Volume 36 | NO 2 | FEB 2025 941.312.0665 | ISLAND VISITOR PUBLISHING | www.ISLANDVP.com
HOA AT-A-GLANCE
VETERANS COLUMN page
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PRESIDENTS CORNER page
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AT THE HYDRANT page
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GOOD TIMERS page
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MEN’S GOLF page
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CERT page
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THE MAGIC OF BROADWAY page
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REFLECTIONS page
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TENNIS
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page SOFTBALL
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CREATIVE WRITERS page
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GARDEN CLUB page
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SHUFFLEBOARD
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BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES page
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CALENDAR page
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For more information on these HOA Sponsored Events see center section u Cof fee with a Cop u Black Tie Optional u Spaghetti Dinner u Rocket Man u Tower Delivery Form u FMO Form u HOA Form
HOA BOARD OF DIRECTOR ELECTIONS UNDERWAY! At their January 8, 2025, regular HOA Board meeting, the Nominating and Election Committee (Committee) presented the slate of candidates whose applications were received by the Committee. Pursuant to the By-Laws, the Board called for nominations and, having received no such nominations from the floor, passed a motion to close the nominations. The slate of candidates which will appear on the ballot for election of officers are as follows (in alphabetical order); Leigh Anne Lawson, Robin Stranahan, Candace Starr and David Tomaszewski. The Nominating and Election Committee mailed Ballots on or about January 21, 2025 and, in accordance with the By-Laws, all ballots must be received at the HOA office within 15 days of the date of mailing. Ballots which are received late will not be considered. Each Ballot includes instructions for completing and returning the ballot. A return envelope will be provided and ballots must be returned in the envelope provided (you will need to affix postage to the return envelope). Ballots which are not returned in the envelope provided will not be considered.
If you have any questions about the election process, feel free to contact the Nominating and Elections Committee Acting Chair, Ruth Ann Blevins, by phone at (239) 220-9381 or email at rblevinshoa11@yahoo.com. An Open Letter to HOA Members from your Nominating and Election Committee Chair: As your Nominating and Election Committee (Committee) Chair. I thank the Board for the trust that has been placed in the Committee. I wish to thank those who have volunteered to serve on this Committee. Together, and with your support, the Committee has perfected the Board of Director election process to where it is transparent, trusted, and bulletproof. Each year we broaden the Committee membership and those members have shared their positive Committee experiences gaining greater trust with each passing year. Contrary to popular belief, the Committee does not answer to the Community at large. Rather, it is quite purposefully an independent committee under the direction of assigned Board Liaison. The Committee’s role is a narrow one. Simply
put, the charge is to effectively manage the election process in strict accordance with the HOA Bylaws and Policies and Procedures. Above all else, the Committee is excruciatingly careful to do nothing which might favor any one candidate over another. Unfortunately, there are a few in our community who will spread misinformation about the role of the Committee or the way the election process is conducted. The Committee does its best to refute this misinformation and we ask you to do as well. As a resident and member of the HOA, you have the most important role in the election process. Your role is to be informed about your candidates and using your direct knowledge to guide your opinions and decisions. Despite what you may hear or have read, we hope you know the election process is conducted with the utmost integrity. You can help us by letting your neighbors know you trust your Nominating and Election Committee and its management of the election process. Thank you, Ruth Ann Blevins, Chair 2025 Nominating and Elections Committee
NOTICE OF THE ANNUAL MEETING: The Del Tura HOA Board of Directors will hold the Annual Meeting on Feb 19, 2025 at 7:00 pm in the Starlight Ballroom. Posted by: Darla Greer, HOA Secretary Jan 20, 2025
DEL TURA H.O.A. BOARD CANDIDATES Leigh Anne Lawson Hello! I’m asking for your vote for Del Tura HOA board of Directors. I have been your Del Tura editor for the past two years. That has provided me with a vast knowledge of our Del Tura residents and all the events, committees, and activities we provide. I would love to continue to assist this community by serving you on the board.
Candace Starr (Fuchs) Because I have been working full time, I was not previously able to avail myself of the many volunteer opportunities or activities. I am now working part time and believe I have the background and experience to give
back to the community. I grew up in western Pennsylvania and began my career with Nationwide Insurance: • I began as an agent in Pittsburgh, PA. • I moved to Columbus, OH to join the Sales Training Team. • From there, I was transferred to Denver, CO as a Business Life Insurance Specialist. While in Colorado, I earned my BS Degree in Business and Economics from Regis Jesuit University in Denver, CO. • I returned to Ohio to take over as Sales Manager, building a small team of just 16 agents to a successful team of 41 agents, each year earning the highest sales award offered by Nationwide Insurance. • From there, I was promoted to State Sales Consultant for North Carolina. • I was then promoted to Director of Sales Training, in Columbus, OH, leading a team of 10 sales trainers. Continued on page 12
HELLO NEW RESIDENTS!
The Welcome Committee wishes to “welcome” you to Del Tura by hosting a table at our Coffee Socials every Tuesday beginning at 8:30 with a Welcome Session to share information about our community and North Fort Myers with you
immediately following the meeting. Please come join our table right inside the front door to the Ballroom or stop by and say hello. RSVP Sherry Cottini, Welcome Committee Chair, 239-770-7711.
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