The existing gate entry system for River Watch continues to function , but the bar code scanner and keypad are both nearing the end of their reliable operational lifespan. As a board, we have reviewed several gate controller systems. We have voted on transitioning to the CellGate Watchman Gate Controller system. We anticipate that the new gate controller system will ‘go live’ mid-summer. Please do look for additional communications about this transition as we get closer to the implementation.

a. For those that have previously purchased the existing gate clickers (the ones that look like garage door openers), they will continue to work just fine with the new gate controller system. You do not need to do anything different with those clickers. If you wish to use gate clickers, rather than the new RFID devices, additional clickers are available for purchase, currently at $25 each.

b. We will not use bar code stickers after this implementation. Instead, there will be small RFID devices for vehicles. The RFID devices will open the inbound gate once the vehicle is in the applicable perimeter. As a board, we have decided to give each property owner up to two (2) of the new RFID devices. Any additional RFID devices will need to be purchased at $15 each. Please do look for additional communications, including installation directions, about these RFID devices as we get closer to the implementation. We will hold several sessions nearer implementation date, likely at the big park, or possibly the Riverview library, for homeowners to pick up their new RFID devices. Any clickers or RFID devices will need to be picked up at the McNeil Management office after implementation.

c. There will be a new key pad. The new key pad will contain a residential directory, just like the current one. As part of this transition, we will convert the existing keypad directory information for each property’s phone number and gate code. If you wish to refresh / replace your gate code and/or phone number, you can do this easily on the homeowner portal anytime. Instructions are on the next page. You can keep your previously defined gate code if you wish. As a reminder, the code is used to open the gate from the key pad. The only limitation with the gate codes is that no individual code can be used by more than one property. Like the current key pad directory, you can have the gate system call your land line or mobile phone – either works just fine. There is only one phone number allowed, however, per property.