Today's Town Hall Meeting covered a variety of topics. Ron Herb briefly explained a new security system he has been researching that would include both gates on camera with a Brighthouse proposal for a community-wide Brighthouse cable connection that would significantly reduce the annual cost of a cable connection for each resident. There will also be designated TV channels for viewing the front gate, and another for current events in the Park.
There were concerns expressed for the snowbirds, and Ron explained that this topic would be brought up again in the winter months when more of the residents were present, and an official vote could be taken.
A few more Security issues were brought up that would only have us murmur under our breaths "We told you so!" It was Spring when we reported the bike thefts, now it appears some gas is being siphoned from cars ( at today's prices, that should be a Felony!). Some minor thefts within cars parked in carports are also at issue. Please call 911 and NOT a Board member to report your thefts. Once again, LOCK UP YOUR STUFF.
Other topics discussed included problems with the US Mail and our HORC address system, fire hydrant inspections ( according to Tom Meriwether are "pretty much on schedule"), and the condition of some of the park properties. This last item created some dialog about what "Should be" and what seems to be the norm. One sweet woman admitted that she received a letter from our management about too many bikes parked under her carport. Her solution? She removed them. Easy as pie!
There seems to be a reluctance of the Board to actually FINE a resident. Ron said today that in the past,warnings have sufficed, and there was never a need to impose a fine. He hopes to continue the Regency Cove history of dealing with residents on an intellectual level, never having to deal with imparting fines for breaking rules.
And then, that one resident who appears to take pride in challenging (breaking) rules was on the floor, admitting to the dog and bird in his home, and challenged the Board to deal with cats first. It should be noted here that the Emotional Support Animal bill died in committee in the Florida Legislature on May 9, 2007. It never even came up for a vote. This topic will be clarified at the Board Meeting on Saturday. There was some emotional dialogue on both sides of the issue, and because the topic continued after Ron closed it for discussion, the meeting was adjourned.
It was a very good meeting.
3 comments:
Yes, it was indeed a good meeting. It is healthy for adults to be able to speak their concerns and opinions freely without fear of being booed or hissed. We must respect each others opinions and remember not to make rude remarks or interrupt the speaker. We are not a Sunday School Class and don't need to sit with our hands in our laps. Free speech is an integral part of our American way of life. Let's honor that very special right. Let us continue these meetings as much good will come from them. I look forward to our park being like a family. We can accomplish this by being respectful and kind to each other.
AMEN Sister!
I agree with Ron's assessment that fines are not a good way to enforce park rules, but are there away other acceptable methods of enforcement? First, I think that there are far too many park rules and many should be repealed. Secondly, perhaps a Town Hall Committee should look into other methods of rule enforcement by consulting an attourney experienced in this area or enquiring what other similar parks do.
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