Month: December 2025

On December 7 the entire Board of Directors signed onto a letter which an AI analysis found to have a high degree of rhetorical patterns that align with narcissistic tendencies. Where’s the neighborliness?

Here’s what the AI analysis said after looking at the December 7 communication:

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Key Narcissistic Characteristics in the December 7 Letter

1. Discrediting Opponents

• The letter repeatedly labels dissenting voices (“Friends of Windermere” and Joe Gimenez) as spreading “blatant disinformation” and “purposeful lies.”
• This framing positions the Board as the sole source of truth, while portraying critics as malicious or deceptive.
• Narcissistic communication often relies on polarization: “we are right, they are wrong.”

2. Claiming Exclusive Authority

• The Board emphasizes that only their mailings are legitimate: “the only mailings the WOWSC Board has sent…”
• This asserts control over the narrative and delegitimizes any alternative communication channels.
• Narcissistic leaders often insist they alone are the valid authority.

3. Projection & Hypocrisy Accusations

• The letter accuses Joe Gimenez of hypocrisy for past discussions with Lake Travis Estates.
• Projection is a common narcissistic tactic: accusing others of the very behaviors the speaker may be criticized for.

4. Catastrophizing & Fear Appeals

• Infrastructure is described as “deeply alarming” with vivid imagery (e.g., “an old microwave… used as a makeshift weather cover”).
• The narrative suggests dire consequences if members don’t support the Board’s preferred sale.
• Narcissistic rhetoric often uses fear and urgency to push compliance.

5. Dismissal of Opposition

• The letter states: “These statements are not mistakes, they are deliberate lies designed to mislead you.”
• This denies the possibility of good-faith disagreement, framing opponents as intentionally harmful.
• Narcissistic communication tends to invalidate dissent rather than engage with it.

6. Self-Image as Protector

• The Board positions itself as the guardian of truth: “Our goal is the opposite — to provide you with facts so you can make a decision based on reality.”
• This portrays them as benevolent protectors against chaos, a hallmark of narcissistic self-presentation.

Overall Patterns

• Control of narrative: Only the Board’s communications are legitimate.
• Vilification of critics: Opponents are framed as liars and manipulators.
• Fear-based persuasion: Infrastructure failures and financial burdens are emphasized to compel agreement.
• Self-aggrandizement: The Board casts itself as rational, factual, and protective.

Balanced Note

While these rhetorical strategies align with narcissistic traits, they can also appear in crisis communications where leaders feel under attack and want to rally support. The difference lies in whether the communication style is situational (defensive in a high-stakes vote) or habitual (a consistent pattern of discrediting, controlling, and self-aggrandizing).

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The Windermere Oaks Water Supply Corporation (WOWSC) board has repeatedly promoted the idea that if we sell the neighborhood non-profit corporation to a for-profit private equity-backed venture, each property owner could expect a refund check in the range of $3,000–$4,600 per property.

At first glance, this sounds great, but it is misleading.

In fact, many members may not receive anywhere near that amount—and some may receive nothing at all per some research that is being shown here on the Friends of Windermere site.

According to records highlighted by Friends of Windermere, the equity buy-in fees that determine refund eligibility vary dramatically depending on when a property was built and connected:

• Prior to October 1, 2001: Equity Buy-In = $0 (no refund at all)
• October 1, 2001 – July 31, 2005: Equity Buy-In = $1,000
• August 1, 2005 – (exact date under review): Equity Buy-In = $4,000
• Current rate: Equity Buy-In = $4,600
• (The exact dates are being researched and this post will be updated accordingly)

This means that as many as half of Windermere residents and hangar owners could receive far less than the advertised payout. Those whose homes or hangars were built before 2001 would not qualify for any refund, despite being told otherwise.

The Unanswered Question: Where Would the Extra Money Go?

If not every member is entitled to the full $3,000–$4,600, then what happens to the remainder of the sale proceeds? The board has not explained how funds will be distributed or where excess money will be directed. Without transparency, residents are left wondering whether unallocated funds will be absorbed into WOWSC operations, redirected to projects, or otherwise withheld from the community.

This lack of clarity raises serious concerns about fairness and accountability. The board should provide a detailed breakdown of how much each member will receive, property by property, and explain exactly where any surplus funds will go.

Why This Matters

For many families and hangar owners, the difference between a promised $4,600 and an actual payout of $0 or $1,000 is significant. Beyond the financial impact, the issue strikes at the heart of trust between the WOWSC board and the community. When promises are made, they must be backed by facts

Call to Action

The residents of Windermere Oaks deserve straight answers. The WOWSC board should:

• Publish a clear schedule of refunds showing exactly what each property owner will receive.
• Explain the disposition of excess funds not distributed to members.
• Stop using inflated refund promises as a selling point without acknowledging the reality of who qualifies.
• Vote “NO” to hit pause on this sale. The Board should answer these questions before transferring the gem of a water company out of the hands of neighborhood control. If they are not able to answer these questions, and negotiate a great deal, the Board should step aside for another Board to do so.

Until these questions are answered, the advertised payout of $3,000–$4,600 per property remains misleading. Transparency is not optional—it is the board’s responsibility to the community it serves.

Sources: Friends of Windermere analysis of WOWSC board communications friendsofwindermere.com

The Central States Water Resources Company attempting to buy the Windermere Oaks Water Supply Corporation is backed by private equity interests in New York. They said so at the Town Hall in October.

Private equity firms exist for one reason: to extract money to benefit them. They will be extracting money from this region, paying only a pittance of what WOWSC is really worth.

Private equity firms are increasingly being called out as bad actors in communities across the country, particularly as they go about entering unincorporated areas, like Spicewood, and building data centers, bitcoin mining, and manufacturing.

Part of Windermere’s sale to CSWR would transfer 40 acres east of Exeter to the private equity locusts. They are likely, over time, to transform that land, to a regional water and wastewater processing facility that could service Ridge Harbor, Thomas Ranch and anything that develops west of the donkey farm. There are 250 acres for sale over there. At one time those were going to be 100-200 homes on 1-acre plots. The developer Amir Hirani gave up on that plan when the home market changed in late 2022 and now is selling — to anyone, including private equity locusts.

There is nothing preventing Big-tech firms from buying that land and building data centers or bitcoin mining. They would love to buy processed water from a regional water supplier and CSWR will be happy to sell it to them. Here is what CSWR or any buyer of WOWSC could do with that land, to build the infrastructure needed to supply those firms with water:

If you need more background on how private equity firms are ruining other communities, please look at videos posted below. It’s happening all over. It can happen here. Our WOWSC Board is supporting the potential decimation of your home values if it happens.

All the Board would have to do is put a restriction on what can be done with that land as a condition of sale. They haven’t, but they should. And that is a reason to vote “NO” until they do.

These videos document how profit‑driven investment often leaves long‑term costs for local residents.

Videos about Private Equity, Data Centers, Bitcoin Miners and Water

How Private Equity Consumed America

Blackrock Buying Electricity Plant in Minnesota for AI Data Center

Water, Noise and Energy Consumption by AI Data Centers

Water Usage in Georgia for Data Centers

Noise in Granbury TX from Bitcoin Miner + Water Usage

Why Windermere Oaks Residents Should Care

Across these industries, the playbook is the same:

• Acquire local assets using outside capital.
• Build infrastructure quickly and with disregard for community concerns.
• Leave communities with environmental damage, lost jobs, or weakened infrastructure.

For Spicewood, where our water supply is already threatened by evermore “straws” in Lake Travis, the risks are clear. If firms like Central States Water Resources (CSWR) enter the picture, we could face large-scale, quick build-out with little input, affecting our home values.

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Bottom line: Private equity’s track record shows a consistent disregard for community well‑being. Windermere Oaks must learn from these examples and guard against similar exploitation here at home.

VOTE NO TO PAUSE THE SALE TO DISCUSS THESE MATTERS FURTHER!

As a member of the Windermere Oaks Water Supply Corporation (WOWSC), I recently filed two formal complaints with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC). These filings are about protecting the integrity of how our water company is managed and ensuring compliance with state law.

The First Complaint: Record Retention Failures

WOWSC has a duty to maintain corporate records in accordance with its own policies and state requirements. When records are not properly retained, members lose transparency into decisions that affect rates, governance, and the future of our utility. My first filing highlights instances where WOWSC failed to follow its Record Retention Policy, raising concerns about accountability and compliance. You can download the filing here.

The Second Complaint: Improper Disclosure of Customer Information

Texas Utilities Code §182.052 prohibits utilities from disclosing customer personal information, including email addresses. Despite this clear law, WOWSC communications have been sent from personal email accounts rather than through the corporation’s secure, contracted system. This practice risks exposing member data outside authorized channels and undermines trust in official communications. My complaint asks the Commission to require WOWSC to use only secure, auditable systems for member outreach. You can download the filing here.

Why This Matters

These issues go to the heart of how a public utility should operate:

• Transparency: Members deserve confidence that records are preserved and accessible.
• Security: Customer information must be safeguarded, not exported to personal accounts.
• Integrity: Official communications should come from corporate-controlled systems, not private inboxes.

When these standards are ignored, the risk is eroding member trust and weakening oversight of a system that provides essential services to our community.

My Request to the PUC

Through these filings, I am asking the Commission to:

• Enforce compliance with record retention policies.
• Prohibit the use of personal email accounts for member communications.
• Require WOWSC to certify that customer information is stored and used only within secure systems.
• Investigate whether customer data has been improperly disclosed.

Looking Ahead

Our water system is facing serious challenges, from infrastructure needs to regulatory oversight. Integrity in administration is the foundation for solving those challenges. By filing these complaints, my goal is simple: to ensure WOWSC operates with transparency, accountability, and respect for the law—so that members can trust the decisions being made on their behalf.

Several Windermere Oaks Water Supply Corporation (WOWSC) members have reported that they have not received their ballots for the upcoming vote. The meeting is December 13 but you must mail your ballot in so that is received no later than the 11th or 12th!!!

This is a serious concern, as participation in this election directly impacts the future of our water system.

What To Do If You Haven’t Received Your Ballot

• Call WOWSC immediately and request that a ballot be sent to you. (512) 568-6148
• Publicly Document that you did not receive a ballot. Make a public record of the fact that you did not receive a ballot. Share it with neighbors, post it on community forums, and send a written note to the Board.
• You must mail the ballot as soon as possible. Allow for mail delivery time!
• Make noise. Transparency matters. The more members speak up, the harder it will be for these issues to be ignored. If the WOWSC did not do its job of mailing ballots correctly, then it should be documented. Other water companies might want to buy WOWSC.

Deadline Reminder

Ballots must be received on or before December 12. After that date, it will be too late to participate — unless you come to the DECEMBER 13 meeting and file in-person.

This is not just about one vote—it’s about ensuring fair process and accountability in how our member‑owned water company operates. If you haven’t received your ballot, act now and encourage others to do the same.