Southfork News “FOR THE RESIDENTS, BY THE RESIDENTS” Have a great month!
October 2020
Newsletter Information Note, any information to be placed in the newsletter, must be submitted between the 1st and 15th of every month. Please contact the editor (Phyllis Grossi) at 567-6105, pkaygrossi@aim.com or drop off the information at 11150 Mesquite Dr. All newsletters can be viewed in color on the web site @ www.floridacommunities.com (click on Southfork at bottom of page.) Facebook Southfork community page (you know you are from southfork when) Southfork Deceased residents (Southfork Fl “gone but not forgotten” Must join on facebook to be able to view or add info.
ASSOCIATION OFFICERS: President
Harry Gerrish
Vice President
Ron White
2019-2021
Pam Way
2020-2022
Secretary Treasurer
2020-2022
2019-2021
Directors: Tom Flanagan
2020-2022
Donna Elder
2020-2022
Sue Kerschner
2019-2021
Bob Lynch Bob Dougherty
2019-2021 2019-2021
Emergency CONTACT NUMBERS IN PASCO COUNTY (911) Pasco Cty Sheriff 352-518-5000
Dade City Police 352-521-1493
Hurricane Updates 800-427-8340
Sheriff non-emerg 727-847-8102
Southfork office 352-523-0022
Fax 352-523-0611
After Hours 352-206-4080
Sick/Prayer List. Helen Stowe
Lora Clowes
Kathy Tabor
Tom Flanagan
Rick Hood
Pat Brown
Nancy Arnold Jones
Get Well Wishes To All! In Memoriam Great month with nothing to report. Our condolences to the family and friends! New Residents Reginald Tynes
10923 Tumbleweed Dr
Dennis Lambert
11147 Ewing Dr
Dean & Rose Weeks
11109 Mustang Dr
Mary Muzzio
11125 Palamino Dr Welcome to our Community of Southfork! Wedding
Anniversaries
10/2 Dave & Denise Gottshalk
10/2 Ted & Sharon Coffeen
10/9 Pete & Dixie Logoyda
10/12 Glenn & Lynda Estabrook
10/17 Tim & Megan Kelly
10/18 Don & Donna Ivey
10/19 Bob & Carol Quandt
10/22 Duane & Angie Wing
10/25 Joe & Jackie Morgano
10/29 Bob & Karen Mize
10/30 Rick & Shirley Hood ______________________________________________________________________________ Riddle of the Month
You can see it every day, But cannot touch it at will. What is it?
October Birthdays Bobbe Gilpin
Rick Unger
Tim Kelly
Bill Stricklen
Karen Mercaldo
Murlan Cooper
Jean Rapinac
Pat Pitts-Burke
Kay Felder
Mable Ianson
Karen Mize
Kitty Belesky
Barbara Graff
Peggy Lare
Terry Sargent
Maurya McHenry
Pam Glenna
Dennis Pelton
Bob Dougherty
Don Webb
Nancy Jones
Glenn Estabrook
Kenneth Wilson
Marilyn Susinko
Lou Tardona
Donald Fry
Debbie McClure
Peter Mastalir
Phyllis Grossi
Jimmy Moscicki
Each month in the newsletter there will be a listing of people celebrating birthdays. I will also list Facebook members in our Southfork Facebook page so please forward to me at pkaygrossi@aim.com the month/day of any birthday.
SOUTHFORK TELEPHONE DIRECTORY
This is just a reminder to everyone here in the park about the deadline for changes, deletions, or additions for our Phone Directory which will be delivered in December. The deadline for any or all changes must be submitted by November 15th . All residents, please submit your name, address, phone number to Phyllis Grossi for an update for the directory. You can submit via email to pkaygrossi@aim.com or drop off at 11150 Mesquite Dr. Please fill in this form below: Name ____________________________________Cell/Phone number___________________________ Name ____________________________________Cell/Phone number___________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________________ Email Address _______________________________________________________________________ Email Address________________________________________________________________________ State you are from ___________________________________________________________________
Updates needed Anniversaries and Birthday’s
Along with the above article I need all Birthdays and Anniversaries (don’t need the year) for all residents. If you have not seen your birthday or wedding anniversary listed in the newsletter or on our facebook group site and wondered why…..I never got it. Thanks everyone, Phyllis Grossi
From Harry’s desk
It is almost time for it to get "cold" in Florida and another love bug season. We are still in hurricane season and also time for the "snowbirds" to return. What it is, is time to get back to normal activities in the community, but because of the virus we cannot get back in the Clubhouse and unfortunately the normal thing is not going to work the way we would like and expected it to. This does not mean that we can do nothing but complain. We need to become more flexible in getting out and doing things following the new inside and outside guidelines. I realize it is just not the virus but the weather that is causing most of the problems. We have less daylight time to take advantage of the activities that are available. Fortunately the pool remains open, and as I have mentioned before there are things that are available at the pavilion. Horseshoes, boccie ball. the ladder game, and the corn hole game boards are being refurbished. All of these can be played with or without masks. We will continue to have Monday morning coffee hour with donuts at 9 AM at the pavilion. Come and join us. Do not forget that you can ride around in your car or golf cart to see who is out for a walk or in their driveway for a chat or a wave, “hello�. So add some adventures to your life and get out to see friends and neighbors. Harry Gerrish , President Southfork HOA
Southfork Ambulance Program 8/27/2020 A short update on our assistance program. To date we have paid-out sixty one (61) claims, presently at $200.00/claim. We have four (4) active claims in the pipeline today. It is becoming a busy year. Good thing our Bank Account is strong. If you do not know, an annual membership is open to any Southfork Homeowner. More info? Contact Jim & Carolyn McAdams, Tom Geyer, Jo Bellows or Harry Gerrish.
_____________________________________________________________________________ SOUTHFORK SPEED LIMIT 15 MPH Just a word of caution when traveling our streets of Southfork. There are many people who walk with canes, are on scooters, people walking the dog or just out walking for the morning or evening for exercise. Be cautious when you get to the corners and especially streets leading onto Brahman/Bronco Drive. There are blind corners and please, just be careful so that no one gets hit or injured.
Southfork Women’s Club
I am sorry to announce that Covid has once again impacted us and the annual bazaar will not take place this fall. Hopefully, the next few months will find improvement in this situation and we can host a bazaar in the spring. This decision was made at a meeting of the club officers and committee chairs held in the pavilion recently. It was decided that in the interest of the safety of our residents it would be best to cancel the event at this time. We are sorry for all those this impacts, but don’t want to jeopardize anyone’s health. Also, it was voted on to continue our monthly donations to Day Star Hope Center. The club will continue with the $200 check to them each month for the remainder of 2020. For those of you that can help, we are asking for non-perishable food items to be dropped off at my house (11018 Mesquite), Jackie’s (11025 Ewing), or June’s house (11054 Ewing). These donations should be dropped off by October 5, 2020. Last month, Jackie, June, Melissa, and myself took a large variety of your donations to both Day Star Hope Center and Lacoochee School. I wish each of you could experience their sincere appreciation for the donations. We truly are helping! Please start collecting food for our annual Christmas Food Bags. The items requested are: creamy peanut butter 16 oz (1), grape jelly 18 oz (2), Jell-o boxes 3.4 oz (2), applesauce 48 oz (1), Debbie’s Cake's (2), canned corn 15.25 oz (2), canned green beans 14.5 oz (2), canned sweet peas 15.25 oz (2), and macaroni & cheese 14.5 oz (2). One last thing for you to start thinking about. We are going to need nominations for next year’s officers in the next couple months. Dot has agreed to accept nomination for Treasurer; however, we need names for President, Vice President, and Secretary. So, put on your thinking caps and let us know names of ladies that would do a great job heading our club. Thank you for all your generosity – it really is a blessing to these local charities during these difficult times.
Marcia Alexander, President
CANCELLED SOUTHFORK CARPORT SALE IN NOVEMBER! Because of the COVID-19 this event along with the Annual Women’s Club Bazaar will not be held for the safety of all residents.
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Volunteers Needed for Delivery of Newsletters I AM LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS TO HELP WITH THE DELIVERY OF THE NEWSLETTERS ON ALL STREETS AND THIS ALSO INCLUDES BACKUPS FOR ALL STREETS. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED OR NEED MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL ME AT 763-257-2023 OR STOP BY 11054 EWING AND CHAT WITH ME. STAY SAFE JUNE SANDBERG _____________________________________________________________________________________
Greetings to all Southfork from your HOA Activities Committee. We hope this greeting finds you all well and healthy. The HOA Activities Committee would also like to welcome all the new people that has moved into our community. Even though we have not been able to meet some of you in person, we do look forward to when we can. Going into fall there are NO changes for the Activities Committee. We are still on hold and hopefully not to far into the future things will get better for all. Continue to stay safe. June Sandberg HOA Activities Committee
Water Restrictions Using Well & Surface Water (Watering Days and Times) When using well or surface water, irrigation of established lawns and landscaping is authorized for one day per week per Pasco County, Florida, Code of Ordinances, Part I, Chapter 62, Article II, Division 3. Applicable water sources: "Any and all water on or beneath the surface of the ground, including natural or artificial watercourses, lakes, ponds or diffused surface water, and water percolating, standing or flowing beneath the surface of the ground." If your house number ends in:
Then you may water on:
Morning Hours
OR
Evening Hours
0 or 1
Monday
12:01 am - 8:00 am
OR
6:00 pm - 11:59 pm
2 or 3
Tuesday
12:01 am - 8:00 am
OR
6:00 pm - 11:59 pm
4 or 5
Wednesday
12:01 am - 8:00 am
OR
6:00 pm - 11:59 pm
6 or 7
Thursday
12:01 am - 8:00 am
OR
6:00 pm - 11:59 pm
8 or 9
Friday
12:01 am - 8:00 am
OR
6:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Mixed or No Address
Friday
12:01 am - 8:00 am
OR
6:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Non-Watering Days
Saturday and Sunday
NONE
NONE
Irrigation is prohibited between the hours of ( 8:00 am and 6:00 pm). Regardless of property size and using irrigation sources of well, lake or pond, you may only irrigate before 8:00 am and after 6:00 pm on the authorized days. (This is year round.) Irrigation System Testing & Repair Note: Your irrigation system may be operated for testing and/or maintenance with an attendant on site in the area being tested – no more than once per week and one test should not exceed 10 minutes. Periodic testing is recommended to ensure proper operation. Check for leaks, breaks, over-spray, and mis-directed heads. Residential Car Washing - Fountain Operations The washing of automobiles, trucks, trailers, mobile homes, campers, boats or any other type of motor vehicle or equipment is permitted using a self-canceling nozzle or automatic shut-off device. The washing of non-business, personal vehicles shall be conducted once per week on the designated watering day for the location.
Emergency vehicles, agricultural equipment and lawn mowers may still be washed on any day as needed.
Outdoor aesthetic uses of water, such as decorative water fountains and features, shall be prohibited unless such fountains or features provide a necessary aeration and/or water quality benefit. The operation of decorative water fountains or features using reclaimed water is not restricted; however, a sign stating "using reclaimed water" must be posted next to the water fountain or feature. ( Any questions, call 352-521-4285)
As you all know we have a few Southfork groups on Facebook and would like to describe each and hope all of Southfork joins these groups. All the groups are a closed group which means no one outside of Southfork can view or post any info. Welcome all Southfork!
(Southfork, Fl growing up) This was made for all who like to remember growing up and reliving all the old time memories. From early childhood to teens and what we liked and that includes games, food you ate, school years and so much more. Takes you mind off today’s world and takes us back to our growing up years.
(Southfork Dade City MarketPlace) For the selling and buying and borrowing of Household Items, Items need to buy, Loaners for (Wheel Chairs, Walkers, Canes or anything to help someone in despair), Handmade Items for sale, Household help such as (house cleaning, yard work needed etc). You can list known yard sales in the area, estate sales and these are just a few to mention. Whatever you want and don’t know where to buy, sell or loan this is our own community MarketPlace post for all .
(You know you are from Southfork when) This is our way of communicating between each newsletter and a chat group. It’s a place where we keep everyone updated on current events here in the park. Management also uses this group along with mass emailing for any important items they want everyone to know about and some examples are water shutoffs or any closings, or anything pertaining to the park. That is the reason I ask for all email addresses and use it for “Southfork” only. When anyone passes away I also use this to inform all.
Southfork Vendor Listings This group basically lists vendors in our local area that we can call for work around the home or some emergency we need help on. Please feel free to add any that you use and that might be helpful to all!
You can search in facebook for each of these groups and click to join and you will be added in. Again just community residents can join these groups. Any questions send me a message at pkaygrossi@aim.com or give me a call at 352567-6105
Just a reminder that all jobs serviced in the community is the responsibility of each resident and does not in any way reflect on the Southfork management.
Jerry’s Handyman Services
I am a master electrician offering the following services: Electrical, Pressure Washing, Gutter Cleaning, Minor Plumbing, washing of 5th Wheels, Cargo Trailer & Motorhomes, Also, transportation to or from Orlando/Tampa airports as well as the Tampa Train/Bus stations. Jerry McClellan 11040 Maverick Drive Cell: (352) 999-2908 ___________________
Southfork Maint. I am available for many different jobs. Pressure Washing $70.00 North Side of House $25.00 Gutters - $25 to $40.00 Plumbing $35.00 and up Paint-Ceiling fansOutlets and so much more. Please leave a message at 813-5082805 and I will return your call ASAP. Andy Davidson _________________
A & J Landscaping (Josh) Gutter Roof Cleaning, Any Yard Work, Hauling, Pressure Washing, other odd jobs. 813-426-0443 813-696-4997 ___________________
Need a Ride Southfork resident will take people to Doctors or Grocery Shopping in local area only. Contact Lois Albrecht 352-458-9244 Home Maintenance Service By Berry Home Repairs/Appliance installation Yard Work/ Leaves raked-Bushes trimmedRoof cleaned off-Gutters cleaned Power washing / Home (All or Partial) Driveways Berry Garner 38730 Bronco Dr. (352) 437-5207
HandyWoman Services by Gail Grocery shop, cook, laundry, pet care. Drive to airport.
Notary Public Lou Tardona
630-415-9880 ______________________
11206 Mustang
Southfork Vendor Listing
352-467-0408
Don’t forget, residents only, check out any vendor business listing you may be looking for on facebook.
Community Activities Sunday:
Thursday:
“May I” card game @6pm
Hand & Foot card game 9am Dominoes @1pm
Monday:
(Fall/Winter) Men’s shuffleboard @1pm
Coffee Hour @9:00am
(Fall/Winter) Ladies Shuffleboard @3pm
(Fall/Winter) Men’s shuffleboard @1pm
“Alley” Board game, cardroom @6pm
TOPS (take off pounds sensibly) @10am Hand & Foot card game 6pm
Friday:
Euchre @6pm
Curbside Trash pickup (Fall/Winter) Men’s shuffleboard @1pm
Tuesday: Curbside Trash pickup
Saturday:
(Fall/Winter) Men’s shuffleboard @1pm
Community Weigh to Go Support group @9am
Sequence @1pm
Game “65” 6pm
(Fall/Winter) Ladies Shuffleboard @3pm
Wednesday: Recyling pickup every Wednesday (cans & paper)
Office Hours
Quilting @9am
Mon thru Thursday 9am to 3:30pm Bridge @1pm
Friday 9am to 1pm (Fall/Winter) Men’s shuffleboard @1pm Bingo @5:45pm (warmups), Sales stop at 5:15pm Nov to April (Hotdogs/Hamburgs) 4 to 5:30pm pool area
Always stay tuned to your Email/Facebook postings for any changes or added events. Does not mean that events cannot still be scheduled for the outdoors and there is always something fun to do and please submit your ideas. Need your input and suggestions!
“For details of all events please see the page inserts included in this
newsletter” .
Answer to riddle on page 3 is
(The Sky )
STAY SAFE WEAR A MASK KEEP SAFE DISTANCE IF SICK, STAY AT HOME