Page 2 - PGA Community News - October '24

Page 2, PGA C.A.N.! October 2024 October 2024
Let Me Tell You… PGA POA Communication Corner from page 1 their surroundings, both within and outside of PGA

National.
The Light Side Of Aging 2. Never leave children or pets in a car. Please HOA Interest
check the back seats for passengers, two-legged or Would you like to know more about how your HOA
By Marie Pinschmidt four-legged. or Condo Association works, when they meet, or know
On October 25. I will 3. Never leave firearms in your car – even if you more about the issues affecting your HOA or COA?
celebrate my 96th birthday. think they are secured or hidden. It’s a good time to get involved! Attend a meeting or
No more trying to hide that 4. Don’t leave your purse, wallet, phone, laptop, or follow up with your property manager or one of your
fact. I share that birthday other valuables in plain view. Even change exposed in HOA board members. Board members work very
with Picasso who, in the a cup holder can be an invitation for theft. diligently on a volunteer basis to help support 40+
middle of the 20th Century, 5.Never get to your destination, get out of your car, PGA National communities. In many instances the
was considered the greatest and then hide your valuables under the seat or in the HOA or COA board meets once monthly or in some
living artist in the world. To trunk. Burglars watch for this kind of action, especially cases, meets quarterly. Meetings might be in person
quote him, “Art washes away at fitness facilities and shopping centers where people or on Zoom, or a hybrid of both approaches. There
from the soul the dust of may go directly from work. are always interesting discussions about a variety of
everyday life.” He also said 6. Even if you are home, parking in your own topics. If you are a new homeowner, you will find that
at the peak of his career, “If I spit, they will take my spit and driveway, the above reminders still apply – Secure attending association meetings will provide you with
frame it as great art.” Just for fun, I’m sharing a poem I wrote your property, lock your car and don’t leave the “key community updates, and it’s also a great way to meet
on my 92nd birthday. fob” in the vehicle. the residents in your neighborhood. The Community
Don’t make yourself an easy target for thieves. list on the POA website provides contact information
AGING Please take a moment when you park your car to be for your association. We welcome your interest and
Never ‘til now have I been ninety-two sure that your valuables are not in view. Be aware of involvement!
Of distant stars and satellites, I haven’t a clue your surroundings and walk with purpose which does Enjoy a great October!
Electric cars, gas shortages, high prices at the pump not include looking at your phone while walking.
No more dancing - can’t even jump. We want our residents to remain safe and aware of
What’s a gal to think, what’s a gal to do?
Never, ‘til now have I been ninety-two.

Pandemics and other new diseases Commissioner’s Update from page1 once a month during Matters by the Public. When
Face masks, vaccines, worry never ceases individuals realize that their voices can have an impact,
Fathers out of work, mothers in distress a hallmark of our success as a county, much of which is they become more involved in the political process.
Children out of school – no recess. a direct result of various partnerships between the county Advocacy and civic engagement are crucial to the health
What’s a gal to think, what’s a gal to do since and FDEP. However, the plan amendment was directly of a democracy.
Never ‘til now have I been ninety-two. detrimental to environmentally sensitive lands and As demonstrated in Palm Beach County, when
water quality to the Loxahatchee River. Along with my citizens come together to advocate for change, they can
No longer shopping, no longer driving colleagues, I penned a letter to the secretary of the FDEP, profoundly impact their government and community
Days mostly filled with attempts at surviving expressing our opposition to the proposal and requesting for the better. Thank you for staying engaged and
“You can’t do this, be careful with that” its withdrawal. making your voices heard. If you’re interested in
Guarded conversations, tit for tat Advocacy empowers individuals to take action on learning more about the Palm Beach County boards
What’s a gal to think, what’s a gal to do issues they care about, fostering a sense of ownership and committees that citizens may participate in,
Never ‘til now have I been ninety-two. over the direction of government policy. As an elected please visit https://secure.co.palm-beach.fl.us/ABC/
official, I often have the opportunity to hear from Pub_ABCReports.aspx. As always, please contact me
Think happy thoughts, eat healthy food constituents daily through letter writing, phone calls, if I can be of assistance at (561) 355-2201 or by email
Phone chat with friends – a change of mood public comment on agenda items, and additionally at MMarino@pbc.gov.
A good book to read, a hot cup of tea
Glad in the fact there is still you and me
I’m a gal who can think, I’m a gal who can be
Smiling and waiting to reach ninety-three.

I hope you enjoyed my small attempt at humor. In our
topsy-turvy world, taking time to smile is necessary. Oh, I
also share the same birthday as sliced bread.
On a more serious note, if I may. On voting day if you
are uninterested in politics or are not abreast of the pros and
cons of what each party can do for the future of our beautiful
country, then do the kind thing and don’t vote. An uninformed
vote has consequences for all of us.
Until next time,
Marie

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