To clear some of the air regarding the POA. I am familiar with the inter workings of the POA and to clarify the accusation that it is in anyway committed to a specific party
or organization is just plain wrong. If an official(s) is/are directing an action that is not in the best interest in the residents of The Villages then of course it will be addressed but not with intent of supporting a party/group but rather challenging the act that would have a negative impact for the residents. There have been a number of missteps by some that control the directions of the Villages. Did they go to "0" base budgeting, no. That may have helped them to remove some of the contamination in their spending. To accuse members of the Board of the POA of violating the original intent of the Organization would indicate a basic lack of understanding its historical and fundamental mission. I am not a current Board Member of the POA but make it my objective to understand their mission and results. I would be the first to say that in some instances I may not be in favor of a particular action allegedly supported by the POA, (e.g. not pressing hard enough for reflectors on all cart paths to help night driving, etc) but because of one or 2 opinions it would not justify missing the more serious questions being addressed by the POA and it's board!! We are lucky this Organization exists and truly adds a check and balance for the Residence. With a $10 a year fee it is the best buy in The Villages. Also, no one to my knowledge is turned down at the door to attend monthly meetings or to raise questions.You can always catch up with the paper
that is sent to each home in the Villages on a monthly basis!
