What’s new with Buckhorn Preserve’s new website?
- Streamlined ACC application process – No more “Request Manager”! Now just login, go to the Members tab and select ACC Applications. You are brought to a page showing 9 different forms choices and a brief description of each. Click on the one you want and then simply click the link to start completing the form.
- Online Payments remains active – Online payments work just as before so there should be no disruption should you need to make a payment.
- Consolidated Association Docs – We’re consolidating multiple different areas into a single page for easier navigation. So far, we have the Association’s governing documents and soon we’ll be adding the rest of the information you had before such as financials and other miscellaneous docs.
- We’ll be finishing out the new site over the next few weeks so let us know by using the Contact Us form if you have any questions or comments
Annual Meeting Coming Up April 20th 11am
The Annual Meeting will take place at the same location as last year which is at the picnic tables at Buckhorn Park and via zoom. There is no barbeque scheduled for this date but if residents would like to volunteer to plan something in the future, please show up to volunteer and the board will consider scheduling something at a later date. To volunteer for positions on the Board of Directors, please download the Notice of Intent Form here and return it to us using the Contact Us form no later than March 30th. To complete a proxy form for voting, you may download a copy here.
Accident at Buckhorn Preserve Blvd/Durant Entrance
As many are aware, there was an accident at the main entrance to Buckhorn Preserve Thursday evening around 8:10 PM that caused significant damage to the entrance monument. The monument was impacted by a truck causing a section of the wall and the planter to be destroyed. Friday morning, we met with the residents of the home adjacent to the accident and are happy to find that they did not sustain any injuries. We have no information on the driver’s condition other than anecdotal information that he was presumably standing and able to talk to people on scene. Hillsborough County Sheriff’s responded to the scene. Association Members can track this project in detail here.
Assessment Collection season coming to a close
We will be sending out Notice of Late Assessment letters this week to the lots and residents that have not yet paid their 2024 Assessments. We will not delay sending unpaid assessments to collections. Any lot not paid 30 days after receiving a NOLA letter will be sent to collections without further notice. This may result in additional costs, legal fees, and possible property liens. There are not many outstanding and we urge those who have not yet paid to do so as soon as possible.
2024 Assessment Collection Period Is Open
Assessment Bills have been sent. Payments are currently being processed and will be reflected on your online account balances at the end of this week. If paying by check, please allow up to 10 business days for processing and to reflect online.
The quick payment link located on the website is only for the specific assessment amount. If your balance due is different, simply reach out to the manager and they’ll provide a custom online payment link for your specific balance.
Street Parking – ALSO – Parking on any grass is prohibited!
Below is the handy flyer provided to show the parking regulations for Hillsborough County. The roads in Buckhorn Preserve are owned and regulated by Hillsborough County. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the regulations so you can hopefully avoid being ticketed by the Hillsborough County Sheriffs Office. More information can be found on the Hillsborough County Resources page on this site or by contacting the county directly.
New HOA Notice Board at Thames River Place Entrance
During the summer, an motor vehicle accident occurred at the Thames River Place/Durant Road entrance which completely destroyed the message board. We have replaced the message board with a new message board that is slightly larger and is set further back from the corner. In speaking with Hillsborough County, having a message board at the corner may cause traffic delays if people are stopping to read what’s on the board so for this reason, we feel the new location is better. The message board is still at the entrance but is now directly across from King Surrey Court on Thames River Place making it more convenient for drivers to stop and read as well as being closer to the sidewalk for pedestrian viewers. This board is the official “onsite” notice location for the community. The other boards at other location are currently used for any social committee events but may be reallocated back for meeting notices since there have not been any volunteers for the Social Committee. Florida statutes only require a single location in the community for official notices.
Attention New Owners
If you have recently purchased a home in Buckhorn Preserve, it may take up to 30 days for your closing agent to send us the necessary documentation and fees. During this time, we are unable to approve your website registration until we can verify ownership and the transfer process has been completed in our system. We process transfers the day we receive them or by next business day.
Bulky Item Pickup
Please do not leave bulky items such as furniture etc at curbside without first scheduling a pickup with Hillsborough County. If our inspectors note it, and it’s not removed in a timely manner, you will receive a notice from the HOA. If the HOA removes it, you will be billed the cost from our vendor for removal – typically $150. This isn’t the way to go, simply call the county to schedule a pickup and avoid the charges and hassle from the HOA. You can contact the county at (813) 272-5680 and they will be happy to assist you.
You can find more information online at the link here: Hillsborough County Special Curbside Pickup for Bulky Items
Attention Dog Walkers
Please be mindful of others when walking your dogs in the community and properly pick up after them. This is in the CCRs but it’s worth repeating that homeowners should not have to pick up after your dogs. Do the right thing. If any homeowner witnesses a dog owner not picking up after their dogs, please let us know who it is if you know the offender and we’ll promptly send a written request to them to do so.
From Hillsborough County:
Help Keep Trash Out of the Recycling Bin
Click link above to read the full statement
Notice Regarding Changes in Trash Days
Hillsborough County announced January 3rd that trash, recycling, and yard waste days are changing January 31st. It appears that our new trash days for Buckhorn Preserve will be:
Garbage (Grey bin) Mondays & Thursdays
Recycling (Blue bin) Thursdays
Yard Debris (neatly trimmed or in barrels) Thursdays
NOTICE TO REALTORS
Do not contact the HOA to have a questionnaire filled out for your buyer. The HOA provides free copies of Association Governing Documents to Association Members under the Association Docs section. For non-HOA Members, you may order a complete set through Homewisedocs.com. If your buyer is unable to determine the answers to their questions from the governing docs, we suggest seeking qualified legal advice from an attorney. The HOA does not provide legal advice nor does the HOA speculate on what may or may not affect a buyer’s potential plans for the property or speculate on what changes could be made in the future on governing docs.
Welcome to Buckhorn Preserve!
Homeowners should click the Register button above to get started!
Management Services to the Board of Directors including Website Administration provided by Dowgal Community Association Services (DCAS)
Buckhorn Preserve Entrance photos provided by Kristen Marie Photography
Improved Web Experience
Our latest website is provided by management included at no extra charge. We believe it strikes a better balance of features we need from our website and allows more customization. We leased our old site and as you could tell by lack of changes, we really couldn’t customize it. We are excited about this new site!
Entrance Cameras
Installed in 2018, we continue to have fully functioning 24 hour surveillance cameras at each entrance which are regularly inspected and maintained. Over the years, our management team has worked closely with law enforcement to provide footage for people and vehicles entering and exiting Buckhorn Preserve who may have been involved in criminal activity.
Our Community
We are going into our third year with our current management partner Dowgal Community Association Services and we couldn’t be happier. We are provided top level service and have received excellent feedback from residents on their performance. Overall, the community is doing well and looking forward to the future! We look forward to the next barbeque and other possible activities!
