Many times we are faced with this question in our daily lives. Sometimes the answer is clear, sometimes not so clear, and sometimes we just don't care because we have an emotional response to consider.
Take purchasing a home for example. When looking for a new home, many factors figure into the purchase, some of the costs associated with this purchase are clear, but we most surely have to make some compromises until we satisfy our emotional side and we are comfortable with our decision. This is just human nature. That is why we all have different styles and types of houses in widely varied locations. Now take that diversity, put it into a community and try to get agreement. It is much more difficult now to reach a comfortable decision.
So when it comes to capital improvements here in Lake Tansi, many factors are considered for each decision. Some are easy, like which bank will be used for short term investment. Others become more difficult, like determining which project has the highest priority based on getting the most benefit for members for the money invested.
We do not always get a monetary return on money we invest. Sometimes the return is less tangible but no less satisfying. For example, if we invest in a big-screen plasma television, our return on this investment is years of entertainment, not capital appreciation. Real estate and banking investments usually return more than our initial investment, but these investments are certainly not guaranteed.
My point is, that when the POA makes expenditures, we are investing in the future of the POA membership. Some of these "improvements" are not viewed as necessary by some members but are fully embraced by other members. When we add fish to the lake, members who fish think this is great while those who do not fish think it is a waste of money. The same is true of improvements to the golf course. Some of our improvements, like the new cottages, actually return the money invested plus more, while some investments return only pleasure, entertainment and that good feeling we get living in our community.
Your investment in Lake Tansi Village cannot always be measured solely in dollars. So when someone asks, "What do I get for my money?" Entertainment, security, improved equity in my property, satisfying entertainment. The list is endless. As our community grows, the diversity of our investments must respond.
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Applications sought for veterans markers
On July 4, 2001 Brigadier General Michael N. Farage, USAF, dedicated Veteran’s Memorial Park in Lake Tansi to our military veterans.
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Long-time resident Carr passes away
Marie Carr, 93, passed away peacefully at home May 3, 2012. She resided in Shady Shores, TX, with her daughter and son-in-law, Janet and Steve Miller. A memorial service will be held at Crossville First United Methodist Church on Saturday, June 23, at 2 p.m.
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Rolling out the "Welcome Matt"
Who says you can’t get old dogs to try new tricks. When I sat down at the PC to begin working on this, something told me to try a new approach. You’re going to have to work for this article.
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Exchange Club tourney comes down to scorecard playoff
The Lake Tansi Exchange Club hosted their annual tournament May 5 at the Lake Tansi Golf Course. Thirty-two teams enjoyed nice weather and good good to raise money for the Exchange Club's charities.
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Memorial Day ceremony set
The Cumberland County Veterans Council will sponsor a Memorial Day Ceremony May 28 at the Cumberland County Veterans Memorial Park. The ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. with the Cumberland County Band performing, flag/colors presentation, an incredible singer, guest speakers and a special key-note speaker.
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TSUD looking for volunteers
The Tansi Sewer Utility District is looking for 4 to 6 volunteers who would be interested in serving as a commissioner on their board of directors. Once appointed they would be expected to attend a monthly Board Meeting and any Special Board Meetings that might be called.
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City completes Lake Tansi water harvesting project
The city of Crossville has completed its Lake Tansi Water Harvesting project, which began early in 2010.
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United Fund reaches fund raising goal
McKinley Tabor, president and campaign chairperson, proudly announces the United Fund of Cumberland County has now reached the 2012 funding goal of $345,000.
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Incentive offered to watch Women's Open tourney
The City of Crossville and the Tennessee Golf Association would like to announce a special incentive to this year’s 2012 Golf Capital Tennessee Women’s Open Golf Tournament.
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CMC welcomes director of Cancer Center
For Jordan Johnson, new director of the Cumberland Medical Center Regional Cancer Center, fighting cancer is more than a job — it's a calling. As he was beginning his training, his parents were diagnosed with cancer and he treated them both.
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