Updated April 11, 2026 4:30 PM
Protecting Pine Ridge
Last update 5/05/26 2:08 PM
Protecting Pine Ridge Through Smart Negotiations
What Are the Settlement Agreements? Pine Ridge currently has legally binding settlement agreements affecting two neighboring properties: Amber Ridge West (ARW) — located south of Pine Ridge along Ranger Black Diamond Reserve (BDR) — located east of Pine Ridge These agreements were created to protect Pine Ridge residents from adverse development and are included in the Special Warranty Deeds tied to those properties. Current protections include: • one home per acre density restrictions • deed restrictions similar to Pine Ridge • annual POA payments from BDR to Pine Ridge These agreements help ensure neighboring development remains compatible with Pine Ridge
Why These Agreements Matter These agreements create valuable protections for Pine Ridge residents. The developer has publicly acknowledged that these agreements exist and has publicly stated that negotiations with Pine Ridge would be required to modify them. These agreements create important negotiating leverage that Pine Ridge should use responsibly. Walking away from these protections could weaken Pine Ridge’s position.
What the Developer Offered The developer publicly offered Pine Ridge a buyout of the settlement agreements. In exchange, Pine Ridge would surrender certain protections and agree not to challenge future development plans involving ARW and BDR. The proposal also included a potential path that could preserve the golf course property. This proposal was publicly discussed with Pine Ridge residents and the POA Board.
Why Pine Ridge Hired Professional Representation Because of the complexity of these negotiations, Pine Ridge secured experienced professional representation. The negotiator agreed to work on a contingency basis. The community has already invested in this representation. Walking away now could waste that investment before Pine Ridge realizes any return.
What Successful Negotiations Could Achieve Proper negotiations could potentially secure: • larger setbacks than county requirements • stronger site and sound buffers • no unwanted access into Pine Ridge • protection for bordering homeowners • financial compensation • potential private investment to restore the golf course and country club These opportunities could provide long-term value to Pine Ridge.
What Happens If We Walk Away Walking away could result in: • loss of negotiating leverage • loss of development protections • wasted investment in professional representation • loss of potential financial benefits • loss of potential golf course opportunities These decisions could impact Pine Ridge for decades.
Why This Election Matters This election will help determine whether Pine Ridge continues protecting these opportunities. Bob Farmer, John Hyde, and Diane South believe Pine Ridge should continue pursuing the best possible outcome for all residents.
The Bottom Line Pine Ridge residents have already invested in: • their homes • the Master Plan • settlement protections • professional representation Walking away now could mean losing those investments. Protect the investment. Protect the Master Plan. Protect Pine Ridge.
The Developers Candidates Said they would cancel the negotiation contract and believe that the developer owns the land and should be able to do whatever he wants.
Bob Farmer, John Hyde and Diane South understand what is at stake, they understand the issues and are willing to protect Pine Ridge Master Plan and Settlement Agreements. Do we want the Developers Candidates running Pine Ridge? Please Vote!
