Spring 2019 Newsletter

Foxboro Neighborhood NewsGREETINGS FROM THE PRESIDENT’S DESK

The Foxboro HOA Board and our new management company, Property Management Solutions (PMS), held the Annual Foxboro HOA Meeting on February 27, 2019 at the Hyatt Place Hotel. Board elections were held during the meeting with new members being elected. The current Board consists of the following members: Colette Murray Swann-President, Lakesha Fields-Vice President, Willie Smith-Treasurer and Brian Faltus-Member. If you would like to see minutes from the annual meeting, go to http://pmsolutionssc.com/foxboro-hoa-irmo.

The Board would like to thank former Board Members Allison Timpe, Aisha Riley and Debbie Stoner for their years of service to the Foxboro Community.

Foxboro Community Park Fee – A $150 refundable deposit will now be charged to use the Foxboro Community Park. Since there is no regular trash pickup, the HOA Board voted to attach this fee to pay for cleanup after several homeowners left piles of trash following their party/cookout. This fee will be refunded to homeowners if they remove all trash after their function

If you would like to rent the park for your party/cookout, contact PMS via email at office@pmsolutiomssc.com.

If Your Dog Poops, You Must Scoop

No one likes stepping in dog feces, especially if you do not have a pet. Please clean up after your dog once he/she has relieved themselves. Dog waste can contaminate the ground and become a means of passing intestinal parasites

and infections to dogs and people. Picking up the feces prevent a great deal of contamination. Cleanup can reduce veterinary expenses and might even save on human doctor bills. Also, please do not let your dog roam the neighborhood by themselves. Richland County has a poop scoop law with a fine that starts at $250 and a leash law with a hefty fine that starts at $1,078. Let us all do our part in keeping our neighborhood looking and smelling clean.

REMINDER – When cutting your grass, please do not leave clippings in the street.

http://www.rcsd.net/dept/region4.htm

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Contact Information: Property Management

Solutions

201 W. Main Street, Suite D

Lexington, SC 29072

803.996.4846 (office)

803.996.3164 (fax)

office@pmsolutionssc.com

Foxboro Homeowners Association Board Members

President: Colette Swann

Vice President: Lakesha Fields

Treasurer: Willie Smith

Board Member: Brian Faltus

Important Numbers

DNR: (803) 734.3886

Richland County Ombudsman (Animal

Control):

(803) 929.6000

Representative Nathan Ballentine

May Community Meetings-Irmo, Chapin, Ballentine

May 6/ 6:30pm

Ballentine Civic Association - Monthly Membership Meeting - Ballentine Park

The Ballentine Civic Association was formed to help build and support the Ballentine Community. We work hard to keep our community members informed and ware of all events, changes and updates that are happening in our area. We partner with local businesses to help grow and build their services. Our partners are what make our community great and strive to keep those connections strong.

May 8/ 11:30am-1pm

Irmo Chamber of Commerce - Monthly Membership Luncheon – St. Andrews Presbyterian Church

Please join us for our May Chamber Luncheon on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 from 11:30am-1pm at the St. Andrews Presbyterian Church. This month, we will learn about the Prisma Health (Greenville Health System/Palmetto Health merger) and the role they will continue to play in the Irmo community. FATZ Southern Kitchen will be catering.

May 16/ 12-1:30pm

Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce - Monthly Membership Luncheon

Make plans to join us at the Ole Oak Barn Wedding and Event Venue (1155 Holy Trinity Church Road), our Sponsor for our May Chamber luncheon. Kay Jeffcoat, Cancer Survivor, Nurse Navigator helps diagnosed women navigate the healthcare system, providing much needed emotional support. She will be speaking to us about Breast Cancer and our very own LeAnn Bergren may share a few encouraging words as well. Lunch will be provided by Doc’s BBQ.

**NOTE**Go to https://www.nathannews.com/ to catch up on legislative and community information.

Reynard Court Block Party

As new neighbors move in, the homeowners on

Reynard Court thought of a clever way to get to

know their neighbors. They held a block party on

their cul-de-sac.

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Concerns

SAFETY FIRST!

Please obey the speed limit when driving through our neighborhood. We have several long

strips of road and it is easy to accelerate without realizing you are speeding. The many hills

and hidden curves are potential hazards if your vehicle is over the speed limit. So, let’s all

SLOW DOWN and watch out for our neighbors walking to the park or just enjoying a leisurely

stroll. Speed limits will be enforced by the Richland County Sheriff Department.

Solid Waste & Recycling

As you redecorate your homes throughout the year, please keep the following curbside trash removal rules in mind:

Bulk and Large Items

Bulk and large items are collected by appointment only. Such items must be placed at a distance from other pickup items such as yard waste piles or roll carts. Call Richland County at 803-929-6000 to make an appointment or for more information.

Items identified as bulk: Refrigerator, stove, washer, dryer, dishwasher, hot water heater or other large household items. Such items must be generated by the residential household from which they are collected. Doors on all items must be removed prior to pick up.

Bulk item - white goods, such as a washer - This item is picked up with Bulk items.

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A sofa is a Large Item considered a "brown good".

Items that are NOT included for pick up as a large or bulk item: Gym equipment, bikes, pianos/organs, pool tables, TVs, exterior structures (such as fencing, decks, and dog houses), interior remodeling debris, 55 gallon drums, gas engines or car parts.

For questions on the pickup of a specific item, please contact Richland County at 803-929-6000 for more information.     

Construction debris (including carpet, carpet padding, shingles, lumber, bathroom and other plumbing fixtures, cement, sand, and dirt) will not be collected curbside by Richland County and should be taken to a designated Drop-Off Center.

The following items are acceptable for disposal at the Lower Richland Drop-Off Center and the C&D Landfill Drop-Off Center:

Yard Waste and Land-Clearing Debris Earthen material (clay, top soil, sand, gravel, rock) Vegetation (grass, logs, trees and stumps, limbs and brush, mulch)

Bulk/Large Items Furniture (examples: bed frames, mattress and box springs, table, couch, outdoor furniture) White goods, grills, playground equipment and other items. Call in advance for other items.

Construction/Demolition Bricks and blocks, hardened concrete Lumber (treated and non-treated) Shingles and roofing material (no asbestos) Floor covering, (hardwood and vinyl flooring, carpet and padding, tiles) Wall and ceiling coverings, (drywall, plaster and plaster board, paneling, wall paper, tiles) Insulation material (no asbestos) Fiberglass and ceramic, (bathtubs, shower stalls, sinks) Glass windows and mirrors Other physically attached to structure (doors, signs, awnings, shutters) Other structural materials (canvas awnings, swimming pools) Asphalt (cured and hardened) Note: Railroad ties and Creosote (utility) poles are NOT accepted

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Richland County Maintains Two Drop-Off CentersDrop-Off Centers (Manned) that take disposal and recycling items

Richland County C&D Landfill Drop-Off Center 1070 Caughman Road North Columbia, South Carolina Telephone (803) 576-2390 Operational Hours: Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Saturday 7:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.

Lower Richland Drop-Off Center 10531 Garners Ferry Road Eastover, South Carolina Telephone (803) 776-2324 Operational Hours: Monday through Saturday 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Sunday 12:30 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.

Collection Schedule

Recycling, Yard Waste & GarbageMay 1st, 15th and 30thJune 12th and 26th July 10th and 24th August 7th and 21st September 5th and 18th October 2nd, 16th and 30th November 13th and 27th December 11th and 26th

Yard Waste & GarbageMay 8th and 22nd June 5th and 19th July 3rd, 17th and 31st August 14th and 28th September 11th and 25th October 9th and 23rd November 6th and 20th December 4th and 18th

Richland County Solid Waste & Recycling is hosting Richland Recycles Day on Saturday, May 11, 2019.

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Richland Recycles Day is an annual event that gives residents the opportunity to responsibly get rid of old appliances, tires, mattresses, chemicals and more, including paper for shredding.

Richland Recycles Day is 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 11, 2019 at the State Fairgrounds.

CLEAN UP: Are there properties in our neighborhood that are seriously unsightly? Have your efforts to address the problems been

ineffective? Richland County Code Enforcement has been a tremendous help recently in solving problems such as

completely neglected yards, unlicensed and inoperative vehicles, and neglected vacant lots call 803.576.1864.

HOME MAINTENANCE:

Spring is here and that means time to get outside! Have you checked your home’s exterior lately? Are there shutters

fading, gutters falling, fencing leaning or boards missing, garage doors in need of repair? This is a great time to clean

out those beds with overgrown weeds or dead plants, trim bushes and freshen mulch. It is time to begin a regular

schedule of lawn maintenance including cut and edging throughout our growing season.

All homeowners are responsible for maintaining their home and yard in a standard appropriate for the Foxboro

Community. In today’s volatile real estate market it is important to maintain our neighborhood’s appearance to keep our

home values competitive and a place we can all be proud to call home.

Foxboro Park Rules No alcoholic beverages Pets must be on a leash No Glass containers in area Children must be accompanied by an adult Dispose of all trash Do not place animal feces in trash cans

Richland County Animal Care

LicensingPet owners of Richland County are expected to provide their dogs or cats over the age of four months with a current rabies vaccination from a licensed veterinarian and a current pet tag issued by Richland County Animal Care.

In Richland County the penalty for an unlicensed pet is $500.00.

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Some of the benefits of licensing your pet Include: A pet license identifies and protects your dog or cat in case they get lost. A pet wearing a County tag lets the Animal Care Officer know that this dog or cat belongs to someone. A pet license ensures that animals are vaccinated against rabies. The County staff will notify you immediately to redeem your pet. Your pet will get a longer care period. Found pets can be reunited quickly with their owner.

To report a found pet with a County Tag or other identification tag, please call (803) 576-2461 to report this. The information will be forwarded to Animal Care. If you would like the animal picked up, please inform the Customer Service Representative of this.

You may apply for a pet license by mail, in person, or online.

Requirements

The pet owner is required to show proof of rabies vaccination from a licensed veterinarian and proof of spay/neuter if applicable. Pet owners are also required to renew their license every year. Your pet license is good for one year. You will be notified by mail one month before your renewal date.

The cost to license a spayed or neutered pet is $4.21 The cost to register a fertile pet is $21.07

The fee of $4.21 may apply to fertile pets if you can provide one of the following:

A statement from a licensed veterinarian that the animal, due to health reasons, could not withstand spay/neuter surgery.

Proof of participation in a nationally recognized conformation or performance event within the past twelve (12) months.

Any owner of a dog that is currently being used for hunting purposes and has properly been registered with a nationally recognized organization which sanctions hunting tests and/or field trials.  Such registration must be accompanied by proper documentation that will be required to receive this exemption.

http://www.richlandcountysc.gov/Government/Departments/Animal-Care

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Recipe Corner: Chicken Soft Tacos

Ingredients:

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 pounds), cut up and skin removed 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles 1/3 cup chopped onion 2 tablespoons chili powder 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 10 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed 1-1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1-1/4 cups salsa 1-1/4 cups shredded lettuce 1 large tomato, chopped Sour cream, optional

Directions:

Place the chicken in a 4-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the tomato sauce, chiles, onion, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low until chicken is tender and juices run clear, 5-6 hours.

Remove the chicken. Shred meat with two forks and return to the slow cooker; heat through. Spoon 1/2 cup chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top with cheese, salsa, lettuce, tomato and sour cream if desired; roll up.

Nutrition Facts

2 tacos: 749 calories, 29g fat (13g saturated fat), 157mg cholesterol, 1454mg sodium, 64g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 5g fiber), 52g protein.

https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/chicken-soft-tacos/

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