Why in God's name does this topic always end up being about the Morse family and their vision and their right to a just reward.

The focus should be on what is best to solidify the quality of The Villages and what steps of a substantive nature should be implemented. A new store restaurant etc will locate here not because the survey suggests so but because the economic statistics calculated by said companies makes the investment worthwhile.

Again the survey is simply a state of the amenities. I don't live on a cruise ship I live in a town/city/village and I see great harm by certain policies being abused, ignored or not reviewed.

How do you define quality?

Why not? Still have good friends living there and enjoy keeping up with what is going on. Didn't realize this was a private forum or that since I no longer am a Villager was allowed an opinion.:ho:

#1 Costco
#2 Trader Joes
#3 Apple Store

and I am a happy camper

Where did you go?

So, what are you suggesting for the survey?
There is another thread for complaints.

Yes, Yes!

Facts please. Where did you read this?

Gomoho. You are such an addition to this forum. I hope you love your place in the forest and the sometimes colder weather and the things that matter to you.

I am sad that you have moved but so glad you continue to post here. Your wisdom and wit and humor are so enjoyed.

What bag? "The" bag? What's in that bag and why would I not want to hold it? In the unlikely event that the Morses "sell to someone else," do you think that "someone" will not want to sell the homes that have been built just like the Morses are doing? Frankly, I think I'm awake, but give me some more detail about what you think "the bag" contains.

Elvis is alive.

Esquire.

I dont know about the other commentor, but for me

we live so close that we are able to enjoy the opportunities that are available to The Villagers residents, except fee golf. I don't play anyway.

Blyarbrough, stand next to me at Eisenhower rec center and tell me of the Greed. They could have purchased all of the stuff from a cheap furniture store but they had every couch and chair and cushion custom upholstered and the wall coverings are the finest and the chandeliers are copious. Anyone who has ever had anything custom framed knows it takes money and time to frame things. They took the offerings from the folks who offered them and placed them in lovely frames so that we all could share and honor our veterans. And that is just ONE rec center. They could have stuck that money in their pockets.

Their "greed" keeps thousands of people working and feeds their families while building a place unlike anywhere on this earth for older people to LIVE, not sit around and wait to die.

They keep working and they keep improving and I cannot thank them enough. My last years are so wonderful here.

OK-- just wanna reply to the OP's question... please Villages stream WVLG so us 'birds( and prospective buyers) can listen in and be with TV in a small way

Gracie..:mademyday:

Back on topic please people.

The OP wants ideas for the survey. I would expect the survey has questions relating to amenities because those who are managing them are the people seeking input. Stores etc therefore would not be relevant.

I for one would like them to make sure every gate has a camera that records the plates with a recording and signs that worn visitors that the plates of all passing through are recorded. I would think that would help reduce break-ins and help law enforcement know who was in a village at the time of a break in.

The retention ponds could use fountains in the middle that could be solar powered so that the water moves and doesn't become stagnate and smelly during the times when the water is low as many on this forum have said they sometimes do.

I agree that the street signs at the same level are just plain stupid and need to be changed.

If you want a real police force instead of community watch the villages would have to be incorporated and become a town which is a whole other discussion.

What opportunities? Rec centers, pools, clubs?

I've called WVLG and requested a couple times. I think direct calls from Villagers might go farther than a survey response.............more contacts, maybe improved results.

Thank you Trudy
 

Sure appreciate good recommendations to add to survey.....There is strength in numbers even thou we find TV the closest thing to paradise.:bigbow:

If I remember correctly from last year, they did ask if we wanted certain restaurants to locate here, so apparently it is relevant!!

why would i need your pools when we have 3 of our own with hot tubs,saunas, steam rooms, club houses, work out rooms and everything else you have.

we do however use the squares, the resturants, the college of knowlege, the shopping and the specialty pay shows the villages offeres.

Didn't you say you were looking at the cottages here? Did you recently move from Miami? Do I have you mixed up with someone else?

Trudy.

The commercial section of The Villages use the requests for new business to try to leverage those new businesses to come here and rent or build to suit.

Sometimes the businesses we want listen. and sometimes they don't. Usually businesses looking to expand depend on demographers who are hopelessly behind the times on The Villages. It wouldn't hurt to barrage the business you want personally but it hasn't helped much with Homegoods and Chipotle that I want.

If we banned IRRESPONSIBLE dog owners, there wouldn't be any dog haters.

Yes we would.

Street signs should not be parallel to each other. Makes them almost impossible to read when you are going by from one way. Better option is to drop the cross street sign down 4 inches so it can be read from either side and not be blocked by the other sign.

good one
 

Thanks, will add to my list

costco, costco, costco

Hi Ni[pper
 

I'll quote you...giggle...I love Costco also!:a040:

:bigbow::bigbow::bigbow::bigbow:

I agree about an Apple store. I'd also like to see a good music store. With the number of musicians it should be a no brainer.

But what I think that everyone should do is scream at the top of our lungs about people roping off chairs at the squares. That is an issue that, if not corrected is going to cause a big problem at some point.

Op wanted suggestions to improve things in TV...........

Those who came, bought or moved and decided it was not for them that is their decisions and or opinions.

Those of us who love it here would like TV to consider the ideas of residents to improve this almost perfect place.

I totally disagree with the premise that some people who have bought in surrounding communities and enjoy all of the benefits of living in TV, is not based in fact. I have seen several people out and about in TV from other communities and still get the impression they want to have their cake and it eat it too!!!

There is nothing like being in TV!!!!!!! Being close by, is just rationalization justifying their buying decision. IMHO

Back on topic!!!!

How about signs at the squares about not saving seats.

And we have a replacement for Einstein. This is the best suggestion so far. Thank you.

I think that something that people who want Costco, or an Apple Store or different restaurants need to think about is the fact that those businesses have to want to come here.

The Villages can't just simply go to Costco and demand that they put a store here. I'm sure that The Villages wouldn't turn down any business that wants to rent space from them.

Id like to see some lighted pickle ball courts and softball fields.

But how would you rate the opportunities for recreational activities there in comparison to The Villages? Is there as much of a variety?

This thread is intended for Villages deeded owners taking the survey
 

As far as I know, persons not on the deed do not have input to the survey. The street sign issue is one that I have mentioned on previous surveys and will do so again. Thanks for including this. I also suggest restaurants and retailers I would like to see in the area, and happily some are coming. If you are a deeded owner, but not currently residing here, your input is appreciated. If you are not, I wonder why you are on this thread? There are many other threads for your suggestions of improving our community. I love this place. Best place I have ever lived. Good neighbors, kind people, caring friends. What more could anyone ask?

I would like to see some form of second ID pass with full privileges issued to single homeowners so they could easily date someone from outside TV.

Good one CFrance
 

I would love a second ID for another reason...I can't tell you how many times I arrive at the theatre WITHOUT my ID, no big deal except the "ole boy" reminds me that I owe him 50 cents, giggle (btw, I leave it in my golf bag, because even thou I'm not able to play right now, it will always be my first love, ok, the ole boy gets that vote, 2nd golf)

Signs at the squares that say "Chairs are available on a first come basis. Saved seats are not allowed"

There are at least 3 intersections that need to be resolved. Lights, bridges, tunnels, something before someone is killed or seriously injured. The street crossing at Baily Trail and Buena Vista coming north on Baily Trail. The crossing of Old CAmp near the Buena Vista traffic circle. The crossing of Morse just before the gate from 466. All three are very dangerous and get significantly backed up.

Costco.