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DEER TRACKSDEER TRACKSSUMMER 2020
NEIGHBORHOOD SECURITYSECURITY GUARD POST
270-3369Cell Phone 296-9606
MONTGOMERY POLICE...911FIRE DEPARTMENT...911
Information Center Hours:Monday-Friday
1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.
Saturday1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.
LOST AND FOUNDHave you lost or found something at Deer Creek? If so, please contact the
Information Center at 270-3337.
DEER CREEK HOA PRESIDENT’S MES-SAGE SPRING 2020
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8925 Deer Creek Blvd. • Montgomery, Alabama 36117 • (334) 270-3337 • www.deercreekhomeowners.net
Greetings Deer Creek Neighbors!
We hope that each and every one of you is doing well and taking steps to remain safe.
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our lives in ways that were unforeseen just a few months ago. However, along with the incon-veniences and special precautions that have become ordinary, we have also seen some unexpected benefits. Many families are spending more time together and bonding in new ways. It seems as if walkers, joggers, and cyclists are circling the Deer Creek “loop” at an all-time high. Perhaps these in-creased levels of activity will remain in place after the pandemic is long behind us. If you are among the people putting in more exercise, you have probably noticed one of the main projects of your Homeowners Association (HOA) Board of Directors: improvements to the sidewalks that make up the “loop”. Crews have filled in gaping holes and smoothed uneven portions. Even with the upgrades, it is still important to be mind-
Deer Creek Independence Day
DUE TO THE COVID 19, THIS EVENT MIGHT BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. WE WILL KEEP YOU INFORMED.
Come join us at the Pool for music
and food!
ICE CREAM SOCIALWhen: Tuesday, June 23rd
12:00-2:00pmWhere: Deer Creek Swimming Pool
All Deer Creek neighbors are invited to join usas we welcome our NEW MILITARY RESIDENTS!Come and enjoy delicious ice cream and toppingswith your neighbors and Deer Creek lifeguards!
DUE TO THE COVID 19, THIS EVENT MIGHT BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. WE WILL KEEP YOU INFORMED.
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ful and attentive when out for a walk, jog, or ride.
This is also a good opportunity to embrace the importance of courtesy and caution as more of us are outside enjoying the great outdoors. If riding a bicycle and approaching pedestrians, please slow down to ensure safety. If approaching walkers from behind, please alert them to your presence rather than zooming by unannounced. These are words of advice to share with our younger riders too.
Another key project was the demolition of an eyesore house that although it was not on Deer Creek property, was nevertheless a nuisance to our community. We owe tremendous gratitude to Montgomery City Councilman Glenn Pruitt, whose guidance and support allowed this project to meet with success. The Board moved purposefully and methodically to ensure each step of the demolition was executed legally and properly. We thank our Marston neighbors for their patience.
The record cold temperatures of Mother’s Day weekend provided a refreshing extension of the spring… but the heat and humidity of the summer lie ahead. We are closely monitoring guidelines from Governor Kay Ivey and the City of Montgomery to determine what is permissible. We hope the pandemic has only a minimal impact on the swimming pool season. We are also optimistic that the exercise room and playground will be back to normal (if they have not already reopened while this newsletter is going to print).
Finally, a huge “thank you” goes out to the professionals who staff the Deer Creek office. Abby, Tammy, and Cierra maintained office hours throughout the pandemic to tend to Deer Creek affairs and resident concerns. Our thanks also go to everyone in the community for their patience and understanding during these unusual times. Please remember to check theDeer Creek webpage for the latest developments and to share any comments with your pod representative. Have a great summer and stay safe!KayMarie Briddell President, Deer Creek HOA
HomeownersAssociation Dues Deer Creek Homeowners Association (HOA)
Annual Dues will be billed semi-annually for January – June 2020 and for July – December 2020.
January invoices will be mailed in early January and are delinquent if payment is not
received by January 31st.July invoices will be mailed in early July and
are delinquent if payment is not received by July 31st.
Attorney fees will be assessed on all delinquent accounts.
To better serve Deer Creek Homeowners, please mail your check or money order to:
Deer Creek HOA8925 Deer Creek Blvd
Montgomery, AL 36117
Make the check or money order payable to: Deer Creek HOA
Please make sure to note the Deer Creek address in the check/money order
Payments may be mailed or placed in the drop boxes, which are located outside of the Information
Center door or island near the drive through.
The Homeowners’ Association is enforcing all rights and remedies allowed for the collection of delinquent dues. To avoid finance charges,
attorney’s fees and other collection enforcements, dues should be paid in a timely manner. If you have any questions regarding Homeowners’ Association
dues, please contact the Information Center at 270-3337.
Love Your Dog,Leash Your Dog
We love dogs—we really do. That’s why the associa-tion is committed to enforcing the City of Montgom-ery leash law on association property. According to the U.S. Humane Society, an unleashed dog has an average life span of less than four years. Allowing your dog to run free threatens your dog’s health and welfare and the happiness it brings to you. We also love our community. That’s another reason the association is committed to enforcing the City of Montgomery leash law—so all residents may enjoy our community. We trust we can count on you for voluntary compliance with the leash law. We don’t like to call animal control, but we won’t have any choice if your dog is running free and a threat to others.
Leash LawPlease note that the City of Montgomery honors a
leash law and any dogs that are not on a leash may be picked up by the City of Montgomery’s Animal Control/Humane Society. If you need assistance
with an animal, you can contact Animal Control/Hu-mane Society at 409-0622 ext.213 or through MPD
at 241-2651.
Need a new mailbox, or is the mailbox pole at your residence beginning to fade? No need to worry – the Deer Creek Architectural Review Committee has ap-proved a nice, moderately priced replacement mailbox that is available for purchase at your local Home Depot or Lowes stores. Below are the specifications for the mailbox, brass numbers and the pole paint color.
Deer Creek Mailbox:• Solar Group Classic Premium Steel Mailbox/Elite
Standard Galvanized Steel Post-mount Mailbox in Black #E1100B00
• Available at Home Depot: Home Depot’s Item #442034
Standard Size – Satin BlackDeer Creek Brass Numbers for Mailbox: Require riveting to the mailbox doorTwo (2) Inch Brass Numbers Now Available at: • RPM Hardware at rpmhardware.comPhone 1-877-888-5904Item #MP2-605
• Teddye Gandy at (334) 223-4891 or email at [email protected] (call for quote). New mail-box…$90
• Mark Schultz at (334) 467-7604 or email at [email protected]
New mailbox with new brass numbers installed…$105
Deer Creek Mailbox Pole Paint: You can take the color codes shown below to Lowes or Home Depot and they will mix the custom color to match for 1 QUART size can.
Lowes: Valspar, Oil Gloss Enamel, Anti-rust Armor, B 4-83062, 101-1Y28.5, 107-13, 113-1 Y6.5 Item# 83062
Home Depot: Behr, base: 3830, Oil Semi-gloss, CODE: 88315244656 OR Model# 383001 CLRNT BL DL KXL LL 0Z 0 0 0 1 384th 251 22 328 165
If you need assistance with installing a replacement mailbox, replacing numbers or painting the mailbox pole, you can call Doyle Bingham at 799-1018, Teddye Gandy at 223-4891, or Mark Schultz at 467-7604. If you prefer to use a different installer or if you decide to do the installation yourself, remember that the ARC Guidelines state: “Mailboxes must be uniform, as approved by the ARC. Mailboxes shall contain the street number, as approved by the ARC, but no fur-ther inscription, painting, ornaments, or artistry shall be allowed. Mailboxes must be properly maintained; remaining free of rust and damage.”
Deer Creek Mailboxes
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Your Curb Appeal ChecklistThe curb appeal of our community depends on each resident maintaining his or her property as completely as possible. For those who keep their homes and yards well maintained, the as-sociation thanks you for your efforts and good examples. We encourages all residents to pay particular attention to the follow-ing maintenance items.
Exterior paint. Paint is a quick and easy way to keep your property looking fresh, new and clean. It will also protect against corrosion, weathering and insects.
Landscaping. Landscaping is extremely important to our com-munity’s curb appeal. Please remove dead plants and branches. Keep shrubs properly pruned and flowers well-tended. Keep yards free of leaves and remove grass clippings.
Roofs. Please insure your roofs are properly maintained and cleaned.
Driveways and sidewalks. Please repair cracks, pitted or flak-ing surfaces and other concrete problems. Remove weeds from sidewalk joints and debris from driveways and sidewalks. Do not use driveways for storage or auto repairs.
Gutters and downspouts. Please keep them cleaned out to prevent overflowing and flooding.
Window boxes, awnings and decks. Please replace worn or damaged fixtures, check fittings for stability and paint all items at least bi-annually.
Thanks for keeping our community looking sharp.
Current HOA Board of DirectorsKayMarie Briddell - [email protected]
Van Free - Vice [email protected]
Yahnira Backus - [email protected]
Henry Davis - [email protected]
Thomas [email protected]
Darrell [email protected]
Mahmud [email protected]
Contact us:[email protected]
AssociationArchitectural Review
Although the Association may seem like Big Brother when you want to build a storage building, patio cover, new roof, or put up a fence, the Deer Creek Architectural Review Committee (ARC) program is actually a benefit – not a burden. The ARC Guide-lines are based on maintaining harmony throughout the overall
community, providing consideration for neighbors, and promoting high-quality construction practices.
The ARC Guidelines exists to maintain, protect, and enhance the value of your property, and it strives for a balance between
individual rights and the good of the entire community.
While Association Members have the biggest stake in property values, others are also very interested in seeing this community well maintained and looking its best. Builders’ reputations and
lenders’ financial support are closely connected to the community. Also, public officials have an interest in maintaining and enhanc-
ing the community since tax revenues depend on property values.
The office staff gives all new Members (new homeowner and ten-ant) the information about the ARC Guidelines during registration. If you cannot locate your copy or would like another copy, please
contact the Information Center or go to the Deer Creek Home-owners Association website at www.deercreekhomeowners.net.
Remember…All exterior additions and changes must be approved by the ARC prior to construction.
RECYCLE IN MONTGOMERYMontgomery Clean City Commission at 334-625-2175
Recycling Locations The following businesses accept Paper Products, Cardboard, Aluminum & Steel Cans, and all Plastics.
Mount Scrap Material(Accepts paper products, cardboard, aluminum & steel cans, and all plastics.)824 North Decatur Street(334) 262-6908
Capital Recycling3800 Mobile Highway(334) 530-8897
*You can also take your recycling on any 1st & 3rd Saturday trash pick-up day to the following
locations: Saturday Trash Pick-up Points
The locations below are open from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm on the first and third Saturday of each month for citizens of the City if
Montgomery.
may 2020Yard of the Month Selection
Deer Creek Pod Address Resident Abingdon 8913 Cotsworld Court Shavon Jackson & Marcus Jackson Alderwood 8817 Alderwood Way Albert & Stacey Lancaster Asheworth 8701 Morning Place Charles & Rebecca Brown Ashland Park Place 8836 Ashland PP Juanita German Autumnbrooke 8912 Autumnbrooke Way John & Vickie Raney Autumnbrooke Place 9184 Autumnbrooke Way Tarek Elbadawy Berrington 9117 Berrington Place Dennis & Jimmie Painter Carillion 8637 Carillion Place Mike & Renee McKnight Colleton 9401 Colleton Way Winston Hunt & Sue Thompson Dunlake 8873 Dunlake Drive Jimmy & Gerrie McGuff Glen Rose 8813 Glen Rose Way William & Patricia Haigler Grayson Grove 8281 Grayson Grove Kelly & Robin Burcham Greythorne 9454 Broadleaf Drive Thomas & Kathleen Baxter Hanston 9218 Hanston Place Vickie Wiswall Harrod Park 9279 Harrington Circle Stephen & Judy Christopher Helmsley 9301 Hoxton Court Lillington 8713 Lillington Circle Melvin & Peggy Holston Marston 9284 Marston Way Mason & Linda Brown Pemberton Park 8732 Pemberton Park Bethany Dyess Stoneridge 8987 Stoneridge Place Cary McMillan Wellston 9200 Stillforest Court David & Donna Hanning
Goodwyn Middle School, 209 Perry Hill RoadVaughn Road Elem. School, 4407 Vaughn Road
Morningview School 2849 Pelzer Ave.Bellingrath Middle School, 3488 S. Court St.
Dannelly Elem. School, Carter Hill RoadPeter Crump Elem. School, 3810 Woodley Road
Hayneville Road Elem. School, 3315 Hayneville RoadCramton Bowl, North Parking Lot
Sheridan Heights Comm. Center, 3501 Faro LaneHalcyon Elem. School, 1501 Parkview Dr.
Wares Ferry Road Elem. School, 6425 Wares Ferry RoadSouthlawn Middle School, 5533 Mobile Hwy.
NO liquid items acceptedNO Hazardous or Toxic waste will be accepted
First and Third Saturday Pick-up Points will take citizens recyclable items.
On second, forth, and fifth Saturday’s citizens of the City of Montgomery may take trash to the North Montgomery Landfill at 115 Division
Street between the hours of 9:00 am and noon. At these times it is free of charge for Citizens of Montgomery. Disposal Material must be acceptable at the Landfill, and the disposal material must come from the residence of the person wishing to dispose. We do not accept, at
any time, liquids. If a paint can/bucket are brought for disposal, there cannot be any liquid consistency in the can/bucket. Also, if a customer
brings in material on a Double Axle Trailer, there will be a charge for disposal. In addition, there will be a disposal charge for any commercial
material that is brought in.
For more information call the Dept. of Sanitation @ 334 241-2750
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Contact the Deer Creek Information Center at 270-3337or send an email to [email protected].
IMPORTANT NUMBERSDeer Creek Information Center 270-3337Humane Society 409-0622 ext. 213City Of Montgomery Sanitation Dept. 241-2751Non-Emergency Police 241-2651Alabama Power 1-800-888-2726Dixie Electric 1-888-349-4332Glen Pruitt, Jr. – City Councilman 272-7400Deer Creek Security 296-9606 Deer Creek Security –(Second Number) 334-648-2545WOW! Customer Service 365-1000City of Montgomery Maintenance Dept (curbs) 241-2880Montgomery Water Works 206-1600City of Montgomery Information 311Connect Alabama Health & Human Services 211
2020 Deer CreekCalendar of Events
Thursday, January 23 Quarterly Neighborhood Representative Meeting Wednesday, April 1 Pool Party Reservations begin Sunday, April 5 Easter Celebration CANCELLED Thursday, April 9 Swim Interest Party CANCELLED Thursday, April 23 Quarterly Neighborhood Representative Meeting Friday, April 24 Movie Night (Rain Date 05/08/20) CANCELLED Saturday, May 9 Spring Garage Sale TBD Friday, May 15 Standard Pool Hours begin TBD Tuesday, June 23 Ice Cream Social Thursday, July 9 Quarterly Neighborhood Representative Meeting Tuesday, August 4 National Night Out Sunday, August 9 Luau 6-8pm Friday, September 11 Food Drive Saturday, September 12 Food Drive Saturday, October 3 Fall Yard Sale Tuesday, October 6 Annual Individual Neighborhood Meetings Thursday, October 8 Annual Individual Neighborhood Meetings Monday, October 12 Annual Individual Neighborhood Meetings Tuesday, October 13 Annual Individual Neighborhood Meetings Thursday, October 15 Annual Individual Neighborhood Meetings Monday, October 19 Annual Individual Neighborhood Meetings Tuesday, October 20 Annual Individual Neighborhood Meetings Thursday, October 22 Fall Festival Tuesday, November 10 Neighborhood Representative Budget Meeting Tuesday, December 1 Board of Directors Budget Meeting Tuesday, December 8 Deer Creek Holiday Open House
Due to the COVID19, Deer Creek events will remain TBD To Be Determined
***Event dates are subject to change***
COMMUNITY CONCERNSThe Deer Creek Homeowners’ Association receives many calls and emails regarding pets. Below is a list of the most common
concerns. Dogs off Leash - The City of Montgomery requires all dogs to be leashed. Leashes must be used in the areas around the lakes, on
the roadways and walking trails and in any open spaces. There have been reports of loose dogs frightening children and scaring
and injuring the wildlife. Barking Dogs - Dogs that bark or howl constantly disrupt the quiet
and make it very unpleasant for neighbors. If you have a howling dog, please make an effort to keep it from disturbing neighbors.
Scoop the Poop - Please be courteous and take a pooper scoo-per and bag with you when you walk your pets. No one likes to
find a surprise left by a pet when they are walking on the grass or sidewalk. There are pet waste bags located throughout Deer Creek
for your convenience. Catting Around – Cats are not required to be leashed but are
trespassing when they enter another person’s property. Please be courteous to your neighbors and keep the cat at home.
For more information regarding the City of Montgomery’s rules and regula-tions regarding pets, please contact Animal Control/Humane Society at
409-0622 ext. 213
Deer Creek 2019-2020 Neighborhood RepresentativesThe Neighborhood Representatives serve as a liaison between the Members of the Association in their
neighborhoods and thte Officers and Directors of the Association. If you have any questions, concerns, or ideas about your neighborhood, please contact our Neighborhood Representative via email or telephone.
ABINGDONJeremy Hawk
8967 Abingdon Place(334) 220-1071
ALDERWOODJudy Derickson
8841 Alderwood Way(334) 220-5839
ASHEWORTHKathy Murphy
8631 Hearthstone Drive(334) 301-3884
ASHLAND PARKTondalaire Ashford
9005 Ashland Park Place(334) 207-4047
AUTUMNBROOKEContact the Information Center
AUTUMNBROOKE PLACERobert McBride
9161 Autumnbrooke Way(334) 414-8909
LILLINGTONRon Whetstone
8869 Lillington Circle(334) 301-5832
MARSTONContact the Information Center
PEMBERTON PARKJim Sadie
8833 Andress Court(205) 915-6455
STONERIDGELinda Pearson
8718 Ridgestone Court(334) 396-4748
WELLSTONGary Backus
8818 Wellston Place(334) 462-4635
HUMANE SOCIETYPROTOCAL
In accordance with an agreement made between the City of Montgomery and the Montgomery Humane
Society, the Humane Society will now provide Animal Control and Humane Officer Division services to both the City and County as a whole. The schedule of op-
erations is as follows:
Hours of Operation: 7 days a week 24/7.
There is a live dispatcher from 8am to 6pm, excluding federal holidays, at the Montgomery Humane Society
& Shelter, 334-409-0622 Ext. 213.
From 6pm to 8am, there is an assigned ON CALL Hu-mane Officer every day of the week. You may contact them through MPD at 334-241-2651 for calls in the city limits and through MCSO at 334-832-4980 Ext. 1 for out
of city limit calls.
PEDESTRIAN SAFETYBeautiful scenery surrounds the 2-mile walking trail in Deer Creek and we know it is hard to resist taking ad-
vantage of this amenity. However, it’s very important to use caution when walking. Follow these tips to insure
you have a safe and fun walk!
1. Always walk on the sidewalk. If there is no sidewalk and you have to walk in the road, ALWAYS walk
facing traffic so that you can see any car that might become out of control.
2. Dress to be seen. Brightly colored clothing makes it easier for drivers to see you during the daytime. At
night, you should wear special reflective material on your clothing so that you are easily seen by traffic.
3. Tips for Crossing the Street
• Cross only at corners or marked crosswalks.• Stop at the curb or the edge of the road. Look thor-
oughly to the left and right for traffic before you step into the street.
• Remember when crossing – walk, don’t run!
For more information on pedestrian safety, visitwww.nhtsa.org.
BERRINGTONHarry Truslow
9145 Berrington Place(318) 423-6408
CARILLIONChristine Dial-Benton
9325 Wrens Way(954) 536-8600
COLLETONJim Wuehler
9604 Colleton Place(334) 430-7918
DUNLAKEMary Lou Stevenson8861 Dunlake Drive
(334) [email protected]
GLEN ROSEKent Rose
8907 Glen Rose Way(334) 354-7170
GRAYSON GROVEDeVona Sims
8227 Grayson Grove(334) 517-8190
GREYTHORNEKathryn Ingram
9431 Bristlecone Drive(334) 277-4748
HANSTONEddie Flowers
9201 Hanston Place(334) 233-3428
HARROD PARKShirley Billups- Holmes
8731 Polo Ridge(334) 320-5073
HELMSLEYJessica Lewis
9737 Helmsley Circle(575) 693-7319
CREATURE COMFORTS PROFESSIONAL PET SITTERS - We can come to your home to take care of your pets while you are away. Daily dog walks are also available. We are bonded and insured and have been serving the Montgomery area since 1999. Call Barbara Eaves at 334-263-7297 or visit our website at www.petsloveus.com.
PROFESSIONAL HANDYMAN SERVICES AND CUSTOM WOODWORKING - Quality, dependability, licensed and insured. Call Mark Schultz, Deer Creek Resident, at (334)467-7604 or email [email protected] for an estimate.
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TRU-CUT LAWN CARE—One call will make your leaves disappear! Licensed and Insured. Pressure Washing, Small Tree Work, Flower Bed & Leaf Bagging plus much more! Contact (334) 398-2362 or [email protected] Today for a Free Estimate.
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ADS HOME & COMMERCIAL SECURITY SYSTEMS From monitored burglar and fire alarms, to doorbell cameras, se-curity cameras, automatic locks, smart lights and a home security mobile app, we offer the best security devices in the industry to ensure your home or business is protected and connected. Call Eric Franklin today at (334) 202-4114 or email [email protected] for a free quote.
BASES LOADED LAWN CARE—Routine Maintenance & Military Move In/OutWe are two brothers (16&14) and have been moving for others for four years. Living in and serving our Deer Creek neighbors. Text/ call at (864) 419-9299
Want to offer a service to other Deer Creek residents such as babysitting services or lawn maintenance? Want to sell something? Want to buy something? If so, call the
Information Center to add your listing to the Deer Creek Classifieds. The cost for each listing is only $10 per newsletter. A listing may contain no more than 35 words / numbers. All listings and payments must be submitted to the Information Center no later than the 1st of the months March, June, September, and November. Deer Creek Management, at its
discretion, can deny listings by homeowners with delinquent accounts and if advertising content is questionable. (Payments must be made by check and checks must be from a Deer Creek resident.)
The Deer Creek HOA does not specifically recommend or endorse the individuals, services, businesses or products listed, and cannot be held responsible or liable for any published ad.
DEER CREEKCLASSIFIEDS
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MAILBOX REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, and RE-PAINTING – Best prices and services—Compliant with all HOA specifications and a Deer Creek Resident. Call Teddye Gandy at 334 223-4891 or [email protected] New & used num-bers; new mailbox installed $90; Paint mailbox & pole $50. No job is too large or small.
PROFESSIONAL LAWN CARE SERVICE - Don’t have time to cut and maintain your lawn? Let us do your mowing, edg-ing, pine straw, and landscape maintenance. Call today for a free estimate and reasonable rates. Wesley (334) 546-1213 Familiar with Deer Creek ARC Guidelines. Ask about our weekly special!
MONTGOMERY SANITATION DEPARTMENT 2020 HOLIDAYS
Memorial Day – Monday, May 25, 2020Monday & Thursday routes worked Tuesday & Thursday
Tuesday & Friday routes worked Wednesday & Friday
Independence Day – Friday, July 3, 2020Working - No change in schedule
Labor Day – Monday, September 7, 2020Monday & Thursday routes worked Tuesday & Thursday
Tuesday & Friday routes worked Wednesday & Friday
Columbus Day – Monday, October 12, 2020Working - No change in schedule
Veterans Day – Wednesday, November 11, 2020Working - No change in schedule
Thanksgiving Day – Thursday, November 26, 2020Monday & Thursday routes worked Monday & Wednesday
Tuesday & Friday routes – No Change
Christmas Day – Friday, December 25, 2020Monday & Thursday routes worked Monday & Wednesday
Tuesday & Friday worked Tuesday & Thursday
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONPlease Save For Future ReferenceHelp Keep Montgomery Clean…
PLEASE DO NOT LITTER!
DEER CREEKYard of the Month
Deer Creek Homeowners Association (HOA) Yard of the Month (YOTM) program begins May 2020 to highlight residents that have taken pride in the curb appeal of their property. First award for each POD will be the 3rd week of May. See criteria below.Judging criteria for YotM awards
Yard of the Month properties are judged solely on the exterior appearance of their property as viewed from the street. Yards will be judged on neatness, landscaping, and color. Overall appearance and factors include, but are not limited to:a. Tidiness and neatness of the front and side yardsb. Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs edged and
defined lawns, borders and flower beds, and a visually appealing façade.
c. Lawn will have healthy grass with no bare spots or excessive weeds. Grass shall be mowed and edged, and grass around foundations and fences shall be trimmed.
d. Landscape and Flower Beds are weeded, mulched and edged. Trees and shrubs pruned. Efforts are made to improve upon builder landscaping, including the addition of color and through the use of flowers, trees, and shrubs.
e. Walkways and Driveways: Walkways and driveways shall be clean. Walkways, driveways and curbs shall be edged and free of debris and dirt. Use of accent and safety lighting for an improved evening appearance is permitted.
f. Aesthetics: The use of originality and creativity ( in accordance to the HOA Covenant) to create an inviting front entryway and a positive overall look to the landscaping and curb appeal with the use of color and textures, garden art, hanging
baskets and pots is encouraged.MISCELLANEOUS:
Trash containers must not be in view from the street. AWARDS:
The yard selected from each pod will get a letter of recognition and a picture in the Deer Creek News-letter. At the end of the year, all yards from May to October will be reviewed and an overall winner will be selected and win a $100 gift card.
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Fishing Season is here!Please observe the following rules when using the ponds:
• Fishing is for Deer Creek Homeowners’ Associa-tion members only. Members may have no more than 3 guests at any one time. Guests may fish only when accompanied by a mem-ber.
• Members may fish in lakes directly adjacent to their lot. Other members may fish in the Club-house Lake and the lake at Deer Creek Cross-ing on common area property only. Please remember, lake areas located adjacent to lots can only be fished by the owners of the adja-cent lots.
• Boating is NOT permitted in lakes.• The chemical balance, structure or drainage of
the lakes should NOT be tampered with.• Swimming in lakes is prohibited.• Ducks, swans, etc. may not be introduced into
the lakes without prior written consent of the General Manager.
Remember, the lakes are for Deer Creek Resi-dents only. Visitors are welcome, but only if accompanied by a resident while fishing. Please help by having your Deer Creek access keycard with you. Homeowners can also obtain a Deer Creek access keycard at the Information Center. Officers from the Alabama Wildlife Freshwater Fisheries periodically patrol Deer Creek lakes and residents may be asked to show proof of resi-dency. The State of Alabama does have 12” limit for bass and all members of the Association must abide by this limit. After fishing, please leave only your footprints behind and take any trash with you for proper disposal.
For the People, By the HomeownersCommunity associations like ours have a lot in common with municipal governments. As members of a governing body, our board
members meet regularly to discuss and vote on important community issues, like paying
the association’s bills, funding our reserves and contracting with vendors to keep our commu-nity amenities in good repair. The board makes
decisions about these and other important topics using a democratic process.
Also like a government, our association board has the legal authority to enforce rules and
regulations—somewhat like laws—and to col-lect assessments, like a government collects
taxes, to pay to maintain shared amenities like parking lots, general landscaping and street
lights, and to pay the association’s bills.
Our association also has the authority to take legal action, if necessary, if a homeowner
fails to meet his or her obligations that we all agreed to when we purchased in this commu-nity. These obligations include paying regular assessments on time, abiding by architectural or design policies, and observing community
rules.
Deer Creek’s AnnualNational Night OutCelebration 2020
Tuesday, August 4thBeginning at 5:30 pm
Deer Creek Amenity Center
Join your neighbors, the Montgomery Police De-partment, and other local agencies for an exciting evening. You can help celebrate Community Partnerships by being a part of National Night Out!
Please note that the clubhouse parking area will be closed to vehicles. We encourage you to walk or ride a bike to the event. If you choose to drive, you can park on Deer Creek Blvd.
Due to the COVID 19, this event might be subject to change. We will keep you informed.
Robin MitchellREALTOR
4755 WOODMERE BLVD.MONTGOMERY, AL 36106
Office: (334) 277-9100Fax: (334) 270-8093Cell: (334) 391-1335e-mail:[email protected]
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POOL/SPLASH PARK RULES1. Access to the pool area is by use of a keycard.2. Swim at your own risk.3. Children ages 13 and up, who can swim the length of
the pool, may swim unaccompanied by an adult. These children may be asked by the lifeguard, at any time, to demonstrate the ability to swim the length of the pool. An adult 18 or older must accompany Members and guests of Members the age of 12 and under using the swimming pool. Children ages 8 -12 years old, who can swim the length of the pool, may swim unaccompanied as long as a parent or guardian is on the pool deck at all times. Children age 7 and under must be accompanied in the water by a parent or guardian at all times.
4. Users of the wading pool must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times.
5. The pool is open when lifeguards are on duty. Instructions given by lifeguards must be obeyed at all times. Members cannot be on the pool/splash park deck or inside the pool if a lifeguard is not on duty.
6. Diving is not allowed.7. Please shower before entering pool.8. Pool hours will be posted and/or are available at the
Information Center. Loitering at the pool for any reason other than sunbathing and swimming will not be permitted.
9. Profane language and shouting are prohibited. Public intoxication and/or disorderly conduct will not be tolerated. Running, shoving or rough play will not be allowed. No objects may be thrown in the pool or on the deck area.
10. Glass containers and bottles are not allowed in the pool area. Please help keep the pool deck clean and dispose of all trash.
11. Please use the bathhouse restrooms for changing. Proper swimwear, as determined by Management, must be worn to enter the pool. Unhemmed cut-offs are not allowed. Bathing suits are not allowed inside the Amenity Center.
12. Children’s disposable diapers are not allowed in the pool. Appropriate swimming diapers and plastic pants must be worn at all times.
13. Radios, televisions, etc. may be used as long as they do not cause a disturbance to others.
14. The only flotation devices allowed in the pool area are as follows: water wings, swim vests, noodles, small blow-up balls and baby swim rings. Floats and boogie boards are not allowed.
15. Emergency equipment is to be used by lifeguards only. Do not play on or around the lifeguard stand.
16. Return all pool furniture in a neat and orderly arrangement. Semi – permanent pool furniture (i.e. picnic tables) should not be moved.
17. If the pool/splash park deck or restrooms need attention, Members should notify the lifeguards.
18. Please be considerate of your neighbors.19. The bather load is 263 persons for the main pool and 57
persons for the wading pool.20. Adult Swim – this time is for adult swimming only (for ages
18 and up). Adult Swim will be called by lifeguards.21. Lifeguards are on duty for the protection of Members and
their guests. Do not distract them in any way unless there is an emergency. If a member or guest needs to talk with one of the lifeguards, that member or guest should wait until the lifeguard is no longer guarding and is on break.
22. There is a strict no smoking policy for the pool area. Other tobacco uses are also prohibited.
DO YOU WANT TO SPENDYOUR SUMMER AS A CRAWFISH?
Deer Creek residents can join the team by completing an application and paying a small fee to the YMCA. The Crawfish Team will accept swimmers throughout the summer. All levels / ages of swimmers can partici-pate. If you can swim one lap of the pool, you may become a member.
The Crawfish Swim Team is a good source of exercise and a great way to learn and master swimming tech-niques, but most of all - IT’S FUN!
23. Animals are not allowed on the pool deck unless use is for aid in disability.
24. Management reserves the right to adjust or add any rules as needed. Additional pool rules may be posted at the pool area or may be implemented without notice.
25. Management reserves the right to refuse anyone the use of the pool and its facilities.
26. Failure to adhere to these rules may cause the loss of pool privileges. The Pool guest policy may be revoked or changed at any time by Association Management.
POOL / SPLASH PARK WEATHER CLOSURES1. The pool/splash park may be closed at times due to
inclement weather.2. The pool/splash park must be cleared immediately at the
direction of the lifeguards at the first sound of thunder or sight of lightning. Members and their guests will be told to keep a safe distance from the pool and from all objects that would endanger them. Members, or their guests, are not permitted to go near water, take showers, sit on picnic tables or use the telephone (except in the case of an emergency) until conditions permit.
3. Closure will be until thunder has not been heard and/or lightning has not been seen for at least 30 minutes.
4. Any condition that causes the lifeguard’s vision of the bottom of the pool to be distorted is reason to close the pool. This includes raining (without lightning or thunder), increase in algae growth or chemical imbalance. Once the condition is cleared, re-entry will be allowed.
SPLASH PARK RULES1. Food or drinks are not allowed on the splash pad surface.2. Pool furniture should not be placed on the splash pad
surface.3. Members and/or guests should not climb on, or swing on,
splash park equipment.4. Toys and/or sports balls should not be used on the splash
pad surface. 5. Manual manipulation of drop buckets is prohibited.6. All pool rules apply to the splash park area.
POOL / SPLASH PARK GUEST RULES1. Each Family may have three (3) guests at any one time.
All guests must be accompanied by a Member. Members are responsible for the actions of their guests. Guests are defined as anyone other than a Member of the Deer Creek Homeowners’ Association, Inc. Guests must follow the pool rules. Violation of this rule can result in the loss of pool/splash park privileges.
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8925 Deer Creek Blvd.Montgomery, Alabama 36117
2020 Pool / Splash Park Schedule
2020 POOL/SPLASH PARK HOURS
STANDARD POOL HOURS
POOL OPENS ON FRIDAY, MAY 15TH
THRU SUNDAY, AUGUST 2ND
Monday—Saturday 10:00 am—9:00pm
Sunday 12:00—6:00pm
WEEKEND HOURS (Depends on Lifeguard Availability)
Beginning on Friday, August 7th
Friday Saturday Sunday
August
7 8 9
14 15 16
21 22 23
28 29 30
LAST DAY
Labor Day, September 7th 10:00am—9:00pm
DUE TO THE COVID 19, THE POOL SCHEDULE WILL BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
***Subject to change***
STANDARD POOL HOURS Friday, May15th thruSunday, August 2nd
Monday – Saturday10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Sunday12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
WEEKEND HOURS (Depends on Lifeguard Availability)
Beginning on Friday, August 7th
Friday Saturday Sunday7 8 914 15 1621 22 2328 29 30
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Please practice and maintain social distancing, and be patient with our lifeguards who are only doing their job