Landings Eagle - January 2015 by Brion Palmer

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Landings History Part 4 See page 22

Speeding Violations Notice to all residents

Two Landings residents vehicles speeding, but only two of the six had a barcodes were suspended for 30 days after second violation. No offenders attended a vote of the LMA board this past fall. The the meeting to plead their case. board decided not to identify the owners To the majority of Landing’s residents, at the time of the suspension. In all, six thank you for not speeding. warning letters were sent out regarding

By Diana Colson Rudy Blohm and his wife, Gaye, have lived in The Landings for over 15 years. He served on the Landing South II board for several terms as president, and currently serves on the LMA board where he most recently oversaw the building of the new gazebo and repair of the nature trail bridge. He also serves on the Racquet Club board where he oversaw the building of the new addition to the workout center. He helped in overseeing the remodeling of the existing facilities as well. His background is an interesting one. Raised near Cologne in Germany, Rudy Blohm graduated from university before immigrating to America, where his first job was as an Electrical Engineer with Chrysler in Michigan. He then moved to Stroh Brewery, where he oversaw production-line installations in several different cities. When Stroh went out of business, he moved over to Sidel, a French company, which built production lines especially for the Food & Beverage Industry. As senior project manager, he oversaw multimillion dollar projects for Coca-Cola in England, and by special request, two locations in Romania simultaneously—a country he describes as beautiful, but remarkably undeveloped. He and Gaye lived in Strasburg, France, during the year long project. Rudy commuted from Sidel’s home office, north of Strasburg, to Romania, while Gaye remained in Strasburg exploring the surrounding areas. His job with Sidel also took him to several other countries: Germany, Italy,

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Gazebo Ribbon Cutting Ceremony January 15 at 4pm Photo supplied by Rudy Blohm Mexico, Canada, and parts of the USA. For long term assignments, Gaye would travel with him. Rudy’s hobbies are many, with photography being perhaps his grandest passion. His magnificent photographs fill their home, with several grouped together in a kind of collage. A cluster of shots taken while on safari in Africa hangs over the living room couch, bringing a unique character to the space. “I take photos and then print them on canvas. I can print pictures up to 24 inches wide. I started with a 13 inch printer, and quickly graduated. When Gaye and I went to Africa in 2013— Tanzania and Kenya—we stayed in small tents and moved around to follow the migration of the herds. In Africa, I took about 1500 shots.” Rudy uses a Sony digital camera, shoots in Raw Format, and then uses Photoshop to polish the shot. “I like Raw Format—you can play with it more.” Continued on page 7

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LMA Emergency Contractor

The LMA has contracted with SERVPRO to provide certain services in the event of an emergency situation such as a strong hurricane. Their role will be to coordinate the contractors required to restore LMA services to The Landings in such an event. Areas of involvement will include clearing of Association roads, restoring our drainage system, restoring operations at the Main Gatehouse and the work to

repair damage to trees in our common areas. They will also maintain contact with our security contractor to coordinate the re-opening of The Landings in the event the County declares an evacuation. The LMA joins the racquet club and other Landings associations in contracting with SERVPRO for the specific services they require.

LMA Decal Verification

Letters have gone out to owners of properties in Landings South II notifying them that the decals registered to them will be suspended on February 1st unless they take action before that date to re-validate them. Owners can avoid suspension by re-

validating their decals before February 1, 2015. Owners who will be gone for the month their decals are scheduled to be deactivated may go to the Main Gate before they leave to complete the verification process. The form will be available on The Landings website and from the Main Gate.

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LMA Meeting Notes LMA ANNOUNCES GAZEBO RIBBON CUTTING

LMA Pres. Henry Rhodes began this month’s meeting by nominating Michael Knupp to the LMA board to fill the open board position after the departure of Truman Menefee. His appointment was unanimously approved by the board. Knupp also chairs the Strategic Planning committee. Rhodes congratulated and thanked Rudy Blohm for his leadership and hard work regarding the construction and completion of The Landings new Gazebo. Archives Chairman, Robert Manteiga interjected “I’m one of the fishermen down there, and I think the gazebo is fantastic. You can actually “cast” from the center of the gazebo now.” A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for January 15, at 4 PM. The celebration will include wine, appetizers and a shuttle for anyone needing assistance. Anyone interested in participating in the Planning Committee, is asked to contact Sarah Rhodes.

INTERSECTION CONGESTION

LMA Pres. Henry Rhodes reported on the results of a special executive meeting that included the LMA attorney and traffic engineers. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss all of the issues surrounding the traffic congestion at Kestrel Parkway and US 41. Rhodes reiterated that the goal has always been to resolve the traffic congestion issue in a way that would be acceptable to all parties. Although the board

has attempted to resolve the issue for more than two years, they have received little or no cooperation from the shopping center retailers. In order to get the attention of the retailers, the LMA attorney has recommended the board prepare a request for a Declaratory Judgment and solicit comments from Publix and the other retailers. The hope is this would move the process forward. After a spirited 24 minute discussion among board members and residents, Rhodes related that they were going to do what the executive board recommended.

FINANCE REPORT

Finance committee chair, Don McMurray reported that through the end of October, they are $59,775 under budget. Outstanding landscaping and lakes expenses will bring that surplus down considerably. The finance committee did open a credit card account which the board had been suggesting for some time. One of the two cards will be held by Argus, the other by maintenance. There is a $1000 credit limit on the card. McMurray reported that three residents have still not paid their yearly assessment and two have not paid outstanding fees. The outstanding debt created buy this is just over $6,000. These accounts have been turned over to the LMA attorney for processing and debt collection.

ARCHIVES

Archives Chairman, Robert Manteiga announced the committee had added two new members, Dick Bayles and Steve Holtzkener. The computer expertise of both these men will

By Trebor Britt be a real asset. Finally Manteiga mentioned only about 100 more documents remain to be scanned and saved.

DRAINAGE

Committee chair, Jack Jost reported no active drainage issues in November. In December, the semi annual cleanup of major swales will take place costing approximately $2,500.

GAZEBO UPDATE

Rudy Blohm reported the gazebo is open and completely functional. A stainless steel fish cutting board has been ordered and will be installed soon. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for January 15, at 4 PM. The celebration will include wine, appetizers and a shuttle for anyone needing assistance.

Harvey and Jean Greller along with Teresa and Robert Manteiga enjoying the new Gazebo. Robert caught 9 fish and Jean caught 1. Photo by Bob Stein.

COMMUNITY HAULING PROGRAM

• Several Brazilian Pepper trees that were embedded in the mangroves, were removed from south of the nature trail. • There are a few issues with holiday lights, but they are up and brightly shining. • Mulching the remaining Landings islands will be completed early next year.

Larry Lawrence reported 15 residents utilized the program in November. Three residents brought unneeded computers which were given to the Sarasota County Computer Users Group. They refurbish them and give them to local schools. Lawrence announced Harvey Greller SPEEDING ROADS replaced Truman Menefee as a John Carson announced a Roads chair, Rudy Blohm volunteer to collect materials. meeting has been scheduled reported any needed road repairs between the LMA Council would likely be done in the early SAFETY AND and the Security Committee to part of next year. SECURITY explore further enforcement Co-chair John Carson reported alternatives. LAKES on a couple items. Lakes chair, Larry Lawrence • The Decal Verification STRATEGIC PLANNING reported on the completion project is continuing. of three substantial projects. • Servpro was retained as the Strategic Planning chair, First, the Lake Mayne (Lake-9) LMA disaster recovery vendor. Michael Knupp reviewed the fountain repair is completed A joint meeting was coordinated previous plan and drafted an and is fully operational. Second, between Servpro and Universal outline he would like to discuss with several key people. He also the shoreline restoration in front Protection service. solicited the help of residents of the Lakeview Condominium who might be interested in is done and should protect the LANDSCAPING joining the committee. foundation for 10 to 20 years. Third, Pintail Lake (Lake-8) L a n d s c a p i n g c h a i r , J o e ANNUAL MEETING will be sprayed soon to remove Hennessy’s reported on a few the algae scum. Lawrence also projects. LMA Pres. Henry Rhodes reported that Sarasota County • The South Gate landscape announced the Annual Meeting r e p r e s e n t a t i v e s a s k e d f o r r e n o v a t i o n ’ s h a v e b e e n will be held February 5. Ballots several weeks to research issues completed. He also received an will be distributed mid-January regarding North Lake (Lake-1). estimate of $3,300 to beef up the and voting will take place at the lighting in that area. February 5 meeting.

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THE LANDINGS ART SHOW: Resident artists of The Landings are invited to exhibit and sell their art at the Racquet Club January 30 to February 1st, 2015. Paintings in all media, photography, fabric art, needlework, ceramics and sculpture will be welcome into the show if original. Reproductions must be labeled. All work should be properly framed and presentable for showing. All artists must be current residents of The Landings and willing to spend time at the exhibit. Reservations for space are requested to be made by January 25 by phone or email to Isabel Becker. Please state your media, # of works you would like to exhibit and phone # in a message. Thank you. 941-388-7823 Iabecker@optonline.net

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The board approved two landscaping at the front of a Project Manager: LAURA WILMESMEIER requests for the removal of trees residence on Peregrine Point on Peregrine Point Drive and Drive and reviewed the minimal Peregrine Point Circle W. It also progress with respect to violations approved the replacement of a on Peregrine Point Circle E. roof on Pine Harrier Circle. Letters of violation will be sent I t r e q u e s t e d f u r t h e r to owners of properties on Pine information on the plans for Harrier Circle and Pine Harrier

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January Events at Phillippi Estate Park The Phillippi Farmhouse Market continues in full swing every Wednesday from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. during the month of January. The market features local fruits and vegetables from Brown’s Grove (including their signature citrus and all-natural, hormonefree meats) , Honeyside Farms (famous for their delicious strawberries) Greens on the Gro ( hydroponic produce and wonderful leafy greens) and Geraldson’s Community Farms (USDA certified organic produce). Of course, the market has lots of food vendors, who use the market’s fresh produce in their prepared foods, live music each week, local artisans with unique handicrafts and the friendliest, most helpful volunteers at the Welcome Tent to give out brochures, flyers and information on what’s happening in Sarasota. The market features a 10 a.m.

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free tour of the Edson Keith Mansion. This 1916 Italian Renaissance home was built by Edson Keith, a member of the “Chicago Colony” in the early days of our community. A well-informed docent will lead guests through the house and talk about the history of the area. For more information on the market and the Mansion, please call 941-316-1309. On Wed Jan 21 – there will be a Downton Abbey Dinner at the Edson Keith Mansion. Dress is formal (black tie preferred) and period dress. There will be a wine dinner, entertainment and dancing. For more information, please call 941-366-7950. On Sat Jan 31 and Sun Feb 1, Winterfest in the Park returns to the front field with Arts and Crafts from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. This event is free, open to the public and has ample parking available.

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL RESIDENTS OF THE LANDINGS COMMUNITY!! We are starting the New Year off with the celebration of our new Gazebo! This is an open invitation to everyone that lives in The Landings. If you haven’t been to the Gazebo, located at the end of the Nature Trail off Heron Way, NOW is the time. The ribbon cutting celebration is scheduled for Thursday, January 15, beginning at 4:00 PM. LMA will provide refreshments for all and are working on securing a golf cart and driver to transport those who might need help to and from the entrance on Heron Way. The time for the election of new members to the LMA Board is upon us! While this might seem like something that “really doesn’t involve me”, it is the LMA Board that determines the current and future direction our community takes. Over

the last five years, as your President, I have worked hard to recruit new members to the board in an effort to reflect the make-up of our community. It is important that the board has a balance of homeowners and condo-owners, retirees and families, men and women; that is who we are as a community. You are invited to come meet and greet candidates for the LMA Board on Thursday January 22 at 7:00 PM at the LRC. All candidates including those standing for re-election

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Also visible in the Blohm’s lakefront home are lush photographs of brilliantly colored flowers, rugged fishing villages in Maine, and splendid vistas, including one of the Grand Canyon. Obviously the Blohm’s are travelers, and camping is one of their hobbies. “We started with a jeep and a mattress in back, and then moved to a pop-up travel trailer. Before long we had graduated to a big trailer that had all the amenities and fit in the garage. Then came the day we took a camping trip down the Blue Ridge Parkway, and got caught in a thunderstorm. Branches were falling everywhere and rain came pouring down. We decided then and there that we were getting too old for this, so we bought an RV. Now when we travel, we pull our small Fiat behind us.” The Blohm’s just got back from the Keys, where they also towed two kayaks on top of the Fiat. They take their dog, Shadow, with them wherever they go. He is a beautiful blonde English Cocker Spaniel who got his name from following Gaye around like a little shadow. The Blohm’s are a blended family, each having one daughter. Last year they took the youngest of their four grandchildren, Jose Anderson, out to Grand Canyon National Park. Seeing things through the eyes of a twelve year old proved to be remarkable. The family spent ten days getting there, stopping

along the way at various sites. They stayed another ten days at the park, where Rudy took dramatic photographs of the Grand Canyon as they hiked halfway down into the iconic chasm. The final ten days were spent wandering home, seeing sights along the way. Another of Rudy’s hobbies is growing roses. Growing roses in Florida is a challenge, but he is up to it. He currently has over fifty rose bushes. Rudy Blohm has been a skier most of his life. “We normally go to Italy, in the Cortina area. The climate there is perfect: blue sky, sun shining, decent temperature, plus you can ski all day and never be on the same run twice.” (There are over 500 lifts in the Cortina area.) Gaye gave up skiing after an injury, but Rudy plans to hit the slopes again this January. Rudy is also a tennis player, playing right here at The Landings. He is proud of his wife’s recent conversion to the sport. “Gaye loved to play golf. I would play golf maybe once a year. Two years ago, Joe—the tennis pro here—gave her some lessons. She tried it and now she plays on the League.” He is proud of work on the LMA board. “We just finished the Gazebo. It was fun doing it because you can put your own ideas in a project like this!” Rudy’s handsome artwork may be seen at http://photosprintedoncanvasrb.com

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Kids’ Corner

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Ava Michalopoulos (age 8), 2nd grader, Pine View School for the Gifted. She has one brother, Ian (age 5) • Where did you live before Sarasota? We moved from Chicago. We’ve lived in The Landings for four years. • What do you like most about The Landings? I have met a lot of friends here and I like to go bike riding with a neighbor down the street. I also like the big trees. They are good to climb on. • Do you have any pets? We used to have a dog. I would like to have a unicorn next, a white one with a rainbow horn! • What is your favorite subject in school? Art and math and reading. I like art because I can be creative. I like reading because in class, I like when it’s quiet and I can just read. I like math because it helps with everyday life like telling time, counting money. We are doing multiplication now. • What are your favorite books?

Cupcake Diaries, The Books of Elsewhere, and The Second Spy (which I’m doing a book report on). • What do you do in your spare time? I have been playing piano for two years. I take lessons once a week at Suzuki School of Music. I enjoy Legos too. I prefer the architecture sets. I built the London’s Tower Bridge! I also love swimming when it’s warm and I go biking every day after school. • What do you want to be when you grow up? An artist. I’m going to be an artist with my Mom and we are going to set up a studio and sell paintings. • What kinds of things will you paint? People. • What’s your favorite food? Cookies, cake and Dunkin’ Donuts. I think the world wouldn’t survive without Dunkin’ Donuts

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Heidi Bodor sometimes mix colors and wear something pretty. • If you were a new addition to a crayon box, what color would you be and why? Turquoise because it’s a pretty color. It’s the ocean color and I like water. • Tell me 3 words that describe you. Nice, creative, and a reader (I have the 2nd highest number of reading points in my class!) • What makes you laugh? Tapioca pudding! When someone says it, I just laugh! My brother also does funny things. He bawks like a chicken and dances around. • If you could throw a parade in The Landings, what type of parade would it be? A normal parade except instead of horses, there would be flying unicorns and instead of a regular marching band, it would

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LRC Wine Tasting & Exhibition The Club recently hosted a wine tasting and tennis exhibition, sponsored by Steve Koch of Sarasota Fine Wines with attendance of over 80 residents. Steve offered a wide variety of wine varietals – both red and white and served throughout the two exhibition tennis matches. The first match was between Landings resident Gabriel von Kessel, age 15, and the 24th ranked 14 and under in Florida Theo Winegar. Theo won the match in a tiebreak at 6 games all. The second match was between Gabriel’s mother, Tina, who was featured in a recent article and Joe Venezia, our Director of Tennis, playing John Janes and Ron Smith, our assistant pros. Joe and John were roommates at Auburn and on its tennis team. John and Ron won, again in a tiebreak after 6 games all. The players encouraged crowd participation (a’la Davis Cup matches) and the result was an entertaining evening for all concerned.

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Come join our Current Events Discussion Group Starting January 8th every Thursday at 3 PM at the Racquet Club

January 8th ”Identity Fraud: What it means to you and me” by Steve Holtzkener, Landings Resident Identity theft and identity fraud have become topical because of malicious security exploits or “hacks” on companies like Target and Home Depot. This presentation is intended to outline some of the facts surrounding identity fraud, discuss the risks and suggest some preventative measures.steve.holtzkener@ gmail.com

• January 15th Sports Psychology by Linda Lee, Landings Resident “It’s okay to have butterflies, as long as they are flying in formation” I got interested in sports psychology after qualifying to play for Canada at the world bridge championships in 2004 in Istanbul, Turkey. Talking to a sports psychologist who worked with Olympic athletes, I learned that the issues that affected me when I was playing competitive bridge were the same as those encountered by everyone who competed in other sports and games. They concerned me as an individual

dealing with the emotions that occurred when competing, playing with a partner, playing on a team and playing under a captain and coach. While I was in Istanbul , I wrote an article about bridge psychology which has been published and republished and is available at http:// www.clairebridge.com/textes/ beprepared.pdf I began running and playing tennis in recent years. As a runner I found that some of the same psychological factors affected me, but playing tennis on a team with a partner and a captain the parallels were much greater. Some of the points I’ll discuss will be “the fight or flee reflex”, relaxation techniques, goal setting, pregame preparation, developing techniques to handle specific situations during a competition, visualization, recognizing what “zone” you are in and planning accordingly, and communicating with your partner, coach, and team.

• January 22nd Enchanting Southeast Asia: an overview by Paul Sarno Guest Speaker. Paul Sarno is an excellent presenter. A friend of Irv Kusher, he has lectured all over our area. This is a fascinating topic which includes: Burma, Thailand, Taipan, Vietnam, Cambodia and other exotic countries.

Paul Sarno is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and the Columbia Law School. He was a civil trial lawyer in New York City for thirty-eight years. From his undergraduate days, he has nurtured a fascination with Southeast Asia. Through wide ranging readings, twelve visits (the most recent in August 2014 to Singapore and Cambodia for over a month), membership in both the Asia Society and the Burma Studies Group and the Trustee of the Burma Studies Foundation, he has been engaged in a systemic effort at better understanding these eleven countries. He has taught at various senior learning centers and other venues in Sarasota and Norwalk, Connecticut for the last eleven years. He will be teaching “The Fascinating History of Southeast Asia” at Lifelong Learning Academy at the USF Sarasota Campus eight Fridays starting January 16 and on Southeast Asian Political Systems there beginning in March, He has spoken eight times on Southeast Asian topics on two Silversea cruises and twice, the latest in December 2012, he led a group through Myanmar for nine days. He continues to struggle to master the Burmese language.

• January 29th Italian Neorealism and After by Robert C. Manteiga, PhD, Landings Resident Professor Emeritus of Hispanic Studies, Comparative

Literature, and Film Media, University of Rhode Island. Few, if any, film genres have been as influential in promoting cultural renewal and social change as the postwar Italian neorealist cinema. During the waning years of the Fascist regime in war-torn Italy, Alessandro Blasetti’s Four Steps in the Clouds (1941), Vittorio De Sica’s The Children Are Watching Us (1942), and Luchino Visconti’s Ossessione (1943) ushered in a new era of realism that heralded the creation of a “most beautiful film” that would “follow the slow and tired step of the worker who returns home”

(quote is from DeSantis and Alicata, 1941). And what an era it would prove to be. In 1945, the year in which Mussolini was executed and Italy liberated by the Americans, Roberto Rosselini would release his signature film Roma CitaAperta (Rome, Open City). Soon after, Rosselini, Passolini, De Sica, Visconti, Fellini, Lattuada, Antonioni, and others would produce, between 1945 and 1954, a body of cinematographic work that would rival that of any other country and any other historical period, and whose influence would be felt throughout the world.

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Racquet Club News |President’s Report By Dick Bayles First, I hope that everyone had a joyful holiday season. Despite the generally colder weather in December, use of the courts was far heavier than in recent years. We have had an influx of newer members, more than a few of which play, so I remind our members to reserve court time in advance. Use of the ball machine is also significantly higher, so reserving its use is also important. Our two social events in December were attended to capacity. Sarasota Fine Wines hosted a wine tasting and tennis exhibition event that drew more than 90 spectators. You can read more about the event, with photos, in this issue. The holiday party featured new entertainment, Sammy J and Wright the Sax Man, who won over the guests with their music and mixing in (and, on two occasions, leading) the dancing. Those who did not attend missed a really fun evening. Now for some business. Our annual meeting is being held at 7:00PM on Tuesday, January 20th in the Lakeside Room. We

encourage everyone to attend as we review the past year and our current year plans. To ensure a quorum, if you are not planning to attend the meeting, or even if you are, please complete and return the proxy distributed with our annual meeting notice. Copies are also available in the Pro Shop if needed. Please note that the annual meeting is not a time or place to bring up operational issues that are best resolved during our monthly board meetings, held on the third Tuesday of each month at 1:30PM in the Lakeside Room. [There will also be one on the day of the annual meeting.] The annual meeting is not one where action is normally taken on such items. Lastly, our growth in use of our tennis facilities, especially the clinics run by Joe and our assistant pros, has required that we change their sign-up rules. For cardio clinics, signups for a month will be available on the morning of the 3rd Friday of the prior month for members. Signups for non-members will be available on the following Sunday. At the suggestion of one of our members, an ad hoc committee was formed to review the policies regarding clinic signups.

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Happy New Year! I trust everyone had a safe and happy holiday season with all your family and friends. As a reminder, The Landings Racquet Club Annual Meeting will take place Tuesday, January 20th in the Lakeside Clubhouse at 7:00 PM. You should have received the annual meeting packet in the mail several weeks ago. Please sign and return the blue proxy to the Club if you haven’t done so already. Contact me by phone or email at LRCtennis@verizon. net if you haven’t received your mailing or have questions about it. On December 13th, a fantastic event was held with 72 members in attendance. Chef James Riegel from Black Tie Catering was back with another wonderful dinner. I’ve had numerous positive comments on the food. Sammy J & Wright the Sax Man provided the musical entertainment. This was their first time performing at The Landings and they did a fantastic

job. The members seemed to thoroughly enjoy the music, especially the tableside saxophone performances. Thank you to Jill Eisner and her committee of Carmen Lawrence, Sandy Goldman, Sarah Rhodes, Lenora Jost and Sandy Frank for their outstanding efforts in decorating the Clubhouse for the party. Events like this wouldn’t happen without all the volunteer help. Stop by and look at the pictures from the event if you would like to. They are posted on the bulletin board by the coffee. Intermediate Bridge - Ray and Linda Lee will again be offering their very popular bridge sessions this winter. If you know how to play bridge – even if you haven’t played for many years – join us and have some fun! There will be 8 sessions on Thursdays 7:00- 8:30 PM in the Lakeside Clubhouse, starting January 15th, play and defense so expect to spend most of the session playing rather than listening to a lecture! Space is limited, so pre-registration is essential. Please sign up in the Pro Shop. If you have any questions, email Ray or Linda at mppsouth@verizon.net or call 941-2277414.

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|News From the Court I hope everyone had a happy holiday season - now let’s get ready for 2015! I feel we ended 2014 on a high note with tennis events. Once again the Father/Son Tennis Tournament went off without a hitch. A huge THANK YOU to all the volunteers, sponsors, host families and Dee and Ralph for putting together another well appreciated players luncheon. The new teams this year were very impressed with how the tournament was run and the returning teams enjoyed themselves as usual. Lots of comments that they will see us next year. I hope everyone had a fun evening watching the tennis exhibition. Gabriel Von Kessel and Theo Winegar played some tremendous tennis. The match was well played and close to the end. Keep an eye out for these two. Speaking for John, Ron and Tina - I think we had some great shots. I know we had fun. Thanks to Kevin for manning the chair and keeping us

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By Joe Venezia somewhat in line. I would also like to thank Steve from Sarasota Fine Wine. He brought several nice reds and whites for us to enjoy during the exhibition. When you are ready to purchase wine, stop by and see Steve. He’ll answer any questions you may have about wine or suggest wines for you to try. Sarasota Fine Wine is located in the Big and Tall Plaza just north of The Landings. New Cardio Tennis Sign Up Policy: - Landings Residents can sign up on the 3rd Friday of the month - Non-Landings residents can sign up on Sunday A committee is being established to set guidelines for cancelation policies, etc. Details to follow. I am still finalizing the schedule of tennis events for 2015. We will have a Round Robin for the Australian Open. Check in the Pro Shop for all the details and sign up sheet. And if you want to schedule a lesson or clinic contact me at lrctennisdirector@ verizon.net or 9419932628. John and Ron are available also. See you on the courts.......

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Landings Learning Group Launches 2015 Season The Landings Learning Group will launch its 2015 season on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7TH. Nine high quality programs of lectures and musical entertainment are scheduled. All programs are on Wednesdays at 4:00 PM. Light refreshments will be served at 3:30.

For the opening JANUARY 7TH PROGRAM There will be a special “MEET AND GREET RECEPTION” WINE, CHEESE, & DELECTABLE “GOODIES” Hosted by Judy Greene and Tara Lamb The Landings Realtors Tom Ellison’s jazz quartet will perform at 4:00 PM on January 7th. The quartet features Eddy Tobin, piano. We enjoyed Eddy’s jazz piano when he performed for the LLG at our tribute to Jerry Jerome event. Eddy is not only an outstanding pianist, but he is also an excellent jazz vocalist.

Tom Ellison will play the saxophone and flute. Tom is also known as a jazz vocalist. Billy Pillucere plays the, bass and David Pruyn the drums. A very exciting jazz quartet will create an exciting and energizing afternoon of Jazz. On Wednesday, January 14th, The Landings Learning Group welcomes the return of Bass Baritone Douglas Renfroe who has performed at New York’s Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall and venues throughout Europe. Conductors with whom he has sung include Leopold Stokowski, Leonard Bernstein, and Loren Maazel. Renfroe has frequently played “Tevye” in Fidler On The Roof. An Australian critic stated; “ Mr. Renfroe owns the role of Tevye. He acts as though he talks to God on a regular basis”. He recived an Honorary Doctorate from the University of California in 2004. On Wednesday, January 21st Dr. Jerry Pubantz returns to The Landings Learning Group. Dr. Pubantz will address “The U.S. and the Great Powers in the

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Wake of Congressional Elections”. Dr. Jerry Pubantz is a Professor of Political Science, University of North Carolina at Greensboro; Dean of Lloyd International Honors College, and author of many scholarly books on International Relations. He is a very popular TV personality and a favorite of the LLG audience. Pubantz is a member of the Middle East Policy Council’s National Advisory Board, has been a featured speaker at the Sarasota SILL for many years. He is co-editor of the “Encyclopedia of the United Nations” and co-author of a new book, the “New United Nations: International Organization in the 21st Century” The fee for Landings Racquet Club members for the nine program series is $25.00 and $35.00 for non LRC members. Sign up at The Landings Racquet Club. Guests are welcome for individual programs. There will be a $5.00 charge for non subscribing LRC members and $8.00 for non members. A special invitation is extended to new residents of The Landings,

within the last 12 months, to be the guest of the LLG, and receive free admission to the opening performance and reception. Please call Howard & Adrienne Feltman (941 926 1306) so that you may be added to the guest list for the first program. There is a “HEARING LOOP” in the Lakeside Room of the LRC; this loop will significantly improve the clarity of sound for the hearing challenged who have “T-Coils” in their hearing aides. The technicians who installed the loop at the LRC suggest that you will experience significantly improved clarity if you sit close to the left or right walls, or in the rear of the auditorium, which will place you physically close to the “Loop”. If you have special “hearing needs”, speak to a LLG Committee member and a front row seat will be reserved for you. Join The Landings Learning Group with your neighbors and friends at The Landings Racquet Club for stimulating and entertaining Wednesday afternoons at 4:00 PM during January, February and March. SEE YOU THERE!

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The economic downturn of the past seven years or so has been difficult for many individuals, but perhaps none are more adversely affected than organizations that depend upon the generosity of others for their survival. St. Michael the Archangel Church on Siesta Key, is a Catholic parish in the middle of perhaps one of the wealthiest areas of the Venice Diocese, but that location has not made them immune to financial difficulties. In November, the Pastor of the church, Msgr. Joe Stearns, sent out a letter to parishioners, advising them of some news he had received from the church’s Financial Committee. The letter explained that for the past two years, St. Michael had been seeing a negative financial trend, and was currently facing a deficit. Fr. Leo Smith, Associate Pastor, said that many of the parishioners were shocked at the report. “We genuinely believe that the parishioners didn’t know there was a problem, and because it’s Siesta Key, people just think everything is ok,” he said. “The parish has shrunk over time, from 1200 families to about 850, and also over time, the collections have gotten smaller.” Plus, since the church is in a tourist area, many of those who attend services there are snowbirds who are only in town for half the year. Diane Marcus, Administrative Assistant with St. Michael, said that because the buildings on the parish property are from the 1950s and have many elements in need of repair, the lack of funds being placed in the collection plate affects our ability to maintain our facilities. “We had a leak in the air conditioning unit, which was a huge undertaking,” she said. “The other buildings also need maintenance and air conditioning repairs.” It’s important to note that St. Michael the Archangel Church is not in debt, it is showing a financial deficit, which is why the parish’s Financial Committee believes that with an increased

offertory and cutting overall expenses, the deficit can be erased. Dr. Benedict Nguyen, Director of Communications for the Diocese of Venice, said that when parishes are in financial crisis, that is usually the first step. “It is not unusual for pastors or administrators to appeal to the parish community in matters of financial stewardship,” he said. “In fact, the Diocese encourages this type of communication to keep parishioners informed of the financial well-being and needs of the parish on a regular, on g oi ng b asi s. G e n er ou s sharing of time, talent, and treasure by the parishioners is always encouraged, and through good stewardship, the financial challenges of each parish can and are met. “ Typically, those parishes most in need are in the eastern areas of the Diocese, where there are more economically stressed situations. But the position St. Michael currently finds itself in is not at all unusual.Nguyen said that

when needed, the Diocese is happy to offer assistance and advice to any of its 60 parishes. “The Diocese has been ready to help in various ways, such as advice regarding specific needs, arranging for financial reviews every three years, and promotion of fundraising initiatives,” he said. “In addition, the Diocese has a savings and loan program to render assistance to parishes who may be in need.” In the meantime, St. Michael plans to not only decrease expenses and increase the offertory, but also increase the church’s registration numbers, which will help to formalize families’ relationship with the parish. “We’d like to have even more people from our community be parishioners here,” Marcus said.”We invite all people to come join us, and we welcome anybody.” St Michael the Archangel Church is at 5394 Midnight Pass Road, Siesta Key. For more information, call the parish office at 941-349-4174.

Pet of the Month Hi! My name is Crystal and I moved to The Landings two years ago from Denver with my special person. Before I go any farther – I am a boy! An 18 pounder!! Yes, I know Crystal is a girl’s name and how I came to have the name Crystal is a long story. So just think “Billy Crystal.” Florida is ok but it is sure different then Denver. I haven’t seen one coyote since I arrived. Although, since I no longer go outside, there may be some lurking that I have not seen. While I do miss roaming around outside a bit, I keep watch from our very nice lanai. I like that, it is close to the food bowl. Did I mention I am 18

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pounds? There are lots of nice people that visit us. They all love my lion king haircut. Only us long haired orange boys can pull that look off. Some people even bring those creatures called dogs. I don’t care how much they bark at me (Griffy Pendrell), I am not going to play. So while we leave from time to time to visit Denver or up north, this is a pretty nice place to live.

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Landings Residents’ Handbook & Directory By Dick Bayles • Our new order of Directory binders and tabs has arrived. They may be picked up at the Main Gate. • Please note that the Property Manager of Landings South I has changed and is now: Jim Markel, Markel Management, Inc., (941) 444-7090. • The Archive Committee of the LMA Board was not included in the Directory. The chair of that committee is board member, Robert Manteiga. • The following are new owners since the recent publication of the LandingsDirectory: Monica Barth & Andrea Recanatesi, 4930 Peregrine Point Way, 9419286017, 941-928-1122, monbarth@aol.com, 1sarasota@gmail.com Rita Spitz & David Blears, 1648 Pine Harrier Cir, 312-961-1370, ritaspitz@aol.com Alan & Laurene Ross, 1742 Peregrine Point Dr • The following are listing changes since the last issue of The Landings Eagle: William & Gloria Story, 941-922-8061, 941-922-8061, bstoryus@yahoo.com Roy & Paige Titterton, 1438 Landings Cir, 941-922-7101, 914-669-8248, roypaige@juno.com James & Barbara Walker, 1709 Starling Dr, 314-374-6218, jwalker678@charter.net Additions, changes or corrections should be directed to me in writing. Directory forms are available at www.landingseagle.com and at www.thelandingsofsarasota.com, from me via e-mail or from your association, and may be dropped off at The Landings Racquet Club or Main Gate to my attention or sent via mail, email or fax. Dick Bayles: 1729 Landings Way, Sarasota, FL 34231, Email: landings.directory@gmail.com Fax: (941) 296-7404

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Part IV - Landings at 25 – Encore Treehouses - Carriage houses history The Treehouses and The Carriage Houses were the first condo residences built in The Landings. They were projects of Ramar, the original developer of The Landings. At the same time they offered individual home sites with design and construction by several different developers. More on the individual sites next month. The Treehouses with up to three bedrooms, provided architecture more familiar to the American Northwest than Florida but similar to the successful Morris project, Pelican Cove. The Carriage Houses, single story duplexes provided a bit more of the Florida retirement tradition. The Treehouses and Carriage houses were described in a sales brochure circa 1980-81: The Ramar Group has always been known for the quality and elegance built into every condominium residence. At The Landings, however, the Ramar

Group has surpassed even themselves in the luxurious finishing touches included in each Treehouse and Carriage house condominium residence. For instance, every condominium residence at The Landings not only features oak parquet flooring in the foyer, but your choice of three finishes. Every front door is steel reinforced for added security. Two-tone door chimes by Nutone add an extra note of charm at all front doors and Carriage house side doors. Carriage houses and Treehouses with garages have automatic door openers. The natural warmth of wood is in evidence throughout your Landings home, from the 52” Hunter electric ceiling fans with pecan finish wood blades in all living rooms and master bedrooms to your choice of Countryside or Pioneer wood cabinets in the kitchen. And the gourmet cook will love the deluxe package included in the kitchen of both residences.

By Irwin Starr A stainless steel sink and wood cutting board by Moen make for distinctive designer touches, while appliances — including 19 cubic foot side-by-side refrigerator with icemaker, 30 inch self-cleaning double oven range, Super Scour Supreme dishwasher, trash compactor and garbage disposal — by Whirlpool provide you with quality you can count on. In the bath, textured “Potters Touch” ceramic tile in subdued parchment sets the luxurious tone. All fixtures are continued in parchment by Kohler, and feature a sturdy “Villager” cast iron tub and “Wellworth” water guard efficiency system. A handheld shower spray with relaxing, pulsating action in addition to the regular wall-mounted shower head in each shower stall and a grab bar in every tub add yet another touch of convenience. The Landings’ condominium residences are energy-wise, too. Insulation with an R-22 rating has been installed throughout each Carriagehouse and Treehouse.

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Double “insulated” glazing protects all windows and doors. A high efficiency compressor and air handler by Carrier and a super insulated water heater are featured in every residence, as well. As you can see, the Ramar Group philosophy of attention to detail has dictated the selection of only the finest materials and finishes for the interior of your home. One look will convince you, you won’t want to live anywhere but The Landings! Treehouse pricing in early September of 1981 ranged from a low of $200,000 to a high of $337,500 for a direct view of the Bay. At that time only approximately 19 of the 76 were still available. By the third quarter of 1981, 23 of 30 units in Carriage House II were available. Carriage houses all carried a preconstruction price of $126,000. Like most Landings properties Treehouses and Carriage houses have proved to be excellent long term

investments. But, as short term investments there were some rocky times along the way. Most will remember the interest rates of the mid 80’s. Looking back they appear to have peaked about July of 1984 when the national fixed rate average hit 14.75%. The rates, along with the opening of other new developments in the area, duplicating the gated community format put a strain on housing prices. It definitely became a buyers’ market. A Carriage House I unit, presumably originally purchased for around the $126,000 figure asked for preconstruction pricing on Carriage House II , sold in 1987 for $102,800. But fear not, that same unit, according to the Sarasota County Assessor’s records sold again in 2005 for $390,000. Following the housing bust prices of the early 2000’s they were selling in $250,000+ range 2014 by then. The Treehouses suffered the

same fate. Homes originally priced at $270,000 in the ‘81 pre-construction price list dipped to $185,000 in 1984. The home topping that price list at $337,500 was sold in 1984 for $265,000. Recent units have sold in the $300,000’s to over $450,000. Nicely upgraded Bay view units are now priced as high as $700,000+ While no one but the participants can be certain of the circumstance surrounding the transactions reported on the assessor’s records, the indication of ups and downs are clear. One unit clearly exemplifies the long term nature of a Landings investment and the current real estate market. A unit listed in the price list at $200,000 sold in 1987 for $151,900, again in 2000 for 197,500 and in 2005 for $521,500. Surly there must has been some impressive upgrades! Next month the individual home lots.

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amending a few provisions. If the documents are “amended and restated,” all provisions will be brought up to date and in conformance with current law. Furthermore, “amending and restating” the documents has the added advantage that owners, managers, and attorneys will no longer need to refer to the original outdated documents and the (possibly) numerous amendments that have been made to them over the years. Only the “amended and restated” documents would need to be referred to in the future, saving time and legal fees for all concerned. A major point when considering amending the documents is the cost. Amending and restating the documents is expensive as it is a very time consuming process. Generally, it will cost more than $4,000 when all fees and costs are considered. Depending on the extent of the amendments

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that are included in the new version, and whether the bylaws and articles of incorporation are being amended also, the cost may be significantly higher. I suggest an amendment committee begin the process by reading each provision of the documents and determining whether changes are necessary or desirable based on real life experience. The committee does not need to come up with the wording for the new provisions, just a description of what it would like to see accomplished. A list of desired changes and outcomes may then be presented to an attorney who should determine if the proposed changes would be legal and the appropriate language to use to accomplish the desired outcome. Additionally, the attorney should review the documents to eliminate unnecessary references to the developer and to bring all other provisions up to date with

current law. The attorney may also make suggestions as to additional provisions that might be appropriate and additional clarifications that might avoid future problems. Before the proposed amended and restated documents can be presented to the owners for a vote, the board of directors will need to approve the final proposed version. Prior to the board’s vote, I think it is wise to provide all of the owners with a copy of the proposed document and then hold a “town hall meeting” with the lawyer present. Not only will such a meeting give the owners an opportunity to have their questions answered, but it will also give them the opportunity to point out any issues that may have been overlooked. Also, the meeting may highlight which amendments may be the most controversial. Those

“contentious” amendments may then be voted on separately, rather than risk failure of the entire project because of one or two hot issues. (Increasing or decreasing the number of pets allowed is an example of an issue that should be voted on separately if disagreement on the issue is apparent.) I will address this subject further next month.

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PALM SPRINGS SPREAD Ingredients: • 1 6 1/2 oz. can crabmeat drained and flaked. • 1 cup Hellmans Mayonnaise •1 can chopped water chestnuts drained. • 1 tsp. Soy Sauce • 2 Green Onions sliced thin (white part only). Combine all ingredients, chill and serve with crackers or chips.

Spotting The Sun

By Albert L. Weeks (Former staffer on the Newsweek Science Desk) In last month’s column about sunspots, we reproduced pix of a camera obscura setup using a pair of binoculars attached to a cardboard box. But there may be Landin folks who would like to get into Sunspotting more deeply. For those interested people, I have some good news. At a modest price, you can get a special ‘scope that you can look through and not only see sunspots but also those tongue-like flares lashing out from the Sun’s disk. (See accompanying photo of a Landin’s solar telescope and a pic of solar flares.) In describing this telescope, let me say at the onset that I have no connection to the company, Coronado, that manufactures it. In fact, to my knowledge, this company is the only one that does offer such a device for the average skywatcher. If you order one online, it is very simple to assemble when it arrives at your home. It is not

complicated like assembling a packaged, disassembled reflector ‘scope. The only thing you need to go with the solar telescope is a tripod. Any tripod used for a camera will work with this telescope, which is very light weight. You just screw the ‘scope’s base onto the plate attached to your tripod. Simple as that. OK, what will you see? On a clear, sunny day, you point it at the Sun. There’s no risk to your eyes. The telescope has locked into place thick filters that do not allow any dangerous photons to damage one’s eyes. To see the sunspots even better--and there will be plenty of them to see in the coming weeks and months-you can screw on an extra lens to the eye-piece end of the tube. This way you can enlarge the Sun and more easily make out the flares that accompany the sunspots. As sunspots rotate to the Sun’s rim (the Sun rotates like the Earth

counterclockwise--left to right--when viewed top down), they are positioned so that the prominences, as they are also called, can be readily seen. You will be amazed at these flares as you note how they jut out but appear to be moving very slowly. To detect their movement you have to view them for several minutes. After all, the Sun is 93 million miles away! Like watching from the shore a ship that’s far out to sea, everything appears to move more slowly with distance. It’s the same with observing satellites circling the planets Saturn or Jupiter, which can be seen through binoculars. Through telescopic lenses, these moons appear to be virtually static. Through my own solar ‘scope, I have been astounded by these outcroppings of flares. People who have witnessed

a total eclipse of the Sun know how these tongues of solar flames protrude from behind the eclipsing Moon.

But now, with a solar instrument, like the one pictured here, you don’t have to wait for an eclipse. You can view such flares on those days when sunspots have rotated to the Sun’s edge. With the Sun now at maximum sunspot frequency, this phenomenon will happen quite frequently, as it already has been this year. As mentioned in last month’s piece, our Star is now at maximum sunspot production according the 11-year cycle, whose duration is of unknown causes. It will be in this unsettled state for several more years since it’s midway at “max” now. The last sunspot maximum lasted beyond the usual cycle. Here’s to good viewing! aweeks11@comcast.net

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“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” --Margaret Mead, American cultural anthropologist Pine Shores neighborhood resident Sura Kochman may be fighting an uphill battle as a representative of her community’s small alliance group, but that is not stopping her from voicing her opinion. Her target? Only one of the largest commercial developers in the area. Technically, it’s not Benderson Development that she takes issue with--it’s the logistics of their Siesta Promenade project, if approved by the county, to begin construction on the corner of Stickney Point Road and U.S. 41 in the Spring of 2015. The latest rendering of the project submitted to Kochman by Benderson’s director of development, Todd Mathes, shows about 250,000 square feet of retail space spread throughout thirteen buildings, plus a 150-room hotel. Kochman said that the Pine Shores Alliance Group’s primary concern was with the traffic flow surrounding the busy 24-acre property. “My problem is with the density of the project and associated traffic that will pour into the roadways, based on their own traffic study they conducted last June,” she said. “Based on the Sarasota County regulations, they estimated that between 4 and 6 p.m., there

would be 1,200 two-way trips going through that intersection. That’s 6,000 cars per day, in a 10-12 hour 9am-9pm business day--and that’s on the low side.” Even worse, those times may be peak hours in the rest of the county, but it’s not for traffic going on and off of Siesta Key. Kochman said the busiest times on roads leading to the beach here are between 10 a.m. and 3 or 4 p.m., then it starts back up again as people head out to watch the sunset. But because those traffic studies were conducted during the 4 to 6 p.m. time, the outcome of the study determined that the new development would have no impact on the surrounding area whatsoever. Kochman said she spoke with Paula Wiggins, head of transportation for Sarasota County, who said that they have to go by the Sarasota County regulations for the times that studies are performed. She also called Nora Patterson and asked if an amendment could be made to the Sarasota County regulations, to allow staff to ask for studies at different hours of the day, depending upon where developments were proposed. Nora indicated that she didn’t know if that was possible. Kochman grew up here and has lived full and part time in her Pine Shores home for more than 50 years. She was the chair of the Planning Board in her town up north for almost 10 years. So when she speaks to people about issues like traffic density and signal approvals,

she can be taken seriously. One of the state departments she has been conversing with on a regular basis about this project is the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT.) “The problem you have is if the county approves the developer’s plans, the FDOT could come in and say ‘no’ to the proposed lights,” she said. “Benderson can formally apply to the FDOT for a Notice of Intent (NOI) prior to officially filing with the county.” An NOI would allow Benderson to make an informed presentation to the county and community as to what the FDOT will recommend regarding the approval of traffic lights, median cuts, driveways, etc. Kochman said that the county does not approve or disapprove traffic lights,so if Benderson decides not to take her recommendation of going to the FDOT before the formal presentation to the county, and goes to them afterwards, there is a good chance that the project could go forward with no lights, only right ins, and right outs backing up traffic on Stickney which is already highly congested, especially during tourist season. According to Kochman and the Pine Shores Alliance Group, that would be a disastrous decision. “If they don’t get their light, then everyone trying to go left will be going right towards

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Stickney Point Road the Key and will have to do a u-turn,” she said. “Then you will also have all this traffic going through the neighborhood, trying to get out to reach the Beechwood/41 light. It boggles the mind.” Kochman’s group also questions whether or not Siesta Promenade is in line with the Sarasota County Comprehensive Plan, which is the bible of future development for the county. Chapter 9 of the plan, in particular, deals with future land use, and clearly states that its intention is “to protect the quality and integrity of adjacent neighborhoods.” But while they are concerned about the impact of Siesta Promenade on their community, Kochman said the Pine Shores

Alliance Group is absolutely not anti-Benderson. On the contrary, Todd Mathes has been respectful and has been listening to their concerns. But at the end of the day, they are in the business of making money, and Kochman recognizes that. She is just hoping that her plea of building a less dense development will be taken into serious consideration, as she awaits further information about their plans. “I think that Benderson is well-liked at the county level and it will be difficult for us to get our point across,” she said. “I’m hoping logic will prevail here and that there will be an understanding. You can only hope that will happen.”

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a height of two feet or so & has a full bushy growth pattern. This plant can tolerate semishade or full sun. An added bonus is the flat blooms attracts butterflies. Propagation is by seeds that self-sow themselves or by cuttings. Cuttings or seedlings can be shared with other gardeners. Button-flower is very drought tolerant & has no pests or diseases to speak of. It does however need well drained

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Local Fishing Report January fishing in Sarasota is all about the weather, pure and simple. Angling success is determined by the ability to adapt to the existing weather conditions. Tides will often times be very low in the morning. Couple that with a northeast wind and the flats will not have very much water on them. Water temperatures will be at their annual low. It is time to change tactics! I spend a lot of my time fishing the area around Siesta Key in the winter. Both passes and the surrounding flats will be productive under ideal conditions. Weekly fronts will stir up the Gulf, bringing cold, dirty water in through the passes and up onto the nearby flats. However, the area down south stays protected, and this will result in better fishing. Extreme low tides will force the fish off of the flats and into the channel. This actually makes locating them easier. 1/4 ounce jigs in olive and rootbeer/gold are very productive, as is a shrimp

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a creek with a little more depth and there should be fish there. A few pieces of shrimp tossed out as chum can help get the bite going. Rapala X-Raps are a terrific artificial bait to use in creeks. They are deadly on snook and jacks, and a lot of water can be covered quickly. Go with smaller lures this time of year to imitate the bait that is present. South of Siesta Key lies the Myakka River, where snook migrate up in the winter. I offer a unique charter and the chance to catch a big snook on light tackle in January. Surf casters will do well off of the Siesta Key beaches during periods of light winds when the water is clear. Small pieces of live or frozen shrimp fished on a small hook with a bit of weight will catch plenty of whiting, along with trout, flounder, pompano, and other species. Jigs and silver spoons are effective artificial baits to use, especially when surface activity is seen, this indicates feeding fish.

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|It will take four phases of construction work to decommission an aging wastewater plant. At the end of Shadow Lawn Drive, there is a gate. On the other side, sits a wastewater treatment plant that was built decades ago, and now is located in the middle of the residential neighborhood of Siesta Isles. Although mostly hidden from view, noises and sometimes odors emanate from the plant. Numerous trucks pass through with chemicals used to treat wastewater. But that won’t be the case once Sarasota County completes a $9.1 million project to decommission the Siesta Key Wastewater Treatment Plant and replace it with a modern and much smaller lift station. “All the old buildings and old tanks will be removed,” said Dave Cash, water/wastewater division manager for Sarasota County. “You won’t have all the noises, and traffic and chemical trucks coming in and out of there. It should be a much more passive installation there.” The county plans to decommission the old wastewater plant by December, 31, 2016. That plan has to come to fruition in order to meet an agreement with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), which is mandating shutting the facility down. The treatment plant is a remnant of a previous type of wastewater treatment. It is the only wastewater facility currently in the county that treats water and discharges it into a waterway. In this case, the treated wastewater is released into Grand Canal. It was built before many of the current homes were constructed, Cash said. As part of an agreement with the Siesta Key Water Authority franchise utility, the county purchased the treatment plant in 2006, with the intention of replacing it with a lift station. “It was a utility authority established back in the 60s,” Cash said. The new lift station will pump wastewater through a force main that will carry the wastewater off the key,

where it will be treated. The wastewater will mainly be treated at the Bee Ridge Water Reclamation Facility, Cash said, where it will be treated to the required standard so it can be used as reclaimed water, used to irrigate golf courses and landscaped areas. According to a Capital Improvement Project description, “The purpose of the Siesta Key Master Pump station and Force Main project is to replace existing facilities at the Siesta Key Advanced Waste Water Treatment Plant with a new master pump station and a force main to transfer wastewater flow to the regional Central County and/ or Bee Ridge Water Reclamation Facilities.

Several Phases

The project to decommission the old wastewater plant requires several phases of construction work stretching across a swatch of the county. According to a Capital Improvement Project description, the cost to design the overall improvement project is $1.05 million. In order to connect to the wastewater system on the mainland, contractors need to construct three segments of a “force main” sewer pipe. The furthest phase of the force main away from the Key is already constructed. That segment extends from Lockwood Ridge (where it connects to another force main) to U.S. 41 near Phillippi Estates Park. The second phase stretches from U.S. 41 under the Intracoastal Waterway. That phase of work will be sent to County Commissioners in January for approval. Simultaneously, a larger, parallel water main will replace a 40-year old pipe that is the main water pipe for the Key. “We felt since we will be there doing work [for the sewer main] to go ahead and install the water line,” Cash said. The old water line is a cast-iron pipe; that type of pipe last 50 years maximum

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in a salt-water environment, Cash said. The final phase of the sewer force main will go from the Intracoastal to the current site of the wastewater plant. The lift station to be built in place of the Siesta Wastewater Plant will be smaller and be able to pump a higher capacity of wastewater. Right now, design plans for the lift station are about “90 percent” complete, Cash said. The plant handles an average of 2 million gallons of wastewater a day, but the new lift station is designed to handle more than 5 million gallons a day. That improved capacity will be beneficial during peak tourist season, spring break, or holiday weekends. “During peak demand we see flows much higher” than average, Cash said. In the case of a storm, the lift station will lessen risks, and make it easier to pump wastewater off the Key in case equipment is damaged, Cash said. If the current plant was damaged during a storm, an entire temporary sewer plant would have to be brought in to treat the wastewater. All three phases of the sewer

A new sewer force main will be constructed in phases. The map shows areas that will be impacted by construction.

The Siesta Wastewater Treatment Plant is located at the end of Shadow Lawn Drive.

main, along with the lift station, are part of the effort to take the old wastewater plant offline. “All of that needs to happen to decommission the plant,”

Cash said. Once the new lift station is set up and tested by the county, the old plant will be demolished, Cash added. Continued on page 31

The Landings Photo Gallery By Robert C. Manteiga Here at The Landings we take great pride in our landscaping. I’m not sure everyone knows this, but we have our very own Landscape Committee headed up by Joe Hennessey, whose responsibility it is to keep our community looking beautiful. Visitors to The Landings are awed by the variety of trees and bushes that have been planted here over the years. On one of her recent walks through the community, longtime Landings resident Dee Ricapito decided to photograph some of these trees. I wish we had space to publish all of the beautiful photographs she submitted. Here, at least, is a sampling of those photos and a story she wrote to go with them. TREES LIVING IN THE LANDINGS By: Dee Ricapito We have a wonderful variety of trees just outside our homes, thru the nature trails all throughout our community. When walking along the roads and nature trails in the morning, the trees provide some shade and you’re bathed in moist air that feels and smells good. Just look up, you may see some old growths. Often times it’s more interesting than what’s on the ground. Don’t forget to bring your binoculars and keen ears. Our preserves and lakes attract many resident and migrating birds. Our trees, each unique, put their signature on The Landings. If you have a favorite photo or photos, please submit them to me at roberto@uri.edu.

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There is a question of what to do with the remaining land at the end of Shadow Lawn once the new lift station is built. The property, which is just under 4 acres, fronts Grand Canal, and the new lift station will take a significantly smaller footprint than the treatment plant. The 10-acre Glebe Park is also close by. The two options include: developing the property into several different alternatives for public use; or for the county to sell the land so it can be developed.

No decision will be made until the input of nearby residents and the community is considered, Cash said. One possible park use raised previously by a resident who suggested it to former county commissioner Nora Patterson, who lives on Siesta Key, is a bicycle and pedestrian path to connect to other streets. That option could offer connectivity in the area. “With a path, they could get all the way to the beach without having to get through Midnight Pass Road,” Cash explained. The board has also discussed

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View From The Gate Compiled by: Capt. Jordan M. Joseph, Landings Security & Safety

There were a total of 56 incidents reported for the month of November 2014 • 1 Animal Problem Reported

A large breed black dog wandering Kestral Parkway S. Followed to it’s home where it was let in by resident.

• 1 Disturbance Reported Dog barking complaint Resident refused contact w/ security. Incident forwarded to LMA for action. • 6 Information Reports 2 FPL light poles out. Forwarded to FPL for action.

• 3 Patrol Requests 2 Reports of suspicious persons ‘hanging out’ in County Park / South Gate area. Noted these areas are not part of the Landings. Complainants advised to contact Sarasota County Sherriff’s Office.

1 Report of unknown persons ringing door bell and running away. Area checked, no one suspicious noted in the area.

• 1 Public Service Report

4 Bicycles noted in driveways. Unattended and unsecured.

• 26 Open Doors Reported

• 1 Reckless Driver

24 Garage doors to Residencies.

ATS Speed Sentry identified vehicle exceeding

1 Vehicle door.

speed limit by >+10MPH. Resident identified and information forwarded to LMA for action.

1 Commercials structure door. • 17 Parking Violations Reported 13 Vehicles parked in roadways overnight. 3 Restricted Vehicles (trailers) parked overnight. 1 Vehicle parked in roadway facing oncoming traffic.

Looking for Children’s Books

Wellness check preformed on resident at family’s urging. Resident discovered to be alright, family advised.

• 1 Vehicle Accident Reported.

Resident advises the North Gate arm (inbound) dropped on their vehicle. Information forwarded to LMA for investigation.

A suggestion has been made for a children’s book section in the Racquet Club library. If anyone has any books for children of all ages that you would like to donate, please bring them to the club. Mona and Margaret are happy to find a shelf for these books.

NOVEMBER TRAFFIC REPORT

Main Gate Entries at the Main Gate Total Gate Traffic

2014 15456 15456

2013 12244 12244

2012 12921 12921

2011 13495 13495

North Gate Entries at the North Gate Exits at the North Gate Total Gate Traffic

2014 11111 15086 26197

2013 16731 15225 31956

2012 17066 15147 32213

2011 18214 16519 34733

South Gate Entries at the South Gate Exits at the South Gate Total Gate Traffic

2014 6282 5381 11663

2013 6204 4556 9760

2012 4990 4375 9365

2011 5132 4708 9840

* The Main Gate has no means of recording exit numbers at this time. System Error. Information not available or missing.

Useful & Emergency Phone Numbers... Verizon - Phone Service..............................................1.800.483.1000 Comcast Cable........................................................................371.6700 Emergency Animal Clinic.....................................................929.1818 Poison Info Center.......................................................1.800.282.3171 Waste Management...............................................................924.1254 Landings Eagle................................................................941.539.0205 Landing’s Gate.......................................................................922.5531 Landings Racquet Club.........................................................923.3886 Landings Community Hauling Program........... 941-727-6464x110 LRC e-mail................................................... LRCtennis@verizon.net Argus Management...............................................................927.6464 Sheriff Non-Emergency.........................................................861.5800 FPL - Florida Power & light..................................................917.0708 FPL - Outage Report....................................................1.800.468.8243 Fishing & Hunting Licenses..........................................941.362.9888 Marriage License Bureau...............................................941.362.4066 Sarasota County Hotline.......................................................861.5000 Sarasota/Bradenton Intl. Airport.................................941.359.2770 Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT) .......................941.316.1234 Sarasota County Information Call Center.......941.861.5000/scgov.net Sarasota Doctors Hospital..............................................941.342.1100 Sarasota Memorial Hospital/Health Care System ...... 941.917.7760 Emergency (General)......................................................................911 Life-threatening EMERGENCY: call 911 first, then call the gate. They will direct emergency vehicles

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Landings Real Estate Database Address

Price

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1,600,000

5014 KESTRAL PARK WAY S

649,000

5120 FLICKER FIELD CIR

649,000

1702 PINE HARRIER CIR

849,900

5164 KESTRAL PARK TER

749,000

HOMES SOLD 1419 PEREGRINE PT DR

2,900,000

1654 LANDINGS BLVD

1,800,000

4808 PEREGRINE PT CIR. W

1,050,000

1400 CEDAR BAY LANE

1,025,000

5131 KESTRAL PARK PL

760,000

1648 PINE HARRIER CIR

755,000

4930 PEREGRINE PT WAY

710,000

1742 PEREGRINE PT DR

535,000

1781 PINE HARRIER CIR

500,000

CONDOS FOR SALE 1705 STARLING DR

640,000

1711 STARLING DR

559,000

5337 LANDINGS BLVD

249,000

5225 HERON WAY

219,000

549,000

1701 STARLING DR

529,000

1632 STARLING DR

249,000

272,500

1600 STARLING DR

240,000

1627 STARLING DR

235,000

5263 LANDINGS BLVD

234,900

5285 HERON WAY

185,000

HOMES FOR SALE 1432 CEDAR BAY LANE

HOMES PENDING

CURRENTLY ACTIVE

5225 HERON WAY Unit#204 • $219,000

5120 FLICKER FIELD CIRCLE • $649,000

CONDOS PENDING 5420 EAGLES PT CIR #405

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THE LANDINGS EAGLE January 2015

Based on information from Realtor.com, Sarasota Property Appraiser, and Sarasota Association of Realtors for the period ending Dec. 16, 2014. These properties listed and sold in the past 4 months by various MLS participating offices.

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