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1997 Winter Tide ViewsVolume 5 No.1 Winter 1997 Suzanne Shaughnessy's Goal As Mayor - Put Citizens First Dear Friends, Let me begin my first letter to all of you by letting you know that I very much appreciate the opportunity to rep- resent such a fine community of citizens as your Mayor. It is my goal to have as many of you as possible say, at the end of my service, that I put Citizens first as the most important and essential compo- nent of your local government. My college courses in American political science helped to shape this ethic and philosophy. It is my belief that representative government works best when people feel that they are both able and welcome to participate in governing themselves. Our city charter, adopted in 1993 by voter referendum, affirms this premise. It basically allows for a staff of city employees who work to provide the services which the public needs. Because staff must be accountable to the public for the things it does and the money it spends, the charter also requires the creation of a City Commission to provide oversight of staff and to ensure accountability on behalf of the citizens. The Commission is directly elected k— the people, and is directly accountable to the people. The theory is that citizens tell their Commissioners how they want to be governed, then the Commission formal- izes the will of the people. The Commission's job is (1) to set policy for the city, and (2) to direct staff. Staff then implements those policies under a city only to work for YOU! We currently have 100 employees and 5 Commissioners whose job it is to give the best service possible to the people who live in our community. Please feel encouraged to make your preferences known to those of us who make decisions on your behalf. You can do this several ways: 1. You can call or write to your Commissioners directly, so that we can be informed as to what you really want; manager, who acts as a "chiet-ot-statt" L. You can auena uomrrussion to the Commission. All of these arrange- meetings on the 2nd and 4th Mondays ments have as their cornerstone one very of every month, so that your opinion basic tenet: the Will of the Citizen. may be heard and may become part of Without that, nothing else happens. So I the public city records. hope you can see that under our system 3. You can join a citizen com- of government, you as a citizen are very mittee or board so that you can have important because you are in fact the Commission input on a regular basis source of everyone else's power. In on a subject which interests you. effect, both Commission and staff exist continued on page 2 Tide -Views Bulk Rate U.S. Postage P.O. Box 331542 PAID Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 Jacksonville, FL Permit No. 1645 continued from page 1 Any of the above ways provide a channel for better communication to those who seek to truly identify and rep- resent what the public wants. As of November 4, we have a new 5 -member Commission. It has the potential to be one of the best Commissions Atlantic Beach voters have ever assembled. Each and every member is conscientious and enthusiastic about the work he does. As your Mayor, I invite any and all citizens who wish to inspire us to new heights by virtue of your presence at Commission meetings. Please try to attend if you can. I want you to know that you are always more than welcome to participate in the process of governing our- selves. As the Holidays approach, so does the night of our annual Tree Lighting ceremony. This year it falls on December 5 at 6:00 p.m. at Russell Park. I have stated many times that I support and foster events which give us a chance to come together as a community, and this is certainly one which is lively and full of good cheer. So come and be enter- tained, whisper your fondest hopes to Santa, and sing along Yu 1 ... c awu v v.r a st,i a.x...g CUp of vt Ch GCOlato. hope to see you there. With kindest regards and fond wishes to you all for a joyous holiday season, til � L.A. hair designs I111lW • l Appointment Not Always Necessary 249-4140 ACRYLIC & FIBERGLASS NAILS MANICURES ® PEDICURES Atlantic Village ® 991 Atlantic Blvd. 11101113 LTi�� Ili/:, 1 t► C Call Kathy Bushnell at 2 4 6® 6 8 2 7 Itz VACATIONS, TRIPS 1N TOURS CD 140 12th Street, Atlantic Beach C" Serving JA% and the Beaches with personal service since 1976 0 eil� 4 4&aal w- BeaCA MAYOR - Suzanne Shaughnessy (249-3044) COMMISSIONERS - Richard Beaver, Mike Borno, John Meserve, Theo Mitchelson 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, Robert Ethridge, Richard Mann, Edward Martin, Jim Pelkey, Lou Etta Waters, Ken Rogosheske (Meets ist 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., Robert Jackson, Edward Martin, Barry Shaw, Timothy Townsend TREE CONSERVATION BOARD - Richard Bell, Susan Bullock, Judah Jacobson, Mac T nes (Mocts .st Mon. of each month) RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD - Mark Beckenbach, Peter Coalson, Scott Debuty, Barbara Hopson, Edward Waters, Patricia Goelz, Dezmond Waters (Meets 3rd Wednesday of each month) CULTURAL ARTS BOARD - Nancy DeCandis, Rosemary Fletcher, Lavinia Kubiak, Alice Gartland, Cecile Purcell, Karen Summers, Woody Winfree December four years ago I published the first edi- tion of TideViews. Little did I know at the time that Tideviews would be the success that it has become. It is due, in large part, to the wonderful advertising support of the local businesses. I have made many friends among the loyal advertisers in TideViews . I thank them for their sup- port. Some have never missed an issue: Bio -Max, The Crabapple Tree, Dr. Della Porta, Fleet Landing, LA Rose and Tappin Book Store. This issue will be my last issue, but TideViews will continue. The City of Atlantic Beach is committed to get- ting information from each department to the citizens of Atlantic Beach. I hope you will support the new mayor and city commissioners and continue to work to make Atlantic Beach the most desirable community to live and raise a family. Now that my husband and I have completed our child rearing years a new challenge will face us as we pre- pare our boat to begin our cruising life in the upcoming months — think about us as you walk your dog or ride your bike down Beach Avenue and know we'll be thinking about you all! Sincerely, JoAnne Morrisseau First Night returns this New Year's Eve to Atlantic Beach. The annual cele- bration of the arts features music, dance, storytelling and more, culminat- ing in a bonfire to welcome in the new year. New corporate sponsorship and the addition of tents and outdoor seat- ing means more venues for this year's A T L A N T I C 18 H A C H festival. More than 25 performances and activities will be offered through- out the evening at the second annual celebration of First Night Atlantic Beach. The musical menu will offer something for every taste - folk, rock, gospel, jazz, pop, classical and new age music - with added spices from Latin, Middle Eastern, Irish and Native American cultures. Indoor and outdoor perfor- mances will include solo musicians, music ensembles, choral groups, dancers, storytellers and one -act plays. Rock, Contra and Latin bands will provide music for dancing the night away (free dance instruction included). Opportunities for hands-on participation in the arts for all ages will include hat and mask making, a community tapestry project, an interac- tive community sculpture by Sharla Valeski, and The Children's Playmarket. Artists new to this year's festival include singer and songwriter Susan McDermott, New Age guitarist Michael Bianco, pianist Gene Nordan, a cappella singers Maiden Heaven, the gospel group The Soul Savers, the rock group Glass Camels, the Renaissance ensemble La Dolce Vita, storytellers John McLaughlin and Faye Byrnes, the Contra Dance band Loose Pegs, the Sahara Silk Middle Eastern Dancers, and the First Coast Bell Ringers. Artists returning to First Night are guitarist and vocalist Ace Winn, folk musician Robin Bach, the acoustic duo David Streufert and Greg Wright, The Jacksonville Harmony Chorus, Latin dance band Son de Sabor, story- tellers Skin N Bonz, and tap ensemble Gotta Dance. Folk music duo Tory Voodoo will also return to weave their magic spell of Celtic and American folk tunes. New to this year's festival will be stargazing in the park presented by the Museum of Science and History and an educational exhibit by the Indigenous People of the Turtle Continent. The Native American group will perform traditional dances at the midnight bonfire. Vendors will provide food and non-alcoholic bever- ages. Children's activities begin at 5:30, with a convocation ceremony at 6:30 and musical performances at 6:45 with con- tinuous programming until midnight. First Night is held at multiple sites in Atlantic Beach including City Hall, Atlantic Beach Elementary School, Community Presbyterian Church, and Howell and Russell Parks. Venues are within walking vided. Admission buttons go on sale December 1 at Atlantic Beach City Hall and selected area merchants. Admission is $5 with children 5 and under admitted free. First Night is an all volunteer, not-for-profit event sponsored by the City of Atlantic Beach in partnership with area businesses. Call 634- 8171 for information. The Children's Committee of First Night Atlantic Beach seeks community donations of materials for weaving into a community tapestry on New Year's Eve. Residents are asked to collect and donate the following materials: grasses, yarn, fabric scraps, shells, old costume jewelry, and ribbons. Grasses, yarn, ribbons and fabric scraps need to be at least 3 feet in length. Shells need to have a hole in them (many wash ashore that way). Materials may be dropped off at the Adele Grage Community Center, 716 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach, in boxes provided through the month of December. Final collection of materials will be at 5:00 P.M. on December 31. Adults and children at last year's First Night cele- bration participated in a similar project. That tapestry has been framed and is now displayed in the City Commission Chambers at Atlantic Beach City Hall. For more information about the tapestry project, contact Nancy Bodge at 771-3462. XT _VT unusual and Un Fine Stone Jewelry Select the perfect Christmas gift of unusual stones set in 14k or Sterling. We have Gems from around the world including: Cobalto Calcite-Verasite Adventurine-Serafinite-Zoisite-Picture Jasper-Charolite-Amber-Ammonite Lapis Lazuli -Malachite -Mabe Pearl-Tanzanite-Carnelian-Obsidian-Jade l Open LOAM to 8PM - Free Gift Wrap - Watch &z Jewelry Repair Town Center 115 First Street Pieotune Beach 247-7766 VIA ff S ° F3ART FINE BINDINGS ARCHITECTURE FIRST EDITIONS / CLASSICS REPRINTS TA P P I P • HISTORY FLORIDA s o o K. M I N E AMERICANA SIGNED BOOKS SINCE 1975 & MORE T'appin Book Mine QUALITY USED, RARE & OUT -OF -PRINT BOOKS 705 ATLANTIC BLVD. • ATLANTIC BEACH • 246-1388 distance for most people, but a shuttle service will be pro - 3 �A cohl'se Dockside R•E•S•T•A•U•R•A•N•T Waterfront • • serving_ feastingseafood Mayport has to offer. Enjoy the scenic view while on wide variety of delicious entrees from our ••• buffet or fromthe menu. For Reservations ®: ............... Lunch 7 days a week inner 12.95 or $14.95 /cr legs after 7 p.m. Tuesday thru Saturday Dinner & Cruise PUV4.0 Beach Avenue Proiect All water, sewer and drainage improvements on Beach Avenue from 15th Street to 20th Street have been com- pleted. Core City Project The 100% plans have been received and drainage per- mits were obtained. The project is on hold pending the City Commission's decision on possible design changes regarding Howell Park. Town Center The Town Center grand opening was held on October 18, 1997. The remaining section of the new 8" water line on East Coast Drive should be completed by the time this newsletter is received. The new water line and hydrants will provide much needed fire protection for the businesses in the area. Sarato a/Forrestall Belvedere The remaining water line and drainage work on Belvedere Street should be completed by the time you receive this newsletter. Thanks you for your patience during con- st:�, clicn. oval Palms Construction of new water lines in the Royal Palms subdivision north of Plaza is scheduled to begin in mid- November and should be completed by the spring of 1998. NOTICE OF WATER QUALITY The City of Atlantic Beach's water system is required by State law to be tested for micro biological contamination. Federal laws require testing for some 24 metals (arsenic, mer- cury, etc.), approximately 40 organic compounds (pesticides, PCB, and petroleum solvents, etc.) and lead and copper. State regulatory inspectors sample the system monthly to verify City sample results and closely monitor the City's sampling schedule to insure City personnel are following the pre- scribed schedule of testing. To date, the City has maintained compliance with all required regulatory sampling. Verification of this can be obtained by calling the State Regulatory Agency at 630-3272. If any vendor or "techni- cian" offers to test your water, they are not authorized by the City to perform these services. Furthermore, unless water is tested by a certified, independent testing laboratory, the results have no validity. Please be aware of any individuals claiming to "represent the City" and report them to the Police Department. If individuals desire additional testing of their own water beyond the City's extensive required testing, we will be happy to recommend laboratories for private use. For any other questions, please call: Tim Townsend, Utility Plant Division Director, City of Atlantic Beach 247-5842 Residents north of Church Road: Marry E. McNally, Utility Plant Division Director, Buccaneer Division, City of Atlantic Beach 247-5838 &me �25Ta4� —] U.S. HOME FIRES AND FIRE DEATHS UP DURING HEATING SEASON When Atlantic Beach residents think of winter, we often think of holiday parties, festive decorations, and glow- ing fireplaces. What we may not realize is that December, January and February are the leading months for home fires and home fire deaths in the U. S. On average, more than one- third of U. S. home fire deaths occur during the winter months. The nonprofit National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) statistics show that heating equipment fires are the second leading cause of fire deaths in American homes, but during the winter, they are the number -one culprit. 'lens of thousands of home heating fires kill hundreds of people on average each year. According to NFPA, home heating fires are most commonly caused by inadequate chimney cleaning; placing things that can burn too close to space and portable heaters; fueling errors involving liquid- or gas -fueled heaters; and flaws in the design, installation or use of heating equipment. "The good news is that most of these fires are pre- ventable. It's simply a matter of being aware that these haz- ards exist, and taking the few steps necessary to avoid them," says Chief Ruley at the City of Atlantic Beach Fire/Rescue Department. Fire Chief John Ruley recommends having all home heating systems and chimneys inspected annually and cleaned, if necessary, before the start of each heating season. If you use space or portable heaters, keep anything that can burn, including people, pets and furniture, at least three feet away. When leaving the room or going to sleep, make sure to turn heaters off. SMOKE DETECTOR GIVE-AWAY KICK OFF The Atlantic Beach Fire/Rescue Department installed the first complimentary smoke detector the week of November 10th. The Fire Department raised money and received smoke detector donations from the Celebrity Bagging Event held in June to support Atlantic Beach's Smoke Detector Give -Away Program. Atlantic Beach Firefighters implemented the First Alert Jr. Fire Inspector Program during the month of October and the beginning of November. Firefighters visited class- rooms and discussed fire safety lessons to approximately 1,290 school children at Atlantic Beach Elementary and Mayport Elementary. Children from preschool to the fifth grade received interactive presentations. Topics such as call- ing 911 for emergencies and home escape plans were discussed. Those students who reside in multi -story structures were advised to ask their parents to get portable fire escape ladders for each bedroom above the first floor. First Alert with the support of the International Association of Fire Chiefs, provided the educational kits at no cost. The kits included: in -class lesson plans, take-home inspection checklists, certificates to be used for the kids' own home inspection to spark fire safety discussions with parents, an official oath and Junior Fire InSDector sticker badges. The Book Mark Books Make The Perfect G h! - Wide Variety of Sele(tions - Personaliled Service by Knowledgeable Staff - Spe(ial Orders - Free Gift Wrapping - Mailing Service Available Extended Holiday Hours for your Shopping (onveniena Mon -Sat loam - 9pm - Sun Hoon - 6pm It's Beginning To Look A Lot LikeChristmas! Ab.,� The Crabapple Tree is chock �Va�° full of treasures saJ Tree Trimmings THE Wonderful Gifts ERARAPPIA Custom Made Baskets TREE We will mail your gifts for you. free 40 Ocean Boulevard Gift Wrapping. (across from Sea Turtle) ® 249-5182 Atlantic Beach 's Best Kept Secret.... Not any more. We've out- grown our nest and moved BOUTIQUE UNIQUE across the street between The Crabapple Tree & Adessa. 50 Ocean Boulevard ® 241 -71 09 Bleo-MaX, HEALTH FOOD & GROCERIES, INC. ® Vitamins ® Gourmet Foods & Sauces ® Cosmetics e Macrobiotic Food ® Diet 246-1634 Aids ® Pet supplies • T-shirts 299-1 Atlantic Blvd. ® Tai Chi Shoes ® Body Atlantic Beach Building Supplements Who WiR Be There -When You're Away? When business or pleasure .,.'s you . our p ManorLeeward • • y • •,• your •` " d one too. ®®® Fine Dining m2• Planned Group Activities •'� Medication Management 4- Assistance with Daily Activities ®®® Emergency Call System + Nurse on Premises 24 Hours ®®® Shopping & Transportation Services ®®® Convenient Location 4& Long Term Residency Available to the Jacksonville Community Skilled & Alzheimer Respite Care also available. LEEWARD FLEE1* MANORAS vISMI) LIVING RESIDENCES TANDINO Call today for a brochure () 246-9900 ext 107 One Fleet Landing Blvd. Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 www.fleettanding.com �6_ assisted living facility AL07607 P"�6 9 / s Donner Park Community Center Toy Drive The City will collect new and used working toys for the Donner Park Community Center Toy Drive. Toys can be dropped offuntil December 19 at the City's Fire Department (800 Seminole Rd.) or at the Donner Park Community Center (2072 George St.). There is a special need for toys for ages 12-14. Should you have any ques- tion please call Gail Baker at 247-5851. Camp Out Under the Stars Family Camp Out is scheduled for Saturday, March 7, in Jack Russell Park. Registration will begin Monday, ® February 9 and end Friday, Februaiy 27 in the Adele Grage Community Center (716 Ocean Blvd) Mon -Fri, from 7:30-4:30. Cost for the event is $10 per site. Space is limited. For information call the City of Atlantic Beach Parks & Recreation Department at 247-5828. Thanks to Media One for their support of the City's special events. In the past, Continental Cable presently known as Media One sponsored several events such as: Under the Stars Family Camp Out, The Egg Hunt and The Tree Lighting Celebration. Because of their support, many have enjoyed our events. This year's Fletcher High School Homecoming Queen is Atlantic Beach's own Nadirah Baker. Congratulations to Nadirah for her accomplishment. She will be the Mistress of Ceremony for the Atlantic Beach Tree Lighting Celebration. The Atlantic Beach Parks & Recreation Department wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and the Best Wishes throughout the holidays. Don't Drink and Drive! ! ! YWCA is offering classes for Mom and Baby on Sensory Impressions, Homelife, Sleeping Waking & Play, First Foods, and Creating A Peaceful Rhythm. The eight week sessions start January 9th at the YMCA behind City Hall in Atlantic Beach. The cost is $25 for four week session. Call Christine Lester to register at 241-2261. Certified Angus Beefs )A Prime and Choice Beef Farm Fresh Produce ported Cheeses and Paths Boar's Head Deli Fresh Seafood Take out Gourmet Full Grocery 3*103*103* .- 11 I ., . 4; ,. • Gift Baskets • Gourmet Chocolates • Chocolate dipped strawberries • Cannisters of chocolate covered popcorn • bon bon bon bons We ship & deliver P4 � ft -ft CHOCOLATIER BEACHES * MANDARIN * SAN MARCO * AVONDALE 246-0277 262-2462 398-2488 387-3827 Th tt ,/ Network Realty Property Management Division Rentals We service from St. John's Bluff Rd. to the Ocean & Atlantic Beach through Ponte Vedra. Management Our Property Management Program includes, at h 'e Peter C. Sapia Joan Sapia our expense, a compre ensw Vice President President maintenance & repair program. CRS.GR/ CRS.GR! test/ -1®® 1-800-626-2383 254 Third St. Neptune Beach ITW. A Bounty of unique gifts for the hard -to -shop -for. Christmas Potpourri Chimes Shell Christmas Ornaments Holiday Cards & Invitations fixed® Rentals Frames Pottery Complimentary Gift Wrapping 247-2273 ® 363 Atlantic Blvd. 10-6 Mon -Sat 12-4 Sun Quality Work ® Reasonable Rates Preventive Dentistry • Cosmetic Bonding Crowns • Bridges ® Dentures ® Root Canals Emergency Dentistry • Nitrous Oxide ae/ 246-2222 469-5 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach IL Across from K -Mart in Laura Plaza Q B The City wishes to remind pet owners that anyone walking a dog in public has the responsibility to clean up after the dog, and to carry a device or utensil to clean up after the dog. If the dog defecates on the beach, street end, or in another public place, the person walking the dog is required to remove the feces, not simply bury them. This section of the code also protects other people's yards from similar damage. If you walk your dog around the city, please be a responsible pet owner and clean up after it. Aside from the legal considerations, your responsible pet ownership will pro- vide for a cleaner and safer environment for you, your friends, and your neighbors. eG& 4c"P4MMM44, As the "winter" months rapidly approach and we put our boats in storage and the trees begin to shake their foliage, it's time again to be reminded of the Atlantic Beach ordi- nances. Boats should be properly stored behind the front yard setback line. Here in Atlantic Beach that line generally lies 20 -feet behind the City right-of-way. Still confusing?, as a rule of thumb - if your boat is stored behind the front of your home (side or back) then you meet the code. If you receive a notice of violation you will have thirty (30) days to move the boat or recreational vehicle. If you are cleaning out your yard or raking leaves, please place the discarded items or bags of leaves on the curb side of your property. Remember, no one item should weigh over 40 pounds or exceed 5 feet in length. Help keep Atlantic Beach clean. Do not place yard or other trash on City islands and medians. HolidayPa ". . T"to� Any deal that looks too good to be true, probably is too good to be true. Every year the Police Department receives com- plaints relative to deals that were spectacular and irresistible. The most common complaints are that the merchandise was not up to the stated or advertised quality, or that the merchan- dise turns out to be stolen. In either case, the customer becomes a victim. If you are approached by someone offering a special deal, especially if the merchandise includes jewelry, televi- sions, VCRs, stereos (including vehicle systems), radar detec- �a� Continued on next page Police Department cont.... tors, or other electronic equipment, you should pause and consider the circumstances. If this person is a stranger to you, they are not operating out of a licenced business, and they are offering an incredible deal because of some emergency cir- cumstance, you are encouraged to call the police department and have them check it out. If the person is legitimate, then it will be a minor inconvenience to them. If they are selling sub- standard merchandise, or if the merchandise is stolen, then the police can take appropriate action to see that they do not victimize you or your friends and neighbors. "1 am going home and I only live a few blocks away. " "I only had a few drinks. " "Its Thanksgiving (or Christmas), can't you give me a break?" "I don't usually drive after drinking, but I was just coming home from a Jaguar game ( or Christmas party, etc.). " These are some of the comments that officers hear during the holiday season from impaired drivers who are try- ing to explain why the officer should "give them a break." Although many of these drivers are sincere, the excuses are ineffective in avoiding arrest and prosecution. The Atlantic Beach Police Department will be assigning additional officers for traffic enforcement during the holiday season, and the excuses mentioned above will not be acceptable for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Please plan ahead and assure that anyone driving your vehicle is alcohol -free. Even small amounts of alcohol impair judgement and vision. If you drink, don't drive! OMUW17,� With Fall weather, citizens are more prone to open their windows to enjoy the fresh and air and cool breezes. Typically this time of year, two types of problems arise as a result of this practice. 1. With the windows open, it is much easier for a bur- glar or thief to steal items out of your home. An open window may be an open invitation to a burglar. It provides easy access to entering your home, and it allows a suspect to reach through your window and steal items without actually enter- ing the home. Each year televisions, VCRs, and purses are stolen through open windows. The Police Department rec- ommends securing your windows or taking other security measures to prevent easy access to your valuables and your home. 2. Noise complaints increase in the Fall, especially barking dogs. Perhaps the problem exists throughout the year, but it disturbs more people in the months when win - down are open. Sometimes the dog owners are not even aware of the problem because the dogs only bark when the owners are gone. When a dog barks incessantly and disturbs the neighborhood, it creates neighborhood conflict and vio- lates city codes. There are a variety of solutions to the problem, and Atlantic Beach Animal Control can assist the dog owner knowing the options. However, if the problem continues, the owner may be cited for the violation. An example of one solution is the use of electronic devices that emit a high pitch noise when the dog barks. It does not hurt the dog, but it dis- courages the dog from barking. If you have a dog that disturbs your neighbors, please be a good neighbor and find a solution. From All The Emplogees of the Citg of Atlantic • In an emergency Situation, immediate access to medical treatment can mean the difference between life and death. You don't know when you'll need emergency care. But it's comforting to know that there io an emergency department backed by a full Service hospital that stands ready to treat those medical emergencies 24 hours a day. Because in an emergency situation... moments count. Carol Mabry -n 246®4163 Emma Ebert 18 Years of Superior Service & Our New Location!! • Gift Certificates • Vacation Layaways • Discount Coupons 1713 Penman Road ® Jacksonville Beach k Anthony S ' M.D. Board Certified, Family Practice • Physicals - all ages • Routine women's health/ pap smears • Routine pediatric care • Immunizations • Treatment of minor injuries and emergencies • Treatment of common skin problems • Laboratory Services/X-ray We accept most insurance plans Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.* Thursday until noon Same day appointments available. 13170 Atlantic Boulevard, Suite 54 Corner of Atlantic and Hodges Boulevards (904)221-3301 A Member of St. Lu%'s Hospital Primary Care Network 13M"qic� 6"w4aw IIOLEDAY LUMINARIA Sunday, December 21, has been chosen as "Light Night" for display of the laminaria. Please plan on joining us by participating, and encouraging your friends and neigh- bors to do likewise. The use of luminaria is a tradition in many parts of the world and provides a simple, inexpensive way of wel- coming the holidays. Committee members will be selling luminaria kits prior to December 21. Each kit contains six candles, bags, and instructions, and sells for $2.00. Proceeds from the sale are used for tree planting and land- scaping of City property. For additional information or to order kits, please contact June Morris, Committee Chairperson, at 247-8511, or Carl Walker, Beautification Coordinator, at 247-5828. The "Fall Bright Spots Tour" held in mid- November, was a big success. Our congratulations to those residents whose yards were included, and a note of thanks to those who took the tour. It won't be long before the Spring tour will be held, The beach access/street end improvement program is alive and well! Neighborhood groups at 11th Street and at 13th Street have been very busy over the past few months working to improve their respective accesses. Both projects have resulted in a greatly improved, attractive access for all to enjoy. A sincere thanks to all who took part in these improvements. Plans are on the drawing board for other accesses, and some other locations have recently refurbished their street ends. In closing, the Committee members, the City Gardener and the Coordinator wish each of you a happy and beautiful holiday season and year to come. ID'S TIPS: If you haven't already done your lawn winterizing, you should do it NOW! With all the forecasts for bad weath- er this winter because of the El Nino, you might want to get an early start on banking up those plants and flowers that don't take low temperatures well. If you start now to put up frames to cover citrus and banana trees, then you won't be out at 10 PM or 11 PM look- ing for something to put your tent up when a freeze does come. If you did not get that last grass cutting done, DON'T do it now - - leave it to help protect the grass roots from the cold. Some good weather flowering plants are: pansies, snapdragons, petunias and ornamental cabbage and kale Finally, if you want your yard to be nice and green all winter, consider putting in some winter rye grass. 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 50 Ocean Blvd. Atlantic Beach 241-7109 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 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 Baptist Medical Center -Beaches 1350 13th Ave.South Jacksonville Beach 247-2900 JEWELRY Allen's Jewelers 115 First Street Neptune Beach 247-7766 OB/GYN Dr. Samuel A. Christian/Dr. C.W.Randolph, M.D. 1375 Roberts Dr. Suite 205 Jacksonville Beach 249-4331 PLUMBERS Larry Teague & Sons Plumbing, Inc. Atlantic Beach 249-7100 COUNTRY CLUBS REALTY COMPANIES Selva Marina Country Club Prudential Network Realty 1600 Selva Marina Drive Sales Office Atlantic Beach 246-4827 363-12 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach 241-2417 CRUISE Carol Mabry & Emma Ebert LA Cruise Atlantic Beach 241-2417 Mayport 241-7200 Management/Rental Joan & Peter Sapia 254 Third St. IREWOOD Neptune Beach 246-1200 Webers Services Watson Realty Atlantic Beach 246-9930 Melissa Nelson 1-800-288-6330 904 285-6300 or 904 249-3037 DENTISTS Jan Shields John M. Della Porta, 1117 Atlantic Blvd. 469 Atlantic Blvd. #5 Neptune Beach 249-3804 Atlantic Beach 246-2222 GIFT SHOPS The Crabapple Tree_ 40 Ocean Blvd Atlantic Beach 249-5182 GOURMET FOOD The Market at Northshore 363 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach 246-2441 TRAVEL AGENCY A Travel Place 1713 Penman Road Jacksonville Beach 246-4163 Vacations, Trips `N Tours 140 12th St. AB 246-6827 TREE MAINTENANCE Weber's Tree Service Professional Tree Trimming Atlantic Beach 241-4895 0 249-4331 or 249-3143 1315 Roberts Drive, Suite 205 ® Jacksonville Beach MAYPORT CAR CARE CENTEVINC. e 4 1VU401 FREQUENTLY CALLED 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 Amall (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 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 1',up ,ay r" VV,.iacia 63u -Lull 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 Buying or Selling a glome Can Be So Easy! Melissa Nelson simplifies the complicated issues of your most important investment; — (ustomiled (lient needs assessment — Finan(ially knowledgeable — Personal attention — Thoroughly professional Make the informed choice - 1-800-288-6330 '1f 904 285-6300 iVe l SSG% 904 249-3037 elson u Selva Marina Country Club in Atlantic Beach and save $50010 (offer valid until 2/28/98) Full Golf Membership includes: 18 -Hole Full -Facility Golf Course, 12 Tennis Courts (clay & hard court), Newly Renovated Clubhouse, Olympic Pool and Fitness Room For more information on your savings call: Kirsten Nixa, Membership Director 904-246-4827 or stop in at 1600 Selva Marina Drive.