Saturday, January 23, 2010
Road Action
Saturday, January 23, 2010 9:18 AM
Since many of the comments on this blog to date have to do with road action and non-action,I thought I would start a separate location for comments. Since some people think there is a problem with blogs only having one opinion, I ask you here-
What do you think we should do?
We now have the opinion of the CDD Engineer---road building defects. And that there is a need to rebuild certain roads now. And we have her statement to follow the lawyers suggestion to sue before our ability to sue is lost due to delay because of a possible timing issue.
We have the opinion of the CDD lawyer that we need to sue now for the above reason. And that a Construction Certified Attorney is the way to go.
We have the opinion of the consultant construction certified attorney for the CDD that it appears we can't go any further without a suit because of missing documents. That a suit would be the only way to obtain those documents, if they in fact even exist. That our time may run out in the spring or it may in fact of run out already.
We now have proof of company changes which could be construed as changes designed to protect Mr. Maxwell's assets. Those that appear (Sunbiz.com )to divide the holdings of Schreiver and the two Maxwells. Appearing to leave Schreiver only in control of home building and having no ability to negotiate for CRF-the developer.
We have been told that Mr. Maxwell will not meet with our CDD.
We have Margo and Jake who don't want to do anything except continue the delay.I should mention that Margo continues on the record to tell us how great Mr. Maxwell is.
We have Mr. Owens, who was appointed by Maxwell, who obviously didn't want to sue his own company or one of his partners, but continues to join in the discussions and vote against a suit.
We have Mr. Salvin, who has a strong background in construction claims negotiation, who tried to meet with Mr. Maxwell(who wouldn't meet even a year ago)and finally had a meeting with Mr. Schreiver, a year ago, where he tried to open discussions about the road issues. Mr. Schreiver refused to meet further with Mr. Salvin, who at that time was the board chairperson.
Mr. Chickness who tried to negotiate with Mr. Schreiver after that. Mr. Chickness was told the CDD could be given less than $75,000 , and only if the CDD agreed to release the developer from any further legal action of any kind.
What do you want done now? Assessments? Gravel-like roads? Something? Nothing?
Please respond to this Editorial at lakeashtontalk@yahoo.com.
Your name will no be expose.
Editorial by another web site.
Since many of the comments on this blog to date have to do with road action and non-action,I thought I would start a separate location for comments. Since some people think there is a problem with blogs only having one opinion, I ask you here-
What do you think we should do?
We now have the opinion of the CDD Engineer---road building defects. And that there is a need to rebuild certain roads now. And we have her statement to follow the lawyers suggestion to sue before our ability to sue is lost due to delay because of a possible timing issue.
We have the opinion of the CDD lawyer that we need to sue now for the above reason. And that a Construction Certified Attorney is the way to go.
We have the opinion of the consultant construction certified attorney for the CDD that it appears we can't go any further without a suit because of missing documents. That a suit would be the only way to obtain those documents, if they in fact even exist. That our time may run out in the spring or it may in fact of run out already.
We now have proof of company changes which could be construed as changes designed to protect Mr. Maxwell's assets. Those that appear (Sunbiz.com )to divide the holdings of Schreiver and the two Maxwells. Appearing to leave Schreiver only in control of home building and having no ability to negotiate for CRF-the developer.
We have been told that Mr. Maxwell will not meet with our CDD.
We have Margo and Jake who don't want to do anything except continue the delay.I should mention that Margo continues on the record to tell us how great Mr. Maxwell is.
We have Mr. Owens, who was appointed by Maxwell, who obviously didn't want to sue his own company or one of his partners, but continues to join in the discussions and vote against a suit.
We have Mr. Salvin, who has a strong background in construction claims negotiation, who tried to meet with Mr. Maxwell(who wouldn't meet even a year ago)and finally had a meeting with Mr. Schreiver, a year ago, where he tried to open discussions about the road issues. Mr. Schreiver refused to meet further with Mr. Salvin, who at that time was the board chairperson.
Mr. Chickness who tried to negotiate with Mr. Schreiver after that. Mr. Chickness was told the CDD could be given less than $75,000 , and only if the CDD agreed to release the developer from any further legal action of any kind.
What do you want done now? Assessments? Gravel-like roads? Something? Nothing?
Please respond to this Editorial at lakeashtontalk@yahoo.com.
Your name will no be expose.
Editorial by another web site.
Jack Van Sickle
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Jack Van Sickle
Mr. Jack Van Sickle, City Commissioner is using his position and office to scare residents of Lake Ashton that are in his opinion disagree with Joe Hunter and his boss Larry Maxwell the management or the developer. Jack Van Sickle called the police on me on February 2, 2009 for a article I wrote on my Blog called lakeashtontalk after I complain about someone breaking my window with their golf ball and running off without notifying me of the accident. If they can afford to pay $3600 to play golf here and yet they have no money to pay for broken windows.. He seems to think this is OK, nothing is wrong with this. To replace this window it cost approx $150.00 because you can't remove the window from the frame. My Blog is call Lakeashtontalk and it is about everything that goes on here at Lake Ashton. I wrote in an article that the next time someone breaks my window, I'll have my AK47 ready for the next golfer. This was only an expression not a treat. It did not say I'll use it, It simply said I'll have it ready. It seems I should have said come on in and will have ice cream, cake and hot coffee and I'll pay all the expenses. For someone such as a Commissioner to call the police on such a dumb thing about an article needs to have his brains checked. This means that all the news articles that the News Chief and the Ledger writes that he disagrees with , he should call the police on you too, you are no different than my Lake Ashton Blog.
Jack Van Sickle was on the HOA Board at Lake Ashton for approx 2 years until he got voted out. He is a good friend of Larry Maxwell and Mr Maxwell is helping him to be elected as Mayor of Lake Wales in the near future. If he ever gets elected he will be calling the police on all his enemies and also on the News Chief Newspaper. You can't say anything bad about the management here at Lake Ashton or they will find some way of getting back at you. They have accuse me of a putting my business blog card on golf carts but I was in Maine at that time. I have my flight itinerary and electronic ticket receipt to prove it. They have also accused two other people of violations and one of them was in Pennsylvania at that time. Joe Hunter and his friends sure know how to screw things up. Did they offer an apology? No This is typical of the power these people have. They want you to feel cheap and shut-up and don't say anything bad about Lake Ashton or move out of Lake Ashton. They only want the people they can control and tell them what to do. This place is not a community but an institution run by an iron hand and a cold heart. As you can see he call the police to control me, but it is not going to work I am quite sure this will not be the end of his scare tactics
Jack Van Sickle
Mr. Jack Van Sickle, City Commissioner is using his position and office to scare residents of Lake Ashton that are in his opinion disagree with Joe Hunter and his boss Larry Maxwell the management or the developer. Jack Van Sickle called the police on me on February 2, 2009 for a article I wrote on my Blog called lakeashtontalk after I complain about someone breaking my window with their golf ball and running off without notifying me of the accident. If they can afford to pay $3600 to play golf here and yet they have no money to pay for broken windows.. He seems to think this is OK, nothing is wrong with this. To replace this window it cost approx $150.00 because you can't remove the window from the frame. My Blog is call Lakeashtontalk and it is about everything that goes on here at Lake Ashton. I wrote in an article that the next time someone breaks my window, I'll have my AK47 ready for the next golfer. This was only an expression not a treat. It did not say I'll use it, It simply said I'll have it ready. It seems I should have said come on in and will have ice cream, cake and hot coffee and I'll pay all the expenses. For someone such as a Commissioner to call the police on such a dumb thing about an article needs to have his brains checked. This means that all the news articles that the News Chief and the Ledger writes that he disagrees with , he should call the police on you too, you are no different than my Lake Ashton Blog.
Jack Van Sickle was on the HOA Board at Lake Ashton for approx 2 years until he got voted out. He is a good friend of Larry Maxwell and Mr Maxwell is helping him to be elected as Mayor of Lake Wales in the near future. If he ever gets elected he will be calling the police on all his enemies and also on the News Chief Newspaper. You can't say anything bad about the management here at Lake Ashton or they will find some way of getting back at you. They have accuse me of a putting my business blog card on golf carts but I was in Maine at that time. I have my flight itinerary and electronic ticket receipt to prove it. They have also accused two other people of violations and one of them was in Pennsylvania at that time. Joe Hunter and his friends sure know how to screw things up. Did they offer an apology? No This is typical of the power these people have. They want you to feel cheap and shut-up and don't say anything bad about Lake Ashton or move out of Lake Ashton. They only want the people they can control and tell them what to do. This place is not a community but an institution run by an iron hand and a cold heart. As you can see he call the police to control me, but it is not going to work I am quite sure this will not be the end of his scare tactics
Bingo Paul running for the HOA
You just got to be kidding. He is taken money from the residents and putting it in his pocket. Also he is a spy for the developer. Please remember that all crooks stay together and play together. They have no love for anyone. If you vote for Paul Pontous than you must be sick like that anonymous guy. He wants to control the Bingo money and tell everyone what to do. He voted to stop smoking at the ballroom entrance door and he can't enforce that. He is full of hot air and if this is what you want than vote for hot air Bingo Paul. Everyone he dislikes he calls them ASS HOLES out in the open. He has no love for anyone. Don't waste your vote.
Anonymous has spoken. Who is anonymous, he should be cremated
Anonymous has left a new comment on your post "All Media is controlled by the Developer":
let me get this straight, the developer and anyone that works for the developer is evil. Anyone that gets along with the employees the community manager, etc. are evil. The three board of supervisors on the CDD are evil. Anyone that volunteers in the community to benefit the community such as Bingo Paul is evil. Anyone that has a policy difference with the Salvins are evil. Anyone that likes our restaurant is evil. Anyone that wants the bowling alley fixed is evil. So far all these people represent 95% of the community.However, according to you the Salvins and their AdHOc committee are our salvation. This is based on what, Jeff's great track record as chairperson. What has he accomplished? Does Barb Salvin's antics bring this community together? We had the developer fixing the roads until he was threatened with a law suit. We then spent thousands of dollars for road studies, legal advise, engineering reports, etc. Good move Jeff and Barb.
This guy does not get his facts straight. He is looking at dirty pictures and masturbating. He is trying to get me to look at his dirty web site. This guy is a sicko. I ask this idoit to reveal his name, but he hides behind the Developer and Joe Hunter.
let me get this straight, the developer and anyone that works for the developer is evil. Anyone that gets along with the employees the community manager, etc. are evil. The three board of supervisors on the CDD are evil. Anyone that volunteers in the community to benefit the community such as Bingo Paul is evil. Anyone that has a policy difference with the Salvins are evil. Anyone that likes our restaurant is evil. Anyone that wants the bowling alley fixed is evil. So far all these people represent 95% of the community.However, according to you the Salvins and their AdHOc committee are our salvation. This is based on what, Jeff's great track record as chairperson. What has he accomplished? Does Barb Salvin's antics bring this community together? We had the developer fixing the roads until he was threatened with a law suit. We then spent thousands of dollars for road studies, legal advise, engineering reports, etc. Good move Jeff and Barb.
This guy does not get his facts straight. He is looking at dirty pictures and masturbating. He is trying to get me to look at his dirty web site. This guy is a sicko. I ask this idoit to reveal his name, but he hides behind the Developer and Joe Hunter.
Friday, January 22, 2010
All Media is controlled by the Developer
Lake Ashton Golf Club was built under FL STAT 190. It is a 55 and older Community Development District (CDD) located in Polk County Florida. The community offers an active lifestyle with golf,health club,tennis ,comm. center,etc. Unfortunately all media is controlled and censored by the developer for HIS financial best interest(newsletter,cable,,website,etc.) That is the reason for this blog site.I hope Lake Ashton residents will share their feelings and ideas without censorship.
Editorial from another blog
Editorial from another blog
Forclosure facts from Florida State Office
Thursday, January 21, 2010 12:44 PM
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services discusses foreclosure in their Jan. 2010 issue:
"The foreclosure crisis in the United States continues to be a very real problem. Statistics from the third quarter of 2009 indicate that foreclosure filings hit a record high, with Florida being one of the states most affected. To compound matters, federal and state agencies have seen a significant uptick in fraud being committed by unscrupulous companies targeting distressed and vulnerable homeowners who are either delinquent or already facing foreclosure.
As of January 1, 2010 (494.00296, F.S.), companies or individuals that provide loan modification services within our State are required to have an active license from the Florida Office of Financial Regulation. New provisions, such as this, help to bolster the Foreclosure Rescue Fraud Prevention Act passed by the Florida Legislature in 2008.
This issue of the Florida Consumer E-Newsletter is dedicated to informing consumers who are confronted with foreclosure about their rights and responsibilities, especially when dealing with companies that offer foreclosure rescue or loan modification services. Remember… consumer education is the best defense against fraud and deception!
Losing your home due to foreclosure is a scary prospect. If you’re having trouble keeping up with your mortgage payments, it is imperative that you act prudently.
â Contact your lender or a lawyer to find out what options may be available to you before contracting with any third-party company for rescue or modification services. An attorney can assist you as you navigate your way through the foreclosure process.
â Lower income individuals may be able to find free legal services at www.findlegalhelp.org.
â Contact a reputable non-profit housing or financial counselor, such as: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) at (800) 569-4287 - www.hud.gov; or Home Ownership Preservation Foundation at (888) 995-HOPE - www.995hope.org
Even after addressing your options as mentioned above, you may still decide that it is in your best interest to utilize a foreclosure rescue business or loan modification company. If so, you should make every effort to know who you are dealing with. Before handing over any money or providing any personal information, research the company/person’s legitimacy and complaint history with both the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and the Office of the Attorney General of Florida. Make sure to understand exactly what you’re signing; get any promises made to you in writing, and keep copies of all documents that you sign. Oral promises and agreements relating to your home are usually not legally binding.
The Florida Foreclosure Rescue Fraud Prevention Act is one of the best protections for homeowners from companies offering or providing loan modification services. This law safeguards consumers in a number of ways, some of which include prohibiting the company offering or providing loan modification services from:
â Engaging in or initiating loan modification services without first executing a written agreement for loan modification services with the borrower.
â Executing a loan modification without the consent of the borrower after the borrower is made aware of each modified term.
â Collecting up-front fees from the borrower prior to completing all services contained in the contract.
This law also details exactly what must be included in the written agreement for loan modification services, and requires that the borrower be given a copy of the agreement to review one (1) business day before the borrower is to sign the agreement. Arguably the most important protection given to the homeowner by this law is the right to cancel the written agreement without any penalty or obligation, provided that the cancellation is done within three (3) business days after the agreement has been signed.
For additional information or questions, remember, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is here for you. Visit our website at www.800helpfla.com, or call our Consumer Assistance Center. They will answer almost any question you may have or direct you to the best resource for assistance. If you are calling within Florida simply dial 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352."
Editorial from another Blog
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services discusses foreclosure in their Jan. 2010 issue:
"The foreclosure crisis in the United States continues to be a very real problem. Statistics from the third quarter of 2009 indicate that foreclosure filings hit a record high, with Florida being one of the states most affected. To compound matters, federal and state agencies have seen a significant uptick in fraud being committed by unscrupulous companies targeting distressed and vulnerable homeowners who are either delinquent or already facing foreclosure.
As of January 1, 2010 (494.00296, F.S.), companies or individuals that provide loan modification services within our State are required to have an active license from the Florida Office of Financial Regulation. New provisions, such as this, help to bolster the Foreclosure Rescue Fraud Prevention Act passed by the Florida Legislature in 2008.
This issue of the Florida Consumer E-Newsletter is dedicated to informing consumers who are confronted with foreclosure about their rights and responsibilities, especially when dealing with companies that offer foreclosure rescue or loan modification services. Remember… consumer education is the best defense against fraud and deception!
Losing your home due to foreclosure is a scary prospect. If you’re having trouble keeping up with your mortgage payments, it is imperative that you act prudently.
â Contact your lender or a lawyer to find out what options may be available to you before contracting with any third-party company for rescue or modification services. An attorney can assist you as you navigate your way through the foreclosure process.
â Lower income individuals may be able to find free legal services at www.findlegalhelp.org.
â Contact a reputable non-profit housing or financial counselor, such as: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) at (800) 569-4287 - www.hud.gov; or Home Ownership Preservation Foundation at (888) 995-HOPE - www.995hope.org
Even after addressing your options as mentioned above, you may still decide that it is in your best interest to utilize a foreclosure rescue business or loan modification company. If so, you should make every effort to know who you are dealing with. Before handing over any money or providing any personal information, research the company/person’s legitimacy and complaint history with both the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and the Office of the Attorney General of Florida. Make sure to understand exactly what you’re signing; get any promises made to you in writing, and keep copies of all documents that you sign. Oral promises and agreements relating to your home are usually not legally binding.
The Florida Foreclosure Rescue Fraud Prevention Act is one of the best protections for homeowners from companies offering or providing loan modification services. This law safeguards consumers in a number of ways, some of which include prohibiting the company offering or providing loan modification services from:
â Engaging in or initiating loan modification services without first executing a written agreement for loan modification services with the borrower.
â Executing a loan modification without the consent of the borrower after the borrower is made aware of each modified term.
â Collecting up-front fees from the borrower prior to completing all services contained in the contract.
This law also details exactly what must be included in the written agreement for loan modification services, and requires that the borrower be given a copy of the agreement to review one (1) business day before the borrower is to sign the agreement. Arguably the most important protection given to the homeowner by this law is the right to cancel the written agreement without any penalty or obligation, provided that the cancellation is done within three (3) business days after the agreement has been signed.
For additional information or questions, remember, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is here for you. Visit our website at www.800helpfla.com, or call our Consumer Assistance Center. They will answer almost any question you may have or direct you to the best resource for assistance. If you are calling within Florida simply dial 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352."
Editorial from another Blog
Who will have to move away from Lake Ashton?
Thursday, January 21, 2010 8:13 AM
Who will have to move away from Lake Ashton when YOU find out that Ms.Stevens, Mr. Eaton, and Mr. Owens (on behalf of the development group) stalled the defective road issue just long enough for Mr. Maxwell (Senior) and the rest of the developer group to attempt to make enough company changes to protect all their assets?
What about Mr. Schreiber, Mr. Van Sickle, Mr. Pontious, and the Folletts? The record shows that they are all guilty of stalling with their damming statements, lack of action regarding the roads, and their omissions and lack of correction of certain facts while in positions of power.
Will you push them out? Will you cause them to face lawsuits of their own? Will you continue to pay Lake Ashton Management,LLC over a million dollars a year to manage Lake Ashton?
Or, will it be you that has to move.....?
Editorial from another blog
Who will have to move away from Lake Ashton when YOU find out that Ms.Stevens, Mr. Eaton, and Mr. Owens (on behalf of the development group) stalled the defective road issue just long enough for Mr. Maxwell (Senior) and the rest of the developer group to attempt to make enough company changes to protect all their assets?
What about Mr. Schreiber, Mr. Van Sickle, Mr. Pontious, and the Folletts? The record shows that they are all guilty of stalling with their damming statements, lack of action regarding the roads, and their omissions and lack of correction of certain facts while in positions of power.
Will you push them out? Will you cause them to face lawsuits of their own? Will you continue to pay Lake Ashton Management,LLC over a million dollars a year to manage Lake Ashton?
Or, will it be you that has to move.....?
Editorial from another blog
Who built your Lake Ashton home?
Sunday, January 17, 2010 10:23 AM
Was it Mastercraft Homes LLC?
See State of Florida records where Mr. Schreiber has made a change for the company:
http://sunbiz.org/pdf/60235633.pdf
Was it Mastercraft Homes Inc? Is that now a dissolved company? It appears so!
So while everyone is sitting on their hands Mr. Schreiber is protecting his riches and those of Mr. Maxwell. Are you protecting yours?
EDITORIAL FROM ANOTHER BLOG
Was it Mastercraft Homes LLC?
See State of Florida records where Mr. Schreiber has made a change for the company:
http://sunbiz.org/pdf/60235633.pdf
Was it Mastercraft Homes Inc? Is that now a dissolved company? It appears so!
So while everyone is sitting on their hands Mr. Schreiber is protecting his riches and those of Mr. Maxwell. Are you protecting yours?
EDITORIAL FROM ANOTHER BLOG
LET ME SEE IF I GOT THIS RIGHT.
IF YOU CROSS THE NORTH KOREAN BORDER ILLEGALLY YOU GET 12 YEARS HARD
IF YOU CROSS THE IRANIAN BORDER ILLEGALLY YOU ARE DETAINED INDEFINITELY.
IF YOU CROSS THE AFGHAN BORDER ILLEGALLY, YOU GET SHOT.
IF YOU CROSS THE SAUDI ARABIAN BORDER ILLEGALLY YOU WILL BE JAILED.
IF YOU CROSS THE CHINESE BORDER ILLEGALLY YOU MAY NEVER BE HEARD FROM
AGAIN.
IF YOU CROSS THE VENEZUELAN BORDER ILLEGALLY YOU WILL BE BRANDED AS A SPY AND YOUR FATE WILL BE SEALED.
IF YOU CROSS THE CUBAN BORDER ILLEGALLY YOU WILL BE THROWN INTO POLITICAL
PRISON TO ROT.
IF YOU CROSS THE U.S. BORDER ILLEGALLY YOU GET
A JOB,
A DRIVERS LICENSE,
SOCIAL SECURITY CARD,
WELFARE,
FOOD STAMPS,
CREDIT CARDS,
SUBSIDIZED RENT OR A LOAN TO BUY A HOUSE,
FREE EDUCATION,
FREE HEALTH CARE,
A LOBBYIST IN WASHINGTON
BILLIONS OF DOLLARS WORTH OF PUBLIC DOCUMENTS PRINTED IN YOUR LANGUAGE
THE RIGHT TO CARRY YOUR COUNTRY’S FLAG WHILE YOU PROTEST THAT YOU DON’T GET ENOUGH RESPECT AND, IN MANY INSTANCES, YOU CAN VOTE.
I JUST WANTED TO MAKE SURE I HAD A FIRM GRASP ON THE SITUATION…
Have a great day!
IF YOU CROSS THE IRANIAN BORDER ILLEGALLY YOU ARE DETAINED INDEFINITELY.
IF YOU CROSS THE AFGHAN BORDER ILLEGALLY, YOU GET SHOT.
IF YOU CROSS THE SAUDI ARABIAN BORDER ILLEGALLY YOU WILL BE JAILED.
IF YOU CROSS THE CHINESE BORDER ILLEGALLY YOU MAY NEVER BE HEARD FROM
AGAIN.
IF YOU CROSS THE VENEZUELAN BORDER ILLEGALLY YOU WILL BE BRANDED AS A SPY AND YOUR FATE WILL BE SEALED.
IF YOU CROSS THE CUBAN BORDER ILLEGALLY YOU WILL BE THROWN INTO POLITICAL
PRISON TO ROT.
IF YOU CROSS THE U.S. BORDER ILLEGALLY YOU GET
A JOB,
A DRIVERS LICENSE,
SOCIAL SECURITY CARD,
WELFARE,
FOOD STAMPS,
CREDIT CARDS,
SUBSIDIZED RENT OR A LOAN TO BUY A HOUSE,
FREE EDUCATION,
FREE HEALTH CARE,
A LOBBYIST IN WASHINGTON
BILLIONS OF DOLLARS WORTH OF PUBLIC DOCUMENTS PRINTED IN YOUR LANGUAGE
THE RIGHT TO CARRY YOUR COUNTRY’S FLAG WHILE YOU PROTEST THAT YOU DON’T GET ENOUGH RESPECT AND, IN MANY INSTANCES, YOU CAN VOTE.
I JUST WANTED TO MAKE SURE I HAD A FIRM GRASP ON THE SITUATION…
Have a great day!
HOT NEWS TONIGHT
Big news tonight, I am laying it all on the line what I think of Lake Ashton and the developer. I have done a lot of research and it will be posted tonight. HOT NEWS
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Bingo Paul
Friday, October 30, 2009
Bingo Paul Pontious
BINGO
Paul Pontious suddenly took over the Bingo game after he told Jessie Ayres that a HOA member must be on the BINGO BOARD to overlook the operations of BINGO. This my friends was a total lie from Paul Pontious. No member of the HOA Board needs to be on the BINGO Board. At that time Jessie did not know this. Jessie started the Bingo game with a loan from the management of $7,000. With the money he bought all the equipment needed for Bingo and got it started. In two years he paid back all the money in two payments of $3,500 each. Jessie did all the hard work looking for all the outlets for the Bingo supplies. Paul Pontious was president of the HOA Board at that time he came on board to oversee the operations of Bingo. Slowly he kept asking Jessie how to operate the Bingo machine. Then he wanted to know how to divide the money, how to do this, how to do that etc. Before you know it, he knew everything there was to know. He even had his name on the Bingo bank account with Jessie. What a smooth operator. He even had Jessie come over to set up all the chairs and tables and Paul would come in around 6:30 to see if everything was done. Before you know it Paul was calling all the numbers and had taken over as BINGO president. Jesse was doing all the work and Paul was coming in at the last minute doing nothing, yes nothing, Yes he's like Joe Hunter, nothing. Now Paul is telling everyone even the CDD Board how to spend the Bingo money. He is also spreading bad stories about Jessie, which is all a big lie. Bingo must pay $200 to rent the hall, what a deal. It should be $750 like everybody else. Paul has certainly made a mess of Bingo. Jessie now has his home for sale and it just sold with a loss. He wants out of Lake Ashton. With people like Paul Pontious I don't blame him. He even wants me out of here. He has told a lot of untrue stories about me to Joe Hunter. What HOA member is looking out for Bingo now? No One! Why is everyone smoking outside the main entrance when Paul Pontious sign the covariance that no smoking is allowed there. He tells the CDD board where the money should be spend. What do we have a new community director? Paul, you are in deep trouble.
Bingo Paul Pontious
BINGO
Paul Pontious suddenly took over the Bingo game after he told Jessie Ayres that a HOA member must be on the BINGO BOARD to overlook the operations of BINGO. This my friends was a total lie from Paul Pontious. No member of the HOA Board needs to be on the BINGO Board. At that time Jessie did not know this. Jessie started the Bingo game with a loan from the management of $7,000. With the money he bought all the equipment needed for Bingo and got it started. In two years he paid back all the money in two payments of $3,500 each. Jessie did all the hard work looking for all the outlets for the Bingo supplies. Paul Pontious was president of the HOA Board at that time he came on board to oversee the operations of Bingo. Slowly he kept asking Jessie how to operate the Bingo machine. Then he wanted to know how to divide the money, how to do this, how to do that etc. Before you know it, he knew everything there was to know. He even had his name on the Bingo bank account with Jessie. What a smooth operator. He even had Jessie come over to set up all the chairs and tables and Paul would come in around 6:30 to see if everything was done. Before you know it Paul was calling all the numbers and had taken over as BINGO president. Jesse was doing all the work and Paul was coming in at the last minute doing nothing, yes nothing, Yes he's like Joe Hunter, nothing. Now Paul is telling everyone even the CDD Board how to spend the Bingo money. He is also spreading bad stories about Jessie, which is all a big lie. Bingo must pay $200 to rent the hall, what a deal. It should be $750 like everybody else. Paul has certainly made a mess of Bingo. Jessie now has his home for sale and it just sold with a loss. He wants out of Lake Ashton. With people like Paul Pontious I don't blame him. He even wants me out of here. He has told a lot of untrue stories about me to Joe Hunter. What HOA member is looking out for Bingo now? No One! Why is everyone smoking outside the main entrance when Paul Pontious sign the covariance that no smoking is allowed there. He tells the CDD board where the money should be spend. What do we have a new community director? Paul, you are in deep trouble.
Bingo Paul
Friday, October 30, 2009
Bingo Paul Pontious
BINGO
Paul Pontious suddenly took over the Bingo game after he told Jessie Ayres that a HOA member must be on the BINGO BOARD to overlook the operations of BINGO. This my friends was a total lie from Paul Pontious. No member of the HOA Board needs to be on the BINGO Board. At that time Jessie did not know this. Jessie started the Bingo game with a loan from the management of $7,000. With the money he bought all the equipment needed for Bingo and got it started. In two years he paid back all the money in two payments of $3,500 each. Jessie did all the hard work looking for all the outlets for the Bingo supplies. Paul Pontious was president of the HOA Board at that time he came on board to oversee the operations of Bingo. Slowly he kept asking Jessie how to operate the Bingo machine. Then he wanted to know how to divide the money, how to do this, how to do that etc. Before you know it, he knew everything there was to know. He even had his name on the Bingo bank account with Jessie. What a smooth operator. He even had Jessie come over to set up all the chairs and tables and Paul would come in around 6:30 to see if everything was done. Before you know it Paul was calling all the numbers and had taken over as BINGO president. Jesse was doing all the work and Paul was coming in at the last minute doing nothing, yes nothing, Yes he's like Joe Hunter, nothing. Now Paul is telling everyone even the CDD Board how to spend the Bingo money. He is also spreading bad stories about Jessie, which is all a big lie. Bingo must pay $200 to rent the hall, what a deal. It should be $750 like everybody else. Paul has certainly made a mess of Bingo. Jessie now has his home for sale and it just sold with a loss. He wants out of Lake Ashton. With people like Paul Pontious I don't blame him. He even wants me out of here. He has told a lot of untrue stories about me to Joe Hunter. What HOA member is looking out for Bingo now? No One! Why is everyone smoking outside the main entrance when Paul Pontious sign the covariance that no smoking is allowed there. He tells the CDD board where the money should be spend. What do we have a new community director? Paul, you are in deep trouble.
Bingo Paul Pontious
BINGO
Paul Pontious suddenly took over the Bingo game after he told Jessie Ayres that a HOA member must be on the BINGO BOARD to overlook the operations of BINGO. This my friends was a total lie from Paul Pontious. No member of the HOA Board needs to be on the BINGO Board. At that time Jessie did not know this. Jessie started the Bingo game with a loan from the management of $7,000. With the money he bought all the equipment needed for Bingo and got it started. In two years he paid back all the money in two payments of $3,500 each. Jessie did all the hard work looking for all the outlets for the Bingo supplies. Paul Pontious was president of the HOA Board at that time he came on board to oversee the operations of Bingo. Slowly he kept asking Jessie how to operate the Bingo machine. Then he wanted to know how to divide the money, how to do this, how to do that etc. Before you know it, he knew everything there was to know. He even had his name on the Bingo bank account with Jessie. What a smooth operator. He even had Jessie come over to set up all the chairs and tables and Paul would come in around 6:30 to see if everything was done. Before you know it Paul was calling all the numbers and had taken over as BINGO president. Jesse was doing all the work and Paul was coming in at the last minute doing nothing, yes nothing, Yes he's like Joe Hunter, nothing. Now Paul is telling everyone even the CDD Board how to spend the Bingo money. He is also spreading bad stories about Jessie, which is all a big lie. Bingo must pay $200 to rent the hall, what a deal. It should be $750 like everybody else. Paul has certainly made a mess of Bingo. Jessie now has his home for sale and it just sold with a loss. He wants out of Lake Ashton. With people like Paul Pontious I don't blame him. He even wants me out of here. He has told a lot of untrue stories about me to Joe Hunter. What HOA member is looking out for Bingo now? No One! Why is everyone smoking outside the main entrance when Paul Pontious sign the covariance that no smoking is allowed there. He tells the CDD board where the money should be spend. What do we have a new community director? Paul, you are in deep trouble.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
MX Communications
By now you must have received a letter from the HOA concerning the MX dated Jan 11, 2010. It says that they must receive two-thirds support of the residents to get action on the MX. But that's not all, then you must hired a Lawyer to fill suit against the Developer. He will not respond or pick up his phone. But your still not done, this could take months or even years at out expense. If we lose, then we must appeal this ruling. It will cost us many thousands of dollars maybe with no results. Just like the CDD, they laid the ground work for all the problems and the developer made sure they no longer have the power. Watch out HOA members, Larry is watching you.
Larry Maxwell has no responsibilities to residents except money in his pocket
200,000 people have died in the earthquake in Haiti, I wonder if Mr Maxwell responded to their aid and have given anything to help them? We have residents here at lake Ashton who had to move out of their smelling homes because of Chinese drywall, homes that were built by Larry Maxwell business Mastercraft homes LLC, . Larry as of yet, has never came to their aid. Larry Maxwell has belly up his Mastercraft home LLC businnes, just so it would make it more differcult to file a class action suit against him. Click on the link to the left that says Larry Maxwell holdings. You will be shocked to see how much he owns. Please, If you have anything to say about this editorial please E-Mail me at lakeashtontalk@yahoo.com. I will post your story but not your name. Please be aware that he has rented the restaurant and all profit goes in his pocket and all expenses goes in ours. What a deal, Thanks to the old CDD members who gave him the restaurant to lease. One of them, Keith Stevens wife Margot, is part of them. If you think we have trouble now, wait until these Larry Maxwell conies get going.
Larry Maxwell's Dream
Tuesday, January 12, 2010 1:12 PM
There is no argument. He was a visionary. The real questions are : Was it the vision of a beautiful quiet community filled with active seniors living a carefree life? Was it a vision of a community of active seniors making good friends, going to stimulating activities and events without having to drive their cars? Was it the vision of homes with motorhome garages, woodshop, indoor and outdoor pools,tennis courts, golf courses, and an activities office that finds a way to satisfy almost every resident's request? Or was it a vision of a personal gold mine that would forever produce dollars for himself, with unbreakable contracts for services set-up for his own companies in yearly amounts of over a million dollars?
I want to believe the stories that say Mr. Maxwell felt he had made enough money in his life before he built Lake Ashton as his showcase. I want to believe that he wanted to build the first vision. That,yes, he knew he would make money building it. But, did he always have the vision to make it his personal financial kingdom for all time? Was it his vision to take millions of public dollars and misrepresent as a gated community with construction defects in the roads? Was it his vision to create and execute a restaurant contract that allows him to make money without paying all the expenses of that restaurant? Was it his vision to overcharge for management services,gate keeping, and grounds keeping? Or was the vision just too large and the people he took as partners just poorly picked?
I guess the question here is-Mr. Maxwell, do you have enough money and power yet? Will you step up Mr. Maxwell to keep the first part of your vision alive.
Editorial from another Web Site. Freedom of Speech
There is no argument. He was a visionary. The real questions are : Was it the vision of a beautiful quiet community filled with active seniors living a carefree life? Was it a vision of a community of active seniors making good friends, going to stimulating activities and events without having to drive their cars? Was it the vision of homes with motorhome garages, woodshop, indoor and outdoor pools,tennis courts, golf courses, and an activities office that finds a way to satisfy almost every resident's request? Or was it a vision of a personal gold mine that would forever produce dollars for himself, with unbreakable contracts for services set-up for his own companies in yearly amounts of over a million dollars?
I want to believe the stories that say Mr. Maxwell felt he had made enough money in his life before he built Lake Ashton as his showcase. I want to believe that he wanted to build the first vision. That,yes, he knew he would make money building it. But, did he always have the vision to make it his personal financial kingdom for all time? Was it his vision to take millions of public dollars and misrepresent as a gated community with construction defects in the roads? Was it his vision to create and execute a restaurant contract that allows him to make money without paying all the expenses of that restaurant? Was it his vision to overcharge for management services,gate keeping, and grounds keeping? Or was the vision just too large and the people he took as partners just poorly picked?
I guess the question here is-Mr. Maxwell, do you have enough money and power yet? Will you step up Mr. Maxwell to keep the first part of your vision alive.
Editorial from another Web Site. Freedom of Speech
Monday, January 18, 2010
Bingo at Lake Ashton
Saturday, January 09, 2010 9:43 PM
There are many rumors. What is the real story? Who is ultimately responsible for Bingo? Is it Paul Pontious? Is it Ron White ? Is it the CDD? Or is it YOU the Home Owner Association Member? If it is you, don't you want to know what your share of the tax liability may be?
Editorial from another web site.
There are many rumors. What is the real story? Who is ultimately responsible for Bingo? Is it Paul Pontious? Is it Ron White ? Is it the CDD? Or is it YOU the Home Owner Association Member? If it is you, don't you want to know what your share of the tax liability may be?
Editorial from another web site.
Letter from HOA to CDD dated Jun 3, 2009
Jeff Salvin, Chairman
Lake Ashton Community Development District 5701 N. Pine Island Road
Suite 370
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33321
We, the HOA Board of Directors, are writing this letter regarding a report that has circulated around the Lake Ashton community recently indicating that the developer has offered a sum of $71, 000.00 for repairing the current roads in LA 1
It is our understanding that Mr. Shriver, when he was chairperson of the CDD, repeatedly stated "that the developer would not leave this development without repairing all the roads". It appears that the offer being made now is simply a band~aide when, in fact, the problem is a compound fracture that continues to deteriorate.
Due to construction vehicle traffic the roads have deteriorated to their present condition and our now in need of total replacement. They will continue to get worse as this situation continues to drag on without any action.
The sales office continues to show this beautiful property but no remedy has been forthcoming to repair the roads according to Florida road construction standards.
We, therefore, request the CDD Board to pursue any legal avenue necessary with regard to the developer and the City of Lake Wales who we also believe have overlooked their fiduciary responsibility and continue to disregard their responsibilities towards this issue.
Ronald L White, President
Lake Ashton Homeowners Board of Directors
THANKS also go out to the Ad Hoc Committee for their time and money spent in research and hiring of professionals to clarify exactly why our roads are failing. They have continued to share facts and speak out at meetings to try to get CDD boards and homeowners to understand and take action before the guilty parties can no longer be held accountable. And they continue to try...
THANK you also CDD engineer and CDD attorney for stating on the record that a law suit should be filed NOW- that a delay may cause it to be too late! Too bad certain board members are still delaying that step...
Lake Ashton Community Development District 5701 N. Pine Island Road
Suite 370
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33321
We, the HOA Board of Directors, are writing this letter regarding a report that has circulated around the Lake Ashton community recently indicating that the developer has offered a sum of $71, 000.00 for repairing the current roads in LA 1
It is our understanding that Mr. Shriver, when he was chairperson of the CDD, repeatedly stated "that the developer would not leave this development without repairing all the roads". It appears that the offer being made now is simply a band~aide when, in fact, the problem is a compound fracture that continues to deteriorate.
Due to construction vehicle traffic the roads have deteriorated to their present condition and our now in need of total replacement. They will continue to get worse as this situation continues to drag on without any action.
The sales office continues to show this beautiful property but no remedy has been forthcoming to repair the roads according to Florida road construction standards.
We, therefore, request the CDD Board to pursue any legal avenue necessary with regard to the developer and the City of Lake Wales who we also believe have overlooked their fiduciary responsibility and continue to disregard their responsibilities towards this issue.
Ronald L White, President
Lake Ashton Homeowners Board of Directors
THANKS also go out to the Ad Hoc Committee for their time and money spent in research and hiring of professionals to clarify exactly why our roads are failing. They have continued to share facts and speak out at meetings to try to get CDD boards and homeowners to understand and take action before the guilty parties can no longer be held accountable. And they continue to try...
THANK you also CDD engineer and CDD attorney for stating on the record that a law suit should be filed NOW- that a delay may cause it to be too late! Too bad certain board members are still delaying that step...
Controlled Media by Developer now the CDD
Lake Ashton Golf Club was built under FL STAT 190. It is a 55 and older Community Development District (CDD) located in Polk County Florida. The community offers an active lifestyle with golf, health club, tennis, comm, center,etc. Unfortunately all media is controlled and censored by the developer for HIS financial best interest(newsletter, cable, ballroom, speakers, website,etc.) That is the reason for this blog site and others. I hope Lake Ashton residents will share their feelings and ideas without censorship.
How is this possible?
Saturday, January 16, 2010 10:43 AM
How is it that an employee of the developer/management company,Ms. Barbara Follett, has the power to rearrange the leadership of our community's financial custodian -- the CDD Board of Directors? Keep in mind, that developer/management company holds contracts (worth over one million dollars of our money) that are dependent on the decisions of that Board.
Ms. Stevens announced, on the record in the Jan 8th CDD meeting, that Barbara Follett (and her husband Bill)were the people who caused her to make a motion to remove the CDD Chairman(Mr. Salvin) midterm. The motion was seconded by Mr. Eaton and passed due to the vote of Stevens,Eaton, and Owens(an officer in that developer/management company). Stevens then nominated Jake Eaton for Chairman and the same three put him in office. Then the same three put Ms. Stevens in office as the Vice-Chair.
How is that?
Well Ms. Stevens' husband appears to be a manager for that developer/management firm. They also appear to have the ballroom reserved every Thursday night (through the services of Barbara Follett)at no charge to the Stevens. This is for square dancing lessons where every resident participating has to pay $3.00 to attend. Square dancing also appears to have non-residents involved. Free ballroom...money in the pocket....hmmmm
Then there is Mr. Owens. Did he forget AGAIN to announce before the vote and comments that he is actually in the chain of command for Barbara Follett's employeer. Isn't that a violation of State of Florida Ethics mandate?
How is it that an employee of the developer/management company,Ms. Barbara Follett, has the power to rearrange the leadership of our community's financial custodian -- the CDD Board of Directors? Keep in mind, that developer/management company holds contracts (worth over one million dollars of our money) that are dependent on the decisions of that Board.
Ms. Stevens announced, on the record in the Jan 8th CDD meeting, that Barbara Follett (and her husband Bill)were the people who caused her to make a motion to remove the CDD Chairman(Mr. Salvin) midterm. The motion was seconded by Mr. Eaton and passed due to the vote of Stevens,Eaton, and Owens(an officer in that developer/management company). Stevens then nominated Jake Eaton for Chairman and the same three put him in office. Then the same three put Ms. Stevens in office as the Vice-Chair.
How is that?
Well Ms. Stevens' husband appears to be a manager for that developer/management firm. They also appear to have the ballroom reserved every Thursday night (through the services of Barbara Follett)at no charge to the Stevens. This is for square dancing lessons where every resident participating has to pay $3.00 to attend. Square dancing also appears to have non-residents involved. Free ballroom...money in the pocket....hmmmm
Then there is Mr. Owens. Did he forget AGAIN to announce before the vote and comments that he is actually in the chain of command for Barbara Follett's employeer. Isn't that a violation of State of Florida Ethics mandate?
Sunday, January 17, 2010
HELP ON JEFF SALVIN
Does anyone know why Jeff Salvin was removed from the Chairman to a supervisor? Please send info to lakeashtontalk@yahoo.com
"ALL LAKE ASHTON HOMEOWNERS MAY BE ENTITLED TO COMPENSATION"
So said Attorney Daniel Perry at his presentation at the Lake Ashton HFC on January 12th.Even if you do not have Chinese Drywall in your home, your property value has probably diminished because it exists within the community. Some communities have experienced up to a 50% decrease in property values because of the stigma associated with defective Chinese drywall. Mr. Perry stated that the first step in documenting and protecting your rights to possible future compensation is to send a certified return receipt letter to Mastercraft Homes requesting they inspect your home for defective Chinese drywall(at their expense) and certify that your home does not have any. Keep a record of any response,or non-response.
Mr. Perry also said that based on a successful legal action by homeowners actually affected by the product in their homes, you may be entitled to compensation by the builder. Such action may include :
Negligence-developer,builder, and supplier knew or should have known of health consequences prior to installing defective drywall;
Breach of Contract-affected homeowners have been deprived of quiet enjoyment of their homes and community;
Unfair or Deceptive Trade Practices-developer and/or builder knew or should have known homes were defective.
For confirmation, or more information, contact Attorney Daniel Perry at: dan@danielperry.com or dperry@weblawyer.com
Posted by truthinfreedomofspeech
Mr. Perry also said that based on a successful legal action by homeowners actually affected by the product in their homes, you may be entitled to compensation by the builder. Such action may include :
Negligence-developer,builder, and supplier knew or should have known of health consequences prior to installing defective drywall;
Breach of Contract-affected homeowners have been deprived of quiet enjoyment of their homes and community;
Unfair or Deceptive Trade Practices-developer and/or builder knew or should have known homes were defective.
For confirmation, or more information, contact Attorney Daniel Perry at: dan@danielperry.com or dperry@weblawyer.com
Posted by truthinfreedomofspeech
Mastercraft Homes is belly up
Who built your Lake Ashton home?
Was it Mastercraft Homes LLC?
See State of Florida records where Mr. Schreiber has made a change for the company:
http://sunbiz.org/pdf/60235633.pdf
Was it Mastercraft Homes Inc? Is that now a dissolved company? It appears so!
So while everyone is sitting on their hands Mr. Schreiber is protecting his riches and those of Mr. Maxwell. Are you protecting yours?
Was it Mastercraft Homes LLC?
See State of Florida records where Mr. Schreiber has made a change for the company:
http://sunbiz.org/pdf/60235633.pdf
Was it Mastercraft Homes Inc? Is that now a dissolved company? It appears so!
So while everyone is sitting on their hands Mr. Schreiber is protecting his riches and those of Mr. Maxwell. Are you protecting yours?
Dead Crappies
Hundreds of large fish are dead along the shores of Lake Ashton and the small ponds. All of them seem to be Large Crappie Fish, One foot or bigger.
Why is this free and all others have to pay.
Why is the SPANISH Teaching person who uses our billard room every WEEK FREE and Charges our residents for her service. This was brought up several times....and Joe and Trica simply ignore it. What if a person wanted to teach how to build a BLOG site and charge a fee, would this be be FREE.
I send this notice to Joe "do nothing" Hunter and Trich Adams, Jake Eaton, George Flint John Chickness, Jeff Salvin, Margo Steavens and Barbara Follett
I send this notice to Joe "do nothing" Hunter and Trich Adams, Jake Eaton, George Flint John Chickness, Jeff Salvin, Margo Steavens and Barbara Follett
CDD Meeting
Next CDD meeting we should all walk out. because there is nothing we can do or say. We can't have the management control Lake Ashton. Look what they have done!
Margot Stevens Resume
cooking, washing floors, knitting, oil painting, fireside chats fill with errors.
Jake Eaten Resume
Cop, put the bad guy in jail, give out speeding tickets, Drive police car to dark alley and take a nap.
Jeff Salvin Resume
Mr. Salvin is an Engineer by Education, with a Baccalaureate of Architectural Engineering Degree from Penn State University and a Master of Science Degree in Construction Management from Florida International University.
Mr Salvin is a Viet-Nam Era Veteran. Mr. Salvin served as a Senior Resident Engineer for the Federal Government from 1967 to 1995, and has been directly involved in nearly one billion dollars worth of construction. A considerable part of his time was devoted to the analysis, documentation, negotiation, and litigation of construction contract claims. He is a founding member of the American Society of Architectural Engineers, and has been a recipient of numerous governmental awards and honors. A Professor of Construction Management at Florida International University for many years, he taught a highly popular graduate course on Construction Claims, Changes, and Disputes, and an undergraduate course on Management of Construction Projects. He has been certified as an EPA Asbestos Project Supervisor, a FEMA Disaster Housing Inspector, and an OSHA Construction Safety Instructor. Mr. Salvin served as a Municipal Code Enforcement Appeals Hearing Officer for Miami-Dade County from 2000 to 20005, and has lectured regularly on Construction Management topics to members of the South Florida Association of General Contractors. He currently serves on the Lake Ashton Architectural Review Committee as Pro Tem Advisor, and as Chairman of the Lake Ashton Appeals Committee. He has also be appointed to the City of Lake Wales Board of Adjustment and Appeals, and has served in that capacity for the past year. An appointment to the Polk County Board of Appeals is pending current review by the County Commission.
His construction projects include VA Medical Centers Tuskegee, AL, New York, NY, West Roxbury, MA, Bronx, NY, and Miami, FL, and Federal Buildings and Courthouses in MIami and Tampa, FL. He has provided expert services and litigation support to many high profile clients and projects, including the Dade County School Board and Universal Studios, Orlando.
Among other CDD matters, Mr. Salvin is particularly interested in the history and condition of our roads, security services, food & beverage services, grounds maintenance, and clubhouse leasing procedures.
Mr Salvin is a Viet-Nam Era Veteran. Mr. Salvin served as a Senior Resident Engineer for the Federal Government from 1967 to 1995, and has been directly involved in nearly one billion dollars worth of construction. A considerable part of his time was devoted to the analysis, documentation, negotiation, and litigation of construction contract claims. He is a founding member of the American Society of Architectural Engineers, and has been a recipient of numerous governmental awards and honors. A Professor of Construction Management at Florida International University for many years, he taught a highly popular graduate course on Construction Claims, Changes, and Disputes, and an undergraduate course on Management of Construction Projects. He has been certified as an EPA Asbestos Project Supervisor, a FEMA Disaster Housing Inspector, and an OSHA Construction Safety Instructor. Mr. Salvin served as a Municipal Code Enforcement Appeals Hearing Officer for Miami-Dade County from 2000 to 20005, and has lectured regularly on Construction Management topics to members of the South Florida Association of General Contractors. He currently serves on the Lake Ashton Architectural Review Committee as Pro Tem Advisor, and as Chairman of the Lake Ashton Appeals Committee. He has also be appointed to the City of Lake Wales Board of Adjustment and Appeals, and has served in that capacity for the past year. An appointment to the Polk County Board of Appeals is pending current review by the County Commission.
His construction projects include VA Medical Centers Tuskegee, AL, New York, NY, West Roxbury, MA, Bronx, NY, and Miami, FL, and Federal Buildings and Courthouses in MIami and Tampa, FL. He has provided expert services and litigation support to many high profile clients and projects, including the Dade County School Board and Universal Studios, Orlando.
Among other CDD matters, Mr. Salvin is particularly interested in the history and condition of our roads, security services, food & beverage services, grounds maintenance, and clubhouse leasing procedures.
CDD
CDD
Community Development Districts are getting more and more popular among politicians, developers and the whole connected industry. Local politicians love them, figuring they get all the future property taxes without having to invest anything. Developers can create their own little kingdoms without being supervised. They can write their own ticket and make huge profits without any big risks to them. The public bonds will finance all the necessary investments and if financial losses can't be avoided the homes of the people are the collateral for possible losses. Miscalculation from developers can be covered with money from the homeowners.
As in most cases the idea behind creating Community Development Districts is really good. But lack of supervision from the government agencies, which initially created these communities within communities, and the lack of enforcement of the existing Statutes, has definitely made many people think twice about the advantages of these developments.
Community Development Districts are getting more and more popular among politicians, developers and the whole connected industry. Local politicians love them, figuring they get all the future property taxes without having to invest anything. Developers can create their own little kingdoms without being supervised. They can write their own ticket and make huge profits without any big risks to them. The public bonds will finance all the necessary investments and if financial losses can't be avoided the homes of the people are the collateral for possible losses. Miscalculation from developers can be covered with money from the homeowners.
As in most cases the idea behind creating Community Development Districts is really good. But lack of supervision from the government agencies, which initially created these communities within communities, and the lack of enforcement of the existing Statutes, has definitely made many people think twice about the advantages of these developments.
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