Landings Eagle - November 2014 by Brion Palmer

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The World of Richard Bayles to Receive Greenfield Award Irwin Starr Tina Von Kessel ByDick Bayles would describe himself as community. We are a better place for both By Diana Colson

“behind the scenes, a hands on “doer”. The LMA contrarily describes him as a community volunteer of endless energy, who has brought his leadership, planning skills, and intelligence and information technology background to benefit of The Landings. LMA President Henry Rhodes: “When we consider the enormous time, the skill and effort Dick has willingly volunteered in all areas of our community, I cannot think of a more deserving recipient of this award. He was enthusiastically chosen by the LMA Board. After his “retirement” from the LMA board serving as Secretary/ Treasurer for many years he continues to serve as President of the Racquet Club and on committees that improve our

Kristina (Tina) von Kessel has lived at Carriage House 1 in The Landings for over seven years. She shares her home with her two children: Gabriel, 15, a sophomore at Pine View; and Philippa (Pipa), 12, in 7th grade at the School of Arts and Sciences. Many of you may already know Beau, her energetic rescue dog. Tina was born and raised in Rochester New York. Her parents were both from Germany, and she grew up speaking German at home. This bi-lingual skill has served her well during her 9-year career as a Realtor with Michael Saunders & Co. Continued on page 18

The Rebirth of a Gazebo By Trebor Britt The Landings is abuzz about the completion of the new Gazebo on Roberts Bay. No matter where you go you overhear the chatter about the Gazebo. LMA construction supervisor, Rudy Blohm reported he is well pleased with the progress and quality of the construction. Construction on the new gazebo began around the end of August. The demolition of the old gazebo took about five days and the first piling for the new gazebo was placed on August 25. Once the pilings were in place and materials arrived, construction of the new gazebo began in earnest around

Save the Dates – November 19 – 23

Be sure to mark your calendar the week of November 19 – 23 for the 22nd consecutive Annual USTA National Senior and Super Senior Father/Son Clay Court Championships. The Landings Racquet Club will host this special and popular event

his ideas and skills.” Concurrently he serves as Secretary/ Treasurer of the Homeowners Association (LHA). Several years ago, when Dick and I worked together on some project or another, I suggested, down the road, he be a great candidate for LMA presidency. He quickly responded “I much prefer to be support, in the background, no interest in running anything!” For this interview I queried if he remembered that conversation, and if so why is he the Landings Racquet Club president? “Well,” he said “I missed a meeting, for health reasons, when the LRC board was trying president by default. Moral, don’t miss to decide on their next president. After important board meetings.” the meeting I was notified I’d been named Continued on page 5

with Dee and Ralph Ricapito organizing the hosts and luncheon for their 15th consecutive year. This event is open to the public and courtside seating is complimentary. For more information, please contact Kevin Lechlitner at (941)923-3886.

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the first week of September. A 40 foot span of the bridge that leads to the gazebo and crosses the water is going to be replaced. The completion of this span is expected to occur at about the same time the roof of the gazebo will need to be transported to the construction site and secured on top of the new structure. Gazebo construction and bridge construction are being done simultaneously. The hope and plan is to complete them on the same day so once the new gazebo is done residents may safely visit. Continued on page 27

Decal Verification Letters have gone out to owners of properties in Landings South III and IV and Bayview notifying them that the decals registered to them will be suspended on November 1st unless they take action before that date to re-validate them. Owners can avoid suspension by revalidating their decals before November

1, 2014. 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, www.thelandingsofsarasota.com, or from the Main Gate

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LMA Meeting Notes By Trebor Britt LMA Pres. Henry Rhodes began this month’s meeting by announcing Mike Knapp was appointed to chair the Strategic Planning Committee. His background is in finance and senior management and his experience with nonprofits and city councils will be a valuable asset. Rhodes also announced he would be scheduling a special board meeting to discuss the traffic congestion issue at the intersection of Kestral Parkway North and US 41.

FINANCE REPORT

Finance committee chair, Don McMurray reported that through the first eight months of the year, they are $58,421 under budget. He went on to say there are a number of expenses that will occur before the end of the year that will bring down this surplus. The budget preparation process for fiscal year 2015 is continuing. Residents who want a closer look will find a copy of the proposed 2015 budget printed in this issue of The Landings Eagle. The finance committee is reviewing and may add an item or two to the reserve budget for fiscal year 2015.

YEARLY ASSESSMENTS

McMurray reported there are still four residents who have not paid their yearly assessments and two residents with outstanding fees. The total outstanding debt is just over $8,000. All accounts have been turned over to the LMA attorney for processing and debt collection according to policy.

LAKES

Lakes chair, Larry Lawrence reported the LMA attorney concluded that LMA is responsible for shoreline maintenance and repair of any shorelines on the lakes at The Landings. Bayview Lake (lake six) has shoreline erosion and needs repair. The LMA board voted on and approved an agreement between LMA and Eagles Point to accept the $7,210 bid from Florida Shoreline to do the needed repair. Lawrence went on to report their committee has decided to enlist the support of County Commissioner Nora Patterson to encourage the county to fulfill promises they have made concerning issues on North Lake (lake one). Plants that were part of the Starling Lake preserve restoration project are growing well. The most challenging issue seems to be controlling invasive trees and plants. The lakes committee is considering options regarding the repair or replacement of the fountain at Eagles Point Lake (lake nine). The fountain expert from Aquagenix believes the fountain is approaching the end of its useful life.

Letter to the Editor: Landings Speeders We call Landings Blvd by Cedar Bay Lane “the Indianapolis 500.” We believe that the only solution to the speeders is to add speed bumps/tables. Several years ago, Phyllis and I approached the Landings Board

to consider speed bumps on Landings Blvd. Our suggestion was ignored. Why have there been speed bumps on Kestral Pkwy for many years yet the Landings Board refuses to place them on Landings Blvd? There

have been many near-collisions as we leave the Cloisters to turn onto Landings Blvd. The Landings Board needs to do something before someone gets hurt. Drs. Richard and Phyllis Yonker 1424 Cedar Bay Lane

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AESTHETICS

Aesthetics committee chair, Truman Menefee reported on several accomplishments. The “No Trespassing” sign project is progressing. Curbing safety was improved with reflectors and fresh paint and the Field Rd. pedestrian gate was repaired. Menefee also commended David Jacaruso for removing debris from street drains during recent heavy rains. Continued on page 15

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Notices of violations of the By Henry Rhodes Association’s Declaration of Mark your calendar for resident who is interested in Restrictions were sent to owners the reception honoring Dick helping us reinvigorate the on Pine Harrier Drive and Bayles as the fourth recipient Strategic Planning Committee. Landings Terrace. of The Landings Community Since we have not had an A member of the board will Greenfield Distinguished active chair of this committee meet with a tenant on Peregrine Service Award on Friday for at least a year, I asked Mike Point Circle E, an owner on November 14, at 5:00 PM in the where he would like to begin. Peregrine Point Drive and an Lakeside Room. Sign up if you He identified four initial steps owner on Pine Harrier Circle to plan to attend the event at the before he arranges to meet with establish a schedule for correction LRC. each of our committee Chairs: of problems with their properties At our last board meeting, 1 ) O b t a i n a h i s t o r i c a l noted earlier by letters of violation. 005722_MHBF_LandingsEagle_Mech I announced the appointment prospective by reviewing The board reviewed a proposed Revision: 0 Created:of 8/21/13 Printed @ Mike Knupp to 100% chair our previous plans and speaking expansion of the footprint of a Strategic Planning committee. with individuals who have had Client: M. Heights Creative Director: REX GEE residence on Peregrine Point For those of you who do not input into those plans like Karl Circle N. The owner was notified Art Director: ALAN REYNOLDS know Mike’s background, he Maggard former Committee that the expansion would encroach Bleed: N/A Copywriter: comes to the committee with Chair. on the lake setback requirements Trim: N/A Proofreader: NANCY TUCKER over 40 years of experience in 2) Meet and review how as set out in the Association’s management of an engineering Studio Artist: LUIS ARRIAGADAthe budget process works documents and would Live: not 10"x5.125" be firm in the Boston area. Mike and how we set reserves for approved as shown. Inspected By: has held many positions capital projects with the Finance The board approved a request Colors: 4/c Production Manager: CAROL CAPOSINO including CFO, COO, and Committee. to remove a fruit tree on a Pine CEO in a 650 person civil and 3) Meet with Jack Jost DPI: 300 Project Manager: LAURA WILMESMEIER Harrier Drive property. environmental management (Drainage Committee Chair) to The drainage problems on consulting firm. He also has tap his expertise in corporate Kestral Park Place continue. experience in municipal finance strategic planning and to get a Mr. Whitman will coordinate a government and non-profit sense of our drainage issues. meeting between the affected organizations. We are fortunate After these initial steps residents and the LMA Drainage to have Mike as a Landings he will contact each LMA Chair.

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Sam & Sally Marrs on a Seine River cruise to the Normandy coast. In addition to Our Landings Eagle landing on the Seine River Sara Rhodes was able to capture this photo of a Bald Eagle with her cell phone. It was spotted in Landings South IV.

Richard Bayles He missed that meeting while dealing with, what he describes, as his “odd numbered year health issues.” Friends and associates have marveled at his stamina, consistent and reliable execution of his multiple Landings volunteer efforts while fighting, and beating a bleeding ulcer, prostate cancer, a liver transplant and nonHodgkin’s lymphoma. Last doctor’s visit he was clean. Dick remains confident 2015 will be a “good, odd year.” Those “obstacles” kept him off the tennis courts for two years; but now he’s back to tennis six days a week. Trained as a scientist, specifically an MIT graduate in organic chemistry, but sees himself as an engineer not a scientist. Typical of his nature most of his skills have been self-taught. While studying organic chemistry Dick learned the best paying jobs on campus were in data entry, punching the famous IBM cards of yesterday used for data input and using the clunky teletype machines creating punched paper tape. Thus began a lengthy career delivering the Richard Bayles we know today. Key punching led to him learning

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programming code, joining the MIT senior research staff and then to IBM working on time sharing systems. Three years later he and partners started their own time sharing company later bought by Dun and Bradstreet. Next another startup funded by Cap Cities and then a move to their Fairchild Publications unit. In 2000 he entered the internet world with RestaurantRow.com. Stayed there until 2002 moving to Sarasota where he and wife of 33 years, Christine, rented for a few months, bought on Pine Harrier a few months later. Their commitment to The Landings, or maybe just the itch for change, led them to move to a Landings Way home a couple years ago. These are truly “Landings People,” and many couldn’t be happier to have them here. As the former Publisher/Editor of The Eagle I especially appreciate his natural instinct for a transparent management style. Florida law demands government in the “sunshine” but true transparency requires extra effort. It means making LISTED AT... certain pertinent $ information is

available to the affected constituencies on a timely basis. He feels that instinct comes from managing openly and collegially over the years and creativity comes from not “over managing” staff. Asked what he sees as possible improvements in The Landings, Bayles’ quick response: “Presidents of the 20 plus Associations hold important roles in The Landings. The degree to which they each take their roles seriously and participate fully reflects in both the Associations and as the sole votes on the LMA budget and composition of the LMA board, their active involvement in both activities is vital. It would be nice if all matched the performance of the best of them.”

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Kids’ Corner

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Grace Mannion, 11 years old, 6th grader at Out-of-Door Academy. She has two brothers (22 and 25) that live in Pennsylvania and 2 tuxedo cats. • Where are you from? I was born in Philedelphia, Pennsylvania. It was either really cold or really hot there. I like it here; It’s more laid back. • How long have you lived in the Landings? 2 years. • What is your favorite book? The Unwanteds. It’s about a boy and a girl who are not wanted in their community since they have an imagination and creativity and the community just likes “normal” people. • What are your favorite sports? Softball and tennis. I’ll be playing softball this Spring. I’ve been playing both in school since 4th grade. • What do you do in your spare time? I like to bike ride to Publix with my Mom. I also like to play golf in my backyard with golf whiffle balls, so we don’t break any windows. We usually only

play with two holes. • What’s your favorite subject? Ancient history. It’s more interesting than other subjects like the Constitution and scientific method and it’s information that a lot of people don’t know. • What are you passionate about? Playing violin. I have my own violin and I’ve been playing since 3rd grade in the school orchestra. • What do you want to be when you grow up? A paleontologist. During shark week, I got interested in an episode they featured prehistoric sharks – megalodons. I wanted to research more about dinosaurs and see their structures. • What do you like doing in your spare time? Sewing, sailing, and traveling. I sewed a tote bag. I would like to sew clothes too. I’d like to travel to Alaska to see some whales. I did a sailing camp at the Sailing Squadron last summer.

• What would you do if you were invisible for a day? I would scare all my friends. One word to describe me would be hilarious. • What advice would you give your parents? Don’t keep me forever and let me go places! • If you could choose two dishes for your Mom never to make again, what would they be? Asparagus and Brussel sprouts • What was your favorite trip? Our trip to Ecuador in July. They were having a fun celebration and selling food items. I met a new friend, Sarah, there too! • What’s your favorite food? Steak – Filet Mignon • Favorite music? Rock music esp. The Beatles • Favorite Movie? Despicable Me 2 • What would be the ideal allowance? Tell me how you would use it.

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HOUSEHOLD COMMUNITY telephones (take out the batteries first). HAULING PROGRAM Additionally, you can also deal with the The next date for dropping off your following as mentioned: rechargeable unwanted paints, household chemicals, batteries may be taken to Batteries Plus, electronics, batteries , etc. will be Wednesday Home Depot, Lowes and Radio Shack and November 12. A list of the acceptable items florescent bulbs will be accepted at Home is provided in the accompanying box. Depot. Additionally propane tanks up to 20 lbs and The Community Hauling Program is now printer ink cartridges can be received. Only operated on the second Wednesday of the these items can be accepted. All others will month three times per year – November, be returned to you. February and May. Please plan accordingly. The materials are to be brought to I would like to thank our dedicated the North Gate between 8 and 9 am. volunteers for their efforts. Reservations are required and are limited If you have any questions about the to the first 20 callers. They must be made program, please call Larry Lawrence 410before noon on Monday November 10. Call 456-6240. George Niel at 941-927-6464 x-110 for your reservation. The following can These are the only acceptable items for the Community Hauling Program. Any items not on this list will have to be taken back by also and preferably the homeowner (unfortunately no exceptions). be disposed of in the weekly trash pick- • hazardous waste • used motor oil • batteries: button up: motor oils and • toxic waste batteries, rechargeable • cleaners nickle-cadmium and filters (set along side • paints • lawn and garden lithium-ion batteries. the garbage can and • pesticides chemicals • electronics: of the mark accordingly), • automotive products • paint thinner following types: TVs, • solvents florescent bulbs, • pool chemicals computer systems, empty paint cans, • automotive batteries • cell phones monitors, printers, • fluorescent lamps batteries-A series, • fertilizers scanners, fax machines, (and compact Cs and Ds, stereos, • fire extinguishers power supplies fluorescent lamps) s p e a k e r s , a n d • gasoline

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LANDINGS LEARNING GROUP; 2015 SERIES The Landings Learning Group, a Landings Racquet Club activity, announces the January 7 opening for the 2015 season. All programs are scheduled for Wednesdays at 3:30 PM for refreshments and 4:00 PM for the program. They take place in the Lakeside Room of The Landings Racquet Club. The season will feature lectures on contemporary issues by college professors, and a variety of entertainment from a baritone soloist of the Metropolitan Opera Company to New York and Chicago jazz groups. The opening program, January 7, and the closing program on March

18, will feature gala receptions, hosted by Judy Greene and Tara Lamb, The Landings Realtors. There will be a sign up sheet at The Landings Racquet Club office in December. Set aside Wednesday afternoons, 3:30 PM, for interesting and entertaining afternoons with THE LANDINGS LEARNING GROUP; spent with your neighbors and friends. By Howard Feltman

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LANDINGS MANAGEMENT 2014 ESTIMATED EXPENSES AND BUDGET PROPOSED BUDGET FOR THE PERIOD January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015 2014 REVENUES 5010 5012 5040 5045 5050 5070

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TOTAL REVENUES

EXPENSES AND RESERVES GROUNDS 7120 7130 7140 7145 7155

Draft FY 2015 Budget

The Finance Committee has been working with the Committee Chairs from the Board of Directors of LMA over the last few months to draft the fiscal year 2015 budget. The draft budget has been mailed to all the board members and presidents of the homeownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and condominium association presidents for their review and comment. The Finance Committee has been working hard to try to ensure that our operating budget is sufficient to fund the needs of the organization throughout the fiscal year and also to establish sufficient funding in our reserve budget to be prepared for long term capital improvements. As you will note in reviewing the draft budget there are only slight differences in funding the cost centers from FY 2014 to FY 2015. In Maintenance & Repair a budget increase is reflected, but it is primarily due to shifting a line item (Signage & Miscellaneous) from the Security cost center to that cost center. Other cost centers reflect slight changes: Insurance is down a little from last year; Grounds is down a little; Lakes and Roads are up a small amount; Security is down a little, and the Administrative costs are down a little. The only significant change in the reserve budget is the addition of reserve funding for our lakes and fountains. We did not have that line item in the initial reserve schedule in the current year, but with the pending erosion issues the Committee thought it would be appropriate to look at the long term funding needs of our lakes rather than attempting to fund these unpredictable cost and on-going problem out of the operational budget. The bottom line is that the draft operational budget has decrease by $3.00 per homeowner for the year and the reserve budget has increased by $3.00 per homeowner, for an annual assessment that remains the same as FY 2014 - $1.087.00.

GROUNDS CONTRACT LANDSCAPING TREE TRIMMING SPRINKLER/IRRIGATION CONTRACT SPRINKLER/IRRIGATION REPAIRS TOTAL GROUNDS

ROADS 7153 US 41/KESTRAL ENTRANCE PROJECT 7151 ROAD SWEEPING 7165 ROAD REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE TOTAL ROADS DRAINAGE 7170 DITCH MAINTENANCE 7175 DRAINAGE 7178 STORM SEWER REPAIR TOTAL DRAINAGE MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS 7210 LIGHTING REPAIRS 7215 LIGHTING SUPPLIES 7220 MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES 7225 MAINTENANCE SERVICE 7230 SIGNAGE & MISCELLANEOUS 7235 WALL PAINTING & MAINTENANCE 7240 CURB MAINTENANCE TOTAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE LAKES 7320 7330 7340 7345

LAKES-CONTRACT LAKES-OTHER FOUNTAIN MAINTENANCE-CONTRACT FOUNTAIN MAINTENANCE-OTHER TOTAL LAKES

UTILITIES 7510 WATER/SEWER & FIRELINE 7520 ELECTRIC TOTAL UTILITIES SECURITY 7720 7723 7725 7730 7735 7740

GUARDHOUSE MAINTENANCE JANITORIAL SERVICE-GUARDHOUSE SECURITY MAIN GATE ROVING PATROL SECURITY-OTHER GATES-MAINTENANCE TOTAL UTILITIES

INSURANCE 7760 INSURANCE

Landings Management Finance Committee

648,393 19,495

ASSESSMENTS C & D ASSESSMENTS OTHER FINES INTEREST VEHICLE DECALS TOTAL REVENUE RESERVES

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2015

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PROPOSED

BUDGET

667,888 114,550 $782,438

648,393 19,495 1,000 2,500 700 672,088 114,550 $786,638

646,830 21,283 668,113 116,370 $784,484

48,000 33,000 10,000 4,620 2,500 98,120

37,440 93,060 10,000 4,620 10,000 155,120

64,740 65,100 6,500 4,620 10,000 150,960

18,351 15,360 5,000 20,360

0 15,360 5,000 20,360

5,000 15,667 10,000 25,667

0 21,600 0 21,600

10,000 15,000 5,000 30,000

2,400 1,400 1,300 23,450 1,000 1,000 0 30,550

1,500 500 3,000 23,450 1,000 1,000 0 30,450

1,500 1,500 500 24,450 7,000 1,000 5,000 40,950

8,674 10,370 1,623 500 21,167

8,674 6,000 1,623 0 16,297

9,274 6,000 1,623 3,000 19,897

1,100 54,000 55,100

1,000 56,700 57,700

3,000 1,800 150,000 50,000 10,000 23,000 237,800

3,000 1,800 150,000 62,000 14,000 14,000 244,800

3,000 1,800 151,518 48,482 10,000 14,000 228,800

13,527 13,527

10,950 10,950 Continued on page 11

ADMINISTRATION 7820 LEGAL/PROFESSIONAL 7822 KESTRAL ENTRANCE LEGAL 7825 ACCOUNTING SERVICES 7835 FEES, DUES, LICENSE 7840 INCOME TAX 7870 MANAGEMENT FEE 7880 OFFICE SUPPLIES, POSTAGE, ETC. 7884 LANDINGS WEBSITE 7885 LANDINGS EAGLE NEWSLETTER 7886 COMMUNICATIONS 7887 STRATEGIC PLANNING 7888 AESTHETICS 7890 BAD DEBT EXPENSE 7892 PROPERTY TAX 7895 CONTINGENCY TOTAL ADMINISTRATION C & D EXPENSES 9050 C & D ELECTRIC 9150 C & D INSURANCE 9230 C & D LANDSCAPING 9240 C & D GROUNDS CONTRACT 9260 C & D CHEMICAL TREATMENT 9280 C & D IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE 9290 C & D LIGHTING REPAIRS & SUPPLIES 9291 C & D ROAD REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE 9300 C & D MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES 9380 C & D ADMINISTRATION TOTAL C & D EXPENSES TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSE RESERVES RESERVES - SCHEDULE B TOTAL EXPENSES AND RESERVES

UNIT ASSESSMENT

3,500 1,900 62 250 40,788 2,500 2,000 8,375 2,500 2,000 4,000 2,000 14 2,500 72,389

5,500 0 3,600 62 600 40,788 2,500 3,000 8,375 2,500 5,000 4,000 6,000 14 5,000 86,939

1,095 600 5,000 5,988 0 2,600 600 17,262 500 500 34,145 591,231

1,095 600 5,000 6,100 0 2,600 600 2,500 500 500 19,495 672,088

21,283 668,113

114,550 $705,781

114,550 $786,638

116,370 $784,484

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2014

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TOTAL

$1,087.00

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It’s good to see the courts and yours truly play a few matches. Cost is $5.00 filling up - which must mean and be sure to sign up in the Pro Shop. more and more folks are It’s never too early to schedule lessons for returning to The Landings. family members visiting over the holidays. I can Welcome back! I hope everyone be reached at lrctennisdirector@verizon.net or enjoyed their summer. 941-923-3886. And remember, John and Ron are Two years ago I held also available for lessons. a class for Beginning Tennis Good luck to all The Landings tennis leagues players. Several people have for the 2014 - 2015 season and I’ll see you on the approached me to request that I hold that type of courts. class again. Ask and you shall receive........ The first class will be held Wednesday, November 5th, 2014 at 9:30 AM - for an hour and a half and will be open to beginners and players up to the 3.0 level. Cost for the class is $25.00. Stop by the Pro Shop to sign up. The club is busy preparing for the Father/Son Tennis Tournament Wednesday, November 19th - through Sunday, November 23rd, 2014. Get ready to welcome some new teams to The Landings this year as well as our favorite returning teams. Join us on Wednesday, December 3rd, 2014 when your club pros will put on a 2013 USTA National Senior Father/Son Clay-Court tennis exhibition not to be missed! The Champions, Jerry and Brett Morse-Karzen posing by the fun begins at 6:00 PM. Enjoy a glass of Landings tournament sign with their awards Photo by Sue Lewis. wine while watching John, Ron, Kevin

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Frank Pipers, who has served on the Club’s Board of Directors for many years, submitted his resignation from the Board, which was reluctantly accepted. I wish to thank Frank for his numerous contributions to the Club over the years; I will miss his point of view and humor. Frank’s position has been replaced by Peter Heijens, a Treehouses newcomer to The Landings and an active tennis player. Peter has taken an interest in expanding our membership and presence in our community. The parking lot lights are finally in, after correcting some serious wiring deficiencies in the prior installation. I believe we’ve fulfilled our goal of dramatically improving the amount of light on the lot and eliminating any “throw-off” to the nearby residences. We have also completed the replacement of the court benches, two of which failed in September, that were originally scheduled for 2015.

Season is officially here! The women’s tennis leagues have already started and the men will start their season any day now. Our exercise classes are up and running; however, please note the new schedules as the days have changed. Yoga is now Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays beginning at 8:15 AM. Chair Yoga is Monday’s at 4:00 PM. The Jazzercize classes will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8:30 AM starting November 4th. Zumba will also be on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 AM starting November 4th. The new session of our Watercolor Painting class started in early October on Thursdays at 10:00 AM. For more information about any of the activities at the Club, please contact the Tennis Pro Shop at 923-3886. For the 22nd consecutive

We will be replacing our membership and court management systems, with parallel operations commencing November 1st for some aspects and January 1st for others. Our intent is to reduce our accounting costs while improving our accuracy. As part of this effort, we will be asking members to volunteer to receive the Club’s monthly statement via e-mail. This will further reduce costs and make distribution of the statements timelier. Two significant events on our calendar for November; The Lessons for Life charity event featuring tennis clinics, exhibition, dinner and auctions is on Saturday, November 8th. Our National Clay Court Father/Son & Senior Father/Son Tournament will begin on Wednesday, November 19th; members wishing to participate as volunteers or player hosts, please get in touch with Kevin. We will have installed an additional set of bleachers adjacent to Court 5 prior to the event.

By Kevin Lechlitner year, we are proud to be the host facility for the USTA National Senior and Super Senior Father/ Son Clay Court Championships. The tournaments begin Wednesday, November 19th and will end Sunday, November 23rd. Be sure to mark those dates on your calendar. It will be five days full of great tennis by players from all over the country. Make plans to come out and cheer for your favorite father/son teams. You can also get involved as a host family. If you are interested please contact Ralph and Dee Ricapito at 927-6261. Be sure to mark your calendars for our Annual Holiday Dinner Dance. It is scheduled for December 13th with cocktails at 6:00 and dinner at 6:30 PM. James Riegel from Black Tie Catering is back again with another fantastic menu. This year’s entertainers are Sammy J and he will be accompanied by the Saxman. Seating is limited so please sign up early. The registration sheet with the menu items listed will be posted in the Pro Shop by early November.

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Main gate officer, Lt. Augie Cafarelli has been a professional in the security business for 24 years, the last six at The Landings. Before coming here, Lt. Cafarelli worked in security and loss prevention for five years at the the Ritz Carlton in Sarasota. In addition to being a hotel detective, he was the lead officer coordinating security for art and jewelry shows with the Sarasota Police Department. Born in Schenectady, N.Y. and growing up in Brooklyn, Lt. Cafarelli served his country honorably as an Army Ranger in the 101st Airborne Division and spent a year in Vietnam. Now that his two children live in other states Lt. Cafarelli stays busy playing acoustic guitar and reading. Italian or Spanish flamenco and jazz guitar are his favorites. His reading tastes include adventure books as well as Dickens and psychology and self-improvement books by Robert Schuller. When asked what he enjoys most about his job, without hesitation he replied, “the people, I’m a people person.”

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By Dr. Anne Chauvet all pieces of bone, fatty scraps and the skin. Fatty meat scraps can lead to pancreatitis, causing abdominal pain, vomiting and bloody diarrhea. Cooked bones are often brittle and break easily into sharp pieces, which can lodge in the throat, stomach, and intestinal tract. Baked turkey skin is covered with spices and grease – not a good combination for your pup’s sensitive stomach. Q: What is Cushing’s Disease? Signs, treatment? Which breed is at risk? A: Cushing’s disease is actually a hyperactive adrenal gland due to pituitary disease. Hyperadrenocorticism, as it is called,

can be caused by Cushing’s or adrenal tumor/cancer. The disease leads to excessive steroids (cortisol) in the blood. Common symptoms are: pot bellied look, loss of muscle mass, darkened skin pigment, loss of hair (usually symmetrical over the flanks and back) and increased urination and thirst. The diagnosis is made by blood tests: ACTH stimulation test or dexamethasone suppression test. Sometimes an ultrasound of the abdomen is recommended and in cases of suspected Cushing’s, an MRI or CT of the brain is performed to check if the pituitary gland is overly large. Surgery may be helpful in adrenal cancer, but most of the cases are managed medically.

Dr. Chauvet earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Canada, completed a small animal medicine/surgery internship at the University of Illinois in Urbana and finished her residency in neurology/neurosurgery at the University of California, Davis. She has been trained in small animal rehabilitation by the Canine Rehabilitation Institute of Wellington, Florida and is known internationally for her specialized work in the relatively rare field of veterinary neurology speaking to, training, and consulting with veterinary practices and organizations globally. If you have a question about your pet, please email your question to criticalvetcare@gmail.com Each month, Dr. Chauvet will choose a few questions to share with readers.

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By Melody Oxarart Hi, I’m Ajax, and I’ve lived at Eagles Point Circle for most of my 12 years. I’m a Havanese and you’ve probably seen me walking around The Landings with my Dad (Frank) or my Mom (Melody)...I LOVE to sniff and mark...it’s one of the main pleasures in my life! I got my championship before I was a year old, and my folks were going to let me breed, but then someone spoiled the deal by telling Mom that I would then feel free to mark anywhere, even in people’s homes...on their furniture! Mom couldn’t have that, so off I went to the vet, who snip, snip, snipped. No fun! I’ve learned lots of tricks...I can walk on two legs and beg with my hands, I can do, “Sit”, “Down”, “Roll Over” and “Give me a kiss.” I even know yoga, ‘cause I can do a great “Downward Dog”! My folks say I’m patient

and easy to live with, but I’ve learned a trick or two and have them pretty well trained! If they’re slow getting me out for a walk, I just exhale loudly, and they get the message. And there’s a look I give them, when they haven’t fixed my food yet, that they know is ‘disgust’. Somehow, in spite of my tactics, they’re always laughing at me. Especially when I’m snoozing in my soft bagel bed, lyin’ on my back with all four legs stretched out. “The picture of trust”, they say! Another thing I love is to play “I’m Gonna Get You” with my Mom. We play upstairs, on the carpeting and I race back and forth across the whole second floor while she tries to stop me! It’s great exercise, too! Best of all, I love treats and people food.

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Roads chair, Rudy Blohm reported the committee had received bids from contractors regarding needed road repairs. He suggested either the LMA board would need to approve additional funding for the repairs, or delay the repairs until next year. Finance committee chair Don Mcmurray suggested his committee would review the bids submitted.

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Ajax Oxarart You can keep the kibble, the raw and canned food...I could pass on that entirely. And, I also don’t like biscuit treats. But meaty or cheesy treats...YUM! Well, I’ve gotten tired doing all this talking about myself. it’s time for a snooze now, so I’ll sign off. A-J-A-X

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Rudy Blohm reported construction of the new gazebo was well underway and progressing nicely. He voiced his concern that some residents were ignoring barriers and signs indicating the bridge and gazebo areas were closed.

LANDSCAPING

Landscaping chair, Joe Hennessy reported on three landscape issues. Lighting renovations at the main gate and the large island on Landings Boulevard will begin soon. A large Brazilian pepper tree was removed near the shopping

center wall at the North gate and his committee is waiting on a bid for lighting renovations at the South gate from Graham electric. The South gate landscape renovations are on hold while property ownership at that area is determined.

SAFETY AND SECURITY

Cochair John Carson reported the Decal Verification response has improved and results so far indicate the program is quite successful. Carson mentioned his committee is continuing to seek a disaster recovery vendor. They are analyzing information provided by vendors and will hopefully select one soon. Bids were sought to replace the floor in the gate house at the main gate and also to upgrade the main computer. A vendor was selected and budget funds were available. Carson ended his report by sharing details of a proposed parking notice. The parking notice will be placed on vehicles improperly parked anywhere at The Landings.

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The World of Tina Von Kessel Tina grew up with a tennis court in her backyard, where she often watched her parents play. She started playing tennis herself at the age of 7, and actually took some of her first lessons at the fashionable Colony Beach Club on Longboat Key. Her instructor was Sami Aviles, a tennis pro who still teaches today at the Longboat Key Club. Tennis became a major part of Tina’s life. Under the auspices of the United States Tennis Association (USTA) in the Eastern Section, she played junior tennis tournaments in all the various age groups as well as a few national tournaments. She spent multiple summers playing team tennis in Starnberg, Germany, where her mastery of the language was put to good use. An excellent player, Tina never aspired to play the tour. Instead, she looked upon tennis as a great sport and stepping stone that would help her get into a good college. Tina attended Columbia University where —for her

first two years—she played on the women’s tennis team. She finished Columbia with a BA in Art History and moved to Germany, where she lived for almost nine years. She settled first in Duesseldorf, where she spent time working in the Art Auction business for Phillipps, a British auction house. She then moved to Heidelberg and attended Schiller International University, where she received an MBA in finance. She decided to leave the art business and become a financial analyst for Xerox Germany based in Duesseldorf. She was to stay at Xerox until 1999, when her son, Gabriel, was born in Munich. In 2000, she and her former husband became full time residents of Sarasota, where— in 2002— their daughter, Pipa, was born. To Tina’s delight, she found Sarasota to be a strong tennis community. In early 2004 Tina became involved in local USTA leagues, and since that time has never stopped competing.

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Participating in adult league tennis has brought her great joy and wonderful friendships. Many of her teammates are former college/tour players who now have jobs, families, etc. They play the game because they want to—and besides, it’s fun. As a fringe benefit, they enjoy finding they can still successfully compete with all those agile 20-somethings! Tina has competed on various women’s and mixed teams, and made multiple trips to sectionals in Daytona. Mixed is her favorite game, and she was fortunate to be a part of a 9.0 mixed team that won the Eastern National Championships in 2007. Her partner at the time— Joey Gratton—had the idea to start a 10.0 mixed team, which is the highest level of mixed USTA league competition. Starting in 2008, they went about building and improving this team. In 2009, they made their first trip to Nationals, but it was not successful. They dug in their heels, persevered, and went

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That famous quote from Protagoras over 2500 years ago prompts many interpretations. My favorite interpretation concerns the way we measure physical ‘things. Experienced carpenters know that you don’t always need a ruler to do this. They create their own “measurements.” Yet few of us non-carpenters really understand how much control we have over measuring--without rulers and yardsticks! Suppose we have a plank that conventionally measures 39.5”. Out of this board we wish to make three bookshelves for a new bookcase we’re building. But when we divide this board by 3, we get a very clumsy figure: 13.1666... Try to find that easily on your ruler! Now, we do not want to cut the board down, to say 39” which when divided by 3 yields 13, a nice, neat answer. We’re determined to use all of that plank. So, the question is, How can we “measure” it so we do not get that clumsy 13.1666...? It’s no trick. Some readers of this column no doubt know the answer. But my experience in sharing it with numerous people has been that most people do not know how this could be done without rulers or yardsticks. Whether marked

off in inches or by some other exercise is not necessarily to scale. honor the thinker Protagoras But it can be done. So, how (whom the rival philosopher can you divide the 39.5” board Plato, for one, attacked). The evenly? Follow Protagoras’s problem, illustrates how we 2 advice. Or, better, Archimedes’ can go beyond conventional, advice, since he was interested consensual axioms and creatively creatively bring about our own successful results in unique ways. This is in coping with strange numbers bring about our own successful particularly in politics. But it also applies to the military science, (like pi) thattrue do not end anywhere results in arts, unique ways. This and are aptly “transfinite.” isand particularly medicine and called pharmacology, pedagogy, many other true fields.in politics. (The answer to the plank problem But it also applies to the arts, is at the end of this column. There military science, medicine and ====================== are two ways to do it.) pharmacology, pedagogy, and The point of this little brain many other fields. Answers 1. c

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Then draw third line to end of board and two parallel lines (above). Voila! 1, 2, 3 equal segments ---Source: Euclid. 2. Or, fold a strip of paper same length of board as you would fold a letter so that it makes three equal sections. Then mark off those segments onto your board. This folded paper is, of course, the analogue of an equilateral triangle. III. Here we discarded the conventional measurement of 39.5”/3 = “13.166666…” in favor of a conceptualized measurement through the visualization of geometry (above). In place of the conventional, “empirical,” “in-the-cave” 39.5”, we have constructed synthetically our own system of measurement “intellectually,” That is conceptually, “outside the cave” yet with reference to sense data.

In Search of GREAT EATS! Is it possible to find different great eats 365/7 here in Sarasota? And I’m not talking fast-food chain restaurants here. The answer is - ABSOLUTELY! Read the following highlights from visitors to Sarasota/Siesta Key about two local restaurants. That’s all we had room for, but we promise more to come in future issues. Go ahead – allow your taste buds to explore. Chianti 3900 Clark Road, 941-952-3186 “Perfection!!!” What a wonderful experience we had last night. Our meals were not only delicious, but

plentiful. Perfectly chilled Martini and bread pudding for dessert to die for!!! A very comfortable and well-done restaurant. Service was ideal. This place has it all! A definite return when visiting from NJ.

BluQue 149 Avenida Messina (in Siesta Key Village) 941-346-0738 “Awesome smoked nachos” This is the second time eating here and it was just as great, the nachos have smoked chicken that is so fresh and flavorful you can smell them smoking the meat outside. They also have an all you can eat crab leg offer I can’t wait to try Source Trip Advisor

Big Month for Events on Siesta Key Sandfest Party It’s the 24th Annual Siesta Key Chamber Sandfest 2014 Hoedown Party at the Siesta Key Beach Pavilion – 948 Beach Road. The event is scheduled for Friday, November 7th, from 6–10 pm. Come enjoy a night out with music, dancing and “gourmet” cowboy cuisine provided by Siesta Key area restaurants. Cost is $25 per person for members, and $30 for nonmembers. For reservations call 941-349-3800. Annual Crystal Classic Master Sand Sculpting Competition This great event is now in its 5th year. Join us this Nov. 14-18. Twenty-four of the ‘‘TOP” master sculptors from around the world will compete for $15,000 in prize money and the “Crystal Classic Sculpting Doubles Title”. This event kicks off with a Meet the Artists Reception on Thursday November 13th. Attendees and sponsors can meet the 24 master sand sculptors up close and personal. The event is being

held at the Daiquiri Deck Raw Bar in Siesta Village from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Entry includes a buffet with an open bar and is open to sponsors and individual ticket holders. Artist Team sponsors will receive their assigned sculptor team through a random drawing that evening and will be displayed at the sculpture on the beach throughout the event. The Patron Sponsorship for $250 includes two 5 day passes to the event, VIP parking at the beach and two Meet the Artists Reception tickets. Both the Patron Sponsorship and the Meet the Artist Reception tickets can be purchased online individually at www.SiestaKeyCrystalClassic.com. Light Up Siesta Village For the 30th year, the Siesta Key Village Association will present Light Up the Village on Saturday, November 29, from 6-9pm. Siesta Village will be decorated in full holiday splendor with the Christmas tree lighting taking place at the Gazebo, located at Ocean Blvd. and Canal Road, at

approximately 6:15 PM. Santa Claus will be arriving on a float in the holiday parade which will begin at Avenida del Mare and Beach Road at 5:40 PM traveling north on Beach Road onto Ocean Blvd. into the Village. If you would like to participate, please call the parade coordinator at 941 346-7401. Santa will reign at the Siesta Center to greet all children. The first 250 to see him will receive gift bags donated by Beach Bazaar. At Santa’s Village there will also be a clown, face painting and games with prizes. Photos may be taken with Santa. Ocean Boulevard will be lined with luminaries and shops and restaurants will offer refreshments and special holiday bargains from 6 to 9 PM. There will also be live music at various venues plus carolers, demonstrations of gymnastics and martial arts and a petting zoo. Free transportation will be provided courtesy of the Siesta Island Trolley from Siesta Public Beach to the Village from 4:30-9:30 pm.

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Part II - Landings at 25 – Encore This series was first run in the 2005-6 Landings Eagle. It has been moderately updated. By Irwin Starr A few year’s after the death of Honore and his wife Grace Brown Palmer the homestead went into a family trust. The trust included an unwieldy 37 heirs. Many had tried to buy the property over the years but apparently lack of consensus by the heirs stalled any action. In the late seventies real estate brokers were hearing the Trust was ready to move on the Palmer homestead property. Developers C & M Associates, “M” for Robert Morris and “C” for his longtime development partner Jaime Carrion, decided they wanted the property. Knowing there would be great competition for this prime land, near the water, near the city itself and a place of natural beauty, they made a risky decision. They would offer a very strong contract with no contingencies to let them off the hook and approximately four million dollars cash, payable in thirty days. They won the property and Immokalee (a name they were originally intending to keep) was on its way to becoming one of the most desirable gated communities in Sarasota, The Landings. Bob Morris is a developer known for maintaining as much of the natural surroundings as possible. He first develops the vision. He describes that process with an anecdote about development of the Siesta Dunes project on Siesta Key. The puzzle was how to handle the dunes. Flattening them would go counter to all he’s sought to bring to developments. He and his toddler son Rob – now known as Robert A. Morris III, and manager of much of the construction activity at Phillippi Landings when it was under development – were building sand castles on the Siesta beach. Well, Rob was building sandcastles while Dad was playing with sand representations for the new Siesta Dunes development. His sand models resulted in the ultimate design, pulling the dunes into the development,

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saving the natural landscape and providing a unique setting. He entered his newly acquired Immokalee seeking the vision to take best advantage of the spectacular setting. The first call was easy. Maintain the entry way and the primary road back to the original homestead. That road became Peregrine Point Drive with its canopy trees and the intricate Banyans. He also decided it was necessary to develop traffic islands on various Landings roads to take advantage of existing greenery.

Robert (Bob) Morris The Eagle asked Landings developer, Robert Morris who had come up with the idea of streets named after birds. He couldn’t remember. When reminded Kestrel was spelled incorrectly, as Kestral, he was relieved he’d forgotten! Then he came upon two unexpected obstacles. The prehistoric middens - essentially junk piles of early Indian residents and wanderers – and an eagle’s nest. Morris says he “looked on these as assets, something to set his development apart from others.” At the time there were few regulations regarding disturbing such sites. But Morris, wanting to maintain the environment and insure no objections to the development, sought out professional opinions on both the middens and the eagle’s nest. Morris says the information “was exciting, letting me create something special.” The midden solution was relatively easy, build the

structures over them on short stilts, retaining their contours, rather than leveling or digging broad foundations. The eagle was trickier. Consulting the Audubon Society he learned 300 feet in all directions provides adequate protection of the eagle’s environment. He learned eagles are fishers and need a direct route to water. The result is the 600 foot diameter, 7.4 acre Eagle’s Area, as it is referred to in the original covenants. But it also had an influence on the placement, and roof color of the Treehouses with their lush foliage, providing a fairly natural setting for the eagle’s path from the nest to the bay. Unfortunately the eagles are long gone with one brief nest building episode in 2008 – but no actual nesting or breeding. There have been visits since but no further nest activities. The visits are evidenced by photos in The Eagle over the last several years. Morris was asked if the eagles nest language in the covenants contained any specific intent from his point of view. He recalled none other than language designed to protect the existing nest. Those two decisions in place, Morris proceeded to build much of the perimeter wall and the guard gate. He wanted to develop an atmosphere of privacy. In fact, originally prospective purchasers had to make appointments to see the development. The sales offices were deep within The Landings to insure prospects would see the environment prior to seeing the models. After laying out the road plan Treehouse construction began. He went on to develop both Carriage House I and II, the Portside Villas and The Landings Racquet Club. (Many are not aware, some of the property in the LRC area was not part of the original Palmer land purchase and was added later.) The Treehouses had some growing pains. At the height

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of development interest rates spiked at 20% slowing sales substantially. C & M, and Robert Morris laid out the original lots for individual, free standing homes, but built none. People who purchased land could use an architect and builder of their choice, as long as the covenant guidelines were carefully followed. Asked if, in hindsight, he’d have done anything differently, Morris’ quick response was “not to have sold off The Landings Plaza area, but developed it myself according to the original plan.” That plan called for a small village atmosphere, not the strip mall there today - another idea slightly ahead of its time, unfortunately. What is he proudest of? “The Landings and Pelican Cove have aged very well. I think, because we were committed to fitting the environment. We wanted them to look like God had just dropped them there. What counts is what’s left when you’re done.”

The Banyans on Peregrine Point Drive were likely near the main entrance to the original Palmer home.

These Florida Department of Transportation pictures show the pre-development view and The Landings today. Easily spotted are remnants of the Potter buildings, the lake just outside The Landings where the kiddie part is located, the lake now centered among the Southern Carriagehouses and the path that became The Nature Trail. Mangrove expansion is also clearly evident.

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Association Matters, Legally Speaking Despite friendly, and perhaps not so friendly, requests to stop, towels are still hung over the balcony railings, cars continue to be parked on the lawn, and music continues to blare at 2 a.m. So what can an association do, short of filing a lawsuit, when a member simply refuses to follow the rules? One method of enforcing the governing documents, including violations of the declaration and rules, is by way of a fine. Both Chapters 718 and 720 of the Florida Statues, governing condominiums and home owners’ associations respectively, provide for the levying of fines by a board of directors. Before a board of directors may impose a fine, however, the board must receive approval to do so from an independent committee. The committee, which must be comprised of at least three members, may not include board members, their relatives, or members of their households. Certain “due process” procedures

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must be followed. The offending party must be given at least 14 days written notice of the intent to fine and must be given an opportunity to address the independent committee (often called a “fining committee” or “compliance committee”). After a hearing, at which the “offending” member is entitled to present witnesses and address the committee, the committee must decide whether the proposed fine is appropriate. The board may impose the fine only if the committee approves. The fine may not exceed $100 per violation. If a violation continues over time, the fine may be levied for each day the violation continues, however, it may not exceed $1,000 total for a condominium. The fine levied by a homeowners’ association may exceed $1,000, but only if the governing documents specifically say so. With one exception, a fine may not automatically become a lien against the property. The exception is that a fine over $1,000 may become a lien if the governing documents of a homeowners’

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association so provide. This is significant because a lien may provide the basis for a foreclosure action. Another method of collecting a fine is for the association to file a lawsuit, obtain a judgment for the amount of the fine, and then proceed to collect the judgment. Collection activity may include, depending on circumstances,garnishment of wages, seizure and sale of property, and foreclosure of the judgment. Additionally, if the association has the right to approve sales and leases, the association can withhold its approval if there are unpaid fines. Also, if there is a tenant in the property, the association may, if it follows the statutory procedure, demand that the tenant pay the rent to the association until the fine has been paid in full. While fines may be levied in the right circumstances, is fining a good method of enforcement? Not necessarily. The process can create more ill feelings and,

in some cases, prod the offender to engage in more disruptive behavior. Collection of the fine may be difficult, or impossible. On the other hand, ignoring “bad behavior” may not be fair to those who are suffering the consequences. There are times when fines are an appropriate and effective way to obtain a recalcitrant owner’s attention and cooperation. Fines seem to be particularly effective when a tenant is the basis for a fine as the fine maybe charged to the owner’s account. Owners will be less likely to renew the lease of such a tenant. Best practices dictate fines should be imposed only after other methods of achieving voluntary compliance have been exhausted. This column is not intended to provide specific legal advice and should not be relied upon for that purpose. Every situation is unique and this general discussion is not necessarily applicable to your situation. Please consult an attorney for advice regarding your particular situation.

4 & 20 Pasty Company Celebrating 11 Years In Sarasota Opened in October 2003, and tucked away in Swift Plaza just off Stickney Point/ Clark Road, this unique Bakery has been making exceptional British inspired ‘Pasties’, ‘Pork Pies’ & specialty ‘Sausage Rolls in Puff Pastry’ amongst their many offerings of English, Scottish, Welsh & Irish traditions. So much so that, along with thousands of Sarasota residents making regular trips for Hot & Frozen to the store, they’ve shipped US wide to thousands more. Their products have been so much in demand that they now have retail associate stockists of the 4 & 20 Pasty brand in 10 other States as well as Florida. Limited only by the made-from-scratch production capacity they have available. What is a Pasty? Correctly pronounced “Passtee” (not “Paystee”!) they have been staples of British snacking for centuries.

4 & 20’s are buttery circles of melt-in-the-mouth fine pastry sealed turnovers containing the variety fillings, 10oz big, brushed with egg and baked golden brown. To be eaten on the go… or served with additional sides on a plate. And they’re really handsome too. Their ‘Original Cornish Pasty’ (Angus steak, Potatoes, Onions & Rutabaga), Chicken with Broccoli & Cheese, Shepherd’s Pie, Spinach & Feta and Curried Veggie or Beef are just a few of the many varieties, together with good old British favorites like Steak & Kidney Pie & Cheese & Onion.

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Local Fishing Report November offers Siesta Key anglers diverse opportunities. A wide variety of species are available and multiple techniques will be successful. The key is adapting to the conditions; weather will become a factor. Water temperatures will be falling as it cools off and the days become shorter, and this will trigger fish to feed. Both Big Pass and New Pass will be productive spots to fish this month. Pompano will be targeted by many anglers, along with Spanish mackerel, bluefish, and ladyfish. Drifting with the tide and bouncing a jig off the bottom is a proven technique to catch pompano and other species. Yellow, white, and chartreuse pompano jigs work very well in deep, swift water. These jigs are small and compact, allowing them to sink quickly. These same jigs are effective in shallow water and on bars when cast out and retrieved back to the boat using short hops. Spoons and Rapala plugs are very effective when breaking fish are

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seen working in the passes. Pompano will also be taken on the deep grass flats, as will speckled trout, bluefish, mackerel, jack crevelle and other species. Soft plastics such as the Bass Assassin Sea Shad baits on a ¼ ounce jig head are extremely productive and a lot of fun to fish. A live shrimp either free lined or fished under a cork is the top choice for anglers who prefer live bait. Fish will begin moving south from the passes to the flats between Stickney Pt. and Blackburn Pt. and will be scattered over a large area. Successful anglers will fish quickly until the fish are located. Redfish schools will be thinning out in the shallow water, but there will still be plenty of fish in the pot holes, along mangrove shorelines, under docks, and around oyster bars. Rapala plugs, weedless gold spoons, and Bass Assassin Elite Shiners on a Pro Elite jig head are all excellent choices for probing the shallow flats. These same lures will also catch snook,

along with speckled trout and jack crevelle. Snook will be migrating through these areas on their way to their winter haunts and will be feeding heavily. Points, bars, and docks with current are prime ambush spots for game fish. Large live shrimp are deadly when fished under docks, although it will not allow anglers to cover as much water. Night fishing under lighted docks and bridges will also produce a lot of snook this month. King & Spanish mackerel, false albacore, cobia, and sharks will bend rods and test drags in the inshore Gulf of Mexico, provided the severe fronts stay away. Point of Rocks is a prime fall spot to either sight cast to breaking fish or troll plugs and spoons. Live bait will also produce, especially once fish are located. Live blue runners and threadfins slow trolled on a “stinger” rig will catch some very nice kings along with sharks. Drifting a live shrimp or small bait fish will catch plenty of Spanish and albies.

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Barring any unforeseen delays, Blohm reported the Gazebo is expected to be open to residents on or before the end of November. When asked about his personal thoughts about the Gazebo, Blohm replied, “It’s fantastic as far as I’m concerned. I don’t think we could’ve asked for better workmanship. Everything has moved along very smooth.” Gazebo Construction is being accomplished by Florida Shoreline and Foundation Experts a marine division of Ramate Construction

Inc. of Sarasota. GAZEBO FANS SPEAK OUT Some users of the old Gazebo share their thoughts about getting a new and improved version. Longtime resident, Bob Fernander related, “I think the Gazebo is a major attraction to The Landings. When I first moved here my real estate agent took me down there and it made an impression on me.” Fernander visits the Gazebo once or twice a month. You’ll find him fishing or more often now, launching his kayak. He said

the fishing is great, he’s caught sheepshead, catfish, redfish, flounder and an occasional snook. He also suggested since the LMA Board spent so much money on it, they might consider a grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony in order to get additional publicity. Former LMA Board member, Bill Whitman said, “It’s an attractive place you can just go and relax, you can watch boats go by, watch dolphins, and it’s just a great place to walk or fish. I’m a big fan and I think it’s one of The Landings greatest assets.”

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View From The Gate Compiled by: Capt. Jordan M. Joseph, Landings Security & Safety There were a total of 82 incidents reported in The Landings for Sept. 2014. • 10 Informational Reports 5 FPL lights malfunctioning. Reported to FPL. 3 Bicycles left out overnight, unsecured. Unknown realtor lockbox reported to management company. LRC curtains fell from rod. Reported to LRM management. • 1 Lost & Found Report Report of a lost dog. • 31 Open Doors Reported 28 Garages. 2 Public Restrooms. 1 Access Control Gate. • 27 Parking Violations Reported 17 Restricted vehicles parked in the community overnight. 10 Vehicles parked on roadways overnight. 1 Vehicle parked on the grass overnight. • 1 Property Damage Report Broken Sprinkler near Eagles Nest Area. Management company advised.

• 4 Public Service Reports 2 Vehicle interior lights left on overnight. Owners advised. Tree branch removed from roadway. Resident escorted safely home. • 3 Reckless Driving Reports 2 Unsafe speeds < 7MPH of posted limit. 1 Vehicle driving against the flow of traffic. • 1 Suspicious Incident Report A transient encampment was reported to SSO for investigation. • 2 Trespass Reports Resident discovered in Eagles Point Pool after hours on two occasions. • 2 Vehicle Accident Reports Resident struck closed gate arm (no injury or damage). Resident reports gate arm closed on vehicle (no injury or damage).

Landings Residents’ Handbook & Directory By Dick Bayles The following are new owners since the last issue of The Landings Eagle: • Naomi & Bernard Gerbarg, 1400 Cedar Bay Ln, 610-283-0961, 610 283 0960, ngerbarg@mac.com • Kenneth &DierdreD’Silva, 4808 Peregrine Point Cir W • Robert King, Jr.& Karen Burke, 1431 Landings Pl, 941-924-6636, 651 380 4448, 651-253-9523, tenisking23@hotmail.com, karenb707@gmail.com • William H Niemeyer II, TTEE, 5211 Heron Way, whn2nd@verizon.net • John & Carrie Patti, 5155 Flicker Field Cir, 941-924-5926 • Josephine Surdich& Desiree Rijos, 1600 Starling Dr, wakeme45@aol.com • Amy E. Tepper, 5263 Landings Blvd, 850-240-6837 • Scott & Amy Treibly, 1781 Pine Harrier Cir, The following are listing changes since the last issue of The Landings Eagle: • Stephen & Shari Ashman, 5450 Eagles Point Cir #102, 941-927-2437 • Philip Rubel, 1610 Pintail Way, 941-924-7606, 207-350-5254, phil.rubel@gmail.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 thelandingsofsarasota.com, from me via e-mail or from your association, and may be dropped off at the Landings Racquet Club, the Main Gate to my attention or sent via mail, e mail or fax. Dick Bayles: 1729 Landings Way, Sarasota, FL 34231, Email: landings.directory@gmail.com Fax: (941) 296-7404

SEPTEMBER TRAFFIC REPORT

Main Gate Entries at the Main Gate Total Gate Traffic

2014 10293 10293

2013 9519 9519

2012 11561 11561

2011 10957 10957

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

2014 14213 10496 24709

2013 12395 11103 23498

2012 14192 13039 27231

2011 15402 14055 29457

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

2014 3060 3463 6523

2013 3397 3109 6506

2012 3510 3089 6599

2011 3513 3182 6695

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

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HOMES FOR SALE 5120 FLICKER FIELD CIR

649,000

1654 LANDINGS BLVD

1,945,000

4808 PEREGRINE PT CIR. W

1,249,900

4930 PEREGRINE PT WAY

774,900

5131 KESTRAL PARK PL

770,000

1733 PINE HARRIER CIR

475,000

HOMES SOLD 1419 PEREGRINE PT DR

2,900,000

1400 CEDAR BAY LANE

1,025,000

5157 KESTRAL PARK LN

752,000

1598 LANDINGS TER

620,000

5155 FLICKER FIELD CIR

595,000

1781 PINE HARRIER CIR

500,000

CONDOS FOR SALE 5283 HERON WAY

275,000

5225 HERON WAY

245,000

5450 EAGLES PT CIR # 401

702,500

5450 EAGLES PT CIR #102

469,500

1705 STARLING DR

340,000

5261 LANDINGS BLVD

330,000

5400 EAGLES PT CIR # 304

324,500

5043 KESTRAL PARK DR

295,000

1716 STARLING DR

262,500

1698 STARLING DR

241,000

1600 STARLING DR

240,000

1627 STARLING DR

235,000

1718 STARLING DR

235,000

5263 LANDINGS BLVD

234,900

1610 PINTAIL WAY

197,000

CONDOS SOLD

5225 HERON WAY Unit#204 • $219,000 Ne

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Based on information from Realtor.com, Sarasota Property Appraiser, and Sarasota Association of Realtors for the period ending Oct. 15, 2014. These properties listed and sold in the past 4 months by various MLS participating offices.

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