Dear Landings Association Members,

The summer temperatures continue to rise, making it a challenge to be outside during certain times of day. Typically, when temperatures rise, so do our tempers. As you navigate the summer heat, I encourage everyone to be conscious of this fact and do your best to remain kind and courteous to everyone who crosses your path. Not only is it the right thing to do, but it also could earn you a tribute on the Courtesy Committee’s web page. Head over to www.landings.org/courtesy to read about some of the courtesy encounters your neighbors have experienced lately.

Thanks to all who attended The Landings Association’s recent, annual Hurricane Town Hall Meeting. Chatham Emergency Management Agency (CEMA) provided interesting updates as well as handy tips for what to do if our area is threatened by a storm. One item I noted was that the cone of uncertainty (the map showing where the storm might go over the next several days) has only a 60% chance of being correct. That makes it so important to monitor the latest information and to take early action. You can read a full report on the meeting here.

 As The Landings Association has been reporting this year, speeding on our neighborhood streets remains an issue. More than 1,000 courtesy notices have been issued to date reminding residents, visitors, employees, and contractors to slow down. While these efforts have helped some, speeding continues to be a problem in our community. In June, the Board of Directors voted to suspend a resident’s privileges (including RFID access tags) for 30 days, as well as to impose a $599 fine for traveling 94 miles per hour on the roadway. Those numbers are not transposed, and the vehicle was traveling at this speed inside the gates of the community. I shudder to think what could have happened if someone was attempting to cross the road at that time and didn’t see the car in the distance or if a deer or other wildlife ran out in front of the driver, making it virtually impossible to swerve or quickly stop at that rate of speed. Please do your part to protect those around you, as well as yourself, by traveling under the speed limit. You potentially will save a life and some money, by obeying the posted limits. As previously mentioned, fining for speeding will begin in July. The goal is not to collect money, but simply to incentivize everyone to watch their speed around their fellow neighbors.

One big, annual project now getting underway is the storm drain repair and replacements needed for our 52-year-old community. This year’s budget is just more than $1,000,000. You might not think about why storm drains are so important, until there is excessive rain or a flooding event. In addition, if a storm drain fails, the infrastructure on top of it, including roadways, can fail as well, leading to more extensive, expensive repairs. Once this year’s project is complete, all of the first phase of our community, Marshwood, will have been addressed over the past six years. In 2025, work will move to phase two, Palmetto. The intent of the repairs, mainly cured in place piping, is to bring the systems back to being fully functional for at least the next several decades before extensive work is required again.

Finally, this is the time of year that many of us look forward to much needed vacations to recharge and step away from our hectic, daily lives. Whether traveling or at home enjoying a staycation, please remember to keep your cars and dwellings locked. The beauty and serenity of The Landings, coupled with our seven gates, sometimes can lull us into a false sense of security. Not only should you always lock the doors of your home  and car, but also make sure to remove valuables and firearms from your vehicle and set the alarm. Theft often is a crime of opportunity. Be sure to take all the necessary precautions to ensure you reduce your chances of becoming a victim.

As always, I value your feedback and suggestions. Feel free to drop me a line (karls@landings.org) if you have questions or concerns.

Dear Landings Association Members,

The summer temperatures continue to rise, making it a challenge to be outside during certain times of day. Typically, when temperatures rise, so do our tempers. As you navigate the summer heat, I encourage everyone to be conscious of this fact and do your best to remain kind and courteous to everyone who crosses your path. Not only is it the right thing to do, but it also could earn you a tribute on the Courtesy Committee’s web page. Head over to www.landings.org/courtesy to read about some of the courtesy encounters your neighbors have experienced lately.

Thanks to all who attended The Landings Association’s recent, annual Hurricane Town Hall Meeting. Chatham Emergency Management Agency (CEMA) provided interesting updates as well as handy tips for what to do if our area is threatened by a storm. One item I noted was that the cone of uncertainty (the map showing where the storm might go over the next several days) has only a 60% chance of being correct. That makes it so important to monitor the latest information and to take early action. You can read a full report on the meeting here.

 As The Landings Association has been reporting this year, speeding on our neighborhood streets remains an issue. More than 1,000 courtesy notices have been issued to date reminding residents, visitors, employees, and contractors to slow down. While these efforts have helped some, speeding continues to be a problem in our community. In June, the Board of Directors voted to suspend a resident’s privileges (including RFID access tags) for 30 days, as well as to impose a $599 fine for traveling 94 miles per hour on the roadway. Those numbers are not transposed, and the vehicle was traveling at this speed inside the gates of the community. I shudder to think what could have happened if someone was attempting to cross the road at that time and didn’t see the car in the distance or if a deer or other wildlife ran out in front of the driver, making it virtually impossible to swerve or quickly stop at that rate of speed. Please do your part to protect those around you, as well as yourself, by traveling under the speed limit. You potentially will save a life and some money, by obeying the posted limits. As previously mentioned, fining for speeding will begin in July. The goal is not to collect money, but simply to incentivize everyone to watch their speed around their fellow neighbors.

One big, annual project now getting underway is the storm drain repair and replacements needed for our 52-year-old community. This year’s budget is just more than $1,000,000. You might not think about why storm drains are so important, until there is excessive rain or a flooding event. In addition, if a storm drain fails, the infrastructure on top of it, including roadways, can fail as well, leading to more extensive, expensive repairs. Once this year’s project is complete, all of the first phase of our community, Marshwood, will have been addressed over the past six years. In 2025, work will move to phase two, Palmetto. The intent of the repairs, mainly cured in place piping, is to bring the systems back to being fully functional for at least the next several decades before extensive work is required again.

Finally, this is the time of year that many of us look forward to much needed vacations to recharge and step away from our hectic, daily lives. Whether traveling or at home enjoying a staycation, please remember to keep your cars and dwellings locked. The beauty and serenity of The Landings, coupled with our seven gates, sometimes can lull us into a false sense of security. Not only should you always lock the doors of your home  and car, but also make sure to remove valuables and firearms from your vehicle and set the alarm. Theft often is a crime of opportunity. Be sure to take all the necessary precautions to ensure you reduce your chances of becoming a victim.

As always, I value your feedback and suggestions. Feel free to drop me a line (karls@landings.org) if you have questions or concerns.