Welcome to Golf Hammock! Welcome all new residents to Golf Hammock Homeowner’s Association. Joyce Rowe is our welcoming committee chairman and if she has not made contact with you please give her a call at 863-214-6517 or send an email at jannrowe65@gmail.com. |
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Words from the President We completed the replacement of seven failing culverts this month. Prior to the replacement of the failed culverts, I reviewed each candidate for replacement with our contractor Excavation Point Inc.(EPI), and identified three culverts not requiring replacement. This, combined with direction from South West Florida Water Management on lake level changes, resulted in savings for 2018. The Drainage Committee convened to discuss acceleration of 2019 projects, into 2018, to take advantage of the savings. The committee decided to recommend the board approve acceleration of 2019 Cormorant Point projects. I requested EPI provide updated estimates for work along Cormorant Drive (from Par Road to Waterwood Drive). Board officers (Bob, George and Roger) removed debris from the channel between Lakes Clara and Elaine. Thanks to Bob Schroeder for the prep work of dragging the material out of the channel. Thanks to Bob Schroeder, Ken Mills and Roger Steuer for their efforts preparing the pot hole areas at the front entrance, Par and Hammock Roads and Lost Ball for hot patching by EPI. This prep work allowed GHOA to take advantage of excess hot patch from the culvert replacement project. You may be aware that the Golf Hammock Country Club (GHCC) is a private corporation that owns and manages the Golf Course along with a pool and tennis court area. The GHCC decided last December, for business reasons, to eliminate the pool area, and is currently planning to eliminate the tennis court area. Last month, the Board of Directors formed a special committee, to investigate the purchase of the tennis court area. This committee will survey the membership to determine the desires to maintain this recreational area. Volunteers make a difference in the community and save the HOA money. There are many committees and tasks that need your help. Please consider donating some of your time to help our community remain one of the premier developments in Highlands County. George Kibe President GHOA |
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Words from the Secretary It is hard to believe that we are in the middle of April already. Many snowbirds have headed north, (safe travels) and Easter has come and gone, heading right into summer! With Easter brunch being served at the club house this year, it made for a pleasant day for many that chose to have one of their holiday meals there. Two sittings were offered, a breakfast and a lunch time menu. Many thanks to the Chad Danser family who worked their Easter Sunday to prepare food and do clean-up duty for all that were able to attend. Exciting News! I would like to take a moment to mention the positive reports that I am getting from the webmaster, Ruthie. We are moving in the right direction with new subscribers every month and many more views of our website. We are getting new as well as established residents registered with their email address at ghoaonline.com. By doing so, you will always stay connected to what is happening in our community. Residents are taking interest in the information that is offered through the website, newsletters and shout-outs! Remember to check out the website, nextdoor.com This is a great bulletin board style website, for example, if you are looking to buy or sell an item to looking for person to do yard work- it really is a good local community based resource. You must check that out! Again the newsletter’s purpose is for anything of interest from various social activities, reminders of the rules and regulations to up and coming community events that perhaps our neighbors would be interested in getting some information about. Once again, please reach out to me at secretary.ghoa@gmail.com (please take note that my email address has changed) if you have any questions or concerns. I will be happy to help anyway I can! Thank you for your support! DebSteuer |
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Words From the Treasurer Assessment Dues are Past Due as of March 31, 2018. Late fees will be applied to balance due. If you have a question regarding your assessment, email me at ghoatreasurer@gmail.com (please note that my email address has changed). Roger Steuer |
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Activity Center News! The Activity Center is open! If you have questions regarding using the activity center for an event, a list of guidelines are posted on the bulletin board inside the activity center as well as on the website. For additional information regarding availability of dates and times, please call Linda Fisher 863-658-1389 if your activity would like to be posted in the newsletter for community support, this information needs to be given to Deb Steuer, by the 15th of the month for placement in the newsletter format. The Library located inside the activity center is OPEN! Please look through the books that are available. Read at your lecture and return in a timely fashion. There is a book donation box located in the library area. Please note that novels would be appreciated and magazines are no longer accepted. Regularly Scheduled Happenings at the Activity Center: Mah Jongg Tuesday and Fridays 9:30 am – 12:30 pm Tuesday Game Night 7:00 pm – 2nd, 3rd, 4th Tuesday Book Club 7:00 pm – 3rd Wednesday of the month |
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Mark your calendars Thursday, May 3, 2018 from 8:00 am – 6:00 pm Another crafting day has been scheduled! This day has been enjoyed by many and everyone is welcome to attend. Sign up by text or call Kathy at (863) 202-6905 or email: kathyk2@centurylink.net. Please let me know what your craft will be. Tables will be set up and you’ll be able to choose your table when you arrive. If you need electricity for your craft please let me know specifics. |
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Euchre Night! Are you interested in playing Euchre with a group of great people from Golf Hammock? If you are, we are playing the third Monday of the month at the Activity Center. Play begins at 7:00 pm. Any questions contact Judy Trier at 260- 242-0612. |
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From the Clubhouse Food truck event is coming this summer! Watch for more information to come in the next newsletter and on the nextdoor.com website! |
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2018 Summer Membership For Golf Hammock Country Club: May 1st to September 30th 2018 One Time Fee of $50 plus tax Then pay a discounted golf fee for each round played: Golf Fee for May: $15 +Tax Golf Fee June - August: $10 +Tax Golf Fee for September: $15 +Tax Ask in Pro Shop For Details |
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Garage and Estate Sales At the March 2018 board meeting, Covenant Article XXV referring to garage/estate sales, was reviewed and clarifications were made. In addition, Estate Sale Form has been added, both can be found on our website. Please review both pieces of information. Trash Cans Article 9, Garbage and Trash Removal No garbage, refuse or rubbish shall be kept on any lot. All areas for the deposit, storage or collection of garbage or trash shall be substantially shielded or screened from neighboring property or common areas, including the golf course. Dog Walkers Remember to pick up after your pet. Common ground areas, along with the golf course including any other property along the path, your dog should be picked up after he/she does their business. Many walking have visible bags or tools to help in this activity which is very responsible however others do not. Please be more considerate of your neighbors, our community and golf course. Architectural Chairman The architectural chairman is Roger Steuer ghoatreasurer@gmail.com if you are making any changes to the appearance of your home send an email making him and the association aware of your project. This avoids unnecessary wondering or concern as to why perhaps equipment, trailers, workers are seen on your property as well as verifying that your project is within the guidelines of the stated rules and regulations. Sheds or other structures as well as many other projects need building permits according to the Highland County building and zoning departments. Again depending on the structure, rear, side and front have certain setbacks. This only protects you as a homeowner. You can contact the building department for more information. Violations/Complaint Chairman The violations/complaint chairman is Bob Schroeder bobs1501@outlook.com if you are aware of a possible violation/complaint. Please remember an official complaint starts with filling out a complaint form. These forms are available on our website. If you have a question or concern please direct those to him and he will do his best to look into the matter. |
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If there is something that you feel you would like to see in the newsletter as a regular item, an announcement, or general information, please let me know! I look forward to hearing from you! secretary.ghoa@gmail.com |
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