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Quarterly Board Meeting- Ste 14 Bradfordville Crossing Shopping Center @7pm Leon County First Day of School
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Labor Day Board Meeting @7 Deadline for Board Election Nominations Rosh Hashana
2014 Board of Directors (Elected by general membership)
Directors Trina Searcy, President Tom Martineau, Treasurer Joe Barnett, Director Mark Worley, Director
Mark Reichert, Vice President Joanie Trotman, Secretary Dan King, Director
Administrative Staff Nancy C. Johnson Anne Marshall Gregory Durant Erin Murphy
Operations Director, Bookkeeper & Editor Office Manager Field Manager Assistant Editor, Assistant Office Manager
Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. T: 850-668-3231 | F: 850-894-1477 E: Admin@killearnlakeshoa.org 7110 Beech Ridge Trail, Tallahassee FL, 32312 Corporate Records are available upon written request.
Important Phone Numbers
Fire Department & Leon County Sheriff (non-emergency situations only):
606-3300
Talquin Electric (ex: Light out on your street) (Bradfordville office):
893-6853
Outages (24-hour service):
(1-888) 802-1832
www.KillearnLakesHOA.org Leon County Public Roads: If you haven’t already, register your information with our NEW website if you wish to continue to receive resident email alerts from the association office. Directions to do so are directly beside the registration box located on the ‘Contact Us’ page. Thank you!
Cover Photo Contest Photographer:
The photo for this month’s cover of Lakes View Magazine was submitted to us by Michael Hobson. This photo, much like the April cover photo, was deep in a file of photos previously submitted for cover consideration. Did you know that your photography could be showcased on our cover? If you have a photo you would like to submit for consideration, simply send it to admin2@killearnlakeshoa.org. All submitted photos should be at the highest available quality {at least 300dpi}. Entries will be reviewed by the editor and assistant editor. The selected photo will appear on an upcoming issue of the “Lakes View” Magazine. It would be helpful if you could share a personal story along with the photo. Call our office at (850) 668-3231 if you have any additional questions. We look forward to “showcasing” your photo submissions! 2
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CALL BEFORE YOU DIG:
606-1400 (1-800) 432-4770
Animal Control:
606-5400
Leon County Mosquito Control:
606-1400
Waste Pro:
606-1899
Leon County Storm Water Questions::
606-1400
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ugust is here and so are the last minute trips just before the new school year begins. I hope you have had fun during the summer despite the very oppressive heat wave that seemed to start way before the calendar’s first day of summer.
The last Quarterly Member Meeting of the year will be held in suite 14 at the Bannerman Crossing Shopping center, right next to Sweet Blue. The Menendez family, as the newest chosen winners of Lake Friendly Yard, will be presented their sign and a $100 gift certificate from a local nursery. The presentation will be made by Board Director Joe Barnett who for years has spearheaded this recognition award. We will also have maps pertaining to future projects, including the roundabout and the road extension, available at this meeting. An instructor with Killearn Lakes TaeKwonDo has submitted an article to help us learn how to de-stress. With our busy and hectic schedules we can all benefit from a little de-stressing exercise. I for one could use as many tips as possible. After many years your association office for the past few months has undergone a “face-lift”. The conference room, doors and trim of the office have gotten a fresh coat of paint and all the offices have been re-carpeted. New lighting has been added to the entire downstairs of both the office along with the tenants’ side of the building. These expenditure costs were authorized by the board at this year’s budget meeting held in January. Please stop by and see how much fresher everything looks! We are approaching that time of year….Yes, The Annual Board Election. If you would like to nominate someone, or possibly yourself, to serve on the board and make a contribution to the group of volunteers, please do so by September 22nd. Volunteer board members usually meet once a month but your current board required a few more than once a month meetings because of the new Summit
Editor’s Note development off of Kinhega and Bannerman Road. The election materials will be mailed to all eligible members around mid-October and the deadline for counting the votes will be Friday, November 7th at 3pm. The votes will be certified by the Board Secretary at the Annual Meeting to be held the following Saturday, November 8th at 10am. The location of this meeting will be announced at a later date. The Nomination form can be found on our website: www.killearnlakeshoa.org –under “Documents”. Unfortunately at the end of this month we will be saying goodbye to Erin Murphy, who came to us as a temp last September and must have decided she liked it here because she’s stuck around. Erin will be continuing her education, but sadly she has chosen to do it in Atlanta, not here. We wish her all the best as she continues in her life. In the almost year Erin has been with us she has been Anne’s office assistant and I could not do my job as Editor without her. She has played a vital role in keeping each Lakes View issue well organized, fresh and interesting. Good luck Erin! You will be sorely missed. Please enjoy this edition of “Lake View”. If you would like to see any reprints from previous issues or have an idea for a “feature article” please let us know.
Nancy C. Johnson Operations Director, Bookkeeper & Editor
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Bryan's Brief If temperatures are the indicator, summer is definitely here and I’m not looking forward to August and the ongoing heat, ever increasing humidity, mosquitos, love bugs and thunder storms – although we could use the rain. Hope you're all managing to stay cool! There’s a lot to cover this issue - as many of you may already know, I was elected as the second (2nd) Vice President of the National Association of Counties. I will ascend to President of the association in July 2016. The National Association of Counties (NACo) is the only national organization that represents county governments in the United States and they play a vital and constructive role in addressing the challenges communities face nationwide. Please know that although I'm greatly honored to be representing Florida and Leon County on a national level, my first commitment shall always be to Leon County and especially the residents of District IV. Let me assure you I will be accessible to you either by phone, e-mail or mail and our District IV issues will continue to be my highest priority.
The Budget The budget workshops went well! The proposed Fiscal Year 2015 budget of $227 million is a 2.7 percent increase from last year’s budget. Since last year, preliminary property values have grown 4.1 percent. For the first time in seven years, Leon County increased the budget, which is still $57.1 million less than the budget in 2008. This increase allowed us to address the increasing needs of our service departments, etc. while leaving the millage rate at the current 8.3144 mills. The public hearings on the proposed budget will be held September 9th and September 23rd at 6:00 p.m. Hope to see you there or you can phone, e-mail or write me with any suggestions you may have regarding budget proposals.
Sales Tax Extension The Sales Tax Extension will be included on the ballot in November. Included in the proposal are three projects located in District IV: The Northeast Connector Corridor (Bannerman Rd) $36.3 million; Northeast Park $10 million; and Improvements to Market District $9.9. The Sales Tax Initiative may be the only way of funding these projects – at least in the next 20 years. You can access the existing information at www.leoncountyfl.gov/SalesTax and more detailed information on its development by the Leon County Sales Tax Committee and the proposed projects will be available on the County website www.LeonPenny.org mid-August.
Roadway Improvements
August 2014 Developer to construct Phase 1 Bannerman Road Widening Project, which includes the construction of a new roundabout at the new intersection of Bannerman Rd. It is anticipated that the County and developer will enter into another Public-Private Cooperation Agreement that would four-lane Bannerman Road from Thomasville Road to 900 feet west of Quail Commons (“Bannerman Widening Project), this agreement is expected to be presented to the Board of County Commissioners this fall. This would improve .24 miles of the needed 1.5 miles of roadway between Thomasville Road and Tekesta Drive allowing for an additional four-lane section. The developer is constructing (will let the county construct) a by-pass road (free of charge) on their property for drivers to use as the construction goes on. Benefits of the contract include not having to shut down Bannerman road during the construction of the roundabout, which will take only 30 days instead of six months under traffic. For more information and to view the schematic, go to: http://cms.leoncountyfl.gov/coadmin/agenda/view2.asp?meeting_dat e=7/8/2014&item_type=0 and scroll to Agenda Item 30. Construction on the bypass has begun, construction of the roundabout at Beech Ridge and Thomasville Rd and the Beech Ridge Tr extension are the second phase, with the four- laning to be completed as the last phase.
Solid Waste Yard debris seems to be an ongoing issue for some and I wanted to provide information that will hopefully address some of the issues. Yard debris such as grass clippings, leaves and branches are to be serviced by Waste Pro on the same day as your waste and recycling is picked up. Yard debris within specifications requires no notification or request to Waste Pro. They should automatically pick up all piles which are no larger than 6 feet in length, 4 feet in height, by 4 feet in width and limbs 4 inches in diameter. If you have a pile larger than this Waste Pro can still service you. Bulky items such as water heaters, bicycles, grills, etc. are not automatically serviced, but rather require you as the customer to contact Waste Pro and schedule a pickup (606-1899). Waste Pro has up to seven days to pick these items up but has made a commitment to try and remove these large items within as few days as possible. If you notice items sitting for a while don’t hesitate to follow up on the status of your request with Waste Pro. And if you see a neighbor’s bulky pile sitting, possibly they don’t know to call 606-1899 for the pick up.
Stormwater Killearn Lakes Unit 2: The contractor is finishing up minor work on Chickasaw Trail and Folkstone. They will be moving to the last 2 runs on/between Minnow Creek and Broken Bow by the end of next week. The landscaping is being installed on Folkstone next week and we are working on landscape plans for the remaining
Bannerman Road Widening Project At the July 8 Commission meeting, a proposed Public-Private Cooperation Agreement with Summit Holdings was approved and authorizes the
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Meet Your New Maintenance Crew
Gregory Durant (left) and Brian Kendall (right,) owner of Grounds Guys, shake hands after signing the new maintenance contract.
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completed runs and will be installing while the contractor is finishing the last runs. In addition, we have a fence being installed on the island at Bridgewater and Tuscavilla to prevent vehicles from parking on the island and destroying the grass and landscaping, this work is expected to be complete by the end of the first week in August. All work is expected to be completed by the end of September, weather permitting. Killearn Lakes Unit 3: (Southbrook and Unit 3) Southbrook: The attenuation facility between Bull Headly Road and Wildlife Trail is at or near final grade. The contractor still needs to vegetate the area and place the biodegradable matting. The area between Wildlife Trail and Otter Creek has been cleared and grubbed and the gravity sewer lines have been encased in concrete. The contractor is starting to excavate the channel between these two roads. The section of the project between Otter Creek and Chadwick Way is almost cleared and grubbed. The contractor has also installed a filter berm just upstream of the pipes under Chadwick Way. Based on the bid documents and the notice to proceed, the contractor has until early February 2015 to complete the improvements. Unit 3: The proposed work for this portion of the Unit 3 project includes cleaning out underbrush, deadfall and trash, removing sediments that have built up in existing channels and restoring them such that they can provide effective conveyance of stormwater; repairing existing conveyance systems, such as curbs and swales and installing new pipe crossings where necessary. This portion of the project has not started at this time, but is expected to start in the near future. Contacts for 6
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Stormwater Projects are: Chris Bass - Construction Management Inspector 556-4759 Felton Ard - Project Manager 606-1515, ardf@leoncountyfl.gov or Project Manager Kim Wood 606-1545, woodk@leoncountyfl.gov I consider it an honor and a privilege to serve as your District IV Commissioner and I commit to you that I will continue to do the best job I can in representing you and our community. As always, I welcome your input and appreciate all of you who act as my eyes in the District. Please don’t hesitate to call me if you have any questions or concerns, deslogeb@leoncountyfl.gov or 606-5364.
Leon County Board of County Commissioners
Bryan Desloge
Election Time Reminder
AND BEFORE YOU NOMINATE SOMEONE PLEASE CONSIDER THE BELOW COMMENTS AND TIPS FROM VETERAN BOARD MEMBERS... By: Nancy Johnson
“Serving on a volunteer board of directors can be a study in frustration or one of the great pleasures of your life. If you and the organization are not well matched, you may be bored at best and appalled at worst. But when both volunteer board member and organization are in tune with one another the experience can be both personally and professionally rewarding.” (Doreen Pendgracs, veteran board member and author of “Before you Say Yes……….A Guide to the Pleasures and Pitfalls of Volunteer Boards” (Dundrum Press, 2010). What Should You Know Before Saying Yes to Serving on a Board? They may include: • How long is my term? {At KLHOA, your term is for one year. It is up to you to decide if you want to stand for re-election.} • What is the work style of this board? Is it a “working” board? Is it an advisory board? Perhaps it’s a blend of oversight and hands-on. {The KLHOA Board is a working board. The most active committee is the Architectural Control Committee (“ACC”). It meets at the association office most Fridays at 11am.} • Where and when are meetings held? How often does the board meet? How much time will I be expected to devote to board business? {The KLHOA Board meets monthly. Four of the meetings are public and are usually held at the Histori Bradfordville Schoolhouse on Bannerman Road} • Is the organization/ association financially healthy? {The KLHOA is debt-free.} • Is there adequate Directors and Officers (D&O) insurance to protect board members in case of a lawsuit? {KLHOA carries sufficient general liability and directors and officers insurance to ensure that that the organization and the directors are indemnified against risk.} What Are Your Rights as a Board Member? {Your rights as a KLHOA Board member include :} • full disclosure before voting on any issue • a safe and secure environment in which to conduct meetings • the organization engages outside expertise when needed • the organization carries sufficient general liability and directors and officer insurance to ensure that the organization and the directors are indemnified against risk (D&O).
(From Joanne Fritz of About.com Nonprofit Charitable Orgs) Individual members of the board are required to: {Your responsibilities as a KLHOA board member include :} • Attend all board and committee meetings and functions, such as special events. • Stay informed about the organization’s mission, services, policies and programs. • Review agenda and supporting materials prior to board and committee meetings. • Serve on committees and offer to take on special assignments. • Suggest possible nominees to the board who can make significant contributions to the work of the board and to the organization/association. {Board members often start as nonvoting committee members and special event volunteers and eventually run for election to the Board} • Follow conflict of interest and confidentiality policies. • Assist the board in carrying out its fiduciary responsibilities, such as reviewing the organization’s annual financial statements. Killearn Lakes will soon be having its annual election for the Volunteer Board of Directors. At this time there may be vacancies to fill. We would like property owners of Killearn Lakes to know that they are eligible to run and we encourage your participation. If you may be considering a run this election cycle, please contact the HOA office or send us an e-mail at admin@killearnlakeshoa.org. If you are interested, you can obtain nomination forms from our website www.killearnlakeshoa.org under Documents –Board of Director Nomination Form. Please also include a brief “bio” and photo. Forms are due at the KLHOA office on or before September 22nd in order to be placed on the October Ballot. Additional information will be provided in our October issue and on our website and Facebook page.
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Maque Choux By: Erin Murphy
Ingredients 8 ears of corn 4 tablespoons butter or oil or bacon grease 1 onion, finely diced 1/2 cup celery, finely diced 1/2 cup bell pepper, finely diced 2 tomato, finely diced 1 cup heavy cream 2 teaspoon thyme 4 green onions, sliced 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper or to taste salt and pepper to taste
Directions 1. Cut the corn kernels from the cob but only cut into them about 2/3 of the way and set aside. 2. Scrape the remaining 1/3 of the corn kernels off in a large bowl and set aside. 3. Melt the butter in a pan over medium heat. 4. Add the onion, celery and bell pepper and saute until tender, about 10-15 minutes. 5. Add the corn, tomatoes, cream and thyme and simmer until the sauce thickens, about 10-15 minutes. 6. Puree 1/4 of the corn mixture. 7. Mix in the green onions, season with salt, pepper and cayenne to taste.
e McKay Scholarship Helps Kids with Disabilities By: Vic Aderhold
Robyn Rennick, Program Director of Woodland Hall Academy, presented information concerning the McKay Scholarship Program to the Capital City Kiwanis Club at their luncheon meeting on March 19th. The McKay Scholarship provides funding for students with disabilities to attend either a public school not in their zone or a participating private school. It was established by the Florida legislature with the recognition that parents with children with disabilities need to have more than one option for their children. “No one school can provide all of the programs that are needed by children with many different disabilities.” Rennick stated. Woodland Hall Academy, a not for profit school for children with dyslexia, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders, and related language/learning disabilities such as Aspergers, is a participating McKay Scholarship School. “Our entire curriculum is designed to
meet the needs of learners who require more intensive, individualized instruction. Obviously, it costs to provide this type of instruction and the McKay Scholarship has assisted families in being able to access these services.” To be eligible for the McKay Scholarship a student has to have been enrolled in a public school in the previous year and have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or a 504 Plan. Parents register on-line at www.floridaschoolchoice.org for the scholarship. When they receive their letter of eligibility, they may enroll in the school of their choice. Scholarships range from $3900 to $17,000. More information concerning the McKay Scholarship may be obtained from www.floridaschoolchoice.org. Information concerning Woodland Hall Academy may be obtained by calling Robyn Rennick at (850) 893-2216.
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S
enior’sspot By Lisa Cozzocrea
When you hear the term “in-home care services” what do you think it means? After having the chance to meet over 500 seniors at a recent Active Living Expo, hosted by the Tallahassee Senior Center, I was inclined to make sure that everyone in our community has a true understanding of the term, and have the resources to reach out to us in case you or your loved one should ever need our services. I think one of the saddest things I hear is "I wish I knew Comfort Keepers was out there when my parents needed the extra care". At Comfort Keepers, we provide in-home care that makes a difference in the lives of seniors and other adults. In-home care provides an excellent option for individuals who wish to remain in the comfort of their own homes. In-home care services are provided on a permanent or as-needed basis. For over a decade, Comfort Keepers has helped seniors and other adults live independent lives at home. Comfort Keepers has earned its reputation as a top provider of in-home care for people who desire to stay in the comfort and safety of their own homes. Interactive care giving is the unique way
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Comfort Keepers delivers care to our clients. It centers on four interrelated aspects: engagement of the mind, an active body, proper nutrition and safety. A plan of care which addresses these aspects together will enhance the quality of life and, ultimately, independence. *The Heart and Science behind Interactive Care Giving* Study after study shows that active and mentally stimulated seniors enjoy a better quality of life and physical wellbeing. Transforming daily activities into interactive activities helps keep people strong, improve their health and outlook on life, and reduce the risks for injury, depression, and symptoms of dementia. When you choose Comfort Keepers you can expect to receive the right care for every client. Whether your need is Personal Care, Companionship or Home Safety Technology, Comfort Keepers can provide a range of services which can be customized to fit each individual’s needs.
Residential and Vehicle Security Tips http://www.talgov.com/tpd/tpd-tips-residential-tips.aspx http://www.talgov.com/tpd/tpd-tips-vehicle.aspx
Residential- TPD asks you to remember to • Make sure all exterior doors and windows are properly closed and locked when you leave. Many burglaries occur because people do not fully close the door. Most burglaries are a crime of opportunity! An unlocked or opened door or window can easily provide this opportunity. Garage doors should also be closed and locked. • Stop your mail and paper or have a trusted neighbor collect them for you. • Make sure interior lights and electronics are on timers. This will give your home the appearance of being occupied. Exterior lighting can usually be equipped with a photocell that will activate lighting automatically. • Park your vehicle in a well-lighted area. Valuables left in plain view only entice burglars. Remove all items from the vehicle (CD's, backpacks, cell phones, purses, currency). • Have someone you know check on your vehicle and home. Leave emergency contact information with someone you trust. If you live in an apartment, contact your apartment manager or leasing agent to let them know you are leaving town. Let them know how to contact you in case of an emergency. • Contact the police department and request an Extra Protection for your address.
Vehicle Remove visible items from your vehicle - If you leave items visible in your car, you are a target. Be aware that someone may be watching as you put a wallet, purse, or cell phone under your seat, especially at a gym. Take these with you or secure them in your trunk. • Lock Up! Lock your vehicle and take your keys, even for quick errands. Lock the trunk, hatchback or tailgate to block access into the vehicle. Close all windows, including vent or wing windows and sunroofs. • Vehicle alarms - Buy an alarm and use it! Many people believe that alarms no longer make a difference, however, they do remain an effective deterrent to a burglar. Remember criminals are looking for the easy target. • Vehicle Registration - Black out the address on your registration and photocopy it. Keep the copy, not the original, in your car. You must have the registration available to present to a police officer upon request. • Do not attach personal information to your keys - If your keys are stolen, having your personal information or vehicle license number attached only compounds the problem. A criminal now may have access to your home, automobile or office. • Park Safely! At home, park in your garage if you have one. Lock your car and all garage doors. Park in a well-lit area. Check to see that your vehicle is visible from pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Simply ... Lock Before You Leave!
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Seven Oaks 4th of July Parade By: Barbra Crumpacker
Residents of Seven Oaks and the surrounding Killearn Lakes area gathered for the kickoff of the 21st Annual July 4th Parade and Celebration at the home of Richard and Edie Boyd. After being led in the Pledge of Allegiance by Will Crumpacker, Sam Perrier and Colin Davis neighbors marched around the Copperfield Circle on decked out bikes, wagons, golf carts, and strollers or just on our good ole feet. The Bradfordville Volunteer Fire Department kicked off our parade this year as they have for most of the past 21 celebrations. We thank our volunteer firefighters, Kevin Spear, Baker Wright and Nanette Schimpf for coming out to make our day. The firefighters and fire truck are always the highlight of this event! We also thank our new volunteer fire chief, Sean Ruane for keeping this tradition alive. Young Uncle Sam, Jack Estep, and Little Miss Firecracker, Lily Marks, showcased their best parade waves while riding in the patriotic golf cart decorated and driven by the Mahoney family. Halfway around the trek, parade goers quenched their thirst with ice cold distributed by John and Ofie Sivyer. Epiphany Lutheran Church picked up the rear with their bus in case anyone got pooped. We also appreciate the use of their sound system. Back at the parade grounds, participants enjoyed hot dogs grilled to perfection by Mr. Young Shin and donated by our neighbors at Publix. The consensus was that these were the best hot dogs ever. Mr. Shin makes sure everyone gets a dog hot off the fire with grilled buns to boot. We thank Bradfordville Shell for donating ice, Nicholas and Linda Brooks for bottled water and all the neighbors that joined together and provided drinks, chips and desserts.
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We are especially grateful to Richard and Edie Boyd for carrying on the tradition of allowing us to gather at their house to start and finish the parade - as they have for so many of the past 21 years. The Boyd’s were original members of the committee that got this tradition started and they continue to participate with the generous sharing of their home, grill and time! Thanks also goes out to Angel and Woody Estep, Alison and Tim Denny, Kathi Estep and Tim, Carol and Juliette Perrier for setting up, taking down and jumping in for all the in-between steps that it takes to pull this event together. Bob Fink has provided the color copies for years and even though he and his wife have moved out of the “hood” he continues to donate these for us. We appreciate his continued willingness to share his gifts with us. This parade has seen all kinds of weather. Some years the skies opened up with a pelting downpour that left us drenched. Last year the clouds were looming but allowed us to finish the festivities. This year was truly an unbelievable July day in Tallahassee. The day was beautiful in the shade but perfect in the sun for the Bradfordville firefighters to cool us off with a water shower. It was another year of visiting, catching up and celebrating our country and neighbors. Please look for information about next year’s parade on the Killearn Lakes Homeowners Association website and the Seven Oaks Parade Facebook group. And please know that all help is appreciated, so anyone interested in assisting in even the smallest way next year please contact Barbra Crumpacker at rd@gonutritious.com.
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Master Builder Best Practices Presents:
Beer Living Design (BLD) By: Mark Worley
Building for Your Future with Better Living Design (BLD) Life expectancy in the US is nearing 80 years old, and the number of Americans over 65 now exceeds 40 million. These facts alone push forward a growing trend in home construction that accommodates people of various sizes and ability levels. Design professionals, builders, and homeowners looking for ideas to maximize accessibility in homes can look at three approaches: 1) Accessible Design, 2) Universal Design and 3) Aging-In-Place Design. There’s a lot of overlap among them, and while some people speak about them interchangeably, each has its own thoughtful foundation that has led to a unique approach to designing, building, and remodeling. Let’s explore what is best for you and your family. Accessible Design: Ensuring access for disabled persons Americans are probably most familiar with accessible design. Since its passage in 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has been mandatory for public buildings and for private buildings that are open to the public—but not for privately owned, single-family houses. Nevertheless, “ADA compliant” is sometimes used to describe houses built with the sort of accessibility features common to buildings required to follow ADA requirements. The ADA is focused on people with physical disabilities— making accommodations so they aren’t prevented from accessing buildings and spaces because of a physical disability. It has been crucial in ensuring access for people with disabilities to places such as schools, museums, office buildings, and swimming pools. Because the ADA is built around enforceable requirements, compliance can be measured. This can lead, however, to designs that meet the requirements but detract from a building’s aesthetics. Universal Design: Access meets aesthetics Universal design starts from a position of inclusion by not just focusing on people with the most common physical disabilities, but by focusing on everyone. In doing so, universal design accommodates people who don’t fall into the category of disabled but who nevertheless often face challenges in navigating buildings and spaces, such as children, short people, tall people, pregnant women, and the elderly. Universal design attempts to incorporate accessibility features into a house in an aesthetically pleasing way. Well-planned universal design creates homes that are aesthetically pleasing while functional for all. Whereas a ramp alongside a set of entry stairs might make a house accessible to disabled persons, a house built according to universal-design principles would have a step-free entrance designed from the beginning to be accessible to everyone—not just a person in a wheelchair but also a person pushing a stroller or pulling a suitcase on wheels. 16
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No design can foresee every disability or complication, but if a resident of a universal-design home becomes disabled, the home will not suddenly become impossible to navigate. If that person needs grab bars or a stair lift, the blocking is already in place for installation. If an elevator is needed, stacked closets provide the perfect location. Aging-in-Place Design: Helping you stay at home While aging-in-place design is easily incorporated into new construction, it is most often employed when homeowners want to ensure that they can stay in their present home as long as possible. This is usually preferable to moving into an independent living facility, and it is much more cost effective. Many of the most common features of an aging-in-place remodel will include, wider doorways, lever handles on doors and faucets, curb less showers—which can also be found in homes built in accordance with universal-design principles. Agingin-place design, though, most often is focused more narrowly on preparing a specific home to be accessible to its current residents as they age. Every day, 10,000 boomers reach the age of 65 and it’s going to continue at that rate until 2030. With this much of the population seeking living environments that work in their favor, we can expect to see the Better Living Design (BLD) movement gaining momentum every year.
Who Should You Call If… •
You are having problems with trash-pick up? Waste-Pro 850-606-1899
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Your neighbor is burning leaves in an unsafe manner? Leon County Fire Department- 850-891-4310
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Your neighbor is playing their music too loud? Leon County Sheriff ’s Office- 850-922-3300
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There is a street light out, or there are problems with your electricity or water? Talquin- 850-893-6853
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There is a pot hole in the street, a downed tree, problems with the sidewalk, or a dead animal on the side of the road? Leon County Public Works- 850-606-1400
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You are having problems with your neighbors dog barking? Leon County Animal Control- 850-606-5400 or Leon County Sheriff Department- 850-922-3300
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Your house is on fire or your life is in danger? 911
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You have problems with flooding in your yard or on your street? Leon County Public Works- 850-606-1400
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You have a mosquito problem? Leon County Public Works- 850-606-1400
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Get in Gear for the New Schl Year: Back-to-Schl Tips for Parents http://www.ed.gov/blog/2013/08/get-in-gear-for-the-new-school-year-back-to-school-tips-for-parents/
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It’s almost that time of year again. Yes, in a few weeks school will qualifies for any Child Nutrition Programs, like the National School be back in session. Is your child ready to succeed? Are you ready to Lunch Program. Learn more at: http://www.usa.gov/Topics/Back-tohelp? School.shtml It’s a fact: Parents who play an active role in their children’s • Take your child to the doctor, and make sure your child education make a huge difference in their success. Here are some has health insurance coverage. It’s a good idea to take your child in things you can do to help your child prepare for the upcoming school for a physical and an eye exam before school starts. Most schools year: require up-to-date immunizations, and you may be asked to provide • Get the children to bed on time. During the summer, paperwork showing that your child has all the necessary shots and children aren’t always on a schedule. But, proper rest is essential for vaccines. So, check your state’s immunization requirements. And, a healthy and productive school year. Help your child get used to the always keep your own copies of any medical records. What’s more, back-to-school routine: start the transition now to earlier wake-up you can explore and choose the most affordable health insurance times and bedtimes. For more information, options, including free and low-cost coverage for those who quality visit:http://www.ed.gov/parents/countdown-success for the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Find more • Communicate with teachers and the school. Contact your student health resources at:http://www.usa.gov/Topics/Back-tochild’s teachers at the School.shtml start of the school • Prepare a study year. Get acquainted area. Set up a special place It’s a fact: Parents who play an active with them and let at home to do school them know you want work and homework. role in their children’s education to be an active partner Remove distractions. make a huge difference in their in helping your Make it clear that student to learn and education is a top priority success. grow. Plan to keep in your family: show track of your child’s interest and praise your subjects, homework, child’s work. activities and progress throughout the school year. And, consider • Read Together. Take the pledge to read with your child for serving on your local PTA or joining other parent groups that engage 20 minutes every day. Your example reinforces the importance of with and support your child’s school. For additional ideas, go literacy, and reading lets you and your child explore new worlds of to:http://www2.ed.gov/parents/academic/help/succeed/succeed.pdf fun and adventure together. • Provide for healthy meals. Hungry kids can’t concentrate on learning, so good nutrition plays an important role in your child’s Diondra Hicks is a student at Georgetown University and an intern in school performance. Studies show that children who eat healthy, ED’s Office of Communications and Outreach. . balanced breakfasts and lunches do better in school. Fix nutritious meals at home, and, if you need extra help, find out if your family
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New EPA rule impact on Florida By: Kim Gay
As we mentioned in last month’s edition of The Current, a new Furthermore, the EPA recommends a reduction in coal production to approximately 2% and an increase in natural gas rule created by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to regulate carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions has been proposed that production to approximately 85% by the year 2020 in Florida. could affect Talquin’s electric rates and impact our Members, so we Clearly this rule does not demonstrate an “all of the above” energy want to keep you informed. This proposed EPA rule could threaten strategy for our state. Following the guidelines in the EPA’s rule to develop a plan for our the use of coal as a reliable, affordable fuel state will result in an source for electricity extreme overdependence on natural generation despite the So, not only has the EPA put a heavier gas as a fuel source. So, fact that we provide burden on Florida, they also want us not only has the EPA power from one of the put a heavier burden on top ten cleanest coal to be in a vulnerable position with plants in the world. Florida, they also want our fuel source. The cost of generation us to be in a vulnerable is a significant portion position with our fuel source. of our rates, so we could see an impact to our monthly electric bills if this proposed rule We want to assure you that we are continuing to work on a determination of the precise impact this rule could have on our rates. is implemented. We promise to continue providing you with information on this issue The proposed rule regulates emissions by providing each state with its own goal. The EPA has touted that emissions of CO2 from as we learn more about the true impact to our Members. U.S. plants in 2030 will be reduced by 30% from 2005 levels. However, they do not acknowledge using a benchmark, and all of the data used for the rule come from 2012 emissions data. The EPA developed a national standard for each state to use in reaching the new goals. They then applied the same assumptions to each state individually. They did not consider each state’s individual limitations. The EPA left the difficult task of working through the problems related to their assumptions for each state to figure out on their own. However, each state must achieve its goal regardless of the real life challenges related to the opinions of the EPA. Our analysis of the goals for each state and how Florida compares to the group provide the following: • Florida’s 2030 emission rate goal is set at a level 25% more stringent than the state average o 36 states will be allowed to have a higher 2020 emission rate than Florida o 35 states will be allowed to have a higher 2030 emission rate than Florida • Despite the EPA’s claim that emissions will be reduced by 30% from 2005 levels, Florida’s reduction requirement is 56.5% of 2005 levels and 38.3% of 2012 levels o The average reduction for all 50 states is 25.5% from 2005 and 31.4% from 2012 • Florida will be expected to reduce emissions by 29.1% from 2012 levels by the year 2020 o The average reduction for all 50 states is 20.9% from 2012 levels by the year 2020 Based on this information, it appears that the EPA has tasked our state with carrying far more than its weight in the battle against emissions. 20 Lakes View / Issue 66 / August 2014
Buy American (Groundcovers) By: Jim Cichon
There are over 1300 exotic plant species that have been identified in Florida. Of these 130 species are considered to be an exotic invasive plant. To be considered as an exotic invasive plant, the plant must be from somewhere besides Florida/United States and established in the environment where it outcompetes and kills native species. In 2005, the State of Florida spent 80 million dollars to remove exotic invasive plants. This is a large amount of money for something that is preventable and can be used for some other purpose during these difficult economic times. In our “Buy American” series, The Bad we will be focusing on the exotic invasive plants that are prevalent in our community and the alternative native species that should be used. This exotic fern is well established in the Killearn Lakes community and is used as a ground cover in shady areas. Once Erect or Tuberous established, the plant will form dense Sword Fern colonies and crowd out any native vegetation. It has no natural enemies and will quickly move from the yard into a greenspace. Controlling this plant is extremely difficult. The Tuberous Sword Fern has tubers (a small ball the size of a grape) that grow from the roots. If the tubers are not removed this plant will reestablish itself. The main reason this plant gets established is because of its resemblance to the native Sword Ferns. In fact, it is so similar it is often sold under the common name Boston Fern (which is a native species). Identification: Tuberous Sword Fern has overlapping leaves and small grape-like tubers. Native Sword Ferns leaves do not overlap and they have no tubers. Removal: Remove entire plant, tubers and all. Herbicides may work, but the tuber may reestablish the colony. Golden Ragwort (Senecio) is a ground cover with broad rounded leaves. For most of the year this plant is a low growing evergreen ground cover, but in January it sends up a tall stalk of yellow flowers. It’s an important food source for native pollinators and is maintenance free once established. Senecio will grow in moist to wet sites in shade or part sun.
Christmas fern is one of the native Sword Ferns. It grows in the same habitat as the Tuberous Sword Fern but does not form dense colonies. Native Sword Ferns do not have overlapping leaves or tubers.
Christmas Fern
Wandering Jew is an herbaceous plant that is mainly sold as a house plant and is extremely difficult to remove once established in the wild. Identification: Multibranching succulent herb with shiny green leaves. Small white flowers form at the stem tip. Removal: Hand removal is possible for small areas, but this plant will reestablish quickly if every part of the plant is not confiscated.
The Good
The Good
Partridge Berry
Senecio
White-flowered Wandering Jew has the same growing habits as the Tuberous Sword Fern. It forms dense colonies that outcompete native plants and can reestablish from a stem, leaf or root. The
The Bad
White-flowered Wandering Jew
Partridge Berry is a common groundcover in our community and is easily destroyed by the two invaders listed in this article. This plant is rather diminutive in size but makes a nice groundcover in shady areas. Its dark green foliage and bright colored fruit add a nice touch to the natural setting. Partridge Berry will bloom (small white flower) in the spring and fall and will follow it up with a bright red fruit. This fruit is eaten by ground foraging birds and small mammals.
So buy American and kick out the invaders. The animals will thank you and so will your neighbors. In our next addition of “Buy American” we will preview the vine invaders.
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Breathing and Stretching: two simple ways to manage stress By: Michelle Harrison
Stress creeps into our lives in many ways: from our jobs (or lack thereof ), relationships, health concerns and money issues. How we manage it, however, can make the difference in how it affects our health. You may not know this, but you have two proven stress relievers at your fingertips that you can do to start feeling better right now - breathing and stretching. Stress is normal. It is actually an essential part of our lives. It can be very useful as it helps us meet deadlines, allows us to be more creative with ideas and problem solving, and makes us more resourceful. But, too much stress, too often, or for too long can be harmful to the body. It begins to show the effects of stress through headaches, insomnia, tension, depression, backaches or stomach aches. Don't despair. You can reduce stress and calm your mind easily by incorporating breathing and stretching into your daily routine. Both techniques are part of the ancient discipline of yoga, a mindbody practice that teaches us how to slow down for a moment and tune into the breath.
Just Breathe For thousands of years, yoga practitioners have used breathing techniques called pranayama as a way of affecting the mind and the body. Practice this easy breathing technique regularly to help ease your stress. What it is: Breathing that involves expanding the belly, which gives the lungs room to take in more oxygen. How it can help: A simple, but effective technique for easing stress and anxiety. How to do it: 1. Find a comfortable position on your back with your knees bent. Place one hand on your belly, just below your rib cage, and the other hand on your upper chest. 2. Begin slowly inhaling through your nose, allowing your stomach to expand. Your lower hand should raise higher than the one on your chest. Breathe in for a count of four. 3. Hold your breath for about 2 counts. 3. Part your lips slightly and slowly exhale through your mouth, making a quiet whooshing sound, for a count of six to eight. 4. Repeat for several rounds. It may help to visualize breathing in peace and calm; breathing out tension and stress. Start out with just a few minutes of breathing and build to 10 minutes.
Stretch It Out
thighs, hips, and can help relieve stress, fatigue and mild depression. Stand tall and inhale through the nose. As you exhale through the nose, begin hinging at the hips as you fold forward. Slightly bend the knees and rest your ribcage on your thighs. Hold on to opposite elbows and just hang for 5 to 10 long breaths. Child's Pose - This calming pose is a resting posture that helps quiet your mind, easing stress and anxiety while gently stretching the back, hips thighs, knees and ankles. From kneeling on your hands and knees, bring your big toes together as you slowly lower your bottom towards your heels. As your torso folds over your thighs, rest your forehead on the floor or on your folded arms. If needed, spread your knees apart to make room for the body. Breathe slowly into the belly and lower back. If you are interested in learning more about how you can benefit from yoga, consider taking a lesson to learn proper form from a trained instructor. There are many places in Tallahassee that offer classes. Michelle Harrison is an endurance athlete and registered yoga teacher who teaches yoga classes and private lessons, including Children's Yoga and Yoga for Athletes. To connect with Michelle, call her at Killearn Lakes Taekwondo (850.668.0469), find her on the web (www.killearnlakestkd.com), or on Facebook at "Yoga With Michelle."
Belly (Abdominal) Breathing
Standing Forward Bend
Child's Pose
There are many yoga poses that help you relax, release tension and promote restfulness while stretching the body. Here are two easy poses you can do right now, no matter what your flexibility is: Standing Forward Bend - This posture stretches the hamstrings, Child's Pose 22 Lakes View / Issue 66 / August 2014
OF KILLEARN LAKES KLHOA is offering rewards up to $2,000.00 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of person or persons committing acts of vandalism and property damage within Killearn Lakes. The Board does not take this lightly as we are spending at least $12,000 to $15,000 of your dues money each year correcting vandalism and property damage incidents. Be sure to register as a member at www.killearnlakeshoa.org 23
Field Manager Reminder:
SO, YOU WANT TO TAKE DOWN TREES ON YOUR PROPERTY? By: Gregory Durant Tree removal in the communities of Killearn Lakes is always a topic that brings out the best and the worst in our members. The beautiful natural environment that we all enjoy is one of the features that make Killearn Lakes a wonderful place to live. But let’s face it, sometimes there are legitimate reasons for the removal of trees. The bottom line in Killearn Lakes is that trees may not be removed without prior approval of the association. The Board of Directors has established a policy for the approval of tree removal. Please note the following: • Contact the Association Office at (850) 668-3231 to request approval of tree removal. If you reach the voice mail, please leave a message. Include your name, address and a contact number. State the location, type and number of trees you are interested in removing. • Mark the tree or trees in question in some way either with orange survey tape or some type of ribbon. Some residents
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prefer to place a spot of orange paint on the tree. • I will contact you and arrange to inspect the trees and respond to your request. Some guidelines for you to keep in mind regarding tree removal are the condition of the tree, location and size. Trees that are dead or dying may be removed, upon approval as well as trees that are located within ten (10) feet of your home. Very small trees may also be approved for removal. The goal of the approval process is to prevent clear cutting of properties. If you have concerns regarding the condition of certain trees, Stanton Rosenthal is an Agent of the Leon County Extension office and can be reached at 487-3004. Mr. Rosenthal can provide valuable information on the health of your trees, at no charge to the homeowner. So, before you decide to remove any trees please remember to follow the appropriate process. Your Association is prepared to enforce very expensive replanting plans for those who decide they want to over clear their property. Please ask for permission rather than forgiveness.
Parents:
Bully Prevention By: Brad Fantle
Parents, with school back in session next month, it is time to mentally prepare yourself for all the challenges that go along with “Back to School.” Although hours of homework and long pick-up lines might be a concern, I am talking about bullying. It seems one of the biggest topics discussed among children 616 years of age is bullying and its effects. In fact 1 out of 3 students admit they have been bullied at school and only 20 – 30% of them actually report the incident. This article is part 1 of a two part series to help parents deal with this crisis at school and at home. Please remember that there is no guarantee that these tips will work for you, but they have been tested over the last 18 years of teaching children and working with parents in my martial arts academy. 1.
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Recognize the signs something might be going on. Has your child’s personality changed suddenly? Are they more irritable then normal, short fused, more emotional? Have they been acting differently toward their siblings? The signs are there, you just have to look, be aware and do not make excuses for their change in behavior; there is always a reason for such changes. If you suspect your child is being bullied, have a private sit down conversation with him/her. Ask if anything is wrong. Help them a little with their answers if they are trying to say something, but don’t put words in their mouth. Children do not want to admit they are being bullied. It is embarrassing and a sign of weakness in their minds. Be sensitive patient, and a good listener. Using the old school approach, such as telling them to march right up to the other child and set them straight, does not work in today’s society. It does not matter what worked 25 years ago, everything is different now, including our children and how they react. If your child admits they are being bullied, don’t go into the school, guns blazing and demanding answers and action. Stay calm. Set-up a meeting with the proper teachers, counselors and principal, if needed and see what the plan of action will be. If you go into the school angry and full of demands no one will want to help you and your child now or down the road. If the problem persists then more action might be needed.
These tips should help you stay proactive for the new school year. I would also recommend a before school talk to address issues before they come up. This talk might include: what to do if you are being bullied. Your teacher is there to be a good listener. If you would like to attend a FREE Bully Prevention seminar August 22nd or 23rd you may contact Brad Fantle at tallytkd@gmail.com. The seminar is free of charge but space is limited. Be sure to register as a member at www.killearnlakeshoa.org 25
Historical Trivia
Did you know the saying "God willing and the Creek don't rise" was in reference to the Creek Indians and not a body of water? It was written by Benjamin Hawkins in the late 18th century. He was a politician and Indian diplomat. While in the south, Hawkins was requested by the President of the U.S. to return to Washington. In his response, he was said to write, "God willing and the Creek don't rise." Because he capitalized the word "Creek" it is deduced that he was referring to the Creek Indian tribe and not a body of water. In George Washington's days, there were no cameras. One's image was either sculpted or painted. Some paintings of George Washington showed him standing behind a desk with one arm behind his back while others showed both legs and both arms. Prices charged by painters were not based on how many people were to be painted, but by how many limbs were to be painted. Arms and legs are 'limbs,' therefore painting them would cost the buyer more. Hence the expression, 'Okay, but it'll cost you an arm and a leg.' (Artists know hands and arms are more difficult to paint)
As incredible as it sounds, men and women took baths only twice a year (May and October) Women kept their hair covered, while men shaved their heads (because of lice and bugs) and wore wigs. Wealthy men could afford good wigs made from wool. They couldn't wash the wigs, so to clean them they would carve out a loaf of bread, put the wig in the shell, and bake it for 30 minutes. The heat would make the wig big and fluffy, hence the term 'big wig... ' Today we often use the term 'here comes the Big Wig' because someone appears to be or is powerful and wealthy. In the late 1700's, many houses consisted of a large room with only one chair. Commonly, a long wide board folded down from the wall, and was used for dining. The 'head of the household' always sat in the chair while everyone else ate sitting on the floor. Occasionally a guest, who was usually a man, would be invited to sit in this chair during a meal.. To sit in the chair meant you were important and in charge. They called the one sitting in the chair the 'chair man.' Today in business, we use the expression or title 'Chairman' or 'Chairman of the Board.' Personal hygiene left much room for improvemen.. As a result, many women and men had developed acne scars by adulthood. The women would spread bee's wax over their facial skin to smooth out their complexions. When they were speaking to each other, if a woman began to stare at another woman's face she was told, 'mind your own bee's wax.' Should the woman smile, the wax would crack, hence the term 'crack a smile'. In addition, when they sat too close to the fire, the wax would melt... Therefore, the expression 'losing face.'
Common entertainment included playing cards. However, there was a tax levied when purchasing playing cards but only applicable to the 'Ace of Spades...' To avoid paying the tax, people would purchase 51 cards instead. Yet, since most games require 52 cards, these people were thought to be stupid or dumb because they weren't 'playing with a full deck.'
Early politicians required feedback from the public to determine what the people considered important. Since there were no telephones, TV's or radios, the politicians sent their assistants to local taverns, pubs, and bars. They were told to 'go sip some Ale and listen to people's conversations and political concerns. Many assistants were dispatched at different times. 'You go sip here' and 'You go sip there.' The two words 'go sip' were eventually combined when referring to the local opinion and, thus we have the term 'gossip.' At local taverns, pubs, and bars, people drank from pint and quart-sized containers. A bar maid's job was to keep an eye on the customers and keep the drinks coming. She had to pay close attention and remember who was drinking in 'pints' and who was drinking in 'quarts,' hence the phrase 'minding your 'P's and Q's'. One more: bet you didn't know this! In the heyday of sailing ships, all war ships and many freighters carried iron cannons. Those cannons fired round iron cannon balls. It was necessary to keep a good supply near the cannon. However, how to prevent them from rolling about the deck? The best storage method devised was a square-based pyramid with one ball on top, resting on four resting on nine, which rested on sixteen. Thus, a supply of 30 cannon balls could be stacked in a small area right next to the cannon. There was only one problem....how to prevent the bottom layer from sliding or rolling from under the others. The solution was a metal plate called a 'Monkey' with 16 round indentations. However, if this plate were made of iron, the iron balls would quickly rust to it. The solution to the rusting problem was to make 'Brass Monkeys.' Few landlubbers realize that brass contracts much more and much faster than iron when chilled.. Consequently, when the temperature dropped too far, the brass indentations would shrink so much that the iron cannonballs would come right off the monkey; Thus, it was quite literally, 'Cold enough to freeze the balls off a brass monkey.' (All this time, you thought that was an improper expression, didn't you.) If you don't send this fabulous bit of historic knowledge to any and all your unsuspecting friends, your hard drive will kill your mouse. (http://idioms.thefreedictionary.com/pack+a+wallop)
Ladies wore corsets, which would lace up in the front. A proper and dignified woman, as in 'straight laced' wore a tightly tied lace. 26 Lakes View / Issue 66 / August 2014
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