Volume 40 - No. - 24 - June 13, 2025

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Hello Homeowners,


I am sure you’ve all been busy with graduations, the last day of school, and getting ready for Father’s Day. I hope you were able to come out and enjoy our first concert in the park last weekend. The good news is there is a new concert twice each month. It’s a great time of year to get out and enjoy the amenities and events going on all summer.


Happy Dad’s Day!! Fathers have an important and unique role in our families. I hope they all get a moment to sit back for a day and feel the appreciation and love. Thank you for all that you do to support your family and children.


Stop by the clubhouse this Wednesday to get your passport and take a tour of our freshly renovated guest rooms and all that the Estates has to offer you. Our San Vicente Resort Open House is from 4 – 7 pm on Wednesday, June 18. See the blog post below for more details.


Summer break is upon us, which means that our recreation program has 10 weeks of summer camp. Our amazing Amy Holsapple-Lueck gets the kids out swimming, doing crafts, field trips, science experiments, skits, learning about nature, and much more. There are some spots open for “ImagiCamp.” Please call 760-789-4146 to get your kids signed up.


During summer break, our kids get some time to relax, recharge, and have more time with friends and family. It can also be a time for them to find some minor trouble. Over the years, and again this spring, we have seen our young residents out on the golf course either fishing or riding bikes/e-bikes or golf carts on the greens and fairways.


Here’s the issue and concern: 

  • There is No Fishing at any time in our reclaimed water/irrigation ponds.
  • People are not allowed to be on the golf course while there are players on the course. This means from sunup to sundown.
  • Being on the golf course during play creates a dangerous situation. An amateur golfer's ball velocity is in the range of 120mph to 140mph. You can understand why we cannot have non-players on the course.
  • Resident kids have done damage to the greens. This is not acceptable. It creates extra time, effort, and dollars to repair the damage and is an interruption to homeowner enjoyment of our grounds and facilities. Kids have also been seen doing wheelies and other stunts on the hills by Ramona Oaks Park.


I understand that kids need to have fun. We just cannot have them doing things that put themselves, others, or the association at risk. Parents, we need your help. When kids are caught in violation of HOA rules, you will be held responsible for their actions and the fines. At times, we have had to involve local sheriffs to respond when they do not comply with requests to leave. I DO NOT WANT to involve the sheriffs; it is a terrible waste of their time, but they leave us no options. Again, I do not want to escalate any of these situations. That is why I ask you to remind your kids about the rules and why these rules are in place.


I believe in being fair to all of our residents and providing appropriate enforcement of our rules “handbook” for the safety and benefit of our entire community. Thank you in advance for your understanding and assistance.


Thank you for doing your part in making SDCEA the best it can be.


Thank you, Carl Weise, GM

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Community Calendar


Make plans to attend the Equestrian Committee's Fiesta Potluck this weekend, and Celebrate Dad at the Par!

Plus, experience all the San Vicente Resort amenities at the Open House on Wednesday.


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Explore, Experience, Enjoy — Your Open House Adventure Awaits!


Discover the best of San Vicente Resort and the Estates' amenities at our June 18 Open House—tour renovated rooms and experience golf, dining, equestrian, and more. Enjoy exclusive perks and enter to win a luxury prize package.


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Firefighter Balances Flames and Fatherhood as Proud Girl Dad of Three


We celebrate Father's Day and the many ways dads shape our lives, and turn the spotlight on someone who serves both his family and community with unwavering dedication.



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Pat Garrity: June’s Employee of the Month


We are proud to recognize Pat Garrity, our Community Specialist in the Community Relations Department, as Employee of the Month for June. She joined the team on May 18, 1989, and has been a consistent and dedicated presence in our community, bringing many years of experience, professionalism, and heart to everything she does.


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Volunteer of the Quarter Missi Stone: Riding High on Community Spirit 


The San Diego Country Estates Association is proud to congratulate Missi Stone for being our second quarter’s Volunteer of the Quarter. She is a dedicated equestrian whose passion for horses is matched only by a deep commitment to the community.



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Budget Development Committee Volunteer Opportunities


The Board of Directors is appointing members to the Budget Development Committee on Tuesday, July 22. Interested members must submit a committee interest form to Executive Assistant Meghan Vignes by Monday, July 14, at execsec@sdcea.net.



The purpose of this Committee is to review the annual budget prepared by the staff for the ensuing year. The Committee, General Manager, and Director of Finance Operations will meet with each department manager over a four- to five-day period from Monday, September 22, to Friday, September 26. The Committee will also attend the Association’s public budget workshop, scheduled for Tuesday, October 7.


For more information and to submit interest in this Committee, please click the Budget Development Form.

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Ramona Valley Vineyard Association (RVVA) Wine Competition 2025

Wednesday, June 25 | 6 – 8 pm

San Vicente Resort

 

Raise a glass to Ramona’s exceptional wines, vineyards, and winemakers at this year’s RVVA Wine Competition! Celebrate our region’s award-winning vintages with an evening of great company, an Italian feast, live local music, and a tasting of the competition wines.

 

Event Highlights

Mix & Mingle: Sample the competition entries while enjoying your dinner

Medal Announcements: Bronze, Silver, and Gold winners revealed

Best in Show: Presentation of the prestigious Lum Eisenman Awards

 

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Legacy of Service: Connie Sparks Memorial and Chris Martinez Open Golf Tournament 2025


The 11th Annual Connie Sparks Memorial and Chris Martinez Open brought together families, friends, and golfers to raise funds for cancer and ALS research, continuing a heartfelt legacy of service and remembrance at San Vicente Golf Resort.



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Environmental Control Committee Opportunity


SDCEA is looking to fill a vacancy on the Environmental Control Committee (ECC). The ECC is a 3-member committee established by Article IV of the CC&Rs, to ensure that all improvements on lots within the Association meet the standards outlined in the governing documents.



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Employment Opportunities with

San Diego Country Estates


We have open positions:


  • Restaurant & Bar Manager
  • Full-Time Equestrian Maintenance
  • Full Time Sous Chef/Banquet Chef


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