~ Southwind (News) ~ |
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1. We have several recent incidents at the Southwind Gate attributed to drivers following too closely, transitioning too fast, and/or transitioning while the gate's right bars are indicating red. Please transition the gate at 5-10 MPH; do not tailgate, and only proceed through the gate when the gate arm is green. When the bar lights are red, it is "not safe to proceed," and you may damage the gate or one of its components. Drivers not following this guidance can and will be held responsible for any damages. We highly recommend you not pass the RFID Reader (adjacent to the Gate House) until the preceding vehicle has cleared the gate. Note - the RFID reader has blue lights at the bottom that flash when it reads your RFID tag. This visual helps clearly show that your RFID Tag is being recorded properly.
2. Meeting Jan 14th resulted in a continuation to Feb 18th, 10:00 am, High 4 Mgmt Conf Room. High 4 Management. 4540 Highway 20 East, Suite 1, Niceville, FL 32578
Ph: 850-714-1423
We elected to continue the meeting to maximize participation. To date, some 90 Southwind Owners have not voted on the amendment.
Proposed Amendment to Article 3, Section 3.8 of the Amended and Restated Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions. This amendment is intended to fund reserves to address our aging infrastructure, avoid a special assessment, and support improvements, such as sidewalks on the major arterials, that preserve, protect, and enhance the Southwind Community.
The Infrastructure Amendment Vote is a pivotal moment for our community, and we want to ensure every eligible homeowner is heard. Decisions made now will shape the future of our shared environment and property values. This amendment can be a means to fund future improvements, such as sidewalks on the community's main arterials and much, much more. Regardless of the outcome, the decision will be announced by the March 11th Quarterly Meeting.
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~ Southwind 5-Year Master Planning Initatives ~ |
Southwind 5-Year Master Planning Initiative -Current as of 12/10/2025
We are excited to announce the launch of a new 5-Year Master Planning initiative for our community. This plan is designed to be a comprehensive, long-term roadmap that guides our future decision-making, resource allocation, and project development over the next five years.
**How This Plan Benefits You**
The Master Plan provides a stable, unified vision for the community, ensuring that we:
Maintain Financial Stability: Prioritize necessary investments and manage resources effectively.
Enhance Quality of Life: Focus on improvements to shared amenities, infrastructure, and services.
Guide Sustainable Growth: Ensure that any future development aligns with the community's character and needs.
**Providing Your Input is Essential**
This plan is for all residents, and your perspective is critical to its success. We encourage everyone to review the initial draft and share your thoughts:
Review the current plan: The current, initial draft of the 5-Year Master Plan is now published and available for viewing on the official community website, SouthwindPOA.org.
Submit Feedback: Please email your ideas, concerns, and suggestions to president@southwindpoa.org or use the suggestion box at the gate.
For your reference, this is intended to be a living document. We are currently gathering data to assess the feasibility of adding an initiative to create a multi-use lane on major throughfares, such as Southwind Drive, and a Southwind Community Park area between holes 2 and 6, as part of our Greenspace initiatives. The initial plan will be updated periodically as community priorities evolve and financial data change. We are committed to transparency and will hold an annual briefing for all residents to review the plan's progress and announce major updates. Your Board of Directors is looking forward to partnering with you to shape the future of our community!
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~ Southwind Registered Vendor Gate Access List ~ |
The Southwind Registered Vendor and Contractor Visitor Gate Access List is under Gate Operations.
If your vendor or contractor is on this list, you do not need to issue the vendor a Virtual QR Code for access.
Vendors, Contractors, and Service Businesses (including Real Estate Agents) routinely servicing Southwind, Sunset Beach, or Coach Homes may request permanent registration for the visitor gate.
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~ Southwind Board Meeting ~ |
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The next Southwind Quarterly Board Meeting is an online Zoom Meeting on Wednesday, March 11th (link available on the Board Meetings Page).
Residents are welcome and encouraged to attend. A physical location is available by request in the High 4 Management Conference Room. Meeting Information and the agenda are posted 48 hours in advance. For more information, contact the Association Property Manager. |
~ Southwind Annual Meeting ~ |
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The next Southwind Annual Meeting will be our Annual Meeting, held in person at the SSB Clubhouse on Wednesday, December 9th, at 6:00 PM Central Time.
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~ Southwind ARC Meeting ~ |
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The next ARC Board Meeting is Tuesday, January 20, at 6:00 PM Central Time, before the Annual Meeting. Residents can obtain Zoom Meeting log-in information 48 hours before by contacting the Property Manager or the ARC Chairperson.
Please submit requests by Thursday, January 15th 2026. |
~ Southwind 2026 Assessment ~ |
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The 2026 Assessment is $355 a Quarter or $1,420.00 Annually.
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~ Annual Refresh of Resident Access Information ~ |
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Annual Owner Contact Information Refresh.
Please update your Southwind POA Access Data Form and return it to the Property Manager via email or the drop box at the gate. The property managers review them for completeness and process them for inclusion in our databases. This information is used solely by the association and is not disclosed to any third parties.
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~ Okaloosa Emergency Services ~ |
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~ Southwind Association Property Management ~ |
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High 4 Management Office
4540 Highway 20 East, Suite 11
Niceville, FL 32578
Mailing Address:
PO Box 1223, Niceville, FL 32588
Phone: (850) 714-1423
Email: PropertyManager@SouthwindPOA.org
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