The Design Review Guidelines provide an overall framework and set of standards that govern changes in all exterior additions, removal or any type of exterior construction to any part of your property and include landscaping, painting and any accessory or other item on the lot. As discussed in Part One of this series, it is […]

On January 6, 2025 the Verandah Community University (VCU) will host Annabelle Tometich. Annabelle went from medical-school reject, to line cook, to journalist, to author. She spent 18 years as a food writer, editor, and restaurant critic for The News-Press in her hometown of Fort Myers, Florida. Her first book is “The Mango Tree: A […]

This is the first article in a series about what Developer Settlement is, how it is unfolding in Verandah, and the implications for our homeowners. It is a common legal process that occurs when the developer of a community turns over governance to its residents. When Verandah was first established as a planned development our […]

It has been written that holiday traditions, such as Christmas and Hannukah celebrations, are deeply significant social customs. They are filled with meaning that engages not only the family but also friends within communities. Verandah has many such traditions that make it a special place to be. What are some of these traditions? Let’s begin […]

The Christmas tree, whether artificial or fresh, lightens up many a home during the holiday season. The tradition of the Christmas tree started in Germany and was introduced to America by German settlers in the 1800s. In the beginning, the Christmas tree was viewed as a pagan symbol in America and not readily accepted until […]

As was reported in our August edition, after the Verandah Community Association (VCA) was turned over to our homeowner-controlled Board of Directors in October of 2021, it conducted a review of the Developer’s financial records and practices about the VCA. This review raised numerous concerns. It was clear to the Board that when the Developer […]

Verandah Community University (VCU) is excited to start off this semester with a presentation by NFL referee and Fort Myers attorney Jeffrey Rice, known as “The Lawman of the Line.” Jeffrey will share stories from his NFL career that has included 400 games, 24 post-season assignments, four Pro Bowls and three Super Bowls. Please join […]

As we reported in the February edition of the Verandah View, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), at the request of our Traffic and Safety Committee, issued what is called a Traffic Signal Warrant Summary. The Warrant Summary Analysis provides a procedure to determine input into a decision of whether conditions at an intersection warrant […]