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Weekly Updates

November 26, 2025

CDD Meeting Summary November 20, 2025, 2pm

Roll Call- Bob Hoover, Ted Kostich, Dom Setaro, Jerry Gianoutsos, Lee Graffius, Meredith Hammock, Patrick Collins, David Hamstra, Kiel Alderink, Shane Schutte, Joe Goellner via Zoom and members of the audience and via zoom.

Audience Comments:

Lot #355 Stated she would like the front gates to remain manned.

Lot #942 Thanked the District for having the holiday pop up market. Asked questions about the front gate security changes. (Due to Florida Statute 119.071(3) these questions cannot be discussed in a board meeting.)

4.A. Appointment to Fill Board Seat Number 3:

Two candidates, Kurt Szeluga and Walter Kolodziey, presented themselves for the vacant seat #3.

Setaro made the motion to appoint Walter Kolodziey to Seat Number 3. 2nd by Kostich. Motion passed 4-0

4.B. Oath of Office

Walter took the oath of office and confirmed he wished to be paid for board meetings.

4.C. Resolution 2026-01

Kolodziey made the motion to keep the current board structure intact, with Bob Hoover as Chairman, Ted Kostich as Vice Chair and Walter Kolodziey, Dom Setaro, Jerry Gianoutsos, Lee Graffius as Assistant Secretaries, Jennifer Goldyn as Secretary, Leah Popelka as Treasurer, and Angel Montagna as Assistant Treasurer. 2^nd Setaro. Motion passed 5-0

4.D. Appointment of Audit Committee

Hoover made the motion to appoint the Arlington Ridge CDD Board of Supervisors as the Audit Committee. 2^nd Kolodziey. Motion passed 5-0

Hoover made a motion to continue the Board of Supervisors meeting immediately following the conclusion of the Audit Committee meeting on November 20,2025 in Fairfax Hall. 2^nd Gianoutsos. Motion passed 5-0.

Reconvene Regular Board of Supervisor Meeting

9. Staff Reports

9.A. District Counsel

Kostich made the motion to approve the evaluation criteria, the request for proposals and the notice with December 8^th at 12pm as the deadline for proposals. 2^nd by Setaro. Motion passed 5-0.

Reminder to Supervisors Ethics training is due.

The fiscal year 24 audit was not submitted on time due to delays in receiving information from a former vendor. The district may have to present a defense in Tallahassee if the audit is not submitted soon.

9.B. District Engineer

Stop Sign Request at White Plains Way. Considering alternatives. Hamstra is waiting for an onsite meeting to discuss options.

District Engineer gave an opinion on the storm drain proposals. He would like to create a one-page scope of work and ask for resubmittal of proposals from the two vendors. Setaro suggested contacting the city to see if they have this capability. District Manager informed the board the email was already sent.

Hoover made motion to approve FY2026 Engineering Services. 2^nd Kostich. Motion passed 5-0. District Engineer noted rates have not increased for the past 3 years.

9.C. Landscaping - Yellowstone

See report in November agenda. Bi-weekly mowing and detail work will continue. Preparing for leaf drop. Updates on irrigation work to be completed involving the remainder of the split from the golf course. If split is simple work will be completed. Otherwise, a proposal will be presented. Gianoutsos mentioned a flagged area for an irrigation head break.

9.D. Golf and F&B – LGM

See report on November agenda. It has been just over a month since LGM took over operations. Superintendent is treating weeds. Rounds are up compared to October last year. Events calendar will be coming out in the next few weeks. F&B had a town hall for upcoming changes to the menu and upcoming events. Training is in progress. Kitchen will be thoroughly cleaned, and a proposal will be submitted for December for monthly cleaning. LGM has the authority to approve emergency purchases not to exceed $10K.

The Proposed business plan and FY2026 Golf and Food & Beverage Budget was presented. Budget reflects the need for substantial improvements needed to both Golf and F&B. October Financials cannot be compiled until corrected financials from Troon are provided.

Setaro made a motion to accept the business plan with modified rates and permit seasonal rates be approved by the chair and ratified at a regular meeting. 2^nd Gianoutsos. Motion passed 5-0.

Dom made a motion to accept the proposed the FY2026 Golf and F&B budget. 2^nd Kolodziey. Motion passed 5-0.

9.E. District Managers Report

See report on the November agenda. Challenges with making purchases for repairs and maintenance as the District credit is limited unless we use vendors. Gym equipment has been moved to the December agenda. Areas where pine trees were removed need consideration for replacement options. Will ask Yellowstone for suggestions or proposals.

9.F. Community Directors Report

See report on the November agenda. Pool heaters were serviced, and one unit was replaced, and the compressor is on backorder. Community Director suggested possibility of assigning the bar code reader to the HOA. Board discussed the possibility of converting the heaters back to gas as we replace.

10.A. Storm Drain Cleanout

Per the District Engineers recommendation, a revised scope of work will be created and sent to the two proposers to be rebid.

Counsel prefaced the business items by outlining the State Statutes for security discussions.  

10.B. Universal Security Rate Proposal

Rate increase was required to stay within the State of Florida minimum wage. The FY2026 budget was based on the upcoming increase.

Setaro made a motion to accept the new security rates for staff salaries for FY2026. 2^nd Kolodziey. Passed 5-0.

10.C. Ratify Lap Pool Heater

The Lap pool heater #1 required a new unit and unit #2 compressor was bad. Chair and District Manager approved both items to get them fixed quickly. Heater was replaced on November 19^th and compressor is on back order.

Kostich made a motion to ratify the heater proposal. 2^nd Gianoutsos. Motion passed 5-0

10.D. Security Enhancement

As previously mentioned, security discussions fall under Florida Statute 119.071(3). Only Members of the Board of Supervisors and staff hired by the District may discuss any security discussions.

The barcode reader at the front entrance is failing and will need replacement (est. $4,500-$6,500). District Manager stated the Board may want to consider this replacement or options while discussing the front entrance enhancements.

The board requested a shade meeting to occur on December 18, 2025, at 12pm to discuss security enhancements.

10.E. Fairfax Hall Exterior Painting Proposals

Three proposals were submitted with GHI Painting at $27,957, DNN Painting at $23,650 and LEG Enterprises at $21,250. Only LEG Enterprises stated they only roll the paint, while the other two companies spray and back roll.

Hoover made a motion to accept the LEG Enterprises proposal for $21,250 and funds are to come from Capital Projects. 2^nd Setaro. Passed 5-0.

10.F. Goals & Objectives

The completed FY 2024 - 2025 State required Goals & Objectives were presented and are required to be posted by December 31, 2025.

Hoover made a motion to accept the FY 2024 - 2025 completed Goals & Objectives. 2^nd Kostich. Passed 5-0

The FY2025 – 2026 Goals & Objectives Reporting Form was presented. Kostich made a motion to accept the FY2025 – 2026 Goals & Objectives form to be completed at the end of FY2026. 2^nd Setaro Passed 5-0.

Board requested a mid-year update on the status of the goals and objectives.

Hoover called a break from 3:42p - 3:55pm

10.G. Irrigation Pump House

Due to the estimation the pump house replacement would exceed the threshold for bidding, counsel and the District Manager prepared the necessary documents to advertise an RFP and legal notices to request bids for the irrigation pump house replacement.

Setaro made a motion to accept the RFP for the irrigation pump house replacement with the deadline for proposals, December 8, at 12pm. 2^nd Gianoutsos. Passed 5-0.

10.H. Resolution 2026-2 Amending Fiscal Year 2025 Budget

Due to hurricane Milton and damage done to the property, funds from the operating budget were used to pay for repairs. The District is still waiting for a decision from FEMA to refund portions of the repairs made and storm debris removal. Funds were used to repair a depression at Manassas under the District Engineer line item and there were overages in District Counsel line item due to the requests for RFP’s for Management Services, Golf and Food and Beverage Management Services, and Landscape Services during FY2025.

Setaro made a motion to approve the FY2025 Amended Budget. 2^nd Hoover. Motion passed 5-0.

11.A. Consent Agenda

Kolodziey made a motion to approve October 16, 2025, meeting minutes. 2^nd by Setaro. Motion passed 5-0.

12. Supervisor Comments

Kostich thanked the Veterans Group for the donation of the fans for the Bocce courts and the Bocce Boys group for assistance with the Bocce court improvement project.

Kolodziey thanked the CDD Board members for being reappointed to the CDD Board.

Setaro discussed the decision to decline the former motion to hire an auditor to perform an audit of the golf course and Food & Beverage financials under Troon. A preliminary review would not net us enough of a benefit.

Setaro stated that over the past 2 months Between him, LGM and the District Manager there are over $6K in unpaid and late invoices not paid by Troon. Additionally, the District Manager uncovered $3,400 in late fees which Troon agreed to pay. Additional late fees and sales tax payments that should not have been paid are being uncovered as the District reviews documentation. This has caused damage to the District credit, with several former creditors refusing to issue the District future credit.

Hoover made a motion to approve a $5k retainer to engage with Greenlee Law Group and pursue a claim against Troon for the mismanagement of the golf course and food and beverage. 2^nd Kolodziey. Motion approved 5-0.

Hoover made a motion to appoint Setaro as the key point of contact for the claim process with Greenlee Law. 2^nd Kolodziey. Passed 5-0.

Hoover requested Kolodziey to serve as the board's liaison to the Homeowners Association (HOA). Kolodziey accepted.

Hoover made a motion to create and distribute a roof replacement RFP for the Blue Ridge Activity center. 2^nd Setaro. Motion passed 5-0.

13. Audience Comments

Lot 503 Expressed concern about the Troon situation and asked how to prevent future vendor issues.

Lot 942 Reiterated her desire for a manned front entrance and the request for a stop sign on White Plains Way.

14. Adjournment

Kolodziey made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 4;25pm. 2nd by Setaro. Motioned passed 5-0.

Next CDD regular meeting will be December 18^, 2025, at 2pm in Fairfax Hall. A Closed Executive Session for the purpose of security discussions is scheduled for December 18, 2025, at 12pm at 4463 Arlington Ridge Blvd.

Audit Meeting Agenda Thursday November 20,2025 2:00pm

Roll Call- Bob Hoover, Ted Kostich, Dom Setaro, Jerry Gianoutsos, Lee Graffius, Meredith Hammock, Patrick Collins, David Hamstra, Kiel Alderink, Shane Schutte, Joe Goellner via Zoom and members of the audience and via zoom.

2A Presentation of Auditor Selection Evaluation Criteria

2B Presentation of Audit Proposal Instructions

2C Presentation of RFP Audit Services

Setaro made a motion to approve the evaluation criteria, the request for proposals and the notice with December 8^th at 12pm as the deadline for proposals. 2^nd by Hoover. Motion passed 5-0.

3 Adjournment

Kolodziey made a motion to adjourn the audit committee meeting. 2^nd Hoover. Motion passed 5-0. 

Upcoming Events!

Weekly\Monthly Activities Schedule

Note: If clubs want their meetings advertised, or if there is a meeting missing and you would like it added, please reach out to the

Office at 352-728-2186 or email at resident@arlingtonridgecdd.org

Due to a scheduling conflict, Monsta Lobsta will be on-site from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, as they need to serve another

location afterward. Gringa Mex will be here until 3 pm.

Movies scheduled for this upcoming week!

"Angel has Fallen"

Saturday, November 29

at 6:30 PM

"Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid (1969)"

Thursday, December 4

Open House Policy

The CDD Board of Supervisors has approved a new Open House Policy for directional signs on District Property. The policy is available on the website or by clicking on the link below.

Residents selling their homes must fill out a form prior to their first open house or have their real estate agent file for themselves. Each agent within a Real Estate Company will need to submit a form. Agents registering will need to re-submit the form annually by October 1st. Forms submitted now through September will be valid until October 1, 2026. Form may be submitted via email.

There will be a two-week grace period before the District contacts anyone posting signs without a form. This policy ensures uniformity and directional assistance.

Please note that the Guard House will not distribute open house flyers.

CDD and HOA Responsibilities

We have received numerous calls about the differences in responsibilities between the CDD and HOA.

Walk in hours for the CDD and HOA are Tuesday - Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

CDD Responsibilities

CDD Office Number: 352-728-2186

• Common Areas and related parking areas
• Lexington Spa: Fitness Center, Aerobics Room, Sauna, Nail Salon,
• Massage Room and all equipment
• Pools: Beach Pool, Lap Pool, Hot Tub, Patio Furniture and Cabana
• Charleston Social Center: Library, Craft Room and Card Room
• St. Charles Movie Theater
• Blue Ridge Activity Center - Game Room, Card Rooms
• O'Hara's Billiards Hall
• The Commons: Tennis Courts, Pickleball Courts, Bocce Courts and Court Restrooms
• Fairfax Banquet Hall
• RV Parking Lot
• Front Gate Security (equipment and personnel)
• Arlington Ridge Administration Offices
• Common Area Landscaping
• Common Area Irrigation

LGM Management\Golf Course & Restaurant Responsibilities

Golf Main Number: 352-765-8001 Option 4 Restaurant Number: 352-315-0066

• Chesapeake Bay Grille and The Village Tavern
• Chathams Cafe
• Golf Shop
• Golf Course Maintenance - Course, Driving Range, course restrooms located between #4 & #5 and #16 & #17, cart barn and golf maintenance building

HOA Responsibilities - Home Sites

HOA Office Number: 352-702-4960

• Architectural Control (to ensure improvements meet community guidelines)
• Enforcement of Community Standards and Guidelines
• Home Site Lawn Maintenance (mowing, edging\blowing)
• Basic Cable TV and Internet service (OpticalTel)
• Maintenance and Management of the back gate (off White Plains Way)

HOA Additional Services for Villas\Townhouses

• Roof Replacement (at end of life)
• Provision of Water for Irrigation
• Master Irrigation System Maintenance
• Landscape Maintenance

Irrigation Issues and Who to Contact

If you notice broken irrigation on CDD property, please call the CDD Office at

352-728-2186.

For broken irrigation on Golf Course property, contact the golf course at

352-765-8001

If there is an issue with irrigation on your property, please call the HOA Office at

352-702-4960.

Facts regarding Arlington Ridge Roads being Public

The following information was provided by District Counsel to help clarify Arlington Ridge roads are required to be public roads and the reason the back gate entrance does not violate any laws. This topic was spoken on by Counsel at the August and September CDD Meetings.

The back gate has always been owned by the HOA. We only need one means of “public” ingress/egress to meet bond covenants. There is no legal requirement we allow public access through the back gate. The operation and area has been owned by the HOA.

The District used tax-exempt bonds to fund the CDD’s public roadways, among other public improvements. IRS regulations require public/open access to all tax-exempt funded public improvements, including roadways, stormwater, etc. This is a federal/IRS tax law requirement (you will not necessarily see it explicitly in state statute). What is more is the District is operated pursuant to Chapter 190, Florida Statutes. The District is not quasi government. It is a unit of local special purpose government operated and existing pursuant to Chapter 190, Florida Statutes, and levies non ad valorem assessments and uses public funds for operation and maintenance of all District assets. It has the authority to levy ad valorem taxes. And eminent domain. And other powers. As such, District facilities must be open to the public. For purposes of the amenity and recreational facilities, it may adopt a reasonable fee to allow non-resident access to enjoy the facilities on the same basis as residents that are required to pay non-ad valorem assessments.

NOTE: Non-residents may use amenities by paying an annual fee equal to the amount residents contribute through their yearly maintenance taxes. One-time use is not permitted for non-residents.

Residents must obtain a guest pass for any visitors using the amenities without the resident being present.

Pool Golf Cart/Car Parking at Lexington Spa

Please do not park your golf cart in a car parking spot or a car in golf cart spot at the Lexington Spa Parking Lot when going to the pool, there are plenty of golf cart parking spots in the Village Green and if there are no car spots available, please park in BRAC or the Administration\

Restaurant parking lot.

Book Donations

The library gladly accepts donations of fiction books published within the last 10 years. Due to limited shelf space, we are unable to accommodate older books, coffee table books, or nonfiction titles.

PLEASE consider donating these items to other organizations such as

Sheriff’s Ranch, Goodwill, or similar sites.

Your cooperation is greatly appreciated by our library volunteers!

Pool Hours

As discussed in the August Board Meeting pool hours are being posted in order to provide residents knowledge of the pool open hours as there are many instances when the pools are being used in the morning prior to State Law. Providing pool hours will avoid confusion when residents try to get into the pool area in the mornings and find the gates locked because they are there too early.

Florida Administrative Code 64-E-9.008 (7) 7) Night swimming – Pools shall not be open for swimming at night unless lighting is provided as approved by the jurisdictional building department. Pools authorized for night swimming shall be noted on the operating permit issued by the department. Night swimming shall be considered one half hour before sunset to one half hour after sunrise.

This means the pool cannot open until 1/2 hour after sunrise and must close 1/2 hour before sunset. Of course, we cannot change the hours daily so a generalized open and closed time will be posted to be within the requirement and changed on a monthly basis accordingly.

Fishing Guidelines

Permitted Area: Fishing is allowed only in the pond next to hole #10, strictly between the designated fishing signs.

Respect Property: Please be considerate of the residents’ properties that border the pond.

Prohibited Area: Fishing is not allowed in the wetland area adjacent to the pond.

After Hours Calls

If you have an urgent issue after CDD hours, please contact the Guard House. They will notify the appropriate person to assist you. Once reported, the CDD will assess the situation and respond accordingly. If you have additional information, and need to speak with staff, please leave your name and contact number with the guard and request a call back. The Guard House number is 352.326.0135. We recommend that any other non-urgent issues to please send an email to resident@arlingtonridgecdd.org 

or Lee.Graffius@inframark.com

For emergencies like fire, theft, domestic issues, or vandalism, please call Emergency Services at 911.

Amenity Use Policies

Non-Resident Paid User: Non-residents who paid an annual usage fee established from time to time by the Board of Supervisors. By paying the annual usage fee, a non-resident shall enjoy the full use of the Recreational Facilities on the same basis, under the same rules and requirements, and at the same fees and charges as Owners and Lessees. This fee is equivalent to the annual assessment residents pay. Currently Arlington Ridge does not have any non-resident paid users.

Lap Pool Reminders

The Lap Pool is reserved daily for the Lap Swimmers Group, from when the pool opens until just before any other scheduled water activities begin.

Please be sure to abide by group guidelines during reserved group activity space and use that section of the pool for lap swimming only.

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