Resident incident involving MCSO - Evergreen Property Owners Association

Good Morning Residents,

As many of you may be aware, there was a recent investigation conducted by the Martin County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) involving one of our residents. The investigation has since been completed, and attached is the official statement released by the Martin County Sheriff’s Office:

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the Martin County Sheriff’s Office for their continued commitment to excellence in service and for protecting the residents of our community and surrounding areas.

In the coming weeks, the Board of Directors will be coordinating with MCSO to have representatives attend an upcoming Board meeting. This will provide an opportunity for residents to ask questions and receive additional information directly from law enforcement officials.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as this matter was thoroughly investigated. Thanks to the diligent efforts of MCSO, the individuals involved and the illicit products have been successfully removed from our community, ensuring a safer environment for all. You may read the Facebook post from MSCO here.

Thank you for your continued support.

Warm regards,

Tony Kretz

President, Evergreen POA

Golf Carts

Golf Carts in Evergreen:

Under Article VIII, Section 5 of the Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions of Evergreen, Golf Carts shall not be operated on the Common Areas by any unlicensed person or any person under the age of sixteen (16).

Under Article I Section 5 “Common Area” shall mean all the real property and improvements owned by the Association for the common use and the enjoyment of the Owners. The Common Area to be owned by the Association shall be such areas as shown on the Plats designated as Common Area.

After Hours Use of the Golf Course

Crane Watch Golf Course:

Please note that the golf course and the open land adjacent to Crane Watch are private property. Any unauthorized use of the grounds is trespassing and prohibited.

Lastly, as per our Bylaws and Covenants under Article 2 Section 2 subsection F. An Easement of 40ft. is hereby expressively reserved over the rear of all lots abutting fairways in the golf course for the use of the golf course. This easement is indicated as the Drainage, Safety, and Buffer Easement. Residents can read the current bylaws here.

If residents notice any suspicious activity or damage, please get in touch with the Martin County Sheriff’s non-emergency line and Dennis Zasoski at dzasoski@nullcranewatchclub.com.

C-23 Canal Easement

C-23 Canal Easement:

We would like to remind all residents that the easement along the C-23 Canal is not property owned or governed by the Evergreen Community and its Board of Directors. Therefore, neither the Board nor Coastal Property Management has the authority to issue violations related to its use.

The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) has received a high volume of calls regarding activity on the canal easement. To clarify, any concerns or reports of unauthorized or unsafe activity—such as ATV use—should be directed to the Martin County Sheriff’s Office, which has the proper jurisdiction. Residents are kindly asked not to contact SFWMD directly regarding these matters.

Appropriate use of the easement includes pedestrian walking, bicycling, e-bikes, or horseback. Golf carts are prohibited on C-23 Canal Property easement as well.