Year: 2015

Letter: The Greening of St. Augustine

Letter: The “Greening of St. Augustine” Edward A Slavin, Jr. St Augustine, FL Dear Editor: The “Greening of St. Augustine” is everywhere: data-based decisions, street-paving, increased recycling, “lifeline” water rates, promoting equality, honesty, environmental stewardship, historic preservation.  Thanks to Mayor Nancy Shaver, et al. listening to “We, the People,” it’s a proud time for all…

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Editorials

Harvest-time in colonial Florida at Fort Mose

On Saturday, November 14th, 2015, Florida Living History, Inc. in partnership with Fort Mose Historic State Park and the Fort Mose Historical Society, will present an 18th-century, historical interpretation of colonial life from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Fort Mose Historic State Park in St. Augustine.

Community

Begin early voting in St Johns County Saturday

Early voting begins tomorrow, Saturday, for the November 3rd Special Referendum Election and all Historic City News readers are encouraged to participate. The only item on the ballot is the proposed 1/2 cent sales tax increase for St Johns County consumers to assist the St Johns County School District. “This election is open to all registered voters in St….

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Government

Madison Toonder places second in national STEM competition

Historic City News has been informed that because of her expertise in her field, St. Augustine middle school student Madison Toonder has received an award based on her oyster research project, leadership 1abilities in STEM challenges, presentation and communication skills.

Community

Neighborhood Bill of Rights Notification: Dist 3 ROW 15-656

NBR-15-656-FPL.pdf In accordance with St. Johns County Ordinance 2007-1 entitled Neighborhood Bill of Rights, this serves as notification of the attached described County Project. Please see the attached for more information. Rachel Garvey, MSA St. Johns County Growth Management 4040 Lewis Speedway St. Augustine, FL 32084 Phone: 904.209.0579 | Fax: 904.209.0580 Email: rgarvey@sjcfl.us | Web:…

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Neighborhood Bill of Rights Notification: Dist 3 ROW 15-657

NBR-15-657-FPL.pdf In accordance with St. Johns County Ordinance 2007-1 entitled Neighborhood Bill of Rights, this serves as notification of the attached described County Project. Please see the attached for more information. Rachel Garvey, MSA St. Johns County Growth Management 4040 Lewis Speedway St. Augustine, FL 32084 Phone: 904.209.0579 | Fax: 904.209.0580 Email: rgarvey@sjcfl.us | Web:…

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Neighborhood Bill of Rights Notification: Districts 2 & 5

NBR-15-660-FPL.pdf In accordance with St. Johns County Ordinance 2007-1 entitled Neighborhood Bill of Rights, this serves as notification of the attached described County Project. Please see the attached for more information. Rachel Garvey, MSA St. Johns County Growth Management 4040 Lewis Speedway St. Augustine, FL 32084 Phone: 904.209.0579 | Fax: 904.209.0580 Email: rgarvey@sjcfl.us | Web:…

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