Piles of debris on Morse Boulevard, 466A, and all other areas

[GreggC69]

I think there was a thread earlier but it seems to have been frozen. Was curious re the piles of debris on the roadsides. From those who have been here through past storms, what is the timeframe those are typically removed? Had heard and experienced in the earlier storms this year (this is our first year) that the crews are great at cleanup after a storm. This storm was obviously much larger and created much more debris. It seemed like the crews got on it quick and got most of it piled up but have been surprised there doesn't seem to have been any collection and removal of the piles. What has been the typical timeframes from past experiences?

[Two Bills]

Tomorrow.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Previously, the debris only needed to be picked up in the general area of The Villages. Presently, it needs to be picked up from the gulf coast to the Atlantic coast, all across Central Florida.

So it might take a minute. Be patient.

[Altavia]

From GoldWingnut

In this week's GWL I'll discuss FEMA funds for cleanup, Landowner Elections, Bonds being issues for fire stations 47, 48, 49, & 50. Where the heck is 50? I'll let you know what I think.

Gold Wingnut Live #37 10/20/2024 at 3:00 PM - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/live/2tJMd0l5zfI?si=Q0JHmzMZ09E6km9K)

[villagetinker]

I think we had debris piles for a few weeks after Irma.

[dewilson58]

Tomorrow.

Correct.

[Blueblaze]

The rumor going around was that we were waiting for FEMA. But I guess we're forbidden to ask that question.

Hopefully the new rumor that it's going to be picked up tomorrow will turn out to be true. I like that one a lot better -- unless we see "FEMA" on the side of the trucks!

[Kenswing]

The rumor going around was that we were waiting for FEMA. But I guess we're forbidden to ask that question.

Hopefully the new rumor that it's going to be picked up tomorrow will turn out to be true. I like that one a lot better -- unless we see "FEMA" on the side of the trucks!

Do you really rely on rumors for your information? It’s been communicated several times that they have been waiting for contractors to become available. The cleanup will be reimbursed by FEMA. Not performed by FEMA.
And please don’t come back tomorrow complaining that everything didn’t get picked up. They are starting tomorrow. That doesn’t mean they’ll get to everything picked up by tomorrow.

[Michael G.]

I think we had debris piles for a few weeks after Irma.

I remember driving down Hwy 301 after Irma and seen debris along
the highway after 4 months.

[Bill14564]

The rumor going around was that we were waiting for FEMA. But I guess we're forbidden to ask that question.

Hopefully the new rumor that it's going to be picked up tomorrow will turn out to be true. I like that one a lot better -- unless we see "FEMA" on the side of the trucks!

I don’t think we are waiting for FEMA. As mentioned earlier, there is debris from coast to coast and we are only a small part of that. In order to get FEMA funds for reimbursement it might be necessary to do something like coordinate cleanup across the area and that might be what drove the Oct 20 date. We have coordinated, we have scheduled, and now it’s just a matter of waiting for the hauler to get to us.

[Bogie Shooter]

The rumor going around was that we were waiting for FEMA. But I guess we're forbidden to ask that question.

Hopefully the new rumor that it's going to be picked up tomorrow will turn out to be true. I like that one a lot better -- unless we see "FEMA" on the side of the trucks!

Why not go to Village Community Development Districts (http://www.districtgov.org). And get the answers rather than rumors and conspiracy theories?


POST-HURRICANE MILTON DISTRICT DEBRIS HAUL UPDATE 10/10/24
The District has executed a Notice to Proceed for contracted Debris Management
Collection and Removal Services resulting from Hurricane Milton. Due to the overwhelming
demand created by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, there is a shortage of debris collection
and removal services across multiple states; it will take several weeks or longer to
collect and thoroughly remove all storm-related debris. Given the amount of tree and
vegetation debris within The Villages, residents should expect a lengthy process for debris
collection and removal, depending on the area they reside within The Villages.
Reminders for Residents:
• Storm-related tree/vegetation debris should be piled in the Road Right of Way, which
is usually the 6-10’ grassy area of residential front lawns, behind the curb area.
Debris may NOT be placed on the road or multi-modal paths. Collectors will not
pick it up.
• Residential storm-related debris should be piled up by October 20, 2024, for pick-
up by our contracted debris management company. After that date, you will need to
remove your own storm debris, as the contractor will perform one sweep through
each unit. District Property Management will post a schedule on postal stations for
when each District should anticipate pick-up within their area.
• Jacobs will continue to pick up lawn clippings and residential lawn waste; they will
NOT pick up storm-related debris piles.
• Do not place household garbage or other debris for pick-up. Our debris collection
contractor will NOT pick it up.
• Do not drop storm-related debris on the roadway or recreation centers. Our debris
collection contractor will NOT pick it up.
• Do NOT use plastic bags for storm-related debris. Leave it unbagged or use
paper biodegradable bags only.
We ask for patience and understanding during this process since, as mentioned, it may
take weeks, if not more, to complete.
If you have any questions, please contact District Property Management 352-753-4022
Thank you for your patience during Hurricane Milton's aftermath. District staff is working
hard to restore our community to “normalcy” as

[4$ALE]

Why not go to Village Community Development Districts (http://www.districtgov.org). And get the answers rather than rumors and conspiracy theories?


POST-HURRICANE MILTON DISTRICT DEBRIS HAUL UPDATE 10/10/24
The District has executed a Notice to Proceed for contracted Debris Management
Collection and Removal Services resulting from Hurricane Milton. Due to the overwhelming
demand created by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, there is a shortage of debris collection
and removal services across multiple states; it will take several weeks or longer to
collect and thoroughly remove all storm-related debris. Given the amount of tree and
vegetation debris within The Villages, residents should expect a lengthy process for debris
collection and removal, depending on the area they reside within The Villages.
Reminders for Residents:
• Storm-related tree/vegetation debris should be piled in the Road Right of Way, which
is usually the 6-10’ grassy area of residential front lawns, behind the curb area.
Debris may NOT be placed on the road or multi-modal paths. Collectors will not
pick it up.
• Residential storm-related debris should be piled up by October 20, 2024, for pick-
up by our contracted debris management company. After that date, you will need to
remove your own storm debris, as the contractor will perform one sweep through
each unit. District Property Management will post a schedule on postal stations for
when each District should anticipate pick-up within their area.
• Jacobs will continue to pick up lawn clippings and residential lawn waste; they will
NOT pick up storm-related debris piles.
• Do not place household garbage or other debris for pick-up. Our debris collection
contractor will NOT pick it up.
• Do not drop storm-related debris on the roadway or recreation centers. Our debris
collection contractor will NOT pick it up.
• Do NOT use plastic bags for storm-related debris. Leave it unbagged or use
paper biodegradable bags only.
We ask for patience and understanding during this process since, as mentioned, it may
take weeks, if not more, to complete.
If you have any questions, please contact District Property Management 352-753-4022
Thank you for your patience during Hurricane Milton's aftermath. District staff is working
hard to restore our community to “normalcy” as


That would only work if they wanted the correct answers..... what if they really only want rumors and conspiracy theories? :rolleyes:

And if anyone is interested I saw a very professional looking and well equipped group of workers picking up storm debris Sunday afternoon on Camino Real..... it has started.
:thumbup:

[bobeaston]

First world problem! What's the fuss?

[Rwirish]

Generally 6-8 months.

Patience grasshopper, it’s been reported multiple times there is a shortage of haulers.

[jimdecastro]

If that is the one on Central and McNeil. I wondered as well. We need that fire house - but will still be 3 miles away.

[jacRI]

There was a huge dump truck with a claw like attachment picking up debris Sunday morning on the northern part of Morse.

[Blueblaze]

Do you really rely on rumors for your information? It’s been communicated several times that they have been waiting for contractors to become available. The cleanup will be reimbursed by FEMA. Not performed by FEMA.
And please don’t come back tomorrow complaining that everything didn’t get picked up. They are starting tomorrow. That doesn’t mean they’ll get to everything picked up by tomorrow.

Of course not! I rely only on the high-quality hearsay found on TOTV, which is why I asked the question!

But you say the rumor about FEMA is now actually high-quality hearsay? And the truth will be hidden by the fact that they use contractors to hide the name?

Too convoluted for me.

All I know is that if I begged the government to cleanup my fiefdom for me, when I didn't suffer any actual disaster, I'd hide that fact, too.

How about we agree on this? Nobody knows or will ever know the truth. It was always just a nasty rumor, and we will never know why it took so long to clean up some yard trash from a storm.

[jayteadunn]

Often after storms it is a delicate dance between local government and FEMA. FEMA has specific rules and requirements for debris removal reimbursements and local governments have to make sure to follow the details if they want to be reimbursed after the fact. They need to contract not only the people removing the debris, but where it goes and how it will be disposed of.

[Accidental1]

Do you really rely on rumors for your information? It’s been communicated several times that they have been waiting for contractors to become available. The cleanup will be reimbursed by FEMA. Not performed by FEMA.
And please don’t come back tomorrow complaining that everything didn’t get picked up. They are starting tomorrow. That doesn’t mean they’ll get to everything picked up by tomorrow.

This whole FEMA thing confuses me. What part of picking up piles of debris from our decorative plantings is a Federal emergency? Why should they be involved at all? It seems to me that even asking for assistance is akin to fraud.

[Bill14564]

Of course not! I rely only on the high-quality hearsay found on TOTV, which is why I asked the question!

But you say the rumor about FEMA is now actually high-quality hearsay? And the truth will be hidden by the fact that they use contractors to hide the name?

Too convoluted for me.

All I know is that if I begged the government to cleanup my fiefdom for me, when I didn't suffer any actual disaster, I'd hide that fact, too.

How about we agree on this? Nobody knows or will ever know the truth. It was always just a nasty rumor, and we will never know why it took so long to clean up some yard trash from a storm.

Do you not live here and have you not seen the trees blown over and the large piles of debris? But you must since you mentioned the piles in your post. Do you remember seeing that much debris resulting from every wind today here in the Villages? Or, was the area affected by a hurricane? I did not sustain enough damage to file an insurance claim but others are noting higher deductibles due to a hurricane being involved. The Federal Govt. believes this area was affected by a hurricane, the insurance industry believes this area was affected by a hurricane, the State and local Govts. believe this area was affected by a hurricane, and my eyes tell me this area was affected by something out of the ordinary. Are these groups all wrong and my eyes lying to me?

What truth do you believe you do not know? It seems more like you do not understand how the cleanup and claims process works. I have heard it explained in the PWAC meeting and a CDD meeting, I have seen it described in information from the District, I believe I have seen it in a local paper, and I have seen it explained here. What is it that you don’t understand? What “truth” do you believe is being withheld?

[Marathon Man]

This whole FEMA thing confuses me. What part of picking up piles of debris from our decorative plantings is a Federal emergency? Why should they be involved at all? It seems to me that even asking for assistance is akin to fraud.

The part that was caused by the hurricane that passed through.

[pauld315]

I think there was a thread earlier but it seems to have been frozen. Was curious re the piles of debris on the roadsides. From those who have been here through past storms, what is the timeframe those are typically removed? Had heard and experienced in the earlier storms this year (this is our first year) that the crews are great at cleanup after a storm. This storm was obviously much larger and created much more debris. It seemed like the crews got on it quick and got most of it piled up but have been surprised there doesn't seem to have been any collection and removal of the piles. What has been the typical timeframes from past experiences?

A long time. In 2017 after Irma many of your fellow Villagers piled all their debris up at the mail stations instead of being patient and it cause quite a mess. Just be patient.

[kkingston57]

I think there was a thread earlier but it seems to have been frozen. Was curious re the piles of debris on the roadsides. From those who have been here through past storms, what is the timeframe those are typically removed? Had heard and experienced in the earlier storms this year (this is our first year) that the crews are great at cleanup after a storm. This storm was obviously much larger and created much more debris. It seemed like the crews got on it quick and got most of it piled up but have been surprised there doesn't seem to have been any collection and removal of the piles. What has been the typical timeframes from past experiences?

2 storms caused severe destruction in multiple states. Too hard to tell. Buy stock in Stihl

[Two Bills]

This whole FEMA thing confuses me. What part of picking up piles of debris from our decorative plantings is a Federal emergency? Why should they be involved at all? It seems to me that even asking for assistance is akin to fraud.

FEMA help sounds a lot better, calling it a tax rebate.

[Jhrath7@gmail.com]

That was probably me. The Villages has been way too slow in removing debris from the storms. It is dangerous. On 466A there is a whole tree laying there. If they want the money from all these homes, they need to take care of the areas common to everyone

[Bogie Shooter]

That was probably me. The Villages has been way too slow in removing debris from the storms. It is dangerous. On 466A there is a whole tree laying there. If they want the money from all these homes, they need to take care of the areas common to everyone

Tree laying there. There is what, in the roadway, on the median, in front of a traffic sign?
You are really going to be upset if, God forbid, a large hurricane comes thru.
Don’t see the connect between “money from these homes” and taking care of common areas”.

[GATORBILL66]

I think there was a thread earlier but it seems to have been frozen. Was curious re the piles of debris on the roadsides. From those who have been here through past storms, what is the timeframe those are typically removed? Had heard and experienced in the earlier storms this year (this is our first year) that the crews are great at cleanup after a storm. This storm was obviously much larger and created much more debris. It seemed like the crews got on it quick and got most of it piled up but have been surprised there doesn't seem to have been any collection and removal of the piles. What has been the typical timeframes from past experiences?

contact the cdc.

[Stu from NYC]

Wonder if after the brush dries out if it can be burnt for electricity?

[Kittycat2]

It is what it is!:shrug::shrug:

[Bness]

From GoldWingnut

In this week's GWL I'll discuss FEMA funds for cleanup, Landowner Elections, Bonds being issues for fire stations 47, 48, 49, & 50. Where the heck is 50? I'll let you know what I think.

Gold Wingnut Live #37 10/20/2024 at 3:00 PM - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/live/2tJMd0l5zfI?si=Q0JHmzMZ09E6km9K)

Station 50 will be east of Middleton signs are up but no construction.

[JanRoberts]

Praise God it's not your home piled up out there while you wait and be as generous as you can to people who lost everything and loved ones from here to NC. 🙏🏼

[Goldwingnut]

Station 50 will be east of Middleton signs are up but no construction.

Nope, that's station #49 that you are seeing the signs for east of Eastport, it is in Sumter Conty. #50 will be located in Lake County.

[Goldwingnut]

That was probably me. The Villages has been way too slow in removing debris from the storms. It is dangerous. On 466A there is a whole tree laying there. If they want the money from all these homes, they need to take care of the areas common to everyone

Maintenance of CR466A is the responsibility of Sumter County. Sumter County is not involved in the sale of home. A tree down in the median or on the side of the road that has been cleared sufficient as to not impede traffic on CR466A is a very low priority as compared to what has happened and is being done in the southern portion of the County.

Of course you also confuse the District Government of The Villages, with the Developer called The Villages. They are not the same. Also, the District has no involvement the sale of the homes in this community.

The Developer has little involvement with the maintenance and upkeep of properties that area not Commercial properties or Championship Golf Courses or residential properties they own because they are either incomplete or are inventory that has not sold.

Both the District Government and Sumter County offer free orientation courses on how both government entities work. I highly recommend you take both courses as it appears by you comments that you have some major gaps in your knowledge of the community and the county.

[capecoralbill]

A long time. In 2017 after Irma many of your fellow Villagers piled all their debris up at the mail stations instead of being patient and it cause quite a mess. Just be patient.

I was here for that, I remember them telling us to be patient. After about two months people stopped being patient and that's when they started taking their debris to the postal station parking lots.
If I recall it took them three months to clean up the storm debris from my right of way,. My lawn was ruined by this delay and miscommunications. I suspect the same incompetence for this storm too.

[Wondering]

I think we had debris piles for a few weeks after Irma.
I don't remember piles like these laying around this long after Irma.. If you cut palm branches and fit them in the large paper bags, garbage trucks take them. If branches sit for too long a period of time, the leaves dry out and then there is a bigger mess.

[maistocars]

Well, on the bright side, the only good thing about the storm is it knocked off much of the dead palm leaves from the tress that the Villages refuses to trim.

[DebMil]

I only read on FB that FEMA is picking it up. That would be a while. But, I would verify with the CDD

[Bogie Shooter]

I only read on FB that FEMA is picking it up. That would be a while. But, I would verify with the CDD

Ah yes, FB the source for factual information.🤓

[mtdjed]

I don't remember piles like these laying around this long after Irma.. If you cut palm branches and fit them in the large paper bags, garbage trucks take them. If branches sit for too long a period of time, the leaves dry out and then there is a bigger mess.

We are talking about more than brown paper bags when you have a hurricane blast through the area. I don't pretend to understand the whole concept, but if we open our eyes, you can obviously see massive amounts litter that is well beyond the scope of our contracted trash and garbage service. We should recognize that companies like Jacobs have a defined scope that they perform. You cannot expect them to get rid of all this trash.

So, the job needs to be performed and paid for by other entities. There has to be money to pay for this service and we look to towns, county, state and Federal have to manage the program. You are not going to see FEMA, Florida State trucks etc doing the work. It needs to be contracted out to private contractors. In addition, there needs to be a drop off and disposal areas.

None of the above happens overnight.

[Normal]

Wow, roofs are gone here in the villages, fences are blown over and there is worry about natural debris? Priorities.

[Wiserbud47]

The rumor going around was that we were waiting for FEMA. But I guess we're forbidden to ask that question.

Hopefully the new rumor that it's going to be picked up tomorrow will turn out to be true. I like that one a lot better -- unless we see "FEMA" on the side of the trucks!

It won't say FEMA on the truck, but the The Villages has decided to depend on government money to pickup the storm debris. They are using an outside contractor for the pickup.
The debris on the streets could have been picked up by Jacobs on a special Saturday pickup. There really is not that much on the residential streets.
The debris along the main highways outside of the residential streets should have been picked up by the landscaping companies that work for The Villages. They are the ones the made the piles.
It would have all been done by now.
I wonder how many residents are in favor of The Villages using FEMA funds for this purpose? I'm not.

[Bill14564]

It won't say FEMA on the truck, but the The Villages has decided to depend on government money to pickup the storm debris. They are using an outside contractor for the pickup.
The debris on the streets could have been picked up by Jacobs on a special Saturday pickup. There really is not that much on the residential streets.
The debris along the main highways outside of the residential streets should have been picked up by the landscaping companies that work for The Villages. They are the ones the made the piles.
It would have all been done by now.
I wonder how many residents are in favor of The Villages using FEMA funds for this purpose? I'm not.

Count me as one of the residents who is supportive of the way this cleanup is being handled.

The scope of the effort is much greater than the few piles you have counted while driving to the squares. Plus, the cleanup of our area is less of a priority than the larger cleanup outside our bubble and the ongoing situation in the south of the county.

Govt. can be inefficient and slow but in this case I am willing to cut them some slack and accept that my problems, our piles of rubbish, are not the most pressing issues.

[Bogie Shooter]

It won't say FEMA on the truck, but the The Villages has decided to depend on government money to pickup the storm debris. They are using an outside contractor for the pickup.
The debris on the streets could have been picked up by Jacobs on a special Saturday pickup. There really is not that much on the residential streets.
The debris along the main highways outside of the residential streets should have been picked up by the landscaping companies that work for The Villages. They are the ones the made the piles.
It would have all been done by now.
I wonder how many residents are in favor of The Villages using FEMA funds for this purpose? I'm not.

I’m ok with the way it is being go handled.
Saw the the truck /claw picking up on Morse near LSL yesterday afternoon.

[graciegirl]

I only read on FB that FEMA is picking it up. That would be a while. But, I would verify with the CDD

I thought so too, but I too don't know for sure. If Fema picks them up, it takes a while, and it will save us the money we already paid to taxes, so why not?

Patience, grasshoppers.

[Bogie Shooter]

I thought so too, but I too don't know for sure. If Fema picks them up, it takes a while, and it will save us the money we already paid to taxes, so why not?

Patience, grasshoppers.

And the rumors continue to be spread…….

[mraines]

I think there was a thread earlier but it seems to have been frozen. Was curious re the piles of debris on the roadsides. From those who have been here through past storms, what is the timeframe those are typically removed? Had heard and experienced in the earlier storms this year (this is our first year) that the crews are great at cleanup after a storm. This storm was obviously much larger and created much more debris. It seemed like the crews got on it quick and got most of it piled up but have been surprised there doesn't seem to have been any collection and removal of the piles. What has been the typical timeframes from past experiences?

I believe the Villages is waiting for FEMA to help with cleanup which I strongly oppose. We should not be taking resources away from those who really need FEMA's help.

[Bogie Shooter]

I believe the Villages is waiting for FEMA to help with cleanup which I strongly oppose. We should not be taking resources away from those who really need FEMA's help.

What kind of trucks does FEMA have?

[Normal]

I believe the Villages is waiting for FEMA to help with cleanup which I strongly oppose. We should not be taking resources away from those who really need FEMA's help.

It takes a while for those funds to be released to pay for the cleanup. For some reason, the FEMA accounts are fairly depleted. There is accounting juggling going on to secure solid funding.

[asianthree]

What kind of trucks does FEMA have?

FEMA hires companies to just pick up Hurricane debris. Today on BV near Lopez there were 3 large dump trucks, with CW truck in front and one behind the third truck, with flashers. There wasn’t any signage on any of the 3 trucks. 6 workers loading. Piles are at least 6’ high with a pile every 20’ or so.

[Wiserbud47]

Wildwood is almost finished cleaning up the storm debris in their city. I am glad they have managed the issue so well. They are using their own crews rather than federal government contractors.

[Maker]

Wildwood is almost finished cleaning up the storm debris in their city. I am glad they have managed the issue so well. They are using their own crews rather than federal government contractors.

For the thousands of villages homes located within Wildwood - who have paid property taxes to Wildwood - has Wildwood picked up any debris from your streets?

If not, what good is paying taxes to Wildwood? Shouldn't they provide services to ALL taxpayers? The streets are their responsibility.

[Altavia]

For the thousands of villages homes located within Wildwood - who have paid property taxes to Wildwood - has Wildwood picked up any debris from your streets?

If not, what good is paying taxes to Wildwood? Shouldn't they provide services to ALL taxpayers? The streets are their responsibility.

Maybe someone can confirm:

If I understand correctly, the Villages is reimbursed at a standard roadside maintenance rate per mile for roads in the Villages. Maintenance beyond what the state/ county/ municipality pays is covered be the Villages. (?)

[kcrazorbackfan]

I believe the Villages is waiting for FEMA to help with cleanup which I strongly oppose. We should not be taking resources away from those who really need FEMA's help.

Ok, would you rather have The Villages pass on the costs for homeowners to pay for cleanup of the trash piles? Didn’t think so.

[Pairadocs]

I think we had debris piles for a few weeks after Irma.

Right, and CHARLIE, those piles were around for weeks, months, I thought the positive... at LEAST they gathered it into piles after Charlie like they have now.

[Pairadocs]

Ok, would you rather have The Villages pass on the costs for homeowners to pay for cleanup of the trash piles? Didn’t think so.

I think a LOT of people think of "government money" as some honey pot not at all connected to any of "their" money. I remember long ago the small community in which I lived was going to get a free, 100% FREE bridge. They were elated, not a sent of their/or (the residents) money, it was going to be paid for entirely with FEDERAL money, free money, the best kind !

[kkingston57]

Previously, the debris only needed to be picked up in the general area of The Villages. Presently, it needs to be picked up from the gulf coast to the Atlantic coast, all across Central Florida.

So it might take a minute. Be patient.

Did not include other areas of the south. A lot of companies sent crews to Georgia and N. Carolina after Helene

[kkingston57]

The rumor going around was that we were waiting for FEMA. But I guess we're forbidden to ask that question.

Hopefully the new rumor that it's going to be picked up tomorrow will turn out to be true. I like that one a lot better -- unless we see "FEMA" on the side of the trucks!

FEMA does not do the work. Municipalities and other agencies do the work and they try to get reimbursed by FEMA. Florida Power and Light is working on charging their customers over a billion $$ for their damages in other parts of Florida

[mrbgull]

Chill

[capecoralbill]

Wildwood is almost finished cleaning up the storm debris in their city. I am glad they have managed the issue so well. They are using their own crews rather than federal government contractors.

I live in Alhambra and I'm still waiting, meanwhile my grass is dying.

[capecoralbill]

I live in Alhambra and I'm still waiting, meanwhile my grass is dying.

still dying

[Bill14564]

still dying

Has everything else in your neighborhood been picked up but you were skipped?

Have you called Customer Service to ask about the timing for your neighborhood?

One thing that certainly won't get them picked up ---- posting about it here.

[capecoralbill]

Has everything else in your neighborhood been picked up but you were skipped?
One thing that certainly won't get them picked up ---- posting about it here.

Still waiting

[Bilyclub]

I don’t understand all the posts about diverting funds from people who really need it. The federal government, including FEMA is a cesspool of incompetence. The graft and overcharging coupled with sheer ignorance is common. If TV doesn’t apply and get funds some other entity will. If the government wants to really fund something they can do it. Look at the deficit.

[Bogie Shooter]

Still waiting

Did you take bills advice about calling?

[Bill14564]

Did you take bills advice about calling?

Thank you

[graciegirl]

The rumor going around was that we were waiting for FEMA. But I guess we're forbidden to ask that question.

Hopefully the new rumor that it's going to be picked up tomorrow will turn out to be true. I like that one a lot better -- unless we see "FEMA" on the side of the trucks!

I believe that rumor to be correct. That is why we pay taxes so that we can have all the same benefits other people get. The last time it took a long, long time for Fema to pick up the piles. If it were The Villages doing it, it would be gone presto, but why pay for something that is already covered?

[Altavia]

Post-Hurricane Debris Haul Information - The Villages Community Development Districts (https://www.districtgov.org/whats-happening/news/post-hurricane-debris-haul-information/?fbclid=IwY2xjawGRqi9leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHer9CGRu0LqX bwefV0WGgeZb1DF9uruqEg9AQ2fB2djRQVu4YkJxKub8BA_aem _exzMpIGWX1aoUqmh1koI_w)

Post-Hurricane Debris Haul

The District has executed a Notice to Proceed for contracted Debris Management Collection and Removal Services resulting from Hurricane Milton.

Due to the overwhelming demand created by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, there is a shortage of debris collection and removal services across multiple states; it will take several weeks or longer to collect and thoroughly remove all storm-related debris. Given the amount of tree and vegetation debris within The Villages, residents should expect a lengthy process for debris collection and removal, depending on the area they reside within The Villages.

Reminders for Residents:

Storm-related tree/vegetation debris should be piled in the Road Right of Way, which is usually the 6-10’ grassy area of residential front lawns, behind the curb area. Debris may NOT be placed on the road or multi-modal paths.

Collectors will not pick it up.
Residential storm-related debris should be piled up by October 20, 2024, for pick-up by our contracted debris management company.

After that date, you will need to remove your own storm debris, as the contractor will perform one sweep through each unit. District Property Management will post a schedule on postal stations for when each District should anticipate pick-up within their area.

Jacobs will continue to pick up lawn clippings and residential lawn waste; they will NOT pick up storm-related debris piles.

Do not place household garbage or other debris for pick-up. Our debris collection contractor will NOT pick it up.

Do not drop storm-related debris on the roadway or recreation centers. Our debris collection contractor will NOT pick it up.

Do NOT use plastic bags for storm-related debris. Leave it unbagged or use paper biodegradable bags only.

We ask for patience and understanding during this process since, as mentioned, it may take weeks, if not more, to complete.

Thank you for your patience during Hurricane Milton’s aftermath. District staff is working hard to restore our community to “normalcy” as quickly as possible.

[Bogie Shooter]

I believe that rumor to be correct. That is why we pay taxes so that we can have all the same benefits other people get. The last time it took a long, long time for Fema to pick up the piles. If it were The Villages doing it, it would be gone presto, but why pay for something that is already covered?

Suggest you read above posts? Mentioned numerous times The Villages is doing it………not waiting for FEMA! Besides FEMA ain’t got no trucks………:rant-rave:

[capecoralbill]

Thank you

I thought it would be interesting to post onto this form, so that others could see how long it would take for the Fema financed, Villages managed Clean up to be executed.
My storm debris was picked up on October the 10th.

Thank you for all the constructive criticism.

[fdpaq0580]

90+ square miles of hurricane trash to gather, pick up and dispose of. And that is just TV. It isn't going to be gone "presto" no matter who cleans it up. Every day I see piles of trash being gathered and then disposed of. ImHo, I feel the workers are doing a great job. If you can't be patient, if you think you can do better, lend a hand. Actually, it will be best if we all just stay out of the way and let the workers do their jobs. Bitch and moan all you want if it makes you feel better, but it will do nothing to speed up the process. For us in TV it is a diminishing and temporary eyesore. Most of us can count ourselves very lucky. Have patience and prayers for those less fortunate.

[Bogie Shooter]

:ho:90+ square miles of hurricane trash to gather, pick up and dispose of. And that is just TV. It isn't going to be gone "presto" no matter who cleans it up. Every day I see piles of trash being gathered and then disposed of. ImHo, I feel the workers are doing a great job. If you can't be patient, if you think you can do better, lend a hand. Actually, it will be best if we all just stay out of the way and let the workers do their jobs. Bitch and moan all you want if it makes you feel better, but it will do nothing to speed up the process. For us in TV it is a diminishing and temporary eyesore. Most of us can count ourselves very lucky. Have patience and prayers for those less fortunate.
:ho:

[Kenswing]

I thought it would be interesting to post onto this form, so that others could see how long it would take for the Fema financed, Villages managed Clean up to be executed.
My storm debris was picked up on October the 10th.

Thank you for all the constructive criticism.

So they picked up your debris a month ago and you’re still going on about it?

[capecoralbill]

So they picked up your debris a month ago and you’re still going on about it?

My mistake, I meant to say they pick up the storm debris on NOVEMBER 10th. Not October. I need to take my time and proofread my posts.

[graciegirl]

I believe the Villages is waiting for FEMA to help with cleanup which I strongly oppose. We should not be taking resources away from those who really need FEMA's help.

We apparently are not taking it away from them. We are waiting for them to come and pick up ours. We paid for it. Good for one. Good for all.

[Altavia]

Hurricane Milton Debris Collection Update 11/13/2024 - The Villages Community Development Districts (https://www.districtgov.org/whats-happening/news/hurricane-milton-debris-collection-update-11-13-2024/)

Hurricane Milton Debris Collection Update 11/13/2024

Following Hurricane Milton, the Village Community Development Districts engaged our debris hauling contractor, Ceres, to handle storm debris collection throughout The Villages.

As local government entities, each District qualifies for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reimbursement for these cleanup efforts.

Debris removal must be accurately coordinated, tracked, and separated (by District) for FEMA reimbursement purposes; so, this is a carefully planned, monitored, and executed operation.

As of today, District 2 collection and Recreation Centers collection have been completed. Contractors are working in Districts 1 and 4 currently.

Important Reminders for Residents:

To ensure efficient collection and maintain community safety, please –

Place all storm debris in the right of way of your residential property and it MUST BE PLACED ON THE GRASS;

Do not place debris in roadways, cul-de-sacs, or on driveways; and

Keep debris clear of storm drain inlets and electrical boxes, and please do not use plastic bags for any storm debris.

Thank you for your continued patience and support and we will continue to provide updates on when you can anticipate collection in your district. If you have questions or concerns, please contact District Customer Service at 352-753-4508.

For more information, please contact Customer Service at 352-753-4508.

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Hurricane Milton Debris Collection Underway - The Villages Community Development Districts (https://www.districtgov.org/whats-happening/news/hurricane-milton-debris-collection-underway/#:~:text=Debris%20collection%20began%20October%202 0,as%20the%20debris%20is%20collected).