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Volume 2 Issue 10 June 8, 2021
TUESDAY UPDATE
Wesleyan Village - Brooksville, FL
Reminders Thank You President Don
The Grocery Van has
resumed! If you would like
and Connie Maness!
to join us each Thursday at Reception will be held on June 15th from 11:00 am to Noon
9:00 am, please call the
A heartfelt
Chamberlain Office
Complex to reserve your “Thank You” to
place. President Don and
Connie Maness for
For those who love pickle- their many years of
ball, please join us every commitment and
Tuesday and Thursday at service to Wesleyan
6:00 pm and on Saturdays Village. Our
at 9:00 am for some great residents have
fun and exercise! All enjoyed Don’s
experience levels leadership, his
welcomed! humor, and his
unwavering
Line Dancing is finished for dedication to Christ
the Summer. Thanks for a in regards to the
great year and we look business of our
forward to seeing you next Village; he will be
Fall! missed!
In order to honor them, the staff will be holding a reception on
Exercise Class has ended
Tuesday, June 15th, from 11:00 am until noon at the Brooksville
for the Summer. See you
Wesleyan Church. We will have a short program at 11:00 am
next Fall!
followed by light refreshments. There will be plenty of time to
personally speak to Don and Connie to offer thanks and wish them
well in their next adventure. Please join us!
June Update 1
Volume 2 Issue 10 June 8, 2021
Bulletin Board Work on Langport Pond
Garden Issue! The road around Langport Pond was
Don’t forget to send pictures slowly becoming part of Langport Pond
of your beautiful garden and but thanks to the recent work, the
yard! We want to show off our erosion has been stopped! According to
beautiful Village and we want Jack Bishop, our Director of
you to be part of the show! Operations, the new concrete extension
Please send your pics to Todd will move water away from the sides of
at the Chamberlain Office
the pond, send it down to a spot at the
Complex.
end of the new concrete extension, and
safely move the water away. This will
Out And About
The weekly Village email will
be moving to a bi-weekly email
as we enter our slower summer insure that the pond banks
season. We will still post this will stay put and not
email in the Elliott Center each collapse. Thanks, Jack, for
week! getting this project done
and for helping keep our
Slow Down! pond in good health!
It seems we are having a few
folks again who are not
adhering to posted Stop signs
and Speed Limit signs. Please
abide by these so that we keep
our Village safe! No need for
Lunch Bunch!
speed on our streets - you are With things slowly returning to a bit of normalcy, we would
retired remember? Thanks!! like to restart our Lunch Bunch outings! Because of our group
size, and the current staffing issues facing many of our local
What’s open? restaurants, we have decided to have our Lunch Bunches every
The Library - Hours are other Wednesday at 3 different restaurants beginning Wednesday,
Monday - Friday, 9:00 am to June 23, at 11:30. You will be able to sign up for the restaurant of
8:00 pm. your choice in the Elliott Center on the bulletin board by the
Fitness Annex - Open during
Monday of that week. One person from each group will be asked
daylight hours.
Pool - Pool is open daily.
to be the point person for that restaurant. The first group of
Maximum 8 persons at a time. Lunch Bunch restaurants will be announced later this week and
Visitors now allowed if the sign up sheets will be posted by Friday, June 11. We look
accompanied by Resident! forward to enjoying some fellowship again so plan to join us!
June Update 2
Volume 2 Issue 10 June 8, 2021
Smiles Column
Hurricane Preparedness
Take time to smile and laugh June 1st of every year
every day! Start with these!
marks the beginning of
Hurricane Season. The
Village has been fortunate
to avoid most of the
major storms in the past,
but we do not want to let
our guard down! This
edition of the Tuesday
Update includes our
Hurricane Preparedness material that we give out annually to
inform and help our residents prepare for the eventuality of a
major storm. Now is the time to get your Hurricane Kits together
and evacuation plans finalized. Remember, all manufactured/
mobile homes are in Evacuation Zone A - the first zone to be
evacuated. This will affect the majority of the Village. In
addition, please remember that the Brooksville Wesleyan Church
is NOT an official shelter and should be used only as a last resort.
Let’s pray for a peaceful season, but let’s also be prepared!
House Beautiful!
Josue & Rosemary Perez
Many of you will
know this beautiful
yard on Rambler
because of the major
changes that have been
made! Josue and
Rosemary have put a
major amount of work
into their new home
and it shows! We
appreciate your efforts,
If you see something funny,
Josue and Rosemary, and we want to congratulate you on your
please send it to
toddbishop@wesleyanvillage.org amazing yard!
and it may get printed!
June Update 3
Volume 2 Issue 10 June 8, 2021
From the Office of the President
Dear Friends,
Most, if not all, of the seasonal residents have returned home.
They will be greatly missed, but we look forward to their arrival
next winter. Now, we settle down for a Florida Summer. As many
of you know, I will be stepping down from the Presidency on June
30, 2021, which is a year sooner than planned. I have enjoyed my
five years of service and ministry as the President of Wesleyan
Village. My support for the Wesleyan Village will continue
unabated. Connie and I have made so many new friends, and we have reconnected with
friends from past years. I have been blessed to work with wonderful staff members and good
board members.
So many of you have blessed and enriched our lives, and I trust Connie and I have blessed and
enriched your lives. The Wesleyan Village is a great place to live. I said that from day one as
your new President in July 2016, and I echo that same sentiment as I leave. “The Wesleyan
Village is a great place to live.” Connie and I have a peace and believe that God is directing
our lives at this time, TO GOD BE THE GLORY.
BE SAFE
May God bless and keep you.
Don Maness, President
Joshua: 1:9 “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be
terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever
you go.”
June Update 4
Wesleyan Village
Severe Weather Information
Please Retain This Information For Your
Personal Safety
June 2021
Wesleyan Village Hurricane Information
The Wesleyan Village is preparing for hurricane season which technically runs from June
through November. We have a responsibility to be as prepared as possible. YOU also bear a
responsibility to be prepared in the event of a hurricane. If you are instructed by local officials
(County or State) to evacuate, please follow their warnings.
WESLEYAN VILLAGE EMERGENCY EVACUATION PROCEDURES
The following procedures will be used in case of emergencies, such as hurricane or other severe
weather situations.
I. MANDATORY EVACUATION
A. All mobile units, RV’s, and prefab units are to evacuate to shelters.
B. In the case of a mandatory evacuation notice issued for ALL residents by local
authorities, follow the directions given by the authorities on TV or radio regarding
evacuation procedures and the route you are to take. Highway 50 (Cortez Blvd.) east
is an official evacuation route.
II. BROOKSVILLE WESLEYAN CHURCH
BROOKSVILLE WESLEYAN CHURCH IS AVAILABLE ONLY AS A VOLUNTARY
SHELTER OF LAST RESORT. Although, the Brooksville Wesleyan Church is not
a Red Cross approved storm shelter, Wesleyan Village Residents without safer
options for hurricane shelter are welcome (see pg. 4). We are thankful for the
assistance and cooperation from BWC.
III. NOTIFICATIONS
Our PHONEVITE SYSTEM will be used to contact residents by telephone to inform
them of the hurricane status
Before leaving your home to seek shelter, check with your
neighbors nearby to be sure they have received the
warning and are preparing to seek shelter.
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IV. ASSISTANCE
In case of severe weather warning or mandated evacuation and if you do not have
transportation, make arrangement to leave Wesleyan Village with a friend. If you are
unable to arrange transportation or need assistance, contact the Wesleyan Village office
at 352-799-1644 (see page 2 for additional emergency numbers). In no case should
you remain in your home under mandatory evacuation conditions. (See Evacuating Your
Home below.)
WASTE WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM (WWTS)
Wesleyan Village has generators for the operation of our Waste Water Treatment System
(WWTS) in the event the Wesleyan Village loses electrical power. One generator will
operate the WWTS and the Mow Barn Lift Station. A second generator at the Langport
Pond will operate this Lift Station, and the third generator will operate the Epworth Lift
Station.
V. EVACUATING YOUR HOME
In the event that you decide to leave your home, even if it is to the home of someone in
Wesleyan Village or close by, please notify the office at 352-799-1644 to let us know
where you will be staying during the storm. This will help us know how to find you if the
storm causes damage.
VI. AFTERMATH
After a severe storm, our maintenance crew will be activated to make sure the roads are
safe for travel and to check for downed power lines. If the power remains off, the
Brooksville Wesleyan Church will be open until power can be restored to homes.
VII. EMERGENCY NUMBERS
Wesleyan Village Office (352) 799-1644
Jack Bishop (352) 650-3503
Gladys Van Donkelaar (810) 516-7080
Pastor Jerry Pence (352) 277-1677
Emergency Management (352) 754-4083
Florida Highway Patrol (352) 754-6767
Duke Energy (800) 228-8485
Public Information Center (352) 754-4083
Hernando County Sheriff (352) 754-6830
Hernando County Fire Rescue (352) 540-4353
Brooksville Fire Dept. (352) 540-3840
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NECESSARY SUPPLIES
If you leave your home for an evacuation, take the following items with you.
This a partial listing. Included is the Hernando County “All-Hazards Disaster Planning
Guide” for additional information.
• Non-perishable food, enough to last several days
• 1 gallon water per day per person; prepare for 7 days
• Medication(s) that you are using
• Bedding (blankets, pillows, etc.)
• Flash lights and batteries
• Entertainment (games, radios, etc.)
• Paper plates and cups, plastic utensils
• First Aid items
• Toiletries, Hygiene items, Moisture wipes, Dry shampoo
• Radio: Battery operated and NOAA weather radio
• Telephone: Fully charged cell phones with power cord
• COVID-19 Items:
ü Mask
ü Hand Sanitizer
ü Wipes
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THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS FROM THE BROOKSVILLE
WESLEYAN CHURCH
HURRICANE SHELTER ANNOUNCEMENT
Hurricane season (June-November) is near and it is time to review your personal plans and
preparations in advance of any major storms forecasted to impact our area. BROOKSVILLE
WESLEYAN CHURCH IS AVAILABLE ONLY AS A VOLUNTARY SHELTER OF LAST
RESORT. Please note the following important details.
1. It is vitally important that you pay attention to and heed all official storm advisories and
warnings. Evacuate if ordered by local authorities and think now about where you would go for
safer shelter. See the list below of Red Cross approved storm shelters in Hernando
County. If your home is not secure, WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU SEEK SHELTER
IN A LOCATION THAT IS EQUIPPED TO PROVIDE FULL EMERGENCY SERVICES —
including power, medical assistance, law enforcement security, water, food, and sanitation. As
a Christ-follower, make it an opportunity to help, encourage, pray for, and witness to others.
2. Brooksville Wesleyan is not a Red Cross approved storm shelter for mass care. However,
for church members, friends and neighbors without safer alternatives for shelter, our
church doors will open as a voluntary emergency shelter. We will not be equipped with
pre-positioned water, food, medical supplies, or other long-term emergency resources. Our
building, however, is rated for high wind loads, making it safer than a mobile home, RV, or
vulnerable residence. Accommodations will be in the church sanctuary and music room
areas. Those who come STAY AT YOUR OWN RISK and we want you to be aware of
limitations and concerns such as:
• With coronavirus pandemic concerns, social distancing will be difficult to maintain over an
extended period. No accommodations are available for isolating or treating persons who
may be or become ill. Therefore, shelter cannot be provided for anyone with a fever
or other common symptoms of possible infection or who know they were recently
exposed to potential infection.
• You must park vehicles and use the glass entry doors on the north/Wesleyan
Village side of the building only. No parking in the front parking lot nearest Cortez or
on the west/music room side of the building to keep these areas clear for emergency
vehicles. For security purposes, no building access will be allowed through the metal
doors on the north, south or west sides of the building.
• We have limited emergency generator capacity and it will be used primarily for
security lighting for safe occupancy of indoor areas in the event of electric utility
outages. Loss of utilities will make building air conditioning impossible. Emergency
refrigeration will be available only for storage of life-saving medications, such as insulin.
• We cannot guarantee power for emergency medical equipment (oxygen machines,
CPAP, personal mobility devices, etc.).
• We cannot guarantee the services of emergency medical personnel on-site during
the storm or its aftermath.
• Long-term power outage of more than six hours or serious flooding in our area could
create sanitation system issues for our building since we are connected to a private
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sewer system reliant on its own auxiliary power for pumps. Portable toilets will be
available in such an event.
• We have no food storage or preparation facilities in the building. You should plan to
bring your own supply of bottled water and non-perishable foods.
• Small pets must be kept in pet carriers or cages and must remain in designated tiled
areas at all times. No exceptions.
• No unauthorized weapons of any kind are allowed on church premises (guns,
knives, mace/pepper spray, etc.). Licensed concealed carry personnel must leave
weapons at home or secured and locked in their vehicle if parked at the church.
• The church assumes no responsibility for the loss or theft of cash or valuables
brought on the premises by those seeking shelter. A safe room is available, but checked
items may be stored there only at your own risk.
• The church will have on hand a limited number of battery-powered and hand-crank
radios for emergency information use.
• After the storm, you should rely on word from law enforcement or emergency
management officials regarding when it is safe to travel about the community and return
home. Remember the danger of downed power lines, flooded roads and streets, and
dangerous trees and limbs.
3. If you do seek temporary shelter in the church building, think about bringing:
• Essential medications and first aid items (we cannot guarantee refrigeration for insulin or
other medications)
• Telephone (fully charged and with your power cord)
• Non-perishable food (enough for several days)
• Water (one gallon per person per day)
• Bedding (blankets, pillows, exercise pad, air mattress)
• Flashlight and batteries
• Entertainment (games, books, iPad, music player with earphones, etc.)
• Toiletries, hygiene items, moisture wipes, dry shampoo
• Personal ID, cash, essential papers you need to keep with you
4. After the storm passes, we will be available to serve as a storm recovery and aid
distribution location or as a back-up site to handle overflow from local approved shelters
struggling to accommodate storm evacuees as requested by local emergency management
authorities.
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Brooksville Wesleyan Church
Meeting Location: 22319 Cortez Blvd.
Mail/Office: 22398 Pasture Lane
Brooksville, FL 34601
Office Phone: 352-799-3066
www.bwcflorida.com
APPROVED EMERGENCY SHELTERS
5|PageChallenger K-8 School --13400 Elgin Blvd., Spring Hill, 34609
Deltona Elementary--2055 Deltona Blvd., Spring Hill, 34606
Nature Coast Technical High School--4057 California St., Brooksville, 34604
Fox Chapel Middle School --9412 Fox Chapel Lane, Spring Hill, 34606
Moton Elementary--7175 Emerson Road, Brooksville, 34601
Chocachatti Elementary --4135 California St., Brooksville, 34604
Hernando High School--700 Bell Ave., Brooksville, 34601
Springstead High School --3300 Mariner Blvd., Spring Hill, 34609
West Hernando Middle School--14325 Ken Austin Pkway, Brooksville, 34613
Explorer K-8 School --10252 Northcliffe Blvd., Spring Hill, 34608
Weeki Wachee High School --12150 Vespa Way, Weeki Wachee, 34614
D.S. Parrott Middle School --19220 Youth Drive, Brooksville, 34601
Winding Waters K-8 --12240 Vespa Way, Weeki Wachee, 34614
Central High School--14075 Ken Austin Parkway, Brooksville, 34613
IMPORTANT CONTACT INFORMATION
EMERGENCY DIAL 9-1-1
Local Radio Station WWJB 1460 AM
Brooksville Police 352-540-3800
Emergency Management 352-754-4083
Florida Highway Patrol 352-754-6767
Duke Energy 800-228-8485
Public Information Center 352-754-4083
Hernando County Sheriff 352-754-6830
Hernando County Fire Rescue 352-540-4353
Brooksville Fire Dept. 352-540-3840
Solid Waste 352-754-4037
Withlacoochee River Electric Coop 352-596-4000
American Red Cross 352-564-8455
Catholic Charities 352-686-9897
Salvation Army 352-796-1186
United Way 352-688-2026
APPROVED EMERGENCY SHELTERS
Challenger K-8 School --13400 Elgin Blvd., Spring Hill, 34609
Deltona Elementary--2055 Deltona Blvd., Spring Hill, 34606
Nature Coast Technical High School--4057 California St., Brooksville, 34604
Fox Chapel Middle School --9412 Fox Chapel Lane, Spring Hill, 34606
Moton Elementary--7175 Emerson Road, Brooksville, 34601
Chocachatti Elementary --4135 California St., Brooksville, 34604
Hernando High School--700 Bell Ave., Brooksville, 34601
Springstead High School --3300 Mariner Blvd., Spring Hill, 34609
6|PageWest Hernando Middle School--14325 Ken Austin Pkway, Brooksville, 34613
Explorer K-8 School --10252 Northcliffe Blvd., Spring Hill, 34608
Weeki Wachee High School --12150 Vespa Way, Weeki Wachee, 34614
D.S. Parrott Middle School --19220 Youth Drive, Brooksville, 34601
Winding Waters K-8 --12240 Vespa Way, Weeki Wachee, 34614
Central High School--14075 Ken Austin Parkway, Brooksville, 34613
IMPORTANT CONTACT INFORMATION
EMERGENCY DIAL 9-1-1
Local Radio Station WWJB 1460 AM
Brooksville Police 352-540-3800
Emergency Management 352-754-4083
Florida Highway Patrol 352-754-6767
Duke Energy 800-228-8485
Public Information Center 352-754-4083
Hernando County Sheriff 352-754-6830
Hernando County Fire Rescue 352-540-4353
Brooksville Fire Dept. 352-540-3840
Solid Waste 352-754-4037
Withlacoochee River Electric Coop 352-596-4000
American Red Cross 352-564-8455
Catholic Charities 352-686-9897
Salvation Army 352-796-1186
United Way 352-688-2026
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