Vehicle Decals - Hilton Head Plantation

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Newsletter for Residents of Hilton Head Plantation
Inside Plantation Living:
POA Board Report
President’s Report……..……
General Manager’s Report..
POA Information
ARB Reminder……………..…
HH PSD Report…..…………..
Building a Boardwalk-Part I
Nature Notes………………….
Plantation Golfing……..….…
Security Report……………….
Hilton Head Plantation Clubs
Artists Association….……….
Big Wheels…….……………….
Bridge Winners……………….
Cheers by the Sound……….
Craft Workshop…..………….
Curtain Calls……....………….
Farmers Club…………...……
Fishing Club……………...……
Happy Times Society……….
HHP Women’s Club..……….
Rubber Stamping Club…….
Tennis Social Club.………….
Woodcarvers….……...………
Yacht Club……………….…….
Yoga with Ruth………….…..
Recreation Activities
2005 KIDS KAMP……....……
Arts Center Tickets………….
Assisted vs. Independent…
Evening Cardio Splash…….
Health & Fitness Programs.
Music & Sunset Concert.….
Teen/Pre-Teen Club Night.
Water Aerobics………....……
Feature Article………………….
Volume 19/Issue 7 – July15, 2005
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Your Hurricane Evacuation
Guide is available on pp 15-18.
Tear it out and take it with you.
As I am sure you know, all vehicles within our Plantation are
required to have either a current decal or a visitor’s pass. At the
beginning of each month, HHP Security Officers are trained to
watch for vehicles with expired decals. Officers explain to the
vehicle operators that they will need to obtain a visitor’s pass
until they can stop by the POA Service Center to renew their
decal.
A few residents have questioned why we do this rather than
sending out reminder letters when decals are close to expiring.
The answer is cost. With thousands of vehicles having some type
of HHP Decal, the staff time, postage, and stationary to perform
this function would ultimately be passed along as an assessment
increase. Instead, vehicle owners are responsible for keeping
their vehicles decals current. If you have an expired decal, the
gate officer will stop your vehicle, black out the expired year on
the decal, and instruct you to drive around to the visitors’ gate to
obtain a pass until you have updated your decal at the POA
Service Center.
Why can’t the officers at the Resident Gate issue the visitors
pass? They will issue passes during slow periods or when the
visitors’ gate is closed. However, due to the high volume of
traffic that uses the resident’s entrance at the Main Gate,
individuals who need a pass are instructed to use the visitors’
gate.
The best way to avoid being stopped for an expired decal is to
check your vehicle decals periodically. The number on the
passenger side of the decal is the month and he number on the
driver’s side is the year. Remember, when applying for or
renewing a decal, you must have three items:
CURRENT:
• Vehicle Registration
• Proof of Insurance
• Driver’s License
If you sell your vehicle, please remember to scrape the decal
off the windshield before you turn the vehicle over to the new
owner. This is an often-overlooked task.
Visit Hilton Head Plantation’s website at www.hiltonheadplantation.com
Page 2 – July 2005
POA Board Report
Hilton Head
Plantation
Property Owners’ Association
7 Surrey Lane – PO Box 21940
Hilton Head Island, SC 29925
Board of Directors
President
Merry Harlacher
Vice President
Charles Cherrix
Secretary/Treasurer Tom Hoppin
Members
Guy Bettarelli
Jim Collett
Paul Kopelcheck
Tom Kuczkowski
Dick Sell
Mary Ann Strayer
Bill Trecartin
POA Staff
General Manager
Activities
Administration
Communications
Community Relations
Maintenance
Security
Tennis Pro
Peter Kristian
Arlene Reisner
Todd Lindstrom
Linda Helgerson
Dick Wirth
John Ehlers
Art Benoit
Keith Ferda
Important Phone Numbers
POA Service Center 843/681-8800
Accounting
Ext. 235
Activities
Ext. 226
Architectural Review Bd Ext. 231
Bd of Directors Hotline
Ext. 8
Covenant Enforcement
Ext. 242
General Manager
Ext. 233
Maintenance
Ext. 241
Tennis Hotline
Ext. 300
Vehicle Decals
Ext. 223
Communications
816-5955
Dispatch
681-2459
Dolphin Head Building
681-8019
Pass Line
342-9980
Plantation House Schedule 681-8090
Security Office
681-3053
Spring Lake Pavilion
681-3707
Spring Lake Pool Information 689-6473
Spring Lake Tennis
681-3626
Emergencies
Fire & Ambulance
Main Gate Security
Dial 911
681-2477
President’s Report______________
I hope that you and your guests had a fun and safe 4th of
July. he fireworks were great again this year. Be sure to thank
the sponsors and the Town Fathers when you have a chance.
They need positive feedback to retain the Skull Creek Display.
Repairs to the Whooping Crane Conservancy Boardwalk
have begun. The Hilton Head Plantation Conservancy
Foundation and the Hilton Head Land Trust are funding this
project, thanks to your generosity. Your continued support of
the Foundation is essential to the timely completion of this
project.
At our June 28th Meeting, your Board gave the go-ahead to
replacing the POA’s radio system with one that will improve
coverage throughout the Plantation. The proposed system has
been tested and it effectively covers areas where our current
system is inadequate.
We also reviewed the Strategic Plans status of
Communications and Security. We asked the Communications
Committee to hold off publishing a new Directory until a
survey is completed addressing its usefulness. We encouraged
the Security Committee to pursue video cameras in the patrol
cars and at the gates. These cameras will enhance our
security enforcement efforts.
As we continue to set the stage for the 2006 Budget, we
approved Capital and Repair & Replacement items for
inclusion. Our financial performance thus far this year
continues on budget.
You will no doubt continue to read about Hargray’s efforts
to get into the video delivery business and Adelphia’s efforts
to block them. Both companies already have facilities
throughout the Plantation and can use them for a variety of
purposes. We have no control over the “content” that passes
through their systems. The issues between them are generic
among telephone and cable systems around the country and
are being addressed by several states as well as the Federal
Government. We can only wait to see how it all ultimately
shakes out at those levels. Hopefully, the final decisions will
result in improved services to HHP residents.
Mayor Tom Peoples has accepted our invitation to join the
Board for coffee and discussion before our next meeting. This
is your Board’s second meeting with community leaders,
focused on exploring current and future issues important to all
of us.
Plantation Living, a Newsletter for Residents of Hilton Head Plantation
Merry Harlacher
POA Board Report
General Manager’s Report_________
Coffee with Peter
Please mark your calendars for our Saturday, July 30, 10:00 AM Coffee
at the Plantation House. Our agenda will feature many questions asked by
residents, such as What is the status of our new cellular antenna system?
Is my cellular provider on the system? Nat Bargmann of the Crown Castle
Solutions will update us on his company’s marketing efforts.
We will also have Dave Morse from the HHP Fishing Club give us a
brief presentation on a natural resource and capital investment that is
often overlooked – the fish in our lakes and lagoons. As always this will be
an excellent opportunity to become acquainted with all the activities of
the POA. We will provide an ample opportunity for questions from
residents. I look forward to seeing you on July 30.
Hurricanes
Please review the Hurricane Evacuation Information on pages 15-18
in this issue. This section is intended to be a tear-out for you to retain as
a reference. Please note that the evacuation route has been modified
from last year. Extensive and updated information regarding hurricane
preparedness and recovery can be found on HHP’s website
hiltonheadplantation.com. Hover on the Security button on the left side of
the screen and then click on Hurricane Preparedness. We strongly suggest
that you print out this important information, read it, use the information
to assemble your Hurricane Evacuation Kit, and take the information with
you in the event of an evacuation. If you do not have a computer or
Internet access, you can pick up the document at the POA Service Center.
The Plantation’s Hurricane Re-Entry Hot Line is 1-(877) 264-5267. Please
jot this number down and keep it with your evacuation kit.
Now is the time to organize your belongings and get prepared for the
possibility of evacuation. Our guide will be very helpful in preparing your
evacuation kit. In the unlikely event of an evacuation, remember that
upon your return, services may be questionable. You need to make every
effort to keep yourself and your family self-sufficient for as long as
possible. This means stocking up on non-perishable foods and stockpiling
a supply of bottled water.
If you have mapped out a different evacuation route for you and
your family, you must leave before the Governor calls a mandatory
evacuation. Otherwise, you will be forced to use the designated routes.
Hurricane Shutters
For those of you who have ARB-approved hurricane shutters, shutters
may be installed when a Hurricane Watch is issued for our area by local
government. Latitude will be granted on a storm-by-storm basis in
administering the hurricane shutter provisions. Hurricane shutters may
not be installed and left on the structure for the entire hurricane season.
Remove hurricane shutters as soon as possible after a storm has passed
and re-entry into the Plantation is permitted.
Re-entry
We have been advised that only residents/property owners will be
allowed to re-enter the area after it has been deemed safe by Emergency
Management officials. To that end, you will need a valid driver’s license
indicating your HHP address or your HHP photo ID card indicating you are
a property owner.
July 2005 – Page 3
COFFEE WITH
PETER
Date:
Time:
Place:
Guest:
Sat, July 30th
10:00 AM
Plantation House
Crown Castle
Validate Your
Photo ID & House
Guest Cards for
2005 at the POA
Service Center.
You MUST see
the exquisite
HHP
photographs
The photographs
submitted for the 2005
Photography Contest are
on display at the
Plantation House.
Go see what life in our
Plantation looks like
through the lens of many
talented photographers.
Notice
When speaking to a
member of the Security
Department, your
conversation may be
recorded for quality
assurance.
Headliners Concert
This is a great event! Mark
your calendars for Wednesday
evening, July 28 for this
outstanding evening of
entertainment. The Headliners,
who are known throughout the
Island for their exceptional
music, will be performing at the
Plantation House. The concert
begins at 7:00 PM and ends at
9:00 PM. The parking lot of the
Plantation House will be turned
into both a dance floor and an
outdoor theater. A limited
number of chairs will be
available so please plan on
bringing your own chairs.
Picnicking is encouraged.
Parking will be available in the
field adjacent to the tennis
courts.
Red Bay Trees
The Board recently
authorized additional funds for
the removal of dead Red Bay
Trees on POA common
property. These additional
funds will be used to remove
these trees on a priority basis,
safety being the first criteria
and proximity to main
thoroughfares the second.
Remember the POA Board has
waived the $25.00 tree removal
permit fee for Red Bay trees on
private property through
December 31, 2005. You will
still need to secure a permit for
the removal of Red Bay trees;
however, the $25.00 fee will be
waived. The fee is still in place
for all other species of trees. If
you remove a dead Red Bay
tree or any tree for that matter,
please dispose of the debris
properly. Residents can bring
the brush to the POA’s
maintenance yard for disposal.
POA Board Report
Technology and the POA
The POA continues to make strides to integrate new and more efficient
technology into our operations. If you have visited the Plantation House, you
may have noticed that the large screen TV has been replaced with a projector
that will display TV programs, DVD, VHS tapes as well as software
presentations. The Security Department now has special software that permits
it to write State reports on a dedicated computer station and email the
finished report directly to the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office. I am writing
this column in North Carolina on a laptop computer purchased last year. The
column was emailed to the POA Service Center via a special email link that
allows authorized employees to access their POA email and work on files
directly from the Internet. Our website hiltonheadplantation.com is chock full
of additional useful information such as several years worth of Plantation
Living newsletters, the POA’s governing documents, Hurricane Preparedness
information, minutes of Board and Committee meetings and tons of other
valuable information. We have investigated and approved a new radio system
for the Security Department that will provide a greater margin of reliability.
Also under consideration for the future is the installation of cameras in our
patrol vehicles to assist with DUI, moving violation convictions, and also
provide another measure of quality control. We are not buying or using
technology for technology’s sake but rather looking at how technology will
save money, make us more efficient and improve our customer service. Stay
tune on this issue. There will be more to come.
Projects
Spring Lake Aerator - A new aerator has been installed in Spring Lake to
help oxygenate the water to help avoid fish kills. The Aerator is on a timer and
is set to run between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM daily.
RV/Boat Storage Expansion - Staff continues to work with the Town of
Hilton Head to obtain the necessary permits to enable us to begin construction
on this project.
Paving - Due to our unusually wet weather, our paving project has suffered
some delays. If your street is on this year’s paving list, please be on the look
out for door hangers indicating that paving will be occurring in your area.
Please observe the directions of the flagman that will be controlling traffic
during paving operations.
Bocce/Shuffle Board - The Board has tabled consideration of the
construction of three shuffleboard and two bocce ball courts adjacent to the
Spring Lake Tennis Complex. This item was sent back to the Recreation
Committee for further evaluation in light of all the competing capital
Recreational projects that deserve consideration.
New Radio System - After extensive exploration and testing of both cellular
and radio products the HHP Board authorized the purchase of a new Motorola
Radio system for the POA. The new radios and related equipment will cost
approximately $65,000 and will be used by the Security and Maintenance
Departments. The radio system was extensively tested throughout the
Plantation with excellent results, which were superior to our present thirteen
plus years old system. As with any radio system, the manufacturer will only
guarantee 95% reliability. This is the same standard used by Beaufort County
and other surrounding communities. The system will take up to six months to
become operational due to licensing requirements, securing equipment and
installation. We will expedite this process as much as practicable.
Stay Safe
Peter Kristian
POA Information
Nature Notes: Palms & Palmettos_____________________
CABBAGE PALMS
Sabal Palm, Cabbage Palm, Carolina Palm,
and Swamp Cabbage are all names for the
state tree of South Carolina and Florida. It is
the only true palm tree that is native to our
state. The name comes from the Spanish
word “palmito” which means small palm.
Cabbage Palms grow in a wide variety of
habitats near the coast from Florida to North
Carolina, and can reach 60 feet and live 75
years. The leaves, or fronds, are 4-7 feet long
and consist of many long narrow segments
that have thread-like fibers hanging between
the segments. The 5-8 foot petiole, or stem,
is rigid and extends as a pointed wedge well
into the frond. As new fronds are formed in
the crown, older fronds die and eventually are broken off by the weight
of animals or high winds. The terminal bud or center of growth is what
we eat as “hearts of palm”. The tender “heart” tastes like cabbage and
was enjoyed by Native Americans. The cabbage flavor gave the plant
its commonly used name, Cabbage Palm. When the “heart” is cut out it
kills the tree, but the product you buy as Hearts of Palm is now taken
from cultivated trees. In early summer the clusters of fragrant creamy
flowers on a separate stalk attract bees, and in winter, wild life eat the
mature black berries.
Until modern times Cabbage Palms were cut and the trunks used for
docks and as pilings because sea worms don’t destroy them. The graybrown trunk is well adapted for hurricane force winds because its soft
wood bends, preventing the tree from being uprooted or snapped off.
The soft wood core is composed of long moist fibers that decompose
when the tree dies, leaving the shell of the outer covering. The fronds
have been used to make brooms and baskets. The coils of Gullah
sweet grass baskets are bound together with split fronds of Cabbage
Palms.
The original flag of South Carolina, designed during the
Revolutionary War, featured a background of blue like the soldier’s
uniforms and three silver crescent moons similar to their cap insignia.
The present flag was adopted by the South Carolina General Assembly
in 1861 when South Carolina seceded from the Union. The blue
background and one crescent moon were kept, and a Palmetto was
added to honor the tree used to build the Revolutionary War fort at Ft.
Moultrie in Charleston harbor. Hardwood trees were usually used to
build forts, but when hit by a cannonball hardwood trees exploded into
a mass of splinters, like modern shrapnel, that caused major disabling
wounds. The soft wood of the Palmetto absorbed the blow of the
cannonball, and the defenders received no wounds from splintered
wood.
SAW PALMETTO
The Saw Palmetto is not a
true palm but is considered a
shrub. It forms a thicket of
fronds that are 6-7 feet tall,
and it is often used as a
boundary plant. The stem or
trunk runs underground like a
rhizome and the green fronds
extend from this recumbent
trunk. Having the trunk
underground makes the plant
very fire resistant. The fronds
are 2-3 feet across and extend
from a flat junction with the
stem. The plant gets its name
from the sharp spines that run
on each side of the stem that
are sharp enough to cause
serious cuts if you walk through
them. This makes the thickets
safe homes for rats, snakes,
and birds.
The plant is well known for
its medicinal uses. Native
Indians made a drink from
leaves and roots to treat
dysentery and to relieve
stomach pains. They also made
a poultice from the inner bark
and applied it to snakebites and
insect bites. The fruit was used
to treat respiratory infections
and as a sedative. Today the
fruit, which contains a special
fat, is widely used in nonprescription drugs for prostate
problems.
-- Mary Bess Mulhollan
Distributed
Cellular System
in Operation
The distributed cellular
antenna system for Hilton Head
Plantation has been operational
since early January 2005. The
system is owned and operated
by Crown Castle International.
They market and lease it to the
various cellular carriers. The
individual carriers decide
whether or not they need to use
the system to improve the
service they provide within HHP.
The current status of carrier
subscription is shown below.
If your cell phone service
does not meet your
expectations, contact your
carrier (preferably the local
office) or switch to another
carrier. Those carriers that use
the distributed system in HHP
will generally provide good
service throughout the
Plantation.
Distributed
Cellular System
Status
System online – 1/05
Carriers on the System 7/05
ALLTEL
Yes
AT&T/Suncom
No
Cingular
Yes
Hargray
No
Nextel
No
Sprint
No
T Mobile
No
Triton/Suncom
Yes
Verizon
No
POA Information
Community Policing______________
We have been asked how our large community is able to keep
the crime rate in check when compared to the greater Hilton Head
Island community. The answer is simple; we employ the community
policing philosophy throughout the Security Department. We are
here not only to enforce the laws and keep the peace but also to
help HHP residents.
Community policing has been defined as a collaborative effort
between Law Enforcement and the community that identifies
problems of crime and enhances the quality of life in the
community.
Many policing concepts in recent years have tended to isolate
officers from the community they serve, which can hamper crime
control efforts. A good community-policing agency is charged with
the responsibility of crime prevention. Most traditional law
enforcement agencies are charged with ‘solving’ the crime problem,
the drug problem, the DUI problem, the domestic violence problem
and so on. Those efforts are predominately REACTIVE. Community
policing allows a Security Department to get back to the principles
upon which policing was founded – to integrate itself into the fabric
of the community so the people come to Security for counsel and
help before a serious problem arises. This allows the officers to
provide PROACTIVE solutions.
For any community-policing program to be beneficial, there must
be a long-term commitment from everyone involved. Our goal has
always been to form lasting partnerships with our community. By
providing non-law enforcement services to our residents, it opens
lines of communications and enhances our crime prevention efforts
in a big way. Each and every call for service, whether it is in
response to a medical emergency or a call for a jumpstart, gets our
officers out into the community so they can establish a rapport and
a level of trust with residents. Such services enhance the flow of
information from Plantation residents.
Crime seems to be on the increase outside our gates, and Hilton
Head Plantation is by no means crime fee. However, our community
policing philosophy decreases the likelihood of criminal activity
gaining a foothold on the Plantation. We encourage the community
to express their concerns over crime related or quality of life issues.
We will continue to work with the community to provide problemsolving activities.
Please join us in our efforts to keep Hilton Head Plantation a safe
and enjoyable community. If you see something that doesn’t look
right, report it. If you have a crime or safety concern call me – or
better yet – stop by the Security Office and we’ll discuss it over
coffee.
-- Art Benoit, Director of Security
POA Information
Mosquitoes: A Correction__________
In the June 2005 Plantation Living, the article “Our Paradise Is
Not Without Its Pests” described Beaufort County’s program using New
Jersey Light traps to collect mosquitoes to determine the kind and
quantity of mosquitoes in various locations throughout the County. The
article suggested that HHP residents call Beaufort County and
volunteer by having a trap installed on their property. And, that is
exactly what many of you did, only to find that the County has a
sufficient number of traps already in place, including inside of Hilton
Head Plantation. Although we apologize for any inconvenience, we are
most impressed that so many of you were willing to cooperate with the
County’s program.
The Propane Club: An Update______
The HHP Propane Club is still accepting new members. Propane is
available at $1.20 per gallon. No membership, fees, or dues are
required although to be eligible for the Propane Club’s price per gallon,
you must buy or lease your tank from Sunset Propane, Inc.
Call 757-4545 and ask for the Propane Club price.
Workout the Westin Way!
Join The Westin
Resort Health Club
during the month of
June, July or August
2005 and receive a
special summer rate!
$65 for an individual,
or
$110 for a
Husband/Wife,
monthly membership
The Westin Resort
Health Club is a fully
equipped, state–of–the-art
Health Club with a
spectacular view of ocean,
the grand courtyard and
indoor pool. A
knowledgeable staff
provides individualized
instruction, massage
therapy, and a variety of
classes.
Your monthly
membership includes an
orientation with a
certified trainer, use of
the strength training and
cardiovascular equipment,
all fitness classes, use of
all three pools, Jacuzzi,
steam room and sauna,
shower facilities, and
miles of beaches.
(843) 681-4000 * Port Royal Plantation * Hilton Head, SC
ARB Reminder___
Recently there have been
several incidents where
property owners have
constructed additions to their
homes without prior approval
and permitting from the
Plantation or the Town. Some
constructions were minor, such
as adding windows; others
were as large as adding a
porch, a gazebo, or a fire pit.
In some cases the property
owners were not aware of the
rules and regulations; in other
cases the property owner left
the whole project for the
contractor to accomplish.
Please do not let this happen
with your property. Please,
please, call the ARB office 6818800, ext. 231 and ask what
the Plantation requirements
are. The cost of removal and
fines levied are far higher than
just asking a few questions and
following the ARB Guidelines.
We are here to help you. We
will enjoy meeting with you to
discuss your plans for
enhancing your property.
For additional information,
the following documents are
readily available on HHP’s
website in the Documents,
Forms & Minutes section:
• HHPPOA Rules &
Regulations
• ARB Guidelines 2005
• ARB Frequently Asked
Questions (FAQs)
There’s loads of information on
www.hiltonheadplantation.com.
WHAT WAS THAT?
Did I see a Turn
Signal Flashing?
Probably not…
There’s a joke about
driving in South Carolina that
goes like this… When you
order a new car in SC, you
have a choice of getting
windshield wipers or turn
signals. Almost everyone opts
for the wipers.
On most driving days, we
would probably all agree. If
the lack of turn signal use
were the only driving problem,
we’d be in tall clover.
On our Plantation roads,
too many drivers mimic what
one sees on Route 278
everyday, all day long. In the
Plantation, we need to do a
better job at exercising and
promoting safe driving.
Here are some common
driving practices seen daily on
Plantation roads that could
lead to injury or worse –
• Excessive speed
• Driving too close behind
another vehicle
• Using a cell phone while
driving, particularly when
turning onto a right-of-way
• Failing to signal
• Not stopping at a stop sign
(Rolling stops don’t count!)
or yielding at yield signs
We’re all in the driving
survival game – adhering to
common-sense rules of the
road will definitely prolong
that game for all of us.
POA Information
WC Boardwalk is Under Construction_
by Larry Waterhouse
* The Conservancy Will Be Closed During Construction *
As you read this, replacement of the Whooping Crane Conservancy
Boardwalk has commenced. The HHP Conservancy Foundation selected
the DeSimone Construction Company to replace the boardwalk with
work beginning on or about July 1st. Replacing the boardwalk will take
three to four months, during which time the entire Conservancy will be
closed.
Approved by the IRS in November 2003 as a not-for-profit
foundation, the HHP Conservancy Foundation has received more than
$90,000 in contributions from HHP residents, Lowcountry businesses,
and the Hilton Head Island Land Trust, making replacement of the
boardwalk possible.
The original 1,500-foot boardwalk was designed by Todd Ballantine
in 1975 and built by volunteers and HHP employees. Beany Newhall,
who was instrumental in convincing Charles Fraser in 1972 to set aside
90 acres within HHP for a conservancy, provided the financial support
for the boardwalk, and this boardwalk was dedicated to Beany in 1985
for her tireless efforts in having land preserved for all to enjoy. The 50acre Audubon Newhall Preserve, located on Palmetto Bay Road, is
another conservancy that Beany obtained from Charles Fraser during
the development of Sea Pines Plantation. In 1997, when the Whooping
Crane Conservancy was deeded to HHPPOA, the acreage was
increased to 137 acres.
Highlights of
all phases of
the boardwalk
construction will
be featured in
Plantation
Living over the
next several
months, thanks
to the expert
photography of
Larry Coffin,
and we also
plan to intrigue
you with some early history of Whooping Crane Pond Conservancy in
upcoming articles in this newsletter.
The HHP Conservancy Foundation is most grateful to those who
have donated the necessary funds for this project, assuring that this
important amenity within our Plantation will be available for all
residents, their friends and guests, to enjoy. Donations to the HHP
Conservancy Foundation are always welcomed, and solicitations are
continuing. We encourage your generosity.
POA Information
Plantation Golfing________________________________
by Gary Hooper
Dolphin Head Golf Club
Dolphin Head recently conducted their Annual
Lady Patriot Games Tournament. This was a
two-day competition, with the competitors divided
into three teams of eleven members (Red, White,
and Blue). The sum of each team’s individual net
stableford scores for the two days resulted in the
final scores. The Blue Team finished first with 695
points, the Red Team coming in a close second
with 688 points, and the White Team third with 670
points. Tournament single day highs were posted
by Mary Parrella (41) and Linda Hahn (40).
Tournament total two-day highs were Linda Hahn
(71), Nancy Nettleton (70), and Mary Parrella (70).
Champion Blue Team Members (Left to right) Helen
Heberton, Connie Hooper, Barb O’Brien, Chris Nichols,
Dolly Thompson, Linda Hahn, Betty Eberle, Sherry
Bartels, Carol Wolff, Mo Conroy, Jean Burnett
Hilton Head Island Men’s Interclub Golf
Association
The Club Interclub Association has completed
the 2005 season. Each of the ten Clubs hosted a
one-day competition during the season. The
competition is a dual-format match play – (1) Twoman, better ball match play, and (2) individual
match play. Dolphin Head Golf Club hosted the
year’s final match. The top five teams of the year,
honored at an Annual Awards Luncheon, were:
First – Long Cove; Second – Moss Creek; Third –
Country Club of Hilton Head; Fourth – Port Royal;
Fifth – Dolphin Head.
Bear Creek Golf Club
The Back Nine
Renovation is
underway. An
18th Green
“Bulldozing”
member’s party
was held on
June 21.
Member’s
gathered to see the major beginning of the Rees
Jones update efforts. Work is continuing on green
collars, bunkers, and tees. The redesign should be
completed in early September.
At the Bulldozing Party (Left to Right) Sally Bowler,
Lynn Conant, Louise Lang, Marcia Collett
Rules Teaser of the Month
Source: Decisions on The Rules of Golf,
published by the USGA. (Decision 22/6)
Q. In stroke play, Joe’s ball lies just off the putting
green. Bill’s ball lies near the hole, in a position
to serve as a backstop for Joe’s ball. Joe
requests Bill to not mark and lift his ball. Is this
request proper?
A. No. If a competitor and a fellow-competitor
agree to exclude the operation of Rule 22-1,
both should be disqualified under Rule 1-3.
POA Information
HH PSD: Meeting Today’s Needs & Planning for Tomorrow_
by Richard Cyr, General Manager, HH PSD
During this last year, your
Hilton Head Public Service District
(PSD) has concentrated on
improving the financial viability of
your water and wastewater utility,
including reviewing our rates, fees
and charges to reflect the actual
cost of providing our water and
wastewater services. We also completed several major
planning efforts and began implementing the plans. At
the same time, the PSD has continued to provide
reliable, high quality water services, environmentally
responsible wastewater service and improved our
customer service.
Financial Viability Improved
Over the last several years the PSD has experienced
increased operating costs in almost all areas such as
fuel, power, wholesale water and equipment, but we
have been able to maintain stable rates. The Beaufort
Jasper Water & Sewer Authority (BJWSA), the supplier
of over half of the District’s water supply, has informed
the District of a 16.8 percent increase in our wholesale
water rate to be effective July 1, 2005.
In the face of significant upward rate pressure, the
PSD has reduced costs and improved employee
productivity. In the last two years, significant action has
been taken by the PSD Commissioners to reduce debt
and debt service. This year, the Commission took
advantage of an opportunity to pre-pay the 1995
Revenue Bond Series. The impact of this action was to
avoid a rate increase this year and for possibly several
years in the future. In the three-year period ending
fiscal year 2006, the PSD will have achieved the
following debt reductions:
• System debt decreased by $9.6 million or 17.3
percent,
• Future interest payments decreased by $9.9
million or 30.5 percent,
• Total debt service (principal and interest)
decreased by $19.5 or 22.2 percent.
Rates, Fees and Charges Reviewed
This spring, the PSD Commissioners completed a
review of all District rates, fees and charges with the
expressed purpose of establishing cost-of-service based
charges. Cost-of-service charges include only the costs
of providing the water and wastewater services. All
subsidies between our water and wastewater utility
services were eliminated. Each utility rate or charge
reflects only the costs of providing that particular
service.
A re-occurring concern of our customers has been
the perception of paying extra sewer charges to water
their lawn. Some customers have installed irrigation
meters or even a shallow irrigation well to avoid sewer
charges. The Commission was impressed with flat sewer
rates, but wanted to recognize low consumption water
users; therefore a new sewer rate structure was
approved. As of July 1, 2005, sewer charges will be
capped after the first 10,000 gallons per month of water
used, as opposed to the current cap of 32,000 gallons
per month of water used.
Fiscal Year 2006 Budget Highlights
The PSD Commission in June approved a balanced
operating budget for Fiscal Year 2006, representing $9.9
million in both revenues and expenses. In addition to
the residential sewer rate cap, other highlights are:
• Absorbing the 16.8 percent hike in wholesale
water rates from BJWSA. Your PSD does not
intend to pass this rate hike on to our customers.
• Reducing staff levels by 5 percent. The staff level
has been reduced by 17 percent since 2003,
while the number of customers has risen by 9
percent over the same period. An additional 300
customers are anticipated in the 2006 budget.
• Implementing long-range plans to: provide sewer
access throughout the PSD; improve the water
distribution system; identify future water supply;
and maintain and replace major equipment.
Major Projects Underway
Last year saw the completion of several major
planning efforts and implementation of these plans has
already begun. These efforts include our search for a
future water supply for the Island; providing all
properties in the PSD with access to the sewer system;
and improving our water distribution system. We believe
these vital projects will impact life for generations.
Water Supply Search
Saltwater intrusion into the Island’s primary
groundwater source – the Upper Floridan Aquifer – has
prompted the PSD to search for a new water supply by
2008. Our search for a safe, reliable and long-term
supply has led us to explore the use of two different
aquifers – the Middle Floridan Aquifer and the
Cretaceous Aquifer. The Middle Floridan Aquifer sits
about 500 feet below sea level, while the Cretaceous
Aquifer is about 4,000 feet below sea level. The PSD
would need to build a state-of-the-art reverse osmosis
treatment plant in order to utilize the deeper
groundwater found in the Middle Floridan and
Cretaceous aquifers. Reverse osmosis technology is not
new to the Island. South Island PSD has successfully
used it for several years.
POA Information
We have completed hydrogeology studies showing
that pumping groundwater from the Middle Floridan
Aquifer may actually improve the health of the Upper
Floridan Aquifer over time. This fascinating science is
only part of the search effort. We are currently
evaluating potential locations for a reverse osmosis
treatment plant and for new groundwater wells.
Sewer Master Plan
Another major project undertaken by your PSD is to
provide all properties within our service area with access
to the sewer system. Currently, about 20 percent of
properties within the PSD do not have access to the
sewer system. We believe that both public health and
our pristine Island environment demand installation of
and connection to the sewer system.
The PSD plans to expend about $19.5 million over
the next 10 years to install the major sewer mains and
lift stations necessary to provide access to the system.
However, it is important to remember that the
installation of this “backbone” sewer infrastructure does
not result in the connection of even a single home to the
sewer system. Instead, individual property owners must
pay to have their lots connected to the system.
Water Distribution System Upgrades
Your PSD has completed an array of water line
improvements designed to enhance the flow of water
throughout the PSD’s distribution system. Your PSD’s
water distribution system actually comprises two
separate distribution systems. This is the result of the
manner in which our service area was developed, and
the PSD’s absorption of several smaller utilities.
These distribution system improvements involve
completing several line connections and loops, and
optimizing the size of water lines in several areas. The
projects have a positive effect on water quality, as we
eliminate “dead-end” lines and improve the movement
of water through the system. Customers in several
neighborhoods may even notice improved water
pressure as a result of these enhancements.
Jim Hewitt,
Hilton Head
PSD
Wastewater
Services
Supervisor,
monitors the
PSD's
Seabrook lift
station in
Hilton Head
Plantation
near the
County Club
of Hilton
Head.
Chlorine Leak at Front-Gate Well
In April of this year, the PSD experienced an
extremely rare and unfortunate event – the leaking of
chlorine gas from a spare chlorine tank at our FrontGate Well, located near the front entrance of Hilton
Head Plantation. The leak was the result of a hole the
size of a ballpoint pen tip in the bottom of the spare
tank, caused by corrosion. The PSD purchases chlorine
tanks from a Savannah vendor, which delivers the tanks
directly to our well sites.
We use chlorine gas to disinfect groundwater at our
well sites. This method of disinfection is safe, effective,
and used around the world. Nonetheless, the event has
prompted us to explore the possibility of using
alternative methods of disinfection, including the use of
liquid chlorine. We also have begun inspecting each tank
at the time of its delivery to our well sites.
No one was harmed as a result of the leak. The PSD
is thankful for the quick and comprehensive response of
the Town of Hilton Head Island Fire and Rescue Division,
the Southern Beaufort County Hazardous Materials
team, the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office and your
Hilton Head Plantation Security team. The PSD shares
these agencies’ concern for public health and safety and
is grateful for having such partners in the community.
PSD-Clemson Partnership Going Strong
Your Hilton Head PSD and the Clemson Extension
Service have teamed up to bring the Carolina Yards &
Neighborhoods program to Hilton Head Island. Carolina
Yards & Neighborhoods teaches participants the
environmentally friendly way to care for their
Lowcountry yards and gardens. It is free and open to
the public. This program runs through October, with
workshops taking place at 11 AM on the last Friday of
each month, in your PSD’s Community Room at 21 Oak
Park Drive, off Mathews Drive.
Teri Hale, Clemson’s Horticulture Agent for Beaufort
County, presents the Carolina Yards & Neighborhoods
program. The program comprises a series of principles
that homeowners can use to care for and beautify their
yards and gardens – while at the same time helping to
preserve the pristine Lowcountry environment. The
schedule of workshops includes:
• July 29 – Fertilize Appropriately & Control Yard Pests
Responsibly
• August 26 – Mulch and Recycle
• September 30 – Attract Wildlife
• October 28 – Reduce Stormwater Runoff & Protect
the Waterfront
Our Customer Service Center, at 21 Oak Park Drive
off Mathews Drive, is open from 8 to 5, Monday through
Friday. Our telephone number is (843) 681-5525. You
also can email us your questions and comments at
info@hhpsd1.com. We look forward to continuing to
provide you with the high quality service we all demand
and deserve from your Hilton Head PSD.
HHP Clubs
Bridge Winners________
Yoga with Ruth________
Farmers Club__________
Informal Bridge
Since 1986, Ruth Palmer varies the
weekly Yoga exercises and positions
to address the group’s needs. Yoga
is a relaxing, energizing &
strengthening program, including
gentle stretches and positions to
help people survive with their pain.
After a pretty nice June, July is
hitting us with a real dose of
Lowcountry summer. Just be
thankful we garden on the coast
where we usually have a breeze at
some time every day. This month is
the time to water deeply but not too
frequently the plants we have left.
We want them to put their roots
down deep where there is some
moisture in the ground. Mulch is a
good idea, too; and I have not
found there to be any weed content
of concern in our available pile at
the farm. There is much more
nutgrass in the paths and outside
my plot than there is inside on the
areas I have mulched with it, so I
plan to use much more in the future
as it builds better soil. Mulch also
protects roots from extreme heat
and helps hold moisture. It has
been said that it also provides a
place for predator insects to live,
and I’m all for the ‘good guys’ in the
garden.
June Winners
1. Helen Allen
2. Teddy Peters
3. Norm Wolff
PH – 4th Tuesday – 7:15 PM. Call
Freddie/Syd Hodges - 689-6142.
PH Dinner Bridge
June Winners
1. Norm Wolff
2. Jack Cavagnaro
3. May Lou Fehrman
4. Penny Bailey
PH – 1st Tuesday – 6:00 PM. Call
Gloria Campeau – 681-6647 or
Billie Hodges – 681-5906.
Slammers
June Winners
1. Shirley Beinbrink
2. Norm Wolff
3. Billie Hodges
PH – 2nd Wednesday – 7:00 PM.
Call Rick Perrini – 689-5025.
SL Ladies Bridge
June 7th Winners
1. Lil Romano
2. Char Folk
3. Fran Anderson
4. Flo Thompson
June 21st Winners
1. Gloria Campeau
2. Hogan Downes
3. Fran Anderson
3. Delores Kanski
SL – 1st & 3rd Tuesday – 10 AM.
Call Fran Anderson – 681-2554.
Farmers Market
Saturday mornings
9 to 11 AM
At Seabrook Farm
Days:
Time
Place:
Thursdays
9:00 – 10:30 AM
DH until 8/4, PH 8/11 on
Big Wheels Club_______
The Big Wheels Bicycle Club is a
wonderful way to get out in the
fresh air, get some exercise, and
socialize with friends. We meet on
the 1st and 3rd Thursday every
month. The 1st Thursday we bike to
Dolphin Head, bringing a brown bag
lunch, meeting at 11:30 AM until
1:00 PM. At that time, we decide
what restaurant we will meet for
the 3rd Thursday. Contact Joan
Henry at 689-5649 or Kathleen
Krizner at 681-2929.
Woodcarvers__________
Woodcarvers have many projects in
the works – birds, figures, basrelief, etc. Come spend some time
with us. Experience is not a factor;
we learn from one another.
Days/Time: Mondays @ 7:15 PM
Place:
Spring Lake Pavilion
Contact Jim Gorddard at 689-3273
Happy Times Society____
The Happy Times Society is a social
group for all HHP residents. Happy
Times Society meets each month at
Dolphin Head for refreshments.
Date:
4th Sunday of the month
Time:
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Place: Dolphin Head
Please bring a hors d’oeuvre for
eight and your own utensils, plates,
cups, napkins & beverage.
Do be on the lookout for heavy
infestations of beetles and
grasshoppers that can do a lot of
damage. It is good if you can hand
pick these into a container of water
with a little Clorox mixed in, or just
crush them if you’re brave.
Still looking good is okra, field peas
and some tomatoes. Peanuts and
sweet potatoes are easy to grow,
and I may try them next year if I
have enough space. The perennial
flowers and summer annuals keep
out plots colorful and our vases
filled. Be sure to feed them as
needed. If zinnias get rust, yank
them out and sprinkle new seeds.
You can continue to plant them until
frost. There are some new varieties
out there worth growing.
Please, please keep your weeds
pulled and plots tidy. If you need
help, call Dennis Snyder at 6822472, and he will send someone to
till your plot for a fee that will
benefit the Club.
-- Diane Middleton
HHP Clubs
Fishing Club___________
As you are aware, there will be no
Fishing Club meeting in July or
August. The Board will continue to
meet. The next dinner meeting will
be in September.
As this was being written (back in
mid-June), the Island Packet
published a photograph of a smiling
fisherman with a fish he had just
caught in Jarvis Park Lake. The
fisherman had declared his fish a
“keeper” and was adding it to the
“mess of fish” he and some friends
were gathering for a fish fry. The
fish could not have been more than
five inches long. How long will
Jarvis Lake be a recreational site for
fishing if a “mess of fish” of this size
is removed with any frequency?
Unfortunately, this sort of thing
does occur in our own lagoons as
well. The vast majority of people
fishing our lagoons understands
how damaging indiscriminate
removal of fish can be and practices
catch and release. Some people do
not, however, and have the
capability of destroying our lagoons
as a source of pleasure for the sport
fishermen in the Plantation.
We were fly fishing in Seabrook
Lagoon and had a good-sized
largemouth hit a popping plug. After
a good fight, the fish headed for
cover at the bank and found it, in
the form of a large plastic bag. The
added resistance of the bag was
enough to snap the tippet and the
fish and plastic moved off into the
lagoon. Fortunately, the fish was
able to extricate itself from the bag,
which easily could have killed it.
Why do people discard plastic, cans,
bottles, and other debris into our
lagoons?
These bass are strange creatures.
Last year, the lure of choice was a
purple or red worm. This year, the
bass ignore worms of any color.
Earlier this year, a soft plastic
minnow did the trick. The fish now
seem to have tired of minnows but
are aggressive in going after
crayfish. The answer is, you have to
have a variety of lures at your
disposal and try them all.
Studies have shown that bass can
distinguish colors. For casting baits,
their preference is, in order, red,
white, silver, and black. For fly-rod
lures, the preferred color is yellow,
followed by white in combination
with any other color, and brown,
also combined with other colors.
Ever wonder how old that fish was
you just caught? A largemouth bass
will grow to two to four inches in its
first year, to five to seven inches in
its second year, and to eight to
eleven inches in its third year. By
the time it reaches eighteen or
nineteen inches, it will usually be
seven or eight years old. A lot
depends on food supply and the
length of the growing season.
If you are interested in the Club or
any of its activities, give Richard
Austin a call at 689-6841. For
questions about fishing our lagoons,
the one to call is Gary Turner at
342-3254.
-- Earle Nirmaier
Tennis Social Club______
A large group of members turned
out for the Breakfast Tennis Social
on June 18th. Players enjoyed fresh
fruit, homemade pastries and
bagels. The next social will be July
16th from 8:30 – 10:30 AM,
followed by an Ice Cream Social – a
big favorite last summer. There will
not be a tennis round robin in
August, since so many people are
away.
While you’re experiencing the heat
of the summer, think about a cool
party in December that you won’t
want to miss. Mark your calendars
now for the Spring Lake Christmas
Party, December 3rd at the Country
Club of Hilton Head.
Welcome to our new members:
Judy and Tom Larkins.
-- Sally Price
HHP Women’s Club_____
The Hilton Head Plantation
Women's Club (HHPWC) will begin
the 2005-2006 season with a Salad
Luncheon on August 9 at 11:30 AM
in the Plantation House.
Reservations, limited to 130, may
be made by email at
HHPWC1@yahoo.com or by calling
Judy Sturm at 689-3214 or Theresa
Schneider at 689-5272. Please give
both your first and last name when
you respond.
If for some reason you are unable
to join us, please cancel your
reservation so that someone on the
waiting list may attend. Members
whose surnames begin with A-L will
bring salads and M-Z will provide
precut desserts. Please mark your
dishes with an address label and
remember serving utensils.
Prior to the luncheon, sign-up
sheets will be provided for HHPWC
members to join Book and Bridge
groups as well as Island Hoppers,
Green Thumbers, Out-To-Lunch
Bunch, and Culinary Cut-Ups. There
will also be sign-up sheets for Mah
Jongg and Bridge lessons. Activity
fees must be paid at this time. You
must be a current paid member of
the HHPWC in order to be a
member of the activity groups.
HHPWC Directories for 2005-2006
will be available at the meeting.
If you have not already done so,
please plan to join the HHPWC,
which meets the second Tuesday of
each month from August to May
except for November 2005 when
the meeting will be held Tuesday,
November 1.
Membership is open to women
residents and property owners of
Hilton Head Plantation. Send a $10
check payable to HHP Women's
Club to Judy Sturm at 40 Cypress
Marsh Drive, HHI SC 29926. Include
your address, spouse's name, email
address, and phone number with
the check.
-- Anne Cohick
HHP Clubs
Craft Workshop________
Curtain Calls___________
Yacht Club____________
The Date:
Sat, October 15
The Time:
9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
The Place:
Christ Lutheran
Church, 829 William Hilton Parkway
The Event:
Annual Show & Sale
The Reason for you to be there:
Beautiful, handmade gifts, not only
for Christmas, but for birthdays,
weddings, anniversaries, hostess,
and, especially, exquisite gifts to
buy for yourself.
Curtain Calls, an informal
entertainment group, was created
for stage readings of plays from the
classics to offbeat Broadway shows.
We meet at 5:30 on the third
Sunday evening of the month,
September through May at the
Plantation House.
The HHP Yacht Club continues with
a full slate of summer events.
Members – if you haven’t put one
or more of these events on your
schedule, you are missing out on a
great time and even better
camaraderie!! Please check the club
website, www.hhpyc.org, for the
latest events, sign up sheets, and
Club news and photos.
After writing this column for more
than five years, it is sometimes
difficult to come up with a new way
to capture the reader’s interest
about a repetitive event. Those of
you who have been to our sales and
know the value, diversity & quality
of our items, have already marked
the date on your calendar and,
hopefully, will be able to be there.
A SPECIAL INVITATION IS
EXTENDED TO EVERYONE WHO
HAS YET TO ATTEND ONE OF OUR
SALES. One of the comments most
frequently heard is, “This is more
than a craft sale - this is like coming
to a beautiful boutique shop.” The
variety of items is limitless. And,
you never have to worry about your
gift being a duplicate of something
your “giftee” already has.
TO BRIDGE PLAYERS ESPECIALLY…
How many of you have sat at a
table where the bridge tallies had
gorgeous quilled designs? You will
find them at the Annual Show and
Sale. Jane Alvarez, our multitalented member, fills orders all
year round.
BE SURE TO JOIN US. MARK
YOUR CALENDARS NOW –
October 15th from 9 AM to 2 PM.
-- Charlotte Ward
Membership falls into three
categories that may shift during the
year: 1) Actors – those interested
in reading. Enthusiasm and good
voice projection are more important
than experience. 2) Producers –
those willing to produce a play,
which includes selecting the play,
the actors, and the director. 3)
Audience – those who want to
enjoy the product. What good is a
play without an audience?
Since we must pay royalties on
some plays, we charge annual dues
of $5 per person to cover the cost.
We also collect $1 per person at
each performance for table supplies
and soft drinks.
The place for a good time is a
meeting of Curtain Calls. We hope
you will join us when the fall season
begins on September 18th at 5:30
PM. For further information, call
Ginny Heidrich at 681-9534.
-- Grace Nealy
Cheers by the Sound_____
Come greet dear friends and make
new ones at Dolphin Head
Recreation Area. Bring a hors
d’oeuvre for eight, a serving utensil,
your favorite beverage, paper plates,
cups, and napkins.
Rubber Stamping Club___
Planning for our first meeting is in
the works to create “works of art”
and share stamping techniques and
innovative ideas. If interested, and
we hope you are, please call Gail
Phillips at 681-8262 or 422-2042.
-- Gail Phillips
Day:
4th Tuesday of the Month
Time:
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Place: Dolphin Head
Adults ONLY. No reservations –
just show up. For information, call
Margita Rockstroh 682-3171 or
Marma Kuczkowski at 689-3399.
The Savannah Yacht Club on the
Wilmington River was the
destination for 15 boats with some
35 boaters on May 25th. A
wonderful luncheon and some great
boating were the reward for all
participants!
Approximately 15 power and
sailboats, with close to 100 people
on board, turned out for the Annual
Blessing of the Fleet on June 4th.
Boats gathered in Port Royal Sound,
then paraded in single file down
Skull Creek. In front of the
Seabrook Landing dock, each boat
received a blessing for “fair winds
and calm seas”…appropriate for the
start of the hurricane season! The
afternoon saw approximately 100
members and guests gather for an
incredible pig roast with all the
trimmings.
The Annual Baypoint Picnic on July
14th drew 20 power and sailboats
with 55 members and guests for a
picnic on the beach. The calm
waters and sandy beach provided a
great place for picnicking,
swimming and just plain loafing!
Don’t forget the ever-popular
Dockside Luncheon at the Dockside
Restaurant on August 18th. Sign-up
sheets are available on the website.
Our next regular meeting will be on
September 15th, at 6 PM, featuring
a Jimmy Buffet Party.
For membership information,
contact Nancy Correll at 642-3755.
-- Ron Li
Farmers Market
Saturday mornings - 9 to 11 AM
At Seabrook Farm
Hilton Head Plantation
2005 Hurricane Evacuation Information
Every Hilton Head Plantation resident should
understand and be prepared for an evacuation during
the hurricane season. The purpose of this brochure is to
assist you before, during, and after an evacuation.
Please keep this brochure with you during an
evacuation.
What to do Now…
Prepare your Evacuation Plan.
Be certain you have adequate insurance on your
home and its contents. This should include Flood
Insurance from the federal government through
your home insurance carrier. Flood Insurance has a
30-day implementation delay.
Photograph or videotape your home and its contents
for Insurance purposes.
Make copies of family and personal records.
When a Hurricane Watch is Issued…
Know the Difference…
•
•
•
•
Hurricane Watch – Hurricane is possible within 36
hours.
Hurricane Warning – Hurricane is expected within
24 hours.
Voluntary Evacuation – Evacuation is
recommended but not required. The Cypress Gate is
open to traffic.
Mandatory Evacuation – The Governor has
ordered an evacuation. The Cypress Gate is closed
by order of Beaufort County Emergency
Management (BCEM).
Until the Governor rescinds Mandatory
Evacuation:
• Re-entry onto Hilton Head Island is prohibited.
• Re-entry into Hilton Head Plantation is
prohibited.
• All emergency services (ambulance and fire)
cease.
• 911 will not be answered.
Storm Categories…
Category
MPH Winds
Storm Surge
1
2
3
4
5
74 – 95
96 – 110
111 – 130
131 – 155
> 155
4 – 5 feet
6 – 8 feet
9 – 12 feet
13 – 18 feet
> 18 feet
Weather Web Sites…
http://www.co.beaufort.SC.US/Emerg_mgt/
http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
http://www.disastersrus.org/
http://WCHS.CSC.noaa.gov/
Stay tuned to a local radio or television station for
the latest National Weather Service advisories and
for special instructions from local and state
governments.
Check your battery-powered equipment. Your
battery-operated radio could be your only source of
information, and flashlights will be needed if utility
services are interrupted. Buy extra batteries.
Keep your car’s gas tank full. Service stations may
become inoperable once the storm strikes.
Store drinking water in clean bathtubs or in jugs and
bottles. The water system may become
contaminated or damaged by the storm.
Obtain extra prescription medications and medical
supplies.
During this time, you MAY install ARB-approved
Hurricane shutters and board up windows and
doors. Windows are broken mainly from wind-driven
debris. Wind pressure may break large windows,
garage doors and double entry doors. Taping
windows does NOT keep the glass from breaking; it
merely confines the broken glass.
Secure outdoor objects that might become debris.
Garbage cans, garden tools, toys, signs, porch
furniture, and a number of other harmless items
become deadly missiles in hurricane winds.
Moor your boat securely well in advance of the
storm, or move it early to a designated safe area.
Do NOT stay on your boat.
LEAVE EARLY. We are a low-lying beach area that
may be swept by high tides or storm waves. When a
voluntary evacuation is recommended, leave the
Plantation quickly with a specific plan and a set
destination. When a mandatory evacuation is
ordered, the Cypress Gate will be closed. At that
time, you must exit by the Main Gate and go right
onto 278 West with three lanes going over the
bridge. The far left lane will turn onto Route 46 to I95. At this point, expect lengthy delays. Your best
bet is to leave during the voluntary phase.
If the BCEM advises evacuation of your area, DO SO
IMMEDIATELY. Keep your car radio on and listen for
further instructions, such as the location of emergency
shelters.
BE AWARE that some areas may flood long before
the storm arrives. Evacuation is complicated by the
fact that the Hilton Head Island area is densely
populated and may require evacuation orders to be
issued earlier than one day before the storm's
arrival. Don't get caught by the hurricane in your car
on an open coastal road.
Because tornadoes are often spawned by
hurricanes, be alert for tornado watches and
warnings. In case of a tornado warning, seek shelter
immediately in an interior bathroom or small hall,
preferably below ground level.
Learn the local evacuation routes.
Trim dead wood from trees around your house.
Check for loose rain gutters and down spouts.
Listen for weather updates and local information on
these stations:
98.3 FM
WGCO
98.7 FM
WYKZ
106.9 FM
WWVV
107.9 FM
WLOW
Prepare evacuation supplies.
What To Pack…
Prepare to be gone at least 48 hours.
Cash and Credit Cards
I.D. and Drivers License
Insurance policy, Name of Agent, and Telephone
Number
Inventory of Household Contents
Copies of Family & Personal Records
Road maps & alternative routes to destination
Cell Phone
Change of clothing for at least two days
Protective clothing & sturdy shoes
Prescription medicines & supplies
First Aid Kit
Bottled water and canned beverages
Non-perishable food
Can opener
Flashlight and extra batteries
Portable radio and extra batteries
Blankets
When a Hurricane Warning is Issued…
Move outdoor objects, such as porch furniture, grill,
garbage cans, hanging plants, etc. into the garage
or house.
Store drinking water in clean containers and fill
bathtubs with water should the water supply be
contaminated.
Park extra vehicles in the garage.
Leave a message on your answering machine so
that relatives and friends will know when you left
and where you are going. Know your answering
machine codes so that you can retrieve messages
and change the recording.
If you have a pool, cover the pump filter.
If told to do so, shut off your water, electricity, and
gas.
Lock doors and windows before you leave.
Complete and drop off the HHP Evacuation
Checkout Form at the gate as you leave. A driveby drop box will be in place at the gates.
Arrange for family members who need extra
assistance. Contact Med Trans, 21 Dillon Road, at
342-3444, or in extreme cases, Beaufort County
Dispatch at 341-4720.
Your Pets…
Do NOT leave pets behind. Take them with you.
• Make arrangements with off-Island friends or hotel
reservations where pets are permitted.
• Make certain pets are wearing collars with current
ID. Use adhesive tape and an indelible pen if the ID
is not current, and tape the information to the pet’s
collar.
• Pack a pet disaster kit in advance, containing:
Pet food
Food and water bowls
Medications
Medical Records
Motion sickness pills for travel
Sturdy leashes and/or pet carrier
Current photo in the event of loss
Pet bed and toys if space is available
• For birds, reptiles, and small animals, check with
your veterinarian.
During the Hurricane…
If you stay, government officials, emergency responders,
and aide agencies cannot and will not do everything for
you. You must take responsibility for yourself and your
family by being properly prepared ahead of time. Any
residents who stay should expect to be without power,
phone, and water for a week or more.
• TAKE COVER – Remain indoors during the
hurricane. Blowing debris can injure and kill. Travel
is extremely dangerous.
• STORM SURGE – Storm surge is a great dome of
water, which sweeps across the coastline near
where the hurricane makes landfall. The surge,
aided by breaking waves, sweeps everything in its
path. This is the most dangerous part of the
hurricane.
• FLOODS – Floods brought by the torrential rains of
a hurricane are dangerous. Even though hurricanes
weaken rapidly as they move inland, the storm can
bring 6-12 inches of rain.
• WINDS – For some structures, wind force is
sufficient to cause destruction. The greatest threat
from hurricane winds is the debris – a deadly
barrage of flying missiles such as lawn furniture,
signs, roofing, trees, siding, etc.
Re-Entry Information…
To obtain current information on storm damage, road
conditions, and re-entry instructions, call:
HHPPOA
Beaufort County EMS
Hurricane Re-entry #
843/681-8800, Ext 5
843/341-4600
877/264-5267
If telephone lines are constantly busy, you can check
these websites for updated local information:
Hilton Head Plantation POA:
www.hiltonheadplantation.com
Beaufort County EMS:
www.co.beaufort.SC.US/Emerg_mgt
After the Hurricane…
In case of a major disaster, the Architectural Review
Board has adopted procedures to expedite project
review and approval, thus facilitating tree removals,
repairs and rebuilding while maintaining our general
standards and guidelines. As always, the ARB and staff
intend to work closely and cooperatively with each
landowner to restore our safe and secure living
environment.
• No approval is required to remove trees that are
uprooted, trees that have fallen across structures, or
trees that have fallen on the ground.
• Upon receipt of a written Application stating “No
Changes”, staff will issue a permit to repair damage
to a structure that restores it to the previously
existing condition. Please complete the appropriate
form, which will be available on our Website, or
come to the ARB Office for forms and instructions.
No fee is required.
• ARB approval is required for minor changes or
modifications from previously existing conditions
(such as window/door changes). Submit plans to the
ARB Office.
• Staff approval is required for repainting or re-roofing
your house with the same color (if acceptable).
Submit repainting or re-roofing form. Available in
the ARB Office or on our website.
• ARB approval is required for rebuilding with
proposed exterior changes and/or additions or
changes required by current applicable building
codes, ordinances, rules, regulations or guidelines.
All applicable ARB review procedures apply. A fee of
fifty (50%) of the current ARB fees will apply.
• ARB meetings schedule: Depending on damage
sustained, the Board may increase the normal
meeting schedule for a period of time to be specified
on the POA’s Website. No applications for new
construction will be reviewed until applications for
damaged homes have been processed.
• HHP has copies of many HHP house plans on CD
ROMs. These CDs will be transported offsite in the
event of a hurricane evacuation. If you have house
plans, it is recommended that you bring a hard copy
of the plans with you during an evacuation or render
the plans to a CD ROM so they can be easily
transported and protected from the weather.
• All rebuilding approvals will be subject to the Town
of Hilton Head Island’s permitting process. The Town
will inspect all severely damaged properties and issue
a status card depending on their damage assessment.
Structures damaged in excess of 50% will have to
rebuild to the current Town building codes, including
flood elevation and structural reinforcements.
• When “Design Reviews” are required, the ARB
quorum may be reduced from four (4) to two (2)
voting members.
Temporary Housing Guidelines…
HHP wants to expedite the repair and reconstruction of
damaged housing caused by a disaster. Residents are
urged to acquaint themselves with the temporary
housing market in the area, such as condos, motels or
time-shares. Review your insurance to ensure you have
adequate coverage for alternate living expenses.
In the event of a major disaster that includes the
devastation of homes, the use of temporary housing on
the property may be permitted for a period of six
months. The Board may extend this period when a
special need is demonstrated. Temporary housing must
comply with the following guidelines:
• The use of temporary housing is limited to
permanent residents who are rebuilding or repairing
an existing home.
• Temporary housing is defined as travel trailers and
motor homes.
• The temporary housing must be located entirely on
the property owned by the resident.
Debris Removal Guidelines…
Following a major storm, a significant amount of
landscape debris is strewn about our properties. It is the
responsibility of each Property Owner to clear his/her
property and bring the debris to a designated HHP
disposal site. HHP or its designated contractor will
remove the landscape debris from road right of way for
disposal. Structural debris removal must be contracted
on an individual basis by each landowner.
The following guidelines apply for landscape debris
removal:
• Place the debris in piles along the roadside. Keep it
off the paved surface.
• Do not pile debris over water meters or fire
hydrants. Must be segregated by form.
Music & Sunset
HHP’s July concert
Back by popular demand…
The Headliners
…with your favorite music
from the 50s, 60s & 70s.
Date: Wednesday, July 27
Rain Date: Sunday, July 31st
Time: 7:00 to 9:00 PM
Place: PH Parking Lot
Pizza, Popcorn, Soda & water
Will be available for purchase
WARM UP YOUR VOCAL CHORDS, AND…
Don’t forget to bring your chairs & bug spray!
Sign up for POA Activities at the Scheduling Office in the Plantation House.
Questions? Call Amanda at 681-8090.
HHP’s Health & Fitness Programs
Program
Instructor
Cardio Splash
Beverly Perfect
Hatha Yoga
Gloria Bergeron
Total Fitness
Beverly Perfect
Tai Chi Chuan
Molly Carrington
Water Aerobics
Deep-End
Shallow-End
Cheryl Kammire
Time /
Minimum #s
Place
2005 Fees
5:30 – 6:30 PM
(10 Minimum)
SL Pool
$5.50 – 1 class
$40 – 8 classes
$72 – 16 classes
Monday
7/11 – 9/26
No class–7/4, 8/22, 9/5
Mon– All Weights
Wed– Aerobics/Weights
Thurs– Pilates & Yoga
Thursday
New Session Begins 9/1
Moderate: 6-7 PM
Gentle: 7:15-8:15 PM
(10 Minimum)
PH
5:30-6:30 PM
(10 Minimum)
SL
Pavilion
8:30-10:00 AM
(6 Minimum)
DH
$60 – 6 classes
Mon-Wed-Fri
Starts August 8
8:15-9:15 AM – Shallow
9:15-10:15 AM - Deep
SL Pool
$4 – 1 class
$39 – 10 classes
$68 – 20 classes
$87 – 30 classes
Date/Days
Tuesday & Thursday
8/2 – 9/22
Deep-End / Shallow-End
Water Aerobics
Shallow-End Aerobics is an enthusiastic fullbody cardio workout. The class will use water
weights to help build muscular endurance and pool
noodles to strengthen your core exercises.
Deep-End Aerobics will be a non-impact aquatic
class with water resistance for overall conditioning
using vertical positioning. Jogging and specific
exercises will strengthen the back and abdominal
muscles for a total body workout.
Days:
Begins August 8, Mon – Wed – Fri
Time:
Shallow End Aerobics – 8:15 - 9:15 AM
Deep End Aerobics – 9:15 - 10:15 AM
Place:
Spring Lake Pool
Cost:
$4 – 1 Class
$39 – 10 Classes
$68 – 20 Classes
$87 – 30 Classes
A minimum of 12 people is required per class. All
participants must bring a pool noodle. Water belts
would be helpful for deep-end aerobics.
$5.50 – 1 class
$50 – 10 classes
$80 – 20 classes
Evening Cardio Splash____
Would you like to stop on your way home from a
hard day at work and get an energizing, evening
workout at Spring Lake Pool? Join us for these
high-energy, aerobic workout classes. We will be
movin’ and groovin’ in the water for 40 minutes.
Then, we will tone our muscles for 20 minutes
using water weights. Minimum 10 participants.
Session:
Aug 2 – Sept 22 (16 classes)
Days:
Tuesday & Thursday
Time:
5:30 – 6:30 PM
Fee:
$5.50 per class (see matrix above)
Spring Lake Pool________
The POA has had to close the Spring Lake Pool
twice already this summer because fecal matter
was found in both the adult and children’s pools.
When such incidents occur, the POA must close the
pool for 32 hours to conduct the DHEC-prescribed
decontamination procedures.
Fecal contamination is a serious problem. The
elaborate decontamination procedures cost a
minimum of $500 per incident and closing the pool
represents an inconvenience to all pool users.
It is imperative that all pool users do
everything possible to prevent these
accidents. Be sure your children are potty-trained
before using the big pool. With your cooperation,
our summer at the pool will be fun and healthy.
Arts Center Tickets______
Arts Center tickets are available for the production
of “Shear Madness.” Poor Isabel Czerny… the
reclusive, once-famous concert pianist has been
murdered in the apartment above the Shear
Madness unisex hair salon. That she will meet her
untimely demise is the only thing certain in this
hilarious murder-mystery where the audience
decides whodunit. Was it the flamboyant, sharpwitted salon owner, the gum-chewing hairstylist,
the snooty socialite or the philandering antiques
dealer? The ending of the play is different every
night as audience members hear clues, question
the characters and solve the crime. Bad hair and
bad jokes notwithstanding, this wild and ridiculous
farce has become the longest-running play in
history of American theater entertaining more than
six million people since it opened in Boston 24
years ago.
Date:
Saturday, August 6
Time:
8:00 PM
Price:
$26.00 per person
Deadline:
Wednesday, July 27
Make your check payable to The Arts Center. Your
check is your reservation. Only patrons with
disabilities will receive seating preferences. There
are no exchanges or refunds, and there are limited
reservations.
Teen/Pre-Teen “Club Night”
The Activities Department is hanging out with the
guys and girls for an evening extravaganza! Food,
dancing, games, prizes, and all the works for a
jammin’ night!
Challenges between guys and girls are scheduled to
rock the Club! So… mark your calendars and tell
your friends to join us at the “Club” for an evening
of fun and games!
Date:
Friday, July 22
Time:
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Fee:
$5.00 per person
Place:
Plantation House
Deadline:
Wednesday, July 20
Age:
12 to 15 yrs.
Parents: POA staff will provide supervision. Teens
must be picked up no later than 9 PM.
Assisted vs. Independent
Living
There are many options if you or a family member
becomes ill: Independent Living, Assisted Living,
Nursing Homes, Hospice, Home Health, Respite
Care, Adult Day Care, Alzheimer’s facilities, and
others. With so many choices, it is difficult to know
which is the best for yourself or a family member.
Yet, the right choice can have a positive impact on
the rest of your life. Learn about the various health
care options currently available to you and your
family.
Date:
Wednesday, September 7
Time:
1-2:00 PM or 5-6:00 PM
Price:
FREE
Place:
Plantation House
KIDS KAMP 2005________
You may register your child at the POA Service
Center for one or more weeks. Full payment is due
at registration.
Dates:
Week 6: July 18 – July 22
Week 7: July 25 – July 29
Week 8: August 1 – August 5
Time / Days:
Registration:
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM; Mon – Fri
At the POA Service Center
Applications:
Age/Grade
Requirements:
Available at the POA Service Center or
on HHP’s website
Children who will enter Kindergarten in
the Fall 2005 or who will be five years
old by November 1, 2005, to children
who will enter 8th grade in the Fall 2005.
Fees:
1 Child:
2 Children:
Registration
3 Children:
4+ Children:
Weekly
$80.
$150.
$215.
$280.
KIDS KAMP Refund Policy
The non-refundable deposit is deducted from all refunds, regardless of
when the deposit, partial, or full payment occurs. A full refund,
less the non-refundable deposit, will be processed within thirty
days if the child is withdrawn prior to the start of Kamp. Once
Kamp begins, the child’s status as a “Full” session participant
will be converted to a “Weekly” status and will no longer be
eligible for the Pre-Registration discount fees. The refund will
be based on the number of weeks the child attended KIDS
KAMP and the current weekly fees at the time of withdrawal.
Feature Article
Awards of Excellence at the 2005 Annual Juried Show____
The Hilton Head Plantation Artists' Association
continues its tribute to the winners in the May
juried show. The Awards of Excellence were
awarded to the following people: Jo Dye, Joyce
Nagel, Jeffrey Nelson, Pat Tackes, Irene
Williamson, and Faye Willis.
The artists were asked what inspired them to
paint the particular work of art they submitted to
the juried show. The answers are varied and very
interesting.
For anyone interested in joining our group of
fellow artists, our meetings will begin in October
with the Edible Arts Festival, October 2, 2005.
More information will be forthcoming in future
articles.
AWARD OF EXCELLENCE - Joyce Nagel
AWARD OF EXCELLENCE - Jo Dye
Jo Dye - Title of Painting "It Isn't Black or White
... Is It?” Joe started with black on one end and
white on the other with varying shades of gray in
the middle, which is where the truth is, somewhere
in the middle. In other words, nothing is totally
black and white.
AWARD OF EXCELLENCE - Jeffery Nelson
Joyce Nagel - Title of Painting "Evening Shore
Children" When you walk along the beach just
before sunset and see the people on the beach,
everyone has their own thoughts, even children.
Jeffrey Nelson - Title of Painting "Ouro Preto
Street" Jeff found some old slides of his mother's
from his parents' trips around the world. Among
them were slides of Brazil from the late '50's, early
'60's. The slide, which this painting was based on,
had great composition and so he decided to do his
painting from it.
Feature Article
AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Pat Tackes
Pat Tackes - Title of Painting "All Tied Up"
AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Irene Williamson
Irene Williamson - Title of Painting "Shadow of a
Warrior" Irene used materials from other paintings
and other materials. As she began to tear them
into pieces and put them together, the image of an
Indian warrior began to emerge and so he became
the focal point of the painting.
AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Faye Willis
Faye Willis - Title of Painting "Lily Pond" When
asked what inspired her to paint "Lily Pond", Faye
said she simply loves lily pads and water scenes.
Good enough reason!
The Hilton Head Plantation Artists Association is
a non-profit organization that studies and promotes
the visual arts with monthly educational programs,
group painting sessions, workshops, and art
exhibitions. The Association is open to all Plantation
residents who are interested in the visual arts.
Members work in a broad variety of media and
range from beginners to accomplished
professionals. Scheduled meetings generally have a
speaker or demonstration concerning a wide
variety of art-related topics. The Plantation House
serves as a gallery for the artists -- most work
hung in the Plantation House is for sale by
contacting the artist. Informal opportunities to
paint and exchange information with other artists
occur every Monday and Tuesday from 10:00 AM
until 3:00 PM on the second floor of the Plantation
House. The Plantation Artists hold an Annual Show
in May at the Plantation House. Residents are
urged to join and explore their creativity; every
artist has to have a place to start and
encouragement from other artists certainly helps!

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