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1996 Winter Tide ViewsVolume 4 No.1 BeeJay Retiring After ten years of serving this com- munity in animal care and control, 1 am retiring at the age of 65 to take a rest, play a little tennis, and get my affairs in order and start some sort of animal business on a part-time basis. At this time I would like to thank all the citizens of Atlantic Beach, especially the pet owners, for all their help and patience with the animal problems en- countered over the years. I really do appreciate all your under- standing, compassion and support. The job of animal control officer is not an easy one as you well know, however, I hope I have made a difference with the pet own- ers who have been negligent or abusive in the ownership of their dogs and cats. Hopefully, I can continue to rescue snakes and large birds in distress or dan- ger on a volunteer basis. Also, I will continue to try to assist dogs that are lost and in the highways as I have always done prior to being an animal control officer. Again, my sincere thanks for your cooperation these past ten years. BeeJay Lester -- Winter 1996 Dear Friends, I often muse over the metaphor "city father" when I am sitting on the dais in front of a room full of constituents. Although this figurative term is used commonly in reference to the leaders of cities, I must say that as I face a group of disgruntled citizens, I feel more like one of those ducks in a shooting gallery than I do anyone's father. You just never know when some venomous verbal sharpshooter is going to hit you right between the eyes. However, from a citizen's perspective, I know how emotions run deep when one has to plead for a very personal issue in front of those "city fathers" who have the ultimate decision. And just like dear old Dad's ultimatums, the decision is not always the one you want to hear. The process of public debate is something which I, personally, hold in very high esteem. Not only is public debate essential for a democracy to work, it is also important for the individual citizen who needs to feel that he has been heard, that she has had her say. Civil public debate is also very informative. When kept on an intellectual level a great deal can be learned and new ideas can spring forth. Some citizens feel that the commissioners have already made their decision on an issue before the public debate is held. This is not necessarily true. It is true, however, that we are provided with a great deal of information on the issue which we are required to study. Most of us come to the meeting prepared and well informed on the facts of the issue. The public is at a disadvantage here because they usually are not equipped with all the facts necessary to make a well informed decision. What the public does contribute is good practical information on the issue. Some things look great on paper but will they really work? Some things solve one problem but create another. The public debate helps to bring out these potential problems and thus, contributes to a better solution. There have been times when good public debate has greatly influenced my decision on an issue. continued on page 2 Tide -Views P.O. Box 331542 Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 Bulk Rate U.S. Postage PAID Jacksonville, FL Permit No. 1645 Letter from Mayor Fletcher...... cont. from page I In Atlantic Beach, we are well known for our exuberant public debate and are sometimes chided for our overindulgence in the long-winded. I say, 'tis better to err on the side of loquacity than to stifle the public forum.' Talk away, but be civil and respectful. In the years that I have had the privilege to conduct the public forum in our community, I have also had to fortify my sensitivity to negative verbal assault. I admit it. I'm a sensitive guy. I have been known to shed tears at Disney movies! So there were times in earlier days when I came home severely wounded by the verbal swords of the discontented masses. Now I have learned to listen well to those who come forth with good intellect and speak from the heart for the community and not against anyone. Luckily, there are many of these citizens in Atlantic Beach. There are also citizens who occasionally will call to compliment me on a well run meeting, or who thank me for speaking on behalf of their concerns. The Commission recently received a letter from the citizens on Magnolia Street thanking us for expeditiously and successfully solving their flooding problems. I am indeed grateful for these kind acknowledgments. They make it all worth the effort. So, upon reflection, I guess the term "city father" is a pretty good analogy. It's about putting the needs of the family, in this case the community family, over the needs of the individual. There will be times when some family members must sacrifice in order that others benefit. Tt's ahont rlenvina "wants" so that "needs" can be met. It's about making rules, setting standards, and making decisions that sometimes lose favor but always gain respect. And like a parent, it's feeling enormous pride in our city and what we all have accomplished as a community working together. Hope to see you on New Year's Eve at the First Annual First Night Celebration. Let's bring in the new year together, Atlantic Beach style! And unlike what your real dad might say, stay out as long as you like! Very truly yours, Lyman T. Fletcher The City Commission recently passed an ordi- nance which provides for the City to accept voluntary contributions for assisting those in need who can't pay their water bills. Our new assistance program is called Atlantic Beach Cares. Our assistance program is pat- terned after the JEA's Neighbor to Neighbor Program. The money donated each month will be given to Catholic Charities, a social service agency. Catholic Charities administers JEA's and the Clay Water Utility's assistance programs. The total amount collected will be used to assist those in need in our community in paying their water bills. None of the donations will be spent on administration. The success orfailure of the program rests with us the citizens of Atlantic Beach. Please contribute a little extra to your water bill each month to help your neighbor. MAYOR — Lyman T. Fletcher COMMISSIONERS — John Meserve, Tim Reed, Steven Rosenbloom, Suzanne Shaughnessy CITY ATTORNEY — Alan C. Jensen CITY MANAGER — Jim Jarboe CITY CLERK — Maureen King The City Commission meets in City Hall at 7:15pm on the second and fourth Monday of each month. BOARD MEMBERS CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD - Heywood Dowling, Jr., Kathleen Russell, Richard Mann, Edward Martin, Lou Etta Waters, Theo K. Mitchelson, Ken Rogosheske (Meets lst Tuesday every two months) COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BOARD - Don Wolfson, Mary Walker, Leonard H. "Buzzy" Grunthal, Robert Frohwein, Mark McGowan, Patricia Pillmore, Sharette Simpkins (Meets 3rd Tuesday of each month) PENSION BOARD OF TRUSTEES - John C. Fletcher, Jr., Don Ford, Jared I. Smith, Chip Tousey, Stuart K. Hicks, Jr. TREE CONSERVATION BOARD - Rick Beaver, Richard Bell, Judy Jacobson, Mae Jones, Hope VanNortwick (Meets 1st & 3rd Mon. of each month) RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD - Mark Beckenbach, Scott Debuty, Barbara Hopson, Edward Waters, Patricia Goelz, Patricia Bell, Dezmond Waters(Meets 3rd Wednesday of each month) CULTURAL ARTS BOARD - Nancy DeCandis, Rosemary Fletcher, Lavinia Kubiak, Dan McKinnon, Cecile Purcell, and Karen Summers FREQUENTLY CALLER NUMBERS Atlantic Beach Elementary School 247-5924 Beaches Chamber of Commerce 249-3868 Bus Schedule Information 630-3100 Councilman Dick Brown (Council District 3) 630-1386 Dial -A -Ride 246-1477 Driver's License Bureau (For Appt.) 270-2512 Fletcher Middle School 247-5929 Fletcher Sr. High School 247-5905 Mayport Middle School 247-5977 Public Library (Beaches Branch) 241-1141 Rep. Joe Arnall (State House District 19) 249-1990 Supervisor of Elections 630-1410 Tax Collector (Auto Tags) 246-7407 State of Florida Information 359-6000 IMPORTANT NUMBERS Purchasing Animal Control 247-5866 Building Department 247-5826 City Clerk 247-5810 City Hall (Central Switchboard) 247-5800 City Manager 247-5800 Finance Director 247-5800 Garbage & Trash Collection 247-5834 J.E.A. (Street Lights) 632-0300 Parks & Recreation Department 247-5828 Police & Fire Emergencies 911 Fire Department Non -Emergencies 247-5869 Police Records 247-5863 Police Dispatch 247-5859 Property Appraisers Office 630-2011 Public Works 247-5834 Purchasing 247-5818 Recycle Hotline 247-5834 Tax Collectors' Office 630-2000 Utility Billing/New Connections 247-5816 Water/Sewer Problems 247-5834 JOHANSEN PARK LAKE The City Commission based its decision concerning Johansen Park on what was best for the City as a whole. In making the decision, the Commission used the best engineering and factual information available. Now that the decision has been made the Commission is committed to making Johansen Park a real park for the benefit of all Atlantic Beach's Citizens. Benefits: 1. Flood Relief - Relieves flooding of a 10+ block area of the City. 2. Storm Water Permit - To do the citywide drainage plan for flood relief, the City must secure a permit from the Water Management District. The Lake will greatly assist in acquiring the needed permit for citywide flood relief. 3. A Real Park - Will make the Park into a "real park" for public use. The park will be changed from the existing mucky, swampy area with little public use, to a lake park with walking paths, benches, and other park amenities. In addition, the lake will be stocked with fish aerated and landscaped. 4. Trees - While a number of Palm trees will be taken down, roost hardwood trees will be protected. In addition, additional hardwood trees will be added. Many of the existing Palm trees are old and near the end of their life span. The new hardwood trees will encourage additional bird life. The City will live into the requirements of the Tree Ordinance. 5. Safe - Mosquitoes, rats, and snakes, which are now in the park, will be greatly reduced. 6. Penalty Protection - Moving ahead with the project as soon as possible protects the City from facing large penalties from the Florida Department of Enviromental Protection if delays occur. Disadvantages: 1. Trees - A large number of old Palm trees nearing the end of their life span will be taken down (The City willrp ovide extensive landscaping and comply with the Tree Preservation Ordinance by protecting and adding hardwood trees). 2. Safety - Any body of water can be unsafe. The proposed lake will be on a 1 to 4 grade. That means for every 4 feet one would walk on the lake bank, the lake would descend one foot. This lake will be similar and as safe as lakes at Jarboe Park in Neptune Beach, Huguenot Park in Jacksonville Beach Kensington in Jacksonville and Oceanwalk and Linkside in Atlantic Beach, but it will have more park amenities and it will be open to the public. With regard to liability concerns, the proposed lake will be less of a concern than the two miles of the City's oceanfront, many existing lakes, deep ditches, and the Selva Lagoon. 3. Outsiders - Yes, the new park -like atmosphere will bring people from outside the immediate neighborhood. However, once the new lake and park amenities are completed all Atlantic Beach Citizens will be able to enjoy the City Taxes ® What do you get for your money Property Tax Many homeowners assume that most of their property tax payment is going to the City of Atlantic Beach. Actually, that is not so. Most property tax payments go to the County Govern- ment. A $75,000 home in Atlantic Beach pays about $1100 in property tax. Atlantic Beach's portion of the $1100 is $149 or $12.46 per month. The big question is what do you as an Atlantic Beach homeowner receive for $12.46 per month? The answer to that question is that you receive: - Police Emergency Service in 90 seconds - Fire Truck at your house in 3 minutes - Parks - Road Maintenance - Beach Lifeguards - Code Enforcement - Animal Control - Building, Planning and Zoning (off -set by fees) - Fire Safety Inspection While this listing is not complete, it does give you an idea of what you receive for your tax dollar from Atlantic Beach. How do we compare? Property Tax Atlantic Beach has one of the lowest tax rates in the state for a full service city. Our millage comparison with other nearby cities is as follows: Atlantic Beach 2.992 Daytona Beach 6.59207 Neptune Beach 3.5393 Fernandina Beach 6.9477 Jacksonville Beach 3.9071 St. Augustine 7.5 Orange Park 5.0 Water & Sewer Cost Is the cost of water and sewer in Atlantic Beach high? Our water rates were compared in a study conducted in May of 1995 with other cities in the northeast Florida area. The following comparison shows Atlantic Beach having some of the lowest rates in the area: Gals - 10,000 15,000 Atlantic Beach $43.49 64.24 Neptune Beach $46.65 67.35 Jacksonville $47.89 68.99 Green Cove Springs $48.35 66.50 Jax. Beach $71.62 168.47 Daytona Beach $60.00 88.00 Palm Coast $80.11 97.91 St. Johns Co. $89.42 134.02 * Since the study, most rates went up slightly in 96. Sanitation Costs Atlantic Beach has a low monthly sanitation cost, as do all the beach cities. Neptune Beach $12.08 Atlantic Beach $13.60 Jax. Beach $16.31 However, Atlantic Beach picks -up trash twice per week, the others once a week. SPECIAL OFFER $18total cost ANY DAY OR EVENING CRUISE Progressive slots, two 7 -card stud poker tables, blackjack, two dice tables, other state-of-the-art games. 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Sparkling cannisters filled with chocolate covered popcorn • Tea Caddy filled with chocolate covered oreos CHOCOLATIER THE ULTIMATE IN CHOCOLATE 246- 277 ® 163 Afllcqnttic BI d. 01 es Atlantic Beach Bring •this ad in • • • off any store.item in %-0011ft H I DE K h I A Handcrafted Quality from the British Isles Shoppes o f North Shore Where AIA meets Atlantic Blvd. 249®7321 Offer expires 12/20/96 When you are in the shower and someone turns on the faucet or flushes a toilet in another part of the house you may get blasted with hot water. What can you do? What you are experiencing is a pressure drop on the cold side of the mixer valve. When the cold water runs in another part of the house it is being taken from the shower and the shower gets hot. The solution is to replace your existing shower valve with an anti -scald pressure balance valve. The valve senses the pressure drops and temperature fluctuations and compensates for them. Even if water pressure drops the temperature remains constant. The Standard Plumbing Code in use in Atlantic Beach requires all new installations and retrofits of shower and tub valves be anti -scald devices. ®Story of Housing1 s Our knowledge of housing codes begins during the Colonial period when, as settlement of the colonies spread, it was discov- ered that certain conditions were not conducive to the general health an safety of the people. Thatched roofs penetrated by chimneys on houses were banned when sparks burned several of the buildings to the ground, Sanitation measures relative to the location of outhouses were implemented to inhibit the spread of disease. New York City, in the late nineteenth century, enacted special requirements to regulate certain aspects of tenement housing as it was besieged by European immigrants. Housing codes have been further refined through the years and are now enforced in many areas of this country. They establish minimum standards for health, safety, and welfare and are most effectively used to prevent the creation of substandard dwellings and slums. Some minimum standards codes have been expanded to encompass appearance standards and preserve and uphold prop- erty values. Zoning codes insure that land uses are compatibly located for the health, safety, and welfare of the community, governing the use of public and private property. Early zoning laws, again in the colonies, sought to prohibit certain types of development near population centers. The objectives of zoning ordinances are to: regulate height, bulk, and area of structures; avoid undue levels of noise, vibration, glare, air pollution, and odor by designating zoning districts; lessen street congestion through off-street parking and off-street load- ing requirements; facilitate adequate provisions of water, sew- age, schools, parks, and playgrounds; and to conserve and stabilize property values. 0 M _U Beac Qfillerm at the 'hes' M U I TA IR (coming this spring) rDr. Samuel A. Christian Dr. C.W. Randolph, Jr. Bonni G. Titcomb, R.N.C.,A.R.N.P. V- 249-4331 or 249-3743 1310 13th Avenue, South • Jacksonville Beach LEEWARDAvailable THE • Assisted Living Residences t0 the • Alzheimer's Care &$ Independence with the care you need • Skilled Nursing Care • Assistance with daily activities Public at ® Secure Specialized Environment Residential Style Living Trained Staff 9 Q Long Term & Respite Care Available FLEE Structured Daily Activities a FamilySupport Group Call 246-9900 ext. 107JAINDINQ Call 246-9900 ext. 203 Atlantic beach ElementaryI 298 Sherry Drive 6:45 P.M. Kick-off event Conch Shell invocation School entrance 7:00 Country -Western 1 Dance instruction provided auditorium 8:00 Hoedown 7:00 Skin & Bones Storytelling and music for music room 8:001 311 ,9060 7:00 Lynn Wadley Folk singer/composer art gallery playing dulcimer, ancient & unusual instruments 7:00 Children's Hands-on crafts, weaving hallways 8:00 Interactive Play and creative play for ages 4 and up 7:00I Bookmark Presents Local authors read their works work room 8:00 Featuring Woody Winfree 8:00 Robin Bach Folk music for kids & adults art gallery 9:00 Tory Voodoo Celtic and. American art gallery C'oli l� ffILI'JI(. 9:00 David Lauderdale Toe -tapping original music music room & Mark Creegan featuring percussion and accoustic guitar 9:00 Al Monte Singer, songwriter, guitarist work room pop & contemporary songs 9:00 Mark & Hat Adults creating festive hallway 10:00 1 Making wear to welcome in New 11:00 Year 9:00 Son de 5abor Latin orchestra with dance auditorium 10:00 1 demos and instruction from 11:00 Kaluby Int'I fiance Club 10:00 Ace Winn Accoustic guitar inspired by music room gospel, jazz, rock, folk Community r ri n arch 150 Sherry Drive 7:00 I Voice of Ancestors 8:00 Gerson Yersin sanctuary 9:30 African music, dance, 8:45 classical pianist I poetry, story -telling plays Chopin 7:45 Gotta Dance 7:00 I Jacksonville Fleet Landing tap auditorium 8:15 Harmony Chorus ensemble Barbershop style harmony with 9:00 ( N. FL Women'r Chorale choreography 9:45 Sacred and pop music Adele Grage Community Center 710 Ocean Blvd. 8:30 -11:30 Acqua East Surf Shop sponsors teen site: deejay, surfing videos, refreshments City Hall Commi55ionero' Chambere BOO Seminole Rd. •• - • Creation of I- Artioto • • d Objects of the Beaches Fine Arts Guild will create a Sculpture from "found objects" brought in by event -goers (anything used and then disposed of by society -appliance parts, PVC pipe, broken furniture, etc.). The event will be accompanied by musician Steven Smith who will use selected objects to create original music. 10:30 David 5treufert & Greg Wright Classical music with acoustic rock 10:30 Calico Clint and the Hot Peppers Carribean dance: calypso, reggae, limbo k1rstN1,qbt6 Firet Night • Atlantic beach First Night iS a community celebration of the arta making its debut in Atlantic Beach this New Year's Eve. Sponsored by the City of Atlantic Beach in partnership with area businesses, the event to an alternative New Year's Eve celebration for all ages. First Night features an evening of music, dance, otorytelling, theatre, street artioto, hat and mask making and more, culminating in a bonfire to welcome in the new yea r. The event will be held at multiple sites in Atlantic Beach and will include oppor- tunities for audience involve- ment aS well aS performanceo by many talented, local artists. There will be over 20 events and activitieo of continuous programming from 6:45 to midnight from which to choose. complimentary ohuttle lo available for people with special needs. Food vendoro will provide snacks and non- alcoholic beverages. While new to the First Coast, the event will be among more than 130 ouch celebrationo held in the U.S. and Canada this NewYear'o Eve in affilia- tion with First Night International. 5omethinq for Everyone First Night Atlantic Beach lo a multi -cultural, multi- generational event with Something of interest for all ageo and tastes. Muoical performances will include Appalachian and Celtic folk artists; African dancers and storytellero; classical, jazz and rock musicians; and bands with country -western, Carribean, and Latin flavoro. Come limbo, calypso, salsa, merengue, and square dance with uo - free dance le000no included! Throughout the evening, local artists will be creating Sculpture and music from "found objects" participanto bring with them to the event. There will be Space and materials provided for partici- pants to create their own festive masks and hats to welcome in the new year. Special activitieo for Kids and Teens Community volunteero will hoot an interactive playmarket for children ages 4 and up with hands-on crafts, including a group tapestr which children will create . rom fabric and graooeo throughout the evening. Aqua East Surf Shop is sponsoring a teen site with a deejay, surf videos and refreshments from 8:30 to 11:30 I'M. Don't WOO Out For $5, participants purchase a "button" for admission to any and all First Night activitieo. Children aged 5 and under are admit- ted free. Supply is limited. Buttons will be sold while they last) Buttons go on sale December 2 at these locations: Beaches Atlantic Beach City Hall 800 Seminole Road Aqua Eaet Surf Shop 696 Atlantic Blvd., Nep. Bch Zimmiz Hair Designers 282 Solana Rd., PVB Many musicians will be Arlington f iteo. is available at all playing original works. Choral The Petunia Patch Boutique sites. For most people, groups will be performing Regency Court venues will be. within walking claoSical, sacred, pop and 9392 Arlington Expreooway distance: however, a barbershop music. How you can met involved Donate fabric and shells for children's crafts The Children'o Committee seeks donations of fabric and dried grasses to be woven into a tapestry. Fabric donations need to be at leant four feet in length. Small ohello are aloo needed. Donations may be dropped off from 8 to 5 weekdays in the box provided at city Staff offices at the Adele Grage Community Center. Volunteer to work a shift on New Year's Eve Volunteero are otill needed to work short shifts at the various oiteo during the event (checking buttons, handing out programs, etc). You'll have time left over to enjoy the feotivitieo with friends or family! A final First Night volunteer recruitment party will be. held Sunday, December 8, from 4:00 - 6:00 I'M. at city hall. Bring items for sculpture and original music f articipanto are encouraged to bring items for the creation of oculpture and music by local artists. These items can be. anything that io traditionally discarded by society (broken furniture, FVC pipe or other left -over building materialo, old applianceo, scraps of wood or metal. etc.). Itemo ohould be brought to the artists at City Hall during the First Night celebration. For more information, call 634-8171. It's that time of yearagain where the spirit of the holidays fill the hearts of everyone. We at Town Center Agency are especially excited to see this time as a turning point in redevelopment and celebration of events to come. The problems with JEA and electricity have finally been resolved and we can now proceed with fixing of the sprinkler system, replacing plants, mulching and clean up of the area. Also, watch for the new look at Town Center with some colorful flags. These full color symbols will bring a festive look to the area and draw attention to our corner of the beach. You are personally invited to attend our Christmas Celebra- tion to be held on Sunday, December & It kicks off with a breakfast buffet at the Sea Turtle with appearances by Mr. and Mrs. Santa. During the afternoon we will have entertainmentby The Noel Freidline Quartet and other holiday music groups. PLUS.... please don't miss the exciting Bike Parade, sponsored by The Spoke Shop, which will be open to residents who want to show off their festive bike decorations .... with some real nice prizes for the winners. In January the construction of Phase IIB from First Street to East Coast Drive will begin. Of all the redevelopment work being done, this phase will be the most noticed as it will bring development to the area further down Atlantic Boulevard. The final result should make the other beach communities jealous. Lastly, we are in need of more members to serve on the board. Please contact me if you would like to be part of our endeavors. We'll see you on the sidewalk... Happy Holidays! Don Fagan, Chairman To help celebrate the holiday season, the Beautification Committee is sponsoring its third annual "Holiday Luminaria" event. Sunday, December 22, has been selected as "Light Night" for display of the luninaries (with Monday, December 23 as the rain date). The use of laminaria is a tradition in many parts of the world and provides a simple, inexpensive, but beautiful way of welcoming the holidays. Please plan on joining us by partici- pating in the event and encouraging your neighbors and friends to do likewise. Committee members will be selling kits for $2.00 each; the kit contains 6 candles, bags, supplies and instructions. All proceeds from the sale of the kits will be used for landscaping and tree planting on City property. For additional information or to order kits, please contact June Morris, event chairperson, at 247-8511, or Carl Walker, City Beautification Coordinator, 247-5828, weekdays from 8 AM - noon. The "Fall Bright Spots" tour, the Committee's fourth such under taking, was a huge success last month. Our thanks to all who took the tour, and a special congratulations to those pro perty owners who allowed their yards to be included. if you need a last minute grit suggestion for a iocai friend or relative, consider purchasing a vanity license tag ("Atlantic Beach - A great place to grow!"). There are a limited number in supply for $5.00 available at City Hall. Again, proceeds are used for landscaping enhancements on City property. In closing, the Beautification Committee, City Gardener and Beautification Coordinator wish each of you a most happy and rewarding holiday season and year to come. RON' S TIP: The dormant grass season has already moved in. If you intend to cut your grass again, raise your mower blade 1 "-2" higher than usual to allow for frost damage. Flower beds and tender plants need their "winter coats" - MULCH now, if you haven't already. A few hardy winter flowering plants are pansies, snapdragons, petunias, and ornamental cabbage. All of these will take frost and light freezes. If you cover your poinsettia with black plastic about 2 - 3 weeks before Christmas, they will bloom much brighter and larger for the holidays. It's beginning to look t lot like Christmas! l TREE 40 Ocean Boulevard (across from Sea Turtle) Open Mon -Fri 9:30-6 Sat. 10-6 249-5182 The Crabapple `free is chockfull of treasures - • Tree Trimmings • Wonderful Gifts • Custom Made baskets We will mail your gifts for you. Free gaft gapping. Due to recent retirements, the Police Department has added several new faces to the department, and additional positions are currently available. Nic Vander Wal retired after twenty-three years of service, and Ray K. (Kaczmarczyk) retired after 20 years of service to the community. Several new police officers have been hired within the past month, and the department is continuing to search for a replacement for retiring animal control officer BeeJay Lester. The 1996-97 budget included two additional emergency communication operators to handle Police and Fire/Rescue calls, and we are processing applicants for these positions at this time. In the Fire Department, we have added four new firefighters as a result of additional positions included in the 1996-97 budget, and due to the loss of firefighters to the City of Jacksonville. We continue to accept applications for fire fighter positions, and we are constantly seeking the best people pos- sible to provide fire/rescue services to the community. The people that have been recently hired have outstanding qualifi- cations, and the fire/rescue leadership expects to maintain the highest standards from all department members. Anyone inter- ested in applying for one of the positions discussed above should contact Human Resources at City Hall to obtain job descriptions, minimum qualifications, and applications. If you need to find the Fire Chief or Asst. Chief, they may be difficult to find in the office. They will be riding on the engines and working 24 hour shifts with the firefighters while new people are being trained and integrated into the organiza- tion. Both chiefs are committed to providing necessary support to the firefighters and the community during this period of transition. Working side-by-side with the firefighters provides a great opportunity for individual and organizational growth. Fire/Rescue: The building expansion of the Public Safety Building is almost complete. In the near future, the Department will be having an "Open House" to provide tours to all citizens who would like to visit the facility. Tours are provided to school children and community clubs on an ongoing basis, and as a public facility, visitors are welcomed. Due to variable workloads, appointments for tours are encouraged. Police: The Police Department has successfully com- pleted a number of cases over the past several months including rim BOOKS MAKE 11HE PERFECT GIFT Great books and gifts for readers ... Plus Free Gift wrapping service. Gift Certificates Available. T,Ye �Suuk Hark 99 Atlantic Blvd. YOUR BOOKSTORE 241-9026 Open 7 days a week AT THE BEACH Extended hours during the holidays child abuse, kidnapping, narcotics trafficking, and others. How- ever, a special case involving Atlantic Beach Police Officers received some extra attention. Atlantic Beach Police Officers Ken Wilson, Dane Smith, and Robert Bacon were recognized for their contribution to a Jacksonville murder case. These officers arrested suspects and recovered evidence that turned out to be invaluable to a murder investigation just outside of our city. The officers received a letter of appreciation from the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office in addition to recognition by the Atlantic Beach City Commission. CrimePrevention: The Police Department con- tinues to support Neighborhood Watch Groups throughout the City. To organize a Watch Group in your neighborhood or to request a free security survey of your home, please contact Lt. Jim Christman at 247-5859 for assistance. Assigned Vehicle Program: Atlantic Beach has started assigning Police Patrol Vehicles to officers living in Atlantic Beach as take-home vehicles. This will increase the life and usage of the cars, offer additional security to the neighbor- hoods where cars are parked, provide additional police presence in the community, and continue to keep response times to incidents in Atlantic Beach to aminimum. This is anew program in Atlantic Beach, and it promises to provide better service to the community while increasing the Police presence. w%, A' ►,r Announcing the opening of the SLEEP DISORDERS CENTER Baptist Medical Center -Beaches For more information, or to schedule an evalua- tion, please call 202-1632. Depending on your insurance, much of the cost of testing and treatment may be covered. BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER BEACHES 1350 13th Ave. So. • Jacksonville Beach • 247-2900 BAmsT/SCVINCEN7 s HEALTH SYSTEM 0 +4'" Ai� + + + + A AA�jAAAL j& BASEBALL t� ow law low IEW low IEW low low low low law IEW REGISTRATION Tree 1 tl Celebration Sponsored by Continental Cable Atlantic Beach Athletic Associa- and Publix Supermarkets tion will hold SPRING BALL REGIS - The City of Atlantic Beach tradition of kicking off the holiday season with a tree TRATION January 11, 18, and 25, 1997 lighting and festivities continues on December 6 from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM. The Tree for boys and girls ages 5 -12. Play begins Lighting Celebration will be held in DONNER PARK (2072 George Street) this year and March 8. For information, call 247-2982. will feature music and entertainment from school and church groups. Santa Claus will UNDERCAMPOUT arrive aboard a fire truck. The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be available at no charge, thanks to our sponsors Continental Cablevision and Publix SuperTHE STARS - markets. Please note the change of location this year. There will be a bus pick-up at It's not too early to start thinking Russell Park at 5:30. (Directions to Donner Park - From Atlantic Boulevard go north on Mayport Road, turn left about our annual camp out. The event will on Church Road, go two blocks and Donner Park is on your left) be held in Jack Russell Park on Saturday, March 1, beginning at 3 :OOPM. Registra- ® tion for this event can be made Monday through Friday, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, beginning Monday, February 5. For information, call 247-5828. I Healthy Home Cooking with Over 20 Fresh Vegetables to Choose from Everyday. We take great pride in serving you the best! OPERTY CARE SERVICES,1 . solu ' 1 0 0 9 SPECIALIZING IN PROPERTY a YA4 FIR Centercut Porkchops Fresh Jumbo Mayport Shrimp MANAGEMENT AND RENTALS Fried Chicken (Cooked to Order) Seafood Platter Herb Roasted Chicken Scallops i Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken Deviled Crab Cakes Fried Chicken Livers Fresh "Catch of the Day" Burgers • Veggies Vegetarian Friendly Peter C. Sapia , V.P. Joan Sapia, President CRS, GRI GRI Fried Chicken Fingers Fresh Vegetable Lasagna - waQu PB&J •Grilled Cheese • Sundaes Crisp Salads & Homemade Dressings We service from St. John's Bluff Rd, Thick Shakes • Old Fashion Floats Fresh Fruit Plate • Homemade Desserts to the Ocean & ATLANTIC BEACH IUMM through PONTE BEDRA Our Famous Chicken Fried Steak ® Best Liver & Onions you've ever had Fresh Cooked Turkey & Dressing ® Incredible Meat Loaf & Brown Gravy Our Ppoperly Nlaiumil Proinnit includes..at our expense..a comprehen- sive maintenance and repair program. Fresh Brewed Coffee or Tea Call top Rentals Fine Wines by the Bottle or Glass ® Ice Cold Draft Beer Management details now!E[U246-1200 Great Friendly Service - Come See Us! You'll Love It! 1-800-626-2383 Open Spm Daily e 247-0699 PROPERTY CME SERVICES, Inc. 1534 North Third Street, f acksonville Beach 254 Third St. Neptune Beach, FL 32266 ART P.A.St A. Plus Art Gallery 214 Charlotte Street St. Augustine 904 824-0251 Open Daily Until 4pm BEAUTYSALONS L.A. Rose 991 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach 249-4140 Book Mark 299 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach 241-9026 Tappin Book Mine 705 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach 246-1388 CAR CARE Mayport Motor Parts, Inc. 2825 Mayport Road Atlantic Beach Service 246-7131 Parts 246-4805 CRUISE LA Cruise Mayport 241-7200 BUSINESS DIRECTORY; DENTISTS John M. Della Porta, 469 Atlantic Blvd. #5 Atlantic Beach 246-2222 GIFT SHOPS The Bounty Shoppes of Northshore Atlantic Beach 247-2273 The Crabapple Tree 40 Ocean Blvd. Atlantic Beach 249-5182 Hibernia 363 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach 249-7321 Peterbrooke Chocolatier 363 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach 246-0277 GOURMET FOOD The Market at Northshore 363 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach 246-2441 HEALTH CARE Fleet Landing Assited Living & Alzbeimers One Fleet Landing Blvd. Atlantic Beach 246-9900 e chill out of e —air Call fordelivery of firewood ., .. Service 4 Appointment Not Always Necessary 249-4140 ACRYLIC & FIBERGLASS NAILS MANICURES • PEDICURES Atlantic Village ® 991 Atlantic Blvd. HOSPITAL/MEDICAL Baptist Medical Center - Beaches 1350 13th Ave. South Jacksonville Beach 247-2900 St. Luke's Health Care Center 13170 Atlantic Blvd. 221-3301 JEWELER ALLENS JEWELERS 115 FIRST STREET Neptune Beach 247-7766 OB/GYN Dr. Samuel A. Christian, M.D. 1370 13th Ave. S. 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