july 2021 trident draft adb 06.21
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July 2021 Trident Draft adb 06.21.21BE PREPARED
5. Security Report
12. Contacts
PRESIDENT’S CORNER
Rules & Regulations Rules & Regulations - words that can create conversation, opinions, and controversy. In order for all of us to enjoy the exceptional benefits of Port Royal Plantation we must have and live with our rules and regulations. Sometimes it feels like too many rules, but they are necessary to protect Port Royal and our Landowners.
Most landowners never intentionally violate any rule, but there are some…fortunately only a very few…who do. An established set of defined rules & regulations clearly details and manages situations and actions which make it possible for everyone to continue to enjoy the environment we have living in this great community.
Rules and regulations are not new to Port Royal Plantation and have been with us since the establishment of the Association. The Covenants give your Board the authority to establish rules & regulations, violations, and fines.
The current version was adopted in 2016 and updated in 2018. Your Board decided it was time to develop a better organized all-new version. A number of Landowners expressed a need to address the current rules and required compliance with more clarity, better defined violations, and a new fine structure more consistent with the offense.
A Board/Administration Task Force prepared a proposed new document which is available on the Association website (click here) for you to review and submit comments by July 9. The intent is not to create "compliance cops" looking for violations, but to modify the rules & regulations to make them clearer and, in particular, to better communicate the specific penalties/fines applicable to violations of the rules. The Task Force will review all input and prepare a final version for Board approval at the July Board meeting.
Because of the new format there may appear to be a lot of rules. But most are simply better written or disaggregated versions of the existing rules that have been in effect since 2018. There are a few new rules as a re- sult of Landowner requests. And there are new enforcement procedures and mechanisms, including fines and penalties entirely different from those under the 2018 version, but also in accord with the underlying Covenants. This embodies a clear process for receipt of violation assertions by Landowners, review by Administrative Staff, and includes an appeal process for resolving those violations.
Look at this as an all-new document, not just an updated revision of the old one. This is your opportunity to have a fresh look at ALL the rules with improved structure and clarity that will aid all Landowners and Administration to better understand the rules, violations, and enforcement. We are anxious to hear from you so please submit your comments by July 9.
DRAFT
LINK UP WITH LANCE Lance Pyle, General Manager
Hurricane Season: Are You Prepared? With hurricane season officially here, I would like to remind everyone how important it is to be prepared. Decide when you will start making plans to evacuate. It is best to plan ahead and pick an evacuation location that works best for you. If you wait to watch the weather or track the storm, you could be forced to evacuate further than you desire. When Irma came up the coast in 2017, with all the evacuees from Florida and Georgia, hotel rooms inland became scarce. Most hotels offer free cancellation policies, so it’s a good idea to plan ahead. If you have pets, hotels often lift their no pet policy (additional charges may apply) during a state of emergency but always double-check. Below are questions you should be asking your insurance provider/broker.
Do I have flood insurance? In the past year, the flood elevations on Hilton Head and in Port Royal have been updated. In many cases, the flood elevations have gone down and, with the lower elevations, your home may be outside the flood plain elevation. Therefore, depending on your mortgage escrow and insurance providers, your flood insurance may have changed. It is important to check with your insurance provider to ensure that your flood insurance is current. Flood insurance is offered through the Federal Flood Program. To check your current flood elevation, click here or visit https://msc.fema.gov/portal/home. For more information about floodplains in your area, contact Shari Mendrick, Planner/Floodplain Manager at 843-341-4687 or [email protected].
Do I have wind and hail coverage? It is very important to check with your provider/broker to determine if your homeowner's policy includes wind, named storm, hurricane and hail coverage. Many traditional homeowner policies do, but not all provide this coverage. As an option, South Carolina offers a separate policy issued through the South Carolina Wind and Hail Association. Regardless of whose coverage you have, look carefully at the types and deductibles in the policy. Insurance companies offer many different options, so it is important to work with your provider/broker to determine what is best for you. It is important to understand the financial impact a major weather event will have on you and your property and to understand your financial risk when buying insurance. A good insurance agent or broker should be able to provide professional guidance. You should also discuss what your expectations are for your coverage. Make sure you know who the contact person for claims will be and when they should be contacted once you have a need.
Do I have Homeowners Association (HOA) assessment for loss coverage? It is recommended that you add HOA loss assessment to your policy to cover HOA assessments for common area cleanup. The Association spent nearly $900,000 in Hurricane Matthew Storm Recovery damage. A line of credit was used to cover those costs. The 2017 Transfer Fee covenant amendment created a funding source to pay down that line of credit and build a hurricane recovery fund. The Association paid off that debt in 2020 thanks in part to the real estate transfer fee. The Association’s Disaster Recovery fund, as of June 2021, has met the first threshold, reaching $250,000. However, note that the current Disaster Recovery fund would not cover the damages of a hurricane the magnitude of Matthew. Having HOA loss assessment coverage should reduce your financial impact if a supplemental disaster assessment is needed following a major event.
Do I have additional living expense coverage? If your home is heavily damaged, you may not be able to live in it for an extended period while repairs are being done. Additionally, we could have a situation that prevents residents from returning to the Island for a long time, and you may need lodging for an extended period. Many homeowner and/or wind and hail policies offer additional living expense coverage to help with that cost, so it is a good idea to check your coverage.
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SECURITY REPORT
Let Us Know if You Go . . . During the last hurricane evacuation order, over a hundred residents did not reply to our evacuation notification request. The Emergency Management Team for the Town of Hilton Head Island depends on us to give them an accurate count of residents remaining in the community during a mandatory evacuation. They rely on the information for staffing levels during an emergency event and so that homes where individuals have stayed can be checked. If a Landowner does not respond, we have to assume that they did not evacuate. In the event of an evacuation, please take the time to complete the evacuation notice form that will be available on our website and/or in a link from an Association email.
Restricted Gate Access In case of an emergency like a mandatory evacuation, only Port Royal Plantation Landowners and Residents will be granted access to the community. In the past, we had a number of individuals approach the gate requesting to come in to check on pets, property, etc. When creating your family’s emergency plan, please keep this policy in mind. It is not intended to make an emergency situation more difficult, but to protect the community as a whole. We will clearly communicate when this policy goes into effect during an emergency event.
Plan Ahead I urge Residents and Landowners to make plans now for unexpected events. Prepare an emergency kit and make an emergency family plan. Consider multiple hurricane evacuation options to determine where you will be comfortable for the duration of the evacuation, and where you can take your pets. Friends and family who reside outside of the cone of uncertainty or inland may be your best option. We have a digital copy of the Town’s “Citizens Guide to Emergency Preparedness” on our website under News and Updates and Emergency Weather.
Share the News During emergency situations, the Association will communicate via email and the community message board. Our staff at the gate will also talk to individuals as they enter the community. We encourage all residents to sign up for alerts from the Town (click here or https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/SCHILTONHEAD/subscribers/new) and Beaufort Country Sheriff’s office (click here or https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/en-US/72087DD33802) to get the best information on up-to-date emergency situations. We also ask you to take a moment to talk to neighbors, especially those who may not be watching the news or checking emails.
Please Follow the Speed Limit
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2 Reviewed & 0 Approved
Variances 2 Reviewed & Approved
140 Coggins Point Road
27 Audubon Place
Alterations / Minor Changes 4 Reviewed & Approved
4 Market Place Drive 27 Audubon Place 3 Ordinance 7 Barony Lane
Repaints 6 Approved Reroofs 4 Approved
Tree Removals 14 Approved
PAB Preparations for a Hurricane As you know, Hurricane Season began on June 1. After Hurricane Matthew blew through the Island a few years ago, we had many calls from Landowners asking about restoring their property – what they needed permits for, etc. The PAB Guidelines, revised in April of this year, has a section for Emergency Permit Procedures. Please refer to the PAB Guidelines on our website, Section 5.7, page 21, by clicking here.
In preparation for an impending major storm or hurricane, installation of Hurricane Panel Systems is allowed. The procedures for Hurricane Panels can also be found in the PAB Guidelines, Section 3.9, page 10.
Of course, we all hope we won’t have any hurricanes, but it’s good to know what we need to do in the event we do. Please take time to read these sections of the PAB Guidelines so you can be ready if the time comes!
Welcome New Landowners!
Patricia Cutchins 46 Planters Row
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It is hard to believe that we are already four weeks into hurricane season. You can protect your property and home before the next storm threatens by taking some simple steps.
Preparing Your Property for a Storm: Any trees or branches that could hit your home in a storm
should be trimmed, and other vegetation should be thinned out to reduce wind resistance. It is better to plan ahead and do this work at the beginning of storm season and not wait until a hurricane watch or warning has been issued.
If you are going on vacation or will be away for an extended time, identify an interior location to store all outdoor furniture, decorations, garbage cans, and anything else not tied down that can be picked up by the wind.
When a Storm is Imminent: Outside Your Home: Remove a screen panel on each side of your screened-in porch or pool enclosure to allow wind to flow
through, to cut down wind resistance. Disconnect propane gas at the tank. Bring your barbecue grill and propane tank inside until the storm is
over. This may be your only means of cooking during a power outage, but remember to only use your grill outdoors, and after the storm has passed.
Anything that is stored on a beach path must also be removed and put away.
Swimming Pools: Drain your swimming pool 6”-12” to allow for possible heavy rainfall, but do not drain it completely. Shock
the pool by adding additional chlorine. Stock up on chlorine to keep your pool water clean. In the event of a prolonged power outage, you will not be able to run the filter. Disconnect power to your pool pump, but do not wrap in plastic. If there is flooding, water will collect in the plastic and ruin the pump.
Inside Your Home: Gather non-perishable food, candles, matches, first aid kits, battery-operated radios, batteries, flashlights,
etc. Have these ready at all times. Refrigeration/Water: Turn your refrigerator and freezer to the coldest setting. Freeze water in plastic jugs
to help keep your freezer cold in case of a power outage. Stock up on jugs of bottled water – at least seven gallons per person – one gallon per person per day, and fill the bathtub with water for non-drinking use.
Elevate personal belongings as much as possible, secure and lock all windows and doors and ensure that all valuable electronics are unplugged, elevated, and stored away from windows.
Happy Independence Day!
Our Community Call for Board Applicants
Serving on the Port Royal Board of Directors is the ultimate volunteer experience. Applications are now being accepted through July 9 to fill four positions on the board starting January 2022. Please consider applying if you are interested in helping plan Port Royal’s future. It is an awesome responsibility but also an extremely rewarding experience. If you have any questions, please call Eli Roth, Nominating Committee Chair at 513-604- 2360 or [email protected]. Board Applications are available online (click here) or by contacting Andrew at [email protected].
Love playing chess? Express your interest in having a Chess Group in Port Royal. If you would like to join such a club, please call or email Michael Mitelman at 828-446- 0799 or [email protected] so that he can gauge how many people would be interested in joining this club.
The new Chair Yoga Class has begun in the Beach House. This class is held every Tuesday from 10:00- 11:00 am with the exception of the third Tuesday of the month. Maria Gregg, a certified yoga instructor and Port Royal landowner, will teach chair yoga and balancing postures. The class is free and open to all landowners. Maria asks that participants bring a mat, but it is not a requirement.
It is with heavy hearts that we inform you that our Director of Security, “Chief” Rob Wilkinson, passed away June 29, 2021, at his residence. Our thoughts, prayers and heartfelt sympathies go out to his wife, Katie, and the rest of the Wilkinson family. Rob worked as the Director of Security at Port Royal for 4 years, having started on February 6, 2017. He was a joy to have around the office, and he was beloved throughout this community. He will be missed and remembered by staff and residents of this community.
Duplicate Bridge Duplicate bridge will resume on July 28 at 12:30 at the Beach House if we have enough people to sign up. You may sign up without a partner and one will be assigned to play with you. Please email Nan Stafford at [email protected] or call 540-230-2388 if you are interested in playing.
Couples Mah Jongg Grab your partner or bring a friend and head to the Beach House for Couples Mah Jongg! It’s always the 2nd Tuesday of the Month, which means July 13 from 6:30- 8:30 at the Beach House. BYO drinks and snacks. See you there! Questions? Text Jeanne Befano, 301-514-1433.
Link Up with Lance Wednesday, July 28 at 9 am
FIREWORKS PROHIBITED:
community. Please contact Beaufort County Sheriff’s
Office to report a concern. 843-255-3300
The Community Events Organizers are excited to be back from our COVID hiatus! For those who may not know about our group, we are a small group of Port Royal residents with a passion for offering unique community events to our friends and neighbors in Port Royal. We work in conjunction with Administration, the Coffee Ladies and Casual Wednesday organizations. We look forward to hosting several events in the coming months, including a September 11 Twentieth Anniversary Tribute (see below for more details), our second annual ‘Port Royal’s Got Talent’ Art Show on November 13 and our December ‘Tis the Giving Season’ Casual Wednesday on December 1. Stay tuned for more details on these future events.
To commemorate the twentieth anniversary of September 11, the CEO’s will host, with organizer Joan Apple Lemoine (a PR resident), a moving 2-person drama called The Guys. The Story: Less than two weeks after the September 11 attacks, New Yorkers are still in shock. One of them, an editor named Joan, receives an unexpected phone call on behalf of Nick, a fire captain who has lost most of his men in the attack. Paralyzed by grief and unable to put his thoughts into words, Nick seeks out the help of a writer to compose eulogies for the colleagues and friends he lost in the catastrophic events of September 11, 2001. The Guys is based on a true story.
There will be two performances of this 90-minute play at the Beach House on September 11, 2021 at 9:30 am and 4:00 pm. Light refreshments and discussion will follow each performance. Reservations are required and will be open as of August 1. A sign-up sheet will be available in the Administration office, or you may email Martha Lake at [email protected]. There is no cost to our community to attend this event, however, a small donation to help defray costs will be greatly appreciated.
Call for Volunteers: We are seeking volunteers with an interest and/or background in theatre arts to participate in this event. The Guys will be performed by residents of Port Royal, audition dates to be announced. Copies of the script are available from Joan Apple Lemoine. Please contact her directly regarding participation in this event at: 843-422-1442 or [email protected].
Community Event Organizers
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SERVICE: Pet Sitting, Walking Services I am available for Pet Sitting and Walking. I am a Port Royal resident. Travis (828) 449-4865.
Pet Sitting A Port Royal resident for 26 years, I have been a pet sitter on the island for 30 years and have 23 years of vet tech experience. I am licensed, bonded and insured and was the Island Packet's Readers' Choice Pet Sitter 6 consecutive years. Contact Connie at 843-689-6606.
FOR SALE: 2012 Toyota Camry XLE for Sale Excellent condition with low mileage 63,000. Navigation system, backup camera, sunroof, 4 cylinder, beige leather interior, gold exterior, Weathertech mats, garaged when not in use. If interested, call Robin at 516- 330-4639. Can send photos.
Outdoor Equipment Stihl Trimmer HS-45 FS56RC - $125 Stihl Backback Blower BR200 - $250 16” ECHO Chainsaw CS-352 - $250 Call Jim at 843-681-2663 if interested.
To view Classifieds online, Click Here or go to www.portroyalplantation.net and click on
“Classifieds” under Resident Services.
Our Community
Last month, the sound of friends and neighbors gathering on the deck and inside the Beach House for Casual Wednesday was music to all our ears! After a long COVID isolation period, it was good to finally get together again!
Next month’s Casual Wednesday is planned for August 4 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. There will be food trucks (more information to come) from 5:30 on. Plated desserts, including pie, fresh fruit, cake, cookies and brownies, will be available from 6:30- 7:30 pm. In an effort to lessen plastic waste on the Island, we’re asking folks to bring their own beverage and cups. Ice will be provided.
Would you like to bake a dessert or bring fresh fruit for the dessert hour? Please text Renee Roth, 513- 607-7737, or Jeanne Befano, 301-514-1433, by August 1 and let us know what you’d like to bring.
Casual Wednesday
The Art Group of Port Royal Plantation will be displaying lots of unique artwork created by your neighbors at the Hilton Head Public Library starting the afternoon of July 26. through August 19. If you wish to purchase any of the artwork you simply contact the artist directly from the contact information on each piece. This is a great opportunity to purchase original lowcountry art at reasonable prices and to support and encourage your friends and neighbors.
Other Important Phone Numbers Port Royal Plantation Club 843-681-1700 Robber’s Row Grille 843-681-1751 Animal Control 843-255-5010 Coastal Discovery Museum 843-689-6767 Department of Motor Vehicles 843-815-6981 Hargray 843-686-1066 Time Warner Cable/Spectrum 800-892-4357 HH Public Service District 843-681-5525 Palmetto Electric 843-681-5551 Beaufort Co. Sheriff’s Dept. 843-255-3300 Town of Hilton Head 843-341-4600 Town of HH Fire & Rescue 843-682-5100 Hilton Head Airport Noise 843-255-2966 Complaint Hotline
All EMERGENCIES DIAL 911 FIRST!
Administration Contact List Port Royal Plantation Administration Office Phone: (843) 681-5114 PRESS 2 Fax: (843) 689-9523
www.portroyalplantation.net
Scott Kunkle, Dir. of Maintenance x102 [email protected]
Andrew Boyles, Communication Administrative Assistant x104 [email protected]
Jan Ingram, PAB Administrator x103 [email protected]
Ralph Myers, Accounting Manager x107 [email protected]
Lt. JoAnn Jones, Compliance Officer [email protected]
Security Office (843) 681-5114 PRESS 1
2021 Board of Directors Executive Members
Don Blank, President
To protect Board members’ privacy and spam emails, please email
[email protected]
Contact information for individual Board members may be found by clicking HERE or logging into the Association website.
5. Security Report
12. Contacts
PRESIDENT’S CORNER
Rules & Regulations Rules & Regulations - words that can create conversation, opinions, and controversy. In order for all of us to enjoy the exceptional benefits of Port Royal Plantation we must have and live with our rules and regulations. Sometimes it feels like too many rules, but they are necessary to protect Port Royal and our Landowners.
Most landowners never intentionally violate any rule, but there are some…fortunately only a very few…who do. An established set of defined rules & regulations clearly details and manages situations and actions which make it possible for everyone to continue to enjoy the environment we have living in this great community.
Rules and regulations are not new to Port Royal Plantation and have been with us since the establishment of the Association. The Covenants give your Board the authority to establish rules & regulations, violations, and fines.
The current version was adopted in 2016 and updated in 2018. Your Board decided it was time to develop a better organized all-new version. A number of Landowners expressed a need to address the current rules and required compliance with more clarity, better defined violations, and a new fine structure more consistent with the offense.
A Board/Administration Task Force prepared a proposed new document which is available on the Association website (click here) for you to review and submit comments by July 9. The intent is not to create "compliance cops" looking for violations, but to modify the rules & regulations to make them clearer and, in particular, to better communicate the specific penalties/fines applicable to violations of the rules. The Task Force will review all input and prepare a final version for Board approval at the July Board meeting.
Because of the new format there may appear to be a lot of rules. But most are simply better written or disaggregated versions of the existing rules that have been in effect since 2018. There are a few new rules as a re- sult of Landowner requests. And there are new enforcement procedures and mechanisms, including fines and penalties entirely different from those under the 2018 version, but also in accord with the underlying Covenants. This embodies a clear process for receipt of violation assertions by Landowners, review by Administrative Staff, and includes an appeal process for resolving those violations.
Look at this as an all-new document, not just an updated revision of the old one. This is your opportunity to have a fresh look at ALL the rules with improved structure and clarity that will aid all Landowners and Administration to better understand the rules, violations, and enforcement. We are anxious to hear from you so please submit your comments by July 9.
DRAFT
LINK UP WITH LANCE Lance Pyle, General Manager
Hurricane Season: Are You Prepared? With hurricane season officially here, I would like to remind everyone how important it is to be prepared. Decide when you will start making plans to evacuate. It is best to plan ahead and pick an evacuation location that works best for you. If you wait to watch the weather or track the storm, you could be forced to evacuate further than you desire. When Irma came up the coast in 2017, with all the evacuees from Florida and Georgia, hotel rooms inland became scarce. Most hotels offer free cancellation policies, so it’s a good idea to plan ahead. If you have pets, hotels often lift their no pet policy (additional charges may apply) during a state of emergency but always double-check. Below are questions you should be asking your insurance provider/broker.
Do I have flood insurance? In the past year, the flood elevations on Hilton Head and in Port Royal have been updated. In many cases, the flood elevations have gone down and, with the lower elevations, your home may be outside the flood plain elevation. Therefore, depending on your mortgage escrow and insurance providers, your flood insurance may have changed. It is important to check with your insurance provider to ensure that your flood insurance is current. Flood insurance is offered through the Federal Flood Program. To check your current flood elevation, click here or visit https://msc.fema.gov/portal/home. For more information about floodplains in your area, contact Shari Mendrick, Planner/Floodplain Manager at 843-341-4687 or [email protected].
Do I have wind and hail coverage? It is very important to check with your provider/broker to determine if your homeowner's policy includes wind, named storm, hurricane and hail coverage. Many traditional homeowner policies do, but not all provide this coverage. As an option, South Carolina offers a separate policy issued through the South Carolina Wind and Hail Association. Regardless of whose coverage you have, look carefully at the types and deductibles in the policy. Insurance companies offer many different options, so it is important to work with your provider/broker to determine what is best for you. It is important to understand the financial impact a major weather event will have on you and your property and to understand your financial risk when buying insurance. A good insurance agent or broker should be able to provide professional guidance. You should also discuss what your expectations are for your coverage. Make sure you know who the contact person for claims will be and when they should be contacted once you have a need.
Do I have Homeowners Association (HOA) assessment for loss coverage? It is recommended that you add HOA loss assessment to your policy to cover HOA assessments for common area cleanup. The Association spent nearly $900,000 in Hurricane Matthew Storm Recovery damage. A line of credit was used to cover those costs. The 2017 Transfer Fee covenant amendment created a funding source to pay down that line of credit and build a hurricane recovery fund. The Association paid off that debt in 2020 thanks in part to the real estate transfer fee. The Association’s Disaster Recovery fund, as of June 2021, has met the first threshold, reaching $250,000. However, note that the current Disaster Recovery fund would not cover the damages of a hurricane the magnitude of Matthew. Having HOA loss assessment coverage should reduce your financial impact if a supplemental disaster assessment is needed following a major event.
Do I have additional living expense coverage? If your home is heavily damaged, you may not be able to live in it for an extended period while repairs are being done. Additionally, we could have a situation that prevents residents from returning to the Island for a long time, and you may need lodging for an extended period. Many homeowner and/or wind and hail policies offer additional living expense coverage to help with that cost, so it is a good idea to check your coverage.
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SECURITY REPORT
Let Us Know if You Go . . . During the last hurricane evacuation order, over a hundred residents did not reply to our evacuation notification request. The Emergency Management Team for the Town of Hilton Head Island depends on us to give them an accurate count of residents remaining in the community during a mandatory evacuation. They rely on the information for staffing levels during an emergency event and so that homes where individuals have stayed can be checked. If a Landowner does not respond, we have to assume that they did not evacuate. In the event of an evacuation, please take the time to complete the evacuation notice form that will be available on our website and/or in a link from an Association email.
Restricted Gate Access In case of an emergency like a mandatory evacuation, only Port Royal Plantation Landowners and Residents will be granted access to the community. In the past, we had a number of individuals approach the gate requesting to come in to check on pets, property, etc. When creating your family’s emergency plan, please keep this policy in mind. It is not intended to make an emergency situation more difficult, but to protect the community as a whole. We will clearly communicate when this policy goes into effect during an emergency event.
Plan Ahead I urge Residents and Landowners to make plans now for unexpected events. Prepare an emergency kit and make an emergency family plan. Consider multiple hurricane evacuation options to determine where you will be comfortable for the duration of the evacuation, and where you can take your pets. Friends and family who reside outside of the cone of uncertainty or inland may be your best option. We have a digital copy of the Town’s “Citizens Guide to Emergency Preparedness” on our website under News and Updates and Emergency Weather.
Share the News During emergency situations, the Association will communicate via email and the community message board. Our staff at the gate will also talk to individuals as they enter the community. We encourage all residents to sign up for alerts from the Town (click here or https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/SCHILTONHEAD/subscribers/new) and Beaufort Country Sheriff’s office (click here or https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/en-US/72087DD33802) to get the best information on up-to-date emergency situations. We also ask you to take a moment to talk to neighbors, especially those who may not be watching the news or checking emails.
Please Follow the Speed Limit
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2 Reviewed & 0 Approved
Variances 2 Reviewed & Approved
140 Coggins Point Road
27 Audubon Place
Alterations / Minor Changes 4 Reviewed & Approved
4 Market Place Drive 27 Audubon Place 3 Ordinance 7 Barony Lane
Repaints 6 Approved Reroofs 4 Approved
Tree Removals 14 Approved
PAB Preparations for a Hurricane As you know, Hurricane Season began on June 1. After Hurricane Matthew blew through the Island a few years ago, we had many calls from Landowners asking about restoring their property – what they needed permits for, etc. The PAB Guidelines, revised in April of this year, has a section for Emergency Permit Procedures. Please refer to the PAB Guidelines on our website, Section 5.7, page 21, by clicking here.
In preparation for an impending major storm or hurricane, installation of Hurricane Panel Systems is allowed. The procedures for Hurricane Panels can also be found in the PAB Guidelines, Section 3.9, page 10.
Of course, we all hope we won’t have any hurricanes, but it’s good to know what we need to do in the event we do. Please take time to read these sections of the PAB Guidelines so you can be ready if the time comes!
Welcome New Landowners!
Patricia Cutchins 46 Planters Row
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It is hard to believe that we are already four weeks into hurricane season. You can protect your property and home before the next storm threatens by taking some simple steps.
Preparing Your Property for a Storm: Any trees or branches that could hit your home in a storm
should be trimmed, and other vegetation should be thinned out to reduce wind resistance. It is better to plan ahead and do this work at the beginning of storm season and not wait until a hurricane watch or warning has been issued.
If you are going on vacation or will be away for an extended time, identify an interior location to store all outdoor furniture, decorations, garbage cans, and anything else not tied down that can be picked up by the wind.
When a Storm is Imminent: Outside Your Home: Remove a screen panel on each side of your screened-in porch or pool enclosure to allow wind to flow
through, to cut down wind resistance. Disconnect propane gas at the tank. Bring your barbecue grill and propane tank inside until the storm is
over. This may be your only means of cooking during a power outage, but remember to only use your grill outdoors, and after the storm has passed.
Anything that is stored on a beach path must also be removed and put away.
Swimming Pools: Drain your swimming pool 6”-12” to allow for possible heavy rainfall, but do not drain it completely. Shock
the pool by adding additional chlorine. Stock up on chlorine to keep your pool water clean. In the event of a prolonged power outage, you will not be able to run the filter. Disconnect power to your pool pump, but do not wrap in plastic. If there is flooding, water will collect in the plastic and ruin the pump.
Inside Your Home: Gather non-perishable food, candles, matches, first aid kits, battery-operated radios, batteries, flashlights,
etc. Have these ready at all times. Refrigeration/Water: Turn your refrigerator and freezer to the coldest setting. Freeze water in plastic jugs
to help keep your freezer cold in case of a power outage. Stock up on jugs of bottled water – at least seven gallons per person – one gallon per person per day, and fill the bathtub with water for non-drinking use.
Elevate personal belongings as much as possible, secure and lock all windows and doors and ensure that all valuable electronics are unplugged, elevated, and stored away from windows.
Happy Independence Day!
Our Community Call for Board Applicants
Serving on the Port Royal Board of Directors is the ultimate volunteer experience. Applications are now being accepted through July 9 to fill four positions on the board starting January 2022. Please consider applying if you are interested in helping plan Port Royal’s future. It is an awesome responsibility but also an extremely rewarding experience. If you have any questions, please call Eli Roth, Nominating Committee Chair at 513-604- 2360 or [email protected]. Board Applications are available online (click here) or by contacting Andrew at [email protected].
Love playing chess? Express your interest in having a Chess Group in Port Royal. If you would like to join such a club, please call or email Michael Mitelman at 828-446- 0799 or [email protected] so that he can gauge how many people would be interested in joining this club.
The new Chair Yoga Class has begun in the Beach House. This class is held every Tuesday from 10:00- 11:00 am with the exception of the third Tuesday of the month. Maria Gregg, a certified yoga instructor and Port Royal landowner, will teach chair yoga and balancing postures. The class is free and open to all landowners. Maria asks that participants bring a mat, but it is not a requirement.
It is with heavy hearts that we inform you that our Director of Security, “Chief” Rob Wilkinson, passed away June 29, 2021, at his residence. Our thoughts, prayers and heartfelt sympathies go out to his wife, Katie, and the rest of the Wilkinson family. Rob worked as the Director of Security at Port Royal for 4 years, having started on February 6, 2017. He was a joy to have around the office, and he was beloved throughout this community. He will be missed and remembered by staff and residents of this community.
Duplicate Bridge Duplicate bridge will resume on July 28 at 12:30 at the Beach House if we have enough people to sign up. You may sign up without a partner and one will be assigned to play with you. Please email Nan Stafford at [email protected] or call 540-230-2388 if you are interested in playing.
Couples Mah Jongg Grab your partner or bring a friend and head to the Beach House for Couples Mah Jongg! It’s always the 2nd Tuesday of the Month, which means July 13 from 6:30- 8:30 at the Beach House. BYO drinks and snacks. See you there! Questions? Text Jeanne Befano, 301-514-1433.
Link Up with Lance Wednesday, July 28 at 9 am
FIREWORKS PROHIBITED:
community. Please contact Beaufort County Sheriff’s
Office to report a concern. 843-255-3300
The Community Events Organizers are excited to be back from our COVID hiatus! For those who may not know about our group, we are a small group of Port Royal residents with a passion for offering unique community events to our friends and neighbors in Port Royal. We work in conjunction with Administration, the Coffee Ladies and Casual Wednesday organizations. We look forward to hosting several events in the coming months, including a September 11 Twentieth Anniversary Tribute (see below for more details), our second annual ‘Port Royal’s Got Talent’ Art Show on November 13 and our December ‘Tis the Giving Season’ Casual Wednesday on December 1. Stay tuned for more details on these future events.
To commemorate the twentieth anniversary of September 11, the CEO’s will host, with organizer Joan Apple Lemoine (a PR resident), a moving 2-person drama called The Guys. The Story: Less than two weeks after the September 11 attacks, New Yorkers are still in shock. One of them, an editor named Joan, receives an unexpected phone call on behalf of Nick, a fire captain who has lost most of his men in the attack. Paralyzed by grief and unable to put his thoughts into words, Nick seeks out the help of a writer to compose eulogies for the colleagues and friends he lost in the catastrophic events of September 11, 2001. The Guys is based on a true story.
There will be two performances of this 90-minute play at the Beach House on September 11, 2021 at 9:30 am and 4:00 pm. Light refreshments and discussion will follow each performance. Reservations are required and will be open as of August 1. A sign-up sheet will be available in the Administration office, or you may email Martha Lake at [email protected]. There is no cost to our community to attend this event, however, a small donation to help defray costs will be greatly appreciated.
Call for Volunteers: We are seeking volunteers with an interest and/or background in theatre arts to participate in this event. The Guys will be performed by residents of Port Royal, audition dates to be announced. Copies of the script are available from Joan Apple Lemoine. Please contact her directly regarding participation in this event at: 843-422-1442 or [email protected].
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SERVICE: Pet Sitting, Walking Services I am available for Pet Sitting and Walking. I am a Port Royal resident. Travis (828) 449-4865.
Pet Sitting A Port Royal resident for 26 years, I have been a pet sitter on the island for 30 years and have 23 years of vet tech experience. I am licensed, bonded and insured and was the Island Packet's Readers' Choice Pet Sitter 6 consecutive years. Contact Connie at 843-689-6606.
FOR SALE: 2012 Toyota Camry XLE for Sale Excellent condition with low mileage 63,000. Navigation system, backup camera, sunroof, 4 cylinder, beige leather interior, gold exterior, Weathertech mats, garaged when not in use. If interested, call Robin at 516- 330-4639. Can send photos.
Outdoor Equipment Stihl Trimmer HS-45 FS56RC - $125 Stihl Backback Blower BR200 - $250 16” ECHO Chainsaw CS-352 - $250 Call Jim at 843-681-2663 if interested.
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Last month, the sound of friends and neighbors gathering on the deck and inside the Beach House for Casual Wednesday was music to all our ears! After a long COVID isolation period, it was good to finally get together again!
Next month’s Casual Wednesday is planned for August 4 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. There will be food trucks (more information to come) from 5:30 on. Plated desserts, including pie, fresh fruit, cake, cookies and brownies, will be available from 6:30- 7:30 pm. In an effort to lessen plastic waste on the Island, we’re asking folks to bring their own beverage and cups. Ice will be provided.
Would you like to bake a dessert or bring fresh fruit for the dessert hour? Please text Renee Roth, 513- 607-7737, or Jeanne Befano, 301-514-1433, by August 1 and let us know what you’d like to bring.
Casual Wednesday
The Art Group of Port Royal Plantation will be displaying lots of unique artwork created by your neighbors at the Hilton Head Public Library starting the afternoon of July 26. through August 19. If you wish to purchase any of the artwork you simply contact the artist directly from the contact information on each piece. This is a great opportunity to purchase original lowcountry art at reasonable prices and to support and encourage your friends and neighbors.
Other Important Phone Numbers Port Royal Plantation Club 843-681-1700 Robber’s Row Grille 843-681-1751 Animal Control 843-255-5010 Coastal Discovery Museum 843-689-6767 Department of Motor Vehicles 843-815-6981 Hargray 843-686-1066 Time Warner Cable/Spectrum 800-892-4357 HH Public Service District 843-681-5525 Palmetto Electric 843-681-5551 Beaufort Co. Sheriff’s Dept. 843-255-3300 Town of Hilton Head 843-341-4600 Town of HH Fire & Rescue 843-682-5100 Hilton Head Airport Noise 843-255-2966 Complaint Hotline
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Administration Contact List Port Royal Plantation Administration Office Phone: (843) 681-5114 PRESS 2 Fax: (843) 689-9523
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Scott Kunkle, Dir. of Maintenance x102 [email protected]
Andrew Boyles, Communication Administrative Assistant x104 [email protected]
Jan Ingram, PAB Administrator x103 [email protected]
Ralph Myers, Accounting Manager x107 [email protected]
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