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The POA Bulletin
The Property Owners’ Association of The Villages
Issue 37.07 Champions of Residents’ Rights Since 1975 July, 2011
cart bridge and the buildings around there is
Questionsin& Answers
About Life The Villages
terrible. Is there anything we can do for
some temporary hidden cameras. R: First of
all, they caught the first group. Community
Watch and Lady Lake police were both inte-
(Continued on page 2)
If you have never been to a POA meeting, closed. According to District Manager Janet
you may not be aware that at each meeting
we conduct an open forum for thirty minutes
during which time audience members can
Tutt, there has been no contact between the
developer and the district government re-
garding any transfer of this facility, so there
Gate
ask any questions or make any comments
they wish. As resources, in addition to the
POA Board, Janet Tutt, Villages Community
are no plans on the part of the District to turn
it into a recreation center. The AAC would
have the final say regarding any inclusion of
Security
Development District Manager, and Richard this facility into the VCCDD recreational Then & Now
Lambrecht, Amenity Authority Committee amenity system. (You may recall similar It was stated in two articles in the June,
member and former Chair, are present to pro- situations with the Chula Vista and Silver 2011, VHA‟s Villages Voice that local law
vide the responses. Questions and responses Lake buildings - the developer paid to reno- enforcement agencies agree that additional
(R) from recent meetings which we believe vate them into more “recreation friendly” surveillance with improved video is a good
will be of interest to residents are as follows: facilities and then donated them to the dis- thing and that they are also in agreement that
Developer Related: trict.) strategically placed manned gates, as in
1) I am very disappointed in the condi- 4) What is the construction on CR466 The Villages, provide one of the highest lev-
tions, especially the crumbling cart paths, East of Morse Boulevard and across from els of deterrence possible against unwanted
uneven tee boxes (especially the forward Santa Fe Shopping Center? R: There will be “visitors”. The POA has also been advised
tees) and lack of replacement landscaping at approximately 390 new homes built by The by others that signs throughout the commu-
the championship courses north of CR466. Villages. They will be in CDD 9. nity that state, “THIS IS A VIDEO MONI-
Is this an omen of what we can expect in the District Related: TORED COMMUNITY” also serve as one
future for all of our championship courses as 1) Can I pay off my infrastructure bond of the highest levels of deterrence.
they age? R: We have heard a number of anytime, and, if so, where would I do it? R: In order to maintain the integrity of the
residents express similar concerns. Our ad- A homeowner can pay off the bond on his/ strategic placement of the gates in the origi-
vice is to address this issue with the club pro- her property anytime at the District Customer nal Villages Development of Regional Im-
fessional at the course and point out specific Service office on Wedgewood Lane. pact presentation (DRI), they must be con-
areas that need to be refurbished. If enough 2) I know nothing is cheap, including tinually monitored so as to be modified if
of us complain, we might see some action. hidden cameras, but the graffiti on the golf factors establishing their position change.
Remember, it often takes a wheel to squeak For example, at the time the District 3 DRI
July 19, 2011
before it will get oiled. was approved, the roads behind the gates
POA GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
2) I live near the water treatment plant on Third Tuesday of the Month – 7:00 PM were not open to the public. Without a resi-
Buena Vista and at times it is emitting a bad Laurel Manor Recreation Center dent gate card, a visitor had to enter CDD3
odor. Is anyone working on this? R: Yes, through the manned gate at Glenbrook. That
testing has been done and upon receipt of the Cancer Therapy Series - Part II being the case, the Belle Aire, Polo Ridge,
test data, the manufacturer has agreed to pro- Dr. Norman Anderson Southern Trace, Summerchase and Summer-
vide the recommended resolution regarding Robert Boissoneault Oncology Institute field gates were all unmanned and no one
the odor issue. Radiation Oncology - 2011 and Beyond could enter without a resident gate pass.
3) Is the El Santiago Restaurant going to Presentation followed by However, due to an edict by the Sumter
be turned into a recreation center, and if so, Question & Answer Session County Board of Commissioners which
who would pay for the renovation? R: The COFFEE AND DONUTS stated that since the roads had been accepted
El Santiago restaurant building is owned by FOR ALL AFTER THE MEETING from The Villages developer by the County
the developer. It is true that the restaurant has ALL RESIDENTS WELCOME – COME AND JOIN US
(Continued on page 2)
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for recycling? R: Marion County will, we
Questions & Answers cannot speak for Lake or Sumter. Marion‟s POA Mission Statement
location is just off of CR 42 in Weirsdale - The Property Owners‟ Association of The
(Continued from page 1)
street address 13535 SE 164th Street - Hours: Villages is an independent organization de-
gral in finding the individuals and they are
M, W, Sat from 7AM-5PM and F, Sun from voted to our home ownership experience.
using cameras as they continue to monitor
9AM-7PM. They recycle both home and The Vision/Objective of the POA is to
the situation.
automobile batteries. (Telephone number to make The Villages an even better place in
3) Why is it that there is a big difference
confirm hours of operation before you travel which to live, where Residents‟ Rights are re-
in the performance of gate cards? I have
is 352-671-8465.) □ spected, and local governments are responsive
some friends that can hold their card up near to the needs and interests of residents.
their car window and the gate goes up, but I
have to reach out to about 3 inches from the Security Gates The POA serves Villagers through pro-
grams of education, research, analysis, repre-
sensor to operate the gate. Is there some de- (Continued from page 1)
sentation, advocacy, and legislative action.
terioration of the cards, or some performance for maintenance, they were now PUBLIC The POA also functions as a “watchdog”
standards, or can they be replaced? R: They organization overseeing the actions of our de-
roads and all entrances had to be open to the
can be replaced for a cost. Bring them to veloper and our local governments.
public – there could no longer be resident Specific POA attention is focused on hous-
District Customer Service and they can test only gates and said gates would need a but-
them, and determine if it is the gate or the ing, community, neighborhood, and local gov-
ton to allow “visitors” to push to lift the gate. ernment issues. Special emphasis is focused
card, as some gates are more sensitive. A single camera has been placed at each of on the Amenity Authority Committee (AAC),
4) What is the status of the repair of the the 5 unmanned gates in CDD3 to compen- our Community Development Districts
tunnel under CR 101? R: The District has sate for the loss of controlled access, but is (CDDs), the Florida Chapter 190 law that regu-
received the signed and sealed drawings from that sufficient? lates CDD operations, and our developer.
the engineer. They have been sent to Sumter Hopefully the recently AAC approved pi- The POA has no ties or obligations to the
County because the tunnel is under the Sum- lot study on the effectiveness of multiple gate developer of The Villages which might com-
ter County roadway and they must approve cameras will be helpful in determining if promise the POA position or its advocacy of
those signed and sealed plans and they have these gates, and others similarly situated Residents‟ Rights.
also been sent to the Engineer for CDD 3 be- The POA, founded in 1975, is the original
throughout the VCCDD, primarily in CDDs
cause the District wants their own structural homeowners‟ organization in The Villages.
3 and 4, need to be provided with additional Membership is open to all Villages residents. □
engineer to review the plans before they are security cameras in order to make their secu-
sent back to the manufacturer. It is going to rity service equitable with that being pro-
require a lowering of the pathway itself
(scooping out) because as they put the sleeve
vided South of CR 466.
In the other areas of the VCCDD where
The Villages Residents’
in, it will lower the ceiling and the District is
requiring that the same tunnel height be
there is an abundance of gate attendants, the Bill of Rights
AAC should evaluate the results of the pilot
maintained. What still needs to be worked RESIDENTS have RIGHTS to:
study to determine the most effective use of 1. Be treated in a respectful, fair, and respon-
out is the path connections to allow an even our amenity funds. It might be beneficial if
grade and slope. Hopefully, the contractor sive manner by the developer and our local
the AAC would ask Community Watch to government officials.
will be able to enter into an agreement and have the gate attendant at the one gate in the 2. Have decision-making authority for impor-
then it will all be presented to the CDD 3 study which is manned (Chatham) maintain a tant issues in our community.
Board for their approval in early July. It will daily log of all actions he/she performs other 3. Elect our top government officials and ap-
then take approximately six weeks for the than simply opening the gate. This could be prove appointments of the top administra-
construction of the tunnel. a simple chart with columns and blocks un- tive officials in our community.
General: der each were the time of day could simply 4. Approve major purchases of common
1) Do you know anyone here in the im- be recorded for such activities as: directions property and the related debt obligations
mediate area who will accept used batteries assumed by residents.
(Continued on page 3)
5. Have local governments that are free of
The POA Bulletin is published monthly by the Property any conflict-of-interest issues.
Owners’ Association of The Villages, Inc. Articles repre-
BABY BUNDLES ON THE GO 6. Be charged honest monthly amenity fees
sent the opinion of the POA or the writer, and Letters to
the Editor or Forum postings represent the opinions of
Renting all your baby needs that are used only for the stated purposes.
the writers. Care is taken to ensure that facts reported Fully Sanitized Quality Equipment 7. Receive full disclosure when purchasing a
herein are true and accurate to the best knowledge of the Cribs - Strollers - High Chairs home here in The Villages.
POA and are taken from reliable sources. The POA as- Car Seats and More 8. Receive an objective market appraisal for
sumes no liability for any information published, opinions
expressed, or delivery to any person or location. The Call Belinda major purchases of common property.
POA does not endorse or recommend the products or Villages Resident 9. Receive objective, unbiased, un-slanted
services of any advertiser or discount partner. All publi- news reporting from local news sources.
cation rights are reserved. Publication or reprinting of 352-406-4754 10. Be informed beforehand by the developer
any material contained herein is by written permission
only. www.babybundlesonthego.com on any major change in our community. □
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Security Gates POA Announces Monthly E-Mail
(Continued from page 2) Newsletter To Members
given; lost item turned in; forward report of
an accident; call in for a patrol car for suspi- We initiated our e-mail contact program in of the monthly speakers, as well as to inform
cious activity or person, etc.; and a footnote June, commencing with an announcement you of any matters that we believe you
could be placed beside the time entered if reminding members of the speaker and date should be aware of on a timelier basis than
further explanations and descriptions were of the June 21, 2011, POA membership what our monthly Bulletin can provide. For
needed and they could be provided on a meeting. If you are a POA member and have example, should the IRS Technical Advice
separate sheet. (It could really be helpful if provided us with an e-mail address and you Request decision be issued shortly after our
all gate attendants would be required to did not receive this Newsletter, please e-mail Bulletin is distributed, rather than have to
maintain such a log during the time period of your name, street address and e-mail address wait three or four weeks to provide you with
the pilot study.) to database@poa4us.org and we will correct our input on the finding, we will be able to
The second gate in the study is Del Mar it in the database. Chances are that it was send you our analysis by email immediately.
which is unmanned. This gate has experi- because the e-mail address was hand written Thank you to all who have responded to
enced a number of what appear to be pur- on the application and we made an error in our invitation to join the POA. We have a
poseful gate „crashes‟ by golf cart drivers reading it when we put it in the database. record number of members this year. If
who have not been able to be identified by Also, if you have a high level filter, the email you have not yet joined, and you appreciate
the single camera. The pilot study will pro- may be blocked so please add the following the efforts the POA is doing on your behalf,
vide us the knowledge of whether additional, address to your safe sender list: please join now – the membership applica-
higher quality, strategically placed cameras poa@poa4us.org. tion is below. □
will be able to identify the perpetrators so We will use the Newsletter to remind you
that they can be charged with either a misde-
meanor or felony (depending upon the cost
2011 MEMBERSHIP FORM
PROPERTY OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION OF THE VILLAGES
of repair), both of which carry potential jail
P. O. Box 1657, Lady Lake, FL 32158
time and fines.)
If the developer has discovered technol- PLEASE PRINT!
ogy advances for certain gate situations, then
the AAC should seriously consider incorpo- NUMBER OF PEOPLE IN HOUSEHOLD
rating these improvements, especially if they
provide enhanced security at reduced ex-
NAME(S) ___________________________________________________________________________
pense.
Clearly no one is suggesting that The Vil-
lages should remove the gated entries. While ADDRESS __________________________________________________________________________
a “manned” gate provides an onsite person to
open the gate and answer questions, “video CITY/STATE_______________________________ZIP CODE______________
monitored,” gates would have a button to
open the gate and utilize an existing phone VILLAGE________________________________________PHONE _________________________
line button to connect drivers with Commu-
nity Watch dispatch to provide assistance
and answer questions. E-MAIL ___________________________________________________________________________
The camera purchase and installation
costs provided by the Community Watch
staff at the June 8th AAC meeting indicated NEW RENEWAL DATE______________________________
that the enhanced cameras and associated
recording equipment could be placed at a ANNUAL DUES ($10.00 PER HOUSEHOLD): $___________________
typical manned gate for about $21,000. The
expectation is that the equipment will last EXTRA DONATION: $ ____________________
about five years with an annual maintenance
expense of less than $2,000 each. Please return this form with your membership dues (Checks payable to
While (1) there clearly are differences be- POA). Memberships run annually from Jan 1st to Dec 31st. Please include
tween the two approaches for gate security, a stamped, self-addressed envelope for return of your membership card by
(2) most likely additional expenses that have
mail. If not included, your card will be held at our monthly meetings for
not been covered here and (3) some gates
(Continued on page 4)
you to pick-up. Thank you for your continuing financial support.
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the ceiling several feet away from it to make
Gate Security SECO Provides sure that it was letting in light and not heat;
the ceiling differentials (walls which extend
(Continued from page 3)
that might need to be manned for other rea- Free Energy Audits above the base height of the walls in the
home vs. the base walls) to determine if you
sons (i.e. Morse North and South), the indica-
Sumter Electric Cooperative, Inc. gave a have adequate insulation to keep the walls at
tion is that the enhanced camera solution is
PowerPoint presentation at the May POA attic level the same temperature as those be-
dramatically less expensive and provides bet-
membership meeting. The presentation, low that height;
ter documentation of activity at the gates.
“SECO – Who We Are & Where We Get 3) Inspect the attic to make sure the insu-
(Apparently the enhanced camera coverage
Our Power” was very interesting and infor- lation is even and using the spot radiometer,
would cost about $6,000 per year per gate
mative. It briefly covered the beginning of check to see that there are no leaks in the
compared to the current manned gate setup
the Sumter Electric Cooperative and how and duct work. If a problem is determined they
which costs about $70,000 per year per 24/7
where SECO gets their power. will make a second free visit with an infra-
manned gate.) □
During the presentation we were advised red camera which they can use to identify the
of the following free services that SECO pro- location of the leaks and show you where
vides to its customers: insulation problems are located as identified
Energy audits in (2) above..
Infra-red analysis 4) Check the temperature of the air con-
High bill inquiries ditioning return and the temperature of the
Meter testing, and air coming in. The temperature coming in
Public speaking. must be sufficient to cool the home effi-
We were especially interested in the free ciently. There should be approximately 20
energy audit and infra-red analysis, so as a degrees difference between them.
follow-up we contacted SECO and arranged 5) Check the air conditioning unit in the
for an energy audit so we could provide you garage to make sure there was no leakage
with additional information. around the various openings.
This is what they do: 6) Suggested changing to a digital ther-
1) Check the exterior of the home for mostat if you are not using one. It will be
cracks in the caulking at the windows and cost efficient over a short period of time as
doors as well as the tightness of the weather the old aneroid ones have too much variance
stripping; and may be off as much as 2 degrees above
2) Inspect the home using a spot radi- or 2 degrees below your desired temperature
ometer which measures an object‟s tempera- setting.
ture. For example the solar tube opening vs. (Continued on page 5)
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• A Consent Agenda containing the ratifi-
SECO Energy Audit AAC Meeting cation of bid awards for the Chula Vista and
Mira Mesa golf course renovations, irrigation
(Continued from page 4)
7) Windows exposed to direct sunlight
Summary system renovations and bunker renovations
was approved. These renovations total ap-
should be double paned. If not, it was sug- June 8, 2011 proximately $350,000 and are expected to
gested that you have 3M window film placed keep these two courses closed for at least 90
Old Business Topics Included:
on them. (We were also advised that once
• Scott Wilder from Community Watch days this summer.
windows are in it takes a very long time to
provided the Committee with a “Gate Camera Reports Included:
have a change out to double panes make a • The District and legal counsel reviewed
Pilot Project” proposal. The proposal detailed
positive financial difference.) the revised facts for the Technical Advice
camera location layouts and associated costs.
8) We were given the ideal thermostat Memorandum (TAM) in mid-May and re-
The AAC accepted the pilot proposal for im-
settings for energy efficiency, which are as plied to the IRS on May 16th with “points
plementation at the Del Mar (unmanned) and
follows: 78 – 80 degrees in the summer and necessary to a proper and accurate presenta-
Chatham (manned) gates. Four cameras will
68 to 70 degrees or below in the winter. It tion of the facts.” On May 27, the IRS agent
be installed at Del Mar and seven cameras at
was noted that there can be an annual cost contacted the District‟s outside counsel and
the Chatham entry. These cameras will re-
savings of 6% to 8% for each degree higher agreed to the facts provided and a majority of
cord all activity both in front of and behind
you set the thermostat when cooling your the wording changes suggested. District Man-
the gates and on both the entry and exit sides.
home during the summer and a 3% to 5% ager Janet Tutt stated “Although some infor-
A status update will be provided in six
savings on your annual heating costs for each mation remains that the District does not feel
months.
degree lower you set your thermostat in the is relevant, the modified document is factu-
New Business Topics Included:
winter. When you‟re away for an extended ally accurate.” The TAM will now be sent to
• A Budget workshop will be held on June
period of time, set the thermostat up to 85 the IRS Chief Counsel.
22nd at the Laurel Manor District Office
degrees in summer and down to 55 degrees in
Board Room at 1:30. (Continued on page 6)
the winter.
We found this to be a beneficial service
and would recommend it. If you are inter-
ested in scheduling a free energy audit with
SECO, here are the numbers to call:
Sumter County – 352-793-3801 EXT 8019
Lake County – 352-357-5600
Marion County – 352-237-4107
NOTE: The energy audit is free, but if
they identify a problem for you, you are on
your own to get it repaired. □
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AAC Meeting
(Continued from page 5)
AAC Meeting, Cont. the vast majority of area residents who had
spoken on this issue and signed petitions
• District Counsel Archie Lowry stated he June 22, 2011 wanted the traffic light, and those voting
was not finished with his review of the amen- against the motion suggested that there
ity fee CPI increase process currently in place TRAFFIC SIGNAL AT THE might be better options (i.e. right turn only
for resales, as requested by the Committee. INTERSECTION OF CHULA VISTA when exiting with a U turn further West and
Mr. Lowry declined to provide a completion AVENUE AND CR 466 a left turn lane for those going East on CR
date for this contract review. 466 who wished to enter the gate), and that
On May 24, 2011, Lake County Depart- they did not believe the District should give
Audience Comments: ment of Public Works officially requested the
• The Committee deferred to Marion its property away.
District to assist them with providing a traffic They further stated that the traffic light
County on a resident request to change the signal at the intersection of Chula Vista Ave-
“exit only” gate on Langham Court (Forsyth was a Lake County decision and that the
nue and CR 466, by donating the easement AAC/VCCDD should not be involved in
Villas) at Mulberry Lane to allow two-way they needed for the installation of traffic sig-
traffic. The exit only gate was part of the de- making that decision, in light of the fact that
nal poles behind the entry walls on the Lake County has the power to take the land
velopment plan approved by Marion County VCCDD property. Ms. Tutt, District Man-
and would require the County‟s approval to needed for the placement of the poles by
ager, brought it to the AAC for their re- eminent domain, in which case they would
change the usage of this gate/roadway. sponse. At the „continued‟ AAC meeting on
The meeting was continued to June 22, have to pay the District the fair market price
June 22nd, the Committee decided as follows: of the land they acquired.
2011 at 1:30 p.m. to be held at the District The motion to grant the easement was
Office Board Room, 1894 Laurel Manor The AAC instructed Ms. Tutt to inform
made, and the vote was 3 (Weber, Lambrecht Lake County that the AAC would not grant
Drive in order to discuss a request from the and Wilcox) in favor and 3 (Moyer, Forrester
Lake County Board of County Commission- the easement, but that they would be open to
and Bell) against, so the motion failed. Those review other proposals should Lake County
ers regarding a traffic signal at the La Zamora in favor appeared to lean toward the fact that
entrance and CR 466. This item was tabled wish to submit them. □
from the June 8, 2011 meeting at the request ACTION JACKSON
of Lady Lake/Lake County AAC member Jo
Weber who was unable to attend the meeting. HANDYMAN (352-205-7977)
The June 22nd meeting will be followed by Quality Service - Dependability
the previously mentioned budget workshop. Lights - Fans - Shelving - Cabinets
Please visit www.districtgov.org website Attic stairs - Garage Opener
for the official minutes, agendas, and meeting Painting - Exterior Cleaning
schedule. Next AAC Meeting - Wednesday-
August 10th, 1:30PM at the Savannah Center FREE Estimate LIC & INS
(No July Meeting). □ Villages Resident LIC# 241393
$183.00* per year
* For appliances up to 10 years old. Offer extended through July 31, 2011
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day when admitted (2011 cost is $1132) and Chula Vista Recreation Center on the 1st and
Medigap/ Medicare covers the next 59 days. Days 61- 3rd Friday of each month from 3-5:50 p.m.
90 and life time reserve days 91-150 have co- (be there by 5:30) and at Lake Miona on the
Supplement Plan pays that the individual could be responsible 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month from 9-
for. The first day is determined by a “spell of 11:50 a.m. (be there by 11:30).
Not Accepted?? illness”, which means if a person is out of the
hospital or skilled nursing facility for 60 days
SHINE is here to serve you and answer
your Medicare and Insurance questions. Our
The POA has received a number of tele- or more, a new spell of illness starts and the services are free and it is our pleasure to help
phone calls and letters from residents who first day charge and co-pays start over. Medi- you.
have recently found that their Medigap/ care will still pay its share of the approved Betty Cunningham, Area Coordinator for
Supplement insurance is no longer accepted charges no matter which hospital or doctor Lake-Sumter Counties and The Villages
by The Villages or Leesburg Regional Hos- one uses. (Editor‟s Note: We spoke with representa-
pitals and that they must travel to Ocala in What can you do? You have several tives of The Villages Hospital and they ad-
order to be covered in their network required choices. (1) Stay with current plan and use vised that plans are constantly changing and
plan. We discussed this issue with Betty the required hospital. (2) Stay with current The Villages Hospital may be “In Network”
Cunningham, The Villages SHINE (Serving plan and go to the hospital of your choice and while “Leesburg Regional” may be “Out of
Health Insurance Needs of Elders) Coordina- you may have to pay the deductible towards Network” or vice versa, so always check
tor and she has provided us with the follow- the first day costs in the hospital. (3) Change with your insurer). □
ing information on what it means and what Medigap policies or companies by applying
you can do about it: for a new policy that is not a "Select" POA SPEAKERS AVAILABLE
SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs policy and will allow you to go to the hospi- for Villages Club Meetings
of Elders) volunteers have also received nu- tal of your choice. If you select this option, Contact Elaine Dreidame
merous inquiries about hospitals in the area you must apply for the new policy. Do not POA President at 753-5069
not accepting their Medigap Plan. The com- cancel your current plan until you have
mon problem is the individuals have a Medi- been approved for the new policy. Medigap
gap policy called "Medicare Select" (a Policies do not have an annual enrollment
Medigap policy that requires one to use spe- period. One can change anytime, but you are
cific hospitals and, in some cases, specific not guaranteed coverage except under certain
doctors to get full coverage, except in an circumstances.
emergency). The "select" plans can be cost See page 57 in your "Medicare and You
saving, but have restrictions which one must 2011" book for more information.
follow. If an individual uses a hospital out of For help, you can call the Elder Helpline 1
the network, except in an emergency, he/she -800-963-5337 or visit your SHINE volun-
may have to pay the deductible for the first teers at the sites in The Villages. We are at
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Please Help POA IRS Update Springdale Trail
If you see that the POA Bulletin is deliv- In the April POA Bulletin (see poa4us.org The Developer has contracted to complete
ered, but left on the driveway or the lawn of – use archived bulletins link) we advised that repairs and resealing of the Springdale
an unoccupied house, or where people are the IRS agent and the District‟s attorney Transportation Trail from SE 86th Belle
away for a few days, please be a good were in the process of negotiating an agreed Meade Circle to Buena Vista Boulevard.
neighbor and remove these from the drive- upon statement of facts on the issue of This work will commence on June 20, 2011
way or the lawn. Either dispose of these pa- whether or not the District meets the IRS re- and is estimated to be completed within ap-
pers or hold them for your neighbor's return. quirements to be classified as a political sub- proximately 120 days weather permitting.
So, please help us avoid these situations, or division within the meaning of section 1.103- This work will be completed in contiguous
contact us at delivery@poa4us.org or by 1 of the Income Tax Regulations. On June phases. As the project will require the pres-
phone, 352-259-3611, to stop distribution. 14th Janet Tutt, District Manager, announced ence and operation of heavy equipment, it is
Thanks in advance for your help on this. □ that the final version of the Request for in the best interest of everyone‟s safety that
Technical Advice has now been submitted to portions of the trail be closed to all traffic
IRS Chief Counsel and that the entire docu- (foot, bicycle, golf cart, etc.) as work is being
ment is now posted on the District web site. completed on each particular phase. Signs
(districtgov.org – first column on the left - and barricades will be placed indicating areas
Stop Smoking, Weight, Other Issues click on IRS Updates.) □ that are inaccessible.
Reasonable Rates This work will also impact the golf
June N. Steinbock, LCSW, CACH courses at Legacy Golf & Country Club, Bri-
State Licensed & Certified - Village Resident arwood & Walnut Grove Executive courses.
Commercial Property Management has been
working diligently with the Golf Pro in re-
gards to shifting course traffic and play as to
minimize any inconveniences. Should any-
one have any questions and or concerns,
please direct them to Tina Robbins with
Commercial Property Management – 352-
750-9455. □
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“crushable”, whatever that has to do with denly scrapped when rollovers proved to be
A Case For Seat Belts lifesaving. There is a mindset of some people mostly harmless with this new style of
Re: ―Golf Carts Can Kill‖ Article who believe that it‟s safer to be thrown from thinking, strapping the drivers to be attached
a moving vehicle than staying with it. It is the to the vehicle. This followed to passenger
The story regarding the dangers of golf culture of some manufacturers as well, who cars, and statistics and most people accept
carts is an appropriate reminder to every Vil- have fought against State and Federal regula- its value today.
lage resident. We live in an area that proba- tion of seat belts for many years. Without Some people will resist this line of think-
bly has the largest number of golf carts in acknowledgment of this being a safety issue, ing to golf carts because they don‟t usually
any community on the planet, and this mode it lessens their liability. This is the same rea- go at a high rate of speed. But I‟ve seen a
of transportation is one of the major attrac- son that car manufacturers resisted seat belts few cart accidents, and when struck by autos
tions of why we live here. Golf carts are an for many years, until it was studied and fi- or another cart from the side, they tip very
inexpensive and enjoyable perk to our life- nally mandated by government. easy. A head striking concrete is not a pleas-
style. But like anything that is fun, there are I applaud Chairman Carl Bell of the AAC ant site, especially when it‟s a child‟s. Hit a
certain risks inherent with that enjoyment. in pursuing more statistical information of curb with a cart, and see how quickly it can
As the article points out, we must not view past injuries and deaths resulting from golf flip or throw you out. People of any age do
these mobile attractions as toys, but as seri- carts within our community. These numbers not have the instant ability to react by hang-
ous machines that can sometimes run us into should not be withheld from Village residents ing on to a part of the vehicle as it throws
danger. Overall, they are usually safe and because they are not conducive to the warm them out. Folks, seat belts are for saving
harmless, but moving objects can sometimes and fuzzy strategy that the developer favors lives and serious injury.
get in the way of other moving or stationery in selling homes. All of the fatal and serious While I don‟t advocate more government
objects. accidents may not have resulted because of interference in our lives, I do advocate com-
I was not alarmed to read that possibly ten the lack of seat belts. But if something can be (Continued on page 10)
deaths have occurred from the use of golf learned from each of the past incidents, then
carts in The Villages within the past five our generation is not too old to be instrumen-
years. When I moved here about ten years tal in making the future of The Villages a
ago, I was quite surprised that many carts better place for our children to retire to.
were not equipped with seat belts. I was es- I spent a great deal of my life associated
pecially shocked when a few years later, a with the sport of open wheel auto racing, and
statement was made by a woman who recall how opinions varied greatly on the
headed up a safety body within The Villages value of seat belts. After many lives were
condemning the use of belts in carts. I recall lost, the racing bodies conceded that all race-
her statement saying something that they cars must be equipped with restraining de-
were not necessary, because golf carts are vices. The idiocy of the old thinking was sud-
Valid to 7/31/11
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Seat Belts Advantage Golf Cars Inc. - E-Z Golf
Cars - $50.00 each seat, installed $87.50. 352
ness in the pipe that eventually gives out. An-
other contractor said he thought the problem
(Continued from page 9) -347-2213 was that the contractor probably bought a 50
mon sense in saving lives. If you don‟t have Star Electric Car Outlet - $85 set of ft roll of copper pipe and soldered a 10 ft sec-
seat belts installed, consider doing it before two, installed $119. They will come to your tion on to make it long enough and the solder
more deaths and injuries prompt authorities house. Star golf cars only. 352-750-3246 is going bad.
to pass laws to make people protect them- It is costing residents between $600 and
selves. Jim Speckbrock The Life You Save May Be Your Own! □ $800 to reroute the copper piping in the attic.
Editor’s Note: In addition to considering In some cases, residents were told their con-
the use of seat belts in your golf cart (they
are required in all LSV‟s) when you are not
Underground denser went bad and they needed to replace
it. When it was replaced, it didn't work more
on the golf course, another safety item we
have read about often in our research is the
AC Copper Tubing than a few weeks since it was actually the
copper pipe that was bad. So they still had to
recommendation that children wear helmets Problems? reroute the pipe.
when riding in the golf carts (you wouldn‟t If the POA has not investigated this prob-
let them ride a bike or rollerblade without a HELP US HELP YOU!
lem, can it become an issue of concern? We
helmet) if they are not in a seat belt. As a Many of our neighbors in Lynnhaven and are having our freon line run up the back of
convenience for you, listed below are the friends elsewhere have had to replace their our villa to the cost of $599. We are the 16th
prices quoted to us at some of the area golf copper piping for freon in their air condition- villa in Southern Oaks to have to do this. In
cart dealers for the purchase and installation ers. Sun Kool is saying that, 1) poor copper addition, 4 years ago 12 villas had the freon
of golf cart LAP seat belts. piping was used, and 2) bending the copper line pulled and replaced through the concrete.
The Villages Golf Car - (Yamaha - and pipe to go underground is causing a weak- The Villages or SunKool or someone paid for
other brands if purchased used from Villages their replacement. I called SunKool and was
Golf Car) - $29.75 installed per seat belt, told they would do a 5 year warranty on the
plus $10.00 pick up and delivery charge. line but I would need to pay them $188 to
Phone # 352-751-6750 diagnose the problem which 2 other AC com-
Columbia Par-Car - $50.00 each seat, panies had done through my home warranty.
installed $125.00. 352-323-8006 I have talked with other villa owners who are
AdvantageGolfCars.com having similar AC problems outside of
Southern Oaks. The service guys say they are
PALM RIDGE PLAZA having the problem all over The Villages.
11962 CR 101, Ste 103
The Villages, FL The really sad thing is I think that they are
352-259-8566
(Continued on page 11)
Sales, Leasing, Rentals,
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WILDWOOD
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dents who have owned the property for 5
AC Copper Tubing will provide the parts and labor necessary to
replace the line set. If the underground cop- years and ONE DAY or more are being re-
(Continued from page 10)
per line set is replaced by the installers then quired to pay for the parts and labor to re-
still installing the AC this way in new villas. those customers will at this time have a fur- route the copper refrigerant lines. The aver-
I would appreciate any help the POA can ther 5 year replacement service on their re- age person would think that if you put refrig-
give the villa owners. This is like the vinyl placed line set counted from the date of re- erant lines in a conduit with limited access
siding problem. placement. This includes any customer that under a cement slab, it should last longer
Sue and Phil Peregrine may be outside of their 5 years of the original than 5 years. The homeowner should not
Editor’s Note: (We have also had inquir- closing on their home and may have to pay have to pay for the same AC line installation
ies from residents of other Villa neighbor- the installers to replace a failed line set. The twice: first with the purchase of the house,
hoods). original installer must perform all work for then again a few years later to replace the
The VHA has taken the leadership on this this 5 year offer to remain in effect." original installation.
issue and presented the following report in The POA applauds the VHA on its work While line set failures have occurred in
the May, 2011, edition of the „Villages on this issue thus far: their efforts to deter- many of the affected homes when they are
Voice‟: “The Village Homeowners Associa- mine the underlying cause of the AC refrig- only 2 or 3 years old, there are also many
tion working with The Villages Home War- erant line failures, and their achievement in others that are experiencing the same prob-
ranty Department and the three major HVAC obtaining a 5-year extended warranty for Vil- (Continued on page 12)
installers in The Villages (Sun Kool, Munn‟s lages homeowners. Our concerns, expressed
and Sun Shine) have reached a good faith by a number of affected residents, is that
agreement in dealing with refrigerant line set residents who had this problem before the
failures (principally in some Patio Villas VHA investigation and had paid to have the
south of 466). That agreement is as follows: repair were not reimbursed, and those resi-
"After December 9th 2010, any Villages
customer whose installation was done by the BECK’S APPLIANCE REPAIR
above mentioned installers will be provided Rick Beck—Technical Specialist
as a courtesy service a replacement of their QUALITY SERVICE AT A FAIR PRICE
underground copper line set if a failure oc-
curs for up to 5 years from their original clos- 352-245-3598
ing date of the home with The Villages. Also For Complete Satisfaction
at this time if it is determined that the under-
ground copper line set needs replacement at Find us on thevillagesguide.com for coupons
any time within 5 years from their original Click on Electronics and Appliances
closing date, installers as a courtesy service E-mail becksappliance@yahoo.com
Present coupon when ordering.
One coupon per visit. Good only at The
Villages IHOP. Not good combined with other
coupons/discounts. Expires 07/15/11
7/31/11
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AC UNDERGROUND AC Copper Tubing
REFRIGERANT LINE PROBLEMS (Continued from page 11)
lem well after the 5-year mark. There is a
If you have had a problem with your underground AC refrigerant lines, your participation is very high percentage of affected homes
appreciated. Please let us know about your experience. Contact Ray by e-mail at within some neighborhoods, and few or none
rym101@aol.com providing the information requested below, or fill in and mail this form-- in other areas. The cause of the problem has
Attn: AC Line Sets, POA, PO Box 1657, Lady Lake, FL 32158. (Attach additional pages if yet to be determined and the effectiveness of
needed.) various installation changes is still unknown.
We believe consideration should be given
to a longer time period for the extended war-
NAME(S) __________________________________________PHONE NO. ____________________
ranty and the warranty should include all
homes that have this problem, regardless of
ADDRESS ____________________________________________________________________________ whether they have continued with the origi-
nal installer for regular maintenance. We also
feel that the warranty coverage should be ret-
VILLAGE OR NEIGHBORHOOD _________________________________________________ roactive with a refund provided to those
homeowners who have already paid for re-
placement or rerouting of the refrigerant
HOME MODEL ____________________________ YEAR BUILT ____________ lines.
The increasing number of copper AC line
failures show that these are not isolated oc-
PURCHASED NEW?___________ If Pre-Owned, Year You Purchased_______________________ currences. Regardless of who is at fault in the
failure of the line sets: whether it is the cop-
(Continued on page 17)
NAME OF BUILDER (if known)_____________________________________________________
MAKE AND MODEL OF AC UNIT ________________________________________________
ORIGINAL AC INSTALLER _______________________________________________________
(sticker on the unit in your garage)
Brief description of underground AC refrigerant line problems you have encoun-
tered: _______________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
DATE PROBLEM IDENTIFIED? ________ DATE RESOLVED? _________
IF YES, HOW? _______________________________________________________
NAME OF COMPANY? _____________________________________________
COST OF REPLACE/REROUTE LINES? ______________
WAS OTHER WORK DONE ALSO? ____________________________________
IF SO, WHAT? _______________________________________________________
NAME OF COMPANY? _____________________________________________
THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP IN THIS EFFORT.
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prescription eyeglasses at the post office on Editor’s Note: Your suggestion that there be
24 Hr Central the historic side. But the saddest sight was a one place for lost and found items of value –
Lost & Found For young woman sobbing over a lost wallet.
She was visiting her parents and could not
(jewelry, wallets with non-village addresses
and/or telephone numbers, prescription
Valuables Needed board a plane home without her ID. There
was probably nothing in the wallet to indicate
glasses and medications, etc., vs. a golf club
head cover, hat/visor, shoe, etc.) has great
I‟ve lived in The Villages almost 15 years who she was visiting in The Villages. We merit. Rather than make it a responsibility of
and there is a project that I believe is needed desperately need this service - ONE ROOM the sales office, a better place might be to
here. There needs to be a Lost and Found – and it should be publicized. have it coordinated through Community
room in each of the sales offices. It‟s true Please talk this over , and thank you for the Watch which is available 24 hours. Residents
that things get returned if they are in or near wonderful work you do. Nell Mardell finding a valuable item could either give it to
a certain store or bank, and this is reported a gate attendant who could call it in, or if one
gleefully in the Daily Sun as an example of is not nearby, simply call Community Watch
how honest Villagers are. But what about and report what you found and how it can be
items that fall from moving golf carts? It is retrieved. That way, residents as well as
heartbreaking to see fat bunches of keys and guests who lose something of value would be
able to call Community Watch and determine
if their item had been found and where to re-
trieve it in a timely manner. In any event, we
hope the District will look into providing this
service. □
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such pet and shall be responsible to immedi- Please ask Ms. Tucker to check with their
Dogs On Leashes ately remove and dispose of any excrement lawyer and re-issue a statement based on the
of such pet and shall be responsible to keep legal interpretation of this covenant. If
Follow-Up such pet on a leash." Since the leash state- keeping dogs behind invisible fences is
Here's the exact wording of the deed re- ment is part of the sentence about dedicated found to be a violation of the covenant, she
striction for our property: "Birds, fish, dogs or reserved areas (streets, paths, mail pick- should also notify the companies that have
and cats shall be permitted, with a maximum ups, recreation facilities and so forth), EI- installed hundreds of these fences in The
of two (2) pets per Homesite. Each Owner THER dogs need to be kept on leash while in Villages.
shall be personally responsible for damage those dedicated or reserved (public) areas OR Thank you for your fine service.
caused to dedicated or reserved areas by any all pets need to be on leash at all times, in- Diana Mirkin
cluding in the house. Fish on leashes too. (Continued on page 15)
EXP. 7/31/11
EXP. 7/31/11
Suite 204
352-750-2800
Coupon
Required
Expires
July 31
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Dogs on Leashes that an underground electric device for dog
control is not a fence.
(Continued from page 14)
In regards to whether a dog may be kept
Editor’s Note: Ms. Tucker met with the in its own yard without a leash (with or with-
District Attorney and provided the POA with out such an underground electric device) is
the following response: an issue beyond the district‟s authorization
“It is important to note that the particular under Chapter 190, F.S. as it does not pertain
deed restriction Ms. Mirkin refers to regard- to „the use or appearance of real property‟.
ing pets, leashes and excrement is a restric- However, the residents subject to the deed
tion that the District boards are not author- restrictions (your neighbors) and the decla-
ized to adopt for District enforcement as it (Continued on page 16)
does not pertain to the use or appearance of
„real property.‟ That said, in regards to the
particular sentence in the deed restriction
Ms. Mirkin refers to, it appears it consists of
3 parts (i.e. 3 separate rules) as follows:
1) Each Owner shall be personally respon-
sible for any damage caused to dedicated
or reserved areas by any such pet;
2) Each owner shall be responsible to im-
mediately remove and dispose of any ex-
crement of such pet, and
3) Each owner shall be responsible to
keep such pet on a leash.
In regard to fences, the specific „fence‟
language found in the adopted deed restric-
tions vary from one unit to an-
other. Generally speaking fences are prohib-
ited. Fence is defined in the adopted Stan-
dards as including but not limited to “a verti-
cal structure or a dividing instrumentality.”
Until the appropriate District board de-
cides otherwise it is staff‟s current position
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NPH Follow-Up Dogs on Leashes
Allow me to express the gratitude of the (Continued from page 15)
many villagers who responded to my letter rant (the developer) have the authority to en-
about the dangers of NPH. It would take force all deed restrictions. “
pages to tell their stories, some happy, some Also, remember that Lake, Sumter and
sad, some tragic and some now better pre- Marion Counties each have „leash laws. For
pared to go forward with medical actions example, Marion County Code, Chapter 4,
which may improve, even save their lives. Section 10 reads as follows: “Animals must
Many were aware that publication of my be kept on a leash at all times when off of the
letter was not in keeping with standard policy owner‟s property.“ Refer to the actual sec-
of POA, but all were most appreciative that it tion for information on exceptions. □
was done.
Together, we may have improved or even
saved some lives today. Thank you from all
of us. Del Lasley
Sexual Offenders
It‟s that time of year when grandchildren will
Editor’s Note: Good luck to all of you. □ be visiting. We live in a safe community, but
like everywhere else, we still have sexual of-
Your POA wishes you a Safe fenders and predators living in our midst. Easily
check out their location, online http://
and Happy 4th of July! offender.fdle.state.fl.us/offender/homepage.do
and click on „Offender Search‟ – enter your ad-
dress/zip code to get the identity and street loca-
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probably a sticker on the unit in your ga-
AC Copper Tubing AC line failure problem in order to evaluate
the extent of occurrences and to see if any- rage), whether you are the first or subsequent
(Continued from page 12) thing further can be done about it. owner of the home, a brief description of the
per tubing, the design of the homes, the in- For the benefit of Villages homeowners, related AC problem you have encountered,
stallation of the systems or other building we hope to work in cooperation with the whether it has been resolved, and if so, how,
practices, it is definitely not the fault of the VHA members who have already put so at what cost, and by whom.
homeowners and they should not have to much time and effort into troubleshooting The POA will pursue this issue to the ex-
bear the cost of repairs. this problem. In that regard, we are request- (Continued on page 18)
Like automobiles that are assembled from ing information from residents who have ex-
parts made elsewhere, but ultimately carry- perienced this problem.
ing the manufacturer‟s brand, when wide- You can use the form printed on Page 12
spread failures occur, it is up to that manu- and mail it to
facturer to recall the product and correct the Attn: AC Line Sets
failure. With something as essential as air POA
conditioning in a Florida home, just as in an PO Box 1657,
automobile recall, our laws offer protec- Lady Lake, FL 32158
tion from defective products and installa- or you can contact Ray by e-mail at
tions. Regardless of whether it is the manu- rym101@aol.com.
facturer, supplier, sub-contractor, contractor Please include your name, address &
or seller/developer, jointly or severally, who phone number, your Village or neighbor-
is responsible for this defect, the innocent hood, the model of your home, the year built,
homeowner or purchaser should be made the age of your home when the problem oc-
whole. The problem should be fixed without curred, the make & model of your AC unit,
any cost to Villages homeowners and with- the name of the original AC installer (there‟s
out a warranty deadline or other require-
ments that exclude a large portion of the af-
fected homes from coverage.
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from residents who have encountered this
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AC Copper Tubing pertise to help their friends and neighbors.
A note to those of you who may be in Lightning Matters
touch with friends and neighbors who are By Len Hathaway
(Continued from page 17) Study Group on Lightning
away for the summer:
tent of our ability, but we need the coopera- Please remind them to read The Bulletin Over the last two years the Study Group
tion of residents who have had problems with online at poa4us.org and send us their infor- on Lightning has given our Power Point pres-
their underground AC refrigerant lines. mation if they have been affected by leaking entation, Lightning Tips for Villagers, nearly
If you have had a problem with your AC line sets. 50 times, to interested clubs and organiza-
underground lines, your participation is Homeowners that are away for long peri- tions in and around The Villages. This is a
appreciated. We would also appreciate the ods in the hot summer months should also be free, non-commercial, 45 minute program
help of any residents who are HVAC engi- aware of the potential for damage from heat that typically leads to 10-15 minutes of Q&A.
neers and would be willing to share their ex- and humidity if their air conditioning fails It was developed to combat the many
during their absence. □ myths and misinformation about lightning
with the science, research, and actual experi-
ence. It is presented as a community service
Genuine Sheepskins Prevent to help Villagers make informed decisions on
Rub Sores in Beds & Wheelchairs! personal and residential lightning risk.
We Make and Sell Coats, Hats, Vests, If your group or organization would bene-
Slippers, Seat Covers & More! fit from a presentation contact Len Hathaway
MADE IN THE USA at LHATHA@AOL.COM or Bob Freeman at
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www.sickafus.com Here is what you will learn:
What do I need to know about personal
lightning safety?
Do I need lightning rods for my home?
If so, how do I select a qualified installer,
and how much will it cost?
Do I need surge protection for my appli-
ances and sensitive electronic equipment like
computers, televisions, microwave ovens, etc?
If so, what type of equipment, where
CALLING ALL should it be located, and how do I procure the
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(Continued on page 19)
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Lightning Matters The POA Discount The Property Owners’ Association
P. O. Box 1657
What is the latest update on the suscepti-
bility of corrugated stainless steel tubing
Partner Program Lady Lake, FL 32158-1657
(CSST) gas pipe to lightning damage? The POA Discount Partner Program is a
continuing benefit for POA members. We Officers
What are nine myths about lightning that President Elaine Dreidame 753-5069
I need to have debunked? have many Discount Partners for you to Vice President Bill Garner 753-7494
Answers to your questions about light- choose from. Just show your current year Treasurer Jerry Ferlisi 391-5261
ning issues. POA Membership card when ordering the Secretary Carolyn Reichel 205-8199
This presentation is also being offered to product or service from the Partners. This
individuals through the Lifelong Learning month you will find their names and dis- Directors Frank Carr 751-4667
College. □ count offer on our website - poa4us.org □ Ken Copp 751-0086
Myron Henry 205-8849
Ron Husted 350-6384
Pat Layman 259-8397
Jerry Vicenti (908) 705-1857
POA Staff
Membership Pat Layman 259-8397
IT Tech Ken Copp 751-0086
Bulletin Editor Elaine Dreidame 753-5069
Advertising Richie Hausner 446-4186
Bulletin Layout Jackie Awtry 350-7491
Bulletin Delivery Shelley Pfaff 259-3611
Webmaster John Donahe 750-3093
Shine Betty Cunningham 259-0753
Environment Sue Michalson 259-1426
Hall of Fame Myron Henry 205-8849
POA e-mails poa4us@hotmail.com
Website www.poa4us.org
Bulletin Delivery Email: delivery@poa4us.org
Phone: Shelley Pfaff 259-3611
Advertisers POA telephone 352-753-5069
For Ad Rates and
More information, Contact:
Members of the
Richie Hausner
POA Advertising Independent Sales Rep. POA Hall of Fame
Villages Resident
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William Rich, Jr.
Glen Swindler
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2005 Sadie Woollard
2006 Charlie Harvey
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