Frequently Asked Questions

San Remo Shores is a residential neighborhood located in Bradenton, Florida, situated on the south side of Palma Sola Bay. It is a desirable waterfront community known as a boater's paradise, featuring canals with direct access to Palma Sola Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, offering homes with docks and Florida architectural styles.

The Association was organized in the 1960's (and remains today) as a not-for-profit corporation formed to promote community betterment, maintain the shared entrance and channel markers, and generally improve community involvement through social activities and volunteering opportunities.

Membership is open to all property owners within the San Remo Shores subdivision. Membership is requested and encouraged for every property. Membership may also be extended to non-property owners who reside long-term in the neighborhood (i.e. long-term renter) with board approval.

The Membership in good standing holds the exclusive right to vote in the Election of Officers. For all other corporate business, voting power is vested in the Officers or Executive Board, as outlined in the Charter.

The Officers are, and consist of the following four (4) positions with formal voting authority:

• President — Chief Executive Officer; presides over meetings. The President handles official digital and physical correspondence or may delegate these responsibilities.
• Vice President — Assumes the President's duties if absent; primary liaison for standing committees.
• Treasurer — Custodian of funds; maintains records and collects Board-approved dues and sponsorship funds.
• Secretary — Records meeting minutes and maintains official archives and digitized documents available to Members online.

Note: The Secretary and Treasurer may be one person. All Officers must be Members in good standing. All Officers shall be members of the Executive Board.

• Determine Dues — Vote upon and set the annual contribution amount for membership.
• Corporate Sponsorship — Seek and accept corporate sponsors to support activities and maintenance of the Association for the betterment of the community.
• Approve Budgets — Allocate funds for landscaping, waterways projects, social programming, and other projects which benefit the community.
• Issue Notices of Concern — Issue formal notices for issues impacting neighborhood harmony. These notices shall not carry any financial fine, penalty, or legal encumbrance. Notices may be issued to both members and non-members.

The Officers shall appoint Directors-at-Large to lead specific areas as needed by the Association to operate effectively. These individuals serve as advisors to the Officers and may chair a corresponding Standing Committee.

• Director of Membership — Oversees recruitment and member rosters, and maintains the master records for members.
• Director of Landscaping — Oversees maintenance of the entrance and common areas.
• Director of Waterways — Oversees channel maintenance and Private Aid to Navigation (PATON) compliance.
• Director of Community Engagement ("Social") — Oversees the coordination of neighborhood events and clubs to serve the community.
• Director of Technology ("Webmaster") — Oversees the technology-related assets of the Association, such as the website, cloud/file storage facilities, hardware, and software.

The Executive Board (aka Board of Directors) consists of the regularly elected Officers and the board-appointed Directors-at-Large. A minimum of three (3) Directors must be appointed at any given time to ensure a well-represented Executive Board exists.

To ensure the effective operation of the Association, the following Standing Committees are established to drive specific community topics.

• Landscaping Committee — Focused on the beautification and upkeep of the community entrance and common green spaces.
• Membership Committee — Focused on outreach to new and existing residents to encourage annual contributions and Association participation.
• Communications/Newsletter Committee — Responsible for the production of neighborhood updates, newsletters, and digital broadcasts.
• Waterway Committee — Assisting the Director of Waterways with channel monitoring and PATON maintenance.
• Safety/Neighborhood Watch Committee — Focused on promoting a safe environment through community awareness and liaison with local law enforcement.
• Technology Committee — Focused on upkeep and evolution of the technology assets of the Association, including website, software, and hardware.

Note: The Executive Board may eliminate the Standing Committees if a need does not exist in any given year.

Membership is voluntary, however requires the payment of dues annually. Dues become due and payable on January 1st of each fiscal year. Members who have not paid by March 1st of that year shall be deemed delinquent and Membership is terminated. Membership may be reinstated by payment of current fiscal year's dues in full at any time throughout the year.

While the Association works for the benefit of the entire community, the following benefits are specifically supported by and reserved for those who contribute their annual dues:

• Voter Representation — Members in good standing hold the right to influence neighborhood priorities by providing direct input and advisory participation to the Officers throughout the year.
• Common Area Maintenance — Regular maintenance of the community entrance ensures improved "curb appeal," which supports higher property values for all owners and a warm, welcoming gateway to the subdivision.
• Waterway Access & Safety — Dues directly fund the maintenance, permitting, and inspection of the Private Channel (PATONs), ensuring safe, navigable access to Palma Sola Bay.
• Social Connectivity — Members receive access to Association-sponsored social events, holiday parties, and neighborhood clubs which help strengthen the community as a whole.
• A Unified Voice — The Association provides a formal platform to interface with city and county officials regarding traffic, zoning, and safety issues.
• Community Communication — Members receive exclusive neighborhood updates, security alerts, and access to the neighborhood directory.

No. San Remo Shores Association is a voluntary, non-profit organization. There are no mandatory dues, assessments, or fees. Participation is entirely optional but strongly encouraged — the more homeowners who contribute, the more the Association can accomplish for the neighborhood.

The Association does not have restrictive bylaws or enforcement powers of any kind. San Remo Shores homeowners are not restricted by bylaws, and the Association is not an enforcement entity. The Association works in good faith toward projects that benefit homeowners, relying on voluntary participation and community spirit.

The Association is made up entirely of neighborhood volunteers. An elected Executive Board manages day-to-day operations, plans events, coordinates projects, and represents the community. All board members are San Remo Shores homeowners who donate their time.

There are many ways to get involved:

• Attend community meetings and events
• Volunteer for neighborhood projects and initiatives
• Run for a position on the Executive Board
• Share information with neighbors who may not be aware of the Association

Reach out to us at association@sanremoshores.org to learn more about volunteer opportunities.

Log into the member portal at PayHOA and update your contact information. Alternatively, submit the Join/Renew form on the website or send an email to the Director of Membership at hoamembership@sanremoshores.org requesting an update with the changes outlined.

A member directory is available online. Only members who elect to share their information in the Directory are listed. You may also contact an executive board member for requests that require our assistance with the community.

Yes, there are cameras installed at the entrance that capture incoming and outgoing traffic. Members may request a copy of a video segment for a police investigation. Requests should be made within 24 hours of the event; anything beyond this time period may have already been overwritten.

The cameras are not guaranteed to be functional at all times, and are not actively monitored. The cameras may, or may not, capture license plates as that depends on many variables.

To request a clip, please make a request in PayHOA under your account, or email association@sanremoshores.org.

Board meetings are held as needed and are coordinated by the current President.

Yes, members are welcome to attend all board meetings. Meetings are not always announced publicly, but you can join the notification list by emailing the President at hoapresident@sanremoshores.org.

Board meeting minutes are available to all members through the member portal at PayHOA.