Heather Pointe Annual Association Meeting

Heather Pointe Association, Inc.
C/o Metcalf Realty Company, Inc.
2710 20th Street South
Birmingham, AL  35209
(205) 879-2177 / Fax (205) 879-7078

DATE:   Thursday, October 31, 2013

TO:             All Owners

FROM:   Heather Pointe Homeowners Association, Inc. Board of Directors
                Sabrina L. Gaddy, Property Manager

RE:     Annual Association Meeting will be held Saturday, November 16, 2013
at 10am at  Metcalf Realty Company, Inc.

Under the direction of the Board, the Annual Meeting of the Heather Pointe
Homeowner's Association, Inc. will be held Saturday, November 16, 2013 at       
10a.m. at the office of Metcalf Realty Company, Inc., 2710 20th Street
South, Birmingham, Alabama, 35209.

At this meeting one of the main Agenda items is the election of a new Board
of Directors for the coming year. All homeowners in good standing with the
Association are eligible to participate, and who would be available to
attend at least quarterly meetings.

The obligation of the Board is to make decisions for the Heather Pointe
Association to insure continued appreciation of your home.   Metcalf Realty
Company, Inc., as the management company, collects the $175.00 annual
Association dues from homeowners to pay for property services such as fire
dues, street lights, front entrance and all common area maintenance
(including insurance), as well as irrigation, lighting and landscaping for
these areas.

The purposes of the Annual Meeting are as follows:
.       Review current 2013 financials
.       Elect Directors for the coming year
.       Discuss maintenance issues
.       Review & approve budget for 2014
.       Other matters of interest to the Association

We hope that you will make every effort to attend this important meeting.
Please complete the enclosed proxy form and return it to Metcalf Realty
Company, Inc. at the address above, Attn:  Sabrina Gaddy, by no later than
Friday, November 15, 2013 at 5:00 pm.  All owners should mail or deliver
their proxy to Metcalf Realty even if planning to attend the meeting (in
case unexpected circumstances prevent attendance at the last minute) as it
is important that owners be present or represented by proxy so that a quorum
may be established.

If you would like to receive notices and updates on Heather Pointe via
e-mail, please send your e-mail address to me at slgaddy@bellsouth.net.  You
can also visit Heather Pointe's website at
http://heatherpointe.blogspot.com/

The Association had a very good 2013, and I am looking forward to working
with the newly elected Board another year for an even more prosperous 2014.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to let me know. My direct
line is (205) 879-2177, ext 215, and my cell is (205) 240-9111.

We look forward to seeing you at the meeting.

Enclosures (Ballot, Proxy Form)

JUNE 2013

Summer has arrived. 
Watch out for children playing.

City of Pinson Park in the works
The June 6, 2013  meeting of the Pinson City Council agenda can be viewed below. (Click to enlarge)

 Among the highlights were:
* Offering of  a $500 reward for information into car thefts and break ins that have recently taken place in  surrounding communities since the close of school.
* Movies in May had to be held inside due to weather. Because of this money was lost on rental of movie projection equipment. Council is researching purchasing its own movie projection equipment for the City of Pinson.
* The cedar tree in Triangle Park will be decorated for the holiday season instead of purchasing a tree as has been done in the past.
* The library board has a vacancy which it will fill, now that Robbie Roberts has vacated the post and  holds Place 3 in his position as  Pinson City Councilor.
*Dedication of the Baird Tatum Cemetery will take place June 8, 2013 at 1:00pm. Because of parking restraints at the cemetery, those wishing to attend are asked to park at Restoration Church  located next to Mission Possible at 4496 Center Point Rd . You will receive further directions from someone there.

Pinson Park
Jane Ross, of Goodwyn Mills Cawood was on hand to display preliminary

illustrations of what the proposed Pinson Park could look like and the features within the park.  The park would be built in three phases . Phase I c/would include; event center w/ restrooms, parking lot, maintenance building, playground, service road,entrance sign, perimeter loop pathway,disc golf course,lighting. ( click photo to enlarge)

Proposed lay out of future Pinson Park

Asked about the length of time before completion of Phase I, the architect and Council estimated about 15 months.

After the presentation, Council agreed to have a planning meeting among members to tweak the outline of the park presented to them. Some items portrayed in the sketch may be eliminated or moved about.


Estimated cost of Phase I around $800,000



Plan and budget for Pinson Park



Plan and budget for Pinson Park

 Residents in attendance are excited about the upcoming park and its enhancement to the City of Pinson. Mayor and Council were given an ovation by attendees to show their gratitude for the work they have done to maintain and enhance the City of Pinson.

The next Pinson City Council meeting will be held June 13, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at Pinson City Hall.

 Pinson Public Library

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MAY 2013

MAY 2013

Last day of school for Jefferson County students is May 23, 2013

Last day of school for Birmingham City students  is May 24, 2013

Movies in the Park

Begins @ dusk on the field behind Solid Rock Church

May 3^rd                 Brave

May 17^th              Gnomeo and Juliet

PINSON PUBLIC LIBRARY

Mark your calendars for the library's SUMMER READING KICK-OFF on Saturday, May 18th from 10am-12pm!!!

Join us for a Truck Party! Come see various vehicles, including a trash truck, construction truck, USPS vehicle - we will even have a pink Mary Kay car! All ages are invited to this FREE event! We will have activities, snacks and best of all - sign up for our awesome Summer Reading Program!!!

Summer Reading is not just for kids - we will have events, activities and prizes this summer for teens and adults, too!(reprinted from Pinson Library FB page)

Want to know what new movies  Pinson Library has?

For a list of new movies available for check out from Pinson Public Library go to their Pinterest Page     

Turkey Creek Nature Preserve   Presents Living History Programs

• Living History ProgramMay 18, 2013 at 9:00 am – 4:00 pmTurkey Creek Nature Preserve Main Gate1813 camp and demonstrations by Turkey Creek Long Rifles, Admission is $1


• Living History ProgramMay 19, 2013 at 9:00 am – 2:00 pmTurkey Creek Nature Preserve Main Gate1813 camp and demonstrations by Turkey Creek Long Rifles, Admission is $1    
Click the link for future dates.

Live country and bluegrass is performed by Cletus and the Ole Timers at Jack’s Restaurant in Pinson on Thursdays at 6 pm. Jack’s is located 4468 Center Point Rd. Pinson, AL 205-680-5225. Free









sponsored by Birmingham Public Library

 Join us for a community showing of the movie Bully.

May 9 at The Edge Theater

Movie times are 12 noon, 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 7:00 p.m.

Free tickets are available by calling 226-3610.

Tickets must be presented to gain entrance into the theater for each movie screening.

This compelling documentary follows students from public schools in Georgia, Iowa, Texas, Mississippi, and Oklahoma during the 2009–10 school year; it also follows the students' families. Forums at various local libraries with dates and times can be found by clicking the Bully link.

Do Dah Day  

The South’s craziest parade kicks off at 11:01 a.m. on the streets of Highland Avenue in Birmingham’s Southside. Then, spend the day in Caldwell and Rhodes Parks with friends, pets, arts & crafts, kid’s activities, and a lineup of great bands. Oh yes, we have plenty of food and beverages, and collectible Do Dah Day t-shirts.



copied fron Do Dah Day site


All proceeds benefit local animal charities.

Parade at 11:01 a.m.;

Festival in the park after the parade. May 18, 2013: 11 am (Sat) (reprinted from Dodahday site)

Farmer’s Markets      

Center Point Parkway Market
Reed-Harvey Park (335 Polly Reed Road)
Center Point, AL 35215
Thursday 1 Pm -5 Pm Open June 6- August 29


East Lake Farmers Market
7753 First Avenue South
Birmingham, AL 35233
Saturday 8 Am - 12 Pm May - October

Holidays in May

Cinco de Mayo                May 5th


Mother’s Day                  May 12th


Armed Forces Day          May 18th


Memorial Day                May 27th

APRIL 2013

Historic Old Rock Church being sold to City of Pinson

Solid Rock Church has sold its church and Triangle Park to the City of Pinson. Pinson purchased the property  for $875,000.  Plans for the property are undecided at this time.

photo credit: waymarking.com





Pinson City Council Meeting

April 18, 2013
6:30 pm
Pinson City Hall
4410 Main Street
Pinson, AL 35126

00~~Welcome to our new neighbors~~00

FREE Tax Preparation

Presented by United Way of Central Alabama, Inc. at United Way of Central Alabama
January 26-April 15, 2013


You've Earned it... Keep it!

United Way of Central Alabama offers free tax assistance through April 15. If you earned $51,000 or less, you qualify!

Call 2-1-1 or 1-888-421-1266 for information and to make your appointment.

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Jazz Band Festival

Presented by Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame at Carver Theatre

FREE Apr 12, 2013: 8 am - 6 pm (Fri)

Apr 13, 2013: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm (Sat)
The Carver Theatre will again play host to over 30 jazz bands as they compete for the title of Band of Distinction.  This is a free, fun, family event.

picture credit  Childcare Resources

EARTH DAYAPRIL 22nd

"Don't blow it- good planets are hard to find." Time Magazine

 

TEMPO - A Family Fun Festival
FREE Apr 13, 2013: 10 am - 2 pm (Sat)


A Family Fun Festival. The free public event – planned to offer families of all ages with unique entertainment, healthy food choices, bicycling activities, games and community resources – will engage the community in building awareness and promoting strong, healthy families. Plan now to bring the entire family to enjoy a day outside and a variety of local and international entertainment in beautiful Railroad Park.



picture credit wikipedia.com



Lorax Project Earth Day Fun @ Ruffner Mountain Nature PreserveFREE Apr 21, 2013: 1 pm - 5 pm (Sun)

Join us for this family fun Earth Day celebration! Dr. Seuss wrote about environmental concerns in his book “The Lorax,” published in 1971, with a conservation message that still rings true today.

 

 

Earth Day at The Gardens @ Birmingham Botanical Gardens

FREE Apr 27, 2013: 9 am - 5 pm (Sat)

Over 40 earth-friendly exhibitors will have booths displaying family friendly activities and information.


copied from Magic City Connection Facebook page



Magic City Art ConnectionPresented by Foundation for Art and Cultural Connections
Apr 26, 2013: 10 am - 6 pm (Fri)
Apr 27, 2013: 10 am - 6 pm (Sat)
Apr 28, 2013: 10 am - 5 pm (Sun)

This award winning contemporary art festival and Top 20 Southeast Event celebrating its 30th anniversary April 26-28, 2013 transforms downtown Birmingham's Linn Park each year with its blast of fresh artistic talent, sights, sounds and aromas, drawing from a pool of artists who have been recognized locally, regionally and nationally in visual and performance art.

 

MARCH 2013

Weather Preparedness


The months of March and April are the peak tornado months in Alabama. The second peak is during the latter portion of October and the first part of November. This is not to say a tornado could not come about during any other part of the year as has been evidenced from past weather disasters. Are you prepared ?

Help protect your family against potential weather disasters and emergency situations by compiling an emergency supply kit.

The kit can be assembled over a five-month period on a weekly basis. Help protect your family against potential weather disasters and emergency situations by compiling an emergency supply kit. Perishable items should be changed or replaced every six months. For a list of items you may need click here.
The Dog Might Be Innocent

Most often when seeing garbage strewn about the first thought is that a dog has run amuck. It may not always be a dog or other wild animals. It may be a bird, namely crows.

Crows are naturally curious birds that are quite inventive when it comes to accessing trash cans and bags. The crows tear open the bags looking for food scraps as well as items to build their nests with. Crows will spread the trash out over the ground and make quite a mess in their search. To keep crows out of trash bags, you must use measures to scare the crows away and keep the trash bags properly sealed.

     

BIRMINGHAM MUSEUM OF ART

EVENT: 'HIPPO'N OVER TO THE BMA FOR SPRING BREAK FUN!'

HIP, HIPPO, HOORAY!

DATE: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 2013 - 10:00 AM

DURATION: 5 HOURS

The Museum is the place for FREE family fun this spring break! Stop by Bart's ArtVenture, Bart's Lair, or go on a scavenger hunt any day during your Spring Break-ation. Be sure to get your passport stamped!

10AM-1PM // Bart's Art Cart, games, and hippo activities!

10:30AM, 11:30AM, Noon // Three tour options to see our new family-friendly exhibition, Hip, Hippo, Hooray!

11AM and Noon // Bart's Books: Eleanor the Hippo Learns to Tell the Truth by Andy McGuire

1PM // Film: Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted

Not on Spring Break until next week? Click here to find out all the fun we have planned for next Wednesday, too!


Wednesday, March 27, 2013

HIPPO'N OVER TO THE BMA FOR SPRING BREAK FUN! (10:00 AM - 3:00 PM)

The Museum is the place for FREE family fun this spring break! Stop by Bart's ArtVenture, Bart's Lair, or go on a scavenger hunt any day during your Spring Break-ation. Be sure to get your passport stamped!

10AM-1PM // Bart's Art Cart, games, and hippo activities!

10:30AM, 11:30AM, Noon // Three tour options to see our new family-friendly exhibition, Hip, Hippo, Hooray!

11AM and Noon // Bart's Books: George and Martha by James Marshall and Maurice Sendak

1PM // Film: We Bought a Zoo

Known and Unknown Holidays In March

March 12th      Girl Scouts Day

March 16th      Freedom of Information Day

March 17th       St. Patrick’s Day

March 17th       NCAA March Madness Selection Sunday

March 25th       International Waffle Day

March 30th       National Doctor’s Day


March 31st        Easter

March is also Women’s History month
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FEBRUARY 2013

“If you don't love yourself, you cannot love others. You will not be able to love others. If you have no compassion for yourself then you are not able of developing compassion for others.” Dalai Lama

Pinson Public Library 

Pinson Library is having a book sale. The book sale ends Friday, February 8, 2013

Bean Sprouts Book Club  Wednesday, February 13, 2013 at 4:00pm

Growing readers in elementary school are invited to join Mr. Keith for fun and snacks! This month's book is The Mouse and the Motorcycle by Beverly Cleary. Stop by the library to pick up your copy!

Chair Yoga Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at 10:00am

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting in a chair, or standing using a chair for support. Come try it out! This is a FREE class!
(copied from the Pinson Public Library Facebook page)

Pinson City Council Meetings

Thursday, February 7

6:30pm Pre-Council
7:00pm City Council Meeting

Thursday, February 21
6:30pm Pre-Council
7:00pm  City Council Meeting


FREE or ALMOST FREE

Family Day // Chinese New Year Celebration

February 9, 2013 , 10 am - 4 pm (Sat) FREE
Join us for a fun day at the Birmingham Museum of Art as we celebrate Chinese New Year: The Year of the Snake!

10:00 am - 2:30 pm // Extended Bart's Art Cart hours, and other art activities

2:30 pm // Family-friendly tour

3:00 pm // Student artwork reception

3:30 pm // Family film: Kung Fu Panda 2

Family Bird Walk

Presented by Birmingham Audubon Society and Birmingham Zoo
February 16, 2013

Free if you arrive by 8:00 am

The Birmingham Zoo will hold a variety of bird related activities for children following the bird walk. You, your children or grandchildren are sure to enjoy themselves as we search for our fine-feathered friends, and you’ll learn a thing or two about the GBBC process along the way

Over the next year, the city of Birmingham will be filled with events, exhibits, and people from all over the country celebrating 50 Years Forward. We hope you’ll join us for the 50th commemoration of the Civil Rights Movement’s most pivotal year, and walk in the footsteps of those brave souls who changed the world forever. Numerous  events are being held free of charge during the month of February. For more information  go to Birmingham Civil Rights  Institute



                                           HOLIDAYS

Feb. 2nd   Groundhog Day

Feb. 7th    Wave All Your Fingers at Your Neighbor Day

Feb. 8th    Boy Scout Day

Feb. 13th  Ash Wednesday

Feb. 14th Valentine's Day      

Feb. 18th   President's Day 


Reminder: Heather Pointe Association dues are due February 15, 2013

JANUARY 2013

Happy New Year

A New Year's resolution is something that goes in one year and out the other. ~Author Unknown

Living History at Turkey Creek


As part of its ongoing public education programs @ Turkey Creek Nature Preserve, BSC's Southern Environmental Center is partnering with Turkey Creek Long Rifles on a series of Living History demonstration weekends in 2013. These family friendly events feature story telling, cooking, flintlock musket simulations, and much much more. For additional information, contact TCNP Manager Charles Yeager. (copied  from bsc.edu)

Pinson Purchases Property
The city of Pinson has plans to purchase the property behind Rite Aid, Big 10 Tire and Winn Dixie. Value of the land is  $700,000.  Pinson will purchase the land for $262,000. There are certain stipulations regarding the property. Read more about this land deal at City of Pinson receives clean audit, plans to purchase prime real estate

Pinson planning 20-acre park that would include trails, amphitheater, Frisbee golf click link for more information


Pinson City Council Meeting

Thursday, January 17

6:30pm Pre-Council
7:00pm City Council Meeting

Pinson City Hall

4410 Main Street
Pinson, AL 35126
205) 680-5556



Pinson Library
On Wednesday, January 16, 2013, the computer system for all libraries in Jefferson County will be down for the day for maintenance.


This means the public computer at all libraries, as well as access to the catalog, eBooks and audio downloadable items, and databases will not be available. However, we will be open and you will still be able to check items out. (copied from the Pinson Library Face Book page)