TO ALL WOODLAKE RESIDENTS:
DUE TO THE CONTINUING AND ONGOING COVID-19 PANDEMIC CONCERNS, WOODLAKE VILLAS WILL NOT BE SANCTIONING DOOR TO DOOR TRICK OR TREATING THIS YEAR. WE HOPE THAT THE PANDEMIC WILL SOON RUNS ITS COURSE AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO CELEBRATING HALLOWEEN NEXT YEAR. EVERYONE PLEASE STAY HEALTHY AND SAFE!!
I am pleased to announce that after several years of effort, and working with the Federal Housing Authority, the Department of Housing and Urban Development has APPROVED the Woodlake Villas community as an FHA Certified Condo Project.The designation is effective for three years thereby enabling Woodlake Villas to join just seven other condo projects on Hilton Head with this status.
There are a number of benefits that come with this FHA approval. In the current lending environment,
more than 50% of new home puyers plan on using FHA loan programs.With FHA approval, those home buyers can now get FHA loans (many of which are assumable) that previously may not have been available.With FHA approval, loans with lower down payments are possible. Additionally, with an increased pool of potential buyers comes higher competition, which historically has led to price appreciation. FHA Project Approval has also been associated with increased Owner Occupancy.
Respectfully Submitted,
Bob Arundell
Treasurer
To all Woodlake Residents:
Woodlake has been watching and studying the CDC and SCDHEC communications and advisories and are now getting ready to re-open the pool and fitness center in the very near future. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we prepare the amenities for opening with added safety guidelines in place. Important items to know before going to the Woodlake Pool or Fitness Center:
If you are in a vulnerable age or medical group and feel the least bit uncomfortable using the Woodlake amenities, please wait until the Center for Disease Control (CDC) indicates that restrictions have been lifted to use outdoor/indoor facilities where you may come in close contact with other people.
Your Board of Directors and the Woodlake staff are doing what they can to keep things as
normal and well-kept as possible during the current CoronaVirus crisis. The rallying cry,
“We’re all in this together” is becoming more and more popular and folks all around the
country are stepping up to help each other when they can. Please accept this pocket
antibacterial hand sanitizer; it’s not much, but it is our way of saying we care! In the meantime,
please remember the following tips as we all help in Keeping it Clean!:
* Wash your hands frequently, especially after touching any frequently used item or
surface… such as a grocery cart, door knob, counters, etc.
* Practice Social Distancing; Keep a distance of six feet between you and others.
* Avoid touching your face!
* Disinfect frequently used items and surfaces as much as possible.
* Listen and follow the directions of state and local authorities.
Remember: Even if you are young and healthy, you are at risk and your activities can increase
the risk for others. It is critical that we all do our part to slow the spread of this deadly virus
In compliance with recommendations from the CDC (Center for Disease Control) and South Carolina DHEC (Department of Health and Environmental Control), Woodlake has decided that it is in the best interest of our community to close the Fitness center, pool area and community room until further notice. The On-site office will remain open with limited access. If you need request forms, registering a vehicle, parking passes, etc. we suggest you call the on-office first at (843)-689-3366. No one will be permitted into the office and all matters will be conducted outside at the tables that have been set up for everyone’s safety.
Palmetto Electric Cooperative is temporarily suspending disconnects for non-payment on ALL accounts, including Advance Pay until at least March 31. They encourage all customers, including Advance Pay, to continue to make payments as they are able. All customers are still responsible for their electric use.
More information: https://www.palmetto.coop/coronavirus-covid-19-update/
The utility company administers Operation Roundup, which is an aid project that donates money to the different charities in the area, provides funds for needy individuals, and service organizations. Call 843-681-5551 toll free 800-922-5551 to apply.
The Deep Well Project helps neighbors in need by providing basic assistance in emergency situations. This assistance is immediate and non-bureaucratic, and it’s intended to provide clients with “a hand up, not a hand-out.”
Financial aid, in the form of rent and/or utility payments, made directly to the provider, is granted on an emergency basis, generally to individuals who have been residents of Hilton Head Island for at least three months, paying their own rent and utilities, before their application.
The process starts with a phone call to their office, with applicants being interviewed by a trained volunteer to determine eligibility. Payments are made directly to the utility or landlord, ensuring the money is spent on the intended purpose. A return to self-sufficiency is the goal.
More information: https://www.deepwellproject.org
To request assistance, call 843-785-2849 anytime between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday to speak to a volunteer. Email requests are not accepted.
Beginning Monday, March 16, Spectrum has committed that for the following for 60 days they won’t terminate service for residential or small business customers who face difficult economic circumstances related to the coronavirus pandemic. Similarly, they won’t charge late fees for those customers facing difficult economic circumstances related to the pandemic. Contact Spectrum at 833-267-6094 for details.
In addition, Spectrum is offering programs to assist with high-speed broadband connectivity for remote education and eligible low-income households.
More information: https://www.spectrum.net/support/internet/coronavirus-covid-19-information-spectrum-customers
Hargray has joined the “Keep Americans Connected” pledge launched by the Federal Communications Commission and committed to waive late fees and not terminate service to residential or small business customers that are unable to pay their bills due to economic circumstances related to coronavirus.
In addition, Hargray is offering programs to assist with high-speed broadband connectivity for remote education to help keep individuals connected.
More information: https://www.hargray.com/hargray-special-programs
Groceries are free to any needy Island resident every Thursday morning (except during holidays). Registration is 9:00 to 9:45am. Contact Holy Family Catholic Church at 843-785-2895 for availability and information.
More information: https://www.holyfamilyhhi.org/
The Sandalwood Community Food Pantry serves the hungry and the needy on Hilton Head Island, SC. We provide food, love, dignity and spiritual guidance. Sandalwood Community Food Pantry is an equal opportunity provider. Their distribution location is Queen Chapel AME, 114 Beach City Rd., Hilton Head Island on Tuesdays and Fridays from 11:30-1:30. Call 843-715-3583 for availability and information.
More information: http://www.sandalwoodfoodbank.com/
The Deep Well Project helps neighbors in need by providing basic assistance in emergency situations. This assistance is immediate and non-bureaucratic, and it’s intended to provide clients with “a hand up, not a hand-out.”
Individuals in need of food may call Deep Well, speak with a volunteer to see if certain criteria are met, and arrange to come in and shop or receive a food delivery. They consider a number of pre-determined criteria in approving a client request and even try to accommodate those with special dietary needs. One simple requirement is a working telephone number to assure someone is home when the delivery is made. When the request is approved and delivery is required, food is selected from their pantry shelves, bagged and delivered by volunteers.
More information: https://www.deepwellproject.org
To request assistance, call 843-785-2849 anytime between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday to speak to a volunteer. Email requests are not accepted.
The school district is offering free breakfasts and lunches on weekdays to all students at 12 curbside pick-up locations across the county, and also at stops along special school bus routes that will operate during the district school shutdown. Each stop for meal drop-offs will last for about 20 minutes.
Children 18 years and younger must be present in the car to receive meals. Meal pick-up does not depend on the student’s meal status at school or where the student is enrolled.
RTE: 7249 HILTON HEAD HIGH
7:05 AM SOUTHWOOD PARK DR NO INTERSECTION
7:28 AM MATHEWS DR AT MATHEWS CT
7:48 AM 96 MATHEWS DR (WOODLAKE)
7:58 AM UNION CEMETERY RD NO INTERSECTION
8:12 AM LEDGENDS
8:22 AM DILLON RD AT COTTON HOPE
8:42 AM DILLON RD AT TIDAL BLUFF RD
8:52 AM FISH HAUL RD AT ADELL LN
RTE: 7234 HILTON HEAD HIGH
7:06 AM KATHY MILLER ROAD AT ALLEN WOODS APARTMENTS
7:19 AM GUM TREE ROAD AT HILTON HEAD BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB
7:43 AM SQUIRE POPE ROAD AT CEDAR WELLS APARTMENTS
8:03 AM THE GATHERINGS
8:28 AM SPANISH WELL AT SHEARWATER
8:43 AM SPANISH WELLS AT GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH
8:56 AM SPANISH WELLS ROAD AT SASSAFRAS
9:21 AM CORDILLO PARKWAY AT CREATION STATION
9:41 AM 201 MARSHLAND ROAD
RTE: 7260 HILTON HEAD
10:05 AM SOUTHWOOD PARK (THE OAKS/SANDELWOOD) THE OAKS/GARENS
10:30 AM LEDGENDS
10:52 AM 90/90DILLON/90-DILLO DILLON RD/88 DILLON RD.
11:15 AM DILLON RD AT COTTON HOPE
11:39 AM FISH HAUL RD AT ADELL LN
12:01 PM MITCHELLVILLE RD NO INTERSECTION
12:21 PM MITCHELLVILLE RD AT BAYGALL RD
12:29 PM DR AT TABBY WALK
12:52 PM MATHEWS CT NO INTERSECTION
RTE: 7254 HILTON HEAD TO NEIGHBORS
10:06 AM KATHY MILLER ROAD AT ALLEN WOODS APARTMENTS
10:19 GUM TREE ROAD AT HILTON HEAD BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB
10:43 SQUIRE POPE ROAD AT CEDAR WELLS APARTMENTS
11:03 THE GATHERINGS
11:28 SPANISH WELLS AT SHEARWATER
11:43 SPANISH WELLS AT GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH
11:56 SPANISH WELLS ROAD AT SASSAFRAS
12:21 CORDILLO PARKWAY AT CREATION STATION
12:41 201 MARSHLAND ROAD
12:53 50 MARSHLAND ROAD
More information: http://beaufortschools.net/cms/One.aspx?portalId=170925&pageId=23614099
If you are showing symptoms such as fever, cough or shortness of breath it is recommended that you call your personal doctor or healthcare provider for information/instructions.
If you don’t have a primary care physician there are multiple options for telehealth:
MUSC Health is providing free telehealth screening. Anyone experiencing symptoms can visit MUSC Health Virtual Care and use the promo code COVID19 and be screened without having to leave your home.
More information: https://campaigns.muschealth.org/virtual-care/index.html
You can also call 843-261-5940 with any questions.
Prisma Health is offering a free virtual visit. Use promo code COVID19.
More information: https://www.prismahealth.org/virtual-visit/
You can also call 1-888-921-0348.
Beaufort Memorial is offering virtual visits (may have a fee) to be screened by a provider who can refer them to a higher level of care, if needed. BMH Care Anywhere is available for Apple devices in the App Store and for Android devices on Google Play, and on their website.
More information: https://www.bmhsc.org/services/immediate-care-options/video-visits/
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, DEW is taking extra steps to quickly extend benefits to unemployed workers. On March 19, the department eliminated its usual one-week waiting period for people who apply for unemployment insurance between March 15 and April 18. That means payment to approved claimants should arrive one week earlier.
On March 19, DEW also suspended the requirement that unemployment insurance claimants apply to two jobs per week in order to receive benefits for those who apply for unemployment between March 15 and April 18.
Check eligibility requirements and disqualifications on the DEW website.
More information: https://dew.sc.gov
With Beaufort County schools closed to help stop the spread of the coronavirus, any children wishing to participate in the school breakfast and lunch program can come to the bus stop at the office at 7:30 am and 10:40 am handed out and provided by the Beaufort County School District.
We would like to remind everyone that the entry gate at Woodlake Villas is timed for one vehicle
only and will close immediately after the first vehicle passes through the gate. Please make sure that your family and friends are aware of this gate policy, so you don’t receive a $500.00 fine for one of your guests hitting the gate. Woodlake will not be responsible for any damage to any personal property. Anyone that does damage to any gate, entry or exit, will be responsible for the cost to fix or replace it.
Anyone that has questions about the gate can contact the on-site office.
Last month we sent out a pet registration letter to all pet owners asking them to bring updated vaccinations records to the on-site office so that we could update our files. There are still a few pet owners who have not brought this information to the office. Please make sure you have this done by March 31. As always, we would like to thank you for your help and cooperation with the above matters.
Woodlake on-site office
Get out your lights and holiday decorations!Do you have what it takes to be the best of the best? It is time again for Woodlake Villas Annual Christmas Decorating Contest.
1st Place – $100
2nd Place – $50
3rd Place – $25
If you wish to be considered in the judging, be sure to have everything up and turned on by 7 PM on Saturday, the 21st of December, as judging will happen and prizes awarded that night! Ready! Set! Decorate!
With the cold weather upon us many residents will start to use their
fireplaces. We suggest before starting to use your fireplace that you have the chimney cleaned and inspected. While you are free to use whatever contractor you wish, one local chimney cleaning company is the Lowcountry Chimney Sweeps at 843-686-9007. Also, please make sure when using your fireplace that you only use seasoned hard wood, such as Oak. Soft wood such as pine is not recommended because this can leave combustible tar and creosote in the chimney that can catch on fire.
Firewood must not be stored next to buildings or patios unless on an approved rack. It must be stored at least two feet from the building and placed on a storage rack adjacent to the A/C condenser unit, so as not to hinder the pedestrian movement in the common areas. If a tarp is used to cover the firewood, it must be brown or black in color, with a limit of one (1) rack of firewood. Other storage sites must be approved by the Board of Directors.
