Meet Your Board of Directors
Our new board members were appointed by DBPR and serve until September 2026:
Julia Cross
Director
Manages association affairs and oversees rules governing common areas. Her affinity for horticulture, plants, and foliage ensures the community maintains carefully planned landscaping with climate-appropriate plants that provide long-lasting investment and visual appeal.
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Requirements Satisfied
Initial 4-hour Course: 4.0/4.0 hrs
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Doris Gossett
Director
30+ year resident and former board member from the mid-90s. Manages association affairs with old-school values of respect and community. Envisions a fun, kind community with public meetings and family-friendly events.
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Requirements Satisfied
Initial 4-hour Course: 4.0/4.0 hrs
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Ryan Sakhleh
Vice President
Supervises association officers, agents, and employees while managing community affairs. Focused on ensuring proper governance and maintaining high standards for association operations.
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Requirements Satisfied
Initial 4-hour Course: 4.0/4.0 hrs
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Brenton Wright
Treasurer
Resident since 2016 with business management and project management background. Manages association affairs and brings experience coordinating large-scale projects while increasing transparency and homeowner participation.
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Requirements Satisfied
Initial 4-hour Course: 4.0/4.0 hrs
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Carlos Garcia
Secretary
Records votes and keeps minutes of all board and membership meetings. Maintains corporate records, serves meeting notices, and keeps current member records with addresses. Ensures proper documentation and communication.
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In Progress
Continuing Education: 1.0/4.0 hrs
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✅ Initial 4-hour Course Completed (2024)
Valid until 2029
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Avinash Ramotar
Director
23+ year resident of the community. Willing to stand up and fight for homeowner rights and transparency. Focused on ensuring proper governance and maintaining high standards for association operations.
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Requirements Satisfied
Initial 4-hour Course: 4.0/4.0 hrs
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Scott Davis
President
14-year resident and business owner with expertise in finance, risk management, and Florida Statute 720. Certified Pool Operator and recall leader. Oversees Dep't of Health pool compliance, technology systems, and community transparency initiatives. Has served on Architectual Review Board, as a Director, the Association Vice President, and now the Board of Directors has selected him to be President.
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In Progress
Continuing Education: 1.0/4.0 hrs
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✅ Additional 4-hour HOA+Condo
Completed 10/23/25
Valid until 2029
✅ Initial 4-hour Course Completed
Valid until 2029
✅ 16hrs + Exam
Certified Pool Operator
Valid until 2030
Nomination Committee
1 Director
2 Non-Directors
The nomination committee is responsible for submitting candidates for election or reelection during the annual meeting. If you're interested in being a candidate, click here and email the Nomination committee to share your interest in joining the board.
Call for Nominating Committee Volunteers — 2 Homeowner Members Needed
Bylaw Reference (Article VI, Section 2(A))
"A) Nomination. Nomination for election to the Board of Directors shall be made by Nominating Committee. Nominations may also be made from the floor at the annual meeting. The Nominating Committee shall consist of a Chairman, who shall be a member of the Board of Directors, and two or more members of the Association. The Nominating Committee shall be appointed by the Board of Directors prior to each annual meeting of the members to serve from the close of such annual meeting until the close of the next a annual meeting and such appointment shall be announced at each annual meeting. The Nominating Committee shall make as many nominations for election to the Board of Directors as necessary, but not less than the number of vacancies that are to be filled. Such nominations may be made from among eligible members of the Association. Nominations may be made in writing to the Nominating Committee no later than thirty (30) days prior to the annual meeting."
What We're Doing
We are forming the Nominating Committee: one Board member as Chair (likely Ryan Sakhleh) plus two non-board homeowner members. The committee will identify and submit nominees it believes would serve the community well as Board members when positions open or elections occur.
Who Can Volunteer
- Deeded homeowners in Surrey Ridge
- Not currently serving on the Board
- Willing to evaluate interested candidates impartially
Who Can Be Nominated
- Current Board members whose 1 year term is ending and may be considered for re-nomination
- Newly seated Board members who have only had few days on the board due to a recent appointment (Avinash Ramotar)
- Any deeded homeowner from the community interested in serving and throwing their name in the hat to be a candidate
Why It Matters
Our objective is to ensure a free and fair opportunity for all homeowners who feel compelled to serve. We want a transparent nomination path so the interests of all 145 homeowners are represented and no positions become effectively unchallengeable simply due to process confusion.
How to Volunteer
Email board@surreyridgehoa.org with subject "Nominating Committee Volunteer" and include:
- Name and property address
- Best contact (email/phone)
- Statement on why you'd like to serve
Next Steps
The New Board will appoint the Nomination Committee within days due to no such existing committee having been set up by prior board and was not following the bylaws.
