There is a lot of confusion surrounding the care and potential removal of easement trees in Westchase. Trees are a vital part of the ecosystem in Hillsborough County and should only be removed as a last resort. The Natural Resources Division administers the regulations for trees and their removal. Residents of Westchase must also abide […]
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Summer is here and maintaining good reading habits in the summer months helps keep kids’ minds sharp. Below are a few programs that will keep kids reading all summer long: Hillsborough County Public Library The theme of this year’s summer reading program is One Country — a tribute to America’s 250th Birthday. Readers of all
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Woodbridge VM Rick Goldstein kicked off audience comments by asking for clarification on who is assisting in the office until a new association manager is hired. Inframark Regional Supervisor Michelle George responded that executives and area managers are rotating in. Goldstein countered that the community is paying for a property manager and we don’t have
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WCA President, Michiel Oostenbrink began the May 12 meeting with several board updates. He began with a staffing update, informing the Voting Members that Inframark had extended an offer to a candidate for the Community Association Manager (CAM) position. Unfortunately, something came up during the onboarding process and Inframark rescinded the offer because the candidate did
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The board also set the high-water mark for 2026-27 budget during the Aug. 4 meeting. Kai’s Regional Supervisor Andy Mendenhall explained that the board would set the high-water mark for the 2026-27 budget during this meeting and then fine-tune the numbers during the next two meetings before voting in August. Mendenhall said the current budget
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WCA President Michiel Oostenbrink began the April Voting Member meeting by introducing Sheriff Chad Chronister. Chronister began his presentation with what he referred to as a “State of the Union” for the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. Chronister noted that Hillsborough County has experienced an 11% population growth over the last two years and predictions point
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Aqua Fit classes return to the Westchase Pool on Countryway Boulevard just in time for the peak heat of summer. Certified Aquatic Fitness Professional and Westchase resident, Linda Senkowicz, is offering two exciting class options: Aqua Fitness: A fun, low-impact workout to build strength, boost mobility, and tone your body. Aqua Pilates: A gentle, core-focused
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It might still be spring, but the WOW is already gearing up for the 25th Anniversary of the Great West Chase this fall! And the best part? The 25th Anniversary of the Great West Chase falls on Halloween! Mark your calendars for Oct. 31, 2026, and start planning those race-friendly costumes! The Great West Chase
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District Manager Heather Dilley began the meeting with a reminder about the new structure for audience comments. Comments are now permitted at two intervals during the meetings with a 3-minute time limit. Dilley added that those rules also apply to the workshops to allow the CDD time to discuss important business. In his Field Manager
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The WCA board voted unanimously at the April meeting to approve Westchase resident Linda Senkowicz’s 2026 contract to teach water aerobics at the Countryway pool. The rate per lane per hour increased from $4.38 to $4.97 in the new contract. Treasurer Eric Holt then took the floor, informing the board that the first quarter had
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