Set your thermostat at 78 in

the summer. For every

degree lower (than 78) you

set the thermostat, you can

expect a 3-5% increase in

energy use.

Page 1 Famous Birthdays

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Page 3 Savannah Events

Page 4 Resident Referral

Page 5 Recipes &

Reminders

Property Manager: Lesha Thrift Service Manager: Rick Widmer

Leasing Specialist: Sharia Osborne

Colonial Village at Marsh Cove Staff

Around Town... Do you have a good neighbor? If so, nominate them for the good neighbor award! Visit www.savannahga.gov for more info!

Residents are nominated by their peers and the award recipients will be chosen from those submissions by a committee. The Good Neighbor Award recognizes the ongoing efforts of Savannah residents who are making exceptional contributions to their neighborhoods. The program is designed to honor those who make a difference in the community without seeking or receiving recognition for their efforts. All nominees must: · Be a resident of the City of Savannah · Have made significant contributions to their neighborhoods or to Savannah. · Have demonstrated their efforts beyond the scope of citizen responsibilities · Have demonstrated concern for their neighborhood’s well-being or overall quality of life for the City of Savannah · Not be employed by the City of Savannah

Do you have a child that is interested in getting involved with our local government?

The Savannah Youth Council is composed of a di-verse group of 8th grade students, the Savannah Youth Council is a result of the Mayor and Alder-men’s vision to provide a support system which will encourage young people to expand, develop, and grow toward a successful and productive future. The Youth Council provides members with leadership op-portunities and knowledge of local government. Sa-vannah Youth Council has been in existence since 2004.

It is the mission of the Savannah Youth Council to provide local youth with the experience of working with city government while obtaining a sense of civic responsibility as well as the opportunity to develop and demonstrate leadership skills.

Applications are now being accepted from rising 8th graders for the 2012-2013 school year. Download your application from www.savannahga.gov and mail it to City of Savannah Public Information ATTN: Carliss Bates P.O. Box 1027 Savannah, GA 31402

MAY 3-7: Savannah Tall Ships Challenge on Savan-nah Riverfront on River Street and Hutchin-son Island Esplanade. Tickets $20-$50, with discounts available for children and the mili-tary. The Savannah Tall Ships Challenge is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that awaits you and your family, 14 of the most majestic tall ships the world has to offer. Visitors will be able to view all the ships, board many and even enjoy sailing excursions aboard some

of the tall ships. SavannahTallShipsChallenge.com.

MAY 5: Paint Tybee Pink! Come enjoy an afternoon into evening 10K walk in the beautiful city of Tybee Island Georgia (5k option available as well). We will have a Sunset Ceremony at

Fisherman’s Walk pier, then each walker will receive a pink glow stick and will travel the last mile along the beach (optional). We will then finish at the Tybee Pier and Pavilion

with a Celebration of Life Party complete with TropRock artist Jim Asbell playing on the

Pier! $50 registration fee with no fund raising minimum or anyone who raises at least $500 will get their registration fee waived! Pro-ceeds to benefit LibLines Breast Cancer

Fund at the Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson

Tasty Cinco de Mayo Chicken Tacos

1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1/2 cup minced onion, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 Serrano chili, minced, 1/2 cup tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 3 1/2 cups shredded, cooked chicken, & 12 flour tortillas Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and chili and sauté until the onion has softened, about 6 minutes. Add the tomato sauce, cumin, and salt and continue to cook for one more minute. Add the chicken and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Taste, and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve in tortillas with toppings of your choice. Makes about 3 1/2 cups.

Upon renewing your lease, please renew your Renter’s Insurance as well.

A 60 day written notice to vacate is required prior to your lease end date. Once your lease is month

to month you are only required to provide a 30 day written notice to vacate. Those receiving and

wishing to use military orders to terminate their lease should contact the leasing office for details

regarding their notice.

Do not park in unauthorized spaces. It is a fire hazard and emergency vehicles need to be able to

easily pass. Any vehicle that is parked in an unauthorized parking space, outside of a standard

parking space, or is blocking a car from being able to exit a parking space, will be towed.

Colonial Properties Trust and the City of Savannah prohibit the storage of barbeque, propane, and

electric grills on patios, balconies, or anywhere on the property.

NEW Payment Options Available: If you would like more information, please contact the office to

receive your Resident ID number and account information. This must be used when using these

options.

Pick up after your dog when you are out for walks. We have pet stations throughout the property for

your convenience. If it is discovered that you are not cleaning up after your pet, you will be subject

to a fine.

June Lease Expirations: If you have not yet renewed your lease

please contact the leasing office BEFORE 5/31/12 or MTM fees will apply on

your June’s rent.

July Lease Expirations:

If your lease expires in July and you are not planning on renewing your lease, a 60 day written notice is required.

Thank you.