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To Our Community,

The CDD has recently launched a program to trap and remove wild hogs from CDD property within our community. This initiative focuses on the safe trapping, removal, and proper disposal of these animals.

Feral hogs have lived in Florida for hundreds of years, and while complete eradication isn’t possible, both the State and all 67 counties use various methods to manage their populations. These hogs typically travel alone or in small family groups and feed on plants and small animals. They root through the soil with their broad snouts—this is why you may see damage in grassy areas, where they search for food like grubs.

One effective way to discourage hog activity is by treating lawns to eliminate grubs, removing a major food source. The golf course has successfully implemented this method, and as a result, the hogs tend to avoid it. We’ve asked the Master HOA to begin a similar treatment program in common areas and encourage homeowners to do the same. The CDD is currently waiting on a response from the HOA regarding their participation.

As a reminder, our community is surrounded by conservation areas owned by the CDD, Charlotte County, and the State. The hogs roam these areas in search of food. Both the CDD and Charlotte County are using trapping and removal as the safest and most effective way to manage the hog population. We are working toward a coordinated effort across these conservation lands to help control the issue long-term.

There are currently six traps placed throughout the community, including large pen-style traps that can capture multiple hogs at once. As of last week, at least nine hogs have been removed—including three females. This past weekend, our trapper also began using dogs to help drive the hogs into the traps.

The CDD is currently investing $4,000 per month in removal efforts. As we continue to explore additional strategies, we will keep the community informed.

Thank you for your attention and cooperation.

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Heritage Landing (Tern Bay CDD) , is a gated luxury resort style community being developed by Lennar Homes in Punta Gorda, Florida, situated on the west side of Burnt Store Road just five miles south of US 41, in close proximity to Charlotte Harbor and Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park.  Heritage Landing is a Golf and County Club.  The luxury resort style amenities for this community will be like nothing else seen in Punta Gorda.  Residents will enjoy a stunning resort style pool featuring gradual entry and lap lanes, a total of three restaurants including an outdoor pool cafe, two full service bars, tennis, pickleball, bocce ball, guard gated entry, fitness center, aerobics room, full service spa offering nails and massage and more. 

The Tern Bay Community Development District (the “District”) was created and chartered by law and established on the property by the Florida Land and Water Adjudicatory Commission (herein “FLWAC”), Chapter 42VV-1, effective September 15, 2004. The District encompasses a total of approximately 1,778.78 acres +/-.  FLWAC consists of the Administration Commission (Governor and members of the Cabinet).  FLWAC was created pursuant to section 380.07, Florida Statutes, and is charged with implementing numerous statutory responsibilities, including the establishment of a community development district, that is 2,500 acres or more in size.  At the time of formation of the District, the threshold was 1,000 acres or more. 

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The Four (4) Bridges within the District will be under going maintenance beginning March 31, 2025 and are scheduled to be completed by May 14, 2025.  The District appreciates your cooperation and understanding during our maintenance program. The District’s program to being the operation and maintenance of infrastructure will be more fully developed over the next year, and we look forward to our continuing efforts to provide these services to our residents.

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The Tern Bay Community Development District has a Board of Supervisors seat open for appointment, due to a resignation, as of February 11, 2025. The seat currently has a four (4) year term, expiring in November 2026. The Board of Supervisors will appoint an individual to fill this open seat. 

To be a Board Member, the individual must meet the following criteria:

  •      Citizen of the United States
  •      Resident of the State of Florida
  •      Qualified Elector who is not a convicted felon and who has not had their voting rights removed.  

    The District is an independent special purpose unit of local government and is governed by a five member Board of Supervisors, all of which are residents within the District.

    If interested please send a resume or statement of interest to Jim Ward at jimward@jpwardassociates.com 

    Board of Supervisors Meetings

    Board meetings are subject to change or cancellation, so please check with the office of the District Manager for updates. 

    A copy of the meeting agenda can be obtained on the District's website at least 7 days in advance. A copy may also be obtained by contacting the District Manager's office.

    You can view the meeting information and schedule by clicking on the following Board Meeting Information.