New Security Chief Increases Patrols A new security chief has been hired for our wonderful world of ORPS. He is Chief Felipe Reyes. He is 33 years old and, luckily for us, lives very nearby, for fast response as needed. He served in the Marines, and later as an armored car guard, and as a high end private eye, and in other security positions. Chief Reyes is excited to be working in what he calls a “ really beautiful place ” and is committed to keeping it safe. His first impressions include seeing a very organized and teamwork - oriented community. His crew will be taking a firm stance on speeding, theft and bad guys, but he will also be working to build relationships with the community and to make sure that people feel safe. Reyes also said that he wants to make sure that ORPS residents feel comfortable when they are interacting with his team. Our Resort has only two experienced guards returning, and seven new hires to train up. With full staffing, he will be able to do a lot more routine patrolling, which he believes is key. “ Prevention is always better than reacting after the fact, ” said Chief Reyes. The Chief will be working with his new hires on the importance of customer service, learning our rules and regs, and further comments that he will be holding our security staff to high standards.
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The A&A team has had very busy off - season processing permits so work could proceed during the summer and fall months. For the 2022 - 23 season, we processed close to 400 permits. I hope you will agree that the process changes made toward the end of last season have made it easier to work with the committee (apply the rules not enforce the rules) and provided for a faster turnaround of permits. As we enter the 2023 - 24 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 THE A&A COMMITTEE APPROVAL OF YOUR PERMIT. So, if you are considering making some changes or improvements to your Lot and are 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. Several rule changes were approved during the off - season. Pet enclosures now require just a ten - foot setback from the front of the lot. Trellis fences can now be five or six feet tall and have an aggregate length of up to 48 feet (was 36) subject to the appropriate setbacks. 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!
Please wave to the good folks in the Gate House, give them a thumbs up, and help them do a tough job.
Dan Hannah Safety & Security Chair
Steve Farley A&A Chair
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DECEMBER 2023
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