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Neighbors Pitch In for Cleaner Lakes
PRESIDENT’S REPORT As we enter September and October keep an eye on the tropics and stay prepared
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By Mike Knupp, LMA Lakes & Drainage Chair
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KID’S CORNER
Meet Lucy Treibly, 11, 6th grader at New Gate Montessori IB School page
Last spring, the Landings Lakes, Environmental and the Carriagehouse 1 Association applied for a grant from the Sarasota Bay Estuary Project to make environmental improvements to Carriagehouse Lake (Lake 3). The long term intention is to use lake 3 as a test case to introduce non-chemical means to control algae in the lake using biodiversity in place of chemicals that end up in the bay. We are also trying to reduce erosion of the banks around the lakes. Because our stormwater drainage system flows directly into Roberts Bay and eventually into Sarasota Bay, we believe the benefits of our project will be the reduction of chemicals and sediments entering into Sarasota Bay. In addition, as we have noticed in our other lakes where we have established plants in the water and along the shorelines, we expect will result in a return of wildlife (shore birds not seen in years, otters and raptors) to the Project lake. The scientific basis for our project is a well-established correlation between the harmful effects of chemical buildup
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JUST FOR LAUGHS Just some jokes to keep you smiling... “Always keep your words sweet, you never know when you have to eat them!”
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OUTSIDE THE GATES News stories from the surround areas outside of our Landings community
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in retention ponds due to long-term spraying to eradicate algae and chemicals in lawn fertilizers that are leached into the ponds. Eliminating these point sources of harmful chemicals will enable a return to a balanced ecosystem of native water plants, fish and other wildlife that will manage algae and water quality naturally. We were awarded a grant to plant water plants in the water and along the shoreline. On Saturday August 10th, 11
volunteers from The Landings weathered rain, heat and high humidity at the lake to plant over 2,000 water plants around the parameter of the lake. Five different varieties of plants were installed. If this project is successful, we will begin to implement these programs in the eight other lakes in The Landings. We want to thank all the volunteers who made this project possible. Additional photos on page 17
New provision added for speeders
Emails
By Michael Knupp and Neil Goldman, LMA Safety Committee
In mid-August, the LMA had its first need to use the new bulk e-mail system that was implemented as part of The Landings website. If you did not get this notice, you are not on the LMA resident list. If you want to be on the list, send an e-mail to insidethelandings@ gmail.com. asking us to put you on. The facility, as required by current standards for such systems, adds a link at the bottom of the e-mail to “unsubscribe” to further e-mails. BUT NOTE, if you unsubscribe from this list you will NOT receive any LMA-business related e-mails, including notifications during emergency situations, including hurricanes. For your safety, please be sure at least one member of your household is on the list.
A new provision recommended by the Safety and Security Committee to be added to the current LMA speed policy will be considered at the next LMA Board meeting at the Racquet Club at 7 p.m. on Thursday, September 5th. The added provision will deal with multiple violations in a short period of time by vehicles registered within the same household. Pending LMA Board approval at the meeting the proposal will become effective immediately after the meeting. The proposed provision will deal with dangerous driving habits within the same household and hopefully will make the streets in our community safer.
The proposed addition to the current speeding policy is as follows: If a resident household has three (3) or more speeding violations of 10 miles per hour or more over the speed limit within a 60 day period, (even if those violations are by different vehicles and/or different drivers), the decals of all vehicles in that household that violated the speed limit within that 60 day period shall have their decals suspended for 30 days. A subsequent violation by any of those vehicles during the decal suspension period shall add 60 additional days to the decal suspension of said vehicles.
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LMA meeting notes
By Trebor Britt
LMA Pres. Norm Olshansky, opened the meeting by giving his president’s report. He announced the following: • He reported the success of the July happy hour and mentioned there would not be a happy hour in August. The next scheduled happy hour is September 4. • He announced tonight’s meeting would address several important security issues, an update on the new “Landing” development, as well as other important agenda items. • He reported there would be an update of progress regarding the overgrown properties along Philippi Shores. • He also reported seeking new vendor recommendations and restaurant reviews by residents to add to the website.
would do whatever was needed to make things right. Knupp announced speeding is continuing to be a problem in the community. He related an incident where six speeding violations occurred by drivers of 2 vehicles and a moped from the same residence. A brief discussion ensued regarding a potential change or addition in policy needed to address a few unique circumstances i.e. multiple drivers and multiple vehicles. Curb and a line painting on major streets will begin soon. This project will help increase night visibility of the islands. Residents are cautioned to watch their speed driving while these projects are ongoing.
FINANCE REPORT Treasurer, Dick Bayles reported there were no significant transactions in June that would affect year end projections. Six of the eight receivables with significant balances have been turned over to the LMA Attorney for collection and liens have been filed against some of the properties. The current year end forecast calls for a loss of approximately $10,000, however the final end of year numbers could vary either way.
LAKES Lakes chair, Michael Knupp was pleased to report lake algae issues were not as severe as in summers past. By the time this issue is printed, structural repairs to lake 3 (Carriagehouse Lake) should be completed and all the new water plants acquired through the Sarasota Estuary Project will have been planted. Hopefully this will allow for the cutback of chemicals used to reduce algae growth. Knupp also reported fountain lights were replaced and timers were fixed in several lakes.
MANAGERS REPORT Landing’s Manager, George Neil reported paying the usual amount of invoices and speaking with Sarasota County regarding the unkempt area near the south entrance. Owners of the property have been placed on notice to bring it up to county standards. He also announced the Florida Power and Light project to change over all lighting to LED lights is now complete.
DRAINAGE Committee chair, Michael Knupp reported the timely repair of the sink hole on the corner of Flicker Field Drive and Kestral Parkway South. If not repaired when it was, the entire road may have collapsed, as the base under the road had washed away. The swale work on six properties on the south side of Pine Harrier Circle is continuing. Nathan Overholt’s company is doing the work. Residents are reminded to maintain their swales which are an integral part of the drainage system and must be kept clear. Contact Michael Knupp or Roger Kidder with any questions.
SAFETY AND SECURITY Chairman Michael Knupp reported having a successful meeting with the president of the company who sold them the Traffic Hawk. He assured them he
ENVIRONMENTAL Committee chair, Maralyn KaufmanDavid, Ph.D reported information regarding participation in the 2019 International Coastal Cleanup can be found on The Landings website. The event is scheduled for Saturday, September 21, 2019. Contact Doug Day if interested. The Environmental Committee is seeking a volunteer to continue monitoring the effects of special pesticides used on the test island during August, September, November and December. The goal is to determine an environmentally sound balance of pesticides and fertilizers to use throughout The Landings. The restoration project will begin on Lake 3 once drainage issues have been resolved. The project was made possible through a grant awarded by the Sarasota Bay Estuary Program Partnership. COMMUNICATIONS Communications Chair, Joan Koplin reported the ad promoting the website will appear in The Eagle for 5 months. Their hope is to increase the number of residents using the website. Attendance at the Realtor Open House event was disappointing, likely due to the terrible weather that day. TECHNOLOGY Technology chair, Dick Bayles reported the replacement and relocation of decals on some vehicles seems to have resolved issue with the North Gate exit decal reader. Guard staff has been trained where to place decals for optimal reading. Account corrections and the upgrade of the Main Gate FIOS connection will cut the monthly FIOS bill in half. A test of the cellular backup installed last year was successful. MAINTENANCE Maintenance Committee chair, Ron Pierce, reported the progress of several projects. • Foliage planted to improve appearance
and mute the sound of equipment around a utility area on the west side of Kestral Parkway North is now complete. • Wall painting from the Main Gate to the south corner will be completed soon. • A vendor will pay to have a damaged wall repaired and repainted soon at the end of Starling Drive near the South Gate. • Fresh paint and safety reflectors are being added to all the main road curbs in The Landing’s. • The Sign Replacement Program has resumed. • The hidden lamp light near the North Gate will be repaired soon. • Damaged delineator safety posts near Kestral Parkway North and Tamiami Trail will be replaced soon. • Large trucks were escorted safely in and out of The Landings. • Suggestions are still being solicited to resolve an ongoing problem. Continued on page 20
Notifications Sept. 2: Labor Day BBQ Sept. 4: Happy Hour begins 6 p.m. Sept. 7: US Open Mixed Social Round Robin begins at 10 a.m. Sept. 21: Annual International Coastal Cleanup Nov. 1: Trick or Treat Trail from 6 - 9 p.m. Nov 13: Next Community Hauling Date Nov. 19 – 24: 27th Annual USTA National Senior, Super-Senior & Ultra-Senior Father/Son Clay Court Championships
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President’s Column As I prepare this column in early August, there are news reports of tropical depressions heading to the gulf. No major storms yet (just lots of rain) in Sarasota, but a reminder that September and October are usually the months when we have the most named storms and hurricanes. Be prepared. Go to our website and review the steps to be taken prior to and after a major storm or hurricane. It is very important that we not only protect our own properties, but that we are also considerate of neighbors. Please make sure that you put inside, any plants, furniture, grills, etc. that could be caught up in a storm and cause damage to nearby properties. We continue to have challenges with our lakes. Summer rains have created sink holes near drains and several repairs are underway. Mark your calendars for the next happy hour on September 4th and look at the photos in this issue of The Eagle from the July happy hour. Special thank you to Paige Packman and her happy hour committee for continuing this popular event during the summer months.
By Norman Olshansky
We are in the process of addressing the concerns relating to the new development by HR Horton, which is marketed as “The Landing.” It has already caused some confusion and issues, which we are trying to address. We have sought legal counsel to assist us going forward. Unfortunately, there have been several new incidents of multiple speeding violations by individuals that will result in punitive actions by the board. We have already taken away the ability of several residents to use their decals and others will soon be removed. Please make sure all drivers in your household adhere to our speed restrictions. The board does not want to spend its time penalizing our neighbors but in the interest of everyone’s safety and security we will crack down hard on multiple violations. Over the past several months we have been pleased to have additional residents attend our board meetings. They have brought up important issues for us to address and have added a lot of value to our discussions.
Our next board meeting is Thursday September 5th at the Lakeside Room LRC. I hope I’ll see you there. We are seeking input on our new website for new vendor recommendations as well as reviews by residents of restaurants they have been to recently, especially ones that you visited for the first time this summer. Send your recommendations and reviews to insidethelandings@gmail.com As I sit and have coffee after tennis at the LRC, I often hear about some amazing trips our residents have taken this summer. If you have, blogs, photos or stories to share please submit them to our website or to The Eagle. Take a copy of The Eagle with you on your travels and submit photos of you with the paper to Islandvp@verizon.net with the heading, “The Eagle has Landed” Your stories are what makes our publication so interesting. On a personal note, my tennis game is getting rusty given how many days matches have been cancelled due to rain. Beverly and I will have just come back from Africa by the time you read
this column. I’ll try to share some of our photos in the October issue of The Eagle. Norman Olshansky insidethelandings@gmail.com
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LHA meeting notes Mike Knupp, LMA Lakes & Drainage Chair and LHA board member reported that the Pine Harrier Circle drainage work involving several homeowners has been completed. The LMA will pay two-thirds of the $19,000 cost of the repairs; the Landings Homeowners will pay one-third of the cost. The Board approved landscape modifications, including tree removal, for properties on Flicker Field Circle, Peregrine Point Court, and Landings Court. A preliminary look at the Association’s budget for 2020 keeps the Annual Assessment at it’s current $200.00. The budget will be adopted at the Association’s November board meeting. The next regularly scheduled board meeting is September 12, 2019 at the Landings Racquet Club at 7:00 p.m.
USTA National Senior, Super Senior & Ultra Senior Father/Son Tennis Tournament This is the place To be for THE Usta National Senior, Super Senior & Ultra Senior Father/Son Tennis Tournament.
STARTING DATE: Tuesday November 19th, to Sunday November 24th A shout out for Hosts! A host is a volunteer who is really appreciated by the players. A host is assigned a team, you get to welcome them, answer any questions about the club, then cheer for them at their matches;
Phillippi Estate Park September is the month when Phillippi Estate Park starts getting organized for “season” in Sarasota. Please mark your calendars for the below: Wednesday, October 2 – PHILLIPPI FARMHOUSE MARKET re-opens for its 12th season. There will be lots of local fresh produce, including USDA organic fruits and vegetables, local honey, herbs and starter plants, live music, local photography, artisans’ handcrafted products and baked goods to tempt your taste buds along with food trucks and an information booth to let you know what else is going on in Sarasota. Expect the Humane Society of Sarasota County to be arriving in October with adorable, adoptable kitties and dogs. Breakfast and lunch offerings abound and vendors look forward to visiting with their longtime customers
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and help make their participation in the tournament a happy experience. All members and hosts are encouraged to bring a pot luck lunch dish on Thursday of the event when all the players and their families are in town. Also, hosts are welcome to join their team at the club that evening for a casual dinner meet-&-greet. You are also rewarded with a T-Shirt to remember the event, as well as exciting games all week long. It’s a National Tournament. Encompassing. 60s.senior 70. Super senior. 80 year old ultra-seniors. It’s a fathers with their sons event. For more info please contact Ralph or Dee Ricapito: 941-8276261. Or email: Ricapitoralph@gmail.com
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and friends. The market is open each Wednesday from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. October through the end of April. Ample free parking and handicap accessible. Of course, the historic Edson Keith Mansion will host a docentled tour each Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. Please be on the front porch a few minutes before 10 a.m. There is only one tour each Wednesday, so please be prompt. The tour is FREE; however, donations to the renovation of the historic Keith Farmhouse are always appreciated. The exterior of the Farmhouse has been renovated. When the Farmhouse interior is complete, the building will be open as an interpretive center, featuring archaeological artifacts excavated on the property, going back 2,500 years, as well as old photos and memorabilia from the early days of the 20th century. Walk up onto the porches of the Farmhouse and peer into the windows to see what still needs to be done. On Sunday, October 13, the first in a series of AFTERNOONS AT THE MANSION will occur. Kate Holmes will present “Bertha Palmer Comes to the Mansion … with Brownies”. This lecture will be a fund-raiser for the renovation of the historic Keith Farmhouse. Tickets will be $20 each, there will be Light Refreshments, including Bertha’s famous brownies. Did you know that Bertha Palmer invented the Brownie and her recipe is still served today at the Palmer House Hilton in Chicago? There will also be gift baskets raffled off. One basket will be an assortment of gift certificates to local historical museums, another will feature historical books by local authors and the third basket will be an assortment of antique china and teas for some lucky winner. Raffle tickets are 3 for $5.00 or 7 for $10.00. Again, all funds raised will be earmarked for the renovation of the historic Keith Farmhouse. The next AFTERNOONS AT THE MANSION will feature Jeff LaHurd on Sunday, November 10, speaking about Sarasota in the Roaring 20’s; John McCarthy on Sunday December 8, with Rising Tides, Shifting Sands – Ancient Sites in Peril and ending with Vicky Oldham on Sunday, January 5, with Newtown Alive, singer Troy Nichols and the Newtown Music Makers. All of these ATERNOONS AT THE MANSION will be fundraisers for the renovation of the historic Keith Farmhouse and $20 per ticket with light refreshments, all starting at 2:00 p.m. For more information on this series and to make reservations, please call 941-316-1309. The Bradenton-Sarasota Rose Society will open its Fall Season on Sunday, September 22 at the Edson Keith Mansion, program starting at 2:00 p.m. The Rose Society welcomes all, is FREE, so come to the Mansion to learn how to grow glorious roses in Sarasota. For more information, please visit www.B-SRS.org. And, be sure to visit the Mansion’s English Rose Garden. There is always something in blossom for you to enjoy.
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CALL FOR ARTISTS
The Landings Resident Artists - fine art painters, watercolorists, fabric artists, photographers, sculptors - are invited to display their work at the Racquet Clubhouse, Friday December 6, 2019 from 5 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, December 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reception from 5-7 p.m. on Friday. Interested in participating? Please contact MarieLouise McHugh by email: mchughmld@gmail.com or call (518)698-3642.
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Bill and Cathy Winkler were at Britain’s most picturesque and evocative Bodiam Castle located near East Sussex, England. Photo was taken on 7/26/2019. Photo submitted by Bill Winkler.
Norman Olshansky and Beverly Austgen in Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa on their way to Victoria Falls, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Cape Town. Photos from safari in next issue of The Eagle. Photo submitted by Norman Olshansky.
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Racquet Club News |President’s Report Jen As announced to those on our e-mail list in August, our seasonal Tennis Co-director, John Janes, has left us and will become the Tennis Director at the Boca Grande Club. Joining us in his place as our seasonal Head Pro is the outgoing Boca Grande Tennis Director – Jennifer (“Jen”)Fiers, daughter of a resident of The Landings. Jennifer’s tennis career includes winning the 12-Under nationals, reaching No. 5 in the nation in junior tennis, earning an MVP award at the University of Florida, playing No. 2 singles and No. 1 doubles at the University of Virginia, and earning a national ranking of No. 10 in doubles. After playing on the women’s professional tour for a few years, Jen has coached programs from California to New York, with an emphasis on teen and pre-teen tennis. She was the Tennis Director at Boca Grande for over four years. And she had time to earn three degrees, ending with a PhD in Anthropology from the University of Florida, with her dissertation on youth and sports. She resigned from Boca Grande to spend more time with her family, lives close by with her husband and two children, 2 and 5, and is looking forward to
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By Dick Bayles a much shorter commute. She will start working for Adrian (“Mo”) Moghina, our Tennis Director, in mid-October. We are lucky to have her! Construction The Club has filed for the permit required for our walkway replacement project. In an approximately seven-week construction period, we will be removing and replacing the walkway connections between the Pro Shop, Poolside building, Lakeside building, and Fitness Center. Given the difficulty in bringing in heavy equipment, this will be a laborintensive, and messy, project. There will continue to be access to all areas of the Club, but the route to get there may be circuitous, depending on the stage of demolition/replacement. The work will provide improved drainage and wiring and, behind the scenes, a more solid electrical infrastructure. I “hope” the work will begin by mid-September. It depends on the Sarasota County building department’s issuance of the permit. When it starts, BE PATIENT, PLEASE! It’ll be over soon enough.
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A reminder that the Club’s e-mail addresses have been changed, although the old addresses will forward to the new ones for some time. The new addresses are: Kevin: lrctennis@hotmail.com Mo and John: lrctennisdirector@outlook.com
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|Tennis Tips
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By Adrian “Mo” Moghina
As a reminder, our Annual Labor Day BBQ is scheduled for Monday, September 2nd. If you are interested in attending this year and haven’t signed up yet, please call the Pro Shop at 923-3886 to see if we still have any space available. We will do our best to include you if possible. At this point I’m certain you have already heard the news about John Janes heading to the Boca Grande Club. It was a sad day for The Landings tennis community when the news broke via email. John is an outstanding tennis professional and an all-around great guy. The Landings was fortunate to have him on staff for as long as we did. I want to wish him the best of luck down on Boca Grande. There is no doubt in my mind he will do a great job. John’s departure left us with an opening for another pro. I’m happy to say that Jennifer Fiers has agreed to join The Landings team. I’ve known Jen for a long time and think she is an excellent fit for the Club. She is an accomplished player and has many years of teaching experience under her belt. Jen & Mo even worked together one season a few years ago. When you see Jen at the Club, please take the time to introduce yourself and welcome
her to The Landings family. The LRC annual mailing will be sent out later this year. Now is a great time to update your mailing address and other pertinent information with the Club, including an emergency contact name and phone number. If you would like to receive your annual packet somewhere other than your Landings address, please contact the Tennis Pro Shop. As always, if you would like to receive weekly emails regarding upcoming events at the Club, please email me at lrctennis@hotmail.com and I will be happy to add you to my address book. Currently we are in the middle of the annual court resurfacing project. Two courts at a time will be offline for maintenance until all eight are complete. Having two courts down for maintenance will put a premium on court availability through the month of September. Please be sure to call in advance for your reservations regardless of what time of day you are playing. Once the courts have been redone, to keep them playing well, we ask that members brush the courts when their match finishes after 5:00 p.m. For your convenience, there is a brush hanging on every set of courts. It only takes a few minutes to do and it makes a world of difference. Thanks in advance for your assistance in helping to keep our courts in pristine condition.
I know the entire Landings tennis community will miss John and his beloved personality on the court. Please join me in wishing him all the best in his new position as the tennis director of the Boca Grande Club. He will quickly be embraced by his new club for not only his teaching talents but also his ability to make you smile and laugh. I have great memories of working with John throughout our careers. And we are fortunate that he remains close. Perhaps he will join us for pro exhibitions when his schedule allows. Please join me in welcoming Jen Fiers, newly appointed Assistant Head Tennis Professional. I know we will make a great team as we worked together for a season at the Boca Grande Club. She brings a great deal of passion and knowledge for the game. If you’d like the opportunity to get to know Jen before you meet her in person, her bio is posted on The Landings website. She will start full-time on October 15. We will have our annual US Open Mixed Social Round Robin on Saturday, September 7 from 10-11:30 a.m., followed by pizza and beer while watching the US Open Mixed Doubles Final (starts at 12 o’clock).
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Alpine Steakhouse’s signature all Natural Bone Broth For this new and popular craze in health-conscious eating we are doing all of the work for our customers. We take the time to slow roast all of our bones to intensify the flavor and color of the broth. This is a very traditional method that chefs have been using for hundreds of years. We use only hormone and antibiotic free meats in the store; therefore, all of our broths are hormone and antibiotic free. That being said, we also us the freshest produce available to strengthen the flavor of our broths. We offer broth flavored with celery, carrot and onion, a classic mirepoix, and we also have a few varieties that will have the addition of freshly grated ginger and apple cider vinegar. All of the broths, after the bones are roasted, simmer on our stoves for at least 24 hours. The thought process behind such a long cook time is it will help blend the flavors from all of the vegetables, meats and seasonings added. After the broths are simmered all of the residual fat is removed and the broths are frozen immediately for sale in the meat market. There are many people who swear by the health effects of bone broth. It
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is said to aid in digestive issues and provide a great source of protein to customers either with difficulty swallowing, or those that are restricted to a liquid diet. Many customers are using bone broth as an alternative to caffeine. Doing so also decreases the amount of sugar that is consumed. All of our broths are sold frozen as mentioned. We sell the broths frozen because we do not add any preservatives to the broth. The only ingredient in the broth that acts as a preservative is coarse ground kosher salt. This is added sparingly, only to enhance the flavor. The varieties of broth that we produce are not only limited to beef. We produce three different types of beef broth, one unflavored, one flavored with the ginger and vinegar as stated, and one flavored broth that is made with only grass-fed bones. We also produce flavored broths from pork, chicken and turkey. All of these broths do not have excess sodium added to them, use only the freshest ingredients and are great tasting. We take pride in the quality of the bone broth, and strive to make
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July’s Happy Hour Social By Paige Packman / Photos by Norman Olshansky and Dee Ricapito No chance to be bored in the summer here at The Landings, there is always something fun going on. We had a good turnout at the July 24th happy hour social, with 44 people attending. Great food spread and conversation! Our next happy hour will be on Wednesday,
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September 4th from 6-8 p.m. Also, we are looking for volunteers to provide music at our happy hours, this would really enhance these events. If you are interested, please reach out to Paige Packman at ppackman@gmail.com. We hope you are having an enjoyable summer!
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Lucy Treibly, 11, 6th grader at New Gate Montessori IB School • Do you have any brothers and sisters? One brother, Giles, 8. • Do you have any pets? No, but I’d love to get a hypoallergenic dog. • How long have you been in The Landings? We’ve been here about 5 years. • Do you like most about The Landings? I really like our street. It’s a circle and is great for short bike rides. • Favorite ice cream flavor? Mint chocolate chip. • Favorite school subject? Math. • Favorite book? I’m reading Ambrose Deception right now. It’s about three kids who think they are getting a scholarship but it becomes much more. • Favorite TV show? Just Add Magic. It’s about three girls who have a magic book and they cook with magic ingredients. • Favorite sport? Ballet, jazz, and contemporary dance. • Favorite color? Blue • Favorite songs? Nevermind by Dennis Lloyd and You Say by Lauren Daigle. • Favorite food? Pepperoni pizza and blueberries. • Least favorite food? Cottage cheese. • Favorite holiday? My birthday. • One word to describe you would be? Energetic. • What do you do in your spare time? I dance or read. I go to Gulf Coast Ballet three times a week but double up on classes on some days. I also like drawing, painting, and making paper collages. • If you could wave a magic wand, what ill in the world would you solve? Guns. • How was your summer? Great! We went on a 2 week road trip to Savannah, GA, then to Cashiers, NC, then to Boone, NC then Kentucky, and Chattanooga, TN. We did 11 hikes one week! We saw mountains, waterfalls, and salamanders. We visited friends and family in Kentucky. We also went tubing on the New River in Boone, NC. It is the oldest river in the US and pretty shallow. In Cashiers, we stayed at a lake house and went kayaking and swimming. We even saw an otter and some bats! We were hoping to go to Mammoth Cave but didn’t make it. We visited Grandfather Mountain. There is the highest suspension bridge in the US there. Since they replaced the old wooden slats on the bridge with metal, when the wind blows through the metal, it makes its own song. It’s called the “Singing Bridge” now. It still swings but not a lot because the bridge
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is connected to the ground with a cable. • If you could be any animal, what would you be? I’d be a dolphin because they are playful and do flips. • Where is your favorite place to be? At my dance studio • What do you want to be when you grow up? I’d like to be an interior designer. I enjoy watching all of the design shows on TV. • If you had super powers, what would they be? Stretchy arms and legs! • If you could be president for the day, what would you do? I’d make food for people that don’t have food. • If you had to give away all of your toys except one, which one would you keep? My art supplies. • What is something that you’re thankful for? My family ♥
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September is the month that redfish begin schooling up in Sarasota. The expansive shallow flats in Sarasota Bay are traditionally the most productive areas to fish. A low, incoming tide in the morning is preferred, allowing anglers to see the large schools of reds. As the tide rises, the fish will work up from the edges of flats and holes onto the grass to feed. Locating the fish can be difficult under flood tide conditions; there is just too much water up on the flat to effectively sight fish. Speckled trout fishing has been rebounding this year and this should continue in September. Deeper flats will produce more fish, while the larger specimens may be found in shallow water. A topwater or shallow diving plug worked over bars at first light is a deadly technique for fooling gator trout. Anglers fishing the deep grass will catch a variety of species this month including bluefish, Spanish mackerel, mangrove snapper, pompano, gag grouper, and ladyfish. Both live bait and artificial lures will catch plenty of fish. A Bass Assassin grub on a ¼ ounce jig head is a great choice for anglers who enjoy casting artificial lures. Olive (08) X-Raps and other plugs are also effective along with gold and silver spoons. A live shrimp under a popping cork is a time-proven technique for catching “specks” on the West Coast of Florida. Snook will migrate from the beaches back into the bays. Both passes will be great spots to fish, especially on afternoon outgoing tides. The bars and mangrove shorelines along Siesta Key are prime spots as the fish move towards their fall feeding areas. Artificial baits will allow anglers to cover more water, while a well full of pilchards practically guarantees success. Redfish, large speckled trout, jack crevelle, and mangrove snapper may also be encountered while pursuing the mighty snook. Lighted docks and bridges are snook magnets and will provide great action for anglers looking to catch fish and escape the summer sun. Live and artificial shrimp free lined in the tide are deadly, as are small white flies. Surf fishing off the Siesta Key beaches should be good for snook, ladyfish, Spanish mackerel, pompano, and other species. Point of Rocks is the best spot as there is a lot of fish-holding structure, but any stretch of beach is likely to produce. Live bait such as shrimp and small bait fish works great. A #1 live bait hook with a short piece of leader and a split shot is the preferred rig. Spoons, plugs, and jigs are also effective baits in the surf. The rocks and bridges in Big Pass will be excellent spots to target mangrove snapper this month. These tasty saltwater panfish will be migrating out of the bay and into the Gulf of Mexico. Slack tides are the best times to drop a live shrimp or bait fish along the structure. Don’t be surprised if a big snook intercepts a bait meant for a mang!
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A retaining wall has been repaired four times at the corner of Kestral Parkway South and Kestral Park Place. Large trucks continue to damage it trying to negotiate a turn in that area. LANDSCAPING Landscaping chair, Paul Weiner reported a $9.30 charge for irrigation repairs. “THE LANDING” DEVELOPMENT UPDATE Concerns over issues related to a new development east of I-75 named “The Landing” have now been brought to the attention of the project’s executives. Initial research and advise was sought from an Intellectual Property Attorney who just happened to become a resident of The Landings recently. The Board will continue to pursue a friendly resolution. Updates will appear in The Eagle as progress becomes public. GENERAL DISCUSSION • The bee keeper issue has been tabled until they receive a proposal. • Doug Day suggested the coyote issue be tabled after discovering there are no reports of humans being attacked. LMA Pres. Norm Olshansky added the feeding of bird and other small animals contributes to the coyote problem. • Resident Bill Whitman mentioned the concern of a resident who recently had a bush removed on LMA property that was beginning to re-grow. The Maintenance Committee chairman agreed to look into the concern. • A resident voiced concerns over the amount and size of the alligator warning signs and whether they would deter potential residents. The concern was duly noted and referred to the Safety and Security committee. ACCESS TO LMA OWNED PROPERTY Resident, Kim Hart requested board approval of a proposal to erect and extend a fence at 5089 Kestral Parkway South that would extend over 10 feet of Landings property. A host of concerns were brought forth by board members. Some important questions arose. • Did the Board need to seek a legal opinion whether they have the authority or right to sell, lease or even allow a resident to use a portion of LMA property? • The implications of setting a new precedent. • Did the Board want to accommodate the owner and explore reasonable remedies? • Were there adverse possession issues? • Were additional invisible fence options available? By the end of the discussion, Hart agreed to have an invisible fence installed by a company that would give her a money back guarantee of success.
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Just for Laughs Always keep your words sweet, you never know when you have to eat them! Never put your foot in your mouth, since you won’t have a leg to stand on. You know you are a happy person, if you can enjoy the scenery on a detour.
When I was young I decided to go to medical school. At the entrance exam, we were asked to rearrange the letters: P N E I S, and form the name of an important human body part which is most useful when erect. Those who answered SPINE are doctors today, while the rest are on Facebook…
Why is it that brain cells, hair cells and skin cells all die constantly, but fat cells seem to have eternal life?
A man received the following text from his neighbor: “I am so sorry but I’ve been riddled with guilt and have to confess something to you. “ “I have been helping myself to your wife, day and night when you’re not around. In fact, probably more than you. I do not get it at home, and I know that’s no excuse.” “I can no longer live with the guilt and hope you’ll accept my sincerest apology with the promise that it won’t ever happen again.” Bob, in complete shock, was trying to absorb this devastating news when another text came in from the same neighbor. “OMG, this stupid auto-correct! I meant WI-FI!”
It’s ok to talk to yourself. Heck, now a days, it’s even ok to answer yourself. But when you ask yourself to repeat what you just said, you may have a problem.
A new supermarket opened near my house. It has an automatic water mister to keep the produce fresh. Just before it goes on, you hear the sound of distant thunder
You never appreciate what you have till it’s gone. Toilet paper is a good example. My mood ring is missing, and I don’t know how I feel about that. The older I get, the more I have in common with computers. We both start with lots of memory and drive, then become outdated, crash unexpectedly, and eventually have to have our parts replaced.
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My name is Lucy. Have you seen me taking Mutti Karin for walks around the treehouses? It took a while to train Mutti Karin; but, now she obediently marches at my excruciatingly slow pace, tolerating extensive sniffing episodes. In return, I follow Answers from her Kommandos: “stay”, Page 14 “sitz”, “this way”, “wait!” Yes, I am sehr smart und bi-lingual.....not counting Summer meow talk or body Inflatables language. Born in Pennsylvania 12 years ago, Mutti Karin and Bob adopted and transformed me into a happy Floridian. My love for mild tempered dogs is legendary. As is my famous lion cut. “Ja, I rock”! After all — I am a cat! Hope to get a chance to meet you! Until then “Auf Wiedersehen”! PurrAffectionately yours, Lucy (and Mutti Karin Friend) PS. In case you wonder: “I try to be a Persian.”
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This month we chose the American Bald Eagle for our ‘Bird in our Backyard’ series because of the recent sighting of two bald eagles in our own Landings Eagle’s Nest! This large preserve area off of Landings Boulevard was preserved and named “Eagle’s Nest” in the early 1980’s when The Landings development was being created because of a nesting pair of eagles in residence in the large live oak tree. Throughout the years since then, there have been periodic eagle sightings in The Landings (see photos). We were all happy to see a pair this year. This may reflect the comeback success story of the eagle in Florida. In the 1970’s, they were on the brink of extinction due in large part to the use of the pesticide DDT. Now, although not common knowledge, Florida is home to more nesting pairs (1,133 pairs) of bald eagles than any other state in USA with the exceptions of Alaska and Minnesota (according to wildflorida.com). Here are some facts about Bald Eagles – males and females have a 6-7.5 foot wingspan, a large white tail, white head, and contrasting blackishbrown body, and yellow hooked beak and feet. The females are about 25% larger than the male. Eagles mate for life and have a lifespan of about 20 years. The eagles’ habitats are forested areas near shallow or fresh water, with territories around inland lakes and rivers and along the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. Eagle nests, called “aeries” are usually within two miles of water and are quite large, being built up in size by the returning owners year after year. (A record-sized nest in St. Petersburg, Florida was 9.5 feet in diameter and 20 feet tall.) In Florida, the American Bald Eagle begins nesting in late September through early October. The female usually lays two eggs anytime between October and April. The male and female share time incubating the eggs for about 35 days. About 11 weeks after birth, the young eagles begin flying near the nest and with their parents for about another month before departing on their own. Many fly north for the summer, oftentimes to the Chesapeake Bay area. If you are interested in locating bald eagle nests, you can use a mapping tool provided by the Florida Wildlife Commission (http://myfwc.
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Outside the Gates Updates at The Landings Plaza Apollonia Mediterranean Grill is geared to open in September. They’ll be offering weekly specials such as their three course Prix-Fixe menu on Mondays, Opa on Wednesdays, and an all-you-can-eat family style menu on Sundays. Other businesses coming to the Plaza are Poppos Mexican, targeted to open this winter along with Dog Perfect. Miss Jodi’s Dance School is scheduled to open this fall.
Current details on the Siesta Promenade process
Attorney for Sarasota County and Benderson sent Judge McHugh their responses to the plaintiff’s, Sura Kochman, petition. Ralf Brooks, attorney for the plaintiff, replied to the defendants arguments and also filed a motion requesting oral arguments on the issues. Currently the parties are awaiting the judge’s response. SUMMARY OF THE PLEADINGS UNDER CONSIDERATION: Much of Brookes’ 18-page reply brief in the case deals with the Sarasota County ordinance detailing the CAP process. Brookes included a copy of a county flowchart “expressly indicating the steps that must be taken for CAP approval and in precisely what order. “By ‘touching the bases’ in the wrong order,” he added, Benderson and Siesta 41 Associates “violated the essential requirements of law.” In his response to the lawsuit, Benderson’s attorney, Lincoln, wrote that the Circuit Court lacked jurisdiction over “Kochman’s complaints relating to the approval of the Project CAP... Simply put,” Lincoln pointed out, the commission’s “decision to approve the Project CAP to allow mixed use development at this busy Sarasota intersection was a legislative decision,” and a Petition for Writ of Certiorari cannot contest such action.
Coconuts Outlet Store closing
After 37 years, owner John Cannon informed The Eagle, of the closing of his Coconuts Outlet Store in the corner of Captain Curt’s Plaza, directly behind Captain Curt’s restaurant. A Siesta Key favorite for years, families have been shopping at Coconuts
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Outlet Store for generations. You’ll still be able to shop at their Coconuts main store, next to Crescent Beach Grocery, which will remain open. The outlet store will be closing the end of September. Everything must go, Clothing/Bags/Jewelry/Crocs- $5 $10 $20 and 50% off racks- Open Daily 106. Located at 1218 Old Stickney Point Road, Siesta Key in Captain Curt’s Plaza.
the long-term renourishment initiative on that shoreline. The Siesta Key Association has long stated that this would and could do harm to the park. This area would have been used during peak tourism season.
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Siesta Key Chamber Celebrates 60 Years (1959-2019)
It’s time to Shake, Rattle, and Roll Like It’s 1959. In celebration of their 60th anniversary, the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce is hosting a 1950’s/60’s themed party, Friday, October 4 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Gilligan’s Island Bar & Grill, 5253 Ocean Boulevard, Siesta Key. The event is open to the public and tickets are $19.59 each. Advance tickets are required, and include food buffet, dessert, discounted drink specials, music, dancing, and more! Guests are encouraged to dress in 1950’s and 1960’s attire! The Chamber also has a limited number of commemorative 60th Anniversary ornaments available for purchase. The unique 3-D design depicts an iconic lifeguard stand on Siesta Beach. Ornaments are $30 each. For more information and to purchase tickets and ornaments, go to www.siestakeychamber.com, or call the Chamber office at 941.349.3800.
GO BLUE! Attention Michigan Wolverine football fans Starting Aug 31, Siesta Key’s Crescent Club transforms itself every Saturday becoming headquarters for Michigan Wolverine Football. The Crescent Club will present every Michigan game with multiple new TV’s. The bar is also offering Free Coney hot dogs. Come join the fun! The Crescent Club is located at 6519 Midnight Pass Road on Siesta Key, 941-349-1311.
Lido Beach renourishment In late April, Assistant Sarasota County Administrator Brad Johnson informed Deputy Sarasota City Manager Marlon Brown that the county’s Ted Sperling Park on South Lido Key Beach could not be used as a staging area for
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Rendering of proposed ‘Fire Station No. 13 (Siesta)’
Fire Station 13
Temporary quarters sought for Station 13 crew as Siesta facility is rebuilt As the Sarasota County Fire Department prepares for the rebuilding of Station 13 on Siesta Key, county staff has been negotiating for temporary space in the building standing at 5700 Midnight Pass Road, to keep the firefighters/emergency medical technicians (EMTs) close to their current location. That was news Fire Chief Michael Regnier provided the Siesta Key Association (SKA) during their regular August meeting. A sign in front of the 5700 Midnight Pass Road structure in early August advertised space for lease, noting the availability of units ranging from 960 to 1,400 square feet and the “Great Parking.” The plan, Regnier said, is to begin construction of the new, two-story fire facility in the spring of 2020. “It’ll take about 12 months to build the station.”
New timeline for conclusion of road swap involving Siesta Key and River Road If the tentative timeline proves out, the Sarasota County Commission in late September finally will be able to vote on the swap of Siesta Key roads to the county, in exchange for the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) taking over River Road. The county has been negotiating the
proposed the lowering of the speed limit in Siesta Village from 20 mph to 15 mph, SKA President Catherine Luckner told members during their regular August meeting.
Siesta Creamery to open in South Bridge Mall
Siesta Creamery, located in the space formerly occupied by A Taste of Germany, in the South Bridge Mall, is set to open early October. This new business will serve ice cream and espresso along with Amish donuts from Der Dutchman’s Restaurant. Interestingly, owner Dennis Yoder is the founder of Big Olaf Creamery of Siesta located in the Siesta Key Village. At 85, he’s ready to give it another go with Siesta Creamery. Stop in to try one of their unique items: the donut sundae. While you’re there, Dennis will happily share stories of his earlier years. 6575 Midnight Pass Road, 34242 / 941-929-5206.
Looking for A Taste of Germany?
This small Siesta Key restaurant has outgrown its last two Siesta Key locations with the popularity of their rum cakes so they’ve moved off-island to a larger facility. Their current location is at 6606 26th Ct. E, Sarasota, 34243, and they are now focused on expanding their 56 flavors rum cake business. You can place an order for their delicious rum cakes online at ATasteofGermanySiesta. com or call them at 941-320-1511.
Landings Residents’ Handbook & Directory I have started preparation of the 2019-20 issue of the Landings Handbook & Directory (the “Greenbook”). Owners should check their listing on The Landings website (www. thelandingsofsarasota.com) to confirm that their information is correct, and inform me of changes as described in the last paragraph of this article. Residents are encouraged to use the website (www. thelandingsofsarasota.com) as their directory and Landings information resource. Directory information is updated on the site no less often than weekly. Changes are made to other information when appropriate. If you want current information, use the site! If you have not established a user ID on our site, you can do so by clicking on the Resident’s Login button on the site’s home page and follow the directions. Commencing with this issue of The Landings Eagle, this article will contain only the arrival of new residents to The Landings. As noted above, all other changes are made more frequently to the Resident’s Directory in our website.
New owners since the last issue of The Landings Eagle: • Carol Lampton, 5457 Eagles Point Cir.
Additions, changes, or corrections should be requested from the Resident’s Directory page on The Landings website. They may also be directed to me in writing. Directory forms are available from me via e‑mail, on the website, or from your association, and may be dropped off at the Landings Racquet Club or Main Gate to my attention or sent via mail or e‑mail. The printed version of the Handbook and Directory and a binder are available at the Main Gate. Dick Bayles 1729 Landings Way, Sarasota, FL 34231 landings.directory@gmail.com Useful & Emergency Phone Numbers... Verizon - Phone Service.................................. 1.800.483.1000 Comcast Cable............................................................ 371.6700 Emergency Animal Clinic......................................... 929.1818 Poison Info Center........................................... 1.800.282.3171 Waste Management................................................... 924.1254 Landings Eagle.................................................... 941.539.0205 Landing’s Gate........................................................... 922.5531 Landings Racquet Club............................................. 923.3886 Landings Community Hauling Program............................... .......................................................................941-727-6464x110 LRC e-mail........................................LRCtennis@verizon.net Argus Management................................................... 927.6464 Sheriff Non-Emergency............................................. 861.5800 FPL - Florida Power & light...................................... 917.0708 FPL - Outage Report........................................ 1.800.468.8243 Fishing & Hunting Licenses.............................. 941.362.9888 Marriage License Bureau................................... 941.362.4066 Sarasota County Hotline........................................... 861.5000 Sarasota/Bradenton Intl. Airport..................... 941.359.2770 Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT)............. 941.316.1234 Sarasota County Information Call Center..................................... ...................................................................941.861.5000/scgov.net Sarasota Doctors Hospital.................................. 941.342.1100 Sarasota Memorial/Health Care System..............941.917.7760 Emergency (General).......................................................... 911 Life-threatening EMERGENCY: call 911 first, then call the gate. They will direct emergency vehicles www.landingseagle.com www.thelandingsofsarasota.com
SAFETY MATTERS
Updated monthly metrics
The Safety Committee has worked with Guard One staff to reinstate reporting of Security Incidents at The Landings.
Month Counts Type of Incident Details/ Resolution Jul-19 1 Assist Other Agency SCFD on scene Providing traffic & crowd control. Jul-19 1 Information Report Light Pole out on Peregrine Point Dr. Reported to FPL Jul-19 22 Open Door Reports All were garage doors Jul-19 5 Parking Violations 3 Restricted vehicles parked overnight - All trailers 1 Vehicle parked in roadway overnight 1 Vehicle parked on the grass Jul-19 7 Speeding or Reckless Drivers 7 Resident, 0 Guests, 0 Vendors, 0 Unknown” * 1 Violator was over 15MPH of the posted speed limit Monthly Total 36 Total Incidents “Speeders flagged by Traffic Hawk traffic control system Gate Entries / Exits North Gate: Entries - 11866 Exits - 11807
South Gate: Entries - 4600 Exits - 3711
Main Gate: Entries - 9124
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2081 Siesta Drive, Sarasota, FL 34239
Walk-Ins Welcome
Monday through Friday 9-6 • Saturday 9-2
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&
Judy Tara
Greene
Lamb
Your Landings
Resident Real Estate Team
CURRENTLY ACTIVE
Landings Real Estate Database Address
Price
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4773 PINE HARRIER DR
719,000
3
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1580 LANDINGS TER
875,000
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4888 PEREGRINE PT CIR N
999,000
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1,526,000
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HOMES FOR SALE
1484 PEREGRINE PT DR
PLEASE CALL YOUR LANDING’S REAL ESTATE TEAM JUDY AND TARA TO INQUIRE ABOUT OTHER HOMES FOR SALE IN THE LANDINGS! HOMES SOLD
5167 KESTRAL PARK LN
675,000
4
3
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5165 KESTRAL PARK LN
885,000
4
2
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LOT FOR SALE
1484 PEREGRINE PT DR
26,888 SQFT
CONDOS FOR SALE
5430 EAGLES POINT CIRCLE #201 • $629,000
1792 PINE HARRIER CIR • $799,900
687,000
1484 PEREGRINE POINT DR • $687,000
5430 EAGLES PT CIR #104
439,000
2
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1423 LANDINGS PL
597,000
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5400 EAGLES POINT CIRCLE #104 329,000
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1611 STARLING DR.
326,000
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1688 STARLING DR
319,000
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PLEASE CALL YOUR LANDING’S REAL ESTATE TEAM JUDY AND TARA TO INQUIRE ABOUT OTHER CONDOS LISTED FOR SALE IN THE LANDINGS! CONDOS PENDING
5420 EAGLES PT CIR #404
525,000
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1680 STARLING DR
245,000
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1742 STARLING DR
245,000
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1732 STARLING DR
268,900
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5255 HERON WAY
278,500
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4857 KESTRAL PARK WAY N
340,000
2
2
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5359 LANDINGS BLVD
356,000
3
2
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4814 KESTRAL PARK WAY N
445,000
2
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5450 EAGLES PT CIR #304
500,000
3
2
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5457 EAGLES PT CIR
508,000
3
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5430 EAGLES PT CIR #401
699,000
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CONDOS SOLD
1580 LANDINGS TER • $875,000 dy & Tara Ju ighborhoo ’s Ne
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Judy Tara 350-0451 266-4873
OPEN HOUSE Michael Saunders & Company
5430 EAGLES POINT CIR Unit#104 • $439,000
Watch for theEstate “Judy and Tara’s Neighborhood” Open House Real is our Profession, signs on Sundays where “Just Looking” is always welcome.
Service is our Passion
Your Landings Landings Resident Resident Real Real Estate Estate Team Your Team are proud proud advocates advocates andsupporters supporters Landings events including Sponsorship the and ofof Landings events including Sponsorship of theofUSTA USTA Father/Son Tennis Tournament. Father/Son AnnualAnnual 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
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Based on information from Realtor.com, Sarasota Property Appraiser, and Sarasota Association of Realtors for the period ending August 19, 2019. These properties listed and sold in the past 4 months by various MLS participating offices.
5100 Ocean Boulevard • Sarasota, FL 34242