As I write this in early October we have, so far, been spared from any severe weather. Everything looks green and lush and the first snowbirds have begun to arrive!
HIGHLIGHTS
• Treasurer Frank Maranto reports the Cross Creek budget continues to do well with YTD numbers finding us favorable by $175,435 at the end of August. The reserve study is complete. Details were shared at the Town Hall meeting on October 8. The recording is available if you missed the presentation. Email [email protected] if you’d like the link.
• The Member Survey was completed in September, and a report of the results was shared in October. The next steps include research into county regulations and permit requirements to see what is possible. Look for information on a community-wide town hall. This will most likely be scheduled early in 2026 to accommodate our seasonal members.
• The Second Phase of the Lakes Project is moving forward. By now you have received notice of the second installment of the Special Assessment. We are hoping the contractor will be able to make significant progress before the 2026 rainy season begins.
• Matt and the entire Ground Crew have been busy getting the golf course ready for the season! The entire bridge between holes 2 and 3 has been updated with new wood—it looks great and is noticeably quieter.
The greens have been a challenge but are coming back to life. When the sanding of the greens occurred this summer, unbeknownst to Matt, the sand purchased had a high salinity rate that gradually killed several areas on the greens. With reseeding and soil amendments to the impacted areas, the greens will continue to recover.
Stop by the Pro Shop and check out the great new clothing and accessories. Remember, gift certificates can be purchased for that hard-to-buy-for friend or family member.
• If you capture a particularly lovely/unusual/funny picture of our Cross Creek property please send it along – we have a newspaper, a website and a social media presence that are all hungry for new photos. Send photos along to [email protected] along with your name (so we can credit you).
Mary Peabody, Director
On behalf of the Master Board
