Wednesday, May 28, 2003

"Anything" does not go here.

Once upon a time the current Wynnmeade subdivision population counted their blood-sweat-and-tears money and moved to the first subdivision built in Peachtree City.

Personally, before making a permanent decision, on a few occasions, I drove through Wynnmeade during the day and then again during the night. I decided to take a chance and purchase a home here because I saw an affordable, quiet, peaceful, and clean community.

After moving in and getting settled, I thought, "What can I do to maintain the value of my home and community?" I started attending the community meetings and eventually became a street captain.

To make a long story short: Homeowners, please just take a moment and look around the neighborhood. If you are a homeowner and thinking of moving away, ask yourself, "Why am I moving?"

For whatever the reason, especially if it's because you don't care about Wynnmeade and are throwing in the towel, just think and remember the Wynnmeade homeowners who are not moving care about you and your property, and are not throwing in the towel.

There are dedicated homeowners who are not leaving and would praise you for making sure your rental property is maintained and not standing out as a sore thumb.

Renters, please take a moment and look around the neighborhood. There is no shame in the name of renting. It's all about living in a peaceful environment. We're all in this together.

It's up to all of us to construct Wynnmeade as a positive environment and keep our name out of negative news headlines.

In conclusion, Wynnmeade's legally incorporated homeowners association works diligently with all departments of the city to maintain a comfortable, safe, and law-abiding neighborhood. We take pride in our neighborhood by working very closely with the police and code enforcement officials and holding community meetings.

When people hear the name Wynnmeade, they need to know we are a community that cares about our homes and families, and not a place where "anything goes." We work long and hard on the rehabilitation, renovation and restoration of our community. To all residents, continue to be part of the solution and not the problem. Keep attending meetings to find out what's going on.

J.L. Preston

Peachtree City