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The Villages, FL 32162
Fax: 352-753-6430
Note: Under Florida law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic e-mail to this entity. Instead, please contact this office by phone or in writing.
What's New
Community Improvement Council (CIC) Seeking New Members
Looking for a rewarding volunteer opportunity? The CIC will be conducting an informational meeting for any resident who is interested in becoming a candidate on July 6, 2009 at 8:30 am at Laurel Manor Regional Recreation Center. Applications for CIC membership will be accepted through July 31, 2009. New Member Announcement. Application.
La Hacienda Regional Recreation Center Temporarily Closed for Renovations
We are very excited to announce that the renovation project is currently under way! Click here for site plan. However, for those residents who normally visit La Hacienda for their recreation needs, most of the services have been temporarily transferred to the Paradise Regional Recreation Center. Those services include: Guest ID, Executive Trail Fees, Internet Guest Passes and Lost and Found. If you have any questions regarding Recreation services, please call 753-1716. For updates on the progress of the renovation project, visit our “What’s Happening” page for the latest information.
Status Update on the Swine Flu
Please click here to read the latest update from State of Florida officials regarding Swine Influenza. Click Here
“Our Place” – Updates on IRS Notice
Please be sure to read these important articles by District Manager, Janet Tutt.
2009 District Resident Survey Results
The Villages Protected Species of Wildlife Guide
Have you ever wondered what a Southeastern American Kestral looks like and why it is a protected species? How about a Limpkin or a Sherman’s Fox Squirrel? If you would like to learn more about these protected species and more, please stop by the District Customer Service Center at 3201 Wedgewood Lane or call a Customer Service Representative at 352-753-4508 to obtain a CD with this valuable information. Don’t forget to share with your neighbors so everyone can enjoy the spectacular wildlife here in The Villages!
Marion County Residents
In November 2008, Marion County established an ordinance regulating the use of Nitrogen and/or phosphorus baring fertilizers as part of a multi-pronged effort by Marion County to reduce nutrient runoff to surface waters and leaching into ground water. The leaching and runoff of nutrients from improper or excess fertilization and/or irrigation practices can contribute to nitrogen and phosphorus pollution in the Marion County storm water and drainage conveyances, springs, and other natural water bodies. Click Here to read the Ordinance.
CDD Orientation Important Announcement!
Effective Thursday, May 7th, the CDD Orientation class is moving from its current location on Laurel Manor Drive to the District offices at 3201 Wedgewood Lane. The classes will continue to be offered every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:00pm. The classes will be conducted in the Conference Room at the east end of the building next to the Customer Service Center. Please call 753-4508 if you have any questions or need any additional information.
Cross Connection Control Handbook
Cross Connection Control Handbook for Commercial Utility Customers. Click Here
AARP TaxAide Locations
Wildlife Information
Wildlife here in The Villages is as diverse and plentiful as its residents. It is important to understand the sensitive relationship between people, wildlife and the land that we both occupy. Please take this opportunity to familiarize yourself with this information on wildlife in order to help preserve the harmonious ecosystem right here in our own backyard. Click here for Wildlife Information.
Recycling, Trash Collection and Household Hazardous Waste
In an effort to maintain the aesthetic quality of our beautiful community, we are pleased to provide you with information regarding curbside recycling, trash collection and the disposal of household hazardous waste. Please download these helpful guides.
Good Golf School 2009
Learn how to get the most out of the Tee Times Reservation System and other golf related questions. Click here.
Sumter County Transit Villages Route Schedules and Maps
The Sumter County Board of County Commissioners Community Services Department is responsible for the administration of the Sumter County Transit Program. Whether for you, a neighbor or a friend, Sumter County Transit can provide safe transportation to the doctor’s office, shopping or to just visit a friend. Please see the attached files for schedules and route maps within The Villages. For ride information or additional information about the Transit Program, please call (352) 568-6683. Hearing impaired residents can call 1-800-955-8771. Or, the out-of-county toll free number is 1-866-568-6606.
AED Locations
Automated External Defibrillators can be found at several locations. Click Here for a list.
CERT Special Needs Registration
As Villages residents, it is imperative that each and every one of us is prepared for 2008 storm season. A vital part of the preparation process is ensuring that all special needs residents are registered with the Villages Public Safety Department so that in the event of evacuation to a shelter, local emergency management personnel are aware of those needs. Please take a moment to read this informative brochure and, if necessary, complete the special needs form provided. If you have any questions regarding this information or any storm preparedness activities, please contact the Villages Public Safety Department at 352-205-8280. CERT Brochure | CERT Form
Sumter County Roundabout Brochure
The Sumter County Board of County Commissioners in cooperation with the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office has developed an educational guide to navigating roundabouts in Sumter County. At the request of Sumer County officials, the District is providing this brochure for your information. If you have any questions regarding this information, please the Sumter County Public Works Department at 352-793-0240. Click Here
Villages Golf Cart Safety Brochure
Please take a moment to review this safety brochure provided by The Villages Homeowners’ Association. Printed copies are available at the District Customer Service Center at 3201 Wedgewood Lane. Click here for brochure.
Sumter Landing Community Development District was founded in 2001. The district provides contractual services to all Village Residents.
Welcome to the Community Development Districts of The Villages. We‘re pleased that you have chosen The Villages as your retirement hometown. The Villages has taken steps to ensure that The Villages Lifestyle shall continue, and has created community development districts, units of special purpose local government, to make sure that the Lifestyle of The Villages is maintained in perpetuity. The information that follows will help you to understand what the districts are, how they operate and how they are paid for.
In the way of a brief history, special purpose districts similar to Community Development Districts (CDD‘s) are widely used throughout the United States to provide for certain service delivery infrastructure such as water management and control (drainage), fire control, road and bridge construction and maintenance, park and recreational facilities, mosquito control, port and inlet districts, water and sewer systems, sidewalks, streetlights, and similar infrastructure that is required to provide urban services to areas that may not have access to such services through a general purpose government such as a municipality. Nationwide there are in excess of 28,500 special districts and in the State of Florida there are in excess of 700 independent special districts. There are more than 225 CDD‘s throughout the State of Florida that provide the above listed infrastructure to newly developing communities such as The Villages.
A Community Development District is a public non-profit unit of local government with the special purpose of providing the services described above. As a unit of local government, the District is subject to many of the same State Statutes that regulate cities and counties; of particular interest are those statutes related to ethics in government for the elected Board of Supervisors, Government in the Sunshine, a cornerstone of local government in the State of Florida which requires that decisions made by any governmental agency be done at a public meeting; the public records law, which means the records of the District are open for review by any citizen; the auditing requirements in which annually the accounting records of the District are audited by an independent certified accountant and the results of such audit are provided to the State Controller and Auditor General; competitive bidding requirements for construction and maintenance contracts; and various other statutory provisions that protect the interest of the public.
If you have more questions, the District Office conducts informational sessions each week that are open to anyone wishing to attend. Please feel free to attend a session, if you wish.
Under Florida statute 668.6076 Public records status of e-mail addresses; agency website notice. -- Any agency, as defined in s. 119.011, or legislative entity that operates a website and uses electronic mail shall post the following statement in a conspicuous location on its website: Under Florida law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by phone or in writing.