Third Mutual Election Terminated; New Election will be Scheduled
Statement from Hillel Pitlik, Chairman for the Third Board Inspectors of Election
You are hereby notified that due to inadvertent deletions in the ballot instructions/ candidate statements, prepared by Martin and Chapman, the current election voting is hereby terminated. Please do not mail your election ballots.
The Board and Inspectors of Election are in the process of establishing a new election and that information will be posted as soon as available. Martin and Chapman will reprint and mail the ballots at no additional cost to the Third Laguna Hills Mutual.
If you have any questions, please call the Third Laguna Hills Mutual Election Hotline 949-268-2308.
Note: This DOES NOT affect the United Mutual ballots or election.
2011 Budget Calendar
Click here for a copy of the 2011 Budget Calendar, which includes meeting dates and locations where development of the 2011 Business Plan will take place.
Click here for a summary of United Business Planning meetings to date.
Click here for a summary of Third Business Planning meetings to date.
Click here for a summary of Mutual Fifty Business Planning meetings to date.
Click here for a summary of GRF Business Planning meetings to date.
United Election Ballot Instructions
Community Facilities Holiday Schedule
Some Recreation and Community facilities will be closed or have limited access on Monday September 6. Continue reading for a schedule.
Broadband moves to new offices, TV6 stays at Community Center
TV6 Monday Matinee to be Shown Twice Weekly
Laguna Woods Village E-Newsletter is here!
United Hard Surface Flooring Policy
On July 13, 2010 the United Laguna Hills Mutual Board of Directors unanimously passed a resolution to prohibit the installation of hard surface flooring in manors situated directly over another manor to address noise-related complaints. The resolution defines hard surface flooring as any flooring type other than carpet vinyl, or linoleum the Mutual’s original flooring types. Read on for more information.
Committee Seeks Residents' Name Suggestions for New Golf Building
9-11 Freedom Walk
Planned Power Outage Sept 9 Notification from SCE
SCE will soon be performing maintenance on the electrical system in the area. In order to perform this work safely, we must temporarily interrupt electric service and turn off power. This outage will allow SCE to upgrade aging infrastructure, make needed improvements, and complete other repairs.
Planned Outage # 416195 scheduled for Thursday, September 9, 2010 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Keep reading for affected locations.
PCM Employees Donate Blood to the American Red Cross
Clubhouse 1 Lighting Installation
The Clubhouse 1 parking lot lighting is being upgraded. Construction will require parking spaces to be blocked off. Spaces will be blocked off in phases to allow as much remaining parking availability as possible.
Visually Impaired Golf Clinics Return for the Summer
Seriously, each summer visually impaired residents gather at the Village greens to whack some little white balls around under the guidance of Golf Operations Manager and PGA Head Professional Roger Teel. Read on for how and why he does it.
United and Third Nominating Committees Looking for Candidates
The Nominating Committees of United and Third Mutual are looking for a few good candidates to run for the Board of Directors.
United will have three vacancies on the Board this fall, and Third will have four.
If you are a resident of United interested in running, call the chair of the Nominating Committee, Arthur Moss, at (949) 454-0662.
If you are a resident of Third interested in running, call the chair of the Nominating Committee, Denise Welch, at (949) 770-5760.
Door to Door and Phone Solicitation of Contractor Services
Identity theft can happen if you don't safeguard your mail
Office of Aging has Free Visors and Collapsible Cups Available
CA State Officials issue warning about short sale fraud
Turf Reduction Program & Water-Wise Gardens in United Mutual
The United board directed staff to explore ways to comply with the water restrictions in place by El Toro Water District. Given that turf grass is considered a high water usage plant, areas of turf where use is infrequent are being eliminated, and replaced in a newly created turf reduction program. Continue reading for updates and information.
Identity Theft Prevention and Victim Assistance Information from the IRS
Residents Experiencing more Bees in the Village
The number of calls to Property Services regarding honey bees is up this year. Residents should be aware that due to slightly more rainfall this past season and milder than normal weather year to date, a definite increase in honey bee swarms and colonies has been recorded in Laguna Woods Village as well as  surrounding regions. As a result, there is an increased likelihood that some of these colonies may display the more aggressive behavior that is typical of Africanized honeybees when protecting their colony.
Furthermore, given that several years ago, the Orange County Agricultural Department declared that all honey bees should be considered to be Africanized honeybees, it is recommended that residents be especially cautious should they see a colony of bees, and report the colony location to Property Services at 597-4600.
Hives or colonies can usually be identified when honey bees are observed entering or exiting an opening in a structure of some sort that would provide shelter for the colony. Honey bees observed hovering about flowering trees and shrubs are usually foraging for pollen and typically pose no threat to the public.
El Toro Golf Tunnel out of Service
Building 3486 Fire- Updates
Plan-A-Ride Bus System expanded July 10, 2010
The Laguna Woods Village Transportation Department has just rolled out Phase 3, which converted Saturdays 8-9 AM and 5-6 PM to Plan-A-Ride. This means that buses that serve the community every Sunday and Saturday during the off-peak hours of 8-9 AM and 5-6 PM will require residents to make a reservation by noon on the day before their trip. Call the Plan-A-Ride Hotline at 949-268-2590 or make an online reservation at www.lagunawoodsvillage.com.
El Toro Water District Rate Increase Effective July 1st
Village Recycling Programs- Update
OC Office on Aging Offers Free Farmer's Market Vouchers
The Orange County Office on Aging at 1-800-510-2020 now has farmers’ market voucher booklets available. Each booklet contains $20 worth of coupons to be used at an Orange County certified farmers’ market to pay for fruits, vegetables, and edible herbs. The coupons expire November 30, 2010.
Keep reading to find out how to get a free voucher booklet.
Group seeks Reverse Mortgages for Co-ops
The City gives the Village Golf Snack Bar "Award of Excellence"
A Message from the General Manager
CPSC: Maytag recalling almost 2 million dishwashers over fire concerns
Seat Belt Ticket Increases to $142
Moulton Smart Street Improvements- City of Laguna Woods Update
The City of Laguna Woods plans to widen Moulton Avenue for bike lane and sidewalk improvements, and the widening will require the exchange of some land owned by Laguna Woods Village. Read on for more information.
The Laguna Woods Village 2010 Senior Games
Read on for information about the event and to see the results.
National Survey Affirms Community Association Success
Published by the Community Associations Institute
For the fourth time over a span of 10 years, community association residents have told pollsters they are satisfied with their homeowners associations, condominium communities and cooperatives.
Independent, national research conducted by Zogby International in December 2009 showed that seven in ten community association residents are satisfied in their communities, with only 12 percent expressing some level of discontent and 17 percent neither satisfied nor unsatisfied.
More than 60 million Americans reside in an estimated 305,000 association-governed communities, from town home communities and cooperatives to high-rise condominiums and city-size master-planned associations.
Third and United ask WARE to reduce the number of newspaper bins in the Community
June 2010: Newspaper recycling bins can be found in the trash enclosures in the Carport, laundry room areas or underground garages throughout Laguna Woods Village. In each location, there are two or more newspaper recycling bins. Frequently, both newspaper bins are not full by pickup day, so the community has been paying for more pickups than needed. The Third Mutual and the United Mutual Landscape Committees have directed WARE Disposal to remove one newspaper bin from each location throughout their mutuals. The removal of the bins will be phased in over a period of several weeks.
If the removal of a bin in an enclosure leads to newspaper overflow of the remaining bin, please call Property Services at (949) 597-4600 to report the problem.
Annual Guest Pass and Non-Resident Pass Applications
Golf Starter Building Information
Based on the recommendations of the Golf Building Ad Hoc Committee the GRF Board has authorized the expenditure of funds to pay for the planning and architectural services necessary to construct a new Golf Building and associated site improvements. Read on for more information and drawings of the proposed building.
NOTICE - "No Right Turn on Red" signs installed on El Toro
The City of Laguna Woods has installed “No Right Turn on Red” signs for west-bound traffic on El Toro at the following intersections:
- Avenida Sevilla (Entrance to Gate 5)
- Town Centre Drive (East driveway to the Community Center)
- Calle Sonora (Entrance to Gate 7)
Be aware and drive cautiously.
New Tear-Off Form Required on all Approved Community Event Flyers
Laguna Woods Village awarded three CAI-OC Awards
Visual Tour of Laguna Woods Village
A visual tour of the Laguna Woods Village community is available in DVD ($15 each). Be the first to experience Resort Living, California Style as you are guided through this coastal community located in beautiful Southern California. Come to the Community Center Third Floor - TV6 Studio or please send your check or money order, made payable to Laguna Woods Village to: Golden Rain Foundation P.O. Box 2220 Laguna Hills, CA 92654. Allow 7-10 business days for shipping and handling.
(Prices Subject to Change)
Laguna Woods Village Year in Review
Keep reading for accomplishment highlights from Laguna Woods Village in 2009.
Village at Work
Keep reading to watch episodes of Village at Work, a series that focuses on the operations of the Village.
Laguna Woods Village has a Facebook Page!
Pilot Recycling Program Bin Locations in Laguna Woods Village
 There are currently 99 "Blue Bins" in Laguna Woods Village, under a pilot recycling program with bins purchased by the City of Laguna Woods, conducted by WARE. Read on for a list of blue bin locations in GRF, United, and Third.
Check your Atrium Drains Regularly
Beginning in January 2010, GRF Cable Operation will be managed by Connexion Technologies
New Fee Structure for GRF Broadband Premium Movie Packages
Laguna Woods Village Voted Best of the Best
Laguna Woods Village has been voted "Best Retirement Community" in Orange County for the fifth year in a row!
Questions About Daytime Irrigation
Water Conservation and Water Supply Shortage Program
From El Toro Water District- New Mandatory Rules for El Toro Water District Water Users.
The Village is now on Twitter!
 Now there is a new way to get up to the minute news and information on Laguna Woods Village, by following Laguna Woods Village on Twitter. Read on to learn more.
The City Can Help Dispose of Your Old TV and other Household Hazardous Waste!
The CA Integrated Waste Management Board Recognizes the Village for being Green
.jpg) Laguna Woods Village has earned special recognition from the California Integrated Waste Management Board through its 2008 Waste Reduction Awards Program (WRAP). Keep reading for more details.
What to do if you see a Coyote
Notice: Elevator Permits in the Community
San Sebastian Housing Development - Project Update
Laguna Woods Pet Limit Regulations Effective July 1, 2009
The Village Made the Front Page of the NY Times!
The New York Times ran a front page article featuring Laguna Woods Village. Click here to read the article online!
An Important Conservation Message from El Toro Water District
More High Definition Programming Offered in Laguna Woods Village
As of June 1, 2009, Broadband Services has added more high-definition (HD) programming. Read on for more information.
Water Saving Tips for Toilets
Set-Top Converter Box FAQs
Click here to read a list of frequently asked questions about set-top converter boxes offered by Broadband.
Membership List - "Opt-Out" Option
Per the requirements of state legislation (Assembly Bill 1098) enacted on July 1, 2006, residents have the right to opt-out of having their names included in membership lists that residents or their representatives can request for member-related purposes. Residents can print this form to "Opt-out".
Village Has Saved Millions
Laguna Woods Village saves $35 Million Thanks to Cost-Conscious Moves by Professional Community Management.
Always have your license with you when you drive in the Village!
The Security Department would like to remind drivers that a license is required to operate a motor vehicle in Laguna Woods Village according to the Traffic Rules and Regulations, Sections 2.1 and 3.0. Any person driving in Laguna Woods Village must have their valid driver’s license in their possession while operating a motor vehicle (Traffic Rules and Regulations, Section 3.0). The licensing rule does not apply to golf carts.
Any person driving without a valid license in their possession may be fined $200 by GRF for the first offense (Traffic Rules and Regulations, Section 12.5).
So before you drive your motor vehicle, make sure you have your valid driver’s license with you!
DPTF presented Award for Excellence by the OC Red Cross
The Laguna Woods Village Disaster Preparedness Task Force (DPTF) has been presented the Award for Excellence in Disaster Preparedness by the Orange County Red Cross. The “Award for Excellence in Disaster Preparedness” is established to recognize companies and organizations for their superior emergency preparedness plan(s). Read on for more information.
New Above-Ground Fuel Tanks
GRF Formally Commends Fire Station 22
Kurt Rahn Receives CACM Vision Award
For Guardians, Heirs, Executors, or Trustees
Pre-planning is the key to avoiding hardships on Heirs who have been appointed to handle estate matters. This information is intended to aide residents and Estate Administrators (executors, trustees, administrators, and administrators with will annexed, or special administration) and other interested persons about access to the community, safeguarding the manor, use of the manor, monthly HOA dues, and transfer of ownership after death of the sole owner of a property.
Watching out for Real Estate Scams
The Orange County Association of Realtors has published valuable information on how to avoid real estate scams. Read on for more information.
For Pop, Pride and Country
Village resident Julian Ertz is the last man to have played for Pop Warner, the famous American football coach.
Laguna Woods Village Apparel Available at the Golf Pro-Shops
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Laguna Woods Village Golf Apparel is available at the Golf Pro Shops. Read on to see lots more merchandise! |
Village Disaster Plan Announced
Click for an overview of the Village Disaster Plan and to download a detailed summary of the plan.
Orientation for New Residents
New Resident Orientation Meetings are held in the Board Room each month. Designed to help new residents quickly transition into their new homes, this is a great opportunity to meet other new residents and representatives from the community. Email: info@pcm-inc.org or telephone: 949-268-2271 for reservations. Note that Orientation Meetings are subject to change.
Village Board and Committee Meeting Dates & Times on the Website
New Resident Welcome Program Seeks Volunteers
This a great opportunity for tenured residents to help new residents become acclimated with the basics of living in a senior community. Current Volunteers report that the rewards are many.
EZ Pay is the Best Way To Make Manor Payments
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EZ Pay is a convenient and reliable way for residents to instantly make assessment payments on or before the sixth day of each month due date. Members who are not already using EZPay are encouraged to enroll. Click headline for more details. (As an alternative method, manor payments are accepted by check only at the Community Center front reception desk. Payments should be enclosed in appropriate payment envelopes.)
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