“O Christmas Tree” - Ocean Village

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Vol. 22 • Issue 4 April 2020

GTS

Turn to page 10, 11, 16

Beachtree I

Turn to page 8Bocce

Turn to page 8

Golf Lodges

Turn to page 9

The Inn is open for takeoutHere is some good news! The Inn

is now open for takeout service. The hours will be from 4-8 PM.

Call The Inn at 772-577-4344. Give them your order, they will give you a time for pick-up. If you have a cell phone, they will send you a text when it is ready.

When your order is ready, drive to The Inn, go to the front entrance, remaining in your vehicle, to pay and pick up. The

employees will come to you.You can also order from your vehicle

at the front door and wait in the park-ing lot. The employees will bring your order to you in your vehicle.

As Tony is transitioning with the new experience, please be patient and let’s all work together.

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FRIED SHRIMP (COCKTAIL) • $11

THAI CHILI HOG WINGS (BLUECHEESE) • $15

SPICY CALAMARI (W/ MARINARA)• $14

FRIED FISH BITES (TARTER) • $12

(BLK) FISH TACOS• $14

WE WILL HAVE DAILY SPECIALS! ALL ALCOHOL TO-GO DRINKSAVAILABLE, EXCLUDING DRAFT BEER

1/2 LB BURGER (L.TO.P) • $12

CHICKEN SANDWICH (GRILL/BLKNED)• $12

FISH SANDWICH (FRIED/BLKNED) • $13

GATOR DOG SERVED WITH SAUTEEDONIONS • $11

1/2 LB B.L.T. • $14

(ALL SERVED WITH FRIES OR SLAW)

PASTASSHRIMP SCAMPI • $19

PLAIN MARINARA PASTA• $12

CHICKEN PARM • $18

(BLK) CHICKEN TACOS• $11

(BLK) SHRIMP TACOS• $14

SEASONED BEEF TACOS• $13

(SERVED WITH FRENCH FRIES)

QUESADILLASPLAIN CHEESE • $8

(BLK) CHICKENQUESO/PEPPERS/ONIONS • $11

(BLK)SHRIMPQUESO/PEPPERS/ONIONS • $12


(6) FRIED JUMBO SHRIMP • $20

SANDWICHES

FISH AND CHIPS • $17

CHOPPED SIRLOIN STEAK W/MUSHROOMS + ONIONS • $18

BEEF TIPS SAUTEED IN BEEF DEMIGLAZE W/ MASH AND VEG $18

SMOTHERED CHICKEN (SAUTEEDONIONS, MUSHROOMS, SWISS

CHEESE) W/ MASH AND VEG• $18

Effective Monday, April 6, 2020, some of the staff will be working from home. Here is what the changes will be:

Administration staff – We will all be working from home. We will still be able to answer the phones and emails. Because of the low volume of calls to LWR, these calls will be forwarded to the Administra-tion line. We will be answering all calls from home. One of the administration staff will also stop by the office daily to take in mail, packages and payments.

LWR staff – For now, they will be on-site. They will be doing the online fitness classes in the morning. They will also be working on the pool furniture, getting it cleaned, repaired and ready for when the pools can be reopened.

Building and Grounds Maintenance – They will be on a skeleton crew. There will be one from each department onsite Monday-Friday, on a rotating schedule. They will quarantine at the maintenance area working on projects and taking care of work orders. If there is an emergency, they will be available to handle it.

Golf Maintenance – The staff will still be maintaining the golf course as usual on a daily basis, 7 days a week.

Security will be onsite as usual, 24/7. One last thing, the library is CLOSED.

If you have books to return, hold on to them for now. Please do not leave them outside the library door.

Thank you all for your cooperation during these uncertain times. Although we will be working from home, it will be business as usual. Please practice social distancing of at least 6 feet. Your staff here at Ocean Village hope you all stay safe and healthy!

Coronavirus pandemic has changed life at OV

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Vol. 22 • Issue 8 December 2020

GTS News

Turn to page 9, 20

Golf Lodges

Turn to page 10Beachtree I Buzz

Turn to page 11

Garden Spot

Turn to page 11

Turn to “O CHRISTMAS TREE” page 6

The OV Clubhouse is home to a spe-cial Christmas tree – its history tells a great story and shows us about the wonderful spirit that prevails in Ocean Village.

The tree is decorated with seashells – all different and all made by hand. The story begins many years ago with Mar-tha Madvad – she and her husband Pe-ter were long-time residents of Cat II. They would travel to the west coast of Florida to gather shells – all shapes and sizes. Martha knew that the shells on the west coast were not broken. She saw

“O Christmas Tree”

(L-R) BethAnn Zaprowski, Scott Zaprowski, Cathy Zaprowski, Toni Cracknell, and Jeff Zaprowski.

POSTAGEREQUIRED

Vol. 22 • Issue 4 April 2020

GTS

Turn to page 10, 11, 16

Beachtree I

Turn to page 8Bocce

Turn to page 8

Golf Lodges

Turn to page 9

The Inn is open for takeoutHere is some good news! The Inn

is now open for takeout service. The hours will be from 4-8 PM.

Call The Inn at 772-577-4344. Give them your order, they will give you a time for pick-up. If you have a cell phone, they will send you a text when it is ready.

When your order is ready, drive to The Inn, go to the front entrance, remaining in your vehicle, to pay and pick up. The

employees will come to you.You can also order from your vehicle

at the front door and wait in the park-ing lot. The employees will bring your order to you in your vehicle.

As Tony is transitioning with the new experience, please be patient and let’s all work together.

THE INN TO-GOCa l l 772 -577 -4344 t o p l ace you r o rde r

CHICKEN TENDERS (HONEYMUSTARD) • $10

APPETIZERES TACOS

DINNERS

FRIED SHRIMP (COCKTAIL) • $11

THAI CHILI HOG WINGS (BLUECHEESE) • $15

SPICY CALAMARI (W/ MARINARA)• $14

FRIED FISH BITES (TARTER) • $12

(BLK) FISH TACOS• $14

WE WILL HAVE DAILY SPECIALS! ALL ALCOHOL TO-GO DRINKSAVAILABLE, EXCLUDING DRAFT BEER

1/2 LB BURGER (L.TO.P) • $12

CHICKEN SANDWICH (GRILL/BLKNED)• $12

FISH SANDWICH (FRIED/BLKNED) • $13

GATOR DOG SERVED WITH SAUTEEDONIONS • $11

1/2 LB B.L.T. • $14

(ALL SERVED WITH FRIES OR SLAW)

PASTASSHRIMP SCAMPI • $19

PLAIN MARINARA PASTA• $12

CHICKEN PARM • $18

(BLK) CHICKEN TACOS• $11

(BLK) SHRIMP TACOS• $14

SEASONED BEEF TACOS• $13


QUESADILLASPLAIN CHEESE • $8

(BLK) CHICKENQUESO/PEPPERS/ONIONS • $11

(BLK)SHRIMPQUESO/PEPPERS/ONIONS • $12


(6) FRIED JUMBO SHRIMP • $20

SANDWICHES

FISH AND CHIPS • $17

CHOPPED SIRLOIN STEAK W/MUSHROOMS + ONIONS • $18

BEEF TIPS SAUTEED IN BEEF DEMIGLAZE W/ MASH AND VEG $18

SMOTHERED CHICKEN (SAUTEEDONIONS, MUSHROOMS, SWISS

CHEESE) W/ MASH AND VEG• $18

Effective Monday, April 6, 2020, some of the staff will be working from home. Here is what the changes will be:

Administration staff – We will all be working from home. We will still be able to answer the phones and emails. Because of the low volume of calls to LWR, these calls will be forwarded to the Administra-tion line. We will be answering all calls from home. One of the administration staff will also stop by the office daily to take in mail, packages and payments.

LWR staff – For now, they will be on-site. They will be doing the online fitness classes in the morning. They will also be working on the pool furniture, getting it cleaned, repaired and ready for when the pools can be reopened.

Building and Grounds Maintenance – They will be on a skeleton crew. There will be one from each department onsite Monday-Friday, on a rotating schedule. They will quarantine at the maintenance area working on projects and taking care of work orders. If there is an emergency, they will be available to handle it.

Golf Maintenance – The staff will still be maintaining the golf course as usual on a daily basis, 7 days a week.

Security will be onsite as usual, 24/7. One last thing, the library is CLOSED.

If you have books to return, hold on to them for now. Please do not leave them outside the library door.

Thank you all for your cooperation during these uncertain times. Although we will be working from home, it will be business as usual. Please practice social distancing of at least 6 feet. Your staff here at Ocean Village hope you all stay safe and healthy!

Coronavirus pandemic has changed life at OV

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The hurricane season is officially over as of the writing of this “corner” and I am happy to report we had 30 named storms of which we only had two tropical storms go by us. We received substantial rain but no damage! The rainfall this summer has been nonstop and the 30 storms estab-lished a new record since documentation has started.

We have once again lost Marissa in our Recreation Department to another em-ployment opportunity but we are trying hard to replace her and hope to have her positioned filled by the time this edition of The Seaword is out!

We have started our re-strapping pro-gram of all of our chaise lounges and out-door chairs. The contractor we are work-ing with recommended we use white straps with two aqua colored straps on each end of the chaises and chairs and they should look very good. Now here is the difficult part and the part where we are asking our residents for their assistance. PLEASE do

not sit on the chaises or chairs with sun-tan oil all over your bodies. The mixture of the suntan oil and the sun causes the straps to deteriorate and not only fade, but also causes a growth to form on the chairs. PLEASE use a towel to cover the chaises and chairs and keep the oils off the straps so we do not have to spend these large sums of money in order to keep the chaises and chairs in good condition. We were very lucky that the frames were in good condition so let’s take advantage of our good fortune of only having to replace the straps!

With the cool temperatures beginning to arrive we will be planting our fall/winter annual flowers and this year the plants will be violet and tangerine New Guinea Im-patiens and should be planted by the end of November. We hope you enjoy them along with the beautiful and dry weather.

Beth Cecil has agreed to come back to run our seasonal golf program for her 15th year and we are very pleased to have her

back and we look forward to a productive and safe season!

Once again, below are the numbers to call for any issues you may have con-cerning the various department’s here at Ocean Village.

Administration: 772-489-0300 Recreation: 772-429-7415Maintenance: Use the Administration

number to report maintenance issues.Security: 772-467-2901The Inn 772-577-4344 As always please contact my office at

772-489-0300 or email me at [email protected] if the staff or I can assist you in any way.

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MY STUFFLINGUISTICS 2020

Word meanings have held a fas-cination for many of us. Years ago, when volunteering as an ESL (En-glish as a Second Language) tutor, I realized just how many multiple meanings for simple words we take for granted and what difficulty they create for those trying to learn En-glish. The same is probably true for other languages as well.

As an example of our linguistic complexity, the word “hit” comes to mind. As a self-imposed exer-cise, I began to list the many ways in which we use that word.

As a noun, it is of obvious use in the game of baseball and is, of course, what makes the game ex-citing and the fans cheer. The word is also big in theaters, especially on Broadway. We love going to see a big “hit” after seeing its smash rave review. And who of us “of an age”

can forget the HIT PARADE?

As a verb, there are many more uses of even greater di-versity. In a casual, unstructured situation, things can become “hit or miss,” one can “hit the wall” when stymied or “hit it big” when lucky at something like gambling.

To describe an extreme reaction we might say that something “hit me like a ton of bricks.” In suc-cumbing to the perils of alcohol one might “hit the bottle” and in describing the actions of an un-wanted would-be paramour we might exclaim, “He HIT on me!” Poker players often ask to be “hit” when they want another card.

It’s no wonder that language ac-quisition is a challenge.

Pretty soon many of us will be “hitting the road.” Safe travels and a happy summer to all!

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Another month and another arti-cle for The Seaword. The time is moving on from month to month. The whole world is in a very bad time with the virus that is happen-ing to all of us.

Before the stopping of activities in the Village, we had a nice St. Pat’s birthday by our member Su-san and her team. It was corned beef, all the fixings, and homemade Irish Soda Bread that was made by member Joan Martinelli. The whole dinner was very wonderful. Thank you, Susan.

Until further notice our club meetings and activities are on hold. We ask not only our club but the whole Village to listen to what the P.O.A. is asking us to do in these times. For the safety of everyone,

do social distancing. That means don’t go in numbers over 10 peo-ple. If you feel sick at all or have any health conditions, stay home. Keep in contact with members by phone or computer and if you need anything, call me or another mem-ber and we will help you out. All of us want to get through these hard times. We need to listen and do what is asked of us. Some people keep saying nothing bad will hap-pen to me but it is said “it can hap-pen to anyone,” so we must keep ourselves safe.

Until better times come we ask everyone to do what is asked of us to be safe. God bless you all and if you need anything, please call a member.

Joan Martinelli

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MY STUFFMEMORIES

“The woman sitting next to you is still the girl she once was.”

I can’t remember when or where I read this, but it brought me up short because for so many years I have marveled at the “me” that has stayed at the core inside of this ma-ture woman I have become.

A number of years ago I regularly looked in on an elderly woman who had been literally “dumped” by her only child into a personal care fa-cility. Visiting Violet, a truly dimin-utive lady in her late eighties, I was struck by the girlish sparkle in her bright blue eyes and the impish,flir-tatious and dimpled smile she ex-hibited, particularly when around my husband and teenage boys.

She told me that her fondest memories were of dancing. During one of my visits, even with her stooped frame crippled by arthritis, she tried hard to “kick up her heels” once again. I remember how hard she tried before her little body fi-nally gave out.

As I think back over all the events in my own life, many happy ones, some tragic, I am struck by the same little girl “me” that still occu-pies my being and rejoice that she is still in there.

I read some time ago about a ten-year-old child who placed a letter to herself in a time capsule to be opened in 50 years. She had written, “I hope you still remember me.” A poignant wish.

After a recent clearing out of memorabilia which for years has taken over large portions of our home, I was moved by the mem-ories and emotions that remain vibrant and alive from early child-hood and are still able to evoke sounds, tastes, smells and feelings. While many of us begin to experi-ence difficulty with memory issues, it is surprising and amazing what we are actually still able to recall from long ago.

I wonder why when it is so dif-ficult at times to recall names and faces in our current life we are able to come up with names and faces from old photographs and often an-ecdotal information as well. I guess it takes years of living to begin to understand the mysteries of life. Thank goodness for the memora-bilia that helps us remember won-derful old days.

May you all make joyful memo-ries this holiday season!

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AWOLAnother month and another ar-

ticle from AWOL. The group has been doing many things to keep busy. We meet every Monday at 4 PM at Aruba for a meeting and then we go out for a bite to eat. The Inn at the Village has been great. It’s local and safe and we keep in touch with friends. We play games such as bocce and shuffleboard. Many do group exercise and Bingo at the Village every week

We had an AWOL craft fundrais-er and it turned out great with lots of money raised for our donations.

AWOL is now 40 years old and we had a wonderful party at the Clubhouse. Thanks to Bettie Wuest for putting it together.

More owners are coming every day and we hope all stay safe.

As the year comes to an end, we wish all the best of everything to everyone. It’s time to end this ar-ticle and again wish all the best to all the Village and ask that we keep ourselves safe. Stay healthy, safe, and most of all moving.

Joan Martinelli

AWOL’s 40th Anniversary Party, which was attended by 17 members.

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This Pandemic has changed many of our lives and has challenged us to the fullest! Not until recently did I KNOW anyone who had COVID-19...last month my grand niece, attending Michigan State University...caught it...Thank God within a few days she was fine! It’s interesting...to realize how we as humans adapt to these kind of sit-uations...that apparently only happen every 100 years or so. We make chang-es as to how we live and work, where we go and how we do things! I believe for the most part we have done pretty well...CONGRATS everyone!

Some of us have been affected great-ly with the loss of loved ones! Worse, not being able to say goodbye! Funer-als, memorial services and weddings have been put off. Our travel plans for Thanksgiving and Christmas have been altered. Snowbirds coming here are changing their plans almost daily...de-pending on the COVID-19 conditions of the moment!

The “little ones”...the three and four year olds...tagging behind mommy with their masks on at the grocery store...I wonder...What are they think-ing?? But, they seem to just “go along with the hope” KNOWING mommy will keep them safe! Perhaps 100 years from now some of these children will

say... “I was there!”We have lived through shutdowns...

business closings...toilet paper shortag-es and yes...even tragic loss of life and livelihood for some. That is the worst! Now for the GOOD! Not to be political, but it seems our present administration has done a magnificent job putting to-gether... science, the private sector and our military to have a vaccine within weeks of reading this! From my per-spective...overall, we have ALL lived through something that will go down in history...and treated it as if...SOME-HOW, we do this every day!!!???

By the way, Boomer said to me “Dad-dy, I will be fine...Just, don’t you get it!!!”

Boomer and I wish everyone and our “doggie friends” a very MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HEALTHY and NORMAL “VACCINE PROTECTED” New Year! David Alexander [email protected]

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Communication Committee

The new email address for Security is: [email protected]

The Communication Committee has been meeting bi-monthly for the past several months with a goal of improving your ability to know what’s going on in the Village.

With that in mind, we now have a great new website with access to just about any OV information our resi-dents want and need.

As a result, the POA updates (workshop and minutes) will no lon-ger be in The Seaword; instead they

will be online each month. For those without internet access, copies will be available at the Administration Office.

In the very near future, we plan to offer assistance for those who wish to use the website, Zoom, activi-ty reservation system, online POA communications (budget and official meeting notifications) and online voting for POA Board members.

Shuffleboard LeagueThe Winter Shuffleboard League

begins January 12, 2021 and goes thru February 25. Playoffs are March 1-6, 2021.

The sign up for League play began Nov. 16, 2020 and goes thru Jan. 4, 2021. Sign up early to insure you get to play the day and time of your

choice! Contact Ocean Village Rec-reation, LWR.

League play is still $25 per person which includes our awards luncheon and prizes.

Thank you and hope we have an-other great season!

Stu King, Chair

The Ocean Village Tennis Com-munity is hosting a Toys for Tots toy drive, in conjunction with a tennis round robin.

If you would like to donate a toy, please drop it off at the Tennis Pro

Shop, adjacent to the OV Clubhouse on Friday or Saturday, December 11 or 12.

Thank you, and Happy Holidays to all!

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Welcome readers!Did you know that Ocean Village

has its own Book Discussion Group? The Group meets the first Monday of the following months in the OV Card Room at 1 PM.

We have a limited number of library copies of each selection available on a first-come, first-served basis.

April 6 - “Just Mercy” by Bryan Stevensen.

If you love to read and enjoy shar-ing your reading experience with oth-er book lovers, please join us! All are welcome.

If you have any questions, please contact the co-chairs:

Michele Hall: [email protected]

DiAnn Yonker: [email protected]

OV Book Club


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Welcome readers!Did you know that Ocean Village

has its own Book Discussion Group? The Group meets the first Monday of the following months in the OV Card Room at 1 PM.

We have a limited number of library copies of each selection available on a first-come, first-served basis.

April 6 - “Just Mercy” by Bryan Stevensen.

If you love to read and enjoy shar-ing your reading experience with oth-er book lovers, please join us! All are welcome.

If you have any questions, please contact the co-chairs:

Michele Hall: [email protected]

DiAnn Yonker: [email protected]

OV Book Club


Welcome, readers!The 2020-21 Ocean Village Book Club

began this November. As usual, we will be obtaining the Susan Kilmer Public Li-brary’s “Books in a Box” series, which provides us with 10 copies of our selec-tion for the month. These are handed out on a first come, first served basis and collected at the end of each session. We meet in the Ocean Village Card Room on the first Monday of each month at 1 PM. We take turns at facilitating the discus-sion, which provides variety and different styles of leadership.

Our discussions are lively, introspec-tive, thought-provoking, and at times, can be a bit unsettling because some topics take us out of our comfort zone. I think we can all appreciate that at Ocean Village, we are safe, secure, and certainly enjoy all the aspects of the “good life.” We are life-long learners and seek to gain empathy with other cultures and those that are less fortunate than us. Our group,

while open to any interested reader at Ocean Village, runs the spectrum of five-25 participants during the peak season. There are many retired teachers, nurses, and other professionals that share their experiences and thoughts in a non-con-frontational, collegial atmosphere. We also have fun!

If you would like to get a head start on the season’s selections, here is a sneak peek:

No session in DecemberJan. 4: “Moonglow,” by Michael Cha-

bonFeb. 1: “Cross Creek,” by Marjorie

Kinnan RawlingsMarch 1: “Gorky Park,” by Martin

Cruz SmithApril 5: “Where the Crawdads Sing,”

by Delia OwensWe look forward to another enjoyable

season of stimulating discussions! If you have any questions, please call DiAnn Yonker, chair, at 772-466-9960.

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Monday March 2, 2020North-SouthPlace -Pair 1. Nick Lerescu - Phyllis Crowley2. Sue Peterson - Isabel Hetherington3. Sara Stid - Janet Surrett East-WestPlace-Pair 1. Wanda Cristali - Roman Cristali2. John Holmes - Terry Holmes3. Marci Davis - Carol Kimball Thursday March 5, 2020North-SouthPlace-Pair 1. Janet Surrett - Isabel Hetherington2. Denise Letendre - Claude Gentes3. Joan McDonald - Diane Zurfluh East-WestPlace-Pair

1. Eldon Johnson - Ginger Johnson2. Jane Pryce - Brad Pryce3. Nora Christoff - Wendy Marian

Monday, March 9, 2020North-SouthPlace-Pair 1. Nora Goodwin - Art Goodwin2. Denise Letendre - Claude Gentes3. Ann Ehrhart - Jan Heckenhauer East-WestPlace-Pair 1. Eldon Johnson - Ginger Johnson2. Wanda Cristali - Roman Cristali3. (Tie) Frank Marian - Wendy Marian3. (Tie) Willie Schmit - Frank Unangst

Thursday March 12, 2020North-SouthPlace-Pair 1. Jane Pryce - Brad Pryce2. (Tie) Joan Cantley - Priscilla Oehl2. (Tie) LouAnn Counihan - Debbie Lamont East-WestPlace-Pair 1. Terry Holmes - John Holmes2. Diane Zurfluh - Jean Gaston3. Eldon Johnson - Ginger Johnson

OV Duplicate BridgeRemembering Jake Russell30 year OV resident, John “Jake” Russell, Sr., 86,

died on November 3, 2020. Jake is predeceased by Carol and his sisters, Pat and Barbara. Jake is sur-vived by his brother Bill; his children Terri, Patti, Sue, John, and Scott, their spouses and partners; 8 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, and his dear friend Margy.

Jake grew up in Rockville Centre, NY. He served in the Army during the Korean War, was proprietor of “The Place” Bar and Restaurant in Rockville Centre for 34 years, and a member of Reliance Company of the Rockville Centre Fire Dept. for 67 years.

A member of the Fort Pierce Elks for more than 23 years, Jake and Carol vol-unteered as kitchen staff preparing dinners. Jake also volunteered in the kitchen at the Treasure Coast Hospice.

Jake enjoyed playing golf, bocce, cards, watching football and car racing and attending Mass. Asked once what he wanted people to know at the end of his life, he responded that he “...had a good life and a good time!”

Winning Bocce league team for the fall seasonTeam #2 was the winner:(L-R) Jim Van Hagen, Karla Van Hagen, Myrna Nickel, Candy Burd, and Doug Burd.Congratulations!

something special in each shell and patiently brought each shell to life as a unique tree ornament. These gems have graced our Christmas tree each year in OVC for over 20 years.

Unfortunately, I never had the pleasure of knowing Martha – she passed away in 1999 and her hus-band Peter has also passed away. That is how long these beautiful creations have brought our tree to life. Their son, Tom and Vera (Carly and Madelaine) and their daughter, Nancy Edwards (Max and Chris) still come to Ocean Vil-lage.

A special friend of Martha, Marge Zaprowski, got me in-volved. Since 2000, Marge had always helped put up the tree and

decorate it with the special shells and share her memories of Mar-tha. This year we lost Marge, we all miss her and all she did for OV; she was so involved in so many as-pects of OV life.

We have new helpers – the next generation of Zaprowski – they have stepped up to help.

We are so fortunate in Ocean Village – the people who came be-fore us gave so much – they made Ocean Village a better place, and they DID. We thank them!

Come and visit the tree in the Clubhouse – see the shells – more than 25 years old.

Have a Merry Christmas and stay safe.

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More Golf and Tennis Shop news on page 20Golf and Tennis Shop Happenings & More

Ladies Golf Here at OV Golf we are supportive of

as many opportunities for participation in this great game. We are delighted to hear that there is an interest in ladies par-ticipating in 18 holes on Friday. Please sign up your team (or as an individual) starting now until December 29. The cost to play each week is $15 (cash or check only). Don’t forget the 18 hole groups tee off ahead of the 9 hole groups starting at 7:30 AM.

Also ladies, if you are still looking for more fun, meeting new friends with some semi-serious compe-tition sprinkled in, whatever your skill level, look no further. The SeaGals are a weekly friendly 9 hole la-dies social league that plays each Wednesday morning beginning January 13.There are several availabilities. If interested, contact the league chairman, Mary Jo Siegel, at [email protected] to join.

Golf COVID-19 Notice• Flag sticks must remain in the hole. The flag and

cup must not be touched at any time. • There will be no rakes for bunkers, ball washers,

water coolers, or divot repair boxes with sand. In the bunkers, smooth disturbed sand with your shoe or club.

• Please wear your mask when interacting with Golf and Tennis Shop staff. Customers are not allowed in the Golf and Tennis Shop (staff only).

• Scorecards and pencils available upon request. No exchanging of cards or pencils between players or groups. Please don’t pick up other players’ clubs.

• Tee times are all scheduled at 10 minute intervals and will be required or call ahead before coming to play.

Dec. 12 Toys for Tots RR (Tennis)Dec. 17 Annual Holiday Putting Tournament 11 AMJan. 6 Welcome Back Golf Scramble 18 & 9 holesJan.7 & 8 Social Golf Leagues begin

Jan. 14 Emile’s Welcome Back Ladies Only Tennis Jan.21 Emile’s Welcome Back Men Only TennisJan. 23 Couples Golf Scramble - 18 holesJan. 28 Moonlight Golf Scramble - 9 holes

• Congregating before or after golf in any area of the facility is not allowed.

When: Thursday, December 17, 2020Time: 11 AM tee timesFormat: 18 hole (individual stroke play)Cost: $7 per ATTENDEEWhere: OV Practice Putting GreenIncludes prizes, beverages, fun and much more. Winner gets to keep the much coveted traveling champion’s trophy for a year!Call (467-0102) or sign up at the Golf Shop.

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Welcome Back ScrambleWhen: Wednesday, January 6, 2021

Format: Stepaside ScrambleWhen: 8:30 AM shotgun /18 holes/$15 Noon shotgun/ 9 holes/ $10Includes fun, beverages, golf and prizes.Call (467-0102) or sign up at the Golf Shop.Cash or Checks payable to OV POA.

Reserve a Time – Play OVThe golf/tennis online reservation system

offers a quick, safe and easy way to reserve, confirm or cancel your tee or court time res-ervation. If you are an owner you should have received your user name and password by now. If you rented last season and you used the reservation system, the credentials are still the same. If, however, this is your first time renting here or you simply have forgot-ten your login, OV Recreation or the staff at the Golf and Tennis Shop can assist you with setting up a user name and password for your convenience. Once you log into the website, www.oceanvillage.com the booking process is fairly straight forward. You tap on the sport that you want, to see what’s available. Select the date, court (not applicable to golf), time, add all players and submit. Unless you opt out, you should receive an email confirming your booking. The golf system only accepts advance (future) reservations up to 5 days out. There is a very helpful Tee Time Reservation Video Tutorial to assist golfers. For same day tee times or cancellations please call the Golf and Tennis Shop at 772-467-0102. Availabil-ity of tee/court reservations may be limited by special events, inclement weather, course maintenance, course hours or other reasons deemed necessary by management.

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Save the dates!The Beach and Dune Committee will be hosting

three events in January.• Friday, January 8, 2021: Beach and Dune Com-

mittee OverviewWhat is the role of the Beach and Dune Committee

here at Ocean Village? Join us for this session where the Committee members share the work we do under the auspices of the POA. You’ll hear about our cal-endar of annual events, our political advocacy work, a description of the dune reserve fund, an update on the BlueTube plastics program, a (brief) history of Ocean Village dunes, research into algae blooms, co-ordination about sea level rise, the Florida Shore and Beach Preservation Conference - and more!

• Friday, January 15, 2021: Annual Beach CleanupThis is your chance to join a volunteer effort to

clean up the marine environment on our Ocean Vil-lage beach. Every year, volunteers from our own-ership group and their guests descend on our sandy beach to show their commitment to cleaner oceans. The Annual Beach Cleanup is much more than just removing plastics and litter - it is a way of joining other volunteers in Fort Pierce, educating the public about the importance of keeping our beaches pris-tine, influencing public policy, and affecting positive behavioral change about littering.

• Friday, January 22, 2021: Beach & Dune Com-mittee Guest Lecture Series

This year, the Beach and Dune Committee has in-

vited two guests to speak to our Ocean Village com-munity.

1. Josh Revord from St. Lucie County Coastal Ero-sion Board: Mr. Revord is a Coastal Engineer for St. Lucie County’s Erosion District. He will speak about his roles evaluating beach erosion and monitoring Fort Pierce Jetty Inlet management issues with local, state and federal agencies, including recent progress on the South Hutchinson Island Federal Beach Proj-ect.

2. Joe Scarola from Ecological Associates, Inc.: Mr. Scarola will talk about the new age of sea tur-tle permit compliance monitoring using laser sighted GPS to enhance coastal lighting evaluations.

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Golf Lodges...News and Entertainment and kayakers spotlightThe annual migration of snowbirds is al-

most over with Ocean Village filling up with residents and guests. What a difference a year makes with the effect that COVID-19 has on all aspects of our lives. And yet, the sun is shining, the pool and beach beckon, a warm breeze is at our back, and perhaps an adult beverage awaits nearby. It’s great to be back in Florida for another season.

Paulette and John Burkmyre report that due to the Coronavirus, or as their eight-year-old grandson, Evan, calls it – “the no fun virus” – not much activity at the 92-year-old La Casa Burkmyre. A Disney cruise and a trip to the Dominican Republic were rescheduled.

Visits with the grandchildren were limited and socializing with friends and neighbors is almost nonexistent. As Paulette recalls, “Quarantining in Michigan upon return-ing from Florida in May we did manage a few visits with our daughter and her family. We had a short hike to a beach with a pic-nic lunch, scavenger hunt on the beach/park and games. However, most visits were virtu-al.” They did manage the annual Greenfield Village Halloween Trick-or-Treating with modifications at The Henry in Dearborn. The event was a members and reservations only event. Dinner prior and actual trick-or-treat-ing were replaced with a Plexiglas, group separated, sanitized Spooky Train Ride. Also, walking through the jack-o-lantern lined historical streets of The Village to see storybook charters along the route and reen-actments from books and movies. Bagged goodies were picked up at the conclusion of our time slot. “Good times were had by all but especially by our very own 10-year-old Hermione, a.k.a. Madeline, granddaughter, and our scary dinosaur,” says Paulette, smil-ingly.

Once colder weather hit Michigan, The Burkmyres decided it was time to “hunker down” at OV to enjoy some much-needed sunshine and pleasant outdoor weather.

We extend a warm welcome to two new residents at Golf Lodges: Lynne Basileo, and Carolyn and George Yerkes.

Lynne BasileoHaving lived my whole life on Long Is-

land, when the time came, I thought it was going to be a very difficult decision to leave. Where could I go that offered what I have here on LI - the LI Sound, ocean, bays, riv-ers, and lakes? I am definitely a water person and need to live close to it. I remember vis-iting my brother several years ago in Cen-tennial, CO. The beauty of the scenery and snow-capped mountains during the summer months was simply breathtaking. However, in less than a week, the novelty wore off and all I could think of was getting back to the island and on the water. Time to make the de-cision to move came this year. In retrospect, the decision wasn’t really difficult at all. However, in addition to the requirement of being near the water, the second requirement was year-round warm temperatures.

Over the last few years, I’ve had sever-al opportunities to visit Ocean Village. My brother and his wife (Marshall and Sandi Aykroyd), snowbirds from Buffalo, have a unit in Beachtree II. I fell in love with Ocean Village and Hutchinson Island the very first time I came to visit. There’s the ocean, bays, rivers, lakes, and the ICW. My mother lives in Cape Coral near the Gulf. I have it all! Next week will be my fifth month living at Golf Lodges South. In addition to complet-ing 32 years as a public high school business teacher, I have a son, who remains on Long Island with his girlfriend.

Carolyn and George YerkesWe are Florida natives, and have always

lived in Palm Beach County. For us, surfing is a family activity. We surfed with our sons for many years on the beaches of Fort Pierce. We loved it. Beside surfing our other favorite pastime is fishing. We spent many days fish-ing out of the Palm Beach and Boynton In-lets. We also participated in in a few fishing tournaments in Fort Pierce, as well.

Having spent a good deal of time in Fort Pierce over the years, we decided to retire here in August. Carolyn has been a horse trainer in Wellington, and George is still doing electrical inspection a couple days a

week. What drew us to Ocean Village was the fact that it is right on the ocean, and we could have our two small dogs, Missy and Bootsie, with us. We love to fish, bicycle, and enjoy the pool here in OV.

Golf Lodges KayakersThere is a lot of interest in kayaking wheth-

er you consider it a sport, pastime, hobby, or physical fitness method. That’s certainly the case at Golf Lodges. Several of our residents have taken up the activity and were happy to share all things kayak. Here are their stories in their own words.

Diana Mand“How do I love thee? Let me count the

ways…” Robert BrowningWell, I’m relieved that my secret is finally

out in the open. Yes, my friends, I’ve been involved in a “hot and heavy” affair for 20 years. I was helpless in fighting such an in-tense feeling of deep affection, and before I know it, I was hooked – hooked for keeps. I know what you are thinking, so before you go making rash judgments about my moral turpitude, I must confess that the aforemen-tioned affair is with my kayak, and it has been a match made in heaven.

I’ve often asked myself what factors have contributed to this relationship? Kayaking requires reasonable physical strength cou-pled with a “determined determination” to overcome any obstacle encountered while paddling. However, these same qualities can be found in various other sports like putting the “pedal to the metal” for the bicyclist or in playing multiple sets in tennis. What sets kayaking apart, for me, is the love of being on the water, whether alone or with others.

While in my boat, some very uniquely special experiences have occurred. Round Island in Vero Beach is a favorite location for adventurers. One is sheltered, on the one hand, while being exposed to many facets of life in and around the mangroves on the other. Once I was nearly capsized by a huge manatee scratching its back on the bottom of the boat. As balance was regained, I was able to snap a marvelous photo of his snout as he

surfaced for air! A menagerie of other crea-tures, including dolphins, pelicans, cranes, and herons, have also colored trips, often enhanced by a backdrop of beautiful sunny days fading into the fire-like hues of Florida sunsets. Quite the contrary to these serene images is the unexpected thrill accompany-ing the eruption of mullet as they escape the pursuit of hungry, larger fish.

For part of the year I reside in Maryland on the Chesapeake Bay. Tuckahoe State Park in the southern part of the state has also pro-vided many wonderful outings in a sanctu-ary-like setting. One often feels as though no one has been there before. Beautiful species of waterfowl abound, filling the tranquil at-mosphere with their voices, while turtles of all sizes (surely not as lazy as they appear) sunbathe the day away amidst lanky cypress knees. But this idyllic reverie can be shat-tered just as abruptly as the breaking mullet in Florida.

One afternoon a friend and I were explor-ing the Tuckahoe hidden waterways when we came upon a stately Canada goose sitting on the bank like a statue frozen in time. It ap-peared as though the creature was possibly in some sort of distress and needed help. As we got closer and closer, suddenly the silence exploded into blood-curdling honks, cackles, and hisses sending shivers down the spine! Apparently, this mother goose was perched upon a nest totally invisible to the onlooker. Her cry alerted her gander who proceeded to shriek while dive-bombing us in a manner that would have made any kamikaze pilot proud. Panic-stricken, we feverishly paddled faster than I ever thought humanly possible. Whew! That was a close call.

One thing is certain with kayaking – it is never dull, for there are always new things to see, explore, and experience. I’ve never tired of the exhilarating sense of discovery waiting just around the next bend. Sometimes I’ve wondered, however, why do so many of us expend such great amounts of energy, often wearing ourselves out, for love of a pastime? Some say that it’s because of the endorphins, fun, and overall sense of accomplishment. Turn to GOLF LODGES page 13

Lynne tackles sea kayaking.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! If you are traveling over the holidays, please stay safe. Bob Suckow

Carla kayaking along the mangrove trails.

Sue kayaking the beautiful Michigan wa-terways.

John at Little Jim’s Bait & Tackle. Fort Pierce inlet estuary.Evan and Madeline aboard the Spooky Train Ride.

Many visitors have passed through the garden re-cently. Some take a quick look, some walk the paths, and some sit, enjoying the solitude in a beautiful setting or enjoying a social-distancing visit with friends. How wonderful to see the purpose of the garden being fulfilled. By the time this is in print, the garden should be dressed for the holiday to make Christmas a little brighter for everyone this year. Best wishes to you all.

Just as we’ve had visitors, many workers have contributed lately to the garden. Jack Potosnak and Jim Weber volunteered (were volunteered) to trim the arbor where the jasmine appears to grow over-night. They chose a fortuitous time, for they were there with a saw at the same time we needed to at-tack the screw pine that was getting beyond control. Unfortunately, the serrated edges of the screw pine were sharp as razors. As a result, both men were awash in blood when finished; it was difficult to tell what was sweat and what were tears. Dennis Wood-ward has continued to make himself available for heavy lifting. Dick Redman and Kevin Lodge gave the fountain a thorough scrubbing. Many thanks, guys, and, no, we won’t lose your numbers. Several volunteers that make up the Garden Committee have also returned and resumed watering duty. Thanks to them, too. Words will never be enough to say how much all of you are appreciated.

Meanwhile, the fall planting has been completed. Two mums, one at each end of the walk, were donat-ed as an homage to fall. Our hired weeder, Janet, has proven to be much more than that, providing invalu-able assistance in pruning, re-potting and replanting. She’s even helping reclaim some of the garden by edg-ing away the grass that has crept into the garden area.

There isn’t a Garden Spot that doesn’t mention “pulling weeds” as a constant task. Last month’s en-try featured the Milkweed, which was not a weed, but this month’s plant is an actual weed. The Dollar Weed (aka pennywort) is a hydrocotyle that earns its name from its circular leaf, similar to a lily pad, only a much smaller, silver-dollar size. The leaves are bright green, almost glossy, with scalloped edges and a stem right in the center. A quote from Encyclo-

Best wishes for a good holiday, given the circum-stances of distancing ourselves from those we want to share the season with. May you find joy in the intent of the season and the hope for a normal one next year.

Meanwhile, the Board of Directors approved the budget for the 2021-22 fiscal year at the November meeting. Over 50% of the increase is due to the rise of insurance and utility costs. There appears to be a growing interest in getting all nine buildings wind resistant to Miami-Dade Code with doors and win-dows and the roofs properly secured. Each and ev-ery owner would see the benefit in both the lower cost of insurance to the cluster and to the individual.

The Board announced that it will contract with Coastal Pest Control for the next year. Also, a community cable consultant addressed the Board about choosing a server, following which the Board agreed, pending a review by our lawyer, to sign a letter of intent for Blue Stream to become our pro-vider in May 2022. Currently, Seascape I has opted for Blue Stream, and, if we can get other clusters to join us, the price will be lower. Your homework is to lobby friends in the surrounding clusters.

The December Board meeting will be on the 20th, and the January 21, 2021, meeting will see the pre-sentation of the capital plan for the future.

Only time will tell how many owners will be here

in January. How much our season will be affect-ed remains a mystery until then. Many of us were surprised to see a van with Ontario plates parked in Keith and Toni Cracknell’s spot. Even better, they were actually in residence. They avoided the ban on driving across the border by shipping their van and flying into the US.

While owners are still arriving, others are return-ing North for the holidays. Carmen Kaifer will be traveling to North Carolina to spend several weeks with her children. Carmen is our BT I hero, for she has spent over 20 years as a chemist for Pfizer, the first company to present a viable vaccine for the COVID-19 virus. Carmen lives in Miami, but keeps a cozy hideaway here. Normally she travels a great deal, but because of the virus, she has been working via Zoom since last March. As a result, she can do her job right here, dividing her time between Miami and Ocean Village.

Carmen is a native of Madrid, where many of her family still live, but this year she, as with many of us, will not be traveling to Spain to see them. She does consider herself lucky, however, for her twins were both married last year when all of her family could attend. Her son is an Executive Chef in Char-lotte and her M.D. daughter also lives in Charlotte.

Carmen surely influenced her son by her own culi-nary skills, for every thing coming from her kitchen

is a delight. We have her close friends from Miami and a local bartender to thank for Carmen being here. When her friends wanted to retire to the beach, after a long search and a discussion over drinks, a bartender suggested they check out Ocean Village. Who among us, after finding this place, hasn’t rec-ommended it to every one we know? And it doesn’t hurt that we may finally be saying “goodbye” to the hurricane season, having been spared this year. Let’s also say “hello and welcome” to what we hope will be a good, New Year to say “adieu” to COVID-19.

Submitted by Bettie Marshall

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This month’s Garden Spot is not about a particular flower, tree, or shrub; it is about the garden itself and the role it can play during these trying times. The Yard Doc, Carol Cloud Bailey, eloquently wrote in the Sunday paper, March 22, about the benefits of being in a garden:

“It has been demonstrated that simply being around plants can lower stress levels, improve concentration....One report found when people are around plants, they experience a reduction in feel-ings of fear and anger.”

You are cordially invited to visit the garden if you have not yet discovered its beneficial beauty. Its en-try is colorful: the orchids are blooming,take a walk down the steps, circle the garden for different views, sit awhile, and enjoy the shade and the frequent breeze.

Do observe the CAUTION notice at the entrance from the sidewalk or the stairs. Many of the pavers have risen due to tree roots or have sunken due to

settlement in the sandy soil. To replace them entire-ly is cost prohibitive, so we are seeking to have a less costly repair, having the pavers pulled up, the ground prepared with more gravel and sand, and the existing pavers replaced. That project might take place this spring. Meanwhile, watch your step, and be prepared to come another day if work is being done.

The same is true for the central tree. We hope to have the Black Olive tree in the middle of the garden trimmed for the hurricane season in late April or early May.

I want to send a shout out to the many volunteers who have come forward to help with the twice-daily watering of the potted plants (necessary since both winter and spring skipped us), with deadheading, and weed pulling. They not only help the garden, but they are reaping the therapeutic benefits men-tioned above.

To volunteer, please call either Georgia Krae-mer at 772-498-8736 or Bettie Marshall at 772-607-1918. For donations, please contact Georgia or deposit money in the birdhouse at the entry. For Remembrance bricks, contact Toni Cracknell at772-467-9622. Note: She has returned to Canada, so if you fill out a form from the box, please contact me at the number above.

Submitted by Bettie Marshall Color greets visitors at the garden entry.

Daniela and Andreas Otte-Witte (left), Baerbel and Hans Schumann (right).

The news from BT I this month is about as dire as from the other clusters. Our Canadian residents fled north weeks before they wanted or intended to. A number of owners prepared themselves to stay longer than they wanted or intended to. We all have said goodbye to potlucks, dinner parties, movies, and dinners out. “See you sometime” is the mantra for local friends, planned visitors, and family.

Fortunately, most of us have been here since at least January without having traveled afar, so we feel relatively safe with our neighbors. The courts and greens have less demand, offering opportuni-ties to get outdoors. From four of our buildings we can see increased visitation of the Remembrance Garden, a welcome haven.

The March Board meeting was canceled, but members will call in for the April meeting. They plan to address the need for paver repair and the trimming of the tree in the garden. Trimming of the palms is also underway.

The March potluck was canceled, but the Febru-ary one held a surprise that few knew about at the time. Owners Hans and Baerbel Schumann brought

as guests his cousin Andreas Otte-Witte and his “significant other” of 31 years, Daniela, who were visiting from Hamburg, Germany.

Daniela recently quit her job, which necessitated a long commute and began work in Andreas’s den-tal office. Over dinner, they complained about their taxes (like the rest of us), and the higher amounts singles had to pay. Hans brought up the fact that married couples had a definite advantage there. Hmmm. A quick call to David and Pam Alexander, who were married in the Remembrance Garden, and the next day found the four Germans at the Ft. Pierce City Hall. An hour later, Andreas and Dan-iela were a married couple, after 31 years together. Only a few hours after that they enjoyed their wed-ding feast from the BT I buffet line at the OVC. The accompanying picture will be cropped to make them a wedding photo. Just what we all need: a sto-ry with a happy ending.

Practice safe habits, follow the rules, and be help-ful to your neighbors. We’re all in this together.


Beachtree I Buzz

Bocce League Winners

1st place (L-R) Tom Duffy, Mary Duffy, Mary Beth Jarmasco and Dick Jarmasco.

2nd place (L-R) Susan Thew, MaryAnne Fiscner, Betty Reyda and Barbara Pulie.

3rd place (L-R) Doug Burd, Candy Burd, Bonnie Wood and John Wood.

4th place (L-R) Maryanne Tormey, Marty Tormey, Barbara Miller and David Miller..

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Dollar Weed

Root System of Dollar Weed

Carmen Kaifer

Gloria lived in Ocean Village with her sister, Joan Covella, since 1997. Prior to living in Florida, Gloria resided in Lake Mohawk, NJ. She was prede-ceased by her husband, Dermot Perdisatt in 1977. They have five children, Denise (Gary) Fry, Jan-ice (Rod) Norris, John (Janet) Perdisatt, Barbara Perdisatt and Ann Klein. Grandchildren, Jacki Perdisatt (Maddi and Tucker), Tony (Dehlia) Perdisatt (Johnny and Hank), Connor (Cindy) Perdisatt, Danny Saint, Collin (Lau-ra) Saint (Everly and McKenna), Kyle Saint, Whitney (Tyler) Flora (Jacob and Anna) Cade (Kirstyn) Norris, Kelcey (Jakub) Walenczak.

Gloria loved having her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren around her and that was when she was her happiest. She was so proud of all of them and made that known to all. She loved sharing them with all of her Ocean Village friends. Four of her five chil-dren have moved to Ocean Village over the last few years to be close to her and spend time with her. Ev-eryone loved Grandma, Grandma Glo, Gigi, Gloworm.

Gloria loved life and enjoyed playing golf, bocce, shuffleboard, swimming, baking and being an active part of the AWOL group. She was always ready to have a great time and was often the organizer of par-ties, cruises and other events that brought her friends together. She will truly be missed by her family and friends. Her love to anyone that knew her was so gen-uine and infectious as was her smile.

A celebration of her life took place on Thanksgiving with her immediate family. In the Spring of 2021, her family will have a brick added to the memory garden in Ocean Village in her honor.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honor of Gloria may be given to: Hospice of Treasure Coast https://www.treasurehealth.org/292/Donate, The Wil-liam and Helen Thomas Counseling Center 5000 Dunn Road Ft. Pierce, FL 34981 or Alzheimer’s Community Care https://www.alzcare.org/impact, 800 Northpoint Parkway Suite 101-B West Palm Beach, FL 33407

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GOLF LODGES from page 11These things are all true, but I additionally think it’s the ability to not only escape the deafening cacophony of today’s maddening world, but especially to physically connect to the earth, becoming intimately part of nature. It is here that we find our better selves united in thought with our very souls.

Karen Schmittendorf and Paul Poole Round Island Kayaking - Our kayak ad-

venture started at Round Island on North Hutchinson off A1A. Our companions for this trip were Alan and Ann Tardif from Golf Lodges North. We were not kayaking long before we spotted numerous dolphins feed-ing in the area. The sheltered calm waters around the island were perfect for kayaking and observing nature. We spotted a great blue heron and many more birds too nu-merous to mention. As we were ending our trip, we spotted a huge manatee. In a play-ful mood, it pushed our kayaks and chewed on our life jacket strap. We are fortunate to live near the Indian River Lagoon with all its beautiful kayak spots.

John SmolenskiHere’s a great drone shot of my kayaking

mecca, Fort pierce inlet estuary. To my fel-low Ocean Villagers, this is my happy place for epic kayaking adventures. I paddle this area 4-5 days a week all winter long. My outings are usually at first light, before plea-sure boaters are out. I have a great loop route that starts at Causeway Park and follows the tide past the Fort Pierce State Park, Little Jim Bridge, the north causeway drawbridge, and Harbor Cove Marina before returning to Causeway Park. Within this loop are count-less islets, mangrove channels, dolphins, manatees, and all kinds of fish. I have been kayaking for probably a dozen years and have no places more fun than this beauti-ful estuary. There are several great spots to launch so you can maximize the extra boost you get from the tidal current. Get with me if you’d love to check it out.

Lynne BasileoMy passion for the last 12 years has been

kayaking (yes, I started later in life with this sport.) I’ve always had a need to be on the water. In years prior, I’ve owned motorboats, a Hobie Cat catamaran and in recent years, have been able to enjoy sailing on my son’s sailboat.

I started out with a plastic recreational sit-in kayak (as opposed to a sit-on-top kayak) - a very wide 28”, 12’ long kayak. It was fun to learn the basics with this boat and paddle about in local harbors and bays, but after three years, found myself looking to be more adventurous, hence discovered sea kayaking - paddling on open waters and the ocean.

My four sea kayaks are fiberglass, rang-ing in widths of 20” to 21.5”and lengths of 16’to 17.5’, and weighing 56-60 lbs. They’re fairly narrow and long and just about fit in the garage! Over the years I’ve had countless hours of instruction learning proper paddling technique, how to roll a kayak, perform res-cues and paddle in extreme conditions. I’ve some experience kayak surfing in the ocean, which is exhilarating in itself, and enjoy long distance paddling and kayak camping. All with groups, I’ve circumnavigated Man-hattan (32-miles), Shelter Island (20-miles), and Cape May Island, NJ (18-miles), and paddled round trip across the Long Island Sound from Huntington, LI to Rowayton, CT (18-miles).

I’ve kayaked camped several places, but the most memorable was a 5-day, 65-mile ocean paddle from Marathon Key to Key West, camping at designated places along the way. On the water, the weather can change in an instant and what was calm 5-minutes prior could now have you paddling in heavy wind, chop and increasing waves. To date,

I performed six rescues of paddlers who’ve gone over and couldn’t re-enter his/her kay-ak, with the latest rescue being close to a near death situation.The kayaker had capsized in a swift current and was trapped upside down in his kayak and out of breath. That rescue has affected me to this day.

I’ve paddled in various places up and down the east coast from Florida to Maine. Last November I kayaked in Baja, Mexico (the highlight of all my kayaking experienc-es), and was supposed to return to Baja this year, as well as kayak this summer in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Poros, Greece, but all were canceled due to COVID-19. I’m hoping for a more promising 2021 paddling year.

Sue SmolenskiAbout 12 years ago John and I began en-

joying kayaking with a group of friends from our home in Michigan. Our weekly jaunts included the men far ahead of us on the river and the women drifting and talking. Sharing a beer or wine afterwards made a good finish to the evening.

My favorite kayaking memory took place in Northern Michigan in late October. If you have knowledge of Michigan, it is cold that time of year.

We set out on the Jordan River after a rain-storm dressed in jeans and winter coats. Af-ter a couple hours of paddling I was warned of an approaching culvert and waterfall. The river was moving rapidly, so I grabbed onto a tree and held on to muster up the courage to proceed forward. After a boat offered to help me, I sheepishly declined and proceeded through the tunnel.

I took everyone’s advice and paddled hard. I didn’t capsize, but I forgot to lean back-wards, so the water over the front of the boat drenched me. Our friends always say that, “Sue was baptized on the Jordan River”. I have sworn off late fall kayaking in Michi-gan and now enjoy all the spectacular sights Florida has to offer. I especially like Round Island.

Vivien ThawI started kayaking because the family had

recreational property on a small river in On-tario, Canada and it seemed like a no brainer to have kayaks. I am strictly a fair-weath-er kayaker, none of this white-water stuff. When Andy retired and we moved into an RV park on Hutchinson Island was when I real-ly got into it on a regular basis as I loved to go out on the Indian River around the Jensen Beach causeway. There always seemed to be some dolphins to watch or manatees but the most memorable experience I think was being in the canal at Windmill Village and having a Manatee swim directly under me. I really must get back into it more often.

Carla PerrottI started kayaking about 10 years ago.

After dropping hints to my family for three years for every Xmas and birthday that I re-ally wanted a kayak - and being disappointed after my birthday (when I received diamond earrings!) I finally went out and bought one myself. Kayaking can bring you to places you can’t get to except with a small boat. Being on the water is so peaceful and great exercise. Because of the tides, every day is different. I have seen manatee, dolphins, so many kinds of birds, unusual jellyfish, jump-ing fish, turtles, a shark an alligator a bob-cat and even a pair of swimming raccoons! Here in Ft Pierce, I belong to Lisa’s Kayaks Adventure Club - for one annual fee you can use her kayaks anytime, as often as you want but the club members also have meetups 2-3 times a week so you always have someone to kayak with. We love going through the unique mangrove trails that we have here. Anyone can do it!

President UpdateChristmas is just around the corner

Our Ocean Village trees already have lights all aglow. The down-town Fort Pierce palm trees and Christmas music are welcoming us to the season. Yes, hard to believe

it is December. If you are here at Ocean Village, enjoy your Christmas with Santa’s sleigh landing on our white sandy beach. Not sure how he will get down the chimney, though. If you are still up north, enjoy it with family and friends. Let’s also remem-ber that it is more than a time of presents and parties.

Board HappeningsNot a lot of exciting happenings at our November

Board Meeting. The majority of the items approved dealt with the expenditure of monies to repair a vari-ety of items and trim some vegetation at the restau-rant; those things need to be done to keep our Village running effectively. We did approve the appointment of Charyl Dayton to the Tennis Committee, replac-ing Diana Burban who stepped down last month. We also approved a Candidate’s Nite to be held some-time in late January to give all owners the opportu-nity to hear from and ask questions of all candidates who wish to be elected to the Board of Directors.

Annual Meeting & ElectionsSpeaking of Candidate’s Nite, our Annual Meeting

and Elections are just around the corner. The nom-ination packet will be sent to all owners shortly. If you are interested, fill out and submit the form and other requested information and submit it to the of-fice. You, then, can begin your campaign to be elect-ed to the best POA Board in the land. Okay, can we, at least say Florida?

Sign up for Electronic Voting and Electronic Notice

Just a reminder that all of us with computer access and email addresses should sign up for this. You get your notices immediately wherever you are. This will reduce returns like the stack of Rules Update mailing envelopes I saw in the office the other day, got returned as the owners had not forwarded their

mail. It also saves us the mailing costs which we all pay for in our quarterly fees. As I mentioned, a large mailing can cost us thousands of dollars. To sign up, just click the following link which will take you to a pdf version of the form on our website: https://www.oceanvillage.com/Files/Library/ELECTRON-ICVOTINGCONSENTFORM.PDF

COVID-19 ReminderSad to say, it is not over yet. It looks like we may

be extremely close to having several vaccines readi-ly available. We are learning more about this by the day. In the meantime let’s all play it safe. This means, most importantly, social distancing and masks. The hard part is not hugging our friends as they return from the cold north country. Yes, we are a huggy group so it is difficult. Like it or not, the more we go from social circle to social circle, particularly new ones, the more our risk. Let’s be safe, let’s stay safe and we can all come out of this unscathed.

To all of our Winter arrivals -Welcome backAs I walk around the Village, I see the storm shut-

ters beginning to open. The lights are coming on. It is so good to see many of you who left in the spring. Glad to have you back. Keith Cracknell, one of our longtime Board members, has arrived from Canada. Hopefully that means many of our Canadian friends will be able to join us here in the sun.

Adopt A HighwayMyrna Nickel is coordinating our Adopt-A-High-

way program. We gave it the go ahead a couple of months ago. We are approved and in operation. Myrna is looking for some OV folks who will help her in keeping our area of South Ocean Drive free from the junk that people can’t seem to take home and put in the trash. Please volunteer and pitch in to help.

Back to ChristmasIt is the season of joy, of giving, and celebrating

the birth of Jesus, the central figure in our Christian religion. His birth in an obscure part of Israel over 2,000 years ago has totally changed our world. I leave you with something I saw many years ago:

One Solitary LifeHe was born in an obscure village

The child of a peasant womanHe grew up in another obscure villageWhere he worked in a carpenter shop

Until he was thirty when public opinion turned against him

He never wrote a bookHe never held an office

He never went to collegeHe never visited a big city

He never travelled more than two hundred milesFrom the place where he was born

He did none of the thingsUsually associated with greatnessHe had no credentials but himself

He was only thirty three

His friends ran awayOne of them denied him

He was turned over to his enemiesAnd went through the mockery of a trial

He was nailed to a cross between two thievesWhile dying, his executioners gambled for his

clothingThe only property he had on earth

When he was deadHe was laid in a borrowed grave

Through the pity of a friend

Nineteen centuries have come and goneAnd today Jesus is the central figure of the human

raceAnd the leader of mankind’s progressAll the armies that have ever marched

All the navies that have ever sailedAll the parliaments that have ever sat

All the kings that ever reigned put togetherHave not affected the life of mankind on earth

As powerfully as that one solitary life

Dr James Allan Francis © 1926.

Jim Seymour

GARDEN SPOT from page 11pedia of Water Garden Plants states, “There’s some-thing cheerful about a plant that remains green...and whose serrated leaves look like smiles connected at the corners.” This must be what a visitor to the garden thought, for she told me she had taken some home with her and was disappointed it didn’t thrive.

The visitor was quite lucky, for the dollar weed is one of the most vicious, noxious weeds in lawns and gardens. It spreads rapidly along a horizontal axis just above the surface. Looks are deceiving, though, because 90% of the weed is below the surface. As the prefix “hydro” suggests, too much water or moisture encourages growth. The number one suggestion for removing the dollar weed is eliminating the mois-ture. In South Florida this is practically impossible. We try to abstain from herbicides in the garden, and research shows even they aren’t effective against the dollar weed. Since complete eradication has been deemed impossible, the only achievable goal is to keep the dollar weed at a tolerable level. This is ac-complished by the tedious task of pulling it out by hand. While the tubers travel across the top, every three or four inches a cluster of roots take hold. It

is best to use a forked tool and lift gently, following from root cluster to root cluster.

On the bright side, a North Carolina lady reported to the Clemson University Extension Center that her dog ate the roots like spaghetti, which they resem-ble. Turns out, they are edible as long as the water is not polluted. Now we must give thought to com-bining pulling weeds and raising funds by selling Dollar Spaghetti: A green idea.

A correction from last month’s Garden Spot. Toni Cracknell is not confined to Canada after all. She is in residence and is accepting applications for memo-rial bricks for the garden walk. Forms are available in the box along the walk, and she can be reached at 772-467-9266. A further note is that donation checks for bricks or for the upkeep of the garden are now to be made out to Beachtree I Cluster, Inc. Toni col-lects for the bricks; I collect for the garden and am available at 772-607-1918. That is also the number for those who might like to volunteer in the garden or contact me at [email protected].


Bill and Marilyn Senn57th Anniversary

POA UPDATE

REGULAR MONTHLY WORKSHOPOV BOARD OF DIRECTORSNOVEMBER 10, 2020

President Jim Seymour called the Work-shop to order at 1:01 PM in the OV Center. Everyone was present or via Zoom.

President’s CommentsJim Seymour reminded everyone that our

Annual Meeting and Board Elections will be held on February 2, 2021. Three directors will be elected at that time. Jim further not-ed that it costs a lot of money to mail the ballots for the election, and we could avoid some of those costs if Owners completed the form agreeing to vote by email. While the POA may have a given Owner’s email, that is not sufficient; rather the form (available on the website and in the Administration office) must be completed.

General Manager’s ReportGM Norm Spector thanked Anna King,

Barbara Boyle, Ginny Handy, Rita Slowey, Joan Covella, Judy McDowell, Nancy Dustin, Lillian Aguiar, Miriam DeWaal, Joan Marti-nelli Barbara Dunnivant, Jan Heckenhauer, and Elaine Petropoulos for their help on the budget mailout that went out last week. He reported the following:

• Shenandoah is still due out on the prop-erty, but they have been delayed by the rain. They likely will be here by the end of the month;

• The shade sails for the two bocce courts near the Beach Club Pool have been re-in-stalled, including the one we had to order the bolts for;

• Tri Brothers completed all the palm trim-ming on the POA Property as of Friday, Oc-tober 30, including the two areas of seagrapes that required a lift to trim; they grew higher than normal as they had not been trimmed in over a year (the two areas are at the north end of the restaurant and the practice driving range);

• The street light panel that controls the streetlights on South Star Drive has been replaced as it was rusting apart; the POA is responsible for this panel. This work re-quired a permit and was completed by Dan Pine Electric;

• The foundry grate located in the north swale along A1A has still not been replaced as it is still under water from all the rain we had in October and, hopefully, will be re-placed once things dry out;

• When the heater was turned on to the

Beach Club Pool on November 1, we found out the well pump had burned up and no lon-ger worked. It was looked at by Symbiont Service and found to be shorted out. The re-placement was ordered immediately and was installed Friday, November 6;

• Please find in your meeting packet the bids requested to lengthen the east and south sides of the beach club deck in order to al-low more pool furniture to be used while in this COVID-19 crisis which prevents us-age of our furniture without social distanc-ing. The bids are from Sealrite Pavers and BrightView Landscaping. They are marked East and South and the diagram in the packet should help figure out where the bids are in reference to said areas;

• I was also asked by Oneka industries to docusign the letter in the meeting packet authorizing Oneka to process the necessary environmental permits needed to keep the reverse osmosis project moving;

• As reported at the October Workshop on October 20, I spoke to the surveyor doing the work concerning the benchmark instal-lations of our lakes and drains and he still plans to have the work completed by the end of November;

• A-Plus Patio Furniture plans to start the re-strapping as soon as possible and once the Board agrees on a color. I tentatively have them scheduled to pick up the first batch of chaises on Wednesday, November 11, and it will be the stacks at the Beach Club pool and possibly some from the Bermuda pool. Keep in mind the contractor said white lasts the longest and will eventually fade to a yel-low color rather than the mess that seems to be growing on the dark colored vinyl straps;

• Joe Foglia Construction will do the deck sealing at the restaurant also approved at the October Board Meeting starting the week of November 9, 2020, weather permitting;

• The bill from Cherokee A/C and Heat in the meeting packet is for the damage caused to the three blower motors October 27 when the system received power surges and took out three blower motors and the compres-sor. The compressor was still under warran-ty and was replaced at no charge other than the labor to remove and re-install. Cherokee is looking into surge protection for 3-phase motors and will let me know ASAP what we are looking at, both cost and installation wise.

• Finally, Dan Pine is working with the City and an engineer regarding the lighting situation to be considered at the Aruba Pool as discussed at the October Board meeting.

Real Estate UpdateSteven Schlitt from Coldwell provided the

real estate report, which is attached to these notes. He also reported that Coldwell has had a number of cancellations and anticipates they will be down by about 20% in rentals, and the POA will likely get about 10% less from Coldwell this year versus last year.

Recreation UpdateMarissa Tykac reported the following:

Season is fast approaching, and you know what that mean - more programs! We have NEW programs starting this month, too, led by our talented Recreation Team. These new classes are:

• A weekly water aerobics class with a live instructor! This program, entitled “Musical Mondays”, will be held at the Main Pool every Monday at 9 and 10 AM. We will be featuring different music each month from Broadway and musicals, such as Hamilton, Grease, and so much more! We will still be having the tapes play out at the Main Pool from Tuesday-Friday at 9 and 10 AM.

• Learn how to crochet! Beginning No-vember 5, we have a crafting group meet-ing in Aruba West every Thursday at 11 AM. Bring your crochet hooks, yarn and scissors as we “Get Creative with Crochet!”

• A brand new Trivia program that will take place in the OVC every Wednesday, starting November 11, at 3 PM! Bring your phone as this will be done through a trivia app called “Kahoot!” Don’t have a phone? Not to wor-ry, we will be teaming up! Drop in for a fun, fast-paced brain game!

We are still continuing to offer our Sit ‘N Fit, Advanced Sit ‘N Fit, Dance Aerobics, Stretch, Breathe & Relax, and Worship Wednesdays. Please note that registration is required for all our high-demand classes (Sit ‘N Fit, Advanced Sit ‘N Fit, and Dance Aerobics). These go out on the last day of the month, so make sure you sign up on No-vember 30.

Don’t forget to keep up with our Facebook page for other announcements and programs, as well as the Ocean Village website! Also, make sure you pick up a schedule of all the programs happening here in Ocean Village from me or any of our Recreation bulletin boards.

Resident-Led Programs - As I said, season is approaching and our residents are bring-ing back many of their programs! We have Yoga with Molly, Water Aerobics, Knitting & Crafts, OV Book Club, Mahjong, Oil Painting, Creative Crafting, and Move with the Music. So, whether you’re looking for a fitness class or an art class, there are a vari-ety of things to do here in Ocean Village!

Lecture Series - The St. Lucie County Turn to page 16

Fire Department gave us a virtual lecture on: “Serving Up Safety in the Kitchen” on November 4. We were thrilled to have them again and this lecture was very information-al. We have the pleasure of hosting the Fort Pierce Police Department THIS Friday, No-vember 13, in our OVC at 11 AM. They will have multiple officers from the Crime Pre-vention Unit here to speak on Senior and Per-sonal Safety. They will also have a member of their Crime Suppression Unit speaking on the issue of Human Trafficking. Please see me or call our office for more details and to sign up, as space is limited.

Winter Sports Leagues - The Winter Shuf-fleboard League is happening this season. The sign-ups for the league will be starting November 1-December 27. The league runs from January 4-March 4 and it’s $25 to sign up. Sign-ups for the Winter Bocce League will be out on November 30 and will end Jan-uary 2. The league is from January 11-March 11. It is $25 to sign up for the season.

Special Events and UpdatesCOVID-19 Update: We continue to con-

stantly sanitize at the pools, the fitness cen-ter, and equipment in an effort to keep Ocean Village as safe and clean as possible. We also would like to remind everyone to stay home if you start to feel any symptoms of illness.

Our website’s new reservation system is live and easier to use than ever! If you have any questions, our staff would love to help you navigate it. Simply email or call us and come down to our office.

AWOL’s sale is coming up THIS FRIDAY! Join us on Friday, November 13 from 11 AM-2 PM out at the Beachclub main pool. Come support them in their efforts to raise money towards an IRSC scholarship for one lucky student!

We will be hosting the One Blood Bus in our Recreation parking lot once again on December 3 from 9 AM-2 PM. Mark it on your calendars. Spread some holiday cheer by donating blood and saving lives.

Office Open - Our office is still open from 8 AM-6 PM Monday-Sunday for appoint-ment only. If you would like to sign up for programs, rent wristbands, or purchase mer-chandise, just give us a call at 772-429-7415 or email us at [email protected].

Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving from all of our Recreation staff!

Also, as Mike Tormey put it, his real Trivia will be held Tuesday, December 15 at 7 PM. in the OVC. There will be prizes!!

Security UpdateCaptain Aguila reported that for the Octo-

ber 15-31 time period, his Officers handled

the following incidents: 1 missing bike; 6 other (including refusal to wear masks, ver-bal abuse from resident); 9 police, fire, am-bulance. The police told the Captain that three individuals were stealing cars in Mel-bourne and a car was found on Coconut Dr. He also reported that to date in November, his officers handled the following incidents: 1 domestic; 1 missing bike; 8 other (includ-ing 2 contractors on Sunday, complaint of speeding, water leaks); 1 parking violation; 2 police, fire, ambulance; 1 circumventing rules.

He asked that everyone wear your wrist-band within the community. Also, when it floods, please do not tell your guests to come in through the back gate as the gate is for residents.

Committee Reports Communications Committee – Pat SavinoBetsy Murray reported that the committee

invited representatives from the clusters to a meeting that was held today. The matters discussed included the committee’s strategic plan; a refresher on accessing the OV web-site by cluster administrators; suggestions regarding the Seaword; and an overview of the committee’s project to document OV history.

Beach and Dune CommitteeCarolyn Fortuna said her committee asked

her to report on the committee’s Advocacy Project. This project, which is important for Ocean Village, asks all of our residents to send a letter (attached) to the City of Ft. Pierce, St. Lucie County, and the State of Florida (including the Florida EPA) ask-ing that Fort Pierce’s beaches constantly be replenished, and that mechanisms that will hold the sand in place be implemented. Please write to all of the contacts on the back of the letter. You may email Carolyn to get a copy of the letter so you don’t have to retype it and it will be put on the OV website. The letters may be sent by snail mail or email.

Eileen Emery pointed out that support from legislators outside of Florida will also be necessary to obtain federal money, so ask your children, grandchildren and other rel-atives who visit here to also write letters to their representatives and senators.

ABR – Kirk MurrayKelly Warden reported that there is a lot on

the calendar for this month including a roof replacement (Southpointe house), painting, and shutters.

Finance Committee – Joan Smith

Joan Smith reported that maintenance fees are coming is as scheduled. There is a Fi-nance Committee meeting next week. There is an opening on the Finance Committee; with hope, the new member will have expe-rience in finance or business.

Long-Range Planning CommitteeJan Dye resigned as Chair. Jim Dobbin said

they are working on finding a new Chair.

Website Committee – Brian DennehyBrian Dennehy reported that, after an ini-

tial few glitches, the reservation system (bocce, shuffleboard, tennis, pickleball, golf) is working well.

Building Committee – Mike SickeniusNo report.

Active ProjectsA. Foundry Grate Replacement North

Swale A1A - Waiting for the water to recede.B. Re-strapping Pool Chairs and Lounges

- Waiting to select strap colors.C. Well Pump Replacement Geo-Thermal

System - Working fine.D. Security Software - Add expected re-

sponse time to the contract.

Items for Possible Board Action A. 2021 Budget - Joan Smith said the bud-

get will be discussed at the next Board meet-ing. There are raises of $10 per month in the budget. A person was added in Administra-tion to take on the website. Security went up about $65,000 because we had to find a new security company – and they provide benefits. Also, they are more secure than the former company. Insurance costs have gone up. The proposed budget is about $195.000 over last year, or $120 increase in fees for the year.

B. Trimming of Seagrapes at North End of Restaurant and Practice Tee

Completed.

Discussion ItemsA. Additional Decking East Side of Beach

Club Pool - Eileen Emery noted that she raised this matter and Norm Spector got esti-mates. However, she feels the project would be too expensive to pursue. The Board mem-bers agreed. This will not move to the Board meeting.

B. Repairs to A/C Motors Aruba - These re-pairs had to be made and were. Norm Spec-tor is looking for surge protectors. Move to the Board meeting.

C. Plumbing Repairs Restaurant - When the leak was fixed, Norm noticed that there

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are other pipes that looked rusty and asked for a proposal. Move to the Board meeting.

Other Issues from Board Members Keith Cracknell, participating via Zoon,

noted that while he has no difficulty hear-ing the Board, he does have difficulty hear-ing those who are speaking from their seats. He also suggested a sign-in for those using Zoom.

Other Issues from Owners An Owner asked about getting lighting for

night swimming at one of the pools. Norm Spector said that a plumber is working with the City to see what is required.

Susan Scarola sent an email volunteering to do a Meet the Candidates Forum in Jan-uary. She explained that last year’s was not Board sponsored, but she feels it should be going forward. The Board members felt this was a good idea. This matter will be placed on the agenda for a formal vote.

The meeting was adjourned at 3:07 PM.

Betsy Murray, SecretaryOV Property Owners Association

REGULAR MONTHLY MEETINGOV BOARD OF DIRECTORSNOVEMBER 19, 2020

President Jim Seymour called the meet-ing to order at 1:01 PM in the Ocean Village Clubhouse. Everyone was present or via Zoom.

President’s Comments Jim Seymour welcomed Keith Cracknell

back to OV. Jim S. also reminded Owners that we are trying to get as many Owners/Members as possible to choose electronic voting/notices. The form to do so is on the OV website. The date/time for the election for the Board and Annual Meeting is Febru-ary 9, 2021, at 10 AM. in The Inn. Jim S. asked Eileen Emery to comment on the issue of social distancing and masks.

Eileen said that since March,, those of us who have been here have been maintain-ing social distancing, wearing masks, and washing our hands. Dr. Fauci gave this ad-vice: Wear your face mask, get tested if you think you have coronavirus, avoid crowds (and bars and house parties), practice social distancing, only run essential errands, wash your hands regularly, disinfect frequent-ly-touched surfaces, stay outdoors more than

indoors, and we’ll get through this. Eileen further commented that we’re fortunate we can stay outdoors.

Jim S. reminded everyone that while the Board approved re-strapping the pool chairs and lounges, please use a towel on the chairs and lounges so they will not get stained again.

Jim S. said that Brian Dennehy told him that OV received an award for our website. Brian explained that Members First (our web company) and OV were awarded an Out-standing Achievement Award from the Inter-active Media Council.

Finance Committee/Treasurer’s ReportThe Finance Committee met November 17,

2020 in the Aruba Center at 3 PM to ensure social distancing. Present were Joan Smith, Marty Tormey, Jim Harding and Susan Sca-rola. Michael Lattof was absent. Rich Albos-ta was on the phone. We had a quorum. Also present were Jim Seymour, POA president, Norman Spector, manager, Cathy Owen, bookkeeper, Kelly Warden, assistant manag-er and six homeowners in the audience.

It was moved and seconded to waive the reading of the minutes of the October meet-ing. Motion passed unanimously. The Re-serves are at $1.72 MM all fully insured. The interest rates offered at this time are so low that the reserve monies collected over the past several months has remained as cash until interest and T-Bill rates increase and re-main stable. To date we have spent $278,264 from the reserve account while collecting $381,667 in fees and $16,803 in interest. We continue to use our ICS (sweep) accounts for funds in excess of the $250 K FDIC insur-able cap. We had a monthly negative vari-ance to budget of $14,700 and a favorable YTD variance of 1.9% of $56,525.

The balance sheet shows accounts receiv-able to include legal fees of $16,225.94, and $105,972.55 in maintenance fees from own-ers. The net receivable is $99,614.23. The foreclosure rate is 0.08%. We continue to have one home (CAT II) in foreclosure and one current collection in Golf Villas. There were six properties sold in October and 90 YTD, averaging 9.0 sales per month. Units sold by cluster are Capstan, CAT I, and OV III each selling one, and BT I, Golf Villas sold three units in the month of October. We have sold eight units to date in November. The Finance Committee requested informa-tion on how many units are sold by outside agencies, and the total sales per month by all brokers and private sales.

The scheduled meeting with the FSR insur-ance group was cancelled and postponed un-

til December 7 as FSR provided no numbers which the committee could compare costs or coverage.

The committee also discussed the upcom-ing architectural contract for the proposed clubhouse noting that the contract exceeded the amount remaining in the 2019 assess-ment by $5,000. The committee stressed the importance of keeping within the parameters set by the Board, especially when negotiat-ing additional contracts and/or land surveys. It is imperative that the Building Committee communicate further need of monies to en-sure the Board has all the necessary informa-tion as to cost to make an informed decision.

Marty Tormey and Rich Albosta, our liai-sons to the LRPC and Building Committee, gave brief reports. There was a discussion of the accounting clauses in the FSR proposed contract which will be reported to the Board for closer examination of the terminology.

A meeting with Jim Harding and Rich Al-bosta will be scheduled in January to fur-ther discuss the reverse Osmosis Project. It is suggested that the TEM Security upgrade be paid from the Capital Account rather than Reserve funds if all Cap EX monies are not expended in 2020.

The Finance Committee is seeking addi-tional members to the committee and own-ers are asked, if interested, to submit a brief resume to Joan Smith, Jim Seymour, or the Administration Office. We encourage own-ers who have small business backgrounds, financial or institutional based expertise to consider service to the finance committee. We had one homeowner volunteer service and will submit a resume.

With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 4:10 PM. The next regular meeting will be December 15, 2020.

General Manager’s ReportNorm Spector reported the following:• Symbiont Corporation has installed the

well pump and had to make general repairs to the eight geo-thermal heaters we have heating the Beach Club pool. The repairs were authorized while they were here as they brought them to my attention while installing the new well pump;

• Tri Brothers has completed all trimming of the seagrapes as mentioned at the Novem-ber Workshop;

• The TEM contract was approved by our attorney with some suggestions which were made by him and given to Scott Roether who added to the contract the maximum time it would take TEM to answer a service call re-

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quest and included in the time, weather per-mitting, and said most of the time they get back with their clients within 24 hours, even though the contract reads 48 hours, weather permitting;

• The pool chairs and chaises have been picked up as of Wednesday, November 11 for re-strapping and the color will be white with two aqua colored accent straps on each end of each chair or chaise to break up the monotony of solid white down the entire chair or chaise. About half were picked up, will be re-strapped, returned, and then the other half will be taken to be re-strapped. The colors together are beautiful and are the two least likely to have the straps repeat hav-ing what was on them previously. This was recommended (two accent straps to break up the monotony of all white) by the contractor;

• I spoke to the surveyor doing the work concerning the benchmark installations of our lakes and drains. He plans to have the work completed by the end of November and has six working days left to finish the project;

• Even though the Aruba spa heat exchange is completed, I put it under motions as it was just completed earlier this week;

• The November Site Report compiled by our golf course consultant, Dave Oliver, is in your meeting packet;

• I am still waiting to hear from Shenando-ah on their rescheduling date. I will let you know when I hear back from them;

• I have been told there have been inquiries into the Club Med Van out here earlier this week. I received a call from Dave Patter-son, who most of you know, and who does work for the POA during the season setting up tournaments, putting tournaments, as well as anything else Beth needs for these events, always at no charge. Dave also hap-pens to run the Youth Golf Program at Club Med and asked me if he could bring 6-8 of his 15-18 year old students to play nine holes here at Ocean Village. Dave has also worked on the course and in the Golf Shop for Beth. I immediately asked about COVID-19 pre-cautions and his students are tested month-ly and reside at Club Med. Every time they leave Club Med they are required to have their temperatures taken before and upon their return from anywhere they go, as well as required to wear masks unless playing golf. I asked Sean, our superintendent of the golf course, if the course was in good shape for play and he said yes and he had no prob-

lem either with these kids who are planning on making golf their profession, come out. I gave Dave permission which is the second time I have granted permission for outside play since I have been here, the other being Dave Oliver, our golf course consultant. The kids came out, played, and really enjoyed playing such a fine par three course located along the ocean and thanked both Sean and me profusely for the opportunity;

• Finally, once again, I am sorry to report Marissa is leaving us, as we had major plans for her, but I understand she has received a better offer and we wish her nothing but success in her new job. I want to person-ally thank her for stepping in when Taylor left and doing such a great job for us. We are already looking for another recreation em-ployee.

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ACTIONS BY THE BOARDA. Ratified the employment of Symbiont

Service Corporation to replace the 3hp well pump at the geo thermal system at a cost of $2,777.77, said expenditure to be paid for from the pooled reserve account;

B. Ratified the employment of Tri Broth-ers Tree Service to trim the large seagrapes located north of the restaurant stairs near the Inn Zone and the seagrapes around the prac-tice tee at a cost of $1,900.00, said expendi-ture to be paid from the operating account under grounds maintenance;

C. Ratified the employment of Cherokee A/C and Heat Solutions to replace the three blower motors that burned out and caused by power surges in the Aruba Center at a cost of $2,120.00, said expenditure to be paid from the pooled reserve account;

D. Ratified the employment of Symbiont Service Corporation to make repairs to the geo thermal system found and needed during the annual maintenance of the eight heaters to the main pool system at a total cost (two invoices) of $1,657.22, said expenditure to be paid for from the pooled reserve account;

E. Ratified the employment of Cherokee A/C and Heat Solutions to replace the new make-up air for the hood exhaust system of the Tiki Bar, at a cost of $3,900, said expen-diture to be paid from the pooled reserve ac-count.

A. Moved to accept the proposal submitted by Brian Felter Pool Service and Repair, Inc. to replace the heat exchange unit at the Aru-ba Spa, at a cost of $3,350, said expenditure to be paid from the pooled reserve account;

B. Moved to approve the 2021 proposed budget approved by the Finance Committee at their meeting held at 2 PM October 27, 2020. Jim Dobbin asked why there was a big jump in Administration costs/salary. Joan Smith noted that we added an additional ad-ministrative assistant. It’s anticipated the salary will be $50,000 to $60,000 with the burden (taxes, etc.). It was noted that the Board as a whole had not formally approved the extra administrative assistant. There was further discussion regarding recreation costs. The 2021 budget will not be finally adopted until the Board Meeting on December 17, 2020. The motion was carried unanimously;

C. Moved to approve “Candidates Night” - date to be determined in the near future for the 2021 POA elections;

D. Moved to accept the resignation of Di-ana Burban from the Tennis Committee and accept the appointment of Charyl Dayton to that committee.

There was a discussion about whether to charge outside guests (those not staying at OV – for example, guests who are members of a local tennis club like Island Dunes) a fee (maybe $5) to play on the clay courts. This will be further discussed at the Rules meet-ing on December 8, 2020.

Kelly Warden said the Architectural Board of Review received a request from Catama-ran I to plant copper leaf shrubs and climb-ing ivy at the base of the northwest wall of the Cayman pool (on the CAT I side of the wall). Concern was expressed about the ivy. This matter will be discussed at the next Board Workshop.

The date and time of the next regular Workshop is December 8, 2020, at 1 PM in the OVC and the next Board of Directors Meeting is December 17, 2020, also in the OVC at 1 PM.

The meeting was adjourned at 2:04 PM.

Betsy Murray, SecretaryOV Property Owners Association

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Sunday, Dec. 6• Mahjong 1 PM Aruba East• Bid Euchre 6 PM OVC Monday, Dec. 7• Water Aerobics 9 AM Main pool • Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC• Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool • OV Book Club 1 PM Bermuda Tuesday, Dec. 8• Yoga with Molly 8:30 AM Cayman• Water Aerobics 9 AM Main Pool • Advanced Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC• Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool • OV Bingo 1 PM OVC • Knitting and Crafts 1 PM Aruba East• Poker Night 7 PM Aruba East Wednesday, Dec. 9• Water Aerobics 9 AM Main Pool • Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC• Creative Crafting 9 AM Cayman Clubhouse• Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool• Mahjong 1 PM Card Room• Kahoot! Trivia 3 PM OVC• AWOL Game Night 6 PM Aruba East Thursday, Dec. 10• Water Aerobics 9 AM Main Pool • Advanced Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC• Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool • Move with the Music 10 AM Cayman Clubhouse • Get Creative with Crochet 11 AM Aruba West• Mahjong 1 PM Aruba East & Card Room • Poker Night 7 PM Aruba East Friday, Dec. 11• Water Aerobics 9 AM Main Pool • Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC• Oil Painting 9 AM Cayman Clubhouse• Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool • Dance Aerobics 11 AM OVC• Open Table Games 1 PM Cayman Clubhouse Saturday, Dec. 12• Open Table Games 1 PM OVC • Open Ping Pong 6 PM OVC

Sunday, Dec. 13• Mahjong 1 PM Aruba EasMonday, Dec. 14•Water Aerobics 9 AM Main pool • Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC• Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool Tuesday, Dec. 15• Yoga with Molly 8:30 AM Cayman• Water Aerobics 9 AM Main Pool • Advanced Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC • Water Aerobics 10A M Main Pool • Self Care Creations 11 AM Cayman • OV Bingo 1 PM OVC • Knitting and Crafts 1 PM Aruba East • Poker Night 7 PM Aruba East • Trivia 7 PM OVC Wednesday, Dec. 16• Water Aerobics 9 AM Main Pool • Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC • Creative Crafting 9 AM Cayman Clubhouse • Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool • Christmas Care Creations 11 AM Cayman• Mahjong 1 PM Card Room • Kahoot! Trivia 3 PM OVC• AWOL Game Night 6 PM Aruba EastThursday, Dec. 17• Water Aerobics 9 AM Main Pool • Advanced Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC• Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool • Move with the Music 10 AM Cayman Clubhouse• Holday Putting Tournament 10 AM OVC • Get Creative with Crochet 11 AM Aruba West • Mahjong 1 PM Aruba East & Card Room • Poker Night 7 PM Aruba East Friday, Dec. 18• Water Aerobics 9 AM Main Pool • Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC • Oil Painting 9 AM Cayman Clubhouse • Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool • Dance Aerobics 11 AM OVC• Open Table Games 1 PM Cayman ClubhouseSaturday, Dec. 19• Open Table Games 1 PM OVC • Open Ping Pong 6 PM OVC Sunday, Dec. 20• Mahjong 1 PM Aruba EastMonday, Dec. 21• Musical Mondays: Water Aerobics 9 AM Main pool • Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC• Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool • Dance Aerobics 11 AM OVC

Ocean Village Recreation CalendarTuesday, Dec. 22• Yoga with Molly 8:30 AM Cayman• Water Aerobics 9 AM Main Pool • Advanced Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC • Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool • OV Bingo 1 PM OVC• Knitting and Crafts 1 PM Aruba East • Poker Night 7 PM Aruba East Wednesday, Dec. 23• Water Aerobics 9 AM Main Pool • Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC• Creative Crafting 9 AM Cayman Clubhouse • Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool • Mahjong 1 PM Card Room • Kahoot! Trivia 3 PM OVC • AWOL Game Night 6 PM Aruba EastThursday, Dec. 24• Water Aerobics 9 AM Main Pool • Advanced Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC• Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool • Move with the Music 10 AM Cayman Clubhouse• Get Creative with Crochet 11 AM Aruba West • Mahjong 1 PM Aruba East & Card Room • Poker Night 7 PM Aruba East Friday, Dec. 25• Water Aerobics 9 AM Main Pool • Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC• Oil Painting 9 AM Cayman Clubhouse • Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool • Dance Aerobics 11AM OVC • Open Table Games 1 PM Cayman Clubhouse Saturday, Dec. 26• Open Table Games 1 PM OVC • Open Ping Pong 6 PM OVCSunday, Dec. 27• Winter Shuffleboard League Sign-Up Deadline • Mahjong 1 PM Aruba EastMonday, Dec. 28• Water Aerobics 9 AM Main pool• Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC • Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool Tuesday, Dec. 29• Yoga with Molly 8:30 AM Cayman• Water Aerobics 9 AM Main Pool • Advanced Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC • Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool • OV Bingo 1 PM OVC• Knitting and Crafts 1 PM Aruba East • Poker Night 7 PM Aruba East Wednesday, Dec. 30• Water Aerobics 9 AM Main Pool • Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC • Creative Crafting 9 AM Cayman Clubhouse• Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool • Mahjong 1 PM Card Room • Kahoot! Trivia 3 PM OVC • AWOL Game Night 6 PM Aruba EastThursday, Dec. 31• Water Aerobics 9 AM Main Pool • Advanced Sit-N-Fit 9 AM OVC • Water Aerobics 10 AM Main Pool • Move with the Music 10 AM Cayman Clubhouse • Get Creative with Crochet 11 AM Aruba West • Mahjong 1 PM Aruba East & Card Room • Poker Night 7 PM Aruba East

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Starting February 14, 7 AM-6 PMGolf Tee Times: Beginning 7:30 AM – 1 hour before sunset Tennis Round Robin - Daily (courts 3-6) 8:30-10:30 AMTennis Line: 772-467-0113Golf Line: 772-467-0102

Been burning the midnight oil preparing for the season

The calendar turns to the final chapter of this crazy year. I hope everyone had a relaxing Thanksgiving. All of us are looking forward to a much brighter 2021.

This is the time of year where many of you are re-turning and many are staying at Ocean Village for the first time. Our goal is to provide the best experi-ence possible while you are here. If you are a golfer, a tennis player or both, there will not be a shortage of activities for you. Please read the remainder of this article; hopefully, it will answer some questions and help you navigate what you need to do if you wish to participate in Ocean Village Golf and or Tennis activ-ities this winter. Tennis is already in full gear. Last months’ Annual Thanksgiving Tennis Round Rob-in, the first special event on the tennis calendar, was enjoyed by all those participating. December is going to be a great month! Don’t forget tennis’ Toys for Tots Round Robin, Saturday, December 12. Please drop off an unwrapped toy to the Golf and Tennis Shop.

You may sign up for the upcoming 2021 golf (Men’s and Ladies social leagues as well as the Annual Hol-iday Putting Tournament and the Welcome Back Golf Scramble (see details on page 9).

The Golf and Tennis Shop will be closed for busi-

ness on Christmas Day. The golf course and courts, however, will be open for play, weather permitting. Please be considerate and adhere to the local rules and regulations. If there is anything I can do for you, or you have any questions, suggestions or comments, feel free to contact me.

On behalf of Ocean Village Golf and Tennis, I’d like to first thank you for your support and wish you and yours a joyous Holiday Season and a New Year filled with Health and Happiness. See you on the course and the courts.

Beth E. CecilGolf & Tennis Shop Manager

We are both delighted and a bit sad to announce the retirement of Margy Tarant. A nearly 30 year era of dedicated service (the second longest tenure at OV) will be coming to an end. After retiring from the post office as a carrier just outside of Annapolis, Mary-land, and moving to Ft. Pierce, she began her second act here at Ocean Village, first working in the tennis pro shop selling merchandise and taking reservations. When tennis and golf consolidated in 2012, Margy moved to the Golf and Tennis Shop where her knowl-edge, experience, and customer service skills were invaluable. She will be greatly missed and impossi-ble to replace. Thanks, Margy for all you have done for OV, so many great memories. It has been a joy to work with you, but even more important to call you friend. Good luck and enjoy retirement!

End of an Era

Thanks Margy (left, Holly Paul and Beth) for your smile, style and stellar service for 3 decades.

All factors considered, the golf course condition is very good. Copious rainfall, king tides, and other factors have worked to put the golf mainte-nance staff behind schedule in many facets of the operation.

However, continued evaluation of highest priority items (as priorities shift) has served to maintain over-all turf quality and keep the crew in position to con-tinue preparations for the winter golf season. Greens (despite severe and continued contamination) have had some stability in turf health. A little more mon-ey has been spent on greens products (fertilizers, biostimulants, etc.). The result has been favorable. Even as continued rainfall necessitated reduced fre-quency of cultural practices like core aerification, vertical mowing (verticutting), and topdressing this summer; the greens remained stable.

Other areas like tees and fairways are a little “thin” and showing a few more weeds than last year. Part of the reason is low fertility from lack of opportunity for application. The course has gone “underwater” on a fairly regular basis over the last few months. Tides also contribute to the soil remaining wet.

However, an application of fertilizer will be made to the entire golf course given the opportunity.

Overall, we are positioned to have a successful season from a turf quality standpoint. Continued at-tentiveness will be required to assure this. We will do our best to provide our owners with the very best product possible. Golfers, remember to please repair all pitch marks on the greens, throw away trash and don’t pull carts over greens and tee boxes.

Innovation during a pandemicGolf superintendents, like Sean, have had to get

creative in the age of COVID-19. Earlier this year and continuing throughout the off-season, we uti-lized the inverted golf cup with a pool noodle at-tached. One of the bright spots of the global pan-demic has been the advent of new products. One such innovation that has benefited the golf industry is a contactless ball retrieval gadget (like the one pictured here). We have purchased touch-less golf ball retrieval devices to be attached to the pins on the course as well as the putting green. You will be able to have a more “normal” golf experience on the greens. I suggest if you have only been playing at Ocean Village this offseason, take some time to get

that putting touch back before you play in the league or a tournament. You may find that your speed may be a bit off.

Please do not touch the pins or the device with your hands.

Submitted by Sean Gillen

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