News for New Areas South
 

Looking for ANY news on what's happening for TV's far south, especially the EASTERN side toward Leesburg... affecting new areas of La Belle and Osceola Hills... Is this the area of the "final" build-out?

First set of inquiries (and there are many sets): When will the Burnsed Rec Center open? Any other rec centers/pools to be added here? Any new executive courses planned for the south (Soaring Eagle-Rohan areas east toward Leesburg)? Is there any talk of expansion across 44 (there's a LOT of open lands there). Will Morse Blvd continue across 44? Will the "wildlife" areas be accessible? Is that a "hidden river" south of Belle Glade CC?

Moving into TV (closing this month)... Just as you Northern TVs looked for news when the north was developed, and you Middle TVs craved information on the great central lands, and the Western TVs could not wait for Brownwood talk, we, the newest residents of the TV Universe, seek news on our land claims to the far south and east....Thank you!

Do you want rumor or facts?

Is this the area of the "final" build-out?

:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

Seriously, most of this "information" is usually rumor until something is actually being built

response to questions regarding belle glade, tv southeast;
 

There is a master plan for the villages that has existed since at least 2010 and that plan shows tv southeast as the final buildout. You would need to call/contact for that info.

Ownership of any property in lake, marion or sumter county can be discovered on the local county's webpage, for example; lake county property appraiser.

Morse boulevard south of 44 is cr 468 and that is discovered on google.

Yes, but there may very well have been a "master plan" in 2005, 2000, 1990, etc. The one from 1975 probably showed 75 trailers and possibly a convenience store. Plans change.

Regarding the "hidden river", I have observed it flowing in opposite directions on two separate days.

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"So many social engagements, so little time."

I have taken the liberty to edit your first sentence with the intent of adding more clarity and accuracy:

"...Is this the area of the next "final" build-out?..."

No news to share? Hmmm... I suppose TVs deep southeast (LaBelle and Osceola Hills) isn't on TOTV radar yet... Will try old-school way...discovering on own.

On that, I do have some good news!

A Publix grocery store and a Citizens Bank office are being built in the shopping area near the Rohan Center... so, the LaBelle-Osceola Hills folk do not have to travel far for essentials. Learned that new Burnsed Rec (and Moyer Rec) are classified as "under construction"... With Burnsed RUMORED to be open soon.

Heard that the postal stations in these areas are opened when residents hit 20% of build... not sure where mail goes...

While I hoped that others in-the-know could/would chime in, as I learn more, I will update information.

As to the suggestion placed about "rumors"... news is news...

Presuming to speak for the new TV South-Easterns, "we" are thrilled to be residents of what looks to be the most amazing retirement place on earth.

So true:thumbup:

Having watched several new areas being built, I can assure you that the mail stations/local pools are completed long before any homes are sold. We bought in one of the first areas of Hillsborough to be sold, and had no problems receiving mail starting the day we closed.

When The Villages makes a formal announcement or we see it coming out of the ground, we shall then know. :D

The guys over at Jersey Mike's Sub Shop said they are opening a new location in that Publix Shopping Center, I guess they got there before Subway. We can only cross our fingers. If you're not familar, go and eat one of their subs, they are located in front of Target next to Jim's Golf Shop, and they have surpassed 1000 locations nationwide.

I guess you know the Rohan Rec Center opened. Two ways to stay on top of news. One is to subsribe to TV News Letter on their main website, link The Villages - Vmail Signup or just go to their YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/user/TheVillagesFlorida the other way is to read the online newspaper, it's link is not permitted on this site since they are a non-advertiser, but just type in your browser "www villages - news . com" but spaced all together. Even photos from that site won't post.

Something I found out last weekend was the Gun Shop and Shooting Range on Hwy 44 Leesburg is now just 2.4 miles from TV since Morse goes all the way to Hwy 44. The Gun Shop & Gun Range | Home

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Someone I know that works in the mortgage dept., says there are still 2,000 homes that need to be sold.

There are 300 homes in the NW corner just south of 42 that are to be built.

Although some people believe build-out is a myth, only the developer knows the answer for sure.

BTW - I was told my a person in the sales office that all the land on the other side of 44 is owned by large corporations and will build when TV completes building.

I'm not holding my breath on that opinion/rumor. :D

If I remember correctly Burnsed Rec Center is scheduled to open Friday Jan. 29

same as it was before, going down 468 to 44....a lot simpler now.

Since they sell 200-300 new homes a month. Their inventory will be sold within the next 10 months.

Burnsed Village Recreation Center is having the grand opening Friday, 1/29 at 10 a.m.

Why would you hold your breath.

Our son has worked for the Villages as a Realtor for 10 years. Yep, only the developers know what, when, how & why.
Many many years ago, actually 15 years, hubby & I went to one of the meetings and they had a map of developer owned property. Never saw that map again, LOL Amazing !!!

Does anyone know what is going in on the big lot west of Traverse Plaza? It is a large property with golf cart access and they have been moving dirt the past couple of weeks. I know I'll get the standard "Costco, TJ's" etc wise cracks or I'll get the trolls saying "You want rumors or facts" but it is a legit question and some of our posters actually might know.

Is that on the way to 301? on the right
great question

Along those lines, drove to Leesburg on 44 yesterday and noticed heavy equipment and what looks like storm drain pipes on the SOUTH side of 44 across from the Rohan Rec Center. This could start yet another rumor....

yes

More News: Although the new "official" 2016 Villages Map identifies the shopping plaza near the Rohan Center as "Oak Hammock Plaza Shopping Center" the name given on one of the TV Development pages id's the shopping area as "Lake Deaton Plaza Shopping Center"

While TVs place-naming gods have uncorked a number of pithy delights for TV's Southern reaches ("Coward Street" "Jackpot Court" "Jungle Plum Way""Ybor Lane" and, of course, who would not thrill to tell their northern friends send your Christmas cards to me on "Jujube Avenue"... just to name a few of the latest creations).

Alas, and perhaps, the "business" side of the naming decision settled on the more site-specific (and definitively more geographically descriptive) "Lake Deaton" header versus "Oak Hammock"... who knows?

As I am learning, we shall learn the truth when the sign goes up!

A reliable source told me the property in question contains many limestone deposits and as such the feasibility of development is being studied by engineers.

Now THAT's what I'm talking' 'bout! Keep it coming on!

Research Update:

Interchange at 468 (Morse Blvd) and 91 (Florida Turnpike)... There is a lot of information available about projects (found below), the most important piece is that there is currently construction ongoing at the proposed site.

Included in this information are the following factoids: (a) TV is providing land (and $?) for the interchange; (b) a study for 200,000 square foot for commercial projects is in the works.

Given this information, one scenario for future growth ie "master plan" for Southeastern TV is to develop TV projects (homes and retail et al) between 91 (Florida Turnpike) north to 44. The yield is two-fold: (1) provides a direct southern route to Orlando (and north) via 468 (future Morse Blvd)... providing a prime gateway for TV's new Southeastern developments (LaBelle/Osceola Hills/Pine Ridge/Charlotte, Sanibel et al); and (2) future home-villages construction here would put TV directly on/in close proximity to 91 (FL Turnpike)... with Orlando (Disney, Universal, MCO less than an hours drive from TV's Southeastern quadrant.

If TV's current population sits at approximately 110,000, at TVs breakneck construction pace, this southeastern interchange (Morse Blvd at 91) could substantially impact urban growth driving TVs population into the 140,000-150,000 range (and perhaps beyond) by 2026. What makes this area (Southeastern quadrant) fertile for growth is that this large area is largely open and undeveloped (i.e. no cities/towns, few homes and relatively no developments).

Selected Data:

http://www.sumtercountyfl.gov/Agenda...0_952_1046.pdf

http://www.floridasturnpike.com/down...20Villages.pdf

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/fo...rchange-73226/

New Publix near Rohan
 

The area that is cleared for Commercial next to Rohan Rec. Center appears to be about the same size or larger than Traverse just down 44 across from Brownwood so I would assume it will be a similar type of strip center with other businesses all golf cart accessible. This will be much needed once Ocseola and Labelle are completed. Now I just wish they would fill up Brownwood with Businesses already. I would assume the rent is mighty high priced.

With today's news on the new Village of Finney, we now have an answer to Bonny, a little more news of THE plan... The builder/developers "build" will be several miles from The Villages proper... So, as a "first look" at south of 44 development, that question has been definitely answered: the developer has plans to build a substantial development south of 44, some distance from Brownwood, Rohan, and the rest of The Villages south of 466a and above 44.

The question begged in this original post, also hits on commercial use and the Turnpike access off 468... If The Village of Finney is X and The Villages proper is Y, what is to become of Z, the space between X and Y? It would seem that Z and all the land that hugs the Turnpike would make an attractive addition to the TV universe.

As a newbie here, who has studied TV from afar... but now am happily among your numbers, I am absolutely fascinated with TV, its history and continuing development.. For all the world I've traveled, TV is by far the most amazing place for seniors to live... I applaud the developer, I applaud my fellow TVers... I look forward to continuing my life here... and reporting on its growth (rumors, truths, facts and all)... You got your fun, all about TV is my fun! ;)

News for New Areas South
 

If you watch how they build a Village here, the perimeter gets built first, then the interior.
If Fenney is the perimeter, then ...

I have LOVED watching this place unfold since we moved here several years ago. It is much better than places that vote for a mayor and listen to folks who need this or that and it is never used. It appears that the family have that precious commodity called common sense and a nice work ethic to go along with it. They provided services for us until outside business takes them over. That appears to be the plan. They are loyal to the people who work for them because their head builders have been with them for a long time. Many folks, such as Mike's Maintenance who take care of the green area, came with Gary Morse from Michigan. They seem to seek skill and loyalty and high effort from the folks who work for them.


If we could figure out how to run the country like this place is run we would be far better off.


Gotta run to Publix. I am low on grape Koolaid.

Not sure why I was quoted that you have an answer for me, I never asked a question. LOL
We have been here 16 years and I have loved watching the Villages grow.
I learned a long time ago not to listen to the rumor mill. When I see an announcement or it's coming out of the ground, then I'll know for sure.
We bought in The Village of Santiago in 1999. It was the end of the Villages. :)
If property is going to be developed, I'm just happy that the Villages is developing it. Everything is always top notch. :eclipsee_gold_cup:
We love living here and thank the Morse Family for giving us such an awesome place to live. Keep on building. :crap2: :)

If one does some research they would find that TV commercial space is priced at the same level as retail space in the more viable shopping centers.

TV rent and "getting their cut" have surpassed urban legend status.

The worst source of rent information in TV? An owner of a business that could not make it go here.

There was an article in the DS, that talked about renting businesses in TV.
I believe John Rohan stated they lease to businesses they feel have a good chance of succeeding. Eventually, all the businesses slots will be filled in Brownwood.

I know a few have gone under but who's to say they were not run the right way as we know a lot of businesses fail.

Duupa: Population is about 118,00 the last I read in the DS.

I had breakfast with a gentlemen who moved here 22 years ago before SS was built. I was amazed at the growth he had witnessed. He is still happy at the way , TV has grown.

I can agree with Bonny all day on no one knows till Big Daddy M lets you know.
I remember the original Sumter County master plan map that I still have from years back.

Antrim Dells was suppose to be a big and beautiful shopping retail space on the west side of Brownwood, and the new Hospital on the east side of Brownwood. That changed from day to day depending on or should I say where you were standing. What time of day you were standing there, and if the wind was blowing.

I can not remember how many times things have change back and forth. I attend construction meetings, and can tell you we do not hear it till the last second.
Just sayin...... :22yikes:

My stepson is a realtor for the Villages and they don't know anything until the powers that be decide it's time to tell them.

[QUOTE=Bonny;1206694]My stepson is a realtor for the Villages and they don't know anything until the powers that be decide it's time to tell them.[/QUOTE]

and then we find out after that! I say Amen to that statement. :smiley:

They just admitted in the DS a few days ago that they indeed do have customer leases that require a "cut." I believe the number was around 6-7% of current leases. I believe also that is in direct contradiction to a statement by Tutt or someone else in authority late last year.(some of us call that a fabrication or a lie) So no, not urban legend. My guess is that originally this was a more common practice when they had a smaller leasing base.