Fall 2013
If you have anything for the Board of Directors, please submit your requests or concerns to Prestige Management Group.
New Web Site
The Board of Directors is having a website designed for the residents of Pleasant Ridge Farms West. It should be ready for launch in early 2014. Stay tuned for more information.
Architectural Guidelines
Please remember that before any architectural changes may be made, you must follow the proper procedure. You must contact Prestige Management and request an Architectural Request form. When you have completed the form, you must return it to Prestige either by fax at 336-230-1821 or by mail at P.O. Box 9336, Greensboro, NC 27429. The form is then submitted to your Board of Directors for the final decision. Once they have made their decision, you will receive written notification from Prestige. They have 60 days to make their decision. Once you receive written authorization, the completed project will be expected to look exactly like what you submitted for approval.
Dues
Please pay your dues each and every month. We still have some homeowners who are not paying their dues on time. It is very important that you pay every month.
Annual Meeting
The annual meeting will be held in February 2014. We will try to have the meeting at Pearce Elementary again. You will receive written notification 15 to 20 days prior to the meeting. Please be sure to attend. If you have any topics you wish to discuss, please do so at the meeting.
Pets
Pets should not be allowed to run loose through the neighborhood. There is a leash law in Guilford County. There is no leash law pertaining to cats but if they are deemed a nuisance, you can call Animal Control. Also, if you are walking your dog, please do not allow it to use the bathroom in other residents’ yards. This is very inconsiderate. If your dog does leave a mess, please be kind enough to clean up after your pet. If it is determined that you are in violation of this guideline, you can also be fined by the association.
Speeding
Speeding will not be tolerated on our streets. This is especially dangerous for the children. Most of the streets have been posted by the City with a 25MPH speed limit sign. Please comply with the safe speed.
Reminders
Trash cans are still not being stored out of sight. They should not be left in the front. Please maintain your property to your property line. Some residents are not doing this. If you are not sure where the line is, you may want to refer to the plat map you were given at your closing. Also, some homeowners are still allowing temporary structures to remain in the front of their homes more than 72 hours as stated in the guidelines for the association. A temporary structure such as a tent or a trampoline may not remain any longer than 72 hours. Remember that any changes that appear in the front of your home must have architectural approval.
Pond
In case you have not been down to the pond lately, two benches have been placed on the banks. This is so you can enjoy the great sounds of nature. You may even see some critters while you are there.
For those of you whose property backs up to the fence that has been placed around the pond, the fence was installed as a boundary to let you know where your property ends and association property begins. Up to the fence is your responsibility to maintain. Please have this taken care of as soon as possible.
Management
Prestige Management Group is your managing agent. Please contact Jeanne Gillenwater at 336-378-1778 for questions or concerns. You may also contact her via e-mail, Jeanne@prestigemanagement.biz.
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Apple Butter Pumpkin
Pie
1 cup canned pumpkin
1 cup apple butter
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 eggs
One 5-ounce can evaporated milk (2/3 cup)
½ cup milk
Pastry for Single-Crust or Double-Crust Pie
Whipped Cream (optional)
In a large mixing bowl combine pumpkin, apple butter, sugar, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. Add eggs; beat lightly with a rotary
beater or wire whisk till combined. Gradually stir in evaporated milk and regular milk; mix well.
Prepare and roll out pastry as directed. Line a 9-inch pie plate with pastry. Trim and crimp a high pastry edge or attach leaf-shaped cutouts. Pour pumpkin mixture into pastry shell. To prevent over browning, cover edge of pie with foil. Bake in a preheated 375 degree F oven for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake about 25 minutes more, or till a knife inserted near center comes out clean. Cool on a rack for 1 hour. Chill 3-6 hours before serving. Store in the refrigerator. If desired, serve with whipped cream.
Have a great Fall and wonderful holidays!