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VOL. 41 ISSUE
VOL. 37 ISSUE 116 •• OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OFUNITED
UNITEDCIVIC
CIVIC ORGANIZATION
ORGANIZATION OF OF CENTURY
CENTURY VILLAGE,
VILLAGE, WESTWEST
PALMPALM
BEACH,BEACH, FLORIDA
FLORIDA • JUNE2018
• NOVEMBER 2022
Est. 1982
June 19
Hurricane Season begins June 1. Be Prepared!
INSIDE
President's Report..................................2 Delegate Assembly Attendance............10 Restaurant Review...............................26
Newcomer Meeting................................2 Legal: Powers of the Association.............11 Nutrition and Health............................27 REMINDER
Editorial.................................................3 June Tax Talk........................................12 Class Schedule......................................29
UCO Officer's Reports.............................4 June Property News.............................14 Around the Bases.................................31 D E LE G AT E M E E T I N G
Property Manager's Report....................5 Palm Beach County News.....................15 The Reader's Corner.............................33
Treasurer's Report..................................6 Proper Disposal of a Worn Flag.............16 Letters to the Editor.............................35 Friday 7/1/22
Maintenance..........................................6 CV Residents on the Move Again..........18 Children's Radio Shows........................36 9:30AM in the Theater
Transportation.......................................6 Organization News...............................20 Humor: Double Meanings....................37
Security..................................................7 June Club List.......................................22 Incorporation: It's the Law...................38 Email articles & comments:
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WPRF News............................................7 Notables Born in June..........................24 Entertainment.....................................39
Minutes Delegate Assembly...................8 Fun Facts and Holidays for June...........24
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The President’s
ReportBy Dave Israel UCO’s 40th
Anniversary
BY DAV E I S R A E L
The first edition of the UCO Reporter was dated May 1982. In that became the responsibility of UCO, representing the unit owners. This
edition, the first President of UCO, Philip Sokol wrote; “At long was just the beginning, as over the years UCO took on the vast majority
last, Century Village has acquired something which has been of investigation(s) of new unit owner applicants, management of the
sadly lacking all the years since its inception -- a United Civic gatehouses and maintenance of the main roadway system, including
Organization which truly represents and speaks for all of its bringing the main ring road to County Code, so that an agreement with
residents” PBSO could be concluded to provide law enforcement services to the
So, as UCO turns 40 we reflect on what have been the results. Village.
One could look at UCO functions as bifurcated into two distinct parts. Very early on, the original master TV antenna was supplanted by UCO
Dealing with “Management”, meaning Benenson/WPRF, and of course, negotiated cable contracts which, with the advances in technology, now
major issues of Village infrastructure. Be mindful that before UCO was includes high-speed Internet.
created, Management handled virtually all Village operations. It was UCO has become the negotiating principal in dealing with
believed by many that the unit owners could handle many functions Management, and currently relations have been somewhat fractious.
more efficiently and cost effectively. The point of the spear is the UCO Operations Committee. We are in
Initially there were many cooperative meetings with Management, one arbitration and litigation with Management over major costs involving
of the first was on key matters of security. the HVAC system in the clubhouse. The Recreation Lease which requires
Following a series of meetings with Village Management, UCO the residents to pay for “each, every and all '' costs of operation and
representatives arrived at agreement on a new contract covering Security maintenance of the recreation facility, is being called into question as
Services and Maintenance and Lighting of the Roadways. being overreaching and excessive. It is likely that a judge will decide on
The next major accomplishment by UCO was to negotiate a security this matter, and only time will tell whether the court will find the lease
fence around the Village. At that time, Management owned the golf egregious and unfairly one-sided.
course, and contributed 14% of the cost of the fence, covering about 2200 So, as we consider the 40th Anniversary of your UCO and our scope
feet. and responsibilities on behalf of our CV Unit owners, I would say that
In due course, UCO assumed control of the transportation system after UCO has been of great service to the unit owners of CV, and we in UCO
Judge Poulton declared it to be a common expense. look forward to ever improving service to our community.
Security, Fencing, Transportation, the basics of Village operations all
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Treasurer's Report
Congregation Anshei Sho- known shortly. kets changed a little, and while most banks on
lom has been a part of Cen- I have been consistently following the inter- their deposits and their guaranteed CD’S are
tury Village’s life for over 50 est rate market to try to maximize the interest earning much less than one percent, a one-year
years. For instance, when the earned on our cash on hand of over $10,000,000. government Treasury Bill is earning somewhat
clubhouse was closed be- Unfortunately, over the last year because of the less than two percent. Recognizing that interest
cause of major repair work, extremely low current interest rates, UCO earned rates vary and different scenarios as to structure
the temple was used for the less than $10,000. Now however, the banks are the investment such as laddering (different ma-
Delegate Assembly. While it paying around one-half of one percent on cash turity dates), the investment is available. I feel
By Ed was well known that the con- deposits and CD’s Treasury bills now are earning that UCO investing approximately fifty percent
Grossman
gregation's members were far superior rates. of its ten million-plus cash reserves (five million
decreasing and it was having financial difficul- Because of this opportunity on Treasury Bills, dollars) is conservative and can earn between
ties, it came as somewhat of a shock that a bid for I presented my plan to the Officers’ Committee seventy-five to eighty-five thousand dollars for
sale was made for $500,000. When I heard this, meeting on April 28, 2022, I attached a Mor- the year. UCO has presented my plan to Rod Ten-
I immediately suggested that UCO act and place gan Stanley example for clarification purposes. nyson, UCO’s lawyer, for review.
a bid also. The plan is to avail UCO to earn interest on a The current United States Current inflation
I presented the purchase of the synagogue at super-secure instrument for the first time in rate is at an all-time high and UCO must be ex-
the last Delegate Assembly and the delegates over a year. UCO’s bylaws limit us to invest in tremely conservative in its spending. I have em-
overwhelmingly voted to approve UCO to ex- banks and CD’S only to the extent that they are barked on an extreme review as to its current
plore the feasibility of the purchase, including guaranteed by the F.D.I.C. The going interest and future expenditures.
legality and the condition of the property. UCO rates for well over a year precluded UCO from God Bless America
has commenced. The results should be made earning more than $7,000. Fortunately, the mar- God Bless Century Village
Maintenance
Hurricane Season wall and wrapped up, over and down along the truss
Starts June 1st Three Story Structures: There are eight (8) be secured to 'top of the wall' was in place. The antic-
With "new" residents mov- buildings with "Flat" roofs and parapets that sur- ipated result was true....the attachments were merely
ing here, the significance of round the edge of the structure. The AC unit is cap- 'toe-nailed" spikes that had rusted and the wood ex-
the appearance of El Nino or tured and held within, thus banging them around posed to moisture and perhaps termites was insuffi-
La Nina and its effect on the during the wind. cient to hold the roof truss assembly 'in place' during
number and size of the soon a 'Windstorm" greater in velocity than 130 MPH.
appearing stronger winds Gable, Mansard.and Sloped Roofs: The vast Past articles refer to performing, when a new shin-
have been increasing in num- majority have roofs that vary somewhat, but have gle-roofing strip/apply new material, that a cut-out
By Dom an overhanging extension that creates the 2nd Floor of the plywood sheathing above the wall below be
Guarnagia ber and strength annually.
There is an obvious variety of five (5) ft. projection, front and rear that provides cut-out for a visual inspection to verify the situation
association roof structures and the effects of wind, the upper walkway and the rear porch, open or en- as to what held the roof assembly in place. If there
more so than rain upon the roofs. The following af- closed. This is the part that is an eventual 'uplift' not exists a "strap" then the patch can be re-installed
fects associated with hurricanes, as I see it, are as fol- experienced so far. and the re-roofing process can be completed. If not,
lows. Of the 309 Association buildings, the differing then a swath of sheathing be removed along the area
affects shapes have differing responses to the wind. "GOLFS EDGE" STRUCTURES: The struc- above the area of the strap and the proper "Strap" be
tures that create the Golfs Edge Association are installed. The removed Plywood sheathing can be
Four Story Structures: There are twenty-one constructed primarily of wood. With future storms re-inserted and the roofing installed. Finally, when
(21) buildings and two (2) three-story ones that have expected to be of greater intensity, it is mandatory you and your fellow Board members scrutinize the
Flat roofs without parapets (five (5) ft. high concrete that all Units be abandoned and the occupants seek Contract.....insist that the entire areas of plywood
block walls atop the Flat roof. Air Conditioning com- refuge elsewhere. This is necessary because the age sheathing be covered with a "self-adhering" bituthene
pressors are located above the unit(s) below. A wind and method of construction may lead to certain layer be rolled out over the entire area, rather than a
load in excess of one hundred fifty MPH could easily probable injury. double layer of 330# Roofing paper secured every 6"
dislodge the compressor, sweeping it over the edge, About ten(10) years ago, the PBC Building Code with a nail through a tin washer.
crashing it onto the ground below. If they fall to the that had been in existence for some time required The labor/material cost is a 'wash' and the result
front of the building, vehicles parking in front of that the wooden roof truss system that provides the will be one that the roofing nails will be surrounded
their unit could be heavily damaged. When a storm overhangs, from the rear requires that an attempt to with a "waterproof membrane" rather than roofing
is predicted, park away from the building, where it is ascertain whether or not the fastening method of a paper.
safer from identified flying objects. metal "Strap" attached to the top of the structural
Transportation
As of May 3, Issues brought up at the meeting included air It was requested that a list of riders’ names be
transportation meetings conditioning, the designation of Century Village collected for a One-Way Do Not Reply message.
have moved back to the on the buses and the route number on the sides This can be kept if riders need to be notified
UCO conference room for easy identification. It was requested that when there are problems arising for which
on the first Tuesday of the same driver be assigned to the daily route notification is needed. Omar will look into this
each month at 1:30 PM. and it was explained why this is not possible. if a list is forthcoming.
Supervisor Omar Figueroa Drivers are changed due to training, rotation As of this meeting, it was reported that 36
of Academy Bus was and mileage. Drivers need to be trained to drive persons were signed for the Murder at the
By Ruth Dreiss present at this meeting each route and are rotated. It is the company’s Museum trip, with possibly more on the last
and answered all questions decision how and where to save money for our day of sign-up. This will require a 55-seat bus.
asked regarding the buses. benefit. Omar advised that he can provide any size bus
The company is still seeking friendly used The greatest problem was seen to be in requested for any trip if ordered in time and not
newer buses. The delay has been due to finding response to problems as they occurred. For this, at the last minute. A June excursion to the Boca
them. They are sought in and out of Florida the riders are at fault because reports are made Art Museum is contemplated. The theme is Art
because availability is the problem. However, long after the occurrence, making it impossible of the Hollywood Backdrop and cost of admission
they will be replaced as soon as they become to trace information after the fact. Complaints is $10. Details as to date will be brought to the
available. Newer models will replace those used must be reported immediately and in writing! A June meeting.
at present as soon as they are received. A new complaint form will be available on the blog at A motion to go to a shopping center as a second
contract supervisor is expected to be on site daily village-blog-and-chat.blogspot.com, requesting excursion for June was not seconded. We work
to address problems and oversee the operation. Route #, Bus #, Date and Time. This should be within a budget for the year and if the money
There will be two shifts – AM 7:30 to 5 PM and filled out immediately. Paper forms will continue is spent before the end of the year, there are no
PM the rest of the evening. to be available at the clubhouse. further trips.
JUNE 2022 | UCO REPORTER | PAGE 7
Security
Hello all, hope you are all to a bench warrant. This could mean that if you ning the day’s headlines. But if you’re logging
doing well. Today I would are pulled over for a routine moving violation, a into your bank, or even onto your email, this
like to talk about Identi- small infraction could mean big trouble. means anyone on the network may be able to ac-
ty Theft. Of all the differ- But criminal identity theft can have far great- cess your passwords and with them, all of your
ent types of identity theft, er consequences than delinquent speeding information.
criminal identity theft is tickets. If a scammer commits a more serious If you find out that you have become a victim of
the most serious. Though crime, gives your name and information to the criminal identity theft, the first thing you should
the name is a little mislead- police, then fails to appear in court, it may re- do is file a report with the FTC and work with
By Al ing since all identity theft sult in an arrest warrant issued in your name. the arresting agency directly to start the process
Goodman
is a crime, criminal identity Not only could this result in jail time for a crime of expunging your record.
theft is “when someone cit- you didn’t commit, but it may also result in sig- In this worst-case scenario, it’s far better to
ed or arrested for a crime uses another person’s nificant financial and personal hardships, not to find out you’ve been a victim of criminal iden-
name and identifying information, resulting in mention the inevitably long and arduous process tity theft before the authorities arrest you under
a criminal record being created in that person’s of clearing your name. false charges. Identity theft protection monitors
name.” In other words, criminal identity theft is One often overlooked way identity thieves may federal, state and municipal records for crimi-
when someone commits a crime and pretends to access your personal information is through un- nal arrests, court bookings and more. It also can
be you. This can mean that you have to pay the secured WiFi networks. Public WiFi is a broad help you protect your identity by scanning thou-
consequences for someone else’s illegal actions. term for open wireless networks found in cafes, sands of risky websites for your personal infor-
As with many types of identity theft, criminal malls, restaurants, hotels, airports, and other mation, monitoring all three credit bureaus for
identity theft begins when a fraudster obtains places where people generally want to access key changes, and more to see if your information
or forges your Social Security number, driver’s the internet. Largely seen as a ubiquitous conve- is out there.
license, passport, or another key piece of iden- nience, few think twice before connecting. But Here are a few tips for your computer safety.
tification. But the difference is that rather than these open networks often pose a risk to users. Destroy E-Junk. Before you part with any elec-
use it to open a credit card or drain your bank Because they’re built for convenience and tronics, be sure they’re completely devoid of any
account, criminal identity thieves use your in- not for security, public WiFi networks are very and all information. And this doesn’t just mean
formation as their get-out-of-jail-free card. rarely encrypted and as a result, they’re suscep- deleting your files. “When you delete a file, the
This often happens well before the victim tible to cybercriminal attacks. As the Federal links to reconstruct the file disappears. But the
is even aware that their identity has been sto- Trade Commission (FTC) defines it, “Encryption bits and pieces of the deleted file stay on your
len. For instance, let’s say an identity thief gets scrambles the information you send over the in- computer until they’re overwritten, and they can
pulled over for speeding and presents a forged ternet into a code so it’s not accessible to others.” be retrieved with a data recovery program.”
copy of your driver’s license. More likely than Since information on public WiFi is not encrypt- I hope that some of this information will be of
not, that person will not actually pay the ticket. ed, it’s easier for others to intercept, and exploit some good use for you. To all, be well, stay safe
It’s unlikely the police will actively pursue such a that information. Thank you. Al
small offense, but if left unresolved, it may lead This might not matter much if you’re just scan-
WPRF News
Dear Residents, reaching out for help), those involved were calling WPRF SECURITY
Recently there was a life WPRF Security. This happens with dismaying 561-640-3118
safety situation at one of regularity. In trying to establish a clear course Let me be very clear…PBSO WILL NOT
the WPRF pool areas which of action for residents and guests alike, I have ENFORCE WPRF RULES. Enforcing WPRF rules
involved a WPRF employee posted the following information: is the job of WPRF Security, so please follow the
and several residents… information above. Signs have been made and
thankfully, no one was IF YOU FIND YOURSELF IN A LIFE SAFETY are posted at all pool areas. When speaking to
hurt. When investigating SITUATION CALL: 911 you can ask to remain anonymous.
By Eva the incident, I was stunned 911 Thank you and have a fun, safe summer!
Rachesky to learn that though their IF SOMEONE IS BREAKING WPRF RULES
lives were in danger (when CALL:
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Andover C, G, H, J, K, M Kingswood B, D, F
Bedford A, F, H, J, K Northampton M, N, R, S
Berkshire B, H, J Norwich A, D, E, F, M
Cambridge C, D, E, I Oxford 100, 400, 500, 700
Camden B, C, D, I, K, O Plymouth 3, 4 (1 of 2)
Canterbury A, B, D, E, H Salisbury D, I
Chatham A, B, D, F, G, H, L, M, N, R, T, U Sheffield B, C, G, I, N, P, Q
Coventry C, D, G, H, I, J Somerset A, B, D, G, I, K
Dorchester B, D, E, G, H, I Southampton A (2 of 3), B (1 of 3), C
Dove (4 of 9) Stratford B, C, D, H, J, K, L, O
Easthampton G, H Sussex A, E, J
Golfs Edge (1 of 7) Waltham F, G, H, I
Greenbrier A, B, C (1 of 2) Wellington B (1 of 2) C (1 of 2), D (1 of 2), E, F, G (1 of 2), H (1 of 2), J,
Hastings C, E, G, I K, L, M (1 of 2)
Kent B, E, J, M Windsor C, F, J, P, Q, R
(Sincerest apologies to Salisbury D, for failure to list as present at the April 1st
meeting. Salisbury C, not signed in, was listed instead in error).
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LEGAL
The Powers of the Association
Where Do They Come From?
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 Association, to enter contracts, this statute allows you to do poration. This document, which is filed with the
through its Board, has so. State of Florida, provides the corporation’s pow-
power over the Condo- The governing documents of the community ers, usually referring to Chapters 617 and 718,
minium Property and its operations. The source provide the next level of authority, with the un- Florida Statutes, and adding in certain specific
of power most people are aware of is from the derstood hierarchy (from highest to lowest) as powers based on the authority provided in the
Condominium Act, which specifically empow- follows: declaration, articles, bylaws. previously discussed statutory provisions.
ers the Association to create reasonable rules for The declaration of condominium provides The next document is the Bylaws, which, when
records inspections, written inquiries, approv- the underlying covenants and restrictions for a well written, is a “how-to” guide for running
ing the location where notices will be posted, particular condominium. Many powers in the your association. There is often a specific sec-
hurricane shutter specifications, participation declaration find their grant of authority in the tion on the powers of the Board. Sometimes,
at meetings, and reasonable rules regarding Condominium Act. For example, have you ever individual officers have certain specific limited
the use of the common elements. These rules wondered what provides the Association the powers provided in this document as well. There
must be reasonable and there are several deci- ability to review or screen potential transferees is also often a clause which provides that the
sions by the Division of Florida Condominiums, of units? The Condominium Act specifically Board makes all the decisions for the Association
Time Shares and Mobile Homes discussing these provides that the declaration “may include cove- unless a membership vote is otherwise required
types of rules. nants and restrictions concerning the use, occu- by the governing documents.
The Association is also a Not-for-Profit Cor- pancy, and transfer of the units permitted by law Any board-enacted rules must never contra-
poration in the State of Florida. Such corpora- with reference to real property.” Therefore, with vene the statute or any of the three governing
tions are also governed by Chapter 617, Florida the underlying “approval” of the Condominium documents.
Statutes. Section 617.0302 provides that “every Act, the Declaration may include screening pro-
corporation not for profit organized under this visions for the transfer of units. It may include Mark D. Friedman, B.C.S. is recognized by the
chapter, unless otherwise provided in its articles use restrictions which provide for the use of the Florida Bar as a specialist in Condominium and
of incorporation or bylaws”, has certain powers, condominium units and the common elements. Planned Development Law. The foregoing article
including the power to make contracts, incur li- The Declaration may also include occupancy is intended for educational purposes only and not
abilities, borrower money at such rates of inter- restrictions. The only caveat is that these re- as legal advice. Please seek advice from your own
est as the corporation may determine, and many strictions must be permitted by law, not be dis- attorney on any of the issues discussed in this
other purposes subject only to the restrictions in criminatory, and may not violate anyone’s con- article. Mr. Friedman may be reached at MFried-
its governing documents. So even if your docu- stitutional rights. man@beckerlawyers.com.
ments are silent on whether you have the power Next in the hierarchy is the Articles of Incor-
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149 Canterbury F.........................$64,000 51 Waltham C ................................$1,250
Oxford 200 1st Floor, Park at Your Door! Great Floor Plan & Location ...................................... $148,900
Greenbrier A 4th Floor, Spacious, Furnished, Updated, Step in Shower ......................................... $195,000 309 Wellington L .......................$170,000 205 Oxford 300 ..............................$1,500
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In response to requests from many handicapped accessible. Port of Palm Beach. If you have an murder trial.
residents, the UCO Transportation • Venues and events that are free idea for an excursion that meets the Residents who wish to join an
Committee has begun planning and or require only a minimal entrance committee criteria, please contact upcoming excursion trip should
approving excursion trips to places fee are another consideration. the Transportation Committee at check each UCO Reporter for details
of interest in and around Palm shmatta@aol.com. and sign-up dates.
Beach County. To that end, the committee is Our last excursion took place on Expand your horizons. Investigate
now investigating another Sugar May 12 when 37 curious residents the world beyond Century Village.
• We travel in ADA approved Cane trip, a trip to the Holocaust travelled to the original Palm Beach There are places to go, new things
buses and the organizers always Museum in Dania, a trip to the Boca County Courthouse to take part in to learn and interesting people to
determine that the destination is Museum of Art, and a tour of the a re-enactment of an infamous 1950 meet.
Re-Cycle Therapy
What was old is new. The staying physically active, perhaps escape the boundaries was more designed with 3 wheels for an
bicycles hit the road again here in sightseeing in the neighborhood, exciting and worth the possible easier balanced ride.
Century Village. Two and three and it may also help our consequences. I was well-travelled If it’s your 1st new bicycle or
wheels; bikes and trikes. Standard environment by reducing one’s through fields, dirt roads and the memory of your first one,
pedal to the metal movement, “carbon footprint” for cleaner air. paved destinations too. So much the thrill of cycling is not only
battery or gasoline operated, foot My first bike arrived when I ground was covered, many miles an accomplishment, but an
brakes and hand brakes along was 8 years old. It was a heavy were explored, but then the tires exhilarating sport too. Century
with multiple gear options too. Columbia brand that was wore out. Help! Villagers also enjoy watching
Bicycle transportation has salvaged from a junkyard, then Of course, the skill to ride and other cyclists navigate the many
always been an adventurous repaired and repainted the color balance a two-wheel bike takes open roads and neighborhoods in
escape to explore new places. blue. When I learned to balance some time to master and best our community. But remember to
Moreover, now we see senior my bike I felt grown up and done when you are young and had install an auxiliary lock so no one
populations using this type of had the sense of freedom to go an extra pair of training wheels else can take your bike for a spin.
transport for various reasons: to anywhere, even ignoring parental attached. Today’s popular adult Not like the old days when people
replace auto fuel costs by cycling requests to stay close by, “yeah tricycle, much seen here in our were more respectful of other
to a destination, or a means of right,” I thought! My chance to Village, is referred to as a “trike” people’s property.
A New Notice
Beginning June 3rd, Congressman Brian Mast has assigned Mr. Derek Boyd Hankerson, his Constituent
Service Representative, to be in the clubhouse lobby, the first Friday of each month, coinciding with
the Delegate Assembly, beginning at 9:30 AM. He will help with any problems regarding Social Securi-
ty, Veterans' Affairs and any other Federal Agency. He will speak one-on-one with you regarding your
problems.
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Organization News
Actors Studio of CV: meets for latest info at http://www.cv- Falling Star Players: a CV acting Sailing Club: Meets second Friday
Monday 7-9 PM in the clubhouse. computerclb-wpb.com. group producing 3 shows a year. of the month.
Openings for actors of all skill Meets in Classroom C every
levels. Writers and stage hands Cong. Anshei Sholom: 5348 Tuesday. 6PM. Can’t memorize Shuffleboard Club: Summer
are welcome. Performances every Grove St. Invites you to join them lines? No problem. We take our Season May thru Oct., Tues. 9
year. Participants read from scripts. for Shabbat Services Sat. morning, scripts on-stage. Come join the AM. Winter Season Nov. thru
Call Marshal: 561-596-1738. 9:15 AM with a kiddush following. fun! Call Jody Lebel 561-531-3373. April,Tues., Wed., Thurs. 1:15 PM.
Our synagogue is cleaned & Everyone is welcome. Equipment
Act 2: Meeting in Clubhouse sanitized each week. Hand Irish American Club: meetings will be provided. Any questions,
Room C, Mondays. & Wednesdays, sanitizers available. first Tues. of month, November call Ed Wright: 561-632-5268.
6 PM. See Kitty Muldoon-Gragg. thru April, 1PM in the clubhouse.
For further information, please call More info: please call Carole 914- Snorkel Club: has resumed
African American Culture Club: the Synagogue office: 684-3212. 343-5547. meetings on the 3rd Friday of the
On hiatus at the end of May, month, 10AM in the Clubhouse,
returning in November. Please CV Overeaters Anonymous: Italian American Club: Regular Classroom B. Please join us.
contact Eula (561)718-7478 or Liz Meeting Sundays, 5:00 pm, CV meetings 3rd Wed. of month,
(561)508-6451. Clubhouse, 2nd fl., Classroom A, Clubhouse, Room C, 1-3 PM. For Zoom Programs: Poetry, Karaoke,
Further info: 781-593-6383 - 631- more info: call Fausto 561-478- Yiddish Vinkl programs. Contact
Baby Boomers: meet 3rd Wed. 889-2614. 1821. Marcia Love - mgmaita@aol.com
each mo., 3:30 pm. Bring your own
chairs. Contact Lynn for info at: CV Friends of Bill W: Meetings
LynnSevan@aol.com. Mondays, 6:30 pm, F/O Walgreens
(outside parking lot - bring a
Christian Club: Last meeting May chair). Thursdays 5:30 pm, 2nd fl.
4, until September. Pres. Rae Boyle Cano Health (above Walgreens -
561-254-2290, Co-Pres.Marilyn elevator to 2nd fl.). Further info:
Figueroa (Figgy) 561-707-6548. 631-889-2614.
Figgy’s Upcoming Trips: Branson,
Missouri, Aug. 13-21, 2022. For info, Democratic Club of CV: Board
call Figgy 561-707-6548. Meetings 3 PM, Clubhouse,
room posted in lobby - June
Computer Club: Monthly 13, September 12, October 10,
meetings resumed first Thurs. November 14, December 12.
of the month at the clubhouse, General Membership Meetings
Classroom C 1 PM. Members 1:30 PM, Clubhouse, room posted
unable to attend can connect by in lobby - June 16, September
Zoom. For link and passcode email 15, October 20, November 17,
cvccwpb@gmail.com with Zoom December 15. For info: Les 315-
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For a special breakfast treat, take Buttons & Bows (two extra large
a scenic ride down S. Ocean Blvd. eggs, nestled next to a mountain
to the Intracoastal on one side and of really fresh mushrooms with
large, and expensive condos on the hash browns or grits and toast) or
other to this spot that was predicted Morning Super Star (Hash brown
to go out of business when the Lake potatoes, melted cheese flowed
Worth Casino area was closed on, topped with 2 basted eggs,
temporarily, and they were forced vine ripe tomatoes and toast).
to move. However, they proved all Maybe Avocado Toast (multigrain
the critics wrong because they not toast topped with fresh smashed
only survived, they thrived. They avocado, Evoo and lemon.served
are located opposite the Eau Hotel with two basted eggs and tomato)
in the Plaza del Mar Center and on is more for you. Or, like my son,
weekends and holidays still have who had Eggs Casino (their version
lines of people waiting to get in. of the Classic Benedict -2 Poached
It is worth the wait. Start off with eggs with ham & tomato served on
juice or a fruit cup and an endless an English muffin topped with their
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your choice of hash brown potatoes eggs, chopped ham, and their great
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Staying healthy is an admirable tooth decay and gum disease. This, Disease) and Parkinson’s affect
goal that many people strive in turn, can increase your risk of muscle control and motor function.
towards. You 2exercise. You choose other health issues, while some It may get difficult to conduct
healthier foods and beverages to eat medical conditions can affect oral proper oral care, saliva may pool in
and drink. You see your doctor for health. the mouth and lead to tooth decay
regular visits. You quit smoking and gum disease later on.
and limit alcoholic beverages. Do Affected by poor oral health:
you also floss and brush your teeth Diabetes
regularly? Teeth Researchers have noted that
Wait, teeth? Yes. What do my Poor oral health negatively people with diabetes seem to have cleaned.
teeth have to do with how healthy impacts you. Tooth pain, gum more frequent incidences and more • Each day, clean between your
my body is? Poor oral health can disease, and loss of teeth greatly severe cases of gum disease. teeth. There are a variety of tools
affect the rest of your body and impairs your ability to eat well. to use, with flossing being very
how it functions. In order to better Lupus common. Ask your dentist for a
understand how oral health can Heart disease/stroke An autoimmune disease, delicate method that works for you.
affect your body’s health, let’s step Some research has shown higher oral tissues can develop lesions • Make an appointment regularly
back and look at your teeth. Your rates of heart disease and strokes and ulcers. Salivary glands may be for a teeth cleaning and see the
mouth, like other parts of your body, in those with poor oral health. It under attack, which affects saliva dentist at that time for an oral
is inhabited by bacteria; mostly is believed that the bacteria from production. exam. Ask your dentist how often
harmless. Your mouth naturally the mouth can spread throughout you need to come in.
contains saliva, which is useful the bloodstream and cause Recommended Dental Care • Ask your dentist about mouth
for neutralizing the acids that are inflammation in the cardiovascular Routine: rinses that helps to protect teeth
formed by bacteria. Saliva also system. The American Dental Association from gingivitis, plaque, and
helps to wash away food particles lists general recommendations periodontal disease
from your teeth and keeps your on home dental care, as well as
mouth moist. Certain medications Medical conditions that may af- suggestions on other things to ask Jeanie W. Friedman is a Dietitian
may affect the amount of saliva fect oral health: your dentist in order to personalize and Nutritionist licensed in the State
in your mouth. Remember to ask a dental routine that works for you: of Florida. This article is intended
your doctor about this if you are Neuromuscular Medical Condi- • Brush two times daily with a for educational purposes only and
experiencing dry mouth. tions toothpaste that contains fluoride. is not intended as a substitute for
Poor oral health allows harmful Both Amyotrophic Lateral • Brush for a two-minute duration consultation with your dentist and
bacteria to take over, leading to Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig’s to ensure that teeth are properly health care professionals.
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The climax of the film North by Northwest comes when Cary Grant and Eva
Marie Saint make a run over Mount Rushmore’s monumental presidents’ heads.
This escape lasts just over two minutes but it contributed to making this one of
Alfred Hitchcock’s most revered movies. Due to the magic of Hollywood, this life
and death action took place on a sound stage with a 90-foot wide painting
serving as the historic location. This exhibition of scenic backdrops, made for the
movies between 1938 and 1968, acknowledges the authorship of the painting of
Mount Rushmore, Ben-Hur’s Rome, the Von Trapp Family’s Austrian Alps, and
Gene Kelly’s Paris street scene.
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ly packed story that drew me in immediately. What
Happened to the Bennetts was a mystery thriller
with lots of twists and turns. It was fast paced and
hooked me right from the beginning. Ms.Scottoline
has written thirty-three books that typically feature
BY LENORE a strong, independent female as the main character.
Writing the story from the male perspective was
VELCOFF
an interesting and satisfying departure from that
mold.
This book opens with a BANG when an attempted
carjacking results in the death of a family member.
The Bennetts, devastated and grieving, soon find
out the person who shot their loved one is a dan-
gerous man, and they are put into witness protec-
tion without any time to tell their remaining family
and friends. When the identity of the shooter is
revealed, both Jason and Lucinda hope they will be
able to have peace. But there is more than meets
the eye when the shooter is involved in an even
wider conspiracy, involving a drug dealing gang, a
high-powered lawyer, even the FBI.
It's impossible to tell who the good guys are, who
the bad guys are, who the good bad guys are, and
who the bad good guys are as the story twists and
turns in many ways. The Bennett’s are now trapped
in an unfamiliar life and have lost more than they
can handle. They are falling apart, so Jason take
matters into his own hands
The chapters are broken into shorter sections
which I liked and there weren’t that many cliffhang-
ers between chapters. The characters were all like- them every step of the way. Some of the action was a
able and very relatable. This family went through hell bit incredulous, it made for an engrossing, entertaining
and back and as the reader, I couldn’t help but root for read.
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Concerned Resident
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Old Time
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Radio
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BY STEW RICHL AND
The Good Old Days….When Chil- such as Philadelphia’s WIP in 1921. THE BIG OOPS FOR UNCLE
dren Listened To Their Parents?..... The best known host of this kind DON
And Listened To The Radio! of show was Uncle Don Carney (re- Uncle Don had just finished tell-
membered as UNCLE DON) who ing his last story of the day, wished
Back in the GOOD OLD DAYS we became a radio institution with a good night to all the youngsters in
came home from school and did our his show from New York’s WOR (a his audience, and sang his familiar
homework, no game playing. We 50,000) watt station that could be sign-off ditty. As the station went
took off our school clothes and did heard in seven states. His ad-libbed to a commercial break, he leaned
our homework. We did not go out- program of conversation and non- back in his chair, sighed, and said
side and play in them. We ate what sense songs began in 1928 and ran to no one in particular, “There that
was cooked or got nothing. When until 1949. Carney sang, played the oughta hold the little bastards.” Un-
we were told to do something we piano, told stories and introduced fortunately for the ill-fated host,
did so. We did not say that we would a variety of features: the “Earnest the engineer was late in cutting to
do it later. So what about games? Saver’s Club” which encouraged set- the station break, and Uncle Don’s
What time did the children have to ting up accounts at the Greenwich remark was picked up by the still-
play and socialize? For me and my Savings Bank; a “Healthy Child open mike and broadcast into mil- Hot Mikes Can Get You In Trou-
friends, we would put our school Contest”, a “Talent Quest” that pro- lions of homes. The station was im- ble!
books away, Meet on the street and vided screen tests for winners. Each mediately flooded with thousands It’s the golden rule in politics to
play Punch Ball, Stick Ball or Mar- program began with Uncle Don ar- of telegrams from outraged listen- always assume the microphone is
bles. There was a lot of running, riving in the imaginary autogyro he ers, and the humiliated host was on. Don Carney’s blooper led to the
jumping, and chasing and cele- called his “puddle jumper.” fired before the day was out, never end of his career. However, as many
brating sweet victories, and then it to broadcast again. Disgraced be- world leaders can testify that they
would end when we were called by His program began with the fol- yond redemption, Uncle Don lived have been caught in “hot mic” mo-
our mother, (the boss) that dinner lowing: out the rest of his life in obscurity ments which have led to some level
was ready. Get in the house!. Hello nephews, nieces mine, and died, an impoverished drunk, of embarrassment which in most
With remarkably few exceptions, I’m glad to see you look so fine, several years later. cases was short lived. Bloopers were
Children's programming from the This is Uncle Don, your Uncle made by Ronald Reagan, George
Golden Radio Era (and into the ear- Don. One of the interesting aspects of Bush, Bill Clinton, Barack Obama,
ly Television Age) made little pre- Hello, little friends, hello! this is the fact that many Ameri- and Joe Biden. Bloopers made
tense of "educating" kids. Whole- Radio: Snork, Punk. cans claim that they actually heard during unguarded moments could
some characters and an uplifting or His radio sales approach was cele- this remark themselves or who had become a source of humiliation or
moral message were always part of brating children’s birthdays over the had an older friend or relative who even contribute to a huge political
the story, but the show's main pur- air. Those he was unable to mention did. At the very least, most every- fallout. Sometimes these bloopers
pose was to sell the sponsor's prod- he sometimes calls personally on one knew someone who recalled shine a little light into the murky
uct. the telephone. After service like the national uproar caused by the corridors of our political system.
There are tons of old time chil- that, kids will do anything, even incident or remembered reading
dren’s programs I could open this calling Mother out of the kitchen about the firing of the hapless host Writer: “Good night old friends.
series with such as Dick Tracy, Tar- to hear what Uncle Don has to say in the newspaper. Radio historians We will do this again next month at
zan, or Red Ryder and his BB gun, about Wesson Oil. At least 25% of gave not a single contemporaneous the same time and same place. I will
but I chose two of my favorites and all radio stations in the New Area account of Don Carney’s supposed be back with the old farts. Whoops, I
I am sure you will agree, they were tuned into Uncle Don at 6PM E.S.T. involvement in a “bastard” scandal made a blooper, but I guess this will
yours too. Greenwich Savings Bank in Man- that appeared in any major news or hold you till next month.
The first radio shows for children hattan opened 35,000 Uncle Don trade publication of the day.
were heard only on local stations, accounts.
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When Century Village was Associations: and (2) Unit owners discovery to learn the specifics of incorporated, each individual unit
originally planned and built wanted to limit their liability in in Mr. Jones’ trip to the bank. They owner is not responsible for the acts
in the early 1970's, the Florida the case of accident. soon discover that Mr. Jones in fact of its officers and directors unless
Condominium Act did not require was on a trip to the bank exclusively the individual unit owner is directly
that a condominium Association be Limitation of liability was the for the benefit of the Association involved with the actions of the
incorporated. In fact, all of the 300 biggest incentive to incorporate directly related to his duties as officer or director. In this case, Mr.
or so Associations were created by Associations. An example will Treasurer. The lawyers then check Jones on his own drove to the bank.
the Developer as "Unincorporated demonstrate the need to limit the Association’s liability policy, Therefore, only the Association as
Associations". liability. but find that it also is insufficient a corporate entity is responsible for
In 1976, the Legislature decided Let’s assume Mr. Jones was to cover the $2,000,000 claim. the acts or negligence of Mr. Jones,
to require all Associations be elected to be Treasurer of the The lawyers next discover that the but not the individual owners. If
incorporated as a requirement of association. As part of his duties as Association is unincorporated, the Association’s general liability
maintaining standing in court. At Treasurer, Mr. Jones needs to pay which mean that insurance policy does not cover
that time, we were in litigation w1th certain vendors and contractors the claim, the the Association as a
Management over the recreation who have performed services 1. Mr. Jones is the agent for corporate entity either dissolves or
rents and the Court ordered for the Association’s account. every unit owner in the building, discharges the claim in bankruptcy.
approximately 130 Associations to Mr. Jones decides to drive to the making these unit owners Individual unity owners are no
incorporate. bank to get new checks for the personally liable for those portions liable for the claim. Unincorporated
The recreation lease litigation Association, but on the way to the of the damages not covered by Associations may not file for
ended in 1980 and several years bank, he has a terrible automobile insurance and bankruptcy.
later the Legislature decided to accident. The accident kills and 2. The lawyers for the injured From the above example, you can
amend the Condominium Act permanently injures several people. and dead parties soon make every see how incorporation limits the
again, this time repealing the In the ensuing litigation, Mr. Jones’ unity owner a named party to the liability of individual unit owners
requirement of incorporation insurance company pays the limits litigation. Now all the unit owners living in the condominium. It is
for Associations. Howeve1, many of its policy, which only covers a in the building are named parties for this very reason businesses
Associations at Centu1y Village small portion of the claim, leaving to the litigation and subject to the in America almost always
decided to incorporate anyway Mr. Jones subject to approximately $2,000,000 claim. incorporate. Limitations of liability
because. (I) they did not want to $2,ooo,000 in liability. Since Mr. is a good reason for Associations to
have every unit owner as a member Jones has very few assets, the lawyers Now let’s take this same example incorporate.
of the Board of directors as required for the injured and dead parties and see who is liable in the
under the 0riginal Bylaws of the begin to take depositions and other Association was incorporated. If
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