Consideration of Pickleball Program Time Change

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The Nellie Gail Ranch Board of Directors has been requested by homeowner pickleball members to consider revising the pickleball play start time from the current 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 am.  The request will be considered at the next Open Session Board meeting Tuesday evening, July 21, 2020, at 7:30 pm.

If you wish you may provide input to admin@nelliegailranch.org or you may attend the meeting via Zoom at the following link:

Zoom Meeting Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84216177522?pwd=Q3cwVWs0SXZ5L09ZdTZPZEppeWp5UT09

Dial in #:  +1 669 900 6833
Meeting ID: 842 1617 7522
Password: 718625

If you have additional questions, please contact Dennis Moss at the Nellie Gail Ranch Owners Association office at 949-425-1477.

Updated Tennis & Swim Club Schedule and Temporary Use Rules

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As we extend our hours and allow more recreational activities to take place consistent with the state guidance regarding re-opening, we ask our homeowners and club members to guard against complacency. The state and county are encouraging the re-opening of businesses while at the same time warning of the continued need to take appropriate precautions to limit the spread of COVID-19. We welcome back our homeowners and club members while at the same time asking for heightened careful adherence by our homeowners and club members to guidance related to masks, sanitation, and physical distancing. Please don’t just rely on others to be a good example in physical distancing. BE the good example, while at the same time enjoying the recreational and social activities you love here at the Nellie Gail Ranch Tennis and Swim Club. 
 
Recreation Center Hours Extended
 

In an effort to facilitate tennis and swim use by homeowners, club members and contracted user groups, the Recreation Center hours have been extended to 6:00 am – 8:00 pm. The additional time allows for Swim Center pool use from 6:00 am and 8:00 pm. Tennis courts are available for play from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 pm. Pickleball courts are open from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 pm.
Swim Center
 
Recent OC Health Covid-19 guidelines allow the Swim Center to be operated as a public pool. The pool and pool deck is now open to all homeowners, members, and guests. The state and county authorities have strict restrictions on pools so we continue with limited operations and have updated the schedule. The following is an updated list of the temporary rules we are operating under:
  • CHECK-IN REQUIRED BEFORE ENTERING POOL AND COMPLETION OF NEW WAIVER FORM
  • FACE MASK REQUIRED FOR CLUBHOUSE ENTRY
  • SWIM CENTER OPEN 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. DAILY
  • WADER POOL IS OPEN WITH PROPER DISTANCING
  • CABANAS OPEN WITH LIMITED USE TO ONE FAMILY EACH 
  • PATIO & DECK CHAIRS ARE SPACED FOR SOCIAL DISTANCING – (SUBJECT TO REDUCED CAPACITY – PLEASE DO NOT RELOCATE FURNITURE) 
  • NO CONGREGATING ON POOL DECK – PLEASE MAINTAIN PHYSICAL DISTANCING 
  • SPA REMAINS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
For more information, and to check pool lane availability, please call 949-831-666
Swimming Pool Availability
 
While the Swim Center has youth and adult programs that utilize the pool throughout the summer, a swim lane will always be available for members during any scheduled swim programming. Please ask the reception desk if you need help getting a lane. The Swim Center is clear of programs during the following summer hours: 
  • Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 7:00am-8:00am  
  • Tuesdays 6:00am – 8:00am
  • Monday thru Friday 3:00 pm-7:00 pm (2 lanes are in use for Intro to Gators 3:00-6:00 pm)
  • Saturdays 6:00am – 8:00am 
  • Saturdays 11:30am – 8:00pm (Scuba Class in lane 1 deep end 2-5pm)
  • Sundays 6:00am – 8:00pm (Scuba class in lane 1 and deep end 2-5 pm) 

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Tennis & Pickleball Temporary Rules Reminder
  • CHECK-IN REQUIRED AND COMPLETION OF NEW WAIVER FORM
  • FACE MASK REQUIRED FOR CLUBHOUSE ENTRY
  • COURT RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
  • TENNIS PLAY OPEN 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM DAILY
  • PICKLEBALL PLAY OPEN 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM DAILY
  • PLEASE MAINTAIN PROPER PHYSICAL DISTANCING (SUBJECT TO REDUCED CAPACITY)
  • NO GUEST ALLOWED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
  • NO SPECTATORS ALLOWED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Welcome back and enjoy the Nellie Gail Ranch Tennis and Swim Club recreational opportunities!!

Paddy Speyer’s Perpetual League Champion Trophy

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The Nellie Gail Ranch Tennis Club was awarded the 2020 Paddy Speyer’s Perpetual League Champion Trophy. This award goes to the tennis club that has the most teams either at the top or close to the top in their respective divisions. We participate in the Pacific Sun League and there are approximately 2000 women that play in the league throughout Orange County. It is the league’s biggest honor that can go to a club to win this award. All 6 of our teams finished in the top 5 in their divisions! Two placing first and two placing second!

Congratulations and thank you to all of our players and teams for participating and representing Nellie Gail Ranch Tennis Club in the 2019-20 season!

Tennis and Swim Center Re-Opening

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We began welcoming our homeowners and club members back to the Tennis and Swim Center beginning Tuesday morning. It has been a wonderful week back with our enthusiastic lap swimmers, tennis and pickleball players. We are in partnership with each of you to avoid complacency as we return to normal activities with a focus on safe practices while having a renewed appreciation for the joy of friendships and physical activity. The below link is to our Temporary Recreation Center Use Rules. Please complete the online waiver prior to your first visit to the Recreation Center

TEMPORARY RECREATION CENTER USE RULES

LIABILITY WAIVER AND RELEASE

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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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.