The Official Newsletter for the Hamilton Mill Community Association
HOMETOWN HERALD
March 2023
SHABEN & ASSOCIATES
O N -Si TE P ROPERT y M ANAGEMENT
Ph: 678.546.3737
1669 Hamilton Mill Parkway, Dacula, GA 30019
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Email: maureen@shabenandassociates.com
Property Manager: Maureen Murphy
cORPORATE Offic E
(for after-hours common area maintenance emergencies)
Shaben Main Office: 770.271.2252
After Hours Emergency: 770.271.2252
P.O. Box 3189 Suwanee, GA 30024-0989
Ac T ivi T i ES D EPARTMENT
Email: hmillevents@gmail.com
You are welcome to contact the Activities Office for information on planned events or to RSVP for an event.
Activities Director, Angela Pavlichek 770.235.8627
T ENN i S S HOP
Ph: 770.945.6452 milltennis@bellsouth.net
H AM i LTON Mi LL cOUNTR y cLU b
Ph: 770.945.4653 www.hamiltonmillcc.com
GWiNNETT POLicE NON-EMERGENcy
Ph: 770.513.5700
STREET MAiNTENANcE
Contact Gwinnett County at 770.822.7474 to report a problem with street, curb or sidewalk.
MAiLbOx REPLAcEMENT/REPAiR
All mailboxes must be the same as a Community-Wide Standard: STYLE 311K
• Sign Kwik 770.623.1669
• Mailbox Maven, Kathy Ramatowski: 678.551.8591
• Addresses of Distinction: 770.436.6198
www.aodmailboxes.com
Theseareresourcesonly,norecommendationsorassurances aremadebytheAssociation.
AMENiTy cARD REPLAcEMENT
Hamilton Mill Amenity Cards are available to goodstanding residents. Please call 678.546.3737 or 678.546.1597 to set up an appointment. Replacement cards/tenant cards are $25 each. Check or money order ONLY. No cash or credit cards accepted.
LOST DOG/cATS/ANiMAL DiSTURbANcES
If you have lost your pet, please email the On-Site Property Management and they will be happy to email the community. Please also contact the Gwinnett County Animal Control at 770.513.5100 to report your lost pet or if a dangerous pet is running loose.
GOvERNMENT SERvicES Emergency ............................................................... 911 Police Headquarters .................................. 770.513.5000 Non Emergency ......................................... 770.513.5700 Gwinnett Sheriff/Jail .................................... 770.619.6500 County Courthouse .................................... 770.822.8000 Dacula City Hall ......................................... 770.963.7451 Dacula Post Office ..................................... 770.962.4390 Poison Control ............................................ 404.616.9000 Fire Headquarters 678.518.5018 Station 18 ................................................... 678.518.5018 Tag Office 770.822.8801 Drivers License Services .............................. 770.995.6855 Property Tax ................................................ 770.822.8800 Voter Registration ....................................... 770.226.7210 Animal Control ........................................... 770.339.3200 Gwinnett Senior Services ............................ 770.822.8850 UTiLiTiES Gwinnett Co. Solid Waste Mgnt .................. 770.822.7141 Water Resources ........................................ 678.376.6700 Buford Gas 770.945.6761 Jackson EMC/Street Light Outage .............. 770.963.6166 Charter Communications 678.410.9362 AT&T ........................................................... 800.436.8638 Direct Satellite/Dish Network ....................... 678.714.1495 For a complete listing of Gwinnett County Departments, please visit www.gwinnettcounty.com/portal/gwinnett/ Departments PUbLic ScHOOLS Puckett’s Mill Elementary School ................. 678.765.5110 www.pmseonline.org Osborne Middle School ............................. 770.904.5400 www.gwinnett.k12/ha.us/OsborneMS.home.org Millcreek High School 678.714.5850 www.millcreekhighschool.org PRivATE ScHOOLS Hebron Christian Academy ........................ 770.962.9250 Dacula Classical Academy 678.377.0080 Oak Hill Classical School 770.338.7945 Sugar Hill Christian Academy 678.745.4121 Greater Atlanta Christian ............................ 770.243.2258 Lanier Christian Academy .......................... 678.828.8350 HOSPiTALS/URGENT cARE Gwinnett Medical Center ........................... 678.312.1000 ChoiceOne Urgent Care - Hamilton Mill.............. 470.326.7300 Northeast Georgia Medical Center ........... 770.219.9000 Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta .................. 404.150.KIDS Northeast Georgia Urgent Care ................. 770.848.6195
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President:
Vice President: Sam Basquin
Treasurer: Allison Heusel
Secretary: Bill Jennings
Member at Large: Jay Tinkoff
Member at Large: Alan Tucker
Member at Large: E’Lane Tullis
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Welcome to Our Newest Residents Get to Know y our b oard Members
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Jerry Hanes
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Welcome all HM residents to 2023! The board has hit the ground running with many new projects to update and improve our community and want to send out a few reminders of items all homeowners should be taking care of as we move into the Spring.
It has been a cold wet winter, but it is time to start cleaning up our yards, and outside of our homes. Please double check standards for mailboxes, outside lighting, lawn, and flower beds. Weeds will be popping up soon, and you may have gutter repairs or painting that need to be scheduled this year. It often feels like a lot to do to take care of our homes, but as we have seen over the last few years, the market for homes in Hamilton Mill is strong and we want to keep it that way to protect all our investments. If mailboxes need painting or numbers replaced, you can contact the property management office for a list of vendors.
One maintenance area the Board will be focused on this year is fencing along roads throughout the community. Many of the fences are original to the neighborhood and over 20 years old. If you have fences on the back of your lot that are visible from the road, please check that all are in good repair.
The Design Guidelines regarding fencing, spirit signs and walkways were updated this past year so refer to the revised document on the website if you have any questions about our Community Wide Standards. It is important to consult those guidelines and not just assume that if you have seen it somewhere in the neighborhood, it is ok for your yard. Unfortunately, there are times when residents think something is approved because someone else did it (without approval) and it results in a violation letter.
Speaking of Violation Letters – please remember that those letters are coming from the Board through our property manager. Always be respectful with the staff in the office as they are doing a great job keeping our neighborhood in top shape and following the directions of the board. If you have concerns, you can always contact the office to get on the next board meeting agenda to discuss concerns.
We know Republic had delayed services over the holidays and the windy weather has blown items out of recycle bins, but please clean up the trash on the sidewalks and roads, even if it is not yours. Trash cans need to be stored in the garage or out of site from the road and neighboring lots. We all need to do our part in keeping our community beautiful.
Gwinnett County Solid Waste Management 770-822-7141 will provide a rolling cart at no charge, instead of the recycle bin. If you need additional bulk pick up or have items that will not fit in your trash can, contact Republic Services 678-963-2800 to schedule extra service.
We appreciate everyone making and keeping Hamilton Mill a Hometown Community!
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hamilton mill
H o A Announcements
Residents
HOA ElEctiOns REsults
Congratulations to our elected 2023 Board members:
Jerry Hanes, allison Heusel & allan Tucker
A copy of the Annual HOA Meeting Presentation is posted on hmill.com under the Documents tab.
As some of you are aware our tunnel leading from the baseball park under Hog Mountain Road to the lake/pier area has been vandalized with graffiti several times. We have installed gates closing access through the tunnel and will repaint to prevent this from happening in the future. Please discuss with your families the financial impact this has on the association – your homeowner’s dues are paying for these repairs. We have spent $10,000.00 to rectify the situation and will continue to have Gwinnett County Police actively monitor this area. Violators will be prosecuted. If you see anyone defacing your community, please call 911 and report the issue.
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UPcOMiNG EvENTS 6 | HOMETOWN HERALD | March 2023
3570 Greenside Court Finished 5 5 0 2001 $999,000 920,000 10/14/2022 4,947 34 3630 GLENAIREVIEW Court Finished 5 5 0 2005 $869,900 870,000 11/17/2022 5,185 4 4065 Greenside Court Finished 6 5 0 2003 $819,900 800,000 12/30/2022 5,585 99 1904 Trinity Chase Drive Finished 4 4 1 2018 $750,000 735,000 10/28/2022 4,972 34 2272 Floral Ridge Drive Finished 5 4 1 2002 $750,000 735,000 9/14/2022 5,951 80 3465 Greenside Court Finished 6 5 0 1999 $749,000 706,000 12/15/2022 5,884 69 3571 Carriage Glen Way Finished 4 3 1 2002 $665,000 660,000 1/23/2023 4,810 23 3405 Forest Trace Drive Finished 6 5 0 2001 $625,000 630,000 9/19/2022 4,198 4 3580 Millwater Crossing Finished 5 4 0 2001 $629,888 629,888 10/6/2022 4,143 10 2525 Millwater Crossing Finished 5 4 0 1998 $610,000 627,500 10/14/2022 5,013 3 3753 Terrace Hedge Court Finished 5 5 0 2001 $600,000 610,000 9/26/2022 3,933 7 3199 Mia Court None 4 5 0 1997 $599,900 602,000 12/14/2022 4,109 78 3339 Terrace Hedge Place Finished 6 4 0 2001 $614,900 602,000 9/30/2022 4,227 88 1730 Sanborne Way Finished 5 4 1 2002 $600,000 600,000 9/29/2022 3,870 1 3330 Fairway Bend Drive Finished 5 4 1 1996 $595,000 585,000 10/17/2022 4,835 3 2781 Hillgrove Drive None 5 3 0 2001 $574,900 575,000 1/17/2023 3,332 28 1395 LAMONT Circle Unfinished 4 3 0 2001 $530,000 530,000 10/7/2022 6,028 43 3374 Mill Grove Terrace Unfinished 5 3 0 2000 $539,000 525,000 10/24/2022 4,748 78 1621 Heathermoor Way None 4 3 1 2003 $509,990 509,990 11/4/2022 2,602 12 3377 Highland Forge Trail Unfinished 5 4 0 2000 $529,900 506,500 9/30/2022 3,435 93 1875 SANBORNE Way None 5 4 0 2002 $499,000 500,000 9/13/2022 3,040 28 1200 Lamont Circle None 3 2 1 2000 $495,000 490,000 11/7/2022 2,664 13 2213 HAMILTON MILL Parkway None 4 3 0 2005 $500,000 485,000 12/1/2022 2,922 11 3390 Vista Creek Drive Unfinished 4 3 1 2000 $512,000 480,000 1/26/2023 3,171 53 $700,000 AND UP 5 0 1 4 $500,000 - $700,000 4 0 1 3 $0-$500,000 2 1 0 1 TOTAL 11 1 2 8 *13 Homes are currently UNDER CONTRACT Current total Slab unfiniShed finiShed liStingS baSement baSement address basement bed bath half Year list Sales Closing Sqft dayson built Price Price date market Data was reported on 2/6/2023 Landscape | Prune bushes and lay mulch in islands Freshen up Front door/porch | Make a good first impression remove excess cLutter | More appealing to the eye paint rooms in nuetraL coLors | Light Grays are preferred make repairs | Fix obvious eyesores purge/donate/seLL | Remove clothes and furniture, etc. get accurate inFo From hoa | Initiation, transfer fees, etc. hide aLL the toys have house proFessionaLLy cLeaned | Kitchen, bathrooms, floors, windows, etc. Find a great reaLtor | Pricing, marketing and negotiation are key Hamilton mill’s “Agent on Duty” Hamilton mill Homes solD in tHe last 150 Days HomesInHamiltonMill.com In lIstIng your HoMe 10 top tips 1 6 2 7 3 8 4 9 5 10 770-722-5129 scott@scottlacyrealty.coM CALL TODAY TO GET YOUR HOUSE SOLD FOR TOP DOLLAR! Find Your Dream Home today!
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“Every place where we feel safety is a treasure.”
Actively. Live
Every day of life matters, especially as we get older. And our goal is to help you get the most out of each day. Whether that’s taking advantage of personalized fitness programs, on-site beauty salon and spa, specialized memory care, or our extensive social calendar and entertainment, there’s something to engage with everyone.
Everyone deserves to feel secure and protected in these challenging times. Manor Lake provides individualized care to ensure that every resident not only feels safe, but actually is. With our 24-hour staff available at all
“Good food is the foundation of genuine happiness.”
— Auguste Escoffier
Deliciously. Live
Nothing brings people together like good food.
Inspired by seasonal cuisine, our chefs provide a variety of healthy, flavorful menus, with a number of options to suit your individual tastes. And your choices don’t end there. Dine in our restaurant-style dining room, outdoors on the veranda or make private dining arrangements. It’s up to you.
Plus, you’ll always have 24-hour access to our onsite café!
A Sample Menu
Breakfast
Cinnamon French Toast
Milk, Juice, Coffee or Tea
Fruit & Cereal of your choice
2911 Hamilton Mill Road • Buford, GA 30519 www.manorlakehn.com Call today for a personalized tour of our Community. 678-546-6245
Keyless rooms & building access Emergency generator
on site
— Jan Jansen
Confidently. Live
CHEF SPECIALS Breakfast Eggs Benedict Milk, Juice,
&
Bacon
Tenderloin Duchess
With
OR Apple
Cheesecake
Dinner Hearty
&
OR Baked Ziti Italian Vegetables Peanut Butter
Coffee,
REGIONAL FAVORITES
Coffee or Tea Fruit
Cereal of your choice Lunch
Wrapped Beef
Potato & Seasoned Asparagus
Wheat Roll
Pork Chops
w/ Berries Coffee, Tea or Milk
Vegetable Soup
Whole Wheat Crackers
Brownie
Tea or Milk
— Estelle Allen Educational Book club Culture Exploration Document Series Happy Hour Travel Club You Be The Judge Creative Arts Jewelry Making Knitting Painting Pottery Sewing Scrapbooking Wood Crafting Wellness Deluxe Spa Exercise programming Gardening Health Checks Music/Pet Therapy Spiritual Services Walking Club Entertainment Cooking Demonstrations Dramatic Readings Intergenerational Activities Live Music Movie nights Recitals Trips and Outings Maintaining your well-being can be a full-time job. In fact, that is our job. That’s why we offer comprehensive care that stimulates the mind, body and spirit. With 24-hour care team oversight, licensed practitioners to manage prescriptions and skilled physical therapists on-site, you’ll receive the professional care you need at all times. Additionally, invigorating activities, nutritious meals, social programs and other resources keep you engaged mentally, physically and spiritually so you enjoy every aspect of life. 24-hour care team oversight Instructor-led exercise Wellness program Live entertainment Onsite physical, occupational and speech therapy Pharmacy services Medication management “Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live.” Healthy. Live — Jim Rohn Welcome Home Manor Lake Assisted Living, Memory Care & Independent Living Here. Live Welcome Home Manor Lake Assisted Living, Memory Care & Independent Living $1000 Community Fee (Originally $2500) Offer ends March 31st.
“Active Lifestyle means giving my mind, body and soul the respect and care it deserves.”
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Accepting new pAtients The smile you’ve always wanted, can be yours today. • Preventative Care • Cosmetic Dentistry • Fillings, Implants Extractions • Gum Disease • Pediatric Dentistry • TMJ-TMD • Botox • Emergency Dental Care • Sleep Apnea / Snoring Buford/Mall of GA | 678-714-6343 Hamilton Mill | 678-318-3191 Auburn | 770-867-6144 www.mallofgeorgiadentistry.com Family Operated Fence Company Servicing North Metro Atlanta 770-963-9961 Call Today for FREE Onsite Estimate Expires 3/31/19 WWW.PENNINGTONFENCE.COM Family Operated Fence Company Servicing North Metro Atlanta ALL FORMS OF FENCING: CUSTOM BUILT WOOD PICKET & WOOD PRIVACY DECORATIVE ALUMINUM & STEEL PVC & CHAIN LINK POOL ENCLOSURES ESTATE GATES & GATE AUTOMATION Previous Awards 2016 — 2012, 2010 March 2023 | HOMETOWN HERALD | 11
JUNiOR TENNiS PROGRAM
We have groups and levels for all players!! All programs are billed monthly.
Level 1: Little Tennis
Ages: 5 –8
Monday & Wednesday 4:00pm-5:00pm
Little Tennis Emphasizes:
Hand-eye coordination
• Basic rules of the game
Basic stroke production
Racket maneuverability
Stroke production
Ball control & direction
• Tennis rules & etiquette
Movement & footwork
Ball & racket contact point
Level 2: New/beginner/ beginnerintermediate Players
Ages: 9+
Monday & Wednesday 5:00pm-6:30pm
Level 2 Emphasizes:
Tennis fundamentals
Stroke production
Movement / footwork and balance
Court awareness
Accuracy & consistency
Ball control
contact the Tennis Shop to sign up!!
Level 3: beginner-intermediate/ intermediate-Advanced
Ages: 9+
Tuesday & Thursday 5:30pm-7:00pm
Level 3 Emphasizes:
Accuracy and consistency
Agility, footwork and balance
• Movement & court awareness
Net game and strategy
• Top/Under Spin development
THE HAMiLTON MiLL TENNiS AND PicKLEbALL SHOP
Come by The Hamilton Mill Tennis and Pickleball Shop for all your tennis and pickleball needs.
We also have gift certificates available!
ADULT TENNiS cLiNicS
Liveball Tennis Monday: 9:00pm – 10:00pm
Fast-paced cardio-based doubles game. This game is a cross between Matchplay and Cardio Tennis.
Tennis 101
Monday: 10:00am – 11:00am / 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Beginner tennis clinic that covers basic strokes and strategies.
cardio Tennis Tuesday: 9:00am – 10:00am
Fast-paced tennis drills to keep your heart pumping.
Strategy of the Week
Wednesday: 9:00am – 10:00am
This clinic focuses on one doubles strategy per week.
Stroke of the Week friday: 9:30am – 10:30am
Speed and power
Stroke production
• Serve development
• Ball control
This clinic focuses on one stroke or idea per week.
Pre-registration is required or all Drop-in clinics. All Drop-in clinics are $15.00 per clinic.
HAMiLTON MiLL TENNiS
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HAMiLTON MiLL PicKLEbALL
SKiLLS AND DRiLLS
Mixture of drills to improve your level of play!
Thursday: 10:00am – 11:00am
Thursday: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Pickleball Round Robin
Come out for a fun night of Pickleball!! wednesday
JUNiOR PicKLEbALL
This is a fun and successful way for students to learn to play pickleball. It is designed to bring kids to the game by developing important skills all tailored to the skill of the student. Students will learn basic technique, strategy, and tactics. It will prepare kids for match-play.
Thursday: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
iNTRO TO PicKLEbALL
New to pickleball? We’ve got the courses you need. Build court confidence, develop technique, and prepare for Social Play!
Intro to Pickleball classes are open to all first-time players, as well as players returning from a prolonged hiatus. Wear sneakers and comfortable clothes.
first Thursday of the Month
7:00 – 8:00 pm
Pre-registration is required fo all Drop-in clinics
All Drop-in clinics are $15.00 per clinic
PRivATE LESSONS
Contact the shop to connect with one of our highly experienced tennis or pickleball pros and work on those problem areas or develop a new shot!!
THE bALL MAcHiNE
The Ball Machine is here and available to rent!! Call or email the shop to reserve your time today!!
Hamilton Mill Tennis Shop
Milltennis@bellsouth.net
(770) 945-6452
Tim Dutton
Tennis Director
Tim.hmilltennis@gmail.com
(678) 887-4543
Grove Carmona Head Professional / Junior Programming
Grovo.hmiltennis@gmail.com (678) 982-1938
Kim Hoang, Pickleball Instructor (502) 544-7977
iS A GREAT WAy TO GROOvE yOUR STROKES!!!
TENNiS AND PicKLEbALL NEWS
@Hamiltonmill.Tennis @TennisAtHamiltonMill
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