LAUREATE PARK MASTER ASSOCIATION

Judging Period: December 11-16
Winners Announced: December 17

CATEGORIES:

1. Griswold – excessive use of outdoor lights and decoration, CRAZY by FUN!
2. Classic – coordinated, orderly, “Martha Stewartish”
3. People’s Choice – photo of all entries will be posted to the LP Facebook page and the most likes wins!
4. Best Block/Group Collaboration – Get to know your neighbors come up with a theme or color scheme and decorate your mew or block.  At least 3 homes in the group.
5. Townhouse – best overall townhouse. 

RULES & REGULATIONS:

1. Participation is open to all residents of Laureate Park.
2. Entry is free, no cost or fees apply.
3. Judges are not eligible to participate.
4. Entry Applications must be received no later than 5 PM on December 11, 2017.
5. Contest is for exterior decorations only, including decorations in windows that are visible from the exterior. Judging will be done from outside the residence only.
6. Judging will be based on “curb appeal” as viewed from the street only. Therefore, only those decorations located on the street side of the property will be judged (corner lots will be judged from both streets). Judges will not enter the property to view back or side yards.
7. Participants agree to have one or more photos of their decorated residence exterior posted on the Laureate Park Facebook page and/or published in various forms of media. Participant agrees there will be no compensation of any kind for said posting or publication.
8. Judging criteria will include [a] Unique design and creative use of lights and decorations; [b] Storyline or theme; [c] Display and placement of decorations, animated objects, etc.; and [d] Overall presentation.
9. Judging will be done from 6 - 8:30 PM from December 11-16, 2017.
10. Participants should ensure that all lights, animations and decorations are in place and activated for the judging periods on all nights.
11. Winners will be announced on December 17, 2017.  The same person is not eligible to win in multiple categories.
12. Winners agree to have their picture taken and posted on the Laureate Park Facebook page and/or published in various forms of media.
13. Be creative, be festive, have fun!

The Annual Laureate Park Community Porch Sale has been scheduled for Saturday, November 4 from 8 AM - 2 PM. We're working on getting Goodwill onsite for post sale donations and will update this post and send information out as soon as they've been confirmed.

As Hurricane Irma has left the area, the HOA, in cooperation with Tavistock, has turned its attention to storm recovery around the community.  We’re sure many of you are interested in the progress, and the HOA wants to share a status update as to where we are with our efforts:
 
Landscaping

• District and HOA landscape contractor, BrightView, has several crews working on all major District roadways (i.e. Tavistock Lakes Blvd.) that experienced the heaviest amount of downed trees and debris to clean up and re-set/straighten all trees that can be salvaged.
  • The priority has been to clear roadway and walking pathways to resume normal use and traffic
• Additional crews will be dispersed throughout the community to address all other areas (parks, mews, and attached unit homes) for any clean-up and tree straightening needs that are present.

 **Note: any items deemed unsalvageable and/or discarded will be replaced as quickly as possible once normal conditions and services are reached.
 
Street Signage

• A repair crew has already been dispersed and is working to address the immediate replacement of all street name signs that were knocked down throughout the community.
• An additional effort will be conducted to provide a comprehensive repair and replacement service throughout the entire community for any signs that are leaning and/or were damaged and need to be replaced

 General Community Appearance

• Communication was submitted to all builders to have an initial street cleanup service conducted to address any and all areas that received excessive deposits and runoff from any empty or active builder lots.
• HOA is actively reporting damaged street light poles to OUC
• A crew will also be dispersed throughout all areas of the community to conduct a general trash/debris collection for any items that may have been dispersed during the storm
• All items secured and stored for the storm have, or are being quickly put back into place, such as:
  • Playground equipment
  • Aquatic Center furniture

 Attached Unit Repairs

• Exterior damages were realized as a result of the storm to various dwelling components, such as roofs, soffits, fascia, trim and lighting
  • Association staff has already compiled a list of reviewed and reported damages submitted for insurance claims, as well as acting on behalf of unit owners to obtain contractors, pricing, etc. necessary to effect repairs and make units whole.  Additional communication will be sent directly to all attached unit homeowners as to the process and expectations already in place to address these issues.

Yard Waste
The City of Orlando has advised that due to the large amount of landscape/yard waste to be cleared and removed, they could experience a 30-60 day backlog as they work through the City.  The HOA would like to offer to all Laureate Park residents who have landscape debris the ability to drop it off for pick-up at the HOA’s designated debris site, where it can be hauled out by our contractor.  Please keep in mind that this is only available for landscape debris – any large household trash will not be accepted.  The site is located on Laureate Boulevard (please see map below):

Nemours CareConnect App

If your child becomes ill during the storm, connect to a board-certified Nemours pediatrician to see and care for your child through live, on-demand video visits. Click here to download

Make sure your family is prepared for Hurricane Irma, if it hits. See hurricane tips at KidsHealth, and keep your smartphone or tablet charged and a doctor on hand with Nemours CareConnect.

Florida Hospital CentraCare eCare App
 
Receive expert care from a Florida Hospital provider for a variety of conditions all from the comfort of your home. Now is the time to download and set up your accounts. 

In preparation and during the storm, Florida Hospital is waiving their $49 eCare fees now until Tuesday, September 12. Providers will be available 8AM-8PM every day until the storm subsides.

Download iTunes App: http://flhosp.co/bQVBf
Download Google Play App: http://flhosp.co/bQVBg

Helpful Apps Download

OCFL Alert is an emergency notification and information smartphone app that provides critical information during times of emergency. Life-saving information includes open shelter locations, water and ice distribution centers, evacuation routes, public service announcements and much more.

Gas Buddy is a smartphone app using crowdsourced information to help drivers find gas availability and prices at nearby stations. 

Nemours CareConnect app is a smartphone app connecting you to a board-certified pediatrician to see and care for your child through live, on-demand video visits. 

Florida Hospital CentraCare eCare is a convenient option for a face-to-face urgent care video visit with a board-certified Centra Care doctor or nurse practitioner. In preparation and during the storm, Florida Hospital is waiving their $49 eCare fees now until Tuesday, September 12. 

Continued Hurricane Preparations

As of this afternoon, we wanted to share a few important updates on preparations:

• Sail Flags and Avenue Banners: Teams are in the neighborhood today removing the sail flags and avenue banners at the entrances to the neighborhoods, along Tavistock Lakes Blvd and also ensuring all model home flags have been removed.
• Home Builder Dumpster Preparation: Home builders have been working diligently to empty the dumpsters on their sites. Due to high demand throughout Central Florida, some dumpsters may not be emptied before the storm. In this instance, we will work to fill the dumpsters with dirt to ensure items still remaining are secure.
• Lake Nona Resident Hotline: (407) 313-8585 An informational hotline has been created for residents and will be updated with the latest updates in case of power loss and the potential loss of access to these emails. This voice recording will be updated twice per day starting Saturday at 11 AM and 4 PM. 
• Construction Sites - All onsite builders have been notified and are actively working to secure all job sites. Please know our builders take this very seriously and Tavistock and Fishkind will be onsite inspecting construction sites daily. The bulk of the prep work is happening this afternoon and tomorrow. If there are specific concerns regarding a home construction site, please contact the builder directly at their respective numbers below:
  • Ashton Woods Homes
    • Local Office: (407) 543-6451 or (407) 901-6171
  • Craft Homes
    • Local: (407) 765-4690
  • David Weekley Homes
    • Local Office: (407) 865-8296
    • Division Office: (407) 865-9992
  • DreamFinders Homes
    • Local: (904) 738-0165
    • Division: (904) 644-7670
  • Minto Homes
    • Local: (888) 844-6196
    • Division: (954) 973-4490
  • Pulte Homes (Laureate Park)
    • Local: (866) 300-4793
  • Taylor Morrison Homes
    • Local: (407) 671-8838
    • Division: (407) 629-0077
  • Phil Kean Homes
    • Local: (407) 599-3922
  • Arturo Barcelona Homes
    • Local: (407) 358-6417
  • M/I Homes (Somerset Park)
    • Local: (407) 562-9582
  • Century Homes (Somerset Park)
    • Division: (407) 894-1770
    • Local: (407) 399-8634
  • Pulte Homes (Enclave at VillageWalk)
    • Local: (877) 230-5595
• Landscaping - Tavistock and BrightView are working throughout the neighborhood through the end of the week to secure young trees by tightening straps, to remove drain socks from drains on the roadways, and clearing drain inlets in the parks.
• Parking Shelter - Tavistock will open 3 onsite parking garages for any resident who would like to park their car in a covered garage. Garages will be open on a first come, first serve basis beginning this Saturday at 12PM - cars will not be allowed to park in the garages prior to this time. Park at your own risk as Tavistock does not assume responsibility for cars in the garages. Parking locations include:
  • Gateway, located at the corner of Narcoossee and Tavistock Lakes Blvd. There are ~100 spaces on the 1st floor.
  • LandonHouse, located at the corner of Tavistock Lakes Blvd and Lake Nona Blvd. There are ~50 spaces throughout the garage. 
  • Lake Nona Town Center, adjacent to the Beacon, the Marriott hotels and Chroma. There are ~200 spaces - please only park on Floors 3 and above (Bottom floors are reserved for hotel guests only)

Be a Good Neighbor, Lake Nona

This storm is projected to be serious and we ask that you take the appropriate precautions in and around your property. 

• Walk your property and secure items that could potentially become a projectile in high wind (Lawn chairs, potted plants, toys, decorations, etc.)
• Be a good neighbor. Check in on your neighbors and those who might need help or assistance.

Updated Operating Times and Closures

• Orange County Public Schools: Schools are closed Friday - Monday. 
• Orlando International Airport MCO: Closed beginning at 5 PM on Saturday.
• Laureate Park Aquatic Center: The pool and its facilities are closed Thursday at 5 PM to begin storm preparation and will reopen after storm clean-up, if needed. 
• Lakehouse: Closed through Wednesday.
• UCF: Classes cancelled Thursday - Monday.
• Valencia College: Classes cancelled Friday - Monday.
• Lake Nona Golf & Country Club: Closed Saturday through Monday. 
• Lake Nona Information Center & Canvas Market (Retail): The Information Center & Canvas Market closed Friday at 8 PM through Monday.
• Canvas Restaurant & Market: Canvas open normal hours on Friday and closed Saturday through Monday.
• Chroma Modern Bar + Kitchen: Chroma open normal hours on Friday and closed Saturday through Monday.

Stay Informed
 
Follow the latest news and updates on Facebook and Twitter. Here are helpful pages to follow for news and weather related tips:

• Lake Nona
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/learnlakenona/
  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/LearnLakeNona 
• City of Orlando
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityoforlando/
  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/citybeautiful
• Orange County
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OrangeCountyFlorida/
  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/OrangeCoFL
• National Hurricane Center
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NWSNHC/
  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/NWSNHC
• Ready.gov
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/readygov/
  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/Readygov

Helpful Resources

• Lake Nona Resident Info Line: (407) 313-8585
• Citizen Info Line: 407.246.HELP (4357)
• Local Emergency Radio Station: 1650 AM 
• City of Orlando Emergency Management:  Cityoforlando.net/emergency
• National Hurricane Center: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
• Orange County Public Schools: https://www.ocps.net/Pages/default.aspx
• Laureate Park Master Association: 800-314-4035
• Somerset Park Master Association: 800-314-4035

Sandbag Distribution - City of Orlando Residents

The City of Orlando will be giving away sandbags to help residents prepare for the potential impact of Hurricane Irma.
 
Residents must show proof of residence and will be given 10 bags per address.

WHEN:
Friday, September 8, 2017 from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
 
WHERE:
City of Orlando Streets and Stormwater Division
1010 Woods Ave, Orlando, FL 32805
Due to construction on West Gore Street, residents are advised to use the following routes to access Woods Avenue:

• Coming from the West:  Take Orange Blossom Trail to Columbia Street.  Head east on Columbia until you get Woods, then take a left to head north on Woods Avenue.
• Coming from the East:  Take South Westmoreland Drive to Columbia Street.  Head west on Columbia until you get Woods, then take a right to head north on Woods Avenue.

OR

Camping World Stadium
1 Citrus Bowl Pl, Orlando, FL 32805
Residents are advised to use the following routes to access the Camping World Stadium distribution location:

• Coming from the West: Take Orange Center Boulevard east to Tampa Avenue. Head north on Tampa Avenue, then take a right into the Camping World Stadium parking lot.
• Coming from the East: Take Gore Street to west (becomes Orange Center Boulevard) to Tampa Avenue. Head north on Tampa Avenue, then take a right into the Camping World Stadium parking lot.

Hurricane Safety Procedures
Before a Hurricane:

• Build a disaster kit to ensure you have all the supplies needed during the hurricane.
• Permanent storm shutters offer the best protection for windows. A second option is to board up windows with 5/8” marine plywood, cut to fit and ready to install. Tape does not prevent windows from breaking.
• Install straps or additional clips to securely fasten your roof to the frame structure; this will reduce roof damage.
• Trim trees and shrubs around your home.
• Clear loose and clogged rain gutters and downspouts.
• Determine how and where to secure your boat.
• Consider building a safe room.

During a Hurricane:

• Listen to the radio or TV for information.
• Secure your home, close storm shutters and secure outdoor objects or bring them indoors.
• Turn off utilities if instructed to do so. Otherwise, turn the refrigerator thermostat to its coldest setting and keep its doors closed.
• Turn off propane tanks.
• Avoid using the phone unless it is a serious emergency.
• Moor your boat if time permits.
• Ensure a supply of water for sanitary purposes such as cleaning and flushing toilets. Fill the bathtub and other large containers with water.
• You should evacuate under the following conditions:
  • If you are directed by local authorities to do so. Be sure to follow their instructions.
  • If you live in a mobile home or temporary structure— such shelters are particularly hazardous during hurricanes no matter how well fastened to the ground.
  • If you live in a high-rise building— hurricane winds are stronger at higher elevations.
  • If you live on the coast, on a floodplain, near a river or on an inland waterway.
  • If you feel you are in danger.
• If you are unable to evacuate, go to your safe room. If you do not have one, follow these guidelines:
  • Stay indoors during the hurricane and away from windows and glass doors.
  • Close all interior doors— secure and brace external doors.
  • Keep curtains and blinds closed. Do not be fooled if there is a lull; it could be the eye of the storm and winds could pick up again.
  • Take refuge in a small interior room, closet or hallway on the lowest level
  • Lie on the floor under a table or another sturdy object.

Hurricane Kit
Make sure your Hurricane Kit includes:

• Flashlights & extra bulbs
• Battery-operated radio
• Battery-operated lanterns
• Batteries (in different sizes!)  
• Matches 
• First aid kit
• Duct tape
• Rain gear

• Clock (wind-up or battery-powered)
• Plastic garbage bags
• Fire extinguisher
• Scissors
• Can Opener
• Clean clothes
• Extra blankets
• Heavy gloves

FOOD AND WATER
Pack non-perishable food for each person for 3-7 days.

• Bottled water (1 gallon/person/day) 
• Bottled juice
• Two coolers: 
  One for drinks & one for food

• Canned foods
• Manual can opener
• Dry pet food

REMEMBER:

• Have copies of important documents in a waterproof folder or container.
• Have enough of any prescription medications you and your pet take.

Important Contacts
Emergencies: 911                                   
Lake Nona Resident Information Line: 407-313-8585
Dais: 800-376-9715                                                    
Fire Department Non-Emergencies: 321-235-5200
Police Non-Emergencies: 321-235-5300                  
Power Outages (OUC): 407-423-9018                     
Trees on City right-of-way: 407-246-2283                
Central Florida Red Cross: 407-894-4141          
Orange County Humane Society: 407-351-7722
FEMA: 770-220-5200

Join your neighbors for the Laureate Park Labor Day Bike Parade & Picnic. Show your spirit by wearing red, white and blue as you celebrate with a live DJ, a bike parade (details below), picnic with hot dogs and chips, games and activities all afternoon.

Bike Parade Details - have your kids get creative and decorate their bikes, tricycles, wagon (and themselves) for a parade!

See you there!

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