Presidents Message
John Hyde
Thank You to Our Members and Volunteers
October 28, 2026
Referendum
We would like to THANK everyone who voted in the referendum, helping us achieve a quorum and, ultimately, passing all fourteen questions on the ballot.
We would also like to thank the Documents Committee and the Elections Committee for their valuable contributions and hard work throughout this process. Last, but certainly not least, we extend our sincere appreciation to our Manager and Staff for assisting members with voting and handling the many important details required to make our referendums and elections happen successfully.
Trunk or Treat
We’d like to thank Joey Valinoti and his crew from the Pine Ridge Civic Association for putting on another great Trunk or Treat event last Saturday night. While the POA sponsors the event, it is the time, efforts, and hard work of Joey and the Civic Association that make it happen. We appreciate their continued commitment to our community.
I’d also like to remind everyone that Joey and the Civic Association are providing the people power for our upcoming Welcome Newcomers Open House on Saturday, November 7, from 9:00 a.m. until noon at the Pine Ridge Community Center.
This event is not just for new residents—it’s for ALL residents! Newcomers can learn about the many activities and opportunities available in Pine Ridge, while longtime residents are encouraged to attend, meet our newest neighbors, and help make them feel welcome.
Thank you all for your time, effort, and commitment to Pine Ridge!
Update on Units 2 and 3
The Board of Directors would also like to recognize and thank James Dicks for the new direction he is taking regarding the two properties covered by the 2000 Settlement Agreement for Units 2 and 3.
Rather than pursuing zoning changes to allow higher-density residential and commercial development on these properties, Mr. Dicks has indicated that he intends to develop them within the parameters of the existing 2000 Settlement Agreement. The agreement calls for one-acre home sites with deed restrictions similar to those governing Pine Ridge.
The Board welcomes this direction and stands ready to offer Mr. Dicks any appropriate assistance that may help him achieve his goal of developing these properties as one-acre home sites.
Mr. Dicks has approached the POA on two occasions proposing changes to the 2000 Settlement Agreement. The POA did not initiate any effort to change that agreement. However, in good faith, the POA made an effort to negotiate potential modifications with Mr. Dicks in an attempt to avoid threatened litigation. If Mr. Dicks proceeds as he has indicated and develops Units 2 and 3 as one-acre home sites under the existing agreement, the POA wishes him every success in that endeavor.
Citrus County’s 2050 Comprehensive Plan
The draft of Citrus County’s new 2050 Comprehensive Plan has been released. The plan places an emphasis on increased density and commercial development in the Central Ridge portion of the county, which will have an impact on Pine Ridge. The plan is available on the Citrus County website.
Recognizing the importance of protecting established communities and their property values, the Pine Ridge Board of Directors is studying the issue and will be establishing dialogue with county on behalf of residents and their property values. We should have more to report in the weeks ahead.
The Pine Ridge Board of Directors is committed to continue working to protect property values, preserve the character of our community, and ensure that the interests of Pine Ridge residents are represented in the decisions that could affect our future.