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The
Scoop
October
2011
A Gypsum Mills Estates Community Newsletter
Join us for Gypsum Mills’ Annual
Halloween Party
and Costume Contest
Saturday, October 29
2-4p In the Community Center
Fun Spooky G
Treats
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Costumes Tricks Boo
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Welcome
New
Residents!
Ronald &
Cathy Guckert
6281 Lambert
Street
Robert &
Shirley Sayre
6322 Kims
Drive
Photos courtesy of Doris Guyette • Saturday, September 10, 2011 ~ Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
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FROM THE MANAGER’S DESK
HAPPY HALLOWEEN! To all the Ghost and Goblins: Be careful and wear reflective
clothing. Do not eat your candy before you return home, have your parents inspect the
candy first. Remember, do not enter into a home without your parent. Stay safe and
have fun!
RV Storage Units and Murphy Drive Residents:
We will be posting signs on the RV Corrals: “No Trespassing, violators will be prosecuted.” As
concerned residents you can call 911 if you see or hear anything out of the ordinary.
Murphy Drive residents that do not have a fence behind them to Hunt's Park will receive a “No
Trespassing” sign as well. It will be installed by Morgan Services. Hopefully this will deter
Hunt's Park residents and children from coming onto your property and disturbing you.
Mail House Building by the Community Center:
We finally got all the glue off the siding of the mail house building. It looks really good and was
not a easy task. Please do not hang anything on the siding of this building going forward.
Trees:
Some trees in the Community have a disease that will spread to other trees. When the leaves
start to fall you must rake them up immediately and dispose of them. Do not allow them to sit
on the ground as this causes the ground around your tree to become contaminated. If you
have a fungus growing up the trunk of your tree(s) you can call your lawn care service or any
garden store for a safe solution to use.
Pond:
Regarding the reports of dead fish in the pond: The DEC said it happens every now and then.
The pond was not producing enough oxygen due to the hot summer. This issue was not
caused by any harmful chemicals.
Snow Birds (Winter Friends and Neighbors):
Reminder to let the Sales Office know when you are leaving, returning, where you will be, contact phone number, address, and emergency contact person.
We may already have it, but please confirm with us that we
have the correct information.
Please keep my e-mail address handy should you need to
reach me: [email protected].
If you need Sam, his e-mail address is
[email protected].
Very Truly Yours,
Debra DeMars
Community Manager
Do you want to sell your home? Not sure where you should start? Let us help you! We will be happy to
sell your previously enjoyed home through our Sales Office within
Gypsum Mills Estates Community. Reasons why you should list with us:
1.
We receive calls daily
2.
We are open 7 days a week
3.
We show as they come in the door, no appt. necessary
4.
We do all the advertising for you: check out our website: www.gypsummills.com
As an incentive: pre-owned home sales through RMHS will receive a credit on their lot rent.
$50 off per month for 12 months. There are also incentives for buyers of new homes and
models.
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From the President’s Desk
~Autumn 2011~
Fall has officially arrived in Western New York….as we say farewell to the warmth of summer,
we are reminded that with that loss we gain the beauty and crispness of fall in our region. As
we usher out one season and welcome in another, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the
wonderful summer we had at Gypsum Mills. We kicked summer off with our Resident Picnic
in June, and followed that up with our very first Patriotic Parade and Ice Cream Social to mark
our country’s independence in July. In August our community garage and baked food sale,
along with our food concessions at the Community Center were a huge success! It was a busy
summer, jam packed with entertainment, friends and community fun. Thank you to all of you
in our community who helped to make that a reality!
Our Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre entourage filled the Community Center on September
10th. All of us were entertained and amused by the talented actors and actresses that hosted the
show. We are fortunate that we have a true sense of community here at Gypsum Mills. I applaud all of you who contribute your time and talent to the benefit of your neighbors. I know
that our community is richer because of your service. On that note, the Board and Morgan
Management have agreed that a special tribute is in order to honor all of you who graciously
donate your talents to our community all throughout the year. October 22nd will be our Volunteer Appreciation Dinner. Liz Temple and her committee are busy putting together a full evening of entertainment to honor all of the service our community volunteers so generously donate. Due to limited space, I urge you to get your tickets early. Additional details can be found
in this edition of The Scoop. I look forward to seeing you all October 22nd!
In addition to the beauty and richness of color that Autumn brings…..we can’t forget about
the spooky fun of Halloween in October! As so many joyful traditions do, Halloween has it’s
origins in a country near and dear to my heart….IRELAND! The celebration of Halloween started in Ireland around 100AD. Back then, Halloween was a pagan festival
celebrated by the Celts of Ireland who called it “Samhain”, (pronounced Sow-in) an
old Irish word meaning the 'end of Summer'. They believed that on the eve of Samhain
(Halloween), the dead spirits would revisit the mortal world, so huge bonfires were lit to keep
away any evil spirits. It is known in Gaelic as “Oíche Shamhna” (pronounced ee-heh how-nah) and is celebrated on the 31st
of October each year, which is All Souls Day, so in Ireland it is often referred to as the Feast of the Dead. As Irish immigrants fled
the potato famine and arrived in America, those bonfires were
downscaled and took the form of jack o’lanterns, which are known
today more commonly as pumpkins. Jack o’lanterns were still
thought to keep the evil spirits away with the presence of light.
Keeping with that theme, our annual Halloween Celebration is
scheduled for October 29th at our Community Center! Additional
details are found in this edition of The Scoop. Hope to see you
there for some wicked fun!
Fondly,
Hugh N. Crowley
President, Gypsum Mills Board of Directors
Available at:
CVS Pharmacy
Rt. 96
Farmington
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Join us in celebrating the hard work and dedication of those Individuals
who help make Gypsum Mills Estates the „Crown Jewel‟ that it is today. An
evening of great food, wonderful company and musical entertainment by
Shotgun Music is our way of saying, ‘Thank You!!’
Saturday, October 22
5:00 - 8:30 pm
Community Center
Open Only to Individual Event/Function Volunteers of the 2011 Season.
No Additional Guests Permitted.
Entry Tickets available at the Community Center
on Thursday, 10/6 from 5-7p, Sunday, 10/9 from 9-11a
and Friday, 10/14 from 4-6p.
YOU MUST HAVE A TICKET TO BE ADMITTED TO THIS EVENT.
Contact Liz Temple at 398-7277 for further information or questions.
Limited to 120 people based on occupancy guidelines.
Sponsored by Morgan Management and the Gypsum Mills Estates Cooperative Board
CONGRATULATIONS to Jean Andersen, winner of the Free Rent Raffle
Drawing held at the 9/1 Residents Meeting! The Board would like to express their
appreciation to all of you who purchased
raffle tickets, and to Morgan Management for the donation of the free rent.
The money contributed goes back into
the community. Presently, we need a volunteer from the community to sell these
tickets. Tickets are sold every third month
prior to the Residents/Board Meeting. It‟s
a great way to meet your neighbors! If
someone would like to assist us with this,
please call RoseMarie Varner at 7422738 or any Board Member. Thank you!
WII LEAGUES FORMING
A few months ago, a
Wii was purchased for
the community use.
This is an interactive
gaming system which
includes bowling, golf
and other sports. People have previously expressed interest in
forming bowling and golf leagues for the
winter months. If you‟re still interested,
please contact Don Varner at 233-9045
or any Board Member to form a league or
to schedule a community Wii party.
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SINGLES EVENING
LUNCH BUNCH
Our first Singles Evening was a great
success! We enjoyed games, goodies,
and great conversation. We have decided to meet monthly to enjoy some
Wii bowling and other games. We are
also planning a variety of other activities
for members to enjoy together.
September‟s Lunch Bunch was delicious!
Some of the dishes such as the French
Onion Soup, French Potato Salad, and
French Stuffed Bread Casserole were to
die for!! And the Apple Pie and Cherry
Cream Pie were oh so heavenly! Again,
the Girls outdid themselves! As usual, the
conversation was quite amusing and the
group had a great sense of humor!
Our next meeting will be on
Friday, October 21 at 6 PM.
For more information or to sign up for
the group, please contact
Jean Andersen at 869-5060.
GEMS
The “Gypsum Mills Singles”
was started a few years ago
for people who lived alone
and didn't like to go out to eat
alone. We have a group of
ten to fifteen ladies who get together on
the third Friday of the month for lunch. In
September, we enjoyed lunch at Nolan‟s
in Canandaigua. Our group was small for
many reasons. Get well wishes go out to
Beth, Wynne & Betty. „Welcome‟ to Joan!
We will be going to Cheap Charlie‟s on
Friday, October 21.
For reservations, call Betty: 924-5477.
This month, the Lunch Bunch will be
meeting on Tuesday, October 18 at
12:00 PM til 2:00 PM. The theme is
„Soup & Sandwiches‟ and you may bring
either Soup (4 or 5 quart size), Sandwich
(6 whole), or Dessert. Please call Julie
Alfieri by Tuesday, 10/11 to let her know
specifically what you will be bringing.
Thank you!! ~The Lunch Bunch Crew
RED HATS
A good time was had by all
at Doc‟s in Canandaigua.
For our October luncheon
we will be going to Lock‟s
Stock and Barrel on Rt. 64 in Bristol.
Hopefully the leaves will be turning for a
nice scenic ride. I will be our hostess,
please reply at 742-3262 by Friday,
10/7. If you have already signed up, you
only need to call if you will be meeting
us at the restaurant. Thank you, Karen
We will be serving breakfast starting at 8:00a and ending at 10:00a on Sunday,
October 9th. As always, your comments and feedback are welcome. Let us know
what you think. No reservations needed – just come.
MENU - Pancakes, French Toast, Eggs - any style, Cheese Omelet $.50 more,
Bacon, Sausage, Toast - whole wheat or white, Juice, Coffee, Tea or Milk.
Adults - $3.00 // Children under 12 - FREE
~The Breakfast Crew
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CHAIR AEROBICS
LINE DANCING
Well, the pool season
came to an end all too
quickly ~ it seems like it
just started! We will still
be offering chair aerobics every Monday, Wednesday, and
Friday morning at 10 am in the Community Center. Hope to see you all
there! A special ‘Thank You’ to all who
helped with the pool aerobics, you did
a great job!
Questions? Call:
Karen at 742-3262.
We are all beginners!! We
are having fun learning the
Ultra-Beginner and Beginner dances. They are easy
and fun to do. It’s a good
form of exercise for the
mind, coordination and balance. No
Charge!! So come and join us at the
Community Center on Tuesdays at
10:00 am.
Questions? Call:
Carole Dennerly, 924-8798,
Or Karen Beecher, 924-1711.
LIVE IT! HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAM
PLACE: COMMUNITY CENTER
WHEN: EVERY MONDAY, 4-5P
Join us at our next meeting to learn how to maximize weight loss and achieve healthy
results. If you want to shed some unhealthy pounds and feel better, then this is the
place for you! This program is designed to make you feel healthy and reach your
ideal goal weight. We offer 2 plans for you to choose from and personal guidance to
help you with this journey. In addition, there are healthy recipes supplied each week.
Let us teach you how to deal with the emotional, physical, and mental challenges that
some face while trying to achieve a healthy eating program. What are you waiting
for? The answer is right in front of you!
On Monday, Oct. 10 from 4:00 - 6:30 PM, we will be having a Healthy Living Program
Pot Luck Dinner. Please call Julie at 398-7314 a week before the dinner to specify
the dish you‟ll be bringing. See you soon! ~Julie Alfieri, Harry Easton, & Kathy Gillis
EVENING EXERCISE ~ JOIN OUR CLASS!!
WHEN: EVERY TUESDAY / THURSDAY
TIME: 7:00P WHERE: COMMUNITY CENTER
Our walk in place program has proven to be very effective. It burns calories, firms upper and lower body, improves coordination and balance, and boosts cardio strength.
No matter what shape you are in, you will be proud of your accomplishments. Remember, if you want to build your energy and your stamina, plus receive an excellent
workout that targets your whole body, this it the workout for you! A healthy diet is an
important part of staying in shape; however, to maintain optimum results, you need to
exercise. This is simple and easy, come give it a try! Bring a bottle of water and wear
comfortable clothes. See you there! ~DIANE CREGO 924-7461
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MAH JONGG
Our group is growing ~ Come and join
in the fun! Want to learn how to play?
All skill levels welcomed.
Monday, Tuesday
& Thursday
at 1pm in the
Community Center.
Questions? call Judy, 742-3086.
EUCHRE
We had an exceptional turn-out last
month! Some new faces and some old
friends returning. [Not old age… Ha ha!]
Thanks to Joan & Hugh Crowley for
yielding their seats so others could play.
The results are:
1st
Frank Smith
2nd (tie) Jess Janes
Harry Easton
4th
Jim Schmidlin
5th
Evelyn Fisher
6th (3-way tie) Pat Mack, Joan
Hawes & Rita McCallister
Our next meeting is Friday, October 14
@ 6:45p. Hope to see you there! ~Ken
THURSDAY BOCCE
LEAGUE
Our bocce league concluded the 2011
season with a delightful banquet at
Flaherty‟s Three Flags Inn on September
1. Our season was a fun-filled roller
coaster ride through rain outs and heat
waves. The eight teams were very competitive and for the first time we ended
the season with a tie for first place. Congratulations go out to the Green Team of
Jim & Lou Schmidlin and Betty & John
Hill, along with the Gray Team of Gary &
Suzy Helfer, Joan Bileti and Ron
Czadzeck.
Linda and I would like to thank all of our
players and subs for a great 2011 season! A special „thank you‟ to the anonymous person(s) for their generous gift
certificate.
~Brian & Linda Canfield
SHUFFLEBOARD
Yes, shuffleboard has ended for this
year. Thank you, each and everyone, for
being a part of our fun bunch! Have a
safe, healthy winter as we look forward to
another fun summer! Thank you for your
support! ~Dorie McMahon
BINGO Every Wednesday Night - 7p
We start setting up in the center at 6p. For those folks
that are new to our Community or will come and play
for the first time: Entry card is $1. Each card after that
is 50 cents. We have a 50/50 drawing ~ 3 tickets for $1.
The last game is the cover all - each card that you use
costs $1 (there are 3 “pots” to win from however, if you
win one, you cannot win another.) Chips are provided we do not dab. All money from that night goes back
out. Decaf coffee is provided free of charge. You are
welcomed to bring a snack for your table. Any questions? Call Dottie at 924-8201, anytime after 4p.
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EVENTS CALENDAR
Thank you for the lunches! Lunch
Bunch and Aerobics Committee were
so generous to send the Sales Office
Staff lunch after their gatherings. We
really appreciated it!
Sincerely,
Debbie DeMars
Community Manager
My deepest appreciation to my friends
and customers here at Gypsum Mills
for all the get well wishes, prayers and
blessings. I am very happy and thankful to be back to work.
Sincerely,
Sharon Rothfuss
Messenger Paper Lady
PRAYERS AND
GET WELL WISHES
To
Ethel Vogt
When residents want to reserve the
Community Center, please call Edith
Carsella at 869-5097 to schedule your
event Please book early as the calendar
fills up quickly. Please Note: The
Community Center may not be used for
any event that is for personal gain.
(see article 10 section 3 of the bylaws)
RV STORAGE REMINDER
Let me know if you no longer have a
need for storage space in the RV Corrals.
As stated under General Provisions, Item
9 in the RV STORAGE AGREEMENT,
“RESIDENT must maintain his/her space
at all times.” Only those items listed in
the agreement should occupy your
space, with all stored items being in good
repair with no flat tires/torn tarps, etc.
This space is provided free of charge to
residents. If you have questions call Jim
Carselli at 924-2758 or 732-7350.
OUR SINCERE
CONDOLENCES
To Theo Sick, our dear friend and neighbor,
on the passing of her husband, Ray Sick.
To Nancy Townsend on the passing
of her mother.
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OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS
10/01
10/02
10/03
10/03
10/03
10/03
10/04
10/04
10/05
10/05
10/06
10/07
10/07
10/07
10/08
10/08
10/09
10/11
Marian Smith
Marie Varner
Paul Fowler
Raul Kaus Hess
Eileen Livingston
Gary Raschiatore
Joseph Grippo
May Hoffman
Sylvia Doyle
Shirley Janes
Patricia Tryon
Don Flood
Beverly Grippo
James Murphy
Marian Lashua
Ronald Platten
Sylvia Pinkney
Judy Potts
10/12
10/13
10/14
10/14
10/14
10/15
10/15
10/15
Appell
10/16
10/17
10/17
10/18
10/18
10/19
10/19
10/21
10/22
Olga Geary
Stanley Austin
Marette Campbell
Vivian Constanza
Roanld Guckert
Barbara Dingle
Morgan Dunn
Janice HalseyBarbara Bennett
Barbara Ferguson
John Negelty
Marilee Masi
Dean Pearce
Richard Derose
John Kinney
Larena Blair
William Bartosch
HAPPY
ANNIVERSARY
10/01 Brad & Freda Rice
10/24 William & Janet Schukraft
10/23 Ron & Glennis Chipperfield
will be celebrating their
GOLDEN Anniversary ~
50 years of wedded bliss!
„An anniversary is a time to celebrate the
joys of today, the memories of yesterday,
and the hopes of tomorrow.‟
10/22
10/22
10/24
10/24
10/25
10/25
Jones
10/25
10/27
10/28
10/29
10/29
10/29
10/29
10/31
10/31
10/31
Marilyn Brienzi
Don Semifero
Helen Catalano
Jane Negelty
James D'Agostino
Ronald TunnellDonna Yackel
Beverly Wilkins
Don Wheat
Allen Barnes
Ronald Lewis
Marvin Miroff
Barbara Wheat
Steven Campbell
Herb Konz
Jim Mccollister
EDITOR’S CORNER
Please submit any articles and advertisements to [email protected] or
leave in the Scoop Box located in the
Community Center Vestibule. Scoop article due dates are posted on the calendar each and every month. Anything
received after the due date will be put in
the following month‟s Scoop. Questions,
comments and ideas are always appreciated! Scoop Committee reserves the
right to edit submissions as deemed necessary in order to fit them into the design
layout. Please let us know if you don‟t
need the paper copy delivered to your
home. Contact the Scoop Distribution
Coordinator, Joan Bileti at 869-5054.
Thanks! ~Liz
Want to see your special day featured?
Stop in the Office to update your information.
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COOPERATIVE BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2010-2011
[email protected]
President Hugh Crowley
398-7164
Vice President Lin Russell
727-1113
Recording Secretary Ron Platten
317-8512
Corresponding Secretary Liz Temple
398-7277
Treasurer RoseMarie Varner
742-2738
Building Facilities Manager Bob Tuttle
924-1684
Building Facilities Assistant Ken Ainsworth 924-7676
Building Use Coordinator Edith Carsella
869-5097
Building Use Coordinator Asst Julie Alfieri 398-7314
Management Representative Debra DeMars 924-4710
Sales Office Sam Condo
924-4710
Maintenance Office Michele Lieber
924-3982
Administrative Assistant Jessica Gonzalez 924-4710
Emergency-Sam Condo
585-202-9708
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COMMITTEE PHONE NUMBERS
Aerobics (Chair & Pool) - Karen Maniello 742-3262
Bereavement - Kathy Jason 398-7636
Bingo - Dottie Tallie 924-8201
Blood Drive – Char Austin 398-7619
Bocce (Tuesday Night) – Sandy Mason 924-5334
Bocce (Thursday Night) - Brian/Linda Canfield 398-7070
Breakfast Committee - Bob Tuttle 924-1684
Bridge Club - Ruth Dreste 924-7678
Cards Wednesday Morning-Edna Griffith 924-5088
Community Center phone number 924-5512
Community Ctr. Scheduling – Edith Carsella 869-5097
Community Relations - Don Wheat 354-3755
Euchre Club – Ken Ainsworth 924-7676
Evening Fitness Classes - Diane Crego 924-7461
Gems - Shirley Carney 742-3998
Golf – Bob Tuttle 924-1684
Golf-Mon AM-Bob & Paula Henry 330-5240
Healthy Living - Julie Alfieri 398-7314
Legislative Affairs - Stan Austin 398-7619
Library - Ann Heath 742-6263 , Joyce Haag 742-3954
Line Dancing mornings - Karen Beecher 924-1711
Mahjongg – Judy Killeen 742-3086
Neighborhood Watch - Carole Dennerly 924- 8798
Picnic Committee - Diane Crego 924-7461
Pool CPR-Kelly Eldredge 924-8137
Pool Supervisors- Dave Schrader 924-8573
Red Hats - Karen Manniello 742-3262
RV Corrals - Jim Carselli 924-2758
Scoop Distribution - Joan Bileti 869-5054
Scoop Editor - Liz Temple 398-7277
Scoop Asst Editor - Jean Andersen 869-5060
Shuffleboard - Mike & Dorie McMahon 742-2342
Social Committee – Char Austin-398-7619
Special Olympics – Linda Tuttle 924-1684
Sunshine Club - Edna Griffith 924-5088
Technical A/V Support - Don Varner 233-9045
Telephone Tree - Shirley Carney 742-3998
Gypsum Mills Sales Office - 924-4710
Gypsum Mills Maintenance - 924-3982
Winding Creek Golf Course - 924-0280
BEREAVEMENT LUNCHEONS
The community of Gypsum Mills Cooperative sponsored by the Board Members of Gypsum
Mills offers a luncheon for families of deceased residents. This includes immediate family
members and grandparents who are living here. The luncheon is held in our Community Center. For more information, call Kathy Jason at 398-7636.
Where to mail rent payments, if you pay by check?
West side residents mailing address:
Gypsum Mills West LLC.
P.O. Box 1600
Pittsford, New York 14534
Make checks payable to
Gypsum Mills West LLC.
East side residents mailing address:
Gypsum Mills East LLC.
P.O. Box 1600
Pittsford, New York 14534
Make checks payable to
Gypsum Mills East LLC.
Please add your lot number and tenant ID number on the memo of the check. If you are not sure about
your lot or tenant ID number please contact the Sales Office. We will be happy to help you.
Some residents have requested a check register so they can keep track of their rent payments. We
have designed a form for those that would want one. Stop at the Sales Office & pick one up if you like.
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ADVERTISEMENTS
SNOW SHOVELING
AT YOUR SERVICE!
FOR SALE
Prices starting at $10
Guest Bed with Case
Like New. Light weight and portable.
$50
~prices vary depending on job size
& amount of snow
Call Keith at 398-7972
OPEN STUDIO
OFFERING COLLAGE CLASSES
Fun and Easy Projects!
$20 per 2 hour session
Cost includes an extensive collection
of collage materials and tools.
Curious? Call ahead for a free tour!
Elaine Neuhierl 924-7487
Stop by the Community Center Bulletin Board to
pick up a flier with additional information.
JUST A FRIENDLY REMINDER:
When the Community Center is rented
for a private party, the exercise room
and the library are closed to
all residents during those hours.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Wheelchair $35
Contact Linda 924-3871
HP Computer Pavilion 533W tower with
2 GHZ Celeron processor and 760 MB
RAM, 250 GB Maxtor Hard Disk Drive,
3.5” floppy drive, CD ROM drive, XP
Home. Operating system is up-to-date,
with Avast Antivirus, Malwarebytes,
Java, Adobe Reader and Adobe Flash
Player with all up-to-date versions.
Call Ron Platten 317-8512
Smart Design low-profile desktop computer with 1 GHZ Pentium III, 512 MB
RAM, 20 GB Western Digital Hard Disk
Drive, 3.5” floppy drive, CD ROM drive,
XP Pro. Operating system is up-to-date,
with Avast Antivirus, Malwarebytes,
Java, Adobe Reader and Adobe Flash
Player with all up-to-date versions.
Call Ron Platten 317-8512
WE OFFER REFERRAL FEES TO
YOU, OUR RESIDENTS!
Bring in your friends and family
members! If they purchase a new
or pre owned home from our Royal
Manufactured Home Sales Office, we will give you free lot rent!
The only requirement is that they must put your name on our
guest card at their first initial visit. If they have a Realtor in
addition to your referral, then the prospective buyer must pick
who will receive payment.
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