TALEGA GALLERY NEWSLETTER

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1 TALEGA GALLERY NEWSLETTER May 2018 A Message From OCFA: Most all of us have been affected, one way or another, by the many wild land fires that California experienced during the 2017 fire season. With over 1.3 million acres burned and over 10,000 structures destroyed, the impacts from wildfires across the state during the fire season were devastating. The Orange County Fire Authority recognizes that fire season is year-round, with California experiencing a dramatic increase in both the number and intensity of large, damaging wildfires over the last decade. This is the new normal of the State s wildfire environment. Orange County Fire Authority is here to help you and your communities become better prepared for the next wildfire. Time is precious during a wildfire event with many people only having enough time to evacuate with the clothes they are wearing. It is important to be prepared well ahead of the threat of a wildfire and there are some key elements that can be done in preparation to help minimize the effects of a wildfire. READY: Prepare your evacuation plan, including responsibilities, egress routes, and meeting places. Make sure your yard has a minimum of 100 of Defensible Space or, if you have smaller lot, your whole yard has all dead and dying plant material removed, including dead palm fronds. Trim trees off your roof and at least four feet above the ground/shrubs below it. Clean and remove all leaves and other flammable debris from your roof gutters and swales. Look around and imagine where an ember will land (look to see where leaves gather). SET: The fire is coming activate your evacuation plan. How close is the fire to your Trigger Point? If time, pack your car, grab the items you ve already identified as MUST HAVES (i.e. People, papers, prescriptions, pets, pictures, personal items). GO!: Get out EARLY! It will take longer than normal to evacuate your neighborhood so don t hesitate. Inside this issue: Community News 2-4 Upcoming Events Exercise Classes Community Calendar Cinco De Mayo Saturday, May 5th 5:30 pm 8:00 pm Ladies Tea Friday, May 18th 11:30 am 2:00 pm Important Contact Info. 8

2 May Talega Gallery Newsletter Page 2 Proposed Parking Rule Revisions At the April 3rd Board meeting the Board voted to adopt the Association Rules and Regulations relating to vehicle parking. An blast was sent out to the community advising of this change. All permits for third vehicles have been issued. If you have a third vehicle and have not registered it with the office please do so immediately so you may be issued a permit. Resident s Contractors and Service Providers All contractors must obey all California Vehicle Code Rules and the Rules as set forth by the Board. Residents are responsible for the actions of their contractors. Other than for business communications, contractors or service providers radios will not be played on the Common Area premises or played in any manner that interferes with the quiet enjoyment of any Resident. Contractors are not to bring persons under the age of eighteen (18) on the Common Area premises. Contractors are not to bring dogs or other animals onto the Common Area premises other than as allowed by federal and state law. Contractors may not obstruct street with objects or building materials that are hazardous to pedestrians, vehicles, etc. Contractors may only work between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Construction activities are not permitted on Sundays or Holidays. Gallery Speed Limit There have been several near accidents lately due to excessive speed on Galleria. Please be mindful of your speed when driving within the Gallery gates. The posted speed limit in the Gallery is 25 mph. Please advise your guests and contractors of this as well. Thank you in advance for your cooperation! Clubhouse Refresh Project The Clubhouse Refresh Project is in full swing. The paneling has been put on the lobby ceiling, wall covering has been installed in the MPR and the library/new lounge, new cabinets have been built, new lighting has been installed in the Club Room (formally the Billiard Room), new lighting has been installed in the conference room and the entrance exterior. Painting has been completed in the Lounge, Card Room, Conference Room, Corridors and Clubroom. All carpeting has been installed in the Clubhouse and Club Room as well. Watch for the weekly blast to follow each week s plan. It is still anticipated that the work will be done near the end of May. More news as it happens! Governing Document Amendment and Restatement The Ad Hoc Governing Document Amendment and Restatement Committee has received the first draft from the attorney. The Committee has submitted all of their questions and comments to the attorney and we are anticipating the second draft toward the end of May. We will advise the community when a Town Hall meeting will be scheduled. Memorial Day Weekend Clubhouse Holiday Hours Saturday, May 26th 8:30 am to 12:00 pm Sunday, May 27th 8:30 am to 12:00 pm Monday, May 28th Closed Outdoor Watering Schedule Outdoor watering of plants, shrubs and lawns is three times per week between the hours of 12:00 am - 2:00 am.

3 May Talega Gallery Newsletter Page 3 How to Safe List a Vehicle To safe list a vehicle, you no longer need a paper on your window. You may safe list your guest vehicle 24 hours a day as indicated below: Website (24/7) Enter your address, click the dates on the calendar you need the vehicle safe listed, license plate number, make, model and color of vehicle, click the agree box then submit. OC Patrol (24/7) Onsite Office- (during business hours) TMC Architectural Application Process & Guidelines There have been some questions about when owners need to submit an architectural application to the Master Association (TMC). Painting: If you are planning on changing your paint color to a different scheme then the original, you must submit an architectural application to the Master Association and receive approval. If you are painting your home the exact current scheme color then you must notify the on -site management office by providing the paint numbers and the scheme number. Backyard enhancements: If you are changing out dying plants with the exact same plants, trimming trees, replacing seasonal plants or replacing the sod in your backyard this is considered maintenance. No application is needed. If you are changing plants, hardscape, installing patio covers, jacuzzies, pavers, etc. you will need to submit an architectural application to the Master Association. Please review the Master Associations (TMC) architectural guidelines found once you log in to Contact the on-site office or Kathy Conkey directly at should you have any questions Street Sweeping Schedule Street sweeping occurs on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month. Please ensure vehicles are not obstructing the street sweeper on these days. (May 4th & 18th) Electronic Statements Please help us to significantly reduce costs for the Association by signing up for E-Statements! E-Statements are separate from auto pay of monthly fees. Management will be happy to sign you up for e-statements. Please contact the office at (949) for more information. ADDRESS LIGHTS If your address light is out, please come into the Gallery office to get a free replacement bulb. Do not buy your own light bulbs. If you buy the wrong ones, it could cause the electrical housing unit to melt or bend. New Front Yard Plant List The TMC Board of Directors approved a new revised Talega Gallery Approved Front Yard Plant List on November 8th. You can find the new plant list on the Gallery website or at the front office. Please review the revised plant list before submitting a Front Yard Landscape Change Request for TGCA Landscape Committee approval. You will find seasonal plants (Ivy Geraniums, Petunias, Pansies, Impatiens, Begonias, etc.) are on the list but succulents are not included.

4 May Talega Gallery Newsletter Page 4 Open Position on the Recreation Committee The Rec. Committee has an open position. Please stop by the Gallery front office for an application. Applications will be accepted until a qualified candidate is found. Open Position on the Budget and Finance Committee The Budget and Finance Committee has an open position. The Committee is seeking candidates with a CPA or strong financial background. Please stop by the Gallery front office for an application. Monday Night Poker Group You may have thought that the Poker Group on Monday night was for men only. Perhaps historically that was true, but that is no longer the case, If you are interested in playing poker, be you male or female, please consider joining us on Monday nights in the Banquet Room from 6-9 pm. You don t have to be an expert to play. We are a friendly group. The group is on a brief break. If you are interested in playing, give Wayne Carlson a call at It s Bocce Ball Season! Join your neighbors for friendly competition at the Bocce Courts on the 2nd & 4th Fridays of the month starting at 5PM! Bring appetizers, dinner and/or BYOB to enjoy the rest of the evening. The Gallery Book Club The Gallery Book Club will meet Monday, May 7, 2018 at 11 am in the Clubhouse. The book that will be discussed at that meeting is Rules of Civility by Amor Towles. Future Book Selections: June 5, 2018 Home Fire by Kamila Shamsie Ladies Tea & Chico s Fashion Show Friday, May 18, :30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. $50 per person This year s event will feature a variety of hot teas and a savory buffet of finger sandwiches, salads, fruit and desserts. You may choose your table when you sign up, and you may sign up for tables of 8. One resident may bring checks for 8. This event is open to guests. CLUBHOUSE GRAND OPENING Saturday, June 16th 2:00-4:00 pm The Tim Gill Quintet will be performing jazz on the patio. We will have appetizers and wine to celebrate our beautiful newly remodeled clubhouse. We will also have our designer Robert Puleo on-hand to answer any design questions you may have. We look forward to seeing you there. Everyone is invited!

5 May Talega Gallery Newsletter Happy Hour at the Gallery Join your neighbors for Happy Hour at the clubhouse! Bring an appetizer to share and your own drink of choice to this popular homeowner event. All Happy Hours Begin at 5:00 PM The upcoming 2018 Happy Hour schedule is: Wednesday, May 16th Friday, June 1st Friday, June 15th Friday, July 6th Friday, July 20th Friday, August 3rd Friday, August 31st Friday, September 7th Friday, October 5th Wednesday, October 31st (Halloween) Friday, November 9th SUMMER GAMES Saturday, June 23, :00-7:00 pm Games, Prizes, Hamburgers & Hot Dogs! Kick off the Summer with a fun afternoon! Enjoy pickleball, ping pong, bocce & a putting contest. Prizes awarded! Afterwards enjoy grilled hamburgers & hot dogs with chips, sodas & dessert. BYOB Sign Up begins Wed. May 23th after 7:30 am. Limited to 80 residents Thank you to our vendors, ProTec Building Services & O Connell Landscape for providing the food and grillers. Page 5 TSpoons

6 May Talega Gallery Newsletter Page 6 Water Aerobics Increase flexibility, range of motion & muscle strength! Saturdays 9:00-10:30 am with Susan Foltz $20/month or $8 drop-in Zumba Gold Monday/Wednesday/Friday at 9:00 AM Zumba Gold is an exciting dance-fitness workout with upbeat Latin music designed specifically for the Baby Boomer generation. No Zumba Classes on Friday, May 18th Due to the Ladies Tea set up in the Banquet Room. We apologize for the inconvenience. Aerobics with Rhonda Tuesday, Thursday and Saturdays! Shed calories, stay active, make new friends and have fun! Join Rhonda for 30 minutes of aerobic exercise followed by 30 minutes of weights and mat exercise. No fee. Beginners (men & women) are welcome. Classes are held at 9 AM on Tuesday and Thursday; 8:30 AM on Saturdays. Rhonda's DVD is always available 9 AM on Tuesday and Thursday 8:30 AM on Saturdays. Tai Chi with Jimmy Mondays & Thursdays Jimmy Hu, a Gallery resident, offers complimentary classes for the Gallery community. Qigong and Taiji (also known as Tai Chi) are ancient Chinese practices that involve slow flowing movements, meditation and deep rhythmic breathing. Its benefits include increased flexibility, balance and a calm meditative state of mind. TMC Block Party Registration $500 Patriotic Block Parties Dates: Memorial Day/ Independence Day/ Labor Day Weekends Location: Within your neighborhood Visit- for more information and to complete a Pre-Block party application. Registration Date: Memorial Day Registration May 1st at 9 AM Independence Day Registration June 1st at 9 AM Labor Day Registration August 1st at 9 AM Mondays & Thursdays from 3:30 pm to 4:00. Classes are held in the banquet room. No fee.

7 May Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Water Aerobics 8:30 am Mahjong 10:45 am Book Club 11:00 am Men s Poker 6 :00 pm Mahjong 6:30 pm Men s Bridge 6:30 pm Water Aerobics 8:30 am Rec Meeting 9:00 am Mahjong 10:45 am Men s Poker 6 :00 pm Mahjong 6:30 pm Men s Bridge 6:30 pm Water Aerobics 8:30 am 27. Clubhouse Holiday Hours 8:30 AM 12 PM Mahjong 10:45 am Men s Poker 6 :00 pm Mahjong 6:30 pm Men s Bridge 6:30 pm 28. CLOSED 1. Yoga 7:30 am 8. Yoga 7:30 am Bunco 6:30 pm ( closed ) 15. Yoga 7:30 am 22. Yoga 7:30 am BOD Meeting 4:30 pm Mexican Train 6:00 pm Hamilton 7:30 PM 29. Yoga 7:30 am 2. Water Aerobics 8:30 am Seagarden Meeting 9 am Barber Shop Quartet 4:00 pm Walk In Canasta 6:30 pm 9. Water Aerobics 8:30 am Barber Shop Quartet 4:00 pm Canasta 6:30 pm ( closed ) 16. Water Aerobics 8:30 am Barber Shop Quartet 4 :00 pm Walk In Canasta 6:30 pm Happy Hour 5:00 PM 23. Water Aerobics 8:30 am Barber Shop Quartet 4:00 pm 30. Water Aerobics 8:30 am Barber Shop Quartet 4:00 pm 3. Yoga 7:30 am O & M Meeting 9:00 am 10. Yoga 7:30 am Landscape Meeting 9:00am 17. Yoga 7:30 am B & F Meeting 9:30 am 24. Yoga 7:30 am Bunco 6:00 pm ( closed ) 31. Yoga 7:30 am 4. Water Aerobics 8:30 am Street sweeping 11. Water Aerobics 8:30 am Duplicate Bridge 12:15 pm Bocce 5:00 pm 18. Water Aerobics 8:30 am Street sweeping Ladies Tea 11:30 AM 25. Water Aerobics 8:30 am Duplicate Bridge 12:15 pm Bocce 5:00 pm 5. Aerobics 8:30 am Water Cinco De Mayo 5:30 PM 12. Aerobics 8:30 am Water 19. Aerobics 8:30 am Water 26. Aerobics 8:30 am Water Clubhouse Holiday Hours 8:30 AM 12 PM May Talega Gallery Newsletter Page 7

8 May Talega Gallery Newsletter Page 8 ASSOCIATION MEETINGS The Month of May Seagarden Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 9:00 AM Operations & Maintenance Thursday, May 3, 2018 at 9:00 AM Landscape Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 9:00 AM Recreation No Meeting In May Budget & Finance Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 9:30 AM Board Meeting Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at 4:30 PM Board of Directors: Board President- Linda Ernst lernstgallery@aol.com Board Vice President- Mike Pier mikepier2020@gmail.com Board Secretary- Mary Carlson marycarlson.gallery@cox.net Board Treasurer- Robert Curtin rcurtin@hawkhurst.com Board Member at Large- Russ Lines crlines@comcast.net The Talega Gallery Newsletter is a monthly publication for the Talega Gallery homeowners. The acceptance of an ad, business or classified, does not constitute approval or endorsement by the Talega Gallery Association. The Association claims no liability for content of business or classified ads. All ads (business or classified) are limited to the available space for placement. If you would like to place an ad, contact the General Manager for more details. Hello everyone! Do you have a friend or neighbor in the Gallery who would like a card expressing encouragement, sympathy, or congratulations? Please be sure to contact us when a card would cheer a Gallery resident! Ken & Vivien Wyse vwyse@cox.net General Manager Lauren Donovan lauren.donovan@seabreezemgmt.com (949) Assistant Manager Denise Rebholz denise.rebholz@seabreezemgmt.com (949) General Account talega.gallery@seabreezemgmt.com TGCA Website Clubhouse Hours Monday to Friday 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday & Sunday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM OC Patrol Private Security Phone: (800) Safe List Website: Talega Maintenance Corp. (TMC) Slope Maintenance, Slope Irrigation Issues, Streetlights, & Mailboxes Phone: (949) info@talegatoday.com Website: After Hours Emergency TMC: (800) Seabreeze: (800)

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