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AUGUST 2014
VILLAGEWALKWIRE
Town Center 8524 Insular Lane Orlando, FL 32827
www.villagewalkatlakenona.com Phone: (407) 888-2704
Fax: (407) 888-2948 Email: [email protected]
Town Center Hours Monday - Saturday 9am - 9pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm
Gatehouse (407) 816-0010
Meet The Staff Kim Morton
Community Manager
Joe Greaves Chief Engineer
Valerie Velazquez Lifestyle Director
Jessie Chatman Administrative Assistant
FB: villagewalkatlakenonaresidents
4 Discover Your Lifestyle with Val
6 HOA Matters with Kim
8 Gatehouse Update
14 Calendar of Events
22 Important Community Reminders
25 City of Orlando Happenings
29 Important Contacts
TABLE OF CONTENTS | VILLAGEWALK WIRE
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LIFESTYLE | A MOMENT WITH VALERIE
August has arrived!
Summer is almost over and we’ve got a busy month planned out to help end it the right way! This month you’ll see that Yoga is back!!! This time with a new instructor, new date, and new time. Check out page 14 for more details. Join us for a back to
school pool party bash on Saturday, August 16th and soak up some rays and fun in the sun before heading off to another year of learning. This event is open to kids of all ages and free to any residents who would like to join us. It’s time for National Night Out again! On Tuesday, August 5th we’ll be featuring our annual community pasta dinner and neighborhood watch meeting. We’ll also have games, prizes, and raffles. Registration is required for this event, however we ask that you please only register if you are sure that you will be in attendance to allow for others the opportunity to come if they are able to. Due to seating in the ballroom, the dinner portion of the evening is limited to 150 people. City officials and other security and safety departments like Orlando Police and Fire will be in attendace as well. For more information on National Night Out and/or to register feel free to contact [email protected]. Also happening this month, we have invited the Orlando Fire Department to hold a CPR Certification course here in the Town Center on Saturday, August 23rd at 10am. This is a 4-hour course to train and prepare inviduals on the process of properly performing CPR. It is offered at the low cost of $20 per person through the department. Please note that we must have a minimum of 8 people in order to make this class happen. If you are interested in participating or have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me for more information. Finally, we will close out this month during Labor Day weekend with our Annual Summer Luau! This fun and exciting event is always one our residents look forward to enjoying with their whole families and friends. As always we will have a pool party featuring delicious Hawaiian inspired cuisine and a DJ to rock us out before an awesome Luau presentation complete with dancers and a flamethrower. This is an event people of all ages can enjoy. Registration is required, please contact [email protected] for more information.
I hope everyone has had an awesome summer this year, here’s to the start of a new school year and the coming of the fall season next month!!!
Until next month
, Valerie VelazquezYour Lifestyle Director
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Dehydration unfortunately can accompany the fun days of summer – especially in hot and muggy Florida. The reason? When you’re active in the heat, you sweat – which is your body’s attempt to cool itself. But you have to replace that fluid to keep your system healthy.
If you don’t, you can suffer the warning signs of dehydration – dizziness, headache, dry mouth, fatigue and little or no urine. And left untreated, dehydration can lead to serious complications, including kidney failure, seizures and even death.
Elderly people are especially susceptible to dehydration because as you age, your sense of thirst can disappear. Plus, many seniors take medications that can cause dehydration.
By the time you feel thirsty, you’re already dehydrated. So here are some ways to stay healthfully hydrated indoors and out:
• Count your glasses of water. The rule of thumb is six to eight 8 ounce glasses of water each day. This is a good place to start, but you may need more depending on your size or level of physical activity.
• Carry a refillable bottle with you as you exercise outside. You can also plan a running route that has water fountains along the way in case you need to refill.
• Like everything else, we all have different tastes in water. Like your water ice cold? Freeze a bottle and then take it out in the morning. As the ice melts, you’ll have refreshing cold water through much of the day.
• Find water boring? Try adding fruits and vegetables to make it flavored – but not filled with sugar and salt. Cucumbers, citrus, strawberries and kiwi make nice additions. Fresh mint and basil add flavor as well. Experiment until you find a flavor you love.
• Make it a habit to never pass a water fountain at work without taking a sip.• Remember, not all fluids are created equal. Caffeine can dehydrate you
so caffeinated sodas and coffee aren’t as good as water. Alcohol can also cause dehydration. So don’t fool yourself into thinking a beer is helping you on the hydration front.
See more at: http://med.ucf.edu/health-tips/#sthash.4jTpWMgQ.dpuf
Stay HydratedHEALTH | FRIENDLY TIPS
HOA | MATTERS WITH KIM
Hi Everyone,
Time for our monthly update! We are continuing to push through our 2014 reserve projects. Our painting project is coming along and very close to completion. Along with our scheduled Townhomes and Villas in Phase One, we have also painted the Padua / Barletta dividing wall. Joe spent a couple days on a high lift and touched up our Beautiful Signature Clock Tower. Next up, we will be addressing the Red Truncated Domes throughout the Community, also known as Alert Tiles. We will be working on our 2014 Reserve Study update this month as well. During the last quarter of the year, we will addressing the cracks in our Townhome Alleyways, which has also been part of our reserves. We are very excited to have had and will continue to have such a productive year! At our Board Meeting, late June, Carlos Gregory, our board president, asked me to share the presentation for those who were not able to attend. Please find the presentation that we went over on this night by clicking on the following link. https://www.dropbox.com/s/yx4fmfsrvymlxw9/BOD%202014%20presentation%2006%2024%202014.pdf. I want to remind everyone, that the Board is currently seeking volunteers to serve on two committees. We have one open seat on our Architectural Committee and we are also looking to form our Compliance Committee. Why join these Committees?
Committees serve a number of important roles to our Community. Committees serve as a training ground for future association leaders, a conduit through which the Board receives “grass root” input - opinions and attitudes of owners, a vehicle through which Board actions are explained, they enhance the effectiveness of the Board of Directors by providing research analysis and advice needed for policy decisions, and they can be an instrument for initial implementation of Board policies such as with the Architectural Review Committee. Committees are an important linkage between the Board of Directors, The Management Company and owners but in order to be effective committees need members! Owner input, involvement and participation is a must. Please consider participating in the association process and volunteering to serve on an association committee. Our community needs you! I hope you all enjoy yourselves this month, as many of us prepare for our kiddos to return to school. To the families of the commu-nity, I wish you a very successful school year!
Warmest Regards,
Kim MortonYour Community Manager
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JENGA KEYCHAINWritten by: Sarah Ortega
Family trips create the fondest memories. This craft will keep vacation memories close to your heart and in the palm of your hand! Collect travel maps from your favorite destinations to pair with recycled board game pieces. Creativity and imagination are key to unlocking the treasured memories of your family travels.
Materials:• Jenga board game piece or other small wooden block
• Decorative paper; such as, travel map, sheet music, wrapping paper, book page, etc.
• Screw eye
• Key ring
• Round nose pliers
• Mod Podge or other glue agent
• Craft brush
• Pencil
• Scissors
Directions:1. Use pliers to secure screw eye into top of wooden block.2. Using a pencil, trace the shape of the block onto map or paper; cut to size. If desired, cut paper slightly smaller than block to allow for thin wooden border. Repeat to achieve four sides (or desired amount).3. Apply thin layer of Mod Podge or glue agent to back of each paper and place onto sides of wooden block. Smooth out paper to prevent air bubbles.4. Allow a few minutes to dry completely. Then, apply top coat of Mod Podge to create a protective seal. Note: Glue appears white, but will dry clear.5. Attach key ring and keys
Visit http://www.orlandofamilymagazine.com/family-fun/jenga-keychain/ for this and more craft ideas.
Dear Valued Residents,
We hope you are having a wonderful summer!
The Gatehouse has been so busy that it is hard to keep up with all of your visitors. Please help us help you and all of your visitors. By calling us in advance of the arrival of visitors, we can be prepared for them. This makes the stop at the gatehouse quick and easy! Whether it is friends, family or a delivery our goal is to get them to you ASAP but always focused on your safety and privacy first.
As always it is our pleasure to meet or exceed your needs and to give the most dependable reliable service in the industry.
If you have any questions please feel free tocall the Gatehouse at 407.816.0010or the Town Center at 407.888.2704
GATEHOUSE | A MESSAGE FROM YOUR SECURITY TEAM
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A special thank you to
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BY JULIE JACOBS
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Just One Lil Bite
Liketheysay,“youonlygetonechancetomakeafirstimpression!”Whenyoudriveuptoapropertyyoucan’thelpforminganinitialopinionatfirstblush.Thisopinioncontinuesasyouapproachthefrontdoor.Ahomewithalushlawn,manicuredshrubbery,mulchedandweededtellsyoutheinsideisprobablyasneatandwellkept.Takeitastepfurther,makeyourlandscapeinteresting,withafewsplashesofcolor.Useannualsorperennials;varyingthehuesofgreeneryaddsdepthandcontrast.Whenyoukeepaddingmoreelements,likepottedplants,metalartworkorabench,nowthestageissetforwelcomingguests. Don’t stop at the front; continue your natural haven in the rear yard too. Use avarietyofplants,potsandherbstomarrynaturewithoutdoor livingspaces. Aplacetodinealfresco,maybeafireplaceorafirepitwillbringafamilytogether.Addameanderingpathwithaquietshadyspottorelax,unwindandenjoynature’ssoundsandsmells.Pullinavarietyofelements. Oftenthemostunusualpiecesaddedtoaplantingareaevokeunexpecteddelight. Usecolorbyvaryinggreeneryandfloweringplantshereaswell tocreateinterest.Don’tgetoverwhelmed,keepaddingovertimetoyourlandscape,it’soktotransplantthingsasyougo. Note, because we live in an HOA maintained community, be sure to review the Architectural Guidelines before starting any new project dealing with the exterior appearance of your home and yard. Some restrictions may require approval ahead of time and/or a deposit prior to the work commencing. For a copy of VillageWalk’s ARC Guidelines please visit www.villagewalkatlakenona.com, email [email protected] or stop by the Town Center.
DESIGN | INTERIOR DECOR
First ImpressionsBY CAROL FISHER
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Food Truck Night
First Wednesday of Every Month!
Wednesday, August 6th6:00 - 9:00 pm
Town Center Basketball Court Parking Lot
Kona DogMonsta Lobsta
El Cubanito SubsBelly Full Food TruckThe Yum Yum Truck
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Hello everyone,
School starts up this month! Just a reminder that the bus stop is inside of the community in front of the basketball court. Please observe the stop signs at the intesection of Insular Lane and James Bay Drive. When any deliveries are being made to your home, please make sure to inform the shipping company that the delivery truck must enter through the main entrance, which is the second entrance when entering from either 417 or Narcoossee. The must see the gate attendant to gain entrance. Same goes for any visitors and vendors. If you have a company come in on a regular rotation let the Town Center know to add them to your guest list for easy and quick access. As a reminder, the vehicle gates at both the East and West entrances have a pedestrian gate to enter and leave the property. The code in 1234. Additionally, please remember when approaching the gates to enter the property stay at a minimum of 3 feet away from the curb so the laser reader can properly read your barcode decal. As always, if you are pulling any type of trailer you must bring it through the main entrance and enter via the guard gate (left side). The East and West vehicle gates are for one vehicle entry at a time and can be damaged by pulling a trailer.
I hope everyone has a great month!
MAINTENANCE | MONTHLY REPORT
Monthly Maintenance
Report with Joe
BY JOE GREAVES
Don’t forget to register for events and activities via email or at the Town Center. This will help us in planning all programs.
Events & Activities are subject to change. An email blast will be sent out stating any
changes.
ACTIVITIES THISAUGUST
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MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS @ 9:30 AM BALLROOM
EXERCISE FOR FUN Low-impact exercise guided by a DVD work out video. Please remember to bring your tennis shoes, a bottle of water, and a towel.
TUESDAYS & SATURDAYS @ 9 AM RESORT POOL
WATER AEROBICS Low-impact water aerobics exercise class designed for any expertise level. Please bring water and towel. If you have a pool noodle or other equipments, fee free to bring them.
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS @ 1:30 PM CARD ROOM
MAHJONGG A fascinating rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. The game originated in China, dating back to the time of Confucius. A very small amount of time and effort is required to master and become familiar with the elementary principles of the game. Your patience in mastering the fine point of Mahjongg will be repaid many times by the keen enjoyment invariably derived from the game.
TUESDAYS @ 6:30PM BALLROOM
FIT CLUB Free weekly trainings (P90X, Turbo Fire, Hip-hop abs, etc.)
TUESDAYS @ 7 PM TOWN CENTER
POKER Games played: 7 Card Stud, 5 Card Stud, 5 Card Draw, Jacks or Better, Texas Hold’Em. No Card Sharks, please, as this is a friendly/social
game.
COST: $10.00 buy-in MORE INFORMATION: Contact Chuck at [email protected] or 407.371.3022
THURSDAYS @ 10 AM BALLROOM
DRESSED IN HOPE A charity dedicated to helping those who are impoverished around the world and locally. The Dressed In Hope sewing group helps children by providing them with handmade clothing items.
MORE INFORMATION: www.dressedinhope.org
NEW DATE & TIME!!! THURSDAYS @ 5:45 PM BALLROOM
YOGA Energy Flow Yoga gets you moving and breathing to music you know as well as fascinating new music. Yoga builds muscle, increases flexibility and lessens many chronic pain situations. All expertise levels welcomed! Bring a yoga/exercise mat (or purchase one before class) and a bottle of water.
COST: first class is $5, general drop in is $15, or 8 classes for $80 (partial months payments are prorated at $10 per class) TO RSVP EMAIL: [email protected]
NEW TIME!!! THURSDAYS @ 7 PM BALLROOM
EXERCISE FOR FUN Low-impact exercise guided by a DVD work out video. Please remember to bring your tennis shoes, a bottle of water, and a towel.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 2ND @ 5-8 PM RESORT POOL
ADULT POOL PARTY Join us for this fun and relaxing night of music, food, and games poolside. Build your own kabobs and dance to the DJ.
COST: $3.00 per person just to party, $8.00 per person for food and party! Registration required.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 5TH @5:30 PM TOWN CENTER
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2014 Joins us for our annual community pasta dinner and neighborhood watch meeting. We’ll have food, games, and raffles. All residents welcomed. Registration is required.
TENNIS FREE CLINICS
TUESDAY, AUGUST 5TH @ 5:30 PM Kids
TUESDAY, AUGUST 5TH @ 6:30 PM Adults
THURSDAY, AUGUST 7TH @ 6:30 PM Round Robin Adults (Men & Women)
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MORE INFORMATION: Please contact Pedro at [email protected] or 407.346.5052
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6TH @ 6-9 PM RETAIL AREA
FOOD TRUCKS Various local food trucks from varying cuisines. Check for emails with list of vendors.
COST: Varies by vendor
AUGUST 6TH @ 4-9 PM IN FRONT OF TOWN CENTER
BLOOD DRIVE Did you know that...One pint of blood can save up to three lives. About 1 in 7 people entering a hospital need blood. Donate blood, save a life.
MORE INFORMATION & MAKE AN APPOINTMENT AT: www.oneblood.org, use code M9MV.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 8TH @ 6:30 PM BALLROOM
KIDS WII GAME NIGHT Come play some games on the Nintendo Wii and challenge your buddies. Pizza and juice served.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12TH & 26TH @ 7 PM TOWN CENTER
WOMEN OF STRENGTH Women of all ages, backgrounds, cultures meet and get to know each other and themselved. This group is focused on uplifting and inspiring women and girls.
MORE INFORMATION: Contact Ivy Moore at [email protected]
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13TH @ 6 PM BALLROOM
ITALIAN & TRIVIA NIGHT The game is divided into rounds of ten questions each. Questions
can be about anything under the sun: movies, music, TV, science, sports, geography, word jumbles, indentify the pictures, spelling questions and tons more! Teams are given answer sheets to record their responses. In the first round, correct answers are each worth one point. The sheets are then collected, the scores tallied and the leaders are announced. More rounds follow with the difficulty levels and point values increasing. Bring your own beverage.
COST: $3.00 per person for trivia only, $10 per person for food & trivia MENU: Ziti, Meatballs, Salad, Garlic Knots and Dessert
THURSDAY, AUGUST 14TH & 28TH @ 6:30 PM TOWN CENTER
BUNCO Let the party begin! Here’s a classic dice game designed for anywhere from 4 to 12 players. No matter how many people are rolling, the point is always the same: to roll a Bunco (three consecutive rolls in which the number currently in play appears). The Bunco bell sounds, the fuzzy die is passed, and the pace gets more and more hectic. It’s simple, it’s fun, and it’s a great excuse for a party. Please RSVP and bring a dish to share.
TO RSVP: Contact Elaine at [email protected]
SATURDAY, AUGUST 16TH @ 12-2 PM RESORT POOL
BACK TO SCHOOL POOL PARTY Before heading back to school on Monday, join us pool side for fun and games in the sun! All ages welcome. Free to all residents.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 22ND @ 7 PM BALLROOM
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: RIO 2 It’s a jungle out there for Blu, Jewel and their three kids after they’re hurtled from Rio de Janeiro to the wilds of the Amazon. As Blu tries to fit in, he goes beak-to-beak with the vengeful Nigel, and meets his father-in-law. All ages welcome, children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult while in the Town Center. Free to all residents. Light refreshments will be served.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 23RD @ 10AM-2PM BALLROOM
CPR CERTIFICATION Training provided by the Orlando Fire Department. This 4-hour long course will prepare and certify you in CPR. 8 person minimum required to hold class.
COST: $20 per person, registration required.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 30TH @ 5-8 PM RESORT POOL & EVENT LAWN
ANNUAL SUMMER LUAU End the summer right as we feature our annual pool party and Luau performance. Enjoy good times with friends, family and neighbors and great food followed by an awesome Luau experience complete with dancers and a flamethrower.
COST: $10 per person to eat, $3 to enjoy the show and pool party only. Registration required for both.
It’s that time of year. Summer break is almost over and kids are getting ready to go back to school. This month we will focus on some key essentials to make your school year productive and healthy! !Reducing your toxic load is crucial to staying well. !Little changes such as crowding out sugary soft drinks and flavored milk can be replaced with fresh water. It will keep you and your family healthy and hydrated. Add a drop or two of Lemon or
Peppermint essential oil to help with healthy energy and a positive attitude. Make sure you use a class container as the citrus oils will break down any plastic or petroleum based container. !Good hand washing is key to staying well. Unfortunately, all those over-the-counter hand sanitizers are loaded with alcohol and toxic chemicals. Over time, these chemicals can build up in your system causing inflammation and pain. Here’s a great natural solution for your hands. !Cleansing Hand Gel: • 5 tablespoons aloe vera gel • 4 tablespoons water • ¼ teaspoon vitamin E oil • 8-10 drops Protective Blend !In a bowl, combine aloe vera gel and vitamin E oil. Add 8-10 drops of Protective Blend. Add water and mix well. Add more or less water based on the desired consistency. Pour into small container for use. !Eating whole foods and supplements are key to a healthy foundation. Multivitamins and minerals help with the daily nutrition requirements. Be mindful of those sugary cartoon shape vitamins or thick coated supplements. Seek natural solutions and supplements. !Keeping the kids and adults on task can be sidelined when energy levels are low. Apply Peppermint, Wild Orange or a Focus Blend to the bottoms of the feet and back of neck. Cup your hands in front of your nose and inhale the aroma. Here is one of my favorite blends: • 10 mL Roller Bottle: fill ⅔ with Fractionate Coconut Oil, then add… • Peppermint:10 drops • Clove: 5 drops • Cinnamon: 5 drops • Frankincense: 5 drops • Wild Orange: 10 drops !Remember, all essential oils are NOT created equally and can be toxic. At dōTERRA we pride ourselves in offering only Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade essential oils that are free from fillers, synthetics, herbicides, pesticides and other harmful ingredients. They are pure, chemical-free and toxin-free. !For more scientific research visit AromaticScience.com. Join me next month, as we focus on more essential oils and their therapeutic effects. Contact me for your free consultation for natural solutions to your health. !
Be well, balanced and happy, de ☺ Deanna Snyder, RN
[email protected] | 407.252.6386 | BeWellEssentialOils.com
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What Does Our Management Company Do?
We receive non-compliance notices from the management company. We send our assessment checks to the management company. We report common area maintenance problems to the management company. So, the management company makes all of the important decisions regarding our community, right? WRONG! The management function of our association is administrative in nature. The board is the principle policy-making body which sets policies, standards, procedures, programs and budgets. Management's function is to carry out these board decisions. The board has the authority and the power to set policies and standards to carry these policies out. It may delegate its authority to implement its decisions, but it cannot delegate its responsibility to see that they are implemented and implemented properly. Management implements decisions of the board and administers the programs, services and activities of the association within the policies and guidelines set by the board. When communicating with our management company, please keep in mind that although the board has given them the authority to make many of the day-to-day operational decisions, some requests are going to need the approval of the board of directors. Here are some tips to help facilitate your communication with the board:ü When in doubt about your request, put it in writing.ü Attend the Open Forum portion of the Board of Directors meeting.ü If your request is "non-emergency" in nature, please be patient. In
most cases, management will research the issue for the board so that the board can make the best educated, business decision possible.
ü If you have any questions whatsoever, do not hesitate to call our association manager.
You can find this and more articles at myhoa.com.
Dave Wenrich & Co. Inc.
Attention Residents!
Having trouble finding the correct filter size for your A/C?Thanks to Del-Air you can now conveniently purchase your filters at the
Town Center HOA Office!18” x 20” x 1” = $1518” x 24” x 1” = $1018” x 25” x 1” = $1318” x 30” x 1” = $1516” x 36” x 1” = $15
All sized come pleatedPleated filters will last 3 months
Advertisements in the HOA’s publications or postings on its bulletin boards are not intended and should not be construed as a recommendation, endorsement or certification of any business, private party, service or product. The HOA strongly encourages all consumers to use their own due diligence before utilizing any business, private party, product or service. The HOA is not responsible for any loss incurred by users of advertised, published or posted products or services.
FOR ADVERTISING & EVENT SPONSORSHIP INFO:CONTACT VALERIE AT (407) 888-2704
Contact Davemobile 407-383-1540office 407-695-1956
FREE ESTIMATESAdd value and beauty to your home with stone!
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The Down To Earth team continues to work hard to maintain and improve Village Walk Specialty palm pruning has been completed and will continue to prune queen palms as needed. Our Fert and Pest team will be applying supplemental nutrients to specialty palms to improve their health. They will also be applying the next round of turf fertilizer as well and continue to monitor for chinch bug. We also have been receiving additional service requests for items outside our scope of work. Our program includes monitoring and treating insects and/or diseases which damage turf and/or plant material. We also will treat for fire ants as needed. Items not included in our scope are any structural pest found in home (household ants, spiders and cockroaches), live animals (birds and raccoons), and snakes.
Please remember for the most accurate service requests, please call our toll-free number or send an email to Customer Service. This ensures we record and complete your requests in a timely fashion.
Landscaping Update with DTE
Landscape Service Contact InformationDown2EarthInc.com
Parking Please Make Sure That You And Any Of Your Guests Are Properly Parked After Hours In Your Driveways And Off The Street, Not Blocking Any Sidewalks And Not Parallel On The Apron To Avoid The Costly Expense Of Towing. The Hoa Has An Agreement With Airport Towing To Tow For Any Of The Above Mentioned Vilations. Please Refer To Your Governing Documents Or Contact The Town Center With Any Questions.
Trash CansPlease Store Trash Containers In Your Garage. Trash Containers Can Be Put Out No Earlier Than 5Pm The Evening Before And Must Be Removed No Later Than Midnight The Day Of Pick Up. Trash Containers Must Be Stored In An Area Not Visible From Street View. Failure To Do So Will Result In Violations.
Driving In VillagewalkFor The Safety Of Our Residents, It Is Very Important That You Are Mindful Of Your Speed. Speed Limit Signs Are Posted Throughout The Neighborhood And Should Be Obeyed. Please Help Keep Our Streets Safe As There Are Children Playing And Residents Enjoying The Beautiful Community That Villagewalk Is. Please Be Respectful Of Others For Your Safety And Theirs.
Pets Please Be A Courteous Neighbor And Pick Up After Your Furry Friends. There Are Pet Waste Stations Located Throughout The Community For Your Convenience. In Addition, All Dogs Must Be On A Leash At All Times.
Excess Noise After 10:00pmPlease Be Considerate Of Your Fellow Neighbors When Having Gatherings At Your Home. There Have Been Several Complaints About Late Night Excessive Noise And Nuisances. In Accordance To The Noise And Vibration Control: The Orange County Noise And Vibration Control Ordinance, 15-180 Article V, Provides For The Mental And Emotional Well Being Of All Residents In Orange County. Specifically, The Ordinance Provides That Noise Levels In Excess Of 60 Decibels (Db), Between 7 Am And 10 Pm, Violate County Ordinances. Noise Levels Over 55 Db, Between 10 Pm And 7 Am Also Violate These Regulations. The Orange County Code Provides Penalties For Noise Exceeding These Levels. The Ordinance Applies To Noise From Any Source Impacting Residential Land Use Areas.
Assessments Please Keep In Mind That Your Monthly Assessments Are Due On The First Of Every Month. You Have A 15 Day Grace Period To Give Time For Mailing. You Have Several Options For Payment. Mail To The Lock Box In Az, Pay Online At Www.villagewalkatlakenonacom Or Sign Up For Direct Debit. * See Hoa Office For More Details.
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Back-To-School
Breakfast On The Go!
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Breakfast Biscuit Cups8 ServingsPrep: 30 minutesBake: 20 minutes
Ingredients• 1/3 pound bulk pork sausage• 1tablespoonall-purposeflour• 1/8 teaspoon salt• 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided• 3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon 2% milk, divided• 1/2 cup frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, thawed• 1 tablespoon butter• 2 Eggland's Best Eggs• 1/8 teaspoon garlic salt• 1can(16.3ounces)largerefrigeratedflakybiscuits• 1/2cupshreddedColby-MontereyJackcheese
Directions• In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink;
drain.Stirintheflour,saltand1/4teaspoonpepperuntilblended;graduallyadd3/4cupmilk.Bringtoaboil;cookandstirfor2minutesoruntil thickened. Remove from the heat and set aside.
• In another large skillet over medium heat, cook potatoes in butter until tender. Whisk the eggs, garlic salt and remaining milk and pepper; add to skillet. Cook and stir until almost set.
• Press each biscuit onto the bottom and up the sides of eight ungreased muffincups.Spoontheeggmixture,halfofthecheeseandsausageintocups; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
• Bake at 375° for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes.
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Since November, 2013, 613 dresses and dolls have been sent to needy families. Last month 125 dresses were sent to the Dominican Republic. And we are so proud to share with you the fact that 47 dresses came from our youngest volunteer, Addi White who is 10 years old. Addi sewed on visits with her grandmother, Donna White until she had enough to fill a box. We’re proud of you, Addi! As mentioned in previous VillageWalk Newsletters, Burnett Honors College at the University of Central Florida is involved with the Honors Study-Abroad Program. One of their projects is an Educational/Community Center at Intabazwe, South Africa. We were able to send 105 dresses to the Center when the UCF group traveled there in May. Pictured below are some of the students and teachers at the Center.
Come join us on any Thursday morning from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the Town Center.
For more information about Dressed In Hope and it’s many missions,please visit: www.dressedinhope.org.
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BY PHYLLIS TANNER
AUGUST 2014 | VILLAGEWALK WIRE 23
Making Any Changes?Don't Forget To Obtain Approval First!
Our governing documents require that the Association approve all proposed architectural changes before any work is started. The importance of this requirement cannot be overstated when you consider the reason for such a restriction. Membership in a community association requires compliance to pre-existing conditions and regulations. One of the biggest advantages of these conditions is the protection of our property values. The value of your home is directly related to the condition, appearances and aesthetics of our community as a whole. By regulating the kind and types of architectural changes that can be done, our Association is better able to maintain our property values. Getting our Association to approve all proposed architectural changes is not just a good idea to protect your investment, it is a requirement! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Association Manager.
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