Mike Pratali, Editor
June 1, 2021
Landscape
Mowing Schedule: As a reminder, the community mowing is completed on Thursdays & Fridays weekly.
Irrigation Schedule: The current watering schedule for planters is set at 3 days a week with a two-minute cycle. The current watering schedule for the turf areas is 3-4 days a week with a 3-4 minute cycle. The turf schedule will continue to be adjusted based on the weather.
Community Grass & Irrigation: Management and the Landscape Committee are working closely with our Landscapers to make sure our community grass is looking fresh and colorful. The proper steps are being made by closely monitoring the irrigation to make sure the grass is watered appropriately.
White Grub Treatment: The community was treated last week for White Grubs with two (2) applications being applied.
COVID-19 Update
Orange County Has Moved into The Yellow Tier!
There is light at the end of the tunnel! Orange County is now in the Yellow Tier!
Yellow tier (Minimal Risk) means we are closer to becoming normal again. Now that we are in the Yellow tier, up to 32 persons are able to gather on the Patio, and 55 persons can be in the pool area. Please remember there still can be no sharing of food or drinks with members outside your household. Masks and social distancing are still strongly recommended in all club facilities.
The fitness center has increased to no more than six (6) residents at any time. The Billiards Room to no more than sixteen (16) residents at any time. The MPR to no more than twenty four (24) residents at any time and the cardroom to no more than sixteen (16) residents at any time.
In the Yellow tier please remember all groups and activities must still continue to use Court Reserve and must sign the release form to use the club facilities.
All outdoor amenities remain open.
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!
Did You Know?
Reminder: Backyard Irrigation & Fences
It is important owners remember to monitor their backyard irrigation. Please make sure that your irrigation is not over spraying onto the surrounding wrought iron fence as this will cause damage over time. Remembering to monitor your irrigation level can help keep your cost down and our community looking magnificent!
Coyotes & Rattlesnakes
Due to recent concerns by residents, we remind residents to contact Animal Control at (949) 492-1617 to report any sightings and do not approach!
No Guests Allowed at the Club Facilities
Due to Covid-19, guests are temporarily not allowed in common areas.
This includes the, billiards room, pool, spa, bocce, putting areas, patio area and the entire inside of the Clubhouse, including the fitness center and the card room.
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Fire Gate Keys
Do you know who on your street has the key to the nearest fire gate?
Review the recently updated Fire Gate Key Directory.
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.
Gallery Give & Take
June, 2021
Where do we turn when we want quick, easy, inexpensive entertainment? Right…our television. During Covid restrictions, that big screen has become the replacement for outings to the theatre, movies, and concerts. It has replaced travel and sporting events, provided instruction in areas such as cooking, auto repair, crafting and exercise to name a few. This month we share television or cable shows, movies or series that have helped us through that long period of isolation. Check out our Gallery Give and Take page for some recommendations. Feel free to add your own favorites.
Next month, July, we are looking for recipes for summer salads. Check out your files and cookbooks to share those delicious salads that can be enjoyed on a warm sunny afternoon or balmy evening.
Book Club Still Going Strong!
The Book Club will have a Zoom meeting on Monday, June 7, 2021, at 11:00 a.m.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89259844385?pwd=WkdmRWlBUVhWZzlhL09KcGp5N1ptdz09
Meeting ID: 892 5984 4385
Passcode: 885320
The book that will be discussed at the meeting is “The Four Winds” by Kristin Hannah.
Book selections for the August 2, 2021; September 6, 2021; and October 4, 2021, meetings will be made at the June 7, 2021, meeting. Members are encouraged to bring their book suggestions to that meeting.
Future Book Selection
July 5, 2021: “The Silent Patient,” by Alex Michaelides
Mary Carlson
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!
Nancy Caine & Colleen Wilson are the Block Reps for Corte Rivera, please feel free to reach out to them if you have any questions!
New Resident: Monday Morning Mingle
Book and Puzzle Exchange Now in the Library!
The Library is now available for book and puzzle drop-offs! Library can be accessed during business hours using your FOB. Books accepted are to be in good condition and published within the last 5 years. Puzzle boxes must be taped closed or in a bag.
Upcoming Events
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Clubhouse Information
Open Positions
Want to get involved but don't know what you can do? 
The Recreation Committee has an open position.
Please visit the Gallery website to submit an application.
Applications will be accepted until qualified candidates are found.
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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: 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 Wednesday of each month, 4:30PM
President: Roger Jolicoeur
Vice President: Linda Ernst
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Secretary: Mary Dean
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Treasurer: Robert Curtin
[email protected]
Member at Large: John Oliphant
General Manager: Mike Pratali
[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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