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August 3, 2017 YOUR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER 75¢ Buz Eddy’s It’s a family tradition Teacher new role: consultant raises By Glenda Caudle Gulf Breeze News© 2017 [email protected] still in “I wish I had had such a set- up when I took over (as Gulf Breeze’s city manager),” says limbo recently retired Edwin “Buz” Eddy of his new relationship with City Hall Superintendent won’t and with accept magistrate’s his suc- cessor, In- decision terim City M a n a g e r By Pam Brannon Samantha Gulf Breeze News © 2017 Abell. [email protected] E d d y , Eddy w h o Santa Rosa Professional Educators marked 25 years of service to 5th Finelli son receives union President Rhonda Chavers said the Gulf Breeze when he retired at county’s teachers the end of April, signed on for a must now wait for — RELATED — little more work on behalf of the the school board Teachers vote city at that time. Specifically, he Congressional Award to set a date, time to keep union invests 20-25 hours a week as and location for a representatives a “consultant” for the city and couraging him to strive for the award program areas that will benefit them public hearing on Page 2A By Glenda Caudle will continue to do so until April Gulf Breeze News© 2017 and his Boy Scout leader, Paul Bruha, throughout life. whether the board 2018, according to the new con- [email protected] for serving as his mentor during a pro- “I had the gold as my goal from the will accept a spe- tract he signed. cess that began when he was about six get-go,” Finelli said. “The outstanding cial state magistrate’s recommendation “Basically, by virtue of years John Finelli, son of Scott and Ellen months past his 13th birthday. It was at moment for me was when they had me to give teachers the raises they requested of service, I have background Finelli of Gulf Breeze, became an Eagle that point that he started tracking his on the stage and I met Rep. Matt Gaetz for the past school year’s teacher contract. information and knowledge Scout last year. He used the challenging hours in four different program require- and had a photo with him.” “The superintendent did not contact us to that may be of help for the fu- trek to that level to put him on track to ment areas: voluntary public service, The new award winner said he would ture,” Eddy says. “By having a earning the prestigious 2017 Congres- personal development, physical fitness encourage any young person to become See School Board Page 3A » consulting relationship with me sional Award Gold Medal. and expedition or exploration. involved in the program, which has six for a year, the city can contact On June 21, he stood on the stage of The rising senior at Gulf Breeze levels of award: bronze, silver and gold me and discuss this background the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center Con- High School started his paper work certificates and bronze, silver and gold information. I also have ongo- gressional Auditorium on Capitol Hill documentation last year and submitted medals. Each level has different re- ing roles on certain projects and in Washington and received the award his information in April. Soon after- quirement challenges in terms of hours, programs that did not end as of from Rep. Matt Gaetz. wards, he was notified he would receive with the Gold Medal requiring the most May 1. For example, I serve as Four older brothers – Matt, Daniel, the award established by Congress in of participants. chair of the Fairpoint Regional Kyle and Joey – were also part of the 1979 to “recognize initiative, service Finelli is the only youth from the Utility System until the first part program, with Joey qualifying for the and achievement in young people.” It Gulf Breeze-Pensacola area to receive of 2018. I am also working on highest honor, as well – and John said is Congress’ first and only award spe- the award this year. Indeed, he was several special projects for the he expects their younger sister, Keira, cifically for youth and it affords young the only recipient from Florida’s First to make her own quest in time. people from 13 ½ to 23 the opportu- See Eddy Page 3A » He gave his mother credit for en- nity to set and meet goals in the four See Volunteering Page 3A » Avalon site owners accept county offer sometime in late September. By Pam Brannon Gulf Breeze News © 2017 The offer was on a 19-acre Submitted photo [email protected] parcel on Avalon Blvd and Mulat Road in Milton. Sev- Piling up The offer to JDL Santa eral parcels were offered to Concrete test piles are being driven at Rosa LLC of $850,000 from the county in the Request for each “bridge bent” location to determine the Santa Rosa County Com- Proposals they made, and they the lengths and driving criteria for the mission for a possible county were discussed at the last coun- production piles that will be driven at the courthouse site was accepted location. The production piles will provide ty meeting two weeks ago. But the foundation for the new bridge(s). by the company last week. in a surprise move during the More than 2,000 test and production piles The county has now begun meeting Commissioner Sam are scheduled to be driven. its “due diligence” process to Parker began encouraging his see if the property is indeed fea- Pile driving work is restricted to one- fellow commissioners to make half-hour before sunrise to one-half- sible for a courthouse, meeting an offer on this parcel to move hour after sunset. Noise and vibration is all the state and environmental monitored (above and below the surface Doug Henriques | Gulf Breeze News things forward. This parcel requirements. Brandi White- had been offered to the county of the bay) so as not to exceed established thresholds. Hancock Bank entertains hurst, Public Information Of- for between $1,027,000 and ficer for the county, told Gulf $1,159,000 depending on how The piles are being driven on the west Hancock Bank welcomed the community to its Gulf Breeze branch last week when it Breeze News this week that the much of the property the coun- side of the bridge. Boaters should use hosted Business After Hours as part of the Gulf Breeze Chamber of Commerce. issue will probably be coming only the main navigational channel when Pictured, from left, are Cricket Anderson, Shelbey McCain, Debby Prather, Chandler King back to the county commission passing beneath the bridge and give the and Lisa Gibbons. See County Page 5A » construction barges a wide berth.
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The Santa 8:30 a.m., Tiger Point Community Center, 1370 Tiger Park number of challenged ballots. ing during the last school year Rosa Education Assn. (SREA) Lane, Gulf Breeze The Santa Rosa Professional “We had a 55 percent turn out and has approximately 100 is asking for an election for that Educators (SRPE) teachers’ of people casting ballots,” Chav- members. That group gathered group, also. The counting of Friday 4 union will remain the bargain- ers said. “We were really excited enough signature cards to re- the ballots will occur at 10 a.m. ing unit handling all contracts with getting such a large margin quest an election to see if teach- EST Sept. 19 in the Tallahassee Gulf Breeze Optimist Club Breakfast with the school district. A vote of votes for our current union ers would vote for a new union, PERC offi ces. 6:45 a.m., Gulf Breeze Hospital cafeteria held by ballots sent to the state’s and not to have to go to any run The current SRPE has served as The good news for SRPE PERC offi ce in Tallahassee over off.” the bargaining union for over 43 teachers union came on the heels Monday 7 the past month, requested by a She said the group challeng- years in the school district. of the decision by a state magis- Commissioner Committee new group trying to become the ing the current union for bar- Chavers also serves as the trate to give raises to teachers. 9 a.m., Tiger Point Community Center, 1370 Tiger Park bargaining agent for teachers, gaining rights cannot challenge main negotiator for SRPE and The decision of the superin- Lane, Gulf Breeze was completed Tuesday, July again through an election for was in Tallahassee at the PERC tendent not to accept the recom- 25, in the late afternoon, and the three years. offi ce when the votes were tal- mendation of the magistrate has Dist. 1 Listening Tour/Com. Williamson SRPE won that election by 52 “We hope they will be sup- lied last week. She was accom- made it necessary for the issue 5:30 p.m., Pace Community Center, 5976 Chumuckle percent of the 1,900 votes cast. portive of us for solidarity sake. panied by fi ve union members. to be raised in a formal hearing, Highway, Pace The parties have 15 days to We really want to work with all Now the Educational Support with both sides appearing, be- City Council Meeting challenge the election results, the teachers for the best outcome Employees (ESP) election to de- fore the school board. 6 p.m., Gulf Breeze City Hall, Council Chambers, 1070 Shoreline Drive, Gulf Breeze Tuesday 8 Worker arrested for taking prescriptions Dist. 3 Listening Tour/Com. Williamson 7:30 a.m., Jay Library, 5259 Booker Lane, Jay Tuesday, July 25 GULF BREEZE • 8:47 p.m.: In the 1200 block of US Local Option Sales Tax Citizen Committee Hwy 98, a traffi c stop for suspicion of POLICE 9 a.m., Santa Rosa County Administrative Center Board DUI led to the arrest of Deborah White, Room, 6495 Caroline St., Milton 57, Pensacola for DUI. REPORT • 11:01 p.m.: In the 100 block of US Development Review Board Hwy 98, a traffi c stop for suspicion of 22, of Milton was arrested for 6 p.m., Gulf Breeze City Hall, Council Chambers, 1070 DUI led to the arrest of Jamie Garland, 24, resisting without violence and Shoreline Drive, Gulf Breeze of Gulf Breeze for DUI. The passenger, Ste- assault on law enforcement of- Steffey Gore Kugelman fanie Bowden, 24, of Gulf Breeze was ar- fi cer. Wednesday 9 rested for resisting without violence and ob- • 400 block of Cumberland Steffey, 34, of Pensacola for grand theft. Gulf Breeze Toastmasters struction by disguise. Avenue, a report of a theft of a bicycle. Noon -1p.m., First Baptist Church of Gulf Breeze, 555 • 2:46 a.m.: Bayfront Parkway, a report Sunday, July 30 Fairpoint Drive of a crash led offi cers to discover one of the Wednesday, July 26 • 4:50 p.m.: 800 block of Poinciana passengers had an outstanding warrant. A Bulding Code Board of Adjustments • 11:55 a.m.: Daniel Drive & US Hwy. 98, Drive, a report of a crash led to the arrest of 35-year-old Panama City man was arrested. 2:30 p.m., Public Services Conference Room, 6051 Old offi cers responded to a crash and arrested the causation driver, Kay Butler, 52, of Gulf • Valero, verbal disturbance. Bagdad Hwy., Milton the causation driver, Angela McNally, 50, of Breeze for DUI and refusal to submit to a • 10:53 p.m.: 600 block of Baycliffs Milton for DUI. breath test. Santa Rosa Island Authority Board Meeting Road, a traffi c stop for suspicion of DUI led • 8:50 p.m.: Bridge Bar, a report of a dis- 5 p.m., Santa Rosa Island Authority meeting room, 1 Via de to the arrest of Brian Andrews, 41, of Pace Thursday, July 27 turbance led to the arrest of the aggressor, Luna, Pensacola Beach for DUI. • Sunchase Condos, a report of a theft Thomas Gore, 45, of Pensacola for attempt- from a condo by an acquaintance. ed burglary, aggravated assault and criminal Saturday, July 29 mischief. Jacklyn Kugelman, 57, of Pensac- Friday, July 28 • 3:48 a.m.: Exxon, a report of a suspi- ola was charged with attempted burglary. cious vehicle led to the arrest of Carole Tol- • 1:08 a.m.: 800 block of US Hwy. 98, er, 25, of Pensacola for DUI. a traffi c stop for speeding led to the arrest Monday, July 31 • 7:08 a.m.: Pensacola Bay Bridge, a traf- F of the passenger, Leon Knight, 21, of Pen- • 300 block of Fairpoint Drive, a report of LASHBACKS fi c stop for expired tag led to the arrest of sacola for possession of marijuana over 20 Joiel Smallwood, 41, of Molino for driving a lost/stolen license tag. grams, possession of marijuana with intent August 3 with a suspended license and attaching tag • 1800 block of US Hwy 98, a traffi c stop to distribute, drug paraphernalia and false unassigned. for speed led to the arrest of the driver for 1 Year ago this week – 2016 name to law enforcement offi cer. • 1:40 p.m.: 1300 block of Soundview driving with a suspended license habitual. After nearly three years since Gulf Breeze teenager William • 2:09 a.m.: Hampton Inn, while law en- Trail, report of a theft of prescriptions led to 2232, Carl Harrell, 29, Pensacola. Brandon Aydelott was accused of brutally murdering his forcement was investigating a person who the arrest of one of the workers onsite, Derek mother, Sharon Aydelott, the court has ruled that Aydelott is had fl ed, a different individual, John Wood, now competent to stand trial. 5 Years ago this week - 2012 Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office Report About $2 million is being cut from the Santa Rosa County budget for the 2013 fi scal year. Information provided by the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office. 10 Years ago this week - 2007 Note: All arrest and police reports published in Gulf Breeze News are public record and do not imply guilt. All suspects are presumed Bay Breeze Inn management confi rmed that the Mahi Mahi innocent until proven and/or adjudicated guilty in a court of law. 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Evans, Lauri Smathers, block, Avenida De Sol, W/F, 57, 5700 block, West Merritt, Tyler Joshua, Register your birthday on our Facebook page or W/F, 56, 8200 block, Navarre, drugs-possess Jackson St., Pensacola, DUI- W/M, 23, 2300 block, email us at: [email protected] Navarre Pkwy., Navarre, unlaw bld alch Prytania Cir., Navarre, DUI- prob violation-felony unlaw bld alch gulfbreezenews.com GULF BREEZE NEWS August 3, 2017 3A School board will decide on retro pay “Personally, my retro-pay would » Continued from Page 1A the school board meeting own expenses. to all issues involved with the room last week with standing Another teacher asked recommendation and the dis- add up to something between $650 let us know he was not going room only to come support school board members to trict’s budget. “These are chal- to accept the magistrate’s rec- the magistrate’s recommenda- please also stand by the mag- lenging times with our budget and $900, and that would be a lot ommendation before contact- tion for $3.3 million in total istrate’s recommendation for and very challenging times of money I could spend on supplies ing WEAR TV and making a teacher raises requested from retro pay for teachers. coming with decisions being statement,” the union. Several speakers “Personally my retro-pay made by the state legislature. for my 150 kids.” Chavers told Gulf Breeze stepped up to the microphone would add up to something I promise that we will look at News this week. “But now we during the 25 minute public between $650 and $900, and everything very carefully be- wait for the school board to set forum portion of the school that would be a lot of money I fore making any decision on – An unidentified Santa Rosa County School a date for a hearing. We hope board meeting encouraging could spend on supplies for my the magistrate’s recommenda- Teacher they can step back and be to- school board members to ap- 150 kids.” tion,” Scott said. tally objective when looking at prove the special magistrate’s Parents spoke about the out- Chavers said the magistrate all the reasons the magistrate recommendation for teacher standing quality of their chil- who traveled to Milton to hold recommended the raises.” raises. dren’s teachers and how teach- the hearing between the union ers the raises we had request- 2009 the hearing was held in The difference between One teacher told board mem- ers need to be paid a wage that and the school district to try to ed,” she said. “We hope the the large auditorium of Milton what the school district had bers that she has been a teacher will keep them in this school help negotiate the impasse on school board would accept his High School and was filled to offered in teachers raises and for 23 years and loves her job district. contract talks has had very few recommendation so we could capacity. “We do not know if what the union was request- in the school district, but now School board members Di- decisions in favor of unions all move o with a new school the school board will decide to ing was $1,186,604. The union “cannot afford not to have a ane Scott and Carol Boston over the past five years. year with a clean slate.” again hold the hearing there, also asked for retro-pay going second job” with three kids in told the teachers and support- “But he said our request was Chavers said the last time or where they will set it – or back to July 1, 2016. college herself. She said most ers in the audience that they reasonable and could be met by there was a need for a hear- when. There is no time frame Teachers and some parents teachers in the district have to personally, as board members, the district and he made a rec- ing before the school board for that they have to meet in set- supporting the teachers filled hold second jobs to pay their will give careful consideration ommendation to pay our teach- an impasse in contract talks in ting the hearing date.” Eddy remains committed to serving community
» Continued from Page 1A Eddy was appointed to serve Although he was never a and the distribution of funds son and daughter-in-law and has half of Take Stock in Children, on that board, along with the board member of the Capital from the Deepwater Horizon oil plans to go to Seattle in Septem- a movement for which he has a new city manager.” mayor, by the City of Gulf Trust Agency, he attended meet- spill. ber to see their daughter. great heart, and says he will be The utility system was cre- Breeze, and their service does ings as the city manager and He then reports back on any “It’s been very interesting,” he working with local Rotary clubs ated around the turn of the 21st not come with any pay or ben- translated actions of the agen- significant action or issues. says of his new state of life. “Un- on projects and plans associated century, according to Eddy. The efits. cy to the City Council to keep Describing Abell as “very til the end of April next year, it with that effort. City of Gulf Breeze owns a third The former city manager says members informed. knowledgeable,” Eddy says his feels like it’s a good transitional He is also interested in get- of the agency, which has as its he is also working on several Any action taken by the background and years of experi- phase: should I go and find a job ting involved as a volunteer with purpose providing potable wa- special projects on behalf of his CTA requires follow-up action ence enable him to be her eyes or immerse myself completely Manna Food Bank and says he ter for the City of Gulf Breeze; successor. by the Council, so it is essen- and ears in many places and in retirement? It’s been interest- will be staying active with Gulf the South Santa Rosa Utility “It’s good to have another set tial someone be able to explain situations. ing and different from being at Breeze Presbyterian Church as Co., through the Midway Water of eyes looking more in depth at and respond to questions from “My connection with Saman- City Hall at 7 every morning. he finishes up this year of on- System; and the Holley-Navarre projects than might be possible the members of that governing tha is the biggest thing,” he says So, yes, my morning routine is going commitment to a com- Water System. otherwise. It’s been very inter- body. of his part time efforts on be- a little different, but that was to munity he served for a quarter Eddy says it became apparent esting,” Eddy says of the past Eddy continues to attend half of the city. “If I had gone to be expected.” century. the city needed a reliable and few months. those sessions, along with Abell, work somewhere else, it would He has plans for getting more “I recommend this new life,” safe source of water and it found He has been involved in the but now he is there to help the have been difficult for her to involved in raising money on be- he says. one in a local aquifer. The utility renewal of the city’s health in- interim city manager make the make contact. I wish I had had system purchased land close to surance plan for 2018 as a repre- transition in her new job so that such a set up when I took over I-10 and State Highway 87 near sentative at meetings where the she can report to and fully an- -- the opportunity to call some- Milton, where there was no de- state-wide pool of purchasers swer questions for the Council. one for anything from customer velopment, so the water source meets, and he has also helped At this time of year, in par- concerns to a very complicated would be as pristine as possible. develop a plan for moving into ticular, there is huge pressure on project. Plus it gives me a half The development plan called the future in that arena. the city manager to get the bud- way step into retirement. And for laying a pipe line to this Looking ahead, he has found get for the coming year drawn it’s good for the city to maintain area, which was done, to keep time to contribute to other utility up, so Eddy sometimes attends the connection, going forward.” this rapidly expanding portion operations. meetings of groups as diverse For these efforts, Eddy is paid of the Panhandle from having For instance, the City of Gulf as the Florida Great Northwest, a salary of $65,000 a year, with to depend on local rainfall -- not Breeze will need to build a new Northwest Florida League of travel expenses and insurance always a reliable source and not waste water treatment plant in Cities and Florida City and coverage. always safe if natural or man the next few years, and he is County Management Associa- In his new spare time, Eddy made disasters occur -- for its offering his expertise as those tion, in addition to sessions re- says he has done a bit of trav- potable water. plans develop. lated to Triumph Gulf Coast Inc. eling with his wife to visit their Volunteering, physical fitness among City of Gulf Breeze criteria for Congressional award 1070 Shoreline Drive • Gulf Breeze, Florida 32562-0640 PHONE: (850) 934-5100 • FAX: (850) 934-5114
» Continued from Page 1A although he could have met his Date: August 03, 2017 program goal with only four Congressional District. He was nights/five days. Sealed Bid Packages will be received at Gulf Breeze City joined by 372 youth from 39 Many of the milestones he Hall, 1070 Shoreline Drive, Gulf Breeze, Florida 32561, un- states – the largest class in the reached, he says, came by way of til 38-year history of the program. his efforts as a Scout. Boy Scout Wolf Blitzer of CNN’s “The activities and participation as a September 05, 2017 Situation Room” was the mas- volunteer in local events helped 2:00 p.m. Central Time ter of ceremonies at the impres- him meet the first program goal. sive award ceremony, with Rep. His personal development hours For Nancy Pelosi serving as keynote came as a result of his effort to BIDS FOR: speaker and congratulating the become an Eagle Scout. When SEWER CLEANING AND Gold Medalists. She said, “You it came to physical fitness, he VIDEO INSPECTION have taken responsibility for the elected to work out on a daily future. You have given us all basis, with running “a lot and The bid packet includes “Bid Submittal Form and Bid hope.” pretty consistently” helping him Specifi cations” for this bid. The Bid packet is available free Senate Majority Leader Mitch keep fit and healthy and moving of charge at City Hall, 1070 Shoreline Drive, Gulf Breeze, McConnell commemorated the him along the path to the medal. FL 32561 or on the City’s website at www.cityofgulfbreeze. 2017 Gold Medalists by adding Attendance at High Adven- com/request-for-proposals. Questions may be addressed to their achievement to the Con- ture bases and numerous Scout Danny Hall by telephone at 850.565.0186 or email at thall@ gressional Record. campouts enabled him to put the gulfbreezefl .gov. Finelli logged more than 600 finishing touches on his super- hours of voluntary public ser- achiever effort. Please submit an original and three (3) copies of your vice (400 hours are required), “This program was great for sealed submittal to the City of Gulf Breeze, Attention: City more than 300 of personal de- my development as a person and Clerk, Sewer Cleaning and Video Inspection, 1070 Shoreline velopment (200 are required) I think it’s a great program for Drive, Gulf Breeze, Florida 32561. Your submittal should and more than 300 of physical any individual who wants to try be received no later than September 05, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. fitness (200 are required). He it. I think I learned lessons that Central Time. also logged six expeditions/ex- will be with me throughout my John Finelli, center, with parents Ellen and Scott and sister, Kiera, The City will award the project to the lowest responsive plorations of varying lengths, life,” Finelli said. meets Congressman Matt Gaetz. and responsible bidder. The City of Gulf Breeze reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive any bid informalities, and to re-advertise for bids when deemed in the best interest of the City. The City of Gulf Breeze hereby notifi es all bidders that it will affi rmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertise- ment, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invita- tion and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, gender, religion, age, disability, marital status or national origin in consideration for an award.
LEGAL 42190 Gulf Breeze News 2x 8/3/17 4A August 3, 2017 GULF BREEZE NEWS gulfbreezenews.com Skylyr, Collin say vows on Pensacola Beach Skylyr Merchant and Collin Garrett were married on July 16 on beautiful Pensacola Beach. The bride’s aunt, Rhonda Bar- kley, performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Joann Merchant and Joseph Bal- lato. The groom is the son of Shane and Kelly Garrett. The wedding party included brides- maids Rabecca Cowen, Kristin Holifield, Marlena Burger, Vic- lic. Contact info is www.wflf. row house dating from 1802, is toria Maloney and Kyla Milet. org or (850) 723-2112. located at 210 South Quince St. The groomsmen were Blake in Philadelphia, a historically Vermas, Taylor Love, Coby Gulf Breeze Area significant area. Questers edu- Shields, McKay Ragsdale and Historical Society cates by research and the study Cole Garrett. The reception was (GBAHS) of antiques and donates funds to held at the Gulf Breeze Recre- the preservation and restoration GBAHS membership met on of artifacts, existing memorials, ation Center. Tuesday, July 11, in the Clay The groom is employed by historic buildings, landmarks Ford Room at the Gulf Breeze and educational purposes.” Baptist Hospital and the bride Recreation Center. The guest is employed by Sidelines on Following the program, pres- speaker was Sue Garnjobst, from ident Barbara Udit held a short Pensacola Beach. After a hon- Questers Organization. Questers eymoon on the Gulf Coast, they business meeting, complete with is a non-profit, international or- the reading of the minutes, a will reside in Gulf Breeze. Best ganization with 18 chapters in wishes, Skylyr and Collin! treasurer’s report and updates Florida. Garnjobst was president from all officers. of a Questers Chapter in Iowa, Gulf Breeze Area Historical Navarre Garden Club and when Collin Garrett and Skylyr Merchant are standing on the walkway to a section of Pensacola Beach Society board members met for following their wedding. (NGC) she moved a strategic planning session in The Navarre Garden Club to the Pen- the Clay Ford Room at the Gulf asks, “Like gardening? Con- sacola Bay Breeze Community Center on cerned with the environment?” area 20 Sunday, July 16. Attending were If you answer “yes” to even one years ago Udit, vice president Kay Childs, of the questions, Navarre Gar- ,she started secretary Karen Jurkowich, trea- den Club members invite you to the one in surer Teresa Banfell and histori- a Navarre Garden Club Encoun- Pensacola. Garnjobst an Betty Allen. Board members ter, “A Tea,” on Thursday, Aug. She lives in present included Diane Ward, 24, from 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Gulf Breeze Martha Brenenstahl and Becky the home of Dale Powell, 8808 and has been following the Ben- Herzog. Sand Pine Road in Navarre. son House stories in the media. These board members worked NGC wants everyone to find Garnjobst told the following to develop a mission for the His- out what they do and why they story of Questers. torical Society and to determine do it and all about the happen- “Questers started in 1944 the planning and scope of work ings at the Navarre Garden when Elizabeth Bess Bardens needed to achieve that mission. Club. passed an antique store on her It is the mission of the Gulf To RSVP, call (850) 396-5494 lunch break and bought a syrup Breeze Area Historical Society or email president@navarregar- pitcher. When she returned to to collect, preserve and display denclub.org. the office, she set the pitcher historical facts, papers and ar- on the corner of her desk and tifacts pertaining to the Greater West Florida Literary many people stopped to talk to Gulf Breeze area, as well as sup- Federation her about it. Bess decided to porting the intent of the will of start a lunch discussion group the Benson family. to discuss old treasures. So West Florida Literary Fed- Members will do this by from this group, other groups eration invites you to open mic building good will and promot- GBAHS’ strategic planning session was attended by (from left) Becky Hersog, Diane Ward, Martha or chapters were formed so that Tuesday, Aug. 15. Refreshments ing interest in Gulf Breeze’s his- Brenenstahl, Barbara Udit, Karen Jurkowich and Teresa Banfell. people could learn about their will be served at 6:30 p.m., torical heritage through research collections and those of fellow reading and program by Andrea and special exhibitions. members. The discussion of the archiving all these items. Team Breeze Area Historical Society Aug. 9. General membership Walker will be gin at 7 and open The immediate scope of blue syrup pitcher has resulted members working on this goal meeting schedule will change as meetings will be held on the mic will take place at 7:30 at work includes placing all items in chapters of Questers being are Udit, Banfell, Sharon Sims follows: third Thursday at 6 p.m., begin- Pensacola Cultural Center, 400 in storage units and the Benson formed in 41 states and two and Dawn Hargrove. It is just a Board meetings will be held ning August 17. GBAHS meet- Jefferson St,, room 201. Admis- House on shelving and develop- provinces, Quester’s Headquar- beginning. on the second Wednesday of ings will continue to be held in sion is free and open to the pub- ing procedures for sorting and/or ters, a three-story Federal style Beginning in August, the Gulf each month at 3 p.m., beginning the Clay Ford Room.
Fisher, McKinney Learn to raise win Military Children ‘Backyard Scholarships Chickens’ Aug. 18 Patrick Fisher and The Scholarships for Bethany McKinney Military Children pro- Experts from the UF/IFAS Exten- tween 8 a.m. and 4:30 of Gulf Breeze won gram was initiated in sion Santa Rosa County will offer a p.m. weekdays, or email $2,000 college scholar- 2000 to award scholar- class on having your own backyard PrudenceC@santarosa. ships as part of the an- ships to graduating high chickens. fl.gov. nual Scholarships for school seniors or col- This class is free to attend without Military Children pro- lege-enrolled students. pre-registration and is available in two gram. It is open to qualified locations: Fisher Patrick received his McKinney sons and daughters of * 10 a.m. Aug. 4, UF/IFAS Santa award at Pensacola members of the U.S. Rosa County Extension Office, 6263 NAS. He is the son of James and Susan Fish- Armed Services, including active duty, retir- Dogwood Drive in Milton er and plans to attend Clemson University. ees and guard/reserves, as well as children * 10 a.m. Aug. 18, Gulf Breeze Li- He is active in National Honor Society, Sci- of deceased military personnel. Applications brary, 1060 Shoreline Drive in Gulf We are proud to be the fi rst in the area to offer ... ence National Honor Society, Future Busi- are turned in through commissaries. Breeze Gentle laser ness Leaders of America and Rho Kappa and Applicants for the 2017 program were Prudence Caskey, UF/IFAS Exten- treatment for the is a lacrosse academic award winner. required to maintain a minimum 3.0 grade sion Santa Rosa County 4-H agent, symptoms Bethany received her award at Hurlburt point average, participate in voluntary school will discuss the basics of having your of low hormones Field. She is the daughter of Derry McK- and community activities, demonstrate lead- own backyard chickens, along with or menopause, inney and plans to attend the University of ership qualities and write an essay on “If you characteristics of the most commonly including ... Central Florida. She is active in student gov- had the chance to have a 30 minute conver- available chicken breeds. Call for s 0AINFUL INTERCOURSE Introductory s 6AGINAL ITCHING IRRITATION ernment and the international conversational sation with any person in human history (ei- Learn how to select the breed of Offer! program, did an economics internship, and is ther living or deceased), who would be the chicken that best meets your needs. s 6AGINAL BURNING DRYNESS involved with the Troy University newspa- person you choose? Why? What topic would For more information, contact Pru- s 5RINARY 5RGENCY 5RINATING AT NIGHT per and the Animal Humane Society. you discuss with this person?” dence Caskey at (850) 623-3868 be- s 2ECCURING BLADDER INFECTIONS OR 54)S s ,ICHEN SCLEROSUS !NYONE IS WELCOME TO ATTEND A SEMINAR OR Errand + Cleaning Services SERVICES &2%% CONSULTATION TO HEAR MORE DETAILS Skilled Nursing Lean On Me can handle your cleaning and errands so Psych Nursing 850-916-7766 you can do the things you want to do! Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy House + Pet Sitting • Grocery Shopping • House Cleaning Speech Therapy • Prescription Runs • Post Offi ce • Bank • and more! Medical Social Services Home Health Aide Karen Kennedy, MD 'YNECOLOGY s "OARD #ERTIl ED s 2EGISTERED 0HARMACIST A TEAM YOU CAN TRUST 1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy. #201 | Gulf Breeze, FL MEDICARE LICENSED TOLL FREE: 877-470-9288 SINCE 1991 850-470-9288 850.450.8525 Licensed + Insured Pensacola License #20476096 | Crestview License #299990987 www.peopleshomehealth.comwww.peopleshomehealth.com www.karenkennedymd.com | 850.916.7766 LeanOnMeFlorida.com leanonmefl [email protected] gulfbreezenews.com GULF BREEZE NEWS August 3, 2017 5A
Some of the people helping with the Reading Enrichment are Beth Cyr, Sara Lee Menzer, Elise Stratford, Lucy Daniel, Sarah McCarren, Jack Grimly, Cindy Curran and Karen Owen. Reading camp makes summer a page-turner ater Pleasure Reading or Read- ing Theater, as needed. Helen these hard working students were ByBetty Archer Allen Gulf Breeze News © 2017 ing for Fun, Comprehensive Laucella and Carol Boden su- served a scrumptious luncheon [email protected] Session, Writing and Art and pervised Writing and Art. Sara by Beth Cyr, Susan Moore and Sally Weber and Sara Lee Menzer point out the theme for the St. One on One Reading Lee Menzer, with the assistance Mary Jo Manning. Sarah Mc- Francis Reading Enrichment Camp. St. Francis Reading Enrich- The mornings began with of Nancy Story, lead the Com- Carren attended to learn what ment Camp returned for the the signing in of the children by prehension Session. One on One the children would be accom- fourth year, beginning Monday, Sally Weber. From there, partici- reading was handled by John plishing, but she also served as July 24. The camp activities this pants went into the church for a Boden, Lexie Hebert, Cindy a great camera person. year were held only in the morn- question and answer session and Curran and others. Just think -- these students got ing and included children enter- prayer with Father Tim. Then At the end of the morning, to do this for five whole days. ing third through fifth grades they moved from station to sta- with various reading levels -- tion. not just struggling readers. The Karen Owen supervised the goal was to show kids that read- Reading Theater, where the stu- ing is fun. dents acted out four scenes from The theme for the week was “Charlie and the Chocolate Fac- the book “Charlie and the Choc- tory.” olate Factory” by Roald Dahl. Elise Stratford and Lucy Many St. Francis members vol- Daniel assisted the children in unteered to make Reading Camp Pleasure Reading or Reading a success. for Fun. Jack Grimly served as The camp activities or sta- a floater and alternates between tions consisted of Reading The- Pleasure Reading and the Read-
Adopt-a-Pet Fiji | Female | Agouti and Domestic Shorthair Hi, I’m about 17 weeks old and we need each other! I’ve been at the shelter since June 7 so Susan Moore and Beth Cyr helped serve luncheon to reading Student readers with Helen Laucella and Carol Boden (end of the please come get me!! students. table) who supervised writing and art. For more info on Fiji (ID#A096227) call (850) 983-4680 SANTA ROSA COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER GB Elementary 4451 Pine Forest Rd | Milton, FL 32583 Need a hug?? Monday- Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm County buys Saturday 9:00am - 2:00pm orientation is Brought To You By To be a Sponsor of potential site Adopt A Pet Thursday, Aug. 10 Call (850) 932-8986 Gulf Breeze Elementary meeting in the cafeteria. At this School will offer orientation on meeting, parents will meet ad- for courthouse Thursday, Aug. 10. ministrators, learn about GBES • Kindergarten and 1st grade, and have the opportunity to ask it was not in downtown Milton. » Continued from Page 1A BUSINESS Q VACATION Q EXTENDED STAY 8 - 8:45 a.m. any questions they may have. But since the downtown site was • Second and third grades, Orientation day is the per- ty wanted to buy between 13 and rejected by voters, Salter said it 9:15 - 10 a.m. fect time to come in and meet 19 acres. would be a good option. • Fourth and fifth grades, the classroom teacher, drop off Parker suggested making a The land was originally 10:30-11:15 a.m. school supplies, visit the caf- counter offer of $850,000, which purchased for approximately A place for you in Pensacola • At 5:30 p.m., all kinder- eteria to purchase school spirit $550,000 in 2009. was accepted. AIRPORT/CORDOVA MALL PENSACOLA DOWNTOWN garten and new-to-GBES fami- items, receive bus information The property was considered The motion, entertained two lies are invited to a parent only and visit the campus. in a review in 2014 of parcels weeks ago, to make the offer for a proposed courthouse, and was approved by a 3-2 vote, Commissioner Don Salter said it with commissioners Parker, Corrections had come in second to the down- Salter and Bob Cole voting to go town Milton property that com- ahead with the offer and com- 2187 Airport Boulevard 601 East Chase Street In the July 27 edition of Gulf committee meets to review Lo- missioners placed on the refer- missioners Rob Williamson and 850-478-1123 850-432-0202 Breeze News, Marissa Law- cal Option Sales Tax projects,” endum ballot last year. Lane Lynchard wanting to take HamptonInnPensacolaAirport.com ResidenceInnPensacolaDowntown.com rence’s name was misspelled in Jayne Bell’s name was mis- He said the only reason it was more time to look at all the other an article titled, “Heat, humidity spelled. not selected at that time was that options. doesn’t deter the Soundwave.” Gulf Breeze News regrets the In an articled titled, “Citizen errors. 1144 Airport Boulevard 700 East Chase Street ® 850-479-8900 850-439-3330 HiltonGardenInnPensacola.com CourtyardPensacolaDowntown.com Timothy Wise Financial Professional The Prudential Insurance Company of America 913 Gulf Breeze Parkway Suite 10 Gulf Breeze, FL 32561 5049 Corporate Woods Drive (850) 932-0846 850-474-3777 [email protected] HomewoodSuitesPensacola.com
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My amendment year? 913 Gulf Breeze Parkway passed the House. requests information concerning • The Judiciary Committee Harbourtown Unit #35 former Attorney General Loretta voted to pass an amendment I BY GLENDA CAUDLE Gulf Breeze, FL 32562 Lynch’s infamous and improper Gulf Breeze News introduced. My amendment re- Office: (850) 932-8986 “tarmac meeting” with Bill Clin- [email protected] quests documents and informa- ton, which took place while Hill- Fax: (850) 932-8794 tion concerning the dangerous, Island National Monument to Escambia ary Clinton was under investigation. It also unethical and potentially illegal behavior of County. Since then, residents of Santa Rosa www.gulfbreezenews.com requests information about: the past administration — including former Island have been ineligible to own their • Ms. Lynch’s controversial demand that FBI director James B. Comey’s leaks to the land; they can only lease it. At fi rst, busi- Mr. Comey mislead the public by calling media, former Attorney General Loretta nesses and residents of Santa Rosa Island the Clinton investigation a “matter”; Lynch’s telling Comey to call the Clinton paid lease fees, but not property taxes. Since • Leaks of classifi ed correspondence PUBLISHER/EDITOR investigation a “matter” and many more. then, however, the rules changed; residents from Mr. Comey to the press, in the hopes Lisa Newell • In response to my amendment, the Ju- have been required to pay both lease fees of starting a special counsel headed by Mr. diciary Committee has sent a letter (PDF and property taxes. Comey’s longtime friend, Robert Mueller; here) to Attorney General Sessions and H.R. 2370 requires Escambia County, SPORTS EDITOR • The ethically dubious and potentially Deputy AG Rosenstein, which requests a within two years, to turn over to Santa Rosa Jason Thompson criminal “pay-for-play” connections be- special counsel to investigate these matters. County the land it owns there, eliminating tween the Clinton Foundation and the State Finally, I introduced standalone legislation confusion surrounding county land own- Department; NEWS REPORTER which also requests a special counsel. These ership. It also gives people in Santa Rosa “Beer. Red Stripe beer.” • Hillary Clinton’s worrisome decision issues are extremely important to the Amer- Island the ability to obtain titles to their Glenda Caudle to sell American uranium reserves to Vladi- ican people and need to be addressed. homes, eliminating the current (unfair) sys- Scott Emerline mir Putin and the Russian Federation, and • I was successful in my push for in- tem of double taxation. Finally, the bill en- Gulf Breeze SALES whether that sale endangered national secu- creased funding for the Gulf Test Range sures that non-federal areas of Santa Rosa rity; Nick Stewart and other test ranges across America. Island dedicated to conservation, preser- • Mr. Comey’s improper decision to Doug Henriques • Finally, despite my strenuous objec- vation, public access and parking are pre- usurp the authority of the Attorney Gen- tions, the House’s unnecessary August re- served in perpetuity. Keeping Santa Rosa eral by announcing that no charges would cess begins tomorrow. I wish we could stay, Island beautiful is important to me — this OFFICE MANAGER be brought against Hillary Clinton for her because we have much to do for the good of bill will ensure it stays as pristine as ever. Laura Jones highly dangerous use of a private email the country — especially after the Senate’s A companion bill has been introduced in server; utter failure to repeal Obamacare. the Senate by Senators Marco Rubio and ART DIRECTOR Bill Nelson. This is how legislation is sup- • Mr. Comey’s hasty and ill-conceived decision to pre-emptively pardon Hillary Barbara Crossland posed to work — cooperation and dialogue FEE SIMPLE BILL PASSES HOUSE between federal, state and local lawmak- Clinton’s IT staff, despite their active de- On Wednesday, July 26, the Escambia ers, all working together for the good of struction of documents requested by a sub- GRAPHIC DESIGN County Land Conveyance Act — my bill to the people. I hope it will pass the Senate poena; Bridgette Thurman give Santa Rosa Island residents the right quickly. • Mr. Comey’s knowledge of the com- to own titles to their property — passed the pany ‘Fusion GPS,’ and their creation of a “Cold-brewed coffee.” House. CONTRIBUTORS JUDICIARY COMMITTEE: In 1947, the federal government trans- Matt Fowler INVESTIGATING COMEY, See Gaetz Page 7A Betty Archer Allen ferred land that was part of the Santa Rosa » Cantonment Pam Brannon Tom Nolan Jack Kale LETTERS TO
Member: THE EDITOR Florida Press Association Congress passes Pensacola Beach Russia Sanctions Chamber of Commerce After six months where the Republicans Greater Pensacola have had control of the House, Senate and “I love a good swim and the Chamber of Commerce presidency, they fi nally passed their fi rst Gulf of Mexico is my favorite major piece of legislation. They passed place for that.” Navarre Tourist Development Council a bill to sanction Russia for helping get Trump elected. It will be interesting to see Chris Kimbrell if Trump signs it. What a bizarre world we Navarre Gulf Breeze live in. Chamber of Commerce MARC PERKEL Gilroy, CA LETTER POLICY: Gulf Breeze News welcomes your opinion. We reserve the right to edit a letter to fit space available. We do not accept letters containing a personal attack Bridges and people need support on any individual. Letters must be limited to one per month from an By now, you probably need support and (we need) to encouragement overpower individual writer. If we receive form noticed the construction of the be supportive. ostracism and fear. Some of letters, we will print only the first new bridge spanning the gap There was a legendary con- us might be those supports one we receive. Include your name, between Pensacola and Gulf versation with the late compos- that give strength from below, address and daytime phone number. Breeze. Each week, new addi- er/conductor Leonard Bern- without ever being noticed or “The Hilton pool.” tions to the construction catch stein in which he declared that thanked. Others might be able CORRECTIONS: Gulf Breeze my eye as I drive those three the most diffi cult instrument to to use their power and clout News is committed to accuracy and miles over the bay. Tug boats, play is the second fi ddle. to give support from above. 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» Continued from Page 6A sues. I know they are important, response. Together we will pilots-in-training can perform. huge win for Northwest Florida, GI BILL and I believe it is the Judiciary plumb the depths; find if, when Last year, over 80 training mis- and has been one of my top pri- On Monday, the Harry W. falsehood-ridden “dossier” Committee’s responsibility to and where real crimes have been sions could not be completed. orities throughout my time in Colmery Veterans Educational about then-candidate Donald have robust oversight over these committed; and take all neces- This is why I, along with my Congress. Assistance Act of 2017, often Trump, and the connections be- misdeeds, which is why the sary action these crimes may colleagues, Congressmen Neal I hope that it will pass the called the “Forever GI Bill,” tween Fusion GPS and foreign committee also sent a letter, re- entail. It’s time for Republicans Dunn (R-FL-02), Tom Rooney Senate quickly. passed the House unanimously. intelligence agencies; and questing a special counsel to in- to go on offense and pursue the (R-FL-17), and Francis Rooney This important legislation ends • The role of Mr. Comey and vestigate the same issues. I have REAL criminals. (R-FL-19), requested $30 mil- HOMELAND SECURITY the 15-year window for veterans former National Security Ad- introduced standalone legisla- lion in funding for the test range Last Thursday, the Depart- to pursue educational opportu- viser Ms. Susan Rice in “un- tion to do the same. The Ameri- INCREASED FUNDING program, instead of the $11 mil- ment of Homeland Security Au- nities after their service. It also masking” people involved with can people deserve answers — FOR TEST RANGES lion that had been budgeted. thorization Act passed. expands the scope of the GI Bill then-candidate Donald Trump’s not just one-sided witch hunts Test ranges are important for Our request, made as an This bill refines and stream- to include new educational plat- campaign and the subsequent against President Trump. our military. They provide the amendment, passed, marks a lines much of our homeland forms, including online classes. widespread dissemination of Losing an election or a job space for American soldiers to victory for America’s armed security apparatus, saving tax- I am glad to see that my col- that information to intelligence does not “absolve” anyone of train, so they can be ready for forces. This additional funding payers money and prioritizing leagues on both sides of the aisle agencies. crimes they may have commit- any future threats they face. Cur- will enhance military readiness, border-related crimes. Finally, it stand united in our desire to help Many constituents have con- ted. I hope our letter and my res- rently, airspace restrictions have development and testing capa- authorizes ICE for the first time the brave men and women of our tacted my office about these is- olution will generate a prompt limited the amount of flights our bilities nationwide. This is a in its history. armed forces. School administrators are preparing for students to return on Aug. 14
dents are showing up to claim high percentage of its students Math) focus has been broadened tion on the school web site. By Glenda Caudle Gulf Breeze News© 2017 lockers, get their schedules and from Gulf Breeze Elementary to include the arts, as well, as “There will be issues, and [email protected] figure out their parking assign- School – about 90-95 percent of part of a district effort. when they come up, we’re an ments. the incoming class -- but there As students leave GBMS open campus,” Brandon says “We love our school and An open house is planned at are also many students com- and move on to GBHS, both as he discusses Gulf Breeze our kids and we’ll take care of the high school Aug. 10 at 6:30 ing in from Oriole Beach and academic and extra curricular schools’ commitment to their them,” says Gulf Breeze Middle p.m. Pensacola Beach elementary opportunities expand with a students. “We’re an open cam- School principal Michael Bran- “Expect excellence” is the schools. “learning environment that hon- pus. Come talk to us. We’d rath- don. “Safety is No. 1. We will name of the game there and As students progress there, ors academic achievement, in- er be proactive than reactive.” make every effort to see they Brothers is confident his school they can take part in a variety novation, diversity and personal stay safe.” can continue to live up to that of organizations, such as the expression in a safe, respectful The pride and responsibil- high calling. Running Club that meets twice and supportive manner,” accord- ity Brandon feels for the school Middle school orientation a week after school, the Build- ing to the web site. of almost 1,000 students – last will be Aug. 11, at which time ers Club that leads to Key Club Both Brothers and Brandon year’s enrollment was 940 and students can get class schedules, membership, Fellowship of have long term relationships projected figures put the 2017- find out who their teachers are Christian Athletes, National Ju- with the schools they are in 18 number at 965 – comes and what classes they will be nior Honor Society and Junior charge of now, having been stu- We are a Multiline Dealer through loud and clear when he 3ALES s 3ERVICE 2EPAIRS FREE sharing with friends and walk Optimist Club. dents there themselves. HEARING talks about GBMS. around the school to get accus- Brandon says he hopes to see They understand and appre- All Makes/Models TEST! It is an attitude mirrored by tomed to the surroundings. the Good Grief Club, open to ciate the connection citizens, as Serving Pensacola over 47 years Gulf Breeze High School prin- Parents are welcome to attend, students who have lost a family well as parents, in Gulf Breeze Professional Hearing Aid Center cipal Danny Brothers, who also as well, and can take the oppor- member, come on board again, enjoy with local education and 0ENSACOLA s .ORTH 0ALAFOX 3TREET took some time to speak to a tunity to join the PTO, purchase as well. say the “gifts” those residents 438-4092 4OLL &REE