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Golf carts are a big part of Babcock Ranch. But it's important to remember that both Florida law and community policies apply to the operation of golf carts, which must be registered with the HOA. Here's a link to the registration form.
For the safety of all residents and visitors, please observe the following rules of the road:
- Individuals may not operate golf carts on sidewalks, bike lanes or unpaved trails.
- The minimum age to legally operate a golf cart in the State of Florida is 14 years old.
Please visit the links below for a comprehensive listing of golf cart rules.
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Bins Must be Kept Out of Sight |
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Containers must be stowed out of sight no later than 8 p.m. on the day of pickup. |
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Help Keep Our Community Beautiful
The visual appeal of Babcock Ranch neighborhoods is something all residents appreciate. Please do your part and remember to properly stow trash and recycling bins out of sight. In recent weeks, we've seen an increase in bins stored outside of garages and other areas where they can be easily seen from the road.
Remember these important points about household trash and recycling management:
- Containers can be put on the curb after 6 p.m. the night before pickup but must be on the curb by 6 a.m.on the morning of pickup.
- Arrows on containers must be toward the street and wheels toward your home.
- Containers must be put away by 8 p.m. after pickup.
- Click below for a complete explanation of trash and recycling policies.
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Florida Power & Light is installing new utility towers along SR 31, as shown in this photo, which was taken early Friday morning. |
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As we reminded you via email several days ago, Florida Power & Light is making rapid progress on new utility towers being installed along State Road 31.
As a result, two adjacent hiking trails at Babcock Ranch have been temporarily closed. The affected areas include a section of Palmetto Path near Sunset Lake and all of Chain of Lakes Trail. Signs will mark the areas to be closed.
Thank you in advance for your patience and support. We will keep you updated as the project continues.
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'Like' and 'Follow' for Updates
“We created the new page to align with our other social media accounts and website using the latest online tools,” said Communications Manager Jim Sanville. Watch for announcements about more enhancements soon.
The Facebook page will highlight upcoming events, photo albums from past events, news about community activities and timely resident information.
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Wildlife Photo of the Week: American Alligator |
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An American Alligator (Alligator mississippiensis) at Sunset Lake. This young specimen was photographed by Richard Kinley.
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Keep Your Distance from this Reptile
A native species with a strong Florida identity is the subject of this week's Wildlife Photo of the Week. The American Alligator above was captured through the lens of Richard Kinley, who recently encountered the reptile at Sunset Lake.
We asked Babcock Ranch Environmental Mitigation Manager Christina Kontos for her insights about the local alligator population:
"Residents should enjoy their presence at a safe distance," she said. "It's important that we never feed an alligator because it will cause them to lose their natural fear by learning to associate people with food. That will ultimately lead to its removal as a nuisance alligator."
"Coexisting with this ancient species and respecting them in their natural habitat is an awesome experience to appreciate here at Babcock Ranch."
If you've recently taken a shareable wildlife photo at Babcock Ranch, we'd love to showcase it here for all to enjoy. If yours is chosen, you'll receive a $10 gift card from a Babcock Ranch business such as Publix or Slater's. Get contest details here.
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Read past news by clicking on the date below. |
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- Sustainability at Babcock Ranch (video series)
- New HOA Facebook page
- Wildlife Photo of the Week: Sandhill Cranes
- Weed Control Methods at Babcock Ranch
- Crossing Guard Appreciation
- Wildlife Photo of the Week: Roseate Spoonbill
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- Community Patrol Expands Fleet
- Residents Observe Holiday with Parade
- Wildlife Photo of the Week: Florida Softshell Turtle
- Hurricane Season is Underway
- Environment Has a New Friend at Babcock Ranch
- Wildlife Photo of the Week: Barred Owl
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The Week Ahead
Due to hot, wet conditions, Brightview Landscaping will curtail normal activities and conduct weed remediation throughout the community Monday. You may see technicians on your lawn Monday or other days next week.
The summer weather pattern is ideal for weed growth and Brightview is taking the necessary steps to safely control them.
Crews will also conduct the following landscaping activities next week:
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Monday, June 27: Weed detail throughout the community.
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Monday/Tuesday, June 27-28: Trail's Edge — weed detail and grass cutbacks, Woodland Court, Palmetto Park Lane.
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Wednesday, June 29: Parkside — weed detail and grass cutbacks, Parkside Court, Canon Court.
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Thursday, June 30: Lake Babcock Central — weed detail and selective pruning, Pennyroyal Lane and Palmetto Street.
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Friday, July 1: Edgewater — weed detail and grass cutbacks, Edgewater Drive.
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Community Patrol is Always on the Job |
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- On patrol and available 24/7
- Phone: 239.652.8000
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RESIDENT EVENTS & ACTIVITIES |
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Brunch Around the World: India
Saturday, June 25
10 a.m.-noon
Cypress Lodge
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Trivia Night at Founders Square - Americana
Saturday, June 25
7-9 p.m.
Founder's Square
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Independence Day Golf Cart Parade
Monday, July 4
10 a.m.
Founder's Square
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Run, White & Run Road Race
Monday, July 4
7:30 a.m.
Founder's Square
Race Sponsor:
BR Rejuvenation & Hydration Therapy
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Meteorologist to Discuss Hurricane Preparedness
Join WINK News Meteorologist Matt Devitt for his upcoming discussion on hurricane preparedness at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 6, at Cypress Lodge. The event is free and open to all residents.
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Red, White & Run Race Sponsor: |
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Food Trucks
Fridays & Saturday
5-9 p.m.
Founder's Square
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Farmers Market
First and third Sunday of every month
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Founder's Square
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Free Healthy Life Classes
Babcock Ranch Residential Association offers a schedule of fitness classes in partnership with The Healthy Life Center. These classes are FREE to all residents. (Membership of HLC is NOT required.) Please see the updated schedule and program format for 2022.
- Mondays, 9-10 a.m. — Aqua
- Mondays ,10-10:30 a.m. — Aqua Core & Stretch
- Wednesdays, 9-10 a.m. — Aqua
- Wednesdays, 10-10:30 a.m. — Aqua Core & Stretch
- Saturdays, 8-9 a.m. — Yoga
RSVPs are not required. Please email a member of the lifestyle team or a team member from the Healthy Life Center for additional information. All classes are at Cypress Lodge unless otherwise specified.
For more information on all of Lee Health's programs and events, click here.
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June Program Offerings
Redefining Stress
Tuesday, June 28
10-11 a.m.
Join Exercise Specialist Marc Bifano to talk about how the current approach to health and wellness is not working. Then, we will discuss a new approach, Allostatic Load, that is remodeling how we understand and deal with stress.
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Useful Links for Residents of Babcock Ranch |
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Annual Meeting
Homeownership
Local News
Environment
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Patrol & Safety
Food & Fun
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Babcock Ranch Residential Association |
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Office Address
42911 Lake Babcock Drive
Babcock Ranch, FL 33982
Tel: 941.676.7191
Office Hours
- 8 a.m.–5 p.m. M-F
- Make an appointment here.
Babcock Community Patrol (24/7)
Lifestyle Line
Town & Country Utilities
After Hours Emergency
Backup Emergency
Numbers
- 239.336.9283
- 239.652.8003 Ext. 5003
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Links & Forms:
Email the Team
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Professionally Managed By |
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Corporate Office
8630 E. Via De Ventura, Suite L-100
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
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