Gazzette
Master POA Report
FRED THOMPSON
There was no meeting of the Master Association Board in December but here are my musings…
As the first page of our 2025 calendars is turned, we greet the New Year with the usual questions of what challenges we will face in the new year! There is a new regime in Washington with new (and old) plans to make our lives easier but that usually don’t! Once again Washington is looking at the daylight savings time issue BUT the President elect is looking to eliminate daylight savings time. Apparently, the northern states are concerned with the mental damage of changing the clocks twice each year. The southern states are in favor of daylight savings which provide additional outdoor recreation time. Perhaps we should consider having a permanent daylight savings zone in the southern states such as Florida, Texas, Arizona and Louisiana and allow the northern states to have their permanent cold, shorter days. We could easily shift the bottom tier of states one time zone to the west. Longer days south and shorter days north… sounds like a solution, doesn’t it?
A new Florida state law will require all HOA/COA neighborhoods to have a CPA fiscal statement at least biennially. Previously, our Master Association had elected to have a CPA statement, which by our policy was done every three years. The level of the CPA review (and the CPA fee) is dependent on the amount of the association’s annual revenues. Our preliminary estimate is that the aggregate CPA fees for the Grandezza neighborhoods will exceed $20,000. The Master Association is reviewing
our billing procedures to minimize the neighborhood CPA charges. So much for the “ help” from our state legislature.
Our son is a software engineer in Silicon Valley and is my favorite source of information about computers and software. During a recent holiday visit, we were discussing the “ hot” software issue: Artificial Intelligence (A I). This is the newest big-ticket item in the computer and stock markets. The various uses (especially for consumers) are simple programs such as “spell check,” self-publishing of books and gaming. In his business they are slowly adapting some aspects of AI but are troubled by the output unreliability. While some aspects of AI have a reliability of up to 95%, they still have 5% of errors. That sounds like a good ratio, but much effort is necessary to find the 5% that is wrong. An example of the error rate in consumer programs is the very useful (for me) “spell check.” It generally proposes several possible words. Only one of the possibles is correct and the rest are “errors” that the user must sort through. At the present time he believes that repetitive rote operations such as math problems calculating the correct rocket settings for a moon shot are the best usage now.
In the area of desktop publishing, he informed me that there are websites where you can download selfpublished novels (generated by AI) into the “cloud” where it sits at no charge, and anyone can access it! Apparently, the only successful self-published novels are the space novel “ Gravity” and “ 50 Shades of Grey.” In the meantime, many billion bytes of data are floating in the “cloud” consuming so much electric power that the US power grid is reaching its capacity.
Over the holidays, I read an interesting book “Confronting the Presidents,” which is a group of short bios on each of our first 44 Presidents (through Obama). It concentrates on their childhoods and wives as well as the highlights of their accomplishments, or problems, if applicable, in and out of office. With about five to eight pages on each President it was an easy book to pick up and put down in our busy winter lives in Grandezza!
Hope you have a very happy and safe winter!
Grandezza Master POA 2025 Budget And Assessment
MICKEY WHEELER, MASTER POA DIRECTOR & TREASURER
The Master Board and Finance Committee as well as the property manager have been working on the 2025 Master budget since last July. The process is a cooperative effort of fifteen residents providing input and review. Our primary goal is to keep our community functioning and looking its best at all times for a reasonable cost. The past few years have seen the Master and the Neighborhood associations expend large sums from our reserves. With Hurricane Ian in late 2022 (total cleanup costs of $350,000), the major Repaving project in 2023 (total paving cost approximately $800,000), and three near storm misses in 2024, the reserves have been significantly depleted in all associations. The Master Board decided to keep its Assessments for 2024 the same as 2023 at $540 per door per quarter. We hoped this would give the Neighborhood Associations time to recoup and rebuild their reserves. However, with the Master contracts and costs constantly increasing, we are not able to hold the line for 2025. The Master assessment for 2025 will be $600, which is included in your Neighborhood quarterly assessment.
To view a detailed breakdown of the Master expense categories for 2025 click on the following link – 2025 Master Budget Detail
The above costs include certain expenses that are shared with the Club for which they will reimburse the Master association.
The Comcast Bulk Services contract costs represent approximately 50% of our total budget. Though seemingly high, this results in our residents receiving high speed internet and a premium cable package, at approximately 50% less than current market prices, with additional options such as land line phone services for an additional discounted price.
The final approved budget is available on our website (Grandezzamaster.com)
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Wellness Water
YVETTE BERNOSKY, B.MS., DIRECTOR OF FITNESS & WELLNESS, THE CLUB AT GRANDÉZZA
Envisioning the healing process at play, every drop of water I drank cured my body from the inside out. I adopted a powerful mindset as I worked with modern medicine to fight disease and restore my health after my cancer journey. I believed, without a doubt, that on a cellular level, my body was coming back into alignment to pure wellness as I healed.
Water is essential to all life. Without it, we would cease to exist. But what if human emotions could
alter water, and if so, how would this affect our health?
Last year, I was gifted a beautiful glass pitcher for the holidays. I did not know then that I would be drinking more water in the coming year. I enjoyed filling the pitcher daily with sliced fruit and water. The size of the pitcher also let me know if I was hitting my daily target. Yet, what began as a gift to me overflowed to others. I started sharing the water with my friends and clients, sometimes adding antioxidants and electrolytes. I was fascinated to see how quickly people forgot to bring their own water to sessions, as they liked mine much more. More importantly, they also enjoyed the sharing and the care that went behind it. I realized then that the pitcher was far greater than that of just a glass container.
New York Times best-selling author
Masaru Emoto of The Hidden Messages in Water and the documentary Water Has Memory extensively researched the molecular structure of water. He concluded that human consciousness could affect the structure as observed under a microscope. One remarkable experiment he conducted began with children standing around a glass of plain drinking water. The children sent thoughts
and emotions of gratitude to the water. The water, which had not previously formed crystallized shapes, then began creating a molecular structure like a snowflake when viewed under a microscope.
I couldn’t help but wonder if this experiment was related to feeling positive emotions when drinking water since our bodies are made up of water. Having viewed Emoto’s experiments in years past, I was further intrigued when I was given a “Wellness” vial to use in my treasured pitcher. Drinking and
sharing water took on a new heightened joy as it entertained the concept of drinking “wellness water.”
I can honestly share that nothing has ever gotten me this excited about keeping hydrated than having fun with it while expanding my imagination and exploring new possibilities of how water, combined with positive emotions, can improve our health. I encourage you to discover your own wellness water, hydrating your body and brain at both a cellular and an emotional level.
Reader’s Corner
SUSAN SHERWIN
What are your first thoughts about elephants? Besides their being huge, powerful creatures with long trunks and floppy ears do you associate them with particular traits? The Memory of an Elephant by Alex Lasker is an epic story following the life of Ishi, a male bull elephant born in Kenya and his journey back home to the plains of his birth as he nears the end of his life. The locations span east Africa, Great Britain, and New York from 1962 to 2015, and Ishi’s story is told from an alternating
first person/African elephant point of view and third person narration. That’s right—an elephant is the major character in this poignant novel. It may very well be one of my favorite books lately.
At the onset this reader was put off by a horrifying poaching scene near the beginning, but this atrocity is the pivotal point that sets Ishi’s life on its fifty-plus-year journey and establishes how the reader will view the relationship between animals and humans. Consequentially, we learn early on that young Ishi comes to lose his clan and is rescued. Until he is old enough and strong enough to set out on his own to find a new clan, Ishi is raised in an animal orphanage by Jean and her husband Russell Hathaway, a white big game hunter, and Kamau, a young Kikuyu boy. No matter how Ishi interacts with any other twoleggers in his universe, these three sympathetic humans will forever be imprinted in his memory as friends and life-long guardians.
Ishi’s search for a new herd sets him on adventures that bring him both happiness and danger. We read of Africa’s natural landscape and beauty but also of the wild cruelty of nature.
Of primary danger to Ishi are evil two-legged hunters with their boom sticks (rifles) and false birds (overhead drones), motivated by killing wildlife for a black market industry of obtaining and selling ivory. When later human intervention moves the African elephant to a “safe place” it results in not being the happiest place for Ishi.
From the “elephant’s point of view” we are privy to fascinating aspects of the dynamics of communication and the hierarchy of elephant society. In many ways they are similar to humans. Social animals, they like to be in groups
and to hang out around a watering hole. As families they support and care for their young, respect their aged members and mourn the loss of dead members. Young males play and have their favorite friends. Power shifts occur by settings, and the succession for leadership involves a fight for power. They are led by the strongest male, but behind every strong male is a strong female, too. Some elephants are kind, others are not. Elephants have an amazing memory and rely on highly developed senses of smell and sound to affect recognition. Humans may be considered the rulers of the earth but, interestingly, as the story of Ishi shows, the long memory of these intelligent animals may give them the capability to take revenge on humans who hurt them. And, Ishi never forgets his loving, rescuing human family of Kamau and the Hathaways.
The Memory of an Elephant by Alex Lasker gives the reader an understanding of the intellect and sentience of elephants. It also gives us a glimpse of the realities of ethical issues such as poachers who kill for sport and profit, the practice of caging as in circuses or zoos, and the need to protect these powerful animals.
Grandezza readers, Ishi’s story is heart-warming and often heart-breaking, and I recommend your including it on your To-Read-List.
By the way, there are several titles of The Memory of an Eleph ant , so be sure to read the one by Alex Lasker.
EDITOR’S THOUGHT OF THE DAY
The Overhead Shot, the Ultimate Put-Away
DAVID DEKEERSMAKER, DIRECTOR OF TENNIS THE CLUB AT GRANDÉZZA
The overhead shot, often described as the ultimate putaway in tennis, is a skill that goes beyond raw power. It embodies precision, timing, and preparation-qualities every aspiring player should strive to master. From a tennis professional’s perspective, the overhead is not just about ending the point but also about setting it up intelligently.
Picture this: a well-executed lob from your opponent arcs high into the air. This is your moment. A seasoned pro sees this as an opportunity to showcase control and strategy, not just brute force. Here’s how it unfolds step by step in the mind of a professional:
1. RECOGNITION AND FOOTWORK: The moment the lob is hit, your first instinct should be to assess its trajectory. A well-trained player reacts immediately, using their split step as a springboard to position themselves perfectly beneath the ball. Quick, precise footwork ensures that you are balanced and ready.
2. PREPARATION AND FOCUS: As a ball descends, your non-dominant hand points upward to track its path. This seemingly simple gesture is essential for maintaining focus and keeping your body aligned. Your racket is raised, the face slightly open, poised for the strike.
3. THE STRIKE : Timing is everything. At the peak of your jump (or just before for those who prefer to stay grounded), you snap your wrist and drive
through the ball. The goal is to hit with authority and placement, aiming for an area of the court where your opponent is least prepared.
4. FOLLOW-THROUGH AND RECOVERY: The shot doesn’t end with contact. A controlled follow-through ensures consistency, while a quick recovery gets you back into position for the next point-just in case.
5. THE SETUP: A pro knows that the overhead doesn’t stand alone. It is often the product of a well-constructed point, where strategic groundstrokes or volleys lure the opponent into hitting a defensive lob. Anticipation and tactical awareness are key. As a tennis professional, I encourage players to view the overhead not as a daunting challenge but as a rewarding opportunity. It’s a shot that can define your confidence on court. Through deliberate practice and mental preparation, you can transform this high-pressure moment into one of your greatest strengths.
So, the next time you’re on court and see that lob floating toward the sky, remember—it’s your chance to shine. Execute with precision, and the point is yours!
Travel Corner
MARY MELHORN
RAILFAN WEEKEND
It was 20 years ago in September that Bruce and I moved my son, Lucian, into his freshman dorm room at Kent State University and set out to explore some “ Train Lovers” places. We were celebrating that anniversary with a getaway weekend when we visited
the Cassandra Overlook, the Gallitzin Tunnels and the Tunkhannock Rail Viaduct. What fun we had.
The Cassandra Overlook is a place that is renowned in railfan circles, providing a stunning overlook of a straight-away section of the old Pennsylvania main line. Located in Cambria County, Pennsylvania it is halfway between the cities of Altoona and Johnstown. It provides a perfect place to soak in the sun while taking in an endless parade of trains on triple tracks.
Trains run through the Gallitzin tunnels 24 hours a day and are part of Norfolk Southern’s main line through the Allegheny Mountains in Western Pennsylvania. They were completed in 1902 by the Pennsylvania Railroad
as part of the cross-state route that includes the nearby famous Horseshoe Curve.
The Tunkhannock Viaduct, also known as the Nicholson Bridge, was built by the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad (D&LW) in 1912, and it was completed, dedicated and ready for use in November of 1915. It was considered one of the true Wonders of the World. It is a massive 2,375 foot long reinforced concrete bridge that
was built with double track, and thus can carry 2 trains at a time. This remarkable feat was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977.
Until we travel again by planes, trains, or automobiles, may the railfan’s desire to hear that “clickety-clack, rumbling down the track” live on!
Happy New Year from Your Grandezza United Way Committee!
We hope you had a joyous holiday season and wish you a Happy, Healthy New Year!
A NOTE OF GRATITUDE FOR YOUR GENEROSITY
Thank you for supporting our United Way campaign. Your contributions are making a profound impact in our community! Because of your generosity:
• Families can keep food on the table, a roof over their heads, and utilities running.
• Veterans are finding resources to navigate civilian life and discover new opportunities.
• Seniors facing isolation feel safe, cared for, and connected.
• Residents recovering from hurricane damage gain hope and resources to rebuild their lives.
Throughout this campaign, countless individuals and families will be giving thanks for your kindness and compassion.
Here are just three examples of United Way partner agencies:
NURTURING CHILDREN & YOUTH
Quality Life Center (QLC) empowers children through after-school and summer programs that focus on academic achievement, enrichment,
leadership, and mental wellness.
At QLC, children are welcomed by dedicated staff who inspire them to succeed on whatever path they choose.
STRENGTHENING FAMILIES
United Way collaborates with nonprofit organizations to help families tackle challenges like grief, immigration issues, illness, and abuse.
Abuse Counseling and Treatment (ACT) offers comprehensive services to individuals facing physical, mental, or emotional abuse. These include counseling, legal assistance, a rape crisis center, and prevention education.
ACT provides a safe haven where survivors can rebuild their lives with hope and support.
SUPPORTING VETERANS
Southwest Florida is home to over 100,000 veterans, and United Way’s Mission United initiative ensures they receive the care and resources they deserve.
Mission United connects veterans, active-duty military, and their families to essential services such as job training, housing, and legal aid. The program supports veterans in overcoming challenges like homelessness, unemployment, and isolation.
MAKING A DIFFERENCE EVERY DAY
Every day, United Way and its partner agencies are creating new stories of hope, resilience, and transformation in our community. Your support is at the heart of these successes.
Thank you for making a difference today and every day.
~Your Grandezza United Way Committee
Pat and Bill Motzer, Committee Chair Peter Dersley, Mary Kay and Deemer Durham, Dennis Noice, Don Platt, Patty and John Polczynski, Winnie Powel, and Pat and Neal VanDuyn
Pet Corner Featuring Rory And Nelly
SUSAN SHERWIN
Julie and Tim Applegate would seem to agree with a quote by Charles Dickens— ”What greater gift than the love of a cat.” And in their case, two is better than one.
The Applegates named their two darling cats after golfers, since Tim is an avid golfer and Julie enjoys playing with the ladies. Rory’s name, of course, is after Rory McElroy and Nelly’s is after Nelly Korda, an up-and-coming golfer when they adopted her.
The two felines were rescued as two month old kittens from a shelter named Just Animals in Mazan, Illinois. Though not from the same litter, Rory and Nelly are like sister and brother companions. They are indoor cats with their own special air tags in the event that Julie and Tim ever need help locating them. Their current age is one and a half years old.
Rory is a gray colored, green-eyed tabby male, who has gotten more markings as he has gotten older. When he was a young kitten Julie and Tim had a difficult time keeping a collar on Rory, but Rory now wears his bright red collar without complaint. Nelly is a yellow-eyed orange female tabby. About eighty percent of orange cats are male, so Nelly is only one of the twenty percent of orange females.
Her soft beauty is enhanced by her aqua colored collar. Both cats are affectionate, and Rory tends to be more “bossy” whereas Nelly is more “docile.”
It is common to see cats jump up on Christmas trees and to pull down ornaments and decorations, so I wondered how Rory and Nelly do this time of the year with their human owners’ Christmas tree. Fortunately, the cats’ tipping over the tree is a nonissue. That is not to say that Nelly and Rory don’t climb on other surfaces. As a kitten Nelly climbed curtains and enjoyed being on top of the cornice although she doesn’t do that anymore. Instead, she often jumps up to the top of the kitchen cabinets and enjoys peering down as she rests in the alcove
area above. Rory tends to jump up high on a regular basis. A spritz of water sprayed by Julie, though, serves as a deterrent to the cats from jumping onto the kitchen counters. On a humorous note, the cats like the up and down movement of the hurricane shutters, and a couple of times have gotten “stuck” behind a shutter.
Non-toxic plants on the lanai and in the house are safe for the cats, and Nelly and Rory seem to maneuver around them without bothering the plants. The two felines enjoy lying out in the sun on the lanai.
Nelly and Rory follow their favorite humans to the bannister or door when Julie and Tim leave the house and greet them upon their return. These intelligent, loyal companions are also children-friendly. They have sweet dispositions and are well socialized—they eat twice a day and use their litter box, which Julie cleans twice a day. The two cats get along well with each other and “play
fight.” This interviewer was amused watching the cats play with springs. Julie threw the springs and the cats scrambled after them (kind of like a dog playing fetch). Favorite toys and objects include: catnip; climbing in and out of any box or cube; and chasing any kind of bug. They are good travelers, too, and since Tim is a pilot, they are accustomed to flying with Julie and Tim to their northern home. At their home in Illinois, the cats especially like being on the hammock and also taking in the sights through the window.
At night, the cats sleep at the end of Julie and Tim’s bed, but sometimes at 4:00 AM they decide to play tag. Time to shut the bedroom door! They also favor occupying Tim and Julie’s laps when their owners are on the computer. Enjoying the antics of these two affectionate and entertaining pets enriches Tim and Julie’s lives, and Nelly and Rory definitely are inseparable members of their family.
Calling All Pet Owners!
Tell us about your pet(s)! Every month we will feature one family’s pet(s) in an article in the Grandezza Gazzette. All you have to do is write between 300 and 600 words about your much loved dog, cat, or other animal and include a couple of high resolution pictures. Some ideas to show off your loved pet include: how you named him/her; a description of his/ her looks; favorite activities and toys; what
makes him/her special to you, and whatever else you’d like to share with readers. This offer is limited to Grandezza owners and residents.
Your submission doesn’t have to be a literary masterpiece; we will edit and format it for the monthly newsletter. Have fun writing about your pet, and submit it to sjsherwin18@gmail.com by January 20, 2025 for submission in the next newsletter.
Cook’s Corner
MICHELLE DEJOY’S VINAIGRETTE SALAD DRESSING
INGREDIENTS
1/2 lb. shallots
1/2 cup mustard
1/2 cup honey
2 cups balsamic vinegar
1 qt. olive oil
1/4 cup basil
2 Tbsp. salt
2 Tbsp. pepper
2 Tbsp. sugar
Tender lettuce and greens with flavor*
Grated Pecorino Romano cheese.
DIRECTIONS:
1) In a food processor or blender, puré e the shallots
2) Add the honey and mustard, blend
3) Add the vinegar, blend
4) With processor running, drizzle in the olive oil
5) Season to taste; this might require a bit of sugar
6). Finish with a Chiffonade of basil. (This is a roll cut. Stack the basil leaves, roll them up tight and slice)
John and Michelle DeJoy used this wellreceived recipe as their house salad at their restaurant, John Palmer’s Bistro 44, in Concord, Ohio.
*They recommend using a blend of red leaf lettuce and mescaline greens or any tender lettuce and greens with flavor. Finish the salad with grated Pecorino Romano cheese.
PRO TIP : When preparing a salad, always dress the bowl, not the greens. This will ensure that the greens are not over-dressed or sagging. Using a mixing bowl, place an amount of dressing in the bowl, then an amount of greens. Toss gently from the bottom. The greens are an ingredient and deserve a balanced amount of flavor!
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FEBRUARY 1 & 2
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JANUARY 31, 6pm
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Overlooking the downtown waterfront and glorious sunset
– VIP seating at Symphony of the Sound Concert
– Gourmet hors d’oeuvres from fine local restaurants
– Wine and beer
– 60 fabulous artists
VIP Club Saturday & Sunday, February 1 & 2
– Light Brunch with grazing stations and bottomless mimosas
– All Day Beverage Bar with wine, beer, soda and water
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Holiday Cheer Spread at GirlFriends’ Luncheon
CINDY FITZPATRICK
The talented Grandezza Singers performed their Holiday Concert during our December luncheon. It filled everyone with holiday cheer and got them into the festive holiday spirit. Congratulations to Peggy Sloan on winning the beautiful bracelet. This month we celebrated the birthdays of Deborah Foster, Denise Grabowski, Lyn Lundell, Mary Melhorn, Carol Navigate, Vicki Shaw, Marea Tully, Michelle Wright and Sydell Zimmerman. Happy Birthday to all!
Writers Wanted!
In an effort to make the Grandezza Gazzette interesting and readable to our residents, we invite you to share your stories, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome articles about books, travel, pets, sports, TV and movies, tech, and/or content that will get our community talking and sharing! Just avoid topics such as politics and religion in keeping with our policy of avoiding controversy.
Please try to limit your words to between 200 and 600 words and feel free to include a couple of jpeg photos with high resolution. We’ll be happy to give you a byline!
Send your submissions to sjsherwin18@gmail.com.
10 Common Phrases (Almost) Everyone Gets Wrong
JENNIFER A. FREEMAN, SENIOR EDITOR, WORD SMARTS
If mistaken words are used often enough, people start to repeat and transmit them in different forms. Here are some of the most common idioms that people mishear and misunderstand.
If you hear Taylor Swift singing about “all the lonely Starbucks lovers“ on “Blank Space,” that’s a mondegreen, which is a misheard lyric that gets repeated so often, it becomes almost as ubiquitous as the correct version (“got a long list of ex-lovers,” in Taylor’s case). The same thing happens with common idioms and phrases. If mistaken words are used enough, people start to repeat and transmit them in different forms. Here
are some of the most common idioms that folks mishear and misunderstand.
DID A 360
Double-check your math on this one. There are 360 degrees in a circle, so performing a 360-degree revolution will land you back exactly at the beginning. Perhaps you meant that, but if you’re implying that you made a great change, the correct version is “did a 180.” In that case, you left your starting point to move as far away as possible. In other words, you completely shifted yourself, either metaphorically or physically.
ESCAPE GOAT
The word you’re looking for here is most likely “scapegoat.” This translation of a biblical phrase
refers to a person or thing that can be blamed for the mistakes of others. An “escape goat” might be found if livestock gets loose on a farm, but it’s not a common idiom.
FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVE
The proper way to write this phrase is “ firstcome, first-served.” One little letter might not seem like a big deal, but “served” indicates that whoever arrives first will be waited on first. The “serve” variation implies the first guest to come
will serve all the other guests, which would likely be an unwelcome surprise.
FOR ALL INTENSIVE PURPOSES
The correct idiom — “for all intents and purposes” — comes from 16th-century English law as the longer phrase “ to all intents, constructions, and purposes.” Essentially, it means “ practically” or “ in effect.” This is an example of an eggcorn, or a phrase people mishear and alter over time.
HUNGER PAINS
The original phrase is “hunger pangs,” although “pains” could technically be correct as well. The former is an older term that refers to the feeling of cramping that comes with an empty stomach. Since the word “pangs“ is a bit outdated, it’s sometimes mispronounced as “pains,” though they essentially refer to the same idea.
I COULD CARE LESS
This one stirs up a bit of debate. When the words are parsed out individually, the accurate version to imply that you care a minimal amount is “ I couldn’t care less.” However, the American colloquialism of “ I could care less” is so widely used that even dictionaries have accepted it .
NIP IT IN THE BUTT
While the thought of getting bit on the butt is pretty funny, the correct phrase
is “nip it in the bud.” This idiom comes from the world of gardening. If you trim a plant while it’s in the budding stage, it won’t grow properly. That’s precisely what you might want to do with a dangerous idea or rumor — nip it right in the bud.
ON TENDER HOOKS
While you might feel a little tender while nervous or tense, the correct version of this expression is “on tenterhooks.” These hooks were used to stretch fabrics, and that stretching concept was extended to feelings of anxiety or worry.
“Tender hook” is just a mispronunciation of the real term.
PASS MUSTARD
“Pardon us. Do you have any Grey Poupon?” Forget that popular commercial — while you might ask someone to “pass the mustard” at the dinner table, the correct wording for the idiom meaning “to gain approval or acceptance” is “pass muster.” It comes from the military term “muster,” which describes a formal inspection.
YOU’VE GOT ANOTHER THING COMING
As with “could care less,” this alternative phrase has almost replaced the original, which is “you’ve got another think coming.” In other words, you’re wrong and must rethink what you’re saying or doing. The “think” version of the
If mistaken words are used enough, people start to repeat and transmit them in different forms.
phrase is older and more likely to be used by British English speakers.
*Jennifer A. Freeman is the Senior Editor of Word Smarts and Word Daily. When she’s not searching for a perfect synonym or reaching “Genius” level on Spelling Bee, she’s playing with her Welsh Terrier in Greenville, SC.
THE AVAILABILITY AND BENEFITS OF ROBOTIC SURGERY HAVE SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Robotic surgery is a minimally invasive technique that allows surgeons to perform procedures with greater precision, flexibility, and control. This method utilizes a robotic arm and specialized instruments, which the surgeon controls, often with a console or computer system. Please read the article to learn more about the benefits of this technology and its availability in our area at https://esterotoday.com/the-benefitsand-availability-of-robotic-surgery-have-significantlyincreased-in-southwest-florida/
A meta-analysis from Mass General Hospital published on Dec 5th, 2024, reviewed 230 operational procedures that included a mix of randomized robotic, laparoscopic, and open surgery. The key findings were:
1. Robotic surgery using the Intuitive da Vinci system has multiple benefits compared to laparoscopy and open surgery.
a. 56 percent less likely to convert to open surgery versus laparoscopy during the operational procedure.
b. 21 percent less likely to require blood transfusions versus laparoscopy and 75 percent versus open.
c. 10 percent less likely to experience 30-day postop complications versus laparoscopy; 44 percent versus open.
d. half-day savings in hospital stay compared to laparoscopy and 1.9 days compared to open.
Although the operative time for robotic surgery was 17.7 minutes longer than laparoscopy and 40.9 minutes longer than open, as Dr. Klink, Medical Director of Systems Robotics at Lee Health, also reported in the Engage Estero article, this is not a negative but more a function of the robotic instrumentation which can be used with finite control. Ref: for the analysis referred to: https:// www.globenewswire.com/newsrelease/2024/12/05/2992737/7637/ en/index.html
EXCITING NEWS OF
RECREATIONAL AND SPORTS EXPANSION IN ESTERO
The public was invited to recent meetings to provide feedback and suggestions for the 100-acre site located north of Williams Road and east of Via Coconut. This development will occur over the next 3 to 5 years, transforming the area into an Entertainment and Sports Complex. The Village of Estero Council has recently approved the final concept master plan for the site.
The complex will feature parks, a lake that allows model boat use, a zip line over the lake, and shaded seating areas. Additional amenities will include
sports fields, a golf driving range, a climbing wall, walking paths, pickleball courts, 10-pin bowling, and many more recreational options that cater to both young and old alike!
Design services and construction contracts will be submitted to the Estero Village Council for review and approval in early 2025.
PLEASE MAKE A NOTE OF THESE IMPORTANT UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
February 26th at The Estero Recreational Center at 10 am – 11-30am: Engage Estero’s Community MeetingOpen to the public.
Part 2. The Safety of our Roads in Southwest Florida and Greater Estero in Particular.
○ Don Scott, Executive Director, The Lee County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)
○ Carmen Molloy, Senior Transportation Manager, CTS Engineering Inc.
February 27th at 6 pm at the Vines Community:
○ The Presentation of The Don Eslick Person of the Year Award takes place.
March 26th at The Estero Recreational Center at 10 am – 11-30am: Engage Estero’s Community MeetingOpen to the public.
The Results of the Village of Estero’s Road Traffic Survey. The meeting is open to the public and will involve:
○ Steve Sarkozy, Estero’s Village Manager.
○ David Willems Estero Village Public Works Director
○ A representative of Johnson Engineering/Leah Holmes, the survey company.
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13th Annual Breaking Par for Education Set for February 1st & 2nd
Grandezza will again host this two-day event to benefit Estero High School Students. The “Murder Mystery” Theme for this year’s Gala should provide lots of intrigue and excitement. You won’t want to miss the fun, delicious cuisine and the incredible live and silent auction items. No doubt it will be a thriller and at the same time all proceeds will fund LEAD Estero educational initiates.
The Gala Dinner starts at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday February 1st. Tickets are $135 per person or
bring your friends for a great night of fun and get table of 8 for $1000. Registrations can be made online by clicking on the QR code in the attached flyer or by visiting LeadEstero.ejoinme.org/BreakingPar25 .
No need to come dressed in a costume for the event, but they are welcomed!
On Sunday February 2nd, the Shotgun Golf Scramble starts at 8:30 am. Hit the green on the Grandezza links featuring lots of fun
games and followed by lunch to announce the Tournament winners. Individual tickets are $150, but gather a foursome of friends for only $500. Registrations can be made online by clicking on the QR code in the flyer on page 36 or by visiting LeadEstero.ejoinme.org/BreakingPar25 .
Both the Gala and Golf Tournament are produced by LEAD Estero with the support of host Engage Estero. All proceeds will fund LEAD Estero Educational Initiatives.
Breaking Par for Education over the past 12 years has produced a total net proceeds of $641,000. Thanks for your past and continued support. Come join us this year for a good time supporting a worthy cause.
GOLFERS PREPARE TO SINK A PUTT ON THE CLUB AT GRANDEZZA MANICURED GREENS DURING THE 2024 EVENT.
GUESTS ENJOYED LAST YEAR’S HOLLYWOOD THEME AS STUDENTS DRESSED LIKE HOLLYWOOD STARS, SUCH AS ELVIS PRESLEY, RONALD REGAN, TOM CRUISE, GRACE KELLY, MARILYN MONROE, JOHN WAYNE AND JAMES DEAN. THE 2025 THEME IS “MURDER MYSTERY.” BE PREPARED TO BE SHOCKED.
Joe And Joni Pavich
Will Be Honored At The Don Eslick
Person Of The Year Award Dinner
On Feb. 27, 2025
Join us on Thursday night, February 27, 2025, at the Estero Country Club at the Vines for a special occasion. We have the extraordinary opportunity to honor Joe and Joni Pavich, who will receive the prestigious Don Eslick Estero Person of the Year Award. This award recognizes their unwavering commitment and passionate belief in Estero for over 35 years.
Joe and Joni have shown incredible dedication through their volunteer work with various organizations in Estero, such as the Chamber of Commerce, Rotary, Estero Forever Foundation, and Engage Estero. Their contributions are exemplary examples of community spirit and teamwork.
The couple worked tirelessly in their new Real Estate business after they arrived in 1989. Joe’s efforts to attract potential new residents highlight his belief in Estero as a great place to live. He didn’t just promote the community; he built a sense of belonging and excitement that resonated with newcomers. Meanwhile, Joni’s meticulous organization and
people and sales skills ensured every initiative ran smoothly and efficiently. It was a team effort. “Our mom gets credit for finding the Estero area. She was the one who pushed us to come here,” recounts their sons, Joe Jr. and Jason Pavich.
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Please join us on February 27th for an unforgettable evening! We’ll kick off the night with a delightful Happy Hour at 6 pm, where you can indulge
in tables filled with assorted cheese, fresh berries, crisp vegetables, and crackers. Enjoy two complimentary tickets for wine or beer and for those looking for something special, a cash bar will be available for mixed drinks.
At 6:50 p.m., we’ll transition to a sumptuous dinner featuring an exquisite selection of entrees to satisfy every palate. Choose from juicy Filet Mignon, flavorful Seared Black Cod, tender Chicken Breast, or a delicious Vegetarian option. Each meal is thoughtfully curated, including a fresh salad and a decadent dessert.
So, mark your calendar and be part of a night to remember! Don’t miss out on the highlight of the evening: the award presentation, which celebrates Joe and Joni’s exceptional achievements and contributions. Your presence at this event is a chance to show appreciation for their dedication to our community. Let’s acknowledge their hard work and inspire one another to continue building a brighter future for Estero.
For details and to register, go to https:// esterotoday.com/2025Award.
The Don Eslick Estero Person of the Year Award, sponsored by Engage Estero, is not just an annual recognition; it is a heartfelt tribute to a remarkable individual whose impact on our community is immeasurable.
Don Eslick was not only a founding member of the Estero Council of Community Leaders - ECCL (now Engage Estero) but also the driving force behind the incorporation of the Village of Estero in 2014. His passion for enhancing the lives of those in our community set a standard for us all. We remember Don for what he accomplished, but we also strive to carry forward his incredible legacy!
For additional information, please contact Jim Gilmartin at 630-337-9900 or EngageEsteroPres@gmail.com.
At Engage Estero, we believe in the strength of the community. As a nonpartisan, nonpolitical, nonprofit organization, we apply evidence-based research to provide nonbiased information about community issues, empowering you to improve your quality of life.
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Grandezza CCFA Team Again Makes a Difference
VICKI BAKER
Vicki Baker’s Dozen Team for the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation once again contributed to CCFA at The Take Steps SW Florida Walk that was recently held in West Palm Beach. The Team’s contributions totaled nearly $3000, significantly contributing to the $48,000 total funds raised during this event.
While not all of the Grandezza’s team members walked in person at the event, all were there in spirit. Many have bravely shared stories about how their sons, daughters, grandchildren and siblings have suffered with Crohn’s and IBD related diseases, and many family members have traveled great distances to find the best treatment.
Pharmaceutical companies have contributed to improving patient comfort and quality of life by developing targeted therapeutics to address a diverse range of gastrointestinal disorders. Several are working to find effective biologic, less invasive, and genetically targeted solutions for the millions of patients affected by gastrointestinal conditions.
CCFA fosters support groups for teens and adults in many parts of the U.S. to help teens to connect and to reduce the isolation that often results from their need for home or virtual
schooling because of an inability to attend school on a consistent basis, due to the risk of a severely compromised immune system. CCFA can also help families to navigate the stresses of complicated insurance protocols and medical expenses so they can concentrate on healing and treatment.
On behalf of CCFA, Vicki and Bill Baker thank Grandezza’s supporters for their efforts in the continued quest for the discovery of a cure.
Children’s Advocacy Center Of SW Florida Thanks Grandezza!
PAULA NOICE
Since 1981, The Children’s Advocacy Center of Southwest Florida has provided free, life-changing services including abuse determination, counseling and prevention programs. In 2023 over 2,000 children and families received services. CAC believes that every child deserves a safe, happy, and healthy future. Through the “Season of Giving” initiative, they bring holiday cheer to families in need by providing gifts.
Beginning in 2018, Grandezza resident Paula Noice, with significant assistance from Tom Wyand, has spearheaded an annual holiday toy drive. Donations begin arriving at the Noice’s home in late November and quickly bury Dennis’s pool table. This year’s drive generated over $8,700 in toys, clothing and check donations. Andrea Wagner, Judy Cox, Mary Jo Sorrento, Dennis and Paula Noice were on hand to load the CAC van for delivery to Santa’s Workshop at the Center.
This brings the total to date to over $68,000!
“ Wow. Grandezza is so generous”, said Kaleigh Lawrence, CAC Chief Development Officer, “ These gifts are going to make lots of children smile. CAC is so grateful to your amazing community.”
Spotting a Scammer
Scammers bank on being able to put their victims into a state of panic and keeping them there while they manipulate the victim using fear and intimidation. Knowing the tactics scammers use to confuse and scare victims is a sure way to help you stay calm and recognize the scam for what it is. The Federal Trade Commission recently shared some common things that scammers say and ask potential victims to do. Here are those red flags:
Things only scammers will say:
• “Act now!” Scammers use pressure, so you don’t have time to think. But pressuring you to act now is always a sign of a scam. It’s also a reason to stop.
• “Only say what I tell you to say.” The minute someone tells you to lie to anyone — including bank tellers or investment brokers — stop. It’s a scam.
• “Don’t trust anyone. They’re in on it.” Scammers want to cut you off from anyone who might slow you down.
• “Do [this] or you’ll be arrested.” Any threat like this is a lie. Nobody needs your money or your personal information to keep you out of jail or avoid bigger fines. They’re all scams.
• “Don’t hang up.” Anyone who wants to keep you on the phone while you go withdraw or transfer money, buy gift cards, or anything else they’re asking you to do is a scammer. DO hang up.
And here’s a list of things that only scammers will tell you to do:
• “Move your money to protect it.” Nobody legit will tell you to transfer or withdraw money from your bank or investment accounts. But scammers will.
• “Withdraw cash and give it to [anyone].” Doesn’t matter who they say: it’s a scam. Don’t give it to a courier, don’t deliver it anywhere, don’t send it.
• “Go to a Bitcoin ATM.” Nobody legit will ever insist you get cryptocurrency of any kind to pay fees or fines. And there’s no legit reason for someone to send you to a Bitcoin ATM.
• “Buy gift cards.” There’s never a reason to pay fees or fines with a gift card. And once you share the PIN numbers on the back, your money is as good as gone.
If you see or hear any version of any of these phrases, you ’ ve just spotted a scammer. Instead of doing what they say, stop. Hang up. Delete the email. Stop texting. Block their number — anything to get away from them. And then, tell someone you trust and report the scam to the FTC: ReportFraud.ftc.gov.
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is the state’s clearinghouse for consumer complaints, information, and protection. To file a consumer complaint, visit FloridaConsumerHelp.com or call 1-800-HELP-FLA or 1-800-FL-AYUDA (for Spanish speakers).
PARKING LOT SAFETY
Many of us will be scouring mall parking lots for open spots and, quite likely, settling for a parking space quite far from mall entrances.
These far reaches of the lot are rarely used… likely only during holiday season…and often lack sufficient lighting and security cameras.
While I ’ ll always recommend parking in a well-lit area, this may not be possible
during the holiday shopping season. That being said, we need to do a bit of additional thinking and planning when parking far from store/mall entrances.
Before you leave your home…not while in the parking lot…ensure that all valuables that can be removed are, indeed, removed. Doing so once inside the parking area may tell unscrupulous individuals that you are storing expensive and valuable items in your trunk…or hiding them within the vehicle itself.
Before you walk away from your car or truck, take note of where you are parked. Have a genuine understanding of where your vehicle is
and where store entrances are positioned. Roaming a dark lot upon concluding your shopping, packages in hand, unable to locate your vehicle, increases your chances of victimization.
Don’t linger in the lot…not before entering the mall/store or after.
Upon leaving your vehicle, ensure that all doors are locked and that there are no valuables, shopping bags, etc. visible through the windows. Upon your return, have your keys/fob in your hand. Fumbling through a purse or pockets in search of keys/fob, especially in the dark, provides opportunity for individuals with bad intentions.
When you return to your vehicle, look into the back seat before entering. Ensure that your vehicle is empty prior to entering it.
If possible, avoid cellular distractions. Look around, know your surroundings, and avoid texting and phone conversations. Lastly, report suspicious activity. Trust your instincts. If a situation even remotely appears unsafe, seek assistance immediately.
Additional Lee County Sheriff ’s Office staff and resources will be noticeable during the holiday season. Help us help you remain safe by utilizing these safety recommendations.
Resident Notice
ENTRY GATE ACCESS
Please advise all contractors and visitors that access to the community is only allowed at the main gate located on Ben Hill Griffin Parkway. Most GPS applications will direct drivers to the entrance gates at Savona and the maintenance area on Corkscrew Road. Unauthorized vehicles attempting to enter the community at these gates causes backup for the residents and in some cases we have experienced damage to the gate equipment.
Your attention to this request is appreciated and will facilitate entrance to the community by contractors and visitors.
Grandezza Master Property Owners Association
Grandezza Classified Ads
To place a classified ad Grandezza residents may e-mail sjsherwin18@gmail.com. An ad will run for THREE (3) MONTHS beginning with the first submission. Please inform us when the item has been sold or if you wish to have it deleted from the column. Also, you must notify us to continue an ad for an additional cycle after the initial 3-month period has expired or it automatically will be deleted. (Ending cycle of the ad running is noted at the end in parentheses.)
ITEMS FOR SALE
Electric Scooter: Forward and backward controls and carry basket. Excellent condition. Folds for easy travel and transport. The battery is removable for plane transport. 37 pounds. $1,750. Call Peggy - 614-571-3546 (Expires 2/25)
CLUB CAR golf cart: Well cared for 2020
Tempo golf cart, new batteries installed 2023 covered under mfg 2-year warranty, upgraded premium seats, USB charging port. Annual service completed AUG 2024. Asking $5000. Call 517-745-4668 for additional information (Expires 3/25)
WANTED TO LEASE: Friends of mine, a middle aged couple and former residents of Sabal Palm, would like to lease a condominium unit for the month of October,2025 and February 2026. Please contact: William J. Greenwald, 239-322-7459, wjgreenwald45@ gmail.com (Expires 4/25)
NEWLY AVAILABLE MONTHLY RENTAL:
2 BR, 2 Bath + Den, on 2nd floor, with one car attached garage. In Sabal Palm overlooking
9th fairway of golf course, and a short walk to community pool. Newly renovated kitchen with white shaker cabinets & quartz countertop. Call Glen, 973-919-8900 (Expires 4/25)
SCHWINN SIDEWINDER BICYCLE 2.6 FS with comfort seat, 18 inch frame, wheel base 42 inches. $120 - Also ADULT BICYCLE WITH COMFORT SEAT $100 Call 239-850- 3546 (Expires 4/25)
SERVICE OFFERINGS
Sue’s Airport Transportation Service to RSW and Punta Gorda. November 1st thru May 15th. Drop offs and pickups anytime of the day. Call Sabal Palm resident Sue McElligott (708) 846-1985. (Expires 2/25)
Travel Concierge: Serving clients since 1976. Cruises, Expedition ships, Tauck Tours, Safaris, Kensington Tours and other independent travel programs, multigenerational vacations. No fees, just first class service. Ask any Grandezza member who has booked. IATA approved agency. Email ljackman1@icloud.com. (Expires 2/25)
Grandezza Visitor Access Control
(dwellingLIVE)
Grandezza is a limited access community and access is powered by dwellingLIVE. Guest Passes for entrance are valid only at the Main Gate.
A dwellingLIVE tutorial can be found on the home page of grandezzamaster.com. The tutorial provides instructions to access dwellingLIVE and manage your visitor information on your computer or smart phone.
dwellingLIVE provides many useful features, including:
• Managing your visitor information from your computer or smartphone
• Sending an e-pass directly to your visitor.
• Visitors can scan the e-pass barcode at the main gate right hand resident lane to gain entry and not wait in line for the gate attendant to print a pass
• Receiving a Text or Email when your visitors arrive, if you enable that feature
• Providing a faster, easier to use facility for Residents, Visitors, Trade, and Security
We encourage you to use the dwellingLIVE app, or by
accessing your account on your computer, but if you are unable to do so, you can use the Voice Message system:
Instructions to use the Access Control Voice Message system:
Call 239-986-8627 or 888994-4117 and if asked to do so, enter your PIN number. You will be prompted to confirm your home address and announce the following information for your visitor:
• Name: (Say the name of your visitor – example “Perfect AC Systems”)
• Date: (Say the date –example, “September 21”)
• Time: (You do not need to state the time)
• Number of days: (say the number of days – example “one day”, or “2 days, etc”
• Press pound when you are finished: (press # on your phone and wait for the call to be automatically disconnected before hanging up).
The dwellingLIVE voice system should recognize your phone number and will place the voice recording in your online
account file. When your visitor arrives, the gate attendant will access your online account and will listen to your voice message and will issue a pass to your visitor.
You should add all of your phone numbers to your dwellingLIVE account. By doing this the system will recognize any of your phone numbers when you call to schedule visitor access.
We ask for your cooperation to either use the dwellingLIVE app on your smart phone or by accessing your account on your computer, or by using the voice system feature.
Please do not call the gate attendant to request visitor access as it is no longer necessary and will free up the attendant to more efficiently grant visitors access to Grandezza. For assistance or if you experience problems, send a note to Cheryl McFarland at cmcfarland@ vestapropertyservices.com.
Gatehouse (239) 498-8895
Gatehouse (DwellingLIVE Automated # to register guests) (239) 986-8627
Address 11450 Grande Oak
Clubhouse (239) 948-3569
Grandezza Express -
Take Out Food (239) 738-7113
Golf Pro Shop (239) 948-2900
Tennis Pro Shop (239) 738-7111
Wellness Director (941) 999-1331
Golf Maintenance (239) 947-6296
Vesta Property Services cmcfarland@ vestapropertyservices.com (239) 947-4552 x 932
Gazzette Editor for HOA
Susan Sherwin sjsherwin18@gmail.com (973) 615-4222
RESOURCE HUB
GRANDEZZA MASTER WEBSITE
WWW.GRANDEZZAMASTER.COM
NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH COORDINATORS
Grandezza is a safer community because of Neighborhood Watch. Avalon Peggy Dempsey 610-662-2082
Cypress Cove A (Buttermere) Mike Patricelli 239-495-6862
Cypress Cove B Kevin O’Neil 239-265-5982
Grande Estates Joy Schachner 239-676-9668
Oakwood I (bldg 1-8 & 23-29) Al Meyer 239-313-0580
Oakwood II (bldg 9-22) Lillian Bennett 239-992-5583
Sabal Palm Mary Kaufmann 216-406-5347
Santa Lucia Celia Platt 239-498-8158
Saraceno Neil Greene 239-498-7104 Savona Sharmin McKenny 239-989-2334
Solemar Bob Lindgren 651-895-6210
Ville Grande Steve Bajinski 678-575-2397
REMEMBER-
• Call 911 for a crime-in-progress (emergency) or
• Call the police at 239-477-1000 to report suspicious activity/behavior (non-emergency)
• Call the Grandezza Gate at 239-498-8895 to inform them that the police may be coming and why.
• Notify your Neighborhood Watch Coordinator
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
Poison Control (800) 222-1222
Alligator Hotline (866) 392-4286
Animal Control (239) 432-2083
Mosquito Control (239) 694-2174
Florida Power & Light (239) 334-7754
Sunshine Before You Dig (800) 432-4770
Waste Services of Florida (239) 332-8500
Free Residential Appliance Pickup (239) 337-0800
GRANDEZZA
COMMUNITY BOARDS AND OFFICERS
ASSOCIATION POSITION
GRANDEZZA MASTER BOARD
Fred Thompson P
Peter Dersley VP
Mickey Wheeler T
Sarah Hartman S
Aramis Sullivan D
Mike Patricelli D
Susan Sherwin D
AVALON
Jim Schleifer P
Joe Convertino, Jr. VP
Pat Van Duyn T
Dan Marrazza D
Ron Gramazio D
CYPRESS COVE A
Andy Anderson P
Mike Patricelli VP
Dennis Field D
Myrna Wernick S
Paul Lesser T
CYPRESS COVE B
Toni MacLeod P
Chuck Dennis VP
Kevin O’Neil T
Frank Senese S
Yvonne Mazzella D
GRANDE ESTATES
Peter Dersley P
Cameron Snyder VP
Fred Thompson T
Laura Reddin S
Lanell Shields D
GRANDEZZA MASTER COMMITTEES
Finance & Long Range Planning
Mickey Wheeler ................................................. chair
Communications
Susan Sherwin .................................................... chair
Landscape
Aramis Sullivan ................................................... chair
Infrastructure, Lakes, Preserves & Fountains
Peter Dersley....................................................... chair
Safety & Access Control
Mike Patricelli ..................................................... chair
Community Affairs
Fred Thompson ................................................... chair
OAKWOOD NEIGHBORHOOD
Sandra Renner P
Ted Lewman VP
Patricia Collie S Al Meyer D
Steve Anderson T
OAKWOOD I
Rich Green P
Joe Trefaller VP
Tom Rajtik S/T
OAKWOOD II
Steve Anderson P
Richard Zimmerman VP
John Fillipo S/T
SABAL PALM
Shannon Palombo P
Ellen Kaplan VP
William Greenwald T
Julie Sexton S
Mark Sherwin D
SANTA LUCIA
Aramis Sullivan P
Mike Mainelli S/T
Celia Platt VP
SARACENO
Neil Greene P
Skip DeLong VP
Bob Hoel S
Matt Baumlin T
Dean Stefanac D
SAVONA Brian Schultz P TBD T Paul Copper VP/S TBD D Nancy Banyard D
Ann Cary D
Wes Wilkins D
SOLEMAR
Bob Lindgren P
Brian Vance VP/S
Dan Williams T
VILLA GRANDE
Joseph Drummond P
Mickey Wheeler VP
Beth Feldman T
Sarah Hartman S
Steve Bajinski D
Jeff Almo D