In what could turn out to be a war on "words" and signs is developing in Westchase, Fl. It would appear that a young soldiers wife is going through a slight dilemma. Stacey Kelly, wife of David Kelly who is serving in Iraq, has posted a "Support the Troops" sign outside their house in Westchase. However, according to the rules of the community signs posted out side the house are not allowed. Mrs. Kelly has been sent a letter from the homeowners association telling her that if it doesn't come down she could face a fine of $100 a day.
Although the sign has not been an issue for any of the neighbors and has not received any negative responses, the association still says that if the sign, though positive, isn't taken down it could draw negative signs to start sprouting up in other lawns from those that do not support the war or the troops. When Mrs. Kelly advised her husband of the situation, he explained that he would rather pay the fine than take it down.
Personally, I don't see the problem with the sign. But the homeowners association in various towns establish these rules for reasons. The primary reason is to maintain the appearance within the community. I agree with David Kelly regarding the paying of the fine and keeping the sign up. But I think that there is somewhat of a resolve to this problem. Since signs are not allowed outside the house, what would stop Stacey Kelly from placing the sign in one of her front windows. This would, as I understand it, be within the limits of the association.
However, other residents close to the Kelly home have stated that if there ever was a time to repeal a rule, this would be one of them. The homeowners association is schedule to meet today to decide the fate of the sign. If there is any way of contacting Mrs. Kelly I would suggest that if possible, all those who support her drop her an email and let her know that her display of support for our troops and her husband is wide spread.
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