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Newspaper
Sun Coast Gondolier
Location
Venice, Florida, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1979
Page
4
The Venice mayor will appoint a one year youth advisory board on Sept 1 with members recommended by peers. The board can address topics from the mayor and council and may appear before council to present views. Mayor’s action follows a motion by Councilman R L Anderson praising youth contribution.
Caffrey outlines goals including better lighting on West Venice Avenue median, more sidewalks, improved paving, smoother traffic on U S 41 in winter, and paving of Venice Community Center lot. He pledges to reduce the utility tax from 10 to 8 percent, refurbish the jetty area, and asks the county to provide two lifeguards south of Venice Public Beach. He praises Venice and urges keeping it beautiful with a call to retain the good and improve the mediocre.
About 30 state education officials will tour South County schools to assess classroom space enrollment and building conditions. Long range planner Ken Stevenson noted findings affect future state funding and that schools will must compete for scarce dollars as growth continues toward an 1984 population of 25,500.
The report notes retirement project progress monthly across states with Florida housing more elderly. It cites 19 states having smaller total population than Florida over 60 and that about 95 percent of the elderly are active. Of the five percent inactive, 80 to 90 percent require only minimal medical services according to the speaker.
Hafer says retirement center and program could serve as a model for Florida and other states. He cites housing needs for middle and lower income elderly and argues congregate living keeps seniors in the community. He notes many elder individuals and couples fear losing independence and prefer smaller congregate setups.
The Sarasota County board quarreled over a subcontract proposal insisting on strict adherence to state and federal guidelines. A public hearing was set to adjust the budget after funds are secured. The board approved signs for Venice Gardens, an 11 day admin building remodel, and several CETA projects totaling about 39000 dollars. A health emergency ordinance requires Southeast Asian refugees to undergo public health screening and sponsors to notify the department. A rate case for Southeastern Development and Utility Co was tabled for next week.
Robert John McVey Sr 70 formerly of Bad Axe Michigan died Oct 5 1979 in Venice Hospital after wintering in Florida. He leaves wife Ruth Marian son Robert Jr daughter Noreen seven grandchildren with graveside service at Rock Falls Cemetery Harbor Beach Michigan. Farley Funeral Home Venice directed arrangements. Carol R Warbington Venice Villa Dr died with Farley Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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