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Old 10-30-2013, 10:17 AM
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Originally Posted by SoccerCoach View Post
All gates operate with the button. Why the distinction, why the card? Attendants would be for information and emergency vehicle traffic. I guess using the card slows traffic and gives cart traffic a chance.
I think it originally was going to be a true "gated" community, but then changed because road maintenance would have had to be paid for by the residents, not the counties. I could be wrong. I'm sure someone will correct.

I like the card because I don't have to get so close to the post to push the button. You can wave the card from farther away. Saves wear and tear on my side-view mirror!