HISTORIC CITY NEWS May 2015

Flagler Women of Vision kickoff a success

The newly-established Women of Vision Fund of Flagler College reported to Historic City News that more than three hundred women gathered in the historic Dining Room of the former Hotel Ponce de Leon for the organization’s inaugural fundraising event.

Community

Details emerge in Conch House melee

On Sunday, May 24th about 7:36 p.m. Officer Cecilia Aiple responded to the violent melee occurring at the Conch House restaurant and marina located at 57 Comares Avenue on Anastasia Island; according to a report received by Historic City News yesterday.

Public Safety

City Commission – St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners

(Tue, 26 May 2015 9 am EST) Agenda

Community

Mayor Shaver guest speaker for local Tea Party

Saint Augustine Tea Party Chairman, Lance Thate, has invited all Historic City News readers to attend their Tuesday evening meeting when St Augustine Mayor, Nancy Shaver, will address issues of common concern and her plans for the remainder of her two-year term.

Community

Board of County Commission Regular Meeting Schedule

St. Johns County Board of County Commission 2015 Regular Meeting Schedule The St. Johns County Board of County Commission Meetings are held the first and third Tuesdays each month commencing at 9:00 am in the St. Johns County Auditorium located at 500 San Sebastian View, St. Augustine, FL. The Board reserves the right to cancel…

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Community

Patrons fear force used by Conch House security

It was like deja vu all over again when Historic City News learned of last night’s brawl at the Conch House during “Reggae Sunday”. Two years ago, former Jaguars running back Maurice Jones-Drew found himself in the middle of a civil lawsuit over injuries inflicted on a security officer at the event — no criminal…

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Public Safety

Workshop called for Beach Planning and Zoning Board

The City of St. Augustine Beach Planning & Zoning Board has scheduled an open community workshop for Tuesday, June 2nd at 7:00 pm at the St. Augustine Beach City Hall, 2200 A1A South, St. Augustine Beach. (corner of 16th St. and A1A) Recent changes in zoning regulations have reduced front, rear and side yard setbacks…

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Government

St Johns County isn’t paradise if you can’t afford housing

Bill Lazar provided local Historic City News reporters with a copy of the recently released “2015 Home Matters” report from the Florida Housing Coalition.

Community