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updated 8/11/08 Directions - The neighborhood is located about 30
Miles Northeast of Atlanta, GA at the intersection of Peachtree Industrial
Boulevard and McGinnis Ferry Road. If you have friends visiting and
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Social Committee - We had a fun filled Fourth of July! Great BBQ,
great Weather, and the kids had a blast! This was made possible by the
hard work of the Social Committee. The Social Committee plans and puts
on events for both the family and couples. The last Chattahoochee
Newsletter article spoke about the next exciting events that are in the works
such as Chastain at the Pool, Progressive Dinner, Halloween, etc. Social
Committee is looking for a few new members to help plan events, bring fresh
ideas, along with a few hours of your time each year. If you are new to
the neighborhood, it is a great way to meet new friends and have fun!
If you have always thought about joining, come on - what are you waiting
for! It is great to be a part of a great group of neighbors! If
you are interested in joining, please reply to social@chattrunpoint.com with your name and phone number. We are gearing up
for our first planning meeting next week! Your
Social Committee Chairs Jamie
Castro and Billy Panzer Pool
Update -- It has been a fun and very
active season at the pool. Hope everyone in the neighborhood got to use
the pool frequently; you still have another month and a half to get some
swimming in. The pool resurfacing was completed in April and was very
well done. The pool looked great this summer. We also had very
good lifeguard coverage and had a "safe" pool season. Now
that school has started, we are no longer having daily lifeguard coverage.
We will have lifeguard coverage only on Sat/Sun thru Labor Day.
After that, the pool is open til the last week of
September with no lifeguard coverage. Swim PARENTS:
please be aware that there is no lifeguard coverage during the week.
Swimming will be "at your own risk" from Monday to Friday and every
day after Labor Day. Please do not send kids under 18 to the
pool w/o an adult guardian. ALL POOL USERS: we
need your cooperation in cleaning up after yourselves and taking care of
the community facility; PLEASE remove
trash, straighten furniture, and lower the umbrellas before you leave
the pool area in the evening. Make sure the gates are closed if you are
the last to leave. . Thanks
for your cooperation. Enjoy using the pool while the water is still
warm. Tom
Brown, Pool Committee Chairman Preferred Vendor Sanitation Service – The Safety & Security Committee has studied garbage
collection in our community, including ways to reduce the number of heavy
garbage and recycling trucks, and has conducted a survey of residents on this
subject. Recently, letters from the
Board were hand-delivered to each residence providing the results of the
survey, and explaining that the Board has chosen Red Oak Sanitation to serve
as the Preferred Vendor of sanitation services for our community, due to
their excellent pricing ($15/month, guaranteed for two years), and range of
services provided for that price (weekly trash, recycling, and yard waste
pickup). Residents are asked (NOT
required!) to consider switching to Red Oak to help reduce truck traffic in
the neighborhood, while also getting a very good deal on sanitation services. If you sign up by July, 1, 2008, you will
also get 3 months FREE. Collection day
for Red Oak is Tuesday, and for more information, see the Red Oak Proposal. New Social Committee Chairpersons – Thanks to Jamie Castro and Billy Panzer for assuming the
duties of Co-Chairpersons for the Social Committee! Jamie will focus on events for children, and Billy on those for adults. Contact them at social@chattrunpoint.com. HOA Initiation Fee – The HOA Board has recommended
adoption of an amendment to the Covenants charging a one-time $700 initiation
fee for all new residents (payable at the closing) to help increase our cash flow. Please mail back the Capital Contribution
Amendment you received in the mail from CMA expressing your approval or
disapproval of this important issue. A
2/3 majority is required for either approval or denial of this Amendment. Mailboxes – Installation of the new mailboxes and street
signs is complete! The final inspection of all installed mailboxes and street
signs has been completed. Should you experience damage to your
mailbox and need replacement parts or a new mailbox, the installer can be contacted
at Global
Home Construction Suite E Doraville, GA 30360 Phone 770-451-3777 Fax
770-451-3988 Any resident
who has not yet paid the entire $300 Special Assessment is now subject to
fines and legal action. The Safety and Security
Committee has developed a Burglary Prevention Information Guide that contains
comprehensive information on how you can make your home and neighborhood
safer. We would like to make sure that every household receives a copy so we
can start the New Year off right. Remember, if we all work
together, we can make Chattahoochee Run and Point even better than they are
today. The
Safety & Security Committee is studying ways to reduce the number of
heavy garbage and recycling trucks which enter our neighborhood each week,
and is soliciting your inputs and ideas.
Please take a moment to complete the online Garbage Survey ASAP. Thanks! Watering – There are updated watering
guidelines HERE.
For more info also click HERE. Our property management
company, CMA, has recently implemented new online homeowner account software,
which allows you (with your CMA provided account id and password) to login to
view your account balance, make online payments, and edit mailing and contact
information. CMA mailed account
numbers and passwords to all homeowners.
To login, go to http://login.cma-atlanta.com/. Dog Walkers - Please, pick up and properly dispose of all pet
droppings when walking your dogs ANYWHERE in the neighborhood! Children (and adults) play on the soccer
field, walking paths, and streets, and should not be stepping in your dog’s
fecal waste!
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Upcoming Events Water
Aerobics - beginning Monday, July 21 and running
for 5 weeks every Monday and Wednesday from 8:00 until 9:00 PM (may be
adjusted for darkness near the end). Where? Why? Because it is fun! (You get a little exercise too) Who? Anyone that is interested in meeting new people and
“dancing” in the water. Young, old, male, female……… How? Send me an email that you are interested before
July 01. If we have 10 or more people who are interested then we will
hold the class. You will receive an email confirming that the class
will take place. The charge for the class is $25 and that can be paid
on the first day. Contact
info: Sally Caltabiano 770-271-8482 Board
Meeting - HOA Board Meetings will be held at the clubhouse on the first Monday of
every month unless that day falls on a holiday. Then it will be help the
following Monday. All meetings will start promptly at 7:00pm with an open
forum. NEXT BOARD MEETING – August 4, 2008
– 7:00 PM at the Clubhouse. If you have an issue that you would like to bring to
the boards attention in the open forum, please notify a board member prior to
the meeting via e-mail (addresses at bottom pf
page) so that the board can be prepared to discuss the issue. Issues
that were brought to the Board’s attention prior to the meeting will have
priority over those that were not. The open session will end
promptly at 7:30. The entire schedule for
upcoming 2008 Board Meetings can be found here. Book Club - The Chattahoochee Run and Point Book Club will meet Wednesday, August 20th at 7:00 p.m. We
will be discussing Greg Mortenson's, Three Cups
of Tea. Everyone is welcome! For more information, please
email Diane Lawrenson at diane@lawrenson.com.
ChattNews – The printed
neighborhood newsletter is scheduled to come out four times a year. Here are the deadlines for anyone desiring
to contribute articles and anyone desiring to help in the production and
distribution is encouraged to contact the Editor at newsletter@chattrunpoint.com. Letters/Articles
to
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Committee Reports & Info Safety Committee – Current
projects include weekly safety tips (see below), video surveillance for the clubhouse
area (including parking, pool, and workout room), and a children’s safety
fair. To help this important committee, please contact Judy at safety@chattrunpoint.com. Next
meeting is Tuesday, September 9, 2008 7PM at the
Clubhouse. Social Committee – For more info or to help, contact Jamie Castro or Billie
Panzer, Chairpersons (Children and Adult Activities, respectively), at (social@chattrunpoint.com). Tennis Committee – They are studying what to do about the excess of teams
and shortage of courts. Contact tennis@chattrunpoint.com. Covenants Committee – The Covenant Guidelines have been revised and have
been approved by the Board. Contact covenants@chattrunpoint.com for
info. There are still many positions
open on the neighborhood committees. Please consider volunteering your time
to fill one of these positions. Please check out the Committees page and contact the chairperson or
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From the Safety and
Security Committee Hi Neighbors, Food Safety (7/18/08 &
8/5/08) There
has been quite a bit of news lately about the safety of our food
supply. While the reality is that we can never be sure that the food we
purchase is free from bacteria and contaminants, there are ways to ensure
that we don't increase the risk of contamination once we bring the food
home. Keeping our kitchens clean is the first line of defense against
food-borne illnesses. According to NSF International (www.nsf.org)
many food-borne illnesses are a direct result of improper food handling and
unclean kitchen surfaces. Take the following test to see if your
kitchen passes the NSF food safety test. 1.
The temperature in the refrigerator in our home is:
a. 50 degrees Fahrenheit (10 degrees
Celsius)
b. 40 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees
Celsius)
c. Don't know 2.
The last time you had leftovers, what did you do with them?
a. Let them cool to room temperature,
then put them in the refrigerator
b. Placed them in the refrigerator
immediately after the food was served
c. Left them sitting out at room
temperature for several hours/overnight 3.
The last time the kitchen sink drain and disposal in our home were sanitized
was:
a. Yesterday
b. Last month
c. Don't know 4.
After cutting raw meat on your cutting board, what do you do before you start
chopping other foods?
a. Nothing, just started chopping
b. Wiped the board with a dishcloth
c. Washed the board with soap and hot
water, then sanitized 5.
The last time we made cookies at home, the dough was:
a. Made with raw eggs, and I did sample
some of it
b. Bought at the store, and I did sample
some of it
c. I did not sample any dough until
baked 6.
How are the kitchen counters cleaned in your home?
a. With water only
b. With hot water and soap
c. With hot water and soap, then
bleach/sanitizing agent 7.
How are dishes washed in your home?
a. Cleaned by an automatic dishwasher
and then air-dried
b. Washed right away with hot water and
soap in the sink, then air-dried
c. Washed them the next morning with hot
water and soap in the sink and towel-dried 8.
The last time I touched raw meat, I:
a. Cleaned my hands by wiping them on a
towel
b. Rinsed them under hot, cold or warm
tap water
c. Washed them with soap and warm water 9.
How does your family defrost meat?
a. Take it from the freezer and set it on the counter until
thawed
b. Take it from the freezer and place it
in the refrigerator until thawed
c. Take it from the freezer, microwave
until thawed, then immediately cook it >>For those of you who have been
waiting for the answers to the kitchen safety quiz, here they are. Home Safety (7/1/08) Following
is a list of items you should always have on hand in the event of minor
accidents at home such as cuts, sprains or minor burns. ·
Two pairs of Latex
or other sterile gloves (if you are allergic to Latex) ·
Sterile dressings
to stop bleeding ·
Cleansing
agent/soap and antibiotic towelettes to disinfect ·
Antibiotic
ointment to prevent infection ·
Burn ointment to
prevent infection ·
Adhesive bandages
in a variety of sizes ·
Eye wash solution
to flush the eyes or as a general decontaminant ·
Thermometer:
non-glass and non-mercury ·
Prescription
medications you take every day such as insulin, heart medicine and asthma
inhalers ·
Prescribed medical
supplies such as glucose and blood pressure monitoring equipment and supplies
·
Scissors ·
Tweezers ·
Aspirin or
non-aspirin pain reliever Remember,
for any serious injuries, call 9-1-1. For
detailed information about any injuries you may sustain at home and how to
treat them, go to www.webmd.com. Safety Month (6/24/08 In
celebration of "National Safety Month", this week's tip discusses
ways to prevent home accidents. Do things
have a way of accumulating in your home? Because you are there every
day, potential hazards can be overlooked easily. Periodic
"proactive" inspections can help you avoid accidents and ensure the
health and safety of you and your loved ones. Here are things to watch
for: Fight
fire before it happens Whether
you are at home or away, fire is always a potential hazard. By the time
firefighters arrive, it may be too late -- but you can take the
following precautions: ·
Keep fire
extinguishers in the kitchen, garage and patio ·
Only use space
heaters with automatic shut offs and never operate them without someone in
the room ·
Install smoke/carbon
monoxide detectors in all areas. Smoke detectors provide early warning
and are your first line of defense. Test them and change batteries
regularly. A good way to remember is with spring and autumn time
changes. Check
electrical circuits When
was the last time you checked your electrical appliances? Be sure to do
the following: ·
Check for worn or
exposed wiring (particularly on lamps) and overloaded circuits ·
Plug computers and
televisions into surge protectors ·
Familiarize yourself
with the fuse box and circuit panel and place flashlights and batteries
nearby. Take
your time with tools Don't
rush household chores -- tools can fight back. Most tools and utensils
have sharp edges, particularly knives. Learning how to use them
properly can be a valuable safety lesson. Here are a few reminders: ·
Cut or stroke away
from your body, not toward ·
If you drop a knife
or tool, don't try to catch it ·
Don't use tools on
live electrical items -- unplug them ·
Always use tools in
a well-lit area ·
If you get cut or
injured, seek first aid immediately. Put
poisons in their place The
most prevalent cause of accidental death at home is inadvertent
poisoning. You can avoid this by keeping products sealed and out of
easy reach from children. Always keep products in their original
packaging for quick access to warnings and instructions and discard any
expired medications. Consult
your physician, pharmacist or local recycler for assistance with the
following: ·
Household cleaners
and office supplies ·
Medications,
vitamins and cooking ingredients ·
Garage and garden
chemicals Next
week, we will conclude "National Safety Month" with information on
what you need in case someone is injured in your home. Safety Month (6/16/08 The
U.S. Congress, in conjunction with the National Safety Council, has
designated June as "National Safety Month." Be
prepared for the unexpected. It's never too soon to provide the safest
home environment for you and your family. Take the time to double-check
smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, replenish emergency kits, look for
unsafe conditions and formulate evacuation plans if you haven't already done
so. And above all else, prevent accidents before they happen. For the
rest of the month, the tipster will be providing you with information to
improve your safety at home. One area
that seems to be overlooked is what you will need in the event of an
emergency where you may not have access to clean water, food or even your
home. It is a
good idea to create a Home Emergency Kit and to periodically refresh and
replenish as items expire or your kids grow out of their clothing. Following
is a checklist of basic items to include in your Home Emergency Kit. ·
Three gallons of water
per person ·
Three-day supply of
non-perishable food ·
First aid kit and
medications ·
Extra clothing ·
Flashlight with
batteries ·
Radio/weather radio ·
Family documents Next
week, we will discuss ways to avoid home accidents. Be
safe out there! CLICK HERE FOR MORE SAFETY AND
SECURITY TIPS |
Burglary
Prevention Info Guide National Crime Prevention Council |
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Yard
& Garden Information Spring Tip March
is nearly over. This is a great time to clean up your yard and apply 12
month insect prevention to trees and bushes that are susceptible to insect
damage. Watering Ban Survival for Your Yard &
Garden Since
we are no longer allowed to water our yards, many of us in the Garden Club
have been scratching our heads trying to determine how we will manage our
gardens this Fall. We have put
together a list of ideas we think may help you manage this drought as well. Grass
Maintenance Ø Avoid fertilizing grass and plants when in a total water
ban. Fertilizer encourages plant growth and water is needed for growth. Fertilizer also can act as a drying agent
and increase water loss from the plant. Ø Weed control is absolutely vital during a total outdoor
water ban. The weeds are in direct
competition for the precious water the plant will receive. Removal of weeds
is necessary to ensure the plants receive all benefits from the water
available. Ø Raising the mower blade on your lawn mower can
drastically increase lawn survival during a drought. This encourages deeper rooting and allows
the longer grass blades to provide shade which helps hold in moisture
longer. Sharp mower blades also help
reduce the need for water because dull blades shred leaf tips, causing the
turf to use more water than necessary. Ø Keep off the grass. Avoid walking on grass during periods
of drought stress. Mow lawns as little as possible during droughts to avoid
additional stress. Never remove more than 1/3 of the leaf blade in one
mowing. Allow mulched clippings to
remain on the lawn to help cool the soil and retain moisture. Reclaimed
Water Ø Using reclaimed water on your yard is still
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