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By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

TPA Group, of Atlanta, has announced the details for The Edison Suncoast, a project under construction in the Northpointe Village development, off State Road 54, in Lutz.

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Completion of the first 77,500-squarefoot building is expected in the first quarter of 2020, and the schedule for the second building will be based on demand, said Barry Oaks, senior director for Cushman & Wakefield, the exclusive leasing agent for the project.

The project is being built on a speculative basis, supported through a low-interest,

partially forgivable loan from Pasco County, said Bill Cronin, president/CEO of Pasco Economic Development Council Inc. The project is in response to an evolving market, Oaks added.

“Pasco County and surrounding areas have become more developed,” Oaks said.

“We feel there’s an unmet need for office See EDISON, page 19A

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Showing off their horticultural expertise The Nature Coast Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society recently had a “Propagation Show and Tell” presented by master gardener Eileen Hart and native plant nursery owner David Barnard. Hart demonstrated the technique of air-layering, as a propagation method for woody shrubs and trees. Barnard, owner of Cypress Acres Nursery, in Land O’ Lakes, shared his knowledge of plant propagation and germination. Both experts have more than 30 years of experience. The chapter meets at the Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park Community Center, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., on the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Meetings are free and open to the public. Above, during the hands-on portion of the meeting, master gardener Eileen Hart, left, shows 10-year-old Lily Cochran, of Odessa, center, and her 8-year-old sister Violet, the proper way to cut into the bark, to begin the air layering propagation process. Carl Waldron, of San Antonio, watches from the back.

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Joel Jackson, of Land O’ Lakes, a 39-year member of the Nature Coast Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society, auctions off several plants before the meeting, including this Trumpet Creeper Vine. Jackson is a former manager for Park Planning, Design and Conservation in Hillsborough County. Carl Waldron, of San Antonio, is behind Jackson.

David Barnard, owner of Cypress Acres Nursery in Land O’ Lakes, explains his method of plant propagation and germination, using a tray of seedlings as an example. Barnard has been growing native plants for 30 years.

Request raises questions about sites for schools, parks

By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

The Pasco County Planning Commission has recommended approval of a change that would make it easier for landowners along State Road 52, near Bellamy Brothers Boulevard, to pursue development.

However, planning commissioners also are recommending that any development done in the area be accompanied by a map that identifies where future sites would be located for schools and parks.The requirement for that map would be triggered before any residential development is allowed.

Planning commissioners also recommend that no heavy industrial be allowed, except for that which falls under the definition of a targeted industry. Targeted industries are the types of businesses the county is trying to attract to provide more high-wage jobs in Pasco.

The planning commissioners’ recommendations came during a discussion of the current land use policies involving the Central Pasco Employment Village Area Plan.

The village plan, which was adopted in

2007, recognized a coordinated effort among landowners to create a vision for 2,400 acres of land, with goals of providing jobs and housing, among other things. A financial plan for the area was among the original conditions.

Since then, however, there have been some changes in land ownership and at least one of the landowners has asked the Pasco County Commission to change the policies so they can seek approval for an individual plan for their land.

That’s why the county’s planning staff is seeking changes, explained Nectarios Pittos, director of planning and development for Pasco County.

“This particular text amendment is a county-initiated text amendment. It was found to be difficult to come together to develop the entire planning area at once,” Pittos said.

Planning Commissioner Michael Cox, however, isn’t wild about changing the approach.

“Overall, I have a problem with this whole request,” Cox said.

See REQUEST, page 19A

A winter play park in Florida?

By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

A new winter play park may be coming to East Pasco.

The attraction would have a snow hill where people could go snow-tubing, an area where they could play in the snow, and other features.

The winter park would be situated next to the Tree Hoppers Aerial Adventure Park, off St. Joe Road, east of Bellamy Brothers Boulevard, in Dade City.

The Pasco County Planning Commission and the county’s planning department have recommended approval of the request, with conditions.

A dozen letters in support have been incorporated into the public record, as part of the application, but the request also encountered opposition during the planning commission’s July 11 public hearing.

See WINTER, page 19A

Teen’s health struggle makes her a national voice

By Brian Fernandes

Kathy Castor, Charlie Christ, Darren Soto, Ross Spano and Greg Steube.

When Mark and Kelly Dees of Land O’ Along with Hope, Mark Lakes decided to name their unborn daughter and Kelly helped address Hope, it was a sign of their unwavering opticoncerns about stabilizing mism despite devastating news. health coverage for kids.

What was supposed to be an exciting re“As they are adults, takveal of their baby’s gender, soon became a ing responsibility of their moment of sadness after Hope was diagnosed own health care, it’s imwith congenital heart defects. portant that they have the “We were told by the first doctor that she coverage that they need wouldn’t live to see her first birthday,” Kelly and the assistance that recalled. they need,” Kelly said, in an But now, at age 13, Hope has far exceeded interview with The that grim diagnosis.

Laker/Lutz News, after the Not only has she undergone multiple operfamily traveled to ations, she also recently had the chance to Washington D.C. make her voice heard by the nation’s lawmakShe said she wants asers on Capitol Hill. surance that when kids Still, it hasn’t been an easy path. like Hope become adults, that they are guaranteed A FIGHTING CHANCE coverage and not discrimiAfter hearing the initial troubling news nated because of about their daughter, the couple went to St. pre-existing conditions.

Joseph’s Children’s Hospital in Tampa, where Hope is currently on COURTESY OF AMY GALL, BAYCARE HEALTH SYSTEM Children’s a second diagnosis showed a brighter outMedical come.

Services, which falls under Hope Dees, of Land O’ Lakes, sits next to her father, Mark, in the office of U.S. Rep. Gus Hope had a 92 percent success rate of sur- Bilirakis in Washington D.C. The 13-year-old was among many youths who traveled to the Medicaid program. vival, according to Dr. James Huhta, who still Capitol Hill to talk to lawmakers about policies to better help kids with health issues.

There is a premium to cares for her to this day. pay, based on income, but She was born eight weeks premature the program has been with not only a weak heart, but a mild Being in and out of hospitals all her life helpful, Kelly said. form of cerebral palsy, among other and getting to know medical staff, especially However, she said, a child must reapply anhealth complications. at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, has become nually, or the coverage will lapse.

At just 2 months old, she had her first routine for Hope.

One year, Hope’s paperwork was late, and open-heart surgery and spent several “This has always been her normal,” Kelly she was without coverage for a month. months recuperating at All Children’s said of her daughter.“For me, it’s nothing but Changing that system was a topic presentHospital in St. Petersburg. gratitude for all that they’ve done for her over ed to Congress.

Also, her esophagus did not connect the years, and all they continue to do.”

“Some families can’t afford to just abruptly to her stomach and had an abnormal lose their coverage,” Kelly added.“It’s imporconnection to her trachea.This resulted SPEAKING ALOUD FOR ACTION tant that they are able to continue to afford in her being tube fed. Because of her The BayCare Health System and the their own coverage or doctor visits. It’s not complex situation, doctors waited until Children’s Hospital Association have been cheap.” she weighed at least 4 pounds before working in conjunction for years to bring kids Kelly said the reception offered by the fedperforming corrective surgery. with medical needs to Washington D.C., for eral lawmakers was sincere, and they the annual Family Advocacy Day. Hope underwent two more heart surappeared to be willing to see what could be Amy Gall is a regional communications co- done to help kids like Hope. geries, the second at 9 months old and ordinator for the BayCare Health System and the last at age 10.These were performed has become Hope’s friend.

STILL PRESSING FORWARD at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital.

“We’ve been bringing a family up to meet She had other health concerns, too.

Even after everything Hope has endured, with the legislators every summer,” Gall said.

When Hope was 18 months, her parshe still views herself as an average teenager, Because Kelly is an advocate for protecting her mom said. ents noticed she was walking unusually.

Medicaid for kids, Gall knew that Hope would Over the years, she has had to go When she has free time, she practices the be the perfect candidate to go to Capitol Hill piano and goes swimming. And as she prethrough extensive physical therapy and with her family from June 24 to June 27. orthopedic surgery on her left leg and pares to enter eighth grade at Dr. John Long Like dozens of other youth from around Middle School, she plans to sing soprano in foot. the nation, Hope had the opportunity to meet the choir.

“As she grows, the bone grows faster with congressional representatives from their than the muscle,” Kelly explained. “The While she was visiting Rep. Ross Spano’s respective states, and perhaps help to influ- office, he showed the family a sign engraved bone is growing and the tendon is Hope Dees, 13, stands alongside U.S. Rep. ence policy. pulling in because it’s not as long as the with the words:“Never give up.”

Charlie Crist while on a trip to Washington At Capitol Hill, Hope had the chance to bone.”

Kelly said she’s inspired by the same meet with U.S. Senators Marco Rubio and mantra — and, she added, that her daughter, Although Hope uses a leg brace for D.C. She and her parents spoke to Florida Rick Scott. Also present were U.S. Hope, has taught her the true meaning of stability, she still may need another sur- legislators about health care coverage for kids with medical needs.

Representatives Gus Bilirakis,Vern Buchanan, those words. gery.

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Pasco embarks on new type of high school

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The Pasco County school district is planning a new magnet high school that doesn’t fit the traditional mold.

It will combine a rigorous curriculum along with technical skills training — and will seek community partnerships to give students real-world experiences, said Ray Gadd, deputy superintendent for Pasco County Schools.

Coming up with a name for the school is a little bit tricky, Gadd said.

The idea is to prepare students to have many options when they leave high school — whether, say, they want to work as a welder for someone else; or, they want to have their own welding business.

While the district invites public suggestions to help it come up with a name for the school, it is proceeding with the school’s design.

The magnet school will be built at Curley and Keifer roads, in Wesley Chapel, on the former Kirkland Ranch property.The school is being built to accommodate 900 students, but is designed for expansion, if there’s a larger demand.

Students are expected to come primarily come from Zephyrhills, Wiregrass Ranch, Cypress Creek, Wesley Chapel and Pasco high schools, but also might come from as far away as Sunlake and Land O’ Lakes high schools.

The planned opening date is fall of 2022, and the school may begin operations with just a freshman class, or perhaps freshman and sophomore classes, Gadd said.

The district wants to give the school some time to develop its own community and to build its brand, he explained.

As time goes on, the school wants to become increasingly involved in the community and for the community to be increasingly involved in the school, the deputy superintendent said.

For instance, the district also has begun having conversations with people who have various types of expertise.

Pasco County School Board policy encourages community members, educators and students to provide suggestions for school names. The board has the final say.

Suggested names should be accompanied by a brief explanation. Email submissions to dhebert@ pasco.k12.fl.us, with the subject line “school name,” or fax them to (813) 794-2716.

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Ray Gadd, deputy superintendent for Pasco County Schools, talks about a new high school the district plans to open in 2022 that will combine opportunities for mastering academics and technical skills.

Sometimes those conversations may yield helpful suggestions for refining the curriculum; other times, they may lead to partnerships that support programs, or provide real-world opportunities for students, Gadd said.

The leadership at this school will likely be different, too. Rather than a principal and assistant principal, it’s likely to have leaders who spend part of their time on campus and part of their time out in the community, he said.

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There also will be post-secondary education programs offered after-hours, Gadd said.

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Moon documentary

The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will present a new documentary, including newly discovered 65mm footage, on July 27 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the first manned moon landing.

For information, call (352) 567-3576.

Celebrate moon landing

The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel, will host an Apollo Star Viewing on July 27 at 8:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing.

Guests can look at the stars, the moon and planets through a telescope.

There also will be NASA videos streaming inside the library, a space art collection on display, and goodie bags with some commemorative items, including information packets on space and protecting the night skies.

For information, contact Melanie Crowson at (813) 469-9275 or scopegal617@gmail.com.

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BUNCO PARTY

The GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club will host a Bunco Party/Taco Bar Luncheon on July 25 at 10 a.m., at the Lutz Community Center.The cost is $15.All proceeds will be used to purchase school supplies for local students in need. Guests can bring a friend, too. For information, call (813) 949-4185.

LEARNING ADVENTURE

The Zephyrhills Public Library, 5347 Eighth St., will present a Learning Adventure: Mother Goose Rhyme Time on July 25 at 10 a.m., for children age 3 to 5, with their parent or caregiver.The theme will be summer and picnics. For information, call (813) 780-0064.

PARTY IN THE PARK

Hillsborough County Parks & Recreation will host a Party in the Park on July 25 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Carrollwood Village Park, 4680 W.Village Drive in Tampa.The free party will include games, music and food. For information, visit HCFLGov.net/Parks.

BALLOON-MAKING

The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel, will host a craft for tweens on July 25 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Participants can learn to make balloon animals and more. For information, call (813) 788-6375.

COOK BOOK CLUB

The Zephyrhills Public Library, 5347 Eighth St., will host the Cook Book Book Club on July 25 from noon to 1:30 p.m.The challenge is to make a dish that includes garbanzo beans (also known as chick peas or Chi-Chi beans). Browse through the library’s collection for recipes, or use your own. Bring a dish to share. For information, call (813) 780-0064.

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Vine Church, 4743 Allen Road in Zephyrhills, hosts these community events: • Feeding at Zephyr Park,Wednesdays and

Fridays at 4 p.m.

• Mobile Medical Unit at the church, the fourth Thursday of every month, providing free medical services for those with no health insurance • Mobile Shower Unit at the church, every Monday and Friday from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., with a reservation For information, call (813) 446-3821 or (813) 298-3232.

KIDS & EMERGENCIES

The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel, will offer a Red Cross Pillowcase Project on July 26 at 11 a.m., for grades three to eight. Students can learn to identify the best ways to stay safe during emergencies, identify the best ways to prevent and stay safe during a home fire, use coping skills to help manage stress during emergencies, gain confidence in their abilities to be prepared for emergencies through hands-on activities, use their knowledge to act as advocates for emergency preparedness in their homes and communities, discuss the role science plays in preparedness, and understand and communicate the work of the Red Cross in their communities. For information, call (813) 788-6375.

MAKE A DROID

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host “Astromech Engineers” on July 26 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., for ages 9 to 15. Participants can use the Droid Inventor Kits by littleBits to make an astromech droid and control it by using an app. Preregistration is required by calling (813) 929-1214.

TIRE RECYCLING

Citrus County Solid Waste Management Division will accept tires at the Central Landfill, 230 W. Gulf to Lake Highway (State Road 44) in Lacanto, on July 26 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and July 27 from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Residents can dispose of a maximum of 25 passenger and/or pickup truck tires, without rims, for free.The event does not apply to waste tire haulers or commercial

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THE LITTLE MERMAID

The New Tampa Players will present “The Little Mermaid” on July 26 at 2 p.m., July 27 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., July 28 at 2 p.m.,Aug. 2 at 8 p.m.,Aug. 3 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Aug. 4 at 2 p.m., at the University Area Cultural Development Center, 14013 N. 22nd St., in Tampa.The production will have a circus twist and will feature wellknown songs from the film.Tickets are $25 for adults; $23 for seniors/students/military; $21 per child; and $20 per group of 15 or more.Tickets can be purchased at the University Area center itself, or online at New-TampaPlayers.ticketleap.com/littlemermaid/dates.

COMMUNITY GARDEN

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host a garden meeting July 27 at 2 p.m., to discuss the development and direction of the Land O’ Lakes Library Community Garden. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

POWER WALK

Dress for Success Tampa Bay will host its eighth annual Power Walk for Dress for Success on July 27 from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., at Westfield Citrus Park Mall, 8021 Citrus Park Town Centre in Tampa.The event will celebrate family, fitness and financial independence. Each mile on the 3.1-mile walk represents the three phases the Dress for Success clients experience.

For information on the organization, visit TampaBay.DressForSuccess.org. For information, including registration, teams and fundraising, visit tinyurl.com/y3wkk78v.

THE WIZARD OF OZ

The Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St., in Tampa, will show “The Wizard of Oz” on July 28 at 3 p.m., as part of its annual Summer Classics Movie Series.Tickets are $10 for general admission and $7 for

theater members. For information and tickets, visit TampaTheatre.org.

MAKE A DREAMCATCHER

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host a dreamcatcher workshop on July 29 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.The theme will be celestial/space mermaid.All supplies will be provided.

Registration is required by calling (813) 929-1214.

HARRY POTTER

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host a teen Summer Reading Club with the theme of Harry Potter Wizardry on July 30 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Participants can come dressed in their own witch or wizardry best, watch a movie and eat snacks. For information, call (813) 9291214.

PAINTING PROGRAM

The Land O’ Lakes Senior Center, 6801 Wisteria Loop, will host “Mocktails and Painting” on July 30 at 2 p.m.There will be free nonalcoholic refreshments, and supplies will be provided. Participants can learn the art of painting a beach scene.Admission is free. Space is limited. For information and to register, call (813) 929-1200.

MAKE A NIGHTLIGHT

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host Try It Tuesday on July 30 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., for school-age children. Participants can make a mason jar nightlight. For information, call (813) 9291214.

UKULELE LUAU

The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel, will host a Ukulele Luau on July 30 at 11 a.m., for ages 11 and older.

Free ukulele lessons will be offered.There also will be food. Library ukuleles will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

You do not need a library card to attend.

For information, call (813) 788-6375.

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Cobb Grove 16 theatres, 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd., in Wesley Chapel, will host its final free summer kid movies on July 30, July 31 and Aug. 1 at 10 a.m. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Only same-day ticketing will be available.The movies will be “How to Train Your Dragon,”“Hidden World” and “Captain Underpants.” For information, call (813) 948-5444.

BEEF CATTLE SEMINAR

UF/IFAS Pasco Extension will offer a seminar entitled “Improving Your Beef Cattle” on July 30 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Clayton Hall, 36702 State Road 52 in Dade City. Cattle owners can learn how to use performance data to choose bulls and replacement heifers for their herd. Breed differences also will be discussed, and participants can learn how yield and quality grade is determined in market cattle.To register, visit bit.ly/ImproveCattle.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay will host an orientation/training session on July 30 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Wesley Chapel Honda, 27750 Wesley Chapel Blvd., for anyone interested in becoming a mentor/volunteer. For information, contact Deb Kristol-Irwin at (813) 997-6881 or DebK@bbbstampabay.org.

INSTRUMENT SESSION

The Florida Orchestra’s Instrument Petting Zoo will stop at the Lutz Community Center, 98 First Ave., N.W., July 30 at 11 a.m.

Kids, ages 5 to 12, can see, touch, hear and play the instruments of the orchestra.There also will be a short presentation. For information, call (813) 273-3652.

ROCK PAINTING

The Zephyrhills Public Library, 5347 Eighth St., will offer teen rock painting on July 31 at 3:30 p.m., for ages 10 and older. Rocks and paint pens will be provided. Class size is limited. Registration is required by calling (813) 780-0064.

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The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will host the final Preteen Summer Reading Club program with an Astronaut Ice Cream Party on July 31 at 3:30 p.m. For information, call (352) 567-3576.

HOLLI’S PUPPETS

The Zephyrhills Public Library, 5347 Eighth St., will host “Happy Holli’s Puppets” on July 31 at 10:30 a.m., for kindergarten through fifth grade, and their caregivers.This will be an educational journey into the Lost World of snakes and tortoises, with a live animal presentation. For information, call (813) 780-0064.

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Meridien Research in Spring Hill recently had a patient whose dementiarelated agitation dramatically subsided while participating in an Alzheimer’s clinical study it was conducting.

“When we first met this patient, he was pacing, walking up and down the halls, and kept repeating that he wanted to leave,” said Sarah Hollingshead, site director for Meridien’s Spring Hill office.

“He had participated in another clinical trial at a different site, and was not happy with his previous experience. But here, we made him feel welcome and comfortable, and he agreed to give clinical research trial another try. The patient completed one study with us and saw great results. He then completed a second and saw mixed results. Now he’s in his third study, and he’s singing in our office and joking with us. His agitation symptoms have really subsided.”

While people participate in medical research studies for a variety of personal reasons, their participation also enables advances in medicine that can benefit everyone.

“Volunteers in medical research studies help with the development of medical therapies that may offer better treatments, and even cures, for life-threatening and chronic diseases,” said Hollingshead.

Meridien Research needs participants for many studies, including dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, endometriosis, ulcerative colitis, idiopathic constipation, and low testosterone. It also is conducting a memory study for healthy people. There is no charge to participate, and no health insurance is necessary.

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“All of our research protocols are approved by an institutional review board that oversees the safety and welfare of our participants,” said Hollingshead. “This board ensures that the benefits of study participation outweigh the risks, and sets the protocols to determine the suitability of a patient to be included in the study.”

All clinical trial activities at the Spring Hill location are overseen by Drs. James Andersen, Richard Powell, and Gigi Lefebvre.

“Whenever someone is participating in a clinical trial, they are closely monitored,” said Hollingshead. “Once a patient is on the medication, he is often seen on a weekly, bi-weekly or monthly basis — usually more than they would be seen by their regular physician.”

Meridien Research’s Spring Hill site also offers free memory testing, and sponsors a monthly Alzheimer’s caregiver support group that includes respite care.

“We offer free memory testing as a courtesy to our community,” said Hollingshead. “Our support group meets once a month, and caregivers can bring their loved ones to the meeting because we offer free respite care.”

Hollingshead derives great satisfaction from her work and the role that Meridien Research plays in helping people and science. She invites people to give her a call to see if they or someone they know will qualify for a clinical study at Meridien’s Spring Hill location.

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A place for memories Barbara Booth, the GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club Home Life co-chair, presented a number of hand-sewn satin ‘bereavement envelopes’ to Anthony Capellini, director of volunteer services at AdventHealth hospital. The memory packets will be presented to grieving parents whose newborns have recently passed away. For information about the woman’s club, visit GFWCLutzLandOLakesWomansClub.org.

Pasco joins the mission of Seniors in Service

By Mary Rathman mrathman@lakerlutznews.com

Seniors in Service is a nonprofit organization that provides valuable resources to local communities through volunteerism.

Its main focus is helping people age 55 and older find the right volunteer opportunities for them that strengthen the local community.

Volunteers can serve and make a difference in a number of ways: • Provide companionship. Help isolated homebound elders live independently, with dignity, in their own homes. Provide respite care for worn-out caregivers. Make weekly check-in phone calls for people who need support.

• Be a mentor or tutor to struggling children to help improve their academic and social skills • Help at a food pantry or food bank to help end hunger • Facilitate weekly workshops on nutrition and low-impact exercise • Facilitate small groups that share about

life transitions and productive aging topics • Work with nonprofits through events, clerical, administrative duties, fundraising, advocates, advisors and more Seniors in Service has received numerous awards, including the 2017 WEDU Be More Knowledgeable Award and the 2016 Tampa Bay Business Journal Nonprofit of the Year-Family Services.

The nonprofit also was named a finalist for the 2018 WEDU Be More Brilliant Award.

Volunteers at Seniors in Service have helped for more than 30 years in Hillsborough, Polk and Pinellas counties.

Now, Pasco County also will be included.

Volunteers have flexible hours, and can choose when, where and how to pitch in.

Chris Noble is the liaison/coordinator for Pasco County and is looking to partner together to help make the community stronger.

For information on the organization, visit SeniorsInService.org.

To find out how to help, contact Chris Noble at (813) 760-3050 or cnoble@ seniorsinservice.org.

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armen Livingstone has found the perfect home at Lakeview at Citrus Park. The active retiree recently moved to this Mattamy Home community and says she could not be happier with the quality of her new home, and the outstanding service she received from Mattamy’s staff.

“Everyone was so helpful, and just wonderful to work with,” said Livingstone, who downsized from a 4,000-square-foot home in a nearby Westchase neighborhood. “I love that everything is brand new, and that I do not have to worry about maintenance or upkeep on my home. Any little problem that I’ve had, even just a nick in the wall, Mattamy took care of it very quickly.”

Livingstone chose the Marianna floor plan, which at 1,660 square is the smallest townhome of five floor plans available in this 124-townhome community.

“My home feels so spacious, with an amazing great room/kitchen/dining combination, three large bedrooms upstairs, plus a half bath down and two baths up,” said Livingstone. “But, what I love best is my lanai, which stretches across the entire back of my home.”

Livingstone’s lanai is 17 feet in width and overlooks a stand of trees that gives her privacy. She loves to garden, and the lanai is the perfect amount of space for her to enjoy her hobby and the outdoors.

“As a single woman, I wanted to live in a community where I felt safe, plus was close to shopping and all the things I enjoy,” said Livingstone, who has lived in Tampa for seven years,

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Carmen Livingstone enjoys reading at tranquil Gant Lake, which touches the shores of Lakeview at Citrus Park.

after relocating from New Jersey and, before that, Chile.

In addition to being a gated community, another big draw for Livingstone was the community’s access to tranquil Gant Lake, where residents share a community pier for fishing, kayaking and paddle-boarding.

“Just about every evening, I walk down to the lake and enjoy the magnificent sunsets from the pier,” said Livingstone. “And, in the morning, I enjoy coffee on my lanai — there is so much nature here to enjoy.”

For families looking for a townhome community with a lot to offer, Lakeview at Citrus Park has recently released a new building, and has eight quick inventory homes available.

Homes range in size from 1,888 to 2,608 square feet, with prices beginning at $292,513. Currently, Mattamy is offering an incentive of paid closing costs on select homes.

Lakeview at Citrus Park offers one on the most convenient locations in the north Tampa area, as it is adjacent to the Veterans Expressway, just south of the Ehrlich Road exit at the end of Tom Fuller Road. Mattamy Homes has been selling in this community for just a year, and has already sold over 50 homes in this very popular community.

Lakeview has three models that are beautifully decorated and furnished, which feel as spacious and private as single-family homes. Prices are very affordable, beginning in the mid $200s.

In addition to retirees like Livingstone, residents include young families, whose youngsters enjoy the community tot lot, and professionals wanting an easy commute to the airport, the Westshore business district and downtown Tampa. All residents enjoy private access to Gant Lake for kayaking, fishing or enjoying the scenic views.

Five miles north of Lakeview, also located next to the Veterans Expressway, is Mattamy Homes’ Lutz community of Avea Pointe.

This gated community’s new amenity center is now open, also with a resort-style pool and cabanas. A grand opening celebration is open to the public on Saturday, Aug. 3 from noon to 3 p.m., with complimentary food from two popular food trucks.

Located off Van Dyke Road, just west of Dale Mabry Highway, Avea Pointe is especially popular with families because of the excellent schools its children attend: Steinbrenner High, Martinez Middle and Schwarzkopf Elementary. Plus, Sunlake Academy of Math and Science, a charter school for grades K-8, is just a mile away on Dale Mabry Highway.

Avea Pointe offers unique, open floor plans, all with 2-car garages. In August, it is introducing two new home designs that are smaller homes with one-car garages, to complement the spacious floor plans of its other townhomes.

Current base pricing for these smaller plans begin in the upper $200s. An array of quick move-in homes are available with special savings, with HOA fees paid on select homes.

Model homes are under construction and slated to be complete in early October. The sales center just debuted on location, and is open daily at 5653 Van Dyke Road in Lutz.

Visit MattamyHomes.com, or call (813) 580-7303, to learn more about these communities. Buyers of quick move-in homes enjoy special savings and incentives. Please see a New Home Counselor for terms and conditions.

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Keep Your Family Healthy With A Free Air Duct Inspection

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“Nothing is more important than the health of my children, and I know how important indoor air quality is to their well-being,” said White, the children’s father.

White and his wife, Natalie, understand why they need to keep their air ducts clean, because the family owns the Stanley Steemer franchise on State Road 54 in Lutz.

“We want people to know that harmful mold growth can be prevented with regular inspections and cleaning of their air ducts,” said White. “To prevent mold from growing, the best action is to be proactive – to have your air ducts inspected before dust accumulates to a level that can support mold growth.”

White explains that mold needs two things to grow — moisture and food.

“In Florida, we have plenty of moisture because of our humidity.

And, because so many homes have hard surfaces like tile and wood flooring, there is also plenty of dust in the air,” said White. “Dust and other organic materials are gourmet food sources for mold. When allowed to accumulate in your air ducts, you can be creating a breeding ground for mold growth,” said White.

The National Air Duct Cleaning Association (NADCA) identifies the following symptoms of mold growth: runny and stuffy noses, itchy throat and ears, hives, swollen and itchy eyes, coughing and wheezing, and difficulty breathing. Unfortunately, some people are more sensitive than others, especially young children.

“If your air ducts have mold spores, every time someone turns on their air conditioner, these spores are spread throughout your home and recirculated multiple times a day,” said White.

Stanley Steemer in Lutz has invested in a $150,000 Caddy Vac vacuum truck for air duct cleaning, shown here in front of the business’ State Road 54 location.

Powerful airflow safely removes dust and debris.

NADCA, which Stanley Steemer is a Certified Firm of, recommends that homes be inspected every two years by one of its certified technicians. If excessive dust is found, it recommends a powerful vacuum removal of this debris to prevent mold from growing.

“This is why our company does not charge to do air duct home inspections —we want families to be proactive, and not wait to have their ducts inspected before it is too late, and the mold cannot be safely removed,” said White.

Stanley Steemer’s air duct inspectors are NADCA certified, which

means they work for a licensed contractor, have extensive field experience and industry-specific knowledge of approved procedures to safely clean air ducts.

Heading up the company’s air duct division is Earl Thompson, who has worked for the White family for 17 years. Thompson and his team typically conduct two air duct cleanings and up to seven inspections daily in Pasco, Hillsborough and Pinellas counties.

“Earl is very experienced, and regularly trains his cleaning technicians on the proper use of our vacuum truck and other equipment, so that all dislodged debris is properly removed from the home,” said White.

White’s company has invested in a powerful Caddy Vac vacuum truck for its air duct cleaning division.

“Our truck is huge — the size of a fire truck — and has an airflow of 12,500 cubic feet per minute,” said White, who adds that his company’s investment in air duct removal is over $150,000. “There’s no comparison between the effectiveness of our powerful vacuum truck, compared to much smaller, Rotobrush systems used by other air duct companies.

These units only provide around 400 cubic feet per minute of suction.”

Before sending its air duct cleaning truck out, White’s technicians inspect a home to determine the necessity and scope of a cleaning.

“About half the homes we inspect do not warrant a cleaning, and there is no charge for the inspection,” said White. “In homes where air ducts need to be cleaned, we give homeowners a written estimate of the cost to clean their air ducts, and schedule the truck for another day.”

Most homes today use fiberglass duct board, which is an absorbent material.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates the use of chemical usage in cleaning air ducts, and states there is currently no biocides, sanitizers or disinfectants that are legally allowed to be sprayed on this form of ductwork.

“If a company advertises that they can remove mold by “fogging” or “sanitizing,” they would be in violation of federal law by doing so and, depending on what they’re spraying, it can be potentially harmful to the inhabitants of the home.”

People often wait until it’s too late to clean their duct system, White said. If an inspector finds active mold growth on fiberglass ductwork NADCA recommends the removal and replacement of that ductwork.

“Mold cannot be safely cleaned from duct board and replacement can be very costly, often costing between $8,000 and $10,000. This is why being proactive and maintaining clean ductwork is so important. ” White said.

Cleaning your air ducts may not seem as important as having your carpet cleaned, but it is, according to White.

“It’s what you breathe – the air that you’re A/C system is pumping into your home all day long, The EPA estimates the average person spends upwards of 90% of their day indoors,” said White. “For the sake of your family’s health, please give us a call for our free home air duct inspection.”

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Live In Avalon Park West — Wesley Chapel’s New Downtown

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hen families are looking for a new place to call home, they have several master-planned communities to choose from in Pasco County. But, there’s none quite like Avalon Park West in Wesley Chapel.

“We are not just developers— we are building a brand new town,” said Stephanie Lerret, senior vice president of marketing and community relations for the Avalon Park Group. “We’re so much more than just another planned community – we’re bringing together everything a family needs to enjoy life today, and in the future.”

Avalon Park West has been welcoming families since 2012, when this community on State Road 54, east of I-75, began building its first homes. Today, 700 homes have been completed or are underway, and 1,500 people live in the community enjoying its unique amenities, neighborhood schools, and convenient location with easy access to Tampa, Lakeland and Orlando.

Residents can choose floorplans from the community’s builders, Avex Homes and Beazer Homes, who offer a variety of home styles, including single-family homes and townhomes. Apartments and senior housing are planned for future phases.

“Our builders offer homes for all demographics — from young families buying their first home, to folks looking to move up to a new home in an upscale community, to empty-nesters wanting the convenience of the no-fuss, townhome lifestyle,” said Lerret. “Avalon is just like a real town — we have homes priced for everyone, from teachers to physicians.”

In addition to its desirable selection of homes ranging from the low $200s to over $400s, Avalon also offers residents places to shop and work in its downtown hub that will be connected to its residential neighborhoods by tree-lined streets, walkways and bike paths.

Construction began last fall on the first phase of downtown Avalon Park West, which includes 130,000 square feet of mixed-use commercial space, with 100 apartments being built above the storefronts.

“We’re building beautiful, twostory buildings with commercial space designed for businesses our residents want close to home — restaurants, bakeries, coffee shops, bars and entertainment, hair and

Artist rendering of downtown Avalon Park West. It’s first phase, with 130,000 square feet of mixed commercial, will open next summer.

nail salons, as well as activities like dance, gymnastic and karate studios,” said Lerret.

And, unlike most subdivisions, Avalon Park West’s commercial area is not strip centers facing the busy road at the community’s entrance.

“We are building a traditional downtown, with stores located inside of our community on the boulevard road leading to our residences, parks and schools,” said Lerret. “We are creating a town that spreads out from the town center connecting to individual neighborhoods — very much like the footprints of small towns found across America.”

The first phase of downtown Avalon Park West will open next summer, at the same time that the expansion of State Road 54 is completed to become a four-lane road.

“We already have a traffic light installed at our residential entrance, and a second light has been approved for our downtown entrance. With these lights, and the widening of State Road 54, it will be easier and quicker for our residents to get to I-75 to the west, and U.S. 301 to the east,” said Lerret.

Downtown Avalon will continue to be built over the next several years, as more residential units are built. Eventually, there will be more than 560,000 square feet of retail, and 120,000 square feet of office space, in its bustling, pedestrianfriendly downtown.

“Our community will not only be a place to live and learn, but also a place to shop and work,” said Lerret. “Joining our retail stores will be small businesses in office parks

Avalon Park West WESLEY CHAPEL • State Road 54, 7 miles east of I-75 1,650-ACRE MASTER-PLANNED COMMUNITY • Developer: Avalon Park Group, Orlando SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES AND TOWNHOMES • Today: 700 homes and 1,500 residents • Build Out: 4,400 homes and 10,000 residents • New homes begin in low $200s SCHOOLS • New River Elementary • Weightman Middle • Wesley Chapel High • Pinecrest Wesley Chapel charter school opens fall 2020 NEW AMENITY CENTER • Opens fall 2019 • Zero-entry pool, splash pad, covered picnic area DOWNTOWN • Opens summer 2020 • First phase: 130,000 sq. ft. of mixed commercial • Apartments above retail BUILDERS • Avex Homes • Beazer Homes • Homes beginning in low $200s

that will employ our residents, such as doctors, dentists, veterinarians, service businesses and satellite offices of larger companies.”

At the same time that the community’s downtown opens, a new charter school, Pinecrest Academy

Wesley Chapel, will open at the community’s entrance.

Students who live in Avalon Park West are zoned to excellent public schools, including New River Elementary (located inside the community), Thomas E. Weightman Middle School and Wesley Chapel High School .

When not in school, youngsters and families enjoy a wide array of amenities at Avalon Park West, including a community garden, swimming pools, tot lots, basketball courts, pocket parks with mini-libraries, dog park, and trails and walkways that will interconnect with its downtown.

Opening later this summer is a second amenity center with a zeroentry pool, splash pad, workout area and spa, and covered picnic area. Looking ahead, a Regional Park with soccer, football and baseball fields is planned for Avalon Park West, in conjunction with Pasco County Parks & Recreation.

Avalon Park West will continue to be developed for the next several years. At build out, this 1,650-acre master-planned community will have about 4,400 single and multifamily homes, and become home to 10,000 residents.

“We have been planning Avalon Park West for many years, and have a clear vision of its future,” said Lerret. “Our owners bought the land in the mid 1980s from the Bill Brown family – one of Wesley Chapel’s pioneer families, and have always been committed to being good stewards to this beautiful land, and making it the premier community in the area.”

New, High-Performing Charter School Coming To Avalon Park West

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amilies with school-aged children who live in Avalon Park attend some of Pasco County’s best public schools located within a few miles of their homes. Soon, they will have the option of going to a brand-new charter school at the community’s entrance.

Pinecrest Academy Wesley Chapel is being opened by Pinecrest Academy Inc., one of the top charter school operators in Florida. In the past few weeks, the school’s walls were erected at the entrance to Avalon Park West.

“Now that the walls are going up, our dream of offering families a topnotch charter school is finally becoming a reality,” said Stephanie Lerret, senior vice president of marketing and community relations for the Avalon Park Group.

The new school will open in time for the 2020-21 school year with 650 students in kindergarten through sixth grade, and plans to expand to serve up to eighth grade. The school’s opening will coincide with the completion of the widening of State Road 54, which runs in front of the school.

Pinecrest Wesley Chapel will offer a core curriculum of English/language arts, mathematics, social science, science and electives, such as performing and fine arts, and world languages. Parents who are interested in the school can go to the website (PinecrestWesleyChapel.com) to fill out an interest form.

“Our goal is to have the very best school in the entire state,” said Lerret.

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The walls are going up at Pinecrest Academy Wesley Chapel, a new charter school being built at the entrance to Avalon Park West.

approval of its Wesley Chapel charter application in 2017 from the Pasco County School Board.

Judith Marty, founding board chair of Pinecrest, expressed enthusiasm at the school’s Wesley Chapel groundbreaking in June.

“Thank you for being here, and thank you for believing in us,” Marty told those gathered.

Marty shared with the crowd that Pinecrest has 16 schools and is opening more. Most of its schools operate in South Florida, but it also has four charter schools in Nevada and will be opening one more in August.

“All of the schools are high-per-

forming,” Marty said. “For example, Pinecrest Prep High School is graduating 99 percent, with a population that is predominantly Hispanic. We also are placing 97 percent of those students in college. Once we commit to a community, we’re not going to let you down.”

The Florida Department of Education recently released school grades for the 2018 school year. All Pinecrest Academy schools earned an “A,” and one of the schools was the top-performing K-8 school in Florida.

Pinecrest Academy Wesley Chapel is supported by Academica.

Academica is an education service and support provider for nearly 200 schools across the country. Serving fourteen National Blue Ribbon schools, Academica is one of the nation’s longest serving and most successful charter school support organizations.

Beat Kahli, president and CEO of Avalon Park Group, spoke at the groundbreaking and told how in the mid-1980s, he invited two dozen real estate agents to ask them for recommendations of what would be good to offer people east of Orlando, at what would become Avalon Park East.

Kahli suspected they would tell him to build golf courses, or a waterpark. Instead, they told him: “We want good schools.”

From that, he learned, “If you have a good school, everything else follows.”

Now, Kahli is involved in creating Avalon Park West.

When the master-planned community is completed, Kahli said, it “will be a town, where you never have to leave if you don’t want because you will be able to satisfy all of your needs.”

“It’s great to be here in Wesley Chapel,” he said. “Let’s build this downtown. Let’s start with the most important — the school.”

Interested families can visit PinecrestWesleyChapel.com to find out more.

Editor’s note: Portions of this story were previously published in the June 19, 2019 issue of The Laker/Lutz News.

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Enhance The Comfort Of Your Home With Energy-Efficient Systems

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lmost everyone wants their power bill to be as low as possible, especially during the summer months. But, a number of people don’t understand what impacts their electric bill the most.

“The cost to run your A/C is the biggest factor — around 50 percent.

Not far behind is your hot water heater, which accounts for 20 to 30 percent of you power bill,” said Miguel Silva, plumbing manager for Cornerstone Pros.

A homeowner can save hundreds of dollars a year by replacing both with energy-efficient systems, which also make their home more livable with endless hot water and cooler air with reduced humidity, said Silva.

Many homeowners decide to upgrade their hot water tank to a tankless system at the same time they upgrade their air conditioning system.

“It’s not unusual for the A/C system and hot water tank to need replacement at the same time,” said Silva. “Both have a life span of 8 to 12 years, and a homeowner can save a lot of time and money if they replace them together.”

Doing both at the same time also allows homeowners to take advantage of Cornerstone’s financing packages — securing one loan for both systems.

“We work with a third party that offers no-interest loans on systems financed for 12 months or less, and low-interest loans for up to 10 years, with no prepayment penalty,” Silva said.

Most homeowners have a general idea that their A/C system and water tank are near the end of their lives, Silva said, but often wait to call for service until the compressor or coil fails, or their tank begins to leak.

“The cost to replace broken parts can be pretty significant, and when a system is old, it will likely need more repairs down the road,” said Silva. “It’s almost always better to invest in a new system, because ultimately the

old system will fail, and the money spent on repairs would be better invested in a new system that is more energy-efficient.”

All new air conditioning systems installed in homes today must have a SEER rating of 14 or higher. SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, and is set by the Air Conditioning Heating and Refrigeration Institute that all manufacturers must abide by.

“The good news is that the higher the SEER rating, the lower your power bill, which means a new system typically pays for itself in less than five years,” said Silva.

Cornerstone Pro also installs twostage A/C systems, which in addition to cooling, maintain a home’s inside humidity to 60 percent, compared to the 80 percent humidity found outside during the summer.

“Keeping humidity down makes it feel so much cooler inside your home, plus it prevents mold spores

from growing and spreading,” said Silva.

In addition to its SEER rating, the energy efficiency of a new A/C system depends on the type and amount of a home’s insulation and windows.

Cornerstone’s technicians include all factors when calculating the heat load of a house, before recommending a unit that best meets a home’s cooling requirements, as well as the owner’s budget.

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A tankless hot water system offers many benefits besides cost of operation, which is typically 15 percent less than traditional water tanks.

“In less than five years, a tankless system pays for itself,” said Silva.

“Plus, endless hot water is something every family wants, no matter its size.”

Silva and his team of 11 plumbers install between seven and 10 tankless water heaters a month, and that pace is accelerating with the introduction

of a new tankless system powered by electricity.

“Tankless systems for homes with gas have been around for many years, but it’s only recently that the technology has become available for electric heaters,” said Silva. “We work with a manufacturer out of Arizona called trutankless, which has a fantastic system that even has an app that makes it fun and easy to keep track of your water usage.”

The trutankless system is adaptable for homes from one bathroom to four. It provides endless hot water 24 hours a day. Another benefit of a tankless water system is that it mounts directly on a garage wall, freeing up space on the floor that a traditional water tank requires.

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Location, Beautiful Homesites And Excellent Schools At Asturia

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ver the past three years, families of all ages and sizes have chosen Asturia as a place to call home, drawn to this master-planned community for its strategic location, beautiful homesites and excellent schools.

Situated on 500 acres in Odessa along State Road 54, and located less than a mile from the Suncoast Parkway, Asturia residents have fast and easy access to Tampa International Airport, the Westshore business district, downtown Tampa and area beaches.

Many of its homesites back up to incredible wilderness views of wetlands, cypress trees and rolling ranch land. Wildlife is everywhere, and residents enjoy community trails and boardwalks perfect for bird-watching, and to catch a glimpse of deer, gopher tortoises, racoons and other native animals, during an evening stroll or morning run.

Outstanding schools are another top reason why families move to Asturia. Children attend some of the best schools in Pasco County, including Odessa Elementary, Seven Springs Middle School and J.W. Mitchell High School. All three schools have received a minimum A or B school grade for the last three years.

Setting Asturia apart from other master-planned communities is its manageable size of just 550 homes.

It is a friendly, walkable development that promotes a healthy, active lifestyle with its many trails, walkways, parks and recreational amenities.

“We feel more like an established community of neighborhoods, than a sprawling development that will be under construction for several years,” said Lane Gardner, managing director for Hines, Asturia’s developer. “Our residents like knowing that the size of their community is set, and that our amenities have been designed to provide enjoyment without the worry of overcrowding.”

A heron and a cormorant cool themselves by a neighborhood lake in Asturia, while children play on a Kompan structure designed to foster imagination and healthy bodies.

Families also enjoy living in Asturia because of the distinct sense of community that Hines has encouraged by hosting family events to make it easy for residents to get to know each another.

“Residents love our community events because it gets them together with neighbors, and lets them welcome new and prospective homeowners,” said Gardner. “We host events on a regular basis because they’re fun, and promote the friendly community culture Asturia is known for.”

Recent events include an Easter Egg Hunt, Oyster Roast, Cinco de Mayo Celebration and Hawaiian Luau. The community also celebrates the holidays with an annual Fall Festival and a Christmas Party.

Asturia’s award-winning Amenity Center has a zero-entry, resort-style pool, state-of-the-art fitness center and contemporary clubhouse.

Neighborhood parks include a Kompan play structure, Ga-Ga Ball court, dog park and open event lawns.

A low cost HOA and CDD are well worth the benefits of living in

Asturia, with fees considerably less than other master-planned communities in Pasco County.

Award-winning builders are offering a wide selection of floor plans and prices in Asturia’s final phase, and have new model homes ready to tour. Quick move-in homes are available for families looking for a new home in time for the 2019-20 school year.

Homes in Asturia range from the $220s to $550s, and many builders are currently offering special sales incentives. David Weekley Homes, ICI Homes, Ashton Woods and Ryan Homes all build homes from the ground up, and also have available several inventory homes.

David Weekley Homes’ new onestory Crestview model is beautifully furnished, showcasing 2,100 square feet of living space with three bedrooms, a study, two full bathrooms and a two-car garage.

The Costa Mesa is ICI Homes’ new model. This one-story home features an open floor plan that brings together the gathering room, gourmet kitchen and dining room in one expansive space, with lots of

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Located near the front of Asturia are Ryan Homes’ easy-living townhouses, with two floor plans that have designer options and rear-load, two-car garages.

Ashton Woods has just two singlefamily homes remaining in Asturia in its one-story Truman plan, which offers1,962 square feet with four bedrooms and two baths.

Since its 2016 grand opening, Asturia has received several prestigious awards, including Best Mixed-Use Community from the Florida Home Builders Association.

The community encompasses a blend of shopping, office space, luxury apartments, single-family homes and townhomes.

International developer Hines is known for its intelligent, ecologically smart design. It manages the community’s master plan with its high standards, which makes Asturia the most sustainable, eco-friendly community in Tampa Bay. Learn more about Asturia and its builders by visiting AsturiaFlorida.com, or call (813) 227-4148.

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Natural ‘enemies’ can attack garden pests

By Nicole Pinson Special to The Laker/Lutz News

Summer months may stress plants because we often see periods of increased rainfall and then periods of drought along with intense heat.

And, when plants are stressed, they may be more susceptible to pests.

When it comes to combating these pests, don’t forget there are many natural enemies that eat pest insects.

These natural enemies, that are considered good or beneficial, include lacewings, ladybeetles, assassin bugs, spiders, hover flies, dragonflies and mantids.

Some commercial companies raise these natural enemies and ship them to gardeners who then release the insects for pest control.

Prior to purchasing natural enemies, identify the pest insect or mite.This will help you match the appropriate control with the pest.

If you need help identifying the pest, reach out to your local county Extension Office.

Natural enemies that are available from commercial companies may include predatory mites, predatory insects and parasitic wasps.

Ladybeetles (also known as ladybugs) are one of the most common beneficial insects purchased for home gardens.There are many different kinds, or species, of ladybeetles.

Some eat specific pests such as aphids or whiteflies, which is why it is important to identify the pest so you know what beneficial insects to purchase or to encourage in your garden.

These beetles help home gardeners – and farmers – because they are phytophagous, which means they eat plant pests that feed on ornamental plants and crops, such as cabbage, corn, melons, peaches and potatoes.

Some ladybeetles also attack the Asian citrus psyllid. It is this psyllid that transmits the bacterium that causes the citrus greening disease.

However, many ladybeetles are field collected from natural areas where they

Ladybeetles undergo a complete metamorphosis, starting off as a tiny yellow or orange egg.

They look very different as they go through their life cycle (egg, larva, pupa, adult).

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Aphids are the favorite food source of the adult convergent ladybeetle, Hippodamia convergens.

There is a variety of colors and patterns among the larvae of various ladybeetle species.

aggregate (form large groups) and overwinter.They may carry parasites or pathogens. If they are collected when they are reproductively immature, they may be less effective as a biological control.

Adult ladybeetles will often fly away when released. Because of these reasons, it may be better to encourage ladybeetles through your gardening practices rather than purchasing adult ladybeetles.

Did you know that the larval form of the ladybeetle is a more voracious pest-eater than the adult form?

Ladybeetle larvae (some people say they look like small alligators) eat aphids, leafhoppers, mites, mealybugs, scales, thrips, whiteflies and some other insects, such as pest beetles, caterpillars and lacebugs.

The life cycle of the ladybeetle reminds

us that insects may look very different as they grow and develop through their different stages. Because the larvae can look very different from the adults, knowing how to recognize insects can help you distinguish the good insects from the pests.

Of the many different ladybeetles, some prey on specific plant pests. Delphastus catalinae eats whiteflies. Cryptolaemus montrouzieri, also known as the mealybug destroyer (my favorite) eats mealybugs.

Hippodamia convergens larvae can eat between 30 and 50 aphids per day.

If you purchase adult ladybeetles, be sure to match the ladybeetle species that will eat the pest you’ve identified in your garden.

Purchase ladybeetle larvae when possible, and buy from reputable companies that sell ladybeetles that are parasite- and disease-free.

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Check the Association of Natural Biocontrol Producers (ANBP) website for a list of companies.

Interestingly, the UF/IFAS Extension Entomology and Nematology department explains that ladybeetles are pollinators, and they will also feed on pollen, honeydew and nectar from flowers, when prey is scarce.

But, in order to reproduce, they need to eat live prey.

You can encourage ladybeetles – and other beneficial insects – without having to buy them.

To attract the good bugs to your garden: • Plant a variety of flowers that bloom at different times of the year and that have different colors and flower shapes • Provide a refuge for insects by reducing or eliminating pesticide use Alternatively, soft pesticides, such as insecticidal soaps, horticultural oils, spinosad and Bacillus thuringiensis (also known as Bt), may be used for many pests.

The soft pesticides pose less risk to nontarget organisms, such as beneficials and pollinators. Consider native plants that may attract specialized pollinators. Plants that contain structures called extrafloral nectaries are especially attractive to beneficial insects.

If you’d like more information about this, consult these sources, which were used in this column: • UF/IFAS Entomology and Nematology Department. Featured Creatures website.

Common name: ladybirds, lady beetles, ladybugs [of Florida]. Retrieved from http://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/beneficial/lady_beetles.htm.

• UF/IFAS Entomology and Nematology Department. Featured Creatures website.

Common name: convergent lady beetle.

Retrieved from http://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/BEN EFICIAL/convergent_lady_beetle.html.

For additional information, email pinsonn@hcflgov.net or call (813) 744-5519, ext.

54145.

Nicole Pinson is the Urban Horticulture Agent in Hillsborough County.

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Every year, the Florida Support Autism Programs Specialty License Plate generates funds that support nonprofit organizations providing direct services for individuals with autism and related disabilities in Florida.

According to a news release from the Autism Services Grants Council, in 2018, nearly $99,600 was awarded to nonprofit organizations throughout Florida, bringing to life projects across the state.

All nonprofit organizations with a current Internal Revenue Service designation as a 501c(3) exempt organization, and a current State of Florida Charitable Solicitation Registration number that are providing services to individuals with autism and related disabilities in Florida are eligible to apply.

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HOSPITAL WINS GOLD AWARD

The Medical Center of Trinity has been awarded the Gold Winner “Best of Hospitals in West Pasco and North Pinellas” in the Suncoast Readers’ Choice Awards for 2019.

Sponsored by the Suncoast News, the Medical Center of Trinity received top honors in the hospital and medical center category.

Leah Massengill, CEO, said in a release, “It is gratifying to see that our community truly believes that we at Medical Center of Trinity walk the walk with regard to our mission, vision and values of providing the highest standards and most compassionate care to its community.”

IN IT TOGETHER SCHOLARSHIP

According to the Florida Center for Nursing, more than 40 percent of Florida nurses are approaching retirement age in the next 10 years, which could leave the state with a nursing shortage by 2025.

And, at the same time, health care jobs continue to grow in the Tampa area.

Altierus Career College in Tampa offers the “In It Together” scholarship to help make in-demand health care jobs more af-

COURTESY OF PASCO KIDS FIRST

Opening new doors to keep kids safe

Pasco Kids First had an open house and ribbon cutting at its new East Pasco office, in the Dade City Business Center, 15000 Citrus Country Drive, Suite 103. The new office houses the Healthy Families Pasco-Hernando East Pasco Team and Trauma Treatment Team. There were light refreshments, and guests could meet team members and learn more about the services provided for children and families. For information, visit PascoKidsFirst.org.

fordable to attain by reimbursing half of a student’s tuition, after the student completes the program and passes a certification exam.

The scholarship is for those enrolled in nursing or surgical technology programs at the school.

The nursing and tech programs at Altierus provide students with hands-on training in a realistic setting using industrycurrent equipment, included mannequins with functioning organs, ranging from a “mother that births babies” to infant and toddler-size mannequins.

For information, visit Altierus.edu.

NEUROSCIENCE CENTER HITS MILESTONE

One year ago, Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point installed an x-ray imaging system for its Neuroscience Center, which allows physicians to view extremely detailed, real-time images of a patient’s head, neck and spine during stroke and other neuro-endovascular procedures that re-

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The faster life-saving interventions can be performed on a patient, the greater the chances of survival and optimal recovery.

Patients at the Neuroscience Center receive treatment for a variety of medical

GULFSIDE CENTER DEDICATED

Gulfside Hospice honored two special people who fully embraced and represented the spirit of Gulfside: Walter and Mary Rucki.To celebrate their generosity, a dedication took place in their honor at the now called Rucki Center for Hospice Care. Friends, employees and board members came together to remember these individuals and share stories about their experience at Gulfside.The commemorative plaque was unveiled at the

conditions, including ischemic stroke, brain aneurism and neurovascular abnormalities.

As of July 12, Bayonet Point had successfully completed its 100th neuro-endovascular stroke intervention.

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EAST PASCO FLEET-TRANSIT FACILITY

Efforts are underway to build a facility to house county vehicles and buses at 9928 McKendree Road in San Antonio. The 31,427-square-foot station will include an area to wash buses, a refueling station and multiple bays for vehicle maintenance.

Construction is expected to end by late 2019.

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community at 20301 Pleasant Plains Parkway. The one-story office is 4,320 square feet and will hold 13 rooms. End of construction and grand opening are both set for September.

FLYING SQUIRREL SPORTS

Flying Squirrel Sports will bring new recreational activities for both adults and kids.The 40,000-square-foot structure will include indoor trampolines, dodge ball games, an arcade, pool tables, and a restaurant, among other amenities. The coming attraction will be housed in the Willow Bend Towne Centre, 22920 State Road 54 in Lutz. Construction is set to be completed in August, with an official opening date planned in September.

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The GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club has an ongoing project to honor veterans and active military. Members collect and respectfully cut stars from the fields of retired flags and insert them into packets, along with a moving and patriotic verse. Each packet is meant to be carried in a breast pocket near to the heart. While on vacation in Cedar Key, club member Kumi Skillman, presented stars to two veterans she saw in a restaurant. Skillman explained the contents and the intent, and both veterans were moved by her kind gesture. For information, visit GFWCLutzLandOLakesWomansClub.org.

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Parents should call their nearest clinic for information and to schedule an appointment.

The first day of school in Pasco County is Aug. 12.

EVENTS Vine Church, 4743 Allen Road in Zephyrhills, will host a FUN Fest (Faithfully Uniting the Neighborhood) on Aug. 3 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be food, music, free kids’ physicals, free haircuts, and book bags for all kids present (while supplies last). Arrive early to receive a book bag ticket. For information, call (813) 298-3232.

Also on Aug. 3, Operation Unwrap a Smile Inc., will host Back to School 2019 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park Community Center, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. There will be free backpacks and school supplies. Register at UnwrapASmileBack2School@gmail.com.

For information, call Stephanie Roshell at (813) 748-4775.

Hawkins Photography, 24034 State Road 54 in Lutz, will collect school supplies on Aug. 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., for Learning Gate Community School, also in Lutz. Drop off any school supplies and receive a free mini photo shoot the day of the event.

For information, call (813) 400-0026.

The academy begins in September and includes 10 sessions, culminating with a December graduation.

Participants can learn the many aspects of how county government and the county’s constitutional offices operate including: the legislative/administrative branch, county attorney’s office, fire rescue, sheriff’s office, office of the clerk and comptroller, supervisor of elections, property appraiser, tax collector, school board, internal services branch, public services branch, development services branch and public infrastructure branch.

For information and a full list of class topics, visit PascoCountyFl.net/citizensacademy.

Applications are being accepted through Aug. 10 online at bit.ly/CitizensAcademyApp.

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• Tracy De Grace, of Lutz: Bachelor of Science in nursing, Western Governors University (online) • Michael Giannulis, of Odessa: Master of Business Administration,Western Governors University • Crystal Lopez, of Trinity: Master of Science in nursing/nursing informatics, Western Governors University • Karla Marone, of Trinity: Bachelor of Arts in interdisciplinary studies K-8,Western Governors University • Steven Ramos, of Lutz: Master of Science-Physician Assistant studies, Bethel University, McKenzie,Tennessee • Maxim Stepanets, of Lutz: Bachelor of Arts in finance,Alma College, Michigan • Jordan Wheeler, of Land O’ Lakes: Dean’s List,Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri • Riley Wood, of Land O’ Lakes: Honor Roll, Bethel University College of Arts & Sciences and College of Health Sciences, McKenzie,Tennessee

CITIZENS’ ACADEMY

Applications are now being accepted for the eighth Pasco County Citizens’Academy, an educational and entertaining program designed to share information about Pasco County services.

Pasco County Schools will implement a monthly, two-hour early release schedule beginning with the 2019-2020 school year.

Early release days will be the second Wednesday of each month, starting in September, except for January 2020 when it will be on the third Wednesday.

There will be no early release days in August or May. The district’s PLACE program has a package option available for eligible, preregistered students. The district also is working with private daycare facilities to develop a list of other choices.

Students already enrolled in PLACE will be able to stay the extra two hours at no additional charge.

Current morning-only PLACE students may attend in the afternoon without charge.

Parents who have a last-minute need for their children to attend PLACE also may register at any time prior to the early release day that care is needed.The daily drop fee and registration fee will apply.

Bus transportation will be provided two hours earlier than usual for students who are transported on regular school days.The same routes and stops will be used.

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The project is situated on an 18.45-acre site at Suncoast Parkway and State Road 54, in Pasco County, about 30 miles northwest of Tampa’s urban core.

The submarket, known as the 54 Corridor, is considered the next residential growth pocket in the Tampa Bay area, according to material provided by Cushman & Wakefield.

Demographics show a 95.2 percent increase in population from 2000 to 2010, and the current population of 53,130 is projected to grow by 21 percent by 2022.

The location is central to an abundance of residential communities, high-quality retail and dining options, as well as two hotels. Its proximity to the Suncoast Parkway provides convenience to Tampa International Airport, as well as Tampa’s

REQUEST, from page 1A He said the property owners involved in the original plan agreed to it, and the new buyers knew what they were buying into.

“It’s concerning to me that now, we’re seeing a property owner wanting to pull out of that and go back to the way we used to do it,” Cox said.

Planning Commissioner Chris Williams, who also is planning director for Pasco County Schools, sought assurances that if changes are made, that there will be a provision for park and school sites.

The problem is that those needs could be overlooked, if individual developers are allowed to peel off,Williams said.

“If they come in, and they’re planning this whole area, then they have to take care of schools and parks,”Williams said.

But, if there isn’t a master plan, a number of residential developments could come in that are too small to trigger the requirement for a school site but, when taken together, create the demand for a school site,Williams

WINTER, from page 1A The applicant is seeking conditional use approval for two parcels, as well as permission to sell beer and wine for consumption on premises, said Denise Hernandez, the county’s zoning administrator/special projects manager.

The western parcel makes up about 58.5 acres and the eastern parcel makes up about 60 acres, Hernandez said.

The western parcel consists of areas of dense vegetation and a mature tree canopy.

The applicants want to convert that into a winter park.

The eastern parcel is occupied by Tree Hoppers, which was approved as a conditional use in 2012. It consists of zipline and rope ridge obstacle courses, concession areas, and a gift and pro shop.

The Tree Hoppers site also is used to host an annual fall festival and Halloween festivities, including Scream-A-Geddon.

Those events have been operating under annual temporary use permits.

The pair of attractions would be on the north side of St. Joe Road, about 800 feet east of Bellamy Brothers Boulevard and on the east side of Bellamy Brothers Boulevard, approximately 1,400 feet north of Bent Fork Road.

The conditional use, which would apply to both parcels, would allow the winter park to operate up to 120 days a year and the festivities on the Tree Hoppers site to

Westshore District and Downtown, according to Cushman & Wakefield.

The building design calls for large windows, to invite an abundance of natural light into the structure.There’s also an open design, allowing tenants a great degree of flexibility, Oaks said.

Amenities include a fitness trail, a thirdfloor open deck, and a permanent food truck driveway in the courtyard.

Oaks said leasing is just getting started, but noted there is considerable interest in the project and there are talks underway.

Being in the midst of substantial residential development is a plus, Oaks said, because “you’ve got rooftops — so you’ve got access to labor and you’re not having to sell a commute.”

Put another way, there’s “a healthy labor pool in your own backyard,” Oaks said.

The Pasco EDC’s Cronin said the county provided the loan because it wanted to activate the construction of speculative Class A

office space.

The county has to turn down projects that are interested in coming here because it lacks sufficient Class A space, Cronin said.

“Class A, just by the nature of being Class A, is going to attract high-wage, high-impact jobs.

“Most of the office spaces we have here currently are kind of a high class B. “Having a true Class A building is going to attract folks who have a little prestige with their name,” Cronin added, and those employers offer the kind of high-wage jobs the county wants to attract.

said. By then, however, all of the land has been taken up by development and the school system can’t find nearby sites.

There are 4,500 residential units approved in the plan, according to David Goldstein, chief assistant county attorney.

He asked Williams if a provision is added requiring school and parks sites to be identified — before residential is approved — would address his concern.

Williams said that it would.

But, others in the audience also raised concerns.

“I’m the landowner who initially suggested that we go with individual MPUDs (master-planned unit developments), so that we can develop the industrial piece at the corner of State Road 52 and Bellamy Brothers Road (Boulevard),” said George Southworth, one of the property owners.

“We need to do something with the property. It’s a perfect place to create jobs for the county,” Southworth added.

He also noted that what he wants to do there would not generate a need for schools.

He acknowledged he has other residen-

tial properties within the village plan that likely would contribute to the need for school facilities, but this particular piece would not.

Southworth also emphasized:“There is a plan.We’re sticking with the plan and the appropriate land uses that were identified and approved by the county in that plan. We’re just saying, now we can move forward one landowner at a time, or two or three, whoever wants to work together. Otherwise, we’re just stopped dead in our tracks.”

Other landowners, however, expressed concerns.

“I am one of the owners within this MPUD.When I bought the property, I knew what was in here. I was comfortable with it, or I wouldn’t have bought it. It gave certain protections,” said property owner Andy Scaglione.

“When the board mandated — for the fast track on this, they did not know there was serious concerns among other property owners. All they were hearing from was Mr. Southworth.

“I own 133 acres.

“I think we need to slow this down.This is 2,400 acres on Highway (State Road) 52.

This is very, very valuable property.This is moving way too quick. There’s too many questions. Let’s look at also some of these heavy industrial uses because that should not be allowed here. “(State Road) 52 is going to be (State Road) 54, in not too long. Let’s move slow on this. Let’s get it right,” Scaglione said.

Other speakers also encouraged the county to slow the process down, to make sure that nothing’s allowed that could harm other landowners’ property values.

“Our biggest concern is the industrial.

Everybody agrees it needs to get done right the first time,” said Terry Schrader, who lives on West Pasco Road.

Ultimately, planning commissioners amended the proposed change to allow light industrial or heavy industrial when it is affiliated with targeted industries.

The next step will be for a public hearing by the County Commission, which has final jurisdiction on land use and zoning matters.

operate up to 56 days a year, according to proposed conditions. Both of the attractions would operate between two and seven days a week, and both attractions would not be allowed to operate at the same time, according to the conditions.

Attorney Clarke Hobby said his client owns the Tree Hoppers site and purchased the other parcel.

“There is actually new technology where you can build a snow hill, and provided that the weather stays under 80 degrees, the snow will stay in place for an extended period of time,” Hobby said.

“While we’re asking for a term that may be up to 120 days (for the winter park), my suspicion is, based on being born and raised here — it may be only open 30 or 45 days a year,” Hobby said.

The proposed winter park would not be the first operation of its kind, the attorney said.

“They’ve got one up in Stone Mountain, Georgia, and it’s a bigger facility than we may have here, but this is what they are talking about creating. They’re very, very popular. People really, really enjoy them with their kids,” Hobby said.

The attorney said his client wants to be a good neighbor and has had a number of neighborhood meetings, which he described as being productive.

As a result, most of the neighbors living or having property closest to the site have submitted letters of support, Hobby said, adding he would be glad to continue working with any neighbors who have concerns.

William Geiger, who owns property next to the proposed winter park, told planning commissioners that he’s concerned that the proposed project could negatively impact his property values.

“I just don’t feel a 40-foot snow hill fits the agenda you all put in for Northeast Pasco,” Geiger said.

He characterized the request as a commercial operation, and said there are plenty of other commercial locations where it could go.

Stephen Gonzalez, of St. Joe Road, lives less than a mile from the proposed attraction.

“I moved out there 23 years ago.We did so because it’s quiet and it’s rural, and you can see the stars at night,” Gonzalez said.

He doesn’t mind Tree Hoppers, because the attraction is back in the woods.

But, he asked: “How did Scream-AGeddon come about?

“It’s like having the state fair at the end of your residential road, for about two months.That kind of traffic.That amount of cars.That amount of people, driving up and down the roads.“That amount of trash, on the side of the roads. Every Saturday and Sunday. It’s a big crowd.

“I think it’s .75 miles from my house to the corner of St. Joe and Bellamy Brothers,” Gonzalez said.

Like Geiger, Gonzalez said the proposed attraction should be in a commercial space.

“It’s just in the wrong area. It should be on (U.S.) 301. It should be on (U.S.) 19. It should be in a commercial business area,”

he said.

“This is an amusement park. People are paying admission.This should be in a commercial area,” he said.

“It’s on a road that’s a completely quiet, rural residential road,” Gonzalez said.“This doesn’t fit at all to that rural, residential setting.”

Hobby said one of the reasons for locating the park in the area is because of the land’s contours.“There’s a natural roll on it.

There is about a 30- to 40-foot drop over the west side.”

The attorney also noted the plan calls for substantial buffering.

Hernandez said the conditions place specific limits on the operating hours.

When the winter park is open, its operating hours would be Sunday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.

When the fall festival and Scream-AGeddon area open, the operating hours will be Sunday through Thursday, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Planning Commissioner Jaime Girardi spoke in favor of the request.

“The applicant here seems like he’s done a lot to protect the buffer. He’s protected the access. He’s limited the access to only St. Joe Road.

“I think the applicant has done a lot to try to be a good neighbor,” Girardi said.

The request now goes to the Pasco County Commission, which has the final say on zoning and land use issues.

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By Kevin Weiss

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n his 15 years of coaching Land O’ Lakes Little League, Daniel Broderick can’t recall the last time one of its youth baseball teams won a state title.

“I’ve been coaching a long time, and I’ve never been a state champion,” Broderick said, during a recent interview.

The last time a Land O’ Lakes Little League baseball team won a state championship was in 2002, league officials say.

Earlier this month, Land O’ Lakes claimed the 2019 Little League Baseball Senior League Florida State Championships in Bradenton by besting seven other teams from all across the state.

They defeated Jacksonville San Mateo Little League 12-3 in the state championship game.

Before advancing to and winning states, the team of 14- to 16-year-olds mowed through districts and sectional tournaments held in Tampa, Land O’ Lakes and Plant City, respectively.

“This is a big deal for ’em here,” said Broderick, who manages the team.“For me, you can never take a state title away from them (the players). It means something. It’s a big deal for them, and I think they’re embracing it pretty well.”

The all-star players echo those spirits.

Especially since Land O’ Lakes qualified for the state tournament the past two years, but came up short each time.

The manager’s son, Dylan Broderick, is a 16-year-old pitcher on the team.

Winning states — and therefore entering Land O’ Lakes Little League lore — was “like a dream come true” for the player, who also plays for Sunlake High School’s baseball team.

“It’s something I’ve always wanted to do,” he said.“I’ve been playing since I was 4 years old and, up until now, we’ve never won states, and the dream of just winning states and moving on is amazing, and for us to actually do it and we faced a hard team.”

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ACROBATICS AND TUMBLING PROSPECT CAMP The Saint Leo University acrobatics and tumbling program will host a one-day prospect camp on Aug. 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Marion Bowman Activities Center, 33701 State Road 52 in San Antonio.

The clinic is for girls ages 13 to 19. It will be tailored for athletes interested in learning the skill sets of acrobatics and tumbling.The day will focus on improving acrobatic, pyramid, toss and tumbling skills, with hands-on instruction from coaches and student-athletes to learn proper progressions, safety and technique. Campers also will learn more about the recruiting process and receive a campus tour of the university.

All campers will receive a T-shirt, and are advised to bring a lunch, snacks and water.

For cost and other information, contact Allie Williams at (352) 588-7253 or allie.williams@saintleo.edu.

GOLF TOURNAMENT

The Pasco County NAACP’s annual golf tournament is set for Aug. 9 at 9 a.m., at Silverado Golf & Country Club, 36841 Clubhouse Drive in Zephyrhills. Cost is $65 per player. Preregistration is required by Aug. 3, but golfers may pay at the door. In addition to a round of golf, lunch, prizes and trophies will be provided. For information, call Willie Broner at (352) 585-3261 or Clyde Carter at (813) 953-7263.

SAINT LEO WOMEN’S BASKETBALL CAMP

The Saint Leo University women’s basketball program will host an ID camp on Aug. 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Marion Bowman Activities Center on the campus of Saint Leo, 33701 State Road 52 in St. Leo. The one-day camp is designed for aspiring collegiate female athletes between the ages of 12 to 18.The event will involve collegiate-level instruction, individual drill work and game competition.

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The Land O’ Lakes Little League senior division all-star team recently won a state title in Bradenton. The group of 14- to 16-year-olds has now advanced to the Little League southeast regionals in Safety Harbor.

tion formats, Land O’ Lakes lost initial games in sectionals and states, forcing them to play from behind and win multiple games in same days to claim the respective tournaments. They went 7-2 in all three tournaments combined, outscoring opponents by a 57-27 margin.

“We took a hard road,” the team’s manager said.“We had to dig for it, which made it better. Nothing was easy. There’s no easy teams, so it was good competition, which is going to help us going forward.There were no gimmes.”

He added:“It was emotional. Just the way we did it, and the group of parents and kids that we had, made it better. …Our guys and our team just maintained composure.”

Land O’ Lakes now has advanced to the Little League Southeast Regional in Safety Harbor.The tournament runs through July 24 and features all-star squads from six other states — Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina,Tennessee,Virginia and West Virginia.

The regional winner then advances to the 2019 Senior League Baseball World Series in Easley, South Carolina.

“You’re coming from a very good base-

ball state, so we’ve got a shot,” the manager said.“You always have a shot.”

About half of the senior all-star team plays high school baseball, including players at Land O’ Lakes High, Sunlake High and Cypress Creek Middle High.

They pride themselves on being a scrappy bunch that relies on pitching depth, sound defense and situational hitting.

“Everybody can play. We just have a bunch of studs,” Dylan Broderick said, adding the team can “make the plays that need to be done.”

Beyond that is the all-star squad’s intangibles and its ability to gel as a group.

“I feel like we have a good group of kids, good attitude, good effort, and that’s the best thing you can ask of anybody,” Dylan Broderick said.

“Everyone just likes each other,” said first baseman Cade Knouse.“Even if you go 0-for4 in a game, there’s always people there to support you. A lot of it’s just the chemistry, with the team and parents.”

“We just bonded well together, not that we didn’t in past years, but this year just worked a little differently,” added 16-year-old catcher Nick Ketterer, who’s wrapping up

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his third season on the senior all-star team.“I think just getting to states the last two years just made us more hungry to get further.”

Ketterer also pointed out this year’s onfield success has brought the team even closer.

“When we won districts and we won sectionals, those were confidence boosters.

We come together more, we get to play more together,” he said.

As for regionals, the group is poised for a strong, deep showing, and maybe more.

“A lot of it’s just keep doing what we’re doing,” Knouse said.“We’ve definitely got to get the bats alive as we keep moving on because offense wins games.

“We’re definitely the kind of people to capitalize off errors and mistakes, and put the ball in play when needed to.”

However it ends, the all-stars will cherish each moment, as for many it will be their last season playing Little League. (The cutoff age for Little League is 16 years old.)

“I don’t want this thing to end, because I love Little League,” 16-year-old pitcher/first baseman Hayden Woods said.“If it would go up to 30 (years old), I would probably go up to 30.”

For cost information and preregistration, go to TotalCamps.com/SaintLeoWomensBasketball.

For more information, contact Saint Leo assistant coach Megan Dzikas at (352) 588-8865 or megan.dzikas@saintleo.edu.

HOPE 5K SET FOR AUG. 31

The annual Hope for the Schools 5K/1mile fun run is set for Aug. 31 at 8 a.m., at Idlewild Baptist Church, 18333 Exciting Idlewild Blvd., in Lutz.

The race is open to the public, but space is limited.The event will include an award ceremony and pancake breakfast.

Cost for the 5K race is $35 per runner, if registered by Aug. 4. (Cost is $40 per runner from Aug. 5 to race day).The fun run is $20 per participant.

The event will benefit Tampa Bay public schools. Proceeds from this race will to go Sligh Middle School, Sulphur Springs K-8 Community School, Chamberlain High School, Oakstead Elementary School, Rushe Middle School and Sunlake High School.

For information and to register, visit Idlewild.org/hope5k, or email missions@idlewild.org.

IDLEWILD YOUTH SOCCER

Registration is now open for the Idlewild Baptist Church 2019 Youth Fall Soccer League, which runs from Sept. 3 through Nov. 16. The league is open to all in the community, from age 3 to high school seniors. Games are played Saturday mornings, while practices are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday at either 5 p.m., 6 p.m., or 7 p.m. For information, call the Idlewild recreation office at (813) 264-8759, or visit Idlewild.org/recreation.

ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUE SIGN-UPS

Registration is now open for the Pasco County Parks & Recreation Department/CAJS Enterprise 2019 Adult Softball Fall League.

League play begins the week of Sept. 9.

Men’s, coed, and church fellowship leagues will be offered at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex and Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park.

The cost to enter a team is $460, plus an additional $25 for a National Softball Association (NSA) sanctioning fee.The price includes an 10-game regular season, plus play-

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The Lutz Baseball 12U A division recreation all-star team finished tournament runnerup in the Cal Ripken/Babe Ruth 12U South Florida State baseball championships in Belleview, earlier this month. The all-star team won five games in the tournament before falling to Winter Park in the championship; they finished the all-star season with a 13-2 record. The 12U team was one of five Lutz Baseball programs to participate in Florida state tournaments (8U B division, 9U A division, 10U A division, 10U B division).

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ADULT COED SOFTBALL

Registration is ongoing for Idlewild Baptist Church’s Adult Coed Softball league.

The league is open to all adults in the community.The eight-week season runs from Sept. 9 through Oct. 21 and concludes with a postseason tournament on Oct. 28.All games are played Monday nights at Idlewild’s Lutz campus, 18333 Exciting Idlewild Blvd. Cost is $35 per player. For information, call the Idlewild recreation office at (813) 264-8759, or visit Idlewild.org/recreation.

FREE GOLF PROGRAM

Tampa-based Ace Golf is offering a free summer golf practice program for kids ages 5 to 15.

Every day through Aug. 31, kids can sign up to receive a free small bucket of range balls on the practice range at any bay area Ace Golf location.

Ace Golf locations include: Plantation Palms Golf Club in Land O’ Lakes, Pebble Creek Golf Club in New Tampa,Wentworth Golf Club in Tarpon Springs, Crescent Oaks Country Club in Tarpon Springs, and Ace Golf Range in Riverview.

At the Land O’ Lakes and Riverview locations, kids may substitute a round of miniature golf instead of a small bucket each day. In addition to the free bucket program, kids may also play golf for free at all Ace Golf 18-hole courses after noon every day through the end of October, when accompanied by a paying parent.

For more information, visit Ace-golf.com, or email acegolffl@gmail.com.

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Clay Sink remains; others fade away Knowing Your History

By Doug Sanders Special to The Laker/Lutz News

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mall communities with names such as “Mexico,” “Drexel,” “Ehren,” and “Chipco” appeared on Pasco County maps more than 100 years ago.

They were located along the Orange Belt Railway, the first — and last — railroad to cross Central Pasco with a potential for future development.

The names of those small towns now are mere footnotes in Pasco County’s history.

But, a tiny community has survived.

Surrounded by hundreds of acres of the Withlacoochee State Forest, a 2-square-mile area is still known as “Clay Sink.”

Call it a quirk of fate.

Unlike many of Florida’s rural outposts, by the 1930s, the greater Clay Sink area had a complex economy.

In addition to farming and ranching, the expansion of the Atlantic Coast Line railroad spurred a timber harvesting industry and a turpentine business.

“It was lonely living oftentimes, but we had the radio to listen to programs like the ‘Grand Ole Opry’ and ‘Fibber McGee and Molly,’” recalled Jean Brinson Ward, who was 7 years old when her father monitored the area in the 1940s from the fire tower for the U.S. Forestry Service.

The settlement has been known by different names.

In a land transaction on May 20, 1862, Jesse Sumner sold 120 acres to Harrison H. Slaughter and Martha Ann McKinney Slaughter.

Martha had three children from a first marriage in 1859, and at least 10 children with Harrison, who had escaped a Yankee POW camp at the start of the Civil War and fled to the Everglades.

The settlement that soon developed initially was called Slaughter, after this pioneering family.

But later, it was called Clay Sink, after the local clay sinkhole.

Life wasn’t exactly easy.

Farms were worked in the intense heat of a Florida sun without the benefit of modern air conditioning or diesel tractors.

Families grew their own pork, chicken, beef, and planted gardens for vegetables.

And, they saw plenty of wildlife.

During an oral history with the Citrus County Historical Society on August 26, 2006, Frances Pritchell, a lifelong resident of Clay Sink, described what happened to her husband when he came home from a late shift at Pasco Packing in Dade City:“It was dark, and when he turned out the lights at the front gate and opened the gate, something ran into him and like to have knocked him down. He thought it was a dog. He came out around the house, but the dog was in the yard. Well, when he got along there about the chimney, it squalled out. It was a panther, and he had to go on around it to come in the house. About that time, it hollered again. A panther. And then about that time the dogs taken after it, and that was it. But, there are panthers here.”

During Prohibition, the Dade City Banner reported this news item on Sept. 22, 1925: “Saturday a raid in the Slaughter neighborhood resulted in the capture of two stills, both small ones.”

No arrests were made in one instance, the newspaper reported. But in the other, “Bob Johnson, colored, not only lost his lard can outfit and a gallon of shine, but was also lodged in Jail.”

A year later, the Dade City Banner reported on the burial of Roy Slaughter at Clay Sink Cemetery. He was a veteran of World War I and also…”a member of Pershing’s punitive expedition into Mexico during the

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Still moss-draped as it was when the Slaughters buried their infant daughter in 1873, the Clay Sink Cemetery is located on a hill and is the final resting place for six generations. Descendants still live in Pasco County.

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Details from a 1956 Pasco County map show Slaughter as a settlement in the extreme northwest corner of Pasco County.

Richloam is located across the county line in Hernando County.

border troubles caused by the Mexican Revolution (1910-1920).”

During World War II, a bombing range less than a mile east of Clay Sink was operated by the U.S.Army for testing Mustard Gas, an oily liquid used as a shell filling, according to Jean Brinson Ward, vice chairman of the Dade City Historic Preservation Advisory Board.

Now the home of the Florida Bass Conservation Center—the state’s major freshwater fish production hatchery—the bombing range was used to test the effects on goats and rabbits.

“We could feel the earth shake when the bombs were dropped, and our house was in Richloam, which was about 9 (miles) or 10 miles from the range,”Ward said.

In an article published by The Tampa Tribune on Dec. 26, 2007, Pasco County Attorney Robert Sumner said people wanted to live in Clay Sink “where they were free to do what they wanted to do without being fenced in, where they could develop their own church.”

Back then, Sumner added, “the people who came to Florida came for the same reasons people originally came to the United States.”

Sumner’s own family history dates back to the 1820s, before Pasco County was created.

In October 1936, the federal government started buying forestland around Clay Sink, first from the Schroeder Land and Timber Company for $3 an acre, and then from area families such as the ancestors of 84-year-old Henry Boyett.

“They didn’t want our cattle eating the young pine trees they had planted,” Boyett

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Built as a one-room schoolhouse in 1912, this structure has served as the fellowship hall for the Clay Sink Missionary Baptist Church since school consolidation in 1943.

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A wood-frame building, erected in 1904 on this site, served as the Clay Sink Missionary Baptist Church until the present building was constructed of heart pine in 1956. It remains one of the few churches still located on state forestland.

recalled during an interview at the fellowship hall.“We tried to convince them there was too much turpentine in those saplings for cattle to digest.”

By 1939, the purchase of private-owned farms was completed to begin restoring the forests and wetlands under the U.S government’s Withlacoochee Resettlement Act. To this day, Clay Sink remains a small cluster of farmsteads and homes due to the Great Depression and the loss of grazing lands.

For Boyett, though, it’s a desirable place.

He describes it as “peace and quiet, and it

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“It’s the most fantastic thing I can tell you,” Boyette said.

In the stillness of this place, rainfall could be heard falling on the tin roof of the fellowship hall.

Doug Sanders has a penchant for unearthing interesting stories about local history. His sleuthing skills have been developed through his experiences in newspaper and government work. If you have an idea for a future history column, contact Doug at interstar1@juno.com.

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The Pasco County Commission has adopted a temporary moratorium on consideration of any new mini-warehouse applications along the State Road 54/State Road 56 corridor.The moratorium is expected to last no longer than 120 days, but could increase to 180 days — upon the board’s approval of an extension. Board members have made it clear they want staff to finish its work within the 120-day window.The board is seeking greater control over where these

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