Sunshine Country Club Estates

Sent 2022-12-30: Wind Screen Installation for Tennis/Pickleball - 

A few years ago some of our giving residents purchased a netting to put up around the tennis/pickleball court in order to allow us to play on those really windy days. That original net has since been replaced by SEPO.

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A few of us went to the courts a couple of weeks ago and hoisted that screen up. This is not an easy job as you can see from the pictures on the Web site HERE.
 

But then we had a picnic in the pavilion. So the day wasn't all work. And although those of you who used to watch us play from the outside of the fence can't do that anymore, we are able to actually play now on those windy days.

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If you are so inclined, come join us and play tennis and/or pickleball. Tennis starts at 8 am on Mon, Wed & Fri. Pickleball starts at 8:30 am on Tue & Thu. Just show up to play. We have a great time and get lots of 'fun' exercise.

- Lisha & Steve Johnson

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Sent 2022-12-30: Better LATE than NEVER: WC Caroling Pics - 

I knew this was going to take some time - and it surely did this evening. It was still light out when I started this endeavor. But, I finally got pictures and videos that a lot of you sent me (and that I took myself) from that wonderful night of Caroling around the streets of Sunshine.

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I personally want to give a huge thanks to EVERY SINGLE ONE OF YOU who participated in this festive night of singing, dancing and smiling. It sure did look like great fun.

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And without further delay, I have posted everything on the Sunshine Web site under the Events Tab HERE.

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!!!!!  ENJOY !!!!!

- Beth Parrish     SEPO Web site Admin     E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com     314-960-6710

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Sent 2022-12-30: Sunshine Home for Rent - 

Please go to the Sunshine MARKET to see our home that is for rent.     Sam Davis

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Sent 2022-12-30: NOTIFICATION OF "Information" Meeting on TUESDAY, Jan 3, 2023 - 

On TUESDAY, Jan 3, immediately after the 1 pm Residents meeting, in Retzlaff Hall only, there will be an Information Meeting to answer questions the community may have concerning the proposed amendments to the Bylaws & Covenants, that are being included in this year's voting ballot.

This is NOT a Board meeting. It is an Open Forum for discussion between residents and Board members following many of the same guidelines as in a 'Residents' meeting.

• Residents can make comments and/or ask questions.

• When a resident is acknowledged to speak, he/she must wait to be presented with a microphone and then state his/her name before beginning.

• Anyone speaking should limit their speaking time to be reasonable (2-3 minutes max).

• If the answer to a question is unknown at meeting time, the topic will be researched and the answer provided to the questioner.

• There will be no debate with any SEPO Board member.

• There will be no ‘shout outs’ from residents who haven’t requested to speak.

• Vulgarity will not be allowed.

• The speaker shall not make any derogatory comments about any person(s).

• The speaker will simply state factually what his/her comments / concerns / questions are.

SEPO Board

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Sent 2022-12-30: AGENDA for "Residents" Meeting on Tuesday, Jan 3, 2023 @ 1PM - 

The agenda for the Jan 3, 2023 "Residents" meeting can be accessed directly from HERE OR on the Web site HERE. It will be posted outside the SEPO office, on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall and by the mailboxes soon.
Beth Parrish     2022 SEPO Board Secretary & Governing Documents
E-Mail: sepoboardbeth@gmail.com   314-960-6710

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Sent 2022-12-30: AGENDA for "Residents & Directors" Meeting on Thursday, Jan 5, 2023 @ 1PM - 

The agenda for the Jan 5, 2023 'Residents & Directors" meeting can be accessed directly from here OR on the Web site here. I have also posted this agenda outside the SEPO office, on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall and by the mailboxes.

Beth Parrish     2022 SEPO Board Secretary & Governing Documents

E-Mail: sepoboardbeth@gmail.com   314-960-6710

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Sent 2022-12-28: WC: NYE setup in the hall - 

I just wanted to remind everyone that signup for the NYE party is closed.

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And also, with so many things going on even this last week of the year, if there is anything that will be taking place in the hall between now and 4 PM NYE, please do not disturb the table setup in the hall. Those who did the Christmas dinner were nice enough to leave it the way they had it since the NYE party will be using the same format.

 

NYE - Here we come !!!

-  Beth Parrish     WC NYE Party Co-Chair

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Sent 2022-12-28: Christmas Bird Count - 

The Christmas Bird Count will take place this Saturday, December 31. The Bird Count is a national volunteer event. Every species and bird is counted. Results are tabulated throughout the United States. The results are an indication of how well or poorly the bird population is doing.

The Sunshine Birding and Nature Group has participated in this event for many years. We will assemble at the Gazebo on Texas Avenue at 7:30 a.m. We will be divided into groups with assigned areas to cover. We need bird identifiers, bird sighters, and tally keepers. No special talent is needed for the last 2 jobs listed. We will go out on foot, in golf carts, and in cars. Bring binoculars.

This event is open to anyone in the community. Please join us. For more information contact Ralph Peterson.

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Sent 2022-12-28: AED Automatic External Defibrillator - 

Dear Friends - 
Now that the weather is better, I have returned the AED to its normal location - this being - by the pool and more precisely on the wall to the right of the double doors - as you look at the Library / Office from the pool.

It is in a box mounted on the wall - and it is so marked. The equipment is up to date.
Any questions - call me Lenore 956 245 1276

PS: Drowning Victims items: (not toys) - preferred safety items

• Long pole with curved top (Shepherd's Crook)

• Ring Buoy with throw with a tow rope

Remember THROW - Don't go! and Call 911
-- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276
 

Sent 2022-12-27: SEPO Election 2023 Ballots: Ready for Resident Review (and questions for the Board) - 

Your SEPO Board of Directors have spent many hours reviewing our governing documents (Covenants and Bylaws) in order to ensure they are in accordance with TX law. We have also been busy preparing changes which we have agreed will benefit our community and that you will have the opportunity to vote on for the Feb 21, 2023 election.

 

You will be receiving your ballots sometime after the Jan 5, 2023 "Residents & Directors" meeting. They are currently available for you to review from the Sunshine Web site HERE. Links to the current Covenants and Bylaws documents can also be found on this Web page.
 

An informational meeting will be held next Tuesday, Jan 3, immediately after the Residents meeting is adjourned to explain these possible changes and to answer any questions you might have. I urge you to be as fully informed as possible before you return your ballots.

SEPO Board

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Sent 2022-12-26: To Clarify - NEED VERIFICATION by noon, Dec 30, 2022: Directories in preparation for sending SEPO Ballots - 

Thanks so much to those of you have replied already. However, we do need everyone to reply to both questions.

 

1. Will you please verify that both your Sunshine address AND your Away address (if you have one) are correct. Please reply 'yes' or 'no' to this item. If 'no' to either or both, please supply the correct information to myself at marlene1947@live.com or sepoenews@gmail.com.
    

2. Please let us know if you WANT YOUR BALLOT MAILED TO YOUR SUNSHINE or AWAY ADDRESS.
   Please reply "send to Sunshine" OR "send Away".
    

Thanks again for helping us to ensure you receive your ballot envelope timely in order for you to return them to the Office by 1 PM on Feb 21, 2023.

 

Marlene Hall (2023 SEPO Election Committee Chairperson)

Beth Parrish (SEPO Board Secretary)

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Hi I'm Marlene Hall. I am the Chairperson for the 2023 SEPO Election Committee. The SEPO Directories (sorted by Name & by Address AND a listing of Resident's emails) were updated on the Sunshine Web site yesterday (Dec 25, 2022).
 

You can find the following on the Sunshine Web site page HERE:

• Dir by Name

• Dir by Address

• Email Addresses

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As first steps in preparing to send the ballots to you for the upcoming election, I'm asking you to do two (2) things.

  

1. Will you please verify that both your Sunshine address AND your Away address (if you have one) are correct. Please reply 'yes' or 'no' to this item. If 'no' to either or both, please supply the correct information to myself at marlene1947@live.com or to sepoenews@gmail.com.
    

2. We will be mailing ballots to all homeowners shortly after the Jan 5, 2023 'Residents & Directors' meeting. The ballots need to be in the Election Committee's hands no later than 1 PM on Feb 21, 2023 or they will not be included in the count.

   • Please let us know if you WANT YOUR BALLOT MAILED TO YOUR SUNSHINE or AWAY ADDRESS.

   • NOTE: It would be great if you would reply "send to Sunshine Address" OR "send to Away Address". That way we will know who we may need to contact with this question.

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If you have any questions about any of the items above, please contact me @ 641-351-9973.

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Marlene Hall

2023 SEPO Election Committee Chairperson

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Sent 2022-12-26: LOST: My cat's Red Harness - 

I guess my cat got spooked yesterday and wandered off, but fortunately she has been found. However, she must have pulled out of her harness. It was attached to a small board. If anyone comes across it, my number is 218 329 1635. Thanks.     Steve Holten

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Sent 2022-12-26: FINAL REMINDER: WC NYE Party - Ticket Sales ending - 

We hope that everyone had a great Christmas !!! But now that Christmas is in the rear view mirror, it's time to look ahead to bringing in the New Year this coming Saturday evening in Retzlaff Hall.

 

This is your FINAL REMINDER to purchase your NYE Party tickets.

 

We will be taking down the signup sheets in the Library this Wed (12-28) at 8 PM. Tickets are $5 per person. It's simple; signup on the attendance sheet, put your money in the envelope provided and drop it into the NYE Party box. 

All other details about this exciting event are below. Please call either of us with any questions. Hope to see you all there.

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Beth Parrish (314-960-6710) & Denise Utterback (618-553-1417)

Women's Club NYE Party Co-Chairs

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Sent 2022-12-24: Activities: SEPO Calendar & 2-pager - 

I spent most of yesterday and three hrs this morning working on Web site updates. I was sooooo far behind on this due to my work on a little Board task of preparing for the upcoming Feb election. So I hope you can cut me some slack. :)

 

I have made a lot of progress on the Web site but do have a way to go yet. If you see anything currently on the site that needs correcting, please let me know.

 

I did want to let everyone know that the SEPO Calendar and the 2-pager are both new on the Web site as of this hour. We've just gone through a Super Busy December, with some more events still to come before yearend. And during the upcoming months of Jan thru Mar things don't look like they will be slowing down any. What Fun!!!

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I'm asking everyone to please look at these two documents carefully to make sure your activities / events are listed correctly on each of them. If something needs added, adjusted etc. please let Valerie (she does the calendar) and/or me (I do the 2-pager based on the calendar) know.

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Thx in advance for doing this for me (and her).

- Beth Parrish     SEPO Web site Admin   E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com   314-960-6710

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Sent 2022-12-23: Communicating SEPO and non-SEPO Activities/Events - 

Your SEPO Board does NOT sanction the facebook page titled "Sunshine CCE Residents". And it was not created at the request of the Women's Club. It is a private group created and controlled by a resident.

 

The Board is looking at develop something, i.e. a facebook page, to meet Sunshine residents needs of announcing social events in and around Sunshine. And to wish your friends Happy Birthday, Happy Anniversary etc. A fun place to post.

 

A few days ago, the SEPO Board created a new area on a bulletin board in the library where offsite activities can be advertised, and signup sheets displayed. It is located just to the right of the Women's Club activities signup area. Each offsite item posted must include who is organizing the event, location, cost, date and telephone number of who to contact for more information.

 

As a final Note: Any new communications channels DO NOT take the place of current SEPO communications channels; emails, Web site and Newsletter (HERE).

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Stay tuned for more to come concerning this.

- SEPO Board

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Sent 2022-12-23: AED & Cold Weather: It is being moved - 

The AED cannot withstand these cold temps without a suitable cabinet per care and operation. Cold weather can significantly affect its performance for a rescue situation. Therefore, I am taking it (4137 North Minnesota Street) for a few days.

We do not expect to not be at home - in case of.....

If anyone has an emergency - you should immediately call 911 as you would have done anyway if you had needed the AED!
-- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276

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Sent 2022-12-22:  WC: Valley Voices - 

The Women's Club sponsored the 'Valley Voices' Christmas Concert in the Retzlaff Hall earlier this week. Thanks to Jill Ventrello (WC Activities Director) who brought this group to the attention of SEPO. It was very professionally done - Tuxes and everything. And it was fantastic. You can also see pictures (complementary from one of your neighbors) on the Sunshine Web site HERE.

- Beth Parrish     SEPO Communications   314-960-6710

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Sent 2022-12-22: WC Minutes: Oct, Nov & Dec 2022 - 

The Women's Club meeting minutes from

• Oct 2022 (approved)

• Nov 2022 (approved)

• Dec 2022 (unapproved)

have all been placed on the Sunshine Web site HERE.

- Karen Baase     WC Secretary

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Sent 2022-12-22: Residents (Former) Passing - 

• Joy Moore, former resident, passed away on Nov 23, 2022. (SEPO Office) 

• Millie Noonan, former resident and multi-year renter after residing here, passed away on Dec 21, 2022 (by Nancy Johns).

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Sent 2022-12-22: WC Caroling: Need Pics and Videos to share

Hi all - I took lots of pictures last year when the carolers were out, but I'm not sure I'm going to be able to that this year. I'm asking any of you who will be out and about this evening 'singing in' or 'just around' the carolers to take pictures and / or videos and send them to me at sepoenews@gmail.com so I can share them with the community. Thx.

- Beth Parrish     SEPO Communications   314-960-6710

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Sent 2022-12-22: FINAL REMINDER: JAN 2023 Newsletter Articles Due by End of Day on Dec 24, 2022 - 

Due to the Newsletter article submission deadline being on Christmas Eve, Dec 24, I'm sending the FINAL reminder that next month's Newsletter articles are due by the 24th of this month a day earlier than normal. If you have an article you would like published in the Sunshine Jan 2023 Newsletter, the article needs to be submitted to seponewsletter@gmail.com by End of Day on Dec 24, at the latest. The Newsletter Guidelines, which were updated on August 23, 2022, are posted on the Web site HERE. Please call with questions.
- Beth Parrish     SEPO Newsletter Editor   E-Mail: seponewsletter@gmail.com   314-960-6710