March 2026 Newsletter

by | Mar 2, 2026 | Newsletters

🗓️ Mark Your Calendar

  • March 1, 3:00 pm, CWHOA Board elections
  • March 4, Powder Springs Reside With Pride
  • March 13-15, Cobb Library Spring Book Sale
  • March 17, Social Committee monthly meeting
  • March 28, 11:00 am, Annual Treasure Hunt
  • April 13, 6:30 pm, CWHOA Board meeting

Our CWHOA board elections will be held on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 3 pm in the CWHOA Community Room. You will be able to vote in person at the meeting. Proxies forms will also be available if you want to ask a neighbor to vote on your behalf.

Reside With Pride

On Wednesday, March 4, the City of Powder Springs Public Works department will pick up discarded furniture, appliances, and many other items that aren’t usually accepted in the weekly trash pickup.

More details about what can and can’t be picked up are available from the city’s website at this link.

Always Clean Up After Your Dog!

Every responsible dog owner in Country Walk knows that you need to clean up after your pet right away, whether you’re walking down the sidewalk or playing on the field, whether it’s private property or common areas. We do not have a sanitation committee to take care of this for you: if it is your pet, it is your responsibility to clean up after them.

The City of Powder Springs follows Cobb County’s Animal Control policies (Ord. No. 2006-16, 8-21-2006). Section 10-138(b) states: “Persons who permit their animals to defecate on public or private property other than their own property are required to immediately pick up the feces, bag the feces, and properly dispose of the feces. Animal waste shall be removed by placing said matter in a closed or sealed container and thereafter disposing of it in the animal owner’s or public trash receptacle, sanitary disposal unit or other closed or sealed refuse container.” Please note that violations of any part of this ordinance subjects you to a fine. Animals that “damage, soil, defile, eliminate or defecate on private property other than its owner’s property or on public property” are considered to be “nuisance animals” and can be reported to Cobb County Animal Control as such (Section 10-9).

All pets must be kept on a leash and be under the physical control of a responsible person at all times while outdoors unless in an approved containment area.  

If you see an animal running loose in the neighborhood, contact Cobb County Animal Control.  (770) 499-4136

Let’s Keep Our Tennis Courts and Playground Clean and Tidy

Parents, please do not allow your children to remove the river rocks along the sides of the tennis courts, as they are there to help stop the drainage of water, protect the landscaping and beautify Country Walk Amenities area.

Parents, please don’t allow your children to dig and put dirt on the basketball courts.

And of course, please pick up all trash when you are at the playground.

Social Committee Monthly Meeting and Call for Volunteers

Our next monthly Social Committee meeting will be Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:30 pm in the CWHOA Community Room. Social Committee meetings are the third Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm.

As our community grows, we will be able to have more successful events and activities. We are depending on YOU to make it happen without overburdening just one or two volunteers. We understand that each of your families have enormously busy schedules, and we know how important it is for you to have family time. However, it is vitally important that we acquire your assistance for each planned event. Our major events require 5-7 volunteers for 2-3 hours set up and take down decorations. If you volunteer, you won’t be alone: Our board members will also serve as volunteers.

Please contact me via phone or text message at your earliest convenience to sign up as a volunteer for future events. We’d also like to get teens more involved in planning activities for their peers, and contributing to the monthly newsletter.

Sonjanique Ferrell
(409) 766-0900

The Social Committee is looking for youth who are interested in writing articles for the newsletter, taking pictures at events, designing flyers and creating advertisements. The youth will be given community service hours for their participation.

If you are interested in participating, please click on the link to contact Sonjanique Ferrell.

Treasure Hunt Volunteers Needed!

Due to Easter falling on the first weekend of April along with school being out, the annual Treasure Hunt will take place on the playing field at the front of the neighborhood on March 28th, 2026 at 11am.

We are looking for a few volunteers to help prepare for this event:

  • Meet the week before to help stuff bags
  • Decorating crew 

And a few more to help out on Saturday:

  • Help put down eggs and prizes @ 9:30am March 28th (4 people)
  • Pass out snacks and water (2 people)
  • Need fun, enthusiastic volunteers to run games (3 people) 

Students, please note: community service hours will be given for your participation.

Help Us Find the Best Yard in Country Walk!

Beginning in the next calendar quarter, we will be taking nominations for best yard. One homeowner will be selected each quarter. The prize is a $100 gift card. We are looking for homes with well-manicured yards, in compliance with ACC rules, and no pending violations.

Factors that will be considered are:

  1. General appearance: Grass mowed and edged, weed free, green with no brown grass = 20 pts.
  2. General neatness: Garbage cans out of sight; no toys, bikes, etc. on front lawn; hoses rolled up; air conditioners hidden by shrubs, etc. = 20 pts.
  3. Planting beds cleaned and edged = 10 pts.
  4. Walks, driveways, and curbs edged and swept = 10 pts.
  5. Shrubs neatly pruned = 10 pts.
  6. Color contrast = 10 pts.
  7. Overall landscape design in keeping with the architecture of the house = 10 pts.
  8. The front lawn has a discernable, intentionally balanced landscape design = 10 pts.

Our inaugural New Horizons karaoke night was a tremendous success. The evening featured a diverse range of musical genres, including rock and roll, blues, gospel, and country. Highlights included a special performance of “You Are My Sunshine” by young Charlie and her father, as well as an impressive harmonica set.

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Vaughn for providing the professional sound equipment and technical support that made this event possible.

Please be advised that there will be no New Horizons activity scheduled for the month of March.

Best regards,
Pat James, New Horizons Coordinator

The HOA board is pleased to announce that Rid Property Services, a locally owned firm, is our new landscaping company.

March’s ACC focus for inspection: visible trash barrels & recycle barrels.

ACC Updates:

ACC Reminders:

  • ACC has up to 45 days to vote on projects, please plan accordingly. Not all votes can be expedited due to vacations/work/scheduling. The more information that is provided, the better the chances are for a quicker approval. Diagrams, measurements, specifying materials, listing approved paint colors and numbers, and attaching copies of any necessary permits from the City of Powder Springs to the original request will reduce the back and forth and get your project approved quicker. 
  • Any project change or modification that can be seen from the road must have approval from the ACC via an approved Modification Request.

Work done without submission of a modification form and without ACC approval is subject to a non-negotiable $750 fine.

If you have any questions about upcoming projects or violations, please email modifications@allinonemgmt.com. 

2024-2025 AMENITIES AREA RULES

Amenities Area Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Pool Hours: Closed for the season
Playground, Basketball & Tennis Court Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm

  1. No smoking or vaping in the gated area of the amenities.
  2. No animals allowed except for certified service animals.
  3. Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
  4. No skates, skateboards, bikes, or motorized vehicles except for mobility assistance equipment.
  5. Be considerate of others; no loud music, yelling, cursing and other such behaviors.
  6. All amenities are first-come first-serve unless there is a reservation.
  7. If an HOA member wishes to have more than 4 guests, they must make a reservation.
  8. HOA members not in good standing cannot be considered guests of other HOA members.
  9. Guests of the Country Walk homeowner must always be accompanied by that homeowner at all times.
  10. Members are responsible for damages caused by themselves or their guests.
  11. Any members or guests who break these rules or act in any way deemed inconsiderate or inappropriate by the board may be asked to leave the premises and could face further penalty.

Community Room Rental

  1. The Community Room may be reserved only by Country Walk Homeowners that are in good standing with the HOA.  A $250 security deposit is required, to be refunded upon inspection of facilities for damage and key returned.  A $100 non-returnable rental fee is required.
  2. The Country Walk Homeowner must be in attendance at all times during the function.
  3. The number of guests at any reserved function is limited to 50 per the Fire Marshall.

Visit https://countrywalk.org/amenity-request-form/ to reserve an amenity.

Make a Splash! Become a Pool Monitor

Want to earn some part-time income close to home? CWHOA is now hiring pool monitors, and the pay is $15/hour.

Applicant Requirements:

  • All applicants must be 16+ years old.
  • CPR training.
  • Homeowners must be in good standing.
  • Resume should include 2+ references and your CW address.

Pool Monitor Responsibilities:

  • Monitor residents entering the pool gate.
  • Ensure all guests are signed in.
  • Enforce pool rules of conduct.
  • Report incidents of inappropriate behaviors to the amenities manager.
  • Ensure the deck chairs, umbrellas, and tables are orderly.
  • Other duties as assigned.

If you are interested, please email Sara Dougherty at sarad@countrywalk.org. If you need CPR training, it is available online from the Red Cross here.

Still Accepting Amenities Manager Applications

We are continuing to accept applicants for an Amenities Manager for Country Walk.

This individual is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, cleanliness, and functionality of a building’s facilities and grounds. Key duties include maintenance and cleaning, managing budgets, scheduling repairs and projects, ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations, and coordinating with vendors and contractors and getting estimates for repairs. This role requires strong leadership, budget management, and problem-solving skills to ensure the facility meets the needs of Country Walk Homeowners Association.

Required skills and qualifications

  • Experience in a management role with a strong customer service focus.
  • Strong leadership and people management skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Ability to develop and implement maintenance and energy programs.
  • Strong financial acumen, including budget management.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Experience with multi-site operations and retail maintenance workflows preferred.

The position offers flexible hours. If you would like to apply for Amenities Manager, please send your resume and salary requirements to sarad@countrywalk.org.

Playground Maintenance Project Update

In the month of February the stump has been ground by the playground. The swing has been repaired. The pool is being stabilized.

Annual HOA Dues Deadlines

The Board is happy to announce that there will be NO increase in assessments in 2026. The first portion of the assessment ($305) was due February 1 and the second half ($305) will be due by April 1.

You may pay both ($610) at the same time if you wish. There are also monthly payment plans available if that is easier on the budget.

Contact All In One at customerservice@allinonemgmt.com and they can give you more information.

Public Service Announcements

Country Store and Storage Update

The Country Store remains temporarily closed.

Cobb Library Spring 2026 Book Sale

The Spring Book Sale will be held at Cobb Civic Center March 13-15, 2026.

Materials for sale include books for all ages in both hardcover and paperback, DVDs, books on CD, magazines, and puzzles. Prices range from 10 cents to $4.00.

Cobb Civic Center is at 548 South Marietta Pkwy SE, Marietta, GA 30060. Hours for the sale are Friday and Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm, and Sunday from 1 pm to 5 pm. There is plenty of free parking.

Acceptable forms of payment are debit, credit, cash, and checks — Visa and MasterCard only. More details on the sale are available by clicking this link.

All profits from this book sale go directly to buying more items for Cobb County Public Library’s 15 branches and bookmobile. Thank you for your support!

Powder Springs Recycling Center

The recycling center will be open on Saturdays and Sundays beginning March 1!

City of Powder Springs Events

CWHOA Information

Monthly CWHOA Board Meeting

The next Country Walk Homeowners Association board meeting will take place on Monday, April 13th at 6:30 pm in the community room. 

If you would like to have the board answer a general question about the neighborhood, or would like more information about the HOA, please click HERE.  Questions and comments stated during the Open Forum will be taken into consideration during the executive session.  After which time, the Board will provide responses as necessary for individual questions/comments.  Open Forum speaking slots are assigned on a first come, first served basis – we encourage homeowners to use the link at the top of this paragraph to secure their speaking slot prior to the meeting.  If time permits, homeowners who do not sign up in advance may be granted a time slot by the Board during the Open Forum.

Got Questions? Get Answers!

Here are the communication procedures and email addresses to contact for some of the most frequent requests made to the Country Walk board:

Getting key fob access to the amenities:
This includes the community room, pool, tennis court with pickleball lines, playground, basketball court, and pavilion: poolkey@allinonemgmt.com

Modification requests:
This includes any changes to the exterior of your home, including painting, landscaping, tree removal, fences, trash can enclosures, doors, windows, roofing, or additions: modifications@allinonemgmt.com

General questions and concerns:
This includes questions you can’t find answers for on the community website (https://countrywalk.org/welcome/), Country Walk, or All in One: customerservice@allinonemgmt.com

Violations and fines:
If you receive a compliance letter and have questions, concerns, or wish to dispute the violation, please contact the compliance department promptly to discuss them. Communication is key in ensuring that the compliance department can update your account accordingly regarding your progress, and that they can make notes on your account pertaining to any anticipated delays as you continue to work to resolve any open violations: violations@allinonemgmt.com

Paying dues or fines:
Online:
You can make a one-time payment online at https://allinonemgmt.com/. Select the Make a Payment tab and the one-time payment option at the bottom right of the screen. The Association ID is COU, the Management Company ID is 6597.

Mail:
Country Walk HOA
c/o All In One Community Management
P.O. Box 97753
Las Vegas, NV 89193-7753

In Person:
You can take a check or money order to our office at 110 Evans Mill Drive Ste 702 Dallas, GA 30157. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9:30am-5:00pm and Friday from 9:30-4:00pm.

Please be sure any checks or money orders are made out to Country Walk Homeowners Association, Inc. and include your account #.

If for some reason you do not receive or happen to lose your statement, you can always reach out to customerservice@allinonemgmt.com to request a copy. 

Board of Directors & Committee Chairs

Board of Directors
Rick Cantu, President
Sara Dougherty, Vice President
Yvette Brantley, Secretary
Chris Marshall, Treasurer 
Elena Castillo, At-Large
Pat James, At-Large
Dameon Mitchell, At-Large
Tricia Ortega, At-Large
Will Roberts, At-Large

Committee Chairs
Dameon Mitchell and Sara Dougherty, ACC Co-chairs
Vacant, Amenities Manager
Marge Tamas, Communication Chairperson
Pat James, New Horizons Chairperson
Sonjanique Ferrell, Social Chairperson
Elena Castillo, Welcome Chairperson