The Fayette County Hospital Authority needs YOU!!
The Fayette County Hospital Authority serves the citizens through financing projects as provided by the Hospital Authorities Law. The Fayette County Hospital Authority is made of a distinguished blend of business and community leaders willing to serve voluntarily in support of the community through service on the authority. Potential appointees are nominated to the Hospital Authority by the Fayette County Board of Commissioners. Upon receiving nominees from the Fayette County Board of Commissioners, the Hospital Authority will either select a nominee or decline the nominees.
Support your community and volunteer your time and talent by applying here ==>> https://fayettecountyga.gov/news_archives/23Oct/10-11-2023-Hospital-Authority-packet.pdf
Gardening Tips for February
We are getting closer and closer to Spring! With the anticipation of warmer weather, now is the time to start thinking about your garden.
Planting
Start seeds
Plant seeds indoors for flowers and vegetables that benefit from an early start. You can use grow lights to germinate seeds like eggplant, peppers, geranium, begonia, and coleus.
Plant vegetables
In cooler areas, you can plant vegetable seeds like tomatoes, peppers, onions, garlic, English peas, broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, and cabbage.
Plant flowers
Plant sweet peas for fragrant flowers later in the year. You can also plant winter daphne for fragrant blossoms.
Pruning
Prune shrubs: Prune winter-blooming shrubs like mahonia, winter jasmine, and heathers after they finish flowering.
Prune wisteria: Cut back wisteria side shoots to three buds from the base to encourage more flowers in the spring.
Prune buddleja and elder: Prune these shrubs to the base to keep them from growing too big.
Inspecting houseplants
Check for pests: Regularly inspect your houseplants for pests like spider mites, scale, and mealybug. These pests can thrive in the dry winter air of your home.
Other tasks:
Turn and cultivate the soil
Add organic matter to your planting beds
Transplant trees or shrubs before they break dormancy
Control weeds.
Unlicensed Contractors and Fraud: a Warning for Homeowners
Fayette County wants homeowners to be aware of the potential dangers of hiring unlicensed contractors.
The Fayette County Building Safety Department is alerting county residents of the risks associated with engaging unlicensed individuals to perform construction work.
Structural or electrical modifications, such as in-ground pools, patio covers, garage conversions, water heaters, and HVAC replacements, necessitate mandatory building permits.
Protect yourself from potential financial liabilities and ensure the safety and integrity of your construction projects by ensuring the proper permits are pulled in a timely manner.
Read more here —>> https://fayettecountyga.gov/
HB 581
During the 2024 Legislative session, Senate and House leaders addressed concerns about rising property value assessments and property taxes. To alleviate this burden, House bill (HB) 581 was signed into law on April 18, 2024, contingent upon approval in the November Statewide Referendum which passed.
The bill introduces a statewide floating homestead exemption, effective January 1, 2025, for all property owners with a homestead exemption, unless local governments choose to “opt out.”
The Fayette Co Board of Education plans to opt out meaning your property taxes could increase based on the rate of inflation. Educational town halls are occurring. Check the Fayette County website and the City of Fayetteville website for additional details.
2025 Citizens Police Academy
Who wants to have a great time while learning more about our community? Who wants to get the inside scoop on the day-to-day operations of our Fayetteville Police Department? Citizens Police Academy is free and it is amazing! Sign up by February 6. Weekly sessions start February 27 and run thru to May 8.
Applications are available at the police department or go to their Facebook page (City of Fayetteville Public Safety (Fayetteville Public Safety) and scan the QR code.
Officer Elections
There’s still time for you to nominate yourself or someone for the PCHOA leadership board.
**Volunteer Positions Available:**
- President
- Vice President
- Treasurer
- Secretary
- Committee Members
We are eager to welcome fresh faces and innovative ideas to our leadership board. Consider utilizing your time and talents to bring new and innovative thought and ideas to the community.
Send your nominations in using the Contact Us link using the subject line: 2025 Leadership Nominations
Voting will take place during our January meeting. We know you’ll be in attendance!
Submit your Leadership Nominations
It’s time to solicit nominations for the Princeton Chase leadership board.
**Volunteer Positions Available:**
- President
- Vice President
- Treasurer
- Secretary
- Committee Members
Your time and dedication can make a significant impact on our neighborhood. Together, we can continue to build a thriving and harmonious community.
Send your nominations to us using the Contact Us link using the subject line: 2024 Leadership Nominations
Voting will take place during our December meeting.
My neighbor’s tree fell on my property. What is my responsibility?
Has this ever happened to you and you weren’t sure about what to do? Well this is one of the many questions answered on Consumer Ed website, sponsored by Georgia Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division.
Read on . . . .
https://consumered.georgia.gov/ask-ed/2022-12-01/neighbors-tree-fell-my-property#:~:text=Under%20Georgia%27s%20Fallen%20Tree%20Responsibility,of%20hauling%20away%20the%20tree
Consumer Ed
How many of you are familiar with this website? It is sponsored by Georgia Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division. It’s purpose is to educate consumers and help them make informed decisions when it comes to buying a car or home, dealing with credit and debt, making home repairs and improvements, managing money, and avoiding identity theft and scams.
Check them out here: https://consumered.georgia.gov/ to submit a question or read one of their many guides.
Pumpkin Spice Day
You’ve been waiting for it so now here it is.
October 1st is officially Pumpkin Spice Day.
Pumpkin spice ushers in the savory-sweet season of autumn like no other spice combination does. It conjures up images of fall foliage littering paths on a cool morning. But pumpkin spice isn't just a flavor - it's a personal style. The burnt umber, harvest gold, and cinnamon toast sprinkles home décor, apparel, and even decorates parties and weddings.
Today, mix up your own pumpkin spice blend using cinnamon, ginger, cloves, allspice, and nutmeg and give it a go!