Dear Residents,
As the summer months grow nearer, I know you are all anxious to get outside and start using our outdoor amenities. I know a lot of you feel the numbers are extremely low- so why should we have any restrictions at all? Let me assure you that opening with no restrictions is not the opinion of all your neighbors.
The Board takes in the opinion of our attorneys, local elected officials, our new property manager and information gathered from other condo communities like ours. As of two weeks ago, Blue Ridge was the only community that our attorney and property manager knew of that had any guests at all. I was personally contacted by two communities that saw we had our pool open last year and asked about our guest procedures, social distancing and plans for this year. These communities want to follow our lead. As mentioned at the meeting we will be allowing 2 guests per residence at the pool Monday to Friday. That’s our start point. We will be reviewing the amenities on a weekly basis and probably will increase the numbers if all goes well.
Remember folks a lot of people stayed home last year. That may change this year and people will come out in much larger numbers. The Tiki Bar was crowded last week. Some of that was the food truck, but the weather was chilly and we still had a large crowd. That leaves us to believe with the different events we will be holding, larger crowds will attend, and it may not leave room for guests. I’m sure you are all aware that the demographics of our community are getting much younger. We believe that these younger residents with families are going to want to bring even more guests than in the past. Even post-COVID this Board and future Boards will have to wrestle with the subject of how many is too many or not enough. Having all the guests you want may not always be an option for us.
I socialize with family and friends that live in other condos. None of them allow guests on the weekends and holidays and are limited to two guests during the week even prior to COVID-many of them now still have not opened their amenities.
Let me assure you that this Board will always put Blue Ridge residents first. We want you to enjoy all the amenities and the social events here at Blue Ridge. Remember we’re residents too. Your suggestions to these issues are always welcomed. If you have any questions or concerns this Board is always open to speak with you! Call us, make an appointment, contact us through the website, or come see us at the Clubhouse!
Thank you and be safe.
Tony Spataro, President
Blue Ridge Homeowners Association
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