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President’s Report By Norm Olshansky This was a great month. I got my second dose vaccine and the Bucs won the Super Bowl. Hopefully, now with Publix and other local sources providing vaccines, more people in the Landings will be able to get vaccinated. Please continue to be safe and wear masks. Congratulations to our New LMA Board members: Gary Kurnov, Cali Lampton, and Evita Ramberger as well as those reelected to the Board; Jim Goldman, Paul Weiner and Joan Koplin. Rounding out the Board are three members who did not have to run due to terms that have not yet been completed. They are: Jeff Smith, Roger Kidder and Me (Norman Olshansky). This election was the first where we had ballots submitted from 100% of Associations. The new board elected the following officers: President..... Norman Olshansky Vice President.......... Paul Weiner Treasurer................ Gary Kurnov Secretary........... Elita Ramberger As part of our effort to provide a high level of professional board leadership, the new board participated in a Board Orientation

on February 25th. Last month marked the last board meeting for Dick Bayles who has been a mainstay for LMA and our community. We plan to have a special recognition program in his honor in the coming months. He has agreed to continue his involvement on committees and with the transition to our new treasurer. Leaving the board due to term limits were Doug Day and Mike Knupp. Both have been important members of the board and I’m happy to report that they have agreed to continue to serve on key committees. I regret to inform you that

David Jacaruso passed away on January 28th. David had lived in the Landings and also was employed part time by LMA for maintenance work. Our condolences have been extended to his wife Marie and their extended family. Speeding continues to be an issue in the Landings. At our February meeting we suspended the use of the entry/exit decal of one of our residents who had multiple speeding violations within a one month period. Over the next few months we will address the repair to the bridge behind the Cloisters, the erosion by the steps leading to the gazebo, and engineering estimates for future roads work. We are recruiting additional members for our committees. If you are interested, please contact the following committee chairs: Landscaping............ Paul Weiner Security................... Mike Knupp Roads................ Elida Ramberger Drainage.................Roger Kidder Lakes............................ Jeff Smith Social ................... Cali Lampton Communications......Joan Koplin The Eagle........... Gordon Garrett

Budget and Finance................... Gary Kurnov Environmental............... Maralyn Kaufman Nature Trail .........David Osborn and Allison Taylor Nominating..............Joan Koplin Maintenance...............Ron Pierce Website......................Dick Bayles We are also looking for a new chair of our external affairs committee. I’m often asked how I am able to handle all of the issues that are on LMA’s plate. The simple answer is that I don’t. I have been blessed with an excellent board, our very professional property manager (Steve Brockenshire), and most important……. Committee chairs and members who handle the day to day operations of the association. There have been a lot of new people arriving in the Landings. Unfortunately, due to covid, this past year has seen few social events and opportunities for people to get to know each other. Activities at the club have also been limited. Hopefully, we can look forward, by the end of the year, to a return to normalcy.

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The Covid-19 pandemic has badly impacted the art world. Even here at The Landings, we sadly had to forgo our art shows and concerts last year as well as this year. Nevertheless, our wonderful Landings com mu n it y has come together here and there, in small gatherings. Aren’t you thankful for having patios, parking lots and driveways these days? I also have gotten to know and appreciate so many more of my neighbors and I am truly thankful for this unexpected gift. This is how I heard about Marlene Stowe, an internationally known luxury jewelry designer. Because of the pandemic and social distancing, I found it difficult to visit and write about artists, but I met Marlene, a very elegant and inspiring woman, at a friend’s patio where she brought samples of her amazing creations. Marlene Stowe spent her childhood in Nice, France where her father was a n importer of fabrics. She was educated in Switzerland and she wa nt e d t o b e c om e a doctor. While studying at the Sorbonne in Paris, her father passed away and she had to return to Nice. There she was left with a lot of fabrics, so she decided to t r y

Marlene Stowe and some of her jewelry creations.

her hand at designing clothes. There was a lot of high-end couture on the Cote D’Azur, in Nice and Monte Carlo, where she quick ly became a respected designer. After moving to New York City, she continued designing luxury dresses. As she was Married to a Belgian diamond cutter, she tried her hand at designing jewelry, at first for just a few friends in Houston, Texas. She was so successful with her creations that she decided to make it her business. This led to a 30year career of designing and traveling to promote her luxury creations. Her busi ness was known as “Marlene Stowe-

Atelier Bijoux”. Her jewels were sold at Saks here in Sarasota, Neiman Marcus in Bar Harbor, ME, Fort Lauderdale, FL, and many others in the country. Because she developed t ie s i n S a ra s o t a, she purchased a place at the Landings in 2001 which she only used part time until she became a fulltime resident in 2017. Marlene Stowe showed me a collection of beautifully crafted rings, amazing pins, necklaces and earrings with lots of diamonds, pearls and other gemstones. What caught my attention is the sculptural quality of her work which is elegant and simple in design. It was

created for women who need special and unique pieces for high-end affairs. Ah… the days when you really dressed up to go to out! Today, Marlene enjoys her retirement, but her work is still available in various places: 1stdibs. com has a Marlene Stowe ga l ler y page a s do e s artnet.com.

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In Burt’s memory, the condo association has thoughtfully placed a memorial bench, directly across from our happy home of 30 years. With landscaping and pavers, my family endearingly refers to the outdoor reflecting area as “Burt’s Park.” Each day, I wipe the morning dew from Burt’s bench and have myself a moment of quiet reflection. To my delight and surely Burt’s pride, visitors stop by throughout the day on a walk or with a glass of wine. They share a memory or a chat in honor of my “Mensch” on the bench and the love of my life. In Burt’s words, he asked to “Please write a thank-you in The Landings paper to all my friends and neighbors, not mutually exclusive.” With tears of humility and a charming boyish gasp of laughter, he continued, “I just have too many friends here to thank individually.” It comforted him to know I would not be alone, living amongst truly authentic and caring people, after his passing. I have been embraced, included and checked-in on throughout these last difficult months. As I begin to navigate, on my own, the life Burt passionately taught me to embrace, I feel blessed and grateful for each new day and the solace that comes with my mensch’s bench. With hand on heart and with Burt’s blessing, Sandy Frank

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LMA Meeting Notes LMA President Norm Olshansky began Zoom meeting by making the following announcements during his president’s report: • Ol sh a n sk y a n nou nced Dav id Jacaruso died on January 28. Condolences were extended to his wife Marie. She plans to continue his work with LMA a nd Ol sh a n sk y w i l l me e t w it h t he appropriate people to discuss how to move forward. • It’s believed that more Associations part icipated i n the elect ion process this year than ever before. They were thanked for participating in the “Meet the Candidates” evening and for submitting ballots. Every Association submitted their ballots on time. • Thanks were given to Joan Koplin and the Nominating Committee for their excellent recruitment efforts. • Several security issues and repair and maintenance issues will be addressed at this meeting. • The new Boa rd will pa rt icipate in a Board Orientation event later in February. All candidates and current board members are encouraged to attend. • The new landscaping company has completed its first month and work in several areas has been noted and appreciated. • Repair of the bridge near the Cloisters, erosion of the steps by the Gazebo and engineering estimates for future roads work will be addressed over the next few months. • Anyone interested in participating in committee work should contact the new LMA President. • This meeting marked the last night Dick Bayles would be serving on the Boa rd. Ol sh a n sk y cou ld not t h i n k of a nyone pa st or c u r rent who h a s contributed more than Dick Bayles in making The Landings so special. His cumulative knowledge and experience w i l l b e i r replaceable. H i s yea r s of service and dedication will be formally acknowledged at a future event.

FINANCE REPORT

Tr e a s u r e r, D i c k B ayle s r e p o r t e d annual expenses would be under budget primarily due to underspending by the Landscape Committee. In addition, expenses for the roads project were less than the highest projection. Homeowners Association President, Bill Whitman expressed high praise for the road work.

MANAGER’S REPORT

Landing’s Manager, Steve Brockenshire reported the following: • Two priority items in the works are repair of the bridge near the Cloisters and Nature Trail issues. A restoration company and a retired engineer, now a handy man, are going to recommend a solution. Green Scapes is submitting a

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second bid within the next week. Their first bid was $10,000, but included 391 feet of trail. The plan is to scrape the trail, re-contour the trail for better drainage and lay stone less apt to wash away. The stone will be small enough that walking and riding bikes can be done easily. Suggestions were made to enlist the help of volunteers, possibly Scouts who are residents and others to save money by laying the stone. Olshansky thanked the residents for the idea and the Board would consider the idea moving forward.

BOARD ORIENTATION

Board member Joan Koplin reported the Board Orientation event in late February is for new and existing board members. Valuable information has been compiled for this program. Committee guidelines, a detailed budget review and additional i n for m at ion w i l l b e r ev iewe d a nd discussed to help every board member do their work effectively and efficiently. Legal responsibilities, Sunshine Law implications and other issues will also be discussed. Most board members will be serving the Landing’s Management Association for the first time.

SAFETY AND SECURITY

Chairman Michael Knupp reported his committee recommended the suspension of a resident’s entry decal after three speeding violations in less than 30 days and a fourth, soon thereafter. All these violations were in excess of 10 mph over the posted speed limits. The board was asked to vote on this suspension. The resident has the right to appeal this decision to an independent Appeals Board. A motion was made to suspend, and the motion passed. Knupp reported the theft of holiday gift and real estate transaction funds from the gatehouse. An initial investigation is proceeding with the guard company and if the results are not satisfactory, a further investigation will be launched with the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office. In 2019, a dump truck entered the North Gate causing substantial damage. Then, after delivering its contents, substantially damaged the exit gate while leaving the property. After the company and driver were identified, a County Sheriff issued a warrant and arrested the driver. Knupp was notified about a week ago, after a few trials and appeals, the driver was found guilty. Reimbursement of repairs and court costs to The Landings may follow.

EAGLES NEST AREA

The ENA Committee is requesting a reimbursement of about $100 for the use of Survey Monkey. A motion was made to reimburse the expense once an invoice is provided. The motion passed.

ENVIRONMENTAL

Committee chair, Maralyn Kaufman-

David, Ph.D. reported receiving a call from the non-profit group, Sarasota Bay Watch. The organization is dedicated to restoring coastal eco systems utilizing citizen participation. An event to cleanup marine debris in Philippi Creek along the area of the Gazebo was being planned. They were requesting permission to enter the area because of posted no trespassing signs and inviting residents to participate in the effort. A motion was made to permit the Sarasota Bay Watch organization access to the property from the water on Sunday, March 21 and to allow the Environmental Committee permission to recruit residents. The motion passed.

DRAINAGE

Co-Chair, Michael Knupp and Roger Kidder reported the retaining wall of the ditch on the corner of Landings Boulevard was rebuilt and the ditch cleaned by Aquagenix. The cost was $2,311. Several drainage issues left over from the Santec paving project were completed by C Squared. Th is included a new cement storm runoff at the corner of PPC North and PPC West. The primary cause of the 5158 Kestral Park Terrace subsidence problem is still a mystery. The storm water line was cleaned by Total Pipeline and videoed by Greater Bay Plumbing and no cause was found. Large areas of the front lawn and driveway are continuing to collapse. The next step is to dig up the driveway. An arborist looked at the Live Oak and determined the roots could be cut under the driveway without killing the tree. The project is expected to be expensive. Total Pipeline also cleaned the drainage box and storm water line at the end of Kestral Park Place.

LAKES

Committee Chair Jeff Smith reported five of the nine lakes needed attention or repair this month. Lake 9: Aquagenix installed a new motor and pump which repaired the fountain. The lakes mud flap becomes more prominent during the dry season. The Landings is mandated to keep the littoral area which is inspected by the county for compliance. Improvement of the lake by planting native water plants is being discussed with interested Association Presidents. The cost of the project is $700. Lake 7: The fountain lights are being repa i red a nd on ly a shor t delay i s expected. Lake 6: Timer and circuit breaker issues occurred on both fountains. The best way to re-cover the open vault discovered in the lake is being discussed as a safety concern. Lake 5: Two areas of failed rip-rap will

be replaced. Lake 4: The timer which was temporarily fixed on the East fountain will be replaced by an electrician. The committee is working with Association Presidents a nd t he Env i ron menta l Committee to resolve issues with the grate on top of the vault. Lake 3: The fountain has been temporarily shut down for repair to a ruptured float. A short delay is expected. Algae issues have lessened due to cooler weather and both fountains have been cleaned. Lake 2: The installation of rip-rap and removal of invasive vegetation is underway. Replacing erosion protection of the culvert (outlet) which is collapsed in some places will also be part of the project. All aspects of the project are being discussed with the Treehouse Association President and their Drainage Committee.

LANDSCAPING

Landscaping chair, Paul Weiner reported the completion of renovations on three islands at a cost of $5,665.26. This included islands 2, 37 and 62 at the South Gate entrance.

Landings Directory New owners in The Landings since last month’s issue: Mark & Michele Engdahl, 1612 Starling Dr John & Robbyn Liesching, 5420 Eagles Point Cir #204 Antony Borthwick, 1413 Cedar Bay Ln A PDF version of the directory is available on The Landings website and is updated annually on November 1st only. For current information, residents should use the online resident directory on the Landings website: www.thelandingsofsarasota.com/login as their source for current directory listings a nd La nd i ngs i n for m at ion. Di re c tor y information is updated on the site no less often than weekly and changes are made to other Landings information when available. If you want current information, use the website! I encou rage ever y resident to che ck their online directory listing for accuracy. Additions, changes, or corrections to the on li ne di rector y may be requested by filling out the form available on the online Residents Directory page or by e-mail to: landngs.directory@gmail.com.

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Racquet Club News | LRC President’s Report It’s mid-February as I type my first article, but I feel like it’s Thanksgiving. So many people to thank, so many things to be thankful for. But let’s start with Dick Bayles, our LRC Board member for 12 years and LRC Board President for 11 years – someone who’s irreplaceable yet has to be replaced. Dick’s contributions are too numerous to list – but let’s just say – he’s our Tom Brady of the LRC Board. Thank you for all you have done, Dick, as you have left the LRC in far better shape as you move from the President’s chair. Fair winds and following seas, Dick. We’re also thankful for Kevin Lechlitner, our GM. He’s been leading and improving the LRC for almost 15 years – my how time flies. But our Club is so much better off with him at the helm – thank you Kevin. And our Pro’s – Mo and Jen – we’re thankful for their world class teaching skills – not to mention their incredible tennis ability. And thanks to Edvin, Hans and Ruben for keeping our courts the best in Florida – they truly are kept in tip top condition. Last but not least – thanks to Gary and Diana for keeping our court times/Pro Shop all in order. We really

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do have the “A” team at the LRC. Thanks to all the volunteers who make our club so special – whether you’re on the Board, an ongoing committee or just the occasional volunteer – it all makes a

difference. It’s your tireless contributions which make our beloved Club that much better. And thanks to you, our members – for supporting the club during COVID, for

wearing a mask as you cross through the Pro Shop and for helping us keep the LRC the best value in town. The Landings Racquet Club – tell only your best friends.

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Manager’s Report

News From the Court

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The LRC has a new President on the Board of Directors. Mayson Brooks has stepped forward to fill the vacancy left by Dick Bayles. Dick is still on the Board but is no longer its President. Mayson has big shoes to fill but I am confident that he is up to the task. I want to publicly thank Dick Bayles for everything he has done for the Club during his time as President of the Board. The time and energy he committed to the Club was quite impressive and we benefitted greatly from it. The Club we have to enjoy today is a direct result of the vision, knowledge and leadership of Dick Bayles. He deserves all the thanks in the world. The 2021 LRC Board of Directors are as follows: Mayson Brooks, President, Paul Weiner, Vice President, Sue Lewis-Garrett, Treasurer, Ch rist i ne K nupp, Secretary, Rudy Blohm, Sue Ault and Dick Bayles. Moving forward, the LRC monthly Board meetings will be on the 3rd Wednesday

I have been asked ma ny times recently about the tennis court dimensions by juniors and adults. In case you are also curious, here are the tennis court dimensions. The tennis court is 78 feet long. It is 27 feet wide for singles and 36 feet wide for double s. Ye s, t he double s alleys are four and a half feet wide each, even though they look smaller than that. From the net to the service line, the distance is 21 feet. And from the service line to the baseline, the distance is 18 feet. What is important to realize is that from corner to corner in

of the month at 1:00 PM via Zoom. I will always send a reminder via email prior to the meeting for any members that would like to attend. If you aren’t receiving emails from the Club and would like to be added to my database, please call me in the Pro Shop or email me at LRCTennis@hotmail.com.

singles it is eighty two and a half feet long. So, you gain four feet and a half of real estate (space) compared to hitting dow n t he l i ne. In doubles from corner to corner, it is 86 feet long. That means that you gain EIGHT feet of extra space to hit into compared to hitting down the line. That is why I tell you at practice that hitting crosscourt is the foundation of your patterns of play for singles or doubles. When t r yi ng to keep your strategy and tactics simple, always t r y to practice and improve the quality of your crosscourt shots. It will make

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off anything prior to 9:00 AM as no one will accept your waste materials and they will remain at the gate. If these hours do not work for you see if a neighbor can help and drop them off for you. T he fol low i ng shou ld be disposed of in the weekly trash pic k up: empt y pa i nt c a n s, batteries - A, C, D and 9-volt si z e s, st e r e o s, sp e a ke r s a nd telephones (take the batteries out first and you can recycle these batteries on March 16th. If you have any questions about this program, please call Harvey Greller 908-804-2300 or Brian M ag nu m , H a z a r dou s Wa s t e Coordi nator, Sa rasota Public Utilities at 941-735-6430.

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LHA Meeting Notes The Landings Homeowners Association held its regular board meeting and Annual Meeting on February 11, 2021 via Zoom. The board approved the removal of a tree on Pine Harrier Drive. It also approved an addition to the residence on Peregrine Point Circle E, fences on Pine Harrier Circle and Pine Harrier Drive, exterior colors on Flicker Field Circle and Pine Harrier Circle,

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and roof replacement on Flicker Field Circle. At the Annual Meeting, held using Zoom, Mr. Whitman gave his report on the Association’s activities in 2020. The Treasurer reviewed the financial results for 2020 and discussed the 2021 budget and the Association’s reserves. At the subsequent Organizational Meeting, the current officers were re-elected to their positions:

William (Bill) Whitman, President; Judy Greene, Vice President; Richard (Dick) Bayles, Treasurer/ Secretary. The next regular meeting is at 7:00PM on March 11, 2021 at the Landings Racquet Club. If an owner wishes to attend the meeting, advance notice is requested (via e-mail to whitman@cs.com) Masks are required and social distancing guidelines must be maintained.

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At last month’s LMA Board meeting, it was reported there was an on going investigation on theft of funds dropped off at the front gate for pickup by a real estate agent. We are pleased to report that the thief has been identified by polygraph and a signed written confession. The suspect was identified as a part time guard. Upon signing of the confession, he was immediately terminated and reported to the licensing authority. Full restitution was made by the employee. We consider the case closed. In another issue reported at the LMA Board meeting another pending criminal case has been s e t t led. T h i s ca s e i nvolved a dump truck that broke the entry and exit arms of the north gate back in July of 2019. The driver ref used to ma ke pay ment for the property damage and was arrested by the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office. A letter from the States Attorney stated the defendant pled No Contest to a Withhold Adjudication and was placed on 12 months probation automatically terminated upon complet ion of t he ter m s of probation. The terms of probation were payment of Court costs, cost of prosecution and restitution to the LMA of repair costs in the amount of $729.46. The payment will be paid through the probation department who will then pay the Landings.

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Teen Scene By Heidi Bodor Dylan McCarthy, 16, 10th grader at Booker High School, studying film and animation as part of the VPA Program Do you have any pets? Two dogs, Charlie is a miniature golden doodle and Blue is an Australian shepherd & poodle mix. Do you have any brothers or sisters? A sister Grace,15, and brother Pierce, 12. How long have you lived in the Landings? We moved here the end of April from Rye, NY. What do you like most about living in the Landings? It’s a nice community and nicer than where we lived in New York.

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“Embracing Our Differences” Offers Virtual Tours of its Outdoor Art Exhibit through April 1st To accommodate those who may not be comfortable touring the outdoor exhibit, “Embracing Ou r Di fferences” is offer i ng free, facilitated virtual tours for i nterested g roups. La nd i ngs residents can arrange for an online afternoon or evening out together or with your own group to enjoy the award-winning exhibit! Since 2004, Embracing Our Differences has used the power of a rt a nd prose to promote diversity. One way it accomplishes this is through its annual, juried international outdoor art exhibition consisting of 50 billboard-sized works of art, each accompanied by an inspirational quote. The

response to the call for artwork and inspirational quotes brought 15,912 entries pouring in from 128 countries and 48 states. Students from 412 schools around the world, as well as adults, submitted artwork or quotes to the juried exhibit. The winning quotes and art is showcased at the 18th annual exhibit, January 20 through April 1, at Sarasota’s Bayfront Park. For more information about this free exhibit or to book a virtual tour, call Executive Director Sarah Wertheimer at 941-404-5710. A gallery of all the winning artwork and quotes can be viewed at https:// www.embracingourdifferences. org/gallery/2021- gallery/.

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Are Foods Containing Corn Potentially Harmful to Your Pet? The Short Answer is Yes. By Kyle Baker, Senior Pet Food Nutritionist at DOGPerfect It always saddens me when I see a headline in the news containing the words “Dog Food”, “Recall”, and “Dog Deaths”, especially when it is a situation that has a solution and can be prevented. If you are not already aware, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently issued a recall informing pet parents that high levels of aflatoxin in some pet foods resulted in 70 dog deaths and even more who got sick. The specific brands include Pro Pac, Sportmix, Nunn Better Maintenance, and Splash Fat Cat. Upon seeing this recall due to aflatoxins, I felt it was important to bring to your attention the importance of avoiding feeding your pet foods that contain corn as an ingredient. It is really not worth the potential risks involved to your pet.

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According to the FDA, aflatoxins are toxins produced by the mold Aspergillus flavus that can grow on pet food ingredients such as corn, peanuts, and other grains. At high levels, aflatoxins can cause illness (aflatoxicosis), liver damage, and death in pets. The toxins can be present even if there is no visible mold on the pet food. If your pet eats food that contains high levels of aflatoxins, they can get aflatoxin poisoning. Pets are prone to aflatoxin poisoning because, unlike people, who generally eat a varied diet, most pets generally eat the same food continuously day in and day out. I recommend rotating your pet’s diet across brands throughout the year for better vitamin nutrition and a balanced diet. If your pet’s food contains aflatoxins, the toxins could accumulate in your pet’s system as they continue to eat the same food. If your pet eats moldy corn, grains, or peanuts, they can also get aflatoxin poisoning. Peanut butter can also cause this issue, which is why it is so important to buy a natural pet safe peanut butter if used as a treat or to disguise pills.

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For the last 17 years I have been blessed to work in this industry. This also means for the past 17 years I have been seeing dogs get sick and even dying when they are fed foods that contain corn. Besides corn being covered with glyphosate and raised with GMO’s, if not stored or handled properly mold can grow causing a myriad of problems including aflatoxin poisoning. Corn is one of the hardest proteins to digest. Cows have 4 stomach chambers and still have problems breaking it down.

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Phillippi Estate Park Update By Priscilla Brown March is a lovely month in Phillippi Estate Park to walk the trails and enjoy being out of doors. The Phillippi Farmhouse Market continues every Wednesday from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. through March and into April. There are 53 vendors, lots of fresh local produce, baked goods, seafood, beef, buffalo, etc., fine meats, food trucks, baskets, flowers, guacamole, and Pino’s olive oil and vinegars. T he Brow n Bag Concer ts continue every Thursday in March from 12pm until 1:00pm. Bring your lunch and a lawn chair and

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The Valentine’s Day Heart-to-Heart Contest Winners By Dee Ricaptio Thank you all for participating! There were many entries and many close guesses and lots of fun in the process. Thanks to Brion Palmer, Landings Eagle Editor for donating the three Top Prizes. Thank you to Sharon Goldman who came up with this great idea and also cojudged the contest.

First Prize Winter: Teresa & Bob Manteiga. Teresa & Bob said they did lots of research and took the “process of elimination approach”. They had 13 correct answers (as did Kevin Lechlitner) but won the top prize via the tiebreaker! The Manteigas took home the top-prize by correctly guessing the tie break photo (Lillian Peltz Petow). 1st Place Prize: Fresh Catch Fish Market & Grill $100.00 Gift Certificate

Second Place Winner: Kevin Lechlitner. Kevin said, “Working at the Club for 15 years and seeing everyone who passes by was a benefit. Plus matching them with their photos daily paid off.” He had 13 correct answers but missed out in a tight tie breaker. 2 n d Pl a c e P r ize : A p oll o n i a Mediterranean Grill $50.00 Gift Certificate

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South Gate

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End

# Entries

# Exits

# Entries

# Exits

2/1/2019

2/28/2019

10961

16506

15578

7404

5929

3/1/2019

3/31/2019

11569

18281

16917

7861

6517

4/1/2019

4/30/2019

10906

16633

16029

7237

5996

5/1/2019

5/31/2019

10819

14914

14795

5693

4565

6/1/2019

6/30/2019

9313

12454

12226

4772

3813

7/1/2019

7/31/2019

9124

11866

11807

4600

3711

8/1/2019

8/31/2019

10649

13053

12574

3185

2692

9/1/2019

9/30/2019

9749

12536

12227

4262

3615

10/1/2019

10/31/2019

11199

14279

13935

5503

4659

11/1/2019

11/30/2019

11507

14659

14221

6173

5335

12/1/2019

12/31/2019

11842

15848

15022

6646

5782

1/1/2020

1/31/2020

Data Missing

2/1/2020

2/29/2020

11610

15852

14928

5506

4675

3/1/2020

3/31/2020

9614

13167

12439

5772

5097

4/1/2020

4/30/2020

13241

12866

17016

1178

1119

5/1/2020

5/31/2020

9209

10646

10102

3377

3172

6/1/2020

6/30/2020

8448

10521

10165

4448

3928

7/1/2020

7/31/2020

9134

10009

9957

2970

2538

8/1/2020

8/31/2020

8815

9907

9672

3012

2594

9/1/2020

09/31/2020

8264

9877

9398

3907

3477

10/1/2020

10/31/2020

4793

11150

10681

4773

4179

11/1/2020

11/30/2020

9234

11579

11006

4951

4484

12/1/2020

12/31/2020

10178

13108

12465

5550

5132

1/1/2021

1/31/2021

13193

12356

10031

5475

5102

Month

Counts

Type of Incident

Details/ Resolution

21-Jan

Assist Other Agency

• Gate officer assisted Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office missing persons case. • Fire noted in a dumpster outside the Landings community. SCFD advised.

21-Jan

Parking Violation

• 5 Vehicles parked on the roadways overnight. • 2 Restricted vehicles found parked overnight.

21-Jan

Information

• FPL light reported as being out completely. Reported to FPL.

21-Jan

Open Door Reports

• 19 Garage Doors • 1 Vehicle Door (Trunk)

Reckless Driving (Speeding)

• 13 Resident Violators (Resulting in one offended receiving a Suspension Letter) • 12 Guest Violators (Resulting in 2 repeat offenders receiving Violation Letters • 7 Vendors (1 violation at 15MPH or greater)

21-Jan

Suspicious

• Patrol intercepted a wall jumper near the North Gate. Subject ID’d as a resident. • Patrol intercepted a wall jumper near the South Gate. Subject ID’d as a resident. • Unknown Juv. subjects in the LRC hot tub fled when patrol aproached.

21-Jan

Vehicle Accident

• Unknown White Female subject North Gate arm, breaking it off.

Monthly Total

Total Incidents

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