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“Kimberley combines a sparkling personality with data-driven advice to provide exactly the kind of guidance I needed to get the best price for my home. After talking with her several times prior to the house going on MLS, my expectations grew as I saw her in-depth understanding of the current conditions and how best to market my home. And yet she exceeded those expectations.
All along, I felt like she was working for what was best for me; not what was most profitable for her. While some agents might quickly move on to the next sale after getting the house under contract; Kimberley stayed on top of every aspect of the process right through the closing-keeping me informed and reassured every step of the way.
I’m sure there are a number of good real estate agents in the Orlando area. But I believe Kimberley Gernert is the best in Baldwin Park. When you’re ready to sell your home or even if you’re just thinking about it; give her a chance to get to know you and your home and she will do for you what she did for me-listen to what is important to you, design a plan that fits you and your needs, and make an often difficult process as easy on you as possible.”
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May physically can’t fit any more happenings in the month, so we will do our best to cover them all!
We start off strong with First Friday. This monthly happening takes place from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. May 2 in the Village Center and features tons of local vendors to shop from along with live music and food. We love watching this event grow, and that includes the introduction of new, oneoff events such as the first Kentucky Derby Day, which
will take place from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 3. There will be themed food/drinks, so don your best derby fit and check out this fun event!
There are also several 5Ks taking place in Baldwin Park in May, and whether you want to participate or avoid the area, it is worth jotting them down. The annual American Lung Foundation Lung Force walk/run will be held at 8 a.m. Saturday, May 3, at Harbor Park. The 11th annual event presented by AdventHealth is in support of the fight against lung cancer. Sign up today at bit.ly/4lFzmL1. Then on May 18, the Average Joe 5K is deemed the “easiest race on the planet,” because you have to finish middle to win. We love a good themed race! Both support great causes and take place right in your backyard.
The month of May is clearly in no short supply of races — but also holidays. Don’t forget Cinco de Mayo on May 5, Mother’s Day on May 11 and Memorial Day on May 26.
Follow Baldwin Park on Instagram at @BaldwinPark Official for details on all the holiday happenings around town.
The Residential Owners Association is hosting another Take a Stroll(er) Around Lake Baldwin May 4. Take your little Jedi to this kid-friendly, parent meet-up for a leisurely stroll around the lake. The walk is 2.5 miles and begins promptly at 9 a.m. The group will meet at the Village Center by the flagpole. Residents, check your weekly newsletter for details or email Brie at Me -
diacomm@BaldwinParkPOA. com with any questions!
We hope you have enjoyed the Live Music in the Village Center: Music by the Lake and plan on attending the next live performance on May 16. Members of the Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra will perform live starting at 6 p.m. Friday, May 16, at the Village Center. This fun, family friendly happening will take place every third Friday of the month, and is sponsored by Hotwire and presented by your Baldwin Park Joint Committee. These performances help fund the group’s end-of-the-year trip to Japan!
Last, but certainly not least, is our, well, last Food Trucks in the Park until September. Have no fear, there will be more parties taking place all summer long — possibly even closer to where you live! However, in the meantime, the May Food Trucks in the Park is going to be the BIGGEST FOOD TRUCK RALLY TO DATE! Not only will the huge, free-to-play inflatable games make their return, but also the rally will feature Orlando’s VIRAL FOOD VENDORS, Tagliolino Pasta Truck and Speakeasy Burger (if you know, you know). We also will have Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream returning, along with Twisted Plates, Bon Appetit and more! Hungry? Come out to Corrine Commons for great food and even better company. Take a blanket or chair, and we will see you there! Kick off summer the right way — right in Baldwin Park!
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MAY 2025
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MEET YOUR NEIGHBOR:
The Fus
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Baldwin Park residents
Jacques and Yvonne Fu live by a philosophy centered around family, innovative business platforms and betterment of the Central Florida community.
The couple enjoys a storybook history. Having both grown up in Jupiter, they have known each other since the fourth grade. They began dating in the 11th grade and graduated high school sweethearts. They were married in 2008.
The Fus came to Baldwin in 2007 and purchased their current home in 2017.
“What initially attracted us to Baldwin were the exceptional schools,” Jacques says. “Know-
Jacques and Yvonne Fu met when they were in the fourth grade. Now, their lives are focused on family, business and making their community a better place.
ing we planned on raising a large family, education was a priority. We were impressed with the engaged community and involved parents, coupled with teachers that care.”
The Fus were also impressed with Baldwin Park’s vibrant, interactive community.
“Our children were raised in the Baldwin Park pools and playgrounds,” Yvonne says.
Yvonne is a 2006 graduate of the University of Central Florida and holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration. She is now the director of information technology at iGPS Logistics, a leader in 100% recyclable plastic pallets that improves automation and reduces carbon emissions.
When not being a mom and tech professional, she engages
her passion for giving back to the community as a member of the 100 Women Strong.
“100 Women Strong, a strategic giving circle, is dedicated to improving the lives of women and children,” she says. “It is also Central Florida’s only philanthropic organization built upon women-only leadership.”
Jacques and Yvonne are the proud parents of three children, Annalise, 6, Kristof, 10, and Sophia, 13. Annalise loves arts and crafts, reading, and video games. Kristof is a soccer fanatic, a huge fan of Kylian Mbappé, and the entire family are supporters of Orlando City and Orlando Pride. Sophia enjoys fashion and embracing her creative spirit, such as chorus and makeup design.
Always with an eye for inno-
vative technology, Jacques studied computer science at UCF. A natural entrepreneur, Jacques co-founded Stax, one of the 500 fastest growing companies and the first startup to reach “Unicorn” status from the city of Orlando. With Stax, Jacques has the honor of being the first Chinese-American in Florida to become a Unicorn founder. Stax is also the first Orlando startup to be valued over $1B, with more than 300 employees.
“I have a knack for building products that solve problems, bringing them to market and scaling them,” Jacques says.
His current primary focus is the learning platform PETE Learning (pete.com), which provides AI-powered tools to help course creators deliver their workforce training through
hyper-personalized simulations and assessments. He is also the co-founder of healthcare tech firm, AssistRx, an ePrescribing platform for chronic diseases.
Jacques is also co-founder of The Assistance Fund, which has grown into Orlando’s second-largest charity.
“The Assistance Fund helps patients and families facing high medical out-of-pocket costs by providing financial assistance for their co-payments, coinsurance, deductibles and other health-related expenses,” said Jacques.
In 2021, Yvonne and Jacques combined their passion for giving back to create a family foundation with a mission to empower Central Florida through innovative programs to combat debilitating hardships, disasters, and crises.
“We created the JASKY Foundation to fund programs that tackle community problems such as food insecurity and education,” Jacques says. “Our goal is to channel resources in innovation to analyze socio and economic health data. We have
supported organizations such as the Orlando Science Center, Second Harvest, DataKind, UCF Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership, and 4Roots.”
Jacques is also on the board of directors of StarterStudio, a non-profit providing education, coaching and other resources to founders of tech startups.
“You might call me something of a serial tech entrepreneur,” he says.
Although both juggling busy careers and civic pursuits, Jacques and Yvonne leave ample time for family fun.
“We very much enjoy taking in an Orlando City or Orlando Pride soccer match as a family,” Yvonne says.
The Fus named the Cafe 906, Seito, and Taste of Chengdu as their favorite restaurants.
“For a smaller community, Baldwin Park boasts an impressive array of quality dining options,” Jacques says. “We have enjoyed Camille several times for a special occasion and look forward to trying out Sorekara soon.”
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Jacques and Yvonne Fu have three children, Annalise, 6, Kristof, 10, and Sophia, 13.
OFF TO THE RACES
At 71, Baldwin Park resident Mary Collington is an avid triathlete.
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Baldwin Park resident Mary Collington has always been physically active, but at 71 years young, she continues to compete in triathlons all over the United States.
The youngest of five siblings, Mary says, “We were always at the pool and pushed outside to go play.”
She spent much of her time hanging out at Dubsdread pool and has always had an interest in endurance sports. In her teen years, she was a diver for Winter Park High School.
Her father was in the U.S. Navy and stationed in New York when the Central Florida Navy base opened in the 1960s.
“We moved here so he could be a ship psychologist at the Navy base that is now Baldwin
Park, and he retired around the time the base closed,” she says. “When I graduated and started working, I would get up at 5 a.m. to go for a run and get to work by 7:30, and so it’s just a habit. I’ve always gotten up early to get my run in.”
When her friends moved into phase one, they convinced Mary and her husband, Fred, to move across town from Dommerich, and she has never looked back, loving Baldwin Park for its many trails and outdoor lifestyle. Her Baldwin Park home was one of the first homes built in the community’s second phase.
“I’m so lucky to be surrounded by amazing people,” she says of her neighbors.
One of her first races was Baldwin Park’s inaugural triathlon in 2005. The triathlon started with a quarter-mile swim (yes, in Lake Baldwin) followed by a 12-mile bike ride and a 3.1-mile run.
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“When I think about what could be in that water, I can’t believe I did it, but there were a lot of people, and I looked around and thought, ‘Well, I’m not the only idiot,’” she chuckles. “They held the triathlon in Baldwin Park for a couple of years, and that was it.”
Mary has two sons. One works at embassies around the world, is married, and has a 7-year-old, her only grandchild.
“They are stationed in Vietnam right now,” she says. “He’s 15 years into a 20-year career, and I’ve gone everywhere he’s been, which has been some pretty amazing places.
“My other son lives in Boulder, Colorado,” Mary says. “He’s the one who pushed me to keep racing after my husband died. He went to the University of Florida and got his engineering degree, and was on the triathlon team there. He went pro after he graduated and traveled the world in races.
“We went to San Francisco and did the Escape from Alcatraz race together, which was my second time doing it,” she says.
The Escape triathlon hosts 2,000 of the world’s top athletes from around the globe at the prison that was home to more than 1,545 prisoners during its existence as a federal penitentiary from 1934-1963. Triathletes
embark on a 1.5-mile swim from Alcatraz Island to the San Francisco shoreline, an 18-mile bike ride up and down the hilly streets of San Francisco, out to the Golden Gate Park, and an 8-mile trail run to Baker Beach, then up the infamous 400-step Sand Ladder.
“Jumping off the boat and swimming across the shark-infested waters in 55 degrees was fun but really hard,” Mary says. “My only goal was to finish.”
Mary doesn’t place that much pressure on herself when competing, but adds: “We were about to leave when my son said, ‘Wait a minute. I should probably check the results, and he walked over to where you get the stats and said, ‘Well, we’re staying. You got first place!”
She downplays her success with, “I got first place, because I was the only one in my age group.”
Nevertheless, the win earned her quite the hardware.
“The trophy was so heavy that it couldn’t go in my suitcase or it would be overweight, so I ended up having to ship it home,” she says. “We were both laughing because we were about to just walk away.”
Needless to say, the Escape from Alcatraz triathlon is her favorite race for many reasons, but if I had to guess, it’s mostly because she gets to share the experience with her son.
By the time you read this, Mary will have celebrated her 71st birthday and also participated in the fourth-largest Olympic distance triathlon in the U.S. St. Anthony’s triathlon in St. Petersburg will kick off her race season. The flat course snakes through downtown past picturesque marinas and through the beautiful neighborhoods of St. Pete. It is one of the few races in the world operated by a not-for-profit organization, with all proceeds supporting the health-related programs and services of St. Anthony’s Hospital.
Mary’s belief on triathlons (and life): “I’ll keep going till I can’t keep going!”
That’s a great philosophy, Mary!
AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Community Calendar
FRIDAY, MAY 2
FIRST FRIDAY
5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, May 2. Stroll down New Broad Street for shopping, live music and even snag some dinner. Find the full vendor list by searching “BP Community Market Day” on Facebook.
SATURDAY, MAY 3
FIRST KENTUCKY DERBY DAY
4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 3, in the Village Center. Join First Friday and More for all things Kentucky Derby. Follow the group on social media for more information or by visiting firstfridaysandmore.com.
AMERICAN LUNG FOUNDATION
LUNG FORCE RUN/WALK
8 a.m. Saturday, May 3, at Harbor Park. The 11th annual run/walk, presented by AdventHealth, supports the fight against lung cancer. Sign up today at bit.ly/4lFzmL1.
SUNDAY, MAY 4
TAKE A STROLL(ER)
AROUND LAKE BALDWIN
9 a.m. Sunday, May 4, at Lake Baldwin. Join your neighbors for a light walk around Lake Baldwin. This walk is great for parents with kids who are still stroller-age to meet and gain new friends in the community. The walk will start promptly at 9 a.m., and the group will meet at the flagpole in the Village Center.
MONDAY, MAY 5
CINCO DE MAYO
SAVE THE DATE!
The first Pool Party of the summer will be held June 7 at Enders Park Pool.
THURSDAY, MAY 8
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 8, virtually. Because of the current high volume of Residential ARC applications, the number of applications accepted is being capped at 25 per meeting. Once this number is reached, subsequent applications will be held for the next scheduled ARC meeting. The ARC meets twice a month. More information can be found in your weekly newsletter.
SUNDAY, MAY 11
MOTHER’S DAY
THURSDAY, MAY 15
TOWNHOME SERVICE
AREA COMMITTEE MEETING
6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 15, virtually. All information for the meeting also can be found on the Baldwin Park Network, along with the link to join the meeting.
FRIDAY, MAY 16
MUSIC BY THE LAKE Friday, May 16, at the Village Center. Members of the Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra will perform. This fun, family friendly happening will take place every third Friday of the month and is sponsored by Hotwire and presented by your Baldwin Park Joint Committee. Stay tuned for more details in your weekly newsletter, baldwinpark network.com.
SATURDAY, MAY 17
COMMUNITY MARKET DAY
REGGAE AND SOUL NIGHT
4 to 10 p.m. Saturday, May 17, in the Village Center. Enjoy an evening of live performances and entertainment of reggae, soul and more, shop with the best vendors, and experience the local dining of Baldwin Park. For more, visit firstfridaysandmore.com.
SUNDAY, MAY 18
AVERAGE JOE 5K
7:30 a.m. Sunday, May 18, at Harbor Park. Known as the “World’s Easiest 5K,” this run also will feature corn hole, a donut challenge, coffee and music. For more or to sign up, visit averagejoerun.com,
THURSDAY, MAY 22
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 22, virtually. Because of the current high volume of Residential ARC applications, the number of applications accepted is being capped at 25 per meeting. Once this number is reached, subsequent applications will be held for the next scheduled ARC meeting. The ARC meets twice a month. More information can be found in your weekly newsletter.
MONDAY, MAY 26
MEMORIAL DAY
FRIDAY, MAY 30
FOOD TRUCKS IN THE PARK
5:30 p.m. Friday, May 30, at Corrine Commons. Join your neighbors for Food Trucks in the Park featuring five local food trucks, along with free-toplay large inflatable games. Take a blanket or chair, and we will see you there!
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Safety first
Orlando Police Department Master
Sgt. Ricky McNichols offers tips to keep bicyclists safe this summer.
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The city of Orlando has 45 miles of unpaved, off-street trails, 50 miles of bicycle-specific routes, and more than 250 miles of bicycle lanes. This includes the 22-mile-long West Orange Trail, the 14-mile-long Lake Apopka Loop Trail and many other shorter trails.
A look out your window or a walk on Baldwin Park’s many paths or sidewalks, and you’ll find numerous modes of transportation whizzing by. The neighborhood’s design encourages outdoor life and fresh
air, but safety in experiencing these things sometimes takes a back seat.
In 2022, Orlando experienced 667 crashes involving bicyclists and pedestrians, according to the Florida Traffic Safety Dashboard. There were 104 individuals in this group who were seriously hurt, and we lost 22 residents that year. Mary Collington, one of our very own Baldwin Park residents, is a triathlete (you can read about her on pages 10-11) and was faced with a scary situation a few years ago.
“My rides are usually between 30 to 40 miles, so bike safety is extremely important,” Collington says. “I was hit by a car driven by a young teenager
who ran the stoplight at Hall Road. She was running late and ran the light to get to church on time. I had to be transported to Winter Park Hospital due to a collapsed lung, and I remember being in the ambulance and seeing my water bottle on the other side of the intersection. I felt like I was very lucky, and after that, I became extra cautious at all intersections. I always check and double-check that it is safe to proceed and never try to beat the light or cross without the light. I always assume that drivers are not looking for cyclists, so I make sure to have a clear and safe path at intersections. Riding on the trails is fairly safe as long as cyclists are cautious at intersections. I also never ride without a helmet. At races, I don’t need to watch for cars since the roads are closed, but it is important to be aware of the many riders around me.”
Master Sgt. Ricky McNichols, of the Orlando Police Department, recently answered some key questions regarding bike safety:
Are bikes allowed on sidewalks if there are no signs stating such?
Bicycles/scooters are allowed to use the sidewalks, bike trails or roads unless prohibited otherwise by posted signage in public areas. Bicyclists using the road shall travel on the right side of the road on the shoulder, riding with the flow of traffic.
What is the protocol when bikers are sharing the road with pedestrians?
Bicyclists are required to give an audible alert when approaching pedestrians. This can be a bell, horn, whistle or voice command (e.g., “On your left,” to pass on the left, or “On your right,” to pass on the right).
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Does wearing a helmet matter?
Wearing a bike helmet may not be stylish, but it can help prevent a serious head injury if you are involved in an accident or a serious fall from your bike. All bike riders under the age of 16 are required to wear a helmet and can be given a ticket if they are in violation. Helmets are strongly advised for adults but not required. If your helmet becomes damaged (cracks, foam liner missing chunks or plastic breaking), you should replace it as it may not provide you with the same level of protection.
Is there a safer time of day to ride than others?
During the daytime, riders are easily seen. At night, drivers may have a more difficult time seeing you if you are not wearing brightly colored attire or have the required lighting. Your safety is paramount whenever you are riding at all hours, and you should always
be aware of your surroundings before crossing the street or riding in the roadway. Although you may be acting lawfully, that does not mean the vehicle traffic is paying attention to you. Always be sure it is safe to go before proceeding.
What are some things bikers can do to stand out?
Bikers should always consider wearing brightly colored, highly visible clothing or reflective striping. Avoid wearing dark colors, especially at night. Bikers also should have a headlight (white light) and tail light (red light) if riding during the hours of sunset to sunrise, and you can get a ticket if in violation. Each must be visible from a distance of 500 feet. Reflectors on clothing add safety at night.
Where do most accidents occur?
Accidents can happen anywhere at any time. It is important that bicyclists obey traffic
lights, stop signs and when using pedestrian crosswalks. All bicyclists are required to obey traffic control devices just as if you are driving a vehicle. Failure to obey a traffic control device (red light/stop sign) can result in a ticket. Always proceed cautiously and be aware of your surroundings.
Are there bike safety classes available in Orlando?
Many local bike shops offer safety classes or can guide you in purchasing the proper safety gear. Be sure to ask what type of classes they offer or if they can recommend a service. The Children’s Safety Village of Central Florida also offers a variety of safety classes, including bike safety geared toward kids. Many local schools take field trips for instruction, but you can also call and inquire about upcoming events. For more, visit the village’s website, childrensafetyvillage.org.
With summer just around the corner, more people are riding bikes and scooters and walking to their destinations. This means drivers need to be alert to their surroundings. Distracted driving and intersections are two of the biggest contributing factors to accidents of all types. Even when bicyclists are riding in designated bike lanes, drivers who are busy checking their phones for directions or talking to passengers can overlook a nearby bicyclist.
Orlando is an ideal city for many bicycle enthusiasts. It is recognized as a bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists. Do your part in educating yourself and your children about safety on our roads, whether behind a steering wheel or handlebars, and have a happy and safe summer!
WHAT’S SELLING
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5238
BASKIN ST., ORLANDO
SOLD PRICE: $885,000
SOLD DATE: March 20, 2025
BEDROOMS: Three
BATHROOMS: 2.5
SQUARE FEET: 1,757
LISTING AGENT: Kelly L. Price, Kelly Price & Company
Photographer: TRE Visuality
SELLING AGENT: Jeanine Louis and Patricia Sierra, EXP Realty
L A K E B A L D W I N C H U R C H
Baldwin Park notebook
ROA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
BY STACEY FRYREAR
The following information is a glimpse of the ROA’s general updates for the month. A copy of the official March 25, 2025, Regular Meeting minutes can be obtained on the Community Network, BaldwinParkNetwork. com.
n Mr. Rawlson, Mr. Agranoff, Mr. Hilton, the SMI Community Coordinator and the SMI Community Relations Coordinator met with Hotwire to discuss their communications with the residents. Hotwire is cleaning up its communications to make them easy to understand and straight-forward. Hotwire also is working on a hybrid meeting set up for the ROA.
n Appointment of Mr. Slavens, Mr. Agranoff and Mr. Ford to the Legal RFP Committee, with Mr. Ford as chair to meet with the short list of law firms who submitted proposals. In addition, Mr. Ford will adjust the rubric, adding five scoring components discussed.
n Mr. Hilton, Mr. Rawlson and Mr. Slavens will be added to the OPD off-duty post orders for pool patrols as on-call board members.
n Approved the bid recommendation from A/R/C & Associates of G&A Certified Roofing North for the Issa 22, and Issa 28 Phase Three townhomes re-roofing projects.
n Approved the bid recommendation from A/R/C & Associates for 3MG Roofing to re-roof the Mattamy City Homes No. 3 Phase One townhomes, including that 3MG Roofing investigate the metal roofs because of recent leaks.
n Approved the bid recommendation from A/R/C & Associates for 3MG Roofing to re-roof the City Homes No. 2 Phase One townhomes, including that 3MG Roofing investigate the metal roofs because of recent leaks.
n Approved the election results for these residents representing the following service areas be recommended for appointment to the TSAC by the ROA Board of Directors: Dan Farmer, Issa 22; Robert Graves, Issa 28; Edward Ward, Mattamy; and Sue Gannon, City Homes No. 4.
n Approved going out to bid on the landscape maintenance contract for the townhome service areas.
n Assured Partners explained the Property and Equipment Breakdown Insurance renewal costs are much lower than anticipated. A cost savings of $149,760 over the divisions for the renewal period, April 10, 2025, to April 9, 2026. Assured Partners will update the board at a Special Meeting if there are changes in the property renewal costs after applying the new values from the appraisal.
n Approve Reserve Advisors to perform the 2026 Full Site Inspection Reserve Study.
n Approved DRS to replace the blinds at Grace Hopper Hall and Enders Facility Centers.
n Approved BrightView Tree Care pruning of the canopy trees and V-shaping of the crepe myrtles in the ROA parks/ mews.
n Discussed that SMI should attempt to obtain one more proposal for the pool equipment replacement at Enders and Grace Hopper.
n Discussed that SMI will send Mr. Rawlson the proposal from Cool Rite for the split AC unit for the Enders garage for execution once it hears back whether the CDD will pay one-third of the costs. The COA agreed to pay one-third. SMI will bring the signed proposal back for ratification.
n Discussed that SMI will investigate lifting sidewalk panels rather than grinding them to eliminate trip hazards and bring the matter back to the Board in April.
COMPLETED ACTIONS
1. The March carpet cleaning at Enders and Grace Hopper was completed.
2. SMI Community Relations Coordinator sent notices via Constant Contact to owners about city of Orlando street-sweeping schedule.
3. SMI Community Relations Coordinator sent notices via Constant Contact reminding the townhome owners in Divisions 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 that the one-time insurance payment was due Feb. 1 and whom to contact for questions. The campaign also explained what the one-time insurance payment was for and how it came about.
4. SMI Community Relations Coordinator sent notices via Constant Contact to the townhome owners in Division 4 notifying them of the upcoming roof replacements.
5. SMI Community Relations Coordinator sent notices via Constant Contact informing those owners invited to the March 17, 2025, Covenants Hearing that the meeting was canceled.
6. SMI Community Relations Coordinator completed the single-family and condo list in Constant Contact.
Continued on page 19
HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR OWNERS
CANOPY TREE PRUNING There are many reasons to prune a tree. These are some of the most common.
n Clearance. Elevating the lower limbs on a tree provides safe clearance to pedestrians over walkways. Trees located by driveways and right of ways should also be elevated appropriately for traffic and signage visibility.
n Plant health. Pruning can be used to remove or control pests and disease on parts of the trees. This may increase the opportunity to avoid unnecessary use of pesticides and prevent the problem from spreading to healthy parts of the tree. This is a good alternative when the pest/disease infestation is minor and limited to a few branches.
n Protect structures. Pruning branches away from buildings helps to reduce pest access, reduces moisture and avoids friction of limbs against walls and windows.
n Storm damage mitigation. Pruning selected interior branches of a tree will allow better wind flow thought the canopy and produce less resistance which will reduce the possibility of breakage in the structure of the canopy.
n Crown reduction. Pruning can be used to give a tree the desired size and control growth in limited space.
Please keep safety in mind at all times and make sure you have the appropriate equipment, experience and knowledge for the task you want to accomplish. Accidents while doing tree work are very common, mainly because of lack of experience and safety awareness. If in doubt, consult a tree care company with the expertise and equipment necessary for a successful and safe tree pruning.
ROA BOARD OF DIRECTORS continued from page 18
7. SMI Community Director obtained another proposal to replace all of the blinds in Grace Hopper Hall and Enders gathering room. Both options were provided for in the March packet.
8. The web administrator corrected the count issue in the Baldwin Park Solutions app regarding the number of outstanding work orders.
9. The pre-construction meeting with the SMI Community Director, A/R/C & Associates and Tempest Roofing occurred for the Enders roof replacement project. The discussion focused on answering Tempest’s questions, schedule and staging areas. The work was scheduled to take place in April, and the facility center and pool were to be shut down during the job.
10. SMI maintenance repaired the new vacuum cleaner at Grace Hopper that was giving off a burning smell.
11. SMI maintenance repaired the Enders pool gate that was knocked off the hinges.
12. SMI maintenance removed bees at the High Park playground in the equipment.
13. SMI maintenance repaired the biceps curl machine at Grace Hopper.
14. SMI maintenance painted the pool bathroom floors at High Park. The paint included an additive Shark Grip.
15. SMI maintenance painted the pool bathroom floors at Enders. The paint included an additive Shark Grip.
16. SMI maintenance repaired the drinking fountain at Union Park playground.
17. SMI maintenance repaired lights out in the men’s restroom at Enders pool.
18. SMI maintenance installed missing outlet covers at Grace Hopper.
19. All Phase Electric repaired a pool pole light at High Park.
20. All Plumbing repaired a leaking toilet at the High Park women’s pool restroom.
21. DRS addressed trip hazards in the City Homes No. 3 Mews pavers.
22. DRS patched walls and painted in the Grace Hopper Gathering room.
23. SMI Community Relations Coordinator received an owner list by cabinet of owners from Hotwire because they do not have contact information for all owners. SMI Community Relations Coordinator emailed those owners via Constant Contact about the Hotwire services.
PENDING ACTIONS
1. SMI Community Relations Coordinator asked Hotwire to provide a list of addresses and pictures of the boxes located on the townhomes.
2. All Phases Electric will propose lights out in the Grace Hopper pool restrooms due to the height.
3. Browns Fitness is ordering new pads for free weights at Grace Hopper and Enders.
4. SMI is still down one maintenance technician.
TOWNHOME SERVICE AREA COMMITTEE MEETING BY MELISSA
PARKER
The following information is a glimpse of the business that the Townhome Service Area Committee addressed in the March 20, 2025, meeting. A complete copy of the official minutes can be obtained on the Community Network, BaldwinParkNetwork. com.
n The TSAC recommended to the ROA Board to approve the annual tree trimming proposal from BrightView Tree Care.
n The TSAC recommended to the ROA Board to approve the appointment of these residents to the TSAC for two-year terms after reviewing the election results: Dan Farmer, Issa 22; Robert Graves, Issa 28; Edward Ward, Mattamy; and Sue Gannon, City Homes No. 4.
UPDATES
n Please remember to report any landscape, building or irrigation issues on Baldwin Park Solutions. Reporting items on Baldwin Park Solutions allows residents to share photos of the reported area(s) and receive real-time updates from management staff on corrective measures being taken. Baldwin Park Solutions can be accessed on the Baldwin Park Network. If you have experienced an issue with any of the roof replacement projects, please email Community Association Manager Melissa Parker directly for assistance.
n The Cambridge Service Area. All 26 buildings have been replaced. 3MG Roofing will be completing the post project on nine out of the 26 buildings within the service area. This project does not have a start date available but is getting organized. The project should be placed on the schedule to begin soon.
n City Homes No 1 Service Area. All buildings are receiving roof replacements and new gutters. The association has a contract with Tempest Roofing. Tempest has completed four buildings off Virginia Drive. Gutters are in the process of being installed on the completed buildings off Virginia Drive. The roof-replacement project is currently located off Chatfield Place and Common Way Road. Residents will receive a notice prior to construction beginning on their building. Residents have been encouraged to provide access to Tempest for interior inspections to be conducted. The Live/Work service area is currently receiving roof replacements for phase one. The project is currently working on 1300/1308 Lake Baldwin Lane. 1300/1308 Lake Baldwin Lane is the last building out of 11 receiving new roofs and gutters during phase one.
n Issa 22 Phase 2 Roof Replacements. This roof replacement project is now complete. G & A Certified Roofing North will schedule a landscape review with BrightView and management. The roofing company is responsible for any landscape replacements following the completion of construction. Issa 22 Phase 3 Roof ReplacementsCurrently in the contract review stage.
n Issa 28 Phase 3 Roof Replacements- Currently in the contract review stage
n Live/Work Phase 1 Roof Replacement Project. This roof replacement project is now complete. Collis Roofing has reviewed the landscaping with BrightView and management. The roofing company is responsible for any landscape replacements following the completion of construction.
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n City Homes No. 2 Roof Replacement Project. Currently in the contract review stage.
n Mattamy Phase 1 Roof Replacement Project. Currently in the contract review stage.
n DRS Inc. is currently providing annual preventative maintenance in the Cambridge service area. Notices will be placed on the front doors of townhomes prior to maintenance beginning to inform residents of the upcoming service.
n BrightView Tree Care has completed the annual hardwood pruning within the townhome service areas.
n BrightView has continued to make multiple irrigation repairs throughout the townhome
service areas. There have been many lines breaking because of large tree roots. Irrigation controllers are also being replaced because of old age and are no longer functioning. Any plants that have suffered from a lack of irrigation will be removed and replaced if they do not recover. BrightView also corrects any irrigation following the installation/replacement of plant material. BrightView is also working directly with HotWire on any irrigation breaks that occur because of the fiber optic project. BrightView also walks the buildings receiving roof replacements, with the roofing contractor, following a roof’s completion. Roofing contractors are responsible for any damaged landscaping during roof-replacement projects.
PET OF THE MONTH
Meet Fritz and Alfie — toy miniature Schnauzer brothers. They are just 15 months old. You can follow their antics on Instagram @alfie. and.fritz.
If you have a pet you would like to see as Pet of the Week in the weekly newsletter, along with being submitted for Pet of the Month in the magazine, email a headshot to Suz Tapy at stapy@baldwinparkpoa.com with a little information about your furry family member.
BALDWIN PARK COMMERCIAL OWNERS ASSOCIATION INC.
BY BILL PATTERSON
May the Fourth be with you! As the temperature starts heating up and the humidity rolls in, stop in one of the Village Center’s great restaurants or bars to cool off with a refreshing drink. The shops at Baldwin Park have an amazing selection for your Mother’s Day presents and cards.
THINGS TO KNOW
n Parking Lot Milling. Three parking lots in the Village Center are scheduled to be milled and repaved. This project will start once the permits get approved with the city, which we are hopeful will be in May or June. The three parking lots include the large one and two small ones that fall between New Broad Street, Meeting Place, Lake Baldwin Lane, and Common Way Road. This project will leave sections of the parking lots unusable for several days while the work is being completed and will therefore be done in stages to minimize parking issues. Please keep a lookout for future notices in the weekly eBlasts. All owners and residents affected also will be noticed either through email, door delivery or from their property manager.
n Trash Talk. The dumpsters in the commercial lots are for use of commercial tenants and apartment residents. Apartment residents are encouraged to throw their trash all the way down the chute on the side. When the door is closed, it will compact. Commercial tenants are not to use the trash chute for discarding trash. Instead, they are to go inside the enclosure and throw directly in the dumpster. Apartment residents are welcome to do this as well, if the chute is blocked. Please
do not leave trash bags in front of or around the dumpster; this attracts bugs and rodents. If the dumpster is not working, please go to one of the other parking lot dumpsters and contact the office so OUC can be notified for repairs.
n Towing. All nine parking lots in the Village Center are privately owned by the Commercial Association. The owners have adopted rules and regulations for these parking lots. Any vehicle not following the rules is subject to towing at the owner’s expense. This includes: out of date tags/ stickers, inoperable vehicles, double-parking and abandoned vehicles. The parking lots are for residents and guests of the apartments and employees and customers of the commercial businesses.
n ARC. An architectural review is required for all exterior — and some interior — changes, including roof replacement, painting, signs and landscaping changes. For the city to approve permits, the Commercial Owners Association must sign off on the project. All corresponding applications can be located on the Baldwin Park Network under Commercial Owners Association and Commercial Architectural Review Committee. For questions and application submission, please feel free to email Bill at BPatterson@BaldwinParkPOA.com.
n Baldwin Park Solutions. Commercial owners, tenants and managers can submit work requests through our new Baldwin Park Solutions system. It is located on the Baldwin Park Network. Simply click “Resident Home” at the top right, and you will find the link in the middle of the page. If you do not have a Baldwin Park Network account, you can request one from that page, as well. Visit baldwinparknetwork.com to start.
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