Community Associaion Management-  AM Staff Meeting · Payables for RC and PBC · Ralph came and signed checks – we met about the agenda for next week’s meeting – gave Barrons checks for copies to Renee · Went to SW to check on projects · Had calls about maintenance items at SW ·Went to banks and storage unit · Mike came and signed checks for PBC · Mailed all payables · Worked on filing ·Worked on info for audit and reviews for PBC and SW

Retirees could again lead Fla. rebound  WASHINGTON – Jan. 4, 2012 – While international buyers have been heralded as the leaders of a Florida real estate rebound, a recent Census Bureau report on migration trends indicates that U.S. residents from northern climates are once again heading to Florida for retirement.

Between April 1, 2010, and July 1, 2011, Florida welcomed 256,000 new residents, or roughly 560 new Floridians each day. Texas grew by 529,000 residents, and California came in second with 438,000.

In total population, Florida retained its No. 4 status, but its 19.1 million residents moved closer to bumping New York, with 19.5 million residents, from its No. 3 spot.

Florida ranked No. 3 for attracting new international residents, behind only California and Texas. However, the Sunshine State ranked No. 2 in attracting residents from other U.S. states. During the 15 months of the Census study, 119,000 moved to Florida from other states, a number surpassed only by Texas’ 145,000 new residents.

The state’s growth according to the Census Bureau surpassed earlier estimates by the University of Florida’s Bureau of Economic & Business Research, and Sarasota’s Herald-Tribune dug a little deeper to find out why. They found that the UF study relies mainly on new electric utility hookups to judge population growth, while the Census Bureau relies largely on tax returns and Medicare data.

Since the Census Bureau numbers were roughly twice UF’s figures, the Medicare data may have made a difference – implying greater demand from retirees – said University of Central Florida Economist Sean Snaith. “I think with the recovery of the wealth, at least through the rebound of the stock market, that has helped the flow of retirees resume,” Snaith said.

Source: Herald-Tribune, Dec. 21, 2011, Doug Sword

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• Gulf Islands National Seashore is a great place to walk or run down the beach while you collect seashells or gaze at the sky freckled with stars. Leave your iPOD at home for this run, as the only noise that can be heard is the subtle sound of waves crashing onto the shore and the peaceful sounds of nature.

• Hop on a bike and cruise down Pensacola Beach to Fort Pickens. Feel the salty Gulf breeze blowing through your hair and enjoy an unobstructed view of the sugar-white sand dunes, swaying sea oats and emerald-colored water.
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5 Fall Safety Tips

CHECK THE CHIMNEY: Inspect your chimney to make sure it is unobstructed. If you will be burning wood in a fireplace, have the chimney inspected to make sure it is in good condition and free of creosote buildup.

KNOW WHERE THE SHUT OFF IS: If you are traveling this Holiday Season, turn off your water. A flooded home can be prevented by turning off the water supply.

NEVER HEAT WITH AN OVEN: On chilly autumn mornings, avoid the temptation to warm the kitchen with a gas range or an open oven door. This is a common cause of kitchen fires.

WATCH SPACE HEATERS: Be cautious with portable heaters or space heaters, making sure to follow manufacturer instructions for safe venting and use. Place them at least three feet away from any combustibles, such as wallpaper, bedding, draperies, clothing and furniture. Never leave them operating when you are away from the room or asleep. Don’t leave children or pets unattended with space heaters, and never use them to dry clothing, shoes or mittens.

LIGHT FOR SAFETY: As days grow short, make sure outdoor lighting is in good working order. Good lighting can protect you against crime and falls or accidents caused by darkness. Inspect fixtures and outlets for weather damage and replace burnt-out bulbs.