Did you know? Forest Lakes is represented by Sarasota County Commission District 2. This is where county decisions on issues such as stormwater management, transportation, parks, and community planning are made which directly impact our neighborhood. Over the past several years, with the help of County Commissioner Mark Smith, many of our community's concerns regarding stormwater management, flooding, and Phase II dredging have been addressed and/or resolved. These issues,

As you travel along Beneva Road and cross Riviera Drive, you've probably noticed a welcome change. The once-overgrown 15-foot hedges that had hidden the clubhouse from view for years have been professionally trimmed back, once again revealing The Palms Golf Club. Palm trees have been groomed, fresh mulch is being installed throughout the property, and the entire entrance area has been refreshed.The result will be a dramatic improvement that enhances not only the golf course b

Great News!! CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NEW OWNERS & RESIDENTS OF THE FOREST LAKES COMMUNITY As of April 21,2026, the Palms Golf Course was sold to its new owners, the SRQ Real Estate Group, LLC. Read their media announcement below: Palms Golf Course at Forest Lakes to Come Under Local Ownership Sarasota, FL — SRQ Real Estate Group, LLC today announced its acquisition of the Palms Golf Course at Forest Lakes, an 18-hole executive golf course located

HYDE PARK GROVE HISTORICAL MARKER FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2026, NOON GULF GATE LIBRARY The process of historical research, application and approval, has been a thorough one, taking more than 3 years. Though approved one year earlier, the actual work of designing and forging the cast aluminum markers takes significant, additional, time. This coming April 17, 2026, the Historic Center of Sarasota County, will sponsor a ceremony to present this illustrious honor to Forest Lakes res

As previously announced, the golf course owner has backed away from selling the golf course to the County (read more details in the News Leader article here ). The HOA has been contacted by a representative of the group of investors that is in the process of acquiring both the real estate and operations of the course. Their outreach stated an intent to preserve the land and to operate the golf course. Their correspondence also said “We look forward to working with the HOA

This morning, we received word through our attorney that the county is relinquishing its hold on the golf course in favor of a buyer with more agreeable terms for the seller. The County anticipates completing the appropriate termination paperwork by the end of this week. As we learn more about the parties, the plans for the property and the timelines, we will submit a follow up e blast to keep you informed. As a reminder, the use of the land is specifically defined by the Co

Forest Lakes HOA has initiated numerous steps to engage the County in meaningful, iterative dialogue regarding the Stormwater Department’s plans to purchase the Palms Golf Course (should they proceed and develop the Course as a Stormwater Facility). We compiled a bound booklet incorporating residents’ concerns and options from the Annual Workshop, and related documents including all Attorneys’ letters, the Covenant, and the Amendment to the Covenant, etc. We presented those

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

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