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Welcome
 
 
 
Welcome to Southwind!  Feel free to contact us with any questions, suggestions, or comments.   Southwind Owners and Residents are encouraged to participate in a Southwind Residents Facebook page for "unofficial" business!   
 
 
~ Southwind News ~
1.  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 that preserve, protect, and enhance the Southwind Community.
2.  Election results: Steve Snow (SSB), Woody Gray, and Larry Snyder were elected as Directors for the 2026/2027 term.  
3.  2026 Southwind Assessment is $355 Quarterly or $1420 Annually.   
4.  Electronic Delivery and Electronic Voting save the Association money.  Contact the property manager to register.  
 

~ 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@southwind.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!

~ 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.
 

 
~ Southwind Board Meeting ~
The next Southwind Board Meeting is on Wednesday, March 11th, Via Zoom (link available on Board Meeting and Minutes page)
 
Residents are welcome and encouraged to attend. Meeting Information and the agenda are posted 48 hours in advance. For more information, contact the Association Property Manager.

~ Southwind Annual Meeting ~
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.  
 

~ Southwind ARC Meeting ~
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 ~
The 2026 Assessment is $355 a Quarter or $1,420.00 Annually.  
 
 

~ Annual Refresh of Resident Access Information ~
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.
 
 

~ Okaloosa Emergency Services ~
Learn more about Community Preparedness and Emergency Management at: myokaloosa.com/ps/emergency-management

~ Southwind Association Property Management ~
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