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Nestled in the Shoppes at Edgewater, Fireﬂy is Panama City Beach’s newest ﬁne dining experience. Come relax in a tranquil, stylish environment and sample delicious fare from Chef Shelley Cooper’s creative menu. Home of the $9.95 Seafood Platter

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MEMBER NEWS AROUND TOWN GRAND OPENINGS CALENDAR OF EVENTS MEET YOUR 2007 LEADERSHIP TEAM Chamber’s Annual Report c h a i r m a n ‘ s r e p o r t David Powell

t’s hard to believe we are halfway through this college presidents. It is exciting to see our chambers “Panama City Beach... We Make Memories” year! The old adage ‘time ﬂ ies when you’re working together, and I look forward to working with having fun’ could sum up my time so far as your the Bay County Chamber on future events.

January/F ebruar y 2007 I Chairman. We have certainly had some fun events

Vol 2 Issue 1 I hope you enjoy this issue of The this year, from the Annual Dinner to w ww.pcbeach.org Circuit, as we focus on resorts and the Business Expo to the most recent real estate in Panama City Beach. event, our 20th Anniversary Party,

The Greater Panama City Beaches Chamber o We are blessed to be able to live in f Commerce and all the Business After Hours such a beautiful place and this issue your connection to the beach and Fridays at the Beach in between. highlights many of those properties dining out MEMBER NEWS Your Chamber staff, along with AROUND TOWN IN PANAMA CITY BEACH GRA ND OPENINGS available both for rent and for sale. As CALENDAR OF EVENTS numerous volunteers, have done a Don’t Miss word has spread across the country BUSINESS EXPO Tuesday at , April 24th wonderful job putting these events Boardwalk Beach Resort about our emerald green water and together. white sandy beaches, we have seen I’d also like to give a special ‘thank you’ to the Bay unprecedented development, and now we need folks

March/April 2007 Vol 2 Issue 2 County Chamber of Commerce, which has partnered to come and see the new Panama City Beach. If you www.pcbeach.org with us to sponsor both a dedication ceremony for the need me, I’ll be reading my copy of The Circuit on the Thomas Drive ﬂ yover and a reception for our local beach with a cold drink in hand, enjoying the view.

p r e s i d e n t ‘ s r e p o r t Debi Knight Are You t’s amazing to see twenty years go by with the and staff. We have a dynamic organization because of blink of an eye. So many wonderful things one reason – we all care about our community and how Connected Ihave occurred since the incorporation of the we help each other grow. That is why your chamber is Chamber. Without volunteer leadership and direction, stronger than ever. to the the Chamber would not be where it is We are currently working on our today. As our budget has grown, we Beach? fi ve year business plan, and it will be have been able to expand our staff, exciting to see where the next twenty Advertise your business include a professional marketing and years takes us. We are also in the in The Circuit! sales team, take the chamber’s website process of expanding our Chamber and technology to the next level, facility, increasing staff, open seven 2007 Spotlight promote businesses and community days a week for businesses and Schedule: globally, work hand in hand with visitors, and increase marketing city, county and national leaders, JAN/FEB opportunities for members. Chamber’s Annual Report plan a brighter future for residents, MAR/APR businesses and visitors, increase our publications to I would like to thank all of you for supporting an Special Restaurant Guide offer a variety of services, benefi ts and marketing tools, organization that cares about the quality of life and MAY/JUN and bring our leaders and decision makers together future for our businesses. Many of you have been Shopping & Things To Do with visioning workshops. members for the last twenty years, and we salute you. JUL/AUG Many others have been members for a number of years, For the last fi fteen years I have been fortunate to work Resorts and Real Estate and we thank you for your continued support. SEP/OCT with many talented people. Board members, civic Health & Wellness leaders, ambassadors, committee chairs, volunteers I am excited about what tomorrow will bring! NOV/DEC Going Green

Call Bethany Edwards for rates and information at (850) 235-1159. The Chamber’s 20th Anniversary Island Luau on June 22nd was a tropical triumph...see page 14.

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2007 your connection to the beach BOARD OF DIRECTORS J U L Y / A U G U S T 2 0 0 7 Chairman of the Board 30 Membership Report David Powell, CONTENTS 30 Ambassadors Report Peoples First Community Bank In Every Issue 30 New and Renewing Members Past Chairman 6 Chairman’s Report Russ Smith, 6 President’s Report Events Towne of Seahaven 10 Banking Center 16 Leads Group Incoming Chairman 10 Real Estate Corner 22 Friday at the Beach Al McCambry, Knology 13 A Few Minutes With... 23 Calendar of Events Treasurer 18 Dining Out 23 After Hours Rick Dye, AmSouth/Regions Bank 21 Biz Spotlight Secretary 33 Art & Culture Around Town Philip Grifﬁ tts, Jr., 36 Health & Wellness 24 Community Update Sugar Sands Beach Resort 24 Gulf Coast Workforce Board EDC Chairman Membership 25 Local Government Update Deborah Hunt, 14 Member News 25 Navy News Peoples First Community Bank 28 Grand Openings 33 Bay County’s Film Commission Legal Council Cover photo of Panama City Beach by Skip Alford Steven L. Applebaum The Greater Panama City Beaches Chamber of Commerce The Board 415 Beckrich Rd., Suite 200, Panama City Beach, FL 32407 Mike Abney, Prudential Shimmering Sands Phone: (850) 235-1159 Fax: (850) 235-2301 Connie Ballinger, Sterling Realty Online: www.pcbeach.org Carol Bell, ID’s and More Karen Blackerby, Magnum Capital CHAMBER OFFICERS EDITORIAL STAFF Brenda Buschmann, President/CEO Debi Knight Editor Marta Rose Grand Panama Resort Senior VP Marketing & PR Marta Rose Creative Director Marta Rose Robert Carroll, Executive Asst. / Ofﬁ ce Mgr. Beth Oltman Advertising Sales Bethany Edwards, McNeil Carroll Engineering VP Membership Services Tom Mixon Jessica Summers Mack Carter, Shuckum’s Oyster VP Membership Services Skip Alford Production Boyd Brothers Printing Oyster Pub, Another Broken Egg VP Relocation Jessica Summers Distribution Allegra Print & Imaging; Anthony Dubose, Membership Accounting Mgr. Jena Kimmel Chamber Ambassador Team Coastal Community Insurance Agency, Inc. VP Hospitality Services Bertie Reynolds Wes Grant, Travelodge Receptionist Joyce Kidd John Hamati, Research/Communications Bethany Edwards Marriott’s Bay Point Resort Volunteer Gloria Mallory Fritz Hoehne, Comcast Cable Lewis Howell, The St. Joe Company Terri Hugghins, Vision Bank Cody Khan, Holiday Inn Sunspree Lee Ann Leonard, By The Sea Resorts Stacie Galbreath, Kilgore’s Karpet & Ceramic Tile Doreen Morgan, Century 21 Commander Realty Gayle Oberst, CFT Pyramid Lisa Powell, Hombre Golf Club Left: Steve Akiyama created an impressive Wonder Bill Sherr, Labor Ready Woman for the 15th Annual Business Expo held on Skip Stoltz, April 24th at Boardwalk Beach Resort. Above: Cham- ber Chairman David Powell of Peoples First Com- Countrywide Home Loans munity Bank, and Incoming Chair Al McCambry of Bob Zamboni, Knology--who sponsored the event--arrived ready for Zeebest McDonald’s action. See page 35 for Best Costumes and Booths. 8 The Circuit July/August 2007

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447362-TheCircuit7362-TheCircuit 07-07.indd07-07.indd 9 66/27/07/27/07 10:58:3410:58:34 PMPM Real Estate Corner anking Center Professionalism, B Knowledge and Heart It’s About Giving Back To The Community ankTrust has 31 branches in Alabama and Florida with three in Bay County. It is publicly traded and locally chartered in Walton County. BBankTrust’s management team, along with their impressive local Board of Directors, makes all decisions on a local level. This in turn has contributed greatly to the growth and prosperity of Bay County. Mike Fitzhugh, President and CEO of BankTrust, feels very strongly about giving back to the community, and he conveys this to his employees. He and the BankTrust Century 21 Smith & Associates, Inc. is located at 13510 Hutchison Blvd. in Panama City Beach. staff are heavily involved in the entury 21 Smith & Associates, Inc. is now ofﬁ cially on the community by beach, stronger than ever and always ready to serve all your participating in Creal estate needs. a local school Broker/Owner William F. Smith has provided Bay County with true mentoring professionalism, knowledge and heart for over 30 years, creating program, con- one of the best real estate companies in the area. In his endeavor to tributing to the continue the best service to his past, present and future customers, March of Dimes, William F. Smith has merged his two ofﬁ ces into one, creating a American Heart team of the most highly trained, knowledgeable and passionate Association, Realtors to provide each and every customer with the ultimate in and Habitat for From left: Jana Walker, Julie Lynn, Monica Alderman quality service. Humanity among and Jill Kesecker. many others. At Century 21 Smith & Associates, Inc. they not only pride BankTrust takes themselves in using the best tools and technology to expedite a that same passion virtually stress free transaction, they embrace their customers and directs it toward with compassion and understanding. Experience for yourself their customers. It’s the warmth, energy and professionalism at the only Real Estate that commitment Company in town – Century 21 Smith & Associates, Inc. to doing the “little For more information call (850) 230-2350 or visit www.century21- things” that makes smith.com. their customers’ lives easier.

The bank offers From left: Leonor Rodriguez, Joshua Scribner and a complimentary Barb Kingsley. courier service for their business customers to assist with deposits and change orders. BankTrust also boasts a 4:00 pm deposit cut-off time. It is a full service bank offering numerous personal and business checking and savings accounts, commercial loans, mortgages, ﬁ nancial planning services, trust services, CDs, IRAs, online banking and bill pay. Visit one of the three branches in Bay County where you are always sure to see a friendly face.

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447362-TheCircuit7362-TheCircuit 07-07.indd07-07.indd 1212 66/27/07/27/07 10:58:4710:58:47 PMPM a few As soon as my plane arrived in the tiny stands to become a world-class resort. This Panama City Airport I stepped outside to feel is not another Miami Beach! This city should the vibe of this southern air and a magic in the carve out and boast its own unique culture and minutes wind that seduced my spirit. It’s that feeling attractions, like no other resort town in the of well being, when nature is in harmony with country. with... its manmade surroundings. There was a sense that nothing had I have captured a been frozen here big memory jar of Paul Suke before, except “There was a sense that nothing sun, white beaches maybe a gator’s and radiant sea— gaze when it looks had been frozen here before, North Florida at you as if you’re a ecology that will big steak sandwich! except maybe a gator’s gaze...” keep me warm for There was this faint many winters to airy jazz music playing by the outer entrance, come. And if my spirit ever succumbs to the which soon became the soundtrack to my fi rst cold Canadian winds, I will jet back down acquaintance with this city. to meet with that warm Panama City Beach Southern Hospitality faster than you can say A man at the airport was walking opposite “Hotter than Georgia Asphalt!” my direction and smiled and said hello to me. Coming from a country where people never say hello to complete strangers, I returned *Paul Suke is Executive Vice President of a reluctant hello, and soon followed with Virtual Paper, a Canadian-based division of a thought that he may be taking a trip up the interactive media giant Tree Technologies. Brokeback Mountain. That thought was soon The company transforms printed publications replaced with what I have been hearing so to online, interactive material, giving the User am from Montreal, Canada, or through much about from the team at the Chamber, the a tactile and immediate experience through the perception of one Texan that I met proverbial sentiment of Southern Hospitality. Flash animation, fl ip-page simulation, hot-spot Iseveral years ago in Dallas, The Great direct links and fun sound clips. Visit www. White North…where Canadian tribes dress in The next couple of days I was given the myvirtualpaper.com for more information. the indigenous seal pelts, lay down fur traps, royal tour of Panama and live in condo complexes built of hardened City Beach, and the igloo snow! Contrary to that popular Southern Chamber team showed belief, Montreal is quite a cosmopolitan city me what true Southern offering culture, wonderful restaurants and Hospitality is. We did ifferent by Design amazing festivals. everything from visiting D the beautiful Gulf of There is only one drawback: most of this Mexico to sucking the happens during the summer. We either fall juice out of crawfi sh into Breezy Autumn or full tilt Dead of Winter and handshaking a (which is during most months with the letter R large sea turtle, right in them). This is when we consider bringing down to having a out the sleds and the team of dogs. Canadians staring contest with an OPEN FOR YOUR ENJOYMENT do one of two things with their recreational alligator. I found the time in the winter. They brave out into cold Reflections at Bay Point warmth in the locals to go skiing, snowboarding, dancing or to be part of the charm hitting the town—or they simply stay home Located within the gates of Bay Point that intertwines with Private and hibernate. Even going out for dinner Resort with its abounding amenities. the warmth and beauty on a Friday night seems laborious on a cold of Panama City Beach. winter’s evening. Views of both the Bay and Gulf of Mexico. I was left with a lasting Pristine So you can imagine my enthusiasm in visiting impression of calm and Panama City Beach, with its warm Floridian serenity balanced with Perfection World class golf courses, new Nicklaus sun and white sugar beaches, after a long and the bustle of friendly Design Course and Meadows Course, slumbering Canadian winter. I was invited to tourists staying at Marina, Tennis, Casual & Fine Dining, and a full service spa and salon, Serenity at visit Panama City Beach by the President of the resorts nestled by the Bay Point. Beaches Chamber, Debi Knight, to promote shores of a stunning our new technology called Virtual Paper, body of water so Make your dream a reality... which integrates the printed Offi cial Vacation affectionately known Call Wanda or Joe today at 1-866-388-6588. Planner into a dynamic and environmental as the Emerald Coast. MODEL OPEN, COME VISIT! www.ReflectionsAtSterling.com online solution.* Panama City Beach

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447362-TheCircuit7362-TheCircuit 07-07.indd07-07.indd 1515 66/27/07/27/07 10:58:5810:58:58 PMPM MEMBER NEWS The Power of Join Congressman Allen Boyd for the 5th An- and clinic, we will begin to bring these special Entrepreneurial Spirit nual Entrepreneurial Spirit Conference on children in for care. We have use of the camp 11 The word entrepreneur originates from the Friday, July 20 from 8:30am-1pm at Gulf Coast months out of the year, and set up programs now French word entreprendre which means Community for retreats, camps, and special events. One of “to undertake.” Entrepreneurs appear in College. The those events is Camp 2007. We are bringing 9 different sizes, shapes and strengths in conference is Russian children in from Kaliningrad to share an every community. From the local law co-sponsored American church camp with local youth groups offi ce or hair salon to the franchised res- by the Small for the month of July. Business De- taurant or daycare center; behind each of Your sponsorships for events like our Celebrity velopment these businesses is an entrepreneur. Golf Challenge Dinner Cruise on September Center, Veter- 24th, as well as the auction items you donate, Some of these entrepreneurs seek to build an’s Business will go a long way toward helping us build that a huge worldwide business while others Congressman Allen Boyd Outreach Cen- Children’s Home. For more information about seek to be the best business in their small ter, Bay Coun- Hearts of Hope International, Inc. visit www. pond. Some entrepreneurs like to start new busi- ty Chamber of Commerce, Greater Panama City HeartsOfHopeInt.org, call (850) 234-0260, or nesses, sell them, and move to the next venture; Beaches Chamber of Commerce, Opportunity email us at [email protected]. some want a business to run for their entire career. Florida, and Gulf Coast Community College. Famous entrepre- Eventide is the West End’s neurs are often The common thread between entrepreneurs Hope For Newest Coastal Community associated with The is the ability to see a problem that needs to Developer Broad Street Partners, LLC and “newness.” They Hopeless Playground Destination Properties Inc., a provide us with be solved, the ability to take and assume risks, Rodney and Beth world leader in real estate sales and marketing, new products (Bill and the spirit and determination to succeed. Love, founders of unveil Eventide, Panama City Beach’s newest Gates, Microsoft), Hearts of Love, residential community. new production methods (Henry Ford, Ford Mo- Inc., worked in Josh McDowell’s international tor Company), new markets (Sam Walton, Wal- ministry in Russia for 12 years. In that time, they Eventide is located a short bike ride from the Mart) and new forms of organization (Sergey saw fi rst-hand the deplorable conditions in which beach. This coastal community will have 212 Brin, Google). While we all now recognize these children existed as they lived in the orphanages. spacious vacation condominium homes with famous entrepreneurs and their contributions to We have found in speaking with other ministries, one, two and three bedrooms, mixed with a our country and our economy, each of them started it is the same all over the world. limited number of townhomes. Eventide’s as a small business. They were able to build their blend of classic styles incorporate a British Hearts of Hope International, one of the respective enterprises due to their abilities to en- West Indies design with architectural references Hearts of Love ministries, is a non-profi t, 501c3, vision their success, to think creatively, to believe to Key West, St. Augustine, Rosemary Beach privately owned, local children’s home that and trust in themselves and to maintain a “never and old Jacksonville. temporarily houses orphans from around the give up” spirit. world that need major medical care. Our goal is The 22-acre community will have nearly one This entrepreneurial spirit is strong in our com- to help provide that medical care in an effi cient mile of bicycle paths and winding walkways munity. In your everyday life, look at the num- manner while giving these precious children the leading to the central clubhouse, complete ber of new business enterprises that are springing love that they normally would never have. We with a fi tness room, game room, club room up in our local economy. The entrepreneurial will also minister to orphans in our care through and media room. Eventide will also have spirit that lives in the entrepreneurs behind summer camps, retreats, and time spent with two pools and approximately 15,000 square these enterprises will provide 70% of the new Christian families. feet of boutique retail shops, sidewalk cafes jobs, 70% of our goods and services, 70% of Continued on Page 29 Hearts of Hope International now has a 50 year the business tax base and therefore 70% of lease with our dreams as a community. Bethlehem As a fi fth generation small businessman-farmer, Camp just north Congressman Allen Boyd knows the rewards of Bonifay for and concerns unique to small business owners. 2.5 acres which is “Small Businesses are the backbone of the Amer- part of their 100 ican economy,” Boyd stated. “Today, the values acres. Once we of American independence and resourcefulness have raised the Panama City Beach’s newest coastal community, Eventide, will have 212 are embodied in the entrepreneurial spirit that funds to build the residential condominiums, bicycle and walking paths and more than 15,000 lives in each and every small business owner.” children’s home square feet of shops and restaurants. 16 The Circuit July/August 2007

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served with toasted almond rice pilaf primavera, steeped with butter-poached lobster sauce, and baked in a parchment sac. The Bacon Wrapped Gorgonzola Stuffed Pork Chop with charred peppers, caramelized onions and sweet tomatoes was infused with a subtle orange essence, and served alongside red skin potato hash. We shared the succulent Twice Baked Lobster Mashed Potatoes; a description of this dish cannot Firefl y...the lighting of a new era in fi ne dining. represent the eye-rolling rapture it creates. With such delicious decadence one cannot possibly estled in the Shoppes at Edgewater, Fried Apalachicola Oysters were light and say no to dessert…and we didn’t. We sampled Firefl y is Panama City Beach’s newest tender, served with a tangy cocktail sauce and an the Key Lime Icebox Pie with gingersnap and Nfi ne dining experience. From the assembly of pickled parsnips, shallots, carrots, macadamia crust, mile high meringue and warm moment I walked through the door I knew this snap peas and red endive. The Tuna Nicoise, coconut cream, which was divine. And check was no ordinary beach eatery serving the usual a scoop of sushi-grade rare tuna, was drizzled out the Hot Chocolate Souffl e Cake if you are a beach fare. A beautiful waterfall adorning the with basil oil and had a slightly savory, nutty chocolate lover, served with chocolate ganache wall behind the bar creates a “Wow Factor” fi nish. We sampled a bowl of smooth-as-silk and a trio of homemade ice creams. upon entering the front lounge. An adjoining Carrot Ginger Gazpacho swirled with a biting lounge with sofas and live music on Thursdays red pepper coulis, and garnished with a steak Firefl y is located in the Shoppes at Edgewater and Saturdays adds a tranquil and sumptuous kabob. The vegetables and herbs that went into at 535 Beckrich Road in Panama City Beach feel to Firefl y’s stylish environment. And keep this cool concoction were so fresh the fl avor and is open nightly from 5:00 pm. Reservations walking…the biggest Wow Factor is yet to spanked my taste buds, and the oversized white are recommended and appropriate attire is come: A huge oak tree – adorned with fi refl ies porcelain bowl added a cartoon-like whimsical appreciated. Check out “Tini Tuesday” with $5 throughout – stands smack dab in the middle of fl air to the presentation. Next came the Stoli martinis. Call (850) 249-FFLY (3359) or the dining room. A description in words doesn’t Hydroponic Salad…butter lettuce underneath visit www.fi refl ypcb.com. do this vision justice…you just have to go there a confetti of strawberries and goat cheese, v v v and see for yourself. trickled with a warm brown butter pecan dressing. Many of the crew came from Canopies,nopies, and the service is friendly, professional and competent. Our lavish meal continued with Chef Shelley Cooper, formerly of 30-Degree two exuberant entrees, both served Blue, has created a menu that topsops the charts on giant white porcelain platters in cutting edge. “I wanted to createreate food that that matched the fun soup bowls. is approachable and delicious,” she says of the Grouper “In The Sac” was beautiful ensemble of fi ne fare. Everything I sampled at Firefl y was a notch above “really good.” Which is to say, simply, they got it right. We began the journey with an aperitif of martinis. The Espresso Martini was thick and rich, cold, and not too ReadyReady to haveto have your your sweet (over-sweetness seems to be a common mistake with restaurantrestaurant reviewed? reviewed? martinis). The Pineapple Marini was refreshingly fruity CallCall Marta Marta Rose Rose at atthe the and mellow. Our Tempura Chamber,Chamber, 235-1159. 235-1159. 18 The Circuit July/August 2007

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447362-TheCircuit7362-TheCircuit 07-07.indd07-07.indd 1919 66/27/07/27/07 11:01:2811:01:28 PMPM OVER 25,000 SWIMSUITS! GRAND PANAMA RESORT Hutchison Boulevard, Panama City Beach

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447362-TheCircuit7362-TheCircuit 07-07.indd07-07.indd 2020 66/27/07/27/07 11:01:4111:01:41 PMPM RFGLI@?AI Biz Spotlight....So simple, it’s genius! eltacom’s history dates back more than 100 years. The company’s mission is the same today as when it ﬁ rst opened its doors—to be the premier provider of full-service, inte- Dgrated telecommunications. Deltacom is your one-stop provider to help simplify your communications needs—single provider, multiple services, one invoice, satisfaction guaranteed. t Are you a small business seeking local voice lines? t A bank seeking a long distance or data provider? t A hospital seeking the peace of mind in knowing your data is securely archived and stored? t A wireless carrier seeking operator services?

Simpli-Business is fl exibility to choose the offi ce solution that best fi ts your business: t NEC Phone System - Scalable and feature rich with voicemail t Lexmark Printers - State of the art multifunction and color laser devices t Priority Access to a Dedicated Service Team t Single Bill & Contract Format t Versatile Communication Platform t Flexibility to Adapt to Future, Cutting Edge Technologies t Electronic Billing t High Speed Internet bursting to 1.2 Mbps t 30 Email Boxes and Six Static IP Addresses t One Domain Name Registration t 5000 Long Distance Minutes with Unlimited LATA Wide Calling Remember spring break t One Company Responsible for All of Your Communications Needs and long summer vacations in Panama City Beach? Ask about additional discounts you may recieve as members of the Beaches Chamber! Fun. Freedom. Total relaxation. Days that seemed to stretch And... into forever. Life at your pace. If you elect to use Deltacom, you will be directly supporting the ongoing efforts of the Chamber of Commerce. In the interest of better business, take a closer look at Deltacom and give them a call Own it all again. today. Contact the Dothan offi ce at (334) 836-4900, or the Pensacola offi ce at (850) 472-6600.

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Playground Destination Properties Inc., Licensed Real Estate Broker. This is not an offer to sell, nor a solicitation of an offer to buy, to residents of any state or province in which restrictions and other legal requirements have not been fulfilled. This advertisement is void where prohibited by law. Oral representations cannot be relied upon as correctly stating the representations of the developer. For correct representations, please make reference to this ad and to the document required by Section 718.503, Florida statutes, to be furnished by the developer to a buyer or lessee. Developer reserves the right to make any modifications as deemed necessary.

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® with Paris Janos of WJHG Channel 7 July 13, 2007 7:30-9:00AM Edgewater Beach Resort Guest Speaker: Ibis Lake Development Sponsored by A residential preserve

on West Bay August 10, 2007 7:30-9:00AM Edgewater Beach Resort Guest Speaker: Mel Leonard, Community Redevelopment Agency Sponsored by DRMP Call the Chamber to RSVP at 235-1159 Get Informed at Friday at the Beach ouse Representative Jimmy Patronis, Jr. gave Chamber members an overview of the 2007 HLegislative Session and how it affects our lo- The ultimate getaway, RiverCamps® on cal community, at the Beaches Chamber’s Friday at the Beach breakfast on May 11th at Edgewater Beach Crooked Creek is a 1,500 acre community Resort. The event was sponsored by Vision Bank, Gulf World and Emerald Waste Services. carefully nestled in a secluded wooded On June 8th, Kim MacLean from VISIT FLORIDA, the ofﬁ cial tourism marketing corporation for the state preserve along the sparkling waters of of Florida, provided an overview of current VISIT Crooked Creek, and the spectacular 18,000 FLORIDA programs and future opportunities to help businesses reach the millions of visitors that come to acre expanse of West Bay Florida each year. The event was sponsored by VISIT FLORIDA along with Ritz Food Stores and J.B. Floor- Kim MacLean from VISIT FLORI- DA, the ofﬁ cial tourism marketing North on Hwy. 79 right on Hwy. 388 drive 2 miles ing of Florida. corporation for the state of Florida. For Sales Information On July 13th the developers of Ibis Lake will share details of this Old World-style Call 850.636.7777 village, opening soon, with mid-20th Century coastal cot- www.rivercamps.com tages of the Deep South. On August 10th join Mel Leon-

© 2007 The St. Joe Company. “JOE,” “St. Joe,” “RiverCamps” and the “Taking Flight” design are service marks ard at Friday at the Beach for of The St. Joe Company. The availability of St. Joe property (through any of its affiliates or subsidiaries) is subject to an update on the Front Beach change without notice. Access to this property is prohibited without the express consent of St. Joe or its agency. The above shaded drawing of the State of Florida is provided to depict only the general location of the property being Road CRA (Community Re- advertised herein and is not intended to represent either the holding of The St. Joe Company or its affiliates nor any development Agency). Both specific lands being offered for sale by The St. Joe Company at this time. St. Joe makes no representation, warranty or guarantee as to any particular use or development allowed on any particular property, rather all properties are events will be held at Edge- subject to federal, state and local governmental rules and regulations governing land use, permitting, building and Friday at the Beach on May 11th with (from left): State Rep- water Beach Resort; call the zoning requirements and restrictions and may be subject to covenants, conditions and restrictions of St. Joe. This does resentative Jimmy Patronis, Jr., Chamber President Debi not constitute an offer to sell real property in any jurisdiction where prior registration or other advance qualifications of Chamber at (850) 235-1159 Knight, Incoming Chairman Al McCambry and David Powell, real property is required. Maps shown are not to scale. Void where prohibited by law. Equal Housing Opportunity. for more information. Chairman of the Board. 22 The Circuit July/August 2007

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July 3 Tuesday July 24 Tuesday August 10 Friday County Commission Mtg Airport Authority Meeting Friday at the Beach 9:00 am 10:00 am 7:30-9:00 am Panama City Hall Airport Board Rm (2nd FL) Edgewater Bch Resort July 3 Tuesday July 26 Thursday August 14 Tuesday 12@12 Luncheon City Council Meeting TDC Meeting 12:00-1:00 pm 2:00 pm 9:00 am Location tbd City Hall Annex City Council Chamber July 5 Thursday July 31 Tuesday August 21 Tuesday Executive Board Mtg EDC Meeting County Commission Mtg 12:00 noon 3:00 pm 9:00 am Peoples First Bank Vision Bank Panama City Hall July 10 Tuesday August 2 Thursday August 23 Thursday TDC Meeting Executive Board Mtg City Council Meeting 9:00 am 12:00 noon 2:00 pm City Council Chamber Peoples First Bank City Hall Annex A private beach club on the world’s most beautiful beach. Sparkling July 11 Wednesday August 7 Tuesday August 23 Thursday pools and outdoor kitchens. Board Meeting County Commission Mtg After Hours Mixer It’s Southern hospitality, the charm 3:00 pm 9:00 am 5:30-7:30 pm of the British West Indies and a Vision Bank Panama City Hall Capt. Anderson’s laid-back touch of Key West. It’s the Caribbean you can drive to. July 12 Thursday August 7 Tuesday August 28 Tuesday City Council Meeting 12@12 Luncheon Airport Authority Mtg Panama City Beach’s only 6:00 pm 12:00-1:00 pm 10:00 am opportunity to own it all. City Hall Annex Location tbd Airport Board Rm (2nd FL)

July 13 Friday August 8 Wednesday August 28 Tuesday Eventide Coastal Residences Friday at the Beach Board Meeting TDC Meeting REAL • HONEST • LIVING 7:30-9:00 am 3:00 pm 9:00 am West End • PCBeach Edgewater Bch Resort Vision Bank City Council Chamber 888.617.7619 July 17 Tuesday August 9 Thursday August 28 Tuesday eventideflorida.com County Council Meeting City Council Meeting EDC Meeting 9:00 am 6:00pm 3:00 pm Panama City Hall City Hall Annex Vision Bank Playground Destination Properties Inc., Licensed Real Estate Broker. This is not an offer July 10 Tuesday to sell, nor a solicitation of an offer to buy, to residents of any state Chamber After Hours or province in which restrictions and other legal requirements TDC Meeting have not been fulfilled. This advertisement is void where 9:00 am Capt. Anderson’s prohibited by law. Oral representations cannot be relied upon as 5551 North Lagoon Drive, Panama City Beach correctly stating the representations of the developer. For correct City Council Chamber representations, please make reference to this ad and to the Thursday, August 23, 2007, 5:30 to 7:30 pm document required by Section 718.503, Florida statutes, to be For Members and Guests Only furnished by the developer to a buyer or lessee. Developer reserves Sponsored by the right to make any modifications as deemed necessary. Century 21 Ryan Realty, Bay Bank & Trust, Emerald Waste Services

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447362-TheCircuit7362-TheCircuit 07-07.indd07-07.indd 2323 66/27/07/27/07 11:01:5311:01:53 PMPM AROUND TOWN Updates on Community, Governmental Affairs, Workforce & Military

planned for the north side between Beckrich and rior as one of the “40 New National Recreation Community Update Alf Coleman. Colonial Bank and McDonald’s Trails.” The National Recreation Trails are com- Mayor Gayle Oberst, will be built on the Parkway north of Lowe’s. ponents of the National Trails System and recog- City of Panama City Beach nize already existing trails that connect people to In Pier Park, Dillard’s and JCPenny’s stores are resources and improve their quality of life. Work on the new K through 8 school located working through their permits and getting the adjacent to Arnold High School is progressing. infrastructure in place. Walls have been erected Ground clearing was in April and May and the and the section of the mall nearest the Pier is tak- Haney to Launch school should be ready for students in the fall of ing form. Some of those retailers/restaurants will 2008. be opening in the late fall and others early spring. Construction Technology Academy New restaurants including Another Broken Egg Concerts in the park each Thursday night will (Grand Panama) and Panera Bread (Pier Park) take place June - August. The concerts have been Kimberly Bodine, Executive Director, are providing great new places to enjoy meals a great success with hundreds attending. Gulf Coast Workforce Board and Willy’s Pier Bar (Pineapple Wills latest ad- The building and planning department and the In order to meet the workforce needs of the venture) gives the blues and jazz lovers a great planning board of the City are working on updat- construction industry, Haney Technical High place. Opening in May, the Grand Theater (Pier ing the comprehensive plan. Tallahassee requires School has partnered with the Gulf Coast Work- Park) with its sixteen screens will seat about that the plan be reviewed and updated in each ﬁ ve force Board and other business and community 3,000 people and is really state-of-the-art. to seven year timeframe. They are also reviewing partners to launch a Construction Technology A number of new businesses are expected to be- new land development codes for presentation to Academy. Haney is currently accepting stu- gin building in the area surrounding the Parkway the Council. It is an opportunity for input from dents into the program with the ﬁ rst initial class and Alf Coleman/Beckrich. CVS has plans for the community and business leaders. scheduled to start in August. The Academy is building on the southwest corner of Alf Coleman In June, Gayle’s Trails was recognized by the open to any student enrolled in a Bay County and the Parkway while a hotel and restaurant are Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Inte- high school.

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The focus of the Academy will be industry cer- regular board meeting. tifi cations, high school graduation, and Florida City of Panama City Beach Career and Technical Certifi cates. The Con- • The Council voted unanimously to engage at- struction Technology Academy will offer pro- torney Robert Wright for the purpose of moni- grams in carpentry, electrical wiring, and weld- toring Florida Public Service Commission’s ing. Upon completion of the program, students proposed hardening of underground utilities. will receive an industry certifi cation through This will enhance service during storms; how- the National Center for Construction Educa- ever, the cost will ultimately be passed on to tion and Research (NCCER) along with their the end user. Therefore, it should continue to high school diploma. Welding students will be monitored. also earn American Welding Society (AWS) certifi cations. Training to secondary and post- • The Council followed up on additional secondary students will be offered during the Emergency Medical Services. Staff reported school day with major emphasis for secondary they met with Steve Johnson, CEO of Bay students. Some adult post-secondary students Medical Center. Recruiting paramedics and may enroll in the evening. locating adequate housing for the ambulance will be a challenge. The Construction Technology Academy is part of Haney’s strategy to develop programs for Panama City-Bay County Airport Authority high growth/high demand occupations. It is • The Airport extended the deadline for con- partially funded by a grant from Florida’s Great struction bids from the six companies deemed Northwest WIRED Initiative. eligible by the Airport Authority. This portion of the relocation project includes clearing the Eventide. A relaxed resort For more information on Haney’s Construc- land, creating access and perimeter roads and community tucked away in Panama tion Technology Academy, please contact Eric constructing the airport’s runways. Currently, City Beach’s upscale West End. Johnson at 850-747-5500. bids are due June 21. For your permanent residence, your • Chandler & Associates are working on the seasonal escape, or that dream Local Government Update airport appraisal. Staff expects it to be com- vacation home, Eventide is Bay Solutions pleted within a few weeks. the right move, the right place, the right now. Bay County • Florida Department of Transportation has • The fi nal fl oorplan for the new Emergency committed an additional $67 million in grants Operations Center was due the end of last for airport relocation. State funding commit- Own life to the fullest. week. The County expects a groundbreaking ments now total $119 million since the reloca- in early 2008 and anticipates the construction tion efforts began. This month, FAA commit- time to between 12-18 months. ted nearly $80 million over four years, meeting Eventide Coastal Residences the Airport Authority’s request in full. REAL • HONEST • LIVING • The Board authorized Mark Bowen, Chief West End • PCBeach of Emergency Services, to begin negotiations for terms of leasing a local base with Life Net, Navy News 888.617.7619 which is an air ambulance provider. Capt. Hal Harbeson, Commanding Offi cer eventideflorida.com • The Commission rejected a proposal from Naval Support Activity Panama City the City of Parker to limit the property tax More than 300 Sailors tested their mine war- revenue the city could keep for its community fare profi ciency along the shores of Panama Playground Destination Properties Inc., redevelopment area. The proposal would have City Beach during Gulf of Mexico Exercise Licensed Real Estate Broker. This is not an offer to sell, nor a solicitation of an offer to buy, to residents of any state capped the CRA’s tax revenue at $75 million. May 7-16. This exercise marked the transition or province in which restrictions and other legal requirements • The Board agreed to enter into negotiations of a mine warfare squadron from training to have not been fulfilled. This advertisement is void where prohibited by law. Oral representations cannot be relied upon as with Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative to pur- ready-to-deploy status and included surface, air and undersea mine countermeasures opera- correctly stating the representations of the developer. For correct chase the company’s water and wastewater representations, please make reference to this ad and to the systems in Southport. The Commission pro- tions. Two Canadian ships, the HMCS Goose document required by Section 718.503, Florida statutes, to be posed an increase of its wholesale water rate Bay and HMCS Kingston, participated with furnished by the developer to a buyer or lessee. Developer reserves from $0.90 per 1,000 gallons to $1.45. A sec- the minehunting and countermeasures ships the right to make any modifications as deemed necessary. ond public hearing is scheduled for the June 19 Continued on Page 26 The Circuit July/August 2007 25

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Continued from Page 25 Habitat for Humanity of Bay County dedicated one of the two homes constructed in what was known as “The Sea & Sky Build” on May 19. USS Blackhawk, USS Devastator, and USS Shrike, and three Sea Located on Center Avenue in Callaway, this project was so named be- Dragon helicopters from Norfolk-based Helicopter Mine Countermea- cause both the Air Force and the Navy were instrumental in the original sures Squadron 14. blitz build, as well as volunteering on a regular basis throughout the The Mine Warfare Association conference convened at the Marriott construction process. Bay Point Resort May 7-10, co-sponsored by the Naval Mine and An- The Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City hosted the Autono- tisubmarine Warfare Command and the Naval Surface Warfare Center mous Underwater Vehicle Performance Demonstration, or AUV Fest, Panama City. Speakers from the military and industry added insight June 4-16, 2007. The AUV Fest featured developing capabilities of into development, advances and the overall status of mine warfare to unmanned vehicles by the operational Navy, research community, and open new avenues of research and development for mine countermea- industry. The Offi ce of Naval Research sponsors the AUV Fest about sures. every 18 months, this being the fi rst one held in Panama City. AUV The Center for Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Diving held its change Fest 2007 was the largest ever, attracting more than 400 participants, of command ceremony May 18 when Capt. Gary Windhorst was re- including 80 Fleet representatives and teams from government, indus- lieved by Capt. Randall Getman. Capt. Getman’s last assignment was try, academia, and foreign military personnel from Australia, Canada Director of Navy EOD Fleet Liaison Unit in Indian Head, MD. Capt. and New Zealand. Windhorst’ next assignment is Commander, Task Force 56, supporting The Navy Experimental Diving Unit and the Naval Diving and Sal- EOD Forces in the Middle East. Headquartered in Panama City, the vage Training Center were featured recently on an episode of the His- CEODD encompasses the Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center tory Channel’s Modern Marvels titled “Deep Sea Salvage” fi rst airing here, Naval School, Explosive Ordnance Disposal at Eglin AFB, and early in May and will likely be rebroadcast in the near future—check training sites in Hawaii and Great Lakes, IL. The enterprise has an an- your local listings! nual through-put of approximately 3800 students from all four services, the U.S. Coast Guard, and Allied Nations. v v v

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447362-TheCircuit7362-TheCircuit 07-07.indd07-07.indd 2727 66/27/07/27/07 11:02:0011:02:00 PMPM GRAND OPENINGS and Re-Openings, Groundbreakings & Beautiﬁ cations

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Irene & Co., 4/18 Resort Ready Rooms, 4/18

Gulf Coast Dermatology, 4/19 Joeys Java Juice, 4/25 Moore Bass Consulting, 4/26

Cabana West Apartments, 5/3 Beachside Resorts Realty, 5/8 HD Supply, 5/10

Prudential Shimmering Sands, 5/16 The Fish Box, 5/22 Color Wheel Paints, 5/23

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447362-TheCircuit7362-TheCircuit 07-07.indd07-07.indd 2828 66/27/07/27/07 11:02:0311:02:03 PMPM MEMBER NEWS Continued from Page 16 and authentic eateries for owners and guests to enjoy. Additional outdoor living amenities include a private beach club, fully-equipped summer kitchens and outdoor living rooms with fi replaces and event lawns. Please visit the Discovery Center, Eventide’s showplace and Coach Bobby Bowden with Lisa Powell, information outlet for the local Director of Marketing and Business community and future homeowners, Development with the Hombre. located at 22606 Panama City Beach course, according to Golf Magazine. On June Parkway, or contact (866) 617-7619 There’s plenty to do at the Carillon Beach Resort & Spa 25th Coach Bowden and sons Jeff, Tommy or www.eventidefl orida.com. collection of shops, boutiques and restaurants, and Steve played 36 holes on Hombre’s “The including the all-new Waterside Cafe. Good, The Bad & The Ugly.” Carillon Beach Resort & Early in 2008, the resort will welcome the Spa is Open For Business Chamber Thanks Our Carillon Beach, an upscale resort community opening of a 7,500 square foot spa and fi tness center, providing residents and guests on the Florida Welcome Centers located on the west end of Panama City Beach, Every year thousands of Florida visitors and west end of Panama City Beach with a luxurious is completing its $56 million renovation. In vacationers pass through the state’s four major spa experience in their backyard. mid-July Carillon is celebrating the grand Welcome Centers. The operators at these opening of its newest addition, the Carillon Resort guests and residents alike are invited to Centers meet and greet visitors tirelessly from Beach Resort and Spa, a luxurious all-suite come to the Carillon Village Green Monday morning until evening, answering their questions, hotel / condominium combination. nights, when Carillon Beach hosts “Groovin’ suggesting destinations and outings, and giving The Carillon Beach Inn features 70 one-, two- on the Green,” a concert series which is open out Vacation Planners. On May 25th the Beaches and 3-bedroom hotel suites elegantly appointed to the public now through August. For more Chamber sent two members of the team, Skip with fully-equipped kitchens, stainless steel information call (850) 230- 4809 or visit www. Alford and Tom Mixon in Membership Services, appliances and granite countertops. The end- carillonbeachresort.com. to deliver gift baskets to the operators and unit hotel suites feature romantic fi replaces in the personally thank them for all the work they do in living area, and outdoor hot tubs. Next door to Bobby Bowden Frequents helping promote Panama City Beach. the Inn are the Sunrise/Sunset Condominiums, the Hombre 24 three-bedroom condominium units Hombre Golf Club here in Panama City Beach Leads Groups featuring 12-foot ceilings, granite countertops, is FSU Coach Bobby Bowden’s favorite golf The Chamber’s two Leads Groups meet twice a crown moldings and more. All month to share business leads and accommodations look out on information. We strive to keep our beautiful Lake Carillon, and the group industry specifi c, and allow higher fl oor units have views of one of any profession to avoid con- the Gulf of Mexico. fl ict. We invite anybody interested in furthering their careers or busi- There’s plenty to do at the Carillon ness to join us: Beach Resort & Spa! Guests are welcome to recline poolside at our LEADS GROUP A meets at the new 20,000 s.f. resort swimming Boatyard, 5323 North Lagoon pool (opening in August, one Dr., every 2nd & 4th Wednes- of three community swimming day of the month at 12:00 Noon. pools), take a short walk or a Erven Sewell (850) 784-0032 or es- complimentary resort shuttle to [email protected]. the beach, or go fi shing on Lake LEADS GROUP B meets at Carillon. They can also explore the Boatyard every 1st and 3rd Carillon’s town center, a New Florida’s four major Welcome Centers (clockwise from upper left): I-95 near Wednesday of the month at 12:00 Orleans-style market area and Jacksonville; I-75 near Lake City; Hwy. 231 at the FL-AL State Line; and I-10 Noon. Jared Jones (850) 303-1989 village community fi lled with a near Pensacola. or [email protected]. The Circuit July/August 2007 29

447362-TheCircuit7362-TheCircuit 07-07.indd07-07.indd 2929 66/27/07/27/07 11:02:3811:02:38 PMPM MEMBERSHIP REPORT AMBASSADORS Tom Mixon & Skip Alford Skip Stoltz, Member Services Ambassador Chairman

ven though summer time started with a period of rather dry weather, nother great couple of months here there is always a reason to celebrate here at The Greater Panama in paradise: Panama City Beach. The ECity Beach Chamber of Commerce. I’m sure you’ll be delighted to AGreater Panama City Beaches Chamber of know that your Chamber membership now stands at 1,014 strong! Commerce Ambassador team has a lot going on with all the new businesses coming in at Pier Park—and all over the beach. We continue to be out as As fellow members, each one of you should take time to consider that YOU a shining light for the Chamber and all its great members, now over 1,000 are making it happen when it comes community growth and development. strong, and we encourage you to get involved for your business. A Chamber of Commerce is only as strong as the vision of its leaders and the support of its members. And speaking of member support, one We would like to give special thanks to our meeting sponsors for May: of our most faithful Ambassadors, Ms. Angela Evans of Innovations Fred Bredehorst at the Wingate Hotel, and in June: Rick Ackerman at the Federal Credit Union, is leaving us to relocate with her husband Heath to Betsy Ann River Boat. Birmingham, Alabama. Her service as an Ambassador and as an active member of this Chamber has been what is most assuredly and exciting future, stay exceptional. We wish her and her husband great active and take advantage of every business success in their new journey. opportunity available through your Greater For those of us that remain here to usher in Panama City Beaches Chamber of Commerce.

Gift Basket Designs - 1 Surfside Middle School - 3 Wells Fargo Home Mortgage - 6 New Members Gulf Coast Dermatology - 1 Uncle Ernie’s Bayfront Grill - 3 Bay Arts Alliance - 7 AdVisions Heyman, Charles - 1 Al.com. LLC - 4 BB&T - 7 Bay Wallcovering Etc Homes & Land of Panama City & Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC - 4 Capt. Jack’s Family Buffet - 7 Borderline Graphics, LLC Beaches - 1 Essentials Salon & Boutique - 4 Emerald Coast Bingo, Inc. - 7 Brite Beginnings Mimi’s Shoo LaLa - 1 Harrison, Rivard, Zimmerman & Home Instead Senior Care - 7 C Technology, Inc. Phelps, Jimmy - 1 Bennett Chartered - 4 Hospice of the Emerald Coast - 7 C.W. Roberts Contracting, Inc. Sunglass World of NW Florida, Inc. - 1 Labor Ready Worldwide - 4 Marriott Bay Point Resor - 7 Captain Butch Charters The Coffee Bean Queens, Inc. - 1 Legacy By The Sea Resorts - 4 St. Andrews State Park/Fl. Dept Cellular Sales Two Sisters Custom Boutique - 1 Luxury Limousines of Em. Coast - 4 Environmental Protection - 7 Disaster Response Team (DRT) Wilson. Stephen - 1 McConnaughhay, Duffy, Coonrod, Sterling Companies, LLC - 7 Emerald Coast Glass Protection Arlyle Realty & Appraisal Services - 2 Pope & Weaver, P.A - .4 Better Business Bureau of NW FL - 8 Envy Bark Avenue Pet Salon - 2 Panama City Beach Weddings - 4 Compass Marketing, Inc. - 8 Faith Christian Family Church Condo Owner Magazine - 2 Prestige Resort Properties, LLC - 4 Gulf Beach Baptist Church - 8 Fish Box Bar & Grill G & W Home Inspections, Inc. - 2 Sunnyside Beach & Tennis Resort - 4 Beachcomber By The Sea - 9 Floridadelphia Cheesesteak & Gwen Scott - 2 Brown Fire Protection - 5 Panama City Bch. Convention & Hoagie Factory Humane Society of Bay County - 2 C Dennis Evans Architect - 5 Visitors Bureau - 9 HD Supply – Plumbing Panhandle Helicopter, LLC - 2 Carpet One of the Gulf Coast - 5 Burke, Blue, Hutchison & Walters - 10 Hearts of Hope International, Inc. Penguin Parlor - 2 Diver’s Den - 5 Commodore Condominiums - 10 Int’l Legal Employment Agency, Inc. Saltwater Lawn and Landscaping - 2 Magnum Capital - 5 Emerald Coast RV Beach Resort - 10 Lake Merial, Inc. SunTrust Mortgage - 2 Merrimac Resort Condo - 5 Moonspinner Condominiums - 10 Liquid Floors The Associates Architects - 2 Mortensen, Keith - 5 The News Herald - 10 Mellow Mushroom The Museum of Man in the Sea - 2 The Optimist Club of the Beaches - 5 Plumb Better, Inc. - 10 nexAir LLC Waterstone Resorts & Vacation Pelican Real Estate - 5 Print Services, Inc. - 10 Panera Bread Homes - 2 Steven W. Cox, CLU, LUTCF - 5 Sussex-Bay Foundation - 10 Playa Del Sol Beach Rentals Bank of America Mortgage - 3 Stroud, Thomas - 5 Berg Steel Pipe Corp. - 11 Remax Real Estate Center BellSouth - 3 The Original J. Michael’s Clear Channel Radio - 11 Renegade Sports Center Benton Village - 3 Restaurant - 5 Coastal Appraisal Services, Inc. - 11 Seclusion Bay Betsy Ann Riverboat Tours - 3 WilsonMiller, Inc. - 5 Coldwell Banker Resort Southern Theatres, LLC Carlton S. Schwartz, DDS, PA - 3 1st Awards & Engraving, Inc. - 6 Management - 11 Wine World CK’s Secrets, Inc. - 3 ACE America’s Cash Express - 6 Hutt Insurance Agency, Inc. - 11 Coastal Property Services, Inc. - 3 Brown & Brown Insurance - 6 Ms. Newby’s Liquors - 11 Renewals Coastal Weddings - 3 Capt. Tom Corley & Son Marine Prism Ticket Advertising, Inc. - 11 DP Enterprises - 3 Surveyors, Inc - .6 Days Inn Beach - 12 ABATE of Florida, Inc. White Sands Emerald Waste Services - 3 Edgewater Beach Golf Villa - 6 Brian D. Hess - 12 Chapter PCB -1 GE Modular Space - 3 Harbour Green Apartments - 6 Holiday Inn Sunspree Resort - 12 Barks & Bubbles - 1 Hatch Mott MacDonald - 3 Junior Museum of Bay County - 6 Magic Broadcasting, LLC - 12 Coldwell Banker, Prestige and Investors Advantage Real Estate - 3 Sonnys Real Pit Bar B Q/Coastal Mariner West Owner’s Association -12 Home Real Estate - 1 Navy Federal Credit Union - 3 Southern - 6 Paradise Found Resort - 12 Dr. Myra Reed - 1 Oce’ Imagistics, Inc. - 3 Venture Out of Panama City Beach-6 Princess Condo Rental, Inc. - 12 Flamingo Beach Laundry - 1

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Summer Breeze Motel - 12 Treasure Island Marina, Inc. - 16 Early Education and Care, Inc. - 13 Animal Hospital of PCB - 17 Leitz Ofﬁ ce Products - 13 Beach Mosquito Control District - 17 Bay County Land & Abstract Co. - 14 Capt. Anderson’s Marina - 17 Beachbreak By The Sea - 14 Commodore Condominiums - 17 Coldwell Banker-Carroll Realty - 14 Deltacom, Inc. - 17 Cox Pools - 14 Edgewater Beach Resort - 17 Express Lane, Inc. - 14 Getaway to the Gulf Vacations - 17 First National Bank of NW Florida - 14 Gulf Power Company - 17 Half Hitch Tackle Co. - 14 Montego Bay Seafood/ CET Harrison, Sale, McCloy And Management, Inc. - 17 Thompson, Chartered - 14 Stephen Myers, D.M.D., PA - 17 Holiday Golf & Racquet Club - 14 Osprey Motel - 17 KLW Enterprises, Inc. - 14 Pirate’s Island Adventure Golf - 17 Landmark General Contractors - 14 Schooner’s - 17 Royal American - 14 United Way of Northwest Florida-17 Sandpiper Beacon Beach Resort - 14 Fisher-Brown, Inc. - 18 Seltzer Management Group - 14 Gulf Highlands Beach Resort HOA-18 Stephens & Associates - 14 Wendy’s - 18 The Treasure Ship, Inc. - 14 WJHG TV Channel 7 - 18 Tipton, Marler, Garner & Chastain-14 Coconut Creek Mini Golf - 19 The Write Place - 14 Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 19 Billy’s Oyster Bar, Inc. - 15 Aquatic Realty, Inc. - 20 Century 21 Ryan Realty - 15 Bay Bank And Trust - 20 Cook - Whitehead Ford - 15 Bikini Beach Motel - 20 Frank McKeithen, Bay Co. Sheriff - 15 Capt. Anderson’s Restaurant & Goldring Gulf Distributing - 15 Water Front Market - 20 Gulf Glo Banners - 15 Chateau Motel - 20 Poole, Eloise - 15 Continental Condominiums - 20 Sea Dragon Pirate Cruise - 15 Dana’s Lock Service - 20 Tommy Thomas Chevrolet - 15 Edgewater Beach Realty, Inc. - 20 WPGX TV Fox 28 - 15 Peoples First Community Bank - 20 Ace Home Helpers - 16 Pineapple Willy’s - 20 City of Panama City Beach - 16 Summerhouse Condominiums - 20 Hooter’s/Gulf Coast Wings, Inc. - 16 TECO/Peoples Gas - 20

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447362-TheCircuit7362-TheCircuit 07-07.indd07-07.indd 3131 66/27/07/27/07 11:02:5511:02:55 PMPM From sunrise to sunset, The Summerhouse offers the very best Panama City Beach has to offer in two bedroom/two bath condominiums located directly on the sugary white sands of the Gulf of Mexico. The Summerhouse features two large beachside pools, hot tub, kiddie pool, gazebo, tennis courts, racquetball, shuffleboard and game room. Fully equipped kitchens including washers/dryers and private patios/balconies with views of the gulf are standard features of all units. Located on Thomas Drive,The Summerhouse is just minutes away from golf, fishing, scuba diving, attractions, shopping and 6505 Thomas Drive • Panama City Beach, FL 32408 Phone: (850) 234-1112 • Fax: (850) 230-8236 dining. We invite you to make The Summerhouse your Toll Free Reservations: (800) 354-1112 “home away from home.”

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Julie Gordon, Film Commissioner ment, VH1, The History Channel, UK’s Animal Planet, and Court TV have spent many days, The Film Industry continues to make huge and dollars, in Bay County. strides in Florida’s economic impact. The House and Senate voted to appropriate $75 And let’s also give a hand for HGTV for their million in incentives for fi lmmakers over the variety of shows fi lmed in Panhandle homes, next three years. In 2006, 10.3 million dollars from Pensacola to St. George’s Island. At was allocated, and completely diminished the this time, two features are checking into pos- fi rst 9 days of the fi scal year. This means that sibilities of fi lming their projects here, so this fi lmmakers are still dedicated to Florida, and is where YOU come in. Please update your are looking for reasons to fi lm in this State. resumes and contact info and forward to the Sharon & Gregory Yordon Film Commission at fl oridafi lmoffi ce@knol- Panama City Beach and the surrounding area Nationally Board Certified ogy.net ASAP. Crew and talent info is needed in Hearing Instrument Sciences is buzzing with television business and has to confi rm our capability of being able to sup- been working overtime during the fi rst six port projects that are presented to this offi ce. months of 2007. Productions by the networks It’s important for the production managers to A Difference and cable stations have all been requesting lo- get in touch with you as soon as they request Worth Hearing About! cations, crew and services. Two reality shows information, so send your updates today. fi lmed for three consecutive weeks, and one reality show shot for four weeks. E! Entertain- See you in the movies! BELTONE, A Leader in Hearing Aid Technology FREE Hearing Evaluations. Consistent care, almost anywhere Art & Culture with Beltone’s largest network of hearing care centers in the nation. Goldsmith Designer Jewelry Repairs and service on almost all e live in a cookie cutter society, in prised at how enjoyable and refreshing it can makes and models. which someone sets the fashion be to design your very own piece of jewelry. Belcare, the most competitive follow- Wand everyone runs to imitate it. Something no one else will have -- a beauti- up care program of its kind. Before you know it, everyone is wearing the ful gem that will command people’s attention We also have assistive listening same clothes, eating the same food, driving and compliment your personal beauty. Be- devices, hearing aid accessories and the same car and wearing lieve me, there really fresh batteries. the same jewelry. Indi- is nothing else like it. Financing available (with app. credit) viduality, which was once I’ve been doing this cherished and sought for 30 years, and I after, has been pushed can’t imagine ever do- aside and replaced by ing anything else. mass produced, fashion The process is quite defi cient looks. simple...just bring in David Adamson and Mi- any jewelry pieces you chael Gose, Master Designers at Goldsmith may have that you no longer wear because Designer Jewelry, are breaking that mold. it’s either broken, worn out, or just plain out We believe that jewelry is a statement of dated. Bring in any gemstones you would ones personality, and should refl ect who we like to use, or, if you have none, just bring in New Beach Location are, not who someone tells us we should be. your ideas or desire to have a new piece of Every Tuesday morning through the Summer The designs created here are not determined jewelry. Add good conversation and a nice by the latest trends, but rather, by listening glass of wine and next thing you know you’ll in Bay Medical at the Beach, to you, the individual; sitting down with you be wondering why you didn’t do this a long 11111 Panama City Beach Pkwy. and learning who you are. Only then, will time ago. Vivid imaginations are welcome... the fi nal design refl ect you and your likes even encouraged! Call (850) 763-0801 or and dislikes, your serious side and your crazy (877) 608-4327 for appointment Goldsmith Designer Jewelry is located at side, your fun side. Our jewelry IS you! 1812 S. Hwy 77, Suite 114 in Lynn Haven. 2633 Highway 77, Suite A So come in, sit down with us and let’s get to Call (850) 271-1444 for more information, or Panama City know each other. You’ll be pleasantly sur- visit www.damiko.com. The Circuit July/August 2007 33

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447362-TheCircuit7362-TheCircuit 007-07.indd7-07.indd 3344 66/29/07/29/07 1:01:161:01:16 PMPM MEMBER NEWS Continued from Page 29 • $938,766 – Additional funding for Hills Rd. widening. City Approves DRI Development Order for The Local road funding includes: Towne of Seahaven • $1,735,502 – Funding for Hills Rd. improvements. The Towne of Seahaven, a planned 52-acre pedestrian- At full build-out, the development will include 2,952 friendly beachside village in Panama City Beach, is residential units, 1,000 hotel units, 118,000 square feet moving ahead as it recently reached a new milestone. of retail and service space, 24,000 square feet of offi ce 1 After four years of planning and over a year of review space, 15,000 square feet of development services, and by permitting agencies, the Panama City Beach 60,000 square feet of conference space. City Council approved The Towne of Seahaven The Towne of Seahaven intends to offer the best of Development of Regional Impact (DRI) Development both worlds, with 1,400 feet of a spectacular beach Order. Due to the size of the nearly 4,000-unit frontage and a full compliment of village amenities. community, The Towne of Seahaven falls under a Once completed, the community will offer a variety of development of regional impact review process that residential opportunities, specialty retailers, restaurants, requires an intensive review by various state and local nightlife, spa, offi ce and hotels built around the 2 agencies before work can proceed on the construction naturally existing wetlands and beach front that frame of commercial and residential units. the property. Over the last 18 months, there have been numerous For more information please call (850) 636-6550 or meetings between the Developer, City Staff, Florida visit www.towneofseahaven.com. Department of Transportation, and other agencies to work out a fi nal development order for mitigating 15th Annual Business Expo transportation and other impacts. The transportation Winners conditions obligated the developer to fund improvements With a theme like “Panama City Beach Creates on several Panama City Beach roads including US Superheroes!” you can be assured the costumes and 3 Highway 98 and Hills Road. Prior to build-out, The decor will be plentiful. Such was the case at the 15th Towne of Seahaven will fund transportation and utility Annual Business Expo, held on April 24th at the improvements totaling approximately $9,675,000. Boardwalk Beach Resort. The Jr. ROTC Drill Team Specifi cally, The Towne of Seahaven is obligated to of Arnold High School performed halfway through the fund state and local road improvements. State road four-hour event, followed by the American Martial Arts funding consists of: Team. This year’s Expo was presented by Knology and • $3,000,000 – Design and construction of six-laning sponsored by Boardwalk Beach Resort, Peoples First and signalization of the intersections of US Hwy. 98 Community Bank, Coastal Communications, Lamar 4 - Hills Rd. and US Hwy. 98 - Clara Ave. Advertising, the Workforce Center and Kilgore’s • $2,000,000 – Funding of a Preliminary Engineering Karpet & Ceramic Tile. Best Costumes went to and Environment (PD&E) study of US Hwy. 98 Lamar Advertising (1) and Magic Broadcasting (2); (Panama City Beach Pkwy.) from State Rd. 79 to Most Unique went to By The Sea Resorts (3); Best Thomas Dr. Overall went to Royal American Hospitality (4); and • $1,000,000 – Funding of Intelligent Transportation Best Booth went to Fox 28 (5) and By The Bay (6). Systems (ITS) improvements for US Hwy. 98 corridor between Phillips Inlet Bridge to Thomas Dr. Flyover Members Are Saying 5 to include fi ber optic system, movable message signs, Lynn Webb, Seabreeze Winery and signal coordination. “Before I opened the doors at SeaBreeze Winery in July 2003 the Beaches Chamber was there to assist any way they could. From that time until now, four years later, the Chamber still makes contact with me on a regular basis to address any needs that I may have or just to say hello. They are and have always been a valuable resource for me, whether I have a comment or question someone at the Beaches Chamber is always there to take care of me.” v v v 6 The Circuit July/August 2007 35

447362-TheCircuit7362-TheCircuit 07-07.indd07-07.indd 3535 66/27/07/27/07 11:06:5311:06:53 PMPM Health & Wellness The New Neighborhood Playground enegade Sports Center is a 60,000 square foot facility providing basketball, volleyball, and more. Our youth NBA Basketball Leagues a multitude of indoor fi tness and recreation activities for Bay and NFL Flag Football Leagues are extremely successful and fun for RCounty’s youth, adults and families. Our Mission is to provide a the whole family. safe, fun and clean environment where the entire family can participate There is an opportunity for daily drop-in sessions where kids can get in in various recreational and entertainment pursuits. the game – whether our Sports Hosts are facilitating dodgeball, soccer, Our facility includes two indoor state-of-the-art Turf fi elds that house fl ag football, wiffl e ball, kick ball, basketball, volleyball, or whether fl ag football, soccer, and other relay and team building challenges. Our they want to spend the day skateboarding in our skatepark. In addition, two indoor basketball courts offer a playing surface for both basketball Renegade is an excellent venue to host company picnics, church events, and volleyball. Renegade also has a full fi tness center and a skate park, lock-ins and more! as well as, a full café. Whatever the need, we are here to serve our community. It is an honor Renegade offers year-round skill-building clinics, camps and recreation- to be Bay County’s “New Neighborhood Playground.” al leagues for youth and adults in indoor soccer, fl ag football, baseball,

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447362-TheCircuit7362-TheCircuit 07-07.indd07-07.indd 3737 66/27/07/27/07 11:07:0911:07:09 PMPM MEMBER NEWS The Perfect Wedding Guide Seaside Beach Weddings The Perfect Wedding Guide of the Florida Pan- Seaside Beach Weddings has been in business handle is proud to announce the addition of Di- since 2003. April Moran, owner/coordinator, is ane Chudoba as a full time account executive. a life long resident of Bay County, living briefl y As a very active and providing weddings in member in The The wedding industry in Jacksonville for fi ve years Greater Panama the Florida Panhandle is before managing to fi nd her City Beaches way back home to the best Chamber, Diane estimated at $334 million beaches in Florida. is well known dollars per year, and $55 Seaside Beach Weddings sets and respected in million in Bay County. up and coordinates beach the community Based on county marriage license statistics and weddings for bridal couples and brings great national spending averages. visiting our beaches from all enthusiasm and over the United States. With different packages excitement to The Perfect Wedding Guide. to chose from, we can help our couples decide In this capacity Diane will be able to provide on what best suits their budget, providing the clients with better service as well as actively seek new Beach weddings are very popular advertisers wishing to gain now. Chances are if a couple their share of the $334 million dollar wedding industry comes to Panama City Beach to get right here in the Florida Pan- married, they will come back year handle. Additionally, she will re-establish The Professional after year for vacations, bringing Wedding Guide for network- family and friends to experience With Panama City Beach’s gorgeous sunsets and ing as well as making The beautiful white sand beaches you cannot fi nd a Perfect Wedding Guide’s what our area has to offer. prettier spot in Florida to have a beach wedding. Bridal Shows the premier shows fl owers, the offi ciant, “Danny was a 17 year old senior at Rutherford in the region. the decorations, the High School when he died tragically in an This guide is the perfect place to photographs–just about automobile accident on November 28, 1999. reach young brides and grooms everything you would He loved fi shing and swimming, and was who now have to think and shop need for a beach wedding. a lifeguard at Shipwreck Island Waterpark. like adults in need of housing, If there is a service we During his senior year at Rutherford, he was banking, home furnishings, insur- don’t provide, we can a member of the fi lm crew for the football ance, healthcare, etc. Not to men- certainly fi nd someone team. Danny attended every practice and game, tion their out of town guests who who can! fi lming the Rutherford football team as they also need guest accommodations, made their way toward the State Championship. meals, and gifts. The reach of The Comcast and He was extremely proud to be a part of the team Perfect Wedding Guide is limited Fox Sports and all the excitement. Danny will always be only to one’s own imagination Net Present remembered most for his wonderful smile and and interest in reaching thousands Scholarship kind and loving nature. He was a friend to all, of young couples in need of their On June 18th Comcast and would do anything he could to help anyone goods and services. Panama City presented in need,” says Joanne Minkey Crouch, Danny’s mother, and also a Comcast employee. The Perfect Wedding Guide is a national fran- the Daniel S. Minkey Memorial Scholarship in chise with individual geographical territories. the amount of $1,000 to Lindsey West, a 2007 In honor of Danny, Comcast teamed up with Published in the Florida Panhandle three times graduate of Arnold High School. Fox Sports Net to fund a scholarship to be a year, it also provides brides with local infor- Lindsey was awarded the scholarship based awarded in his name each year. On hand for mation through its website and online leads pro- on her outstanding academic and community the presentation were Comcast representatives gram. For more information contact Publisher achievements. She is a student athlete, a math Joanne Minkey Crouch, Cil Schnitker and Dave Johnson at (850) 249-7941, Diane Chu- tutor and a volunteer in the community. Lindsey Sonya Henderson; Dr. John Haley, principal of doba at (850) 774-1230, or visit www.perfect- plans to attend the University of Florida in Arnold High School; Tony St. Amant of Bay weddingguide.com. August to study Physical Therapy. District Schools; Lindsey West and her family. 38 The Circuit July/August 2007

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