Received new Village survey, any suggestions?

[jebartle]

This place is almost perfect, can you help me with some suggestions on how to improve perfection?

[Avista]

Apple Store!

[sunnyatlast]

Last year, they didn't include a write-in section of suggestions/comments. I felt this was needed because some questions weren't asked.

The place is darn near perfect!

I agree.....Apple Store and Home Goods!!

[Will VDS]

We need signs at the pool area's telling some dog walkers to remember to pickup there dogs crap, it's the right thing to do.

[jebartle]

I LOVE Home Goods!



Last year, they didn't include a write-in section of suggestions/comments. I felt this was needed because some questions weren't asked.

The place is darn near perfect!

I agree.....Apple Store and Home Goods!!

[jebartle]

I have two "Please No Pet" signs and just added another one because one neighbor needed a new reminder!....:pray:



We need signs at the pool area's telling some dog walkers to remember to pickup there dogs crap, it's the right thing to do.

[Wiserbud47]

We could use a COSTCO and a Trader Joes. Then the Villages would be "perfect."

[blyarbrough]

Too heck with the stores, etc. The Villages is going to OVER BUILD this very nice place and most do not know it because you come from Big Cities........ Moreses will over build and the sell to someone else and we all will be left ho.ding the bag,,,,,, Wake Up People

!00,000 great folks and now we need 25,000 more.......their is no end to their greed.......STOP BUILDING......

[Yung Dum]

Ban stinky gas carts.

[Cisco Kid]

Ban the dog haters

[jebartle]

I don't think there are dog haters, I love my little dog, I think the issue is what comes out of their butt and where they deposit it!...Ha!:wave:




Ban the dog haters

[Bogie Shooter]

Too heck with the stores, etc. The Villages is going to OVER BUILD this very nice place and most do not know it because you come from Big Cities........ Moreses will over build and the sell to someone else and we all will be left ho.ding the bag,,,,,, Wake Up People

!00,000 great folks and now we need 25,000 more.......their is no end to their greed.......STOP BUILDING......

Are you sorry you bought here?

[rubicon]

I am not sorry I bought here but I am concerned that District's focus is misplaced. If you analyze the survey it amounts to "the state of the amenities". This is not a vacation destination its my home.

[Cisco Kid]

I don't think there are dog haters, I love my little dog, I think the issue is what comes out of their butt and where they deposit it!...Ha!:wave:

That issue has to do with the dogs owner. The same person will toss a beer bottle in to your yard.

Ban stupid people !!!

Wait , I might not get back in. :sigh:

[lovinganimals]

Too heck with the stores, etc. The Villages is going to OVER BUILD this very nice place and most do not know it because you come from Big Cities........ Moreses will over build and the sell to someone else and we all will be left ho.ding the bag,,,,,, Wake Up People

!00,000 great folks and now we need 25,000 more.......their is no end to their greed.......STOP BUILDING......

I agree. I moved here not quite 2 years ago. The first summer I could easily find a parking space at Publix Colony. Now I can't even find one with the golf cart. I told my husband that we moved to New York City.

[2BNTV]

1. I would like to see staggered street signs. Impossible to see side streets, especially, at night.

2, A policy enforce to keep people from saving seats at the squares, for invisible people.

3. A Trader Joe's and Home Goods store would be nice. Last time I was at the Trader Joe's in Gainesville, I asked if TV, would ever get one and the cashier said, he was asked that at least 42 times a day.

[JoMar]

Too heck with the stores, etc. The Villages is going to OVER BUILD this very nice place and most do not know it because you come from Big Cities........ Moreses will over build and the sell to someone else and we all will be left ho.ding the bag,,,,,, Wake Up People

!00,000 great folks and now we need 25,000 more.......their is no end to their greed.......STOP BUILDING......

Is the sky falling?

[asianthree]

Calm down the :rant-rave: people.

[kstew43]

we have a trader joes here in pembroke pines...florida...I have to tell you I dont get it......they sell items with names I do not recogonize, and a very limited supply of meats, prepackaged deli.....and lots of stuff I would never buy.

I perfer the old fashion italian markets we have, Doris's and western beef,

I only buy fruit from trader joes, I really just don't get the appeal they have to people.....

am I missing it?

on the plus side, we have 6 home goods stores within 15 miles of my home. Now that I get....big fan of Home goods

[asianthree]

we have a trader joes here in pembroke pines...florida...I have to tell you I dont get it......they sell items with names I do not recogonize, and a very limited supply of meats, prepackaged deli.....and lots of stuff I would never buy.

I perfer the old fashion italian markets we have, Doris's and western beef,

I only buy fruit from trader joes, I really just don't get the appeal they have to people.....

am I missing it?

on the plus side, we have 6 home goods stores within 15 miles of my home. Now that I get....big fan of Home goods

Kosher. Brined turkey during the holidays. No phosphate or nitrites. The brands are their own. Like groceries who use their own brands.

[Mleeja]

I am a person of simple means, I would just like free wireless access at the pools!

[mm1717]

Forget asking for all the stores and restaurants you would like to see here,I have been asking for all those for the last 11 years haven't seen one yet !!!

[sunnyatlast]

Too heck with the stores, etc. The Villages is going to OVER BUILD this very nice place and most do not know it because you come from Big Cities........ Moreses will over build and the sell to someone else and we all will be left ho.ding the bag,,,,,, Wake Up People

!00,000 great folks and now we need 25,000 more.......their is no end to their greed.......STOP BUILDING......

"their greed"? I think it is greedy to want to keep this beautiful place all to oneself and deny others a chance to live like a millionaire while paying middle-income prices for nice homes and property taxes, and only $140/month for all the costly amenities.

[gomoho]

I agree. I moved here not quite 2 years ago. The first summer I could easily find a parking space at Publix Colony. Now I can't even find one with the golf cart. I told my husband that we moved to New York City.

We lasted exactly 2 years to the day. Couldn't deal with the traffic and congestion and wall to wall people and houses. So we left!

[Mleeja]

We lasted exactly 2 years to the day. Couldn't deal with the traffic and congestion and wall to wall people and houses. So we left!

You left NYC or TV?

[marianne237]

Congestion is a big problem....streets are insufficient for the traffic. And don't even ask me about the tall weeds (greenery) at the round a bouts.....

[kstew43]

We lasted exactly 2 years to the day. Couldn't deal with the traffic and congestion and wall to wall people and houses. So we left!

us too......bought a place in the Plantations, 30 minutes south. Quieter, and Crime wave hasn't hit here as of yet and hopefully with the gated security will never.....knock on wood....

[applesoffh]

We stopped filling out the questionnaire - same stuff every year and nothing, NOTHING, changes as far as our wants are concerned. Stores will open here if they see a need. Costco, Trader Joe's, etc., wouldn't open within TV, and would need a major incentive to build on 441/27, 301, 44, etc. BTW, folks who say TV is becoming congested like NYC have absolutely no idea what NYC is like! Yes, it's getting busier here, especially in the newer areas. The Colony shopping area is a nightmare, and will get worse with the opening of TV at Fruitland Park. Having come from Queens, NY, this is paradise!

[billethkid]

Wow....the OP did not know they were lighting the keg of powder that awakens all those who don't like it here.

I bet they do not go to any public attractions.
No ball games.
No Disney or other theme parks.
No concerts.
When they travel they must take roads that only go through little towns.
They obviously come from places where they don't have to wait for a table in a restaurant (both of them:jester:).
No Grand Canyon.
No cruises.

How terrible can all that be?

And if the same folks were here 11 years ago they would have said how can we live here there are no major stores or restaurants. And the population was 35,000.

I am sure the moabers and groaners are entitled to their likes and opinions. And it is obvious they moved to the wrong location.

Also remember you will find less crowded, very quiet typical retirement communities.........and not the life extending and enjoying life style.

The 98% of us that are happy as clams feel bad for some of you....for about 2.675 nano seconds:a20:

[Mleeja]

Wow....the OP did not know they were lighting the keg of powder that awakens all those who don't like it here.

I bet they do not go to any public attractions.
No ball games.
No Disney or other theme parks.
No concerts.
When they travel they must take roads that only go through little towns.
They obviously come from places where they don't have to wait for a table in a restaurant (both of them:jester:).
No Grand Canyon.
No cruises.

How terrible can all that be?

And if the same folks were here 11 years ago they would have said how can we live here there are no major stores or restaurants. And the population was 35,000.

I am sure the moabers and groaners are entitled to their likes and opinions. And it is obvious they moved to the wrong location.

Also remember you will find less crowded, very quiet typical retirement communities.........and not the life extending and enjoying life style.

The 98% of us that are happy as clams feel bad for some of you....for about 2.675 nano seconds:a20:

Well said! :bigbow:

[NYGUY]

We lasted exactly 2 years to the day. Couldn't deal with the traffic and congestion and wall to wall people and houses. So we left!

us too......bought a place in the Plantations, 30 minutes south. Quieter, and Crime wave hasn't hit here as of yet and hopefully with the gated security will never.....knock on wood....

Why are you still posting on TOTV?...:shrug::wave:

[VT2TV]

Some way to identify owners of golf carts

Speed bumps on roads and multi-modal pathways

Have an actual police dept in TV--I can't even tell you the last time I saw CW on our street.

I am sure it is not Legal,so don't need to tell me so, but it would be nice to have a policy or enforced rule that makes it wrong for anyone to live here in TV longer than ??6months unless their name is on the house deed-would eliminate moms,dads, grams, and grads from letting entitled kids come here to live.

have some way to actually monitor visitors to TV and surrounding areas from abusing ammentities, ie..keep people who live in the area from using out of town licenses, etc to get a pass. And yes, it happens a lot.

Stop building houses in TV, too many people, too many people on the roads, and on the MMpaths.

More Parking everywhere.

[LuckySevens]

I LOVE Home Goods!

Home Goods is coming to 441 this year.

[sunnyatlast]

"it would be nice to have a policy or enforced rule that makes it wrong for anyone to live here in TV longer than ??6months unless their name is on the house deed-would eliminate moms,dads, grams, and grads from letting entitled kids come here to live.

I rub my eyes. How in the world do you know facts about significant numbers of "entitled kids" living here with moms, dads and grands???????

We live in a courtyard neighborhood with 72 villas and none have "entitled kids" living with the parents or grandparents.

I HAVE, however, met 2 workers at Winn Dixie who are living here to help their fathers while their mothers were dying and then died, and they are living here to keep their lonely dads company!!!!!! And working as a cashier at W-D certainly is not "entitled".

My hair's on fire now, just thinking about the suggestion quoted above. Really creepy attitude.

[Colts Fan]

If you really, truly, believe that The Villages are headed for implosion, the best thing you could do would be to sell now. The market is still good at present, so it makes good economic sense. Not trying to push you out, just suggesting the best move under your interpretation of the situation.

I really don't see greed in the Morse family. Are they wealthy - sure. But they seem to be continuing to work in the enterprise. A community like this could have been taken in the direction of exclusivity. While there are some fairly expensive homes in my neighborhood, there are also homes like ours that are middle class affordable. I don't feel, in the least, that I was overcharged for my new home. The developer has continued to provided new town squares, new rec centers, new executive golf courses, and new country clubs as the community has expanded. I don't foresee them abandoning such a long term commitment to The Villages.

No place is perfect for everyone. We've only been here for 3 months, so maybe I'm speaking prematurely, but we think it's a pretty fantastic hometown.

[twoplanekid]

Some way to identify owners of golf carts (YES

Speed bumps on roads and multi-modal pathways (NO)

.

I believe that the Districts will be looking into all aspects of golf cart use with an eye to greater safety for all.

[Yung Dum]

I rub my eyes. How in the world do you know facts about significant numbers of "entitled kids" living here with moms, dads and grands???????

We live in a courtyard neighborhood with 72 villas and none have "entitled kids" living with the parents or grandparents.

I HAVE, however, met 2 workers at Winn Dixie who are living here to help their fathers while their mothers were dying and then died, and they are living here to keep their lonely dads company!!!!!! And working as a cashier at W-D certainly is not "entitled".

My hair's on fire now, just thinking about the suggestion quoted above. Really creepy attitude.
Thank you, sunny.

[jebartle]

Wow! I knew that Stein Mart was coming but Home Goods is even better.


Home Goods is coming to 441 this year.

[Madelaine Amee]

If you really, truly, believe that The Villages are headed for implosion, the best thing you could do would be to sell now. The market is still good at present, so it makes good economic sense. Not trying to push you out, just suggesting the best move under your interpretation of the situation.

I really don't see greed in the Morse family. Are they wealthy - sure. But they seem to be continuing to work in the enterprise. A community like this could have been taken in the direction of exclusivity. While there are some fairly expensive homes in my neighborhood, there are also homes like ours that are middle class affordable. I don't feel, in the least, that I was overcharged for my new home. The developer has continued to provided new town squares, new rec centers, new executive golf courses, and new country clubs as the community has expanded. I don't foresee them abandoning such a long term commitment to The Villages.

No place is perfect for everyone. We've only been here for 3 months, so maybe I'm speaking prematurely, but we think it's a pretty fantastic hometown.

Nice post .............:mademyday:

[CFrance]

If you really, truly, believe that The Villages are headed for implosion, the best thing you could do would be to sell now. The market is still good at present, so it makes good economic sense. Not trying to push you out, just suggesting the best move under your interpretation of the situation.

I really don't see greed in the Morse family. Are they wealthy - sure. But they seem to be continuing to work in the enterprise. A community like this could have been taken in the direction of exclusivity. While there are some fairly expensive homes in my neighborhood, there are also homes like ours that are middle class affordable. I don't feel, in the least, that I was overcharged for my new home. The developer has continued to provided new town squares, new rec centers, new executive golf courses, and new country clubs as the community has expanded. I don't foresee them abandoning such a long term commitment to The Villages.

No place is perfect for everyone. We've only been here for 3 months, so maybe I'm speaking prematurely, but we think it's a pretty fantastic hometown.
So well put. I think overall the developer and family have done a great job and deserve to reap the financial rewards of their vision and hard work. Is there room for improvement? Yes. But there's room for improvement everywhere.

I'm not even going to complain about the roundabouts anymore. We just got back from a place with few traffic rules and huge roundabouts. Thank God I wasn't driving. Someone would be dead.

[rubicon]

Why in God's name does this topic always end up being about the Morse family and their vision and their right to a just reward.

The focus should be on what is best to solidify the quality of The Villages and what steps of a substantive nature should be implemented. A new store restaurant etc will locate here not because the survey suggests so but because the economic statistics calculated by said companies makes the investment worthwhile.

Again the survey is simply a state of the amenities. I don't live on a cruise ship I live in a town/city/village and I see great harm by certain policies being abused, ignored or not reviewed.

How do you define quality?

[gomoho]

Why are you still posting on TOTV?...:shrug::wave:

Why not? Still have good friends living there and enjoy keeping up with what is going on. Didn't realize this was a private forum or that since I no longer am a Villager was allowed an opinion.:ho:

[TNLAKEPANDA]

#1 Costco
#2 Trader Joes
#3 Apple Store

and I am a happy camper

[Bogie Shooter]

We lasted exactly 2 years to the day. Couldn't deal with the traffic and congestion and wall to wall people and houses. So we left!

Where did you go?

[Bogie Shooter]

Congestion is a big problem....streets are insufficient for the traffic. And don't even ask me about the tall weeds (greenery) at the round a bouts.....

So, what are you suggesting for the survey?
There is another thread for complaints.

[Bogie Shooter]

Wow....the OP did not know they were lighting the keg of powder that awakens all those who don't like it here.

I bet they do not go to any public attractions.
No ball games.
No Disney or other theme parks.
No concerts.
When they travel they must take roads that only go through little towns.
They obviously come from places where they don't have to wait for a table in a restaurant (both of them:jester:).
No Grand Canyon.
No cruises.

How terrible can all that be?

And if the same folks were here 11 years ago they would have said how can we live here there are no major stores or restaurants. And the population was 35,000.

I am sure the moabers and groaners are entitled to their likes and opinions. And it is obvious they moved to the wrong location.

Also remember you will find less crowded, very quiet typical retirement communities.........and not the life extending and enjoying life style.

The 98% of us that are happy as clams feel bad for some of you....for about 2.675 nano seconds:a20:

Yes, Yes!

[Bogie Shooter]

Home Goods is coming to 441 this year.

Facts please. Where did you read this?

[graciegirl]

Gomoho. You are such an addition to this forum. I hope you love your place in the forest and the sometimes colder weather and the things that matter to you.

I am sad that you have moved but so glad you continue to post here. Your wisdom and wit and humor are so enjoyed.

[Cedwards38]

Too heck with the stores, etc. The Villages is going to OVER BUILD this very nice place and most do not know it because you come from Big Cities........ Moreses will over build and the sell to someone else and we all will be left ho.ding the bag,,,,,, Wake Up People

!00,000 great folks and now we need 25,000 more.......their is no end to their greed.......STOP BUILDING......

What bag? "The" bag? What's in that bag and why would I not want to hold it? In the unlikely event that the Morses "sell to someone else," do you think that "someone" will not want to sell the homes that have been built just like the Morses are doing? Frankly, I think I'm awake, but give me some more detail about what you think "the bag" contains.

[dewilson58]

Facts please. Where did you read this?

Elvis is alive.

Esquire.

[kstew43]

Why are you still posting on TOTV?...:shrug::wave:

I dont know about the other commentor, but for me

we live so close that we are able to enjoy the opportunities that are available to The Villagers residents, except fee golf. I don't play anyway.

[graciegirl]

Too heck with the stores, etc. The Villages is going to OVER BUILD this very nice place and most do not know it because you come from Big Cities........ Moreses will over build and the sell to someone else and we all will be left ho.ding the bag,,,,,, Wake Up People

!00,000 great folks and now we need 25,000 more.......their is no end to their greed.......STOP BUILDING......

Blyarbrough, stand next to me at Eisenhower rec center and tell me of the Greed. They could have purchased all of the stuff from a cheap furniture store but they had every couch and chair and cushion custom upholstered and the wall coverings are the finest and the chandeliers are copious. Anyone who has ever had anything custom framed knows it takes money and time to frame things. They took the offerings from the folks who offered them and placed them in lovely frames so that we all could share and honor our veterans. And that is just ONE rec center. They could have stuck that money in their pockets.

Their "greed" keeps thousands of people working and feeds their families while building a place unlike anywhere on this earth for older people to LIVE, not sit around and wait to die.

They keep working and they keep improving and I cannot thank them enough. My last years are so wonderful here.

[LI SNOWBIRD]

OK-- just wanna reply to the OP's question... please Villages stream WVLG so us 'birds( and prospective buyers) can listen in and be with TV in a small way

[NYGUY]

Blyarbrough, stand next to me at Eisenhower rec center and tell me of the Greed. They could have purchased all of the stuff from a cheap furniture store but they had every couch and chair and cushion custom upholstered and the wall coverings are the finest and the chandeliers are copious. Anyone who has ever had anything custom framed knows it takes money and time to frame things. They took the offerings from the folks who offered them and placed them in lovely frames so that we all could share and honor our veterans. And that is just ONE rec center. They could have stuck that money in their pockets.

Their "greed" keeps thousands of people working and feeds their families while building a place unlike anywhere on this earth for older people to LIVE, not sit around and wait to die.

They keep working and they keep improving and I cannot thank them enough. My last years are so wonderful here.

Gracie..:mademyday:

[TrudyM]

Back on topic please people.

The OP wants ideas for the survey. I would expect the survey has questions relating to amenities because those who are managing them are the people seeking input. Stores etc therefore would not be relevant.

I for one would like them to make sure every gate has a camera that records the plates with a recording and signs that worn visitors that the plates of all passing through are recorded. I would think that would help reduce break-ins and help law enforcement know who was in a village at the time of a break in.

The retention ponds could use fountains in the middle that could be solar powered so that the water moves and doesn't become stagnate and smelly during the times when the water is low as many on this forum have said they sometimes do.

I agree that the street signs at the same level are just plain stupid and need to be changed.

If you want a real police force instead of community watch the villages would have to be incorporated and become a town which is a whole other discussion.

[Bogie Shooter]

I dont know about the other commentor, but for me

we live so close that we are able to enjoy the opportunities that are available to The Villagers residents, except fee golf. I don't play anyway.

What opportunities? Rec centers, pools, clubs?

[dewilson58]

OK-- just wanna reply to the OP's question... please Villages stream WVLG so us 'birds( and prospective buyers) can listen in and be with TV in a small way

I've called WVLG and requested a couple times. I think direct calls from Villagers might go farther than a survey response.............more contacts, maybe improved results.

[jebartle]

Sure appreciate good recommendations to add to survey.....There is strength in numbers even thou we find TV the closest thing to paradise.:bigbow:



Back on topic please people.

The OP wants ideas for the survey. I would expect the survey has questions relating to amenities because those who are managing them are the people seeking input. Stores etc therefore would not be relevant.

I for one would like them to make sure every gate has a camera that records the plates with a recording and signs that worn visitors that the plates of all passing through are recorded. I would think that would help reduce break-ins and help law enforcement know who was in a village at the time of a break in.

The retention ponds could use fountains in the middle that could be solar powered so that the water moves and doesn't become stagnate and smelly during the times when the water is low as many on this forum have said they sometimes do.

I agree that the street signs at the same level are just plain stupid and need to be changed.

If you want a real police force instead of community watch the villages would have to be incorporated and become a town which is a whole other discussion.

[NYGUY]

Back on topic please people.

The OP wants ideas for the survey. I would expect the survey has questions relating to amenities because those who are managing them are the people seeking input. Stores etc therefore would not be relevant.

If I remember correctly from last year, they did ask if we wanted certain restaurants to locate here, so apparently it is relevant!!

[kstew43]

What opportunities? Rec centers, pools, clubs?

why would i need your pools when we have 3 of our own with hot tubs,saunas, steam rooms, club houses, work out rooms and everything else you have.

we do however use the squares, the resturants, the college of knowlege, the shopping and the specialty pay shows the villages offeres.

[graciegirl]

why would i need your pools when we have 3 of our own with hot tubs,saunas, steam rooms, club houses, work out rooms and everything else you have.

we do however use the squares, the resturants, the college of knowlege, the shopping and the specialty pay shows the villages offeres.

Didn't you say you were looking at the cottages here? Did you recently move from Miami? Do I have you mixed up with someone else?

[graciegirl]

Trudy.

The commercial section of The Villages use the requests for new business to try to leverage those new businesses to come here and rent or build to suit.

Sometimes the businesses we want listen. and sometimes they don't. Usually businesses looking to expand depend on demographers who are hopelessly behind the times on The Villages. It wouldn't hurt to barrage the business you want personally but it hasn't helped much with Homegoods and Chipotle that I want.

[wdonze]

If we banned IRRESPONSIBLE dog owners, there wouldn't be any dog haters.

[graciegirl]

If we banned IRRESPONSIBLE dog owners, there wouldn't be any dog haters.

Yes we would.

[baustgen]

Street signs should not be parallel to each other. Makes them almost impossible to read when you are going by from one way. Better option is to drop the cross street sign down 4 inches so it can be read from either side and not be blocked by the other sign.

[jebartle]

Thanks, will add to my list



Street signs should not be parallel to each other. Makes them almost impossible to read when you are going by from one way. Better option is to drop the cross street sign down 4 inches so it can be read from either side and not be blocked by the other sign.

[Nipper]

this place is almost perfect, can you help me with some suggestions on how to improve perfection?

costco, costco, costco

[jebartle]

I'll quote you...giggle...I love Costco also!:a040:


costco, costco, costco

[golf2140]

Wow....the OP did not know they were lighting the keg of powder that awakens all those who don't like it here.

I bet they do not go to any public attractions.
No ball games.
No Disney or other theme parks.
No concerts.
When they travel they must take roads that only go through little towns.
They obviously come from places where they don't have to wait for a table in a restaurant (both of them:jester:).
No Grand Canyon.
No cruises.

How terrible can all that be?

And if the same folks were here 11 years ago they would have said how can we live here there are no major stores or restaurants. And the population was 35,000.

I am sure the moabers and groaners are entitled to their likes and opinions. And it is obvious they moved to the wrong location.

Also remember you will find less crowded, very quiet typical retirement communities.........and not the life extending and enjoying life style.

The 98% of us that are happy as clams feel bad for some of you....for about 2.675 nano seconds:a20:

:bigbow::bigbow::bigbow::bigbow:

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

I agree about an Apple store. I'd also like to see a good music store. With the number of musicians it should be a no brainer.

But what I think that everyone should do is scream at the top of our lungs about people roping off chairs at the squares. That is an issue that, if not corrected is going to cause a big problem at some point.

[2BNTV]

Op wanted suggestions to improve things in TV...........

Those who came, bought or moved and decided it was not for them that is their decisions and or opinions.

Those of us who love it here would like TV to consider the ideas of residents to improve this almost perfect place.

I totally disagree with the premise that some people who have bought in surrounding communities and enjoy all of the benefits of living in TV, is not based in fact. I have seen several people out and about in TV from other communities and still get the impression they want to have their cake and it eat it too!!!

There is nothing like being in TV!!!!!!! Being close by, is just rationalization justifying their buying decision. IMHO

Back on topic!!!!

[obxgal]

How about signs at the squares about not saving seats.

[dbussone]

How about signs at the squares about not saving seats.


And we have a replacement for Einstein. This is the best suggestion so far. Thank you.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

I think that something that people who want Costco, or an Apple Store or different restaurants need to think about is the fact that those businesses have to want to come here.

The Villages can't just simply go to Costco and demand that they put a store here. I'm sure that The Villages wouldn't turn down any business that wants to rent space from them.

[Bosoxfan]

Id like to see some lighted pickle ball courts and softball fields.

[Spikearoni]

us too......bought a place in the Plantations, 30 minutes south. Quieter, and Crime wave hasn't hit here as of yet and hopefully with the gated security will never.....knock on wood....

But how would you rate the opportunities for recreational activities there in comparison to The Villages? Is there as much of a variety?

[simpkinp]

As far as I know, persons not on the deed do not have input to the survey. The street sign issue is one that I have mentioned on previous surveys and will do so again. Thanks for including this. I also suggest restaurants and retailers I would like to see in the area, and happily some are coming. If you are a deeded owner, but not currently residing here, your input is appreciated. If you are not, I wonder why you are on this thread? There are many other threads for your suggestions of improving our community. I love this place. Best place I have ever lived. Good neighbors, kind people, caring friends. What more could anyone ask?

[CFrance]

I would like to see some form of second ID pass with full privileges issued to single homeowners so they could easily date someone from outside TV.

[jebartle]

I would love a second ID for another reason...I can't tell you how many times I arrive at the theatre WITHOUT my ID, no big deal except the "ole boy" reminds me that I owe him 50 cents, giggle (btw, I leave it in my golf bag, because even thou I'm not able to play right now, it will always be my first love, ok, the ole boy gets that vote, 2nd golf)




I would like to see some form of second ID pass with full privileges issued to single homeowners so they could easily date someone from outside TV.

[l2ridehd]

Signs at the squares that say "Chairs are available on a first come basis. Saved seats are not allowed"

There are at least 3 intersections that need to be resolved. Lights, bridges, tunnels, something before someone is killed or seriously injured. The street crossing at Baily Trail and Buena Vista coming north on Baily Trail. The crossing of Old CAmp near the Buena Vista traffic circle. The crossing of Morse just before the gate from 466. All three are very dangerous and get significantly backed up.

Costco.

[kstew43]

But how would you rate the opportunities for recreational activities there in comparison to The Villages? Is there as much of a variety?

I inquired once about baton twirling....they suggested, if you don't see what you want on the list of activities, you can start it yourself. just give them the information and she will place it in the monthly booklet, on line and on the tv station.

So I do believe that anything is possible.

[Johnd]

No vehicular traffic around the squares after 5PM. Too drastic? Fallback position is carts only.

No dogs in the squares after 5PM. Perhaps exceptions for carried animals.

[Mleeja]

No vehicular traffic around the squares after 5PM. Too drastic? Fallback position is carts only.

No dogs in the squares after 5PM. Perhaps exceptions for carried animals.

And service dogs....

[CFrance]

No vehicular traffic around the squares after 5PM. Too drastic? Fallback position is carts only.

No dogs in the squares after 5PM. Perhaps exceptions for carried animals.
Boo-hiss to both of those! Besides, TV doesn't govern the squares.

[ugotme]

Signs in the squares saying "No saving seats" huh?

No offense meant but - the people who do save seats are IGNORANT!

They know it isn't right or "allowed." They just don't care!

Remember - YOU CAN'T FIX STUPID!!!!

[CFrance]

Signs in the squares saying "No saving seats" huh?

No offense meant but - the people who do save seats are IGNORANT!

They know it isn't right or "allowed." They just don't care!

Remember - YOU CAN'T FIX STUPID!!!!
That's not ignorance; that's arrogance.:mad:

[xkeowner]

As far as I know, persons not on the deed do not have input to the survey.

We currently have an additional full-time resident not on the deed but with an ID card and received an additional access code this year.

[Yung Dum]

I would like a new, improved radio station. One that doesn�t just play the same old tired computer generated music 24 hours a day. I�m sure many Villagers are old enough to remember the likes of Frank Sinatra, Eddie Fisher, Frankie Laine, Doris Day, The Four Aces, The Four Lads, and many more. Many of us didn�t go through life listening to nothing but top 40. There was early 50�s rhythm and blues, 50�s rock and roll, 60�s folk, progressive rock and album rock. WVLG sounds good at first, but it wears thin pretty quick.

[handyman]

I would like a new, improved radio station. One that doesn�t just play the same old tired computer generated music 24 hours a day. I�m sure many Villagers are old enough to remember the likes of Frank Sinatra, Eddie Fisher, Frankie Laine, Doris Day, The Four Aces, The Four Lads, and many more. Many of us didn�t go through life listening to nothing but top 40. There was early 50�s rhythm and blues, 50�s rock and roll, 60�s folk, progressive rock and album rock. WVLG sounds good at first, but it wears thin pretty quick.

So does FOX news:loco:

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

If you really, truly, believe that The Villages are headed for implosion, the best thing you could do would be to sell now. The market is still good at present, so it makes good economic sense. Not trying to push you out, just suggesting the best move under your interpretation of the situation.

I really don't see greed in the Morse family. Are they wealthy - sure. But they seem to be continuing to work in the enterprise. A community like this could have been taken in the direction of exclusivity. While there are some fairly expensive homes in my neighborhood, there are also homes like ours that are middle class affordable. I don't feel, in the least, that I was overcharged for my new home. The developer has continued to provided new town squares, new rec centers, new executive golf courses, and new country clubs as the community has expanded. I don't foresee them abandoning such a long term commitment to The Villages.

No place is perfect for everyone. We've only been here for 3 months, so maybe I'm speaking prematurely, but we think it's a pretty fantastic hometown.

I've been here for three years and I agree 100%. And as a Patriots fan, it's not often that I agree with a Colts fan.

[bonrich]

Once again, as every year, Stack the street signs!!! Impossible to see a cross street if coming from the wrong direction. Would eliminate slow-downs trying to read a sign, and back tracking through neighborhoods. Doesn't take an engineer to see how wrong they are. Only see it here in TV.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

We stopped filling out the questionnaire - same stuff every year and nothing, NOTHING, changes as far as our wants are concerned. Stores will open here if they see a need. Costco, Trader Joe's, etc., wouldn't open within TV, and would need a major incentive to build on 441/27, 301, 44, etc. BTW, folks who say TV is becoming congested like NYC have absolutely no idea what NYC is like! Yes, it's getting busier here, especially in the newer areas. The Colony shopping area is a nightmare, and will get worse with the opening of TV at Fruitland Park. Having come from Queens, NY, this is paradise!

I don't know if it's a waste of time filling out the survey, but I do agree that it's not a wish list for what stores or businesses we'd like to see here. I don't think that TV makes the decisions on which businesses open here. The businesses do. The fact that we are a long way from a major highway keeps a lot of major stores from settling here. Ocala, which is half the size of TV has many more major stores. If you look, many of the big chains are right off of I-75. Perhaps if the turnpike exit gets built near Brownwood we might see more of the major chains moving in, but again, that will not be the decision of The Villages.

Personally, I don't see a congestion problem where I am. True there is a bit more traffic in the snowbird months, but it's still not bad. I hear that the Colony shopping plaza is quite crowded, but I hardly ever go there so I wouldn't know. Perhaps as more retail opens up around Brownwood and in the new Fruitland Park area, the congestion at Colony might ease up.

I think that the things we need to focus on in the survey are things that TV actually has the power to do something about. Asking for Costco, Trader Joe's or your favorite restaurant from back home is not one of them. I'm sure that if Costco wanted to rent land from TV or buy a lot just outside, no one would stop them. Those stores are not here because the don't see us as a viable market for their products. 100,000 or 125,000 people might seem impressive to many of us, but people who make these decisions for these major corporations and looking for areas that millions of people have access to.

I think that the seat saving issue in the square is something that many of us are concerned about and something that the entertainment department light actually do something about if they think enough people are concerned about it.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

Signs in the squares saying "No saving seats" huh?

No offense meant but - the people who do save seats are IGNORANT!

They know it isn't right or "allowed." They just don't care!

Remember - YOU CAN'T FIX STUPID!!!!

How do they know that it issn't allowed if it's not posted somewhere? In fact, I've never seen a written rule about it. Have you?

The first thing that has to happen if we want to have this enforces is to have a rule, somewhere in writing that is enforceable. Until then, no one is doing anything wrong.

Yes, I know and you know that it's wrong, but no authority is going to get involved without some kind of written rule to back them up. You can yell, "common sense' all you want, but no one can enforce common sense.

Having sings posted would stop some of these people in their tracks and give the entertainment department the backing that they need to enforce a rule.

[golfinglady]

An in- door pool would be nice in the winter.

[Bay Kid]

Wow....the OP did not know they were lighting the keg of powder that awakens all those who don't like it here.

I bet they do not go to any public attractions.
No ball games.
No Disney or other theme parks.
No concerts.
When they travel they must take roads that only go through little towns.
They obviously come from places where they don't have to wait for a table in a restaurant (both of them:jester:).
No Grand Canyon.
No cruises.

How terrible can all that be?

And if the same folks were here 11 years ago they would have said how can we live here there are no major stores or restaurants. And the population was 35,000.

I am sure the moabers and groaners are entitled to their likes and opinions. And it is obvious they moved to the wrong location.

Also remember you will find less crowded, very quiet typical retirement communities.........and not the life extending and enjoying life style.

The 98% of us that are happy as clams feel bad for some of you....for about 2.675 nano seconds:a20:

So true. BUT why are these people that left this great place still on TOTV site when they hate it here so much? Just to cause trouble?

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

Op wanted suggestions to improve things in TV...........

Those who came, bought or moved and decided it was not for them that is their decisions and or opinions.

Those of us who love it here would like TV to consider the ideas of residents to improve this almost perfect place.

I totally disagree with the premise that some people who have bought in surrounding communities and enjoy all of the benefits of living in TV, is not based in fact. I have seen several people out and about in TV from other communities and still get the impression they want to have their cake and it eat it too!!!

There is nothing like being in TV!!!!!!! Being close by, is just rationalization justifying their buying decision. IMHO

Back on topic!!!!

I agree Joe. The only thing that outsiders have access to is the squares. That is a small piece of life in The Villages.

[jebartle]

To give all of us an idea of most requested updates to paradise..

I know this works because they are asking golfers if they would participate in Men's day and Ladies Day if they changed Priority membership as an option rather than a requirement to increase participation. They do listen.

They need to redo trail along Hacienda (Lakes)....really bumpy, think I lost a few pounds during last trip...On second thought, forget that!...Ha!

Concern over round-about near Paige St?. and Morse Blvd (north end) for
cart safety...This is the only round-about that the cart-path circles, b4 you take the LEAP for LIFE.

Also the Mira Mesa Tunnel has a disgusting leak on outside wall b4 entering tunnel to Mira.

Many good suggestions....Thank you.

[LynnR]

I agree Costco and Trader Joe's

[memason]

I agree Costco and Trader Joe's

You should contact Costco and Trader Joe's with your wishes.... The Villages can't make that happen...

[Laurie2]

I don't know if it's a waste of time filling out the survey, but I do agree that it's not a wish list for what stores or businesses we'd like to see here. I don't think that TV makes the decisions on which businesses open here. The businesses do. The fact that we are a long way from a major highway keeps a lot of major stores from settling here. Ocala, which is half the size of TV has many more major stores. If you look, many of the big chains are right off of I-75. Perhaps if the turnpike exit gets built near Brownwood we might see more of the major chains moving in, but again, that will not be the decision of The Villages.

Personally, I don't see a congestion problem where I am. True there is a bit more traffic in the snowbird months, but it's still not bad. I hear that the Colony shopping plaza is quite crowded, but I hardly ever go there so I wouldn't know. Perhaps as more retail opens up around Brownwood and in the new Fruitland Park area, the congestion at Colony might ease up.

I think that the things we need to focus on in the survey are things that TV actually has the power to do something about. Asking for Costco, Trader Joe's or your favorite restaurant from back home is not one of them. I'm sure that if Costco wanted to rent land from TV or buy a lot just outside, no one would stop them. Those stores are not here because the don't see us as a viable market for their products. 100,000 or 125,000 people might seem impressive to many of us, but people who make these decisions for these major corporations and looking for areas that millions of people have access to.

I think that the seat saving issue in the square is something that many of us are concerned about and something that the entertainment department light actually do something about if they think enough people are concerned about it.



I have to give credit where it is due and this post makes so much good sense that I just had to quote it so maybe more people will get to read it before it is lost in the thread as the beat goes on.

Copycat Laurie


PS: -- although I do have a concern about Colony crowding. I have been known to flee to that lovely Publix by the hospital when I have time. And today, I will try the Winn-Dixie at Pinellas. Or I can time my Colony visits. Or sometimes just go there at a busy time and experiment by smiling at everybody. Colony can be quite a study.

[Happydaz]

As far as I know, persons not on the deed do not have input to the survey. The street sign issue is one that I have mentioned on previous surveys and will do so again. Thanks for including this. I also suggest restaurants and retailers I would like to see in the area, and happily some are coming. If you are a deeded owner, but not currently residing here, your input is appreciated. If you are not, I wonder why you are on this thread? There are many other threads for your suggestions of improving our community. I love this place. Best place I have ever lived. Good neighbors, kind people, caring friends. What more could anyone ask?

Excellent post! Why would people who don't live here comment on a Villages homeowner survey? Usually their posts are all negative so who wants to hear them anyway. Silly really that they post here. Reminds me of my company's forum board where everyone posts anonymously and it is a fun and wild forum. But for some reason people who have left the company or have never been an employee come on and post a ton of negative comments. It it is a forum run by a private company for many separate corporations in our industry so you can't restrict members, but most of the employees on the board get very testy about people commenting negatively about their company. If you ask for improvements from owners in the Villages why open it up to outsiders? If that is what they wanted they would have mailed the questionnaire to the entire country. I find it strange that there are so many people on this forum who don't live here. Thousands of posts and they don't like the place?

[TrudyM]

Trudy.

The commercial section of The Villages use the requests for new business to try to leverage those new businesses to come here and rent or build to suit.

Sometimes the businesses we want listen. and sometimes they don't. Usually businesses looking to expand depend on demographers who are hopelessly behind the times on The Villages. It wouldn't hurt to barrage the business you want personally but it hasn't helped much with Homegoods and Chipotle that I want.

Didn't know that was postulating why certain questions would be on the survey.

I just bought so I have not gotten the survey guess it will be next year. But that doesn't mean I haven't noticed a few things that might help those who manage our amenities money in their efforts to maintain our great lifestyle. So sorry if a new homeowner posted her ideas. My brain doesn't shut down just because my name doesn't appear on a deed till next Wednesday.

[xcaligirl]

We need signs at the pool area's telling some dog walkers to remember to pickup there dogs crap, it's the right thing to do.

The people who WON'T pick up the dog poop are the same people who can't read! Some people will never change or feel it's not their job!

[graciegirl]

Didn't know that was postulating why certain questions would be on the survey.

I just bought so I have not gotten the survey guess it will be next year. But that doesn't mean I haven't noticed a few things that might help those who manage our amenities money in their efforts to maintain our great lifestyle. So sorry if a new homeowner posted her ideas. My brain doesn't shut down just because my name doesn't appear on a deed till next Wednesday.

I don't understand. Of course you have a right to say what ever you think, Trudy.

I was only trying to explain to all folks that The Villages cannot control who comes here to open a business. They can use the numbers on the survey to "prime the pump" and they assuredly can build a building for them and rent it to them.

I am sure you will get a survey next spring.

[cbg150]

A Vegetarian Restaurant
An Indian Restaurant
A French Bistro
Trader Joe's
COSTCO
Transportation Between Town Squares (Shuttle Buses or Trolleys?)

[Avista]

Anyone having a problem getting on the site. I go to Villages.net. Then what? I don't see an icon to take survey.

[Cisco Kid]

Boo-hiss to both of those! Besides, TV doesn't govern the squares.

Do you know what the difference between a hater and a puppy is ?
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The puppy will quit whining in six weeks.

[Bosoxfan]

I don't believe that saving of seats will ever be stopped. Think about it. If someone come to the square early to save seats there's a good chance they're out and about spending money in the businesses that surround the squares.Although I think it's rude and would have no problem sitting in a "saved" seat myself,I believe the powers to be see it as more money!!

[Walt.]

I don't believe that saving of seats will ever be stopped. Think about it. If someone come to the square early to save seats there's a good chance they're out and about spending money in the businesses that surround the squares.Although I think it's rude and would have no problem sitting in a "saved" seat myself,I believe the powers to be see it as more money!!

Oh... i don't know... If somebody shows up at noon and ropes off 20 seats I think it's unlikely that these 20 people out there shopping for 5 hours.
Perhaps a few folks could get there at 10 AM (on Rocky & Rollers night) and rope off rows and rows of seats. Then come back at 4:45 or so and just remove the ropes. Beat the "reservers" at their own game.

[Bogie Shooter]

Anyone having a problem getting on the site. I go to Villages.net. Then what? I don't see an icon to take survey.

The letter I received indicated the survey site would be open 8AM March 9 and end at midnight on April 15.

[alurb]

COSTCO and a Trader Joes :welcome:

[jrandall]

A dog park is needed in the South end of The Villages.

[asianthree]

Tells me my numbers are invalid

[mgcsooner]

A dog park is needed in the South end of The Villages.

I believe that is already coming, later this year.

[karostay]

Ban stinky gas carts.

Here we go

[TrudyM]

I don't understand. Of course you have a right to say what ever you think, Trudy.

I was only trying to explain to all folks that The Villages cannot control who comes here to open a business. They can use the numbers on the survey to "prime the pump" and they assuredly can build a building for them and rent it to them.

I am sure you will get a survey next spring.

My multiquote post didn't work gracie the second part was a response to someone who was blasting those who didn't own but had an opinion.

[VillagerNut]

Once again, as every year, Stack the street signs!!! Impossible to see a cross street if coming from the wrong direction. Would eliminate slow-downs trying to read a sign, and back tracking through neighborhoods. Doesn't take an engineer to see how wrong they are. Only see it here in TV.
I totally agree that this is the only place where the street signs are not stacked on top of each other. It is impossible to read the street signs on the main roads that are side-by-side! Please everyone put that in your survey as a suggestion.

Also I would like to see a JCPenney, Sears regular store, Trader Joe's, Costco or Kroger would be great additions also!

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

Originally Posted by Yung Dum View Post
Ban stinky gas carts.

I agree 10000%. The whole world is trying to go electric with cars. We could easily go completely electric with golf carts and have less noise and air pollution. with new technologies, electric carts can be made to go up to 60 miles on a charge and I wouldn't be surprised to see that improved in the future.

We could show the world what is possible in the world of electric transportation.

[dbussone]

I agree 10000%. The whole world is trying to go electric with cars. We could easily go completely electric with golf carts and have less noise and air pollution. with new technologies, electric carts can be made to go up to 60 miles on a charge and I wouldn't be surprised to see that improved in the future.

We could show the world what is possible in the world of electric transportation.

Doc - with all due respect, I have no interest in going electric with my carts or cars. I use diesel and get more than 35 mpg with both. If it wasn't for the EPA, I'd get 50 mpg on my newer car, like it's German cousin.

And It is unrealistic to believe that I could get from TV to Boston, much less Maine, in an electric auto without blowing up the car and being declared insane.

I'll also keep my gas golf cart please.

Go Red Sox!

[LianaB]

After reading all these posts, looking for REAL suggestions, I can only conclude that we have VERY LITTLE to complain about :pepper2:

I know I'm a Happy Camper