AVALON BANNER NOVEMBER

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1 AVALON BANNER NOVEMBER This is the first of hopefully a long running Avalon newsletter designed to keep our owners informed on the current events and other news. It will be issued several times per year. Owners comments on news items are welcomed but they must meet a test to be included; not controversial, a solicitation of business or service, 50 words or less and approval by the Editor and our Board. This is meant to be uplifting and informative to the best of our ability. Any info on owner s illnesses or death must come from the immediate family. Complaints should be sent only to Board members. Space may limit the number of comments and approval received by the Editor and the Board. Some of the items could include: 1. Activities in either Avalon or Pelican Bay. 2. Compliments for Avalon activities Welcome Back Party. On Oct 30 th, Erika and Dieter Spieth, N-5, sponsored our first social of the fall year at the pool. It was simply a bring-your-own dish, with lots of fun, good food, conversation and the best news no one was thrown into the pool. Larry had a discussion on the new gate and the codes. President s Corner. The board on November 12 approved the purchase of two Weber gas grills. One will be placed near the Hammock Oak gate and the other on the northwest corner near the E & F buildings. Walkway pavers will be installed at both locations. The grills will sit on concrete bases and secured with steel cables.

Owners comments on news items are welcomed but they must meet a test to be included; not controversial, a solicitation of business or service, 50 words or less and approval by the Editor and our

2 The board also approved the budget for Thanks to the fine work of our treasurer Herb Stopper and for the 3rd straight year we will not see an increase. Some items to consider in your condo! 1. Replace wash machine hoses with steel reinforced hoses! (May save you from a real mess and water damage) 2. Water heaters. Original heaters were only good for years. 3. Dishwashers. We replaced ours 3 years ago and found it had been leaking. 4. Air conditions: If you need to replace yours check to see if there any state or federal programs. Also FPL has some rebates available. For water heaters, appliances and air conditioners go to; Upcoming Events 1. Board Meeting Dec. 10 th, Hammock Oak, 7 p.m. 2. Annual Meeting Jan. 14 th, Hammock Oak, 7 p.m. Toys for Tots Ellie Tracy (P-12) is Avalon s sponsor for Pelican Bay s Toy for Tots 16 th Annual toy drive. Please place a NEW UNWRAPPED gift in the toy box in P-12 s courtyard, or a check made payable to The Marine Corps of Naples Toy Drive. You can drop the check off or mail it to her; Ellie Tracy, 8315 Excalibur Circle, P12, Naples, FL The drive ends on December 11 th. The children of Collier County thank you. Ellie Tracy Avalon Pool. 1. Water Aerobics. Meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 10 to 11 a.m. All residents and guests are welcome. Bring water weights and noodles. Chair: Natalie Depman, R-10 Avalon Website. Everything you want to know and then some can be found on our website, One of the items on our site can be found under FYI. After opening it, scroll down to Directory Update and be sure to complete the Owner Information form and or send it back to our property manager, if you

We replaced ours 3 years ago and found it had been leaking. 4. Air conditions: If you need to replace yours check to see if there any state or federal programs. Also FPL has some rebates available.

3 have not done so or the info is incorrect. We need this info not only in case of an emergency but for social, Board minutes and other notices that have to be sent out. As a matter of policy, very few items are mailed to owners. Owner s Addresses. Ideally, we would have everyone s address. (We now have 140 of the some 170 owners addresses). For those without an address, it would be my recommendation, that you provide us the address of someone close to you; a relative or close friend. This way we can improve communications with our owners. If we do not have your address, you can me Harry Weingartner at harbetwein@aol.com Pelican Bay News. 1. Read the Pelican Bay Post, which is either delivered free or you may pick up at the news stand at the North Beach Station. 2. Watch Channel 95 on TV. 3. Log on to the website: a. Use the number on your photo ID and create a password to log on. Pelican Bay Foundation. All owners must have new Pelican Bay ID cards by Jan 10 th next year. Otherwise, you will not be allowed on our trams or any other of the facilities requiring the ID. Furthermore, they will have installed scanners to review each pass. If you do not have yours, go to the Pavilion Shopping Center in the PBF office which is behind Fleming s restaurant. Their phone number is , hours M-F 9 to 5, but closed 12 to 1. The temporary office opened Nov. 2 nd and will close on March 31 st, Interesting Factoid: Our tram drivers take 800,000 people per year on rides and are the second largest tram service behind Disney World. New Avalon Owner Directory. Ellie Tracy and Harry Weingartner are going to help Dani put together a new Avalon Owner s Directory. Therefore, it is very important that we have everyone s correct; name, address and for the snow birds address, phone numbers, for both locations. If you have to make an addition or change since last published December 2008, contact either Ellie or Harry or use the Avalon website. Newcomers. Unit # I-8 sold by Sandra Navin to new owners... Michael & Lauren Clune Unit # L-5 sold by Peter Paddock to new owners...john & Kathleen Leahy

For those without an email address, it would be my recommendation, that you provide us the email address of someone close to you; a relative or close friend.

4 Unit #A-7 sold by Jan Terhaar to new owner... Angela Maloof Unit # E-1 sold by Fred Steiner to new owner...robert & Eileen Ruesch Say Hello to these new folks, if you get a chance. New Avalon Gate. Dani Rounds, our Property Manager, has sent out letters and s regarding the change to our gate. Access may be gained to Avalon several ways: 1. Use your remote control device. 2. Use the Access Code: push the key-shaped button then you private code. 3. Allow guests into Avalon. After they call your condo from the gate, press the number 9 on your phone to let them in. Warnings: 1. Vehicles damaging the gate will be video taped, identified and required to pay for the damage. 2. Only one vehicle is permitted entry at a time. Under the Weather. 1. Penny Hooper, R-12. Fell and broke her ankle then twisted the other ankle getting out of her wheel chair and this did not happen on unlucky Feb. the 13 th : 2. Elaine Johnson K-8, mentioned that her husband, Tucker, who is one of our Board members, is going through back surgery on Nov. 12 th. We wish both of these folks speedy recovery. Departing Owners. Sheena Hutchinson, G3 and Roswell, GA, passed away on June 19th, 2009 after a long fight with breast cancer. She is survived by her husband, Jeremy, and two young children, Abby, aged 10, and Alec, aged 8. She was a loving and caring mother, wife and friend to many and she always looked forward to her trips to Pelican Bay. Pelican Bay Men s Coffee. Each Tuesday at 9 am at Hammock Oak, the Pelican Bay Men s have a coffee and usually a very good speaker. Normally, 150 attend.

Use the Access Code: push the key-shaped button then you private code. 3. Allow guests into Avalon. After they call your condo from the gate, press the number 9 on your phone to let them in.

5 Florida Red Light Cameras Caution to the snowbirds because Naples has installed red light cameras to catch motorists turning failing to stop at a red light or turning right without coming to a full stop. The fines run from $62.50 for the first offense and escalate to $185 for repeat offense. You can see the cameras on certain intersections on Hwy. 41. Naples Botanical Garden The garden which has 160 acres is a new now opened on Nov. 10 th at 4820 Bayshore Drive. There is an admission. The Garden was first established in 1995 and consists of lakes and lands, representing seven distinct natural habitats and ecosystems, and currently featuring over 600 species. It intends to become one of the finest collections of subtropical and tropical plants in the world, with special emphasis on the ecosystems of the 26th Latitude. The master plan for future development calls for a center for natural science, plant collections, art, science, history exhibitions, and education. Property Manager Our Property Manager is Dani Rounds. She visits our pool area each Wednesday morning at 9 a.m. to discuss any Avalon concerns that you may have. She can be reached at: Integrity Property Resources & Management, LLC Office Home: detailsbydani@netscape.net List Update Any owner that wishes that their name be added or removed from the newsletter list, please contact the Editor. Editor: Harry Weingartner, E-8, , harbetwein@aol.com

Naples Botanical Garden The garden which has 160 acres is a new now opened on Nov. 10 th at 4820 Bayshore Drive. There is an admission.

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