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2020 Inside this Issue Annual Meeting Details 8 Fireworks Recap 11 Pool News 18 Upcoming Events 19

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OFFICE INFORMATION Hours: Mon-Fri, 9 am – 5 pm Address: 4444 Front Nine Drive, Cumming GA 30041

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02116 USA. Equal Housing Insurer. ©2018 Liberty AMENITYMA CARD REPLACEMENT Mutual Insurance 11514948 PERB10193 04/2018 Windermere Amenity Cards are available to residents in good standing. Please stop by the clubhouse during office hours.

Replacement cards are $25 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. www.windermerecommunity.net www.facebook.com/windermerehoa

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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. Magazine design by Indigo Whatley.

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PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE ANSWERS TO THESE QUESTIONS. Amenity Cards: the amenity access cards should be given to the buyer at closing from seller. If not, the buyer or seller may purchase them from the association for $25 per card (maximum of 2 cards).

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LODGE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm | Closed Saturday and Sunday Gym Closed every Wednesday from 9am-11am 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. www.WindermereCommunity.net

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Association Manager As we are in the heat of Summer we know many of you are planning maintenance and upgrades to your home! Frequent items that need attention are: Exterior painting of your home, replacing dead sod, trees and other plant materials, and maintenance of mailboxes.

Please be sure to be proactive and plan accordingly for all projects and improvements to your home by submitting an application for modification. Please visit the website and look under the resources tab to download a copy of the application.

Applications still need to be submitted even if you are using the same paint or roof colors.

DOWNLOAD APPLICATION Applications are required for ALL projects to the exterior of your home or lot. This includes but is not limited to the following: Roof replacements, repainting the exterior of your home, tree removal, installation of basketball goals, trampolines, play sets and fences.

We would also like to remind you of frequent violations to avoid. Trash cans must be stored out of view of the street. Portable basketball goals must be approved and installed according the guidelines which includes proper placement and screening. Pine straw should be fresh and installed at least twice per year. Edging must be of approved materials.

CLICK HERE TO REPORT A VIOLATION Our goal is to have a cohesive and harmonious and aesthetically pleasing community for all to enjoy!

We greatly appreciate your cooperation!

Please remember the dumpsters located at the Windermere amenities center are not for public trash. All personal garbage needs to be picked up from your residence on the service day. Please have all of your receptacle by the curb at 7:00 am on Monday mornings. If you miss a pick up or need a bulk pick up please contact Sanitation Solutions at 770-866-7323 or Sanitationsolutions.net.

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ARC REQUESTS

Does your home need some work?

Are you thinking about renovating? ...Not sure if your project needs approval?

Most projects that are performed to a home or lot require prior approval from the Association.

Contact us at Windermereactivities@comcast.net • As a reminder, the ARC Request process is outlined below.

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. Please 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.

CLICK HERE TO ACCESS AN APPLICATION FOR MODIFICATION

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2020 ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE TO ALL HOMEOWNERS

In accordance with Article II, Section 2.3 of the Bylaws for Windermere Homeowners Association, the Annual Homeowners Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 7:00 pm. The meeting will be held in the Windermere Lodge located at 4444 Front Nine Drive, Cumming, GA. In light of the current pandemic, this year’s annual meeting will have a virtual attendance component that will allow residents to attend the meeting online. The meeting will be held out of the Windermere Lodge located at 4444 Front Nine Drive, Cumming, GA. Representatives for the Board will be present, virtually, to discuss all aspects of the Association.

The Bylaws state, in order to hold a meeting and conduct business of the Association, there must be a quorum present. A quorum is the number of homes represented either in person or by proxy. The required quorum to attend this meeting and allow for the election of directors is one tenth (1/10th) of the homes.

If the quorum for the annual meeting is not met, the Association must recall the meeting until quorum is established. In recalling the meeting, until quorum requirements are met, the Association incurs additional administrative costs. Your attendance or proxy will help fulfill the quorum requirements.

You may recall several years ago we instituted an electronic voting system. Feedback continues to be overwhelmingly positive so we will be using it again for this election cycle as well.

No paper proxies will be accepted. If a resident does not have a computer, they may use a neighbor’s computer, go to the Library on Old Atlanta Road, or use a computer in the Lodge.

A FRIENDLY REMINDER We would like to remind everyone what the Windermere ARC Guidelines say regarding Political Signage. Please be sure to not place any signage out prior to October 13th.

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How it will work: September 14first mailer sent out September 28first reminder sent via email October 5second and final reminder sent via email October 14voting/proxy submission close at 5pm October 15Annual Meeting

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Political Signs: Up to three (3) professionally prepared political signs, not to exceed thirty-six (36) inches by thirty-six (36) inches in size, may be displayed from within a Unit or posted on a Unit. Page 20 of 37 (i) No hand- lettered, stenciled, or painted signs are permitted. (ii) No signs may be posted at the entrance to the community or to any neighborhood or on any common property of the Association. (iii) Signs may be posted or displayed no more than three (3) weeks prior to the election for which they are intended, and all signs must be removed within three (3) days after the date of the election, unless a run-off election is to be held and it will occur within three (3) weeks.

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PAST EVENT

Thank you to all of the residents who attended our annual Fireworks Celebration! The event may have looked a little different this year, but this was one of our most beautiful shows to date!

A special thank you to our event Sponsor, Premier Martial Arts!

Everyone had a great time learning the proper technique to break boards!

Thank you to resident Seth Linder with MachShots.com for providing these beautiful aerial photos from the event!

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TENNIS NEWS

Tennis is Back!

Fall leagues are about to begin, and Bobby’s drills are in full swing.

If you have any questions about any of the current activities at the courts, please contact Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net or 770-598-8378.

September Drill Schedules Monday 9am-10:30 Lady’s Open Drills Friday 9am-10:30 Adult OPEN Drills Friday 10:45am-12:00 Adult Beginners Only Drills Saturday 9am-10:30 Adult OPEN Drills Please sign-up for all drills ahead of time on Kourts.com as space is limited for all drills to allow for proper social distancing.

For up to date information on Junior and High School drills, please contact Bobby directly.

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TENNIS NEWS

Need Your Racquet Strung?

Thad is offering discount stringing services to Windermere residents.

Residents pay $36 for Wilson NXT that would normally cost $44 through other stringing services. Hybrid of NXT and Luxilon 4G Element Alu Power is also $36 compared to $44 other places.

Contact Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net or 770-598-8378 for more information.

Need to Reserve a Court?

All reservations can now be made on your phone at Kourts.com. This new app will allow you to make court reservations, as well as reserving your spot and paying online for Bobby’s drill sessions. Please ensure that your contact information on the association website (www. windermerecommunity.net) is updated to include email addresses and cell phone numbers, as this is required information to register for the new Kourts app.

We encourage you to go ahead and download the app and sign up.

Here is a short video to help you get started: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6LvdWNGOUw If you have any questions about the app or how to use it, please contact Bobby at schindlerb@ comcast.net or 770-598-8378

Want to Stay Connected to Windermere Tennis?

Contact Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net to be added to his weekly e-mail newsletter for timely updates on weekly drills, junior lessons and other events at the courts.

Also, don’t forget to join the Windermere Tennis Facebook page!

Batt Towels Are Here for Your Rainy Day Relief Windermere now has 6 BATT towels for your rainy day relief.

These towels are being used at all the big tennis centers these days and are far more effective than a squeegee at distributing the puddles. Check out videos on how to use the BATT towel here: https://battowel.com/vide Please remember to hang the towels back up on the inside of the fence when you have finished using them.

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POOL NEWS

Pool Closes

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH!

September Hours for the Pool- Monday through Friday one guard will arrive at 4:30 pm to sanitize and close the pool. The pool will close from 4:30 pm -5:00 pm and then reopen for the final session until 8:00 pm. NO guard will be seated in the stands during this time. Weekday usage is considered “swim at your own risk”, and the slide will not be operational during this time. In other words, the slide will only be open on Saturdays and Sundays through the end of the pool season.

This is the same schedule that we have used for many years, but we just wanted to remind everyone and make sure that all new homeowners are informed.

For the full guarded September schedule please see below: Monday – Thursday 8/31 - 9/3 5:00 am to 4:30 pm Swim at own risk 4:30 pm to 5:00pm closed for sanitation 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm ** Friday, 9/4 5:00 am to 12:00 pm Swim at own risk 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm closed for sanitation 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm closed for sanitation 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm Saturdays 9/5, 9/12 5:00 am to 10:00am Swim at own risk 10:00am to 10:30am closed for sanitation 10:30 am to 1:30pm

1:30 pm to 2:00pm closed for sanitation 2:00 pm to 5:00pm 5:00 pm to 5:30pm closed for sanitation 5:30 pm to 8:00pm Sundays 9/6, 9/13 5:00 am to 10:00am Swim at own risk 10:00am to 10:30am closed for sanitation 10:30 am to 1:30pm 1:30 pm to 2:00pm closed for sanitation 2:00 pm to 5:00pm 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm closed for sanitation 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm Monday, 9/7 5:00 am to 10:00 am Swim at own risk 10:00 am to 10:30 am closed for sanitation 10:30 am to 1:30 pm 1:30 pm to 2:00 pm closed for sanitation 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm closed for sanitation 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm Tuesday – Friday 9/8 - 9/11 5:00 am to 4:30 pm Swim at own risk 4:30 pm to 5:00pm closed for sanitation 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm ** ** Only one guard to watch over pool, clean and lock up at night. NO guards in stands. No lifeguard breaks.

Pool Closing Party Saturday, September 5 from 1-4pm Join us for our last pool event of 2020! We will have a DJ playing your favorite tunes & Free Flamingo Pops for the 1st 100 people!

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Fall Garage Sale

UPCOMING EVENTS

SATURDAY ONLY! October 3rd (8:00am – 3:00pm) Do you have some things that you just don’t need or want anymore? If so, get ready for Windermere’s Annual Fall Garage Sale!

Windermere will provide the Garage Sale signs at the main entrance monument of each neighborhood.

We will advertise the neighborhood sale in the classified section of the AJC and Forsyth County News.

Please do not place signs in your yard, however we do encourage those participating to place a balloon on your mailbox. We do not advertise specific addresses; therefore, we suggest that you place additional advertisement to draw traffic to your home.

Fall Festival

SAVE THE DATE!

Sunday, October 11th from 3-5pm!

Don’t miss one of our most exciting events of the year! We have added some new and exciting activities to appeal to kids of all ages!

Join us for: DJ playing your favorite Music

Bubbles Over Georgia- if you missed her at the Fireworks event, you will want to be sure to check her out!

Haunted House & Character Meet & Greetsthemes include: Batman, Frozen, Game of Thrones, Star Wars and a Pirate Zombie Ship!

Santa Photos

In and Out Photos will be back again this year to take Santa Photos at the Lodge. You will be provided a Professional Photo CD the day of your shoot.

Mark your calendars because space is limited and these spots will fill up fast!

Sign ups begin October 15. To sign up you must contact In and Out Photo directly at 770-889-7305.

You will receive your CD of photos before you leave that day. You will be able to use the CD to print your own pictures. Total Cost: $80 paid to In and Out Photos.

These are the dates that will be available here at the Lodge:

Saturday, November 14 and Sunday, November 15

**Additional times can be added if there is a demand. Please contact In and Out for available times. Time slots are first come first serve so please sign up early!

In and Out will be implanting new safety measure for this year’s event. Santa’s suit will be sprayed with alcohol based cleaner between each session. For those that are not comfortable sitting on Santa’s lap, there will be some great options for you as well to still be able to capture a great photo with Santa!

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PET NEWS

Tips for an Enjoyable Dog Walk!

We all know it’s a great idea to take your dog for a walk at least once a day, yet studies show that 20% do not walk them every day. If you have a little extra time, try to make this a habit even if you don’t go very far.

Walks are greatly beneficial to you both!

Here are a few tips to help make your walks a bit more enjoyable LET THEM SNIFF! Did you know your pup’s walks are more than physical?

This is usually the only time they get out to explore the world each day. Give them a little extra time to sniff around. I must admit, this can often drive me crazy, but even if you don’t want to stop every 5 seconds, just decide which areas are appropriate and safe for them to explore.

Those smells provide him with stimulation and information. It’s their way of keeping track of what’s going on in the neighborhood! And you would be surprised at how exhausting a nice “sniffer” walk can be to your dog compared to a brisk 15 minute one with no sniff breaks. We often just focus on the physical aspect of the walk, but keep in mind that extra mental stimulation is important too.

Some scientists argue that we’re doing a disservice to our animals by not acknowledging the importance of smell for their well-being.

BEST NOT TO USE RETRACTABLE LEASH Retractable leashes cause unnecessary hazards compared to traditional leashes.

The length of most retractable leashes makes it difficult to maintain control of your pup especially in high traffic areas.

They can easily run into the street and these leashes are hard to reel in! And the locks are known to disengage causing injuries to dogs and owners. Grabbing onto the leash itself can cause severe burns. And when he reaches the end of the leash, that sudden jerk can cause you to fall and cause serious injury to your pup.

If your pup already pulls when walking, it will only worsen.

It’s as if he is being rewarded with more freedom every

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time he pulls. Retractable leashes are a poor choice for normal walks, but in certain situations (like the beach or potty breaks) they are convenient. Just keep your normal leash handy when walking him in a traffic area.

BRING PLENTY OF WATER If walking more than 30 minutes or out in hot weather, bring plenty of water for your dog. Pups have a harder time regulating their temperature than we do and it’s easy for them to overheat. And since dogs sweat through panting, they can easily become dehydrated during exercise especially in warm weather.

MAKE SURE PUPS HAVE PROPER IDENTIFICATION I.D. tags are extremely important and make sure they are up to date. Personalized collars with your phone number are a great idea. Getting a chip is very important as well.

BEWARE OF HOT PAVEMENT Best way to see if the pavement is too hot - place your hand or bare foot on the pavement for 5 seconds. If it’s too hot for your skin, it’s too hot for pup’s paws! This can actually cause injury to his feet.

TAKE TREATS If your pup is easily distracted, take along a treat or two.

For some dogs, a distraction can become a major event.

Beware of other dogs because not all pups are “dog friendly”. Just because your baby is sweet does not mean others are the same. You can ask permission before approaching another dog or simply walk on the other side of the street.

In my job as a personal pet sitter, I am ALWAYS overly cautious with my client’s pups and immediately move to the other side of the street giving others plenty of space.

ALWAYS PICK UP POOP We say this over and over, but many needing reminding again. Keep a poop bag tied to your leash handle preparing you for the next walk. Picking up poop is more than just being a respectful neighbor. It can cause major concerns to humans and to pets alike. It may easily contain harmful organisms such as giardia, E Coli, roundworms, hookworms and salmonella that can spread to other animals and humans. And besides, who really wants to step in poop in their yard! No one!!

Time to take my dog for a walk! Happy Walking!

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Yard of the Month Congratulations to Twilley Family at 2825 Gunnersbury Court for winning the Yard of the Month for August!

The Sherry and Co Real Estate Team will be placing a sign in your yard that you can proudly display to your neighbors! They will also receive a Home Depot gift card courtesy from the Sherry and Co Real Estate Team!

As one of the most prestigious neighborhoods in Forsyth County, we are all dedicated to improving the quality of living and appearance of our community! We encourage everyone to take pride in their homes and neighborhood! Start getting your yards ready for the month of June! A new winner will be announced again next month!

Lodge & Fitness Center The Fitness Center was re-opened in June on a limited basis. We are glad to announce that we have been able to open the gym back to its full operations. 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.

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NEWS FROM THE FORSYTH COUNTY CHAMBER

Forsyth Chamber and UNG Partner to Support Local Businesses

The Forsyth County Chamber and the University of North Georgia (UNG) have joined forces to provide pro bono consultations to Forsyth County businesses in a new initiative called Profs for FoCo. Profs for FoCo aims to help business owners and their management staff navigate the constant and changing challenges of doing business in this time.

The program matches a UNG Mike Cottrell College of Business faculty member with a business leader for short consulting appointments. These conversations aim to address each business’ most critical needs- all at no charge.

At this time, more than twenty professors have signed on to the program with areas of expertise ranging from digital communication to small business financing.

“The Mike Cottrell College of Business is uniquely positioned to serve as a resource for businesses in our region and beyond,” according to Dr. Mary Gowan, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Dean of the College. “In fact, in the midst of the uncertainty faced by so many for profit and not-for-profit organizations around us, we believe that it is our responsibility to share our expertise in ways that will help these organizations navigate their way forward.

Doing so creates a win-win situation for our region and opens doors for further engagement with the college.”

UNG is one of Georgia’s largest public universities.

With more than 100 programs of study, it was ranked one of the top 25 public universities in the South by the U.S. News & World Report.

“Profs for FoCo clearly demonstrates the level of partnership that exists between Forsyth County’s educational institutions and the private business sector,” commented James McCoy, President & CEO of the Forsyth County Chamber. “We are excited to elevate this partnership to a new level with this program.”

The Chamber’s mission is to advance positive business growth and community partnerships to promote a superior quality of life in Forsyth County.

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For more information about the Profs for FoCo program and/or to set up an appointment, please visit ww.profsforfoco.org or e-mail the Forsyth County Chamber’s Vice President of Community Engagement, Laura Stewart, at lstewart@focochamber.org.

Chamber Leader Selected for National Economic Recovery Fellowship Laura Stewart, Vice President of Community Engagement at the Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce, has been selected by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) to study economic recovery and resilience strategies with 41 other Chamber of Commerce professionals from communities throughout the United States.

The Fellowship for Economic Recovery is an immersive executive development program that provides Chamber of Commerce professionals with education and tools to improve the post-COVID-19 pandemic outcomes in the communities they serve.

“This is a tremendous honor for our community and our Chamber,” said James McCoy, President and CEO of the Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce.

“Laura Stewart’s leadership has earned this national recognition by our peers. The Chamber and Forsyth County are fortunate to have her talent and skill working to build our local economy.”

Throughout the year-long Fellowship for Economic Recovery, participants focus on addressing different aspects of economic recovery from education and talent to economic development to entrepreneurship.

The curriculum will focus on strategies for building more equitable economic outcomes and creating economies that work for everyone.

“We have been overwhelmed by the enthusiastic response to this executive leadership training initiative and the high caliber of applicants,” said ACCE President Sheree Ann Kelly. Speaking on the need for businesses to engage in economic recovery activities, Kelly says her organization assists its members through various learning opportunities and best practice sharing. “This

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latest step in our strategy to engage business leaders and advocates in shaping recovery efforts, building resilient local economies and creating opportunities for everyone in the community to thrive.”

ACCE’s Fellowship for Economic Recovery is designed to help Chambers refine their economic recovery goals and ultimately help the business associations nationwide build replicable programs and processes. Leaders selected to participate in the Fellowship represent urban and rural communities from 24 states.

The Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, founded in 1914, serves more than 7,500 chamber of commerce professionals, and 1,300 chambers of commerce or similar organizations, around the world. ACCE’s members come from nearly each of the largest 100 metropolitan regions in the United States. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, the mission of ACCE is to support chamber professionals so they can lead their communities. Learn more about the organization by visiting www.ACCE.org.

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Coming to FoCo – the Together4FOCO Expo!

The Chamber’s mission is and always has been to advance positive business growth and community partnerships to promote a superior quality of life in Forsyth County. This mission is the same no matter the circumstance and it is our pleasure to work toward this mission no matter the season. The Chamber’s Together4FOCO initiative (a response to the 2020 global health crisis) was designed to keep all of Forsyth County connected and allow our local economy to recover quickly.

The community can continue to support Together4FOCO by participating in a new, exciting opportunity- the Together4FOCO Expo. This virtual event is a place to celebrate our community’s resiliency.

It’s a space to facilitate interactions between Forsyth County’s residents and local businesses to support each other safely.

This multi-day virtual event is presented by Forsyth County News and includes many opportunities for families to learn about their community at no cost and have access to a new type of activity- even in the days of many cancellations! To stay up to date on all of the exciting elements of the Together4FOCO Expo, join the Together4FOCO Facebook group.

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