Jennifer Parker, Editor
September 1, 2025
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The Clubhouse Office will be closed on Monday, September 1st, 2025 due to Labor Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 2nd at 9AM.
Landscape Update – September 2025
Lush But Thrifty: Turf Maintenance in High Heat + San Clemente Water Pricing Insights
1. End-of-Summer Turf Care Under High Heat
As summer stretches into late August, San Clemente’s turf—whether on lawns, sports fields, or parks—experiences stress from persistent heat and limited rainfall. Maintaining healthy turf in these conditions requires a strategic, gentle approach:
Water Strategically
In extreme heat, lawns require 1.5 to 2 inches of water weekly, delivered in deep, infrequent irrigations—ideally early in the morning to minimize evaporation and disease risk (Southern Living).
Avoid light, daily waterings, which encourage shallow roots; instead, water longer but less frequently for deeper root growth (Southern Living, Level Green Landscaping).
Mowing Practices Matter
Let the grass grow taller (3–4 inches): this shades soil, saves moisture, and promotes deeper roots (Southern Living, Level Green Landscaping, The Spruce).
Mow less often—every two weeks or so instead of weekly—and never remove more than one-third of blade height (The Spruce, Better Homes & Gardens).
Use sharp mower blades to prevent tearing and dehydration (The Spruce).
Protect & Prepare for Fall
Minimize traffic on heat-stressed turf to avoid damage from footprints or machinery (Penn State Extension).
Avoid heavy maintenance—fertilizing, thatch removal, etc.—during peak heat. Instead, plan for fall aeration, dethatching & overseeding, and nutrient treatments when conditions are cooler (Southern Living, Penn State Extension, Gardening Know How).
By combining thoughtful watering, careful mowing, and proactive planning, turf can weather the late-summer heat and bounce back strong come fall.
2. Water Pricing & Budgeting in San Clemente
If you're budgeting turf watering, knowing San Clemente’s water pricing structure is vital—but direct per-unit rates aren’t publicly posted on the city's site. Here's what we know:
Rate Structure Foundations
Santa Margarita Water District—which serves some parts of Orange County—allocates indoor usage at a base "Tier 1" and applies higher tiers for outdoor and excess use, with formulas grounded in person-per-day usage and landscape area, using evapotranspiration (ET) as a factor (smwd.com).
Another case: Irvine Ranch Water District leverages allocation-based conservation rates similarly.
Wholesale and Retail Layers
San Clemente sources water from local groundwater, the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (via the State Water Project and Colorado River), and the IRWD’s Baker treatment plant.
The City’s cost-of-service model includes wholesale costs from these sources—likely baked into variable charges—though we don’t have a customer‐specific breakdown.
Santa Margarita Water District current water rates.
- Tier 1 is $3.60
- Tier 2 is $5.27
Jennifer Parker CMCA, AMS
General Manager
******* August 2025 *******
Key takeaways
- The gallery is currently under budget by $52,000 year-to-date, with monthly income of $13,900.
- State Farm insurance renewal shows a 47% increase, with the Board tabling the decision on changing deductibles pending receipt of additional insurance policies.
- The Ad Hoc Landscape Committee reported that Santa Margarita Water District indicated AB 1572 (prohibiting potable water for non-functional turf) does not apply to Talega Gallery.
- The Board approved an architectural application with the alternate color scheme due to concerns about clustering of white houses in the neighborhood.
- The Board will engage with TMC regarding paint scheme clustering and potentially re-establishing an Architectural Review Committee.
Discussed topics
Financial Reports
Budget and Finance Committee presented the financial dashboard and reports.
- Details
- Jeff Brienen: Admin is $23,000 under budget due to earlier staffing shortage. Landscape is $37,000 under budget due to delayed contract approval. Common area maintenance is $10,000 over budget due to clubhouse repairs. Overall, monthly income is $13,900 with $52,000 positive year-to-date.
- Jeff Brienen: Seagarden financials showed a small gain of $343 for the month, with reserves at $155,000.
- Conclusion
- July 2025 dashboard approved
- Talega Gallery financials for July 2025 approved
- Sea Garden financials for July 2025 approved
Committee Reports
Various committees provided updates on their activities.
- Details
- Frank: Seagarden Committee is focused on roof repairs, particularly a leak related to chimney issues. Seeking additional bids for repairs.
- Steve: Landscape Committee approved a front yard enhancement at 11 Corte Rivera and is developing a parkway tree removal/replacement policy.
- Jeff Brienen: Budget and Finance Committee recommended changing the insurance deductible to $35,000 and establishing reserves for potential insurance claims.
- Dean: IT Committee has implemented online emergency contact data collection, with about half of residents having submitted information. Committee is planning to encourage e-statement adoption to reduce the $200 monthly cost of paper statements.
- Kip: O&M Committee reported on utility monitoring, signage assessment, maintenance repairs, umbrella replacements, and emergency preparedness manual development.
- Colleen: Ad Hoc Landscape Committee is exploring options for AB 1572 compliance, including converting to drip irrigation and waterwise alternatives.
- Conclusion
- Committee reports accepted
- IT Committee's proposal for e-statement flyers approved
Action items
- Board
- Schedule special meeting to address insurance policies
- Engage TMC regarding paint scheme clustering and potentially re-establishing an Architectural Review Committee
- Ad Hoc Landscape Committee
- Obtain written confirmation from Santa Margarita Water District regarding AB 1572 exemption
- Continue exploring water conservation options
- IT Committee
- Implement flyers for e-statement adoption
- Budget and Finance Committee
- Work on details for timing and amount of reserve funding for insurance deductibles
| Upcoming Event | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Music By The Pool | Friday, September 12 | 5pm - 8pm |
| Blind Wine Tasting @ Barnoa | Wednesday, October 8 | 4pm - 6pm |
| Halloween Happy Hour | Friday, October 31 | 7pm - 8pm |
| Friendsgiving Event - Save The Date | Thursday, November 6 | TBD |
| Veterans Day Happy Hour | Tuesday, November 11 | 5pm - 7pm |
| Holiday Dinner | Thursday, December 4 |
Scroll down to view the flyers for important information
about each event. Click the link below to view TMC Events.
Be Scam Smart
Scammers attempt to reach you by phone, by text, and by email.
NEVER give money or personal or financial information to an UNSOLICITED contact.
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STEER CLEAR OF CUSTOMER SERVICE SCAMS
How to avoid a treacherous—and growing—trap
At the AARP Fraud Watch Network, customer service scams are “an everyday occurrence,” says Amy Nofziger, director of fraud victim support. Nofziger’s team has fielded calls from people who fell victim to scammers after Googling customer service for companies such as Geico, Spectrum and Wells Fargo, and clicking on illegitimate links.
Customer service fraud is a type of impostor scam—the most commonly reported scam in the United States, the Federal Trade Commission reported early this year.
How do searches for customer service numbers lead people into the traps of crooks?
- ︎ Criminals create phony sites and then buy ads that force their sites to the top of routine Google or voice assistant searches.
- ︎ Some sophisticated scam rings are also manipulating algorithms to make their phony sites rise to the top of searches.
How to protect yourself
- Slow down. “When you’re looking up a customer service phone number, something has usually gone wrong,” says Nofziger. “And when something is wrong, you’re anxious, nervous and working quickly.” Her advice: Take a moment, catch your breath and calmly scrutinize search results, particularly URLs.
- Be especially careful when booking a trip. Travel is a common source of customer service fraud as passengers scramble to resolve missed connections and canceled flights. To protect yourself, log in to your airline account and contact customer service through the airline’s app, the Federal Trade Commission recommends.
- Avoid posting complaints about customer service on social media. When you gripe on sites like Quora or Reddit, you’re also signaling scammers.
- Ignore unsolicited messages about customer service sites. Don’t answer calls from unfamiliar numbers, don’t click on unsolicited links and don’t give anyone remote access to your computer.
If you get a pop-up, an email, a text message—anything saying that there’s a problem with your accounts—do not call that number.
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Visit the Scam Webpage on the Gallery Website:
- Beef Up Your Password Security on Three Key Accounts (Wall Street Journal)
If the information is aggressive or makes you afraid, uncomfortable or evokes urgency....... then take a deep breath....investigate!
How to Find Previous issues of 'Around Town' & 'Digital Corner'
Around Town
The Around Town Newsletter series by Mary Dean was inaugurated in August 2022. Most back issues describe places and experiences that are still viable today.
All previous submissions can be reviewed on the Gallery website by going to Activities > Around Town.
Digital Corner
Digital Corner is a more recent Newsletter series by Jimmy Hu who provides Ideas and Insights to Living in a Digital World!
All previous submissions are accessible on the Gallery website at Sharing > Digital Corner.
For additional assistance, contact the Gallery Tech Team.
A New and Improved Drift Distillery
Way back in September 2022 I wrote about Drift Distillery, a little place in the Talega Industrial Park near the San Clemente Post Office. They featured great barbecue and cleverly titled craft cocktails with products distilled in house. Success has struck for Drift Distillery and now they have expanded and moved “downtown.” Yes, real “downtown,” better known as El Camino Real in San Clemente.
The new location, at 115 S. El Camino Real, offers expanded seating, a large bar area, and a glimpse into the distilling process. Previously one would order at the bar and then walk back to a serving window when the order was ready. The process is much more refined now with actual wait staff. The food continues to be tasty, featuring barbecue and sandwiches, but now there are more options as well as some appetizing starters. We enjoyed the Kansas City Twinkies which were cream cheese stuffed jalapeno peppers wrapped in bacon with a whiskey barbecue sauce. Yum! Still on the menu are cocktails with clever names. I love “Leaving Early Shirley” and “Where’s My Two-Year-Old?”
The story behind Drift Distillery is always engaging. All of the spirits are distilled in house and the grains used to do so are all grown on the family farm in Bison, Kansas by the parents of owners, Ryan and Lesli Winter. Drift is described as one of the only Farm- to-Bottle distilleries in the country. And, the new tasting room is built with wood from the farm’s 100-year-old barn. It is a down-home kind of place with a San Clemente feel. Give it a try!
Know of something interesting you would like to share with our Gallery community? Let me know: marygdean@ymail.com
Special Events & Activities
Music by The Pool Featuring The Sideways Band
SAVE THE DATE
Blind Wine Tasting @ Barnoa on Wednesday, October 8th from 4-6pm.
Email reminder will be sent out a day before registration opens - Stay tuned!
SAVE THE DATE - FREE EVENT
Historical Society Workshop - Friday, October 10th - 2pm
Email reminder with more information and flyer will be sent out a day before registration opens - Stay tuned!
SAVE THE DATE
San Clemente Village will be hosting a presentation in our Clubhouse Multi-Purpose Room on October 22nd at 2pm. Please click flyer below to register or call Kathy at (949) 441-1348
(This event is not part of the Talega Gallery Recreation Committee)
Friendsgiving at The Gallery
The holiday season is fast approaching and Friendsgiving will start the season with an event to celebrate our community and the special relationships we enjoy. The holiday dinner is scheduled for Thursday, November 6 and each participating household is asked to contribute part of the holiday meal as their fee. It might be cranberry sauce, a green bean casserole, turkey or ham, gravy, wine, or rolls and butter. Don’t worry if you’re not a great cook. Our Friendsgiving Committee will assist each attendee to find a contribution which suits them. Registration will begin on September 18th and close on October 2nd. A special day is scheduled on Thursday, October 9th to come to the clubhouse to select your contribution. We hope you will join this “no fee experience” and make some unforgettable memories together!
News In Review
Management Office Hours – We're Here for You!
SEAGARDEN NEWS
WEEP SCREED (duty of homeowner to correct soil level)
The Association has notified homeowners in Seagarden in writing about ensuring that the weep screed is not covered by soil or debris and that there is at least 2-3 inches of stucco exposed below the weep screed to ensure no flooding can occur. All homeowners and tenants need to be vigilant in checking around the exterior of the house, especially during heavy rains. If rain water is not draining adequately or fast enough, measures should be taken to remediate the problem as soon as possible. If any interior damage is caused by weep screed issues, the homeowner is responsible for the financial consequences.
EARTHQUAKE INSURANCE
There currently is NO earthquake insurance on the Seagarden buildings
We would also like to remind each Seagarden owner that obtaining and maintaining additional earthquake and/or loss assessment coverage is to your benefit .
Loss Assessment coverage helps pay your share of certain additional assessments levied by the Gallery Association on Seagarden members for earthquake-damage repairs. Assessment coverage is offered by CEA and maximum coverage is currently $100,000.
SEAGARDEN: WHERE IS YOUR MONEY GOING?
Please CLICK HERE to view the current expenses.
The Seagarden Advisory Committee meets the first Wednesday each month at 10AM at the Clubhouse. All Seagarden owners are encouraged to attend.
Reminder About Online Registrations
from the Recreation Committee
It has recently become an issue at events that some residents have brought guests who were not signed up or who had not paid for the event. 
Residents who have not registered for an event with a fee or with participant limits will not be admitted. Residents who have not registered for a free event will only be admitted if space allows.
All Residents are reminded of The Gallery “Online Event Registration Rules & Regulations” which are referenced on every event registration form.
Click the orange graphic to see the rules.
The Rules for multiple registrations are:
- Each household is allowed 2 registrations. One must be a Gallery resident.
- If a 3rd person resides in a household and that person is a registered “tenant”, “occupant”, or “caregiver”, that person may also register for events.
- If an event is later opened to guests, additional registrations may be purchased.
- The honor system will be relied upon for enforcement.
If you have registered for an event and are unable to attend, please contact the office ASAP so the next person on waiting list can be notified that an opening has become available.
We appreciate your consideration for others.
The Gallery Tech Team
Gallery residents helping Gallery residents.
Comprised of volunteer Gallery residents, the purpose of the Gallery Tech Team is to:
- Offer help with:
- adapting to changes in information technology
- accessing and using Gallery related websites and emails,
- learning general / basic uses of technology (computers, tablets, mobile phones),
- accessing online BOD and Committee meetings.
- Address resident requests for help with technology.
The Gallery Tech Team will offer occasional workshops on selected focus topics. They will also be available to address individual requests for help in one of 3 ways:
- Appointments (in the clubhouse)
- Zoom
- FaceTime
Gallery residents may submit a request for help using the online form that takes only a few minutes to complete. If the online form is not accessible for any reason, the Office will complete a form for you.
For more Information about the Gallery Tech Team and its members, click here.
To view the online Tech Team Request form, click here.
If you would be willing to help Gallery residents as a member of the Gallery Tech Team, click here.
Thanks in advance to members of the Gallery Tech Team for volunteering their time and expertise.
Sports - Fitness - Games - Clubs - Classes
Book Club
The Book Club will meet on Monday, September 1, 2025, at 11:00 am., at the Clubhouse. The book that will be discussed at the meeting is, “Mockingbird Summer", by Lynda Rutledge. Historically, the Book Club has met on Labor Day. No staff that day, so entrance will be by fob.
Those who choose to can join the meeting via Zoom at:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87871749964?pwd=YUgrSFJ4R0srL3g2UnJmUHMzQUtGZz09
Meeting ID: 878 7174 9964
Passcode: 434970
Book selections for November 3, 2025, January 5, 2026, and February 2, 2026, will be made at the September 1, 2025, Book Club Meeting. Members are encouraged to bring their book suggestions to the meeting.
Previously, the Book Club agreed to discuss “The Frozen River,” by Ariel Lawson. Mary Dean and Maryann Lenkoski will lead this discussion in January, February, or March, and the order of the books selected to be discussed may need to be adjusted.
FUTURE BOOK SELECTIONS:
October 6, 2025 - “The Third Twin,” by Ken Follett"
Mary Carlson
Current E-mail Address: wacmac2@icloud.com
Try "Poolates" with Diane Raibon – Free Class!
Join us for a FREE Poolates class with instructor Diane Raibon on Tuesday, September 16, from 11 AM to 12 PM. This low-impact, water-based workout is great for all fitness levels!
Spots are limited — the first 15 people to sign up will get in. To reserve your spot, call the Clubhouse office or email Oscar.Hernandez@seabreezemgmt.com.
Don’t miss out!
Pickleball at TMC
The community has a good sized group of pickle ball players who live in the gallery. We are always interested in having new players join our group. We play at the sports court near the main Talega pool. If you are interested in learning to play, Dean Waldfogel is willing to give instruction to interested players. If you would like more information on pickleball, please email either Barbara Beaupre at bbeaupre1136@gmail.com or Dean Waldfogel at dean@waldfogel.com.
Cribbage Players Needed!
Cribbage is a card game that can be played with two, three, or four players.
Gallery Residents are welcome to contact Mike Levin at mikelevin88@hotmail.com. He will be in charge of organizing and scheduling the games.
Canasta
Interested in joining a NEW canasta group?
Contact Marita Springer at 949.933.6660
No cooking involved!
Aerobics Plus
Co Ed Aerobics & Weight Training
Clubhouse MPR - Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday
9:30 - 10:00 - Aerobics Exercise
10:00 - 10:30 use weights and do core and flexibility mat exercises
(Bring your own mat & weights or use those available) You can attend the entire class or come for either half.
Billiards
Wanted: Women and Men Billiards Players.
Just for fun and non-competitive. We typically play Mondays and Wednesdays at 11:30. Please text Mike Levin at 925-525-1521 for more information.
Zumba
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
9:00 a.m.
Zumba is a fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training — alternating fast and slow rhythms — to help improve cardiovascular fitness.
Monday Night Poker
Monday Night Poker is looking for new players.
6pm - 9pm in the MPR
Please email Mike Beaupre for more information.
Jazzercise
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
10:00 a.m.
Jazzercise is a combination of aerobic exercise, HIIT cardio, and dance fitness safe and effective for all ages and fitness levels.
Additional Classes
Water Aerobics - Daily at 9am Pool
Aerobics Plus - Tuesday, Thursday at 9:30 MPR
Dance Aerobics - Saturday at 9:30am MPR
Line Dancing - Thursday 10:30am MPR
Lap Swimming - Daily at 7am Pool
Yoga - Tuesday, Thursday at 8am MPR
Check the Gallery Calendar for updates.
If you would like more information, call the Clubhouse Office.
Reminders
REMINDERS:
2.18.5 Orange County Animal Control is the proper entity to contact for animals not being properly controlled or maintained by their owner. To report problems, call Animal Control at (714) 935-6848.
3.11.4 (c) : Residents who use the Patio are responsible for ensuring that:
iii. All umbrellas are closed and tied securely
Volunteers Needed
The continued success, attractiveness and reputation of The Gallery community depends on the active participation of our many volunteers.
If you are interested, please complete the Application for Committee Appointment form on The Gallery website. If you have questions, do not hesitate to contact the clubhouse office or the committee chair.
Click to View a List of All Committee Members Serving The Gallery.
Gallery Tech Team Request
- Gallery residents may submit a web-based Tech Request form to the Gallery Tech Team. (Click below.)
- If unable to submit the form online, a resident may contact the Gallery Office. The office will provide a paper copy of Tech Request form and submit it for you.
- The Tech Team in most cases will respond within 24 to 36 hours.
BUY - SELL -DONATE
Click here to see current listings
Do you need to sell an item? Perhaps you are looking for an item?
Rather than trying your luck at Craigslist or other selling platforms, stay safe in your own neighborhood and help support your neighbors.
You can access the Gallery Online Swap Meet, upload a photo of your item, or post a description of what you are looking for. Items will only be posted for 90 days, if you have not sold your item, you will need to relist it for sale. If you have sold your item, please call the office and we can remove your listing so you don't continue to get calls. Click here to connect to the swap meet. View Video
E-Statements
Here is how you can help cut down on monthly costs to the Association.
Sign up for E-statements. By signing up for this you are saving the Association on printing and mailing costs monthly. Simply click on the link E-Statements to be directed to sign up. Your account ID is on your snail-mail statement, or call the Gallery Office for your account number to register today. (949) 361-4685
Automatic payments are different than receiving an E-Statement. If you are still receiving paper statements in the mail, follow the directions above to help reduce monthly printing and mailing costs for the Association.
Understanding Guest Policies at The Gallery: What You Need to Know About Hosting Visitors Under 55
Living in a 55+ community like The Gallery comes with many benefits—quiet surroundings, shared interests, and amenities tailored to an active adult lifestyle. But along with these perks, there are specific rules in place to ensure the community remains compliant with federal guidelines and maintains the quality of life that residents expect.
One of the most important—and often misunderstood—rules pertains to overnight guests under the age of 55. Whether it’s adult children visiting from out of town or grandchildren staying for the weekend, it’s essential to understand what’s allowed so you can host your loved ones while staying within the community’s regulations.
Why These Rules Exist
The Gallery, like all age-restricted communities, is governed by the Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA), which allows certain housing developments to legally limit residency based on age. In order to maintain its status as a 55+ community, at least 80% of the occupied units must have at least one resident who is 55 or older.
To preserve this status and the lifestyle it supports, guest policies are enforced—particularly when it comes to visitors under the age threshold.
The Guest Policy for Those Under 55
At The Gallery, owners may host overnight guests under the age of 55 for no more than 60 days in a calendar year. This applies whether those days are consecutive or spread out over time. This rule ensures that the primary demographic remains adults aged 55 and over while still allowing residents to enjoy visits from family and friends.
Here’s a quick summary:
- Guests under 55 may stay overnight for a maximum of 60 days per calendar year
- These 60 days can be consecutive or non-consecutive
- The rule applies to each unit, not each guest
Best Practices for Residents
To help you enjoy time with loved ones while staying within the rules, here are a few tips:
- Track visits: Keep a simple log of guest stays to ensure you don’t exceed the 60-day limit.
- Communicate with management: Let the front office or community association know when you’ll have guests, especially for extended stays.
- Know the rules: Review your community’s full guest policy regularly to stay informed about any updates or additional guidelines.
A Balance of Comfort and Compliance
The guest policy at The Gallery is designed to strike a balance between maintaining the integrity of a 55+ community and allowing residents to spend meaningful time with younger family members and friends. By following the guidelines, you help preserve the community’s unique environment—and ensure it remains a welcoming, well-regulated place to call home.
If you have questions about the guest policy or need clarification about specific situations, don’t hesitate to reach out to the community management team. They’re here to help!
The Gallery Library
Read Any Good Books Lately?
Consider donating gently used, newer books you have enjoyed to the Gallery Library (located in the Billiard Room).
Due to limited space we cannot accept:
- Any books more than 10 years old
- Cookbooks
- Travel Guides
- Technical/Text Books
- "Coffee Table" Books
Meet Judy Hall, our librarian.
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Games and Puzzles
The following games and puzzles are available to borrow from The Gallery Library:
- A large variety of jigsaw puzzles
- Scrabble
- 3 sets of poker chips
- 4 sets of Dominos
- A Checker Board and Checkers
- 3 Chess Boards and 2 sets of Chess pieces
- Sudoku
Donations of additional gently used board games are appreciated..
For more information email Judy Hall
Financial Data All in One Place.
Accessing the Association's financial data just became more user-friendly. Links to budget, audit, insurance and budget reserve reports are now all clickable from the Financials webpage, for both The Gallery AND for Seagarden. The Financials webpage also provides access the most recent monthly Budget Dashboards.
The Annual Budget Report and Annual Policy Statements for The Gallery and for Seagarden are now accessible on the Governing Documents webpage.
All Board of Director Meetings are Hybrid Meetings
Board of Director Meetings are now held both in-person (in the MPR) and online.
To participate in the online version of the meeting, log into the Residents Portal or Board of Directors webpage, and simply click on the blue button. Of course, you are always welcome to attend the in-person meeting.
Vehicle Gate Codes
The new vehicle gate codes do not affect your transponder or gate clicker; this is only a change to the code entered at the gate telephone entry box.
Vendor Code
The new VENDOR CODE *9255 (*WALK) – only works between 6am-10pm, 7 days a week.
This change restricts access for vendors who have been provided with the new vendor code.
Homeowner Code
The HOMEOWNER GUEST CODE *8422 (*TGCA)
The Homeowner code works 24 hours 7 days a week. Additionally, each homeowner has an individual code assigned to the owner. If you would like to use that code, please contact the Gallery office for your individual code.
If you have a family member or care givers who might need access in an emergency, between 10PM and 6AM, we recommend that you share the Homeowner Code *8422 with them and only use the Vendor code for vendors and deliveries.
All Things Gallery
For “all things Gallery,” don’t forget to take advantage of our community website at www.talegagallery.org! You can safelist a vehicle, register for events, peruse the community calendar, or learn more about our Gallery committees. You can also conveniently find and submit a variety of community forms, including Landscape forms, with no hassle.
Looking for something in particular? Go to the Frequently Asked Questions page and enter key word or words in the Search box. Or click on the search icon . 
Name Badges
If you’re interested in purchasing a Talega Gallery gold magnet name badge for $10, please contact Awards ‘N More at awardsnmoresc@gmail.com.
Residents may also email namebadge.com for name badges with a black and white background and larger font. (resident referral)
Special Events
Click the graphic to see Upcoming Events & Meetings.
Click to view details or to sign up for upcoming Special Events or View the complete Gallery Calendar.
Meet Your Block Representatives!
Block Representatives and Alternates are an important link to the community. These volunteers communicate information to their neighbors about upcoming social events and provide important feedback about past events. They also participate in Recreation Committee meetings and serve as volunteers at events. You can find the list of Block Reps HERE!
Meet Your Neighbors
Please consider completing the Meet Your Neighbors form to let your neighbors know what you are interested in and previous experience so you may meet others with the same interest. You can answer all questions, or just answer the questions that are important to you. Just click on Meet Your Neighbors above to submit your answers today.
Can't Remember What That eMail Blast Said?
Previous eMail Blasts are easily accessible on the Gallery website. Login and mouseover News. Then click on Recent eBlasts.
Contact Information Update
Please make sure the office has the correct phone numbers and emails on file for you! We have observed a few emails bouncing back. If you change your email or phone number please remember to let the office know.
Also, we encourage all residents to be sure your Emergency Contact information is correct. if you don't remember, just fill out a new Emergency Contact Form.
You Can Make the Gallery Calendar Look Bigger
Option A: Click on Week or Day (instead of month)
Option B: On a computer, hit Ctrl - '+' or Cmd - '+'. On a tablet, do a reverse pinch.
Option C: Display fewer events. Under Select Category, check Meeting and Events, then click Go.
Gallery Floor Plans
All Gallery floor plans are accessible on the Gallery Website. Go to About Us > Prospective Resident.
It Just Became EASIER to Switch to E-Statements?
- Reduce risk of paper-based fraud and identity theft!
- 24 / 7 / 365 account access
- Get your statement faster
- Reduce carbon footprint
- View history of online statements
- Reduce HOA expenditures!
- Call The Gallery Office for your account number or if you need help setting up your account online.
Trash Cans
Please remember per the Gallery Rules:
Refuse, recyclables, and yard waste shall be kept from public view at all times. Trash shall be placed at the curb in containers provided by the trash collection agency, no earlier than dusk of the evening before the designated pickup day. Emptied containers shall be removed from public view as early as possible and no later than the evening following trash pick up.
You Can Print the Gallery Calendar on One Page
Under Calendars, select Gallery Calendar.
Print a monthly calendar of Meetings and Special Events only. Open the calendar, display the desired month, then click on the printer icon in the upper right-hand corner, or Ctrl-P or Cmd-P.
Resident Endorsed Contractors
You can add your recommendation and see your recommendation instantly appear on the list. AND, there is a now a place where you can update any data or leave a comment about the contractor. Find the list under Sharing > Resident Endorsed Contractors.
Safelisting Your Vehicle!
Each residence is assigned a unit-specific code that you must use to safelist a vehicle when you call into Patrol or safe list online. If you did are unable to locate your code, please contact the clubhouse office at (949) 361-4685
You may safelist a vehicle online by going to the Patrol One website, click here or you may contact them by phone by calling (714) 541-0999.
Summary of Vehicle Parking Rules
If it's BLUE, click it!
Important Contacts & Information
Board Of Directors & Committee Meetings
All agendas are clickable on the webpage of each group and are posted on the bulletin board between the office and the gym.
Please see individual agendas for location or Zoom information.
Monthly Committee Meetings
- Seagarden Advisory: 1st Wednesday of each month at 10:00 AM
- Landscape: 2nd Thursday of each month at 10:00 AM.
- Operations & Maintenance: 1st Thursday of each month at 9:00 AM
- Recreation: 2nd Monday of each month at 9:00 AM
- Information Technology: 2nd Wednesday of each month at 2:00 PM
- Budget & Finance: 3rd Thursday of each month at 9:30 AM
Board of Directors
4th Tuesday of each month, 4:30PM
President: Marianne Houston
Vice President: Russ Lines
russlinesgallery@gmail.com
Secretary: Brien Manning
Treasurer: Mike Beaupre
Director at Large: Sheila Forchtner
General Manager:
Jennifer Parker
jennifer.parker@seabreezemgmt.com
(949) 361-4685
Assistant General Manager
Oscar Hernandez
oscar.hernandez@seabreezemgmt.com
(949) 361-4685
General Email Account
talega.gallery@seabreezemgmt.com
TGCA Website: www.talegagallery.org
Clubhouse Hours: Monday to Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Patrol One
(714) 541-0999
SafeList Website: www.patrol-one.com
Talega Maintenance Corp. (TMC)
Slope Maintenance, Slope Irrigation
Issues, Streetlights, & Mailboxes
Phone: (949) 361-8466
Email: info@talegatoday.com
Website: www.talegatoday.com
After Hours Emergency
TMC: (800) 428-5588
Seabreeze: (800) 232-7517
(The After Hours Emergency number is not for safe listing your vehicle).
OC Sheriff Non-Emergency:
(949) 770-6011
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The Talega Gallery Newsletter is a monthly publication for the Talega Gallery homeowners. The acceptance of an ad, business or classified, does not convey approval or endorsement by the Talega Gallery Association. The Association claims no liability for the 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.
Contact the Gallery Office by Email or Phone: (949) 361-4685
