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First, the PGA POA Board and staff would like to thank everyone for their patience and understanding during this difficult time.

Below are the updates regarding the POA office as of the end of March as it relates to the Coronavirus (COVID-19). We hope that by the time you read this in April, things will have changed for the better.

Regarding the CHILDREN’S PARTY IN THE PARK, planned for April 25th, we are unsure at this time, whether the event will go on as planned. Please check back here at the website for updates. The website will also show updated information regarding PGA-POA office hours and operations.

As of Monday, March 23, 2020, the POA office remains open for business but the POA LOBBY IS CLOSED. Lang Management’s POA team is taking calls and of course, responding to emails. Contact information for PGA POA services is listed below. Both Lori (ARC/Compliance) and I are on site regularly; POA related service orders are being handled; and POA landscape personnel are working per usual. Staff will continue to respond to all calls, we will just miss seeing you in person!

THE ISSUING OF ALL BARCODES WAS SUSPENDED AS OF MARCH 26, 2020.  Returning approved renters who have an inactive PGA Barcode can call (561) 627-2800 and we should be able to re-active it.  All others (owners and renters) who need a barcode will not be able to obtain one at this time.  You will still be able to enter; you will just need to show the guard a photo ID during access-controlled hours We regret the inconvenience.

FISHING LICENSES ARE NOT BEING ISSUED AT THIS TIME. We appreciate your understanding.

ALL PGA POA Parks (i.e.: Marlwood Park, Burwick Park and Masters Park) ARE CLOSED. Equipment is not being sanitized. Signs have been posted.

Some residents or their tenants are putting household trash in the trash receptacles in the parks and on certain street corners. This is NOT permitted. Please be aware that cameras are in use and removal and dump fees as well as fines will be issued to anyone dumping. If you or your tenant have household trash that cannot be placed at the curb on collection days, you can bring it to the LA Fitness Plaza and put it in the POA’s dumpster which is located behind the plaza at the far north end (i.e.: closest to the Green Turtle Car Wash area).

CONTACT INFO FOR PGA POA:

ALL CALLS: (561) 627-2800 – For urgent after-hours calls, please contact PGA Security at 561-627-1600

PGA SECURITY: (561) 627-1600

SALES AND LEASES: Above phone number or email LaurenU@LangManagement.com (copy to
DawnL@LangManagement.com)

ARC/COMPLIANCE MATTERS: Above phone number or email: LoriM@LangManagement.com (copy to
DawnL@LangManagement.com)

GENERAL ADMIN: Above phone number or email: JoAnnP@LangManagement.com (copy to
DawnL@LangManagement.com)

This PGA POA website has all the forms and information that you may need… please check here first.

The website also has the contact phone number for your community’s management company. Please do not call PGA POA for information about your community’s policies and procedures during this difficult time. You will need to call your association’s management office.

We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding and hope that you will remain diligent about following directives. Stay Safe and we will re-open for regular business as soon as it is safe to do so.

BICYCLES

Drivers may believe that bicycles riding single file are unlawfully impeding traffic – they are not. That law only applies to motor vehicles (ref 316.183(5)). In PGA National, bicycles must share the street or ride on the sidewalk so excerpts have been taken from the Florida Statues.

316.2065 can be viewed in its entirety at www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes.

The following information was taken from this site:

If there is no lane marked for bicycles, any cyclist traveling on the road at less than the normal speed of traffic should ride as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway except when passing another bicycle; when preparing for a left turn at an intersection or into a private road or drive; when necessary to avoid a conflict such as an object or situation that makes it unsafe to continue along the right hand curb or edge.

Bicyclists may not ride more than two abreast except on paths or parts of roadways set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles. Persons riding two abreast may not impede traffic when traveling at less than the normal speed of traffic.

Every bicycle being used between sunset and sunrise must have a lamp on the front with a white light visible from at least 500 feet to the front and a lamp and reflector on the rear each with a red light visible from a distance of 600 feet to the rear. A bicycle or its rider may have additional lights or reflectors in addition to those required.

In PGA there are no bicycle lanes. 316.2065(9) states, “A person propelling a vehicle by human power upon and along a sidewalk, or across a roadway upon and along a crosswalk, has all the rights and duties applicable to a pedestrian under the same circumstances.” and Section 10 states that a person riding on a sidewalk or across a roadway upon and along a crosswalk, shall yield the right-of-way to any pedestrian and shall give an audible signal before overtaking and passing such pedestrian.

Please be courteous. Please be patient. Please abide by the above laws.

It seems like the more technology invades our lives. The more we must do to safeguard ourselves in order to enjoy the benefits of it. Criminals are becoming ever so crafty and using the same technology we enjoy, to commit crimes against us. One of the crime trends that seems to be on a rise is keyless car thefts.
 
Keyless car theft is where the signal from your key fob is captured by someone standing outside your home using a signal capturing device. The device transmits the signal to somebody else standing by your car. This tricks your car into thinking the key is near it, which will disable your factory alarm, unlock the doors and allow for the “push button” ignition to be started. I know, if it isn’t one thing it’s another.

Like any crime of opportunity, criminals are depending on our assistance. The success of this crime depends on the location of your key fob. Based on some of the articles I’ve read and news videos. There are a few simple steps that you can take to prevent this occurrence. Such as keeping your keys away from the front door and windows of your home. Placing your keys in a signal blocking pouch aka Faraday Bag or utilizing a wheel lock. I’m sure there are more steps you can take to not become a victim of this crime, but these steps seemed to be a common method of prevention.

As your security provider, we are always ready to lend a hand and together we can make a difference. Never hesitate to call security at 561-627-1600, if you see something, say something. Report all suspicious people and activities. Remember to close your garage door when not in use and always set your alarm when you leave your home.

One last thing. If your bar code is more then five years old or looks a little worn and faded, head over to the POA Office for a replacement. This will save you time at the gate.

I would like to wish everyone a happy and safe holiday season.

Remember to submit a Property Check form if you have plans to travel out of town. Make sure all your doors and windows are secure when you leave your home. Your peace of mind is what’s important.

As your security provider, we are always ready to lend a hand and together we can make a difference. Never hesitate to call security at (561) 627-1600.

If you see something, say something. Report all suspicious people and activities. Remember to close your garage door when not in use and always set your alarm when you leave your home.

Happy Holiday Season from Allied Universal!!!

The following bios are for the individuals who are candidates for election to the Board of Governors of the PGA Property Association.

KEITH AHRONHEIM

Keith purchased a home in the Patio Homes community in 2006 and became a full time resident in 2010.  He has served on the POA Board for the past two years and serves on the Security and Rules committees.  In addition, he has served on the Patio Homes HOA Board for the past eight years and is currently the HOA Vice President.

He is a graduate of Stetson University College of Law and holds a BA Economics from Adelphi University, Garden City, NY.   Keith has always been involved in community service.  His background includes being a guest lecturer for the Executive Leadership Council, Palm Beach State College; Chairman Homeless Committee for Palm Beach County Affordable Housing Coalition; Executive Committee member of Palm Beach Continuum of Care (Homeless & Housing Alliance of PB County); in House General Counsel for Real Estate Education and Community Housing, Inc. (R.E.A.C.H.) in Palm Beach Gardens and VP for Chase Bank.  He is also a volunteer captain for USPGA Men’s Golf Tournament (Honda Classic) and received the Jim Patrick Award. 

Keith feels he would continue to be an asset to the PGA POA Board of Governors and would appreciate the opportunity to continue to provide his experience and expertise to the Board and residents of PGA.

ROBERT (BOB) BROWN

Bob and his wife, Estelle, live in General Pointe and have been full time residents of PGA National since 1994.  Bob and Estelle have both been active in the PGA community since they moved here.  They were originally residents of Villa D ‘Este where Bob served on their Board as Secretary/Treasurer.  He has also served on the PGA Members Club Golf Committee and is presently the Treasurer of the Eagleton Pointe HOA and past Treasurer of PGA POA Board of Governors.

Bob also a member of the Security and Architectural Review Committees for PGA POA.  With his background in Systems Engineering and knowledge of Computer Systems, he helps with the Board’s focus on beautification and security while monitoring finances.

Bob has a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and did post graduate work in Nuclear Physics.  During his employment he worked on the first automated air traffic control system, Doppler radar systems and Air Traffic Control Systems.  Before retiring and moving to PGA, he spent 18 years working on the Hubble Space Telescope (HST) as Systems Engineering Manager.  Bob also was part of the Payload Control Center at NASA for the launch and checkout of the HST and its first servicing mission.

He appreciates your support and would be honored to continue to serve the residents of PGA National by serving on the PGA POA Board of Governors.

DEBRA CANNEY

Debra Canney and her husband, Terry, have lived in the PGA National community for three years and are full time residents of the Preston community. Debra owns her own landscape design business, Canney’s Landscape Architecture LLC.  She is also a former Planning and Zoning Commissioner for the Town of Jupiter and has served on the Palm Beach Gardens Planning and Zoning Board.

For the past two years, Debra has been an active member of the PGA POA Architectural Review Committee and the PGA POA Maintenance Committee and looks forward to the continuing improvements to the POA common areas.

She would appreciate your vote and looks forward to serving the PGA National community.

MIKE ENGELSHER

Mike has been a full time resident of Eagleton Lakes since 1999. Mike is a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He studied Economics and Transportation Law at New York University and he was admitted to practice before several Federal Transportation Regulatory Agencies. Prior to retiring from American Express as Corporate Director of Worldwide Logistics, his business career included holding senior executive Distribution, Logistics and Transportation Management positions with Fortune 100 companies. He served on the Boards of Directors of a number of business trade associations.

Mike was elected to the POA PGA Board of Governors in 2006. Mike served as Vice President until 2017 when he was elected President.  Mike also chaired the Architectural Review Committee through 2017 and continues to Chair the POA Security Committee.  Mike also served on the Veterans Garden dedication committee.  He represents PGA POA as a Director of the North County Neighborhood Coalition and is a member of the Eagleton Lakes HOA Board of Directors.

Mike would appreciate the opportunity to continue serving on the PGA Board of Governors. As a full time resident, he is very aware of the need for PGA to remain competitive with newer communities. It is important to him that the POA Board remains committed to improving and maintaining the quality of life in PGA National.

WILLIAM T. (BILL) HEATH

Bill and his wife, Rosemary, have been permanent residents of the Canterbury community for the past three years and he served on the Canterbury HOA Board of Directors for the past two years.  He has also served on the PGA POA Architectural Review Committee for the past year.  Bill and Rosemary were “snow birds” for 16 years and owned homes in Club Cottages, Bristol Club and Lexington Green where Bill served on the Lexington Green Condo Association board.

He is a “semi-retired” banker having held several Senior Executive level positions in several banks in New Jersey over his career of 45 years.  Most recently, he was President/CEO of a Community Bank and founder of two Community Banks.  He still serves on the Board of Directors of a Community Bank in New Jersey.  He holds a BS Degree at Rutgers University, NJ and Stonier Graduate School of Banking.   He served for four years in the US Air Force, Honorable Discharge and is a member of the Disabled American Veterans.  He is also active with the PGA National Members Club and has been a Honda Classic Marshall for the past four years.

Bill has the time to serve on the PGA POA Board of Governors and an interest in the continuing growth and enhancement of the PGA National community.

RALPH INFANTI

Ralph and his wife, Claire, have lived in Marlwood Estates for over thirty-seven years.  Prior to retirement, Ralph was a Land Developer, Contractor and Civil Engineer in Greenwich, CT.  His work experience and professional expertise has allowed him to assist the Board and Committees of PGA POA.

His involvement with PGA includes: Serving on the Transition Committee for two years where he served on the Water Management, Maintenance, and Management Company Selection Committees.  He has served on the POA Board of Governors and POA Committees since transition (including one year as Vice President).  Ralph currently Chairs the POA Maintenance Committee and serves on the ARC and Security Committees. 

Ralph would appreciate the opportunity to serve another two years.  He enjoys helping to improve and update the community without substantially impacting the budget would like to ensure that the projects the current Maintenance Committee and Long Range Planning Committee have planned may be carried through to completion for the benefit of the community.

ROBERT (BOB) KRAMER

Bob Kramer and his wife, Marilyn purchased their home in Fairway Villas in 2010.  Bob has served on the Fairway Villas Board since 2012 and is currently their Treasurer. Since joining the PGA POA Board of Governors in 2015, he has assisted with the Maintenance Committee and currently serves as the Vice Chairman.  He also Chairs the Rules Committee where he was instrumental in finalizing needed updates to the POA Rules and Regulations. Bob is currently the Treasurer of the PGA POA Board of Governors.

Bob holds an MBA in Accounting from St. John’s University. Before moving to Florida, he was the Manager of Taxation, Finance and Employee Benefits for Swiss Air.  After leaving Swiss Air he served on a number of philanthropic organizations and was on the Board of the International Airline Federal Credit Union for over ten years, including eight years as Treasurer.  This background has given Bob a unique ability to calmly work with residents and other board members to find amicable solutions to many issues.  

Bob would appreciate the opportunity to serve another term on the Board of Governors and to ensure that improvements continue to be made to the POA common areas in order for property values to continue to increase.

JAMES (JIMMY) M. SCHWARTZ

Jimmy and his wife, Judy, are full time residents of the Thurston Community.  They have recently sold their home in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and settled in PGA National after having spent numerous winters visiting friends here.  Jimmy and Judy can often be found at the PGA Sports and Racquet Club.

After graduating the University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pa. with a B.A. Degree in Economics and English in 1972, Jimmy went to work for a land developer, became a real estate agent, and developed a zest for construction.  In 1990, Jimmy formed the Panther Development Corporation, a Construction, Project Management, Consulting, Design company serving businesses and industry throughout the USA.

In addition to Jimmy’s involvement in Panther Development, he is the Past-Chairman of the Board of the American Cancer Society – Western Region Pennsylvania;  Past–President of the Inverness Condominium Association for 20 years (his former home in Pittsburgh, PA); Past-President of the Baja Restaurant, Inc. (a Pittsburgh Bar / Restaurant Facility) that he helped to develop; Current Pennsylvania-licensed Salesperson at Re/Max Realty Brokers, Pittsburgh, PA; Current Treasurer of the Allegheny County Sheriffs Reserve, Pittsburgh, PA; and he is a current member of the Community Mobile Police at the City of Palm Beach Gardens Police Dept.

Jimmy’s drive to volunteer his time, energy, and expertise will be a useful asset serving on the Board of Directors of the POA.  Being new to the process, Jimmy feels that he will be able to bring a unique approach, because of all of his past experiences, providing for a fresh set of eyes to all endeavors.

As you all know, PGA National is vastly unique compared to the surrounding gated communities. Not being a 24-hour gated community makes us susceptible to the threat of crime. Criminals are actively seeking communities to target. Groups of thieves are traveling from other counties to commit residential and vehicle burglaries. In the past two months, we’ve had one vehicle stolen and one home burglarized within PGA National.

This isn’t an attempt to scare anyone, but rather a time to remind you that crime does happen here. So far this year we have experienced eleven residential burglaries and several vehicle burglaries in our commercial areas. When criminals are canvassing an area in search of their next target, open garage doors and leaving valuables in plain sight in your vehicles increases your chances of becoming the victim of a crime.

As homeowners and board members there are a few counter measures that you can subscribe to that will increase the level of safety in your community as well as at your home. Surveillance systems are one of the biggest deterrence to crime and a great asset to a community. Installing cameras that will capture vehicles entering and exiting your community along with signage, will greatly reduce the likelihood of your community becoming the next target of criminals. Communities could also install cameras around the pool area that would monitor activity throughout the community. Installing a home security camera system is another great idea. These added tools could greatly assist the police department with their investigation.

Your peace of mind is what’s important and the previously mentioned measures can help immensely. As your security provider, we are always ready to lend a hand and together we can make a difference. Never hesitate to call security at 561-627-1600, if you see something, say something. Report all suspicious people and activities. Remember to close your garage door when not in use and always set your alarm and lock your doors when you leave your home.

Membership at PGA National now includes traveling benefits at 300+ clubs nationwide!

We’re thrilled to announce that membership at PGA National Members Club now includes traveling benefits and privileges at over 300+ private clubs nationwide.

That’s right, as a participant in the ClubBenefits/Signature Gold program, all PGA National members now enjoy privileges to play golf, dine, exercise, use pool and tennis facilities, entertain family, friends, and clients, as well as celebrate special occasions at more than 300 clubs across the country. These benefits are provided to all members at no cost!

In addition, PGA National members are now eligible to upgrade to a unique category of membership known as Signature Gold Unlimited which provides additional benefits including *cart fee only golf* and *complimentary dining* at participating clubs across the country.

It’s an exciting time at PGA National Members Club, and we want your family to be a part of it all. We’re currently offering a very-special, limited-time incentive for new members to join the club this season, and with more benefits to offer your family than ever before, there’s truly never been a better time to join!

Interested in a “sneak peek” at the PGA National Members Club Lifestyle?

Simply call the Membership Office at 561-273-2920 to schedule a tour of the club and claim your “Member for a Day” VIP Pass.

The feeding wildlife, including foxes, raccoons, pelicans, sandhill cranes, bald eagles, bears, coyote, alligators and other wildlife is a violation of both state law and the Rules and Regulations of the PGA Property Owners Association! 

The attached page show the penalties applicable and they range from monetary fines up to $5,000 to incarceration for up to 5 years. 

IT IS ALSO ILLEGAL TO FEED SANDHILL CRANES PER SECTION 68A-4.001(5) OF THE FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE. 

Please read the attached document an be sure you are in compliance with both State Law and POA Rules and Regulations.

VIOLATIONS CAN BE REPORTED TO THE FLORIDA FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION  COMMISSION AT (888) 404-3922

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The official dedication ceremony for PGA’s new Veterans Garden in Masters Park took place on Sunday, November 10^th – a bright, sunny, wonderful day!

With an estimated 400 PGA residents and their friends as well as Federal, State, County and City officials in attendance, the Board of Governors of the PGA Property Owners Association (PGA-POA) formally dedicated the newly created garden.The purpose of the garden is to provide an area to honor, remember and reflect on the sacrifices provided by those PGA residents who have proudly served our great nation.

PGA-POA President Bob Hodgson was there and introduced the various officials in attendance and spoke briefly about the Board’s decision to create this garden, recognizing those who have served.

Ms. Cristy McKillop, Associate Director of the Veterans Administration Medical Center in West Palm Beach addressed the audience and thanked those in attendance for their past military service and gave special thanks to those courageous men and women who are currently serving our nation both at home and abroad. She spoke of the facilities available to Veterans at the West Palm Beach Medical Center and of other benefits available to those who have served.

At the end of the ceremony, PGA Veterans committee chairman, Paul Slepakoff thanked the PGA POA Board of Governors for their foresight and patriotism and in particular, Board President, Bob Hodgson for his overall guidance and support.

More information about the PGA Veterans organization can be found on their website at PGA Veterans.org

As you may have noticed, our Recognition Garden is coming together nicely!

The markers for the 5 branches of the Military have been put in place … and most recently, the flagpole and lighting were installed.

Once installed we went ahead and put up both the United States flag and the POW/MIA flag. Our thinking was that we’d put them up now, as a “soft opening” and then start planning for a more important “grand opening” once the landscaping and other design items were completed.

Right now we are looking at Flag Day-2013 as our date for a “Grand Opening”.  There is a lot of work and planning to be done between now and then and soon we will be calling for volunteers to help make this a memorable day.

In the meantime, why not stop by and have a look at the “work in progress”.