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OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE SUN CITY CENTER COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Sun City Center
...an official publication of the Sun City Center Community Association
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION SCHEDULE
FEBRUARY 11 Board Workshop to discuss Agenda Board Room – CA Office - 9 a.m. 13 Board Meeting Rollins Theater - 9 a.m. 14 Volunteer Picnic Florida Room – 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. 19 Community Leaders Meeting Florida Room – 9 a.m. 25 Coffee & Conversation Caper Room – 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. 25 CO-AP Meeting Caper Room – 2 p.m. MARCH 5 Shredding Day North Course Lane - 9 a.m. to Noon 11 Board Workshop to discuss Agenda Board Room - CA Office - 9 a.m. 13 Board Meeting Rollins Theater - 9 a.m. 16 FunFest Central Campus – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 19 Community Leaders Meeting Florida Room – 9 a.m. 20 Membership Meeting Community Hall – 4 p.m. Note Time Change 25 CO-AP Meeting Caper Room – 2 p.m.
Agendas for the monthly Board Meetings will be posted on Official Bulletin Board in the Atrium the Monday before and on the CA website (www.suncitycenter.org – under “Association”). They will also be sent via “What’s New in the CA” email. Every Wednesday: Orientation for new members in the Board Room in the CA office starting at 1 p.m. sharp. CA Contact Information Phone: 633-3500 sccboard@suncitycenter.org Website: suncitycenter.org Information Center 813-633-4670
Check out the Café for their Valentine’s Day special event. Note: This photo does not represent one of the actual offerings at the event.
Café Celebrates Valentines
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By Kai Rambow On Valentine’s Day, share with a friend or loved one. From 3 to 7 p.m., on February 14 our Café has a decadent dessert, food and beverage event. Buy any combination of food and dessert and choose one of several non-alcoholic “mocktails.” Dessert will include a chocolate raspberry torte and a chocolate fondue. Gluten and sugar free options will be available as well. A full menu is posted at the Café. To secure a spot, reservations are required. Scan the code with your smartphone to find us online. www.newsofsuncitycenter.com
February 2019
New Year, New Plans & Changes Coming
By Diane M. Loeffler The January Board of Directors’ Meeting began with swearing in new board member, Larry Smith. After welcoming Smith to the board, Community Association (CA) President, Sam Sudman, then announced that Director assignments were being made. He says, “We are working on long range plans with cost figures. We will keep you in the loop.” A t w o - y e a r l o n g p re l i m i n a r y environmental and design study is underway for 19th Avenue. About fifteen years ago the county committed to expanding most of 19th Avenue to four lanes. Sudman has been invited to participate in FDOT’s monthly update meetings about SR-674. He says, “The county is aware of our concerns including the snowbird issue. This will be a two-year project so it will affect all times of the year. They are committed to minimizing disruption.” Our CA Board continues to remind Hillsborough County of our sidewalk problems. The county is currently about seven years behind on sidewalk projects. During the December Board meeting a CA member brought up a concern that residents who live in Sun City Center
Members of the 2019 Community Association Board are (front row, from left) Secretary Marilyn Cote-Miller, President Sam Sudman, Vice-President Helen Lewis, new CA Director Larry Smith. Back row (from left) Director Jerry Gibson, Director Bob Sullivan, Treasurer Dave Birkett and Director Doug Seipelt. Not pictured Director Joe Elam.
four months or less are not allowed to be members of clubs. During the January 9 meeting, the CA passed amendments that rectify this situation. Now residents with a blue card may “have full usage of all CA facilities including membership in all clubs, at the discretion of the club, and where space is available.” However, they do not have CA voting privileges.
By February 11, members must have their 2019 stickers on their CA badges. Stickers will be available at the CA office a couple of weeks after BB&T has processed your payment. The Volunteer Luncheon is February 14, Shredding Day is March 5, and FunFest is March 16.
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Recognitions, Good-byes and A Time for Questions By Diane M. Loeffler The January 2, 2019 Community (CA) Membership Meeting was a memorable one. It was an opportunity to learn more about our community, review the year, recognize those who contribute to our community and to ask questions. Treasurer Jim Schwartz says that, as of the end of December, there were 549 home transactions in 2018. Of these, 503 were resales that generated $1800 each. The other 46 were new builds. New builds bring in $23.82 per home. The total revenue from home sales was $841,695.72. Community Manager, Lyn Reitz says the luncheon for all volunteers will be held in the Florida room on February 14. March 5 will be the next shredding date for CA members only. Materials to be shredded should be in boxes or paper bags. The Men’s Club forum on fraud will be held in Community Hall on March 5 as well. FunFest is March 16. New residents should note that orientations are held at 1 p.m. every Wednesday in the CA Administration Building. No appointment is needed. Previous CA President John Luper said, “Our success comes from the hundreds of volunteers who step up.” During this meeting, Luper announced the names of three outstanding volunteers. Brigitt Lewis was thanked for chairing FunFest and taking over the Election Committee at the last minute. Margaret Vaske was recognized for her twelve years of coordinating the Holiday Gift Fund for CA employees. Joanne Baskinger was thanked for her many years as volunteer assistant to the Entertainment Director and her success as President of the Oldies but Goodies Club. Luper also presented outgoing CA Treasurer, Jim Schwartz, with a plaque
John Luper presented (left to right) Brigitt Lewis, Joanne Baskinger and Margaret Vaske with certificates for their volunteer work in Sun City Center.
2019 CA President Sam Sudman accepts the gavel from 2018 CA President John Luper.
and clock in honor of his three years of service to our community including two years as treasurer. Our CA’s new president is Sam Sudman. In the past, Sudman has served as Corporate Secretary and CA Director. His first official act was to thank Luper and his wife, Linda, and to present
2018 CA President, John Luper, was given an engraved clock and his wife, Linda, was presented with flowers
them both with gifts. Sudman says, “I would like to thank everyone who had the confidence to elect me to the board. We will reach out for additional input from you.”