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1997 Summer TIde ViewsVolume 4 No.3 Summer 1997 Dear Friends, Aren't deadlines great! As I sit here at the computer composing this article for the Tide Views, which is due TODAY, I can feel the adrena- line flowing. It starts out rather slowly, and steadily builds as the words spring forth on the page and then crescendos on the last word. How satisfying it is to finally hit that PRINT key! And even more excit- ing, is to check off yet another "thing" on my endless list of "things to do." Would anything ever get fin- ished if we had no deadlines? My self-imposed deadline as your mayor is rapidly approaching and I find that my list of "things to do" is still as overwhelming as always. This doesn't surprise me because as soon as I check off one thing, two more things appear at the bottom of the list. Such is life and the evolution of a city. At this point, having made my priorities known, I pray that no disaster or major emer- gency interrupts the flow, and I hope that I'll be able to keep the momen- tum going so that I can check a few more things off my list. Of major importance to me is the purchase of "Dutton" Island. I am anxious to finalize the deal and dedicate this pristine setting as a park and nature preserve. Also among my priorities is ini- tiating the Bull Park Renovations. I really look forward to seeing this park evolve into a more functional as well as beautiful centerpiece for the old core city. continued on page 2 Hurricane Season It is hurricane season again and residents need to refresh their memories, plans, and supplies. A good way to begin is for people to ask themselves "What if ...." questions about a storm. What if a HURRICANE WATCH was posted? What would you do in response? What supplies do you have and need? Where would you plan to go for your evacuation? Do you have plans for your pet (s)? Are your vehicles full of fuel? How will you secure your house and your personal effects? What are you going to take with you? What if a HURRICANE WARNING was posted? What would you do? When would you leave the beaches? Do you have a shel- ter selected or have you made other lodging arrangements? These are only a few of the many questions that emerge when people are faced with a hurricane. Advance planning can make the process much more organized, predictable, and bearable for all people facing a hurricane evacuation. Even "weak" hurricanes can have a major impact on a coastal community. In a weak storm, Atlantic Beach could expect localized flooding, especially in the areas near the oceanfront. A powerful hurricane (category III or above), would complete- ly blanket the entire city with water. There would be no place in the city of Atlantic Beach that would be safe as a shelter during such a storm. With this information in mind, all residents would be strongly encouraged to evacuate the city before the storm. There are numerous sources of information about hurricane planning, and the Atlantic Beach Police Department has booklets and videotapes available for review. If you would like more information on hurricanes, if you would like to borrow a videotape, or if you would like to have someone make a presentation to your home- owners' association, neighborhood watch group or other organization, please call the Police Department at 247-5859 for more information. -4 Tide -Views Bulk Rate P.O. Box 331542 U.S. S. Postage Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 Jacksonville, FL Permit No. 1645 continued from page I I hope to complete the review of our zoning ordinances and make any changes necessary to insure long-term protec- tion of the residential character of our great city. I would like to explore the possibility of burying our electric lines underground. This project could coincide with the storm water drainage project which is presently in the design stage. Other projects on my list include: establishing a commu- nity garden, building a city greenhouse so we can regenerate the plants which embellish our city, establishing a tree bank for replacing and planting trees in the city, finalizing the plans for our sunset park on the "Tresca" property, initiating a campaign of awareness and education regarding traffic and speeding, continuing with the beach access beautification, and there's more, but I'll stop here. As I look at this long list of what I would like to accom- plish, and then as I remind myself of how slowly that big stone wheel of government actually turns, I know that every- thing won't be totally completed or absolutely finalized. But perhaps, if they are at least started, if the seeds can be plant- ed, then my successor can continue to water those seeds so that eventually they will blossom. I better get going so I can at least check this article off my list and get to work. As you can see I have a lot to do. And as I look outside on this beautiful spring day, what I REAL- LY want to do is grab my chair and umbrella and a good book, and head for the beach..Oh well, maybe next year! Have a great summer! Very truly yours, Lyman T. Fletcher Volunteers Needed for First Night First Night Atlantic Beach is a New Year's Eve cel- ebration of the arts launched last year under the spon- sorship of the City of Atlantic Beach. Preparations are now underway for the second annual First Night cele- bration. Volunteers are needed to help plan this year's event. First Night is a multicultural, multigeneratioal event, featuring an evening of music, dance art, drama and other cultural activities as an alcohol -free alterna- tive to traditional New Year's Eve. New to this year's celebration will be a processional through the commu- nity. As last year, the First Night celebration will culmi- nate in a midnight bonfire to welcome in the new year. Volunteers are needed now for committee work to help with programming (for adults, teens and kids), fund raising, publicity, decorations, volunteer recruitment, logistics and operations. For more information, call First Night volunteer Donna Zimmerman at 246-1989. edV 4 4&,K& 13W44D4 MAYOR - Lyman T. Fletcher COMMISSIONERS - Mike Borno, John Meserve, 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 - Tammy Deitchman, Heywood Dowling, Jr., Richard Mann, Edward Martin, Lou Etta Waters, Theo K. Mitchelson, Ken Rogosheske (Meets 1st Tuesday every two months) COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BOARD - Don Wolfson, Mary Walker, Leonard H. "Buzzy" Grunthal, Robert Frohwein, Mark McGowan, Patricia Pillmore, ,...d f C L. m r,* -h) vuuL.«v vuiaY uii.. � . .vw Biu iuv.>.�uy' vi �.uC�. iuvx• � PENSION BOARD OF TRUSTEES - John C. Fletcher, Jr., Robert Jackson, Edward Martin, Barry Shaw, Timothy Townsend TREE CONSERVATION BOARD - Rick Beaver, Richard Bell, Judith 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, ��10E Rosemary Fletcher, Lavinia Kubiak, �, Cecile Purcell, Karen Summers, Woody Winfree GA2TL Tide Views is published quarterly by CPM Advertising & Public Relations, Inc. P.O. Box 331542 • Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 (904) 246-8221 TideViews is mailed to 6,000 households in Atlantic Beach. Advertising rates are available upon request. CPM urges the readers to support our advertisers. Next Issue - Fall 1997 Space Reservation - Aug. 1, 1997 Call now to reserve your ad space - 246-8221 © Copyright 1997 CPM P"44.0 *J" %1W04meod Personnel The Department wishes to congratulate Lane Moon and Susan Collins as they joined in marriage on April 26, 1997. Beach Avenue Water & Sewerproveents The Sewer Improvements on the Beach Avenue Project are completed from 16th Street to 20th Street. The water distribution improvements are nearing completion. Storm drainage improvements between 16th and 20th Streets are scheduled to be completed by July, 1997. Oak arbor Water and Sewer Rehab The Oak Harbor Water and sewer Rehabilitation Project is nearly completed with all of the water mains installed and sewer repairs completed. Final tests and restoration are in progress. Core City Update on Design Phase The Core City Drainage Project which covers the gen- eral area from Ahern through 12th Streets between Sherry and East Coast Drives is currently being designed by England Thims & Miller, Inc. and is over 60% complete. Buccaneer WTP Expansion Design Phase The Buccaneer Wastewater Treatment Plant will be expanded from 1.3 to 1.9 million gallons per day capac- ity. The design work is being completed by EDER & Associates and is approximately 70% complete. Reminders It is important that our residents NOT wash or sweep lawn clippings, or other debris down the street guttering and stormdrains. These items create blockages that impede stormwater flow and can cause localized flood- ing. Your assistance in keeping our drainage system clean as we approach the rainy season is appreciated. Questions about your water bills should be directed to 247-5816. Appliance Removal If you have an appliance to be removed, please call 247- 5834 so that we may make arrangements to have it picked up curbside on either Wednesday or Friday. 0-4 i. 1, 1MIJ1 i 1 1 As many of you know, Commissioner Tim Reed accepted a promotion with his firm which required that he relocate to Texas. During his brief tenure Tim Reed provided a valuable financial and accounting perspective to the City Commission and served the citizens of Atlantic Beach with honesty and integrity. His resignation became effective on April 15 and the City Commission has appointed Mike Bomo to serve in Mr. Reed's place until the next city election. Mike Bomo is no stranger to the city, having served on various committees including an Occupational Licenses Review Committee and a Code Enforcement Review Committee. He has frequently attended meetings of the City Commission and has provided valuable input on various mat- ters. We look forward to working with Mr. Borno and feel he will be a valuable asset to the City Commission. OLDFLORIDA MAPS FROM THE 19TH & 20TH CENTURY SUITABLE FOR COLLECTING OR DECORATION OOKS J WHERE UNUSUAL USED, RARE & OUT -OF -PRINT BOOKS ARE COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT COMMONPLACE BOOK SEARCHING 705 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach 246-1388 TAPPIj4 Email: tappinbmooutheast. net Eooec.MIKE St. LukWs healthcare center arlington We are pleased to announce that Anthony Nioso, M.D. Board Certified, Family Practice & nowpractscing at St. Dukes xaltfware Center in Arlington Specializing in m diicalcare for tfm entire familrf. Infants and aiiildren Me%ome Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.* *Thursday until noon 13170 Atlantic Boulevard, Suite 54 (904) 221-3301 A Member of St. Luke's Hospital Primary Care Network Quality Work - Reasonable Rates BEAT .. ICED COFFEE, EIS a,... � 1'4 �` �' { ( ��`,, i�) NE O Cc, & TEA & _RFS T OF AT ,T_, - TCF M�':7'5����E�K��� 40 Ocean Boulevard - 249-5182 Hours: 7AM - 1 1 PM • HEALTH FOOD & GROCERIES, INC. - Vitamins - Gourmet Foods & Sauces - Cosmetics - Macrobiotic Food - Diet 246-1634 Aids - Pet supplies - T-shirts 299-1 Atlantic Blvd. - Tai Chi Shoes - Body Atlantic Beach Building Supplements Voted "Best Independent Bookstore" Remember... books make �br °° Mark the perfect gift! Free gift Wrapping..gift certificates available.,. mailing service. bP 3Booh Aarh241-9026 299 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach (One block from O(ean) Open 1 days a week Il I The Code Enforcement Department is responsible for overseeing the enforcement and compliance of the city code of ordinances. The objective of the department is to provide a safe, healthy, and environmentally safe community. To maintain and improve the quality of life and value of proper- ty for all of the citizens of Atlantic Beach . Chapter 12, sec 12-1-3 With the beginning of the growing season we want to remind everyone of the nuisance ordinance regarding tall grass and weeds. It is the responsibility. of all property own- ers and occupants to maintain the grassed and vegetated areas in a safe and healthy manner. If you are going to be away for an extended period remember to make arrange- ments to maintain your property. Chapter 5, sec 5-8 Catamarans or other types of boats parked on the beach for more than 12 hours must have a sticker provided by the Atlantic Beach Police Department. Any vessel not properly identified and permitted will be removed at the owners expense. At no time will vessels be permitted west of the dune line. If in doubt please call the police department at 247- 5859 or code enforcement at 247 5855. With the opening of the beach season remember to take home all that you have brought to the beach, do not leave it for the next person to remove. Have a happy and safe sum- mer. 111,1 Who needs one? The Atlantic Beach city code provides that any person who maintains a permanent businesses location or branch office within the city for the privilege of engaging in or man- aging any business, profession or occupation, shall be required to have an occupational license. Business which are engaged in several types of activities may require more than one city or county license. Business owners should also con- tact Duval County Tax Collector's Occupational License Department (630-2080) for information regarding Duval County licensing requirements. Occupational licenses should be posted in the place of business so as to be visible to patrons or inspectors. All licenses expire on September 30 of each year and renewal notices are sent out in August. We urge all business owners to make sure their mailing addresses are kept current with the city since all licenses which are not renewed by September 30 are subject to a delinquent penalty, or they may be referred to the Code Enforcement Board. If you have any questions regarding occupational licens- es, please call the office of the City Clerk at 247-5810.-4 13waqic� e"Wauee The "Spring Bright Spots Tour" held on May 17 & 18 was a big success! These tours have become one of the most popular undertakings of the Committee and more and more of our residents are taking advantage of participating. Our thanks to those fifteen residents throughout the community who allowed their properties to be included. A special note of thanks goes to Barbara Hopson and Brenda Wray, who took on the responsibility of co-chairing the event. Preliminary plans are already underway for a "Fall Tour" in October or early November. Gardener Ron has completed replanting most of the landscaped areas of City property with spring/summer annu- als. You've probably noticed the bright colors and the assort- ed variety of flowering plants. Another welcome accom- plishment is the installation of over 30 pindo palms along the west side of Sailfish Drive between Atlantic Boulevard and 44 (Z014150, 'de Doelksi R , QM297AM, M11, Waterfront dining serving the freshest seafood Mayport has to offer. Enjoy the scenic view while feasting on a wide variety of delicious entrees from our seafood buffet or from the menu. Cavalla Road. These palms were transplanted from the Atlantic Boulevard medians when the recent landscaping took place through the efforts of Greenscape. or ReservationsCall: Several neighborhood groups are planning enhance- ments of street ends/beach accesses. Along the same lines, 246=8384 some of these accesses previously improved, are being refur- bished. This is part of the "share -cost" program sponsored by the Committee and will be an on-going plan. RON'S TIPS: Most of us have seen - and enjoyed - the "new" look of the Atlantic Boulevard medians. However, we have gotten numerous calls regarding the health of the date palms, the focus of the landscaping. While it may look that way, these palms are NOT dying ! ! ! Just think - what if you had your feet planted in the ground for about 40 years, being well groomed and fed, and then you were dug up, placed on a truck, and traveled 3,000 miles at 60 MPH. The brown fronds of the palms are a result of wind burn from their trip and the normal results of transplanting. The trees are being watered on a regular basis by an under ground water system. If you look closely, you will see the green fronds appearing in the crown of the trees, a sure sign of good health and growth. Be assured that these beautiful trees are being well taken care of and will survive. A couple of other tips: Two good flowering plants for use in the hot summer are lantana and portulaca. Both enjoy bright sun and require little maintenance. Also remember that afternoon rains are on the way this time of year so try and reduce watering when fertilizing. Finally, many gardening questions may be answered by our local extension office. Give them a call and make use of our tax dollars. Lunch 7 days a week $5.25 Dinner $12.95 or $14.95 w/crab legs after 7 p.m. Tuesday thru Saturday Dinner & Cruise $28.00 ABET looks new season! The Atlantic Beach Experimental Theatre is on hiatus until September when they kick off their sixth big season with a Gala Benefit at the Selva Marina Country Club on Friday, September 5th with a fun evening for all their friends, or would-be friends, including short funny scenes from some of their funni- est and fastest -paced comedies including their opening production. Tickets may be purchased from any board member or by calling ABET's reservation number, 249-7177. This will be our third gala benefit and ask anyone who's been to previous parties what a delight- ful evening it is. In celebration of concluding our fifth successful season, our anniversary year will include two of ABET's biggest hits and the most requested to repeat: Dearly Departed, (which will open our `97-98 season September l? and of r none lar rmisiral , on the Mountain which will end the season in May of `98. The remaining schedule will be announced in the fall TideViews, but just a hint: it includes a comedy - thriller, another Chekhov classic, and the Jacksonville debut of a new Broadway success. ABET will not lie dormant this summer, but will give all you parents with restless kids a chance to focus on the arts and combine learning with a fun expe- rience and new friendships. Acting Up, the children's program run by Beth Robertson and Megan Phifer at ABET, will be offering several drama camp choices this summer in Atlantic Beach. Elementary age kids (going into first -fifth grade next year) can attend a June 9-13 and/or June 16-20 theater arts program, with reg- ular hours from 9:00 - 1:00 or extended day hours from 8:00 - 6:00. They will have fun -filled days chock full of drama activities such as acting, singing, dancing, making costumes, doing stage make-up, and the ever - popular "stage combat!" Older kids (going into sixth - twelfth grade next year), have the choice of one or two weeks June 23 -July 3 with training and activities geared to them. The older kids will also be performing an hilarious, good old-fashioned western/melodrama (with boos and hisses and even throwing peanut shells at the villains): A Bad Da a�pher's Breath morning and evening July 17-19. Don't miss it! For information or registration, call Acting Up at 241-4766 or stop by the Adele Grage Community Center during business hours for a brochure. exciting Summer Ca onnerK wi hold its annual Summer Camp beginning June 16. Activities will include: Arts & Crafts, Swimming, Sports, Field Trips, and Games. The Camp is for boys & girls ages 6-12. Space is limited, so please hurry. The cost is $50 per child. For more information and to register call 247-5851. ClassesArt The Recreation Department will offer Art Classes at the Adele Grage Community Center beginning July 11 from 2-4PM. The Classes are for ages 8 -adult and the cost is $30 per person. Kristin Brodt will be the instructor. For more information and to register call 247-5828. YMCA Playgym The YMCA at Atlantic Beach is offering parent/child playgym classes. Classes are $25 a month and are being held in the facility at Russell Park. Program include: You & Me Babies (Tuesday & Thursday 9:15-10:15) Playgy (1 year old) (Monday 10:00-11 :00) (Wednesday 9:15-10:15) Playgym (2 year old) (Tuesday & Thursday 10:15-11:15) For more information and to register call 247-3847. ®®®® Atlantic Beach to Participate in: Natis Day AA ® Join citizens nationwide in a celebration of trails. ® We will be forming our own new trail within our city. ® A path connecting places, connecting people. ® A Park Linkage System to connect our parks for your enjoyment! We want to invite you and your family to join us in walking, running, skating, biking, and/or strolling from park to park: A full cir- cle of 4 miles. Start at Russell Park at 8:30 am. Please arrive early to check in. Finish should be around 11:30 depending on how much fun you want to have! Each park will facili- tate an event unique to it's surroundings! Each park is special! Can you list all the city's parks? There will be a prize for the person who can name all! (If more than one of you knows the answer, we will have a raffle for the winner!!) You live on an exciting stretch of the coastline. During the summer months, the beaches of Duval County are frequented by nesting endangered and threatened sea turtles. Each sum- mer as many as 5,000 sea turtle eggs are laid on Duval County Beaches. The use of our beaches by these large marine turtles is vital to their continued survival in Florida. We beach resi- dents have a special opportunity and responsibility to protect these gentle creatures and their vulnerable nesting grounds. The female sea turtles will be arriving to nest in May and will continue to do so until September. It takes 1-3 hours to lay approximately 120 eggs. A female turtle may nest 3-8 times a season at 14 day intervals. It is believed that females nest every 2-3 years. During nesting, sea turtles are vulnerable and easily frightened away if disturbed. Hatching emergence will begin 55 days after the first nestings and continue through October. Young turtles usually emerge from their nests en masse and at night. Most nesting in this area is by the Loggerhead turtle (Caretta Caretta), which can weigh up to 350 pounds. The distinctive reddish -brown reptile gets its name from its large head. Sea turtles, unlike land tortoises, cannot retract and hide inside their shells for protection. Although the shell is streamlined to cut through water easily for faster swimming the head and flippers remain unprotect- ed. Report all turtle tracks and stranded turtles to the Beaches Sea Turtle Patrol at 246-1634. Never put a live sea turtle back in the ocean. Mort Hanson City Election The next municipal election will be held on October 7, 1997. At this time our citizens will elect a Mayor (two-year term), two City Commissioners for four-year terms, and one City Commissioner for a two-year term. The seats up for election are currently held by Mayor Lyman Fletcher, and Commissioners Borno, Rosenbloom and Shaughnessy. Anyone interested in seeking one of these offices or desiring information regarding the election process, should contact City Clerk Maureen King, at 247-5809. REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 8, 1997 Voter registration has never been easier. You may now register by mail and registration forms are available at vari- ous locations including Tax Collector branch offices, drivers' licenses offices, public libraries, armed forces recruiting offices, and the office of the Atlantic Beach City Clerk. Changes of address, etc. can be made on this form, also. However, voter registration books close thirty days before an election so make sure you REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 8, OR YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO VOTE IN OUR CITY ELECTION. To be eligible to register to vote you must be a United States citizen, a resident of Florida, and at least 18 years old. IL _0 Imple • Gated Community% • Fine Dining/Three Meals Daily • Residential Style Living 2;ewaffl O'(�Qi:? aG , Before Dinner Social Hour • Nurse on Premises 24 Hours Housekeeping ��ie� • Assistance with Daily Activities Emergency Cal l System • Individualized Service Plans Respite (short term) Care Available • Full Time Activities Coordinator • Available to the Public FLEET, `SANDING 246-9900 Ext. 107 One Fleet Landing Boulevard Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 ® www,fleetlanding.com MW assisted IivinR Eacilh, AL07607 Premium lack Gold COMPOST • MULCH • ALL ORGANIC • NO PESTICIDES • NO CHEMICALS • RETAINS WATER Firewood 246-9930 Stump Grinding WEBERS SERVICES IIIII IIIII C-0*R-N-EA-1-U-S ht/antic Beach's hest Kept Secret 'N' �''Re 7LexalRlL Ladies 2esortwear Vale gig & 2-10 Plus sizes Limited Editions ✓e&)etrg Nestled inside the Sea Turtle Inn IMMUaTIC"TMOU Appointment Not Always Necessary 249-4140 ACRYLIC & FIBERGLASS NAILS MANICURES • PEDICURES Atlantic Villaae • 991 Atlantic Blvd Celebrity Gagging Tent Saturday,Pune 7, 3:00pm-7.00pm Publix located at 985,Itlantic blvd. To raise money to purchase smoke detectors and batteries for those residents who can not afford to purchase these vital life saying devices. The City of Atlantic Beach Fire/ Rescue Department and Publix located in Atlantic Beach at 985 Atlantic Blvd. will be hosting a Celebrity Bagging Event on Saturday, June 7th from 3:00pm to 7:00pm. The purpose of the event is to raise money by way of donations to purchase smoke detec- tors and batteries for our Smoke Detector Distribution Program. The Smoke Detector Distribution Program serves to provide smoke detectors for those City of Atlantic Beach residents who can not afford to purchase these vital life sav- ing devices. We have received confirmations from our contacts organizing appearances by Forestry's Smokey Bear, Vince and Larry Crash Test Dummies and naturally Atlantic Beach Firefighters and Apparatus. Also, we are actively requesting celebrity appearances from other organizations. These orga- nizations include the Jacksonville Jaguars Football Team, Jacksonville Lizard Kings Hockey Team, Jacksonville Suns Baseball Team in addition to promotional advertising by radio and news media. Inside Publix you and your family may have your groceries bagged by a celebrity. Also, you may pose for a picture in the parking lot in front of a fire truck wearing fire- fighting gear. Again, donations are welcome and appreciated; the money collected will be used to purchase smoke detectors and batteries and given to Atlantic Beach residents who can not afford to purchase them. PLEASE JOIN US AT PUBLIX AND SHOP WITH THE CELEBRITIES ! ! ! FIRE SAFETY TIP Are You Safe At Night While You're Asleep? The majority of fatal home fires occur at night while people are sleeping. Smoke will actually put you into a deep- er sleep or coma state rather than awaken you. In fact, stud- ies have shown that people die due to smoke inhalation before the fire ever reaches them. For this reason, every home needs smoke detectors to wake people up before they are trapped and overcome by smoke. With smoke detectors, your risk of dying in a home fire is cut in half! You need smoke detectors outside each sleeping area and on each additional level of your home including the basement. Remember, an early warning is better than no warning at all! Spring season home fire safety checklist: There is no better time to hunt for home fire hazards then during your spring cleaning regimen. Bedrooms/Living Rooms/ Family Rooms/ Recreation Rooms • Never smoke in bed or when you are drowsy. This is a deadly home fire hazard. • Check for overloaded electrical outlets and misused extension cords. Surge protectors are a safe alternative; mul- tiple appliances can be plugged in and the surge protector is designed to shut off when the circuit is overloaded. • If you must use an extension cord, plug only one appli- ance into each cord. • Don't run extension cords under rugs or across common paths of travel such as doorways or corridors. • Check for damaged electrical cords that may be worn, frayed or cracked. Garage/ Workshops/ Storage areas and Outdoors • Dispose of unnecessary storage or trash that could fuel a fire. • If you store gasoline, it should always be in an approved container and both the spout and vent should be tightly sealed. Keep out of the reach of children in a shed or detached garage. Gasoline is never to be used as a cleaning agent, it is motor fuel only. • Never smoke near flammable materials. • Never store propane cylinders indoors. • Before starting any motorized vehicle (i.e. lawnmower, car, or motorcycle) be sure it is away from gasoline fumes. Kitchen • Keep combustible materials away from the stove or any other heat producing appliances. • Always keep lids to pots and pans accessible while cooking. If a small fire starts in a pan while cooking you would carefully slide a lid over the pan to eliminate the oxy- gen to the fire and then turn off the burner. What's JVew-At The &untty.... Caribbean Oi br-um,�z4rt.... Wedding Invitations.... In -house Printing... Oil Candles.... T-shirts.... Pridal registry... Frames.... Pottery.... Chimes.:. Jewelry.... Claire Purke Potpourri Visit our new store - Caribbean Sun 121 X A'irst yTve. s Rech 3 _ Jacksonville (Peach 363 Atlantic Boulevard - 247-2273 U��llllloal��—il�IIIIE�glIQ1� Shoppes of • • ` Blocksof Ocean on Boulevard A AS `Innovative Foods and Creative Cat ' Certified Angus Beefrm JA Prime and Choice Beef Farm Fresh Produce ported Cheeses and Pates Boar's Head Deli Fresh Seafood Take out Gourmet Full Grocery Chocolate Covered Popcorn Chocolate Caramel Apples Chocolate Dipped Berries Chocolate Dipped Waffle Cones Baskets Made to Order AF 11 f. C H 0 C 0 L A T I E R THE ULTIMATE IN CHOCOLATES Atlantic Beach • Avondale • San Marco 246-0277 387-3827 398-2488 Tours available at Production Center 398-4812 Preventive Dentistry - Cosmetic Bonding Crowns - Bridges - Dentures - Root Canals Emergency Dentistry - Nitrous Oxide ce/ 246-2222 , 469-5 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach Across from K -Mart in Laura Plaza How do we know that A Travel Place is Abundant, Productive, Teeming, Ingenious, Inventive, Resourceful, Prolific & Quickening? ...Because Tana Spina is about iv Le irte ywur$( "uoc ter uj het iiaeiti Sots urtu Linda Davidson Cook is an overjoyed expectant grandmother! 0 246-4163 Superior Service Since 1979 533 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach LU -1511K A , Awrl,�*14 11A (coming this summer) Dr. Samuel A. Christian . CX Randolph,Jr. onni G. Titcomb, R..C.,...P. 249-4331 or 249-3143 1370 13th Avenue, South - Jacksonville Beach We. have seen an increase in unlicensed activity in the City this spring. A specific case involved an unlicensed roof- ing contractor who was writing estimates and asking for a fifty percent deposit for materials. He accepted three deposits (50% or more) from Atlantic Beach homeowners and did not perform any work. He was recently arrested on other charges and is in the custody of the Duval County Jail. Because of the language in the contract and the limited assets of the roofing contractor it is doubtful the homeowners will ever see any of their deposits. The following steps could have been performed to protect the homeowners from unlicensed, unethical contrac- tors: 1. Never give a contractor more than 10% down for any project. You may be able to work out an arrangement where you don't pay any money until a certain percent of the job is complete. This is called a draw schedule. The banks and lending institutions have been using this method to pre- vent over paying on construction projects. If the contractor insists on money up front for mate- rials offer to pay for materials on a C.O.D. basis as they are delivered. If this is not suitable to the contractor—find another contractor. 2. Always ask for a copy of the contractor's license. All building, residential, general, electrical, plumb- ing, and heating/air contractors have to be registered with the State of Florida and the County. They are issued a wallet size card stating their registration number and their name and address; If you have doubts about the contractor's legitimacy call the Building Department at 247-5826 or the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation at 727- 5590. 3. Always ask if a building permit is required. The permit is a legal document detailing the date, type, and value of work being performed. In court cases the building permit is used to establish when, where, and who performed work on projects. Call the Building Department. Beginning in June, the Florida Department of Transportation, in conjunction with the City of Jacksonville, will be widening the concrete box culvert under Atlantic Boulevard near Aquatic Drive. This work was preceded by downstream improvements at Forest Avenue and Florida Boulevard. This system of new culverts will greatly enhance the ability of the Hopkins Creek drainage basin to convey storm water towards the Intracoastal Waterway. The construction will require redirecting the lanes of traffic on Atlantic Boulevard to allow placement of the new culvert in sections, first the north half on the Atlantic Beach side and then the south half on the Neptune Beach side. The contractor is required to finish the work in ninety days. If you have any questions about the project, please call 247-5834. 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 BOOKSTORES Book Mark 299 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach 241-9026 Tappin Book Mine 705 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach 246-1388 BOUTIQUES Boutique Unique Inside Sea Turtle Atlantic Beach 241-7109 BUILDERS Cornelius Construction 241 Atlantic Blvd. Neptune Beach 241-0698 CAR CARE Mayport Motor Parts, Inc. 2825 Mayport Road Atlantic Beach Service 246-7131 Parts 246-4805 CARPET Carpet Concepts 1492 S.Third St. Jacksonville Bch. 247-0438 CHOCOLATES Peterbrooke Chocolatier 363 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach 246-0277 CRUISE LA Cruise Mayport 241-7200 DENTISTS John M. Della Porta, 469 Atlantic Blvd. #5 Atlantic Beach 246-2222 ESTATE SALES The Estate Sale 296 Royal Palms Atlantic Beach 249-1020 GIFT SHOPS The Crabapple Tree 40 Ocean Blvd Atlantic Beach 249-5182 The Bounty 363 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach 247-2273 GOURMET FOOD The Market at Northshore 363 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach 246-2441 HEALTH CARE Fleet Landing Assited Living & Alzheimers One Fleet Landing Blvd. Atlantic Beach 246-9900 HEALTH FOOD Bio -Max Health Food & Groceries 2999-1 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach 246-1634 HOSPITAL/MEDICAL St. Luke's Health Care Center 13170 Atlantic Blvd 221-3301 MULCH/FIREWOOD Webers Services Atlantic Beach 246-9930 OB/GYN Dr. Samuel A. Christian/Dr. C.W.Randolph, M.D. 1370 13th Ave. S. Jacksonville Beach 249-4331 PLUMBERS Larry Teague & Sons Plumbing, Inc. Atlantic Beach 249-7100 REALTY COMPANIES Prudential Network Realty Sales Office 363-12 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach 241-2417 Management/Rental Joan & Peter Sapia 254 Third St. Neptune Beach 246-1200 Watson Realty Jan Shields 1117 Atlantic Blvd. Neptune Beach 249-3804 TRAVEL AGENCY A Travel Place 533 Atlantic Blvd. 246-4163 TREE MAINTENANCE Weber's Tree Service Professional Tree Trimming Atlantic Beach 241-4895 1 s; ® Estate Jewelry ® Antique Art Objects For Grand Homes o 296 Royal , 1 ' 1 MAYPORT CAR CARE CENTER I 15 11, eduf f .bloom e,�Ins -&)lli� 5 573eaU ttl door. 12� 0 IThePrudential *zz Network Realty I We awe adwA alae c c c X44!! Ww Veaed Sales d#cce 241-2417 363-12 4&"r& sw. sAwa 4 'ilaitYralra�e Property Management Division Atlantic Beach Elementary School 247-5924 Beaches Chamber of Commerce 249-3868 Bus Schedule Information 630-3100 Councilman Dick Brown Management Our Property (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 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 eduf f .bloom e,�Ins -&)lli� 5 573eaU ttl door. 12� 0 IThePrudential *zz Network Realty I We awe adwA alae c c c X44!! Ww Veaed Sales d#cce 241-2417 363-12 4&"r& sw. sAwa 4 'ilaitYralra�e BEACHES REPAIR & REPIPE SPECIALISTS "SINCE 1958" A SLAB LEAKS A WATER HEATERS A WATER SOFTNERS A WATER FILTRATION Property Management Division Rentals We service from St. John's T .. Bluff Rd. to the Ocean & Atlantic Beach through Ponte Vedra. Management Our Property P Management Program includes, at C. Peter C. Sapia Joan Sap'a our expense, a comprehensive Vice President President maintenance & repair program. CAS. Glk I CAS.Gli 7 "49u e'�Me cW die 246-1200 1-800-626-2383 �. 254 Third St. Neptune Beach BEACHES REPAIR & REPIPE SPECIALISTS "SINCE 1958" A SLAB LEAKS A WATER HEATERS A WATER SOFTNERS A WATER FILTRATION