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Questions About...
Membership in Aqualane Shores Association
Q - How do I join Aqualane Shores Association ?
A - It’s easy to join! Just click here to go to the membership page to sign up, or call 239-438-6179 and ask our
administrative assistant to please send you a membership packet.
Q - What do members get by joining the association?
A - You will get your Resident Club Cards, invitations to the annual members-only Holiday Party and Spring Party, access to our website and newsletters, and notices of all City of Naples events, road closures and news alerts. You will be able to join with the association to vote on key issues that affect your neighborhood. There is power in numbers!
Q - How much does the Aqualane Shores membership cost?
A - Annual Dues are currently $50.00 per year.
Q - Can I deduct my membership dues off my taxes?
A - Sorry, no. Money paid to the Association is not tax deductible.
Q - What does my membership fee support?
A - Your membership fee helps pay for administrative costs of the organization, such as organizing and publicizing
events sponsored by Aqualane Shores Association, maintaining the website, printing materials, etc.
Q - What does RCC mean?
A - RCC stands for Resident Club Card™ It is a benefit of membership in Aqualane Shores Association. You will get your RCC cards when you pay your annual membership dues. An RCC will get you a 10%-30% discount at more than 150 local restaurants and businesses.
Q - What can I do to help my neighborhood?
A - Neighborhood associations are at the forefront in improving our cities. You can help your neighborhood by attending the meetings regularly, volunteering to serve on the board or a committee, take an active role in promoting the association's successes to your neighbors, and be part of the solution and not the problem.
Q - Who runs the Association?
A - The Aqualane Shores Association is managed by an all-volunteer group of neighbors who donate their time, energy and vision to their neighborhood and the City of Naples. There are five officers, the immediate past president and seven directors-at-large. They are elected for two-year terms, divided between odd years and even years. We have committees which focus on particular topics like utility undergrounding, drainage, membership, local real estate activity, social events, holiday decorations, etc. Any member can become involved through the committee process and eventually run for election to the board. The Aqualane Shores Association belongs to all of the members and its governance is a reflection of those who take the time to volunteer and become involved. In other words…you’re in charge if you are committed to being so.
Q - Why are you so proud and positive about your neighborhood?
A - Because it is our paradise and is a great place to live. Naples is beautiful. We have beautiful gulf beaches, white sand and fabulous weather and the shopping and restaurants are outstanding. Finally there are the people. We are a diverse community made up of people of all ages and interests. We are artists, musicians, retirees, educators, builders, and small business owners. But more important than any one person's occupation, we are fortunate enough to have Aqualane Shores neighbors that we can call friends.
Q - How can I find out if I paid my dues for a certain year?
A - Contact our Administrative Assistant, Linda Anders, either by phone (239-438-6179), or by email (tohootsmom@comcast.net)
Q - I believe that I paid my dues, but you cannot find a record of it. What should I do?
A - Make a copy of the back and front of your check and either email it tohootsmom@comcast.net, or send it via the U.S. postal service to: Aqualane Shores Association, PO Box 1724, Naples, FL 34106-1724. We will post it to your account and notify you that it has been taken care of.
Q - I have changed my address or phone number. How can I notify you?
A - You can email our Administrative Assistant, Linda Anders, (tohootsmom@comcast.net) or call her at (239) 438-6179. You can also notify us by mail : Aqualane Shores Association, PO Box 1724, Naples, FL 34106-1724.
Q - I am not in Naples all of the time. What is the best way to assure that I receive all of the newsletters, alerts,
notices, and other mail from Aqualane Shores Association?
A - The best way to be assured of getting all of your Aqualane Shores Association notices and mail is to sign up to have your email as your preferred address for notifications (Email-Only list). We will still use your physical address for sending out our formal notifications, such as the Holiday Party invitations.
Q - What do you mean by “Official mailing address?”
A - The official mailing address is where you want all of your newsletters and notifications to be sent to you.
The three options are 1) Aqualane Shores 2) Other address or 3) E-mail-Only. This is especially convenient for those of you who travel and do not want to have something we send get lost in the mail.
Q - I signed up to receive my mail via email, but I have never received anything. Is there something wrong?
A - It is possible that either your email address was written incorrectly on your membership form, it has been changed, or you may forgotten to write it down at all. J This has happened in the past. If you have chosen to have your mail sent to you by email, and you are not receiving it, please contact the administrative assistant at (239) 438-6179 or email her at tohootsmom@comcast.net
Q - I would like to have my email address and my business posted in the Membership Directory. What should I do?
A - At the bottom of your Aqualane Shores Association Membership Application and Directory Information, there is a section for you to submit your business information and your email preference. You can also have your minor children listed along with your name in the Directory. The directories are published every two years, so if you missed the November 30th deadline for 2012, yours will be in the next publication.
Q - Can I change my password?
A- Yes. Just login to the members' section of the website and click on Profile/Update My Profile.
Q - Can I change my email address?
A- Yes. Just login to the members' section of the website and click on Profile/Update My Profile.
Q - Can I submit news and photos?
A - (------------------fill in as new website is established)
Q - How can I get a copy of a newsletter?
A - Our newsletters are available for download on this website. Just log into the member’s section of the website,
click on the “Aqualane Shores” menu item, then click on “Newsletters” and find the newsletter that you want to
download . Newsletters archives go back about 5 years
Q - When and where are Aqualane Shores Association meetings held?
A - Aqualane Shores Association Annual Meeting is held in January of each year at the Naples Yacht Club at the end of 14th Avenue South. This year’s Annual Meeting will be held on Saturday, January 14th, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00. The Aqualane Shores Association board meets on the third Tuesday of every month at noon at the Naples Yacht Club.
CITY OF NAPLES
Q - Who is the City Council representative for our district?
Naples has a seven-member City Council consisting of a Mayor and six Council Members who are non-partisan and elected at large. Serving four-year terms, City Council Members and the Mayor are limited to two consecutive terms per the City Charter.
Council member Teresa Heitmann is on the Aqualane Shores Association board! How is that for representation!
The Mayor's Office and City Council Office are located on the second floor of City Hall and can be reached by phone at 239-213-1000, by fax at 239-213-1010 or by email at citycouncil@naplesgov.com
City Council meetings are held the first and third Wednesday of each month, with the exception of a summer hiatus normally beginning mid-June and ending mid-August. City Council Workshop meetings are held the Monday preceding the 2nd Regular City Council meeting each month. Upcoming agendas as well as minutes and annotated agendas for past meetings are available from the City Clerk for all City Council meetings. (http://www.naplesgov.com/Departments/MayorandCityCouncil.aspx)
Q - Where can I dispose of household hazardous waste?
A - Old paint, oil filters, used motor oil, yard chemicals, batteries… these definitely don’t belong in our landfill. Proper disposal of household hazardous waste may take a little extra effort but is very important. The following items cannot be placed in dumpsters: appliances; construction/demolition debris including dirt and stones; tires; hazardous wastes; liquid wastes including paint and oil; and heavy steel items. No hazardous or liquid waste are allowed to be placed in the cart. Customers shall be liable for all damage caused. Contact the Solid Waste Division on how to dispose of these materials. You can reach them by phone at 239-213-4700, by fax at 239-213-4775, or stop in at their office at 50 Riverside Circle. They are the first building on the right when you turn off of Goodlette at the Central Avenue/Riverside Circle light. Call them for special pickups or other issues with your solid waste and recycling. http://www.naplesgov.com/Departments/Utilities/SolidWasteDivision.aspx
Q - What can I recycle?
A - The City provides once-a-week curbside recycling service to both single- and multi-family dwellings. Single-family residents are provided a blue 65-gallon recycling cart, which needs to be placed at the curb with the lid opening towards the road by 7:00 am on the day of collection. Recycling carts should not be placed at the curb earlier than the evening before collection, and emptied carts must be retrieved from the curb the same day they are collected. Go to the City of Naples site for a detailed list of items and how to sort them. WEBSITE HERE
Q - Are Aqualane Shores residents anti-bike
A - No, we are not anti-bike. To the contrary, The City of Naples is a safe and welcoming place for cyclists.
Q - Who do I call to report that a street light is burned out?
A - The City of Naples Traffic and Lighting division handles all of the street and traffic lighting as well as street signs and street maintenance. They are constantly maintaining and updating streets and lighting systems throughout the city, and if you have a street or lighting concern please feel free to contact them. You may report street and lighting issues by phone at 239-213-5016.
WEBSITE HERE
Q - How does the Emergency 9-11 System work?
A - Telephone service providers, public safety agencies (e.g. NPFD, and Collier County Sheriff’s Office), and equipment and software vendors have significant and often complex interdependencies in support of the E9-1-1 system. All elements must work in harmony for uninterrupted service. The integrated efforts of all these businesses make E9-1-1 public safety possible. ~Taken from the City of Naples Website
Q - What Constitutes an Emergency?
As defined by the NPFD, an “emergency” is “An immediate life- or property-threatening situation or crime in progress.” The telecommunicators are usually the first responders to citizens’ calls for help and provide them with the sense of urgent concern that their calls beckon.
To help you decide if your call is an emergency, ask yourself, "Are police, fire department, or paramedic assistance needed right now to protect life or property?" If you answered “yes,” IMMEDIATELY DIAL 9-1-1 and fully cooperate with the communicator who answers your call.
Q - You Can Assist 9-1-1 Call Takers by following these basic guidelines:
Remain calm.
Answer all questions. While you are giving the telecommunicator vital information, emergency units are en route to your location. Therefore, answering questions won’t delay their response.
Follow the 9-1-1 telecommunicator’s instructions; your cooperation could make the difference between life and death.
Q - Using Your Cellular Phone
Wireless (cellular) phones are very common. If you own one, you can assist public safety by dialing 9-1-1 whenever you observe an emergency situation. MORE INFO
Q - Who are our utility providers?
A - The City of Naples utilities includes water, sewer and solid waste collection. Utilities such as electric service, telephone or cable television are handled by private companies. Within the city limits, you are most likely served by:
Electric service - Florida Power and Light - 239-262-1322
Telephone service - Centurylink - 888-723-8010
Cable television - Comcast - 800-COMCAST
The City of Naples has no affiliation with these services, please direct any inquiries to the respective companies.
Q - I'm filling up my new swimming pool, do I get charged for that?
If you use water that flows through your meter, you get charged for that water plus applicable sewer charges. For filling a pool, you may qualify to have sewer charges removed from a portion of your bill. For details call 239-213-1800. http://www.naplesgov.com/Departments/Finance/UtilityBills.aspx
Q - How do I obtain a water or sewer utility account?
If you are within the City of Naples Utility service area, call the Customer Service Division during their operating hours of 8AM to 4PM, Monday through Friday, at 239-213-1800. If you are buying/selling the property, call several days prior to the closing so the City of Naples can arrange a timely reading of the meter and send a bill to the appropriate parties for their utility services
Q - Is there a City of Naples Dog Park?
The City of Naples is pleased to announce the opening of a community-funded off-leash Dog Park located in the heart of the City on Riverside Circle. The park includes separate areas for large dogs and small dogs, benches, water fountains, a shade structure, dog washing stations, doggie-bag dispensers, waste cans and ample exercise space. The park is open dawn to dusk - 7 days per week weather and conditions permitting. You will need to obtain an assigned City Dog Pass at the following locations: Fleischmann Park Community Center 1600 Fleischmann Blvd (239) 213-3020; River Park Community Center 310 11th Street North (239) 213-3037; Norris Community Center 755 8th Street South (239) 213-3058; Community Services Dept 280 Riverside Circle (239) 213-7120. WEBSITE HERE
Q - Where can I obtain a beach permit?
All Collier County taxpayers are eligible to receive an annual permit to park at all City of Naples and Collier County beaches free of charge.
“Residents of the City of Naples may obtain their free annual beach parking permit from City Hall at 735 8th Street South. Residents must provide proof of residency, specifically, a drivers license and original vehicle registration, both with the same name and address within the City limits. Non-residents who own property in the City limits must provide a copy of their Collier County tax statement reflecting an address in the City limits, as well as their current drivers license and vehicle registration.
Effective October 19, 2011, City Beach Parking Permits will be available to purchase for $50. These stickers are ideal for non city/non county residents or non city/non county property owners who are visiting and wish to park at the city or county beaches without paying an hourly or daily fee. You may purchase this beach parking sticker from the Cashier at City Hall, 735 8th Street South.
Collier County residents (outside the City limits) can obtain their free Collier County Beach Parking Permit at most of the Collier County Community Parks including the Freedom Memorial Park on Golden Gate Parkway and the Collier County Public Library at 650 Central Avenue.
City and County Beach Parking Permits are valid at any City or County beach where beach permits are accepted.
Documentation needed to prove eligibility for a free permit, as well as times and locations for Collier County parks , is online at:
http://www.colliergov.net/Index.aspx?page=2665#Residents
Beach parking permits must be firmly affixed to the inside of the windshield in the lower corner of the driver's side of the vehicle. They are not transferable. Vehicles with valid beach permits may park free of charge in metered spaces at City and County beaches, beach ends of City streets, and in any space designated as requiring a beach permit.
Beach parking permits are valid for one year only. Observe the month that is punched on your beach parking sticker, and remember to replace the permit before the month ends.”
Q - What if we don’t have a beach parking permit?
Many beach ends in the City have parking meters for customers that do not have a beach parking permit. Parking meters take quarters only, with each quarter allowing 10 minutes of parking, or a total of $1.50 per hour. There are no vendors that will provide change, so plan to bring your own quarters.
Two parking areas have multi-space parking meters. If you visit Lowdermilk Park or the Naples Pier, you’ll find the “pay to park” machines. These machines, conveniently located near the entrance to the parking area, accept coins, bills and VISA/MC. Every ten minutes of parking costs $.25, or a total of $1.50 per hour. When you exit your vehicle, make a note of your parking space number, because you’ll enter that information into the parking machine.
Most parking violations (tickets) at the beach ends cost $32, although some may be higher, such as parking in a no-parking zone or in a handicapped zone. Therefore, please be sure to follow the parking regulations to avoid a parking ticket.” ~The City of Naples website
http://www.naplesgov.com/Departments/Finance/BeachParkingPermits.aspx
Q - We are leaving Naples for a few months, what should I do?
A - You can download Notification of Vacant Property which lets the Police Department know the dates the home will be empty and provides them with emergency contact information if needed. While you are gone, a member of the police department will make periodic checks on your home as well.
Q - Is there a neighborhood Crime Watch?
A - Aqualane Shores has its own Community Oriented Police officer - ( C.O.P.). His name is Buddy Bonollo, and he welcomes your concerns, comments and suggestions. (239) 216-4869. Officer Bonollo and Chief Thomas Weschler meet with the board once a month. Officer Bonollo gives his crime report as well as any other useful information that is pertinent to Aqualane Shores. Chief Weschler addresses important issues and answers questions from the board. There is also a link on the website that gives any police news or alerts from the police department. Aqualane Shores has a very low crime rate, and our fine officers from Naples Police patrol our neighborhood regularly striving to keep it that way.
LINKS:
Notification of Vacant Property
Vacant_Property_Form.pdf
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