By John Forier, owner Paradise Lakes Resort
Special to Pasco Naturally
on July 23 2007

I would like to clarify Paradise Lakes Resort's new definition of clothing-optional resort: Paradise's number one priority is the comfort and enjoyment of our couples and single women, who are members of our club. There is always an abundance of single men who would like to be members, so our private club can pick and choose the ones that "fit in". What we plan to do when a single male, or a married male not generally visiting with his wife, but she has knowledge of his membership, wants to become a member, they may do so by paying the membership fee. They will then be on probation. If the staff does not feel they are a social nudist within three to seven days (this is not just in the pools) they will have their membership revoked, and after day fees are deducted, given a refund.

Clothing optional to a social nudist should mean putting on clothes when its too cold or similar reasons. This is NOT to say that a woman not yet comfortable with taking off the bottom part of her bathing suit would be asked to leave. Sexy clothing in the nightclub is also fine.

We plan on weeding out men who, fully clothed, watch and stare at others or who follow couples from pool to pool causing a feeling of discomfort or annoyance to the couple or single woman.

We have also told our entertainers they are here to entertain our members not their non-nudist following who will not be admitted.

In short we want a relaxed, comfortable environment for all our members.

Editor's note: Exceptions for medical reasons will be made at the sole discretion of management.
#1 Rule: When John Forier, the owner of Paradise Lakes, is naked - he's off duty. When fully clothed he is on duty. Shorts only, maybe he's working, maybe not. And when John is wearing a shirt only - he's dancing - leave him alone! Although John welcomes input, let's all give him the time and space needed to accomplish his goals in the preservation of this wonderful resort.

Immediate changes

* Offering nine 5% partnerships with Paradise Lakes
* Gym and new apartments on the north end on hold
* A bocce court
* Rule changes include Paradise Lakes redefining the term clothing optional
* People attending dances clothed will be observed by staff more closely to see they fit in
* Security stricter with a zero tolerance for watchers, making the club more couples friendly
* Security around the pool will be tightened, discouraging any inappropriate behavior
* The singles ratio of male to female regulated by attitudes and how people handle themselves
* Linen tablecloths and napkins, uniforms for restaurant staff
* Uniforms and dress codes for other employees
* Lakeside gatehouse manned and stocked with refreshments including snacks and liquor
* Spa will again have two locations
* Lakeside to be a clubhouse with tables and chairs
* Help from all five condominium associations to return to original plan of all residents being members of the club
* Paradise Lakes R.V. for sale
* Several types of club passes and trade-offs on memberships to talented people who offer services to Paradise Lakes

Mid-term changes

* A survey to determine desires of membership including front exterior wall sign which currently reads Paradise Lakes Clothing Optional Resort
* Repair of Lakeside deck and north end conversation pool
* Additional "A player" water volleyball pool built next to existing experts pool

Long-term changes

* Rebuild Latitudes club vertically, offering two restaurants; one high-end

Unchanged

* Reduced membership rate special through end of July 2007
* Resident discounts continue
* Existing water volleyball pool to remain an "expert player" pool catering to AA and AAA players
* Bubble bath parties
* Music to remain approximately the same
* Aerobics and yoga classes at Lakeside

Ongoing changes

* Volunteers to help in revitalization project