I recently read about a visitor using the Lifestyle Preview Plan in The Villages who was stunned at how easy it was to walk into resident-only pools no ID checks or anything. As a non-resident, she could access amenities with zero hassle, and even admitted it didn’t feel very secure. Residents have voiced this concern for years, and now it looks like officials might finally act.
There’s talk of installing a SunPass-style entry system to control access to pools, pickleball courts, and more. Honestly, for a community that prides itself on exclusivity and safety, this seems long overdue. Anyone here living in The Villages how do you feel about this? Would tech-based access be a welcome change or just more hassle?

