Greetings Residents,

We had a great turnout at the International Food Festival last weekend. Let's keep the momentum going with your support of other community events. Check out the calendar below for details.

This week:

• BrightView spot mowed this week only areas in need.
• After months of research, planning, and install, the two electric heat pumps for the pool are now up and running! These pumps are now the dominant heat source, with a gas heater as a back-up. They will also help keep the pool cooler in the summer. Thanks to all involved in the efforts.
• The barrier arm at the main gate was re-installed.
• BrightView installed several pallets of sod installation this week. More is being scheduled for the future.
• Sidewalk inspections are taking place this week and next for safety and cleanliness.

Next week and beyond:

• BrightView is treating all turf with insecticide next week. A turf fertilization treatment will be scheduled soon.
• The first official notice of the Annual Meeting on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 4:30pm will be emailed to owners who have consented to electronic notices and physically mailed to owners who have not consented to electronic notices the week of February 12th.

Thank you, Ashley Giasone

Keep HP Beautiful

The Grounds Committee is looking for more volunteers to help walk yards on a quarterly basis. Volunteers will be given a template to take notes. If you are interested, please contact the HOA office at 941-922-6822 or email Ashley at [email protected]. Thank you.

Clothes Dryer

A friendly tip from an owner - if your clothes dryer is not fully drying your clothes, the vent may be the culprit! Upon further review, a vendor hired by an owner found their dryer vent sealed shut with paint and successfully opened it.

Hammock Hub

CLICK HERE to view the electronic version of the February Hammock Hub.

Printed copies are available in the clubhouse.

Lock your Cars

This is a friendly reminder that it is always a good idea to remove valuables and lock your vehicle when parking outside.

Palmer Ranch Master Association

CLICK HERE to view the electronic version of the February On the Ranch Newsletter.

Proposed Resolution & Rule on Fruit Trees & Plants

The Board of Directors is proposing a resolution and rule regarding Fruit Trees & Plants. The resolution was introduced at the January 18th Meeting of the Board of Directors, was circulated community wide January 24th and will be considered at the Thursday, February 15th Meeting of the Board of Directors.

CLICK HERE to read the announcement which includes links to the proposition and a form to submit feedback by Thursday, February 8th.

Upcoming Lifestyle Events

~ For a full list of events, including special interest groups,

scroll down for more information or CLICK HERE to access our calendar via Google Calendar ~

Trimming 

Remainder of FPL easement, beginning of Golden Sage Drive

Weeding

Bay Pine Way, mid-section of Marsh Pointe Road, Wood Fern Court

Edging/Mowing

The next bed edging and mowing will occur the week of 2/12

*Schedule subject to change pending weather

The Frontier Bulk Customer Care Center phone line is now available to Hammock Preserve residents.

ALL OWNERS

MUST CALL

Call Bulk Customer Care

844-660-0648 option #2

Monday - Friday, 8am - 9pm EST

Saturday, 9am - 8pm EST

ALL OWNERS MUST CALL.

You call to convert your existing account from a retail account to a bulk account, to establish a new account if you do not already have a Frontier account, and order additional services.

Even if you will not be replacing a router if your home,

you will need to call as soon as possible!

Included in your 2024 HOA dues is:

Frontier Fiber 1Gb (gigabyte) Internet plus 1 Eero Pro Router* for Villas OR 2 Eero Pro Routers* for Single Family Homes.

Video (aka Cable) & Phone is NOT included.

*Your router(s) may or may not need updating.

Frontier will help you determine this.

BrightView Portal

First time users of the portal need to register first. To register, click the first blue button below or CLICK HERE. Once you enter your email address, you will be sent a verification code to that email. Enter the code and you will be attached to Hammock Preserve and asked to enter your unique information. After you enter your information, you will be given a temporary password to sign in. Sign in with the temporary password on https://connect.brightview.com and choose a new password.

CLICK HERE to view a PDF guide on how to register for and use the portal or you can follow the steps described below. If you continue to experience challenges, please contact the HOA office at [email protected]

Once you have setup a password, you do not use the same link to access the portal going forward. From that point forward, you can go to https://connect.brightview.com and sign in to log a work order, see schedules, etc. CLICK HERE to view a PDF guide on how to use the portal.

TRIMMING OPT-OUT

If you desire to opt-out of all trimming, please place one blue reflector in the front of your yard.

If you desire to have your yard trimmed and have a blue reflector anywhere in your yard, please remove it ASAP. BrightView will not trim your home if you have a blue reflector.

If you desire to have certain planting(s) not trimmed, please secure blue flagging tape around the planting(s) is a visible area.

YARD DEBRIS

If you are doing your own trimming, Waste Management will pick up select yard debris on Wednesday mornings. Debris can be placed curbside in a trash bin with no bag, paper bags found at local hardware stores, or tied with string and placed on the opposite side of the driveway from where your regular garbage can would be placed. There are weight, size and material restrictions to take special note of. For example, tree limbs can’t exceed 4 feet and items can’t exceed 40 pounds. Soil, sod, bricks and stones are not considered yard waste. Please contact Waste Management for further details.

BrightView trim crew also picks up debris on Thursdays. Debris can be placed curbside in a trash bin with no bag, paper bags found at local hardware stores, or tied with string. Crew will not pick up debris in beds until trim crew is working on your home.

Guests Signing Waivers for Amenity Use

It's a beautiful time of year in Florida and lots of guests are visiting. This is a friendly reminder that all owners, tenants and guests are required to sign a waiver and release of liability PRIOR to use of the clubhouse, amenities, recreational facilities, and/or participation in Association-sponsored functions.

The waiver can be completed electronically by clicking below or by visiting hammockpreserve.net and clicking on the tab for Waiver. Printed copies are also available in the lobby of the clubhouse (against the wall by the front entry) or in the HOA office. Thank you for your cooperation!

Lost & Found

Find something or think you've lost something around the community? Contact the office and we'll check our lost and found inventory or add to it.

Lotsahelpinghands

Selling a Home?

We have put together what we hope will be a helpful guide for residents and realtors who are selling homes in the community. A couple of key items to note: 

• You must have approval to host an open house
• You must have approval to use for sale signs or open house signs

Click the button below to view the guide

Temporary Leave?

Please let the office know if you are leaving your home for 4 weeks or more! This is entirely optional and is helpful as it will give us an understanding of how many of our residents are here throughout the year, and if there are any emergencies related to your private residence, we can use the information you submit to contact you. Individual information will be kept confidential to Hammock Preserve employees.

Please use the following link or click the button below!

https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/dOGV4qu/TemporaryLeave

Violations

Living in an HOA, there are various rules for many reasons such as to keep the community beautiful and to be a good neighbor. You could consider having a friendly conversation with a resident who may be violating a rule.

Violations can be reported to the HOA office in writing with as many details as possible including day, time, violation type, individual(s) if known, photographic evidence, etc. This information will prove very helpful in assessing the claim and making contact with the individual(s) violating. Thank you.

Virtual Guard (New Gate Company)

We have put together a guide for accessing your account and utilizing the Virtual Guard (vGates) portal.

CLICK HERE to access our calendar via Google Calendar or click the calendar below to enlargen it.

Detailed descriptions of many events can be found in the printed Hammock Hub.

For event changes, email Lifestyle Admin Assistant, Laura McNulty, at [email protected] prior to the Wednesday before the week the change takes effect.

As a reminder, if you plan to attend an event requiring registration, please be sure to register online.

The event registration link is posted with the event in the weekly newsletter.

Family Smores Night

Join us by the fire pit on Saturday, February 17th from 6:00-8:00 pm to chat with your neighbors and make some smores on the grill. All smores ingredients and hot chocolate will be provided and complimentary.

Please register by 2/12 for resident count.

February Music Trivia Night

Challenge yourself with a fun night of Music Trivia in the Clubhouse on

Thursday, February 22nd

from 7:00-9:00 pm.

Cost is $5 per person.

Hammock Preserve Spring Craft Show & Charity Bake Sale

Join us in the Clubhouse on Saturday, March 2nd from

10:00 am-1:00 pm for the Hammock Preserve Spring Craft Show!

Crafters and Vendor spots still available. HP Residents may invite vendor friends from outside the community to sell at the craft show.

Vendor cost is $5 for a square or round table.

Vendor registration is required to reserve a table.

No cost for attendees.

** Calling all Bakers who wish to donate baked goods for the Charity Bake Sale. **

No Payment Due until Bus trip is Confirmed

MEN'S BREAKFAST &

LADIES' LUNCHES

Registration required to attend. Please email Laura McNulty at

[email protected] if you are registered for an event but can no longer

attend or you would like to be placed on a waitlist for an event that is at capacity.

Men's Breakfast

Friday, February 16th at 

9:00 am at Anita's Restaurant

Ladies' Luncheon

Friday, February 16th and Thursday February 22nd at 12:30 pm at Mama Leone's

FOOD TRUCKS

Fresh Catch: Pick from some of the freshest seafood, sausages, meats, chicken and prepared meals.

Customers can pre-order on https://freshcatchfishco.com/pages/contact.

Questions? Call 941-276-5115. 

Fresh Catch also offers desserts including whole Key Lime Pies for $20 and Key Lime Pie-on-a-Stick for $5.99!

HP Book Club

Book Club generally meets in the Barefoot Bar on the last Wednesday of the month at 3:00 pm.  

If you have any questions, please reach out to Robin Gage at [email protected]. 

HP Fishing Club

If you are interested in joining the fishing club, please contact Charles Moran at

516-427-3951 or [email protected]

HP Lady Lob-stars

Just click on this flyer If you are interested in signing up to play pickleball with other HP ladies.

Contact Laura Cantor at [email protected] if you have any questions.

HP Motorcycle Riders

We will start our rides one morning per month at the clubhouse parking lot. Routes and times TBD.

To Join a Ride:

Contact Tim Hanewich

941-724-4761 [email protected].

HP Walks

Please click on this flyer If you are interested in signing up to walk with other HP residents.

Contact Ellen Robinson at [email protected] if you have any questions.

Local & Surrounding Area Attractions

Looking for something to do? Visit our Hammock Preserve Web Site for a list of area attractions including activities that have been recommended by our residents! 

Maria Foglio

Pete Castillo

Mark Casalinova

Casey Stengel

Paul Eklund

President

Vice President

Vice President

Treasurer

Secretary

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Pictured above from left to right are Mark Casalinova, Paul Eklund, Maria Foglio, Casey Stengel, and Pete Castillo.

Hours of Operation

Office: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Monday - Thursday

Friday by appointment only

Clubhouse: 5 am - midnight

Fire Pit: 8 am - 10 pm

Pool, Spa, Dog Park, & Fishing Pier: Dawn to Dusk

Sport Courts: 7 am - 10 pm

Hammock Preserve

on Palmer Ranch



5584 Eagle Creek Road

Sarasota, FL 34238

P 941-922-6822

F 941-922-6821

24 Hrs 800-337-5850

E [email protected]

www.hammockpreserve.net