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Showing posts with label Announcements. Show all posts
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
Eight Wilmington Island Residents Exposed To Rabies
At least eight people have been exposed to rabies after a feral kitten that was being fed by several Wilmington Park residents tested positive for the disease.
Those exposed have been advised to contact their health care providers, said Sally Silbermann, spokeswoman for the Coastal Health District.
It’s possible the kitten got rabies after being exposed to a potentially rabid raccoon, she said.
Savannah-Chatham Animal Control is attempting to capture the raccoon along with as many as six other cats in the same Wilmington Island neighborhood that may have been exposed to the rabid kitten, Silbermann said.
The health department and animal control want to remind residents to always avoid contact with wild or stray animals, watch for unusual behavior in pets and wildlife and get pets vaccinated against rabies.
Animal Control officers are advising anyone in the area that had such contact with the kitten, a raccoon or other animal, to contact them.
Rabies is a potentially deadly virus that is primarily spread by infected animals. Symptoms of rabies in animals include a change in behavior, biting, aggression, showing no fear of natural enemies (such as humans), foaming at the mouth, and paralysis.
The Chatham County Health Department Environmental Health Division offers these tips to protect you and your family from rabies:
• Avoid contact with animals you don’t know.
• Make sure your pets receive the proper immunizations. Dogs and cats should get rabies vaccines by four months of age, followed by a booster shot one year later, and another one every one to three years as prescribed by your veterinarian.
• Do not handle, feed, or unintentionally attract wild animals with open garbage cans or by leaving pet food out at night.
• Never adopt wild animals or bring them into your home. Do not try to nurse sick animals to health. Call animal control or a properly licensed animal rescue agency for assistance.
• Teach children to never handle unfamiliar animals, wild or domestic, even if they appear friendly. “Love your own, leave other animals alone” is a good principle for children to learn.
If an animal ever bites you, seek medical care immediately and contact Savannah-Chatham Animal Control at 912-525-2408 and the Chatham County Health Department Environmental Health Division at 912-356-2160.
Saturday, April 5, 2014
Dear Neighbors,
Maloney landscaping will be installing pine straw in the next week or two after all of the oak leaves are down. New spring annuals will be planted this month.
http://thedailysouth.southernliving.com/2012/03/26/pruning-azaleas-when-how/We met with James Maloney this week and looked at the azaleas. There are about 8-10 bushes that are in very bad shape. These plants are 18 years old and have never been cut back. A few years ago he recommended what is called rejuvenation pruning. Some of the neighborhood members did not like this idea so we did not take his advice on this. Rejuvenation pruning is an accepted landscaping practice and is done regularly in the squares downtown. He recommends doing this for all of the azaleas so that they will grow back evenly. It will look very bare this year and will be a shock visually to some but according to James by next year they will be knee high and blooming and all of the plants should be the same size. This MUST be done in the next two weeks or the plants will not bloom next year. The Board will vote to decide on going forward with this decision. For everyone's information we are including a link on pruning and the proper care of azaleas. I am sending this link for your information.
Monday, February 10, 2014
Experts offer tips to keep food safe in power outage
Winter is coming, again, and hopefully you’ve done all you can to prevent against frozen pipes. Time to snuggle up under a blanket, right?
Not so fast. The storm arriving overnight Monday brings with it the potential for a power outage. Stoves won’t work. Freezers might thaw.
Experts suggest having a food safety and preparation plan in place before the lights go out.
According to an estimate by Stanfield Air System’s Rex Coker, a decently insulated and heated house will maintain a temperature above 50 degrees for at least 36 hours, depending on factors like how often doors are open. But a day and a half is plenty of time for food to spoil.
George Heard, owner of Heard’s Appliance Repair, said food in a freezer won’t fully defrost for three days. But a refrigerator will only keep food cool for up to four to six hours without power. Keep those fridge doors close, said Heard, and all your edibles won’t be lost. Good advice, but what happens when you want a bologna and mustard sandwich? Heard suggests throwing together a make-shift outdoor fridge.
“If it’s cold enough outside, wrap up your food, put it in a cooler and put it outside,” Heard said. “That will keep it cold.”
If you choose to follow Heard’s advice, the U.S. Department of Agriculture suggests you take one extra precaution: make some ice and add it to the cooler.
Fill up a bucket with water and let it freeze outside, then place that homemade ice into the fridge, freezer or cooler to keep perishables safe.
The USDA does warn that placing your food outdoors exposes it to bacteria, animals and can even thaw out your perishables. It may feel cold outside, the agency advises, but direct sun can cause the food to thaw. If there’s a thermometer laying around, toss it in the cooler to monitor whether the temperature has risen above 40 degrees.
Clarke County Cooperative Extension Coordinator Judy Hibbs finds that many homes in Athens don’t have thermometers in the fridge.
If the temperature of a frozen foods doesn’t exceed 40 degrees, Hibbs says it’s still safe. The old rule of thumb, she said, was that if ice crystals were present, then the food was still safe. But as long as it didn’t get too hot, the food is still safe to eat, Hibbs said.
Having a thermometer, which can be picked up while grabbing snow day essentials, is the only way to be sure the food stayed cold, she said.
Hibbs notes that these rules are only for meat and dairy products, not fruits and vegetables. Plant-based foods can be cooled, warmed and cooled again without creating a food safety problem. But quality of the food will be reduced.
The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension suggests every family keep an emergency food supply on hand for situations like this snow storm. For families that haven’t planned such a supply out beforehand, it’s not to late.
Before the storm hits, buy non-perishable foods from the grocery store, say UGA experts. Make sure those purchases included ready-to-eat meats, fruits and vegetables offered in amounts a family can consume in one sitting. Remember, those leftover can’t be refrigerated.
When stocking up before the storm, remember canned drinks like juice or powdered milk, and bottled water for drinking. Cooperative extension suggests two quarts of liquid per person per day. Hugh protein foods like peanut butter will come in handy while the power is out. And remember to double check any dietary requirements for infants or the elderly.
For power outage lunches, Hibbs said to stick to sandwiches made from canned goods like chicken or tuna.
“(Canned goods) aren’t always the healthiest choice, but in a pinch they’ll do just fine,” she said.
Not so fast. The storm arriving overnight Monday brings with it the potential for a power outage. Stoves won’t work. Freezers might thaw.
Experts suggest having a food safety and preparation plan in place before the lights go out.
According to an estimate by Stanfield Air System’s Rex Coker, a decently insulated and heated house will maintain a temperature above 50 degrees for at least 36 hours, depending on factors like how often doors are open. But a day and a half is plenty of time for food to spoil.
George Heard, owner of Heard’s Appliance Repair, said food in a freezer won’t fully defrost for three days. But a refrigerator will only keep food cool for up to four to six hours without power. Keep those fridge doors close, said Heard, and all your edibles won’t be lost. Good advice, but what happens when you want a bologna and mustard sandwich? Heard suggests throwing together a make-shift outdoor fridge.
“If it’s cold enough outside, wrap up your food, put it in a cooler and put it outside,” Heard said. “That will keep it cold.”
If you choose to follow Heard’s advice, the U.S. Department of Agriculture suggests you take one extra precaution: make some ice and add it to the cooler.
Fill up a bucket with water and let it freeze outside, then place that homemade ice into the fridge, freezer or cooler to keep perishables safe.
The USDA does warn that placing your food outdoors exposes it to bacteria, animals and can even thaw out your perishables. It may feel cold outside, the agency advises, but direct sun can cause the food to thaw. If there’s a thermometer laying around, toss it in the cooler to monitor whether the temperature has risen above 40 degrees.
Clarke County Cooperative Extension Coordinator Judy Hibbs finds that many homes in Athens don’t have thermometers in the fridge.
If the temperature of a frozen foods doesn’t exceed 40 degrees, Hibbs says it’s still safe. The old rule of thumb, she said, was that if ice crystals were present, then the food was still safe. But as long as it didn’t get too hot, the food is still safe to eat, Hibbs said.
Having a thermometer, which can be picked up while grabbing snow day essentials, is the only way to be sure the food stayed cold, she said.
Hibbs notes that these rules are only for meat and dairy products, not fruits and vegetables. Plant-based foods can be cooled, warmed and cooled again without creating a food safety problem. But quality of the food will be reduced.
The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension suggests every family keep an emergency food supply on hand for situations like this snow storm. For families that haven’t planned such a supply out beforehand, it’s not to late.
Before the storm hits, buy non-perishable foods from the grocery store, say UGA experts. Make sure those purchases included ready-to-eat meats, fruits and vegetables offered in amounts a family can consume in one sitting. Remember, those leftover can’t be refrigerated.
When stocking up before the storm, remember canned drinks like juice or powdered milk, and bottled water for drinking. Cooperative extension suggests two quarts of liquid per person per day. Hugh protein foods like peanut butter will come in handy while the power is out. And remember to double check any dietary requirements for infants or the elderly.
For power outage lunches, Hibbs said to stick to sandwiches made from canned goods like chicken or tuna.
“(Canned goods) aren’t always the healthiest choice, but in a pinch they’ll do just fine,” she said.
Saturday, December 7, 2013
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| Attention Dog Owners |
Most dog owners are very responsible about looking out for their pets, but for the few who either ignore or are ignorant of the Laws the following are a couple of important statutes that have been violated around the neighborhood in recent months. For the sake of the health and safety of your pets and your neighbors please comply with the Chatham County Leash Laws and Cleaning up behind your pet.
§22-203 Restrictions on Dogs Running at Large.
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1. It shall be unlawful for any dog to be on the streets, lanes,
highways, roads or squares of unincorporated Chatham County or
loose on vacant lots or unenclosed lots, so that it may freely
have access to the streets, lanes, highways or squares of
unincorporated Chatham County unless such dog is held firmly
on a leash, by a person capable of maintaining control. It
shall be the duty of any owner or possessor or any person who
harbors or keeps any dog to confine securely by means of
fence, kennel, leash or other device so as to ensure
confinement within the limits of their own premise, the same
within the limits of his own premises and not to permit such
dog to run or have access to run the streets, lanes, highways,
roads or squares or parks of unincorporated Chatham County
except as above set forth or for hunting, field trials and the
working of said dogs.
2. Puppies and kittens are not to run at large. Dogs or cats
less than three months of age shall be confined to their
owner’s premises and not allowed to run at large.
3. Where any animal, dog or cat, whose owner or custodian is
found to be in violation of any provision of this ordinance,
the Animal Control officer shall have a duty and authority to
issue a citation and a subpoena to owner or custodian for the
violation of said article.
§22-210 Disposal of Dog Excrement. It shall be unlawful for any
person who possesses, harbors or is in charge of any dog not
to immediately remove excrement deposited by any dog upon the
common thoroughfares, streets, sidewalks, trees, lawns,
playground areas, parks, squares, and upon other public
premises and the failure to remove said excrement shall be
deemed a public nuisance and is prohibited.
§22-211 Equipment for Removal of Dog Excrement. It shall be the
duty of any person having custody of any dog on public
property to have in such person’s possession a device or
equipment for the picking up and removal of dog excrement. An
acceptable device shall include any plastic or metal
mechanized or non-mechanized device constructed for scooping
pet excrement; a hand shovel or trowel; a plastic or paper
bag; a Styrofoam, plastic or paper cup; or any similar device
that can contain and remove the excrement. The use of sheet
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paper, newspaper, paper napkins, or handkerchief is deemed
unacceptable and unsanitary for removing excrement and shall
not be used. The provisions of this section shall not apply
to a dog aiding the handicapped (i.e., guide dog) or to a dog
when in police or rescue activities.
Failure of the person having custody of the dog to remove the
dog excrement by acceptable device shall constitute a
violation of this ordinance and be subject to a fine of not
less than fifty ($50.00) or greater than two-hundred ($200.00)
dollars.
Friday, November 22, 2013
The Food Drive 2013
The Board of Directors of The Home Owners Association for the Settlement on Wilmington would like to take this Opportunity to Thank all of our neighbors who participated in the Food Drive on 16 November 2013. Your generosity was well appreciated.
Over 365 Pounds of food was collected and 60 families were assisted. This was the most successful Food Drive we've conducted.
We Thank everyone who donated and A Special Thanks goes out to Gary Steigewald, his family and the Food Drive Committee he leads, for their time and effort.
Thursday, November 14, 2013
Tomorrow’s the Day
The Settlement on Wilmington
The Fourth Annual Food Drive
Saturday November 16, 2013
place
donations next to your mail box Tomorrow by noon
A
Sample of Items needed
Any type of canned food, boxed cereal,
peanut butter, jelly, laundry detergent, tooth paste, toilet paper, coffee,
spaghetti sauce, all types of noodles, canned tuna, rice, salad dressing, cookies,
soups of all kinds. Anything else that you would like to donate.
“Look into your Heart’s for the less fortunate and be Thankful
that it’s not you receiving the food”
All the food will be donated to families that
live On Wilmington Island.
Thank
You for your Generosity.
The
Food Drive Committee
Any
question contact Gary Steigerwald at
335-2265 or
garystag1@gmail.com
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
The Settlement on Wilmington
Announces The
Fourth Annual Food Drive
November 16, 2013
Place
donations next to your mail box by noon this Saturday
A
Sample of Items needed
Any type of canned food, boxed cereal,
peanut butter, jelly, laundry detergent, tooth paste, toilet paper, coffee,
spaghetti sauce, all types of noodles, canned tuna, rice, salad dressing, cookies,
soups of all kinds. Anything else that you would like to donate.
“Shop early, Get the FOOD on SALE.”
“Look
into your Heart’s for the less fortunate and beThankful that it’s not you
receiving the food”
All the food will be donated to families that
live On Wilmington Island.Thank You for
your Generosity. The Food Drive Committee
Any
question contact Gary Steigerwald at
335-2265 or
garystag1@gmail.com
Friday, October 18, 2013
Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween is an exciting time of
year for kids, and to help ensure they have a safe holiday, here are some tips
from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
ALL DRESSED UP:
- Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure
that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent
tripping, entanglement or contact with flame.
- Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes
and trick-or-treat bags for greater visibility.
- Because masks can limit or block eyesight, consider
non-toxic makeup and decorative hats as safer alternatives. Hats should
fit properly to prevent them from sliding over eyes.
- When shopping for costumes, wigs and accessories look
for and purchase those with a label clearly indicating they are flame
resistant.
- If a sword, cane, or stick is a part of your child's
costume, make sure it is not sharp or too long. A child may be easily hurt
by these accessories if he stumbles or trips.
- Obtain flashlights with fresh batteries for all
children and their escorts.
- Do not use decorative contact lenses without an eye
examination and a prescription from an eye care professional. While the
packaging on decorative lenses will often make claims such as “one size fits all,” or “no need to see an eye
specialist,” obtaining decorative contact lenses without a prescription is
both dangerous and illegal. This can cause pain, inflammation, and serious
eye disorders and infections, which may lead to permanent vision loss.
- Teach children how to call 9-1-1 if they have an
emergency or become lost.
CARVING A NICHE:
- Small children should never carve pumpkins. Children
can draw a face with markers. Then parents can do the cutting.
- Consider using a flashlight or glow stick instead of a
candle to light your pumpkin. If you do use a candle, a votive candle is
safest.
- Candlelit pumpkins should be placed on a sturdy table,
away from curtains and other flammable objects, and should never be left
unattended.
- To keep homes safe for visiting trick-or-treaters,
parents should remove from the porch and front yard anything a child could
trip over such as garden hoses, toys, bikes and lawn decorations.
- Parents should check outdoor lights and replace
burned-out bulbs.
- Wet leaves should be swept from sidewalks and steps.
- Restrain pets so they do not inadvertently jump on or
bite a trick-or-treater.
ON THE TRICK-OR-TREAT TRAIL:
- A parent or responsible adult should always accompany
young children on their neighborhood rounds.
- If your older children are going alone, plan and review
the route that is acceptable to you. Agree on a specific time when they
should return home.
- Only go to homes with a porch light on and never enter
a home or car for a treat.
- Because pedestrian injuries are the most common
injuries to children on Halloween, remind Trick-or-Treaters.
- Stay in a group and communicate where they will be
going.
- Remember reflective tape for costumes and
trick-or-treat bags.
- Carry a cellphone for quick communication.
- Remain on well-lit streets and always use the sidewalk.
- If no sidewalk is available, walk at the far edge of
the roadway facing traffic.
- Never cut across yards or use alleys.
- Only cross the street as a group in established
crosswalks (as recognized by local custom). Never cross between parked
cars or out driveways.
- Don’t assume the right of way. Motorists may have
trouble seeing Trick-or-Treaters. Just because one car stops, doesn't mean
others will!
- Law enforcement authorities should be notified
immediately of any suspicious or unlawful activity.
- A good meal prior to parties and trick-or-treating will
discourage youngsters from filling up on Halloween treats.
- Consider purchasing non-food treats for those who visit
your home, such as coloring books or pens and pencils.
- Wait until children are home to sort and check treats.
Though tampering is rare, a responsible adult should closely examine all
treats and throw away any spoiled, unwrapped or suspicious items.
- Try to ration treats for the days following Halloween.
©2013 American Academy of
Pediatrics
Thursday, October 17, 2013
The Settlement on Wilmington
Announces The
Fourth Annual Food Drive
November 16, 2013
place
donations next to your mail box by noon that Saturday
A
Sample of Items needed
Any type of canned food, boxed cereal,
peanut butter, jelly, laundry detergent, tooth paste, toilet paper, coffee,
spaghetti sauce, all types of noodles, canned tuna, rice, salad dressing, cookies,
soups of all kinds.
Anything else that you might think of to donate.
“Shop early, Get the FOOD on SALE.”
“Look
into your Heart’s for the less fortunate and beThankful that it’s not you
receiving the food”
All the food will be donated to families that
live On Wilmington Island.
Thank You for
your Generosity.
From The Food Drive Committee
Any
question contact Gary Steigerwald at
335-2265 or
garystag1@gmail.com
Saturday, October 12, 2013
Friday, October 11, 2013
Thursday, October 10, 2013
Be sure to come to the HOA meeting!
Sunday 13 October at 4 PM.
Being held at Settlement Court.
Bring your own refreshments and Chairs
Sunday 13 October at 4 PM.
Being held at Settlement Court.
Bring your own refreshments and Chairs
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Wednesday, October 9, 2013
Settlement Court Cul-da-sac
Sunday 13, October 2013 at 4 PM
AGENDA
1)
Acceptance of proxies
2)
Determination of members
present3) Secretary’s Report
4) Treasurer’s Report
5) President’s Report
6) Old Business
7) Election/explanation of procedure
8) Member comments/concerns
9) Counting of ballots and results
10) New business
11) Adjourn
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