Hot Springs Village Advocate - Winter 2014

HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE

Arkansas

Advocate Volume 38, No. 4

GARVAN WOODLAND GARDENS HOT SPRINGS

Winter 2014

Board Update

Closing Out 2014 and Looking Forward to 2015

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ell so much for that nice fall revenues will not meet budget proweather, our first real cold jections in 2014, thus action again snap is upon us…hopefully it will was taken to ensure available cash not keep us off the golf courses, tenfor operating expenses. This year, we nis courts and trails too long. We will reprogram almost $700,000++ had the great opportunity to wish a in capital improvement funding to farewell to John Paul after 16 strong ensure we have necessary operating years guiding our golf operafunds to complete 2014. These tions. Enjoy RETIREMENT capital funds were identified John! Then we had the opporfor gate improvement/security tunity to welcome Ray Metz enhancement projects as well from Troon Golf on-board as potential new growth projects the new Director of Golf, and that will be deferred until availKeck look forward to him taking able funding is made available HSV golf operations to a new someday. level of operations and service.

THANK YOU to all the memSeveral key 2014 infrastructure bers who cast their proxies, however projects are coming to completion. since the November 21 Assessment We trying to save costs on both gate Increase Election did not reach the entrance projects by doing much of required 50% quorum requirements, the work internally with HSV POA the POA Board will need to make resources, the POA Staff and the HSV some important decisions in DecemMen’s Garden Club worked long and ber as to how we plan to tackle our hard to finish these critical projects 2015 financial situation. The Board that make that all important first imhad already approved one budget pression on both current residents scenario based on not getting a propand visitors/potential residents. erty-owner approved assessment inWe continue to watch our financrease in-place by January 1, 2015. cial situation carefully. UnfortunateKey aspects of this leaner 2015 ly just like in 2013, golf and water POA budget are the elimination of

Board Election Calendar, Application Available The Board of Directors approved the 2015 Board Election Calendar and Application for Board Candidacy at the Nov. 19 meeting. In addition to the application, those wishing to apply must provide a listing of all lots that he/she owns or controls in any legal entity, listing multiple lots.

Members interested in serving on the board may pick up an application packet from the Assistant General Manager’s office at the Administration Building, 895 DeSoto Boulevard, weekdays from Decem2 Hot Springs Village Advocate Winter 2014

ber 1 - January 15. Applications also are available online at www.hsvpoa. org | Governance | Board of Directors | Board Application.

Completed applications with resume and photograph are due by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 15.

There are three board positions open in 2015 for three-year terms.

Information on candidates, including their photographs and unedited statements will be printed in the Spring 2015 Advocate for review by all members.

recycling and golf course bunker renovations, while increasing golf and water rates, plus implementing a 2.3% Consumer Price Index increase, as allowed by our Declarations, to the current monthly assessment rate. These rate increases combined with the insurance reimbursement will hopefully allow the POA to fix last winter’s weather-related damage issues at the DeSoto Events Center and Golf Pro Shop.

Other identified shortfalls of this leaner 2015 budget are a reduced road/pavement program and our ability to save money for the next unexpected weather related issue, like we have had to deal with every year since 2011. Plus, we will not have available funding resources to start saving money for existing infrastructure/major capital repair projects, like Balboa Golf Course or Clubhouse.

Your POA Board remains committed to keeping our Village competitive and viable to a diverse population, whether that be retirees, second home/vacation property owners or younger buyers for primary residences. As we move into 2015, it will take more than just retirees for our Village to maintain the pace of the existing home sales market, while still cultivating significant new residential home growth.

Just as the seasons change here, the Village has changed over the last forty years, and we will need to continue to change if we want to maintain our financial stability and flourish in today’s competitive planned community environment.

FROM YOUR POA BOARD: MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Money Matters Assessment Increase Vote Does Not Receive Quorum

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n Friday, Nov. 21, Independent audit firm, Frost, PLLC tabulated and validated all proxies received for the Assessment Increase Election. As the total number of proxies received did not constitute a quorum, as required by the Declaration, Article X, the assessment increase proposal failed.

Since the Assessment Increase Election did not reach the quorum requirements, the POA Board will need to make some additional important decisions in December as

to how it plans to manage our 2015 financial situation.

Results as presented by Frost and Hot Springs Village POA Legal

Counsel are below:

Without POA Lots With POA Lots Total Eligible to Vote: 25,298 27,654 Proxies Needed for Quorum: 12,650 13,828 Proxies Received: 10,049 12,405 Results “If ” Quorum Met: Votes “For” the Proposal: Votes “Against” the Proposal:

5,999 4,050

7,405 5,000

2015 Annual Budget Adopted

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t the October 15, 2014 regular Board Meeting, the Board approved two budget scenarios pending outcome of the Assessment Increase vote. As a result of the quorum not being achieved, Budget Scenario 1 will be adopted as of January 1, 2015. The details of both budget scenarios can be found on the Governance page of the HSVPOA.org website, under Financials.

At a summary level, the 2015 adopted budget includes a CPI Increase of 2.3% for all lots. This represents an increase of $0.84 per month, moving monthly assessments from $36.68 to $37.52. Member golf fees will increase the equivalent of $1.00 per round. And, water rates will increase from $8.50 per month to

$10.66 per month for the first 5,000 gallons.

Give to the POA Employee Benefit Fund

Show appreciation by providing gift certificates to POA employees through the Village Employees Benefit Fund, which also provides assistance to employees in need. Mail contributions to: Village Employees Benefit Fund, P.O. Box 8503, Hot Springs Village, AR 71910.

In This Issue Board Update............................................................................2 Money Matters.........................................................................3 Notable in Hot Springs Village............................................5 Upcoming Events................................................................. 10

HotSprings Village Property Owners’ Association Advocate 895 DeSoto Blvd. Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Telephone: (501) 922-5556 Email address: administration@hsvpoa.org Website: www.hsvpoa.org Managing Editor: Linda Mayhood Volume XXXVIII, Number 4 POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the POA Advocate, 895 DeSoto Blvd., Hot Springs Village, AR 71909. The Property Owners’ Association Advocate is published quarterly, four times a year, by the Hot Springs Village Property Owners’ Association (POA), 895 DeSoto Blvd., Hot Springs Village, AR 71909. The POA assesses its members $440.16 a year, $1 of which covers the annual subscription price. The publication is distributed to POA members in good standing.

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Money matters Nalley Presents Financials at November 19 Board Meeting

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ot Springs Village ended the month of October with $4.6 million in cash and cash equivalents.

The $3.58 million year over year decrease in cash correlates to the increased assets (mainly water plant).

The decrease in cash from September’s balance relates to the timing of quarterly assessment payments received in September, as well as receipts from bi-monthly utility billing and annual real estate taxes. Receiving 2015 assessment at historical pre-payment levels will determine our ability to fund projected service levels for the remainder of 2014.

Outstanding liabilities total $6.2 million, with $1.8 million related to bond debt and $2.29 million of prepaid assessments and deposits.

At 83 percent into the year, MTD and YTD revenues are $3.03 million and $24.34 million, respectively.

Public Works is forecasted to be under budget in 2014 by $500k. While the golf budget includes an additional $1 million in revenue this year, 2013 golf revenue totaled just over $300k in November and December.

Therefore, we continue to project a $750k budget shortfall in 2014.

MTD and YTD expenses before depreciation are $2.196 million and $21.208 million, respectively. YTD 2014 operational expenses are $375k lower than in 2013 due mainly to filling police vacancies and increased fuel, offset by additional insurance premiums paid by employees.

YTD net excess before depreciation equals $3.1 million with operational subsidies of $2.8 million in Public Safety and $1.1 million in Recreation. YTD capital spending totaled $4.54 million of the $5.76 4 Hot Springs Village Advocate Winter 2014

million budget.

Net YTD results indicate that cash available for 2014 operations and reserves is forecasted to be $1.1 million lower than originally budgeted due to short falls in Golf and

Public Works. The forecasted impact to cash is being monitored and addressed by holding $707k of capital projects and temporarily releasing $432k of reserves.

Total E IT System Installation Underway Total E Integrated installation is currently underway. The company was recently on site at the HSV Administration Building for system and workflow discovery.

The Board approved the purchase/upgrade of the information system software at the September

Financial News

Deliquency Policy Change The board voted at the October regular meeting to revise the Delinquent Assessment Policy, Chapter 1, Article 11, to provide a systemic way to address and write off delinquent accounts for greater focus on balances most collectible, and to possibly re-engage seriously delinquent property owners, according to Lesley Nalley, HSV CFO. This change eliminates inhouse interest calculations, and instead increases the late payment penalty to $7 beginning Jan. 1, 2015, with the penalty being assessed monthly starting with the 31st day of delinquency.

Third party collection fees are unchanged by the new policy. Nalley promises a stronger collection effort going forward.

Pay Annual Renewals It’s time to renew vehicle decal and other annual fees. The

regular meeting. Total E Integrated provides a comprehensive solution to streamline operations and provide real-time reporting. The project of $425,000 will be funded from the $180,000 budgeted in 2014 and the balance of $245,000 planned for in the 2015 budget.

Accounting Department recently mailed renewal forms to members in good standing. Annual fee renewal forms are also available online at HSVPOA.org and at the Administration Building, located at 895 DeSoto Blvd. in Hot Springs Village.

Mail forms and payment information to Property Owners Association, 895 DeSoto Blvd., Hot Springs Village, AR 71909. Members may also bring document and payment information to the Administration Building, weekdays from 8:00 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m. For more information, please call 501-922-5556 or email customerservice@hsvpoa.org.

Receive Utility Billing by Email Sign up for utility billing (water, sewer and sanitation) via email, at NO CHARGE to members. Forms are available to download and print at HSVPOA.org. Bring or mail the completed form to the Administration Building, located at 895 DeSoto Boulevard from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. weekdays or call 501-922-5556.

Notable in Hot Springs Village Celebrate the Season with Ouachita High Country Christmas Events

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oin in the holiday season celebrations at events throughout December.

Reindeer Romp Charity Walk “Romp” along the HSV trails while giving back at the Reindeer Romp, set for Saturday, Dec. 13 at 2:00 p.m. on the Hernando Trail at Grove Park. To register, simply bring an unwrapped toy or any of the following food items: peanut butter, jelly, boxed Mac & cheese, cans of fruit, rice, bags of beans, cans of tuna, peanut butter crackers, or Ramen Noodles to be donated to Rice Depot Backpacks for Kids Program. Enjoy cider, coffee, cocoa and water available, with all proceeds from the sale of the beverages going to the Rice Depot backpacs for Kids Program. This event is sponsored by the HSV Trails Committee and Walmart.

For questions call the Recreation Department at 922-0322.

Children’s Christmas Party Bring your kids and grandkids to

visit with Santa Claus during the Children’s Christmas Party set for Sunday, Dec. 14 at 2:00 p.m. at the Ponce de Leon Center. Activities include writing letters to Santa, making crafts and enjoying punch, cookies and candy canes. Santa Claus will arrive on the Hot Springs Village Fire Truck. Photos with Santa, will be provided courtesy of the HSV Camera Club. This free event is for children 12 and under.

Classic Christmas Movies Watch your favorite classic Christmas movies on the big screen on Dec. 18, 20, and 21 at the Woodlands Auditorium for the low price of only $2 per person at the door.

See classic holiday movies such as Miracle on 34th Street, It’s a Wonderful Life, Elf, Scrooged, and Polar Express. Tickets for matinee and evening showings are on sale at HSVTicketSales.com.

A Ouachita High Country Christmas Calendar Find out about upcoming hol-

iday events in the region in the Ouachita High Country Christmas Calendar, which is available on the HSVPOA.org home page. Calendars are also available at HSV facilities.

Warm Up with Hot Entertainment at the Woodlands Auditorium

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arm up with hot entertainment, coming to the Woodlands Auditorium. Purchase tickets for these and other events at HSVTicketSales.com.

sicianship, Jeremy Davis and Clay Johnson bring their rich friendship and charm to the Woodlands Auditorium stage on Monday, Dec. 15 at 7:30 p.m. Fashioned in the style and swagger of the legendary entertainJeremy Davis and the Fabulous er Frank Sinatra, Davis and JohnEquinox Little Big Band son put their stamp on the Greatest Audiences are falling in love with American songbook, with touchthis high energy show. Along with es of Motown, Ray Charles, Johnthe greatest songs, the best original ny Cash, Elvis and more. Reserved arrangements and phenomenal mu- Seating tickets are $25.00.

Cirque Zuma Zuma Experience the blend between traditional and a wide variety of arts and circus skills done in an African style with Cirque Zuma Zuma, coming to the Woodlands on Friday, Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m. This high energy dance act is part Cirque de Soleil, part Harlem Globetrotters, but above all it is fast paced and full of acrobatic ingenuity. Reserved Seating tickets are $25.00.

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Notable In Hot Springs Village Member Advantage Program Offers Golf at Troon Courses

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Planning a trip in the coming months? Take advantage of great golf rates offered to HSV members at Troonmanaged facilities.

HSV members in good standing and up to three guests may enjoy great courses at incredible rates around the world. Tee times may be made up to 30 days in advance and are subject to availability.

To schedule a tee time, go to TroonAdvantage.com and click on the region you want to visit for courses available in that area.

Click on the Request a Tee Time link by the course you want to play and the Troon Advantage Tee Time Request Form will open in a separate box. Fill out all required information and hit submit. Be sure to enter your HSVPOA number, located under the bar code on your member ID card, in the Home Club Membership # box. (Do not enter your LBA number.)

Your request will be processed and you will receive confirmation of your tee time reservation by email or

Troon North Golf Club, Scottsdale, Ariz.

phone. To avoid cancellation fees, please submit requests for cancellation or modification of your tee time at least 48 hours in advance.

For more information go to TroonAdvantage.com or call 501-922-5149. Please note: HSV members do not need a Troon Card to play at Troon-managed facilities.

Ray Metz Begins Working as New HSV Director of Golf Ray Metz, the new Director of Golf at Hot Springs VilCabos, Mexico for five years. This outstanding facility lage, brings with him a wealth of experience, having spent was the recipient of a host of accolades including being the past 15 years managing some of the world’s most luxchosen as one of Golf Magazine’s ‘Top 10 International urious golf clubs in North America, Dubai and Spain on Resorts’ in 2007. Travel & Leisure Golf also deemed Palbehalf of Troon Golf. Ray’s career includes two years milla the ‘Best Resort Course in Mexico and Latin managing the private Knollwood Country Club in America’ in 2006 and 2007.

West Bloomfield, Mich., and three years overseeing Previous successful tenures included two years Conestoga Golf Club in Mesquite, Nevada. While managing Cabo del Sol Golf Club in Cabo San Lumanaging Conestoga Golf Club, the facility was voted cas, Mexico, a 36-hole facility which was voted one fifth best golf course in Nevada by Golf Digest. of the ‘100 Best Golf Courses in the World’ by Golf Metz Ray also spent 10 years working internationally with Magazine from 1994 through 2007.

Troon. His international clubs included Club de Campo Ray began his career with Troon Golf in 1999 overseeLa Zagaleta, located in Marbella, Spain where he transiing the pre-opening and operation of Maderas Golf Club tioned the most exclusive private country club in Europe in San Diego, Calif. into the Troon Prive portfolio.

Throughout his career, Ray has strived to achieve an Ray also spent two years in Dubai, as the General Manunparalleled level of guest service, agronomy standards ager at Troon’s flagship in the Middle East, The Montgomand overall experience at the facilities he has managed by erie Dubai. Ray was responsible for the total operation of implementing the Troon Golf benchmarks proven to be the facility including golf operations, membership sales, successful at over 200 properties across the world. food and beverage, hotel lodging, pool and fitness facility Ray and his wife, Peggy who also comes from the golf along with the golf academy. industry as Vice President of Titleist by Corbin, have a Additional international assignments, Ray was General combined 60-plus years in the golf industry. They are Manager of the Jack Nicklaus Signature Design 27-holes both from the Midwest and feel right at home in Hot at Palmilla Golf Club, part of the Palmilla resort in Los Springs Village.

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Notable in Hot Springs Village HSV Fire Department Improves HSV ISO Rating The Hot Springs Village Fire Department (HSV FD) has recently been awarded a new Insurance Service Office (ISO) rating 4, which will take effect on Feb. 1, 2015.

Obtaining this lowered rating places the HSV FD in the top 35 percent of all Fire Departments in the U.S. The HSV FD constantly monitors its operating efficiency to find ways to improve its performance in both emergency and non-emergency responses, according to Fire Chief Jason Miller. “By increasing its effectiveness, a department creates a safer community and in turn affects the insurance rating for property owners in a positive manner,” he said. “The fire department will continue to constantly monitor its operating efficiency and find ways to improve its performance in both emergency and nonemergency responses to create a safer community,” said

Golf News

Shotgun Season Begins Dec. 1 Golf shotgun season began Dec. 1. Balboa, DeSoto, Granada, and Magellan Golf Courses will have shotgun starts at 11:00 a.m. each day. Coronado, Cortez and Ponce de Leon Golf Courses will continue to schedule normal tee times. Isabella Golf Course will have tee times from 10:28 a.m.-12:12 p.m. starting on all three nines, Nina, Pinta and Santa Maria. Click here for tee times.

Covering Bermuda Greens Bermuda greens, like those on the DeSoto and Magellan Golf Courses, are covered in extended periods of freezing weather as a precaution to the turf.

However, it is not necessary to cover the greens every time it gets below freezing. The determination to cover greens is based on type of cold temperatures and whether or not moisture is present. Bermuda greens must be kept moist so if temperatures are cold and dry, then greens could be covered. When a thin layer of ice is present, this will hold the temperature of the ground at 32 degrees and the greens will not need to be covered. Dry weather allows the water to slowly release into the greens as the ice thaws.

2015 Golf Calendar Posted The 2015 Golf Calendar is now Available online.

Miller, who also noted he is hopeful these improvements will positively affect the insurance rating for property owners.

The ISO’s Public Protection Classification Program helps establish appropriate fire insurance premiums for residential and commercial properties offering reliable, up-to-date information about a community’s fireprotection services. The program provides an objective, countrywide standard that helps fire departments in planning and budgeting for facilities, equipment, and training.

Permitting & Inspections Update Are you planning to build a new home or add an addition?

Then consider submitting your permits through the online Permitting & Inspections (P&I) software system.

This system allows members to submit permitting applications, download procedural documents and more from a computer or mobile device.

To check the status of submitted applications and inspections, go to www.hsvpoa.org | Services | Permitting & Inspection and click on Submit a Permit, Download a Procedural Document or Submit a Code Enforcement Violation. You must create an account to use this online service. For more information, call P&I at 501-922-5562.

2014 Permits Issued P&I reports the following permits have been issued through November 2014: 38 new homes, 1,218 additions, 11 seawalls, 26 propane tanks, 218 landscaping, 29 sprinkler systems, 29 boat docks, 47 commercial additions and 243 signs.

Deer Hunt Continues The 2014 Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP), the archery only deer hunt, is currently underway. The hunt is regulated by the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission (AGFC). A total of 35 deer were reported harvested as of November 18. The hunt will continue through December 15.

Mt. Carmel Plans Phase 3 in Spring Mt. Carmel Retirement Community plans to begin construction on Phase 3, which includes 22 garden homes and a community building/club house, in the spring.

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Notable In Hot Springs Village West Gate Project Continues With Sculpture, Fountain Installation

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he Hot Springs Village West Gate North Fountain project is nearing completion with the recent installation of the “iconic” E. Faye Jones replica sculpture as well as fountains at both ponds.

The north fountain and sculpture, created by noted Arkansas architect E. Faye Jones, was dismantled due to disrepair. Now the waters are flowing and iconic sculpture stands proudly, once again welcoming members and guests alike to Hot Springs Village.

The restoration of the entire West Gate Entrance, a landmark which has welcomed guests for many years, should be complete by end of the year, says Jason Temple, Director of Public Works, barring weather and construction delays.

The new LED lighting system for the North Pond is also up and running. The system includes LED lights that have a full spectrum of color and lighting adjustments. Temple noted the system has been programmed with several settings that can be adjusted according to the season/holiday including shows for Christmas, Thanksgiving, July 4 and more. Be on the lookout for announcements about fountain lighting displays.

Savings Allow Improvements The West Gate project is under budget, thanks to skills of HSV employees. “Doing the project ‘in-house’ by managing our own general contracting, scheduling and coordination enabled us to come in under budget and provided enough savings for much needed upgrades,” said Temple.

These upgrades include West Gate entrance signage and landscaping.

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Restored West Gate Fountain stalled for the North pond, an investment that will improve pond maintenance, according to Temple.

The Village Men’s Garden Club has done most of the landscaping, with Al Edmonson in charge of the landscaping design work and signs, according to Temple.

The median at the West Gate has been upgraded with the installation of the flag pole, a historical marker and signage. The South Pond has also been upgraded with the installation of a new floating fountain.

“It was a huge team effort that has produced a great result and added value to the Village,” says Temple, noting the hard work of Hot Springs Village employees, the Public Works Committee, the Village Men’s Garden Club and various contractors.

“In spite of delays, with the budget savings and improvements, this is a project we can all be proud of,” says Temple. “It’s definitely worth the wait.”

Public Works Paves, Stripes, Patches and More

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rom patching and striping to paving and mowing, maintaining roadways is a necessary task for the Hot Springs Village Public Works Department. Each year, a substantial portion of the budget is allocated for this purpose. Public Works crews work hand in hand with outside contractors to provide the best service at the most affordable prices.

Paving: In 2014, a total of 18 miles will be completed by the end of the year including eight miles of crack sealing, five miles of micro surfaced residential streets, five miles of super paved high priority roads and resurfacing the HSV Administration parking lot.

Patching: Where there are roads, there will be pot holes and Public Works crews work hard to fill those

holes in a timely manner. In 2014, a total of 408 pot holes have been repaired. This number includes 258 pot holes that were reported in 2013 and 2014 and 150 unreported holes.

New Roads: This year a little over one half mile of new roads were built including portions on Fenix Way (0.20 miles), at the Water Treatment Plant (0.12 miles), the East Gate Bypass lane (0.11 miles) and the DeSoto Trail (0.12 miles).

Striping: Hot Springs Village is a beautiful place to bike and this year biking stencils and signs were added on DeSoto Blvd., in an effort to become more bike friendly.

In addition, the cart path crossings were restriped, 9.7 miles of DeSoto Boulevard was touched up and the PAVING continued on page 9

Notable In Hot Springs Village Hot Springs Village Offers Fun Events and Activities for Everyone

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ot Springs Village has a true sense of community where neighbors and guests get together throughout the year for a variety of events from holiday celebrations and special events to monthly Rock Porch music sessions.

From outdoor sports and golf to high quality entertainment, Hot Springs Village offers something for everyone.

Ouachita Rod & Gun Club The Ouachita Rod & Gun Club is focused on bringing folks together to celebrate our sporting traditions. We believe in good fun, food and fellowship in the great outdoors. It doesn’t matter if you are seasoned by years in the outdoors or just want to meet new friends. There is a place for you in the Ouachita Rod & Gun Club.

Join today at OuachitaRodGun.com.

State Weeks Share Hot Springs Village with your friends and family during upcoming State Weeks. Visitors enjoy the best of Hot Springs Village at FOCCL Donates Library Supplies

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hanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Coronado Center Library (FOCCL), the Coronado Library now has more than $5,775 in new library supplies, including new furniture, message board, computer hardware, audio books and DVD’s. The group’s support has helped to make a great amenity even better for Hot Springs Village members.

great rates with a valid state ID. It’s a great opportunity for guests to experience the wonderful amenities Hot Springs Village has to offer. For 2015 state weeks, go to HSVStateWeeks. com.

Basecamp Hike in the new year with Basecamp on Jan. 1 at the Lake Ouachita State Park. Basecamp is your launching point to outdoor adventure. It’s not a club, just a group of outdoor enthusiasts who want to play and explore. Surrounded by the Ouachita National Forest, the Ouachita Mountains and numerous lakes, rivers and streams, there is easy access to some of the best mountain trails, wilderness areas and waterways in the state.

For more information, go to BasecampAR.com.

Ouachita Sports Trails The Ouachita Sports Trail spotlights the best outdoor recreation in the region. Here you can play as many as 207 holes of golf, explore pristine waterways and hike ridgeline trails to awe-inspiring vistas. For more information, go to PlayOST.com.

SAVE THE DATE: TRItheVillage Sprint Triathon June 13, 2015 Hot Springs Village, go to HSVTicketSales.com.

Ouachita High Country Online Learn more about life in the Ouachitas with the Ouachita High Country magazine. Check it out at OuachitaHighCountry.com.

Upcoming Events For the latest upcoming events in PAVING continued from page 8 Administration Parking Lot was restriped.

Culverts: In 2013-14, a study of culverts in HSV was conducted to determine which were failing or most likely to fail. From that list, Public Works began working to replace those culverts. In 2014, 30 CMP culverts were replaced using

an outside contractor and six CMP culverts were replaced in-house.

Mowing: More than 600 miles of mowing along both sides of roadways were completed during the growing season in Hot Springs Village. This includes mowing DeSoto Blvd. a total of four times, mowing major road ways three times and mowing residential streets twice.

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Upcoming Events Coronado Community Center, CCC; Coronado Tennis Center, CTC; Ponce de Leon Center, Ponce; Casa de Carta, CDC; Woodlands Auditorium, Woodlands

DECEMBER

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Merry Mixers, CCC ASO Christmas, Woodlands Cocoa, Cookies and Carols, CCC Village Chorale, Woodlands A Team, CCC Ark. Blood Institute Drive, Ponce HS Concert Band, Woodlands Country Two Steppers, CCC Reindeer Romp, Grove Park Celebration of Lights, Grove Park Children’s Christmas Party, Ponce

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ORG Membership Party & Social Dinner, CCC Jeremy Davis and the Fabulous Little Big Band, Woodlands Ark. Blood Institute Drive, CCC A Team, CCC Board Meeting, Ponce A Team, CCC Christmas Movies, Woodlands Village Merry Mixers, CCC Christmas Movies, Woodlands

21 Rhythm Jam, Woodlands Lobby 21 Christmas Movies, Woodlands 31 New Year’s Eve Party, Balboa Club

JANUARY

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A Team, CCC Lions Bingo, CCC Village Merry Mixers, CCC Rhythm Jam, Woodlands Lobby Movie Night, Woodlands Board Meeting, Ponce

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A Team, CCC Chef ’s Table, CCC Tunes of Tuesday, CCC A Team, CCC FOCCL presents, CCC

FEBRUARY

14 Valentine Dinner/Dance, Balboa Club 15 Rhythm Jam, Woodlands Lobby 16 Movie Night, Woodlands 17 COC Awards, CCC 17 Mardi Gras Party, Balboa Club 18 Regular Meeting, Ponce 18 A Team, CCC 20 Lions Bingo, CCC

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Village Merry Mixers, CCC Golf & Rec Expo, CCC Tennis Open House, CTC Tunes of Tuesday, CCC A Team, CCC FOCCL Presents, CCC FOCCL Trivia Night, CCC

11 A Team, CCC 15 Rhythm Jam, Grove Park 16-19 Tennis Free for All, CTC 16 Movie Night, Woodlands 18 Regular Meeting, Ponce 18 A Team, CCC 19 Ouachita Speakers Series, Ponce 20 Lions Bingo, CCC 21 Village Merry Mixers, CCC

22 HSVTA Fun Sunday, CTC 26 FOCCL Presents, CCC 27-29 Spring Fling, Village Card Club 30 Take a Walk in the Park, Grove Park 31 Tunes of Tuesday, CCC

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Basecamp Hike in the New Year Lions Bingo, CCC Work Session, Ponce A Team, CCC Colt & the Old 45s, Woodlands

1 Super Bowl Party, CCC 3-6 Adam Trent, Woodlands 4 Work Session, Ponce 4 A Team, CCC 6 Lions Bingo, CCC 10 Valentine Cabaret, CCC 11 A Team, CCC 13 Cirque Zuma Zuma, Woodlands

MARCH

3-6 100 Years of Broadway, Woodlands 3 Fitness Center Open House, CFC 4 Work Session, Ponce 4 A Team, CCC 6 Lions Bingo, CCC 7 Vienna Boys Choir, Woodlands 7 Rock Porch Session, Grove Park 9-13 Tennis Free for All, CTC

Hot Springs Village Important Numbers EMERGENCY Main Number COO/GM Assistant GM Accounting Fire Non Emergency Golf Marketing P&I Police Non Emergency Public Works Recreation Tee Times Visitor Center

911 501-922-5556 customerservice@hsvpoa.org dtwiggs@hsvpoa.org 501-922-5530 lmayhood@hsvpoa.org 501-922-5541 accounting@hsvpoa.org 501-922-5556 jmiller@hsvpoa.org 501-922-2210 rmetz@hsvpoa.org 501-922-5549 dbotkin@hsvpoa.org 501-922-5561 bellison@hsvpoa.org 501-922-5562 gadams@hsvpoa.org 501-922-0011 jtemple@hsvpoa.org 501-922-5528 sheffer@hsvpoa.org 501-922-0322 teetimes@hsvpoa.org 501-922-2858 vc@hsvpoa.org 866-984-9963