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N44125 12-23-2015 12:38 PM
Pool Restrooms Used by Contractors?
 
Noticed in the 'other' newspaper that 2 non-villagers used the bathrooms at Colony Neighborhood Pool and stole money, credit cards, etc. I noticed at our neighborhood pool that many contractors (lawn care, trash removal, etc.) use the bathrooms. Is that allowed? But then I thought about the alternative, i.e., where would they go? Just curious.....

Sandtrap328 12-23-2015 12:49 PM
I have seen service workers such as lawn crews, garbage collectors, etc use the golf course restrooms at the 7th hole on Fox Run many times. To me, there is absolutely nothing wrong with that. Where else would you expect them to go for a bathroom need?

How would money or credit cards be stolen from bathrooms? Do some people leave wallets on the counter when using a stall? Mighty foolish if they do!

RickeyD 12-23-2015 12:51 PM
Pool Restrooms Used by Contractors?
 
The victims, let's prosecute...yes

redwitch 12-23-2015 12:55 PM
Think the stolen items were on benches or shelves while folks took showers and got dressed. Kinda dumb, to me. To blame the lawn crews, etc. is just wrong IMO. Anyone could have gone in and stolen the items from rec staff to Villagers and their guests to workers to thieves who prey on this type of behaivor to workers.

And, yes, workers are allowed to use the pool, rec and golf course restrooms. Certainly beats the alternatives.

MikeV 12-23-2015 01:10 PM
The Colony Neighborhood Pool does not have showers except for the one to use before entering the pool. In three years I have never seen anyone use it. The rest room is in the corner and near some tables. I would guess if this really happened the items were left on said tables. I highly doubt that anyone would leave valuables just laying out on tables near a rest room.

rubicon 12-23-2015 01:37 PM
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Originally Posted by MikeV (Post 1162275)
The Colony Neighborhood Pool does not have showers except for the one to use before entering the pool. In three years I have never seen anyone use it. The rest room is in the corner and near some tables. I would guess if this really happened the items were left on said tables. I highly doubt that anyone would leave valuables just laying out on tables near a rest room.
Hi MikeV: Don't doubt> I have found more than once where a shopper has left bagged groceries in their shopping cart and driven off. Or left their keys in the postal box often times with car keys to boot. I thought how do you get home if you left your car keys in your postal box. answer you had two sets of keys and left the car running using the second to get mail.

Now we have someone who leaves his keys in the postal box and may well go to the car and find it stolen .

So here in The villages and as they say "expect the unexpected"

Buono Natale

theorem painter 12-23-2015 01:41 PM
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Originally Posted by MikeV (Post 1162275)
The Colony Neighborhood Pool does not have showers except for the one to use before entering the pool. In three years I have never seen anyone use it. The rest room is in the corner and near some tables. I would guess if this really happened the items were left on said tables. I highly doubt that anyone would leave valuables just laying out on tables near a rest room.
According to the "other newspaper" the wallet was in a pair of shorts that were left in the changing room.

RickeyD 12-23-2015 01:44 PM
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Originally Posted by N44125 (Post 1162261)
Noticed in the 'other' newspaper that 2 non-villagers used the bathrooms at Colony Neighborhood Pool and stole money, credit cards, etc. I noticed at our neighborhood pool that many contractors (lawn care, trash removal, etc.) use the bathrooms. Is that allowed? But then I thought about the alternative, i.e., where would they go? Just curious.....

Where does anyone that works in the field go ? Typically behind a dumpster, behind a tree, an empty gatoraid bottle or in the case of a more substantial need, a 5 gallon pail lined with a plastic bag. The devil is surely in the details.

Bogie Shooter 12-23-2015 01:47 PM
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Originally Posted by theorem painter (Post 1162292)
According to the "other newspaper" the wallet was in a pair of shorts that were left in the changing room.
And that was dumb!

Bogie Shooter 12-23-2015 01:48 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by N44125 (Post 1162261)
Noticed in the 'other' newspaper that 2 non-villagers used the bathrooms at Colony Neighborhood Pool and stole money, credit cards, etc. I noticed at our neighborhood pool that many contractors (lawn care, trash removal, etc.) use the bathrooms. Is that allowed? But then I thought about the alternative, i.e., where would they go? Just curious.....
These perps where not the folks you mention.

Bonny 12-23-2015 02:05 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by N44125 (Post 1162261)
Noticed in the 'other' newspaper that 2 non-villagers used the bathrooms at Colony Neighborhood Pool and stole money, credit cards, etc. I noticed at our neighborhood pool that many contractors (lawn care, trash removal, etc.) use the bathrooms. Is that allowed? But then I thought about the alternative, i.e., where would they go? Just curious.....
Who would leave their shorts in a changing room with their wallet in it. DUH !!
I would hate to see contractors going behind the bushes. :22yikes:

bagboy 12-23-2015 02:06 PM
These two thieves were just that...thieves. Both have prior convictions for theft and who knows what else. This probably isn't the first time they have entered restrooms near pools knowing there may be valuables left unattended while people are swimming. And then to run right over to local merchants and use the stolen credit cards so quickly just shows how disgustingly savvy they are in being criminals.

bagboy 12-23-2015 02:08 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by N44125 (Post 1162261)
Noticed in the 'other' newspaper that 2 non-villagers used the bathrooms at Colony Neighborhood Pool and stole money, credit cards, etc. I noticed at our neighborhood pool that many contractors (lawn care, trash removal, etc.) use the bathrooms. Is that allowed? But then I thought about the alternative, i.e., where would they go? Just curious.....
They were not contractors or workers. They are thieves !!!

Bogie Shooter 12-23-2015 02:17 PM
A couple has been arrested after they were connected to the theft of a pair of shorts from the men’s changing room at the swimming pool at Colony Cottage Recreation Center.

The shorts were taken Dec. 4 and contained a Villager’s wallet which held $100 cash, his Florida driver’s license, an Outback Steakhouse gift card, his Villages ID card, and three credit cards.

The credit cards were later used at three local businesses – the nearby Walgreens, Publix and Shell gas station, all on Colony Boulevard.

Items purchased included Vodka, beer, cigarettes, razors and prepaid credit cards.

Brian Mark Krajewski
Brian Mark Krajewski

Kelly Ann Hendrix
Kelly Ann Hendrix

Video surveillance and other clues led Sumter County Sheriff’s Office detectives to 40-year-old Brian Mark Krajewski and 51-year-old Kelly Lynn Hendrix. They were arrested on Tuesday on charges including larceny and fraud.

Both told detectives they had stopped by Colony Cottage Recreation Center to use the restroom.

Hendrix was out on bond at the time the shorts were stolen. She had been accused of stealing from a 79-year-old Villager. Hendrix was booked at the Sumter County Detention Center on $20,000 bond.

Krajewski has prior theft convictions in Lake and Osceola counties. He posted $6,000 bond and has been released.

RickeyD 12-23-2015 02:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter (Post 1162316)
A couple has been arrested after they were connected to the theft of a pair of shorts from the men’s changing room at the swimming pool at Colony Cottage Recreation Center.



The shorts were taken Dec. 4 and contained a Villager’s wallet which held $100 cash, his Florida driver’s license, an Outback Steakhouse gift card, his Villages ID card, and three credit cards.



The credit cards were later used at three local businesses – the nearby Walgreens, Publix and Shell gas station, all on Colony Boulevard.



Items purchased included Vodka, beer, cigarettes, razors and prepaid credit cards.



Brian Mark Krajewski

Brian Mark Krajewski



Kelly Ann Hendrix

Kelly Ann Hendrix



Video surveillance and other clues led Sumter County Sheriff’s Office detectives to 40-year-old Brian Mark Krajewski and 51-year-old Kelly Lynn Hendrix. They were arrested on Tuesday on charges including larceny and fraud.



Both told detectives they had stopped by Colony Cottage Recreation Center to use the restroom.



Hendrix was out on bond at the time the shorts were stolen. She had been accused of stealing from a 79-year-old Villager. Hendrix was booked at the Sumter County Detention Center on $20,000 bond.



Krajewski has prior theft convictions in Lake and Osceola counties. He posted $6,000 bond and has been released.

Where did this POS get $6,000 ?

Bonny 12-23-2015 02:33 PM
I just read the news on it. Kelly has been around a long time. She used to work in the Villages. Lots of trouble !!

RickeyD 12-23-2015 02:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Bonny (Post 1162323)
I just read the news on it. Kelly has been around a long time. She used to work in the Villages. Lots of trouble !!

Rats stick around if the feeding is good.

Bonny 12-23-2015 02:39 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by RickeyD (Post 1162317)
Where did this POS get $6,000 ?
Probably had to pay 10 %

RickeyD 12-23-2015 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Bonny (Post 1162330)
Probably had to pay 10 %

Shows ya what I know about the criminal justice system.

Happinow 12-23-2015 03:32 PM
Use ID cards
 
Sorry, but I believe we should have to use our ID card to enter all facilities....the pool, the Rec centers, the pickleball courts. We pay for those facilities. They are not open to the public, yet any of the public can access them. Anyone can go into a Rec center and use the bathrooms. These are not public facilities. If we had to use our ID cards this would eliminate our facilities being used by those who haven't paid for them. We all came from places that did not have pools, Rec centers and the abundance of facilities that The Villages has. And, we all had contractors working in our towns and cities. They found places to potty....usually gas stations or quick marts. Why should it be different here?

mikemalloy 12-23-2015 05:17 PM
This question came up when we were attending the Villages Academy. The answer was that the pool bathrooms were "public" and therefore available for everyone. (I should have asked "if that's true, are they maintained by tax money or Villager fees? But I didn't.)

Kannon451 12-23-2015 05:54 PM
The rush by some to attack the victim as less than smart is to be expected here. The only thing he Is guilty of is thinking TV is a safe place. As TV grows in size and population, so will the number of low life's It attracts looking to take advantage of it's residents and facilities.

Sandtrap328 12-23-2015 05:57 PM
True, the two thieves should be sent to a hard time jail for a long stretch.

However, you just have to think that ANYONE in The Villages would know - from their past life experiences - that you NEVER leave your wallet with money and credit cards out of your sight. :shrug:

BobnBev 12-23-2015 06:42 PM
Can we get pictures of the perps?

Rickg 12-23-2015 07:40 PM
The collier neighborhood pool restrooms are used very heavily by contractors. Unfortunately the bathrooms are out of service more than they should be because of the messes left behind. I don't know what the answer is but it's discouraging that the bathrooms are left with toilets overflowing etc. . Contractors working outside of the villages find places to go to the bathroom.

Bogie Shooter 12-23-2015 08:26 PM
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Originally Posted by BobnBev (Post 1162401)
Can we get pictures of the perps?
Pics on the on line news site.

Villageswimmer 12-24-2015 07:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Rickg (Post 1162410)
The collier neighborhood pool restrooms are used very heavily by contractors. Unfortunately the bathrooms are out of service more than they should be because of the messes left behind. I don't know what the answer is but it's discouraging that the bathrooms are left with toilets overflowing etc. . Contractors working outside of the villages find places to go to the bathroom.
I've never seen a problem at our pool, but my husband says the contractors leave the men's restroom a filthy mess consistently.

Bonny 12-24-2015 10:04 AM
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Originally Posted by Villageswimmer (Post 1162520)
I've never seen a problem at our pool, but my husband says the contractors leave the men's restroom a filthy mess consistently.
Just curious. Does hubby go in before and after the contractors to see if they are the ones making a mess ?

tomwed 12-24-2015 10:16 AM
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Originally Posted by Bonny (Post 1162600)
Just curious. Does hubby go in before and after the contractors to see if they are the ones making a mess ?
I was thinking that too. Some of these opinions are pretty funny to read. How many villagers were contractors or worked for contractors at one time or another? Not to mention the rest of their family, friends and neighbors that were just insulted.

NotGolfer 12-24-2015 10:59 AM
I don't see this as an issue! Where would you have the workers "go"?? I'm thankful for the grounds-keepers and others who make this a beautiful place to live in. My thoughts go to "let's try to pay things forward and not be negative, be kind and not impatient and think we're above others"!!

spring_chicken 12-24-2015 11:03 AM
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Originally Posted by NotGolfer (Post 1162614)
I don't see this as an issue! Where would you have the workers "go"?? I'm thankful for the grounds-keepers and others who make this a beautiful place to live in. My thoughts go to "let's try to pay things forward and not be negative, be kind and not impatient and think we're above others"!!
The same place they "go" all over the country outside The Villages?

golfing eagles 12-24-2015 11:51 AM
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Originally Posted by NotGolfer (Post 1162614)
I don't see this as an issue! Where would you have the workers "go"?? I'm thankful for the grounds-keepers and others who make this a beautiful place to live in. My thoughts go to "let's try to pay things forward and not be negative, be kind and not impatient and think we're above others"!!
I agree with one caveat: It doesn't matter (or shouldn't) whether you are a neurosurgeon of Ben Carson's ability or the guy who like Ed Norton cleans out the sewers----there is no reason to be a pig and leave a filthy mess. This not only goes for "contractors" but also residents. Based on observing golf course behavior such as not repairing ballmarks, not filling divots, and not raking traps---the "leave it for someone else to do" attitude, it would not be beyond belief that some of the "filthy mess" is created by our own Villagers. And if that is true, what better scapegoat than "the contractors". I made a simple rule in our office---"You plug it, you plunge it", and "Your mother is not her to clean up after you"

bagboy 12-24-2015 11:56 AM
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Originally Posted by golfing eagles (Post 1162635)
I agree with one caveat: It doesn't matter (or shouldn't) whether you are a neurosurgeon of Ben Carson's ability or the guy who like Ed Norton cleans out the sewers----there is no reason to be a pig and leave a filthy mess. This not only goes for "contractors" but also residents. Based on observing golf course behavior such as not repairing ballmarks, not filling divots, and not raking traps---the "leave it for someone else to do" attitude, it would not be beyond belief that some of the "filthy mess" is created by our own Villagers. And if that is true, what better scapegoat than "the contractors". I made a simple rule in our office---"You plug it, you plunge it", and "Your mother is not her to clean up after you"
I agree totally.

goodtimesintv 12-24-2015 12:13 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Happinow (Post 1162347)
Sorry, but I believe we should have to use our ID card to enter all facilities....the pool, the Rec centers, the pickleball courts. We pay for those facilities. They are not open to the public, yet any of the public can access them. Anyone can go into a Rec center and use the bathrooms. These are not public facilities. If we had to use our ID cards this would eliminate our facilities being used by those who haven't paid for them. We all came from places that did not have pools, Rec centers and the abundance of facilities that The Villages has. And, we all had contractors working in our towns and cities. They found places to potty....usually gas stations or quick marts. Why should it be different here?
Exactly.

Wherever we lived before, did all the do-gooders on here tell landscape, building, and other contractors to just walk in and use bathrooms at the member-owned pool & tennis club nearby? Never!!

Sandtrap328 12-24-2015 01:36 PM
Personally, I do not mind one bit if maintenance workers use the pool or golf course bathrooms - but like anyone be clean about it.

I, however, think that ID card check should be a MUST for someone to enter the pool area to sun and swim. There are lots of non-residents from the surrounding communities who regularly use the pools. They know the random pool checkers will not check IDs of people in the water so they hop in when a check is being started.

tomwed 12-24-2015 01:51 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by golfing eagles (Post 1162635)
"Your mother is not her to clean up after you"
That's the problem; poor upbringing.

Jimigolf 12-24-2015 02:55 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by golfing eagles (Post 1162635)
I agree with one caveat: It doesn't matter (or shouldn't) whether you are a neurosurgeon of Ben Carson's ability or the guy who like Ed Norton cleans out the sewers----there is no reason to be a pig and leave a filthy mess. This not only goes for "contractors" but also residents. Based on observing golf course behavior such as not repairing ballmarks, not filling divots, and not raking traps---the "leave it for someone else to do" attitude, it would not be beyond belief that some of the "filthy mess" is created by our own Villagers. And if that is true, what better scapegoat than "the contractors". I made a simple rule in our office---"You plug it, you plunge it", and "Your mother is not her to clean up after you"
Not sure I have a clue about Ben Carson's surgical ability but otherwise agree. When's the last time you stepped up to a Urinal in either A Country Club or a Villages Restaurant and didn't have to dodge the leftover remnants of previous visitors. My guess is that contractors have better aim and p--s in the Urinals and not in front or to the side of them. Leave the contractors alone and stop criticizing them. Oh, unless you are Donald Trump of course.

RickeyD 12-24-2015 03:03 PM
Pool Restrooms Used by Contractors?
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by tomwed (Post 1162602)
I was thinking that too. Some of these opinions are pretty funny to read. How many villagers were contractors or worked for contractors at one time or another? Not to mention the rest of their family, friends and neighbors that were just insulted.

I'm a contractor, not insulted. [emoji849] I think it's funny, knowing I made more money than some guy who worked behind a desk his whole life.

tomwed 12-24-2015 03:32 PM
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Originally Posted by RickeyD (Post 1162704)
I'm a contractor, not insulted. [emoji849] I think it's funny, knowing I made more money than some guy who worked behind a desk his whole life.
That is funny.
My father was an electrical contractor. I never asked him if he was told not to use certain bathrooms because he's only a contractor and might not know how to not leave a mess.
How about police officers? Can they use our bathrooms?

JoMar 12-24-2015 03:37 PM
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Originally Posted by goodtimesintv (Post 1162647)
Exactly.

Wherever we lived before, did all the do-gooders on here tell landscape, building, and other contractors to just walk in and use bathrooms at the member-owned pool & tennis club nearby? Never!!
You will find that many things here are done differently then where we lived before.....and that's not necessarily a bad thing.


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