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Championship and Executive Golf Course Reopening Schedule
The following courses will reopen on the dates listed below following recent Stormwater Management efforts.
CHAMPIONSHIP COURSES
Monday, September 16th
- Cane Garden (All 27 Holes)
- Mallory Hill (All 27 Holes)
- Evans Prairie (All 27 Holes)
EXECUTIVE COURSES
Tuesday, September 17th
- Heron
- Mira Mesa
- Silver Lake
- Sweetgum
Thursday, September 19th
The following courses will remain closed until further notice:
- Hacienda Hills (All 27 holes)
- Silver Lake
Stormwater Management
- To ensure the adequate capacity of the stormwater management system throughout the community, the District continuously lowers water levels in certain retention areas to remain within recommended levels and to capture water run-off from streets, yards, and golf courses.
- To lower the water levels, irrigation systems run along common areas, golf courses, and roadways throughout the community. Efforts are intensified depending on impending weather threats.
- The amount of rainfall that a drainage system can handle is based on factors such as the intensity and duration of rainfall, soil conditions, and available storage.
- The majority of the drainage systems in The Villages have been designed to retain runoff from a 100-year storm event, and all possible precautions are taken to prepare for heavy storms.
LADY LAKE-Contracted road improvement project to begin in September
As part of ongoing efforts to ensure the highest standards of road safety and quality, the Town of Lady Lake has contracted with Atlantic Southern Paving and Sealcoating, Inc. for road resurfacing work. The milling and paving work is scheduled to begin on Sept. 16 and is expected to continue through Sept. 25. During this period, work will be carried out between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Storm Debris Clean-up and Stormwater Management
Storm Debris Management and Clean-up:
- Storm debris such as shrubs, palm fronts, bushes, twigs, branches, and small cut limbs should be placed in piles, unbagged at least three feet from utility boxes, poles, fire hydrants, and other obstacles along the curbside.
- The District is not responsible for cutting, trimming, hauling, or moving trees and debris from private residential property.
- Household garbage shall be picked up during your normal residential collection based on the area in which you reside.
- No chemicals or hazardous waste will be collected curbside.
- Do not bring storm-related debris to recreation centers, postal stations, or other locations.
- Residents are responsible for contacting a local contractor for large debris removal, such as trees or trunks.
Stormwater Management:
- To ensure the adequate capacity of the stormwater management system throughout the community, the District continuously lowers water levels in certain retention areas to remain within recommended levels and to capture water run-off from streets, yards, and golf courses.
- To lower the water levels, irrigation systems run along common areas, golf courses, and roadways throughout the community. Efforts are intensified depending on impending weather threats.
- The amount of rainfall that a drainage system can handle is based on factors such as the intensity and duration of rainfall, soil conditions, and available storage.
- The majority of the drainage systems in The Villages have been designed to retain runoff from a 100-year storm event, and all possible precautions are taken to prepare for heavy storms.
Important Emergency Management Contact Information
Emergency management and services related to preparation for severe weather, floods, hurricanes and other disaster response activities fall under the purview of the county in which you live.
If you have questions on severe weather or other emergency management issues in your area, please contact the appropriate county below. Lake, Marion and Sumter Counties also have programs designed to notify their residents of weather incidents, hazardous conditions and other important information.
To sign up for the notifications in your county, please visit the links below or contact the county in which you live for additional information.
Political Campaign Activities-Memo Each election period raises questions about allowable campaign activities within The Villages Community Development Districts (District). In order to assist all Candidates, we provide an overview, attached here, dated May 2022. However, any questions with regard to activities allowed or prohibited should be directed to District Administration at (352) 751-3939.
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NWS HeatRisk is a color-numeric-based index that uses high-resolution weather, climate, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) heat-health data to identify potentially dangerous heat.
It provides a daily value of expected heat risk for each 24-hour period within any upcoming 7-day forecast period.
Future Plans for Lake Sumter Landing in The Villages, FL
Bruce Brown and John Rohan with The Villages Community Development District (VCDD) share their vision for renovating the dock to enhance the experiences and lakefront recreation activities along the boardwalk at Lake Sumter!
Watch a video with updates about the exciting news,
here.
District Annual Report 2023
The District Team continues our mission to maintain the District Core Values of Hospitality, Stewardship, Hard Work and Innovation & Creativity while embracing enhancements and cost-saving measures to sustain what The Villages created today, tomorrow and in the future. The District Annual Report contains a breakdown of facts and figures, provide numerous accomplishments, cost-saving measures, enhancements and various projects that have been implemented over the last fiscal Year. As with many things throughout the community, the dedication to a balanced budget that delivers consistency, transparency and cost-effectiveness is paramount.
View the 2023 District Annual Report by clicking on "Annual Report" button on the left hand menu of the homepage.
District 8 Seeking Alternate Architectural Review Committee Member
Village Community Development District 8 (District 8) is seeking an alternate representative on the Architectural Review Committee (ARC). The applicant must be a full-time resident of District 8, have lived in The Villages for at least one year and attended a minimum of one (1) Architectural Review Committee meeting.
Candidates are recommended to have education and/or experience in any of the following areas: architecture, ability to read site plans, residential/commercial construction, building management, deed restricted communities, landscaping, county code enforcement, etc.; however, this is not required. The required attendance for the alternate member is to attend the ARC meeting each week for the first four (4) weeks and monthly thereafter. The Committee meets weekly, on Wednesdays, for approximately 3 hours (8 AM to 11 AM).
If you're interested in becoming an alternate member of the Architectural Review Committee for District 8, click on the header of this announcement for a copy of the application. Please complete the application and return it to the Community Standards Department, 984 Old Mill Run, The Villages, Florida. For additional information about the position, contact Community Standards at 352-751-3912.
Section 112.3145(7)(g) Florida Statutes requires that Architectural Review Committee members must complete and submit a Statement of Financial Interests (Form 1) at the time they are appointed to the Architectural Review Committee.
2024 CDD Orientation Schedule
You are invited to attend our “Introduction to your Special Purpose Local Government” informational program. You will learn how the districts operate and learn other important community information about the people, services, and other supporting entities that help make The Villages a premier community. No sign-ups or fees are required for this presentation.
This valuable program has typically been held on the second and fourth Thursday of the month, but beginning in 2024, it will be held on the first and third Tuesday of the month. It is held at 10:00 AM at the District office located at 984 Old Mill Run in Lake Sumter Landing. For additional information, please contact District Customer Service at 352-753-4508.
District 7 Seeking Alternate Architectural Review Committee Member
Village Community Development District 7 (District 7) is seeking an alternate representative on the Architectural Review Committee (ARC). The applicant must be a full time resident of District 7, have lived in The Villages for at least one year and attended a minimum of one (1) Architectural Review Committee meeting.
Candidates are recommended to have education and/or experience in any of the following areas: architecture, ability to read site plans, residential/commercial construction, building management, deed restricted communities, landscaping, county code enforcement, etc.; however, this is not required. The required attendance for the alternate member is to attend the ARC meeting each week for the first four (4) weeks and monthly thereafter. The Committee meets weekly, on Wednesdays, for approximately 3 hours (8 AM to 11 AM).
If you're interested in becoming an alternate member of the Architectural Review Committee for District 7, click on the header of this announcement for a copy of the application. Please complete the application and return it to the Community Standards Department, 984 Old Mill Run, The Villages, Florida. For additional information about the position, contact Community Standards at 352-751-3912.
Section 112.3145(7)(g) Florida Statutes requires that Architectural Review Committee members must complete and submit a Statement of Financial Interests (Form 1) at the time they are appointed to the Architectural Review Committee.
Architectural Review Committee Alternate Member - Lady Lake/Lake County
Village Center Community Development District for the Lady Lake/Lake County portion of The Villages north of County Road 466 is seeking an alternate representative on the Architectural Review Committee (ARC). The alternate applicant must be a full time resident of the Lady Lake/Lake County portion of The Villages north of County Road 466, have lived in The Villages for at least one year and attended a minimum of one (1) Architectural Review Committee meeting.
Candidates are recommended to have education and/or experience in any of the following areas: architecture, ability to read site plans, residential/commercial construction, building management, deed restricted communities, landscaping, county code enforcement, etc.; however, this is not required. The required attendance for the alternate member is to attend the ARC meeting every week for the first four (4) weeks and once a month thereafter. The Committee meets weekly, on Wednesdays, for approximately 3 hours (8 AM to 11 AM).
If you are interested in becoming an alternate volunteer representative for the Lady Lake/Lake County portion of The Villages north of County Road 466, click on the header of this announcement for a copy of the application. Please complete the application and return it to the Community Standards Department, 984 Old Mill Run, The Villages, Florida. For additional information about the position, contact Community Standards at 352-751-3912.
Section 112.3145(7)(g), Florida Statutes requires that Architectural Review Committee members must complete and submit a Statement of Financial Interests (Form 1) at the time they are appointed to the Architectural Review Committee.
The Villages Protected Species Wildlife Guide 2024
Breedlove, Dennis & Associates, Inc. (BDA) compiled a list of animals to identify protected wildlife species in The Villages. To view The Villages Protected Species Wildlife Guide, click on the header of this announcement.
Water Retention Areas
Did you know that many of the water retention areas in our community are connected through various inlets and pipes? In addition to storm water, everything that enters the storm water pipes can end up in the water retention areas throughout our community. This includes trash, leaves, fertilizer, soap from washing vehicles, animal droppings and more.
Please help us ensure the health and continued maintenance of the water retention basins throughout The Villages by not placing ANYTHING in any of the storm water drains. Our National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit does not allow dumping into these storm drain systems.
For additional information on storm water management in our community, please visit
DistrictGov.org. If you notice any dumping into these systems, please contact the District Customer Service Center at 352-753-4508.