LAIICDD NEWS By James Margeson, LAIICDD Community Director LA II CDD BOARD OF SUP ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman Public Safety & District Operations/Programs Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary Public Works & Infrastructure, Including Roadways 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707 alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Roy Aull, Assistant Secretary Facilities/Amenity Management Office Hours: Friday 9 to 10:30 am 973-670-2709, raull@lakeashton2cdd.com The month of March and the early start of Spring, is upon our great community of Lake Ashton. February was a very busy month that had many activities all our residents enjoyed. One in particular, the Sock Hop on February 2 featuring the 57 Chrome Band was a huge success, and supported Alzheimer's Research. We had many “Pink Ladies" in attendance, along with their dates (in jeans and t-shirts), that 'truly gave the evening a fifties feel. Our Magic Show on February 9 gave our residents a fun afternoon of magic and illusions. Many people got to participate in the illusions and magic ... and it was FREE! Our CERT Team also held a Tornado drill honing their skills in emergency management. It was observed by the Polk County Fire and Rescue officials, and our outstanding volunteers performed extremely well. Kudos to our CERT Team! March also promises to be a very exciting month for the Health and Fitness Center and the Lake Ashton II Community Development District. The Lake Ashton Purple Stars will be hosting a St. Paddy's Day Party on March 17 from 7 to 10 pm in the HFC Community Center. This dance will support the American Cancer Society, and tickets are on sale at the HFC. A donation of $10 (cash or check) payable to LA Purple Stars is required. DJ Wayne will be there for all types of music, including some Irish tunes. Get out your best green outfits and support this great cause. The March Community Potluck is scheduled for March 21 at noon at the HFC. Come on out and get to know your neighbors at this outstanding event. The Aqua Zumba program is in the final stages of planning, and the dates for March will be forthcoming. Please note on your April calendar that Elvis will be in the building at 7 pm on April 12 for an evening of Elvis impersonation. A reminder that the Lake Ashton II CDD Board will be developing our 2025 budget over the next few meetings. Our Board will review financial requirements for our amenities and community infrastructure. We encourage all Lake Ashton II members to attend and give us feedback throughout the entire process. Hope to see you there! As we are coming into the Spring Season, and many of us will have family and guests visiting, please make sure they are registered at either the HFC, Clubhouse, or CR 653 gate. Additionally, please make sure age restrictions for operating golf carts are strictly followed. Again, we are excited to bring many more activities and programs to the HFC in 2024 that we are sure our residents will enjoy! 11
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