Activities: (2020: Summer ) Additional Details Garage Sale (2020-10-1/2/3) Garage Sale (2020-09-25/26) Labor Day Golf Cart Cavalcade (2020-09-07) July 4th Golf Cart Parade (2020-07-04) Memorial Day Program (2020-05-25) Golf Cart Parade (2020-04-26) Golf Cart Parade (2020-04-19) WC - Resident Photos on Web Bottom of Page GARAGE SALE (Fri, Sat & Sun - October 1-2-3, 2020) COMPLETE Sent 2020-09-30: Garage Sale in Sunshine - Dear Friends - Several familieS are planning a Garage Sale - Thurs Fri Sat 1 - 2- 3 October 9am - 3pm I would like some volunteers for Neighborhood Watch Patrol during this time. Contact me for questions, Thanks -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Coordinator SCCE NW - CERT Garage Sale (2020-10-1/2/3) Back To Top GARAGE SALE (Fri & Sat, September 25 & 26, 2020) COMPLETE Sent 2020-09-24: Neighborhood Watch Patrol needed for Garage Sale this weekend - Garage Sale (2020-09-25/26) Back To Top Labor Day Golf Cart Cavalcade (2020-09-07) LABOR DAY GOLF CART CAVALCADE (Monday, September 7, 2020) COMPLETE Sent 2020-09-01: LABOR DAY GOLF CART CAVALCADE - Dear Friends, We have permission for a tribute for labor Day. Everyone is invited. Hopefully we will have a great turn-out. Covid-19 restrictions prevail. This notice will be posted on the usual areas: White board at Office, Pool Doors, Women's Club Bulletin Board by the Mail Box, the Package Pick-up room, exercise Room and Card room. etc. Call me for concerns. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 😷❤ Back To Top July 4th Golf Cart Parade (2020-07-04) July 4th Holiday Parade (Saturday, July 4, 2020) COMPLETE Sent 2020-07-03: July 4th Holiday Parade Saturday 7pm - Dear Friends - 🎼 😊 We shall have a July 4th Celebration Parade in honor of Independence Day. Golf Cart Line up at Office 7pm 🕖 Covid rules are in order *social distance, have *masks available Corvid - 19 has challenged our lifestyle but not our spirit. Independence Day is an important holiday and a symbol of patriotism. Its most common image is our American Flag and the accompaniment of our National Anthem. George Washington issued double rations of rum to all his soldiers to mark the anniversary of Independence Day but we will savor a virtual Hot Dog and Root Beer Float 🌭🍧 yum yum God Bless America -- Lenore J Combs 956 1276 Back To Top Memorial Day Program (2020-05-25) Memorial Day Program (Monday - May 25, 2020) COMPLETE Sent 2020-05-23: Memorial Day 2020 Monday 25 MAY at 3pm sharp - Dear SEPO Friends, You are cordially invited and most encouraged to join us on Monday at the Flag Pole by the SEPO Office. Help get the word out, please. We shall start our brief Memorial Day remembrance at 3pm sharp. Come as you are - in a golf cart or lawn chair. Upon arrival, simply park in your social space and enjoy the ceremony. Dress for the heat and have a cool beverage handy. Social distancing is paramount. Masks are encouraged. SEPO rules are in effect for Corvid19. Randy Nicholas, John and I will lead a brief program honoring our deceased Veterans and our recently deceased SEPO friends. Memorial Day (Decoration Day) is a somber day to honor our military fallen and because of recent Covid restrictions, we shall also remember our SEPO family and friends who have passed this year. This National Moment of Remembrance at 3pm is to remind us and future generations about the real meaning of this holiday. Call me for questions. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276. John & Lenore US Air Force Veterans Randy Nicholas US Army Veteran Sent 2020-05-18: SCCE Memorial Day plans Monday 25 May 3pm - This document outlines a Memorial Day Program for SCCE. This ceremony will be held next Monday, May 25 @ 3PM either by the Gazebo or the Flag Pole (depending on weather and mosquitos). All Social Distancing rules remain in effect. Please contact me if you have any issues viewing the program information. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Back To Top Golf Cart Parade (2020-04-26) Golf Cart Parade (Sunday - Apr 26, 2020) COMPLETE Sent 2020-04-22: The Next Golf Cart Parade - We had so much fun last Sunday we're going to have another Golf Cart Parade this coming Sunday 4/26 at 6:30. Gather in front of the office - same as last week. Social distancing and the wearing of masks rules still apply. So come on out and join us. Kay Sluyter PS from Beth: Since last Sunday I have added a video and some pictures of the parade spectators to the Web site HERE . Thank you to Spencer Smith. Back To Top Golf Cart Parade (2020-04-19) Golf Cart Parade (Sunday - Apr 19, 2020) COMPLETE Sent 2020-04-22: More Parade Pictures/Video - Since last Sunday I have added a video and some pictures of the parade spectators to the Web site HERE . Thank you to Spencer Smith. Beth Parrish Sent 2020-04-19: Golf Cart Parade Pictures - I would say the Golf Cart Parade traveling throughout Sunshine this evening, organized by Kay Sluyter, was a success. I took several pictures and have posted them on the Web site. It appeared to me everyone was having a fun time even in this heat. If anyone has any other pictures I can post, please get them to me. Thanks Kay and the pictures are HERE . Beth Parrish (314-960-6710) Sent 2020-04-16: Golf Card Parade - I recently put a message out on FB about a golf cart parade on Sunday 4/19 at 4:30. I’ve been told that the temperature is going to be 101. So I talked to a few people about changing the time to 6:30, hoping for a cooldown with a slight breeze! I hope this works for everyone and hope to see you at the front parking area in front of the office around 6:30. Should be fun and a way to get out and see our neighbors without breaking the social distancing rules. Wear your masks!! Kay Sluyter PS from Beth: Bring your cameras to take pictures for the Web site so that our friends who aren't here can enjoy the parade with us - just digitally. Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Back To Top WC - Resident Photos on Web Women's Club Activity Resident Photo Directory - Web site (Summer 2020) COMPLETE Sent 2020-04-16: YAY - Resident Photos on Web site - Well all - I hope you are as excited about the final product as I am. I will have to say I learned a lot about the Web site during this process. One thing is - I did find there's lots of Shapes, Sizes, Color etc that I can change if anyone wants to make constructive suggestions to anything I've done with the photos. I have uploaded all of the Resident Photos that were included in the 2020 Photo Book. This page also includes: any New Homeowners who were not yet our neighbors when the book was being created any Homeowners who have either sold their homes in Sunshine since there picture was taken or have passed away. https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/directory-photos I also created a page of ONLY new Sunshine Residents during 2020, provided to me by the Office Manager Valerie. https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/directory-pics-new-residents For ease in finding these pages, I have included the direct links above. Ongoing these pages can be found by going to https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/residents-only and following the links provided. If you need assistance with anything at all concerning this, please give me a call. Please feel free to let me know if you have any suggestions on the format, etc of these photo pages. And again, I hope you like them. ENJOY Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2020-03-14: Resident Photos on Web site - Today I got copies from Debbie Robins of all of the resident photos that were put in the Photo Directory. My intent is to eventually get them on the Web site - somehow. With that said I will be working on this endeavor over the summer and will let everyone know when I have completed it. I'm just too pooped to work on it now and I want to do a good job with it. Thanks for your patience. Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Bottom of Page Back To Top

Historian Memories One of the Women's Club Standing Committees is the 'HISTORIAN' position. After a period of time without someone taking responsibility for this position, during the 2025-2026 Winter season Patrice Ayala & Joy Olson agreed to become co-chairpersons of this committee. Their initial effort to date has produced this HISTORIAN document . Back to Top

S EPO Community Emails: December 2023 Sent 2023-12-31: UPDATED: PROCESS Only - SEPO Suggestion/Complaint/Idea - During the Nov 13, 2023 Board Meeting (see minutes HERE ), based on a SEPO Suggestion/Complaint/Idea form, the Board agreed to update the website to reflect the current process being followed by the 2023 Board. The updated Process (and also the Form) can be obtained from the SEPO Office and the Sunshine Web site HERE . As always, utilizing this Form & Process is the best way to address your Board members when you have Suggestions, Complaints and/or Ideas. Please contact me if you have any questions. - Tony Adams, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2023-12-31: IRRIGATION WATER: The Resaca is empty - The resaca is empty. No irrigation water for a few days. Currently unable to get in contact with the irrigation district representative. I will advise when more water is released. - Randy Davis, SEPO Board Sent 2023-12-30: AGENDA: Residents & Directors Meeting on Thursday, Jan 4, 2024 @ 1 PM - The agenda for the 'Hybrid' Jan 4, 2024 "Residents & Directors" Meeting @ 1 PM can be accessed HERE AND directly from HERE . I t is also posted outside the SEPO Office, on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall and by the mailboxes. Please call with any questions / issues. - Tony Adams, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2023-12-30: NEED VERIFICATION by noon, Jan 4, 2024: Directories (Sorry - Does not include Renters) - Hi - It's Beth Parrish again. I'm so sorry - I inadvertently sent the email about Address Verification for purposes of mailing ballots to Renters as well as the homeowners. Please disregard that email. - Beth Parrish (2024 SEPO Election Committee Chairperson) Sent 2023-12-29: NEED VERIFICATION by noon, Jan 4, 2024: Directories in preparation for sending 2024 SEPO Election Ballots - Hi I'm Beth Parrish. I am the Chairperson for the 2024 SEPO Election Committee. The SEPO Directory sorted by Name has been updated and can be viewed by clicking HERE . If all goes according to plan, I would like to have the Ballot Envelopes ready for distribution sometime between Jan 10 and Jan 12, if not sooner. To ensure you receive your ballot envelope timely in order for you to return everything to the Office by 1 PM (at the absolute latest) on Feb 20, 2024, please return your answers to the following TWO QUESTIONS by noon, Jan 4, 2024. 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. Please let the committee know if you WANT YOUR BALLOT MAILED TO YOUR SUNSHINE or AWAY ADDRESS. Please send your reply to the TWO QUESTIONS above by sending an email to HERE . Thanks again for helping out the committee by supplying this information timely. - Beth Parrish (2024 SEPO Election Committee Chairperson) Sent 2023-12-27: WC: New Year's Eve party - There's still time to sign up! The signup sheet and envelopes will be in the library until 10:00 am on the 31st. Hope to see many of you there! P.S. the Vikings vs. Packers will be on for those of you that don't want to miss it. - Jill Ventrello Sent 2023-12-27: AMENDED LIST OF NOMINEES FOR ELECTION TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS - The SEPO Board Nomination Committee, consisting of Pam Adams (Chairperson), Pam Lacy and Patrick Heinerikson, are pleased to submit the following Candidate names, in alphabetical order, for the 2024 SEPO Board of Directors election. These SEPO Residents have met the requirements and are in good standing in the Sunshine Estates Community. All Candidates have been interviewed by one or more Nominating Committee members and were considered by the Committee for nomination based upon their responses to the questions asked of them. The BIOs we receive from each Candidate will be sent via separate email in the next day or two. During the January 2024 SEPO Residents & Directors meeting the Nominating Committee will move that the SEPO Board place the names of these nominees on the 2024 ballot. Randy Davis Scott Kronshage Tracy Wagner This announcement is currently posted outside the SEPO Office. The Candidates’ BIOs will also be posted there, once they are all received by the committee. Please contact Pam Adams, Chairperson, with any questions. 615 668 3145 Sent 2023-12-27: UNAPPROVED: SEPO Board Meeting (Special) Minutes, Dec 19, 2023 - The UNAPPROVED minutes from the Dec 19, 2023 Board Meeting (Special) can be found on the Sunshine website HERE AND viewed/printed directly from HERE . They will also be posted in the office.Please call with any issues or questions.- Tony Adams, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2023-12-27: UNAPPROVED: SEPO Board Meeting (Regular) Minutes, Dec 11, 2023 - This is Beth: It looks like I may have emailed these to everyone previously. However, be sure to use the links below so you know you have the latest UNAPPROVED minutes from the Dec 11, 2023 Board Meeting (Regular). This is Tony: These minutes can be found on the Sunshine website HERE AND viewed/printed directly HERE . They will also be posted in the office. Please call with any issues or questions. - Tony Adams, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2023-12-27: AGENDA for BOARD (Regular) Meeting on Monday, Jan 2, 2024 @ 1 PM - The agenda for the 'Hybrid' Jan 2, 2024 Board Meeting (Regular) at 1 PM can be accessed on the Sunshine website HERE AND directly from HERE . It will also be posted outside the SEPO Office, on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall and by the mailboxes. Please call with any questions / issues. - Tony Adams, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2023-12-26: UNAPPROVED: WC - Minutes from 2023-12-15 - The 'UNAPPROVED' minutes from the Women's Club meeting on Friday, Dec 15, 2023 are available on the Sunshine website HERE . - Karen Baase, WC Secretary Sent 2023-12-26: SEPO Board Nominating Committee Candidate Announcement - The SEPO Board Nominating Committee, consisting of Pam Adams (Chairperson), Pam Lacy and Patrick Heinerikson, are pleased to submit the following Candidate names, in alphabetic order, for the 2024 SEPO Board of Directors election. These SEPO Residents have met the requirements and are in good standing in the Sunshine Estates Community. All Candidates have been interviewed by one or more Nominating Committee members and were considered by this Committee for nomination based upon their responses to the questions asked of them. We have attached the BIOs we received from each Candidate. During the January 2024 SEPO Residents & Directors meeting the Nominating Committee will move that the SEPO Board place the names of these nominees on the 2024 ballot. Scott Kronshage Tracy Wagner This announcement, along with the Candidates' BIOs, are currently posted outside the SEPO Office. - Please contact Pam Adams (Chairperson) with any questions. 615-668-3145 Sent 2023-12-26: SUNSHINE NEWSLETTER: Jan 2024 - This Jan 2024 Sunshine Newsletter is hot off the press with the LAG (Latest & Greatest) Sunshine News & Notes. Be sure and read it as there are lots of great activities and SEPO Club meetings coming up. Thanks to everyone who contributed. If you have questions about any of the information in this Newsletter, please contact the person who wrote the article. You can view/print a copy of it HERE or on the website HERE . I will be placing a Master Copy of this Newsletter in the library sometime today - that is if I can get my printer up and running again. If anyone needs a printed copy of this Newsletter, call me and I will try and figure out how to get one to you. Otherwise, Valerie will place printed copies in the library when she returns on Jan 2. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Newsletter Mgr Email: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-12-24: CORRECED: Activity Requests while SEPO Office is closed - Although we are celebrating the holidays, some of us here at Sunshine have commitments that we are working on that require us to continue planning, holding meetings etc. during this time. As you were all informed last week, the SEPO Office is closed until Tuesday, Jan 2, 2024 (except for Friday afternoon this week). Therefore, this morning I discussed the following with Share Nelson, SEPO Board President. If you have any new/updated Activity/Meeting Requests that need to be processed while the office is closed, you may either email them to sepoenews@gmail.com or bring them by my house @ 1940 W Iowa Ave. I will make sure there are no conflicts with the SEPO Calendar, get Board approval and return to you the "approved or denied" copy of your request. Any questions, please contact me at my info below. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Enews Email Manager Email: sepoenews@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-12-22: FINAL REMINDER: JAN 2024 Newsletter Articles Due by End of Day Dec 24, 2023 - Happy Holidays to all. And to those traveling during the next couple of weeks, safe travels to you - and hurry back. This is the FINAL reminder that next month's Newsletter articles are due by the 24th of this month. I know - that's Christmas Eve, so get them to me as soon as you can. If you would like to include information about future Sunshine Activities beyond Jan 2024, please feel free to send me those as well. As you were notified a couple of days ago, I have updated the guidelines with this expanded scope. All articles need to be submitted to seponewsletter@gmail.com by End of Day on Dec 24, at the latest. The current Newsletter Guidelines are posted on the Web site HERE . Please call with questions. - Beth Parrish SEPO Newsletter Editor Email: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-12-22: MARKET Update: Home For Sale - I want to ensure everyone is aware, concerning the home I have for sale at 1904 W Michigan Drive, probate is complete and I have a clear title. The Sunshine website has been updated to reflect this information. - Judy Brooks Shanks _____________________________________________________________ From: SEPO Community Enews Email Sent: Thursday, December 21, 2023 7:50 AM To: sepoenews@gmail.com Subject: MARKET: Home For Sale See my home at 1904 W Michigan Drive that is for sale on the Sunshine MARKET . Judy Brooks Shanks by - Cindy Shriver, Broker/Owner, Dream Valley Properties, LLC 956-970-0449 Sent 2023-12-22: 2023 Christmas Bird Count - The Christmas Bird Count will take place next Saturday, Dec 30. The Bird Count is a national volunteer event. We count the number of species and the number of birds of that species. 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 Club has participated in this event for many years. BUT NOTE: This event is open to anyone in the community. We will assemble at the Gazebo on Texas Avenue at 7:30 a.m. next Saturday. 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 two (2) jobs listed. We will go out on foot, in golf carts, and in cars. Bring binoculars. Again - This event is open to anyone in the community. Please join us. - For more information contact Ralph Peterson (607) 590-0606 . Sent 2023-12-22: 2024 SEPO Election Committee Announcements - Hi Everyone - I figure this week you are well into the Christmas spirit and the last thing you want to think about is 'volunteering' to work on a committee. However, this is exactly the time of year that SEPO Election Committees get into gear. If you attended the Dec 19 Special Board Meeting or have viewed the video of this meeting, you are aware that I have volunteered to be the 2024 SEPO Election Committee chairperson and the Board voted unanimously to appoint me to that position. I have already been working on some of the upfront committee tasks. I have updated the Election Committee Guidebook, thanks to a collaborated effort of both myself and your SEPO Board President, Share Nelson. It is almost ready to present to the entire Board for their approval. I'm also working on a Project Plan of all of the tasks - from the smallest of small to the largest of large - that need to be performed between now and when I turn over the tallied vote count to the Board at the Feb 20 Annual Shareholders Meeting. So the next 'large' task for me to accomplish is to fill seats (so to speak) on the committee. I currently have five volunteers, some of which can only help part-time. I'm looking for 10-15 (and possibly more) people to do a variety of tasks, the largest of them being "Stuffing the Ballot Envelopes" sometime around Jan 14-15 AND "Counting Votes" between the 1 pm and 3 pm meetings on Feb 20. If you think you might be interested at all in helping me out, give me a call to discuss. If I don't get enough volunteers in the next few days, I'm going to start cold-calling. Wouldn't you rather volunteer before hearing me beg on the phone. 😁 Thanks in advance for your consideration of this matter. Happy Holidays !!! Beth Parrish 2024 Board Election Committee Chairperson Email: 2024boardelectioncommittee@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-12-22: Food Drive - Thank You - Thank you to all who made the “Share the Spirit “ food drive a huge success this holiday season. Valley Haven Children’s Home and Loaves and Fishes express their sincere appreciation for the generosity of our community. Merry Christmas - Deb Jones Sent 2023-12-21: WC: Rolling Carolers - Some Changes for Tonight - Thank you to everyone who came to rehearsal yesterday. We loved the turnout! A few changes have been made to the discussed route, so please park your golf cart behind Santa’s sleigh upon arrival at the Lacy’s home. The carts will now be facing the Kennedy's home (towards Missouri). CHANGES TO CAROLING ROUTE: Lloyd (Hoppy) and Jean Ann Hopkins Bobby Bledsoe Audrey Just Nina Penrod Mary Ann Pech Beth Parrish Bill and Rita Delsardo Lassie Dahlstrom Sherrie Pitreski & Dana Weise Also, please be sure to be there at 4:30PM and feel free to bring a finger food to share. We look forward to spreading joy and love throughout the community today! Thank you! - Pam Lacy Sent 2023-12-21: MARKET: Home For Sale - See my home at 1904 W Michigan Drive that is for sale on the Sunshine MARKET . - Judy Brooks Shanks by - Cindy Shriver, Broker/Owner Dream Valley Properties, LLC 956-970-0449 Sent 2023-12-20: Resident Passing - Resident Tom Steele passed away today. - David Davies Sent 2023-12-20: SEPO Employees Holiday Time Off - The SEPO Office will be closed for the following Holiday and Vacation Days. Thu, Dec 21, from 12 PM until Thu, Dec 28, at 12 PM. Fri, Dec 29, thru Mon, Jan 1. If you would like to make your 2024 HOA Payments during this time period, there is a 'grey slot' by the office door (Above the Suggestion box) where you can insert you payments. The other four SEPO Employees will be taking time off for the Holidays on Dec 22, 25, 29 and Jan 1. None of your SEPO Employees will be available during their time off. Happy Holidays to all. - Valerie Basaldua, SEPO Office Manager Sent 2023-12-20: WC: New Year's Eve Party - See details about the WC New Year's Eve Party in the flyer below. The signup sheet and envelopes for payment are in the library now for this party. - Jill Ventrello Sent 2023-12-20: UPDATED: SEPO Newsletter Guidelines - As I've been promising, I finally got around to updating the SEPO Newsletter Guidelines. I posted them on the website just now HERE . You can print them from this page (see the print icon in the top right corner of this page). Please let me know if you have any questions. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Newsletter Editor seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-12-19: SEPO BUDGET 2024 (REVISED & APPROVED) - Revisions to the General Operations section of the SEPO 2024 Budget were discussed and approved at the Special Board Meeting on Dec 19, 2023. To hear a detailed explanation of the changes, you are highly encouraged to watch the Google Meet Video (very short) of this Board Meeting. The video can be viewed from HERE . The revised budget document has been uploaded to the website HERE . Thank You. - Tracy Wagner (on behalf of Mark Owen, SEPO Treasurer) Sent 2023-12-19: VIDEO - Board Mtg (Spec) Dec 19, 2023 - The video from the Dec 19, 2023 Special Board meeting is now available for viewing on the Sunshine Web site HERE AND directly from this HERE . Please contact me with any issues/questions. - Beth Parrish (for Tony Adams, SEPO Board Secretary) Sent 2023-12-19: UNAPPROVED: SEPO Board Meeting (Regular) Minutes, Dec 11, 2023 - The UNAPPROVED minutes from the Dec 11, 2023 Board Meeting (Regular) can be found on the Sunshine website HERE AND viewed/printed directly from HERE . They will also be posted in the office. Please call with any issues or questions. - Tony Adams, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2023-12-19: WINE BOTTLES - Over the years, we have been supplying long time Sunshine residents, the Finks, with wine bottles. They would take them across the border to the local church for Christmas projects, which would be made by the local women. Bertha Fink is looking for wine bottles. In the past, I would drill holes for lights, that is no longer necessary. Please drop them off at Bertha's house, 1932 W Iowa Ave or mine, 4129 N Nebraska St. It's pretty close to Christmas, so drink up folks, it's for a good cause. Drop the filled ones off at my house, I'm always available for a good cause! - John Chajec Sent 2023-12-19: REMINDER: Woman's Golf League Meeting - Reminder our Golf League Meeting will be held tomorrow Wednesday, December 20th, 2023 at 9:00 am in the Hall. We will have coffee and donuts available. Once our meeting is over our Hostess will give us our assigned holes and teams for our league play. Please, if planning to play do not leave until we know everyone has been assigned. I just want to say Happy Holiday's to each and every one!!! - Nancy Lyne Sent 2023-12-19: Deadline for Finger Lickin" Chicken - The Neighborhood Watch Finger Lickin' Chicken fundraiser is scheduled for Friday, January 5. The Deadline for signing up for tickets is this Friday, Dec. 22nd. The signup sheet is on the West side of the library. The deadline is early due to the holidays and our chicken supplier taking time off. Tickets are $12 dollars and will be hand-delivered to you in early January. Thank you for signing up. - Jean Burgoine Sent 2023-12-18: Rolling Carolers Route -Thursday, December 21 at 5:30 - Rolling Carolers Route -Thursday December 21 at 5:30 1st stop - Scherrie Pitreski and Dana 2nd stop- Lassie Dahlstrom 3rd stop- Bill and Rita Delsardo 4th stop - Bobby and Jane Bledsoe 5th stop - Hoppy and Jeananne Hopkins 6th stop - Nina Penrod 7th stop - Beth and Dick Parrish Any questions or concerns please contact Pam Lacy At 218-443-3416 Sent 2023-12-18: STAINED GLASS CLASS: Starts this week and ongoing in winter - Dear residents: Stained glass class will begin this Thursday, Dec 21st at 6:30 p.m. in the woodshop and will continue every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. throughout the winter. Please dress according to the weather. The class is open to all residents. Any questions, please feel free to contact me at 708-280-8910. - Cathy Chajec Sent 2023-12-17: Sunshine Website looking skewed on a smartphone or tablet - I don't want to get into the details, but in a nutshell, when I update the Sunshine website it has to be done on a computer. After I update a page, I don't always remember to view how that update is going to look on a smartphone or a tablet. If you see something that looks skewed / hard to follow / unreadable on a phone or pad, please let me know right away. There are tweaks I can make to correct how you are seeing it. Thanks in advance for your input to help me keep 'your' website looking pleasing. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Web site Admin Email: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-12-17: REMINDER: Valley Voices - Just a reminder that Valley Voices will be here Friday the 22nd at 2:30pm in Retzlaff Hall. The admission is free but donations for high school music scholarships will be greatly appreciated. Refreshments will be provided. See additional detail HERE . - Jill Ventrello Sent 2023-12-17: Jelly Jars - Thanks to all who purchased jams, jellies and salsa at the Dec Bake Sale. Please save the empty jars for me. I can sterilize them and reuse the jars next summer as I can. I enjoy making the jams and love sharing with our community. You can bring to the next Women's club mtg or drop at 4324 N Kansas. Thanks in advance. - Terry DeBackere Sent 2023-12-17: Calling All Dogs and Cats - Sandra Delaunay will be coming to the Estates on Wednesday, December 20th, 2023, to take care of your pet's nails. She will be starting at 12:30 pm. The cost is ten dollars per pet. Please text Sandra and she will schedule your appointment. Sandra's number is 956-226-9919. Sandra will come to your home. Thanks, - Marian Young, 719-468-4556 Sent 2023-12-17: Sincere Thank You from, SCCE Fishing Association - The Board of Directors of the SCCE Fishing Association would like to give the sincerest Thank You to all the volunteers that helped plan, get donations, cooked, served, attended, and supported our fundraising efforts at the Hoof and Fin Event. - Bill Peterson, President SCCE Fishing Association Sent 2023-12-17: RREMINDER: JAN 2024 Newsletter Articles Due by End of Day DEC 24, 2023 - Here's the first reminder that next month's Newsletter articles are due by end of day on the 24th of this month. They should be submitted to seponewsletter@gmail.com . This is a super way to get the word out about upcoming activities. Even if you don't have all of the information finalized by the deadline, at least put 'what you do know so far' or even just a 'Save the Date' sentence in the Newsletter. The Newsletter Guidelines are posted on the Web site HERE . Prior Newsletters sent can be found HERE . Please call with questions. - Beth Parrish SEPO Newsletter Editor E-Mail: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-12-13: AGENDA for Board Mtg (Special) on Tuesday, Dec 19, 2023 @ 1 PM - The agenda for the 1 PM, Dec 19, 2023 SEPO Board (Special) meeting is posted HERE and also on the Web site HERE . Tony Adams will also be posting a paper copy in the SEPO office, on the poolside door into Retzlaff Hall and by the mailboxes today. - Share Nelson (for Tony Adams) SEPO Board Sent 2023-12-16: Woodshop Orientation Class Thursday Dec 21st 5 pm in the Woodshop - Woodshop Orientation Class Thursday Dec 21st 5 pm in the Woodshop. This class is a requirement for using the Woodshop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 with any questions. Sent 2023-12-15: WC Mtg - Dec 15, 2023: Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest - If you missed the Women's Club meeting this morning, you missed a great meeting and fun times with the 'Ugly Christmas Sweater' Contest. As you look at the pics I just posted on the website HERE , be sure to look in the background as not every contestant is in a closeup pic. Winners were Jill Ventrello, Gloria Voth & Lexa Bentley. And no, Pam Davis, Pam Adams and myself were not competing. I just liked the pic Pam A took of the three of us. 🤣 ENJOY - Beth Parrish, SEPO Web site Admin Email: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-12-14: IT'S TONIGHT: WC presents the Hope Tour - You're a Good Man Charlie Brown - Charlie Brown Christmas Show - Tonight in the hall!! - 6 pm. They are setting up now. No reservations or phone calls to make. Please just come and join us!!! Should be lots of fun!!! - Vicky Leroy Krueger Sent 2023-12-13: WC: Christmas Dinner - I now have the Christmas Dinner signup sheets in the library. Please come a join us!! - Vicky Leroy Krueger Sent 2023-12-13: SEPO Board Meetings Documentation (Various Agendas, Videos & Minutes) - Any Board Meeting AND Residents' Meeting documentation that I was unable to put on the Sunshine website prior to today (aka, while I was in the hospital) is out there now. If you see anything that is not correct or you have any technical difficulties with retrieving any files or videos, please let me know immediately. Also, depending on how everyone's browsers are set up you may need to do a 'refresh' on these pages in order to see all of the work I've done on them this morning. Board Meetings (2023-2024 Winter Season) HERE Residents' Meetings (2023-2024 Winter Season) HERE - Beth Parrish, SEPO Website Admin EMail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-12-13: RESENDING - VIDEO: Residents' Mtg from Dec 12, 2023 - The video from the Dec 12, 2023 Residents' Meeting is now available for viewing on the Sunshine Web site HERE (CORRECTED) AND directly from HERE . There was LOTS of great information shared by the various Sunshine Clubs etc plus much more. I encourage everyone to watch the entire video. Please contact Tony with any issues/questions about the meeting. Please contact Beth for any technical issues with watching the vide. - Beth Parrish (for Tony Adams, SEPO Board Secretary) Sent 2023-12-13: ACTION REQUIRED: Boat in Storage Lot #211 - There is a boat illegally parked in Storage Lot #211. Would the owner of this boat (pictures were in the email that was sent out) please reach out to the office ASAP in regards to this parking space. - Valerie Basaldua, SEPO Office Manager Sent 2023-12-12: Former resident passing - Former resident Barbara Carlson, wife of Dale Carlson, passed away Nov 22, 2023. - Donna Wendell Sent 2023-12-12: SEPO 2024 HOA Assessment Fees: Now on website - This morning I moved the SEPO 2024 HOA Assessment Fees from where I put them while I was in the hospital to the Sunshine website HERE . - Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-12-12: SEPO BUDGET 2024 (APPROVED): Now on website - This morning I moved the APPROVED 2024 SEPO BUDGET from where I put it while I was in the hospital to the Sunshine website HERE . - Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-12-12: APPROVED: SEPO Financials, 2023-11 (Nov) - The APPROVED November 2023 SEPO Financials are posted on the Sunshine Website HERE . Please let me know if you have any questions. - Tracy Wagner (for Mark Owen) SEPO Treasurer Assistant Sent 2023-12-12: APPROVED: SEPO Financials, 2023-10 (Oct) - The APPROVED October 2023 SEPO Financials are posted on the Sunshine Website HERE . Please let me know if you have any questions. - Tracy Wagner (for Mark Owen) SEPO Treasurer Assistant Sent 2023-12-12: WC: Rolling Carolers Schedule - We will have one short practice — Wednesday, December 20 @ 3PM in Retzlaff Hall. Thursday December 21 - 4:30PM {get ready party} at Lacy’s home (1944 W MI Dr). If you feel so inclined, finger foods would be very welcome, but not necessary. Begin our rolling at around 5:30. ALL GODS CHILDREN GOT A PLACE IN THE CHOIR! Feel free to call with any concerns or questions. - Pam Lacy 218-443-3416 Sent 2023-12-11: VIDEO: Board Mtg (Reg) Dec 11, 2023 - The video from the Dec 11, 2023 Board meeting (Regular) is now available for viewing on the Sunshine Web site HERE AND directly from HERE . Please contact me with any issues/questions. - Beth Parrish (for Tony Adams, SEPO Board Secretary) Sent 2023-12-11: New Year's Eve party planning meeting - There's going to be a New Year's Eve Party planning meeting after the Women's Club meeting this Friday the 15th at Retzlaff Hall. Feel free to join us if you'd like to help. - Jill Ventrello Sent 2023-12-11: Finger Lickin' Chicken Signup - Our Neighborhood Watch Finger Lickin' Chicken Fundraiser is Friday, January 5, 2024. Price is $12 a plate. You can eat in Retzlaff Hall or take it home. Signup sheets and envelopes are now available in the library in the Neighborhood Watch area along the West wall . Fill in the front of the envelope, insert money and drop in the lock box. You will be hand-delivered an actual ticket before the event. Firemen will set up near the gazebo early Friday morning to cook the chicken and charro beans. Menu includes 1/2 a chicken, charro beans, coleslaw, macaroni salad, bread, jalapenos, cake, and iced tea or water. Deadline to sign up is December 22nd. We encourage interested persons to sign up in advance. There is no guarantee that extra plates will be available at the door. Please, sign up so we know how many chickens to order. - Jean Burgoine Sent 2023-12-11: Women’s Club Meeting - Don’t forget Women’s Club Meeting - This Friday 12/15/2023 9:00am. Let’s make it ugly Christmas Sweater or Best Christmas Sweater Day. In the hall 9am See you there! Thank you, - Vicky Krueger, Women's Club President Sent 2023-12-11: Garden Club Get-Together - Garden Club Get-Together Save the date: Tuesday, December 12th Retzlaff Hall at 6:30 - 7:30 We will have an open discussion about weeding, plants, projects and possible tours. If you have an item to share or extra plants or clippings, please bring them. We can learn from each other and all are welcome. See you Tuesday. - Susanne Ulrich Sent 2023-12-10: WC - Christmas Dinner - Christmas Dinner Planning / Tuesday / 12-12-2023 / 2 pm in the library. All are welcome to join! I would like to do a planning meeting for Christmas dinner planning. Library / 2pm / Tuesday. Thank You. - Vicky Krueger Sent 2023-12-10: AGENDA for Residents' Meeting on Tuesday, Dec 12, 2023 @ 1 PM - The agenda for the 'Hybrid' Dec 12, 2023 Residents' Meeting at 1 PM in Retzlaff Hall can be accessed directly from HERE and on the Sunshine website HERE . This agenda will also be posted outside the SEPO office, on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall and by the mailboxes today. Please call with any questions / issues. - Share Nelson, SEPO Board President Sent 2023-12-10: REMINDER: WC - Valley Voices - This is to remind you of the WC Valley Voices concert scheduled to take place on December 22, 2023. See details on the poster below. - Jill Ventrello, WC Activities Director Sent 2023-12-10: REMINDER: WC presents the Hope Tour - You're a Good Man Charlie Brown - This is to remind you WC is sponsoring the Hope Tour - You're a Good Man Charlie Brown scheduled to take place on December 14, 2023 @ 6 PM in Retzlaff Hall. See details on the poster below. - Jill Ventrello, WC Activities Director Sent 2023-12-10: REMINDER: Card Box for and Introduction of Employees - Christmas will be here before we know it. As we did last year, a card box is in the office area during SEPO Office Hours. We will bring it into the Residents’ Meeting, on December 12 @ 1 PM in Retzlaff Hall, to hold cards with notes or other means of showing appreciation to our wonderful employees. They are Valerie, Lupe, Manny, Lalo and Joe. I plan to have them introduced to you at the Residents’ Meeting. - Share Nelson, SEPO Board President Sent 2023-12-08: Sunshine Homes for 'Sale' or 'Rent' - Hi fellow Sunshiners: As I've recently been touring through our wonderful neighborhood after my long hospital stay, I've noticed there are several 'For Sale' signs in front of homes. However, nobody from those residences has contacted me to put your 'For Sale' home information on the Sunshine website. I know firsthand that listing your home out there can be very beneficial to you. One of my nurses in the hospital said she is looking to buy in here, and she checks our website daily to see if anything new comes up for sale. I'd be more than happy to list your home for you - and it's FREE. Instructions concerning how to do that are HERE . If you have any questions, contact me per my info below. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-12-08: SEPO Office Closed this coming Monday - I wanted to inform the community that I will be out of the office on Monday, Dec 11, so the office will be closed. I will be returning on Tuesday, Dec 12. - Valerie Basaldua, SEPO Office Mgr Sent 2023-12-07: Announcement: Fishing Association - Hoof & Fin Event - Tickets for the Hoof and Fin Event hosted by the SCCE Fishing Association will be taken at the library in the lock box until Monday morning at 8:00AM. - Bill Peterson, Club President Sent 2023-12-07: REMINDER - WC: Bake Sale & Raffle - Hopefully everyone read about this event in the December Newsletter, and this is just a REMINDER of this year’s Women's Club Bake Sale, which is tomorrow, Friday, Dec 8 from 8 to 11 AM. Coffee and homemade rolls will be available for $1 to enjoy while visiting with your friends. There will also be: lots of candy, baked goods and other yummy things for you to purchase crafters selling their wares raffles and more Please look through your favorite recipes for those cookies, candies, holiday snacks, etc and make your favorite holiday goodies to donate to the Women's Club bake sale. Drop-off of these goodies will be from 5 to 7 PM this evening, Thursday, Dec 7 at Retzlaff Hall. Thanks to all who will bake for us. Come enjoy the kickoff of our Sunshine Holiday season. - Terry DeBackere / Nancy Lyne…..Co-chairs Sent 2023-12-06: UNAPPROVED: WC - Minutes from 2023-11-17 - The 'UNAPPROVED' minutes from the Women's Club meeting on Friday, Nov 17, 2023 are available on the Sunshine website HERE . - Karen Baase WC Secretary Sent 2023-12-06: REMINDER: 'Toys for Tots' & 'Food Drive' - It has come to my attention that there is hardly any food or toys in the library for our drives. I know that in the past our community has been very generous at this time of year. So this is a friendly reminder that we are having a toy drive for 'Toys for Tots' and a 'Food Drive' for Valley Haven Children's Home/Fishes and Loaves. You can drop off your toys (please have them wrapped and marked on the bottom the age and gender) and non-perishable food items in the library. You have until 12/15 for the toy drive and 12/20 for the food drive. Thank you in advance for your generosity. - Jill Ventrello Sent 2023-12-06: Casino Night - Casino Night is Friday, February 2nd and this is a major fund-raising event for the Sunshine community. We are in the planning stage of this event and are looking to the residents to help us out in making this event a huge success. So while you are doing some Christmas shopping maybe you could pick up a gift card to your favorite restaurant or business, donate a service, purchase or make a gift basket or make an item or pick up something new that you think would make a great raffle prize. We are also doing something new this year - we are trying to get more table sponsors within our community. Someone from your street will be knocking on your door to ask if you would donate $10 toward being a Street Sponsor. It costs $100 per table per sponsor, but if ten people go in on one street, then we have a new table sponsor! Throughout the evening of Casino Night the sponsors will be announced and everyone sitting at that table will receive extra chips. So if someone comes knocking at your door - it is your neighbor asking you to contribute toward sponsoring a gaming table for Casino Night! Thanks for your contributions! Sherri Gardner Vickie Jones Co-chairs of Casino Night Sent 2023-12-05: AGENDA for BOARD (Regular) Meeting on Monday, Dec 11, 2023 @ 1 PM - The agenda for the 'Hybrid' Dec 11, 2023 Board Meeting (Regular) at 1 PM can be accessed directly from HERE and on the Sunshine website HERE . Valerie will also be posting this agenda outside her office, on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall and by the mailboxes by 1 PM today. Please call with any questions / issues. - Share Nelson, SEPO Board President Sent 2023-12-05: UPDATED: Website Directories (+) - As promised, I'm slowly but surely getting needed updates on the website. Today I completed the following: Directories (located HERE ) Board Info (located HERE ) As always, if you see anything at all that needs fixed, let me know ASAP. Thx - Beth Parrish, SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-12-04: Finger Lickin' Chicken: Meal Signup Sheet - A decision has been made to temporarily remove the 'meal' signup sheet and money envelopes from the library for the Finger Lickin' Chicken dinner until Dec 13. Come back on/after this date and signup/pay. NOTE: The 'volunteer signup' sheet remains hanging in the library. Please consider helping us out with this NW annual fundraiser. - Lenore Combs Sent 2023-12-04: TRIAL RUN: Dumping your Bulky Items - ATTENTION RESIDENTS We are attempting to try out a system that could benefit our residents here in the community to get rid of items that you are unable to get out to the dump due to transportation. The Maintenance Crew will leave a trailer out in the storage area in front of the Sand Pit where you can place items on: TUE, December 5th AND WED, December 6th There are a few items that we are asking to not be placed there: No Batteries No Tires No items that may contain Hazardous Chemicals (Oil) No Household Trash Let's see how this system works for us!! Board Members in Accordance Frank Tewell , Tom Perrier, Randy Davis , Share Nelson Sent 2023-12-04: CHG OF PLANS: B&N Mtg & Guest Speaker on Dec 4, 2023 - The Birding and Nature Club will be holding their monthly meeting this evening (Dec 4) in Retzlaff Hall prior to speaker "Mike Heap" of Heaps Nursery. Mike will not start his portion of the evening until around 8 PM. - Bill Peterson Sent 2023-12-04: Finger Lickin' Chicken Info - Finger Lickin’ Chicken is a fundraiser for Neighborhood Watch. It will be held Friday, January 5, 2024 @ 4PM in Retzlaff Hall. You may eat at the hall or take your plate to go. The cost will be $12 per plate plus any extra donations are happily accepted. To purchase tickets there is a signup sheet in the library, along with envelopes, for those planning to attend. Concerning the envelopes, please write your name(s) on one and enclose the plate(s) cost. Lenore and John Combs will make sure you receive your ticket(s). We are excited that the Harlingen Fire Fighters will be spending the day cooking chicken by the gazebo in their big pit! We anticipate many local police and firefighters will be attending this event. There is also a Volunteer signup sheet in the Library for those willing to help. We are looking for helpers to transport the chicken from the gazebo area to Retzlaff Hall and also needing people to help serve. This will be an event full of fun and great food! Thank you! For any questions or concerns, please call Lenore Combs at 956-245-1276. Sent 2023-12-04: SCCE Fishing Association: Hoof & Fin Event - The ticket sales for the "Hoof and Fin" event will be available Monday, Dec 4, Tuesday, Dec 5 and Wednesday, Dec 6 from 9:00 AM 'till Noon in the library. Virtual tickets, for a price of $12 per plate, will be available with a signup on a sheet and put money in an envelope with your printed name on it and how many tickets you would like. Drop the envelope in the locked box below the bulletin board. There will also be Fishing Association members going around the estates selling tickets. Sales will continue 'till Dec 10. If you have any questions, text Bill Peterson 309-945-2108. Sent 2023-12-04: Finger Lickin' Chicken Info - Finger Lickin’ Chicken is a fundraiser for Neighborhood Watch. It will be held Friday, January 5, 2024 @ 4PM in Retzlaff Hall. You may eat at the hall or take your plate to go. The cost will be $12 per plate plus any extra donations are happily accepted. To purchase tickets there is a signup sheet in the library, along with envelopes, for those planning to attend. Concerning the envelopes, please write your name(s) on one and enclose the plate(s) cost. Lenore and John Combs will make sure you receive your ticket(s). We are excited that the Harlingen Fire Fighters will be spending the day cooking chicken by the gazebo in their big pit! We anticipate many local police and firefighters will be attending this event. There is also a Volunteer signup sheet in the Library for those willing to help. We are looking for helpers to transport the chicken from the gazebo area to Retzlaff Hall and also needing people to help serve. This will be an event full of fun and great food! Thank you! For any questions or concerns, please call Lenore Combs at 956-245-1276. Sent 2023-12-03: Long Time Renter Passing - Linda Jensen asked me to let everyone know that her husband, Arne passed away this a.m. His son is with her now and Linda's daughter is arriving this evening. They have been renting in Sunshine for the last several years. - Marlene Hall Sent 2023-12-02: WC: Rolling Carolers - Pam Lacy, once again this year, is organizing the Christmas Caroling. She would appreciate it, if those of you that would like to participate, could let her know before that date so she has an idea of how many to expect. Although, any last minute deciders are more than welcome to join. Again, it's on December 21st and she asks that everyone congregate at her home at 4:30 pm for some holiday cheer. - Jill Ventrello Sent 2023-12-01: CORRECTION #2: Birding and Nature Club - Special Speaker - The Birding and Nature Club would like to invite the Gardening Club and anyone interested in the community to come and interact with our speaker "Mike Heap" of Heaps Nursery on Monday, Dec 4 @ 7pm in Retzlaff Hall. Mike is very knowledgeable on plants native to the RGV and insects and animals drawn to the native plants. We will be taking donations for bird seed. Please spread the word. - Bill Peterson & Tom Stone Sent 2023-12-01: UPDATED-Send Corrections if Needed: Sunshine Activities 2-Pager - Based on input I received from several residents (thank you so much) when I sent out the last 2-pager on Nov 25, plus all of the new Activity Requests submitted to and approved by Valerie (SEPO Office), here is an updated 2-pager. It can be accessed directly from HERE . I'm still in the process of updating the website pages containing activities. Please send any updates/corrections to the email address below and call with questions. i Beth Parrish, SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-12-01: REMINDER-VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Christmas Decorating - Hi neighbors! Just to remind you - The Woman’s Club is looking for volunteers to help decorate Christmas trees in Retzlaff Hall on Saturday, December 2nd at 12PM. It will be a great time of community spirit and camaraderie. All help will be greatly appreciated! Thank you! - Pam Davis Back to Top

ACC: Architectural Control Committee (2020-2024) In Alphabetical Order Brad Anderson Terry Lacy Matt Lyne Nancy Lyne Back to Top

Clubs & Committees (Winter 2020-2021) Additional Details Due to Covid-19 Restrictions most Club & Committee non-recurring Activities were Cancelled this season. UPCOMING Birding and Nature Club Outing (Apr 5, 2021) Sent 2021-04-02: REMINDER: Monday Birding Trip to Estero Llano State Park in Weslaco - Just a quick reminder of the Birding and Nature Club outing to Estero Llano SP in Weslaco on Monday. In the past we have been able to eat a lunch on the covered deck overlooking the wetlands. However, because of COVID-19, all the tables have been removed from the deck. My wife and I are planning on eating lunch at Nana’s, a Mexican Restaurant about a half mile north of the park on rte 1015. All are welcome to join us. We will depart for the park promptly at 8:30 am from in front of our office/library area. Questions? Call Ralph Peterson @ 607-590-0606. Ralph Peterson Sent 2021-03-15: Birding and Nature Club Outing - The SCCE Birding and Nature Club has scheduled its annual Spring outing on Monday, April 5th to Estero Llano Grande state park in Weslaco. Due to the ongoing pandemic, the park will not offer any guided tours and no shuttle carts. All tours will be self guided. Masks will be required as well as social distancing. The cost for park entrance is $5.00 per person unless you have a park pass. The park features a variety of habitats for birds and wildlife to include a beautiful covered deck overlooking a very active pond scene. A variety of birds to be seen at the park include the rare Elegant Trogan, Pauraque, Crimson-collared Grosbeak, Audubon’s Oriole and the usual south Texas specialties. For those that desire to eat lunch at the park, it is a bring your own. The deck offers very relaxing spot to eat and chat. For those caravaning over, we will meet at the parking area outside our library at 8:15am and depart for the park promptly at 8:30. To sign up for the trip or for questions about the trip contact Ralph Peterson at 607-590-0606 or email at ralphpete@frontier.com . COMPLETE Woodshop: Orientation Class (Mar 29, 2021) Sent 2021-03-25: Wood Shop Orientation Class Monday March 29th 4:30 pm - Wood Shop Orientation Class Monday March 29th 4:30 pm in the wood shop. This will be the last class for the season. This class is a requirement for using the wood shop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Limited class size due to Covid-19 restrictions. Face Masks required. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 to register. COMPLETE Neighborhood Watch: Virtual Finger Lickin' Chicken Fund Raiser (Jan 1-31, 2021) Sent 2021-01-24: NW: Alternative to Finger Lickin' Chicken Fund Raiser - At Beth Parrish's suggestion, here is a reminder of your opportunity to help with our Neighborhood Watch program. Currently we are having a Neighborhood Watch fundraiser. It is a virtual Finger Lickin’ Chicken dinner. Back in the old days, before COVID-19, our Firefighters would come out to SCCE at o’dark:30 and stoke the mesquite and coals for a scrupdelicious dinner. Volunteers provided the fixin’s. But – new times and COVID-19 Commandments prevail. So, as an alternative for a donation - In the Library there is a supply of designated envelopes and a lock box in which to $how your $upport. You can please make your check payable to Neighborhood Watch. This opportunity will end 31 January and I hope you will take advantage to support us. Thanks. Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com COMPLETE Woodshop: Orientation Class (Jan 27, 2021) Sent 2021-01-24: Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 27th - Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 27th 5:00 pm in the wood shop. This class is a requirement for using the wood shop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Limited class size due to covid-19 restrictions. Face Masks required. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 to register. COMPLETE Woodshop: Orientation Class (Jan 20, 2021) Sent 2021-01-18: Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 20th - Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 20th 5:00 pm in the wood shop. This class is a requirement for using the wood shop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Limited class size due to covid-19 restrictions. Face Masks required. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 to register. COMPLETE Woodshop: Orientation Class (Jan 13, 2021) Sent 2021-01-11: JAN 13TH WOODSHOP CLASS FILLED - The Jan 13th Woodshop class has met the Covid-19 maximum attendance. Next class will be based on interest. Contact me to be on a future list. John Chajec 708-280-8940 Sent 2021-01-10: Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 13th 5:00pm - Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 13th 5:00 pm in the wood shop. This class is a requirement for using the wood shop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Limited class size due to covid restrictions. Face Masks required. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 to register. COMPLETE Sunshine Birding and Nature Group: Christmas Bird Count (Jan 2, 2021) Sent 2020-12-20: Christmas Bird Count - Anyone interested in participating in the Christmas Bird Count, please, meet at the gazebo this Wednesday (Dec. 23) at 1 p.m. We will formalize plans for the Bird Count which will take place on Saturday, Jan. 2nd. You do not need to be able to identify the birds. Volunteers are needed to spot the birds, count the birds, record the results, and identify the birds. An expert will be assigned to each group to identify the birds. Please, wear your mask and socially distance while in the gazebo. The event is coordinated by the Sunshine Birding and Nature Group. Jean Burgoine COMPLETE Woodshop: Orientation Class (Dec 30, 2020) Sent 2020-12-27: Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Dec 30th 5:00pm - Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Dec 30th 5:00 pm in the wood shop. This class is a requirement for using the wood shop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Limited class size due to covid restrictions. Face Masks required. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 to register. COMPLETE Woodshop: Orientation Class (Oct 28, 2020) Sent 2020-10-24: Woodshop Orientation C lass on Wednesday, October 28th at 5 pm - There will be a Woodshop Orientation Class on Wednesday, Oct 28th at 5 pm in the wood shop. A one-time attendance is a requirement for use of the wood shop. The shop will be closed during the class. All residents are invited to attend. Limited attendance due to Covid-19 restrictions. Call John Chajec at 708-280-8940 to register. COMPLETE Woodshop: Orientation Class (Oct 8, 2020) Sent 2020-10-02: Woodshop Orientation Class - Any new resident wishing to take the Woodshop orientation class contact JOHN CHAJEC at 708-280-8940. Class will be next Thursday, Oct 8th at 4 PM in the Woodshop. Class will be limited to six people. Reserve your spot. Wear your mask. John Chajec Back to Top

See What Happened at the Activities in past years. ************************************************************** Event: Golf Cart Parade Date: 04-19-2020 Day / Time: Sunday / 6:30 PM Details: See details and pictures below. *************** YOU'RE INVITED: Golf Cart Parade Let's have a Golf Cart Parade on Sunday 4/19 at 6:30. I’ve been told that the temperature is going to be 101 on Sunday so we are starting at 6:30, hoping for a cooldown with a slight breeze! I hope this works for everyone and hope to see you at the front parking area in front of the office around 6:30. Should be fun and a way to get out and see our neighbors without breaking the social distancing rules. Wear your masks!! Kay Sluyter I think everyone should be able to view this video. If you can't please contact Beth (314-960-6710) https://www.facebook.com/ernest.smith.18488/videos/10223169850138464/ See Participants Here (Spectators are after Participants) See Spectators Here ************************************************************** Event: Quilt Show (via Cart, Car, Bike or Foot) Date: 04-13-2020 Day / Time: Monday / 4 to 7 PM Club: Killer Bees Quilters Details: See details and a few pictures below. Pictures: Click HERE to see all of the pictures sent to the Web site Admin *************** YOU'RE INVITED: Outdoor Quilt Show On Monday, April 13 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, the Killer Bees will try to bring some cheer to Sunshine Estates. We will be having an outdoor, drive-by (walk-by, bicycle-by) Quilt Show. Please keep in mind that this is for Estates residents only and please keep in mind social distancing. With the new Cameron County rules, face masks are needed if you are outdoors. Also, keeping safety in mind, PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH THE QUILTS . Even if you have not registered with us, you are welcome to join us by hanging a quilt on your porch, etc. Below you will see just a FEW of the beautiful quilts that were on display. Click HERE to see many, many more. REMEMBER: Click HERE to see all of the pictures sent to the Web site Admin ************************************************************** Event: Shrimp Boil and Mardi Gras Date: 03-13-2020 Day: Friday Club: Women's Club Co-Chairs: Cathy Chajec & Linda Jones ************************************************************** Event: Goofy Golf & Picnic Date: 11-18-2018 Day: Sunday Club: Women's Club Co-Chairs: Janis & Derek McFee Watch a video of some of the Goofy Golf efforts. ************************************************************** Event: Saying Goodbye to the Tree on TX Ave Date: Dec 2018 Day: Monday Organizer: Pat Harvey ************************************************************** Event: Casino Night Date: 02-23-2019 Day: Saturday Club: Women's Club Co-Chairs: Dale Hopfner & Sherri Gardner Thanks to all of the great volunteers and especially the Co-Chairs, who helped make this Another Successful Casino Night! ************************************************************** Event: Crafty Creations by Heidi (Lighthouse) Date: 03-18-2019 & 03-29-2019 Day: Wednesday & Friday Club: Crafty Creations by heidi Chairperson: Heidi Dill Currently all other Lighthouse pictures can be found by clicking here . Back to Top

S EPO Community E-Mails: January 2021 Sent 2021-01-31: Corrected Article - SUNSHINE NEWSLETTER: Feb 2021 - Below in yellow is a correction to the Woodworkers article originally published in the Feb 2021 Newsletter. The updated newsletter (Rev 2) can be found HERE . CORRECTION TO - INSIDE SUNSHINE NEWSLETTER February 2021 Woodworker’s Club News As is the case with everyone, the woodworkers are hoping for 2021 to be better than 2020. Shop cleanup has been moved to the first Tuesday of the month at 8:00 am. Thanks to Cathy Chajec for organizing and supervising that necessity. Woodshop orientation classes have been held in January. The woodshop limit of seven persons has required multiple sessions. If you are new to the community and wish to use the woodshop, you must attend one of these sessions prior to be given access to the shop. Contact John Chajec (jcsayjack@gmail.com ) to get your name on the list for the next orientation. Regretfully, due to Covid-19 protocols, there is no spaghetti dinner planned for this year. Woodworkers Club meetings in January have been held using Google Meet. We will meet on February 12, 2021 in the Pavilion, weather permitting. The February 26 meeting will be virtual using Google Meet. Jerry Wetherbee Sent 2021-01-30: Your Neighbors - the Preters - David & Geri Preter - 12100 W 109th St - Room 128 - Overland Park KS 66210-1200 They are in a nursing home. Would like to receive cards. Just to say Howdy. No phone calls. Kathy Wunderlich Sent 2021-01-29: Missed Article - SUNSHINE NEWSLETTER: Feb 2021 - My Bad - I didn't see Chuck's Election Notice article until after I sent out the Feb 2021 Newsletter last hour. See below for an important notice about the 2021 SEPO Board Election. The Feb 2021 Newsletter has been posted on the Web site HERE . Beth Parrish ADDENDUM TO - INSIDE SUNSHINE NEWSLETTER February 2021 SEPO Election Just a reminder. Your election ballots need to be in the ballot box outside the SEPO office by 1:00 PM on February 16. If for some reason you have not received your ballot package please call the SEPO office (956-425-1420) and we will get a packet to you. Chuck McEvoy Election Chairman Sent 2021-01-29: SUNSHINE NEWSLETTER: February 2021 - The Feb 2021 Newsletter has been posted on the Web site HERE and also sent to Valerie to print and place in the Library when she returns on Tues, Feb 2. Please contact me with any corrections, questions etc. Beth Parrish SEPO Newsletter Editor E-Mail: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-01-28: HOMEOWNER TIP: Homeowners' Electrical Equipment - Most people walk around looking at birds, flowers etc, not this old boy, my past haunts me, I look at electrical equipment. Below are examples of outages waiting to happen; not if, just when. *************** This equipment is the homeowners responsibility, not AEP. If you experience an outage or only half your outlets are out, check with your neighbors before calling AEP. If they are OK most likely this is where the problem is and you need an electrician. Keep in mind the old commercial, "you can pay me now or later". Later is always less fun than now. John Chajec Sent 2021-01-28: HOMEOWNER TIP: Homeowners' Electrical Equipment - Most people walk around looking at birds, flowers etc, not this old boy, my past haunts me, I look at electrical equipment. Below are examples of outages waiting to happen; not if, just when. *************** This equipment is the homeowners responsibility, not AEP. If you experience an outage or only half your outlets are out, check with your neighbors before calling AEP. If they are OK most likely this is where the problem is and you need an electrician. Keep in mind the old commercial, "you can pay me now or later". Later is always less fun than now. John Chajec Sent 2021-01-27: MARKETPLACE: Dining Table & Six Chairs - "FOR SALE" - Dining Set Contact: Larry Reed (309-337-9503) or Lynne Reed (309-368-8453) Description: Dining Set Table w/6 chairs See this and other items in the Sunshine Marketplace . Larry & Lynne Reed Sent 2021-01-26: CAMERA & Surveillance TASK FORCE 25 Jan 2021 1pm w HPD - Sunshine Neighborhood Watch – CERT Team (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! CAMERA & Surveillance TASK FORCE 25 Jan 2021 1pm w HPD Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Dear NW-CERT Volunteers, Residents and Friends, Yesterday, Monday, 25 January, we met with Harlingen Police, District Representatives led by Sgt. Charles Fechner and Officers Elizondo, Moreno and Bravo. Last week, on Friday, 22 January about 12 SCCE interested volunteers did a “walk-about” via golf carts around SCCE. The mission was to become familiar with Bad Guy hot spots and explore surveillance possibilities for Sunshine. We wanted to be prepared to have a conversation with Harlingen Police on their recommendations based on our findings and their experience. We had a suggested “cheat sheet” from the Bureau of Justice and other like organizations and took notes. We now shared our findings with the Police. They listened to our concerns, toured the Estates and made some recommendations. This is not meant to endorse any products but to be used as an example of what is out there. Many home-owners personally choose a “Ring” system which has many components designed for your needs – from simple to extravagant. There are several reputable vendors locally with other options. Bottom line – the responsibility is yours. A simple thing we can all do is place solar lighting around areas that are always dark. A specific report will be forthcoming from Bill Peterson and Tom Gossins on cameras etc. and on the Sensaphone System. Included in this walk-about was aging cameras in the Woodshop, the IR Sensaphone system in the Woodshop and Storage Lot, Valerie’s cameras in the Office and the bank of Cameras at the Front Gate. The cameras belong to SEPO but once upon a time we had many various volunteers who shared the responsibility to “keep track of and etc.” “It takes a Village” By and by, we lost our faithful volunteers and the task fell by the wayside. So recently it was brought back to life. This planning exercise surfaced in December 2020 over conversations regarding concern for our overall security in SCCE. It was further explored with the NW Camera Task Force volunteers who responded to a call-out. (some volunteers are not NW but were interested SCCE residents.) Even though we have had comparatively less criminal mischief disturbances than other similar communities we are not immune and should stay on top of security to keep us safe. Respectfully, Lenore J. Combs Sent 2021-01-26: ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A COMPANION - Looking for a home for our cat. Haseyfu is a mellow 18 year old cat. He is declawed on front paws. He is current on all vaccines. Please call David at 808 2690948 if interested or if you would like to see Haseyfu. Dave Fleiner Sent 2021-01-26: Out of Office Notice - The office will be closed Jan 29, Friday and Feb 1, Monday. If you need anything before the weekend please come in before then. Valerie Basaldua Office Manager 956-425-1420 sepo.office@gmail.com Sent 2021-01-26: Lost & Found Area - From Buzz: For those of you who may not be aware, there is a Lost & Found area where you can look for items you have Lost and place items you have Found. It is located in the Office/Library building next to the coffee maker in front of the larger bulletin board. From Beth: If you use this area it will take some of the workload off of Beth by not having her send out e-mails. Thank You. Buzz Sawyer & Beth Parrish Sent 2021-01-24: NW: Alternative to Finger Lickin' Chicken Fund Raiser - At Beth Parrish's suggestion, here is a reminder of your opportunity to help with our Neighborhood Watch program. Currently we are having a Neighborhood Watch fundraiser. It is a virtual Finger Lickin’ Chicken dinner. Back in the old days, before COVID-19, our Firefighters would come out to SCCE at o’dark:30 and stoke the mesquite and coals for a scrupdelicious dinner. Volunteers provided the fixin’s. But – new times and COVID-19 Commandments prevail. So, as an alternative for a donation - In the Library there is a supply of designated envelopes and a lock box in which to $how your $upport. You can please make your check payable to Neighborhood Watch. This opportunity will end 31 January and I hope you will take advantage to support us. Thanks. Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Sent 2021-01-24: FOUND: golf club cover - Purple K State golf club cover found. Call 956-893-3032 to claim. Lowene Werkmeister Sent 2021-01-24: Front Gate - FOUND: Male Kitten - My mom (Nancy G) and I and Larry and Lehua Keller rescued this fairly young male kitten, we think about six months old, from Larry and Lehua's bushes late this morning. He is very friendly, so at some point has been somewhat socialized. He has some wounds and is very thin, so has been living outside for a few weeks. You can contact me at 402-350-5508. Kim Rowell Sent 2021-01-26Sent 2021-01-24: Front Gate - Folks have been inquiring as to why the front gate isn't being locked at night. The key-pad is what is giving us the problem. Everything else works, so a new key-pad is on order. It was decided to keep the front gate open until the new key-pad is installed, in case someone needed in during the night and couldn't use the key-pad. Jim Kennedy SEPO Board President Sent 2021-01-24: Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 27th - Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 27th 5:00 pm in the wood shop. This class is a requirement for using the wood shop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Limited class size due to covid restrictions. Face Masks required. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 to register. Sent 2021-01-24: MARKETPLACE: For Sale - Portable AC Unit - Please check out the MARKETPLACE for this and other great items that your Sunshine neighbors have for sale. "FOR SALE" - Black & Decker portable AC Contact: Randy Nicholas, 956-222-6876 Description: Black & Decker portable air conditioner. Used sparingly in our RV. Asking Price: $175.00 Sent 2021-01-24: MARKETPLACE: For Sale - Tow Dolly - Please check out the MARKETPLACE for this and other great items that your Sunshine neighbors have for sale. "FOR SALE" - Tow Dolly by Master Tow Contact: Randy Nicholas, 956-222-6876 Description: Tow Dolly by Master Tow This unit has surge breaks. Comes with spare tire and all the straps. Asking Price: $1,250.00 Sent 2021-01-23: LOOKING FOR: Outdoor Lawn Games for next WC Activity - Plans are underway to possibly have a Lawn Games event in the near future. If you have any outdoor lawn games, would you please let me know...this includes croquet, lawn darts, dice, frisbee, jenga, etc. Sue (Suebob) Swidryk 2012 W Iowa 847-452-7804 Sent 2021-01-23: FOUND: Odyssey putter - I found an Odyssey putter on the golf course. Please contact me to claim it. Sue (Suebob) Swidryk 2012 W Iowa 847-452-7804 Sent 2021-01-23: PLEASE RETURN: Glow Balls - If anyone has any glow balls from last night, please return them to Suebob. We are missing 57 balls! And please, those of you playing golf at Sunshine over the next few days, keep your eyes peeled for these Glow Balls (which probably won't be glowing anymore) and return them to me. For those of you who didn't play last night, these balls look just like normal golf balls but are clear/seethrough. Thanks All, Sue (Suebob) Swidryk 2012 W Iowa 847-452-7804 Sent 2021-01-23: MARKETPLACE: Microwave for Sale - "FOR SALE" - Microwave Contact: Cal Newsom, 608-697-6718 Description: It has been around the block, but still functions great. We just bought a bigger one. See a picture of the specification sheet below. If you cannot read it, it is 1200 watts of cooking power. Asking Price: $25 Pictures and the Specification sheet are available on the Web site in the Marketplace . Sent 2021-01-23: LOST, Golf Club - I left my 8 iron (Cleveland with blue cover) laying on #8 green last night towards the end of Glow Golf. If you found it, please contact me at 573-480-6530. Thanks, Buzz Sawyer Update - The club has been found. Sent 2021-01-23: FINAL REMINDER: FEB 2021 Newsletter Articles Due by End of Day on JAN 24 - This is the FINAL reminder. If you have an article you would like published in the FEB 2021 Sunshine Newsletter, it needs to be submitted to seponewsletter@gmail.com by End of Day on the 24th of the current month. Newsletter Guidelines are posted HERE . Please call with questions. Beth Parrish Sunshine Country Club Newsletter Editor seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-01-20: ATTENTION: Glow Ball Night Golf POSTPONED until Friday, 01-22-21 - Due to weather conditions the Glow Ball Night Golf scheduled for this evening (Jan 20) is being POSTPONED to this coming Friday evening (Jan 22). Everything planned for today now applies to Friday. See the Web site HERE for details. Sue Swidryk WC Activities Director Sent 2021-01-20: Calling All Dogs - Hello Dog Lovers, Sandra Delaunay has offered to come to our community to clip our dogs' nails. Sandra loves dogs, and has over 20 years of experience. All sizes of dogs are welcome. PLACE: Small Dog Park in the Storage Lot Date: Thursday, January 28, 2021 Time: 1 to 4 pm Contact: Text Pam Lacy @ 218-443-3416 to set up an appointment Cost: $10 Masks as always. Thanks, Pam Lacy Marge Sandusky Marian Young Sent 2021-01-19: Glow Ball Golf: Captains Duties & Pairings - If you haven't had a chance to look at the latest pairings yet, they are listed HERE . All Glow Golf team captains should go to the pool pavilion to pick up glow balls, necklaces, etc. between 6:00pm and 6:15pm and on to your tees. Please wear masks. Also monies will be distributed Thursday afternoon at pavilion. Team captains ONLY to pick up between 1pm and 3pm. Please wear masks. Check emails Wednesday to see if we need to change the date because of forecast rain. Bum humbug. Thanks Sue Swidryk Women's Club Activities Director Sent 2021-01-18: Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 20th - Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 20th 5:00 pm in the wood shop. This class is a requirement for using the wood shop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Limited class size due to covid-19 restrictions. Face Masks required. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 to register. Sent 2021-01-17: GOLF GLOW BALL EVENT: Team Pairing Adjustments & Masks - Team Adjustments: There have been some pairing adjustments made to the Golf Glow Ball Teams. So please be sure and look at the roster carefully before heading to your starting hole. Golf Cart Occupancy: Since there will be 72 golfers playing in the event, I have obtained permission from the Board for the following. If you will be playing with residents who are not within your household, you may double-up while riding in a Golf Cart - as long as you are wearing a mask while riding in that cart. Sue Swidryk Sent 2021-01-17: Code for the Neighborhood Watch Virtual Meeting (Jan 18. 2021) - The January Neighborhood Watch meeting is Monday (1/18/21) at 3:00. Lenore sent a SEPOeNews that included the agenda to you a couple of days ago. As with most meeting you may want to check-in a little early, maybe between 2:45 and 3:00. To "Join" the meeting just click on the following link: https://meet.google.com/qwt-peic-dez and once your browser shows you a screen be sure to click on the "Join" button on the right side of the screen. As with most meetings, this meeting will be recorded to help the secretary with the meeting minutes. Any questions, please let me know. Pat Harvey patharvey4169@gmail.com Sent 2021-01-17: GOLF GLOW BALL EVENT WEDNESDAY JAN 20TH INFORMATION - TEAMS HAVE BEEN POSTED IN LIBRARY AND OUTDOOR GOLF CABINET TEE OFF TIME WILL BE 6:30PM SHARP..SHOULD END AROUND 9:30 THIS IS A SCRAMBLE GOLF EVENT WILL BE PLAYING ALL NINE HOLES PLAYERS SHOULD GO TO THEIR ASSIGNED HOLE BY 6:30. EVERYONE SHOULD BRING SMALL FLASHLIGHT ALL GOLF CARTS NEED TO STAY ON GOLF CART PATH..WALK TO RETRIEVE BALL ON FAIRWAY..IF YOU NEED HELP, ASK TEAM MEMBER THERE WILL BE “WATER BALL RETRIEVERS” ON WATER HOLES ALL PLAYERS WILL RECEIVE A GLOW IN DARK NECKLACE THAT MUST BE WORN ALL TEAMS WILL TEE OFF FROM WOMEN’S TEE SITE LARRY AND LEHUA KELLER WILL BE OFFERING THEIR MOST DELICIOUS BLOODY MARYS ON HOLE #8. HOUSE WILL BE WELL LIT. STOP BY AND ENJOY. AND LAST, BUT NOT LEAST, MONEY PAYOUTS WILL BE DONE THE NEXT DAY. Sue Swidryk Women's Club Activities Director Sent 2021-01-17: REMINDER: FEB 2021 Newsletter Articles Due by End of Day on Jan 24, 2021 - If you have an article you would like published in the Sunshine Feb 2021 Newsletter, the article needs to be submitted to seponewsletter@gmail.com by End of Day on the 24th of this month. Newsletter Guidelines are posted HERE . Please call with questions. Beth Parrish SEPO Newsletter Editor E-Mail: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-01-15: Thank you Letter From Neil Morehead!! - I just want to take the time to Thank a few Residents who have given Sunshine a little TLC during the time I was on the Board... Front Gate: Susanne Ulrich, Sue Swidryk, Terry DeBackere, Glenna Boardman and Patty Wood Back Gate: Ralph McConnell Garden Started: Irene Phillips and Marian Young Donations & Plants: Tiffany Prater and Nancy Lyne I want to express my appreciation for your support and personal commitment. It was incredibly helpful to Sunshine. Sincerely, Neil Morehead Director of Common Area 2 Sent 2021-01-14: NW agenda January 18 2021 3pm VIRTUAL Meeting - Information for this meeting can be found HERE . Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Sent 2021-01-13: MARKETPLACE - Free Rock - "FREE" – Rock Contact: Dick or Beth Parrish Dick (314-402-0219) Beth (314-960-6710) 1940 W Iowa Ave Description: Rock just purchased for landscaping. This pile (in the picture below) was excess we didn’t need. Take as much or as little as you want. Hopefully you can use it all. Asking Price: FREE (you want it – you haul it) See this and other items for Sale/Rent/Free on the Sunshine Web site under the MARKETPLACE tab. Sent 2021-01-11: REMINDER: Signup for Glow Ball Night Golf - Women's Club Activity - “SUNSHINE GLOW BALL NIGHT GOLFING” WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20TH Signup is Tuesday, Jan 12 and Wed, Jan 13 at the Pool Pavilion between 9am and 10am. The fee to play will be $10 - Cash only. The fee will be used to cover expenses and do the payouts. All money will be paid out after expenses. Each team will consist of four (4) players. If you want to play with friends, sign up together. Each team of four (4) will get five (5) balls. No one will be disqualified for putting a ball in the water. We will have people retrieving balls from the water. Sue Swidryk Women’s Club Activities Director Sent 2021-01-08 & 11: Resident Death - I have been informed that Dick Shelton passed away yesterday, Jan 7, 2021. Condolences can be sent to: Katrina Shelton 1025 Saxton Drive Huron, SD 57350 Several residents have reported this is the address for Mrs. Shelton. Sent 2021-01-11: Men's Golf League this week - Men's League Golf for Tuesday, January 12, 2021 has been Canceled. Mark Owen Sent 2021-01-11: JAN 13TH WOODSHOP CLASS FILLED - The Jan 13th Woodshop class has met the Covid-19 maximum attendance. Next class will be based on interest. Contact me to be on a future list. John Chajec 708-280-8940 Sent 2021-01-11: Amended - 2021 SEPO board nominees - 2021 SEPO board nominees: Dana Weise Beth Parrish Larry Keller Jean Burgoine Lenore Combes Chuck McEvoy Election Chairman Sent 2021-01-10: NEED TO READ IMMEDIATELY: What Address do you want your SEPO Board Ballot sent to? - Please see below - And DO NOT reply to sepoenews as it make double work for your enews manager. Thx. Beth Parrish Ballots for the 2021 SEPO Board of Directors of election will be mailed out on Saturday, January 16. If you would like your election packet sent to an address other than your Harlingen address , please send Valerie an email with that address. Her email address is: sepo.office@gmail.com Chuck McEvoy SEPO 2021 Board Elections Committee Chairman Sent 2021-01-10: Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 13th 5:00pm - Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 13th 5:00 pm in the wood shop. This class is a requirement for using the wood shop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Limited class size due to covid restrictions. Face Masks required. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 to register. Sent 2021-01-10: Final Message to Residents - Sent 2021-01-10: Approved Board Minutes from Dec 14, 2020 - The Approved Minutes from the Dec 14, 2020 Board Meeting can be found HERE . Tony Tramel SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2021-01-10: Revised Approved Board Minutes from Nov 30, 2020 - The Revised Approved Minutes from the Nov 30, 2020 Board Meeting can be found HERE . Tony Tramel SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2021-01-09: REMINDER: Web site 'Residents Only' Password Change - This is a reminder that the Web site 'Residents Only' Password will be changing on Sunday, Jan 10. The new PW has been provided to all current residents. And remember - Please do not give this password to anyone outside of your immediate household. You wouldn't want your 'private' information available to just anyone, would you? Thanks again in advance for your understanding with this matter. Beth Parrish Sunshine Country Club Web site Admin Sent 2021-01-07: Pool and Hot Tub - Pool and Hot Tub now working .... but will take time to warm up. Valerie Basaldua SEPO Office Mgr Sent 2021-01-06: MARKETPLACE: Motor Home for Sale - "FOR SALE" - Motor Home Contact: Randy Nicholas 956 222-6876 Description: 2014 Thor Freedom Elite 22 ft Motor Home on a Ford E350 frame. Asking Price: Priced to sell. See Picture HERE . Randy Nicholas Sent 2021-01-05: Blown Transformer - A transformer blew out and the pumps for the hot tub and swimming pool are out. Waiting on AEP... Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sunshine Estates Property Owners Sent 2021-01-02: Agenda for the Jan 5, 2021 Board Meeting - The Agenda was sent to the Sunshine Community via e-mail and has also been posted on the Web site HERE . Tony Tramel SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2021-02: Web Site: ON Jan 10, 2021 @ 8 PM - I can just hear some of your groans after you read this - but it must be done! My current plan is: Shortly after 8 PM CST on Sunday, Jan 10, I will be changing the "Residents Only" password on the Web site. We've had lots of our friends and neighbors move out of our community during 2020. So it's time to reset the 'key' to the Sunshine confidential information area of the Web site. I plan to send out another e-mail on Sat, Jan 9, reminding you of this change and providing current residents with the new password. Thanks in advance for your understanding with this matter. Beth Parrish Sunshine Country Club Web site Admin 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-02: DIRECTORIES: All Updated on Web site - Happy New Year to everyone. The directories I put on the Web site just now are dated 01-01-2021 and contain all updates I have received since 12-12-2020. They are in the 'Residents Only' section. If you have forgotten or never had the Password, click HERE . HERE you will find links to the following: Resident Directories (sorted by both Name and Address) E-mail addresses of all 'current' Residents and Renters who have provided them Current Renters (Note - This doc has some questions) HERE you will find the link to the document listing which page the Residents who are in the 2020 Photo Book are located on. Please let me know if you have any issues/questions/updates. Beth Parrish Sunshine Country Club Web site Admin 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-01-01: Christmas Bird Count - The Christmas Bird Count will be held tomorrow, Jan 2. Meet at the Gazebo at 7:30 a.m. Dress for the weather. Tomorrow should be much like today - cool and sunny. Bring binoculars and something to write on. We will gather and split into two groups. One group will ride their golf carts around our community. The other group will use cars to canvass the area assigned to us outside of Sunshine. Ralf Peterson will tabulate our results and forward them on to someone on the state or national level. FYI: This annual bird count takes place throughout the U.S. It is called the Christmas Bird Count because it takes place around Christmas. Any wild birds cited during the 24 hour period are counted. Chickens and farm ducks are not counted. Wild turkeys are included. HAPPY BIRDING in 2021 Jean Burgoine Sent 2021-01-01: REVISION: “SUNSHINE GLOW BALL NIGHT GOLFING” - See below for updated information after the Jan 2021 Newsletter was sent out concerning: Women's Club Activity - “SUNSHINE GLOW BALL NIGHT GOLFING” WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20TH How about coming out and trying to golf at night with golf balls that glow in the dark? I tried it the other night...it was quite interesting and pretty funny actually. Only one ball in the water on hole 9.... but the balls float so was able to retrieve it. Nothing too serious, just looking to have a good time with friends and family and some “glow in the dark” golf balls. Night golf is a unique experience. This is a woman’s Cub event to start off our New Year 2021. If you are interested: The event will take place on Wednesday, January 20. Signup WILL NOT be in the Library. It WILL be as follows - Sign up Tuesday, Jan 12 and Wed, Jan 13 at the Pool Pavilion between 9am and 10am. The fee to play will be $10 - Cash only . The fee will be used to cover expenses and do the payouts. All money will be paid out after expenses. Each team will consist of four (4) players. If you want to play with friends, sign up together. Each team of four (4) will get five (5) balls. No one will be disqualified for putting a ball in the water. We will have people retrieving balls from the water. Keep you eye out for posters hanging throughout the community concerning the above. Hope to see you there. Sue Swidryk Women’s Club Activities Director Sent 2021-01-01: SEPO Board of Director terms - The following four (4) SEPO Director terms expire and are required to be filled by an election in 2021: Jim Kennedy Frank Tewell Jerry Drost Neil Morehead This information is also available HERE on this Web site. Jim Kennedy SEPO Board President Sent 2021-01-01: Trailer on storage lot#708 - Will the owner of the trailer parked on my rented storage lot please immediately remove it. I need clear access to my storage shed. Warren Clark Back to Top

Summary of Activities / Events "WINTER" (2025-2026) Calendar of Activities: 2-Pager (Under Construction) Board/Residents & Club/Committee Mtgs Women's Club Activities List (2025-2026) Daily-Weekly-Monthly (Winter) Golf, Clubs, Committees, Special List of Clubs & Committees DETAILED INFORMATION about the various SEPO Activities/Meetings below can be found by clicking on the links in each different section of events. "Winter 2025/2026" Calendar of Activities (2-Pager) . Click on the icons below labelled. (Mark Your Calendar & Just A Reminder) The update process required by the Office is HERE . If updates are needed 'only' to the documents below, email them to sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com . Shows UPDATES in BLUE. Back to Top ******************************** Meetings (Apr 1, 2025 thru Mar 31, 2026) Click H ERE for Details SEPO Board & Residents Women's Club Other Clubs/Committees ****************************** SEPO: Women's Club Activities Schedule (WINTER: Oct 1, 2025 thru Mar 31, 2026) Click HERE for Details The Women's Club Committee Activities Committee Signup Sheets are posted in the SEPO Library. DOWNLOAD (2025-2026 Winter) Mary Hull Women’s Club Activities Director 612-695-1600 mhull1055@gmail.com Back to Top * ***************************** SEPO: Daily/Weekly/Monthly Activities Overview (WINTER: Oct 1, 2025 thru Mar 31, 2026) SUNDAY: 4 - 6 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) 7 - 9 pm, PO KE NO (All Year: Weekly / Library) MONDAY: 8 - 11 am, Tennis (All Year: Mon, Wed, Fri / Tennis Court) 8:25 - 9:25 am, Water Aerobics: Session #1 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9 am - Noon, Woodshop open (as long as a monitor is present) (Winter: Mon thru Fri / Woodshop) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Session #2 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9:30 am - 12:30 pm, Line Dancing (Advanced) (All Year: Weekly / Retzlaff) 1 - 3 pm, Rock Painting Club (Monthly - 1st & 4th Monday - thru Mar 2026) / Retzlaff Hall) Calendar is HERE . 1 - 3:30 pm, Bridge (All Year / Card Room) 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (as long as a monitor is present) (Winter: Mon thru Fri / Woodshop) 4 - 6 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) 6:30 - 10 pm, Euchre (Winter: Sep-May/ Card Room) TUESDAY : 8:25 - 9:25 am, Water Aerobics: Session #1 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 8:30 - 11:30 am, Pickleball (All Year: Tue & Thu / Tennis Court) 8:30 -10 am, Men's Golf League: Tee Time #1 (Weekly in Winter / Golf Course) 9 am - Noon, Woodshop open (as long as a monitor is present) (Winter: Mon thru Fri / Woodshop) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Session #2 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 10:15 - 11:45 am, Men's Golf League: Tee Time #2 (Weekly in Winter / Golf Course) 10:30 - 11:45 am, Line Dancing (Beginners) (All Year: Weekly / Retzlaff) 12:30 - 2:30 pm, Billiards: Texas 8 Ball (All Year: Tue, Thu, Sat / Pool Room) 1 - 3:30, Mahjong (All Year / Card Room) 1 - 4 pm, Art Painting Club (Winters / Retzlaff) Calendar is HERE . 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (as long as a monitor is present) (Winter: Mon thru Fri / Woodshop) 4 - 6 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) 6:30 - 9 pm, Poker (Winter: Tue, Thu / Card Room) WEDNESDAY : 8 - 11 am, Tennis (All Year: Mon, Wed, Fri / Tennis Court) 8:25 - 9:25 am, Water Aerobics: Session #1 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9 am - Noon, Ladies' Golf Tee time (Winter: Weekly / Golf Course) 9 am - Noon, Woodshop open (as long as a monitor is present) (Winter: Mon thru Fri / Woodshop) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Session #2 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9:30 am - Noon, Bible Study (Private) (Winter (11-13-24 thru 03-26-25) / Card Room) 11 am - 2 pm - Sing and Play ( Private) (04-01-26 thru 02-03-27) / Gazebo) 1 - 4 pm, Bridge (All Year: Weekly / Library) 1 - 4 pm, Samba (All Year: Weekly / Card Room) 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (as long as a monitor is present) (Winter: Mon thru Fri / Woodshop) 4 - 6 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) 6 :3 0 - 9 pm, Mexican Train (Dominos) (All Year: Weekly / Card Room) THURSDAY : 8 am - Coffee & Donuts, (Winter: Mon thru Fri / Library) 8:3 0 - 11:30 am, Pickleball (All Year: Tue & Thu / Tennis Court) 8:25 - 9:25 am, Water Aerobics: Session #1 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9 am - Noon, Woodshop open (as long as a monitor is present) (Winter: Mon thru Fri / Woodshop) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Session #2 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9:30 am - 2 pm, Quilting: Killer Bees (All Year: Weekly / Retzlaff Hall) 12:30 - 2:30 pm, Billiards: Texas 8 Ball (All Year: Tue, Thu, Sat / Pool Room) 12:30 - 2:30 pm, Cards: Hand-Knee-Foot (All Year: Weekly / Card Room) 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (as long as a monitor is present) (Winter: Mon thru Fri / Woodshop) 4 - 6 pm, Happy Hour & Potluck (All year: Weekly / Retzlaff Hall) 4 - 9 pm, Happy Hour (finger food only) (All Year: Weekly / Pavilion) 4 - 6 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) 6:30 - 9 pm, Poker (Winter: Tue, Thu / Card Room) 6:30 - 8:30 pm, Stained Glass Class (Winter: Thu / Woodshop) FRIDAY : 8 - 11 am, Tennis (All Year: Mon, Wed, Fri / Tennis Court) 8:25 - 9:25 am, Water Aerobics: Session #1 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9 am - Noon, Woodshop open (as long as a monitor is present) (Winter: Mon thru Fri / Woodshop) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Session #2 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 10:30 am - 12:30 pm, Jokers (Card/Board Game) (All year: Weekly / Card Room) 1 - 3 pm, Table Tennis (Winter: Mon thru Fri / Retzlaff Hall) 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (as long as a monitor is present) (Winter: Mon thru Fri / Woodshop) 4 - 6 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) 6:30 - 8:30 pm, Open Games (All Year / Card Room) SATURDAY : 9 - 10 am, Saturday Golf Scramble (All Year: W eekly / Golf Course) 10 - Noon, Hand & Foot: Everyone (All Year: Weekly / Card Room) 12:30 - 2:30 pm, Billiards: Texas 8 Ball (All Year: Tue, Thu, Sat / Pool Room) 4 - 6 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) 6:30 - 9 pm, Mahjong (All Year: Daily / Card Room) 6:30 - 9 pm, Five Crowns (All Year: Daily / Card Room ) Back to Top SEPO: WC, Golf, Clubs & Committees and Special Events Ove rview (Winter: Oct 1, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026) View DETAILS of the Events Below by clicking on: WC or Golf or Club/Committees or Special O CT 2025 : 4 - Private Event (By a Resident / Retzlaff Hall) 21 - Oktoberfest (Women's Club / Pavilion Area & Retzlaff Hall ) 31 - Karaoke (Halloween Theme) (Special / Retzlaff Hall) NOV 2025: 7 - FREE Medicare 101 (Women's Club / Retzlaff Hall) 11 - Veterans Day (Women's Club / Retzlaff Hall) 27 - Thanksgiving Dinner (Women's Club / Retzlaff Hall) DEC 2025: 6 - Craft/Bake Sale & Raffle (Women's Club / Retzlaff Hall) 11 - Private Event (By a Resident / Retzlaff Hall) 25 - Christmas Dinner (Women's Club / Retzlaff Hall) 31 - NYE Party (Women's Club / Retzlaff Hall) JAN 2026 : 5 - Pop-Up Lunch (WC / Retzlaff Hall) 9 - Private Event (By a Resident / Retzlaff Hall) 13 - Cruise Meeting (By a Resident / Retzlaff Hall) 17 - New Homeowners' Party (Women's Club / R etzlaff Hall ) 20 - Spaghetti Dinner (Woodworkers / Retzlaff Hall) 21 - Karaoke (Special / Retzlaff Hall) 26 - Private: Wisconsin Party (By a Resident / Retzlaff Hall) 30 - Health Fair (Women's Club / Retzlaff Hall) CANCELLED 31 - Taste of Home (Women's Club / Retzlaff Hall) FEB 2026: 3 - CARDS: Sheephead Training (Resident / Retzlaff Hall) 4 - Women's Golf: Guest Day (Women's Golf League / Golf Course & Retzlaff Hall) (WEATHER DATE) 6 & 7 - Guys & Dolls Tournie (Golf Event / Golf Course) 7 - Guys & Dolls Tournie Awards (Golf Event / Retzlaff Hall) 10 - CARDS: Sheephead Training (Resident / Retzlaff Hall) 13 & 14 - Guys & Dolls Tournie (RAIN DATE) (Golf Event / Golf Course) N/A 14 - Guys & Dolls Tournie Awards (RAIN DATE) (Golf Event / Retzlaff Hall) N/A 14 - Valentines Day: Afternoon Delight (Women's Club / Retzlaff Hall) CANCELLED 18 - Private (By a Resident / Pavillion) 20 - Potato Bake (Women's Golf League / Retzlaff Hall) 22 - Murder Mystery (Women's Club / Library & Retzlaff Hall) 25 thru 27 - Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament (GNDGT) (Golf Event / Golf Course) 25 thru 26 - Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament (GNDGT) Lunch Stand (Women's Golf / Retzlaff Hall) 27 - Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament (GNDGT) HH & Dinner (Golf Event / Pavilion, Pool, Retzlaff Hall) MAR 2026: 2 & 3 - Men's Golf Tournament (Men's Golf League / Golf Course) 4 thru 6 - Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament (GNDGT) (RAIN DATE) (Golf Event / Golf Course) 4 thru 6 - Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament (GNDGT) Lunch Stand (RAIN DATE) (Women's Golf / Retzlaff Hall) 6 - Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament (GNDGT) HH & Dinner (RAIN DATE) (Golf Event / Pavilion, Pool, Retzlaff Hall) 10 - Men's Golf Awards / Party (Men's Golf League / Pavilion) 11 & 12 - Women 's Golf Tournament (Women's Golf League / Golf Course) 13 - Women's Golf Luncheon (Women's Golf League / Pavilion & Retzlaff Hall) 17 - St. Patrick's Party (Special / Retzlaff Hall) 18 & 19 - Women 's Golf Tournament (RAIN DATE) (Women's Golf League / Golf Course) 20 - Women's Golf Luncheon (RAIN DATE) (Women's Golf League / Pavilion & Retzlaff Hall) 21 - Variety Show (Women's Club / Retzlaff Hall) 23 - Private: Aqua Aerobics Luncheon (By a Resident / Pavilion) 28 - NW Fundraiser (NW / Retzlaff Hall) 31 - Sunshine Volunteers Luncheon (SEPO Board / Retzlaff Hall) APR 2026: 4 - End of Season Party (Women's Club / Retzlaff Hall) 5 - Easter Sunrise Services (Women's Club / Gazebo) CANCELLED Back to Top ****************************** SEPO: CLUBs & COMMITTEEs (20 25 - 2026) GOLF: MEN'S LEAGUE GOLF: WOMEN'S LEAGUE QUILTING (KILLER BEES) LINE DANCING (Beginners & Intermediate) NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH / CERT SEPO BOARD NOMINATING COMMITTEE SEPO BOARD ELECTION COMMITTEE SCCE FISHING ASSOCIATION SUNSHINE ART PAINTING CLUB SUNSHINE GARDEN CLUB SUNSHINE NATURE & BIRDING CLUB SUNSHINE ROCK PAINTING CLUB VETERANS' HONOR WALL WOODWORKERS WOMEN'S CLUB Women's Club Standing Committees: Activities Memorial Newsletter Editor Historian Kitchen Librarian Back to Top

Pictures from Various Activities Prior to Winter 2023-2024 Season Memorial Day Festivities (2023-05-29) WC: NYE Party (2022-12-31) WC: Caroling (2022-12-22) WC: Valley Voices (2022-12-20) Tennis/Pickleball Wind Screen Install (2022-12-11) WC: Halloween Parade Donations (2022-10-31) WC: Halloween Parade (2022-10-31) Memorial Day Festivities May 29, 2023 Memorial Day Festivities (2023-05-29) Golf Cart Parade Memorial Day Program & Potluck Hottub Enhancements May 2023 New Hottub Decor (05-2023) How many of you remember the Hobtub Decor from years ago? AND That Wood Gazebo and Fence? Golf Course Enhancements May 12, 2023 2023-May 12: Number 1 tee box - Added a Rules sign and widened the cart path. St. Pat's Day Party March 17, 2023 WC: NYE Party (2022-12-31) Women's Club: NYE Party - December 31, 2022 Happy New Year to Everyone. We hope you had a great time ushering in the New Year of 2023. During his travel from 2022 into 2023 "Father Time" took a time out to take a picture with some of the crowd. Presenting your WC: NYE Party Committee & their very 'willing to help with anything' significant others. Some other Sunshine Residents having a good time. WC: Caroling (2022-12-22) Women's Club: Caroling - December 22, 2022 And here they are ending the last song of the night. What a fun time !!! WC: Valley Voices (2022-12-20) Women's Club: Valley Voices Concert - December 20, 2022 Putting up the Wind Screen netting around the Tennis/Pickleball courts December 2022 Tennis/Pickleball Wind Screen Install (2022-12-11) Women's Club: Halloween Parade - October 31, 2022 WC: Halloween Parade Donations (2022-10-31) - Donations Collected - - Golf Cart Parade + - WC: Halloween Parade (2022-10-31) Back to Top

SEPO Activity/Meeting Room Request Print PROCESS From Here Print FORM From Here Activities Calendar: Current Season Activity-Mtg Request Process Activity-Mtg Request Form Click on the icon for the Calendar of Activities (2-Pager) for the current "Winter or Summer" Season Sunshine Activities/Meeting Room Request Process (Revision 5 dated August 7, 2023) - View/Print Request Process HE R E - “PRIORITY” of Activities/Meetings for Approval each year – Board and Residents Meetings. Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament & Awards Party/Banquet. Architectural Control Committee (ACC) Meetings. Women's Club Activities. Women’s/Men’s Golf ‘League’ Events. (First submitted are the first reviewed for approval.) Day(s)/Dates & Tee Time(s) Tournament Rewards Party All other activities/meetings. (First submitted are the first reviewed for approval.) Women's Club Meetings. Neighborhood Watch (NW) Meetings. All other activities (i.e., Other Golf events, Clubs, Quilters, Line Dancing, Cards etc). “WHEN” Activities/Meetings are Reviewed for Approval – NOTE: Anything “required” (2.a.) or any “other requests” (2.b.) for the next Winter Season , to be reviewed at the regular scheduled March Board Mtg, must be submitted to the SEPO Office by March 1 each year. Required to be submitted by March 1 each year: Board and Residents Meetings. Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament & Awards Party/Banquet. Architectural Control Committee (ACC) Meetings (are held year-round). Women's Club Activities. Can be submitted by March 1 each year for review at the March Board Mtg: Women’s Club Meetings. Neighborhood Watch (NW) Meetings. Women’s/Men’s Golf ‘League’ Events Day(s)/Dates & Tee Time(s) Tournament Rewards Party After the March Board Mtg each year, as soon as dates become available. (First submitted are the first reviewed for approval.) Items in 2.b. above (if not already submitted). All other activities/meetings (i.e., Other Golf events, Quilters, Line Dancing, Cards, etc). “PROCESS” for getting an Activity/Meeting request approved. Requestor: Obtain Activity/Meeting Room Request Form from: SEPO office or Document Slot in the Library or Sunshine Web site HERE Submit completed request form to the SEPO Office Mgr as per the priority/time requirements defined in “Item 2” above. If the request form is not ‘required’ in 2.a. above, it should be submitted at least three (3) days prior to the event, if possible. The form should contain as much information as the submitter is aware of at the time of requested approval. As additional details are finalized, such as the actual time of the event versus prep and cleanup times, this new/revised information needs to be supplied to the Office by submitting a revised request form, if possible. This will ensure event conflicts don’t occur and both the SEPO Calendar and the Sunshine website are updated/accurate. When an activity/meeting is cancelled please inform the SEPO Office. For example, a request had been submitted to play a particular card game for a three month period and the group decides to cancel this activity after two months. A revised activity request form will trigger this change to be reflected in both the SEPO Calendar and the website and let residents know the location is now available for others to use. SEPO Board: The Board formally approves/rejects requests submitted for review at the March Board Mtg each year (see 2.a. and 2.b. above). Again, any requests submitted for review at the March Board Mtg need to be in the SEPO Office before March 1 to give the Board time to review them prior to the March mtg. SEPO Office Mgr: March Board meeting – Ensures all requests to be reviewed at the March Board meeting are forwarded to the Board as soon as received in the office. After March Board meeting – Reviews all other requests as they are submitted to ensure the date(s) and time(s) requested do not conflict with anything already approved and scheduled. For these requests the SEPO Office may contact the Board Secretary and/or the SEPO Communications Manager to get questions answered, issues resolved and/or obtain advice concerning approval/rejection of the request. Approves/rejects and dates the request. Notifies the Requestor of ‘Acceptance’ or ‘Rejection’ (and reason why, if rejected) of the request. (The requestor should be provided with and file a copy of his/her accepted/rejected Request Form for his/her records.) Files the Request Form in the SEPO Office (either electronically or physically). Records/Updates the activity/meeting in the SEPO Office calendar. Ensures the Sunshine Website Manager receives the information to post on the website. “Changes” after Approval. As stated previously, the requestor should provide as much information as possible on the original request form. The form should include days/times for all three of the following, as applicable: activity preparation (decorating, cooking etc) the activity itself (i.e., dinner and dance) cleanup (taking down decorations, rearranging tables/chairs etc) NOTE: Please avoid simply requesting to reserve the area(s) where you are holding your event for the ‘entire day’ – unless you will truly be needing the area(s) from 12 AM to 11:59 PM. As additional details, days/times etc, become final or are changed, please submit a ‘revised’ Activity Request Form, and note on this revision, the date of the original request, which was sent to you when it was originally approved. “Timeframes” on Activity Requests. When you are requesting an area for a recurring activity i.e., Cards and you don’t know what timeframe you will be needing the area for, you may leave the end day/time blank or say ‘unknown’. This will be entered into the SEPO Calendar and the website with no end date. However, when/if you do stop holding the event, you need to complete a revised form so that the office knows your reserved area is now open for others to reserve. This will trigger the office to inform the website manager and will consequently keep the community informed of which activities are occurring at any time. There has been confusion in the past about whether an activity that only occurs during the winter season, i.e., a SEPO Club meeting or a particular card game, needs an Activity Request form completed for each winter season. The answer is ‘yes’. Do Not Assume your ‘winter only’ activity will remain in the SEPO Calendar and on the website during upcoming winter seasons without being approved again. There may be other circumstances not addressed in this process about when you do or don’t need to submit an Activity Request form. When in doubt, submit a form to the office. If there are questions concerning any of the above, please contact the SEPO Office. SEPO BOARD Back to Top Sunshine Activities/Meeting Room Request Form (Revision 4 dated July 5, 2023) - View/P rint Form HERE - Back to Top

Meetings: SEPO (2018-2019) Board of Directors and Informational Date Day Time Mtg Type Location 10-22-18 Mon 1:00 PM Board of Directors Pavilion Mtg Room 10-23-18 Tue 1:30 PM SEPO Informational Retzlaff Hall 11-12-18 Mon 1:00 PM Board of Directors Pavilion Mtg Room 11-13-18 Tue 1:30 PM SEPO Informational Retzlaff Hall 12-10-18 Mon 1:00 PM Board of Directors Library/Facebook 12-11-18 Tue 1:30 PM SEPO Informational Retzlaff Hall 01-07-19 Mon 1:00 PM Board of Directors Library/Facebook 01-08-19 Tue 1:30 PM SEPO Informational Retzlaff Hall 02-11-19 Mon 1:00 PM Board of Directors Library/Facebook 02-19-19 Tue 1:00 PM Annual Meeting Retzlaff Hall 03-18-19 Mon 1:00 PM Board of Directors Library/Facebook 03-19-19 Tue 1:30 PM SEPO Informational Retzlaff Hall SEPO Board Meetings on Facebook: A Facebook page has been created for SEPO Board Meetings. This is a controlled group so only SEPO residents will be able to tune in. You will need to go to Facebook, type in SEPO BOARD and ask to join the group. You will be accepted as long as you are a SEPO 'resident'. Please do this in advance of the meeting. Once you are accepted follow the directions below on the day of the meeting. INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO SEE BOARD MEETINGS ON YOUR COMPUTER, PAD OR SMART PHONE - Log into Facebook Search for SEPO BOARD. The SEPO BOARD facebook page should come up. There is a short delay before you will get the picture. To get sound, tap on the speaker icon at the bottom right of the picture. You can also make the picture larger by tapping on the arrow buttons. Meetings: Women's Club (2018-2019) Meetings are held 3rd Friday of each month Oct thru Mar, 9-10 AM, Retzlaff Hall. All Female Sunshine Residents & Renters are welcome and encouraged to attend. Coffee & Donuts are available for free. A prize is awarded to one lucky lady each month who is wearing their Sunshine Name Tag. Dates: 10-19-18 11-16-18 12-21-18 01-18-19 02-15-19 03-15-19 Meetings: Other Clubs & Committees (2018-2019) Sunshine Birding & Nature Club: Meetings are held the 1st Monday of each Month @ 7 PM in the Library. Open to all residents in the community. Neighorhood Watch: Meetings are held the 3rd Monday of each Month @ 3 PM in Retzlaff Hall. NOTE: The Jan 2019 Mtg is being moved to Jan 28 @ 3 PM in Retzlaff Hall. Open to all residents in the community. Woodworkers: Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Friday of each Month @ 1 PM in the Woodshop. Men's Golf League Business Meeting: Meetings are held every Tuesday following the 8:30 AM tee time group in Retzlaff Hall. Ladies Golf League Business Meeting: Meetings are held t he 3rd Wed of each month??, after golf, in Retzlaff Hall. Killer Bees Quilting: Meet briefly every week at 9 AM in Retzlaff Hall. Rest of the morning is spent working on projects. Memorial Committee: Meetings are held as needed. Back to Top

Women's Club Activities Committee Signup Sheets (2019-2020 These are the Women's Club Activities Committee Signup Sheets that were hanging on the WC Bulletin Board in the Library during the 2019-2020 Winter season. If you would like to volunteer to Co-Chair or be a helper on any of these committees, signup in the Library OR contact: Vickie Jones, Women’s Club Activities Director (262) 689-7068 or vickieljones51@gmail.com COMPLETE Eileen Anderson Vickie Jones COMPLETE Lenore Combs CANCELLED COMPLETE Cathy Chajec Terry DeBackere Deb Robins COMPLETE Lenore Combs COMPLETE Vickie Jones COMPLETE Mary Hendrickson CANCELLED Marian Young COMPLETE Need Co-Chairs CANCELLED Denise Utterback COMPLETE Eileen Anderson Pam Lacy COMPLETE Debbie Robins Vickie Jones COMPLETE Share Nelson Back When COMPLETE Lassey Dahlstrom You, Me & Alexa COMPLETE Cathy Chajec Linda Jones COMPLETE Back to Top

Golf Course Previous Info Golf Course The large beautiful common areas of Sunshine include a par 3, 9-hole golf course. (See Pictures at Bottom of Page) Sunshine is the Home of the Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament. It is free to play to all Residents and their Immediate Families. Guests can play for a nominal fee. There are both Ladies' and Men's Golf Leagues. Men play on Tuesday mornings. Ladies play on Wednesday mornings. Several Golf Scrambles are played on multiple Days & Times. Various Golf Tournaments are played throughout the year. Information below contains excerpts from the SEPO Policies & Procedures COMMON AREA The term ‘Common Area’ refers to all real property contained in Sunshine C ountry Club Estates and includes the golf course. GOLF COURSE The golf course may NOT be reserved for private parties. It may only be reserved for SEPO events, with SEPO Board approval. Sunshine Country Club Estates’ guests (not qualifying as immediate family members of owners) as well as ENCORE residents are required to pay green fees before starting play. ENCORE residents must wear their RV name badges and display the green fee tag on their golf bag. All golfers are required to have their own clubs and bag or other appropriate carrier. Foursomes are suggested when the golf course is busy except during league play. More than five should never play at one time. Play is required to start at the number one tee at all times from October 1st through April 30th. However, persons may join players already in progress as long as it is agreeable to those players and does not make more than a foursome. Use of a tee is required at all times when teeing off. Practice is not allowed on any part of the golf course except on the putting green by number one tee box. Keep riding carts on cart paths when teeing off and 20 feet from greens when possible and practical. Replace divots on tee boxes and fairways. Repair ball marks on greens. Do not trespass upon owner’s property at any time except to retrieve straying golf balls. Never hit the ball out of an owner’s yard. Do not rake for balls during active play. Everyone is required to wear appropriate clothing including shirts at all times on the golf course. No bicycles or motor scooters are allowed on the golf course. Anyone wishing to use a riding golf cart to play golf may do so by paying an annual Golf Course Improvement fee. A sticker must be purchased each year and placed in plain view on the windshield of the cart. All Golf Course Improvement Fees collected shall be used for the construction/continued maintenance and repair of: future/existing concrete golf cart pathways/trails, water features on the golf course, including, but not limited to, masonry walls of the golf course ponds and aeration pumps/fountains, water irrigation and pond lighting improvements. All of these improvements shall be located within the limits of the golf course. When the golf course is closed because of excessive rain accumulation or for maintenance procedures, signs will be posted in front of the Office and at the number one tee box. At times when the course does remain open there may be posted restrictions on the use of riding golf carts even though walkers are permitted. If in question, you should check the office area before proceeding to the first hole to play, in the event you are not starting on the number one tee in league play. The golf green fee for a temporary guest as defined under GUESTS is $2.00 to play in scramble for nine holes, which includes tournaments and guest days. The green fee for a temporary guest to play nine holes is $5.00. These fees are paid at the office. The golf green fee for an incidental guest as defined under GUESTS is $10.00 for nine holes and $15.00 for eighteen holes. This same fee will apply to residents of ENCORE. You may only enter or exit the golf course by means of a cart path, never from your backyard or a neighbor’s back yard. There are cart paths leading from each street to enter and exit the course. The course is for playing golf. It is not a shortcut from one street to another. The SEPO golf course is restricted during Men’s and Women’s Golf League play as follows: During the months from April 1 thru September 30 the SEPO golf course is restricted for: Tuesday Men’s League play from 8:30 to 10 AM. Wednesday Women’s League play from 8:30 to 10 AM. During the months from October 1 through March 31 the SEPO golf course is restricted for: Tuesday Men’s League play from 8 AM to Noon. Wednesday Women’s League play from 9 AM to Noon. If you are not participating in the Men’s or Women’s scheduled Golf League play, you must wait until the entire League play is completed before gathering to play. Golfers who wish to play ‘after League play has completed’ are requested not to stage at Hole #1, as this has shown to prevent League players from using the cart paths to advance on the course. Non-League golfers should gather on Michigan Avenue, away from the cart path, in anticipation of League play completion, in order to reduce congestion on Hole #1 tee box “Feeding ducks on the golf course is prohibited.” Per the TX Parks & Wildlife, it is an offense to feed or offer any wildlife or exotic wildlife unsecured in a manner that makes food available to wildlife or exotic wildlife unless specifically authorized. The feeding of birds can be permitted using feeders that contain food in a specific area. USE OF COMMON AREA Guests other than immediate family shall pay green fees for golfing. ENCORE (Sunshine RV Park) residents wearing their badges may use the golf course during open hours by filling out a green fee tag, displaying it on their bag and depositing the correct green fees in the mailbox used for collection located at Number One tee. All outdated green fee tags must be removed from their golf bag. Use of the golf course by ENCORE residents will be reviewed at least annually by the Board of Directors and will be restricted or eliminated if the Board finds the course is overcrowded or such restriction is needed for any other reason. Organizers of approved golf tournaments shall be allowed to invite persons other than owners to enter and play golf in tournaments subject to paying the appropriate green fees. In the event an Owner is the single owner/occupant of a home, then he or she is allowed to invite one guest to accompany him or her in the use of the common facilities at any time. GUESTS An incidental guest is defined as not being a member of your immediate family and who resides within a 50 mile radius. Guests who wish to play golf must be accompanied by the host resident and no more than three (3) guests may play with the resident. Such incidental guest is limited to no more than two occasions per year of use of the common facilities. Private party guests in Retzlaff Hall or the Lounge, Sunburst and the Pavilion are excluded from this rule. Greens fees are set forth under GOLF. A temporary guest is defined as not being a member of your immediate family and who resides outside of a 50 mile radius. Such temporary guest includes those staying with the owner in his home or elsewhere while visiting. If the guest is staying outside the resident’s home, the resident must accompany the guest while playing. This temporary guest is limited to use of the common facilities for no more than thirty consecutive days per year. Greens fees are set forth under GOLF. A badge is no longer required for in-house overnight guests who are entitled to use all facilities in the common area. All children under age 16 years must be accompanied by an adult. If your in-house guest wishes to play golf you must obtain a yellow tag which must be displayed on the golf bag. The tag must be returned to the SEPO office. If an owner wishes to pay for their house golf guest they may do so by keeping track of the number of times their guest plays and pay the proper amount after the guest leaves. PETS Pets are never allowed on the golf course. PROPERTY AND YARD MAINTENANCE No placement of any type of enhancement on the golf course area (flagpole, bird house, tree, shrub, flower, etc.) is allowed without approval of the SEPO Board. In order to control water pressure for the golf course, owners are prohibited from watering their own yards using Resaca water between the hours of 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. Noncompliance may result in the capping off of the Resaca water to their property. SMOKING REGULATIONS Smoking will be allowed on the Golf Course but no cigarette butts may be discarded on the grounds. Consideration should be given to nonsmokers if riding in the same golf cart. Extinguished cigarette butts may be placed in the cup holders used for broken tees. GOLF COURSE IMPROVEMENTS and OTHER INFO OVER THE PAST FEW MONTHS 2024-02-03: Golf Course Cart Path - If you see this on the golf course cart path, it’s an indication that you’re 50 yards from the center of the green. The one pictured is on # 4, but we’ll be adding more holes later this week. - Randy Davis: SEPO Board (from Facebook) 2024-02-03: Golf Course Cart Path - If you see this on the golf course cart path, it’s an indication that you’re 50 yards from the center of the green. The one pictured is on # 4, but we’ll be adding more holes later this week. - Randy Davis: SEPO Board (from Facebook) 2023-08-12: Golf Cart Street Crossings - We have added golf cart street crossings on Indiana Circle (from hole 4 to 5) and Michigan (from hole 5 to 6). Street signs have been ordered. - Randy Davis, SEPO Board Golf Course Director 2023-07-19: Sunshine Golf Course Improvement: New Fountain - New water fountain on the number seven pond. Hopefully, this will help with the algae situation. - Randy Davis 2023-05-23: Golf: Aerating the Greens - It appears the weather will cooperate this week to allow us to begin aerating the greens. We will start around Wednesday noon and should be completed by Friday afternoon. The course will be open, but please play around the workers. - Randy Davis, Golf Course Director 2023-04-20: Golf Course Maintenance - All of the following information is contingent on the weather (rain, wind conditions, etc.): At noon Wednesday, April 26, we will begin aerating the greens. We will be completed Friday afternoon. The course will be playable, but the greens will be rough and you will need to skip holes that are being actively worked. Throughout the next few months, on Thursday mornings (while it’s still dark), we will be spraying turf management solution. This is purchased at Home Depot over the counter. It helps with our grass and as a side by-product helps kill mosquitos where they breed. It does not affect ornamentals, roses, flowers, shrubs, trees, fruits, citrus, and vegetables. If you don’t drink it, it’s safe for humans and pets. It has a smell to remind you to be extra aware for you and your critters. Also as needed, there will be periodic spraying to kill clover and encroaching carpet grass in small sections of the course. Thank you for your patience. - Randy Davis Golf Course Director 2023-01-16: Golf course bridge closure - This is to advise that Wednesday (1/18/23) at noon, the bridge from the # 1 green to the # 2 tee box will be closed. You will be directed to go in front of the # 3 green and up # 2. The bridge will be reopened Thursday morning. - Randy Davis, Golf Course Director 2022-11-17: 2023 HOA Assessments - The Golf Course Improvement Fee of $25.00 for Golf Cart Permit will remain the same for 2023. - SEPO Board 2022-10: SEPO Newsletter - The course is shaping up nicely. Manny and Joe have done an excellent job of maintaining the area, especially during long drought times and lack of irrigation water. Each time you play, think about leaving the course nicer than you found it. All of us, golfers and non-golfers, should want a nice course to see and play. Any help you bring will be appreciated. Any questions or concerns, please let me know. - Remember, a good golf partner is one who's always a little bit worse than you are. - Randy Davis, SEPO Golf Course Director 2022-08-15: Golf Course: Looks Great - Manny and Joe have done a great job at keeping our golf course green. It’s a beautiful thing and great to play on! - Randy Davis SEPO Board - Golf Course Director Back to Top

Common Area of Pool, Hot tub and Pavilion. Pool - Hot tub - Pavilion The open air Pavilion next to the Pool and Hot tub plays host to many neighborhood gatherings and parties. The pool is always available for Swimming, Sunbathing and Just enjoying the company of Friends & Neighbors. The Hot tub, which is right next to the pool, provides the opportunity to relax and also helps with the following, just to name a few: ** Relieving Stress ** ** Easing Muscle Tension ** ** Improving Sleep ** What a calm soothing place to be at night. Pool-Hot tub-Pavilion at night Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied See the result of Pool Shower renovations. Hot tub: Years Ago 2026 Various Updates over the past few years on the Pool - Hot tub - Pavilion Sent 2026-07-21: Hot tub - (Facebook on July 17: From Pat Heinerikson) One of the hot tub motors overheated, but was found in time before it was damaged. We have shut down the hot tub. We are going to put in an electric protection system that will protect these motors from any future mishaps, hopefully. I have decided, now would be a great time since the system is down anyway, to turn off the heater, do the repairs to protect the pumps, drain the system, allow the tub itself to bake in the South Texas Sun for a week, while taking up the flaking coating that we applied last year. Then reapply a new coating to the clean, dry hot tub surface and have it ready for everyone when they come down this fall. That being said I will begin draining the hot tub on Monday (July 20). It will be closed for at least a week because it’ll be empty. The pool is fully functional, so enjoy the cool pool and eventually the hot tub will be open soon. (Facebook on July 20: From Pat Heinerikson) Quick update; the hot tub has been drained. We will let it air out and dry in the hundred degree weather the remainder this week and maybe, depending on the weather, reinstall a new coating to the hot tub. We will be sanding and scraping this entire week. Sent 2025-10-26: Pool Heater - (From Facebook) The swimming pool heater is showing multiple codes and not functioning. It will be cool to swim in, but you can still use it. I found the pool pump room unlocked after I personally locked it yesterday. I don’t know how many people have keys. This will also be addressed. Thank you for your patience. Hopefully, this would be a quick easy repair. We will find out tomorrow. - Pat Heinerikson, SEPO Board Sent 2025-10-19: UPDATE: Pool & Hot tub - For those of you who not yet aware, both the Pool and the Hot tub are now in working condition, so come on over and enjoy. FYI - Be careful entering the hot tub as the edges of the steps are slippery. We will address this asap. So, in the meantime, please be careful getting in and out of the hot tub. - Pat Heinerikson, SEPO Board Sent 2025-10-08: UPDATES: Pool & Hot tub Closures - On Facebook - from Oct 4, 2025 per Pat Heinerikson, SEPO Board 11:29 AM Update to the pool and hot tub. I believe I was very optimistic to say that it would be open on Monday the small amount of rain that we got today along with the water back draining into the hot tub in the pool has been detrimental to our timeframe as we need to have dry surface for the paint and product to adhere to still have tiling and tuckpointing to do around the pool and painting to do inside the pavilion the heater that was supplied to us for the hot tub was incorrect, and a commercial unit will be delivered either Wednesday or Thursday for the hot tub so timeframe wise moving forward hopefully planning on the pool to be open Tuesday or Wednesday. I will update when it is open the hot tub to be open Thursday Friday I will update sorry about the inconvenience but during the short timeframe, we can all enjoy everything being new and sparkly moving forward. 11:42 AM We have purchased a new drainage system to go around the outside of the pool and in between the pool and the hot tub. It is an obvious need of replacement, a majority of this drainage product has broken and separated from itself, adding to the ground water that we are having to deal with. This is also part of us redoing the pool for a long-term solution. Thank you for your patience. Sent 2025-10-03: UPDATES - Pool & Hot tub Closures - Hi All - This is Beth Parrish. I just now saw this: On Facebook - from Oct 1, 2025 per Pat Heinerikson, SEPO Board Bad news the pool supply sent us a residential model not the model that we ordered the model that we ordered won’t be in till Wednesday so the hot tub will probably be open on Thursday of next week, but hopefully everything else will be ready by Monday. God willing And so the repairs and updates have begun hopefully the weather will hold out and it’ll all be ready by Monday. Thank you for your patience. Sent 2025-09-30: Pool Closure - Due to the extensive repairs needed on the pool, hot tub, and pavilion area. We will close the pool starting October 1 through and including Sunday the fourth. Weather permitting we will be open for business on Monday the fifth. Included are some pictures to show the tripping hazards and wear and tear that have accumulated over the years. Sorry about the inconvenience. We’re planning on getting this ready for the influx of our returning winter Texans. Please avoid this work area during this timeframe thank you. - (From Facebook) Pat Heinerikson, SEPO Board Sent 2025-01-01: Pool has been reopened - Our pool has been reopened. - Tony Adams, SEPO Board Sent 2024-12-30: Pool Closing again - Our pool will be closed until around noon Wednesday, Jan 1st. It is being treated. - Tony Adams, SEPO Board Sent 2024-12-28: Pool is reopened - Our pool has been reopened. - Tony Adams, SEPO Board Sent 2024-12-27: Pool Closing - Our pool is being treated and temporarily closed. Will be tested tomorrow to make sure it’s ok to reopen. - Tony Adams, SEPO Board Sent 2024-07-11: Pool Reopening - POOL AND HOT TUB Because of the rain we had yesterday afternoon, there has been a slight delay in getting the pool opened. Lalo and Lupe have been working very hard to get things back in shape and we appreciate all they have been doing. The delay will be just this morning (Thursday) and then everything should be ready by noon today. So by Thursday noon (the 11th) the pool and hot tub should be good to go!!! Again, Hats off to Lalo and Lupe!! Thank you!!!!!!!!!!! - Jim Kennedy SEPO Board Sent 2024-06-28: Closure of Pool areas - Weather pending maintenance/installation of new handrail by the pool stairs and pool deck repainting will be going on. Due to work being done, that area of the pool will be closed July 8, 9, and 10th. Thanks in advance for your support and understanding. Tony Adams (SEPO Board) Email Sent 2024-01-25: Last Pool Update - Pool Update: Water temp as of 9:00 am was 86 degrees. Good to go. Enjoy!!! - Jim Kennedy, SEPO Board Email Sent 2024-01-24: Wednesday pool update - Pool update as of 4:45 Wednesday, January 24, 2024. - Heater is running, thanks again to Lalo, and water temps are on the way up. Right now water temp is 73 on the way up to 90. Hopefully, most of that will take place during the evening. Will check again in the morning, and let folks know. Thank most of you for your patience and enjoy the pool again. - Jim Kennedy, SEPO Board Email Sent 2024-01-19: pool update - A quick update on the pool situation!! A new heater has been ordered------because of the weather all over the country, they are in demand!! We have one coming in from Phoenix and should be here by Wednesday. We will try to have it installed as quickly as possible, so hopefully it will be up and running by the end of next week. Thank you for your patience and the way this weather has been, haven’t noticed a line of folks trying to get into the pool. Hot tub is working Great!!!!! Will keep you up to date. - Jim Kennedy, SEPO Board Email Sent 2024-01-18: pool heater - Just a quick note to let everyone know the heater for the pool is giving us some problems. The pool temp might be a little chilly for the next few days. Will be taken care of a quickly as possible. - Jim Kennedy, SEPO Board Email Sent 2023-09-16: pavilion floor - Hi! Hope everyone is having a fantastic summer!! Starting next Monday. September 18th, the Pavilion will be closed because we are going to refinish the floor. This should take most of the week and again thank you for your patience. Something to look at when you all (Y’all) return!! - Jim Kennedy Email Sent 2023-07-17: Pool Jets - Hi pool users. Need your help!! The jets in the pool are adjusted to make the skimmers work more efficiently. They steer any floating objects like leaves towards the skimmers. If you try adjusting these jets it just cuts the way the water is moving towards the skimmers. We would like to ask you to leave the jets in the position they are in now. Thank you and your cooperation is much appreciated. - Jim Kennedy Email Sent 2023-06-30: Pool Update - Hi Everyone! Quick update on the pool area. As of this afternoon the new equipment will have been installed. This involves a new, and much needed heater for the hot tub. The old one was not reliable so this should solve our problem and give us even heat in the hot tub. Also, there will be a new sand filter for both hot tub and pool. Sand will give us a better filtering system and be more efficient. This will not only give us a better filtering system, but make the chemicals do a better job. Lalo did his usual great job in the installation. Pat him on the back when you see him!!! Everyone have a Safe 4th!!!!!!! - Jim Kennedy Pic from 2023-05: Hot tub after cleaning - Email Sent 2023-05-20: Pool Update (Saturday May 20) - Hi: A Saturday morning update on pool. Pool is ready to use---Enjoy!! The hot tub can be used, but the jet are off! The motor that runs the jets is the one that has parts ordered. Hopefully by Monday!!! Thanks everyone for your patience. - Jim Kennedy Email Sent 2023-05-19: Pool Update - Hi: Quick progress report on pool and hot tub!! There was a tear in one of the filters and that has been ordered. Lalo has worked his tail off switching filters to get things in line as quickly as possible. To get things done the “right way” – let’s put off using the pool for another day. When I get the green light, I’ll let you know. Hope it will be worth the wait!!! Thanks again for you patience. - Jim Kennedy Email Sent 2023-05-19: Pool Update - FYI - Jim sent this to me yesterday at 4 PM but I was unable to get it sent out. Beth ******************* Hi: Because of weather and some glitches that have popped up with filters and pumps, am sorry to say the pool and hot tub will not be open Friday. The good news is that both the hot tub and pool look great! With the addition of some chemicals and tender care everything should be soon back to normal. Thank you everyone for your patience while this is being done!!!!! - Jim Kennedy Email Sent 2023-05-09: Pool and Hot Tub Closed - Pool And Hot Tub will be Closed for Cleaning Pool and Hot Tub Is going to be completely drained and cleaned with Acid Solution next week Mon-Thurs May 15-18. We will update you on Thursday with the status of Maintenance. Thank you - Jim Kennedy Email Sent 2023-03-06: Pool Cleaner - Good Morning: We have acquired a Robotic Pool Cleaner. We gave it a test run early this morning and it looks like it is going to do a great job. The cleaner will run when no one is in the pool. Therefore, it will do its’ work in the middle of the night. The cleaner will be set up and put in the pool at approximately 9:00 pm. It is OK to be in the pool at this time, just be careful of the cords. At about 4:00 am the cleaner will start and run for about 2 ½ hours. Lupe will then be here to remove the cleaner from the pool. During that run time, please stay out of pool. Thank you very much for you cooperation. This does not involve the hot tub, so that can be used as usual. It is in the plan to give the hot tub a special cleaning, and you will hear more about that later. Thanks again - Jim Kennedy Email Sent 2023-03-02: NO GLASS CONTAINERS IN POOL OR PAVILION AREA - Attention to all Residents: The above is a reminder that is posted in the area of the swimming pool and pavilion. There are to be no glass containers brought into this area. This is for obvious reasons. For your safety and others, this is a rule that MUST be followed. If glass drops and shatters, which it does, and you are barefoot, you will very much regret stepping on it. It is almost impossible to completely clean up and if it goes into the pool or hot tub, they must be drained and cleaned. Known offenders will be made accountable. - SEPO Board Email Sent 2023-03-01: Pool Closure this Saturday - As you all know, the Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament starts Thursday morning and concludes Saturday evening with a Happy Hour (HH) in the pool/pavilion area followed by an awards dinner in Retzlaff Hall. Starting with setup for the HH and until everyone has entered the hall for dinner, the pool/pavilion area will be closed to only those participating in the tournament festivities. We are looking at a closure from 3-6 PM Saturday. Thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation. - Tony Tramel, GNDGT Chairperson Back to Top

Quilting: Killer Bees Meeting/Sewing Schedules: Winter 2026-2027: The Quilters will be getting together this season in Retzlaff Hall on Thursday's from 9:30 to 11 AM on Sep 3, 2026 thru May 27, 2027. On the following days they will be staying in the hall until 3:30 PM to sew: 12-10-2026 01-07-2027 01-14-2027 01-21-2027 02-04-2027 02-18-2027 03-04-2027 Please watch for notices indicating if any of the above sewing dates are changed. - Jan Baethke 956-357-2218 Meeting Schedule: Winter 2025-2026: The Quilters will be meeting this season from 09-04-2025 thru 05-21-2026. The below is from the SEPO Calendar. - Jan Baethke 956-357-2218 Newsletter 2025-10: Thursday Morning Quilting Club - The Killer Bees, Thursday morning quilters will have their first meeting of this season at 9AM on October 2nd. Our first project will be to make pillowcases for the kids at one of the elementary schools in town. A project in association with our Women's Club. Come and check us out! We're NOT your Grandmother's quilting group! Other projects through the season are a fabric woven basket, hexagon placemats, a casserole cozie, and a few days to gather and sew on your own projects. Call or text me with any questions... - Jan Baethke, (956) 357-2218 ALL OF THE INFO BELOW IS FROM YEARS PREVIOUS TO "WINTER 2025-2026". Meeting Schedule for Winter 2023-2024: On the following days the Quilters will be staying in Retzlaff Hall until 3pm: 10/26 11/30 1/4 1/25 2/1 No Meeting 2/22 3/21 - Jan Baethke 956-357-2218 Sent 2023-03-16: Killer Bees Quilting: Outside Quilt Show - Saturday, March 18th is National Quilting Day and for that our Sunshine quilters will have an outside quilt show! Take a walk or drive around our neighborhood and even into Sunshine Encore RV Park to see the beautiful quilts we have made. Interested in making some of these beauties? Come and join us Thursday mornings at 9:30 in Retzlaff Hall. - Jan Baethke Newsletter 2023-03 - Killer Bees Quilting Saturday, March 18th is National Quilting Day and for that our Sunshine quilters will have an outside quilt show! Take a walk or drive around our neighborhood and even into Sunshine Encore RV Park to see the beautiful quilts we have made. Interested in making some of these beauties? Come and join us Thursday mornings at 9:30 in Retzlaff Hall. - Jan Baethke (2021-04 Newsletter) From the Killer Bees - Continuing with the “new normal”, the Killer Bees (a quilting group that isn’t like your grandmother’s quilting group) are still meeting via ZOOM each Thursday morning at 9 AM. If you'd like to "ZOOM" with us at 9 AM most Thursdays, let Jan Baethke ( janb5099@yahoo.com ) know and she'll email you the link. Our ZOOM meetings cover conversations about what's happening with the Covid-19 issue, and some “Show and Tell” of what we've sewn in the past week. Sometimes we'll have a quilt-related demo. I AM getting our new schedule together...with fingers crossed that we WILL be meeting in person at Retzlaff Hall next Fall, Thursday mornings at 9 AM. Here's a few of our activities for next winter: A No Sew Star Tree Ornament; Making fabric from your fabric scraps called Mile-A-Minute; a chopped fabric landscape; always a fun Mystery Quilt project; and maybe something with Jelly-Rolls!! You just have to come and see what that we do with Jelly-Rolls!! Hope to "see" you Thursday mornings. If you have any questions, call or text 956-357-2218 (Be sure to let me know in a text who you are). Jan Baethke (2019-12-01 Newsletter) KILLER BEES - Come and see what the Thursday morning quilting group - The Killer Bees - is busy doing! FYI...We are not your "Grandmother's quilting group!! Coming up in December we will be sewing a Poncho using fleece. We don't sew every Thursday, but we do have a very busy schedule with lots of fun and interesting projects to try. We start at 9AM in Retzlaff Hall with a very casual and short meeting reviewing what's coming up on our schedule, and then have “Show and Tell”. If we do have a day of sewing, we usually sew into the early afternoon. Any questions??? then call Jan Baethke or Diane Tewell. ************************************************************** Event: Quilt Show (via Cart, Car, Bike or Foot) Date: 04-13-2020 Day: Monday Club: Killer Bees Quilters Details: See details and pictures below. *************** YOU'RE INVITED: Outdoor Quilt Show On Monday, April 13 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, the Killer Bees will try to bring some cheer to Sunshine Estates. We will be having an outdoor, drive-by (walk-by, bicycle-by) Quilt Show. Please keep in mind that this is for Estates residents only and please keep in mind social distancing. With the new Cameron County rules, face masks are needed if you are outdoors. Also, keeping safety in mind, PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH THE QUILTS . Even if you have not registered with us, you are welcome to join us by hanging a quilt on your porch, etc. Below you will see just a FEW of the beautiful quilts that were on display. Click HERE to see many, many more. Back to Top

SEPO Residents Meeting Agendas & Videos (10-01-2024 thru 03-31-2025) (Winter Season) Res Mtg: 2025-03-11 "Res & Dir" Mtg: 2025-01-07 Res Mtg: 2024-12-10 Copy of Res Mtg: 2024-11-13 Res Mtg: 2024-10-08 RESIDENTS MEETING: Tue, Mar 11, 2025 @ 1 PM "RESIDENTS & DIRECTORS" MEETING: Mon, Jan 7, 2025 @ 1 PM Residents' Portion Only RESIDENTS MEETING: Tue, Dec 10, 2024 @ 1 PM RESIDENTS MEETING: Tue, Nov 13, 2024 @ 1 PM RESIDENTS MEETING: Tue, Oct 8, 2024 @ 1 PM Back to Top

Dates/Days/Time for all recurring mtgs from Apr 2023 thru Oct 2024. Various Meetings Info SEPO Board of Directors and Residents (Apr 2024 thru Mar 2025) When you see 'Hybrid' the meeting is in both Retzlaff Hall & on Google Meet. Date Day Time Mtg Type Location 10-07-24 Mon 1:00 PM Board (Regular) Hybrid 10-08-24 Tue 1:00 PM Residents Hybrid 10-29-24 Tue 12:00 PM Board (Special) Hybrid 11-12-24 Tue 1:00 PM Board (Regular) Hybrid 11-13-24 Wed 1:00 PM Residents Hybrid 12-09-24 Mon 1:00 PM Board (Regular) Hybrid 12-10-24 Tue 1:00 PM Residents Hybrid 01-06-25 Mon 1:00 PM Board (Regular) Hybrid 01-07-25 Tue 1:00 PM Residents & Directors Hybrid Required to be held during first week in January (Announce Nominations) 02-10-25 Mon 1:00 PM Board (Regular) Hybrid 02-18-25 Tue 1:00 PM Annual Shareholders Hybrid Required to be held the third Tuesday in February (Quorum Determination) 02-18-25 Tue 3:00 PM Annual Shareholders Hybrid Required to be held third Tuesday in February (Results of Election Announced) 02-18-25 Tue Aft 3:00 PM 1st 2025 Board (Regular) Hybrid Required to be held immediately or asap after the Annual Shareholders mtg 02-24-25 Mon 1:00 PM Board (Special) Hybrid 03-10-25 Mon 1:00 PM Board (Regular) Hybrid 03-11-25 Tue 1:00 PM Residents Hybrid Board & Residents Back to Top Women's Club (Winter: 2024-2025) Meetings are normally held: Women's Club Board members for 2024-2025 can be found HERE . The 3rd Friday of each month: Oct thru Mar In Retzlaff Hall @ 9am -10am All Female Sunshine Residents & Renters are welcome and encouraged to attend. Coffee & Treats are available for free. Women's Club Mtg Dates: 10-18-24 11-15-24 12-20-24 01-17-25 02-21-25 03-21-25 Back to Top Other Clubs & Committees Other Clubs & Committees (Apr 2024 thru Mar 2025 Architectural Control Committee (ACC): (Terry Lacy) Meetings are held year-round the 1st & 15th of each Month @ 1 PM in the Library. If these days fall on a weekend or holiday, they are held the next business day. Birding & Nature Club: (Tom Stone) Meetings are held the 1st Monday of each Month (Nov thru Mar ) @ 7 PM in the Library. Open to all residents/renters in the community. Fishing Association : (Bill Peterson) Meetings are held 2nd Wednesday of each month (Nov thru Apr) at 6 PM via Google Meet and Retzlaff Hall (Only in Retzlaff Hall during Winter Season). Open to all residents/renters in the community. Garden Club: (Susanne Ulrich) Meetings are held 2nd Tuesday of each month (Nov Thru Mar) at 6:30 PM in Retzlaff Hall. Open to all residents/renters in the community. Gift & Memorial Committee: (Vickie Jones) Meeting Day/Date/Time etc. vary. Golf League Business Meeting (Ladies): (Dana Szretter) Meetings are held the 3rd Wednesday of each month (Nov thru Mar) in Retzlaff Hall. Golf League Business Meeting (Men): (Matt Lyne & Jerry Wetherbee) Meetings are held every Tuesday during the Winter Season following the 8:30 AM tee time play in Retzlaff Hall. Neighborhood Watch (NW): (Lenore Combs) Meetings are held year-round the 3rd Monday of each Month @ 3 PM in Retzlaff Hall. Open to all residents/renters in the community. Quilters (Killer Bees): (Jan Baethke) Meetings are held on Thursday during the Winter Season in Retzlaff Hall starting at 9:00 AM: until noon - if we don't sew. until 2 PM - i f we do sew. Rock Painting Club: (Cathy Richmond & Anita Spencer) Classes are held the 1st & 4th Monday of each Month from 1 pm to 3 pm in Retzlaff Hall. Open to all residents/renters in the community and immediate 'adult' family members. Woodworkers: (Nancy Lyne) Meetings are held the 2nd Friday of each Month @ 1 PM during the Winter Season (Oct thru Mar) in the Woodshop. Back to Top

WC Activity Directory Responsibilities (Updated January 1, 2022) Set a ‘next season’ Event Planning meeting date within the first 10 days in February each year. Reserve a meeting room/area for 20-25 people for 1½ to 2 hrs. Select a committee of planners. The more people, the more ideas for the next season. Send out invites to those selected. Ask them to come to the meeting with event ideas. The attendee list should include: a. Women's Club Officers b. Women’s Golf President c. Past Chairpersons of events d. Those you feel would contribute e. This is also a good time to start involving New Homeowners. Have a blank calendar available to hand out to all participants. a. List any known events on the calendar - 1) SEPO has priority with: a) 1st - Board & Residents meetings b) 2nd - Good Neighbor Golf Tournament 2) Women’s Club Activities have the next priority a) You should try and work around the following – i) Harlingen concert series (Lassey may be able to help with this.) ii) Sunshine RV Park (Encore) Concerts (check with Encore Activities Director) iii) Sunshine RV Park (Encore) Events (Lenore Combs may be able to help with this.) 6. Women's Club By-laws require one event every month from October through March. 7. At the meeting: a. Get ideas for every event. If a theme is required/desired for an event (such as the New Homeowners’ Party) it is the Chairperson(s) choice to determine theme. b. Set dates for every event. c. Try to get Chairpersons finalized at the meeting or get suggestions of Chairpersons to follow up with. 8. The Women's Club President must submit the Events with their Dates to the SEPO Board (by the deadline the board specifies, which is normally the March Board Meeting ) for approval. 9. After approved – a. The Activity Director puts the events in: i. a SEPO Community E-Mail (sepoenews@gmail.com ) ii. the SEPO Inside Sunshine Newsletter (seponewsletter@gmail.com ) b. The SEPO Web site administrator posts the information on the web (www.sunshinecountryclub.com ). 10. When the Chairpersons have volunteered, give them each a copy of the Women's Club Activity Committee Guidelines & Checklist documents . a. Copies of these are available in the Women’s Club file cabinet in the SEPO office and on the SEPO Web site Guidelines & Checklist page. 11. Be sure to attend each event’s first committee planning session and as many meetings after that as you feel necessary. 12. Committee Signup Sheets (in the library) - a. Current season’s sheets - i. Leave all sheets posted until after the last event of the season. ii. After an event is complete, put an ‘Event Completed Successfully’ sign over the committee signup sheet. iii. After the last event of a season take down the original sheets and - 1) Put the original sheets in each event’s documentation folder in the Women's Club File Cabinet. 2) Put one copy in each event’s documentation folder maintained by the Activity Director. 3) Give one copy to the Historian for her records. b. Next season’s sheets - i. Create the sheets as soon as events/dates have been approved. (LaDonna Harvey is usually willing to create these.) ii. Post them in the library as soon as the current season’s sheets are removed and send an e-mail to encourage volunteers to sign up. iii. Update information on the sheets as called for (changes in Chairpersons, Themes etc.) Print From Here Back to Top

SEPO Board Meetings ( Regular & Special) & Executive Sessions (Agendas - Recordings - Minutes) (04-01-2025 thru 09-30-2025) (Summer Season) Bd Mtg (Spec): 2025-07-15) Bd Mtg (Reg): 2025-04-07 BOARD MEETING (Special): Tue, Jul 15, 2025 @ 11 AM Back to Top BOARD MEETING (Regular): Mon, Apr 7, 2025 @ 1 PM Back to Top

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Art Painting Club New Sunshine Club approved by the SEPO Board at the July 15, 2025 Board Meeting Contact: Janee Bledsoe or Jane Meehan Meets: Tuesdays 1:00-4:00 Location: Retzlaff Hall Participants: Open to all residents and renters at Sunshine Estates Cost: $0 Details: Welcome to all artists who wish to gather and paint together. Bring your own supplies and projects. Also bring a table covering to protect the table (garbage bag or old table cloth). Calendar: Winter 2025-2026 November 4 November 18 November 25 December 2 December 16 December 23 December 30 January 6 January 13 January 20 January 27 February 3 February 10 February 24 March 3 March 24 March 31 April 7 April 14 April 21 April 28 Mtg Info + Other Club News & Events Sent 2026-01-26: REMINDER: Pour painting class - From Facebook 01-26-2026: Don’t forget about the art class in the hall tomorrow January 27th at 1pm. There will be a pour painting class. You can also bring whatever you’re working on!! - Janee Bledsoe Newsletter 2025-12: The Art Painting Club has started here at Sunshine Estates. We had 9 (nine) artists gather for our first meeting. All levels of artistic abilities are welcome. Bring your own supplies or share them with a friend. This club is a “work in progress”, with talks of many ideas in the weeks to come! Come be a part of the fun! We meet in Retzlaff Hall every Tuesday 1:00-4:00. Hosted by…… Jane Meehan, 218-393-7611 Email: janemeehan99@yahoo.com Janee Bledsoe, 956-207-4318 Newsletter 2025-11: If you like to dabble in watercolor, acrylic or oil paints, let’s get together to create art! The club will meet on Tuesdays from 1:00pm-4:00pm in Retzlaff Hall. Bring your own supplies and a table cover to protect your workspace. Our first gathering will be Tuesday, November 18. If you have questions, please contact Janee Bledsoe or Jane Meehan. See you there! Jane Meehan, 218-393-7611 Email: janemeehan99@yahoo.com Janee Bledsoe, 956-207-4318 SEPO Email Sent 2025-11-30: Art Painting Club, is in session weekly - From Beth Parrish: With help from the club creators, Janee Bledsoe and Jane Meehan, I have created an "Art Painting Club" web page under the "AMENITIES" tab HERE for them. It currently shows the Winter 2025-2026 scheduled dates and other info from the Newsletters and SEPO Emails. Between this page and the page at the link above combined, they should show you everything I know about this new Club to date. Keep that info and pictures coming ladies and I bet you'll have that hall filled up soon. From Facebook on Nov 25, 2025 (Janee Bledsoe) Come join us every Tuesday 1pm for a painting/art class where we have fun and plenty of giggles! We have lots of supplies. Back to Top

Women's Club Meeting Minutes (2018-2019 Winter Season Go directly to the Minutes you are looking for by clicking on the Year/Month combination. Top of Page 2019-03 WC Minutes 2019-02 WC Minutes 2019-01 WC Minutes 2018-12 WC Minutes 2018-11 WC Minutes 2018-10 WC Minutes Bottom Of Page 2019-03 WC Minutes Back to Top ******************************************************************************** Minutes of Women’s Club Meeting March 15, 2019 The meeting was called to order at 9:00 am by President Eileen Anderson. Sally Dronen led us in prayer. OFFICERS REPORTS Vice President Janis McFee reported 7 get well cards, 2 sympathy cards and 1 thinking of you card have been sent since the February meeting. The minutes of the February 15, 19 meeting were read by Secretary Linda Almond. The minutes will stand approved as read. Cathy Richmond presented the treasurer’s report stating Total Income as $6168.60, Total Expenses of $5536.93 and the bank balance is $26,155.40. The report will be filed for audit. New Residents There were no new residents present at today’s meeting. COMMITTEE REPORTS Lenore Combs reported on the Neighborhood Watch activities; the next Neighborhood Watch meeting will be March 18th at 3:00 p.m. She announced the following: There will be a class on “active shooter” in the future; details will be announced at a future date. AED maintenance tests have been completed. Best practices for the Vendors program are being reviewed. A new form has been designed for personal medical information to be placed in a red envelope; this replaces the Vial of Life form; this will be proposed to the SEPO board at a cost of approximately $90.00. A South Texas All Hazards Conference will be held March 27-28 in the McAllen Convention Center. Vickie Jones reported on the following: The Ronald McDonald charity dance held last night has netted $1400 with more donations coming in. A planning meeting for activities for next season (October 2019 through March 2020) will follow this meeting; the planned activities need to be presented to the SEPO Board next Monday. Casino Night Report: Dale Hopfner and Sherri Gardener thanked everyone for their participation in Casino Night; they noted this activity has generated over $20,000 over the past six years for the Women’s Club. Old Business Deb Robbins stated the Media System is installed and functional; information and instructions for use are on the SEPO web site. She indicated that if deemed necessary tan covers for the TV’s can be purchased for approximately $30.00 each. President Anderson thanked Deb and her committee for working on this project. Lassey Dahlstrom continues to work on the video presentation of SSCE activities. There will be another committee meeting next Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. She stated it is an evolving project and hopefully it will be completed on the target date of March 2020. New Business Last month there was an inquiry regarding developing a SEPO photo directory; to date, volunteers for a chairperson and committee members have not come forth.. A member inquired about purchasing a Fire Pit; it was determined this would be a SEPO Board decision. An amendment to the Women’s Club bylaws for Article V, Section 4 regarding an annual audit of the treasurer’s books is proposed. The current bylaw reads…books shall be available once a year for an official audit; the proposed amendment to the bylaws would read: …official audit to be conducted on March 1st of each year and in the event the treasurer changes, at the time the books are transferred to the new treasurer. This amendment will be voted on at the October 2019 meeting. Concern was expressed regarding the kitchen stove/oven. Several members stated they were afraid to use it and didn’t feel safe using it. A motion was made by Marge Lehman and seconded by Karen Peterson to form a committee to develop pros and cons of keeping or replacing the current stove. Mecca Henry volunteered to chair the committee and Sherri Gardner and Linda Jones volunteered to serve on the committee. A motion was made by Mary Hendricks and seconded by Linda Jones to purchase 3 additional pool lounge chairs; the cost would be approximately $300.00 per chair. Motion carried. Helen Perry stated the 2 large heaters do not work; this concern should be placed in the suggestion box as it is SEPO’s responsibility for authorizing repair work. Members voted to post the minutes of the Women’s Club meeting on the SEPO web site as suggested by Beth Parrish. Linda Jones announced clear cups have been added to the kitchen inventory. Share Nelson announced there is a benefit luncheon for Loaves and Fishes on April 2nd; the cost is $45.00. A gift was given to the individual randomly selected for wearing her name tag (Shirley Vickers). There being no further business a motion to adjourn was made by Cathy Chajec and seconded by Lenore Combs. The meeting adjourned at 10:00 am. Respectfully submitted, Linda Almond, Secretary ******************************************************************************** Minutes of Women’s Club Meeting February 15, 2019 The meeting was called to order at 9:00 am by President Eileen Anderson. Ladonna Harvey led us in prayer. OFFICERS REPORTS Vice President Janis McFee reported 2 get well cards and 1 sympathy card have been sent since the January meeting. The minutes of the January 18, 2019 meeting were read by Secretary Linda Almond. The minutes will stand approved as read. Cathy Richmond presented the treasurer’s report stating Total Income as $2097.00, Total Expenses of $2098.88 and the bank balance is $25,523.73. The report will be filed for audit. New Residents There were no new residents present at today’s meeting. COMMITTEE REPORTS Lenore Combs reported on the Neighborhood Watch activities; the next Neighborhood Watch meeting will be March 18th. She announced the following: The front gate code will change to 0214# Encore Neighborhood Watch is releasing the chain for special events; however unauthorized individuals messing with the chain could be charged with criminal mischief. Concern was expressed about golf carts, autos, etc. in violation of the one way traffic sign; there has been an initiation of police involvement for this infraction. Guest tags are available for visitors as well as vendors. All Hazards Conference will be held March 27-28 in McAllen. Harlingen Citizens Police Academy class will be coming soon. Vickie Jones reported on the following upcoming activities: New Homeowners Party and the Art Show were great successes. Deb Robbins and Tiffany Prater are chairing the March 14 party; they have decided to not have a potluck; the dance with Wade Prater’s band will be from 7 - 10 pm. A good will donation will be taken for the Ronald McDonald house. More information will be forthcoming. There will be a St. Patrick’s Day party on March 17 in the pavilion; more information will be published in the future. Dale Hopfner stated the Casino Night is sold-out. Check SEPO emails for individuals offering tickets for private sales. Old Business President Anderson announced that 2 70 inch TV’s will be purchased Monday for mounting in Retzlaff Hall. Lassey Dahlstrom continues to work on the video presentation of SSCE activities. She stated it is an evolving project and will extend into next year. New Business Jean Lawrence brought up a concern regarding the Memorial Book and Board; the names are placed in the book / board IF money is donated in that individual’s name. It’s been discovered that 7 out of 18 names were not included in the book due to no money donated in memory of the individuals. Jean Lawrence made a motion that the Women’s Club donation of $5 so the names can get in the book. Motion seconded by Sue Stinnet. Jean then requested to amend her motion and recommended publishing the deaths in the SEPO newsletter as a means of tracking the names and the Women’s Club give a donation of $50 at the end of the year so names can be entered in the book. Cathy Chajec seconded the motion. Motion carried Linda Jones distributed a list of 5 different sweeteners stored in the pantry; members were asked to indicate their preference and hopefully the inventory can be decreased. Waynette Kennedy inquired about the possibility of having a photo directory; this topic was tabled and will be discussed at the March meeting in anticipation of developing a committee for this project. Heidi Dill brought a sample of some of her crafts and polled the members present if they would be interested in forming a Crafting Club; she’s looking at 2 hour sessions one time per month. Many members present indicated by raise of hands a high interest in this activity. Linda Abernathy is resigning her position as editor of the SEPO newsletter. Beth Parrish volunteered to take the editor position after Linda’s resignation date is final. Karen Baase announced there will be a memorial service for Joe Millsap on Wednesday, February 20th at 11:00 am in Retzlaff Hall. A gift was given to the individual randomly selected for wearing her name tag (Kay Sluyter). There being no further business a motion to adjourn was made by Lois Humburg and seconded by Nancy Luellen. The meeting adjourned at 10:00 am. Respectfully submitted, Linda Almond, Secretary ******************************************************************************** Minutes of Women’s Club Meeting January 18, 2019 The meeting was called to order at 9:00 am by President Eileen Anderson. Carolyn Clements led us in prayer. OFFICERS REPORTS Vice President Janis McFee reported 5 get well cards, 1 sympathy card and 2 thinking of you cards have been sent since the December meeting. The minutes of the December 21, 2019 meeting were read by Secretary Linda Almond. The minutes will stand approved as read. President Anderson reported for Cathy Richmond’s treasurer’s report stating Total Income as $1281.00, Total Expenses of $1057.20 and the bank balance is $25,525.61. The report will be filed for audit. NEW RESIDENTS New residents were introduced; they are: Debbie Ciotti Geneva Carr Florence Parrish (renter) Judi Cripple Carol Breneman COMMITTEE REPORTS Lenore Combs reported on the Neighborhood Watch activities; The next Neighborhood Watch meeting will be moved to January 28. She stated the date change is to allow residents to attend the Winter Texan Appreciation festivities on January 21 from 1-5 p.m. at Casa D’Amistad. Lenore also outlined the agenda for the January 28th Neighborhood Watch Meeting. Vickie Jones reported on the following upcoming activities: New Homeowners Party is Tuesday, January 22; the cost is $10.00 per person. There are 18 new home owners and to date 120 residents have signed up to attend. Vickie distributed a “Wish List” for donations to the Ronald McDonald House in Harlingen which lists a variety of items need to support this charity. Grace Clark made a motion that the Women’s Club donate up to $5000.00 to this charity; motion seconded by Sylvia Nelson. Discussion followed; a vote was taken with only one vote in favor and all other members opposed. The motion failed to pass. The March Mystery Theater party has been canceled and will be replaced with a potluck dinner followed by Wade Prater’s band providing the entertainment. This is scheduled for March 14, 2018. Debbie Robins and Tiffany Prater will be chairpersons for this activity. Susanne Ulrich made a motion, seconded by Share Nelson, that a free will offering for the Ronald McDonald house be collected during this event. Motion carried. Vickie stated the art show “Young at Heart” will be January 26 from 6 – 9 p.m. and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on January 27. There is no charge to attend; there will be a silent auction on Saturday evening. Kathleen Sunders stated 70 dinners and 6 to go dinners were provided for the Christmas Day party. The profit for the Women’s Club was $164.00. Pam Lacy reported that 118 tickets were sold for the New Year’s Day brunch; the profit for this event was $328.00; she thanked her committee for the success of this new event. Sherri Gardner reported on the Casino Party scheduled for February 23. She stated there is a need for donation of more prizes and also additional help is needed in the kitchen. Beer and wine, plus a dessert bar will be available during the night. She announced that she and co-chair Dale Hopfner will be resigning as chairpersons of this annual event and encouraged other residents to step up to this Women’s Club very profitable event. OLD BUSINESS Debbie Robbins reported on the research completed to date on upgrading a media system for Retzlaff Hall. She stated the sound system has been checked out and it does not need any upgrading. She stated that to install two 70 inch television sets with surround sound would cost approximately $3000.00. Discussion ensued regarding a problem with live streaming; its was noted that Spectrum would need to assist with this. Nancy Luellen made a motion to continue pursuing options available for installation. Motion carried. Beth Parish stated Lassey Dahlstrom continues to work on the video presentation of SSCE activities. All photos and videos should be forwarded to Irene Phillips. President Anderson thanked Terry Debackere and her “elves” for the beautiful Christmas decorations this past season. NEW BUSINESS Linda Jones announced that 2 new regular handle can openers and a bigger can opener for the large cans have been purchased; they are designed to be more “user friendly”. A gift was given to the individual randomly selected for wearing her name tag (Bev Jamison). There being no further business a motion to adjourn was made by Linda Covey. The meeting adjourned at 10:10 am. Respectfully submitted, Linda Almond, Secretary ******************************************************************************** Minutes of Women’s Club Meeting December 21, 2018 The meeting was called to order at 9:00 am by Vice President Janis McFee Susanne Ulrich led us in prayer. OFFICERS REPORTS Vice President Janis McFee reported 4 Get Well cards and 1 thinking of You card have been sent since the November meeting. The minutes of the November 16, 2018 meeting were read by Secretary Linda Almond. The minutes will stand approved as read. Cathy Richmond presented the treasurer’s report stating Total Income as $3095.97, Total Expenses of $1786.95 and the bank balance is $25,301.81. The report will be filed for audit. COMMITTEE REPORTS Lenore Combs reported on the Neighborhood Watch activities; the next Neighborhood Watch meeting will be January 21. She asked for suggestions on how to improve the neighborhood watch program. The front gate code will be changed on Valentine’s Day and will be 0214#. She also talked about data being collected on speeding, non-stops at stop signs, etc. The information will be forwarded to the SEPO Board as they consider the pros and cons of speed bumps. Lastly, she distributed light activated bands to be worn when walking at night. Vickie Jones reported on the following upcoming activities: The tentative date for the New Homeowners Party is January 8; it will be chaired by Vickie Jones and Eileen Anderson. The art show “Young at Heart” will be January 26; Items will be for sale and there will be a silent auction. Vickie also indicated the Ronald McDonald house is in need of donations; Vickie has a list of needed items and she will bring more information to the January meeting. She received a request from Lupe that when the stove/oven in the kitchen and the grill are used, they need to be cleaned immediately after use. Janis McFee announced a $50.00 donation from Goofy Golf activity was donated to the Women’s Club. Mary Hendrickson stated 108 residents were present for the Thanksgiving dinner. There was no report from the Leslie Blasing concert; members present indicated it was well attended and enjoyed by all. Jane Olson announced the December 15th Bake Sale / Craft Raffle was well attended and resulted in successful sales in the amount of $1419.45. Lenore Combs spoke briefly about the Golf Cart Parade and Cookie Contest. She thanked her Santa’s Elves and announced the winners for cookies and golf cart entries. First, second and third prizes were awarded. (Report Attached) OLD BUSINESS Lorraine Lewis stated 44 residents participated in the Salvation Army Bell Ringing; This year’s collections exceeded last years with intake of more than $1300.00. Beth Parish stated she has not started on the work for the media system; she will have a committee meeting after the 1st of January. Lassey was not present to discuss the video production; residents were encouraged to look for good pictures to forward to her. Vickie Jones talked about the pool chairs; by turning the fabric over, the foam that retains water can be removed. It is suggested that be done and then in the future set a timeline to replace the chairs in the next few years. NEW BUSINESS Vice President McFee requested that residents who become aware of residents needing cards for illness, sympathy, etc. send the names to her and Cathy Richmond. Beth Parrish encouraged members to put suggestions on which streets they would like speed bumps in the suggestion box located in the office. She also stated the resident directory is up and running on the SEPO web site. Pam Lacy encouraged residents to attend the New Year’s Day Brunch; the food will be furnished by the committee and in addition to food they have fun activities planned. Dale Hopfner reminded the members that the Casino Night committee would appreciate donation of prizes. Tim Elliott requested the announcement be made regarding a meeting on January 2 at 5:30 pm at City Hall regarding proposed plans for Tony Butler Golf Couse and encouraged SEPO residents to attend. A gift was given to the individual randomly selected for wearing her name tag (Paula Tramel). There being no further business a motion to adjourn was made by Lenore Combs and seconded by Sylvia Nelson. The meeting adjourned at 10:00 am. Respectfully submitted, Linda Almond, Secretary ******************************************************************************** Minutes of Women’s Club Meeting November 16, 2018 The meeting was called to order at 9:00 am by President Eileen Anderson. Nancy Luellen led us in prayer. OFFICERS REPORTS Vice President Janis McFee reported 3 Get Well cards and 3 Sympathy cards have been sent since the October meeting. The minutes of the October 19, 2018 meeting were read by Secretary Linda Almond. The minutes will stand approved as read. Cathy Richmond presented the treasurer’s report stating Total Income as $657.02, Total Expenses of $00.00 and the bank balance is $23,992.73. The report will be filed for audit. Aida Leach, current resident on Missouri, was introduced as it was her first attendance at Women’s Club. COMMITTEE REPORTS Lenore Combs reported on the Neighborhood Watch activities; the next Neighborhood Watch meeting will be November 19. She also spoke about the upgrade to the McGruffmobile; asked for someone to assist with the monthly maintenance of the Neighbor Watch generator and announced the Stop the Bleed kits are located in the woodshop, Manny’s work area and the SEPO office. (Report attached) Marsha Santow reported on the Shrimp Boil held on October 27, 2018. There were approximately 30 less attendees than last year; the profit was $657.02 . Lenore Combs stated the Veteran’s Day program and potluck was a success and thanked Carolyn Clements and Helen Perry for their presentations. Vickie Jones reported the following on upcoming activities: Two events, Christmas Dinner, and the New Homeowners Party, are in need of volunteers for chairing these events. Goofy Golf is scheduled for November 18 and the Leslie Blasing Concert is scheduled for December 6th from 6 – 8 p.m. The posters for every event are to remain on the bulletin board even if the event has concluded. Janis McFee announced Goofy Golf is planned for Sunday, November 18 at 2 p.m. 100 players have signed up; there is a “spare list” posted if a space opens up. The “bring your own picnic lunch” will be at approximately 4:30 p.m. Mary Hendrickson stated between 65– 70 have signed up for Thanksgiving dinner. She stated turkey, ham, gravy, stuffing and drinks will be furnished. Doors will open at 1 p.m. and dinner will be served at 2 p.m. Mary Dronen – Announced the Memorial Committee provided 6 lunches this year. For the historian book, she would like to have photos of summer activities forwarded to her. Dee Novak noted that more information on the December 6th Leslie Blasing Concert will be forthcoming. Jane Olson announced the Bake Sale / Craft Raffle will be on December 15th; the doors will open at 8 a.m. So far, only 3 have signed up to help so there is a need for more volunteers. The baked goods should be packaged and priced. Crafts can be set up Friday night. She requested gently used items be donated for the raffle. Lenore Combs said the Golf Cart Parade will be December 15; staging will be at 4:30 and the parade will start at 5 p.m. The parade will go down every street here. At this point Encore will not be involved however Lenore and Helen Perry volunteered to work on this with the SEPO board. OLD BUSINESS Irene Philllips stated she now has help with watering the plants at the front gate. She has researched a “drip” system which would cost about $200.00. After discussion Vickie Jones made a motion to form a group of volunteers to further investigate how to work on solutions to improve the décor. Motion was seconded by Sherri Gardner. Debi Warner volunteered to serve on the committee and a suggestion was made that Ralph Peterson be approached to assist with this project. To volunteer, contact Irene Phillips. Lorraine Lewis requested that SSCE residents please adopt angels for the Christmas Angel Tree. The angels can be procured at local businesses or contact Lorraine and she will get them for you. NEW BUSINESS President Anderson discussed the issue of the pool lounge chairs; they are 5 years old and are in need of repair. The estimated cost to repair is $45 per chair and replacement is approximately $185.00. Repair would probably last a year or so. President Anderson and Vickie Jones volunteered to conduct a cost analysis for repair and replacement. Joyce Smith reported on Ladies Golf; dues are $25.00 and she encouraged more women to join. The Las Vegas scramble will be December 8th followed by a potato bake. Cathy Richmond announced a request for a microwave oven on a cart for Thursday Night Happy Hour. Kay Sluyter donated her microwave; a cart will need to be purchased as the current number of carts are needed for events in the hall. Discussion was held on the need to update the media system for Retzlaff Hall. A motion was made by Pam Lacy to have volunteers investigate options; The motion was seconded by Sally Hardy. Beth Parrish volunteered to chair the committee; Lassey Dahlstrom volunteered to serve on the committee. Lassey Dahlstrom would like to put a video presentation of all activities SSCE together; She will have a meeting at her house on November 20th at 2 p.m. Irene Phillips volunteered to help and it was suggested Warren Hertel be invited to attend. Beth Parrish announced she is taking over from Stan Nelson, the communications for the sepoenews@gmail.com . Beth is also taking over the SEPO Web site (www.sunshinecountryclub.com ) for marketing purposes and updating the activities tab. She is working on inclusion of the SEPO board minutes which would be private and only accessible to SSCE residents. Jan Anderson announced that Mahjong is scheduled for Saturdays from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in the Library and Tuesdays from 1 – 3 p.m. in the card room. A gift was given to the individual randomly selected for wearing her name tag (Lowene Werkmeister). There being no further business a motion to adjourn was made by Sherri Gardner and seconded by Vickie Jones, the meeting adjourned at 10:30 am. Respectfully submitted, Linda Almond, Secretary ******************************************************************************** Minutes of Women’s Club Meeting October 19, 2018 The meeting was called to order at 9:00 am by President Eileen Anderson. Lois Humburg led us in prayer. OFFICERS REPORTS Vice President Janis McFee reported 21 Get Well cards, 2 Sympathy cards and 1 thinking of you card have been sent since the March meeting. The minutes of the March 16, 2018 meeting were read by Secretary Linda Almond. The minutes will stand approved as read. Cathy Richmond presented the treasurer’s report stating Total Income as $323.58, Total Expenses of $1084.46 and the bank balance is $23,335.77. The report will be filed for audit. The new residents present were: Heidi Dill, 1925 W. Iowa Ave. Marsha Remington, 1949 W. Michigan Kathleen Sunders, 1909 W. Montana Ave COMMITTEE REPORTS Lenore Combs reported on the Neighborhood Watch and Cert activities; the next Neighborhood Watch meeting will be November 19. She also spoke about an upcoming 20 hours CERT class. Those individuals who are interested in attending the class should contact her. Cathy Chajec reported for Marsha Santow on the Shrimp Boil scheduled for October 27, 2018. Virtual tickets are on sale now for $10.00 per person. Volunteers are needed to assist with clean-up. She indicated attendees could dress up for Halloween if desired. Social hour starts at 4:30 p.m. with dinner at 5:00 p.m. President Anderson reported for Vicki Jones on upcoming activities: Veteran’s Day will be honored on November 12; Lenore Combs stated the flag burning will be at 4 p.m. and veterans are needed to help with colors. Lenore will be working with other residents relative to having a potluck after the Veteran’s Day ceremony. Janis McFee announced Goofy Golf is planned for Sunday, November 18 at 2 p.m. The contest will be in the same format as the previous contests. A “bring your own” picnic lunch will be held in the pavilion at approximately 4 p.m. President Anderson announced the Thanksgiving dinner will be on Thursday November 22. Bob and Mary Hendrickson are chairing that event and details will be announced at a later date. Irene Phillips reported on the new garden area outside of the SEPO office and her activities related to caring for the plants and other greenery at the SSCE gate. Her report is attached to these minutes. Discussion ensued for using a professional landscaper for the front gate area; it was suggested this item be placed on the November agenda as there will be more residents in attendance to share their thoughts. It is likely if this avenue is pursued, the SEPO board will need to be involved in the discussion, and decision. The Memorial Lunch Committee needs additional members; Please contact Karen Baase for more information. OLD BUSINESS There was no old business on this meeting agenda. NEW BUSINESS Lorraine Lewis spoke about the Salvation Army bell ringing that will be held at Walmart on November 23rd. She needs approximately 40 individuals to volunteer 1-2 hours from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm. that day. Sharon Schaub stated due to a change in leadership at the Salvation Army SSCE will not be participating in the Angel Tree giving at Christmas this year. Lenore Combs gave a presentation on Wreaths Across America. Harlingen will participate in this event which is scheduled for December 15 at 11 a.m. at Pendelton Park. Ten (10) cemeteries will be participating in this event. Additional information will be forthcoming. A gift was given to the individual randomly selected for wearing her name tag (Cathy Chajec). 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In Memoriam (2021-2025) If a name is underlined click on it to see the Obituary or a Tribute. 2025 Decease d Bud Cripple (Dec 2 Val Hertel (Nov 28) Carolyn Anderson (Former) - Oct 24 Cheryl Heinle (Former) - Sep 8 Bonnie Winner - Jul 29 Mary Dappen - Jul 23 Bill Peterson - Jul 16 Ann Everette - Jul 16 Dovie Dwyer (Former) - Jun 14 Jim Schaub (Former) - Jun 7 Les Dengerud (Former) - Apr 12 Yolanda Lopez (Former) - Apr 4 Grace Hedstrom (Former) - Apr 2 Bob Harrison (Former) - Jan 5 2024 Decease d Jim Crouse (Former) - Nov 15 John Whitley - Nov 15 Jack Baethke - Sep 17 Gerald Davidson - Sep 5 Barb (Cathy Chajec's Mom) - Jun 13 Ken Spratlin - May 22 RG Broome (Former) - Apr 18 Mari Tennant - Apr 4 Dennis Welckle - Mar 19 Barb Carlson - Mar 16 Lowene Werkmeister - Mar 9 Carolyn Clements (Former) - Jan 15 Scherrie Pitreski (Renter) - Jan 12 2023 Decease d Tom Steele - Dec 20 Arnie Jensen (Renter) - Dec 3 Ro Garrett (Former) - Nov 23 Barbara Carlson (Former) - Nov 22 Fran Twesten (Former) - Nov 10 Duane Dyer - Oct 28 Kathy Wilson - Oct 11 Alice Montgomery - Sep 25 Ralph Noah - Sep 22 Dan Danks - Sep 16 Jim Foster - Sep 8 Connie Robertson - Aug 26 Richard Wagner - Aug 10 Mac McPherson (Former) - Aug 10 Diane Foster (Former) - June 26 Arnie Thompson - June 14 Gene Nett (Former) - May 18 Bob Auclair - May 16 Clint Wunderlich - May 14 Jim Canty - Apr 9 Richard Dietrick - Mar 31 Marjorie Nett (Former) - Mar 27 Rodney Fink - Feb 3 Nancy O'Brien (Former) - Feb 3 Jon Sandusky - Jan 20 Elgin Awrey (Former) - Jan 17 2022 Deceased Millie Noonan (Former) - Dec 21 Kitty Olson - Nov 24 Joy Moore (Former) - Nov 23 Chuck Nelson (Former) - Nov 13 Ann Bergan (Former) - Nov 3 Earl Weir (Former) - Nov 1 Elwood (Woody) Dronen - Oct 7 Warren Clark - Sep 26 Joy Cossins - Sep 23 Deb Warner - Sep 20 Esther Schmidt (Former) - Sep 19 Glenda Moeller (Former) - Sep 10 Betty Schindler (Former) - Aug 7 (Melvin) Paul Reuter - Jul 19 Norma Lutes (Former) - Jul 9 Ruth Dinges Marquardt (Former) - Jul 4 Mary Eich (Former) - Jul 4 Karen Bricker - Apr 2 Gerri Preter (Former) - Apr 1 Marigenne Elliott - Apr 1 Jerry Rash - Mar 20 Stan Nelson (Former) - Mar 3 John Hinsch (Former) - Feb 16 James (Jim) Servos - Feb 12 Dianne Holten - Feb 7 Kenneth Dill - Feb 5 Robert Stoxen - Jan 27 Fred Fredericks (Former) Jan ? Jerry Spears (Former)- Jan 5 Harold Gunderson (Former) - Jan 3 2021 Deceased Bette Thompson - Nov 26 Donna Brooks (Long Time Renter) Nov 16 Jan Salemi - Nov 15 Ellie Gannon (Former) Oct 19 Linda Hurst - Oct 7 Sharon Ridlon - Sep 26 Sam Ford (Former) - Sep 12 Marian Seelye - Sep 8 Adrian Box - Aug 19 Paul Novak - Aug 6 Jane Gilvin (Former) - Jun 28 Lori Hunt - May 15 Robert Schaeffer - Apr 15 Ron Salemi - Feb 19 David Preter - Feb 18 Florence Parrish (Former Renter) - Feb 3 Doug Schmidt - Jan 31 Dick Shelton - Jan 7 Back To "In Memoriam" Page Back To Top

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Neighborhood Watch & CERT Info Previous to Oct 2020 ************************************************************** Sent 2020-09-03: Neighborhood Watch VIRTUAL meeting & info Sept 2020 - Sunshine CC Estates Neighborhood Watch (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! Virtual Meeting Agenda --- Monday 21 September 2020 Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator, 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Dear NW-CERT Volunteers and Friends, Hope everyone has a fun and safe Labor Day weekend. The September schedule is out with some patrols left open. October will present as a concern because we go with two evening patrols. Bottom line, I need volunteers. Please consider sharing some of your time and talent to Sunshine’s safety and security. You will be fully oriented and will not own the job for life. We do not carry any firearms, only cell phones. Observe and Report – that is the duty. Note - paper and pen are on the NW Golf Cart. We have a valued relationship with Combes and Harlingen Police. They have our back and when we place a call – they listen. Your orientation will enlighten you. Ring, Ring (Harlingen PD Dispatcher here, may I help you?) Hello, my name is Lenore Combs at Sunshine CC Estates on NW Patrol. There are two unknown males - driving slowly (suspiciously) in here and they do not have our NW orange decal on the vehicle – faces and vehicles don’t look familiar. Dispatch further asks for more info etc. Depending on your response, the level of concern and suspicious activity, he/she assigns a priority to it. The Patrol Commander sends out a PD Unit. They will ask you for your cell number. If they leave – get their direction of travel. If they ramp up their activity – get out of there. If you see weapons or drugs SAY SO - that raises the priority big time. Gang colors are of note too. Not every patrol is like a Hollywood movie. Safety and security is the mission. The Bad Guys know we are out there patrolling, and you are a great deterrent to their boredom. We count on you, a normal resident being extra eyes and ears for the community. Business: Help Wanted: We have a NW generator which should be cranked each month. Dick and Linda Jones are gone for the summer and not sure of their report time here at SCCE. Could someone to help us out, please? The generator has a spot in between the Pavilion and the Card Room. Call me, 956 245 1276. Volunteer opportunities: Patrols, Block Captains. All could use some volunteer help. You will be fully oriented and not own this job for life. Please consider offering some time. Call me, 956 245 1276. Front Gate Code – has recently been changed. Keypad entry locks to Card Room & Exercise Room Building – all have codes. Please be sure the door closes securely behind you. These codes are for residents only and can be found here if you don’t know them. Passing out this info indiscriminately by word of mouth or by giving out our clickers is strongly discouraged. Vendor Patrols have been discontinued by the Board. However if you see a suspicious vehicle taking a tour, please get the plate. If you choose to inquire the “nature of the visit”, please do so in a friendly manner. If your little voice irritates you – then call 216 5940 for SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY – at the Harlingen PD. Give them your facts. WHAT WHO WHERE WHEN. Mr. Fix It list of reputable vendors for your consideration. Can be found here . Stuff happens in plain sight…... Residents have made a suggestion if their vendor experience was wonderful or not so wonderful. RED Envelopes: These red envelopes are a handy medical document with current health history and info. Simply bring your health hx up-to-date, stick the page in the envelope and it is at the ready in case of. They are free and available for the asking. Call me, 956 245 1276. For our newer residents, we also encourage a Be A Buddy program . Get to know your neighbor, and if & when the need arises, they can assist you with a trip to the hospital. We also have a Flashing RED Light at our entrance to SCCE so the ambulance comes to the correct community. Traditionally, we have had a Neighborhood Watch fundraiser when the Winter Texans are back. We may have to be creative and have it virtually. Open to suggestions. Please & thanks. The AED is by the pool. The Stop The Bleed bags are - in the Library, - SEPO Work Shop and - Sunshine Woodshop. Please remember the Covid-19 Commandants: Social Distance Wash Your Hands Wear Your Mask Act Responsibly So, let’s all be diligent and vigilant and take care of each other. God Bless America. Reminder: Sunshine will have a Golf Cart Cavalcade around the Estates on Labor Day this Monday 7 September. Everyone encouraged and invited. Line up 7pm by the Office. Lenore Combs Sent 2020-08-19: Neighborhood Watch - CERT virtual meeting August 2020 - Dear Friends - Since we can't meet, just like to keep the word out there...... -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Coordinator Sunshine NW-CERT **************************************************************************************** Sunshine CC Estates Neighborhood Watch (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! Virtual Meeting Agenda --- Monday 17 August 2020 Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Dear NW-CERT Volunteers and Friends, Well, here we are in hot, sticky August. Our National Night Out project, thwarted by Covid did not give us a pass on the Bad Guys Night Out. Safety and security concerns must remain a priority in heightening our awareness. How’s the Dog-Walker Watch coming – must be cleverly disguised undercover as I can’t pick out the security dogs per se. While patrolling each evening, reports are many areas still remain dark, doors remain unlocked – a favorite of Bad Guys looking for fun. Please consider solar lights as a great deterrent and lock the doors. Hurricanes Happen – warm weather invites growing concern over 20 named storms predicted and our level of readiness. Visit ready.gov/hurricanes#prepare to learn more. Sunshine is not a shelter of last resort. SCAMS: $45 BILLION annual cost of financial fraud. 20% Americans age 65+ have been financially abused 80% are telemart victims. I’m sure we all know someone whose life has been touched by these Bad Guys. The FCC reminds us of cyber security and other scams rampantly targeting unsuspecting families. They sound so true you can’t wait to send them money. Example some poor doctor running out of funds for the poor (bologna). Other typical scams: the IRS scam – impersonating an IRS Officer – pay a fine bla bla….. Your first IRS contact is always by mail and no threats. Jury scam- your friendly local criminal will impersonate a local government member. They warn you that you missed jury duty and will be placed under arrest. They then ask for your SS number to prove your identity. Ha – NO! A local government worker would never ask for your social or make threats on an unsolicited call. Other favorites: Medicare Care and ID, Charity, Repairs, Anti-aging products etc, Counterfeit prescriptions, Cemetery, Funeral and Cremation scams, Lottery, PayPal, Software, Anti-virus, the Grandparents scare, Investments, Sweepstakes, and the beat goes on…….. Help Wanted: We have a NW generator which should be cranked each mid month. Dick and Linda Jones are gone for the summer. Could someone help us out, please? The generator has a spot in between the Pavilion and the Card Room. Call me 956 245 1276. Summer Patrol scheduling: We are in need of volunteers and whatever time and talent you have to offer it will be extremely appreciated. There is a specific job description for each opportunity but nothing involves too much time – it’s the commitment we need. Volunteer opportunities: Patrols, Block Captains. All could use some volunteer help. You will be fully oriented and not own this job for life. Please consider offering some time. Call me 956 245 1276. Front Gate Code – was changed on July 29, 2020. If you don't have the new code it can be found in the Resident's Only section of the Web site HERE . Keypad entry locks to Card Room & Exercise Room Building – all have codes. Please be sure the door closes securely behind you . These codes are for residents only. Passing out this info indiscriminately by word of mouth or by giving out our clickers is strongly discouraged. Vendor Patrols have been discontinued by the Board. However if you see a suspicious vehicle taking a tour, please get the plate. If you choose to inquire the “nature of the visit”, please do so in a friendly manner. If your little voice irritates you – then call 216 5940 for SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY – at the Harlingen PD. Give them your facts. WHAT WHO WHERE WHEN. Mr. Fix It list of reputable vendors for your consideration. Stuff happens in plain sight…... Residents have made a suggestion if their vendor experience was wonderful or not so wonderful. RED Envelopes: These red envelopes are a handy medical document with current health history and info. Simply bring your health hx up to date, stick the page in the envelope and it is at the ready in case of. They are free and available for the asking. Call me. 956 245 1276 For our newer residents, we also encourage a Be A Buddy program . Get to know your neighbor, and if & when the need arises, they can assist you with a trip to the hospital. We also have a Flashing RED Light at our entrance to SCCE so the ambulance comes to the correct community. The AED is by the pool. The Stop The Bleed bags are - in the Library, - SEPO Work Shop and - Sunshine Woodshop Please remember the Covid Commandants: Social Distance Wash Your Hands Wear Your Mask Act Responsibly. So, let’s all be diligent and vigilant and take care of each other. God Bless America. Sent 2020-07-19: NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH - Virtual Meeting Monday 20 July 2020 - Wish we could have a real meeting with Ice Cream but, these are the times that try men's souls........ We are most fortunate to live in this special community and we are especially lucky to live among residents who are all on the same page. The NW Volunteers are a special breed as they go above and beyond. We work with the SEPO Board, the Police from Harlingen and Combes, EMS and the Fire Department. I get calls and little notes just checking on how we are. PD has frequent safety patrols in here. CERT from the FD checks on us too. We are not alone in this mess. If you have any questions or would like to volunteer, please call me. In the meantime, have a Root Beer Float and give Thanks. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 NW-CERT Coordinator **************************************************************************************** Sunshine CC Estates Neighborhood Watch (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! Virtual Meeting Agenda --- Monday 20 July 2020 Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Dear NW-CERT Volunteers and Friends, NEW BUSINESS: National Night Out, an annual community building campaign that promotes police-community relationships and camaraderie will not occur this year. It is normally held each August in our Harlingen and Combes area. Covid once again has cramped our style. Our wonderful Police and Fire have done a magnificent job of in-servicing us on many safety and security issues and the opportunity for this event will be missed. DOG WALKER WATCH: I did, however, register us for the Community Dog Walker Watch Program thru the National Night Out contacts. Since there are over seventy-five million dog owners across the Nation, thought McGruff and the local PD could use some doggie eyes and a hand from Sunshine. If you want, we even could get signs, shirts, a special dog leash, doggie bandanas etc. ! What better way, while at the entrance to Sunshine, the Bad Guys are put on notice – that we see ‘em coming thru the gate? We are not just idly walking the dog. Just a thought……. Would hate to think that our buildings (doors) are being left open is a statement from a resident – rather I think it is an accidental slip. Please if you exit a door, make sure it is securely shut behind you. Vandalism seems to be as contagious as Covid these days. Help Wanted: We have a NW generator which should be cranked each mid month. Dick and Linda Jones are gone for the summer. Could someone help us out, please? The generator has a spot in between the Pavilion and the Card Room. Call me 956 245 1276. Summer Patrol scheduling: We are in need of volunteers and whatever time and talent you have to offer will be extremely appreciated. There is a specific job description for each opportunity but nothing involves too much time – it’s the commitment we need. Volunteer opportunities: Patrols, Block Captains. All could use some volunteer help. You will be fully oriented and not own this job for life. Please consider offering some time. Call me 956 245 1276. OLD BUSINESS: Hurricane season officially began 1 June. A year has passed since the June 2019 flood created havoc. The forecast is for 13 named storms and 7 hurricanes (4 of which will be major). PREPARE FOR HURRICANE SEASON, PREPARE TO EVACUATE. Consider these preparations seriously and “Be Prepared”. Determine your risk, develop an emergency evac plan, a family plan, assemble disaster supplies, cash, meds, documents etc. and how ‘bout your insurance (homeowners, wind and rain), is your home ready? SEPO Is not a shelter of last resort. Is your SEPO Emergency Contact Form up to date? Going to a Public Shelter during Covid will be no picnic. Social distancing, wearing a mask and following other CDC Covid preventive actions will be a challenge to say the least. What about our Storage Lot – your Shed, Boat, RV and other stuff? Is your shed secured with tie-downs? What about loose stuff laying around? Is your stuff all documented on a CD for your insurance? Sunshine has Emergency Contact forms which should be current – see Valerie. SCCE is not a shelter of last resort. Front Gate Code – has not been changed. Keypad entry locks to Card Room & Exercise Room Building – all have codes. Please be sure the door closes securely behind you. These codes are for residents only. Passing out this info indiscriminately by word of mouth or by giving out our clickers is strongly discouraged. Per Beth Parrish: these codes can all be found in the "Resident's Only" section of this Web site: Front Gate and All Keypads Vendor Patrols have been discontinued by the Board. However if you see a suspicious vehicle taking a tour, please get the plate. If you choose to inquire the “nature of the visit”, please do so in a friendly manner. If your little voice irritates you – then call 216 5940 for SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY – at the Harlingen PD. Give them your facts. WHAT WHO WHERE WHEN. Mr. Fix-It list of reputable vendors for your consideration. Stuff happens in plain sight…... Residents have made a suggestion if their vendor experience was wonderful or not so wonderful. Beth has this list available on the Web site as well under the Amenities Tab ( https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/mr-fixit ). RED Envelopes: These red envelopes are a handy medical document with current health history and info. Simply bring your health hx up to date, stick the page in the envelope and it is at the ready in case of. They are free and available for the asking. Call me. 956 245 1276 For our newer residents, we also encourage a Be A Buddy program . Get to know your neighbor, and if & when the need arises, they can assist you with a trip to the hospital. We also have a Flashing RED Light at our entrance to SCCE so the ambulance comes to the correct community. The AED is by the pool. The Stop The Bleed bags are - in the Library, - SEPO Work Shop and - Sunshine Woodshop Please remember the Covid Commandants: Social Distance Wear Your Mask Act Responsibly Sent 2020-06-03: Neighborhood Watch information June 2020 - Dear Friends - Below is my correspondence to you for June 2020 since we still cannot have meetings. 😢 We are officially in Hurricane Season with 20 named storms. Hopefully they will find another suitable place to land. BUT - check your stuff - personal records, home, RV, Storage Shed etc. ***** Call-Out for Estate Sale Patrol - volunteers needed ***** Use NW cart or your own. Make your own hours. Please wear your Orange vest. I have some extra if you need one. Date & Time: Thursday and Friday, 8am - 5pm, 4th and 5th of June. Address: 2032 Montana. An Estate Sale has advertisement and we never know what to expect in terms of visitors. However, Bad Guys like to check us out too. May I recommend you keep your stuff out of sight. I can do Friday but John has surgery tomorrow (Thurs) You can call me or just show up. 😊 Thanks as always. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 NW - CERT Coordinator **************************************************************************************** Sunshine CC Estates Neighborhood Watch (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH – What Is It? Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Sunshine CC Estates is a very safe community but from time to time, issues arise that effect our quality of life for our residents. Vandalism, thefts from vehicles and forced entries are examples. SCCE participates in the Neighborhood Watch Program locally and it involves our Harlingen Police (Chief Kester and especially Asst. Chief Miryam Anderson) and the Town of Combes with Chief Patrick Quill. This cooperative and collective effort with the PD teaches us to use common sense methods that aid in preventing crime without endangering participants or lessening the normal protection from our local PD. Neighborhood Watch: Neighbors looking out for each other - We are the “eyes and ears” of the community for the police to prevent crime. We enjoy enhanced communication and cooperation between the community and the Police. The NW Coordinator works with the Patrol Captain and the Block Captains and the PD to proactively and effectively fight crime. The Patrol Captain plans the Patrol Schedule. He/she invites and encourages residents to patrol our community every evening. The Block Captains and Co-Captains maintain communication among neighbors. Our NW meetings discuss crime strategies, heighten the community’s power of observation, educate residents on steps to deter crime and provide training sessions. We are not Citizens on Patrol or Auxiliary Police. Our mission is to Observe and Report. A Sunshine NW Advisory Board is under consideration as our community has grown with many new residents who may have some great ideas. Our NW role has expanded to include several aspects related to but not necessarily NW duties. We have a strong relationship with the Harlingen Fire Department via the CERT Program. Come check it out! We welcome all constructive ideas and suggestions. Sent 2020-05-23: Memorial Day 2020 Monday 25 MAY at 3pm sharp - Dear SEPO Friends, You are cordially invited and most encouraged to join us on Monday at the Flag Pole by the SEPO Office. Help get the word out, please. We shall start our brief Memorial Day remembrance at 3pm sharp. Come as you are - in a golf cart or lawn chair. Upon arrival, simply park in your social space and enjoy the ceremony. Dress for the heat and have a cool beverage handy. Social distancing is paramount. Masks are encouraged. SEPO rules are in effect for Corvid19. Randy Nicholas, John and I will lead a brief program honoring our deceased Veterans and our recently deceased SEPO friends. Memorial Day (Decoration Day) is a somber day to honor our military fallen and because of recent Corvid restrictions, we shall also remember our SEPO family and friends who have passed this year. This National Moment of Remembrance at 3pm is to remind us and future generations about the real meaning of this holiday. Call me for questions. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276. John & Lenore US Air Force Veterans Randy Nicholas US Army Veteran Sent 2020-05-18: SCCE Memorial Day plans Monday 25 May 3pm - The document HERE outlines a Memorial Day Program for SCCE. This ceremony will be held next Monday, May 25 @ 3PM either by the Gazebo or the Flag Pole (depending on weather and mosquitos). All Social Distancing rules remain in effect. Please contact me if you have any issues viewing the program information. Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 2020-05-18: NW - CERT Comms for May 2020 - Dear Friends - Below is a small note for your information and consideration.. -- Lenore J Combs, 956 245 1276, NW-CERT Coordinator Sunshine CC Estates Neighborhood Watch (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! Virtual Meeting Agenda - Monday 18 May 2020 Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Dear NW-CERT Volunteers and Friends, Financial Report: We have $ 966.59 in our account as established by a recent audit and purchase of the new golf cart. A sincere THANKS to our donors who helped make this possible. NEW BUSINESS: Hurricane season officially starts 1 June. Since Arthur did not play by the rules, thought I’d send a reminder. The forecast is for 13 named storms and 7 hurricanes (4 of which will be major). We are in a hurricane-prone area. Consider these preparations and “Be Prepared”. Determine your risk, develop an emergency evac plan, assemble disaster supplies, cash, meds, documents etc. and how ‘ bout your insurance (homeowners, wind and rain), is your home ready? What about your Storage Shed? Is your stuff all documented on a CD for your insurance? Storm surges, winds and tornadoes are the hurricane’s playmates. Get a weather app for your phone. Make a family plan. Sunshine has Emergency Contact forms which should be current – see Valerie. SCCE is not a shelter of last resort. National STOP THE BLEED Day is Thursday 21 May 2020. STB is a national awareness campaign and call to action. It is intended to cultivate grassroots efforts that encourage bystanders to become trained, equipped and empowered to help in a bleeding emergency before professional help arrives. You can bleed out in 3 – 5 minutes. It takes EMS about 7 – 10 minutes to arrive on scene. We have 3 STB bags – one in the Library, one at the Woodshop and one at the Worker’s storage area. OLD BUSINESS: Front Gate Code – has not been changed. Keypad entry lock to Card Room & Exercise Room Building – all have codes. These codes are for residents only. Passing out this info indiscriminately by word of mouth or by giving out our clickers is strongly discouraged. Vendor Patrols have been discontinued by the Board. There is a Mr. Fix It list of reputable vendors for your consideration. Ummm! Seems like a lot of traffic cruising thru here lately, so be careful. Stuff happens in plain sight. Summer scheduling: The following areas are in need of volunteers and whatever time and talent you have to offer it will be extremely appreciated. There is a specific job description for each but nothing involves too much time – it’s the commitment we need. Volunteer opportunities: Patrols, McGruffmobile care, Flashlight care, Generator care and Block Captains. All could use some volunteer help. You will be fully oriented and not own this job for life. Please consider offering some time. Thanks. Sent 2020-05-04: Neighborhood Watch Golf Cart - Dear Friends, McGruff II was delivered and was used over this week-end. It is up by the SEPO Office. It is a 2012 Club Car Precedent, 832 hours, one gentle previous owner, complete with battery charger mounted in the back with our protected cover and orange electric cord. The body to the suspension is in great shape. The price was $3000.00 and included new Crown batteries, almost new tires and LED front and rear lights. The Golf cart cover transitioned over, as well as, our rear view mirrors, amber rotating light and fire extinguishers. Inside - on the dash are 2 toggle switches, one for the amber light and the other for the headlights. We have a key. The chain for the lock to the steering wheel is installed. A huge THANKS to Women's Club, the Memorial Club and our supporters, without whose generosity could not have made this purchase possible. The NW Log Book will be used to log volunteer hours and patrol comments. The current Audit has a current balance of $865.59. Any further donations are welcome. The other McGruffmobile had 8116.5 documented patrol hours. THANKS to all those who have volunteered on behalf of Sunshine's safety and security. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 NW-CERT Coordinator Sent 2020-04-17: NW-CERT 17 Apr 2020 New Golf Cart Proposal - Sunshine CC Estates Neighborhood Watch (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! NW - New Golf Cart --- 17 APRIL 2020 Proposal Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator, 956 245 1276, LJCombs44@gmail.com Situation: McGruff (our faithful NW Patrol Golf cart - a 2005 Club Car Precedent with weary bones) has been acting up lately, disrupting patrol hours and worrying volunteers who serve. Several verbal first opinions from knowledgeable, trusted residents – agree for evaluation and opinion with above and in particular – the adverse effects of an aging cart. Issues: McGruff is not dependable. - many hard hours despite excellent care from Rich Debackere, SEPO staff etc. from routine maintenance to wheel bearings and more. Second opinion – knowledgeable trusted Golf Cart mechanic (Mario’s Golf Cart Repair). Rationale: Mario’s scanner = old engine - old wiring and shorting out - loose front end. McGruffmobile has 9800 hours per scanner 8114.6 are documented from Patrols 365 days a year for past 9+ years. Considering our McGruffmobile with these problems, my interpretation of this condition derived from Mario’s scanner that this diagnosis does not restore trust in operational use. Volunteers cannot be pushing McGruff back to its station. Options: Fix it vs. Purchase a pre-owned later date, less miles more reliable golf cart. Repair: $350 - $500. Consider - uncertainty for reliability and sustainability. Purchase: Verbal proposal from Mario: $2500.00 - Pre-owned Golf Cart 2008 Club Car Precedent -- Blue (between Navy and medium dark blue no dings etc) - newly upholstered Gray marine vinyl seats and back. Single owner. (not a golf course rental) Also included: Charger (the one that came with it) Batteries – new installed (just like the ones we replaced in Dec 2019) Tires – almost new Golf Cart Top - Rhino coated protection Our stuff - will be transferred from McGruff to new cart – no charge Front light - halogen (ours was just installed Jan 2020 by Rich Debackere) Door Works enclosure will be transferred and installed Amber rotating light will be transferred and installed. Our hour meter will be transferred and installed on the dash Our 2 Fire Extinguishers will be transferred and installed. Sent 2020-04-04: Neighborhood Watch best practice April 2020 - Dear Friends - Please read this file and submit any constructive comments. Thanks one and all. -- Lenore J Combs, 956 245 1276, NW-CERT Coordinator Sent 2020-04-01: NW-CERT Information for April (Wash Your Hands) - Dear Friends, Please see this file for a silly Wash Your Hands poster with Baby Shark singing with his friends. 🎼 ''Wash Your Hands' doo doo doo doo doo doo,,,,,,,,,🎼 -- for 20 seconds Hope you get a good laugh 😊 Lenore J Combs, 956 245 1276, Coordinator NW-CERT Sent 2020-04-01: NW-CERT Disaster Prep Information for April 2020 - Sunshine CC Estates Neighborhood Watch (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! Disaster Preparedness --- APRIL 2020 Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Dear NW-CERT Volunteers and Friends, Summer status: There is no meeting for April but we have always been proactive in anticipation of Hurricane Season and who is here during the summer. I will be preparing a plat of our community to go to the Communications Center on the Loop and to the EMS Dispatcher. Stay tuned for follow up procedures for Coronavirus – 19 per our Board. NW Patrols are still in effect. Linda and Dick handed out the April schedule. Currently, if you are scheduled for a patrol and are comfortable with your buddy, carry on – if you want to patrol by yourself – please feel free but be careful. We can orient anyone who would like to patrol – just notify us. If you do go alone, be very vigilant – report suspicious activity – do not approach. OBSERVE AND REPORT Report Suspicious Activity - Harlingen PD dispatch: 956 216 5940 or call 9-1-1 Harlingen PD, Combes PD, Harlingen FD and EMS always enjoy receiving an updated plat of our community so they know who is here and who is not. The Harlingen CERT Team also keeps tabs on us. (We have many angels looking out for us). I have already had several inquiries as to our status. If you need EMS service, there are enhanced precautions for 911 calls respective to an infectious diseases call vs a fall call or cardiac incident. Dispatch will inquire about the nature of the call – it is possible HFD will accompany EMS. Front Gate Code – not changed Keypad entry lock to Card Room & Exercise Room Building SEPO doors, new code Sensaphone system in Storage Lot - Front Gate cameras (still under review) NW Vendor patrols – discontinued for now. But, you can do your own patrol by being vigilant – Remember – stuff happens in plain sight! NW Generator: Help Wanted: This donated well kept generator was donated to NW by a resident for emergency needs. It must be started once a month. It can at least keep some of our stuff going in case of….. So, any takers? Please call me if you want to be cranky once a month and start the generator. Flashlight care: in the NW Patrol golf cart These flashlights get used heavily too. Decision made today after trying out several types, to go back to the MagLight. We shall purchase 2 new ones. Help Wanted: We need a volunteer to keep up with the charging (once a week or so) McGruffmobile: (Please call me if there are any problems that need attention) A recommendation - upon completing Patrol, first - plug the electric cord into the outlet then adjust the switch to OFF (inside the golf cart). Last – check to see if you can hear “buzzing” indicating the charger is working. This order may insure it is charging. Help Wanted: Looking for someone to assist with routine care (water in the batteries etc.) until October. The NW Golf cart gets used several hours every evening. Rich Debackere maintains it during the winter season although major repairs are usually done under SEPO’s purview (as is any other of their equipment). Be-A-Buddy: things can get hectic during an urgent/emergency situation - so anticipating a problem and notifying your Buddy in advance can help mitigate confusion and anxiety. RED Envelope: This emergency paperwork is handy in case of……. It is a concise medical history form for each household member – to be completed – just fill in current medical information and keep it on the fridge. (EMS and the ER luvs it.) Block Captains – 9 streets: Essentially – a few folks on each block (street) with extra eyes & ears – knowing who’s home, who is friend or foe and who might be posing as a Bad Guy.etc. Sunshine has fewer residents during the Summer and the Bad Guys are in tune with tell-tale signs - newspapers left in the driveway, windows boarded up etc. Sent 2020-03-18: Closing Up For The Summer - Sunshine CC Estates Neighborhood Watch (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! Winter Texans – Closing Up for the Summer Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Dear NW-CERT Volunteers and Friends, On the Road Again….. Happy Trails Bon Voyage Fair Winds and Following Seas Your Neighborhood Watch will continue Summer Patrols but we are not a security company. These are tips for consideration that work. Bad Guys don’t take vacations – in fact they are planning on your trip! Operation ID -- Complete the form. Photograph all your stuff. The PD and NW will engrave your stuff. Keep this CD and form handy. Give one to a trusted friend or family member. The Insurance Company will be happy too. Better yet – take valuables with you. Who’s Your Buddy – is a neighbor going to keep an eye out????? Is your SEPO Emergency Contact Form updated? Please do Solar Lighting (around house) Bad Guys are allergic to light and noise. Lock doors & windows Close blinds & curtains Leave a light on Weather: What if we have a Hurricane or a Flood – other severe weather? Who’s gonna’ board up your windows (do you have plywood already cut?) Lawn & outside – Flying flower pots, lawn ornaments and furniture can be hazardous in a strong wind etc. Please secure them inside. Storage Lot: is your stuff secure. Does your shed have proper tie-downs? Inside your home: Strip bedding – let beds air out Vacuum floor etc – don’t leave crumbs behind Electricity & Water -- leave on or off?? Air conditioner – low setting Fridge – Pantry clean it out Unplug appliances – TV Radio Washer/Dryer Set lights & sprinklers on timers Stop your mail, newspaper etc Pest Control ?Leaving your vehicle behind Stuff in your garage - gas, propane, other hazards Sent 2020-03-18: Neighborhood Watch meeting notes - 16 March 2020 - Sunshine Neighborhood Watch – CERT Team (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Meeting Notes --- Monday 16 March 2020 Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Dear NW-CERT Volunteers and Friends, Opening Welcome Pledge of Allegiance Moment of Silence Residents were greeted at the door with a cautionary sign” SOCIAL DISTANCING”, HAND SANITIZER, TISSUES AND COFFEE & COOKIES. There was an assortment of CoVID19 flyers from CDC, American Red Cross and the City of Harlingen – Cameron County Public Health for review. Financial Report 16 March 2020 – available at the meeting First order of business: NW-CERT Coordinator request - I would like to review the following first, please John Chajac, SEPO Board President is here today to respond to questions. Current Business: Today we are confronted with a dilemma – let’s make a solution and a plan. There is a SEPO Residents Informational meeting this Wednesday and an opinion from you as a group would be productive to include in my report. 1. Front Gate Code – decide to change it or not NW discussion up in the air since November. Express your opinion – see the Suggestion Box near the Office 2. Keypad entry lock to Card Room & Exercise Room Building – concern that both codes are out there to one and all. Have you voiced your opinion – see the form for the Suggestion Box in the Office. 3. Vendor Patrols Established Dec 2011 after rash of home invasions and criminal mischief. Currently disbanded. I briefly discussed these issues (such as security breaches vs complacency etc.) with Board members back in Nov, Dec and Jan. The out-going Board voted to disband it last month – John says to bring it to the attention of new Board for re-consideration. Express your opinion – see the Suggestion Box in the Office. Open forum for resolution suggestions. Please be there. John Chajac, SEPO Board President was on hand for questions and concerns. Specifically, we again addressed the recent SEPO Board decision to abandon the Vendor program. The SEPO Minutes 18 February 2020 reflect “the Board’s decision not to back this program as long as the gate remains open, garage and estate sales happen and anyone can drive through here during the day”. Last month, at the February 17th NW meeting the members voted unanimously to keep the Vendor Program in place. We also wanted to community to weigh in. Since there were only 5 or 6 SEPO “ Suggestion Complaint & Idea Forms” submitted recently from residents supporting and wanting to keep the program – the decision stood. There were no forms submitted opposing the decision either. (John and I had not submitted a Suggestion form because it was well known we were in strong opposition of the decision and were in strong favor of keeping the program and did not want to unduly push our opinion on anyone.) NEW BUSINESS: Summer scheduling: The following areas are in need of volunteers and whatever time and talent you have to offer will be extremely appreciated. A specific job description will be given but nothing involves too much time – it’s the commitment. Patrols – Linda Jones Summer patrol schedule under construction (April – October) We can always us volunteers. -- You will be well oriented and not own the job forever. McGruffmobile care: (Please call me if there are any problems so it can be fixed) 1. Rich Debackere reported he checked out the McGruffmobile after several reports of it dying on the job. He said the cause seemed to possibly be a wire. (new batteries were installed on 24 Dec 2019 and a new headlight bar was installed in January) A possible solution: upon completing Patrol, first - plug the electric cord into the outlet then adjust the switch to OFF (inside the golf cart). Last – check to see if you can hear “buzzing” indicating the charger is working. 2. Help Wanted: Looking for someone to assist with routine care (water in the batteries etc.) until October. The NW Golf cart gets used several hours every evening. Rich Debackere maintains it during the winter season although major repairs are usually done under SEPO’s purview (as is any other of their equipment). Flashlight care: These flashlights get used heavily too. Decision made today after trying out several types, to go back to the MagLight. We shall purchase 2 new ones. Help Wanted: We need a volunteer to keep up with the charging (once a week or so) Generator care: Help Wanted: This donated well kept generator was donated to NW by a resident for emergency needs. It must be started once a month. Discussion evolved around whether or not to keep it. So, any takers? If not, shall it be sold? Please share your opinion and let me know your decision by the Disaster Preparedness NW-CERT meeting 20 April 2020. Block Captains – 9 streets: Essentially – a few folks with extra eyes & ears – knowing who is a resident, who is friend or foe and who might be posing as a Bad Guy, etc. Sunshine has fewer residents during the Summer. Operation ID: Contact me. Invoice forms available – you take note of the item, serial, make, model numbers and we (NW & PD) will engrave it. (free!) Then if your stuff grows legs, you will have a note of all this. Better yet, take pictures, make a CD and have a few copies (you, a good friend and your insurance company.) SEPO Emergency Contact forms: Available at the Office – reminder - please keep this updated if you value your notifications. Hopefully you have submitted your info to Beth for the Website. RED Envelope: This idea has been around. It is a concise medical history form for each household member – to be completed – fill in current medical information – have this on hand in case of….. Most folks place this health history in its RED envelope and keep it on the fridge. (The ER luvs it.) Open discussion: Lighting around home (vacant or not) was a strong issue brought up again. The lack of this inspires Bad Guys – they luv the dark - and poses a threat to all of Sunshine. Solar lights are cheap and effective. Notice to Sunshine Residents via SEPOenews dated 15 March 2020 Ref: notice to residents from “NEXTDOOR” This is a private online social network as is Facebook and others providing a database for exchange of information such as posts about crime & safety issues, provider recommendations and pet notifications etc.. It came to my attention that emails and a mailing went out recently. They are using my name as an endorsement to use this free private online network. I did not or ever will send your info out there. Info you get from me comes from PD or a valued source only. Flotsam & Jetsam: Thanks to the CERT Team who walked with the Fire Department and to the Neighborhood Watch (dog too) who walked with the Police Department as part of the Healthy Harlingen program. Several of us from our CERT Program participated as instructors with the Save-A-Life program the City sponsored on Saturday 22 February -- Free training classes offered (not certification) FD – CERT - EMS:- Learn life-saving skills for Hands Only CPR, AED and Stop The Bleed HPD: - Active Violence/Critical Incident Training. A notice came down to curtail meetings and classes at PD and FD for now. CERT Teams were scheduled to attend the All Hazards Conference. It is cancelled. Reminder – March usually has a discussion about how to prepare your home for your trip back North. Let’s share some great suggestions. A list of suggestions was distributed for “Closing Up Your Home For The Summer” This includes suggestions for your shed in the Storage Lot too. April is Disaster Preparedness – your input. How To Be Prepared vs Shelter of Last Resort Open meeting Game plan: Everyone is encouraged seek a safe place in case of a Hurricane etc. We shall review securing your home here, routes, family member plans, medical tips and etc. Next meeting - let’s see where the COR-19 situation lies…… April usually is designed for Disaster Preparedness 20 April 3pm Sent 2020-03-16: Neighborhood Watch meeting -- Monday 16 March 3pm Retz Hall - Dear Friends, Hope to see you there for a quick meeting to get some issues settled. If you have not voiced your opinion on these three items mentioned, please do so. In April we shall discuss Disaster Preparedness. Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 NW-CERT Team Coordinator Sent 2020-03-15: Lenore on "Nextdoor" Web site - Dear Friends, Just learned that this website opportunity is abundantly out there again - using my name connected with SCCE posting crime & safety issues as an endorsement. I am NOT using it. NEXTDOOR is a private online social network as is Facebook and others providing a database for exchange of info. I have contacted the company repeatedly to take my name off their list. However, it resurfaces periodically. Use this if you choose. I did not send in your name or any of your information - and never, ever will do so. Our safe forum at Sunshine is our Neighborhood Watch meeting. (every 3rd Monday 3pm Retz Hall) Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 NW-CERT Coordinator Sent 2020-02-29 (Newsletter 03-2020) : Neighborhood Watch - CERT Team - Sunshine CC Estates Neighborhood Watch (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator, 956-245-1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Dear NW-CERT Volunteers, Residents and Friends: Our next NW-CERT meeting is Monday 16 March 2020 3pm Retzlaff Hall Coffee’s always on. Sunshine community is always invited. Please mark your calendars. This March issue addresses two topics – informational and the NW Vendor Program concern. Thanks to the Sunshine Women’s Club and you all for approving a payment for the McGruffmobile for new batteries and a new headlight which was recently installed. The NW – CERT March meeting typically entertains a discussion from you about how to prepare your home for your trip back North. Great suggestions are always welcome – let’s have some sharing of ideas. Is your SEPO Emergency Contact form up to date? Does your home have adequate solar lighting and noisy alarms to scare away Bad Guys or are you keeping it dark and cozy for them? We will also have a fun and informative “area-fam” golf cart tour around SCCE pointing out items of interest such as the Lift Station on Montana & Missouri and - why the alarm sounds when it is not working and WHO you should call, - what a transformer looks like (working or fried), - Utility poles and Meters that should be clear of foliage and other stuff etc, etc.. Please don’t miss out! April is our Disaster Preparedness meeting – covering your concerns and your input. How to Be Prepared vs become a Shelter of Last Resort from previous lessons learned. Evening Patrols change hours for the summer. Please contact Linda Jones for your opportunity. Our NW generator will need a summer volunteer to start it once a month – any takers? (Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sept and Oct). The McGruffmobile would like a buddy to check his batteries and etc. too. Any takers? The CERT Teams attend the All Hazards Conference every March in McAllen. (over 3000 attendees - among many other organizations, Public Health, LE, FD, EMS, Hospitals, Educational Institutions and NOAA) --- Networking, Training, Lectures, Break-out sessions etc. We will bring back the latest and greatest plus reveal the next named Hurricanes for 2020. The Harlingen Fire Department will be starting a CERT class………. Free! Saturday April 21 & 28 8am til 5p Saturday 4 April 8a – 2p (mock drill and graduation) I have applications. Prepare for everyday emergencies. Protect you and your family and your neighborhood in an emergency situation. Classes on What is CERT, Fire Safety, Disaster Psychology, Light Search & Rescue, Disaster Medical Ops, Disaster intelligence to support First Responders and more….. A Citizens Police Academy Class is also in the works. Applications available. Free! Penal Code SWAT Active Shooter K-9 Gangs Traffic safety Child Safety Seats Fingerprints Firearm Safety Use of Force Taser Court Documents A typical PD day Ride-Alongs etc. The American Red Cross - is looking for volunteers from communities (like ours) to go with the Fire Department and CERT. -- Project: Home Fire Preparedness (Harlingen area) Statistics: Deaths from fatal fire in USA = 7 a day. Goal: to reduce fire deaths & injuries by 25% in next 5 years. FIRE is fast hot dark and deadly. BTW - How’s your Smoke Alarm? Do you need a bed rattler? What about your CO2 alarm? ? Canaries 400 fatalities a year! Plan: Daylight Savings Time is Sunday 8 March – Are you ready? Check yours out. NW concern: Vendor Patrol Program etc. Please give the following security matters your attention. Recently we were confronted with a dilemma. The SEPO Board wants to disband (and essentially has) the NW Vendor Program. The new Board may wish to reconsider so your input is important. It was instituted in Dec 2011 after a rash of home invasions and criminal mischief. The VENDOR protocol was described in the November- December 2019 Sunshine newsletter. This was brought to your attention a month or two ago and again at the February Informational Meeting, the NW meeting and at Women’s Club. Game plan: Essentially the Vendor registers with us and you, the resident via a simple process – helps to point out good vehicles from the treasure hunters. They are issued a VENDOR hanging tag or a NW Orange card for identification purposes. Included in this program is also the vehicle “Vendor” Tag and the long term “Guest” tag for our regulars who do lawns and other work here etc.. Your opinion is important. Please take time to register your input on the following issues to the Board. For your convenience, there is a Sunshine form for Suggestions, Complaints and Ideas which is in the Office to the right of Valerie’s window. When completed return it to the Suggestion Box (looks like a mail box with a slit - painted a cream color). The NW program is not fool-proof but it does take a bite out of crime by intimidating Bad Guys. Safety and security is not convenient – it takes an investment from you. Complacency is what the Bad Guys bank on. NW is also a great marketing tool for home resales. According to the Bureau of Criminal Justice, over 40% of homes these days have an active NW which has proven to have a positive impact. 1. Front Gate Code – decision to change it or not, when and how often etc. NW discussion = up in the air since November – no action taken to change it yet. Typically, it has been changed yearly or so to keep the Bad Guys on their toes. 2. Keypad entry lock to Card Room, Exercise Room Building, Office Building and Retzlaff Hall – NW concern that these codes are all the same and are out there to one and all. Express your opinion – good idea or change it to another code or not. 3. Vendor Patrols (checking for orange card on vehicle dashboard if vehicle is not clearly advertised (such as Lowe’s, Home Depot, Air Conditioner Guy, Electrician, Rudy’s Roofing etc.) Established December 2011 after rash of home invasions and criminal mischief. A protocol came out in the November- December 2019 Sunshine newsletter – now it is currently disbanded by a Board decision. Do you want to reinstate the Vendor Program or not? Sent 2020-02-25: Call out for NW Patrol - Friday - Saturday 28 & 29 Feburary for Estate Sale - Dear Friends, In the past I have used our NW roster for a call-out. With Beth's approach for announcements for Sunshine, I shall take advantage of this modern technology. So, this is a call-out for Neighborhood Watch. Please do a random patrol during 8a - 5p - for both days, walk the dog, ride in your Golf Cart - but wear your Orange Vest - this gives the treasure hunters pause for thought. Estate Sales and Garage Sales generally are advertised and entice many visitors. Observe and report. Per usual, the family requested this. As always, the HPD & Combes will do an extra ATP (Area To Patrol) assignment thru here. Thanks Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 NW-CERT Coordinator 956 245 1276 Sent 2020-02-19: Neighborhood Watch invitation - Dear Friends, Chief Miryam Anderson personally invites us (and anyone from Sunshine) to join her in a friendly walk FRIDAY 21 February at 5:30pm at McKelvey Park. This is a part of Healthy Harlingen and she wants big numbers to beat out all the other competition that have been walking with the Mayor etc. Wear your Orange Vest. I have Vests if you do not have one. Meet her at 5pm at McKelvey entrance. See you there. Thanks. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 NW - CERT Coordinator Sent 2020-02-17: Neighborhood Watch meeting 3pm Monday 17 February 2020 - Dear Friends - Please come and welcome our 2 newly assigned Harlingen Police Officers - Sgt Charles Fechner who has replaced Sgt Michael Brooks (who is now assigned to Patrols) and our new NW liaison Officer Orlando Gonzalez. Topic of conversation is what's new in NW programs. Agenda on bulletin board in Library. There is a CERT class starting soon and another Citizens Police Academy class in the works. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Coordinator NW - CERT Sent 2020-02-11: Hats Off to Neighborhood Watch - Dear Friends - Hats Off to Neighborhood Watch Patrol from the other night whose vigilance and attention to detail prevented a serious flood from a watermain break - corner of Texas Ave & Montana. -- Lenore J Combs Sent 2020-01-31 (Newsletter 02-2020): Neighborhood Watch - CERT Team - Sunshine Neighborhood Watch – CERT Team (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Dear NW-CERT Volunteers, Residents and Friends, Next NW-CERT meeting will take place on Monday 17 February 2020 3pm Retzlaff Hall. Coffee’s always on. Cookie Bakers, please do a dozen. Our Sunshine community is always invited and especially the Board. Open lines of communication - a 2-way process that establishes trust by listening, sharing and supporting. Please mark your calendars. The February schedule will be out soon. Are you on it? This meeting will be committed to orientation and principles of practice of the NW-CERT Team. Was glad to see so many of our residents at Winter Texan Appreciation Day. We have new batteries and new head lights on the McGruffmobile. If any maintenance concerns come up – call me and we will look into it. Don’t forget, the Ambulances will be driving around here soon as part of an “area-fam” exercise and they will also have a test on where to find different places etc. Sunshine also has an S.O.S. Yelper installed on our Front Gate which allows Police, Fire and EMS to pull up to the Front Gate where they can sound their alert (signal) from their Unit and enter when the gate opens. EMS and Sunshine appreciates and enjoys the rapport we have established. Sunshine’s program of neighbors helping neighbors, the Be-A-Buddy Program, RED Envelope, NW and CERT all contribute to our readiness in case of…… National EMS week is traditionally celebrated in May. In 1974 President Gerald Ford authorized EMS Week to celebrate these EMS practitioners and the important work they do in our communities. Let’s thank them anytime for providing these everyday frontline lifesaving services. NAEMT partners with the American College of Emergency Practitioners together ensure the that the important contributions of safeguarding the health, safety and well-being of their community are constantly being met. Our AED just had its 3rd birthday and we gave it new batteries. It lives in a wall-mounted box in the Pool area next to the double doors coming out of the Library. It is always available for demonstration – just call us and we always have CPR-AED info at the monthly NW meetings. If you need the AED, you must ALWAYS call 911 first. Utilize your Be - A - Buddy system when anticipating a medical concern. Once you call Emergency Services, they want you to stay on your phone dealing with your emergency. Your Buddy can summon more assistance to send someone to Front Gate and turn on the RED Rotating Light switch to alert the EMS for the correct location – even get the AED. Grab your RED envelope with your current health history – (and your sweater) and you’re good to go. Plan a little drill in your head - where’s your emergency phone numbers, charging cord for the phone, meds; whose gonna take care of the pet etc. Some folks addressed a 911 phone be made available? poolside or someplace. Great topic for the SEPO Board. Please place your ideas on paper and submit them in the Suggestion Box in the Office. Maybe it’s time to change the Front Gate Code - start the year off on a safe and secure note. Think about it. Flotsam and Jetsam: Leap Day 29 February 2020 Leap Day tradition is steeped in Irish and Scottish tradition. History has it - St. Brigid asked St. Patrick permission for women to have this day to propose marriage. Or - try some great recipes like Shepherd’s pie. Stay in touch – love – living – healing - learning. Reinforce your New Years resolution with 4 Things To Do Before Next Leap Year! Sent 2020-01-26: Ambulance familiarity run at Sunshine - Dear Friends, Starting Wednesday about 9a, and on Thursday & Friday, there will be many ambulances coming thru Sunshine CC Estates on a drill. They will also be going thru Encore and Lakeside. They are not lost and there is no emergency. They are looking for certain areas and for our streets etc. Pete Moreno, EMS Supervisor has also given the drivers a test. This is a common practice. Thank you. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 NW-CERT Coordinator Sent 2020-01-26: Neighborhood Watch News - Dear Friends, Reminder: NO Neighborhood Watch meeting this Monday! We will all be at the Winter Texan Appreciation Day program at the Harlingen Convention Center by Sam's - Come on down - 1p - 4p You'll enjoy it. Friday & Saturday -January 17 & 18 8am til 1pm there will be a Garage Sale in Sunshine. Because treasure hunters may have other intentions - watch out for your stuff. Keep golf carts, bicycles, and other goodies out of sight or locked up is better. Would like to stand up a roving Patrol - walk, run or ride with your Orange vest. Let visitors know the "eyes of Sunshine are upon them". Town Hall meeting in Sebastian - Lyford with Harlingen PD. John and I and Norm from Encore were invited. The Sheriff's Department is seeking to develope a system such as ours but in a rural community covering miles. We had an opportunity to discuss Neighborhood Watch, CERT and Citizens Police Academy. Officers Joe Gonzalez and Hector Villegas gave the Police side. Bill Synder reviewed CERT and we spoke about our NW and its effectiveness. Also, Crimestoppers was there and several other like entities with many interested residents anxious to fill the gap addressing community strengths and shortcomings. This would be a community thing with neighbors helping neighbors. They would not have police powers or act in any official capacity but be taught ordinary things for ordinary citizens. We felt very proud to be asked to exchange ideas and especially brag on Sunshine. (That's why we are the premier NW program in Harlingen). See ya - Lenore J Combs Sent 2019-12-27 (Newsletter 01-2020): Neighborhood Watch – CERT Team - Sunshine Neighborhood Watch – CERT Team (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Dear NW-CERT Volunteers, Residents and Friends, We wish you all a Merry Christmas and holiday season and we are “looking” forward to the 2020 New Year for another successful, healthy year. Perhaps a New Year’s resolution to ponder would be to consider becoming a volunteer. Offering your time and talent is a valuable asset. Giving back is among the most important and valuable things a person can do. You all have a great capacity to accept challenges and volunteering is a win-win for everybody. Helping others makes you feel good. Fulfilling a responsibility makes you happier and it is a fact that happier people give back more and giving makes more people happy. Participating in a community event or a neighborhood organization builds a sense of community and provides valuable services to us. We all want Sunshine to be a safe place to live. Getting to know your neighbors also increases a sense of personal security and connection to those around us = critical support. A proven fact - giving and being unselfish can protect your health and prolong your life. Every day that goes by without helping another is an opportunity missed. So, our next NW-CERT meeting will take place on Monday 20 January 2020 3pm Retzlaff Hall. Coffee’s always on. Our Sunshine community is always invited and especially the Board. An open line of communication is a 2-way process that establishes trust by listening, sharing and supporting. Please mark your calendars. This meeting will be committed to orientation and principles of practice of the NW-CERT Team. As a reminder, the City of Harlingen will be having their Winter Texan Appreciation Day at the new Convention Center over by Sam’s Club – that program will just get you all warmed up for NW at 3pm. Thanks again to each and every one who has made the Sunshine Neighborhood Watch and our CERT Team Harlingen’s premier group. Two of our residents and NW volunteers – Jerry and Larry just completed the 40-hour class for Citizen’s Police Academy at the Harlingen PD. Congrats to them. Maybe it’s time to change the Front Gate Code - start the year off on a safe and secure note. Sent 2019-12-16: Cancelled - Neighborhood Watch meeting for Monday 16 DEC 2019 - Dear Friends, Cancel today's December 16 meeting. Have a great Christmas. Lenore J Combs Sent 2019-11-27 (Newsletter 12-2019): Neighborhood Watch – CERT Team - Sunshine Neighborhood Watch – CERT Team (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! NL Article for DECEMBER 2019 Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Dear Friends, A bit late but Happy Thanksgiving and thanks for making Sunshine a great place to live. May you all have a blessed Christmas and Holiday season forever. Our next meeting is Monday, 16 December 2019, 3pm Retz Hall – agenda under construction – open to ideas, maybe even an open orientation to our mission. Suggestions welcome. The November meeting drew a focus to the community’s AED and Stop the Bleed Bags. These items are becoming a common thing just like the Fire Extinguisher. Pete Moreno, Supervisor of STEC EMS - Harlingen, was originally scheduled, and was unable to be with us because he had been selected to be an instructor for the ALERT class for the City of Harlingen. (Auxiliary Law Enforcement Response Team). Training is about crucial support – non emergency - in the hours after a disaster - from assisting with some police tasks – traffic, etc. working with other volunteer groups, medical, animal control, supplies, sheltering and so on. BTW….. ALICE Training: – Alert --Lockdown --Inform --Counter --Evacuation is training for Workplace, schools, communities, healthcare, business, houses of worship, organizations etc. – proactive strategies to improve chance of survival during active shooter event. This class is for civilians and is coming to Harlingen. Jerry Drost and Larry Leach have been graduated from the HPD Citizens Police Academy, a 40-hour class – Police Department operations and training, SWAT, K-9, Penal Code, Court Documents, Use of Force, Firearm safety – etc. Since several of us here are also members, we congratulate them, thank them for attending and will be anxious to have them participate in all our activities. There is a NW-CERT bulletin board in the Library. Sgt. Brooks has updated a NW Guide for us and is available at the meeting. The 2019 – 2020 Welcome Letter is out for residents. A copy is available in the Office and on the Web site here: https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/nw-welcome-letter BTW – CERT will start up a class after the first of the year with Harlingen Fire Department. Instruction on Disaster Ops, Light Search & Rescue, Medical Ops, Disaster Psychology etc. very interesting. Sign up! Thanks to Sally & Tom Hardy for volunteering to keep up with the Flashlight batteries in the McGruffmobile. Special Thanks to Ray Parker as he has done this job diligently and faithfully for the last several years as Bill Del Sardo before him. Simple but necessary job. Will need a volunteer or two for the Summer 2020 too. McGruffmobile – please notify Lenore if there are any concerns with the golf cart or its equipment. Rich Debackere will be looking after mechanical needs etc. (tires, batteries, general condition etc.) McGruff gets “rode hard and put up wet”, so please take good care of it on Patrol. Generator - This was a gifted item for NW in case of….. It needs to be cranked monthly. Wade has the key – he has done this service for the summer. Thanks to him for a job well done and appreciated. Dick & Linda Jones will check it monthly during the winter schedule. We are looking for someone to volunteer for the summer 2020 as well. (My philosophy – nobody should own a job forever, so your Neighborhood Watch needs all your help it can get) Patrol Schedule: Linda Jones -December is out – January is in the works. Contact Linda if you wish to help. You will be fully oriented. Holiday Season is here. Are you prepared for safety and security? Please take a personal inventory – there are forms on the NW bulletin board. Bad Guys are already making plans to have a happy holiday at your expense. Buzzers and solar lights….. still a good idea – some Sunshine areas are not lit up leaving these areas very dark. Hide your packages in your truck – lock your car doors – don’t leave TV boxes out in the street for all to see – makes a great invitation. Etc. etc. VENDORS and CONTRACTORS – must report to Office for Orange Cards. It is each resident’s responsibility to make sure they report to the Office to register. Please call Lenore for concerns and questions - I can also get you these Orange cards. Emphasis – if there is a vehicle in here without ID – consider it suspicious. Inquire nicely as to the nature of their business – if it smells fishy – get the PLATE! And we have No Trespassing - No Soliciting signs all over. Walking solicitors – even with shirts (fake or not) are not allowed – they could be up to no good. Block Captains – who’s where? Would be nice to have a few volunteers per street to be eyes & ears….. Montana Nebraska Missouri Michigan Indiana Wisconsin Iowa Minnesota Kansas Preferably one or two folks per street. IR Sensaphone – Storage Lot – phone system for notification of breech in fence…… Other stuff: Finger Lickin’ Chicken fundraiser for NW expenses planned for 10 Jan 2019 – Friday Our world famous grillin’ team will be out doin’ Finger Licken’ Chicken. Expect ETA about 4pm – Meet in Retzlaff Hall to Dine In or Take Out. Game plan TBD. Winter Texan Appreciation Day – January - Harlingen Convention Center - Monday 20 January 2020. We will have a booth – please come and enjoy the day with us. Women’s Club Commercial - EVENTS Board on Office wall – jump in and sign up. It takes a village….. Sent 2019-11-17: NeighborhoodWatch - CERT Agenda for Monday 18 Nov 2019 - This is an open meeting - y'all are invited - Lots of info to share. See the Agenda below. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Coordinator NW - CERT Team Sunshine Neighborhood Watch – CERT Team (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! Meeting Agenda – Monday – 18 November 2019 Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Dear NW-CERT Volunteers and Friends, Our Sunshine community is invited….. Please mark your calendars for this important meeting. Our focus will be CPR and the AED, a touch of First Aid with emphasis on Stop The Bleed so John Combs and I will review some highlights relating to our community. Pete Moreno, Supervisor of STEC EMS, originally scheduled, is unable to be with us because he has been selected to be an instructor for the ALERT class for the City of Harlingen. (Auxiliary Law Enforcement Response Team). Training about crucial support – non emergency - in the hours after a disaster.- from assisting with some police tasks – traffic, etc working with other volunteer groups, medical, animal control, supplies, sheltering and so on. BTW….. ALICE Training: – Alert --Lockdown --Inform --Counter --Evacuation training for Workplace, schools, healthcare, business, houses of worship, organizations etc. – proactive strategies to improve chance of survival during active shooter event. Welcome, Pledge of Allegiance, Moment of Silence – thoughts for special intentions Introduction of guests or new residents This is an open meeting and we welcome everyone. Coffee is always on. The agenda is a planning guide. Treasurer’s Report Finger Lickin’ Chicken fundraiser planned for 10 Jan 2019 – Friday New Business Help Wanted – need a volunteer or two to keep up with the Flashlite batteries in the McGruffmobile. Thanks to Ray Parker as he has done this job for the last several years as Bill Del Sardo before him. Simple but necessary job. Will need a volunteer for the Summer too. Patrol Schedule: Linda Jones November is out and December is in the works. Contact Linda if you wish to help. Old Business Generator - Wade has the key – he has done this service for the summer and will get it to Dick & Linda Jones). They will check it monthly during the winter schedule. We are looking for someone to volunteer for the summer as well. (My philosophy – nobody should own a job forever, so your Neighborhood Watch needs all your help it can get) Sgt. Brooks has updated a NW Guide for us and is available at the meeting. The 2019 – 2020 Welcome Letter is out for residents. Reminder: (still an active concern) VENDORS and CONTRACTORS – must report to Office for Orange Cards. It is each resident’s responsibility to make sure they report in. I thought earlier we may even need to hire a guard to check IDs at the Front Gate but so far so good. Please call Lenore and I can also get you these ID cards. Emphasis – if there is a vehicle in here without ID – consider it suspicious. Inquire nicely as to the nature of their business – if it smells fishy – get the PLATE! McGruffmobile – please notify Lenore if there are any concerns with the golf cart or its equipment. Rich Debackere will be looking after mechanical needs etc. (tires, batteries, general condition etc. McGruff gets “rode hard and put up wet”, so please take good care of it on Patrol, please. Buzzers and solar lights….. still a good idea – some Sunshine areas are not sunny leaving these areas very dark. Block Captains – who’s where? Montana Nebraska Missouri Michigan Indiana Wisconsin Iowa Minnesota Kansas Preferable one ort wo folks per street – just being “eyes & ears”…… IR Sensaphone – Storage Lot – phone system for notification of breech in fence…… Other stuff: Christmas Golf Cart Parade Saturday 7 December line up 4:30pm etc Woman’s Club sponsors 1st 2nd and 3rd prize for decorated Golf carts This year, Encore is the host for refreshments. City of Harlingen Annual Jay Cees Parade Friday 6 Dec FLC Friday 10 January – fundraiser for Neighborhood Watch Our world famous grillin’ team will be out doin’ Finger Licken’ Chicken. Expect ETA about 4pm – Meet in Retzlaff Hall to Dine In or Take Out. Game plan TBD. Winter Texan Appreciation Day January Casa D’Amistad Monday 20 January 2020 We will have a booth – please come and enjoy the day with us. Women’s Club Commercial - EVENTS Board on Office wall. Sent 2019-10-31 (Newsletter 11-2019): Sunshine Neighborhood Watch – CERT - Monday 18 November is our next meeting, 3pm Retz Hall, Coffee & cookies always. Additional info about the following topics are below. McGruffmobile Patrol Schedule: Linda Jones Operation ID Mr. Fix It List Finger Lickin’ Chicken fundraiser Vendors and Contractors Generator Buzzers and solar lights Block Captains IR Sensaphone See ya at 3pm on Monday 18 November – Retz Hall Lenore Combs Sunshine Neighborhood Watch – CERT Team (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Dear Friends Monday 18 November is our next meeting 3pm Retz Hall Coffee & cookies always. Harlingen Police Department will be there to orient us to NWtrends and other information. Harlingen EMS will be sending drivers to street orientation so don’t be frightened if you see a lot of ambulance traffic. They also want to do a First Aid, CPR – AED and Stop The Bleed talk for us soon. OCTOBER was Fire Prevention Month and our local Harlingen Fire Department was here to teach us about fire safety. Richard Alvarez, HFD Fire Inspector conducted the exercise. We had a hands-on demonstration lesson with an electronic training tool from HFD on how to use a fire extinguisher and how to safely put out a fire. Remember, the fire extinguisher goes between you and the fire while you make your safe exit out! Our CERT Team also practices with this training tool. In 1922, the National Fire Protection Association named the second week of October in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire in 1871. Let’s raise awareness, educate our families and our community. 3 out of every 5 home fire deaths resulted from fires in homes with no working smoke alarms Less than 50% of homeowners have an escape plan 60% of consumers do not test their smoke and CO alarms in their home Maybe Sunshine can put a dent in theses stats! We also took a test to spirt conversation and heighten people’s awareness on fire prevention and fire safety. Here are the answers: 40 -- once a month-- every year in October-- every 10yr-- 2 -- pass -- three feet -- 2x a year -- 2 minutes -- activation -- on the back -- remove the smoke alarm -- all of the above -- If 1 sounds, they all sound-- every sleeping room -- go outside and stay out -- 11pm to 7 am-- no working or no smoking smoke alarms-- have missing or disconnected batteries -- cooking -- all of the above Brochures etc. were left in the Library c/o Harlingen Fire Dept. -- Fire Extinguishers AtWork, Home Smoke Alarms, Carbon Monoxide Alarms, Safety for Older Consumers-Home safety Checklist and After The Fire – Returning to Normal. Then we checked out the fire suppression system above our stove in the kitchen area. Roughly 50% + fires start form cooking equipment. Prevention is key. Grease fires are a major consideration – for safety and certainly a less expensive option than repairing fire & smoke damage. These nozzles are in the hood exhaust. Wet chemicals will discharge directly over the source of the fire. Fire needs 3 things to thrive – oxygen, heat and fuel. So these wet chemicals are engineered to quickly put out the fire by covering the flames and starving the oxygen. When the system trips the gas lines to the stove will also be cut off therefore depriving the fire of fuel. This system is checked by a Fire Inspector just as our ordinary fire extinguishers are. McGruffmobile – please notify Lenore if there are any concerns with the golf cart or its equipment. Also need someone to assist with some general care and feeding of McGruff. – such as Flashlight checks, battery check, tires – simple stuff. When we get big stuff reported it then gets arranged for repairs. I check the First Aid Kit periodically. Patrol Schedule: Linda Jones November is out – still looking for more support for Patrols, please. Contact Linda if you wish to help out. Everyone is oriented. If there is a serious or almost serious concern while on Patrol, please notify me rather than just leave a note in the log book 956 245 1276 Lenore Combs Our monthly meetings are a good forum for ideas, concerns and etc. Please come. (Monday -18 Nov 3pm Retz Hall.) As a reminder, one of the perks of a NWis our rapport with HPD and Combes PD – they take good care of us and so - don’t be afraid to call in suspicious activity or worse -- 911 emergency or 956 245 5940 for suspicious activity. Operation ID – sign up sheet Operation ID Inventory sheet – available in the Library If you are interested, call me 956 245 1276 Sgt. Brooks has updated a NWGuide for us and is available in the Library The 2019 – 2020 Welcome Letter is out for residents. Mr. Fix It List = as a reminder, please let the community know by providing updates with the “good guys” and also let the Office know of the not so good guys. There were some “shade tree clean-up crews” after the flood and a Buyer Beware mentality should be common knowledge. This is not necessarily a NWproject but one we should support. Finger Lickin’ Chicken fundraiser planned for NW budget. - 10 Jan 2019 – Friday Our world famous HFD cooking crew will be out here grilling the bestest FLC you ever ate – yum yum. What a painless way to support your NW-CERT Team. Serving will begin about 4pm in Retz Hall – Dine In or Take Out. Stay tuned. Reminder: (still an active concern) VENDORS and CONTRACTORS – must report to Office for Orange Cards. It is each resident’s responsibility to make sure they report in. I thought earlier we may even need to hire a guard to check IDs at the Front Gate but so far so good. Please call Lenore and I can also get you these ID cards. Emphasis – if there is a vehicle in here without ID – consider it suspicious. Inquire nicely as to the nature of their business – if it smells fishy – get the PLATE! Generator - Wade has the key and checked it monthly during the summer Any volunteers for winter?? Call me 956 245 1276 Buzzers and solar lights….. still a good idea – some areas are still very dark. Hope you all will consider solar lights especially when you are up North. Bad Guys hate lights. Block Captains – who’s where? Montana Nebraska Missouri Michigan Indiana Wisconsin Iowa Minnesota Kansas Job description – just “eyes & ears” for your block. 2 – 4 volunteers for each street depending on the length – covering 9 streets – simple and very necessary. IR Sensaphone – Storage Lot – any volunteers to be on it????? Christmas Golf Cart Parade Saturday 7 December line up 4:30pm etc This is a Sunshine event – please support it. We have a Santa for the big red truck (HFD) and a Police Escort Refreshments are at Encore this year We will cover a big square in both Encore and Sunshine with lots of fun and noise. Women’s Club sponsors 1st 2nd 3rd place prizes for us – for decorated Golf Carts See ya at 3pm on Monday 18 November – Retz Hall Sent 2019-09-30 (Newsletter 10-2019): Sunshine Neighborhood Watch – CERT - Sunshine Neighborhood Watch – CERT Team (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Dear NW-CERT Volunteers and Friends, The October schedule is posted in the Library from Linda Jones. Thank you to the Summer volunteers for your huge effort in covering Patrols this long hot summer. Sgt Michael Brooks HPD and fellow Officers produced a new version guide for NW. It is posted on the NW bulletin board and will be available at our October meeting. Officer Alicia Garcia has resigned and we thank her for her service and wish her the best in her retirement years. Officer Orlando Gonzales will be our liaison. I have worked with him before on other projects and we will enjoy his expertise. Thanks to all who supported National Night Out in August for Harlingen and for Combes in September. Both Police Departments were most impressed by our community’s show of support in this annual initiative. This National Association of Town Watchers program has been celebrated since 1984. Recently the Dog Walker watch joined part of the program (that’s an idea for us)! NNO shines a light on community Police programs and increases connections between neighborhoods and those who serve. Thru a variety of programs such as crime prevention and drug prevention, this event provides valuable information for neighborhoods and empowers our citizens. We wish to extend an invitation to all our new residents and those who have not volunteered in the past. WIIFM? What’s in it for me? The Sunshine NW is a volunteer program designed to take a bite out of crime and take a more active role in keeping Sunshine safe. The Bad Guys are very creative on invading our space and you can make a difference. All of us have an obligation to take precautions to promote collective security and limit criminal activity. Our local Police Departments have provided lots of attention to assist us. There is an informative “Welcome” letter about NW available (in the Office) to you and it is posted in the Library at the NW-CERT area. Our meetings are every 3rd Monday of the month at 3pm in Retzlaff Hall. Coffee is always on. Please join us. Monday - 21 Oct, 18 Nov, 16 Dec, 20 Jan, 17 Feb, 16 Mar. The Harlingen PD also holds a Citizen Police Academy annually (one coming soon). A typical class schedule – Community Policing, Court Prep, Crime Stoppers, Crime Scene Unit, Investigative Services, Criminal Law, Gangs, SWAT, Self Defense, K-9, Narcotics, Firearm Safety, Use of Force, Public relations, Ride-Alongs in Police Units and more. Don’t miss out. A word about CERT - Community Emergency Response Team – learn how to hold down the fort until professional help arrives. This volunteer service is provided by the Harlingen Fire Department. BTW – October is Fire Prevention Month. Classes are given throughout the year – stay tuned. Some topics covered include Fire Safety, Light Search & Rescue, Team Organization, Disaster Psychology Disaster Medical Ops and more. SCCE even sponsored a Train-The Trainer Mock Disaster Drill with a hands-on simulated explosion in Retz Hall with injuries, a severe Woodshop injury, a near-drowning and other demonstrations. Great learning opportunity. Should be a CERT Class coming in January. In fact, The Harlingen CERT Team is assisting the Harlingen Emergency Management Team with several Emergency Preparedness Sessions at the Harlingen Cultural Arts Center near the Library. Discussions are on when to get prepared, how to create a family plan, items for your emergency kit, and more. Marsha Santow recently represented SCCE CERT Team at the 10th Year recognition with the Mayor. NW and CERT began after Hurricane Dolly in 2008. These efforts make us knowledgeable about being prepared and by working smarter, not harder. We have an AED (Automatic Emergency Defibrillator) by the pool. CPR classes are available. Always call 911 if intending to use this. Stop The Bleed – a new initiative – there are 3 “Stop the Bleed” red emergency bags, one in the Library by the NW-CERT bulletin board, one in the Woodshop and one at the Worker shed. Please use this for obvious reasons. It contains items for life threatening bleeding emergencies and is not the average First Aid Kit. Always call 911 if intending to use this. There is also an active shooter for concerned citizens class coming soon. If you wish to take this class, notify me. If you wish to be on our NW-CERT email list, send me your email address. See you Monday October 21st 3pm Retz Hall. You may call me for questions or concerns Sent 2019-04-17: NW - CERT "How to Safeguard Your Home Against Crime & Burglary" - Dear Friends, You can find a general list of suggestions from Sgt. Michael Brooks HPD by clicking on this title How to Safeguard Your Home against Crime and Burglary etc. SCCE has Operation ID already in place. Information and Inventory Lists are on the NW bulletin board in the Library. Along with a "property list", it is advised to make a photo CD of your stuff - the Insurance people will luv it. Call me for further info. Report All Suspicious Activity 956 216 5940 This is a non-emergency phone number to the Police Department. You will speak with a person - so please have your details ready. What - where - when - how - why etc. If you have an emergency or crime in progress call 911 Crime in progress: who - where - what - any weapons etc. DO NOT INTERVENE! Medical emergency: what- are they breathing, are they conscious, are they bleeding know your location - any other pertinent info. Also - a word about weather..... June - November = Hurricane Season According to a 30 year average prediction, there are 14 named storms, 6 predicted hurricanes including 2 major. There are Disaster materials in the Library for you. - Be Prepared! By the way, while on Patrol, your Neighborhood Watch became aware of lots of potential "flying stuff" laying around - especially in the Storage Lot. And is your shed tied down according to standards? Please be proactive and be prepared. 😊 -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 NW - CERT Coordinator Sent 2019-04-17 : NEXTDOOR - a social networking service - Dear NW-CERT Volunteers and Friends, Reference: NEXTDOOR – a social networking service. Please read the document found HERE in order to clear up some issues/questions concerning the NEXTDOOR Web site. Thx -- Lenore J Combs Sent 2019-04-17: on Calling 911 - There was a discussion concerning calling 911 at the April 15 NW-CERT meeting. No matter where you live it's definitely worth the read to assist you if you ever need to call 911. The document can be found HERE . -- Lenore J Combs Back to Top