Property Manager Updates
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Greetings Residents,
We hope you consider attending today's events including Tervone's Kitchen Food Truck from 4-7pm, Meet the Committees from 5-6pm, and First Friday from 5-8pm! Be sure to check out other fun events throughout the month with details listed below. There have been some exciting new additions to the Holiday Happenings event scheduled for December 18th from 12-3pm in the Clubhouse. On the topic of holidays, thank you for those that have shared your feedback on the exterior holiday decor through a hired vendor. We are working with them on some additional options to make improvements.
A few important emails were sent out this week including circulation of a Leasing Policy, a revised Collections Policy and notice of a Town Hall and input form on Villa Maintenance. We value your feedback!
Tree and shrub staking will continue next week. Over 30 tree stumps were grinded this week. We are still developing plans for replacement and common area trees and will provide updates again next Friday.
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Fire Pit
We are happy to report the fire pit at the clubhouse is finally in working condition!
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Hammock Hub
CLICK HERE to view the electronic version of the December Hammock Hub.
Printed copies are available in the clubhouse.
On The Ranch
CLICK HERE to view the electronic version of the Palmer Ranch Master Association newsletter.
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Light Poles
FPL owns and maintains the light poles on residential streets and there are work orders in for issues with leaning poles, a downed pole, and lights that are on all day. We were recently informed that the LED conversion is not yet complete as FPL waits for additional supplies.
The HOA owns and maintains light poles around the clubhouse and entrances. A vendor has been approved to perform work on tennis court and main entrance lights.
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Mulch Updates
TruScapes began mulching homeowner lots this past Wednesday, Weather permitting, mulching of homes and highly visible common areas will be complete by Thursday of next week. If the back of your home was not yet mulched, crew will be coming back to complete it. There are dedicated crew for cleaning up walkways and driveways. If crew causes any damage to any plants, lighting, etc. please submit a work order through the TruScapes portal and they will resolve.
As a reminder, we are anticipating the gold mulch to partially show through after a period of time. For newer homes that may have a considerable amount of gold much present, this will be even more so. You may consider removing some of your mulch to prevent future color mixing. We did include mulching for the entire community in our 2023 budget. Please do not pull bagged mulch off of pallets. Mulch will be installed the same day of delivery.
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Pool/Spa Announcements
There are pending electrical repairs to the spa therefore the spa is currently out of service. The pool is heating nicely even though one of the pool heaters is needing replacement. Lastly, we should have dates soon on when the pool and spa will be closed in January to complete repairs to cracks.
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Town Hall on Villa Maintenance
As announced earlier this week, we are hosting a Town Hall on Villa Maintenance on Wednesday, December 14th from 6:30-8:00pm in the Clubhouse and via Zoom.
We will specifically be reviewing Villa Maintenance, Villa Party Fences, and a Villa arbitration process.
The Board and the Ad Hoc Documents Committee are looking for comments from all residents of our community. While these provisions of the Declaration uniquely affect our Villa neighbors, any changes to these sections must be approved by the community as a whole - in fact, 51% of the homes voting must agree. While, in the future, the community could set up the decision to be made the Villas alone, our current covenants do not provide that opportunity.
A communication has been circulated to ask for your comments, or if you would like to speak “live” at the event. CLICK HERE to read the announcement and for the link to the form to provide input and/or request agenda time.
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TruScapes Announcements
Turf fertilizer will be applied this afternoon and throughout the weekend. While the fertilizer is 100% organic and safe for pets, it is recommended to stay off lawns for at least 24 hours.
The week of December 5th:
TRIMMING - Rain Lily
WEEDING - Golden Sage
For areas with challenged sod, replacements are anticipated to begin late December/early January.
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Yoga Announcement
Chair yoga with Instructor Janie is paused for the month of December. If you are interested in future classes, please contact Janie!
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Greetings Neighbors,
We have received a few additional invoices since the last update. Here are the latest figures on Hurricane Ian expenses:
Known Expenses
Gate repair at entrance to FPL easement $550
Landscaping Debris Removal and Dump Fees $17,030
Landscape Removal, Staking and Trimming $106,047.50
Staking supplies in office $301.92
Stump grinding $1,750.00
Pool Sign $197.52
Street Signs $5,000 est.
TV replacements/install/protection $1,457.34
Dog Park Sun Shade $2,850 (this is a new estimate and is about $2,000 less than the other estimate received)
Outdoor ceiling fans $1,540.71
Brackets for Bocce ball court sign $2.26
Estimates in Progress
Fence between Sweet Leaf and Bay Pine
Landscaping - additional tree removal, staking, and replacements
Best always,
Robin Gage
Hammock Preserve HOA Treasurer
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Holiday Community Drive
Our social committee is collecting for The TWIG again this year. TWIG stands for “The Way to Inspire and Give”, so every child in foster care knows they matter. The TWIG is a nonprofit organization that runs two boutiques, one in Venice and in Bradenton. The boutiques provide children placed in foster care an opportunity to shop for themselves once a month for something new, which builds on their well-being.
For more information checkout their website, www.thetwigcares.com, there is a great video which explains their mission.
Your donation can be dropped off at the Clubhouse in the designated box until December 10th.
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Palmer Ranch Master Association
There will be five Residential Class vacancies to be filled on the Palmer Ranch Master Association Board of Trustees during their Annual Meeting of Members in March 2023. The Board of Trustees includes a total of ten residential class members elected for staggered terms. They now seek those willing to serve a two-year term! If you are interested in leaning more, feel welcome to reach out to their association by calling 941-922-3866.
If you are interested in serving, please inquire with the Hammock Preserve HOA office and be prepared to submit a one-page resume by January 6, 2023 so we can meet their deadline of January 13, 2023. Elected members will be required to complete a statutory certificate within 90 days. More than two members of a community may be nominated, however no more than two residents from any one community may serve on the board at the same time.
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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
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Communications Committee
The Communications Committee is looking for new members. If you are interested, please email us at hphoacommunications@gmail.com.
What we do...
Develop and implement effective, fair and consistent communications within the community. Provide access to relevant reference information for residents. Welcome new residents and leaseholders to the community by providing them with community information and guidance.
For more, see our charter on hammockpreserve.net.
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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!
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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.
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Waiver for Amenity Use
All owners, tenants and guests are required to sign a waiver and release of liability for use of the clubhouse, amenities, recreational facilities, and/or participation in Association-sponsored functions.
If you have not completed a waiver since July, please sign the new waiver electronically by clicking below. Printed copies are available in the lobby of the clubhouse (against the wall by the front entry) or in the HOA office. Thank you for your cooperation!
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Important Phone Numbers
Gate 877-936-8372
Divosta Customer Relations 888-898-9712
Divosta After Hours Emergencies
866-708-1887
Divosta Warranty Center 888-898-9712
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Important Links
Hammock Preserve Facility Code: 2255
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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 lmcnulty@castlegroup.com prior to the Wednesday before the week the change takes effect.
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Meet Our Committees
Swing by the Clubhouse on Friday, December 2nd from 5:00-6:00 pm and talk to members to learn more about our Hammock Preserve Committees!
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December First Friday
You are invited to wear your favorite Ugly Holiday Shirt or Sweater during our
December 2nd First Friday. Festivities begin at 5:00 pm in the Barefoot Bar.
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Hammock Preserve Holiday Party
Join us on December 16th from 6-10 pm at Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club for some Cocktails, Food, Fun, and Dancing!
Event is open to 2 Adults per Hammock Preserve household, age 21 and older.
For $85 per person you will enjoy a 2-hour open bar, 3-course meal, and DJ Music!
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Hammock Preserve Kids, Families, & Adults Holiday Happenings
Join us on Sunday, December 18th from 12-3 pm in the Clubhouse to Socialize and Create Holiday Tree Decorations.
* 12-1 pm Children are invited for Pizza and a Holiday Movie (courtesy of Not Forgotten Community Outreach).
* 1-3 pm Children and Adults will be treated to Ice Cream (provided by HP Social Committee).
No Charge for Event.
Please Register # of Adults and Children for Resident Count.
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New Year's Eve at Hammock Preserve
Join us on December 31st beginning at 8 pm for a Hammock Preserve New Year's Eve Celebration
This event is Free for Adult Residents in the Hammock Preserve community. Please register if you are interested in attending so we have a guest count.
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For December our Men's event will be a Luncheon and it will take place at Pop's Sunset Grill on Friday, December 9th starting at 12:30 pm.
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December Ladies' Luncheon | |
Our December Ladies' Luncheon will take place at Cafe Venice Restaurant and Bar
on Friday, December 9th
starting at 12:30 pm.
We have reached capacity for this luncheon.
If you are interested in being placed on a wait list, please send an email to Laura McNulty at lmcnulty@castlegroup.com.
We will notify you if space opens up due to a cancellation.
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Other Events Over the Next Week | |
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Fresh Catch Fish Company is temporarily suspending their visits to Hammock Preserve due to staffing issues.
You may place pre-orders for home delivery Tuesday through Saturday by going online to www.freshcatchfishco.com or by calling 941-276-5115.
Orders placed by 2pm will be delivered the next day for Free.
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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!
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The Truscapes Third Quarter Updates |
TruScapes has provided us with their upcoming plans for our community through their third quarter newsletter.
Click here to read their newsletter in full:
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Irrigation
A zone map showing days of the week is below. Start times and intervals vary between 8:00 PM - 6:00 AM, and will fluctuate depending on weather and time of year.
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Mowing
We are mowing every other week. See below for a schedule of mowing.
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Trimming
Below is a helpful list of what trees will and will not be trimmed. Palms appear in a photo from left to right alphabetically.
TRIMMED AUTOMATICALLY (unless above 15 feet)
- Pygmy Palm
- Queen Palm
- Sabal Palm
Palms will be trimmed twice annually by May and November. Palms above 15 feet will be trimmed per Board approval.
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NOT TRIMMED (unless touching a residence or causing a safety hazard)
- Alexander Palm
- Areca Palm
- Christmas Palm
- Foxtail Palm
These palms are considered self-shedding
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RAISING OF CANOPY and/or REMOVAL OF DEAD BRANCHES
- Black Olive aka Shady Lady
- Holly
- Magnolia
- Ligustrom
- Oak
Pruning schedules may vary depending upon the tree species.
HEDGES/SHRUBS
Pruning schedules may vary depending upon the species.
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Selective Trimming
If you desire select plants, trees, etc. not to be trimmed, you are permitted to use blue flagging tape as shown in the image to the right. It does not have to wrap around the entire perimeter of the plant but please secure it so that it is visible.
This flagging tape is available for sale in the HOA office for $3/roll for 300' or can be purchased online from multiple vendors.
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OPT-OUT of Trimming
If you desire to opt-out of all trimming, please place a 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. TruScapes will not trim your home if your street is scheduled for that week, and it will not be trimmed until the next cycle.
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If you are doing your own trimming, 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. | |
Weeding
Plant beds and tree rings will be treated as required up to 12 times annually. Weeds in cracks of sidewalks, streests and curbs will be treated at least monthly.
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Work Order Portal
Residents have access to a customer portal to log work orders related to their private property. For work orders related to common property and emergencies, please contact Property Manager Ashley Giasone at agiasone@castlegroup.com
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Visit portal.truscapesindustries.com
- Select the button New User Registration
- Fill in the boxes beginning with Community. In this box, if you type Hammock, the words Hammock Preserve on Palmer Ranch should automatically appear.
- Set your password
- After setting your password, select Create My Account
- Click on the video below to walk through the registration process and how to log a ticket.
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Knowledge Base
CLICK HERE to access the TruScapes Knowledge Base where they have published various articles on specific subjects that you may find helpful.
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Mark Costello
Maria Foglio
Michele Charette
Robin Gage
Pete Castillo
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President
Vice President
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
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mcostellohp@gmail.com
mfogliohp@gmail.com
hpmichelecharette708@gmail.com
rgagehp@gmail.com
ecastillo.hp@gmail.com
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Castle Group Support Team
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Ashley Giasone
Property Manager
941.922.6822
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Laura McNulty
Administrative Assistant
941.922.6822
Mondays/Wednesdays 8:30am - 5:00pm (note office closes at 4:30pm)
Thursdays 8:30am - 12:30pm
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Brian Schmidt
Maintenance Technician
941.922.6822
Mondays/Tuesdays 9:00am - 3:00pm
Wednesdays 9:00am - 1:00pm
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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
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Hammock Preserve
on Palmer Ranch
5584 Eagle Creek Road
Sarasota, FL 34238
P 941.922.6822
F 941.922.6821
Castle Resident Services at 1.800.337.5850
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