HISTORIC CITY NEWS 2012

Archaeological resources a local priority

All public and private properties within the city limits of St Augustine have required evaluation by a trained and professional archaeologist since 1986; however, that effort was reinforced last night when city commissioners passed a resolution for the further protection of archaeological resources.

Government

Eminent Domain: The keys to the kingdom

During the regular business meeting of the St Augustine City Commission last night, more than 50 current and former residents of the city appeared before the five-member board to express, in no uncertain terms, their distrust and disbelief in what they see as manipulation of local codes to favor the Florida School for the Deaf…

Visit full text article “Eminent Domain: The keys to the kingdom” »

Government

Former Commissioner Lennon recognized

Former St Augustine City Commissioner William J Lennon appeared before the current board last night to receive recognition for his role in establishing the highly successful Nights of Lights celebration.

Community

This is war on the City of St Augustine

Historic City News reporters listened last night as community activist Melinda Rakoncay addressed the City Commission, members of the audience and residents with an impassioned plea to fight against building practices by the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind that do not comply with local codes.

Community

New Businesses through 1/22/2012

The information contained in this report is taken from sources deemed reliable; the accuracy and completeness of which Historic City News does not control and cannot guarantee. The original public records are on file with the St. Johns County Tax Collector and should be consulted before taking any action.

Business

Body believed to be missing man from Volusia County

A 26 year-old man who was reported missing on January 12, by the South Daytona Beach Police Department, is believed to be the man whose body was recovered from Salt Run yesterday.

Public Safety

Chamber announces increased county employment

Unemployment numbers are moving in the right direction, according to a press release received by Historic City News from Norm Gregory, CCIM, Vice President of Economic Development for the St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce.

Business

Sheriff Shoar promoting detoxification center

St Johns County Sheriff David Shoar told local Historic City News reporters in St Augustine that, somewhere along the line, the county has lost essential mental health treatment options that now place an increased, and perhaps misplaced, burden on law enforcement.

Public Safety