HUNTER’S GREEN Community News Volume XV Number 3 May/June 2014 Hunter’s Green Elementary School Task Force The HGCA Board asked fellow Board member, Liz Wortley, to develop the Hunter’s Green Elementary School Task Force to begin working to identify ways to return our namesake grade school to the Blue Ribbon A rating it once held. The Board recognized that our efforts needed to be focused at how we can help going forward and with that in mind we have gathered pertinent data, discussed possible solutions and considered the many dynamics of the community’s concerns. One factor reviewed by the Task Force is the impact of SchoolChoice, a program whereby students can choose to attend other area schools within our choice area instead of their home school. We currently have more than 100 Hunter’s Green students who have elected to attend other schools. This contributes to lower enrollment numbers which then becomes a catalyst for balancing to achieve enrollment requirements for the school’s capacity. The HGCA Board of Directors has reached out to the Hillsborough County School District for their consideration in regard to a possible re-districting or boundary adjustments that could alleviate crowding at other area schools such as Hilda Turner and Pride Elementary thereby returning students to Hunter’s Green. We have made positive inroads with community residents volunteering at the school. Our talks with Principal McMeen have been successful in identifying the problems and positive ways that our group can impact the school. We want to encourage Hunter’s Green families to come back and help the school reclaim the former status. We will continue to provide information on the progress of the Task Force in our newsletters. If you are interested in making a positive contribution to the task force, please email Liz Wortley at lwtampa@msn.com. Welcome New New Hunter’s Hunter’s Welcome Green Residents BROOKFIELD OAK CREST CYPRESS RIDGE OAK TRACE Bernhard Schenek Dr. Jim Ghilzon Alistair & Swati Arani Aspee & Grethe Arani Anatha & Sriraja Arumilli Elizabeth Yakubu-Okogbaa OSPREY POINTE MDTR, LLC Jason & Deborah Clark DEER CREEK Jill Fedewa & Todd Fullett ESPRIT PARKSIDE Nicholas Shoffner, Angelica Mielke Felicia Hudgins, Patrick Lauritz Theodore Dwyer Mohamed Mubasher & Raga Omer Jerry Elmore & Kristina Elmore HEATHER DOWNS Sharon & Lindsay Lioen Richard B. Johnson HERITAGE OAKS Sunil & Monisha Gupta Craig Wilson Leslie & Amanda-Jane Leslie Jodee Meisenhlder & Daniel Carmone STONEBRIDGE Victoria & Joh Miceli WATERFORDE Angel P. Acey & Tyrone Hayden Travis & Logan Wilt WYNSTONE Samer Mubarak Susan Tiffany Wendy Vega-Parra & Keisel Castaneda-Cordova NATHAN’S COURT Jose Orsini A Note from the Association Office Tracy Lang, LCAM Dear Residents: With the onset of spring, Hunter’s Green begins its list of improvements and maintenance in preparation for a busy summer season. This year, the Board of Directors has approved a number of exciting improvements. The resurfacing of our sports courts including the tennis and basketball courts at Nathaniel Hunter Park will begin on May 5th with completion anticipated on May 16th. The courts will be closed during that time, so we ask that you make alternate arrangements during this time. The courts are for the enjoyment of our homeowners, residents and their accompanied guests. Please limit your play to one hour while others are waiting. No reservations can be made for these common area courts and extended play, exclusive use by any group, person or persons is not permitted. Please note that the courts may NOT be used in the transaction of any business or for individual profit in any manner. We are also planning some enhancements to our main playground located at Nathaniel Hunter Park. The sand will be removed and replaced with synthetic mulch. The new mulch will provide a cleaner more sanitary environment for our little ones and it meets the ASTM 1292 requirements and will provide better cushioning from falls. The changeover should be complete by May 2nd. The Board also continues to systematically move through Hunter’s Green with the re-paving of our roads. On the schedule for 2014-15 are Hunter’s Lake Drive and Hunter’s Oak Drive. This will also include the removal of the existing Bomanite entries, which will be eliminated and replaced with asphalt. We hope these improvements continue to make Hunter’s Green a desirable community in which to live and play. The HGCA Board and Association staff values the commitment to keep Hunter’s Green maintained at the level our homeowners and residents have come to expect. If you ever have any questions that I can answer for you, please do not hesitate to contact me at 813-991-4818. Hunter’s Green Community News www.HuntersGreen.com TERESA ROGERS, P.A., Realtor®, CRS, CLHMS Phone: 813‐240‐4995 Phone: 813 240 4995 E‐mail: Teresa@TeresaRogers.com The right Realtor® can make your home buying or selling g process p easier and more profitable. p A Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), with years of experience and success, can help you make smart decisions in a fast-paced, complex and competitive marketplace. To earn the CRS Designation Designation, Realtors® must demonstrate outstanding professional achievements-including high volume sales -- and pursue advanced training in areas such as finance, marketing, and technology. 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You will learn the fundamentals of floral arranging, design principles, and common techniques while creating a masterpiece. Hunter’s Green Community News www.HuntersGreen.com Welcome New Hunter’s Green Residents SPRING TRASH AND TREASURE SALE The buyers showed up, the rain held off, and a good time was had by all. We had furniture, empanadas, Girl Scout cookies, tools, jewelry, handbags, lemonade, coffee and donuts, clothing, books and more! There were crowds at the tables, and some of the vendors sold out early. The parking lot and Highland Oak Drive were filled to capacity with people looking for bargains. It was a great success! Be sure to join us for the Fall Trash and Treasure Sale which will be held on: Saturday, October 4, 2014. Hunter’s Green Community News www.HuntersGreen.com TEETH IN A DAY WISDOM IS GIVING AWAY A • 3D X-RAY CONE BEAM • FULL MOUTH EXTRACTION • 8 IMPLANTS AND ABUTMENTS SUPPORTING YOUR BRIDGE OF TEETH TO ONE LUCKY PATIENT! 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D7210, D7230, D7240, WISDOM D7220, TEETH D0383, D6010, D6056, D6057 FOR FOUR WISDOM TEETH EXTRACTION, BONE GRAFT, PATIENTS ONLY [EXP 8/31/14] *SPECIAL IS FOR NON-INSURED IMPLANT, ABUTMENT, 3D X-RAY ICAT $ 2,499 D0383, D6010, D6056, D6057 *SPECIAL IS FOR NON-INSURED PATIENTS EXTRACTION, BONE GRAFT, ONLY [EXP 8/31/14] D7140,D7210, D7250, D7953, D6056, D0383ICAT IMPLANT, ABUTMENT, 3DD6057, X-RAY 2,499 CONSULT AND X-RAY NOT INCLUDED, FEE FOR SERVICE. (EXP 8/31/14) GENERAL DENTISTRY PRACTICE LIMITED TO ORAL SURGERY. THE PATIENT AND ANY OTHER PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT HAS *SPECIAL IS FOR NON-INSURED PATIENTS A RIGHT D7230, TO REFUSE TO PAY, OR CANCEL PAYMENT OR BE REIMBURSED FOR PAYMENT FOR ANY OTHER SERVICES, EXAMINATION, OR D7210, D7220, D7240, ONLY [EXP 8/31/14] TREATMENT WHICH IS PERFORMED AS A RESULT OF AND WITHIN 72 HOURS OF RESPONDING TO THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR THE $ D9220, D9221 D7140,D7210, D7250, D7953, D6057, D0383 ARE MINIMUM FEES ONLY. FREE, DICOUNTED FEE, OR REDUCED FEE SERVICES, EXAMINATION OR D6056, TREATMENT, FEES QUOTED SUNSHINE STATE Window Washing 813.949.1392 094918-01 R PAÑOL RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL EXTRACTION, BONE GRAFT, MULTI-LEVEL HOMES • ICAT FREE ESTIMATES IMPLANT, ABUTMENT, 3D X-RAY CONSULT AND X-RAY NOT PATIENTS ONLY [EXP 8/31/14] PATIENTS ONLY [EXP 8/31/14] FOR FOUR WISDOM TEETH 1,999 $ *SPECIAL IS FOR NON-INSURED 094918-01 ABUTMENTS R BRIDGE $ $ D7210, D7220, D7230, D7240, D9220, D9221 D7140, D7210, D7250, D7953, D6056, D6057, D0383, D6065 T!AM ACTION L *EL DOCTOR HABLA ESPAÑOL IMPLANT, ABUTMENT, 3D X-RAY ICAT 094918-01 FREE IMPLANT A DAY TS ALL IN ONE VISIT! DENTAL SURGERY EYVISIT! No Time to Clean IMPLANT TEETH SPECIALS! SPECIAL Windows? 1,999 1,999 BELTRAN ADDITIONAL PROCEDURES MAY BE REQUIRED BY LAW, STANDARDS OF CARE OR DIAGNOSIS, ALL AT REGULAR FEES NOT VALID WITH INSURANCE. ONE PER FAMILY. EXTRA FEE FOR SAME DAY SERVICES AND FOR IMPLANTS. ENDODONTIST AND PERIODONTIST ARE LICENSED FLORIDA ASSOCIATES. 8709 Hunters Green Dr. Suite 200 | Tampa, FL 33647 | 813-373-4573 | www.beltrandentalsurgery.com Ann Carlson Mark Pacheco 813-716-5724 813-298-7267 Kw_Ann@Yahoo.com Mark@MrNewTampa.com 17 Year Hunter’s Green Resident 20 Year Hunter’s Green Resident Latest Award - 2013 KW Regional Top Producer #1 REAL ESTATE SALES TEAM IN HUNTER’S GREEN New Listing New Listing New Listing www.TeamNewTampa.com Hunter’s Green Community News www.HuntersGreen.com Pending AN EGG-CEPTIONAL HUNT! The park was filled with brightly colored eggs eager for finding by the children of Hunter’s Green. As the various age groups hunted their eggs, the rest of the children, parents and grandparents were kept busy with refreshments, a coloring contest, dancing with our DJ, face painting and contests. Look at all of the happy faces! Special thanks to the volunteers for making this a great event! Ages 0-3 Winners: Colton and Lindsey Voss Ages 4-6 Winner : Mia Browning Ages 7 and Up Winner: Patrick Uhler Coloring Contest Winner: Maverick Mora Ages 7 and Up Winner: Julia Christiansen Jelly Bean Contest Winner: Pam O’Shaughnessy Hunter’s Green Community News www.HuntersGreen.com Hunter’s Green Community News www.HuntersGreen.com Got Leash? Top Reasons to Leash Your Dog 1) It’s the Law of Your Land….and you agreed to it. The HGCA governing documents specifically require all dogs outside of their residence to be on leash. When you moved to Hunter’s Green, you agreed to abide by these covenants. 2) Everyone is entitled to quiet and equal enjoyment of the common areas and should not have to deal with an off-leash dog for any reason. 3) Not everyone is able to withstand being sniffed, chased, or jumped on by your dog. Even good dogs sometimes jump up and to a small child or fearful adult, this is very frightening. 4) It’s the right thing to do. J UST G RILLIN | DESIGNING AND BUILDING OUTDOOR LIVING ROOMS SINCE 2004. B r i n g i n g d r e a m s to l i f e • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • F R O M T H E I N I T I A L D E S I G N C O N S U LTAT I O N T O I N S TA L L AT I O N , J U S T G R I L L I N ’ S P R O F E S S I O N A L S TA F F E N S U R E S T H E D E L I V E RY O F Q U A L I T Y W O R K A N D G R E AT C U S T O M E R S E R V I C E T H AT E V E RY C L I E N T D E S E R V E S . 1 1 7 4 3 N . D A L E M A B RY H W Y TA M PA , F L O R I D A | 8 1 3 - 9 6 2 - 1 7 0 0 | W W W. J U S T G R I L L I N F L O R I D A . C O M Hunter’s Green Community News www.HuntersGreen.com ball courts at Nathaniel The tennis Hunter park and willbasketbe Welcome New Hunter’s A Call to Serve ball courts at Nathaniel CLOSED for resurfacing BOD Elections – August 12, 2014 Hunter park will be Green Residents from May 5 and will Make a Difference in Your CLOSED for resurfacing Community Every year Hunter’s Green puts out a call for candidates to serve on the master Asso~ ciation Board of Directors. This year’s election of the Board of Directors’ is set for August 12, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. While it is only May now, August will be here before you know it. The term for directors is currently one year and will run from October 1, 2014 to Sep~ tember 30, 2015. All current directors seeking re-election and all candidates for election need to submit a Candidate Information Sheet. These can be found on the community website, www.HuntersGreen.com or by calling the office at 813-991-4818. The deadline to have your Candidate Information Sheet included in the mailing to homeowners is Monday, June 30, 2014. reopen from by MayMay 5 and16, will 2014. reopen by May 16, 2014. The number of directors to be elected is set annually with a required minimum of three and the current number set at seven. One seat is filled by the General Manager of the Hunter’s Green Country Club. The Board of Directors currently meet on the second Tuesday of each month beginning at 4:30 p.m. There are no meetings held in July and December. Officers are chosen by the new Directors after the elections in August. If you have any questions regarding the upcoming elections, please contact the office. SIGNAGE FOR SINGLE FAMILY HOMES “For Sale, For Rent, and Open House” signs must not exceed 24” x 24” and must be professionally painted or professionally printed. Improper signage will be removed and taken to the Hunter’s Green office and will be available to the real estate agent on the following Monday. Please refer to the Hunter’s Green website for further information. Hunter’s Green Community News www.HuntersGreen.com Hunter’s Green Community Association 9456 Highland Oak Drive • Tampa, FL 33647 Phone 991-4818 After Hours Emergency # 813-973-1313 Fax 991-5809 New Office Hours Weekdays 8am to 4:30pm HUNTER’S GREEN Community Association, Inc. 9456 Highland Oak Drive Tampa, FL 33647 PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID TAMPA, FL PERMIT #1741 www.huntersgreen.com STAFF DIRECTORY Tracy Lang, LCAM, AMS, CMCA Community Association Manager Laura Shaffer, LCAM Compliance Manager Jennifer Smith Compliance Assistant Wally Switzer Operations/Maintenance Mgr. Cindy Vitiello Staff Accountant Diana Barnett Administrative Assistant HUNTER’S GREEN WOMEN’S CLUB Florence Bronner 813-994-1655 or Lourdes Henry 813-746-5281 Postmaster: Time sensitive material. Please deliver promptly. BOARD OF DIRECTORS ROSTER BARCODE DISTRIBUTION 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Weekdays Extended Hours on Wednesdays By Appointment 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. Howard Baughman Dee Claassen Jeff Cobb City of Tampa Police Department 911 EMERGENCY NON-EMERGENCY 231-6130 931-6500 DISTRICT II ANIMAL SERVICES 744-5660 Mike Delman Tom O’ Shaughnessy Andrew Smith Liz Wortley Hunter’s Green Community News is published by Hunter’s Green Community Association. The opinions expressed by authors and contributors to Hunter’s Green Community News are not necessarily those of the Editors, Publisher, or Hunter’s Green Community Association members. Paid advertising does not represent an endorsement by this publication. All rights reserved.Any reproduction of materials herein by any means, including, but not limited to reprinting, photocopying, transcribing, and all forms of electronic reproduction, without the written consent of the publisher constitutes violation of copyright and is prohibited. MEETING CALENDAR H.G.C.A. Meeting Schedule Board Meeting 4:30 p.m. May 13 June 10 July – no meeting Fining Review Committee 6:30 p.m. May 20 June 24 July 29 Design Review Board Meeting 9:00 a.m. May 15 June 19 July 24 (All meetings in HGCA conference room) COMMUNITY CALENDAR 5/5/14 through 5/16/14 Tennis and Basketball Courts Closed for Resurfacing 6/10/14 Neighborhood Boards of Directors Workshop @ HGCC – 6:30 p.m. 8/12/14 Voting Representative Meeting – 7:30 p.m. Visitor Management System “Housekeeping Reminder” Review your visitor and vendor list often Remove or add names as needed