Windermere Leaflet April 2023

Contacts

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Jon Lyman | President | jonathan.lyman@yahoo.com

Rebecca Paterson | Vice-President | rebeccapaterson2@hotmail.com

George Aubrey | Treasurer | gfaubrey@gmail.com

Travis Barrs | Secretary | tsbarrs@gmail.com

Scott Tanner | Member at Large | bulldawgscott@yahoo.com

John Q Vaughan | Member at Large | attorney@jqvlaw.com

Paul Valcheff | Member at Large | paul@valcheff.com

COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS

Michèl Krahn | Tennis | windermeretenniscmt@gmail.com

Jill Hensley | ARC | hensleyjill@gmail.com

Kristin McAfee | Social | k@funsizeevents.com

Joey Leonardo | Pool | joey@kyle-maynard.com

George Aubrey | Finance | gfaubrey@gmail.com

OFFICE INFORMATION

Hours: Mon-Fri, 9 am – 5 pm

Address: 4444 Front Nine Drive, Cumming GA 30041

Stacy Maguire | Activities Office

678-455-7708 ext. 2 | stacy.maguire@fsresidential.com

Seth Daugherty | Association Manager 678-455-7708 ext. 3 | seth.daugherty@fsresidential.com

Lexie Crowson | Compliance

678-455-7708 ext.1 | lexie.crowson@fsresidential.com

After-Hours Emergency | 678-624-9453 ext. 2

TENNIS OFFICE

Bobby Schindler | Tennis Director 770-598-8378 | schindlerb@comcast.net

OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERS

FORSYTH CO. POLICE

NON-EMERGENCY

770-781-2222 (24 hr)

STREET MAINTENANCE

To report a problem with street, curb or sidewalk, contact Jessica Harkins: jmharkins@forsythco.com

STREET LIGHT OUTAGE Sawnee EMC | www.sawnee.com/report-streetlight

MAILBOX REPLACE/REPAIR Mailbox Project | 770-535-0036

www.mymailboxproject.com

FORSYTH CO. WATER DEPT. 770-781-2160

BOARD REMINDERS

AMENITY CARD REPLACEMENT

Windermere Amenity Cards are available to residents in good standing. Please stop by the clubhouse during office hours. Replacement cards are $10 each. Check or money order ONLY. No cash or credit cards accepted.

LOST PET/ANIMAL DISTURBANCES

Please contact Forsyth County Animal Control at 770-781-2138 to report your lost pet or if you see animals roaming free and not on a leash, especially if you deem that animal to be aggressive in any way.

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The Windermere Leaflet 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 information and advertisements contained in this Newsletter are provided for the members of the Windermere Homeowners Association 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.

The Board of Directors continues to meet every third Thursday at the Lodge at 7pm. We encourage the community to attend, observe, and participate in the management of the HOA. See below for some highlights of the exciting developments currently occurring in our community!

FINANCE COMMITTEE

The 2022 outside financial audit was conducted by McMullan & Company, CPA and is completed and approved. Our current YTD operating revenue is above our $6K YTD budget.

LANDSCAPE

Trees on Windermere Pkwy. near Hwy. 20 have been limbed up as well as a few trees in Osterley. Our landscape company is working on additional pruning of bushes and trees throughout the community. We have approved a landscape enhancement project on the slope between the pool and tennis courts and working on the current drainage issues at the basketball courts.

TENNIS

Replacement windscreens on order. Courts 3 & 4, 5 & 6 resurfacing with crack repair to be completed in early May.

POOL

We are currently making repairs to the lap pool building and pavilion. Pool opening date is Saturday, May 13th.

ARC

We will be transitioning to a web based platform for all ARC modification requests called Smartwebs within the next month. Additional information will be emailed out to all owners as well as included in the May newsletter.

We offer online ordering, curbside pickup and delivery powered by DoorDash and UberEATS.

REVISED HOURS OF OPERATION:

M - Th 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM

F - Sa 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM | Su 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

We're all in this together and we appreciate your support of Alessio's!

B U Y I N G O R S E L L I N G A H O M E ?

Golf Cart Laws and Safety on

Roadways

Per Georgia law, residents are required obey the following rules:

A golf cart, legally defined as a motorized cart, may operate on roadways when all of the following elements of law are met:

1) Operate during daylight hours only (O.C.G.A. 40-6-330). May, however, operate at night if they meet the equipment requirements of 49 Code of Federal Registry 571.500: headlights, taillights, brake lights, and turn signals;

The Board of Directors is asking for your cooperation and assistance. We as a Board are very concerned about the rise of unlicensed youths operating golf carts.

In the event you don’t know the Georgia laws in this area, please see the information below that was prepared by the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office. The bottom line is that no person should be at the wheel of a golf cart unless they have a valid drivers’ license.

In the coming weeks, the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office will be stepping up enforcement of the Georgia Code. If the situation doesn’t resolve itself, the Sheriff’s Office has informed us that parents may be ticketed for allowing their children to illegally operate these vehicles.

As always, please call 911 or the non-emergency number at 770-781-3087 to report suspicious persons as well as unsafe or illegal operation of a motor vehicle.

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2) Operate only on a roadway with a posted maximum speed limit of 35 MPH or less (O.C.G.A. 40-6-362);

3) Must be equipped with an amber strobe light that is visible for 500 feet to the rear and front (O.C.G.A. 40-6-362)

4) The operator possesses a valid driver’s license (O.C.G.A. 40-520 and Coker v. State, Georgia Court of Appeals. June 13, 2003);

5) Slow Moving Emblem (16 inch red/orange retro-reflective triangle) is visibly attached to the rear (O.C.G.A. 40-8-4 (a)).

Other Restrictions:

6) Impeding the normal flow of traffic is prohibited: a golf cart or other may not drive “at such a slow speed as to impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic” (O.C.G.A. 40-6-184), e.g., operating in a 35 mph zone that prevents a following vehicle from driving the posted speed limit.

7) Occupants: Children under the age of 6 prohibited from riding as a passenger, for “a child passenger restraining system” shall be provided in all passenger vehicles (O.C.G.A. 48-8-76). Occupants must only ride in a proper seat position.

Legal exemptions: Registration (tag) is not required (40-2-20 exempts motorized carts), and Insurance is not required (34-33-2 only registered vehicles require Insurance).

APRIL DRILL SCHEDULE

Monday 9:00am-10:30am Ladies Open Drills

Thursday 6:30pm-8:00pm Adult Open Drills

Friday 9:00am-10:30am Adult Open Drills

Friday 10:45am-12:00pm Reps, Reps and more Reps

Please contact Coach Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net for pricing and further details.

WINDERMERE JUNIOR DRILL ACADEMY

Classes are Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00-6:30 PM. Players can attend one or two days a week. Payments and commitment are requested at the beginning of each month. This will allow us to staff each class properly and assure all students are grouped with their appropriate age level.

Please contact Coach Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net for pricing and further details.

WINDERMERE HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY

Looking for information about drills for your high school age player?

Please contact Coach Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net for pricing and further details.

NEED TO RESERVE A COURT?

Court reservations are now handled by ReserveMyCourt.com.

This service will allow you to check on court availability and make reservations from the internet, IPhone App, or Android App.

All court reservations (both tennis and pickle ball) will be handled through this system going forward.

TENNIS FOR CHILDREN

TennisForChildren offers professionally developed lesson plans created by our USPTA certified founder, Shaun Boyce and are updated with the latest ideas focused on helping young players start on their tennis pathway.

6 & Under (minimum 4 years old) - 3:45PM $69/month

8 & Under - 4:15PM $89/month

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Please remember there are multiple tools at our courts to help dry your courts. They each serve a specific purpose, so in order to extend the life of these tools, please use them accordingly.

Upon arriving at your wet court, please use a roller or pull squeegee to spread out the large amounts of collected water. The BATT towels are to be used once the water has been dispersed to help dry the court in a more efficient manner. Please watch this quick video on the proper way to use the BATT towel here: battowel.com/video

Please remember to hang the squeegees and BATT towels back up on the inside of the fence when you have finished using them.

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Windermere Clubs!

Ladies Wine Club!

Meets 1st Thursday of the month (every other month)

Next wine club date is Thursday, April 13th at 7:00PM at the Clubhouse (date change due to Spring Break)

Please contact Kristin McAfee at k@funsizeevents.com.

Ladies Bridge:

Meets the first and third Thursday of the month at the Lodge and would love to welcome new members! Contact Beryl Deal at 678-807-7276

Couples Bridge:

Meets every 3rd Saturday at the Lodge. Contact Sandy Stahl at 770-597-8237

Ladies Bunco Club:

Next meeting date is Thursday, May 4th at 7:00PM at the Clubhouse! Bring your own beverage and a small snack to share! Each player will also need to bring 10 $1 dollar bills! More details to come! Please contact Kristin McAfee at k@funsizeevents.com or 925-998-1973 to RSVP.

Lodge & Fitness Center

Please read all posted signs before entering the gym. Although we have increased gym cleaning by our professional cleaning company to 3 times per week, as a courtesy to other residents of your community, please remember to always clean equipment before/after usage, and employ social distancing. Lastly, please limit your work out to no more than 2 hours when others are wanting to use the facility.

OPEN 24/7

Except for cleaning Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from 9am-10am

The second installment of the annual assessments are due on or before April 1st.

Payments received after that date are subject to a 10% late fee.

Please remember to mail or submit payments at least 7-10 days prior to the due date.

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IF YOU’VE CONSIDERED A BIRD FOR A PET ... MAYBE A PARROT?

I have a friend who owns one and she is absolutely in love with her colorful, talkative little guy! They are intelligent, very social, easily trained, and good companions for both children and adults.

However, caring for a pet parrot isn’t always easy. They have many needs such as an aviary with plenty of space to fly, a formulated diet, a hiding place, and many toys. They can require patience and lots of time, yet rewarding if done right. Give them lots of love and attention. They need plenty of physical and emotional stimulation to stay happy and healthy.

Parrots cannot live alone; they need another parrot or human companion. As we have all heard, they can be very noisy. Boredom may easily set in and that’s when the vocals increase. A well socialized bird will not make a lot of noise unless he has been ignored for a long period of time.

You should be available to keep him company for a minimum of 2 hours a day while not being alone for longer than 6 or 8 hours at the most. Your bird should spend enough time with you to feel like you are his flock, his buddy.

He may enjoy a little cuddling, but squeezing too much can cause broken bones, organ damage and any other number of problems that can lead to to severe injury or his sudden death. Keep him safe by never putting too much pressure on any part of his body.

Parrots can be very entertaining and therapeutic to those who may need some joy in their lives. I’ve often seen them in nursing homes/ assisted living facilities.

A parrot’s lifespan can be as little as 5 years and as long as 75 years or more depending on the breed. So remember, this can be quite a commitment in many cases. Do your homework and decide if this entertaining bird is right for you and your family!

HERE ARE A FEW BREEDS THAT HAVE PROVEN TO MAKE THE BEST COMPANIONS:

• African Gray Parrots

• Cockatiels

• Budgies

• Hyacinth Macaws

• Cockatoos

• Amazon Parrots

• Meyer’s Parrots

Easter celebration

THANK YOU FOR OUR SPONSORS

We hope everyone enjoyed the Easter Celebration this year! The event was a little earlier than normal as we wanted everyone traveling for Spring Break to be able to attend the event! After a small rain scare, Mother Nature came through with the most beautiful day for hunting the 4000+ eggs in the Clubhouse Courtyard! As always we couldn’t do it without the generous support of our sponsors! Til next year Mr. Easter bunny!

Save the Date:

2023 Garage Sale Dates

Saturday, April 22nd Saturday, October 7th 8:00AM-3:00PM

Windermere will provide the Garage Sale signs at the major thorough fares only.

Please do not place signs in your yard.

Participants may have a balloon for their mailbox.

We advertise the neighborhood sale in the classified section of the AJC and Forsyth newspaper. We do not advertise specific addresses. We encourage you to also do your own advertising to get more traffic at your home. Sign up at bit.ly/40portN

THURSDAY IS PICK UP DAY

We have been informed by Red Oak Sanitation they are no longer able to support the small tub size recycling bins. Please contact Red Oak at 770-536-7868 to schedule for them to swap out your bin to the 95 gallon container. This is due to the transition of Red Oak using an automated truck for recycling services.

The dumpster in the amenities lot is NOT for homeowner usage. Please contact Red Oak at 770-536-7868 if you need a bulk trash pick or if would like to order an additional can. Additional cans will be billed directly to the homeowner for $6.00 per month.

Soccer SUMMER CampS '23

July 10-14th

All of Challenger’s camps are staffed by a team of both international and domestic coaches who are trained to give your child the best possible camp experience. Each of our curriculums have been created to maximize your child’s contact with the ball and provide the best atmosphere and opportunity to learn. In addition to serious coaching, we incorporate just the right amount of fun and cultural education to make this a magical week for your child.

TinyTykes (ages 3-5):

8-8:45am .......... $130

Fundamental practices and skill-building activities in an immersive adventure!

Half Day (ages 6-14): 9-12pm .............. $213

Full Day (ages 6-14): 9am-3pm ........... $300

Custom created programs designed to work on the areas of the game that are needed most by your team. A great preseason program that will get players in shape and game ready for the upcoming season.

CHALLENGERSPORTS.COM

Does your home need some work?

FOR A COMPLETE COPY OF THE ARC GUIDELINES PLEASE CLICK HERE.

Section 1.01 Modifications Requiring Approval

Every structure or thing which is placed, erected, or installed upon any Unit and all improvements or other work (including staking, clearing, excavation, grading, and other site work, exterior alterations of existing improvements, or planting or removal of landscaping) which takes place within Windermere, must be in compliance with the Declaration and the Architectural Guidelines. New construction or any change or modification that is visible from the outside of a residence is subject to these guidelines and the authority and approval of the ARC.

Section 1.02 Submittals

(a) Process

A three-step process as follows:

(i)Complete online Application for Modification form

(ii) Gather required supporting documentation

(iii) Submit Application and supporting documentation to the Property Manager – PLEASE NOTE THE DATE

RECEIVED BY THE PROPERTY MANAGER MAY DIFFER FROM THE DATE PRINTED ON THE ONLINE APPLICATION FOR MODIFICATION FORM

(b) Fee for the process

There are no fees for the standard review process for ARC Applications. However, per the Financial Policies and Procedures Applications to the Architectural Review Committee for changes, alterations, additions, or deletions to property by delinquent homeowners will not be considered until all obligations for that individual property are resolved.

Certain projects such as but not limited to, an addition to a residence, new construction and pool/courtyard additions may require review from a licensed architect. These types of projects shall be subject to additional review fees as determined by the Board or their designee. The property owner will receive notification of additional fees once an application has been submitted and all fees must be paid prior to starting the review process. Fees are payable via check or money order.

If you wish to expedite the standard review process for your ARC Application which would not require review by a licensed architect rush fees will be charged as follows: Approval in 2-4 Days once a complete form is submitted$100 fee payable at the time of submission. Approval in 5-7 Days once a completed from is submitted - $50 fee payable at the time of submission. At the discretion of the Association Manager, certain projects may not be permitted to be rushed.

Applications may be submitted at any time, with an average processing time of 14 business days. Please plan ahead for all projects, including holiday and birthday gifts. Failure to receive prior approval for any and all projects is subject to sanctions for violation including unapproved modification fines starting at $200. Contact us at windermereactivities@comcast.net if you do not receive a decision letter.

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 the application not being accepted or delays in the processing time.

During the winter months our homes take a beating, so it’s important to perform seasonal maintenance to keep your home in tip-top shape. To help you prepare, we’ve put together this list of spring home maintenance tips.

1. Exterior Brick and Stucco – Inspect for chipping or white water deposits. Water spots can indicate a problem with your gutters.

2. Siding – Pressure wash to prevent mold. Replace rotted pieces.

3. Windows and Doors – Inspect and repair caulk and weather stripping. Replace torn screens.

4. Foundation – Look for cracks, heaving or deterioration. Call a professional for repair if needed.

5. Roof – Check for damaged shingles and have a professional replace if necessary.

6. HVAC – Change filters, clean air purifier and have a professional check that your system is ready to handle the warmer months.

7. Attic – Examine for leaks and proper ventilation.

8. Gutters – Remove leaves and other debris. Reattach if loose.

9. Chimney – Have it inspected for cracks and leaks.

10. Landscaping – Prune plants and shrubs to prevent soil erosion. Add fresh mulch, fertilize and add pre-emergent.

11. Mailboxes – Clean/paint mailboxes and posts to ensure they are free of damage, missing parts or milking. Please contact Mailbox Project at www.MailboxProject.net for any repair needs.

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Annual Pool Stickers

All residents who have paid their full annual assessment ($1,400) for 2023 and have a zero balance on their account may begin claiming their pool stickers now.

Monday through Friday.

SWIM TEAM NEWS

Come join us in the swim team fun this summerregistration for the 2023 season is now open!

Register before April 16th to avoid late fees! Registration is available on our website: https://windermerewaves.swimtopia.com/register

Registration fees include a team T-shirt (must register by April 30th), team celebrations/treats, end of season banquet and league fees.

The Waves swim team is a recreational team open to all children 5 years or older who can swim 25 yards unassisted. We focus on building stroke technique, team camaraderie and enjoyment for the sport.

Swimmers will learn how to do all 4 strokes - freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly (freestyle and backstroke only for 6 & under age group).

Swimmers will also enjoy fun activities such as treat days “Fun Friday’s” themed meets and swimmer of the week awards. Practices will begin on Monday, May 8th and continue through the end of June - schedule available here

We look forward to a fun and exciting 2023 season! GO WAVES!

Contact Deirdre Macbeth, Team Representative, for any questions at deirdremacbeth@gmail.com

When receiving your pool stickers, you will be asked to acknowledge that you have read and will comply with the Pool Rules. The current pool rules and acknowledgment form are available on our website by clicking here

Please complete the Acknowledgement in its entirety and bring it with you to the Lodge when you pick up your stickers. Please note, the form must be signed by the homeowner. Children, nannies, and other relatives are not able to sign the form in place of the homeowner.

YOU ARE REQUIRED TO BRING YOUR ACCESS CARDS WITH YOU. NO STICKERS WILL BE GIVEN OUT FOR ANY ACCESS CARDS NOT PRESENTED IN THE OFFICE.

Only 2 ACTIVE Access Cards are allowed per household. The Staff will only be allowed to activate and provide a pool sticker for a maximum of 2 cards.

Replacement cards are available for purchase. The cards are $10.00 payable either by check or money order only (no cash or credit cards accepted).

Important Information Regarding Receiving Your Pool Stickers!

Stickers are available at the lodge during normal business hours,

The lodge office may be closed during normal business hours on certain days for lunch between 1pm and 2pm and/or as needed for site inspections.

LAST CALL! LAST CALL!

If you have a High School Graduate and would be willing to coordinate the banner for your section, please contact the office at windermereactivities@ comcast.net no later than April 1st.

Each section will be able to put up 1 sign at their entrance monument. The sign must be a white background with black writing and can contain the School name, logo and Graduate names. Parents must contact their neighborhood coordinator no later than April 30th. The signs may be put up no earlier than May 15th and must be removed no later than June 15th.

Current Coordinator contact information:

• ARDEN GREENS Lesley Land, LLand@forsyth.k12.ga.us

• BENNINGTON Dottie Drouin Dottie.drouin@gmail.com

• CASTLETON

Elizabeth Wehman

egwehman@hotmail.com and Janis Lancaster janis_lancaster@yahoo.com

• EDENHAM

Cindy Parham; cindy.parham@yahoo.com

• FARRINGTON

Jen Wright parents_of_twins@msn.com

• GOLF VILLAGE (DEVONSHIRE, KENSINGTON, LANDSDOWNE)

Penny Newton pennylnewton@gmail.com

• GRANDVIEW

Kristen McDonald kristenamcdonald@gmail.com

• HEATHROW

Daniela Waller, dswaller22@aim.com

Congratulations to all our 2023 Graduates!

The HOA is not responsible for any errors or omissions for any community banners.

• MUIRFIELD

• NEWGATE

Sherree Britton sherreebritton@gmail.com

• OSTERLY

• SOUTHGATE

Christy Williams

christy.thebeesknees@gmail.com

Thinking About Selling Your Home?

Do you need a closing letter?

What should the For Sale sign look like? How much are the fees?

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE ANSWERS TO THESE QUESTIONS. Amenity

The Lodge at Windermere

2023 LODGE RENTALS

Book your party today at the Lodge! Completed agreements and full payment is required at time of booking. No dates can be penciled in.

LODGE HOURS:

Monday-Friday 9am-5pm | Closed Saturday and Sunday

Gym Closed every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am-10am for Deep Cleaning

PLEASE REMEMBER THAT YOUR ACCESS CARD IS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY TO LODGE. We will be onsite Monday-Friday to assist you. Should you have any questions or concerns please let us know.

Visit our website www.windermerecommunity.net

The primary purpose of the Amenities within Windermere are to promote fellowship among property owners. The use of the facility is generally intended to be limited to owners, their families and their personal guests. The Lodge is generally available for rental for private events by Windermere owners Weekdays (Monday-Thursday) and Weekends (Friday-Sunday). For complete details regarding rental time slots and fees please see the Rental Contract on our website www.windermerecommunity.net

Reservations are taken on a first come, first serve basis. The reservation occurs upon the receipt of all fees and a signed contract agreement. Verbal holds will not be accepted under any circumstances.

CARDSACCESSARE REQUIRED FOR ENTRY TO LODGE