Sawmill Lakes Homeowners Association

06/03/2026

Sawmill Lakes - Fishing Info!

Can I fish in the ponds in my Sawmill Lakes neighborhood?

Please review and remember to follow these important rules:

• There is NO PUBLIC FISHING in Sawmill Lakes!

• You can fish in the ponds from any common embankment or from the back of YOUR own home if you back up to a pond.

• You may NOT go behind other homes to fish without their permission, because that is private property from the owner's house up to the water line and even into the ponds for some owners.

• Residents may ask another neighbor or guest to leave their private property, and should report trespassing to the non emergency SJSO number if the person(s) do not leave as asked.

• Signs are posted within the community permit SJSO to issue trespassing citations for ANY PERSON who are trespassing on private property.

Please be sure to discuss this with your household, so that members of all ages of your family are aware and can avoid unwanted confrontation with others.

All neighbors should be able to enjoy the beauty and fun that the ponds in Sawmill Lakes offer, and we can do this best when everyone follows and respects the rules and each others personal property.

Thank you all for doing your part to make Sawmill Lakes a wonderful place live!

04/07/2026

See this info regarding curbside yard waste pickup.

03/01/2026

Flags are flying proud today 🇺🇸

02/23/2026

SPRING CLEANING HEAD START

Jacksonville is now starting to creep out of the winter season. Please take this opportunity to pay attention to your property and address any deferred home maintenance projects that may have potential to become compliance issues with the HOA if not resolved. Your attention to this is much appreciated!

These home maintenance projects may include but are not limited to:

ALL HOLIDAY DECOR should now be removed and stored away.

Remove dirt/mold/mildew from roofs, house, driveways, sidewalks, fences, and mailboxes.

Mailbox painted and in good condition (flag, pole, and box).

Lawns be properly maintained and should be mowed, edged, and free of weeds.

Trim your hanging trees that are near sidewalks and roads to the 14' FDOT height.

Keep toys and trash bins stored out of sight when not in use.

THANK YOU for your attention to this, and your effort in keeping your home and the community a BEAUTIFUL place to live!

02/21/2026

From the SML Board:

In light of the tragic death of a 12-year-old boy yesterday in St. Johns County involving a mini dirt bike and a motor vehicle, the Sawmill Lakes Board of Directors extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and all those affected. This incident serves as an important reminder to all residents to prioritize safety within our community.

Please remember to:
• Obey the posted community speed limit of 25 MPH
• Come to a complete stop at all stop signs
• Remain alert and watch carefully for pedestrians, cyclists, and children at play

We are also re-posting the Sawmill Lakes rules governing the operation of e-bikes and other Personal Motorized Devices (PMDs). We strongly encourage parents and guardians of minors who operate e-bikes or PMDs to review these rules carefully with their children. Ensuring that young riders understand and follow community guidelines is essential for their safety and for the safety of others.

Let us all work together to keep Sawmill Lakes a safe and caring community.

• E-bikes (of all classes), PMDs (such as electric scooters, hoverboards, and power assisted bicycles), and motorized off-highway recreational vehicles such as minibikes or pocket bikes ( miniature, motorized two-wheeled vehicle designed for recreational use and resembling a full-sized sport motorcycle) must comply with Florida state laws and regulations, including the wearing of protective helmets (under the age of 16) and displaying front and rear lights between dusk and dawn.
• NOTE: motorized off-highway recreational vehicles (that include minibikes or pocket bikes) are not permitted on any street or sidewalk in Sawmill Lakes.
• Bikes, e-bikes, and PMDs can be used under human power only within any portion of the Sawmill Lakes Park, including the parking lot, sidewalks, basketball court, and playing field.
• No bikes, e-bikes, or PMDs are permitted at any time inside the fenced limits of the pool area, playground, pickleball court, and on the covered clubhouse patios at the Sawmill Lakes Park.
• Bikes, e-bikes, and PMDs must not exceed 10 MPH on all sidewalks within Sawmill Lakes, and the entirety of Sawmill Lakes Park.
• Bikes, e-bikes, and PMDs must not exceed the posted 25 mph speed limit on all Sawmill Lakes streets.
• Bikes, e-bikes, and PMDs must always yield to pedestrians on sidewalks or crosswalks and give an audible signal before overtaking or passing.
• Bikes, e-bikes, and PMDs must operate with due care and in a careful and prudent manner at all times.
• Bikes, e-bikes, and PMDs shall not be operated in a manner that will cause damage or disturbance to any area, structure, or surface at Sawmill Lakes Park, any common area, or any residential property.
• Bikes, e-bikes, and PMDs shall not carry more riders or passengers than designated by the device’s operating manual or instructions as being proper and safe.
• Parents or guardians of minors violating these rules will be held financially accountable for any damage to community property.
• Parents of minors operating bikes, e-bikes, or PMDs within Sawmill Lakes are responsible for informing them of these rules.

Respectfully,

Your Sawmill Lakes HOA Board of Directors

12/17/2025

Good afternoon neighbors,

Please be mindful if you have a sidewalk that passes through your driveway to leave a space so that access and safe passage along the sidewalk is left open. Parking can be difficult with many cars and/or smaller driveways, but blocking the walkway places pedestrians, pets and owners, bicycles, etc. at risk as they must step off the sidewalk and into the road and traffic to continue on their path. This is an HOA policy, a SJC Ordinance, and a Florida Statute for this very reason. Holidays are more difficult to manage this as you may have more company and vehicles at your home, but please remain mindful, and help Sawmill Lakes to improve this issue and safety as we go into the 2026 year.

Thank you

Florida Statute: 316.1945 Stopping, standing, or parking prohibited in specified places.—(1) Except when necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic, or in compliance with law or the directions of a police officer or official traffic control device, no person shall:
(a) Stop, stand, or park a vehicle:
1. On the roadway side of any vehicle stopped or parked at the edge or curb of a street.
2. On a sidewalk.
3. Within an intersection.
4. On a crosswalk.
5. Between a safety zone and the adjacent curb or within 30 feet of points on the curb immediately opposite the ends of a safety zone, unless the Department of Transportation indicates a different length by signs or markings.

12/17/2025

10/14/2025

Seen in the neighborhood 😱💀