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Plantation Journal Riverwood Plantation, Augusta’s premier master planned community, evokes the warm feelings of the traditional neighborhood not just because of its green spaces, trails, and parks but because of the harmonious spirit of its community members. Fall 2014
Important Dates • OCTOBER 6 Columbus Day • OCTOBER 13-14 No School • OCTOBER 31 Riverwood Plantation Halloween Party • NOVEMBER 11 Veterans Day • NOVEMBER 24-28 No school • NOVEMBER 27 Thanksgiving Day • DECEMBER 2 Riverwood Plantation Annual Meeting • DECEMBER 6 Columbia Co. Christmas Tree Lighting • DECEMBER 13 Riverwood Plantation Visit with Santa (reservations required) • DECEMBER 19 Early Release from School • DECEMBER 22-JANUARY 5 No School • DECEMBER 25 Christmas Day • DECEMBER 31 New Year’s Eve
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A FEW WORDS FROM OUR DEVELOPER.. Dear Riverwood Residents, We have been blessed with good weather over the last several weeks, which has allowed us to complete two new phases of development in Riverwood West and to recently break grade on a third phase. The first and second phases of Riverwood West include the neighborhoods of Edenburg and Southbroome, as well as seven lots along Kirkwood Drive. These homes will range in price from $185,000 to $425,000. Future development plans will include extensions of these neighborhoods into additional phases with various price points that we plan to complete within the next year. Sales activity continues to be strong in Riverwood. We are currently on pace to sell 100 homes again this year. Activity has picked up across all price points, including Bishops Court and Founders Village. With the ongoing expansion at Fort Gordon, we are hopeful that Riverwood will become home for many of the new families moving to our area. As always, feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Bobby Bagwell Project Manager Riverwood Land, LLC bbagwell@meybohm.com
Riverwood is Transitioning! Currently, the Board of Directors for Riverwood Plantation Association, Inc. is made up of members of the development company, Riverwood Land, LLC as well as six appointed homeowners. At the 2014 Annual Meeting, the Association will be holding its first election where homeowners will be elected as the new Board of Directors. This is an exciting transition for the community and we look forward to working with each of you to create a strong and knowledgeable Board. *****
Timeline Keep this timeline available so you can be sure not to miss out on any important dates in this process. Watch your inbox and mailbox for more information. - Open nominations continue through October 17th. - Early November : Property owners will receive meeting notification (with proxy details) in the mail. - December 2nd : Annual Meeting with Board of Director Elections ***** To better understand the importance of this transition, let’s take a look at what our Board does for our Association. As a recognized homeowners association, our community has a board to help our HOA run smoothly. The board consists of volunteers who execute a wide variety of tasks that you may not be aware of; however, their work affects every single resident. One of the most important things the board does is create and enforce the association rules. While some residents may not like being told what they can and can’t do, ultimately the board is looking out for the greater good. By enforcing the rules, the board is doing its best to keep property value up and conflicts down. Of course, the board wants to make sure the rules are beneficial for the majority—and hopefully all—residents. Another major responsibility of the board is to collect assessments from homeowners. Collecting this money is important for the stability of the association, because the assessments pay for the common elements enjoyed by all residents. Assessments also help to replenish the reserve funds, which pay for any major repairs the association may need. The board is responsible for the association’s finances, and collecting assessments is how it ensures that the association remains solvent. Finally, the board acts on behalf of the association by hiring managers, attorneys, contractors and other professionals who help better the association. Board members also help conceive and lead many of the projects that will improve the HOA. While it’s a big job, board members are happy to serve the residents and make the community a great place to call home. So why not learn more about what these volunteers do by talking to your board members, attending an open board meeting or even running for a seat on the board during our next election? The more people we have looking out for our association, the stronger it will be. We look forward to our resident’s involvement and are happy to speak with you further about this process. Interested in running for the Board? Do you want to know more about how the Association runs? Email istone@cmacommunities.com or call 706-869-9800 ext. 35.
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It’s the perfect time to clear out and clean up before the holidays. If you plan on participating in the sale, please email riverwoodyardsale@yahoo.com with a list of “hot” items. The compiled list will be handed to shoppers on the day of the sale. If you would like The Salvation Army to pick up any unwanted items, you are encouraged to contact Rhonda McKinney at 706-3121979 after the sale Saturday. (You may leave a message as her hours are Mon-Fri 9-4.) On the day of your scheduled pick up, you may leave your items outside your home. There is no fee for this service. Please DO NOT leave items out on your lawn or driveway prior to the morning of your pick up. Please tell your neighbors and friends and let’s shop and sell together!
Celebrate
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Riverwood Plantation Join us if you dare at the haunted barn on october 31st for spooky thrills! Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have door prizes, a costume contest for the little ghouls and goblins, a haunted trail, and pizza to enjoy before heading out for some trick-or-treating in Riverwood Plantation! The fun starts at 4:00 and wraps up at 5:30. This event is free and open to all Riverwood residents, so bring your neighbors and enjoy a good time with your family!
Doctors Hospital is proud to sponsor this Riverwood Plantation event.
Dear Riverwood Plantation children, I ‘ve been watching you this year and my elves have been working hard so I can bring surprises for those of you whose names are on my “nice” list! I’ll be taking a break from the workshop and coming to see you on December 13th. Be sure to ask Mom or Dad to email me to make an appointment for you to visit with me between 9am and 4pm by emailing me at santaclaus.riverwoodplantation@gmail.com. I’ll bring along some crafts and treats for you, too! Remember to be sweet all year long...I’m always watching, after all! Love Always, Santa santaclaus.riverwoodplantation@gmail.com
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Pumpkin Pie White Hot Chocolate
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Ingredients: 3 cups whole milk 1 cup pumpkin puree 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ginger 1/8 teaspoon cloves 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg 1 teaspoon vanilla 4 ounces white chocolate, roughly chopped a pinch of salt Directions: 1. .Heat the milk, pumpkin puree, spices, vanilla, and a pinch of salt in a sauce pan until it just starts to simmer and remove form heat. 2.. Add the chocolate and stir until it has melted. 3.. Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream and garnish with cinnamon.
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Bat�an is a friendly black lab residing in Mitchell Park. While he does enjoy crime-fighting by night, Bat�an enjoys the slow pace of life at River�ood Plantation during the day. He and his canine brother Charlie love lying on their porch, jumping to g�eet g�ests and neighbors, and pooping near the power lines. His human brother, Colin, is Bat�an’s best friend and sidekick, but he accepts hugs and cuddles from his human parents, Gar� and Ly�n Por�erfield too. Bat�an loves long walks through Mitchell Park and meeting new people and dogs. He also answers to Br�ce Way�e and has a st�ong dislike of clowns and peng�ins. Do you think your pet has what it takes to be River�ood’s perfect pet? Send a photo and few sentences about your pet to lyaffe@cmacommunities.com. All feat�red pets win a special prize!
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Greenbrier High School’s Chorus invites you to the following performances this school year. Shows are at 7pm in the auditorium and are free of charge unless otherwise noted. October 20 *November 20 December 15 March 23 *April 24 May 11 *Admission for dessert theater shows is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Admission price includes desserts and beverages.
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Covenant Corner Architectural Requests To protect the beauty and integrity of Riverwood Plantation, all exterior property changes must be approved by our Architectural Review Board. Request forms can be found on the HOA website or are available in the HOA office. All requests require a $25 non-refundable review fee. The Board meets every two weeks. Please submit your request at least seven days prior to the meeting and allow two weeks for a response following the meeting. The Board reviews requests for things like swimming pools, satellite dishes, pergolas, exterior color changes, and tree removals. Call the HOA office if you have any questions!
Mailbox Maintenance
Love the beautiful pergola? Be sure to submit it for approval before building or installing!
Your mailbox is small but can leave a big impression to neighbors and passers-by, especially if it is not in good shape. Article XIII, Section 19 of the covenants addresses mailboxes specifically. Be sure to remember to touch up the paint on your mailbox post as needed, replace your address stickers when necessary, and watch for rust on the outside of your mailbox.
Parking on the Streets Please make sure your mailbox and post are painted, in good condition, and uniform with the others in the neighborhood.
While parking on the streets is not specifically addressed by our covenants, it is important to be courteous to your neighbors and mindful of the appearance of our streets. Covenant Article XIII, Section 3 DOES address parking and driving on grassy and unpaved areas, so please remember to observe the rules and avoid vandailism to Riverwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beautiful landscaping.
Classifieds
To submit an ad of your own or to view current listings, please visit riverwoodplantationhoa.com. FOR SALE
CHILD/PET CARE Senior at Greenbrier available for babysitting and petsitting. I'm a straight A student, a black belt in taekwondo, a varsity lacrosse player and an excellent driver. I am available to watch your children at your home or help drive them to lessons. I can also take care of your house and pets while you're out of town. I have two little brothers, and I'm experienced with every age group! Call me at 864-477-8726! My name is Hunter Cone and I will be a freshman at Greenbrier HS. I am very responsible and I am looking to make some extra money pet sitting and dog walking in Riverwood. I am very good with animals and have had many pets from lizards, turtles, frogs, cats and dogs. I charge $10 a day to pet sit and $5 to walk your dog. 706-504-4336 I am looking for a reliable person to take my kids to school in the mornings (days vary) do some light house work and cooking in the evenings 2 to 3 days a week. My kids are 10 and 14 and do for themselves but need some supervision. Please email me if you are interested. Thank You! 706-5646605
Burgundy 2003 Honda sedan for sale. Call 706-855-8452 Very nice wood TV center by Romweber, 50"X72"X28", will hold 50" TV $1,000; 48" round dining table, hand painted by Pulaski $450; all weather patio wicker lg couch, end table, and chaise from Wicker Barn $650 set,excellent deal. Call Julie. 706-854-8747 SERVICES My name is Noah Crosby. I am 14 years old and would like to make some extra money doing yard work. I only charge $20 per yard and know how to cut grass, weed, plant flowers, edge, and put out pine straw. Please call if you need someone to do these jobs for you! 706-421-2191 Need private tutoring for your student? Certified k-8 generalist teacher with 7 years teaching experience in Georgia and Texas including SPED, Gifted/Talented, and Dyslexia. Areas of expertise include sciences and math. Available to assist with assessments, homework, and remedial lessons. Flexible schedule. Please email or call Emily Forehand if interested. emily.forehand@gmail.com 706-339-8315
For the safety of pedestrians, pets, and other drivers, please remember to observe our local laws when operating a golf cart in the neighborhood. Motorized Cart Use in Columbia County 1. Motorized carts are only allowed to be driven in neighborhoods â&#x20AC;&#x201C; roadways that are not state highways and those with a speed limit of 35 miles per hour or less. The driver must be at least 16 years of age and possess a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license. (O.C.G.A. 40-5-20). 2. Motorized carts can operate during daylight hours only. (O.C.G.A. 40-6-330): However motorized carts may operate at night if they meet the equipment requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for Low Speed Vehicles. (49 Code 571.500). Headlamps, front and rear turn signal lamps, tail lamps, and rear view mirror are recommended but are required only at night. Insurance also is optional, but recommended. 3.
The golf carts and other motorized recreational vehicles are forbidden from the road shoulders, ditches and county rights-of-way. (County Ordinance Sec. 82-27)
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What’s New in Riverwood? The Plantation Journal is all about YOU! Do you or one of your neighbors have a story to share? We are always looking for submissions for our quarterly newsletter and want to hear from our residents! We would love to feature your family, yard, pet, favorite recipe, or anything else you want to tell your friends and neighbors at Riverwood Plantation! Please submit any articles or photos to lyaffe@cmacommunities.com for consideration! *Advertising opportunities are also available. Please inquire if interested! You can keep an eye out for our newsletter in the following months: January 2015 April 2015 July 2015 October 2015
It’s Spooky to Be Hungry Food Drive Riverwood Plantation is proud to participate in the It’s Spooky to Be Hungry food drive, benefitting Golden Harvest Food Bank. Donate non-perishable food items to your neighborhood captain* until October 24th to make a difference in Columbia County!
Current Dues Report RIVERWOOD PLANTATION
RESERVE . ASSOCIATION
3% Delinquent Balances 97% Dues Collected
1% Delinquent Balances 99% Dues Collected
Join Us at the Annual Meeting! Mark your calendar! Riverwood Plantation’s annual meeting is scheduled for December 2nd, 6-7 PM at the Greenbrier High School auditorium. This is an important meeting and all HOA members are invited and encouraged to attend.
Snakes! Our neighborhood is surrounded by beautiful trees and bodies of water, which can be inviting to slithery guests. As the weather gets cooler, you may see more of these reptiles coming out to play. Be sure to keep children and pets out of the way of poisonous snakes. You may report sightings to Columbia County Animal Services by dialing 311.
If you’re interested in volunteering, please email lyaffe@cmacommunities.com. *Neighborhood captains will be listed on the HOA Facebook page and website. Have an article you would like to submit to the Plantation Journal? We’d love to see it! Email Lauren at lyaffe@cmacommunities.com for consideration.
FUN AND GAMES Fun Holidays and Observances October 6: Mad Hatter Day October 13-17: Pet Peeve Week November: Peanut Butter Lovers Month November 9: Chaos Never Dies Day December 20: Go Caroling Day
Connect with Us! . Did you know the HOA website has resources and features like forms, rental documents, the community calendar, financial reports, a link to pay your dues online, classified ads, and our convenants? Go to riverwoodplantationhoa.com now to request your log-in information! Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also on Facebook!
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We have plenty of volunteer opportunities! Contact us at 706-869-9800 for more information on how you can make a difference!
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HOA Contact Tammy Slocumb tslocumb@cmacommunities.com 706-869-9800 ext. 35 Events and Facilities Manager Lauren Yaffe lyaffe@cmacommunities.com 706-869-9800 ext. 21 or 706-910-4849 After Hours Common Area Emergency 800-522-6314 To ensure future delivery of this and other important information, please register at riverwoodplantationhoa.com For more information on Community Management Associates, Inc please visit cmacommunities.com and watch this short video http://youtu.be/xhwAP1isTqI. We are happy to provide a hardcopy of this edition of The Plantation Journal. Our winter, spring, and summer issues are delivered electronically and available online. We also have a limited number of print copies available in the HOA office.