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Newspaper
Sun Coast Gondolier
Location
Venice, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1981
Page
1
Sarasota County leaders consider adding six deputies to serve rapidly growing South County. Sheriff Jim Hardcastle presents a two page budget summary ahead of a workshop to discuss funding options and possible shifts, with a $9 million plus request and a road patrol focus.
Venice Englewood and North Port each get separate General Telephone directories. The change affects 77 000 customers and prompts public input via a coupon to the Gondolier for the Florida Public Service Commission.
Venice planning commissioners heard Martin Rauch seek RMF-3 to CI rezoning for a Venice Motor Inn corner to host commercial tenants including a potential Burger King. City Manager Dale Rieth opposed further fast food growth. Rauch cited zoning confusion and lack of Becker guidance as issues. Continued discussion noted for Page 6.
Venice Newstand owner Don Bellefleur and Venice Area Chamber of Commerce president Ron Hicks trade statements as the store’s rejection of chamber membership over sexually oriented literature keeps the dispute alive. Bell efleur warns of legal action while Hicks maintains communication lines are open and the chamber’s stance stands. The controversy traces to an unknown reason given in a chamber letter, later tied to the store’s adult literature section.
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