Issue-19 September 2021 - Kellswater Bridge Residents!
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Issue-19 September 2021
Our mission is to enhance our quality of life by maintaining our common areas and upholding our Covenants, Declarations, and By-Laws.
As representatives of the homeowners, we will take an ethical and objective approach in representing their interests. We will seek out and support
initiatives that strengthen resident bonds and will take actions necessary to maintain a safe, friendly & aesthetically pleasing place to live.
We envision a neighborhood that represents a high quality of living and is considered a desirable place to live by residents and non-residents alike. We encourage and support an association of neighbors who voluntarily work together to increase property values and promote the spirit of respect, caring, community, family, and friends.
Sipala Girls: Kohai, Mochi, Bunny McSweeney
Introducing the Sipala girls on Keady Mill Loop! After our sweet old hairless lady Majide passed
away over the summer, we knew our home needed more puppy love. Kohai, our 7 year old
Chihuahua/Boston Terrier was de nitely feeling lonely.
We found our two precious new additions, a bonded pair, from a rescue in SC in October.
Mochi is our new old lady, a 12 year old toy poodle, and Bunny McSweeney is the most
beautiful 2 year old Chihuahua with ginormous fox ears. They settled right in like they’ve been
a part of the family for years.
Mochi knows what she likes, and that is snuggling in Daddy’s arms all the time. If she’s not
there, then she’s following him around waiting to be picked up. She is greatly loved in spite of
her incredibly stinky breath. Like, seriously, imagine the worst smell and multiply x10!
Bunny McSweeney is a little timid, but the sweetest most loving Mommy’s girl. My husband
makes fun of me because I’ve always proclaimed my love for big dogs and not liking
Chihuahuas, and yet, I’m totally gaga for this little sweet pea! She loves burrowing in her
blankie and saving us from scary deliveries. (apologies to anyone who rings the doorbell! lol)
Kohai is a fat little food monster who loves belly rubs and food. Not sure which one she loves
more. She de nitely feels better having more sisters around, even though she totally tries to
boss them around too.
Our household just wasn’t complete without these adorable doggos. Our (human) girls love
that they snuggle and keep them company while they’re doing online school, and our boys
give them lots of pets.
Want to nominate your pet?
Email pics and a story to: social@kwbresidents.com
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Ice Cream will be provided by the social committee. Music, and a food truck will be on site. (More details to follow as finalized.)
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For More Events, Please Check the KWBResidents Website or Social Facebook Page
!
Fall registration is open for Soccer Shots with
classes for ages 2-9 on Tuesday, Wednesday &
Thursday evenings at Winbeck Park.
The first session starts the week of August 31st and
goes thru late October with built in weather dates.
You can sign up and find more information here.
https://greatercharlotte.soccershots.com/search?
st_t=1072&st_ti=1439&loc=149.
The following is a list of things that have been going in Kellswater that you might have seen or
heard about and maybe some you didn’t know!
The 2021 Board is getting started for the year and will be addressing
Kellswater Bridge Board 2021:
issues facing the community.
Kellswater Bridge Website: A New Year, a New Look, the Kellswater Bridge Residents website has undergone a full re-design
and this was donated by RPM-3D, Inc. *Update*: A games section has been created for residents to enjoy.
Kellswater Bridge Committees: Committee sign ups have been processed and committees have been formed. Its never to late
to volunteer though, please send your request to be on a committee to board@kwbresidents.com if interested!
BasketBall Rims: New Rims have been received and installed.
Tennis Court Nets: Nets have been repaired.
Doggie Station on Crellman: Station has been installed.
Irish-Bu alo Greenway Entrance: Phase 3 Entrance is now available
Irrigation Repairs: Various repairs have been completed to the irrigation system to keep the common area landscaping watered.
Roger’s Lake (Phase 3) Banners: Installed
Crellman to Duneigh Open Area: Brush Mowed
BasketBall Rims: Repaired 1 rim that was damaged
Security System: Installed at Clubhouse Area.
BasketBall Court Bench and Trash Can: Concrete Pad Poured, Awaiting Bench Arrival.
Pavilion Ceiling Fans: New ceiling fans are installed.
Water Fountain: Top Pump Went Out, Getting Quotes for Replacement.
Playground Chips: New Chips have been Installed.
There are still many other things going in the community at this time, please be patient as the committee’s and KWB Board
address the issues and make plans to resolve them.
The Board appreciates everyone’s e orts in accomplishing these projects and couldn’t get it all done without everyone involved.
If you have concerns, questions or issues you would like to present to the KWB Board and Committees:
Please go to www.kwbresidents.com and email the appropriate committee.
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The following is a list of things that have been chosen as priorities to accomplish in 2021.
We hope to be able to get them all accomplished but know that sometimes things just don’t work out, or things will come up from time to time that’s unforeseen and will be taken care on a priority basis However we are striving to
accomplish as much as possible this year within this list:
Social Committee:
• July 4th – July 4th Pool Party
• More Events Coming Soon…
Pool Committee:
• Repair of some pool furniture and or replacement
Landscape/Facilities Committee:
• Irrigation System Repair (Various Line Repairs and Sprinkler Head Replacements Needed, as well as possible controller/pump replacements)
• Playground Chip Re ll (Installed)
• Doggie Station at top of Crellman area (Installed)
• Security Cameras for Community as well as security lighting in community areas (Installation Complete at Clubhouse/Pool/Park Area)
• Bench and TrashCan for Basketball Court Area (Cement Pad Poured, Awaiting Bench to arrive.)
• Replacement/Repair of Pillar Veneer at Entrance Waterfall (Approved and awaiting work to be completed)
• Replacement/Repair of Veneer at Main Bridge (Approved and awaiting work to be completed)
• Inspect and get quotes for Private Drive Asphalt repaving and repair (SW Section of Kelsey Plaza)
• Inspect various Ground Lighting around the common areas and quote for repairs as needed
• Flag Banner poles and Banners for Roger’s Lake Entrance (Phase 3) (Installed)
• Ceiling Fans for Pavilion (Installed).
• Down Tree area ll-ins last count was 13 around the neighborhood (Postponed till Fall as suggested)
• Replace Water Fountain Top Pump (Getting Quotes for Replacement)
• Higher Amp Circuits at Water Fountain (Roundabout) for lights and pumps, Fix Electrical outlet that keeps tripping.
Other Items To Accomplish in 2021:
Builders are in process of constructing the Greenway entrances as soon as they can.
One will be located near the tennis courts and the second will be in phase 3 (Second Entrance now available in Phase 3)
The Board appreciates everyone’s e orts in accomplishing these projects and couldn’t get it all done without everyone involved.
If you have concerns, questions or issues you would like to present to the KWB Board and Committees:
Please go to www.kwbresidents.com and email the appropriate committee.
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DISPELLING ARC MYTHS
Dispelling ARC Landscape/Garden Myths
Can I plant owers in my existing beds without an ARC request? Yes.
Can I remove and replace the builder provided bushes in my front ower beds? This is a two
part answer – yes, but changes to the plants/shrubs should be of similar size and color (once
mature) to the original landscape of the home. If you want to use other plants/shrubs, send an
email to arch@kwbresidents.com and ask if some type of plant/bush is allowed. An ACC member
will provide a response and let you know what is allowed, or if an ARC request must be submitted.
Can I add ower beds or enlarge my existing one without an ARC request? No, this would be
considered a landscaping project under Section 3.0.3 of the Design Standards and requires an ACC
Alterations and Additions Submittal Checklist to be submitted to the ACC for review and approval
as it would be considered an exterior change or addition to your property. An ARC request, along
with an annotated copy of your site survey, is also required.
Can I change the pine straw in my front ower beds for mulch or stones without an ARC
Request? Yes you can. The ACC prefers brown or black mulch, however, red is OK. For the stones
they should be river rock with the colors being browns, tans, earth tones, etc. and no more that
about 3 inches in size. No white marble or gravel is allowed.
I want to add a border to my front ower beds. What is allowed? Do I need to submit an ARC
request? Look at what you neighbors have done. The black plastic, metal, neutral color brick type
pavers, larger stones are all OK. The only time you would have to submit a request is if you want to
install a poured, curb type border (there is one in the neighborhood and it was approved).
I want to add trees and bushes in my backyard to create some privacy. Do I need to submit an ARC
request? Yes, as this would be considered a landscaping project. An ARC request, ACC Alterations
form, and a copy of your site survey with the proposed locations marked on it are required. See
Section 3.0.3.
Why do I need to have my neighbors sign the ACC Alterations and Additions Submittal
Checklist form now? I didn’t need it for a project last spring? The ACC wasn’t enforcing that
requirement, and they should have been. Last summer an issue arose between neighbors when a
project wasn’t clearly communicated, the ACC became the mediator to resolve the issue. Since
then the ACC has required this form (See Section 3.0.3) for all projects. Your neighbors signature
isn’t approval of your project, just acknowledgement that they have seen (or are aware of) what
you want to do. They can provide a comment to the ACC if they wish, but that is not required.
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KWB POOL
Get Access to Amenities: Please go to this link and ll out the access form:
http://www.kwbresidents.com/Documents/PoolFitnessForm.pdf
Location: 3033 Keady Mill Loop (Behind the Clubhouse)
The Kellswater Pool o ers fun in the sun with friends, family and residents.
AquaTech has done a great job getting the pool ready for the 2021 season, and also did a
great job with the resurfacing and repair of the pool during the o season.
Remember, your fob is required to access the Pool Area.
COVID 19 Restrictions are lifted currently for the Pool.
Pool Rules are located on the KWB Website here: KELLSWATER BRIDGE POOL RULES
2021 Pool Schedule can be found here: 2021 POOL SCHEDULE
(See next page for full schedule)
We also want to welcome back the “NW Tiger Shark Swim Team”. Due to Covid19 in 2020 the
Tiger Sharks were unable to compete, but now in 2021 they look forward to competitions.
For more information on the NW Tiger Shark Swim Team, please visit:
https://www.teamunify.com/Home.jsp?_tabid_=0&team=recncnt
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ffFITNESS CENTER
Get Access to Fitness Center: Please go to this link and ll out the access form:
http://www.kwbresidents.com/Documents/PoolFitnessForm.pdf
Location: Kellswater Fitness Center is located below the Club House.
The Kellswater Fitness Center o ers several work-out machines to get your heart pumping.
Treadmills, Light Weights, Yoga Mats and Spin Cycles all help the community to stay t and looking
great. Accessible 24x7 with use of your security fob.
COVID-19 Guidelines: The tness center is open from 5:00am – 9:00pm and will have a maximum
occupancy of 2 people at a time.
Remember, your fob is required to access the tness center.
To ensure all residents have an opportunity to use the facility, please limit your time to 30
minutes.
If there is no one waiting, feel free to use it for a longer period.
Also, please remember to wipe down the equipment after using.
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To m a t o e s a n d S q u a s h
Ingredients Directions
1 (12-ounce) package orecchiette
• Cook pasta in a large pot of generously salted water until very al dente (about
or small shells pasta
2 minutes less than package directions). Drain pasta, reserving 3/4 cup
cooking liquid. Set pasta and cooking liquid aside.
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high until
12 ounces fresh merguez or
shimmering. Add sausage in 1-inch clumps, and cook, undisturbed, until
spicy Italian sausage, casings
browned on bottom, about 3 minutes. Stir and cook, breaking up sausage
removed with a wooden spoon, until almost cooked through, about 2 minutes. Drain
and discard drippings, reserving cooked sausage and 1 tablespoon drippings
3 tablespoons spicy harissa in skillet.
(such as Mina), plus more to
taste • Add harissa to skillet; cook over medium-high, stirring constantly, 30 seconds.
Add wine, stirring and scraping up any browned bits from bottom of skillet.
1/3 cup dry white wine Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly reduced, about 2 minutes. Stir in
tomatoes, salt, cooked pasta, and 1/2 cup reserved cooking liquid. Cook,
stirring constantly, until a creamy sauce forms and coats pasta, about 3
1 pint multicolored cherry
minutes, gradually stirring in remaining 1/4 cup cooking liquid as needed to
tomatoes, halved (about 2 cups)
reach desired consistency. Remove from heat.
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus
• Scatter sliced squash and mint over pasta. Drizzle with remaining 1
more to taste
tablespoon oil, and toss to combine. Let stand until squash is slightly wilted,
about 2 minutes. Season with harissa and salt to taste. Divide pasta among
1 cup very thinly sliced zucchini bowls, and top evenly with feta; garnish with sliced mint.
and/or yellow crookneck squash
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh mint,
plus more for garnish
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
(about 1 cup)Patty Melts with Charred
Scallion-Chipotle May
Ingredients Directions
1 pound 80% lean ground
beef • Shape ground beef into 4 thin patties to match the size and shape of
bread slices. Set aside.
1 bunch scallions (6 to 8
scallions), root ends
trimmed • Toss together scallions, oil, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of black
pepper in a bowl. Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add
1 teaspoon olive oil
scallions; cook, turning occasionally, until charred in spots and
1 teaspoon plus a pinch of tender, about 4 minutes. Transfer scallions to a cutting board, and
kosher salt, divided coarsely chop. Stir together chopped scallions, 1/4 cup mayonnaise,
chipotle chiles, and adobo sauce in a small bowl; set aside. Wipe
1 teaspoon plus a pinch of
skillet clean.
black pepper, divided
1/2 cup mayonnaise, • Add butter to skillet; melt over medium-high. Add beef patties, and
divided sprinkle evenly with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black
pepper. Cook patties, pressing tops occasionally using a spatula to
2 teaspoons minced
canned chipotle chiles plus keep patties thin and flat, until bottoms are well browned, about 2
3 teaspoon adobo sauce minutes. Flip patties; sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/2 teaspoon
from can salt and remaining 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Cook patties, pressing
tops occasionally, until a crust forms on bottoms and beef is cooked
2 tablespoons unsalted
butter to desired degree of doneness, 2 to 3 minutes for medium-rare
(about 145°F). Transfer patties to a plate lined with paper towels.
1 (12-ounce) bakery white Wipe skillet clean.
or rye sandwich bread loaf,
cut into 8 (1/2-inch) slices
• Spread about 1 tablespoon scallion-chipotle mayonnaise on 4 bread
8 ounces Oaxaca cheese slices. Top each with 1 cheese slice, 1 patty, and 1 additional cheese
(quesillo) or Monterey Jack slice. Cover with remaining bread slices.
cheese, cut into 8 slices
• Return skillet to heat over medium. Spread 1 outer side of each
sandwich with 1/2 tablespoon mayonnaise; place sandwiches,
mayonnaise side down, in skillet. Cook sandwiches, pressing tops
with a spatula, until bottoms are golden, 1 minute and 30 seconds to
3 minutes. Spread top of each sandwich with 1/2 tablespoon
oMexican Meatball Subs
Ingredients Directions
1 pound meatloaf mix (ground beef, • Preheat the oven to 350. Mix the meat, tortilla chips, egg, chopped cilantro,
pork and veal) 1/4 cup scallions, minced garlic, 1 teaspoon chili power, 1 teaspoon cumin,
and salt to taste in a bowl. Roll into 16 small meatballs.
1/4 cup nely crushed tortilla chips
• Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs
1 large egg, beaten and lightly brown, turning as needed, about 5 minutes.
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus 3 • Add the smashed garlic and the remaining 2 teaspoons chili powder and 1
sprigs teaspoon cumin; cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
1/4 cup nely chopped scallions, plus • Add the tomatoes, cilantro sprigs and 1 1/2 cups water and season with salt.
more for garnish (optional) Bring to a simmer, then cover, reduce the heat to low and cook until the sauce
thickens and the meatballs are tender, about 15 minutes.
3 cloves garlic; 1 minced, 2 smashed
• About 5 minutes before the meatballs are done, toast the rolls in the oven.
3 teaspoons ancho chili powder Place 2 roll halves in each of 4 shallow bowls and top with 4 meatballs.
2 teaspoons ground cumin
• Drizzle with sauce, then pour the remaining sauce into the bowls.
Kosher salt
• Top with avocado, cheese and/or scallions, if desired.
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups canned re-roasted diced
tomatoes
4 crusty sub rolls, halved and split
open
Diced avocado and crumbled Mexican
cheese, for garnish (optional)
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This riff on the classic gin and Campari cocktail has an earthy richness courtesy of smoky mezcal. Carpano Antica Formula
vermouth is full-bodied and flavored with herbs and spices, lending dry, barely sweet flavor to this Negroni. Cocchi
Americano and a generous citrus garnish bring a light, citrusy bite.
Ingredients Directions
1 1/4 ounces mezcal (preferably • Combine mezcal, Campari, Carpano Antica, and Cocchi Americano in a
Marca Negra Espadín) mixing glass; add ice cubes, and stir until drink is chilled and diluted,
about 30 seconds.
3/4 ounce Campari
3/4 ounce Carpano Antica • Place 1 large ice cube in a rocks glass; strain drink over ice.
Formula vermouth
• Garnish with orange twist.
1/4 ounce Cocchi Americano
1/2 cup ice cubes
Orange peel twist, for garnishBaseball Season Is Here!
The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers are a Minor League Baseball team of the Low-A East and the
Low-A a liate of the Chicago White Sox. They are located in Kannapolis, North Carolina, and
beginning in 2021, will play their home games at Atrium Health Ballpark. The team was established
in 1995 as the Piedmont Phillies. From 1996 to 2000, they were known as the Piedmont Boll
Weevils. From 2001 to 2019, they were known as the Kannapolis Intimidators, after NASCAR
driver Dale Earnhardt, who was known as "The Intimidator," purchased a share of the team before
the 2001 season.
For More Information Please Visit: http://www.kcballers.com
ffiLunar Viewing
The Moon is the largest natural satellite of and the
closest major astronomical object to Earth.
The Moon may be observed by using a variety of
optical instruments, ranging from the naked eye to
large telescopes.
The Moon is the only celestial body upon which
surface features can be discerned with the unaided
eyes of most people.
Contrary to popular belief, the Moon should ideally
not be viewed at its full phase.
During a full moon, rays of sunlight are hitting the
visible portion of the Moon perpendicular to the
surface. As a result, there is less surface detail
visible during a full moon than during other phases
(such as the quarter and crescent phases) when
sunlight hits the Moon at a much shallower angle.
The brightness of a full moon as compared to a
phase where a smaller percentage of the surface is
illuminated tends to wash out substantial amounts
of detail and can actually leave an afterimage on an
observer's eye that can persist for several minutes.
First quarter (six to nine days past new moon) is
generally considered the best time to observe the
Moon for the average stargazer.
Shadows and detail are most pronounced along the
"terminator", the dividing line between the
illuminated (day side) and dark (night side) of the
Moon.
Want to see what when the Moon phases are? Go here each month!
Photo by: Justin Jacobs
https://www.almanac.com/astronomy/moon/calendar
Taken June 16th 2021Bi-monthly Updates
Would you like to get involved in our community and help on a committee? Your
help as a volunteer would be much appreciated! Please send a quick email with
your information to one of the links below to get more information.
pool@kwbresidents.com
landscape@kwresidents.com
arch@kwbresidents.com
social@kwbresidents.com
nance@kwbresidents.com
Kannapolis Police Dept.
Non-Emergency: 704-920-4000
Kannapolis Fire Dept.
Non-Emergency: 704-920-4260
Photo by: Marcello Aquino Photography
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