[Sanibel7]

Maybe I missed it ... but did anyone in see anything in the closing documents that we all signed saying that we would have entertainment at the Town Squares and free execuitive golf for life? If it's not in writing there is always an "out".
With the sale of the entertainment department it just causes me to wonder .. Will I.? as a fairly new Villager.. still have the lifestyle that was sold to me in 25 years??
The promise of free exec golf and free entertainment nightly at the squares?
I know the developer initally created the aura and the feel of the villages.. along with the .. stores etc.. but what do we as property owners and residents have to say about what stays? ie parades , entertainment .. golf etc..

Just another thought also: Why do we have people who do not live in the Villages making decisions for those who live in the Villages? example District Manager Ms. Tutt ? ???

Please correct me if I missed something in the documents but I'm just trying to get a grip on what I stand to loose in the future. Thanks

[LynnDeb]

I am looking to buy in TV too soon. I've been wondering the same thing if TV will stay the same in future years

[mgjim]

If anyone has lived the exact same life for the past 25 years, without any changes, please raise your hand.

[Golfingnut]

The Villages has a lot more to offer now than when they started years ago. Enjoy this wonderful place and get involved in volunteer activities in The Villages. Each one of us can make it even better.

Now Repeat after me:
The food is less expensive than up north.
The weather is better than up north.
The traffic is better than up north.
The state tax rate is better than up north.
The crime rate is better than up north.

WE ALL HAVE MORE TIME TO COMPLAIN THAN WHEN WE WERE WORKING UP NORTH AND THAT IS THE REASON FOR SOME FOLKS GRUMPINESS.

Get involved and you will have less time to worry and complain.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by Sanibel7

Maybe I missed it ... but did anyone in see anything in the closing documents that we all signed saying that we would have entertainment at the Town Squares and free execuitive golf for life? If it's not in writing there is always an "out".
With the sale of the entertainment department it just causes me to wonder .. Will I.? as a fairly new Villager.. still have the lifestyle that was sold to me in 25 years??
The promise of free exec golf and free entertainment nightly at the squares?
I know the developer initally created the aura and the feel of the villages.. along with the .. stores etc.. but what do we as property owners and residents have to say about what stays? ie parades , entertainment .. golf etc..

Just another thought also: Why do we have people who do not live in the Villages making decisions for those who live in the Villages? example District Manager Ms. Tutt ? ???

Please correct me if I missed something in the documents but I'm just trying to get a grip on what I stand to loose in the future. Thanks

Please add 25 to your present age.

Enjoy THIS day because this is NOT a dress rehearsal.

When we bought our snowbird home five years ago, we heard all this gloom and doom.

We love it more here every day.

I am a real, not anonymous person, who comes to Crispers and invites people over to my home.

A LOT of negative folks who post on here represent other entities. And a few do not. They are just worriers.

Don't worry. Be happy.

Christmas is coming!!!!

[asianthree]

Bet we get lots of posts on this one, as i say on the bottom of my posts don't worry about things you can not change

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by Sanibel7

Maybe I missed it ... but did anyone in see anything in the closing documents that we all signed saying that we would have entertainment at the Town Squares and free execuitive golf for life? If it's not in writing there is always an "out".
With the sale of the entertainment department it just causes me to wonder .. Will I.? as a fairly new Villager.. still have the lifestyle that was sold to me in 25 years?? Who could possible answer this question??The promise of free exec golf and free entertainment nightly at the squares?
I know the developer initally created the aura and the feel of the villages.. along with the .. stores etc.. but what do we as property owners and residents have to say about what stays? ie parades , entertainment .. golf etc.. Become a member of the POA & VHA and support their efforts.Just another thought also: Why do we have people who do not live in the Villages making decisions for those who live in the Villages? example District Manager Ms. Tutt ? ??? How has her not living in TV effected her performance as District Manager?? She received high compliments from the POA & VHA in the past. Please correct me if I missed something in the documents but I'm just trying to get a grip on what I stand to loose in the future. Thanks

Worrying about things unknown or uncontrollable are a waste of time..........go play free golf; while you can.

[Trish Crocker]

Promises like this aren't put into purchase agreements. There is so much to do on your own without expecting someone to provide it. I don't live there (yet!) but the idea of entertainment every night was a cool thought but I think it would get somewhat tiring anyway. I'm having a great life here in Michigan but there is no entertainment comittee to make sure I'm having fun. I'm sure things are going to change, they always do...but we are going to change also.

[2BNTV]

Twenty five years from now, I will be hoping my get up and go has not get-up and gone.

[EdV]

It’s important for residents of TV to understand that since the roads in TV are maintained by the county(s) they are open to the public. As such, it would be inappropriate for any activities on or around them (parades, live entertainment etc.) to be funded by your amenity fees. These activities have been supported by the retailers and restaurants in TV.

The amenities (exec golf, rec centers, pools, sport facilities etc.) are private for the exclusive use of TV residents and are maintained with your amenity fees. Any concerns you have for the future of these facilities are probably best addressed with the Amenity Authority Committee which is a resident elected committee which provides recommendations to the VCCDD on the use of amenity funds.

[jbdlfan]

Very legitimate concern. Of course you are told"Just enjoy, don't worry." The problem is some us are well under 60-65 and see this as a place we will easily be for 25 years(God willing). The OP has a concern about a lifestyle. I constantly read on this board that we are buying a lifestyle. Well........if there is a possibility of that "lifestyle" to change, that's a concern. How about this, I would vote to end Social Security tomorrow, would it change your "lifestyle?" Would you be concerned if that was a true possibilty?

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by jbdlfan

Very legitimate concern. Of course you are told"Just enjoy, don't worry." The problem is some us are well under 60-65 and see this as a place we will easily be for 25 years(God willing). The OP has a concern about a lifestyle. I constantly read on this board that we are buying a lifestyle. Well........if there is a possibility of that "lifestyle" to change, that's a concern. How about this, I would vote to end Social Security tomorrow, would it change your "lifestyle?" Would you be concerned if that was a true possibilty?

IN 25 years.

This place is SUPPOSED to be for the 55+ . So for 55 year olds they would be 80 and for 60 year olds they would be 85 and for 65 year olds they would be 90.

And for the sake of discussion. What is your opinion of the average age of folks here in The Villages?

And NO ONE can guarantee anything. Who would think just ten years ago that our homes in other parts of the country would be devalued?

I don't understand the intent of your saying " If I would vote to end Social Security tomorrow, would it change your lifestyle". I am not sure what you mean by that.

You or me cannot influence whether this place will change in the next quarter century. This is a CDD form of government. We have absolutely NO input...so why get your knickers in a hitch? If the Morses would sell out and shut it all down... we would be living here in the middle of Florida with no free golf, no nice rec centers, but with the sunshine and MOSTLY nice people.

There are NO guarantees to ANYTHING.

So why worry. Live this day. But always save some money.

And HOW OLD are you????

OH now I remember who you are. You are the person who works at one of the nearby schools and whose son graduated from the charter school last year.

[jbdlfan]

48 years old and may be here for 25 years, may be here for 25 months. I guess I was being snarky because it seems if someone brings up a legitimate concern, the answer is that we shouldn't worry.

[jbdlfan]

By the way, my son graduated two years ago, not be picky......

[Cantwaittoarrive]

Originally Posted by asianthree

Bet we get lots of posts on this one, as i say on the bottom of my posts don't worry about things you can not change

I don't worry about things that I can't change and since I have purchased, moved and plan to stay in TV I don't worry about what may or may not change. I can see why it could be a concern for those that are thinking about moving here or who may be planning on living here for a few years and then moving elsewhere. I feel like I paid a premium for my home in TV and that premium was for the lifestyle. So if that lifestyle changes drastically future purchasers may not be willing to pay that premium and that of course hurts anyone that wants to sell the home they own in TV