Lakes View 69 - February 2015 by Tim Scott

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February 11 14 18

Quarterly Open Members Meeting* Bradfordville Community Center@ 7 PM Valentine’s Day Ash Wednesday

March 8 “The Killearn Lakes ‘Lakes View’ Magazine is not partnered or affiliated with any other publications. KLHOA Board and Staff request you please support the advertisers who support your neighborhood.”

2015 Board of Directors (Elected by general membership)

Directors Trina Searcy, President Tom Martineau, Treasurer Joe Barnett, Director Gary Phillips, Director

Mark Reichert, Vice President Joanie Trotman, Secretary Dan King, Director

Administrative Staff Nancy C. Johnson Anne Marshall Gregory Durant Sharon Malloy

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.

12 17 20 29

Daylight Savings Time Begins (set your clocks forward 1 hour ) Board of Directors Meeting-Association Office@-7pm St Patrick’s Day Spring Begins Palm Sunday

*The Bradfordville Community Center has a temporary meetings location: Located in “Bannerman Crossings” @6668-14 Thomasville Road

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

www.KillearnLakesHOA.org

Outages (24-hour service):

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!

Leon County Public Roads:

Cover Photo Contest Photographer:

Our February cover photo was chosen from a file that is full of saved photos from our residents. Generally we are able to find the origins of our cover photos, but this photo was sent in 2010 and we were unable to find any information on the photographer. If this is your photo please let us know! 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:

(1-888) 802-1832 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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Many people will walk in and out of your life But only true friends will leave footprints on your heart.

Editor’s Note 2015

is off to a running start here at the association office. I would like to thank those of you who took the time to participate in the informal survey on the back of your dues invoice. The purpose of this survey was merely to get a pulse, or sense of the community. We do not usually have a huge turnout for our quarterly open meetings and as we embark on a new year I thought it might be the perfect time to find out how your association is doing. A compilation of this informal survey will be included in our April edition, with further comments from your board. Our February Quarterly Open Members Meeting will be held Wednesday, February 11th at 7 pm. Until the Bradfordville school house is relocated to its permanent home, our meetings will be held at the Bradfordville Community Center’s temporary location in Bannerman Crossings (6668-14 Thomasville Road). You will find it next door to “Sweet Blue” boutique. The latest winner of the Lake Friendly Yard, Hannon Construction, will be presented the yard sign and a $100 gift certificate from a local nursery. Meeting notice signs will be placed in the community prior to the quarterly meeting. A new commercial development will be breaking ground this year, sometime in late summer or early fall. The”Villas of Killearn Lakes”, a new concept in assisted living, will be built on the vacant lots located in the Killearn Plaza. The developers, Innovative Senior Living of Florida, LLC, have generously provided us a “sneak peek” of this new facility via our website at www.killearnlakeshoa.org. I encourage you to take a look and see for yourself why the board and we at the association office are so enthusiastic the owners have chosen our neighborhood for this assisted living residence. The concept originated in Arizona, and since then has branched out to include our community. Please check out page 6 for a preview and introduction to the“Villas of Killearn Lakes”. A new feature beginning with this issue will be “Trina’s TidBits” by Trina Searcy, KLHOA President. Be sure to read her article on page 13. Tom Martineau, KLHOA Treasurer, has prepared his annual report on how we spent your dues money this past year. Don’t miss his in-depth reporting on pages 16 and 17. Finally, we at “Lakes View” would like to extend a warm “Thank You” to all of our advertisers, who make this magazine possible. Please support our advertisers whenever you can. Until next time,

Nancy C. Johnson Operations Director, Bookkeeper & Editor

Be sure to register as a member at www.killearnlakeshoa.org

Bryan's Brief Happy New Year to all! Hope the holidays were all you hoped for and the New Year brings peace, prosperity and good health to all. We still need veterans of World War II and the Korean War to sign up for the “Honor Flight”. The trip is free to all World War II and Korean War veterans and it was developed to provide our veterans the opportunity to visit our war memorial sites in D.C. The next flight is scheduled for May 2, 2015, leaving early that morning and returning that same night. We have doctors and EMT’s on board and will care for every need of any veterans who make this trip. If you know of any one who has not joined us for this great program, I encourage you to help them complete the application and maybe you will consider signing up to join them as their guardian. I’ve applied to participate as a guardian on the May flight and I’m still working on my Dad hoping he’ll join me. For more information on the process, go to http://honorflighttallahassee.org/ and click on Applications. They are also seeking donations to help fund the flight. They’re about half way to their goal. Please consider giving to this very worthwhile program. Information on how you can contribute can be found at the same web site. Legislative Update - The County has hosted Community Legislative Dialogue meetings for the past four years. These meetings have been highly beneficial, as we engaged our community and regional partners in identifying shared legislative priorities and interests. By working together on our shared legislative interests, we have more readily ensured that our mutual efforts support our community and regional concerns. There will be many complex issues to be considered in the upcoming Legislative Session it’s to our benefit that local governments, educational institutions, medical and business institutions, etc. work together to lobby for legislative priorities that will continue to have a positive effect on regional initiatives. The first meeting is scheduled Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at 7:30 a.m. in the County Commission chambers located on the fifth floor of the Leon County Courthouse. A second meeting will be held in the middle of the legislative session on Thursday: April 2, 2015 at 7:30 a.m. and a last meeting at the end of the session on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at 7:30 a.m. The public is invited to join us. Sales Tax Initiative Update - In April 2014 the Intergovernmental Agency (IA) approved a list of projects to be completed under the Blueprint 2020 program. The projects ranged from gateway, community enhancement, connectivity and regional mobility. In November of 2014 voters approved a referendum to extend the sales tax that will pay for these projects. It’s anticipated that the IA will begin the prioritization process of the projects in 2015. The process will once again provide for public input on the various projects. As you can tell, this will be a timely process, where much input will be solicited to identify the projects that should be considered a priority based upon need and to better enhance our community. 4

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February 2015 DISTRICT IV UPDATE The Bannerman Bypass Road – The Public-Private Cooperation agreement for the Bannerman Rd widening, from the new round about to Quail Commons and the Construction of Phase 1 B of the Bannerman Road Widening Project adding four lanes 900 feet west Thomasville Rd. has been approved. They are proceeding with design and engineering and are still on track to begin work this summer. Beech Ridge Roundabout – Killearn Lakes Homeowners Association has acknowledged the County’s offer for the acquisition of property to construct the roundabout. If all goes well, construction would be completed during the 2015 summer break. The resurfacing of Kinhega will follow after completion of the roundabout. Killearn Acres – We have submitted our information to FEMA regarding flood mapping in the area and had hoped to hear back from FEMA by the end of year, but we’re still waiting – obviously the wheel does grind slowly with FEMA. This study is the result of projects we have done in Killearn Acres where we realized errors had been made in flood mapping. Some properties are currently listed as being located in the flood zone that should not be, some are not that should be and some - we’re just correcting the flood elevation. This will allow the insurance companies to better evaluate rates, especially those who are incorrectly included in the flood zone. Orchard Pond Toll Road – This project is under construction - completion is expected in the next year pending no unforeseen weather-related delays. Bradfordville Community Center (Bannerman Rd) – The temporary location for the Community Center is in a store front in the shopping center at the corner of Thomasville and Bannerman - 6668-14 Thomasville Rd. At some point in the future, the “Old School House” will be moved to a permanent location on Beechridge Tr. and the “Old School House” Community Center will reopen at a new and improved site. You are receiving this because I have your name or neighborhood association on my mailing list. Many of your family, friends or neighbors may not receive my newsletter. I hope you’ll take the time to share this information or let them know they can send an email to me and I’ll add them to the mailing list. 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. Many of the improvements we’ve already made, or are currently working on, came from citizen suggestions or observations. As you plan for your neighborhood/homeowner’s association meetings, please let me know the dates and times so that I may join you. Please don’t hesitate to call me if you have any questions or concerns, deslogeb@leoncountyfl.gov or 606-5364.

Bryan Desloge Leon County Commission District IV

Leon County Board of County Commissioners

Be sure to register as a member at www.killearnlakeshoa.org

Coming Sn - An Innovative Assisted Living and Memory Care Neighborhd Villas at Killearn Lakes, LLC, will be a unique, 108-bed assisted living and memory care neighborhood in the northeastern area of Tallahassee, FL. Developed and operated locally by Innovative Senior Living of Florida (ISL of Florida), Villas at Killearn Lakes will build upon the proven track record of Innovative Senior Living, Inc. of Tucson, Arizona (ISL of Arizona), a successful developer of a new model of assisted living that is a dramatic departure from the traditional “large box” assisted living facilities that we see today. ISL of Arizona is a key partner in ISL of Florida. ISL of Florida will provide the expertise for the development, construction, and lease up of Villas at Killearn Lakes as well as provide the expertise needed for its ongoing operation. This new model for assisted living is part of the “small house movement” in long-term care based on the creation of a neighborhood of homes designed for 12 persons each. This model de-institutionalizes care by providing a home, not a facility. It redefines the methods of delivering personalized, professional care and the staffing patterns that are necessary to improve each individual’s quality of care and quality of life.

Villas at Killearn Lakes will be a neighborhood of nine impressively designed villas, or homes. These homes will sit on the site of the Killearn Lakes Plaza, previously planned as a retail /commercial development on Deerlake Road. The site will take on a new look and resemble a gated community with nine 7,000 square foot residential style villas. The site will be landscaped to give the residents a park- like area to enjoy the outdoors. Each villa will house 12 residents. Residents will have access to the kitchen, laundry, living, and dining areas inside the Villa as well as access to the patio and garden areas… because it is their home. The neighborhood is designed as a private gated community of large beautiful villas – a far departure from traditional, institutional-styled assisted living architecture commonly found today. For more information, please visit our website at: www.killearnlakeshoa.org/wpcontent/ uploads/2015/01/VILLAS-at-KillearnLakes1.pdf

Please Be A Courteous Neighbor

Take Your Waste Pro receptacles back to your house after the trucks have picked up! You, Your neighbors and Community will certainly benefit from this gesture.

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850-894-1875

Special KLHOA Membership Meeting Notice DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Wednesday, February 11, 2015 7:30 PM 6668-14 Thomasville Road, Tallahassee, Fl The Bradfordville Community Center located in “Bannerman Crossings”

SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING PURPOSE: On January 27, 2015, the Leon County Commission approved initiating eminent domain proceedings to take Killearn Lakes Homeowners Association, Inc. (“KLHOA”) common area property consisting of 18,401 square feet in Killearn Lakes Unit 1 located at Kinhega Drive for Leon County roadway improvements planned for the County’s Beech Ridge Trail Extension Project. The roadway project includes constructing a roundabout on part of the 18,401 square feet of the KLHOA common area parcel with construction in the KLHOA commencing in the summer of 2015. The County has offered $25,000 as reasonable compensation for the parcel as required under the U.S. and Florida Constitutions for the taking of private property for a public purpose. Your KLHOA board of directors has the authority to defend the taking on behalf of the membership under Section 720.303(1), Fla. Stats. (2014); however, the KLHOA Board believes the project to be justifiable and the offer fair; therefore, the Board does not intend to legally contest the taking. As a KLHOA member, you also have an interest in the property;

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however, the covenants and restrictions require a two-thirds vote of the membership in order for the Board to settle the matter outside of court or otherwise convey the property to the County. A twothirds vote of the membership at the special meeting will not prevent the taking if a judicial determination is made in favor of the County; it will however determine whether the membership is in favor of legally settling or defending the taking of the 18,401 square foot parcel of common area. We ask that you complete the enclosed proxy ballot and mail or deliver it to the KLHOA office prior to 3 p.m. on February 11, 2015 (the day of the special meeting) even if you plan to attend the meeting OR have someone deliver your proxy to the special meeting. You may also e-mail your proxy to: admin@killearnlakeshoa.org. Please do not call the KLHOA office staff with questions prior to this meeting; you may access more details of the project at the Leon County Commission website: www.leoncountyfl.gov. Additional materials and information as well as a question and answer session will be a part of the special meeting. Thank you for your involvement.

Business Spotlight 1350 Market St Suite 123 • Tallahassee, Florida (850) 422-7722 • http://metrobarbertally.com/ Tallahassee is a city boastful with its traditions while embracing progressive ideas. It’s no secret that urban Tallahassee is growing in size and popularity. With this growth comes a yearning for something that is not an old idea, but a most necessary one. Tallahassee provides many opportunities for individuals to treat themselves to a day of pampering, such as manicures and pedicures, facials, and hairstyles. This enhances one’s appearance, which subsequently gives an air of refinement; however, they don’t walk out a total new person. No, they are a more fine tuned person; a person who lifts their heads higher knowing they look there best, thus feeling their best. This feeling is what the gentlemen of Tallahassee have craved. While there are many businesses that offer haircuts, beard trimming, and the manly experience; MetroBarber promotes a lifestyle. This lifestyle is the quintessential “man’s man” lifestyle. A “man’s man” lifestyle can be defined as taking pride in walking into any room with the sleekest of haircuts and a beard trimmed to precision that commands authority without saying a word. This lifestyle is what every boy dreams to be, what every man strives to be, and what every elegant lady desires. From the black and white checkered floors to the straight razor clean shave, MetroBarber exudes the “old-school” barber saloon feeling. It is an atmosphere of exponential class and top of the line service. Its clients walk in with the confidence of knowing that it is a place where the proper gents go to decompress from the day’s hustle and bustle, meet to hangout with their comrades, and leave with that gentlemen mentality which is necessary for the everyday classy men of the capital city. It is where gentlemen go for that refreshed and clean feeling that inevitably relieves them of the daily stress of their lives. When one walks into Metro, they walk in feeling that their worries are left behind and their only focus is on relaxing in a masculine environment. MetroBarber hits the nail on the head when it comes to men’s pampering. It is common for a majority of men to be hesitant to get manicures and pedicures around this town. This is not because there is no desire for it, but it is simply because there is no proper place where a man can be a “man’s man” when treating himself to hand and feet grooming. MetroBarber offers hand and feet grooming in a semi-private room, set aside from the common areas, that allows privacy while providing service fit for a king. The whole barbershop caters to its patrons to ensure a comfortable environment to secure the confidence that lies within every gentleman. It also provides an ultra secluded area—with a sliding barn door that everyone wants in their own home—for men to get the facials that they would normally decline. MetroBarber is definitely the place where one can walk in being confident of themselves, but walk out overflowing with pride. MetroBarber provides more than just services; it offers products for every client to support the gentleman status that they want show off. Their list ranges from hair products for men (Real Men Go 247, www.go247men.com ) to beard lube, aftershave, face moisturizer, etc. (Jack Black, http://www.getjackblack.com). The choice is easy for any man in Tallahassee when deciding where to get the best service and pampering fit for the regal gent. The choice is MetroBarber…always. Be sure to register as a member at www.killearnlakeshoa.org

e History of

Valentine’s Day

Every February 14, across the United States and in other places around the world, candy, flowers and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. But who is this mysterious saint, and where did these traditions come from? Find out about the history of this centuries-old holiday, from ancient Roman rituals to the customs of Victorian England.

THE LEGEND OF ST. VALENTINE The history of Valentine’s Day–and the story of its patron saint– is shrouded in mystery. We do know that February has long been celebrated as a month of romance, and that St. Valentine’s Day, as we know it today, contains vestiges of both Christian and ancient Roman tradition. But who was Saint Valentine, and how did he become associated with this ancient rite? The Catholic Church recognizes at least three different saints named Valentine or Valentinus, all of whom were martyred. One legend contends that Valentine was a priest who served during the third century in Rome. When Emperor Claudius II decided that single men made better soldiers than those with wives and families, he outlawed marriage for young men. Valentine, realizing the injustice of the decree, defied Claudius and continued to perform marriages for young lovers in secret. When Valentine’s actions were 10

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discovered, Claudius ordered that he be put to death. Other stories suggest that Valentine may have been killed for attempting to help Christians escape harsh Roman prisons, where they were often beaten and tortured. According to one legend, an imprisoned Valentine actually sent the first “valentine” greeting himself after he fell in love with a young girl–possibly his jailor’s daughter–who visited him during his confinement. Before his death, it is alleged that he wrote her a letter signed “From your Valentine,” an expression that is still in use today. Although the truth behind the Valentine legends is murky, the stories all emphasize his appeal as a sympathetic, heroic and–most importantly–romantic figure. By the Middle Ages, perhaps thanks to this reputation, Valentine would become one of the most popular saints in England and France.

ORIGINS OF VALENTINE’S DAY: A PAGAN FESTIVAL IN FEBRUARY While some believe that Valentine’s Day is celebrated in the middle of February to commemorate the anniversary of Valentine’s death or burial–which probably occurred around A.D. 270–others claim that the Christian church may have decided to place St. Valentine’s feast day in the middle of February in an effort to “Christianize” the pagan celebration of Lupercalia. Celebrated at the

Ides of February, or February 15, Lupercalia was a fertility festival dedicated to Faunus, the Roman god of agriculture, as well as to the Roman founders Romulus and Remus. To begin the festival, members of the Luperci, an order of Roman priests, would gather at a sacred cave where the infants Romulus and Remus, the founders of Rome, were believed to have been cared for by a she-wolf or lupa. The priests would sacrifice a goat, for fertility, and a dog, for purification. They would then strip the goat’s hide into strips, dip them into the sacrificial blood and take to the streets, gently slapping both women and crop fields with the goat hide. Far from being fearful, Roman women welcomed the touch of the hides because it was believed to make them more fertile in the coming year. Later in the day, according to legend, all the young women in the city would place

It was commonly believed in France and England that February 14 was the beginning of birds’ mating season... their names in a big urn. The city’s bachelors would each choose a name and become paired for the year with his chosen woman. These matches often ended in marriage.

The oldest known valentine still in existence today was a poem written in 1415 by Charles, Duke of Orleans, to his wife while he was imprisoned in the Tower of London following his capture at the Battle of Agincourt. (The greeting is now part of the manuscript collection of the British Library in London, England.) Several years later, it is believed that King Henry V hired a writer named John Lydgate to compose a valentine note to Catherine of Valois.

TYPICAL VALENTINE’S DAY GREETINGS In addition to the United States, Valentine’s Day is celebrated in Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, France and Australia. In Great Britain, Valentine’s Day began to be popularly celebrated around the 17th century. By the middle of the 18th, it was common for friends and lovers of all social classes to exchange small tokens of affection or handwritten notes, and by 1900 printed cards began to replace written letters due to improvements in printing technology. Ready-made cards were an easy way for people to express their emotions in a time when direct expression of one’s feelings was discouraged. Cheaper postage rates also contributed to an increase in the popularity of sending Valentine’s Day greetings. Americans probably began exchanging hand-made valentines in the early 1700s. In the 1840s, Esther A. Howland began selling the first mass-produced valentines in America. Howland, known as the “Mother of the Valentine,” made elaborate creations with real lace, ribbons and colorful pictures known as “scrap.” Today, according to the Greeting Card Association, an estimated 1 billion Valentine’s Day cards are sent each year, making Valentine’s Day the second largest card-sending holiday of the year. (An estimated 2.6 billion cards are sent for Christmas.) Women purchase approximately 85 percent of all valentines. For more information go to http://www.history.com/topics/valentines-day/history-of-valentinesday

VALENTINE’S DAY: A DAY OF ROMANCE Lupercalia survived the initial rise of Christianity and but was outlawed—as it was deemed “un-Christian”–at the end of the 5th century, when Pope Gelasius declared February 14 St. Valentine’s Day. It was not until much later, however, that the day became definitively associated with love. During the Middle Ages, it was commonly believed in France and England that February 14 was the beginning of birds’ mating season, which added to the idea that the middle of Valentine’s Day should be a day for romance. Valentine greetings were popular as far back as the Middle Ages, though written Valentine’s didn’t begin to appear until after 1400. Be sure to register as a member at www.killearnlakeshoa.org

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Heart of the Batter Cupcakes By: Food Network Magazine

Ingredients for the Cupcakes: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature 3/4 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs, at room temperature 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup strawberry-flavored milk, at room temperature 6 strawberries, hulled

Ingredients for the Frosting and Topping: 2 cups confectioners' sugar 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup heavy cream 3 strawberries, hulled and halved lengthwise

Directions: Make the cupcakes: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 6cup jumbo muffin pan with paper liners. Whisk the flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Beat the butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then beat in the vanilla. Reduce the mixer speed to low; beat in the flour mixture in 3 batches, alternating with the strawberry milk, beginning and ending with flour, until just combined. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Bake until a toothpick comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes in the pan, then remove to a rack to cool completely. Using a paring knife, cut a cone-shaped piece of cake out of the top of each cupcake (about the same size as the strawberries), stopping about 1/2 inch from the bottom. Stuff with the strawberries, then cover with a small piece of the removed cake. Make the frosting: Sift the confectioners' sugar and cocoa powder into a medium bowl. Transfer half of the sugar-cocoa mixture to a large bowl; add the butter and 1/4 cup cream and beat with a mixer on medium-high speed until smooth. Add the remaining sugarcocoa mixture and 1/4 cup cream and beat until fluffy. Transfer to a pastry bag fitted with a star tip and pipe onto the cupcakes. Top each with a strawberry half.

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Trina’s TidBits

Trina’s Tips for Happy Living in Killearn Lakes By: Trina Searcy, President

We have so much to do and see here in the Killearn Lakes/Bradfordville area. Do you realize we have six lakes, five parks, miles of sidewalks, churches and A+ schools, ranging from preschool to high school? We have clothing boutiques, ice cream parlors, gyms and insurance agencies. We even have a post office! You can begin your day with a walk through the neighborhood or stop by one of the lakes and fish for a while. Please be sure to lock the

gates behind you! Then you can grab a bite to eat at one of our many restaurants or fast food establishments. You may take a leisurely stroll and maybe do a little shopping. You can take a yoga or Taekwondo class. You might want to hire your own personal trainer to help you get in shape, whether you are a beginner and can’t touch your toes, or you have been physically active and just want to introduce a new routine. Now is the time of year to get your health goals in place.

Since we all probably ate a bit too much over the holidays, and you know you did, check out these tasty, but healthy recipes:

Secret Recipe Detox Drink Ingredients: 1 glass of water (12-16 oz.) 2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar 2 Tbsp. lemon juice 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. raw honey

Oven Baked Zucchini Chips Ingredients: 1 (large) zucchini 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon paprika Kosher or sea salt to taste 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions:

Blend all ingredients together and drink!.

Cut a zucchini into thin slices and toss in olive oil, sea salt, and pepper. Sprinkle with paprika and bake at 450°F for 25 to 30 minutes.

Secret Recipe Detox Drink will help your body burn fat, lose weight, fight diabetes.

Using paprika not only to flavor this healthy snack, but also to boost your metabolism, reduce your appetite, and lower your blood pressure.

Be sure to register as a member at www.killearnlakeshoa.org

Citizens Lock Your Vehicles By: Robert D. Swearingen Leon County Sheriff ’s Office

Property Crimes Detectives with the Leon County Sheriff ’s Office have seen an increase of vehicle burglaries and thefts since December. Detectives have received more than fifty vehicle burglary reports involving suspects entering unlocked vehicles and removing valuables, including loaded firearms. Detectives are asking citizens to remove valuables such as wallets, purses, firearms, GPS units, phones, computers, and other electronics from their vehicles when parked. Locked doors and vehicles with security systems activated are deterrents to criminals looking for easy opportunities. Detectives are also asking citizens to contact law enforcement if they observe suspicious activity. Anyone with information about these crimes is asked to contact the Leon County Sheriff ’s Office at (850) 606-5800 or Crime Stoppers at (850) 574-TIPS (8477). Remember, Crime Stoppers does not want your name, just your information. You could be eligible for up to a $1,000.00 reward.

Field Manager Reminder No Dumping Please…

Sometimes the quickest way to empty that lawn mower bag of all the grass clippings is to dump it back in the green space area or an easement or even a vacant lot. That vacant lot is some owner’s property – not yours! And as far as dumping in the green spaces and easements the covenants are quite specific. Your Covenants under Article IX- Section 6 states the following: “No dumping, burning, or disposal in any manner of trash, litter, garbage, sewage, woodlands, or any unsightly or offensive material shall be permitted in or upon such Green Area, except as is temporary and incidental to the bona fide improvement of the area in a manner consistent with its classification as Green Area. Fires of any and all kinds shall be prohibited except in designated and controlled areas as specified by the Association.”

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Protecting Your Castle By: Deputy Tim Randolph Leon County Sheriff ’s Office

They say that a person’s home is their castle regardless of size. And one of our top priorities should be to protect our homes. Recently there has been a rash of daytime burglaries in the Killearn Lakes area and the Leon County Sheriff ’s Office would like to give you a few reminders about helping to remove or reduce the opportunity for someone to make you the victim of burglary. First, lock all doors and windows when you are away from your home. In many cases, the burglar simply uses an unlocked door or window to make entry to the home. Using deadbolt locks on doors and additional locks on windows can help make it more difficult for a suspect to just enter a home without force. Secondly, remove anything in the yard or from around the exterior of the house that could be used to gain entry. Yard tools and other outdoor items can be used to force entry into the home or even taken by the suspect. Lastly, if your home is equipped with an alarm system, make sure that you use it every time you leave the home. An alarm system is not effective if it is not armed when you are away. Even if you are leaving just for a brief time, always arm your system. In some cases, suspects can be in and out in less than 2 minutes with many valuable items. If you would like to have a free security survey done of your residence to see how secure it is, contact the Leon County Sheriff ’s Office Crime Prevention Unit at (850) 606-3332 to schedule one. The surveys are conducted Monday through Friday from 7 A.M -6 P.M and normally take less than an hour.

Update Records If your mailing address changes please notify the association so we can update our records.

Be sure to register as a member at www.killearnlakeshoa.org

Recapping 2014: How We Spent Your Money Looking Ahead to 2015 and Beyond: How We Plan to Spend Your Money By Tom Martineau, KLHOA Board Treasurer

Dear Property Owners in Killearn Lakes Plantation: Once again it is time to report to the over 10,000 of you living in over 4,200 single family properties in Killearn Lakes how we spent your money during the past year. On average, most of you pay for our services about $120 per year per property, or roughly $10 per month. Some of you pay slightly less, some slightly more, because some of you pay early, and some of you pay later. And a few of you pay much more because you pay very late - or not at all.

Here is the income we collected in 2014

only $45, 510. (But the magazine still nearly paid for itself to within $200 – see the expenditures section below.)

Here is how we spent your money We spent a total of $565,122.93 against actual income of $557, 816.65, for a net loss for 2014 of $7,306.28. We took this loss from the Association’s 2013 fund balance of 324,380.49, thus reducing it to $317,074.21 at the end of 2014.

According to our December 31, 2014 balance sheet, the Association’s total income was $557,816.65 in 2014. This compares to a budget income projection of $567,300.00. Thus the Association’s income fell about two percent short of projections, amounting to $9,483.35. These are the details:

Shortfalls to varying degrees from income projections existed in all but one category: “other.” This category includes chiefly collections from lien releases. Although we had expected to collect past dues and fees amounting to $35,000, the actual number was 167 percent of that amount, or $58,402.52. This kept our income shortfall to only two percent of projections. Our revenue projections from ad sales in Lakes View Magazine were $55,000 based on the prior year, but amounted to

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The details are as follows: Our maintenance expenditures of over $200,000 include grounds keeping, mowing, sidewalk cleaning in and around our main thoroughfares and development entrances. Although our roads are maintained and paved by Leon County, they do not provide the services mentioned above. Our recreation budget is for the upkeep of our park facilities. While we do collect a small park maintenance fee from major users, this does not cover the entire cost. Leon County would maintain these parks and save us $16,000, if we were to release them for public use by any resident of the County. We think $16,000, or about $3.81 per year per property, or about $1.60 per year per resident, is worth having better control and restricted access for Killearn Lakes residents only. Our expenses for the lakes vary each year, but the story is the same

as with the parks: if we turn the lakes over to Leon County, we will need to remove the access gates and permit anyone to use the lakes. This year, much of our expense for lakes was the placement of fish habitats and stocking of some of the lakes with carp to reduce algae production. Lakefront property owners may slightly more in annual dues, and thus contribute more toward the lakes budget than the remaining property owners. In addition, we have under Dick Thoma’s tenure as our treasurer built up a lakes management reserve of $125,000 to hedge against unforeseeable events, such as dam breaches or extreme water degradation. In the opinion of your current treasurer, the $125,000 represents a valiant and good start, but $250,000 and eventually $500,000 would be representative of more prudent fiscal management of our Association’s assets. We have used $52,962.50 of our legal services budget of $71,100. This indicates a relative “lull period” in our work to make sure that the development activities on our immediate south side will be of benefit to, and not affect adversely, our Killearn Lakes residents. Included in this activity are the development of a passive park with retention ponds for stormwater management, relocation of the historic school house to the passive park, commercial development on both sides of Bannerman road, a connector road from the new Bannerman roundabout to Beech Ridge Trail, an intersection at Kinhega Drive and Beech Ridge Trail, possibly consisting of a second roundabout, and the transfer of a small portion of KLHOA property to Leon County under eminent domain proceedings. A relatively small portion of our legal budget goes toward creating and applying the paperwork for lien placement and lien releases. Lakes View Magazine continues to be an attractive and striking asset to our community. It continues to support itself almost completely from ad revenues. Expenditures were $45,720.77, and ad revenues amounted to $45,510.30. Please patronize our advertisers!

What’s in Store for 2015? After having done complete interior renovations to the Homeowners Association offices in 2014, the need to upgrade and refurbish the Tekesta Park toilet facilities will be included in the facilities maintenance budget for 2015. We expect a culmination of the negotiations with Leon County to occur in 2015 concerning the development activities mentioned previously. Our budget for legal services will therefore be kept at 2014 levels, when we expected this spike in legal services needs to occur. We will continue to pursue collection of delinquent dues via lien

issuances and lien cancellations. Finally, we will continue our efforts to reach a breakeven, or a surplus, at the end of 2015. Taking money from our fund balance to cover end of year deficits is not an acceptable habit over the long term. We should, instead, increase our reserves for lake maintenance and emergencies. Finally, we reiterate the following guiding principles as budgeting goals and financial management guidelines for the years ahead: 1. The Association will not borrow money to bring expenses in line with income. If an emergency above and beyond the Association’s reserve funds should occur, the Board of Directors may consider borrowing against the equity in the Association’s building, which is not encumbered by a mortgage. 2. The Association will not deplete its reserves to avoid raising homeowner assessments. If a justifiable dues increase is not acceptable to the homeowners, but needed to maintain current service levels, a priority list will be established of what the Association shall forego and what to keep in order to remain in the black relative to annual income. 3. The Association will continue to implement a preventive maintenance plan with the 2015 budget and beyond. This plan will project likely expenses for maintenance five years into the future at all times. This is intended to reduce the likelihood of unforeseen and premature failures and resultant higher costs. 4. The Association continues its full commitment in 2015 and beyond to conducting the annual Fall Festival, Kids’ Fishing Contest, and Easter Egg Hunt. 5. The Association will support a 4th of July fireworks event only if full sponsorship and a workable site are found; support is not included in 2015 budget. 6. We will continue to saddle-stitch Lakes View Magazine to save expenses, distribute as hard copy, snail-mailed, to all owners’ addresses in 2015. We will seek ad revenue to support magazine costs as near 100% as possible. Goal should be complete ad revenue funding of the magazine, and possibly some income generation. Will explore alternative electronic magazine distribution in 2016 and beyond. We promise to keep you informed about fiscal matters of the Association in future “It’s Your Money!” articles in Lakes View Magazine. Please contact us with questions.

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e Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow… By Kim Gay

Photovoltaic (solar) systems harness the power of sunlight to create electricity. Some locations perform better than others for producing solar power. The size and orientation of the structure, the presence of shade, and possible zoning restrictions all affect the location of a solar system. These systems have a number of benefits in the renewable energy landscape. To start with, solar systems have a lot to offer. They utilize no moving parts and can be set up on the ground, on a roof top, or in a parking lot. Maintenance costs on these systems are very low compared to other forms of electricity generation, and solar systems do not require the purchase, transportation, or waste disposal associated with other generation fuels. Flexibility of use and minimal maintenance requirements make this type of power source attractive to many who are seeking low or zero emission energy sources. But people often want to know why every business, residence, and utility in Florida does not currently utilize solar power since this is the “sunshine state”. Ironically, Florida only ranks 16th (behind such states as Montana, Idaho, and Oregon) in solar system production efficiency according to data taken from a July 2012 report produced by the National Rural Energy Laboratory (NREL – link provided below). A solar system will produce the most power when it is exposed to sunshine for as long as possible each day. Any shading (i.e. trees, clouds, an adjoining building, etc.) reduces the system’s output. A little shade is acceptable, especially if it crosses the panels early or late in the day. Shading issues and cloud coverage are usually highest in Florida when summer thunderstorms decrease sunlight times. Unfortunately, summer thunderstorms often occur in the mid to late afternoon when energy demands are the greatest. Solar energy production is also limited in the winter when the sun’s altitude is lowest and shadows are the longest. At present, considerations such as cost, surface area requirements, and lack of battery storage are the primary limiting factors for solar systems for most homes and businesses in Florida. The cost to produce electricity with solar systems is lowest when

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produced at large, or utility size, scales. Residential and commercial installations typically produce electricity at rates two to three times higher than utility scale installations. However, even utility scale solar systems are significantly more expensive that traditional forms of energy production, such as coal, natural gas, and nuclear generating stations. While the cost to produce electricity using solar has decreased significantly in recent years, utility scale systems are still at least 25% more expensive than traditional generating units. Current solar systems also require land mass for installation that is not always available for large scale production of power. A typical utility scale system requires approximately seven to ten acres of surface area for the installation of 1 MW of generation. A typical large-scale generating station, such as Seminole Electric’s coal plant in Palatka, has a capacity of 1,300 MW. Just to replace this one plant with solar panels would require the use of between 9,000 and 13,000 acres of surface area. To replace all of Florida’s current 54,000 MW of generation using solar systems would require the use of between 378,000 and 540,000 acres of surface area. To put this in perspective, the area required for the installation of enough solar panels to replace Florida’s existing generation is between 285,863 and 408,376 football fields. Finally, because Florida skies are covered with clouds about 50% of the time, continued research for more efficient battery storage capacity is critical for future utilization. Floridians need reliable electricity. Solar energy, at this time, is an intermittent source – it is not always available when we need it. Existing utility-scale battery storage doubles the cost of solar energy production and increases the amount of land required for solar system installations. Therefore, backup power supplies, such as ties to the existing electricity grid, are required to complement solar systems in Florida. Electric cooperatives have always existed to improve the lives of those we serve and currently are leaders in the production of renewable energy. Renewable energy accounted for 2.2% of Florida’s total net electricity generation in 2013, and the state ranked seventh in the nation in net generation from utility-scale solar energy.

Seminole Electric, Talquin’s wholesale power provider, had a 6% renewable fuel mix in their 2013 energy portfolio and continues to be a leader in seeking innovative ways to utilize Florida’s solar resources. Talquin currently offers net metering, sits on the TBA Green Energy Council, and is a member of the Florida Solar Energy Center. Talquin’s renewable portfolio was 13% for 2013, which includes hydro power purchased from SEPA, the Southeast Power Administration. Talquin and Seminole are working together to find innovative ways to make solar power more affordable and more reliable for our Members. Our desire is that when the sun does come out tomorrow, it will be providing the power needed for our Members’ homes and businesses without sacrificing the low cost and reliability of our existing system!

Sources http://www.fsec.ucf.edu/en/consumer/solar_electricity/basics/ pros_cons.htm http://www.fsec.ucf.edu/en/consumer/solar_electricity/basics/ types_of_pv.htm http://www.eia.gov/state/?sid=FL www.nrel.gov/solar http://www.nrel.gov/docs/fy12osti/51946.pdf

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Master Builder Best Practices Presents:

You Win by Hiring the Right Person for the Job By: Mark Worley

If you are planning on having some work completed at your home, whether minor or major, I would strongly recommend looking into whether there are license or permit requirements for the type of work contemplated. If a license is required, a general handyman will not be permitted to perform that task. A Contractor is someone who demolishes, subtracts from, builds or improves any building or structure for compensation. Essentially, if you pay someone to construct a building or a structure, make structural alterations to load bearing walls, or perform services such as plumbing or air conditioning work, that person has to have a state contractors’ license. Florida restricts the type of work a handyman can perform. A handyman cannot perform electrical, building or plumbing services. A simple test to know if a handyman can legally perform the work you desire is answered by the following statement, “If a building permit is required then you need a licensed contractor to perform the work.” A handyman can repair non-structural wood rot but cannot build a structural wall or install windows or exterior doors units with jambs. If in doubt whether your job requires a permit call growth management and describe your scope of work to see who is qualified to perform the work.

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If you hire an unlicensed contractor in Florida, the Department of Professional Regulations may issue a cease and desist order. Also, you may have an injunction filed against you, which could require your appearance in court and the payment of court costs. In addition, hiring an unlicensed individual exposes you to liability. Where a licensed contractor would be insured, a handyman, on the other hand, will not likely have insurance coverage, and if they do, it would not cover illegal, unlicensed work. So, the next time you think about hiring a handyman, do your homework and make sure that it is the type of work permitted under Florida law without a license. For a list of local building professionals visit the Tallahassee Builders Association website at www.tallyba.com

Mark Worley is a Certified Green Professional, Certified AgingIn-Place Specialist and the only Graduate Master Builder in Tallahassee with only 8 statewide as recognized by the National Association of Home Builders. You can reach him through his website at www.worleyconst.com or at 850-668-3438.

Schl Choice for Children with Disabilities By: Victor Aderhold

Parents of children with disabilities in Florida have access to a unique program which allows them to enroll in private schools which have programs the parents feel fit their children’s needs. The McKay Scholarship Program was established in 1999 in Florida to allow parents more educational choices for their children. This year the McKay Scholarship Program serves over 28,000 in private schools. Children who have an IEP (Individual Education Plan) or are on a 504 plan are eligible to receive the McKay Scholarship which ranges from $5,000 - $19,000 per year. This scholarship is not based on parent income, but on the child’s disability and services. Robyn A. Rennick, Program Director of Dyslexia Research Institute/Woodland Hall Academy says “The McKay Scholarship Program has literally changed children’s lives. Parents have many more programs to choose from and part of the education money that is allocated to them by the state moves with the child to their new school, whether it is public or private.” Ms. Rennick is also a board member of the not for profit Coalition of McKay Scholarship Schools. This Coalition assists the legislature and DOE in understanding the needs of the child, parent and private schools so that changes to the programs can be beneficial

to all. In October, the Coalition brought together over 140 participants from private schools accepting McKay Scholarship for a conference called “No Limits to Learning.” Senator Kellie Stargel was recognized for her support of the McKay Scholarship Program and her work on the Personal Learning Scholarship Account. A new scholarship program has been added to the educational choice landscape. The Personal Learning Scholarship Account was established by the legislature last session. This scholarship is for any child with the following disabilities: autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, intellectual disability, Prader-Willi syndrome, Spina bifida, and Williams’s syndrome. Children identified in kindergarten as being “high-risk” as defined by Florida Statute are also eligible. Parents of eligible children may use the funding for instructional materials, curriculum, private school programs, or specialized therapeutic services. Children do not have to be in the public school to be eligible. Robyn Rennick is available to answer information concerning the McKay Scholarship Program and Personal Learning Scholarship Account and can be reached at 850 893-2216. The Florida Department of Education’s website is www.floridaschoolchoice.org .

Picture Caption left to right: Robyn A. Rennick, Senator Kelli Stargel, James Herzog, Steve Hicks Be sure to register as a member at www.killearnlakeshoa.org

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Your Neighborhd ER Tallahassee Memorial’s Emergency Center Northeast As a retired electrical engineer for a nationwide company, Dick Orndorff has lived in and visited the emergency centers of major metropolitan areas across the country, including cities like Milwaukee, Cleveland and Pittsburgh. Unfortunately, those experiences led him to expect the worst when an injury one March afternoon in Tallahassee, called for a trip to his neighborhood ER, the Tallahassee Memorial Emergency Center – Northeast. Just five and a half miles from Killearn Lakes, the Emergency Center – Northeast is a 45,000 square-foot emergency center conveniently located off of Thomasville Road, just south of 1-10. Oddly enough, Dick was preparing for a possible crisis by building a shed for his emergency generator when an immediate and unexpected emergency arose. As he was drilling a hinge onto the shed, his drill bit snapped, causing the drill to lurch backward and cut through the bone of his left forefinger. “My wife was home at the time, and I told her, ‘I’m not going to an ER,” Dick recalls. However, after finding that a nearby walk-in clinic did not accept his insurance, Dick was advised by his daughter, a local pharmacist, to try visiting the Emergency Center - Northeast. Within just a few moments of arriving, Dick was ushered back to a comfortable patient room and into the care of the center’s physicians and nurses. Putting hospitality into healthcare, the center was designed to provide the greatest level of comfort and care to patients of all ages. The many design features that enhances the experience of both patients and guests include: • Ample parking just steps from the entrance. • A separate entrance for children and adults.

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Aromatherapy in the lobbies and paintings throughout the facility. • An iPad Bar for children. • Highest certification for emergency nursing staff – focusing on pediatric and geriatric populations. • Paramedic and RN patient teams for more individualized care. “Even though I was injured, it was truly a pleasant experience,” says Dick. “I have been converted to a new attitude about emergency room service from my experience at the Emergency Center – Northeast.” Dick received a tetanus shot and medicine to alleviate his pain, and his hand was set in a splint to heal. Although the clinical care put him on the mend, what struck him most about his visit was the confidence and kindness of the staff. “I was expecting the worst, but the group at the Emergency Center – Northeast really cares about the patient,” he says. “If anything else happens, I would go back there in a second.” For additional information, please visit www.tmh.org/services/emergency or call (850) 422-5413.

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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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Stress Relievers Stressful situations can happen anytime, anywhere. Stress relievers are useful stress management techniques to help you minimize your feelings of stress in those moments. There is no direct link between stress and heart disease, according to the American Heart Association. However, stress causes your heart rate to increase and blood pressure to rise and constant (chronic) stress can negatively impact your health. So, when stressful situations occur, what are some common stress management techniques we can use? Here are a few ways to relieve stress from your everyday life.

Repeat positive affirmations “Affirmations are positive statements that people use to motivate themselves and avoid self-critical thoughts from entering their heads,” says Dr. Barry J. Jacobs, a clinical psychologist and spokesperson for the American Heart Association. “They can help you see issues in a larger context and shed light on greater goals.” The American Heart Association recommends repeating statements such as: • “Someday I will laugh about this” • “I won’t let this problem get me down” • “We can work it out”

Take time to relax Take 15 to 20 minutes a day to sit quietly, relax, breathe deeply and think of a peaceful situation. During this time, your body and mind can calm down and decompress.

By: Nora Bass

Get physical Adults who participate in regular physical activity report lower cases of depression and increased cases of pleasure. Try going for a walk with a friend a few times a week or running, biking or dancing to keep you feeling positive about your life and less stressed overall.

Get enough sleep Your quality of sleep can impact your heart health. The American Heart Association recommends adults get six to eight hours of sleep per night. Are you getting enough? If not, try to move your schedule around to accommodate a restful night’s sleep or try these tips to improve your sleep.

Laugh often Laughing is one of the best ways to combat a stressful day. It can lower blood pressure and make you think positively about the people around you. Next time you hear a funny joke, don’t be afraid to laugh loudly!

Worry less The act of worrying can add a significant amount of stress onto our lives. Try to take deep breaths, repeat the positive affirmations above, and adopt a positive outlook on your life.

Share your feelings It can be difficult to hold stressful thoughts on the inside. Try to chat with a family member or close friend on a daily basis—on the phone or in person—about your feelings on a variety of topics. A caring, listening ear can help alleviate stressful thoughts. Learn more tips to reduce stress on Go Red For Women. For more information go to: www.goredforwomen.org/livehealthy/stress_management/stress-relievers/ Be sure to register as a member at www.killearnlakeshoa.org 25

Come + See

Come + See our new building at Deer Lake United Methodist Church! You are invited! Saturday, February 14th from 11:30am - 2:00pm. At Deer Lake United Methodist Church, our new education building is finished and will be revealed at our Come + See event. The festivities will happen on Saturday, February 14th from 11:30am 2:00pm. and include: music, food, games and activities for all ages. Tour the building, meet our staff and members and learn about all that we at Deer Lake United Methodist Church offer. We are located at 8013 Deerlake Rd. S. next to Killearn Lakes Elementary. See you there!

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BABYSITTER, MOTHER’s HELPER & PETSITTER – Hi! I am a 13 year old Deerlake Middle School student available to babysit, pet sit, or provide an extra hand to a busy mom! I am the oldest of 4 children and have experience caring for my younger siblings before & after school. I also serve weekly as an Awana leader for the 3-4 year olds at Canopy Roads Baptist Church. I have completed the TMH Babysitter Training Course and prefer to work with children ages 2-10. I am mature, responsible, caring & fun and have experience cooking, cleaning, and taking care of variety of indoor and outdoor chores. I am also an experienced pet sitter and can provide my own transportation – 24 hours advance notice please. Call Emily Lipian at 912-346-7314. PET SITTING AND DOG WALKING – Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Day or Night Call Karlee Jones at 933-1610.

BABYSITTERS – Experienced 12-year-old Sitter and Mothers Helper. Prefer watching ages 4-9yrs. I love kids and I am very responsible. Bonus: household jobs such as folding laundry, dishes or tidy up your home. $3-5/hour. Available weekdays from 4-8 p.m. Sat. 10:30-4:30 p.m. and Sun. 1-8 p.m. Summer hours are more flexible. Can provide my own transportation. Call Emily at (850) 894-0421. BABYSITTER & PETSITTER – ATTENTION to anyone who needs a reliable, hardworking, and responsible baby or petsitter! My name is Rachel Stadtfeld and I would love to come and watch your precious kiddos or pets! Call me anytime, even on short notice, for any occasion you may need to go out for! I am 17 years old and have much experience with children (past nanny) and pets (have 3)! I attend school at Chiles High and live in Golden Eagle. I am a licensed driver and a great student. For a fun and safe time for your children (of all ages) and pets (of all types) please don't hesitate to call me at 727-742-3856. :) BABYSITTER & PETSITTER – Responsible, mature and enthusiastic 16 & 17 year old Chiles High School students, TMH certified available for babysitting and/or pet sitting. Please call Gabby & Claudia (850) 893 2342.

BABYSITTERS – My name is Delaney Stoner and I am a 18 year old senior at Chiles High School student. I love kids, I am great with them, and I have references available upon request. I am able to babysit in the Golden Eagle-Killearn Lakes area at anytime! Please feel free to call me whenever you need a babysitter at 850-841-0837!

BABYSITTER – Reliable and experienced 13 year old; certified as babysitter by American Red Cross. Available most times during the summer and nights/weekends during the school year. Can provide my own transportation. Please call (850) 508-6819. BABYSITTER – Hi! My name is Katelyn McClellan and I am 19 years old. I am great with kids and have babysitting experience. I prefer to babysit kids 4 & older. I live in Golden Eagle and I have a car so I can drive to your house to babysit. Please Call :). My phone number is : (850)228-6339. BABYSITTER & PETSITTER – Hello my name is Nina, and I am 18 years old.. I'm responsible, good with kids and I can also dog sit! Please Contact me at: (850)228-3669. BABYSITTER – You do so much for your kids you need a break. I am an experienced 12 year old babysitter. I am CPR trained, American Red Cross certified, reliable, and most of all funJ! I am available weekdays 4-7:30 p.m and weekends at any time. I will babysit ages 19 and will also babysit babies or toddlers with permission from my parents. Please call Molly Siddall at (850)445-9143. BABYSITTER – Experienced, Mature and Responsible recent Chiles Graduate is available for babysitting. Reasonable rates. References available. Call Susanne Childers at (850) 459-4647. MOTHERS HELPER & BABYSITTER

Experienced 11 year old babysitter and mothers helper! Loves kids and very responsible. Available Saturdays and Sundays anytime! Ages 3- 8 only. Will provide own transportation. Please call Maisy Ivory at 850-385-7717

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