[xcaligirl]

I think some are idiots, some are in too big of a hurry (uhhh... where are they going??) and some are horrible drivers. Yes, be aware out there and not just at the gates.

[VT2TV]

Originally Posted by TrudyM

If all carts using the multimodal paths were required to have a plate with an ID on it then the cameras could really find those who bash things not just the cars. Also tickets could be given for illegal parking around the squares. Last year we came out of a movie and found our car (which was legally parked in a space) blocked in by an illegally parked cart. Hubby was furious and I headed off a unpleasant scene by needing an emergency hot fudge Sunday. I see people parking two carts in a space one behind the other (instead of side by side) are these guys friends traveling together or is the guy in the back blocking in the guy in the front.

The idea of having an ID for each golf cart was talked about many times about a year ago, and most people seemed to be really in favor of having the ID. I haven't heard anything about it since then. Does anyone know if it was ever discussed with anyone who could do anything about it, or how we could even get it brought to anyone's attention??

[gadaboutgal]

Originally Posted by Miles42

As a new resident I am curious as to why so many gates get damaged? Especially the exit gate where no card is required. Are the drivers here that unaware?

Maybe the driver is confused as to why there would be a gate across a public road and thinks the gate must be a mirage?

Let's get rid of the stupid gates that The Villages (us!) keep sinking our money in to!!!

[dbussone]

Originally Posted by gadaboutgal

Maybe the driver is confused as to why there would be a gate across a public road and thinks the gate must be a mirage?

Let's get rid of the stupid gates that The Villages (us!) keep sinking our money in to!!!

Please! How about about if we get rid of the stupid drivers who don't understand the "Slow 5 MPH" signs immediately in front of the gates.

[Miles42]

Keep the gates at least it keeps the stupid drivers from hitting something else.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Originally Posted by gadaboutgal

Maybe the driver is confused as to why there would be a gate across a public road and thinks the gate must be a mirage?

Let's get rid of the stupid gates that The Villages (us!) keep sinking our money in to!!!

You can't be serious about that statement. Do you not drive a golf cart? The gates allow golf carts to cross the streets at those intersections; think about the vehicle/golf cart accidents if we didn't have the gates. The gates, nor The Villages maintaining them, are the problem. The drivers with their heads up their a** are.

[Polar Bear]

Originally Posted by kcrazorbackfan

You can't be serious about that statement. Do you not drive a golf cart? The gates allow golf carts to cross the streets at those intersections; think about the vehicle/golf cart accidents if we didn't have the gates...

Agree. No way the gates should ever be removed. It would change the whole nature of our community in more ways than just safety...and not for the better.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Originally Posted by Polar Bear

Agree. No way the gates should ever be removed. It would change the whole nature of our community in more ways than just safety...and not for the better.

........i.e. trash and riffraff, nefarious types of people.

[tomwed]

My home security system is just as secure as the gates. Every time you push my red doorbell button you hear someone say"Have a nice day in my house" and then the door opens.

Tell me again why the gates don't open automatically? Once upon a time you couldn't get a good photo of the vehicle.

[cms36]

After taking a look at these videos I see a card is required to swipe. I'll be driving down this Thursday and want to look around at a bunch of neighborhoods. How do I get through these gates without a card?

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

Originally Posted by Miles42

As a new resident I am curious as to why so many gates get damaged? Especially the exit gate where no card is required. Are the drivers here that unaware?

I think it's because cars and golf carts crash into them.

[tomwed]

Suppose the gate was redesigned. Instead of it opening on 1 side going up and down, it swung open from both sides like most gates. It can be hinged so that if you drove through without waiting for it to open there will be no harm to the gate but may [hopefully] scratch the car on both sides.

[Mikeod]

Originally Posted by cms36

After taking a look at these videos I see a card is required to swipe. I'll be driving down this Thursday and want to look around at a bunch of neighborhoods. How do I get through these gates without a card?

Either enter through a manned gate where the attendant will let you through. If you enter an unmanned gate, there is a red button on the panel that reads the cards. Push the button and you will hear a ringing tone and they will open the gate for you.