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Behind The Scenes: Recreation Committee Volunteers Ready Pool For 2013 Opening Day

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2013 Pool Work Day - 21Story and photos courtesy of Ted Smith, Communication Committee Photographer

As you enjoy the Governors Village community swimming pool this summer, take time to reflect on the team of volunteers who keep things in good order. The Recreation Committee led by Chair Barry Bassett, works hard to do just that and on May 9, 2013, they were busy working on a variety of chores at the annual Pool Work Night. The photos that follow will give you an idea of what is required to keep the pool safe and available throughout the summer.

Barry and his committee earned a pizza break from their labors, but that and our thanks are the only compensation they receive. Think of them whenever you are enjoying the pool. Other Recreation Committee members are: Garrett Blake, Erik Blake, John Cangelosi, Robb Czyzewski, Chris Gamber, POA Liaison; Linda Jay, Trent Leonard, Tim Mounce, Wes Weaver, and Bob Wynne.

As always, many hands make light work so more volunteers are always welcome. As you will see, even young volunteers are welcome. On this evening residents Brian Crawford and Brian Sawyer joined in to help ready the pool for opening day. A group of young Pool Professional staff, employed to watch over things during the pool’s hours of operation, were also on hand.2013 Pool Work Day - 15

In addition to their work preparing and maintaining the pool and cabana, the Recreation Committee also oversees and maintains these amenities for the community: tennis, volleyball and basketball courts, playgrounds and playground equipment.

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Thanks to the work of these volunteering neighbors, the pool opened successfully on May 11, 2013. Have a great summer Governors Village!

Contact:
Barry Bassett, Recreation Committee Chair (ebarrybassett at nc.rr.com)

2013 Eighth Annual Firemen’s Pancake Breakfast, 5K Run/Walk, and Kids Triathlon

This past weekend, Governors Village residents kicked off the summer big time! In addition to celebrating the pool opening for the season, community members participated in the Eighth Annual Firemen’s Pancake Breakfast, 5K Run/Walk, and Kids Triathlon. Thanks to the Social Committee and all residents and participants for making the weekend a great success!

Check out photos (courtesy of Ted Smith) below or on Facebook. Complete details about event results and amount of donations raised will be posted here soon.

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Scenes From 2013 First Annual Community Garden Tour

The successful first annual garden tour of the Governors Village community took place Saturday, May 4, 2013, under cool, mostly overcast skies. Seven gardens in four neighborhoods were on display as owners welcomed enthusiastic visitors to their verdant retreats. The gardens were filled with stunning displays of spring blooms. The design and plantings in each garden were varied and distinct, rewarding neighbors who took the tour with countless ideas for use in their own gardens.

This year’s inaugural garden walk was planned by a group of residents who hope to make this an annual event. They also are interested in sharing horticultural knowledge, having plant exchanges and building community by connecting Governors Village residents through gardening all during the year. Organizers were Jane Hall (Lake), Keith Larkin (Forest), Adele McLean (Townes), Cliff Simpson (Park) and Ann White (Forest). Contact: Adele McLean—tarheeladele at yahoo.com

Scenes From The 2013 Tour Gardens

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Community members make deals and have fun at the annual sale

Recap: 2013 Annual Yard Sale

Governors Village community members gathered this past Saturday for the annual garage/yard sale. Despite the chilly weather, goods were exchanged and deals were had! Some even made out with free stuff, thanks to homeowners looking to declutter their spaces.

In addition to ongoing sales, which were reported to be brisk, neighborhood kids made use of the nearby playground as others sipped coffee to stay warm.  We thank community members for their participation and invite you to check out event photo gallery below. Thanks to Debbi Nichols for coordinating the sale, and Ted Smith for capturing the following pictures.

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Planning Your Visits—Seven Neighborhood Gardens May 4, 2013

Korach Garden

Korach Garden

Organizers for the recently announced community garden tour have prepared expanded descriptions to help residents learn about the participating gardens before visiting them.

Seven gardens in four neighborhoods of the Governors Village community will be open for neighbors to view on Saturday, May 4, 2013, 10:00 am until 2:00 pm, rain or shine.

(Each garden description is a PDF and will open in a new browser window/tab.)

Patio Paradise, McLean-Brown Garden, 1003 Christopher Drive, Townes. 19.8 MB
Korach Garden, 10017 Hammock Bend, Forest
Smith Garden, 10005 Raintree Bend, Forest
Moffat Garden, 30076 Village Park Drive, Park
Donaton-Duggan Garden, 30090 Village Park Drive, Park
Malekpour Garden, 12012 Wicker Drive, Lake
Hall Garden, 15001 Barnhardt Court, Lake

Tour Notes

  • This first Governors Village Garden Tour is open to residents of the Governors Village community. Admission is free. No pets please.
  • Organizers are: Jane Hall (Lake), Keith Larkin (Forest), Adele McLean (Townes), Cliff Simpson (Park) and Ann White (Forest).

Contact: Adele McLean—tarheeladele at yahoo.com

Attachment:
2013 Neighborhood Garden Visits Flyer—garden descriptions, addresses, map. Designed by Adele McLean. Updated April 15, 2013, 17.1 MB (PDF)

Minutes – POA Board of Directors Meeting March 21, 2013

The Governors Village POA Board of Directors met March 21, 2013, and minutes are now available to the community. During this meeting the board heard presentations from three landscaping comapanies and decided to offer a two-year contract to Davenport Landscaping. Among other items were a presentation on an automated pool cleaner, CD investment and committee announcements.

At the start of the meeting Ted Smith, Communication Committee photographer, took a group portrait of the 2013 Board of Directors.

2013 Governors Village POA Board of Directors. Left to right. Seated: John Eberhard and Rosemary McGee. Standing: Chris Gamber, Co-President; Josephine Watta, Otto White, Wesley Weaver, Co-President; and Alina Cochran, Community Manager. Not pictured: Jill Ehrenfeld, Terry O’Brien and Emily Walker. Photo credit: Ted Smith.

2013 Governors Village POA Board of Directors. Left to right. Seated: John Eberhard and Rosemary McGee. Standing: Chris Gamber, Co-President; Josephine Watta, Otto White, Wesley Weaver, Co-President; and Alina Cochran, Community Manager. Not pictured: Jill Ehrenfeld, Terry O’Brien and Emily Walker. Photo credit: Ted Smith.

This list explains which director position each member holds and year term ends, as well as office and/or liaison roles. See the Contacts page for email addresses.

Chris Gamber, Co-President, Lake Director, Recreation and Pool Liaison (2013)
Wesley Weaver, Co-President, Village Director, Safety Committee, Recreation and Pool Liaison (2014)
Josephine Watta, Secretary, Park Director (2013), Social Liaison
Treasurer, John Eberhard, At Large Director (2015)
Otto White, Vice President, At Large Director, Grounds Liaison (2014)
Rosemary McGee, Forest Director, Communication Liaison (2015)
Terry O’Brien, At Large Director, Lake Development Committee Liaison, ARB and Safety Liaison (2013)
Jill Ehrenfeld, Townes of Governors Village Director (2015)
Emily Walker, Property Manager, Camden Governors Village

Attachment:
Governors Village POA Minutes,  March 21, 2013 (PDF)

Minutes – Communication Committee Meeting April 15, 2013

2013 Governors Village Communication Committee. Left to right Ted Smith, Rosemary McGee, Susie Moffat, Terry Landers, James Glenos

2013 Governors Village Communication Committee. Left to right Ted Smith, Rosemary McGee, POA LIaison; Susie Moffat, Chair; Terry Landers, James Glenos

The Governors Village Communication Committee met Monday, April 15, 4:30-5:30 pm, at the Bean and Barrel for the second quarterly meeting of 2013. Minutes from the meeting are attached.

The group welcomed a new member, James Glenos, who recently bought a home in The Townes with his wife. James will help with managing the website and reporting on community events.  Learn more about the Communication Committee.

Contact: Susie Moffat, Chair (susie_moffat at unc.edu)
Attachment: Communication Minutes, April 15, 2013 (PDF)

View Seven Neighborhood Gardens May 4, 2013 10:00 AM-2:00 PM

Creeping PhloxThis spring seven gardens in the Governors Village community will be open for neighbors to visit and enjoy. The gardens will be on view Saturday, May 4, 2013, 10:00 am until 2:00 pm, rain or shine.

The seven participating gardens are located across four of the Governors Village neighborhoods.

Refer to the printable, color flyer, designed by Adele McLean (Townes), for descriptions of the gardens on the tour and a map. On May 4, each of these 7 locations on the tour will be marked with balloons:

forsythia McLean Garden, 1003 Christopher Drive, Townes
Korach Garden, 10017 Hammock Bend, Forest
Smith Garden, 10005 Raintree Bend, Forest
Moffat Garden, 30076 Village Park Drive, Park
Donaton-Duggan Garden, 30090 Village Park Drive, Park
Malekpour Garden, 12012 Wicker Drive, Lake
Hall Garden, 15001 Barnhardt Court, Lake

Organizers for the community spring garden visits are: Jane Hall (Lake), Keith Larkin (Forest), Adele McLean (Townes), Cliff Simpson (Park) and Ann White (Forest).

This first Governors Village Garden Tour is open to residents of the Governors Village community. Admission is free. No pets please.

Contact: Adele McLean—tarheeladele at yahoo.com

Attachment:
2013 Neighborhood Garden Visits Flyer—garden descriptions, addresses, map. Updated April 15, 2013, 17.1 MB (PDF)