Venice Chamber Opposes Oaks Acquisition Referendum
With one week to go the Venice Chamber of Commerce denounces the Oaks purchase citing long term costs and competing capital needs. Chamber President Ron Hicks says higher taxes are the real issue and lists road, water, school and waste concerns as priorities over the Oaks tract. Executive Director Dick Louis labels Oaks a special interest project amid a disputed county rezoning deal.
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Ron Hicks
Sarasota County
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County Commission
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Dick Louis
Venice Chamber of Commerce
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Chamber
David Martin
YMCA Open House Draws 2500 as Community Welcomes Renewal
The YMCA hosted an open house with an all you can eat barbecue and pool access drawing 2,500 attendees. Volunteers spotlighted new membership drives with reduced rates and 60 new members joining during the event marking a return to vitality after financial struggles.
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Russell
Venice Council approves new solid waste system plan
The Venice City Council unanimously backs a revamped solid waste collection, approving four side loading garbage trucks after a presentation by Bill Gibson and the Solid Waste Committee. The move is projected to save over $1 million over seven years, with council praise for the committee and officials.
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Jack Hood
Blic Works Department
Larry Heath
Public Works Department
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Gasoline tanker explodes after tire blowout on I-75 near Laurel
A gasoline tanker overturned after a right front tire blowout on I-75 near Laurel, sparking flames that burned 8400 gallons and closed the road for 12 hours. Driver Donald Simpson, 42, and his 11 year old son escaped. Simpson and three firefighters were injured. Fire crews from multiple departments fought the blaze using chemical foam and creek water.
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Venice
Nokomis Volunteer Fire Department
South Trail Fire District
Venice Fire Department
South Venice
Xcel Petroleum Company
FHP
Venice approves 13 million water and sewer bond issue
Venice City Council authorized a 13 million bond package to fund a extensive water and sewer project for the island portion. Financing with 10.6 million in revenue bonds and 2.7 million in a special obligation bond will cover costs and establish a reserve. Bids will be sought within 120 days as banks await firm plans.
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Frank Proctor
Bill Kern
Dale Rieth
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