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Newspaper
Sun Coast Gondolier
Location
Venice, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1978
Page
1
A petition drive aims to secure a Public Service Commission ballot issue in November. Details on page 5 outline organizers and timeline for submitting signatures and meeting ballot requirements.
National Babe Ruthers win first game as tournament opens today with action slated across multiple fields. More details on page 8.
Venice Hospital undertakes a project to replace the Gondolier Motel with a 110 car parking facility. The motel south wing will be kept for future hospital development while the rest is demolished within two weeks. The lot should be finished in about six weeks with landscaping coordinated with the hospital.
Venice area runs 429 summer enrollments with 60 in driver education and 65 in physical education. Principal Guy Bennett notes tests tied to progression policy boost attendance but most come for credits and job time, not simply to escape. Some high achievers still attend for improvements and flexibility.
Property owners can still file petitions Monday July 17 after a Saturday deadline shift. The Sarasota south county office at the Court House Annex handles residential properties while commercial and condo appeals go to the main Sarasota office. The process moves from notification to re appraisal and, if needed, a Board of Tax Adjustment hearing with notarized petitions required.
Three Venice area men were hurt in a two car crash on U S 41 Bypass near Wicke's Lumber Co. Clarence Adkins and Curtis Hutchinson were rushed to Venice Hospital with internal injuries and lacerations. Robert Wahl was treated and released. Both cars were totaled. No charges filed yet pending investigation.
Nancy Hogan assumes operation of the Venice Pier concession July 1 with plans to upgrade the stand. Electric hookups, revised lighting, and new equipment will accompany a broader snack menu and later a canopy and patio screening. Hogan also runs Joeys Cafe and notes the rent increase to cover electricity while promising a stronger effort to earn a living.
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