Update on Trash Services - Jan 4, 2022

Unfortunately the transition to a new trash contractor is not going well and we apologize for the multiple issues we are now experiencing.

The board called our new partner today to ask some questions about the missing bins, during that conversation we also found out there would be no trash pick up today due to weather issues. Apparently we were left off of the email distribution list but that has been fixed.

Here is what we know
There will be no trash or recycling pick up today Jan 4th
The next trash day will be Friday the 7th(trash only)
The next recycling/trash day will be Tuesday the 11th as they do not do a recycling make up days.
The next Christmas tree collection will be Monday the 10th the usual yard waste day.

Missed getting your trash can or wondering when the recycling can will be delivered?
We know they missed trash can drop offs on black branch if you did not get a bin and haven’t already contacted joepayne.gmp@gmail.com please do so as we are making a list.

We are still waiting on when the new larger recycling bins will be delivered.

Still have the old Bates/ESI/CSI bins?
We are still scheduled to have Bates pick up the old bins this Saturday the 8th and are working to confirm that.

Obviously this is not ideal and is certainly not the level of service our residents deserve and expect.
We are actively working on this and will get you more answers when we know.

Please watch our website for further details.

Sincerely your,
GMP Board of Directors

GMP HOA Dues...Don't forget to update your recurring payments

Earlier this month Sentry Management sent each homeowner an email with instructions to activate your account with the new payment vendor ClickPay.

Please note that recurring payments set up through RevoPay have been discontinued, and you will need to set up a new recurring payment profile with ClickPay.

Here is the information from Sentry’s email in case you can not find it.

Important: Please note that if you previously made payments online through RevoPay, your account and any automatic payments set up through this platform or program have been disabled. You are required to activate your account with ClickPay above in order to avoid a disruption in your previous payment schedule.

We will also be cancelling our legacy in-house Autopay program. Homeowners will need to re-enroll with ClickPay in order to continue with their payment schedule after December 31, 2021.

Once your account has been activated, you may access online payments by visiting www.sentrymgt.com and clicking Make a Payment. You may also click Online Payment once you are logged into your association's portal.

For help with your account, contact ClickPay by replying to this email or visiting www.clickpay.com/help.

New Mailing Address for Payments
If you choose to pay by check or money order, please mail your payments to our new mailing address listed below moving forward. If you pay through your bank’s Online Bill Pay feature, please log in to your online banking account and update the payee’s address as listed below along with the property account number on your billing coupon or statement:

P.O. Box 30437
Tampa, FL 33630

Checks should continue to be made payable to your association as indicated on your coupon or statement. Include the remittance slip with your payments and make sure to include the 16-digit account number found on your coupon or statement in the notes section of your check or your Online Bill Pay settings.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Sentry Management

New Trash Vendor (Patriot) UPDATED 12/31/2021 - Notice of Key Dates

***UPDATE 12/31/2021***

GMP, we have a new trash vendor (Patriot) in 2022!

We planned for everything to be well coordinated, but life happens and we are doing our best to keep the community updated with the latest information below.

Bates Trucking

Key Dates:

Friday, December 31st - Last pickup from Bates. Do not use Bates, ESI, CSI bins for any trash/recycling after this final pick up

Note: Bates took away any empty bins (Bates, CSI, ESI) today prior to trash pick up. Since most residents bins were full of trash/recycling those were not taken away today.

Saturday, January 8th - Bates planned follow up pick up of bins (Bates, ESI, CSI). This is for any trash/recycling bins not picked up on 12/31.

NOTE ON PICKUP OF OLD BINS: Please see dates above for Bates pick up of trash and recycling bins. As a courtesy, STARTING JANUARY 1st, the clubhouse parking lot can also be used as a temporary drop off of CLEAN bins (trash and recycling) for Bates pickup. This will be limited timing only until Bates final pick up date of January 8th.

Recommendation: Please leave clean empty Bates, CSI, ESI bins curbside to take to the clubhouse parking lot for removal between today and Saturday, January 8th.

Patriot Pick Regular Schedule Dates starting January 3, 2022:

Mondays - Yard Waste

Tuesday - Trash & Recycling

Friday - Trash

Patriot Key Dates:

Thursday , December 29th

Patriot delivered recycling bins to each home.

These bins were NOT the correct size. Please place clean and empty curbside for Patriot to pick up in the next few days.

Mondays, January 3rd & 10th - Christmas Tree pickup

Tuesday, January 4th - 1st trash pick up date for Patriot.
NOTE1: Patriot will be delivering new bins the first week of January. Residents can place trash/recycling bags, boxes curbside until new bins are delivered.

NOTE2: Patriot can not empty Bates (or CSI/ESI) labeled bins, which are to be picked up per dates above.

Ready for some more details from Patriot?

Please, stage all items at the curb the night before or by 6:00 a.m. on your pickup day. All trash must be placed at the curb in front of your home. Please, do not place rocks, concrete, dirt, soil, sod, tree stumps, construction debris, brick, or landscaping timbers in Yard Waste bags. Collection of these items may be provided for an additional charge.

COUNTY REGULATIONS: The following items will NOT be collected: liquids of any kind, asbestos, ammunition, fuel tanks, hazardous, radioactive, infectious, or medical waste, petroleum contaminated soil, dead animals, manure, dangerous acids, caustics, explosives, or other dangerous material or items too large or too heavy to be loaded safely into the collection vehicles.

RECYCLING: Recyclable materials include newspapers, magazines, catalogs, books, mixed paper, cereal boxes, glass, and similar, flattened cardboard no larger than 4’ x 4’, aluminum and metal food and beverage containers, and plastic bottles, jugs, and containers. The recycling method is “single-stream” which allows for the co-mingling of all recyclable materials in the recycling container.

YARD WASTE: Yard Waste will be collected on Monday. Grass clippings and leaves must be set out for pickup in biodegradable paper bags or in a trash container clearly marked “yard waste” on both sides. Tree limbs and brush must be tied in bundles no longer than 4 feet in length and 6 inches in diameter. Bundles or items that are bagged cannot exceed 50 pounds. Yard waste does not include stumps, rocks, dirt, sod, gravel, mulch, whole trees, or clean-up from storm damage. Collection of these items may be provided for an additional charge.

CHRISTMAS TREE COLLECTION:

  • All tinsel and decorations must be removed, and trees should not be placed in plastic bags.

  • Christmas trees will be collected during the first 2 weeks of January on your usual yard waste collection day.

  • Collection of Christmas trees may be impacted by the national labor shortage; if a tree is placed curbside for collection on yard waste collection day and is not picked up, please advise residents to LEAVE IT OUT at the curb and collection will be completed as soon as possible.

SPECIAL ITEMS: Special items will be collected weekly for a fee. Special items include white goods (appliances), furniture and other large items. Special items that will be collected and recycled include scrap metal (grills, bicycles, swings, chairs), small electronics (computers, monitors, small TVs, small printers, VCRs, DVD/CD players, etc.), motor oil, tires and car batteries. Advance notice is required for the collection of all special items. Please call to schedule a special pickup: 703-257-7100

HOLIDAYS: Service will be provided on all holidays except for Thanksgiving Day, Independence Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. When a designated collection day falls on one of these holidays, service will resume on the next regularly scheduled collection day.

INCLEMENT WEATHER: In the event that inclement weather prevents Patriot Disposal from providing service on a regularly-scheduled collection day, service will resume on the next regularly-scheduled collection day, road conditions permitting.

ROAD CONDITIONS: Patriot Disposal will not provide services for any homes located on roads that are deemed impassable due to construction, construction vehicles, parked cars, or other obstructions or conditions. Uncollected items will be removed on the next regularly scheduled collection day, road conditions permitting. Any questions? Please, do not hesitate to email or call us. Our customer service is available from Mon-Fri from 9AM-5PM. Our email address is: customerservice@patriotdisposalservices.com. Our phone number 703-257-7100 option: 5

GMP's Halloween 2021 - RSVP for Pizza by 10/29!

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Happy Halloween, GMP!

The annual "Pizza Party" prior to trick-or-treating continues to be a widely attended event, and based on last year's tweaks this year will include some of last year's updates including starting earlier and having the ability to pre-purchase individual pizza(s)!

As far as trick-or-treating, GMP respectfully asks for increased parental supervision to keep it fun and safe for all our children. Please enforce the following with your family:

  • Trick-or-Treat hours of 6p - 8p

  • ONLY approach houses that have front porch lights ON and/or tables set-up in front of the house

RSVP for your slices HERE: https://forms.gle/7hw9dhNZoRaJAceH7

End of Summer Bash: Friday, 8/13 & Saturday, 8/14/21

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Okay, so maybe not a bash, but that got your attention, right? We do want to send off summer in style as families start to thinking about fall schedules. Please review the GMP Social Calendar for details! In short:

Friday, 8/13: 5p to 7p -

  • Dinner & Music with "Fords on the Road"

    • (Preorders preferred, not required, can be placed here.

Saturday, 8/14: 12p to 2p -

  • Arcola VFD Parade & Pool Party

SEE you then!