[twoplanekid]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

The answer is that The Villages is a CDD. We do not take up a petition and change things. This is not like Orlando where you vote a mayor in or out. This is a large and well run development established and organized and maintained by the developer. Most of us are rather glad of that. We are glad that new folks can't vote in a little of this or a change in that not only because most of us think it is dandy the way it is, but also all the changes cost money. There are many who when it's cold for a few weeks want some indoor pools, there are those who want to take out the traffic circles and many other suggestions that would possibly make things nice, but cost all of us, because we are the people who will pay for the changes. There is a workshop offered every few weeks in ordinary times for people that explain just how things work in a CDD. It is most enlightening.

I would say to that both yes and no. All residential CDDs are or will eventually be run by local elected officials. NSCUDD is run by elected officials of whom I am one of seven on this board. Now, the three commercials CDDs are managed by developer appointed supervisors as only the developer owns the land in those three. As some of the District staff is hired by one of the commercial CDDs, they have a fine line to tread between interests of the different parties. Without Developer support or approval, it’s hard to accomplish much.

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

Perhaps you should go back and reread your OP.....slowly. No perception it was a complaint - it was stated as a complaint which left it open for just the kind of replies the post received.
For example:

-So very disappointed
-watering trough for horses?
-will never take visitors there
-Brownwood by Wally World
-didn’t try harder because it didn’t have to
-no one working for the Villages ever knows ANYTHING.
-feeling a little cheated in this regard

thanks for what you sent me

[jimlambert]

Won’t be long?? Yeah right!

[Barborv]

I'm just wondering down the line( way down the line) if they will ever consider building another square way down North. From the maps and green areas , looks like eventually a lot more homes.

[donaviv]

In regard to Brownwood discussion......there will be no room for a water feature after the apartment villagers are unleashed.... someone told me several hundred apartments. The


n Fenney....etc. It is still very nice with excellent stores! Also...terribly disappointed at loss of Katie Belles'... this is a great feature of the Villages. It used to be PRIVATE for only village residents and their guests. Now...NO WHERE to go indoor dancing and dining! The original Swartz family is spinning!! Also...no news for EMPTY Hacienda restaurant! By the way.. a EXCELLENT place for a night club atmosphere for Villagers...drinking,dancing and buying snacks. I would PAY for that...but..I do love the Villages life!!! Just.... hate to lose those 2 enhancements of quality life! (From the OTHER side!)....Vivienne Reid

[Kthack]

Seriously? Brownwood has the most beautiful life size bronze statues anywhere! Folks are always stopping and taking pictures with them. I guess sometimes you can’t see the forest for the trees!🙁

[photo1902]

Originally Posted by Kthack

Seriously? Brownwood has the most beautiful life size bronze statues anywhere! Folks are always stopping and taking pictures with them. I guess sometimes you can’t see the forest for the trees!🙁

It’s a shame people can’t appreciate what they have.

[nevjudbaker]

Each square is suppose to have their own unique style. Brownwood is western. I love walking around Brownwood seeing the unique western buildings, with western benches and other western accessories. The only thing you may not see is a water trough. Watch a western. Not many water troughs in them unless someone is thrown in one.
Once the black private fencing is taken down you can drive by The Lofts. The landscaping is going to be beautiful with a large body of water along side of The Lofts.
Everyone can't be pleased but I think a majority of us are pleased with Brownwood.
That is the beauty of 3 squares you can go to the one you prefer. Wait a few years and the 4th square will be built.
Actually I wish they had a western looking telegraph office which would actually be a satellite post office. They have a machine scale where you can mail packages, buy stamps & purchase boxes & etc. Have a Fed EX drop off & a UPS drop off. The UPS store on Burnsed is the busiest store in the area.
Every Western town has a Country Store. One of the building's could be a WAWA type store to pick up Milk, bread, butter, beer, sodas & munchies.
Those type stores may also bring more people shopping to the square. It would help the 200 some people that will be living at The Lofts.

[cathy34787]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

JoMar is right. There is a Brownwood in Michigan, that was a business that Gary's sister Mary Lou Morse ran for years. She had bought it from hers and Gary's ancestors. This isn't a very good link, but shows the family connection. Her children are apparently still making the amazing donuts that she is famous for.

Brownwood Acres, Donuts and The House That Fell Through The Lake | Edible Grande Traverse

Whether it is donuts or houses the Morses business acumen is a family trait.

Very interesting story. It’s in their blood.

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by Barborv

I'm just wondering down the line( way down the line) if they will ever consider building another square way down North. From the maps and green areas , looks like eventually a lot more homes.

How can they not build another one? What are they waiting for? If you live in Feeney long drive to get to an existing one

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by dewilson58

200 impact to tens of thousands..............drop in the bucket.

So, you think that will be the only lofts?

[npwalters]

Originally Posted by John_W

Google The Villages and look at Brownwood satellite view, it's surrounded by real water and soon the bridge over 44. Larry the Gator was national news last year when he walked around Brownwood. Get in your cart and explore. Water Fountains, that's what you want to see?



Spanish Springs has terrible seating for the entertainment, the stage actually faces away from most of the seating. Brownwood has the grandstands and the stage is at one end, I go there for the music and the shops, not to see a water feature.

I like the look of both SS and LS but have to agree the seating for the stage and music - most important factor for me - is much better at Brownwood.

[thelegges]

Originally Posted by Stuart Zaikov

Interesting, seems to me though most people do use agent and that does run up the cost

Those who have moved multiple times usually is a diy project. Selling here is so quick, we always buy next house, the put other up for sale.

Usually those who use an agent are out of state, and can’t be here to complete transactions.

However for those making $100,00 to $200,000 from original purchase price, $20,000 is a drop in the bucket

[vintageogauge]

Originally Posted by Stuart Zaikov

How can they not build another one? What are they waiting for? If you live in Feeney long drive to get to an existing one

Why would you say that, it is less than 5 miles from Fenney to Paddock Square. That is by no means a long drive, if you take the shortcut once you leave Fenney you have one stop sign and one stop light, very quick run.

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by vintageogauge

Why would you say that, it is less than 5 miles from Fenney to Paddock Square. That is by no means a long drive, if you take the shortcut once you leave Fenney you have one stop sign and one stop light, very quick run.

I thought it was a lot further