THE BRIGHT SIDE
Symphony Bay is coming at the Lake Geneva community again.
The intent of Symphony Bay to expand its holdings supports its success to date. There is a huge market for relatively small homes that are situated in a neighborhood of convenience and ambiance. Brian Pollard has proven what he set out to prove years ago. Now, with the reinstatement of impact fees, the continued expansion into what’s currently Bloomfield property must be re-evaluated. Not only is there a lot of money to be put on the table for either Lake Geneva (if the property is annexed) or Bloomfield, but there’s also the police and fire situation where the departments support one another and share that expense.
Finally, the matter of sewer and water connections and service has to be addressed. Space between the homes, as well as the number allowed on the property developed, will become issues as time goes by and the new administration in Lake Geneva is going to have to deal with all of that, and more. Pollard is a good man although the Geneva Shore Report has not supported some of what he’s done. He was right about his ‘keyhole’ idea of having the elderly community he markets towards not use the beach house or boat opportunities that the development provides. They are simply not that kind of client or owner.
That means that Geneva Lake waters have not been unduly impacted so far, and neither has the traffic mess result the GSR staff predicted would take place ever taken place. This new phase eight development is going to be interesting to follow and report on as it begins the planning state this summer.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month.
This ‘awareness week’ falls on the 13th through the 19th of the month. May is a time to raise awareness of and reduce the stigma surrounding behavioral health issues, as well as highlight the ways in which mental illness and addiction can affect all of us – patients, providers, families, and our society at large. Mental Health Awareness Month began in the United States in 1949 and was started by Mental Health America and is observed with media, local events, and film screenings.
The purpose of Mental Health Awareness Month is to raise awareness and educate the public about mental illnesses, such as the 18.1% of Americans who suffer from depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder; the realities of living with these conditions; and strategies for attaining mental health and wellness.
The Where to Start theme was chosen for 2024, with the goal “For anyone struggling with the pressure of today’s world, feeling alone, or wondering if they can feel better, this is Where to Start.” This theme encourages individuals to foster open dialogues, cultivating empathy and understanding. This campaign also champions the importance of destigmatizing mental health by normalizing the practice of taking moments to prioritize mental health care without guilt or shame. Mental Health America is not the only organization to run campaigns throughout May. The theme this year for Mental Health Awareness Week is “Movement: Moving more for mental health”. Many other similar organizations choose to host awareness observances that coincide with Mental Health Awareness Month.
National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day is one such campaign. One in five adults live with a mental illness and together we can stop the stigma that comes with that. Throughout Mental Health Month you’re encouraged to wear green to combat bias and discrimination. In the 1800s, the color green was used to brand people who were labeled “insane.” The children’s mental health community decided to continue using the color green but with a completely different focus. Green signifies new life, new growth, and new beginnings. Light Up Green is part of the Mental Health Month campaign, in which buildings and structures across the U.S. are asked to light up green along with homeowners. You can also participate by sharing with us on social media why or how you are taking moments to prioritize your mental health. Please use the hashtag #TakeAMentalHealthMoment in your posts.
