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April 2003 - Landings Eagle - Page April 2003 Volume 2 Number 4 5164 Kestral Park Terrace Sarasota FL 34231 [email protected] Defibrillator Proves Value On Thursday, March 13 the Automatic External Defibrillator added to the LRC resources only one year ago proved its worth. Landin Joel Ebert suffered a heart event while on the tennis court. Quick action using the device, simply by following the directions on the container and by administration of CPR by Dr. Ben Mayne and Rhonda Williams CHECK probably prevented a much worse situation than ultimately resulted. Technically he suffered ventricular fibrillation, the one of the two primary types of heart events which responds to the defibrillator. Dr. Mayne observed there is no single hero in the positive outcome. In less than three minutes six to eight people acted quickly. The AED was grabbed and delivered to the site immediately by Tennis Director Robbie; Williams and Mayne who were on the scene at the time started AED—Automatic CPR; Club Manager Kevin Richards was External Defibrillator placing a Your Travel call to 911; and others assisted in other ways.. Mayne Specialists for isn’t positive who actually activated the AED . But all 20 years at . . . were pleased it was activated and probably saved a life. The Landings The situation was well in had by the time paramedics arrived to transport Ebert to Shopping Center Sarasota Memorial. He was released four days later and is doinbg well at home. Former Landin, Dr. Fred Stahlman, was active on the committee urging and installng the AED unit. He told The Eagle in a recent e-mail: “When we proposed getting the AED, I thought that there would be a 50 -50 chance it would be used within 3 www.landingstravel.com to 5 years. I thought of it Mon/Fri 9-5 - Sat 9-1 like homeowners fire insurance – you will probably never use it, but you should have it just to be 4986 South Tamiami Trail on the safe side. OK, so I Sarasota, Florida 34231 941.924.1124 FL ST - 34958 (Please see “Defib” on page 2) LMA March Meeting Multiple Actions Treasurer reports running $12,000 under budget after January, but that is not unusual as a fiscal year begins. Once again there are reports of people not receiving notice of the annual assessment and, therefore, not wanting to pay late fees. The Board again reminds residents the Rules and Regulations place responsibility for payment on the property owner whether or not a bill is received. They point out the assessment is mentioned in the Green Book and the issue was brought to the attention of owners several times in The Eagle last year. Replacement of the badly deteriorated fence between Landing homes on Starling Drive and the private marinas. The Above, current fence as seen from Marina. fence will be approxi- Below, appearance of new fence from sales mately 600-700 feet long brochure. and will run in a straight line rather than the zigzag pattern of the current fence. The Contract will be let to Arrow Fencing for between $13,500 and $14,000. It will be of Gate from Landings white or beige vinyl material and will stand six feet tall. A request was received from Robert Wagner, President, Oyster Bay Estates Association, for information regarding pedestrian and bicycle access to the north gate protected by a push button, combination lock. He PRESORTED pointed out a proviSTANDARD U.S. POSTAGE sion in the Landings (Please see “LMA on page 3) PAID PERMIT #1 Page 2 - April 2003 - Landings Eagle 1st Ever Landings Garage Sale Held (“Defib” continued from page 1) was wrong.” The AED is at the club during business hours and with the security patrol during its rounds. The AED was purchased by the Club and the Management Association in March 2002. An AED is critical to treatment for severe rhythmic heart disturbances, a condition frequently encountered in people with chronic heart disease. It can also be a lifesaver when a heart attack strikes previously healthy individuals. Ventricular fibrillation has affected players and officials at sporting events, as well as enthusiasts at health clubs, on golf courses, tennis courts and people at job sites. The average survival rate is approximately 1 in 20, without AED treatment. Rapid AED response increases survival to over 50%. AED’s are equipped with built-in computers to evaluate heart rhythm and determine the need for defibrillation. It is designed to be used by people outside the medical profession. Security personnel, some club members, RC staff and several Landings residents are currently trained to use the AED. Training is a course in Basic Life Support which includes CPR, choking treatment and use of the AED. For more information on the AED and training please call Kevin at 923-3886. After a three week delay because of rain The Landings Garage Sale took place Saturday March 15. The sale was co-cosponsored by Albertsons and The Landings Eagle. and underwritten by The Eagle. 43 tables were “booked” by Landins and local merchants. About 35 showed up. Several called offering their tables to others at no cost since they were unable to attend at the last minute. At the 10am “opening bell” the aisles filled with browsers eager to see what Landins had to offer. Some items and tables sold quickly, others (such as The Eagle’s) saw little action. Used computer goodies are not high on shoppers lists! Generalizations are difficult, but best sellers seemed to be “quality goodies,” the unusual and clothes, priced attractively. Buyers and sellers did seem to have a good time. Several commented it was great to have an event in which Landins Read Joel’s Story, Page 4 (Please see “Sale” on page 7) EXCLUSIVE LISTING Barbara C. Dumbaugh, CSP, Realtor 1741 Landings Way Was $555,000,, NOW $525,000 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath, Pool • • • • • • • New Roof, Air, Kitchen, Master Bath, Resurfaced Pool & Pool Deck Irrigation Well for reduced water/sewer bills Hurricane/Security Shutters Contemporary Design, Volume ceilings Open Floor Plan Exceptional Yard with Fruit Trees on Large Lot Landings Racquet Club Membership Included 941.350.3743 www. newhomeadvice.com Michael Saunders & Company St. Armands Circle Office Licensed Real Estate Broker April 2003 - Landings Eagle - Page 3 (“LMA” from page 1) Covenants which seems to “ingress and egress ¨to residents fronting on Field Road. .The issue raised by Field Road resident, Ann Lanier. In response to a question posed by the Board, The Eagle called Ms. Lanier to inquire why such access was important. Her response was: “Well, I’ve been Gate from Field Road walking through there with my dog, after which I clean up, for 12 years. It is a pretty walk. I sometimes go that way to Albertsons, to visit a number of Landings friends and on an especially nice day will walk down to the water by the marina.” LMA President, Larry Spelman will discuss the matter with Oyster Bay President Wagner Safety Committee report: Final approval was given to relocation of the South gate camera to better observe and record activity at that gate. Up to $1900 was approved for the project. The Board voted a $600 expenditure to locate seven “watchperson check points” around the Landings. These provide check in points to assure patrols are checking important locations on a scheduled basis. The Board will review, and act at the next meeting, on a proposal by Richard Mayo to add a roving patrol for eight hours each Saturday and Sunday. Total cost would be about $9,700 per year. Still under discussion is what specific hours should be covered each day. A fine is under consideration against one property owner who defied rules on weekend deliveries after specifically being denied entry. The specific procedures to be followed in levying the fine are detailed in “LMA rule modifications regarding fines penalties and enforcement., under LMA-LRC Minutes and Reports at www.Landings.Eagle.com Pepper trees have been removed from the North edge of Bayview Lake (formerly #6). The Board authorized $33,000 for the completing of the 2003 road plan including: Peregrine Point Court. Peregrine Point Way, Peregrine Point Circle East, Kestral Park Place. Kestral Park Lane, Kestral Park Terrace We are looking at options for cleaning out the county swale running from the entrance to the Cloisters turning northward just before the Treehouses. Editor’s Note: This report is complied by The Eagle staff based on meeting attendance. “Official” minutes are posted at www.LandingsEagle.com when they are received. NEW Eagle Classifieds see page 22 Page 4 - April 2003 - Landings Eagle On Life & Luck & What-Ifs—A true Story by Joel Ebert You can’t help but feel good when a half dozen people instantly pitch in with lifesaving efforts as a colleague suffers a heart attack. More good feeling toward LMA and LRC boards for the foresight to finance and install a defibrillator. We appreciate a Valentine’s day party committee thoughtful enough to honor a Landin for her volunteer efforts. Add the people who help set up a garage sale, plan a Jazz Concert, volunteer to serve in difficult to fill board positions, take time to write for this paper, or simply help a neighbor with an arduous task. . .these are things we really like about living in The Landings. But then we see a speeder along Kestral; a stop sign jumper; a Landin who thinks the “rules” shouldn’t apply to them; cross words and altercation over politics at the pool. We face a client who quits advertising because it worked too well—but attracted a couple Landings clients so rude and so demanding its not worth the business to him. One of The Eagle’s roles is to occasionally hold a mirror up to our “small town.” We’re perceived by some “out there” and some within, as “arrogant.” This is a great place to live. Good people surround us. The Eagle strives to stress the positive; but would be delinquent if we didn’t point out the negative. Too bad a few of the unthoughtful taint us all. IPS Editor, At about 2:10P on Friday the 28th we stopped at the gate house to pick up a Landings map and were treated cordially as usual but were really surprised by the cigarette smoke that came rushing out of the gate house window right into our car as we stopped and made our request. The maps that were given us reeked of the smoke and so when we got to the house we left them outside to air out. Our comment is that we feel that smoking in that confined space is inappropriate especially when it invades the space of others such as guests stopping to gain approved admittance. In our case it was irritating because we don't smoke and our car has never been smoked in. We appreciate what our security group does for us and how accommodating and cooperative they are and we support them in their efforts to keep us safe but do think this matter needs some consideration. Cordially, Bob and Sylvia Guirlinger Pine Harrier Circle Subscriptions Renewal, Thanks for giving us such a great newspaper. It is like taking home with me thru the Summer and Fall. Lori Weinhold Starling Drive The sky was steel blue swimming with unfocused marshmallows. The breeze was having fun but doing so inoffensively. Thursday, March 13 in sunny, seductive, sublime Sarasota. I took to the tennis court at the Landings Racquet Club on behalf of my team and my fellows, aided and abetted by a trusted partner, to compete for fun and whatever against the dreaded representatives of Serendipity who resided in first place in our division. Hail-fellows well met and all behind us, the first game of the first set ended in victory. Piece of cake. A well respected philosopher had often cautioned, “Expect the Unexpected TM An overwhelming wave of Barbara Willows & Joel Ebert dizziness suddenly enveloped me. I put my hands on my knees to steady myself and the next thing I remembered was being in Sarasota Memorial Hospital’s Emergency Department. Cardiac arrest! Though I did not know it just then, my life was hanging in the balance. What follows is the product of extensive research, hearsay, eyewitness accounts of reliable reporters and, to some extent, my own knowledge. I had collapsed on my face. The folks at the courts, teammates, other players and onlookers responded instantly. In an atmosphere of absolute calm group cooperation and orderly good sense, I received letter-perfect emergency attention. Initially, cardiac pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) was administered, followed immediately by application of the club’s recently acquired defibrillator. In concert, these efforts saved my life. The defibrillator was invaluable as the 911 EMT response took approximately fifteen minutes. When the club’s purchase of the defibrillator was being debated last year, one advocate opined if it ever saves one life it will be worth the cost. Well that baby has now paid for itself. Any lives it saves in the future will be gravy. In the interest of a full and complete report, I recall no long tunnel leading to a white light and no celestial choir. Alternatively, there was no fire and brimstone sighting or odor of sulfur. Perhaps I was unwanted by either side. Let’em wait. I am told many individuals acted on my behalf in those critical first few minutes. My wife Barbara (with whom I’m incredibly lucky to be blessed) and I are indebted to all. We wish we knew who each individual was so we could personalize our appreciation. However, two remarkable heroes led the charge and have our eternal regard, affection and gratitude. Rhonda Williams, who barely knew me, using her CPR training to excellent advantage, provided the “breath of life” all the while trying to remember if she brushed her teeth that morning. Rhonda is to me the living embodiment of the angel of mercy. My friend Ben Mayne who bruised my chest mercilessly with his pounding and who expertly applied the defibrillator paddles. (There are those snide few who whisper he couldn’t find the right starter button to push but we ignore such petty jealousies). I truly believe these two extraordinary individuals saved my life. Barbara and I are deeply indebted and will hold both of you dear forever. It is also important to note that pursuant to the ancient writings of some of the world’s most revered cultures, you two are now jointly responsible, for the balance of my life, for my health, happiness and well being. Split it up however you like. Just let me know who’s up for what heh, heh, heh. (You know how I’d vote) It’s now March 19, I am home and safe and recuperating nicely. There have been countless supportive communications of every sort (including chicken soup even) from friends, neighbors and well wishers. Barbara and I are overwhelmed and deeply touched. Thank you, thank you, thank you. May you and yours all have good health and happiness and be as lucky as I. Peace on earth. April 2003 - Landings Eagle - Page 5 Garage Sale Thank You To Eagle Readers & Proof Readers The Eagle’s editor/ publisher and sales director both come from a background of mass communication. “Co-Promotions,” as they are known bring together parties with specific interests in planning and executing services or events to serve their constituencies. The Eagle is interested in encouraging community spirit, making new acquaintances and provide a service not otherwise available. Albertsons desires to show its regard for its neighbors and current and potential customers. In addition to providing the space they contributed security and plenty of muscle from their personnel. Special thanks to Milt, Jeff, Jary, Keith and Cookie. Albertsons also arranged the refreshment stand and s u p p l ie d all the Track & Field members and Coach, Kristin, Erica food and drinks at and Kim Anderson no cost so Riverview High’s Track & Field team could sell them as a fund raiser. When's the last time you found hot dogs for a dollar! Thanks to everyone Reading the first copy of the paper after it comes from the printer is the Publisher/Editor’s moment of truth. The March issue had far too many typos and what I call “spell check forgiving the unforgivable.” For example “there” for “their.” But please don’t blame our dedicated proof readers! To make the paper as timely as possible stories are frequently added after proofing is complete. Those articles get only the editor and sales director’s proofing. Obviously it is less than adequate! We promise to try harder! Our “proofers” are intentionally not named specifically, though they are included in our monthly thank you box, to the right. We do it that way to express out thanks to them without pointing fingers of guilt for typos. Proofing is a special skill. We’ve had issues checked by as many a six people with each finding something no one else did. The Eagle greatly appreciates their help, and meticulous scrutiny. The Landings Eagle is published monthly, in season, partially funded by the Landings Management Association & Landings Racquet Club and is independently edited and reported by Landings residents Editor and Publisher: Irwin Starr Sales Director: Ms. Charlie Valentine Thanks this month to: Barbara Blumenthal, Barbara Pendrell, Dee Ricapito, Kevin Richards, Bob Luxembourg, Lee & Linda Morgenlander, Dick Lutz, Don Smally, Bob Fernander, Len Gumley, Sheryn Dise, Joel Ebert. Marilyn Newman, Carl Zeisler, Joe Tarrer, Fred Tiemann, Mina, Ben Mayne, Larry Spelman, Leslie McLean, Richard Mayo, Damian Ladue, those who helped with the Garage Sale - Forgive us if we missed you—but please let us know. We want to recognize all contributors. Corrections to the March issue available at www.Landings Eagle.com The Landings Eagle © Irwin Starr, 2003, Sarasota FL Categorization is subjective at best.. As new voices join the Flamingo chorus we deem this “Guest Commentary.” albeit tongue in cheek! .. Editor A Paean to Ben Mayne and Saul Lapidus (No pun intended - har! har! har!) By: Larry Spelman (To be sung, more or less, to the tune: "Oh By Jingo.") In the land of San Domingo, There was born a pink flamingo, Wah, dah, dadda dadda dah dah, Oompah Oompah Oompah Oompah, There are two guys who wouldn't heed us, I mean Ben Mayne and Saul Lapidus, Wah, dah, dadda dadda dah dah Oompah Oompah Oompah Oompah, They both spoke in a different lingo, And they both loved the flamingo, So every night, They sang in the pale moonlight: "Oh by gee, by gosh, by gum, by Jove, Oh Flamingo won't you be our love, We will build for you a hut, You will be our favorite nut, We'll live together in Sarasota, Where there isn't any flamingo quota, And you can fly there, you won't have to motor, We'll have you made a registered voter." The flamingo said, "By gosh, by gum, by gee, By jiminy please don't bother me." Well, Ben Mayne and Lapidus got together, And (being angry) each pulled out a big flamingo feather. "Oh Flamingo (each cried), you're the only boid for me." Eagle Submission Policies Resident Opinion and Guest Commentary are intended for use by Landings Residents. Exceptions may be made for matters of importance to Landings residents. Anonymous letters are not printed. Personal attacks are not acceptable. All Submissions All submissions to The Eagle should be in writing, typed and e-mailed, if possible, to insure accuracy. All submitted material must be clearly identified with a contact person and phone number for verification or elaboration. Addresses and phone numbers will not be published without author’s permission. Submissions due by the 1st Wednesday of the month. Submit to: E-Mail: [email protected] Mail: The Landings Eagle 5164 Kestral Park Terrace Sarasota FL 34231 FAX: (941) 925-0392 Phone: (941) 925-8559 Submissions subject to editing. Page 6 - April 2003 - Landings Eagle Eagle Subscription Policy Want The Eagle at your “other” home? Last year The Eagle offered subscriptions for the paper to be sent to your seasonal address for $1.25 an issue, covering the cost of additional publication and bulk postage. We received a few complaints the paper was not reaching some of you. Even when it did reach you, it was up to two weeks after it reached the Landings. This year we offer two options: the same price and mailing policy as last year or First Class mail delivery for $2.00/issue. One additional change: if you subscribe, a paper will NOT be delivered to your Landings address for those months. The reason for this is bulk mail is not covered by a “forwarding order” It is a simply destroyed by the Post Office, wasting the paper at a production cost of about $1.25. One other minor complication: Last year some of you subscribed before it was decided to combine July/August and September/October into two issues rather than four. Therefore some of you paid for one or two issues you never received. At the right, listed by “other address” is the credit due you. If you see your address simply deduct that amount when you order next year’s subscription. Please make note of this since this list may not be published in every issue of the paper. Circle desired issues: Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun Jul/Aug, Sep/Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan Name: ___________________________________________________________ Landings Street Address __________________________________Sarasota, 34231 Send to: Street Address______________________________________________ City: ___________________________ST_______ZIP____________________ Choose Bulk Mail delivery@ 1.25/issue or First Class at $2.00/issue NOTE: The issues you select may NOT be sent to your Landings Address Checks payable to: Irwin Starr, 5164 Kestral Park Terrace, Sarasota FL 34231 Number of issues: _______ Bulk Mail @ $1.25 issue OR: _______ First Class @ $2.00 issue: _______ Credit Due: —-_______ Total Enclosed: _______ Check for Credit Due The following Households are Due $1.25 Credit PO BOX 541 Stratton Mtn VT 141 Brookdale Dr. Williamsville NY 70 Hamlin Square #1 Williamsville NY 1305 Hemlock Farms Hawley PA PO Box 5096 Montauk NY 550 East Pittsburg St Greensburg PA 1751 Oakhill Drive Huntington Val PA 12300 Courtyard Lake St. Louis MO 05155 14221 14221 18248 11954 15601 19006 63127 833 Commonwealth Ave Newton MA 11 Alcott Lane Pittsfield MA The following Households are Due $2.50 Credit 10 Windflower Way Williamstown MA 144 Bay Shore Drive Plymouth MA 333 Oakwood Ave. Dayton OH PO Box 266 Milton WI POBox 384 Cape May Point NJ 40 Lakeview Circle Hinsdale MA 02459 01201 02167 02360 45409 53563 08212 01235 April 2003 - Landings Eagle - Page 7 (“Sale” from page 2) who are not members of her LRC can get to know one another better. Will there be a 2nd Landings Garage Sale? Well, The Eagle learned a lot and, as they say, “is still thinking.” First, or course, is there enough interest? It requires 50 committed and paid tables at $10 each to break even. The only costs incurred are table rental, signage and a classified in the Herald Tribune. Unfortunately The Eagles wingspread is not large enough to garner the necessary crowds. Manpower costs and security were all donated by Albert- Coral Cove Mall, the Smaller Mall, that has it All . . . . And a Little Bit More Just 3 easy miles South of The Landings ! " # healing hands Donna Thorsen, A.P., DOM Acupuncture Physician National Board Certified Herbal Medicine Specialist Treating medical diseases & Pain, Auto accident injuries, insurance accepted Heal your mind, your body, your spirit 7256 S. Tamiami Trail www.healinghandsfl.com 2002 Business Person of the Year 941-921-6567 $ % Coral Cove Mall #1 7350 S. Tamiami Trail Tues.-Sat. 10 AM– 5 PM 921-1284 Signature dishes. . . Crab/Salmon Cakes Lamb Shanks Beef Goulash . . . affordable prices lunch & dinner 7252 S. Tamiami Trail Coral Cove Mall sons, fellow Landins and The Eagle. The only “official” complaint we heard concerned parking on the grass and possibly the sprinklers along Kestral outside the security gate. Short of permanent signage or a rope “fence,” sponsor signage or a security person would be required. Hours for a future sale would probably be 9am—12 noon. It didn't take Landings as log to get ready as projected, and crowds thinned out earlier than . That’s the report on the 1st ever Landings Garage sale. We need to hear from you. Should we plan a second? What changes would you make? 941-923-4511 Page 8 - April 2003 - Landings Eagle LHA Renews 2002 Board for 2003 LHA Annual Meeting The Annual Meeting of the Landings Homeowners Association began promptly at 7PM, February 20, 2003. 115 votes were either physically present or represented by proxies sent in by homeowners and sufficient to conduct annual business including elections. Only one name was placed in nomination beyond the current Board members up for reelection. That person, Jerome Spindler of Pine Harrier Circle, had expressed interest in a Board position but was not present at the meeting to make any pitch for the position. He was relatively unknown to most of the representatives holding votes and proxies. The current Board was reelected unanimously. The Board consists of: Stan Williams, Dick Dunn, Tara Lamb, Melissa Barnes, Stan Lampert. They are each listed in the green book should a homeowner wish to contact them. President’s Report, Stan Williams: For the most part, homeowners have been co-operating on compliance issues. A new General Counsel for the Association has been hired: Sylvia Golden-Norris. She has been very responsive to date. Williams added a special thanks to the four homeowners who came to the meeting, , and for the hard work of the Board members over the past year. Treasurers Report, Bob Capo: The final accounting: $2,500 over budget, but ends the year with retained earnings of $51,785.15. Categories putting the Association over budget are:. Architectural review, placement of Park Bench this year, added Halloween Security, gate lock changes, storage, legal expenses and income tax on last year’s retained earnings. Report, liaison to LMA Board, Ray Rakoff, : Discussed possible need to trim around FPL Lamps to maximize lighting of Landings streets. A discussion of how to handle neighbor to neighbor issues. It was suggested the Board could take action on certain issues, but the best approach is to attempt always person to person discussion first.. Organizational meeting, following Annual Meeting: 2002 Board officers were reelected: Stan Williams, Chairman/President; VP Stan Lampert; Treasurer, Tara Lamb; Secretary, Melissa Barnes. A final version of the amendment to the covenants establishing exact procedures to determine non-compliance penalties was passed. The amendment has undergone careful scrutiny by legal counsel for compliance with Florida Statutes affecting Home Owners Associations. Full details are in a separate story. Architectural/Compliance issues: The question of acceptability of a vinyl vs. wood fence that came up at last month’s meeting became a moot point as the family making the request has decided to repair the existing fence rather than replace it. Plans were submitted and approved for a small addition to a home on Peregrine Point Circle. Several “nuisance” issues were brought to the Board’s attention, barking dogs, unmentioned yards and trees, etc. Board members were assigned to talk to those involved. Spindler Still Interested in Board Spot Jerome Spindler, who had previously expressed interest in a board role, cited a previous commitment election evening. He said he’s still interested in a future Board position. He cites his experience as a board member of corporations, non-profits and governments. He urges positioning The Landings as a unified political block can add clout in dealing with Sarasota county. April 2003 - Landings Eagle - Page 9 View From the Gate House by Chief Richard Mayo/Asst. Chief Damian Ladue FILE UPDATES: NOW is the time for all Landins to submit an updated permanent guest list. It should cover individuals allowed access to your home anytime; and, a complete list of permanent, full-time members of your household. The two most critical sections of your home security file are, sad to say, the most incomplete: Vehicle information and guest lists. As reported in the March issue Richard Mayo of The Eagle, you can fax information to us at 923-0099 or simply take a few minutes and provide the information clearly detailed on a piece of paper. Your security depends on your participation. Our mission to protect the entire community is dependent upon your personal cooperation. SECURITY CONCERNS/ INFORMATION: Maintenance emDamian Ladue ployee, Ed Ciccolini, has reported residents are employing a stick to secure the Field Road access gate so it remains open. This allows anyone travelling along that area to enter at any time which puts you and your neighbors at risk! Many Landins have had difficulties opening the gate with the assigned code. Mr. Ciccolini checked the gate using the code and reported it fully operational. However, the door handle was difficult to turn. The handle was inspected and oiled making it easier to open and close. Chief Mayo, upon inspection, reports when the handle is turned it often stops ½ way through rotation. When that occurs, it is necessary to keep turning until the door opens. When the handle reaches the ½ way point please do not assume it is not working. Trying the code repeatedly will not remedy the situation. Applying pressure to the handle will result in its opening. If problems continue please report the incident(s) to the gate and further maintenance or repair will be completed. Please do not obstruct either the opening or closing of this walk-through entrance to The Landings. If you would like to know the Field Road access code, please come to the main gate so we can verify your name and address in person with appropriate identification. The code will not, under any circumstances, be provided over the telephone. We also ask you not provide the code to anyone, even other residents. We need to maintain an accurate record of all individuals having access to The Landings through this gate. If someone asks please advise them to register in person at the main gate where ID will be checked. The whole purpose of the coded door is to maintain security, therefore preventing vandalism. As always, we want to thank you for your assistance and cooperation. Working together we will be able to provide the safety and security our community deserves. Celebrating Our 1st Year As Your Landings Neighbor The Landings Club $3,500 to join Lunch & Dinner The Sandspur Club $7.80 to enjoy (Membership not required) 927-7723 Page 10 - April 2003 - Landings Eagle The Dirty Four-Letter Word ROOF Almost all enjoy planning and executing carefully thought out remodeling schemes for our homes and condominiums. But one of the largest “one-time” expenses of all is when we hear that dirty word “roof,” as in “you are not going to be able to control the leaks if you don’t replace that roof soon. All too often that expense comes as a bit of a surprise, even though in your heart of hearts you knew it might be coming. Many times it is not a planned expense, making it even more unwelcome. In a condominium, your home may be fine, but two or three others may be in bad enough condition to demand the entire building be redone, therefore all members of the association share the cost, usually a special assessment unless management has had both the foresight and support of association members to build an adequate reserve. In some cases the type of roof required may seem virtually dictated by the covenants of your particular association. Covenants for individual free standing homes say “all pitched roofs shall be tile, cedar shake shingle, slate or concrete construction…” However those covenants are not with some flexibility going on to state “or such other composition or material as shall be approved by the developer.” Since the developer departed long ago that role falls to the Landings Homeowners Association. The least expensive roofing material is asphalt shingle. It has generally not been approved as a replacement on individual homes. There are at least two homes built early in Landings development with asphalt roofs. To replace one of them with the same material the owner provided structural engineer studies proving the home, as originally built, could not support the additional weight of tile. There are now options to tile, cedar shake, slate and concrete, including metal roofs and composite fiberglass mimicking the appearance of both shake and tile. The Eagle is not aware of any such material being used or approved for homes in the Landings. It is aware of an instance of a homeowner considered metal for a “Key West” look but chose not to seek approval from the Homeowners Association committee. At some point a request for alternative material will be made and the Association will need to be guided by another important provision of the Covenants: “It is not the developer’s intent to present a uniform appearance or limited architectural style in the subdivision but rather to assure architectural and aesthetic quality and discrimination for the benefit of all owners in the subdivision.” Condo associations face different issues as they consider roof alternatives. Condo covenants, rules and regulations determine the alternatives. There is precedent for switching from tile to asphalt shingles. According to Florida law such a move constitutes a “material alteration” and requires a vote of 75% to make the change. Such a move generally offers a substantial decrease in immediate out-of-pocket costs but a corresponding decrease in longevity and quality and, many say, value, of a property. Legal counsel and condominium management references or specialists should be consulted. The economic impact of roofing a condo is particularly startling if the association has not maintained adequate reserves. A professional manager told The Eagle only about 15 of the 50 or so condos he represents have chosen to maintain such reserves. A condominium roofing project costing $8,000 can be paid at $33.00 per month, even assuming no growth from interest, or being hit with $8,000 in one year. It offers the additional advantage for selling a unit with the assurance there are reserves in place to cover such contingencies for a new owner. One should never buy a condo without knowledge of life expectancy of roof or other major repairs and the status of financial reserves to cover them. The next question is “When do you really need a new roof vs. repairs?” That can get down to the simple question: do you trust your roofing contractor? More on that later. But there are some general things to look for: • Is there evidence of water in the attic after a wind driven rain storm? • The source of interior dampness should be determined. • Decayed, cracked or missing shingles or tiles. • The Landings seems to have an epidemic of 18-20 year old tile jobs beginning to slip down the slope of the roof causing the tarpaper to split exposing the bare roof plywood to water and leaks. Surprisingly the roofing material itself is not what keeps your attic dry. It is the condition of the material underneath. (Please see “Roof” on page 11) A Pelican Cove Delight Visit my website www.taralamb.com Lightly used, 2bd/2ba, 2nd floor, tree-framed pool view, bright eat-in kitchen opens to balcony. Open & airy, cathedral ceilings, tastefully furnished, fresh paint, attic storage. Bike Path, Club House, Exercise, Kitchen, Pool Heated, Sauna, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis-Hard Surface, Community Boat Dock, Fishing Pier. Move in now! 1667 Brookhouse Circle $164,900 Tara Lamb, Landings Resident—Homeowners Association Board Member Office: 954-5454 . Home: 921-9613 RE/MAX Properties, 2000 Webber Street, Sarasota FL 34239 April 2003 - Landings Eagle - Page 11 • Stains on interior ceilings and walls. No one of these necessarily means a complete roof is needed, but careful examination is required. Picking your contractor may be the most important step. It will likely be a $20,000 plus decision. Here’s what the experts recommend: 1. Look for a roofer before the rain is dripping into the dining room. It is difficult enough to find one without being in a panic situation. 2. Check friends, neighbors, and get references. Drive through The Landings. There is probably at least one house having a roof replaced somewhere. Ask the owner how satisfied they are. 3. Obtain at least three estimates. Make certain they all contain all inclusive estimates and supplies, labor, etc. Is the price guaranteed? Some tell us this contract is important enough to be reviewed by your lawyer, who can also assist in proper procedures to avoid construction liens. Obtain the Florida License number of each contractor. 4. Make sure your roofer is licensed and insured. 5. Finally – Call Sarasota County, 378-6126, and check the following: a. They will verify the license of the contractor b. They will tell you if the contractor has any complaints against it, and the nature of those complaints. c. The County urges you to have the contractor “pull the permit.” They are willing to do so. This assures they are licensed. Good Luck. You are in for a thirty-day or so experience you’d likely rather do without! Write and give your roofing and home improvement tips. We’ll publish them and start a reference page at www.LandingsEagle.com. Support Advertisers Without our advertisers you’d be holding a four page paper. Traveling to China? The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The Landings Eagle, The Eagle’s foreign correspondent and friend, Peter Herford reports the Internet in China is carefully controlled. The New York Times and The Los Angeles Times along with CNN are blocked from view by the Chinese citizens. You can, however, still reach www.LandingsEagle.com. So, next trip, keep up with Landings activities. He concludes: “But there is hope. If you keep up the good work you may yet be blocked.” Peter is a retired CBS News producer/executive who has spent much of his post-CBS career teaching and assisting in news development around the world. He currently teaches at Shantou University, just across the southern straits from Taiwan. News From Landings South I by Don Smally The members of the oldest Landing South Condo met again to discuss--ROOFS. It was the third time that we have had a special meeting on the subject, and we still have not made a decision. The question being debated is whether or not to replace our tired old cement tiles with new cement tiles, or to re-roof using shingles. The discussions have been heated, but civil, and a lot of the talk revolves around cost versus esthetics versus durability versus quality, or lack thereof, and just plain old preconceived ideas. Since there is not enough votes for a majority in favor of tile, and not a required super majority in favor of shingles, the members asked that a committee be appointed to explore all aspects of the situation, including initial costs and the resulting special assessments, and report back to the group on its findings. The committee is hard at work. Stay tuned! Corkscrew SpecIaltIes CREATE YOUR OWN IN 4 SAVORY STEPS . . . $4.19 EAT IN OR TAKE OUT Open Mon-Sat 7:30AM-4:00 PM Around the corner in the Landings Plaza $ 1 OFF SPECIALTY SANDWICHES WITH AD CHICKEN SANDWICH $4.99 Tender white meat Chicken Salad on A Buttery Croissant or Multi-Grain Roll REUBEN $5.29 Corned Beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut on Rye Bread Toasted with 1000 Island Dressing, served hot “Always In Good Taste” 925-3955 Fax: 926-0066 IN OUR 9th YEAR Page 12 - April 2003 - Landings Eagle The LRC a Party Place in February Models and guests share show and lunch at the Potluck Fashion Show Potluck Lunch & Fashion Show Barbara Tyler presented her Fashions by Weekenders at a February 8 fashion show at the Club. The clothing is Barbara Tyler & Annie Blumenson designed as separates to be combined to make many different outfits. Co-Chairs Annie Blumenson and Marilyn Newman wore the fashions along with Julie Parks, Tobie Wheelock, Mina Thompson, Mariann Porter and Leslie McLean Daughter Chloe, wife Stella and Tennis Pro Robbie Salum LRC Get Together Welcomes New Pro Club Manage Kevin Richards and Robbie Ladies in Red. a.k.a. Valentine’s Day Party Committee: (L to R) Lathryn Wilburn, Stella Lipp (Chair)k, Shirley Brodsky, Bonnelly Donnelly, Patricia Decker, Julie Parks, Lois Dowd and Leslie McLeanm\ Guest of Honor Dee Ricapito and Valentine Day Party Chair Stella Lipp A cheese and cracker tray by Ingeborg Herdegen fed the guests! Page photo credit: Leslie McLean Valentines Party Honors Dee Ricapito This was a Valentine's Day Party run by a committee with a CIA affiliation. While publicly planning the party they worked behind the scenes to also make it a surprise party honoring Landings Community Leader, Dee Ricapito. All 96 of the guests kept the secret, surprising the guest of honor, according the party chair Stella Lipp. Dee has been PR Chair of the Landings Management Association where she has been part of “landing an eagle at the gate,” and spearheading the return of The Eagle newspaper to your mailbox. She has brought a sense of community to LMA meetings and encouraged development of other community and LRC events. The party featured Chinese dinner, danceable music coordinated by a DJ and a brief appearance by a barber shop quartet. Our Eagle stringer reporter don’t reveal whether there was “dancing till dawn” or not! April 2003 - Landings Eagle - Page 13 Marilyn Newman’s Recipe Corner Good Turnout at Meyer Book Signing Hazel’s Chicken Back by popular demand! 4—Chicken (bone in) Breasts In a large baking pan slice large onions. Coat both sides of breasts with Hunts Barbecue Sauce (or other of your choice). Coat just the tops of the breasts, but not too thickly, with Saucy Susan (found in the Chinese section of the market) . Retired Eagle Editor Joanne Meyer spoke before 50 people gathering at Barnes & Noble, February 14, an appropriately chosen day to sign her mystery, Heavenly Detour, bedecked with a valentine heart on its cover. Place 1 inch slice of red, yellow or green sweet pepper on each chicken breast for decoration. Preheat oven to 350° - Pour about 1 inch of water in the pan before baking. Avoid pouring directly on the chicken. Bake about 1 hour. Serves four, can be doubled for more. Landins Jerry and Carole Welch get their signed copy from Joanne (right). Marianne Menchinger Custom Painting , Inc. 8 228-8034 8 Licensed & Insured Reliable, Professional, Courteous Free Estimates Coach House - Annual Rental $1450/month Unfurnished Large 3BR/2BA, Upper floor, Preserve View, Garage, short walk to Landings Racquet Club—membership included, Tennis, Health Club, Pool, Spa, Sauna & Social Events. Casey Realty Corp. 922-3391 Gecko’s Grill & Pub American Pub Food With a Gourmet Twist Voted Best Bar for 5 Years 11 TV’s with surroundsound Serving food until 1 AM every night Where everybody knows your name Happy Hour 4 - 7 “At the Landings” 4870 S. Tamiami Tr. 923-8896 Page 14 - April 2003 - Landings Eagle Landings Flyboys Meeting Don Smally The Flyboys met for their monthly hanger flying session Wednesday March 5 at the Clubhouse. Members there were J. J. Frey, Jack Greyson, Len Gumley, Ed Handleman, Joe Hartshorn, George Johnson. Bill Myers, Eric Pasquini,Don Smally, and Fred Tiemann. We had guests--Jack Lamb a visitor to the Landings from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Nasby Wynn, a member of the famed Tuskegee Airmen of World War II, and Paul DeGaeta who writes about servicemen in the Sarasota Herald-Tribune. Jack Lamb was a true “Bush Pilot. He operated a family owned flying service in northern Canada for many years. In that part of the world the airplane is the only way to transport people and freight. He told us of landing on frozen lakes and Landings Learning Group 2003 Schedule WED. APRIL 9: DR. WILMA HAMILTON: Superintendent of Sarasota Schools: The state of education in Sarasota. Monthly at the LRC, 3:30 To 5:00.PM Registration $20.00 for the series, $5.00 for individual events. Refreshments. Join us. Sign up at the Club. (LtoR) Front: Joe Hartshon, Jack Greyson, Len Gumly, Ed Handelman, Bill Myers Back Row: George Johnson, Eric Pasquini, Nasby Wynn, Don Smally, Fred Tiemann, J. J. Frey. Jim Lamb Photo Paul DeGaeta flying without the many navigational aids available to today’s pilots. Nasby Wynn told of his experiences in the early forties in a very segregated army and a very segregated country. He learned to fly as a teenager in the Westchester County area of New York and entered the army ready to fly! He went through formal pilot training and made it despite bigoted instructors and having to take the training at the much-disliked Keesler Field in segregated Mississippi. He was preparing to go overseas as a B-25 pilot when the atomic bomb ended the war. He shared a video of portions of the movie The Tuskegee Airmen. It told the story about the black pilots whose famous fighter escort squadron aided in the war effort over the skies of Italy and Germany. White bomber pilots at first objected to black pilots flying cover for them but grew to appreciate them as they proved how good they were. Not a single bomber was lost with the Tuskegee Airmen flying cover, and many German planes were downed. Ristorante Italian Italia n After the war, Nasdy tried to get a job with the airlines but segregation still ruled. He NOW in Sarasota, joined the NY state police from the Isle of Naples force as a trooper and as a pilot. He eventually became a corporate pilot. Since retiring Authentic Italian Dining Seven Days a Week to our area he flies out of Sarasota- Bradenton airport. Paul DeGaeta talked about dinner 4:30 4:30--10 pm M-F his HT column and the Char4:30 4:30--11 pm, Sat & Sun lotte County War Museum. He taped a few words by 4500 S. Trail - 921 921--9850 each member and wants to 3 blocks north of The Landings come back to our meetings. The next scheduled meet- Catering & Private Parties ing of the flyers is noon, Handcrafted Venetian Wednesday, April 2 at the Racquet Club. All of you Carnival Masks on Display former, and present, pilots, navigators, bombardiers and Visit our first location: air crewmen pack yourself a peanut butter sandwich and join us for a pleasant discussion on flying, and other things. Via Borbonica 38 Ischia Ristorante Mamma Teresa Napoli, Italy April 2003 - Landings Eagle - Page 15 Recommend Your Favorite Vendors These vendors have been recommended by fellow Landin's. Listing is for a maximum of two issues. The complete and continuing list is updated monthly at Tennis Notes 2d Annual Sarasota Pro Doubles Classic www.LandingsEagle.com. Check the fine print at the end of this column. Date of first listing in (parenthesis). Send us your additions. Computer *Thomas Schwartz 371-1367 (3/03) Jason Cohen 350-6496 (3/03) *multiple recommendations Landscape Planning & Install Richard Anderson 953-5322 (3/03) Mike Pohl - Pool Care 378-0707 (3/03) Richard Fey Tree Service 377-0643 (3/03) This is the “fine print.” 1. You supply us in writing (e-mail or letter) the name, service provided and phone number for a vendor you use and can recommend for home services. (Retail outlets and nonresidential services do not qualify.) Categories included are at the sole discretion of the Eagle. 2. Supply your name and phone number so we may verify. 3. The Eagle will list the vendors in the next issue. A second recommendation, from a different household, will bring a second listing in the next issue and a designation of having been recommended by more Downtown than one Landin. 4. Listings are limited to on Orange two issues. After two at Main issues, vendors remain on 365-8775 the recommended list at the 10-4 M--F www.LandingsEagle.com, 10-2 Sat website. 5. There is no charge for these two listings South on 6. The Eagle reserves the Stickney Point right to solicit the vendor to in a future 922-3912 advertise “Landin’s Recommend” next to annual supplement. 7. NeitherThe Eagle nor The Granary 1-5 Tues-Sat the recommending Landin assume any responsibility or liability for the work of the vendor. Share the good ones with Look & Feel Better your neighbors! Send us the names of your: by Tonight housekeepers, baby sitters, caregivers, painters, handypersons, carpenters, Also Facials by cabinet makers, lawn maintenance people, Heat/ Karolina AC, tree trimmers, sprinkler the non-surgical facelift repairer, roofer, etc. Boutiques 266-0794 (L to R) Team Landings: Roger Knapp & Erik Luxembourg; Tournament Director Bob Luxembourg, Team El Conquistador: Lee Harang & Egan Adams, Sunday, March 2d the 2d Annual Sarasota Pro Doubles Classic was held at the LRC. Roger Knapp & Erik Luxembourg representTeam Serendipity: Team Laurel Oaks: ing the LRC won their Craig McSmythe & John James & Kevin Lechlitner Stove Martin semi-final over Laurel Oaks. John Janes & Steve Martin, 6-3. In the other semi-final Egan Adams & Lee Harang representing the El Conquistador Tennis Club defeated Serendipity Pro’s Craig McSmythe & Kevin Lechlitner, 6-3. In the final, El Con defeated The Landings, 7-6, 6-4. The 90 spectators enjoyed outstanding tennis. Guy Mileni umpired and Robbie Salum & Bob Luxembourg organized the event. Bob contributed the $400 in prize money. Senior Doubles Exhibition OPEN: MONDAY—SATURDAY 11:30AM—9:00PM CLOSED SUNDAY LRC Tennis Director, Robbie Salum & Tournament Director, Bob Luxembourg. On Sunday, February 23, a Senior Doubles Exhibition was held. World champions Lorne Main & Joe Bachmann defeated LRC members Mike Davies & Bob Luxembourg, but the large crowd agreed the tennis play was wonderful. New Tennis Director Robbie Salum umpired the event that he and Bob Luxembourg arranged. Jerry Don contributed the $100 prize money for the winners. CORAL COVE PLAZA 7286 S. TAMIAMI TRAIL 941- 929-1570 INDOOR & OUTDOOR CATERING AVAILABLE TAKE-OUT AVAILABLE CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED NO SMOKING 941-929-1570 Page 16 - April 2003 - Landings Eagle News from the reehouses by Barbara Blumenthal The monthly Treehouse Association Board meeting, combined with a membership meeting, was held on Feb. 26. Five of the seven Board members were present. Jim Letellier and Barbara O'Connor were away. Ed Leopold reported that the decks on the boardwalk would be completed at the end of next week and painting by the end of March. Then the builders will start on the "punch list",(the small repairs that were overlooked or resulted from the renovation.) A proposal has been prepared of the plants to be installed after completion of the renovation. Plants will be shade, drought, and salt tolerant. Planting will be coordinated with irrigation system repairs. All sprinklers will be tied in to the clock-timer. Alex Scott reported that a few owners have been making exterior repairs to their houses without approval from the Board. This is contrary to the rules and regulations. Treehouse owners are advised to read the rules in their green handbooks. Unauthorized changes to the exterior may have to be removed. Following the membership meeting, the new Board took office. Three members of the old Board; Joe Ely, Lou Fur- long, and Pat Martin resigned and did not run again. All members were thanked for their outstanding service and given a vigorous round of applause. The new Board members are, Don McMurray, Alex Scott, and Ken Starr. The new Board elected Don McMurray, President, Betty Wolfson, Secretary, and Ken Starr, Treasurer. Alex Scott will continue as Architecture Committee Chairman, and Joe Ely will continue as Landscape Chairman. The election of Vice President was postponed. Pat Martin suggested that Board meetings be held less often, perhaps every two or three months. It was decided to wait until the renovation is completed to make this decision. The next Treehouse Board meeting will be held on Wed., March 26 at 7:00, P.M. in the poolside room Landings Map Available at the Main Gate If you need extra copies of the Landings Map published in The Eagle several months ago just ask at the gate. It contains updated street names and the new names of the Lakes as well as the number they went by previously. When you have friends visiting ask them to request one as well. Capital Properties & Services your Neighborhood Realtors® Fresh Flowers make THE difference Celebrate the Easter Season Reach out to Friends & Family Easter is April 20th, Plan Early! Ask about our “Bouquet of the Month” the Gift that Lasts All Year Long A Beautiful Florist 4141 S. Tamiami Trail Your Landings Florist up the Trail at Chili’s Plaza 941-924-7673 800-881-1007 4956 South Tamiami Trail (In The Landings) Sarasota, FL 34231 941-921-1000 www.CPSBrokers.com Cecilia Beles Realtor© TOLL-FREE 1-866-921-0001 Roxanne Foley Realtor© Creative Solutions For All Your Real Estate Needs Residential Commercial 1031 Exchange Investor's Alert—$135,900-$139,900 Brand New 2 BR/2BA Condos — Prime location close to downtown, shopping & I-75. Complex offers two pools and direct views of the Bobby Jones Golf Course. . Thinking of Selling? Ask about our “flexible fee” plan. You select the services and the fee. It’s your home…your decision. April 2003 - Landings Eagle - Page 17 Ferraris LRC –Jazz By The Pool April 20 –PM—5pm RISTORANTE & CATERING Best little restaurant in town 929-7900 7 days a week Dinner 4:30 - 10 pm Call about private parties Specialty Cakes the bright yellow place, one light south of Bee Ridge at 4115 S. Trail, Sarasota Connections for Seniors Meeting Home Care needs of You and Yours Assisting with activities of daily living Transportation to shopping, social activities and professional appointments. Paperwork, meal prep, light housekeeping. Multi-lingual FL Lic:228449 Bonded & Insured Connections for Seniors custom tailors our caregivers to your individual needs. 486-8394 483-1527 The highly praised Sarasota jazz and swing band, Jennifer and the Venturas, will bring their stylish flair of musical sophistication to the Landings Racquet Club pool party on Sunday, April 20th, 2003 from 3 to 5 pm. The group, consisting of the popular song stylist Jennifer Sweat, drummer Art Siegel, bassist J.P. Cooley, guitarist Greg Poulos, and saxophonist Mark Gould, will continue the annual pool party tradition started by Ed Benedetto and which featured the music of the late, great saxophonist Jerry Jerome. The program will be produced by Len Gumley under the sponsorship of the Racquet Club Social Committee. There is an $8 charge, paid in advance, or $10 at the door. Please remember to bring your food and drink. Be prepared to have a great time! The Most Complete Mailing & Packaging Center Convenient to The Landings Coral Cove Plaza, 3 miles South on the Trail M-F 8:30am-5:50pm, Sat. 9:30am-1pm, Closed Sun. Packaging, Crating, Moving Supplies Shipping — Letters to Breadboxes to Surfboards B&W-Color Printing. Business Cards Mailbox Services—Secure 24 Hour Access, Faxing, Mail Forwarding Money Transfers, Office & Mailing Supplies 7350 S. Trail Coral Cove Plaza April 7 we become “The UPS Store” 941-922-4321 fax 941-923-5254 Page 18 - April 2003 - Landings Eagle LRC President’s Report LRC Manager’s Report by Bob Fernander by Kevin Richards, LRC Manager Is the club house more beautiful or what? The color scheme selected by Ann Hall and her committee appears to have struck the visual effect we had all anticipated. It compliments the pool areas and gives a light, pleasant blending with the surroundings. Kudos to Ann. Last year after much study the board approved the purchase of a portable defibrillator and training sessions for staff and other interested people. Thursday morning March 13, 2003 LRC President , the defibrillator is Bob Fernander credited with saving the life of one of our members. I’m sure there is a more detailed account of this incident in The Eagle but we as a board are pleased we acted on member’s suggestions to purchase it in the first place. Remember, your interest is the most important business of this board. Perhaps you should know the committee chairpersons for the 2003 year. Lou Furlong is heading up the Tennis Committee and has appointed a great committee. He will be working closely with Colin Wendell, the LRC Board representative and Robbie, the new pro to incorporate some of his ideas. Lisa Overdevest and Leslie McLean have agreed to Co-chair the Social Committee. Ralph Ricapito is chairman of the Fitness Center and Library and Judy Greene is House Committee Chairman to work closely with Kevin. If you should have any interest in serving on any of the committees, please call and let them know. I personally have been absent much of March due to double knee replacement surgery. All went well and I hope to be back full speed soon. First, I want to once again welcome all our new staff members. Our new tennis pro, Robbie Salum started on the 19th of February and has been very busy since then. Robbie is offering some great deals for our members so if your "game" needs a little help (and whose doesn't), come by the Pro Shop and sign-up for a lesson or two!! If you like saving even more money, take a series of 6 lessons and pay for only 5!!! We also have a new Pro Shop Manager. Her name is Sheryn Deis and she started the 1st week in March. Sheryn is replacing Lynda Ryden who along with her husband Jason, moved back to Texas. Come by and say hi to Sheryn. Our last new addition to the LRC Staff is our afternoon court maintenance guy, Bill Woodward. Bill brings a lot of court experience to the job and also has been trained to work the Pro Shop!! By the time this is printed (sometime in April) the painting of the entire facility will be completed and we will have finished our 2003 Club Championships. Hopefully, you like the paint job and you took part in our annual Championships and had a lot of fun!! I thank you all once again for all your support these past six years (have I been here that long??) - and I look forward to serving as your Club Manager for years to come. NOTICE: New LRC e-mail address [email protected] JIM KACZKA Painting Cntractor Quality Workmanship At a Reasonable Price 927-3337 • 15 Years Local Experience • Landings References • Specializing in Custom Residential Repaints • Owner-Operated, Hands-on Personalized Service • Reliable, Honest, Licensed & Insured April 2003 - Landings Eagle - Page 19 LRC Board, February 13, 2003. Call to Order Meeting called to order at 2:03pm by Bob Fernander President. The following Directors were present: Bob Fernander, Jack Jost, Jere Berkey, Barbara Pendrell, Judy Greene, Ralph Ricapito and Colin Wendell. Kevin Richards, Club manager was present, as well as Bill Sutton and Kim Ueding of Manasota Management. Approval of January 2003 Minutes Motion made by J. Jost to “accept the minutes of Board of Directors meeting from January 16, 2003 as presented”. Seconded by Jere Berkey. Motion carried unanimously. Treasurer’s Report J. Berkey gave the report. He reviewed the financial for January from the Management Company. Manager’s report K. Richards gave the following report: Monthly court maintenance will be done this weekend. Pressure cleaning started last Monday, Feb. 10, 2003. Painting will start on Monday, Feb. 17, 2003. Created more space in the Treadmill room. Significant changes have taken place in the LRC staff. Lynda & Jason leaving. Bill Woodard will be doing afternoon court maintenance and some afternoons. Sheryn Deis will replace Lynda. She will be training the next two weeks and start full-time on March 4. No longer offering full benefits, starting with Sheryn Deis. Water cooler on tennis court will be repaired next week for $180.00. Looking into a 3rd heater for the pool. Another heater went out. The Club is now dealing with some serious electrical problems. Main electrical panel is not strong enough to deal with what is required. An Electrical company is coming in next week to evaluate what is needed to get everything to run, without problems. Standing Committee Pool and Spa Jay Eisner gave the following report: Symbiont Service came out to propose some things that need to be done. Proposal suggests re-doing some plumbing and piping, replace pump in lake, and installing the 3rd heater. Install a Digitized Thermostat. Cost will run $14,300.00. Will be able to start the work in August or September, pay 1/2 in 2003 and budget the other half for 2004. This does not include the electrical work that also needs done. Motion made by J. Jost “ to proceed with the work in the proposal at the cost of $14,300.00 to be paid half out of 2003 and half out of 2004 budget”. Seconded by R. Ricapito. Motion carried unanimously. Social Program Two chairperson Leslie and Lisa. Only two events planned so far: Valentines Day and Meet the new pro, which will be Friday the 21st from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Landscaping: Hazeltine is coming the 20th to do walk-through and will then do a landscape design and proposal. The cost for his landscaping design will run $65.00 an hour. Tennis L. Furlong gave report. He gave everyone on the Board a handout with everything, they are currently dealing with. Some of highlighted items include: Guest fee and policy discussed and will be dealt with in the future and then brought to the Board of Directors. Robbie gave the proposed schedule of new rates to the committee. Fitness Center R. Ricapito gave the following report: Looking to re-arrange equipment Treadmills – electrical circuits keep going out while in use. Treadmills are actually tripping the circuits. Discussed utilizing the suna area to extend the fitness area. Number of tennis players dwindling, looking at the future of tennis playing. House—No report Old Business Pool Heating proposal, Already dealt with. Staff Uniforms—Shirts that have been ordered, were shown to the Board. They will be white and gray. The shirts will be worn with Khaki pants. C. Handicapped Pool Ladder—Proposal for a 4-step ladder would be $700.00 plus installation. Another proposal would be $1,500.00 for ladder and installation. Long discussion about the reasoning for a handicap ladder. Final decision was that the ladder is too highly priced when a handicapped person can easily get out of the water in the shallow-end on the steps. K. Richards will let the one person who made the request that the Board of Directors had decided that the new ladder is not feasible. For Handicap access- the persons can use the stairs at the shallow end of the pool. It was also discussed, that the shower cannot be moved. Landscape Status Already discussed. Other Items to be discussed Acoustic Committee will go to St. Thomas More Church to look at their acoustics. New Business New Pro Status Contract is close to being finalized, will be discussed in the closed session. Father/Son & Super Sr. Tournaments Will be discussed in the closed session. Other items VCR – The VCR is eating tapes. K. Richards given approval to look into purchasing a VCR/DVD player to replace the old one. Adjournment Meeting adjourned at 3:06 p.m. KARL EHMERS — Sarasota’s Quality Butcher Shop for over 25 years Sarasota’s Original - Steakhouse, Deli & Butcher Shop Old Fashion Steakhouse Dining at its Best Lunch Mon—Sat 11:30am—3pm Dinner Tues-Sat 5pm-9:30pm 4520 S. Tamiami Trail One block North of The Landings at Field Road 922-3797 G 921-3798 Order Early for Easter Smoked Ham, Leg of Lamb, Duck, Rabbit, Pork Roast, Fresh Polish Kielbasa , Bockwurst (Veal Sausage) NEW-EHMERS Fresh, Quality Seafood Page 20 - April 2003 - Landings Eagle EAGLE’S EYE Landings Wildlife Rusty, the Wander Dog Chelydra serpentina osceola When Pam and Cliff Truitt moved to their Landings Treehouse 18 months ago they brought memories of their recently deceased Labrador. A replacement to the loved companion would have to wait until after the remodeling was done, then until after the holidays. Al the time thinking about what kind of dog might be appropriate for the smaller Treehouse quarters. A friend told them all about Brittanys and about American Brittany Rescue, a national non-profit dedicated to seeking homes for adoptable Brittanys. The organization has “foster parents” located in various cities. The Truitts were put in touch with foster parents who had temporary custody of a reddish-tan and white bundle of energy. They had saved him from a pound in Keansville, Osceola Count, Florida. The foster parents had also taken him to the vet for a check up and insertion of a microchip assuring future identification. After the Truitts had duly passed necessary inspections they took on the still nameless character for a trial period. He picked up his name quickly. Not from his rusty color spots, but from his dexterous rustling of his new owners evening meal off the countertop. Thus The Rustler, is now Rusty for short. He’s a sweet, loveable gentle dog. He does show inbred hunting instincts occasionally as he takes a “pointer position” encouraging “dad” to shoot one of the family cats. Fortunately Cliff isn’t a hunter! Rusty tried for a while to sneak op on the cats, and gently “nose” them off the ground. Now he just looks for the cats who have learned to keep one hiding place ahead of Rusty. But mischievous Rusty’s wandering days were not over. After a long walk his leash was unhooked only a few feet from the door. He bolted! The Truitts set out on a search, talked to the Main Gate, asked people walking in the Landings. . .no one had seen him. A call to the County Dog Pound provided a tip. PetSmart, in the Landings Plaza. PetSmart Store Director, Woody Walburn explains: We received a call form the folks at New York Clockwise, Rusty, Pam and Cliff Truitt Hair asking what to do with This Florida Snapping Turtle was wandering in the middle of Landings Blvd. between Heron Way and Pintail Way. He didn't take well to being moved to the grass by Landin Larry Fleming, who quickly recognized him/her as a snapping turtle after being attacked. The better part of valor called for enticing turtle onto the grass without lifting it. Best advice: Leave them alone. Their jaws are strong and they will snap very quickly. One snap could bite off a finger. They are usually found in water with only eyes showing and do not sun themselves as other turtles do. More at: http://pelotes.jea.com/AnimalFact/Reptile/snapturt.htm add DIMENSIONS to Your Style Frank Maggese Stylist - Colorist Landings References 2881 Clark Road #13 • 927-4429 April 2003 - Landings Eagle - Page 21 a dog they found behind the store. We told them to bring him over and we’d try to find the owner. Between the store and Banfield we do our best to assist stray animals on a temporary basis. We’re happy to help.” The Truitts arrived to find Rusty sleeping off his great adventure, being treated royally after a once-over by BanfieldThe Pet Hospital’s vet. He’s since been enrolled in the PetSmart obedience school! Pam and Cliff are grateful to their Landings Plaza neighbors. They also keep a close watch on Rusty, the Wander Dog. Breed rescue organizations can be found at: http://members.tripod.com/allaboutdogs/adoptionlinks.html http://www.americanbrittanyrescue.org/ Beginning with this issue “The Pet of the Month” will receive a $25 Gift Certificate, courtesy Pet owner, stop by the store with ID, paper and pet or picture of pet PetSmart Funds Charity PetSmart, through PetSmart Charities makes a significant contribution to Sarasota pets and their owners. The Society in Defense of Animals which shelters, rehabilitates and places lost or abandoned animals received $10,000 in support of their capital fund to build a new facility. SDA relies on volunteer individuals and families to provide housing on a “foster parent” basis until the animal can be placed in a permanent Professional Nail Care home. In 2002 the Sarasota AniFor Ladies and Gents mal Rescue Coalition League received $25,000 to Acrylics assist ARC’s spay and neuter clinics. The Furry Scurry Overlays annual event receives Manicures $1,000 a year. While PetSmart Charities Spa Pedicures is a national organization, all the monies raised in the Gels community stays in the Air Brush & community. Nail Art Nationally they have contributed over $21 million to Pink & White animal rescue organizations and found homes for over And, we’re right here 1.4 million pets. In The Landings To find out more about 4922 S. Tamiami Trail PetSmart Charities Call 1800-423-PETS, or visit their Mon-Sat 9am-7pm website: 921-9369 www.PetSmartCharities.org Pro Nails Walk-ins Welcome New Face at LRC Reception Desk That new face belongs to Sheryn Dise (pronounced “sharon dice”). In recent years she was in construction marketing of marble and granite materials as well as pool construction. But her heart is in an earlier job as manager of hospital and rehabilitation at the Pelican Man’s sanctuary on City Island. She still volunteers at the Pelican Man’s and the Amber Lake Wildlife in Englewood. She heard about the LRC job from longtime friend, Mina. In here spare time Sheryn sings Jazz and music from the 40’s and 50’s with a trio in Ft. Meyers. Drop by the club and say hello. The Eagle . . .Needs your skills! Writers, reporters, electronic artist, cartoonist Contribute your professional and/or creative talents Please call 925-8559 and let’s talk about The Quickest, Most Complete Source of Landings Information Legal Documents, The Greenbook, Current Weather, Recommended Vendors, Related Internet Links, Satellite Photo, LMA & LRC Minutes - most recent and historical, Color Map, Calendar and more! www.LandingsEagle.com Page 22 - April 2003 - Landings Eagle Eagle Classifieds — For Landings Residents & Staff Buy, sell, trade, offer or request services here. $2.50 per line/ Month —Two line minimum. Write your ad, 50 characters per line. Picture you supply additional $5.00, or We’ll shoot it here in the Landings for $15 first run, $5 each additional run. 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Regularly Scheduled Events Water Aerobics: Wednesdays & Fridays 9:30 am Yoga Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:15 am Aerobics: Mondays & Wednesdays 8:30 am Massage: Tuesdays (call 586-5349 for appt.)2:30 – 6:00 pm Submit calendar items E-mail: [email protected] 10% OFF WITH AD Your business card here—call 925-8559 Landings Clip-out Calendar Sun Mon 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 April 2003 - Landings Eagle - Page 23 April 2003 Tue Wed Thu Fri 1 8 15 22 29 day Tue Wed Thu Fri date 1 2 3 4 time 4pm 12noon 7pm 1-4pm 4pm Sun Mon 6 7 Tues 8 Wed 9 Thu 10 Fri 11 Sat Sun Mon Tue 12 13 14 15 Wed 16 Thu Fri Sun 17 18 20 Mon Tue 21 22 Wed Thu Mon Tue 23 24 28 29 3/5p 6:45pm 9:30am 4pm 6:45pm 7p 6:45p 4pm Wed 30 6:30p 4pm 6:45pm 7pm 9:30am 4pm 4pm 3:30-5p 6:30p 7pm 2-5pm 1-4pm 2-5pm 2-5pm 8a-1p 6:45pm 2pm 4:30p 3pm 6:30p 7p 2 9 16 23 30 3 10 17 24 4 11 18 25 May 2003 Sat 5 12 19 26 event Landoliers- Rehearsal Fly-Boys LMA Meeting Duplicate Bridge Land South I Brd Mtg DAYLIGHT SAVINGS STARTS Land Learning Gp.Mtg Bridge Club Champ Awards Party Koffee Klatch Landoliers- Rehearsal Carriage Hs. I Mtg LLG Dr. Wilma Hamilton.Sara. Sch Supt. Bridge Duplicate Bridge SupSr. Doubles Champ-USTA Duplicate Bridge SupSr. Doubles Champ-USTA SupSr. Doubles Champ-USTA SupSr. Doubles Champ-USTA Bridge LRC Board Mtg Basyview Mtg Landings South IV Mtg Bridge LHA Mtg Good Friday Easter Jazz by the Pool Concert $8-10 Bridge Koffee Klatch Landoliers- Rehearsal Bridge Duplicate Bridge Bridge Landoliers- Rehearsal Holocaust Rememberance Day Bridge Sun Mon Tue Wed 4 11 18 25 5 12 19 26 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 day Thu Tue Sun Tue Wed date 1 6 11 13 14 Thu 1 8 15 22 29 Fri 2 9 16 23 30 Sat 3 10 17 24 31 time 7pm 4pm event LMA Meeting Landoliers- Rehearsal MOTHER"S DAY 4pm Landoliers- Rehearsal 3pm Landings South IV Mtg 5pm Carriage House I Mtg Thu 15 7pm LHA Mtg Sat 17 ARMED FORCES DAY Tue 20 4:30pm Bayside Mtg. Bayside Mtg. Mon 26 MEMORIAL DAY Tue 27 4pm Landoliers- Rehearsal 4pm Carriage Hs. I Mtg Calendar reflects entries in the LRC Calendars Useful & Emergency Phone Numbers Verizon –Phone Service….1-800-483-1000 Comcast Cable…………………....371-6700 Emergency Animal Clinic………...923-7260 Poison Info Center…….…..1-800-282-3171 Waste Management ……………...924-1254 Landings Eagle…………………… 925-8559 Landing’s Gate………………… ..922-5531 Sheriff/Fire EMERGENCY …..…….…..911 Sheriff NON-Emergency…… …..951-5800 FPL—Florida Power & Light.….....917-0708 Landings Racket Club…...…….....923-3886 Argus Management…………….....927-6464 Life-threatening EMERGENCY: call 911 first, then call the gate. They will direct emergency vehicles Traditional Sushi & Roll Menu Wide variety Asian Specialty Dishes & Salads Dine-in Carry-out Free Delivery Landings Plaza 944-0393 Page 24 - April 2003 - Landings Eagle Landings Real Estate Database Address Price BR Bth Park Homes 1419 Peregrine Pt. Dr. $4,500,000 4 4.5 4 1400 Peregrine Pt. Dr. $3,300,000 4 4.5 4 1696 Pine Harrier Circle $739,000 4 3 2 1675 Landings Lane $719,000 4 5 2 4801 Peregrine Pt. Cir. W. $650,000 3 2.5 2 4639 Pine Harrier Dr $650,000 3 2.5 3 5133 Kestral Park Place $599,000 3 3 2 4715 Pine Harrier Dr $580,000 3 2.5 2 4653 Pine Harrier Dr $574,900 3 2.5 2 5104 Flicker Field Cir. $535,000 3 2.5 2 1741 Landings Way $525,000 3 3 2 4678 Pine Harrier Dr $469,000 3 3 2 Homes Sold 5197 Flicker Field Circle $845,000 4 3.5 3 1690 Pine Harrier $735,000 4 3 2 4937 Landings Court $580,000 4 3 2 Condos 5440 Eagles Point Cir 403 $1,395,000 3 3.5 3 1443 Landings Circle $400,000 3 2.5 1 1493 Landings Lake Dr $399,000 3 2.5 1 5400 Eagles Point Cir 305 $349,900 2 2 1 1450 Landings Cir 61 $329,000 3 2.5 1 1454 Landings Cir 62 $304,000 3 2.5 1 1474 Landings Circle 53 $299,999 3 2.5 1 4870 Kestral $298,900 2 2 1 5420 Eagles Point Cir 103 $294,900 2 2 1 4814 Kestral Park $285,000 2 2 1 1474 Landings Cir. 53 $279,000 3 3 1 4967 N Kestral Park Way 6 $275,000 2 2 1 1615 Starling Dr $269,995 3 3 1 5408 Eagles Point Cir #102 $269,500 2 2 1 5255 Heron Way $267,500 3 3 1 1639 Starling Dr $258,500 3 3 1 5273 Heron Way $249,500 3 3 1 5218 Landings Blvd 204 $222,500 2 2 1 5228 Landings Blvd $217,000 2 2 1 1638 Starling Dr 105 $198,000 2 2 1 Condos Pending 5457 Eagles Point Cir 5457 $495,500 3 2.5 2 1451 Landings Circle $459,000 3 2.5 2 5410 Eagles Point Cir 202 $450,000 3 2 2 1690 Starling Dr $249,000 3 2 1 1644 Starling Dr. $230,000 2 2 1 Condos Sold 1367 Landings Dr 1 $307,000 3 2.5 1 5400 Eagles Point Cir. $297,000 3 2 1 5420 Eagles Point Cir. #104 $260,000 2 2 1 5031 Kestral Park $259,500 2 2 1 1702 Starling Dr. $230,000 2 2 1 Based on information from Realtor.com & Sarasota Property Appraiser Sarasota Association of Realtors for the period ending 3/10/03. These properties listed and sold by various MLS participating offices ADVERTISEMENT Judy Greene- The Landings Specialist Getting to Know You The Door Really Is Open A year ago I introduced the now familiar blue open sign welcoming you to the neighborhood. But it is more than just a sign announcing an open house. It’s an invitation to look at a home even if you aren’t considering buying right now. And, yes, it’s also an invitation to get acquainted , just say hi or ask questions you may have about Sarasota real estate. After all the years I’ve lived in The Landings I do know many of you, but certainly not all. The open invitation has rewarded me with many new acquaintances over the past year. I welcome old friends and soon-to-befriends. It's a great way to get to know each other before you need Realtor services. Judy Featured Listing 4801 PEREGRINE POINT CIRCLE W. $650,000 MLS# 228514 Executive, contemporary, Landings home. Gourmet kitchen, granite counter tops, built-in double oven, warming tray. Hardwood floors. French doors off family room, living room and master bedroom, leading to outstandingly landscaped, caged pool. Fireplaces in M.B. and family room. Circular drive surrounded by mature trees. This home is perfect for entertaining. Don't miss this exceptional home. Judy Greene Office: 941-349-3444 Res: 941-925-7757 Fax: 941-349-4333 Email: [email protected] Check Sarasota Listings at www.MichaelSaunders.com Michael Saunders & Company Licensed Real Estate Broker ADVERTISEMENT
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