P IST NE news

Outside Wall:

Community Barbecue:

CERT:

Overnight Parking:

Town Hall Meeting:

School Opening:

the board members are

requesting that all residents who live

along our perimeter wall in the

community to inspect the area and see

if you have any trees or shrubs that may

be resting against the wall. If so we are

asking that you please have them

trimmed away from the wall. We

appreciate your help in preventing

damage to the wall and giving a

pleasing appearance for Pristine Place.

we would like

to thank Maria Maggiore and the entire

social committee for the huge success

of our community barbecue. We had

approximately 185 adults and children

in attendance. We had great weather,

food, drinks and activities for children

who had a wonderful time.

our community emergency

response team is an extremely

important part to our community. Our

volunteer Numbers has fallen to an all

time low of seven. If anyone of our

residents is looking to volunteer please

consider joining the team. This is the

place to learn on how to prepare in the

case of an emergency and/or disaster.

You will have the ability to use your

training to help not only your loved

ones but furthermore help many of our

residents who are alone and will need

help when emergency arises.

the parking issue

in our community has improved, but

there are still some that are not

following the amendment. In addition

please remember not to park on

sidewalks with your vehicle. This

becomes a problem causing adults and

even more important our children to

come from behind your vehicle into the

street which could have a dangerous

effect. Remember these are both

violations that will be enforced so

please help out to maintain the safety of

all in our community.

on August 2nd at

7 PM at the clubhouse there will be a

town hall meeting. During this meeting

we will have a speaker from a company

called Envera Security. They will

present the next generation in security.

The Board of Directors are always

looking to make Pristine Place a better

and safer place to live to raise your

family. So please come join us.

in the upcoming

weeks school will be reopening,

remember to be aware of our children

walking to and from school throughout

our community.

August 2016 A Newsletter for the Homeowners of Pristine Place

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

P IST NE PLACE

PRESIDENT

VICE PRESIDENT

TREASURER

SECRETARYVirginia Gange

DIRECTOR

Ted Westervelt914-447-4691

Bill Dyer650-9988

Carol Prible688-1891

600-9334

Ken McDonald845-568-7718

Tewest15@aol.com

billfdyer@bellsouth.net

cherishbuffy@gmail.com

bestauntgin@yahoo.com

kennethbmcdonald@aol.com

GREENACRE PROPERTIES, INC.4131 Gunn Hwy.

Tampa, Florida 33618

Phone 1-800-304-0084(813) 600-1100 Ext. 154

Direct Line (813) 936-4154

Community ManagerMike Spall, CAM

email:mspall@greenacre.com

Note: Please reportall damages, deed restriction

violations, etc. toProperty Management

Newsletter available onlinewww.pristineplace.us

BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ REPORTTed Westervelt, President, Pristine Place Board of Directors

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AT A GLANCE...

P IST NE PLACECOMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS

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ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL

BAR CODES, CLUBHOUSE CARDS & FOBS

Carl Pletcher 293-3234

Doris PerezHours to be purchased at the clubhouse Mondayfrom10AM to 1PM,Wednesday from 5PM to 8PMand Saturday from 10AM to 1PM.Email: pp7611@outlook.com

683-9853

Denis Riley 835-3656

Tony Rizzo 200-8734Reservations : TedWestervelt 914-447-4691

Tewest15@aol.com

Virginia Gange 516-697-6095Angela Murphy 428-0335

Maria Maggiore 688-6569pom020@aol.com

TedWestervelt 556-5413

Linda Knechtges 686-8534

PristineNews@tampabay.rr.com

PristineNews@tampabay.rr.com

Maria Maggiore 688-6569pom020@aol.com

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LIBRARY

NEWSLETTER

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SOCIAL EVENTS

WELCOME

ARTICLE PAGE

BOD Report 1

Clubhouse 4

Calendar 6

Birthdays & Anniversaries 7

By The Way 9

Email Sign Up 9

ACC 10

CERT 11 & 12

Teen Services 12

Directory Update 12

Pristine HOA 13 & 14

Social Committee 14

Welcome 14

Community Corner 14

Children’s Halloween Party 15

Green Thumb 16

K9 Partners For Patriots Benefit 17

For Sale 18

Neighborhood Watch 18

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CLUBHOUSE COMMITTEETony Rizzo

Gym Schedule forAugust

August 11 through the 31 the GYM will be closed

2016 @ 7:00 P.M.

in the clubhouse banquet

room we will be having the

d r a w i n g f o r t h e g y m

equipment.

The winners will be required to the piece of gym

equipment they won between . If they

to do so, by the names of those who were

interested in that piece, will be put in a hat and re-drawn,

the will be required to remove that

equipment no later then

FromAugust 6 toAugust 10 their most likely will only be

the Life Fitness Treadmill available for use .

so

the new rubber flooring and equipment can be installed.

As always, the Clubhouse Committee encourages

Community members to submit any suggestions to

improve the clubhouse.

Clubhouse Rentals and chair rentals---contact Ted

Westervelt @ 352-556-5413

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COMMITTEE MEETINGS

The Board of Directors THIRD

The Architectural Review CommitteeSECOND

Neighborhood Watch LAST

Clubhouse Committee SECOND

CERT FIRST

usually meet on theTuesday of each month at 7 pm at the clubhouse. Theagenda for the Board of Directors meeting will beposted 48 hours in advance.

meets theWednesday of each month at 7 pm at the

clubhouse.

meets on the Thursdayof the month at 7 pm at the clubhouse. Contact VirginiaGange at 516-697-6095 or Angela Murphy at 428-0335.

meets on theMonday of each month at 11 am. Contact TedWestervelt at 556-5413

meets on the Monday of the month at7 pm at the clubhouse. Contact Denis Riley at835-3656.

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SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

Mexican Train: If you want to join the funplaying Mexican Train, every Tuesday at 10:00am, contact Rosalie Montemagno at 200-6481

Aqua Aerobics: Every Monday,Wednesday and Friday at 10:00 amcontact Rosalie Montemagno at 200-6481

Low Impact Exercise: Every Monday,Wednesday and Friday at 10 am contactGaile Dyer at 683-2678

Social Events: Contact Maria Maggiore at 688-6569

Greek Dance Lessons: FREE to Pristine PlaceResidents. Contact Emily Thomas 352-650-0307

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Please forgive us if there are any errors in names or dates, it is not intentional.

Please contact Bill Dyer to correct this error for future issues.

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Birthdays

8/1 Robert & Francesca Feuillebois8/2 Vincent & Nilsa Ciccone8/2 Brad & Sue Undestad8/3 Ken & Dori Eurell8/4 Eric & Janet Fehlhaber8/5 Julio & Aura Napoles8/6 Anil & Aremanda8/6 Roland & Yvette Gagne8/6 Hogan & Miriam Kang8/6 Anitha & Kolli8/6 Robert & Valencia St. John8/7 William & Linda Nolan8/7 Paul & Jacquelyn Savoie8/9 James & Patricia Greco8/10 Chuck & Joan Falcone

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Anil Aremanda

John Hudgens

Brianna Nichols

Elicia Phaneuf

Leroy Smith

Bill Bostick

Joan Catania

Connie Wendrzycki

Joe Clay

Carol Cowan

Celia DeLuca

Richard Krieger/Meyer

Jason Lally

Jeffrey Talley III

Susan Torre

Bill Dyer

Leo Bosman

Lori Eddings

Jennifer Williams

Loretta Haines

Zhanna Ostrov

Maria Sirico

Mark Sabadishin

James Boyko

Ru Qiu

Ashley Evans

Riley Rizzo

Joshua Vilardi

Tony Bossone

Connor Edwards

Kristin Goldstein

Sebastian Muratore

Mike Sapp

Elaine Crocker

Carol DeMonarco

David Heroux

Dennie Ruiz

Joann Backer

Ronnie Blair

Vincent Ciccone

Luis Cortes

Miriam Kang

Shantel Lowman

Teresa Andrews

Mary Basso

Kyra Reese

Cheryl Fiehler

Carol Prible

Hector Rivera

Antonio Belavilas

Stefanos Belavilas

Lisa Cario

Jonathan DeBello

Robert DeBello

Laverne Kalafor

Camille Nelson

Crystal Nguyen

Mary Jane Paolino

Kristina Perez

Frank Billy

Sergio Cardoza

Joanne Cracchiolo

Geneva Dean

Gia Holmes

Trever Sotiropoulos

Roseanna Espinosa

Debbie Hansen

Ray Hansen

Joshua Philipp

Frank Smialowicz

Zander Vilardi

Richard Webster

Oscar Braggiotti

Tina Forrest

Dawn Kendziorski

Jo Vanna DiPaolo

Jade Ranfone

Michael Gonzalez

Paul Holmes

Naveen Kolli

Cristina Vallaro

Enzo Vallaro

Rebecca Vidal

William Hanrahan

Jack Hunter

Jermaine Milledge

Ashley Rodriguez

Susan Upshur

Francesca Gerdvil

Herb Jensen

Tyler Mallek

Claudia Milledge

Michael Serrano

Bonnie Maier

Maryann Montalbano

Sharon Twyman

Brandon Cox

Sharon Hall-Smith

Elizabeth Johnson

Lakshmi Kolli

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Colleen Reese

Joseph Tambone

Patricia DeWit

Nilsa Ciccone

Joe Demma

Michael DeSimone

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Pristine Place HOAE-Mail Sign Up Information

The Homeowners Association has an e-mail notification system. This is used to notifyresidents of events that have community wide impact. Some messages are to notify residents ofextended gate outages, acts of vandalism, criminal activity, upcoming elections and otheritems of community interest.

To subscribe: go to Pristine Place web site: and click on the e-mailsign up sentence at the top center of the home page. This will open the sign up informationdocument. After completion you will receive another message in your e-mail asking you toverify that it is you signing on. This is another security layer. You can unsubscribe at anytime by using the unsubscribe link on community e-mail notifications.

The list is not sold. It is not intended for two way messages, outgoing only. The service isfree. There is no cost to the residents.

Questions may be directed to John Arendt 352-666-9457 or johnpat_arendt@yahoo.com

www.pristineplace.us

Pine Needle Basket ClassCome join us and learn to make beautifulpine needle baskets. Class will begin onWednesday August 10th, 9:00 a.m. at theHoly Trinity Lutheran Church located justsouth of Spring Hill Drive on SR 41. The costis $10. To sign up for this fun class andreceive additional information contact CindyBaratta @ 352-684-5275 or Barbara Davis@ 352-754-1702. The deadline for signingup is July 27th. We Hope To SeeYou There!

Applications for and improvements or changes to the

exterior of a home or its grounds must be submitted to the

ACC for review and approval, as provided for in the

Community Documents or Covenants. These applications

and permits do cost you anything, but if you do not apply

for them, you can be fined $1,000.00.

The examples listed below are only some of the things that

require a permit. Remember done other than

mowing, trimming trees and plants, power washing

driveways, sidewalks and gutters need a permit. If you have

any questions about something needing a permit just call me

(352-293-3234) or any other member of theACC committee.

ACC applications are available in the lobby of the Pristine

Place Clubhouse. Applications must be completed in full

and accompanied by samples of materials to be used and

drawings or photo's to help explain your project.

Applications may be submitted anytime up to the start of the

regularly scheduled monthly meeting by placing them in the

mailbox labeled ACC in the lobby of the Pristine Place

Clubhouse or handed to any ACC member. The ACC meets

on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm. Any

application received after that time will be held until the next

monthly meeting.

If approved, the ACC will issue a Pristine Place Building

Permit. This permit is to be posted where it is clearly visible

from the street. If a Hernando County Permit is required,

posting of theACC Permit can be near to it. TheACC Permit

must be completed and returned to theACC within three days

following the completion of the approved work. This is done

by placing the ACC permit in the ACC mailbox in the club

house or returning it to any member of the ACC. All

completed approved work is subject to inspection by a

member of theACC.

Work must start within 60 days following the issuance of an

ACC permit. Work should be completed within 90 days of

the issuance of the permit. New home and major additions

are not subject to the completion requirement. If work is not

started or completed during these periods, a one time

extension of 45 days may be requested in writing. If work is

not completed during these periods an extension is not

granted, the Permit is void and a new application must be

submitted.

Examples requiring ACC approval and necessary paper

work required are as follows:

Any exterior painting must follow the “Procedure for

Selecting andApproval of Home Paint Colors.” Get the paint

book from the “chair” or the “recorder”. No books are left at

the club house. Choose paint colors for your house from the

book and proceed with completion of theACC request form.

Pavers or painting of driveway needs samples or charts of

what pavers will look like and driveway colors need selected

from the paint book.

Fencing or landscaping needs drawings or diagrams

attached to the request showing how work will be done in

relation to your house and set backs. No wooden or vinyl

fencing is permitted. Only black or green chain link fences

can be approved.

If removing a tree please take a photograph and attach to

the request and tell us of what you intend to use as a

replacement. Remember to check for county requirements to

replace trees.

For flag pole requests please take a photo or make a

drawing of the location where the pole will go noting the

height and lighting you intend to use.

Changes to driveways or walks need drawings or

diagrams showing us the changes you intend to make.

Screenings for your pool, lanai and spa areas need

drawings and color charts. You can attach a photo or drawing

showing the area and how you plan to screen.

Gutters need color and style, including downspouts

locations.

Attic fans need drawing of the location.

Garage door or garage door screens need color and photo

of door/or screening choice.

Irrigation wells need drawing of location in relation to

your yard/house.

Curbing needs color/style along with drawings showing

where it will be placed in your yard.

Satellite dish must be mounted on rear or side of house.

Antennas must be approved as to placement on the

house/attach a photo or drawing of where you want to put it.

Skylights or solar panels including pool heater need

location, drawings, color.

Water softener needs location where it will be installed.

POD's need approval.

Children's gym sets, play sets and trampolines need to

show a picture or drawing of placement in your yard.

Basketball nets need to show a picture of placement

showing where in your driveway you want to locate the net.

This list shows only some examples ….. if you have any

questions, need any clarifications, contact any ACC member

for help. Be sure to complete the ACC request form for

permission to do projects and get them in the box by the

second Wednesday of each month so your approval can be

granted. Once your project is complete return the request to

the Club house ACC box nothing on the form your project is

completed and the date.

Thank you for your continued adherence to the rules and

regulations established for Pristine Place.

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COMMUNITYEMERGENCYRESPONSETEAMDenis Riley, Team Leader

Pull together everyone in your household and make a

plan. Walk through your home and inspect all possible

exits and escape routes. Households with children

should consider drawing a floor plan of your home,

marking two ways out of each room, including windows

and doors.Also, mark the location of each smoke alarm.

For easy planning, download NFPA's escape planning

grid (PDF, 1.1 MB). This is a great way to get children

involved in fire safety in a non-threatening way.

A closed door may slow the spread of smoke, heat

and fire. Install smoke alarms in every sleeping room,

outside each sleeping area and on every level of the

home. NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm Code® requires

interconnected smoke alarms throughout the home.

When one sounds, they all sound.

Everyone in the household must understand the

escape plan. When you walk through your plan, check to

make sure the escape routes are clear and doors and

windows can be opened easily.

Choose an outside meeting place (i.e. neighbor's

house, a light post, mailbox, or stop sign) a safe distance

in front of your home where everyone can meet after

they've escaped. Make sure to mark the location of the

meeting place on your escape plan.

Go outside to see if your street number is clearly

visible from the road. If not, paint it on the curb or install

house numbers to ensure that responding emergency

personnel can find your home.

Have everyone memorize the emergency phone

number of the fire department. That way any member of

the household can call from a neighbor's home or a

cellular phone once safely outside.

If there are infants, older adults, or family members

with mobility limitations, make sure that someone is

assigned to assist them in the fire drill and in the event of

an emergency. Assign a backup person too, in case the

designee is not home during the emergency.

If windows or doors in your home have security

bars, make sure that the bars have emergency release

devices inside so that they can be opened immediately

in an emergency. Emergency release devices won't

compromise your security - but they will increase your

chances of safely escaping a home fire.

Tell guests or visitors to your home about your

family's fire escape plan. When staying overnight at

other people's homes, ask about their escape plan. If

they don't have a plan in place, offer to help them make

one. This is especially important when children are

permitted to attend "sleepovers" at friends' homes. See

NFPA's "Sleepover fire safety for kids" fact sheet.

Be fully prepared for a real fire: when a smoke alarm

sounds, get out immediately. Residents of high-rise and

apartment buildings may be safer "defending in place."

Once you're out, stay out! Under no circumstances

should you ever go back into a burning building. If

someone is missing, inform the fire department

dispatcher when you call. Firefighters have the skills

and equipment to perform rescues

Practice your home fire escape plan twice a year,

making the drill as realistic as possible.

Make arrangements in your plan for anyone in your

home who has a disability.

Allow children to master fire escape planning and

practice before holding a fire drill at night when they are

sleeping. The objective is to practice, not to frighten, so

telling children there will be a drill before they go to bed

can be as effective as a surprise drill.

It's important to determine during the drill whether

children and others can readily waken to the sound of

the smoke alarm. If they fail to awaken, make sure that

someone is assigned to wake them up as part of the drill

and in a real emergency situation.

If your home has two floors, every family member

(including children) must be able to escape from the

second floor rooms. Escape ladders can be placed in or

near windows to provide an additional escape route.

Review the manufacturer's instructions carefully so

you'll be able to use a safety ladder in an emergency.

Practice setting up the ladder from a first floor window

to make sure you can do it correctly and quickly.

Basic Fire Escape Planning

Your ability to get out depends on advance warning

from smoke alarms and advance planning.

Putting your plan to the test

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Children should only practice with a grown-up, and

only from a first-story window. Store the ladder near the

window, in an easily accessible location. You don't want

to have to search for it during a fire.

Always choose the escape route that is safest the

one with the least amount of smoke and heat but be

prepared to escape under toxic smoke if necessary.

When you do your fire drill, everyone in the family

should practice getting low and going under the smoke

to your exit.

Closing doors on your way out slows the spread of

fire, giving you more time to safely escape.

In some cases, smoke or fire may prevent you from

exiting your home or apartment building. To prepare for

an emergency like this, practice "sealing yourself in for

safety" as part of your home fire escape plan. Close all

doors between you and the fire. Use duct tape or towels

to seal the door cracks and cover air vents to keep smoke

from coming in. If possible, open your windows at the

top and bottom so fresh air can get in. Call the fire

department to report your exact location. Wave a

flashlight or light-colored cloth at the window to let the

fire department know where you are located.

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TEENCOMMUNITY

SERVICESKim Whitaker

Name Age Service

Kimberly D’Ambrosia 17 Babysitting

352-684-5257

Molly Campbell 16 Dog Walking and

352-232-0927 Watering/Caring for plants

Danielle Daly 16 Babysitting *CPR Certified*

352-684-6243 Dog Walking

Sarah Majka 18 Dog Walking and

352-688-2898 Watering/Caring for plants

Priscilla Marquez 19 Babysitting, Dog Walking &

813-454-5115 Dog Sitting

Tyler Morgis 16 Weed Pulling & Dog Walking

352-584-9931

Paige Pfent 16 Babysitting (Certified in

352-556-3076 CPR, First-Aid & AED)

and Dog Walking

Any Pristine Place teen interested in providing services whichinclude babysitting, dog walking, weed pulling, lawn care,etc. please contact Kim Whitaker at 352-688-2898 to haveyour name and number listed in the bulletin.

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PRISTINE PLACE HOAMike Spall

Greenacre Properties, Inc.Community Manager

HURRICANE CHECKLIST (JUST IN CASE YOUFORGOT WE LIVE IN A HURRICANE PRONE AREA)

In areas where hurricanes can strike, it's a good idea to havea closet or an area set aside for storm preparedness storage.There, you can keep items you'll need in case disasterstrikes suddenly or you need to evacuate.It's also important to know the difference between a watchand a warning, and when they are issued for tropical stormsand hurricanes.A hurricane warning means hurricane conditions --sustained winds above 73 mph -- are expected somewherewithin the warning area, and it is time to finish preparationto protect people and property. "Because hurricanepreparedness activities become difficult once winds reachtropical storm force, the hurricane warning is issued 36hours in advance of the anticipated onset of tropical-storm-force winds" -- 39 to 73 mph, the National HurricaneCenter says.Ahurricane watch means hurricane conditions are possiblein the watch area, and are issued 48 hours before theanticipated onset of tropical-storm-force winds.A tropical storm warning means tropical-storm-forcewinds are expected somewhere in the designated areawithin 36 hours. A tropical storm watch means suchconditions are possible within 48 hours.

-- Download an application to your smartphone that cannotify people where you are, and if you need help or aresafe. The Red Cross has a Hurricane App available in theAppleApp Store and the Google Play Store.AFirstAid appis also available.-- Use hurricane shutters or board up windows and doorswith 5/8 inch plywood.-- Bring outside items in if they could be picked up by thewind.-- Clear gutters of debris.-- Reinforce the garage door.-- Turn the refrigerator to its coldest setting in case powergoes off. Use a cooler to keep from opening the doors onthe freezer or refrigerator.-- Fill a bathtub with water.-- Get full tank of gas in one car.-- Go over the evacuation plan with the family, and learnalternate routes to safety.-- Learn the location of the nearest shelter or nearest pet-friendly shelter.-- Put an ax in your attic in case of severe flooding.

-- Evacuate if ordered and stick to marked evacuationroutes, if possible.-- Store important documents -- passports, SocialSecurity cards, birth certificates, deeds -- in a watertightcontainer.-- Have a current inventory of household property.-- Leave a note to say where you are going.-- Unplug small appliances and electronics before youleave.-- If possible, turn off the electricity, gas and water forresidence.-- DON'T FORGETYOUR PETS!

-- A three-day supply of water, one gallon per person perday. Add water for pets.-- Three days of food, with suggested items including:canned meats, canned or dried fruits, canned vegetables,canned juice, peanut butter, jelly, salt-free crackers,energy/protein bars, trail mix/nuts, dry cereal, cookies orother comfort food.-- Pet supplies and food--Acan opener.-- Flashlight(s).--Abattery-powered radio, preferably a weather radio.-- Extra batteries.-- A first aid kit, including latex gloves; sterile dressings;soap/cleaning agent; antibiotic ointment; burn ointment;adhesive bandages in small, medium and large sizes; eyewash; a thermometer; aspirin/pain reliever; anti-diarrheatablets; antacids; laxatives; small scissors; tweezers;petroleum jelly.--Asmall fire extinguisher.-- Whistles for each person.--Aseven-day supply of medications.-- Vitamins.--Amultipurpose tool, with pliers and a screwdriver.-- Cell phones and chargers.-- Contact information for the family.--Asleeping bag for each person.-- Extra cash.--Asilver foil emergency blanket.--Amap of the area.-- Baby supplies.-- Pet supplies.-- Wet wipes.--Acamera (to document storm damage).-- Insect repellent.-- Rain gear.-- Tools and supplies for securing your home.-- Plastic sheeting.-- Duct tape.-- Dust masks.--An extra set of house keys.--An extra set of car keys.--An emergency ladder to evacuate the second floor.

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– Household bleach.-- Paper cups, plates and paper towels.--Activities for children.-- Charcoal and matches, if you have a portable grill. Butonly use it outside.

-- Continue to monitor the local news for the latest updates.-- Stay alert for extended rainfall and subsequent floodingeven after the hurricane or tropical storm has ended.-- If you evacuated, return home only when officials say itis safe.-- Drive only if necessary and avoid flooded roads andwashed out bridges.-- Keep away from loose or dangling power lines andreport them immediately to the power company.-- Stay out of any building that has water around it.-- Inspect your home for damage. Take pictures of damage,both of the building and its contents, for insurancepurposes.-- Use flashlights in the dark. Do NOT use candles.-- Avoid drinking or preparing food with tap water untilyou are sure it's not contaminated.-- Check refrigerated food for spoilage. If in doubt, throw itout.-- Wear protective clothing and be cautious when cleaningup to avoid injury.-- Watch animals closely and keep them under your directcontrol.-- Use the telephone only for emergency calls.

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Kent & Jeris Walters

Richard Atwell

Laurie & Nathan Johnson

Nick & Annette Genovese

Mark & Marilyn Bellamy

Carol Muriel & Martin Jaramillo

Guspave Monteleone & Roseanne Zummo

Jonathan Fugit & Deidra Moore

Richard & Amanda Liekweg

Welcome

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SOCIAL COMMITTEEMaria Maggiore

We are happy to say 150 residents and childrenattended our fun-filled Family BBQ. Thank you fortaking the time out of your busy schedules to join us.We want to thank ALL of the VOLUNTEERS , youknow who you are, especially the grill masters. It wasrefreshing to have RITA'S ices after dancing to themusic by RUSTY. The children enjoyed theWATERSLIDE and the GAMES. Remember families,we do it all for the benefit of the community. OURVOLUNTEERS ARE PRICELESS. Please join us onOctober 23 for the children's HALLOWEEN party.S e e y o u t h e r e . M a r i a M a g g i o r e

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Most good gardeners possess two valuable virtues, an eyefor beautiful design and a knack for planning ahead. Withautumn just around the corner, our landscape choices nowwill carry us through until the first freeze of winter. Makeyour landscape more colorful by planning and plantingchrysanthemum, coleus, impatiens, marigold,melampodium, portulaca, salvia, verbena, vinca andzinnia. There is an endless variety of herbs that do well incontainers. Mix the different colored leaves or leaf texturesin a large container to create interest in the landscape andwonderful accompaniment to your meals. Cut back anyleggy annuals such as impatiens, lantana, and sage now sothat they will sprout new growth and continue bloomingthrough fall. If you have poinsettias, lightly prune one lasttime at the end of this month for colorful bracts for theholidays.

Speaking of pruning, some homeowners and homeownerassociations think removing all but a few of the upperfronds on palm trees make the trees more appealing, moreresistant to disease, and able to withstand strong windsduring hurricane season. Over pruning palms can create amultitude of problems leading to death of the plantincluding early fruit fall, nutrient deficiency, and increasedrisk of disease. Furthermore, a palm’s open, feather-likeleaf structure allows winds to pass through easily.

Feed your citrus trees again this month with a citrus andtropical plant fertilizer (10-4-10) so they have an adequatenutrient supply to help with fruit ripening. If rains continueto be frequent, you may experience fruit splitting on thin-skinned types of citrus such as lemons, limes, andtangerines. This problem should decrease as drier weatherarrives in late September. If the limbs are bending you mayneed to thin the fruit to prevent the branches from breaking.If you have fruit that looks sunburned, it is caused by citrusrust mite. The good news is this problem is cosmetic andthe fruit will be safe to eat. If you see a black coating on theleaves of your citrus, this is sooty mold. The cause is afungus feeding on the excrement of scale, mealy bugs,aphids, or similar insects. Horticultural oil spray will killthe insects and loosen the sooty mold.

Don’t forget about watering. Water is the lifeblood of ourplants. It is needed for germination, plant growth,photosynthesis, nutrient transport and temperature control.Between June and September more than half of our totalannual rainfall occurs giving our plants abundant moisture.However, frequent, light rainfall does little to satisfy thewater requirements of our plants growing in hot, dry soil.

In Hernando County much of our soil is sandy and has alimited capacity to retain moisture. Supplemental wateringis a must. Variables such as plant species, time of the yearand weather conditions determine when and how much

plants should be watered. The following guidelines shouldhelp to answer important questions about when to water,how much water to apply, watering methods, drought-tolerant plants and tips for water conservation.

Irrigate only when plants need water. Plants demonstratetheir need for water by wilting. If they continue to wilt inthe evening make sure you water them the followingmorning. Monitor your lawn for signs of leaves curling atthe edges or turning a dull bluish-grey. Lawns should bewatered early in the morning (start at 4 or 5 a.m.) whenwind and temperature levels are low. Be sure to complywith local and regional watering regulations.

When watering, soak the soil thoroughly. Remember, youwant to wet the root zone of your plants and that requiresthree-fourths of an inch of water. To determine when yourirrigation system has delivered three-fourths of an inch ofwater, conduct a catch-can test. Place cans at intervalswithin your sprinkler's spray pattern and water until theaverage water level in the cans reaches three-fourths of aninch. Apply water only as fast as the soil can absorb it. In-ground sprinkler systems are efficient if managed well.Drip irrigation and micro irrigation systems work well also.

Keep up with mowing your lawn.Asharp blade cuts; a dullblade tears the leaves and stresses the lawn. Never removemore than one-third of the grass blade length at any onetime. Grass clippings should be allowed to remain on thelawn. They are not the cause of thatch. Returning theclippings to the lawn recycles nutrients. Be on the lookoutfor chinch bugs, mole crickets, or caterpillars. Treat withthe correct pesticide.

Things to do this month should include applyingcontrolled-release nitrogen to St. Augustine grass andzoysia grass lawns. Check the older fronds of your palmsfor yellowing as it may indicate a magnesium or potassiumdeficiency. Apply an appropriate slow release palmfertilizer such as 8-2-12 Finally, pinch back poinsettiasand mums before the end of the month to allow time forbuds to form for winter bloom.

Remove spent flowers from annuals and perennials toencourage more blooms.

Keep up with lawn maintenance. Mow at the proper heightwith a sharp blade.

Maintain the fungicide treatment for blackspot andpowdery mildew on roses.

Mulch.

The University of Florida's Hernando County ExtensionOffice did not have a list of free courses available priorto going to print.

Happy Gardening!

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August's Landscaping Tips:

Free Landscaping Courses:

THE GREEN THUMBKen Thomas

Hernando CountyMaster Gardener

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Patriot Blue Ox Brake System

Hound dog tray table

3 Shelf Pie Rack with glass shelves

5 Piece 48” Octagonal Oak Table with upholstered

Asking $650.00

Call 352-610-9388

(side chair size)

Asking $75.00 or best offer

Asking $125.00 or best offer

,caster chairs and 18” wide leaf

Asking $500.00 or best offer

Call 352-688-8592

TV - 50� Samsung Plasma

TV 29� Grey Sylvania

Rug - 94 ½� x 124 ½�

Floor Lamp

Sewing Machine

Canopy

Plastic Utility Tables

Bike

Speakers

(PDP) Flat Screen TV, w/stand & remote, excellent condition - $450

regular TV, excellent condition -$149

Area Rug, square shades of bluecolor scheme, beautiful intricate designs of very largeantique gold, antique bronze, brick red, blue, pink, andwhite branches/flowers, great condition sentimental value- $550

Floor lamp with five (5) Royal Blue hangingTulip shaped bulbs branched out by silver arcs standing onsturdy open u-shaped black base, good condition - $85.

Brand new Brother ComputerizedSewing Machine w/ all parts, separate English & Spanishmanuals incl., excellent condition - $180

Large army green multi-purpose instant canopyw/bag good condition - $30

Two (2) hard white plastic multi-purpose utility tables, small table - $15, large table - $25

26� Women's Schwinn Clear Creek comfort bike,light green w/storage rack, great condition - $85

Sharp Micro Component System speakers, two,Model XL-HP515, good condition - $45Please call (352) 942-3906. If no answer, please leave amessage; will receive a return call the same day.

We have had no new incidents within our community

according to Hernando County Sheriff website.

REMINDER - The Sheriff has asked that we remind

everyone to be vigilant in locking your cars and home

doors. DON'T FORGET LOCK IT OR LOSE IT

I have recently received some information regarding

how to be a good witness and would like to pass some

tips on to all residents.

The Sheriff Department is asking that if you see

something or someone suspicious please note the

following information and call 9-1-1 or the Sheriff's

office at 352-754-6830:

Name ... if you know them

Approximate age

Physical Description (top to bottom) hair color, eye

color, facial hair, build, height/weight, tattoos and

anything out of the ordinary.

Clothing Description (top to bottom) Hat, eye glasses,

shirt (color/style), pants (color/style), shoes (color/style)

and anything out of the ordinary.

Do they have any associates with them

Names,Ages and Physical Description.

Are they stationary or on the move

Method of Travel (on foot, in a vehicle, on a bicycle, on a

motorcycle)

Direction of travel, which way did they go.

If they are in a vehicle provide a description color, year

make/model body style, License tags and state.

If there is anything else you feel is important, please

provide that to the operator.

Finally, I cannot stress the importance of needing more

volunteers, so if you can spare a couple of hours a month

and would like to join our committee, please call

Virginia at 516-697-6095

And of course……..Be safe out there

Virginia Gange, Chairperson

NEIGHBORHOODWATCH

Virginia Gange, ChairpersonAngela Murphy Co-Chairperson

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