HISTORIC CITY NEWS

In the last budget meeting, City officials announced their intention to cut funding pursuant to a contract made in February 2009 with former commissioner and Mayor George Gardner to write and distribute a periodic newsletter on behalf of the Department of Public Affairs.

St. Augustine Visitors and Convention Bureau Communications Director Jay Humphreys informed Historic City News local reporters that there is a great mix of music, tours, exercise and activities — inside or outside this weekend across St. Johns County.

Lindsey Phillips has invited Historic City News readers to join the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument in celebration of “Spanish Living History Day”.

St. Johns County Energy Efficiency Coordinator Lowry Shuler reported to Historic City News that commercial contractors and homeowners will have the opportunity to participate in a free energy efficiency workshop this evening to learn how to save money by building more efficiently.

Lieutenant Jeremy Robshaw, Public Information Officer for St. Johns County, informed Historic City News reporters that, beginning October 1, 2011, the Pet Center will be adjusting the hours of operation in order to maximize staff efficiency and reduce personnel costs.

Flagler College announced to local Historic City News reporters that Assistant Professor of Communication Rosemary Tutt, APR, has earned her credential of Certified Public Relations Counselor.

Historic City News has learned that all St. Johns County veterans are invited to reserve their seat for a special complimentary Veterans Appreciation Dinner on Saturday October 1, 2011, presented by the Young Republicans of St. Johns County.

Historic City News covered City Manager John Regan when he told two dozen Nelmar Terrace residents that a fence, city codes, and future plans for the school are all on the agenda for an early May meeting with President Dan Hutto of the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind.