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INSIDE STERLING LIFE Who to Contact for Quicker Responses Activities Director, Eva Galarza, activities@sterling-life.com Information about activities and events, clubhouse and lodge rentals, marketing, Sterlinglife.com questions and amenity access cards. General Manager, Manager@sterling-life.com All other community concerns, matters relating to the Board of Directors and the HOA.
The Retreat, Maura Hancock mhancock@cmacommunities.com For The Retreat specific questions or concerns Resident Amenities Card Replacement If you have lost your Amenities Card, replacements are available for $25 each at the Clubhouse. Please call the Clubhouse or email Activities@Sterling-Life.com for an appointment. Lost Pet/ Animal Disturbances For lost pets, dangerous animals and/or unclaimed pets, please contact Hall County Animal Services at 770-531-6829. Within Sterling on the Lake, dogs barking more than 15 minutes continuously should be reported as a nuisance to Hall County Animal Services. Mailbox Replacement/ Repair Mailbox Standards: Mailbox standards include Brass Numbers, a Metallic Silver Accented Medallion and a black semi-gloss finish on the mailbox and pole (Doit-Yourself with Rustoleum Textured Paint, Semi-Gloss Black (#7220)). Order replacement numbers by contacting the Clubhouse. Clubhouse Office Information 770-965-3980 Clubhouse Hours & Address Mon – Tues 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Weds 1 p.m.-6 p.m.,Thurs-Fri 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday Closed 7005 Lake Sterling Boulevard CMA after hours emergency number 404-835-9100 Please call this number for emergencies involving amenity and common areas such as fire, flood, etc. To advertise in Sterling Life, contact Leah Nelson at The Times 770.535-6330 - lnelson@gainesvilletimes.com Sterling Life is a publication of The Times. Subject matter published is the opinion of the author and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the publisher of this newsletter. Professional advice should be obtained before making any decision in which a professional is readily available. Advertisers assume responsibility for the content of the ads placed in publication. Material published may not be reproduced without the written permission of The Times. The Publisher has the right to refuse any advertising it deems inappropriate and may do so through the negotiation of an agreement with the customer; this may include advertising that is explicit or pornographic, that is political in nature (including ads that are pro- or anti-political issues or for any member of a political party or candidate for office), etc. The Publisher and/or Sterling on the Lake has the right to refuse or discontinue inclusion of any advertiser in the Sterling Life publication for any reason at any time. The information and advertisements contained in this Newsletter are provided for the members of the Sterling on the Lake Community as a courtesy only. No representations are made as to information presented, the quality of the goods or services advertised, or the veracity of the statements relating to the goods and services. The printing of opinions, information or advertisements does not constitute an endorsement by the Neighborhood or such opinions, information, goods or services.
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Private Schools Hebron Christian Academy............................................ 770-963-9250 Lakeview Academy............................................................ 770-532-4383 Maranatha Christian Academy....................................... 770-531-9625 Riverside Military Academy............................................. 770-532-6251 Sugar Hill Christian Academy......................................... 678-745-4121 Lanier Christian Academy............................................... 678-828-8350 Child Care & Preschools Carrington Academy........................................................ 844-826-3425 Chestnut Mountain Academy......................................... 770-967-7105 Winnford Academy........................................................... 770-945-3338 Friendship Learning Center............................................ 678-546-9002 Goddard School................................................................ 770-967-6737 Lakeview Academy............................................................ 770-532-4383 Primrose School (Crossroads Drive)........................... 770-932-5573 Prince of Peace Preschool............................................... 678-960-0077 Kids of Covenant Child Care......................................... 678-769-5437 Ms. Heather’s Educational Adventures......................... 678-936-6534 Colleges and Universities Brenau University.............................................................. 770-534-6299 UGA Visitors Center........................................................ 706-542-0842 Georgia Perimeter College............................................. 678-407-5000 University of North Georgia.......................................... 706-864-1400 Medical Services Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta....................................404-785-KIDS Emory Eastside Hospital.................................................. 770-979-0200 NE Georgia Medical Center (NEGA).......................... 770-219-9000 NE Georgia Medical Center (Braselton)..................... 770-848-8000 NEGA Lanier Park Campus............................................ 770-219-0023 Gwinnett Medical.............................................................. 678-312-1000 Government Services Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce.......................... 770-532-6206 Flowery Branch City Hall................................................ 770-967-6371 Flowery Branch Police Department............................. 770-967-6336 Flowery Branch Post Office........................................... 770-967-6431 Hall County Fire Department........................................ 770-531-6838 Hall County Sheriff’s Department................................ 770-531-6885 Spout Springs Hall Co. Library....................................... 770-532-3311 Hall County Animal Control/Services.......................... 770-531-6829 ......................................................................(after hours) 770-536-8812 Tax Commissioner/Auto Tags......................................... 770-531-6950
HELPFUL LOCAL NUMBERS
Landscape, Russell Landscape Group, https://www.russelllandscapegroup.com/sterlingonthelake
Public Schools Spout Springs School of Enrichment............................ 770-967-4860 World Language Academy............................................... 770-967-5856 C.W. Davis Middle School............................................... 770-965-3020 Flowery Branch High School.......................................... 770-967-8000 DaVinci Academy...............................................................770 533-4004 Martin Technology Academy of Math & Science........ 770-965-1578 Lanier Charter Career Academy................................... 770-531-2330 Chestnut Mountain Creative School of Inquiry......... 770-967-3121
Utilities/Services Jackson EMC...................................................................... 770-536-2415 Charter Communications............................................... 678-410-9362 AT&T.................................................................................... 800-436-8638 Gainesville Water/Public Utilities.................................. 770-535-6878 Direct Satellite/Dish Network....................................... 678-714-1495 Red Oak Sanitation........................................................... 770-536-7868 Street Light Outage/Jackson EMC................................. 770-536-2415 (When calling to report a street light outage; please reference the street light number on the front of the pole)
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Board of Directors
Happy Holidays from your HOA Board!
2021 has been an eventful year for Sterling on the Lake. We transitioned to a resident-led board, negotiated a new landscaping contract, and are currently looking for an onsite property manager. The really big news is that we were also able to obtain a 75% approval from homeowners to pursue damages from the developer for damage to Lake 3 and its tributaries. The HOA Board is currently trying to negotiate a settlement in lieu of filing suit. A HUGE thank you goes out to Sue Barcus and her band of nearly 40 volunteers who worked tirelessly to get the votes we needed. What you accomplished was considered by many to be “unobtainable.” Without the efforts of these neighborhood volunteers, we would have never received the votes needed. Thank you again to Sue Barcus, Tracy McDaniel, Frank Debold and all the volunteers who helped, and to you the homeowners for your support! Here’s a list of the “Get Out the Vote” volunteers who pounded the pavement from August through December: Lois Augustine, Susan Barcus, David Benson, Pat Blenke, Franklin Debold, Donna Faer, Michelle Foster, Dale Granata, Susan Guilbeau, Bob Hayes, Faith Hayes, Rick Lamb, Joe Langford, Chip McCallum, Oliver McClellan, Tracy McDaniel, Art Moore, Erin Mundy, Dedra Murray, Gary Nix, Rosa Probst, Richard Raby, Candace Ragsdale, Elissa Reed, Jerry Richardson, Wendy Sargent, David Sims, Julio Solis, John Swain, Charles Thompson, Paul Turcotte, Mike Villaume, Merrie West-Davis, Janet Wicker, Mary Joan Williams, Heidie Youstin, Lisa Phillips, Eric Armstrong 4
The Board is also working on making Sterling on the Lake the best and most beautiful neighborhood in Georgia! 1. A tree cutting initiative for the trees in the beauty strip that’s between the curb and the sidewalk. In January/February you will have an opportunity to sign up for tree trimming with Russell Landscaping. More details coming soon. Trees should be trimmed up a minimum of 12 feet from the curb and 10 feet from the sidewalk. 2. Covenant compliance remains a top priority. The most common violations are visible trash cans, peeling paint, failure to treat weeds in lawns and flower beds, failing to renew/ refresh plants with color and commercial vehicles parked in driveways. Please do your part to avoid any possible fines. 3. Overnight parking is not allowed in any HOA parking lot. Towing signs have been ordered and we will begin towing vehicles as soon as the signs are installed. 4. RMS, the company hired to manage communications with rental/investment properties, has made significant progress bringing these homes into compliance. All rental properties are required to provide CMA with a copy of their lease. Did you know that it is against the covenants to “sublet” your basement or any other part of your home? Leases are required to be a minimum of 12 months in duration. Stay current with all the latest info from your board and CMA. Update your info here: http://www.sterling-life.com. We wish everyone a prosperous and healthy 2022!
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Empty Nester Clubs & Groups
CO-ED GROUPS Mexican Train Dominoes (Coed) What: Mexican Train Dominos When: 3rd Wednesday (6:30 pm) Where: Main Clubhouse Cost: $2 – prizes for 1st and 2nd place Contact: Jo Wochner Wochner.jo@gmail.com
Sterling Reviews Book Club (Co-ed)
What: Selections chosen by members When: 3rd Tuesday (7:00-9:30pm) Where: The Lodge at The Springs Cost: Book Contact: Ginny Bateman - ginnyretired@ yahoo.com or Vicki Schafer zhangmin96@ hotmail.com
Euchre Club (Co-ed)
What: Trick-taking Card Game When: 1st & 3rd Thursday (6:30 pm) Where: The Lodge in The Springs Cost: Free Contact Person: Darlene Hansen Darlene.Hanson@dgacpa.com
Empty Nesters Travel Group What: SOTL empty nesters who enjoy traveling the world and sharing the experience with one another. When: Meet quarterly (TBA) Where: The Lodge at The Springs Contact: Oliver McClellan oliver.mcclellan@gmail.com
Theater and Music Group
Cost/Why: $3.00 for local charities Contact: Come join us!
Ladies Bunco Group
What: Socializing/fun activities When: Monthly events/dates vary Where: TBD by the group Cost: Depending per event Contact: Marie Schulze - Amaries1970@ gmail.com
What: Bunco – Fun Dice Game!! When: 4th Tuesday (6:30 pm) Where: Main Clubhouse Cost/Why: $3 – Bring a beverage of your choice and snack to share. Contact: Coleen Pecha coleen_coey@yahoo.com
Ladies Canasta
What: Canasta Card Game- Currently looking for subs When: 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month at 1:00 pm Where: Clubhouse Cost: $5 annual dues from regular members (not subs) for equipment upkeep - cards, shufflers, batteries etc. Contact Person: Phyllis Morel at Pmorel14@verizon.net
Ladies Luncheon
What:Visit local eateries When: 2nd Wednesday Where: Destinations TBA. Cost: Meal and tip (Individual checks) Contact : RSVP is required Gail Granata gailgranata@me.com Ilene Shurek Ishurek@ymail.com coleen_coey@yahoo.com
Ladies Knitting/Crochet Group
What: 2021 Theater Season When: Season to be announced by EN email when they become available. Cost: Theater tickets and dinner Contact: Merce Boiling – mercebolling@gmail.com
What: Bring a project to work on or watch and learn from group members. When: 2nd & 4th Monday (10 - noon) Where: The Lodge in The Springs Cost: Cost of your project Contact: gailgranata@me.com.
WOMEN’S ACTIVITIES Ladies American Mahjong Group
Ladies Mexican Train Dominoes
What: American Mahjong using the National
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League Card When: 1st, 3rd, 5th Thursday (1-4 pm) Where: The Lodge – Free to play Contact: Ilene Shurek Ishurek@ymail.com
What: Mexican Train Dominos When:1st, 3rd , 5th Mondays (1pm) Where: Main Clubhouse
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“Singles Just Want to Have Fun”
SLAP
What: Sterling Ladies at the Pool When: 3rd Friday (May-Sept/12- 2pm) Where: The Lodge Pool in The Springs What: Bring a sack lunch and a drink! Contact: Linda Gribbon - Lindag2530@ hotmail.com
Ladies Sewing and Quilting Group
What: Sewing for fun! Bring your sewing machine to work on your project or watch and learn. When: 1st Thursday (9:30 – 12pm) Where: The Lodge in The Springs Cost: Cost of your project Contact: Faye Curlee - curleef0917@gmail. com
Ladies Walking Group
What: Walking paved trails at our own pace followed by lunch. When: 4th Wednesday morning Where: Clubhouse to carpool (TBA) Cost: Lunch Contact: Lynn Agnes lynnagnes2224@att.net Rose Marie Fagan rmfagan6923@gmail.com
MEN’S ACTIVITIES Men’s Breakfast
What: Gentlemen eating breakfast with great conversation! When: 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday (9:00am) Where: TBD Cost: Meal and Tip (Individual checks) Contact: Rick Marzano - rmmarzano@gmail. com
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Empty Nester Clubs & Groups
COMMUNITY GROUPS WELCOME YOU! Our Empty Nesters continue to stay engaged and enjoy life and diverse activities thanks to the residents
who have volunteered to coordinate the groups! To join one of the groups listed below, either contact that individual noted or attend an upcoming scheduled meeting or activity. Register as a user on our Empty Nesters Group page on www.Sterling-Life.com for updates on meeting times, new groups, activities and additional details for Empty Nester events! ROMEO Lunch
Who: Empty Nester Men What: Lunch and meet neighbors! When: Every Wednesday (11:15am) Where: Meet at Main Clubhouse Cost: Meal and Tip (Individual checks) Contact: NO RSVP – Just join us!
WEEKLY SPORTS Hiking Group (co-ed)
What: Hike various trails in the area followed by lunch When: 3rd Wednesday Where: Meet at Clubhouse (TBA) Cost: Lunch Contact Person: Sue Barcus – SueBarcus@gmail.com Volunteer needed to take over! If interested contact Sue.
Men’s Tennis
What: Men’s Morning Tennis When: Monday, Thurs, Sat (9-12am) Where: Courts TBA Contact: Aubrey Duke adukedawg1@bellsouth.net
Men’s Golf
What: Golfing for fun When: Every Tuesday Where: Chicopee Woods Golf Course Cost: 18 holes for approx. $45 Contact: Bob Lester - Boblester@charter.net
Ladies Social Pickleball Group
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8am11am Where: Tennis Courts 7 & 8 Contact: Rosa Probst rprobst46@yahoo.com
Need a Name Tag? Contact Sue Barcus at sue.barcus@gmail.com
EMPTY NESTERS CALENDAR BY THE WEEK CH= Clubhouse LD = The Lodge TBA = email Register for ALL events at the main Clubhouse! Second Sunday Socials January 23rd - Let’s Go on a Fieldtrip to Atlanta!! Fernbank Museum of Natural History - $20 pp Details on eBlast!! February 23rd - “Souper” Bowl Sunday Bring appetizer, can of soup for co-op, small bills for 50/50 and betting squares. Marvelous Mondays 1st - Mexican Train Dominoes (1-3pm CH) 2nd - Knitting/Crocheting (10-noon LD) 3rd - Mexican Train Dominoes (1-3pm CH) EN Social Comm Meeting (6:30pm LD) 4th - Knitting/Crocheting (10-noon LD) 5th - Mexican Train Dominoes (1-3pm CH) Terrific Tuesdays 2nd – Steaming Mugs Coffee Club (7pm LD) 3rd – Sterling Reviews Book Club (7pm LD) 4th – Bunco (6:45pm CH) Wonderful Wednesdays 1st – ROMEOS (11 am CH) Music & Song Circle (3:30-6:15pm LD) 2nd – Ladies Luncheon – (TBA) ROMEOS (11 am CH) 3rd – Co-ed Hiking Group (TBD) Co-ed Mexican Train Dominoes (CH 6:30pm) ROMEOS (11 am CH) 4th – Ladies Walking Group (TBA) ROMEOS (11 am CH) Tremendous Thursdays 1st – Ladies Sewing and Quilting Group (9:30-noon LD) Am. Mahjong (1-3pm LD) Co-ed Euchere (6:30-9 pm LD) 3rd – Am. Mahjong (1-3pm LD) Co-ed Euchere (6:30– 9PM LD) 5th - Am. Mahjong (1-3pm LD) Fabulous Fridays 1st – Men’s Breakfast (9am TBD) 3rd – Men’s Breakfast (9am TBD) SLAP (12-2pm/LD Pool) 5th – Men’s Breakfast (TBD)
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PICKLEBALL (CO-ED)
CLUBS & GROUPS
MUSIC AND SONG CIRCLE (CO-ED)
What: Paddle sport similar to table tennis 4 courts available When: Mon-Fri 9-11 am (warmer months) (10-12 cooler months) Afternoon times 1:30-3:30 pm Tues and Thurs nights (6:30-9:00 pm) Saturdays 9:00-12:30 pm Where: Courts 7&8 Contact: Pat Blenke ablenke@hotmail.com
Who: Anyone who plays an acoustic instrument. What:Various music styles When: 1st Wednesday (3:30-6:00pm) Where: The Lodge at The Springs Contact Person: Ed Goss gossedward@gmail.com
GARDENING CLUB
60’S-70’S MUSIC SEMINAR/ROUNDTABLE What: Seminar/open discussion around a milestone record album or artist, including recording info, musical and social impact when released, general artist nostalgia, etc. Different album/artist discussed each month. When: Meet monthly from 6:30-8:30pm Where: Main Clubhouse Theater Room Contact: Keith Guinn kguinn@bellsouth.net
What: The purpose of our club is to learn/ share knowledge about gardening. We are a non-profit club in the SOTL community. When: 4th Wednesday of every month from 5:30-8pm Where: Clubhouse Contact: Kelly Mackey drmackeyotr@gmail.com
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IMPORTANT MEETING DATES Tennis:
1/3 2/7
Pool:
1/5 2/2
Landscape:
1/10
2/14
Lakes and Trails:
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2/8
Finance:
1/12
2/9
HAC:
1/18 2/15
Safety and Security: 1/25 Board:
2/22
1/27 2/24
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STERLING ON THE LAKE BLOOD DRIVE
THURSDAY, JAN 6TH AND MAR 3RD FROM 1PM – 6PM AT THE CLUBHOUSE
If you need assistance in scheduling, please contact Jackie Pray, Red Cross Volunteer and Sterling Resident Blood Donor Ambassador, at Jackie.pray@redcross.org OR call 678-473-9353.
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ANNUAL MEETING
AMENITY RENTALS
Thursday, February 17
The calendar is open for resident rentals!
from 6:30pm-7:30pm More information to be announced!
As in years past, dates cannot be penciled in. Completed agreements and full payment with deposit is required to schedule all dates. Please be advised that HOA sponsored events take priority over any resident rental.
HOA DUES AND HOW TO MAKE PAYMENTS As you may know the annual HOA assessment will be $1200, which will be paid in three (3) payments of $400, due January 1st, March 1st and May 1st. Service area fees for the Springs, Hillcrest, and Fellowship Townhomes will remain unchanged. Please note that you may pay your dues online at the SterlingLife site or the CMA site. You may also mail your check to the corporate office or bring the check to the Clubhouse. • Mail your check to: SOTL Community Association c/o CMA P.O. Box 65851 Phoenix, AZ 85082-5851 • If your check is printed with a non-Sterling on the Lake address; be sure to include your SOTL address and account number on the payment. • Cash payments may not be accepted. • If you have not received a 2022 assessment coupon book, please contact the HOA office for further assistance or email manager@sterling-life.com 10
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Save the Date!
Take a look at the events for 2022 through July FEBRUARY: Casino Night - 26th MARCH: St Patrick’s Celebration - 12th APRIL: Easter Egg Hunt - 16th Spring Garage Sale - 22nd -23rd Recycle Event – 30th
JUNE: DJ by Pool – 11th Summer Concert - 18th Trivia by the Pool – 19th JULY: 4th of July Fireworks – 1st DJ by the Pool – 9th Summer Concert – 16th Trivia by the Pool – 31st
MAY: Open Pool Party – 14th
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PAINT WITH KELLY TURLEY Whether it’s a girl’s night out or a family fun night Kelly has got you covered! Feel free to bring a bottle of wine or a drink of your choice. It’s never a dull moment when you are painting a masterpiece! When: Every 3rd Friday of the month Where: Clubhouse Time: 7pm-9pm Cost: $35 per person Payment: Check Only JANUARY - Snowcapped Mountain Study FEBRUARY - Midnight waterfall Date Night
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Look out for the Social Eblasts to see pictures of the following painting themes! MARCH - Kids Abstract Class 8 and up APRIL - Easter Themed Paint Party MAY - Mommy and Me Paint Party JUNE - Summer Night Cityscape JULY - Ocean waves AUGUST - Starry Night (Van Gough Style) SEPTEMBER - Water Lilies (Monet style) OCTOBER - Halloween Costume Paint Party (All Ages) NOVEMBER - Pot Luck Paint (Bring your favorite finger food) All ages DECEMBER - Frosty the Snowman (Bake and bring cookies to share) All ages
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Residents Welcome! The mission of the SOTL Finance Committee is to assure SOTL funds are in order and properly allocated so our community runs smoothly and efficiently. It provides financial oversight and acts as an advisory group to the Board. The Committee meets monthly on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm in The Clubhouse. The volunteer committee is composed of seven voting members and other interested non-voting attendees. SOTL residents are welcome and encouraged to attend the monthly meetings, as they are a great way to learn and understand the SOTL community on a number of
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different levels. For more information, contact Karen Roy, co-chair (karenroy1956@gmail.com) or Charlie Jemo, co-chair (charliejemo@bellsouth.net).
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Safety and Security Committee Article Sterling on the Lake’s Safety and Security Committee (formally known as the Neighborhood Watch Committee) is happy to announce that we are ready to serve our neighborhood. The Safety and Security Committee’s responsibility is to advise the Board of Directors on issues, concerns, and recommendations about matters related to safety and security of our neighborhood. It also serves to educate residents on these matters.
This committee, which meets every 4th Tuesday of the month at the Lodge, is open to anyone who would like to attend. Additionally, we welcome any suggestions you may have regarding the programs you would like us to organize, as well as ideas to make our neighborhood a safer and happier place to live.
We will be organizing an informational program, such as CPR/AED courses, bicycle safety briefings, car seat installation demonstrations, etc., to promote the general safety and security of our community.
Neighbors, Did you know that our charter has guidelines for lake shoreline management? The Lakes & Trails Committee is working on developing more detailed guidelines to present to the board for approval that will supplement our charter guidelines.
Rules and Ordinances Governing the Lakes 9.2. Maintenance of Area of Common Responsibility. The Association shall maintain the Area of Common Responsibility in accordance with the Community-Wide Standard. The Area of Common Responsibility includes, but is not limited to: (a) the Common Area, except that the Association may, but shall not be obligated to maintain the 25. foot wide nondisturbance buffer around the shoreline of lakes within the Community or the 50foot wide nondisturbance buffer along stream beds
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within the Community, except to the extent that the Board determines that general clean up of these areas is appropriate to remove fallen trees, limbs, or obstructions, it being the intent that such buffers areas remain in a natural, undisturbed state; The Association may, but shall not be obligated to, enter upon the nondisturbance buffers adjacent to lakes and streams within the Community to perform lake maintenance and repair, remove dead or diseased trees, shrubs, and plants, and to control any condition or remove any things that constitutes a potential health or safety hazard.
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Tennis Corner
Sterling on the Lake Tennis and Pickball Effective January 1st, Threadgill Tennis (Travis Threadgill, owner) will be the new Tennis Management company contracted by the HOA to provide tennis coaching for SOTL residents. Travis has coached in our neighborhood in the past, and the T/PB Committee is excited to welcome him back! 2022 Tennis Programs will begin the week of January 10th and will include Adult Clinics in the morning and evening and Junior Academy on Tuesday and Thursday. Specific times and fees can be found on the Sterling-Life website. Look for the “Tennis/ Pickleball” page, listed under “Activities”. Tennis Courts 7 and 8 (located at 7406 Lake Crossing Drive) have been transitioned to permanent Pickleball Courts. Six pickleball courts with permanent nets are now located at this spot, and these courts will no longer accommodate tennis play. The Pickleball Courts will be numbered 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, and 14. The courts located at
6705 Winding Canyon Road, previously numbered 9 and 10, will now be numbered 7 and 8. You will see these changes on the courtside numbers and on the Reserve My Court website. In addition to offering recycling at the courts for plastic tennis ball containers, the T/PB Committee is now offering recycling for used tennis balls. There are labeled boxes at the Pavilions at courts 1 and 4. ALTA Teams Spring season registration opens January 1 and closes January 20. Teams will include Thursday morning and Sunday Women, Saturday Men and Juniors. If you are interested in being on a team OR are considering starting a new team, please contact the T/PB Committee Team Coordinator - Jeff Ross. jeffryaross@gmail.com OR tennis@sterlinglife.com
ANNUAL BBQ TOURNAMENT Shout out to Amy and Chad Hammock for organizing this event and making it successful year after year! 1ST PLACE Tyler Shugart/Travis Page/Keith Shugart 2ND PLACE Chris Mundy 3RD PLACE Rob Riding/Blind Squirrel Congratulations to the winning participants!!! Thank you to everyone who came out to support the Committee. 20
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Outdoor Modification Requests It’s a new year with new goals in mind. As you are planning for that new deck or that new pool addition, please keep in mind that any modification to the exterior of the home must be approved by the Association. Please plan accordingly for all projects, including holiday and birthday gifts. Failure to receive prior approval may result in unauthorized modification fines. The Design Review process is outlined below: 1. DRC meetings to review applications are scheduled every 2 weeks. Contact the HOA office to confirm when the next meeting will be held. All documentation (2 copies) must be submitted the Friday before the meeting date. 2. Modification Application – can be found under the documents tab on www.sterling-life.com 3. Supporting Documentation – ensure all required documentation, including but not limited to, paint samples, roof shingles, plat/ survey site, materials lists, renderings, etc., are included with your application. Failure to provide the required documentation may result in delays in the processing time. 4. Review Fee – there is a $75.00 review fee for most projects. Please confirm with the checklist if there are additional fees required. All fees must be paid prior to starting the review process. Fees are payable via check or money order. January 4th Documentation due December 30th January 18th Documentation due January 14th February 1st Documentation due January 28th February 15th Documentation due February 11th If you have any questions, please contact Eva Galarza at egalarza@cmacommunities.com.
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