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Observer YOU. YOUR NEIGHBORS. YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD.

VOLUME 11, NO. 25

COVID-19 cases and deaths on the rise

Delayed return

Education foundation 14 THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2020

School Board to hold a special meeting to discuss Aug. 24 start date. PAGE 3

Three more Flagler County deaths, as virus ‘clobbers’ community, state PAGE 2

Observer Endorsments PAGE 6

Election guide:

School Board

Christine Patterson, former teacher, at a rally before the July 21 School Board meeting.

Photo by Jonathan Simmons

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INSIDE TAX RATE

City sets maximum millage rate at 4.6989 PAGE 9

FEES STAGGERED City plans to increase park impact fee, stagger implementation PAGE 12

SCHOOL NEWS

School Board sets maximum millage rate and updates conduct code. PAGE 5

INDEX

Briefs............. PAGE 4, 5, 8 Real Estate...........PAGE 16

Don Petito, Fire Rescue chief, retires He developed training programs and specialized units in his tenure; he’d also been frustrated on the job for the past year.

How to apply for CARES Act dollars

BRIAN MCMILLAN

JULIE MURPHY

EXECUTIVE EDITOR

FLAGLER COUNTY PIO

Don Petito is retiring as chief of Flagler County Fire Rescue, after 15 years at the helm. He sent a letter to County Administrator Jerry Cameron on July 15, saying he would be using accrued personal leave time from now until his official retirement date of Aug. 21.

“I am excited about my impending retirement but wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and the county for all of the opportunities that I have experienced while working for Flagler County,” Petito wrote. “ … If I can be of any assistance before my departure or afterward, then please let me know. I’d be happy to provide whatever assistance I can to provide a smooth transition to my successor.”

Petito had been considering retirement for the past year; he had also been on administrative

leave following an employment complaint against him.

“There was certainly nothing disciplinary that came out of the

Flagler County is providing $10 million of the CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) Act federal stimulus monies to assist qualified small businesses negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Any application from a business that was forced to shut down due to a Governors Executive Order, will be processed first,” said Tourism Director Amy Lukasik. “Funds will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis until the funds are depleted. Funds will not be duplicated in situations where applicants have received money for specific expenses through PPP (Paycheck Protection Program) or EIDL (Economic Injury Disaster Loan).”

The program will allow small

SEE FIRE RESCUE PAGE 13

SEE CARES PAGE 13

Photo by Brian McMillan

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Three more Flagler County deaths, as COVID-19 ‘clobbers’ community Testing moves to Cattleman’s Hall, and the Department of Health has protocols for a potential school outbreak.

BRIAN McMILLAN EXECUTIVE EDITOR

“I have some sobering numbers to share with you,” Department of Health-Flagler Health Officer Bob Snyder said on July 17’s “Free For All Friday,” on WNZF. “The state of Florida is in a dire situation. We’re kind of getting clobbered here in Flagler County.”

Three people died from COVID-19 in Flagler County in the week of July 13-17, Snyder reported. Sixteen people were being treated at AdventHealth Palm Coast as of July 17, compared with his typical report of zero or a couple in recent weeks.

There have been 598 cases so far in Flagler, up from 214 four weeks ago. The positivity rate in the first two weeks of July was 6.7%, up from about 1% a month ago.

TESTING LOCATION CHANGES

Community testing will transition from outdoors at Daytona State College to indoors at Cattleman’s Hall (150 Sawgrass Road, Bunnell), beginning July 27. Call 313-4200 for an appointment “We wanted to get our nurses out of the oppressive heat,” Snyder said, noting that the nurses are wearing protective equipment.

A recent test from a company in Boston showed promising signs of developing a vaccine, he added.

COVID-19 REPORT Source: The Florida Department of Health

Flagler County cases and positivity rate

‘A PUBLIC MISSION’

DOH-Flagler Medical Director Dr. Stephen Bickel echoed Snyder’s sentiment: “We’re getting clobbered.”

“Prevention is not really a medical mission at this point; it’s a public mission,” he said. “It’s a really contagious illness. ... I urge people to realize what a battle this is, and it’s not a time for complacency or divisiveness. This is a time to get the job done.”

CONTACT TRACING

Increased staffing will allow the DOH to effectively trace the close contacts of those who test positive with COVID-19, Snyder said. The goal is to investigate everyone who has had a close interaction, meaning within 6 feet for 15 minutes or more with an infected person.

Some people are reporting only four or five close contacts; others are reporting 50-60.

RESPONDING IN SCHOOLS

Snyder also said if it were up to him, he would not open schools.

The district is considering opening Aug. 24. If there is an outbreak, Snyder said, the DOH is prepared.

“We have protocols, a plan,” he said. “We know what to do, and we’ll do it well, to keep everyone healthy.”

Total Florida cases

Flagler emergency visits with COVID symptoms

As of July 20

369,834 Florida residents hospitalized As of July 20

21,780 Deaths As of July 20

5,206

CDC recommends face coverings The Centers for Disease Control says: “Cloth face coverings may slow the spread of the virus and help people who may have the virus and do not know it from transmitting it to others.”

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School district offers three options Students can attend in person, take iFlagler classes, or attend remote live instruction.

JONATHAN SIMMONS NEWS EDITOR

Flagler Schools considers delaying start of school year to Aug. 24 JONATHAN SIMMONS NEWS EDITOR

Flagler Schools is proposing to delay the start of the school year by 10 school days, to Aug. 24.

The proposed delay isn’t an attempt to wait out the current COVID-19 surge as much as to give the district a bit more time to implement safety procedures and protocols. Some of those involve rearrangements of things like bus schedules, HVAC handling protocols, and school clinic procedures.

Neighboring St. Johns County, Volusia County and Putnam County have already decided to delay the start of the school year.

“I will be honest and share with you: There is no perfect model,” Superintendent Cathy Mittelstadt said at a July 21 School Board meeting. “We are going to strive to be as perfect as we can.

And along the way we’re going to be transparent, we’re going to continue to communicate and make adjustments as we need to.”

Mittelstadt proposed the delay during a July 21 School Board workshop.

Board members expressed support, and the board will meet at 3 p.m. July 28 to consider the details of adjusting the academic calendar.

STAFF MEMBERS’ CONCERNS

Mittelstadt’s remarks at the board meeting followed a “car march” by several dozen school district staff members and supporters who circled the Government Services Building complex in vehicles decorated with slogans like “SOS: Save Our Students” and “COVID-19 is not ‘just the flu.’”

The marchers, who organized on Facebook, believe the dis-

trict should wait to open schools until there have been at least 14 consecutive days with no new local cases of COVID-19.

Christine Patterson, an educational consultant and former local teacher, organized the car march.

The risks facing teachers, she said, are different from those facing other essential workers.

“It’s the nature of the classroom itself,” she said. “You are in this small room with a lot of other people, for a very long time.”

Medical environments, she said, tend to have infection control procedures that couldn’t feasibly be duplicated in the classroom, while retail environments expose staff members to a lot of people, but generally for only minutes each.

Then there are the pedagogical issues: The district has added a remote instruction option that would let students follow along with their classes via a webcam from home, but that tasks teachers with teaching two audiences at once: the kids sitting in the classroom, and the ones on the other side of a screen.

Local resident Kendall Clark joined the car march because her son is a teacher. Unlike people who work in grocery stores, she said, teachers would have sustained, close contact with others for long periods of time — not 15 minutes here and there with adults who mostly understand social distancing, but hours with children who often don’t.

40% OPT FOR ONLINE

Many of the two dozen community member comments that were read into the record at the evening board meeting noted such complications.

“My children are not guinea

pigs. ... No child can keep their hands to themselves and not touch things around them, especially elementary aged children,” wrote Nicole Anderson.

Kimberly Keen, a special educator, wrote that she has an autoimmune disorder and gets sick each year as it is.

“I’m exceptionally susceptible to upper-respiratory infections and have been sick each year from October to February, and have accepted it as a fact of life being a teacher,” she wrote. “... But now, I’m faced with a choice. Go back to work doing my job with the students that I love and risk being exposed to COVID-19, or quit.”

Keen wrote that many of her colleagues feared that stepping forward with their concerns would get them labeled as trouble makers.

“I understand the un-winnable situation that this board has been placed in, but I’m begging for the following consideration: Starting the school year virtually and keeping our campuses closed until there are 14 days with no new cases in our community,” she wrote. “My colleagues — self-sacrificing individuals, hardworking teachers, and human beings with families — they have described this situation as making them sick to their stomachs and impacting their physical and mental health. The feelings that they’ve expressed are as follows: insulted, betrayed, undervalued and disposable. My colleagues want to be in school.

We want to do our jobs, but we want to be able to do them safely.”

Board member Colleen Conklin said that parents who can keep their children home should seriously consider doing so: The fewer students attending brickand-mortar campuses, the easier it will be for schools to enforce social distancing.

Board member Andy Dance said that close to 40% of district students’ parents have indicated that they intend to opt for online or remote learning options this fall.

“This is very serious business, and the district is working hard to ensure everybody’s safety,” Dance said. “ ... If parents have that option to remotely learn, then I think that is an appropriate place for them to take their children if they have any issues at all with coming back to campus, because there are parents that absolutely need to have their students on our campus.”

“My colleagues want to be in school. We want to do our jobs, but we want to be able to do them safely.”

KIMBERLY KEEN, special educator, urging the district to wait to reopen

What are the instructional options for local students this coming school semester? What happens if a student in a school tests positive for COVID-19?

How will schools maintain social distancing? School district staff members answered those questions and more during a Town Hall event held over Zoom and hosted by School Board member Colleen Conklin July 16.

“We’re working on setting up a safe environment for our employees to work and excel in, and all of our students to have a successful experience this upcoming school year,” Superintendent Cathy Mittelstadt said.

This year, she explained, parents will have three options: Children can attend brick-and-mortar schools in person; they can take virtual classes via iFlagler; or they can sign up for remote live instruction in which they virtually attend their regular classes, but do so over Zoom. Parents must select an option for their children by Monday, July 20, or the district will sign them up for brick-and-mortar attendance.

The third, remote-live option was just added days ago.

“Our families right now need to be reaching out to their schools if they think this is the right path for learning for their students next year,” Mittelstadt said.

Diane Dyer, the district’s executive director of Teaching and Learning, elaborated on the differences between the two online options: Virtual classes via iFlagler will require students to be independent learners working on each class 3-5 hours per week, with a pacing guide. Attendance will be taken weekly. The remote live model will be just like what is happening in the classroom — the same curriculum, assignments, breaks, assessments and reading assignments — except that students will be watching and interacting with their teacher and other students via a webcam.

They will have to log in every day via Zoom.

Students attending iFlagler will be issued MacBooks in all k-12 grade levels, while students who are attending remote live classes will be issued iPads in grades k-8 (with external keyboards for middle schoolers), and MacBooks for the high school grades.

For students who are attending brick-and-mortar classrooms, said David Bossardet, the district’s safety specialist, the district is still finalizing its guidelines for dealing with COVID-19.

The district is also still determining which speciality programs – such as International Baccalaureate or the i3 program – might be SEE SCHOOL PAGE 4

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offered through remote learning.

One thing has been determined: Students in grades 3 and up will be required to wear face coverings in places in which social distancing to a minimum of 6 feet isn’t possible — for instance, on school buses or in corridors. For younger students, face coverings will be “strongly encouraged.”

Leadership Development Executive Director Earl Johnson said the district will add outside lunch options to minimize the number of students who are in the cafeterias at once, and custodial services will use disinfection machines to fully sanitize each school weekly. The district is increasing the filter ratings in schools’ HVAC systems, and adjusting the systems to move more outside air into buildings.

The district will also add bus routes and increase the number of buses in order to decrease the number of students per bus. Bus drivers will have boxes of masks to distribute to students who step

on without one.

The district is also bringing back its nurses early this year to enhance safety protocols, is adding additional clinic personnel, and will be providing additional spaces at school clinics, so that students who begin showing symptoms of COVID-19 while at school can be kept distanced from other students.

If a student or staff member tests positive, they would need to quarantine for at least 14 days, and the Health Department would conduct contact tracing, with quarantine or testing of close contacts — people who have been within 6 feet, for more than 15 minutes, of a person who tested positive.

Tests are provided free of charge at the county’s testing locations, and insurance is covering the cost at other locations.

The district will be notified when students have been ordered to quarantine, so that parents will not have to get a doctor’s note.

Florida Department of HealthFlagler Administrator Bob Snyder

“There is no one on this team — no one in this district — that does not want everybody to be safe, and we will do everything that we can to make sure that we are safe.”

COLLEEN CONKLIN, School Board member

urged parents to take the district’s mask requirement seriously, noting that in the past four weeks, the number of COVID-19 cases in Flagler County has risen from 214 to 575, and the positivity rate has increased from under 1% to 6.4% “The surge began in the state of Florida probably about six weeks ago, and it began here four weeks ago,” Snyder said. “Don’t want to mince words, but the situation is dire statewide.”

Snyder said that all of the public health officials that he knows are supporting face covering requirements.

Conklin added, “If you don’t want your child to wear a mask at all, and you are 100% against wearing a mask ... we would really strongly encourage you to consider the other [online learning] options.”

People whose children learn well online, and who don’t need to send their children to school in order to return to work, should also consider the online options, she said, to maintain the brickand-mortar spaces for families that must return to work or have a student attend in person because they have trouble learning online.

“If you’re able to virtually or remotely continue your child’s education, that decreases the numbers that are on campus,” Conklin said. “There is no doubt that we’ll get through all of this together. Please be patient with us. There is no one on this team — no one in this district — that does not want everybody to be safe, and we will do everything that we can to make sure that we are safe.”

Email Jonathan Simmons at jonathan@palmcoastobserver. com.

BRIEFS Florida teachers union will sue state As Gov. Ron DeSantis and Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran push to reopen schools in August, Florida’s largest teachers’ union on July 20 filed a lawsuit seeking to block the return to in-person classes amid a surge of COVID-19 cases.

Plaintiffs in the legal challenge, who include the Florida Education Association and three teachers from Miami-Dade, Broward and Orange counties, allege it is unconstitutional for the state to order schools to reopen while COVID-19 cases skyrockets.

“To reopen all Florida schools before it’s safe is reckless. It is unreasonable. It is unnecessary, and it is a false choice to either keep schools closed and stop learning or to open them unsafely,” FEA President Fedrick Ingram said during a July 20 conference call with reporters.

Corcoran on July 6 issued an executive order requiring all school districts to reopen brick-and-mortar schools at least five days a week beginning next month, unless state and local health officials direct otherwise.

At the time, President Donald Trump was pressuring the nation’s governors to reopen schools in the fall. Corcoran and DeSantis, a close ally of the president, have backed the return to in-person instruction, citing concerns that children are being harmed socially and academically by not being in a classroom.

Vincent Lyon: Flagler Schools District 1 candidate Vincent Lyon, an attorney and a Palm Coast resident, believes one of his strongest assets is that he can get along with just about anyone.

“I value my ability to get along with and learn from everyone,” he said.

Lyon, a former Palm Coast city councilman, is running for the School Board’s District 1 seat.

“I believe we are in a moment of transition, and we have the possibility of going in the wrong direction,” Lyon said. “I believe there are strong indicators that the school board might be heading in the wrong direction. By the wrong direction, I mean a direction away from supporting effective, proven means of promoting the success of the next generation.”

One example of an indicator was the decision not to offer the HPV vaccine in the schools’ vaccine schedule.

If elected, Lyon would also like to focus energy and resources on the schools’ lowest performing groups and budget problems.

“A good school system is fundamental to a community,” Lyon said. “It’s the reason adults stay in a community to raise their kids.

And a good school system is the reason those kids grow into being successful adults.”

In terms of the COVID-19 pandemic, he said, “I want to march in a direction that encourages the safety and health of our children and not putting children and families at undue risk.”

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JONATHAN SIMMONS NEWS EDITOR

The Flagler County School Board set the district’s proposed total millage rate at 6.0020 during a July 21 board meeting.

The board’s tentative millage and budget public hearing will be held at 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 28.

The state determines how much districts must levy in “required local effort” millage, so the district has limited leeway.

The total proposed district

budget for the 2020-2021 fiscal year is $212 million, district Chief Financial Officer Patty Wormeck told board members in a presentation at the July 21 School Board meeting.

DISTRICT REPAIRS FLOOR AT BUDDY TAYLOR MIDDLE

The flooring at Buddy Taylor Middle School is getting a makeover: The district is partway through the process of fixing the flooring and has about a week to go.

Once that’s done, an environmental contractor, Northstar Contracting Group, will test air samples to see if further work is needed.

CODE OF CONDUCT AMENDED

State legislative changes have necessitated amendments to the school district’s Student Code of Conduct.

The state altered the definitions of certain offenses to enable more accurate reporting, requiring the language in the district’s codes to also be amended to accord with the state’s, said John Fanelli, the district’s coordinator of student and behavior supports.

The district is also specifying that when students are wearing sweatshirts or sweaters, the under layer must be within the district dress code if the student removes or unbuttons/unzips the sweater.

The code also adds “hoods” to the list of headgear that may be worn outside on school campuses, but not inside school buildings.

DISTRICT UPDATES MENTAL HEALTH PLAN

Flagler Schools Superintendent Cathy Mittelstadt

Photo by Jonathan Simmons

Flagler Schools’ mental health plan this year includes information on the district’s HIPAAcompliant platform for virtual counseling, which was implemented in the Spring 2020 semester.

“We were very quickly able to flip to offering virtual counseling to our students that receive their services through us in the

spring when we went to a remote setting,” said Lynette Shott, the district’s executive director of student and community engagement.

“We were able to maintain that HIPPA-compliant web platform that we used and will be able to use actually forever now,” she said. “It really became a plus to be able to access for our students.”

FLAGLER TECHNICAL COLLEGE PARTNERS WITH DSC

The School Board approved an articulation agreement between the Flagler Technical Institute and Daytona State College that would award college credit for FTI’s certificate apprenticeships for emergency medical technician training, heavy equipment operations, early childhood education, HVAC, and electrician apprenticeships.

DISTRICT APPROVES AGREEMENT WITH SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS

The Flagler County School Board approved a change to district policy in order to allow the Supervisor of Elections to use school district property as polling locations.

The agreement allows political signs to be placed in designated areas on the properties on Election Day. They must also be removed on Election Day.

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BRIEFS Florida Democrats push for scaledback reopening, mask mandate Florida Senate Democrats want to scale back economic-reopening efforts to slow the spread of the coronavirus, as Gov. Ron DeSantis maintains his approach has been taken with an “eye towards what’s sustainable.”

In a conference call Wednesday, July 15, with reporters, Democrats continued to push for a statewide mandatory mask requirement as they offered a “Step Back to Safety” plan.

Sen. Oscar Braynon, D-Miami Gardens, warned that without a cautious rollback of the economic reopening, the state will need another broader closure to stop the spread of the virus.

The plan, in part, seeks to revert retail and restaurant maximum occupancy from 50% allowed in most of the state to 25%, which was the level under an initial phase of reopening in May. Also, they said bars should remain shuttered.

SCHOOL CAMPUSES Instead of forcing schools to reopen campuses, Democrats said the state should ensure all students have computers and internet access. In addition, they said each county should delay reopening classrooms until the local coronavirus test-positivity rate is 5% or less for 14 consecutive days.

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Observer endorsements: 2020 Primary Publisher John Walsh picks four out of five incumbents

JOHN WALSH PUBLISHER

Since 2010, the Palm Coast Observer has endorsed political candidates every two years when elections are held. Our process has evolved, and this year, in the spirit of transparency, I am putting my name as publisher on the endorsements.

My endorsement process starts with establishing priorities: public safety, quality of life and diverse tax base through responsible development. I then looked to see which candidates have the best vision.

I would like to start by congratulating four constitutional officers who were re-elected to their respective offices. The fact that they did not face any opposition is validation they are deserving of another term.

I also want to mention my sincere appreciation that none of these four were in headlines for activities or behavior distracting from the oath they took.

Job well done to Property Appraiser James E. Gardner, Clerk of Courts Tom Bexley, Tax Collector Suzanne Johnston and Supervisor of Elections Kaiti Lenhart.

And now my endorsements for the other local races on your August Primary ballot: COUNTY COMMISSION

In both District 3 and 5 respectively, I endorse the re-election of incumbents Dave Sullivan and Donald O’Brien. For the last three-and-a-half years, these fine gentlemen have provided great leadership in changing the direction of our county. The messes they have had to deal with, some manmade and some delivered by Mother Nature, seemed insurmountable. But many of those issues are now in our rearview mirror.

They identified the poor performance of and voted to fire County Administrator Craig Coffey. One week later they accepted the resignation from Sally Sherman. Coffey’s exit reminded me of Fibber McGee’s Closet (Google it, kids) where problem after problem seemed to cascade from a closet when the door was opened.

Each time, Sullivan and O’Brien showed great leadership individually.

The issue that confirmed my support of Dave Sullivan was how he had the courage to follow protocol and reversed his original vote on the Bings Landing-Captain’s BBQ lease debacle. The issue that stood out to me for supporting Donald O’Brien was

the defunding of the office of Economic Opportunity and ending an operation that had little to show for its efforts and, by doing so, freeing up nearly $500,000 in the county budget. Both O’Brien and Sullivan agree that, even though crime rates have dropped, we must continue to support the Sheriff’s public safety budget.

Both are dedicated to holding taxes level and will do all they can to avoid raising property taxes.

I endorse Dave Sullivan, Flagler County Board of County Commission District 3.

I endorse Donald O’Brien, Flagler County Board of County Commission District 5.

PALM COAST MAYOR

As I mentioned above, the lack of opponents for our four constitutional officers could be considered confirmation of a job well done. The race for mayor of Palm Coast has five candidates, which could indicate dissatisfaction of the job Milissa Holland is doing during her term as mayor.

John Brady is steadfast in his views of what is best for our community. Unfortunately I do not agree with his view of growth and development of our community. I believe that certain aspects of our commitment to our quality of life are in fact killing our quality of life. A lack of commercial and higher density housing places more tax burden on our residential citizens. Growth in both of these areas will provide a more balanced tax diversity and do great things to preserve our highly valued quality of life.

Donald Greene and Alan Lowe are newcomers to our local political landscape but have little record of local involvement.

Also new to the local political landscape is Michael Shottey. I met Mr. Schottey one day before his employment with the city was severed. He boasted of his “out of the box” approach to his job of communications manager and how it was overwhelming to his boss City Manager Matt Morton and the entire City Council.

He was terminated by the city the very next day.

After announcing that he was running for mayor of Palm Coast, he requested another meeting with me, and he addressed his severance with the city. Publicly, he stated he resigned. He even submitted a signed letter of resignation to the city. But he told me he was forced to resign. In my opinion, he lacks courage by his action of resigning when he truly believed he was doing an outstanding job.

Schottey is now a whistleblower with accusations against Mayor Holland, but I am sorry, being a whistleblower does not alone make you qualified to lead the city. Being mayor or holding any other elected post is not an easy job — especially with all we are now facing with pandemic and civil unrest. Now more than ever, we need a strong leader.

Speaking of a strong leader, that describes Mayor Milissa Holland. To some, she is too strong.

But when I think about the need for a more balanced tax diversity in our community, one opportunity stands out as transformative and a real game changer: MedNEX, the publicprivate partnership that will be institutional development to Palm Coast. Two candidates, Lowe and Greene, are opposed to the city making an investment in MedNEX. That alone eliminates them from my endorsement. Both Holland and Schottey support the investment in MedNEX. But the fact that Holland has successfully navigated state funding all the way through the state’s most challenging budget year proves her ability to get big things done.

I endorse Milissa Holland for re-election as mayor of Palm Coast.

PALM COAST CITY COUNCIL, SEAT 1

When we compare the positions of Ed Danko, Sims Jones and Lou Salvagio on the issues of public safety, quality of life and diverse tax base through responsible development, it is easy to eliminate Ed Danko as a candidate for Seat 1. Danko is opposed to investing in MedNEX. He is against higher density, including diverse housing.

And he is in favor of reducing our quality of life amenities.

Jones and Salvagio are aligned in most issues. Both are long time residents. Both have demonstrated leadership within their professions. But one candidate has been living the life of a servant leader: Sims E. Jones. In 2014 we recognized Jones for his creation of People Helping People and God’s Love Ministry. In addition, Jones has been providing mentoring to students of the Flagler Schools. Jones gives of himself to better our community.

I endorse Sims E. Jones for Council Member Seat 1.

PALM COAST CITY COUNCIL, SEAT 3

This race has three candidates: incumbent Nick Klufas and challengers Cornelia Manfre and Zack Shapiro.

Shapiro is new to the political scene. He is a man of few words which could be refreshing when many politicians say too much.

I value Manfre’s expertise in commercial development, but Klufas has done well in his first four years. He voted to change city managers. He has been a strong supporter for increased street lighting that adds to our safety and quality of life. He applied his expertise to the FiberNET owned by the city and has even promoted it as an incentive to businesses interested in locating here. Klufas is young, bright and willing to work hard for issues that provide solutions to our issues for public safety, quality of life and tax diversification.

I endorse Nick Klufas for Council Member Seat 3.

FLAGLER SCHOOL BOARD, DISTRICT 1

Primary issues facing our school district and students are safety, equality and health.

The two candidates for District 1, Vincent Lyon and Jill Rena Woolbright, are both new to campaigning for an elected position. Lyon has political experience as he was appointed to fulfill the vacant City Council seat when Steve Nobile resigned. Lyon did a fine job in that post.

Woolbright’s experience and expertise gives her the edge to serve on our School Board. She has lived here for 31 years, 20 of which as a respected educator in Flagler Schools. She will work to improve student learning with emphasis on ESE and minority students. She is dedicated to student safety. And she is committed to recruiting and retaining highly qualified teachers.

I endorse Jill Rena Woolbright for Flagler County School Board District 1.

FLAGLER SCHOOL BOARD, DISTRICT 3

Carol “Mother Elizabeth” Bacha, Colleen Conklin and Paul Mucciolo are running for School Board District 3.

Conklin is the incumbent.

She has served on our School Board for five terms, 20 years in all.

We know what we get with Conklin on our School Board, good and bad.

If this job was based on who is the most loving and compassionate person, Bacha should be elected.

But this job requires more. I admire the humble approach Paul Mucciolo has taken in this race. He never mentioned that he is an MD. He never mentioned his extensive education and professional experience.

He never mentioned his success in managing and directing our local hospital ER. He never mentioned that he is faced with life threatening emergency situations every day that require a skill set to identify, understand and prescribe solutions.

As we live today with the COVID-19 pandemic, challenges are coming fast. Paul Mucciolo is up to the challenge.

I endorse Paul Mucciolo for Flagler School Board District 3.

FLAGLER SCHOOL BOARD, DISTRICT 5

Cheryl Massaro is challenging incumbent Maria Barbosa for Flagler School Board District 5.

Both list experiences in education as qualifications to serve in this position.

The main contrast is their positions on two issues: gender identity protection and the Health Department’s administration of vaccines on campuses to students and families who voluntarily accept them. Massaro strongly supports both issues, and so do I. I endorse Cheryl Massaro Flagler School Board District 5.

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INCUMBENT

Vincent Lyon

Jill Rena Woolbright

Maria Pinto Barbosa Cheryl L. Massaro

 Age: 49  Years in Palm Coast: 8  Qualifications: Product of a public education, bachelor’s master’s and juris doctorate degrees.

Served on numerous organizational boards and as a former member of the Palm Coast City Council.  Priorities: Direct resources so that all students can succeed, not just the easy ones.

Keep the School Board focused on the schools and not on a cult of personality fight. Expand and improve VPK.

 Age: 62  Years in Palm Coast: 31  Qualifications: Teacher at Flagler Schools from 1991 to 2019. Appointed to recent Superintendent Advisory Committee.

Endorsed by the FCEA. Attendee of School Board meetings.

Preschool director, Parkview.  Priorities: Improve services and student learning gains; specifically ESE and minorities.

2. Protect the safety, health and welfare of all students.

3. Stop spending waste; recruit/ retain highly qualified teachers/ personnel.

 Age: 56  Years in Palm Coast: 20  Qualifications: Entrepreneur, Christian family counseling with doctoral certificate. Four years on School Board. Works with children. drmariabarbosa.com  Priorities: Continue Flagler as an A rated district. Maintain safety of all students, including the challenges presented by COVID-19. Continue to be available to district students, families and employees.

DISAGREE

More charter schools would benefit the Flagler County school district.

The district is doing a great job of serving students with special needs.

“Gender identity” should be added to the protected groups in the nondiscrimination policy.

Schools should continue to be sites for the Health Department to administer vaccines for students.

The district is doing a great job of keeping students safe on campus.

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DO YOU AGREE?

The school district is doing a great job of handling bullying.

THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2020

Editor’s Note: Districts 1 and 5 were omitted from the print edition of the Election Guide last week. We apologize for the error.

DISTRICT 1

As a voter, what do you think about the state of Flagler Schools? What do you want to see in the future?

We asked the candidates to consider several statements and tell us how much they agree or disagree with the statements, on a scale of 1-10. A “1” means you completely disagree; a “10” means you completely agree. (Note: There is no truly neutral number. A “5” means you slightly disagree; a “6” means you slightly agree.)

The statements are listed below. Take a minute to fill out your own reactions. How do your numbers compare to the candidates’ answers?

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AGREE

DISAGREE

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3 In 2011 the district was sued, but has not fully implemented the contemplated steps. Last year the victims of bullying were arrested.

The elementary schools do a better job than the middle and high schools. Many of the bullying issues start outside of school through social media.

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3 Charter schools can improve overall school performance, but it is not guaranteed, and for the first few years they tend to cause a drop in performance in a district.

History in this county has proven that charter schools do not perform as well as our traditional public schools. Imagine Town Center has remained viable as a B school.

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2 We are an A school district, but among special needs students every school received a D.

9 The SCOTUS recently found current law protects LGBTQ people from discrimination, so there’s nothing to lose and everything to gain by making a clear statement of support.

10 Student vaccinations save lives. Schools are the best opportunity to reach our citizens.

7 Outside the COVID crisis, they are, but I feel the Return to School guidelines that are published do not make a safe environment from the disease.

The district has repeatedly scored below the state average with this group of students. There clearly is a problem with students getting the services they need.

Did not answer If they are protected under the law as the policy stands, then the policy doesn’t need to change. Name changes, restroom facilities, and sports policies need to be addressed.

8 As long as vaccines are administered during non academic times as they currently are, I do not have a problem with the Health Department providing this choice.

8 There are some bullying issues and occasional fights, which poses a risk to students, but overall students are safe in our schools.

AGREE

 Age: 66  Years in Palm Coast: 17  Qualifications: Master of Science in Education, Certification in Leadership; 40+ year professional career as teacher, coach, administrator; 14 years as director of Flagler County Youth Center and Carver Community Center.

Appointed by former Gov. Rick Scott as a State Advisory Group and Executive Board member for Department of Juvenile Justice.  Priorities: 1. Safety, 2. Fiscal responsibility, 3. Graduation rates within Flagler Schools’ diverse student population.

DISAGREE

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AGREE

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We have tried very hard to tackle this problem through changes in policy, enhanced mental health counseling and awareness, and training. This is a continuing effort.

Multi-tier discipline and mental health services have been effective; however, the district should ensure there is follow up and a satisfactory resolution of individual cases.

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3

Parents should have any option they think is best for their child. Flagler Schools are now an A rated district and as such we hope it is the preferred option.

Charter schools provide a choice for families. My concern is that each charter school results in a per-pupil loss of funding for Flagler’s public schools.

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Students with learning disabilities and others are a special concern. Given limited resources provided by the state, we have improved graduation rates by 23%.

Flagler Schools works hard to address ESE requirements.

However, to improve individual accommodations, teachers’ caseloads must be reduced.

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10

Every student needs to be treated with dignity and respect. We have tried hard to provide this through our policies and administration.

If adding the words “gender identity” to the district’s nondiscrimination policy helps even keep one child safe, then it is worth adding.

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10

Health and Safety of all students is paramount. Vaccines should be provided with parental consent and when they are not available elsewhere.

8 This is an area of continual improvement. Policies, procedures and practices will continue to be our focus. We must meet all challenges.

Any time the Health Department offers free vaccines to students, it should be permitted. However, families should always be given the choice to participate.

8 School resource deputies, expanding mental health, improving campus procedures, as well as educating staff, have greatly improved safety.

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Scammer caught posing as detective The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents that a scammer is posing as an FCSO detective and demanding that people pay him a “fine” or face arrest.

The FCSO will never request that a fee be paid in order to avoid arrest. If this ever occurs, it is a scam.

“The criminals that commit these types of acts have no conscience and play to fear and they do not always go by one name or method,” said Sheriff Rick Staly. “If you have any question about whether a deputy sheriff works for our agency, call us and verify it. We will never ask you for money to avoid jail time or being arrested.”

If a citizen has any question about whether a deputy or detective is employed by the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office, please call 386-313-4911.

Any citizen who has been contacted by “Detective Hamilton” is asked to contact the FCSO or to submit a tip at Tips@Flaglersheriff.com. Please reference Case Number 202066106.

FCSO: Man breaks into neighbor’s shed A 56-year-old man, Mark Jacobs, has been charged with criminal mischief and burglary during a state of emergency for breaking into his neighbor’s shed.

The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office responded to a burglary attempt on Sunday, July 12, in Bulow Plantation, on Old Kings Road South in Flagler Beach.

The homeowner said her shed had been damaged, and she found bolt cutters in the area. Deputies were already investigating other recent burglaries in the area of the campground.

After viewing the security footage, deputies identified Jacobs. They spoke with Jacobs’ parents, who reviewed the

security footage and identified the suspect as their son. They told deputies that their son had developed a drug issue after sustaining an injury.

Jacobs was placed under arrest. The investigation into additional burglaries in Bulow Plantation is ongoing. If anyone has information, please call 386-313-4911, send a tip to Tips@flaglersheriff.com or call CrimeStoppers at 1-888-2778477 (TIPS).

FCSO: Teen broke into 30-50 cars An investigation has revealed that a 16-year-old is responsible for 30-50 area car break-ins and the theft of four firearms.

The teen has been arrested.

The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office Problem Area Crime Enforcement Unit received anonymous information regarding recent car burglaries in the Seminole Woods neighborhood of Palm Coast.

Deputies located the suspected teen; before entering the patrol car, the said he had narcotics on his person. Pills were removed from his pocket and marijuana was removed from his waistband.

The teen also said he had already sold one of the firearms to a man in Daytona Beach for $200 and that he had hidden the others. He escorted detectives to a trail behind the residence and showed them a hidden shoebox, which contained two of the stolen firearms, a holster, magazines and ammunition in a Ziploc bag.

Near the box was a baggie with marijuana and a bicycle that the 16-year-old had also stolen.

The 16-year-old agreed to show detectives where the third firearm was hidden. He advised he had thrown it into a wooded area when he was being pursued by law enforcement.

An extensive search was conducted by the PACE Unit, a K-9 Unit and FCSO’s Emergency Response Team, but the firearm has not been located yet.

“This is a problem house that is a hotbed of criminal activity

in this neighborhood,” Sheriff Rick Staly said. “PACE was focused in this area because of the recent crimes. This juvenile just earned himself twenty felony charges. I’m not going to hold my breath but I hope the juvenile justice system holds him accountable for his crime spree. This is also a reminder to drivers to remove valuables from your vehicles, especially firearms, and lock your doors.”

Man found dead in lake near airport Flagler County Sheriff’s Office detectives are investigating a body found in a local lake east of Belle Terre Boulevard and south of State Road 100, near Zonal Geranium Trail.

The body is that of an adult male, according to a Sheriff’s Office spokeswoman.

The initial investigation does not indicate foul play.

FCSO Public Affairs Office videotaped Sheriff Rick Staly’s destruction of the five machines and you can view the video by clicking the link: https://youtu.be/CQhXt8LFgDU

FCSO shuts down Bunnell drug house The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Unit served a narcotics search warrant at 410 S. Church St. in Bunnell on Thursday, July 16.

The FCSO SWAT team and the Bunnell Police Department assisted with the warrant service.

In recent months, SIU conducted several undercover operations and were able to confirm narcotics were being sold from the residence by multiple people.

During the execution of the search warrant, five adults were located at the residence and on the property.

While detectives were on scene at the residence, neighbors expressed their appreciation to the detectives for helping to clean up their community.

Detectives seized drugs and arrested three people: Gladys Evelyn Warren, 61; Jayla Teyanna Steward, 22; Everett Ceacer Bullard, 58.

“This has been a problem house for a long time and made

the Sheriff’s High Intensity Target list,” Sheriff Rick Staly said.

“We appreciate the community for sending in their tips and being patient.”

All three suspect have prior arrests for drug charges.

Illegal gambling machines crushed Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly recently sent a message to illegal gambling operators.

The FCSO seized, on May 10, 2019, five electronic gambling machines from Dakota Joe’s Senior Entertainment during a search warrant obtained after an investigation prompted when Sheriff Rick Staly was on one of his regular Friday night patrols and noticed suspicious activity resembling illegal electronic gambling occurring inside the business.

Dakota Joes was already on the sheriff’s radar due to an armed robbery that had occurred in October 2018 inside the business.

On July 14, 2019, Dakota Joe’s owner, Angelo Petta Jr., was charged with Keeping a Gambling House and Possession of

Slot Machines. Petta later plead guilty and was placed on probation. The five seized machines were found to have no function other than illegal gambling so the State Attorney’s Office sought a court order to have them destroyed.

Exactly one year later, on July 14, 2020, Sheriff Rick Staly ensured the machines were destroyed with a little help from the Flagler County Building Department.

“Internet cafés are illegal in Florida and often become targets for crimes, just like the armed robbery that took place at Dakota Joe’s in October 2018,” Sheriff Staly said. “Angelo Petta plead to the charges, the State Attorney’s Office sought to have these machines destroyed and I was happy to assist them in crushing gambling here in Flagler County. Let this be a message to anyone who is thinking about running an illegal gambling operation in Flagler County: Do not waste your time. You will go to jail and your machines will wind up in the exact same condition as Dakota Joe’s or worse.”

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Palm Coast’s City Council at a July 21 meeting set the city’s maximum millage rate for the coming fiscal year at 4.6989 — the same rate as the current actual rate. The maximum rate is the rate the city can not exceed when council members set the budget and the actual millage rate later this year.

Property values in Palm Coast are increasing about 6.8%, so if the city does decide to hold the millage rate steady, the city will receive an estimated additional $1.6 million in revenue this coming year. The rate that would bring in the same dollar amount as the current year, called the rollback rate, would be 4.5236, according to a city staff presentation.

As of the July 21 meeting, the city was still awaiting information from the state about how state revenue decreases due to COVID-19 will affect the city’s share of state tax money.

Among the city’s projected expenses for the coming year are four new full-time staff positions: The city hopes to hire three new firefighter-EMTs and convert two of its parttime Parks and Recreation

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positions to full-time ones.

The city’s first actual budget hearing will be at 6 p.m. Sept.

10, a Thursday. The City Council will vote on its final millage rate and budget on Sept. 23.

UTILITY ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR RESIDENTS Palm Coast residents who have been financially impacted by COVID-19 and are having trouble paying their utility bills may get some additional help.

The city government

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has already been working with residents to suspend late fees and penalties for utility service. (Residents must contact the city for assistance.)

Now, the city has received an extra $299,058 in Community Development Block Grant funding this year through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), and the City Council on July 21 voted to use that money to pay for utility assistance for eligible Palm Coast families.

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Christmas in July effort recognized A July 21 City Council proclamation recognized Christmas Come True, a nonprofit founded by Nadine King which is providing assistance with food, rent, car payments and registration, car insurance and home goods to people financially impacted by COVID-19.

“Together, we can break the cycle and impact the lives of future generations,” Mayor Milissa Holland said. “I just want to recognize Nadine King and the many volunteers that organize and raise funds for this very worthy cause.”

Storage facility gets initial OK Council members voted 4-0 to give Bella Cita Storage initial approval for a storage facility on the north side of SR 100, 6 miles west of Colbert Lane.

The council OK’d the company’s site plan, which calls for 10 enclosed buildings totaling 130,175 square feet, a 900-square-foot office and 34,300 square feet of covered boat/RV storage, plus 58 outside boat/RV storage spots.

Firm selected “My personal observation is that more businesses and more of our citizens are following CDC and public Health Department guidelines ... but we just can’t let up. This isn’t something that’s going to go away this week or next week, and we need to be making smart decisions and constantly reinforcing what the current best thinking on this is to keep our citizens safe."

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City Manager Matt Morton on July 21 received the City Council’s approval to negotiate a contract with certified public accounting firm James Moore & Co. for independent audit services.

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FGUA to take over water utility serving Plantation Bay, after 5-0 county vote

City to stagger increases in park impact fees

The FGUA was able to quickly make substantial improvements at the Plantation Bay utility, according to the county administration.

Staff to meet with the Flagler Home Builders Association.

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Flagler County will turn the troubled water utility at Plantation Bay, along with utility facilities that serve the Beverly Beach and Eagles Lake areas, over to the Florida Governmental Utility Authority.

The County Commission voted 5-0 at a July 13 special meeting to approve the transfer.

The FGUA, according to the agreement the county approved, will pay the county an amount equal to the principal balance on the County Utility System Debt, currently projected to be $16,365,356 on Oct. 15, according to a county staff document. That money must be used to repay the debt.

“The utility issue in Flagler County has been a long and lamentable journey that we’ve attempted to get into the utility business without the necessary expertise, nor did we develop the expertise along the way,” County Administrator Jerry Cameron said at the meeting. “... We contracted them [FGUA] to remediate water quality problems in Plantation Bay, and when we got them into there, within weeks, our water quality improved dramatically. They have been continuing upgrading various components of the system since, and I have full confidence that they are the answer to having a utility that provides reliable, continuous service to the residents.”

“We think the system’s in a much more stable place today than it was a year or so ago when we first got involved.”

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Palm Coast’s City Council intends to increase the impact fees that support its parks system, but voted at a July 9 meeting to first have city staff meet with the Flagler Home Builders Association to discuss allowing reduced rates in the beginning of the new fee period and then staggering them in.

“They are not opposed to the impact fees, nor are they opposed to the amounts,” Mayor Milissa Holland said, recounting a recent discussion with the FHBA. “ ...

They’re looking not to take a hit all at once,” with both the park fee and a new fire impact fee that had been approved separately.

The new Parks and Recreation impact fee would be $1,549 per residential dwelling unit. Currently, it’s $849 per residential dwelling unit, including a $576 discount.

The FHBA had also asked the city to take another look at its 2008 parks master plan to ensure that all of the projects it includes are current.

“I think that’s very fair; I think that’s reasonable,” Holland said.

“Again, they’re not asking that we change the amount.”

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As part of the agreement, Flagler County would receive a seat on the FGUA’s board, which includes representatives from the communities in which it operates.

That seat would go to the county administrator or his designee.

“We think the system’s in a much more stable place today than it was a year or so ago when we first got involved,” FGUA Assistant Manager Kevin Grace told commissioners at the meeting. “There’s still a lot to be done, but I believe we’re on the right pace to get that accomplished.”

FGUA has utilities in 13 counties, with approximately 120,000 customer connections, he said.

Plantation Bay resident Jane Gentile-Youd, speaking during the meeting’s public comment period, said she thought the sale was great, but asked if it would cause a rate increase.

Cameron said that a contract provision specifies that rates will remain the same for two years.

ported allowing for a fee staggering. So did councilmen Jack Howell and Eddie Branquinho.

“But make sure that we keep it in mind that this is not a thing that we’re going to do every day,” Branquinho said. “This is looking at the times and how things are going.”

Councilman Bob Cuff agreed, but cautioned that rising fees make it more difficult for builders to make homes affordable.

“This type of a fee just makes it that much harder for us to achieve any sort of affordable housing here in the city, and I know that’s kind of a dirty word for some people,” he said. “But when I talk about affordable housing, I talk about the kind of housing that our municipal employees — some of the ones that we just applauded a few minutes ago — or school teachers, or sheriff’s deputies, or retail and service employees that support our economy, can afford to live here. ... If we can phase this in and keep a sharp eye on what it is we think we’re going to use this money for, we’ll be doing our job.”

City Attorney Bill Reischmann told the council members that if they passed an ordinance implementing the fee as it had been presented in the meeting agenda, that would prevent city staff from staggering the fee implementation. But the council could direct staff to meet with the FHBA and work out an amendment to bring to the City Council, he said. The council opted to do so.

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matter,” Cameron said. “I think it just added to the frustration level.”

Petito’s legacy will include upgraded Emergency Medical Services protocols, new training programs, and specialized units.

He also helped institute a fire academy at Flagler Palm Coast High School to give students a chance to explore a career as a firefighter.

Cameron added: “I think Don has fought for so long with scant resources, and I think he’d just gotten to a point he didn’t want to undertake what it’s going to take to put this Fire Department on track. … He just has never had the resources that a fire department should have had.”

The employment complaint began when a firefighter “claimed he was being harassed over his ethnicity,” Cameron said. The firefighter was moved to another station, but the problem resurfaced, and he notified the Human Resources department. In a meeting with Petito, the firefighter “said the chief’s demeanor was not to his liking,” Cameron said.

A third-party investigator reviewed the incident, Cameron said, “but that investigation didn’t turn up anything for me, other than some policy changes.

It wasn’t an indictment of [Petito].”

Petito also had a disagreement in 2019 with another staff member about who should make what decisions while at the Emergency Operations Center. Later, on Oct. 31, 2019, he told the Palm Coast Observer that he was exploring other job opportunities.

Petito could not be immediately reached for comment about his retirement.

“We are certain Don Petito will continue to make a positive contribution to the community in his future endeavors,” Cameron said in a press release. “We wish him well.”

PETITO’S LEGACY Don Petito was in the firefighting business for 35 years. Flagler County provided a list of the progress Fire Rescue made during his tenure:  Upgraded Emergency Medical Services protocols;  Added a medical director;  Created a Community Paramedicine program (the only one in the region);  Became a state-certified EMS training site and a Regional Training Center for the American Heart Association;  Developed Marine Rescue Program and Urban Search and Rescue;  Implemented Traffic Control Device Program;  Opened Station 16;  Added a rescue vehicle to stations 41, 51, 71;  Developed a high school fire academy;  EMS Competition Team under Petito’s leadership took three titles in the Czech Republic, as well as being three-time Florida State Champion, and championship titles in Georgia, Iowa, and New York

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Small Business CARES Act Grant application process

County recommends face masks

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businesses access to grant money to help cover business expenses, including employee wages, mortgage, rent, vendor invoices, utility bills, payroll and other costs to offset the financial impact due to business interruption or closures as a result of COVID-19. After an initial review, an applicant may be asked to provide additional documentation to demonstrate a loss of revenue.

The main priority and goal of the small business grant program for distributing funds is to get the grant money as quickly as possible into the hands of the business owner and to make the process as streamlined and simple as possible.

Flagler County small business – including home-based businesses – and 501(c)(3) applicants must attest they have been registered with the Florida Division of Corporations and held a County or City BTR prior to March 1, 2020 and have a total of 100 employees or less, including owners.

They must also attest they were negatively impacted by C OV I D -1 9 and will use the grant funds for authorized business expenses only.

They must cooperate with Flagler County or appropriate officials for grant auditing purposes.

Qualified small businesses that they were negatively impacted by COVID-19 are eligible for funding at the following levels: Tier I: Sole Proprietor – $3,000 Tier II: Businesses with 2-12 Full Time Equivalent employees – $7,500 Tier III: 13-25 FTE employees – $15,000 Tier IV: 26-50 FTE employees – $35,000 Tier V: 51-100 FTE employees – $50,000 Visit www.flaglercounty.org for more details.

The county’s mask resolution, unlike local cities,’ makes explicit in its text that it is not a requirement.

NEWS EDITOR

After local cities passed resolutions stating that people are required to wear masks indoors in situations where social distancing is not possible, the Flagler County Commission at a July 13 meeting decided to do something slightly different: It passed a resolution that encourages people to wear face coverings, but does so without the language of a mandate or requirement.

In the practical sense, the outcome is the same. Although the cities’ resolutions described mask wearing as required in certain situations — Palm Coast’s states that people “shall” wear masks indoors when social distancing isn’t possible — they did not specify an enforcement mechanism, so people violating those directives could not be cited, fined or arrested.

That led the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office to post on social media that Palm Coast’s mask resolution was an “unenforceable recommendation.”

The county resolution’s wording makes explicit that its recommendation is not a requirement and not enforceable, stating that the county “emphatically urges all persons to wear face coverings when in indoor locations open to the public, or when unable to maintain social distancing from other persons outdoors, exclud-

ing household members.”

“The use of masks is very, very important to us all, and I think that this is a way of us reemphasizing this, but saying there is no way we can ask our sheriff to arrest people or fine people,” County Commission Chairman David Sullivan said. “We are asking people as strongly as we can to wear masks and to look out for their fellow man.”

Sheriff Rick Staly, speaking during the July 13 meeting, told commissioners, “I think you did it right. When you use the word ‘mandate,’ there’s an expectation of enforcement.”

Resident Jane Gentile-Youd, during the meeting’s public comment period, thanked Sullivan for the resolution, but said she’d hoped for a system where masks could be enforced by deputies through a warning on the first offense, and deputies could have masks on hand to provide to violators. She asked about business owners’ ability to have someone removed from the premises for refusing to comply.

Staly said that having deputies provide masks would cost money.

But he noted that business owners and property owners have the right to exclude patrons — and, if someone refuses to leave when told to do so, law enforcement could be contacted. If the person still refused to leave, they could be arrested for trespassing.

“The use of masks is very, very important to us all, and I think that this is a way of us reemphasizing this, but saying there is no way we can ask our sheriff to arrest people or fine people.”

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YOUR NEIGHBORS BRIAN MCMILLAN EXECUTIVE EDITOR

W

hen Joe Rizzo applied to be the executive director of the Flagler County Education Foundation in 2017, he didn’t have the typical resume. He had never led a nonprofit before; he was in the restaurant business.

Catherine Evans was on the hiring committee at that time, and she recalled thinking, “Joe Rizzo is doing what?”

But, Evans said, “I’m really glad we took that chance on him.”

Since hiring Rizzo, the Ed Foundation has increased its fundraising effort to support Flagler Schools students and families from about $375,000 the year Rizzo was hired to about $1 million this year.

Ed Foundation Assistant Director Becca Bower credits Rizzo’s passion and connections for vaulting the foundation to new heights. She said that at the fundraising events, Rizzo often addresses the attendees and gives all the credit to the staff.

“He ends up in tears when he talks about why we do what we do,” Bower said. “That shows his passion and his belief.”

HOMEGROWN CONNECTIONS

Rizzo is a Flagler Palm Coast High School alumnus, which sets him apart from the previous Ed Foundation directors who had no local ties. He played football in college and then earned a business degree in Sweden before returning to Flagler County in 1999. He teamed up with the Crews family, who had just started Woody’s Bar-B-Q restaurant, becoming a co-owner.

Rizzo later tried other restaurant endeavors, including a Woody’s in St. Augustine for several years, the Bull Creek Fish Camp, and the Island Grill in Flagler Beach.

To go from there to the Ed Foundation, he said, “I don’t think it could have been a more unusual leap.”

“Without Joe’s leadership and pure passion to make a difference in the lives of students and families in our county, there is no way the Flagler County Education Foundation would have the success we have had over the past few years. He is always quick to offer up thanks and praise for us as

STRONG FOUNDATION his employees, but never wants to take any of the credit. What he has accomplished is nothing short of amazing!”

Becca Bower, assistant director, Flagler County Education Foundation But the school district was always important to him. He and the Crews family agreed to help the schools with discounted or free food for events whenever possible. Rizzo also got to know just about every organization in town through networking at catering events.

Rizzo said former Superintendent Bill Delbrugge encouraged him to join the volunteer Board of Directors several years ago, and eventually became president of the board.

David Alfin, who was one of Rizzo’s partners in the Island Grill, said his restaurant experience prepared him well to lead the Ed Foundation.

“I see a very connective line between the two, and it all has to do with his ability to engage with people,” said Alfin, who is this year’s volunteer president of the Ed Foundation.

“Our donors are invested not just financially but also emotionally,” Evans said.

EMOTIONAL INVESTMENT

While Rizzo was volunteer president, he was also part of the Flagler Chamber’s Leadership Class XVII, and he and Carla Cline supported creating an annual event to benefit a cause that was

Dr. Kimberli Halliday, Shelley Wheeler, JoAnn Checchi and Christy Butler at a recent Ed Foundation fundraiser.

dear to the Crews family. Named for the late son of Scott Crews, the Josh Crews Writing Project forms clubs at schools and helps students publish their writing.

A dinner event raised the first year cost about $5,000 to host, and it raised about $5,000, effectively canceling out the profit. But Scott Crews matched the $5,000, and he has done so each year ever since, Rizzo said.

Bower said the Josh Crews dinner is an example of how far the Ed Foundation has come in the last several years; it now raises more than $50,000 per year.

A kickoff event to thank donors used to cost the foundation about $7,000 according to Evans, who was the 2019-2020 volunteer president of the Ed Foundation’s Board of Directors. Rizzo had the idea to turn it into a fundraiser, and last year, the event raised about $65,000, she said.

Evans said Rizzo has done more than anyone to help community partners see the value of supporting the Ed Foundation’s mission.

One example is the Ed Foundation’s new virtual reality tours of classroom programs, such as the Fire Academy at Flagler Palm Coast High School. They’re led by students, and they are impactful in helping donors to see how their dollars are being spent.

“Your dollars are really going to go to the hands of the children,” Rizzo said.

FUTURE SUCCESS

The Ed Foundation was primarily a fundraising effort since it began in 1990, Alfin said, but as director, Rizzo transformed it into a true nonprofit organization. Rizzo hired a staff that he is constantly praising: Bower, Operations and Database Specialist Shelley Wheeler, and Student Services Coordinator Christy Butler. The Ed Foundation also leans on Flagler Schools for accounting services.

Rizzo has helped make the Ed Foundation sustainable for the future, Alfin said.

In true Rizzo fashion, Rizzo credits his team and the donors — including the Freytags and Ungers

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The Flagler County Education Foundation team: Christy Butler, Shelley Wheeler, Joe Rizzo and Becca Bower.

WHAT THEY’RE SAYING “Flagler Schools would like to congratulate the Flagler County Education Foundation for its fundraising efforts.

Their funding of teacher grants, scholarships, events, special projects and supplies have positively impacted our community in countless ways. I also want to personally thank those individuals and businesses who have contributed, and continue to give, even in these uncertain times as it is an important commitment they have shown to our students time and time again.”

CATHY MITTELSTADT, superintendent of Flagler Schools

“Pirate Nation is grateful for the support of the Ed Foundation. We could not achieve our goals for student success without them.”

JEFF REAVES, principal of Matanzas High School

— for the success of the organization. Public-private partnerships are the future of successful schools, he said.

Rizzo noted that Beaver Toyota is a new sponsor, contributing $20,000 this year. Chiumento Dwyer Hertel Grant donates $10,000 per year. Quantum Electric has been a significant partner, as has DME Sports Academy in Volusia County.

And then the pitch: to support the Ed Foundation in mentoring, teacher grants, school supplies or its latest effort, which is to deliver to every student a mask and hand sanitizer, donate at flagleredfoundation.org, or text “FLAGLERSTRONG” to 44-321.

“If we can really get every person — parents, guardians, grandparents — to invest in these kids just a little bit more than what the state tells us to, that’s when you’re going to see this place transform,” Rizzo said. “The way you solve the world’s problems is you educate people.”

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MEGAN FARRELL CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Having a birthday during quarantine is not ideal. We can’t gather with friends as we did before.

Group dinners are limited to smaller numbers. Special trips out of town are not as easy as they once were.

Birthday parades are fun for the kiddos, but what do you do when you’re an adult and celebrating a milestone birthday? What would you do to make a 40th birthday special for someone you love?

Today is Brady’s 40th birthday!

Originally we had plans for taking the week off, our parents coming down to visit, then heading to Las Vegas for a few days to celebrate. Life had different plans for us. Instead of taking the week off, we are taking a long weekend. Instead of our parents coming down, we will be having FaceTime birthday celebrations.

Instead of heading off to Vegas, without the little man, we will be taking the time to relax in our own backyard at Hammock Beach resort, baby boy in tow! Although it’s not what we originally had in mind, I know it’s going to be great. I plan on making this weekend one of the best experiences we have had together as a family.

Luckily for us, we live in a beautiful community with many natural amenities that people travel thousands of miles to visit. We have miles and miles of beautiful beaches to enjoy. I am excited to take the time to explore places we don’t usually get to go like Matanzas Inlet, grab our kayaks and head out for an afternoon cruising down the Intracoastal.

There are a few restaurants I am looking forward to trying for the first time, like the Raw Juice Cafe in Flagler Beach, and heading to our favorite staples, like Captain’s BBQ in The Hammock.

I am also looking forward to slow mornings with two of my favorite guys in a place where we already live and love. We haven’t had the chance to see a sunrise together since the baby joined us 17 months ago. It will only be more fun having him there to chase the seagulls with us.

So even though the world looks much different today than this day for the last 39 years, Elijah and I hope you still have the most wonderful weekend, relaxing by a pool, with your family and friends - virtual or in person - with a cocktail in hand!

Happy birthday, Brady Nelson. We love you!

Have you had to celebrate a birthday during quarantine? What is something you did to make your loved one feel special? Head online and let us know!

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Judge rates Flagler County Art League photo show

BRIAN MCMILLAN EXECUTIVE EDITOR

Terry Bottom was the Best of Show winner of the Flagler County Art League’s latest show, “Freestyle Photography – A Virtual Show,” which is online through Sept. 8 at https://www.flaglercountyartleague.org/freestyle-photography.

Bottom’s photo, “Mom’s Getting a Little Crazy,” “captures a remarkable moment,” according to judge Stephanie Shaw, lead museum technician for the Southeast Museum of Photography at Daytona State College.

“The osprey’s severe and direct gaze is arresting. This image skillfully encapsulates the strength and beauty of these birds, as well as the fierceness of motherhood.”

Other winners are as follows: First of Show: “The Portal under the Bridge,” by Robyn Cowlan; Second of Show: “Storm Front,” by Ella Rose Ferri; Third of Show: “Reaching,” by Lori Vetter Bowers Shaw also recognized the fol-

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house in Flagler Beach was the top real estate transaction for the week of June 11-17 in Flagler County in the Multiple Listing Service. Stephen and Lupita Conway, of Palm Coast, sold 3373 Ocean Shore Blvd. N. to Jeremy and Linden Codling, of Boca Raton, for $780,600. Built in 1984, the house is a 4/3 and has a dune walk and 1,984 square feet. Following is a partial list of other transactions for the week.

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Belle Terre Cindy Shires and Ramona McPherson, individually and as trustees, sold 6 Pennypacker Lane to Richard Trepainer Jr., of Palm Coast, for $165,000. Built in 1983, the house is a 2/2 and has a fireplace and 1,416 square feet. It sold in 2010 for $95,000.

Cypress Knoll Holiday Builders Inc., of Melbourne, sold 35 Ethan Allen Drive to Jeffrey and Christiane Greenberg, of Palm Coast, for $327,990. Built in 2020, the house is a 3/3 and has 2,446 square feet.

Indian Trails William and Martha Estberg, of Flagler Beach, sold 28 Buffalo Meadow Lane to Kimberly Robinson, of Palm Coast, for $304,000. Built in 2004, the house is a 4/2 and has a swimming pool and 2,263 square feet.

It sold in 2004 for $165,200.

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Lehigh Woods Seagate Homes LLC, of Palm Coast, sold 12 Raeitan Way to Lyndsea Willis, of Palm Coast, for $239,900. Built in 2020, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,832 square feet.

Maronda Homes LLC sold 47 Raleigh Drive to Barbara Desotelle, of Palm Coast, for $209,900. Built in 2020, the house is a 4/2 and has 1,867 square feet.

Matanzas Woods Aleksandr and Rebecca Maksimyuk, and Alex’s Distinctive Tile, of Palm Coast, sold 70 Lindsay Drive to Jeffrey and Ashley Kriesen, of Palm Coast, for $440,000. Built in 2018, the house is a 4/3.5 and has 3,344 square feet.

Palm Harbor Michael and Maryrose Joyce, of Daytona Beach, sold 105 Longview Way N. to Jessica and Joseph Robles, as trustees, for $693,975. Built in 2002, the house is a 4/3 and has a swimming pool, boat dock and 2,630 square feet. It sold in 2014 for $598,000.

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trustees, sold 32 Ballard Lane to James Hughes and Barbara Merrins, of Palm Coast, for $265,000. Built in 1991, the house is a 3/2.5 and has a swimming pool and 2,723 square feet.

It sold in 1997 for $127,000.

The top transaction is in the Kanaha Beach neighborhood in Flagler Beach and features four bedrooms.

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Forrester Place to Suparna Bose, of Flagler Beach, for $150,000. Built in 1987, the 3/2 has 1,412 square feet. It sold in 2018 for $166,000.

Pine Grove Keith and Judith Ammon, of Tarpon Springs, sold 61 Park Place Circle to Michael and Patricia Cubbage, of Palm Coast, for $245,000. Built in 2017, the 3/2 has 1,885 square feet.

Pine Lakes Caren Burgess and Robert Mast, of Palm Coast, sold 22 Montauk Lane to Wesley and Mariana Redwanc, and Kamila Armborst, of Palm Coast, for $240,000. Built in 1994, the 4/2 has a swimming pool and 2,084 square feet. It sold in 2017 for $197,500.

Holiday Builders Inc., of Melbourne, sold 67 White Hall Drive to Kristopher and Stephanie Kerr, of Palm Coast, for $221,990. Built in 2019, the house is a 3/2 and has 2,044 square feet.

Seminole Woods Mary Mangan and Elena Arrazola, of Palm Coast, sold 6 Sledding Place to Justin Isaacs, of Palm Coast, for $272,900.

Built in 2003, the house is a 4/2 and has a fireplace, swimming pool and 2,042 square feet. It sold in 2015 for $210,000.

Toby Tobin, of gotoby.com, contributed to this report.

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SPA FLORIDIAN & Salon 160 Cypres Point Parkway #A109 Palm Coast, FL 32164 386-627-1138

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SCUBA GEAR including size 80 tank, shipping trunk and miscellaneous gear $99 386-446-6855.

Good Things To Eat

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Furnishings

2017 DODGE Grand Caravan 10” lowered floor, ramp & tie downs $32,995 727-492-1630.

SOFA, TAN, wooden trim, excellent condition $350 matching recliner chair $50, 5x8 rug $50, 6 antique wooden chairs $100 for set 386-302-0436.

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This week’s Crossword answers

CLEANING SERVICES SINCE 2003

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AWNINGS Installed, Replaced (Customer Materials ).

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MOBLE HOME Remodeling, Repairs. Painting, Doors & More.

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ATTIC Insulation, Stair, Flooring.

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PAINTING Interior, Exterior, Touch Ups, Paver Sealing, Staining.

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BATHROOM Full Remodel, Shower Redone, Tub Redone, Tub Remove, Built Shower Fixture, Grab Bars, Towel Racks, Vanities, Toilets Repair, Tile, Grout Replacement, Caulking, Paint, and More.

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POWER WASHING/ WINDOW CLEANING Full Service Residential & Commercial.

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REMODELING Full Service.

CABINETS Install, Replace, Repair, Paint.

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ROOFING Repairs Only.

CARPENTRY Interior, Exterior, All Speciality Interior Molding, Crown Molding, Chair Moulding, Shadow Boxes, & More.

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SCREEN REPLACEMENT Pool & Porch Enclosers Only.

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SIDING Wood, Vinyl, T1 11, Hardi Board Planking, Repair, Replace, Install.

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CLOSETS Wire or Wood Shelving, All Types Closet Organizers, Additional Closet Built, Closet Doors installed, repairs, replace.

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SOFFITS Install, Repair, Replace, Paint, Vinyl or Wood.

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COLUMNS Interior, Exterior, Installed, Replace, Repair, Paint.

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DECKS/PORCHES Repairs, Replace, Install, Powerwash, Paint, Stain.

STORAGE SHEDS Assemble, Paint, Custom Build, Disassemble, Cart Away.

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STORM DAMAGE/ WATER DAMAGE All Types of Repairs.

DOORS Interior, Exterior, All Types Installed, Replaced, Repair, Paint, Stain, Door Knobs, Locks, Doggie Doors.

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DRIVEWAY Power Wash, Paint, Stain.

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DRYWALL Install, Repair, Remove, Walls, Ceiling, Spackle, Tape, Texture, Water Damage Repairs, Paint.

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DRYER VENT CLEANING AVOID FIRES!

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FASCIA BOARD Install, Remove, Replace, Power Wash, Paint.

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FLOORING Tile, Laminate, Wood, Linoleum, Vinyl Planking

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FENCE Power Wash, Painting, Staining, Repairs, Install, Replace

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GARAGE Flooring Paint, Epoxy Finish, Power wash, Garage Shelves, Wall Painting, & More.

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GUTTERS Clean out, Power Wash, Paint.

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HAND RAIL Install & Repair all Types, Paint, Stain.

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STUCCO Repairs.

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TILE Floors, Walls, Fireplaces, Pool Decks, Porches, Interior, Exterior and More.

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WALLPAPER Removal.

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WAINSCOTTING/PANELING/SHIPLAP Walls, Ceiling Installed, Removed.

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WOOD ROT Full-Service.

Now Offering Room & Area Rug Carpet Cleaning!

HURRICANE SHUTTERS Install & Remove, Cut, Install & Remove Plywood Over Windows.

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KITCHEN Full or Partial Remodel, Tile Backspash, Cabinets, Disposal Replacement, Painting, Flooring- Tile, Laminate, Wood, Vinyl Planking, Linoleum, Fixtures.

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LANDSCAPING Yard Clean up, Rock, Mulching, Bush Trimming, Planting, Installing , Replacing, Scalloped Edging, Ties, Rubber Edging, & More.

Room For Rent

ROOM FOR rent in “B” section, 2,900 sq. ft. house, all utilities included, no pets, $550 per month, availble 8/1/20, $300 deposit 239-821-4682.

Free Estimates All Supplies Furnished 10% OFF 1st Cleaning Residential/Commercial Licensed References available

Call: 386-569-6151

Servicing Flagler and Volusia Counties for 17 years State License CRC1329768/CCC1329185 | Fully Insured

Office Manager Debbie

386-447-7633

email: Mrjeffhandyman2therescue@gmail.com HANDYMAN SERVICES FULL SERVICE Mail Boxes, Curtian online: Handyman2therescuellc.com Rods, Mirrors, Pictures, Smoke Alarm Batteries, Furniture Assembling, T.V. Brackets.

All workmanship is always fully Guaranteed!

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Small to Large - ANY Detailed Job is Available!

NOW OFFERING GARBAGE HAULING & DUMPSTER RENTAL! 337713

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TIRED OF COMING HOME TO A MESSY HOUSE? NEED YOUR ROOMS/CLOSETS ORGANIZED? I WILL MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER SO YOU CAN ENJOY YOUR DAY!

Do you want a SPARKLIN’ CLEAN home? Call Shell N’ Kell Cleaning Services for a beautiful DEEP CLEAN today!! (904) 377-0484.

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Help Wanted Full-Time

Preschool Director Candidate will possess strong organizational skill; cooperative management and classroom experience; team building skills, as well as strong leadership and communication skills.

Minimum Requirements: 3-5 years’ experience in Early Childhood Education or a related field; possess all classroom and director certifications (including VPK); have working knowledge of ELC/DCF licensing agencies and regulations, school financials and budgets.

Salary based on experience. Please forward your resume and cover letter to: info@stmarkbythesea.org

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Help Wanted

WAITRESSES WANTED. Palm Coast Elks Lodge, at least two nights a week. Familiar with POS system a plus. Contact Diane at 386-446-2709 then press 2 LOVE GLITTER? Love kids?

Want to LOVE YOUR JOB? We are hiring superheroes (and teachers, aids and subs!

Apply at mypc4.com/myjobs today!

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Help Wanted

Full-Time Teacher St. Mark Christian Day School is looking for a reliable, hardworking and dedicated FULL-TIME teacher for our center. Compensation and hours will be discussed during the candidates’ interview.

Qualifications: • High school Diploma/ GED • CDA or Equivalent • 45 DCF Hours • Clean Background Check • First Aid/CPR Please Contact - Pastor Vince Iocona (386) 445-3420

Help Wanted

Home Services

FIREPLACE SPECIALIST & MORE!

TERRY’S PLUMBING Now Hiring 386-439-3191 office@terrysplumbingfl.com 5+ Years’ Experience Required Must be able to pass a drug test and background check.

-New Fireplaces and Re-facing -Chimney cleaning -Replacement screens -Rain caps -Damper and Firebox repairs -Inspections -Custom stone and brick -Mailboxes -Firepits -Walkways -Waterfalls -Patios -BBQ’s Bonanno Masonry 386.503.8460

HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED, mature responsible adult needed for housekeeping and organizing, 3 hours per day, 3 days per week. Flexible days and times $8 per hour. Must have experience and references, will do a background check. Please call 386-569-9925.

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APPLIANCE REPAIR

OVER 20 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

COASTAL APPLIANCE SERVICE TEAM, LLC

CONTRACTOR & REPAIR SPECIALIST • • • • • OVER 20 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE • • • • •

ALLEN

(386) 793-6919 FLAGLERCONCRETE.COM

PAVERSTRAVERTINEANDMORE.COM

CERTIFIED COLLISION REPAIR SHOP 410 N. Railroad Ave, Bunnell, FL 32110 BARBER

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“God Bless You” 338826

WE CHOMP HIGH PRICES!

NEW CONCRETE OR CONCRETE REPAIR

Voted Best Around 5 Years in a Row

No Appointment Necessary

17 Old Kings Road North Palm Coast, FL 32137

CannaConciergePC

Concrete • Pavers • Travertine Fire Pits • and More

386.446.1566

386 - 446 -1655

336409 338213

sdcminc@gmail.com 5054 N. Ocean Shore Blvd. Palm Coast

BLINDS/WINDOW TREATMENTS

DEAD ON

of Palm Coast

We’re your local, neighborhood experts, and when we say we have style and service for every budget, we really mean it. Call North America’s #1 provider of custom window coverings and get the style and personalized service you deserve!

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BudgetBlinds.com

©2019 Budget Blinds, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Budget Blinds is a trademark of Budget Blinds, LLC and a Home Franchise Concepts Brand. Each franchise independently owned and operated.

1 Florida Park Drive N #204 Palm Coast FL 32137

Phone: (386) 627-8051 Fax: (844) 273-3853 chery@cannaconciergepc.com www.cannaconciergepc.com

TARGET

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386-446-1191

Chery Fee MD MBA

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Owner Dominic DiGirolamo

HEALTH

Quality Work at Affordable Prices S & D Construction and Maintenance, Inc.

Mon.-Fri. 8-5 • Saturday 9-1

Blinds • Shutters • Shades Drapes • Home Automation

LICENSE # FC11803 / # GAR13041803

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386-437-0041

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FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

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DRIVEWAYS STAINING POOL DECKS OVERLAYING PATIO STAMPING FIRE PITS ACID STAINING OUTDOOR KITCHENS TEXTURING COUNTERTOPS PAINTING AND MORE!

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SERVICES

AUTO SERVICE

Serving Palm Coast for over 20 years

XNSP17974 338737

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Lic/Insured

DOORS

CREATIVE TOUCH —CONCRETE—

In home appliance service & repair Palm Coast/Flagler County Prompt and Dependable

386-986-7675

CONCRETE

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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HEALTH

PLUMBING

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY ROOFING

"Quality You Can Count On"

For All Your Plumbing Needs

Serving Flagler County for over 30 years

Phone 386-439-9254 www.aciaonline.com Phone 386-439-9254

POOLS

PF-SPAD0414151522

PF-SPAD0414151522

Medicare Plan Options

EZ Roofing Inc. Of Flagler County

Residential Roofing Specialist

(Upon becoming a monthly customer)

• New Roofs • Replacements • Repairs • FREE Estimates • FREE Roof Inspections & Minor Repairs

Prices Starting as low as $90 per month

Deanna Kershner

Insurance Inspections Available Reliable Prompt Service

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Independent Licensed Agent

386.931.3414

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POWER WASHING

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Houses · Driveways · Pool Enclosures Siding · Concrete Licensed/Insured & Reliable

MOW & TRIM

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386-585-5160

RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL ROOFING

RETAIL

PAINTING

(386)463-AMPM (2676) patricia@ampmbiz.com www.ampmbiz.com

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Available Year Round

Licensed - Insured Visa/MC/Amex/Discover

GET YOUR NAME

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WE PAINT HOUSES, POOL DECKS, DRIVEWAYS & DOCKS

OUT THERE!

Free Estimates Licensed & Insured

386-447-9723

WE MAKE IT

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TREES

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Readers Choice Award Voted Best for Past 16 Years

386-445-6198 Serving Flagler County Since 1987

Patricia A. McBean, EA

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GEORGE P. BOURKE, JR. Custom Painting Interior & Exterior

We seal cracks & holes

TAX PROFESSIONAL Tax Preparation • ITIN Service Accurate • Affordable • Professional

Free Estimates

Titanium Painters

712 South Oceanshore Blvd.

Flagler Beach, Florida 32136

Locally Owned and Operated 20+ years

Call Rick

386-276-5777 | Licensed/Insured

Residential - Commercial

386.931.4614

info@sckroofing.com • SCKRoofing.com

338444

Rick's Power Washing

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386-446-2775

LICENSED & INSURED

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Tree Experts LLC A 1

Proper pruning and removal of trees Safely working over houses is our specialty 27 years experience Rick Crouse, owner Licensed and Insured

Arborist Office: 386-264-6281 Cell: 904-669-7743

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EAD CAREFULLY • SUBMIT CORRECTIONS ONLINE

386-328-5359

386-503-7731

One Month Free Pool Service

HMO • PPO • SUPPLEMENTS PART D • DENTAL

CBC ROOFING COMPANY Building Customers For Life!

Four Seasons Pools LLC

Helping You Select the Medicare Plan That is Right For You!

State Licensed | Insured CCC1328252 | CBC1254280

338443

Licensed • Insured Master Plumber CFC1426001

386.677.9265

2 Generations Family Owned & Operated

338744

338740

Fast, Reliable Service

Central Plaza Florida Retina Winn-Dixie Shopping - Route 100Center www.aciaonline.com Phone 386-439-9254 www.aciaonline.com

OR OST NO C ATION OBLIG

Shingle | Tile | Metal | Flat | Re-Roof Structural Repair | Skylights

439-3191 Any Job, Big and Small We do them all 386-445-3305

Auto • HomeInsurance • Condo • Motorcycle • Flood • Renters All Counties Agency All Counties Insurance Agency RV • Boat • Commercial Auto • Property & Traffic School 99 Old Kings Rd. S. Suite 3 & Traffic School Winn-Dixie Shopping Plaza - Route 100

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“Specialist In Hard to Find Leaks”

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PF-SPAD0414151522

CGC049971, CCC330417, CPC048249

338214

338746

CALL BRIAN 386-385-8504

fivestar386@gmail.com • www.fivestarroofingSVC.com

TERRY’S PLUMBING

INSURANCE

CALL for a Quote CALL & forAsk a About Quote Money & Ask Saving About Money Discounts!

Saving Discounts!

• State Certified Roofing & State Certified General Contracting.

• Pres. Brian Mullen building locally in Flagler County since 1976 • Licensed, Bonded & Insured

338217

338739

• Roof Replacement and Insurance Experts • Estimates and Inspections • High Wind shingles / All types of roofing

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Orthopedic Surgeons You Know & Trust One of America’s Best Hospitals That’s the Power of +.

At Flagler Health+, we want you to live your best life. No matter your age, joint pain can take you away from living the lifestyle you love. That’s why we’re here to help.

From sports injuries to joint replacements, Flagler Health+ Orthopedic Specialists offers treatment options that fit your unique needs. Whether you’re suffering from knee, shoulder, wrist, elbow, hip or foot pain, Flagler Health+ has the treatment plan that will get you back to enjoying life. When it comes to surgery, our sub-specialty fellowship trained surgeons use the latest advancements, like the Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted technology which allows us to create personalized surgical plans for our patients with precise cuts that minimize hospital and recovery time.

In addition to our sub-specialty fellowship trained surgical team, the Flagler Health+ Orthopedic Care Center features orthopedic-certified nursing staff and specially trained physical therapists who work together to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients. Our total knee and hip replacement programs have earned the Gold Seal of Approval by the Joint Commission and Healthgrades named us one of America’s Best 100 when it comes to orthopedic surgery in 2020.

The Flagler Health+ Orthopedic Specialists office is conveniently located in Palm Coast at 145 City Place, Suite 201. Our caring and compassionate staff look forward to seeing you soon!

Flagler Health+ Orthopedic Specialists. Serving our community.

Learn more at FlaglerHealthOrtho.com or call 386.627.7318 337791-1

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