[skip0358]

Originally Posted by tuccillo

Management is handled by the CDDs and the county. Each CDD does have elected officials. Over time, the Developers representation goes to zero but initially he has a say. There is a regular lecture, typically given by John Rohan, that explains how the amenities/infrastructure is managed.

I'm aware of that. That's now when and IF the Family said we've had enough is what I and a few others were referring To. The FAMILY has done a great job.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by skip0358

I'm aware of that. That's now when and IF the Family said we've had enough is what I and a few others were referring To. The FAMILY has done a great job.

What he said.


I can't think of any post I have ever disagreed with this guy.

[twoplanekid]

Originally Posted by RickeyD

Kinda like Alaska and Hawaii. Same but not the same.

Who voted to let Fenney in? Same but not the same! We will see. We will see and not wishing failure on anyone. Hope for the best as it's out of our control.

[JourneyOfLife]

This news on top of the existing planned new homes in TV debunks the old sales ploy; Hurry, Hurry... buy a home before they are all gone!!!

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by twoplanekid

Who voted to let Fenney in? Same but not the same! We will see. We will see and not wishing failure on anyone. Hope for the best as it's out of our control.

This is a CDD. We don't run this place.(At this time) (THANK GOODNESS) There are very few CDD's in Florida. There are thousands of places that people can run if they want to run them. I don't know WHY this place is so successful but maybe because people who know how to run places are running this place.


Keep an open mind and think about it. Wonder why people choose to move here? AND if not happy with CDD form of government can easily sell, make money on their home and find something else.

[tuccillo]

It is my understanding that the CDDs are state regulated. In addition, as homes are sold within the CDD, the Developer's initial representation goes to zero, and that has happened in many of the CDDs (not mine yet). I believe all is well in those CDDs. I am not sure there is anything to worry about as the CDDs' charter is pretty clear and they have a fiduciary responsibility. If the fear is that the CDD management will turn into the political free-for-all of some HOAs, I just can't see that happening. Sure, there has been some controversy such as MMP striping but that is relatively minor.

Originally Posted by skip0358

I'm aware of that. That's now when and IF the Family said we've had enough is what I and a few others were referring To. The FAMILY has done a great job.

[tuccillo]

We don't get to vote on the formation of new CDDs. The formation of a new CDD requires government approval. If you haven't had a chance to attend the CDD Orientation I would really encourage you to do so - I found it excellent.

Originally Posted by twoplanekid

Who voted to let Fenney in? Same but not the same! We will see. We will see and not wishing failure on anyone. Hope for the best as it's out of our control.

[tuccillo]

I believe there are actually a couple of hundred CDDs in Florida. Whether that is a lot or not depends on your perspective ;-)

Originally Posted by graciegirl

This is a CDD. We don't run this place.(At this time) (THANK GOODNESS) There are very few CDD's in Florida. There are thousands of places that people can run if they want to run them. I don't know WHY this place is so successful but maybe because people who know how to run places are running this place.


Keep an open mind and think about it. Wonder why people choose to move here? AND if not happy with CDD form of government can easily sell, make money on their home and find something else.

[circletrack]

From what I understand, this will essentially be a self-contained development with its own shopping, golf and rec centers. Obviously no town square, but this could be appealing to folks that want a Villages quality experience, but without all the hustle and bustle of the main development.

[sunglow]

It really bothers me that they used that ploy to perspective buyers. I know the salespeople were kept in the dark as well. It seems very unethical to me on the part of the developer.

[DeanFL]

You may take this with a grain of salt. But I heard from a very good source - the guy is on the Seniors Against Crime group in TV (I think that's the name). He was informed that TV has gained approval for install of up to 7 golf cart tunnels under Rt 44. But initially would only build 3.

Sounds plausible for many reasons noted in previous threads re Buildout (non).

[outlaw]

Originally Posted by sunglow

It really bothers me that they used that ploy to perspective buyers. I know the salespeople were kept in the dark as well. It seems very unethical to me on the part of the developer.

Which unethical ploy are you talking about?

[rustyp]

There are over 600 CDD's in Florida. One easy test to know if a CDD has transitioned from Developer to residents is the voting criteria. If you are allowed to vote but you are not a Florida resident your CDD has not totally transitioned away from the developer. If your CDD only allows a legal Florida resident to vote (not just a landowner) that CDD has transitioned.

[Challenger]

Originally Posted by sunglow

It really bothers me that they used that ploy to perspective buyers. I know the salespeople were kept in the dark as well. It seems very unethical to me on the part of the developer.

"Caveat Emptor"

[twoplanekid]

Originally Posted by tuccillo

We don't get to vote on the formation of new CDDs. The formation of a new CDD requires government approval. If you haven't had a chance to attend the CDD Orientation I would really encourage you to do so - I found it excellent.

I was referring to including Fenney in the use of TV (our) amenities. I understand CDDs but not the web of agreements between CDDs. To form a district government among neighboring CDDs is understandable.