Sable Ridge Village Residents Meeting

August 11, 2009

President David Donihue called the Sable Ridge Village Residents Association meeting to order about 4:30pm.  Nineteen residents attended.

 Minutes of June 9 Meeting:  A motion to accept the minutes as read by Judy James was made by Mary Makara and seconded by Rafael Alzamora.

 Treasury Report:  None.  Treasurer was absent.

 Decorating Committee:   No report.  The flag will be flown at the entrance in commemoration of Labor Day.

 Sunshine Committee Report:  Janis reported she has sent out one card since the last meeting.

 Neighbor Helping Neighbor:  Janis and Susan attended an informative meeting several weeks ago where an attorney and an EMT spoke.  Janis mentioned several topics of interest.  For example – if a child’s name is listed on the deed to your house, you could lose the homestead exemption.  Also wills from other states can be acknowledged in Florida, but the process could take many months.  The state of Florida gets 6 per cent of estates that go through probate; therefore, living trusts are recommended.  DNRs from other states are not acknowledged in Florida.  In case of an emergency at home, a folder containing a list of your meds, health insurance information, the name of the person having a key to your house, names of doctors, etc., placed in a prominent place is helpful for EMTs.  It was suggested that the attorney and/or the EMT be invited to an upcoming Sable Ridge meeting.

 Multi-purpose Building Survey:  The HOA needs 1,800 square feet for their offices.  If a 4,100 square foot building is erected, activities such as woodworking and ceramics could utilize the additional space.  Building construction is a number of years away.  Janis provided copies of the survey form; completed forms are to be turned in to any activities office by the end of October.  The HOA will review the survey forms before making any decisions.

 Social Committee Report:  In  Hope’s absence, David ran down our upcoming events:

·        August 28 – Wine Tasting at the Manor from 6:00 to 8:00pm.  Alison reminded everyone planning on attending to RSVP.  Those participating should bring their beverage of choice and an appetizer.

·        October 31 – Halloween Party at Ashley Hall.

·        December 6 – Sable Ridge Christmas Party at the Manor.  Cocktails at 5:00pm followed by dinner at 6:00pm.

·        Solving-the-world-problems breakfast for men every Tuesday morning.  Meet in front of Lowell’s house.  Departure at 8:29:15am sharp.

 Crime Watch Report:   Susan reminded everyone of the Crime seminar tomorrow night.

 OLD BUSINESS

 HOA Board Meeting on July 17:  Those interested in running for one of the five positions (one-year term) need to complete the form included in the last “Plantation Times.”  David would like someone from Sable Ridge Village to run. 

 PRO Board Meeting on August 3:

·        David believes Florida Senate Bill 2080, which trumps the homeowners associations on lawn rules, was signed into law recently.  If you want to change your lawn, you still need to fill out the proper forms and obtain approval from the Plantation’s Architectural Review Committee.
 

·        Proposed U.S. Senate Bill 787, Clean Water Restoration Act.  If this passes, the government will have total control over water issues, including private wells.  If you have concerns, contact our U.S. senators and representatives.

 Walk-around with Teresa Watkins: Phil will let Dave know the dates Teresa is available.  The cost is $100 for five homes, and the residents must be present.

 Shared Wells for Outside Watering:  Dave brought the issue before the recent PRO Board meeting.  He believes shared wells are a necessity which could pay for themselves within two to three years.  A majority of Plantation homeowners would have to agree to the program before it could be implemented.

 NEW BUSINESS

 Election of 2010 Sable Ridge Village Officers:  The nominating committee for 2009 will consist of the current president and immediate two past presidents.  Election will take place in December with new terms beginning in February.  Volunteers should contact Dave, Herb, or Lowell.

 Crime Prevention Seminar at the Manor on Wednesday, August 12, 2009, at 7:00pm.

 Upcoming Architectural Review Committee Meetings at 8:00am on August 19, September 16, and September 30, 2009, in the Administration Office.

 Covered Dish Dinners resume at 5pm on September 16, 2009, at the Manor.  Cost is $4 per person.

 City of Leesburg EAR (Evaluation and Appraisal Report) Workshop is scheduled to be held on August 11, 2009, at 5:30pm in City Hall Commission Chambers.  The purpose of the workshop is to discuss the city’s Comprehensive Plan and the Future Growth and Development of the city.  Dave and Phil plan to attend.  Two more meetings are scheduled.

 License and Registration Renewals:  Renew before September 1 to avoid rate increases.

 A new Restaurant Review Link with reviews of over one hundred restaurants within 30 miles of The Villages has been added to the Sable Ridge Village Web site’s Restaurant Review page.

 Our next meeting will be held at 3:30 pm on Tuesday, September 8, 2009.

 Herb won the 50/50 drawing; $16 will be added to the 50/50 fund.

 A motion to adjourn the meeting at 4:35pm was made by Herb and seconded by Susan.

 Respectfully submitted,

  /Judith James, Secretary