Amy Bone, Editor
December 1, 2021
Holiday Clubhouse Schedule
In observance of the Christmas holiday, the clubhouse office will close at 3pm on Wednesday, December 22nd and be closed on Thursday, December 23rd & Friday December 24, 2021, for Christmas Eve. We will resume normal business hours on Monday December 27, 2021.
In observance of the New Years holiday, the clubhouse office will close at 3pm on Wednesday, December 29th and be closed on Thursday, December 30th & Friday December 31, 2021 for New Year's Eve. We will resume normal business hours on Monday January 3, 2022.
All Clubhouse classes, cards and activities will still be available using your FOBS
Call for Candidates!
Talega Gallery Community Association
A CALIFORNIA NONPROFIT CORPORATION
PUBLICATION OF NOMINATING PROCEDURE & DEADLINES
THE NOMINATING PROCEDURE
The Talega Gallery Community Association Annual Meeting of the Members is scheduled for March 22, 2022 for the purpose of electing two (2) Owners to the Board of Directors by Membership vote, with a term of office for two (2) years each. California Civil Code requires that only Owners may run for a seat on the Association’s Board of Directors. If you are interested in being a candidate to serve on the Board of Directors, please complete the Candidacy Statement below and include your written qualifications (Candidate Statement) on a separate sheet of paper, then submit them to:
Talega Gallery Community Association
c/o Seabreeze Management Company, Inc.
22 Calle Galeria
San Clemente, CA 92673
The deadline to receive these Candidacy Statements is Thursday, December 23, 2021, at 5:00 pm, so your name can be published on the Notice of Annual Meeting which must be posted at least 30 days prior to the distribution of the ballot materials.
Each member has a right to verify his or her personal contact information by the deadline noted above to receive candidacy statement forms and to ensure that all Members have an opportunity to review their personal information at least thirty (30) days before ballots are mailed.
If you have any questions about this notification or would like to receive a digital copy of a candidate statement form, please contact Jennifer Parker, General Manager at (949) 361-4685 or [email protected]
Gallery Operating Rules
On Nov. 23, 2021, following a 28-day member review and a community-wide Town Hall, the Board approved the final updates and revisions to the Gallery Operating Rules. The Rules are now posted on the website.
Thanks to the members of the Governing Docs committee for their hard work and dedication to this project: Ron Brown, Frank Courtney, Adrienne Waibel, Bob Curtin, John Oliphant and Linda Ernst. Thanks, also, to the staff who supported this project: Amy Bone, Jen Parker, and originally, Lauren Donovan - without their help and guidance we'd have never finished this mission.
Seagarden,
Where is Your Money Going?
The Seagarden Committee would like Pinturas residents to know that your assessment money is hard at work.
Year-to-date expenditures:
- $5,115 Various roof repairs from water damage
- $1,730 Termite repair and treatment
- $8,925 Roof inspection, repairs & gutter cleaning
- $3,780 Roof repair due to water damage
Totaling $19,550 charged to our reserve account
We have received proposals for these preventative repairs in the near future:
- $2,000 Various doors to be painted or replaced
- $7,575 Dry rot repairs and/or replace with foam
- $59,000 Weep screen repairs: investigating priority items
Gallery Events
Veteran's Day Happy Hour
<<<<<< Click graphic to see photos!
Gallery Calendar
Click the graphic to see Upcoming Special Events.
or
View the complete Gallery Calendar.
Name Badges
If you’re interested in purchasing a Talega Gallery gold magnet name badge for $10, please contact Awards ‘N More at [email protected].
or
Residents may also email namebadge.com for name badges with a black and white background and larger font. (resident referral)
Thanksgiving Food Donations
Thank you to everyone who helped with the Orange County Rescue Mission food donations. We did a great job this year! The community was able to provide over 25 bags of food to the Orange County Rescue Mission!
Toys For Tots
"Neighborhood Dirt"
What’s the Landscape Committee up to these days?
Welcome to our first Landscape Committee column. Get the "neighborhood dirt" on how the Landscape Committee is working to reduce water usage with the help of technology. If you are a homeowner who would like to learn more about how our community can save money by saving water, click the links below and check this new section of the Newsletter for updates in the future.
In the future we will publish articles of interest to our community in an effort to keep everybody informed on major Committee activities and water efficiency efforts.
Landscape Committee Webpage
The current water shortage situation is a topic of much conversation. To help us all better understand the issue, we would like to introduce the Santa Margarita Water District’s Best Management Practices and current shortage stage, which is Stage 2. More detailed information is available on the SMWD website. https://www.smwd.com
Fall/Winter Mowing Schedule
Just a friendly reminder that starting October 4th, mowing will be every other week! Additionally, as we continue to get cooler weather the watering schedule will be lowered to 2-3 days a week.
Winter Pool Heating Schedule
The pool heat is scheduled to be turned off January through March 1, 2022. This will allow the time needed to conduct the necessary maintenance on the pool & spa.
Since the spa is heated year round, the spa will be open until the maintenance occurs at which time it will be closed for the duration of the maintenance.
Curb Painting
Thank you everyone for your assistance with TMC's big slurry seal project! While they are done with the big part, they still have the finishing touches to complete. Champion Paving will be back in the coming weeks to repaint the red fire curbs and touch-up anything that needs to be fixed. An email blast will be sent out once we have more information. For now, please be mindful of the curbs as they are now and avoid parking at the red fire curbs.
Wrought Iron Fencing
We have observed on inspection that there are many homes that have mounded dirt covering the bottom of the perimeter wrought iron fencing.
All mounded dirt must be removed from the fencing immediately as it will corrode the fencing and void our warranty.
Also, please keep all irrigation in your backyard from hitting or pooling at the footings of the perimeter fencing. Should you notice the irrigation from the slope is hitting your fence, please contact TMC at 949-361-8466 to open place a work order.
Clubs, Classes and Activities
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.
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Yoga with Mike Ward
Tuesdays & Thursdays
7:30 a.m.
$8 per class
Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Please bring your own mat or blanket. Beginners (men & women) are welcome!
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Beginning and Experienced Canasta Players Wanted!
Walk in Canasta on Thursdays from 2pm to 4:30pm in the MPR. Separate Tables available for beginners and experienced players
Please email Judy Hall if you would like additional information.
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Monday Night Poker
Monday Night Poker is looking for new players.
6pm - 9pm in the MPR
Please email Mike Beaupre for more information.
Book Club
On December 6, 2021, at 11:00 a.m., the Book Club will have its Annual Holiday Luncheon in the Card Room. For information about the Holiday Potluck, please contact Mary Carlson at 949-573-5353.
FUTURE BOOK SELECTIONS
January 3, 2022 - “Everybody’s Son," by Thrity Umrigar - Barbara Beaupre will lead this discussion
February 7, 2022 - “The Lying Life of Adults," by Elena Ferrante - Vinnie Sheftell will lead this discussion
March 7, 2022 - "Anxious People," by Fredrik Backman - Mary Carlson will lead this discussion
April 4, 2022 - “The Midnight Library,” by Matt Haig - Phyl Andersen will lead this discussion
May 2, 2022 - "Behold the Dreamers,” by Imbolo Mbue - Barbara Beaupre will lead this discussion
Email Mary Carlson
From Patio Parties, to Mahjong, Bridge, Poker, Jazzercise, Tai Chi, Canasta and MORE! Check the Gallery Calendar for dates and times of all the activities.
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!
Sue Aaron and Linda Stevens are the Block Reps for Camino Alenza. Please do not hesitate to reach out to them if you have any questions!
REMINDERS
Safelisting Your Vehicle!
All residents should have received a welcome letter in the mail and instructions on how to safely list a vehicle. If you did not receive this letter please contact the clubhouse office at (949) 361.4685.
Each residence was given a unit-specific code that you must use to safelist a vehicle when you call into Patrol or safe list online. You may safelist a vehicle online by going to the Patrol One website, click here or you may contact them by phone by calling (949) 367.8055.
Review the Parking Rules
Please Click here for more information!
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 and it will be up-dated by the staff. Click here for the 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 Cntrl - '+' or Cmd - '+'. On a tablet, do a reverse pinch.
Option C: Display fewer events. Under Select Category, check Meeting and Events, then click Go.
Have You Switched to E-Statements Yet?
- 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!
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
Under Calendars, select Gallery Calendar.
Option A: Print a weekly calendar that includes all events and activities. Click on Week, then click Print
Option B: Print a monthly calendar of Meetings and Special Events. Under Select Category, check Meeting and Events, then click Go. Display the Month, then click Print.
Resident Endorsed Contractors
The list of contractors recommended by Gallery residents has been reorganized and revised. You now have the opportunity to add your own recommendation and see your recommendation instantly appear on the list. You can also search the list for a particular service. Find the list under Contacts > Resident Endorsed Contractors.
If it's BLUE, click it!
Important Contacts & Information
Board Of Directors & Committee Meetings
All agendas and minutes are clickable on the webpage of each Committee.
Agenda are also posted on the bulletin board between the office and the gym.
Please see individual agendas for location or Zoom information.
Open Positions
Want to get involved but don't know what you can do?
The Recreation and Landscape and Website Committees have open positions.
Click to complete and submit an application.
Applications will be accepted until qualified candidates are found.
Monthly Committee Meetings
- Seagarden: 1st Wednesday of each month at 10:00 AM
- Landscape: 1st Wednesday of each month at 3:00 PM.
- Operations & Maintenance: 1st Thursday of each month at 9:00 AM
- Recreation: 2nd Monday of each month at 9:00 AM
- Website: 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: Roger Jolicoeur
Vice President: Linda Ernst
[email protected]
Secretary: Mary Dean
[email protected]
Treasurer: Robert Curtin
[email protected]
Member at Large: John Oliphant
General Manager:
Jennifer Parker
[email protected]
(949) 361-4685
Assistant to the General Manager:
Amy Bone
[email protected]
(949) 361-4685
General Email Account
[email protected]
TGCA Website: www.talegagallery.org
Clubhouse Hours: Monday to Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Patrol One
(949) 367-8055
SafeList Website: www.patrol-one.com
Talega Maintenance Corp. (TMC)
Slope Maintenance, Slope Irrigation
Issues, Streetlights, & Mailboxes
Phone: (949) 361-8466
Email: [email protected]
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.
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