It was a packed house at the June 10 Voting Member Meeting. GAC Chair Rick Goldstein informed the audience that guest speaker Sheriff Chad Chronister was not able to attend. WCA President Michiel Oostenbrink moved into new business. The first order of business was a vote on INSG amendments for Stockbridge and Berkeley Square. Greens […]
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The June 2 CDD meeting began with audience comments. A Harbor Links resident expressed frustration with the modification process required to install a brick paver driveway. He said the process was far too complex. Field Manager David Sylvanowicz, who had been in conversations with the resident, pointed out that there had been a disconnect in
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In Florida, Hurricane season runs from June 1- November 30. The information outlined below is offered to help you prepare – especially those who are new to the area. Know your Evacuation Zone If you live in Westchase or the Northwest neighborhoods that receive the WOW, you live in a hurricane storm surge evacuation zone.
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GAC Chair Rick Goldstein introduced Johnny Wong, executive director of Hillsborough Transportation Planning Organization (TPO), and Elizabeth Watkins, executive planner for Plan Hillsborough at the May VMs meeting. Wong gave a brief presentation about the purpose of the TPO and explained that at the suggestion of the state legislature, staff members were investigating the possibility
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Westchase Community Association President Michiel Oostenbrink presented the Westchase Medallion to Sonny Whyte at the May board meeting to thank her for her many years of service to the community as office manager of the Westchase Community Development District. Oostenbrink acknowledged that because he didn’t properly notice the May meeting, all official actions made would
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May’s meeting opened with the Public Hearing on Proposed Increased Use Fees for Park Reservations and Gate Clickers. Before the board voted on the park reservation fee proposal, Office Manager Sherida Cook informed the board how the county processes park reservations, so they had an up-to-date comparison. She reported that the county recently stopped allowing
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Summertime is almost here, and with it, more time to enjoy new spots in the 65,758 square miles that encompass the Sunshine State! If you find yourself searching for the ultimate outdoor getaway that blends beachside relaxation with recreation on the waves that the east coast of Florida is known for, plus small-town charm, look
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Kim Sumerel of Southern Arts and Events is no stranger to hosting successful events. Her background in children’s theater has taken her to schools across the South to host educational theater programs. While living in the Orlando suburb of Lake Mary, she began offering themed events to promote the local artisan community. Sumerel moved to
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The April 1 meeting began on a positive note with a resident thanking Field Manager David Sylvanowicz for looking after the trees in the Shires. During his anticipated update on pond 125, Engineer Robert Dvorak confirmed he had attended a pre-construction meeting with Site Masters and they were looking to start work later that week
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A West Park Village resident opened the audience forum by inquiring about enforcement of the “No Parking” signs in West Park Village. GAC Chair Rick Goldstein explained that the county will be adding the fire zone markings and the sheriff’s office is obligated to enforce parking restrictions within those zones. He said that the other
