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I am surprised by responses referring to “your outrage”. My post did was not intended to convey any outrage. I simply asked question. I appreciate those folks who responded with respectful and constructive comments. Based on those comments and many other unhelpful comments I want to provide some additional context and clarification.

My post did not mention the “developer”

I am opposed frivolous law suits. I have never filed a lawsuit.

I agree the Villages works hard to provide a safe environment for us to play in.

I agree it’s not the villages’ responsibility to protect us from our own stupid actions.

I appreciate the rare humorous comment such as “Everyone must sign one to come into my house.”

The responses included divergent viewpoints. Some responses said these broad releases are enforceable, whereas other posters provide precedent where they were upheld. One poster said “Florida Supreme Court has ruled broad waivers are legal.” whereas another said “…I'm confident that a competent personal injury lawyer would make a good legal case to hold the Villages responsible”

I too have signed many waivers over the years. My concern is not with signing an appropriate waiver. My only concern with this waiver is the part that says the district government cannot be held responsible even if it is their fault, i.e. caused by their “negligence, action or inaction.”

I clarify my question as follows: Is it appropriate for the District government to require residents to sign a broad release of liability for serious injury due to the negligence, action or inaction of the district government?