may 2015 spring run - The Springs Connection

The Spring Run
JUNE 2015
OUR 44TH YEAR OF PUBLICATION
VOLUME 44, ISSUE 06
At Home...With Nature
Photo by Mim Starr
A MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD PRESIDENT
Hello Springs Residents…
First of all, congrats to students and parents for another successful school year and best wishes to all of our graduating seniors! As you may or may not have noticed, we decided to forego the newsletter in May, based on some pending items from the May board meeting that we wanted to be able to highlight in the newsletter. Many of you enjoyed another great concert by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, and many of you, unfortunately, were unable to get tickets this year due to the early Tennis Facility Policy
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sellout of the show. Please be aware, this has been brought to the attention of the board and we will be addressing your concerns with the OPO for future events. The board approved changes to SCA Operating Policy #7, primarily involving tennis team fees. A copy T H E S P RI N G S
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of the revised policy is in the newsletter on page 4. Also from the May meeting, the board u n a n i m o u s l y a c c e p t e d t h e recommendation of ACC Chairman Darel Taylor that the he and the association manager meet with v i l l a g e b o a rd m e m b e r s a n d managers 2 to 4 times per year, allowing everyone to stay abreast of any changes to village ACC guidelines. Updates on the status o f t h e s e m e e t i n g s w i l l b e communicated as necessary.
The BOD met on Wednesday, June 17th, where we discussed revisions to SCA Operating Policy Summer Safety Tips
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No. 20 regarding garage and driveway parking, and approved r e v i s i o n s t o P o l i c y N o . 1 3 ( Re c re a t i o n A re a Ru l e s a n d Regulations). The minor change is highlighted in red lettering on page 4, which includes some friendly reminders to help everyone stay safe in the spring this summer.
Whether you're vacationing, or "staycationing" this summer, enjoy the Springs, and have a safe and cool summer.
Sincerely,
Jerry Alexandrowicz
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Springs Operating Policy No. 7
The Racquet Club Facility
The Springs Racquet Club Facilities are intended solely for the use of a Springs owner or permanent household
member, or a tenant who has inherited this membership right by virtue of a lease. Guests (non-residents) are also
permitted to participate in tennis recreation and related social activities as long as they are accompanied at all
times buy an owner or permanent household member. However, if an owner brings in 3 members or more to
play, each non-resident member of that group must pay a $3.00 per day fee to use the tennis facilities.* Court
reservations are recommended. The facility is open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. each day. The Racquet Club facility
is under video surveillance.
Access to the facility is gained through the use of a key. Please immediately report any lost or stolen key. A key
may be acquired for the Racquet Club Facility from the SCA Business Office via payment (by check) of a $15.00
security deposit. If the key is returned, the deposit will be refunded. Property owners may authorize their tenant
to use their key by completing and submitting an amenity use authorization form to the SCA Business Office. It
is the owner's responsibility to secure the return of the key from the tenant. Keys cannot be issued if the property
owner's HOA account is delinquent 90 days or more.
The SCA Board of Directors may appoint a Tennis Committee each year composed of 3 to 5 members of the
association. Members of the Tennis Committee may recommend Tennis Rules and Regulations from time to
time. Tennis Rules and Regulations must be approved by the SCA Board of Directors and these Rules and
Regulations are posted at the facility and all persons utilizing it must abide by these procedures.
Courts are for tennis use only and court attire shall conform to normally accepted tennis wear. Shirts shall be
worn at all times. Tennis shoes and rubber-soled shoes (excluding cleated soles) must be worn on the courts.
Children under 16 years of age are not permitted inside the chain link fence surrounding the facility unless under
direct adult supervision. Pets/domesticated animals are not permitted in the area at any time,
A Tennis Pro is contracted by the Association to manage the day-to-day operation of the facility. The Pro is paid
by those who utilize his/her services for instruction.
The SCA is not responsible for the loss of any valuables in the Racquet Club/Tennis Facilities.
Owners, residents and guests utilizing the Racquet Club/Tennis facilities are to treat the facilities and equipment
with care, and are responsible for any damage they or their guests may cause. Please report any damage or
vandalism to security immediately. The SCA reserves the right to deny the use of privileges of these facilities in
the event of non-compliance with Tennis Rules and Regulations.
*Fees are payable by check only and will be collected at the SCA gatehouse.
Summer Safety Tips...
Please follow these important guidelines to ensure you, your family and your
guests stay safe in the Springs this summer!
• Swimming in the spring or spa during the hours the Recreation Area is closed is NOT permitted.
Summer hours for the recreation area are 6:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. (dawn until dusk).
• Swimming is at your own risk in the spring and spa pool. There is no lifeguard on duty. Pool
equipment (life rings and shepherd’s hook) must, by county code, remain in the pool area for
emergencies.
• Adult supervision is required in the sulfur spring area.
• All children under fourteen (14) years of age must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Children 14-18 years of age may not act as accompanying adult for younger children.
• Guests must be accompanied by an owner/resident at all times or carry a recreation pass issued from
the SCA Business Office, according to Springs Operating Policy #12.
• No glass objects in Recreation Area. Dispose of trash properly.
• No diving from the wall! Diving or jumping into any body of water or onto any piece of land or
building owned by the SCA is not permitted.
• No boats or watercraft are permitted in the springs or its' runs. Only inflatable watercraft with soft
edges are permitted in the swimming area of the spring. Kayaks are permitted in the Wekiva runs only.
• Riding of any vehicle, including bicycles, into any body of water is prohibited.
• Fishing is prohibited in any swimming areas, including the spring.
• Please leave your pets at home.
• No smoking in the beach area or in water please.
• No SCUBA diving.
• All activities in the Recreation Area are at the participant’s own risk.
• Smoking is prohibited at all times in the beach area or while in the water.
Note: Items adapted from SCA Policy No. 13 “Recreation Area - Rules and Regulations.”
JUNIOR TENNIS CAMP
Presented by John Rountree, U.S.P.T.A. Professional
Hosted By
SPRINGS RACQUET CLUB
400 WOODBRIDGE ROAD
LONGWOOD, FL 32779
JUNE & JULY
The camp will run for eight weeks during the months of June and July. Each session will run for
one week, from Monday-Friday. 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Cost per session/week is $125.00. Students
must register and pay for EACH SESSION two weeks in advance - no limit on sessions. Each
session will be limited to eight (8) students per week. Students may be dropped off at 9:30 a.m and
picked up after 2:00 p.m. each day. Junior Tennis Camp is for ages 6 through 12, beginners and
advanced beginners only.
CAMP HIGHLIGHTS
The 2015 Junior Tennis Camp is designed for students to learn the game’s fundamentals through the
use of drills and practicing of techniques and footwork involving all of the strokes and situations of
play. This promises to be a fun-filled time, guaranteed to make first on-court experiences
memorable for each participant! The day will begin with a two-hour tennis session, followed by
lunch (students must bring their own lunch), and an hour of swim time. Matches will be played
throughout the remainder of the day.
For more information or to register for the camp,
call John Rountree at (407) 353-5716
Springs Operating Policy No. 13
Recreation Area- Rules and Regulations
(Including, but not limited to, Sanlando Spring, Spring Run and Palm Springs)
1.
The recreation Area is open during the following times:
Daylight Savings Time - 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Eastern Standard Time - 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
2.
Swimming in the spring or spa during the hours the Recreation Area is closed is NOT permitted.
3.
Swimming is at your own risk in the spring and spa pool. There is no lifeguard on duty. Pool
equipment (life rings and shepherd’s hook) must, by county code, remain in the pool area for
emergencies.
4.
All children under fourteen (14) years of age must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Children 14-18 years of age may not act as accompanying adult for younger children.
5.
The Recreation Area is for the use of owners/residents and their authorized guests. Any other
person(s) accessing the area will be considered trespassers and will be prosecuted to the full extent
of the law.
6.
Guests must be accompanied by an owner/resident at all times or carry a recreation pass issued from
the SCA Business Office, according to Springs Operating Policy #12.
7.
Owners/residents are responsible for the actions of their guests at all times.
8.
Owners are limited to a maximum of ten (10) guests per household in the Recreation Area without
prior approval. You cannot sponsor additional guests for another household.
9.
Written authorization from the SCA Business Office must be obtained for team, office, private,
group picnics, birthday parties or other social events to be held in the Recreation Area. During
summer months (beginning Memorial Day Holiday Weekend and ending after Labor Day Holiday
Weekend) reservations for two (2) group events with twenty (20) guests each can only be made for
Monday through Friday. There will be no scheduled group events during summer weekends,
holidays or holiday weekends. Outside of this time period, a maximum of two (2) group events with
twenty (20) guests each can be approved for Monday through Sunday. There is a $50 non-refundable
fee for custodial care and other costs related to the use of the Recreation Area for all authorized
events. Authorization from the SCA Business Office does NOT reserve tables or any area for use.
**This does not include clubhouse events covered by the Springs Operating Policy #5.
10.
All weddings/rehearsals planned for the Recreation Area must be approved in advance by The SCA
Business Office and will require a non-refundable fee based upon the size of the function.
11.
Authorized Groups of twenty (20) are limited to no more than 4 cars in the Recreation Area. Guests
of residents on visits are encouraged to park at the home of their host and carpool to the Recreation
Area. Residents may park in the areas outside of the clubhouse and adjacent to the Business Office
designated with signs that indicate “RESIDENTS ONLY”. Guests may park by the spas and tennis
court lots that are designated with signs that indicate “Guests”. No parking is permitted along
roadsides leading to and from the Recreation Area or in any flower or camellia beds or any other
area of turf. Violators will have their vehicles towed.
12.
Trash must be placed in the trash receptacles. If the receptacles are full, it is the owner/resident’s
responsibility to dispose of the trash in a proper receptacle elsewhere or bag it and take it home.
13.
All glass objects are prohibited in the Recreation Area. Beverage cans and plastic bottles
are not permitted in the spring.
Continued...
Springs Operating Policy No. 13
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14.
Diving/jumping from the trees, railings, buildings or walls into any body of water or onto any piece
of land or building that is owned or maintained by the SCA is prohibited.
15.
Riding of any vehicle, including bicycles, into any body of water is prohibited.
16.
Fishing is prohibited in any swimming areas, including the spring.
17.
Pets/domesticated animals are not allowed in the Recreation Area at any time, with the exception of
ADA assistance animals. Seminole County Animal Control will be notified of any domesticated
animals in the Recreation Area, even if the owner is present.
18.
It is prohibited to harm/harass our wildlife.
19.
The basketball courts are available on a first come first serve basis unless an SCA tournament is
taking place.
20.
Moonwalks are permitted only after the SCA Business Office has been provided a Certificate of
Liability Insurance in the minimum amount of $1,000,000.00, stating coverage and naming The
Springs Community Association, Inc. as the additional insured. This must be provided before
approval will be granted for the event.
21.
At the discretion of the SCA, agent there of, or CSO personnel, failure to comply with these rules
and regulations after one warning will result in an immediate suspension of the right to use the
Recreation Area for that day, and may result in a 30 day suspension of Recreation Area use
privileges, as authorized by Article III, Sec. 3 of the By-laws.
22.
All activities in the Recreation Area are at the participant’s own risk.
23.
Smoking is prohibited at all times in the beach area and in the spring itself.
24.
No canopies or tents are permitted in the sandy beach area. Umbrellas larger than 6 ft. in diameter
are also not permitted in the sandy beach area. Canopies, tents and umbrellas larger than 6 ft. in
diameter are permitted in the grassy area behind the beach, and nowhere else in the recreation area.
25.
No boats or watercraft are permitted in the springs or its' runs. Only inflatable watercraft with soft
edges are permitted in the swimming area of the spring. Kayaks are permitted in the Wekiva runs
only.
26.
Property left unattended in the Recreation Area for more than one hour will be removed as lost and
found property.
27.
Open water and cave scuba diving is prohibited in any spring-fed body of water within the Springs
PUD.
Approved by BOD 5/17/02, #20 BOD approved 4/21/04, Revised 5/21/08, Amended by BOD 7/18/12, Amended by BOD 6/19/13, Amended by BOD 8/20/14, Amended 6/17/15.
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Protect Yourself From
Mosquito Bites and Disease
Eliminate Mosquito Breeding Areas
Around Your Home
The Seminole County Mosquito Control Program is asking for your help to prevent the
following viruses and other diseases transmitted by mosquitoes:
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You can help by eliminating standing water from any containers, and by protecting
yourself and your family from mosquito bites. See below for more information.
Help Prevent Mosquito Diseases
Drain and Cover
DRAIN standing water from any container where
sprinkler or rain water has collected. Consult the graphic
below to find places where water may collect around the
outside of your home.
COVER your bare skin and clothing with repellent if
you must be outside when mosquitoes are most active
during the hours of dusk and dawn. Several diseasecarrying mosquitoes are daytime biters and usually
do not fly far from the containers where they spend
their immature life stages. Wear shoes, socks, long pants,
and long sleeves.
Always use repellents according to the label. Repellents with DEET,
Picaridin, Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus, and IR3535 are effective. Use
mosquito netting to protect children younger than 2 months. The use of
repellents that are combined with sunscreen is not recommended. Apply
sunscreen first, then apply repellent to make sure that each product
works as intended.
Aedes
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mosquito responsible for
spreading
viruses & other
diseases
Mosquito Facts & Biology
Did you know that mosquitoes must have water to develop, that only
female mosquitoes bite (take a blood meal), and can live for several weeks
and lay hundreds of eggs? Check out the mosquito life cycle below to
learn more about these insects.
1. The eggs are laid on water, on the side of containers, or moist soil that
may flood.
2. Larvae hatch from the eggs and live, feed, and grow in the water.
3. Larvae become
The Mosquito Life Cycle
pupae then after
2 or 3 days adult
Terrestrial
mosquitoes
emerge from the
pupae.
4. Adult female
1. Eggs
mosquitoes fly
off in search of a
blood meal, lay
4. Adult
2. Larvae
eggs a few days
later, and then
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the cycle begins
again.
3. Pupae
POTENTIAL MOSQUITO BREEDING AREAS
CHECK FOR PLACES
OUTSIDE YOUR HOME WHERE
MOSQUITOES COULD BREED IN
STANDING WATER.
OTHER TIPS TO PREVENT
MOSQUITOES
Repair screening on windows, doors, porches
& patios.
Keep gutters clear so they will drain properly.
Check & empty:
Children’s toys
Trash cans & lids
Untreated swimming pools
Uncovered boats/watercrafts that
are not draining water
Change water in birdbaths & flush
bromeliads once or twice a week.
Do not allow water to accumulate in flower
pots or dishes for more than 2 days.
Check around faucets & air conditioner units,
repair leaks & eliminate puddles that remain
for several days.
Fill tree holes & rotten tree stumps with spray
foam insulation.
Irrigate lawns & gardens carefully to prevent
water from standing for several days.
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MINUTES
THE SPRINGS COMMUNITY
ASSOCIATION, INC.
Board of Directors Meeting
Clubhouse - 400 Woodbridge Road,
Longwood, FL
Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.
The Board of Directors of The
Springs Community Association,
Inc. met at the Clubhouse on
Wednesday, May 20, 2015.
Board members present were: Jerry Alexandrowicz, President; Jerry Crews, Vice President, Robert Johnston, Treasurer; Austin Beeghly, Secretary, Bob Hrabovsky, Mark Sposato, and J a m e s C o r n e l l , D i re c t o r s . C o m m u n i t y A s s o c i a t i o n Manager, David Forthuber, was also present and seven home owners attended.
CALL TO ORDER
Board President, Jerry Alexandrowicz, called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT –
Jerry Alexandrowicz reported that
he’d met with Security Chief
Clive Wagner in regard to
repeated incidents of auto theft by
resident teens and/or their guests
during night hours. Mr. Wagner
noted that on most occasions cars
had been left unlocked in
driveways. Mr. Wagner is
watching those he suspects. CSO
officers have stepped up night
patrols. Mr. Alexandrowicz will
discuss other options with the
HOA attorney.
SECRETARY’S REPORT –
Austin Beeghly reported that he
reviewed the minutes and found
Philharmonic Orchestra. The
CPA has submitted a draft of the
2014 audit to the Board for its
review. A revised bid for
additional security cameras at the
front entrance has been developed
and approved. It will allow the
CSO staff to see activity at 434
TREASURER’S REPORT –
and Springs
Robert Johnston reported that as
Blvd and record incoming and
of April 30, 2015, the SCA had
$1,103,884 in operating accounts, exiting auto tags and vehicle
occupants. This is expected to be
and $468,013 in the reserve
a safeguard if there are theft
account. $467,725 in assessment
incidents. There is increasingly
income was still due by month’s
visible evidence of the progress
end, down from $526,291 last
month. The comparison of income on Phase III of the 434 perimeter
to expenses indicates that income “wall.” The work to connect both
un-built end sections to the
in April exceeded expenses by a
total of $15,800. He also reported currently visible portion will get
8 closings in the month for a total underway in June. An
independent insurance analysis is
of 22 year-to-date. Mr. Johnston
due by June to assure that the
also advised that 7 owners are
HOA is appropriately insured.
under bankruptcy protection and
17 are in mortgage foreclosure, a This study will also help to guide
future reserve measures by the
decrease of 3 since March. Five
Board.
mortgage foreclosure sales have
been scheduled by the courts for
COMMITTEE REPORTS
May 2015.
Architectural Control - There
were no questions regarding the
MANAGEMENT REPORT –
report submitted.
Mr. Forthuber reported that the
Audit/Finance - The Committee
garnishment, discussed last
month, to secure funds awarded to met on May 18.
Security - No questions or
the HOA by the courts will not
comments.
work since the garnishee’s bank
Fines Hearing - There was no
account is nearly depleted. The
HOA attorney will likely add the scheduled meeting and no report.
debt to the home owner account
MEMBERS OPEN FORUM –
and collect it from their rental
Larry Dobbins asked for
proceeds. The May 9 Eagles
clarification about the rules for
Concert was well attended, but
parking on grassy areas. The
many Springs’ residents
Board advised it is prohibited
complained that so few tickets
everywhere and may result in
were made available to the
community. The manager and the immediate tow of the vehicle.
president will discuss this with the Ron Maisel stated he thinks it’s
unfair that OPO restricted the
managers of the Orlando
them accurate. Bob Johnson
moved to approve the minutes
drafted by the manager for the
April 2015 board meeting. Mark
Sposato seconded the motion and
it passed unanimously.
number of discounted tickets
available to Springs residents. He
also reported that a street light
transformer box in front of his home
has a panel that landscapers keep
knocking off. Rosie Sterling repeated
Mr. Maisel’s concern about limited
tickets and asked that the HOA
negotiate a better deal with OPO for
2016. Renee Cascone asked the
Board to consider removing the sand
from the playground and replacing it
with a more kid-friendly surface like
the one used at Lake Eola
playground. The manager will
investigate.
OLD BUSINESS
1. Board Vote on Changes to the
Operating Policy # 7
(Racquet Club Facility) – The
directors reviewed the
changes discussed at a prior
meeting and additional
changes regarding the Tennis
Committee and its role.
Austin Beeghly moved to
approve the changes. Bob
Johnston seconded the
motion and the motion passed
unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Board Review of 2014 CPA
Audit – Bob Johnston
described the details of the
CPA’s recommendations,
noting that the CPA made
adjustments to the 2013
records that had been missed
by Asher Management, that
the CPA recommended a
reserve analysis in
correspondence with
accounting guidelines, that
HOA funds, in
correspondence with
accounting guidelines are to
be protected by a surety
bond, and that the HOA
increase its Allowance for
Doubtful Accounts by
$100,000 to correspond more
closely to the total accrual of
uncollected revenue on the
HOA’s ledger. Sentry
Management is to be advised
not to write off bad debt
against the allowance until
further notice by the Board.
The directors unanimously
accepted the
recommendations.
2. Board Vote on Instructions to
Atty Russell Klemm re
Richter Judgment – Jerry
Alexandrowicz moved to
instruct the attorney to apply
the legal charges to the home
owner account and to
garnish rent at the owner’s
home to repay the legal fees.
Bob Johnston seconded the
motion and the motion
passed unanimously.
3. Request by ACC Chair for
Periodic Meetings with
Village Boards/Managers –
The Board unanimously
accepted the
recommendation by ACC
Chairman Darel Taylor that
the community manager
meet two to four times per
year with village board
members and managers to
stay abreast of changes to
village ACC guidelines and
to reinforce property
maintenance requirements.
4. Board Vote on Garage &
Driveway Parking Policy –
The manager reported that
the directors, at annual
meetings and in one-on-one
conversations, have been
asked by multiple owners,
many of whom serve on
village boards, to enforce
Article IX – General
Restrictions – Sections 5 and
8 – which govern parking.
He noted that enforcement
has been inconsistent for
several years because a
significant number of homes
have more than two cars to
park and other homes park
other kinds of vehicles in the
garage and leave cars in the
driveway. He noted that
Article IX authorizes the
Association to establish
reasonable standards and
recommended a policy that
lays out those standards so
that enforcement can be
broadly and equitably
applied. The Board reviewed
the policy. Jerry
Alexandrowicz moved to make
the policy part of the HOA’s
rules and regulations. Jamie
Cornell seconded the motion
and it passed unanimously.
Policy # 20 – Garage &
Driveway Parking Rules will
be published to the members
this summer via the
community newsletter and
available as a hand-out at the
gate-house.
5. TABLED ITEMS
Woodbridge Vehicle Bridge
Railings
Springs Steps, Brick Path,
Platform & Wall
Modifications
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to
discuss, the meeting was adjourned at
8:30 p.m.
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MONTHLY MANAGEMENT
REPORT SUMMARY
June 2015
BUILDINGS & GROUNDS
Recreation Area – the spring
SCA Maintenance Staff:
• Monday/Thursday weekly vegetation dredging of the spring • Cleaned lagoon areas of debris and branches
• Painted hand-­‐rail at the dive platform
• Repaired slanted ladder at the boil
• Cleaned Springs filters and ladders and wall areas
• Cleaned rec area of much debris after May 29 storm
Pool, Spa, Clubhouse, Tennis
SCA Maintenance Staff:
• Adjusted/added sprinkler heads for better coverage on clubhouse lawn
• Commercial Lighting was requested to add transformer at pool in preparation for replacement of broken pool lights. Transformer will reduce voltage to a safe level within the pool lights. Proposal due by June 17.
• Changed AC filters in tennis pro shop; blow-­‐
clean courts
• Removed all light covers at the spa to empty dead bugs
Outside Vendors: None
Community Common Grounds & Infrastructure
SCA Maintenance Staff:
• Rebuilt bus stop bench at Stop 6 – required detaching old base and re-­‐
pouring concrete and re-­‐
attaching
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Continued fan palm clean-­‐
up along Springs Blvd behind gatehouse
Re-­‐painted Woodbridge Rd railings after a car side-­‐
swiped one side
Cleaned up a great deal of debris everywhere after the May 29 storm
Pressure cleaned sign monument base
Pressure cleaned side entry Florida fieldstone walls
Outside Vendors: • None •Sand/soil fill poured at west end
•Jeff Dix supplied a new vendor (Media 1) for bird logo panels, saving $1977 over old bid. The panels should be ready in 2 weeks so the coquina (FLA fieldstone) can be added to columns.
4) Bridge Railing – No new activity
PROPERTY INSPECTION: Sent a half dozen property maintenance notices
BIDS & PROPOSALS – No new bids
R.V. Lot/Stables/Maintenance Lot
SCA Maintenance Staff:
• Dragged riding ring
• Added donated sod to grassy areas around rink
• Adjusted RV fence; added new wheels to gate
• Washed trucks and carts
• Outside Vendors: none
OTHER
SCA Maintenance Staff:
• Fire extinguisher monthly check
• Monthly staff safety meeting
• Monthly check/clearing of storm water drains
• Set-­‐up and break-­‐down of meeting rooms
PROJECT UPDATES:
Springs Area Restoration
1) Steps/Wall Platform – Awaiting revised engineering drawings required for proposal stage
2) Brick Path Restoration – Dix-­‐
Hite submitted engineered plans in Aug 2014; Board review pending
3) Phase III Wall
•Rich Searl’s crew attached batten boards to hardiboard sheets. •Additional posts installed east and west of existing new construction. Posts at river end are into the DOT right of way and may have to be moved back 4 feet
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SCA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
TREASURER’S REPORT
17 JUNE 2015
As of May 31, 2015:
CASH - Operating:
$1,022,971
Petty Cash:
5,700
Reserves:
439.877
Assess. Receivable:
$ 448,027
A/R Last Month:
467,725
A/R 2014 Year End
348,687
A/R 2013 Year End:
421,104
A/R 2012 Year End:
347,402
Loan Payable:
Seacoast Loan:
$ 797,578
INCOME STATEMENT (Y-T-D):
ACTUAL
TOTAL INCOME:
$
TOTAL EXPENSES:
NET INCOME:
627,410
603,939
$
23,471
BUDGET
$
629,525
VARIANCE
$
629,525
0
(2,115)
25,586
$
23,471
Accounts Receivable Notes: Seven properties were sold and closed in May for a total of 29
closings in 2015. 66 Springs properties sold and closed in 2014. Banks foreclosed on one
property. 28 owners have not paid all or part of their 2014 assessments and 49 owners
additional are delinquent for 2015 quarterly assessments and have been sent Intent to Lien
(ITL) notices. 6 owners are under bankruptcy protection and 15 are in mortgage
foreclosure. Foreclosure sales have been scheduled in June for three MFR properties.
There were several foreclosure sales in May but we have not yet received certificate of title
information.
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The Springs Community Association, Inc.
Board, Committee & Village
Meeting Schedule 2015
ASSOCIATION
MEETING TIME
Crown Oaks I (Clubhouse)
2nd Tuesday/7:00 p.m. Monthly
Crown Oaks II (Clubhouse)
2nd Monday/7:00 p.m. Monthly
Fairway Villas (Cottage)
No Meetings Until Further Notice
Glenwood (Clubhouse)
3rd Tuesday/7:00 p.m. Monthly
Live Oak (Conference)
4th Monday/7:00 p.m. Monthly
Palm Springs (Cottage)
3rd Wednesday/6:30 p.m. Monthly
Shadowood (Clubhouse)
4th Monday/7:00 p.m. Monthly
Spreading Oak (Conference)
4th Wednesday/7:00 p.m. Monthly
Wekiva Villas (Clubhouse) 3rd Monday/6:30 p.m. Monthly
Whispering Pines (Clubhouse)
4th Thursday/6:30 p.m. Monthly
Architectural Control Committee (Conference)
1st Monday/5:30 p.m. Monthly
Audit/Finance Committee (Conference)
3rd Monday/5:00 p.m. Monthly
Security Committee (Conference)
2nd Monday/4:00 p.m. Monthly
Social Committee (Clubhouse)
NO COMMITTEE Board of Directors (Clubhouse)
3rd Wednesday/7:00 p.m. Monthly
Women of The Springs Bridge Day (Clubhouse)
2nd Thursday/10:00 a.m. Monthly
Book Club (Cottage)
3rd Wednesday/1:00 p.m. Monthly
*All Meetings are Subject To Change.
REMEMBER:
Submit ACC Application
for any exterior
renovations - including, but
not limited to:
ACC COMMITTEE
APPROVALS
JUNE 2015
ADDRESS
DESCRIPTION
Crown Oaks
ROOFING
MAILBOX
LANDSCAPING
FENCE INSTALLATION
FENCE REPAIR
TREE REMOVAL
DRIVEWAY WORK
PAINTING
SATELLITE DISH INSTALL
106 Crown Oaks Way
Dumpster
Spreading Oak Village
101 Autumn Drive
Repair Siding/Paint
120 Autumn Drive
Sidewalk/Driveway
106 Cedar Point Lane
Replace Fence
Whispering Pines Village
221 Pine Cone Lane
Replace Roof
104 Raintree Drive
Replace Roof
Glenwood Village
Please be sure to
use a licensed and
insured contractor
when required
specific to the job
you are doing.
Meetings held the
first Monday of
each Month.
Board,Village Board,
And Committee
Meetings...
Dates, Times and
Locations for these
meetings can be found
by visiting
www.sentrymgt.com
100 Wild Hickory Lane
Replace Roof
General
132 Bridgeview Court
Replace Roof
248 Springside Road
Remove Trees
109 Wax Myrtle Lane
Dumpster
101 Little Wekiva Court
Fence
108 Wax Myrtle Lane
Replace Roof
130 Wisteria Drive
Painting
296 Spring Run Circle
Landscape Pavers
100 Woodbridge Road
Replace Fence
106 Wisteria Drive
Replace Fence/Landscape
108 Wisteria drive
Remove Dead Trees
1967 Lost Spring Court
Room Addition
ACC Approval is required for most outside
improvements and updates.
Forms are available online, or you can contact the
business office for more information.
Note: A security deposit may be required. Log on or call the office for ACC Form.
$AVE CA$H!**
SUBMIT ACC FORM BEFORE
EXTERNAL REPAIRS START!
The following information is taken from Springs Operating Policy No. 14
Architectural Review Committee Construction Criteria
For a copy of the complete Application and Policy, Please Contact the Business Office
The Springs Community Association’s (SCA) Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions provide for the
review, by committee, of any and all phases of exterior modifications to lots and/or living units within The
Springs Planned Unit Development (PUD). This includes but is not limited to painting, roofing, paving,
landscaping, fencing, and additions to or deletions from existing structures. The intent of the overall
community scheme is to insure a standard of construction, which, over the years, will enhance the
appearance of the community as a whole. Each structure and lot upon which it sits is to be considered
an element of the community and should blend appropriately with its surroundings. It is intended that this
development maintains itself with as many natural surfaces as possible.
REVIEW
The following documents and criteria are established for review by the ACC prior to commencement of
any phase of construction. Plans are requested seven days in advance of the regularly scheduled
meeting of the ACC so that the site may be reviewed by committee members prior to the meeting. The
General Manager will provide approvals, disapprovals, or requests for additional information in writing.
1. An “Architectural Review” application form describing work to be done submitted with drawings
and documents or survey as required.
2. Must have written sub-association approval (if applicable).
3. Plans for structures will be not less than 1/8” = 1’ scale.
4. Drawings and documents required for review shall consist of the following:
• Survey prepared by a Florida registered surveyor. Additions such as decks, porches, rooms,
pools require a survey showing placement of these structures.
• Site plan showing all lot dimensions, easements, outlines, setbacks, major trees over 6” in
diameter, fences, existing and proposed topographic conditions, and underground trench
locations at a scale of not less than 1”=20’.
• Floor plans
• Elevations of all sides of contemplated structure. Height limitations in single-family residences
will be 2.5 stories or 35 feet.
• A summary specification list of proposed materials. Samples must be supplied for all exterior
materials, which cannot be adequately described.
• Color samples for all proposed exterior materials.
• Landscape plans complete with a tree survey.
5. Approvals will be good for six months unless otherwise specified.
6. Any permits required by Seminole County must be obtained before contractor’s passes are issued.
7. All contractors must be properly licensed and insured.
SUMMARY
The property owner is responsible for and is fully expected to control noise and unsightliness (to include
any and all debris) during all phases of construction. The property owner and contractors will provide dust
abatement and erosion control measures. Construction is prohibited on Sundays and limited to daylight
hours on every other day of the week. Respect for neighboring properties and the rights of other property
owners is fully expected.
Application must include the following:
• Written approval from village or sub-association (if applicable)
• Construction deposit
• Seminole County approved plans
• Examples of material to be used for renovation
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Via this newsletter… AND online.
Email:
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Email:
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Springs Sitting Services!
Dog Walking * Pet Sitting
House Sitting
Babysitting
If you would like to be added to the list of service
providers, please call the business office
or email: [email protected]
NAME
PHONE
PETS?
KIDS?
Tiffany Bruner (will house-sit)
404-858-5418
Y
Y
Maitland Cotton
321.277.3393
Y
N
Marissa Osterhaudt
407.314.8350
N
Y - + Horses
Alexis Schuh
407.421.5523
Y
Y
Alexandria Peterson
407.682.6440
Y
N
Max and Charlie Sills
407.970.9539
N
Y
Sian Armstrong
407.733.8881
Y
Y
Gray Hennessy
407.907.0643
N
Y
Kimbra Hennessy
407.907.0643
Y
Y
Daisy Cordine
407.756.2058
Y
Y
Cory Giacobbe
941.586.2216
Y
Y
Linda Nickels
407.212.2610
N
Y - + Horses
Jane McFadden
407.353.1603
N
Y
Bonnie Bloom
407.869.1925
N
Y
William Walton
407.404.1138
N
Y
Michelle Cawley (will house-sit)
407.923.5810
N
Y
Nicole Eubanks
407.516.5625
Y
N
Jodi Dunaway
678.857.4524
N
Y
Estrellita Santiago (will house-sit)
407.951.0043
Y
Y - + Horses
Diana Chacon (will house-sit)
407.247.6071
Y
N
Sharing the sidewalk...tips on
courtesy and safety...
• Walk to the right side
• Be aware of what is behind you
• Dogs on leash and restrained at all times
• Bicyclists - walk around or move slowly past
pedestrians
• Runners - slowly pass walkers on left
• Skateboarders - use extreme caution when going by
walkers
• Bicyclists, skateboarders, runners - when approaching
from behind, announce approach with “behind you...on
your left/right”, etc.
Now Serving The Springs!
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Full Service Hand Wash
$40
Includes thorough vacuum and windows cleaned, dash and console wiped, wheels cleaned and tires
shined!
Hand Wax
$60
Includes Full Service Hand Wash and Granitize Polymer Wetcoat professional application on all
painted surfaces.
Mini Detail
$100
Includes Full Service Hand Wash and and hand wax. Interior 4 doors, dash and console, and leather
seats meticulously detailed, leather seats conditioned.
Full Detail (by appointment only)
$200+
Includes: Clay-n-Wax surface smoothing treatment to remove organic and industrial fallout, minor
scratch removal, professionally applied Hand Wax for maximum shine and protection, interior deep
cleaning and conditioning of all interior vinyl and leather, carpet and upholstery shampoo, door
jambs cleaned and polished, wheels detailed, and chrome polished.
EXTRA CHARGE FOR LARGE TRUCKS, VANS AND SUV’S
Call, Text or Email for your next appointment!!
[email protected]
We look forward to serving you!
Brooke Taylor/President
~ Insured ~
SPRINGS CLEANING
SCHEDULE
REMINDER
The SCA maintenance staff will be performing the
weekly cleaning of the spring on
Mondays and Thursdays
from approx. 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL RESIDENTS AND THEIR GUESTS,
SWIMMING IN THE SPRINGS WILL BE PROHIBITED DURING
THIS TIME.
Thank you for your patience and for helping to keep
The Springs beautiful!
CLUBHOUSE
RESERVATIONS
Reserve your special date now!
Consider The Springs Clubhouse
when planning this year’s
special event!
Call the SCA Business Office for
Information (407) 862-3881
The Springs
Community Staff
BOARD & COMMITTEES
SCA Board of Directors
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary Director
Director
Director
Darel Taylor
Bob Johnston
Ron Boyer
Theresa Bradley & George Diaz
Judy Morse & Robin Andersohn
Tobie Stitt
Ron Boyer
THE SP R I NG S
C OM M UNI TY
A T
Tennis Pro
Jerry Alexandrowicz
Jerry Crews
Bob Johnston
Austin Beeghly
Robert Hrabovsky
Mark Sposato
James Cornell
Committee Chairs
Architectural Control
Audit/Finance
Security Committee
Newsletter
Stables
Tennis R.V.
Office Hours: 8:30-5:30 (Mon-Fri)
Association Manager
David Forthuber
Lynette Gault, Admin.
Joni Raines, Admin.
Maintenance Supervisor:
Andy Keller
Chief of Security
Clive Wagner
H O M E
W I T H
N A T U R E
John Rountree
CONTACTS
Office Phone
Office Fax
Gatehouse Fax
Tennis Pro Shop
407.862.3881
407.862.5574
407.772.0560
407.391.8425