HISTORIC CITY NEWS November 2017

Vilano Beach Economic Summit was a success

Vivian Browning, President Vilano Beach Main Street, Inc. Special to Historic City News For the attendees of the Vilano Beach Economic Summit, thank you for our last 20-years of progress. Your interest and contributions to a bright future for Vilano Beach are greatly appreciated. Your attendance and participation made all the preparations worthwhile and will…

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Business

FDOT road repairs and maintenance report

Historic City News was notified by Florida Department of Transportation Public Information Officer, Debbie Delgado, that traffic will be impacted at the following St Augustine and St Johns County locations where roadwork is being conducted. Be alert to lane closures and temporary detours, as well as increased congestion in these areas. FDOT employees and contractors…

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Community

Regan: LightUp! Night will be safe, secure, and fun

Responding to questions posed by Historic City News readers, St Augustine City Manager John Regan offered answers and some assurances to those who were uncertain about attending the Saturday evening LightUp! Night celebration.

Community

Volunteer for Confederate Memorial Advisory Committee

As the Nation’s Oldest City, St. Augustine has a long standing and deep commitment to the accurate telling of the city’s history.

Government

City continues the Lightsey Christmas Tree tradition

Until the Seabridge Square shopping center was upended for renovations and remodeling, one of St Johns County’s longest running holiday landmarks, Lightsey and Sons, was a sure sign that Thanksgiving and Christmas were right around the corner.

Business

Governor makes public transportation $10.8 billion priority

Governor Rick Scott today announced to local Historic City News reporters that the Florida Department of Transportation will receive a historic $10.8 billion in the recommended FY 2018-2019 “Securing Florida’s Future” budget to keep Florida’s transportation and infrastructure system the best in the nation.

Government

Ponte Vedra Beach man faces 20-counts of child porn possession

During an ongoing investigation into the possession and distribution of child pornography in St Johns County, investigators identified a computer, located in Ponte Vedra Beach, that was being used to host images of children engaged in sexual acts.

Public Safety

City manager shares his vision of the homeless problem

During the St. Augustine City Commission meeting on Monday evening, November 13th, City Manager John Regan will lead a discussion on the topic of homelessness and panhandling.

Government