Frenchman's Creek Newsletter Oct. 2014

Monthly Newsletter for the month of October 2014

OCTOBER 2014

NEWSLETTER

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October 2014

What We Love About…

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO, SEE, HEAR, AND TALK ABOUT THIS MONTH

YOM KIPPUR … OCT. 3 Yom means "day" in Hebrew and Kippur comes from a root that means "to atone". Thus Yom Kippur has come to mean "day of atonement". Some[who?] say there is a link to kapporet, the “mercy seat” or covering of the Ark of the Covenant. Abraham Ibn Ezra states that the word indicates the task and not just the shape of the ark cover; since the blood of the Yom Kippur sacrifice was sprinkled in its direcƟon, it was the symbol of propiƟaƟon.

DID YOU KNOW...

...Hawaii has a special October event called "the Aloha FesƟval," someƟmes de- scribed as the "Mardi Gras of the Pacific." ...A total lunar eclipse will take place on 8 October 2014. ...Columbus Day is celebrated the second Monday every October. ...Germany's Oktoberfest originally began on October 17, 1810, the wedding day of King Ludwig I. The annual fesƟval starts much earlier, oŌen in Septem- ber. ...Daylight Savings Time ends every year at 2:00 A.M. local Ɵme on the last Sun- day of October ...October's flower is the calendula. ...October is the tenth month in the Gregorian calendar, received its name from the LaƟn numeral octo meaning "eight", because in the original Roman calen- dar it was the eighth month. ...October begins (astrologically) with the sun in the sign of Libra and ends in the sign of Scorpio.

is no season when such pleasant and sunny spots may be lighted on, and produce so pleasant an effect on the feelings, as now in October." - Nathaniel Hawthorne

HALLOWEEN...OCT. 31 Evolving from the ancient CelƟc holiday of Samhain, modern Halloween has become less about literal ghosts and ghouls and more about costumes and candy. The Celts used the day to mark the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter, and also believed that this transiƟon between the seasons was a bridge to the world of the

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE 2 What we love about...

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Welcome Home

Dining & Entertainment

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• Schedule a meeting with your landscape su- pervisor to get ready for the upcoming sea- son. Please call Brickman at 561-626-7466 to discuss your return date and set up an ap- pointment upon your return. • Contact the Engineering Office at 561-775- 6453 to arrange to have your hurricane shutters removed or any project you would like to schedule for your home. • Don’t forget to forward your address with the post office. • The annual Dining Calendar as well as the “Season Handbook” have been mailed out. If you have questions regarding any of the up- coming events and to get a head start on your holiday reservations, please contact the Food & Beverage Office (561) 373-2647 • Don’t forget to pick up the latest copy of our new Membership Directory . Now includ- ing pictures of our members. • Traveling? Add ease to your travel to and from airports or sea ports by having our driv- ers do the driving in the comfort of your own vehicle. To arrange your transportation, please contact the POA office at (561) 627- 1467 during office hours. For after hours or weekends, please call Bilian directly at (561)

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Dining Calendar

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Beach Club

Activities at & around the Club External Affairs Committee

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Pressure Cleaning

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Fitness & Spa

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Security

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Golf

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Tennis

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At your service

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Finance

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Frenchman’s Creek Beach & Country Club 13495 Tournament Drive

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 Club House: (561) 622-8300

Frenchman’s Creek Beach Club 400 Celestial Way Juno Beach, FL 33408 Beach Club: (561) 624-3400

846-9987.

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Dining &

Entertainment

Watch your favorite Team in a great atmosphere at the Sports bar and enjoy a fabulous BBQ Dinner.

Sundays beginning October 19 th

Saturday, October 4 th Serving from 5:30 pm at the 19th Hole

Features German, American & Belgian Ales

Traditional German Specialties

Begins at 5:30pm at the Sports Bar

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Friday, October 31 - 7:00pm

“Trick or Treat” Halloween Party

Fortune tellers and tarot readings - progressive dinner. Fun for all. DJ. Costumes opƟonal.

LIVE ON SATURDAY NIGHT

Saturday, November 8 - 7:00pm Bruce Smirnoff A stand-up comedian who has appeared on the Late Night Show, Evening At The Improv and Make Me Laugh. He has performed at the New York City’s Comic Strip, Los Angeles’ Comedy Store, Caesar’s, Las Vegas’ MGM, The Riviera and Tropicana Hotels. If you want a good belly laugh, come and enjoy .

An exciƟng and inviƟng Supper Club with an exclusive entertainer for a very special evening.

Guests welcome.

FABULOUS DINING NIGHTS

Wine Tasting

with Stephen Fischer

on Friday, October 24 th at 5:30PM

at the Sportsbar

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Please contact the Food & Beverage Office (561) 273-2647 to make your reservaƟons

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Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

1 Lunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole 8 Lunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole 15 Lunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole Sports Bar Beach Club The Grille 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole Sports Bar The Grille BC Lobster The Grille 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole Sports Bar Beach Club 22 Lunch: 29 Lunch:

2 Lunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: Beach Club 9 Lunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: Beach Club 16 Lunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole Sports Bar Beach Club The Grille 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole Sports Bar Beach Club The Grille The Grille 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole Sports Bar Beach Club 23 Lunch: 30 Lunch:

3 Lunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: Beach Club 10 Lunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: Beach Club 17 Lunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole Sports Bar Beach Club The Grille 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole Sports Bar Beach Club The Grille 24 Lunch:

4 Yom Kippur Lunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Break the Fast 11 Lunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: Beach Club

The Pool Side Café will reopen on Monday, October 6. Lunch daily 11:00am-4:00pm

5 Brunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: BBQ 12 Brunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: BBQ

6 Lunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole 13 Lunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole Sports Bar Beach Club

7 Lunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole 14 Lunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole Sports Bar Beach Club

18 Lunch: 19th Hole

Beach Club Sports Bar Beer Tasting & Oktoberfest 19th Hole Beach Club

19 Brunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: NFL Sunday BBQ

20 Lunch:

21 Lunch:

25 Lunch:

The Grille 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole Sports Bar Beach Club

The Grille 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole Sports Bar The Grille

The Grille 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole Sports Bar Beach Club The Grille

26 Brunch: 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: NFL Sunday BBQ

27 Lunch:

28 Lunch:

31 Halloween Lunch:

The Grille 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole Sports Bar Beach Club

The Grille 19th Hole Beach Club Dinner: 19th Hole Sports Bar Beach Club

The Grille 19th Hole Beach Club

“Trick or Treat” BC Dinner with the Ghouls

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Lobster Dinner Wednesday, October 22nd 6:00pm-9:00pm Calypso Brunch Sunday, October 26th 6:00pm-9:00pm Paella Night Monday, October 27th 6:00pm-9:00pm Dinner with the Ghouls Friday, October 31st 6:00pm-9:00pm

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Activities at & around the Club

Frenchman’s Creek Group Wednesday, November 5th 7:30pm

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External Affairs Committee

Be an informed voter on November 4 th

The Frenchman's Creek External Affairs Committee invites all members to a discussion of Election 2014

with Mary Jane Range of the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County

Th e League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan organization of women and men of all ages and backgrounds, encouraging informed and active participation in government through education and advocacy.

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SUMMER PRESSURE CLEANING IS ABOUT TO BEGIN.

PATIO, VILLA AND TOWN HOMES : As part of your POA Services, all driveways, entry areas, cart paths are scheduled to be cleaned during the month of September CUSTOM HOMEOWNERS: The same pressure cleaning services are available. For a quote call: Decorative Surfacing (561)745-8121 or the POA Office (561) 627-1467. ADDITIONAL CLEANING SERVICES can be performed during this time, i.e.: pool decks, patio furniture, gutters, etc. Please contact Decorative Surfacing (561) 7458121 or the POA Office (561) 627-1467 for scheduling.

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Chair Yoga with Liz

Mondays at 10 am for 45 minutes

Who benefits from Chair Yoga? Those of you with disabilities, inflexibil- ity or who just cannot get on the floor can improve your health through an amazing form of adaptive exercise. The chair replaces the mat! Chair Yoga relaxes your body and mind, improves your flexibility and elevates your overall health and well-being. Come dressed in your everyday clothing. Class ends in time to make your card game!

Fitness & Spa

Learn about

Have your

Learn about

Chair Yoga Take the Chair Yoga class to learn about the benefits and how it is for all fitness levels.

Body Composition Evaluated

Pilates Training Learn about the benefits of Pilates reformer training.

Using the new InBody Com- position Machine you will learn about your body and how this will help you get the most out of your workout.

Fri Oct 10 at 11:00

Fri Oct 6 at 10:00

Fri Oct 17 at 11:00

Fri Oct 13 at 10:00

Fri Oct 24 at 11:00

Wed Oct 8 with Jason

Fri Oct 20 at 10:15

Fri Oct 31 at 11:00

Mon Oct 13 with Jason

Fri Oct 27 at 10:00

Wed Oct 22 with Jason

Each session is complimentary, 30 minutes & is limited to 5 people.

Mon Oct 27 with Jason

This is a complimentary class and is 45 minutes in length.

Each session is complimentary and a 15 minute appointment.

Please call the Fitness Center and Spa at 561-622-3691 to sign up to participate. Offers are valid from October 1st to October 31st.

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FITNESS & SPA

W ELCOME B ACK N EW S EASON I NTRODUCTION S PA S PECIALS

Facial Special Ultimate Lifting & Firming Facial

Barber Services Now Available as an In Home Service

50 min $85

Schedule your appointments directly with Louis Ciolfi

Body Special Organic Ginger-Lime Scrub

50 min $70

Nail Special Footlogix Pedicure

Barber Haircut & Style Barber Facial Shave

50 min $30

Massage Special Shiatsu Massage

50 min $75

Contact Louis directly for

For an appointment, please call the Fitness Center and Spa at (561) 622-3691 Specials are valid from October 1st to October 31st

appointments and all pricing information.

Tel: 914-575-9522

Email: minniesiolfi@hotmail.com

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Security

• On a two-lane roadway, you are required to slow

to a speed that is 20 miles per hour less than the

posted speed limit.

• If the speed limit is 20 miles per hour or less, you

must slow down to five miles per hour.

• If you are driving on an interstate or roadway

with multiple lanes of travel in the same direction,

and you approach an any emergency vehicle, law

enforcement vehicle & tow vehicles parked along

the roadway, you must vacate the lane closest to

that vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so . If you are

not able to safely move over, you must slow down

to a speed of 20 MPH below the posted speed limit

unless directed otherwise by a law enforcement

officer.

• Violating the move over law puts both yourself

and a public safety professional at risk.

• Violating the move over law can result in a fine

and points on your license.

• Effective July 1, 2014, the law was changed to

include sanitation vehicles and utility service vehi- cles .

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Over the next few months we will be receiving new models of golf clubs from all of the leading manu- facturers including Titleist, Callaway, Taylor Made, Ping, Mizuno, Cobra, Cleveland and Adams Golf. The Golf Shop also features the latest design in fashion from Chervo, Bogner, Jamie Sadock, Swing Control, Sport Haley, Peter Millar, Polo, Bugatchi, and many more. We have new lines coming in regularly, so come in and browse our new selecƟons.

Golf Operations Update: The Golf Professional Staff is excited to begin the 2014-2015 golf seasons. We look forward to the re- turn of our seasonal Frenchman’s Creek Members and get the season off to a successful start. The Golf Professional Staff lead by Frenchman’s Creek PGA Director of Golf, Robert Bruno, PGA Head Profes- sional, Rich Luchini and our Assistant Professionals Rocco PanziƩa, Luis Leon, Jeff Sullivan, Chris Horn and Todd Kitchen have worked diligently through- out the summer to make this season one of the best seasons that we ever have had. The South Golf Course Project is in the final stages of preparaƟon for the November 1 st opening. The grass is maturing beauƟfully in the fairway and rough along with the ƟŌ-eagle green complexes. The bunkers are being prepared with new sand as well. The new Short Game PracƟce Area has been upgraded for you to improve your short game skills from chipping, pitching, bunker play to a variety of uneven lies. We are confident that the membership will be impressed with the South Golf Course im- provements upon their return.

Kevin Walker , our cart mechanic reminds you to make sure your cart is running smoothly by drop- ping by for your 10-Point service and a thorough cleaning and waxing of your cart.

Guest Play & Tee Times: Guest tee Ɵmes are available for you and your guest during the season on a daily basis. Guests are allowed to play before 8:00 am and aŌer 12:00 pm. Tee Ɵmes may be available aŌer 10:00 am on light- er play days and must be approved by the Director of Golf or Head Professional. You may request tee Ɵmes via the telephone system at (561-775-6414) or through the tee Ɵme computer terminals located in the golf shop. Please contact the golf shop and/ or starter for any quesƟons in regard to guest play and tee Ɵmes.

We swing into a full tournament schedule starƟng this month. The Men’s and Ladies Opening Days will be held the first Tuesday and Wednesday in Novem- ber. Please see the aƩached Tournament Schedule for 2014-2015 in order to make your golfing ar- rangements.

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UPCOMING EVENTS & TOURNAMENTS

Practice Facility: The pracƟce facility is available every day for our members and their guests for warm-up prior to your round of golf, for a golf lesson with one of our instrucƟonal staff member’s and for working on your game and refining your swing. Please Note: Children under the age of sixteen ( 16 ) must be accompanied by an adult and are required to uƟlize the North End ( Back End ) of the pracƟce facility located by the sales center. All children should be dressed in golf aƫre at all Ɵmes when you using any part of the pracƟce facility in- cluding the puƫng green. As a friendly reminder, members and their guests are required to adhere to the standards set at Frenchman’s Creek Beach & Country. We all must follow the proper dress code policy on the golf courses as well as all of the pracƟce faciliƟes. Men are required to wear a collared shirt at all Ɵmes. No denim, workout aƫre, tank tops or short shorts are acceptable aƫre for these areas. All members and guests should follow the proper golf course rules of eƟqueƩe. We ask that you adhere to the 90 degree rule while driving your cart, please fill in all your divots with sand, rake all bunkers, fix all ball marks on the green and maintain a four (4) hour pace of play. Cell phones are prohibited on the course as well as the pracƟce faciliƟes. Please re- spect your fellow members and enjoy your golf. Dress Code & Golf Course Etiquette:

HOLE-IN-ONE

CONGRATULATIONS

TO: Jack Pearlman who scored a Hole-in-One Monday, September 15 on Hole #6 North 165 yards

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Tennis Healthy and Happy Welcome We hope all of you had a great summer and we look forward to a great upcoming season Time to swing into action:

JUNIOR TENNIS it is all about “Having Fun” Now is a great time to get your children and grandchildren involved in a sport that requires self-discipline, fitness, mental focus and concentration. We have kids clinics all during the holidays! We also have junior clinics in the afternoons during the week! Please sign up in tennis shop! MATCH POINT: All of us on the tennis staff really enjoy seeing you participate in our great sport. Game arranging is one of our most popular services. We find this to be very beneficial to tennis activity at Frenchman’s Creek! So we look forward to everyone that wants to get back or want to try this great sport to come in and we will be happy to set you up with the right level game. PICKLE BALL!! (Part tennis, ping pong, badminton). One of the fastest grow- ing sports, it has become very popular among many of the clubs in the area as well as out West. Pickle Ball….. for those of you who have not played tennis in a while or have stopped because of injuries; we have a new game that we are introduc- ing this season. It is a low impact game easy on the joints, and multigenerational. It is played on a smaller tennis court, us- ing paddles and low compression balls. We will be offering Demo Day for all of you to see what the Pickle Ball Craze is all about!!! Demo Day to be announced soon.

MEN’S TENNIS CLINICS Tuesdays 9:00 am – 10:30 am Can’t make it to your Saturday morning match? Sign up for this clinic for a great workout. Get technical advice from the pros on any shot you may need to work on, plus leave the class feeling energized and wanting to play more. All members are welcome. LADIES TENNIS CLINIC Grab your racquet and join us All levels are welcome. Sign up with the Tennis Pro Shop. 3 AND THE PRO LESSONS (working on doubles with the pro) Come visit or call us in the Shop and we will put the lesson together. PRIVATE LESSONS Schedule individually in the Tennis Pro Shop 622-1623 Wednesdays & Fridays 9:00 am – 10:30 am

ennis Tip

Splash you Volleys Do you send too many volleys straight into the net or spray them to parts unknown? If you do, You’re probably taking too big a backswing. It’s difficult to control the ball when you make a swinging volley. To remedy the problem, bring your racket hand back only as far as your shoulder. Then, move it quickly for- ward keeping your wrist firm through impact using much the same moƟon you would in splashing some- one in the club pool. That will prevent you from over swinging and create a smoother, more compact moƟon use that moƟon to make a splash on the court! Now have fun on the courts! SomeƟmes it does not maƩer how you play, it is how you look on the court….So come into the tennis shop for the restocked for tennis, fitness, pool, beach and giŌ needs! We will be caring 50+UV ProtecƟon (the highest protecƟon available in apparel) We live in Florida and need to protect our skin! Looking forward to seeing you “ALL on the courts”

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At Your Service

KEVIN’S GOLF CART MAINTENANCE SERVICES Program І—$45.00 (should be done at least twice a year) • Water batteries, check and rotate. • Check and fill air pressure in tires. • Check wiring. • Check brakes and adjust as necessary. •

GUEST REGISTRATION You may register your guests online through the Frenchman’s Creek website and print guest passes in the convenience of your home. To access online, please perform the following steps: 1. Log onto the members’ website by going to: www.FrenchmansCreek.com. 2. Enter your username and password then click login. 3. Click option "Resources”, then on the left side second option is Guest Registration . 4. Click Guest Registration and fill in the necessary information

Check accessories and advise on any repairs that may be needed. Inspect for loose connections on batteries and terminals. Address any corrosion on battery tops.

TRANSPORTATION Around town? Book your private chauffeur to drive you and your guests to your desired destinations in the comfort of your own vehicle. Traveling? Add ease to your travel to and from airports or sea ports by having our drivers do the driving in the comfort of your own vehicle. To arrange your transportation, please contact the POA office at (561) 627-1467 during office hours. For after hours or weekends, please call Bilian directly at (561) 846-9987. Once your transportation is scheduled, you will receive a confirmation call the day before to let you know who will be picking you up. Please give at least 24 hours notice when booking your transportation.

individually for each guest. 5. When you hit the “Send

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Grease all fittings.

Inspect motor for loose connections.

Request” button, the system will allow you to print the pass at that time and will also e-mail it to the address on the form. The POA office will also receive a copy of the

Report to the member any future or present problems in need of further repair. Program II—$12.50 per month Kevin’s battery maintenance program is performed once a month in two parts which includes: 1. Check the water in the batteries, plug in cart and charge. 2. Unplug the charger from the wall and receptacle. Program III—$1,685.50 We also have a summer (June thru September) refurbishing program for your golf cart which includes a paint job, curtains, pin striping, lettering and seat covers for $1,685.50 plus tax—a savings of $200.00. Please call Kevin Walker to schedule your appointment at (561) 273-2667 or (561) 371-2933.

pass for tracking purposes. Unaccompanied guests must

present their passes upon arrival at the Beach Club or Fitness Center. Access to these facilities may be denied without a guest pass. Should you have any questions, please contact the POA Office at (561)-627-1467.

HURRICANE SHUTTERS Hurricane season begins June 1st and ends November 30th. Hurricane and storm shutters may be installed at the beginning of hurricane season but no earlier than June 1st and are required to be removed by November 30th. An application must be submitted to the Architectural Review Board prior to new shutter installation. Please refer to our Hurricane Shutter Policy in the ARB Manual. For assistance, please contact Kathy O’Brien at (561) 273-2616.

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A UTHORIZATION A GREEMENT FOR A UTOMATIC W ITHDRAWALS (ACH DEBITS)

F I N A N C E

Frenchman’s Creek is offering the service of automatic withdrawal through Bank of America. If you would like to have your monthly balance automatically withdrawn from a bank account that you specify, please complete the attached authorization form and submit it to the accounting office, along with a voided check from your account. The Automatic withdrawal will be done on the 25 th of every month. If the 25 th falls on a Saturday or Sunday then the funds will be deducted on the following Monday . To enjoy this convenient service, please email the information: bmukuka@Frenchmanscreek.com or call (561) 273 2622.

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Company Name: Frenchman’s Creek, Inc. Company Tax I.D. Number: 59-273-4365 I hereby authorize Frenchman’s Creek, to initiate debit entries (or credit entry to adjust any debit entry made in error) to my: (please select one) Checking Account or Savings Account

PLEASE SELECT ONE OF THE FOLLOWING

House Account:

; Dues & Assessment Account:

; Both:

Financial Institution:

Branch:

City:

State:

Zip:

Routing/Transfer Number:

Debiting Account:

********************************ATTACH VOIDED CHECK************************************* THIS WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION IS TO REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECTIVE UNTIL FRENCHMAN’S CREEK, INC. HAS RECEIVED WRITTEN NOTIFICATIONTO END ACH DEBIT.

Name: (Please Print)

Authorization Signature:

Date:

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