Community Newsletter
Congratulations on your incredible achievements! We celebrate all of the graduates in the community along with your family and friends. Cheers to your success!
ABOUT THE WATER WHEEL MAGAZINE
The Water Wheel Magazine is provided at no cost to our Community and is printed and mailed to each resident from advertising profits. Support the advertisers who make this newsletter a possibility for each resident every quarter. If you would like to contribute to its contents, please contact Ruth Banford (ruth.banford@fsresidential.com)
IMPORTANT CONTACT INFORMATION
Ruth Banford, Community Manager
3400 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 1700
Atlanta, GA 30326
ruth.banford@fsresidential.com
Direct: (678) 780-2084
Carolyn O’Camb, Administration Assistant carolyn.o’camb@fsresidential.com
We love our community!
If you have any creative ideas for our community, we would love to hear from you!
Safety in our Community
As we would all like to keep Mundy Mill safe. There are a few things that you can do as a part of the community.
Street Light Outages
If you see a street light out, it is a simple fix. Jackson EMC has a hotline to report street light outages. Simply get the number off of the pole that is out and call (770) 536-2415. They will take the information and then dispatch someone to come and fix the light.
Known thefts or suspicious activity
Call the Police! We do have police patrolling the community. However, the patrols will increase if there are reports of known thefts or suspicious activity.
FirstService Important Contacts
Customer Service: (866) 378-1099 or (877) 411-1165
ClickPay: (888) 354-0135
If you need information regarding your home
Chafin Sales Office: (678)465-7250
A Message from the Manager...
What a great time of year it is!
It’s that time of year again… Clean up from the winter and What a great time of year it is!
Summer, the warmest season, is a time of long, sunny days and shorter nights, perfect for outdoor activities like swimming, hiking, and picnics. People often enjoy vacations and relax during summer, and it’s important to stay hydrated and use sunscreen to protect against the heat. Summer is also a season of vibrant colors in nature, with blooming flowers and lush greenery.
Need an excuse to get out of the house? Research continues to show that being outside and experiencing nature can improve our mental health and increase our ability to focus.
Many of us are in front of a screen for much of our day — whether that be a computer, TV, or smartphone. As a result, we spend less time outside experiencing the natural world. Here are some reasons why we all can benefit from taking a nature break.
There are some positive health impacts related to getting outdoors. They include the following:
• People who live near parks and green spaces have less mental distress, are more physically active, and have longer life spans.
• Exposure to nature may decrease death from chronic disease.
• When people exercise outdoors in nature, they do so for longer periods of time and at greater intensities.
Positive health effects are enhanced when green space includes water. Lake Lanier is close by and is a great place to get out and into nature.
If you have a busy schedule and don’t have much time to get outside, these may help you get a quick nature fix:
• 5 minutes: Stand outside with the sun on your face or take off your shoes to feel the grass in between your toes. If the weather isn’t great, take a few minutes to gaze out a window at the scenery outside.
• 25 minutes: Go out for a stroll and take some deep breaths. You could even eat your lunch outside or take a phone call or meeting outdoors.
Whatever it is that makes you happy, go out and do it! You deserve it!
ATTENTION! We’re lucky to have an incredibly talented artist right here in our community! If you’re looking for a custom painting, be sure to reach out to John Brady! (Boatfixer0625@gmail.com)!
John painted this stunning portrait of one of our protected trees near Brayden Drive!
Electricity: Jackson EMC - 770-536-2415 or
Home Security: EMC Security – 770-963-0305
CONTACT NUMBERS
ADT – (800) 716-3640
CONTACT NUMBERS
Gas Providers:
CONTACT NUMBERS
UTILITY INFORMATION:
Electricity:
Jackson EMC.......770-536-2415 or www.jacksonemc.com
Georgia Power................................................1-888-660-5890
Home Security:
EMC Security......................................................770-963-0305
ADT....................................................................(800) 716-3640
Gas Providers:
Liberty Utilities......855-216-6305 or www.libertyutilities.com
Atlanta Gas Light...............................................800-427-5463
Constellation.......................................................855-781-8702
Georgia Natural Gas........................................770-850-6200
Water and Sewer:
City of Gainesville..............................................770-535-6878
Internet, telephone, cable TV providers:
Comcast (Xfinity)..............................................800-934-6489
AT&T..................................................................(855) 293-7676
Spectrum............................................................855-860-9068
Gainesville Solid Waste & Recycling: 770-532-0493
Planning a trip this summer?
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Liberty Utilities – 855-216-6305
www.libertyutilities.com
Georgia Dept of Driver Services: 678-413-8500
Atlanta Gas Light – 800-427-5463
Hall County School System: 770-534-1080
Constellation – 855-781-8702
Hall County Library.............................................770-532-3311
Georgia Natural Gas – 770-850-6200
Hall County Animal Control: 770-531-6829
Sheriff’s Office:..................770-531-6900 & 770-538-2437
Water and Sewer: City of Gainesville – 770-535-6878
Tag Office: 770-531-6950
Internet, telephone, cable TV providers: Comcast (Xfinity) 855-860-9068
Senior Center: 770-503-3331
Legacy Link:........................................................770-538-2751
AT&T (855) 293-7676
Spectrum 855-860-
Hall Area Transit | We Go: 770-503-3333 EXT 2 Healthcare: Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) 770-219-9000
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ARCHITECTURAL MODIFICATION REQUESTS (ARC)
Does your home need some work?
Are you thinking about renovating?
... Not sure if your project needs approval?
Most exterior projects that are performed to a home or lot require prior approval from the Association. You should contact your management team with any questions you might have.
As a reminder, the ARC process is outlined below. Article 6.2 Guidelines and Procedures in your Covenants Please read over the Guidelines and Procedures in your Covenants
Process
• Complete Architectural Modification Form
• Gather required supporting documentation and photos (including your survey/plat of your property)
• Submit Application and supporting documentation to the Property Manager or Assistant—PLEASE NOTE THE DATE RECEIVED BY THE PROPERTY MANAGER MAY DIFFER FROM THE DATE YOU PUT ON THE ARCHITECHTURAL MODIFICATION FORM.
• Applications should be submitted at least 45 days before your start date for your project
The application can be obtained on the Mundy Mill Web Portal or you can request a copy of the application from Ruth Banford or Carolyn O’Camb.
FREQUENT VIOLATION REMINDERS
We understand that no one wants to receive those pesky violation letters! The most frequent violations that can be easily avoided are:
•TRASH CANS Trash cans and Recycling cans must be stored out of view from the street or neighboring properties. Also, they should only be put out at the curb no earlier than 5:00 pm the day before pick up and put away no later than 9:00 pm the day of pickup. Plastic bags are not permitted and should be put in a trash can. Structures on the side of the home to hide trash cans are NOT permitted;
•EXTERIOR OF HOME Please keep your property in a clean, wellkept manner (yard tools, debris etc. should be removed promptly). This is including the rear of your home when your yard is visible from any street or neighboring property. The exterior of your home (including the roof) should not have any rotting wood, missing shutters, peeling paint, mold or any other unsightly conditions. Fences should be well maintained and stained;
•LAWNS Please ensure that your lawn has been properly treated for weeds and fertilized; lawn maintenance should occur on a regular basis and your lawn and landscape beds should be free of weeds and grass and enough pine straw or mulch should be installed at least twice per year;
•VEHICLES AND PARKING ******* Vehicles must be parked in garages or driveways and may not be parked elsewhere on
the property. There is no parking on the streets. Unlicensed or inoperable vehicles are considered a nuisance and must be removed. COMMERCIAL VEHICLES ARE NOT PERMITTED
•YARD SIGNS Yard signs are not permitted unless otherwise authorized by the HOA. If you have a contractor working on your home, please make sure they do not place a sign in your yard. Signs without approval accrues a $150 fine directly to your account.
•PETS All pets should be leashed and accompanied by the owner when outside a home and shall not be allowed to become a nuisance by barking or other acts. Owners must ALWAYS clean up after their pets.
•ARCHITECTURAL MODIFICATIONS Please submit a modification request for any changes to the exterior of your home. Requests should be submitted 45 days before the start date of your project.
•RENTAL OF HOMES Please submit a copy of a current lease, names, e-mail addresses and cell phone numbers of each adult living in the home. Please also supply the new billing address for the owner of the home.
UPCOMING EVENTS
FANTASTIC FOURTH CELEBRATION
July 1 – 3 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
July 4 – 6 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
July 7 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Stone Mountain Park | 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd. Stone Mountain, Ga 30083
4th OF JULY WEEKEND CELEBRATION
July 4—July 5 | 7:00—10:00 PM
Fireworks at 9:30 PM
Margaritaville at Lanier Islands 7650 Lanier Islands Pkwy. | Buford, Ga 30518
FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS are rockin’ all summer long!
July 18th from 5-9 PM
Third Friday of every month in the summer.
Lake Lanier Olympic Park | 3105 Clarks Bridge Road Gainesville, GA 30506
SUNFLOWERS & SELFIES
Saturday, Aug 2 & Sunday, Aug 3 10:00 AM—3:00 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park | 61 Tsalaki Trail Helen, GA 30545
2025 GEORGIA MOUNTAIN FAIR
August 15th-August 23rd 1311 Music Hall Road | Hiawassee, Ga 30546
ARTS IN THE HEART OF AUGUSTA FESTIVAL
Sept 19th— Sept 21st 800-802 Broad St, Augusta, GA 30901
OUR SOCIAL COMMITTEEFEATURING OUR VERY OWN ASSOCIATION ADMINISTRATOR - CAROLYN O’CAMB THE EASTER BUNNY!
Recipe Corner HAMBURGER SOUP
By Ree Drummond
IngredIents
• 2 1/2 lb. ground chuck
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 14 oz. can whole tomatoes
• 3 cups beef stock or beef broth, plus More as needed.
• 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
• 4 carrots, peeled and sliced on the diagonal
• 5 red potatoes, cut into chunks
• 3 Tbsp. tomato paste
• 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, more to taste
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper, more to taste
• 2 tsp. dried parsley flakes
• 1/2 tsp. ground oregano
• 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper, more to taste
InstructIons
1. Brown the meat with the onion, celery, and garlic in a large pot over medium-high heat. Remove the pot from the heat and drain off as much fat as you can. (Discard the fat once it cools.)
2. Return the pot to the heat and add the rest of the ingredients: whole tomatoes, beef stock or broth, bell peppers, carrots, red potatoes, tomato paste, salt, pepper, and spices. Stir to combine, then bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, then cover the pot and simmer the soup for 15 to 20 minutes more, until potatoes are tender but not overly mushy.
3. Taste and adjust the seasonings, adding more salt if needed.
CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER PIE
By Ree Drummond
IngredIents FOR THE CRUST:
• 25 chocolate sandwich cookies, such as Oreos
• 5 Tbsp. salted butter, melted FOR THE FILLING:
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
• 8 oz. whipped topping, such as Cool Whip, thawed
InstructIons
1. For the crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Place the cookies in the bowl of a large food processor. Process until finely crushed, about 1
minute. Transfer to a bowl and pour the melted butter over top. Stir with a fork to combine. Press the Oreo mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a pie plate. Bake until set, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
3. For the filling: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat the peanut butter with the cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and beat until smooth. Add the thawed whipped topping and beat until smooth, scraping the sides as needed.
4. Pour the filling into the crust, evening out the top with a knife or spatula. Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.
April Winners
May Winners
June Winners
NeighborlyOffers
Mundy Mill is a community of families. If you have a particular job or certain skill that you can offer at a discounted rate to your community neighbors, we’d love to know what it is and advertise it in our newsletter. The following categories are:
*Babysitting *Care Giver—Experienced *Tutoring Service *Music Lessons *General Yard Maintenance
“Health and Wellness”
Esthefany Rodriguez (201)844-3055
https://retail.totallifechanges.com/Esthefanyrodriguezc
Computer Services & Training
Krisanna Spinato, spinatoltd626@gmail.com
MaryKay Beauty Consultant
Michelle Mackenzie
Free Facials and Complimentary Custom Makeovers
Customized Skincare, Personal and Corporate Gift Giving Services
706.974.8199
www.marykay.com/michellemackenzie www.facebook.com/groups/263144366368573/?ref =share
J. C. O handyman Services (10 years of experience)
Jorge Cisneros, Cel: 678-517-7209
Bereavement Meals
Anna Boyne, 404-376-8686, annadell@icloud.com
Power Washing
Jim Jochum, jimjoch@aol.com
Photo Booth Services
Devualtra Reid, 4evermomentsphotobooth.com
Lux Lab Barbershop
3756 Atlanta Hwy, Suite C Flowery Branch Ga 30542
Angel Velazquez Luisavela05@gmail.com 770-539-5153
Instagram: Luxlab_barber
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 8am to 6pm Men’s, Seniors and Kids cuts 4yrs+
I’m Your Chauffer
Door-to-Door Airport Service
Richard Collfax (901)277-4466
Beaus Pro Painting 678-308-5495, beauthomoson@live.com
NexGen Living TV Mounting and Home Theaters 404-910-3001, Nexgenliving.us@gmail.com
Fence Staining
Kilmer Calderon 678-697-0766
Mr. Ruiz
Quick Clean Up +1(678)478-9703
WANT TO PLACE YOUR SERVICES HERE?
Contact Ruth Banford at ruth.banford@fsresidential.com.
GAINESVILLE, GA
GAINESVILLE, GA
2025 HOLIDAY SANITATION SCHEDULE
2025 HOLIDAY SANITATION SCHEDULE
2025 HOLIDAY SCHEDULE “GARBAGE AND RECYCLING”
Labor Day Sept. 1, 2025
2, 2025 Sept. 3, 2025
4, 2025 Sept. 5, 2025
There is no Garbage/Recycling collection on Thursday, September 4, 2025. Therefore you should put your trash out on Thursday night for Friday, September 5, 2025 pickup.
Dogs must be on a leash at all times and accompanied when outside.
Remember to pick up after them and keep them hydrated!
Dogs must be on a leash at all times and accompanied when outside.
When walking your dog in the summer, always keep in mind… If your feet are hot on the pavement, your dogs feet are just as hot. Please be mindful of paws getting burned on the hot cement.
Remember to pick up after them and keep them hydrated! When walking your dog in the summer, always keep in mind … If your feet are hot on the pavement, your dogs feet are just as hot. Please be mindful of paws getting burned on the hot cement.
Dogs must be on a leash at all times and accompanied when outside. Remember to pick up after them and keep them hydrated!
When walking your dog in the summer, always keep in mind … If your feet are hot on the pavement, your dogs feet are just as hot. Please be mindful of paws getting burned on the hot cement.
SHINES A LIGHT. IMAGINE IF WE COULD DO MORE.
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