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There was an error on the previous list and guidelines. The corrected list of plants for Magdalena Gardens is on the link below. Review the updated rules!! Approval must be obtained before you begin planting!

Magdalena Gardens – Plant List

Join us by Zoom or phone on Thursday, 6/16/22 at 10 a.m. for a Board of Directors meeting. The link is located under the Owners tab, Protected: Codes/Login. The agenda for the meeting is here: BOD Meeting Agenda for 6/16/2022

A bobcat was spotted early one morning last week, walking between building 1 & 2. Please note that you should never approach these animals! They tend to feed on squirrels, rabbits, rats, ferrel cats, etc. They are also scavengers, so never leave trash outside uncovered or small pets unattended.

It’s been a busy two weeks here at Magdalena Gardens. The plants that were originally at the back entrance were moved to the outside fence area alongside Magdalena Drive. A huge thank you to Bob Arno and Jerry for moving these plants and getting the site ready for the landscaper. Jay’s Landscaping came in last week and put in the new plants and mulch at the entrance. It looks wonderful!!

Hurricane season, here in Florida, begins on June 1st and lasts 5 months. These storms typically peaking in August and September. As with every hurricane season, knowing the essentials of how to prepare could truly be a life saver. Click on the link below to get the Charlotte County Disaster Guide and a map of evacuation routes for Punta Gorda. Be Prepared and stay safe!

Charlotte County Disaster Guide & Map

The updated Rules and Regulations are now available to view. I “bold texted” the updates in the document to highlight the changes.

The asphalt, between building 1 and 2, was removed and repaired last week.

On April 13^th, ABC Fire Equipment did their annual inspection on all fire extinguishers.  This is now complete and the extinguishers have passed inspection and all tags are updated.  While here, two emergency lights in the men’s restroom in the cabana were repaired.  A call was made to Sherry at Star Hospitality for approval for the repair.  Both, the fire extinguisher inspections and the lights will be on the same bill.

On April 7^th the water to Magdalena Gardens was shutoff for approximately 6 hours to rebuild the water supply line to our homes.  In addition, the irrigation pipes were completely rebuilt.  Both lines passed inspection and tagged. 

On Monday the property was mowed and trimmed.  The retention area wasn’t mowed this week since it hadn’t grown much since last mow. All beds were sprayed for weeds as well. We are still on a bi-weekly schedule for maintenance for another week or two.

Met with the Landscape Committee on Wednesday and reviewed the status of the grounds in general, the bushes and trees along the fence line, and discussed some ideas for the areas the owners have asked to be able to plant to the left and right of their front doors as well as the islands.  Walked the property as well.

Thursday David walked the property with Bob and the Irrigation company to check all zones, watering times, and coverage.  Had 2 controllers fail and were replaced on the spot.

All Palm Trees were also trimmed on Thursday along the fence line.  They also pruned the tree along Shreve Street behind the pool Cabana that was leaning and touching the ground.  It looks great and is clean around it as well.

Friday  Two areas along buildings 11 and 6 were assessed, where owners have noticed the foundation is exposed.  Both areas will be sodded in the near future.

Currently there is 1-2 openings for the Landscape Committee if anyone is interested. We are looking to gather together a handful of owners to do a cleanup on the beds; if interested please contact David Bockmann.