Nellie Gail Ranch Operations In Response to State Executive Order

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Consistent with the stay at home Executive Order we are prioritizing essential services.  The Nellie Gail Ranch Tennis and Swim Center and Association office have been closed and will re-open upon approval of the state.

The Executive Order may be viewed on the following link: https://covid19.ca.gov/img/N-33-20.pdf

We request you defer submittal of architectural improvement applications and Notices of Completion until we resume full operations.

Nellie Gail Ranch Equestrian Center staff are providing essential services in the care of our boarder’s horses and will continue to work. We will work with our Association vendors to provide service for urgent needs.  Anything that is not deadline sensitive, health and safety or property damage related will be deferred until normal operations resume.  The Executive Order did not provide an end date so we will be monitoring.

Many of our staff are performing critical time-sensitive functions from home and we are monitoring vendors to be sure that critical maintenance continues to be performed as needed. If you have any questions or concerns during our office closure you may reach me at bmitchell@nelliegailranch.org. If you have an urgent or emergency need you may reach General Manager Brian Mitchell by cell phone at 949-395-0742.

Easter Event Canceled

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In light of the latest directives from the OC Health Care Agency to protect public health and slow the rate of transmission of COVID-19, Nellie Gail Ranch is canceling upcoming events, including the Annual Easter Egg Hunt.

For the most updated information on this outbreak please visit CDC COVID-19.

OC Health Care Agency Press Release

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Here is a link to the latest press release from the OC Health Care Agency. (3/18/2020)

https://www.ochealthinfo.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=114423

Facility and Amenity Closures

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The pool and Swim Center will be closed this evening at 7:30 P.M. 

Facility and Amenity Closures

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The pool and Swim Center will be closed this evening at 6 P.M. Pickleball and Tennis Courts are closed through the duration of rain.

Trails are closed to vehicles through the duration of rain. Please call if you need assistance (949) 425-1477

Clubhouse Update

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This week we have completed the installation of the window casing and started staining the wood doors and windows finishing the multi-purpose room, kitchen and storage rooms. Staining will continue for another two weeks as we move to the front of the Clubhouse and then the Association office. The following remaining work is scheduled this month:

  1. Counter template measuring is complete with counters scheduled for late next week early the following week
  2. Final cabinet installation follows counters
  3. Fireplace stone is scheduled for the week of March 16th
  4. Door hardware install follows staining also the week of March 16th
  5. Carpet install is scheduled for the week of March 23rd
  6. Baseboards and baseboard painting will be last

Meanwhile, we will be able to share more next week regarding the exterior scheduling. We are aiming for April 4th to be completely operational on the interior. Thank you to our homeowners and club members for your patience.

Equestrian Center Clubhouse

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This week we completed the Equestrian Center Clubhouse reserve projects that replaced the patio cover and sliding glass door and expanded the deck to include a handicapped ramp for improved accessibility. The new three-panel pocket door provides 10 feet of access to the deck that has a solid alumawood cover.

The reserve funds used for these projects were funded by boarding fees with no assessment contribution.

We look forward to providing our Equestrian clients with a nice area to gather and socialize.

Clubhouse Update

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We are optimistic that the interior of the Clubhouse will be complete by the end of March.  Work pending as of the end of February includes final cabinet installation, wood staining, countertop installation, fireplace stonework and finally, carpet. All work is in process and scheduled and the Clubhouse interior is really coming together nicely. Come on down and take a look at the progress, play some pickleball or tennis and take a swim.

In the last few months, we have focused on completing the interior so our Members can begin enjoying the benefits of the new interior. Work is scheduled to commence on the exterior of the building and the parking lot on March 9th. We will send further scheduling updates via our This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch e-mails.

Playground Chip Replenishment

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The wood chip play surfaces at Gallup Park and Hidden Trail Park are being replenished today.  Gone are the days where simple wood chips were utilized. The wood chips we utilize are an engineered wood fiber specifically made for and certified for playground use.  They maintain cushioning properties, do not decompose and have improved impact resistance.  That’s important for our parents to know. But all the kids know is that its fun to run, jump and play in. This should be a great weekend to get out and visit one of the parks!

Play Pickleball in March

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Lessons with Vinnie Brascia

Beginner & advanced beginner pickleball lessons with Vinnie Brascia. Free for Members, otherwise $5 guest fee. Every Saturday during March at 1 pm. Call Tennis Club to reserve space at 949-831-6660. Space is limited. No walk-ups. For Pickleball membership information, please visit HERE.

Open Drop-in Play for beginners/advanced beginners in March

Beginning in March, we will be offering drop-in play for beginners and advanced beginners. These are players who typically are beginning to play the game and or have limited experience playing it. Your skill level could be described as just starting to play, limited experience, rely on others to keep score, and can sustain a short rally. It will allow you to play with others to develop your skills together. You should have completed the open free clinic or played somewhere else at least once. Free for Members, otherwise a $5 guest fee. It will be on Monday and Wednesday from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm and Saturday 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm beginning in March.