Category: Editorials

The greatest consultant in the world has provided me the answers to my future.  I imagine it is the same consultant that the city manager in St Augustine has been using to get by for the last 25-years.

Jeffrey D. KottkampFlorida’s 17th Lieutenant Governor Special to Historic City News Last week we paused to give thanks for our blessings including the blessing of living in the greatest country in the history of mankind.  We also remember absent loved ones — many of whom fought and died to preserve our liberty and freedom during…

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Michael Gold, Editor in ChiefHISTORIC CITY NEWS This week the St Johns County Commission handled the people’s business with distinction.  In a couple of bold moves that restored my faith in the ability of our elected officials to do the right thing for the right reason, I applaud Chairman Jeb Smith and newcomer Jeremiah Blocker.

Historic City News obtained a copy of a recent email sent by Mayor Nancy Shaver to St Augustine Mayor Tracy Upchurch upon their return from the American Flood Coalition Summit in Washington, DC.  Mayor Shaver, who was elected, and twice re-elected by citizens who respected her ability to address tough problems, spent much of her…

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Ann B. Shortelle, Ph.D., Executive DirectorSt. Johns River Water Management District Dear Historic City News editor: The St. Johns River Water Management District wants Historic City News readers to know that we have launched a new, year-long “Water Less” campaign to help raise awareness about water conservation and to communicate easy ways to integrate outdoor…

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Last year as the five members of the St Augustine City Commission left for their typical Christmas and New Years holiday “break”, the 14,000 citizens who call the city home had no idea that under the cover of darkness there was betrayal afoot.

Jeffrey Kottkamp17th Lt. Governor of Florida Dear Historic City News editor: I find that many children in our public schools are not being taught about American Exceptionalism.

Letter: American Legion delivers 100-years of service Eric WestSt Johns County, FL Dear Historic City News editor: At the end of last month, I was able to attend the 101st American Legion Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana.  It was an honor to be there and see all the Legionnaires.