August 2011

St.AugustineBeachesSt.AuNEWS FOR AND ABOUT RESIDENTSNews OF Journal THE ST. AUGUSTINE BEACHES AREA SOUTH BEACH GRILL JOINS “BE THE WALL” Annual Betty Griffin House Benefit CAMPAIGN TO HELP PREVENT Luncheon and Fashion Show UNDERAGE DRINKING

South Beach Grill staffers wear “Be the Wall” t-shirts to show their support of the state-wide campaign to “be the wall” between teens and alcohol. South Beach Grill recently became the first restaurant in St. Johns County to par- ticipate in the “Be the Wall” campaign to help prevent underage drinking. “Be the Wall” is a state-wide campaign which focuses on the adolescent brain and its development into the mid-20’s. The campaign includes an interactive web- site, www.BeTheWall.org, as well as educational and promotional materials includ- ‘HOT OFF THE PRESS’. The invitations for the annual Betty Griffin House benefit ing coasters, t-shirts and pens. St. Johns County was the first county to implement fashion show luncheon on September 13th at the Marriott Sawgrass, $50pp, are the seller and server component of the campaign to hospitality industry workers back from the printers and the team of Joy Paine, Bette Golden, Florie Adiutori and who often serve alcohol. “Participating in the Be the Wall campaign is one of the Teresa Pattee are busy at work addressing these invitations which will be mailed ways we are doing our part to help keep underage youth from consuming alcohol,” by the first week in August. If you would like more information or reservations to said Owner Ted McLemore. attend the show please call Florie 904-543-1086. “Be the Wall” stresses that even short-term or moderate drinking im- The Betty Griffin House is pleased to announce that the guest speaker at the pairs learning and memory in youth far Annual Betty Griffin House “Runway for Safety”, benefit luncheon/fashion show more than adults. It also recognizes that at the Marriott Sawgrass Ponte Vedra Beach will be Peabody award winner and the younger a person starts drinking the producer of ‘Behind Closed Doors’ Deborah Gianoulis. more likely they are to develop a drug Deborah is best known in Jacksonville, Florida for the 25 years she anchored addiction later in life. In addition, dam- the evening news on Jacksonville’s leading television station, WJXT, channel 4. age from alcohol during these years can She got her start in town at WTLV, channel 12, where she was named Jacksonville’s be long-term and (continued on page 3) first woman weekday anchor in 1977. (continued on page 10) Mary Seymour Honored in Retirement Hartley students, families, reception on June 1st. A key lime tree will be planted What’s Inside The educators, staff, and community and marked with a plaque honoring Seymour’s years members honored Mary Seymour, of service to the students and families of Hartley News Journal This Month fifteen year principal of Hartley Elementary. Elementary School, upon her • City Manager: Cops retirement in June 2011. Guidance PERMIT #4 PERMIT PRSRT SDT PRSRT Counselor Brigid Garbini presented CALLAHAN, FL • Financial Focus: Plan for US POSTAGE PAID US POSTAGE Seymour with a quilt created by the teachers and staff of Hartley the Expected But Prepare for the Elementary. Garbini designed and Unexpected stitched together the quilt, which was composed of squares made • Health Focus: Give Your Child by individual teachers and staff A Healthy Start For Back To school members. Additionally, Mrs. Seymour, • Sheriff’s Corner: Boating a thirty-four year educator with the Safety St. Johns County School District, was celebrated at a retirement party • Spiritually Speaking: Augustus for educators, friends, and family on June 4th. Hartley students wrote and the Body Politic a collaborative book entitled Dear • Ann Palquist: The Dog Days Mrs. Seymour, Letters from the Heart of Hartley as a tribute to their Brigid Garbini, guidance counselor (left), of August much-loved principal. The book was and Mary Seymour, retiring principal (right) • Flood Informatin for St. Augus- presented by students Lauren Kelly are pictured at the quilt presentation in the Beaches News Journal Box 51593 P.O. 32240 Jacksonville Beach, FL and Allie McMandon at a community Hartley Elementary School Media Center. tine Beach Property Owners 2 St. Augustine Beaches News Journal - August 2011

ATLANTIC Beach Lovers.. St. Augustine OCEAN News From Around St. Augustine Special Concern! Beach St. Augustine Crescent St. Johns County A project to renourish eroded sections of the beach in St. Augustine Beach is scheduled Shores Beach to start this November. However, a state permit for it may be delayed. If you want a healthy beach, your support is vital. Please send a letter by regular mail to the following: Temple Bet Yam Holds an Open House Mr. Herschel T. Vinyard, Jr. Secretary Florida Department of Environmental Project Come one, come all! See what Temple 3900 Commonwealth Blvd., M.S. 49, Tallahasee, FL 32399 Bet Yam, the only reform congregation in St. Reference the subject of your letter as follows: DEP File #0295429-002-JC Augustine, has to offer. Bring your kids for the Religious School Open House. There • St. Augustine Beach Restoration Project • will be a preview of the upcoming Religious School Year and the kids will be able to do a Please tell Mr. Vinyard why you think the beach is important for the pleasure and craft. The Hard Lox Café will be open and recreation of local residents, how it provides habitat for nesting sea turtles and helps serving bagels and lox. Save the date, August protect homes and businesses from storm damage, and how it helps the local economy 28th starting at 9:00am. Come and meet cur- because of the many visitors it attracts to our area. rent members of our TBY family as well as Money for the renourishment project is crucial. Eighty percent of the cost will be paid our wonderful Religious School Director and by the federal government. To help insure that the project will have funding, please send a other members of the Board. Temple Bet Yam is conveniently located regular letter to Senator Bill Nelson and Congressman John Mica. TBY kids at last year’s Religious Tell them why a healthy, renourished beach is important to you, and ask them to continue at 2055 Wildwood Drive in St. Augustine, their suppoprt of federal funding for the St. Augustine Beach project. Their addresses are: just off 95 at State Road 207. Please visit our School Open House did a craft while website at www.templebetyam.org or call prospective new members chatted The Honorable John Mica 904-819-1875 for more information. with current members. U.S. House of Representatives, District 7 3000 N. Ponce de Leon, Blvd. Suite 1 St. Johns County Lifts Burn Ban St. Augustine, FL 32084 After consideration of current fire conditions, both locally and across the state, The Honorable Bill Nelson St. Johns County has lifted the burn ban. Weather conditions have approved recently, U.S. Senator including rainfall throughout St. Johns County. The current St. Johns County drought 1301 Riverplace Blvd., Suite 2010 index is 468 on the Keetch-Byram Drought Index, on a scale of 0-800. Jacksonville, FL 32207 Officials continue to monitor weather conditions and may consider re-instating the burn ban if future conditions deem it necessary. Thanks for helping the county and the city with this very important project! Although the burn ban has been lifted, fire officials still strongly discourage the burning of residential yard debris. Remember, curbside yard debris pick-up is available to all St. Johns County residents. Additionally, all residents are encouraged to prepare a home safety plan for members of their household, which includes two evacuation routes, a ready supply of We Cover The Beaches! food, water and medical needs, and a way to leave. Also remember to create a defensible space surrounding your home free of debris. Clean gutters and roofs of leaves or branches The St. Augustine Beaches News Journal that could easily ignite during a fire. For additional information on wildfire safety and emergency preparation please is distributed monthly by U.S. Mail to the visit the Department of Forestry website at www.fl-dof.com. largest neighborhoods and more! Summer Reading Programs at the St. Johns County Public Library Surfwood Lions Gate Variety of events scheduled throughout St. Johns County Woodland Anastasia Estates The St. Johns County Public Library System continues its summer library programs Lakes through August 6th. St. Johns County children and teens are encouraged to participate in “One World, Many Stories,” “You Are Here,” and “Novel Destinations,” respectively. Cedar Ridge Come to the library and pick up a reading log for both teens and children, and then visit 312 the library to read for prizes and participate in special programs and events. Ocean Walk Special events include visits from the Jacksonville Zoo, the U.S. Army Corps of Commodores A1A Engineers, Reptile Rescue and more. Pick up a brochure of all the children’s events at the Club library or find it on the library website here. Teen event programs and events can also be found here. The summer reading programs are sponsored by the SJC Public Library and the Sea Oaks Friends of the Library. For more information, visit the St. Johns County Public Library Ocean Woods System website at www.sjcpls.org or contact your local branch. 904-471-1023 Ocean Oaks Island Hammock www.cartersjewelry.net Anastasia Publix Plaza Marsh Creek S-3 St. Augustine Beach Country Club Magnolia Tues - Fri 10-6pm • Sat 10-4pm Ocean Trace Dunes ...A walk on the beach you can wear. Sea Gate As low as $59! Sea Colony Ocean Palms

Call Todd (904)-505-0301 For Advertising Information St. Augustine Beaches News Journal - August 2011 3 News From Around St. Augustine Beach City Hall Update EYE CENTER At its July 11. 2011 meeting, the City likely be back on the agenda for another Commission took the following actions: public hearing at the commission's OF ST. AUGUSTINE 1. Witnessed the swearing in by Police September 12th meeting. Chief Richard Hedges of the city's two 6. Held a lengthy public hearing on an THE EYE SURGERY CENTER OF ST. AUGUSTINE newest police officers: Ms. Erin McLerran appeal of a decision by the Planning Board THE OPTICAL SHOP and Mr. Douglas Woodall. to deny approval of an overlay district 2. Approved a conditional use permit request for property at #2 9th Street. The for The Groove Café, 128 commission sent the request Seagrove Main Street in the back to the planning board SeaGrove subdivision, for for another review, perhaps the outside serving of food at a special meeting of the and beverages. The permit board in August. is for three years and allows The next regular city the Café's owners to have commission meeting will PAUL W. HUND, III, M.D. outside music until 10 p.m. be held on Monday, August 3. Approved the vacation 1, 2011. In the interim, the of an alley that is between two lots commission will hold a continuation of its adjacent to 2nd Lane, east of A1A Beach July regular meeting at a special meeting Boulevard. on July 25th, when the commission will 4. Passed on final reading an ordinance make decisions about the items that were to allow mobile advertising by special on the agenda for its July 11th meeting that permit. The ordinance was amended to it could not discuss because the meeting require that the operator of the mobile ran late. TOTAL EYE CARE UNDER ONE ROOF advertising have liability insurance. Also, the commission on July 25th 5. Held a public hearing on an will hold a public hearing on the non-ad TODD P. THOMPSON, M.D. • Board Certified Physicians ordinance to change the city's tree valorem special assessment and on the • No Stitch Cataract Surgery regulations and made a number of changes city's proposed Fiscal Year 2012 budget. to the ordinance. The ordinance will now The update report for that meeting and • Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery be forwarded to the city's Planning and the August 1st regular meeting will be • Laser Surgery Zoning Board and to its Tree Board for provided in the September issue of The St. • Glaucoma/Macular Degeneration review and comment. The ordinance will Augustine Beaches News Journal. • Yearly Diabetic Eye Examinations Beachfornt Bed & Breakfast • Eyeglasses/Contact Lenses selected as Diamond Collection Member MEDICARE PARTICIPANTS RUSSELL W. NELLIGAN, M.D.* Beachfront Bed & Breakfast has joined www.BedandBreakfast.com Diamond Collection, *Cornea Specialist ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS a distinction reserved for premier inns offering extensive amenities and top-rated guest reviews. Diamond Collection members represent professionally inspected and guest-reviewed luxury 1400 U.S. Highway 1 South inns with extensive modern amenities. Launched in October, 2009, the Diamond Collection was introduced to help travelers 829-2286 streamline their search for the country’s best inns. Beachfront Bed & Breakfast is the newest member of the 319 West Town Place, World Golf Village BedandBreakfast.com Diamond Collection. 940-9200 To qualify and WE ACCEPT MEDICARE, BLUE CROSS & *BLUE SHIELD, UNITED, CIGNA, AND MOST Best Vision Cen- maintain membership in N. PATRICK HALE, M.D. MAJOR MEDICAL HEALTH PLANS. ter 10 Years the Diamond Collection, B & B’s and inns must pass a comprehensive professional inspection measuring the property’s quality, service, hospitality, accommodations, food, amenities, and more. They must maintain top guest ratings and reviews on BedandBreakfast.com ELIZABETH K. MCLEOD, M.D. MICHAEL A. DAGOSTINO, O.D. TODD HOCKETT, O.D. and offer a professional reservation experience, including extensive property photos and online reservations. Additionally, Diamond Collection members provide the amenities that today’s travelers require, including private baths, free Be The Wall Internet service, luxury appointments and amenities, professional staffing, and flexible check- (continued from page 1) in/out times. irreversible. Teen drinkers perform worse in school, are more likely to fall behind Located oceanfront on beautiful St. Augustine Beach, Beachfront Bed & Breakfast is a and have an increased risk of social problems, depression, suicidal thoughts and 3 acre quiet beach front retreat exclusively for grownups. Featuring eight beautiful rooms, violence. heated pool, outdoor Jacuzzi and award winning landscaping, Lauren & Rich O’Brien have South Beach Grill trained employees on the dangers of underage drinking and created a quiet and relaxing beach getaway that is just 10 minutes from historic St. Augustine. displayed promotional materials throughout the restaurant to help endorse Each day begins with a delicious breakfast and throughout the day the available activities are the campaign to its guests. “We understand the importance of keeping many although taking it easy at the pool, Jacuzzi or in the hammock may be hard to resist. The alcohol out of the hands of those who are underage and this is a way for main beach house great room features 25 foot wood beamed ceilings with stunning Honduran us to be a part of a state-wide effort to help curb this issue,” McLemore pine beams, beautiful hand pegged wood floors and stunning ocean views. Our 600 thread added. count triple sheeted pillow top beds provide a restful night. Each room has a private bath, TV, The free training was provided by a Department of Children and telephone and wireless Internet. Families grant received by PACT Prevention Coalition. The Be the Wall BedandBreakfast.com is the most comprehensive global site for finding bed and breakfast campaign asks hospitality industry sellers and servers to be clear, be firm properties. With more than 11,000 properties around the world, the site helps travelers find and be consistent by being the wall between teens and alcohol. Restau- the ideal B & B or small inn through informative descriptions, photos and more than 160,000 rants interested in participating in the Be the Wall campaign should call consumer reviews, and make confirmed reservations instantly at nearly 2,000 properties. In (904) 829-6261. addition, BedandBreakfast.com offers gift cards welcomed at more than 4,000 B & B’s in the PACT Prevention Coalition is dedicated to making St. Johns Coun- United States and Canada, with no expiration or blackout dates. The company also operates ty a healthy substance-free community for our youth through prevention, RezOvation® the industry leader in property management systems, online reservations, website advocacy, choices and teamwork. For more information about PACT Pre- design and internet marketing for the inn and B&B market. vention Coalition call (904) 829-6261 or visit www.pactprevention.org. 4 St. Augustine Beaches News Journal - August 2011 Russell Nelligan, M.D., Cornea Specialist St. Augustine Beach Joins Eye Center Of St. Augustine Gainesville. He completed his medical Civic Association internship and Ophthalmology Residency at Louisiana State University College of By Robert Samuels, President Medicine, Shreveport. St. Augustine Beach Civic Association Dr. Nelligan completed his Cornea Fellowship at the University of Texas- www.thecivicassociation.com Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, home to one of the premier centers in The Civic Association's 9th St. Augustine High School, the Law the world for the study of Ophthalmol- Annual Music by the Sea Free Concert Enforcement Academy of St. Johns ogy and treatment of patients. While at Series continues into August. Our River Community College and passed UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dr. schedule is: the Florida State exam in 2010. She Nelligan conducted vital research for the August 3: Steam the Band has a B.S. in Criminal Science and will prevention and treatment of eye disease w/ Dunes Cracker be assigned to Patrol after completing and blindness. August 10: Navy Dixieland Jazz the Field Training program. Officer Married to Michelle Nelligan, a Vet- Band w/ Raintree Restaurant Woodall is a US Navy and Air Force erinarian, the couple have three children. August 17: Jimmy Parrish & veteran with over 38 years of law Dr. Nelligan is fluent in Spanish as well Ocean Waves w/ F A Cafe enforcement experience in Kentucky, as English. South Carolina and Florida retiring The Eye Center of St. Augustine has August 24: Smokin Mirrors Russell W. Nelligan, M.D. w/ Romano's Pizza from the St. Johns County Sheriff's three locations in the area: 1400 U. S. August 31: Triple Rock Blues Band Office. He was a municipal police Russell W. Nelligan, M.D., Ophthal- Highway 1, in St. Augustine; 319 West w/ Gypsy Cab Co. officer, deputy sheriff, investigator, mologist, a specialist in cornea, anterior Town Place in World Golf Village; and 14 Music begins at 7pm with dinners state constable and chaplain. He is an segment, cataract, and refractive surgery, Office Park Drive in Palm Coast. being offered by 5:30pm. All meals ordained Anglican Priest and worked has joined The Eye Center of St. Augus- To schedule an appointment with Dr. are always less than $10. Sister Shack as the Archbishop of the Archdiocese tine. Nelligan, please call the U.S. Highway 1 Homemade Italian Ices offers a variety of the Armed Forces overseeing Dr. Nelligan is a graduate of the the office at 904-829-2286, or the World Golf of frozen desserts. Be sure to bring a Military and Federal Government University of Florida College of Medicine, Village office at 904-940-9200. chair or blanket. Well behaved dogs Chaplains. He is a FDLE certified Law are welcome outside the pavilion. Enforcement Instructor and will be Free parking will continue at Pier Park assigned to patrol as well as becoming and along other streets near by. Extra the department Chaplain after a handicapped parking is reserved in the shortened Field Training program. loop directly in front of the pavilion. On Tuesday August 2nd the St. We encourage people to arrive by Augustine Beach Police Department bicycle. Bikes can be locked inside will be sponsoring National Night the fenced area by the bocce courts. Out at the Pier Pavilion from 6pm to For the complete schedule visit our 8pm. All are invited to attend this free website www.TheCivicAssociation. event. The Oasis Restaurant will be com. serving free hot dogs and hamburgers The first annual Beach Bash and Sunset Grille will be serving free for Charity event is a fundraiser for In sausage and pepper sandwiches. There Lak'ech Project, Inc., an organization will be safety oriented activities and that provides International health giveaways for the kids sponsored by care. It will be held July 29th, 2011 many local nonprofits, as well as door from 6-10pm at the St. Augustine prizes and free raffles.The SJC Sheriff's Beach Pier Pavilion. Food and Music Office will display law enforcement will be provided. Five local bands will equipment, Seniors Versus Crime helps perform. Alcohol will be available. crime victims and Betty Griffin House There will also be a silent auction, offers domestic abuse help, children's raffle prizes and games for the kids. car seat inspections will also be Advance tickets are $20 for adults and available. The Civic Association will $10 for children 13 and under. Tickets again be donating bicycles for several are available at the Wed. am Farmer's lucky children. Come on out, enjoy Market or at Alpha Gym. Tickets can the DJ, meet your local police officers also be purchased by calling (904) 347- and socialize with your neighbors. 9906. A 10% discount is available for Another event at the Beach in anyone showing a page with "like" on August is the 2nd annual Surfers for In Lak'ech Project's facebook page. Autism scheduled for the 27th from We'd like to welcome two 9am to 4pm at A Street. This is a free new St Augustine Beach police day long family event for children(4+) officers, Ms Erin McLerran and Mr. and young adults with autism and Douglas Woodall, who were sworn related developmental disabilities. in at the July Commission meeting. Registration is required. For more Officer McLerran graduated from information call Dave Rossman at 561-315-0704 or check their website www.surfersforautism.org. One more event coming up Airport on November 18 &19 is the inaugural St. Augustine Marathon produced by Miami Tri Events. This group puts Raise your company’s positive name recognition. together premier sport events that Sponsor Florida’s 500th Anniversary cartoons. benefit and enrich the community by Go to www.floridasromanticpast.com encouraging a healthy lifestyle while producing a positive impact on the an atmosphere of family bonding sport. For more information www. Connection economy. This will be a qualifying race and unity that will have the entire staugustinemarathon.com. Airport Service to for the Boston Marathon. There will be family excited, training together Don't forget to visit the Jacksonville Airport a Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, to reach goals appropriate to their Wednesday Farmers/Arts & Crafts • 24 Hours 5k and Kids' Race. The course will athletic level. The Family Weekend Market at the Pier Park. We always • 7 days a Week start at the Castillo and pass through also provides parent athletes with have new vendors joining the • Door to Door Service St. Augustine Beach. With a large an opportunity to pass down healthy market. The produce is fresh, the food Local (904) 814-3065 Expo downtown and various races of lifestyle values to their children delicious and the shopping always different lengths, this event will create and instill in them a passion for the unique. St. Augustine Beaches News Journal - August 2011 5

COPS ParadiseParadise isis here...here...

By Max Royle St. Augustine Beach City Manager When you need one, you really, really are However, St. Augustine Beach shares with glad to see one. Maybe there’s a prowler in many other coastal Florida cities this fact: a your neighborhood, or a peeping Tom, Dick, comparatively small permanent population, or Harry. Which brings up a related mind- a large visitor population. With hundreds of wandering, let’s-go-there sort of question: hotel/motel rooms, as well as condo units Don’t women ever peep? Why isn’t there and single-family homes available for short- a peeping Tammy, Deborah, or Henrietta? term rental, combined with hundreds of Are only some male members of humankind daily beach visitors on a summer weekend, hardwired to peep? I doubt that. There must it’s reasonable to conclude that the city’s be peeping women. But that only males get population could be 12,000 persons, or arrested for peeping seems to me like blatant double the permanent, resident population. gender discrimination. This will be reported And human nature being what it is, well, to the proper authorities for investigation, I human, people do sometimes behave in ways can assure you. that require the attention of a police officer, So at times you’re very happy to see a or even several of them. Your Hosts cop. At other times, though, you really don’t I know that you have an inquiring mind, Lauren & Rich O’Brien want to see one, or be seen by one. Like the because I’ve seen you in the supermarket time you sort of not-stopped at that stop checkout line reading The National Enquirer, sign; or you thought you could just maybe- so you may wonder: Whatever kind of crime possibly, let’s-give-it-a-shot squeeze past that could occur in our little corner of the Florida traffic signal before it changed from yellow paradise? Fortunately, the most serious to red; or the time the posted speed limit on crimes against persons are rare. Murder, the highway was X, your speedometer read for example, seldom happens. When it 1 F Street Y, which was faster than X, and the cop’s does, it’s usually the result of a domestic superduper, atomic clock-calibrated radar dispute between a husband/wife, girlfriend/ St. Augustine Beach thingywhatzit read Z, which showed you boyfriend, or Xs of various inclinations and 904-461-8727 were going faster than either X or Y, or maybe genders. The only city police officer killed www.beachfrontbandb.com even faster than X and Y combined; and you in the line of duty was Deputy Marshal Ron saw those flashing red and blue lights in your Parker of the then-Town of St. Augustine rearview mirror, and you really, really wanted Beach, who in 1975 was shot in the parking (boy-girlfriend, separated); Dunes Cracker is $306,053 less than the department’s FY them to be gone along with that uniformed lot of what is now the St. Augustine Beach (two female patrons, separated). 2007 budget, which was $1,810,594. person driving the pursuit vehicle, so that Front Resort by a fleeing felon wanted for 9. one traffic: beach at Holiday Isle Resort Yes, police services are expensive, you could continue your blissful drive to the murder in another state. Equally rare are (suspended driver’s license, male 32, but I fear are necessary, even in our own bookstore in the local mall, where Donald such serious crimes as kidnappings, rapes, arrested). little corner of the Florida paradise, where Trump, none other, was appearing and you and armed robbery of banks or stores. 10. one found property: Publix (purse, returned the men and women in blue must be at wanted him to sign your very own personal So what, exactly happens crime-wise in to owner). the ready to protect us from ourselves and copy of his new memoir: “Why America is our little Mayberry-by-the-Sea? The answer 11. one lost property: Linda Mar Dr. (purse, from each other. Doomed Unless I’m Its Next President: My is to be found by looking at one of the unknown location). Journey to Humble Greatness.” Nonetheless, weekly reports that Chief Hedges provides 12. three information: pier parking lot the cop stops you, and then begins the game to the city commission. The report is for the (male 18, two males 20, are break-in of The Great Excuse. week of June 27 through July 3, 2011, when suspects); 12th St. (resident wanted “Well, officer, I just bought these shoes. there were 114 calls for police action for the a report that a niece’s friend told They’re really heavy and I’m certain the following: another person he had touched her right shoe, which is much heavier than the 1. two battery: Publix (person pushed at inappropriately, which he denied); left one, put more pressure on the gas pedal, deli, female, 39, suspect, victim did not want High Tide Dr. (ex-husband took back all without my knowing it, of course…” to sign complaint); Pope Rd. parking lot cell phone). “My cat, Miss Maybelle, is having (argument over girlfriend, male, 32 suspect, 13. four crashes: Beach Blvd. (non- kittens. I have to rush home to help with complaint affidavit forwarded to state incapacitating injury); A1A South the delivery.” Speeding? Was I speeding, attorney). (non-incapacitating injury); Publix officer? Isn’t this the autobahn in Germany 2. one auto theft: Schooner Court (recovered, parking lot (no injury); Hampton Inn where there aren’t any speed limits?” male, 27, roommate suspect, complaint parking lot (no injury). You can be certain that the trusty affidavit forwarded to state attorney). In addition, the police officers officers of the St. Augustine Beach Police 3. three thefts: pier park (bike, unlocked, no during the week wrote 19 citations: Department would see such excuses for the suspect); pier office (cash taken while clerk illegal parking (5), license tag expired absurd ridiculosities that they are. I know, diverted, unknown female suspect); F St. (4), speeding (2), driver’s license (2), I shouldn’t use such a gold-plated word as (bike unlocked, no suspect). insurance (2), and one citation each “ridiculosities,” but please allow an old 4. one narcotics: Billiard Hall (assist Sheriff’s for driving too fast for conditions, man (me) his fond frolicities. Besides St. Office, oxycodone, male, 26, arrested.) glass container on beach, sleeping Augustine Beach doesn’t have an autobahn, 5. four car burglaries: pier parking lot on beach, and alcoholic beverage on nor to my knowledge a mama cat named (unlocked vehicle, handgun taken, no beach. Miss Maybelle. suspect); beach at Ocean Trace Rd. (unlocked, A six-month review The city does have a police department wallet taken, no suspect); pier parking lot (January 1 through June with 18 positions: police chief, assistant (unlocked, handgun taken, no suspect); Pope 30, 2011) provides the chief, one detective, four sergeants, nine Rd. parking lot (window broken, wallet following statistics about patrol officers, and two support staff: an taken, no suspect). serious crime in the city: 44 administrative assistant and a records 6. one civil complaint: F St. (cable box larcenies, 31 assaults, 26 specialist. The number of persons on the missing, co-owner, female, 33 suspect). car burglaries, 15 building payroll is actually 17, as Police Chief Richard 7. four intoxication: Coquina Beach Club burglaries, six auto thefts, Hedges has left the assistant chief’s position (male, 49, taken to jail to detox); McDonald’s and two robberies. vacant for two years because of the decline (assist Sheriff’s Office, male, 44, taken to jail The cost of police in revenues for the city. to detox); Casters Court (male, 28, taken to services for the City? For Some folks may think that the city has jail to detox); B St. (disorderly, threatened Fiscal Year 2011, the police a rather large number of police officers for resident, male 20, arrested). department’s budget is its modest population of 6,176 residents. 8. two disturbances: Atlantic Oaks Circle $1,504,541. This amount 6 St. Augustine Beaches News Journal - August 2011 Spiritually Speaking Financial Focus By Dr. Nicholas A. Marziani [email protected] Information Provided By Edward Jones Dr. Marziani, an education and spiritual life consultant, currently serves with AmeriCorps St. Johns Reads!, and is Vice-President of the Plan for the Expected St. Augustine Beach Civic Association But Prepare for the Unexpected “Augustus and the Body Politic” To enjoy a comfortable retirement sensitive your strategy might be to outside My head is fairly roiling these Octavian, the adopted great-nephew lifestyle, you’ll need to have adequate events, such as market fluctuations. days, thinking about the immanent of Julius Caesar, was Rome’s first financial resources in place. And that means While you need to be familiar with debt ceiling crisis and the truly truly distinguished statesman- you must plan for the expected — but these expected elements of your retirement, SPIRITUAL foundations of our emperor. That he didn’t get himself prepare for the unexpected. you also must be prepared for the unexpected current fiscal situation. assassinated like his great-uncle was In planning for the “expected” aspects, such as these: Now conservatives (one due to a great deal of learned and aspects of your retirement, consider these • Living longer than you expect of which I consider myself, but earned wisdom and prudence which factors: — How long you can expect to live is in the style of “promoting the led to a healthy sense of modesty • Your vision of your retirement somewhat of a mystery. If you were to live general welfare”, you know, and fair-mindedness when it came to lifestyle — What do you want to do longer than you anticipate, would you be U.S. Constitutional stuff) will dealing with the senators and public during your retirement years? Spend more financially prepared? To help make sure immediately tend to simply decry of first-century B.C./A.D. Rome. time with your family? Volunteer? Open your money lasts throughout your lifetime, the run-away government spending Not like so many of our current crop your own business? Your expectations of you may need to consider investments that that has, in large part, gotten us into of politicians, but I digress. your retirement lifestyle will dictate, to a can provide you with a lifetime income this mess (I say “in part” as there One thing Augustus would large extent, your savings and investment stream. And your longevity will obviously is also a tax revenue term to this never do was to say, as certain strategies. also affect your annual portfolio withdrawal equation). And scripture is quite extremists among my political and • Your expenses — Once you’ve rate. clear that national debt is a sign of spiritual colleagues have said and established a vision for your retirement • Inflation — At an average inflation God’s displeasure, a blessed people continue to say, “I/We don’t really lifestyle, you can begin to estimate the rate of three percent, your cost of living will never truly being in the position of care” about those in our society expenses you expect to incur during your double in about 24 years. That’s why, even having to hock the patrimony in who are simply down on their luck. retirement years. in retirement, you will need some growth- order to pay their bills. He would not have said, in effect, • Your income — You can oriented investments, such as quality stocks And yet . . . the “solution” being “just balance the budget and keep expect to receive income from a variety of to ensure you can maintain your desired proposed by some of my ideological the senators fat”, end of story. No, sources: Social Security, pensions, part-time retirement lifestyle. But if the unexpected fellows is a chilling reminder that Augustus was a true statesman. employment and investments, such as your happens, and inflation takes off at a much even the best of intentions are He had worked his way through IRA, 401(k) and any taxable investment higher than average level, you may need to fraught with hidden strands of ill will difficult days AND remembered accounts you may have. You’ll need to consider a greater amount of investments and even outright contradictions to that struggle. He possessed both estimate about how much income all these that offer the potential for rising income. our professed values as spiritually a true spirit of philanthropy and sources could provide. • Health care — Even after you’re responsible people. empathy even as he knew how to be • Your withdrawal rate — If your on Medicare, which won’t cover everything, I have two articles before me hard-nosed in his governance of the investments are going to provide a significant you need to prepare for the unexpected, such this month, both of which speak realm. part of your retirement income, you need to as a lengthy illness or the need for some to our situation. How’s this title: Back to our articles. The carefully manage annual withdrawals from type of long-term care. You may also wish “From Hitler to Mother Teresa – 6 first argues theoretically, and the your portfolio. Your withdrawal rate is key to “self-insure” to a certain extent by setting Degrees of Empathy”, from the New second practically, as to how we in helping to ensure your portfolio provides aside funds in a liquid, stable account. York Times? Or this one: “How to can cultivate a generous spirit for your needs as long as you need it. By positioning your investment Raise a Philanthropist”, from The among ourselves and our families in • Your portfolio reliance rate — portfolio for both the expected and the Wall Street Journal? Considered addressing the desperate needs that Related to your portfolio withdrawal rate unexpected, you can go a long way toward together these very different print are increasingly overwhelming so is your portfolio reliance rate — how much enjoying the retirement lifestyle you seek. media outlet pieces speak to aspects many of our fellow citizens. I would you rely on your portfolio to provide income. So plan ahead — and make the necessary of the disease AND the prescription argue that it’s one thing to clip the For instance, if you will need $50,000 per adjustments as time goes by. pertaining to our current situation. wings of congressional spendthrifts; year in retirement, and $30,000 will come I’ll briefly return to them in a quite another to chop off the limbs of from your portfolio, your reliance rate will This article was written by Edward Jones for moment, as a short but significant the stumbling unemployed, disabled be 60% ($30,000 divided by $50,000). use by your local Edward Jones Financial moment of reflection is in order for and growing ageing population that Your reliance rate will help determine how Advisor. the man from whom we derive the require a social safety net to keep new month’s designation. Believe it them from becoming carrion for the or not, it does apply to our topic. metaphorical alligators that stalk our Caesar Augustus, initially increasingly careless and “what’s- RETIREMENT known to the world of his day as in-it-for-me” greedy world. I don’t know what will become of our ship of state come August 2nd when the current debt ceiling will have either been amended or sustained. I do know this: either we develop a healthier sense of being in this thing together as a nation, DOESN’T MEAN YOU RETIRE FROM LIFE or we somehow Maybe your idea of retirement is having a second career or working part time, imagine that we volunteering or indulging in your favorite hobbies. Doing the things you want to do hearty individualists is what retirement should be all about. can go it alone and Learn how. For a free, personalized review of your retirement, declare simply, “let call your local Edward Jones financial advisor. the strong survive”. I hope it’s the former, Connie Reep www.edwardjones.com Member SIPC and soon. A just AND Financial Advisor compassionate God is watching! 1045 A1A Beach Blvd. God bless you all, St. Augustine, FL 32080 Dr. Nick 904- 460-1200 MAKING SENSE OF INVESTING St. Augustine Beaches News Journal - August 2011 7 St. Augustine Beaches Beautification Advisory Committee St.AugustineBeachesNews Journal Ann Palmquist, Committee Member St. Augustine Beaches All articles submitted to the News Journal [email protected] are subject to editing. Publishing of submitted News Journal letters and information is at the discretion of The Dog Days of August PO Box 51593, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32240 the publisher. Views and opinions expressed Todd Logsdon, General Manager are those of the writer and do not express the (904) 505-0301 viewpoint of the publisher or editorial staff of The sultry days of August have had campaigned for the wide curved Email: [email protected] many names. The Greeks and Romans sidewalk as opposed to the straight and the News Journal. Cliff Logsdon, Publisher/Editor All ads submitted for publication in the associated the hot weather between mid narrow one proposed. Yes, Nancy knows (270) 537-5304 July to late August, with Sirius, the Dog that the shortest distance between two Beaches News Journal should be received by Email: [email protected] the 15th of the month in order to appear in the Star. Sirius is the brightest star in the points is a straight line but art deserves Online at www.beachesnewsjournal.com constellation Canis Major (Large Dog), imagination. Way to go Nancy, and thank following month’s issue. rising just before sunrise. The ancients you for your service. Another important The function of the Beaches News Journal is Matters concerning advertising should be to serve the Neighborhoods of the St. Augustine referred to the General Manager or mailed to P.O. believed its heat added to the heat of the piece of history was learned: funds to Box 51593 Jacksonville Beach, FL 32240. sun, creating a stretch of hot and sultry Beaches area. design and develop Lakeside Park were First priority will be given to reporting The Beaches News Journal acceptance of weather we have come to know as the secured by the efforts of City Manger news and activities of beaches residents and advertising does not constitute an endorsement 'dog days of summer.' If you get up early, Max Royal, and the City’s staff through organizations, as well as news and events that or approval of any product or services by the you can look for the Dog Star, in the the ‘State of Florida Urban Forestry directly affect the St. Augustine Beaches com- Beaches News Journal or its staff. The publisher southern sky. Grant.’ Nice job Max. munity. Second priority will be given to articles reserves the right to refuse advertising that does Other ‘dogged’ expressions include The Welcome to St. Augustine Beach of general interest as space permits. not meet the publication’s standards. “hot dogging,” -showing off; “bird sign designed and made by Tommy Articles or information may be sent to the The Beaches News Journal is published by dogging” - similar action but with Oleson artfully welcomes visitors to our Beaches News Journal, P.O. Box 51593, Jack- an independent publisher and is not affiliated different audience in mind; “dog eared” - fair city and now sports a “thank you sonville Beach, Florida 32240. Information with any St. Augustine Beach community devel- pages of a book read at the beach; and the for coming” on the back side. The Civic may also be e-mailed to beachesnewsjournal@ opment, management company or Homeowners old Southern summer truism, “every dog Association paid for the additional back yahoo.com or the editor at [email protected]. Association. will have his day which is particularly sign. Talk about putting your money to true on August 16th , the feast day for work. Nice job. Saint Roch, the patron saint of dogs. The history of St. Augustine Beach St. Augustine Amphitheatre August’s cadence invites you to runs deep and so do the roots of our August 19th kick back, relax, and enjoy the rhythms beautiful trees along some of the loveliest of summer’s harmony: the sound beach canopy roads on the island. Where there are sand makes when it crunches under your trees, can an arborist be far behind? State feet; the peals of children’s laughter Certified Arborist, Chuck Lippi shares his Alison Krauss & heard from the lofty towers of sand professional training by working with the Union Station castles; the ‘swish’ of the boogie board City to encourage, educate and protect as you nail a perfect landing and ride an these valuable resources. Our trees… Featuring Jerry Douglas’ in-coming wave; the soulful words of continue to enhance and shade our City. Paper Airplane Summer George Gershwin‘s ‘Summertime’; and Here is a ‘COOL’ thank you, Chuck. Tour 2011 at evening tide you’ll agree ‘the living Interest in the Slow Food Movement is easy.’ When the beach invites, each has taken root in our community. The BAC wave promises to wash your cares away invited Mr. Cash McVay to share first Safe Ship Moves to New Location and you know you can make wonderful hand information about the Lincolnville Safe Ship celebrate its Official Grand Opening in July with the opening of its new location at The memories and even a little history. Community Garden in downtown St. Anastasia Square Plaza, 1965 A1A and 312, next to the Betty Griffin Thrift Store and World Gym. A land-mark event in the City’s fifty Augustine. The link of knowing where The new location will allow Safe Ship to offer U-Haul rental services which include trucks, plus years of history was recorded on your food comes from and starting a trailers, moving equipment, boxes, and various moving supplies. Safe Ship will also be affiliated with June 26th at Lakeside Park. City Manager Community Garden on the Island is 1800-Pack Rat storage container services. This service allows storage units to be delivered to your Max Royal, Commissioner Undine growing. While visiting my daughter home or business, and is an ideal option for home remodeling and moving. Pack Rat will retrieve Pawlowski, along with members of your and family in Gulf Breeze, Florida, a city and store your belongings or move them throughout the United States. Safe Ship will also bring St. Augustine Beaches Beautification of about the size and population of St. Greyhound Package Express Services to Saint Augustine. The Package Express service offers a lower Advisory Committee (BAC), Vice Augustine Beach, I was delighted to visit cost shipping service for larger items. The Greyhound Package Express service will offer a counter Chairman Eric Chacones, Jeanette Smith, their community garden. The garden is where customers can ship as well as receive Greyhound packages. The store will also offer Greyhound Robin Nadeau, Nana Royer, and yours organic; not fenced, on a busy street, and passenger ticketing service. truly joined visitors, artists, community had about twenty plots. I saw tomatoes “I really want to be involved in something that has a positive impact on our customers and leaders and dedicated sponsors and that were larger than your outstretched the community,” said Paul Basso, owner of Safe Ship. “Our new store will continue to offer the supporters of the arts to celebrate the hand. The water supply was a drip services of FedEx, UPS, DHL, The United States Postal Services, full-service packing, and large dedication of The Sculpture Garden, at irrigation system supplied by the city. freight shipping.” Lakeside Park. A perfect day with great The interest is growing and offers Open Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm and Saturday’s from 9 am to 1 pm. To learn music, good food and story telling by an affordable alternative to produce more about Safe Ship, please visit www.safeshipstaug.com or call (904) 460-0022. Serving the Beach three artists. The dream realized - Art in that travels on an excessive carbon Community for the past 8 1/2 years. the Park. footprint. Mr. McVay said the City of The support and recognition of St. Augustine is not really involved with this gift from sculptors Thomas Glover any aspect of running the garden which W. and Marianne Lerbs along with is basically a citizen-run, non-profit additional works from outstanding entity. Stay tuned as this develops and sculptors was brought home with three go to www.citysprout.org . for details. stories told about three of the pieces: As the Community Garden develops, Harold Lock, Pathetell, The All Nations “the opportunity for social interaction Professional Packing, Shipping & Mailing Service Center Totem; Marianne Lerbs, The Swimming and friendships is an added benefit that (904)460-0022 Fire Horses; and Thomas Glover W. , The you just don’t get in any other venue,” Sport Fishing in Florida. Go to www.st- Mr. McVay said. Residents who live in 1965 A1A South • St. Augustine Beach augustine-sculpture-garden.org for the condominiums, or have shaded yards, Anastasia Square Plaze • Next to Betty Griffin Store A1A & 312 rest of the story. Thank you Thomas the desire but limited knowledge, or have Packing Services & Supplies • Large Freight • Mailbox Rentals and Marianne for sharing your creative verdant green thumbs knowledge and a Passports • Notary • Fax/Copy Service • Greeting Cards • Business Cards energy and gifts. Art in the Park, WOW! desire to share should call City Hall, 471- Some back-history of the park was 2122, and express their interest to get shared by Nancy Nevacoff who served involved. In these dog days of August the the (BAC) for seven years. She said she word is community- it’s where you live. With Safe ShipYou Have Options was delighted to see the fulfillment of this Dog Days of August in St. Augustine We Mail Packages, Sell Stamps, We Do Certified, Return Receipts, jewel of a park. Always a strong supporter Beach just don’t get much better. Make a Priority Mail & Express Overnight • Open M-F 9AM-5PM, Sat 9AM-1PM of Art in Public Places, Nancy said she little history. For info & directions please see www.safeshipstaug.com 8 St. Augustine Beaches News Journal - August 2011 Health Focus St. Johns County By Gerald Townsend, M.D. Sheriff’s Corner Townsend Clinic 4475 U.S. 1 South, Suite 100 By David Shoar, St. Johns County Sheriff Call 461-1901 Give Your Child A Healthy Boating Safety Start For Back To School It’s great to be sheriff of a county that has been placed for your safety. Steer clear of Gearing up for school? Here’s a quick the driver, and ideally school buses should so many wonderful assets. Among the top larger vessels that may not be able to stop run-down of preparations, depending on have seat belts. Children under the age of recreational opportunities is both saltwater and turn in time to avoid collisions. Make your child’s age, to make sure your child 13 years should ideally ride in the rear seat and freshwater boating. There are very sure there is another person on board who gets a healthy start to the year. of cars and use a booster-seat until they are few places in Florida where boats can be is familiar with all aspects of the boat’s Preschoolers 57 inches tall. Children that walk to school launched on the Intracoastal Waterway with operation, handling and safety equipment • Visit your pediatrician to make sure should wear brightly colored jackets and access to the ocean and then just a couple who could get back to shore in case the your child’s vaccinations are up-to-date, have crossing guards at all intersections. of dozen miles to the west you can launch primary skipper is injured or incapacitated and obtain vision and hearing screening if • Review your child’s school lunch into the St. Johns River for some of the in any way. possible. In addition to routine DTaP, MMR, menus critically and help make smart meal finest freshwater boating in the nation. St. It is required by the U.S. Coastguard polio and hepatitis vaccines, this year the choices. In particular, avoid 12-ounces Johns County is truly a Mecca for boaters. that personal flotation devices (PFD) American Academy of Pediatrics added an sodas, which contain 10 teaspoons of Our Marine Unit partners with the Coast or as they are most commonly known, extra chicken pox shot and flu shot. sugar and increase the risk of obesity by 60 Guard and other law enforcement agencies lifejackets, of the proper size be on board • Many food allergies are diagnosed percent for those who drink a can daily. to enforce boating regulations and to for everyone on your boat. In Florida, incorrectly. Review any • Create a special promote safe boating. Unfortunately, on children under 5 must where a right sized food allergies with your workspace at home for occasion, our dive team and aviation unit PFD whenever the boat is moving. All doctor, and consider schoolwork and limit are also called upon to look for victims of boats larger than 16 feet must also have a evaluation by a pediatric television watching to boating accidents or to hunt for missing float that can be thrown should someone allergist for specialized less than two hours daily. watercraft or people. So this month I would fall overboard. Did you know that a testing if severe allergies Ensure that the area is well like to suggest some rules for safe boating. majority of victims who drown after a are suspected. lit, and encourage your First and foremost be weather wise. Check boat is in an accident or capsizes were • Begin regular child to take brief breaks the forecasts for possible storm activity and recovered not wearing a lifejacket? dental cleanings and regularly to ease eyestrain if you are bound for the ocean determine In Florida anyone born on or after fluoride treatments. and fatigue. if the surf conditions may have waves that January 1, 1988 who operates a vessel • Nearly 70 percent • Talk to your child could put your size boat at risk of capsizing. powered by 10 horsepower or more must of serious playground injuries result from about bullying at school, educate your child No matter where you may be boating if you pass an approved boater safety course and falls onto concrete or asphalt. Make sure to be assertive and, encourage him or her notice darkening clouds, changing winds have in his/her possession a photographic your child’s preschool playgrounds have to report bullying to teachers. and sudden drops in temperature, play it boating safety education identification card cushioned surfaces such as wood chips with Tweens and Teens safe and head for shore. issued by the State Wildlife Commission. mulch or rubber mats (grass is not considered • For tweens and teens, the American Develop a float plan. Inform a family Lastly, a word of caution about soft enough). Academy of Pediatrics recommends a member, friend or the staff at your marina alcohol use while boating. Boat operators • Enquire that the preschool meets local DTaP booster (tetanus) and two new vac- where you are going and how long you under the influence of alcohol double the certification requirements and the teachers cines: meningitis shots for all children and intend to be gone. You should also give odds for being involved in an accident. pass criminal background checks. an HPV vaccine for girls to protect against them the name of the captain and all Most alcohol related boating accidents do Grade-Schoolers genital warts and cervical cancer. passengers, boat type and registration and not result from collisions but from falls • Obtain yearly vision screening and take • The leading cause of teen death is the types of communication and signal on deck or overboard. In Florida boat a breather from vaccines until middle school. car crashes and those less than 17 years equipment you have on board. operators found to have a blood alcohol For children who are fully immunized by old are at the highest risk (which is why Use common sense. Be alert at all times content .08 or higher will be charged with kindergarten, only annual flu shots for those many states have increased the minimum and operate at a safe speed for the conditions a BUI. For boat operators under the age with conditions like asthma are needed. driving age). About one-third of teens have you encounter. Be sure to follow the of 21 that BAC level for charges drops to • Choose a comfortable, padded ridden with a driver who has been drink- navigational buoys and markers that have .02. backpack. Remember to pack heavy items ing alcohol. Consider gradually increasing at the bottom, use both shoulder straps, and privileges, limiting the number of pas- LOCAL CHILDREN NEED avoid over-filling. A backpack should not be sengers for new drivers, and emphasizing more than 20 percent of a child’s weight. seat-belts. EARLY LITERACY VOLUNTEERS • Discuss any of your child’s medical • According to the Centers for Disease The Early Learning Coalition conditions (for example, asthma or diabetes) Control, about half of all high-schoolers of Putnam and St. Johns Counties with your school and ensure that the school have tried marijuana and had sexual in- (ELC) is accepting applications for has a plan to handle any emergencies. tercourse. Take the time to talk with your volunteers as Early Learning Coali- • This is a good time to review school tween or teenager about sexuality and tion Advocates. The purpose of these bus and car safety. When getting on the bus, contraception, drug use, and other difficult ELC Advocates is to promote early children should always remain in view of topics. literacy programs and awareness in both counties. The ELC is looking for commit- ted individuals to promote and de-

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While her coverage of local news was often take place at Abella’s School of Dance located at 1765 Tree Blvd. in St. Augustine. on the high profile stories of the day from the first Gulf War and a week spent aboard All dancers age eight (by December 1) and up are invited to audition in proper the aircraft Saratoga, to the painful struggle of school ballet attire; black leotard, pink desegregation and its’ effect on student learning, she tights with hair pulled back in often focused on the extraordinary efforts of ordinary a bun for females and black people who make a true difference in our lives. Her pants and a white shirt for two EMMY awards are for military and education re- males. Auditions for all female porting. Deborah’s documentary on Hubbard House solos will be done on pointe. and domestic violence “Behind Closed Doors,” won Dancers must currently be a Peabody award in 2000 and found an after life as a studying ballet. domestic violence training tool for police officers and A non-refundable $25 judges across the country. audition fee will be charged. Deborah found her public profile opened doors This fee will then be deducted from the $150 performance fee for the show. Dancers are into the mission driven work of the non profit world. asked to bring a photo and be prepared to fill out an application before auditioning. She was the first leadership giving chair for The Rehearsals will be held each Saturday until the performances on December 17 United Way of Northeast Florida and has served on and 18 at Flagler College Auditorium. Dancers who cannot commit to the rehearsal the boards of the former NCCJ, now OneJax, Ron- schedule should not attend the audition. If you have any questions please call 904- ald McDonald House, Communities in Schools, The 810-5670. For more info about Saint Augustine Ballet visit their website at www. Schultz Center for Teaching and Leadership and saintaugustineballet.com. Episcopal Children’s Services. Literacy and learning are her passion and focus. Betty Griffin House Thrift Shoppe Since retiring from television in 2004, Deborah had the pleasure of serving on a community advisory board for the public library system, devel- on SR 13 is Relocating!! oping a strategic plan. She has devoted most of her time to early literacy through ECS, As of July 1, 2011 the Betty Griffin House Thrift where she is currently the Foundation Board Chair. Shoppe relocated to 455 State Road 13 in the Julington In the spring of 2009 Deborah became the spokesperson for Save Duval Schools Square Shopping Plaza near the Food Lion. There will be - a grassroots political action effort advocating a guaranteed source of funding for pub- a grand opening ceremony on Thursday September 29th, lic education in Florida and local control for elected school boards. This foray into details will be available soon. grassroots organizing is becoming a second “career.” In the summer of 2010 Deborah We would like to take a moment to thank the com- offered herself for public service, running for Florida Senate District 8. Although not munity for your support of our Thrift Shoppe. We have successful, the experience has made her a more articulate advocate for bipartisanship some very loyal customers, and it is always a pleasure and the issues she cares most passionately about. Deborah is married to David Heald, and an honor to have you shop with us. It is patrons such who she met on her first day in Jacksonville. She and David have two adult children, as yourselves to whom we owe the success of our retail establishment. John and Laura. Our sincere appreci- ation of your patronage into our new space can not be overstated. We want to assure you that we will con- tinue to do all we can to make your shopping experience as pleasurable as possible. Betty Griffin House is now in its 21st year, and the ONLY provider of services to victims of domestic and sex- ual abuse in St. Johns County. We are working to elimi- nate domestic violence and rape in our community. For more information or to make an investment in our future generation for prevention visit our website at www.bettyg- Photo of Keith McLeod, riffinhouse.org Manager of Thrift Shoppe #2 If you or someone you know is being abused, please and Jimmy Wray, Manager of call our hotline at (904) 824-1555. Like us on Facebook Thrift Shoppe #1 www.facebook.com/bettygriffinhouse. Teen Financial Literacy Series at St. Johns County Public Library FREE seminars for Teenagers The St. Johns County Public Library System is teaming up with the Lana Kiesel (left) of Stein Mart Beaches store and Florie Adiutori (right), chair- Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants offers two final FREE Teen person for “Runway for Safety” get together to discuss plans for the exciting annual Financial Literacy Series. The one-day seminar is designed specifically for Betty Griffin House benefit Luncheon and Fashion Show. The show will be Tuesday, individual’s ages 15 to 20. September 13th at 11am at Sawgrass Marriott in Ponte Vedra Beach. The classes are taught by the St. Johns River Chapter of the Florida Tickets are $50pp and tables of 10 are welcomed. Stein Mart at the beaches is Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Subjects will include budgeting, working on a line-up of beautiful clothing and beautiful models, some models you will saving, personal investing, using credit wisely, avoiding identity theft and recognize as your neighbors, others you will recognize from TV. For more information other related topics. The Teen Financial Literacy Series is ideal for recent high and to order tickets call Florie 904-543-1086 or e-mail [email protected]. school graduates, those starting a first job, students heading off to college or any teen who wants to learn about managing money. The St. Johns County Public Library System began offering this successful program three years ago, and the program has served as a model for otherReach Florida Thelibraries. Beach Class sizes By are limited, so call each branch to register. Lunch will be provided at each location by the Friends of the Library.For more information,U.S. MAIL! visit www.sjcpls.org or contact Library Administration at 827-6925. 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St. Augustine Beaches News Journal - August 2011 11 Slightly Stoopid, Rebelution, Shwayze, & Cisco Adler Performing at St. Augustine Amphitheatre, August 21, 2011

This performance marks the third time Slightly Stoopid has performed at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. Following in the footsteps of Sublime, Slightly Stoopid has created a blend of rock, reggae, and hip hop that is like candy for surf & beach communities. Free Concert Series With more than a decade of making music together, the members of Slightly Stoopid have perfected one of the rarest and most valuable skills a band can develop: the art of the stealth groove, that knack for quietly, almost innocently, sliding into a composition, and utterly Bring A lassoing anyone within earshot by Dinner At 6 p.m. Beach Chair mid song. That's where the band has Concert At 7 p.m. come to reside, musically: deep in the pocket, that ever elusive, funky August 3rd – Steam the Band – Motown Review – Dune’s Cracker trench where a band can entrance an August 10th – Navy Dixieland Jazz Band – Jazz – Raintree Restaurant audience, hypnotize it and hold on to it until the set or CD is finished. August 17th – Jimmy Parrish & the Ocean Waves – Built on a bedrock of nasty, oceanic Buffet Style Beach Music – F A Café slabs of dubby bass, meditative vocal harmonies, rock steady guitar licks August 24th – Smokin Mirrors – Modern R/R – Romano’s Pizza and tightly syncopated percussive rhythms, Slightly Stoopid illustrate a case study in August 31st – Triple Rock Blues Band – Blues – Gypsy Cab Co. underground success, steeped in years of hard touring, an improvisational business model, and a creative process that continues to unwind and push the envelope of a new September 7th – Penguin Teeth – Classic R/R Blues – Zaharia’s Restaurant jam based genre the band helped to create. September 14th – Roland Fleming Connection – R/B Jazz R/R Slightly Stoopid's dual front men Miles Doughty (Guitar, Bass, Vocals) and Kyle Panama Hattie’s McDonald (Guitar, Bass, Vocals), created their own label, Stoopid Records, in the early 2000’s to avoid signing a record deal and keep their DIY work ethic and freedom away September 21st – ET Swing Band – Jazz – Purple Olive from music industry politics. The west coast sound pioneers later added musicians Ryan ‘RyMo’ Moran (Drums) and Oguer 'OG' Ocon (Congas, Percussion, Harp, Vocals) from September 28th – Navy Jazz Ensemble – Big Band Jazz – Sunset Grille the B Side Players, as well as CMoney (Trumpet, Keyboard) and Dela (Saxophone) from John Browns Body; soliifying their on stage line up. Every Wednesday Thru September Slightly Stoopid has built a large n’ loyal fan base, and has soared to one of the most Location: St. Johns County Pier Park successful independent artists of this decade. The buzz surrounding the group continues St. Augustine Beach to increase with each successive release; their album catalog sales have topped the 350 A1A Beach Boulevard Also in attendance 700,000 mark and the group continues to fill the most prestigious concert venues around Sister Shack the world, and continues to create a legion of "stoopidheads" in the process! (904) 347-8007 Visit our website at Italian Ices Matisyahu performing www.thecivicassociation.com at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall August 23, 2011 Emerging in 2004 with his debut album, Shake Please Off review this proof of yourSt. ad closely John's - as it will Cultural be printed as it appearsCouncil here unless corrections and/or changes are the Dust, Matisyahu’sspecified unique by you on this proof. If there areSeeks any typographical Executive errors or errors Director of omission, please return information to our office style immediately gainedas soon him as possible. This proof was created based on the information provided to our representative by you or a representative of popularity. A Hasidic Jewyour dressed company. We cannotThe be St. responsible Johns for County content and Cultural copy of yourEvents, ad except which as noted is managed on this proof by form. the TDC. in a black suit with a broad brimmed Council (SJCC), the Local Arts Agency Total projected revenues for Category II black hat worn over a yarmulke,I/we agree forto guaranty St. Johns payment County, of allhas advertising signed a andcontract understand for thatthe ifcurrent litigation year ever are becomes $1.2 million. necessary I/we are liable for and sporting a full, untrimmedall reasonable attorneywith St. and Johns collection County fees. BoardPayment of for County advertising is dueSJCC upon hasreceipt. launched a national search beard, rapping to Jamaican style Commissioners (BOCC) to provide arts, for an Executive Director to oversee reggae beats, his diverse style culture, and heritage (ACH) tourism ACH tourism development. They are garnered Grammy nominations,______development and ______seeking a qualified gold record certificationApproved and a marketing. The Date Approved with noted changesprofessional with Date broad audience. His 2006 album, scope of work experience in “Youth” was nominated for a will includeFAX Back (i) to: (904)797-4311 or email: [email protected] marketing, Grammy in the category of Best recommending arts and culture Reggae Album. This a standing Arts and Culture administration, room only event. grant application and development. Gates open at 6:30pm with guidelines, (ii) After the Executive the Show starts at 7:30 pm. providing a 5-year Director is Tickets are $27.50 in advance, strategic plan, hired, additional and $30.00 in Day of show. For (iii) marketing St. administrative staff Matisyahu information on Matisyahu see Johns County's arts, will be brought on Photo by Mark Man 2008 www.matisyahuworld.com. cultural and heritage board to support assets as a the work of the visitor demand ACH manager. The generator, and (iv) preparing detailed director will report to the SJCC Board of annual budgets for approval by the Directors. BOCC. "We are pleased that, after almost The SJCC ACH Tourism three years of soliciting input from the Development will be funded by ACH industry, reviewing options, and Category II of the Local Option evaluating proposals, the Board of County Tourist Development Tax (Bed Tax), Commissioners chose the SJCC to manage a 4% surcharge paid by tourists who the program," said SJCC board member rent short term lodging, including and contract negotiator, Bill Coleman. "It hotel and motel rooms, condos, and is a big responsibility with great potential campgrounds. The LOTDT revenue for the ACH industry. The stakeholders are is divided between the Visitors and excited about having an arts professional in Convention Bureau, which manages charge of the program." Category I- Destination Advertising To see a job description and and Marketing, the St. Johns County information on applying for the position, Recreation Department, which visit the St. Johns Cultural Council website manages Category III- Recreation and www.stjohnsculture.com. Deadline for Beaches, and Category IV- Special application is August 1. 12 St. Augustine Beaches News Journal - August 2011 SJR State Law Enforcement and Corrections Cadets Recognized Pet Corner Anna Maxwell D.V.M. St. Johns River State College criminal justice academy cadets were recently recog- Palencia Resident nized during a graduation ceremony. Cadets representing St. Johns, Clay, Putnam, Duval (904)886-2751 and other counties received their certificates of completion for the law enforcement basic recruit and corrections basic recruit programs. Clay County Sheriff’s Office Chief of Staff Colonel Craig Aldrich addressed the graduates as the guest speaker. Cats And Heartworm Disease: A Special recognition in the basic law enforcement day class went to Clay County resi- dent Edward Scoggins for “Highest Academic Achievement” and “Highest Marksmanship Achievement.” The “Medallion Award” for highest overall achievement went to Clay Story You May Not Have Heard County resident Jonathan Brown. Special recognition in the basic law enforcement evening class went to St. Johns Mosquitoes don’t discriminate. not need to worry, right? County resident Dylan Costa for “Highest Marksmanship Achievement” and to Putnam They bite you, they bite your cat. But Wrong! Indoor cats are at a lower County resident Donald Blount for “Highest Academic Achiever.” Clay County resident when they sink their teeth into your risk for heartworm disease but there is Paulo Mauricio received the “Medallion Award” for highest overall achievement. feline friend, they might cause more not any guarantee a mosquito won’t Special recognition in the corrections class went to Clay County resident Scott Smiley than an itch. Mosquitoes can transmit buzz into your house through an open for “Highest Marksmanship Achievement” and St. Johns County resident Scott Elmore for heartworm larvae to cats. If these door or window– and it only takes one “Highest Academic Achievement.” The “Medallion Award” for highest overall achievement microscopic larvae settle into the cat’s bite. A North Carolina study reported went to Clay County resident Michael Policastro. lungs, they can cause health problems. that 28 percent of the cats diagnosed Law enforcement basic recruit graduates from St. Johns County: Robert Bendle, Dy- There is not a cure for feline heartworm with heartworm disease were inside- lan Costa, Jonathan Dees, Casey Duke, Wayne Ferrell, Natalie Gillespie, Chad Hallman, disease, but it is 100% preventable. only cats, so prevention products are Megan Hintzen, Jody Hull, Austin Lee, Louie Merwin, Heather Miller, Margo Rife and Do cats really get heartworms? smart to use for indoor cats. Lora Vaughn. Heartworm disease is not just a dog Mosquitoes aren’t as common Law enforcement basic recruit graduates from Clay County: Shannon Brooks, Jona- problem. A 1990 study in Texas found where I live. Does my cat need than Brown, Phillip Caballero, Mathieu Cooper, Dillan Crowder, Fernando Diaz, Dustin that 26 percent of cats had contracted prevention? Doughfman, Jordan Fall, Frankee Gibbs, Robert Griffis, David Lazo, Paulo Mauricio, Kevin heartworms at some point in their Yes. Cases of feline heartworm McClure, Edward Scoggins, Michael Smith, Adam Spearman, Sean Tuder, Stephen Ventura lives. disease have been reported in all 50 and Austin Weber. How do mosquitoes transmit states. The occurrence of heartworm Law enforcement basic recruit graduates from Putnam County: Donald Blount, Glyn- heartworms to cats? disease is markedly lower in some da Brooker, Cody Cochran, Kevin Corbin, Pasche Dorton, Justin Guessford, Angela King, Mosquitoes are carriers of states, but if you are living in lake or Devon Watkins and George Whitehill. heartworm larvae. When a mosquito coastal regions, you need to arm your Law enforcement basic recruit graduates from Duval County: Brandon Allsup, Aaron bites a cat, the larvae enter the cat’s cat with heartworm prevention. Bereznay, Gardell Branch, Michael Brooks, Latonya Cannady, Jessica Daley, John Floyd, system through the bite wound. When Okay, so my cat needs heartworm Matthew Garger, Christopher Gerlach, Charles Huesman, Derek Lui, David Mancini, Wil- these larvae develop into an adult prevention. What does that involve? liam Martin, Alden Miranda, Jeremy Neubauer, Danielle Revills, Corey Sheffield, Mark heartworm, they eventually die and The good news is that heartworm Suggs, Howard Tucker and Aleksander Vodevic. can cause severe heart inflammation prevention products are some of the Law enforcement basic recruit graduates from other counties: Christian Botella, An- that can be fatal. Most larvae do not easiest to use, least expensive, and most drew DiGaetano, John Dovine, Christopher Givens and Jordan Mers. make it to adulthood. Most die in effective items on the market. Corrections graduates from St. Johns County: John Branaum, Nicholas Cooper, Scott the cat’s lungs. This irritation leads Your veterinarian knows all about Elmore and Matthew Westover. to heartworm associated respiratory these products and will help you Corrections graduates from Clay County: Kagen Butts, Mark Edwards, Chelsea disease (HARD). decided which one is right for you and Meadows, Michael Policastro and Scott Smiley. My cat doesn’t go outside so I do your cat. Corrections graduates from Putnam County: Daniel Bomberry, Dawn Johnson, Quin- cy Langston and Danny Wells. Corrections graduates from Duval County: Isaac Hinson, Jason James and Ginger Novel Destinations’ Adult Summer Reading Contest Johnson. The ceremony was held at the Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts. The THCA is owned Contest encourages adult reading throughout St. Johns County and operated by SJR State College and is located on the Orange Park campus. The criminal justice certificate programs provide job-related training to prepare cadets The St. Johns County Public Library System is pleased to announce for entry-level employment in their career field. Cadets who complete the certificate pro- its “Novel Destinations” Adult Summer Reading Contest. In an effort to gram will be eligible to take the state certification exam. The certificates also provide credit encourage adults to read, they are asked to write reviews about books they hours to be transferred into SJR State’s associate in science degree in criminal justice officer have read for a chance to win prizes. The more books that are read and administration. The program is located on the St. Augustine Campus. The next law enforce- reviews that are written, the better the odds are to win a prize. ment basic recruit evening class is scheduled to begin Adult readers will have an opportunity to win a grand prize of a September 27, 2011. The next corrections recruit day $140 Visa gift card. Prizes also will be awarded at each branch for first class begins August 8, 2011. and second place. Review forms can be picked up at any library branch or Special awards were presented to the daytime from the bookmobile. Complete contest rules and details can be found here. law enforcement cadets at the SJR State criminal jus- This year makes the second year of the Countywide adult summer reading tice graduation ceremony. From left: Clay County program. The program runs through August 5th. resident Edward Scoggins received awards for “High- The summer reading contest is sponsored by the SJC Public Library est Academic Achievement” and “Highest Marks- and the Friends of the Library. For more information, visit the St. Johns manship Achievement,” and Jonathan Brown, also of County Public Library System website at www.sjcpls.org or contact your Clay County, received the “Medallion Award” from local branch. SJR State instructor George Parsons. Special awards were presented to the evening Children’s Gardening Workshops law enforcement cadets at the SJR State criminal jus- tice graduation ceremony. From left: Clay County at St. Johns County Public Library resident Paulo Mauricio received the “Medallion FREE workshops teach children gardening fundamentals Award;” Putnam County resident Donald Blount re- ceived the award for “Highest Academic Achieve- Elementary-aged children are invited to pre-register for free, hands-on gardening ment;” and St. Johns County resident Dylan Costa workshops at their local St. Johns County Public Library branch. The free, educational received the “Highest Marksmanship Achievement” workshops at the Johns County Public Library branches are presented by members of the award from SJR State instructor Les Stern. Garden Club of St. Augustine and sponsored by the Garden Club of St. Augustine and the Special awards were presented to the correc- Friends of the Library groups. tions cadets at the SJR State criminal justice gradu- Members of the Garden Club of St. Augustine hosts make-and-take workshops teaching ation ceremony. From left: Clay County resident children about being "nature detectives," gardening and growing, flower arranging and Scott Smiley received the “Highest Marksmanship more. The workshops are science-oriented, but also encourage children to create their Achievement” award; St. Johns County resident Scott own gardens and appreciate nature. Elmore received the “Highest Academic Achieve- For more information and event times, visit www.sjcpls.org or contact Library ment” award; and Michael Policastro of Clay County Administration at 827-6925. Contact your local branch for more information and to sign- received the “Medallion Award” from SJR State in- up for the gardening workshops. structor Jon Wrich. • Thursday, August 3- Hastings Branch Library, 827-6970 For more information about SJR State’s crimi- • Saturday, August 6- Anastasia Island Branch Library, 209-3730 nal justice programs, call (904) 808-7490 or visit the Web site at SJRstate.edu. • Tuesday, August 16- Main Library, St. Augustine, 827-6940 St. Augustine Beaches News Journal - August 2011 13 Flood Information For St. Augustine Beach Florida School of the Arts Area Property Owners Honors Graduates Provided By The St. Augustine Beach Building Department Your property is in or near the local flood • If you know that a flood is coming, move Florida School of the Arts re- guez, Jeffrey Sadler II, Ashley Saf- hazard area, as mapped by the Federal Emergency valuable contents upstairs or to a safe location. cently bid farewell to 46 graduates fore, Ashley Schoendorf, Desiree Agency (FEMA). A map of the 100-year and 500- Residents of hazard areas can take the now on their way to pursue careers Scholz, Bryan Sellers, James Smith, year floodplains within the City of St. Augustine following actions to decrease the risk of injury in art galleries, on the stage or be- Kasey Sollenberger, Daniel Vargas, Beach is available for your reference. A larger due to flooding. hind the scenes in the entertainment Jordan Vera, Sasha Wheless, Cas- flood map showing lot-by-lot detail of flood • Do not walk through flowing water. In industry. Many will continue their sandra White and Logan Wolfe. zones and required elevations can be viewed in standing water, use a pole or stick to determine education at universities before Florida School of the Arts is the city’s Building Department, located in the depth. finding their niche in the arts. The part of the academic and adminis- City Municipal Complex at 2200 A1A South. • Do not drive through flooded areas and do College honored the students who trative structure of SJR State and Certified Floodplain Managers are available in not drive around road barriers. Roads or bridges received their associate degrees in awards the two-year associate de- the Construction Services Department to assist may be washed out. • Keep children away from flood waters, the visual and performing arts at the gree in the following areas of study: you with maps and flood protection information fine art, graphic design, dance (bal- and provide advice on retrofitting techniques ditches, culverts and drains. St. Johns River State College Palat- for structures in the flood plain. Also available • Stay away from power lines and electrical ka campus. let and contemporary), production/ for review are current and past FEMA Flood wires. Report downed power lines to the power The commencement address was design, acting and musical theatre. Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) and topographical company. given by photographer John Sevi- The School serves the entire state of maps that show elevations of property within the • Turn off all electrical circuits at the panel gny, whose works have been exhib- Florida. Admission is based on an city. FEMA FIRM maps, reference materials, or disconnect all electrical appliances. ited in the United States, Mexico audition or portfolio review, an in- pamphlets and video are also available at the • Watch for animals, including snakes. and Portugal. Sevigny has worked terview with the faculty and admis- Building Department. Small animals that have been flooded out of their as a photographer and writer for sion to SJR State. Most flooding in the City of St. Augustine homes may seek shelter in yours. international news organizations Students produce and perform in Beach is caused by ocean water and rain • Look before you step. After a flood, the including the Associated Press. His approximately four visual arts exhi- storms, such as tropical storms and hurricanes. ground and floors may be covered with debris, news photographs have appeared in bitions and 10 performances each Occasionally, heavy rains will cause localized including glass and nails. Floors and stairs that The New York Times, the Montreal year. For more information about flooding. Major flooding can occur along the are covered with mud can be very slippery. Mirror and People. Florida School of the Arts call 386- beachfront and inland along the main retention • Turn off the gas and be alert for gas leaks. Sevigny advised the graduates on 312-4300 or visit online at floarts. areas. Flood waters along the beachfront can Use a flashlight to inspect for damage. Do not the “selflessness of art” and the im- org. rise to heights of 15 to 20 feet above sea level, smoke or use candles, lanterns, or open flames portance with destructive waves reaching even higher. unless you know that the gas has been turned off of creat- Most of the land is in the flood plain. Low land and the area has been ventilated. ing art in east of A1A Beach Boulevard is also prone to Floodplains serve many useful purposes, and those that are preserved in their normal or nearly the spirit flooding. Major storms have affected the City of of giving. St. Augustine Beach area in recent years. Not only natural state provide a wide range of benefits. do hurricanes and tropical storms create floods Three retention areas exist within the City of He encour- but they may cause erosion which increases the St. Augustine Beach: 16th Street, 11th Street and aged the likelihood of more severe oceanfront flooding the main retention area on Mizell Road. These graduates during subsequent storms. serve as natural drainage basins and provide flood to become Your homeowner’s or renter’s insurance storage from storm water runoff in their immediate social policy will not cover losses due to flooding. St. area. They also provide a valuable service by servants, Augustine Beach participates in the National Flood filtering impurities from runoff. The city owns emanating Insurance Program, which makes flood insurance approximately 31.5 total acres for retention and their cre- available to everyone in the city. Just because your future passive parks. ations as if home has not flooded in the past does not mean Debris in drainage ditches, streams and pipes “lighting a that you are safe. You should carefully consider can cause localized flooding when it rains. City candle in a buying flood insurance to protect yourself from code requires all owners or occupants of property dark, cyni- losses due to flooding. You do not have to live in to move obstructions from the drainage system cal world, the floodplain to qualify for flood insurance. on their property. not shining Since 1978, the city has participated in the Often, the greatest threat during a hurricane a spotlight National Flood Insurance Program’s Community is from flooding. Remember that heavy rains on your- Rating System, which means the premiums for not associated with tropical systems can cause self.” flood insurance in the City of St. Augustine dangerous flooding. The Beach are lower than they would be. The city’s The city’s zoning ordinance identifies portions of the city as being within the 100- outstand- participation in the CRS program includes the ing gradu- availability of staff in the Building Department to year floodplain. In other words, there is a one answer questions (on site or off) about flooding, percent chance of flooding in a given year. The ate awards building requirements that are more stringent than zoning ordinance and building codes have special were also federal minimum standards, regulations for storm provisions regulating construction and other presented. water management in new construction, and public development within those floodplains. Without The per- outreach projects. For more information, contact those provisions, flood insurance through the forming the Chief Building Inspector (471-8758). National Flood Insurance Program would not arts recipient was Ashley Schoe- PHOTO CAPTIONS: During the The City of St. Augustine Beach requires that be available to property owners and renters in ndorf. She plans to continue her Florida School of the Arts annual all new residential structures be elevated no less the City of St. Augustine Beach. Among the studies at Point Park University in graduation, visual arts student Lind- than three feet above the base flood elevation. It requirements are elevation certificates, copies of Pittsburgh. The visual arts recipi- sey Cheek (left) and performing arts may be possible to retro fit existing structures by which are available for viewing in the Building ent was Lindsey Cheek. She plans student Ashley Schoendorf were various flood proofing techniques. Of course, the Department. to continue her studies at the Savan- presented the Outstanding Graduate most effective and permanent means of protecting A permit issued by the Building Department nah College of Art and Design. Award. your structure is to locate it out of the floodplain. is required to make any repairs to flood-damaged Florida School of the Arts degree If you are unable to relocate your structure, the buildings. Buildings with damage amounting candidates are as follows: Ursala Al- “THE BEST KEPT SECRET to 50% or more of the building’s value must next most effective means is to elevate your len, Breanna Arneson, Jordan Baker, IN ST. AUGUSTINE BEACH!” structure about the base flood elevation. The be removed or brought into compliance with Dillon Birdsall, Jessica Birt, Jessica Building Department can discuss emergency, floodplain regulations. Building existing in a Bishop, Kristian Champagne, Lind- • 10 Har-Tru Courts temporary and permanent alternatives with you flood plain that do not meet the current regulations sey Cheek, Jessica Daughtry, Kelsey • 2 pools, outdoor and heated year-round and help you obtain the necessary permits. The may only be improved to less that 50% of the Donegan, Amanda Edwards, Mark indoor Building Department has reference material building’s value. • Co-ed fitness room and Ladies Only Additions or alterations that are not a result Exline, Zachary Flax, Jessica Gi- available for review regarding temporary and acchetto, Zachary Goodrich, Brad- Fitness room permanent property protection, retrofitting and of storm damage also are limited to less that 50% • Steam rooms, saunas, indoor whirlpool flood proofing structures. Additional protection of the building’s value. The requirements of the ley Gradeigo, Zackary Gurnavage, measures include: zoning ordinance and building codes are minimum Melissa Hinner, Tyler Humphrey, Atlantic Beach & Tennis Club • keep materials like sandbags, plywood, standards that all development must meet. To Carly Ivey, Victoria Keene, Donna 8 Ocean Trace Road plastic sheeting and lumber handy for increase the safety of your property and reduce King, Madeystsha Lamarre, Adam St. Augustine, FL 32080 emergencies. insurance premiums, you should consider building LeGuerre, Cherisse Long, Raquel www.atlanticbeachandtennisclub.com • Check with a plumber regarding a valve to to higher standards. Lopez, Matthew McLachlan, Maria (904) 471-0909 prevent sewer backups. For additional information on flood Mignone, Michael Norton, Ashley • Make sure that drainage ditches are clear protection or building codes, contact the Building Palmer, Angela Pasco, Tara Reid, of debris and functioning properly. Department at 471-8758. 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Fresh, Local Seafood Prepared the Way You Like it! Pain And Posture

By Rob Stanborough PT, DPT, MHSc, MTC, CMTPT, FAAOMPT First Coast Rehabilitation (904) 829-3411

Months ago I wrote a column entitled neck. If you wake up with back pain, it “Stand Tall” where I addressed our may be time to invest in a new mattress. need for efficient posture to balance the Pain with standing sometimes indicates Now forces that move through our bodies (see that you need to change which “stance” www.firstcoastrehab.com). Recently, leg you habitually use. This kind of pain Open For I examined a patient who told me he can be relieved by using certain stretches experiences bothersome neck pain almost and by stabilizing your back. Back pain BREAKFAST every time he travels. He is rather tall, can also come from an ill-fitting chair, or Join Us 7 Days A and like most of us these days, he from sitting at the computer for too long Week from 7:30 St. Augustine’s Best doesn’t fit properly in those tiny airplane without a break. Try getting up from the seats.’Because of his height, his head is computer every thirty minutes to change a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Casual Oceanfront well above the headrest, and if he naps your posture and exercise your eyes. •Omelets Restaurant during his journey, he wakes in pain. We’ve all experienced foot pain caused • Pancakes The reason for his pain is simple. by shoes that don’t fit properly, but even a Without support, his head falls forward, pair of tight pants can restrict your motion and more! “GRILLED, FRIED, STEAMED, BROILED, pulling on the posterior neck muscles. The and lead to pain. SAUTEED or BLACKENED” prolonged pull on these muscles causes It’s easy to accept these kinds of them to “guard,” or contract just a little, pain as part of our daily lives, but simple which leads to that feeling of tightness and solutions are often within reach. Stretches, • CHICKEN, PASTA, STEAK, BURGERS & WRAPS • pain, and can even result in a headache— exercises, and changes in your routine (904) 471-8700 not a good way to begin a vacation. The can help you become stronger and more same kind of thing can happen if you flexible. Your body is responding to the 45 Cubbedge Rd. Crescent Beach read in bed or watch TV slouched in your stressors placed upon it. If you do nothing, www.southbeachgrill.net favorite chair. As you probably know, the your body will become debilitated, weak, pain doesn’t go away just because you and tight. Breakfast: 7 Days 7:30am-10:30am wake up and change position. Of course, not every physical pain is Not every painful condition is caused by a musculoskeletal imbalance, Lunch & Dinner: 7 Days 11am-9:00pm complicated. In this case, I showed the and you should consult a physician to Early Bird Specials: M-F 3:30pm-5:30pm patient how best to sleep on a plane, and rule out a medical origin for your pain. 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