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Your South MainlandTattler Monthly Newspaper • Serving Barefoot Bay and the Greater Micco Area 222 Kiwi Dr. Barefoot Bay, FL 32976 • (772) 664-9381 Vol. 42 No. 9 tattler@c .rr.com • www.barefoottattler.com September 2020 Ballot Referendum BALLOT be voting on this Charter change is that community. There would be a drastic Barefoot Bay Recreation District, BBRD will also lose the ability to enforce loss in income for BBRD. Community Artist of the Month Brevard County, Florida our DOR by not being able to apply any Manager Mr. Coffee has run the num- Lien of Assessment. This could affect the bers and the loss would run between $1 NO.1 new Neighborhood Revitalization Project million to $1.5 million dollars per year. BAREFOOT BAY RECREATION and Violations which are what makes this That is because those who don’t use the DISTRICT CHARTER AMENDMENT community like no other. amenities won’t want to pay for them and ARTICLE VI Prior to 2009 when the BBRD can’t be held to that payment by a lien REVOCATION OF TAXING Assessment Fees were collected in-house on their property to pay the assessment AUTHORITY by staff, the Recreation District was only fee. At that rate of loss, it is projected Shall the Charter be amended to collecting somewhere between 60% to that the Recreation District as a govern- revoke the authority of the Barefoot Bay 65% of the Assessment Fees owed. At ment could last 2.5 years, give or take. If Recreation District to collect its assess- that time BBRD Trustees were doing that were to happen and the Recreation ments in the manner provided for ad some very creative financing to stay District was abolished, there isn’t any valorem taxes? afloat, the staff was underpaid, and the specific or prepared entity designated to YES (for approval)) projects and upkeep were few and far take over. If the county took over all the NO (for rejection between. Currently BBRD is collecting common areas, anyone could come swim over 95%. It is a stark difference! in our pools. It would be the kiss of death You ask, “What does this mean and The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the golf course, followed by lower how does this affect me?” Let’s start with Mr. Tobia’s office has had an issue property values. No Lounge. No 19th what it means, a little history, and how it with BBRD over the Amenities Fees being Hole. Fewer clubs. That’s just to name a may affect you and our community. raised over the CPI, the Consumer Price few changes to life as we know it here in County Commissioner John Tobia Index. The CPI is a measure that exam- the Bay. in May 2020 placed a Referendum on ines the weighted average of prices of a If there was an H.O.A. or a specific, the ballot for the General Election to basket of consumer goods and services, financially prepared, community-vested remove Barefoot Bay Assessment Fees such as transportation, food, and medi- entity that the Trustees could appoint from being collected by the Brevard cal care. It is calculated by taking price to take over, would there be a way of County Tax Collector. Commissioner changes for each item in the predeter- remaining the same? For a change-over Tobia did this without contacting a BBRD mined basket of goods and averaging like that, the BBRD would need to act Trustee, the BBRD Attorney, or the BBRD them. Changes in the CPI are used to immediately if it were to come to fruition. Ruth Feldman is our Artist of the Community Manager, and without calling assess price changes associated with the In closing, there is the possibility that Month, and has been a member of the a local town hall meeting or even mak- cost of living. The CPI is one of the most all of this could just be “all for naught.” I Artists Guild of Barefoot Bay for six ing a public records request for BBRD frequently used statistics for identifying was told by Mr. Coffey on 8/17/20 that years. She is a mixed media artist, and financial records prior to 2009, when periods of inflation or deflation. Trustee Compton, Trustee Maino, Trustee her artworks are in corporate and pri- BBRD was collecting the assessment fees This issue was magnified by Rev. Dr. Loveland and Mr. Repperger, Jr., Esq. vate collections. Ruth says she started in-house. Earl B. Medlen of Barefoot Bay going have an appointment with Commissioner doing art in her 30’s, graduating from What this Referendum doesn’t explain to Commissioner Tobia with his griev- Tobia on Tuesday, August 25th to discuss the Boston Museum of Arts School. She to the Barefoot Bay residents who will ances over the BBRD Assessment Fees this Referendum trying to reach some works in many media, and often com- being collected with your property taxes. common ground. A topic being enter- bines them. Ruth loves experimenting County tax records are public record. The tained is the Recreation District agreeing and works in layers. She tells stories with Rev. Dr. Earl B. Medlen is tax-savvy—he to not raising Assessment Fees over CPI her art, layering about memories and his- What’s Inside pays far less taxes than the rest of us. for the count on this Ballot not being tory. “I explore the paradoxes of life, and Answer Nurse...... 8 In a phone conversation, Mr. Tobia counted. Of course, this is up in the air how our memories affect our present and Area Happenings...... 19 kept dropping cryptic innuendos about being written before August 25th. We’ll future.” She says it’s all a journey! Ruth’s Chairman’s Report...... 2 the effectiveness of the BBRD attorney see what happens, as it has the potential art is sold on Instagram. Church News...... 16 Clifford Repperger and implied that we to drastically change life in Barefoot Bay Club News...... 10 (BBRD Staff and residents) would find as we know it! Community Fund...... 3 out soon enough. Well, we found out. CVO...... 4 In essence, Commissioner Tobia went Obituaries...... 13 behind the backs of this entire commu- Ramblings of a Retired Mind...... 15 nity in putting this Referendum on the Recreation District Trustees...... 3 November 2020 General Election Ballot Shout Out...... 7 and making our Attorney look inad- Sports...... 18 equate. Tracy Masters...... 9 How it may affect you and our com- Trustee Candidate Forum...... 5 munity Veterans...... 14 If this Referendum should pass, it has the potential to dramatically change this

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A Word From Your Glass & Screen Recreation District Chair Repaired Trustee Joe Klosky Power washing, Tiling & Painting Aloha Kahahiaka! Greetings! Well, DOR violation 20-000564 935 Oriole Insulated Glass Repaired here we are already in the month of Circle. August, and I hope you all are enjoy- DOR violation 20-000260 921 Laurel ing this hot weather. As if we don’t have Circle. (772) 453-4636 enough to sweat about already, we had All thee cases were turned over to the a lucky escape from Hurricane Isiais. attorney for legal action. A Polish salad called “Mizeria” of sliced Manager’s Report cold cucumbers in sour cream and dill The District transitioned from the will cool you off. MailChimp bulk email distribution service Covid-19 is still here, and it just will to CivicReady. To keep citizens safe and not leave us. While the virus is still hang- informed, CivicReady will allow BBRD ing around, we need to do our part. Wear to issue urgent notifications, emergency your mask, social distance six feet apart, instructions, warnings, and routine com- don’t touch your face, and wash your munications to subscribed residents via hands often (20 seconds; sing Happy email. Go to BBRD.org to subscribe. Birthday). We are still in Re-opening Parkit Construction began the Building Phase 2 and the Lounge and 19th Hole A kitchen renovation project on August First Choice will stay closed until further notice. 10. The kitchen, which is used by Food The Board of Trustees had two BOT & Beverage, residents, BBRD clubs and meetings in July 2020: July 16th and caterers, will be renovated to include a Properties, Inc. July 28th. new fire suppression system, a hot and Unfinished Business: cold line to improve food production, a REALTOR Phased Re-opening Discussion—The catering prep and cooking area, a dish BOT consensus was to stay in Phase 2 washing area and a walk-in cooler and until the next meeting. At the July 28th freezer. BOT meeting the Board took no action ARCC Meetings 772-664-0066 and is staying in Phase 2. Mr. Coffey stat- July 21—22 consent items approved; ed that Shaw Medical Group has offered 5 old business (permit extensions) 7656 US Highway 1, Micco, FL. 32976 to handle all employee testing moving approved; 6 other items, 4 approved, 1 forward at no cost to BBRD. denied, 1 tabled. Resolution Calling for Referendum August 4—19 consent items approved; Election/Charter Spending Authority— 9 other items, 7 approved, 1 denied, 1 Happy Labor Day! After BOT discussion a motion was made tabled. to send the Proposed Resolution to the Violation Committee Meeting county to vote. Motion passed. July 24—30 cases on the agenda; 20 Building A Renovations Project: came into compliance prior to the meet- Waiver of Procurement Policies—Motion ing; 10 were found in violation. was made to waive all Policy Manual pro- August 14—24 cases were on the curement requirements as it pertains to agenda; 7 were found in violation. equipment purchases initiated by Parkit Upcoming Meetings Construction, Inc., which will result in a BOT Meetings net savings of approximately $11,200 for August 25 at 7 p.m. in Building D/E the project. Motion passed. September 11 at 1 p.m. in Building Employee Covid-19 Policy—A motion D/E was made to approve the Covid-19 poli- September 22 at 7 p.m. in Building cy as read. Motion passed. D/E Revised Employee Handbook—Mr. October 9 at 1 p.m. in Building D/E Loveland made a motion to approve the October 27 at 7 p.m. in Building D/E adoption of the Revised BBRD Employee ARCC Meetings handbook as read. Motion passed 5-0. August 18 at 9 a.m. in Building D/E Leash-Free Dog Park Presentation— September 1 at 9 a.m. in Building D/E Resident Ms. Agel gave an overview of September 15 at 9 a.m. in Building the Dog Park proposal via the conference D/E line. BOT consensus to set up workshop September 29 at 9 a.m. in Building to discuss the Dog Park proposal further. D/E The workshop is scheduled for August October 13 at 9 a.m. in Building D/E 27th at 9 a.m. October 27 at 9 a.m. in Building D/E DOR Violations Violation Committee Meetings DOR Violation 19-004441 720 August 28 at 10 a.m. in Building D/E Barefoot Blvd. September 11 at 10 a.m. in Building D/E There’s a new name for compassionate September 25 at 10 a.m. in Building D/E care in the Brevard community. October 9 at 9 a.m. in Building D/E October 27 at 9 a.m. in Building D/E THE Interesting facts of July: 33 homes were sold, and 62 badges BLIND MAN SYSTEM were issued. 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For Sale By Owner! 948 Frangi Pani Dr. A Word From Your Move Recreation District Trustees In Ready!

In last month’s Tattler, I submitted an the Bay’s ability to put liens on prop- article partly about passing a referendum erties. That means that the Violations raising the spending cap. On 8/13 at Committee may as well pack up and go 2 br/2 ba Upgraded home! Upgraded Irrigation System, Fenced Yard. about 5 p.m., the bottom dropped out home. The Bay would have no ‘bite’ to Appt Only. 970-764-7125 (Peg) • Brokers Welcome. of that idea. We found out at that time encourage folks to pay their assessment that County Commissioner John Tibia or the Violation folks to mow grass or had already put on November’s ballot keep properties in the way we (as neigh- his own referendum that moves the col- bors) want them to be kept. lection of Barefoot Bay’s assessment I believe that part of the reason that from the county, included with the taxes, Mr. Tobia has done this is to force us back to the Bay. It also cancels the Bay’s not to raise the assessment at the rate ability to put liens on properties. I have that we do. Some of the previous Boards no idea when the referendum was put didn’t find it reasonable to raise it at all. Tax, Payroll & Bookkeeping Services on the ballot, but I know that we were Okay, that was their belief, but every sin- • Professional Tax Preparers never told about it. I also know that in gle thing that each of you pays monthly, 2009, the Board went to a lot of trouble has gone up—gas, electricity, water, • Personal and Small Business Preparation to get the county to agree to collect our food, etc. By not raising the assessment, assessments. They also had to convince the Bay fell behind in repairs and rehab Sebastian Office the voting population of the Bay that it of our buildings and some new projects 9432 N US Highway 1, Sebastian, FL 32958 was a good idea. In 2009 and before, were not even considered. The past few Phone - 772-646-0037 • Website - www.kl2tax.com the collection rate ran between 60% and Boards are trying to dig out of that hole, • Email - [email protected] 65%. When the county started collec- so sometimes the raise seems higher tions, the rate went to about 99%. Doing than it should. For what we do pay, I in-house collections means hiring about believe that we are getting a good bang four new people. Why? 5,000 homes for our buck. times 12 months equals 60,000 pieces of John Tibia has no business going—in mail and checks to record. It means that essence—behind our collective backs if people don’t pay, the assessment will by proposing this change. And make no go up to cover the short-fall, or less rev- mistake, it was done behind our backs. enue would mean less money to spend We don’t need or want him to tell us what on all the amenities we all enjoy. Less to do—we are all adults. When the Board revenue could mean, in order to cut pay- found that the collection process of the outs, fewer hours at the pools or the golf assessment was broken, they fixed it. course or (when open) fewer hours at the Please vote, and vote NO on that referen- Lounge or the 19th Hole. Or perhaps cut dum and let Mr. Tobia know that we feel out altogether Music Bingo, or Trivia, or that it ain’t broke, so we’re not fixing it. Taco Tuesday, and etc. for every level of And if it is broke—WE will fix it! service that we enjoy—gone. The other Luann Henderson part on the referendum is taking away Community Fund Hello Friends! Well, this has probably homeowner’s creditor directly and at no been the strangest year I’ve ever experi- time is cash provided. enced. We’ve been shut down, quaran- There is an intake process that must tined, socially distanced, worn our masks, be followed, so please don’t wait until searched for cleaning products, washed the last minute to call us. There is an at our hands to Row, Row Your Boat or home interview and review by the board. Happy Birthday, cancelled plans, prayed Once approved, the homeowner is noti- for friends, and if that’s not enough, we fied immediately but the whole process had to button everything down for a does take a couple days. Tropical Storm. Our patience has been The Community Fund Board would like pushed to the limit and our ingenuity to thank all the individuals and clubs who tested as we look for ways to entertain have provided us with donations. They are ourselves. what keeps us going and we appreciate As we look forward to the rest of 2020, each and every one of you. All donations hopefully it will be less dramatic, and we are tax deductible and may be mailed to will be able to slowly return to something P.O. Box 390, Roseland, FL 32957. closer to normal. The Community Fund Please contact the board if you need has been quiet, which is a good thing, assistance: Betsy Clark 772-663-9635, as we are available to assist a Barefoot Deb Dalton 321-508-4700, Marilyn Bay Homeowner on a one-time basis with O’Keefe 772-664-1451, Richard Loveland essential services, such as shelter, power, and Tamessa Compton. water and communication. We pay the Edward Clark Bay Street Pharmacy

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Miccos best kept secret is not A Word From Your Leah's a secret Hair Design anymore! CVO OFFICERS IS NOW LOCATED IN Barefoot Bay Salon and Barber

The CVO Office will return to full-time This is how Mr. Tobia’s referendum 935 Barefoot Bay Blvd.,Suite 3 hours come September 1, 2020. We will will be worded on our ballot: 772-228-8297 Barefoot Bay, FL 32976 be open Mondays through Fridays, 10 Referendum (placed on the November a.m. until 2 p.m. other than holidays. ballot by Brevard County): Currently we are working on getting NO. 1 the Board of Trustee Candidate Forum BAREFOOT BAY RECREATION in place. There have been corrections DISTRICT CHARTER AMENDMENT on the dates secured, as Building A is ARTICLE VI. REVOCATION OF being worked on and we have to fit into TAXING AUTHORITY Building D & E’s calendar schedule. Shall the Charter be amended to There will be two forums. The first forum revoke the authority of the Barefoot Bay will be Thursday, Oct. 8, from 7 p.m. to Recreation District to collect its assess- 10 p.m.; the second Candidate forum will ments in the manner provided for ad be held Thursday, Oct. 22, from 7 p.m. valorem taxes? to 10 p.m. YES (for approval) Due to restrictions and using Covid-19 NO (for rejection) requirements, the BOT Candidate Forum Again, I will use a quote from a will be a virtual presentation. Only the resident of the Bay, who has precisely Candidates and the moderators, Tom presented why this vote is so important Nelson and Deb Dalton, will actually be to our Community. The following quote present in Building D & E. The forum will is from Tom Nelson in Barefoot Bay Now servicing Brevard County Lic #236742 be live and available for all to watch as Speaks Out Facebook: it occurs, just as our BOT meetings are “If you did not watch the BOT meet- Need a done. The forum will also be a video for ing of 8/14/2020, PLEASE DO SO. future viewings on YouTube. There was some very important infor- Because the A Building is not avail- mation discussed that would drastically Helping Hand? able for “live viewing,” the Lounge will affect the future of BBRD. Our County be used to view the forums live, but with Commissioner, MR. TOBIA, has pro- Doctors Appointments Daily Activities a limited number of seats, depending on posed an item for the upcoming election what phase of Covid-19 we are in. More (BALLOT) to REMOVE the BBRD ability Grocery Shopping Light Cleaning information will be forthcoming. to collect the recreational fee on your Different from our live BOT meet- property tax bill. This would then place Everyday Errands Laundry & More! ings, we will not have live phone calls. the burden of collection of the recreation- Questions from the Barefoot Bay resi- al fees directly on the BBRD. Historically dents should be brought into, or mailed it was noted some residents decided not Caring to, the CVO Office at 935 Barefoot Blvd. to pay their monthly fee (be delinquent). #5, Barefoot Bay, FL 32976. We will If a delinquency were to happen, the Dependable have a box available to drop your ideas, BBRD would then have a revenue short- questions, opinions, etc. into, anony- fall. Some estimates (based on history) Affordable mously or signed. Deb Dalton and Tom stated the shortfall would be in the range Nelson will review all and determine how of $1,000,000 plus. This would devas- best to present to the seven Candidates. tate the operation of the BBRD, which Call today! The cutoff date for submitting these will would be cyclical, in that projects would be Sept. 30. This is your chance to hear not be completed, routine common area your Candidates’ answers to your ques- maintenance would be compromised and 772.925.1150 tions, so please get involved. home values would decrease, etc. There To date we have seven Candidates: is another part of this proposed change thewrightchoicefl.com Hurrol Brinker, JoAnne Diana, Edward by MR. TOBIA which would affect the Geier, Louann Henderson, Randy CHARTER and our ability to access liens. Loveland, Michael Morrison and James I would urge our TRUSTEES to continue A. Nugent. We will be choosing three discussions with MR. TOBIA to find com- Candidates as our government represen- mon ground so that he would remove his tatives, so please take the time to read request. IF THIS RESOLUTION DOES up on each candidate via the Tattler and APPEAR ON THE BALLOT, I ASK THAT watch the two forums that the CVO is YOU VOTE “NO.” presenting for the benefit of all the Bay. Under the current policy of collecting On another issue, that has become our amenity fees thru Brevard County we increasingly important, please take the have achieved approximately 98% of our SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SUB & PIZZA MAN time to read the following excerpts from fees. Our delinquency rate is extremely the Peek at the Week, and Barefoot low. Under the “old” policy the Bay was Speaks Out. only able to collect approximately 70% of The following paragraph is a quote our fees. Mr. Tobia’s point of contention BIG ROMAN’SBEST SUBS from the Barefoot Peek at the Week is the fact that our BOT voted to increase 8/17/2020. our assessment fee by 3% vs. the 2.6% PIZZA BY THE & PIZZA SLICE On Friday, the BOT learned of a ref- that Mr. Tobia wanted. This increase PIZZA AROUND erendum County Commissioner Tobia difference is approximately ($0.25) per Every Day requested back in May 2020 that would month. Commissioner Tobia could cost ~FREE DELIVERY ~ ask BBRD voters if they wish to remove the Bay approximately $1,000,000 or 00 the collection of the annual assessment better—all over the increase of about $10 MIN. from the tax bill and that would pro- $3.00 per year per household. Barefoot hibit BBRD from liening properties for Bay needs to be aware of the negative non-payment of the assessment. As of impact the TOBIA REFERENDUM will the date of the drafting of this newslet- have on all of us! Now Accepting ter (Sunday afternoon, August 16th) We are a strength to be reckoned with General Counsel Repperger plans on when we stand together! Master Card, VISA & LARGE PIZZA w/ 2 TOPPINGS placing an agenda item on the August Elaine Van Berschot Discover Cards 25th BOT meeting to further discuss this issue. In response to this issue, the BOT decided to cancel the planned August Located in the Winn Dixie Plaza 27th dog park workshop and decided not to pursue placing a charter amendment to increase the cap on new acquisitions on the November ballot. Finally, the BOT took no action on the offer by the owner of the 8-plus acres at the corner of Sunday 12 PM - 8 PM Barefoot Blvd. and Falcon Drive (due to Mr. Tobia’s referendum).

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A Word From Your 2020 Trustee Candidates PRESSURE CLEANING BBRD Trustee Candidate Forum 1/2 OFF Driveway Cleaning with $69 House Cleaning MIKE MORRISEY I’m concerned with the direction we are going and our commitment to the fis- $39 Gutter Cleaning Make Things Right, Vote for Mike cal responsibility of the Bay. We need to (Morrissey)! As the late, great President go back to using the five-year plan and Call for an Appointment TODAY John F. Kennedy once stated, “Ask not implementing it to the best of our ability. what your country can do for you, but I believe we can get to work on all the and ask about our Specials! what you can do for your country”. In maintenance projects that need to get the same respect, one cannot sit back done, and firmly believe that I can and ROBERT BEASLEY, EXTERIOR CLEANING and point the fingers of blame onto the will deliver this to the community to the Board of one’s community if the individ- best of my ability. 321-372-6378 • 772-252-0055 ual will take no action to initiate change. I am totally opposed to borrowing the Therefore, we must ask ourselves what one million dollars ($1,000,000) that was we can do for our community. approved by the Trustees in the FY21 My name is Michael Morrissey and I budget. am running for a seat on the Board of Thank you, and again I would appre- Trustees for Barefoot Bay. I am a rela- ciate your support in November. If you tively new resident with paramount aspi- have any questions or concerns, please rations to enhance the lifestyle and bet- contact me. terment of the Barefoot Bay community. Hurrol “HB” Brinker My career choice and life focus has 554 Tarpon Drive been in hospitality management, as I 772-202-4216 worked for Pan American and Delta [email protected] Airlines from 1961 to 2005. Just as any Every Friday young man would do, I worked my way EDWARD L. GEIER from the bottom of the company (as a People ask why? Why would you want Open 7 to 7 fleet serviceman working the grounds of a thankless, non-paying job like this? All you can EAT the airport) and rose to the top (retiring This is really my answer. Some might say Fried Fish or Shrimp at a supervisor level where I oversaw I have been different all my life, and I’m 4-7 pm and resolved all shift personnel and pas- cool with that if I can make a meaningful senger problems). My main focus has difference in just one person’s life, that always been superior satisfaction with would be great, and I would be grateful. customers in providing the best service “If you desire to make a difference in the possible, as well as maintaining a posi- world, you must be different from the tive, uplifting work environment for my world.” (Author Elaine Dalton) fellow colleagues. If one person can gain knowledge Is that all? Absolutely not! Outside from what I do, or one person live bet- 772-664-4100 of the working hours, I found ways to ter because of what we do as a group Great Food with Family & Friends contribute to my community and assist of people (The Board of Trustees), then others in need. I began volunteering I’m happy. Life Is Tough. We need tough Tues.-Thurs. 7 to 4 • Sat & Sun 7 to 2 for the Massapequa Police Auxiliary in people to work for us. I believe I can do 1961 and stayed for two years. Within all of the above. Early Bird Wed-Fri 12 to 4 the same month, I switched over to the I would like to thank the group that has Massapequa Fire Department where I stepped up to the plate on the “Dog Park” Friday 7 to 7 freely enlisted my services for 14 years. issue, as well as the Board of Trustees for During this decade and a half, I was being open-minded about it. One Trustee 8530 US 1 #7, Micco, Fl 32976 elected to various leadership positions in stated in 2017 that they did try to have Join us on Momma Meg’s Cafe facebook page the fire department: Company Secretary, one placed into the area by the East side First Lieutenant, and Captain. After relo- of the Administration Building. This way cating to Florida, I was also on the it would be away from the pool if barking Community Board in the Homeowners’ was going on. It also would be located Association for Banyan Estates, in by the eastern-most parking spots. It Sunrise. Presently, I am seeking election also would have shade covering from the into the Board of Trustees to help bring trees. The Dog group can do fundraising a “great, big, beautiful tomorrow” to my at any time and donate the funds back fellow neighbors in the Bay. to the Bay for the dog park. I would like Throughout my life I have always to add that the dog park would add to found ways to bring forth a positive socializing, as anyone using the park change in the community in which I would already have things in common. reside—Barefoot Bay being no different! Like the group, I wanted to have the dog The simplest definition of insanity is to owners oversee a few things on the dog continue doing the same action over and park, such as getting sponsors that can over expecting a different result. Let us be approved by the Board. come together as a community of broth- Back in the day as a member of The ers and sisters with pure intentions of a Brevard County Tourist Development positive change. Council, the planning group for Palm A few of the concerns I would like to Bay Region Park, as a group we add see collaborated on revolve around the a dog park in the development of the excessive speeding down main thor- park. As Mayor of the City of Palm Bay oughfares, the increased noticeability of at that time, this was something that the Illicit drug use, crime rates, and the citizens of Palm Bay asked for in a focus establishment of various leisurely areas. group study we did. It is a nice one, but Simultaneously, I find it extremely imper- I know with the talent we have in the ative to listen to the voice of the people. Bay we could/can have a better one. If I Whether in agreement or discourse, con- remember right, the park here in the Bay versing with my community is an abso- that I was looking at having placed was lute must as I will represent their needs going to be 80 feet X 120 feet, divided and wants as a representative in the in half, (large dogs/smaller dogs) with a board. Walter E. Disney said it best, “The water fountain located in the middle so way to get started is to quit talking and a drinking pond would be on both sides, begin doing.” So, let’s make things right with benches located around both sides and vote for Mike! of the divided park. I believe the cost was Mike Morrissey around $12,000 to $15,000. I did feel the funds could be paid back over a period of HURROL “HB” BRINKER time by getting the sponsors. A voice of reason: My name is Hurrol I hope the board and the newly elected “HB” Brinker and I am seeking a seat Trustees are on Board with it. It is not on the Barefoot Bay Board of Trustees. I would greatly appreciate your vote on See Candidate Forum November 3rd. Page 6 Page 6 Barefoot Tattler / September 2020

Candidate Forum from his frequent memos with updates on Page 5 our most recent tropical storm, Isaias. Ruff-Ruff when we work together as John kept us informed on the track of a united group. We need people who the storm and advised of the emergency are their own persons, willing to make preparedness he had initiated for our improvements and sometimes even will- community. ing to take chances at times, if the proj- I am sure I also speak for many when ects are good for our Bay. I extend my appreciation to the Barefoot Edward L. Geier Bay Staff for their urgency in safeguard- E-mail: [email protected] ing our amenities. Hurricane shutters Phone: 321-216-8838 were installed on the buildings as well as furniture secured. ABM, our contracted LUANN HENDERSON vendor for the golf course, cleaned the Why would anyone want to be a course of debris from gusty winds imme- Barefoot Bay Trustee? Why would any- diately following the storm. Great job and “A Full Service Shipping Center” one with an iota of common sense, a well done by all! PACK MART dash of self-respect, a modicum of self- I will be excited to see the beginning 13537 U.S. HWY 1 preservation want to be a Trustee? Who stages of the refurbishing of Building A. Sebastian, FL 32958 would want a job where you are at the This project has been much needed and 772-589-6007 center of a daily grind where you are will continue to enhance our amenities. Copying-Faxing-Notary vilified by most of the public, where you Affordability, as well as our amenities, get sniped at on social media, where life have been the key to making Barefoot Moving Boxes and Moving Supplies as you knew it is gone? And on top of Bay attractive for all of us who live here. Estate Packaging-Mailbox Services-Greeting Cards that—it’s unpaid. Until you are elected, Let us continue to evaluate areas that $2 OFF NEXT SHIPPING you have no idea—not a clue—what’s need our immediate attention as we con- PURCHASE WITH COUPON it’s like. tinue in these challenging times. I do it because I feel the pull of respon- To that end, I feel we need to move sibility to help make the Bay better in any forward cautiously as revenues have way I can. To make decisions that rehab been negatively impacted by the corona- our 50-year-old buildings. Decisions to virus. I would never support placing the keep Pool 2 from caving in on itself, to costs of improvements as a sole respon- get a bathroom at the beach. Also, by sibility of the homeowners. As a member having the vision to make the Lounge a of the Board of Trustees, I will endeavor place where more residents can enjoy the to explore ways of increasing revenues to atmosphere—making it an outdoor arena offset expenses in managing the budget. I that is unparalleled in this area. have been successful during my 40 years MOBILE HOME HANDYMAN SERVICES It must be a flaw in my character that of professional service in the healthcare • Painting Interior & Exterior • Pressure Washing I enjoy the give and take of the other industry in creating, adhering, and man- • Flooring • General Carpentry Trustees, that I like to delve into the vari- aging budgets in a variety of areas, and ous projects, searching and getting info always finding ways of bringing addition- to make a more informed decision, to al revenue into my organizations without Call Bill 508-273-3134 help homeowners with problems, to work sacrificing service. with supervisors and employees, to have I would appreciate your vote in public meetings with residents—what November as I make a commitment to all does that really say about me? residents to listen to people’s input and I think it says that I would like your concerns while being financially respon- Medicare Options? vote to let me have a really good time for sible for all of my actions. Allow an Independent Benefits Advisor the next two years. Respectfully, to find a plan that's right for you! Luann Henderson Jim Nugent • Medicare Advantage plans JIM NUGENT • Medicare Supplement plans Dear Barefoot Bay Residents: • Medicare Prescription Part D plans Ellen JB Maxson I would like to take this opportunity Representing most Senior Health Plans 772.766.4340 to communicate with the residents of Barefoot Bay by first extending a well- Licensed & Insured on the Treasure Coast earned acknowledgement to Mr. John Consultation is NEVER a cost to you! Calling this number will lead you to a Licensed Sales Agent. Coffee, our Community Manager, for

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The jury Every Judicial Circuit in Florida con- system is not used in traffic infraction tains civil and criminal court divisions. court, probate court, guardianship court, can be your partner in Civil divisions exercise jurisdiction over dependency court, family court, juvenile traffic infraction court, probate court, delinquency court, domestic violence- health and wellness guardianship court, dependency court, injunction court, and foreclosure court. family court, juvenile court, domestic Cases in those courts are decided by the As life changes, so do the healthcare needs violence-injunction court, foreclosure presiding judge and are called bench tri- for yourself and your loved ones. You may court, and civil litigation. Depending on als. The right to jury trial in Florida can want to consider choosing a primary care the amount of money in controversy, be waived by the defendant in criminal civil litigation can be filed in county court cases, and by the parties in civil litiga- physician – a family medicine or internal or circuit court. Typically, matters involv- tion. medicine physician – who can be your ing monetary claims over $ 30,000 are Florida has five Appellate Districts. partner in health and wellness. filed in circuit court and lesser claims are Each Appellate District rules on appeals filed in county court. from the circuit court cases within their Primary care physicians are trained to Desmond Fonji, DO Criminal court divisions preside over district boundaries. The 5th District Court provide comprehensive care for patients ages both misdemeanor and felony crimes. of Appeals is based in Daytona Beach six and up. They treat a variety of conditions – from allergies and Misdemeanor crimes are addressed at and rules on case appeals from the 18th the county court level, and by Florida Judicial Circuit. The 4th District Court ear infections to orthopaedic issues and women’s health. law are divided into 1st degree and 2nd of Appeals is based in Palm Beach and degree misdemeanor crimes. rules on case appeals from the 19th Since a primary care physician often cares for a family from one The maximum sentence for a 1st Judicial Circuit. generation to the next, they know the family’s medical history. degree misdemeanor crime in Florida is Appeals from rulings by the five “We often see grandparents, children and grandchildren,” said up to a year in the county jail and/or a Florida appellate districts are heard by the Desmond Fonji, DO, who practices at Primary Care North in $1,000 fine. The maximum sentence for Florida Supreme Court in Tallahassee. Sebastian. “This aids in our ability to not only care for an a misdemeanor crime of the 2nd degree Appeals beyond the Florida Supreme is up to 60 days in the county jail and/ Court go into the federal court system, individual, but to care for the family as a whole.” or a $500 fine. Court costs are also and may eventually reach the United assessed in all misdemeanor criminal States Supreme Court in Washington, In most cases, family and internal medicine physicians can cases. D.C. While the Florida Supreme Court address multiple medical needs during an offi ce visit or they can Florida circuit courts preside over has the last word in Florida, rulings by make referrals to the appropriate specialist(s), if necessary. 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Felony crimes of the 2nd degree ing on which direction you’re headed. a degree of trust is established,” said Dr. Fonji. “It makes it carry a maximum sentence of up to 15 Indian River County is considered the easier to talk about issues when there’s a level of comfort and years state prison and/or a $10,000 northernmost portion of South Florida camaraderie.” fine. 3rd degree felony crimes carry a while Brevard County is considered the maximum sentence of up to 5 years state southernmost portion of Central Florida. prison and/or a $5,000 fine. Court costs Welcome to the Sunshine State! Live are also assessed in all felony criminal long and prosper! cases. Some felony crimes carry manda- Primary Care Close to You tory minimum sentences, from which the sentencing judge cannot deviate. 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Please join squirrels (and there are a lot of squirrels we make the process simple & easy! us anytime. Stay well. in Barefoot Bay). So, that means a Bird LEON GUS NICHOLS Sue Reddy Feeder. But what kind is best? • Save time by making sure you don’t 1st Vice President Think about where you live and Mortgage Loan Originator / Attorney at Law NMLS #1642700 view homes outside your budget. what types of birds are already visit- AQUA ZUMBA CLUB O ce; 772-228-8600, Cell; 321-989-8198 • Make a strong o er because the seller knows ing your yard. Northern Cardinals love Email; [email protected] Salutations, Barefoot Bay residents, “black oil” sunflower seeds. These are a a lender has veried your nances. family and friends. The past five months pretty large seeds and will attract Blue have been a time of change. None of us Jays, Mourning Doves, Blue Grosbeaks, could expect we would be searching for a American Goldfinches, Tufted Titmouse, healthy and happy life balance. The new and perhaps even Fish Crows, although perspective includes social distancing, they usually dine on carrion, mollusks, hand sanitizing, face masks and avoiding and garbage. Any larger bird with that large social gatherings. We have followed heavy seed-eating bill might be attracted RIVERSIDE the guidelines and keep the faith that to your black oil sunflower seed feeder. this new “normal” results in a positive Although I do not own shares in Home approach to our well-being. Depot, they are a pretty good source for Pet Salon Goals for the Aqua Zumba Club are bird seed. Their website lists Pennington Boarding • Daycare • Grooming to provide a fun, non-impact exercise 20 lbs. Premium Black Oil Sunflower Bird program to all residents and guests of Seed for $15. They also have a more pre- Call for appointment 772-581-5663 this community. After 11 years operating pared product: Pennington Premium 5.5 in Barefoot Bay, we currently maintain lbs. Sunflower Chips for Birds for $11. 24 Years Experience a 60-person membership, inspired by Buy the bigger bag (four times as much) 14190 US Hwy 1, Sebastian, FL 32958 international music, dance routines, and and let the birds do some work shelling social conversations. According to the them. That’s what nature intended. OWNER GROOMER MISSY National Institutes of Health, engaging in Our smaller seed-eaters will go for a physical activity improves mental health smaller seed mix. Again, Home Depot by reducing anxiety, negative mood and carries Pennington 20 lbs. Wild Bird Seed improving self-esteem. Food for $11. This includes a mixed Many Barefoot Bay residents/club blend of milo, white proso millet, wheat, members are requesting the Aqua Zumba and sunflower seed. Chickadees (do we WIGS BY CONNIE classes resume, after a five-month hia- get the Carolina Chickadee?), House Many Colors & Styles! Wigs & tus. The BOT and management have Finches and the elusive Painted Bunting Hairpieces worked diligently to develop health and (gorgeous male) might drop in for a bite. Del’s Barber Shop Cleaned & safety guidelines for use of the recre- Many Sparrow species want this smaller Styled ational facilities (pools, buildings, golf seed. Again, think of those birds with that & Beauty Salon course). As of July 2020, the three pools seed-eating beak (sturdy for cracking 1413 N Central Ave, Sebastian were opened with regulated water classes seeds) when thinking of what birds might (West of US 1, Off Main St.) operating at Pool 3. show up. The Aqua Zumba club has submitted a What feeder should you buy? Think formal request to the BOT and Mr. Coffey about the size of seed you are going to Call for an Appointment • 772-404-1707 to reinstate classes September 1st. The use and choose an appropriate model. time would change to 12:45 p.m. to Look for something sturdy and well built. 1:45 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Too many times, our rodent friends Thursday. This is according to the new (squirrels especially) will defeat inferior temporary schedule instituted by the manufacturing techniques. And squir- BOT. rels are amazingly resourceful. They will Respectfully Submitted, shinny down any rope that suspends Dawn Forsman your hanging feeder. They will use a President & Instructor ground attack if the feeder is placed in a tree or mounted on a wooden post. ARTIST GUILD Try to install a 30-inch diameter circular The Barefoot Bay Artist Guild, a year- “baffle” on the post about four feet off round club, hopes everyone is surviv- the ground. This might keep the rodents ing this hot August. Being home more from climbing up. The same technique during the pandemic is not all bad. We can be effective on a hanging wire or have time to create ideas for painting, rope. A metal post (smooth) might also ASK ABOUT SUMMER SPECIALS drawings, sculptures, photography and defeat a hungry squirrel. Or simply let pottery. the squirrels have some of the food. But On the first and fourth Friday (the that will lead to increased costs as you third Friday is our business meeting) we will have to replenish the feeder much can meet at Building D/E with social dis- more often. Don’t overfill the feeder tancing to paint, socialize or critique at 1 thinking you won’t need to fill that often. p.m. Building D. Any rainstorm (and we always get rain) The September 18th meeting will find will deteriorate the seed and potentially us discussing upcoming events, includ- grow harmful molds. Clean your feeder ing a “Welcome Back” picnic on October bi-weekly or at least monthly. 23 at Pool 1 pavilion. More details in the Where to place the feeder? Well, next Tattler. Ruth Feldman is our “Artist of the See Club News Page 11 Month.” Keep watching as we showcase

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Club News from Page 10 Due to the Covid-19 pandemic our club is in suspension. When we can open Micco Massage somewhere you can see it is nice. Why back up our schedule is below. Any & Healing Arts else are we feeding the birds except to questions please contact Ken Rhodes at  
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 Pain Management Massage Text or call, available by appointment only the cover of a nearby tree or bush. They Our schedule is as follows: are skittish about being too exposed. Week 1 – Wed, Building D, 8:30 a.m.  (772) 777-0330 Usually they visit the feeder and then fly Week 2 – Wed, Library, 10 a.m.   Now Located at off to a nearby bush to enjoy their snack Week 3 – Wed, Building C, 8:30 a.m.     Barefoot Bay Salon and Barber away from feral cats. Make it easy for Week 4 – Wed, Building C, 8:30 a.m. AMA Barefoot Blvd, Barefoot Bay FL MiccoMassage.com them by thinking ahead. Week 5 (If there is one)—Wed, 772-257-1363 • Walk-ins OK These ideas should get you thinking Building C, 8:30 a.m. MAAAAAA, MMMMMMM about a bird feeder. And don’t worry Chess news: https://www.chess.com/ about getting the birds hooked on an news/view/vachier-lagrave-wins-11th- easy meal. They will do just fine if you speed-chess-championship-grand-prix. cease your feeding and refilling at any GM Maxime Vachier-Lagrave—Maxime time. But news of a new feeder on the Vachier-Lagrave (born 21 October 1990) block with regular refilling will travel is a French chess player, the top-ranked quickly among your birds. “Hey Susie, of his country. He was awarded the title how did you find this great feeder?” “Oh, of Grandmaster by FIDE in 2005, at age a little birdie told me!” Soon you will see 14. His peak Elo rating of 2819 makes the regular species showing up all the him the seventh-highest rated player of time. Interesting as we pass from one all time. He is often referred to by his season to another, too. Have fun. Bird initials, MVL. Houses? Another article. He was world junior champion in 2009 Birds of the Month: Painted Bunting and is a three-time French champion (PABU) 5 ½ inches. The Painted Bunting (2007, 2011, shared 2012). Vachier- male is unmistakably brightly colored Lagrave is a five-time winner of the with blue head, red breast and green Biel Grandmaster Tournament (2009, back. Many regard him as one of most 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016), and won the colorful songbirds. The female is beau- Dortmund Sparkassen Chess Meeting in tiful in her own right, with lime green 2016 and the Sinquefield Cup in 2017. plumage all over and no wing-bars, facial He participated in seven Chess stripes or other striking features. Her Olympiads (2006–2018) and four FREE breast is lighter than the back feathers European Team Chess Championships Senior Living / Health Services Advice but still a beautiful green shade. There (2007, 2011–2015) as a member of HELPING WITH VA AID & ATTENDANCE SYSTEM have been several sightings of these the French national team and has been beauties at feeders in Barefoot Bay, but a member of the winning team of the Representing 52 Facilities in 2 Counties they are very shy and prefer brushy low- French Team Championship multiple MEDICARE IF TURNING 65 lands at forest edges. Mostly thriving on times (in the “Paris NAO”, “Évry Grand or if you have moved to this area seeds, they do eat small insects as well. Roque,” “Club de Clichy-Echecs-92” Song is a sweet continuous warble simi- teams). J M We carry Health First & United Healthcare lar to the Indigo Bunting. You can play his games here: https:// Barefoot Bay Resident 321-536-8882 Tufted Titmouse (TUTI) 6 ½ inch- www.chessgames.com/player/maxime_ es. This relative of chickadees is gray- vachier-lagrave.html backed and white-breasted. The face Learn to play chess: Tactics for is pale white, and the sides are a soft beginners—https://chessfox.com/chess- orange. Most notable is the perky crest tactics-list/ atop the head and thin black forehead. Anybody who wishes to play or learn, The song is heard in mature decidu- we will welcome you. Please come and Award Winning and Affordable ous forests and is a low, clear whistle play with us. We don’t bite. of “peter, peter, peter, peter” of two Dale Bulmer Memory Care ~ Adult Day Health Care strong syllables repeated from four to eight times. Try not to confuse the song DEMOCRATIC WOMEN’S CLUB Support Groups with the Northern Cardinal. In north- Welcome to Democrats and ern climates (snowy winters) the Tufted Democratic-leaning Independents in the SPECIAL TATTLER RATES Titmouse is a common sight at backyard Bay [Precinct 304] and greater Micco and feeders when the usual diet of insects and Snug Harbor [Precinct 312] and to our State, Federal and VA Funding Available caterpillars disappears. I have seen him faithful Snowbirds. A big thanks to every- in New Hampshire picking seeds from a one who worked on mailings or phone well-maintained feeder. calls to reach new members before the Greg Baker Primary and workers at Early Voting and oe’s club Primary polls in August! Keep up your CANADA CLUB wonderful efforts. Adult Day Health Care The Canada Club has enjoyed par- Go to www.votebrevard.gov for elec- ticipating in all of the wonderful BBRD tion details and voting information, or 7951 Ron Beatty Blvd in Micco events and appreciate the use of the call 321-290-8683. The Florida General “Great” hall for our once monthly events. Election is Tuesday November 3, 2020, 321-253-4430 At this time, with the borders closed and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The polling site for Covid-19 part of our current lives, we do Precincts 304 and 312 is Building D/E, not anticipate having the Fall Potluck or 1225 Barefoot Blvd. next to Pro Golf Christmas Dance. Shop. Democratic Women’s Club of Canadians, in general are doing great Barefoot Bay is very proud to support (!) and getting along while respecting Joe Biden and Kamala Harris in the the Covid restrictions. Due to following November 3rd, 2020 Election. appropriate measures, most cities are in Who May Vote: All registered Florida Stage 3 of implementation. Members are voters. revising their travel plans and if possible, Registration closes Monday October • MON - TUE - WED - THUR - 11:00AM - 8:00PM will try to come in the New Year and will 5, 2020. keep our friends “south of the border” in Early Voting is October 19, 2020 to FRI & SAT - 11:00AM - 9:00PM • SUNDAY - 12:OO (NOON) - 8:00PM our thoughts and prayers. October 31, 2020. Stay Safe, Stay Healthy! Vote by Mail: We strongly urge all • Calzones Sharlene Coates members to request a Mail Ballot, if you Wings • Beer Past President do not already have a request on file, and to send it back immediately, given CHESS CLUB the issues the Postal Service is currently Who out there wants to increase their having with prompt delivery of mail. brain power? 10 reasons to play chess: The Brevard Supervisor of Elections is Open 7 Days Socialize. currently accepting Mail Ballot requests a Week $5 OFF It’s fun. for the November Election. Open the With Purchase of $25 Improves your learning level. Ballots by Mail tab on the website above Increases imagination and creativity. for details. Afterwards, return your com- Pre-tax or more. Improves memory. pleted ballot by mail immediately, or in DINE IN ONLY. Teaches patience and concentration. Not valid w/any other offer Encourages studying. See Club News Page 12 09/25/20 Teaches independence. CYAN MEGENTA YELLOW BLACK Page 12 Barefoot Tattler / September 2020 THE NAME YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR THE BEST IN RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION The Barefoot Bay community is reno- Club News From Page 11 vating Building A starting in August. It is Wood - Masonry - Steel - Aluminum Structures 95% likely that we will NOT be able to person [nearest Election Admin. Office, have the November 18th Thanksgiving 450 Cogan Dr. SE, Palm Bay 32909] dinner dance, as Building A will not be ENDEAVOR , or to an Early Voting Location during available in November. CONSTRUCTION INC. early vote period, or to secure drop boxes Regarding dues: There is no urgency to after hours at the Election Administration pay your dues in October or November. WHEN QUALITY MATTERS Offices. We will start collecting in December, plus • Garages / Sheds • Screen Rooms • Wood Additions You are welcome to join the give you a copy of the bylaws. • Mobile Home Roof Overs • Hand Rails Democratic Women’s Club of Barefoot Regarding trips: 1) We await Ross • Hurricane Protections • Carports Bay. Our organization held an on-line Dimler’s arrival to check out the base- meeting August 20th at 3:30 p.m. and ball trip in March 2021. 2) I am working 46 Years’ Experience • Licensed & Insured the board has been meeting virtually. with Barbara Mulbauhar on a January Troy Douglas 772-473-7213 Check out our Facebook page: demo- 2021 gambling trip. So far, no news to Steve Douglas 772-473-7212 FREE Estimates craticwomenscluboffloridaofbarefootbay. report. 3) If you want to cruise, please State Certified Building Contractor Or, leave a voice or text message at call Barbara at 772-783-5711 to get the 4455 Micco Rd.• [email protected] CBC1251585 612-930-2167. If you would like a link to latest update. our website and calendar, please email Will try for better news in September. a request to: [email protected]. Let Stay well. us know by email if you would like to be Jack Reddy notified of club events and activities even River Grove Mobile Home Sales if you do not wish to join at this time. ITALIAN AMERICAN CLUB When we can resume our Regular It is with great sadness that the Italian Meetings as Barefoot Bay opens up, you American club is reporting the death of Selling NEW will be notified by email, or snail mail, or two of our most valuable and well-loved Townhomes, Jacobsen phone as you prefer. members of our club. Joe Vince, our president, unexpectantly passed away Skyline & Homes DOG LOVERS PACKS July 30, 2020. He will be remembered Come celebrate Labor Dog Fun Day! at a special funeral in New York attended All dogs welcome! by his comrades in the criminal justice 2021 Models Available NOW! When: Saturday 9/5/20 system and his family and friends. Joe Custom Home Designs Available Location: Field by Holy Cannoli & is survived by his wife and daughter and Shopping Center many relatives. 772-664-5891 Time: Begins at 10 a.m. Ed Ferri, our sergeant-at-arms, passed 8442 US Hwy. 1, Micco Lots of dog games, pup-size ice cream away earlier this month and was remem- In Front of River Grove Mobile Home Park. for the pups and special pet-parent bered at a funeral mass at St. Luke’s plates! Catholic Church. He is survived by his Sponsored by Holy Cannoli and BFB wife and son and many relatives. Dog Lovers Pack. Come join the fun, Rest in peace dear members. games and friendship! Please keep your Our club does not expect to have any Jays Pizza dog leashed when not involved in games. meetings during September, October, For more information: Angel 772- November or December due to the 5675 Micco Rd Now 571-3873, Ron Fashano 321-544-2610. Covid-19 virus and the renovation of Free Delivery Calling all Barefoot Bay dog lovers! Building A. We will keep everyone noti- Offering $15 Minimum 772-228-8015 I’m sure most of you are aware of the fied of any changes. Stay well and wear Desserts movement to obtain Barefoot Bay’s very your mask. own dog park. We envision a beautiful Sue Reddy Daily Lunch Specials place where our furry friends can play Noon – 3:00 P.M. off-leash with their dog buddies, a place LAGOON ARTISTS OF Monday - Friday where they can run free and have an BAREFOOT BAY opportunity to maintain good health and Well, our club’s mission is the same: $20.20 Tuesday Wednesdays live longer. And a place where dog lovers To support each other as fine artists, can meet and commune. That’s part of having fun and creating opportunities Mondays Pizza Dinner For our mission too. to show and sell our work. But we have Obviously, there are obstacles. There received word from the Barefoot Bay Madness Two is a cadre of residents who have voiced Administration that there will be renova- 16” One Regular 12” Cheese 2 Pasta Dinners an opinion of opposition. It’s okay, we tions happening to Building A and, hence, Topping Pizza Pizza Dinner Salad all have the right to speak our peace. much demand for Building D/E, so our $6.99 ½ Dozen Garlic Knots I’m sure you’ve all heard the term “the next season’s schedule has changed to 10 Wings squeaky wheel gets the oil.” I’m not sug- the following: $22.95 gesting that we start squeaking. I would General Meetings for 2020/2021 will *Additional Toppings $1.50 *Excludes Parmigiana & Rollatini like to encourage everyone to at least be held on the second Wednesday of *Tax Not included *Cannot Be Combined With Any Other Offer *Prices Subject to change stay informed as to the progress we each month in Building D/E from 10 a.m. are making for the benefit of our dogs. to noon on these dates: Nov. 11, Dec. 9, Think of all the love and comfort we Jan. 13, Feb. 10, Mar. 10, and Apr. 14. receive from our little buddies. I think we All members are invited to meet at the owe them the opportunity to socialize, 19th Hole for lunch after each meeting. play and maintain good health. Staying In addition, a Christmas luncheon will be informed and offering support will most planned, as well as an end-of-the-season likely bring us to the winner’s circle. In picnic. the months to come, you will be getting Our art show schedule for 2020/2021 more communications from the BFB Dog will be on these dates at this writing: Lovers Pack. Dec. 18—Holiday Bazaar, Friday, At some point we will need to call on Building D/E, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. you in support of our efforts. If our dogs Jan. 29—Friday, Building A, 10 a.m. could speak, they would have had a dog to 3 p.m. (if Building A renovations are park a long time ago. All the various completed) amenities here in the Bay, and there are Mar. 27—Saturday, Building A, 9 a.m. many, are a result of positive squeaky to 2 p.m. wheels. That’s a good thing. I’m looking So please mark your calendars. I will forward to us dog lovers standing up for try to get date corrections in the Tattler our dogs when the time comes. I’d like if I get word from the Barefoot Bay to believe your dogs can count on you. Administration folks. Watch our club web- Thanks from Ron Fashano, just another site and yard signs posted before shows, dog lover, 2nd VP of BFB Dog Lovers too. And, as always—if you are an artist Pack. and are interested in joining the Lagoon Patrick Pirkle, DMD Ron Fashano Artists of Barefoot Bay, please contact Dedicated to Patient Comfort & Service Vicki Beyer, president, at 616- 990-7935; IRISH AMERICAN CLUB Ellen Gregoire, vice president at 321- Greetings to all Irish Club members in 961-6247; Georgene Granholm, secre- Barefoot Bay and other places. We hope tary, at 908-337-9400; or Pam Morley, you are staying healthy. Here is the latest treasurer, at 315-323-7838. Come learn news regarding Barefoot Bay, Building A and create with us. and meeting plans. See Club News Page 14 CYAN MEGENTA YELLOW BLACK Barefoot Tattler / September 2020 Page 13 Obituaries

John James Teuchert Russell S. Heady John James Teuchert of Barefoot Bay Dolores J. Rose Dorothy A. Difazio Florida passed away July 22, 2020. John Gunnery Sergeant Russell S. Heady, was born June 15, 1924 to Katherine and Dolores J. Rose was peacefully called Dorothy A. Difazio, age 88, of Barefoot USMC, 88, of Barefoot Bay, Florida went Frank Teuchert in Chester, Pennsylvania. to Heaven from her daughter’s home in Bay, Florida passed away on Saturday, to be with the Lord on August 15, 2020. At the age of 18, John proudly enlisted Sebastian, Florida, on June 22, 2020. August 1, 2020 after a long time battle Born June 27, 1932 in Peekskill, in the United States Marine Corps, 4th She was the third child born to Paul with Alzheimers. New York, Sgt. Heady graduated from Division, to fight for his country during Lysko and Christine (Odoardi) Lysko Dorothy was born on March 17, 1932 Peekskill High School in 1950 and enlist- World War II. John saw action in the Grande. in Wakefield, Massachusetts to Paul and ed in the United States Marine Corps. He Marshall Islands, Saipan, Tinian and Iwo Dolores was a gentle, loving and Alida Young. fought valiantly and ultimately obtained Jima, where he was wounded. He was a proud stay-at-home mother of six and a Living in New Hampshire, Dorothy the rank of Gunnery Sergeant. As such, Purple Heart recipient. gift to all who knew her. She served as excelled in the Real Estate market. She he proudly operated tanks and served John married his sweetheart Nora, past President of the Ladies Auxiliary of later relocated to Barefoot Bay, Florida as a tactical advisor for his section. Sgt. a marriage which lasted 54 years until Arlington Fire District in her hometown where she held her Real Estate Broker’s Heady received numerous honors and her passing. John and Nora started a of Poughkeepsie, New York. In her retire- License. service medals as a result of his dedica- family before moving to South Florida ment years, Dolores explored her lifelong She was a proud member of the Merry tion and sacrifice for our country. with their children, Jack, Theresa, Patty, passion and exceptional talent for oil Makers in Barefoot Bay Entertainers Upon receiving honorable discharge Carol and Bobby. John retired from the painting, frequently displaying at local and a former member of the Roseland from the USMC, Sgt. Heady returned to Department of Defense Naval Ordnance. venues and events. She enjoyed a weekly Women’s Club. She faithfully attended Peekskill and later settled in Continental Upon retiring he dedicated his time to round of golf with the Sebastian ladies St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Micco, Village. There, he served as a volunteer aid and guide other veterans. He had group and was crowned “Leader & Heart Florida where she was a member of the firefighter and eventually as fire chief. served as commander and chaplin with of the Niners.” choir for many years. While fire chief, he coordinated many the D.A.V. Chapter #40 Ft. Lauderdale, a On May 13, 1951 in Poughkeepsie, She is survived by her sons Anthony rescues in the community including Bear member of the V.F.W., American Legion, Dolores married Arthur Edward Rose, P. Difazio and Paul E. Difazio, grandchil- Mountain and within the local mines. Sgt. Past President Florida Chapter 9, 4th her beloved husband of 64 years, who dren Russell Difazio, Nina M. Difazio- Heady was also proudly a member of the Marine Div. Assoc. and Marine Corps predeceased her in 2015. She was also Putney, Danielle E. Difazio-Smith and Teamsters Local 456. Detachment #918 Barefoot Bay. predeceased by her parents, brother Paul Briana L. Difazio-Meadows, and six great Upon his retirement, Sgt. Heady John was known as a social butterfly, B. Lysko, sister-in-law June Lysko, and grandchildren. moved to Barefoot Bay, Florida in 1994. a friendly and outgoing man with a pas- grandson Donald J. Rebaglia. There will be a memorial service to be He quickly became an avid member of sion for singing as well as many other Mrs. Rose is survived by her children determined at a later date. local USMC Detachment 918, in which hobbies. John accomplished his vision Jeffery (Carroll), Mary Rose (Donald) Dorothy was a great person who did he later served as the Commandant for of publishing his memoirs into a book Rebaglia, Patrick, Edward (Cristy), good things for everyone she came in almost seven years. Subsequently, he which he was very proud of, “Growing Up Suzzanne (Michael) Kovar, and Thomas contact with. She was greatly loved and served as Vice Commandant for the Through the Eyes as a Marine in WWII”. (Jill). will be greatly missed by all who knew Marine Corps League for the State of John was preceded in death by his Dolores will be sadly missed by her her. Florida for 10 years. In 2000, he was hon- first wife, Nora Carney, his second wife loving sister Rosemary (Gary) Werner, Arrangements by Ammen Family ored as Marine of the Year and Leaguer of Mary Jo Lieb, and his brother Frank. sister-in-law Patricia Lysko, broth- Cremation and Funeral Care, Palm Bay, the Year for the State of Florida. He was John is survived by his brother Charles of ers John Lysko, Robert (Mary) Lysko, 321-724-2224. Condolences at afcfcare. also awarded Devil Dog of the Year twice. Pennsylvania and his 11 grandchildren, Michael (Jan Browning) Grande, as well com. Sgt. Heady’s membership affiliations Kendra, Kristi, Jillian, Andrea, Katie, as several cousins, nieces and nephews. also included the Elk’s Lodge, the DAV, Jessica, Steven, Sara, Matt, Ben and With heartfelt gratitude for their the VFW, and the American Legion. Savanna, 12 great-grandchildren, as well extraordinary programs and support, He was baptized Episcopalian and as two on the way. please consider memorial donations to was an active member of the Episcopal He was known to his family as “Pop- Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Church over the entirety of his lifetime at Pop” and will be greatly missed. John Indian River County, 2300 5th Avenue, St. Peter’s Church in Peekskill, New York was buried in Bushnell Florida National Suite 150, Vero Beach, FL 32960. and St. Elizabeth’s in Sebastian, Florida. Cemetery alongside his wife Nora on H.P.S. Inc. Sgt. Heady is preceded in death by Friday, August 7th at 2:30 p.m. his parents: Leonce and Jennie Heady Freelance Paralegal of Peekskill, NY; his brothers Leonce Heady and Douglas Heady; and sister Specialist Zora McNeece. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Wills, Health Care Directives, Dorothea V. Heady (nee Travis), his three & More children: Zora Lynn Wilson, Dawn Heady Think about and Russell (Jody) Heady; his four grand- Renee Messina-Hazien children: Kaitlynn (Tyler) Eads, Courtney love, (Ryan) Hoffman, Jennifer (Shawn) Keill ACP, FCP, CAM and Russell D. Heady II; and four great- Sebastian, FL 32958 grandchildren: Alexander Eads, Samuel Think about Eads, Kaden Keill and Tegan Keill; as 561-929-5628 well as his beloved dog, Sarge Heady. life, Plans for memorial service are to be [email protected] determined at a later date due to the cur- rent Covid-19 pandemic. Semper Fi. Think about friends. Beautiful Barefoot Bay

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Club News from Page 12 Rodgers and Hammerstein. And finally, on Thursday, September Have a wonderful, healthy summer 30th, 2021, we will enjoy lunch at the and we will see everyone in November! delicious Cheesecake Factory, fol- Georgene Granholm lowed by a matinee performance at the Winter Park Playhouse of “The Book of PATHFINDERS TRAVEL CLUB Merman”—“the Musical with a Diva Sized The Barefoot Bay Pathfinders Travel Heart,” an Off-Broadway hilarious look at Club is still planning trips and looks an encounter between Ethel Merman and forward to traveling in the future. We two young Mormon missionaries. still have four trips planned, although Please consider joining us for these our October trip has been moved to trips. Flyers can be found at the Building September of 2021. C kiosk in the new Pathfinders box and Our first trip is scheduled for are emailed to all on the Pathfinders Wednesday, November 4th. We are plan- email list. To be added to the email ning on traveling to Daytona to Angell & list, please send your name, address, Phelps Chocolates for a factory tour with phone number, and email address to samples, followed by a scenic river cruise Ruth at [email protected] or Lynne at and delicious dinner on board the Lady [email protected]. Dolphin of Daytona. Ruth Banning Give your Kitchen a facelift Our holiday trip this year will be s! on Saturday, December 5th. We will SWINGERS BOWLING LEAGUE Save Thousand go to festively-decorated Winter Garden Anyone for bowling? Barefoot Bay Don’t Replace…Refinish! for a matinee performance of “Matilda Swingers Bowling League will be starting Does your kitchen look tired? Would you like a new kitchen but can’t justify the cost? You the Musical”—“the beloved story of an up on October 5th at 1 p.m. at Shore can have a new look to your kitchen at a extraordinary young girl,” with an includ- Lanes on Dairy Road in Palm Bay. We fraction of the cost by having cabinet doors ed lunch at your choice of restaurants are a fun league with prizes and banquet and frames refinished in any color you like! and free time to explore the local shops at the end of season. For more informa- New Countertops Laminate, Solid Surface and Quartz. and the Farmer’s Market. tion contact Irene Lavoie at 772-664-

Serving the Bay for 7 years. On Thursday, February 4th, 2021, 6818 or 772-480-0675. Call Michael @ 772.571.1574 and get a free quote: we will lunch at the popular Antonio’s Irene Lavoie [email protected] •1 6 N. Oleander Street • Fellemere, FL 32948 Restaurant, followed by a matinee per- formance at the Winter Park Playhouse of “A Grand Night for Singing,” the Tony- nominated musical featuring the music of Hi to All Veterans and Active Duty Military

I am a Vietnam Combat Veteran. And I will help you with your claim if AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING & ELECTRIC please note I am observing all the virus you need the help. My name is Renee safety protocol. Chevalier I am the X commander and W 1. I have no contact with you only service writer for the DAV. You can call A your paperwork. You do not have to talk me at 207-442-7434. Be prepared to Weirich Air to me in person we can do this over the leave a message because if you do not Summer Special! phone and with your paperwork. I will be forced to block your number for 2. You will drop off your papers the future. And also know you should lis- $200 Discount on Purchase of (DD214 and other paperwork needed) ten when you dial because you will have a new 14 SEER unit with this ad at my home. Again I have it set up so to put in a number and the phone will tell We Service CUSTOM MADE Must Be Presented at Time of Purchase there is safety for your paperwork as well you the number. Not good with any other discounts. INDOOR WEATHER All Makes as your safety. You will come onto my I will work with you over the phone Expires 09/25/20 Electrial Service porch and put the papers into a container and prepare your claim if you have one. & Repair just for your papers. I will also print it out for you so you can • Sales 321-632-9538 Of All Types • Service 3. Also if you are afraid of your papers send it into the Veterans Administration • Installation 1-800-423-7424 getting stolen, please again note! Call for filing. • Emergency Service Available weirichairbrevard.com me when you are going to drop off your You will need to bring to me so I • Free Estimates On New Installations License #RA0066854, EC13002439 paperwork to find out if I am home. This can get the information for the forms a way you will be assured that your paper- DD214. If you want your wife, husband, work will not be available to anyone else. or partner included you will need to bring After you drop it off I will collect it and their information also. You will also need secure it. a voided check out of your checkbook 4. One of the reasons I departed the with a routing number on it. This is a DAV is my health is failing so I will be VA requirement. We usually put it into able to do your claim but will have to the form so when they approve it they do it at my pace. Sometimes I am fast can send your money direct deposit. some times slow so please take that into Copies of the medical records from the consideration. service if you have them. A list of the VA Call to Schedule 5. Lastly, so you and I will have no hospitals and Military hospitals you were a Virtual physical contact, when you pick up your in and what you were in for. Also a mar- paperwork again I will be calling, telling riage license and/or divorce papers with Tour you your paperwork is finished. At that spouse’s Social Security Number and, if time you can tell me when you would you have children, their SSNs too, but like to pick it up. I will confirm or tell you only if you are claiming them and want that I cannot do it that at that time and them as beneficiaries. we will make a time you and I can do it. I don’t charge any money and can And please keep in mind I have a lot of give you assistance or tell you if you doctor appointments. have a valid claim or a claim the VA will 6. After the packet is complete and pay. you pick it up you will have the address I try to help all veterans—Army, Navy, Locally Owned and Operated to send it to in the packet. Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard, Space Life is Better with Friends! —A Hidden Gem in Sebastian The Veterans Administration pays vet- Force. erans when they have problems caused A little about me. I am a Vietnam No Admission Fees • No Hidden Charges by their service to their country. It can be Combat Veteran. I was commander of ONE Affordable Monthly Rate Includes: as simple as a small wound or a fall off a Chapter 155, Service Writer for same and truck or even a medical problem because I ran the office for the DAV. I’m no longer • Home-Style meals with customized menus • Spacious single or companion rooms of a doctor’s mistake. with them, so I can help anyone now and • Snacks are always available (furnished or unfurnished) Help is available through the American not just DAV People. • Medication Management • Wi-Fi and Cable TV included Legion and the Veterans Council of If you have a claim in now, you can • Daily Activities, entertainment and • Respite care, weekly/monthly Barefoot Bay. With the Legion and the check on your claim yourself. Just call planned outings (caregiver vacation) Veterans Council and other veterans this number and tell them you want to • Housekeeping, laundry and linen service • Couples welcome organizations closed, you can call the check on your claim: 1-800-827-1000. Pelican Garden, LLC (License #AL10510) agency you would like to help you and And sorry if I gave someone the wrong 177 Empress Ave., Sebastian, FL 32958 [email protected] ask for the number of the local person number on the phone. helping with compensation claims. I am PelicanGarden.com | 772-388-4730 one of those people.

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Ramblings of a Retired Mind:

SEEMS TO ME: • Gone are the days when girls used to cook like their mothers. Now they drink like their fathers. • The one who says it cannot be done should never interrupt the one who is doing it. • Snowbirds can’t wait for summer so they can stop complaining about how cold it is and start complaining about how hot it is. Proudly roofing since 1985 • No matter what happens, there is always someone who knew that it would. LIFE IN BAREFOOT BAY: I was one of the hostages held last week when our Wells Fargo Bank was robbed and while we were made to line up against a wall and keep our head down, one of the robbers asked the guy next to me, “Did you see my face?” “Yes,” said the hostage, and then the robber shot him dead. The robber then turned to me and said, “Did you see my face?” “No,” I replied, “But I think my wife did.” Seen written on a wall in a men’s bathroom at the Lounge, “My wife follows me everywhere.” Written just below it, “I do not.” An elderly Barefoot Bay man goes into a Fellsmere brothel and tells the madam he would like a young girl for the night. Surprised, she looks at the ancient man and asks how old he is. “I’m 94 years old,” he says. “94?” replies the woman. “Don’t you realize you’ve had it?” “Oh, sorry,” says the old man. “How much do I owe you?” GRANDCHILDREN: One of my grandsons came into the kitchen the other morning and I asked him “Do • Insulated Energy Star Rated Roof you want breakfast?” He replied “What are my choices?” I said, “Yes or no.” • Manufacturer’s Backed Attending a wedding for the first time, my granddaughter whispered to D, “Why is • Financing Available the bride dressed in white?” “Because white is the color of happiness,” D explained. • Roof Leaks “And today is the happiest day in her life.” My granddaughter thought about this for a moment and then asked. “So why is the groom wearing black?” I worked very hard to child proof my house but they still seem to get in. YOU EVER WONDER: Visit our website at comfortcover.org • If we aren’t supposed to eat animals, why are they made of meat? • Why did God create man first? So he wouldn’t have to be told how to do it. QUOTE OF THE MONTH: - Mickey Mantle: “The only sure rule in golf is: He who has the fastest cart never has to play a bad FL LIC. #CCC 057091 lie”. REMEMBER: 1% of the people make things happen, 9% of the people watch people make things happen and 90% of the people ask, “What happened?”

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We are all A special fumigation machine sanitizes The Best Left Handed Resident Since 2003 aware that this is just the beginning of and puts a preventative touch on chairs, our hurricane season—so let’s all stay walls, carpets, doors, etc. After each ser- Pressure Washer Around. vigilant. We know that worry doesn’t vice doorknobs and light switches, addi- help, but preparedness and taking it to tionally, are cleaned. Masks are required the Lord in prayer does help. for entry into the facility and social dis- We are also still in the midst of the tancing is maintained as people enter, as Covid-19 pandemic. We continue to pro- people sit, and as people exit. We have tect our members and visitors at Sunday hand sanitizing stations we ask people to worship by following the recommended use as they enter and exit. MOBILE HOMES safety guidelines. When we ask you to We are learning that the virus is not COMMERCIAL - RESIDENTIAL have your temperature taken, to don a going away soon and that we need to mask and to sit six feet apart, it is for live in a way that turns the tide on it. But Faucets • Water Heaters • Toilets your protection, as well as for everyone “live in a way that …” means we do live. Shower Parts • Drain Cleaning else. We do not like having to make So, we find what we need to go forward Water Filters • Garbage Disposals these requests. We would love to be able in sane and balanced ways. That includes Backflow Preventers to sing, share communion and hug our regular participation in faith exercises. 388-2285 Certified, Installed and Repaired Lic # CFC 024535 friends and neighbors, but for the fore- These can be daily e-devotionals such as Slab Leak Specialist Remodeling seeable future, these things we enjoy are the ones we provide. These can be week- and Service Sewer & Water Line Replacement still on hold. ly Bible study such as the one we provide Specialist 24 HR. EMERGENCY SERVICE - RADIO DISPATCHED A few of our ladies are back to meet- on Wednesdays at 9 a.m. These can be ing on Monday mornings to pin and tie the worship services that are available on knots on the quilts that are a never-end- Sundays (streaming or in-person). ing need in times of trouble. These quilts We hope you will not just exist but live are sent to Lutheran World Relief to be and that you will encourage faith in God distributed around the world as needed. in your life. God bless you. These women are being extremely care- ful in their social distancing but feel the MICCO COMMUNITY need to serve and to give back. Praise CHURCH WINDOWS/DOORS AND FLOORS God! 9390 Central Ave This little prayer was received in the Micco, Florida 32976 ALL PHASES OF REMODELING mail to be shared: Dear Heavenly Father, 772-664-2231 while we do not truly understand why Are you seeking to understand the this Covid-19 pandemic has occurred, wisdom of God’s word? If so, come let MANY LOCAL REFERENCES we give thanks to You for the time You the “Holy Spirit” guide you into a deeper have given us to focus on our families, relationship with Jesus. Take a leap of our communities, and those most in faith by joining us for our regular Bible RICHARD CELL 772-925-4136 • JOHN CELL 401-391-1853 need. Amen. Study held every Wednesday at 6 p.m. Please come and join us every Sunday in our Church’s Fellowship Hall. Don’t at 10:30 a.m. to hear the Holy Scriptures be shy; all are welcomed for our Bible and feel the love that God has for all of Studies. his children. Be safe and continue to live Our Church is blessed to still be able in His blessings. to meet in person (observing social dis- tancing) during this Covid-19 pandemic. We have some special caring people. A “special thank you” goes out to Susie, Lyle, Bob, Tom, Troy, Bill and Jeff for all that they do in supporting our little church. And as always, we both praise Your care. and THANK GOD for protecting and guiding us during our individual strug- gles. Our mission. Our Church supports Father’s Heart Ministry. and our Military overseas by Providing quality home care sending them “Homemade Cookies” via the Sebastian “SOS Cookie Ladies.” We when you need it most are grateful for the all the sacrifices our Troops make on our behalf and for the Doctor ordered medical care Personal care freedom they provide us. If you want to • Skilled nursing care • Bathing & dressing participate in this Cookie Ministry, please contact Georgia at772-664-2342. • Physical & occupational therapy • Transportation Our men as always meet the first • Medication management • Light cooking Saturday of the month at 8 a.m. at the church for “Work Day.” Thank you, men, for all that you do. Don’t be shy. Come join us. If not, we’ll see you Sunday morning. Our regular Church service starts at 10 a.m. 321.316.5669 License# HHA299991471/HHA299995046 www.vnatc.com License# HHA299991471 See Church News Page 17 Barefoot Tattler / September 2020 Page 17

Church News from Page 16 Orlando 13 years ago and spent my Roseland United Methodist Church first 10 years at Holy Name of Jesus in K.E.A.P. FAMILY For more information about any of Indialantic just north of us. Some of you NURSING HEALTHCARE 12962 Roseland Road, Roseland these activities, or to join us in fellowship, may recognize me from there. After 10 9 a.m. Contemporary Praise Service call 772-664-2231 and leave your name years I went on sabbatical and spent (10 Years Experience, 11:10 a.m. Traditional Service and phone number. Come on out and three months studying in Rome. Upon Male Companion, Overnights) meet some great caring people. Hoping returning from Rome, I was placed on Children & Youth Sunday School 9 a.m. everyone remains safe and healthy. temporary re-assignment in Wahpeton, Errands & Appointments Adult Sunday School 10:10 a.m. Mike Gavigan North Dakota. I was considering mov- C.N.A. Licensed and Insured ing back to North Dakota for good. After nti e eet ain ROSELAND UNITED two years I was given the opportunity 954-562-2158 oin us or our OIE orshi serices METHODIST CHURCH to move back to Florida and take over 12962 Roseland Road St. Luke Parish. I began my assignment Sundas PO Box 157 June 15th and I am still trying to get used Sebastian, FL 32957 to this dang heat! Our Thrit Sho is no OE 772-589-3035 I am so impressed with this area and www.roselandchurch.com community. There is truly a sense of www.roselandchurch.com Is anyone surprised that it is welcome and hospitality with the people (772)589-3035 September? Me too! March and April in the area and especially with the parish. seemed to drag on, but all of a sud- It’s almost like you all have a little slice den, June, July and August just seemed of heaven and are only sharing it with the to disappear and now its September. neighbors. (Smile) Somehow the typical dog days of sum- I am so glad that we finally were able mer got mixed up with the crazy days to open our thrift shop. Today is the of Covid-19. One of the symptoms of second day and it sure looks busy over the virus is loss of taste and smell. But there. The diocese still has some very another symptom of COVID on society is strict rules, i.e. only 10 in the building • Free Delivery • Pet Medication • Medical Supplies a confused sense of time. What day is it? and everyone must have their tempera- What’s the date? ture checked and wear a face mask. I • We O er C.B.D. Oil • Unit Dose Packaging Another symptom is feeling discon- went over and looked, and they have • Few Minutes Wait Time • Best Customer Service nected from each other. It is important some really good deals going on because PHARMACY • Best Cash Price in Town • We O er Immunizations to remember that Jesus called us to be so many people have been cleaning Ph: 772-571-6496 • Non Sterile Compounding • Most Insurances Accepted Fax: 772-918-8783 part of a community. People of faith house. They’re open Thursday through • $3.99 for 30 Days RX Program • $9.99 for 90 Days RX Program are to support and connect to others. In Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., but close Business Hours this time of pandemic confusion, it is so early sometimes as they have to disinfect Mon-Fri 8:30 am to 6 pm We have All COVID-19 Supplies important that each remembers our roots everything. Hope to see you there! Sat 9 am to 1 pm in faith. That we look for ways to not only We are starting to think about some Sun CLOSED Transfer your Prescriptions and stay connected with people we know, but things we would like to get going as soon we look to take advantage of new oppor- as this pandemic lightens up—hopefully get $10 Gift Certificate for OTC Products tunities to reach out to others. If you have this fall. We hope to have more com- been feeling isolated, what can you do munity functions such as meals, talks, to connect to someone else? Sometimes socials and fundraisers. I want to get it is as simple as picking up the phone more faith formation programs started, to call people or go outside for a walk such as bible studies, prayer groups, in your neighborhood. Staying socially and faith workshops. And I hope we can Paradise Home Finders LLC distanced outdoors yet waving to people build on serving the community more by 311 Barefoot Blvd. Suite 6 can be a great pick me up to remind building up our Knights of Columbus and Bonnie Heck ourselves we are part of something big- Council of Catholic Women. 772-202-4045 Broker ger than a pandemic. That is the hope of So, thank you all who have been so Current Homes For Sale & Rentals. Contact Paul for a list of all properties in the Bay. Jesus—you are my children and you will warm in your welcome and feel free to I can provide all listing in MLS. inherit a Kingdom bigger and better than join us Sunday. you can even imagine. God Bless, The pandemic has also given us Father Tony Welle ways to reach out in ways we never expected. All of us can go online and worship in many places. On Sundays, our online worship is watched by peo- 633 Periwinkle ple in Tennessee, Kentucky, New York, Call Paul Preston Realtor at 772-202-4799 or 561-756-0233 Pennsylvania, and other states. What a Email [email protected] for list of available properties, estimate great reminder that God’s kingdom is not of homes value, visit the o ce during normal hours or on Sundays 11:30 to 1:30 confined to buildings or zip codes! What If you want a Barefoot Bay map contact Paul! can you do this month to connect to oth- ers in a new way? Roseland UMC invites you to worship online with us Sunday mornings live at 10 a.m. or through YouTube anytime. Our webpage www.roselandchurch.com has all the information on how you can connect with us. Want to get out of the house? MOBILE HOME ROOFING Volunteers are needed to help in our Thrift store on Fridays or Saturday. It is a safe environment in which everyone wears masks, socially distances and has the option to be behind Plexiglas protec- tions. Call our church office for more information (772-589-3035). Have a wonderful month! Pastor Linda

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Malnutrition is a serious senior • Keep track of medications. Keep health issue. Know the warning signs a record of all medications, the reason and how to help an older adult avoid for each medication, dosages, treatment Area Happenings poor nutrition. schedules and possible side effects. Good nutrition is critical to overall • Help with meal plans. Help plan health and well-being, yet many older healthy meals or prepare meals ahead adults are at risk of inadequate nutrition. of time. Help prepare a shopping list or As the adult child or caregiver of an older shop together. Help with money-saving adult, you can learn the signs and risks shopping choices. of malnutrition and how to promote a • Use local services. Contact local nutrient-rich diet. service agencies that provide at-home Problems caused by malnutrition meal deliveries, in-home visits from nurs- Malnutrition in older adults can lead to es or dietitians, access to a food pantry, various health concerns, including: or other nutrition services. The local • A weak immune system, which Area Agency on Aging or a county social increases the risk of infections. worker can provide information about • Poor wound healing. services. • Muscle weakness and decreased • Make meals social events. Drop by bone mass, which can lead to falls and during mealtime or invite the older adult fractures. to your home for occasional meals. Go • A higher risk of hospitalization. out to eat at a restaurant with senior dis- • An increased risk of death. counts. Encourage participation in social Factors contributing to malnutrition programs where members of the com- The causes of malnutrition might munity can eat together. seem straightforward—too little food or • Encourage regular physical activ- a diet lacking in nutrients. In reality, mal- ity. Daily exercise—even if it’s light—can nutrition is often caused by a combina- stimulate appetite and strengthen bones tion of physical, social and psychological and muscles. issues. For example: Improving nutrition • Normal age-related changes. Mealtime strategies to help an older Changes in taste, smell and appetite gen- adult maintain a healthy diet and good erally decline with age, making it more eating habits include the following: difficult to enjoy eating and keep regular • Nutrient-rich foods. Plan meals with eating habits. nutrient-rich foods that include a variety • Illness. Disease-related inflam- of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole mation and illnesses can contribute to grains, fish, and lean meats. declines in appetite and changes in how • Herbs and spices. Use herbs and the body processes nutrients. spices to add flavor to meals and improve • Impairment in ability to eat. interest in eating. Experiment to find Difficulty chewing or swallowing, poor favorites. dental health, or limited ability in han- • Healthy snacks. Plan nutrient-rich dling tableware can contribute to mal- snacks between meals with fruits, veg- nutrition. etables or low-fat dairy products. • Dementia. Behavioral or memory • Nutritional supplements. Use sup- problems from Alzheimer’s disease or plemental nutrition drinks to help with a related dementia can result in forget- calorie intake. Add egg whites or whey ting to eat, not buying groceries or other powder to meals to increase proteins irregular food habits. without adding saturated fats. • Medications. Some medications can Talking to your doctor affect appetite or the ability to absorb Talk to your family member’s doctor nutrients. about any concerns you have regard- • Restricted diets. Dietary restrictions ing the older adult’s weight, changes in CENTER for managing medical conditions—such appetite, or other concerns about health as limits on salt, fat or sugar—might also and nutrition. The doctor’s role may contribute to inadequate eating. include: • Limited income. Older adults may • Regularly monitoring weight and (321)473-8646 have trouble affording groceries, espe- screening for malnutrition. cially if they’re taking expensive medica- • Assessing for medical conditions tions. that may be affecting weight loss or nutri- Come see our NEW Store Located at • Reduced social contact. 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Monitoring nutrition and preventing malnutrition As a caregiver or adult child of an older adult, you can take steps to moni- tor nutritional health, watch for weight loss and address risk factors of malnutri- tion. Consider the following: • Monitor weight. Help the older adult check his or her weight at home. Keep a Brevards Authorized Dealer weekly record. Changes in how clothes fit can also indicate weight loss. • Observe habits. Spend mealtimes together at home—or during mealtime in a hospital or care facility—to observe eating habits. Note what kinds of food are eaten and how much. New • Used • Reconditioned • Rentals CYAN MEGENTA YELLOW BLACK Page 20 Barefoot Tattler / September 2020 Primary Care Express Sebastian Primary Care

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