Board | rv-hoa

Officers and Directors

President

Norman Runkles

My wife Sydney and I moved into Ranchero Village in Oct 2023. We will be full time residents and while we still have a few years to work we are looking forward to getting more involved which is why I'm interested in joining the HOA board.

I served several communities as a Volunteer Firefighter from 1978-2000. I worked at United Airlines from 1991-2008. While there I worked on the Ramp as a Lead and Supervisor. I worked closely with the IAM union. I currently work as the School Crossing Guard Coordinator for Clearwater Police Department. I also work closely with other local departments and the state to help keep the children safe as they travel to and from school each day.

In my free time I enjoy riding my Harley and camping in our RV.

Vice-President

Vinnie Amato

My name is Vincent Amato, I'm 67 years old. I was born in New Jersey. I spent 25 years in the automotive industry

I also had my own painting business. I lived in Tampa for about 4 years. I moved to Crystal, North Dakota, where I owned the corner bar, I also had a restaurant business in Hoople, the next town over from Crystal, where I started Vinnies Pizza and Pasta. While living in Crystal, I was a city councilman. I was then asked to run for The Mayor's position. I won. I ran a 2nd time and won by a flip of a coin.

Secretary

Carolyn Johnson

I am a recent transplant to Florida, moving here from Plymouth MI, and prior to that, a native southern Californian. I have five children, 16 grandchildren and as of today 5 Great-Grandchildren.

My education is multi-faceted; English, Art History, Finance, and Computer Science.

Finance/Accounting/Computer Science actually launched my 30 year career in the security industry. Went from a software support tech, to manager, to director within a five year span. In my retirement years, I want to contribute my skills to this wonderful community.

Treasurer

Doug Rafters

I have been a resident of Ranchero Village for 6 plus years, since 2018.I am the current Treasurer of the Entertainment Committee. I am in the Men's Club and volunteer to help in as many activities as I am able. (e.g., ladies Fashion Show,Thanksgiving Dinner). I play in our ShuffleBoard League.

I was a Toastmaster for 6 years, receiving Gold Status. I also was president, treasurer and on the developing membership committee.

I was a Shriner for 25 plus years. I joined the Klown Unit and was in Parades and on The Children's Hospital visits. I was the Treasurer for 6 years. I was the Boss Klown for 2 years (responsible for bookings and personnel activities). I was also the Unit President for 3 years.

Director

Dave Casady

Lot #365 purchased 02/04/2022. Snowbird from June to October.

Employment Record
High school graduate in 1975. Worked with ABC Chemical after graduation, as Batch Mixer,
dealing with acids, caustics and industrial strength cleaning solutions (1 year)
One year working on Chrysler assembly line, before enlisting in U.S Navy.
1977 – 1997 U.S. Navy Mechanical Engineer.

Propulsion Engineer, working with all aspects of steam powered machinery, and

associated systems (fuel, water, lubrication piping systems)

Auxiliary Engineer, working with A/C & hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems,

laundry / galley equipment, cryogenics

Instructor. Trained new recruits all Naval engineering systems, including theory,

design, operation, maintenance, and repairs of systems.
Updated and developed curriculum for newer systems that have been installed on
new naval ship designed

Retired as Auxiliaries Division Supervisor

1998 – 2000 Dowell Schlumberger Field Service Tech

Responsible for operation, and maintenance / repair of Semi-trailer mounted diesel

driven, oil field machinery. Serviced oil / gas wells by Fracing and forced injection
methods.

2000 – 2019 MRCC Local 687 (Detroit) Journeyman Carpenter

Concrete form carpenter - building bridges and commercial buildings foundations

throughout Michigan.

Commercial remodel – traveled around country coordinating upgrades and

remodels of Brick & Mortar stores.

Exhibit Installation – installed / modified shop-built exhibits at North American

International Auto Show, in Detroit Convention Center.
Booth installation supervisor last 6 years

Retired 2019

STRENGTHS

EAGLE SCOUT

Achieved Boy Scouts of America Eagle rank at age 13. Taught me to set my sights high.

COORDINATOR

Assigned ship’s crew / Japanese Naval Yard workers job coordinator during ships one

year drydock, ensuring ships upgrade projects were done on time, and on budget,
including conducting project inspections, and reporting.

Assigned Carrier engineering parts manager, ordering maintenance / repair parts,

establishing inventory, and distribution of parts. Developed a records log for $3
million annual budget

Sent to various Brick & Mortar stores to hire local trades (electrical / plumbing /

carpenters), manage the project, and close out the contract.

PEOPLE PERSON
COMMUNITY INVOLVED

Shuffle Board League member
Men’s Club Member
Life Member VFW Post 7938
Murder Mystery Theatre thespian
Part of Corral Pool Bobbers club
2nd year involved in Golf Cart Parade

Optimistic about the future of Ranchero. I would like to continue building a strong, friendly
relationship with Legacy to make all our lives easier. Its why we’re all here, isn’t it?

Director

Sydney Runkles

I’m Sydney, a true native Floridian, and have only lived in 2 counties in my life; Orange County and Pinellas County. Norm and I moved to Ranchero in 2023 to settle in our final home as we approach retirement. I am a Clinical Laboratory Scientist and have been with my current company for 35 years. Outside of work we are active in many activities and non-profit groups. As a board member, I hope to help form a more unified culture for all residents within our community.

Director

Bev Thoreson

I lived the first 50 years of my life in Sioux City, Iowa. I got married early and had 2 daughters. Since I had the privilege to be a stay-at-home mom, I became a girl scout leader for my daughter’s troop.

My husband started his own pest control business. He did the sales and service work while I took care of the bookkeeping and office. When we first started the business there weren’t any personal computers, and keeping track of the sales and sales taxes for the 3 states we did business in was a challenge. It kept me busy for hours on the ledger sheets making certain everything balanced. It was a great day when we got a personal computer, and I was able to use it to keep everything straight. I also took care of the payroll, ordered office supplies and answered the phones.

My life changed and I moved to NW Arkansas and got a job at Tyson Foods. Started out with data entry, then payroll and on to accounts receivable and specialized payments. I was there for 7 years before moving to Florida.

I got a job at Airgas in the accounting department processing payments, billing customers and account resolution. I retired Jan 2020. I was looking forward to becoming involved with the park activities but as we all know Covid became an issue and all park activities got put on hold.

I did become the secretary for the HOA before the shut-down. I served for 2 terms and ended my position in 2023. I have knowledge that will be of assistance to this current board.