Landscape Maintenance

Recycling

• Beginning March 17, Green Team’s new service day for recycling service is Tuesday. Please ensure your recycling is in the bins by 6 a.m. Tuesday mornings. 

General Maintenance. (General weeding control, pruning and cleaning)

A high-level map and up-to-date outline of the vendor’s various activities for April can be found on The Villager Online at here. The schedule reflects days for mowing, combined mowing/cleaning, cleaning, and detailing. Detailing includes pruning, pulling weeds, and detailing plant material. BellaVista has also provided hard pruning maps, which show the locations of different plant material to be hard pruned. 

o The aeration of lawns and turf fertilization throughout all the districts will be scheduled for April, due to weather conditions.

Pest Control

• Treatment for voles, moles, gophers, and squirrels—Village Cribari, Village Fairways and Village Verano—will occur on 4/7.
• -(Giant Destroyer (EPA #10551-1) and Talprid Mole Bait (EPA #12455-101))
• For Pesticide information used by the pest control vendor or the landscape vendor, please contact Customer Service at (408) 223-4670 or visit the Corporation Yard at 3401 The Villages Fairway Drive. San Jose, CA 95135 or visit the Resident Portal.

Watering Schedule

  BellaVista and management have adjusted/reduced the watering schedule based on the latest weather conditions.

Club Maintenance

• If your village is not listed below, there is not a large-scale project occurring within your community. However, Public Works continues to address ongoing standard maintenance and landscape requests within each village.
• Community Pool Closures—
• o Foothill Pool and Spa remain open during regular hours (5 a.m. to 10 p.m.) and Foothill Pool remains open for adults only.
• o Vineyard Pool and Spa are closed due to a fence height requirement mandated by the Santa Clara County Environmental Health Department. The county has approved plans for the Vineyard pool and the Public Works team has constructed the temporary fencing as outlined in those plans. The Villages have requested a meeting to review the closures at the Vineyard Center and Montgomery Center. We are awaiting a response from the county. Due to this, the Montgomery and Vineyard Center pools remain closed. 
•   Management continues to focus on resident safety and regulatory compliance. Updates on pool status and reopening timelines will be provided as more information becomes available. For facility hours and open status, check the Member Portal’s “Today at a Glance” feature (https://member.thevillagesgcc.com/).
• o The Foothill Center Pool is open and the Cribari Center Pool is also open. Management has reached out to our vendor and requested the heat be turned on at The Foothill Center and Cribari Center. The vendor has indicated the heat will be turned on and running no later than the morning of April 3. 
•  Valle Vista Sewer—Management is reviewing the submitted bids to perform the repair to the sewer infrastructure in Valle Vista and will provide their recommendation soon.  
• • Cribari Center Electrical Work—From April 1 through April 4 Cribari Center electrical panels are being replaced. Work on the auditorium will start on April 2 and finish on April 3. On April 4 the guest room and post room electrical panels will be completed.

Association Maintenance

If your village is not listed below, there is not a large-scale project occurring within your community. However, Public Works continues to address ongoing standard maintenance and landscape requests within each village.

Village Cribari—Environmental roofing continues their work in the village. The weather has delayed this project. The work will resume the week of 4/7.

Village Heights—The initial phase of construction work continues at 8480 Grenache has been completed. The second phase is slated to begin in the next two weeks. You may observe some additional vendor traffic in that area. Thank you for your patience while the project is   completed. Please contact Public Works should you have any questions.

The Villages  continues offering a convenient household battery collection service, weather permitting. 

When: Friday, April  11 – just one date in April  due to Volunteer Appreciation Event on April 25
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. (No early drop-offs, please)

 Where: Tennis court parking lot near the air station
 What: Household batteries only (A, AA, AAA, C, D, 9V, and button batteries)

• Corroded batteries must be bagged in plastic
• Residents are encouraged to bring their batteries directly to the collection events
• No e-waste or general rubbish

Important Update for DACs in 2025:

• No appointment needed!
• A 25-pound limit per collection date applies.
• DACs handling large quantities should take them to the County Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Site(appointment required).

Need an alternative drop-off time?
If the scheduled dates don’t work for you, contact the Santa Clara County Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Siteat 408-299-7300 to make an appointment.

For questions, reach out to Sustainability Services at 408-754-1334 or email mtatum@the-villages.com.

Reminder: Per California State Health and Safety Code (HSC 25218-5.1), no more than 125 pounds of hazardous waste can be transported at one time.

Thank you for doing your part to keep The Villages green! 

On Monday, March 24, the General Manager, Theresa Ostrander, Public Safety Director, Matt Hidalgo, and our new Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Kayla Holmes, worked in tandem with the Emergency Preparedness Transition Committee (EPTC) to hold an open forum for all 400 EPC volunteers. This hour-and-half event gave leadership an opportunity to share the latest updates. These updates included presenting the new organizational structure. EPC and the evolving EP Coordinator will work together with The Villages EPC volunteers reporting to Kayla. Kayla, who stepped into her position on March 3, introduced herself and her 15 years’ experience in the Emergency Medical Training (EMT) field. Attendees also learned of the EP program beginnings, starting with the development of the Command Center. When an emergency occurs, the Command Center will be the location where key staff and EPC volunteers as well as outside emergency support receive clear direction, reducing confusion and increasing responsiveness. The meeting closed with reminding us that while the new Emergency Preparedness program takes shape, the mission remains the same—to establish the most resilient and effective response framework that prioritizes the well-being of all Villagers. To achieve this mission, we need you! 

Get Involved! 

The Villages continues to welcome volunteers. Please stop by Building B to inquire and fill out our intake form. 

More Details

• Frequently Asked Questions & 4-Month Transition Roadmap
• Previous Article Coverage

Questions?

Please reach out to:

• Club Board Liaison, Larry Versaw, larryversaw@gmail.com
• Club Board Liaison, Michelle Breslin, michelle.m.breslin@gmail.com
• Director of Public Safety, mhidalgo@the-villages.com

Landscape Maintenance

Recycling

• Beginning March 17, Green Team’s new service day for recycling service is Tuesday. Please ensure your recycling is in the bins by 6 a.m. Tuesday mornings. 

General Maintenance. (General weeding control, pruning and cleaning)

A high-level map and up-to-date outline of the vendor’s various activities for April can be found here. The schedule reflects days for mowing, combined mowing/cleaning, cleaning, and detailing. Detailing includes pruning, pulling weeds, and detailing plant material. Bella Vista has also provided hard pruning maps which show the locations of different plant material to be hard pruned. 

• The aeration of lawns and turf fertilization throughout all the districts will be scheduled for April, due to weather conditions.

Pest Control

• Treatment for voles, moles, gophers, and squirrels—Village Cribari, Village Fairways and Village Verano—will occur on 4/7.

  • (Giant Destroyer (EPA #10551-1) and Talprid Mole Bait (EPA #12455-101))

Water Schedule

BellaVista and Management have adjusted/reduced the watering schedule based on the latest weather conditions. 

Club Maintenance

• If your village is not listed below, there is not a large-scale project occurring within your community. However, Public Works continues to address ongoing standard maintenance and landscape requests within each village.
• Community Pool Closures—Concerns have circulated regarding recent pool closures this past week. The Villages Golf & Country Club management is addressing these issues and is working to resolve them quickly.

  • Foothill Spa was temporarily closed February 17 after county inspectors found chemical levels outside the acceptable range. The issue was resolved quickly, and reopening occurred in less than 24 hours. Foothill Pool and Spa remain open during regular hours (5 a.m. to 10 p.m.) and Foothill Pool remains open for adults only.
  • Vineyard Pool and Spa are closed due to a fence height requirement mandated by the Santa Clara County Environmental Health Department. The Villages has submitted engineering plans to bring the pools into compliance. Once the plans are approved by the county, the pool can reopen while modifications are made.
  • Montgomery Pool experienced a similar enclosure issue in late October. The Villages is following the same process to ensure compliance, working closely with county officials to meet all safety requirements ahead of reopening. Pools and spas at Montgomery and Cribari are regularly closed for the season from November 1 to March 30, and both are slated to reopen as usual April 1.Management continues to focus on resident safety and regulatory compliance. Updates on pool status and reopening timelines will be provided as more information becomes available. For facility hours and open status, check the Member Portal’s “Today at a Glance” feature (https://member.thevillagesgcc.com/).

•  Valle Vista Sewer—Management is reviewing the submitted bids to perform the repair to the sewer infrastructure in Valle Vista and will provide their recommendation soon.  

Association Maintenance

If your village is not listed below, there is not a large-scale project occurring within your community. However, Public Works continues to address ongoing standard maintenance and landscape requests within each village.

Village Cribari—Environmental Roofing continues its work in the village. A more detailed update will be provided next week. 

Village Heights—Construction work continues at 8480 Grenache. You may observe some additional vendor traffic in that area. Thank you for your patience while the project is completed. Please contact Public Works should you have any questions.

We love seeing pets enjoying the beautiful open spaces here at The Villages! However, we’d like to remind all pet owners of the rules and best practices to help keep our community safe and enjoyable for everyone.

Protect Your Pet – Leash Up!

According to the Club and Association Rules, pets must be on a leash at all times when outside your home. This is not just a Villages rule—it’s a City of San Jose requirement as well. Keeping your dog on a leash helps prevent unwanted interactions with other pets and ensures the safety of both your furry friend and fellow residents.

👉 The Villages Association Rule 2.11 PETS AND ANIMALS:

• “Dogs, cats and other pets must not be allowed to roam freely. They must be kept on a leash, under control, and attended at all times.”

👉 Club Rule 1.51 ANIMALS AND PETS:

• “Pets must be kept on a leash, under control, and attended to at all times. This includes the Hill Lands.”

Stay Alert – Wildlife is Nearby

Our community is surrounded by nature, which means it’s not uncommon to encounter wildlife like deer, raccoons, coyotes, bobcats, and rabbits, especially during early morning and evening hours. Off-leash pets are more vulnerable to unexpected encounters, which can lead to dangerous situations.

Clean Up After Your Pets

Please remember to clean up after your pet and dispose of waste in a sealed container. This helps keep our community clean and pleasant for everyone.

👉 Association Rule 2.11:
“No person…shall permit any animal to defecate on common or private property without immediately cleaning and disposing of the excrement in a sealed container.”

By following these simple rules, we can keep The Villages safe and clean for everyone. Thank you for doing your part! 🐶🐾

Great news – Bulky Bin service is returning! Green Team is providing dumpsters at  three community centers for disposal of bulk items  on Tuesday to Thursday April 1, 2 and 3.  The bins are available from the time they are delivered on Tuesday, April 1 (between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m.) until they are picked up on Thursday,  April 3 (between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m.)  

We kindly remind everyone to please follow the self-serve guidelines for Bin use. Your cooperation is essential in keeping our Club Facilities clean, safe, and welcoming for all.

Important Reminders:

• No dumping of items outside the bins — all items must be placed inside the bin and pushed towards the back. Improper disposal leads to additional staff labor for refuse cleaning and hazardous waste removal, making our shared spaces look untidy.
• Restricted items — The following items are not allowed for disposal at these dumpsters:

  • Concrete, dirt, tires, engine parts, oil
  • Televisions, refrigerators, freezers, washing machines, dryers
  • Medical waste or hazardous materials such as paint, antifreeze, motor oil, and pesticides
  • E-waste (examples include computers, monitors, chargers, keyboards, printers, laptops, and electrical components)

• No garbage in bulky bins — Garbage is strictly prohibited in the bulky bins. Contaminated boxes will not be removed from the premises until all garbage is removed.

This free community service relies on everyone’s participation and respect for the rules. Let’s work together to keep The Villages looking great.

Thank you for your support and cooperation in advance.

Three Bin Locations:

                  Cribari East  parking lot

                  Cribari West parking lot

                  Foothill Center parking lot

Please  contact Special Projects and Sustainability Director Mary Tatum if you have any questions – 408-754-1334 or mtatum@the-villages.com.

On April 11, your 2025-2026 Phone Directory arrives at your doorstep! Thank you for your patience as we took extra care to ensure your phone listing is exactly as you requested. The Club data transfer from our old technology to our new business operations system required some extra work, and we appreciate you working with us to “get it right.” 

This year’s directory includes more mobile phone listings than ever—an indicator that Villagers want to be reached on the go. With the introduction of The Villages new Member mobile app, this change makes sense since more of you are using your mobile phones to enjoy your amenities and connect with friends. And we’re delighted! 

If you wish to purchase an extra directory for $15, stop by Building B.  If you didn’t receive your household copy, please email the Communications team at comms@the-villages.com. 

Enjoy staying connected to your community!

Milpitas Electric will be onsite from Tuesday, April 1 through Friday, April 4 to replace five outdated Zinsco electrical subpanels in the Cribari Center. Three panels located in the Auditorium will be replaced Tuesday through Thursday—one per day due to their size. The remaining two panels, located in the West Wing (across from the Post Office and upstairs by the guest room balcony), will be replaced on Friday. 

⚡ Important Notes: 

• Power will be shut off in each area during replacement. 
• The Auditorium and West Wing are on separate circuits, so one zone will remain operational while the other is offline. 

Why are we replacing Zinsco panels? 
Zinsco panels, common in older buildings, are now considered a safety risk due to a history of failing to trip during electrical surges. They are often uninsurable under modern homeowner and commercial policies. Replacing these panels is a key part of our commitment to life safety, insurability, and system reliability. 

Thank you for your understanding and support as we continue to invest in the safety and resilience of The Villages community. 

The Villages is proud to take part in National Wildfire Preparedness Day on Saturday, May 3.

Join us for Ready, Set, Go, a community meeting dedicated to practical strategies for wildfire preparedness and emergency readiness. The Emergency Preparedness Committee (EPC) has long emphasized the importance of self-sufficiency during the first 72 hours of an emergency—this is the perfect opportunity to ensure you’re prepared.

An experienced  panel of experts from the American Red Cross, the San Jose Fire Department, and the San Jose Office of Emergency Management will share valuable insights and preparedness tips. We are also honored to welcome Senator Dave Cortese, who will present commendations to The Villages Golf and Country Club’s Firewise/Fire Safety Committee for being San Jose’s first recognized Firewise community.

Location: Cribari Auditorium
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (including audience Q&A)

As a Firewise community, staying proactive in wildfire preparedness is essential. Let’s continue working together to enhance our safety and resilience.

We hope to see you there!