THEY WILL BE HERE FOR US!

THIS THURSDAY EVENING AT THE MASTERS
                          7 PM

Please plan to spend some time with the GOOD GUYS ! 
The orange county sheriff will have a great exhibit and program that will interest and inform everyone. The subjects discussed will range from burglaries--scams and economic crimes, to the narcotics problem.
Plan to take a walk through tour of the sheriff's trailer.---Guaranteed you will learn and see items available no where else.

 A concerned resident had several of the pictured T shirt printed up. Some people may find that this picture and T shirt to be ''politically incorrect''---so be it--that is their problem --but not the problem for the majority of Fairways residents.

 Just yesterday--the governor signed an aid bill for families that have lost law officers in the line of duty. The act is named after Deputy Pine from the Orange County Office.---May the good Deputy, rest in peace,--now that his small children have some security.

PLEASE PLAN TO COME BY AND MEET WITH THE OFFICERS-- THEY ARE A GREAT BUNCH OF GUYS AND GALS

WE HAVE GOT AN UPDATE FROM DFC CONNER---THE NARCOTICS OFFICER WILL PRESENT AN EDUCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM ON OUR NEW PROJECTED BIG SCREEN!

A BIG MEETING WITH THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE

The annual Fairways Watch law enforcement meeting will be held Thursday evening April 28-- 7PM. at the Masters!

Deputy Dfc Conner

              Over the years ,Fairways Watch has brought educational, law enforcement programs intended for all residents in our community. This year with our new crime prevention officer, Dfc Conner--we may have the best and most inclusive gathering yet!
 Last week our final planning and layout meeting was conducted at the Masters. The planning is of follows---in early afternoon, the OCSO exhibit trailer will be brought into place, in a designated area of the Masters parking lot. This interesting display is scheduled to open for residents viewing after 3 PM. The 40 ft trailer is air conditioned and handicap accessible.
In the display along with security suggestions and safety items will be---confiscated weapons --narcotics sample displays, and many other items of interest. Operating the unit will be Dfc Conner. You will find this veteran officer a very informed, outwardly friendly man ,--who loves to ''chat'' with every one---YOU WILL LIKE AND ENJOY HIM!
 When evening rolls around,---more special sheriff's officers will arrive for the inside presentations, covering areas of personal interest for the Fairway.
 Included in their presentation will be---a narcotics agent, burglary detective and a officer addressing ''ECONOMIC CRIMES''--scams--financial thefts!
Captain Garrison, commander of Sector 2 has also been invited.
After the presentation, the officers will be available for personal questions and conversations with the residents.
 We are trying to cover the main crime areas for the prevention of problems directed to our area of East Orange County.
An example of why we selected the narcotics subject!

 This picture, depicts a problem in our community!

A short time back, an observant Fairways Watch helper,found this small packet,on a street, near a driveway.The resident picked up the envelope and called Fairways Watch. --We both agreed, as being suspicious of the contents. Fairways Watch immediately called our narcotics Sargent, in regards to the item. An officer was quickly dispatched to test and pick up the envelope. YEP!----it tested strong positive for ''crystal meth'' 

It's proof positive that stuff is in here!---That is why we are asking all residents to watch and help the sheriff's people.

ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE IS SPENDING A LOT OF TIME AND MONEY TO SPONSOR THIS PROGRAM FOR THE FAIRWAYS!

IN ORDER TO CONTINUE THIS TYPE OF PROGRAMS---WE NEED YOUR ATTENDANCE---PLEASE ATTEND AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR OUR FIRST LINE OF DEFENSE!

BINGO IS BACK---AND IT'S LEGAL

AN OLD FAIRWAYS AMENITY WAS ALMOST                                  LOST!

LOOK AT THAT BIG DISPLAY AND ALL OF THE OPERATING TV SCREENS!

As most residents know ,--after the renovation of the masters,our old BINGO system was not usable with the new electronics installed by Hometown.

 Although HTA offered a new digital bingo system, it was ruled illegal by Florida law.

SO---back to the drawing boards!--Mike and Lynn Englehart, spent a lot of time and energy to work with a Tampa gaming company, in order to reconfigure part of our old equipment.

Everything was done in the PROPER way---a cost of $2500 was required to modify some of the older salvaged equipment. 

 The needed money was properly explained to all residents in detail and a advertised vote was scheduled for our HOA meeting, April 7. 

 The appropriation for the expenditure was passed by a vote of 128 for and 10 against!

FOLKS THIS IS THE WAY OUR HOA SHOULD OPERATE---OUT IN THE OPEN--UP FRONT--NOTHING HELD BACK!

OUR SYSTEM WORKS---WHEN PROPERLY INTRODUCED,AND EXPLAINED TO ALL RESIDENTS!

A special thanks to Mike and lynn---these folks put in endless hours for our Eagle---and now brought back an old institution.

Watch for the announcement of the first bingo  Wednesday under the new system. There may be some time needed for learning how to use this great improvement.

SOME RAYS OF SUNSHINE---WITH MORE WAYS TO COMMUNICATE!

Our 2016 HOA board is working with ways to improve communications within the community.
 Below you will find photo's of one new avenue.

The purpose of these ''alert'' boards are to be used for several important purposes--such as special meetings--[as above]--or situations like ''BOIL WATER''

Shortly our new information FHAOI web site will be on line

A special word about the sign above with the meeting notice.

This resident HOA meeting will be extremely important to every homeowner. Since a filing of a court case by our FHAOI, against HTA,-- there has been all forms of information dispersed out into the community. Much of this information was here-say and some of it was inaccurate. In order to BEST inform the residents,--our attorney, Daniel Perry,--will be appearing in person to talk and respond and answer the questions posed by you the residents.---''NO HOLDS BARRED'' !

 Advance questions written and given to our Randy Muehl,--will be given preference!-- We would expect good manners and courtesy extended to Attorney Perry.

Folks---this is the type of meeting that should be-- EVERYTHING--UP FRONT--NO UN-ANNOUNCED CLANDESTINE MEETINGS''

 I as a board member, can only speak for myself,--no other member.---BUT-- I will never attend an un advertised ''private'' HOA meeting.--Some may argue that there are technical legal reasons permitting such meetings--but in my humble, personal opinion I find closed meetings improper.

Another important item on the agenda is our old beloved Bingo game!

There are funds needed to bring back our LEGAL form of Bingo.The amount is said to be $2500-- All details will be explained by residents that are well informed on the Bingo situation.

COME ONE--COME ALL--BE INFORMED--NOT CONFUSED!