Enhancing Our Community
Over the course of the next several months the Gateway Greens communities will benefit from a range of projects – all with the objective of enhancing our community. One of the focus areas is to improve our overall landscaping aesthetics. The Gateway Greens Homeowners Association’s Landscaping Committee is developing a multi-year plan to ensure that our homeowners live in a community that has a well-designed landscape plan that is attractive, well-maintained and enhances property values by enticing prospective residents.
The first hurdle of identifying and contracting with a new landscaping provider is complete! Effective May 1, GreatView Lawn Care is now our primary provider. They are known and respected for delivering top-tier landscaping services with a passion for excellence to enhance the beauty and value of outdoor spaces. Over the course of the next months, expect to see a committed crew hard at work, dedicated to beautifying our community and creating a welcoming atmosphere. We will see a new, refreshed look with beautiful plants and by removing pine straw and replacing it with bark mulch.
Well-maintained landscaping can significantly impact property values and make the area more enticing to prospective homebuyers and residents in several ways, a few of which are:
• Maximize property value as potential buyers associate well-maintained landscaping with overall property quality. Healthy plants and thoughtful landscaping suggest that the homeowners understand the importance of their surroundings and the overall quality of life in the community.
• Faster sale times when both common and personal properties are in harmony with attractive landscaping, individual properties tend to sell faster.
• Environmental benefits include the use of native plants, proper irrigation, and sustainable practices to improve environmental conditions by reducing soil erosion, improving air quality, and supporting local wildlife.
Once the Landscaping Committee provides an assessment of both near- and long-term enhancements, the recommendations will be shared with the community. In the meantime, please be assured that work is already in process, including improvements around our monuments. We will need to be patient as we wait until painting concludes – which is soon, weather permitting.
Landscaping plays a multifaceted role in our lives, enriching our physical, mental, and emotional well-being while contributing to a more vibrant and sustainable environment. We are now partnered with the right supplier to support our vision!
Hurricane Season Is Here!
Although our hurricane season, from June 1 to November 30, is our least favorite time of year in terms of weather, we understand that Mother Nature is in charge, and it’s our job to manage through the process as best we can! Welcome to “Hurricane Corner” where we will provide some helpful hints on how best to prepare for the potential of a hurricane, cope upon arrival and respond when it’s over. Even though the peak typically occurs between mid-August and mid-October, we all need to have a plan starting now!
This first article will help you better prepare, which can make a big difference in your readiness to protect you, your family, and your home. Start now!
Once a hurricane is forecasted for our area, it’s easy to dismiss the seriousness when the words “advisory” and “watch” are used versus the more imminent label of “warning.” However, for preparedness it’s best to act immediately – as the timeline for progression can be shorter than we realize – creating panic, long lines and shortages. Even at the lowest level of “advisory,” conditions are expected to cause significant inconveniences that may be hazardous. A “watch” notice should trigger your family’s plan to take proactive measures. Prior to a “warning” being issued, all of your preparedness should be complete as hurricane conditions are expected within 36 hours and you should be in your execution phase to ensure your safety.
Consider the following for your preparation plan:
• Ensure your vehicle’s gas tank(s) is at least half full. Load your vehicle with emergency supplies such as flashlights, flares, jumper cables, etc.
• Stock a supply of consumable water, hand sanitizer, toilet paper, paper towels, soap, bleach, etc.
• Plan an evacuation route – check the Florida Department of Transportation or Office of Emergency Management websites to find evacuation routes near you.
• Prepare family and pet “GO BAGs” – to include these suggested items:
- Food and bottled water for family and pets
- Batteries, extra phone chargers
- Personal items such as medications (including any pet meds), toiletry and first aid kits, clothing and blankets
Note: Florida law allows pharmacists to refill prescriptions early if the county where you reside is under a hurricane warning, declared as a State of Emergency, or operating its Emergency Center and Emergency Management Plan
- Pet leashes, ID tags, carriers and other important items like vaccination records
- Cash (don’t rely on ATM’s being available)
- Photocopies of essential documents (passports, birth certificates, driver’s licenses, Social Security cards, debit/credit cards, home insurance information, etc.) in a waterproof container
• Plan for an emergency shelter location – download the FEMA application at fema.gov/mobile-app.
Caution: Not all shelters accept pets so do your research!
• Develop one out-of-state contact that everyone in the family can call to check in and report their status.
• Trim trees prior to hurricane season; clean house gutters and clear street drains of debris
• Fill an extra bathtub with water if possible and/or fill empty gallon jugs with water for showering, flushing toilets, etc.
Remember the advice from both the Boy and Girl Scouts: Be prepared.
We Want To Hear From YOU!
Communication is a two-way street, and the Gateway Greens community is no exception. The Gateway Greens Homeowners Communications Team implemented new communications platforms to ensure our homeowners have valuable and updated information about your home and community. Multiple ways to ask questions and submit ideas to the Board and Alliant, our property managers are now in place:
1. The Gateway Greens resident portal is a great overall resource, with new content added regularly. The Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section provides key information to understand a range of questions that new and longtime Gateway Greens residents have asked – with the answers you need. You will find questions and responses while discovering information about:
a. When is garbage pickup?
b. Guidelines for the proper maintenance of your home and property
c. How to handle a speeding ticket
d. When is the next Board meeting?
e. How to rent your home
f. How to report an alligator nuisance
g. What are the parking rules?
h. And much more!
Check out https://www.gatewaygreens.com
2. It’s easy to submit ideas for the community and to ask specific questions with our new Communications email: [email protected].
Whatever your question, we want to hear from you! There are many great ideas coming from within a community of more than 1,400 homes. Plus, you may have a particular issue or challenge that needs an answer because it is not in the FAQ section. Your input will also help us in our quest to provide updates on a broader range of topics and add content to our website. Email us any day, any time – and we will get back with a response!
3. You can also submit requests at https://home.alliantproperty.com/community/new-request for a billing question, fee waiver, service or maintenance; or a general inquiry. Please be sure to select the option on the form that best describes the problem with plenty of detail, including the specific location or area of concern. Please note that you need to submit separate requests for each individual issue reported. Our team will review your request and determine if it’s an association issue or something that the homeowner will need to address.
4. Our newest communications vehicle is the Gateway Lifestyle online magazine. The publication you are reading is loaded with recent Gateway Greens news and useful information pertaining to your home and community. It is emailed to you monthly or you can visit https://gateway.seabreezecommunications.com/ for current and past issues.
5. And finally – watch this space and via email to hear more about our Community Channel on Comcast! We are excited to be able to share 24/7 tidbits of news for you in a very different communications method. Stay tuned!
The Gateway Greens Communications Team is focused on being proactive in a variety of ways to ensure you get the information you need to enjoy your home and community. Now, let’s hear from you!
