HOA Annual Meeting Tomorrow Night

 

Andover HOA Annual Meeting

Tomorrow, Thursday September 8, 2011

7:00 pm

Whole Foods Community Room
1566 W. McEwen Drive
Franklin, TN

HOA Meeting This Thursday Night, July 7

 

Our HOA meeting will be this Thursday, July 7, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The location will be the Community Room at the Whole Foods store located at:

1566 West McEwen Dr.

Franklin, TN 37067

P 615.550.5660 

Please come and support your community!


Respectively submitted by,


Debra Gerstenberger

Holiday Trash Pick-Up

News & Updates

Trash Collection Schedule for July 4th Holiday Week

Posted Date: 7/1/2011 10:30 AM

Monday will be collected on Tuesday
Tuesday will be collected on Wednesday
Wednesday will be collected on Thursday
Thursday and Friday will be collected on Friday
Brown Bags and Blue Bags WILL be collected.
Large Brush and Bulky Items/White Goods WILL NOT be collected during this holiday week.


 Submitted by,

Debra Gerstenberger

Fourth of July

Franklin on the Fourth

Cost: FREE

 

Location: Downtown Franklin
Franklin, Tennessee 37064

 

Franklin on the Fourth Festival Slated for Monday, July 4 in Downtown Franklin

FRANKLIN, TN, June 27, 2011 – Franklin on the Fourth (FOT4), a home town, patriotic festival will celebrate its 15th year in Downtown Franklin again this year. The fun begins at 10 a.m. on Monday, July 4 and features more live entertainment, an expanded children’s area, community bands, and a spectacular fireworks display. The evening’s highlight will be a free concert featuring The Retro Specs, slated to begin on the City Square at 6:30 pm.
Hosted by the Franklin Lions Club and the City of Franklin, the festival features a patriotic costumed Children’s Parade for ages 0 to 13. Registration to participate will be held in front of the Franklin Theatre from 3:00pm – 3:50 pm. The parade begins its march down Main Street at 4:00 pm. Children may also ride decorated non-motorized vehicles in the parade. Best costume prizes will be awarded in each age group.
The festival also features free music and entertainment from 2 stages, a petting zoo, bungee jump, a rock climbing wall, and more. Antique cars will be on display on Main Street towards 4th Avenue. Food and craft vendors will line lower Main Street and circle the City Square.
The Retro Specs highlight the evening festivities with a free concert on the City Square beginning at 6:30 pm. The band of 12 members was formed in 1998 when Disney World came calling with a request for a band to promote a new venue at the park. The band has branched out from their Disney World days to now giving performances around the country. The band now totals 14 talented and professional musicians who perform music from the days of Donna Summer to the Black Eyed Peas of today.
The festivities culminate with a spectacular fireworks display which festival-goers can view from the Park at Harlinsdale among other locations.

The Park at Harlinsdale Farm will open at 6 p.m. on July 4th to provide a special viewing place for the Fourth of July fireworks show, sponsored by WAKM and the City of Franklin. People are invited to bring lawn chairs or blankets to view the show. The fireworks are expected to begin at approximately 9:00 p.m.

In order to prepare for the large number of visitors to the fireworks viewing, the entire Park at Harlinsdale Farm, including the K-9 Korral Dog Park, will be closed to patrons from Sunday (July 3rd) at dusk to Monday (July 4th) at 6 p.m. Visitors will be able to enter from either entrance to the Park and City staff will be present to assist with parking. Port-a-potties will be available at the Park.

No alcohol is allowed in City Parks. Fireworks and sparklers are illegal within Franklin City limits and are strictly prohibited in City Parks.

For information on the Fireworks, tune in to WAKM AM-950 or call the Parks Department Event hotline at 615-550-6947.

Costs of the event on the Square are being covered by sponsorships from community-minded businesses with the support of the City of Franklin and the Franklin Lions Club. Presenting sponsors are Vulcan Materials, Williamson Medical Center, WAKM Radio, Lenscrafters, Atmos Energy, Franklin Synergy Bank, Green Bank, TN Commerce Bank, The Factory and Healthways, inc.
The Franklin Lions Club, the oldest civic club in Franklin, has over 50 active members and meets every Tuesday at noon at the Cool Springs Golden Corral restaurant. For more information or to get involved with the Franklin Lions Club, please contact Jim Chapman, membership director, at 615-794-3048 or visit the website at www.franklinlionsclub.com.

Respectively submitted by,


Debra Gerstenberger

HOA Meeting This Thursday Night At FedEx on Mallory Lane

 

 

 

Please join us and be a part of your community!

For the address and directions, please see the sidebar of this blog.

We will meet @ 7:00 p.m. with the meeting usually lasting for approximately one hour.

Respectively submitted,

Debbie G.

Secretary, Andover Townhomes HOA

Franklin Main Street Festival set for April 30-May 1, 2011

Franklin, TN – Franklin’s 28th annual Main Street Festival brings more than 200 artisans & crafters, four stages, two carnivals and two food courts to the historic Public Square and Downtown District April 30-May 1, 2011.
Hours for the free street festival are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, with the Fourth Avenue Street Dance continuing until 10 p.m., and all activities re-opening noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. Arts and crafts booths line Main Street from First to Fifth Avenue.
Presented by First Tennessee and produced by the Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County and the Downtown Franklin Association, the weekend event is expected to attract more than 100,000 visitors to a full slate of family-oriented activities, non-stop musical entertainment and international flavors of more than 20 food vendors.
Handmade work to be exhibited includes original oil and watercolor paintings, pottery, jewelry, furniture, woodworking, ornamental iron, stained glass, photography, home and garden accents, birdhouses, leatherwork, and much more.
In addition to a juried arts and crafts show, the festival offers a special area of children's activities on Third Avenue South between City Hall and the Old Courthouse. Free entertainment is offered continuously on four stages—the First Tennessee Stage on the Public Square, the Old Courthouse, the Heritage Stage on Fourth Avenue North and the Beer/Wine Garden Stage on Fourth Avenue South.
Three food areas offer a tasty variety of everything from roast corn on the cob and stuffed baked potatoes, Polish sausage, Asian and Mexican cuisine, Southern fare includes barbeque, burgers and hotdogs, cinnamon-roasted nuts, ice cream, smoked turkey legs, funnel cakes, kettle corn and more.
There will also be a full-scale, traditional carnival at Margin Street and Second Avenue North--the site of the future City of Franklin Bicentennial Park. The carnival opens earlier than the festival on Thursday and goes through Sunday. Carnival hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, April 28-May 1.
The Main Street Festival is produced by The Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County and it division, the Downtown Franklin Association. Proceeds from the event are used to fulfill the mission of the organization, which is to protect and preserve the architectural, geographic and cultural heritage of Franklin and Williamson County and to promote the ongoing economic revitalization of downtown Franklin in the context of historic preservation.
In addition to presenting sponsor First Tennessee, major sponsors are Publix Super Markets, Williamson Medical Center, The Tennessean/Williamson A.M., The City of Franklin, Clear Channel Radio,  and FranklinIs.
For more information, please contact Nancy Williams at nwilliams@historicfranklin.com.
Entertainment acts may apply at www.tneventinfo.com
As of Feb. 15, 2011, spaces for arts and crafts booths are full except to returning vendors who are successfully juried into the show.
The Main Street Festival is located in Historic Downtown Franklin, Tenn., exit No. 65 from I-65, three miles west to the Public Square.
For more information, see www.historicfranklin.com or call 615-591-8500.

Respectively Submitted,

Debra Gerstenberger
Secretary, Andover Townhomes HOA

Are Those Tornado Sirens?

Keeping Your Family Informed and Safe During Severe Weather

Posted Date: 3/1/2011 10:30 AM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sergeant Charles J. Warner
Public Information Officer615.550.6821
cwarner@franklintn.gov

Franklin, TN – Dispatcher: “911, what is the address of your emergency?” Caller: “I hear the sirens going off, is there a tornado or something?” This is a realistic example of a call Franklin 911 Dispatchers routinely receive after activating the City’s tornado sirens. On the heels of two recent and severe storms, and with storm season rapidly approaching, the Franklin Police and Fire Departments want to be certain that residents know how to keep their families safe during the next severe weather event.

Fifteen strategically placed tornado warning sirens are located throughout Franklin’s 41.5 square miles. With the exception of a 1:00 pm test on the first Saturday of every month, these sirens are activated only when the National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning that includes the City of Franklin. In those cases, residents should take cover immediately.

The sirens are intended to warn people who are outdoors to take immediate cover. With factors like wind or other noise, the sirens may not always be heard indoors. Because of this, it is imperative that residents and business owners rely on local media and NOAA Weather Radio to alert them of imminent weather dangers. A NOAA weather receiver with SAME technology allows users to specify the particular area for which they wish to receive alerts. Purchasing a weather radio with this technology minimizes the number of ‘false alarms’ for events which might be a few counties away from where they live.

Severe weather typically results in a high call volume for emergency dispatchers. Non-critical calls, like checking on the status of weather warnings and requests to contact public utilities should not be made to the City’s Emergency Communications Center during severe weather.

For up to the minute information on active severe weather watches or warnings for Franklin and Williamson County, visit NOAA.gov. Residents experiencing utility problems like power outages should contact their service provider directly. Emergency services personnel cannot expedite the restoration of services.
Franklin Police
Professional, Progressive, Responsive 


Respectively Submitted,


Debra Gerstenberger

Secretary, Andover Townhomes HOA

New Police Beat to Concentrate on Downtown Area

Interim Police Chief Cites Foot Patrols as Important Component to Strategic Plan

Posted Date: 3/4/2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sergeant Charles J. Warner
Public Information Officer615.550.6821
cwarner@franklintn.gov

Franklin, TN – In an effort to enhance community partnerships, Franklin’s Interim Police Chief David Rahinsky announced to his staff this morning that he wants to see officers walking a beat in Franklin’s downtown district. Yesterday, Chief Rahinsky met with downtown business owners who expressed their desire to see more officers on and around Franklin’s historic Main Street. The desire was not sparked by concerns over crime, but easy access to police by the nearly 10,000 people who visit Main Street every month. Debbie Griffin, a downtown business owner said, “Police officers walking around Main Street are good will ambassadors.”

“If it’s important to the community that we serve, it’s important to us,” said Chief Rahinsky. “It became clear to me that we should increase our visibility and accessibility downtown, and in the residential areas that lay in close proximity to downtown." Citing the fact that foot patrol will become an increasingly important component of the Department’s strategic plan, Chief Rahinsky continued, “This is an opportunity for us to enhance our community partnerships while keeping officers in touch with the community we serve. This is more than officers just walking around. This initiative affords us the opportunity to interact with the community and to receive real-time input and feedback from the people we’ve taken an oath to serve and protect.” The new patrols start today.

Franklin Police Department
Professional, Progressive, Responsive

Respectively Submitted,

Debra Gerstenberger

Secretary, Andover Townhomes HOA

Breakfast with the Mayors/ Thursday, March 17

Breakfast with the Mayors

Franklin Tomorrow sets first “Breakfast with the Mayors.”

Franklin Tomorrow’s highly successful “Breakfast with the Mayors” series will continue in 2011, with the first event set for March 17 with Franklin Mayor Dr. Ken Moore and Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson and a panel on the topic of workforce education.
First Farmers Bank is continuing its presenting sponsorship of the breakfasts in 2011, with three different events planned. The March event is also sponsored by Ryan Search and Consulting.
Mark your calendars for the three breakfasts — March 17, June 7 and September 20.
On March 17, the topic will be workforce education, with Columbia State Community College President Dr. Janet Smith, Williamson County Schools Superintendent Dr. Mike Looney and Marla Rye, local director for Workforce Essentials.
The March 17 event at The Factory at Franklin begins with networking at 7 a.m. followed by the program beginning at 7:30 a.m. Due to the generosity of First Farmers Bank and our other sponsors, there is no cost to attend the events.
To register for the March 17 event, go to the www.franklintomorrow.org and click on the link
to make reservations.
Additional sponsorships are available for the “Breakfasts with the Mayors” and could be a great opportunity to market your business to the community. For more information, email Co-Chairs Susan Minor at susanm@battlegroundacademy.org or Elizabeth Mefferd at emefferd@goBBB.org.
Franklin Tomorrow is a non-profit community organization that communicates a shared and evolving vision for the future of Franklin and focuses that vision through education, advocacy, evaluation, implementation and recognition of the vision’s specific goals and strategies. To learn more about Franklin Tomorrow, visit the website at www.franklintomorrow.org or contact the office at 615.794.0998.

Respectively Submitted,

Debra Gerstenberger
Secretary, Andover Townhomes HOA

Franklin Downtown Festival/Brew Fest/ Saturday March 12

Everybody’s Irish at the Franklin Main Street Brew Fest

Tickets are now available online and will be mailed to the address provided during Paypal checkout after February 15th. Last year's event sold out so pre-order your tickets today!
Historic Downtown Franklin celebrates St. Patrick’s Day early on Saturday, March 12th with the Franklin Main Street Brew Fest. Tickets are $35 and include tastings of more than 50 beers in the Main Street shops from 6 to 9 p.m. Main Street is closed to vehicle traffic but free and open to pedestrian traffic with most shops and restaurants open throughout the event.
For a safe ride email twilighttodd@tmagroup.org or call Franklin Transit at 615-628-0263. Make reservations at least 48 hours in advance/$6.00 per person round trip. Transit service is only available inside the city limits of Franklin.
We also have a special rate for Brew Fest patrons at Franklin's Aloft Hotel. It's $79 plus tax for the night of March 12, 2011. You may call the hotel direct at 615-435-8700 or at central reservations at 1-877-Go-Aloft and ask for the Franklin Brew Fest rate or you may book by following this link: http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/StarGroupsWeb/res?id=1102151585&key=E32B
The Franklin Trolley will service Aloft Hotel, but you must make a reservation with Franklin Transit.
On Fourth Avenue, look for Irish-themed festival food including fish and chips, roasted corn and potatoes, Irish stew and kettle corn. The event is in its eighth year and formerly featured a street festival throughout the day. This year, the street will remain open throughout the day for regular business, closing at 4 p.m. to set-up for the evening event.
Ticket holders will check in at the intersection of 4th Avenue and Main Street to get their special tasting glasses, a map to the tasting sites, and a description of the beers and Irish whiskey to sample. Check-in is available from 5 p.m. throughout the event, but the tasting sites open at 6 p.m.

All proceeds will go to Downtown Franklin Association for promotion and continued revitalization of the historic district, which is on the National Register of Historic Places and designated by the National Trust as a Great American Main Street and a Preserve America community.

Respectively Submitted,

Debra Gerstenberger
Secretary, Andover Townhomes HOA

Minutes HOA Meeting on January 20, 2011/Next Meeting is Thursday, April 7, 2011

ANDOVER TOWNHOMES

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

MINUTES

DATE: January 20, 2011

LOCATION:

FEDEX/KINKOS, 3021 Mallory Lane

CALL TO ORDER:

Meeting called to order by Jim Ford, President @ 7:00 p.m.

ROLL CALL TO ESTABLISH QUORUM

Board members Present:

Ø    Jim Ford, President

Ø    Bob Schettler, Director at Large

Ø    Debra Gerstenberger, Secretary

Ø    Beth Marron, Director at Large, appointed by the BOD, Owner of 749 Huffine Manor Circle

Also Present:

Ø    Glenn Marron, Owner of 749 Huffine Manor Circle

Ø    Robert Kline, 679 Huffine Manor Circle

Ø    Matt Berkstrom, 745 Huffine Manor Circle

OLD BUSINESS:

Ø    The Minutes of November 18, 2010 were approved previously via email.

 Ø      Discussion of Financial Statement regarding the roof repair expenditures.

Ø    Discussion of the status of the election:

                 

                  ºChristie  Berkstom received 2 votes

                  ºRobert Kline 2 received 2 votes

                  ºRobert Schettler received 11 votes

                  ºDebra Gerstenberger received 11 votes

                  ºBeth Marron received 11 votes

         The election has gone past 60 days. As required by our By- Laws, the election         stands with the 3 members who received 11 votes a piece.

Ø    Discussion of the status of the roof repair loan possibility.

         Jim Ford spoke to Emery Gasser today. Andover Townhomes has the interest from 2 banks, one local. A motion was made by Debra Gerstenberger for the President to get a term sheet together.  The motion was seconded by Robert Schettler.

         The BOD asked if there were any other repairs that need to be done at this present time to be included in the loan amount. Possible additional repairs     are:

                  ºRe-striping the circle parking spots

                  ºRepairing the fence that borders Mallory Lane

                  ºRemoving of Bradford Pear trees

Ø    The third request for streetlights to be checked was made to Gasser Properties. Debra Gerstenberger is to email Mike Woods with the list of streetlights that stay on after dawn.

Ø    The following units’ HOA dues are being collected by judgements from the court system and/or garnishing their wages:

                  º Unit 604

                   º Unit 654

                  º Unit 659

NEW BUSINESS

Ø    Dog Issue

         ºChristie Berkstrom had a pit bull dog come bolting out of the house @ 704.          Animal Control issued a citation. The BOD and those homeowners present     discussed how to effectively control this situation. The result was that the BOD approved for a petition to be drawn up by Christie Berkstrom. Per  approval of the BOD, the petition will be taken door to door to ask if the homeowners approve of  measures to be taken to thwart this problem.

         The BOD discussed the ongoing problem with dog owners not cleaning up     after their dogs.  That is why the dog stations have been installed.

         The BOD suggested that cell phone pictures be taken of offending dog owners during the act of violating the By-Laws.  These pictures should be emailed to the BOD and Gasser Properties.  The email addresses are listed on our blog at:  www.huffinemanorcircle.blogspot.com

         The BOD has and will write the homeowners a letter of warning that  involve both above incidents.

         The BOD has requested from Gasser Properties, copies of all letters sent        to homeowners regarding this dog issue.

Ø    NEXT MEETING:

        

         º  Thursday, April 7 at 7:00 p.m.

         Location: FedEx/Kinkos, 3021 Mallory Lane

         (For directions, see our blog at www.huffinemanorcircle.blogspot.com)

Ø    MEETING ADJORNED AT 7:55 p.m.

Respectively submitted by:

Debra Gerstenberger

Secretary, Andover Townhomes HOA

Winter Lecture Series at Carnton

Monday, Jan 17th

On January 27, at Carnton Plantation’s Fleming Center, The Battle of Franklin Trust hosted its Winter lecture series at 6 p.m. with “Lincoln’s Election and the Secession Drama,” examining the presidential election and the secession of southern states. The second lecture has been scheduled for February 24 th at 6 p.m. at Carnton Plantation’s Fleming Center.
“This year’s Winter lecture series is going to be packed with information that is not as widely known to the public as other aspects of the Civil War,” said The Battle of Franklin Trust President and C.E.O. Jennifer Esler. “Eric [Jacobson] and Thomas [Flagel] bring a wealth of invaluable knowledge to the first lecture.”
Historians and authors Eric A. Jacobson and Thomas Flagel will discuss Abraham Lincoln’s rise to the presidency in the midst of political turmoil. The duo will also look in-depth into the reasons behind the quick secession of the first seven Southern States. In addition, the lecture will be a detailed look at what was being said by participants at the time, as well as why the Union came undone.
At the end of the lecture, guests will have the opportunity to participate in a question and answer session with Jacobson and Flagel. The duo will also be available after for a book signing. The lectures are free to members of the Battle of Franklin Trust and there is an optional $5 donation for the general public. Space is limited to the first 100 people. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Leigh Bawcom at leigh@battleoffranklintrust.org .
Thomas Flagel is a historian and professor at Columbia State University. He has also authored numerous books including The History Buff’s Guide to Civil War, a detailed account into the Civil War.
Eric A. Jacobson is a historian for The Battle of Franklin Trust and author of For Cause and For Country, an exploration into the battles at Spring Hill and Franklin. He is also the Director of Operations for The Battle of Franklin Trust, which manages The Carter House and Carnton Plantation.

Respectively Submitted By:
Debra Gerstenberger
Secretary, Andover Townhomes HOA

Franklin Theater

Franklin Theatre Photos

Monday, Jan 31st

On Saturday, January 30, 2010, a large crowd gathered to support the Heritage Foundation and Next Generation for the official lighting of the marquee.
The Next Generation (NGHF or Next Gen) of the Heritage Foundation is comprised of members ages 21 to 40. The Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County is a 43 year old non-profit membership organization whose purpose is to protect and preserve the architectural, geographic and cultural heritage of Franklin and Williamson County and to promote the ongoing economic revitalization of downtown Franklin in the context of historic preservation.
Since their inception in the last 4 years, Next Gen has hosted ‘Historic Socials’ at three local historic homes, hosted the last event held in the Historic Franklin Theatre, chaired 2 homes during Historic Franklin’s Tour of Homes, published their very own cookbook A Taste of Historic Franklin and have created their own fund-raising event, Three Blind Vines where all proceeds benefit the Franklin Theatre project.

Respectively Submitted By:
Debra Gerstenberger
Secretary, Andover Townhomes HOA

e911 Registration
Emergency Notification Systems (ENS) is mapping software that will notify citizens of emergencies or any important information in your area, like amber alerts or evacuations. If you do not have traditional phone service then you are not part of our Emergency Notification System. You can register your cell phone or VOIP phone number below.
First & Last Name		*
Phone Number		*
Re-type Phone		*
Street Address		*
Apt #
City		*
Zip		*

Plz go to this web address to register for this emergency service:

http://www.franklintn.gov/forms/e911

 

I did!

Respectively Submitted,

Debra Gerstenberger

Secretary, Andover Townhomes HOA

*FREE* Self Defense Class For Women/ Register Now!

News & Updates

News Review

Franklin Police Offer Self-Defense Techniques Class for Women

Register Now for Free February Rape Aggression Defense Training (RAD)

Posted Date: 1/21/2011 4:30 PM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sergeant Charles J. Warner
Public Information Officer615.550.6821
cwarner@franklintn.gov
Franklin, TN – According to statistics, 78 women are forcibly raped every hour in the United States. Just as startling: One out of four college women reported being sexually assaulted sometime during their four years of school.

The Franklin Police Department is proud to offer free self-defense training to women who live or work in Williamson County. The training incorporates the building of awareness, prevention, risk reduction and avoidance, as well as hands-on self-defense training by experienced police officers.

This 12-hour program is designed for the average woman with no previous experience or background in physical skills training. Mothers and daughters are encouraged to attend this free training together. For more information, click here. 

This four-part series will meet on Tuesday 02/08/2011, Thursday, 02/10/2011, Tuesday 02/15/2011, and Tuesday 02/22/2011 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Franklin Police Headquarters.

“Helping to provide this training is something that I always look forward to,” RAD Instructor, Officer Rose Steagall said. “Participants walk away from this experience with a renewed feeling of confidence that they can avoid or overcome an attacker, we just show them how.”

To register, email Officer Rose Steagall, or call (615) 550-6811.

Franklin Police Department Professional, Progressive, Responsive # # # 

Respectively Submitted By:

Debra Gerstenberger

Secretary, Andover Townhome HOA

Enough Said

HOA Meeting This Thursday Night At FedEx/Kinkos on Mallory Lane

 

Come and join us this Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m.

Location FedEx/Kinkos at 3021 Mallory Lane

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January Event for the Surrounding Area

Just a note before I publish the link for the Event Calendar for the surrounding area for January 2011...





The Schermerhorn Symphony Center is open!

The next schedule event is:

	January 2011

Mozart & Beethoven

Thursday, January 6 - 7:00 p.m.

Here's their website or click on the shaded date in the above calendar.

Here's the link to the January Events Calendar for our surrounding area.

**Also, everyone is invited to our Annual HOA meeting on Thursday, January 20, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.

The location will be the Kinkos/FedEx store at 3021 Mallory Lane, Franklin, TN 37067.

Please come and be a part of your community!**

Respectively Submitted,
Debra Gerstenberger
Secretary, Andover Townhomes HOA