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Originally Posted by Bryan
Tis that season - when Snowbirds return to TV. Accidents (along with lots of other types of crimes) will go up - comes with the territory and with (as far as accidents goes) being a little unfamiliar with the roads. People from "up North" are not used to sharing the road with golf carts, they are also not used to driving their own golf carts.
Nothing we can do except exercise more care.
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Hmmm, what other types of crime go up when the Snowbirds arrive?
I know I'm probably overly sensitive on the topic, being a Seasonal Resident from "up North" and all. I understand that Bryan's post was well intentioned.
But at this time of the year, I hear a lot of people complaining about the return of those darn Snowbirds. As if people who leave for the summer don't have a right to occupy their homes during the winter.
It is true that some of the "Snowbirds" are Visitors who may be visiting The Villages for the first time. They're usually the people you see trying to drive vehicles on golf cart paths.
However many of the "Snowbirds" who are returning to TV are Seasonal Residents from "up North", NOT visitors. There is a huge difference. Seasonal Residents are familiar with the roads, and are used to sharing the roads with golf carts. They know how to navigate roundabouts (about as well as full-time residents). They pay taxes and amenities all year long whether they're in residence or not. They care passionately about the safety and beauty and well being of The Villages.
I'm climbing off my soapbox now.