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-   -   Almost took down a gate arm. . (https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/almost-took-down-gate-arm-351954/)

ithos 08-08-2024 08:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Bill14564 (Post 2357647)
Are we talking entrance gates or exit gates?

On an entrance gate I'll use my card (or the button) every time and I'll take care to let the car in front trigger the close first. I've seen too many times when an entrance gate that seemed to be stuck open decided to close or when the card was presented to open the gate before the preceding vehicle triggered the gate to close.

On an exit gate I do exactly as you wrote. If it is open then I'll pull up to it and pause for a second. If it stays up then I'm good.
Only exit gates. I drive very slowly coming in until I am sure there are no carts waiting to cross. That is where the highest risk of collision is.

Robojo 08-08-2024 09:35 AM
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Originally Posted by golfing eagles (Post 2357566)
The last few days were even more fun with all the gates down and no temporary stop signs due to the tropical storm. I could swear there were vehicles that actually accelerated through the gate area. Maybe we could contact Parker Brothers with a new board game idea----"Villages MMP crossing roulette". :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:
I had an idea about a fun video game involving the villages but I don't think current villagers would enjoy it

Dust Bunny 08-08-2024 11:22 AM
Get rid of the gates!

golfing eagles 08-08-2024 11:30 AM
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Originally Posted by Dust Bunny (Post 2357721)
Get rid of the gates!
Horrible idea. There would be carnage at the crossings.

mraines 08-08-2024 12:33 PM
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Originally Posted by golfing eagles (Post 2357470)
I don't think that's the case since bike riders blow around the gate at full speed, ignoring the very purpose of the gate and stop sign. It's just a matter of time before they get hit by a crossing golf cart whose view is blocked by the gatehouse and has to rely on the closed gate to know it is safe to proceed.
Cart and car riders do the same. Don't blame bike riders for everything. I have almost been hit by cars and carts blowing through stop signs.

CoachKandSportsguy 08-08-2024 01:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Hockeyguy (Post 2357623)
Yes there are timers on the gate arms, so you should always use your card or the red button when the gate is up.
So basically, when the gate arm is down, use your card
when the gate arm is up, use your card.

Got it, so whenever going through a gate, use your card. . .

And so many of us are correct on why it happens
and what to do in all cases. .
and why any villager can own a crossing gate arm for their mantle piece. .

thanks Hockeyguy

other sports guy

kcrazorbackfan 08-08-2024 01:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Dust Bunny (Post 2357721)
Get rid of the gates!
If you even live in TV, you probably don’t drive a cart, do you?

Bilyclub 08-08-2024 02:25 PM
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Originally Posted by golfing eagles (Post 2357566)
The last few days were even more fun with all the gates down and no temporary stop signs due to the tropical storm. I could swear there were vehicles that actually accelerated through the gate area. Maybe we could contact Parker Brothers with a new board game idea----"Villages MMP crossing roulette". :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

Several times while the gates were missing I had cars stop and wave their cards at the reader. I guess that would be just a force of habit or terrible eyesite.

golfing eagles 08-08-2024 03:16 PM
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Originally Posted by mraines (Post 2357748)
Cart and car riders do the same. Don't blame bike riders for everything. I have almost been hit by cars and carts blowing through stop signs.
No, they don't. Neither a car nor a cart can sneak around a gate without hitting the curb.

I'm not blaming bike riders for "everything". I am blaming them for circumventing the purpose of the gates at MMP crossings. When you are in a cart, or a suppose on a bicycle as well, and cross 1/2 way, the gatehouse blocks your view and the only way you know if you can proceed is by noting the gates in the down position. When a cyclist blows right around them it creates a safety hazard for both parties. This is in contrast to rolling through a stop sign when you can see no one is coming. Get the difference????

Stu from NYC 08-08-2024 03:21 PM
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Originally Posted by CoachKandSportsguy (Post 2357756)
So basically, when the gate arm is down, use your card
when the gate arm is up, use your card.

Got it, so whenever going through a gate, use your card. . .

And so many of us are correct on why it happens
and what to do in all cases. .
and why any villager can own a crossing gate arm for their mantle piece. .

thanks Hockeyguy

other sports guy
So when do we not use our card?

golfing eagles 08-08-2024 03:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Stu from NYC (Post 2357777)
So when do we not use our card?
When the gates have been removed for an impending storm?????

Stu from NYC 08-08-2024 05:19 PM
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Originally Posted by golfing eagles (Post 2357782)
When the gates have been removed for an impending storm?????
Thinking you need a vacation.

CarlR33 08-08-2024 05:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Bwanajim (Post 2357632)
The villages could easily solve the broken gate problem by putting the traffic sensor further away from the gate. That way, even if people are in a hurry, the gate will be up before they can get to it. When the sensor is so close people tend to jump the gun. It’s not gonna prevent it, but there will be a lot less
Or remove ALL the gates and the associated attendant?. I have not understood what the whole concept is for anyway? Gated community is locked down no entry for anyone without id, card, etc. Just pull up to the visitors gate and look friendly come one in. I have my card on a rainy day and get wet trying to abide by the magical gated community. Why I ask?

Bill14564 08-08-2024 06:32 PM
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Originally Posted by CarlR33 (Post 2357815)
Or remove ALL the gates and the associated attendant?. I have not understood what the whole concept is for anyway? Gated community is locked down no entry for anyone without id, card, etc. Just pull up to the visitors gate and look friendly come one in. I have my card on a rainy day and get wet trying to abide by the magical gated community. Why I ask?
Please read the earlier posts in this thread or any of the many previous threads on this topic.

The gates have nothing to do with being a "gated community" and everything to do with traffic calming prior to crossing an area used by walkers, bikers, and carts.

dewilson58 08-08-2024 06:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Bill14564 (Post 2357830)
Please read the earlier posts in this thread or any of the many previous threads on this topic.

The gates have nothing to do with being a "gated community" and everything to do with traffic calming prior to crossing an area used by walkers, bikers, and carts.
Do you feel like you are beating your head against the wall???

How many times does this have to be stated, and re-stated, and ________.


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