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June 2022
Dickson Housing Authority - Resident Edition - Vol. 1 Edition 6
June 2022
Special points of interest:
- Block Party - June 4th, 11-1
- Paint Party Elderly and Disabled - June 9th at 1 pm
- Children's Craft Night - June 23rd at 6 pm
- Commodities - June 22nd
- Resident Advisory Meeting - 10 am
A Word From Our Executive Director
Graduation has come, school has ended, and summer is in full swing. I hope that everyone enjoys this time. Stay safe and have some fun.
Please SLOW DOWN. We are still seeing residents and visitors driving too fast through our communities. You are responsible for your visitors, please advise them to slow down, as well. We want to keep our children safe.
We encourage everyone to make it out to the Block Party on June 4th. We will begin at 11 am. Any volunteers are welcome.
Let's Get Involved.
Sincerely,
Sherry Lynch
Executive Director
Maintenance Emergency
If you have an emergency and it's during office hours please call the office before calling maintenance.
DHA News
- Administrative Business: All business will be handled through the service window. If you are sick, please call our office instead of making a visit.
- Rent: Our Online Payment option has been in effect for a few months now. We encourage all residents to use this portal. Please visit www.dicksonhousing.org to access it. Questions? Please give us a call.
- Spread the Word: Applications are now being accepted online ONLY. The kiosk in the front lobby will also allow individuals to apply on-site.
- DHA BLOCK PARTY: We will be hosting a Block Party on June 4th beginning at 11 am at the Community Center. We will have vendors present to introduce countless resources available in Dickson County.
- Pools: As the weather gets warmer, remember pools are not to be left outside unattended. Pools must be emptied every day. If left out overnight or unattended, maintenance will remove them from the property. NO POOLS LARGER THAN 5 FT IN DIAMETER!
- Paint Party on June 9th at 1 PM: GFWC Women's Club will be hosting a paint party for our ELDERLY AND DISABLED ADULTS. We need a head count as seats are limited. Please contact Tracy
- Kid's Craft Night: The GFWC Women's Club will also be hosting another Craft Night for our children on June 23rd from 6 pm-7:30 pm. The last project was a paint party, this project will be a surprise. Please contact Tracy to let her know that your children will be there.
Maintenance
- Trash!! If your trash does not fit in your trash can, do not set it on the ground. Cumberland Disposal will NOT pick it up. Do not store trash on your porches. If it doesn't fit, take it to one of the city trash receptacles.
- Outside of Units!! There should be NOTHING stored outside of your unit other than lawn furniture and grills. Mattresses, old tires, bikes, toys, tarps, wagons, trash, etc. should not be stored on the porch or in the yard. Use your storage rooms or get rid of these items.
- Trash Cans!! There is a Cumberland Disposal trash can issued to every unit. Look on the inside lid to find your unit number. After trash has been picked up, please return YOUR can to your unit.
- Plants!! Any plants potted/planted in the yard must be weeded and kept up by the resident. Solar lights must be maintained, as well. If not, they will be removed. Before planting, you must speak to management first.
- Pets!! We are having a major issue with pet waste in the yards. If you have a pet, you signed a pet agreement that states that you are responsible for cleaning this up. Our staff does not want to step in waste and then track it into your apartment, our office, etc. If this continues to be a problem, pet fees will increase.
- Leashes!! Your pets are to be on a leash when outside. If they are tethered, they MUST be supervised. When finished with the leash/chain, do not leave it on the ground. These can cause serious damage to mowers/weed eaters. If we pick it up, it will be discarded.
- Close storm doors!! It's that time of the year again - windy season - Please do not leave storm doors propped open. The wind will damage the closer and you could be charged.
June 2022 Calendar
June 4
Block Party
11 - 1 PM
June 9
Elderly/Disabled Paint Party
1 PM
June 13
Mission Day
11 AM
June 22
Commodities
June 23
Children's Art Class
6 PM - 7:30 PM
June 25
Soup for Souls
June 28
Resident Advisory Meeting
10 AM
Community Center
Resident Services
- As transportation has reopened, please remember that ALL riders MUST wear masks while inside the van. If you are sick, consider everyone around you. Be honest and let me know.
- Any doctor's appointments must be made before 11 am. Riders must let me know 24 hours in advance. I may not be able to take you at the last minute's notice.
- For all EVENTS, please check out the calendar above.
* I am working on quite a few projects throughout the summer. Please stay posted through our DHA Resident Services Facebook page and our Dickson Housing website www.dicksonhousing.org.
* As your Resident Services Coordinator, I am able to help with referrals and information for services such as community health programs, benefit programs, food distribution, educational opportunities, childcare ...and much, much MORE! Feel free to contact me!!
Tracy Grigsby, AmeriCorps Member
**ATTENTION**
As a courtesy to our staff, please let us know if anyone in your household is sick.
June's Recipe: Creamy Grape Salad
Ingredients
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 pounds of seedless red grapes
- 2 pounds of seedless green grapes
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons chopped pecans
Directions
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, and vanilla until blended. Add grapes and toss to coat.
- Transfer to a serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with brown sugar and pecans just before serving.
Be Careful About What Little Ears Hear.
A friend hosted a dinner party for people from work and everyone was encouraged to bring their children.
All during the dinner, one co-worker's five-year-old daughter stared at the man sitting across from her at the table. The girl could hardly eat her food due to staring so much.
The man checked his shirt, felt his face for food, and patted his hair in place, but nothing stopped her from staring at him. He tried his best to just ignore her but finally, it was too much for him.
He asked her, "Excuse me, but why do you keep staring at me?"
Everyone at the table had noticed her behavior, and they all went quiet waiting for her response.
The little girl said, "I just want to see how you drink like a fish."
Summer Safety Tips
- Stay Hydrated. Staying hydrated is optimal for body functioning, especially during the hot and humid months. If you're going to be outside keep water with you and drink it often. Consuming foods with high water content-think melons, cucumbers, lettuce, etc. can also help you stay hydrated. Summer is the perfect season for eating healthy fruits and veggies.
- Insect Repellent. Protect yourself from diseases spread by mosquitos, ticks, fleas, etc. Malaria, West Nile, and Lyme disease can all be deadly. Get rid of standing water in your yard- buckets, bird baths, etc.
- Thunder and Lightning. "When thunder roars, go indoors." Even though the odds of being struck by lightning are one in a million, it still happens. Remember the 30-30 rule. Once you see lightning, count to 30. If you hear thunder before the 30 seconds, go inside. Also, avoid taking a shower or bath during a storm as lightning can travel through plumbing.
- Take Care Of Your Feet. Flip flops and sandals look so cute on your feet, right? Yes, but they can wreak havoc on your feet. Did you know that the pressure you have to apply with your toes, to keep them on, can cause tendonitis in your toes? Plus, they offer little to no support which can cause foot AND back pain.
- Do What You Love. Finding joy in life is one of the best ways to keep you mentally and physically healthy. Go visit a friend, go on vacation, play with your grandchildren, lay in the yard and look at the clouds, plant flowers, or pick flowers and make a bouquet.
Did you know?
Watermelon contains about 92% water.
DHA Community Center Gym
- 8-11 AM Walking
- 1-3 PM Adult Free Play
- 3-4 PM Youth Free Play
If School is on a scheduled break, the Free Playtime is reversed for Adults and Youth.
Masks ARE Recommended!!!
(Be Aware That Changes May Occur At Any Time)
DICKSON HOUSING AUTHORITY
Sherry Lynch - Executive Director
Phone: 615.446.9371 & 615.446.4708
Fax: 615-441-1391
The Dickson Housing Authority's mission is to provide safe, decent, and sanitary housing conditions for low-income families and to manage resources efficiently. The Dickson Housing Authority is to promote personal, economic, and social upward mobility to provide families the opportunity to make the transition from subsidized to non-subsidized housing.
FYI... Some Things Never Change!!
MAINTENANCE
Non-emergency maintenance issues should be reported to our office during business hours - 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM.
Maintenance Emergencies before/after business hours should be directed to maintenance directly. (See phone numbers listed on the front of each newsletter.)
Emergencies Include:
- Suspecting Gas leaks
- Water leaks may create a safety hazard or property damage.
- No heat/air conditioning in concerning weather conditions.
- Flooding
- Any situation that may pose danger or property damage.
You will be charged a minimum of $40 for NON-emergency, after-hour calls.
RENT
Rent is due on the 1st of each month.
A $25 late fee will be applied if rent is not paid by 4:30 pm on the 10th.
If rent is not paid by the 15th, an eviction is issued.
Residents are required to report all income changes within 10 days of the change.
Please discuss all income adjustments, changes in the household, employment changes, etc. with Tosha Curtis, Public Housing Manager.
CHARGES
- Trash Collection $10
- Key Replacement $10
- Locks Changed $25
- Lock Out Charge
- After Hours $40
- Disabling Smoke Detectors $50 each
- Monthly Pet Fee $10
- Pet Deposit $300
- Maintenance Labor
- Rate During Hours $23.84 Hr
- Rate After Hours $40.00 Hr