Partners Community Council
The Partners Community Council was created to assist the neighborhood restoration efforts of the PPC Program in the Sugarfoot/Linton Oaks and the Cedar Ridge/Gordon Manor communities. Its members succeeded in having the neighborhoods designated as Preservation and Enhancement Districts, thereby allowing the Council to function as a neighborhood association. This designation was the first of its kind in the state of Florida.
In 2004, the Council's bid for a non ad valorem tax assessment on owners was successful. The monies collected are used to make and maintain neighborhood improvements. In 2004, a landscaping company was awarded the bid to clean, mow and maintain the rights of way and common areas. In 2005, the assessment made possible new entrance signs, lighting and fencing. The Council's membership is open to all residents and property owners of the neighborhoods. The Council works closely with the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners and the Departments of Codes Enforcement and Waste Management. Each year, a President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer are elected.
The Partners Council meets on the first Tuesday of every other month at 6:30 pm at the Cedar Ridge Safe Haven/Substation. Meetings are open to all neighborhood residents and property owners. The Partners newsletter is published on a bi-monthly basis and is mailed to residents and property owners. If you would like to be added to the mailing list or receive more information regarding the Council, please contact Gordon Bennett at (352) 331-7339.
