The Safety & Security Committee (SSC) is excited for the start of a new season! This season ’ s goals are to build upon the successes of prior years. Earthquake & disaster preparedness is the highest priority. Key components are ensuring the radios and rescue & first aid equipment are in good working condition, the Emergency Response Team (ERT) remains stable with 30 experienced volunteers, and a simulated emergency drill is conducted. Emergency preparedness education for owners and renters will continue. Newly created red emergency preparedness cards have been put into current owner mail boxes, and will be included in all new owner and renter welcome packets.
Welcome back to the best RV Resort in the Coachella Valley and one of the best in the United States! The A&A team has had a very busy off - season processing permits so work could proceed during the summer and fall months. For the 2023 - 24 season we processed close to 300 permits. As we enter the 2024 - 25 season it is important to remember a few basic rules/guidelines when it comes to making changes and improvements to your lot. Permits are required for all Lot improvements and repairs including, without limitation, the construction, installation, alteration, removal, or remodeling of any walls, privacy screens, trellis fences, landscaping, golf ball screens/ netting, antennas, utility lines, structures, installations, and improvements of any kind. For repairs to lot lights, fifth wheel enclosures and stairs, painting of RVs and for the removal of landscaping materials and hedges, a No Fee Permit will be issued. For all other improvements, you must submit a Permit Application and pay a $25 fee. NO WORK CAN START PRIOR TO A&A COMMITTEE APPROVAL OF YOUR PERMIT. So, if you are considering doing some changes or improvements to your Lot and uncertain about whether it requires a Permit, please contact Julia, our Compliance Officer, for assistance with your Permit application or to request a consultation with members of the A&A Committee. A major focus at ORPS is for owner ’ s lots to be aesthetically pleasing while following specific rules related to your personal space. As Owners I encourage each and every one of us to become familiar with the governing documents which can be found on the ORPS.COM webpage. You can find them under the following tabs – MORE, then HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, then GOVERNING DOCUMENTS. If you need assistance accessing the website, please contact the front office. The committee and I are looking forward to another great season at ORPS. If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to contact us. Finally, thanks to everyone for your efforts to keep ORPS the beautiful Resort we all love and enjoy! Steve Farley – A&A Chair
The SSC will also continue to support our security chief and his staff. We believe the security team is doing an excellent job. Efforts to minimize theft and prevent outsider intrusion have been effective. Their focus on customer service while educating and enforcing the resort rules & regulations is no easy task. With numerous new owners and renters there is often a lack of knowledge or misunderstandings of the HOA policies. Let ’ s all share our appreciation to the security staff for their diligence and hard work. Please wave, smile and share a friendly hello when you see them throughout the resort. Security Team Members Fun Facts:
Luis Godinez – 5 ½ yrs at ORPS, works morning shift, hobbies include fishing, cooking, playing sports, and working out at the gym. Bucket list items include a visit to the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Saul Lozano – 3 yrs at ORPS, works morning shift, interests include cooking and playing video games. Bucket list items include watching the Eagles win another Superbowl, experiencing a Texas BBQ and travel outside the USA. Efrain Valenzuela – 1 yr at ORPS, works morning shift, favorite activities include playing sports and video games. Future goals are to have children and travel to Japan.
Photo by Brian Betts Lot 568
Steve Stockman — Safety & Security Chair
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DECEMBER 2024
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