[renielarson]

I don't know if Gary Morse is out sailing on his Cracker Bay yacht.

I do know it has been reported that in 2006, Morse transferred most of the direct ownership in the holding company (Holding Company of the Villages Ltd) to his three children: Mark Morse serves as President of the company; Tracy Mathews oversees Villages design; and Jennifer L. Parr is a director. Gary Morse retained the largest block of voting shares, and is credited with the family’s fortune. Billionaire Morse Behind Curtain at Villages - Bloomberg

It doesn't appear he is retired.

[Jim 9922]

Originally Posted by janmcn

I totally agree. What jumped out at me the most from last night's meeting was Janet Tutt saying she didn't know who ordered the wall erected. Last week she knew it was erected because of safety and liability concerns. How can she know why it was erected, but not who ordered it erected?

Seems to me she behaves just like a public employee when something goes wrong; bob, weave, officate, duck, deflect, and deny about matters that are suppose to be under your control. Maybe, even, she was the one who made the final authorization. Who knows, she's certainly not telling. She has a better wall around her than the concrete one they actually put up.

[duffysmom]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

You know I always listen when you speak Duffy's mom, but HOW would you know this?

Do you have the same cleaning lady?

I say we don't know who does what or why.

Or Who is on first.

Gracie, the last time Gary called me he was in Barbados on his yacht.

Cracker Bay Yacht (ex. Campbell Bay) Photos - Hakvoort...

He told me to tell you the check is in the mail.

For those of you folks who haven't met Gary, here's a picture of him.

He is the... - Gary Morse - OrlandoSentinel.com

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by duffysmom

Gracie, the last time Gary called me he was in Barbados on his yacht.

Cracker Bay Yacht (ex. Campbell Bay) Photos - Hakvoort...

He told me to tell you the check is in the mail.

For those of you folks who haven't met Gary, here's a picture of him.

He is the... - Gary Morse - OrlandoSentinel.com

There are those who believe that Duffy's mom and I know you meant it as a joke.

WOW. I have never seen this picture of Gary Morse and this is dated in 1999. Wow. Am I allowed to copy and print this?. I think he has a nice face. His teeth aren't perfect. I bet he grew up just like I did. Didn't have the money for having teeth straightened either back then.
orl-gary-morse-19991014


( STEPHEN M. DOWELL, ORLANDO SENTINEL / October 14, 1999 )
He is the developer of The Villages, the overwhelmingly Republican retirement community of 100,000 sprawling over Lake, Sumter and Marion counties. Morse, his family and companies donated $2.4 million in 2012 alone to Republican causes. His jets fly high-ranking party members and his yacht the Cracker Bay was the site of a party during the GOP convention for those who put together more than $1 million for GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney. He was also a Florida presidential elector for both of George W. Bush's elections. (Morse is rarely photographed in public; the photo here is from 1999.)

[rp001]

For the record, my understanding is that Mr Morse is very much a "HANDS ON MANAGER" . He has a reputation among the district as being the first one in and the last to leave the office every day. He maintains a very low profile but is absolutely tuned in to the goings on in this district. I got that info from a manager within the district and I will respect his confidentiality. I believe that this was very much a decision made by Morse and is tied in to theFruitland Park issue..That is feeling not based on any fact but if it quacks like a duck....

[Peachie]

Originally Posted by rp001

For the record, my understanding is that Mr Morse is very much a "HANDS ON MANAGER" . He has a reputation among the district as being the first one in and the last to leave the office every day. He maintains a very low profile but is absolutely tuned in to the goings on in this district. I got that info from a manager within the district and I will respect his confidentiality. I believe that this was very much a decision made by Morse and is tied in to theFruitland Park issue..That is feeling not based on any fact but if it quacks like a duck....

And what is wrong with that? I'm curious as to why you need to know how every decision is made. IMHO, the suppositions on here have beat all of these questions to death and I also had a hand in that. Would knowing change anything, no. Maybe there is something more interesting happening in the world right now.

[duffysmom]

Gracie, never for a minute would I believe you are on the Morse payroll. I enjoy the fact that you love living here as much as I do and feel only gratitude towards the founding family of paradise. All the vitriol towards the developer is sad; I think Gary knows the majority of Villagers are happy and grateful for the lifestyle he's given us. Whatever happens regarding the gate will not interfere one iota in the pleasure I derive from living here.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by duffysmom

Gracie, never for a minute would I believe you are on the Morse payroll. I enjoy the fact that you love living here as much as I do and feel only gratitude towards the founding family of paradise. All the vitriol towards the developer is sad; I think Gary knows the majority of Villagers are happy and grateful for the lifestyle he's given us. Whatever happens regarding the gate will not interfere one iota in the pleasure I derive from living here.

I luv ya Duffy's mom and always have.

Did I see a post inquiring about a puppy dog on here a week or so ago?

I stand ready to do a shower. Having you as a mom would be a wonderful thing for a furry creature.

[deltaguy]

Originally Posted by duffysmom

Gracie, the last time Gary called me he was in Barbados on his yacht.

Cracker Bay Yacht (ex. Campbell Bay) Photos - Hakvoort...

He told me to tell you the check is in the mail.

For those of you folks who haven't met Gary, here's a picture of him.

He is the... - Gary Morse - OrlandoSentinel.com

Anyone have any idea about the average cost of a home at Bridgeport at Laurel Valley?

[Peachie]

Originally Posted by deltaguy

Anyone have any idea about the average cost of a home at Bridgeport at Laurel Valley?

I'd suggest you talk with a realtor, if you're looking to buy. You may want to start your own thread regarding real estate in The Villages.

[golf4me]

Originally Posted by Peachie

I'd suggest you talk with a realtor, if you're looking to buy. You may want to start your own thread regarding real estate in The Villages.

I agree.

[Indydealmaker]

Originally Posted by deltaguy

Anyone have any idea about the average cost of a home at Bridgeport at Laurel Valley?

Not the brightest bulb on the tree? Or just not very funny?

[deltaguy]

Originally Posted by Barefoot

Ask Gary Morse, I heard he bought a home there.

Are you sure that wasn't Richard Schwartz, Gary's Half Brother and the former Villages Golf Director now in exile?

[Peachie]

Originally Posted by Indydealmaker

Not the brightest bulb on the tree? Or just not very funny?

Think you nailed it, Indy, not the brightest crayon in the box...

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

Originally Posted by deltaguy

Anyone have any idea about the average cost of a home at Bridgeport at Laurel Valley?

There's only one for sale there now. But if you check this page you can get an idea after a while.

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