Hello Friends and Neighbors,

Hope this communique finds you well as we say goodbye to summer.

On a personal note, I’m happy to report that my shoulder surgery (reverse shoulder arthroplasty), following my terrible fall, is finally behind me and I am making a slow recovery and new progress.

On Saturday we will host our Second Saturday Open House

• When: Saturday, September 12th | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

• Where: Armstrong & Heritage rooms (North Campus), 953 N Course Ln

• Details: Informational booths will be staffed for volunteer signups, resident authorizations, donations and Save SCC merchandise.

Upcoming Second Saturday Events

• Oct. 10 (hosted by Barbara Allen); Nov. 14 (hosted by Rick Johnson); Dec. 12 (hosted by Ellie Anderson).

Thankfully, through the generosity of some donors, we currently have a matching gift program that has been extended to Sept. 14. More information is below.

• Volunteer Fatigue: Our core leadership is stretching its limits. We urgently need folks with specialized skills—specifically paralegals, civil/hydrological engineers, and administrative managers. If you have these talents, we ask you urgently to step up. You can get started by joining us at a Second Saturday event or  emailing volunteering@savescc.org.

• Official County Recognition: We are expanding our “legal” reach through the certification of Save SCC as a Neighborhood Organization with Hillsborough CountyWe want to secure Certified Neighborhood Organization status with Hillsborough County to serve as the community’s official legal voice in public hearings. In order to do this, we need “signatures” from more than 50% of the homes in Sun City Center. To accomplish this, we are looking for “captains” to canvass their street(s) or local HOA. We have an easy sign-up form on our website (savescc.org). If you don’t have a computer or need help, please attend our upcoming Second Saturday open house from 10:00 a.m. until noon on Sept. 12, and our volunteers will get you signed up.

Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD or “SwiftMud”) Regulatory Battle & Flooding Risk

ClubLink has formally submitted a petition for wetland determination on the North Lakes Golf Course under SWFWMD Permit Application #941993. This shifts their effort from conceptual planning to active regulatory execution.

• Technical Criteria: SWFWMD environmental scientists will inspect the property to establish legal boundaries based on soil composition, hydraulic markers, wetland vegetation species, and historical surface water levels.

• Severe Flooding Risk: North Lakes functions as a critical natural stormwater basin. Replacing it with impervious surfaces will displace millions of gallons of runoff, posing a catastrophic flooding threat to adjacent neighborhoods.

• Our Stance: Save SCC is demanding that ClubLink be held to the absolute highest burden of proof under Florida law to demonstrate zero off-site impact.

Our Multi-Pronged Strategy

1. Regulatory Oversight: We are continuously monitoring SWFWMD and ClubLink, as we retain hydrogeological expert witnesses, and ensure strict statutory enforcement. If you have any expertise in these areas, or know someone who is, please contact us at getinvolved@savescc.org.

2. Proactive Legal Defense: We have vetted and retained specialized legal counsel for administrative hearings to challenge ClubLink in the future. (The budget is estimated to exceed $100,000). If we are to be successful, we need financial support. We hope you can step up in a big way!

3. More details on the open house are below.

Urgent Legal Defense Fund & $500+ Matching Challenge

• Matching Program (Extended thru Sept. 14): Several generous benefactors are match all donations of $500 or more dollar-for-dollar to double your financial impact. The match period is quickly drawing to a close on Sept 14 so make your tax deductible gift of $ 500. to double the impact, please. I know I’ve talked about donating several times already, but I can’t stress enough how important it is that we raise the funds to battle ClubLink and its partners. Without the funding, we will never make it across the finish line, and I know you don’t want to see our open spaces turned into housing sites.

• How to Donate: Visit our website to give online, join us on Second Saturday, or contact Treasurer John Newbury at 508-272-7130 or john.newbury@savescc.org.

Resident Authorization Drive & Volunteer Sign-Up

• Sign Your Authorization: As mentioned earlier, we are working toward being certified by Hillsborough County as a Neighborhood Organization. You can submit a Resident Representation Authorization form (online or paper), so Save SCC can officially speak on your behalf before county boards. Just go to Savescc.org.

• Join the Team: We need Neighborhood Captains (“Boots on the Ground”) for 100% street coverage, alongside engineers, paralegals and administrative staff.

• Contact: Contact Volunteer Coordinator Joan Diehl at 813-753-4347 or joan.diehl@savescc.org to get involved.

Please be sure to share this information with your friends and neighbors and make sure they also are signed up for our email blasts. It is imperative we keep everyone informed and engaged. We all must be evangelists for the preservation of our golf courses, open green spaces and community lifestyle.

Thanks for your support and cooperation. Together we can prevail!

Ellie Anderson

312-282-7337

Dear Sun City Center Friends and Neighbors,

Thank you to the nearly 240 residents who joined us for our August 8th Town Hall. Although we have made tremendous strides through volunteer dedication, we face a classic “David vs. Goliath” battle against deep-pocketed developers. To protect our community, we must rapidly expand our financial resources and volunteer base. Below is an updated briefing on our state of the organization, regulatory challenges, and critical action plan.

Important Personal Note & Health Update

Unfortunately, I recently made a big misstep – literally – and I suffered a severe fall. As part of my extended recovery, I am scheduled to undergo right shoulder replacement surgery today  (Aug. 31. Our team is sending out these Notes for me.) Because I’m right-hand dominant and currently managing heavy pain medication, my participation in Save SCC matters will be very limited for the immediate future, with initial recovery expected through December. It will be a long road.

During this time, changes have been made to keep our momentum going:

• External Community Relations: Save Sun City Center Vice President Rick Johnson will be the focal point for community member inquiries and issues. He can be reached at [847-648-6355] or at rick.johnson@savescc.org for any concerns you have while Ellie is unavailable. Rick is currently in Illinois, but he will get back to you as quickly as possible.

• Interim Leadership: Board member Barbara Allen is steering the organization while continuing to lead our highly crucial Zoning & Legal Team. Like Rick, Barbara is guiding our ship while she is currently out of town at her home in Massachusetts. However, Barb will be back in October to host our Second Saturday open house.

• Operations: Our amazing core of volunteer teams continue to manage day-to-day operations seamlessly.

• Gratitude: As I recover, I thank you all for your continued prayers and warm wishes. I also ask if you were thinking of sending cards or flowers, I would much rather you donate that money to Save SCC.

State of the Organization: Resourcing & Volunteer Needs

We are facing an urgent need for both financial capital and specialized skills to match developer pressure:

• The Budget Challenge: We are actively building out infrastructure, but we remain grossly under-resourced compared to ClubLink and 13th Floor Homes as we face mounting legal and engineering expenses. Thankfully, through the generosity of some donors, we currently have a matching gift program that has been extended to Sept. 14. More information is below.

• Volunteer Fatigue: Our core leadership is stretching its limits. We urgently need folks with specialized skills—specifically paralegals, civil/hydrological engineers, and administrative managers. If you have these talents, we ask you urgently to step up. You can get started by emailing getinvolved@savescc.org.

• Neighborhood Scale: We are expanding our “legal” reach through the creation of Save SCC as a Neighborhood Organization with Hillsborough County. More information is below. (See “Resident Authorization Drive”)

Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD or “SwiftMud”) Regulatory Battle & Flooding Risk

ClubLink has formally submitted a petition for wetland determination on the North Lakes Golf Course under SWFWMD Permit Application #941993. This shifts their effort from conceptual planning to active regulatory execution.

• Technical Criteria: SWFWMD environmental scientists will inspect the property to establish legal boundaries based on soil composition, hydraulic markers, wetland vegetation species, and historical surface water levels.

• Severe Flooding Risk: North Lakes functions as a critical natural stormwater basin. Replacing it with impervious surfaces will displace millions of gallons of runoff, posing a catastrophic flooding threat to adjacent neighborhoods.

• Our Stance: Save SCC is demanding that ClubLink be held to the absolute highest burden of proof under Florida law to demonstrate zero off-site impact.

Our Multi-Pronged Strategy

1. Regulatory Oversight: We are continuously monitoring SWFWMD and ClubLink, as we retain hydrogeological expert witnesses, and ensure strict statutory enforcement. If you have any expertise in these areas, or know someone who is, please contact us at getinvolved@savescc.org.

2. Proactive Legal Defense: We have vetted and retained specialized legal counsel for administrative hearings to challenge ClubLink in the future. (The budget is estimated to exceed $100,000). If we are to be successful, we need financial support. We hope you can step up in a big way!

3. Official County Recognition: We want to secure Certified Neighborhood Organization status with Hillsborough County to serve as the community’s official legal voice in public hearings. In order to do this, we need “signatures” from more than 50% of the homes in Sun City Center. To accomplish this, we are looking for “captains” to canvass their street or local HOA. We have an easy sign-up form on our website (savescc.org). If you don’t have a computer or need help, please attend our upcoming Second Saturday open house from 10:00 a.m. until noon on Sept. 12, and our volunteers will get you signed up. More details on the open hose are below.

Urgent Legal Defense Fund & $500+ Matching Challenge

• Matching Program (Extended thru Sept. 14): Local supporters will match all donations of $500 or more dollar-for-dollar to double your financial impact. I know I’ve talked about donating several times already, but I can’t stress enough how important it is that we raise the funds to battle ClubLink and its partners. Without the funding, we will never make it across the finish line, and I know you don’t want to see our open spaces turned into housing sites.

• How to Donate: Visit our website to give online, or contact Treasurer John Newberry at 508-272-7130 or john.newberry@savescc.org.

Resident Authorization Drive & Volunteer Sign-Up

• Sign Your Authorization: As mentioned earlier, we are working toward being certified by Hillsborough County as a Neighborhood Organization. You can submit a Resident Representation Authorization form (online or paper), so Save SCC can officially speak on your behalf before county boards.

• Join the Team: We need Neighborhood Captains (“Boots on the Ground”) for 100% street coverage, alongside engineers, paralegals and administrative staff.

• Contact: Contact Volunteer Coordinator Joan Diehl at 813-753-4347 or joan.diehl@savescc.org to get involved.

SAVE THE DATE:

Second Saturday Gathering

• When: Saturday, September 12th | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

• Where: Armstrong & Heritage rooms (North Campus)

• Details: Informational booths will be staffed for volunteer signups, resident authorizations, donations and Save SCC merchandise.

Upcoming Second Saturday Events

• Oct. 10 (hosted by Barbara Allen); Nov. 14 (hosted by Rick Johnson); Dec. 12 (hosted by Ellie Anderson).

Neighbors, the threat is no longer theoretical. It is happening right now.

ClubLink, alongside Miami-based developer 13th Floor Homes, has officially filed a petition with the State of Florida – SouthWest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD, Permit Application Number 941993) for a Formal Determination of the Landward Extent of Wetlands and Other Surface Waters regarding the North Lakes golf course.

This is the official first regulatory step toward residential development altering the natural flood basins that protect our homes. The soil testing and surveying we witnessed in March was the precursor to this filing. Because ClubLink is moving ahead, Save Sun City Center (Save SCC) must immediately shift into a higher gear.

We cannot fight this alone. To protect our community, every resident must step up.

Our 4 Immediate Calls to Action

1. Sign Up for Save SCC Email Blasts

As we enter this highly active phase, direct, timely, inexpensive communication is vital.  Email is the best option

• Already receiving our emails? You are all set.

• Not seeing them? Check your spam, or register directly at savescc.org/114-2/.

• Please help your less tech-savvy neighbors get signed up so no one is left in the dark.

2. Dig Deep & Donate Substantially

This fight spans complex regulatory, environmental, and legal fronts. We are currently vetting outside legal counsel to prepare for litigation. We estimate our legal and expert costs will easily exceed $100,000.

• Donate Online: Visit our secure portal at savescc.org.

• Donate by Mail: Checks payable to Save SCC can be sent to: PO Box 5410, Sun City Center, FL 33571-5410

• Donate in Person: Join us at our upcoming Second Saturday events (see details below).

• Major Gifts & Stock: For angel benefactors, stock transfers, trust gifts, or retirement distributions, please contact our Treasurer, John J. Newbury, directly at treasurer@savescc.org or 508-272-7130 for tax-efficient transfer guidance and instructions.

3. Become a Neighborhood Captain

To register as an official neighborhood group with Hillsborough County Neighborhood Relations, we need authorization from over 50% of residents/households to act and speak on the community’s behalf. This  recognition by the County adds credibility to Save SCC  as “parties of interest” for the organization before government agencies and the courts.

This is a massive boots-on-the-street effort that requires local residents who know their neighborhood and neighbors to work with us. We’ll provide guidance and tools. You provide the knowledge of the local area and residents and we’ll get it done

We need one Captain for every POA, COA, HOA, and unassociated neighborhood within the CA.

(Note: We plan to coordinate with the Kings Point Master Board to expand our defined geographic area to include Kings Point once initial registration is secured).

• To volunteer as a Captain, email: getinvolved@savescc.org

4. Volunteer Your Time and Professional Skills

We have the strategy, but we desperately need human resources. We are actively seeking:

• Professionals: Land-use attorneys, paralegals, hydroengineers, professional engineers, environmentalists, WordPress developers, and Google Workspace admins.

• Organizers & Creatives: Volunteer coordinators, writers, social media managers, and digital curators.

• General Support: Standard computer/phone users and hands to perform essential administrative tasks.

• How to Sign Up: Email GetInvolved@SaveSCC.org with your name, phone number, address, HOA/POA, and background/skills, or join us in person at a Second Saturday event.

Why This Matters: The Environmental Danger

An Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) is the initial regulatory hurdle required before developers can move earth, dredge, or build roads.

If ClubLink alters the North Lakes landscape, millions of gallons of stormwater will be displaced. Because our existing homes sit on lower ground than the proposed construction, that water has nowhere to go but into our yards, garages, and living spaces. This development risks turning existing erosion issues into a flooding catastrophe for Cypress Creek, the Little Manatee watershed, and Tampa Bay.

 Document the Danger: If you observe or experience flooding in your immediate area, take photos and videos and send them to us. Overwhelming evidence is our best weapon with county regulators.

The Cautionary Tale: Tamarac, FL

Look at The Woodlands project in Tamarac, FL. ClubLink and 13th Floor Homes teamed up there in 2017. After a grueling seven-year battle, approval was secured and ClubLink successfully sold that golf course for $14 million in July 2024 to build 335 luxury homes with their partner 13th Floor Homes. They will not stop until they are defeated. If we do not fight back now, Sun City Center is next.

How Save SCC is Fighting Back Right Now

1. We are officially on record as parties of interest for application 941993 with SWFWMD.

2. We have formally requested a public hearing and full access to all filed documents.

3. We are demanding SWFWMD hold ClubLink to the absolute highest burden of proof under Florida law: demonstrating zero adverse offsite impacts.

Join Us: Save SCC Second Saturday Open Houses

Come by anytime between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM to meet leadership, ask questions, or drop off donations. This is a casual, drop-in Q&A session with Ellie and our panel—not a rigid presentation.

Official Save SCC T-shirts, yard signs, and banners will be available for a minimum donation of $25.00.

2026 Second Saturday of the Month Event Schedule

Community Hall Address: 1910 S Pebble Beach Blvd, Sun City Center, FL 33573

Armstrong Room Address: 953 North Course Lane, Sun City Center, FL 33573

Please Note: We will be filming and taking photographs at these events for promotional and publicity use. By entering, you consent to your likeness being used by Save SCC without compensation. Notices will also be posted at the entry doors.

What the Filing Literally Means

This petition is not a construction permit or approval to build. Instead, it is a formal request for environmental scientists from the SouthWest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) to come out to the property and legally draw the boundary lines between “uplands” (dry buildable land) and “wetlands” or “surface waters” (ponds, lakes, marshy areas, and drainage basins).

The state experts will analyze three main factors to establish these lines:

• Vegetation: Checking for plants that only grow in saturated environments.

• Soil Type: Looking for hydric (wetland) soils.

• Hydrology: Examining historical aerial photos and physical evidence of water levels.

The Significance of the Move

For ClubLink and 13th Floor Homes, this filing represents the official transition from conceptual planning to active execution. The outcome dictates exactly how many homes – whether single family, villa or three-story building – could physically be accommodated on the land and how much money the project would be worth.

Defining the “Buildable Footprint”

Golf courses inherently contain vast networks of artificial water hazards, drainage ditches, and low-lying retention areas. The developer cannot know how many single-family homes they can pack onto the North Lakes property until the state officially rules on which areas are legally protected wetlands.

Preludes to the Real Permitting Battle

Once these lines are locked in, the developer’s engineers will use the map to apply for an Environmental Resource Permit (ERP). The ERP is the actual permit required to clear land, fill in certain ditches, redirect water, and construct roads or foundations.

The Red Flag for Neighbors: Golf course redevelopments in Florida often prompt intense pushback from local homeowners. Surrounding residents usually worry about losing green space, but the primary structural concern is stormwater management. Because old golf courses act as massive community drainage basins during heavy rains and hurricanes, altering the landward extent of these lakes can directly impact neighborhood flood risks.

This filing essentially signals that the developer is locking down the environmental playing field so they can officially request permission to break ground.

Please share this information with your neighbors and friends. We are trying to keep everyone informed and engaged. Feel free to post the flyer on your local bulletin board or share with your HOA or club.

Thank you for your continued resolve, generosity, support and community spirit.

Best regards,

Ellie Anderson

President – Save Sun City Center

312-282-7337 | president@savescc.org

Attachments: Clublink SwiftMd Permit      Call to Action

Ellie’s Notes June 13, 2026

Howdy Neighbors and Supportors,

I wanted to update you on the outcome of the Pebble Creek golf course application hearing before the County and share details on a few other matters.

Pebble Creek Golf Course Hearing Outcome

The June 9, 2026, Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners land use hearing regarding the Pebble Creek Golf Course rezoning ended in an unexpected procedural twist concerning potential ex-parte communication, further prolonging the multi-year battle. Instead of cast-iron approval or denial, the commission voted 5-1 to remand until July 20, 2026 to address the ex parti email comment with a very limited scope for comment at the hearing with the Hearing Master before being heard again by the Commissioners for final decision.  Hillsborough County commissioners voted to delay the Pebble Creek Golf Course rezoning case, remanding the matter until July 20. The board paused the decision to review legal concerns surrounding an email involving the golf course owner, Bill Place of Ace Golf.

The Core Conflict:

• The Developer’s Plan: GL Homes is pushing to rezone the 150-acre shuttered golf course property. They plan to replace it with a 251-home residential community

• During the June 9, 2026 Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners meeting, the board voted to remand the Pebble Creek Golf Course rezoning decision to July 20, 2026. Commissioners voted 5-1 to remand the case after an undisclosed email from the golf course owner raised legal concerns regarding fairness and ex-parte communication.

Those who would like to hear the testimony by the County Attorney can use this link and go to approximately 24:40 in the video.

The scope of the specific remand voted on by the Hillsborough County Commission is strictly limited to the legal issue surrounding the ex parte communication.

The county attorney explicitly requested a limited review of the contents of the email involving the golf course owner. This means that the upcoming hearing is not a wide-open venue to re-argue the entire project from scratch. Instead, it is a narrow legal window to ensure due process and transparency regarding that specific unauthorized communication before the final vote takes place. Only existing parties of record who testified previously can speak.

Understanding how the remand and the ex parte communication work together clarifies why the upcoming hearing is so restricted:

What “Ex Parte” Communication Means

• Definition: An off-the-record, one-sided communication between a decision-maker (like a County Commissioner) and a party involved in the case (like the golf course owner) without the other sides being present or notified.

• The Legal Problem: Because the Commission acts like a judge in zoning cases, all evidence must be shared openly. A private email violates due process and threatens fairness.

• The Pebble Creek Trigger: An email involving the golf course owner—stating “I believe the GL Project offers the best solution for residents”—was brought to light. Because this happened outside the official public record, it created a severe legal vulnerability.

What “The Remand” Does

• Definition: A formal legal action that sends a case back to a lower body or pauses a proceeding to fix a specific error.

• The Narrow Scope: The County Attorney requested a limited review strictly to address the contents of that unauthorized email.

• The Purpose: The remand gives the Commission a chance to read the email into the public record. This allows all sides to comment on it, effectively “curing” the legal violation before a final vote is taken.

How the Commissioners Might Vote

Once the email is read into the record with the land use master hearing on July 20 at 6:00 pm, the ex parte violation is legally “cured,” the board will pivot to a final vote on the 251-home rezoning proposal. The outcome hinges on a shifted board dynamic:

• The 2023 baseline: The commission originally voted to deny the rezoning in 2023. However, the court-ordered return of the case means they must evaluate it strictly based on whether the application meets local land development rules.

• The “New Commissioner” wildcard: The board now features two new commissioners who were not present for the 2023 live testimonies. This delay gives them the chance to review the full record.

• The likely outcomes:

  • Approval: If the developer convinces the board that the project meets all county zoning guidelines, and that a closed, deteriorating golf course is worse for the area than managed housing, they could secure an approval.

  • Denial (With a tighter legal backing): If the commissioners still believe the rezoning violates the county’s comprehensive growth plans, they can deny it again. By clearing the email issue first during this remand, a second denial would be much harder for GL Homes to overturn in appeals court.

The Pebble Creek Golf Course Development Saga Continues!

SaveSCC Volunteer Operations

SaveSCC is ramping up new initiatives and refortifying and reenergizing existing efforts to prepare as rapidly and thoroughly as possible for our response to ClubLink actions. I have been a little overwhelmed with our activities and not communicated as well as I should with folks offering help. My apologies!  We are working to better organize our  volunteer operations and hope to have that under better control shortly so hang in there as we regroup.

We seek to have a Volunteer Coordinator on board before our first Save SCC Monthly 2nd Saturdays! and at our 1st – 2nd Saturday event on July 11th.  If this position speaks to you, please let me know via email to getinvolved@savescc.org or call me at 312-282-7337.

Save SCC Monthly 2nd Saturdays

In case you missed my earlier email, here are the details on Launching “Save SCC Monthly 2nd Saturdays” – Connect, Support, and Gear Up Monthly!

We are excited to announce a brand-new monthly Save SCC event initiative designed to bring our community closer together and strengthen our ongoing SaveSCC efforts.

Starting on July 11th, we are launching Save SCC Monthly 2nd Saturdays! This is your consistent, monthly opportunity to meet directly with leadership, get involved, and grab the tools you need to help us protect Sun City Center from golf course development, get Save SCC merchandise, donate, volunteer, or just come and talk.

Event Details:

• When: The 2nd Saturday of every month, starting July 11th through December  12th

• Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

• Where: The Armstrong Room, SCC North Campus, off the Atrium, 1009 N. Pebble Beach Blvd., Sun City Center

Mark Your Calendar:

• July 11

• August 8

• September 12

• October 10

• November 14

• December 12

What you can do at Save SCC 2nd Saturdays:

• Meet Leadership: Speak directly with Save SCC leaders to ask questions and share your thoughts.

• Get Promotional Materials: Pick up your official Save SCC T-shirts, yard signs, and window clings to show your support around town and promote the cause.

• Secure Document Scanning: Bring any critical data or documentation relevant to our legal fight, and we will scan it safely on-site and return your originals.

• Volunteer & Share: Sign up for volunteer opportunities or share important community information with us.

• Make a Donation: Drop off financial contributions directly to help fuel our legal and operational funds.

Whether you have five minutes to drop off documents or want to stay and chat, your presence makes a difference. We need every voice and every hand to keep our momentum moving forward.

We look forward to seeing you one Saturday morning!

Thank you for your continued dedication and support,

The Save SCC Monthly 2nd Saturdays! Team

Co-Chairs:

Ellie Anderson      Rick Johnson

312-282-7337      847-648-6355

Technology Recruitment

In case you missed my earlier email regarding our Technology Workgroup activities and recruitment drive, I am repeating that here as well.

Call to Action – SaveSCC Technology WorkGroup Volunteer Recruitment

Our last recruitment effort for expert volunteers to expand our legal and zoning workgroup identified

outstanding individuals who are now actively engaging with our existing team, yielding stellar results.  This success led us to consider a similar effort to bolster our Technology Workgroup.

SaveSCC is actively seeking volunteers with extensive skills and experience to join the SaveSCC Technology team to support its expanding infrastructure and needs. The organization is specifically looking for individuals with professional expertise in WordPress development, Google Workspace experience, Facebook management and information digitization.  The primary goal of the new recruits will be to expand our capabilities to support and utilize technology in service of our mission and activities given our limited resources and need to be practical and effective.

SaveSCC Technology Ecosystem Overview

Save Sun City Center (SaveSCC) leverages a sophisticated digital infrastructure to support its mission of preserving golf courses and green spaces. This technological “ecosystem” enables the organization to coordinate volunteer efforts, manage extensive data repositories, and execute large-scale community outreach.

Core Web Infrastructure

The organization’s public presence and interactive tools are primarily hosted at SaveSCC.org, which serves as the central hub for information and member registration.

• Platform: Developed using WordPress, allowing for modular updates and integration of third-party tools.

• Dynamic Integrations:

• Widgets: The site utilizes widgets,  plugins, and APIs to interface directly with other systems, facilitating the display of documents like the “Greater Sun City Center Community Plan” or other capabilities.

• Registration Tools: Employs Google Forms for secure email distribution list registration, contact us, and other features capturing critical data such as neighborhoods and contact information without requiring a Google login from users.

• Multimedia Content: Features embedded PDF documents, links to county comprehensive plans, and a dedicated events tab for upcoming meetings and rallies.

• Credit Card Processing and Payment Gateways: Incorporates secure processing, payment gateway and credit card settlement functions with our partners to support donations.

Google Workspace & Data Management

SaveSCC utilizes Google Workspace for Non-Profits as its primary operational platform for email, internal collaboration and evidence preservation.

Social Media & Community Outreach

To expand visibility beyond the core website, SaveSCC maintains an active presence across multiple social platforms, coordinated by the technology and communications teams.

• Facebook: The primary social channel for community engagement and real-time updates. The team is currently documenting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Facebook management within the Workspace.

• Hyper-Local Platforms: Use of Nextdoor and community-specific Facebook groups (e.g., Sun City Center Neighbors) to share urgent updates, such as TV media coverage or town hall announcements.

• Media Integration: Use of the website to host audio and video files from radio coverage (e.g., Sun Radio WSCQ 96.3 FM) and video content (e.g. meetings, TV coverage).

Artificial Intelligence Integration

SaveSCC proactively incorporates AI technology in our work to enhance productivity and organizational efficiency.

• Automated Documentation: Utilization of AI-driven tools (e.g., Gemini) to generate comprehensive meeting notes, summaries, and suggested next steps from recorded sessions.

• Workflow Optimization: AI assists in structuring tasks and organizing the “Action Item” lists to ensure follow-through on complex project tasks.

• Accessibility: Leveraging AI features for screen reader support and conversation history to improve accessibility for all team members

• Research: Actively evaluating  and expanding use of AI tools in conducting our day-to-day work using multiple platforms and tools including Gemini, ChatGPT and others.

Future Technology Goals

The technology team remains focused on expanding the ecosystem’s capabilities to better serve the community.

• Expanding Outreach: Actively looking for ways to broaden communications with supporters and the general public through new digital platforms.

• Infrastructure Formalization: Moving from manual “brute force” email methods to sophisticated automated systems to prevent being flagged as spam and to ensure reliable delivery to the growing membership base.

• Resource Centralization: Continuing to migrate interim personal local repositories into a permanent, structured Google Workspace environment for long-term collaboration, evidence preservation, management and analysis.

• Evidence Digitization: Implementing scanning, image processing, and character recognition tools to streamline the loading of physical evidence into our central data repository.

Join the Workgroup: Specific Roles Needed

We are looking for residents from both Sun City Center and Kings Point with professional backgrounds and strong skills in the following areas to join our core technology team:

• WordPress Developers: Web developers or designers familiar with WordPress architecture, plugin management, and API integrations. You will help maintain SaveSCC.org, manage third-party widgets, and ensure our site remains a reliable, user-friendly hub for community engagement.

• Google Workspace Administrators: Tech-savvy individuals with experience in Google Workspace administration. You will manage user accounts, oversee the Master Repository (Shared Drives), manage email distribution lists, and help establish standard procedures for file organization and security.

• Facebook & Social Media Managers: Communicators comfortable with social media platforms, particularly Facebook. You will help maintain our community pages, document management processes, and potentially expand our reach to other platforms to keep the public informed and engaged.

• AI Experts: Enthusiasts with experience in AI tools who will help identify, test, and implement new AI-driven solutions to optimize our workflows, automate documentation, and improve overall productivity.

• Technical Writers: Skilled writers to create clear, concise documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and user guides for our technology infrastructure and processes, ensuring our tools are easy to use.

• Trainers: Experienced educators who will help onboard new team members and provide training on our Google Workspace environment, AI tools, and internal processes to ensure consistency and efficiency across the organization.

• Digital Evidence and Archival Curation:We are seeking skilled technical professionals, archivists, librarians, and data specialists to volunteer their expertise for our evidence analysis pipeline. Standardize data collection protocols so all ingested materials are identical regarding file formats, image resolution, naming conventions, and metadata structures.

How to Apply / Next Steps

If you have the skills, the professional background, and the time and dedication to fight for our neighborhood’s future, please step forward. We need you!

• How to Sign Up: Please email your name, contact information, and your area of expertise/professional background to getinvolved@savescc.org (preferred) or call Ellie Anderson at 312-282-7337.

• Technology Workgroup EMeetings:  Fridays, 8:30 am – 10:00 am via Google Meet

Be sure to share Call Out with your friends and neighbors as they might be just the perfect fit and candidate.

We need you and look forward to hearing from you.

As with all our communications, we really appreciate when you share the information with your neighbors, HOA or COA comparadies, your friends and clubmates. Promoting the cause and sharing vital information is key to keeping everyone informed and engaged.

Of course, it is best if they sign up to receive our email blast directly. Perhaps you can help them with that.

Here’s wishing you all the best and hoping to see you at our inaugural Save SCC Monthly 2nd Saturday!

Best regards,

Ellie Anderson

President

Save Save Sun City

312-282-7337