Gate controversy that appears to be brewing
Apparently some of the CDD’s are considering possible changes to the current gate system utilized in the Villages.
From what I understand, there are three options being discussed.
1) Keep as is
2) Eliminate gates
3) Keep the gates, but get rid of the attendants
Perhaps there are other options being considered that I’m not aware of?
Based on the three options listed I’m curious what option others favor?
Personally, I would favor keeping the gates, but getting rid of the gate attendants. I feel the gates are necessary to slow automobile traffic so golf carts can safely get through gated intersections. However, I don’t really see any benefit of having the attendants. In fact, I think having a gate attendant at the 466/Morse gate is a detriment. The attendant typically just holds the gates open waving cars through as fast as possible, alternating between the two gates, leaving no openings for golf carts. Without the attendant, automobiles would have to stop and either waive their gate card or push the little red button, leaving openings for golf carts to cross. I suppose the only time I could see the gate attendant as being helpful would be if the gate was temporarily broken, so they could hold up a stop sign to slow down automobiles not being constrained by a gate.
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