[Steadfast]

We hope to build in The Villages next Summer and the last time we were there was about six months ago. Any info on new developments of all kinds would be great to hear, so "Thanks in advance" for any replies!

For example:

How is Brownwood coming along?

What new roads are in other than what shows up on the outdated Google Map?

How is the shopping area on 466A just East of Beuna Vista progressing?

How about the new hospital and library? Where exactly are they going, and has construction started?

What are the latest areas to be opened after Buttonwood and what type of homes are being built there? Also, where are they located?

Is anything being done yet South of 466A? If so, what and where?

Have you noticed any effects on The Villages due to the uncertain economy?

These are just a few questions that I'm sure many of us wanna bees who are not there would love to have answered. Sorry fo going on so long in this first post. But, please provide any information you may have about what is happening there. We will all appreciate it stuck up here in the snow!

[champion6]

Originally Posted by Steadfast

What new roads are in other than what shows up on the outdated Google Map?

Mapquest is now showing the streets in Buttonwood, Tamarind Grove and St. James. Keep zooming in until they appear.

[whartonjelly]

Lucky you! We just attempted to book a preview lifestyle pan and was told they are booked up thru March 22 ! We have been there about 3 or 4 years ago and plan on moving there also. Will be putting house up in the spring. Pray for a quick sale!

I think we want a courtyard Villa.

[logdog]

Originally Posted by Steadfast

Have you noticed any effects on The Villages due to the uncertain economy?

Uncertain economy??? Not here. According to Forbes, TV is the second fastest growing community in the country.

[F16 1UB]

Steadfast,

You may want to sign up for TV "V" Mail. It will tell you the latest on what's being built. The left colmn says "Sign Up For Our Monthly Vmail Newsletter"

http://thevillages.com/newsletter/signup/

[Minnesotalyn]

Welcome Steadfast, Good questions. We haven't been there since last Aug. so would like to know too. Putting our house up for sale March 1.Hope it doesn't take to long too.

[swrinfla]

Steadfast:

Your question about noticing anything due to the economy . . .

From my perspective of approaching my 6th anniversary from closing, the most significant difference is that then (Jan '05) they were closing on something like 400+ homes a month, whereas they're down now to something closer to 200.

In almost any other part of the US 200 would be hugely exciting! Here it's almost disappointing! But, still the most obvious indicator!

Welcome to TOTV, and come see us!

SWR

[Steadfast]

Originally Posted by F16 1UB

Steadfast,

You may want to sign up for TV "V" Mail. It will tell you the latest on what's being built. The left colmn says "Sign Up For Our Monthly Vmail Newsletter"

http://thevillages.com/newsletter/signup/

Thank you F16,

I have signed up for Vmail, but have not seen much in the way of details other than the very fine video reports regarding Bonifay. I wish they would do more of that kind of thing.

Don't get me wrong, the newsletter is very much appreciated as far as it goes each month. 'Just looking for more info... more often, I guess.

Thanks!

[bike42]

Originally Posted by Steadfast

How is Brownwood coming along?
What new roads are in
How is the shopping area on 466A just East of Beuna Vista progressing?
How about the new hospital and library?
What are the latest areas to be opened after Buttonwood?
Is anything being done yet South of 466A? If so, what and where?

1) Utilities and tunnels are in on the Brownwood site but no constuction yet. Probably still a couple of years away.
2) All of the neighborhood roads north of 466A are complete, except for the new premier section south of 466 (Bridgeport at Laurel Grove) -- that will probably be done in the next 2 months. They have recently started work on the extension of Morse Blvd below 466A, toward 44 (and future turnpike connection).
3) Shopping area on 466A is not being built yet, but should be starting soon.
New hospital site is being graded (east of the Brownwood site, across Buena Vista). Library at the new County Service Center on 466A is open, I believe.
4) The Village of Tamarind Grove, next to Buttonwood, is already selling homes; St. James, the last village north of 466A, will follow. Both have a mix of homes styles and villas , except no premiers.
5) The first village south of 466A is showing up on the Sumter County GIS map. It's just south of the Bonifay golf course, which is supposed to be done in October. No name or roads yet, just lots on a map.

Come on down and see -- plenty of action!

[Pturner]

Steadfast: Welcome to TOTV! We're glad you're here.

Bike42: Great update, thanks.

[chuckinca]

Originally Posted by logdog

Uncertain economy??? Not here. According to Forbes, TV is the second fastest growing community in the country.

fastest is . . . .Buckeye, Az (a guess???)


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[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by Pturner

Steadfast: Welcome to TOTV! We're glad you're here.

Bike42: Great update, thanks.

I always agree with whatever PTurner says because she is smart and kind.

Bike42, you really explained perfectly, and you are too. What I said about P.

And Steadfast...

You are so Welcome.

[KYTeacher]

If you would like to see more videos go to this link...lots to choose from

http://www.thevillages.com/videos/playlist.asp

Originally Posted by Steadfast

Thank you F16,

I have signed up for Vmail, but have not seen much in the way of details other than the very fine video reports regarding Bonifay. I wish they would do more of that kind of thing.

Don't get me wrong, the newsletter is very much appreciated as far as it goes each month. 'Just looking for more info... more often, I guess.

Thanks!

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by bike42

1) Utilities and tunnels are in on the Brownwood site but no constuction yet. Probably still a couple of years away.
2) All of the neighborhood roads north of 466A are complete, except for the new premier section south of 466 (Bridgeport at Laurel Grove) -- that will probably be done in the next 2 months. They have recently started work on the extension of Morse Blvd below 466A, toward 44 (and future turnpike connection).
3) Shopping area on 466A is not being built yet, but should be starting soon.
New hospital site is being graded (east of the Brownwood site, across Buena Vista). Library at the new County Service Center on 466A is open, I believe.
4) The Village of Tamarind Grove, next to Buttonwood, is already selling homes; St. James, the last village north of 466A, will follow. Both have a mix of homes styles and villas , except no premiers.
5) The first village south of 466A is showing up on the Sumter County GIS map. It's just south of the Bonifay golf course, which is supposed to be done in October. No name or roads yet, just lots on a map.

Come on down and see -- plenty of action!

Bump. I stole the thread.

[LI SNOWBIRD]

Originally Posted by whartonjelly

Lucky you! We just attempted to book a preview lifestyle pan and was told they are booked up thru March 22 ! We have been there about 3 or 4 years ago and plan on moving there also. Will be putting house up in the spring. Pray for a quick sale!

I think we want a courtyard Villa.

I have everything I'm able to cross crossed for your sale!
Hoping you'll be joining our family soon.