Spring has sprung! And if April showers bring May flowers, we should have an abundance this year. April was pretty impressive in my book. The daffodils, azaleas, creeping phlox, peonies, bearded iris and roses have really brought our garden to life. If you’re like me, and enjoy playing in the dirt, this is probably your favorite time of the year. I can’t help but feel like a kid in a candy store when I walk through Sloan’s garden section. I want one of everything!
In preparation for spring, we asked retired Ecologist, Randy Vogel, to speak to us about the benefits of the Park & Rec Department’s Green Space initiative. While the project’s primary purpose is a restoration effort, a healthy forest reduces the risk of forest fires. Who knew?! Randy, along with several HOA members, joined the Wild Bunch in April to begin planting in select areas along our Tellico Village trails. While enjoying the beauty of our numerous community trails, look for the pink flags that are a sign of recent planting.
Following Randy’s presentation, Tellico Village Volunteer Fire Department Chief Dougherty provided an overview of the extraordinary equipment and services his team provides to residents. He reminded us of the importance of enrolling in the Yellow Dot Program and 911 Address Advisory Form to provide first responders with critical information about a patient’s pre-existing conditions, medications, and how first responders can get to you in the event you are immobile. Additionally, Chief Dougherty recommended residents enroll in Loudon County’s Emergency Notification program that is used to communicate emergency evacuation orders and other critical safety information. If you haven’t already enrolled in these safety programs, please take the time to sign up in the near future. It just may save your life or the life of a loved one.
By bringing in guest speakers at our monthly socials, the HOA not only provides a platform for organizations to share their goals and missions but also enriches the community by educating residents on various initiatives. This interaction promotes a sense of unity and awareness and enables members to actively participate in upcoming events and support causes that matter to them. Your attendance and involvement play a crucial role in the success of these gatherings. Thank you for being an active participant and contributing to the growth and success of our community
If you’ve been keeping up with the POA Board meetings, you know the Residential Bluebook was recently updated to add a section on Home Generators, a Landscape Alteration Permit and a Demolition Permit. A handful of other alterations were also made, including changes to the section on fencing. Don’t be caught by surprise. Take a few minutes to review the amended document and the highlighted changes, available on the POA’s website in the section titled Under Board Review.
As we anxiously await the results of the RDII studies currently being done, we’re pleased the Design Phase of the Kahite pump station has finally gained Board approval to move forward. In our April POA/HOA leadership meeting, Matt indicated this phase will take approx. 12 months to complete. Therefore, actual work to replace the Kahite pump station is not likely to occur until Q2, 2026, with the main village pump stations to follow in 2027 and beyond. We discussed ideas that could improve this timeline, and we will continue to monitor this project and keep you informed as the project progresses.
May is beautiful in Tellico Village and a great time to get out and enjoy the weather with family and friends. I hope to see you at one of the numerous events we have to offer and at our May 13th Social.
Kind regards,
Linda Garza
2025 HOA President
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