[barb1191]

drdodge.....

If you please, would you confirm that relatives only are entitled to "guest" passes? That was not my understanding, as I had visited TV, neither a relative nor resident...as a friend only. Had no problem getting a guest pass. How do you figure?

Now an owner for six years and no problem applying for guest passes for friend and/or family visitors....barb

[Cassie325]

I believe they are referring to the "annual guest pass" is only for certain types of relatives within 50 miles of TV......

[jadebox]

Unlike the regular visitors pass where you can go alone the family pass requires you be with the resident to go to the pools, play golf etc. Children under 19 are still only allowed for 30 days. This can be hard to regulate unless the child is old enough to need a pass.

[Fourpar]

I'm with golfer2000 bigthumbsup:...No year round passes, period!

One big reason for many of us to migrate to The Villages is the ability to NOT be around a bunch of screaming kids. And certainly not be surrounded by same in facilities entirely paid for by residents!

[renielarson]

Fourpar

Excuse me because this has nothing to do with the topic yet I feel the need to speak my piece:

Not to be mean or rude but your comment about "being around screaming kids" rubbed me wrong.

I love children and your comment led me to believe you have none of your own nor grandchildren. If you do, I feel sorry for them based on your comment and inferred attitude.

Again, I apologize if I misinterpreted your statement. However, the laughter, yelling, screaming, and idiotic actions of children reminds me of a time I was once young and carefree and enjoyed life without baggage. I enjoy every moment of children's innocent play! Perhaps we can still learn from them at our age.

[chuckinca]

Originally Posted by Fourpar

I'm with golfer2000 bigthumbsup:...No year round passes, period!

One big reason for many of us to migrate to The Villages is the ability to NOT be around a bunch of screaming kids. And certainly not be surrounded by same in facilities entirely paid for by residents!

As I mentioned above, my daughter and family had an annual pass to keep my elderly mother company. How in the world do you think that this is a bunch of screaming kids or people using your precious amenities?

And, there are many elderly mothers and fathers in TV and you too will soon be in the same boat, if you get lucky.

What is "UASF (ret)"

[bestmickey]

Originally Posted by golfer2000

I talked to a lady this morning who lives in Bison Valley with her husband and 2 young sons. Her parents live in The Villages. Her mother got them a yearlong pass (free !) for relatives who live in the tri-county area. They are able to use any of the family pools.
Now...these Bison Valley residents pay NO amenities for using facilities within TV. They also can golf at guest rates. What is up with this???? Does anyone know? I will definitely be calling the appropriate department to find out why this is allowed. I don't see anything fair about this. Do any of you have a take on this???

While I'm not yet a resident of TV, I'd like to comment on this issue because it will affect me in the future. I prefer that no annual passes be provided to persons living outside TV.

However, IF the developer intends to keep the policy as it currently is, I have a different problem with it. I'm a single woman who may have a long-term "boyfriend" (I dislike that term for people in my age bracket) who lives nearby, but outside of TV. While not "family", I feel I too should be allowed to have my "boyfriend" obtain an annual pass. If this isn't allowed, I would deem it as a form of discrimination against single persons.

Again, I prefer that NO annual passes be allowed. I stand by my other comments as well, however. If other singles feel as I do, this could open Pandora's Box. Those of you already living in TV may want to raise my issue (AP for long-term "boyfriend") to the powers that be so they recognize the issues they may face if they continue to allow AP's. This should give them even more reason to have NO annual passes for "outsiders".

[renielarson]

This is a retirement community.

Yet, are you saying we should be neglected of our "family" who might live close by from using some of the amenities?

My son and family live in Leesburg and because of their proximity to The Villages, I cannot get them a guest pass. From The Villages viewpoint, they live too close.

So, when my hubs and I are here, our son and family cannot join us at the family pool. How do I explain this to my toddler grandson who wants to spend time with us when we're here and also, for me, who wants to play with him in the pool?

[sandybill2]

Brightspot--What county is Leesburg? Is it Lake? If so , if you will read at the top of this forum, I posted the rules for in-area guest ID's. Your family would qualify for one of the in-area passes which are good for 12 months. As noted, now the in-area passes are only for children & spouses, Grandchildren & Spouses and great grandchildren. The issue being raised is why is this fair to those Villagers who don't have children, grandchildren, etc., but have a brother or sister(or boyfriend as noted above) who live in the Tri-County area and they want to be able to Play golf with them, swim with them, etc., etc. I guess it is the issue of where to draw the line. I don't have a problem with tri-county area guests, family using facilities when visiting a Villager but I think they should be issued like those given to the general guests-- not on a 12 month basis. As I noted above, as of July 3, 2008 there are 1,358 active in-area guest ID cards. Call the District Office on Wedgewood Lane and ask how you can voice your opinion concerning this issue.

[renielarson]

Thank you sandybill...I understand now.

[Cassie325]

Bright..sandy is right you can get them each a annual pass...you know the one for the screaming kids....the only difference is that with a regular guest pass a guest can come and go as they please....where ever they want on their own.....with a annual pass...they can ONLY go somewhere if joined by the host resident...

Thank you for all of your wonderful thoughts in this post....love to you!!!

Is this pdf file current on regulations about guest passes here in TV? http://www.thevillages.net/login/RecreationHndbook.pdf

[Cassie325]

Originally Posted by Taltarzac

Is this pdf file current on regulations about guest passes here in TV? http://www.thevillages.net/login/RecreationHndbook.pdf

Well here you have it!!! Thanks Taltarzac!!!

Guests, children and grandchildren who reside in Lake, Sumter or Marion counties:
• If your guest resides in Lake, Sumter or Marion county, they are excluded from using The Villages Recreation
facilities, however, they may visit with you in your home and enjoy The Villages public facilities.
• If your child or grandchild resides in Lake, Sumter or Marion County, you may obtain a Guest “In Area” ID
Card for them at any of the Regional Recreational Centers. Cards are valid for one year from date of issuance.
Residents must accompany these child(ren) or grandchild(ren) to all recreational facilities.

[drdodge]

To Barb1191

To get a in Area guest pass you have to be a relative and you have to be with them at all times to use any facilities.It is renewable at the end of each year

drd

[drdodge]

brightspot01

you can get a in area pass for son and family, then he can use our facilities

drd