Woodlake News – June 2015
Summer is nearly here and so is the hot weather. This means more people will be using the swimming pool to cool off.Recently we had an issue with someone defecating in the pool. When this happens the pool must be closed for approximately 24 hours so the on-site staff can sanitize the pool, (shocking it by super-chlorinating the water). If you bring small children to the pool please make sure that no children wearing diapers are allowed in the pool unless wearing protective and sealed swimsuits. Also remember that proper swimsuit attire must be worn by all. NO STREET CLOTHES ALLOWED.
We have had several complaints about people partying and playing loud music in the parking lots around Woodlake. The Woodlake Rules & Regulations policy states that: “No loitering is permitted in the common areas. For the purpose of this rule loitering will be defined as: All owners/tenants who congregate in front of their units drinking alcohol, playing loud music or any way disturb or annoy the occupants of any units in the complex, or do or permit anything to be done which will interfere with the rights, comfort, or convenience of the other owners or tenants, will be fined immediately.”
In closing we would like to remind everyone that bird feeders are not allowed anywhere in Woodlake. Upon approval, humming bird feeders and bird house may be allowed. Your cooperation and help with all of the above matters will be greatly appreciated.
March Spring Cleaning
Welcome spring, everyone! The Woodlake Board is as happy as you are that it is now March and the winter will be ending soon. We’re all looking forward to warm weather, flowers, and plenty of sunshine.
Along with this feeling of celebration comes the need, however, for everyone to do their part to help Woodlake “clean up” for spring. We are asking every tenant and every owner to work diligently over the course of the next few weeks to clean up their front yards and back yards around their condo. This spring and summer we want Woodlake to showcase its “best” side to potential homebuyers, and to do that all front yards and patios need to be cleaned up. PLEASE NOTE: CLEAN UP MUST BE COMPLETED BY MARCH 30. IF YOU AS OWNER/TENANT FAIL TO MEET THIS DEADLINE, CORRECTIVE ACTION WILL BE TAKEN IN THE FORM OF A WARNING AND/OR INITIAL FINE.
Specifically, here are a few areas that need particular attention:
- Remove/throw away excess pots that will not be used for flowers or plants.
- Remove any garbage, old towels, kitchen items, trash, cigarette butts, or personal items meant for indoors from your patio or front entrance.
- Remove HOUSE furniture from any front or back of any unit. ONLY lawn furniture is permitted on back patios.
Furthermore, please observe the following Woodlake rules and take action accordingly:
- No article shall be hung or shaken from the doors or windows, or placed upon the windowsills of the units, with the exception of hanging plants and decorative wreaths. If properly displayed, the current United States flag is allowed. All other flags must be approved in advance.
- No bicycles, scooters, baby carriages, or similar vehicles or toys, or any personal articles shall be allowed to stand in any of the Common Areas or sidewalks. Common Areas include all areas adjacent to and immediately beyond the patios and entrance doors. No lawn furniture, picnic tables, potted plants, or garden hoses are allowed on the grassy areas. Landscaping edging is not permitted without consent from the Board of Directors. The following items only are allowed on the patio area: lawn furniture, cooking grills, plants, bicycles, and children’s riding toys. ITEMS WHICH ARE PROHIBITED INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING: FIREWOOD, SHELVING UNITS, BOXES, MOTORCYCLES, AND PLASTIC BABY POOLS. Exceptions to those rules may be approved only by the Regime.
- Each Owner or Tenant shall keep his unit in a good state of preservation and cleanliness, and shall not sweep or throw, or permit to be swept or thrown therefrom, or from the windows thereof, any dirt or substances. Littering is prohibited.
- All garbage and refuse from the units shall be deposited with care IN garbage containers.
- Any Owner or Tenant wishing to plant flowers, trees, or shrubs outside of their patio area must obtain permission from the Board of Directors before doing so. Each Owner and Tenant who does so will be responsible for replacement, upkeep, or damage to such flowers, trees or shrubs.
- Firewood must not be stored next to buildings or patios unless on an approved rack. It must be stored at least two feet from the building and placed on a storage rack adjacent to the A/C condenser unit, so as not to hinder the pedestrian movement in the common areas. Other Storage sites must be approved by the Regime. Colored tarps are not permitted to shelter firewood.
- The Board of Directors and/or its Managing Agent reserves the right to limit outside displays related to holidays, weddings, birthdays, etc.
Again, we are looking forward to spring and appreciate everyone’s help in cleaning up Woodlake!
Holiday Decorating Contest and Food Drive for The Deep Well Project
Woodlake Villas Holiday Decorating Contest
Once again the Woodlake volunteers are sponsoring the holiday decorating contest. Prizes will be awarded for first ($100), second ($75) and third ($50) place.
Judging will take place on Sunday, December 21 and prizes will be awarded on the following Monday. Let’s all get busy and light Woodlake up once more!
Food Drive for The Deep Well Project
Woodlake is excited to announce that as a special charitable endeavor this season, we will be collecting non-perishable food items for the Deep Well Project from December 10 until December 20. Please bring your donations to the Woodlake Office where there will be a special box to place the donations. The Deep Well Project is a local non-profit organization that has supported families and individuals in need since 1973.
Woodlake News – October 2014
Yard Sale
Woodlake will be having its Community Yard Sale on October 25, 2014 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. If you wish to participate, clean out your closets, and make some extra cash, here is your chance! The pool parking area will be available to set up for the sale, or you can set up on the sidewalk in front of your villa. Please do not use parking spaces in front of the villas for setting up. Woodlake will provide yard sale signs for the front entrance.
Community Library
Just a reminder that the community room is still accepting and loaning out books for residents to read. Anyone wishing to donate books is encouraged to do so. We welcome books for all ages to read.
Pedestrian Gate
The pedestrian gate is working! Please be sure to bring your amenities pass to get in and out after 11 p.m. Any pedestrians caught using the vehicle gates to enter or exit the property will be issued a fine.
Pool closed July 15
The pool will be closed today for chlorination. We expect to open again tomorrow morning at the regular time.
Woodlake News – July 2014
The number of Woodlake residents enjoying the pool, fitness center, and community room has far exceeds our expectations. Woodlake is pleased that so many people are able to use and enjoy the amenities. Unfortunately, many of the pool and fitness rules are being abused or ignored. When this happens closures are needed to conduct the proper maintenance, thereby depriving every one of the use of the facilities. This situation requires monitoring of these areas more closely. Anyone found to be violating the rules risk having their amenities pass turned off. If that happens, a formal appeal process will be followed if they are to be reinstated. One of the pool rules that will be enforced is a limit of two (2) guests per villa, and the Woodlake resident must accompany their guests. All residents must bring their pass to the pool. Please do not share or give out your pass. We will be performing random checks of the facilities to ensure that residents are following the rules. There are only a few residents that seem to continue to not follow these rules but this affects all Woodlake residents.
Have a safe and fun summer!
Pool closed June 9
The pool will be closed today for chlorination and will reopen tomorrow morning (June 10).
Community Picnic, June 8 from 1-5 p.m.
COMMUNITY PICNIC MENU
SUNDAY, JUNE 8, 2014
1:00 P.M. TO 5:00 P.M.
Woodlake will provide:
- Hotdogs
- Hamburgers
- Buns
- Condiments
- Snack chips (Potato chips, cheetos, Fritos etc.)
- Soft Drinks (including soda, non carbonated, diet and water selections)
- Picnic ware (paper plate, disposable tableware, napkins)
Residents should bring:
- Salads (tossed potato, macaroni, etc.)
- Side dishes (deviled eggs, baked beans, macaroni &cheese)
- Desserts
Woodlake staff will be on hand to:
- Set up coolers and ice down drinks
- Set up tables and chairs
- Cook hamburgers and hot dogs
Hourly prize give-aways for adults, teens and children!
Grand Prize give-aways at 5:00 P.M!
1 Adult Grand Prize
1 Teenage Grand Prize
1 Child Grand Prize
The Woodlake Board of Directors and our staff have been working hard so that we can have an enjoyable community picnic. We hope that everyone can attend the festivities here at the Woodlake pool.
Come and Picnic at the pool with us!
Woodlake News – June 2014
It’s time for SUMMERFUN or Summer Frustration – We need your help!
Woodlake Villas is proud of the many amenities made available to our residents. We are particularly proud of having one of the cleanest, sparkling clear pools on the island. Our fitness center is also kept cool, clean, and comfortable. We want everyone to have fun, but we also want everyone to know that the pool and fitness center are safe, clean, and inviting. To do this, we must ask everyone to follow the simple rules that have been established:
Pool:
- Please rinse off before entering the pool. Two rinsing stations/showers are available. By rinsing off before entering the pool, excess lotions, sweat, hair spray, deodorants, etc. come off in the rinse, not the pool.
- Please wear proper swimming attire. No street clothes are allowed in the pool.
- Please use the restroom before entering the pool. Parents should remind their children to take restroom breaks when needed. Remember the old saying: “We don’t swim in your toilet, please don’t pee in our pool.”
- No children wearing diapers in pool unless wearing protective and sealed swim suits. While it might seem cute, no naked babies in the pool, please.
Note: Woodlake closely monitors our pool’s cleanliness. When the above rules are not followed, we must close the pool and “shock” it with chlorination treatment to restore the clean and sparkling water we all enjoy. Each time we are forced to “shock” the pool, the pool must be closed and additional funds must be spent. Help keep your pool open and your monthly fees/rent down by following these rules.
Fitness Center:
- If you bring your children to the fitness center and they are under the age of 13, they must stay in the lounge area.
- No food or drinks are permitted in the fitness center.
Pool and Fitness Center:
- Please do not let strangers into the pool or fitness area unless you are willing to be financially responsible for them.
- No chewing gum allowed in the pool or fitness center areas.
- Failure to follow the rules may result in fines and loss of amenities privileges.