DeSantis invites testimony of local community banker

400-Eddie-CreamerCongressman Ron DeSantis, vice-chairman of the Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Job Creation and Regulatory Affairs, informed local Historic City News reporters that St Augustine community banker, Eddie Creamer, testified today regarding the impact that Dodd-Frank is having on Prosperity Bank and their ability to serve Florida’s sixth congressional district.

Ready to get mellow – St Augustine style

Ready to get mellow – St Augustine style

400-MELLOW-MUSHROOMWhen Historic City News reported last month’s new business licenses, it was with some celebration we noted Mellow Mushroom — a new adventure, built from scratch on Anastasia Boulevard, and a first for St Johns County diners who are already familiar with the several Mellow Mushroom restaurants around Jacksonville and the Beaches.

For-profit companies want taste of bed tax

Since the St Johns County Commission voted the optional bed tax into being in 1986, it has been the subject of both praise and criticism; however, at yesterday’s meeting of the Tourist Development Council, St Johns Cultural Council Executive Andy Witt threw a curveball that drew catcalls from some members of the audience.

Final Judgments through 7/14/2013

Final Judgments through 7/14/2013

The information contained in this report is taken from sources deemed reliable; the accuracy and completeness of which Historic City News does not control and cannot guarantee.

The original public records are on file with the St. Johns County Clerk of Court and should be consulted before taking any action.

June New Businesses

June New Businesses

DENNIS HOLLINGSWORTH TAX COLLECTORThe information contained in this report is taken from sources deemed reliable; the accuracy and completeness of which Historic City News does not control and cannot guarantee.

The original public records are on file with the St. Johns County Tax Collector and should be consulted before taking any action.

San Marco 7-Eleven back on front burner

San Marco 7-Eleven back on front burner

500px-7-eleven-brand.svgAfter having no significant movement since December, Historic City News has learned that David Birchim, Planning Manager for the City of St Augustine, received word Monday that the controversial 7-Eleven, being built at the intersection of May Street and San Marco Avenue is moving forward.