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Important Update: County proposed use of golf course as regional storm water retention facility
You have received copies of two letters drafted by our attorney with updates regarding communications with Sarasota County. A third letter is attached. As a reminder, we are neither the owner, nor seller of the Palms Golf Course. However, we do have a legal Covenant agreement signed by the owner of the golf course and the Forest Lakes HOA, which defines and protects the use of the land. The Covenant runs with the land, and is applicable to all potential buyers, including the


Important update: Covenant applies to potential golf course purchasers
Dear Forest Lakes Residents, You will recall the notice sent September 11, in which we (HOA) shared the information that the County had a possible interest in the purchase of the Palms Golf Course. (Refer to previous letter here ). And, in which we promised to share continued communications with you, as new information becomes available. The information and attorney letter below responds to our ongoing commitment. Covenant You were reminded that our HOA entered into a covenan


Important update: HOA covenant with Palms Golf Course
You may recall that our HOA entered into a covenant agreement with the owners of the Palms Golf Course in 2007, which was later amended...


August Update: STORMWATER DECISION MAKERS PANEL 10/4/25
This unparalleled presentation, hosted by the Phillippi Creek Coalition (PCC), a group made up of Forest Lakes, South Gate, PineCraft...


July Update: STORMWATER UTILITY FEES AND PHILLIPPI CREEK
As you may have read in the Sarasota News Leader, The Trident or the Herald Tribune, there have been big organizational changes to the...


June Update: STORMWATER UTILITY FEES AND PHILLIPPI CREEK
As reported in previous e-blasts, the HOA has remained involved in the conversations regarding stormwater management in the county. Our...


Flood Task Force Update
As was previously reported, in response to the tragic flooding that occurred in our community which resulted from Tropical Storm Debbie...


Historical Marker Coming Our Way!
As you may recall over the past 2+ years we’ve updated you on our efforts to pursue placement of a Historical Marker denoting the unique...


Did You Know?
FLCCE residents have their own access to Pine Craft Park? Shhh…Did you know that just North of Glenna lane on the west side of Brookhaven, (as you near the curve that takes you to Seaview), there is a wooden fence with an opening that leads you to a beautiful trail that is part of the County Park system? It’s true. The official entrance is located off Bahia Vista near Carter Street. No bikes or motor vehicles along these narrow and sometimes steep paths; but you can enj
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