City must pay fair market value for non aviation airport land
FAA spokesman says Venice must return fair market value for non aviation uses of Chuck Reiter Field the fishing pier and the sewer plant under the Surplus Properties Act. Estimated land value is 5.25 million but tax impact faces city leaders concerns.
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Chuck Reiter
Federal Aviation Administration
FAA
James Sheppard
Miami
Venice
Sarasota County
Sheppard
Bill Freeman
Dale Rieth
Chuck Reither
Saunders Emphasizes Experience in Venice Campaign
Dr. Lewis M. Saunders 40, a Venice resident for 16 years, promotes a platform of experience and community involvement. He cites roles on the Venice Planning Commission Rotary Epiphany School Board and Sarasota County Chiropractic Association as proof of qualification for the one year term. He argues his background gives him more experience in city government as Venice has grown from a village.
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Lewis M. Saunders
Venice
Saunders
Inenice
Miami
Western Military Academy
Alton
Ill
Palmer College
Davenport
Iowa
Kalajian Seeks City Council Seat Emphasizing Common Goals
John Kalajian 32, a three year Venice resident and anesthetist, aims to grow the city fairly for residents and businesses. He backs a new zoning code and says youth orientation is not his platform. He hails from Gainesville Florida and holds degrees from the University of Florida and Northeastern University.
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John Kalajian
Kalajian
Gainesville
Fla
University of Florida
Northeastern University
Boston
Venice Hospital
Wood Car Builder Creates Striking Hybrid Vehicle
Hal Allard built a working street machine from wood using a Volkswagen chassis and marine plywood. The project began as a kit business but became a hobby after high costs and time. The first wooden car was sold and is now in Sarasota, finished in flame red.
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Hal Allard
Allard
Volkswagen
Fran Birchfield
Venice
Sarasota
Ambulance Service Seeks New Home After Lease Ends
South County Ambulance Service eyes relocation after lease expires February 15 1978. Robert Johnson owner of the mobile home station south of Grant Plaza proposes moving the unit or the Country Store building to Albee Farm Road with a five year lease and rent increase to 350 dollars monthly. Johnson notes renovations needed for sleeping quarters kitchen and office space and cannot quote final costs yet.
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South County Ambulance Service
Robert Johnson
Grant Plaza
Johnson
Albee Farm Rd
Albee Farm Road
Venice candidate George Wayne seeks more citizen input
In a year with few defined issues Venice city council candidate George Wayne 69 a former U S Steel official argues for greater public involvement in city matters He opposes constant tax rate restraint and warns against delaying funding for necessary services noting past experiences where delaying taxes led to larger hikes later
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George Wayne
Venice
Wayne
U.S. Steel
Chicago
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