Bellalago Beacon | Nov/Dec 2022

Budget Increase & Fine Process

Written by YESENIA VÉLEZ, LCAM, DIRECTOR OF CAM OPERATIONS – CENTRAL FLORIDA

The proposed 2023 budget was presented to the board for adoption on October 27th at 6pm with an increase of $17 for the single-family homes. The monthly HOA fees are as follows:

» Bellalago & Isles of Bellalago Community Association - Single Family Homes: $172

» Bellalago & Isles of Bellalago Community Association –Townhomes: $290

A FEW THINGS TO REMEMBER

» Please contact your financial institution if you are enrolled in autopay to make the changes that reflect the current monthly fee to avoid late fees and charges.

» Remember that the due date for payments is the 10th of each month; therefore, please send payment in advance to allow the United States Postal Service to deliver your payment on time.

» Ensure you are sending two separate checks. One for the HOA fees and another for the Club fees. Failure to do so will result in having a credit on one account and a past due balance on the other.

» If you have an outstanding balance on your account, you must make the payment for the difference. Autopay will not cover past due assessments and the amount paid will cover the past due first before applying to the current balance.

FINES

In this edition of the Bellalago Beacon, we would like to clarify the fine process in place. It appears that many members/residents and property management agencies are dismissing the hearing and fining notices. If you receive a notice of infraction, whether it’s a friendly, first or second, please contact the Community Standards Team to inquire about the alleged infraction, seek an extension to clear the violation or discuss any inquiries. DO NOT IGNORE THE LETTER. Many residents have the misconception that because they “never received the notice” or “I don’t live at the property,” we will not proceed with the fining process or will simply waive the fine.

Therefore, when they see that a fine is placed on their ledger, we are contacted by the owner or representing party disputing or requesting a waiver of said fine. You will find the process for our current Covenant

Enforcement and Fine Policy below, which can also be found on the community website, BellalagoHOA.com

Remember that the goal for the Covenant Enforcement Policy is to achieve compliance, not make the association rich. Therefore, it is imperative that you understand the community documents to avoid these bothersome notices.

POLICY

1. Upon inspection of the property, if a violation is apparent, the Association, or its agent shall provide the owner(s) a First Notice of Violation Letter to the homeowner who violates these restrictions upon a first offense. The Association shall provide said owner(s) fourteen (14) days to bring the property into compliance.

a. Each notice shall contain a clear description of the underlying violation and shall provide information to the owner(s). Separate notices shall be provided for each violation(s).

b. All notices are to be sent by regular, First Class mail to the owner(s) to the address provided within the Association’s records.

2. If the violation has not been cured within the time provided after the initial notice, as described above, the Association shall send a letter who violates these restrictions a second time within ninety (90) days of the first offense, notifying the homeowner that the Board has levied a $100 fine at a duly noted meeting. The letter will also provide at least fourteen (14) days’ notice of the violation committee meeting where the fine will be approved or denied after the owner has had the opportunity to dispute the fine.

a. If the Board approves the fine and determines a violation was evident or exists, the Violation Committee shall impose a fine of $100 per day up to $1,000, to being the following day when the board approved the fine.

b. The Association, its agent, will inspect the property for 10 consecutive days and take photos as evidence for the Violation Committee.

3. The Association shall send to the owner(s) who violates the restrictions within ninety (90) days of the first violation committee meeting with notice, that the Board has levied a $100 fine for each occurrence (up to maximum of $1,000), within ninety (90) days following the first Violation Committee meeting. The letter will also provide at least fourteen (14) days’ notice of a second Violation Committee where the fine(s) will be approved or denied after the owner has had the opportunity to dispute the fine.

4. A hearing shall be held by the Violation Committee, as comprised in Section 27.4.2 of the Amended and Restated Declaration.

a. The Violation Committee shall permit the owner(s) to speak and present evidence concerning the violation, if in attendance.

b. After reviewing the testimony, if any, and all evidence,

the Violation Committee shall determine if a violation was evident on the subject property, by a majority vote of the committee members. Committee members shall simply vote yes or no and cannot grant an extension to cure a violation. No appeal of the Violation Committee decision is permitted, as neither the Amended and Restated Declaration nor Section 720.306, Florida Statutes, require such appeals process.

c. If the Violation Committee determines a violation was evident or exists, the Violation Committee shall impose a fine of $100 per day, to being the following day when the board approved the fine as stated above.

d. Non-attendance by the owner(s) shall not prevent the Violation Committee from reviewing the evidence and rendering a decision concerning the violation and possible fine.

5. After the Violation Committee has approved the fine, the member has five (5) days to pay off the fine(s).

6. Should any fine reach $1,000, the Association shall have the right to record a lien against the property to secure payment.

7. The Association shall have the right to seek legal action of any fine imposed, whatever the amount, through any permitted collection activity as provided for by Florida Law. The owner(s) shall be liable for any collection costs incurred by the Association.

VÉLEZ

Compliance Violation Report

PHONE NUMBERS

Evergreen Customer Service 877-221-6919

BELLALAGO

407-933-3010 407-846-3014

ISLES OF BELLALAGO

407-343-9175 407-846-1873

ADMIN CONTACTS

Director of CAM Operations Yesenia Vélez YVelez@ Evergreen-LM.com

HOA

Brown 863-777-9188 ScottBrown@ Evergreen-LM.com

Facilities Club Manager Doug Dingee DDingee@ Evergreen-LM.com

AMallinder@ Evergreen-LM.com

Lifestyle Director Kaylee Febles KFebles@ Evergreen-LM.com

Compliance Manager Jose Chaparro JChaparro@ Evergreen-LM.com

Membership 407-343-9175 BellalagoLeases@ Evergreen-LM.com

HOA Account Issues & Irrigation Work Orders Customer Care

877-221-6919 CustomerService@ Evergreen-LM.com

HOURS OF OPERATION

Below you will find a report for Bellalago and Isles of Bellalago that details the violations that have been issued between August 6th and October 10th, which total 1,785. Anyone can contact us directly to address any concerns they may have.

Board Meeting Notice 76

Alteration Without Prior Approval 1

Damage to Sidewalk 12

Exterior Cleaning/Maintenance 18 Garbage Receptacle/Waste 6 Install Prohibited 1 Installed Required Approval 1 Landscaping 20 Lighting 1 Paint 1

Paint House Requirement 1 Parking/Vehicles 5 Play Equipment 2 Wash Tile Roof 7

First Notice of Violation 198

Alteration Without Prior Approval 5 Damage to Sidewalk 14 Exterior Cleaning/Maintenance 34 Exterior Decoration(s) 1 Failure to Comply with Club Rules 1 Garbage Receptacle/Waste 14 Install Prohibited 3 Items Left Out 4 Landscaping 67 Landscaping Self Help 12 Leasing/Occupancy 1 Mailbox 2 Paint 2

Paint House Requirement 3 Parking/Vehicles 21 Pets/Animals 1 Play Equipment 1 Wash Tile Roof 12

Friendly Reminder 480

Alteration Without Prior Approval 6 Damage to Sidewalk 16 Exterior Cleaning/Maintenance 75 Garbage Receptacle/Waste 51 Install Prohibited 4

Irrigation Maintenance/Repair 1 Items Left Out 21 Landscaping 121 Landscaping Self Help 1 Leasing/Occupancy 2 Lighting 2 Mailbox 2 Other 1 Paint 5

HOURS*

BELLALAGO RECREATION CENTER*

Hours Vary Daily

*Please refer to the Weekly Lifestyle Newsletter for Recreation Center hours, as they are subject to change.

Paint House Requirement 7 Parking/Vehicles 95 Pets/Animals 1 Play Equipment 3 Sign(s) 7 Wash Tile Roof 59

Hearing Notice 12

Damage to Sidewalk 2

Exterior Cleaning/Maintenance 5 Flag(s) 1 Items Left Out 1 Parking/Vehicles 1 Wash Tile Roof 2

Notice of Fine Due 26 Damage to Sidewalk 1

Exterior Cleaning/Maintenance 6 Installed Required Approval 2 Landscaping 11 Mailbox 1 Paint 1 Paint House Requirement 1 Wash Tile Roof 3

On Hold Extension Requested 137 Alteration Without Prior Approval 5 Damage to Sidewalk 18 Exterior Cleaning/Maintenance 24 Garbage Receptacle/Waste 1 Install Prohibited 8 Installed Required Approval 3 Items Left Out 1 Landscaping 37 Other 1 Paint 3 Paint House Requirement 7 Parking/Vehicles 3 Sign(s) 2 Wash Tile Roof 24

Resolved 719 Alteration Without Prior Approval 2 Damage to Sidewalk 34 Exterior Cleaning/Maintenance 187 Exterior Decoration(s) 3 Garbage Receptacle/Waste 99 Hurricane Shutters 1 Install Prohibited 7 Installed Required Approval 5 Items Left Out 48 Landscaping 229 Landscaping Self Help 10 Leasing/Occupancy 3 Mailbox 4 Nuisance 1 Paint 4 Paint House Requirement 5 Parking/Vehicles 35 Play Equipment 6 Sign(s) 6

Unauthorized Home Business 1 Wash Tile Roof 29

Void 137 Clean Shingle Roof 3 Damage to Sidewalk 2 Exterior Cleaning/Maintenance 21 Exterior Decoration(s) 1 Failure to Comply with Club Rules 2 Garbage Receptacle/Waste 13 Install Prohibited 2 Irrigation Maintenance/Repair 8 Items Left Out 7 Landscaping 28 Leasing/Occupancy 2 Nuisance 6 Paint House Requirement 4 Parking/Vehicles 34 Pets/Animals 1 Play Equipment 2 Unauthorized Home Business 1

1,785

Giving Thanks for the Gift of Life

Written by DOUG DINGEE, FACILITIES CLUB MANAGER

When we were cleaning up debris from Hurricane Ian, it came to my mind how much we have to give and how little it costs. We have friends and families that probably lost power and others that lost everything they owned. We have counties that are still under water and those that look like nothing ever happened.

It is then, when we realize how fortunate we are to have one thing, LIFE. As the month of November approaches, let’s take a moment and think of how lucky we are to be where we are, be part of a family and of course, give thanks for the things we have. Let’s remember that there are things that we can always replace, but life and love are two things that we cannot replace. The Maintenance Department is

committed to continuously working on cleaning up areas where our residents created wonderful memories. We only ask you to be cautious and don’t risk yourselves to those areas that are flooded or still have some debris. We are a strong community, and we will bring Bellalago and Isles of Bellalago to its standards as we know. Let’s give THANKS for the gift of LIFE.

DINGEE

‘Tis the Season

Written by KENNETH “CHEF MICK” MACDONALD, FLIP FLOPS BAR & GRILLE CHEF

Happy Thanksgiving my fellow Flip Floppers. ‘Tis the season! I thought a little history of this day of giving and family would be a nice addition to the Bellalago Beacon Thanksgiving, which occurs on the fourth Thursday in November, is based on the colonial Pilgrims' 1621 harvest meal. The holiday continues to be a day for Americans to gather for a day of feasting, football, and family. For many Americans, the Thanksgiving meal includes seasonal dishes such as roast turkey with stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie. The holiday feast dates back to November 1621, when the newly arrived Pilgrims and the Wampanoag Native American (indigenous) people gathered at

Plymouth for an autumn harvest celebration, an event regarded as America’s “First Thanksgiving.” Culinary historians believe that much of the Thanksgiving meal consisted of seafood, which is often absent from today’s menus. Mussels were abundant in New England and could be easily harvested because they clung to rocks along the shoreline. The colonists occasionally served mussels with curds, a dairy product with a similar consistency to cottage cheese. Lobster, bass, clams, and oysters might also have been part of the feast.

This is a twist on the traditional offerings on Thanksgiving Day. My easy seafood stew is packed with wholesome ingredients like

vegetables, stock, and seafood. It is quick to cook, but tastes like it’s been simmering all day! So, here is a traditional seafood stew that might have been served the very first Thanksgiving the Pilgrims and Wampanoag people broke bread.

INGREDIENTS

» 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

» 1 large shallot, thinly sliced

» 2 large garlic cloves, minced

» 1/2 cup dry white wine

» 1 1/2 cups seafood stock (can also use chicken stock or lowsodium broth)

» 1 cup bottled clam juice

» 1 cup drained, diced tomatoes (from a 15-ounce can)

» 2 thyme sprigs

» 1 bay leaf

» 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce, plus more for serving

» Salt and freshly ground pepper

» 2 dozen littleneck clams, scrubbed

» 3/4 pound skinless snapper fillets, cut into 2-inch pieces

» 1/2 pound shelled and deveined medium shrimp

» 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

» 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley

» Sourdough toast, for serving

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil.

2. Add the shallot and garlic and cook over high heat, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes.

3. Add the wine and boil until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.

4. Add the stock, clam juice, tomatoes, thyme, bay leaf, hot sauce and season with salt and pepper.

5. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until slightly reduced, about 10 minutes.

6. Add the clams, cover, and cook just until most of them open, about 5 minutes.

7. Add the snapper and shrimp, cover and simmer until they are cooked through, and the remaining clams have opened, 2-3 minutes.

8. Add a small handful of finely chopped parsley and simmer for 2-3 minutes. The heat of the pot and broth will continue to cook the seafood after the heat’s been turned off so don’t cook it for too long.

9. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the seafood to four bowls. Add the butter and parsley and cook over high to bring the soup to a boil.

10. Cook on moderate heat for 1 minute, swirling the pan. Spoon the broth over the seafood and serve with sourdough toast.

There we go! A not so traditional, traditional Thanksgiving Day meal. I hope your day is filled with love, joy, and laughter. May the new year bring health and happiness. See you in the next issue.

Visit us at Flip Flops!

Written by KISHANE WEDDERBURN, ASSISTANT FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER

As we enter Turkey season here at Flip Flops, we would like to let you know that we are thankful for each and every one of you that walks through our doors, and we have the privilege of offering impeccable food and service. This time of the year is the time for family and togetherness, and here at Flip Flops, you are our family, and we know when family visits we offer them this best.

So, this year our very skilled mixologists will be putting together the best and most creative holiday cocktails that will have you feeling warm and cozy inside. A few of these cocktails will include apple cider mimosas and our Irish Coffee with a Flip Flops twist,

only to name a couple. We will have these added to our list each week for your enjoyment.

We look forward to spending the season with you and your family!

Contractors: Take Caution Before You Sign on the Dotted Line

Written by SCOTT BROWN, HOA MANAGER

Entering into a financial arrangement for services with a contractor should never be undertaken lightly. Take your time to research the companies available in the field that you are needing services for. Check with the Better Business Bureau to make sure that they do not have a long list of unhappy clients. Also check with the state to make sure that they have a valid contractor’s license. Online reviews are an excellent source of firsthand information, but should never be the only source, because reviews can be faked to make it look like a business has more glowing reviews than they actually do, or to try to downplay the bad reviews that they may have received. Everyone wants a top-quality job at the lowest possible price. Finding the best mix of quality, experience and affordability can be a daunting task.

First impressions can often tell you a lot about a company. A company with clean, well-maintained vehicles and equipment shows that it takes pride in its appearance and wants to make that good first impression. How they maintain their equipment is generally a good indicator of how they will take care of your property as well.

Always get a minimum of three bids for any job. Getting just two bids will give you only a high and a low bid. Getting that third bid will show you how far off one of those bids is from the true cost of the job. An excessively high bid is not going to be most people’s first choice, but a very low-ball bid should be looked at with equal caution. Often, an excessively low bid will indicate the contractor’s inexperience with this type of job and may mean that they cannot finish the job for the price that they promise to. Don’t be pressured by offers of special discounts or limited time offers for signing a contract quickly. Quality contractors will generally not offer large discounts from their regular pricing.

Beware of large down payments. In general, contractors doing work in a particular industry have lines of credit for materials that allow them 30-day terms for payment. Asking for more than the customary 20% down payment should raise questions for you. If they want more than 20% before ever even starting a job, ask them why and what it is paying for. Never pay full price for a job in advance. While you may feel like you are “locking in a great price,” more than likely you are setting yourself up for a financial loss. Reputable contractors do not request large down payments, and they do not insist on being paid in cash. Cash-only jobs should also be a big red flag that the contractor may not be operating a legitimate business, and not have the required licenses and insurance.

Take the time to research and evaluate multiple contractors for your project. Evaluating their experience, their proposal, and their reviews from past customers is worth the time it takes. Time spent in advance of signing a contract can mean dollars saved should you choose hastily. If you have a project that will cost a significant amount of money, engaging an attorney to evaluate the contract is never a bad idea. Don’t be afraid to ask questions of the contractors about their experience and even ask about referrals from past customers. Quality work is something that reputable contractors want to show off and they should be happy to provide references.

November & December Events

For more details on upcoming events, visit BellalagoHOA.com or email Kaylee Febles, Lifestyle Director, at KFebles@Evergreen-LM.com. Events and details subject to change.

FALL CHARCUTERIE CLASS

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4 » 7PM-8PM

BELLALAGO RECREATION CENTER

Fall in love with this Charcuterie class! With step-by-step instruction, learn how to build the perfect fall board through a variety of meats, cheeses, fruits, and other accompaniments. A grazing board will be available for snacking during the class. The cost is $15 per person.

KIDS FALL PAINT PARTY

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5 » 2PM-3PM

BELLALAGO RECREATION CENTER

Let the kids enjoy a paint party with step-by-step instruction to create a beautiful pumpkin masterpiece!

VETERANS DAY LUNCHEON

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11 » 12PM

BELLALAGO RECREATION CENTER

FALL FARMER’S MARKET

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 » 10AM-2PM

BELLALAGO RECREATION CENTER PARKING LOT

LUNCH & LEARN: FALL PREVENTION

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16 » 12PM-1PM

BELLALAGO RECREATION CENTER

SELF-CARE SATURDAY

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19 » 10AM-11AM

BELLALAGO RECREATION CENTER

Enjoy an anti-aging skin care beauty experience sponsored by Mary Kay Cosmetics. Samples and light refreshments will be provided.

ONSPOT DERMATOLOGY

SATURDAYS, NOVEMBER 19 & DECEMBER 17 » 8AM-5PM

BELLALAGO RECREATION CENTER PARKING LOT

WINTER WONDERLAND

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4 » 4PM-7PM

BELLALAGO BOAT DOCK AREA

Get festive and enjoy rides, music, treats, and fun!

HOLIDAY GALA

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10 » 7PM-10PM

ISLES OF BELLALAGO POOL DECK

Immerse yourself in a Starry Night of holiday wonder! Enjoy a dinner buffet, cash bar, music, and fun! The cost is $25 per person. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, November 1st at 10am.

HOLIDAY MOVIE NIGHT

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16 » 7PM-8:30PM

BELLALAGO BOAT DOCK AREA

ONEBLOOD BLOOD DRIVE

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17TH » 10AM-3PM

BELLALAGO RECREATION CENTER PARKING LOT

KIDS COOKIE DECORATING CLASS

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 18 » 2PM-3PM

BELLALAGO RECREATION CENTER

Create holiday inspired cookies with this cookie decorating class! Eat them during class or take them home to share! The cost is $5 per child.

Flip Flops Bar & Grille Events

LIVE MUSIC FRIDAYS

FRIDAYS, NOVEMBER 11 & DECEMBER 9 » 6PM-9PM

TRIVIA THURSDAYS

THURSDAYS, NOVEMBER 17 & DECEMBER 15 » 7PM-9PM

KARAOKE

FRIDAYS, NOVEMBER 18 & DECEMBER 30 » 6PM-9PM

Fitness Class Schedule

Current Class Schedules are Posted in the Amenity Centers and on the BellalagoHOA.com Calendar. Please see weekly Lifestyle Newsletter or Online Calendar for the most up-to-date Fitness Class Schedule.

AQUA FITNESS

Classes will end once winter starts and resume when the weather is warmer. Please see the Weekly Newsletter for updates and exact dates.

AQUA ZUMBA

SATURDAY » 8AM » BELLALAGO POOL

FIT KIDS

SATURDAY » 10AM & 11AM » ISLES OF BELLALAGO

Join Instructor Nikki for a fun-filled Fit Kids class at 10am for ages 6-8, and 11am for ages 9-12. Parental supervision required.

GENTLE FLOW YOGA

SUNDAY » 11AM » ISLES OF BELLALAGO

This class incorporates simple flowing sequences to warm up the body, as well as slower paced movements focusing on alignment.

HATHA YOGA

THURSDAY » 9AM » ISLES OF BELLALAGO

This class is designed to help improve strength, flexibility, balance and bring peace to both the body and mind.

KICKBOX CARDIO

FRIDAY » 10AM » ISLES OF BELLALAGO

This is a group fitness class that includes fast-paced cardio. This highenergy workout challenges the beginner and elite athlete alike to build stamina, improve coordination and flexibility.

KIDS FITNESS GAMES

SATURDAY » 12PM » ISLES OF BELLALAGO

Join Instructor Nikki for a fun-filled class for ages 8+. Parental supervision required.

LEGS, GLUTES & ABS TONING

MONDAY AT 8PM » FRIDAY AT 9AM » ISLES OF BELLALAGO

MIXXED FIT

WEDNESDAY » 7:30PM » ISLES OF BELLALAGO

MixxedFit® is a people-inspired dance fitness program that is a mix of explosive dancing and boot camp toning. The class is high energy and fun, with choreography that is easy to follow. You don’t have to be a dancer to love this class and get a great workout!

PILATES

WEDNESDAY » 6:30PM » ISLES OF BELLALAGO

Pilates concentrates on strengthening the body through posture, balance and flexibility with an emphasis on core strength.

SEATED YOGA

WEDNESDAY » 12PM » ISLES OF BELLALAGO

This class allows participants with limited mobility to use a chair for seated postures or standing postures to help increase mobility.

STRONG NATION

THURSDAY » 6PM » ISLES OF BELLALAGO

STRONG NationTM is a High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) class that moves to the music designed with short, intense bursts of work followed by a short recovery period to help burn maximum calories in a minimal amount of time. STRONG Nation classes incorporate body weight strength building moves, plyometrics and cardio for a complete workout that is synced to the music.

STRENGTH & SCULPT

TUESDAY » 6PM » ISLES OF BELLALAGO

TEEN FIT

TUESDAY » 7PM » ISLES OF BELLALAGO

Join Instructor Nikki for a fun-filled Teen Fitness class for ages 13-17. Parental supervision or consent required with ID.

TOTAL TONING

TUESDAY & THURSDAY » 10AM » ISLES OF BELLALAGO

A full body workout that combines sculpting exercises and strength training, designed to tone and strengthen all areas of the body.

TRX & WEIGHTS

MONDAY AT 10AM » THURSDAY AT 7PM » ISLES OF BELLALAGO

TRX is a form of suspension training that uses body weight exercises to develop strength, balance, flexibility and core stability simultaneously.

VINYASA FLOW YOGA

MONDAY » 7PM » ISLES OF BELLALAGO

Vinyasa Flow Yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath.

YOGA

MONDAY » 11AM » ISLES OF BELLALAGO

A class that has a gentle way to improve your posture, balance, and coordination, which includes mediation and relaxation.

WAKE UP ZUMBA®

MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY » 9AM

THURSDAY & FRIDAY » 8AM » ISLES OF BELLALAGO

This class incorporates Latin and international music and dance, while offering a balanced blend of cardio and muscle toning benefits.

I Love You to the Moon: Mom & Me Date Night

Top 5 Violations

Written by ARMANDO VELEZ, BELLALAGO COMPLIANCE

As mentioned in a previous article, if a violation is apparent, a notification is sent to the parcel owner(s). Please visit your portal to ensure your contact information/mailing address is current, and if this information needs an update, please contact Customer Care at 877-221-6919. In many cases a Friendly Reminder letter is sent to the parcel owner(s) to bring the violation to their attention.

If the violation is not resolved, a First Notice letter is sent providing 14 days to bring the property into compliance. If the violation has not been cured within the time provided in the First Notice, then a Board Meeting Notice is sent to the owner(s) that the violation will be presented to the Board of Directors, where the Board will vote to impose a fine against the owner(s) in the amount of $100 per day up to $1,000. If the Board votes to impose a fine, then a Hearing Notice is sent to the owner(s) with the date, time, and location of a hearing, where the Violations Committee shall permit the owner(s) to speak and present evidence concerning the violation. The role of the Violations Committee is limited to determining whether to confirm or reject the fine levied by the Board. It cannot grant an extension of time to cure nor consider an appeal of a previously imposed fine. Please note that non-attendance by the owner(s) shall not prevent the

Violations Committee from reviewing the evidence and rendering a decision concerning the proposed fine. For more details, please see the Violation & Policy 2022 that may be found on the Community website at BellalagoHOA.com, under Governing Documents.

The top 5 violations for the third quarter of 2022 are as follows:

» Landscaping: Tall grass, weeds in shrub/flower/tree beds, trees in need of trimming

» Exterior Cleaning/Maintenance: Weeds in driveway, stains on driveway and sidewalk

» Parking: Overnight parking, blocking sidewalk, parking on lawn

» Garbage Receptacle/Waste: Trash cans on curb on nonpickup days, trash cans in view

» Wash Roof: Tile/shingle roofs in need of cleaning

ARMANDO

Club Meetings

For more details, visit BellalagoHOA.com or email Kaylee Febles, Lifestyle Director, at KFebles@Evergreen-LM.com. All clubs will be required to sign in using a Bellalago ID. If you are interested in starting a club or interest group, email Kaylee for an application.

BOOK CLUB

MONDAYS, NOVEMBER 14 & DECEMBER 12 » 7PM

BELLALAGO RECREATION CENTER

Join the Book Club on the second Monday of every month. Sign in required with Bellalago ID. No food, soft drinks only.

BUNCO CLUB

FRIDAYS, NOVEMBER 18 & DECEMBER 16 » 7PM

BELLALAGO RECREATION CENTER

Join the Bunco Club on the third Monday of every month.

CHESS CLUB

WEDNESDAYS, NOVEMBER 9 & DECEMBER 14 » 5PM

BELLALAGO RECREATION CENTER

Join the Chess Club on the second Wednesday of every month.

CIGAR CLUB

SUNDAYS, NOVEMBER 20 & DECEMBER 18 » 4:30PM- 7:30PM

FLIP FLOPS BAR & GRILLE

The Cigar Club meets the third Sunday of every month.

DOMINOES CLUB

EVERY TUESDAY » 6PM-9PM

BELLALAGO RECREATION CENTER

Join the Dominoes Club every Tuesday.

FIREARMS CLUB

SATURDAYS, NOVEMBER 26 & DECEMBER 31 » 9AM

BELLALAGO RECREATION CENTER

We meet to discuss our common interest in firearms; provide a venue for sharing knowledge, instruction, and activities designed to help firearms owners be responsible and proficient in their ownership and use of firearms; and to reduce the risk of accidents in their possession and use. No firearms are permitted in Club facilities.

GOLF CART CLUB

FRIDAYS, NOVEMBER 4 & DECEMBER 2 » 9AM

BELLALAGO RECREATION CENTER

Join the Golf Cart Club on the first Friday of every month in the Bellalago Recreation Center.

LADIES CARD CLUB

EVERY THURSDAY » 1PM

Join the Card Club Thursdays in the Bellalago Recreation Center.

MEN’S GAME NIGHT

WEDNESDAYS, NOVEMBER 2 & DECEMBER 7 » 6:30PM

FLIP FLOPS BAR & GRILLE

Test your skills and try your luck amongst your fellow residents! Soft drinks will be provided.

NATURE CLUB

SATURDAYS, NOVEMBER 19 & DECEMBER 17 » 9AM

BELLALAGO RECREATION CENTER

Join the Nature Club on the third Saturday of every month in the Bellalago Recreation Center.

PICKLEBALL CLUB

EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY » 5PM-7PM

BELLALAGO TENNIS COURTS

Each person attending will be required to sign in with Bellalago ID.

Bellalago Fishing Club 2022 Season Awards

Written by

STEVEN MORIN, RESIDENT, BELLALAGO FISHING CLUB

Recently, the Bellalago Fishing Club crowned it’s 2022 fishing season award winners. Each year, beginning in 2008, the Fishing Club organizes a series of fun Largemouth Bass fishing tournaments during the fall through spring season. Members focus on fishing right here in Lake Bellalago or nearby Lake Toho.

Angler’s weigh in their catch for eight tournament events, weights are recorded, and all fish are released alive and healthy back into Lake Bellalago (hopefully to be caught again). The entire competition is permitted by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission and is help, according to their rules and regulations.

Each year, awards are presented to the Angler of the Year, who manages to weigh in the most total weight during the season and the Big Fish of the Year, to the angler who catches the largest Largemouth Bass during a tournament.

This year, the annual awards were kept “All in the family.” Mark Juvera took Angler of the Year by managing to weigh in just over 99 pounds

of Bellalago Largemouth Bass for the tournament season. At the same time, Kaleb Herring, Mark’s son-in-law, who taught him everything he knows about Bass fishing, captured the Big Fish of the Year honors with a 7.06-pound trophy Florida Largemouth Bass caught during our February 12th event.

The Bellalago Fishing Club is open to all Bellalago and IOB residents. You don’t need to own a boat to join or fish. When our tournaments are organized, our tournament directors take care to pair up boat owners with non-boat owners, so everybody gets a chance to fish. The tournament season usually gets underway in late October or early November and runs through April. Members meet once a month to discuss fishing, plan neighborhood conservation events, and plan our other events. Also, there are always members who are looking for an outing with a new fishing buddy!

If you want a chance to take those trophies away from Mark and Kaleb, contact Steve Morin at morinsteven@rocketmail.com or Dave Woodruff at drwservices@gmail.com for more information.

RSVP to Bellalago Events!

Written by KAYLEE FEBLES, LIFESTYLE DIRECTOR

With the holidays in full swing, there will be many activities and events that you might want to attend these coming months, or even in the future! Most Bellalago Lifestyle events require a ticket or an RSVP, unless it’s a major outside event, and it’s open to everyone. RSVPs are required most of the time due to their importance. We ask that you make sure to RSVP to events for many reasons. Our main reason is to make sure we have a proper count for vendors, caterers, giveaways, etc. We want everyone to enjoy their time during an event, and we have to ensure there’s enough for everyone to go around. An RSVP count is essential to make sure we don’t run out of anything.

The next reason is space! Our event space is limited, and we try to make the most of the tables and chairs we have available for seating. An RSVP helps to make sure that everyone attending will have a spot to be comfortable. Last but not least, sometimes there are changes. If you have made your RSVP for an event, we’re then able to reach out to let you know of any essential information. From time to time, details

of the event will change, whether it’s the date, the menu, or even just sending a friendly reminder. Being signed up will make certain that you receive the correct information. So don’t miss out and make sure to RSVP for any future events that you’re interested in attending!

KAYLEE FEBLES 407-853-2255 KFebles@Evergreen-LM.com

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