[JoMar]

I thought that was why they have a resident gate and visitor gate.....those in the visitor lane should wait for the resident line considering those public roads go through the dome which is where we choose to live and pay. There should be some consideration for residents, even if it is this small. I also agree we could get rid of the stupid card....the technology for a bar code reader has been around a long time and most communities with gates have them.

[CFrance]

Originally Posted by Halibut

Does window tinting make a difference? I could* sit there like a nitwit waving my card from behind the window and getting bupkas, but the same gate works for my brother-in-law in his car.

* And have!

Funny, Halibut. I've never thought of that. Our cars are from up north, and they don't allow tinting of front door windows in MI.

[Loudoll]

Originally Posted by Pointer

The other day I mistakenly thought I was at one of the gates that you didn't have to wave your magic card at and went past the magic card box. When I tried to go back there were a few cars behind me. Sooo not wanting to hold up traffic further to get out of my car and walk back to the box, I waved my magic card to the attendant in the Magic castle and thought she'd see it and open the gate. She didn't, so in a sweet apologizing tone I asked "can you open the gate", but the Magic Card Kingdom Queen held up not only my lane but the other one, which is now backing up as well. With her stop sign in one hand and her other hand on the button. She decided to take the time to tell me that I needed to use my card at the magic box. Yes, I said, can you open the gate? "You need to know what you did wrong" shouts the all powerful Queen. Seeing where this was going and the traffic back up is getting dangerously close to the roundabout, Smiling I looked at her and said in a sweet tone "can you open the gate"? Finally the gate opened and I was allowed enter the kingdom and advance to the next level of roundabouts and gates and continue my adventure. I can't wait to see what happens here when the percentage of us who are destined to lose our wit reach that stage. Why wait, I'm going to start practicing now.

Another person who can't handle a little power, being a gate guard. Sorry that happened to you.

[graciegirl]

Why do I not run into nasty people like this gate keeper?

Hmmmm

Pointer waved his card, no result, He yelled Can you open the gate...more time. He waited , she yelled at him, more time the gate was opened. If he got out and scanned it himself it would have been faster.

[Pointer]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

I am very skeptical that she shouted "You need to know what you did wrong".

I have a witness who will verify what she shouted and that she was annoyed.

The point is Gracie that I obviously already knew that I blew it, was embarrassed, showed her my card and asked nicely, not once but three times before the gate was opened. I didn't need to be chastised and the other cars didn't need to be held up while she made her point to further humiliate me.

"Just open the pod bay doors Hal" My goodness can't one make a mistake without being publicly chastised. You'll note that I didn't say which gate it was or what time. I wouldn't do that to her.

[NYGUY]

Originally Posted by JoMar

I thought that was why they have a resident gate and visitor gate.....those in the visitor lane should wait for the resident line considering those public roads go through the dome which is where we choose to live and pay. There should be some consideration for residents, even if it is this small. I also agree we could get rid of the stupid card....the technology for a bar code reader has been around a long time and most communities with gates have them.

You are right JoMar!!....this is the answer to this entire thread....at least IMHO!!!

[Bonanza]

Originally Posted by jimbo2012

In my Miata I go under it

I would buy a Miata for that reason and no other reason.
It would be worth it!!!

[Pointer]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

Why do I not run into nasty people like this gate keeper?

Hmmmm

Pointer waved his card, no result, He yelled Can you open the gate...more time. He waited , she yelled at him, more time the gate was opened. If he got out and scanned it himself it would have been faster.

Gracie what is your problem? You weren't there and you are reading an awful lot into it. She had her finger on the button, it was an exchange of words who is to say which would have taken longer, I had no idea there would be a problem pushing a button, and rather then accepting what I thought was a funny posting you have decided to make me feel like I need to defend myself for it. Really has no one ever had a cranky day with you? I wasn't being cranky, or unpleasant, found the humor in it and posted to join in the conversation. So lighten up. PLEASE?

[Bonanza]

Originally Posted by cquick

I found this thread interesting.....I have been here in The Villages for 3 years, and have never thought too much about using my gate card in the rain. After all, there are MANY gates without a person at the gatehouse, so you have to use your cart for entry (or push the red button to speak to an attendant).

So what if our arm gets wet? It's rain! It's ok! You will dry off sooner or later!

You seem to be the only one who doesn't care about getting wet. It really comes down to how hard it's raining and which way the wind is blowing.

I have been in many "gated" communities during my 30+ years in real estate. I'm not saying that there aren't some of them where you have to use a card at an unmanned gate, but I will tell you that they are very few and far between.

Unmanned gates usually have a decal for residents, which is scanned upon entry without the use of a card. There is a phone to call residents for entry at the gate for the use of service people and non-residents.

That is how it's done in a "true" gated community. All of our streets are public. Our method for entry is old hat and well behind the times.

[Bonanza]

Originally Posted by Pointer

I have a witness who will verify what she shouted and that she was annoyed.

The point is Gracie that I obviously already knew that I blew it, was embarrassed, showed her my card and asked nicely, not once but three times before the gate was opened. I didn't need to be chastised and the other cars didn't need to be held up while she made her point to further humiliate me.

"Just open the pod bay doors Hal" My goodness can't one make a mistake without being publicly chastised. You'll note that I didn't say which gate it was or what time. I wouldn't do that to her.

When I read your original post, my heart went out to you because there was no reason for that guard to do what she did. I would have taken her name down (it's always posted at the gate) and reported her. Yes -- totally uncalled for!

Frankly, I would have been so incensed that I probably would have just sat at the gate, after those few times when you tried to make sense with that guard. I guess she has a "control" issue!

Unfortunately, Gracie will never find fault with anything in the Villges, and only with those who may make a comment or share an opinion regarding something that could be better, perhaps. It may be nicer to be that way, but not realistic. What happened with you was a honest mistake that could have been done by anyone.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by Bonanza

When I read your original post, my heart went out to you because there was no reason for that guard to do what she did. I would have taken her name down (it's always posted at the gate) and reported her. Yes -- totally uncalled for!

Frankly, I would have been so incensed that I probably would have just sat at the gate, after those few times when you tried to make sense with that guard. I guess she has a "control" issue!

Unfortunately, Gracie will never find fault with anything in the Villges, and only with those who may make a comment or share an opinion regarding something that could be better, perhaps. It may be nicer to be that way, but not realistic. What happened with you was a honest mistake that could have been done by anyone.

Lot of things Bonny. You can't change people's attitude or how they were raised to look at things

It is regional ethics and practices and manners and behavior and culture that we are really talking about.... Some Easterners think some Midwesterners sound mealy mouthed. Some Midwesterners think some Easterners talk too much and argue too much and have an attitude.

AND I made the point you made on this thread a few posts back. WE ALL HAVE DONE THAT; pulled through and didn't scan. ALL of us.
http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=...9352A5C7C9E039

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by cmj1210

Excellent point. I say keep the gates closed. My sister has a transducer that she puts on her visor and when she approaches the gate the gates open. That would be the smart way to avoid having to open your window every time you need to get through a resident gate.

Which gate does your sister use the transducer on?????

[cmj1210]

Bogie, my sister does not live in The Villages.

[Bogie Shooter]

That's good information....................................... .

[cmj1210]

LOL. She lives in NY on Long Island