Check out the Abbottsford Little Free Library throughout December for new selections, including a variety of holiday titles. Contact Amy Lyles Wilson at hamblett2@mac.com if you have books/puzzles to donate. Thank you!

Summary Semi-Annual Homeowners Meeting November 2022
On Monday, November 14, 2022, the fall Semi-Annual Homeowners meeting was held
at the Abbottsford clubhouse.

The BOD wanted to provide you with a synopsis of the meeting. After introductions and
establishing a quorum, an update from the Abbottsford committees was presented that
summarized their work over the past year and their anticipated projects along with
expenses for 2023. A summary is provided below for your review.

Brad Pendleton provided a financial update by reviewing Year to Date income and
expenses. He also reviewed the opening of a Raymond James account to obtain better
interest rates for our reserve CDs and still have full FDIC protection for each of the CDs.

Next the proposed budget for 2023 was presented. There was a great deal of
discussion regarding the budget, particularly the proposed 15% monthly dues increase.
After all questions were answered, voting by paper ballot occurred. The final count of
votes from those in attendance as well as those who submitted a proxy was performed.
The budget passed with 43 Yes votes compared to 17 No votes. The new budget and
monthly dues of $345.00 per month will be effective January 1, 2023.

2023 Board Priorities and Projects:

 Address landscape issues esp. those highlighted by drought such as dying trees
 Begin replacement of irrigation system (at end of life)
 Repair Pool, including deck, plumbing, and pump
 Manage finances to stay on budget
 Enhance neighborhood security
 Increase engagement opportunities
 Bring fiber internet capabilities to Abbottsford

The BOD and Cody thank you for your support and we will continue to work to make
Abbottsford the premiere community of Green Hills and the surrounding area.

Chris, Breck, Nancy, Brad, Ashley, and Cody

Cody Carroll has a new email address. You may now reach him at abbottsford615@gmail.com. This email is posted at the guardhouse, pool area, as well as on the website. Additional questions and comments can also be sent to abbottsfordhoa@gmail.com.

Hello Abbottsford. In the interest of community education, we are providing the below information to make you aware of an area of concern among residents.

Several homes in the community have experienced some form of water supply line issue in past years. As the Nashville area continues to grow, and Metro Water adds, repairs, and replaces service lines throughout the area, water pressures can experience lows and highs in service pressure. As a general rule, water pressures should be between 50-70psi. Over 80psi is considered “too high”. In more recent years, pressure reducing devices have been made standard building code for homes, but that was not the case when many Abbottsford homes were built. Your home may not have a water pressure regulator or expansion system installed. The Water Department has a duty to make sure water lines have enough pressure to provide effective service for every home and business in Nashville. The responsibility of protecting the home from overpressure does fall on the homeowner. A common failure point are plastic connections and metal crimps, including supply lines (see below) and shut off valves. The connections are prone to stress failures after years of use, and not just from water pressure. The next time you have a qualified plumbing service at your home, you may consider having them check your water pressure, as well as plastic supply line fittings and shut off valves. For more information click here. For a DIY water pressure test tool, try this. Stay dry!