Millcreek Place Gazette

2019-03-21T09:27:00.001-05:00

May Free-for-All

2013-05-31T10:41:00.000-05:00

The free-for-all is a post where the homeowner is invited to make a comment on any topic pertaining to the Millcreek Place community.

To make or read a comment you need to click on the title and you will see all of the previous comments and a box to allow you to enter your comment. You can either sign your name or remain anonymous.

May Yard of the Month

2013-05-15T11:47:00.000-05:00

Please review the following homes for yard of the month and make your selection to the right. To see your vote recorded you need to press enter and then press the refresh button two or three times or simply log off and log back on. The refresh button is the little round arrow at top of your screen.

Results of May 13 Homeowners Meeting

2013-05-14T05:09:00.000-05:00

The results of last nights homeowners meeting was the election of Aubrey Hayes, Frank Chase and Maxine Brantley to serve on the board of governors for the coming year. The number attending the meeting was 10. The number voting was 101 of 194 homeowners or 52%.

The annual fee was set at $75 for the coming year.

Items discussed were:

The hearing set in the litigation of Mill Creek Board of Governors v. Terrain Enterprises, Inc. It will be n June 11, 2013 at 9 a.m, in Judge Fairly's courtroom at the Rankin County Chancery Court. The attorney for Mill Creek will attempt to get an order entered allowing the homeowners to amend the covenants based upon a majority lot of the lot owners. All are welcome to attend. A notice will be mailed and emailed soon to all lot owners.
The drainage and erosion issues in Millcreek Place subdivision.
Maintenance of the entryways and possibility of eliminating of the raised beds.
A safety issues of house numbers - The emergency responders have requested that a 4x6 number be placed on each side of the mailbox instead of on the house or curb. This, then brought up the discussion of the standard mailbox for the neighborhood and need for about half of the homeowners perform some TLC on their current mailbox to bring them up to USPS standards.

April Financial Report

2013-05-03T10:54:00.004-05:00

April Financial Report

The fiscal accounting year for the Maintenance Fund runs from June thru May

                              April   Year-to-Date

Income:

 Fees & Interest            -170.00(1)   14,941.08 

Expenses:

  Electric                   585.41       6,029.49 

  Water                       50.07         921.86

  Grounds                    300.00       3,250.00

  Administrative/Legal       153.68       2,533.09

  Landscaping                527.03       2,053.03

  Irrigation                    .00         256.47

  Streets                    300.00         739.47   

  Other                         .00            .00

    

Total Expenses: 1,916.19 15,937.09

Net Income -996.01

(1) Late fees and adjustments. Only 1 homeowner who have not paid the 2012 Annual Fee. Liens have been filled and the next step in collection is to ask the attorney to seek a judgement from the courts.

To view April Bank Statements and Cleared Items click HERE

April Free-for-All

2013-04-30T12:31:00.000-05:00

Rankin County Cleanup Week

2013-04-18T14:02:00.001-05:00

RANKIN COUNTY CLEANUP WEEK

April 29th - May 4th, 2013

During the week of April 29th - May4th, Rankin County will conduct a Spring Cleanup.

There will be 10 locations around the county that will accept items from the public.

ITEMS ACCEPTED NOT APPEPTED

Bulky Items Household Garbage

White Goods Batteries

Waste Tires Flammable Products

Trash, Limbs Acid

Drop-off sites will be operated from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday at the following locations.

Brandon-Recyling Center, 710 Marquette Road
Florence-Old Unit Barn, 406 White Road, Florence
Pearl - 201 Compactor Road, Peatrl
Pelahatchie-Old Unit Barn, Brown Street
Puckett-Means House Moving
Resevoir-Station 3 on Northshore
Richland-Club House on Cleary Road
Plantation Shores-Parking Lot at Richmond Drive & Lewis Road
Star-Old Wood Yard on Mangum Drive
Pisgah-Sandhill Library

If you have any questions, please call the Rankin County Solid Waste Department at 601-825-9213

April Yard of the Month

2013-04-16T10:27:00.001-05:00

Clifford & Louise Sartin

April Yard of the Month

2013-04-15T12:43:00.000-05:00

101 Westlake Drive

202 Greenfield Place

11 Westridge Drive

March Financial Report

2013-04-04T12:52:00.002-05:00

March Financial Report

The fiscal accounting year for the Maintenance Fund runs from June thru May

                              March   Year-to-Date

Income:

 Fees & Interest              20.00(1)   15,111.08 

Expenses:

  Electric                   589.80       5,444.08 

  Water                       50.07         872.79

  Grounds                    300.00       2,950.00

  Administrative/Legal       589.80(2)    2,533.09

  Landscaping                   .00       1,526.00

  Irrigation                    .00         256.47

  Streets                       .00         439.47   

  Other                         .00            .00

    

Total Expenses: 1,709.96 14,020.90

Net Income 1,090.18

1) Late fees. Only 2 homeowners who have not paid the 2012 Annual Fee. Liens have been filled and the next step in collection is to ask the attorney to seek a judgement from the courts.
2) Includes attorney fees,fees to serve homeowners and software fees.

To view March Bank Statements and Cleared Items click HERE

March Free-for-All

2013-03-31T11:10:00.000-05:00

Spring Clean-Up/Fix-Up Time

2013-03-21T10:57:00.000-05:00

Hello Neighbors:

We need your help in cleaning up the neighborhood. If you would please sweep the gutters in front and along side your house and edge the curbs in the next two weeks it would be appreciated. If you don't have the time and would like to have it done for you, we have a neighborhood boy employed to do it for $25 a house.

For all the neighbors who have a drainage ditch between houses it is your responsibility to keep the ditches mowed, if you need help the neighborhood boy will weed-eat and spray them for a fee.

Board of Governors

The Reservoir Community District (RCD)

2013-03-15T16:58:00.001-05:00

The Board of Supervisors today approved the ordnance creating the Reservoir Community District (RCD). The section 2607 - PARKING is the section that is going to bring about the most change in our subdivision. They are:

Section 2607.01 Prohibited Parking or Storage of Vehicles in front and side yards: no vehicle, motor home, transient trailer, boat or trailer shall be parked or stored in any front yard or side yard within any platted residential subdivision (excluding all parts of Barnett Bend and the Vineyards) except within a paved garage, paved carport, paved apron or paved driveway. Driveway cannot cover more than 50% of the front yard and a driveway must be paved with flagstone, brick, asphalt, or concrete.
This basically says you can not park on the grass.
Section 2607.02 Parking and/or storage of any vehicle, motor home, transient trailer, boat or trailer on a public street or public right-of-way is prohibited withing any platted subdivision (excluding all parts of Barnett Bend and The Vineyards) or other district where NO PARKING signs have been installed. EXCEPTION: Parking for isolated, non-recurring gathering, parties, or visitors will be permitted.
This basically says no over night parking of residents on the street.
Section 2607.03 It shall be unlawful to leave parked overnight in any platted subdivision any commercial class of vehicle with more than six wheels, except for a period not to exceed time the truck is required in the conduct of work on the premises.
This basically says that no truck larger that a duel wheel pickup with a sign is allowed to park overnight on a driveway in a platted subdivision.
Section 2607.04 All-terrain vehicles (ATV) shall be parked or stored within a garage or open carport or in a side or back yards if enclosed by solid fencing in a manner that prevents direct visibility from the street or neighboring property.
This basically says no ATV should be visible from the street

Spring Home Maintenance

2013-03-10T10:05:00.001-05:00

Spring is the time to get your yard in shape and take care of any exterior problems that developed over the winter. Here are a few suggestions.

Doors and Windows: Check the paint or other finish on doors, windows and trim. Check windows for broken glass and damaged screens. Repair as needed.
Attic: Check underside of roof for water stains or dampness; if you see any, find how the water is penetrating the roof and eliminate the leakage.
Interior: Check all painted and natural finished surfaces for damp spots, mildew, discoloration, cracks, obulges caused by leaks or condensation of water (including ceilings in closets). I ceilings show any of these problems, determine whether water is coming from above or condensing from humidity within the living space.
Exterior Walls: Check foundation for loose or missing mortor, and for cracks or crumbling.
Roof: Check roof for damage or wear, use binoculars; look for shingles missing, cracked or curled; loot at chimneys, valleys, and metal flashing to see if metal is rusting or bricks are loose or flaking.
Yard: Clean out gutters, a matted layer of leaves or other debris in gutters could cause damage to the boards to which they are attached.

What's Happening in Your Neighborhood

2013-03-08T20:21:00.000-06:00

As the nice weather begins to stroll in, we tend to see more people out and about in the neighborhood. With so much more access to outdoor activities during the spring and summer months, why not get involved with those happening right in your own neighborhood.

The Annual Garage Sale: We have had many calls and emails regarding this event already. Seems as though spring cleaning began early in our area. Please mark your calendar now. This event will be held on April 6. Advertisements will be placed in the local newspapers that Thursday. Signs will be posted at all entrances to attract and direct all potential shoppers. Additionally, balloons will be attached to mailboxes on Saturday, April 6th for all homeowners that will be participating. If you want to participate and/or volunteer to assist with the event, please contact Jessica Hill by April 3rd at jesshill223@gmail.com.

Want to Make Family & Community Memories?

2013-03-08T19:03:00.002-06:00

Jessica Hill is seeking individuals interested in helping out with community events and activities in the coming year. Focusing on having fun with our neighbors and those less fortunate.

Please submit your contact info to jesshill223@gmail.com. Make it a family affair and experience the rewards of community service.

February Financial Report

2013-03-08T11:26:00.002-06:00

February Financial Report

The fiscal accounting year for the Maintenance Fund runs from June thru May

                            January   Year-to-Date

Income:

 Fees & Interest              20.00(1)   15,091.08 

 Expenses:

  Electric                   570.78       4,854.28 

  Water                       33.38         805.03

  Grounds                    300.00       2,650.00

  Administrative/Legal       337.60       1,763.00

  Landscaping                   .00       1,526.00

  Irrigation                    .00         256.47

  Streets                       .00         439.47   

  Other                         .00            .00

    

Total Expenses: 1,241.76 12.294.25

Net Income 2,796.83

1) Late fees. Only 2 homeowners who have not paid the 2012 Annual Fee. Liens have been filled and the next step in collection is to seek a judgement from the courts.

To view February Bank Statements and Cleared Items click HERE

February Free for All

2013-02-28T09:40:00.000-06:00

January Financial Report

2013-02-10T10:00:00.001-06:00

January Financial Report

The fiscal accounting year for the Maintenance Fund runs from June thru May

                            January   Year-to-Date

Income:

 Fees & Interest             200.00(1)   15,061.08 

 Expenses:

  Electric                   560.08       4,283.50 

  Water                       50.07         771.65

  Grounds                    300.00       2,350.00

  Administrative/Legal       324.00       1,425.40

  Landscaping                 58.69       1,526.00

  Irrigation                    .00         256.47

  Streets                     20.00         439.47   

  Other                         .00            .00

    

Total Expenses: 1,513.64 11,052/49

Net Income 4,008.59

1) Lien Fees and late Fees refunds. Only 2 homeowners who have not paid the 2012 Annual Fee. Liens have been filled and the next step in collection is to seek a judgement from the courts.

To view January Bank Statements and Cleared Items click HERE

January Free-for-All

2013-01-31T13:28:00.000-06:00

December Financial Report

2013-01-09T13:03:00.002-06:00

December Financial Report

The fiscal accounting year for the Maintenance Fund runs from June thru May

                            November  Year-to-Date

Income:

 Fees & Interest             210.00(1)   15,258.58 

 Expenses:

  Electric                   554.11       3,723.42 

  Water                       51.74         721.58

  Grounds                    300.00       2,050.00

  Administrative/Legal          .00       1,100.60

  Landscaping                125.00       1,467.31

  Irrigation                    .00         256.47

  Entries                       .00            .00

  Streets                       .00         419.47

  Other                         .00            .00

    

Total Expenses: 1,030.85 9,738.85

Net Income 5,519.73

(1) Lien Fees on Annual Fees Collections refunds. Only 2 homeowners who have not paid the 2012 Annual Fee. Liens have been filled and the next step in collection is to seek a judgement from the courts.

To view December Bank Statements and Cleared Items click HERE

December Free-for-All

2012-12-31T04:45:00.000-06:00

December Yards of the Month

2012-12-18T14:22:00.000-06:00

This month we have two classes of decoration for the Holiday that was chosen as winners;

The next yard of the month selection will be for March, Thanks to everyone for keeping your
yard and home looking great this year. Click on the picture to enlarge it.

November Financial Report

2012-12-02T11:48:00.002-06:00

November Financial Report

The fiscal accounting year for the Maintenance Fund runs from June thru May

                            November   Year-to-Date

Income:

 Fees & Interest              425.00 (1)  15,043.58

Expenses:

 Electric                     556.40       3,169.31

 Water                         95.27         669.84

 Grounds                      300.00       1,750.00

 Administrative/Legal         125.09       1,100.60

 Landscaping                  200.00       1,342.31

 Irrigation                      .00         256.47

 Entries                         .00            .00 

 Streets                         .00         419.47    

 Other                           .00            .00

Total Expenses:             1,276.76       8,708.00

Net Income 6,760.58

(1) Lien Fees on Annual Fees Collections only 4 homeowners who have not paid the 2012 Annual Fee. Payment was not received and 6 liens were filled. Of the 6 liens filled 4 are still out standing. The next step in collection is to seek a judgement from the courts.

To view November Bank Statements and Cleared Items click HERE

Real Estate Report

2012-12-02T03:13:00.000-06:00

Overall the real estate market is definitely improving. According to the National Association of Realtors Nationwide there has been an approximate 13% increase in the pending sales index over last year.
There has been an approximate 17% increase in the South. In the Jackson area, we have seen an approximate 10% increase.
Interest rates are expected to stay low through next year although there has been a slight increase lately to around 3.5% on a 30 year fix in most cases.
There are some very good loan programs currently available including a $14,995 grant program for qualified buyers.
Currently in Mill Creek there are 6 homes listed ranging from $139,900-258,000. While activity is still relatively slow for older homes, there is an increase in the market recently.
Mill Creek is still a very desirable neighborhood and it is very important for everyone to help in maintaining the overall look of the neighborhood to maintain and increase values. By maintaining your property and following the good neighbor code, you not only help sell current homes for sale, but you help maintain and increase the value of your home.
-- Vicki Freeze 601-506-4989 vjfreeze@hotmail.com vicki.freeze@crye-leike.com