A Message from your Board of Directors
On behalf of the Lake Forest II Board of Directors, I want to take this opportunity to share with you the actions taken during the regularly scheduled Board meeting on May 6
th
. The meeting included discussion about the Association's response to COVID-19, the annual July 4
th
Celebration, and the development of a process for reopening the Sun & Sail Club with a reservation system and safety protocols in place. We were able to review many comments from homeowners regarding these agenda items, and we appreciate everyone who took the time to communicate their thoughts and ideas to us.
First, the bad news. With heavy hearts, we unanimously voted to cancel the July 4
th
Celebration this year. Although the Board looks forward to this community event every year, we did not have confidence that gatherings of this size will be permitted by early-July and we need to make commitments to vendors now in order to schedule the event. As this event costs the Association approximately $60,000 each year, the Board felt cancelling the event was in the best interest of the Association given the expected number of attendees and cost to the homeowners. We look forward to a fantastic celebration in 2021, when we celebrate the Association’s 50
th
anniversary.
The Board also voted to cancel the 2020 Dolphin Swim Season, due to concerns about social distancing given the large number of swim meet attendees. Again, we were saddened to make this decision, but we collectively agreed it was necessary.
On a brighter note, the Board voted to open the upper tennis courts 1-4 and the upper pickleball courts, beginning next Monday, May 11
th
from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The courts will be available for Lake Forest II residents only and only singles play will be allowed unless the doubles partners are members of the same household. Temporary emergency rules regarding tennis and pickleball play can be found
here
. The courts can be reserved by appointment only to maintain social distancing requirements and allow for surfaces to be cleaned. To make an appointment for the pickleball or tennis courts, please visit
www.kourts.com
. If you are unable to use the online booking system, please call (949) 586-0860 x25 between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. beginning Monday, May 11th, although staff availability may be limited. Reservations cannot be made by voicemail, and will be accepted 24 hours in advance. A signed waiver is required of members wishing to use the facility. The waiver can be completed online by clicking
here
, or can be requested by emailing
waivers@lf2.org
.
The Board will be reviewing the status of these restricted openings on a weekly basis to determine if they are working satisfactorily, and the tentative schedule for reopening is available on
www.lf2.org
. This includes the opening of the Lap Pool on May 18
th
with other pools and amenities to follow in stages beginning May 23
rd
- all by reservation. At this time, the opening of the Fitness Center, Clubhouse, and SPA have not been determined. This schedule could change based on State and County Orders, for safety reasons, or as a result of lack of cooperation of our members for social distancing. This situation is new to all of us, and we appreciate your patience and understanding as we attempt to create a plan that is responsive to the needs of our homeowners, protects our members and staff, and is attainable. We will provide ongoing updates as to the status of the reopening.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation during these difficult times. Please take care of yourselves and stay well.
Sincerely,
Jim Richert
President, Lake Forest II Board of Directors
