Walton Co. Water Rates on the Rise

The Walton County Water Department is currently studying a rate increase this year and additional rate increases for the following two years.

Currently, the water rate for the county is $18.65 for the first 2,000 gallons. This will increase to $20. Beyond that, the cost of water will go from $5.80 per 1,000 gallons, up to 8,000 gallons, will be $6.21. Beyond 8,000 to 16,000 gallons, the rate will be $7.24 per 1,000 gallons, and anything beyond 16,000 gallons will cost $11.57 per 1,000 gallons.

To read more, go here.

Practice Your Fly Fishing Skills Locally

Every Wednesday is Fly Fishing Day at Meridian Park on Highway 81. The 24-acre park features a picturesque lake surrounded by a mile-long walking track, picnic tables, benches, a playground and an outdoor classroom. The lake is stocked with catfish and bream and is open seasonally for fishing.

To learn more, go here.

HOA Fees Due

The annual LaFayette Ridge HOA fees are due.

The majority of the dues in our budget are used to pay for the lighting (and repairs), landscaping, and the maintenance of our subdivision entrance as well as supplies for our neighborhood parties and events.

For 2011, the dues will be $35. Make checks payable to the “Lafayette Ridge Homeowners Association.”

Please submit payment to our Treasurer, Paul Smith, by June 15th.

Note: you do not have to be an “active member” of the homeowners association to do your part & contribute.

Financial records are always ready for your review. Contact Paul for more info.

Gwinnett Fire Dept. Event Created by LaFayette Ridge Neighbor

Students from across the county gathered at the Gwinnett County Fire Academy in Dacula on May 6 for a special event. The FLAME (Firefighters Lunch and Mentoring Experience) celebrated another year of helping area students by giving program participants the opportunity to learn about the rigorous training needed to become a firefighter, paramedic or emergency medical technician during a special lunch and day camp.

Battalion chief Eddie Meyers, a resident of LaFayette Ridge, founded the program three years ago.

Walton County Burn Ban

Walton County is under an outdoor burn ban. The ban went into effect May 1 and remains in force until Sept. 30. All types of outdoor or open burning are prohibited during this time.

More information is available here.

Neighborhood News

Get well soon wishes are being sent to Tom Scruggs who is battling a serious health problem.

Our prayers are with Olivia Taylor so that her foot will heal in time for her upcoming dance recital(s).

Happy (belated) 40th anniversary to Alvin and Linda Kidd!

Happy 1st Birthday to our newest neighbor, Logan Farmer.

HOA dues are still being calculated for 2011. Electrical repairs are needed on the front entrance lights and Paul will notify neighbors of the fee when the bill is tallied.

Pics from the Spring Cookout

The spring cookout was held Saturday night in Emma's backyard. We had the best turnout in many years. Eighteen families were represented. Thanks Ms. Emma for hosting us once again.