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

This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending November 27, 2024

Holiday Hours of Operation
Recreation Center Thanksgiving Holiday HoursTennis & Swim Clubwill be closed Thursday, November 28th, Thanksgiving Dayand open abbreviated hours on Friday, November 29th 6:00am – 6:00pm The Watering Hole Restaurantwill be closed Thursday, November 28th, Thanksgiving Dayand  Friday, November 29th.
Business OfficeNellie Gail Ranch Owners Association Business Officewill be closed Thursday and Friday, November 28th & 29th

This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending November 22, 2024

Architectural Review Deadline Change
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday the deadline for submitting architectural review applications is November 22, 2024 for December 10th ARC review.

This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending November 15, 2024

Equestrian Center Asphalt Seal Coat
The Equestrian Center parking lot and paved road to the Equestrian Center Clubhouse were seal coated this week.  Seal coating fills cracks and voids and provides a protective barrier to extend the asphalt life.  This project was paid from Equestrian Center Reserves funded by boarder fees.
Architectural Review Deadline Change
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday the deadline for submitting architectural review applications is November 22, 2024 for December 10th ARC review.
Next Board Meeting
Below is a link to the agenda for the Tuesday, November 19th meeting at 7:30pm located at the Association Clubhouse. Click the button to view the agenda. Contact admin@nelliegailranch.org with any questions.
Agenda

This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending November 8, 2024

Compost Giveaway Event
Join us for a special event at Laguna Hills Mall, located next to Pumpkin City, where we’ll be giving away free compost to help enrich your garden and plants! Supplies are limited, so be sure to arrive early to claim your Free Compost—available while supplies last.
Large Animal EvacuationEmergency Contact List
One of the lessons learned in the recent Airport Fire is the importance of having a plan in place for potential evacuation of your large animals equine and other.  During the Airport Fire we were on the receiving end of a number of calls from horse owners seeking shelter.  If you are ever in need of a place to go in event of an evacuation, a contact list will be invaluable in helping you make timely transportation and shelter plans.  At the recent Town Hall Meeting, Sr. Emergency Management Program Coordinator Alyssa Rabas provided this form to assist owners of horses and other large animals to create a contact list.  After you complete this form you may take a photo to keep in your phone and keep a hard copy in your car glove compartment and  home.
Check List
Happy Veterans Day
Veterans Day is dedicated to honoring the men and women who have served. It’s a time for our neighborhood to come together in gratitude and remembrance, paying tribute to the sacrifices our local veterans have made for our nation’s freedom.
The Watering Hole Restaurant will be closed for a private event tomorrow night, Saturday, November 9, 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
Construction Not Permitted onFederal Holidays
Please remind your contractors that construction is not permitted on Sundays or Federal Holidays in the City of Laguna Hills.  Please do your part to keep Nellie Gail Ranch peaceful over the holiday!

This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending November 1, 2024

November Pony Express Magazine
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Don’t miss the latest issue of the Pony Express Magazine – packed with community updates, events, and some surprises just for Nellie Gail Ranch! November Pony Express

November Pony Express Magazine

This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending October 25, 2024

Gowns, Gowns and More Gowns
Wow!  What an amazing response to the Team Darkhorse 2024 Marine Corps Birthday Gown Drive.  Dozens of lovely gowns were  donated and we can imagine the wonderful evening the Marine Corps servicewomen, wives and husbands will have at the Birthday Ball!  Thank you to all who donated!!
Town Hall Meeting – CR&R Waste Collection
Representatives of CR&R attended the Town Hall to review changes in 2025 to waste collection in Nellie Gail Ranch and the City of Laguna Hills.  Under the new contract with the City all waste collection bins will be changed out with new bins starting in January 2025.  Like for like containers will be swapped out over the first few months of the year.  There will be a heightened focus on organics which include landscape clippings, food waste and “small amounts” of manure & stable bedding.  Trash collection rates will change July 1, 2025 to the amounts listed on page 10 of the link.  The most significant potential impact is related to manure collection rates.  Most Nellie Gail Ranch homes with horses are disposing of manure as organics in low volume amounts.  However, some higher volume private stables are currently being billed specifically for manure collection, those rates will be increasing 91.6% July 1st.  If you have a large number of organics bins that are primarily filled with manure and bedding CR&R may begin a process of converting billing to the manure rate.  At this time we do not have information as to how much bedding may be disposed of as organic before converting to a manure rate.  That is something CR&R will be evaluating in 2025.  Attached is a handout with information provided at the meeting including  rate information and contact information if you want to reach out to CR&R with any questions regarding your personal circumstances.
Town Hall Handout

This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending October 18, 2024

HAPPY FALL, Y’ALL!
Our inaugural Nellie Gail Ranch FAMILY FALL FESTIVAL was a resounding success last Saturday. It was wonderful to see families come together to enjoy the festivities.  THE REFLEXX live performance was fantastic, and they had people dancing and singing to the 80s greatest hits! A very special thank you to our event Contributing Sponsor, Melody Smith & Associates/Anvil Real Estate.
Happy Birthday Mickey Hayden
Mickey Hayden arrived at Nellie Gail Ranch and the Equestrian Center in October 1992 as owner and head trainer of Hayden Show Jumping & Riding School.  Over the years he has taught countless Equestrian Center boarders and Nellie Gail Ranch homeowners how to skillfully ride and compete at the highest levels of show jumping.  Mickey and friends celebrated his 70th birthday Wednesday evening at The Watering Hole.  The theme?  70’s of course!