castlefield newsletter april 2013
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WELCOME HOME CASTLEFIELD RESIDENTS!
Did You Know?
The covenant has changed on the fencing rules! You are
now able to move your fence up to enclose the side access
door. This is only allowed on the side of the home with the
door.
There is a plan for the empty land behind the millstone
theatre? To see the plans check out our neighborhood
Facebook page.
The lights in the neighborhood are owned by the electric
company, if you have any concerns or see issues please
contact them and they will come out right away and
correct the issue. Progress Energy: 800.452.2777
April 2013 VOL #1 ISSUE #1
We’re here to help!
Jamie Bonn
Tabatha Pankey
Muhammad Bilal
SAVE THE DATE:
Our next homeowners meeting will be on
June 1st 10:00am – 12:00 at the Hope
Mills Library.
Please come on by. Let us know what you
think is going well and what you wish you
could improve. In order to be a powerful
voice we need as many homeowners
present as possible! Each meeting will
make this community a better, safer, and
more enjoyable place to live!
It’s finally here! Our very own community news-letter brought to you by your Homeowner association
members. Enjoy this first edition and feel free to comment and submit suggestions for future
newsletters.
Comments? Questions?
SPEED BUMPS
Due to the fact that the neighborhood sits on a private road, not owned by the homeowners or the city, the association has requested the owner to allow the community to place speed bumps at the entrance to the neighborhood. We were told that the owner will not allow this. We have also requested the owners’ presence at the meeting to discuss options. He will not attend. This doesn’t mean that we can’t make changes. There are options available to us that we should further discuss. You may have noticed signs up that the city has given us. We want to be sure and thank our local authorities for all they do to ensure our neighborhood remains safe.
The Pond
This is a serious concern for our children. We
have discussed our options for this land, and
there simply isn’t much we can do. This is
required to stay open until the builder has
completed construction in the area. We have
had signs placed by the pond to help awareness
but please be vigilant about not allowing
children to play in that specific location.
Spring Cleaning
We would like to encourage the entire community to get out
over the next 2 weeks and really clean up the space around
your home and your yard. Its spring and we have beautiful
things about to bloom. Many hands make light work so if
were all out with the same outcome in mind we will be ready
for spring in no time at all!
BEWARE:
Sneaky onions are popping up everywhere! They are weeds
and can be controlled with weed killer. This is best done in
spring before full bloom begins. Keep an eye out for new
growth to keep onions from taking over.
Do you know your neighbors?
We would like to get to know you.
Active Duty, Teachers, Stay at home parents, Special needs, Doctors,
Lawyers, Retirees, and Students are just a few of the occupations held by
the residence of our community. Knowing who our neighbors are can
really help with the security and safety of Castlefield. Be aware of your
surroundings and speak up if you see something unusual. Step out and
come to a function. We would love to get to know you and your family.
Like us On Facebook!
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Castlefield-
at-Millstone/561944573850108?ref=hl
MASTER DUES:
Did you know that we can control where this money goes?
We need your input at our next meeting!
Help us make choices that better the standard of living for everyone in the
community.
WELCOME HOME CASTLEFIELD RESIDENTS!
April 2013 VOL 1 ISSUE 1
Meeting Minutes:
Quarterly official homeowners
meetings VS. Yearly.
Fence options
Speed bumps
Where do our dues go?
Yard care/neighborhood clean-up
day
Empty pond/dangers
Block party
Knowing your neighbor
Newsletter ideas
New bus stop location
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April 2013 VOL 1 ISSUE 1
WELCOME HOME CASTLEFIELD RESIDENTS
The safety of our children is a top priority. Most
mornings our students are waiting in the dark at
a very busy intersection of the neighborhood.
Many times cars can be seen parked on both
sided of the street while waiting for the bus.
This congestion creates a hazard for our
children when cars are also attempting to leave
the neighborhood. The concern of cars driving
too fast, the congestion, and children moving to
and from cars has become a serious issue.
Because of this, talk of moving the bus stop has
begun. We are working to relocate the stop to
the open lot on the corner of Castlefield Lane.
We would like to create a place for students to
safely wait for the bus. Until the time we have
approval I would like to remind you that cars
should not block both sides of the street. If you
would like to wait please use the parking lot
across the street. Thank you for your support on
this issue.
Would you like to receive
emails and/or texts?
Please send your information to:
Jamie Bonn
You will be added to our contact list only
concerning issues and updates pertaining to
our community. Your information will
NOT be given out to any other parties. This
information will only be used for your
homeowners association.
A big Thank you goes out to: Tabatha! She has truly stepped up and made sure that we have a solid
grasp of our rights and our ability to change the things for the
community.
Hope Mills Fire and Police department! Thank you for helping us to
remain safe and arriving quickly when we have concerns.
All our residents that came to our last meeting! Without your input
and ideas Castlefield would become just another neighborhood instead
of a community where people want to live for a long time.
All the residents who will come to our next meeting! Thank you in
advance for helping us to better our community by giving us your time
and ideas.
BUS STOP:
Things We Think You Would Enjoy! Let us know if you’re interested!
Would you like to participate in a community yard sale?
How about becoming a part of a community watch program?
Would you like to see more community block parties?
Should we create a Meet and Greet committee for newcomers in the
neighborhood?
Do you have any services that you think could benefit the neighborhood?
Submit your business card/information via email to
Would you like to see a suggestion box in the neighborhood where you
can submit your ideas and or concerns?