Special Open Session Board Meeting – May 11, 2020 – 6:00 pm

A special open session board meeting will be held via Zoom conference call for the purpose of considering the adoption of Temporary Recreation Center Use Rules.  Rules will be considered for adoption on a temporary basis to allow for the timely re-opening of recreation center facilities. At this meeting, we will present and provide an opportunity for member comments. Nellie Gail Ranch homeowners are invited to participate as well as our Tennis, Pickleball, and Swim Center Club members. 

Draft Rules

Zoom Meeting Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85082051349?pwd=WkwvQWxnaXRGM0VHUDkxMHI4Z0pHZz09
 
Dial-in by phone:  669 900 6833
Meeting ID: 850 8205 1349
Password: 514736
 
If you wish to submit a comment in lieu of calling in you may do so via the following link:

Submit a Comment

Special Meeting to Review Plan to Reopen Recreation Facilities

We have been monitoring the state and county press conferences regarding ongoing business closures and reopening discussions. We have also reviewed reports of local recreation facilities who are making moves to reopen their clubs. We are currently preparing our own plan for a phased reopening and are scheduling a Zoom video/conference call on Monday, May 11, 2020, at 6:00 pm to review a draft plan and schedule for reopening the recreation facilities. We want our homeowners, Tennis Members, Pickleball Members, and Swim Center Members to review our proposed plan for reopening and provide an opportunity for you to provide input. We know many people are ready to start participating in their sports of choice again, while others remain concerned about potential public exposure. We want to create a plan that addresses both perspectives and provides you with an opportunity to give input.

Please put the date of May 11, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. on your calendar. We will send a link to the meeting next week. Meanwhile, please safely enjoy our trails and open space and what looks to be a beautiful weekend.

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.

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.

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.

Play Pickleball in March

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.

Learn How to Play Pickleball!

Beginner & advanced beginner pickleball lessons with Vinnie Brascia. No membership required, guest fee $5. Monday & Wednesday at 6:00 pm and Saturday at 1 pm. Every week ending on Saturday, February 29th. Call Tennis Club to reserve space at 949-831-6660. Space is limited. No walk-ups. For Pickleball membership information, please visit HERE.

Remember our first 100 members receive an inaugural pin!

Pickleball Valentine’s Wine and Chocolate Mixer

Pickleball Courts Open

On Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon we had drop-in play for newly finished pickleball courts. What a fun morning we had with our new pickleball members! Sign up to become a member and join us for fun future pickleball events!

Pickleball Memberships

With the projected warmer weather we should have our new pickleball courts ready for play by the end of next week.  Consider joining our growing Pickleball community as we are signing up enthusiastic new members daily.

Click Here for Pickleball Application

Tennis Court Update

We are also investing to make our tennis membership experience better too. The replacement of all tennis windscreens is commencing today and will be completed by next week. The anticipated warmer weather next week will make for some nice tennis play for leagues and social play. If you aren’t a Tennis Club Member already and would like to consider membership, come out and play a few sets, give us a call at 949-831-6660 to schedule a court time.

Nellie Gail Ranch Tennis Club