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MAY 2020 PRESIDENT’S REPORT We sure are going to remember March and April 2020

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Landings Residents Thank Publix and Health Care Workers and Emergency Personnel

By Karl Maggard, Marie McHugh, Meg Maguire

KID AT HEART

Marco Palomo, 20, Kent School graduate

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LANDING’S ARTISTS

Nearly everyone who lives in The Landings has shopped at the Publix Super Market at The Landings. Many of us more than once per week. However, during the COVID-19 crisis, we have probably limited our grocery shopping to once per week or less, and, recently added masks and gloves.

No matter the frequency of shopping lately, we are certain that most landings residents are aware of the hard work, long hours and diligent service that Publix employees have put forth to provide us with the products necessary to get through this pandemic.

We are especially grateful that the Publix folks have performed their hard work with their usual smiles and great attitude despite the trying times.

Some of us thought we should show our thanks with a token of appreciation. Therefore, Landings resident and artist, Marie McHugh created a poster that is now displayed inside the Publix

Jim Goldman

Artist Marie McHugh with Poster She Created

store in The Landings Shopping Center. Many of you know Marie from her profile articles in The Landings Eagle. Marie also has organized the art show at the LRC

Publix Management Personnel, (from left to right) Rebecca McKeehan, Zack Tison and Denise Thompson

for the past two years.

Some of us have signed the poster and we invite other residents to sign as well.

On the poster, we added

thanks to all the health care workers and emergency personnel who also have sacrificed to make certain we are all safe and well cared for during the crisis.

Joins LMA Board of Directors

By Diana Colson Kim Cooper, photographer

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BIRDS IN OUR BACKYARD Some perspective on birds beyond our backyard

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RACQUET CLUB NEWS Board opted to close club in early April

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RECIPE CORNER

Jim Goldman was recently elected to serve a one-year term on the LMA Board of Directors.

He comes to this board with many years of experience in management.

As a young man, Jim attended Washington and Jefferson College in Washington, Pennsylvania, before graduating from Duquesne University in School of Law in Pittsburgh and passing the bar. He spent his first six years learning the ropes, before going out on his own with a fellow lawyer.

Ultimately, he formed his own Pittsburgh law firm, Weisman and Goldman, PA, where he was the Senior Partner. He became a trial lawyer specializing in cases related to personal injury and workman’s compensation. An Attorney for 34 years, he retired to his home in The Landings in 2004.

Before retirement, Jim was active in the Pittsburgh community..This father of four boys was not only assistant scout master, he also served as coach

for the Mock pacity I was there to Trial Court in help them, not tell their public t h e m . I t w a s re high school. markable how smart Jim found the kids were and working with how quickly they 11th and 12th learned. It was fascigraders to be nating! They would a wonderful think about things experience! and ask questions, At this things I might not point, he’d have even come up been a trial with. They argued Jim and Sandy Godman lawyer for 10 the case in front of a or 12 years, jury. That jury – usuand was in court daily. ally made up of parents – would The Mock Trial Competition make the decision as to which was run by the state of Pennteam had won the case.” sylvania. They would send out Mock Court turned out to be a a script to various participatvery popular activity. A couple ing schools. That script would of young students even went on basically be a trial script, and to become lawyers. “You can’t each high school team had been imagine how much fun I had assigned a role: plaintiff or de- with this,” says Jim. fendant. Each team then selected He also came to the defense of one student to do the opening young people who got in trouble remarks, and another to do with the law..“Because my kids the closing remarks. Three or were in high school, I ended four kids were chosen to serve up representing a lot of their as witnesses. Says Jim: “ I was classmates.for minor scrapes: strictly there in an advisory ca- things like a speeding ticket or

reckless driving..The one constant argument I had with the courts was over something that was unconstitutional!.If ANY kid was drinking at a party, ALL the kids would get arrested whether drinking or not. No breathalyzer, no walk-the-lineand-touch-your-nose, no tests of any kind were given. If a kid had been at the party, they would be arrested, drinking or not!.That meant they’d lose their license for 90 days, pay fines, etc..What local police were trying to do was stop underage kids from drinking, of course - but it was unconstitutional! My services were all pro bono - no charge!”

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LMA Board Meeting to be Virtual in May Chicken Hunter Style, compliments of Nancy Schulman

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The LMA Board will meet via Zoom on Thursday May 7, at 7 p.m. There have been several residents who have indicated interest in participating on this Zoom meeting. If you want to join the Zoom meeting, contact

Dick Bayles by May 5th (email at insidethelandings@gmail.com) for information on how to connect and participate.

• U pdates from the Security Committee

• Status of temporary South Gate closing

Among the topics on the agenda are:

• Engineering Proposals for road work on Peregrine Point Drive

• N ature trail and gazebo area erosion

• Resident Request for removal of invasive trees

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President’s Column

By Norman Olshansk, LMA President

We sure are going to remember March and April 2020 in The Landings: stay at home orders, social distancing, closed South Gate, closed down Landings Racquet Club, virtual Passovers and Easter, and socializing by Zoom and FaceTime. But, if you were going to be anywhere during the virus outbreak, The Landings was a good place to be.

We have great places to get out and walk, beautiful landscaping with an abundance of flowering plants in bloom, the nature trail with waterfront views, and opportunities for fishing and kayaking.

I a m m o s t p ro u d a n d a p p re c i a t i v e o f o u r n e i g h b o r s helping each other by sharing masks, supplies and shopping for homebound or medically c o m p ro m i s e d re s i d e n t s . I n deed, we have a friendly and caring community. As we enter May, there will continue to be restrictions. If you or someone near you is in need of an extra hand, shopping assistance or a friendly call, please let us know.

We are here for each other and ready to help.

The closing of the South Gate was a very difficult decision. The Safety and Security Committee made the recommendation to the LMA Board to temporarily close the gate due to virus concerns.

Even though, on the surface, the threat from outsiders walking into the South Entrance Gate w o u l d s e e m m i n i m a l , t h e re was great concern expressed by

residents who live close to the gate. Older, frail and medically compromised residents have been fearful to the point of panic due to the virus.

Many thought that LMA was not doing enough to respond to the virus threat. The Board, on a split vote, decided to temporary close the South Gate. We recognize that it has caused significant inconvenience to those who regularly used the gate for exit and entry to The Landings. We had to weigh the fears of one group of residents over the inconvenience of others. Hopefully, the gate will be reopened soon, as the threat of the virus ends.

The next major issue that the board of LMA will face is the beginning of our roads project.

We will be resurfacing sections of the roads over the next several years. We finally have received the engineering studies and requests for proposals are being sent to road contractors. We hope to select a contractor and begin the work on Peregrine Point Drive as soon as possible.

More on this project in the June issue of the Eagle.

During this time of year and throughout the summer, we will be experiencing more rain and higher tides. Please be aware that there are sections of the nature trail that are covered in water at high tide, so be prepared when you hike or ride your bikes on the trail.

The Safety and Security Committee has been reviewing input that was received at the Town Hall meeting in February and will be making recommendations to the Board over the next few months.

I want to thank our residents for being so understanding of the challenges we have faced during the virus and want you to know that your Board is always appreciative of your input and suggestions. We look forward, as soon as possible, to a resumption to our normal activities.

Siesta Promenade Appeal Update

The 2nd District Court of Appeals has set a provisional date for the oral arguments in the Siesta Promenade appeal. It is scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at 11 a.m. at the 2nd District Court of Appeals, Tampa Branch Headquarters, in the courtroom of the Stetson University Col-

lege of Law, Tampa Campus, First Floor, 1700 North Tampa Street, Tampa, FL. The panel of judges consists of: Judge Robert J. Morris, Jr.; Judge Daniel H. Sleet; and Judge Matthew C. Lucas.

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LMA Meeting Notes By Trebor Britt Due to the coronavirus, this month‘s virtual board meeting was held on the Internet using Zoom. Only board members were allowed to participate in the meeting. A few board members physically attended the meeting in the Racquet Club meeting room.

Each board member was seated at their own table spread throughout the room in keeping with social distancing guidelines.

LMA President. Norm Olshansky, announced the following during his president’s report: • N ew Landing’s Manager, Steve Brockenshire of Argus was welcomed to his first official LMA meeting. He’s had several meetings with Olshansky and is quickly becoming familiar with The Landing’s properties, policies and documents.

• During the virus crisis, board members were asked to be in contact more often and especially look for ways to keep the community safe.

• Those present were reminded The Landing’s Racquet Club operates as a separate organization with their own board.

• As a point of order, all precedent setting decisions and creation of new policies are determined by The Board after committees evaluate issues and bring recommendations.

• S u p p o r t y o u r n e i g h b o r s through this challenge by making friendly contact with them by phone, email or text.

Olshansky noted a few residents have even created virtual “Happy Hours”.

lowing: • All FPL issues have been resolved with the exception of one LED issue which will be resolved soon.

• Referred the Inspired Living grass cutting issue to Sarasota County who promised to take action on this soon.

• An issue regarding damages to a vehicle during a barcode sticker removal has been resolved.

• T here is still no response to multiple letters sent to residents who damaged entry gates. Three letters have now been sent.

• Completed daily community drive-throughs seeking issues which need to be referred to Committee Chairs.

SAFETY AND SECURITY Chairman Michael Knupp reported the following: • Wipes, gloves, and distancing guidelines have been given to gate security in order to greet residents, guests and vendors safely. The committee suggests limiting unnecessary interaction with guards. They also recommend residents follow the CDC guidelines regarding guests during the health emergency.

• In the last 12 weeks, 12 speeders have been identified by the Traffic Hawk system. One speeder was caught twice, traveling in excess of 40 miles an hour. Notification letters are being sent.

• Knupp reported a successful Townhall Meeting though attendance was low. The two main topics were Entry Gates and Speeding. Residents are concerned about pedestrian traffic coming through the South Gate. A motion was made to temporarily close the South Gate which will include posting signs that indicate the temporary closing is due to concerns about the coronavirus subject to approval by the fire marshal. After much discussion the motion passed 5-3.

FINANCE REPORT Treasurer, Dick Bayles reported the following regarding LMA finances.

• It’s to early in the year to make an estimate of year-end results.

• There are an unusually high number of outstanding annual assessments. Because of the coronavirus crisis, Bayles suggested waiting at least a month before pursuing aggressive collections. He expects all assessments will eventually be paid.

MANAGER’S REPORT New Landing’s Manager, Steve Brockenshire reported the fol-

NO HUNTING/NO TRESPASSING SIGNS A motion was made to authorize the Safety and Security Committee

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Letters to the Editor to purchase five “NO HUNTING/ “Neighbor in need” NO TRESPASSING“ signs to be posted around the perimeter of the Dear Neighbors! mangroves. The motion passed My name is Teresa Larson. I have unanimously. been living in The Landings Coach houses for the past year. My son, LAKES Mike Granthon lives here with my Co-Chair, Michael Knupp and daughter-in-law, “Tina” and my Roger Kidder reported Lake 6 ero- granddaughter, “Emma”. They sion control work was completed have lived on Peregrine Point Way in March and an electrician will for 9 years. In the past year, I have reconnect the East fountain soon. been able to spend more time with New lights were installed and a my family since we live so close. timer was replaced in Lake 3 and 8 fountains.

tions. Visitors, vendors and workers routinely violate distancing guidelines. Landscapers, roofers, carpenters, painters, movers, delivery and repair persons, and visitors repeatedly approach owners.

This is not to cast blame. Judging from their behavior, these persons simply have not been told in a credible way to keep their distance from owners. They act as though there’s no need to keep their distance. There have been informational memos sent to owners, but the visitors and vendors have not gotten the message.

This virus is viciously contagious LANDSCAPING and it’s a killer. Research out of China has reported viral particles Landscaping chair, Paul Weiner detected as far as 13 feet away from reported island renovations conan infected person. 2.5% or more of tinue and malfunctioning irinfected persons are killed by the rigation was repaired on seven virus. We have both age-related islands. and immune-compromised high risk owners here.

ROADS There is no specific treatment for Dick Bayles reported road enthis virus anywhere in the world gineering drawings and a bid right now, and no cure. Prevention package were due on March 1. He via isolation (distance) is the only will check to see what has caused refuge right now. Even handwashthe delay. ing won’t protect you if you let othA brief discussion occurred Teresa Larson with granddaughter Emma ers get too close. We have to keep regarding the unsightly railroad and daughter-in-law Tina The Landings isolated for our own ties etc. on the corner of Kestral safety. As soon as we suffer the first Parkway South and Kestral Park However, the coach home I have confirmed case here the virus will Place. A motion was made to been renting has sold and I must spread. There’s already a hot spot re-engineer this corner to allow be out by the 30th of May. I would brewing in zip code 34236 nearby. vehicles and trucks easier negotialike to be able to find another home, LTH Board has closed the Treetion. The approximate cost would coach home, villa etc. Here are house pool. LRC Board has closed be a little over $1900. Both the some of my personal attributes; I the Club. LMA Board has closed the LHA and Roads Committee favor enjoy art history, interior design, South gate. These restrictions have this approach. The motion passed cooking, baking as well as the understandably aroused debate unanimously. opera. I am also making masks for and dispute. But we’re still not safe.

ENVIRONMENTAL first responders as well as anyone Outside persons who come too in the neighborhood that might close to each other and to us reveal Committee chair, Maralyn Kauf- need them. gaps in our wall of preventive isolaman-David, Ph.D reported the If anyone is looking for a depend- tion. Once there’s a confirmed case committee would be sending a let- able long-term renter, who will of infection in our community we ter to Homeowners with property care for your home as if it were can’t take that back. around Lake 1 reminding them their own, please contact me at One effort to push awareness of the “ring of responsibility” 817-819-8025 or Teresa.mariannee@ onto outsiders would be to post a initiative. gmail.com sign at the main gate: VIRUS ISODrainage issues on a Peregrine LATION ZONE: All Visitors and Thank you, Point Drive island were disVendors Must Sign That They Will Teresa Larson cussed with LMA President Norm Obey CDC Isolation Guidelines.

Olshansky. Needed modifications After a visitor/vendor/worker will be done during planned road We Need More signs that roster they could be told paving.

Protection from that violation will generate their client being notified.

SWIMMING POOLS Virus Such intervention will be a burL a n d i n g ’ s M a n a g e r, S t e v e Dear Editor den and a nuisance on everyone.

Brockenshire was asked to get The Landings has been spared Getting an infection inside The clarification from Sarasota County infection from coronavirus so far: Landings is going to be much, whether pools are to remain open no confirmed clinical case here has much worse than that, so the inbeen reported yet. or closed. convenience is justified.

But, there are serious gaps in our Daniel C. Schuman, MD protection that is supposed to be Treehouse unit 16 based primarily on isolation ac-

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Jim Goldman stood on 15 acres of prime property. Jim headed up a fight to save that school, and to use its building as a much-needed Library and Community Center. He also convinced the West family to donate $50,000 to renovate that building in exchange for naming it after their daughter.

Jim and Sandy Goldman were married in 1999. She brought three girls into their blended family, while Jim brought his four sons.

All were grown by that time, and all had known each other for many years. Today Sandy and Jim are the proud grandparents of twelve grandchildren and two Great Grands!

They bought their home at The Landings in 2001 and were told that Woman’s Exchange – now called simply The Exchange – was the best place to hunt for furniture. They went shopping there and loved it!.Before long, both were volunteering one day a week, and Jim soon found himself serving as Chairman of the Board. That lasted for three years, and Jim is rightfully proud of the

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organization..“The Exchange does so well!.They give all those wonderful grants to young people!”

Along with Henry Rhodes, Jim helped create The Landings Holiday Charitable Foundation.

In its first year, the foundation adopted six children for Christmas who were battling cancer.

The second year the foundation adopted twelve. Today, the foundation serves over 150 kids at holiday time plus their siblings, supplying gifts and Christmas dinner. The child’s siblings are included because when illness strikes a family, everyone suffers.

Henry Rhodes continues to head up this wonderful organization which makes such a difference to children in need.

Jim has also served as President of The Landings Racquet Club.

Both he and Sandy played tennis for years, but neither plays any longer because of traitorous knees. Today, Jim and Sandy still volunteer once a week at the Exchange and remain very involved in the Holiday Foundation...

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Hometown: La Libertad, El Salvador

Do you have any pets?

We have a South African mastiff named Assisi Instruments?

Clarinet Do you have siblings?

One brother Eduardo and one sister, Erica 35 What do you like most about The Landings?

The Racquet Club pool What brought you to The Landings?

My teammates and I were training for the Olympic Trials (rowing) but now everything has been postponed and I am back in El Salvador.

What is your favorite subject?

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What is your favorite book?

Because of Winn Dixie W hat is you r favor ite spor t?

American football Do you have a favorite color?

Turquoise Favorite show?

Taboo

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Before moving to The Landings, Kim lived in New York City, Connecticut and Santa Rosa, CA. At some point, she and her husband left New York to live on a boat for several years.

Eventually she wanted to live somewhere on the east coast and they chose Sarasota to settle down.

They own a business in town, “Wired Rite Systems” selling electrical systems for work trucks.

Kim is not only a photographer but also a writer with a background in anthropology. She has worked in advertising and broadcast. Early on in her career she was an assistant director for videos for “Saturday

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During that time, she also took numerous trips to very remote places in South America where she went to set up various projects in villages. With her camera always at her side she photographed the children of these communities. Back in Connecticut she began to show her photographs in galleries. Today she writes and has some photographs featured in Venü magazine.

Kim is a very active and energetic woman. She covers car rallies and four times a year participates in them as a pilot and driver in the Concours d’Elegance races. She and a friend drive his antique 1961 Mercedes 300 L. She plays tennis, golfs, fishes, boats and cycles. She loves all outdoors activities.

As a photographer she is always looking for new ways to present her work.

Her latest photographs are now reproduced on metal which greatly enhances color and depth. She also uses acrylic blocks for another kind of display for images.

Kim tells me that she loves living at The Landings because everyone is so open.

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and beyond By Maralyn Kaufman-David, Environmental Committee Chairperson In these pandemic times and following several months of articles and great photographs focused on our local birds (thanks to Robert Manteiga), I thought some perspectives on birds beyond our backyard might be of interest for our community for this issue of The Landings Eagle. After all, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature, there are almost 10,000 different species of birds, 900 of which are on the verge of extinction and 4 of which have been ruled as extinct in the wild. But, before we ‘leave’ our backyard, I think we would all agree that The Landings provides very beautiful surroundings in which to be ‘staying home and social distancing’. The extra time we have is well spent taking quiet walks and observing all our birds, butterflies, bugs, bunnies, turtles, squirrels, raccoons, and black snakes (racing across the grass … or hanging out in the flower pot by the front door!!). And, beyond the sightings, the sounds of all these creatures seem to surround us with especially loud and clear tones within the quietness of our streets.

Next time you’re out on your walk, run, or bike ride or relaxing at home, remember to listen while you watch and try to identify some birds by their call. Maybe you will see the roseate spoonbill that seems to pass overhead by my house around 4:30 pm almost every day!

Luckily, with modern access to the Internet, etc., we can go beyond our backyard and virtually explore our aviary world – a mind-stretching activity to do while socially distancing. In doing just that, I came across two topics that might get you started on this virtual exploration. Like the pandemic…the first topic is about being strange or unique.

And, the second topic may be useful to many of you who are now at-home teachers during the pandemic; that is, the second topic started as a way to teach students about the importance of birds for the environment 126 years ago!

The first topic, about the weird descendants of dinosaurs in our modern world, is described in an article entitled “25 Weirdest Birds You Never Heard of But Need to Know” by John Wenz and Daisy Hernandez (https:// www.popularmechanics.com/ science/animals/g25749619/ weirdest-birds/). You actually may know some of the 25 species (puffin, frigate bird, blue-footed booby, peregrine falcon- noted for its speed), but how about the Kakapo, the Rufous Potoo,

the Scarlet I’iwi, or the Shoebill Stork? Take a look…hope you find the website interesting.

The second topic is about three specially designated ‘bird days’ – and – mark your calendar for the two of them coming up in early May. The oldest of the special bird holidays is Bird Day (https:// nationaldaycalendar.com/birdday-may-4/), which started as a teaching opportunity and has been celebrated annually on May 4th in the United States since the late 19th century.

According to the U.S. Library of Congress, Bird Day was established by Charles Babcock in 1894.

Mr. Babcock, the superintendent of schools for a town in Pennsylvania, initiated the observation of this holiday as a way to educate students about how important birds are to the environment and that birds should be celebrated and enjoyed. In 1901, Babcock published book about this educational program entitled “Bird Day: How To Prepare For It”.

Maybe you can work something about birds into your at-home teaching on May 4th!

Perhaps the most well-known bird holiday is National Bird Day, which has been celebrated annually on January 5th for more than a decade and which coincides with the annual Christmas Bird Count. The purpose of this bird holiday is to bring attention to the plight of our feathered friends, particularly birds that are captive and those that are not native to the United States.

The third special bird day is World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD), an awareness-raising campaign that is celebrated biannually on the second Saturdays in May and October (coming up on May 9, 2020). The WMBD highlights the need for the conservation of migratory birds and their habitats and draws attention to the ecological importance of migratory birds and the need for international cooperation to conserve them. This year, the theme of WMBD (https://www.worldmigratorybirdday.org/2020/ birds-connect-our-world) is aptly designated as “Birds Connect Our World”.

Although many of the on-site activities of these bird events will be missing this year…the awareness of the importance of birds and the opportunity for all the world to enjoy and protect this wonderful aspect of nature can be upheld by educating ourselves and others and taking the free moments you have to look around and enjoy.

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By Nicole Kenedy From store closures to stayat-home orders, the worldwide spread of the novel coronavirus has left consumers struggling to get the products they need from their usual sources. While social distancing requirements that help limit the spread of pathogens appear to be having a p o s i t i ve e f f e c t o n p u b l i c health, these precautions are t a k i n g a t ol l o n b r i c k- a n dmortar businesses.

Operating under the belief that they won’t be able to get wh at t h e y n e e d f r o m t h e i r favorite local retailers, many con su me r s h ave t u r ned to online shopping. And though th is may solve one problem, it could quickly create others: t he w idespread fa i lu re of i n de p e n de nt r e t a i l a n d t h e potential cascading effect on local economies.

This online shopping t rend i s a f fe c t i ng a nu mb er of i ndust r ies—i nclud i ng pet stores—as con su mers sea rch for solutions during this crisis.

But w it h m a ny pet ret a i lers st i ll open a nd offer i ng sa fe, conve n ie nt a lter n at ive s, it doesn’t have to be that way.

Here’s how a number of local pet stores are adapting, and how you can get what you need for your furry family members while supporting your community at the same time.

Local Solutions. Local Support.

Discovering local options for pet food, supplies, and more b e g i n s w it h a l it t l e s i mpl e research. A quick phone call or

crisis is also in f luencing the way we exper ience ser vices.

P rofe ssion a l s i n a l l sor t s of industries are turning to online communication platforms like Zoom to conduct daily business, or of fe r s e r v ice s l i ke mu sic lessons, yoga classes, or even dog t rai n i ng. If you’re pup’s training got cut short by a stayat-home order, check with your local store to see if you can get started with courses online.

And if your favorite pet retailer is doing their best to help out your family during this time, make sure you show them some love by promoting them on social media. Mentioning their pages and telling people about your experiences on local forums can help introduce new customers. Even just a quick comment or like can let your local pet store owner know they’ve got your support.

Even dogs are practicing social distancing.

a visit to your neighborhood pet retailer’s website can help you find out what’s in inventory, and the kind of access available.

Yo u m ay h ave h e a r d t h at restaurants are offering delivery o r c u r b s ide p i c k up t o h e lp encourage distancing and limit v i ra l com mu n it y spread. (I f you’re like us, you’ve probably had some great takeout lately, too.) Well, many pet stores are using the same tactics, offering phone a nd on l i ne orde r i ng , contactless cu rbside ser vice, and local deliver y to nearby zip codes to m a ke customer t ra n s ac t ion s a s s e a m le s s a s possible.

Even with these tactics in

place, many local establishments have had to cut staff and reduce hours, and they may be low on inventory due to supply chain challenges – so, please be patient. In the event you need to visit the actual physical location, be sure to minimize close contact with people and surfaces. To assist with this, many pet stores are encouraging cashless transactions and reducing the need for keypad use on credit or debit purchases.

Technology to the Rescue I n a dd i t i o n t o h av i n g a n e f f e c t o n h ow we p u r c h a s e produc t s, t he coron av i r u s

as a number of independent pet retailers are asking customers to rou nd up t hei r cha nge to help a local organization or by providing donations to local shelters.

Without action, the effects of the coronavirus could be devastating to local businesses. As we all try to stay healthy, let’s work together to support our favorite pet stores and neighborhood retailers to keep our local economy healthy, too.

Paying It Forward Finally, if you’re all stocked u p n o w, w h y n o t u s e t h i s opportunity to pay it forward.

P u r c h a s i n g g i f t c a r d s fo r yo u r s e l f , e x t e n d e d f a m i l y, or f r iends i s a g reat way to help you r lo ca l p e t store i n the short and long run. It can provide them with an infusion of cash now, while broadening t h e i r f ut u r e c u s t o m e r b a s e and helping them recover lost revenue.

And while many local pet stores need assistance themselves, they’re still offering their own helping hand to the community. Your purchase may be worth more than you know

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Landings Directory

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New owners since the last issue of The Landings Eagle:

A PDF version of the printed directory is available and downloadable from The Landings website. It will not be updated until the next issue in late 2020.

Thomas & Linda Hitch, 5440 Eagles Point Cir #401 Ja mes L a Ma r ca & Arlene Reddington, 1750 Kestral Park Dr Kathleen Pfannenstiel, 1427 Landings Place.

The printed version of The Landings Directory is available at the Main Gate and The Landings Racquet Club. Please make a check out to LMA for $5.00 for each copy. Binders are available at the Main Gate until the existing supply is exhausted.

Residents are encouraged to use the resident’s website (www.insidethelandings.com/ login) as their source of directory and Landings information. Directory information is updated on the site no less often than weekly and changes are made to other information when appropriate. If you

want current correct information, use the website!

Additions, changes, or corrections to the online directory may be requested by filling out the form available on the online Residents Directory page. They may also be directed to me in writing. Directory forms are available from me via e‑mail, on the website and from your association. They may be dropped off at The Landings Racquet Club or Main Gate to my attention or sent via mail or e‑mail.

Dick Bayles 1729 Landings Way, Sarasota, FL 34231 landings.directory@gmail.com

Phillippi Estate Park Update Phillippi Estate Park will be open daily for dog walking, kayaking and strolling the shoreline paths during the month of May. Please remember to practice social distancing.

Temporarily scheduled is the annual Memorial Day Concert on Monday, May 25 from 5:00 p.m.

to 7:00 p.m. Please note that this public event will occur depending on county guidelines in effect at that time. The cost is $5.00 and no coolers, please. There will be food trucks. Please bring your lawn chair and enjoy this patriotic salute to our veterans.

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8552 WOODBRIAR DRIVE • Sarasota • 3B/3B Stunningly beautiful, private and fully renovated, this Deer Creek residence is situated on over 1/3 acre. The living room with soaring ceilings and glass sliding doors leads to the pristine pool deck. Entertain effortlessly from the formal dining room or the open kitchen. Offered at $665,000

587 MEADOW SWEET CIRCLE • Osprey • 3B 2.5B This totally renovated, maintenance free home is located amid the natural beauty of Rivendell. A classic front porch entry unfolds to the open, softly styled living spaces, from an expansive living room with gas fireplace and 17-foot ceiling to a dining room and gourmet kitchen. Offered at $450,000

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Racquet Club News

Manager’s Report

By Kevin Lechlitner

President’s Report By Dick Bayles

You were notified by e-mail that your Board opted to close the Club in early April in what some members thought was an abundance of caution. I am hopeful that by the time you read this, some Club operations

may be open or about to open – at least those that do not involve groups and when safe distancing is available.

We have taken the opportunity to do a lot of maintenance work that is difficult when the Club is in operation – shampooing the Fitness Center carpet, powerwashing decks, walkways and canopies. We also got the pool northern wall finished just before the shut-down. While it took a while, the result is, in my opinion, a real upgrade to the landscaping. Rudy Blohm, Edvin, and Hans did an outstanding job and at a minimal cost. We will redo some of the landscaping above the new wall when operations resume. It has taken us a long time to solve our long-standing drainage problems in that area.

A couple of members have asked if the Club will be refunding a portion of the Annual Assessment considering the temporary closing of the Club during the COVID-19 crisis.

The bulk of our expenses are fixed; the costs of running irrigation, doing lawn, court, pool and other maintenance, insurance, etc. continue. We are also paying our full-time staff, who are doing maintenance projects that are difficult to do when the Club is in normal operation. As a non-profit organization, the Club operates on a “zero” margin and, therefore, we cannot issue refunds for a portion of the Annual Assessment.

I trust that you have stayed well during this once-in-a-century experience. Keep safe!

May 2020 The first half of April was very unusual for us as the Club was closed due to the Covid-19 global pandemic.

Even though there were no members around, the staff was here working on projects. We were busy cleaning

Happiness is…New Horizons While the end of this school year may not look or feel like past ones, the commitment of Jerry Williams, owner of Abel’s Ice Cream to honor his outgoing seniors hasn’t wavered.

“Every year members of our staff are some of the best and brightest in the graduating class, and 2020 is no different,” said Williams. “One of the most frequent comments we receive on reviews is about the friendliness and fun our employees exemplify. What a credit to these young people. We are thankful to be represented so well.”

Everyone has their favorite Abel’s Ice Cream flavor, including the employees, so we had to ask!

Lilah, who plans to major in Nuclear Engineering, is a fan of Cookies ‘N Cream

(Scrumptious Cookie flavored ice cream with crushed chocolate cookies in every bite! It’s a staple for a reason!)

Chloe, a future business management student, said her go to is Elephant Ears (Vanilla ice cream swirled with peanut butter & large chocolate chips.)

Dana, who’s going to study criminology said, “I know it’s basic, but our Cookie Dough (Sweet Cookie flavored ice cream loaded with chunks of cookie dough and sweet chocolate chips) is the best I’ve ever had.”

The students have fond memories of their experience at Abel’s, including funny interactions with customers and even their boss.

“Jerry is always trying to make paper towels into the trash can but misses 9/10 times,” Dana laughed.

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Although times may feel a bit uncertain, Williams is confident in the future. “These students are looking forward to new experiences and meeting challenges headon. I couldn’t be more proud of them.”

We want to join Jerry and the entire Abel’s staff in wishing the best of luck to the Class of 2020. Come by to enjoy our team’s favorite flavors, featured throughout the month. Abel’s Ice Cream is located at 1886 Stickney Point Road, Sarasota in the

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and organizing the Clubhouses and Fitness Center. The maintenance staff put a lot of miles on the pressure washer cleaning things we try not to do when there are members around. They even pressure washed the planter boxes down by the tennis courts. It was very different for us not having members here, but we certainly managed to get a lot of things done.

Beginning May 1st, the Guest Fee enters its new summertime rate.

Guests of members using the pool, Fitness Center or tennis courts will be charged a $10 fee per person, when using the Club before noon and $5 after noon. This rate will continue until November 1st when the fee will remain $10 throughout the day until May 1st. Guests residing under a member’s roof (in-house guests) will not be charged a fee if the member has registered their guests in advance with the Tennis Pro Shop.

Also, on May 1st our “Peak Time” policy comes to its seasonal end. Now reservations can be made two days in advance for prime-time courts (8:00 AM to 12:00 PM) as long as there aren’t more guests on the court than members. Please call me if you have any questions about our court reservation or guest policies.

As we have done for many years now, The Landings Racquet Club will offer a summer membership to those living in The Landings who aren’t already members. For a onetime $400 fee, during the months of June through September, your family will have full privileges throughout the facility. You will have access to the tennis courts, Fitness Center, our wonderful pool that is cooled to 84 degrees, use of the well-stocked lending library, as well as member rates on tennis lessons with our Tennis Director, Adrian Moghina.

Due to the ongoing pandemic, the Memorial Day BBQ is still up in the air. If the event is going to happen, it will be held on Monday, May 25th.

I will keep you posted via email as things unfold. The menu will be the same as we do every year; however, the room setup might need to be modified to allow more space between members. As usual, military veterans, the guests of honor, will be complimentary. Please register in the Pro Shop for the event. The sign-up sheet is on the counter.

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News from the Court

By Adrian “Mo” Moghina

During, this Coronavirus Pandemic hopefully you all have been able to somehow stay active and get some effective exercise. I was happy to see Roger Federer introduce the “wall challenge”. Hitting on the wall when I was a little kid is how I fell in love with tennis. I was around nine years old when my uncle bought me a five-dollar racquet from K-Mart. Like most kids, I had lots of energy, so the tennis racquet and ball were very stimulating for my eyes, hands and feet. I started to dribble the ball with the racquet around the house and outside. The challenge of hitting a tennis ball back and forth against a wall was very exciting. It was even more exciting when I challenged myself to hit a particular target on the wall.

I think practicing on the wall will also help you to improve your concentration, racquet control, consistency, footwork and accuracy.

But the most important part is that it will really benefit your timing. If you put a square or rectangle target on the wall with chalk or tape and try to hit it, you will get the most benefit. It takes really good timing to make consistent contact with the strings pointing toward the

intended target.

The other way to improve your tennis off of the tennis court is to shadow swing. Practice your neutral stance shadow swing the most. This is the most important stance to give you consistency and confidence. This is the same stance you would be in if you were riding a skateboard, surfing, golfing or swinging a baseball bat. When you practice your swing, don’t just push or guide the racquet. Instead, fire your legs and hips by pushing and pressing on the ground with your back foot to shift the weight forward to the front foot. This will give you the necessary momentum to accelerate your arm and racquet correctly. Whether you are serving or hitting ground strokes, acceleration is the key to good solid racquet control. Also, when you practice your shadow swings, have a visual goal of aiming to a particular part of the court, like cross court, down the middle, or down the line. To also help you work on your footwork, place a couple of balls on the ground as if you were hitting a forehand and a backhand. Now go back and forth by visualizing like you are actually hitting the ball, which will help you to organize your feet correctly to get in your neutral stance to hit strong forehands and backhands.

Practicing shadow swings and hitting on the wall will help you in real match situations because you can then focus on watching the ball and timing it to hit a specific part of the court instead of focusing on how to hit the ball.

Good luck and stay safe!

Can’t wait to see you on the courts soon.

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I want to express my thanks to all of the presenters and participants who attended our meetings. We hope to have our next discussion in November 2020.

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PLEASE CALL YOUR LANDING’S REAL ESTATE TEAM JUDY AND TARA TO INQUIRE ABOUT OTHER HOMES FOR SALE IN THE LANDINGS!

Meanwhile, sauté the onion, garlic, and eggplant and add to roasting pan

HOMES SOLD

Add tomatoes and vegetables Cook until done. How much time you need depends on how much and what parts of chicken you use.

Serve over rice or pasta

Price

HOMES FOR SALE

Put chicken, in a roasting pan with salt, pepper, and herbs

INGREDIENTS: One chicken or whatever parts you like. (My family is all dark meat)

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Salt and pepper, and whatever herbs you like

Nancy said, “It isn’t fancy but I have been making this forever, and recently found the written recipe.

She is sharing it with us. I think this dish makes a great lunch the next day, too.

&

Judy Tara

Eggplant cut up One onion Garlic

NANCY SCHULMAN’S -Chicken Hunter Style

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1740 STARLING DR Unit#101 • $315,000

1745 PINE HARRIER CIRCLE

455,000

3

2

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1741 PEREGRINE PT DR

735,000

3

3

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1580 LANDINGS TERR

814,000

4

4

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1,050,000

4

3

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5062 KESTRAL PARKWAY S LOTS SOLD

Do you have a favorite recipe at home you’d like to share in this column? Email me at: deericapito3@gmail.com

1484 PEREGRINE PT DR

600,000

26,888 SQFT

CONDOS FOR SALE

Just for Laughs

5278 HERON WAY

$280,000

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1706 STARLING DR

299,000

3

2

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Submitted by Landings residents

1740 STARLING DR

315,000

2

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Fresh out of college, a blonde began her new job as an elementary school counselor.

One day during recess she noticed a boy standing by himself at the end of the field, while the rest of the boys played soccer. She asked if he was all right and the boy said he was fine. A little while later she approached him again.

“Would you like me to be your friend?” she asked.

The boy hesitated then said, “OK”.

Feeling like she was making progress, she then asked,

1736 STARLING DR

320,000

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5430 EAGLES PT CIR #104

439,000

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“Why are you standing all alone?”

“Because, I’m the goalie,” he said.

What do you call a group of rabbits walking backward, single file? ...A receding hare line.

PLEASE CALL YOUR LANDING’S REAL ESTATE TEAMUDY AND TARA TO INQUIRE ABOUT OTHER CONDOS LISTED FOR SALE IN THE LANDINGS!

1736 STARLING DR Unit #202 • $320,000

CONDOS PENDING

Two women were having a conversation during their lunch break. “So, how’s your sex life these days?” One asked.

“Social Security kind?” “Yeah, you get a little each month, but it’s not enough to live on.”

Mandatory stay at home till April 30 For the safety of all, and by guidelines of The Stay At Home Order, SouthGate Barbershop will be closed until further notice.

4785 PINE HARRIER DR • $769,000

Green Magic Cleaning Service

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We don’t cut corners, we dust them.

A family owned business with 16 years of experience.

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(941) 780-4248

$289,000

2

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5420 EAGLES PT CIR #402

494,500

3

2

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1670 STARLING DR

250,000

2

2

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1682 STARLING DR

265,000

3

2

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5217 HERON WAY

310,000

2

2

1

5007 KESTRAL PARK DR

315,000

2

2

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1372 LANDINGS PT

364,888

3

2

1

1367 LANDINGS DR

410,000

3

2

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1427 LANDINGS PL

489,000

3

2

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1713 STARLING DR

495,000

3

2

1

5440 EAGLES PT CIR #104

555,000

3

2

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5430 EAGLES PT CIR #201

667,000

3

2

1

CONDOS SOLD

Please call for updates.

941-312-6001 Best wishes and good health to all!!

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5361 LANDINGS BLVD

4888 PEREGRINE POINT CIR N • $849,000 dy & Tara’s Ju ighbo borho o Ne

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Judy 350-0451

Tara 266-4873

OPEN HOUSE Michael Saunders & Company

Based on information from Realtor.com, Sarasota Property Appraiser, and Sarasota Association of Realtors for the period ending Feb. 20, 2020. These properties listed and sold in the past 4 months by various MLS participating offices.

Real Estate is our Profession, Service is our Passion Your Landings Resident Real Estate Team are proud advocates and supporters of Landings events including Sponsorship of the USTA Father/Son Annual Tennis Tournament.

Judy Greene • 941.350.0451 • JudyGreene@michaelsaunders.com Tara Lamb • 941.266.4873 • TaraLamb@michaelsaunders.com

Michael Saunders & Company Licensed Real Estate Broker

5100 Ocean Boulevard • Sarasota, FL 34242