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LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 Lucky to Live in the Lefe AN EXCLUSIVE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FOR WATERLEFE RESIDENTS

FEATURED IN MARCH 2023 MPOA UPDATES 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 21 A Message from the President Civility Policy MPOA Friendly Reminders A Note from the DRB Hurricane Shutters Policies River Club Member Anniversaries Important Upcoming Meetings Website Improvements Events Calendar Finance Report CAM Report Latest Member Benefits Programs MPOA Events RIVER CLUB UPDATES 23 28 29 River Club Dining Entertainment Updates Amenity Information Fitness Classes CDD GOLF CLUB UPDATES 31 Manatee County Public Information Meeting 32 Committee Updates AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD 34 35 I n the Spotlight by Jack Ritchie Glen Vicki Joshpe 36 Waterlefe Philanthropy Meals on Wheels Hope Family Services ORGANIZATIONS ACTIVITIES 38 41 42 45 46 49 50 51 Boating Community Updates Upcoming Events Artists Guild Updates Art Interactive Updates Organizations Activities Directories 2 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023

COMMUNITY MANAGEMENT May good luck be with you wherever you go and your blessings outnumber the Shamrocks that grow It s March Madness and we are putting on the full court press This month is full of everything for everyone Be sure to check out the Website Event Calendar located under the Member Central tab for the all the latest events programs classes and dining options Once again Waterlefe shines through Alma Paturno and her team outdid themselves for Meals on Wheels with over 2000 lbs of food dropped off at the River Club There is no question Waterlefe residents have the biggest hearts Thanks to all who participated Speaking of hearts be sure to check out the CPR class scheduled for March 28 taught by our very own Jana The class is limited and based on popularity we will probably schedule another for the fall President Valletta and I held our first Coffee Chat and hosted over 20 members It was great to just have an open forum to talk about whatever was on the resident s mind Some of the topics included the differences between the CDD and the MPOA from our new residents updates on the renovation of the River Club Bar Bistro and main dining room solicitation by outside vendors and no parking in the roadway on Fish Hook Not all comments and concerns could be addressed right away but we listened and promised to review all the feedback In addition to the parking along the streets it was noted that vehicles including golf carts should be mindful of their fellow residents who walk especially in front of the River Club Thank you for being cautious Waterlefe travels strike again pun intended watch for a trip May 7 to see the Tampa Bay Rays play the Yankees See you soon Susan Greene MPOA General Manager COO LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 3

MPOA UPDATES 4 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023

A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT A Reminder about the Waterlefe Civility Policy The River Club is the center of social activity in Waterlefe Great food great drinks great staff and good friends new and old all contribute to an enjoyable atmosphere where members feel welcome and at home whenever they visit whether it s in the Bistro the Tiki Bar or the dining room We re now in the peak of our busy season Our facilities are often filled with members and our staff members are working at full capacity It s a good time to remember that we re all members of the same club and we need to be respectful of our staff members and of each other as well Proper dress and proper behavior as outlined in our Civility Policy are not only a requirement but they make for a more enjoyable experience for all To review the current Waterlefe Civility Policy click here John Valletta MPOA Board President MPOATreasurer WaterlefeFL com LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 5

g Alarm Testin Annual Fire Club at the River MON MAR 6 1PM 4PM und Alarms will so s each device periodically a hecked for needs to be c tion proper opera Access A Pool an ssistance for d Fitne ss Cent er the MPO A office hours ar Monday e 8 am to 3 pm an Tuesday d thru Frid a 4 pm If you lose y 8 am to or mispla your acc ce ess card t o the po or gym o assist yo we are happy t l o u during these ho urs FRIENDLY MPOA Reminders 6 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023

A NOTE FROM THE DRB The Design Review Board DRB sends a friendly reminder that Florida s Hurricane Season is from June 1st through November 30th of each year As we all experienced last year it is highly important to prepare our homes and families accordingly Hurricane shutters are an important feature in your preparation tool kit and it is important to know the types and materials that are approved as well as the timing that is required to install and remove them before and after a major storm Residents will find Policy 06 18 is a helpful resource for details As a quick reference and reminder between seasons here are some notes from the policy to keep in mind LEXAN CLEAR PLASTIC SHUTTERS May be installed during the full hurricane season Due to the mostly invisible nature of this device they will be permitted to be left installed on the home at the homowner s discretion on all windows and doorways for the entire hurricane season METAL KEVLAR ROLL DOWNS ETC PLYWOOD SHUTTERS May be installed for a maximum period of 30 days These devices may be put up while the resident is away during hurricane season for extended periods of time at the homeowner s discretion but total time is not to exceed 30 days The coverage may include all windows and doorways May be installed for a maximum period of 10 days May only be used for a short duration Installation can occur as soon as 5 days prior to the announced threat of a hurricane and must not remain on the home longer than 5 days after the storm s passage As we are no longer in hurricane season please check your home to ensure you have removed and safely stored all hurricane shutters Thank you for helping to keep Waterlefe beautiful Michaela Valletta DRB Chair LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 7

Celebrating March RIVER CLUB ANNIVERSARIES 2001 Chuck Eiswerth Michael Graham Robert Baker Frank Manjarrez 2010 Gary Doud David Rolsten Jan Pearce 2002 Joseph Hanle Milton Womack 2011 John Sauermilch Jim McGee David Sands 2003 Dik Hall Ed Adams 2012 Gerald Kiefer Barb Lee 2004 Joseph Sprow Mike Walsten David Larusso 2015 Bruce Jack 2005 Tom Werner 2006 Francis Crepeau 2007 Richard Creel Sigurd Feile 2017 Daniel Kunkel 2016 Steven Brickley 2019 Phillip Koch Thomas Kirkpatrick Raymond Ditmar Kevin Wood 2020 Timothy Huelsman 2021 David Manson Dennis Meskill Richard Reyenger Susan Anderson Robert Stolze Teresa Govekar 2022 Joyce Huston Catherine Yosha 2018 Stig Lassen Linda Biribauer Jennie Widden Connie Carkonen Jim Kinder Thank you for your Membership 8 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023

MARCH MEETINGS MPOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday March 28 2pm WATCH II BOARD MEETINGS Monday March 6 6 30pm Monday March 13 6 30pm Monday March 20 6 30pm TOWN HALL MEETING Tuesday March 7 1pm FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING Tuesday March 21 10am DESIGN REVIEW BOARD MEETING Tuesday March 21 2pm Be sure to watch the website event calendar and weekly emails for more details and or possible changes throughout the month LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 9

TUESDAY MARCH 7 1PM 3PM THE RIVER CLUB TOWN HALL MEETING Let your voice be heard Join us in this open discussion forum as we review the most recent Covenant Team Survey and Covenant update options Please RSVP to River Club Reception 941 253 5333 Reception WaterlefeFL com We hope to see you there 10 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023

Did You Know We re making website improvements Check out the updates to the WaterlefeMembers com Events Calendar Located under the Member Central Tab See the many things happening at the River Club this month and beyond Use the Filter button to view only the event categories that matter to you the most View by Month Week or List Use the Print Events button to keep it on your fridge Click on any event for more details Check back often Event dates and or details may change without notice More improvements to come LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 11

FINANCE REPORT Greetings to all Waterlefe residents The following is the financial update for Waterlefe For January 2023 the MPOA YTD surplus is 19 202 before depreciation The audit is in full swing and hope to report that it is done when the April Lefe Life is published I have received a lot of questions about the assessments and dining charges how much when they are due and about how the information is communicated Hopefully the following information will be helpful Everyone is assessed 825 00 quarterly for the Master Property Owners Association MPOA This assessment covers the operations of the Clubhouse and management operations This is billed one month in advance Dec 1 for Jan Mar March 1 for AprilJune June 1 for July Sept Sept 1 for Oct Dec It is due on the 1st day of the quarter Jan April July October and is late if not received by the 10th of the month per paragraph 8 10 1 of the Waterlefe governing documents If you live in the Villas you will also have an additional assessment for landscaping This is also billed one month in advance Dec 1 for Jan Mar March 1 for April June June 1 for July Sept Sept 1 for Oct Dec It is due on the 1st day of the quarter Jan April July October and is late if not received by the 10th of the month per paragraph 8 10 1 of the Waterlefe governing documents For those who live in the Watch and Watch II an additional condo association assessment for the building is billed monthly This is due on the 1st day of the month and is late if not received by the 10th of the month per paragraph 14 2 of both the Watch and Watch II governing documents For those who live in the Shores there is an additional annual HOA assessment which is due on the first of January and is late if not received by the 10th of January per paragraph 6 7 1 of the Shores governing documents Valerie Funk Comptroller

FINANCE REPORT For those who live in the Sound there is an additional condo association assessment billed quarterly It is due on the 1st day of the quarter Jan April July October and is late if not received by the 10th of the month per paragraph 14 1 b of the Sound governing documents Hopefully everyone is dining at the River Club If you are your member charges for the month are also due by the 10th of the following month For example all the dining charges for February are due on March 1st per paragraph 8 10 1 of the Waterlefe governing documents Invoices or statements are not sent monthly for the River Club dining charges Those can be found by logging onto www waterlefemembers com using your user name and password Then click on Member Central Statements You will see your current balance up to date as of the day you are logged in the balance due what is due from the prior month and the list of the monthly statements Click on the statements to see the details I am going to go into reading and understanding statements in more detail next month If you are interested in our monthly reviews for the Master Association you are more than welcome to attend the Finance Committee meeting The next meeting will be on the March 21st which is the third Tuesday at 10AM at the River Club to review the February 2023 financials LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 13

CAM REPORT Did you know BERMUDA GRASS AND INSECT INFESTATIONS can turn your grass brown during the Florida winter season During the winter in Florida green lawns can turn brown with Bermuda grass intrusion or an insect infestation a sight that regular full time residents are accustomed to but a source of stress for snowbirds As the temperatures drop and the daily sunlight reduces you may notice areas of your grass turning brown The growth of St Augustine turf grass slows greatly and is not as vibrant green as it is in the summer There are however a couple of other issues that affect the color of your turf Bermuda grass as well as Carpetgrass intrusion can occur naturally over time as the seeds can migrate from one area to another which go dormant during the winter season Certain insect infestations also will cause sections of your grass to turn almost completely brown During the summer months they are less noticeable because these grasses are nice and green But in the winter months they lose color before the St Augustine does which causes your turf to have an uneven appearance or what can appear to be dead spots Besides Bermuda grass Carpetgrass can be easily identified by its pale green or yellowish green color It is one of the first grasses to turn brown in winter and the last to green up in the spring Bermuda grass turns brown a bit later and will green up faster than the Carpetgrass There are no herbicides currently on the market that are available to use to control Carpetgrass or Bermuda grass intrusion as they will also kill your St Augustine grass Besides hand pulling out the bad grasses or cutting them as low as possible and then putting down a bit of compost over the area to help stimulate biological activity The only other alternative to rid these undesirable grasses would be to re sod your lawn For insect infestations you can get certain insecticides to help get rid of them Remember any changes you wish to make in your landscape will require a DRB application to be sent in to the Association Management office before you start doing any work 14 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023

CAM REPORT THIS IS THE BEST TIME OF THE YEAR TO CLEAN YOUR ROOF and for good reason Tiled roofs not only look good but are strong and exceptionally resistant to water frost insect damage and other natural elements Tiled roofs are also energy efficient Their surprising thermal properties and natural air barrier make them ideal for Florida weather However to make the most of it one of the ways you can enhance the lifespan and quality of your roof is to have it cleaned on a yearly basis so that your roof can function at peak performance Reasons to consider Mold can etch discolor and eat away at roof pigment Increased cooling costs are proven to be linked to mold build up Breaches cracks and other damages become less discoverable Curb appeal and property values take a hit Like the insides of your home the roof also deserves a thorough cleaning at regular intervals If your roof isn t regularly cleaned layers of deposited debris can harden and become more difficult to scrape off after longer intervals This not only damages your roof but also your aesthetic standing which is part of your duty as a homeowner to maintain For effective and safe cleaning it s best to perform a soft wash with a cleaning solution This will make your tile roof look clean and will not cause any unnecessary damage Not only does regular cleaning improve the outlook of the house but also prolongs its life Remember to also take a look at your driveway and sidewalks to see if they have any build up which will need to be cleaned so they can stay in shape Your Association Management Team will be out looking at the roofs in the not too distant future If you have any question please do not hesitate to contact us at mpoa waterlefeFL com Thank you Your Association Management Team MaryAnn Burchell LCAM Association Property Manager LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 15

LATEST WATERLEFE MEMBER BENEFITS PROGRAMS EVENTS THURSDAY MARCH 16 12PM 5PM RIVER CLUB PARKING LOT ENHANCED MEMBER BENEFITS COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE CAR DETAILING SERVICE Donate Blood Do Good AVA I L A B L E E V E RY M O N D AY B E G I N N I N G J A N U A RY 9 Join us in the effort to help the local medical community You could save lives SCRUB A DUB DUB BRING YOUR CAR TO THE CLUB PARTNERING WITH Enjoy our Resident Member automotive detailing services conveniently available at the River Club East side of the building near the loading dock Don t forget to take advantage of the concierge service for pick up and drop off so you can wait comfortably at home during cleaning Simply mention it when you book See next page for pricing and reservation information SunCoast Blood Centers 3025 Lakewood Ranch Blvd Suite 111 Bradenton FL 34211 Dave Husak Donor Group Representative TEL 248 924 1420 dhusak suncoastblood org www suncoastblood org VISIT THIS LINK TO SCHEDULE YOUR DONATION HTTP BIT LY 3JBQHAZ 2 donors accepted side by side every 15 minutes Last donor scheduled at 4 40pm FOR QUESTIONS MPOA ADMINISTRATION EILEEN LOVENSTEIN AA WATERLEFEFL COM 941 200 4409 TUESDAY MARCH 28 11 30AM 2 30PM THE RIVER CLUB CAR DETAILING SERVICE PA C K A G E S R E S E RVAT I O N I N F O R M AT I O N 45 80 120 WATERLEFE PACKAGE MANATEE PACKAGE RIVER PACKAGE WASH WAX CLOTH DRY VACUUM WHEEL TIRE DRESSING WINDOWS WASH WAX CLOTH DRY VACUUM WHEEL TIRE DRESSING WINDOWS CREVISES WASH WAX CLOTH DRY VACUUM WHEEL TIRE DRESSING WINDOWS CREVISES LEATHER TREATMENT CARPET TREATMENT 30 min 90 min Choice of one CARPET OR LEATHER TREATMENT 2 5 hrs Minor stain removal CPR TRAINING COURSE Learn the skills that save lives JOIN US FOR A COURSE ON AHA HEARTSAVER CPR AED Class Limited to 12 Participants 54 Per Person Prices are based on estimated completion times Additional cost may apply if extra time service is required RESERVE DIRECTLY WITH EMFS ENTERPRISE 1 800 479 1097 Ext 805 Dear Members of Waterlefe Golf River Club Thank you for giving Emfs Enterprise an opportunity to service your vehicle detailing needs My staff and technicians are trained by certified members in COVID 19 cleaning processes as well as decontamination guidelines by OSHA So it is our pleasure to offer to you our most comprehensive packages COURSE COVERS Adult Child and Infant CPR AED Choking Sincerely Eric Coleman Emfs Enterprise LLC EmfsEnterprise com Emfs2020 gmail com 800 479 1097 17523 Tampa FL 33682 Waterlefe Golf River Club is not responsible for any damage Emfs is bonded and insured Emfs has been recommended by several automotive clubs and other country club communities Pricing inclusive of all member discounts Method of payment is via member charge only no cash INSTRUCTORS ARE TRAINING CENTER FACULTY FOR MANATEE TECHNICAL COLLEGE Jana Dunson Martin R Jay Martin FOR QUESTIONS OR TO RSVP CONTACT MPOA ADMINISTRATION EILEEN LOVENSTEIN AA WATERLEFEFL COM 941 200 4409 16 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023

THANK YOU MEMBERS On behalf of SunCoast Blood Bank I want to thank you for your community support Your February Blood Drive had 13 donors Those 13 donors helped support over 39 patients at our local hospitals and Cancer Centers in the community Many thanks to your family members co workers residents and friends in joining us Your donors make up part of the 3 of Americans who give back Our SunCoast Blood Bank services Manatee and Sarasota counties Giving Local Saves Local lives You did a wonderful job For the March 16th Blood Drive walk ups are welcome the day of the event or residents can register online thru the Sun Coast link David Husak Donor Group Representative TEL 941 954 1600 FAX 941 896 9937 dhusak suncoastblood org www suncoastblood org LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 17

WALK OF FAME BECOME A PERMANENT PART OF WATERLEFE S RICH HISTORY Get your own personalized paver The Waterlefe Walk of Fame located on the path from the pool to the Pointe is dedicated to recognizing your loved ones your friends your special occasions and your memories with an engraved paver for you and your fellow Members to enjoy for years to come There is no better way to honor birthdays a hole in one military service anniversaries children grandchildren favorite sports teams friends and pets or loved ones who have passed A paver on your Walk of Fame may also make the perfect gift The proceeds from the Walk of Fame will be used to enhance The Pointe See More Details Order Yours Today PolarEngraving com WaterlefeGolfAndRiverClub For Questions Feedback Contact General Manager Susan Greene GM WaterlefeFL com 941 747 6898 18 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023

The Stories Behind Our WALK OF FAME Celebrating the very first paver IN LOVING MEMORY OF MY DEAR BROTHER JEAN JACQUES Jean Jacques is my only brother On March 1 2021 he peacefully passed away in his sleep while visiting us at our Ottawa residence He was 69 years old That day I lost my best and most loyal friend In 2004 my husband and I came to Waterlefe as snowbirds Jean Jacques was an IT professional and served his clients remotely Being a sun worshipper he immediately followed suit and came to Waterlefe to spend his winters Shortly after his arrival the neighbours on Discovery Terrace started calling him JJ Jean Jacques is not the easiest French given name to prounounce in English On a sunny day JJ would sit in the driveway by the garage door playing his guitar He did not go unnoticed while cruising the neighbourhood on his Honda scooter his only means of transportation while alone at our condo Publix Walmart the beach there were no boundaries for that little scooter We all moved together to River Basin Court We got a new scooter for the occasion It makes my heart smile knowing that a neighbour now proudly drives it through our community But JJ s favorite spot was definitely The Pointe At low tide you would find him sitting on our small sandy beach in front of the watchtower He rarely missed a sunset over the Manatee River A memorial paver honoring his life brings peace to my heart I visit him daily while in Waterlefe He promised to keep an eye on my canoe L honorable juge Johanne Trudel A collection of these original stories will be kept in a binder in the MPOA office for future generations to enjoy and understand the origin and meaning behind each paver LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 19

SATURDAY APRIL 1 8AM 1PM COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE Spring shopping and cleaning is just around the corner Registration Open February 20 March 17 Residents wishing to participate can do so by stopping by the MPOA office to register with Eileen The registration fee is 10 per resident address payable by cash only The hours of the MPOA offices are Monday 8am 3pm Tuesday Friday 8am 4pm Don t have enough to sell at just your garage Consider joining with a neighbor and use only one address and only pay one fee This fee ensures that your address is identified on the visitors map when entering the Community on the day of the sale Non registered addresses can not participate 20 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023

More Community Garage Sale Details Maps of participating residences will be available at the Main Guard House Please be mindful the morning of the sale April 1 to not park vehicles on the street Please limit the number of vendors unless an emergency who will be working at your residence that morning To aid in both traffic flow and to allow for emergency vehicles Portside Foggy Morn and Discovery Terrace will be turned into one way streets with no parking on one side of the street Please note that the residents entering the Mossy Branch resident gate will only be allowed to turn LEFT at Portside It is advisable to avoid the Mossy Branch entrance during the sale hours Every attempt to secure Manatee Sheriffs Florida State Troops along with our Volunteers will be made for traffic control your courteous cooperation is appreciated Registration for your address is open until March 17 registration fee is 10 cash Registration can be made with Eileen in the MPOA offices LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 21

THE RIVER CLUB 22 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023

RIVER CLUB MANAGEMENT Happy March Waterlefe Some news for this month The Tiki Bar will now be open on Fridays from 12pm 4pm Be sure to come and enjoy this extra day of full service through March As always we are looking forward to entertaining you at our upcoming events Here are a few we re most excited about DUELING PIANOS DINNER MAR 11 12 A 2 night musical affair accompanied by delicious dishes This event is currently on a wait list and it s no surprise guests will enjoy listening to a variety of popular songs played live by professional pianists ST PATRICK S CELEBRATION MAR 16 Chef Tod gets festive with a buffet full of Irish classics Join your neighbors for good luck and slainte CATENA ZAPATA WINE DINNER MAR 18 Another wait listed event that will feature five spectacular courses with distinctive pairings DINNER ON THE RANGE MAR 25 A unique farm to table dinner at a communal table in a very special outdoor location the Waterlefe Driving Range We can t wait for this one And a Reminder Our events fill up fast Be sure to keep your eye out for emailed event announcements and or keep your eyes on our website events calendar and event details within for all the information you need to plan your month See you at the River Club soon Dan Adkins River Club Manager LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 23

AT THE RIVER CLUB Eat Endless dining options Wed Sun every week

Unique events all month long will keep you entertained EVERY EVENT IS A SPECIAL EVENT Enjoy

Open for full service on Fridays in March 12pm 4pm 26 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 Swim Sip Snack

RIVER CLUB PAPARAZZI Check out all the fun we had in February Thank you to everyone who shared their photos and great experiences with us Click here to view download all albums online EMAIL LKOTIK WATERLEFEFL COM TO SHARE YOUR OWN PHOTOS You could be featured in one of our future publications

FITNESS CENTER Class Schedule MONDAYS 9AM STRONG BODY STRONG BONES TUESDAYS 9AM YOGA 10AM AQUAFIT WEDNESDAYS 9AM ZUMBA Live class only Space is limited THURSDAYS 9AM ABC PILATES MATWORK 10AM AQUAFIT FRIDAYS 9AM STRONG BODY STRONG BONES TRX SUSPENSION TRAINING Join us in the studio for Total Resistance eXercise classes Space is limited and advanced reservations required Classes are 12 00 ea payable by cash or check TRX WITH JANA Tuesday and Thursday 7 15AM Reserve your spot by text 941 524 8687 TRX AND CORE WITH KRISTINE Mon Weds Fri 10 15AM Reserve your spot by text 941 408 3593 VISIT JANAFIT COM FOR MORE INFORMATION 28 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023

AMENITY INFORMATION RIVER CLUB DINING MPOA OFFICE MAIN DINING ROOM Monday 8am 3pm Tuesday Friday 8am 4pm 941 747 6898 mpoa waterlefefl com Wednesday Friday 5pm 9pm A La Carte Dining Thursday 5pm 9pm Rotating Specialty Themed Events Saturday 5pm 9pm A La Carte Dining Special Events Sunday Brunch 10am 1pm Buffet Style Dining BISTRO ROOM BAR Wednesday Friday 4pm 6pm Happy Hour 5pm 9pm Dining Available Saturday 5pm 9pm Located Downstairs On Main Level at the River Club OTHER AMENITIES FITNESS CENTER 24 7 Access With Card Waiver Required for Entry Weekly Classes Offered JanaFit com COMMUNITY POOL Open Daily Dawn to Dusk Except Some Special Event Nights COMMUNITY LIBRARY POOLSIDE TIKI BAR Tuesday Friday 10am 9pm Saturday Sunday 10am 5pm Saturday Sunday 12pm 5pm When it Rains We Pour at the Bar Indoors CURBSIDE TAKE OUT Wednesday Friday 5pm 9pm Club Signature Wings Signature Pizzas and or Correlating Nightly Menu Excludes Buffets Saturday 12pm 5pm Tiki Bar Menu 5pm 9pm Club Signature Wings Signature Pizzas and or Correlating Nightly Menu Excludes Buffets BOAT LIFT Open Daily Dawn to Dusk GOLF CLUB GRILLE ROOM Open Daily 7am 6pm 941 744 0393 waterlefegolfandriverclub com Located on the S W Corner of the Parking Lot from the River Club Sunday 12pm 5pm Tiki Bar Menu FOR RESERVATIONS CURBSIDE TAKE OUT rcdining waterlefefl com 941 253 LEFE 5333 THANK YOU FOR VISITING THE RIVER CLUB 941 744 9881 waterlefemembers com LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 29

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CDD UPDATES PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING Tuesday March 21 6pm 8pm Peace Presbyterian Church MANATEE COUNTY informed the CDD that the Public Works Department is hosting a Public Information Meeting for the upcoming roadway improvement project on Upper Manatee River Road from north of S R 64 to the Fort Hamer Bridge This meeting will be held on Tuesday March 21 2023 from 6 00pm 8 00pm at Peace Presbyterian Church 12705 E S R 64 Bradenton Guests may arrive any time between 6 00 p m and 8 00 p m As an opportunity for the public to learn more about the proposed improvements to Upper Manatee River Road guests will be able to view design boards and plans Project staff will also be on hand to answer questions and provide other projectrelated information There will be no formal presentation LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 31

COMMITTEE UPDATES LANDSCAPE COMMITTEE Phase two of oak tree trimming has been completed This trimming was done to continue to improve the health and appearance of these trees Work was completed in different areas along Waterlefe Blvd Big Bass Place Winding Stream and the outer oaks of the Golf and River Club parking lot The Landscape Committee hopes to be able to complete phase three in the next fiscal year The petunias that were in the annual beds did a wonderful job this winter but it is now time to bring in some new color The annuals being installed March 1st will be a spring mix which include a mixture of annuals and colors The Landscape Committee has also noticed more ruts in the turf on cul de sacs As a reminder to residents there is no parking on the cul de sacs Please also remind any vendors working at your residence to not park on the cul de sacs This will help with larger trucks like the garbage trucks maneuver the cul de sacs better and hopefully lessen the issue of damaging the turf SAFETY COMMITTEE The Safety Committee is continuing to monitor the speeding data from the radar sign on Portside Terrace The Committee has received feedback that roads particularly Portside Terrace can be difficult to maneuver on heavy vendor traffic days If residents can remind vendors when arriving to make sure they do not park directly across from another vendor vehicle this will assist in visibility for drivers throughout the community The Committee also has discussed a website residents can use to look up any crime in surrounding areas to Waterlefe The website www spotcrime com also has an app and you can set it to alert you when anything is reported close by As an FYI within the last month there have been two random shootings reported by Waterlefe residents Based on known information the gun shots were from neighboring properties and not within the community GOLF COMMITTEE The Golf Committee has been very busy with the recent Ladies and Men s Member Guest events that took place the last two weekends of February Both events had full participation and the Men s event even had a waitlist Membership is at an all time high with 272 golf members Of those 272 members 154 are local Waterlefe Residents For any residents who have yet to sign up don t forget the initiation fee is only 3 000 until March 31st As of April 1st the initiation fee is expected to be at a 7 500 minimum CAPITAL PLANNING COMMITTEE The CDD Capital Projects Committee continues to finalize plans for the Golf Clubhouse renovation Most recently the committee worked to identified cost cutting opportunities Updated plans to incorporate these changes took longer than expected but these plans are now finalized Our construction manager has sent out bid packages to create a Guaranteed Maximum Price that will be reviewed by the committee in the near future 32 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023

AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 33

IN THE SPOTLIGHT WRITTEN BY JACK RITCHIE FEATURING YOUR NEIGHBORS GLEN VICKI JOSHPE Vicki and Glen are true New Yorkers with Vicki born an upstater near the Canadian border and Glen from the Bronx Like many Waterlefers they ve each come a long way Vicki starting out in a 2 room school house and Glen living in a poor section of the Bronx where he actually slept on a couch in the kitchen of a 5 floor walk up Glen went to CCNY then attended N Y Medical College and received his M D in 1969 He continued as Resident in Internal Medicine and Fellow in Hematology In 1972 he was appointed the Chief Resident at N Y Medical College and Flower and Fifth Ave Hospitals a 1 500 bed complex in NYC Glen moved to Stamford N Y in 1974 as Medical Director of the Community Hospital of Stamford where he met Vicki Vicki worked as an Elementary school teacher at Stamford Central School a K through 12 rural school She was responsible for obtaining two major Federal grants Teacher Corp and No Child Left Behind and administered them both When asked how they met and subsequently married in 1978 they like to say that they were the last two single folks left in town Know a neighbor with an interesting story to tell NOMINATE THEM Contact LKotik WaterlefeFL com

IN THE SPOTLIGHT WRITTEN BY JACK RITCHIE Today they are very proud of their family and love them dearly Vicki says They have two sons and three Grandchildren Vicki always worked diligently for her community In 1999 she was selected as Woman of Distinction by the N Y State Senate Vicki continues to be active in the Waterlefe community She serves as CoChair of the Activities Committee organizer of the Woman s Fashion Show President of the Woman s Golf Assoc and sponsor of Junior Golf Program Glen is occasionally dubbed the Woodstock Doc as he was a physician at the now famous Woodstock Music Festival in Bethel N Y in 1969 The Producers of that show donated funds to the town to build the Bethel Medical Center and Glen also served as its first physician Glen and Vicki both retired in 2007 Glen practiced medicine as Chief of Staff in Stamford for over 35 years Upon retirement he was presented with a Proclamation by the N Y State Senate for his years of service Vicki served as teacher and subsequently as Administrator for over 16 years The Joshpes moved to Waterlefe in 2012 and believe it has been one of the best decisions of their lives Vicki enjoys golf crafts and entertaining Waterlefe is as close to Utopia as one can find The best part are the people It is a loving community where one truly cares about their neighbor states Vicki Glen enjoys hanging with his Golden Doodle Cuddles writing and all the activities offered by Waterlefe Glen adds The River Club is the best Great food and an unbelievable staff We are so fortunate Know a neighbor with an interesting story to tell NOMINATE THEM Contact LKotik WaterlefeFL com

Waterlefe Philanthropy RECOGNIZING THE HAVE A HEART MEALS ON WHEELS FOOD DRIVE Submission by Alma Paturno We would like to give a heartfelt thank you to all of our Community Members that participated in the February food drive Because of your generosity we were able to collect 2 557 pounds of much needed food helping to fill the empty shelves of the food bank 600 pounds more than last year On behalf of the families that will feel your love thank you for your kindness Special thanks to our volunteers and organizers Alma Paturno Peggy Townsend Barbara Gleason Melanie Nelson and Karen Bolendz RECOGNIZING VOLUNTEERS FOR HOPE FAMILY SERVICES Submission by Audrey Bilotti Hope family services was delighted with Waterlefe s generosity We had a variety of donations from toiletries flip flops tote bags a blanket I thank you Tote bags are valuable for the clients to carry items when they go to another living location Hang on to them for next year I m very proud of the waterlefe community HOPE Family Services HOPE is a private not forprofit corporation founded in 1979 HOPE s primary purpose is to provide services to survivors of domestic violence and help them stay safe gain strength and evaluate their options From the first program until today HOPE has had one goal to offer high quality life saving services which are confidential and offered at no charge for victims and survivors of domestic violence https www hopefamilyservice org For the past several years our book clubs card golf groups and neighbors have helped with contributions CREATING WELCOME PACKETS FOR INCOMING CLIENTS Make a packet at home by putting together a personal hygiene items To give you an idea as to what should be in the packets include all new items you would need when you are traveling to make you feel more at home To get involved contact Audrey Bilotti at audalb1 me com 36 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023

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BOATING COMMUNITY Submission by Jim Manning The Waterlefe Community Boating Group WCBG meeting was held on Feb 11th and covered the following topics WATERLEFE FISHING DERBY See next pages for flyer details Derby tournament will run from Feb 15th to March 15th Awards dinner will take place on March 29th at the River Club All residents are invited and limited to 40 people in the Bistro FISHING TECHNIQUES FOR MANATEE RIVER SPECIES Nick Limoncelli from Premier Tackle in Lakewood Ranch demonstrated rods reels and lures used to catch the major fish species on the river Locations to catch Redfish Sheepshead Snook and Tarpon were identified on Google Maps A rod and reel set along with a variety of tackle was raffled off compliments of Premier Tackle HOW TO DOCK A BOAT David Haddox from Anna Maria Island Sail Power Squadron demonstrated the proper way to dock a boat in various wind directions David also presented How To Secure a Boat to a dock with proper placement of bow stern and spring lines Techniques to leave a dock in different wind directions were also presented AMERICA S BOATING COURSE See next pages for flyer details David presented a summary of the course to be offered March 25th and April 1st No Fooling at the River Club in the Bistro Room from 8 30AM to 4 30PM Pre registration will take place at the Boating Group meeting on March 18th at 9 30AM Course provided by Certified instructors from the Power Squadron VESSEL SAFETY INSPECTIONS were performed for a number of Waterlefe boat owners by the Manatee Sail Power Squadron on Feb 18th BOAT LIFT MAINTENANCE AND DREDGING UPDATE The following maintenance items have been completed by the Waterlefe maintenance staff Painted borders of concrete deck safety yellow Concrete mounted surface cleats painted red to avoid tripping Replaced 2 lift switch that was badly corroded and barely operable Dredging and Dock Status Patrick Sullivan is obtaining quates for dredging both bays and replacing the wooded deck stairways and support beams Initial quote by one contractor for pre work site inspection evaluation and completion is approximately 100 000 Estimated completion time including securing necessary permits is 12 months 38 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023

What s Happening in the Waterlefe Boating Community KAYAKING Denny Meskill dmeskill48 gmail com has volunteered to be the Waterlefe Kayak organizer point person Denny being a kayaker will organize excursions outings for kayakers He will also represent the kayak community addressing and identifying kayaker concerns interests and recommendations with the goal of having more fun on and off the water WATERLEFE FISHING DERBY Tournament Feb 15th March 15th See next pages for flyer details WATERLEFE BOATING COMMUNITY MEETING March 18th 9 30AM River Club Bistro Room Pre registration for Boating Course See next pages for flyer details Organize a Boat Kayak Day excursion River restaurant boating lunch More agenda items to follow FISHING DERBY AWARDS DINNER March 29th 6 30PM River Club Bistro All residents invited limited to 40 people ONGOING ACTIVITIES INCLUDE Boat Lift maintenance Boat Lift dredging permitting Dredging cost estimates solicited and secured Updating the Waterlefe Boating Community roster Adding new resident boaters and kayakers emails for future communications As Always when on the water be safe and have fun LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 39

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BOATING KAYAKING COMMUNITY America s Boating Course 25 March 1 April 0830 1630 EDT THE RIVER CLUB Now Hear This Now Hear This Save the Dates America s Boating Course 3rd Edition ABC3 will be offered from 0830 1630 EDT over two consecutive Saturdays 25 March and 1 April at the River Club This course is provided by Certified Instructors from the Anna Maria Island Sail Power Squadron AMISPS All Waterlefe residents are invited Pre registration on Saturday 18 March during the monthly meeting of the Boating Kayaking Community is mandatory Course fee is 55 00 per person or 85 00 for two people sharing instructional materials Completion of ABC3 gets you a a certificate b a Florida Boating Safety Education Identification Card required for Florida boat operators born on or after 1 January 1988 c an introductory free membership to Sea Tow d often a reduction in boating insurance premium and e discounted membership in America s Boating Club for the Bradenton Area AMISPS The most important benefit however is a nationally recognized introductory boating course taught by experienced mariners with over a century of combined boating that will leave you a safer more confident boater Lunch is on your own We will be ordering from the Tiki Bar Menu RSVP to Jim Manning via email at jpmanning880 gmail com For ABC3 questions contact Cdr J David Haddox S at kayakmd gmail com or 941 705 4338 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 41

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ARTISTS GUILD d D d d D t Z d t d z d fifty years of Benson s work and also featured ten artists was teaching and Dean at Yale s Art School Sara Berman s Closet yes she even ironed her socks The culminated with brunch at the Museum s Bistro where we shared D D d D W d D d D Z D D Z D This is a National Garden Club s accredited show which is a delightful Dr obSEUSSed A Seussical Celebration doctor s creations including Thing 1 and Thing 2 How Do You Do K d Z s

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ART INTERACTIVE Waterlefe artists attended workshops at the River Club exploring the digital app Snapseed on their smartphones and tablets They experimented with the same starter image and also did free form work Here and on the following pages are some of the results Laura Bryg Elly Krasow Kathleen Vyborny Herb Krasow Mary McLain Mary Fiorini Herb Krasow Patsy Kline Hall Pauline Dickson Kathleen Vyborny Patsy Kline Hall Patsy Kline Hall All copyright and other intellectual property rights are reserved to the author of the work shown here Unauthorized use is prohibited Art Interactive 46 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023

ART INTERACTIVE AI assisted apps such as Snapseed along with similar software and apps are powerful tools Here is that same page of free form work with the colors inverted Which do you like better Mary McLain Pauline Dickson All copyright and other intellectual property rights are reserved to the author of the work shown here Unauthorized use is prohibited Art Interactive LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 47

ART INTERACTIVE Laura Bryg Patsy Kline Hall Elly Krasow Terry Wilson Kathleen Vyborny Mary Fiorini AI assisted digital art starting with an ordinary decorative ball All copyright and other intellectual property rights are reserved to the author of the work shown here Unauthorized use is prohibited Art Interactive 48 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023

ART INTERACTIVE Wine glasses at the River Club bar Mary Fiorini Patsy Kline Hall Rosalynn Kiefer Rosalynn Kiefer Laura Bryg All copyright and other intellectual property rights are reserved to the author of the work shown here Unauthorized use is prohibited Art Interactive Elly Krasow LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 49

ORGANIZATIONS DIRECTORY ARTISTS GUILD Formerly known as the Waterlefe Artists Guild the Manatee River Artists Guild Artists Guild is dedicated to Keep Art Alive not only in Waterlefe but also in our local schools It provides a forum for residents whether artists or art lovers to come together as a community to promote and enjoy art All Waterlefe residents whether budding beginners long time professionals or those that are art lovers are invited to join Laura Bryg lolobryg gmail com BOATING COMMUNITY GROUP A social group for Waterlefe residents to promote water recreation share valued information and grow friendships among boaters anglers kayakers and paddlers Jim Manning jpmanning880 gmail com COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM CERT A group of volunteers funded and trained by the county to step in and assist the community in case of an emergency that first responders are unavailable for No specific skills are needed to become a member Jeff Brand jeffreyabrand gmail com Tom Kalousek tkalousek1000 gmail com WATERING HOLE A social group for people especially newcomers to meet their neighbors and feel involved in their community Whether you are new to the community or have been here for years we welcome you to enjoy a fun evening with your neighbors at one of these no fuss events Miriam Martin mmartin952 comcast net Barbie Brand barbiegbrand gmail com LITERARY SOCIETY An organization for members looking to engage in thoughtful conversations about a wide range of pre selected books from month to month These gatherings are in a casual setting which allows residents to connect and converse about important and exciting literature Joanne Carey joannecarey comcast net Dee Quigley deeva45 aol com SENSATIONAL SINGLES A social group for single Waterlefe members widowed divorced and everyone else to participate in various outings to connect with one another and create meaningful friendships through casual get togethers Roz Warner rozwarner619 gmail com Please contact group organizers for more information 50 LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023

ACTIVITIES DIRECTORY ART INTERACTIVE ART TUTORIALS Kathleen Vyborny VybornyDesigning aol com BOATING COMMUNITY Jim Manning jpmanning gmail com FITNESS CENTER CLASSES PROGRAMS Jana Dunson Martin jana janafit com Kristine Reis wholebodyfitness hotmail com KAYAKING CANOEING WL Association Management pm waterlefefl com Denny Meskill dmeskill48 gmail com LADIES HAND FOOT CARDS Audrey Bilotti audalb1 me com LADIES MAH JONGG Sue McCarty sue herbandsue com LADIES SHANGHAI RUMMY Audrey Bilotti audalb1 me com MEN S GOLF ASSOCIATION Joel Ambrose joelambrose hotmail com MIXED BRIDGE Judy Werner allwern aol com MIXED EUCHRE CARD GROUP Sue Bryant sbee287 aol com PURLS CHAINS KNITTING CROCHET Lisa Hantverk lisah826 hotmail com WOMEN S NINERS 9 HOLE GOLF Amber Browne abrowne57 hotmail com WWGA WOMEN S GOLF ASSOCIATION Bonnie Tyler btylerqueenbee icloud com Please contact group organizers for more information LEFE LIFE MARCH 2023 51

MARCH 2023 LEFE LIFE THANK YOU FOR READING LEFE LIFE NEXT EDITION APRIL 2023 Until next time watch for our weekly daily emails on what s new in Waterlefe Lefe Lite Weekly MPOA News Updates Every Monday River Club Current Upcoming Events Lineup Every Tuesday Today at the River Club Daily Dining More Wednesday Sunday Want to get involved or share feedback Contact The River Club MPOA Communications Department LKotik WaterlefeFL com