May - June 2020

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Manager's Corner

Dear Residents,

As the situation with the pandemic continues to evolve, we are following the updated guidelines set by local, state and federal government officials to do our part to help fight the spread of the virus and flatten the curve.

We are also looking for opportunities, when permissible, to help bring some of our amenities back online. Beginning Saturday, April 18th, we will be reopening the Del Tura golf courses to members only. The courses will still be closed to the public. The Pro Shop will remain closed and tee times will be handled via phone, by calling (239) 731-7814.

The remainder of the outdoor amenities, including the tennis courts and shuffleboard, will remain closed at this time. With our operational changes in effect, social distancing can be adhered to throughout a round of golf unlike the other activities and amenities. In addition, the state of Florida’s stay-at-home order for the month of April considers golf as an essential business, and many surrounding local golf courses have legally remained open over the past month.

We know this is not an easy time for anyone and social distancing practices can feel isolating and overwhelming. But these measures are based on state, county and city guidelines, as well as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) guidance for preventing the spread of the virus.

To learn more about what you can do to protect yourself and our community, please visit: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/prevention.html

According to the CDC, older adults and people who have severe underlying chronic medical conditions, such as heart, kidney or lung disease, diabetes or suppressed immune systems seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness. Please consult with your health care provider about additional steps you may be able to take to protect yourself and your families.

Additionally, health officials are recommending that everyone take the same steps to protect against COVID-19 as are taken to prevent the spread of everyday illnesses like the common cold or flu:

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based (at least 60%) hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
• Stay home if you are sick. If you have a fever, please stay home until you are fever-free for 24-hours without the use of fever-reducing medication.
• Cover your mouth and nose with the inside of your elbow when you cough or sneeze, or use a tissue, and then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Regularly clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using disinfectant cleaning spray or disinfectant wipes.

Thank you very much for your continued cooperation as we try to make every effort to protect the health and safety of our communities.

Sincerely,

Fred Taylor
Community Manager

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