the seasonal gazette - J.B.J. Companies, Inc.

THE SEASONAL
GAZETTE
The Official Seasons Newsletter - Summer ‘09
The Seasons Staff
Property Manager
Ronda Eckhardt
[email protected]
Rental Manager
Jessica Michlig
[email protected]
Maintenance
Technicians
Ed Smith
Kim Walters
All maintenance
requests should be
directed to the Seasons
office at 262-820-0627 or
submitted online at
www.JBJCompanies.com
Leasing Office Phone:
262-820-0627
New Summer
Leasing Office Hours:
Monday: 1pm-5pm
Tuesday: 9am-5pm
Wednesday: 10am-6pm
Thursday: 10am-6pm
Friday: 10am-5pm
Saturday: 10am-3pm
Sunday: Closed
Leasing Office Closed:
May 23rd-25th
July 4th-5th
August 14th-16th
Please make sure that
your building and
apartment number is
on all correspondence.
Don’t Forget the Annual Flower Giveaway!
May 27th - June 6th
Stop in to the Seasons office to receive your
complimentary pack of flowers for summer planting.
Come early as quantities are limited!
Summer Decorating Contest
June 19th
Show off your summer flowers on your patio or balcony and you
could be a lucky winner of a gift certificate to a local restaurant.
Two winners will be announced on Saturday, June 20th!
Great Job Opportunity for a
Seasons Resident
Are you friendly, outgoing with excellent customer service
skills? The Seasons is looking for a part-time leasing consultant
that would include wages plus commission as well as a possible
rent credit! Please contact either Ronda at 262-255-1800 or
Jessica at 262-820-0627 for more information!
The Seasons Office
N67 W24969 Stonegate
Ct., #104
Sussex, WI 53089
If mailing correspondence,
please mail to J.B.J. Properties
W178 N9912 Rivercrest Drive
Suite 101
Germantown, WI 53022-4645
Phone: 262-255-1800
Website:
www.JBJCompanies.com
Inside this issue:
Residents Welcome, Garage Sale,
Referral Bonus, Rave Book Winner,
and Community Room
2
Parking Lot Safety, Parking,
Garbage, Grill Safety, Suggestions,
Extra Storage, Renter’s Insurance,
Bug Sprays and Re-Surfacing
3
Rent & Water Payments &
Calendar of Events
Special Recipe & 5K Run/Walk
4-5
6
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The Seasons is Proud to Welcome...
The Seasons welcomes all new residents to our apartment
community! Please share our excitement and welcome the
following to our community:
Jeffrey Spriet
Thomas & Jean Kiley
Mary Cowal
Cody Grivno & Dorothy Meier
Christine Hornung
Brooks Martin & Deidra Radel
Jennifer Spellman
Juan Silva & Claudia Cordero
Kaytlyn Korn
Abby Omann & Brian DeBarge
Molly Barnette
Eric Waniger
Attention! Attention!
Special Summer Referral Bonus
J.B.J. Properties thinks you are great and would like more residents like you!
Summer Special Only… We are increasing our referral credit from $100 to $300
when they sign their lease with J.B.J.
We appreciate all residents who have been referring people on a regular basis!
Congratulations to The Seasons Rave Book Winner
Jane Wetherell
Thanks Jane for all your great comments on the Seasons community and Sussex area.
Many residents shared their great experiences! Stop by the office to checkout your neighbor’s
favorite places and things to do in the Sussex area. The Rave Book survey is still online at
http://www.jbjcompanies.com/RaveBook.html so please share your experiences.
Seasons Community
Garage Sale
Are you interested in participating in a
community garage sale this summer?
Call Jessica at 262-820-0627 for more
information.
Community Room
Dates are still available to reserve the
Community Room. Call the Seasons office to
book your party now for 2009 or 2010.
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Garbage Cans &
Recycle Bins
Please make sure your cans and bins are
secure for pick up and put away promptly to
avoid replacement costs or additional fees.
Parking
All vehicles must be parked in their
designated spots or guest parking.
Please, no parking on streets or cul-de-sacs.
Boats, trailers and recreational vehicles
must be parked in your garage.
Parking Lot Safety
Please make sure your children do not
play in the parking lots; this is very
dangerous and is strictly prohibited. Sussex
has great parks & bike trails for family
enjoyment.
Please remember NO Skateboarding is
permitted.
Grill Fire Safety
Remember charcoal grills are not allowed
on the 2nd floor balconies. Please read
your lease for any additional restrictions.
Suggestions Welcome
If you have any information you would like
added to the upcoming newsletter, please
provide detailed information and drop it off
at our office!
Is Your Garage Full?
How about renting a storage locker!
Enjoy the additional space of a storage
locker for only $10 per month.
Call the office for more information!
Summer ‘09
You’ll Enjoy Peace of Mind
with Renter’s Insurance
Some examples of how you may be protected
are…
Your T.V., stereo or jewelry are stolen.
Your tub overflows causing water damage.
Your dinner catches fire on the stove causing
smoke damage. A power surge zaps your DVD
player. Someone slips on your wet kitchen
floor.
These examples just scratch the surface of the
extensive protection that your renters
insurance may provide. For more information
contact:
American Family Insurance - Jo Mason
262-246-8068
N64 W23316 Main Street, Sussex
Seasonal Bug Sprays
Are there bugs in your apartment?
It is important to keep all countertops clean
and clear of food. It has been found that
Ortho-Home Defense from Walmart can help
deter bugs from entering your apartment.
When sprayed on thresholds, patio doors,
windows and wood work (if applicable) can
reduce bug penetration. This product is clear
and dries with no powdery residue. Please
read all directions carefully before use.
Parking Lot
Re-Surfacing
We will be re-surfacing the parking lots this
summer and all vehicles will need to be
moved during this time.
Please watch for notices in the near future
for parking instructions.
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Rent & Water Payments
Rent and water payments are due on the 1st of the month. A $40 late fee will be
issued on the 6th for all rent and water payments not received.
All rent and water payments must note your building and apartment number. If you are a resident who pays water and sewer, only one check is needed for both your rent
and water.
A late notice with additional charges will be posted on your door on the 6th if your account is past
due. Pay on time and avoid fees.
4th of July Events
Sussex 4th of July Celebration ~July 4th~
Kiddie Parade (9:30am)
Participants (under age 10) can gather in the Village hall parking lot on July 4th (Rain Date
would be July 5th) at 9:15am with their festively decorated bicycles, wagons, strollers, dogs
and peddle tractors. Patriot music will accompany the parade from the Village Hall to Sussex
Village Park for games, ice cream and fellowship.
Music & Fireworks (7pm)
Patriotic music will begin at 7pm in the Sussex Village Park with fireworks at dusk
approximately 9:25pm.
County Fairs
July 15th - 19th: Waukesha County
Check out the bands like the Black Crowes and REO Speedwagon, play
the games and enjoy the outdoors at the Waukesha County Fair.
For more information visit www.WaukeshaCountyFair.com or call 262-544-5922.
July 21st - 26th: Washington County
Enjoy more bands like Darryl Worley & Lonestar, see the exhibits and play games at the
Washington County Fair.
For more information visit www.WCFairPark.com or call 262-677-5060.
August 6th - 16th: WI State Fair
The premier family event of the summer! Get a load of the agriculture, food, shopping,
national headlining entertainment. For more information visit www.WIStateFair.com or call
1-800-884-3247.
Milwaukee County Zoo
August 6th - 16th: Zoo A la Carte
“Feast with the Beast” with food and music throughout the park.
Visit www.MilwaukeeZoo.org or call 414-256-5466 for more information.
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Ethnic Festivals
(Summerfest Grounds, 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202)
June 19th - 21st: Polish Fest
414-529-2140 or www.PolishFest.org
Get your toes tapping it’s Polka Time! This delightful festival is filled with old world charm
topped with wonderful Polish food. Enjoy traditional and contemporary entertainment.
June 25th - July 5th: Summerfest
414-273-2680 or www.Summerfest.com
The World’s Largest Music Festival—Summerfest celebrates with national headliners like
Bon Jovi, George Strait, Keith Urban, Bob Dylan, No Doubt and many more. It has
world-class live music, unique attractions, and lots of food and beverage vendors. Don’t miss
the premier event of the summer!
July 21st - 26th: Festa Italiana
414-227-1243 or www.FestaItaliana.com
Enjoy America’s premiere Italian culture with food, music and fireworks.
414-464-9444 or www.GermanFest.com
July 23rd - 26th: German Fest
Get in touch with your German roots. Enjoy the heritage with food, entertainment and games.
August 13th - 16th: Irish Fest
414-476-3378 or www.IrishFest.com
“Luck of the Irish to you!” Get a taste of Ireland with music, dance, song, sports, and culture.
August 21st - 23rd: Mexican Fiesta
414-383-7066 or www.MexicanFiesta.org
Bringing you the sound, culture and taste of Mexico. Come and enjoy food, Mariachi, and
fiesta for everyone.
Community Events
June 25th: Cruise Night at Sussex Village Park
This is a free family event. View custom and classic cars while listening to tunes from the 50’s
and 60’s. Root beer floats will be served in the Lion’s Open Air Shelter.
Those wishing to participate with their cars should pre-register in the Village Hall parking lot
between 6:15pm-6:30pm. Cruise maps will be distributed on the day of the event.
July 10th - 12th: Sussex Lions Daze at Village Park in Sussex www.SussexLions.org/lionsdaze
Join in on the fun! Come to the Village Park and see tractor pulls, softball, volleyball go on the
carnival rides and enjoy listening to the bands all weekend.
July 25h - July 26th: Milwaukee Air and Water Show at the Lakefront
Enjoy the Milwaukee Air Show at the lakefront. Please go to www.MilwaukeeAirShow.com or
call 414-727-5820 for details regarding the show and the acts.
August 21st: Outdoor Movie Night (Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa)
This is a free family event located at Weyer Park (Behind the Library). Games will begin at
7:15pm with the movie set to begin around 7:45pm. Picnic on the lawn, snack on popcorn and
enjoy the show. Concessions will be available. Rain date would be scheduled for August 28th.
Special Family
Recipe
Patriotic Banana Split
15 Minutes, 6 Servings
4 ounces reduced fat cream cheese
1/2 cup marshmallow crème
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 medium seedless watermelon
6 large ripe bananas, quartered
1/3 cup fresh blueberries
1/3 cup reduced-fat granola cereal w/o raisins
In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, marshmallow crème, lemon juice and peel until
smooth; set aside. Using an ice cream scoop, scoop six balls from watermelon (save remaining
melon for another use). In shallow dessert bowls, arrange four banana quarters; top with a
watermelon ball. Spoon cream cheese topping over melon. Sprinkle with blueberries and
cereal. Serve immediately.
I Run The Village - 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, August 1st
8:30am Start Time
Registration details will be available after June 1st in
brochure form at the Village Hall, the public library and the
Community Center.
Proceeds from the event will go to the Sussex recreation scholarship fund.
Event is for all ages. Registration fees are $20 per individual (before July 18th)
or $40 per family (before July 18th).
The Seasons wants you to enjoy the summer.
Please be safe and be sure to put that sunscreen on when
outdoors!