BEACON VOLUME 5 | ISSUE 2 | SPRING 2016
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D E PA R T M E N T : R E G I O N A L M A N AG E R
Building Community: Who Lives in Our Community? BY MANDY MORGAN, LCAM, CMCA, AMS CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL MANAGER Understanding and appreciating the generational values of your neighbors contributes to a strong community. Consider a few broad groups*:
MATURES The Matures were born between 1920 and 1945. They’re the last of the veterans of the World and Korean Wars, and are also called the “Silent Generation.” They’re about sacrifice. They survived the Great Depression, and they still reuse aluminum foil and paper bags. Their heroes were military figures. They believe that a rule is a rule. They feel that change is good, as long as it’s the type of change they’ve envisioned. The Matures defined the world in which we live for many years, but they now have to give way to the Baby Boomers.
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teamwork, democracy, and loyalty. They don’t necessarily see the need to follow rules. Baby Boomers value the concept of “built to last.” They invented the idea of “meaningful work,” and the workplace continues to be a part of their self-identity. Baby Boomers will occupy the White House until approximately 2030.
GENERATION X Generation X’ers were born between 1965 and 1977. Numbering about 44 million, this group was raised in an environment in which both parents worked. They question their parents’ values, and they believe that jobs and housing are disposable. They place greater value on family and personal life than the Baby Boomers do, and they feel that a balanced life is more important than professional accomplishments.
BABY BOOMERS
GENERATION Y
Baby Boomers were born between 1945 and 1964. Approximately 77 million in number, they’re workaholics who believe in
Generation Ys were born between 1977 and 2000. They comprise approximately 137 million people or 46 percent of the U.S.
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It is one of nature’s ways that we often feel closer to distant generations than to the generation immediately preceding us. ~ Igor Stravinsky
population. People in this group have always known the Internet, laptops, and cell phones. It would never occur to them to physically touch a television to change the channel. People born in the U.S. after 1983 have always had a President from the Southern states. South Africa’s official policy of apartheid has not existed in their lifetime, cars have always had CD players and air bags, weather reports have always been available 24 hours a day, and genetic testing and DNA screening have always been available. This generation focuses on its individual choices, goals, and the future.
of Bellalago. The committees are allresident volunteers who have stepped up to get involved in the operations of your community.
* Source: Community Associations Institute
Next is our Landscape Committee, chaired by Bill Farrell. Joining Bill is Victoria Figueroa, Eddie Andujar, Barbara Lemoine, Tony Corredor, Fernando Muniz, Jose Lazoff, and Evelyn Aponte. They will be reviewing our existing landscape contract and scope of work and will be meeting with Floralawn on a regular basis to understand what goes on with the landscaping in Bellalago.
Bellalago and Isles of Bellalago not only have this multi-generational range, we also have multiple cultural backgrounds to add to the melting pot. This makes for a unique blend that helps to make Bellalago the great community we see today. This was very evident over the Easter weekend with the Bellapalooza. Over 600 residents, guests, and members of the general public attended the event. We all had a great time, it didn’t matter the age or ethnicity, everyone was out to enjoy the event and spend quality time with family and friends. We would like to thank the Bellalago Fishing Club for stepping up and as always putting on a great side show for everyone to enjoy. Young or old, everyone wanted to “go fishing.” We are looking forward to a great summer and will continue to look at different ways to bring you a great array of events to help you stay cool and have fun.
COMMITTEES As we leave the colder months behind and look to the future, we are excited to announce that we now have four active committees within Bellalago and Isles
The Advisory Committee Chairperson will be Eileen Narozny. Joining Eileen will be Burt Mathis, Nortbert Duttlinger, Sammy Browne, John Gines, Fernando Muniz, Phil Horvath, Mary Lou Zelinski, Barry Stamey, and Ahmed Selim. This committee has many years of experience within Bellalago and we are looking forward to working with them.
Ed Narozny is chairing our Security Committee. Joining Ed is Joseph Gonzalez, Howard Benzer, Mary Browne, Evelyn Aponte, Mary Kavanagh, Laurie Richardson, and Joe Rodriguez. Lastly we have the Covenants & Community Standards Committee, chaired by Pat Duttlinger. Joining Pat is Greg Arslanyan, Barbara Lemoine, Tony Corredor, Nan Poppa, Mary Kavanagh, and Cheryl Roberts. We want to thank all the volunteers for their commitment and service; we really appreciate you all getting involved and learning more about how the community runs and what’s involved in the day-to-day operations. We are in the process of setting
up a webpage on www.BellalagoHOA. com for the committees to post minutes of their meetings together with details of projects and issues they are working on. More details will be sent in an e-blast.
STAYING IN TOUCH We are planning a coffee talk meeting for later in June and our committees will be on hand to update you on the areas they are working on. Watch for e-blasts with more details later in May. If you have not yet registered to receive these, please visit www.BellalagoHOA.com (you will need to enter confidential password “bellalago2015”). The email blasts are a great way to stay informed of events and important details pertaining to your community. We look forward to seeing many of you around the community in the coming months, and as always if you need any assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out. There are several ways to get in touch with us: the Evergreen Customer Care Team is available 24 hours/7 days a week, 365 days a year, by dialing 1-877-2216919 or you can email CustomerService@ Evergreen-LM.com. We have live agents answering phones from 8am-6pm and licensed community managers on-call outside of office hours. You can also reach us during office hours on “live chat” on our website. Have a wonderful Spring Season!
MANDY MORGAN 877-221-6919 MMorgan@Evergreen-LM.com
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PHONE NUMBERS Evergreen Customer Service
877-221-6919
BEL L A L AG O Amenity Center
407-933-3010
Security Main Gate
407-846-3014
IS L ES OF BEL L A LAG O Amenity Center
407-343-9175
Security Main Gate
407-846-1451
HOA ADM I N N U M B E R S Club Manager Doug Gilbert
407-933-3010 DGilbert@Evergreen-LM.com
Community Standards Manager Jose Chaparro
877-221-6919 JChaparro@ Evergreen-LM.com
Membership Coordinator & Lease Applications Giselle Rodriguez
407-846-4358 GRodriguez@ Evergreen-LM.com
Planning an Exterior Modification to Your Home?
HOA Account Issues & Irrigation Work Orders Customer Care
877-221-6919 CustomerService@ Evergreen-LM.com
BY ALEJANDRO SIRA, LCAM HOA COMPLIANCE / ARC COORDINATOR
H O U R S O F O P E R AT I O N BELLA L AGO AM EN IT Y C E N T E R Monday - Friday
6am - 9pm
Saturday & Sunday
8am - 8pm
IS L ES OF BEL L A LAG O A M EN I TY CE NT E R Monday - Friday
6am - 9pm
Saturday & Sunday
8am - 8pm
P OOL H OU R S * Monday - Friday
Usually Dawn - Dusk
Saturday & Sunday
8am - Dusk
*Subject to change. Check boards at each pool.
T HE GRI L L E AT B E LLA LAG O Featuring Executive Chef John Walker
For Reservations
407-978-6619
Monday Tuesday - Saturday
Closed 11am - Until the Last Patron Leaves
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pring is here with summer right around the corner! What better time is there to modify the exterior of your home? As a reminder, with any exterior modification the homeowner has a duty and obligation to fill out an Architectural Review Committee (ARC) Application and submit it to Evergreen for processing, review, and approval. The most ideal place to get an application is at either Amenity Center or on the website at BellalagoHOA. com, under “Neighborhood,” then “Public Documents.” Once an application is filled out and all the required documents are included (a list of necessary documents are stated on the application), the homeowner can drop it off at either Amenity Center or email the application and supporting documents directly to me at ASira@Evergreen-LM.com.
Homeowners can also upload their Architectural Review Committee Submittal directly from BellalagoHOA. com and we will receive notification of this submittal. There is an option on the webpage to “Add File,” where the homeowner can upload their ARC Application with all the required documents. If the application is not attached it will delay the process as we will need to contact the homeowner. Please feel free to contact me if there are any questions or concerns regarding the ARC process.
ALEJANDRO SIRA 407-933-3010 ASira@Evergreen-LM.com
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D E PA R T M E N T : C L U B M A N AG E R
Community Updates BY DOUG GILBERT, LCAM, CLUB MANAGER
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hard to believe we are already in April! It’s a pretty common feeling to be thrilled at the return of spring. We’ll be taking full advantage of the warmer weather this month and ramping up for an action-packed summer to come. The feedback I’ve received from residents is that you all thoroughly enjoyed the events that we’ve recently had thus far. Check out the aerial views of the Spring Carnival on March 26th on the next page! We are putting the final preparations on the Lifestyle Events for the rest of the year and will have them posted on the community website soon. We hope you enjoy this quarter’s newsletter – there are so many things to join in on!
Club Amenity Centers With the warmer weather approaching, many homeowners will be out walking our community and using the playgrounds and courts. Please remember to pick up after your pets and keep all dogs leashed. When exercising your pet, please respect your neighbor’s yard and keep animals from wandering into flowerbeds and front yards. Additionally, I have seen numerous cigarette butts littered 6
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around the pools and outside of the Amenity Centers. Please dispose of your cigarettes properly and please remember, smoking is not permitted in the pool areas.
Isles of Bellalago Fitness Gym We’ve upgraded the fitness equipment just for you! As mentioned in the previous newsletter, the Isles of Bellalago Fitness Gym received brand new fitness equipment and a makeover. Outdated and worn-out fitness equipment was replaced with state of the art Technogym pieces similar to what is in the Bellalago Fitness Gym. Stop by the Isles of Bellalago Amenity Center and check it out. And if you haven’t already, try one of the various fitness classes available to you daily!
Recreation Events This spring season we will have some events and games geared to getting families out and playing more. The Bellalago Family Field Day was a huge success last year as adults and children participated in an all out battle of relay races and tug-of-war!
A 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament will be added and with the help of Justin (our Lifestyles Activities Team Member), we plan to bring back to life the kickball, flag football, and soccer daily activities. Interested in tennis? Let us know and we will add this as well. Getting fit and staying active is something families can do together, so parents join your children at the Bellalago and Isles of Bellalago Amenity Centers this spring and participate in our games and events. Let’s make your community the healthiest around!
Spring Carnival - March 26th
Multi-Purpose Room and Isles of Bellalago Pool Reservations At this time of the year requests to reserve the Bellalago Multi-Purpose Room and Isles of Bellalago Pool increases and we make every effort to accommodate all of these requests. Remember: a request must be made at least two weeks in advance of the date you are requesting. There will be one request for reservation per day. An Event Request Form will need to be completed and turned in, along with the deposit or room fee to reserve the location and date. No application will be accepted without the signed consent form, acknowledgment of the Terms & Conditions, and deposit or room fee. You may pick up an Event Request Form at either Amenity Center.
Overflow Parking As a reminder, if you have a guest(s) who is visiting you at your home, overnight, or for the weekend, please let us know by emailing DGilbert@Evergreen-LM.com. A temporary parking permit will be issued for your guest(s) and security will also be notified. Your guest(s) will then be able to use the overflow parking area located at the community clubhouse. Please remember that there is no parking allowed on the streets, grass, or vacant lots within the community. Happy Spring!
DOUG GILBERT 877-221-6919 DGilbert@Evergreen-LM.com
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D E PA R T M E N T : L I F E S T Y L E S
Springtime is a Great Time! BY LISA KAGAN, DIRECTOR OF LIFESTYLE SERVICES
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pring has sprung! The weather is warming up, the flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping, and Bellalago is bursting with great activities for everyone. Residents have already enjoyed some great events, starting with the Valentine’s Day Dance in February. February also featured two separate events with Liz, including crafts and Valentine’s cookie decorating. A Ladies’ Night, featuring canvas painting – also with Liz, was a big hit, as was the Fishing Tournament. With the warmer weather, the Dive-In Movies are back, with our first one featuring The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 and the next one, at Isles of Bellalago featuring The Good Dinosaur. A Spring Break pool party was the perfect event to stay cool, keep busy, and have fun with neighbors. CJ the DJ played some popular tunes and kept everyone active with all sorts of fun poolside games including one of our Bellalago favorites, “Catch the Cookie.” Hundreds of people came out to participate in Bellapalooza, our annual carnival, which took place on March 26th. We celebrated Easter with an egg hunt. There were 4,000 eggs filled with treats! Ten lucky children won adorable baskets filled with goodies for finding a golden egg. Even the Easter Bunny was there to greet everyone and pose for photos. Many more prizes were won at the carnival. Children and adults got to test their skills with colorful new games that were created by our very own staff. There were carnival rides and all sorts of entertainment. We enjoyed watching everyone climb the rock wall, swing on the boomerang, ride the train, jump on the bouncing bungees, 8
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pet the animals in the petting zoo, play in the bounce house, race through the obstacle course, get their faces painted and take home artistic and unique balloon creations. To keep the day sweet, we served cotton candy and many of you enjoyed food from The Grille. Dozens of vendors participated in the health fair and DJ Ahmed had our jam going all day with his upbeat mix of music. A fire truck was on display and children had a unique opportunity to climb aboard, explore and ask questions. The bloodmobile was there, too. The event was open to the public and everyone had a wonderful time! As spring continues, you can expect many more events to keep busy, have fun, make new friends, and take advantage of the great programs we offer at Bellalago. Just to name a few, there will be even more Dive-In Movies, a Memorial Day Pool Party, kids crafts with Liz, Ladies’ Night, and lots more. You may even see us around the pool on a Saturday or Sunday passing out popsicles. Keep checking the calendar to see what’s going on and be sure to RSVP so we have enough supplies and refreshments. We love to hear from you and always welcome your feedback. And we look forward to seeing you at our next event!
LISA KAGAN 877-221-6919 LKagan@Evergreen-LM.com
D E PA R T M E N T : F I T N E S S C L A S S E S
Current Class Schedules are Posted in the Amenity Centers and on the BellalagoHOA.com Calendar CARDIO BALLROOM
TRX
Fridays • 10:15am Wednesdays • 11:15am This is a partner-free, dance-based fitness class that brings you easy, fun dance moves from Cha-Cha-Cha, Disco, Jive, Merengue, Paso Doble, Quick Step, Salsa and Samba. This class will help you stay fit, learn to dance, and have a great time.
Wednesdays • 6:30pm Saturdays • 9:45am This class combines the TRX Suspension Trainer and the TRX Rip Trainer in one full body workout combining body weight exercises, rotational movements and heart pounding cardio.
DRUMS ALIVE® POWER BEATS AQUA FITNESS
Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10:30am An excellent, low impact cardio and strength workout for people of all fitness levels. This class utilizes water weights, aqua gloves and pool noodles to achieve a unique total body workout. Swimming is not required. BARRE BASICS
Tuesdays • 9am This class is a unique blend of Yoga, Pilates, and ballet all in one. Barre Basics will help improve your balance and flexibility while toning to create long lean muscles. BODY ALIVE
Fridays • 9am This is a fitness series designed for all fitness levels. The goals of this class are to train the body to move more efficiently, increase core strength, improve flexibility and to develop speed, power and agility. BOOTCAMP
Mondays & Wednesdays • 7am Thursdays • 9am Incorporates interval training for a high intensity workout that will challenge you and help you build strength, endurance, and speed.
Mondays • 7pm Unique and different from every other workout you've tried before! This class combines the energizing beat of the drum and the music of the streets that will get your feet stomping and your body moving! SOCIAL DANCE
Fridays • 7pm Learn to dance the most popular ballroom and Latin social dances. You will learn basic steps, how to lead and follow, all while having a great time. No partner needed. Visit BellalagoHOA. com to reserve your spot today! You must RSVP in advance to guarantee your spot. Held at Isles of Bellalago. STEP AND SCULPT
Wednesdays • 5:30pm A combination of easy to follow step routines mixed with strength training intervals to give you a complete cardio and weight workout followed by core. This is an excellent cross-training class for all skill and fitness levels. TAI CHI
Wednesdays • 10:15am This class incorporates breathing, good posture, and slow movements to improve balance and coordination.
YOGALATES
Tuesdays • 6pm This class incorporates breathing, good posture and movement that blends yoga and Pilates to build strength and flexibility. YOUTH JUJITSU
Saturdays • 1pm Children ages 6 and up. This class is an excellent balance of mental and physical techniques using the discipline of the martial arts. ZUMBA®
Mondays & Wednesdays • 9pm Tuesdays • 7pm Saturdays • 8:30am This dance based fitness class incorporates Latin and International music and dance. It offers a balanced blend of cardio and muscle toning benefits. ZUMBA STEP®
Thursdays • 7pm This class combines the awesome toning and strengthening power of Step Aerobics with the fun fitness-party that only Zumba® brings to the dance-floor. Zumba Step® increases cardio and calorie burning, while adding moves that define and sculpt your core and your legs.
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D E PA R T M E N T : C O M M U N I T Y S TA N DA R D S
Curb Appeal BY JOSE CHAPARRO, COMMUNITY STANDARDS MANAGER
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wanted to start out by welcoming all of the new faces to the community. I look forward to meeting and working with all of you. Together we can keep this community beautifully maintained to the standards outlined by our community document. Spring is a great time to think about sprucing up your landscaping and giving your home great curb appeal. It’s also the beginning of the growth season, making it an ideal time to replace dead vegetation and/or grass. With the extra growth comes more frequent maintenance to your landscaping. Wellmaintained lawns and plants make a huge difference in the appearance of your property and community abroad. Cleaning out and sprucing up your yard are good low-cost alternatives to major home improvements. The curb appeal of our community is dependent upon each resident and the maintenance to his or her property. For those who keep their homes and yards well maintained, the association thanks you for your efforts and for setting a good example. We encourage all residents to pay particular attention to the following maintenance items. •
Exterior Paint. Paint is a quick and easy way to keep your property looking fresh, new, and clean. It will also protect against corrosion, weathering, and insects.
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Landscaping. Landscaping is extremely important to our community’s curb appeal. Please remove dead plants and branches. Keep shrubs properly pruned and flowers welltended. Weeding, edging, planting beds, and mulching go a long way toward improving a yard’s look.
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Roofs. Ensure roofs are properly maintained and cleaned.
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Driveways and Sidewalks. Please ensure your driveways and sidewalks are properly maintained and cleaned as well. Remove weeds from sidewalk joints and debris from driveways and sidewalks. Do not use driveways for storage or auto repairs.
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Gutters and Downspouts. Please keep them cleaned out to prevent overflowing and flooding.
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Garbage Bins. Please keep your garbage bins clean and out of sight.
On the BellalagoHOA.com website we have a small section on “landscape and home tips.” This section has a few topics, such as lawn care tips, Downy Mildew Disease on shrubs, Galls on Oak Trees, how to lay sod, pruning trees and shrubs, and a few other quick home maintenance tips. We also have a section, “List of Local Vendors,” where you can find vendors that your neighbors have used in the community. We cannot recommend a specific company, so it’s important that you do your research before selecting a vendor. If you have any questions and/or suggestions relating to community standards or compliance issues, please don’t hesitate to contact me at JChaparro@Evergreen-LM.com.
JOSE CHAPARRO 877-221-6919 JChaparro@Evergreen-LM.com
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D E PA R T M E N T : S TA F F S P OT L I G H T
An Interview with Lisa Kagan Q: How long have you been with Evergreen? A: Almost 3 years. I started in July 2013 as a part-time Lifestyle Director.
Q: Can you describe your current job in a few sentences? Talk about what a work day is like for you. A: As Director of Lifestyle Services, I work with every Evergreen community, including Bellalago. Lifestyles is what makes our communities special and allows neighbors to come together, get to know each other, and live in a great environment where the opportunities for involvement are endless. Every day at work is different. I plan events and activities, work with residents to get clubs started, travel to different communities to help with their lifestyle programs, and help shape the direction of the company as a whole. Although you didn’t see me at Bellapalooza because I worked at two other communities’ spring carnivals that day, I worked with the energetic staff at Bellalago for a few months before the event, planning the entertainment, working out the logistics, and making sure it was a wonderful day for everyone. I hope you had fun and look forward to seeing you at another event soon!
Q: What’s your favorite thing about your job so far? A: Without a doubt, it’s interacting with many different people every day, including residents, co-workers, volunteers and
vendors. Everyone has great ideas and I’ve been able to take some of them and turn them into great lifestyle programs. I love to collaborate with everyone and enjoy hearing your feedback because it helps us shape the direction of future programs. Bellalago is your community and my goal is for it to be a place you look forward to coming home to every day.
Q: What’s the most challenging part of your job? A: Every day is different and I never know what I may encounter. I’ve had days where I come to work expecting to do one thing and end up doing something entirely different. I’ve learned how to be flexible, wear many hats, and still be able to accomplish everything that needs to get done.
Q: Do you have a surprising personal factoid to share? A: Two of my biggest passions are my family and travel. I’ve been fortunate to be able to combine the two and every summer, my family and I get in the car and go somewhere new and different for a week. One of my favorite trips was staying in a cabin in the Blue Ridge mountains of Georgia where we spent most of our time outdoors. We went hiking, ziplining, blueberry picking, tubing down the river, and exploring nature. Now that my kids are getting older - they’re 11 and 13 - I hope to go to Europe in the next year or two.
Q: Any final words? A: I want to thank all of you for making my job something I look forward to every day. It’s a lot of hard work, but seeing the smiles on your face, hearing how much you enjoyed something, and watching the community come together makes it all worthwhile.
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F E AT U R E : C O M M U N I T Y R E L AT I O N S H I P S
Diplomacy he advertisement for a community association manager included this qualification: “Must be able to enforce rules without making enemies.” Said another way: diplomatic. Enforcing rules without making enemies is a tall order! Some managers have natural people skills that make this task easier for them. For other managers, this skill doesn’t come naturally but it can be learned! One manager who needed to learn this skill started their first manager’s communication to the community listing eleven types of violations that owners and tenants were committing, some of them in bold underlined type! They threatened legal action in the first report! The tone of the report sounded like they were yelling and pointing the finger! An introduction of herself and her background would have made a better first impression. As we all know, you only have one change to make a first impression! The second report started out with a lecture about the fact that a gate is not a “security” gate and should not be referred to as such. That lecture was followed by a lengthy discussion of why and how the gate is broken, all the difficulties with repairing it and issuing new access control cards. The tone of the second report sounded like they were very frustrated! So far, that first
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impression is not improving for many residents. Needless to say, this newly hired manager was off to a rough start. While the enthusiasm and determination might be commendable, the method of delivery needed refining. This manager might have made a better first impression had they chosen diplomacy. We all learned diplomacy in kindergarten. Remember, this book, All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten, by Robert Fulghum? It’s all about getting along with others - diplomacy. I wonder what his principles look like when applied to community association life! Will everyone play nice in the sand box?
SHARE EVERYTHING. Our common areas and elements belong to all of us – we share everything that is outside our lot or air space. Be respectful to others.
PLAY FAIR. Boards of directors should be sure to equitably enforce all restrictions and rules with all residents and tenants. Selective enforcement and allow continuing violations year after year is a breach of the board’s fiduciary duty.
DON’T HIT PEOPLE. Mind your manners at community meetings. Don’t yell, cuss, point your finger, or do anything to embarrass your mother. Many people stop attending meetings because of the behavior of a small minority. Be mindful of this – everyone has a right to be heard, but in a fair and professional way. Bullies should not be tolerated.
a committee, volunteer to help at an event, get involved in your community.
Consider taking your turn on a committee, volunteer to help at an event - get involved in your community. TAKE A NAP EVERY AFTERNOON.
CLEAN UP YOUR OWN MESS. In our association, yards, roofs, fences, screens, windows, and doors are the responsibility of each owner. Keep them in line with community standards.
DON’T TAKE THINGS THAT AREN’T YOURS. Stealing is wrong. Just because there is an extra roll of toilet paper in the clubhouse restroom and just because you paid your monthly assessment, does not give you the right to take it.
SAY YOU’RE SORRY WHEN YOU HURT SOMEBODY. If you damage the gate or equipment at the clubhouse, confess. A guilty conscience is very hard to live with and unnecessary. Besides, there are cameras.
There is nothing better than an afternoon nap at the pool. Take time to enjoy your amenities.
STICK TOGETHER When you go out in the world, watch out for traffic, hold hands and stick together. We all live/work in the same community and should be on the same team with the same goal. We want what is best for the association. Just because your opinion of how or what that “best” would be is different than your neighbor’s doesn’t mean you are totally right and “they” are totally wrong. The solution could be a combination of both your opinions.
BE AWARE OF WONDER. Remember the little seed in the Styrofoam cup: the roots go down and the plant goes up and nobody really knows how or why, but we are all like that. Living in a community association is different! Be curious about this unique corporate structure of which you are a part. Read your governing documents and ask questions!
WASH YOUR HANDS BEFORE YOU EAT.
Goldfish and hamsters and white mice and even the little seed in the Styrofoam cup - they all die. So do we. Live with no regrets!
Use the wipes to get rid of the sweat after you use the treadmill or other work out equipment. It’s the right thing to do.
LOOK
FLUSH. Leave the clubhouse and bathrooms as clean and nice as your own. If you see something out of place, tell the person on duty.
WARM COOKIES AND COLD MILK ARE GOOD FOR YOU. Be kind to your management staff. Give them a break; they are doing what they are hired to do.
LIVE A BALANCED LIFE. Learn some and think some and draw and paint and sing and dance and play and work every day some. Consider taking your turn on
And then remember the Dick-and-Jane books and the first word you learned - the biggest word of all - LOOK. There is SO much in our world that is good – look for it! Diplomacy is defined as skill and tact in dealing with other people. We as your management team will try our best to use ours every day. Be sure to use yours every day; let’s all play nice in the sand box! Adapted from an article written by Betsy Barbieux, CAM, CFCAM, who is a Professional Development Coach for Florida CAM Schools, LLC. Betsy can be reached ay 352-326-8365, www. FloridaCAMSchools.com, or Betsy@FloridaCAMSchools.com.
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EVENTS: LIFESTYLES
Sports
Bellalago Amenity Center VOLLEYBALL
Mondays • 5pm Two teams of two players or more on a sand court divided by a net. First team to 21 wins!
Tuesdays • 5pm Calling all soccer lovers! The object of the game is to score goals by kicking or heading the ball into the opponent’s goal. FLAG FOOTBALL
Wednesdays • 5pm Flag football is a modified form of football in which ballcarriers are downed by pulling off a marker, or flag, loosely attached to a belt, rather than by tackling. BASKETBALL
Thursdays • 5pm Choose teams (3-on-3 or 5-on-5), beat the buzzer, and go for the win! Join us for a fun game of basketball.
April THIRSTY THURSDAY Thursday, April 7th • 7pm-10pm The Grille at Bellalago This social will have you getting to know your neighbors along with great drink specials. FREE event. BUNCO Friday, April 8th & 22nd • 7pm Bellalago Amenity Center Bunco is a popular game played with nine dice and a whole lot of luck! Come have fun. We’ll teach you how to play. Bring a dessert or snack to share. KID’S CRAFTS - FOR ALL AGES Saturday, April 9th • 2pm • Free Bellalago Amenity Center - Multipurpose Room Join Liz as she shows you how to create a fun and easy projects that include recyclable materials, things you already have in your home and more! At this event, the kids will be making a plastic animal craft.
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Tuesday, April 12th • 7pm-9pm
The Grille at Bellalago Attention all guys 18 and up! Do you like to play poker? How about beer and wings? If yes, then this event is just for you. Please purchase tickets in advance. Tickets are $5 per person and located at both Amenity Centers. BELLALAGO SOCIAL
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MEN’S GAME NIGHT
Thursday, April 14th • 7pm-10pm • Free
The Grille at Bellalago Come by and enjoy the sizzlin’ music and dance the night away to Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, and the top ‘40s! Enjoy food and drink specials. Free event. Residents 21 and over only. ADULT BINGO Friday, April 15th • 7pm Bellalago Amenity Center B-I-N-G-O! Come to Bellalago and play BINGO. Coffee is on us, dessert is on you. Residents and guests must be 18. $10 gift cards will be awarded for every win. DIVE IN MOVIE AT THE POOL Saturday, April 16th & Friday, April 22nd • 7:30pm Isles of Bellalago Amenity Center Come out and swim while you watch a movie by the pool at the Community Amenity Center. Enjoy swimming under the stars! Free popcorn while supplies last. Movies TBD. POPSICLES BY THE POOL Sunday, April 17th • 12pm Bellalago Amenity Center Join us for some juicy, colorful, and tasty popsicles at the Bellalago pool while supplies last! COMMUNITY WATCH Wednesday, April 20th • 7pm-9pm Bellalago Amenity Center Come and join one of Osceola County Sheriff’s finest with an update on what is going on around the community. EARTH DAY CRAFTS - FOR ALL AGES Saturday, April 23rd • 2pm • Free Bellalago Amenity Center - Multipurpose Room Join Liz as she shows you how to create a fun and easy projects that include recyclable materials to celebrate Earth Day from things you already have in your home and more!
EVENTS: LIFESTYLES
TACO TUESDAY AT THE GRILLE Tuesday, April 26th • 6pm-9pm The Grille at Bellalago The Grille and Lifestyles have teamed up to have a Taco Tuesday Night! Come by and celebrate Tuesday with your family and residents, eat some delicious tacos, and enjoy drink specials. LADIES CRAFT NIGHT Wednesday, April 27th • 7pm-9pm Bellalago Amenity Center Join Liz for a relaxed time of creativity. You will creating a picture frame tray while having a good time enjoying wine and cheese and other refreshments. This is a ticketed event. 21 years old and over. KARAOKE NIGHT Saturday, April 30th • 7pm-10pm The Grille at Bellalago You asked for it and we have listened, come out and sing your favorite songs with your neighbors at Karaoke Night.
May THIRSTY THURSDAY Thursday, May 5th • 7pm-10pm The Grille at Bellalago This social will have you getting to know your neighbors along with great drink specials. FREE event. ADULT BINGO Friday, May 6th & 20th • 7pm Bellalago Amenity Center B-I-N-G-O! Come to Bellalago and play BINGO. Coffee is on us, dessert is on you. Residents and guests must be 18. $10 gift cards will be awarded for every win. KID’S CRAFTS - FOR ALL AGES Saturday, May 7th • 2pm • Free Bellalago Amenity Center - Multipurpose Room Join Liz as she shows you how to create a fun and easy projects that include recyclable materials, things you already have in your home and more! At this event, the kids will be making handles
on cups with plastic animals. DIVE IN MOVIE AT THE POOL Saturday, May 7th • Time TBD • Location TBD Come out and swim while you watch a movie by the pool at the Community Amenity Center. Enjoy swimming under the stars! Free popcorn while supplies last. Movie TBD.
MEN’S GAME NIGHT
Tuesday, May 10th • 7pm-9pm
The Grille at Bellalago Attention all guys 18 and up! Do you like to play poker? How about beer and wings? If yes, then this event is just for you. Please purchase tickets in advance. Tickets are $5 per person and located at both Amenity Centers. BUNCO Friday, May 13th & 27th • 7pm Bellalago Amenity Center Bunco is a popular game played with nine dice and a whole lot of luck! Come have fun. We’ll teach you how to play. Bring a dessert or snack to share. BELLALAGO SOCIAL - MOTHER’S DAY THEMED
Saturday, May 14th • Time TBD
The Grille at Bellalago Visit BellalagoHOA.com for more information. YOUTH SAFETY WORKSHOP
Sunday, May 15th • Time TBD
Bellalago Amenity Center Come listen to firefighters, police officers, and other emergency dispatchers discuss safety and you might even get to tour their vehicles! Residents of all ages. LADIES CRAFT NIGHT Wednesday, May 18th • 7pm-9pm Bellalago Amenity Center Join Liz for a relaxed time of creativity. You will creating a caddy made from cans while having a good time enjoying wine and cheese and other refreshments. This is a ticketed event. 21 years old and over only. DIVE IN MOVIES AT THE POOL Saturday, May 21st & Sunday, May 29th Time & Location TBD Come out and swim while you watch a movie by the pool at the Community Amenity Center. Enjoy swimming under the stars! Free popcorn while supplies last. Movies TBD. COMMUNITY YARD SALE Saturday, May 21st & Sunday, May 22nd • 9am-2pm Community Wide When guests enter the main guard house, they will be handed a list of addresses of the houses participating in the yard sale and a map of both Bellalago and Isles of Bellalago. If you would like to participate in the Yard Sale, please sign up at either Amenity Center.
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EVENTS: LIFESTYLES
TACO TUESDAY Tuesday, May 24th • 6pm-9pm The Grille at Bellalago The Grille and Lifestyles have teamed up to have a Taco Tuesday Night! During the times of 6pm-9pm, come by the Grille at Bellalago and celebrate Tuesday with your family and residents, eat some delicious tacos, and enjoy drink specials. YOUTH MONOPOLY NIGHT Saturday, May 28th • Time TBD Bellalago Amenity Center Visit BellalagoHOA.com for more information. MEMORIAL DAY FLAG CEREMONY & POOL PARTY BBQ Monday, May 30th • 11am-3pm Bellalago Amenity Center Memorial Day is for remembering the men and women who died while protecting our great country. In honor of our fallen soldiers, we’ll conduct a flag ceremony at 11am. Then join us on the pool deck for an old fashioned barbecue bash with music, games, and fun for all ages. Bring your family and friends for a wonderful day mingling with your neighbors and remembering fallen soldiers. Tickets must be purchased in advance at either Amenity Center. Pool will be open only to residents who have purchased tickets.
June THIRSTY THURSDAY Thursday, June 2nd • 7pm-10pm The Grille at Bellalago This social will have you getting to know your neighbors along with great drink specials. FREE event. ADULT BINGO Friday, June 3rd & 17th • 7pm Bellalago Amenity Center B-I-N-G-O! Come to Bellalago and play BINGO. Coffee is on us, dessert is on you. Residents and guests must be 18. $10 gift cards will be awarded for every win. MEN’S GAME NIGHT Tuesday, June 7th • 7pm-9pm The Grille at Bellalago Attention all guys 18 and up! Do you like to play poker? How about beer and wings? If yes, then this event is just for you. Please purchase tickets in advance. Tickets are $5 per person and can be purchased at both Amenity Centers.
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BUNCO Friday, June 10th & 24th • 7pm Bellalago Amenity Center Bunco is a popular game played with nine dice and a whole lot of luck! Come have fun. We’ll teach you how to play. Bring a dessert or snack to share. DIVE IN MOVIE AT THE POOL Friday, June 10th • Time TBD • Location TBD Come out and swim while you watch a movie by the pool at the Community Amenity Center. Enjoy swimming under the stars! Free popcorn while supplies. Movie TBD. ICE CREAM SOCIAL AT BELLALAGO Saturday, June 11th • 12pm-3pm Let’s celebrate the summer with an Ice Cream Social! Enjoy ice cream sundaes, music, and the sun! Create your own sundae with chocolate or vanilla ice cream and MANY different toppings. Please purchase tickets in advance. KID’S CRAFTS - FOR ALL AGES Saturday, June 18th • 2pm • Free Bellalago Amenity Center - Multipurpose Room Join Liz as she shows you how to create a fun and easy projects that include recyclable materials, things you already have in your home and more! At this event, the kids will be decorating plastic mason jars and water bottles. BELLALAGO SOCIAL - FATHER’S DAY THEME Saturday, June 18th • Time TBD The Grille at Bellalago Visit BellalagoHOA.com for more information. TACO TUESDAY AT THE GRILLE Tuesday, June 21st • 6pm-9pm The Grille and Lifestyles has teamed up to have a Taco Tuesday Night! Come by and celebrate Tuesday with your family and residents while eating some delicious tacos and drink specials. LADIES CRAFT NIGHT Wednesday, June 22nd • 7pm-9pm Bellalago Amenity Center Join Liz for a relaxed time of creativity. You will creating a patriotic wreath while having a good time enjoying wine and cheese and other refreshments. This is a ticketed event. 21 years old and over. DIVE IN MOVIE & AFTERNOON POOL PARTY Friday, June 25th • Time TBD • Bellalago Amenity Center Visit BellalagoHOA.com for more information.
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