Montevilla at Bartram Lakes, Inc.

Updated: April 24, 2026 (Rule of the week link)

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April 24, 2026

• KBT Pressure Washing was on site Friday and pressure washed the entire pool deck, pump house and fire place.  They did a great job and the area is super clean.  Thanks to the pool committee for resetting the pool cabana furniture after KBT finished for the day.  It is much appreciated.  KBT will return Monday to complete the pool parking lot then will start on the columns and sidewalks.  The entire project is anticipated to be finished 4/30/26.

• The Board is aware of problems with the current pool care vendor and has obtained a proposed contract from another vendor who Sentry Management recommended.  This vendor currently services all but two properties in Bartram Park.  This will be discussed at the Board meeting on 4/29/26.

• VerdeGo will return Monday to finish the irrigation diagnostic work.  They restored approximately 20 more zones to operational status since 4/19/26.  The marquee flower bed irrigation is also working again.

• Verdego has provided the Board with two options for the front flower bed refreshment. The Board of Directors will review the options at the April Board Meeting.

  1. Pentas only

  2. Pentas and Lorepetalum. ​

• Starting 5/1/26, VerdeGo will be mowing, edging, and blowing day weekly.  After consideration, they will keep us on the Friday schedule.
   

April 19, 2026

• On Friday April 17, 2026, Verdego replaced the tree that was destroyed in the vehicle accident in March 2026. There was no cost to the Association as this was covered by insurance.

• Verdego started the diagnostics that led them to restore approximately 20 irrigation zones this week. The work began Tuesday (4/14) and more work was performed on Friday (4/17).  They have spent a large majority of the time following the wire paths and making proper connections between the wires, decoders, and solenoids.  These have been the key to and first step of diagnosis.  They will be providing a list to the Board soon as to what additional zones are now operating properly.  There is a caveat, they anticipate some of the zones going down again as they progress through diagnostics.  This is based on Verdego has seen so far as there is more wire that will eventually short out due to moisture and corrosion and will require repair.

April 14, 2026

• Verdego has provided the Board with two options for the front flower bed refreshment.  One with Pentas only and the other with Pentas and Lorepetalum.  The Board of Directors will review the options at the April Board Meeting.

• If you are needing to have your home pressure washed consider Rolling Suds Pressure Washing.  One story home in the Phase I only cost $187.50 and they did a great job.  See the attached flyer with coupon.

 

April 10, 2026

• VerdeGo completed the irrigation wet check this week and has found several problems that must be repaired. The first is the zone for the front entrance marquees is not working.  This must be repaired before we can install the new flowers.  We will have the report next week and will share it with the Owners via eblast. 

• Sentry Management also found a vendor who can properly repair the lights in the concrete fountain.  We are working with our pool vendor to drain the fountain and turn it off so the vendor can access the underwater electrical connections.  This is necessary before he can provide the Board with an estimate to replace the three underwater lights.
   

April 8, 2026

• VerdeGo has notified the Board they will moving our mowing, edging, and blowing day to Mondays starting Monday May 4, 2026.  At that time they will also start the weekly mowing schedule. This will continue to November 15, 2026, at which time they will anticipate transitioning to bi-weekly service again for the winter.
   

April 4, 2026

• The Landscape committee has requested an estimate to replace the flowers at the front entrance marquees with Loropetalum in the back and Pentas as cover in the front.  They have also requested a illustration of this concept for the Board and owners to review.

• The Reserve Study is complete and has been added to CommunityPro

• The board received our draft audit for review and the Federal Tax filing this week. This will be discussed more during the end of month board meeting.

• As a reminder, JEA notified the BOD that the St. Johns River Water Management District has declared a Phase II Water Shortage due to prolonged dry conditions in our region. This means outdoor water use is being restricted to one day a week for landscape irrigation.

• The Association Garage Sale will occur Saturday April 18, 2026, starting at 8 a.m. until noon.
   

April 1, 2026

• VerdeGo has sent the Landscape Committee flower suggestions for the front marquee rotation.  The plants selected will remain in place until the fall then be rotated with something that will last the winter.

• Verdego started the second detail trimming this week Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. 

• Our standard mowing, edging, and blowing day will be Fridays going forward.
   

March 28, 2026

• We have received notification that payment has been issued for the tree that was damaged in the accident earlier this month.  The replacement tree has been ordered by Verdego and we are awaiting a delivery and installation date.

• The check was mailed to the vendor who will be making our new pool rules sign.  They should receive the check this week then will notify us when the sign is ready for pick up

• Sentry Management is soliciting bids to repaint the pool restrooms and repair the nails that have popped through the drywall

• Sentry Management is soliciting bids to repair the pool shower valve, as it cracked from the weather
   

​ ​​​March 20, 2026

• VerdeGo completed the standard mowing, edging, and blowing service today. Feedback from across the association has been positive.

• The BOD filed a claim for the landscape damage resulting from the vehicle accident at Venosa Park South.

• The BOD received the updated reserve study and are reviewing the findings to determine if there is additional feedback before finalizing it.

• JEA notified the BOD that the St. Johns River Water Management District has declared a Phase II Water Shortage due to prolonged dry conditions in our region. This means outdoor water use is being restricted to help protect our community’s water supply and the health of local rivers and lakes. 

  1. What a Phase II Water Shortage Means

  2. Under a Phase II water shortage:

  3. Landscape irrigation is limited to one day a week.

  4. All water users, including domestic, utility, and commercial, are encouraged to voluntarily reduce water use.

  5. Wasteful and unnecessary water use is prohibited.

  6. Residents, businesses, and property managers are encouraged to proactively plan for extended dry conditions and the potential for additional restrictions.

 

March 14, 2026

• The Social Committee held its annual St. Patrick's Day celebration at the Pool Cabana.  It was a great time for everyone and the Trivia was a lot of fun.  Click here to view several pictures of the event.

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March 13, 2026

• The St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD) has declared a Phase II Water Shortage due to prolonged dry conditions in our region. This means outdoor water use is being restricted to help protect our community’s water supplies and the health of local rivers, lakes, and aquifers.  Verdego will return on March 20th to complete the regular mowing service.

• This afternoon there was a motor vehicle accident on Venosa Circle near the southwestern park.  The driver experienced a medical emergency and hit a tree.  Thankfully, the driver will recover with minor injuries.  We are coordinating with Verdego to remove the damaged tree next week.  I would like to express thanks and appreciation to the following owners who stopped to render assistance:

  •  Katie Smith – stopped to render assistance to the Owner

  •  Trip Wilkins – Calling JFRD to request medical assistance

  •  Christina Wedderburn – Calling JSO for traffic and reporting

  •  Bob Truesdale – Summoning additional help for site clean up

  •  Wayne Blalock – Tree removal and site clean-up. 

  • This was truly a group effort and the team of owners above performed superbly.  Thank all of you again for stepping up during this emergency.

 

March 10, 2026

• The north fountain wind meter was set to incorrect settings. It appears it may have glitched and reverted to factory settings which is why it was shutting off at random times.  Lake Doctors re-adjusted the settings and ran some tests and it seems to be working properly now.  They also went ahead and adjusted all three of the fountain and light timers to the correct time since they were an hour off due to the recent time change. Everything should be good to go now.
   

March 8, 2026

• Owners have submitted multiple work orders regarding the North lake fountain turning off intermittently during the day.  Lake Doctors has been notified and will be out this week to investigate the problem.

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Street Parking:  Street parking is prohibited for all residents within the property. All residents of homes within the property must park their vehicles inside their garage or in their driveway. Vehicles are not permitted to block sidewalks at anytime.  Contractors, vendors and guests of residents, may park their vehicles on the street only on a temporary, short-term basis during the hours of 6:00 am to 11:59 pm; provided that they may not block any driveways or mailboxes and they must comply with any “No Parking” signs that may be posted.  No vehicles may be parked on the street within the property during the hours of 12:00 am to 5:59 am, except vehicles used by the Association. Towing will be strictly enforced.

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Rule of the Week - Article III, Section 35, Holiday Lights and Other Lighting:  Holiday lighting and decorations shall be permitted to be placed upon the exterior portions of a residence and upon the Lot in the manner permitted hereunder during a period commencing on Thanksgiving and continuing through January 15 of the following year, after which such lighting and decorations shall be removed.  Lighting and decorations for any other holiday other than that referenced above shall be permitted commencing 15 days prior to said holiday and continuing for 15 days following said holiday, after which time said lighting and decorations shall be removed.  The ACC may establish standards for holiday lights and may require the removal of any lighting that creates a nuisance.

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