This week at Carnes Crossroads

April 28th, 2023

Dear Carnes Crossroads Residents,

The Lake Doctors stocked Carp on April 14 at ponds 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 and 9. Normally grass carp are considered an invasive species in US waters, however these are sterilized (triploid vs diploid) grass carp which are stocked to help control invasive vegetation that is growing in the ponds. This is why not all the ponds received Carp.

Why did we stock the Carp? It is part of the Lake Doctors integrated pest management business model where they utilize environmentally friendly methods to supplement chemical control of algae and invasive weeds. There are many species of invasive vegetation that requires strong chemicals to kill/control, these chemicals can kill the grass around the pond if the water level rises.

Are these Carp fishable? They are however they are protected. They are vegetarian fish and they need to be released back into the pond from which they were caught. The Carp are inspected and verified for sterility by DNR before they were stocked and their pond location recorded. An adult carp will grow to be about 40 lbs and 4 feet long, so that’s going to be a tempting target for an angler. Please focus on Catch and Release.

As a member of Carnes Crossroads, residents have agreed to abide by certain rules and regulations to maintain the aesthetic and functional standards of our community. One crucial aspect of this is the enforcement of these standards through violations. While it may seem harsh to issue violations for seemingly minor infractions, it is important to understand that doing so helps maintain the property values and the overall quality of life in the community.

We are increasing the amount of inspections that are being done in the community.

We want to guide residents on how we complete this process. We drive around the neighborhood so you may see us slowly driving around taking pictures. We use an app on our phone to take pictures and send notices. All notices are sent via email unless we do not have an email on file.

1. First a courtesy letter with a cure date to correct the violation is sent. 10 days to remedy.

2. If the violation is not corrected in the time period stated in the initial notice period a second notice is sent. 10 days to remedy.

3. Non remedied violations a third violation notice with 10 days to remedy. If it is not remedied after those 10 days a fine is imposed at the rate of $25.00 per day.

A special thank you to our Maintenance Technician Christopher Johnson. Chris has decided to move on to another opportunity. His last day will be May 3rd. We wish him the best.

DEVELOPER UPDATE

Hello Carnes Neighbors!

We are holding our marketing photo and video shoot at the community today and tomorrow.

We have narrowed our street scape scenes to Medford and Hewitt, if you live on either of those streets we would greatly appreciate if you and/or anyone visiting you could park in your garage or in your driveway to keep the street clear of cars, on Saturday April 29^th from 4:15pm – 6:00pm.

I also wanted to provide an update on when our team will be capturing the park and pool scenes. The amenities will remain open as usual, but I wanted to provide you a time window so you are aware we will be filming during the times specified below.

April 29^th:

Philips Park: 8:45am – 9:45am

Pool: 12:00pm – 2:45pm (Please note we will need to open all umbrellas for this period of time)

Thank you!

Andy Salafia

Mahjong Club

When: April 28th 1PM-3PM

Where: Green Barn

Every Friday 1PM-3PM. Resident Marianne H. and friends have started a Mahjong Group. This group will focus on teaching beginners how to play until they can get an official league started. If you are interested in learning or you are an experienced player wanting to join, please reach out to Marianne H. (peachpit247@icloud.com) so that she can save your contact for the email thread.

Forth Friday Farmers Market

Where: Village Green

When: April 28th 5-8PM

***If we must cancel due to severe weather, we will still have live music and the produce vendor in the barn from 5-8PM. Feel free to bring your coolers and snacks!***

Join us on the Village Green for the Fourth Friday Farmers Market. There will be over 50 vendors, multiple food trucks, and live music by Liam Murphy. Bring a law chair, coolers, and enjoy your evening among neighbors! During this market we will also have a marketing photo shoot going on, be sure to smile for the camera.

Parish Farms from Wodin Place to traffic circle will be closed today 3PM-8:30PM

Red Balloon Yard Sale

Where: Your Home

When: April 29th 7A-1PM

Reminder, the Red Balloon Yard Sale is April 29th 7A-1P. Stop by the POA office for your red balloon if you plan to participate. The red balloon is displayed at your home to draw attention to your sale and to make it a “community event”. A list of participating addresses will be posted to residents so that residents can advertise for this event. There will also be an advertisement in the Post and Courier.

Habitat for Humanity will be in the Pool Parking Lot at 1PM for any items residents wish to donate. They have requested that you box up your donations so that they do not get broken in transit.

Food Truck Friday

Thank you for your continued support of Food Truck Friday! This Friday, the food trucks will be in the pool parking lot 5pm-8pm. You can view the food truck schedule with menu links through the Carnes Crossroads Food Truck Schedule Link.

Floral Arrangement Class

Where: Green Barn

When: May 1st 6-7PM

RSVP HERE

Birds Nest Florist and Gifts will be hosting a Floral Arrangement Class at the Green Barn. The class will be $40 per person and you will get to take home your own Floral Arrangement just in time for Mothers Day. Please bring $40 cash the night of the event to pay the florist directly! The price has increased to provide a fuller arrangement and some of the nicer flowers for a beautiful Mother's Day arrangement.

Coffee Connection

Where: POA Office

When: May 4th 9-10AM

Join the POA Team for a Coffee Connection Hour in the POA Office. Get to know the team, ask questions, chat with neighbors, or just come and a coffee to start your day!

Margaritas for Moms

Where: Pool

When: May 5th 5-7PM

RSVP HERE

AOS Mobile Bar will be joining us by the pool to serve up some Margaritas and Corona's for Cinco de Mayo. Since Mother's Day is right around the corner, Mommas will get two free drinks! Additional beverages will be available for purchase. Please RSVP so we know how much supplies we will need!

SHARP- Cocktail Tasting

Where: Barn

When: May 19th 5:30-8PM

This event is organized by SHARP (Sincerely Happy Association of Retired Persons)

$10 Per Person RSVP by paying Jean Gemmer 419-203-6514. Preferred Payment Method Venmo: MeanJean56 or Cash, register by May 14th

This event will include appetizers and three drinks, Pomegranate Cosmo, Grapefruit Margarita and Chocolate Martini

New Homeowner Orientation

Where: POA Office

When: May 31st 5-6PM

Are you a New Homeowner in Carnes Crossroads? Are you looking at different ways to get connect? Do you have questions about the POA? Join us at our New Homeowner Orientation.

Your Carnes POA is eager to help! In order to assist you in a timely manner, please take time to find the appropriate department before emailing. Laura White is no longer working with the community. For general inquiries during this transition, please contact our CCMC Community Operations Director Toni Kanfer at carnescrossroadssc@ccmcnet.com