Friday January 27, 2023
TO THE POINTE SUSAN LEVINE, HPA PRESIDENT JANUARY 27TH, 2023
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Good Morning Residents, POOLS/SPAS Stop eating at the pools, so as not to attract ANTS. Pest control will be here today to address the problem. MEET AND GREET – THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. CLUBHOUSE RENOVATION – NO TRESPASSING
- Drywall has been installed in the staff office area.
- Drywall installation in the upper-level rooms is complete.
- Main pool awnings are in the process of being dismantled.
- Outside metal railings are being painted.
CAFE RENOVATION
- Bathrooms are almost complete.
- Light Fixtures and Ceiling Fans are being installed.
THE HPA PRESENTS – MUSIC UNDER THE STARS – SINGER ANDREA GAROFALO Saturday, February 4, 2023 – 7pm. Rain date Sunday February 5th. Main Parking Lot – Bring a Chair $10.00 per ticket. Checks made out to HPA. Guest and Friends Welcome. Tickets are available for purchase at ONE STOP SHOPPING from 9:30am to 11:30am. For this event, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Any questions, please contact Mary Rudnick 561-455-4276. ONE STOP SHOPPING You can purchase tickets (checks only) for all HPA Events/Shows/Concerts plus all Clubs and Organizations every Monday and Wednesday from 9:30am to 11:30am under the awing by the tennis courts. TOILET PAPER CAPER – PART TWO He’s at it again. This time it’s an attack on all the Port-a-Potty’s. Every one of them has been “wiped” out of toilet paper. Can’t make this stuff up. LICENSE PLATES In Florida, License Plates are replaced every 10 years. There are over 100 different specialty plates to choose from. An addition fee is added to the purchase and is passed on to the sponsoring organization and various charities depending on the plate. There are nearly two million specialty license plates issued in the State of Florida. ENJOY LIFE! Susan
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Friday January 13, 2023
Good Morning Residents, As you may be aware, two people perished in auto accidents right outside our front entrance. I would like to remind everyone of the importance of following all traffic signals! As we can see running red lights can be FATAL! Please obey Stop Signs and Traffic Signals! HPA BOD MEETING Please join us on Monday January 16, 2023 at 10:00am. POOLS/SPAS Our satellite pools are for the use of ALL owners and residents, regardless of the location of their home. Please remember we are one Huntington Pointe family. We should treat each other with courtesy and respect. WEST POOL
A pump which was originally installed in 2016 needs to be replaced. Mako has ordered the part and we are waiting for delivery. CLUBHOUSE RENOVATIONS – NO TRESPASSING
- The fire line water connection has been completed and inspected.
- The Theater stage lighting is being installed.
- Drywall continues on the upper level.
CAFE RENOVATION
- The new front door has been installed.
- The installation of the wood trim has been completed.
- The painter has finished applying the second coat of paint.
THE HPA EVENTS/ENTERTAINMENT/CONCERT COMMITTEE PRESENTS MUSIC UNDER THE STARS ANDREA GAROFALO
Andrea sings hits of Sinatra, Elvis, Tom Jones and many more. He includes songs from hit Broadway shows including Phantom and Les Mis. He also sings in many different languages. Saturday, February 4, 2023 – 7:00pm. (Rain date Sunday – 7:00pm). Main Parking Lot – Bring a chair. $10.00 per ticket. Checks payable to HPA. Guest and Friends welcome.
Tickets are available to purchase at One Stop Shopping. Monday, Wednesday and for this show on Fridays 9:30am – 11:30am. Any questions, please contact Mary Rudnick 561-455-4276. NEW OWNERS – MEET AND GREET – INVITATION ONLY If you moved into HP from January 1, 2022, until December 31, 2022. Wednesday, February 8, 2023 3pm – 5pm Main Parking Lot Meet your Board, Staff Members and New Neighbors. Please present your invitation at One Stop Shopping to receive your entrance ticket. RSVP NO LATER THAN FEBRUARY 1st. Any questions, please contact Shirley Kafka 561-270-7090. ONE STOP SHOPPING You can purchase tickets (checks only) for all HPA Events/Shows/Concerts plus all Clubs and Organizations every Monday and Wednesday from 9:30am to 11:30am under the awning by the tennis courts. PAVING LADY UPDATE The January 9, 2023, deposition of Paving Lady has been completed. Paving Lady will now have the opportunity to depose a representative of HP who is knowledgeable on the subject matter to speak on our behalf. Enjoy life! Susan
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Friday January 6, 2023
Good Morning Residents,
The Box for your quarterly maintenance payments has been moved to the outside wall of the trailer just before the steps.
The Jewish Journal/Delray Sun boxes have been moved to the covered area in front of the tennis courts.
POOLS/SPAS
The West Pool had another pump failure. We are waiting for Mako to make the repairs. Next week Pool Vendors will be on premises to evaluate all our satellite pools and equipment.
HPA EXPO – SUNDAY – JANUARY 8th – 11am – 1pm.
In the parking lot adjacent to the Tennis Courts.
This event gives everyone a chance to learn about all the clubs, organizations and sign up for all the fun at HP.
CLUBHOUSE RENOVATION – NO TRESPASSING
- The installation of the Indoor Pool windows has been completed.
- Exterior painting of the clubhouse continues.
- The Theatre wall sconces, and speakers have been installed.
- Drywall has begun in the card rooms.
Did you notice the clubhouse front lawn being torn up? The PBC Fire Marshall informed us that we had to move our fire line water connection. It was too far from the fire hydrant. It has to be 100 feet to the closest fire hydrant which is across from the cafe walkway.
CAFE RENOVATIONS
- The tile floors have been installed. Grouting is next.
- We are waiting for the new front door to arrive before the new kitchen equipment is installed.
- Exterior painting of the cafe has begun.
SAVE THE DATES
The HPA Events/Entertainment/Concert Committees Presents
MUSIC UNDER THE STARS
ANDREA GAROFALO
Andrea sings the music of Sinatra, Bublé, Elvis, Tom Jones and many more. He includes songs from hit Broadway shows including Phantom and Les Mis. He also sings in many different languages.
Saturday, February 4, 2023 – 7:00pm
Main Parking Lot – Bring a Chair
$10.00 per ticket. Checks Payable to HPA.
Guest and Friends Welcome.
Tickets go on sale starting Monday January 9th at One Stop Shopping.
Tickets will also be available for purchase on Fridays from 9:30am-11:30am.
Should you have any questions, please contact Mary Rudnick, Steve Gellert, Rhona Pincus or Shirley Kafka.
NEW OWNERS – MEET & GREET
By Invitation Only for those who moved to HP from January 1, 2022 until December 31, 2022.
Wednesday, February 8, 2023, 3pm – 5pm.
Main Parking Lot.
Meet your Board, Staff members, and New Neighbors.
DETAILS TO FOLLOW.
ONE STOP SHOPPING
You can purchase tickets (checks only) for all HPA Events/Shows/Concerts plus all Clubs and Organizations every Monday and Wednesday from 9:30am to 11:30am under the awning by the tennis courts.
PBC SEMIANNUAL WATER FLUSHING
In order to deliver the highest quality water to their customers, Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) requires periodic line flushing and temporary treatment modification. From January 5 through January 26, 2023, this process will take place. You may notice your water has a slight variation in taste or smell during this period. This is only temporary, and the water is safe to drink. Anyone needing additional information can call PBCWUD 561-740-4600 Select option #1.
COVID -19
A new Covid-19 variant known as XBB.1.5 has become the dominant variant in the U.S, causing a rise in new coronavirus cases.
Every household is eligible to order 4 free at home COVID-19 tests from the government. Go to WWW.COVID.GOV or call 1-800-232-0233 to place your order.
ENJOY LIFE!
Susan
Friday December 23, 2022
Good Morning Residents,
POOLS/SPAS
The West Pool Spa has been repaired and ready for your enjoyment.
CLUBHOUSE RENOVATION – NO TRESPASSING
- The new theater seats have been installed.
- Installation of the entry door frames is underway.
- Exterior painting and stucco repairs continue.
- New light fixtures are being installed under the Porte-Cochere.
CAFE RENOVATION
- A base coat primer has been applied to the walls.
- The painting of the ceiling is complete.
HPA BOD 12/19 MEETING – SUMMARY
Larry Zabik our Owners Rep. gave an update on the renovation budget. The board approved a motion to spend UP TO $100,000. for an outdoor dining area to include tables, chairs, umbrellas and pavers. Motion to spend UP TO two million dollars from our original line of credit had to be rewritten to include: The Outdoor Dining, Cost to extend renovation expenses beyond January and Pool Renovations which needed to be included for the bank’s records.
Marvin Chery, our Property Manager, explained the following:
- How the pools GeoThermal equipment works
- How the driveway ponding repair quotes need to be submitted to our construction attorney before work can start, due to the Paving Lady litigation
A new password protected Website was discussed.
PAVING LADY UPDATE
Their deposition will continue on January 9, 2023.
CLUB EXPO – SAVE THE DATE
Sunday, January 8th, 2023 11am -1pm
In the parking lot adjacent to the Tennis Courts. This event gives everyone a chance to learn about all the clubs, organizations and sign up for all the fun at HP.
Should you have any questions contact:
Sharon Cadoff 561-496-3672
Mary Rudnick 561-455-4276
The SOCIAL CLUB had a most successful Sunday Brunch with over 60 people attending. They enjoyed the food and dancing to the music provided by Dean Richards.
On behalf of all the HPA Board of Directors and the Staff of Campbell Management, we wish you all a Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanzaa and a Happy and Healthy New Year.
To The Pointe will return next year.
ENJOY LIFE! Susan
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Friday December 16, 2022
Good Morning Residents, HPA BOD MEETING Please join us on Monday, December 19th, 2022, at 10 am.
Meeting link: https://zoom.us/j/83533376526 Phone: 301.715.8592 Pin: 8353 337 6526 POOLS/SPAS The closing of the East pool on Sunday was due to a cracked cooler pipe inside the heater. Moving forward we will be sending out E Blasts notifying residents of pool closures. Let’s hope they are few and far between. We are still waiting for a replacement part for the West Pool Spa. CLUBHOUSE RENOVATION – NO TRESPASSING
- The painting of the Theater walls and floor are complete.
- The installation of the new seats is due to start on Monday.
- The stucco repairs have been started on the outside walls of the cafe and indoor pool.
- Sub-Contractors will be working this Saturday.
CAFE RENOVATION
- The drywall, tape and spackle have been completed.
- The kitchen floor will be acid washed over the weekend.
- The tile floors are scheduled for installation starting next week.
OUR NEW CLUBHOUSE-THE PARKING LOT
The Snowbirds Plus Club had their first meeting of the season on Tuesday with 150 members enjoying a beautiful morning with entertainment by Leiza Michaels.
The Community Kindness Club had their Kickoff Meeting on Thursday. The club is a group of volunteers with the desire to help HP residents. Many residents attended and signed up to volunteer their time.
CLUB EXPO – SAVE THE DATE
Sunday, January 8th, 2023 11am-1pm In the parking lot adjacent to the Tennis Courts. This event gives everyone a chance to learn about all the clubs, organizations and sign up for all the fun at HP.
Should you have any questions contact: Sharon Cadoff, 561-496-3672 or Mary Rudnick, 561-455-4276.
COVID-19 TESTS Get free at-home COVID-19 test kits from the government. You can order 4 tests per household by going to COVIDTESTS.GOV. Happy Hanukkah! ENJOY LIFE! Susan
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Friday December 9, 2022
Good Morning Residents,
POOLS/SPAS
We are still waiting for parts for the West Pool Spa. We are sorry for the inconvenience. Another supply chain issue.
CLUBHOUSE RENOVATION – NO TRESPASSING
- The installation of the new windows is continuing.
- The painting of the Theater walls is almost complete.
- New LED recessed lights continue to be installed.
CAFE RENOVATION
Progress was slowed due to waiting for the inspections from PBC and the Fire Marshall to be completed. Everything has been approved and our permit was issued. The floors can now be installed, followed by the drywall and then painting. The kitchen equipment is waiting to be delivered and installed.
OUR NEW CLUBHOUSE – THE PARKING LOT
The HPA Events/Entertainment/Concert committee had a successful Saturday night event with 385 residents listening to the sounds of the Happy Daze Band.
Pap had their first outdoor meeting on Monday night with a light dinner and two speakers. One speaker was our own Shirley Kafka who talked about her mentorship program.
ORT’s Tuesday night event was another successful night with approximately 120 residents enjoying Jukebox Bingo. Even rain didn’t stop the residents from yelling BINGO.
It’s so nice to see everyone out and about and enjoying these events!
Please support your clubs and organizations at HP.
RATE INCREASES
Florida Power & Light customers will see another increase in their bills starting January 2023. FPL said the increase is part of a 4-year base rate plan.
If approved the first-class postage stamp will increase from 0.60 to 0.63 per stamp effective January 22, 2023.
ENJOY LIFE!
Susan
Friday December 02, 2022
Good Morning Residents,
HPA ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS – MUSIC UNDER THE STARS
OLDIES-MOTOWN-ROCK N ROLL
HAPPY DAZE BAND
Tomorrow Night December 3rd at 7:30pm. (Rain date Dec. 4th)
Tickets are $10.00ea. Guests are invited.
Clubhouse Main Parking Lot – Please Bring a Chair.
Tickets are on sale today from 9:30am to 11:30am at the canopy in front the tennis courts. Checks payable to HPA.
Tickets will be available to purchase before the show starting at 6pm.
POOLS/SPAS
The East Pool Spa’s compressor needs to be replaced. The West Pool Spa needs a new pump. These parts should be available next week. We have a Geo Thermo Heat Pump System that was set up many years ago. Each Pool/Spa has 5 compressors and 5 coils. We will be looking into a new type of system.
CLUBHOUSE RENOVATIONS-NO TRESPASSING
Sub-contractors will be working this weekend at the clubhouse.
- Theatre-Painting of the walls has begun.
- Exterior painting and stucco repairs continue.
- Locker rooms drywall has begun.
- Gym door frames have been installed.
CAFE RENOVATION
- Kitchen shelving will start to be installed next week.
- Tile flooring is scheduled to start on 12/9.
NO SMOKING/VAPING
There is NO Smoking/Vaping at our outdoor facilities. This includes pools, spas, tennis, pickleball, bocce and shuffleboard courts. If you need to indulge you must be 25 feet away.
CARPORTS
The gutters, lights and underlay will be cleaned again this month. Cars do NOT need to be moved. Power washing will be done May/June 2023.
SPEEDING
El Claire Ranch Road speed limit is 35MPH.
Enjoy Life! Susan
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Friday November 25, 2022
Good Morning Residents,
It’s Black Friday, traditionally one of the biggest holiday shopping days of the year. Shop with caution. Coronavirus and the Flu are very active. Saturday is known as Small Business Saturday to shop small and support your local businesses during the Thanksgiving weekend. Cyber Monday comes three days after Black Friday and online retailers usually offer special promotions, discounts and sales on this day.
HPA MEETING NOTES – November 21st, 2022 Paving Lawsuit Update with Attorney, Andy Wyman. By Sue Loeser. (Click on “button” below for notes from HPA BOD MEETING WITH ATTORNEY ANDY WYMAN).
The HPA Board approved a motion for the HPA to reimburse the $10,500 & $7,000 pressure washing cost to HP1 and HP3 respectively for the driveway cleaning. Any issues with the paint or aesthetic look of the driveway are the responsibility of HP1 & HP3.
The HPA Board approved the amended HPA budget raising legal expenses to 30K, reducing R&M by 10K, and increasing prior year’s surplus by 5K to 180K. That will allocate more funds to the legal expense line to cover paving legal expenses but keep the HPA budget at the same $73 increase per unit, not impacting the phases budgets for 2023.
The HPA Events/Entertainment/Concerts Committee Requests You to Join Us for A Night of Music Under the Stars!
Residents and Guests are invited.
HAPPY DAZE BAND
South Florida’s High-Energy Band playing all the classic hit tunes you know. Motown-Rock & Roll-Oldies.
Saturday, December 3rd at 7:30 pm. (Rain date Sunday, Dec. 4th)
Main Parking Lot – Bring a chair.
$10.00 per ticket. Checks payable to HPA. Purchase at One Stop Shopping.
Should you have any questions, please contact Mary Rudnick, Steve Gellert, Rhona Pincus, or Shirley Kafka.
Please return your ticket for a new updated ticket. Thank You.
ONE STOP SHOPPING
You can purchase tickets (Checks Only) for all HPA Events/Shows/Concerts plus all Clubs and Organizations every Monday and Wednesday from 9:30 am to 11:30 am under the awning by the tennis courts.
Happy Daze Band Tickets will be sold on Friday, December 2nd from 9:30am to 11:30am.
CLUBHOUSE RENOVATION – NO TRESPASSING
- Lobby and Atrium Ceiling lights are being installed.
- Theater Drywall tape and spackle complete.
- Old Movie Screen has been removed.
- Windows continue to be installed.
Work at the clubhouse will continue this Saturday and Sunday.
CAFE RENOVATION
- Framing around all the new windows has begun.
- Door frames have been installed.
- Hostess desk framing is complete.
PROPERTY TAX REMINDER
To receive a 4% discount on your Property Tax your payment must be made by November 30th, 2022.
ENJOY LIFE! Susan
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Friday November 18, 2022
Good Morning Residents,
HPA BOD MEETING Please join us on Monday, November 21, 2022, at 10 am.
- Paving lawsuit updates with Attorney, Andy Wyman
- Walkway/Drainage discussion
- ATM discussion
- Driveway cleaning
- HPA 2023 Budget amendment
HPA HOLIDAY DECORATION RULES – CLICK HERE.
HPA MEETING NOTES – November 11, 2022 – CLICK HERE. By Sue Loeser.
CLUBHOUSE RENOVATION- NO TRESPASSING
- Theater drywall has been installed. Tape and spackle of walls will begin today.
- Gym & Locker rooms – Gypcrete was installed to level the floors.
- Framing of Sauna and Steam rooms have begun.
- Indoor pool windows continue to be installed.
- Painting of the exterior walls have begun.
CAFE RENOVATION
- All the new windows have been installed.
- Floor tile installation is scheduled to start 11/28/22.
THE HPA EVENT/ENTERTAINMENT/CONCERTS COMMITTEE REQUESTS YOU JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF MUSIC UNDER THE STARS
Residents and Guests are invited.
HAPPY DAZE BAND.
South Florida’s HIGH-Energy Band playing all the classic hit tunes you know. Motown-Rock & Roll-Oldies.
Saturday, December 3rd at 7:30 pm. (Rain date Sunday, Dec. 4th)
Main Parking Lot – Bring a chair.
$10.00 per ticket. Checks payable to HPA. Purchase at One Stop Shopping.
Should you have any questions, please contact Mary Rudnick, Steve Gellert, Rhona Pincus, or Shirley Kafka.
If you purchased a ticket for the Happy Daze Band show last week at One Stop Shopping, please return your ticket for a new updated ticket. Thank You.
ONE STOP SHOPPING
You can purchase tickets (Checks Only) for all HPA Events/Shows/Concerts plus all Clubs and Organizations every Monday and Wednesday from 9:30 am to 11:30 am under the awning by the tennis courts.
On behalf of all the HPA Board of Directors, we wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving.
ENJOY LIFE! Susan
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Friday November 11, 2022
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On this Veterans Day, we say Thank You to the Men and Women for serving our country and protecting our freedom.
POOLS/SPAS The pool furniture will be back in place today. The heaters for the West pool and spa need to be adjusted due to a power surge during the storm
HPA SPECIAL MEETING TODAY AT 3 pm. https://www.huntingtonpointe.net/live/
CLUBHOUSE RENOVATION-NO TRESPASSING Waiting for the final PBC inspection in several areas before drywall installation can begin. New Projector Screen was installed in our theater. The equipment for our New Elevator has been delivered.
CAFE RENOVATION Window installation has begun.
THE HPA EVENT/ENTERTAINMENT/CONCERTS COMMITTEE REQUESTS YOU JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF MUSIC UNDER THE STARS
Residents and Guests are invited.
HAPPY DAZE BAND.
South Florida’s HIGH-Energy Band playing all the classic hit tunes you know. Motown-Rock & Roll-Oldies.
Saturday, December 3rd at 7:30 pm. (Rain date Sunday, Dec. 4th)
Main Parking Lot – Bring a chair.
$10.00 per ticket. Checks payable to HPA. Purchase at One Stop Shopping.
Should you have any questions, please contact Mary Rudnick, Steve Gellert, Rhona Pincus, or Shirley Kafka.
ONE STOP SHOPPING OPENING MONDAY 11/14/22 at 9:30 am.
You can purchase tickets (Checks Only) for all HPA Events/Shows/Concerts plus all Clubs and Organizations every Monday and Wednesday from 9:30 am to 11:30 am under the awning by the tennis courts.
ENJOY LIFE! Susan
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Friday November 4, 2022
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POOLS SPAS New screening will soon be installed at all the satellite pools to block the view of the mechanical pool equipment.
WATER AEROBICS We are reminding residents as per PBC Code the maximum number of individuals allowed in our satellite pools is 40 individuals.
CLUBHOUSE RENOVATION-NO TRESPASSING Remaining old indoor pool windows are being removed. Knee walls continue to be installed. Gym and locker room floors will start to be leveled next week.
The color selection for the exterior walls of the Clubhouse and Cafe have been selected by our Architect and Interior Designer with input from the Steering Group. The color is Sherman Williams Pediment with White Trim. A sample of the color can be seen on the side wall of the dumpster near the cafe sidewalk.
CAFE RENOVATION The windows have arrived and installation will begin on Monday.
EASTERN STANDARD TIME Daylight Savings Time comes to an end at 2am Sunday November 6th. Remember to turn your clocks BACK one hour before you go to bed.
ELECTION DAY Tuesday, November 8th, 2022. Polls open 7am-7pm. Bring your photo ID. HP Voters are assigned this precinct #8883 and this election polling location: Coco Wood Clubhouse/El Clair Ranch Rd. & Atlantic Ave.
COMING SOON ONE STOP SHOPPING You can purchase tickets for HPA Events/Shows/Concerts plus all Clubs and Organization events. Opening day is Monday, November 14th, 2022 and will continue every Monday and Wednesday from 9:30am to 11:30am under the awning by the tennis courts.
HPA SPECIAL MEETING – 11/3/2022 See below Minutes taken by Sue Loeser.
HPA BOD MEETING – MONDAY NOVEMBER 21st, 2022 at 10am.
ENJOY LIFE! Susan
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Friday October 28, 2022
Good Morning Residents,
POOLS/SPAS
Last week water started leaking out of the West pool spa. This was caused by an opening in one of the valves. The problem was resolved on Monday. The East pool spa’s thermostat was malfunctioning and caused the water to be extremely hot. We’re waiting for a new thermostat.
CLUBHOUSE RENOVATIONS – NO TRESPASSING
- The ceiling tracks are being installed in the ballroom for the movable partition wall.
- The roof A/C curbs have been delivered and are being strapped onto the roof. The new A/C units attach to these curbs to prevent the units from moving.
- The knee walls have been completed in the back and side of the indoor pool.
CAFE RENOVATION
- Some of the old windows have been removed.
- Knee walls have started to be installed.
- The Small Wares and new Equipment have been ordered.
BOCCE
The additional Bocce Balls have now been relocated for your convenience, from the shuffleboard closet to a box at the Bocce court.
HPA MEETING/ OCTOBER 25, 2022
The Board approved a motion to adopt Draft E of the 2023 HPA budget with an increase of $73. Click on “button” below to view 2023 HPA Budget.
The Board approved a motion to utilize additional funds up to $2Million available to us from our South State Banks line of credit. Any money used will be paid back to the bank from our Community Contribution Fund and our Reserves over a ten-year period.
The Board approved a motion to utilize up to $450,000 from the line of credit to build the Maintenance Building to replace the two sheds as required by Palm Beach County.
SPECIAL HPA MEETING
Please join us on Thursday November 3rd, 2022 at 10am. The Board will discuss Structures being erected on driveways and Holiday Decorations. Our Attorney Dan Wasserstein will be present.
EARLY VOTING
7am – 7pm, through November 6, 2022 Hagen Ranch Public Library or South County Civic Center.
PROPERTY TAX
The 2022 tax season is upon us. Tax bills will arrive after November 1st. Paying your property tax by November 30th will give you a 4% discount. If you have any questions, you can contact the tax office at 561-355-2264.
ENJOY LIFE! Susan
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Friday October 21, 2022
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Good Morning Residents,
CLUBHOUSE RENOVATION
We have encountered our first major delay for the opening of our Clubhouse. At our HPA meeting on October 19th Dutch Bliss and Larry Zabik explained that the clubhouse may not open until late April 2023 and the main pool deck not until May 2023. The delay is in the delivery of the Siemens electric panels, panel boards, breakers, switch gears and several other key components. These panels cannot be bought off the shelf and are being manufactured to meet our electrical needs. Dutch and Larry are trying their best to move up our opening date.
MAINTENANCE BUILDING
Dutch Bliss and Larry Zabik discussed the maintenance building which we must erect. One of our two maintenance sheds we have was placed over an easement. Neither has a permit. Both sheds must be removed. Once Slattery creates the drawings and we receive the permit construction should be 60-90 days. The building will match our clubhouse. A pre-fab building was discussed but many board members saw the value in having a cement building to match our clubhouse. The cost of construction has increased by 20% from last year. Concrete has gone up from $100 to $140 per yard. Electrical components have increased by 20%.
HPA MEETING
The board indicated that there will be no further assessment to our residents to pay for the Maintenance Building and whatever other projects the board decides to do now. We can borrow money at 3.7%. We have ten years to pay back whatever money we borrow from the bank. We can only draw until the end of June. We also have reserve money we can use as well as the Community Contribution fund which currently collects $2500 from every new resident. We can use from both to repay the ten-year loan.
The board approved a motion to Crown Prune and reduce approximately 700 hardwood trees that are adjacent to the buildings and villas for the sum of $73,500 plus dump fees. The pruning allows the wind to blow through the tops of the trees during a hurricane. The pruning will be done during our dry season in January/February. This will take 5 to 6 weeks to complete.
The board approved a motion to raise the cost of barcodes from $5.00 to $10.00 effective January 1, 2023. Any damaged barcodes will be replaced free of charge.
HPA BUDGET/REGULAR MEETING
Please join us on Tuesday October 25th, 2022 at 10am for two consecutive meetings. First, we will have our annual budget meeting and then a regular meeting.
https://www.huntingtonpointe.net/live/
POOLS/SPAS
Once again, a visitor at the North Pool sprayed himself with sunscreen and as it was dripping off his arms and legs, he immediately entered the pool not giving the product a chance to dry. We ask that everyone using the pools and spas rinse off before entering. The sunscreen clog’s up the filters and filter replacement is becoming very costly to the community.
BOCCE
We now have an additional set of Bocce balls available to residents who wish to play off hours. The balls are stored in the shuffleboard equipment closet.
MID-TERM ELECTIONS
Early Voting starts October 24th through November 6th, 2022. The polls are open from 7am to 7pm. You can vote early at the Hagen Ranch Public Library or the South County Civic Center. Bring your Photo I.D.
NOTE: There will be sub-contractors at the clubhouse Sunday working on the elevators.
ENJOY LIFE! Susan
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FLU SHOTS
💉💉💉ARM YOURSELF WITH THE SENIOR FLU SHOT💉💉💉
SAVE THE DATE
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29th, 2022
9am – 12pm
Shots will be given under the covering by the Tennis Courts.