⚠️ This message is intended for Highlands homeowners. If you are a renter or do not own a home in the Highlands, please disregard. Board Nominations – Annual Meeting Election Reminder This is a reminder to the community that Board nominations are due no later than 8:00 PM on January 25. These nominations are for the Annual Meeting election, which per the Association’s governing documents will occur on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 8:00 PM. All nominations must be submitted in accordance with...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
The Decision in Plain English (TL;DR) Sign the Consent ❌ Special assessments cannot legally fix the operating deficit❌ Without changes, the HOA cannot lawfully adopt a fully balanced operating budget under the current rules ✅ Amendments fix the root cause✅ Amendments reduce the risk of court intervention and help keep decisions homeowner-controlled✅ Amendments keep dues as low as possible while meeting legal and financial obligations and addressing the problem long-term If you agree with...
2 months ago • 8 min read
SUMMARY (TL;DR) Insurance is now 473% of what it cost in 2020. Your amendment consent is needed to help stabilize the HOA budget. Sign the Consent 👉 Takes less than 60 seconds — no login required. Already signed? Thank you — please consider helping a neighbor submit theirs. Sign Now! or Questions? ⚠️ This message is intended for Highlands homeowners. If you are a renter or do not own a home in the Highlands, please disregard. 1. The Financial Reality Facing Our Community Florida’s insurance...
2 months ago • 6 min read
Summary (TL;DR) We urgently need homeowner consents to pass the amendments and prevent the risk of a court-appointed receiver. Sign the Consent ⚠️ This message is intended for Highlands homeowners. If you are a renter or do not own a home in the Highlands, please disregard. 🚨 Immediate Action Requested from Homeowners Hello Highlands Homeowner, This message contains urgent and time-sensitive information about the future stability of our community. We ask that every homeowner please review it...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Dear Highlands Neighbors, As we enter this season of gratitude, the Board of Directors would like to wish you and your families a warm and joyful Thanksgiving. This year, we are especially thankful for you—the homeowners who have taken the time to learn about the state of our HOA, understand the seriousness of the financial crisis, and work alongside us toward solutions. Your willingness to engage, ask questions, and participate in the amendment process has been an incredible encouragement....
3 months ago • 1 min read
⚠️ The Highlands HOA’s Financial Crisis — A Continuing Concern This financial crisis is not new information. The Board has been sharing the Association’s financial challenges for more than a year through newsletters, emails, public meetings, and portal postings. Despite ongoing cost-cutting and deferred maintenance, the reality remains unchanged: Current dues do not cover all anticipated operating expenses. Note, insurance increased from about $30k to almost $200k. Large repairs and...
3 months ago • 3 min read
🏡 Highlands Community Garage Sale – October 24–26 It’s time to clear out those closets and garages! The Highlands Community Garage Sale is scheduled for Friday through Sunday, October 24–26. 🛍 Want to participate? Please sign up here: Garage Sale Sign-Up Details: Each participating home may display up to two signs. The HOA will file for the permit with the City of Winter Springs. Signing up helps us include you under the permit, but you’re not required to participate if your plans change....
4 months ago • 1 min read
Pool Gate Update As many of you know, our community’s pool gate security system was severely damaged by a lightning strike. The system requires specialized repair, which comes at a significant cost. The Board approved this expense at the very next meeting, and management promptly hired the repair company. All the necessary parts identified during the initial service call have been ordered and have now arrived. Unfortunately, due to the company’s staffing schedule, the two-person crew needed...
5 months ago • 1 min read
What Happened with the Election — and Why It Was Canceled Dear Homeowners, As many of you have seen, the August 14, 2025, membership meeting and election were canceled by an order issued by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). We understand this may have come as a surprise, and we want to ensure all homeowners understand how we got here, what actions were taken, and how this impacts our community moving forward. 🔹 How This Began In April 2025, homeowner Karen...
7 months ago • 2 min read
