Scenes from the Rotonda West area

Scope

The Rotonda West Association, Inc. (RWA) is a Florida not-for-profit corporation charged with the operation of the Rotonda West community. The RWA is responsible for providing an orderly and desirable community that will protect and enhance property values. It is the largest mandatory property owners association in Florida and has been in existence since 1974.

 

Rotonda West Aerial

 

Governance

A Board governs the Rotonda West Association. The property owners, in accordance with the RWA By-Laws, elect the Directors of the Board. The Board is assisted by Committees that are appointed by the Board. The RWA operates under a budget that is developed and approved by the Board and is funded by an assessment on each lot in Rotonda West. The budget provides for an office staff of three: Manager, Assistant Manager, and Deed Restrictions Secretary. Their offices are located in the Community Center.

There are five documents that govern the Rotonda West Association and property owners:

  1. Chapter 720 of the Florida Statutes, – The Homeowners Association Statute.
  2. Declaration of Covenants & Deed Restrictions, adopted 7/31/2003
  3. Articles of Incorporation filed with the Secretary of State, adopted 12/29/1992
  4. Amended Articles of Incorporation, adopted 12/31/1997
  5. RWA By-Laws, adopted 1/31/2003

Documents numbered 2-4 are contained in Rotonda West Association, Inc. Governing Documents, August 2003. This booklet is available at the RWA office.

RWA Organization Chart - July 12, 2008

 

Duties and Responsibilities

A primary duty of the RWA is the improvement and maintenance of the 456 acres of common areas, 30 miles of canals, and the Community Center. This includes beautification and seasonal decorations. In addition the RWA is responsible for enforcing the Deed Restrictions for the betterment of the community. There are ten Committees that assist the Board. The Board has representatives on eight Committees including: Administrative/Personnel, Aquatic Canal System/Drainage, Beautification/Mowing, Budget/Finance, Community Relations, Deed Restrictions, Properties, and Residential Modification. The Election and Compliance Committees have no Board representation but they do report to the Board. Activities and projects pertaining to the RWA Board and community are reported to the RWA members through its newsletter, West Ways and also through this website.

There are several areas of operation that agencies other than the RWA have authority over. The erection of stop signs, speed limit enforcement, repair of water and sewer problems, watering restrictions, and construction of sidewalks are the responsibility of Charlotte County. Florida Power and Light is responsible for installation and repair of street lights. Allocation of space within the Rotonda RV Parking area is the responsibility of the Rotonda Recreational Vehicle Parking Association. The maintenance and operation of the golf courses is the responsibility of the individual golf courses.

 

Office Location & Hours

The RWA office is located at 3754 Cape Haze Drive in Rotonda West and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The telephone number is 941-697-6788 and the FAX number is 941-697-0788.

Please consult the Directions & Maps page for directions.

 

Staff

The Rotonda West Association's staff include the following positions. They may be reached via e-mail by clicking on their respective title.

 

Manager's photo

Jay is Manager of the Rotonda West Association.

Jay is an avid golfer and is Past President of the Rotonda Men’s Golf League. He is a Past Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus Council in Dorchester and Treasurer of the Fish Tale Club in Placida.

Jay Lyons
Manager
   
Norene

Norene is responsible for Accounts Payable and Receivable for the Association. She also maintains ownership records and warranty deed verification.

Norene, her husband and their three children moved from Missouri to Rotonda West in August of 1976. She plays tennis once a week and finds time to go bike riding with her husband. She has worked for the Rotonda West Association since January 2, 1992.

Norene Kugler
Assistant Manager
     
Dianne   Dianne assists the Board and the Deed Restrictions Committee in carrying out the deed restrictions guidelines. 
Dianne Brophy
Deed Restrictions
Secretary
   
     

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Rotonda West Association, Association, Inc.    3754 Cape Haze Drive    Rotonda West, Florida 33947    TEL 941-697-6788    FAX 941-697-0788