Edgewater Landing The Pelican’s Pouch
Serving the Community of Edgewater Landing Vol. XXVll No. 2 Serving the Community of Edgewater Landing Vol. XXVll No. 7 & 8 July & August 2015
Article on page 3 Photos by Tom Sanders
EDGEWATER LANDING
MEMORIAL DAY 2015
MILITARY NAME READERS:
Judy MACE, ANN GREALIS, GEORGE
NEISWENTER, PENNY GRIFFITH
SOLOISTS: DAN DONNELLY
& PATTY MOODY
MILITARY FLAG BEARERS : Dan Hautala, AL KELLER, BOB FREY,
TERESA HOSMER, DALE BUZBY, PAUL RENAUD
PIPER: DON FAUL
EDGEWATER LANDING CHORUS
DAVE GUINN,LIN GRIFFITH,BOB KELLER,
STEPHEN MACE, MICHAEL HOSMER
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JUNE 4 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
Officer Reports President Paul Wright: Reminder, no BOD Meetings July or August; Clearwater--it will take some time for lakes to clear up after installation of new equipment; new Caution signs placed at strategic curves; please tell Vendors not to park on curves; warned about people calling claiming to be the IRS; Economic Development-Park Ave. will be widened from Mission to Industrial Park into 3 lanes. Vice President Carl Andreason: Had complaints about speeding;
children driving scooters; disappointed with the progress of the Tennis Courts. Corresponding Secretary Ann Grealis: Startled by bicycle rider w/no lights, speeding along the side of her back yard and she almost hit him with her golf cart. Recording Secretary Ginger Clark: Requested people on bikes, power wheel chairs, golf carts not drive on wrong side of the street. With Memorial Day Co-Chair, Bob Gudis thanked everyone that helped and attended Memorial Day services as well as kind words. Treasurer Annie McDevitt: Treasurer’s Report: Operating Acct.-$137,645.76; Capital Reserve-$401,307.26; HOA Fund in good shape. Meet a Board Member--Questions about washing cars in driveways (not allowed); installing garage type opener on back gate (no, too portable-can be lost); what happens to items when replaced, can items be purchased (most are trade-ins); why some residents don’t follow rules. Infractions: put in writing and send to T.J.W. Management. The BOD will be given those complaints. Any interest in: starting a band with Cuchetti Music, or in Square Dance Classes? Show of hands-negative on both. Request to eliminate background color on Pelican Pouch first page when emailed. Two maintenance items: grout at front door of CH and smell in Game Room. T.J.W. Management Ed Hunter: Third quarter bills coming; advise of a change of address; discussed online payment of dues; and violation reports. The year - end report is all good. Committee Reports Facilities: Reported on: bids for new windows/sliding doors-Information Booth; Tennis Courts; Spa VakPak; street lighting; replacing the HVAC in Club House; Brighthouse contract. Finance Committee: Starting Capital Reserve/2016 Budget review. ACC Committee: Fairly quiet. Has been questioned about ropes/chains across driveways. Civic Awareness: Report on Council Meeting. Education Committee: Requesting suggestions. Canceled May class -low response. Nominating Committee: Need candidates. Entertainment Committee: Fourth of July-Catered by Dustin’s BBQ, tickets $9.00. Bulletin Board: Nancy Mallory is retiring-Anne Brumagim is taking over. Natural Area: Trimming to start. Motions Approved: Increase the cost ceiling for lighting, Renton Electric, from $3,000 to $4,300. Update Legal Committee Policies & Procedures Update Purchasing Policies & Procedures Purchase new table saw for Woodworking shop - $530. Award bid to Francis Siding to replace doors/windows in Information Booth-$7,307. Award bid to Advanced Air for HVAC’s in Clubhouse-$18,715. Member Participation: Coast Guard Auxiliary class on boating safety; alarm went off in woodshop and no one knew what it was; fire back of Lang’s house set off by lightning. Thank You to Southard’s Recycle for seeing it wasn’t out next morn-ing and warning the Lang’s. Read the full minutes on the HOA Bulletin Board Ginger Clark Recording Secretary
NOTICE TO RESIDENTS: Starting July 7th the Clubhouse will have little or no Air Conditioning while the new units are being in-stalled. This may take from 3 to 7 days. Please adjust your activi-ties accordingly. During that time please exercise EXTREME CAUTION while in or around the clubhouse area. Thank you for your patience. HOA BOD
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Edgewater Landing holds 21st
Annual Memorial Day Ceremony
Standing room only marked the occasion of Edgewater Landing’s 21st
Annual Memorial Day Cere-mony honoring America’s fallen heroes. Approximately 50 residents assisted Co-Chairs, Bob Gudis and Ginger Clark, in making this year’s Ceremony one of the most memorable ever. Bob and Ginger could never thank everyone enough for all of their help. Whoever/whenever we called to ask, the an-swer was yes. What a wonderful community we live in. From set up to rehearsal to Ceremony to clean up, everyone pitched in and the resulting program reflected their hard work. “Cadence” signaled presentation of the Honor Guard: Rifles-Dave Guinn and Michael Hosmer as they escorted National Color Bearers: American Flag-Bob Keller, Florida Flag-Stephen Mace, MIA/POW Flag-Lin Griffith into the hall. National Colors were followed by Military Flag Bearers, each to the individual Military Song: Army-Dan Hautala, Marine-Al Keller (in full uniform), Navy-Bob Frey, Air Force-Teresa Hosmer, Coast Guard-Dale Buzby and Merchant Marine-Paul Renaud. Invocation, given by Ginger Clark, was followed by singing of the “National Anthem” A cappel-la by Dan Donnelly followed by the “Pledge of Allegiance”. Mary Anna Fanselow presented a very interesting and enlightening Patriotic Reading following the role women have played in Military Service since our Country’s inception. As we do each year, names of Veterans living at Edgewater Landing, or if deceased, have family members living here, are read and each Veteran or family members stand for the duration of reading of names from that branch of service. There were 234 names read this year—65 deceased and 189 still residing at Edgewater Landing. The names were read as follows: Army-Judy Mace, Navy-Penny Grif-fith, Air Force-George Neiswenter and Marines/Coast Guard/Merchant Marines-Ann Grealis. We thank all for their service to our Country. Patty Moody sang “The Lord’s Prayer” so beautifully and many a tear had to be wiped away. Edgewater Landing Chorus, accompanied by Mary Lou Keenan, directed by Merilyn DuPre sang three beautiful, well-known songs representing the wonderful Country we live in: “America the Beauti-ful,” “Battle Hymn of the Republic” and “You’re A Grand Old Flag.” How we love our Chorus! They always add such a special element to any celebration at the Landing. We were very honored in welcoming Miss Lillian Hill of Edgewater, recent recipient of the Congres-sional Gold Medal from President Obama, as the featured speaker. Attendees learned that Miss Hill joined the Civil Air Patrol at the young age of 13 as World War II broke out in 1941. Wanting to serve her country in some capacity, but too young to join the military, Ms. Hill served as a spotter, flying daily for the duration of the war along the shoreline of the Great Lakes. Attaining a teaching degree while raising her children and teaching special education at the high school level, she later served with the American Red Cross working such catastrophes as 9/11 in New York City and New Orleans follow-ing Katrina. We viewed with interest her numerous awards and articles on the Memorabilia Table. Her humor, as well as her vivid memories, resulted in a standing ovation. Bagpiper, Don Faull, piped out the Colors to “Amazing Grace” and following a moment of silence in honor of fallen Veterans, Dick Cuchetti played “Taps.” Upon Dismissal, refreshments were enjoyed and attendees spent time viewing the Memorabilia Tables and Picture Posters prepared over the years by Sharon Rehbaum and Ginger Clark. Again, our thanks to all who helped in any capacity and to those who sent or called with kind words about the Ceremony. Ginger Clark
Come to the Holiday Bazar No-
vember 7th, in the Main Room.
Tables available for $10.00. Appli-
cations are on the Clubs BB, Or see
Linda Walsh.
Proceeds go to our NSB Scholar-
ship Fund Drive. Sponsored by the
Quilting/Needle Group.
So Sorry—- Last month we didn’t
publish a picture of Dick
Nelson, a past President of
the HOA. Thanks to Nan-
cy, Dick’s wife, we now
have a picture. Thanks
Nancy..
Good Neighbor TEST!
My Good Neighbor “weeds” his
weeds before they go to “flower” and go
to seed. (Common Sense) JR
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Up Close and Personal
Meet The Nominating Committee.
Nick Bratton is the Chair with Nancy Finkley as co-chair.
Now when you see Nancy or Nick, you’re not meant to run the other way.
They are very personable people and very hard workers. They are charged
with a very important task for our community and that’s to find people to
serve on our BOARD OF DIRECTORS to run our Community.
Who knows our community better than us. It’s not such a big deal to scare the bejesus out of you,
speaking from experience (lol). Our community has so many very qualified people who serve as chair-
people of our committees. And with so many brilliant people running all the committees, the BOD is left
to do the leftovers and even at that we have a management company to attend to the incidentals.
So, take a seat. It’s your turn. Oh, why not me? Been there, done that, your turn. You get sum-mers off and you can even miss 3 meetings in a row and you just might retain your seat if you’re lucky or unlucky. What do you say? Give Nancy and Nick a break and help them out. They’ve worn out their shoes, turning every rock, searching high and low and the answer is right in front of them, you! Kudos to Nancy and Nick
Tis the Season
No, No, not that season, the other one--- Hurricane Season!
Now’s the time to get ready, while we have the time. Pre-
paredness is something that saves lives. It’s no time to be out of
your medications and to hope the drug store will be open before
you have to leave town. Now’s the time before you leave town
either for the season or in an emergency, to make sure all lawn
items are put away so they can’t be blown away or into your
neighbors windows and possibly injure someone. Time is now to
make sure your boat, kayak and even RV will stay put. Secure
them now, if you can.
So make your list now and be prepared!! We are in a man-
datory evacuation zone. So when the call comes, we all must
leave our homes. And there probably won’t be time to start
looking for a shelter that will take animals. Now’s the time to
have a shelter in mind and to have a stash of extra medications
that can tide you over in an emergency.
Look for up-dated articles in the newspaper that will
list all needed supplies as well as a list of shelters.
So make your plans now. You may not have time later!
Education Committee EDUCATION SEMINAR PLANNING FOR NEXT FALL AND INTO THE NEXT YEAR: Our goal, as a committee, is to provide interesting and informative programs to the residents of our community. The seminars will resume on Wednesday, September 9, 2015. For this coming year we have several speakers lined up. Currently scheduled for September, but subject to change, is Diane Stoyka from First Call Home Care who will present the different options and services available for home care. For October, definitely scheduled, is J ill Taufer RD, from cooperative extension, who will present Healthy Eating for Seniors. We would also be interested in determining if there is enough interest in arranging for an AARP safe driving course. Any suggestions from residents for future programs are welcomed. Virginia Ciereck, Jack Rorabaugh. Ginger Clark
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Good Neighbor TEST!
My Good Neighbor “weeds” his
weeds before they’re “flower” and go to
seed. (Common Sense) JR
JERRY MATHEWS ONE-MAN-BAND ENTERTAINS EDGEWATER LANDING
For anyone that attended our May 2015 $6.00 Dance Night thinking all they were going to hear is Country Western music, boy were they surprised. Jerry Mathews, though only a one-man-band, has the ability to sing not only Country Western, but Oldies, Rock and Roll, Pop—just about anything you would want. Add to that the fact that he has an amaz-ing voice and plays a mean guitar, and you have the makings of a very enjoyable evening. Now, add in great friends, good munchies and our beautiful Clubhouse and you REALLY have all you need for an enjoyable time—and we did. While our numbers were slightly less than usual, that meant the dance floor was wide open for those of us that want to get “wild and crazy.” What…. you didn’t know we get wild and crazy? Well, maybe not THAT wild and crazy, but enough to ensure a good time was had by all. Now, wild and crazy Line Dancers… that’s a different story. They were out in force. We also were happy to entertain guests, Lillian Hill (our Memorial Day Speaker) and friend Linda. Ginger and a few others had a very hard time keeping up with those two who are great dancers and never seem to tire out. Thanks again, Entertainment Guys, for bringing entertainment to the Landing even when our snowbirds have flown north. Those of us remaining really appreciate your hard work. By the time you read this we will have enjoyed the great Band, Monterey, June 26, and we will report on that in the next Pelican Pouch. In that there won’t be a Pelican Pouch edition in August, keep your eyes on the Blue Screen and on the Bulletin Board for upcoming fun times this summer.
SUMMER $6 DANCES
July 31, 7:00 PM DJ GUY 1 HOUR KARAOKE 2 HOURS DANCE MUSIC
AUGUST 28, 7:00 PM SWAMP JUICE
Tickets $6 Tues/Thurs 6:30-7:30
BYOB & SNACKS SEE YOU ALL THERE!
4th
OF JULY MUSIC BY THE POOL SATURDAY, JULY 4, 2015 NOON TO 3:00 PM
CATERED BY DUSTIN’S BBQ PULLED PORK, BAKED BEANS, COLE SLAW, APPLE PIE
(BYOB)
TICKETS: $9.00 PER PERSON TUES./THURS. 6:30 TO 7:30 PM CLUBHOUSE
MUSIC BY DJ STEVE SNELL
Womens Club
Luncheon 12:00
Cook's Buffet & Bakery - Deland ?? Cindy Hautala 402-4529 or Brenda O'Brien 321-302-6797
Updates– Call Muriel at 423-3821 (Monday thru Thursday 9 to 1 PM, Friday 9 to 5 PM
PM5PMFriday 9 to 5PM
Layout & Design- Linda Walsh - [email protected]
Distribution -Diana Young [email protected]
Calendar & proofing- Ann Grealis—- [email protected]
Please limit copy for inclusion in the Pelican’s Pouch to no more
than 400 words or 1/4 page. All articles must be submitted by 5PM,
the 18th of the month preceding publication. We reserve the right to
refuse potentially offensive material, or that which is deemed inap-
propriate. (The editors)
July & August 2015 Birthdays
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Updates– Call Muriel at 423-3821 (Monday-9 to 5PM, and Tuesday thru Friday 9 to 1 PM.)
The Pelican Pouch Editorial Staff
July Birthdays 2015
Art Liebelt 2
Deborah Miller 4
Pat Yochum 4
Barbara Root 5
Don Gillis 5
Rudi Hirschbeck 5
Deems Lycett 5
Michael Cotelidis 6 Margaret Wagner 6 Susan Mohr 6 Carl Andreason 7 Lois Spollio 7 Millie Griffin 7 Edward Hinchey 7 Charles Barnet 8 Judi Adams 8 Tom Dean 8 Joe O’Brien 8 Sheila Mills 9 Linda Bailey 10 Mary Brown 10
Jeff Paxton 10
Judith Sanderson 10 Ira Kannel 11 Nancy Finkley 11 Ron Raymond 12 Marcia (Reno)Anglehart 12
Mary Anna Turba 13 Nina Cassano 13 Ruth Wood 13 Marguerite Gaynor 13 Shirley Lovett 14 Edie Haas 15 Jean McDonald 15 Richard Young 15 Doris Lee 15 Ron Hebard 15 Martha Vetterl 16
Wayne Besaw 16
Mary Ann Grathwol 16
Denise Burke 16
Harry Dewalt 17
Dorothy Melkonian 17
Mattie Thomas 17
Joann Dede 17
Ronald Grathwol 18
Robert Saari 18
Dennis Testori 19
Tom Weatherill 20
Lonny Orfitelli 20
Kandi Smith 22
Sue Barrowman 22
Sybil McCartney 22
Lana Brown 23
Jenny Keeley 24
Cynthia Camp 24
Ken Cook 24
Paula Ruggiero 25 Noreen Dunn 25
Jean Alexander 26
Elizabeth Reimann 26
Don Pierce 26
Glenda Hurst 27
Ann Keller 27
James Beckford 28
Robert McCartney 28
Richard Willich 28
Valarie Holm 28
Teresa Hosmer 29
Joseph Perog 31
Joan Winters 31
John O’Brien 31
Elizabeth Besaw 31
Alida (Lee) Crowley 31
August 2015
Lindley Griffith 1 Judy Noyes 1
Ed Meyer 1
Chris Walsh 2
Sylvia Rathbone 2
Peter Mascaro 3
Mark Searl 3
Marion Ulip 4
Bill Bessette 4
John Shuffstall 4
Margie Ferrara 4
Carol Stevens 4
Tom Brumagim 5
Kent Garrison 5
David Cook 6
Joseph O’Brien 8
Bob Gudis 8
Jean Highland 9
Virginia Ciereck 9
Bill Held 10
Ron Keeley 10
Walter Ramsey 11
Maria Gesmundo 12
Suzanne Cook 12
Jack Ramirez 12
Laura Bloomer 12
Barbara Yednak 13 Susan Ost 13
Terri Johnson 13
Linda Pomeroy 14
Chuck Milligan 16
Janis Thomas 16
Gene Sciullo 17
Aline Penta 17
Carol Kesterson 19
Mercedes Hinchey19
Jacqueline Gosewisch
19
Marilyn Kannel 19
Iris Sefried 19
Marilyn Osterman 20
Gary Cole 20
Dick Boenig 20 Walt Rogers 20
Sandra Lee 21
Philip Cartisano 22
Mildred Baker 22
Louise Schlosser 24
Vickey Forsee 24
Jeanne Rogers 24
Steven Dorber 25
Ken Lytle 25
Muriel Archbold 26
Dean Cotelidis 26
James Small 27
Barbara Hoffmoen 27
Chris Emter 28
Mary McCarthy 28
John Nelson 29
Marilyn Dontigney 29
Terry Moore 30
Loren Stevens 31
Merilyn Dupre 31
Clint Holmes 31
Come cruise with other Landing-ites this October to Puerto Rico, St.Thomas, Grand Turk and Nassau. Contact Linda Keller at 423-9870
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Topless Club Outing
Alan Lang, Cindy Hautula & Sandy Snell
Landing’s Navy annual B & F Flotilla to Inlet Harbor (quality not quanity– 1 boat sailed)
Dan Hautala & Alice Lang
Da, where’s da boat?
Photos by Tom Sanders
Rod Kaelin, Dale Buzby & Steve Snell
Alan Lang, Cindy Hautala & Sandy Snell
Peg Buzby, Chuck Shepherd & Irene CHMIELEWSKI
Julius Rathbone & Nancy Finkley
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Just Love to Dance
Mark Searl & Carl Kiernan
Or Listen
Wanda Cooper, Jane Burdick, Helen Holcomb & Jean Deaton
Linda Keller & El Flynn
Roy Garrison & guest, Jack & Amanda MacCormac
STEVE SNELL LEADS HIS LINE DANCERS