Editor: It occurs to me that Leisure World could make a huge contribution to stemming global warming by having solar panels installed on our units. There are probably incentives provided through the Inflation Reduction Act that would make this both feasible and doable with great benefits accruing to our planet, GRF’s bottom line and savings to us as individual owners. I will be glad to help

Do you have an idea, question, comment or suggestion for the GRF Board of Directors? The GRF has several ways to connect with it. Residents can visit the website at lwsb.com, click “Contact” on the home page and select “GRF Board” from the drop-down menu under “Send To.” Write comments in the “How can we help you?” box and include your name, email and phone in the appropriate spaces.

THE PRESIDENTS’ COUNCIL Clubhouse 4 and Zoom Tele-Video Conference The regular monthly meeting of the Presidents’ Council of Leisure World Seal Beach was convened at 1:30 p.m. by President Carson on Wednesday, Oct. 2, in Clubhouse 4 and via Zoom televideo conference. The following is a recap: • Presidents’ Council meeting minutes of Sept. 4, 2024, were approved by the council to

As of Oct. 1, California drivers aged 70 and older can choose a new alternative to the knowledge test that is required to renew their driver’s license. Senior drivers can take a no-fail, self-paced e-learning course online instead of the knowledge exam at the DMV office. They can learn how to access the e-learning course by watching a step-by-step video at https://shorturl.at/82bj5 that explains

The GRF Transportation Department conducts monthly 1.5hour bus tours of Leisure World on the first Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m., for all LW residents. Stock Transfer can book tours when new buyers check in, or people can schedule one at https:// shorturl.at/JmUVe. For more information, contact Melissa Gomez at melissag@lwsb.com or 562-431-6586, ext. 2326, or Kathy Thayer at kathyt@lwsb.com or

California law requires the GRF Board to establish reasonable time limits for members to speak at meetings. (Civ. Code Sec. 4925(b).), and how the Board responds to questions or concerns; most often the Board is unable to respond (Civ. Code Sec. 4930.). Approximately one-fourth of the Board’s meeting, a maximum of 30 minutes, is reserved for member comments that are limited to three minutes

Tips for staying secure online Safeguarding personal financial data has never been more important. The following tips from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority can help people safeguard their privacy. • Opt out of sharing personal information with affiliates of a financial institution such as prescreened credit offers. • Beware of phishing scams such as emails that may come

On Oct. 7, the Registrar of Voters opened 123 ballot drop boxes throughout Orange County. They will remain open seven days a week through 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5. LW’s ballot box is located at the bus hub near the Amphitheater Building. In order to ensure each vote is included in the first Election Night results report,ballots should be marked at home and cast early in one of the following

Golden Rain Foundation committee and board meetings are open to LW residents. The following is a tentative schedule. Thurs., Oct. 10 Finance Committee Meeting Conference Room A...................10 a.m. Thurs., Oct. 10 Administration Committee Meeting Conference Room A....................1 p.m. Tues., Oct. 22 GRF Board Meeting Clubhouse 4................................10 a.m. Tues., Nov. 5

Mutual residents are invited to attend the open meetings of their Mutual boards. The following is a tentative schedule. Thurs., Oct. 10 Mutual 12 Conference Room B/Zoom..........9 a.m. Fri., Oct. 11 Mutual 3 Conference Room B/Zoom........9 a.m. Mon., Oct. 14 Mutual 9 Conference Room B/Zoom..........9 a.m. Tues., Oct. 15 Mutual 14 Conference Room B/Zoom..........1 p.m. Wed., Oct. 16 Mutual