The repaving of Woodgate Blvd. is complete and the Curry Ford gate is officially open! The road has been paved from Curry Ford Rd. to the bridge. Pavers removed and speed bumps installed.
Effective Tuesday, August 18th, the gate hours for Ventura are as follows:
Curry Ford Gate
24 Hours
Pershing Gate
6:00am–11:00pm, Daily
Raper Dairy Gate (Barcode Only)
5:00am–11:00pm, Daily
Light fixtures and sign posts around the community that were showing signs of fading and wear were refreshed with a new coat of paint this week. There’s nothing like a fresh coat of paint! They look great. Be sure to check out the photos.
Photos courtesy of Tim Cole
The stucco on the east side of Building 5 (first floor) was removed and replaced over the past few weeks. The mailbox on Clubview Drive was also refurbished with new stucco. Be sure to check out the photos!
Photos courtesy of Tim Cole
The resurfacing of the pool began on Monday, July 13, 2020. The project is now complete. Be sure to check out the photos! The pool is now open and all residents and guests must adhere to the COVID-19 safety guidelines in order to use the pool area until further notice.
Photos courtesy of Tim Cole, Randy Moreland and Christine Wanta
Beginning Monday, July 20th, the Curry Ford gate (main entrance) will be closed for the repaving of Woodgate Blvd. The project is expected to take one month. All residents and guests are required to use the Pershing Gate until further notice. If you are are resident, you may continue to use the Raper Dairy gate as long as you have a valid barcode.
If you expect visitors during this time, please provide the following address:
4211 Woodgate Blvd., Orlando, FL 32822.
If you have any questions regarding this closure, please contact the Ventura Administration Office at 407-275-7002.
New sod was placed around the community over the last few weeks to fill in bare spots and worn edges. Fortunately, we’ve had lots of rain to help establish the new grass! Be sure to check out the photos.
Photos courtesy of Tom Nixon and Christine Wanta
5/11/2020 Update: The Raintree pool area, pool and spa (hot tub) will remain closed until at least June 16th. During this time, the pool will be drained, repaired and resurfaced to be brought up to current code. Watch for notices posted at the mailboxes and pool gates for opening details. Thank you for your patience.
5/5/2020 Update: The pool will be pressure tested this week for leaks in the water lines and will remain closed during this time. The pool is tentatively scheduled to re-open on May 9th. Watch for notices posted at the mailboxes and pool gates.
3/27/2020 Update: The Raintree pool area, pool and spa (hot tub) are currently closed in order to comply with the Orange County Emergency Order 2020-04 regarding COVID-19/Section 2 that states that all pools and playgrounds must be closed [for 14 days]. This is also in response to the Orange County “Stay at Home” order that went into effect on April 9th at 11:00 p.m.
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Help prevent and be prepared for potential fires in your condo unit by installing smoke detectors and having a fire extinguisher readily available. Regular maintenance of these devices is critical. Learn more about when to test and change the batteries in your smoke detectors and how to maintain and where to store a fire extinguisher.
Learn more about smoke detectors and fire extinguishers under Unit Maintenance.
Lint and other debris can build up in your dryer hose and vent duct. If the dryer hose and vent duct are not cleaned and inspected every year, this could create a fire and mold problems. If you haven’t had the dryer vents cleaned regularly, here are five warning signs that indicate that it’s time to clean the dryer vent.
Allan Amer is organizing a community party for Raintree residents (all owners and renters welcome) that will be held in the Ventura clubhouse ballroom on Monday, March 2nd from 5:00pm until 10:15pm. There will be a buffet, music, cash bar (at Happy Hour prices!), and a silent and live auction. Cost per person is $25. Proceeds from the auctions will be used to pay for the music.
Causal Dress? Yes, but no birthday suits
Will there be music? Yes, from 7:15pm-10:00pm
Can I bring guests? Yes, only if they know how to party
Buffet is $25 per person from 6:00pm to 7:15pm:
Menu includes:
Cash Bar at Happy Hour prices from 5:30pm to 10:00pm.
Auctions (Silent & Live):
How to get tickets:
Final headcount is needed by February 23rd.
Please make arrangements to pay by February 23rd.
If you have any questions, email Allan at AJAmerican@aol.com.
