Aquarina Townhall Blog

Everyday we  exit and enter Aquarina.  Bump, bump, bump as we enter our Aquarina and bump, bump, bump as we exit our Aquarina.  This entrance is the first impression of our community.  These pavers have been existing  for 33 years.  They are due for a tune up, i.e. a resetting.  The cost to correct this ongoing condition is certainly less than what we are presently spending  on indulgent projects.

We spend our funds on moving a work out room and embellishing a golf Maintenance Yard to a condition beyond what is commensurate for our golf course, yet we are bounced exiting and entering or community.

Again, what are our Board of Directors thinking?

Your thoughts?

We were on a walk this evening and heard a loud wining noise and saw a flashing red light in the clump of bushes by the Tee Box at Hole 17.  We walked over to investigate and within the vegetation was a large stainless steel box (electrical) with a large cement manhole cover in front of it in the ground.  A pole at the top of the metal box and a red light at the end of the pole was flashing.  A loud wining sound was going off.

Does anyone know what this could be? It’s obviously some kind of warning for this site.

Click the link below to open.

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The Voice wants to encourage Comments, thoughts, opinions, etc. and create a dialogue within the Aquarina Community.  The posting of Comments anonymously may encourage more folks to participate.  Of course, if you want to be recognized with your Comment, then make a note of that and your name will be included with your post.  Again, your Comment will be posted anonymously unless you direct otherwise.

The following subjects will be discussed with the next postings in the Blog.

• Aquarina Golf’s emerging and rising industrial complex by the water treatment plant.
• Priority step planning with our reserves.
• Are the Board of Directors and our By-Laws and CC&R’s in sync?
• What’s next for the Admin Building?
• How can the residents call for a community meeting?

 

• It was good for folks to have the meeting last evening  where a face to face with the new gate access company was made available for an orientation and questions.  Those without the “Smart Phones” may be challenged (The Voice still maintains a “Flip Phone”for back up – LOL); however, I would think home computer access to the system should also be available to notify the system of additions and changes for others to access through the gate.  Hopefully, the transition to this new system will be as seamless as possible.

 

• The Fourth of July gathering coming up at the Beach Clubhouse is a wonderful way to meet other residents and bond again with neighbors, where existing relationships can be strengthened and community differences can be discussed and better understood.

 

• Has anyone noticed that the old Aquarina Beach access and parking area have been cleared and cleaned up.  Hmm.

Have a Wonderful and Safe Fourth of July!    

 

As you all may have noticed, in the past few months the Admin Building roof had been redone.  This is for which our funds should be used, keeping up assets that need repair.  This is a good example of our reserves being used correctly.

HOWEVER, see the links below, which show County Citations on the roof work that was completed.  Unfortunately, the work was done by an unlicensed contractor per the County.  Fines were levied and paid with a signature of acknowledgement for the violation. This situation begs the questions.

• Was the contractor insured?
• Did the contractor (unlicensed) have the skill level to do the job correctly?
• Was the fine payment part of the total cost to do the job, i.e. our cost?

It is understood that our Board of Directors are not licensed building or roofing contractors.  However, aren’t they responsible for  selecting licensed and insured contractors to complete work correctly that needs to be done?

It would seem that as custodians and stewards of our community funds and having the fiduciary responsibility to oversee these funds, would not decisions to spend the funds be directed with careful consideration that the funds are spent with prudence that lead to expected successful results?

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Your comments are always appreciated for our community dialogue.

Open the link below and go to page 12 to read about some history from where you live.

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Unrest, concern, and support have emerged among the residents as a result of the AnAquarinaVoice.com Blog.  The overwhelming response has been positive and in agreement with what has been disclosed.  The Blog holds that only truths are published, and rumors and unsubstantiated information are avoided and not Blog worthy.  However, creditable and supported comments are encouraged to create a community dialogue.

The question for the Aquarina Community becomes: With a seven member Board of Directors overseeing the ACSA and the AGI (golf course, restaurant, tennis, and Beach Club) with resident paid fees coming in of about $1,500,000 per year, do these seven members need oversight or an Ombudsman Committee to make sure the By-Laws are followed and the four businesses are run within a business model and within budget, considering what has been disclosed by the Blog?

• Fourth of July community get together (see link below for details).

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• Details below on the new community gate access.  Orientation to be offered.

Hi Residents,
Mike Morris of the Safety & Security Committee will be hosting a “Tap2Open Demo Day” at the Community Center, Thursday, June 28 starting at 5:00 PM!!  This will not be streamed via GotoMeeting – You will have to attend in person.

I’m sure you have many questions, so if you are still here on site, please stop by.  Bring your Smart Phones as well.  If you do not have or choose not to use a Smart Phone, I would encourage you to attend anyway.  Please note the FAQ’s below, and see you Thursday!

Aquarina Gate Security/Entry
Frequently Asked Questions
June 25, 2018

How do residents enter?

Residents enter using their existing device. In addition they may use their cell phone or create a PIN that they can use at the keypad. (The keypad will be installed at the community entrance near the end of July. PIN numbers cannot be assigned before then).

I am a resident who is registered in the Envera system, do I need to fill out a form to register with Tap2Open

No registration form is necessary for Tap2Open. After logging into the Tap2Open database contact the Community Association Manager with any questions. You should have received an email with a link for registering online. If you have not please contact the Community Association Manager.

Do I still use the same fob for the Community Centre and the Beach Club?

Yes. You can still use the fob you now have to access the Community Centre and the Beach Club. After registering with Tap2Open and downloading the APP you will also be able to use your smartphone to enter these buildings.

I have a cleaning service or other service provider that comes once a week, do I need to do anything to ensure they can still enter Aquarina after July 29th.

Yes, you will need to send all of your service providers an email invitation. You can limit access to specific days of the week and specific hours and the period authorized (up to one year). You will eventually be able to generate a PIN for entry as an alternative to using a Smart Phone.

I rent my unit, how will I provide access to my tenants after July 29th?

As unit owner you must register online with Tap2Open, add the tenants and send them an email invitation. Provide them with a PIN as well. This PIN will be specific for your unit, tenant & tenant’s guests, and should not be distributed to anyone who is unrelated to your unit.

Please note that FEDEX, USPS and other such service providers will be given their own entry codes.

Respectfully,

Debbie Jones, LCAM
Community Association Manager
Aquarina Community Service Association
Phone:  321-952-6919

• June Board Meeting cancelled. See announcement below.

Members,
The ACSA Board meeting is cancelled for the month of June.
Notice and agenda will be posted when the next Board meeting is scheduled.

Sincerely,

Debbie Jones, LCAM
Community Association Manager
Aquarina Community Services Association
450 Aquarina Blvd, Melbourne Beach FL 32951
Direct: 321-952-6919
Email: debbie.jones@fsresidential.com