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Westchase Government Primer: HOA vs. CDD

Westchase falls under the jurisdiction of federal, state and county governments. In addition, the community is governed by two entities: the Westchase Community Development District (CDD) and the Westchase Community Association (WCA). A number of Westchase neighborhoods also lie within sub-homeowners’ associations. What is the CDD? The CDD is a special taxing district governed by …

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WCA Debates Bathroom Renovation Contract and Hears Vulture Concerns

By Lynn Gonzalez Prior to calling January’s meeting to order, Westchase Community Association President Shawn Yesner held the usual open forum, which gives residents the opportunity to address the board about any issues of concern. Judy Oliveri, Stonebridge Voting Member (VM), took the floor to ask what transpired at the CDD meeting held earlier in …

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CDD Starts January Meeting by Announcing Vacant Seat

By Sarah Temple Chairman Matt Lewis announced that Supervisor Brian Ross had resigned from his position on the board. The remaining supervisors passed the motion to accept Ross’ resignation. Applications for the seat will be accepted through Jan. 31. hose interested in applying should send a resume, or a bio that includes their personal background …

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Voting Members Approve INSGs and Talk Turkey Vultures at January Meeting

By Lynn Gonzalez VMS began the meeting by reviewing a paper ballot for proposed amendments to the Individual Neighborhood Section Guidelines (INSGs). The INSGs in question were for Village Green, Harbor Links and the Villas at Woodbridge. (The amendments are located on the WCA website at www.westchasewca.com under the “Documents” tab.) Following the approval of …

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CDD Tackles a Number of Issues at their December Meeting

By Sarah Temple December’s CDD meeting began with newly elected Supervisor Chris Barrett and re-elected Supervisor Greg Chesney taking the Oath of Office. District Manager Andy Mendenhall presided over the ceremony. Chairman Matt Lewis congratulated the gentlemen on their placement. Matt Rice of Stonebridge attended the meeting to update the board on some concerns from …

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Trio of Therapy Dogs Calls Mandolin Reserve Home

By Lynn Gonzalez You probably know Mandolin Reserve as a relatively small community with residents of all ages and occupations. What you may not know is that three of its four-legged residents are unlikely heroes who came from the humblest of beginnings. Breezy, Everest and Jax were rescued by three different families who transformed them …

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