PDPOA Perspective November 2023

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS Becky Brumley, CHAIR

615-417-7638 | becky81059@gmail.com

Alice Bettencourt

703-216-7315 | abett.pdpoa@gmail.com

Dan DeMichele

781-789-3404 | ddemichele@gmail.com

Jerry Durkin

570-460-9197 | jerrydurkin3@gmail.com

Kurt Faires

423-757-0226 | kfaires@chamblisslaw.com

Ed Garino

843-310-4646 | egarino.pdpoa@gmail.com

Doug Luba

News NEW BOARD MEMBERS The election of directors was held in advance of the Annual Meeting and facilitated by a third party, Vote-Now. The election period commenced on September 1st and closed on October 1st. Over 35% of the membership cast a vote by paper ballot or electronically.

The results of the board election were announced at the Annual Meeting on Saturday, October 14. The three newly elected Directors are Alice Bettencourt, Ed Garino, and Doug Luba. Congratulations Alice, Ed, and Doug! We look forward to their valuable contributions in their new roles!

843 247-2527 | dougluba@gmail.com

Bob Talbot

630-608-8278 | talbots83@gmail.com

Chad Terefenko

610-873-1195 | c.terefenko@comcast.net

Brandon Smith, GREENWOOD C&R

864-229-4063 | bsmith@basmithlaw.com

ON-SITE STAFF Accounting Administrator, KRISTEN CAPOZZI 843-785-1109 x103 | kcapozzi@pdpoa.org

ARB, MONICA STITES

843-785-1109 x104 | mstites@pdpoa.org

ADDRESS SIGNS AVAILABLE FOR WATERFRONT RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES The Association is offering address signs to property owners with waterfront residential structures, specifically docks and bulkheads. The signage serves a variety of purposes, all aimed at ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience on the lagoon.

If you would like to request a 4" x 6" address sign for your dock or bulkhead, please email kryan@pdpoa.org and request a Waterfront Signage Form. There is no cost for the sign and installation. Only owners who request an address sign will receive one.

Administrative Coordinator, KATHLEEN RYAN 843-785-1109 | kryan@pdpoa.org

CEO, ANDREW P. SCHUMACHER

843-785-1109 x108 | aschumacher@pdpoa.org

Communications, ELIZABETH SIMPSON

843-785-1109 x106 | esimpson@pdpoa.org

Covenant Compliance, MATT COPPLE 843-785-1109 x113 | mcopple@pdpoa.org

Facilities Maint./Lagoon & Lakes, SYDNEY WAN 843-298-2359 | swan@pdpoa.org

AUDUBON CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT This year's count will be held on Friday, December 15. The Audubon Christmas Bird count is an annual early-winter bird census happening in over 20 countries in the Western Hemisphere. PD is an important part of the Hilton Head area count. If you enjoy watching birds at your backyard feeders, you might like to identify and count them as part of the CBC. Contact Susan Murphy at HHICBC@gmail.com if you would like to participate.

Finance, MATTHEW NEMES

843-785-1109 x111 | mnemes@pdpoa.org

Human Resources, LORETTA HOOVER 843-785-1109 x105 | lhoover@pdpoa.org

Project/Planning, JEFF STARR

843-785-1109 x295| jstarr@pdpoa.org

Security, JIM GRINER

HILTON HEAD ISLAND COMPUTER CLUB OPEN HOUSE The Hilton Head Island Computer Club will be hosting an Open House on November 13 from 1-4pm at the Senior Center at 70 Shelter Cove Ln with help stations for Apple, Windows, Google/Android, streaming entertainment and home systems.

843-785-1120 | jgriner@pdpoa.org

Visitor Management, JULIUS INGRAM 843-785-1125 x126 | jingram@pdpoa.org

The Palmetto Perspective is published bimonthly by the Palmetto Dunes Property Owners Association. ©2023 PALMETTO DUNES POA, INC.

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UPCOMING LAGOON LOWERING November 8 & December 6

Our lagoon system is periodically lowered to promote the health of the waterway. Please note that dates are always subject to change/cancelation.

CEO's Report In the past year, our association has made significant progress in achieving its goals. We have worked to create a positive impact and bring about change in our community. We are proud to share some of our accomplishments with you.

Community Engagement One of the key objectives set forth by the Strategic Planning Team was to build a strong, engaged community.

were held this summer, raising over $43k for Palmetto Dunes Cares.

In our ongoing efforts to connect with our owners, we recently organized an inaugural Community Open House and BBQ on September 28th. Over 170 owners attended the event to tour the building, meet with staff, learn about operations and enjoy a BBQ lunch. We plan to make this an annual tradition, providing an invaluable opportunity for owners to engage with our dedicated staff and gain insights into various departments within the association.

ARB

We have successfully hosted 38 property owner events, ranging from art workshops and culinary meetups to recreational gatherings. These events have witnessed an overwhelming attendance of over 1700 owners, demonstrating the commitment and enthusiasm of our owners.

The community has experienced a marked improvement in its beauty and desirability over the years due to the continued effort by both owners and the ARB to maintain certain standards that have been in existence for years. Owners are continually upgrading and making improvements to their properties, and some of the last remaining new-builds have been constructed to high standards and aesthetics, making the neighborhood more attractive and desirable. With the ARB’s guidance, these investments have improved property values for all owners.

The immensely popular Turtle Trot 5ks

So far this year there have been 58

We have organized a robust calendar of events to be held throughout the year, ensuring that there is something for everyone to enjoy.

renovations or addition projects as well as pool additions. The ARB has seen 21 new-builds either completed or under construction. This is a strong indication of a thriving community and a continued desire to reinvest in the community with the goal of enhancing property values.

Project Management Maintenance

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Facility

In April of this year, the Projects & Facilities Team completed the Sea Lane Bridge replacement project. Aside from replacing the entire bridge structure, they also improved safety and accessibility by realigning and widening the leisure pathway.

Throughout this year, the team adopted a strong sustainability directive established by creating and implementing a robust Carbon Footprint Reduction Plan.

The goal is to eliminate the use of gaspowered maintenance equipment and tools. This year, the team transitioned towards a greener future by integrating the first all-electric UTV vehicle into the maintenance fleet. They have also adopted the use of battery-powered tools, such as chainsaws and leaf blowers. This shift to sustainable equipment promotes environmental responsibility and considerably diminishes noise pollution.

With a strong focus on the lagoon-one of our most valuable assets, the Facilities Management Team reimagined the format and oversight of the Lagoon and Lakes Advisory Group in 2023.

Byproducts of these efforts include an advanced water testing program, a comprehensive debris management plan, and the integration of waterway and wildlife signage, all of which enhance the enjoyment of the expansive 11-mile lagoon system.

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The patrol team logged over 68,000 miles.

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Conducted over 300 hours of bicycle patrol, 200 hours of marine patrol, and 90 hours of speed enforcement.

Issued approximately 550 Private Citations and Warnings.

Completed over 3,000 house checks.

Recorded and documented over 13,000 dispatch calls for service.

In 2022, the security department recorded 40 Part I and Part II Crimes. This was an increase of six (6) incidents compared to 2021 but a decrease of 22 incidents compared to 2020.

Prior to 2021, the pass office typically processed an average of 150,000 passes and decals per year.

In 2021, they issued an all-time high of approximately 192,000 and in 2022 they issued the second highest of approximately 179,000.

Chief Griner and his team continue to explore opportunities to leverage technology in order to provide better service and improve efficiencies. As part of the 2023 Capital Budget, the security department added video cameras at 10 locations within the community. They also replaced the video management server and installed infrared illuminators at five locations to assist with nighttime video recording.

Currently, the Association has approximately 50 cameras in the community which play a vital role deterring crime and providing community wide coverage in the event of an incident.

We continue working with SymLiv on the development, implementation, outreach, and testing of the vendor processing software which allows companies to purchase passes online after completing a brief community educational session.

Vendors can then send QR codes to their employees for a “scan and go” entry.

This should significantly reduce wait times at the pass office window. We are also working on implementing the commercial decal module which will allow companies to purchase decals and barcodes online.

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Chamber and Resort Perspective Earlier this month, Condé Nast Traveler announced that Hilton Head Island has been chosen as the No. 1 Island in the U.S. for the seventh consecutive year in its 2023 Readers' Choice Awards.

Condé Nast Traveler readers submitted responses rating their travel experiences across the globe. Being at the top of this list is an honor.

Palmetto Dunes Resort was ranked thirteenth among the 20 Best Resorts in the South. The Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort was ranked #13 Resort in the U.S. and among the top Resorts in the South.

From a real estate perspective Palmetto Dunes continues to be desirable place to visit and purchase real estate. Although real estate sales have slowed down, property values continue to rise. 2023 is forecast to have $152 million in real estate sales, which while lower than the past few years, is still above 2019.

burden for employees in this area. News headlines during the last few years are exactly what we are experiencing locally – recruiting people is difficult. It continues to be an employee’s market and as desperate employers seek to fill important positions, compensation and benefits for many positions have increased significantly.

Incentives offered by the Employer of Choice initiative continue to be successful and motivational for our tenured employees as they recognize the effort of the organization to maintain a dedicated workforce. Despite continual turnover in difficult positions, the average years of service for our team continues to increase – year to date it is 8.1 years.

As we have shared in the past, we encourage all of you to give appreciation to our hardworking team members when you see them. This community would not be the beautiful, safe place that it is without this team.

People – Our Most Valuable Resource And finally, none of this would be a reality if we did not have the dedicated and talented team working at Palmetto Dunes. Attracting, recruiting, and retaining employees continues to be a challenge. We are all familiar with the staffing issues across the island which continue to worsen due to transportation and work-force housing. Rising fuel and housing costs continue to be a significant

We have accomplished a lot this past year. This would not have been possible without the vision and leadership of your board of directors and the dedication and the support I have from the team.

We are always about balancing the needs of all who LIVE, INVEST, WORK and PLAY here, and we will continue to do so.

— Andrew Schumacher, CEO

Bylaw Amendment Results Six (6) proposed bylaw amendments were

to vote at such meetings whether held at

presented to the owners for a vote at the

a designated place or solely virtually.

Annual Meeting on Saturday, October 14.

Yes Votes: 958 and No Votes: 33. The

The bylaw amendment vote results have

Amendment PASSED.

been counted and certified by the Association's attorneys, Jones, Simpson &

As to Amendment Number 4:

Newton.

Article III Board of Directors, Section 2 Elections and Term:

MOORING BUOY REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT UPDATE Due to delays with the permitting pro-

A total of eight hundred twenty-four (824)

Proposed changes clarify Director's terms

cess and subsequent adjustments to the

members submitted ballots voting in per-

commence at the conclusion of the An-

construction phase plan, the official start

son or by proxy, representing a total num-

nual Meeting following his/her election.

of construction has been rescheduled to

ber of votes of 1,003. A total of fourteen

Yes Votes: 985 and No Votes: 5. The

(14) proxy holders cast 743 votes. The re-

Amendment PASSED.

November 6, 2023.

sult of the vote count is as follows: As to Amendment Number 5:

During the week of 10/16/23, the contractor

As to Amendment Number 1:

Article V Committees, Section 1 Executive

started light mobilization, which included

Article II Membership, Section 7 Notices:

Committee:

staging materials and equipment and

Proposed changes expand the methods

Proposed changes limit the role and

of Notice of Members to include email to

responsibility of the Executive Committee

placing signage and barricades within the

Members who have elected to receive

for non­emergency issues to only those

correspondence from the Association by

two specific instances as provided by

10/23/2023, the contractor began installing

electronic means.

a contract of employment or ethical or

erosion control and tree protection within

Yes Votes: 985 and No Votes: 7. The

conflict of interest charges levied against

the right-of-way throughout the corridor.

Amendment PASSED.

Board Directors or Committee Members.

Yes Votes: 928 and No Votes: 46. The

As to Amendment Number 2:

Amendment PASSED.

Article II Membership, Section 8 Quorum:

project boundaries. Starting the week of

Our Facilities Maintenance team will oversee the process of mounting mail-

Proposed changes make the electronic

As to Amendment Number 6:

boxes on temporary mobile platforms to

proxy references consistent to confirm

Article XI Amendment, Section 2 Bylaws:

minimize the impact of construction-relat-

that Members submitting electronic prox-

The proposed language allows the Board

ies in accordance with Article II, Section

to present Bylaws amendments for Mem-

ed activities on mail deliveries. Despite a

9 are included for Article II, Section 8

ber consideration ( consistent with ap-

Quorum purposes.

plicable South Carolina law) by written or

integrated into the construction phase plan

Yes Votes: 977 and No Votes: 10. The

electronic ballot without a meeting with

will keep us on target for project comple-

Amendment PASSED.

such amendment votes being presented

tion by April 1, 2023.

later-than-expected start date, efficiencies

in conjunction with Director elections As to Amendment Number 3:

to simplify, consolidate and streamline

Article II Membership, Section 10 (New)

whenever possible the voting process for

Annual or Special Meetings; Remote

Members.

this project, please email the Director of

Communications and 11 (Revised)

Yes Votes: 956 and No Votes: 36. The

Projects & Facilities, Jeff Starr, at jstarr@

Membership Meeting During a Period of

Amendment PASSED.

pdpoa.org.

If you have any questions regarding

Emergency: Proposed changes track the new State law to allow Members of a

Thank you for your patience as we com-

South Carolina Nonprofit Corporation to

Certification of the Bylaw Amendment

participate in Annual or Special Meetings

Vote can be found on the association's

plete another critical infrastructure update

by means of remote communication, be

website: pdpoa.org.

within our community.

deemed present in person, and permitted

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Increase to Gate Access Fees

Controller's Report The As-

At the September Board meeting, the Board approved the Finance Committee’s recommendation regarding pass fees.

There will be no increase in the daily commercial pass fees, which are generally a direct pass-through to the property owner. Annual commercial decal fees will increase effective January 1, 2024. Rental pass fees will increase effective October 1, 2024, and will include additional tiers. The projected increase to PDPOA revenue will be approximately $720,000, based on current economic assumptions.

The Finance Committee made this recommendation based on a review of the gate access fee structure, how the fee changes would affect the Association’s financial condition, as well as the impact on property owners. The evaluation included a review of other communities and resorts in the lowcountry. The committee concluded that increasing rental pass fees and annual commercial pass fees would keep the Association on track to meet its long-term financial goals based on current assumptions in the ten-year plan with minimal impact on our membership.

The Board and Finance Committee evaluates the Association’s revenues and expenses on an annual basis to determine how best to position the organization for financial success and continue to reinvest in the community’s infrastructure.

Gate access fees are a critical source of our revenue. The Association evaluates these fee structures at least every five years and strives to provide owners who rent their property on the short-term rental market with at least a one-year notice before an increase becomes effective.

If you have any questions about the access fee increase, please contact the Association’s Controller, Matt Nemes, at mnemes@pdpoa.org.

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$224,000 greater than budget.

responsible for the operation,

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mately $143,000 under budget.

maintenance mon property within Palmetto Dunes. Our operating budget covers expenditures that are routine and predictable, with costs that are very familiar from year to year. A primary source of revenue to cover these expenditures are the residential and commercial assessments, along with pass fees. The assessments provide a highly predictable level of income to cover anticipated expenditures.

Total expenses before other income/(expenses) are approxi-

security, and of the com-

Total revenue before other income/(expenses) is approximately

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Approximately 99% of the owners have paid their annual assessment.

As we enter the final quarter of 2023, the Board, Finance Committee, and management will finish the 2024 operating budget. Part of the operating budget is an annual contribution to the Repair & Replacement Fund. In this fund, the homeowners’ association saves money for costly repairs and replacements of common property. Common property within PDPOA includes roads, buildings, drainage

Management and the Finance Com-

systems, and bridges. The Repair &

mittee continually study the fees

Replacement Fund is a savings ac-

charged to owners and guests to

count.

keep the residential assessment at a responsible amount. Sometimes it

To help manage the Repair & Replace-

is beneficial to have a slightly higher

ment Fund, a homeowners’ associa-

increase one year to keep the assess-

tion will perform a reserve study. A

ment more stable for the future years.

reserve study is a long-term capital

Paying more now can help offset fluc-

budget planning tool which identifies

tuations in the economy and allow for

the status of the Repair & Replacement

more fully funded reserves to cover

Fund and a stable and equitable fund-

major projects.

ing plan to offset ongoing deterioration, resulting in enough funds when

Management and the Finance Committee have been busy monitoring the 2023 capital budget, reviewing the revenue and expenses from operations, and working on the 2024 operating budget.

Through September, revenue is trending above budget, and operating expenses are under budget. Below are

those anticipated major common area expenditures occur.

The Board, Finance Committee, and Management strive to maintain an appropriate amount of reserves on hand to replace infrastructure as necessary.

It is desirable for current owners to pay a reasonably equitable share into the reserves to avoid unduly burdening future owners.

some financial highlights for the first nine months of the year.

— Matt Nemes, Controller

Security Update The security and pass office recently launched a new service for our owners and vendors who possess a property owner or annual commercial decal.

For those in possession of these decals, each decal holder will receive an email notification prior to their expiration date. The initial email will be sent 60 days prior to expiration. If the decal is not renewed, reminder emails will be sent at 30 days, 14 days, and three (3) days prior to the decal expiration date. To ensure that you receive these notifications, property owners should login to your ABDi Gate Access account at www.gateaccess.net and make sure that your email address is up to date. Commercial vendors will need to contact the pass office for assistance. The security department recommends that property owners review their ABDi account annually for accuracy.

Please be mindful that, at this time, only visitor passes can be processed through the mobile app, not rental or commercial passes. Both visitor and rental passes can also be entered via our website at www.gateaccess. net, which offers additional features for account management.

As a friendly reminder, please note that the security department also offers a free house check program.

When you plan to be away from home for an extended time, the security department will check the exterior of your home twice per day at no cost. Should they find anything unusual, they will contact you. You can sign up for this program by logging into your ABDi Gate Access Account at www.gateaccess.net.

We value our community greatly and look forward to working with each of you to improve safety and security in Palmetto Dunes.

Similarly, please be aware of the ABDI Gate Access mobile application available for both iPhone and Android users. This convenient tool allows you to input visitor passes, view and edit your guest list, and provide your guests with a QR code to present to the Pass Office to obtain a pass.

Your login information for both the mobile app and the website are identical: the community code is “PDPOA," the username is your primary phone number, and the password is your personal identification number (PIN). If you need help with using the mobile app or the website, instructions are attached. For further assistance or with any questions, please visit the Pass Office or give us a call at 843-785-1125.

To learn more about recent events, crime activity, trends, and other important information about your security and pass office, please join us monthly during our virtual security meetings. These are held the fourth Tuesday of each month at 2pm. To attend these meetings, please register at pdpoa.org/community/events.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Chief Griner at 843-785-1120 or via email at jgriner@pdpoa.org.

— Jim Griner, Chief of Security

Promontory Court Block Party

Another block party on Promontory Court? Yes, but this was a very special occasion. Residents celebrated the birthday of Wayne Beckley, "The Mayor of Promontory Court." His wife Michelle had barbecue from Smokehouse. Philippe and Marissa brought goodies from their Social Bakery. There were golf games for the kids, young adults, and retirees. The highlight was the Mann's dog joining in the singing of Happy Birthday.

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Community Open House & BBQ

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On September 28, the Association hosted a Community Open House and BBQ at the Administrative and Security Offices.

This event provided an excellent opportunity for owners to tour the building, interact with various

departments, and enjoy a barbecue lunch catered by Smokehouse.

We were thrilled to see a turnout of approximately 150 owners, and plan to make this an annual community event.

Owner Events Join in the fun! We have an exciting schedule of events for owners to enjoy this Fall. You can register for all Community Events online at: pdpoa.org/community/events.

First Friday Food Trucks

Thanksgiving Turtle Trot

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 5-7PM FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1, 4-6PM

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 9AM

Join friends and neighbors to enjoy food from local vendors! Food trucks will be located at the Administrative and Security Parking Lot, 16 Queens Folly Rd.

Pumpkins & Prosecco FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 12-2PM Join friends and neighbors for fun fall afternoon of pumpkins and prosecco!

Host Jill Moore will provide a fun and in-

The Palmetto Dunes Property Owners Association will host its third annual Thanksgiving Turtle Trot 5K on Thanksgiving morning.

The family-friendly Hilton Head 5k is a 5 kilometer run/walk on the beach and starts at 9am from the Dunes House, 14 Dunes House Lane. Registration is $35 and includes a t-shirt. Children 12 and under run for $20.

Advance registration is required at pdpoa. run. Race packet pick-up will be November 20-22 at the PDPOA Admin Office-16 Queens Folly Rd. Please arrive early on race day as parking is limited.

pumpkins, pinecones and fall foliage to create a decorative centerpiece.

Registration fee: $15/per person Includes supplies, prosecco and snacks

Annual Owners Oyster Roast WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 4-6:30PM Oyster roast, shrimp, BBQ, live music and fun with neighbors! A cash bar will be available. This event is only for Palmetto Dunes property owners.

Lincoln & So. Brewery Owners Social

Lincoln and South Brewery-138 Island Drive!

Lincoln and South Brewery is a Vermont-inspired brewery rooted in the Hilton Head Island community, and their team of local craft beer enthusiasts stays engaged in producing the best beer possible.

Registration fee: $5/per person

Coffee with Andrew 8-9am. Join CEO Andrew Schumacher on Wednesday mornings at the General Store for coffee and to catch up on what's been happening in the community.

Palmetto Dunes Cares Charity Golf Tournament: Tee Up for a Great Cause!

NO DECEMBER MEETING

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30 11AM SHOTGUN START

owners an opportunity to ask

Chat with the Chair 11am. This monthly event gives questions and discuss issues

Palmetto Dunes Cares is thrilled to announce its first-ever charity golf tournament at Arthur Hills Course in Leamington. Registration is $500 per team (or $125 per individual) and includes lunch, as well as non-alcoholic beverages. Along the course there will be "closest to the pin" challenges, a hole-in-onechallenge, as well as a prize for the winning team! Register: palmettodunescares.org

facing our community with

Holiday Social & Toy Drive

2pm. Chief Jim Griner hosts the

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2-4PM

Board Chair Becky Brumley.

Online registration: pdpoa.org/ chat-with-the-chair.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28 NO DECEMBER MEETING

Community Safety & Security Meeting online meetings and registration is required at pdpoa.org/

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 4-6PM Join fellow property owners with drinks at

WEDNESDAYS

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28

formative experiential workshop! You will be provided with Fall themed decorations like

PDPOA MEETINGS

We invite you to stop by the Association’s office to meet other property owners and PDPOA staff for an afternoon of holiday cheer!

We will be collecting toys to donate to children in need in Jasper County. If you cannot attend the event, we encourage you to dropoff a toy in the PDPOA administrative and pass office lobbies at 16 Queens Folly Rd. by December 5.

community-security.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 NO DECEMBER MEETING

Board Meeting

5:30pm. Meetings are open to Palmetto Dunes property owners to attend in person or via Zoom.

If you need any assistance registering for an event, please contact Kathleen Ryan at kryan@pdpoa.org.

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PD Women's Club The Palmetto Dunes Women’s Club was established over 25 years ago with the sole purpose of fostering a spirit of community for all women living under the Palmetto Dunes' umbrella. Membership

Employee Spotlight RAY ALICEA 5 YEARS AT PALMETTO DUNES! Job Title Resource Officer

is for all women living in PD, Leamington, and Shelter Cove, who are homeowners or renting for at least six months of the year. The group is composed of inquisitive, fun-loving members, interested in a wide swath of activities.

The Club is composed of several small groups called interest groups. The groups’ interests run from books to food to sports to local history. The goal has always been to have a group that meets everyone’s interests.

Highlights so far this year are a journey on the historic May River by boat, Book Club meetings in person, Lunch and Movie attendances, local bike trips for breakfast or lunch. Golf enthusiasts have visited several local courses, while

Ray Alicea works at Palmetto Dunes POA as a Resource Officer, proactively patrolling the community for code and covenant violations. He also works in all aspects of daily operations of the association, helping out wherever needed-whether it’s dispatch, pass office, gate operations, serving as an additional set of eyes for patrol and maintenance throughout the community, or even singing the national anthem at Palmetto Dunes’ Annual 4th of July Flag Raising.

the Beach Sweepers continue their hard work helping maintain the appearance of our beaches. And the best part is, this is just a short list of our happenings.

Ray said he likes his job in Palmetto Dunes because no two days are ever the same and he likes interacting with owners and guests.

If you would like to learn more about the PD Women's Club, please feel free to visit PDWC.wild apricot.org. Our local ladies truly enjoy each other’s company.

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Ray relocated to Sun City in 2018 with his wife, leaving behind his previous career in building maintenance in New York City.

However, Ray's passion for music has been a constant throughout his life. He started playing the piano at the age of 12, inspired by his church background as the son of a minister. Currently, he plays in the

Ray Adams Band, performing in Sun City, Bluffton, Beaufort, and Hilton Head. Catch them at Mama G's every other Thursday in the Moss Creek Village! You can find their full schedule on Facebook: www. facebook.com/rayadamsband.

When Ray isn't making music, you'll find him and his wife exploring the local food scene.

Their favorite Lowcountry dish so far? She-crab soup.

Resort Happenings Big Jim’s Thanksgiving Family To-Go Pack Have a no-fuss Thanksgiving celebration at Palmetto Dunes Resort! The Big Jim's Thanksgiving To-Go Family Pack feeds 4-6 people for $130 and includes herb roasted turkey, cranberry sauce, choice of 2 sides and choice of dessert. Add-ons are available.

Pickup is available on Thanksgiving Day only from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Orders must be placed by Monday, November 20 at noon.

Or, dine-in at Big Jim’s—Thanksgiving menu available from 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. Visit PalmettoDunesThanksgiving.com for more information and to place an order or call 877-497-2068.

Alexander’s Super Tuscan Wine Dinner Thursday, November 16, 2023 from 6 – 9 p.m.

Spend the evening at Alexander’s Restaurant & Wine Bar as the culinary team will offer this special wine dinner featuring Super Tuscan wines, spectacular food and lively conversation. Priced at $135 per person.

Learn more and reserve your spot at AlexandersRestaurant.com/wine-dinner or call 855-511-0999 daily after 12 noon for more information.

Cooking Demo at Alexander’s: How to Make Oyster Stew Sunday, November 19, 2023 from 2 – 3 p.m.

Gather round the table for a cooking demonstration at Alexander's, led by our culinary team. During this event, you will learn how to make oyster stew. Demonstrations are $25 per person and include a glass of sparkling wine and culinary gift to take home! Learn more and reserve your spot at AlexandersRestaurant.com/cooking-demonstrations.

Santa at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina Shelter Cove Harbour will be hosting a dayafter-Thanksgiving “Santa and Shopping Day” on Friday, November 24 with Santa arriving at 12 noon aboard a fire truck!

Children can share their Christmas wish list and snap a pic with Santa at the Neptune Statue until 2:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, but please bring a new unwrapped toy or canned items for The Deep Well Project. Learn more at ShelterCoveHiltonHead.com/santa.

Trivia Night Tuesdays at Big Jim’s Join us at Big Jim’s for Buzztime Live Hosted Trivia every Tuesday night from 5-7 p.m.

Play as an individual or as a team. First and second place winners will receive a prize!

View the full menu and hours of operation at BigJimsBBQCatering.com.

The Dunes House To view the Dunes House November calendar and current hours of operation, please visit PalmettoDunes.com/DunesHouse.

Holiday Parties at Alexander’s Alexander's Restaurant & Wine Bar is the perfect lagoon-side setting for any special occasion or your year-end celebration. You can enclose the porch with the lagoon view for seating of up to 40. For lunches and brunches when the restaurant is closed for regular business, there is restaurant seating for a maximum of 120 guests not including the private dining room or bar area. View more information at AlexandersRestaurant. com/holiday-parties or call (855) 427-3989 for more information.

Holiday Parties Made Easy with Dunes Catering & Events Let us cater your holiday party! Whether the party is at our house or yours, we can deliver a no-hassle end of year celebration you’ll be proud of. Ask about hosting your party at our Toptracer Range, which includes 14 covered golf bays plus a VIP area all with high-speed cameras, TV monitors, games, and casual seating. View more information at DunesCateringAndEvents.com or call 843-686-9142.

Brunch with Santa at Alexander’s Restaurant & Wine Bar Join us for our annual Brunch with Santa event featuring a buffet and complimentary photos with Santa on Sunday, December 10.

There will be two seatings at 10:15 a.m. & 12 p.m. $43++ per adult | $25++ per child (12 & under). Reservations are required. We will be accepting new unwrapped toys during this event benefiting The Deep Well Project.

Make a reservation at AlexandersRestaurant. com/santabrunch.

Shop Christmas Gifts at Southern Tide Stop by the first and only Southern Tide Signature Store on Hilton Head Island and stock up on great Christmas gifts for the whole family! Visit SouthernTideHiltonHead.com for more information or call the store at 888-974-0519.

Palmetto Dunes Gift Cards make the perfect holiday gifts!

The Palmetto Dunes Gift Card is like sending a fun-filled getaway to your loved ones. Purchase at Pro Shops, Welcome Center or online at PalmettoDunesStore.com (e-giftcards available!). Redeemable for golf tee times, lessons and merchandise, tennis court time, lessons and merchandise, pickleball court time and lessons, Hilton Head Outfitters merchandise and activities, Shelter Cove Marina Ship’s Store, Shelter Cove Marina activities, Southern Tide at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina, General Store, resort dining including Alexander’s, Big Jim’s, The Dunes House and golf grills and more.

Holiday Lights Display at Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina This December, take a stroll through our version of a winter wonderland, as Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina transforms into a colorful affair. Stroll the promenade, where the harbour & marina will be decorated with holiday lights, and enjoy everything a Lowcountry "winter" has to offer. View more information on holiday happenings at ShelterCoveHiltonHead.com/santa.

Happenings at the Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort Thanksgiving Brunch – Celebrate the holidays at the Omni with their delicious Thanksgiving Brunch on Thursday, November 23 from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. $74 per adult and $24 per children 6 – 12 years old (plus tax and gratuity) | Complimentary for children under 5 & under. Reservations are required. Call 843.341.8058 for reservations.

HH Prime Restaurant – Daily Breakfast served from 6:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. and Dinner from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Dinner reservations through OpenTable are suggested.

XO Sports & Spirits – Enjoy game day sports on any of our 13 monitors with Big 10 Network, the SEC Network, and PGA Tour coverage. Drink specials and casual menu.

Open daily. 843.341.8487.

Palmetto Market – Open 6:30 a.m. – 10 p.m. for coffee, beverages, fresh-made breakfast items, sandwiches, pizza, salads, and market items. 843.341.8025.

Ocean Tides Spa – Check out our featured products and treatments! Call 843.341.8056 for services, appointments, or gift cards.

Visit www.omnihiltonhead.com for more information.

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