From the Desk of the President
by Glenn L. Davis
CEDAR CREEK GARAGE SALE
NOVEMBER 13, 2010
Cedar Creek's Annual Garage Sale will be Saturday, November 13th, beginning at 8:00 a.m. If you wish to participate, please contact Mark or Bev Hempen at 992-8820. To help defray the costs of advertising for the sale, there will be a charge of $2.00, which you may either drop off or mail to the Hempens at 25691 Springtide Court. (corner of Cedar Creek Drive and Springtide Court).
Community Management
The Cedar Creek management company is the Compass Group. Their address is: 3701 North Tamiami Trail, Naples, FL 34103. You can contact them via phone at (239) 593-1233; fax at: (239) 593-1116. Their web site is: www.mycompassgroup.com
Our Property Manager will be Vic Burnett. He will be overseeing the day-to-day operations of Cedar Creek and will be in the community on a weekly basis to identify problems, then notify any owner(s) of observed violations. If the violations are not resolved in a timely fashion, he will articulate such to the Board for possible action. Vince can be reached at the above phone number or via e-mail at: vburnett@mycompassgroup.com
On October 2, you should have received a “Welcoming” letter from Compass Group. In that envelope there were forms that need to be filled out and either mailed to the Compass Group or hand delivered to a Board member. We need to have our files as perfect as possible. With your cooperation, we can achieve that mission. If you haven’t already done so, please take a few minutes to complete these forms.
October Board of Directors Meeting
The Board of Directors’ meeting was held on October 18th in the Cabana at 7:00 p.m. Vic Burnett, our new property manager, was introduced and made a few comments about his experiences and his optimism about working with the Board of Directors toward the betterment of Cedar Creek. We are looking forward to a long working relationship with Vic and with the new management company, Compass Group.
There were no items voted on and discussion was at a minimum. Ergo, the meeting lasted only 20 minutes
The Board began their 2011 Budget preparation last month, and will have a prepared Budget available for passage at the November Budget Meeting, scheduled for Monday, November 15th, at 7:00 pm in the Cabana.
Contact Information
If you have not already done so, please submit your approval to have your telephone number and your e-mail address inserted in the Cedar Creek Directory. A new directory will be made available to all Cedar Creek owners in early January. Your name and address will appear as before, but if you wish to have your phone number and/or your e-mail address included, we do need your permission. You can signup online at www.ourcedarcreek.com
BarCode Decal Distribution
The distribution of the BarCode decals for the new BarCode system is nearing the end. Approximately 81 percent of the Cedar Creek property owners have received the new decals. Cedar Creek residents in good standing will not need to use their remote “clickers” or openers from their vehicles after they have received their decal(s). The BarCode window decals will allow any vehicle with the Cedar Creek decal, entry into Cedar Creek, providing they are within five (5) feet of the reader to complete the signal. There will be a transition period where both the old “clickers” will be operational as well as the new BarCode reader system. The “old” systems will be disabled on January 1, 2011. Your “clickers” will not operate the gates after that date. If you haven’t received your BarCode decal, please take the time to take care of it now.
Bar Code Make-up dates and times for those who missed the assigned dates and times.
Remember: You will have to bring your completed Registration Form, your vehicle registration certificate(s) and your vehicle(s) to the Pool-Cabana parking lot. Bar codes will be applied 4:30 pm through 6:30 pm Thursday, November 18, 2010.
Remember: You will have to bring your completed Registration Form, your vehicle registration certificate(s) and your vehicle(s) to the Pool-Cabana parking lot. Bar codes will be applied 4:30 pm through 6:30 pm Thursday, November 18, 2010.
Bar codes will be applied 4:30 pm through 6:30 pm Thursday, December 9, 2010.
Or, you can contact Greg Coury at (239) 949-3357 Ext 3500 and make a special arrangement to have your decal(s) installed.
Here are the main issues Cedar Creek owners should be made aware of:
If you are not in good standing with your assessments with the Association, you will only get one (1) decal for that address.
You can purchase a Prox-card if you want a back-up other than the Tele-Entry system which will remain in operation so long as you are a resident of Cedar Creek.
You may wish to register your cell phone, instead of your home phone number, to be used in case you are out for the evening in someone else’s vehicle and do not have either a decal or a Prox-card reader to enter Cedar Creek.
If you own a motorcycle, it must be registered. You will then receive a Prox- card, at no cost to you, not a BarCode decal.
Renters must purchase one or two BarCode decals for $50.00 from Global Security. Additional decals will be $25.00. These decals will be de-activated at the termination of your lease.
If you purchase a new vehicle, you will have to purchase a new decal from Global Security for $15.00. These decals are not transferable from one vehicle to another.
The 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. beam at the entry gate will continue to be in effect in perpetuity.
If you are an absentee owner, you need to arrange with Greg Coury to receive your decal(s) as soon as you return to Cedar Creek for the season.
We thank Wain Garrison, Larry Tomaielly, Chris Dill and Greg Coury for assisting with the BarCode decal distribution on October 18th.
Address Changes
To all out-of-area owners who have either had an address change, telephone number or a problem with receiving mail from the management company, please check with Compass Group to ensure that they do have your correct out-of-town address and telephone contact numbers, both locally and out-of-town.
Cedar Creek Ladies Book Club
The Cedar Creek Ladies Book Club meets once a month on the fourth Monday at 7:15 p.m.. We read mostly fiction with a few non-fiction, and bios included occasionally. If you're interested, call or email Carolyn Gallagher, 949-0949, gallahawk@aol.com.
Cedar Creek Ladies’ Coffee
Meet Your Neighbors
The November Coffee will be held at the home of Diana Durante, 25580 Inlet Way Court, on Tuesday, November 9, at 2:00 p.m. Please call Diana at 498-9982 by Sunday, November 9th, if you plan to attend.
The December Coffee will be held at the home of Beverly Hempen, 25691 Springtide Court, on Wednesday, December 15, at 2:00 p.m. Please call Beverly at 992-8820 by Sunday, December 12th, if you will attend. Anyone wishing to volunteer for a Coffee can call LaVerne Stein at 498-9647. We are in need of someone for January, September and October 2011.
Anyone wishing to volunteer or has questions may call LaVerne Stein at 498-9647.
Anyone wishing to volunteer or has questions may call LaVerne Stein at 498-9647.
Waste Collection
Trash receptacles should be kept in your garage until trash collection day. Remember, yard waste and recycled goods will be collected on Mondays. Household waste will be collected on Tuesdays. And also, if you have boxes containing “popcorn styrofoam” packing material, please secure the shipping container with either twine or tape. Please put trash and recycled items by the curb on the scheduled pick-up day only. Please make a note of these changes.
Lakefront Properties
For all residents whose property backs up to one of our six lakes, LakeMasters, the company that maintains them, has made the following request. “Please have your lawn mowing contractor, or if you cut your own lawn, refrain from directing the lawn clippings into the lakes.” Apparently, this practice increases the amount of algae growth in the waters. This is detrimental to the quality of the lake waters, which in turn, increases the amount of algaecide needed to control the algae growth.
Volunteerism
Again, we want to thank the regular group of neighborhood volunteers who help with weekly cleanups and light maintenance in the common areas of Cedar Creek. The common areas seem to be a dumping ground for residents and outsiders alike, disposing of fast food wrappers, beverage cans, bottles and other items of waste. You will usually see these volunteers picking up debris along US 41 in front of Cedar Creek, along the main thoroughfare and in the Community pool and tennis court areas on Tuesday mornings. If you would like to donate some time on any Tuesday morning to help with this ongoing project, please call either Lloyd Zimmerman at 992-8123 or Glenn at 992-2120. Your help will be greatly appreciated.
Delinquencies
Due to space limitations, we will no longer list delinquent properties in the Newsletter. If you wish to know the status of delinquent properties in Cedar Creek, please send me an e-mail requesting that list.
Ten (10) properties are listed as delinquent for not paying their required assessments, late fees and/or interest, as of October 31, 2010 for the year 2010. These accounts are in the hands of the Association attorney for foreclosure. On the advice of the Association attorney, we will wait until each of these properties sell and collect any outstanding debts via estoppel letters when they go to closing with new owners, or when the banks release them from their indebtedness.
Also, we have just one (1) property that paid their assessment after the January 15th deadline but did not pay the late fees or interest.
The total of account receivables is $23,293.78, including assessments, late fees and interests through October 31, 2010 on these accounts.
In addition to the above, the Association is currently maintaining three (3) properties that have been vacated by the respective owners. These incurred costs total $12,871.24, over and above the total accounts receivable.
To date, 14 Cedar Creek properties have been sold in 2010, with at least three (3) others scheduled to close by year’s end.
Directories
On July 1, 2010, the Florida State Legislature passed SB 1196. It basically requires any resident who wishes to have either their telephone numbers and/or their e-mail address published in the Cedar Creek directories to give the Association explicit permission to publish this information. We can still use your name and address, but you must provide permission by signing up on the Cedar Creek website. Even if you have provided your e-mail address or phone number to us previously, according to the new Statute you must remit your consent via the website form. Please take the time to do so if you want this information included. Upon request, a directory can be transmitted to you electronically after the first of the year. These Directories are for non-commercial use only.
Occasionally, there will be items of importance that will be disseminated from the web site straight to your e-mail box. You may want to check out our web site from time-to-time. That web address is: www.OurCedarCreek.com Check it out and bookmark it.
Neighborhood Watch
Neighborhood Watch volunteers are still needed to complete the monthly schedules. If you are interested, please contact Angela Elmore at: Angelaelmore@verizon.net or by phone at
(239) 206-6650. There are five more dates that need coverage, so, if you can assist one night a month for approximately 30 minutes, your involvement will be greatly appreciated.
Pool, Spa, Bocce and Tennis Court
Please remember, hours for pool, spa, bocce and tennis court usage are from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. For the concern and respect of your neighbors, please abide by these posted times. If you open an umbrella at the pool, please make sure you wind it down before you leave to avoid damage should a windstorm arise. To show consideration of others, and for the cleanliness of the pool area, please refrain from smoking in the pool and spa areas. Don't turn on the air conditioning unless you have a scheduled meeting or party and then please turn it off when you leave. This will save the Association money, which will in turn, save you money.
The Cedar Creek Bocce court is popular with the residents. The game is great fun and easy to play. This is not a game for men only. The ladies who have been playing, love it. For more information feel free to call one of the following: Dan Durante 498-9982; or Bill Schwessinger 992-4539. These numbers also will be posted in the cabana.
Front Gate FAQ
Q: What if my new bar-code does not work?
A: Make sure you keep to the right as you enter. The reader only has a range of about 4-5 feet. If that does not make a difference, please contact Greg Coury at 239-949-3357 Ext 3500
Q: Will my old gate clicker still work in the future?
A: After the transition period, only the bar-codes, prox-cards and the Linear GT-30 units will work.
Q: Will the Prox-cards still work at the tele-entry system after the bar-code distribution is finished?
A: Yes. If yours stops working, contact Greg Coury for assistance. 239-949-3357 ext 3500
Q: Can I use my cell phone for the telephone entry instead of a home phone?
A: Yes, provided it is a local 239 number. The system cannot dial long distance.
Q: What happens if I sell my car?
A: Contact Global Security 239-949-3357 ext 3500 to purchase a new bar-code for $15. At the same time, notify them of which vehicle is being sold so it can be removed from the system.
Q: I need a way to get in the gate when not using my car. How can I get in when driving with a friend?
A: Purchase a prox-card or have your cell phone programmed to the gate so you can let yourself in via cell phone. Only local 239 cell phone numbers will work.
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
& INFORMATION FOR RESIDENTS
Property Manager: Vic Burnett - Compass Group,
3701 North Tamiami Trail, Naples, FL 34103. Office (239) 593-1233; Fax (239) 593-1116.
Website: www.mycompassgroup.com Vic's Email: vburnett@mycompassgroup.com
Gate Tele-Entry Directory:
Global Security, Inc. Contact Owner - Gregory Coury (239)949-3357 x 3500 or email: greg@globalsecurityusa.com
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Bar-code Problems or Prox Cards Purchases:
Global Security, Inc. Contact - Gregory Coury (239)949-3357 ext 3500 greg@globalsecurityusa.com
Cards are $20 each or 2 for $30
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Neighborhood Watch:
Volunteers always welcome. Contact Angela Elmore at (239)206-6650 or at angelaelmore@verizon.net.
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Neighborhood Directories:
Contact Glenn Davis at (239) 992-2120 or GLDavis88@aol.com Printed copies are $.50 each,
emailed versions are free.
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Community Email List:
You can sign up to be included in the community email list by visiting the neighborhood website at
www.OurCedarCreek.com. The link is on the main page.
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Trash Days:
Recycled goods and yard waste are collected on Mondays. Household waste is collected on Tuesdays. Please do not place garbage cans or yard waste at the curb on non-collection days.
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Pool, Spa, Bocce & Tennis:
These facilities are open to residents from 8:00am to 9:00pm. Please
turn off the A/C and lower the umbrellas when not in use. For more Bocce information please call
Dan Durante 498-9982 or Bill Schwessinger at 992-4539
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The Architectural Review Committee:
Any visible changes to your house or grounds requires approval by the Board of Directors. You
can obtain a form online at www.OurCedarCreek.com or by calling Karen DeVoll at (239)948-8831
