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Newspaper
Sun Coast Gondolier
Location
Venice, Florida, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1981
Page
1
Water was once a nuisance to Florida settlers who drained land for crops and railroads. Now the six-county area uses over 225 million gallons daily as supply shrinks. In 1971 Tampa faced a sudden well drying, signaling looming water scarcity.
The Sarasota County school board weighs a five year comprehensive plan that could rewrite districts we meet needs with a shift to middle schools. Superintendent James Fox urges a careful review as input from community and educators shapes recommendations for 1982 83. The proposed middle school model combines elementary and secondary staff to ease transition for adolescents and align with high school goals.
Conservationists rally local leaders on October 13 in Venice City Hall as naturalist Joan Turner and legislators discuss making Venice a manatee sanctuary. The aim is to curb boat strikes and net harassment in Hatchett Creek and Lion's Bay Nokomis, with state support hoped from DNR and lawmakers Warren Henderson Ted Ewing Tom Dawson and Fred Burall.
General Telephone Company informs Venice Englewood and North Port customers of an abbreviated directory through a small brochure included in this month’s bills. The pamphlet notes customer inquiries about directory changes and company policies.
More than 1,000 customers protest GenTel pamphlets on EAS arguing that Sarasota Englewood and North Port are part of their local area. They want a single phone book covering Venice and surroundings.
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