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Arbor Greene CDD Arbor Greene CDD Board of Supervisors Michael Candella, Supervisor (term ending 11/18)
Seat #1 Preserve
Thomson George, Supervisor (term ending 11/18)
Seat #2 Avalon
Matthew Dykeman, Co-Vice Chairman (term ending 11/16)
Seat #3 Carriage Homes
Steve Eckhardt, Chairman (term ending 11/16)
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Michael S. Candella, Co-Vice Chairman (term ending 11/16)
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Arbor Greene Staff - (813) 991-9226 Community Manager - Jason von Merveldt jasonv@arborgreene.com Community Activities & Events Assistant – Michelle Barthle michelle.barthle@arborgreene.com Maintenance Manager - Gary Smith gary.smith@arborgreene.com Newsletter Publisher - Kim Uhlig ikarepublishing2@aol.com 991-7843
Operating hours for December Fitness & Resort Pools
Community Center
Tennis Courts
Day Mon– Fri Saturday Sunday
Open 6:30 AM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM
Close 9:00 PM 9:00 PM 7:00 PM
Day Mon– Fri Saturday Sunday
Open 5:30 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM
Close 10:00 PM 10:00 PM 8:00 PM
Day Sun. - Sat.
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Close 10:00 PM
Visitor Mangement The new Visitor Management System at the front gate entrance to the community will be in place by December 1st. This will make it much easier for you as the resident to manage your visitor list and personal information. The registration letter that you will receive will describe how to log into the online system. From this site you will be able to add temporary and permanent visitors, update your current resident information, and e-mail visitor passes to your expected visitors. When you e-mail the pass to your visitor, they can either print the pass and bring it with them, or open the attachment on their phone for the gatehouse personnel to scan the barcode. Please inform all visitors to have their Driver’s License readily available. If a visitor that is staying for an extended period does not receive the e-mail, a guest pass can be printed at the gatehouse.
To help increase the efficiency of your visitors checking in at the front entrance, we strongly encourage you to use this system to the fullest of its capabilities for all visitors you are expecting. Please update your contact information so the gatehouse personnel will have your current phone numbers, resident names, and vehicles. If you did not receive a registration letter, or have any questions regarding the system, please visit the Community Center for further information. New Year, New Events We have a lot of fun and exciting events planned for the new year. We will continue our Movie on the Lawn and Dive-In Movie events starting with the Peanuts Movie in January then Chipmunks Road Chip, and Kung Fu Panda 3 to follow. We also have Take-Out Tuesdays starting in January! Take out Tuesday will be held the first Tuesday of each month from 5pm8pm at the Community Center. The week is busy enough between swim team practice and tennis classes. Give yourself a break from making dinner and socialize with your Arbor Greene neighbors. We will invite a different food truck to be here each month as well as a produce stand to allow you the chance to conveniently pick up dinner and some fresh produce. As always, we are continually looking for Volunteers and Event Sponsors to help make these events a huge success. Please contact us to learn more about volunteering or advertising your business to the community through an event sponsorship!
Please note the special Operating hours of the Community Center during the Holiday Season: Christmas Eve, December 24th- Open 8am-3pm Christmas Day, December 25th- CLOSED New Year’s Eve, December 31st- Open 8am-3pm New Year’s Day, January 1st- CLOSED ARBOR GREENE GAZETTE
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Please be aware that there at three Homeowner's Associations within Arbor Greene. Below are the contacts for each along with informative articles.
Arbor Greene Master HOA Judith Swartz, President (2016) Paul Boucher, Vice President (2017) Patricia Chung, Treasurer (2016) Sheryl Greenlee, Secretary (2016) Betty Jackson, Director (2017) Alex Levy, Director (2017) Edwin Ramon, Director (2016)
Parkview Parkview Enclave Parkview Heather Sound Parkview Heathersound
Property Manager: Mark Eary Greenacre Properties, Inc. 813) 600-1100 Ext. 163 meary@greenacreproperties.com www.greenacreproperties.com
This year has proven to be a challenging but very productive year as we continue to enforce our covenants to aid in improving our community. I am pleased to announce that in our October 27th meeting, the board voted unanimously to pass the 2016 budget. We are also happy to announce there will be no increase in assessment fees, staying at $90 a year per household. Prompt assessment payment and covenants compliance by the majority of our homeowners is greatly appreciated. It is the duty of the HOA to take the necessary action to attempt to attain full compliance. The Board of Directors takes their role seriously in following up with those in the Community who do not pay their assessments or who violate the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of our Community. Unfortunately, at times this requires legal action. Both of these areas will remain a focus in 2016.We have seen a great improvement in overnight street parking this year due to the enforcement of the no overnight street parking covenant and wish to thank residents for complying with our long-standing covenants. This process is going well and will continue in 2016. To ensure that properties are maintained, the HOA will continue to enforce yard maintenance and overall appearance issues. In addition, thorough quarterly “Super Inspections” of properties will be conducted targeting major HOA enforcement areas. This will result in enhanced “curb appeal” for the entire community. Basic exterior maintenance on unoccupied or foreclosed properties will also continue through 2016 via the abatement process. Just a reminder for residents decorating for the holidays, installation of decorations should be no earlier than 6 weeks before the holiday and removal no later than January 15th. Lastly, in order to enjoy the holidays, the Board will combine the November and December meetings into a final 2015 meeting on December 8th at 7pm after the DRB meeting at 6pm. Wishing all residents a safe and happy holiday season! Judith Swartz HOA Board President
Carriage Homes HOA at Arbor Greene Bruce Metts, President Laurie Dykeman, Vice President Michael Wood, Secretary Jennifer Siemering, Treasurer
Property Manager: Karen Lillie Condominium Associates klillie@condominiumassociates.com
The board held its Budget Meeting on October 29, 2015 and the 2016 Budget was approved. All residents have been mailed a copy of this budget, however if you have not received it, please contact Karen Lillie. A copy will also be available on the Condominium Associates website. It should be noted that monthly fees have increased only due to the need to budget for the installation of gutters throughout the community. If we did not have the expense of gutter installation, our monthly fees would actually have decreased. Online Information-Please contact Karen Lillie to set up your online account. By doing this, you will have access to meeting minutes, your account statement, community covenants and deed restrictions, leasing packets, etc. It is a very important link to communication within our community! TRASH-Kindly refer to your copy of the community covenants in regards to trash cans. All garbage containers must be stored INSIDE the garage. They are not permitted to be stored on the driveways. There are residents and tenants who continue to ignore this and they will be receiving fines. Keep in mind this provides continuity with the aesthetic regulations throughout Arbor Greene. If you need a copy of your community covenants, please contact Condominium Associates to assist in setting up your online account. We are in need to residents to become a part of the Architectural Review Committee. In an effort to have consistency throughout the Carriage Homes, we need volunteers. Uniformity requires a starting point and for now we are basing all violation notices off the recorded deed restrictions and covenants for our community. We would like to review these and possibly make some changes or enhancements, but it will require community involvement! Please contact Karen if you are interested in helping!
Devonshire HOA at Arbor Greene Stuart Marofsky, President Kate Nidasio, Vice President Nick D’Andrea, Secretary Joe Ciccarello, Treasurer Robert Hennig, Board Member at Large
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Environmental Awareness STORMWATER POND OPERATION AND MAINTNENACE Arbor Greene was designed with many stormwater ponds throughout the community for the treatment and storage of stormwater runoff, as well as, buffering between homes. In an effort to maximize the house envelope on each lot, the pond maintenance berms were designed on private property along the rear lot lines within easements given to the Arbor Greene Community Development District (the “CDD”), who is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the ponds. The pond operation and maintenance requirements include: 1) lake management services to control algae and various grasses, 2) water quality compliance with the “wet detention” pond design method, 3) pond slope erosion monitoring and reporting, 4) monitoring of roof drainage connections into ponds, and 5) monitoring and reporting of any pool and/or water conditioner discharges. The lake management services are performed by a local reputable company that has many years of experience in controlling algae and grasses, and they also understand how the ponds were designed and intended to function. They can assist in creating healthier stormwater ponds with improved water quality resulting in less chemical treatment. The ponds were designed as “wet detention” ponds which were intended to function similarly to natural wetland systems and provide pollutant filtration through aquatic plants. Currently, many of the ponds do not contain vegetation for this necessary treatment resulting in polluted stormwater being continually discharged downstream into wetlands and other water bodies. Another important thing for residents to understand is that the storm sewer systems that flow into the ponds should be protected against dog waste, chemical, and/or any debris disposal for proper flow and water quality. District field staff regularly inspects pond slopes for condition and potential for slope erosion. Over many years of inspections, erosion has found to be caused by any combination of the following: 1) regular seasonal fluctuation of the groundwater table, 2) construction methods during the excavation of the ponds, 3) point discharges from pools, water conditioners, and roof drainage, 4) loss of vegetation required to stabilize slopes, and 5) point discharge from side yard swales, particularly from roof drainage,. In recent inspections, the noted erosion sources and locations have become a major topic of discussion with the CDD Board of Supervisors which has initiated a campaign to educate the community on: 1) the purpose of the stormwater ponds and the easements provided to the CDD, 2) creating an aquatic planting program to improve water quality and stabilize pond slopes, and 3) the fact that pool, water conditioner, and roof drainage point discharges are major contributors to pond slope erosion and will need to be handled differently by the residents. The District will be providing a series of articles over the next few months to detail each of the items mentioned in this article, and the Board of Supervisors invite all residents to their meetings for discussion and feedback.
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Tennis Spotlight USTA Leagues Start In January Like a little more competition? Men’s and Women’s USTA Leagues will be starting up in January. Teams are by NTRP Ratings 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0. If you are interested in playing or being a captain contact Alan at TrainSmartTennis@gmail.com.
The Alzheimer’s Charity Tennis tournament in November was a big Success. The ladies had a fun time competing while raising over $500 for charity! Thank you to CarePatrol and NuVista Living for putting on a great event.
Upcoming Tournaments 12/5-6
Train Smart Tennis Winter Championships Adult USTA Event
NTRP Men's Singles: 3.0-4.5 (FMLCFirst Match Losers Consolation NTRP Women's Singles: 2.5-4.0 (FMLCFirst Match Losers Consolation
“Alzheimer’s Charity Tennis Tournament”
NTRP Men's Doubles: 3.0-4.5 (SESingle Elimination NTRP Women's Doubles: 2.5-4.0 (SESingle Elimination
Arbor Greene's Avery Isaac takes home a trophy from the Saddlebrook Level 6 Junior tennis event. Great Playing Avery.
Men's & Women's Singles & Doubles: Open (FMLCFirst Match Losers Consolation
First Friday Mixed-Doubles Social December 4th, 2015 6:30pm-9:30pm Adults of Arbor Greene are welcome to attend on the first Friday of every month. Please bring food and refreshments for this friendly tennis gathering. If interested please contact: Susan Sommerfield at stsommer@verizon.net.
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Dates, times, and locations are subject to change due to Community Center renovations. Please contact the activity coordinator to confirm.
Book Club - The Arbor Greene Book Club normally meets in the Gathering Room at 7:00pm on the third Monday of each month. Due to the holiday season, the book club will be meeting on December 14th instead. All are invited to attend and discuss Behind the Beautiful Forevers. The point of contact is Diane Wheeler (813) 994-9262. The January book will be Broken Harbor by Ann Packer. Meditation - Mindfulness Mediation is Mondays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 10:00am in the Community Center Fitness Studio. Sound Mediation is Wednesdays at 7:30pm. For more information please contact Parker Pope at mindfulnessmediation@verizon.net or call 813-382-2216. PROtential Sports- PROtential Sports offers an after-school program at the Arbor Greene Community Center. For more information please contact them at 813-843-9460 or visit their website at www.protentialsports.com. Swimming Lessons- For swim lessons or TBAY swim teams, please contact Julia Lamb at 813-240-9428. For Infant Swim Resource lessons, please contact Emma Grymbal at 813-748-6142.
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weekend lessons with SwimKids USA, contact Alan Messing at (813) 991-6258. TBAY swim practice at Arbor Greene currently has the following schedule: Mon-Thurs (8:00am-11:45am & 3:30pm6:45pm, Fridays 8:00am-11:00am) Tennis Lessons- If you or your child are interested in tennis lessons, please contact Alan Williams at 813-610-7301. Yoga- Yoga classes are back in swing at Arbor Greene. They are being held in the new Fitness Studio every Monday night from 6:00pm-7:15pm. For more information contact Ruben Vazquez at 727-771-3612 Zumba- Zumba will be returning to Arbor Greene on Friday mornings beginning in January. For more information about the Zumba on Wheels classes contact Maugie Blasini at 813-732-7011.
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Give Back Opportunities “Make the Call, Help Us All” Hello Arbor Greene (AG) Neighbors. We want to begin by congratulating AG residents, as we have again won an award for our sustained support of the Tampa Police Department (TPD), which helps to keep our community one of the safest in New Tampa! Your communication between each other, the AG Neighborhood Watch Association (NWA) and the TPD has helped to prevent crime in our neighborhoods. Thank you and please help us all by keeping up this trend. In last month’s article, we addressed “Holiday Season Security Tips.” In past holiday seasons, most calls and emails we received were about “Crimes of Convenience” and suspicious activity. “Crimes of Convenience” occur when we make it easier, or tempting, for criminals to commit thefts, such as when we leave valuables unattended, vehicles or homes unlocked, garage doors open, and exterior lights off at night. A Crime of Convenience, however, is still a crime that should be reported. The TPD and the AG NWA strongly urge AG residents to immediately call the TPD to report all crimes as well as suspicious person(s) and activities. By calling the TPD, it: Increases the overall security of our community, and may help deter additional or future crimes when TPD officers are dispatched to investigate. Provides the TPD with justification for maintaining or increasing resources, such as patrol officers in the New Tampa area, including AG. Aids the TPD in developing and analyzing criminal trends, furthers ongoing investigations, and may prevent follow-on crimes that could impact us and our neighbors. TPD officers often note that they may know where criminals initially operate, but once the criminals “move on,” AG residents’ calls help the TPD identify where criminals have moved to. Increases the probability of reuniting stolen property with the rightful owner.
We are hosting a Food Drive for Metropolitan Ministries at Arbor Greene. Drop off the items below during our Winter Wonderland event on Dec 12th from 9am-12pm. We will also have a drop off box located in the Community Center entrance from Dec 5th through Dec 17th. Bold items are most in demand. No Perishable or Expired food items please. FOOD LIST Gravy Cereal Canned Fruit Bagged or Canned Beans Cranberry Sauce Canned Yams Bagged or Boxed Stuffing Peanut Butter Boxed Macaroni & Cheese Canned Vegetables Bags of Rice Canned or Boxed Potatoes Dessert Mixes Packaged Cookies or Pastries Gift Cards for Groceries
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A key to an effective criminal deterrence program is timely communication between AG residents and the TPD. AG residents should call TPD’s Non-Emergency line (813-231-6130) to report suspicious activity or person(s). If you think a crime is about to occur or has been committed against person(s) or property, then immediately dial 9-1-1. In either case, call the TPD from a safe location and do not confront the suspicious person(s) or criminal suspects. If you want more details about this topic or security information from the TPD, please email us at ArborGreene NWA@hotmail.com. Joining the email group does not obligate you to be involved in any NWA activity, but should help you and your family to be better informed and more secure. The AG NWA is an allvolunteer run program overseen by the TPD. Thank you for your continued help in keeping AG one of the nicest and safest communities in New Tampa. Paul & Hally Boucher - Neighborhood Watch (NWA) Coordinators *The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Arbor Greene CDD.
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Holiday Painting Class 7pm
Holiday Bingo 3pm-5pm Food Drive Begins
Yoga 6pm
DRB Board 6pm
Winter Wonderland 9am-Noon
Carriage Homes HOA 6pm
CDD Workshop 6:30pm
Blood Drive 9am-1pm
HOA Meeting 7pm Meditation 10:00am
Yoga 6pm Book Club 7pm
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Meditation 10:00am
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Christmas Eve (Community Center Open 8am-3pm) New Year’s Eve (Community Center Open 8am-3pm)
Christmas (Community Center CLOSED)
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Tuesday, January 5th-Take Out Tuesday: Food Truck & Produce Stand 5pm-8pm Saturday, January 9th- AG Car Show & Market 10am-1pm Friday, January 22nd- Movie on the Lawn & Chili Cook-Off: Peanuts Movie @ 7pm
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