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Ducks, Ducks, Ducks 11A EXP 9/l:i ' PyC ,-,E LIBp_ POEC:X llT7 GAINESV7LLE, L. 326]1 Port St. Joe Advances 9A Wewa Bonds Water Project 3A YOUR HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER FOR OVER 67 YEARS USPS 518-880 Gulf County Pays a Debt of Honor By Despina Williams Star Staff Writer Before taking the podium at Port St. Joe High School's Veterans Day program, Robert B. Ramsey summoned forth 16 years of military memories. The United States Army Reserve Staff Sergeant had been asked to describe the Despina Williams Star Staff Writer County commissioner Bill Williams called it "a breakdown in communication." Nearly two hours into last Thursday's county commission special workshop, Wewahitchka mayor Ray Dickens and city commissioner Ralph Fisher discovered they'd misinterpreted the night's agenda. Dickens and Fisher had requested a meeting with the board of commissioners and Gulf County Health Department to discuss the proposed Sacred Heart Hospital's potential benefits to Wewahitchka. They hoped to glean the north end of the county's attitude towards the half-cent sales tax slated to fund the new hospital's construction and operation over a 25-year period. Dickens also hoped to gain support for what he called a "more pleasing" proposition than the current plan to build the hospital on Long Ave., near the Gulf Coast Community College Gulf/Franklin Center. He favored a site selection half-way between Port St. Joe and Wewahitchka. What Wewahitchka's elected officials and the small crowd at Thursday's meeting did veteran's experience to a crowd of students, faculty, residents and fellow veterans from all branches of the U.S. military. As he thought about his deployments in Panama, Germany, Iraq and Kuwait, Ramsey found no single memory that encapsulated his military experience. A silent understanding among all veterans VFW Post 10069 Commander Wayne Taylor places an American flag in a memorial reef during the VFW's Veterans Day program at the Gulf County courthouse. not know was that both the sales tax and site issues were essentially done deals. The Wewahitchka city commission ratified an interlocal agreement with the county and Port St. Joe two months ago Gulf County Health Department chief administrator Doug Kent Phone 2 Web Site: E-Mail: starai starnews@ resisted any attempts at definition. How could he fill in the silence for non- veterans? Ramsey offered an anecdote. While in Airborne ',, School, Ramsey's comrade Sgt. Sanchez took a phone call from his mother. She asked her son to describe , how it felt to jump out of a moving plane. Sanchez's reply: "Mom, if you can explain to me exactly how it felt to have a child, then I may be able to explain it to you." The unspoken bond Ramsey shared with fellow soldiers like Sanchez had been born of sacrifice. Port St. Joe Hi "Sleeping on the Allegiance. ground, eating in the rain.... through the worst conditions, I made the best of friends," Ramsey remembered. The gratitude Ramsey felt from oppressed citizens all over the world eased his burden and reassured him of his mission. In 1999, he was stationed in Panama before the U.S. returned the canal to the Panamanian government. On the ground, the citizens urged Ramsey and the U.S. troops not to leave. Years later, during a security mission in Iraq, Ramsey heard the plea repeated. Ramsey received his greatest vindication in September 2004, upon his return from Iraq. Dressed in desert camouflage, Ramsey and 500 of his fellow soldiers were greeted in the airport by thousands of cheering Americans. At Friday's program, Ramsey extended the gesture to all veterans past, present and future. which allowed the county to levy the half- cent sales tax. Wewahitchka could withdraw its support for the hospital, but would still pay the half- cent sales tax, which would be remitted back to the city, with the funds earmarked for health care. The location issue was also a non- starter. In a memorandum of understanding signed by all parties involved in the hospital, the St. Joe Company donated the land to Sacred Heart, with the St. Joe Foundation pledging a minimum of $500,000 annually for 10 years. Though Wewahitchka commissioners Carmen McLemore and Billy Traylor sought, a location closer to the county's north end, they could not convince the other key players to follow suit. "Sacred Heart would not do it. St. Joe Company would not do it," explained Williams. The communication breakdown became apparent after Health Department administrator Doug Kent and the county's hospital negotiator Jim McKnight outlined the hospital's many potential benefits. As part of the interlocal agreement, additional proceeds from the half-cent sales tax would benefit the 13,600-square foot health department set for construction in Wewahitchka next year. The county's partnership with Sacred (See COUNTY on Page 15A) 227-1278 Editorials .............. Page 4A Society News ........... Page 38 StarFL.com Law Enforcement ....... Page 12A Restaurants ............ Page 8B ds@starfl.com Sports .............. Page 8A 9A School News .......... Page 9-10B starfl.om Church News ............. Page 6B Classifieds .......... Pages 16-17B "Appreciation is what this day is for," Ramsey said. In the spirit of appreciation, Port St. Joe High School students and faculty took to the stage to celebrate the sacrifices of all (See VETERANS DAY on Page 16A) City Reports Progress on Cape and Palm Blvd. Sewer Projects By Despina Williams Star Staff Writer Sewage was a surprisingly pleasant topic of conversation at Tuesday's meeting of the Port St. Joe city commission, as Preble Rish engineers briefed the board on ongoing sewer projects at Cape San Blas and Palm Blvd. Bill Kennedy and his associates at Preble Rish reported that the Cape sewer project is on track with current expenditures totaling $5.9 million. Several unforeseen events, including hurricanes and skyrocketing sewage pipe prices, resulted in slight delays in the completion of Phases 1 and 2, which Preble Rish engineers anticipate being online by Feb 1 and March 1, respectively. The city approved a March 1 minor use deadline for Cape residents seeking to join Phase 1 and 2 of the Cape sewer project. The county will charge a $5,400 extension fee for single unit owners who opt to connect to the main sewer line. Commissioner Benny Roberts expressed his concern that the sewer system may not be able to handle a significant increase in volume. Roberts advised Preble Rish representatives: "Try to size those pipes correctly. Don't load them up to full capacity." Though Preble Rish initially planed for a three-phase project, a lack of resident interest has prompted the engineering firm to reconsider further expanding the sewer line. If at the end of the month, they still do not have enough support for the extension, Preble Rish will return deposits to residents within the Phase 3 area. After being directed by the board to draft a proposal for a sewer rehabilitation project on Palm Blvd. and associated drain basins, Preble Rish engineers presented the board a $6 million estimate. The price tag includes engineering surveys, permits, design and construction for the rehabilitation of Basin 7, the area roughly from the elementary school to Constitution Drive. A lift station and water lines will be included in the project. The board voted to move forward with the project, directing city attorney Russell Sholz to draft bid documents. "I'm ready to go to work," said Mayor Frank Pate. Also taken up by the board was a request by developer David Warriner to construct a road that would connect to Heritage Lane and provide access to a maximum of four lots located beyond the Garrison Plantation subdivision. . Warriner presented the board with two alternatives. In the first, the road swept around the right hand side of land deeded to the city for a park. The other, shorter road divided the park into halves. After hearing requests from several property owners in the area, the board approved the request for the shorter road. Ralph Rish agreed to lend his services to sprucing up the park, which Heritage Lane resident Robb Sarno described as an eyesore. The board advised Scholz to draft an (See CITY on Page 15A) NEW DEADLINES Color Advertising, Real Estate Advertising & Advertising With Proofs Thursday at 11:00 a.m. EST Advertising No Proof & Classifled Display Ads Friday at 11:00 a.m. EST School News & Society Friday at 11:00 a.m. EST Classified Line Ads Monday at 5:00 a.m. EST Confusion Reigns at County Workshop on Sales Tax AH Tine STaI ruP r iS Joe, 1 IL- ii n* u..,y,, i-vm I/ 1 T 0 ..nf. fe S AT -. i .I 7Local Trace New Low Price 8 PROGRAM AND OFF LEASE CARS, TRUCKS, VANS AND SUV's 3Local Trade New Low Price SWas ......$9,995 _* SNow .....$6,988 SA' S Ext-4DR Was ....$18,995 0 z Now ...$15,988A -" ^ dL^* I^"y ^ -.. - County Pursues Return to At-Large Voting By Despina Williams Star Staff Writer After a 4-1 mandate by the board of county commissioners, county attorney Tim McFarland has begun preparing his case for a return to at-large voting. Though he declined to discuss specifics, McFarland noted last week that he had met with Tallahassee attorney Michael Spellman, who will help him prepare supporting affidavits for a petition to be filed in federal district court. McFarland chose Spellman, of the law firm Cooper, Coppins, Monroe and Spellman, for his experience in federal district court litigation. Spellman was the same attorney who successfully overturned single member districts in Washington County a few years ago. McFarland hopes to! have the affidavits filed within the next month. A federal district court judge will then grant a hearing date. The 1986 Supreme Court decision in Thornburg v. Gingles will inform McFarland's argument. McFarland calls the decision "the guiding light" in matters relating to racial districting. The Gingles opinion came after black registered voters in North Carolina challenged a legislative redistricting plan for the state's Senate and House of Representatives. The plaintiffs argued that one single-member and six multimember districts impaired black voters' ability to elect representatives of their choice. The opinion required minority voters to prove, through an analysis of voting practices, that the use of a multimember electoral structure minimized or negated their ability to elect their desired candidates. A bloc voting majority would generally need to be able to defeat candidates supported by a "politically cohesive, geographically insular minority group." In stating his case for a return to at-large voting, McFarland said he must prove that the vote in a minority district is not "cannibalized" by the majority. A pattern of racial bloc voting would be given more weight than a single, polarized election. PhD professors will look at Gulf County voting patterns in recent years, and their affidavits will be filed with the judge. McFarland said the case's time frame depends on the amount of opposition. Anyone in the 198'6 consent decree class of 2,187 may 'file an objection and those not involved in the class action suit may submit amicus briefs. A judge may request to hear testimony after affidavits have been filed. -McFarland noted that the opposition will likely come from commissioner Nathan Peters, Jr. who initiated the 1986 lawsuit on behalf of himself and all others similarly situated. No formal action is presently required by the board of county commissioners. At some point, the board and county attorney will meet in closed-door session to discuss expenditures related to the case. The minutes will become public record after all proceedings have concluded. McFarland noted that it is "almost impossible to tell" what the county's legal costs will be. He said the county- wide voting committee's $100,000 estimate is enough to get things started. 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ET F0i1 ING 850-6743307 0180419 180 By Tim Croft Star News Editor A coalition of Georgia interests has filed a peti- tion requesting an admin- istrative hearing in Florida to examine last month's denial of a dredge permit to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for maintenance of the Apalachicola River. Calling itself the Mid- Chattahoochee River Users, the group seeks to overturn the permit denial and force the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to issue a permit for continued dredging of the Apalachicola River. The Chattahoochee River flows from Lake Lanier north of Atlanta to Lake Seminole on the Florida border where it joins Alabama's Flint River to form the Apalachicola, Florida's largest river. The Mid-Chattahoochee River Users are identified in their petition as "an unincor- porated association of busi- nesses, local governments and public utilities who share an interest in the use of the Chattahoochee and Apalachicola Rivers, includ- ing navigation of those riv- ers." In making the case for an administrative hearing, the group asserts that it did not receive proper notice of the permit denial or any other notice pertaining to the per- mit and therefore were pro- hibited from presenting their case for continued dredging of the river. HEARING AID CENTER 2232 St. Andrews Blvd. Panama City,FL 769-5348 Top Quality, Name Brand Hearing Aids Satisfaction Guaranteed Monthly Service Center Sr. Citizens Center, PSJ 1st Thursday of each month The Corps' maintenance dredging, the petition further contends, is "necessary to maintain the channel of the river sufficient for activities" from the Chattahoochee to the Gulf of Mexico. "Some navigation would be rendered impossible in light of the failure to dredge the navigation channel," the petition states in part. Denying the permit, the petition alleges, violates federal law authorizing the Corps to dredge the river to maintain navigational chan- nels. Laws pertaining to sus- taining water quality and coastal zone management have also been violated, the petition maintains. To allow the denial of the permit without a full hear- ing, in the face of historical precedence and the lack of notice to users north of the Georgia line, would be unfair and an error in procedure, the petition alleges. An end to dredging would cut off the Apalachicola Mexico Beach Sanitation Customers The City of Mexico Beach will observe the following schedule for sanitation services during the month of Nov: Week of Nov. 21-Nov.25 Monday, 11/21/05 regular garbage pick up Tuesday, 11/22/05 Regular garbage pick up Wednesday, 11/23/05 14th Street to Canal Parkway Thursday, 11/24/05 Holiday no pick up Friday, 11/25/05 Holiday no pickup. River to commercial and recreational users, restrict- ing the ability of the Mid- Chattahoochee River Users to "conduct activities that are central to their opera- tions and interests." In denying the dredge permit, DEP officials wrote that the permit would not be extended or renewed because the Army Corps had failed to maintain or restore all the sloughs impacted by the dredging, some of which have been closed for years. Further, most of the 150 spoil sites along the river are near the shoreline and below the top of the natural riverbank. "Recapture of sand from these sites is unpredictable due to the dependence on weather and subsequent water flow," the DEP denial read in part. "Sand often migrates downstream along the riverbanks to the mouths of sloughs, springs and other tributaries of the river where it collects and creates a sill." If the sill is not removed, sediment ultimately blocks access to recreational vessels and fish during low water periods. The Corps offered no new solutions for where dredged sand should go, the permit denial contended. "Adverse impacts to the floodplain from sedi- mentation and altered flow through distributaries have also become apparent," the permit denial reads in part. "Threatened and endangered species in the floodplain have been adversely impact- ed from the dredged mate- rial disposal. The relocation and removal of tree snags, which are productive habi- tats for fish, has significantly reduced the overall produc- tivity" of the system. The cost-benefit of the dredging plan was also a key issue for the DEP, which noted that based on cost-per- ton-mile, the Apalachicola system is one of the most expensive maintenance oper- ations in the country, 40 to 50 times more costly than the national average. Barge traffic in the past five years or so has been minimal. It is also worth noting that dredging has not taken place on the river in several years. Federal funding for dredging was not in the fed- eral budget for the current fiscal year and is not cur- rently in next year's spending plan making its way through Congress. Additionally, a recent study sponsored by the Apalachicola Bay and Riverkeepers in association with the Damayan Water Project, the Corps Reform Network and American Rivers concluded that a navigable channel could be available without dredging four to five months out of typical year and dredging only expands that window to shipping by a mere 30 to 45 days. In the most recent year -that dredging was funded by Congress, $1.5 million was appropriated for the work. An end to the dredging had received the support of Gov. Jeb Bush, state lawmak- ers, state agencies and fed- eral lawmakers such as Sen. Bill Nelson, Congressmen Allen Boyd and former Sen. Bob Graham, who have made a cause in recent years of seeking federal de-authoriza- tion of dredging. The denial of the dredge permit came with a window for appeal. 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November 17, 2005 ltsUt SHIseIIU I 7I 1/ 7 *I IVI8iny c'Ul n s, u.i'*/ u ** ***=*u*O -*--- #- ww Wewahitchka City Commissioners Move Ahead on Bond for Water Project By Tim Croft Star News Editor Wewahitchka city commissioners took a major step toward initiating a project to extend water services throughout the city limits during their regular bi-monthly meeting on Monday. Commissioners held the first reading on an ordinance which Would establish a five- year $350,000 bond issue for the project. The $350,000 is a required match to secure a $650,000 Community Development Block Grant to complete the project, which would bring city water services to all residents within the city boundaries. It would also provide a platform from which the city could provide water service to some areas immediately Sherry Bailey, Cathy Cox, Monica Easter, Alyson Gerlach, and Sally Gomillion of Pristine Properties Vacation Rentals have just completed an inten- sive series of professional development educational sessions, conducted by an international trade associa- tion. Successful completion of the program reflects a commitment to service and professional management. ,.I north of the city lines, such as Stone Mill Creek. The final design plans for the project are currently in Tallahassee for review and approval that they meet CDBG guidelines for the project. The city has been massaging the plans for weeks to meet CDBG mandates. The city hopes to have the plans approved and returned in time to allow city officials to put the project out for bid shortly after the first of the year. City officials already have the financing in line for their other major infrastructure project, to extend sewer lines to the Red Bull and Red Bull Island areas. That project is to be paid through a grant/ loan package of more than $2 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's The Vacation Rental Managers Association (VRMA) sponsored the demanding series of profes- sional development sessions, focusing on management, employee development, mar- keting, customer service, operational efficiency, and new industry products and services. ' The VRMA Conference, the twenty-first annual event, brought together the Rural Development program. City officials are also on schedule to bid that project in early 2007. "It is likely we will bid that one after the first of the year," said city manager Don Minchew. 'That time frame has growing attraction for both projects as gas prices steadily slide down. Gas prices impact the cost of PVC pipe, which, naturally, is the largest material cost of both the water and sewer projects. Currently, PVC prices are roughly 100 percent higher than six months ago, shortly before a series of hurricanes impact petroleum production and refining in the region, Minchew said. Minchew noted that PVC prices typically fluctuate leaders of the vacation rental industry of North America. Pristine Properties Vacation Rentals is a fully accredited member of VRMA, the only professional trade association dedicated to improving the service and performance of the vacation rental industry. Contact Alyson Gerlach, a local representative of VRMA, at 850-229-1700 for more information. a Ra about six months behind any significant changes in gas prices. "It's a direct derivative," Minchew said. "And you get hit twice, on the manufacturing and on the hauling of the pipe." With gas prices dropping now the hope is that PVC prices will also shrink after the first of the year, when construction is also slowed through much of the United States, allowing the city to complete both projects, without changes to their scope, within budget. Once the projects are bid, construction would be expected to. begin within a 60-90 day window. Both projects should be completed in about a year, which would have projects finished sometime during the spring of 2007. In other business taken up during Monday's meeting: Commissioners discussed the half-cent sales tax proposed county- wide to help defray the costs of caring for the indigent and underinsured at a new Sacred Heart hospital in Port St. Joe. The hospital, and the tax which must be ratified by the county and municipalities, has been the topic of considerable discussion in recent weeks as the interlocal agreement implementing the tax has been changed and other factors have muddied the waters. While citycommissioners made no decision on Monday, they asked Minchewto secure additional information from the county offices concerning the sales tax and interlocal agreement. "The agreement we ratified (a couple of months ago) is not the same as everybody else has now signed," Minchew said. "We will have to revisit it." Wording changes have been made to the original document as other parties have signed off, which will LET US H CRIBS HIGH CHAIRS TENTS DINNERWARE V-=.I : e : : . :::. *:.: require city commissioners to approve the amended document. Commissioners approved awarding a 15- year franchise agreement with Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative to supply electricity service in the city. The Co-op's franchise agreement had expired and the Commission's action served to extend the agreement for another term. City officials are examining options to address problems with the rehabilitation of Lift Station No. 7 on Hwy. 22. 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JOE, FL 32456 1.877.827.8751 OR 850.229.1700 w w w st o e b a y. co m Wl P8q Reptol Compop The Star, Port St. Joe, FL Thursday, November 17, 2005 3A Fc+nkl;cJLwor4 7 QR 7 qainrv (-,i iff rountv and surrounding areas for 6 7 years t Editorials, Comments.. . The Star PAGE FOUR THURSDAY, November 10, 2005 C Fiddling Through the Storm Though the snooze button has certainly gone off plenty the past few months one more wake-up call for local elected officials regard- ing the clouds swirling outside was sounded last week. During what was supposed to be the final %isioning workshop on economic devel- opment and which given the considerable amount of work to do. even after heavy lilt- ing in two previous workshops, became the penultimate meeting the consensus on a starting point toward meeting goals, in both the long and short term. was located at the ballot box. Here is a group convened to consider how to create a "diversified" economy, one that will sprout jobs across the wage scale and in sufficient numbers, just as a mill once did, to allow the spreading of solid roots in a county facing dramatic growth in a variety of directions. This group had to winnow from a lengthy list of many pressing concerns pertaining to building the local economy, Including port development, improving transportation options- for folks and their goods, building better health care, growing linkages between the schools and the workforce and accom- plishing those and much more while attempt- ing to preserve a heritage and way of life. Yet, they decided that objective No. 1, the initial tipping point to be reached, not unlike the first domino, was to "improve interlocal accountability and coordination within all levels of government." Which is a belabored way of saying elected officials need to step up. To the challenges the county is facing by offering a vision carrying an expiration date longer than next week. Effective political integrity. Public trust. Public image. Those terms were all bandied about -just like insults among county commissioners - during the spirited conversation centered on how to improve the chaotic and combustible political environment which had already been identified as one of the major, if not the most significant, threats to economic development. Let's dial the adjectives back here the per- ception in that room, among people across the economic spectrum, was that government is an obstacle, the heftiest obstacle, to you and your neighbor becoming, or remaining, gainfully employed at a level sufficient to maintain your household. True or not, and regardless of the prism through which this perception is beaming, that is a pretty harsh analysis, and could hardly be a more tangible critique' of local government for the working stiffs trying to survive on this changing and pricey land- scape. And that perception was vocally shared by those few elected officials who took the time to participate in the economic develop- ment brainstorming. , County Commissioner Bill Williams, who has chided his fellow commissioners for months about long-term planning and strate- gic goals, provided some of the critical word- ing to the political goal the room crafted. Port St. Joe Mayor Frank Pate, who has in the past bemoaned the lack of dialogue between governing bodies, repeatedly echoed the need for more communication and work between the commissioners which lead the county and cities. Another demonstration of this species of I 7 Go The Distance by Tim Croft Star News Editor No Little Inconvenience Charles Daniel Little tried to chuckle at .the past week of his life, but there are some things that are pretty difficult to shrug off. Particularly when peo- ple are phoning your home, which you share with your wife and two daughters, and wondering how in the world you ,could do unspeakable things to any young lady. Little's problem is thathe shares initials with another individual in Wewahitchka, but his is the only name listed in the phone book. Now, this, hadn't, been much of a problem until Charles Darryl Little of Wewahitchka was arrested last week for committing a lewd and lascivious act on a child under the age of 16. Well, as the father of two daughters, a teenager and an adolescent, Charles Daniel Little pretty much has, pardon, little use for Charles Darryl Little, let alone any desire to be lumped into the same sen- tence or name domain as the fellow Wewahitchka resi- dent. A resident, Charles Daniel Little, long-time employee of the electric cooperative and maintainer of an unblemished criminal record, who lived in the city just a few years compared to the decades of roots Charles Daniel has put down. So when Charles Darryl's name appeared in the Sheriff's Report last week it was, to say the least, somewhat disquieting to Charles Daniel Little and his family. The discomfort was only compounded by the fact that the only Charles D. Little In the phone book was, of course, the wrong one. government quicksand found locally was a workshop called last week in Wewahitchka which by the time it ended after more than two hours seemed as pointless as a news flash on a Brad Pitt sighting. Called by county commissioners osten- sibly to assuage the concerns of residents on the north end of the county about a proposed new hospital and the half-cent sales tax tak- ing effect in January to help meet the costs of that facility's care of the poor and under- insured, the workshop devolved into a series of "duh" statements. There were economic benefits to the hospital. Despite current wishes the site for the facility was set in stone long ago. The half-cent sales tax will benefit the new health department facility in Wewahitchka. The inter-local agreement on the sales tax had been ratified by all Commissions, though the City of Wewahitchka will have to revisit the issue because of two largely minor changes. Finally, there was miscommunication about the issues not to mention the need for a workshop. Duh. The meeting, though nobody was say- ing it, actually stemmed from the incendiary remarks and actions taken the past couple of weeks in October when commissioners once again flailed at the pifiata of county-wide voting. A period when once again short-term goals and survival surfaced, as emotions on a sleeve, and residents again tuned in to the sight of government as an episode of the Jerry Springer Show or Full-Contact Commissioner. A voter mandate on county-wide voting requires a year and the extinction of nearly all civility to address and then address again ... and again ...and again. Government spending seems to stem from the belief that the golden goose will keep on laying and that even the ducks bob- bing in the pond are as golden as the geese. The sunshine barely slips through the haze on any number of issues, transpar- ency giving way to the opaque shadows of an Alfred Hitchcock movie. And lest anyone misinterpret this as an indictment solely issued against county gov- ernment, take note, any of the local governing bodies could do better with government that is transparent, responsive, collegial, profes- sional and accessible. That is what makes the economic devel- opment visioning and last week's county workshop opposite edges of the same knife and so dismaying. Whileycounty commissioners continue to conduct business as usual, a number of civic and economic leaders, as well as the more common variety, were saying that politics as usual is simply bad for the business of the county. The buck too often stops at the county line and for that to end the vision being emit- ted by local officials must be broader, more cohesive and more clearly articulated and understood. What last week's workshop demon- strates, to the chagrin, surely, of those trying to spur economic development, is that two nuggets can be mined from this political rub- ble, both disheartening either local elected officials still just don't get it or they simply don't care. When Charles Daniel called to wonder if there was anything the paper could do to help, well, it hit a nerve. For starters, I have a daughter and I'd be mighty upset if Tim Paul Croft - same initials as yours truly - appeared on the police blotter accused of a rather disgusting crime against a young woman and I was the only Croft with those initials in the book. I am certain my wife and child would take none too kindly to the sort of phone calls I can imagine Charles Daniel Little and his family are receiving. But also this is touchy because newspapers across the country wrestle with the police beat on an ongoing basis. On one hand, readers have a desire to know this information. Part of it is voyeuristic, particularly, in my mind, in larger cit- ies, but in smaller towns, in this day and age when you don't know what the neighbor is, literally, cook- ing in the kitchen, there is a real desire to know just what sort of folks are in the neighborhood. Privacy advocates might eI-udker !Nw Wit k by Kesley Colbert Kidney Stone Still Hurting. Now folks, my latest bout with a kidney stone started over a month ago. It was a knock down, drag out, no holds barred affair that lik- ened to have killed me! I felt like I had been gored low down on the left side by a run away rhinoceros, I threw up stuff that I had eaten in 1987, I went unconscious a time or two, sirens and bells went to clanging, childhood scenes flashed before my eyes, inter- nal organs got to fighting with each other.. And I spent five hours in the hospital! Over four and one half of those painful hours were waiting for something or someone to help me. Twenty minutes or so was actually used for thumping my side, tests and explaining that kid- ney stones could sometimes be painful. For my extended stint in the hospital emergency department I got the use of a gown that wouldn't tie in the back, a prescription for pain . and the admonition to see my urologist as soon as possible. I went home and started drinking ginger root tea mixed with gymsum weed. I drank Gatorade and Ocean Spray cranberry juice by the tub full. I tried Sprite, Dr Pepper, RC's, Mountain Dew, Prune Juice, Seven Up's and Valvoline 10- W-40. I even got desperate enough to try some water! Marlin Taylor put me on straight,, asparagus,, juice,, fol- lowed immediately by. a quart, of regular Coca-Cola. Let me tell you,, asparagus juice taste just like boiled peanuts that have been left out in the sun too long I took to running a few extra miles...and jumping off the side porch. I figured I might could jar that thing out! I didn't eat anything without considering how it might taste "the second time around". I refused to think about mini- balls, rock piles, shredded shards, marbles, pebbles or bowling balls. I spent two full weeks bent over, afraid to cough, a pain pill in both hands "just in case", throw up buckets in every room and find it unsettling, but the mother of two down the block, the grandmother who entertains the grandkids on weekday afternoons, wants. to know of any degener- ates who might be lurking behind the window shades. It doesn't take many stories about the Elizabeth Smarts or the Jessica Lundys to be downright paranoid about your child's safety. The flip side is that the police reports in the paper pertain to arrests and in this country we are innocent until proven guilty at least in theory. Newspapers tend not to follow every case, reporting if charges are dropped, proved unfounded or the accused is found not guilty. So while the police blot- ter contains information many people want to know, and believe the community newspaper should provide, that doesn't mean there is not some heartburn, some grain of salt with which that information should be taken. Not that any of that makes Charles Daniel Little's life any easier right now. Stop calling. He's not my system was flushing itself about every fifteen seconds. One morning I woke up and the stone was gone! Nada, nothing, free, clear, empty...if you've been down this road, you know exactly what I'm talking about! I did a double back flip and celebrated with a pizza supreme and some hogshead cheese with a tortilla dip. I was back with the living I figured it was either the asparagus juice or the crushed sunflower seeds in the mayonnaise.' Everything has been just ducky for the past month. I didn't even mind the bill from the hospital. I figured it was worth it. I did get to meet some wild characters "after midnight" in the waiting room. It was most education- al. And I chalked up the exor- bitant amount to "the price of doing business" in the twenty first century. Besides, good ole Blue Cross-Blue Shield helped me a little bit. And listen, my kidney stone is gone. You can't put a price tag on that! Then, I got a bill from the emergency room. Wait a min- utel Isn't that in the hospital? How come we received a bill from both? I was still scratching my head a day later when I got a bill from a PA that thumped my side and wrote something on a chart. And he's not even a .doctorl. I got, the, bill, from, the doctor ,two, days ^later,.. Now, folks, I didn't even see a doctor! He was listed as the emergency room attending physician...... Apparently, they pay'em now just for stand- ing around or, I should say, SOMEBODY pays'eml I paid for a UA W 0 MICRO AUTO. I don't remember a UA. I didn't meet W 0. And if they think MICRO is somehow referring to the size of my kidney stone, they didn't get a very good,lookl I think the AUTO refers to the way I was "assembly lined" through the whole process! The most expensive item was the CT ABDOMAN SCAN. I commented to the nice lady the one. He'd be obliged. Sunshine for the Lighthouse The effort to trans- form the Cape San Blas Lighthouse into a museum/ park got a boost last week in Tallahassee. The ranking of proj- ects for funding by a com- mittee representing the state Division of Historic Preservation met last week and ranked the lighthouse project No. 14 out the doz- ens of projects which sought grant funding. As it appears now, the top 43 projects appear in line for a slice of the $12 million or so pie which the Legislature will consider for funding historic preserva- tion initiatives around .the state. This would mean that barring some unforeseen circumstances, the Cape San Blas Lighthouse project will be in line for a $350,000 grant when springs arrive next year. The money would come at a critical time. Work on restoring "Sleeping Beauty," which of the two keepers' quarters on the lighthouse grounds once looked like it was remaining that came down to the hospi- tal at 3 am to slide me into the - contraption that I sure hated' to bother her at this late hour. She responded with a smile, "Oh, that's o.k., that's what I 1 get paid for." Boy howdy, little did I know... Last Monday, I got a bill from a radiologist. Well actu- ally, it was from two more doctors (neither of which did I see). The first was the "refer- ring physician" and the latter was listed as the "performing physician". The pain from this kidney stone just keeps radiating! I went to the bathroom once - while I was there. I'm glad now that I didn't mention it to ' anyone...I'm sure there would ' be a charge associated with it. And remember the gown with no tie strings in the back... don't worry about getting that one. I paid enough on the EMER DEPT LEVEL 2 charg- es to outfit Cox's Army for the next century. I'm afraid to even inquire as to where a level 3 or, Heaven forbid, a level 5 would take us! I got a bill from Dr. - Kildare. The bill from Derek Spicer came yesterday. It was postmarked Hohenwald, '" Tennessee. That took some more scratching. Cathy finally figured it out. He was the biker.dude that had part of his . finger bitten off in a bar fight and was waiting with us in'the emergency room. He recom- mended that I ride a Harley, naked across a double set of rail road tracks. "The jar" he allowed, "would bounce that - stone right out!" I thought he was just offering a friendly suggestion as he bled on the carpet. Amazing! The pain has moved from' my side to my back hip pock- et. I just wonder if they are going to name the new wing' after me... Respectfully, Kes erect with duct tape, has been all but completed, ren- dering nearly ready for the creation of any museum or education center. That work, though, pretty much emptied the bank account for the project held by the St.. Joseph Bay Historical Society. The lighthouse itself will require significant work in lead abatement and reha- bilitation of the structure, at a cost estimated to more than equal the state grant funding now apparently in the pipeline. But the grant will pro- vide a major bite at the apple and is another oppor- tunity to tip the hat to the intrepid members of the Historical Society, who seem to embrace challeng- es a lease from the U.S. Air Force, funding to reno- vate "Sleeping Beauty," and dollars for the lighthouse as opportunities and who remain focused on a dream they have nurtured for years. We should all have such staying power. "I'm an excited person right now," said' Historical Society mainstay Charlotte Pierce. THE, STAR USPHS 518-880 Published Every Thursday at 135 West Highway 98 Port St. Joe, Florida 32456 VP/Publisher: Karen Hanes General Manager: Krichelle Halualani News Editor: Tim Croft Circulation: Kevin Burke Creative Design Manager: Kathleen Smith Florida Press National Newspaper Association Association POSTMASTER: Send Address Change to: THE STAR Post Office Box 308 Port St. Joe, FL 32457-0308 Phone (850) 227-1278 PERIODICAL RATE POSTAGE PAID AT PORT ST. JOE, FL 32457 WEEKLY PUBLISHING SUBSCRIPTIONS PAYABLE IN ADVANCE IN COUNTY $20.00 YEAR $13.00 SIX MONTHS OUT OF COUNTY $30.00 YEAR $20.00 SIX MONTHS TO ALL ADVERTISERS In case of error or omissions in advertisements the publishers do not hold themselves liable for damage further than amount received for such advertisement. The spoken word is given scant attention; the printed word is thoughtfully weighed. The spoken word barely asserts; the printed word thoroughly convinces. The spoken word is lost; the printed word remains. ST. JOSEPH BAY) Da*e Time Ht. Time HIt. Nov. 17 9:52a -0.4 L Nov. 18 10:42a-0.4 L For A FREE Packet Of Theost Current Nov. 19 Listings And Other Real Estate Information Nov. 20 Contact Nov 21 Bob Pelc REALTOR@ 850-227-5374 Nov. 22 318 Reid Avenue Port St. Joe, FL 32456 Nov. 23 V bob@flbeaches.net 11:45p 2.0 H 12:30p 1.9 H 11:35a -0.4 L 1:15a 1.8 H 12:28P -0.3 L 2:01a 1.7 H 1:17p -0.2 L 2:43a 1.5 H 1:58p -0.1 L 3:22a 1.4 H 2:25p 0.1 L I cstablish Ued 17.I ajcivniy k n \.wiiijr un" -"'."-..-... o I -I- fOur Readers Write SLetters Dear Editor: Just as the Apalachic River is beginning t process of healing fri wounds associated with c hundred years of dredgi channeling, dynamiting, a cutting bends off, you miu think we could all break easier. I wish that were tr but examination of the fre wound at the lower mouth Battle Bend at mile 29 on 1 river proves otherwise. Battle Bend, which v almost a mile long section the river was mechanical cut off from the river years by the Corps of Engineers ensure easier passage of i oversize barges to navigate 1 river. Dredged material fr, the new cut was used to in the upstream mouth a to build a levy to ensure tl the bend would not reopi In the years 1989, 2001 a 2002 the COE dredged 1 lower mouth, the latter two restoration projects. The Florida Fish a Wildlife Conservati Dear Editor, Why are property taxes so high in Gulf County? I was born and raised in Port St. Joe. Currently as a nonresident, but a property owner in St. Joe I am gravely concerned with what is happening to property taxes. I own a residential lot in St. Joe that was bought several years ago for retirement purposes. By Bently Lipscomb If you are an older Floridian, or if you love someone who is, Florida legislators will convene Dec. 5 to begin a special legislative session that could affect you directly one day. During this session, lawmakers will consider whether to- approve an aggressive plan by Gov. Jeb Bush to force nearly 300,000 Floridians into HMOs to get lifesaving health services that would be paid, ,for by Medicaid; ;? i%" ,,'<, i:w! .: "r Ifyou're thinking Medicaid has nothing to do with you, you should think again. Two out of every three Florida to the Editor. . Commission, a resource ola agency is now working on ;he another "restoration" project om at this same location. This 1.3 one million dollar project involves rig, excavating a 200 by 800 foot nd area in the lower mouth ght of Battle Bend. The purpose, ath as stated by the FFWCC is rue to create backwater during esh low water levels in the river I of but according to figures the listed in the Environmental Assessment for this project, was this large opening will likely a of be dry at low periods of ally water. Maintenance will occur ago every five years with possible to minor dredging and snagging the performed annually. Bids on the the excavation of this bare om area will not be let out until fill January 06. High water is nd only a month or so away hat which will sweep across the en. area causing sedimentation nd to impact the river and the downstream wetlands. as Of all the "restoration" projects undertaken by the nd COE in which there was on collaboration with DEP, My property taxes on this lot have increased by 420 percent in the last two years. I assume that all property owners in Gulf County are facing the same increases in their taxes. I have to ask, what increases in services and improvements have been funded for the school system, Gulf County and the City of Port St. Joe? As a frequent nursing-hom6 residents have their care paid for through Medicaid. Thousands of these residents were middle-class, before high medical costs and other expenses devoured their slender savings. Then they had to turn to Medicaid as their last option to get vital services. Under the proposal, the HMO would choose how much care you couldreceive, who would provide your care, anrid what -.oui.ould doirf you received poor quality care. AARP' "has serious questions about this 'plan. What if you needed more care than the HMO would pay for? Do you have a loved one that may need skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupa- tional therapy, speech therapy, wound care,.assistance with bathing or other health care needs? Did you know that many of the elderly qualify for health care in the privacy of their home. A&A HomeCare Inc. may be the team for you. We are a local agency, with a friendly, professional staff geared to give quality health care. A&A Homecare, Inc. accepts medicare, some medicaid, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida, private pay and other qualifying insurances. FL#HHA299991819. A&A 639-3333 or 227-3331 fax 639-3337 IHOMET CARE 211 N. Hwy 71 Wewahitchka, FL INCORPORATED STEPPING INTO INVESTING! With less-than-spectacular stock market performance and bank deposit interest rates at disappointing levels, you may have been reading lately about how many investors are turn- ing to real estate. If you don't regard yourself as a "big time" investor, but have some interest in how it all works, consider some basic ways to get started. The strategy is simple try to buy low and sell (or rent) high. Ideally, someone else's pay- ments will finance your invest- ment (mortgage). A good place to begin look- ing is foreclosures properties usually bought at auction for less than market value. If you can rent it for more than the mortgage payment, you're in Barefoot Properties the black. Just be very care- ful not to buy a home that will require more investment in improvements than you can0 rec ,over. On the flip side, you may be able to purchase a "fixer- upper" that needs serious repairs (not just paint and new windows). Don't balk at the cost of repairs, because you'll often find these prop- erties at bargain-basement prices. Again, be completely certain you negotiate the low- est price and can afford the repairs to turn a profit from the sale or rent. Of course, there are many ways to get involved in real estate investments. These are just two of the simplest and most straightforward for those who are getting their feet wet. Thinking of selling? Call for a free consultation. Wayne Rowlett of Barefoot Properties, 1085 Cape San Blas Road, Port St. Joe, FL 32456. (850) 227-8492 wr@gtcom.net www. Captwayne.net visitor to St. Joe and a Star subscriber I do not see where the services have increased commensurate with the increase in taxes. Example: The graduating classes at Port St. Joe High are smaller than they were 33 years ago. All of this makes me question the fiscal responsibility of those running the schools, county and city. I hope the What if doctors, hospitals, and nursing homes limited new Medicaid patients? What if your HMO dropped out of the program and left you stranded with no health care? What if health providers shifted the cost of Medicaid to your insurer because the Medicaid HMO wouldn't pay enough? These and other questions have no answers so far. But some information is "available.! A federal study showed that private ma;aged-'&are "companies' pay as much' as 20 percent' for administrative overhead, while Medicaid administrative costs run 3 to 4 percent. Also, there's no clear evidence showing that the plan will actually save the state any money. Despite these troubling facts, this plan is moving rapidly toward approval. The federal government rubber- stamped the President's brother's plan in just 16 days. Now Governor Bush would like Florida legislators to rush to approval as well. AARP doesn't oppose managed care, and we recognize that Medicaid needs to change. But we believe this plan needs careful scrutiny - and legislators need more information about how this plan would work before pushing ahead. People on Medicaid have a lot at stake in getting this plan just right before moving ahead. We are talking about grandmothers who can't take 10 steps without help. People with disabilities who can't turn over in bed. People who can't see or speak. These are Florida's most vulnerable citizens and if you suffer an unforeseen health emergency or if you lose health-care coverage, you could be one of them one day. Please contact your state senator and state representative and urge them to take their time. The lives and care of thousands of your neighbors could depend on getting the answers right. To contact your legislators toll- FFWCC, NWFWMD, and other agency's including their many "experts" which have all been failures, this one may be the most damaging to the river system. The amazing thing is that the, river itself, at a reading of between 8 and 9 foot at Bluntstown was beginning to send water into the upper mouth of Battle Bend. Moving, life giving water which in another few years would have given life to the entire bend while eliminating the need for future dredging at the lower mouth of the bend. If you have the opportunity, see this area for yourself. This is not a rain forest across the ocean or the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge but here in our time and on our watch. Concerning another river issue; the notice from Joanne Brandt of the Mobile, AL. COE announcing their support of two projects effecting the Apalachicola River, has been changed. One was to lower the water in West Point Lake in support of a bass tournament which would have brought the water level up in the Apalachicola impacting the many hunters and campers this month. Also the water rise would have swept the winter food source for deer, voting electorate starts asking the question of the elected officials. Respectfully, Robert L. McKiernan, Jr. Oviedo, FL child or children. I have contacted the COE and Northwest Florida Water Management District which started a debate as to who owned Sand Mountain. and when they settle that, maybe a sign warning of the danger will be put up. The river is in the process of healing. Sloughs are deepening, fish are more plentiful and if left alone with nothing done to disturb the sediment, someday it will be well again. Marilyn Blackwell Wewahitchka, FL 32465 ducks, turkey, squirrel and other animals down the river as acorns, water hickory nuts and wild pecan float. Wildlife fatten for the winter- on this food source. Support for that project has been abandoned. The second project which would have required raised water levels was a shipment from the Farley nuclear power plant of a nuclear reactor head down the river which has been postponed until December or January. The route of this shipment is to the bay and over to Texas, there to be loaded onto trucks and on to Utah. I am still not convinced of the safety of this shipment because the river has seen no barge traffic for three years and very little before that. The river has not been dredged for almost five years, some barges have a 8- 9 draft and the river channel has narrowed and there are shoals where they weren't before. On another issue, children have been sliding down the face of Sand Mountain which is almost perpendicular and have worn a grove into the face which has protrusions on each side. The sand is unpredictable and at times sheets off one or two dump truck loads of sand which could cause a tragedy for a ,JI. 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Get your tickets today, last year's popular performance sold out! ft~cpscow EBallet's PrE 4R' resented by NEWS HERAI ( ,' ll', x, T'O' ~KETS N * ow'.5"5 Purdii~ yourtiks fro maw A'sincere thank you to our media sponsors: LD Mi KNOLOGY I Sulpher Chlorine Iron I Non-electric systems $ Q Free water test $ 49 100% Guaranteed Intro Offer 747-9040 1-800-210-6601 CrystaaerCnitSionin -.. ....a... --w-I P ... .............. Established 1937 Serving Gulf county and surrounding areas for 67 years 6A The Star, Port St. Joe, FL Thursday, November 17, 2005 I 3 Of L _ - - ob. "'*3 /* ) s LalisheL IY f7 .im tuni$ .. ,. ,n,-> n ng r v. Th SarPrtt eFL Thray N ve be 17,205a United Way Fundraising Campaign Underway By Despina Williams Star Staff Writer United Way of Northwest Florida is that rare breed of middle-man accepting a lot of money, pocketing little and passing 87 percent on to worthy organizations in six counties. United Way of Northwest Florida's low overhead costs - among the lowest in the nation drew resource development director Kim Stone to the organization 10 weeks ago. Stone hopes her employer's reputation for giving back will inspire Gulf County residents to support United Way's annual fundraising campaign. United Way of Northwest Florida supports branches in Bay, Gulf, Calhoun, Jackson, Washington and Holmes counties. Its mission: "To help people in Northwest Florida become more healthy, self- sufficient, and involved in helping themselves and each other." United Way accomplishes this mission by providing financial support to a number of local non-profit agencies, many of which are health- based. The money raised in Gulf County stays in Gulf County. The agencies supported by United Way must undergo a rigorous screening process and provide a full accounting of all dollars spent. Donors can designate which agency they want their contributions to benefit, or allow their contributions to be placed in a grant pool. Donations can be one-time pledges or payroll deductions. A Funds Distribution Committee comprised of county residents evaluates funding requests and dispenses money from the grant pool. Fundraising campaigns typically run from Sept. 1 to Nov. 17, but with the recent hurncanes delaying this year's fundraisingidrive, the final deadline has been moved to Dec. 1. Last year, Gulf County United Way raised an unprecedented $60,000. This year, Bluewater Outriggers owner George Duren was the first to make a significant contribution, donating $1,000. In the past, Bayside Savings Bank, Arizona Chemical, GT Com and Gulf Correctional Institute have also been major supporters. Stone said she has been overwhelmed by the generosity of Gulf County residents. "It has been really exciting to see that a small community would give so much to help themselves," Stone said. For more information on United Way of Northwest Florida, call 850-785-7521 oremailunitedway@knology., net. Gulf County Agencies that Rely on Support from United Way United Way of Northwest Florida Community Impact Fund American Red Cross, Central Panhandle Chapter America's Second Harvest of Big Bend, Inc. BASIC of NWFL, Inc. Bay, Franklin, Gulf Healthy Start Coalition, Inc. Boy Scouts of America, Gulf Coast Council Setting it Straight Last week's story about the fining of a local convenience store for price gouging indicated that customers seeking refunds for overcharges must submit their proof of purchase to the Express Lane in Port St. Joe by Oct. 24. Customers actually have 60 days from that date to seek a refund. The Star regrets the error. A story on the seeking of a grant to help rebuild the Cape St. George lighthouse identified Dr. Judith Bense as the wife of Speaker of the Florida House Allan Bense. Dr. Bense is Speaker Bense's sister. The Star regrets the p-rrnr Catholic Charities of NW FL, PC Regional Office Chemical Addictions Recovery Effort, Inc. Children's Home Society of Florida Covenant Hospice, Inc. Early Education and Care Epilepsy Association of the Big Bend, Inc. Family Service Agency Girl Scout Association of the Apalachee Bend, Inc. Gulf Coast Children's Advocacy Center, Inc. Habilitative Services of North Florida, Inc. Life Management Center of NW FL, Inc. North Florida Child Development, Inc. Salvation Army SalvationArmy Domestic Violence Tri-County Community Council, Inc. ' United Way First Call for Help HO pL I shing S.n J.-.... .. If you need a good.manufactured home or modular home see Dink Bailey at Sils Manufactured Home Center 1023 North Tyndall Parkway Panama City, FL 785-4671 H[ERE OUI VE Crowded malls. Lines at the check-out counters. Long drives when your time is valuable. Traffic jams and red lights. Why subject yourself to the hassles of big city shopping? Especially when you have a great alternative. This year you can support your friends and neighbors who own and operate the many shops and boutiques in' Gulf County. SHOP FT HOME THIS HOLIgDY SEASON - GULF COUNTY, USA! SPON ORED BY: STJOE GULF COUNTY 26= YOUR HOMEON NEWSPPE R VRM7YER m The Star, Port St; Joe, FL Thursday, November 17, 2005 7A 7 017 qarvinn (' ijif rntinfv and surroundina areas for 6 7 years an Tkn au, ruPe i )Fi. F husa.Noebr1. 05Etalse 13 evngGl out n1sronig ra or66er Wewahitchka Falls at Mayo; Finishes 8-3 By Tim Croft Star News Editor An errant kick and a few errant passes traveled a long way toward pushing the Wewahitchka Gators out of the playoffs. The Gators (8-3) finished their 2005 season with a 14- 6 Region 1-1A semifinal loss at Mayo Lafayette last week, their first loss on the road this season coming at the worst possible time. The difference could be found in an extra-point kick which missed right for Wewahitchka, which seemed on the verge of tying the game after Sean Bierman had hit Ryan Ranie with a 16-yard pass in the third quarter. However, with the score 7-6, the Gators were forced to the air, where Bierman (6 for 21 for 60 yards, one touchdown and four inter- ceptions) struggled, toss- ing three interceptions after Mayo reversed their 5-3 base defense, putting five linebackers onto the field and into key passing areas, such as the flats. One of those picks by Mayo came inside the Gator 20, the ball returned to the 7 from where Mayo punched the ball in for fourth-quarter touchdown that sealed the Gators' fate. "That (extra-point) really changed the outcome of the ballgame, because it was nip and tuck the rest of the way," said Wewahitchka coach Greg Jordan. "If we make that extra-point we can stick to our game plan. But we had to throw and we had those interceptions." Mayo, which opened the scoring on a 60-yard reverse in the second quarter, could not move the ball any better against the Gator defense. Neither team reached 150 yards in total offense. "They couldn't drive the ball on us," Jordan said. "I was real, real proud of our defense. They couldn't, block us. Our defense really played well. (Mayo) was tough to run the ball on. It was a good defensive ballgame." Ranie led the Gator rush- ing attack with 35 yards on 13 carries. Bierman rushed seven times for 22 yards. The Gators were also hurt by an injury to Trannon Myers, which forced the senior safety/wide receiver to the bench in the second half. Without its lead- ing receiver, Wewahitchka struggled to pass when it needed to most. Myers, with 135 tackles this season, is also the team's second-lead- ing tackler. As it turned out, J.J. Roberts the Gators' top tackler this season with 142 led the team against Mayo with 14 tackles. Johnny Jones and Blaine Pitts also had 14 tackles apiece. Ben Holley added 12 and Roy Suber and Myer 10 each. Tyler Bush and Michael Bailey had seven tackles each. Pitts, Ranie and Bailey recovered fum- bles and Bailey also had an interception. "I told our kids before we left if we would hit them and be aggressive we'd have a chance," Jordan said. "Mayo was 10-0, they were district champs and we were play- ing at their place. Our kids went down there and played hard." That pretty much sum- marizes a year which saw Wewahitchka bounce back from a 4-6 campaign last year under the tutelage of the first-year coach Jordan. The Gators went 6-1 on/the road, the lone loss to Mayo. The three blemishes on their record came from Port St. Joe .and Mayo who will play each other in the regional final this Friday - and Class 2B power Blountstown. Also on the plus side, the Gators stand to return seven starters on defense and six starters on offense. "This is the first time in the playoffs for a lot of these kids, and they got some experience," Jordan said. "We have a lot of start- ers who should be back and now they have a taste of it. "We finished 8-3. If you had. told me at the begin- ning of the year I could take eight wins and never play another game, I'd have prob- ably taken that." Port St. Joe Hosts Big Bend Youth Football League Super Bowl Port St. Joe and the Gene Raffield Football League played host to four other cities on Nov. 8 in the / very competitive Big Bend League. Playoffs the previ- ous week determined who would compete for the cov- eted Super Bowl trophy in three divisions. The first game saw the Wewahitchka Warriors led by the star running back, Rashard Ranie, lead' his seven- and eight-year-old teammates to a win over Chattahoochee. Alexander Ware led Chatt ahoochee with some fine running, but in the end, the Warriors walked off the field as win- ners and celebrated an undefeated season. . The second game was a much anticipated rematch of Blountstown and the w - ii defending champion, Port St. Joe Jaguars. An ear- lier season two-point loss to Blountstown had Coach Eric Saunders and his nine- and ten-year-olds eager for revenge. The Jags scored . ii I first on the fine ru of Tiquan Lang, but n the extra point which turn out to be cr Quarterback Tucker put the Jags ahead Blountstown had tiec score and the. 1500 fa attendance held their b as the clock ran Blountstown took ove ball on its own 30-yar with one' minute reme and drove down the to tie the score 12-12 18 seconds left. The point try was stacked by the Jags' valiant de and it looked like ove would be played unt tea~s un-piled and ihc yellow penalty flag was on the playing surface- offside call against Po Joe allowed Blount another try. This time 'I Were successful and walked away victorious with a final score of 14-12 in a game "' where not only the teams, . but the fans left it all on the 'v-' field. The third game was equally a thriller as Liberty County played the Chattahoochee's 11- and 12-year-olds. The hitting was ferocious at times as the game seesawed back and forth. Down 28-22, ., Chattahoochee was able to take the ball over for one final chance with 48 sec- onds left in the game, but Liberty County held and nning walked away with the Super hissed Bowl trophy. would The Gene Raffield ucial.. Football League would like Smith to thank the parents and after fans of all our youngsters d the who participated in the ins in league this year. Our seven- )reath and eight-year-old Dolphins, down. as well as our eleven- and ;r the twelve-year-old Buccaneers d line enjoyed successful seasons, -i l" k field With extra ;d up defense ertime il the e little s.seen e. An >rt St. stown e they along with our Jaguars. Over 80 youngsters in all competed this year and most of them are already looking forward to next year. We would also like to thank our sponsors who are listed in the display ad on this page. Without them, the Gene Raffield Football League would be unable to offer this opportunity to our youngsters. One of the ref- erees said at the end of the last game on Tuesday, "You have a first class operation here." The players, parents, coaches, fans and sponsors in Port St. Joe certainly are first class. Happy Holidays from the Kingfish Tournament Get your holiday shopping done early with a little help from the Bellsouth G reaterJacksontille Kingfish Tournament. 'Register for the 26th Annual Bellsouth Greater Jacksonville Kingfish Tournament before Feb. 15, to receive the early registration price of $345 regularlyy $425) and a free VIP parking pass for Tournament week. The first, 25 ,peqple to register or purchase a registration gift certificate between now and Dec. 31, will receive a gift certificate for a free pair of Ocean Waves Sunglasses ($129 value). The General Tournament registration packege includes entry into the 2006 Bellsouth Greater Jacksonville Kingfish Tournament, 2006 GJKT Captain's Bag, 2006 GJKT T-shirt, and a 2006 Souvenir Boat Flag. The Bellsouth Greater Jacksonville Kingfish Tournament is a long- standing tradition for residents of the Jacksonville area. Established in 1980, the Bellsouth GJKT combines the thrill of competition with a fun, family atmosphere. Favorite attractions include the Food Festival; the Publix Kidzone, a free play area for kids ages 3-14; the spacious Liars' Tent, featuring live concerts from great entertainers; and the Boatique exhibit area, offering variety of unique merchandise. The Bellsouth GJKT is made possible through the support of the City of Jacksonville and sponsors such as Bellsouth, Publix, ContenderBoats, Raymarine, West Marine, Vy-Star Credit Union, C&H Lures, Carolina Skiff. Comcast Spotlight, Key West Boats, Lowrance Electronics, Marine Max, Mercury Marine, Ocean Waves, Sea Fox Boats, WFXJ- AM 930 The Fox WQIK- 99.1' FM, WROO- 107.3 FM, Aggreko, Florida Times- Union, Holiday Inni Airport, Jacksonville Business Journal, Loadmaster Trailers, and the Southern Kingfish Association. Jacksonville Marine Charities, Inc is the non- profit, 501c (3) organization behind the BellSouth Greater Jacksonville Kingfish Tournament and is responsible for the support of numerous organizations on the First Coast. Proceeds from. the Bellsouth GJKT are utilized to benefit various marine initiatives and educational scholarships. .To learn more about the BellSouth i Greater Jacksonvile Kingfish TournamentandJacksonville Marine Charities or to register please visit www. kingfishtournament.com. STAR PLAYER OF THE WEEK Wewahitchka High School J. J. Roberts and Trannon Myers Roberts, a junior linebacker, and Myers, a senior safety, led a Gator defense which proved the most consistent strength of the team in 2005. Roberts totaled 142 tackles, Myers 135. "I think those are pretty good numbers for those two," said Wewahitchka coach Greg Jordan. Member FDIC --. Mexico Beach 1202 Hwy 98 Me.ico Beach, FL 32456 Port St. Joe 418 Cecil G. Coslmn, Sr. Blvd Port St. Joe, FL 32456 Apalachicola Carrabelle 58 Fourth St., Apalachicola, FL 32329 912 Northwest Ave. A Carrabelle, FL 32322 HIE 850-648-5060 850-227-1416 850-653-9828 850-697-5626 U' W SPORTS SCHEDULE WEWAHITCHKA GATORS CONGRATULATIONS GATORS ON A GREAT SEASON 0- -- -- ---- -- -- ---- --m Emerald Coast k Federal Credit Union PORT ST. JOE 530 Cecil G. 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Though the Red Flashes (7-4) were of a decidedly dif- ferent mettle, Port St. Joe pro- duced a rerun of last week's shellacking of Apalachicola, the Sharks grabbing the jug- ular with lightning quickness and never letting go. After holding Hilliard three-and-out on the open- ing drive, Ashley Davis field- ed a punt in stride on a dead run at the Shark 35 and ns Past Hilliard sprinted through the middle of coverage to the Hilliard 28, producing a net gain on the punt for the Red Flashes of just seven yards. Davis (22 carries, 98 yards) picked.up five off tack- le and Ash Parker picked up 21 on a sweep left. Davis finished the drive up the gut from the 2. Will Just added the extra point and it was 7-0 with just over, three min- utes expired. Hilliard tried to mix their offensive looks all night, largely to. little avail, but a quick hitter on first down on the following drive produced a 15-yard run by sophomore tailback Ralph Bolden and brief momentum. Which was then lost as the Sharks concentrat- ed on neutralizing quarter-' back Daniel Thomas, who is entertaining several major- college scholarship offers, the remainder of the drive, keeping him from breaking free outside while interrupt- ing his pass attempts. After Hilliard punted - failing to gain a first down after Bolden's jaunt the Sharks took over at their 24. A pair of penalties, including a holding call downfield on a big gain by Quentin Jenkins (16-81), had Port St. Joe back at its 23 before Parker, who had 184 yards on just six carries (30.6 per carry) and a receiv- ing touchdown, took a pitch right, got seal blocks from wideout Ashton Larry and quarterback Mike Quinn, and sailed 77 yards for the touchdown. It was 14-0 Sharks after Just's extra point. "We thought we'd be able to run against them," said Port St. Joe coach John Palmer. "I thought we did a great job up front. The guys on the line really teed off and put a helmet on somebody." Hilliard answered on the next drive, needing just four plays to motor 65 yards for the touchdown. Thomas found Andre Walker behind Larry on a deep corner route from the Shark 33 for the Soccer Season Presents Early Kicks for Port St. Joe By Tim Croft Star News Editor They've hit the pitch and produced some early high- lights at Port, St. Joe High School. The soccer season got underway over the past week with both the, Sharks and Lady Sharks tasting the thrill of victory as well as the agony of defeat. - The boys opened their season last Saturday with a visit to Lamar Faison Fields by. Tallahassee John Paul II and as he has with the football team, New Orleans transplant Will Just provoidd plenty of leg. ", Just put Port St. Joe up early with a breakaway goal and added two more during a second half blitz as Port St. Joe downed John Paul 5-2. The game was tied 1-1 after the first half but the Sharks scored four second- half goals, two by Just and two from Mica Ashcraft, to put the game away. Ashcraft also had two assists and Jimmy Curry assisted on three goals. The boys (1-1) trav- eled to Panama City Beach on Monday to face a tough Arnold squad and came away on the short end of a 5-4 score, which could be seen as something of a win considering the level of com- petition.' 'We wre really glad we played as well as we did," said Curry. Just again had three goals for the Sharks; Zeke Macho 4111n.dvrisdPrc Stevens added the final goal. Ashcraft and Curry both had assists. The boys travel to West Gadsden on Thursday for a 6 p.m. ET match-up. Against John Paul last Saturday, the Lady Sharks battled on even terms with the Lady Panthers through an opening half that ended with Port St. Joe up 4-3, but the visitors poured in five second-half goals to secure an 8-4 win. Elizabeth Gibson scored three times for Port St. Joe with Emily Baxley adding a goal. The Lady Sharks (1- 2) traveled to Wakulla on Monday and sustained a tough 4-1 loss. Amy Brockman scored Port St. Joe's lone goal. The girls travel to Marianna on Thursday for a 7 p.m. ET contest. NO )> P. ~efr ~ - - ~ -.--. - touchdown. Dennis Alderman added the extra point and though they didn't realize it, Red Flashes had completed their scoring. They would muster just 87 yards rushing and 75 yards passing for 162 total yards. "I think we took ourselves out of rhythm," said Hilliard coach Paul Whittenburg, who led the team after head coach Donald Walker did not make the trip for reasons Whittenburg did not detail. "We are a good offensive foot- ball team and we knew Port St. Joe had a good defense. We just shot ourselves in the foot when we needed to make plays. We just never got fir- ing on all cylinders." When they did fire, Port St. Joe responded. Their lead cut in half, the Sharks, who rushed for 181 yards in the first quarter alone, scored on their next two possessions to douse the Red Flashes' hopes. Taking over at the Port St. Joe 21 with 3:32 left in the opening quarter, the Sharks methodically marched 79 yards in 11 plays, Davis, Parker, Jenkins and Sydney Harris doing the damage. Davis finished the drive by diving over from the 1, Just's kick making it 21-7. On the first play of the ensuing drive, Thomas attempted a deep corner to Mikey Young, the 'throw resulting in a jump ball snagged by the shorter Mike Byrd and Port St. Joe was on offense at its 37. The Sharks needed just six plays to find the end zone again, Quinn hitting Parker on a deep fade from 23 yards for the score and a 28-7 lead heading into halftime after Just added the extra point. "It's important for us not to play from behind," Palmer said. "After they made it 14- 7, we did a good job to score on the next drive and the series after that." The Sharks twice drove into Hilliard territory in the second half, but missed on a field goal set up by a daz- zling 63-yard run by Parker which he created after break- ing three tackles on a sweep right before cutting back left for big yardage and ran out the clock in the final two minutes. Primarily what they accomplished in the final 24 minutes was to melt the clock and keep the ball away from Thomas and the other speedsters populating the Red Flashes' backfield. On those occasions that the Red Flashes had the ball, they mounted just one more threat, reaching the Shark 10 early in the final period, only to have Thomas stripped of the ball on a keeper with Port St. Joe recovering the fumble. "We just tried to con- tain their speed," said Port .St. Joe defensive coordina- tor Chuck Gannon. "They have so much speed at their skilled positions. We wanted to contain (Thomas) and hit him all night. Other than one play, I thought we did that." Mayo Lafayette will come calling at 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday at Shark Field. STAR PLAYER OF THE WEEK Port St. Joe High School Ash Parker Parker, a senior, running ....i.IL back, carried six i1 times for 184 SI I yards, including a touchdown run of 77 yards and another jaunt of 63 yards, and caught one pass for 24 yards and a touch- down as Port St. Joe beat Hilliard 28-7. Defensively, Parker had three solo tackles and four assists. Member FDIC Mexico Beach 1202 Hwy. 98 Mexico Beach, FL 32456 Ashley Davis Davis, a junior lineback- solo tackles and nine assists as the Shark defense held Hilliard to just 162 yards. Davis also had two tackles for loss and two quarterback sacks. Im" otJ Port St. Joe Apalachicola 418 Cecil G. Costin, Sr. Blvd. Port St. Joe, FL 32456 58 Fourth St., Apalachicola, FL 32329 Carrabelle 912 Northwest Ave. A Carrabelle, FL 32322 II I 850-648-5060 850-227-1416 850-653-9828 850-697-5626 SPORTS SCHEDULE PORT ST. JOE SHARKS November 18, Home MAYO LAFAYETTE, 7:30 E.T. 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Ohio State 3. Miami 4. Virginia Tech 5. South Carolina E FINE WINE & SPIRITS (850) 229-2977 202 W. Hwy 98 Port St. Joe Established 1937 # Serving Gulf county and surrounding areas for 67 years IOA The Star, Port St. Joe, FL Thursday, November 17, 2005 Established 1937 Serving Gulf county and surrounding areas for 67 years "Copyrighted The Star, Port St. Joe, FL Thursday, November 17, 2005 iHA Syndicated Co Available from Commercial $ IV G wAl qf4 bo = 4m ~oti too can have an irlL'estrneIll You too can haCVe at irnvestmentt in paradise with the BEST LOT LOAN ON THE PLANET For more detitils on this. other Interest-only produces and C-onstIructioni Pei ims. please contact: Chollet Ramsey, Account Executive 850.927.4812 chollet.ramsey@bankofamerica.com Bart-ofATIPr0 ic;,' 2005 Sponsors GOLD Business Sponsors Beach Realty of Cape San Blas Happy Ours Kayak & Canoe Outpost Indian Pass Raw Bar SILVER Business Sponsors Arizona Chemical Duren's Piggly Wiggly Raffield Fisheries, Inc. 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Box 157 Wewahitchka Fl 32465-0157 (850) 639-5077 (850) 639-2553 1-800-782-6802 Fax (850) 639-5078 ggraddyins@gtcom.net F' 1.Serbing the Panhandle Sihce 1931 A material intent News Providers"' lCertified Pool Operator licensed Insured DI 850-832-8622 Unhappy with your current pool service? Try JImbo's worry free and contract free service rience, quality service with affordable prices. Free estimates Complete worry free pool maintenance including chemicals $20 OFF First month cleaning e & chemical service . t ulimft iZ l Tne STar, rort *). 1t. JoeI. -L iinU-y,- i -IIou r 17 Es e 1 7 Guf Charter Boat Owners Seek Disaster Relief By Despina Williams Star Staff Writer A succession of hur- ricanes, skyrocketing gas prices and a lingering red tide combined to make this year a devastating one for charter boat owners. But help may soon be on the way. The National Association of Charterboat Operators (NACO) is currently conduct- ing a series of workshops throughout the Panhandle, aimed at uniting charter boat owners in an effort to lobby Congress for disaster relief. On Saturday, approxi- mately 10 area charter boat owners attended a workshop conducted by NACO presi- dent Bob Zales, II at the Port St. Joe Marina. Trey Landry, owner of inshore guide service Premier Sportfishing Adventures, attended the workshop in the hopes of getting some relief after suffering a 20 percent loss in revenues. Though his boat suf- fered no damage during the storms, Landry received cancellations from a num- ber of repeat customers who found the hurricane-ridden coastline a less than desir- able vacation spot. Landry called the red tide bloom the "final blow" for the already hard-hit charter boat industry. A part-time charter boat captain, Landry said the full-time operators have suf- fered the most. "They took a huge loss. It was the worst year I've ever seen in the seven years since the Marina has been open," said Landry. At the workshop, Zales distributed comprehen- sive questionnaires to the charter boat owners, asking them to assess the damages to their boat and equipment, list the number of trip can- cellations and estimate their total gross income loss as a result of the storms. NACO will use the ques- tionnaires' findings to bol- ster its lobbying campaign. Landry said NACO will attempt to secure loans for affected charter boat own- ers at a two to three percent interest rate, a figure signifi- cantly less than they could receive at a bank. He believes the loans will do much to aid suffer- ing charter boat operators as they await the next fish- ing season. "Itll help these guys get back on their feet for Christmas," Landry said. Port St. Joe Police Department ARRESTS: On Nov 7, Dianna K. Parnell age 34 of Wewahitchka, was arrested for violation of court ordered probation. Darnell is on pro- bation for introduction of contraband into a correc- tional facility. Darnell vio- lated several conditions of her probation and a warrant was issued for her arrest. 4 On Nov 8, Anthony L. Skanes, age 40, of Port St. Joe, was arrested for resisting arrest, possession of drug paraphernalia and active child support warrant. Upon approach of Skanes on Avenue C near MLK Blvd. Skanes attempted to elude officers on foot. Skanes was arrested after short foot pur- suit and was transported to the Gulf County Jail. On Nov 9, Diane Morgan age 59 of Port St. Joe, Florida was arrested for possession of more than 20 grams of marijuana, possession with the intent to distribute and possession of drug para- phernalia. While officers were on foot patrol in North Port St. Joe they observed several people gathered near an alleyway and when approached this group ran with the exception of Morgan. Due to the strong odor of marijuana in this area these officers approached Morgan and discovered her in pos- session of illegal drugs and paraphernalia. Morgan was placed under lawful arrest for being in possession of illegal drugs. Officers found several bags of marijuana in the area where Morgan was standing that weighed approximately 160 grams along with items used to distribute these drugs. The other people with Morgan were caught on video and more arrests are expected involving this incident. On November 10, James E. Raker, age 41, of Wewahitchka, Florida was arrested for failure to appear in court on previous charges of battery, petit theft, and criminal mischief. Raker was transported to the Gulf Sponsorship Opportunity On the horizon and rapidly approaching is our Annual Christmas on the Coast Celebration! This is a two-day event, Dec 2 & 3, 2005 Friday, Dec. 2 Open House for our Merchants in Historic Downtown Port St. Joe to kick-off the Christmas Shopping Season! Tree- lighting Ceremony Frank Pate, Jr. Park Lighted Boat Parade. St. Joseph's Bay Saturday, Decembe (3rM Reindeer 5K Run, Night Parade, Sponsorship Opportunity available for the entire event or for specific activities during the two-day Celebration! Please call Kim at the Gulf County Chamber of Commerce if you would like to participate on any level at 227-1223. Email: Kim(%gulfchamber.org for more information! County Jail to await first appearance. On November 10, Douglas B. Grogan age 44, of Port St. Joe, Florida was arrested for posses- sion of marijuana. Grogan was stopped for a traffic infraction. Upon the offi- cer making contact with Grogan there was a strong odor of marijuana and alco- holic beverage coming from his vehicle. Grogan told officers that he had been smoking cannabis while operating this vehicle and extinguished this cannabis cigarette just prior to the officer's approach. Officers found several cannabis ciga- rettes inside Grogan's vehi- cle, at which time officers placed Grogan under arrest and transported him to the Gulf County Jail to await first appearance. On November 11, Eric L. Thomas age 34 of Port St. Joe, was arrested for possession of cocaine, pos- session of drug parapherna- lia and existing arrest with violence. Officers were on patrol in North Port St. Joe when two subjects entered an unsecured abandoned house known for illegal drug use. Thomas pushed one officer in attempt to elude arrest where a struggle ensued. Officers gained con- trol .of Thomas where he was found to be in possession of a "crack pipe." Upon further search of Thomas he had "crack" cocaine inside his pocket. Thomas was trans- ported to the Gulf County Jail to await first appear- ance. SALE, POSSESSION AND CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES WITHIN CITY RIGHTS-OF-WAY SECTION 6-4; PENALTY SECTION 1-15 (a) It is unlawful for any person to purchase, use, offer for sale, possess, consume or carry in any cup, glass, can or other open or unsealed container, any alcoholic beverage on the streets, sidewalk, alleys, city parks, city owned prop- erty, or rights-of-way, any public play ground, public recreational area, or public park within the city. (b) ) It is unlawful for any person to consume any alcoholic beverage or any mixture containing an alcoholic beverage on the streets, sidewalks, alleys or rights-of-way within the city or on any city-owne prop- erty which such person, as operator or passenger, is in or on any vehicles, wheth- er moving or stopped, and such consumption is open to the public. Any violations of this ordinance shall be punished by a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 60 days, or both such fine and impris- onment. 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Holmes Creek 10 acres on Holmes Creek with 650' waterfront.Some of the best fishing around located less than a quarter mile from the Choc- tawhatchee River. Property has oaks, shade trees, MH, and boat ramp nearby.Located on Shell Landing Rd. in Washington County.$350,000. ST JOE BEACH, Americus Ave Nice wooded corner lot, 65' x 150' on the 2nd tier of St Joe Beach. Great site for your new home, just a short walk to the beach! $275,000 ~i n-Il- BEACON HILL- Just a short walk across Hwy 98 to the beach from this Duplex at Beacon Hill. Each side has 3br/2.5 ba and comes w/fumrnish- ings. Each unit has parking underneath and a nice deck. $850,000 *RYALS. Real Estate Front row Left to Right: Martha Settlemire, Brittney Jackson, Lynn Ryals, Dedra Daniels; Back row Left to Right: Rhonda Blair, Danny Ryals 674-5478 229-1110 899-6472 Blountstown Office Port St.Joe Office Danny VIAj 2003 Dodge 2500, Diesel, Crewcab, Red. 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In other business: Carol Davis, with the Downtown Redevelopment County Heart would provide the Wewahitchka clinic with access to a pool of doctors. t'ent said plans were in the works for a full-time provider who would staff the hospital five days a week. , The clinic would also feature diagnostic X-ray equipment, a 340B drug discount program and ecpanded behavioral and mental health services. , Beyond the health clinic, McKnight stressed tlhe job opportunities the new hospital would provide Wewahitchka residents. Of the 260 anticipated employment vacancies, McKnight estimated that 104 would be filled by residents from the north end of the From Page 1A Agency, briefed the board on the DRA's pilot banner program. After forming a banner committee, the DRA commissioned local artist Chuck Creasy to design the artwork for four banners to be placed down Reid Avenue, U.S. 98 and Hwy. 71. The banners will feature county. With Port St. Joe's rising property values limiting affordable housing options, McKnight noted that many hospital workers will make their homes in Wewahitchka, further stimulating the local economy. Though several audience members questioned St. Joe Company's altruistic motives and responded with skepticism to McKnight's assurance that specialists would relocate to the area, the majority expressed their desire for improved health care. For the ones who spoke, the most unsettling factor in the hospital equation was the half-cent sales tax. patriotic and seasonal themes, with a rendering of a lighthouse adorned by a Christmas reef set for display on Dec. 1. The DRA has partnered with the Gulf Alliance of Local Artists (GALA) and is currently seeking sponsorship. The board approved a contract with Progress After several Wewahitchka residents urged the commission to place the taxing question on the ballot, commissioner Nathan Peters, Jr. noted that the half-cent sales tax had been the recommendation of the hospital committee. Though the board could have opted for a voter referendum, Peters said the board decided it was "more important" to put the matter to a vote. When county attorney Tim McFarland clarified the issue, noting that the county had already approved the sales tax, Fisher admitted his confusion. "Why are we having this meeting?" he asked. County hospital negotiator, Jim McKnight Energy in the amount of $1 to allow banners to be placed on Hwy. 98 and 71 Progress Energy polls. The board received a request from Verizon to place cell phone antennas on the 10th street water tower. The cell phone company will pay a rental fee of $15,000 per year for five years, with From Page IA Knowing that no further decisions would be made concerning the sales tax, both Fisher and Dickens were content to continue their support for the interlocal agreement. "If it's already going to be a half-cent sales tax and it's for health care, I'm all for it," said Fisher. While he seconded Fisher's sentiment, Dickens expressed some still lingering confusion. "Let's give [the sales tax] to the commission or the county or whoever it should go to," declared Dickens. Williams said he would take full responsibility for the breakdown in communication, noting that the county should not have made the decision to approve the sales tax without first consulting county residents. With several audience members calling the meeting a "waste of time," Williams said he would keep communication lines open in the future. "This will never happen again," he pledged. 1/) the rent then increasing 15 percent. In an effort to make the outdoor lights at City Hall match those along Reid Ave., the board approved a $4,500 lighting expenditure. The board approved city manager Lee Vincent's request to begin interviewing for an administrative assistant. IN t 1 1 Ornamental Iron & Aluminum Work *Gates & Automatic Gate Openers *Spiral Staircases *Railing *Stair Railing *Fencing I Since 1982 Call (850) 769-5192 Today for a Free Estimate KURT SCHMIDT ENTERPRISES, INC. UNDER GOD'S CONTROL ,-..-*'- "* ":. -.; .- -. 'o-- F '-: -I-'/.I WEWA MEDICAL CENTER Dr. Peter H. Obesso, aID Echo Saindon, PA-C Hours: Mondav through Frida;--S 00 a.m. to 5:00 p m N-, Patienti Welconic Piarsc Call 639-5828 for an Appointment Medicare, medicaid, BCBS & Sliding Fee .-'. t sv. -. '. .' '- ** t '-: .' .'. i-'. -.* ..%." .. -. ,. . RN OMNi'%,,,,- r,, Marcia Dickey, i,'a,, ..w, ,", *.;,,,;,, .. 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The Star, Port St. Joe, FL Thursday, November 17, 2005 ISA Es'tablished 1937 Serving Gulf county and surrounding areas for 67 years Established 1937 Serving Gulf county and surrounding areas for 67 years 16A The Star, Port St Joe. FL Thursday, November 17, 2005 Veterans Day reteranl. The P-,rt St. -oe Hieh School Chora iJ Department ent their pipes t,_, the -ong "I Am An American.' arraj.ned ',. music cUtea.(:her Ann Comforter and f'eaLturing spoken-'.wo)rd interlude-. b', .he hizgh ;:ch":)lI's dramn-i Lt ti d e r i t. C o:rn If.r t e r her elf sn-g a ro-using rendItion of "Gocd Bless, Arneric." acc.,m panied on piano by Ediwena LaV.Trenc'e After ia series )f .onre and other recit.3tiuns. the pr ogramn turned ssolemnLr as Rodney Herring recited -ihe names of Gulf C,,unt; -eterans who lost their tl\e' :n World War II, Korea and Xietnam. Ea ch name W3'aS La11unctuated by a chime :if a brass bell struck b, school board member Bill,, Quinn. Jr The pla..in o:) 'Tap-" by Match Buin,tron followed. At the cerermon'il, ' conclusion, the Student Government, led by president Emily Raffield, crossed the gymnasium to place pins on the lapels, of the-seated veterans. This year, the veterans were joined for the first time by their comrades in area nursing homes. Though the high school staged a moving' Veterans Day ceremony, Ramsey stressed the importance of every-day patriotism. He left both young and old with some parting wisdom: "Learn the Pledge of Allegiance and say it often, learn and sing the National Anthem, give the American flag the respect it deserves and thank every veteran you come in contact with for giving us the opportunity to live free." VFW Post Honors Fallen Comrades A small crowd of veterans from VFW Post No. 10069, members of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary and guests assembled in front of the courthouse on Friday for the VFW Post's annual Veterans Day ceremony., Chaplain Ron Groleau expressed the solemnity of the occasion, describing the holiday as "a day for every American to contemplate the price of our liberty." The ceremony featured the traditional placing of a wreath beneath the courthouse veteran's memorial and a speech from VFW "Voice of Democracy" essay contest winner Kelly Geoghagan. Geoghagan, a Port St. Joe High School Senior, framed her exploration of American liberty by describing a trip to New York City's Ground Zero this May.' After contrasting the oppressive nature of the Al Qaeda regime to the liberty she enjoys as an American citizen, Geoghagan said she would never again take freedom for granted. The VFW Post lost three cherished veterans this year. Former Chaplain Talmadge Kennedy suffered a heart attack last Veteran's Day and Marvin "Corky" Barker, a World War II veteran, died a short time ago. Retired Army pilot Richard Seefeldt passed away last Tuesday. During his 29-year military career, Seefeldt served in the Korean and Vietnam Wars, flew Black Hawk helicopters and earned the Distinguished Flying Cross. Groleau described Seefeldt as "a true friend to all of us, an outstanding soldier who had a distinguished career in the US Army." Seefeldt's wife, Ginny and daughter, Susan attended the ceremony. Both described the loss of their loved one as a blessing. Seefeldt had fought bravely for two years with liver disease, and had at last found peace. Before the ceremony, Susan said she had no doubt her father is heaven. "He's up there flying," she said. Susan received the confirmation she needed during the playing of "Taps," when a hawk circled the American flag. 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L - )OAST HISTORIC DOWNTOWN PORT ST.JOE,FLORIDA DECEMBER 2-3, 2005 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS All times Eastern DECEMBER 2 ALL DAY MERCHANTS CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE Come browse the dazZling array of unique shops and stores in Historic Downtown Port St. Joe. Downtown Reid Ave. 6:00 PM TREE-LIGHTING CEREMONY Prizes awarded & musical entertainment Frank Pate Park 6:30 PM BOAT PARADE St. Joseph Bay a DECEMBER 3 9:00 A.M. 5K REINDEER RUN Long-sleeved shirts to the 1st. 100 entrants! Registration will begin at 8:00 A.M. Corner of Reid Ave. & Cecil Costin, Sr. Blvd. iv- Emily Raffield 6:00 P.M. LIGHTED CHRISTMAS PARADE Reid Avenue --------------------------- U. REINDEER 5K RUN & FITNESS WALK 9:00 a.m. (EST) Saturday December 3, 2005 You are invited to the Annual Reindeer 5K Run. Bring your children and friends. Let's promote fitness and have fun, too! Walkers welcome! Run course: The run starts and ends at the corner of Reid Avenue and Cecil G. Costin, Sr. Blvd. The course is flat and fast! T-shirts: T-shirts to the first 100 registered runners/walkers by race day. Registration: Registration will begin at 8:00 a.m. EST on Saturday, December 3rd. Registration fee is $15.00 ly and $20.00 on race day. On-line registration available on www.gulfchamber.org "Christmas on the Coa I I Sear- ast" , Awards: $50.00 cash award to the 1st Overall Male and Female runners. Additional awards will be 3 deep in 5 year age groups. rofnI nation: Contact the Gulf County Chamber of Commerce 3. ENTRY FORM Name: I Address Age: Sex:_ Phone: ---P----------- E- -----------FO 1 I PARADE ENTRY FORM Yes, we will be able to participate in the Annual Christmas Parade to be held on Saturday, De- cember 3, 2005 in Port St. Joe, FL. The parade will begin at 6:00 p.m., beginning on Costin Blvd., proceeding north on Reid Avenue. ENTRY DEADLINE IS: Nov. 30, 2005 S Name of Organization: II Address: Contact Person: I g I Phnne i#: Fax#: I I i Email address: I I I I i-I (III t. I.1 e U ne)t / .J lv g- y /- l llI. Waiver: I assume all risks associated with running this event, including but not limited to, falls, contact with other participants, the effects of weather, including high heat and/or humidity, traffic, and the condition of the road, all such risks known and appreciated by me. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts and in condition of your accepting my entry, representatives and successors from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in the Reindeer 5K Run I Signature: Datfe: II II II Make checks payable to: Reindeer Run, Gulf County Chamber of Commerce 155 Capt. Fred's Place, Port St. Joe, FL 32456 I. ---------------------- ---- 'I What are you entering? Please circle one: I Band -- # of members Float -- # of members Shriners -- # of members Car -- # of people Walking Unit -- # of people Boat -- # of people Please return entry form to: Gulf County Chamber of Commerce P. 0. Box 964 Port St. Joe, FL 32457 ---- ----- Or bring to: Chamber Office at 155 Capt. Fred's Place (formerly 4th St.) 227-1223 PRIZE FOR FLOATS 1st Place $150.00 2nd Place $100.00 3rd Place $ 75.00 PRIZE FOR BOATS I 1st Place $150.00 2nd Place $100.00 3rd Place $ 75.00 I PRIZE FOR MOST CREATIVE IN PARADE $200.00 ------- . 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FEMA flood, lucrative $649,900 rental, & more! $547,000 N FRONT lot Bias $989,000 e San Bias $425,000 Eastpoint BAYFRONT lot $499,000 Mexico Beach corner lot $425,00 Indian Pass interior lot $450,000 Scenic Hwy C30 lot $299,900 Park Point Interior lot $375,000 First tier lot Cape San Bias $749,000 1 100' on the intercoastal in Overstreet The time of day when electricity is used can make a big difference to Florida, and ultimately, to you. By practicing "peak shifting" shifting the time of day when you use such household appliances as your washing machine, vacuum or dishwasher you can help reduce electric demand during peak times of the day, thereby reducing the overall cost of power in Florida. A consumer's demand for electricity is influenced by the electricity-consuming appliances in his or her home or business, and the extent to which those appliances are used. The "load" that a utility must supply, meanwhile, is the total of all customers' electric demand. Because customers use electricity in different amounts at different times of the day, the load changes over the course of the day, the week and the year, as well as with changes in the weather. How Does a Utility Meet the Demand for Electricity? A utility may generate electricity, purchase power from other utilities, or utilize a combination of both. Unlike most products, electricity cannot be stored after it is produced; it must be generated at the time of demand. Therefore, there are "peak" periods of the day during which utilities must produce additional electricity to meet the demands of their customers. To meet this additional demand for electricity, utilities often use "peaking generators." These peaking generators, which burn oil or natural gas to' produce electricity, are brought on line only at peak periods of the day, and run for short periods of time. While peaking generators generally cost less to build than other types of generators, they also have relatively high fuel costs because they are typically much less efficient in the use of fuel. How Does All This Affect the Cost of Electricity? Your electric rates include the cost for the generating units (if any) that a utility owns and operates, the cost of fuel for those Units, the cost of power purchased from other utilities, and the cost of any conservation or load management programs offered by the utility. Reducing the total amount of electricity you use reduces your bill. In addition, reducing electric use at peak times of the day, or peak shifting, saves expensive fuel that would otherwise be used in a peaking unit. That translates into savings for all customers of that utility. How Do I Practice Peak Shifting? Use electric appliances such. as washing machines, clothes dryers, dishwashers and vacuums during non-peak hours, when possible. Generally, the BESTtimes to use electric appliances in Florida are as follows: WINTER ) 10 a.m. 6 p.m. 9 p.m.- 6 a.m. SUMMER ) Midnight Noon 8 p.m. Midnight Generally, the WORST times to use electric appliances in Florida are as follows: ( WINTER ) S SUMMER ) 6 a.m. 10 a.m. Noon 8 p.m. 6 p.m. -9 p.m. Some utilities offer "load management" programs to help reduce demand during peak periods. Under such programs, a participating customer agrees to allow the utility to control the flow of electricity to certain larger electric appliances, such as heat pumps or water heaters, that are not needed by the customer at peak times of the day. Call your local electric utility for tips on using energy wisely, and to find out about any load management or conservation programs that may be offered. Call the Florida Public Service Commission at 1-800-342-3552 for more information on energy conservation, or visit us atwww.floridapsc.com. Braulio L. Baez is the Chairman of the Florida Public Service Commission. The PSC sets the rates regulated utility companies charge for natural gas, electric and telephone service within the state. In 36 counties, it sets the price you pay for the water you drink, if your water company is privately owned. * . CALL~ US FOR YO]UR FRE] E PROPERTY VAL]UE AjNA!i]tV TISII[ I Sonn20 rim 1- - cstOabiseIU 7 -/ cirvingy uIc n .. unuN mlii ff 6y- T-h P -ov /-- P S.o FL hNvm r 72 5 Adopt A Senior Please join A&A HomeCare, Inc. in adopting a local senior citizen for Christmas this year. You can help bring cheer and joy into their lives during the holiday season. We will be taking gifts such as food, clothing and items from seniors' wish lists. If you know a senior in need, we would be glad Matthew Roberson Turns Three Matthew H. Roberson, Jr., son of Matt & Beth Roberson of Tallahassee, recently celebrated his third birthday. The theme of Matthew's party was "Madagascar" and was held at the Tallahassee Museum of History and Natural Science in Tallahassee. Matthew's paternal grandparents, Ralph & Margaret Roberson, and his maternal grandparents, Don and Judy Kosin, all of Port St. Joe, along with all of his little friends had a great time helping Matthew celebrate his birthday. to add them to our adoption list. Beginning Nov. 28, please come by our office to adopt a senior angel from our Christmas tree or call 639-3333 or 227-3331. We are located at 211 N. Hwy. 71 in Wewahitchka. More details to follow in the next issue. Wewahitchka Lions Club On Saturday, Oct. 29, Pins and member certificates the Wewahitchka Lions to them. Club had their installation Guest included: Lynn dinner for eight incoming Haven, Parkway, Bay new members at the County, and Mexico Beach Wewahitchka Community Lions Clubs. Center. .We are looking to the Nancy Cummings was future. We have applications the guest speaker, who W also in the past has held given to several prospective the office of governor for members. If you would like Lions International. She to join our Wewahitchka inducted the new members Lions Club contact Bernice by bestowing their Lion Club Moore at 6.39-46S9. Red Hat Chit Chat Ann Jones wishes to invite the Beach Bells Red Hatters to attend a paint- your-own-pottery gathering at 10:30, December 1 Glazed Expectations next door to Hobby Lobby; 838 W. 23rd Street. Panama City. Lunch w-ill be at 12.30 at Oli\v Garden. Call Ann at 648- 1006 for reservations 'Seven Days Of Opening Nights' 2006 Offers Kaleidoscope Of Artists, Performers From country to jazz, Edition II at Ruby Diamond from dance to theatre, the Auditorium, FSU Feb. 17 eighth season of Seven Days Opening Reception and art of Opening Nights, Feb. 16- exhibit at FSU Museum of 28,2006, offers a spectacular Fine Arts; array of world-renowned Additional exhibits artists and performers. on Napoleon and Florida's The annual festival is artists at Brogan Museum produced by Florida State of Art and Science and University and sponsored by Museum of Florida History a host of educational and Feb. 17 Pat Metheny Trio community partners. Live w/Christian McBride and music performances include Antonio Sanchez at Ruby American icon Willie Nelson Diamond Auditorium, FSU; (sponsored by Capital City Feb. 18 Saturday Matinee Bank); five-time, Grammy of the Arts at Tallahassee Award winningsinger/ Museum of History and songwriter Natural Science; Feb. 18 Al Jarreau; jazz PHILADANCO at Ruby musicians Pat Metheny Diamond Auditori.um, ,F.U.; . Trio w/Christian, Meride "Frs9 19- Dan Zanes and and Antonio Sanchez; and .*.Friends -at Ruby Dis--:riond musician/storyteller: Arlo Auditorium, iSU;0 Feb. 19 ' Guthrie's "Alice's Restauranmtt ,aiBeih..iA the Broken Words Massacree 40th Anniversary at Turner Auditorium, Tour." Not to be missed: Tallahassee Community Pulitzer Prize-winning College; Feb. 20 MOMIX: author Richard Russo; writer Passion at Ruby Diamond and storyteller Garrison Auditorium, FSU; Feb. 21 - Keillor's "Lake Wobegon Richard Russo at University Days"; actors Roscoe Lee Center Club, FSU; Feb. Browne and Anthony Zerbe 21 Al Jarreau at Ruby in "Behind the Broken Diamond Auditorium, FSU; Words," a celebration of 20th Feb. 22 Garrison Keillor: century poetry and drama Lake Wobegon Days at Ruby at Tallahassee Community Diamond Auditorium, FSU College; a dance performance Feb. 23 PRI's From by PHILADANCO; and the Top at Ruby Diamond MOMIX "Passion," a Auditorium, FSU Feb. 24 multimedia performance by Arlo Guthrie's Alice's dance illusionists. Restaurant Massacree, Among the special 40th Anniversary Tour at musical features are aPRISM: Special Edition II concert featuring FSU bands and ensembles in a surround- sound setting, and PRI's From the Top, broadcast live '-/ .il i- r from FSU (made possible by Port St. Joe Apalachicola the National Endowment for 850-227-8113 the Arts, the Massachusetts Surrounding Area Toll Free Cultural Council and the 866-473-9999 PRI Program Fund). From Change Bad Water the Top host Christopher Into O'Riley returns for a second High Qua/ity Water appearance as he joins the High Quality Water FSU University Symphony -Removes- Orchestra (sponsored by Iron a Sulfur- Hardness Legacy Toyota). Chlorine ABad Taste Opening the festival are Bacterial Control an art exhibit and reception Bad Odor at the FSU Museum of Fine * Arts. The exhibit, "High Don't buy without a Roads, Low Roads: Anthems, quote from us. We will Dirges, Myth," reflects the shape of the American save you lots of money. highway in print, sculpture Water Solutions and photography. At A Fraction Of The Also on the Seven Days High Priced Dealers schedule are the traditional Call For A Water Test And family-friendly Saturday Water Filter Information Matinee of the Arts; another No Charge For This Service family-friendly .performance See How Much $ with singer/songwriters You Can Save Dan Zanes and Friends; arts , seminars, and much more. O.. i' Benefits of the Seven e7 S 90 Days festival extend beyond Since 1960 performances alone: artists and performers offer master classes, community forums and other educational opportunities for students and arts lovers at all levels. Discounted series "25 Year Limited tickets (four or more events) are available. For schedule Warranty and ticket information, call 850-644-6500 or see www. sevendaysfestival.org. All performances are subject to change. For information on becoming a member and special supporter of Seven Days of Opening Nights, call 850-644-7670 or visit www. -. sevendaysfestival.org. ' Complete Schedule Take Control With The Leader I Feb. 16 PRISM: Special Rubv Diamond Auditorium. FSU; Feb. 25 Christopher O'Rilev with the Universit-, Symphony Orches tra at Rubv Diamirond .Auditorium. FSU: Feb. 27 Heading and the Arts symposium at FSU College of Medicine: Feb. 28 Willie Nelson at Ruby Diamond Auditorium. FSIU. 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Additional charges apply. See below.-* The Star, Port St. Joe, FL Thursday, November 17, 2005 3B P+-1,NA-4 7017 q,-rvinri C' ijif rnunfv and surrounding areas for 67 years 4D Ine Star, rorT ST. JOe, i. I*uio uuy, 1a7vv o ItS ey, .. --- Florida Department Of Health Promotes The American Cancer Society's Great American Smokeout On November 17 The Florida Department of Health (DOH) joins the American Cancer Society (ACS) to encourage smokers to quit smoking for one day, and by doing so, strive to maintain a smoke-free lifestyle. Both agencies stress the importance of tobacco users participating in the Great American Smokeout. "By participating in the Great American Smokeout, smokers can learn to develop self-control over smoking and its fatal consequences related to smoking," said DOH Secretary M. Rony Francois, M.D., M.S.P.H., Ph.D. "Floridians should have the opportunity to live in a smoke-free environment." According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, tobacco kills more Americans than alcohol, car accidents, suicide, AIDS, homicide and illegal drugs combined. Since 1977, the Great American Smokeout has been in effect to help smokers end their addiction. Quitting tobacco reduces the risks of lung cancer, heart and respiratory disease. Are You confused about the Medicare Prescription Plan? Medicare Part D Are you confused about the Medicare Prescription Plan? (Medicare Part D). The office of Dr. Owen D. Oksanen is offering a free class, under the direction of Barbara' C. Oksanen, RSN, Friday Nov. 18, at p.m. Seating is limited. Please call for reservations: 229-8221. According to Cancer Facts & Figures 2005, " Lung cancer is the leading cause of death in the U.S. for both men and women." In addition, "secondhand smoke may be responsible for about 3,000 lung cancer deaths in nonsmoking adults and an additional 35,000 to 40,000 cases of heart disease in people who are not current smokers." Since 1998, smoking in Florida has decreased by 42 percent among high school students and by 60 percent among middle school students (Florida Youth Tobacco Survey, 2005). As for adult smokers, the rate in Florida declined 27 percent between 2003 and 2005. The Department of Health's toll free Tobacco Cessation Quit lines available 24 hours a day, at 1-877-U- CAN-NO (1.877.822.6669), to help people quit smoking and remain tobacco free. Good motivational reasons for quitting are: Prevention of chronic obstructive lung" disease , strokes and sudden cardiac death. Lowering your chances of having a heart attack, stroke or cancer. Reducing the risk of infertility among child bearing women Reducing the risk of mouth cancers. Reducing risks for diseases such as stomach cancer, kidney cancer, pneumonia, lung cancer, throat cancer and cardiovascular diseases -more- Page 2/ Great American Smokeout: DOH encourages all citizens not to smoke and to participate in the GreatAmerican Smokeout by giving up smoking on this day. Throughout Florida, there will be local activities to help people quit smoking. Join millions throughout the country wno are taking mthe o first step to a healthier and ,j tobacco-free lifestyle. .] DOH promotes and q- protects the health and . safety of all people in Florida..., through the delivery of ., quality public health services and the promotion of health care standards. For more information, please visit'' www.doh.state.fl.us/tobacco I or the American Cancer" Society at www.cancer.org , Florida Department of Health Observes National Radiation Protection Professionals Week, Nov. 6-12 The Florida Department who make Florida a safer of Radiation Control is the of Health (DOH), along with place to live," DOH Secretary regulatory body responsible the Conference of Radiation M. Rony Francois, M.D., for ensuring the safe and Control Program Directors M.S.P.H., Ph.D., said. secure use of x-ray machines., and Radiation Protection "Radiation protection and radioactive materials,,, Professionals in. Florida, professionals promote theproviding emergency join together to observe safe, secure and effective providing emergency the week of Nov. 6-12 as use of radiation in consumer response for radiation related-! National Radiation Protection products, transportation, incidents and monitoring". Professionals Week. energy, research and medical environmental health risks. The observance is applications." The Bureau also works closely designated in recognition of Radiation Protection with medical physicists in the commitment of radiation Professionals touch all public and private sectors protection professionals and aspects of Floridians' lives, to ensure that medical:' in honor of the discovery of from the food they eat and procedures are available andA-: X-ray radiation by Wilhelm the roads they use, to the performed properly. For more Roentgen on Nov. 8, 1895. medical facilities that provide performed properly. For mo r "This week is an diagnostic procedures and information, visit the DOH opportunity to express. therapeutic applications that Web site at www.doh.state.-' gratitude to all radiation improve their quality of care. fl.us and select "Radiation"I protection professionals The Department's Bureau Control" from the drop box. ' 1st Annual National Hospice and Home Care Month Community Event Hospice of the Emerald event, "There's No Place food and children's activities. Coast and Mid South Like Home," is being held on The event is free and open to -; Home Care are pleased to Saturday, Nov. 12, from 10 the public. ao u n 1 C is l q n n Tua th Bn announce its 1st Annual Community Awareness Event in celebration of National Hospice and Home Care Month. This year's a.m. ti 3 p.m. u.. atI e 1ay Medical Plaza at the comer of Highway 77 and Baldwin Road. The event features local vendors, entertainment, For more information contact Hospice of the Emerald Coast at 850-769-.- 0055. DOH Updates Flu Vaccine Recommendations Today, Florida Secretary of Health, M. Rony Frangois, M.D., M.S.P.H., Ph.D., announcedrecommendations for all Floridians concerning flu vaccine and distribution. "I understand the frustrations some Floridians have experienced when trying to locate flu vaccine in the last two weeks. A recent nnoruncement -by Florida's distributor of ,. Chiron manufactured flu vaccine indicating they will only fill a portion of their orders will make locating flu vaccine even more difficult for the next few weeks," said Frangois. "Even though Florida is anticipating a significant shipment of vaccine from the CDC in early December, we need to make the best use of the vaccine that is currently available and offer alternatives as appropriate. '--Int-light of'the supply: ''hallenges;:'we I are experiencing, I am making the following recommendations:" All health care providers-', should review their patient " population carefully and if' necessary limit the available vaccine to those patients in the high-risk category until W supplies stabilize. Floridians who are. healthy, and between the ages i of 5 and 49, should discuss t, the value and availability ofi, Flumist .with,, their.. health care provider.. ,, : parentsts should discuss q pediatric flu vaccine with,, their primary health care provider. Immunizing your children will not only offer them protection from flu but indirectly will also help protect your family. The peak of flu season in Florida is in mid February. A vaccination in November or December will still provide you with protection from influenza. Seniors should remember that pneumonia is a serious complication of flu. Talk to your health care provider about receiving a pneumococcal inoculation. Floridians are encouraged to take other steps to prevent getting and spreading the flu this season including: Wash your hands thoroughly and frequently with soap and warm water. (Anti-bacterial liquid hand gels are useful if soap and water are unavailable.) Cover your mouth when you cough. Stay home when you are sick, and keep children home from school and daycare when they are sick. Stay healthy: get plenty of rest, healthy foods, fluids and exercise. 2720 CR-30 2720 CR-30 Port St. Joe, FL 32456 Office: 850-227-1501 .,. Toll Free: 800-876-2611 TO ] Todd Serving Port St. Joe, Cape San Bias, R l Nr I Indian Pass, Mexico Beach & Surrounding Are, uC. REAL EST B ROW | Tom Todd, Broker/Owner ; -. 4 - GOLFERS PARADISE 724 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD 3/2.5 townhouse, next to theCountry Club. Great view of the golf course. In good condition. Homeowners Association. MLS#106604. $247,500. as. 1120 COUNTRY CLUB RD. 3br/3b home on the 8th tee at St. Joe Bay C.C. Approx1 850 sq. ft. Lovely country setting yet close to town. Large lot(.98ac). $525,000. MLS # 107116. Eve. Perry McFarland, Realtor Assoc. 229-6153. -_' -.. .-~ 545 BARRIER DUNES DR. 3/3.5 be Excellent condition. Great view of gulf. New fridg, AC, and ext. paint. Part. Furn. Seller Motivated $495,000. MLS# 107798. Tom Graney, Realtor Associate. GULF PINES DR. 1st. tier lot. Excellent view. FEMA Ins. Deeded access to beach. 1/2 oc. m/I. Great neighborhood. MLS # 108679. $650,000. GULF FRONT LOt 116 S. 36th St. Mexico Bch, Superior viewl Beautiful beach. Near Pier. Possible DUPLEX potential. Tom Graney, Realtor Associate, 647-3736 MLS # 103569. 723 GULP AIRE DRIVE 5br/3ba Executive style gulf view home. Approx 3,000 sq. ft. Price includes 22' power boat, motor and trailer. $999,000. MLS# 107025.'Eves. Tom Graney, Realtor Assoc. 647. 3736. Very comfortable 3/2 brick home located on street behind GP Hospital. Ronovated lost two years w/new appliances, roof, floor covering, kitchen cabinets and interior point. 148'x146' lot. Perry McFarland, Realtor Assoc, 229-6153 MLS# 107737. 125 BELLAMY CIRCLE 4 BR/2 BA home. 2000 sq. ft. Spacious family room with cedar walls. Beautiful fireplace. Large trees in quiet neighborhood. MLS#104751 $189,900. Eve. Perry McFarland, Realtor Associate, 850-229-6153. s- -, ------- No New 3/3 home. Great view of the gulf. Also view of the bay. Deeded access to the beach. Flood zone "X". Large (1/2 ac.) high and dry lot. Ask for Tom Todd or any agent. MLS#107862. $737,500 630 SEACLIFFS DRIVE 4br/4.5bo townhome overlooking the pool and a great gulf view. All furnishings included in sale. Great Buy at $575,000. MLS# 107144. -U BEACH COTTAGE 208 41h St., Mexico Beach. Nice collage on 75'x 112' lot. Located in 3rd black from dedicated public beach. lot also for sale. Perry McFarland, Realtor Associate, 229-6153. MLS# 108525. $325,000. 4LeSD2 S OeBah 25,0T. 9141 Cockles Dr. (2 avl.) 220 Whiting St. 4023 Cape San Bias Rd. (2avl.) 8080 Cape San Bias Rd. 130 Cottage Lane Spacious 3/3 home in St. Joe at corner of Long Ave. and 7th. Commercial potential. Price reduced to $325,000. MLS#108402. Perry McFarland, Realtor Associate, 229- 6163. OVERSTREET, 4090 CR 386 Beautiful triple wide, 3/2 MH with deck on front. Only 4 miles from beach. Land area is 2.61oc. w/50'x75' fish pond. Has two storage sheds, one with garage. Fenced back yard. MLS#104116. $350,000. St. Joe Beach $225,000 ea. Highland View $300,000 1.18Acres $1,150,000 ea. Commercial $ 1,375,000 First tier Indian Pass $ 575,000 Tom Graney, Kealtor Associate Any Agent Tom Graney, Realtor Associate Tom Graney, Realtor Assoc. Tom Todd, Realtor I I-auxbmkvv-l .,., ., E 'dw? mommom Established 1937 Serving Gulf county and surrounding areas for 67 years..;, AM -rL- c&- P-4 Q+ I-- r-I Thiirqcinv- November 17. 2005 Esiushed >IW/ 9 z 7i x -. .-- -. ,-w-- Florida Department Of Health Recognizes Prematurity Awareness Day On November 15 -November is dedicated to help support the babies fighting for life- The Florida Department of Health (DOH) Division of Family Health Services is supporting the March of Dimes (MOD) in recognizing Prematurity Awareness Day as a day to observe the national crisis of premature babies and lifelong disabilities. "All of us should take this important day to recognize the serious implications of babies who are born too soon, too small," said DOH .Secretary M. Rony Frangois, M.D., M.S.P.H., Ph.D. While we have made great strides to improve health outcomes for pregnant women and babies, we have far to go in reducing the number of babies who are born premature." According to the March of Dimes, since 1981, the rate of premature births rose from 9.4 percent to 12.3, an increase of almost 29 percent. In 2003, there were 27,645 preterm births in Florida, representing 13 percent of live births. In a pregnant woman who is not yet at term, here are some of the warning signs of an impending premature delivery: Contractions (your abdomen tightens like a fist) every 10 minutes or more often Change in vaginal discharge (leaking fluid or bleeding from your vagina) Pelvic pressure-the feeling that your baby is pushing down Low, dull backache There are a number of factors that may contribute to premature deliveries, for example, smoking, alcohol consumption and stress. Healthy babies need healthy mothers. According the Division Family Health Services, mothers work toward healthy outcomes by being as healthy as possible before and during pregnancy, reducing factors that are known to play a role in low birth weight and prematurity, and spacing their babies 18 months to two years apart. New Mail Tracking Service Lets Military Families Know Their Shipment Has Arrived Washington, DC combat areas. on the most popular items Military families now have Packages being sent by ordered to send care packages a convenient way to track Parcel Post to all Air/Army to the troops. the status of Express Mail Post Office (APO) or Fleet This kit may be ordered sent to loved ones stationed Post Office (FPO) ZIP Codes by calling 1-800-610-8734 around the world. Through should be mailed no later and requesting CAREKIT04. a new tracking service than Saturday, Nov. 12, The kit contains four Priority available on usps.com, to reach troops stationed Mail boxes, sixPriority Mail military families and others overseas. Letters and cards "Flat-Rate" boxes, 10 Priority who send Express Mail to sent by First-Class Mail Mail labels, one roll of Priority service men and women can should be posted no later Mail tape, and 10 customs now confirm when their mail than Dec. 10. There are more forms with envelopes. There pieces have arrived at Military than 80 military installations is no charge for the kit. Post Offices anywhere in the worldwide. All packages and mail world except combat zones. "We are asking families must be addressed to Customers can log on and supporters to mail and individual service members, at usps.com and click on ship early this year to insure in accordance with U.S. "Track & Confirm" and enter a happy holiday for our Department of Defense the tracking number from troops," said Nick Barranca, regulations. their Express Mail receipt. Vice President of Product All military units are The deadline for shipping Development for the U.S. assigned an APO or FPO ZIP packages via Express Mail Postal Service. code and in many cases that Military Service (EMMS) is To address current ZIP Code travels with the unit. Dec. 19. Next year, the Postal demand, the Postal Service The Postal Service places Service plans to expand this has created a special "kit" APO/FPO mail on special capability to track other types that contains the necessary charter flights, commercial of mail worldwide, including mailing materials based airlines and military service aircraft to reach armed Public Service Announcement services members overseas as quickly as possible. The Gulf County no charge for the Seminar. A complete list of military Economic Development The types of Contract mailing deadlines follows. Council is pleased to Opportunites offered by the 1 EMMS: Express Mail announce a Small Business Government are in: Military Service is available to Assistance Seminar conduct- Engineering selected military post offices. ed on Wednesday, Nov. 30, Construction all Check with your local Post 1:00 3:00 p.m. ET at the trades Office to determine if this Port St. Joe Fire Department Architects service is available to your Conference Room located at Heating and Air PAL PAL s a special 410 Williams Avenue, Port Conditioning service that provides air St. Joe. Demolition/Site prepa- transportation for parcels on Mr Johnny Peace, ration a space-available basis. It is Director ofthe Small Business Grounds Maintenance available for Parcel Post items Office, Naval Surface Warfare Safety not exceeding 30 pounds in Center, Panama City, Florida, weight or 60 inches in length will conduct the seminar. Fire Prevention and girth combined. The The subject of the Seminar Vehicle Painting and applicable PAL fee must be will be "The HUBZone Rehabilitation paid in addition to the regular Empowerment Program" and'ri T ,tr Metal, Fabrication, .-...n surf c t0e 1'6f -ostage' for how it can create -business* :,- Logging ianrid- Forest each addressed piece sent by opportunities for Gulf C6-tty RestOrationi'. PAL service. 1 2 Small Businesses. There is Fencing 3 SAMt Parcels paid at Parcel Post postage rates are first transported domestically by surface and then to overseas destinations by air on a space-available basis. The maximum weight and size limits are 15 pounds and 60 inches in length and girth combined. For more detailed information on tracking and military mail, please visit the Military Postal Service's website at http://hqdainet.army.mil/ mpsa/ Gulf County Republican Party Meeting The Gulf County Republican Party will host a meeting Monday, Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. at The Port Inn. All interested Republicans are invited to attend. For more information, contact Debbie Van Zant, 850-697-5200. "Even with the best of care some babies may still be born early. However, with ongoing research and programs, we expect to assist pregnant women in getting the best care into and throughout their pregnancies and we hope to consequently stem the tide of prematurity," Frangois said. The Florida chapter of the March of Dimes will conduct a "Celebration of Hope" in front of the Old Capitol Building, which will be lit up in pink and blue to symbolize hope for premature babies, on Nov. 15 at 6:30 p.m. Individuals, local [Ii businesses and the community are encouraged to participate and support the rally to raise their awareness of premature babies and learn ways to help in the campaign to prevent premature babies. DOH promotes and protects the health and safety .of all people in Florida through the delivery of quality public health services and the promotion of health care standards. For more information, please visit www.doh.state.fl.us or www.marchofdimes.com and select Family Health Services from the drop box. -- Duane Williamson Duane Williamson, 79, of Huntsville, Al. passed away on September 19. He was a native of Albion, Nebraska. He served in the United States Navy during World War II and was a graduate of the University of Michigan in Civil Engineering. Most of his work involved the paper industry. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Ruby Williamson, his brother, Emroy Williamson, and his sister, Margaret Vandervalk. Survivors are his wife of 53 years, Sara Williamson, the former Sara Jo Costin of Port St. Joe; daughters, Karen Wood and her husband TIFFIN Special In Furnishing Whole With Our Exception Original Artwork Custom Window Treatments Free Delivery Fun Accessories Friendly & Knowledgeable Service Free Design Services Great Price Furniture & Accessory Annex-up to 75% Off 103 Reid Ave Port St. Joe, Florida 32456 850-227-3667 Neal of Birmingham, Al. and Kim Johnson and her husband, Eric of Madison, Al; son Tom Williamson and his wife Mary, of Carrollton, Georgia; five grandchildren, Jared Wood of Birmingham, Taylor Johnson and Ryan Johnson both of Madison, Adria Williamson and Emily Williamson of Carrollton, Georgia. The funeral service was held on September 22 at Huntsville First Baptist Church Chapel with Dr. Hull and Dr. Jim Moebes officiating. Burial was in Maple Hill Cemetery in Huntsville. (See OBITUARIES on Page 6B) A Benefit for Franklin County Seafood Workers Funded by the Franklin County Board of County Commissioners November 19, 2005 A celebration of the seafood Industry in Apalachicola to benefit the Franklin County Seafood Workers affected by the 2005 Hurricane Season. The event begins in Tallahassee with a daylong Motorcycle Poker Run which will end at Fort Coombs Armory in Apalachicola later in the afternoon. At 6 p.m. the Armory will be the site of Live Musical Entertainment and refreshments. All proceeds will go directly to seafood workers in Franklin County. Poker Run: Cost to participate: $20. Best hand takes 1/2 proceeds 1st stop: Capital City Harley Davidson, 1745 Capital Circle NW in Tallahassee First Bike Out: 10:30 a.m. Last Bike Out: 11:30 a.m. Last Stop: Fort Coombs Armory, 66 4th Street in Apalachicola Last Bike In: 6 p.m. For Details: Call 850-653-8277 T-Shirts & Hats Available Now and During Event To purchase you may contact 653-8277 Cosmetic & Fatuily Dentistr- STRESSED Life is stressful enough and your trip to the dentist should not add stress to your already hectic life. A trip to historic downtown Wewahitchka could change the way you feel about the dentist. Dr. David Lister and his staff truly believe in his motto "Big City Dentistry In A Small Hometown Atmosphere." Dr. Lister offers some of the latest technology dentistry has to offer such as laser therapy, in office bleaching, digital x-rays, complete oral cosmetic makeovers with the latest crown design and yes we do simple fillings, extractions, and dentures. This would explain the"Big City" dentistry aspect. While most dentist offer similar services, Dr. Lister and his staff separate themselves with their small town, friendly, no pressure atmosphere. When vis- iting our office we consider you part of our family. Whether it is the friendly helpful voice of one of our team members or the at home feel of the Old Lister Homestead that has been renovated into our state of the art facility, one will sense a feeling of true southern hospitality. Our staff will not be satisfied until you are, we guarantee that. Take the short drive that will show you what separates our office from all the rest. Call today and ask about our great summer specials. New patient specials on exams and cleaning. Honest, Quality Work With Fair Affordable Prices! mtAnoRUwMMOWKUIM1311010M HM 1 WW2 lizes Houses & Condos al Package Deals V.ug' i 4i t -,- The Star, Port St. Joe, FL Thursday, November 17, 2005 5B 10,27 9 Zorvinn rZtilf counfv and surroundina areas for 67 years E 65 me STur, For 1J. Juo, 1 L inS.inoury, r1emou** i -- JAeoe wwoe.i wite youto, ubit the, chwsdch 4f ywt dhoice thb, week&...... THE BANK Port St. Joe Mexico Beach Apalachicola Carrabelle For All Your Financial Needs MEMBER FDIC EDUAL HOUSING LENDER SOUTHERLAND FAMILY COMFORTER COSTIN & COSTIN MEXICO BEACH THE TIMES THE STAR RISH, GIBSON FUNERAL HOME FUNERAL HOME LAW OFFICES ANIMAL CLINIC 129 Commerce St. 135 W Hwy 98 & SCHOLZ, P.A. W. P. "Rocky Comforter Charles A. Costin (850) 648-8811 Apalachicola Port St. Joe Wiliam J. Rish, Thomas S, Gibson, 50710th Street. Port St Joe L.F.D. PersonalnjuryRealEstate1000 Highway (850) 653-8868 (850) 2271278 Russell Scholz Workers' Compensaion GoomingBoaingPetpp www.ApalachTimes.com www.StarFLcom (850) 29-821 (850) 229-811!,.._ (850) 227-18181.1 (850) 227-1159 ,,,GS.I1a ....... The Potter's House WHERE BROKEN VESSELS ARE MADE NEW Rodney G. Leaman, Pastor 850-639-5993 850-639-4588 636 Second Street Post Office Box 631 Wewahitchka, FL 32465 SERVICE SCHEDULE Sunday Morning Worship & Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. YOU ARE WELCOME AT THE POTTER'S HOUSE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Constitution and Monument Port St. Joe (850) 227-1724 Contemporary Service 9:00 a.m. Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship: 11:00a.m. Methodist Youth Fellowhip: 6:00p.m. Evening Wonrship: 7:00p.m. K All Times are EST Dan Rhodes PASTOR JeffWhinty Minister of MsicYo"tI Deboral Loylas DirectorofChildrenMinisti Jesus is Lord an He is waiting FOR YOU AT: SigIanb viewo aptt C urc| A 382 Ling Street Highland View Port St. Joe, Florida 32456 (850)227-1306 Mike Westbrook, Pastor Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Service Discipleship Training Wednesday Prayer 9:45 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 111 ,. ,.Z. , ;lilrAj ll4iJpm'n r. ," " nsa J ay. A'4 m nC W a 'l'E ll sUdh l 1 .l1 0ntO ll --- \\ Lil--Lt.nt M,\ ..lm.t-LLL------ lIe' ii.ri.ijl: I 4lidlo Psl;,r f ) FIRST PRESBYTERIANHURCH w ',,,. 508 Sixteenth Street 2,27-17.56, Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Sixteenth Street Fellowship Time 10:45 a.m. o 01 Adult School I 11:00 a.m. - *Sunday School 0, 0 *Young Children S Highway 71/ Cecil Costin Sr. Blvc. Pastor Rev. J. Reid Cameron ~eiac 4 Uied Mi deacit 111 North 22nd Street Mexico Beach, FL 32410 Sudq WorskipSrices: 8:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m.-CST Sdiq School: 10:15 a.m. CST Open Hearts. Open minds. Open doors. The people of Mexilo Beaoh United Methodist (hirch NORSERY PROVIDED Rev. Ted Lovelace, Pastor Church/Office: 648-882Q,., Family Life Church "Touching Lives with the Love of Jesus" Join us in worship ... Aplachiol anama City 10:30 Sunday Morning Hwy. 98 7:00 Wednesday Evening Pastors Andrew & - Cathy Rutherford Reid Ave. Rhema Bible Training Center graduates Family Life church Visit our website at: familylifechurch.net y Wewahitchko ,e 323 Reid Avenue Port St. Joe 229-LIFE (5433) "The Churches of Christ Salute You" Romans 16:16 The Wewahitchka Church of Christ Meets At 2241 Hwy. 71 South, Wewahitchka (1/4 Mile North of the Overstreet Road) (850) 639-5401 Sunday Bible Study: 9:00 a.m. CT Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. CT Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. CT .. You're Among f ends at Oak Grove assembly of God David A. fernandez. Pastor Office: 850-227-1837 Parsonage: 850-229-6271 613 Madison Street Port St.Joe. JFC Schedule of Services Sunday' "ednesday Sunday School 9.45am Mid Week Meal 5:00pm .Morning worship 10:45am Mid Week Bible Study 6:15pm XKids on theMove 10:45am Ministry In actionn 6:15pm Cross Training Youth 6:15pm Men's Ministry Monday 6:30pm Cadles Ministry Tuesday- 7:00pm Dynamic raise &Worship Preaching the Pure Word ,.,, Church of Christ at the Beaches I 314 Firehouse Road * OVERSTREET 850-647-1622 Sunday Bible Study: 10:00 am EST Sunday Worship: 11:00 am EST S Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00 pm g 9 "WE WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR LIFE" CHURCH OF CHRIST MEETS Singing: 9 a.m. Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Call 229-8310 WRITE FOR FREE EIGHT LESSON BIBLE STUDY P. 0. Box 758 Port St. Joe, FL 32457 Corner of 20th Street & Marvin Avenue j N-a A BEACH BAPTIST CHAPEL 311 Columbus St. St. Joe Beach, FL 32456 M A LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE LORD SUNDAY: GeneralAssembl 9:45 am. Bible Study all ages 10 a.m. Morning Worship II a.m. Evening Worship 6p.m. WEDNESDAY: Choir Practice 6p.m Prayer Meeting 6 Youth Group 7p.m. "0 taste and see that the Lord is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in Him.' Please accept this invitation to join us in worship. God bless you! Pastor David Nichols Church 647-3950 Home 769-8725 First Baptist Churchfi 102 THIRD STREET, PORT ST. JOE Brent Vickery, Pastor Buddy Caswell, Minister of Music & Education Michael Rogers, Minister to Students Sunday School ........ .............. 9:45 am Morning Worship Service .. 8:30 & 11:00 am Disciple Training .............................6:00 pm Evening Worship ....................... 7:00 pm Wednesday Prayer Meeting ............ 6:30 pm Mon-Fri: Devotion on 105.5 FM. 7:49 am ET S"THE EXCITING PLACE TO WORSHIP" ,,> The friendly place to worship! First Baptist Church MEXICO BEACH Located at 823 N. 15th St., Mexico Beach Corner of 15th & California 648-5776 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES Worship-Sundays at 10:00 am. and 6:00 p.m. Bible Study-Sundays at 9:00 a.m. (all ages) Wednesday-Prayer and Bible Study at 6:30p.m. Please note, all times central! Nursery Provided for All Services! Reverend Eddie LaFountain "A Reformed Voice gw < in the Community" c Dr. Bill Taylor, Pastor Sunday School .......................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday Fellowship ..... .........10:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Service .......... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ............6:00 p.m. Tuesday Night (Bay St. Joseph) .. 6:30 p.m. Thursday Firehouse Fellowship ....6:00 p.m. 801 20th Street Port St. Joe 229-6707 Home of Faith Christian School -. TO KNOW CHRIST AND TO MAKE HIM KNOWN ++ ST. JAMES' EPISCOPAL CHURCH 800 22nd STREET, PORT ST. JOE The Rev. Joseph A. Hagberg, Rector 8:00 and 11:00 a.m. (EST) Sunday School 9:45 Holy Eucharist With Healing Tuesdays at 12 noon Holy Eucharist Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. Child Care Provided for at 11:00 . www.stjamesepiscopalchurch.org 850-227-1845 ,A Long Avenue Baptist Church Where Faith, Family & Friendship are found God's Power....The Bible says, "The Lord is slow to anger &' great in power." His power is often on display for our good. Moses said, The eternal God is your refuge, & underneath are the everlasting arms." God is always faithful to His Word. Whatever situation or circumstance you find yourself in right now, let God's power transform you in the midst of it. Power is one of His primary attributes let Him work in your life as never before. 1601 Long Avenue Port St. Joe, FL *For More Information Call 229-8691 Worship on Sunday: 10:30am Bible Study on Sunday: Worship on Wednesday: and 7:00pm 9:15am and 6:00pm 7:00pm St. James Episcopal Church Women Hold Fall Meeting St. James' Episcopal St. James' Episcopal Church Women (ECW) held Church has been involved for their annual fall meeting several years in Operation Monday, Nov. 7, to review Christmas Child, a project their activities over the of Samaritan's Purse, an summer months and to plan International relief program. the upcoming year.... This fall we were able to fill Mexico Beach Christian Worship Center A service of healing and deliverance is being held, by the Mexico Beach Christian Worship Center, on Sunday Nov. 20, at 9:30 a.m. The service will be held at the Mexico Beach civic Center. The Civic Center is behind Parker Realty in the northern part of Mexico Beach. It is the white building with the dark green roof, which is just behind a row of gifts shops. There will be a teaching Beach Baptist The Beach Baptist Chapel dinner menu for Wednesday, Nov. 16 will include ham, sweet potatocasserole and corn casserole. Dinners will be served between 4 and 6 p.m. ET and may be eaten in or taken out. Orders can be placed by call- ing the church office at 647- 3950. The church is located at 311 Columbus St. in St. Use Me, Use me for your glory Lord, in all I say and do. Let my light shine brightly, that others might see you. Help me hold tightly to what is eternal, The things which are temporal let loose. I know there's no u haul behind a hearse, c- And neither is there a caboose. We brought nothing into this world, Well take nothing out when we leave. Help me show others, that they might see and believe. Help me show others the strength of my snchor, DePietro Lauretta Walden DePietro, passed away Wednesday, November 9, 2005 in Panama City. She was born May 27, 1921 in -Silver Point, Tennessee. Lauretta was the daughter of on how to receive a healing from God in Jesus' name, and then a time of prayer according to James 5:14-15 for anyone needing a heal- ing touch, or a deliverance. Anyone sincerely seeking a healing or deliverance, or simply seeking a blessing, is invited to attend. For further information call 648-5773. TimMorrill Pastor Dinner Menu Joe Beach. A donation of $5 per plate is appreciated. All are invited to attend. Dinner will not be served on Nov. 23. Beach Baptist Chapel dinner menu for Wednesday Nov. 30 includes: baked mac and cheese w/ ground beef, and string beans. Desserts and tea are served with all dinners. Lord When storms arise each day. Lord hold my hand and guide me as I try to lead the way. .Help me keep my eyes on Jesus, It's a must to win this race. ..., Mp, shq9w .,hat, true lovelis; . When a person is saved by grace. I will honor you each day Lord, For this grace you've shown to me. Let me be a living pat- tern, Lord, that others might see thee. Emmett Sanders Walden and Vinnie Puckett Love. She was a graduate of Berea Academy in Kentucky and attend- ed Tennessee Polytechnic University. In the early 1960's she worked at WJDM Television in Panama City. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Michele Angelo DePietro; her brother, , e"Our Church can be your home" first Church of the Nazarene 2420 Long Avenue Port St. Joe, Florida 32456 (850) 229-9596 Sunday School .................. 10 j r, Sunday Morning Worship .......... 11 a m Sunday Evening Worship ........... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service .... 7 p.m. ^^^^^^^^^^^ 1e 88 shoe boxes with toys and personal items for children over the world. These shoe boxes will insure a happy Christmas for many chil- dren. The St. James's ECW have helped fund other out- reach programs such as the St. James' Youth Program in which youth from other com- munity Churches regularly join in, the Senior Citizens of Port St. Joe and Wilmer Hall, which is the Episcopal Children's Home in Mobile, Al. Dates and times for our upcoming events are: Saturday, Nov. 19, from 9 a.m. until 12 noon- St. James' Holiday Bake sale. Saturday, Feb. 4 St. James' invites the commu- nity to participate in their Treasures for $Dollars, a silent and live auction. Also, available for purchase will be one of Fr. Joseph's famous bratwurst dinners. Tuesday, Feb. 14, St. James's will honor the Senior Citizens of the church with a Valentine Banquet. In May of 2006 St. James's Church will host the Baccalaureate Reception, honoring the Graduating High School Seniors and their family and friends. Our next meeting will be in the spring of 2006. Holiday Bake Sale St. James Episcopal Church at 800 22nd Street. Nov. 19, from 9-12 a.m. in the church Social Hall. New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church will be hav- ing their Annual Harvest Day services Sunday Nov. 20. You are invited to come and wor- ship with us. Our speaker is the Rev. Cyril Mills of Tallahassee, Fl. Emmett "Pete" Walden and Usher sister, Mildred Holdnak. Lauretta is survived by her daughters, Patsy Johnson and husband Harry, Ellen Gillespie and husband Tom, Sandy Wilson and husband Charlie, and Jane Clancy and husband Owen; her grandchildren, Clifford (See OBITUARIES on Page 7B) Experience Real Spirit Led Worship! Mexico Beach Christian Worship Center Holding Services at the Mexico Beach Civic Center Sunday 9:30 AM www.mexicobeachcwc.com phone (daylight hours only) 648-5773 -WANTED New Blankets, New Heaters and Non-Perishable Food Needed Jhe Sta.t .Veui.papeb i now accepting new &tanketb, new pacee fieatelv and non-peuflihale food {o. focat ieniov citizen., and .Atuticane .Jattina eaacue.is uwd ae .ttiff in mAt avea. 'We utit fe accepting thee item.n thuouqh the month oa Vi\f"emek. Jtem.' can 6e dipped off at Jle Sta Veuoipapee located at 135 I'. Jtighqway 98 in the foat City Shiappinq eente, next to Yiqqt 'Wiq4" ..9aondaj >.idasy S:CC a.m. 5:(.' pmn. S: he next time yi t i,,t fi-qty W'utiqty, picK-up a (ood ,i .l *item and (uing it uay. 'We uwudd 9eatly appreciate it! aSo m(tLe information you may calft f achel at 227-7856. .- "-. ... .- ----w -.. -'.. ''a^-^~'?T^^&*^.|?'r^SMViSIMIWf(' vS ^^"^S8^^5 If IN .S;p,' I. Established 1937 Serving Gulf county and surrounding areas for 67 years KR TL,- 4Z4--, P-,+ r,+ I.. Fl lo Thiirqrlnv. November 17. 2005 I | | v ro uaJ,,aI IO J I f /<- 1 Tn -cw utiy ui>*u a-..li -..- -- a -- w, r Johnson, Angela J Laura Johnson, Kinlacheeny and 1 Jimmy, William T. llH, Rosalyn Gillespie Gillespie, Mollie and husband John, Roth Wilson, Mike and wife Jackie, an Millsap and husband great-grandchildren Biggs and wife Melissa Anderson, .Anderson, and Joey her sister, June Sing husband Ed; her Thorburn Puckett a Mary Jo; and her Linda Carlen and 1 Walt. A memorial ser be held at the Wewa First United M Church Saturday, N 12, 2005 at 3:00 p In lieu of flowers th suggests a donation favorite charity. The will receive friends .service at 535 South: 71 just South of the Restaurant in Wewa] Services condu Comforter Funeral Wewahitchka Chapel Richard "Dick" Seefeldt ohnson' Pilot. He served in Korea, two Meusban tours of duty in Viet Nam, huGllesbanie two tours to Antarctica, three GillAndrea years in Germany, two years Templin in Hawaii and many state- Michele side assignments. Collins After retirement from the id Terry Army he worked for Sikorsky I Ernest; Aircraft in Stratford, CT. Bryan for three years, and was a Wendy, Maintenance Manager at Ft. Michelle Rucker, AL. for three years Collins. before retiring and then went gley and to Taiwan for two years as a uncle, consultant for Sikorsky with and wife 1the Republic of China Air cousin, Force who had purchased husband Blackhawk Helicopters from Sikorsky. vice will While serving in the ahitchka US Army he received the ethodist Distinguished Flying Cross, ovember Legion of Merit, Combat ).m. CT. Infantryman Badge, The le family Bronze Star Medal and Army to your Commendation Medal (with e family many Oak Leaf Clustersi). after the His greatest accomplishment Highway was receiving the 1980 Subway Army Aviator of the Year" hitchka. Award, presented to him in, cted by Washington D.C. He was a Home very active member of the Branch VFW Post #10069, having served in many offices includ- ing the Commander and was Lie., Ax~' CW4 (Ret.) Richard .. "Dick" Seefeldt, 72, of Mexico .i: . Beach, FL died Tuesday, Nov. * 8, 2005 after a long and cou-. ;..., rageous battle with liver dis- ,'.- "'- ease at his home surrounded . by family and friends. He was a resident of the area the "Voice of Democracy" for 15 years after his retire- Chairman for many years. ment from the US Army and He was a 32nd Degree Mason Sikorsky .Aircraft and was a and a Shriner. member of the First United Dick is survived by his Methodist Church of Mexico wife of 51 years "Ginny" Beach. (Fraser); three children, He was born in Elroy, Steven (Sue) Seefeldt of Wisconsin on Feb. 17, Fairbanks, AK. Rick Seefeldt 1933 and graduated from of Grayton Beach, FL. and Janesville High School in Susan Schiavi. (Randy) of 1951. received an A&E license Elkhorn, WI; daughter-in-law for Aircraft Maintenance Mary Seefeldt of Copley, Ohio from the Vocational School in and son-in-law Ed Schiavi Janesville, WI and graduated of Beloit, WI; five grandchil- with a BS Degree in Aircraft dren. Spencer and Rikki Maintenance Management Marie Seefeldt of Copley, OH, from Embry-Riddle University and Robin, Holly and Heather of Daytona Beach. Seefeldt of Fairbanks, AK; He enlisted in the US-one-. great-granddaughter, Army in Augut' of 19,,53' nd Azaleah of Copley, OH.- a'is- proudly served his country ter Jean' Paul; brother-in-law -for, 29 years as; a Helicopter Robert (Kathy) Fraser and Margaret Louise Hamm, 75, of Port St. Joe, was called, home on rThursday. Nov 10. Mrs. Hamm was ,born Aug. 2, 1930, in Sneads, Short-Term Respite "Retreat" at BEACON VILLA When recovering from a major illness, surgery, or even an emotional loss, there may come a time when we need just a little extra care and assistance from others-a time when it is best not to be alone. With the needs of our Senior Community in mind, we are pleased to offer short-term accommodations at our luxurious new Assisted Living facility, Beacon Villa Retirement Center. We offer: Trained, compassionate staff on site 24-hours per.day to assist you with your personal care needs such as dressing and bathing. Three nourishing, delicious meals each day-snacks anytime you wish Laundry and housekeeping services All rooms are private, beautifully furnished studio apartments with cable television and kitchenettes You may participate in our planned activities if you wish, or simply relax in the privacy of your own room. Our short-term accommodations include all of the amenities listed above and are affordable at $106 per night. Come stay with us for a day, a week, or as long as you need. For further information and scheduling, call: Kim McFarland, Admissions Coordinator @ (850) 647-9170 Debora Ferguson, Administrator @ (850) 647-4000 First time guests will need to discuss their specific care needs with our Administrator. 141 Kaelyn Lane St. Joe Beach (Gulf County), Florida * Located approximately 1 mile south of the Bay County line, 45 minutes from Panama City, and within 1/2 mile of the beautiful sandy white beaches. Assisted Living License #: ALl0713 32456 1 0Ites sister-in-law Ruth Fraser all of Janesville, WI; many nieces and nephews; and his VFW families from FL and WI. Dick was preceded in death by his parents Spencer and Wilma Seefeldt; a sister Joan; brothers-in-law Jim "Stu" Paul, Ronald Fraser, and Rich Fraser; and his mother-in-law and father- in-law Donald and Grace Fraser. A Memorial Service will be held at the First United Methodist Church on 22nd Street in Mexico Beach on Friday, November 18, 2005 at 3:00 p.m. CT. Those desir- ing may make a contribution to :Covenant Hospice, 107 West 19th Street, Panama City, FL. 32405 in memory of Dick Seefeldt for all the caring, love and support they gave him during his illness. Dick-was; a proud Army Veteran who loved his many friends he met along the way here and abroad. He lived a happy and full life and loved his family dearly. He will for- ever live on in our hearts. WE LOVE YOU, .. Services provided locally by Comforter Funeral Home. Mr. Willie. Frank Frazier Mr. Willie Frank Frazier of Port St. Joe died Nov. 8 in Warner Robins, Ga. Funeral service will be held Saturday Nov. 12, at 10 a.m. EST at the New Bethel A.M.E. Church in Port St. Joe with Rev. Calvin Griffin, and Rev Jimmie Williams officiating. Interment in the Forrest Hill Cemetery, Vann Funeral Home of Marianna in charge. The body will lie in state at the church from 9 a.m. until time for the funeral. Survivors; two sons, Alfred Nettles, Warner Robins, GA, James McCants, Repton, Al. daughter Carolyn Nettles Panama City and seven grandchildren. Margaret Louise Hamm .'1~ -~ S*4 ~U, . Fla. Margaret moved to Port St. Joe in 1954. She was a devoted member of Hope Family Worship Center of Port St. Joe and worked as a nurse in Gadsden and Gulf counties for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Oscar and Ruby McDaniel; two brothers, Al and Jim McDaniel; and one sister, Katherine Ranew, all of Sneads, Fla. She is sur- vived by her husband of 57 years, B.H. Hamm Jr., of Port St. Joe, her children, Becky Weston and husband Greg of Wewahitchka, Buddy Hamm of Panama City and Craig Hamm and wife Tracy of White City; two brothers, Bubba Faircloth of Sneads and Felix Faircloth of Live Oak, Fla.; six grandchildren, Wendy Bradley and husband Kevin, Shelly Cannon and Husband Lee, Aaron and Kaleb Hamm and Ireland and Gareth Hamm; one great-grandson, Ace Cannon; and numerous nieces and nephews. She will be dearly missed by family and friends. Funeral services were held at Hope Family Worship Center of Port St. Joe, Nov. 12. with the Rev. Marc Sturdivant officiating. Burial followed in Holly Hill Cemetary. The family wishes to express their sincere grat- itude for the kind words, flowers, and prayers. "My Mom - Light hearted, a free spirit, with a smile upon her face. Arms outreached to anyone, that needed an embrace. An angel she's always been on Earth, and now she's one on High. That heavenly voice that sang my lullaby, now sings in Heaven, so I shall not cry. Her arms we cannot feel again, so her love we hold within. Until God allows us to be with her, at our own and final end." Daughter Becky. NORTH AMERICAN BULL RIDING 2005 SERIES NABA APPROVED Circle () Ranch Marianna, FL Located 5 miles West of Marianna on Hwy 90 Gates Open @ 6:00 PM ((ST) Rodeo Starts 7:30 (CST) RAIN OR SHINE NABA APPROVED BULL RIDING OWGI61RL1AR2 RACE TEAIAROPING JR. STERI JDINS JR. COW61RLBARELRACIN6* CLOWNACTS&ASPECIALEVENTIS Ticket Prices Adults: $8.00/Gote Children 6-12 $4.00 (Sand under free) ALL Tickets Sold At Gate Sponsored By: Circle D Western Shop & Bob Pforte Dodge Food Served on Grounds No Coolers Free Parking No Pets Mature drivers, it's our policy to save you money. w hen you insure yourcarwith us, throughAuto-Owners S ir., Cofpany, we'll save you money! Statistics show that mature drivers experience fewer, less-costly accidents, allowing s to pass the savings on to you. 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Call ahead for business hours and daily lunch and dinner specials. 850-639-9444 * 0 * a * S E 3W W Breakfast served 8:00 am to 10:30 EADS CAPE SAN BLAS Restaurant and Ice Cream Lunch Choose from Hot or cold sub baskets (includes pickle & chips) Hot Dog baskets - try our famous Hamburgers _ a Save 2 ~Y~3ZI~ Ways Four 6" Subs For $10.99 After P.M. Daily and all day Saturday & Sunday 0 - * * h a - see - m m 0' S - S. - O 8 - a n a *m. - * a Check out our Daily 6" Sub Special for only $2.49 Highway 98 & First Street CALL IN YOUR ORDER AT: 229-8883 OR FAX IN YOU ORDER AT: 229-9594 7 - - -- -- - - - BRING THIS COUPON FOR HW 98&iFREE 21 OZ. DRINKWITH THE ( HWY 98 & First I . Street PURCHASE OF ANY FOOTLONG , 229-8883 SUB OR SALAD!!! ------------_- w---- _J WS^'SM^SMS^ WSS oMSS SSS 3 SSWS I - -- - em Several Salads and Sides available including Our wonderful Mahi-Mahi Salad S.... Karaokeevery' .ednesday ni gt .itb $1 drafts. a... t-n or pary .Out. We can accommodate private parties.. Fresh dipped Ice Cream, Sundaes, and Banana Splits Cone Heads 8020 Cape San Bias Road 850-229-5252 Steamer's Raw Bar 518 West Hwy 98 Apalachicola, FL 850-653-3474 Open 7 Days a Week THURSDAY NIGHTS Peel & Eat Shrimp (hot or chilled) $10.95 SATURDAY NIGHTS Snow Crab All You Can Eat $15.95 DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS Short On Time? Call ahead and we will have it ready when you arrive. - ~ - -a S - Si - m0 0 n 0 @ -.m 40 A Established 7937 Serving Gulf county and surrounding areas for 67 years OB The Star, Port St. Joe, FL Thursday, November 17, 2005 p D v w LSablIsOIIeU I YJI 0 aerviO)7 ^* C y U.; -f' e wI m .n+ n .n... c,, rin yer Te S t-a P o Port St Joe High School Student Government Association (SGA) On Oct 6-10, five of Port Hermsdorfer, Kathryn St. Joe High School Student Arnold, and Morgan Wood Council Members went to along with former advisor the Southern Associations Rodney Herring flew up to of Student Councils in Fort Fort Worth a day early to Worth, TX. Haley Watford, meet other schools and see Emily Baxley, Courtney the town. Retired Educators Day PSJE Peacebuilders Back Row Left to Right 5th grade, Tucker Smith; 1st Grade, Lauren Davis; 4th Grade, Ashley Babcock. Front Row Left to Right- Ben Wilder, Kindergarten; Kathleen Rish, 2nd Grade, Sean Yowell Pre-K; and Marquez Johnson, 3rd grade. Port St. Joe Middle School PTSO Hamburger Dinner Fundraiser What: A hamburger dinner fundraiser to benefit Port St. Joe Middle School to be held during the Science Fair Open House. The Science Fair winners in each category will present their projects at 6 p.m. during the hamburger dinner. When: Thursday, November 17 from 5:30-7 p.m. EST. Where: Port St. Joe Middle School Commons Area. Menu: Mr. Benny Roberts "Grilled to Perfection" Hamburgers, PSJMS French Fries, Homemade Brownie and Tea Gulf Coast Community College in conjunction with the Franklin County School' District and supp6rt'"from Rep. Will Kendrick's office in Franklin County, is currently recruiting students for a Correctional Officer Basic Standards (COBS) class in Carrabelle, Florida. GCCC representatives will be at the Franklin County Carrabelle Library each Tuesday morning from 9 a.m. to 12 noon and Thursday afternoon from 12 noon to 4 p.m. At that time prospective students may take the required entrance exam (CJ-BAT). The cost is $45. Practice materials for this test are available from the Carrabelle Library. Academy applications and information on financial aid will also be offered. The Gulf Coast Workforce Board will provide scholarships for books, tuition, supplies and reimburse students for pre- qualifying services for those who pass the drug screen and background check. To be eligible for this course, and certification for correctional officer, students must be 19 years of age and a citizen of the United States. They must have no felony criminal record, or misdemeanor record of domestic violence or perjury (as verified by a fingerprint check). In addition a high school diploma or GED is required, as well as passing the CJ-BAT test. The COBS course is required to become a certified correctional officer in the state of Florida. The course is primarily planned for individuals seeking employment at Franklin Correctional Institution, but the training is valid anywhere in the state of Florida, State of Florida institutions or county jails. The COBS course consists of eleven classes, ten of which have a final exam and a review class, which prepares students to take the State Officer Certification Examination administered by the State of Florida, after course completion. Cost: $5 per plate in advance You can call in a reservation for your family the night of the hamburger supper. Your child will bring home a reservation form. Please complete the form and return it along with your money to your child's AA teacher or call the middle school office at 227-3211 to make reservations. The deadline for turning in your form or calling to make reservations is Wednesday, Nov. 16 at 8 a.m. The reservations) will be listed in your student's name. You will not receive tickets. Topics covered in the course; include law, interpersonal skills, communications and correctional facility' operations, as well as emergency preparedness, firearms training, defensive tactics training and first aid. The course begins Dec. 5 at Carrabelle High School from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Graduation will take place in April 2006. For additional questions, call Arifa Garman at (850) 227-9670, ext. 5504 (EST). By: Haley Watford Well it's' four and a half weeks into the second nine weeks already; this year is flying by. This is especially important for seniors because their last year of high school is almost half over. Before we know it Christmas Break will be here so students and teachers have something to look forward to. On Wednesday the 23rd students will have an early dismissal due to Thanksgiving holidays and will not attend school that Thursday or Friday. Congratulations to our football team for their victory over Hilliard this past Friday night. They will be playing Mayo on Friday the 18ts so be sure to come and support your Sharks. With all the boys' hard work and dedication and the support of the' fans, I'm' sure we will make it all the way to Miami for the State Playoffs. Our girls and boys soccer teams played John Paul II this past Saturday. The girls played hard, but were defeated 8- 4, and the boys pulled out a 5-2 win. Both teams play West Gadsden on Thursday so be sure to come out and support our soccer team. The Veteran's Day Whereas, at the heart of the educational system is the educator who is devoted to sharing his or her knowledge with the students; and whereas, Florida is home to many retired educators who have spent most of their lives giving of themselves to the educational system and its students; Whereas, the Retired Educators of Florida plan to celebrate a State Retired Educators Day on Nov. 20 in honor of those years of service; Now, therefore, I, Jeb Bush, Governor of the State of Florida, do hereby extend greetings and best wishes to all observing Retired TnAlfrntnra fln. NMo *.0 S#4ARK T6 i xI Program was on Friday Nov. 11- It was an awesome program and everyone who had a part in making that happen deserves a huge thank you. Mrs Comforter's Chorus class along with some Drama students delivered a powerful message entitled "I would like to, again, thank our veteran's even though thank you doesn't even begin to compare to the sacrifices they made. I hope they know how much I truly appreciate each and every one of them. All coaches make sure you do not forget there are athletic and band pictures on Tuesday, Nov. 15. Please be ready to take pictures immediately after school in the gym or football field. This Wednesday students get a much-needed break, school will. be released early due to a teacher inservice day. It won't be long until we walk across that stage in May and accept our diploma. After this year you might never see some of these people ever again so make sure you have no regrets. It is the only senior year you will ever have so make the most of it and live it to the fullest For more information contact: Arlene M. Oehler, President 850-697-9790. They got to attend a local rodeo and experienced actually riding a mechanical bull. The girls say it was an unforgettable trip and will remember it forever. They would like ti thank everyone who made it possible for them to attend and "H-Rod", who stepped in to chaperone since their sponsor was not able to attend. -I Ray Howell President G \ Keith "Duke" Jones VP/Business Development CL 1Gul f Count Land 8 Abstract Companu Title Insurance Abstracts Escrows Real Estate Closings 411 Reid Avenue Port St. Joe, Florida 32456 (850) 229-9388 Fax: (850) 229-9398 email: gulfabstract@yahoo.com -E-ITH L. JONES, CPA i Ai t '"U"'1 I.- '/ CONSULTING SERVICES .Aiver;-a C:,it- on CPAs 411 Reid Avenue Port SI. Joe, FL 32456 E 150. i9-10- O RH 850-229-1050 FX e lti W HIe.'-.r : ':.M corn A N"..".RI I OF..t ., ::.p, co, n MEMBER: AMERICAN AND FLORIDA INSTITUTES OF CPA'S JV'oae/nme jt/M, o200 10.:00 an, 6:.8*Om efles/tments,' Fisrter/biri'tFoo 8/00.00 J i o/ ffi'r 6ees to 6eywi en aoy/ Come in today and register for door prizes & shopping sprees. 20% Off Sale throughout the Store Prudential s o ST. GEORGE ISLAND APALACHICOLA CARRABELLE PORT ST. 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Equal Housing Opportunity f An Independently Owned and Operated Member of The Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc GCCC Correctional Officer Training in Franklin County . U E~r ity qx. z . The Star, Port St. Joe, FL Thursday, November 17, 2005 98 Fcfnlhcharl 79-W 'Prvincy Gulf countv and surrounding areas for 67 years t M V.71- Me.INC x t z Established 1937 Serving Gulf county and surrounding areas for 67 years November News from Port St. Joe Middle School It's time to announce our reward event for the month of November. Remember those students with no discipline referrals for the month of November will participate. OK, here goes. Oh, I forgot, it's TOP SECRET. But stay tuned for hints. Hint # 1.."There will be a lot of serving going on". Beginning Wednesday, Nov. 9, the SGA will be sponsoring a food drive for Thanksgiving for those less fortunate. Each AA is asked to bring canned food items or dry food items such as rice. This drive will last two weeks, ending Wednesday, Nov. 23, The AA that collects the most items will be treated with a pizza party. Each AA's SGA room representative will pick up a tally sheet Friday during clubs. The SGA appreciates your support and generosity for this outreach. Progress reports for this grading period will be sent home on Monday, Nov 14. SCIENCE FAIR NEWS Projects are due at school at 8 a.m. on Nov 14. Students will be able to bring all their experiment materials and set them up. All students will give an oral presentation of their project in their class during the week. These projects will count 30 percent of their second nine weeks grade. For more information go online at [ http://lessonplans.gulf.k12. fl.us_ (click on Polly Edmiston and find the link to science fair). Our science fair will be held on Nov. 17at 5:30. "Living With a Tough Kid" workshop for all parents will be held 'on Monday, Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. in the Port St. Joe Elementary School auditorium. We will have early dismissal on Wednesday, Nov. 16 due to Teacher Inservice. Our annual Turkey Trot will be held at Shark Field on Wednesday, Nov. 23. 6th grade events begin at 9:15, 7th grade events at 9:45 and 8th grade events at 10:15. School will be dismissed early AMERICA'S MINI STORAGE & OFFICE COMPLEX Port St. Joe, Commerce Park, Off US Hwy 98; 141 Commerce Drive, Port St Joe For Information Call: (850) 229-8014 (850) 229-8030 (850) 258-4691 * Self Storage 3 Acre Boat/RV * Covered/Uncovered Storage * Office Warehouse * Rental Units (Available from 25' x 40' or will build to suit). Climate Controlled Sizes Axailable 5' x 10' @ $85.00 Month 10' x 10 (@ $105 Month 10"' 15' @ $135 Month 10' x 20' @ 185 Month 'S.', 'I'4r on Wednesday, Nov. 23 due to Thanksgiving Holidays on the 24th and 25th. All moms are invited to attend "Breakfast with MOMS" on Tuesday, Nov. 29 at 7:30 a.m. And dads are invited to attend "Breakfast with DADS" on Wednesday, November 30 at 7:30 a.m. Please DO NOT park in the bus drop off circle drive. Saving for college may seem overwhelming. But, like all your other financial goals, it is possible with the right plan. With the Florida Prepaid' College Plan, you can lock in the cost of college tuition, local fees and dormitory housing at a public Florida university or community college guaranteed With the Florida College Investment Plan, you can save for your other qualified college expenses, in Florida or out- of-state tax-free! Sign up online today at [ http://www. florida529plans.com/ or call 1-800-552-GRAD (4723) to request an Enrollment Kit and application. The school lunch menu for each month is located on the Port St. Joe Middle School web site. Go to [ http://www. gulf.k12.fi.us/ ]www.gulf. k12.fl.us click on PSJMS (on the right hand side) and check out the menu and lots of other happenings. Here is your link [ http://search.epnet.com/ to an online library of full text articles and other materials to be used for research. The subscription has been funded this year by the Gulf County Education Foundation to. benefit students and teachers. This resource is available 24/7 from any computer with School's In Session Drive With Caution! internet access. Port St. Joe Middle School Username: psjms Password : sharks Does your child need help with homework or finding information on any topic? "Ask a Librarian" can assist you Sunday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 10 pm and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Go to [ http://www. askalibrarian.org/ and chat live with a librarian from one of Florida's public, school, or academic libraries. Questions can also be submitted vie e-mail at any time. Tutoring is available on Tuesday from 3-7 p.m.in the Opportunity Center Building #1 (located behind the PSJHS gym). Parents may also use the Opportunity Center to go online and view your child's grades. For more information call Gloria Gant at 229-9359. Come by the front office to pick up your Gold Card. Use your Gold Card for free admission to all athletic events in Gulf County the News Column Faith Christian School Faith Christian School strives to meet the educational needs of those in our community who desire a quality, private school education. We do not see ourselves as "the competition" with our area public schools. We, in fact, hope that we are perceived as a "compliment" to the educational structure in Gulf County. Teaching from a Biblical worldview, FCS has the privilege of taking an active role in developing tomorrow's leaders. As a matter of fact, Faith Christian School educates well over 6 percent of the school aged children in Gulf County. Locally, we impact almost 12 percent of the city of Port St. Joe's student population. With a focus on teaching the Word of God, Faith 'Bible Church established Faith Christian School in 1974. Obviously, the biblical doctrines of the church permeate the educational principles of the school. Faith Bible Church' believes in the absolute sovereignty of God and that God alone receives the glory in our lives solii Deo gloria). We believe the Scriptures alone solaa Scriptura) are the final authority in faith and practice. We also believe that man's salvation is by grace alone solaa gratia) through faith alone solaa fide) through Christ alone (solus Christus). This educational ministry has reached children and families throughout Gulf, Bay and Franklin counties. If you would like information on providing your child (or someone you know) with a quality Christian education, please contact us at 229- 6707 or on the web at www. faithchristianschool.net. Recordkeeping for Insurance and Home Related Items By Keith L. Jones, CPA This week we will turn to two very important areas of recordkeeping- insurance and home related items. Recordkeeping for insurance purposes is pretty straightforward. Just make a file for each policy you hold containing your policy numbers, the issuing companies' names, and your agents names. Be sure your files list those covered by the policy as well as any beneficiaries. Imagine the ease of filing a claim with all of these details' at your fingertips. If you own a home, you c. PALM TREE books &r other c0041 stuff 306 Reld/AveueA P..ort St. Joe, FL 32456 (850)229-9277 BOOKS MUSIC ART COFFEE Gift certificates available HOURS:Mon-. Fri, 8o00 a..m. 6:oo r.m. Sat io:oo a.m. 6 o'0 l. ' know how much paperwork it can generate. But home- related records are important for both tax and insurance purposes. To get your home- related documents under control, begin by preparing a file on your home's purchase. Include sales agreements, closing documents, and copies of mortgages and appraisals. Another file should contain an inventory of your belongings. Be sure to include brands, model and serial numbers, purchase prices and replacement costs of your big-ticket items. Photographs or video recordings of your possessions are valuable tools for insurance purposes. It's important to keep a copy of your inventory list, photos and video in your safe deposit box in case your home is damaged or burglarized. Your third home file is for all documents relating to home improvements. According to IRS rules, work that you do to your home that increases its value is. a capital improvement' and will. raise your home's cost basis:., . Let's say you bought a home for $100,000 and spent $50,000 updating the kitchen and bathrooms and putting on a new roof. Your cost basis would then be $150,000 the $100,000 purchase price plus the costs, of renovation. If you later sell the home for $200,000, your gain would be $50,000 that is the $200,000 sales price minus your adjusted cost basis of $150,000. Now some people might tell you that keeping these records is a waste of time these days because gains of up to $250,000, or double that amount if you are married, are no longer subject to tax. But there are two reasons not to listen. First, if you own your home fora long time, especially in a period of rising real estate values, it's entirely possible that your gain could surpass this threshold. And second, Congress could change the rules at any time. Keep your records and receipts for at least., three years after you sell the property and you'll be prepared for either scenario. ENTi'RE PURCHASE 7 AM 'fi 1 PM Friday, Nov. 25th "'"" "J " a al" j /".i- ..'" ';"": '"' "'" ": """'" giving you 10% off everything you buy from 7 AM until 1 PM, even if it's already on sale. You can take 10% off merchandise that is regular priced, sale priced or even clearance priced! 6 Hours Only! 1-a' -, I S iThiThThT -' . Great Value Great Service NO INTEREST "',Aw, t. ~ N HOME FURNITURE See Store For Details 515 Cecil G Costin SR Blvd. Port St. Joe, FL I (850) 229-6195 We are IOB The Star, Port St. Joe, FL Thursday, November 17, 2005 ~.LI: ...J7 f017 Zo 12..~olf -'.rs. -rninv ond tiro tin-ss ina r easn n 7yastL~~l~ ,1 ,~~tf ~t y~r ~ ~ '.. ..~.*- The Star, Port St. Joe, FL Thursday, November 17, 2005 11B It's Time to Talk Yes! It's Holiday time once again and the turkey will soon be the centerpiece of the table. It' hard to think about the holidays without thinking about food turkey, ham, roast beef, casseroles and all the other special treats for the holiday season. With these fond thoughts of holiday foods come pressure pressure to prepare everything just right and pressure to serve safe food to all those guests and family. Let's make this holiday season safe by following some common sense food safety rules. How do you know if a turkey or a roast beef is thoroughly cooked? Is "done" the same as safe"? The Partnership for Food Safety Education launched a campaign a few years ago called Fight BAC! This campaign stresses four simple steps that are critical to food safety. They are CLEAN -- wash hands and surfaces often, SEPARATE -- don't cross-contaminate, COOK -- cook to proper temperatures and CHILL -- refrigerate promptly. So, what do we do with that turkey now? Turkey 101 Never defrost a turkey on the kitchen counter. To thaw a frozen turkey in the refrigerator, allow 24 hours per 5 pounds of turkey. Put on a plate so juices won't drip on other foods. Keep refrigerated 1-2 days after thawing. To thaw a frozen turkey in cold water, cover the turkey in cold water. Change the water every 30 minutes. Allow 30 minutes per pound of turkey. Refrigerate on a plate until ready to cook. To thaw a frozen turkey in the microwave, follow the manufacturer's instructions for the size turkey that will fit in your oven, the minutes per pound and the power level to use. Cook the turkey immediately after thawing. Prepare the stuffing and stuff the bird immediately before the turkey goes into the oven. Stuff loosely about % cup of stuffing per pound of turkey. It is actually best to cook the stuffing outside the bird in a casserole. Bake turkey at no less than 325 degrees Fahrenheit to prevent bacteria growth. Cooktheturkeycompletely in one step. Partially cooking a turkey can increase the possibility of bacteria growth. Use a thermometer to check for doneness (poultry 180 degrees Fahrenheit, stuffing 165 degrees Fahrenheit.) When the turkey is done, let it sit 20 minutes to let the juices settle. Remove stuffing and carve turkey. Debone the turkey and refrigerate all leftovers in small, shallow containers that are no more than 2 inches deep. Never leave meat and stuffing out of refrigeration for more than two ;hours. Safe time-saving ideas for your turkey are to use oven cooking bags, use a covered roasting pan, bake stuffing separately from turkey, or cook and carve the turkey one Turkey to two days before the holiday. If you cook ahead, remember to reheat to "steamy hot" when ready to serve. The food preparation practices that are under your control are purchasing, storing, preparing, cooking, serving and handling leftovers. Failure to take appropriate action during these times could result in food-borne illness. By using a food thermometer on a regular basis, you can be assured that the food you cook is "done" as well as "safe" . If you have a question, write to Mildred Melvin, Extension Agent Family and Consumer Sciences and 4- H, UF/IFAS-Gulf County Extension, PO Box 250, 200 N. 2nd Street, Wewahitchka, FL 32465; or call the Extension Office at (850) 639-3200 or 229-2909. The University of Florida/ IFAS Extension-Gulf County is an Equal Employment Opportunity--Affirmative Action Employer authorized to provide research, educational information and other services only to individuals and institutions that function without regard to race, color, gender or national origin. Cooking Times 6 to 8 pounds 2 V to 3 4 hours 8 to 12 pounds 2 % to 3 hours 12 to 14 pounds 3 to 3 /4 hours 14 to 18 pounds 3 3/4 to 4 4 hours 18 to 20 pounds 4 4 to 4 /2 hours 20 to 24 pounds 4 V2 to 5 hours *Note: These cooking times are guidelines only; A stuffed or frozen turkey will take longer to cook. Use a food thermom- eter to determine safe doneness, The Santaland Diaries and The Eight Reindeer Monologues When holiday shopping gets too much and listening to one more -Christmas song blasted over mall loudspeakers threatens to send you over the edge, Tallahassee Little Theatre, 1861 Thomasville Road, Tallahassee has just the respite grownups need. TLT will present two Coffeehouse. Production holiday plays; for adults only. by The Santaland"d Diaries by humorist David Sedaris and The Eight Reindeer Monologues by Jeff Goode will run Dec. 2 -11. Plays will run Friday, Saturday and Sunday only. Performance times will alternate, so it will be possible to see both plays on same day. Evening performances 7 & 9 pm, Sunday matinees 2 & 4 p.m. Santaland Diaries is a hysterically funny chronicle, of Sedaris' job as an Elf at a mall Santa stand. The Eight Reindeer Monologues is an insider's look at what really goes on in Santa's workshop in an irreverent poke at a hallowed icon. Both plays are sidesplitting and definitely for adults only. All tickets are $10/general seating for each play. Plays are performed in the Lobby Coffeehouse. Tickets 850- 224-8474 Information: 224- 4597 Gulf County Lan Approximately 828 acres of Gulf County land sold at auction for $5,557,000 Thursday, with J.P King Company, Gadsden, Al. managing the sale. Landinvestor GrableRicks had decided to sell the land in parcels of approximately 40 to 60 acres each to allow smaller -investors to participate, and the strategy worked. Twenty- six registered bidders spent an hour and a half competing for the land before the auction finally concluded with 11 buyers for the 19 parcels. "Mr. Ricks wanted to open this up to smaller bidders, and they took advantage of it. As a result, we sold everything, not only the parcels selling absolute, but also those that were subject Thank Yoi On behalf of the Parent Committee and the staff of the North Florida Child Development Center Inc, we would like to extend our thanks to all who made our October Fundraiser a success. d sells at Auction for $5,557,000 to the seller's confirmation," toward multi-parcel said Craig King, president of "Ahy time you opei J.P King. "Sometimes at a sale like this, you'll have one big process to more peo buyer take the whole property. a good thing," he sait But we had a lot of individuals J.P King is the looking for just a parcel or largest auction two, and that worked out fine for everybody," he said. ranches, mansion Ricks said he was pleased condominiums, deve with the sale. "We had a good and other hi turnout and accomplishedproperties. Upcom what we set out to do, so I'm properties. Upcom very pleased, he said. include a home ar The property is located sites in Mississi off Highway 386/Overstreet development land i Road, approximately 10 miles dividual northeast of Mexico Beach. A Ohio. Individual int number of the parcels have more information ab frontage on Little Wetappo and other sales ma Creek. J.E King at (800) 55, King said buyers and sellers throughout the nation visit the company s m are feeding the growing trend www.jpking.com. u to all Sponsors Those sp Duren's F donated r Mark Her all of our : helped in of foods, ] sponsors include; tiggly Wiggly who many food items, ring who donated meats, Beluga Cafe the preparation Flower's Bakery in auctions. n up the ple, that's d. e nation's eer of s, land, elopments igh-value ing sales nd home ppi and n Akron, rested in tout those ay contact 8-5464 or web site at Panama City who donated most of our bread, Advanced Auto Parts who allowed us to use their facility and their supplies! Most of all thank you to all the parents who donated your time and energy! .......-. ... .. e e. Betty Ray Weston & "^ "^m _,s = Sherri .. Dodsworth, PA EVERYTHING WE TOUCH TURNS TO SOLD i ^ .... .. GULF FRONT CAPE HOME de- signed for maximum beach fun-time. Comfy open living area w/postcard views from all around. Large porch wi/beach walkoversa MLS 105408 $1,475,000 APALACHICOLA Lovely home on 2 beautifully landscaped lots. 1 blk to river/park. Gleaming hardwood floors, spacious kitchen w/granite counters. Built in 2003. Includes 348 sq ft bldg. with many possible uses. MLS 105867 $749,500 ., ,.'.,jT .P ,,-or:,,,T,,, DB, *lull views throughout this lovely bay front Cape home. Spacious kitchen, living-dining area which' opens onto large screened porch for dinners overlooking the bay. MLS 104639 $997,500 CAPE SAN BLAS Fabulous bay views from the deck & a pleasant glimpse of the gulf and sounds of the surf from the master suite. Cus- tom interior by Tiffins. Pristine con- dition. MLS 105016 $494,000 CAPE SAN BLAS MOTIVATED SELLER Beautifully wooded lot in Southbeach. Adjacent lot is listed at $485,000. Terrific investment opportunity. MLS 105570 $335,000 PARK POINT Large corner lot in a great new Cape com- munity adjacent to the State Park. The toughest part of living here will be deciding whether you want to swim in the Gulf, the bay, or the Park Point pool just across the street. MLS 105868 $424,000 BOARDWALK Prime corner lot in established Cape San Bias gulf-front neighborhood of attractive homes. Commu- nity pool and hot-tub. Deeded beach access. MLS 106877 $449,000 PORT ST. JOE Large, beautifully wooded lot near the col- lege and proposed new hospital. One of the best values ip town. MLS 106137 $149,000 1085 Cape San Blas Rd. 850-227-5566 6807 Hwy 71 White City 2BR/1B home situated on 1 acre fronting Hwy 71 in White City. City water is connected, sewer to be in place in approximately 1 year. Great investment opportunity. Just a short walk to intracoastal water- way. Public boat ramp, picnic area, park. Property adjacent to this is also on the market. MLS#108722 Contact Perky or Susie White 800-451-2349 or 850-227-4046. $270,000.00. Wewahitchka,303 E. Church Street- 3BR/2BA home that sits on 3 lots. Located 157 Palm Breeze Way 3 bd 2 ba modu- close to schools and just a short drive lar home in quite subdivision, newly land- to beaches and shopping. MLS# 107032 escaped yard,-paid water tap and utilities, $205,000 ready to move in. Call Sonjia Raffield today at 340-0900. $137,500.00. 503 3rd Street COMMERCIAL/ 1308 Marvin Ave. Block home situ- RESIDENTIAL property on corner lot of 3rd ated on 2 lots with additional vacant Street and Long Avenue -MLS# 108565 lot. Great investment. MLS# 106482 Call Sonjia Raffield at 340-0900. Call Susie White 800-451-2349 or 850-227-4046. $364,400.00. 704 Hwy 98 Unit 8, Mexico Beach. - Top floor fabulous gulf view condo fully furnished and ready for occupancy. 2BR 2BA spacious and bright unit, large front deck. Parking front and back, com- plex private pool. Unit is across street from beach's most popular restaurant. MLS#107985 $595,000 Call Brenda Miller 227-5380. 2005 Garrison Ave, Port St Joe This house is BEAUTIFUL. Lovely open floor plan with LARGE rooms. 3bd/2ba with lots of 'liv- ing space with formal living room, library and den/Florida room, mom's work desk and wonderful back patio. $394,500 mls#108210 Call Natalie Shoaf 850- 227-4355 427 Cape Plantation Rd., PSJ-This Gulf view home at 147 Money Bayou 3br/2ba home on 16th green of St. Jo- Drive. 2 bedroom plus loft, two and a seph Bay Country Club! $475,000. MLS half bath. Asking $549,000. Call Mark #104069. Call Ellen Allemore 850- Schultz at 850-227-5605. 227-5146 Beautiful new 3 bd, 2 ba BAYVIEW home on 1/2 acre lot, concrete pilings, lots of room for boats, RV, cars, etc. on concrete pad under home, screened-in porch and storage areas on lower level, 2 large screened-in porches on upper level running length of home; aluminum railings, emergency lighting installed, too many extras to list. MLS# 108703 Call Sonjia Raffield at 340-0900 for more information LOT LISTINGS LOT LISTINGS LOT LISTINGS LOT LISTINGS LOT LISTINGS LOT LISTINGS LOT LISTINGS LOT LISTINGS BEACHES * 103 W Sond Dollar Way 1ST TIER lot in Son Bias Plantation with deeded access to Gulf of Mexico, boardwalk beach is looted in front of this lot Call S onja Raffleld at 340-0900 $579,900. ; Casuna Residential lot in brand new subdivision, located beside pool and club house, great investment property or homesite $210,000. Call Sonjia Raffield at 340-0900 * Cape San Bias, 251 Cord Grass Way This lot is convenient the pool and beaches. Mls#106386 $540,000 Call Joe McCallister 648-5683 * Lot 3C, St. Charles Street, Casona Subdivision, Mexico Beach Within walking distance of beach with easy Access. Pool and pool house. MLS#108169, $224,900 Brenda Miller 227-5380 * Cape San Bias, Park Point-Nice lot located next to the St. Joseph State Park with deeded gulf access. $375,000 Call Jay Rish 227-9600 S\Cape San Blas,Park Polnt.This lot sits beside the pool and pool house with deeded gulf access. The St. Joseph Stale Park sits directly behind this lot. $449,900 Call Jay eRsh 227-9600 Sunset Village-This development is located at St. Joe Beach surrounded by Windmark Beach Development. Amenities include pool, both house, landscaped entrance accented ,torttng et S299,900 starting at $299,900 , Casuna Subdivision Lot 4, St. Charles Street, subdivision will include a pool & pool house. $238,000. Call Richard Squires or Sonila Raffield at 227-9600. SNew subdivision In Bay Co. with deepwoter access and community docks. mls#107052 $165,000 Call Doug Birmingham 227-5239 * Cape San Bias, Jubilation-Premier subdivision on Cape San Bias with beautiful lots available to build your beaooch home. Pool, club house, HOA. Call today for more Information. PORT ST. JOE * Port St. Joe, Garrison Avenue Lot is .26 acres and is partially cleared. SELLER MOTIVATED. mls#108304 $119,000 Call Moses Medina 527-0441 Port St. Joe,608 Marvin Avenue This lot is already cleared and ready to go. MIs#108302 5129,900 Call Moses Medina 527-0441 * 108 Marshline Road, Overstreet. Wetappo Creek front lot, 1.46 acres intersects with inlracoastal canal. MLS5#108190 Brenda Miller 227-5380 0 8325 C R 386, Overstreet Corner of Hwy 386 and Pleasant Rest Cemetary Rd. Great Locotioni 5.91 acres. Many Possibiitiesl $650,000 MLS 107800 Call Ellen Allemore 247 Onorterheree Lone, Oversoreet 2.73 ouron with electric, well on property, S247 Quarterhorse Lane, Overstreet 2.73 acres with electric, well on property, and septic permitted. Partially cleared and landscaped. Peace and quiet. $125,000 MLS 108296 Call Ellen Allemore 850-227-5146 * Overstreet, Mockingbird-Canal front lot o00'xSO0'. $269,900 Call Carol Bell 850- 227-4252 * Part St. Joe, Commercial Lots-100'x170' $330,000 Call Carol Bell 850-227-4252 * This lot Is located in Garrison Plantation in Port St. Joe Florida. Garrison Plantation Is o fast growing area with currently five houses under construction. Seller will listen to all offers. Call Moses Medina 527-0441 *Port St. Joe,115 Stone Drive-Great fot, affordable investment in Port St. Joe. mls#106528 $137,000 Call Candice Upchurch 850-227-6402 * Port St. Joe, 2405 Hwy 98-Lorge beautiful bay view lot has unobstructed view of St. Joe Boy, great ploce to build a home. mls#105525 $875,000 Call Sonlea 340-0900. h Southgate Subdivision In beautiful Port St. Joe. Gated Communitf, Brick Favers, underground utilities. Close to schools, churches and downtown, Call Mark Schultz at 850-227-5605. OTHER GULF COUNTY ACREAGE CIty water there, sewer to be in pce inp ainpproxmately 1 year. Property adjacent to this is also on the market. MLS# 108718. Contact Perky or Susie Whlte 800-451.2349 or 850-227-4046. $235,000.00. * Indian Pan,107 Stlllwater Way-Enjoy quiet living In of the newest subdivision, In Indian Pass. Underground utilities and paved rods make this a great homesite. $192,500 Indian Poss-109&111 Stillwater South-Enjoy quiet living in one of the newest subdivi- sions in Indian Pass. Underground utilities and paved rods make this a great homesite. $185,000 EAC * Wewahltchka-This lot is located just outside Wewahitchka in Whispering Pines. mls#108397 $65,000 Call Doug Birmingham 227-5239 * The property consists of three lots that make almost on acre of land and have already been cleared. Seller is motivated and will listen to all offers. Call Mooses Medina 527-0441 * The Landings at Wetappo, Overstreet-Located just off the intracostol waterway. Call for more details. 850-648-5683 EASTPOINT * 149 Long Leao Road, Eastpoint Lakes On The Bluff Subdivision. Adjacent to pool and pool house. Paved roads, under Ground utilities. MLS#108054 $175,000 Call ~nam.JMiller.227-5380 Im bk r1a --- ----k--- ns siree ghlig, ona dretictios 1 A. os 5-27-5146 *6807 Hwy 71 White City rootnvetment O pru It 100'x 444'fronting Hwy 71. Brend The EAL eade in eal stat bstablished IV31 berving uutt counry ana surrounumy uivu-, iv, ul yuul ----------- I for 67 years 12B The Star, Port St. Joe, FL Thursday, November 17, 2005 Established 1937 Serving Gulf county and surrounding areas for 67 years / COLDWLL BNK.R - Lis TroghUs By hr*og-!! sd. ",f6 ttv/r(i //l to the top agents from January 2005 to October 2005 I Eees,, Cailw;, "-i Prnn ,r Lure #2 Barbara Palmer 1t3 Betry and Tomn Adamos #1 Team V3.-.. -t,. "An if4 U-4,1 I, fi mmpmminI Bay View 108164 $450,000 Great location with waterview. Separate apartment great for rent- al. River Front 108312 $1,200,000 3/2 home with deck .overlooking the river. Gulf Front 108590 $2,150,000 Breathtaking 5/5. Private boardwalk to private beach. Interior 108721 $375,000 Large cleared lot in Apalachicola ready to build. 1 acre close to beach. Waterfront 107555 $3,500,000 8.07 acres on Holton Island located at mouth the of Carrabelle River. Bay Front 108655 $899,000 Bay front 12 lot development close to state park and gulf. Bay View 108656 $699,000 Bay View lot in new development. Gulf Commercial 108618 $1,700,000 Warehouse is 40x60 with offices, great for any kind of business. Interior 108619 $1,700,000 This property is zoned general com- mercial. 1.03 acres with 3/2 and garage. Gulf Front 108534 $2,980,000 Gulf front 5/5 with over 400' of dedicated beach adjacent to home. access just across the way. Bay Front 108653 $899,000 Bay front development has 12 lots. Windswept features native vegetation and close to state park. Bay View 108657 $599,000 Windswept is a bay front development. Access to boardwalk on bay. Interior 108659 $549,000 Interior lot in new development on Cape San Bias. Close to state park. Gulf Front 108539 $860,000 Beautiful gulf front lot in quiet subdivi- Gulf Front 108343 $545,000 Gulf Front 2/2.5 townhome in popu- lar Barrier Dunes. Interior 108471 $650,000 Cedar sided 4/2.5 home located on 10 acres in Dalkeith. Interior 108329 $296,500 Immaculate 3/1.5. Everything new from kitchen to bathrooms. Interior 108334 $248,000 3/1 home with fenced yard and shade trees. Close to schools. sion. Interior 108478 $399,000 Fantastic opportunity to build your dream home on the Capel Interior 108577 $160,000 Ready to build on. 5 acres in the country. Interior 108535 $85,000 6.28 acres. Wooded lot on Douglas Landing Road. Interior 108536 $69,000 2 half acre lots on Doc Whitfield Road. Will sell separately for $35,000. WW WW. cb fo r go t te n coa, t. COM Mexico Beach Cape San Blas CarrabelHe SWU M 648-1010 227-1010 697-1010 FORGOTTEN COASTREALTY I DEVELOPMENTS der of this budget as proposed ($490,752.00). Commissioner Williams seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. GULF COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY (#62271) Nolan Treglown, Chairman of the Gulf County Library Advi- sory Board, appeared before the Board to discuss this budget request for 2005-2006. After discussion and upon motion by Commissioner Traylor, sec- ond by Commissioner Williams, and unanimous vote, the Board tentatively adopted this budget as proposed ($127,680.00-Lo- cal/$65,000.00-State). COUNTY DEVELOPMENT - GULF CO. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (#27152-31000) Commissioner Tray- lor motioned to tentatively adopt this budget as proposed ($45,500.00), and Commis- Board sionernWilliams secondednthe Commissioner Traylor seconded the motion for discussion. After discussion, the motion passed 4 to 1, with Commissioner Wil- liams voting no. COUNTY VETERANS' SERVICE OFFICE (#29153) Veterans' Service Officer Williams appeared before the Board to discuss this budget request for 2005-2006. After discussion regarding funds that have been generated for Veter- ans and that this office will be 60 years old in February, Com- missioner Traylor motioned to tentatively adopt this budget as proposed ($58,784.00). Com- missioner Williams seconded the motion, and it passed unan- imously. Continued on Page 13B PORT ST. JOE, FLORIDA JULY 27, 2005 SPECIAL BUDGET MEETING The Gulf County Board of County Commissioners met this date in special budget ses- sion with the following mem- bers present: Chairman Nathan Peters, Jr., Vice Chairman Car- men L. McLemore, and Com- missioners Billy E. Traylor, Bill Williams and Jerry W. Barnes. Others present were: Coun- ty Attorney Timothy McFarland, Clerk Rebecca L. Norris, Ex- ecutive Administrator/Deputy Clerk Towan Kopinsky, Finance Officer Carla Hand, Chief Ad- ministrator Don Butler, Admin- istrator Staff Assistant Lynn Stephens, Building Official Brad Bailey, Building Inspector Lee Collinsworth, Emergency Management/911 Coordinator Marshall Nelson, Gulf County E.M.S. Director Shane McGuf- fin, Human Resources Director Denise Manuel, Maintenance Superintendent Steve Mork, Planner David Richardson, Public Works Director Gerald Shearer, Solid Waste Direc- tor Joe Danford, T.D.C. Direc- tor Paula Pickett, Veterans' Service Officer Bo Williams, Wewahitchka E.M.S. Director Houston Whitfield, and Deputy Sheriff Greg Cole. The meeting was called to order at 5:03 p.m., E.D.T. 2005-2006 TENTATIVE BUDGET Upon request by Chairman Peters, Clerk Norris made the following report to the Board: 1) The proposed County-wide millage rate based on the budget requests received is 6.7545 (7.1811 aggregate), and each dependent fire district is at .5000, which is a 63.79% increase over the 2004-2005 Aggregate Rolled- Back Rate of 4.3842. 2) The proposed expenditures would have to be reduced by $7,090,191.00 to attain the aggregate rolled-back rate of 4.3842, and would have to be reduced by $1,241,913.00 to attain the current village rate of 6.2646. The current proposed millage rate of 6.7545 exceeds this year's rate by .4899 mills. 3) The Board must set and certify a millage rate to the Property Appraiser no later than Thursday, August 4, 2005. The School Board had scheduled their public hearing for September 13, 2005, so the Board cannot schedule anything on that date. 4) Approximately $1,521,051.00 has been tentatively budgeted as Balance Brought Forward: Cash ($1,123,634.00 Un- restricted / $397,417.00 Restricted). 5) The reasons for the proposed increase in the budget are: Increases in Personal Services ($1,250,000.00- Salaries, Insurance, FICA, Retirement), Increase in Operating Expenditures ($1,127,491.00), Increase in Capital Outlay Expenditures ($6,365,110.00); Increases in Elected Officials budgets ($987,983.00), and Increases in Aid to others (30 79%). 6)' Tre S.,,ui,i GfiC.:uioi'., Fire SDepartment.has requested to carry over $45,000.00 from the 2004-2005 budget. GENERAL FUND: SPECIAL PROJECTS (#21022, #21069, #21072. #21073 & #210741 Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by log INNER Ed, OMe lndp,,d,,Ily O-d ad Op-td Commissioner Traylor, and man Peters voting no. unanimous vote, the Board AMBULANCE: tentatively adopted this budget WEWAHITCHKA (#515261 as proposed ($20,000.00 per Wewahitchka E.M.S. Direc- district: #21022 $2,500.00 torWhitfield appeared before the / #21069 $15,000.00 / Board to discuss this budget re- #21072 $57,500.00 / quest for 2005-2006. Commis- #21073 $7,500.00 / #21074 sioner McLemore motioned to - $17,500.00). tentatively approve this budget BOARD OF COUNTY as proposed ($297,480.00), and COMMISSIONERS (#211111 Commissioner Traylor seconded Upon discussion by mem- the motion. After discussion, bers of the Board and staff, this the motion passed 4 to 1, with budget was tentatively tabled Chairman Peters voting no. ($2,931,277.00). LEGAL AID (#564641 COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Mary Dekle, of Legal Ser- (#21112) vices of North Florida, Inc., Upon motion by Commis- appeared before the Board to sioner McLemore, second by discuss this budget request for Commissioner Barnes, and 2005-2006. Upon motion by unanimous vote, the Board ten- Commissioner Traylor, second tatively adopted this budget as by Commissioner McLemore, proposed ($167,641.00). and unanimous vote, the Board SPECIAL EVENTS (#21174) tentatively adopted this budget Upon motion by Com- as proposed ($8,000.00). missioner Traylor, second by ALCOHOL/SUBSTANCE Commissioner Williams, and ABUSE TRUST C.A.R.E. unanimous vote, the Board ten- #523231 tatively adopted this budget as Don Murray, of Chemi- proposed ($2,500.00 $750.00 cal Addictions Recovery Effort, to each City for fireworks & appeared before the Board to $500.00 to each high school for discuss this budget request project graduation). for 2005-2006. Upon motion INTERFUND TRANSFER / by Commissioner McLemore, COUNTY ROAD & BRIDGE second by Commissioner Tray- FUND (#21181-920001 lor, and unanimous vote, the Upon discussion by mem- Board tentatively adopted this bers of the Board, this bud- budget as proposed ($3,000.00 get was tentatively tabled C.A.R.E. / $10,975.00 Bal- ($40,000.00). ance). ANIMAL CONTROL / STATE ATTORNEY HUMANE SOCIETY (#432621 ADMINISTRATION (#60002) Nancy Brockman and San- Randy Berling, with the dy Christie, of St. Joseph Bay Office of the State Attorney, Humane Society, appeared be- appeared before the Board to fore the Board to discuss this discuss this budget request for budget request for 2005-06 2005-2006. Upon motion by (presented and amended bud- Commissioner Traylor, second get request). After discussion, by Commissioner Williams, and Commissioner McLemore mo- unanimous vote, the Board ten- tioned to tentatively approve tatively adopted this budget as a 5% increase over the 2004- proposed ($32,465.00). 2005 budget. Chairman Peters MENTAL HEALTH / BAKER passed the Chair to Vice Chair- ACT LIFE MANAGEMENT man McLemore, and seconded CENTER (#51363) the motion. After discussion, Ed Ailes, of Life Manage- the motion failed 3 to 2, with ment Center, appeared before Chairman McLemore and Com- the Board to discuss this bud- missioner Peters voting yes. get requests for 2005-2006. Chairman McLemore returned After discussion by members of the Chair to Commissioner Pe- the Board and staff, Chairman ters. Commissioner Williams Peters passed the Chair to Vice then motioned to tentatively Chairman McLemore, and mo- approve a $2,500.00 increase tioned to tentatively adopt these over the 2004-2005 budget, budgets as proposed (#51363- and Commissioner Traylor sec- 34100 $6,932.00 / #51363- onded the motion for discus- 34300 $20,000.00). Com- sion. After discussion, Coam- missioner Traylor seconded the missioner Traylor withdrew motion, and it passed unani- his second and Commissioner mously. Chairman McLemore Williams withdrew the motion. returned the Chair to Commis- Commissioner Traylor then mo- sioner Peters. tioned to tentatively approve a MENTAL HEALTH SENIOR $12,000.00 increase over the CITIZENS (#51363-345001 2004-2005 budget, and Coam- Sandy Lieberman, Director missioner Williams seconded of Gulf County Senior Citizens the motion. The motion then Association, appeared before failed 3 to 2, with Commission- the Board to discuss this bud- ers Traylor and Williams vot- get request for 2005-2006. Af- ing yes. After further discus- ter discussion and upon motion sion, Chairman Peters passed by Commissioner Traylor, see- the Chair to Vice Chairman and by Commission Williams, McLemore, and motioned to and unanimous vote, the Board tentatively approve a $2,500.00 tentatively adopted this bud- increase over the 2004-2005 get as proposed ($60,000.00). budget ($7,500.00). Commis- Members of the Board also dis- sioner Williams seconded the cussed the possibility of addi- motion, and it passed 4 to 1, tional funding later in the bud- with Commissioner Traylor vot- get process. ing no. Chairman McLemore P.S.J. DOWNTOWAGENCY returned the Chair to Commis- (#22652-830001 sioner Peters. GULF COUNTY E.M.S. Carol Davis, Director of the 1#516261 Port St. Joe Downtown Rede- Gulf County E.M.S. Director velopment Agency, appeared McGuffin appeared before the before the Board to discuss Board to discuss this budget this buI-i'r,. F,- fir p 2s0s5- request for 2005-2006. Com- 2006. C r. r.,_ passed missioner McLemore motioned the Chair to Vice Chairman to tentatively adopt this bud- McLemore, and motion to ten- get as proposed ($819,276.00), tatively adopt this budget as and Commissioner Williams proposed ($181,421.00). Com- seconded the motion for discus- missioner Barnes seconded the sion. After discussion, the mo- motion and, after discussion, it tion passed 4 to 1, with Chair- passed unanimously. Chair- man McLemore returned the Chair to Commissioner Peters. COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT (#425621 Doug Kent, Health Depart- ment Administrator, appeared before the Board to discuss this budget request for 2005-2006. Upon inquiry about funds in- .cluded to operate the Urgent SCare Facility, members of the Board stated that they were under the impression that St. Joe Company and Sacred Heart would be funding this center until the hospital opens (the County provided the start-up costs). After discussion, the Board agreed to submit a letter to St. Joe Company regarding this matter. Commissioner Wil- liams motioned to tentatively re- duce this budget by $98,427.00 ($152,559.00). Commissioner Traylor seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. FINE & FORFEITURE FUND: DETENTION & CORRECTION JAIL MEDICAL DIRECTOR/ SUTTON (#31123-31100) Doug Kent, Health Depart- ment Administrator, appeared before the Board to discuss this budget request for 2005- 2006. Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner Williams, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($22,840.00). GENERAL FUND: COUNTY DEVELOPMENT - E.D.C. 1#27152-490001 Alan McNair, Director of the Economic Development Coun- cil, appeared before the Board to present this budget request 2005-2006. Upon motion by Commissioner Traylor, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board tentatively adopted this budget as proposed ($87,604.00). COUNTY COURTHOUSE MAINTENANCE/UTILITIES/ PARKS (#260191 Maintenance Superinten- dent Mark appeared before the 4Board to discuss this budget Request for 2 205-2006. After discussion that this budget in- cludes funding for Parks Main- tenance and Utilities for all of the County Buildings, Chair- man Peters passed the Chair to Vice Chairman McLemore, and motioned to move the Utili- ties line item (#26019-43000 $156,000.00) to a separate "Utilities" budget (#25219- 43000), to transfer $47,000.00 from Improvements to Build- ings (#26019-62100) to Parks & Recreation Facilities: Im- provements Other Than Build- ings (#57072-63000), and to tentatively adopt the remain- l sioner Williams seconded the motion. The motion passed 4 to 1, with Chairman Peters vot- ing no. BUILDING DEPARTMENT 1#B34241 Building Official Bailey appeared before the Board to discuss this budget request for 2005-2006 (includes 2 new em- ployees). After discussion that the permit collections through April, 2005 were approximately $450,000.00 ($50,000.00 was through the Planning Depart- ment), Chairman Peters passed the Chair to Vice Chairman McLemore and motioned to tentatively adopt this budget as proposed ($284,559.00). Com- missioner Williams seconded the motion, and it passed 4 to 1, with Chairman McLemore voting no. Chairman McLemore -returned the Chair to Commis- sioner Peters. PLANNING DEPARTMENT (#345151 Planner Richardson ap- peared before the Board to discuss this budget request for 2005-2006, stating that this budget includes funding to hire an engineer. After discussion, Commissioner Williams mo- tioned to tentatively adopt this budget as proposed, and Com- missioner Traylor seconded the motion. The motion failed 3 to 2, with Commissioners Tray- lor and Williams voting yes. Chairman Peters then passed the Chair to Vice Chairman McLemore, and motioned to re- duce this budget by $75,300.00 (engineer position), and Com- missioner Barnes seconded the motion. After further dis- cussion regarding the need for this position and fees to cover the expense, Commissioner Barnes withdrew his second, and the motion died for lack of a second. Chairman McLemore returned the Chair to Commis- sioner Peters. Commissioner Williams then motioned to ten- tatively adopt this budget as proposed ($284,559.00), con- tingent upon the engineer not being hired until the fees are adjusted to cover the additional expense. Commissioner Tray- lor seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. LANDFILL (#426341 Solid Waste Director Dan- ford appeared before the Board to discuss this budget request for 2005-2006. After discus- sion and upon motion by Com- missioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Traylor, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($522,361.00). The meeting did then recess at 7:42 p.m., E.T. The meeting reconvened at 7:59 p.m., E.T. LANDFILL PERMITTING & CONSTRUCTION (#43334) Solid Waste Director Dan- ford appeared before the Board to discuss this budget request for 2005-2006. Upon motion by Commissioner Traylor, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board tentatively adopted this budget as proposed ($52,400.00). MOSQUITO CONTROL 1#422621 Solid Waste Director Dan- ford appeared before the Board to discuss this budget request for 2005-2006, stating that itf includes a Director and 3 em- ployees (really needs to include funding for 2 new employees, 2 trucks and 2 sprayers so that each district will have a spray- er). After discussion, Commis- sioner McLemore motioned to tentatively approve this budget with a $150,000.00r increase over the proposed amount (for .2 new employees and equip- ment $374,431.00), and Com- missioner Traylor seconded the motion for discussion. After discussion, the motion passed 4 to 1, with Chairman Peters voting no. Commissioner Traylor then motioned to tentatively reduce this budget in the amount of $54,824.00, to reduce the ex- pense of District 4 having a sprayer (full-time sprayers will be budgeted for Districts 1, 2, 3 & 5 $292,607.00), and Com- missioner McLemore seconded the motion. After further dis- cussion, the motion passed unanimously. MOSQUITO CONTROL STATE I & H FUND: MOSQUITO CONTROL STATE I 1#42362/#M99841 Solid Waste Director Dan- ford appeared before the Board to discuss this budget request for 2005-2006. Upon motion by Commissioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Tray- lor, and unanimous vote, the Board tentatively adopted this budget as proposed (#42362 $54,425.00 / #M9984 - $5,500.00). GENERAL FUND: SMALL COUNTY SOLID WASTE GRANT (#41934) Solid Waste Director Dan- ford appeared before the Board to discuss this budget request for 2005-2006. Upon motion by Commissioner McLemore, sec- ond by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board tentatively adopted this budget as proposed ($191,176.00). Chief Administrator But- ler discussed the possibility of reviewing and increasing the amount the County charges for tipping fees, to help offset the landfill costs. HUMAN RESOURCE/RISK MANAGEMENT (#22513) Human Resources Direc- tor Manuel appeared before the Board to discuss this budget request for 2005-2006. After discussion, Chairman Peters passed the Chair to Vice Chair- man McLemore, and motioned to tentatively adopt this bud- get as proposed ($71,505.00). Commissioner Barnes seconded the motion, and it passed unan- imously. Chairman McLemore returned the Chair to Commis- sioner Peters. SAFETY (#24721> Human Resources Direc- tor Manuel appeared before the Board to discuss this budget request for 2005-2006. Com- missioner McLemore motioned to tentatively adopt this budget as proposed ($19,669.00), and ..kl;..k.t4 1.2A1~7 -* .,,ina GulfcII, ntvnd', nrlcrrondinrannareas for 67 years The Star, Port St. Joe, FL Thursday, November 17, 2005 13B rsaousnea cta arin YW On~ I ~lV C Uw-, u v Bor of County Coo m''TjI, issi~ ~tr!IiI'ion MinutesCoilb [Id. 911 SYSTEM (#24329) / Stephens, Emergency Manage- WIRELESS 911 (#251291 / ment/911 Coordinator Mar- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT shall Nelson, Human Resources (#391251 Director Denise Manuel, Plan- Emergency Manage- ner David Richardson, Road ment/911 Coordinator Nelson Department Superintendent appeared before the Board to Bobby Knee, T.D.C. Director discuss these budget requests Paula Pickett, and Sheriff's Of- for 2005-2006. After discus- fice Major Joe Nugent. sion about the 911 Systems and The meeting was called to Emergency Management, Corn- order at 5:02 p.m., E.D.T. missioner Williams motioned t tabled these budget requests GENERAL FUND: until tomorrow (when the Sher- MENTAL HEALTH ASSOC. iff will be here). Commissioner FOR RETARDED CITIZENS/ Barnes seconded the motion, TRANSPORTATION (#513631 and it passed unanimously. Dianna Harrison appeared PLANNING DEPARTMENT before the Board to discuss (#345151 the budget request for the As- Commissioner Traylor mo- sociation for Retarded Citizens tioned to tentatively decrease for 2005-2006. After discus- the appropriate line items in sion, Chairman Peters passed this budget by $75,000.00 to the Chair to Vice Chairman remove the engineer position McLemore and motioned to this position will be added when tentatively adopt this budget the user fees are in place to coy- as proposed (#51363-34200 er the expense ($209,559.00). $10,102.00). Commissioner Commissioner Williams see- Traylor seconded the motion, onded the motion, and it passed and it passed unanimously. unanimously. Chairman McLemore returned COUNTY ATTORNEY the Chair to Commissioner Pe- (213141 ters. County Attorney McFarland Kathy Balentine appeared appeared before the Board to before the Board to discuss present this budget request for the budget request for the 2005-2006. Upon motion by Non-Sponsored Transportation Commissioner Traylor, second Disadvantaged for 2005-2006, by Commissioner McLemore, stating that the request does and unanimous vote, the Board not include additional fund- tentatively adopted this budget ing for Veterans. After discus- as proposed ($67,694.00). sion, Commissioner McLemore CLERK TO BOARD OF motioned to tentatively adopt COUNTY COMMISSIONERS this budget as proposed, plus a#21212 $15,000.00 increase for Clerk Norris appeared be- transportation for Veterans fore the Board to present this ($28,000.00). Commissioner budget request for 2005-2006. Traylor seconded the motion Upon motion by Commissioner and, after further discussion, it Traylor, second by Commission- passed unanimously. er McLemore, and unanimous PROPERTY APPRAISER vote, the Board tentatively ad- (#221131 opted this budget as proposed Property Appraiser Colbert ($311,010.00). appeared before the Board to PUBLIC WORKS (#428341 present this budget request for Public Works Director 2005-2006. After discussion, Shearer appeared before the. Commissioner McLemore mo- Board to discuss this budget re- tioned to tentatively adopt this quest for 2005-2006, stating it' budget with an 8% increase includes a Public Works Direc- over the 2004-2005 budget. tor Assistant, 2 new employees, The motion died for lack of a and the loan payment for a new second. Chairman Peters then office building. After discussion passed the Chair to Vice Chair- by members of the Board about man McLemore, and motioned the office space, consolidation of to tentatively adopt this bud- the Maintenance, Public Works, get as proposed ($391,970.00). and Road Departments in a Commissioner Traylor second- central location, and a security ed the motion, and it passed 4 surveillance system, Commis- to 1, with Chairman McLemore sioner McLemore motioned to voting no. Chairman McLemore tentatively adopt this budget then returned the Chair to Com- as proposed ($1,785,419.00). missioner Peters. Property Ap- Commissioner Williams sec- praiser Colbert also discussed onded the motion, and it passed the need for additional office unanimously. spaces in the near future. PARKS & RECREATION TAX COLLECTOR (#222131 FACILITIES (#57072-63000) Tax Collector Employee Upon inquiry by Public Stutzman appeared before the Works Director Shearer about Board to present this budget $47,000.00 budgeted for Parks request for,2005-2006. Upon & Recreation for the park in motion by Commissioner Tray- Highland View, Clerk Norris re- Ior, second by Commissioner ported that this amount is not McLemore, and unanimous included in the Public Works vote, the Board tentatively ad- budget. opted this budget as proposed Chairman Peters reported ($413,340.00). that the Constitutional Officers SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS will attend the budget meeting (#24019g tomorrow, and the Board will Supervisor of Elections Grif- cover the other areas of the fin appeared before the Board to budget. : present this budget request for Upon inquiry by Clerk 2005-2006. Upon motion by Norris regarding the need to C.rr.....;i..er Tra,lar mecornd increase the Board's health in- t., -.:rrr, -..:r, ,r .- .., re i . surance line item to cover the. ,,, ,.,,,.-,,-,,, : h. -d new employees that have been ...r,[ ..i A:.-..-. -,,i budge approved for hire, Human Re-,fA-, p,.:,.::ed 13; I 4" :01 sources Director Manuel re- ELECTION EXPENSES ported that she tentatively in- (#241191 creased that line item to cover Supervisor of Elections Grif- 30-new-employees and changes fin appeared before the Board to can be madewhera-total num- present this budget request for ber of new hires is decided. 2005-2006, and discussed the Upon motion by Commis- new State and Federal man- sioner Barnes, and there being dates. Chairman Peters then no further business, the meet- passed the Chair to Vice Chair- ing did then adjourn at 9:18 man McLemore, and motioned p.m., E.D.T. to tentatively adopt this bud- NATHAN PETERS, JR. get as proposed ($110,776.00). CHAIRMAN Commissioner Barnes seconded ATTEST:. the motion, and it passed unan- REBECCA L. NORRIS imously. Chairman McLemore CLERK returned the Chair to Commis- sioner Peters. PORT ST. JOE, FLORIDA FINE & FORFEITURE FUND: JULY 28, 2005 COUNTY JUDGE PROBATION SPECIAL BUDGET MEETING (#720331 The Gulf County Board of County Probation Officer County Commissioners met Mims appeared before the Board this date in special budget ses- to discuss this budget request sion with the following mem- for 2005-2006, stating that he bers present: Chairman Nathan is also requesting an additional Peters, Jr., Vice Chairman Car- $2,900.00 to pay the lease on men L. McLemore, and Com- the copy machine. Commis- missioners Billy E. Traylor, Bill sioner Williams motioned to Williams and Jerry, W. Barnes. tentatively reduce the proposed Others present were: Coun- budget by $25,000.00 vehi- ty Attorney Timothy McFarland, cle and salaries ($82,719.00). Clerk Rebecca L. Norris, Ex- Commissioner Barnes seconded ecutive Administrator/Deputy the motion, and it passed 4 to 1, Clerk Towan Kopinsky, Finance with Commissioner McLemore Officer Carla Hand, Chief Ad- voting no. ministrator Don Butler, Admin- ELECTION EXPENSES istrator Staff Assistant Lynn (24119) Supervisor of Elections Grif- fin appeared before the Board to discuss the need for space in Wewahitchka for an early voting site (cost-free to the County). Chairman Peters requested that Commissioners McLemore and Traylor check on this matter. FINE & FORFEITURE FUND: LAW ENFORCEMENT (#F31211 Sheriff Upchurch appeared before the Board to discuss this budget request for 2005- 2006, stating that it includes 4 new deputies, 3 new dispatch- ers, and 8 new vehicles. After discussion by the Sheriff and members of the Board, Chair- man Peters passed the Chair to Vice Chairman McLemore and motioned to tentatively adopt this budget with a 15% increase over the 2004-2005 budget ($2,235,491.00). Com- missioner Traylor seconded the motion for discussion. After further discussion, the motion passed unanimously. Chair- man McLemore returned the Chair to Commissioner Peters. DETENTION & CORRECTIONS (#31123) Sheriff Upchurch appeared before the Board to discuss this budget request for 2005-2006, stating that it includes a Jail Administrator and 4 new cor- rections officers. After discus- sion, Commissioner Traylor motioned to tentatively adopt this budget with a 15% increase over the 2004-2005 budget ($393,957.00). Commissioner Williams seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. ANIMAL CONTROL (#430211 Sheriff Upchurch appeared before the Board to discuss this budget request for 2005-2006. Upon motion by Commissioner Williams, second by Commis- sioner Traylor, and unanimous vote, the Board tentatively ad- opted this budget as proposed ($156,755.00). RESERVE 1#F99841 Upon motion by Commis- sioner Williams, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively reduced this budget by $100,000.00 ($.00). GENERAL FUND: IMPACT FEE STUDY GRANTS DEVELOPMENT/ ADMINISTRATION (#223131 Planner Richardson ap- peared before the Board to dis- cuss the Impact Fee Study for which the County has taken bids, stating that the negotiated amount with Government Ser- vices (only bidder) is $52,900.00 (will be paid in the 2005-2006 fiscal year). After discussion, the Board agreed to pay this cost from the amount funded for the grant writer position. FINE & FORFEITURE FUND: ANIMAL CONTROL (#430211 After discussion that the Humane Society is planning to construct their new build- ing, Chairman Peters passed the Chair to Vice Chairman McLemore and motioned to ten- tatively reduce this budget by the $75,000.00 budgeted for the building ($81,755.00). Com- missioner Williams seconded i" .r, 1. 1, ma0 m the motion, and it passed unan- imously. Chairman McLemore returned the Chair to Commis- sioner Peters. NEW EMPLOYEES Upon inquiry by Com- missioner McLemore, Human Resources Director Manuel reported that there are funds budgeted to cover benefits for 30 new employees, but she is not sure at this time how many the Board have agreed to hire. GENERAL FUND: BUILDING DEPARTMENT (#B3424) Commissioner Traylor dis- cussed the new employees for the Building Department, and motioned to tentatively take out the funding for the 2 new employees, and Commissioner Williams seconded the motion. After further discussion, Com- missioner Williams withdrew his second, and Commissioner Traylor withdrew the motion. Commissioner Williams then motioned to tentatively reduce this budget in the amount of $25,000.00 to take out 1 of the new employees ($294,485.00), and to allow this budget to re- flect the "Building Department" costs incurred in other budgets. Commissioner Traylor second- ed the motion, and it passed unanimously. TOURIST DEVELOPMENT TRUST FUND: TOURIST DEVELOPMENT (#27452 / #69984) T.D.C. Director Pickett ap- peared before the Board to present this budget request for 2005-2006. Upon motion by Commissioner McLemore, sec- ond by Commissioner Traylor, and unanimous vote, the Board tentatively adopted this budget as proposed ($485,000.00). GENERAL FUND: GULF COUNTY E.M.S. (#51626-230001 Commissioner Williams discussed that the Gulf County E.M.S. budget includes fund- ing for Life, Health and Dental Insurance, but this amount is included in the Board's bud- get. Upon motion by Com- missioner Williams, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board tentatively reduced this budget in the amount of $47,586.00 ($771,690.00). INDUSTRIAL PARK (#24852) Commissioner Williams discussed the funding included to purchase additional prop- erty, and motioned to tenta- tively reduce this budget by $290,000.00 leaves funding for a down payment (#31000 - $5,750.00 / #46100 $1,000.00 / #61000 $40,000.00). After further discussion, Commis- sioner McLemore seconded the motion, and it passed unani- mously. SAFETY (#24721) After discussion, Commis- sioner Traylor motioned to ten- tatively reduce this budget by $5,000.00 ($14,669.00). Com- missioner Barnes seconded the motion, and it passed unani- mously. LEGAL AID (#56464) Commissioner Williams dis- cussed the funding for Le- gal Services of North Florida. County Attorney McFarland stated that this organization provides the only free legal aid in Gulf County. p.m.> Upon inquiry by Com- missioner McLemore, County Attorney McFarland stated that they handle only civil cases, mostly domestic violence. EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT / 911 / WIRELESS 911 (#39125 / #24329 / #25129) Emergency -Manage- ment/911 Coordinator Nelson appeared before the Board to discuss these budget requests for -205-2006. After discus- sion, Commissioner Williams motioned for Emergency Man- agement operations to return under the control of the Board effective October 1, 2005, with Marshall Nelson as the Director (to hire a Coordinator). Com- missioner McLemore seconded the motion, and it passed unan- imously. After further discussion, Commissioner Williams mo- tioned to tentatively remove $23,000.00 for a new vehicle from the Emergency Manage- ment budget ($182,120.00), and Commissioner Traylor seconded the motion. After discussion about the need for a 4-wheel drive vehicle for this department, .Sheriff Upchurch stated that the Sheriffs Office should have a vehicle available for his use whenever it is need- ed. The motion then passed unanimously. Upon motion by Commis- sioner Traylor," second by Com- missioner Williams, and unani- mous vote, the Board tentatively adopted the 911 ($60,866.00) and Wireless 911 ($36,000.00) budgets as proposed. GENERAL COURT ADMINISTRATION (#60023) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by 'Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($13,275.00). PUBLIC DEFENDER ADMINISTRATION (#600031 Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Traylor, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($8,013.00). 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COUNTY BUILDING: WEWA MAINTENANCE (#26119) Road Superintendent Knee appeared before the Board to discuss this budget request for 2005-2006. Commissioner McLemore motioned to ten- tatively adopt this budget as proposed ($145,000.00), and Commissioner Traylor sec- onded the motion. After dis- cussion, Commissioner Traylor withdrew his second and Com- missioner McLemore withdrew the motion. Commissioner McLemore then motioned to tentatively adopt this budget in the amount of $95,000.00 (includes elevator repair, and they will budget funds in the 2006-2007 budget for window replacement if a grant is not received). Commissioner Tray- lor seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. RAFFIELD'S C.D.B.G. FUND: C.D.B.G. FUND (#37552) Upon motion by Commis- sioner Williams, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($174,646.00). COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANTS FUND: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANTS (#27550 I #333691 Upon motion by Commis- sioner Williams, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board tentatively adopted these bud- gets as proposed ($700,000.00 - Herman Harmon C.D.B.G. - #27550 / $638,500.00 Over- street Water System #33369). GENERAL FUND: COMMODITY PROGRAM 0525641 Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Williams, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($11,200.00). PARKS & RECREATION AID TO GOV'T. AGENCY/WEWA (#57172-81001) Upon motion by Commis- sioner Williams, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board agreed to tentatively reduce this line item by $6,875.00 ($13,125.00). Commissioner Traylor requested that a letter be submitted to the City regard- ing this matter. PARKS & RECREATION AID TO GOV'T. AGENCY/P.S.J. 1#57172-810001 Upon motion by Commis- sioner Williams, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board agreed to tentatively reduce this line item by $9,000.00 ($21,000.00). CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND: CO. COMMISSIONERS/ CAPITAL INSTLMT. PURCHASE ACQUISITION/ RESERVES Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board tentatively adopted this budget as proposed ($150,000.00 - #C2113 / $528,440.00 #58483 / $717,864.00 #C9984). GENERAL FUND: EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (#391251 Upon discussion by Emer- gency Management/911 Coor- dinator Nelson, Commissioner McLemore motioned to ten- tatively adopt this budget as amended ($182,120.00). VALUE ADJUSTMENT BOARD (#22413) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($200.00). 1023116) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($5,000.00). GULF COUNTY WORK CREW (#24523) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($278,340.00). RADIO COMMUNICATIONS ASSESSMENT: $12.50 SURCHARGE 1#24629) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($26,000.00). F.R.D.A.P. GRANTS (#264721 Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($200,000.00 Dead Lakes Park / $200,000.00 - Honeyville Community Center). WETLAND PROTECTION (#269371 Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($7,500.00) for work that needs to be done at a cem- etery in Dalkeith. COUNTY PLANNING (#27015) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner Williams, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($30,394.00). COUNTY PLANNING - A.R.P.C. (#27019) Upon motion by Commis- sioner Williams, second by Commissioner Traylor, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as Continued on Page 14B -. 1: I''h.. 1J ,J Established 1937 Serving Gulf county and surrounding areas for 67 years 145 Thne Star, Prtn 31. Joe, FL -0 IIinurs y, N v M e I/ VZ -- - NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVENThat pursuant to a Writ of Execution issued in the County Court of Calhoun County, Florida, on the 12th day of January, 2005, in the cause wherein Dixie Land Assets was plaintiff and Donald Flint Mowrey, Jr. and Ruby Philyaw Mowrey was defendant, being case No. CC20010015 in said Court. I Dalton Upchurch, As Sheriff of Gulf County, Florida, have levied upon all the right, title and interest of defendant Donald and Ruby Mowrey in -and to the following described property, to-wit: The interest of defendant Ruby Philyaw. Mowrey in lots 1, 35, 7 of Block 11, and the West half of that part of Jackson Street lying South of Iola Street and West of Block 7 and East of Block 11 in Oak Grove Subdivision Gulf County, Florida., according to the official map on play thereof on file .in the office of the clerk of Circuit Court of Gulf County, Florida plat book 1, page 12 and on the 21st day of November, 2005, at the front steps of the Gulf County Courthouse, in the City of Port St. Joe, Gulf County, Florida, at the hour of 11:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, I will offer for sale all of the said defendant's Ruby Philyaw Mowrey right, title and interest in aforesaid property at public outcry and will the same, subject to all prior liens, encumbrances and judgements, if any, to the highest and best bidder or bidders for CASH, the proceeds to be applied as far as may be to the payment of costs and the satisfaction of the above described execution. Sheriff of Gulf County, Florida /s/Dalton Upchurch In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, persons with disabilities need a special accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact no later than seven days prior to the proceeding at. Publish October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 2005 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR GULF COUNTY, FLORIDA IN RE: ESTATE 'OF OSCAR DAVID REDD, SR. deceased. PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO. 2005-059pr NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION The administration of the estate of OSCAR DAVID REDD, SR., deceased, File Number, is pending in the Circuit Court for Gulf County, Florida, Probate proposed ($5,000.00). G.I.S. MAPPING (#27615) After discussion by Human Resources Officer Manuel re- garding the starting salary for this position, Commissioner Williams motioned to tenta- tively adopt this budget as pro- posed ($118,017.00), and to al- l:. Hu ~r. P. :..ur: Director 1 -r.ui:i r. i-r. ]. [ e G.LS.. Director salary. Commissioner McLemore seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. LAW ENFORCEMENT (#31021) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($33,458.00). WETAPPO FIRE DEPARTMENT (#31822) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($12,250.00). FIRE DEPARTMENTS (#33122) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($6,197.00), to pay a portion of the fire truck payment for the City of Wewahitchka. WEWA SEARCH & RESCUE (#39026) Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Traylor, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($12,750.00). ST. JOE FIRE CONTROL DIS- TRICT FUND: SOUTH GULF COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT (#32922) Upon discussion by Com- missioners Barnes and Wil- liams about a proposal from the South Gulf County Fire Depart- ment regarding a building that, could be utilized by the Fire De- partment, Sheriffs Office, and E.M.S., the Board agreed to dis- cuss this later in the meeting. GENERAL FUND: SEARCH & RESCUE (#39126) Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($10,512.00). SOUTH GULF COUNTY E.S.U. (#39226) Upon motion by Commis- .sioner Williams, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($26,175.00). MEDICAL EXAMINER (#39927) Upon motion 'by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($34,678.00). D.O.T.: LOCAL AGENCY PROGRAM (L.A.P. #40341) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner Williams, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($779,259.00) for the Cape Bike Path project. D.O.T.: SMALL COUNTY OUTREACH PROGRAM (S.C.O.P. #40641) Upon motion, by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($1,200,000.00) for the Willis Landing Road (C. R. 381) Paving project. COUNTY ROAD & BRIDGE (#G4141) Commissioner Traylor mo- tioned to tentatively adopt this budget as proposed, and Com- missioner McLemore seconded the motion. After discussion about the possibility of obtaining a Road Bond for paving, Com- missioner McLemore withdrew his second and Commissioner Traylor withdrew the motion. Commissioner Williams then motioned to tentatively adopt this budget in the amount of $1,000,000.00. Commissioner Division, the address of which is Gulf County Courthouse, 1000 Cecil G. Costin, Sr. Blvd., Port St. Joe, Florida 32456. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative's attor- ney are set forth below. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT: All persons on whom this notice is served who have objec- tions that challenge the validity of the will, the qualifications of the personal representa- tive, venue, or jurisdiction of this Court are required to file their objections with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All creditors of the dece- dent and other persons, hav- ing claims or demands against ededent's estate on whom a copy of this notice is served within three (3) months after the date of the first publica- tion of this notice must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and person having claims or demands against the decedent's estate must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS, DEMANDS AND OBJECTIONS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. The date of First publica- tion of the Notice is 27, October 2005. Attorney for Personal Representative: Charles A. Costin Post Office Box 98 Port St. Joe, FL 32457 Telephone: (850) 227-1159 Florida Bar. No. 699070 Personal Representatives: Freddie Branch P.O. Box 252 Wewahitchka, FL 32465 Henrietta Branch P.O. Box 252 Wewahitchka, FL 32465 Publish October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 2005 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR GULF COUNTY IN, RE: The Estate of Case No.: 05-76-PR In Probate ROY E. ROBINSON, Traylor seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. FLORIDA BOATING IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (#41779) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- -* r. .- r : r-c i -i0 ...ed..:r as HEALTH CARE (#51462) Upon motion by Commis- sioner Traylor,. second by Com- missioner Williams, and unani- mous vote, the Board tentatively adopted this budget as pro- posed ($53,328.00 H.C.R.A. / $2,850.00 BayCares). WELFARE MEDICAID (#52264) Upon motion by Commis- sioner Williams, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($125,000.00). OPPORTUNITY FLORIDA PROGRAM (#55151) Upon motion by Commis- sioner Williams, second by Commissioner Traylor, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($1,546.00). PARK & RECREATION FAC. PARKS UTILITIES/ CAPE PALMS PARK LEASE (#57072) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner 'Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($64,876.00). PARKS & RECREATIONS (#57172) Commissioner Williams motioned, to tentatively reduce O.C.S./Swim Program (#34901) by $5,000.00 ($.00). Commis- sioner Barnes seconded the motion, and it passed 4 to 1, with; Commissioner McLemore voting no. Upon motion by Commis- sioner Williams, second by Commissioner Traylor, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively budgeted $9,956.00 for O.C.S./City Wewa (#34000). Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively budgeted $600.00 for Rentals and Leases (#44000). Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively budgeted $5,250.00 for Repair & Maintenance: Build- ing/Grounds (#46100). Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Traylor, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively budgeted $2,000.00 for Operating Supplies for Exten- sion Service Assistant's expens- es (newsletter, etc. #52000). Commissioner Williams motioned to tentatively re- duce the Improvements Other Than Buildings line item by $3,000.00 ($.00). Commission- er Barnes seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Traylor, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively budgeted $550.00 each for Aid to Gov't. Agency: District 1 and Aid to Gov't. Agency: Dis- trict 2 (total $1,100.00), to as- sist the City of Wewahitchka in paying for equipment (prior obligation). CAPITAL LEASE & ACQUISITIONS (#58484) Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board tentatively adopted this budget as proposed ($40,000.00), as payment on the loan that will be needed to complete the Hon- eyville Community Park/Storm Shelter. EXTENSION SERVICE (#63237) Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Williams, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($93,188.00). deceased. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Gulf County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to con- sider adoption of Ordinances with the following titles: AN ORDINANCE CREATING THE CAPE SAN BLAS GULFSIDE MUNICIPAL SERVICE TAXING UNIT (THE "MSTU"); DESCRIBING THE BOUNDARIES OF THE MSTU; AUTHORIZING THE MSTU TO ANNUALLY LEVY AD VALOREM TAXES WITHIN THE MSTU TO PROVIDE BEACH EROSION CONTROL AND RENOURISHMENT SERVICES, FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS; AUTHORIZING A PLEDGE OF THE MSTU AD VALOREM TAX REVENUES TO THE RETIREMENT OF DEBT WHEN APPROVED BY THE ELECTORS OF THE MSTU AS PROVIDED BY GENERAL LAW; AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF DEBT UPON REFERENDUM APPROVAL; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. and AN ORDINANCE CREATING THE CAPE SAN BLAS BAYSIDE MUNICIPAL SERVICE TAXING UNIT (THE "MSTU"); DESCRIBING THE BOUNDARIES OF THE MSTU; AUTHORIZING THE MSTU TO ANNUALLY LEVY AD VALOREM TAXES WITHIN THE MSTU TO PROVIDE BEACH EROSION CONTROL AND RENOURISHMENT SERVICES, FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS; AUTHORIZING A PLEDGE OF THE MSTU AD VALOREM TAX REVENUES TO THE RETIREMENT OF DEBT WHEN APPROVED BY THE ELECTORS OF THE MSTU AS PROVIDED BY GENERAL LAW; AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF DEBT UPON REFERENDUM APPROVAL; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The public hearing will be held during the Gulf County Board ofCounty Commissioner's meeting on Tuesday, November 22, 2005 at 6:00 p.m. E.S.T. in the County Commissioner's meeting room in the Robert M. Moore Administration Building, Gulf County Courthouse Complex, Port St. Joe, Florida. All interested persons may appear and be heard with respect to the proposed Ordinances. If a person decides to appeal any decisions made by the Gulf County Commission with respect to any matter con- sidered at this hearing, he/she will need a record of the proceed- ings made which would include any evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons SOIL CONSERVATION CONTRACT SECRETARY/ TECHNICIAN (#63337-34100) Upon motion by Commis- sioner Williams, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as ..proposed ($8,080.00). SHERIFF'S AUXILIARY (#63421) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($5,000.00). COURTHOUSE FACILITIES ROOF (#71012) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($671,835.00). PUBLIC LAW LIBRARY (#71014) After discussion by County Attorney McFarland, Commis- sioner Williams motioned to tentatively reduce this budget by $700.00 ($300.00). Com- missioner McLemore seconded the motion, and it passed unan- imously. ARTICLE V TRUST FUND (#71212) Upon motion by Commis- sioner Williams, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($77,290.00). RESERVE GENERAL FUND (#99984) Commissioner Williams motioned to tentatively adopt this budget as proposed ($1,373,556.00). Commission- er McLemore seconded the mo- tion, and it passed 4 to 1, with Chairman Peters voting no.. FINE & FORFEITURE FUND: DOMESTIC VIOLENCE TRUST FUND (#30569) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner Williams, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($3,255.00). CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAM (#30621) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner Williams, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($17,383.00). PRE-TRIAL RELEASE PRO- GRAM (#62308) / Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($1,500.00). DETENTION & CORRECTION (#3d1123) Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Williams, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively reduced the Improve- ments to Building line item (#62100) by $25,000.00 (repairs to the jail roof $.00). Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Williams, and unanimous vote, the Board tentatively reduced the Equip- ment: Detention & Corrections line item (#64000) by $2,000.00 ($.00). DRUG/SUBSTANCE ABUSE EDUCATION (#52423) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner Williams, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($5,359.00). TEEN COURT (#68989) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($1,628.00). The meeting did then recess at 8:03 p.m., E.T. The meeting reconvened at 8:18 p.m., E.T. COUNTY ROAD & BRIDGE FUND: COUNTY ROAD & BRIDGE (#41041) / RESERVE (#A9984) Road Department Superin- , tendent Knee appeared before needing a special accommo- dation or an interpreter to participate in this proceeding should contact Lynn Stephens, Administrative Assistant, County Administrator's Office at (850)229-6111, at least two days prior to the date of the hearing. A copy of the proposed Ordinances are available for inspection on weekdays between the hours of 9:00 a.m. E.S.T., and 5:00 p.m. est. at the Office of the Clerk of Court, Gulf County Courthouse, 1000 C.G. Costin, Sr., Blvd., Port St. Joe, Florida, 32456. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS GULF COUNTY, FLORIDA BY: NATHAN PETERS, JR., CHAIRMAN ATTEST: REBECCA L. NORRIS, CLERK Ad #2005-100 Publish: November 10, & November 17, 2005 PUBLIC NOTICE Storage Units Unit# 94 occupied by Mary McDaniel Unit # 20 Occupied by Keith Fowler.located at 1249 Hwy 22 Mini Storage Wewa, Florida will be opened and content to be sold or removed if pay- ments not brought up to date by November 19, 2005 Publish: November 10 & 17 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF ABANDONMENT OF ALLEYWAY/ROADWAY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of County Commissioners of Gulf County, Florida, at its regular meeting December 13, 2005 at 6:00 P.M., E.T. will consider abandoning any interest by the County and that the public in and to the following described property: Portion of Seashores Drive from Ocean Ridge Lane to Panther Swamp This notice of abandon- ment was initiated by the Gulf County Commission at their August 27, 2005 regular meet- ing. Notice of adoption of the resolution abandoning the said roadway will be published one time in a newspaper of gen- eral circulation in Gulf County, Florida, and the proof of publi- cation of the notice of hearing, the resolution as adopted, and the proof of publication of adop- tion of such resolution will be recorded in the Public Records of Gulf County, Florida. Gulf County Board of County Commissioners /s/ Nathan Peters, Jr., Chairman Attest: Rebecca L. Norris, Clerk Publish November 17, 2005 Ad #2005-104 NOTICE OF PUBLIC the Board to discuss this bud- the Board to discuss this bud- get request for 2005-2006, stat- ing that this budget includes $40,000.00 for a generator, but he will need an additional $30,000.00 in Gasoline & Lubri- cants. After discussion, Chair- man Peters passed the Chair to Vice Chairman McLemore and motioned to tentatively adopt this budget with a 10% increase over the 2004-2005 budget ($1,360,867.00 #41041 / $23,503.00 #A9984). Com- missioner Traylor seconded the motion and, after further discussion, the motion passed unanimously. Chairman McLemore returned the Chair to Commissioner Peters. SECONDARY ROAD & BRIDGE FUND: SECONDARY ROAD & BRIDGE (#41141) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board tentatively adopted this budget as proposed ($449,250.00). ST. JOSEPH FIRE CONTROL DISTRICT FUND: ST. JOSEPH FIRE CONTROL DIST. (#32122/#32222/#323 22/#32422/#32922/#33252) Upon motion by Commis- sioner Williams, second by 'Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board tentatively adopted these bud- gets (for the Fire Departments, they receive what they received for 2004-2005, plus 25% of the additional revenue generated this year) in the total amount of $1,078,900.00, and al- lowed South Gulf County Fire Department to carry forward $45,000.00 from the current year budget, as follows: #32122 Beaches Fire Dept. S$265,869.00 #32222 Highland View Fire Dept. $243,916.00 #32322 White City Fire Dept. $243,944.00 #32422 St. Joe Fire Con- trol $ 21,550.00 #32922 South Gulf Co. Fire Dept. $295,621.00 #33252 Gulf Co. Fireman's Association $ 8,000.00 TUPELO FIRE CONTROL DISTRICT FUND: TUPELO FIRE CONTROL DISTRICT (#31722 / #31922 / #32522) Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Traylor, and unanimous vote, the Board tentatively adopted the Tupelo Fire Control District budget in the amount of $56,560.00 (#31722 $20,000.00 / #31922 $23,207.00 / #32522 - $13,353.00). OVERSTREET FIRE CONTROL DISTRICT FUND: OVERSTREET FIRE DEPARTMENT (#32622) Commissioner McLemore motioned to tentatively adopt this budget as proposed ($25,596.00). Commissioner Traylor seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. HOWARD CREEK FIRE CON- TROL DISTRICT FUND: HOWARD CREEK FIRE DEPARTMENT (#32722) Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Traylor, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($13,674.00). E.M.S. GRANT FUND: E.M.S. COUNTY AWARD (#M5126) Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($3,787.00). STATE HOUSING INITIATIVE PROGRAM FUND (S.H.I.P.): STATE HOUSING INITIATIVE PROGRAM (#46055 / #46155) Upon motion by Commis- sioner Williams, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed (#46055- $156,130.00 / #461555 $350,000.00). INDUSTRIAL PARK E.D.A. HEARING OF ABANDONMENT OF ALLEYWAY/ROADWAY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of County Commissioners of Gulf County, Florida, at its regular meeting December 13, 2005 at 6:00 P.M., E.T. will consider abandoning any interest by the County and that the public in and to the following described property: A portion of S. Long Street from its intersec- tion of Shell Road to the southern-most property line. Parcel I.D. #03517- 100R owned by William J. Guilford, Sr. and Parcel I.D. #03517-150R owned by Larry Turner. This notice of abandon- ment was initiated by the Gulf County Commission at their April 26, 2005 regular meet- ing. Notice of adoption of the resolution abandoning the said roadway will be published one time in a newspaper of gen- eral circulation in Gulf County, Florida, and the proof of publi- cation of the notice of hearing, the resolution as adopted, and the proof of publication of adop- tion of such resolution will be recorded in the Public Records' of Gulf County, Florida. Gulf County Board of County Commissioners /s/ Nathan Peters, Jr., Chairman Attest: Rebecca L. Norris, Clerk Publish: November 17, 2005 Ad #2005-105 SECTION 00020 - INVITATION TO BID PORT ST. JOE HUMANE SOCIETY ANIMAL SHELTER CLEMONS, RUTHERFORD & ASSOCIATES, INC. 2027 THOMASVILLE ROAD TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA 32308 PHONE (850) 385-6153 You are invited to bid on a General Contract, including mechanical arid electrical work for the new construction of the Port St. Joe Humane, Society, New Animal Shelter. Port St. Joe Humane Society will receive sealed bids at 11:00 am EST on Thursday, December 8, 2005 at the Senior Citizen Center, 120 Library Drive, Port St. Joe, Florida. Bids received after that time will not be-accepted. Bids will be opened publicly and read aloud at 11:01 am EST of the same date. Copies of the Bidding Documents may be examined at the Architect's office, Clemons, Rutherford & Associates 2027 Thomasville Road Tallahassee, Florida (850) 385-6153 at F. W. Dodge, 1311 Executive Center, Suite 108, Tallahassee, FUar: o fU den y Cmi si n MnutBbyKeeSldWste Donnytiis 1VMl. FUND: INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT (#55248) Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLenmore, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($167,633.00). D.R.I./E.A.R. FUND: COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING - E.A.R./E.O.C./911 (#27715 / #27725 / #27729) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed (#27715 $39,000.00 / #27725 $100,000.00 / #27729 $151,451.00 ** St. Joe Company Donations for Windmark). HOSPITAL FUND: RESERVE (#B9984) Upon motion by Cdm- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner Williams, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($318,998.00 Half Cent Sales Tax). GULF COUNTY PUBLIC IM- PROVEMENT FUND: GULF COUNTY PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT (#81341 / #P9941) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board tentatively adopted this budget as proposed ($2,571,069.00 - Road Bond). CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND: CAPITAL PROJECTS (#C2113 / #58483 / #C9984) Upon motion by Com- missioner Traylor, second by Commissioner Williams, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($1,396,304.00 Debt Consolidation Bond). OAK GROVE WATER SYSTEM FUND: OAK GROVE WATER SYSTEM (#W7136) Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($50,000.00). GULF COUNTY WATER SYS- TEM FUND: GULF COUNTY WATER SYSTEM (#G1282 / #91453) Upon motion by Com- missioner Barnes, second by Commissioner McLemore, and. unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($147,463.00). HIGHLAND VIEW WATER SYSTEM FUND: HIGHLAND VIEW WATER SYSTEM (#91553) Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Williams, and unanimous vote,'the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($62,130.00). WHITE CITY WATER SYSTEM FUND: WHITE CITY WATER SYSTEM (#R2033 / R2082) Upon motion by Commis- sioner Williams, second by Commissioner McLemore, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted this budget as proposed ($83,228.00). The meeting did then recess at 8:30 p.m., E.T. The meeting reconvened at 8:35 p.m., E.T. GENERAL FUND: COUNTY ROAD & BRIDGE TRANSPORTATION (#G4141 / #99984) Upon inquiry, Clerk Norris reported that the Board is cur- rently at a tentative proposed village rate of 5.8345. Chair- man Peters passed the Chair to Vice Chairman McLemore, and motioned to tentatively trans- fer $1,000,000.00 from County Road & Bridge (#G4141 $.00) to Reserve Cash To Be Car- ried Forward (#99984-96000 - $2,123,556.00). Commissioner Williams seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. Chairman McLemore returned the Chair to Commissioner Pe- ters. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (#21111- Florida. Drawings will be avail- able after noon on Tuesday, November 15, 2005. General Contractors and Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical Subcontractors may obtain copies of the Bidding Documents at the Architect's office in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders upon depositing the sum of $125.00 for each set of Documents. Contractors will be limit- ed to two (2) sets of Bidding Documents and Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical Subcontractors will be limited to one (1) set. Bidders may receive bid documents in one of the following manners: (1) bring deposit check and pick up bid documents at the Architect=s office; (2) mail in deposit check and bid documents will be shipped by UPS. ground $15.00 C.O.D. to cover shipping and handling; or (3) mail in deposit check and include a separate check of $8.00 for handling and your FedEx or UPS account number for shipping. Other interested parties may purchase complete sets of Bidding Documents for the sum of $125.00 for each set, which is non-refundable. Bidders may obtain a refund of their deposit by returning the complete Bidding Documents in good condition no later than ten (10) calendar days after the opening of Bids. Bidders who do not submit a Bid will forfeit their deposits unless Bidding Documents are returned in good condition three (3) days prior to the Bid Opening. I Bid Security in the amount of five percent (5%) of the Bid must accompany each Bid in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. A letter from a bonding company must accompany each bid, stating that the bidder is capable of obtaining all bonds required by the Construction Documents. Port St. Joe Humane Society reserves the right to waive irregularities and to reject any and all Bids. END OF SECTION 00020 Publish November 17; 24 & December ,1, 2005 PUBLIC NOTICE The Variance Committee for the City of Port St. Joe has scheduled a meeting for Tuesday, November 22, 2005 at 5:00 P.M. in the Commission Chamber. All meetings of the Variance Committee are open to the public. Publish November 17, 2005 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL COURT OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR GULF COUNTY 23000)uu Upon recommendation by Human Resources Director Manuel, Commissioner Wil- liams motioned to reduce this line item by $146,764.00, due to a fewer number of new employ- ees to be hired ($1,434,297,00). Commissioner Barnes seconded S,themotion, and it passed unan- imously. RESERVE (#99984-96000) Chairman Peters passed the Chair to Vice Chairman McLemore, and motioned to reduce Reserve Cash To Be Carried Forward by $60,000.00 ($2,063,556.00). Commis- sioner Williams seconded the motion, and it passed unani- mously. Chairman McLemore returned the Chair to Commis- sioner Peters. The meeting did then recess at 8:42 p.m., E.T. The meeting reconvened at 8:47 p.m., E.T. 2005-2006 TENTATIVE BUDGET Clerk Norris reported that $2,538,882.00 has been cut from the 2005-2006 budget requests, and the current pro- posed millage rate is 5.7530. 2005-2006 BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Williams, and unanimous vote, the Board scheduled the first public hear- ing for September 6, 2005 at 5:01 p.m., E.T., in the County Commission Meeting Room. BUDGET SPECIAL MEETING JULY 29, 2005 Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Williams, and unanimous vote, the Board agreed to cancel the budget spe- cial meeting scheduled for July 29, 2005 at 5:00 p.m., E.T. TENTATIVE MILLAGE RATES Upon motion by Commis- sioner Williams, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board ten- tatively adopted the following millage rates: COUNTY-WIDE 5.7530 ST. JOSEPH FIRE CONTROL DISTRICT .5000 TUPELO FIRE CONTROL DISTRICT .5000 OVERSTREET FIRE CON- TROL DISTRICT .5000 HOWARD CREEK FIRE CON- TROL DISTRICT .5000 2005-2006 TENTATIVE BUDGET Members of the Board thanked the Clerk's Office and the County staff for the hard work on preparation of the pro- posed budget. There being no further business, the meeting did then adjourn at 8:52 p.m., E.D.T. NATHAN PETERS, JR. CHAIRMAN ATTEST: REBECCA L. NORRIS CLERK PORT ST. JOE, FLORIDA AUGUST 9, 2005 REGULAR MEETING The Gulf County Board of County Commissioners met this date in a regular session with the following members pres- ent: Chairman Nathan Peters, Jr., Vice Chairman Carmen L. McLemore, and Commissioners Billy E. Traylor, Bill Williams, and Jerry W. Barnes. Others present were: Coun- ty Attorney Timothy McFarland, Clerk Becky Norris, Executive Administrator/Deputy Clerk Towan Kopinsky, Chief Admin- istrator Don Butler, Adminis- trator Staff Assistant Lynn Ste- phens, Building Official Brad Bailey, Emergency Management Secretary Stephanie Richard- son, Emergency Management Director/911 Coordinator Mar- shall Nelson, Human Resources Director Denise Manuel, Plan- ner David Richardson, Public Works Director Gerald Shearer, Road Department Superinten- INuE:ThlEsatco lo aplcaina)orwae debt Bobby Knee, Solid Waste Director Joe Danford, T.D.C. Director Paula Pickett, Veter- ans' Service Officer James Ken- nedy, and Sheriffs Office Major Joe Nugent. Major Nugent called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m., E.D.T. : ; -. Proplheti illtyDixspn opened the meeting with prayer, and Major Nugent led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. CONSENT AGENDA Commissioner McLemore motioned to approve the follow- ing Consent Agenda items, after deletion of item #2 (pages 14- 18), item #6 (page 26), item #9 (page 55), and item #16 (page 71). Commissioner Williams seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. 1. Minutes July 26, 2005 Regular Meeting 2. **DELETE** Agree- ment/Acceptance Chicken House Branch Bridge and a portion of Good Morning Street in Windmark Beach Develop- ment 3. Bid Advertisement - Brush Truck Public Works/ Roll-Off Truck Solid Waste 4. Budget Amendment #9 - General Fund (Law Enforce- ment $11,300.00 -bullet proof vests) Budget Amendment #10 General Fund (Mental Health $3,000.00 Gulf Transportation Veterans) Budget Amendment. #11 General Fund (County Health Dept. $734.00) Budget Amendment #12 - General Fund (Special Proj- ects $470.00) Budget Amendment #13 General Fund (Dalkeith Fire Dept. $1,830.00 for equipment purchase) 5. Committee Appoint- ments Emergency, Food & Shelter Program (David Rich- ardson, Chairman Lorinda Gingell, Vice Chairman Steph- anie Richardson, Secretary) 6. Court Order **DE- LETE** Payment to Attorney Mel C. Magidson, Jr. (04-29-CF *$27.75 to be paid from Account # 61021-31000) Payment to Attorney Mel C. Magidson, Jr. -(04-34-CF $108.75 to be paid from Account #61021-31000) 7. Grant Acceptance Emergency Management (Hazards Analysis Grant - $2,257.00) 8. Grant Contract Haz- ard Analysis (Negotiate with A.R.P.C.) 9. Invoice Agency for Health Care Administra- tion Medicaid (June, 2005 * $11,006.84 to be paid from Ac- count #52264-34100) **DELETE** Boyer Signs Peters Park Signs (7/25/05 $225.00) County Attorney Timothy McFarland (July, 2005 $4,242.18 to be paid from Account #21314-31100 FL Dept. of Revenue Unemploy- ment Compensation (Hysmith *Act. #9975527 $450.00 to be paid from Account #21111- 25000) 10. Job Title Lee Collin- swoth (Assistant Building Offi- cial) 11. Ordinance Amendment Advertisement Floodplain 12. Purchase Request - Solid Waste Brush Chipper' ($28,510.24 State Contract #SP0500-03-D-0089 to be paid from Solid Waste Grant Funds) 13. Permit Application Good Morning Street Bridge Sovereign Lands Easement (Windmark) 14. Refund Building Per- mit Fee Energy Star Roofing ($100.00) 15. S.H.I.P. Subordina- tion Agreement (Warren Grif- fin/T.F.C.U.) 16. **DELETE** Special Projects Payments Dist. 2 Tatum's Hardware & Supply - Roof- Softball Field $86.14 (End) V.M.S. STATE ROAD MAINTENANCE Donny Philips, of V.M.S., appeared before the Board to discuss projects in Gulf County. Commissioner Barnes reported that V.M.S. has been working in the Simmons Bayou area. Mr. Philips reported that V.M.S. is a State Maintenance Contrac- tor for D.O.T., and that they have a seven-year contract for the repair/maintenanre Work. Mr. Phillips also discussed the work in the Simmons Bayou and Cape San Bias Road areas. stating that V.M.S.' was ap- proved by D.O.T. to finish the road paving in the Stumphole area. Upon inquiry by Commis- sioner Barnes about the bike path, Mr. Phillips reported that he has met with T.D.C. Director Pickett and they will be having an on-site meeting with D.O.T. Representatives. Commissioner McLemore inquired about the drainage problem on Highway 71 in the Honeyville and Five Acre Farms Areas. Mr. Phillips stated that he will check on this matter. Commissioner Williams dis- cussed the right-of-way cleanup and drainage problems in the St. Joe Beach area. He thanked Mr. Phillips for the quick re- sponse from V.M.S. Commissioner Barnes thanked Mr. Phillips for the quick response to a complaint from the Simmons Bayou area and also for the work on C30- E. AGREEMENT WINDMARK BEACH DEVELOPMENT BRIDGE AND ROAD County Attorney McFar- land discussed the Agreement removed from the Consent Agenda regarding Chicken House Branch Bridge and Good Morning Street, stating that the agreement requires addi- tioial amendments, and recom- mended that the Board approve the agreement contingent upon amendments by legal coun- sel. Commissioner Williams motioned to approve this rec- ommendation. Commissioner Traylor seconded the motion for discussion. After further discus- sion by the Board, Commission- er Traylor withdrew his second and Commissioner Williams withdrew the motion. Commis- sioner Williams then motioned for County Attorney McFarland to amend the agreement and bring a draft for approval by the Board. Commissioner Barnes seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. B.A.C. MEMBERS Chief Administrator Butler presented a list of proposed members for the St. Joseph Peninsula Beach Advisory Com- mittee. He recommended that the Board appoint the members on this list to the Committee, and the additional members will be appointed at a later date. Commissioner Barnes motioned to approve this rec- ommendation. Commissioner Traylor seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. Chief Administrator Butler stat- ed that the initial meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 10th, at 10:00 a.m., E.T. Upon inquiry by Commissioner Wil- liams about.posting notices for the meeting, County Attorney McFarland discussed that the normal rules for posting will ap- ply. Chief Administrator Butler stated the committee members will decide the date and time of the first official meeting. ROAD BOND Chief Administrator Butler discussed that he has received information regarding a new bond issue for road paving. SPREADER EMERGENCY SERVICES UNIT Chief Administrator Butler recommended that the Board purchase a Jaws-of-Life spread- er (from a Sole-Source Provider) for Gulf County E.S.U:, in the amount of $5,500.00 for the spreader, $750.00 for the chain package and $180.00 for the mounted chain bracket. Com- missioner Williams motioned to approve this recommendation. Continued on Page 15B VAR Tl- C4-, P-,+ 4Z+ 1-. rl o Tkiir-,rlnv Ninvpmher 17. 2005 IN RE: The Estate of IRA ELAINE MARTIN, CASE NO.: 05-77PR Decedent. NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION The administration of the Estate of IRA ELAINE MARTIN, File No. 05-77PR, is pending in the Circuit Court of Gulf County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1000 C.G. Costin, Sr., Blv, Port St. Joe, FL 32456. The name and address of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative's attorney are as set forth below. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT: All persons on whom this Notice is served who have objections that challenge the qualifications of the Personal Representative, venue, or jurisdiction of this Court, are required to file their objections with this Court within the lat- ter of three (3) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or thirty (30) days after the date of service of a copy of the Notice on them. All creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent's Estate on whom a copy of this Notice is served, within three (3) months after the date of the first publication of t his Notice must file their claims with this Coumt within the latter of three (3) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or thirty (30) days after the date of service of a copy of this Notice on them. All creditors of the Decedent and persons having claims or demands against Decedent's Estate must file. their claims with this Court within three (3) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice. ALL CLAIMS, DEMANDS, AND OBJECTIONS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. The date of the first publica- tion of this Notice is November 17,2005. Kevin Chandler Martin Personal Representative PO Box 314 Wewahitchka, FL 32465 Timothy J. McFarland, Esquire P.O. Box 202 326 Reid Avenue Port St. Joe, FL 32456 FL Bar No.: 0984868 (850) 227-3113 Attorney for Personal Representative Publish November 17 8& 24, December 1 & 8, 2005 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR WATER USE PERMIT Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Chapter 373, Florida statues, the follow- ing applications) for water use permits) has (have) been received by the Northwest Florida Water Management District: Application number I 06635 filed 11/01/2005 Overstreet Partners, Attn: Leroy Rowe, 8845 Glen Abby Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32312 Requesting a maximum withdrawal of 17,000 gal- lons per day from the Floridan Aquifer System for P1ublic Supply use by existing and proposed facilities. General withdrawal locations) in Gulf County: T06S, R11W, Sec. 6 Application number I 06636 filed 11/01/2005 Intercoastal Enterprises, Attn: Leroy Row, 8845 Glen Abby Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32312 Requesting a maximum withdrawal of 11,625 gal- lons per day from the Floridan Aquifer System for Public Supply use by existing and proposed facilities. General withdrawal locations) in Gulf County. T06S, R11W, Sec. 6 Interested persons may object to or comment upon the appli- cations or submit a written request for a copy of the staff reports) containing proposed agency action regarding the applications) by writing to the Division of Resource Regulation of the Northwest Florida Water Management District, atten- tion Terry Peterson, 152 Water Management Drive, Havana, Florida 32333-9700, but such comments of requests must be received by 5 o'clock p.m. on November 30, 2005. No further public notice will be provided regarding this (these) applications(s. Publication of this notice constitutes con- structive notice of this permit application to all substantially affected persons. A copy of the staff reports) must be request- ed in order to remain advised of further proceedings and any public hearing date. Substantial affected persons are entitled to request and administrative hearing regarding the proposed agency action by submitting a written request according to the provisions of 40A- 1.521, Florida Administrative Code. Notices of Proposed Agency Action will be mailed only to persons who have filed such requests. Publish November 17, 2005 'c.-.LI;.-^..9J 7017 Ca.rn Gulf .rentv rand currniondina nreas for 67 years Bor fConyCxriso I MinuteSs C ntnudS Commissioner Traylor second- ed the motion, and it passed unanimously. EROSION Chief Administrator Butler -reported that, in November, Mr. Randy Beckman appeared before the Board and requested that he and other property own- ers. be allowed to protect their 'properties on 109 Beach to Bay Drive, 111 Beach to Bay Drive and 109 Clearwater Drive. He reported that they had received permission after Hurricane Ivan, .. and now they were requesting permission to do this again. Chief Administrator Butler rec- ommended that the County be allowed to issue them a per- mit to protect their property through beach renourishment, once they receive approval from D.E.P. Commissioner Barnes .motioned to approve this rec- ommendation. Commissioner Williams seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. DISASTER RELIEF AGREEMENT HURRICANE DENNIS Emergency Manage- ment/911 Coordinator Nelson .requested approval from the Board to execute the Disaster Relief Fund Agreement with the State for Hurricane Dennis. ,,Commissioner Traylor motioned Sto approve this request. Com- missioner Barnes seconded the motion, and it passed unani- mously. B, BERMS PROJECT - RESTORATION (BID #0405- 14) Emergency Manage- ment/911 Coordinator Nelson discussed that he has received , three requests for payments on the berm project. He re- ported that the F.E.M.A. por- ,tion is $100,870.00 and the State portion is $159,030.00, and he requested payment of ; these amounts. Commissioner SMcLemore motioned to pay these, invoices. Commissioner Barnes seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. Commissioner Barnes in- quired about the progress of the Berm project. Emergency Management/911 Coordinator Nelson reported that there have been two berms constructed, and they will possible complete three by the end of the week. BIDS ASPHALT PAVING Road Department Super- intendent Knee requested per- mission to advertise for bids for the repaving on C.R.-30 where the culvert was blown out dur- ing Hurricane Dennis. Com- missioner Barnes motioned to advertise for bids to pave this area, arid Commissioner Traylor . seconded the motion for discus- I sion. Commissioner McLemore 'discussed using cement in this area. Road Department Super- . intendent Knee reported that 8 the area to be paved is 70' by 20'. After discussion by the Board, Commissioner Traylor ,, withdrew his second and Com- missioner Barnes withdrew the * motion. Commissioner Traylor then motioned to have this area Saved on an emergency basis. , Commissioner Barnes second- ed the motion, and it passed unanimously. . SPRING CLEANUP a Road Department Superin- tendent Knee inquired about the possibility of doing the "spring" cleanup betweentNovember o and February. After discussion by the Board, each Commis- sioner agreed to provide dates to Chief Administrator Butler ,I (to provide to the Road Depart- ment and Public Works) for the cleanup times each wants in his district. STREET SIGNS Road Department Super- intendent Knee discussed that the Board had previously ap- Sproved for street signs in new subdivisions to be purchased by the developer. He inquired about who is responsible for replacing street signs on private roads and state roads. After dis- cussion, the Board agreed that V.M.S. is responsible for state roads and private owners are responsible for private roads. ,Emergency .Management/911 Coordinator Nelson reported that once the road has been named, a letter is sent out to inform them it is their respon- sibility to purchase the street signs for the subdivision. QUOTES CLEANUP ON CAPE Solid Waste Director Dan- ford discussed that the speci- fications for debris cleanup on Cape San Blas have been sent to F.E.M.A. for their approval, . prior to receiving quotes. Com- missioner Williams discussed that F.E.M.A. has received 208 claims from Gulf County. MOSQUITO ASSESSMENT I Chairman Peters inquired about the mosquito problem and Solid Waste Director Dan- ford reported that he has re- quested that D.E.P. come and perform an assessment. LOGGERHEAD RUN/CAPE BIKE PATH T.D.C. Director Pickett re- Sported that Loggerhead Run at Cape San Blas received exten- sive damage during\Hurricane Dennis. She also reported that there will be a meeting with T.D.C., D.O.T., V.M.S., and the County on Wednesday, August 10th at 1:00 p.m., to assess the Damage and determine who is responsible for repairs. T.D.C. Director Pickett stated that T.D.C. has entered an agree- ment that after the completion of the bike path, they would maintain it, but they have never been informed that the project is complete. HIGHLAND VIEW PARK Commissioner Williams in- quired about the signs for Don- nie Brake Park. T.D.C. Director SPickett stated that Maintenance SSuperintendent Mork has the signs, and he will install them when the rope and additional pilings come in. DIVISION OF FORESTRY EQUIPMENT 'r Human Resources Direc- tor Manuel discussed that she .: has spoken with the Division of' Forestry about three pieces of equipment they had loaned to the Stone Mill Creek Fire De- partment. She reported that the equipment is being stored at the Highland View Fire Department and is not being used. Com- missioner Williams motioned to remove the following items from inventory, and return them to Division of Forestry. Commis- sioner Barnes seconded the motion, and it passed unani- mously. 1. V10448 1990 F-350 Truck 1FDKE30M3LHA47734, 2. V09634 1976 5 Ton Truck , 763C24510029 3. V08172 3,000 gal. Tanker Trailer 86 SCALLOP FESTIVAL Sandra Chafin, Director of the Chamber of Commerce, appeared before the Board to report that the Scallop Festival will be held Labor Day weekend and invited everyone attend. She also reported that people can order 5 pound bags of scal- lops from the Chamber. 2005-06 BUDGET Chairman Peters reported that the first Budget Public Hearing will be held on Septem- ber 6, 2005, at 5:01 p.m. in the Board Room. He stated that he would-like to see the Board cut another $1.3 million from the proposed Budget. Members of the Board discussed this year's budget process. BUDGET AMENDMENT SPECIAL PROJECTS Chairman Peters passed the Chair to Vice Chairman McLemore, and motioned to transfer $225.00 from District 5 Special Projects to District 4 Special Projects. Commissioner Barnes seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. Chairman McLemore returned the Chair to Commissioner Pe- 'ters. EMINENT DOMAIN RESOLUTION Chairman Peters discussed Eminent Domain and the United States Supreme Court. County Attorney McFarland read a proposed resolution re- garding this matter. Chairman Peters passed the Chair to Vice Chairman McLemore, and mo- tioned to adopt the following resolution. Commissioner Wil- liams seconded the motion for discussion, and inquired about the legalities. County Attorney McFarland discussed the con- trol of Gulf County vs. the con- trol of The Port Authority. Com- missioner Williams discussed The Port and requested that County Attorney McFarland send a letter to Representative Bense with this resolution. After further discussion, the motion passed unanimously. Chairman McLemore returned the Chair to Commissioner Peters. RESOLUTION NO. 2005-16 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMIS- SIONERS OF GULF COUNTY, FLORIDA PROMULGATING A POLICY OPPOSING EMINENT DOMAIN TAKINGS IN GULF COUNTY WHICH ARE AT- TEMPTING TO PROMOTE ECO- NOMIC DEVELOPMENT BUT WHICH WILL INVOLVE TAK- ING PROPERTY FROM ONE PERSON AND TRANSFERRING THAT PROPERTY TO ANOTHER PRIVATE ENTITY WHEREAS, Chapter 163, Florida Statutes allows Com- munity R&development Areas (CRA's) to use eminent domain proceedings to take private property from one person and turn it over to another private entity in order to promote eco- nomic development; and WHEREAS, the Florida Supreme Court has held that a "fairly debatable" standard shall be used in analyzing CRA decisions, and that local legis- lative findings shall be shown deference by, the, courts, thus opening the dobr for CRA's to take private. property,due to "blight";, arid 'WHEREAS, the United States Supreme Court has held promoting economic develop- ment is a "public purpose" which satisfies the Fifth Amend- ment, thus allowing taking of private property and transfer- ring said property to other pri- vate ownership; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners finds that statutory and case law runs contrary to traditional American private property rights and values; and WHEREAS, the B6ard of County Commissioners finds it is in the best interests of the people of Gulf County, Florida to protect and preserve private property rights within Gulf County; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Gulf County, Florida that a Gulf County Policy is hereby estab- lished that: 1. Gulf County, Florida shall not utilize eminent do- main proceedings to take pri- vate property for economic development purposes. 2. Gulf County, Florida shall oppose, by every means available, any municipal or CRA plan which purports to promote economic development by taking private property and turning said property over to another private entity. 3. Gulf County, Florida shall oppose, by every means available, the establishment of any CRA which will attempt to promote economic development by taking private property from one person and turning said property over to another private entity. DONE AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commis- sioners of Gulf County, Florida in open session this 9th day of August, 2005. (End) 911 HOUSE NUMBERING Commissioner Traylor in- quired about enforcing the house numbering ordinance and, discussed placing an ad- vertisement in the newspa- per. Commissioner Williams discussed the policy for new homes, and stated that exist- ing structures are the problem. Emergency Management/911 Coordinator Nelson discussed implemention and enforcement of an ordinance. He also dis- cussed sending out letters to the individuals when there is a problem. Commissioner Wil- liams requested that County Attorney McFarland, Emer- gency Management/911 Co- ordinator Nelson and Building Inspector Bailey work together and draft an ordinance and present it back to the Board. Major Nugent inquired about funds available for the County to install house numbers. Com- missioner Traylor stated that he will check into this matter and report back to the Board. JARROTT DANIELS ROAD Commissioner Traylor mo- tioned to advertise to receive sealed bids for paving needed on the Jarrott Daniels Road stating that there are funds available in the Secondary Road & Bridge Fund). Commissioner McLemore seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. PORT AUTHORITY Commissioner Williams discussed meeting with the Port Authority, stating that they are requesting the Board help with funding within the next 2-3 years. He requested that a Port Authority Representative attend the Budget Public Hearings. Commissioner Williams mo- tioned to commit $500,000.00 of the General Fund Reserves to the Port Authority (approve by resolution). After discussion by the Board, Chairman Peters passed the Chair to Vice Chair- man McLemore, and seconded the motion. Clerk Norris dis- cussed that once the date has been set for the Budget Public Hearings, the Board should not make motions that effect that Budget until the Public Hearing. Commissioner Peters then withdrew his second and Commissioner Williams with- drew the motion. Chairman McLemore returned the Chair to Commissioner Peters.. Com- missioner Williams then mo- tioned to submit a letter to the Port Authority, requesting that they attend the September 6th Budget Public Hearing. Com- missioner McLemore seconded the motion, and it passed unan- imously. GROWTH MANAGEMENT / TRANSPORTATION BILL Commissioner Williams discussed the importance of the Board making a recommenda- tion to the Governor on who is appointed to the Growth Man- agement and Transportation Committee. Commissioner Wil- liams agreed to obtain the list of applicants from the Governor's Office. HIGHLAND VIEW SIGNS Commissioner Williams inquired about the legality of placement of signs' in High- land View since the annexa- tion by the City of Port St. Joe. County Attorney McFarland stated that the maps will have to be reviewed to see where the City Limits of Port St. Joe are located. BIDS ENGINEERING/ HIGHLAND VIEW BULKHEAD Commissioner Williams in- quired about the advertisement for bids for the Engineer for the Highland View bulkhead proj- ect. Chief Administrator Butler discussed that there are cur- rently three F.R.D.A.P. grants active (Gaskin Park, Dead Lakes Park, Honeyville Com- munity Center), and one must be completed before the County can apply for one for the bulk- -head project. WHITE CITY PARK Commissioner Williams inquired about the progress of installation of the walking track at White City Park. Road Department Superintendent Knee stated that he and Main- tenance Superintendent Mork are working in conjunction on this project, but it has been too wet over the last few weeks to do any work. ROAD BOND Commissioner Williams discussed the issues with pav- ing in all areas of the County, and stated that they should get the engineers to help prioritize these projects. ABANDONMENT REQUEST LEE Commissioner Williams discussed the storm water pond in the area of the Gulf Aire/Sea Shores Subdivisions. Public Works Director Shearer discussed the pond, and Com- missioner Williams requested a letter from Public Works stating there is no conflict. Commis- sioner Williams then motioned to begin the advertisement process for abandonment of this property. Commissioner McLemore seconded the mo- tion, and it passed 4 to 1, with Chairman Peters voting no. SPECIAL PROJECTS PAYMENTS Upon motion by Commis- sioner McLemore, second by Commissioner Barnes, and unanimous vote, the Board approved the following Special Projects Payments: Dist. 1 North Florida Child Development - Donation $200.00 Dist. 5 Paul Gant B.B.Q. Mosquito Con- trol/Public Works Dinner $328.50 INDIAN PASS BOAT RAMP Commissioner Barnes dis- cussed that he has received numerous complaints about the boat ramp at Indian Pass, and requested permission from the Board to have the Engineers do a study to see what can be done to correct the problem at this ramp. Commissioner Traylor seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. Commissioner Traylor inquired about the ability to expand the boat ramp, and Commissioner McLemore discussed the prob- lem with not enough parking in this area. PUBLIC WORKS/ROAD DEPARTMENT Commissioner Barnes pre- sented a plaque of appreciation to Public Works Director Shear- er and the Public Works Depart- ment Employees and to Road Department Superintendent Knee and the Road Department Employees for their hard work during and after Hurricane Dennis. Road Department Su- perintendent Knee discussed that there was a good working relationship between the two departments during this storm. F.R.D.A.P. GRANTS - PERMITTING Commissioner Traylor mo- tioned to proceed with obtain- ing the D.E.P. and Corps of Engineers permitting for the pier at the Dead Lakes Park. Commissioner Williams sec- onded the motion, and it passed unanimously. CONSTITUTION CONVENTION STATE PARK Mel Magidson, Jr., of Port St. Joe, appeared before the Board and requested that they contact someone to have the Constitution Convention State Park cleaned up. He discussed that limbs and debris need to be cleaned up before the grass can even be cut. Commissioner Barnes motioned for Chairman Peters to contact the proper in- dividuals regarding this matter. Commissioner Williams sec- onded the motion, and it passed unanimously. BUDGET Chairman Peters requested that everyone be prepared to re- duce the Budget at the Septem- ber 6th Public Hearing. MOSQUITO SPRAYING Bob Willis, of Cape San Bias, appeared before the Board and discussed the possibility of having aerial mosquito spray- ing. He discussed a truck at the Mosquito Control Department that is not being used due to lack of funding. Chairman Pe- ters inquired about the funding, and Mosquito Control Director Danford reported that the State has to approve the transfer of mosquito control funds. Af- ter discussion, Commissioner McLemore requested that the Board send a letter to the State to request additional aerial spraying. Mr. Willis requested that Health Department Admin- istrator Doug Kent also send a letter requesting additional aerial spraying for health rea- sons. Commissioner McLemore then motioned to send a letter to the State for additional aerial spraying. Commissioner Barnes seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. There being no further business, and upon motion by Commissioner McLemore, the meeting did then adjourn at 7:24 p.m., E.D.T. NATHAN PETERS, JR CHAIRMAN ATTEST: REBECCA L. NORRIS CLERK isn't about insuring your car...It's about insuring your family! The Best Coverage. The Best Price. The Best Company. The Best Agent. SaHannon First Floridian A Travelers Company Insurance 850-227-1133 Roy Smith*Andy SmithKaren Clark*Laura Ramsey* Cindy Ward OUR DEPOSIT RATES JUST GOT BIGGER. 4 M5ON CD 13 MONTH CD ,5, f. 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After account opening, the APY and interest rates are subject to change at any time without notice. 'I'easury Checking accounts are limited to individuals andtion-profit emities. Fil THEBAN iPortside Trading Co. Stop in and see our unique selection of: * Home Decor * Handbags * Gift Sets * Ornaments * Jewelry Candles Blue Crab Bay Gourmet Foods * Bridal Registry Free Gift Wrap 328 Reid Avenue, Port St. Joe 227-1950 Mondiiay Stiirdai 10:00 5:00 Bailey Bishop & Lane, Inc. Engineers Surveyors Planners (850) 227-9449 Now Offering: * Residential & Commercial Building Design * Structural Engineering Services * Civil Engineering Services I Surveying Services * Commercial Site Development * Residential And Commercial Subdivisions Your one-stop-shop for all of your design needs. S212 W. Hwy 98, Suite C Port St. Joe, Florida ..... . tstabitsnea ty.51 v )rerVing VUIT CQUIITY UIIU NUIIUUIIUIFI!d ulwua lVI ul -w- 1314 Marvin Ave Port St Joe ,. - Great location in Port St. Joe! Large lot with landscaping, a stor- age shed or workshop, and back patio. Home has extra large living room area, separate dining & kitchen. This home features 3 bedrooms, a utility room just outside of the kitchen, covered parking, & low maintenance vinyl siding. This home is priced to sell at $215,000. Call today and make an appointment to view this home. S.."',' .. .im. ne 3001 Hwy. 98 Mexico Beach, FL 32410 850-648-1102 Toll Free: 866-648-1102 Website: www.HambrickRealty.com Auto Insurance The Star, Port St. Joe, FL Thursday, November 17, 2005 ISB o 1 OP. 16B THE STAR, PORT ST. JOE, FL 0 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2005 Established 1938 0 Serving Gulf County and surrounding areas for 67years Ra:t e s STAR DEADLINES CRates: Cla'siliedDispSla ad Fiida 11:00 am Esf Line ads: $5.00 for the first 3 lines. $0.15 each additional line: Line a,i Monda, ai 11"00 a.m. EST PU Rate $3.50/S0.15 each additional line cai1, i 8o-147-5020 Business ads: $6.25 lor the first 3 lines. $0.20 each additional line; or 1.800-345-8688 Fj, n 850I 747-5014 PU Rate S4.00/S0.20 each additional line E-mail Display Ads to Slaiad,.4gtcom nei Classified Display ads: $5.75 per column inch. $3.75 per column inch for E-mail Clasilied Aus hla he.Ia tpcnh.c.urrm o each additional week ihelem;._ pcnt.crm 431 CAREGIVERS NEEDED (Mexico Beach Area) I We need Caring and Com- Announcement passionate Caregivers to 1 01 Ann O work in Mexico Beach. Work times are based on a sif your availability and we need to fill 24/7 shifts. NIV t cePlease call Home Instead Senior Care at 522-1920. To Place An Ad in The Star Classifieds 41 Call CLERICAL POSITION cur- (850) 747-5020 rently available. Full time or or part time. General office 1 (800) 345-8688 duties. M-F 8:30- 5:00pm. 1 (800) 345-8688 Company is located in Highland View. Contact 30 Betty at 227-2057 for appt. Interviewing Clerk LOST 2 female cats in Position # 44955 Mexico Beach area, re- Dept. of Children ward if found and returned & Families 1 .Hefty tiger striped, gray 201 Monument Ave. in color with pink collar Port St. Joe, 32456 2.Black & White no collar PLease cal1850-527-8202 Contact person: Susan Thomas 229-6854 Salary= Range: S$16,422.90-$42,264.56 November 24, 2005 LAB/RETRIEVER MIX 6 weeks old males one blk Please submit completed one blond, call Tracy State of Florida application 648-5445 or 648-2745 to the contact person. Offered u ] 2407 NEED YOUR HOME CLEAN? Refs Provided. Call Judy@ 850- 227-2064 OLD MAIDS BY THE BAY INC cleaning service. Resi- dential, vacation rental. Pressure Washing. Call 229-1654. Leave message. Affordable!! Home Improvements Sheetrock work,Textured Ceilings & Repairs, etc. 9 850-896-6197, David BUSHHOGGIN' By Pat& Larry 850-648-1048 400 Employment North Florida Child Development Inc. Currently accepting appli- cations from qualified per- sons for the following posi- tions: *Center Manager for the North and South Gulf County Early Childhood Centers Preferred Credentials: * 3 years of experience in the area of early childhood settings Associate degree in Early Childhood Development CDA North Florida Child Devel- opment, Inc., Attn: Se- brina McGill, PO Box 38, Wewahitchka, FL 32465, (850) 639-5080 *10, Se- brina@headstartnf.org DFWP/MF/7-4/EOE North Florida Child Development, Inc. Currently accepting appli- cations from qualified per- sons for the following posi- tions: Part-Time Floater/ Data Entry Clerk Preferred Credentials: High School Diploma or GED Prior experience North Florida Child Devel- opment, Inc., Attn: Se- brina McGill, PO Box 38, Wewahitchka, FL 32465, (850) 639-5080 *10, Se- brina@headstartnf.org DFWP/MF/7-4/EOE Start a new career as a tax prepared V/Flexble hours /Professional wok environment S Bonus Inceives Year Round Employment (FT & P) Now accepting appllcatlonsI 72 -OioA.. Lyn avnFL324 BAY ST. JOSEPH CARE AND REHAB CENTER Of Port St. Joe is seeking enthusiastic, dedicated Team Players for the following positions: *LPNS *Staff Scheduler *Admissions/ Marketing Coordinator WE OFFER competitive wages, insurance, paid time off and a 401K plan. Come be part of our win- ning team APPLY TO: Carrie Harrison/ Human Resources Director 220 9th Street Port St. Joe, FL 32456 (850) 229-8244 phone (850) 229-7129 Fax CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANTS Has your career gone COLD TURKEY? Our 120-bed skilled nurs- ing facility in Port St. Joe is seeking enthusiastic caregivers. WE OFFER the following benefits: *3 to 11 Shift Differential *$13.50 PRN rate *$250 Referral Bonus *Health, Life, Vision, Den- tal Competitive wages *Paid Time Off *MATCHING 401K Plan *Uniform Allowance *Attendance Bonus -Tuition Reimburse Program Please Contact: Carrie Harrison Human Resources Director Bay St. Joseph Care & Rehabilitation Center 220 9th Street Port St. Joe, FL 32456 850-229-8244 Phone 850-229-7129 Fax DREAM OF A THERAPIST SLP- PT- Manager *A place where the en- tire company is a Team. *Company who will allow you to give 20% more to Patient if needed. *Support is often given even before you ask *Upper Management gets involved and cares about you *Company that hires only the best Therapist will similar work ethic and goals. *A Company that is "Home Quality Management" where the Patient is made comfortable and happy and you can give 20% more than required *Paid Medical, Life, STD and Continuing Education Benefits *Company who believes in Education for all Home Quality Management Is the Company you are dreaming aboutli Call Shirley Torres- Director of Rehab Recruitment- NOW!! 1-800-458-7598 Email: stores@hqmmail.com You could earn extra money at tax timel Nota experience necessary Year Round Empbyment (FT& Now accepting applicatlonsl JIIMU M lAOMO 4N Of eaa iendonfi WMSJopeniod 0 C MkM&ficos on, a'eWdtMeedmd ,om THE PORT INN is now ac- cepting applications for a part time Breakfast Attend- ant/ Housekeeper. The shift is approximately 6am- 12pm, sometimes until 2pm. 2 to 3 days a week. Candidates must be able to work weekends and -holidays. If you have an eye for detail and a pas- sion for service, we want youl Please apply in per- son at the address below. Make beds, make waffles, make money! Inquire about benefits package. PORT INN 501 Monument Avenue Port St. Joe, FL 32456 CDL CLASS A DRIVER NEEDED for night shift. Must be able to operate front end loader. Have a clean driving record and pass a DOT drug test. We offer competitive pay. Ex- cellent benefits package. Submit resume to: 1730 Trout Ave., PSJ, FL 32456, call 229-6018 for more info EOE/Drug Free Workplace DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED NOWI No expe- rience required. Werner Enterprises has immediate openings for entry-level semi drivers. Our avg. driv- ers earn more than $36k first year. 60% of our driv- ers get home nightly/ weekly. 15-day CDL train- ing available in your area. Call today 1-866-280-5309 JOB NOTICE The Gulf County Board of County Commissioners is accepting applications for a Code Enforcement Offic- er/ Human Resources Technician. Applications and a complete job de- scription are available in our HR office or at www. gulfcountygovernment. com EOE Application DEADLINE: is Friday, 11/25/05 at 5:00 pm EST. For more information, please contact Denise Manuel, Human Re- sources Director at 850- 229-5335. Gulf County en- forces a Drug-Free Work- place Policy and is an Equal Opportuni- ty/Affirmative Action Em- ployer. Need a helping hand? Advertise in the Help Wanted Section in the Classifieds! 747-5020 D) Professiona7l 46 Construction Superintendent St. Joe Towns & Re- sorts is currently seek- ing an experienced Construction Superin- tendent for our GULF COUNTY Homebuilding Operations. Candidate will supervise the con- struction of detailed unique homes. Candi- date should have great organizational and lead- ership abilities; includ- ing strong communica- tion skills and the ability to follow in place proce- dures while managing multiple tasks. An un- derstanding of external and internal customer concepts are essential in addition to strong people skills. Five years residential supervision required and two year college degree pre- ferred. We offer great pay & benefit package. Mail resume to 245 Riverside Ave., Suite 500, Jacksonville, FL 32202, Fax resume to 904-301-4598 or email to jena.evansOjoe.com Equal Opportunity Employer* Pre- Employment Drug Screeningand Back- ground check Required The Gulf County Board of County Commissioners is accepting applications for: Mosquito Control Director II As described in, FS 5E-13.032. Applications and a complete job de- scription are available in our HR office or at www.qulfcountyaovernme nt.com Salary Range of $38,480 $43,680. Appli- cation deadline is Friday, 11/18/05 5:00 pm EST. For more information, please contact Denise Manuel, Human Resource Director at 850-229-5335. Gulf County enforces a Drug-Free Workplace Poli- cy and is an Equal Oppor- tunity / Affirmative Action Employer. DRIVERS WANTED FOR LOCAL COMPANY Home every night. 1 years experi- ence. Clean MVR. Class A & B license. $300 Sign- On -Bonus after 90 Days. Call 769-9136 ESTABLISHED Real Es- tate Office, in prime market area, has an opening for an experienced, motivat- ed, licensed Real Estate Sales Agent. Call Parker Realty of Mexico Beach, Inc. to set up an interview. 850-648-5777. Operations Associate GT Comn, a total communi- cations company provider in Northwest Florida with 55,000 access lines, seeks an Operations Associate. Successful candidate will be, responsible for the tracking, reporting and analysis of service and productivity measure- ments for our Operations Department. The ability to organize, present and in- terpret data along with thorough knowledge and expertise in the use of Mi- crosoft Excel is required. A two year college degree or equivalent years of related experience preferred. We offer a competitive sal- ary and benefits package including 401K. Please re- spond in confidence to: Susan Machemer Human Resources Manager GTCom R 0. Box 220 Port St. Joe, FL 32457 smachemer)fairpoint.com FAX: 850-229-8689 EOE/MFDV Pool Maintenance person needed Competitive salary with rapidly growing compa- ny. Must have reliable transportation, valid driv. lic., be self motivat- ed, only serious In- quiries need apply. Call 8,0-229-2706 for info. PORTABLE RESTROOM ROUTE DRIVER NEEDED Must have clean driving record, have attention to detail and be able to pass drug test. We offer com- petitive pay and excellent benefits package. Send re- sume to: 1730 Trout Ave., PSJ, FL 32456 or call 850- 229-6018 for more info. EOE/Drug Free Workplace Position Opening Gulf Coast Electric Coop- erative presently has a Customer Service Repre- sentative position opening. Applications will be ac- cepted until Monday, No- vember 21, 2005 at the Work Force Center, 625 Hwy 231, Panama City, FL. Minimum job specifica- tions for this position area as follows: Require High School Diploma. Require a minimum- of 2 years experi- ence in a general office en- vironment, preferably in in- teracting with the public. Require the ability to be- come proficient in proces- sing applications, depos- its, membership fees, serv- ice orders, all applicable rates ind consumer rec- ords. Require excellent oral and written communi- cation skills as well as ex- cellent typing skills. Re- quire the ability to become proficient In dispatching; to utilize equipment prop- erly and according to FCC rules. Required the satis- factory passing of GCEC's employment entrance ex- amination and drug screening. Require the ability to be knowledgea- ble of GCEC's policies and procedures, effectively communicating these to the members; and to courses or previous expe- rience in the utility indus- try. GCEC is an Equal Op- portunity Employer. We re- cruit on the basis of merit, without regard to race, col- or, religion, sex, age na- tional origin, disability or veteran status, HELP WANTED: Mechani- cal knowledge a must. Sal- ary+ benefits. Full or part time. Apply in person, St. Joe Rent-All, 706 1st St., in Port St. Joe, FL. Property Maintenance Person needed Competitive salary with rapidly growing compa- ny. Must have reliable transportation, valid driv. lic., be self motivat- ed, only serious in- quiries need apply. Call 850-229-2706 for more information. RESIDENTIAL SALES You'll work with homeowners to inspect & identify the need for servic- es, and build your busi- ness in Panama City. We seek professional driven closer with sales experi- ence. You'll also need a clean driving record, and pre-screen drug & back- ground checks. We offer first year earning potential to $35K, comprehensive paid training & outstand- ing benefits. Please apply in person at 1337 W. 19th St., Panama City, FL 32405 At Terminix, you'll find an environment that is built around your success. Our career paths & training programs can help you advance as far as you want. That is, if you're a motivated person with ex- ceptional sales & cus- tomer service skills who's ready to join a Fortune 500 leader. From here, your potential could take you anywhere. TERMINIX Success Breeds Success RESORT VACATION PROPERTIES OF SGI, INC. NOW HIRING! Secretarial, Maintenance, and Inspector positions available. Good pay and flexible hours. Benefits available for full-time em- ployees. Come grow with Our Teami For Information call: (850) 927-2322 Ext 145 Apply In person at: 125 West GUlf Beach Dr. St. George Island, FL Route Personnel Currently seeking route personnel to maintain, supply, and administer a full-time route of coin operated amusements in major retail locations in the local service area. Entry level position. Pre-employment back- ground checks will be conducted. A good driv- ing record is a must. Competitive Salary + Commission & Benefits. Email qualifications to sunshinejobs(@earth link.net or fax to 1-888-432-8010. EOE Use reference code: RM-PCB Staff Writer Needed The St. Joe Star, in his- toric Port St. Joe, is seeking an enterprising reporter who under- stands the value of com- munity journalism. This reporter will cover a vari- ety of events and issues In this high-growth area. The Star offers an excel- lent benefit package in- cluding 401 (k), medical, dental, and vision insur- ance, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, etc. Please send resume, cover letter & clips to: Tim Croft, Editor St. Joe Star R O. Box 308 Port St. Joe, FL 32457 or by e-mail to tcroft@pcnh.com. You may apply online at: www. emeraldcoast.com/ employaop EOE Drug-free workplace. Ne Mriaoe Loatio RENTAL SLITE A.'ULABLIE in ne\w NaltlCl MoAtigagec Bulinrd Convenient, first-floor location in Port St. Joe's growing business district across from Port Shopping Center. Move in early- Dec, 2005. Upscale layout, approximately 465 sq ft, including reception area and private offices. Shared amenities include conference room, full kitchen and third-floor observation tower. Serious inquiries only Call Brian Marshall at: 850-227-6626 .1 _ D General -Employment JOIN OUR TEAM, Pristine Pools is looking for a exp'd pool & spa technician. Ap- ply in person 408 Garrison Ave. Port St. Joe, FL. Ref's req'd. AUCTION! Every Friday Night at 7 pm Eastern. Great Auctions Weekly. Often Including Estates Col. Wade Clark, Auctioneer Wade. Clark Auctions 314 Reid Avenue, Port St Joe 850-229-9282, AB1239, AU1737 10% Buyer's Premium 553- Reeves Tempur-pedic Beds ,-;S Oreck Vacuums ,. ..Ready to Si',w ," Finish ,". Furniture 5547. St. Joe Rent-All, Inc. 706 First Street Phone 227-2112 / MINI-STORAGE \ a5x10 10x10 10x20 On Site Rentals 6 Days .A Week ASK ABOUT FREE MONTH'S RENT! 2176 HWY 98. 4 Lots, great possibilities for multi-family. 183ft. Unob- structed Bay View. City water & sewer. Currently a convenience store with Deli. $1,700,000. Joan Lovelace, 850-527-2560 Mexico Beach Harmon Re- alty or 800-239-4959 MEXICO BEACH, Hwy 98 General Commercial- Den- sity should allow Duplex. Gulf view & Beach access. $695,000. Joan Lovelace, 850-527-2560 Mexico Beach Harmon Realty or 800-239-4959 2 BR, 1.5 BA TH Gulf Aire subdivision, pool & tennis, beach access w/ board- walk, $295,000. Call 850- 229-8667 By owner * Self Storage 3 Acre Boat/RV * Covered/Uncovered Storage Climate Sizes 5" ., 1Y.0' ..; 10' \ I '" 10 I .\ 15' 10 :, 211 * Office Warehouse * Rental Units (Available from 25' x 40' or will build to suit) e,(ontrolled $~' 11.6 Month: 0- $135 Moenth 01 Iss Mlonthi General Employment Dodge '99 SLT 1500 4x4, V8, excellent condition, Red/ Tan, load- ed, garage kept, 80k mi- les, $10,000. 763-6335. 150 FORD '90 Club Wagon XL, would make excellent work van. Dual gas tanks. Very large. Decent gas mileage. Excellent me- chanical shape. $3750. Call 381-6341 AMERICAS MINI STORAGE & OFFICE COMPLEX Port St. Joe, Commerce Park, Off US Hwy 98; 141 Commerce Drive, Port St Joe For Information Call:, (850) 229-8014 o (850) 229-8030 (850) 258-4691, 710ffiEMM CARABELLE 3br/1ba new remodel, big yrd, no pets, $750mo. 404-307-8912 RIVER RETREAT, lot #14 at Bryants Landing, on Lockey Lake & the lower Chipola River. Sleeps 6. 2br, 2ba, 1 queen, 1 dble & hide a bed. Lake & river view. Incl's boat launch & carport with fish & hunting cleaning set up. $100 per day or $600 for 7 days. $35 cleaning fee. For daily or weekly rental call 850-639-2874, & press 1. New Commercial Office and warehouse storage for lease In St. Joe commerce park located on Industrial Rd. (FL Hwy 382) behind Arizona Chemical. Each space consists of an office, bath, storage closet and warehouse with 10' roll up door. Convenient to all lo- cations, 1/2 mile off Hwy 98. 1000 sq.ft. each space. $550 per month. 12 month leases. One month securi- ty deposit. Office (850) 229-8014. Home (850) 229.8030 C 810-258.4691 MINI STORAGE 2 BR 1 BA newly remod- eled,PSJoe. Cor lot w/bay view. $250K 762-3252 3 ADJOINING lots in HV. 1 with 2 lots 117x135 to- tal, approx. 1000sf, 3br, lba home in good cond. CH/A, newer roof. 1 with 1 lot, 56x135, 2br, lba, older home, used as rentals. CH/A, will sell all or separate. Across from new Hiland View Park. Will con- sider all offers. 647-3404 or 258-5529 1BR Loft house over look- ing a beautiful stocked pond, 2.62 acres, lots of deck space, room to build, $180k, call 850-227-4128 MEXICO BEACH- 4th St. 3br, 1.5ba home. Large liv- ing room w/vaulted ceiling. Jenaire Grill. Wraparound deck. 2 blocks from dedi- cated beach. $349,900 Joan Lovelace 850-527-2560, Mexico Beach Harmon Realty (800)239-4959. MEXICO BEACH- 507 Georgia. 3br, 2ba mobile home on corner lot. Screened porch and deck. Fenced in back yard. $275,000. Joan Lovelace 850-527-2560, Mexico Beach Harmon Realty (800)239-4959. MEXICO BEACH- 609 Georgia. 3br, 2ba on 75x112 corner lot. Large Florida room, screened back porch. $275,000. Joan Lovelace 850-527-2560, Mexico Beach Harmon Realty (800)239-4959. MEXICO BEACH, $399,900 3br/2.5ba townhouse. Like new, fully furnished, Beachside of 98 Joan Lovelace, Mexico Beach Harmon Realty, 850-527-2560 or 800-239-4959 MEXICO BEACH, 34th St. 3br/2ba, Beachside of Hwy, 1/2 'Duplex. Well maintained, fully furnished. Gulfview. $695,000. Joan Lovelace, (850)527-2560 Mexico Beach Harmon Re- alty, 800-239-4959 MEXICO BEACH, Ocean- side Village. 38th St. newly constructed end unit townhouse. 2br/2ba, pool, garage. $549,900. Joan Lovelace, (850)527-2560 Mexico Beach Harmon Re- alty, 800-239-4959 OAK GROVE- 6 Lots, 3 br, 1 ba 1300sf Home, Herit- age Oaks- Water & sewer, $99"p'.r"150340.0302 or 227-6123/By Owne9r , OVERSTREET, 3br, 2ba on 1.25 acres. 15ft deep fish pond, greenhouse, screened porch, carport w/ work shop. $274,900 Joan Lovelace 850-527-2560, Mexico Beach Harmon Re- alty (800)239-4959. OVERSTREET, 3br, 2ba on 2 acres, outside shed. Near Wetappo Creek, $249,900. Joan Lovelace 850-527-2560, Mexico Beach Harmon Realty (800)239-4959. OVERSTREET, 3br/2ba on 2 acres, outside shed. $249,900. Joan Lovelace 527-2560, Mexico Beach Harmon Realty 800-239-4959 PORT ST. JOE. 173 Bar- bara Dr. 3br, 2ba w/spacious rooms large yard near schools, town. Fireplace in family room, screened porch. Joan Lovelace 850-527-2560, Mexico Beach Harmon Re- alty (800)239-4959. ST. JOE BEACH, $795,000. 3br/2ba. Locat- ed on corner lot across from dedicated beach. En- closed front porch w/ un- obstructed view of beach. Commercial possibilities. Call Joan Lovelace, Mexi- co Beach Harmon Realty, 850-527-2560 or 800-239-4959 ST. JOE BEACH Santa Anna St. 3br, 2ba, fire- place, hot tub, 2 car gar- age. $275,000. Joan Love- lace 850-527-2560 Mexico Beach Harmon Realty (800)239-4959. ST. JOE BEACH. Pineda St. $225,000. 2br/1ba Mo- bile home on 75x150 lot, 2nd block from dedicated beach. Joan Lovelace (850)527-2560, Mexico Beach Harmon Realty 800-239-4959 CABEL DRIVE- Port St. Joe- Waterview, water & sewer, great location, $295K. 850-340-0302 or 227-6123/By Owner. EASTPOINT, 1 ac wooded lot w/majestic Ig trees, sur- vey in place. W&S upon city approval. $72,500. Call Anna Boatwright, Panther Realty, 850-670-5544. LARGE double lot, well with pump, septic, P pole, Ig utility bldg, Scotts Ferry, $38,500. Some owner fi- nancing avail. 639-6637 LOT FOR SALE on St. Joe Beach, lot sits Coronado Street, $275,000. Call (423) 581-5283/ By Owner. REDUCED!!!!! PORT ST. JOE BEACH, 75x150', (high) with mobile home, 2 br, 2 ba. 11/2 blocks from gulf. 36x36 carport, 2 sheds, fenced pet area, $280K. Partial Owner financing available 850-647-9193 By Owner. ST JOE BEACH, Deed re- stricted subdivision, sec- ond block from beach, $180K obo. 850-647-6110. ST. JOE BEACH, Sea Shores Subdivision, Nice building lot, sewer tap paid. 2nd block from beach, underground utili- ties. $279,900. Joan Love- lace, (850)527-2560 Mexi- co Beach Harmon Realty, 800-239-4959 EASTPOINT, Refs., No pets., Newly renovated, Mobile Home, on 1 acre, 3 br, 1 ba, 1st, last, $300 dep. $700 mo. Call 850- 697-8064 for appt. 2 BR, 2 BA dblwd, on Ig beautiful fenced 1/2+/- acre lot, on Hwy 71, N of Wewa, $62,500. Call 639-6637 NEW MANUFACTURER HOMES starting at $37 per sf. Zoned 2 & zoned 3. Also the end loader porch model.. what a value. Get a new DCA model home that will appreciate just like a stick build home starting as low as $52 per sf in- stalledl! We have all of our plans approved for 140mph wind standard. Call 763-4266 90 2000 SEA DOO'S GTI (2), Bombardier. 3 passenger jet ski's, 85hp motors, Master Hyde double trail- er, $6000 firm. Excellent condition. Call 229-9030 evenings. 2003 23ft Keywest Center Console with electronics, 200hp, 180 hours. Trailer included. $26,500.' call 850-762-3252 2-12ft KAYAKS, paddles, rod holders, anchors. Ex- cellent condition. $1000 or best offer. 2004 12ft John boat, 6hp Suzuki 4 stroke motor, trailer, spare tire, excellent condition. $2500 or best offer. 227-1308 1993 30' DUTCHMEN on rented lot across from Bay in Apalachicola, FL. Set up with screen porch and Vi- nyl shed. $10,000. Info. (334) 793-8292 evenings. 110 1994 FORD Crown Victo- ria, asking $1800 or best offer. Call 850-229-8334 To Place An Ad in The Star Classifieds Call (850) 747-5020 or 1 (800) 345-8688 140X 1995 FORD F-150 XLT, 100,200 miles, new tires. Runs great. White. $5,250. Call 648-8765. CHEVROLET '95 S10 Ex- tend Cab, 4x4, Vortec V6, runs good, looks good, $3500. For more info., call Tommy@ 229-9721. BAKE SALE! St. James Episcopal Church. SAT. Nov 18th, 9am-12N. ALUMINUM Awning, sizes ranging 37-91 in, all 5 $125, will sell separately. Call 227-4552 COMING SOON! Airport Limo Service Call 850-899-0678 NICE SEARS treadmill, hardly ever used, $75.00 firm, Call 229-6922 CAFE & HEALTH FOOD MARKET in Trendy Port St. Joe, great customer base, 2 yr Ise, low over- head, new renovation & advertising, Sacrifice $49K OBO. Call 850-647-3702, 229-1382. www.natures perfectfood.com REMEMBER: ADS in this Classnidaftion rray r. 'r @ n:'.,' ,=q" jitrr- n Ir,. vestment or may be multi-level marketing opportunities. We do not recommend giving credit card or bank ac- count information out over the phone. Always research the company you plan to do business with BEFORE investing. 2 BR, 1.5 BA TH Gulf Aire subdivision, pool & tennis, beach access w/ board- walk, $795mo. Call 850- 229-8667 NEW 3 BR, 2 BA TH, Mex- ico Beach, pool, no smkg/ pets, $975mo + dep. Call 647-1642 or 227-6204 71 11*... D Restaurant"; ,qlubs / Hot I's I Git408 Garrison Ave, Port St. Joe, FL (Pristine Pools, netdoor to units) 229-6200 Office 814-7400 Cell Phone BEACH STORAGE Day: 227-7200 Night: 647-3882 Sf. Joe Beach PLUS SMALL ENGINE REPAIRS NOW AVAILABLE Climate Control 2 BR, 2 BA, 8228 Hwy 98 PSJ Beach, gulf view, great for resident or busi- ness $975mo + dep. Call 850- 647-9214. 2 BR, OAK GROVE Close to St. Joe Bay; 457 Madi- son St. call 850-227-7800 3 BR, 1 BA, Furn'd home, 10 mins from Port St. Joe Beach. Ch/a, $500 mo, 1 mo sec dep. No pets. Ca- nadians and Evacuees welcome, short or long term. Call 850- 890-0680. BRAND NEW HOME in Apalachicola, 3 BR, 2 BA, well maintained neighbor- hood, convenient to all of Apalachicola, $1200mo, Call 850-323-0387 to see GORGEOUS Bay Sunset view on CR-30. 2 br 2.5 ba, wood floors, custom cabi- nets, fully furn'd, screen porch & open deck. 3, 6, or 12 month rental-winter rates, $1200 mo., first, last month rent & $600 dep due on signing. No pets. Call 850-229-7799. D General Employment 98 m , The Star, Port St. Joe, FL Thursday, November 17 2005 17B Esalse 97* evn fcuTyran d sronigaesfr6eas CLSSIED ADSe * Residential *Custom Wood * Commercial 'Industrial A & R Fence Albert Fleischmann FREE Estimoles EIN#593115646 (850) 647.4047 Tony Poloronis & Sons, Inc State Certified Electrician ESI2000204, & Finish Carpentry RG006883 229-6751 Office 227-5666 Cell Serving area since 1975 *,z MARy KAY S Margaret Presswood Independent BeautN Consultant 58 Hs 98 PO Box 14053 Mexico Beach, FL 32410 1 800 659 0641 I 850 648 4896 .w\\w.marykay com/mpressnood WASHED Ulp a, $99 LLC. FREE ESTIMATES I5 Houses Decks Chd ede Carports Roofs C ll - RV/Campers Boats, Trailers, etc. He * / Carpet Country t Highway 98 Highlald View Port St. Joe 850.22f.7241 Fax 229.9405 Do-It-Yourself Professional Carpet Cleaning with RINSE-N-VAC Great for Cleaning All Carpet, Upholstery, and Auto and Recreational Vehicle Interiors, TRY IT TODAY! NATIONAL SHUTTERS, INC Show Room Located at St. Joe Airport Buy Direct From Manufacturer And Save S*Rolling Shutters *Clear Panels *Bahama Accordion Shutters CARPET AND UPHOLSTRY STEAM CLEANING & RESTORATION SERVICE 24 Hour Water Extraction IICRC Certified Technicians Mold and Mildew Remediation Free Estimates SStain Protection Available Ctf i h" nician -Molda Mle (80)22-65 Construcion atisBs "Wth Womn' *, ch Locally Owned *} \i%6 Residential Commercial Termite & Pest Control Termite Treatments *Restaurant *Motel -Flea ControlC* ondomiinims *Household PestControl -New Treatment * Real Estate (WOO) Repis Construction Sites Specializing in Vocalion Rental Properties FAMILY OWNED [ PLEASANT & PROFESSIONAL "Serving the Entire Area" Free Estimates Do.1t.Yourself Pest Control Products RE'-s.cErIi -L 827-2339 & MOBILE 227-5952 St.i C( .-r inr.EtC Lk S&L S & L ? Painting DO U B LE Will Work For you & With You from Framing to Finishing Residential & Commercial License/Insured Call for Estimates & Consultation license # CBC1253286 Office: (850) 229-5281 3tp9/15 Screen Rooms *Carports Aluminum Railing Florida Rooms Pool Enclosures 227-3628 tfc -A-^ 5 STAR PAINT & COLLISION CENTRE' A MATTHEW SCOGGINS X Owner (850) 229-STAR FAX# (850) 227-9898 770 Hwy. 98 MV#41279 Port St. Joe, FL 32456 Make your "Dream House" a reality ALSO GIVE YOU ESTIMATES Custom plans by Frank Healy, MBA 850-647-8028 LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED BY MIKE MOCK ed2g. 'its, CARPET CLEANING CERAMIC TILE & GROUT UPHOLSTERY CLEANING 24 HOUR WATER EXTRACTION RV'S CARS TRUCKS VANS LICENSED AND INSURED RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL STOP BY OUR OFFICE TODAY 135 WHwy 98 Port St. Joe, FL ONEAL SANDERS APPLIANCE REPAIR SERVICE Repair all major brands Home # 647.5113 Work # 227.5112 Lnge orrSmsa li' Do Thnt All - NAo! Tob Iio frgeor lo'o Smal (onstrumnon In 1 New Construction or Renovation Phone/Fax (850)227-7107 Lic,.# RG0066644 Circle S Refinishing Repair Touchup or Complete Refinishing We do it ALL from furniture to floor. Free Estimates This area's most experienced refinishers. 227-4369 ask for Dusty Rod & Reel Repair Bluewater Outriggers Port City Shopping Center 229-1100 TLC Lawn Service "Every yard needs a little TLC" Free Estimates 2296435 Established 1991 Mowing 'prinider Systems Trimming, Fertilizing Installed & Repaired DC IMOHt RElll Drywall, Painting, Carpentry & No Job Too Small! Free Estimates! CHARLES Office (850) 647-1698 Cell (850) 227-4248 ST. JOE NURSERY & SUPPLY 706 FIRST STREET* PORT ST JOE 227-2112 Beside St. Joe Rent-All" LIC# MV54468 850 229 8651 MOBILE 850 227 8024 JC'S CONSTRUCTION Drywall & Painting New & Remodeled .."% 639-9430 Licensed & Insured Serving Port St. Joe and Surrounding Area for 20 Plus Years 1 Call Does It All For Your Major Appliance, Air Condition & Electrical Repairs 850-229-8416 RA0043378 1i ER0007623 Starratt Roofing, Inc. Residential Commercial STATE CERTIFIED CCC041335 Stephen Starratt Shingles Built-Up Metal Licensed & Insured Wauchula, FL 33873 ph (863)773-2651 Fax (863) 773-9871 ALLENCO BUILDER INC. Building Contractor Bruce R. Allen P.O. Box 1171 Phone (850) 227-1882 Port St. Joe, FL 32457 340-0674 (Cell) allenco@gtcom.net FAX: (850) 229-1544 RB 29003351 & CARPENTRY PAINTING , Home Repair Minor Renovations Vinyl Siding & Gutters, Doors Windows Deck Maintenance All But 6, LLC Licensed/Insured Charlie Poliski 850-545-1126 or 670-8532,, SUN ST Lawn Er Landscaping LLC "When Quality Counts" -u ; Landscape Design & Installation Full Lawn Maintenance Irrigation Installation & Repair Commercial & Residential Tractor Work, Rock Driveways, Water Features, Sod & Palm Trees Office: (850) 647-2522 % X, ': '", .. ...... ., ... v : ,,, ,',, .. .- ; Hardmood Flooring Decorative Flooring 850-229-7720 offers profes- sional services for anyone who wants their floor completed properly and with pride. Exotic and Domestic wood Flooring Inlays- Borders and Medallions Installation Sanding and Refinishing Repair Custom National Award winner for best floor in Nation. Largest showroom in the State of Florida Licensed Insured References Unmatched Quality and Value for your money www.decorativeflooring.com 15735 O THEJ. LESTER COMPANY REAL ESTATE APPRAISAL & CONSULTING SERVICE A Financial Service Institution Residential Vacant Land Commercial Appraisals JAMES E. "JAMIE" LESTER Real Estate Appraiser & Broker Master Degree Business Administration Certified General Appraiser License#RZ2783 Broker License#BK5321.15 Including Consulting Assignments Market Analysis Feasibility Studies *Finances Investments Eminent Domain Estates Tax Purposes 850-639-4200 Fax 850-639-9756 SermingC *if f. l'. i -i i, Gilroun, Liberay & /.., -r...i..., './ ,,'.1 ].., h.: ^ r. ul l..v5 ^ Is, Advertise Here 1 135 Hwy 98 SA l YOUR HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER FOR OVER 67 YEARS g ~2- 74-2/~^/ -7- ^//m/m/m/m/ook DRIESBACH CLEANERS 1,80 AVENUE C Pick-up and Delivery 850-227-1671 I Established 1937 Serving Gulf county and surrounding areas for 67 years CLASSIFIED ADS ONIRE V JIUII r % l It St. Jcv.F hrdy.Nvme ,205Etbihd13 *SrigGl ont n urudnIaesfr6 er hmW" ."Copyrighted Material Syndicated Content Available from Commercial News Providers" - I - --0 mo S -EM-. .~ - -.. - - ~ S 0 'Sp so Voo U e - - ~ Now Open Indulge yourself by scheduling a.therapeutic body massage and relaxing facial today. TREATMENT MENU INCLUDES: . Mjcrodermabrasion Shiroclhar ge .... . Facials Exercise -ies' '-' S, '' I aiftertlfktes Assortment of Gifts Located at 304 Williams Avenue Port St. Joe, FL 32456 License #CE9965249 . 850"227-9727 ..' StStop by and pick up your half off first facial coupon and make an appointment. 31e-o04at oefaurn adod loig il nkth t' Spliwo1. Ell g Phaprojidfraccopts t h lo in iirna pm I 125 GulfI''coast UCirc~le Port St. Joe, Fl. 3 bedroom 2 bath home featuring hardwood flooring, tile in kitch- en and bathrooms. Appliances, Metal Roof Gated subdivision. 101 Gulfcoast Circle Port St. Joe, FL 3 Bedroom 2 bath home featuring hardwood flooring, tile in baths, Kitchenaid Appliances, Stucco and Gerard Roofing. Gat- ed subdivision. JANICE HALL CONSTRUCTION 11150) 229-859 FULL LIQUOR BAR Open 5:00 pm 10:00 pm Tuesday Saturday foe.HAPPY HOUR 5:00 PM-7:00 PM -oft Tuesday Friday LADIES NIGHT Lf * 0Every Wednesday Night $100 Domestic Beer $300 House Wine Open 7:00 a 7 Days NEW INVENTORY ITE FIJI WATER N 50% OFF PORTION m 9:00 pm A Week . MS ARRIVING DAILY ow AVAILABLE SELECTED ITEMS .. pine Ca re Plus HWY 71. Wewahitchka. FL 32465 (850) 639-2626 Uheres a NEW Chiropractor in town!!! DDr. Mike Covi n NOW OPEN Tuesday 8:00 AM 12:00 PM CST Friday 2:00 PM 6:00 PM CST q Slip and Fall Accidents Auto Aveld4ont Rack Pain Rellcf Routine Spine Adjustments * Serving Gulf county and surrounding areas for 67 years Established 7937 18B The Star, Port St. Joe, FL Thursday, November 17, 2005 I -o . 1 .1- : Gola" I F T S |