Ivan for LVW BOT

LVW BOT ELECTION BALLOTS ARE OUT! This is your chance to have YOUR voice heard and to participate directly in the decision-making process. Please make sure to vote!

A THOUGHT: Those of you who know me (or who have taken the time to get to know me) know that I care deeply about everyone in the Village: supporters and detractors alike. That is one reason why I’m a candidate for the BOT. We may agree or disagree, have diverse backgrounds, and approach things differently – all of which is fine. But it's also important to remember that, when all is said and done, we are neighbors and fellow residents, and as a result, each one of us is an important part of the large “quilt” that makes up this Village. To that end, I ask ALL SIDES going forward to make a concerted effort to keep our interactions, especially on social media, positive and constructive, to avoid the perpetuation of rumor, false information, and propaganda, and to generally “turn down the volume.” If you want to respond to a negative post, feel free to do so, but please be polite, issue-focused, and open minded. This way, we really will make a difference!

WE'RE READY TO TAKE THIS CAMPAIGN TO THE NEXT LEVEL! As of Monday, July 17, you'll be able to post campaign signs for the LVW BOT election!! Your participation and dedication is vital for OUR success. I can't get from A to B without you. Please help me achieve success in this crucial BOT election posting a campaign sign.
I will deliver a free campaign sign beginning on Sunday evening (July 16) and thereafter to anyone who registers for one on my website (https://phoebbufet.wixsite.com/ivan-for-lvw-bot/get-involved; once on the site, simply check the box for "Deliver/Post Campaign Sign," fill out the form with your name, address, email, phone and a comment, and then click on the blue "Submit" button). If you are unable to request one on the website, please call me at (646) 694-1120 or send an email to me at [email protected].

SATURDAY POP-UP MEET & GREET!!! REMINDER: POP-UP MEET & GREET TODAY, SATURDAY, JULY 15!!! Willow Hall: Ceramics Room, 2pm - 2:45 pm / Encore: Quilting/Stained Glass Room, 3pm to 3:45 pm.
All pop-up Meet & Greets will be held in the Ceramic Room at Willow from 2pm – 2:45 pm, and in the Quilting/Stained Glass Room at Encore from 3pm to 3:45 pm, EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY, from THROUGH AUGUST 29, unless otherwise noted (see Exceptions, below), and on the following SATURDAYS: JULY 15, JULY 29, AND AUGUST 19.
EXCEPTIONS:
• MEET & GREET on AUGUST 3 at Willow Hall will be held in the AB Room (instead of in the Ceramics Room).
• NO MEET & GREET on AUGUST 10
* All of the above Meet & Greets have been scheduled with and cleared by Mary Lighthipe, LVW Recreation Dept.

Drop on by tonight (Friday) for LVW's FIRST OFFICIAL MEET & GREET, 7pm - 9pm in Willow Hall. I look forward to welcoming you, getting to know each other, and discussing the issues and concerns that matter to YOU. While you're there, pick up a FREE CAR BUMPER MAGNET with my campaign logo to show everyone who you support! Supplies are limited.

CAMPAIGN RALLY TICKEST STILL AVAILABLE BUT GOING FAST! If you, a friend, or anyone interested in attending my campaign rally want tickets, they can be reserved at https://buytickets.at/ivanforlvwbot2023/954356. ONCE ON THE TICKET SITE, MAKE SURE TO CLICK ON THE LINK IN THE BLUE BOX ON THE RIGHT TO BEGIN THE RESERVATION PROCESS. Tickets are FREE but you must reserve one in advance.

LET'S GET THE PARTY STARTED! Following up LVW's 1st official Meet & Greet on Friday, Ivan will be hosting an old-fashioned campaign rally in support of his 2023 LVW BOT campaign!

Date: Saturday, July 8

Time: 5pm to 8pm

Location: Home of Shoshana Bronner, 1057B Buckingham Dr., LVW

Come out to show your support, discuss issues that matter to you, ask questions, and meet fellow residents. Featuring free food, drinks, and fun (if rain, then refreshments only). Outdoor event, unless rain. Tickets are required but they're free of charge. Limited tickets, seating, and space available.
Reserve your ticket now:

Reserve tickets for Ivan's LVW BOT 2023 Campaign Rally! – Ivan for LVW BOT 2023 Campaign Rally! – Shoshana Bronner, 1057B Buckingham Dr. LET'S GET THE PARTY STARTED! Following up LVW's 1st official Meet & Greet on Friday, Ivan will be hosting an old-fashioned ...

MEET & GREET REMINDER: TODAY, 2 pm to 2:45 pm in the Ceramic Room at Willow, then 3 pm to 3:45 pm in the Quilting/Stained Glass Room at Encore.

We all want and deserve to live fully in this wonderful community. Together we can make it possible. Let me be your voice and together we can get the job done. It is teamwork. Come and tell me your concerns and help me help me achieve the change you want.

If you haven't had the opportunity to check out my website, I invite you to do so! You'll find additional information about me and my campaign, how to get involved, news, testimonials, contact info, and more! I'm also running 22 Meet & Greets (including the 2 official ones hosted bt LVW) through August 29 where you can meet me in person and ask questions. Also, feel free to drop by any of our clubhouses and pick up one of my campaign flyers. Whatever way you choose, I look forward to hearing what YOU have to say! Https://phoebbufet.wixsite.com/ivan-for-lvw-bot

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Jam packed house at Encore for the Friends of Latin American group! What a great time and lots of unity! The fun never stopped!

Let's make tomorrow's Friends of Latin America group event the best ever! Looking forward to uniting together with our wonderful residents and enjoying the spirit, love, food, culture, Guacamole soap opera, and festivities!

MEET & GREET REMINDER: TODAY, 2 pm to 2:45 pm in the Ceramic Room at Willow, then 3 pm to 3:45 pm in the Quilting/Stained Glass Room at Encore.

We all want and deserve to live fully in this wonderful community. Together we can make it possible. Let me be your voice and together we can get the job done. It is teamwork. Come and tell me your concerns and help me help me achieve the change you want.

BIG NEWS! I am pleased to announce my POP-UP MEET & GREET SCHEDULE, featuring me, Mark Kasiewniak, and/or others! Come out and get to know us, ask questions, or just shmooze. Hope to see you there!

All Meet & Greets will be held in the Ceramic Room at Willow from 2pm – 2:45 pm, and in the Quilting/Stained Glass Room at Encore from 3pm to 3:45 pm, EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY, from JUNE 27 THROUGH AUGUST 29, unless otherwise noted (see Exceptions, below), and on the following SATURDAYS: JUNE 24, JULY 15, JULY 29, AND AUGUST 9.

EXCEPTIONS:
• NO MEET & GREET on JULY 4 and AUGUST 10
• July 6 and August 3: AB ROOM at Willow (instead of the Ceramic Room).

* All of the above Meet & Greets have been scheduled with and cleared by Mary Lighthipe, LVW Recreation Dept.

I hope to see all my fellow Boomers at the "Crazy Hat Night" event this evening, scheduled for 6:30pm at Willow. I'll be wearing one myself! If I don't get a chance to say hello, feel free to drop by!

I'm happy to announce that I and Mark Kasiewniak will be hosting a joint, impromptu Meet & Greet today at Willow at 2pm, and at Encore at 3pm. Hope to see you there!

The LVW Italian American Club's Karaoke night was a big hit! We had a blast singing and dancing to the tunes, and I even sang one myself. It was great to meet some new friends and spend time with our wonderful residents! https://fb.watch/li_O-hdCwv/?mibextid=Nif5oz

It has come to my attention that there is a rumor floating around that, presumably because I am Jewish and have a Jewish education (at least, in part), I am pushing to bring Hasidic Jews into LVW. I'm not sure who started this rumor, but it is PATENTLY ANTISEMITIC AND FALSE, and a SORRY ATTEMPT TO SPREAD MISINFORMATION, FEAR, and to DELEGITIMIZE ME. Having said that, it does not surprise me that some people in the village would peddle such propaganda. The silver lining to this is that I believe that the vast majority of our wonderful residents are too intelligent to believe this garbage. Also, if the opposition needs to resort to such tactics, they are truly concerned I may win and don't have anything with any substance against me. In any event, I call on all rational people in the village to condemn this rumor in the strongest possible terms.

My candidacy is focused on YOU! I want to hear your concerns, comments, ideas, and suggestions about the issues in our village YOU consider important and that need to be addressed. YOU MATTER, so please take a moment to share your thoughts by posting a comment. Your participation will help make a difference!

Ivan for LVW BOT is now on WhatsApp.

Come out and join me at the Bocce Club picnic outside the Encore clubhouse! No tickets required unless you want food. Great music, great weather, and a great opportunity to spend quality time with family, friends, neighbors, and fellow residents!

I had a great time appearing as a guest panelist on last Tuesday's episode of Ricardo Garcia's We Are One "The Round Table". I offered my perspective on several interesting topics and the audience participation was fabulous! The bagels were great, too! Thanks to Ricardo, Yolanda, the panelists, and the audience, all of whom made the experience special.

ABOUT ME - FOCUSED ON YOU!

I’m Ivan Gilbert and I'm excited to run for a position on LVW’s Board of Trustees!

For those of you who don’t know me, I’ve lived in our outstanding village for the past 4 years, together with my wife, Bella. We are active in LVW’s clubs and activities. We dance (or try to!) at the monthly LVW Dance Club events, and frequently attend events at the Italian American Social Club, Irish American Club, Jewish American Club, and the Friends of Latin America Group. We also enjoy playing dominos every Wednesday. Additionally, I served as a member on LVW’s ad hoc Technology committee.

I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Talmud (Jewish Law) from the Jewish Theological Seminary of America (Conservative) and a Juris Doctor degree from Concord Law School. I've also attended Columbia University of the City of New York where I majored in History, and The Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

My career has centered on serving others. I'm an attorney and have served previously as a paralegal and an educator. I've also founded and led several companies, served on the boards of several distinguished charitable organizations, conducted educational seminars throughout the world, frequently served as a guest judge at an annual Moot Court competition hosted by New York University, and as a guest speaker at law schools and businesses throughout the United States. Throughout my career, I've held leadership roles in which I've learned to listen to, and interact with, varied audiences including partners, shareholders, contractors, vendors, students, governmental personnel, and legislators. During these interactions, I was able to help others, experience and consider multiple points of view, and to foster consensus through negotiation and compromise.

As much as I love and cherish our beautiful community, I, like many of my fellow residents, believe that during the last 2 years the BOT has taken us in the wrong direction. Consequently, I believe we need new leadership, with trustees who have the courage, temerity, and fortitude to promote new, fresh, innovative ideas that benefit all who live here. I also believe that because the current BOT is rarely responsive to our concerns, many of us feel we don’t have a voice.

I’M DIFFERENT. I’m not like most of the current trustees. I’m also not a BOT "clone" who will continue to maintain the status quo. I’m running as an outsider who can facilitate the change we need, and as a friend who isn’t afraid to buck conformity when necessary, advocate for our residents, and ensure that our voices are heard. I seek to return fiscal responsibility, transparency, and integrity to the BOT, and substantially change how our community is governed and its interaction with its members. In short, I want to put the focus back on YOU.

That’s why I’ll be proud to pursue the following goals if elected:

• Improving and maintaining our infrastructure and amenities.
• Preserving our personal financial assets by creating an exception to the by-laws’ condominium unit Title Transfer Fee (currently $2,150) for residents who transfer ownership of their unit to an irrevocable trust and then continue to reside in the unit.
• Creating a mechanism to monitor contracts to prevent abusive practices, conflicts of interest, and to ensure that any work performed is safe, necessary, satisfactory, and within budgetary parameters.
• Instituting an asset management and control system to track asset usage and location, increase longevity, enhance security, and eliminate waste.
• Designating an independent Compliance Officer to establish an internal compliance program onsite, and monitor and enforce both internal policies and procedures, as well as compliance with federal and state laws, on a routine basis.
• Performing a top-to-bottom review of how the BOT "conducts business" vis-a-vis its members, including processes, procedures, governing documents, and management culture.
• Resisting the status quo, when necessary, by engaging in spirited debate and providing opposing views and alternative perspectives.
• Focusing on YOU by honestly and sincerely listening to you, taking your suggestions, concerns, ideas, and criticisms to heart, and keeping an open mind.

LET'S MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

On my website, https://phoebbufet.wixsite.com/ivan-for-lvw-bot, you can find a wealth of information about me and my campaign, stay up-to-date with my news feed, join my e-mail list, get involved, and even submit an endorsement! Check it out today!

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Apparently, the title transfer fee I referenced in my flyer/website increased from $1,850 to $2,150 last year! I revised both, so if you have an old flyer, please disregard. That said, how much the more so should the BOT create an exception!

I am pleased to announce that today I have launched my campaign for LVW BOT! I eagerly look forward to an exciting and spirited election season, meeting and discussing the issues with our members, and ensuring that your voice is heard. I hope I have your support. Please see my website at http://phoebbufet.wixsite.com/ivan-for-lvw-bot for more information about me, my campaign, and how you can get involved. Let’s go out and MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

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