[schwarz]

Originally Posted by Bob.Betty

Can anyone tell me why they no longer check i.d.'s in the pools? We saw people smoking, and also commenting that if you see a community watch person come in to jump in the pool so they don't check your id. We've seen numerous people who were obviously under the age of 30 in adult pools, It seems to be out of control.

Basically every Recreation center in the Villages is short of staff.

[Michael G.]

I hear that after each village gets all their homes and building lots sold, they're on their own for reporting rules and violations.

So for TV with lots of homes and building lots to sale, the developer goes all out on selling to build up those areas, but once the village is full, any rules, regulations, like checking ID's are relaxed.

They feel their sale program of each village area is over.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by schwarz

Basically every Recreation center in the Villages is short of staff.

I don't know what you mean by the rec centers being short of staff. The pools are monitored by the Village rec centers, each of which has one manager on duty whenever the rec center is open. That is the only employee who checks IDs at the pools. The manager visits 2 or 3 pools periodically during the day and manages the rec center building. That staff level has been the same for at least the past 5 years. No increase or reduction. If you have an issue at a pool, you can call the rec center and the manager will be happy to visit the pool to check IDs.

[Bill14564]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

I hear that after each village gets all their homes and building lots sold, they're on their own for reporting rules and violations.

So for TV with lots of homes and building lots to sale, the developer goes all out on selling to build up those areas, but once the village is full, any rules, regulations, like checking ID's are relaxed.

They feel their sale program of each village area is over.

Do you live in the Villages? If so, you should attend one of the Resident Academy presentations to help you understand how our local Govt. actually works.

[Stu from NYC]

Never had the impression that very many outsiders use our pools.

[Velvet]

Sometimes they use it by accident. I’ve brought the rules to the attention of a couple of parents, politely and also mentioned where they could use the pool. Never had a negative reaction. The people who have ”attitude” tend to be in their 20’s who feel entitled to use the over 30 pool, eat and leave garbage and play music loudly while there. Then sometimes you have the “travelers” who are not villagers just looking to enjoy the pools they are not paying for. Not often though, we know each other at the pool and pretty soon they feel they are not welcome.

[Michael G.]

Originally Posted by Velvet

Then sometimes you have the “travelers” who are not villagers just looking to enjoy the pools they are not paying for. Not often though, we know each other at the pool and pretty soon they feel they are not welcome.

Do you read what you type?

Sounds like a nature film I just watch on Hippo's protecting their water hole in Africa

[PugMom]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

Not unusual for most of the 125,000+, that don’t know rules on pool use. Probably a few minor instances.

it's true. when my bro & sis-in-law last visited, it was MY FAULT for telling them to visit the sports pool. once i knew the rule, it was no prob., i thought a guest pass was good for all pools, my bad

[MrFlorida]

Make the call..

[fdpaq0580]

Another option.
Have a station at each pool (like the starter shack for golf) where each Villager checks in and shows their I'd to get in the gate. Pool attendant is tasked to see rules are followed and calls for mgr if necessary.
Or,
The clipboard ladies could make random checks at each pool in TV to check id's and call for immediate backup if necessary.
☺

[Boston-Sean]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

Another option.
Have a station at each pool (like the starter shack for golf) where each Villager checks in and shows their I'd to get in the gate. Pool attendant is tasked to see rules are followed and calls for mgr if necessary.
Or,
The clipboard ladies could make random checks at each pool in TV to check id's and call for immediate backup if necessary.
☺

Special exceptions should be granted based on how the offender(s) look in their Bikini.

Call it the SmokeShow rule.

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

Another option.
Have a station at each pool (like the starter shack for golf) where each Villager checks in and shows their I'd to get in the gate. Pool attendant is tasked to see rules are followed and calls for mgr if necessary.
Or,
The clipboard ladies could make random checks at each pool in TV to check id's and call for immediate backup if necessary.
☺

The old biddies could use a new past time/

[Catalina36]

Originally Posted by Keefelane66

There is a phone at every residence pool. Call and report to recreation department when infractions observed nothing we can do on this forum, can only support your complaint.

Do I really have to call and request a visit by the Recreation Department and have them come and check IDs at the pool. I mean really, isn't that part of their job?? It doesn't take that long to check ID's and as far as only checking the people who are out of the pool and not bothering to check the people in the pool???? Whay gives with that attitude???
There are people who drive in park their car and use the pool and they know it is rare that anyone is checking ID's. So, their having fun at our expense?????

[Sabella]

Originally Posted by tophcfa

Three times over the winter I saw young people in the sports pools during lap swimming times who appeared way to young to be Village residents. Each time someone called the associated regional recreation center. One time they had rental issued resident ID’s and were allowed to stay. The other two times they had guest ID’s and were told to leave. Apparently, there are homeowners who don’t know the rules and tell their guests it is OK to use the sports pools?

Overcrowded courts at rec centers, NEVER see anyone check ID s. This should be done on a regular basis at all venues.

[DaleDivine]

Originally Posted by Stu from NYC

Putting a paper bag over your head can help for awhile

A plastic bag works better. Try it...