We added some fun new categories to our 26th Annual Decorating Contest, and our readers responded! We had 34 homes participate across four categories and five neighborhoods vying for the Community Spirit Awards. Our team of judges had a fantastic time driving through our neighborhoods and it was a close race in all categories. Winners […]
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Key topics at the Dec. 12 meeting included ongoing pool renovations, work order procedures and a new development coming to West Park Village. The evening began with the resident forum and Andrew Amenta took the floor to express his concern about whether his repeated request to add more pickleball courts was being taken seriously. He
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The December 3 Westchase CDD meeting began with Supervisor Jim Wimsatt and Chairman Matt Lewis taking their Oath of Office as their seats were renewed. Lewis declared that he was, “honored to be chairman” and that he would like to continue in the office. There was no opposition, and a motion was carried so
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It’s that time of year when you need presents for everyone on your list. Whether it’s for a teacher, party host, friend, family member or a Secret Santa gift exchange, look no further than what the Sunshine State has to offer. Many large and small businesses call Florida home and it’s important to support them,
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The beloved Westchase tradition returns on Dec. 14 and marks a major milestone. The Westchase Santa Parade is a beloved annual tradition that offers the perfect opportunity to gather with neighbors while awaiting a visit from Santa and his helpers. It is also an event that brings us together as a community to give back
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A Westchase resident took the floor at the regularly scheduled November WCA meeting to request that the board agree to convert Countryway tennis courts #1 and #2 into dual-use tennis/pickleball courts. He stated that while there are eight tennis courts and six pickleball courts, demand for pickleball far outweighs that for tennis, especially during peak
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November’s CDD meeting was the first since Hurricane Milton, so it was no surprise to have a large audience in attendance. The majority of residents were from the Bridges, anxious to speak to the board about the six flooded homes on Bayboro Bridge Drive. Michael Dansereau spoke earnestly on behalf of residents, imploring the board
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The Nov. 7 meeting was called to discuss the reserve item list prior to finalizing the coming year’s budget. President Michiel Oostenbrink began by explaining that the previous board had prioritized each of the 147 items on the reserve list on a scale from 0 to 5, with 0 assigned to projects that had recently
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This time of year, holiday markets and craft festivals pop up across Tampa Bay, offering one-of-a-kind gifts, many of which are made by local artisans. Best of all, several of these markets are held outdoors, allowing shoppers to enjoy the beautiful winter weather in Florida while they shop. Below are just a few markets to
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Chairman Matt Lewis called the meeting to order and opened the floor to audience comments. Barry Anderson of The Shires wanted to recognize the professionalism and courtesy of the inspectors taking inventory of the condition of the sidewalks in his neighborhood. This led to a question from resident Marlon Santos, also of The Shires, regarding
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