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UCO Reporter, October 2021 Edition, September 24, 2021
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June 1 to November 30
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INSIDE
President's Report..................................2 Delegate Assembly Minutes...................8 Organization News...............................23
Editorial.................................................3 Delegate Assembly Attendance..............8 WPRF News..........................................23 REMINDER
UCO Officer's Reports.............................4 Legal: Life Estates.................................10 The Reader's Corner.............................25
Property Manager's Report....................5 October Tax Talk...................................11 Restaurant Review...............................26 D E LE G AT E M E E T I N G
Treasurer's Report..................................6 October Property News........................12 Nutrition and Health............................28 Friday 10/1/21
Maintenance..........................................6 Palm Beach County News.....................13 No Passport Required...........................32 9:30AM in the Theater
Transportation.......................................6 Clerk Report.........................................15 Fun Facts and Holidays for October......33
Security..................................................7 Around the Bases.................................18 The Cisco Kid........................................34 Email articles & comments:
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Insurance...............................................7 Letters to the Editor.............................19 Think About This..................................35
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.............7 October Club List..................................20 Notables Born in October.....................35
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The President’s
ReportBy Dave Israel Responses re Sale of the
BY: RUTH DREISS AND
Medical Building
DAV E I S R A E L
In the President’s column in the September edition of the UCO so this is not an option). A single group could turn the Village into a
Reporter, we published information regarding the establishment of a religious community, rather than a residential one with activities for all.
synagogue in the CV Medical Building. We requested comments on this They are not a friendly people, preferring to be with their own clan.
item of interest. Following are responses to some of the questions and Using the roads for synagogue access. Concerns about what the
concerns. Roadway Agreement is. Does this mean outsiders will be able to enter?
As of September 10th, 37 responses (10 positive, 27 negative) were So, what is The Roadway Agreement?
received regarding the purchase of the Medical Building. As mentioned In January of 1994, UCO entered into a Roadway Agreement with
in that column, a request for a meeting with UCO, by the attorney and Village Management, Inc., WPRF and DX Properties, now collectively
his three resident clients was made in July. That meeting was held, where WPRF Inc. This is the Management organization of our Recreation
the following was presented: Facility. The purpose of the Roadway Agreement was to transfer title of
The proposal was to buy the building and use approximately 10,000 sq. the roads to UCO while reserving easement rights for ingress and egress
ft. on the lower floor for the purpose of a Chassidic synagogue and library to the various WPRF employees and business guests.
(for use of religious books). The synagogue would be open to all resident It has been amended over the years to accommodate the various
orthodox Shabbat observers. Traffic would not be impacted because business entities in the Medical Center, such as Walgreens, etc. If the
driving is forbidden on the Sabbath. As an accessory, the plan includes a congregants of the proposed synagogue were to come from outside the
future swimming pool for their own use in the back of the property. They Village, the Agreement would have to be modified. Also, modification
claim this is not a Mikvah for ritual bathing. would be required to allow the building to be a place of worship and to
The reason for buying the building for their congregants (said to be permit the swimming pool.
150 in season and 50 out of season) is the hardship in crossing Haverhill Suggestion was received that CV should buy the building and collect
Rd. to get to Congregation Aitz Chaim by their elderly worshippers. The the rents. (at what cost?) The last sale of the building was over Seven
businesses in the building would remain because their rents would pay Million Dollars.
for the cost of the building. A direct answer to the question as to whether Increased intensity of use of the building on every day, including
business would be able to be conducted on Saturday was emphatically Saturdays. The Chassidim are known to attend synagogue every day,
YES. Although they are in contract, closing wasn’t expected for two or many times a day. Congestion will be created at a major corner of the
three months which would be about now. Those are the facts presented. Village with foot and vehicular traffic during the week.
Concerns focused predominantly on the same issues. Here are some: One respondent wrote that purchase of the building will not interfere
Once sold, there is no guarantee that businesses would remain. These with the existing synagogues and will create a desire for others to
businesses, particularly Walgreen’s is valuable to all CV residents where become residents. (While this is a positive thought, it is that which is
they pick up their prescriptions and need road access. One respondent feared – the takeover of CV by more Chassidim becoming residents in the
claimed to have experienced the same type of situation elsewhere, where Village. The writer was recognized as one of the buyers who owns units
businesses were boycotted by a group of Chassidim because they were in four areas of the CV).
open on the Sabbath and all of them failed as a result. It is feared that There is an “eruv'' on Haverhill Rd. (a very fine line high in the air,
once the building is sold, there is no guarantee that the businesses will easily mistaken for an electric or telephone wire) connecting CV to
remain. Aitz Chaim, making it one house with no need for a synagogue in the
With two synagogues already close by, every sect cannot be community.
accommodated. Century Village is not a religious community. It is open After all is said, Federal law protects religious classes and prevention
and comprises all faiths where they reside in harmony and worship of the sale is unlikely. When the proposed issue goes to the Planning and
outside. Available space could be leased, so that there would not be full Zoning Dept. for a meeting, it is likely that a bus will be sent from CV
control of the building. (The landlord wants to sell the entire building, with concerned residents.
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Maintenance
Hitting close to home, the exterior painted about every eight (8) years, with off to wet and rust the elements, walking surfaces
unfortunate structural fail- the false belief that all is well. Unfortunately, the like stair treads and walks should be re-caulked
ure in Surfside, Dade Coun- accessible elements, steps, landings, ground-level and painted on a four (4) year plan, thereby per-
ty, with the loss of so many walkways, and the upper floor common walks are forming two things....sealing the joints against
and the demolition of the treated like every other exterior element. run-off and providing a somewhat roughened
remaining three (3) tow- Concrete, a specific blend of cement, sand, ag- surface on the walkway to reduce 'slips and falls'
ers, echoing in the not so gregate of specific size and proportion and the that could place your entire association insur-
distant Miami-Dade Coun- inclusion of water by nature, the ingredient that ance in jeopardy.
ty, the Palm Beach County makes the mixture magical, is very strong, while The roof structure (Southern yellow pine) - nat-
By Dom
Guarnagia Building Dept. is discussing alone is acted upon and subject to stresses caused urally disliked for a snack by termites and ants is
a program to make man- by natural elements that cause fine cracks that a place where moisture accumulates due to 130
datory structural, electrical and plumbing in- widen and absorb water that has a harmful ef- Degree F environment and a dark area, will even-
spections with the end result that the emphasis fect....unless reinforced with mild steel deformed tually succumb to insects decrease the strength
is placed on the structural issues. Completed in rods, placed strategically in the mix, no more and resistance to wind, as well as having the ca-
1972, nearly fifty (50) years ago, the simply-en- than 1 1/2 " from the weathering surface. The pacity to become an 'umbrella' and lift and dis-
gineered compact, inexpensive structures have problem exists when the exterior of the baluster lodge from its intended location allowing rain to
been experiencing strong rays sunshine, raven- or stair tread, or railing exposed to the elements wet the insulation and Sheetrock ceilings on the
ous ant and termite infestations, annual smoke receive run-off from successive showers and the top floor.
from the sugar plantations, strong winds from in- re-bars are exposed to water and 'rust' becomes
creasingly severe and frequent wind storms and the end result. Time and nature are the enemy of our attempts
Sahara Desert wind-blown pelting to the roofing Rusty iron or steel swell in volume and sur- to conquer, using yesterday's methodology of
material. render their strength in the process, thereby practices and materials. When your roof needs
Warranted for twenty (20) years, but actually creating damaging expansive forces that cause shingle replacement, consider having the Con-
serviceable for between twelve (12) and sixteen cracking, compromised strength (weakness) and tractor create an observation hole in the sheath-
(16) years, at best, showing the most reliable ef- if allowed, the demise of the exterior when least ing, above one exterior wall to visually inspect
fects of the semi-tropical environment, re-roof- expected, collapsed-causing personal injury, at whether or not the roof trusses are held in place
ing is the simplest evidence that environmen- least. While painting vertical surfaces, the build- with a "Steel Strap", conforming to the PBC
tal damages may be occurring simultaneously, ing walls, every eight (8) years, suffices the situ- Building Code, or merely "toe-nailed" with spikes
unseen. Visible cracks that appear on the stuc- ation, caulking gaps where one concrete element then making the correction that avoids a strong
co-clad exterior walls are merely caulked and the is resting upon another with gaps that allow run- wind causing tremendously expensive damages.
Transportation
Although no Transportation
meeting was held in September,
it should be noted that two bids
for a new bus contract have been
received, as previously announced,
and waiting to be opened for the
selection of the company that will
win the bus contract as of January
1, 2022.
The two wheelchair equipped buses that have been
leased are running through the end of the year, until the
entire fleet will be so equipped at the beginning of the
new contract.
In answer to inquiries, please also note that no
excursion buses are anticipated through the end of this
year.
OCTOBER 2021 | UCO REPORTER | PAGE 7
Security
Hi Folks. Well we have problem: We have some "Unsavory" characters trespassing. Meanwhile the person that called
had a little action here for living here. I received a report of a panhandler in this bad guy has had their call in privileges
the last few months and I scaring unit owners.This goes back to the reason revoked. All this goes to background checking
am just going to touch on why you need to screen your buyers before your owners BEFORE they move in !!! This will
a few things. First, people allowing them to move in! Not only was this save you and your neighbors a lot of grief down
are still NOT locking their resident asking for gas money, food, etc. but the the road.
doors on their cars and resident does NOT pay back what they borrow! Meanwhile I would like to thank the people
their unit doors. I don't I understand that they are making a tidy sum that have called in reports to me about things
By George know what it is going to from their residents. DO NOT LOAN MONEY!! going on in their buildings. Some I was able to
Franklin take to get residents to But they always give the excuse they are waiting help and others their problem was civil and
comply with this. Very easy for money to come in HA! involved their boards. Some of you need to
to push a car button that A bigger problem is some people that are hold elections from the complaints I have been
says lock and you are all set. REMOVE articles "Dopers" are getting into the Village and are getting. But I gave the correct advice. One last
from the vehicle if you are not using it. Can't be being called in from the system. I checked and item -- if you hear or see something and are not
any plainer than that. caught one resident doing this. It took some time sure what to do CALL 9-1-1 then Security. Do not
If you are having guests put away your jewelry. and he was chased away. I called the Sheriff's be afraid to call PBSO. And again thanks for
I don't care if it is family or not. They steal too. Office and they picked up this bad guy across the the information that is being called in to me. It
Now onto the biggies. The "Door Knob Jigglers" street at Citgo. Turns out the bad guy has quite works as there have been arrests made.
were at it again. Keep your unit doors locked if a "Rap" sheet. Bad guy was warned if they come Meanwhile, be safe and secure out there and
you are inside! More so if not. A more serious on to property again they will be arrested for keep those calls coming in! Thanks again.
Insurance
Many Changes Coming in the Insurance Environment
It’s been quite a while large property losses, hurricanes, Surfside. it will save your unit owners money on their
since I took pen to paper, What does this mean for us? Homeowners’ policies and it will be a resource
or more correctly, fingers The premiums for the major lines of business for getting useful information about the age and
to keyboard. But the will be going up, primarily property and liability. wind worthiness of your roof.
changes that are coming In the last ten years, we’ve used our size and loss Also, if you’ve done significant improvements
are significant -- one’s for control methods to stabilize losses and claims. and repairs to your Associations, such as major
you and your Associations But this will not be enough in this current concrete work, new railings, updated your
and for me not to tell you climate. walkways etc., please let us know. All of these
By Toni would not be the right Our properties are older and require more things indicate an Association that’s proactive in
Salometo thing to do. maintenance and upkeep to keep them claim maintaining their properties.
Many things, events, for free. Many Associations have invested their One last bit of info before I stop for this month.
lack of better words, have reduced yearly premiums on upkeep and their The Insurance Committee has chosen a new
led to where we are now in the Florida insurance lack of claims reflect this - other Associations are agent for 2022. It is Assured Partners, Phil Masi
markets. poorly maintained and their claims reflect that. is the President. We look forward to working
PANDEMIC – COVID-19 Has caused a lack of Poor loss ratios will reflect in your premiums. with Phil and his team. In October, many of
stability in Global markets. Fewer markets. In addition, those better Associations will be us will have an opportunity to personally meet
CLIMATE CHANGE – More ‘natural’ disasters, in a more advantageous position when the Palm Fred Sabastian, Safety Engr. with Assured
floods, fires – more frequent and destructive Beach County Dept. of Planning, etc. implements Partners. He and his group will be inspecting
hurricanes. a recertification program that they are working our properties from the 11th to the 22nd.
FLORIDA INSURANCE MARKET – Fewer on. It is only a matter of time. As usual, any questions, concerns, please either
markets because of losses, poor claim climate, In the meantime, keep doing the good things call or email --
questionable legislation. you are currently doing. If you have a new roof, 561 683-9189 – ucoinsurance@gmail.com.
FLORIDA CLAIMS CLIMATE – Potential for don’t forget to get a new Mitigation Report – Have a great month.
The Bad: Atlantic Broadband is already According to Atlantic Broadband: “We are sumers by telling them they would pay one
charging CV internet customers $5.25 “Hi- dedicated to keeping you connected to ev- price and then charging them more.....Compa-
Speed Internet Recovery Fee”, a fee not men- erything you love online and onscreen...Fee nies must clearly disclose all added fees and
tioned in the ABB – CV “Installation and Dis- Changes Effective 9/1/21 ….High-Speed charges to Washingtonians."
tribution Agreement”, and found illegal by Network Recovery Fee increase of $3.89. In December, 2018, the Network Recovery
Washington and Oregon: “Washington And This supports critical maintenance activities Fee was $2.75: Offer expires 3/15/2018. Addi-
Oregon Fine CenturyLink For Completely Bo- and updates to our network infrastructure to tional services, such as the High Speed Net-
gus Broadband Fees” deliver vital connectivity for homes and busi- work Recovery Fee currently at $2.75, are sub-
[ h t t p s : // w w w. t e c h d i r t . c o m / a r t i - nesses. ject to increases.
cles/20200107/07425643691/washington-or- (https://atlanticbb.com/sites/default/files/ (https://atlanticbb.com/sites/default/files/
egon -f ine - centur ylink- completely-bo - abb-rate-increase-002.pdf) tiny_mce/files/Website_Promo_Disclaim-
gus-broadband-fees.shtml According to the ten-year contract between ers_3_6_18_Changes.pdf
(See my article on the Our Village blog, Au- ABB and CV , the stated rates we select ($18,
gust 31st) $22, $44 for fast, faster, and fastest speeds) That's a $6.39 increase in two and one-half
The Ugly: Atlantic Broadband now plans already guarantee us maintenance and connec- years. Our contract with Atlantic Broadband
to add $3.89 to the $5.25, totaling $9.14, more tivity. has eight years remaining – if we renew in
than half the $17.99 basic Internet rate for As the Washington Attorney General Bob June of each year.
CV'ers. Ferguson stated: “"CenturyLink deceived con-
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WELLINGTON F 2/2
NEW LISTINGS Updated, furnished penthouse with long water views renovated
CANTERBURY F CORNER 2nd floor1/1½ updated, open concept, Tile kitchen with granite counters,high-hat lighting and tile floors
throughout, washer and dryer in unit, steps to pool , private sitting area for
building residents $79,900 $169,900
HASTINGS A 2nd floor 2/ 1½ Light and bright, view of the canal, pet friend-
ly building, washer/dryer in unit Across from fitness center $86,700
NORWICH F GROUND FLOOR, 2/2 Pet friendly building, updated kitchen, CHATHAM S 2/1.5 BEST VIEW IN VILLAGE!!!!!
Tile throughout light and bright sunroom off the master $79,900 Watch the sailboats go by WOW!!!!! PANORAMIC LAKE VIEWS
SHEFFIELD D CORNER, GROUND FLOOR 2/2 , with water views, tile FROM LIGHT AND BRIGHT CORNER Stunning modern
throughout close to fitness center $79,900 porcelain tile, upgraded throughout $89,900
SHEFFIELD H CORNER, Elegant 2/1½ 2nd floor in pet friendly building
updated kitchen & Baths, stainless steel appliances, private sitting area for
building residents $84,900
PLYMOUTH F 2/1.5
SHEFFIELD G Corner, 2/1½ Turnkey! updated, furnished, light & bright
Great association $84,900
One of the largest units in C V CORNER, 2/2 with Huge
wraparound porch, light and bright tiled throughout, washer and
--STRATFORD K 2ND FLOOR 2/2 STUNNING WATER VIEW FROM NEW dryers included steps to pool $135,000
PATIO, LOVELY ASSOCIATION $107,000
STRATFORD D 2nd floor 2/2 needs TLC, sitting area by the lake for building
residents, Make this your home $74,900
DOVER
CHATHAM S CORNER, ground floor 2/1½ on the lake, the most beautiful
spot in CV , Watch the boats go by $89,900 ‘’C” -1 BEDROOM,11⁄2 BATH Updated all white, furnished, double
sing, tile throughout Huge waterfront patio $117,000
GOLFS EDGE E 2nd floor, 2/2, light and bright, very private with garden
view, water included in monthly maintenance $89,900 ‘’C” -1 BEDROOM,11⁄2 BATH Ground floor, updated kitchen and
bathrooms, new furniture $94,900
BERKSHIRE D CORNER, 2/1½ waterview, updates throughout, walk to the
pool $69,900
GREENBRIER C Large Penthouse 2/2 great views, tile throughout, steps to
pool $94,999 PLYMOUTH
SOMERSET F CORNER 2nd floor, 2/2 with water views, steps to pool and “R”-1 BEDROOM, 2 BATH GROUND FLOOR CORNER WITH
tennis courts $84,900 WRAP AROUND PATIO! Must see this stunning renovation!!
CHATHAM M CORNER ground floor 2/2 renovated with beautiful water Marble,granite,never used appliances,Kosher kitchen,W/D
views $104,900 hookup, all tile Light and bright Walk to pool and clubs from
great location $119,000
WELLINGTON L-LAKEFRONT2/2
Many upgrades, Central air conditioning, building has lift. Light and
2/2 Penthouse luxury condo, light and bright, tiled throughout, GREENBRIER
lovely plantation shutters, water view, Great building with a lovely bright, freshly painted, new tile floors throughout, new kitchen, new
“C”- 2/2, AMAZING VIEW FROM TOP FLOOR!! Oversized, easy
sitting area $149,900 baths,
walk serene garden and
to clubhouse,tile view.updates
Rent from day one . . . . . . . . . . . . . $95,000
throughout . . $64,900
LEGAL
Emergency Powers for Condominiums
BY MARK FRIEDMAN, FLORIDA BAR CERTIFIED AS A SPECIALIST
I N C O N DO M I N I U M AN D PL AN N E D DE V E LO PM E N T L AW
The emer- phone, real-time videoconferenc- state of emergency is declared. The ited to that time reasonably nec-
gency pow- ing, or similar real-time electronic previous statute only specifically essary to protect the health, safe-
ers section or video communication with no- mentioned a “disaster plan.” ty, and welfare of the association
of the Condominium Act has been tice given as is practicable, includ- The board may rely on the ad- and the unit owners and the unit
the subject of much attention and ing publication, radio, U.S. mail, vice of emergency management of- owners’ family members, tenants,
debate over the past two years as the Internet, electronic transmis- ficials or public health officials or guests, agents, or invitees and
the COVID-19 pandemic required sion, public service announce- licensed professionals otherwise shall be reasonably necessary to
boards to attempt to balance the ments, and conspicuous posting available to the board to determine mitigate further damage, injury, or
interests and rights of owners on the condominium property or any portion of the condominium contagion and make emergency re-
against safeguarding its residents. association property or any other property or association property pairs. This means (and has meant)
The amendments to the statute are means the board deems reasonable unavailable for entry or occupancy that a board’s emergency powers
summarized as follows: under the circumstances. by unit owners, family members, may extend beyond the expiration
The board can use emergency The previous statute included a tenants, guests, agents, or invitees of the state’s state of emergency de-
powers in response to damage or number of emergency powers re- to protect the health, safety, or pending on the circumstances in a
injury caused by or anticipated in lated to implementing a disaster welfare of such persons. The previ- particular community.
connection with an emergency, as plan, determining whether the ous statute did not mention “public
defined in section 252.34(4), Flori- condominium property can be health officials”. Mark D. Friedman, B.C.S. is rec-
da Statutes. The term “emergency” safely inhabited or occupied, mit- The board may mitigate injury ognized as a Board Certified Spe-
is now defined in section 252.34(4), igating further damage, and con- or contagion and may contract, on cialist in Condominium and Planned
Florida Statutes, as any occurrence, tracting for the items or services behalf of any unit owner or own- Development Law by the Florida
or threat thereof, whether natural, necessary to prevent further dam- ers, for items or services which are Bar. This article is intended for ed-
technological, or manmade, in war age to the condominium property. necessary to prevent further injury ucational purposes only and is not
or in peace, which results in or may The new law amends these provi- or contagion, including, without meant as legal advice. Before im-
result in substantial injury or harm sions by adding language which limitation, sanitizing the condo- plementing emergency powers your
to the population or substantial clarifies that such powers can be minium property or association community should consult with your
damage to or loss of property. used to address issues that may property. The previous statute only association legal counsel to ensure
The board may exercise its emer- arise because of a pandemic or a mentioned mitigating “damage” that you are properly implementing
gency powers to conduct board public health emergency. For in- and contracting for items or ser- such authority. Mr. Friedman may
meetings, committee meetings, stance: The board may implement vices necessary to prevent further be reached at MFriedman@becker-
elections, and membership meet- an emergency plan before, during “damage.” lawyers.com.
ings, in whole or in part by tele- or following the event for which a The emergency powers are lim-
October Tax Talk ment that can open, scan and sort thousands of
payments every hour. To ensure your payment is
processed without delay, please make sure that
all information is included on your check, as list-
ANNE M. GANNON ed below. Personal checks can be rejected by our
C O N S T I T U T I O N A L TA X C O L L E C T O R P B C processing machines if information is missing,
which can lead to delays in processing your pay-
Have you ever been running errands or perhaps just all 2,386 square miles of Palm Beach County. ment. Do not enclose paper clips, tape, staples
having one of those days and you bump into an old We are dedicated to ensuring this process goes or anything else in the envelope, as these items
friend? At first, it might feel like an inopportune time smoothly for our clients, many of whom may be also delay processing times. Just enclose the pay-
to chat, but then your friend new to our community and unfamiliar with the ment stub and the check payment as instructed
simply asks, “how are you?” As discounts and payment options we offer. on your bill! Failure to follow these instructions
we all maneuver through these Property tax payments can be made beginning can result in your payment being returned for
challenging times, we need to November 1. We offer money-saving discounts correction, and discount ineligibility if the new
ranging from 4% to 1% to clients who pay their payment is not received within the discount ex-
remember to stop and ask our
taxes early (see the chart on the next page). Prop- piration date.
friends, colleagues, neighbors,
erty taxes fund critical public services through-
and others, “how are you do-
out our community and must be paid by March Personal Check Payment Check List:
ing?” 31 to avoid delinquency.
For me and my team, it is just 1. Include month, day and year.
We recommend that you pay online at www. 2. Make check payable to “Tax Collector, PBC.”
as important for us to ask you: how are we doing? As pbctax.com/pay-online for the quickest process- 3. Include total in U.S. dollars and cents.
we strive to deliver unparalleled service to you, our ing time. You can access our website and pay- 4. Fully write out the dollars and cents.
clients, we understand that we can only do that with ment portal 24/7, from wherever your work or 5. Include Property Control Number (PCN)
your help. Your feedback helps us understand what travels take you! You can also pay by e-Check, a Or Tangible Personal Property Account Number.
is not working and how we can improve. It also vali- free electronic payment option. Be sure to have 6. Sign your name.
dates when our processes are working well. your bank account and routing numbers handy
So, the next time you have business with our office, when paying online with e-Check. Mail Your Property Tax Payment:
you will receive a text message or email stating, “The Enclosed with your property tax bill, you’ll find Use the pre-addressed envelope enclosed with
Tax Collector wants your feedback.” It takes fewer information about our Installment Payment Plan your bill. Do not write anything additional on
than five minutes to complete the survey and the in- (IPP). The plan allows clients to be billed in four the envelope or use tape or staples to seal it. Af-
formation you share with us is invaluable. payments during the year, with a discount of just fix correct postage and drop it in the mail!
You can also visit our website, www.pbctax.com/ under 4%. For the 2021 tax year, the deadline to
enroll in the IPP was April 30, 2021. Starting No- Drop Off Your Property Tax Payment:
survey and participate in our online survey. Simply
vember 1, you can enroll in IPP for the 2022 tax In-Person Drop Off:
select the department or service you recently uti-
year. For more information about property tax, Each Tax Collector Service Center has a Drop-
lized and answer a few short questions to help us
visit https://www.pbctax.com/real-estate-prop- Box located in the lobby which is accessible
serve you better. erty-tax without an appointment, Mon.-Fri.,8:15 a.m.–
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In the August UCO Reporter, David Israel wrote about the At-
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Editor
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Internet will no longer pay a separate fee, but it means everyone
pays extra, even those who do not use ABB for Internet or do not
use Internet at all. Both articles stated we will be losing all Starz
channels. In this proposal we lose Starz but get a rate increase. That
Hi To All, the Article in David's Blog by Richard Handelsman means we are paying more for less.
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Saturated Fat
BY JE AN I E W. F R I E D M AN, M S R D LD / N
You’ve heard of saturated fat over • Sausage way to take charge of your health.
the years. But what exactly is it? • Chicken with skin
The term saturated fat refers to its • Ice cream and milkshakes • Limit saturated fats by
chemical bonds. • Pastries like croissants, pies, substituting healthier fats like olive
A healthy diet does need to include cream puffs, strudel oil, canola,
some fat, ideally lower in saturated • Cakes, including cheesecake • Include a variety of fruits and
fat and higher in polyunsaturated • Cheese vegetables
and monounsaturated fat. Fat is • Palm oil, coconut oil, butter • Enjoy fruit-based desserts over
necessary for your body to make fatty cakes, pies and other pastries
hormones, to help keep you warm Consuming too much saturated fat • Trim the fat from your cuts of
and comfortable, and in providing can lead to several bodily changes. meat. Remember to remove the
some cushioning for your organs. For one thing, over time, that extra skin from poultry.
Your body can absorb some saturated fat can gradually build up • Swap out leaner cuts of meat for
vitamins more efficiently when in your blood and lead to clogged fattier cuts. Instead of ribeye or
there is some fat in your diet. Fat arteries. This in turn can increase Porterhouse steaks, try sirloin tip or
in your food can also contribute to a your risk of strokes. top round steak. you can have greater control over fat
feeling of fullness and satisfaction. Fat, in general, is more • Have salmon, cod, or other fish content. Look for lower fat recipes.
Keep in mind fat is a concentrated calorie-dense than protein or rich in healthy fats once or twice a • Include more plant-based
energy source for your body and carbohydrates. The extra fat in week to cut down on fatty meat proteins in your meals
consuming too much can lead to your diet could result in many more • Limit highly-processed junk -help stretch cost of meat while
unwanted weight gain. calories and then unwanted weight food like cookies and chips and lowering saturated fat
Saturated fat is commonly found gain. Obesity is a risk factor for replace these with healthier choices -for example, 25%-50% of ground
in a wide range of foods; mostly many medical conditions, including for snacking: low-fat yogurt, fruit, beef, add in softened lentils
from animal sources and baked heart disease, diabetes, strokes, raw vegetables with dips
goods. cancer, and diseases of the liver and • If you crave something sweet, Jeanie W. Friedman is a Registered
Many foods can be a source of kidneys. perhaps making healthier cookies Dietitian and nutritionist licensed
saturated fat. Unfortunately, these There are many ways to cut or cakes from scratch may provide in the State of Florida. This article
usually are the flavorful and tasty down on how much saturated fat satisfaction without sacrificing is intended for educational purposes
foods that most people love to eat: you eat. By being mindful of your health. Simply by swapping out only and is not intended as a
• Bacon choices and portions and by making some of the oil or butter in the recipe substitute for consultation with your
• Meat, including beef, pork substitutions you can be on your with applesauce or mashed bananas health care professional.
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The Act 2 Repertory Theater group, ribbean to the UK, from Africa to the rooms, dressers were kept busy assist- magnificent job in the construction
a Century Village performing club that Far East, and from all across Europe. ing the singers and dancers with fast of many of the bright and attractive
has orchestrated over a dozen shows This show is directed by Kitty Gragg costume changes. I don’t know how costume pieces.
for the entertainment of our Village and is co-produced by John Gragg some of the performers made it out The entire cast opens and closes
residents, held a dress rehearsal last along with musical Director Steve, on time with mics in hand when the with musical numbers. You don’t re-
week for their upcoming number, No who smoothly blends multiple songs music started for the next number, alize how many people it takes to put
Passport Required. This reporter got into one act, keeping a steady rhythm but they did; so kudos to the back- on a show until you see the entourage
to attend this delightful musical trip and pace as the show progresses from stage folks. strung across our huge theater stage.
around the world which is the brain- one part of the world to the next. And did I mention the costumes? If you haven’t seen one of Act 2’s of-
child of Kitty Gragg. Her talented Many of the members have musical Kitty has arranged a dazzling array of ferings, don’t miss the one coming up
group, consisting of 40-plus Century and/or performance backgrounds, colorful, authentic-looking clothing this fall. Their last show got a stand-
Village senior citizens, did a quality some quite extensive, which brings an that add to the pageantry. You will ing ovation, and I look forward to see-
job in this 90-minute theater-worthy added layer of talent and dimension find Dutch shoes, Bollywood veils, ing many of you at No Passport Re-
offering. This crew’s shows, which are to the production. Cleopatra and King Tut attire, a cuck- quired which will be performed in the
months in the making, have always I got a chance to peek at the back- oo clock, Asian fans, Russian hats, Af- theater on November 14th at 7:00 PM.
entertained but frankly they outdid stage workings and I have to tell you it rican chest pieces, Philippine twirling Tickets are available for $3. This act-
themselves with this vibrant inter- is impressive in its complexity. A large ribbons… too many to mention in this ing club does not charge membership
national production. It consists of an stage crew consisting of four commu- column. You just have to see them to dues and as a result the group must
interesting mix of popular musical nication/technical coordinators, sev- believe it. I know from personal expe- absorb the entire cost of the produc-
selections, along with impressive and eral prop wranglers, two curtain per- rience that some members get togeth- tion. Proceeds from the ticket sales
quite beautiful dance numbers cho- sons, and three mic handlers made er to construct the outfits and paint are used to offset the cost of costumes
reographed by the very talented Na- the entire operation run without a props, and believe me when I tell and props so that Act 2 may continue
talia Bragarnik. With songs both in hitch. In addition, there was a stage you that that alone takes weeks, but to provide Century Village with quali-
English and foreign languages, many manager on both the men’s and wom- I have to mention one newcomer by ty entertainment.
of the countries around the world are en’s side making sure the performers name: Not only does member Joy Van
represented with pieces from the Ca- went out on time. In the changing Arnam sing and dance, but she did a
OCTOBER 2021 | UCO REPORTER | PAGE 33
The beer-swilling Bavari- October has just one birthstone – as well as being quite intense, yet
an festival Octoberfest takes the Opal which was valued by the imaginative people.
place every year in Munich, Ancient Romans as the most price-
Germany. The festival usually less of all gems. Those born in Oc- October has strikingly differ-
runs from mid-September until tober come under one or two very ent birth flowers – the cosmos and
the Sunday of the first weekend different star signs. If born before marigold. The cosmos is representa-
in October. It wouldn’t be Octo- October 23d, you have the sign of tive of the joy one finds in peach and
ber without Halloween which is Libra. Those born on October 23rd love, as well as representing peace.
celebrated on October 31st by or later have the sign of Scorpio. The marigold, otherwise known as
dressing up in costumes or Libras are said to value harmony the calendula, is said to be a symbol
disguises, going door-to- and diplomacy, and are said to be of tranquility, grace and grief.
door receiving gifts of food, both intelligent and kind. Scorpios
like today’s children dress- are quite different, valuing trust As you can see, October is a pretty
ing up and receiving treats. and honesty above all other things, fantastic time of year.
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The pair saw a lot of action together,
The Television Programs but relatively little gunplay. Usually,
One of television’s earliest western Cisco’s fast draw was to shoot the gun
series produced with the younger out of the bad guy’s hand.
viewer in mind, The Cisco Kid was The ready, fun-loving camarade-
also the first filmed TV adventure rie between Cisco and Pancho was
series seen during those early years what made the series really work. 156
when shows were usually broadcast half-hour episodes were filmed by Ziv
live. Television. Surprisingly, all of them
The hero of this very popular ad- are in color, although most stations
venture program was a Mexican ad- showed them in black & white during
venturer called the Cisco Kid, played the 1950s. According to the experts
Epilogue: by Duncan Renaldo. The Kid roamed the best line in all the shows was:
The Cisco Kid is based on the fic- the West on his horse, Diablo, with “Many times we come face to face
tional Western character created by his trusted sidekick, Pancho (Leo with a horseman,” says Cisco. “He is
O. Henry in his short story "The Ca- Carrillo), who rode a horse called not a pretty horseman. He is Death!”
ballero's Way", published in 1907 in Loco, at his side. The Cisco Kid.
the collection Heart of the West. Al- Renaldo was in his fifties when The
though in O. Henry's original story, Cisco Kid was filmed and Carrillo Reflections:
he was a non-Hispanic character and was in his seventies, but this did not I spoke to my son, Bruce the other
a cruel outlaw, he was transformed make them any less dashing or he- day about my article on the Cisco Kid
by Hollywood as a Latin persona. In roic, and Cisco and Pancho avenged and his sidekick played by Leo Carril-
2008, Arizona State college professors the wronged and fought the bad guys lo. He informed me that Carrillo was
Nevins and Keller, published a book with great gusto. a leader in the Mexican-American
titled, “The Cisco Kid-American Hero, community for many years and was
Hispanic Roots.” The book traces Cis- responsible for many land preserva-
co’s Hispanic roots. The authors argue tion projects. Carrillo may not be a
that mainstream American culture household name by any standards,
and the Hispanic community made but his accomplishments outside of
the character into a cultural phe- film and radio to Californians should
nomenon, producing a new persona would wear that throughout the TV not be ignored in this article.
which the authors refer to as a “noble series that followed. What’s interest- Leo Carrillo was born on August 6,
bandit, a robber and outlaw elevated ing about Gilbert Roland’s Cisco of 1881 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
to the status of avenger and champion the mid-late 40s is that Roland was He was an actor, known for 20 Mule
of social justice. This notion is contin- far better than the material, which is Team (1940), The Guilty Generation
ually exemplified through the Cisco a decided plus. (1931) and The Cisco Kid (1950). He
Kid films and more recently with the was married to Edith Shakespear
movie “The Cisco Kid, made in 1994 Radio: Haeselbarth. He died on September
starring Jimmy Smits and Cheech The Cisco Kid came to radio Octo- 10, 1961 in Santa Monica, California.
Marin and made the Cisco Kid into a ber 2, 1942, with Jackson Beck in the For all the stereotypical Latinos he
proto-Chicano.” title role and Louis Sorin as Pancho portrayed on screen, Leo Carrillo was
with Vicki Vola and Bryna Raeburn actually an intelligent, literate man,
Movies: Cisco and Pancho the scion of an old, respected Los An-
in supporting roles and Michael Rye
The character, beginning in the si- announcing. The show continued on geles family who could trace his heri-
lent film era with William R. Dunn mutual radio until 1945. The follow- Fat old Pancho was always ready tage back to the conquistadores.
portraying the Cisco Kid in The Ca- ing year the series started up again with a crack and some fractured En- Leo Carrillo State Beach, locat-
ballero's Way (1914), followed by The glish that kids loved to imitate (“Cee- ed west of Malibu along the Pacific
Border Terror (1919). Warner Baxter Coast Highway, was named in honor
won an Oscar for his portrayal of the of Leo Carrillo. In addition to acting,
Cisco Kid in the early sound film In Leo Carrillo also took a special inter-
Old Arizona (1928), directed by Ir- est in conservation and preservation.
ving Cummings and Raoul Walsh, He served on the California Beach
The movie series with Cesar Romero and Parks Commission for eighteen
in the title role began with The Cisco years, and played a key role in the
Kid and the Lady (1939), and Duncan state's acquisition of Hearst Castle at
Renaldo took over the reins in 1945 San Simeon, the Los Angeles Arbo-
with The Cisco Kid Returns which retum, and the Anza-Borrego Desert
also introduced the Kid’s best known State Park. Carrillo was eventually
side-kick “Pancho.” made a Goodwill Ambassador by the
Gilbert Roland played the character Governor. Proud of his heritage and
in a half-dozen 1946-1947 movies be- accomplishments, Leo Carrillo wrote
ginning with the “The Gay Cavalier” a book entitled The California I Love,
Renaldo then returned to the role published in 1961 just before his death
with Leo Carrillo as Pancho. They from cancer.
made five films with Rinaldo wearing
the “Charro” suit in the final film. He Duncan Renaldo.
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