The Villages are not restricted access. The Gates, however, are a deterrant. Just the fact that a outsider has to interact with someone to gain entry and there are cameras are enough. The point about the slowing of traffic at cart crossings is also a good one.
All-in-all I believe the gates are well-worth the money we pay for them and do deter crime and other unsavory entry to our communities. Nothing will completely prevent crime - not even restricted entry.
Overall, the Villages is a safe and secure community and the gates help keep it that way.
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