Clubhouse Update

The excellent weather this week has allowed for some progress on the exterior of the Clubhouse. The first of the new concrete walkways were poured today as well as our new curbs. Trellis footings are complete as well as trenching for electrical and irrigation. It’s looking like another great weather week ahead with opportunities to continue forward.

We are not sure when the state and county guidelines will permit us to re-open but we are looking forward to seeing you all again!!

Nellie Gail Ranch Operations In Response to State Executive Order

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.

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.

Nellie Gail Ranch Ducks

The Nellie Gail Ranch Gators have been temporarily replaced by the Nellie Gail Ranch Ducks.

Clubhouse Update  

 

Construction on the interior of the clubhouse is complete and we can’t wait to show it off to you when we are permitted to re-open! Our May issue of the Pony Express will have more photos and descriptive information on the improvements. Meanwhile, here are some “teaser” photos to show you the new lounge area and the main clubhouse which we look forward to your enjoying soon!!

Open Session Board Meeting and Call-In Number for Open Homeowner Forum

Below is a link to the agenda for the Tuesday, April 21, 2020, Open Session Meeting at 7:30 p.m.  Due to the ongoing restriction against public gatherings, we will be unable to conduct our Open Session Board Meeting at the Clubhouse. However, we are implementing technology to invite your participation at Open Homeowner Forum via teleconference using zoom.us.
 
You may join the meeting at 7:30 p.m. by phone using any of the following telephone numbers:
        +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
        +1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
        +1 253 215 8782 US (Washington State)
        +1 301 715 8592 US (Maryland
        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
 
Enter the Meeting ID: 998 6003 5469 followed by #
Enter the meeting password: 352903 followed by #
 
As an alternative, you may also join the meeting on your computer using the following link and the same Meeting ID and password:
https://zoom.us/j/99860035469?pwd=VitEMVV5djcwWndVQ3hxWGN2THljZz09
 

New 24-Hour Security Patrol Company Begins Service

The Nellie Gail Ranch Owners Association Board of Directors recently approved a new contract for 24-hour mobile security patrol services. A contract with Allied Universal Security Services is scheduled to commence at 12:01 am on Saturday, April 11, 2020. Allied Universal is a worldwide leading provider of security services with local management to oversee our community. The post orders specify on-going high visibility patrols of all Nellie Gail Ranch community streets and entries for deterrence and detection. Mobile patrol officers will look for suspicious activities and report concerns to the appropriate authorities. Patrol officers will not engage, chase or otherwise insert themselves into criminal apprehension. The patrol vehicle will have Allied Universal and Nellie Gail Ranch logos and light bar.

Happy Easter

We are wishing your family a safe and Happy Easter

Home Security Tips

Recent reports received from Crimemapping.com indicates a total of three (3) burglaries during the past 30 days in the Nellie Gail Ranch community.

Help keep our community safe by following these tips to protect yourself from property crime.

Criminals are looking for an easy opportunity with the lowest risk. These simple preventative steps can go a long way toward eliminating crimes of opportunity and reducing the frequency of burglaries or thefts in the community.

If you see something suspicious, please call Sheriff Dispatch at 949-770-6011 or 911 immediately. Valid calls to Sherriff Dispatch result in more frequent patrols by law enforcement of the Nellie Gail Ranch community. The longer you wait, the harder it is to catch the criminal.

  • Persons loitering in the neighborhood – in a vehicle or on foot.
  • Persons and/or vehicles in the same location for a long or unusual period of time.
  • Persons carrying or concealing something suspicious.
  • Persons peering into cars.
  • Valuables being removed from home or vehicle.
  • Strange vehicles parked at the neighbor’s home.
  • Light or flashlight in homes while neighbors are away.
  • Suspicious sounds such as breaking glass, alarms, screaming, loud bangs or gunshots.
  • Prying, pounding or forcing sounds.

This link has other tips to prevent crime https://www.ocsd.org/documents/sheriff/staysafe/StaySafeOCBrochureOutreach_PR.pdf

For information regarding Crime Mapping visit: https://www.crimemapping.com/about

And remember, if you see anything suspicious, please call Sheriff Dispatch at 949-770-6011 or 911 in case of an emergency.

Stay At Home Order

The Nellie Gail Ranch Association office is currently closed due to the Corona Virus Stay At Home Order. We are however working remotely and have access to e-mail. Please e-mail inquiries directly to the below staff or for general information to admin@nelliegailranch.org.
Brenda Weber
Financial Transactions Coordinator
Weber@nelliegailranch.org

Brian Mitchell
General Manager
bmitchell@nelliegailranch.org

Corri Slater
Tennis Front Desk Supervisor
clubhouse@nelliegailranch.org

Dave Jones
Equestrian Manager
djones@nelliegailranch.org

Dennis Moss
Operations Manager
dmoss@nelliegailranch.org
Diane Goodchild
Office Administrator, Architectural Reviews & Submittals
goodchild@nelliegailranch.org

Jeff Hinkle
Facilities (Parks & Trails) & Compliance Manager
hinkle@nelliegailranch.org

Manuel Ruelas
Equestrian Facility Operation Manager
(949) 533-0241

Monique DiBonaventura
Website, Pony Express & Events Coordinator
moniqued@nelliegailranch.org
For life-threatening emergencies please call 911. For property emergencies, you may call 949-933-8546 or 949-395-0742.

Thank you for your patience at this time. We look forward to returning to normal operations May 1st pending release of the stay at home order. We wish all the best to all of our Nellie Gail Ranch families!!

Nellie Gail Ranch Facilities

While NGROA Parks remain open, the children’s playgrounds and equipment are closed. Please adhere to social distancing requirements when using the parks. No gatherings.

The status of NGROA Recreation Facilities are as follows:

  • NGROA Administrative Offices  – Closed
  • Tennis & Swim Club – Closed
  • Pickleball Courts – Closed
  • Park Grass Areas and Sidewalks – Open. Group gathering is prohibited. Comply with social distancing requirements
  • Trails – Open
  • Equestrian Center – Open
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to impact our world and all facets of life. The Nellie Gail Ranch Owners Association (NGROA) Board of Directors are committed to protecting public health and slowing the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in the Nellie Gail Ranch community. NGROA Management is closely monitoring the latest information from public health officials to assist the Board of Directors in determining appropriate actions for the community’s activities, administrative operations, and facilities. The above provides a summarized list of actions taken by the Board of Directors due to the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The actions taken are consistent with the recommendations and requirements from the California Department of Public Health, the Centers for Disease Control, County of Orange, and the California Governor’s Office. These measures will be evaluated as needed, as the Coronavirus situation evolves and subsides.