Cathy DuPont notified local government reporters at Historic City News that the St. Augustine City Commission will meet in a workshop on Wednesday to review the future of the planned 450th Commemoration.

In recent weeks there has been a clear sense of uncertainty around City Hall over the consequences of the July 1st takeover of 34 state-owned historic properties in St. Augustine, now managed by the University of Florida.

With last night’s City Commission meeting being short by one member, Historic City News reporters watched as remaining commissioners decided to delay action for two weeks to replace retiring City Clerk Karen Rogers, CMC.

Historic City News reporters watched last night’s regular meeting of the St. Augustine City Commission, where approval was given to a tentative millage rate of 7.5 mills.

Assistant City Attorney Carlos Mendoza reported to local Historic City News reporters that, in one week, he will host an informational meeting on the proposed horse drawn carriage ordinance.

After completing eleven years of service to the City of St. Augustine, City Clerk Karen Rogers announced her intention to retire during the last City Commission meeting two weeks ago.

Ponte Vedra Beach resident Kelly Barrera began with the National Safety Commission in 2003 as Vice President of Scheduling Operations. She is responsible for planning and overseeing classroom, instructor and scheduling operations.

Although the Clerk of Court’s Fraud, Abuse, and Waste Auditor is still conducting their investigation into his allegations, Historic City News local reporters have learned that an offer has been made that will allow Ryan Dettra to return to work.