Manager’s Messages

Westridge Earns National Firewise USA® Recognition

I am proud to share some exciting news for our community!

In August 2025, Westridge at Canyon Hills was officially recognized as a Firewise USA® Site by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). This achievement made Westridge one of the first homeowners associations in Riverside County to earn this prestigious national recognition—a milestone made possible through the partnership of our residents, Board of Directors, Fire Safety Committee, and our local fire professionals.

The Firewise USA® Recognition Program was launched by the National Fire Protection Association in 2002 to help neighborhoods work together to reduce wildfire risk through education, planning, and community action. Today, thousands of communities across the country participate in this voluntary program, helping make neighborhoods safer and more resilient in the face of wildfire.

Achieving Firewise recognition is about much more than earning a certificate. It represents our community’s ongoing commitment to wildfire preparedness by encouraging defensible space, reducing combustible vegetation, improving home ignition resistance, and educating residents on practical steps that can help protect lives and property. By working together to reduce wildfire hazards, we are helping create a safer, more resilient community for everyone who calls Westridge home.

There is also a financial benefit for homeowners. Under California’s Safer from Wildfires insurance regulations, admitted insurance companies are required to provide premium discounts for qualifying wildfire mitigation measures, including recognized community-level programs such as Firewise USA®. The amount of the discount varies by insurance carrier, so homeowners are encouraged to contact their insurance company and provide a copy of Westridge’s Firewise USA Recognition Certificate to ensure they receive any applicable savings.

For your convenience, a copy of Westridge’s Firewise USA Recognition Certificate is available on the Resident Portal. We encourage every homeowner to download a copy and submit it to their insurance carrier or agent to inquire about any available premium discounts.

While Firewise recognition is an accomplishment worth celebrating, it is also an ongoing commitment. Maintaining our recognition requires annual community participation, education, and continued wildfire mitigation efforts. Thanks to the dedication of our volunteers, Board of Directors, Fire Safety Committee, management team, and our community partners, Westridge has continued to maintain this important designation.

Thank you to everyone who has contributed their time, effort, and support in making this achievement possible. Together, we are helping protect our homes, strengthen our community, and ensure that Westridge at Canyon Hills remains a beautiful and resilient place to

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Westridge at Canyon Hills Upcoming Meeting

Hello Westridge Homeowners,

Dear Residents,

We would like to announce that the upcoming Board Meeting will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.

We look forward to your presence at the meeting.

Best regards,

Management

Important Back-to-School Safety Reminders: Drive Cautiously!

Dear Westridge at Canyon Hills Residents,

As we approach the start of a new school year, we want to take a moment to emphasize the importance of keeping our children safe as they return to school. With the school year beginning soon, many students will be walking to and from school, as well as to and from their bus stops.

In light of this, we are launching a media blitz across our Facebook page, other social media platforms, and in our newsletters to remind everyone about the importance of driving with extra caution during this busy time. We also encourage you to share this message with friends and family to help spread the word.

Here are a few key points to keep in mind:

  • Slow Down: Reduce your speed, especially in school zones and residential areas.
  • Watch for Pedestrians: Be vigilant for children crossing the street or walking near bus stops.
  • Obey Traffic Signals: Always follow traffic signals and signs and be patient at crosswalks.

Additionally, we will be mailing a letter to all households to further emphasize the importance of these safety measures. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring our children have a safe and successful start to their school year.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter and for helping us create a safe community for our students.

Best regards,

Management

Happy Earth Day!

One of our local kids, Laten Hinds, has partnered with Tony Patino, owner of Never Better Frozen Yogurt in Lake Elsinore, for a Kid’s Clean Up Westridge Day! Guillermo Altamirano with the Oscar Tortola Group heard about the event, he wanted to match Tony’s offer.

On April 23, 2023, all day, every parent who posts a photo of their child(ren) cleaning up Westridge to the FaceBook page or email Westridgecomnewsletter@gmail.com a photo to the social committee email will receive a coupon for 6 OZ of FREE FROZEN YOGURT! The coupons will be delivered to each child during the week of April 24th-29th.

Lets create a better community together!

Spring Newsletter and Social Events

The Westridge at Canyon Lakes Social Committee has sure been busy this year!

Please take a moment and check the owners portal for all the great events planned for the community! Garage sales, Easter events and more! Hats off to your hard working committee members for all they do!

Pet Owner Reminder

With all of the demands on your time, it is sometimes hard to focus on courtesies regarding pet ownership.  Unfortunately, it also creates more stress for your neighbors when they have to deal with nuisances such as barking dogs, loose dogs and cats and feces being left on their property or in the common area.  These are clearly the responsibility of the pet owner and abiding by the pet rules in the community will not only promote a better relationship amongst neighbors, but will protect the health and safety of the animals as well.  Remember to always have your pet on a leash and pick up any waste left behind.  Also, please do not allow your dogs to defecate or urinate on plants.  Pet waste damage to plants has been noticed throughout the community.  Plant replacements can be costly to the Association, meaning you, the homeowner. Please be a good neighbor – You can make a difference!

Temporary Manager Assigned

My name is Bonnie Atkinson and I have been recently appointed as the manager for your community until your assigned manager, Jennifer Sheehan, returns from leave. I have recently joined the Action Property Management team and have worked in the association management industry for over 20 years. I look forward to the opportunity to serve your community and work with your Board of Directors to continue to make your community a great place to live!

Please feel free to contact me regarding any questions or concerns at 800-400-2284 or via email to batkinson@actionlife.com.

REMINDER – Architectural Process

Dear Members,

We wanted to remind you that any Exterior Improvements to your home requires an architectural application to be reviewed and approved by the Associations Architectural Review Committee. Enclosed are the Architectural Guidelines and the Architectural Application required.

Please forward one complete set of the Architectural application (all applicable exhibits), your proposed plans and specifications, submittal fee, along with the following information (if applicable) to the Architectural Review Committee to constitute a complete application:

A) Detailed description of proposed improvements and/or landscaping.

B) Plan (top) view to an accurate scale of all improvements including those required by the Architectural Review Committee pursuant to the Architectural Standards. Show complete overall dimensions of proposed improvement.

C) Location of improvement as it relates to the home and all adjacent property lines, including set back dimensions, if any, including distance from adjacent Lot/Unit and property lines.

D) Description of plant material and all building materials and colors, including brand name and specification name and number, if any. Specify plant variety by common name for trees, shrubs and ground cover. Identify color scheme to be used.

E) Provide any additional appropriate construction details.

F) Provide construction schedule for improvements and/or landscaping.

G) Provide color photos of current condition of the rear, side yard and home. (Once work is completed you will be asked to provide color photos of all improvements to the rear and side yard with completed Notice of Completion form)

Please mail this information to Action Property Management at 1250 Corona Pointe Court, Ste 404, Corona, CA 92879.

**Please note the $125.00 Architectural Fee is a one time fee per home.

Pool/Spa Area Closure

Due to Covid-19 guidelines, the entire pool/spa area including the fire pit and BBQ grills will be off limits and unusable starting December 1, 2020 and will be re-opened again in the spring 2021 season.

Location

24300 Westridge
Lake Elsinore, CA 92532

Management Team

Community Manager
Aurora Collinsworth | acollinsworth@actionlife.com

Manager Assistant
Katie Schanz | kschanz@actionlife.com

Management Company

Action Property Management
www.actionlife.com
Regional Office
1250 Corona Pointe Ct, Suite 404
Corona, CA 92879
phone | (949) 450-0202

Corporate Office
320 Commerce, Suite 200
Irvine, CA 92602
phone | (949) 450-0202
fax | (949) 450-0303