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At
The Meeting . . .
his was our second evening meeting of 2009 at Trinity Parish Hall, stating at 6:00 pm on June 13th. About 36 members and guests attended. Light refreshments and beverages were served. The refreshments we enjoyed were provided by Mike Connelly of Lake Area Bakery Delights. Thanks, Mike.
SPEAKERS:
Paul gave a detailed review of our Heritage Park, its progress and their future plans for the Park. He recognized the county was slow getting started with this Park, but it's in their plans going forward. We mentioned items included in their 5 year plan for further development of the Park's facilities such as horseshoe pits, a drinking fountain, benches, trash cans, landscaping, native plantings, irrigation and a water fountain. There was some discussion about cars in the park itself and the use of the park by groups and/or individuals. Paul was very positive in his comments about Putnem County and the future for Heritage Park.
Jeff Hardy, Putnam County Sheriff had not planned to give a speech but offered some comments and entertained specific questions. He stated his platform for election was on the concept of developing satellite offices around the County. This is still in progress. It's yet to be determined where the office for the Western part of the County will be located. Appropriate real estate will be a key factor. He indicated more local patrols by his deputies and closer coordination with other area Sheriffs will help. The “Cops Without Borders” agreement between our 4 County Sheriffs and recently renewed is helping to improve police coverage for our area.
Respectfully submitted,
Recording Secretary
Alert . . .
Received from the Putnam Chamber:
Recent Happenings . . .
The Putnam Chamber of Commerce has joined us in the 21st Century by placing their newsletter on line, too.
[Sorry Wes and staff, the devil made me say it that way. ;-)] It can be seen by clicking here.
Future Happenings . . .
Meadowmere Farms Vineyard will be opening in early August. Check with Felicity Trueblood (352) 475-2963 for an exact date.
Today's Humor . . .
"When I told the doctor about my loss of memory, he made me pay in advance.”
"To sin by silence when they should protest makes cowards of men.”
Businesses of the Month
Tim Parker, Putnam County Property Appraiser
Welcome New Members!
Melrose Business and Community Association Board of Directors
for 2009
Revised on June 26, 2009
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Melrose Business and Community Association, Inc.
All rights reserved.
Our speakers were Paul Stevens, Director of Putnam County Parks and Recreation and Jeff Hardy, Putnam County Sheriff.
We have been alerted by a local business that an organization named Children Against Drugs Alert Program, has been soliciting donations claiming to be affiliated with or representing the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce. This group is NOT affiliated with your Chamber in any way.
They also claim that the donation is for distribution of coloring books to Elementary School Children and 100 % of all donations is to benefit the “Missing Alert Program, Inc.” We do not have any information on whether or not this is true, but they are definitely not representing your Chamber. Please be on the alert as this could be fraud at work.
I call your attention to one specific article, “Smart Growth v. No Growth,” it's eye-opening and thought provoking. You'll see why it's important for Putnam County citizens to get involved. See below, “Floridians for Smarter Growth.”
Floridians for Smarter Growth:
The Putnam Chamber will be hosting an organizational meeting to form a Putnam County Stakeholder group on July 9th in the Georgia-Pacific Room at the Chamber. The meeting will begin at 1 o’clock after lunch. The results of this statewide ballot will have a significant impact on Florida’s future – especially the creation of new jobs and economic growth. This issue will negatively impact every business in Putnam County so plan to attend the organizational meeting on the 9th and be part of winning a decisive victory for the future of Florida. Also, visit the Floridians for Smarter Growth to sign up for e-mail updates or make a contribution.
Mark your calendars for our last evening MBCA meeting of the year to be held at Trinity Parish Hall on September 10th starting at 6:00 pm.
Always check the Community Calendar here in the newsletter and/or on-line at http://melrosefl.com/calendar.html.
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Committee Chair Persons for 2009
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