This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending January 17, 2025

Home Security Alert
CrimeMapping.com – Helping You Build a Safer Community  reflects one burglary in December and two this January within Nellie Gail Ranch.  Sheriff investigators have confirmed both January burglaries that occurred early evening within 35 minutes this past weekend were conducted by the same crew.  They used jammers to disable cameras and were in and out of each home within 10 minutes.  The vehicle had fraudulent plates not associated with the vehicle they were on.  The vehicles involved were not suspicious in appearance and were not parked on the streets for extended periods of time.  The investigations are ongoing and active.  While these incidents highlight how challenging it is to resolve these crimes, there is one positive all three had in common – neighbors cameras were able to be reviewed by the victims and the investigators to create a timeline and identify a potential vehicle and the community Flock cameras at entries also had images that law enforcement have been able to access.  Neighbors are helping neighbors!!       
Investigators encourage all homeowners to be extra vigilant onbehalf of yourself and your neighbors.
• If a vehicle parks on your street  after dark and multiple people  exit the vehicle and head to a  trail head, call the sheriff  immediately.  All three of the    above incidents involved three  individuals.• If you have alarms, please set      them when you leave.• Don’t leave valuables or safes in  obvious places.• If you hear a neighbors alarm,  call the Sheriff.
 
Horse Legacy Trail
Honor a cherished horse with a $50 donation and a clean horseshoe, which will be embedded in the new concrete walkway. Donations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis with the first 100 horseshoes guaranteed placement. Submit your horseshoe, payment, and horse’s name to the Equestrian Center or business office to receive a legacy map of its location.
 
Annual Diaper Drive
Consider donating today to support families in need. Donation boxes are conveniently located in both the Association clubhouse entrance and the Equestrian center clubhouse, making it easy for all residents to contribute. Thank you for your generosity!
 
Next Board Meeting
Below is a link to the agenda for an Open Session meeting scheduled on Tuesday, January 21st at 7:30 PM. The meeting will be held at the Association Clubhouse. Click the button below to view the agenda. For any questions, please contact admin@nelliegailranch.org
Agenda
 
Reminder: The Watering Hole will be close at3:00pm Saturday Evening For Special Event

Wind Event Caution

Wind Event Caution
With the first high winds of the season upon us please be sure to secure pool toys, lawn furniture pads, umbrellas, and anything else that may blow away.  We urge timely action on behalf of equestrians who may be startled by blowing debris.  We recommend staying off the trails until the wind dies down.
 
Please notify us at admin@nelliegailranch.org or by text to 949-933-8546 if you see downed trees or large branches.  Send a photo and description of the location.
 
Regarding clean-up, after winds like we have this week, the clean-up can take two weeks.  The following is our clean-up priority:
Downed trees blocking streets Downed trees blocking trailsFallen branches removed from parks, arenas, streetscapes and trailsEquestrian Center, Tennis and Swim Center debris removal Debris removal from streetscapes and planters 
Be careful if outside today!

Committee Recruitment

Nominating Committee
Consistent with Nellie Gail Ranch Owners Association By-Laws Article VI, Section 1, the Board of Directors will be appointing a Nominating Committee at the February 18, 2025 Board Meeting. If you have an interest in serving, please complete the below linked form and return by Monday, February 10, 2025.
Application
Charter
 
Join a Committee
As you set your New Year’s resolutions, consider getting more involved in the Nellie Gail Ranch community by joining a committee. Volunteers play a vital role in enhancing our neighborhood, and we are currently recruiting for the Architectural Review, Events, Emergency Preparedness, Landscape, and Security Committees. If you have any questions regarding any of the committee functions call the association office  at (949) 425-1477. Submit your application by January 15, 2025, and help make a positive impact in the year ahead!
Application
 
Horseshoe Dedication Trail
Honor a cherished horse with a $50 donation and a clean horseshoe, which will be embedded in the new concrete walkway. Donations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis through January 15, 2025, with the first 100 horseshoes guaranteed placement. Submit your horseshoe, payment, and horse’s name to the Equestrian Center or business office to receive a legacy map of its location. Construction begins late January.
 

This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending January 3, 2024

Pony Express Magazine
The January 2025Pony Expressis Out Now!
Start 2025 with the January Pony Express magazine! It’s packed with exciting community news, updates, and great stories you won’t want to miss.Pony Express
 
Year End 2024 Audit Mailing
Please help us save over $2,000 of printing expense this year by signing up for electronic delivery of association documents.
Scan the QR code below to sign up today!
 
Moulton Arena
Moulton Arena will be Closed forRenovation January 6-24th
The Equestrian Committee and Trails Committee have evaluated the Moulton Arena’s functionality and developed a renovation plan to modernize the arena and improve its functionality.  The current arena is an irregular shape and its outdated racing rails reduce the usable surface of the arena.  A plan has been developed to demo the existing railings and replace the single arena with a 50 foot diameter round pen for training and exercise separate from the arena.  Adjacent to the round pen we will construct a 170 foot by 80 foot arena with modular railings.  This project will provide an enhanced equestrian experience at Moulton Park in support of the Nellie Gail Ranch equestrian heritage.
 
Annual Diaper Drive
Consider donating today to support families in need. Donation boxes are conveniently located in both the Association clubhouse entrance and the Equestrian center clubhouse, making it easy for all residents to contribute. Thank you for your generosity!
 

January 2025 Pony Express Magazine

Start 2025 with the January Pony Express magazine! It’s packed with exciting community news, updates, and great stories you won’t want to miss.

This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending December 27, 2024

Holiday Hours of Operations
Hours of Operation
The Nellie Gail Ranch Owners Association office will be closedon Wednesday, January 1st in observance of the New Years holiday.
The Tennis & Swim Club will close at 4:00pm on Tuesday,December 31st and will be closed all-day Wednesday, January 1st.
The Watering Hole Restaurant closes at 10:00pm on New Year’s Eve – Tuesday, December 31st and will be closed all-day Wednesday, January 1st.
 
Sweetwater Trail Drainage Renovation
Sweetwater Trail is open for equestrian and hiking purposes.  New underground drainage will move runoff and natural spring seepage off the trail making it more rideable and hikeable following rains.  Come on out and enjoy this trail which is one the nicest among Nellie Gail Ranch’s over 25 miles of trails!  
 

This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending December 20, 2024

Holiday Home Decoration Contestant Map
Congratulations to the winners of this year’s Holiday Home Decoration Contest! Our community is aglow with festive cheer thanks to all who participated. Explore the map below to view the beautifully decorated homes and see the winning entries. Take a drive or stroll to enjoy the dazzling displays and celebrate the season!
Property List Map
 
Holiday Hours of Operations
Hours of OperationIn Observance of the Christmas Holiday Nellie Gail Ranch Owners Association Officewill be closed Christmas Day, Wednesday, Dec 25th Tennis & Swim Centerwill close at 2:00pm on Christmas Eve, Tuesday, Dec 24th andall-day Christmas Day, Wednesday, Dec 25th. The Watering Hole Restaurantwill close at 2:00pm on Christmas Eve, Tuesday, Dec 24th andall-day Christmas Day, Wednesday, Dec 25th.
 

This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending December 13, 2024

Holiday Home Decoration Contestant Map
To enhance your experience of touring the Nellie Gail Ranch community this holiday season, the attached map will help guide you to the festive displays of the 2024 Holiday Home Decorating Contest participants.
Winners of the contest will be announced NEXT WEEK.
Thank you to all who participated this year, and special thanks to our Contributing Sponsor, the Brad Feldman Group, for helping to judge and providing this thoughtfully crafted map. Happy holidays!
Property List Map
 
Trail Closure
The Sweetwater trail, between Oso Parkway and Nellie Gail Road, will be closed to all trail users starting Monday, December 16, 2024 until approximately Friday, December 20, 2024 for trail renovations.
See image below with the affected trail hi-lighted in yellow. Special arrangements can be made in advance for hay deliveries, farrier access or emergency access. Please contact the Association office if you require access during this trail closure.
 
 

This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending December 6 2024

The Watering Hole Restaurant will be closed tonight for a event from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Looking for a place to host a private event, such as a birthday party, baby shower, bridal shower, or anniversary? The Watering Hole Restaurant/Clubhouse is available for rental to Nellie Gail Ranch homeowners and Club members. For more information, click the link below or contact the NGR Owners Association office at 949-425-1477.
Restaurant Rental Information
The Hideout Rental Information
 
 
There are still 2 families available to adopt, please join us in helping support families this holiday season.
 
Next Board Meeting
Below is a link to the agenda for the Tuesday, December 10th meeting at 7:30pm located at the Association Clubhouse. Click the button to view the agenda. Contact admin@nelliegailranch.org with any questions.
Agenda

December Pony Express Magazine