Richland HOA Newsletter

Season's Greetings, Richland!  As we dive into the holiday season, there’s magic in the air—and maybe just a hint of mystery. Every year, there are strange sightings and happenings throughout the hood.  We've chalked them up to mostly to Santa's elves or our otherworldly neighbors.  But as our ever-curious ghostly reporter, Casperine McAllister, has uncovered, it's the elves, but not all are created equal. From angelic monitors to mischievous troublemakers, the truth about these pint-sized spies might surprise you. Without further ado, we present: Exclusive Investigative Report: The Elf on the Shelf Scandal By Casperine McAllister, Richland’s Resident Ghostly Reporter As we enter the holiday season, don’t be alarmed if you notice streaks of light or quick movements in your home or yard. It’s just that time of year when Santa’s finalizing his list. Every kid knows it’s never too late to cram for Christmas, and his elves are out in full force, monitoring extra closely. ...

  Richland HOA Annual Meeting Oct 28th Mark your calendars for the Richland HOA Annual Meeting on October 28th. Sign-in will begin at 6:30 PM, with the meeting starting at 7:00 PM. This is a key event for the community, where we’ll be presenting the finalized annual budget.  As you all know, most contracts have once again seen an increase in cost year over year, we'll talk about our plans to control expenses.  We'll also talk about implementing a dedicated assessment and reserve fund for upcoming lake maintenance activities.  In addition to these updates, we’ll be electing new board members. The nominating committee has put forward two candidates for the two open positions, but nominations from the floor will also be accepted during the meeting (See Below). If you’re interested in being considered or would like to nominate someone, this is your chance to participate, you can also organize your neighbors and do a write in campaign. We’ll also provide updates on import...

Greetings Richland Residents! Welcome to the August edition of the Richland HOA Newsletter. As we enter the "dog days of summer," you might wonder why it feels like we're living inside a hairdryer. Well, blame the ancient Romans, who named this sweltering period after the Dog Star, Sirius, rising alongside the sun. Back then, they believed Sirius brought the heat, and judging by our current temps, they weren't far off! With the sun's rays transforming Atlanta into a hot, muggy, mess, it feels like we're prepping for a visit from our reptilian overlords. So, let's skip the chit-chat and slither straight into the updates and events that will help you stay, if not cool, at least mildly entertained!   Electronic Voting Update and First Raffle Drawing As many of you know, we've been working hard to modernize our voting process, and we need your help! We’ve initiated a ballot to allow for electronic voting, which will make our elections quicker, cheaper, eas...

Welcome to our June newsletter, the Summer Spectacular you’ve been waiting for! With school out and summer in full swing, it's time to dive into the season with enthusiasm. The pool is open, the sun is shining, and we're gearing up for the first big pool party of the season on June 8th. But let's all remember to keep our poolside fun drama-free—no repeats of the infamous "Baby Ruth Summer." What, you don't know about the "Baby Ruth Summer"? I was just a kid and saw about it on TV, but as the old-timers tell it, it was a summer to remember.  The turf was immaculate—we had sprinklers everywhere, keeping the grass green, lush, and thick. Of course, this was well before the droughts that nearly drained Lake Lanier and well before the roving gangs of road warriors began scavenging the lands for petrol. What? Oops, sorry, wrong timeline! That's right, this is the timeline with the great gopher battle of 1980. Some of you may remember, that darn gopher ...

Buckle up for our May newsletter, the Crossover Event you never knew you needed! This month, we’re rolling out the red carpet for a quartet of celebrations that blend better than tequila and lime: Cinco de Mayo, Star Wars Day, the Kentucky Derby, and the thrilling countdown to the last week of school. Imagine margaritas and mint juleps served by stormtroopers in sombreros, and Yoda in a fancy Derby hat offering wise betting advice—now, that’s a crossover event worthy of a galactic fiesta! May the 4th be with you as we kick off Star Wars Day and the Kentucky Derby in spectacular fashion! Just in case you've been hiding in a Sarlacc pit, remember that Star Wars Day coincides with both our community pool's grand opening and the Kentucky Derby. It's the perfect chance to brandish your lightsaber-like pool noodles while donning your finest sombrero sun hats! But be cautious—excessive dueling might prompt the lifeguard to teleport you from the cantina to a galaxy far, far away. ...