Just want to let you know that a resident saw a diamondback rattle snake off the beach path this week. A good time to remind everyone that snakes of all sorts live in our dunes.
A warning sign has been placed along the walk to remind us that they are there. If you see one, just stay calm and stay away from it. They will not bother you if you do not bother them.
Just a reminder to stay safe out on our beaches by maintaining distance from others. It is a beautiful time for going to the beach, so enjoy Carlouel! Beach Access is now by code. All members who pay their dues have been given the code. If you have the directory, it is the first listing. Contact Sue Williams with questions…I am home!
Board members Donna Crook and Cheryl Copeland revved up an old tradition in Carlouel. They assembled baskets for new home owners this winter and delivered them with “Welcome to Carlouel” personalized. Local vendors on the beach gave coupons and Donna and Cheryl found gift items with a beach theme. Thanks for your work!
Beach Access Upgrades
The fence has been painted (electrostatic) so it should be good for a couple years.
The gate is getting a new look. The lock is no longer a key…starting 12/18/19 you will need an access code to go in and come out the gate. I will send an email blast to give you the number, or you can call me at 727-446-4471 to obtain the number. I will also see if I can imbed it on the Directory page…which is a secure portal just for members.
There was considerable trimming and clean-up in the access area and 3 new shrubs have been planted to complete the silver buttonwood hedge along the front of the fence.
Come Meet and Greet
New Directories will be available
November 10, 2019
Beach Access – Eldorado Ave.
4:30 – 6:00 pm
There will be music, water and lemonade, ice. There will be tables and some chairs. There will be great neighbors.
Please BYOB and, if you want, some snack to share.
As we enjoy the summer waters and rains, don’t forget to stay prepared for Hurricanes. Make sure you have a plan. Stay in touch with weather forecasts. Prepare your yards and gardens, securing items that could go air-borne. Get you Homeowners identification for beach access during emergencies. Have your insurance information available. Stay safe.
Clearwater’s Marine & Aviation Department has a new phone number: 727-562-4955. the department manages four facilities that operate seven days a week: the Clearwater Airpark, Clearwater Beach Marina, Clearwater Harbor Marina and Seminole Boat Ramp.
The new Waste Stations! Located at the beach access and at the end of Carlouel Drive at the public access, these post have bags for you to use as you walk your dogs. Please take your bag home with you and dispose of it in your trashcan! We hope this reminder will help keep our grassy areas clean.
Thanks to Alex Buxenbaum for installing them for us!
If you drive to the south end of Bay Esplanade or Narcissus Ave. you will see that our perimeter looks REALLY good! That’s because we have two hard-working, caring neighbors. Tom Vasilaros and Scott Arnold decided to rake the area, trim the palm trees and trim the oleanders and weed under them. What a difference it has made. After hours of work, we can say that it is a job well done! Thank you both.
