City Manager’s 10/20/2017

WEEK-IN-REVIEW

Storm debris cleanup continued this week.

The City was able to add a national hauler to

the cleanup effort, allowing the process to go

more quickly. Over 1,261.34 tons of debris

has been collected to date. This process is

expected to take several more weeks, so we

continue to ask residents to be patient. For

more information and to view a map of

locations picked up (or partially picked up),

please visit the City’s website here

http://www.palmcoastgov.com/newsroom/2

017/9/21/3819/city-of-palm-coast-asks-

residents-to-separate-hurricane-debris-into-

3-piles.

Storm Cleanup Continues

Storm Debris Pickup

The City of Palm Coast has received national

recognition as being one of “7 best places to

retire” and among “America’s 50 best cities to

live in” according to two national

publications.

MONEY magazine recognizes Palm Coast as

being “Best for Water Lovers” and 24/7 Wall

St., features Palm Coast as one of the most

livable cities in a story re-published by USA

today.

The stories are available online at

http://time.com/money/4976232/the-best-

places-to-retire-now/ and

https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/nati

on-now/2017/10/13/most-liveable-americas-

50-best-cities-live/761013001/ or see the

attached news release.

Discover Palm Coast Radio Show Podcast

focus this week is on taxes and budgets.

To listen to this week’s podcast, visit the

city’s website here

http://www.palmcoastgov.com/podcast.

Highlights

The Palm Coast Marina at Sunset Courtesy MONEY Magazine

(Vicki Payne)

Friday, October 27 Belle Terre Park

Founder’s Day

Sunday, October 29, 1pm Holland Park

Monday, October 30 and Tuesday, October 31 Fire Station 21

9 Corporate Drive

Intracoastal Waterway Cleanup {RE-SCHEDULED} Saturday, November 4, 8am

Holland Park

Next Week:

Tuesday, October 24, NO CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP OR MEETING

Thursday, October 26, 5pm, Beautification and Environmental Advisory Committee - CANCELED

Thursday, October 26, 6pm, Special Charter Workshop, Flagler Palm Coast High School, 5500 SR 100

Administrative Services & Economic Development Department Update

BAC Update

Public Works Department Update

Community Development Department Update

Information Technology Department Update

Fire Department Update

Parks & Recreation Department Update

Utility Department Update

Humane Society, Pet of the Week

Announcements

Attachments

Founder’s Day Celebration

Boo Bash (Oct. 27 event) and Hall of Terror (Oct. 30-31 event)

Road closure on Rymfire on Oct. 25

November calendar of events

Thomas Bull named Firefighter of the Year by Kiwanis

Palm Coast recognized as a “best place to retire” and as a “most livable city.”

News Releases

ADMINSTRATIVE SERVICES & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT-Beau Falgout, Director

Communications & Marketing

The Division is excited to announce the soft launch of the new Virtual Citizen’s Academy! For citizens who are unable to attend the in-person Citizen’s Academy, the VCA provides an opportunity to learn about City operations online. Classes include an overview of City government and modules about each of the City's nine departments. Check it out here: www.palmcoastgov.com/palm-coasters/citizens-academy. The Virtual Citizen’s Academy was created by Public Relations Intern Hannah Hussmann and summer Video Production Intern Nick Boellner with assistance by Division staff, IT Applications Analyst Doug Akins, Mayor Milissa Holland and many City employees who contributed content.

Preparation is underway for the Palm Coast Historical Society’s annual Founders Day Celebration, to be held 1-3:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29, at Holland Park. Video Production Coordinator Tom Hanson is working with City Historian Art Dycke to develop a video presentation, the news release announcing the event went out this week. Other news releases sent were: Boo Bash (Oct. 27 event) and Hall of Terror (Oct. 30-31 event), Road closure on Rymfire on Oct. 25, November calendar of events, Thomas Bull named Firefighter of the Year by Kiwanis, and Palm Coast recognized as a “best place to retire” and as a “most livable city.” Communications & Marketing Manager Cindi Lane also responded to reporters’ requests and coordinated advertising. The Division videotaped/aired live the Palm Coast City Council meeting and also took photos and presented Citizen’s Academy graduation certificates. Audio support was provided for the City Charter Workshop, and staffing was provided for Citizen’s Academy Week 4 at Palm Coast Fire Department. The team also attended a meeting of the Green Team to discuss upcoming marketing opportunities for raising awareness about City recycling. Two Public Service Announcement video scripts were developed about recycling. A professional webinar was scheduled for staff training covering new ways of using Snapchat and Instagram for producing 10-second news reports. Last Saturday’s Discover Palm Coast radio show, about the 2018 budget, is now available on podcast at www.palmcoastgov.com/podcast. The subject of this Saturday’s radio show is organ donation with guest Suzanne Johnston, the Flagler County tax collector. Listen every Saturday from 9:30-10 a.m. on WNZF – 106.3FM or 1550AM. Planning is underway by Digital Communications Coordinator Jason Giraulo, for the 2018 Birds of a Feather Fest, including ad design for the Cornell Labs magazine and finalization of venues and guides. Social media this week included analysis of effectiveness of Senior Games social media advertising and providing live social media for Food Truck Tuesday.

Processed seven public records requests.

Processed two litigation documents.

Processed two Risk Claims and seven Risk Claims have been cleared.

Prepared and processed 14 documents for recording.

Prepared two agenda items.

Prepared five proclamations.

Prepared and posted one agendas and four sets of approved meeting minutes to Web.

Processed six resolutions.

Processed one ordinance.

Completed one Proof of Life document for citizens.

Coordinated OnBase changes for the Minutes Program with Doug Akins.

Provided Support to the Flagler County Delegation Meeting.

City Clerk

Facebook

POST OF THE WEEK

Central Services Division

Purchasing

Contracts Processed:

Jones Edmunds & Associates, Inc., 2nd and Final Renewal for Professional Stormwater and Environmental Engineering Services, RFQ-SW-14-02

England-Thims & Miller, Inc., 2nd and Final Renewal for Professional Stormwater and Environmental Engineering Services, RFQ-SW-14-02

Singhofen & Associates, Inc., 2nd and Final Renewal for Professional Stormwater and Environmental Engineering Services, RFQ-SW-14-02

DRMP, Inc., 2nd and Final Renewal for Professional Stormwater and Environmental Engineering Services, RFQ-SW-14-02

Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE), Letter of Agreement for Continuance of Services to Assist our Local Businesses with their Volunteers Providing job growth for City Residents

Duval Ford, LLC, Piggyback with State of Florida for Ford Motor Vehicles (2017 Ford Escape and 5 F150’s), Contract No. 25100000-16-1

Kustom Signals, Inc., Piggyback for Police Radar, Lidar, Parts & Equipment, T.T.# NASPO # 01611

Insight Public Sector, Inc., Piggyback for Technology, Products, Services, Solutions & Related Products and Services, Contract No. 4400006644

Wesco Turf, Inc., Piggyback for 2 Toro Ground Master 7210 Mowers and Accessories, Contract No. 21100000-15-1

Wesco Turf, Inc., Piggyback for Purchase of Toro Mowers and Accessories (Toro Groundsmast 4000-D & Toro Workman HD), Contract No. 21100000-15-1

Alan Jay Fleet Sales, Piggyback off of the NJPA Cooperative Agreement for Passenger Cars, Light Duty, Medium Duty, and Heavy Duty Trucks, NJPA Contract # 120716-NAF

Bechtol Engineering & Testing, Inc., 1st Renewal for Geotechnical and Laboratory Services, RFQ-CD-PL-14-01

Ring Power Corporation, Piggyback through the State of Florida for purchase of Agriculture and Lawn Equipment Parts, Contract No. 21100000-15-1

Duval Ford, LLC, Piggyback for Motor Vehicles (F250 Purchase), Contract No. 25100000-16-1

Duval Ford, LLC, Piggyback for Motor Vehicles, Contract No. 25100000-16-1

CDW Government, LLC, Piggyback for Information Technology Solutions including Desktops, Servers, Software, Peripherals, and Services, Contract No. 130733-01

Life Extension Clinics, Inc., Annual Firefighter Physicals Agreement, #13-34 Amendment # 1

Alan Jay Fleet Sales, Piggyback to Purchase Various Vehicles, Contract No. 2017-120716-NAF

BUSINESS ASSISTANCE CENTER

BUSINESS CONSULTING

This Week – 14.5 Consulting Sessions, 43 Consulting Hours

Total for Month – 28.5 Consulting Sessions, 92 Consulting Hours

PALM COAST BAC IMPACT

Economic Impact This Fiscal Year - $2,324,000

Economic Impact to Date- $28 Million

Return on Investment - $86 per Tax Dollar Invested

NEW PALM COAST COMMERCIAL BUSINESSES

Green Lion Café – 100 Cooper Lane – Restaurant w/Alcohol

NEW PALM COAST HOME BASED BUSINESSES

Keep It Moving Express Trucking – Trucking Company

Bill’s Master Painting Service – Handyman Service

PUBLIC WORKS – Nestor Abreu, Director

Storm debris cleanup – Crabtree Ct.

7.43

210

20

86

52

146

2

PARK & HIKING TRAILS INSPECTION # MILES

PARKS & TRAIL SIGN INSPECTION

FIELDS PAINTED

INSPECT PKS & ATHLETIC FIELD IRRIGATION ZONES

PARKWAY MEDIAN MAINTENANCE

INSPECT MEDIAN IRRIGATION ZONES

NECESSARY REPAIRS -HOLLAND PK

Parks & Medians Division

Mowing Holland Park

Weed eating fence

Line -ITSC

67 1,742 13,735 7 1

CULVERT PIPE

CLEANING # PIPE

CULVERT PIPE

CLEANING LINEAR FEET

DITCHES MAINT LINEAR

FEET

INSPECT DITCH

DRAINAGE PROBLEMS

REPAIRED OUTFALLS

Stormwater Division

Aerating grass – Belle Terre N Boom Axe right of ways SR-100

Cleaning out storm drains- Holland Park

Hand pulling weeds

Palm Coast Pkwy

Remote mower

I-I95 interchange Replacing irrigation heads

Hazardous tress removal –Red Mill Dr.

Debris removal and storm cleanup continues throughout the City Streets

FIRE FLEET TRANSPORT

CITYWIDE FACILITY REQUESTS

ROAD CALLS

VEHICLES - REPAIR

VEHICLES - INSPECTIONS

VEHICLES - PM'S

SMALL EQUIP - REPAIRS

HAND EQUIP & MOWERS - ROAD …

HAND EQUIP & MOWERS - REPAIRS

HAND EQUIP & MOWERS - PM'S

3

10

2

2

2

16

2

20

12

12

2

53

5

Facility & Fleet Service City Fleet Fire Fleet

Reconditioned handicap

ramp – Holland Pk

Repairing Caterpillar

loader

2 1

25

18

24

6

STREETS DIVISION

Site distance trimming

Pot holes repaired

Curb & gutter swept # of miles

Repair signs

Traffic Control for special events

Traffic Signal Work

Special Projects

Pot hole repair Palm Coast Pkwy

Painting Historical Society bldg- Holland

Park

0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90%

100%

WastewaterTreatment Plant

1 MechanicalBar Screen

Replacement

CommunityCenter

MatanzasWoods Pump

Station

WastewaterTreatment Plant

2

Palm Coast ArtsFoundation 2

Restrooms

Freida ZambaPool - Pump

Filters

City Capital Projects Under Construction

0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90%

100%

Protea SeniorLiving/Sable Palms

Taco Bell Grand LandingsRecreation Center

Chipotle CreeksideCommercial

Developer Projects Under Construction

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT – Stephen Flanagan, Director

3 Commerce Blvd Interior Renovations (Kanthal Corp) Buttrey Builder Inc. $25,000.00

99 Old Kings Road S Unit 1-B & 2 Interior Renovations- Central Florida Retina Commercial Construction $125,000.00

15 Cypress Branch Way #201 Barbell Battalion Gym - weightlifting

2 McCormick Drive Interior Renovations - Island Doctor Paul Culver Construction $250,000.00

216 Palm Coast Parkway NE Starbucks Elfrink Construction $250,000.00250 Palm Coast Parkway NE Unit

203

Interior Renovations - Alterations by Lucy /

Dry Cleaning Stephen Kenny $13,900.00

250 Palm Coast Parkway NE Unit

207 Interior Renovations - Painting With A Twist

Certified General

Contractors $40,000.00

250 Palm Coast Parkway NE Unit

504 Interior Renovations - Chiropractor Office

Certified General

Contractors $35,000.00

250 Palm Coast Parkway NE Unit

503 Interior Renovations- WildBirds

Certified General

Contractors $35,000.00

287

10

$15,452,025.00

Commercial Permits Applied

Construction value improvements  from October 1, 2017 to date

Residential Single Family/Duplex Residences

Permitting Activities

Total Permits Issues:

Occupancy Permits Issued

Jacob Rohloff

Certificates of Occupancy Issued

On October 17th Planning Staff spoke at a neighborhood meeting hosted by a local neighborhood

watch group about current and future development in the City of Palm Coast. The meeting was

well attended by approximately 30 residents who were very engaged and appreciated learning

about development activities within the City. Please remember City Staff members are available

to speak at your civic organizations’ meetings. Please contact City Hall for more information.

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - Steven Viscardi, Director

Applications

Applications Division continued work on additional Munis Role migrations to new position based roles.

Application Division provided assistance to Customer Service with Cashier application issues requiring

extensive time to resolve.

Application Division researched capabilities in Munis HR to provide direct deposit capability in Employee

Self Service that would allow for the collection of documents online.

Application Division assist with the migration of over 100 Workflow processes related to the transition of a

new City Finance Manager

Application Division kicks off test plans for latest version of Tyler Cashier software with key End User Testers

- target to be completed by Nov 5th with upgrade planned for Nov 9 & 10th.

GIS

GIS continues to produce daily maps for the Hurricane Irma Debris Cleanup Efforts.

GIS completed updates to the Fire Incident Map (FLEX Application). The date range displayed by the App

now reflects events from 8/1/2016 to 8/31/2017.

GIS amended the city limits by annexing the areas documented in Ordinance 2017-14 and 2017-18; as well as

de-annexing the area documented in Ordinance 2017-15.

GIS met with iWater to coordinate upgrades to Inframap 8.8.4.2

Operations

Operations Division continued setting up the replacement computers for the water treatment plants.

Operations Division completed numerous service requests.

Operation Division completed presentation for new employee orientation.

Operations Division upgraded utility surfaces to windows 1703.

Operations Division provided support for the following meetings:

o Council Business Meeting

o Charter meeting

FIRE– M.C. Beadle, Fire Chief

COMMUNITY OUTREACH Smoke Detector Battery Change: 1 Basic First Aid & CPR: November 18th 10 openings Healthcare Provider: December 15th 5 openings

DEPARTMENT ACTIVITIES Leader Palm Coast Fire Department observes the month of October for FIRE PREVENTION. So far, we have educated over 7,000 students on fire safety. The firefighters have given fire safety presentations at all of the public elementary schools in Palm Coast. Two children attributed this program to get out of their homes safely in emergencies.

Tip of the Month:

Change Your Batteries

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q

Xq_fkKwrSw

Download CodeRED to be notified of

emergencies that may impact your

safety:

http://www.palmcoastgov.com/emerg

ency/codered

Volunteer Intern

“Become a Volunteer”

http://www.palmcoastgov.com/govern

ment/fire/volunteer

Register for Basic First Aid & CPR or

Healthcare Provider:

http://www.palmcoastgov.com/govern

ment/fire/cpr

Car Seat Installs & Smoke Detector

Battery Change:

Please call 386-986-2300 or stop by

any of our fire stations

GUIDANCE

Fire Prevention Week

Fire Prevention Week

Palm Coast Fire Department

observes the month of October for

FIRE PREVENTION.

Palm Coast Fire Department gives

public education - fire safety

presentations at schools, childcare

centers, church academies, and

local businesses throughout the

community.

Firefighter Shakes wife, Brenda, is

from Dominica and brought this

need to everyone’s attention. Last

Saturday and Sunday, volunteer

and career firefighters and many

others came together to assist in

packaging meals for the residents

of Dominica.

Special event at McDonalds -“Fires

with a Fireman” is a unique

opportunity to bring fire

prevention education to the public.

Palm Coast Firefighters will be on

hand to participate in fire

prevention activities along with

having a fire truck display. The

public is encouraged to participate.

HIGHLIGHTS

Fire Prevention Week “Fries with a Fireman” McDonalds Belle Terre

Volunteer & Career Firefighters assist in packing meals for residents of Dominica

Parks & Recreation – Alex Boyer, Director

Executive Summary: Parks & Recreation partnered with Florida Hospital Flagler on the Pink 5K run on Sunday, Oct.

15. About 780 people were in attendance supporting breast cancer awareness, research, and testing. Adults and

seniors took an exciting Airboat Ride at Midway in Christmas, FL on Tuesday, Oct. 17. Later that day, we held our

monthly Food Truck Tuesday. Despite the wind and rain, we had almost 400 people in attendance. This month’s

beneficiary was the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Rob Peck performed live as the entertainment for the night.

Fall 2017 Activity Guide http://www.palmcoastgov.com/government/parks-recreation

Community Calendar http://www.palmcoastgov.com/calendars

Game Day Social This weekly program continued on Thursday, Oct. 12. Little Kickers Kids enjoyed soccer on Thursday, Oct. 12. Tennis Programs The tennis professional hosted clinics on Thursday, Oct. 13. Movies in the Park The community watched Norm of the North on Friday, Oct. 13. Nature/Fitness Walks Participants learned more about Lehigh Park on Tuesday, Oct. 17. Discover Trip Participants went on an Airboat Ride on Tuesdays, Oct. 17. Food Truck An estimated 400 people visited our Food Truck Tuesday despite the weather on Tuesday, Oct. 17. Creepy Crawlies Toddlers learned all about snakes and even got to see a real one on Wednesday, Oct. 18. Munchkin’ Sports Toddlers learned different sports on Wednesday, Oct. 18.

Program Highlights

Tennis Programs – Oct. 12

Airboat Ride at Midway – Oct. 17 Creepy Crawlies – Oct. 18

COMING UP

Feet to Feast 5K – Thursday, November 23 Tree Lighting Ceremony – Friday, Dec. 1 Starlight Parade – Saturday, Dec. 9 USTA Futures Tournament Jan. 25 – Feb. 4

10-19-17

Efforts to recover from the storms continue. There are still several tank trucks running around the clock and cleanup and system repairs are underway.

The average water demand for the week was 7.051 million gallons per day.

The average wastewater flow for the week was 9.74 million gallons per day, down from a peak flow of over 13.5 million gallons per day earlier in the month.

Wastewater collection staff continued working around the clock this past week tank trucking, monitoring the sewer system, and responding to calls and correcting problems found after the rain event. The wastewater employees, along with assistance from other divisions, are working in 12 hour shifts.

The temporary use of free chlorine will continue through October 25th. During this time customers may notice an increase in the taste and odor of chlorine in their drinking water.

Crews installed 10 new water meters. The high water table and water in the swales has had a significant impact on this process because all excavations must now be dewatered with wellpoints first.

There are 207 new meter installations pending with 21 sites cleared and ready for install. At present time the department has 14 new pep tanks, 8 are site ready.

There are 51+ PEP tank replacements pending. There are currently two contractors working on tank replacements, but that process is also slow due to the need to dewater before digging.

The rain in the swales is also affecting other operations such as backflow testing, meter reading and meter replacements. A number of re-read work orders have been generated due to lack of data import from meters that are buried in high water or, in the case of the Hammock, under 2-3 feet of sand.

Wastewater maintenance completed 250 work orders. Replaced 51 PEP pumps, 21 floats and 10 cleanout caps.

There were 81 calls after hours.

Utility – Richard Adams, Director

The average water demand for the week was

7.051 million gallons per day.

The average wastewater flow was 9.74

million gallons per day

NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast Contact: Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager 386-986-3708; cell 386-214-4729 Oct. 16, 2017

‘The ITT Years: 1968 to 1985’ is theme of Palm Coast Founders Day on Oct. 29

Palm Coast – Palm Coast during “The ITT Years” of 1968 to 1985 will be the theme of this year’s Founders Day Celebration set for 1-3:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29, at Holland Park, 18 Florida Park Drive.

The Palm Coast Historical Society invites the public to its museum and research center and the adjacent pavilion at the park for a free program of historical presentations, live music by the Palm Coast Community Band and refreshments. Spend the afternoon celebrating Palm Coast’s unique history!

City Historian Art Dycke will present a video highlighting the start of Palm Coast and its growth through 1985. Former Palm Coast Council Member Bill Venne, President of the Historical Society, will be the emcee for the event. Mayor Milissa Holland will offer the welcome.

The Historical Society’s museum and research center, which are located at the back of Holland Park, will be open for the public to see displays and receive written materials on how Palm Coast became a City and the early years of development and growth. All are welcome, and the Historical Society would be pleased to share the story with newcomers, as well. The organization is seeking new members and volunteers. Information tables will be set up under the pavilion for historical books by local authors and a display of a historic neighborhood loop and geo-cache opportunity.

For more information, contact Palm Coast Communications & Marketing Manager Cindi Lane at 386-986-3708 and clane@palmcoastgov.com.

NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast Contact: Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager 386-986-3708; cell 386-214-4729 Oct. 16, 2017

Come to Palm Coast Halloween Boo Bash (Oct. 27) & Hall of Terror (Oct. 30-31) Palm Coast – Are you ready for Halloween fun and frights?! The City of Palm Coast is planning two events for the holiday – the Halloween Boo Bash on Friday, Oct. 27, and the Hall of Terror on Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 30-31. Halloween Boo Bash offers games, costume contest, Oct. 27 Palm Coast Parks & Recreation and Wadsworth Elementary School will present the annual Halloween Boo Bash, a family-friendly event for all ages, from 5-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27, at Belle Terre Park, 339 Parkview Drive, Palm Coast. All are encouraged to come in costume and enjoy activities including a costume contest, music and games with a DJ, food, candy and lots of fun! The annual costume contest will begin at 6 p.m., with registration being held 5-5:45 p.m. Admission is free. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Halloween Boo Bash is a fun and safe Halloween option. For more information, contact Palm Coast Parks & Recreation at 386-986-2323. See ‘Carrie’ and ‘Children of the Corn’ at Stephen King-themed Hall of Terror, Oct. 30-31 This year’s Hall of Terror theme is Stephen King. Come be transported into the stories that have been scaring the masses for half a century. You never know who may turn up! Palm Coast Fire Department invites everyone to the 16th annual Hall of Terror on the evenings of Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 30 and 31. Admission is free. Doors creak open at Fire Station 21, 9 Corporate Drive, Palm Coast, from 7-9 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30, and 7-10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31. This haunted house and show, with volunteer characters (many of whom are firefighters and other City employees), is recommended for ages 10 and older. No young children, please. The Hall of Terror is the longest-running Halloween attraction in the area, and this year it’s filled with the Stephen King stories that keep you on-edge! Enjoy theme-park quality scares that are absolutely free.

For more information about Hall of Terror, call the Fire Department at 386-986-2300.

NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast Contact: Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager 386-986-3708; cell 386-214-4729

Oct. 18, 2017 Road closure: Section of Rymfire Drive starting at Belle Terre Parkway on Oct. 25 Palm Coast – City of Palm Coast Public Works will be performing asphalt road repair on Rymfire Drive from Belle Terre Parkway toward Ryan Drive, and that section of Rymfire will be closed from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25. A full detour with signage will be in place. This will not affect access to houses but motorists will need to take a detour. The main detour will be Whiteview Parkway to Ravenwood Drive to Rymfire Drive. The City of Palm Coast appreciates the patience and cooperation of the public during this important road repair project. For more information, call Customer Service at 386-986-2360.

NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast Contact: Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager 386-986-3708; cell 386-214-4729 Oct. 18, 2017

City of Palm Coast announces events, activities for November 2017 Palm Coast – The City of Palm Coast has a variety of upcoming events and recreational and sports activities that are open to the public. See the full Calendar of Events at www.palmcoastgov.com. The Parks & Recreation Department is temporarily located at Frieda Zamba Swimming Pool, 339 Parkview Drive, Palm Coast, while the Community Center is under renovation. The department can be reached at 386-986-2323. Special Events for November: Now through Dec. 6 – Adult Open Gym Volleyball – Two sessions: Mondays or Wednesdays through Dec. 6, 7-9:30 p.m. at Indian Trails Middle School, 5505 N. Belle Terre Pkwy., Palm Coast. Come with friends or come alone and play adult recreational, co-ed volleyball with an open gym that creates new teams weekly. Teams rotate in and out of play. One net is for competitive style play and the second net is for recreational style play. Register at www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323. Now through Dec. 7 – Adult Open Gym Basketball – Two sessions: choice of Tuesdays or Thursdays, through Dec. 7, 7-9:30 p.m., at Indian Trails Middle School, 5505 N. Belle Terre Pkwy., Palm Coast. This is an adult, co-ed, non-competitive recreation program. Register at www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323. Nov. 1 – Creepy Crawlies Series – Wednesday, Nov. 1, 4-5 p.m., at Linear Park, 31 Greenway Court (off Colbert Lane between the two directions of Palm Coast Parkway), Palm Coast. Kids 2-5, with their parents, can learn all about their favorite spiders, centipedes, worms, earwigs and other crawlies. Free, but must pre-register by Oct. 30 (while space available): www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323. Nov. 2 – Art in Nature – Thursday, Nov. 2, 9-10 a.m. at Central Park in Town Center, 975 Central Ave., Palm Coast. Get in touch with nature and your artistic side at this class. Draw what you see in some of Palm Coast’s most beautiful parks. $25 fee; art materials provided. Pre-register by 9 a.m. Oct. 31: www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323. Nov. 2 – Critic’s Choice Dinner Club – Thursday, Nov. 2, 5:30 p.m. This monthly “club” visits a new restaurant, chosen by the group, to spend time with friends enjoying a casual dinner while rating food and service. New members welcome. This month’s location is D.B. Pickles, 400 S. Nova Road, Ormond Beach. Food and transportation are the participant’s responsibility. Pre-

register by 5 p.m. Oct. 31 (while space available): www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323. Nov. 3 and 4 – Try Tennis Free! – Friday, Nov. 3, for adults, and Saturday, Nov. 4, for kids, both 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Palm Coast Tennis Center, 1290 Belle Terre Pkwy. Meet the friendly staff, check out the facility and take a free introductory clinic. Free, but must pre-register (while space available): www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2550. Nov. 4 – 10th Annual Intracoastal Waterway Cleanup – Saturday, Nov. 4 (rescheduled after postponement in September due to the hurricane), 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. With grant funding from the Florida Inland Navigation District, the City of Palm Coast will provide everything a volunteer may need to clean up our community’s precious walkways along our waterways. Event headquarters will be Holland Park, 18 Florida Park Drive, Palm Coast. Refreshments and special awards will be after the cleanup, at noon. Registration encouraged to ensure adequate supplies are available. More info: 386-986-2458 or www.palmcoastgov.com/icwc. Nov. 4 – Night Tours – Saturday, Nov. 4, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Central Park in Town Center, 975 Central Ave., Palm Coast. Children 7 and up and adults will explore the City of Palm Coast parks and trails by flashlight and see the variety of animals that only come out at night. Please bring a flashlight. Free, but must pre-register by 6 p.m. Nov. 2 (while space available): www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323. Nov. 6 – Nature Nuts Series – Monday, Nov. 6 at Linear Park, 31 Greenway Court (off Colbert Lane between the two directions of Palm Coast Parkway), Palm Coast. Parents can join their preschoolers (ages 2-5) twice a month for this fun way to learn about animals and the environment. There will be story time, crafts and a fun activity about animals. $8 fee; must pre-register by 9 a.m. Nov. 4 (while space available): www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323. Nov. 6 – Teddy Bear Picnic – Monday, Nov. 6, 10-10:30 a.m. at Linear Park, 31 Greenway Court, Palm Coast. Children ages 2-5 (with their parents) will bring their favorite teddy bear for story time, game playing or craft and a snack. Free, but must pre-register by 10 a.m. Nov. 4 (while space available): www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323. Nov. 11 – Palm Coast Veterans Day Ceremony – Saturday, Nov. 11, 8 a.m. at Heroes Memorial Park, 2860 Palm Coast Pkwy NW., Palm Coast. City of Palm Coast ceremony with music, presentation of memorial wreaths and speakers to honor military veterans. In case of rain, the ceremony will be held at Palm Coast Fire Station 22, 9 Corporate Drive. Free. More info: 386-986-2300. Nov. 14 – Discover Trip – Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens – Tuesday, Nov. 14, 8:45 a.m.-3 p.m. Sitting at the mouth of the Trout River, the zoo occupies 117 acres and has over 2,000 animals and 1,000 plants in its collection. The registration fee includes: round-trip motor coach transportation and admission, as well as visits to Campground Critters, Stingray Bay, 4D Theater and unlimited Train & Carousel Rides. The cost is $60. Register by Nov. 7 (while space is available) at www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323. Nov. 14 – Munchkin’ Creations – Tuesday, Nov. 14, 10-11 a.m. at Frieda Zamba Pool classroom 339 Parkview Drive, Palm Coast. Children with their parents will learn to make their own snack while also creating a unique piece of art. $8 fee; must pre-register by 10 a.m. Nov. 12 (while space available): www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323.

Nov. 15 – Playground Pals – Wednesday, Nov. 15, 10-11 a.m. Parents can join their children (ages 2-5) monthly to explore Palm Coast playgrounds for play time, arts, crafts and games. Meet new friends and try different playgrounds. This month: Holland Park, 18 Florida Park Drive, Palm Coast. Free, but you must pre-register by 10 a.m. Nov. 13 (while space available): www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323. Nov. 15 – Car Seat Safety Check Event – Wednesday, Nov. 15, 1-4 p.m. at Palm Coast Fire Station 25, 1250 Belle Terre Pkwy. Firefighters who are trained as car seat technicians will check to make sure car seats are installed properly and to the manufacturer and vehicle specifications. Bring car seat manual and vehicle owner’s manual, if available. Free; no appointment necessary. More info: 386-986-2300. Nov. 15 – Creepy Crawlies Series – Wednesday, Nov. 15, 4-5 p.m., at Linear Park, 31 Greenway Court (off Colbert Lane between the two directions of Palm Coast Parkway), Palm Coast. Kids 2-5, with their parents, can learn all about their favorite spiders, centipedes, worms, earwigs and other crawlies. Free, but must pre-register by Nov. 13 (while space available): www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323. Nov. 17 – AARP Driver Safety Program – Friday, Nov. 17, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Frieda Zamba Pool Classroom, 339 Parkview Drive, Palm Coast. The nation's first and largest classroom course for motorists ages 50 and older. This one-day course identifies ways that older drivers can compensate for the physical changes that occur as they age and helps older drivers update their driving knowledge and skills. Fees are $20/session ($15/session for AARP members). To register, contact AARP representative Karen Zimmerman at 386-585-4116. Nov. 17 – Lunch N’ Lecture Series – Friday, Nov. 17, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Palm Coast City Hall, 160 Lake Ave. This month: “The Battle of Britain” with Dr. Leo Murphy, associate professor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and retired Naval aviator. The lecture and lunch are free, but pre-registration is required (while space available) by 11 a.m. Nov. 15: www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323. Nov. 18 – Guess the Plant – Saturday, Nov. 18, 9-10 a.m. at Linear Park, 31 Greenway Court (off Colbert Lane between the two directions of Palm Coast Parkway), Palm Coast. In this junior plant identification class, kids in third through sixth grades will learn how to recognize plants that are native to Florida and even some species that are not. Free, but must pre-register by 9 a.m. Nov. 16: www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323. Nov. 18 – First Aid and CPR/AED – Saturday, Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Palm Coast Fire Station 25, 1250 Belle Terre Pkwy., Palm Coast. This class is a 7-hour course (one hour for lunch) designed to meet OSHA regulations and teach administering CPR to children and adults, using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), using a mask or barrier device, assisting with bleeding, broken bones. $35/person with pre-registration required by 9 a.m. Nov. 16. Sign up at www.palmcoastgov.com/cpr. More info: cprcertification@palmcoastgov.com or 386-986-2300. Nov. 18 – Teddy Bear Picnic – Monday, Nov. 18, 10-10:30 a.m. at Seminole Woods Neighborhood Park, 350 Sesame Blvd., Palm Coast. Children ages 2-5 (with their parents) will bring their favorite teddy bear for story time, game playing or craft and a snack. Free, but must pre-register by 10 a.m. Nov. 16: www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323.

Nov. 20-22 – Fall Fun Camp – Monday through Wednesday, Nov. 20-22, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (extended care available for additional charge). Children grades K-6 will enjoy fun-filled themed activities such as arts and crafts, stories, recreational games and nature hikes at Palm Coast Parks & Recreation’s camp, to be held at Frieda Zamba Pool classroom, 339 Parkview Drive, Palm Coast. Campers bring their own lunch and snack. Cost is $25 per day (extended care $10). www.palmcoastgov.com/camps. More info: 386-986-2323. Nov. 20 – Nature Nuts Series – Monday, Nov. 20 at Linear Park, 31 Greenway Court (off Colbert Lane between the two directions of Palm Coast Parkway), Palm Coast. Parents can join their preschoolers (ages 2-5) twice a month for this fun way to learn about animals and the environment. There will be story time, crafts and a fun activity about animals. $8 fee; must pre-register by 9 a.m. Nov. 18 (while space available): www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323. Nov. 21 – Food Truck Tuesdays – Tuesday, Nov. 21, 5-8 p.m. at Central Park in Town Center, 975 Central Ave, Palm Coast. Before you eat turkey, enjoy gourmet cuisine available from food trucks situated along Park Street next to Central Park, and enjoy free entertainment. This month’s beneficiary is Palm Coast Parks & Recreation Camp Scholarship Fund. More info: www.palmcoast.gov.com/foodtruck or call 386-986-2323. Nov. 23 - Thanksgiving Feet to Feast 5K – Thursday, Nov. 23, 7:45 a.m. at Daytona State College Flagler/Palm Coast Campus, 3000 Palm Coast Pkwy. SE, Palm Coast. Run like a beast before you feast! This run is through the scenic trails near the college campus and along the Intracoastal Waterway. New this year: Thanksgiving-themed costume contest. Free Kid’s Fun Run for ages 6 and under. Early-bird registration for $25 ends 10 p.m. Nov. 12. Veterans free with military ID; students K-12 are $10. Register or more info: www.palmcoastgov.com/feettofeast or 386-986-2323. Nov. 25 – Night Tours – Saturday, Nov. 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Bird of Paradise Park, 195 Bird of Paradise Drive, Palm Coast. Children 7 and up and adults will explore the City of Palm Coast parks and trails by flashlight and see the variety of animals that only come out at night. Please bring a flashlight. Free, but must pre-register by 6 p.m. Nov. 23 (while space available): www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323. Nov. 28 – Munchkin’ Creations – Tuesday, Nov. 28, 10-11 a.m. at Frieda Zamba Pool classroom 339 Parkview Drive, Palm Coast. Children with their parents will learn to make their own snack while also creating a unique piece of art. $8 fee; must pre-register by 10 a.m. Nov. 26 (while space available): www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323. Nov. 29 – Creepy Crawlies Series – Wednesday, Nov. 29, 4-5 p.m. or 5:30-6:30 p.m., at Linear Park, 31 Greenway Court (off Colbert Lane between the two directions of Palm Coast Parkway), Palm Coast. Kids 2-5, with their parents, can learn all about their favorite spiders, centipedes, worms, earwigs and other crawlies. Free, but must pre-register by Nov. 27 (while space available): www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2323. Ongoing Weekly Programs Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays – Morning Blast (tennis for adults) – Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Palm Coast Tennis Center, 1290 Belle Terre Pkwy. A fun and energetic start to your day that combines cardio tennis with instructional drills

and interactive play, with focus on footwork and movement. $12 for Pass Holders/$16 for Non-Pass Holders. More info: 386-986-2550 or www.palmcoastgov.com/register. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays – Techniques & Tactics (tennis for adults) – Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Palm Coast Tennis Center, 1290 Belle Terre Pkwy. A combination of instruction and strategies designed to improve doubles play. This class is for players 3.0 and up. $12 for Pass Holders/$16 for Non-Pass Holders. More info: 386-986-2550 or www.palmcoastgov.com/register. Mondays/Wednesdays – Junior Development (youth tennis program) – Mondays and/or Wednesdays through Nov. 15, 4:30-6 p.m. at the Palm Coast Tennis Center, 1290 Belle Terre Pkwy. For players ages 12-16, with focus on mechanics, footwork and preparation for competitive play. $150 (one class per week)/$275 (two classes per week); or $17 per class. Pre-register at www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2550. Mondays/Wednesdays – Racquet Rookies I (youth tennis program) – Mondays and/or Wednesdays through Nov. 15, 5-6 p.m. at Palm Coast Tennis Center, 1290 Belle Terre Pkwy. This program is a gentle introduction to the game of tennis for students 5-7 years old. Skill-building exercises and fun activities are used to begin developing the basic movements used on the tennis court. $100 (1 class per week)/$190 (2 classes per week) or $12 per class. Pre-register at www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2550. Mondays/Wednesdays – Racquet Rookies II (youth tennis program) – Mondays and/or Wednesdays, through Nov. 15, 6-7 p.m. at Palm Coast Tennis Center, 1290 Belle Terre Pkwy. This program is a continuation of Racquet Rookies I. $100 (1 class per week)/$190 (2 classes per week) or $12 per class. Pre-register at www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2550. Mondays/Saturdays/Sundays – Tennis Round Robins – Round Robins are offered three times a week: 5-8 p.m. Monday; 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday; and 9:30 a.m.-Noon Sunday at Palm Coast Tennis Center, 1290 Belle Terre Pkwy. $5 per person; free for Pass-Holders. More info: 386-986-2550. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays – Pickleball Open Court – 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesdays; 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays; and 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Fridays. Try out the paddle sport that combines tennis, badminton and ping-pong! This adult program is offered free at Belle Terre Park tennis courts, 339 Parkview Drive, Palm Coast. Equipment is provided during Open Court. More info: Palm Coast Parks & Recreation, 386-986-2323. Tuesdays/Thursdays – Big Shots (youth tennis program) – Tuesdays and/or Thursdays, through Nov. 16, 4:30-6 p.m. at the Palm Coast Tennis Center, 1290 Belle Terre Pkwy., Palm Coast. For players ages 8-12 with focus on stroke fundamentals, eye-hand coordination and interactive play. $150 (one class per week)/$275 (two classes per week) or $17 per class. Pre-register at www.palmcoastgov.com/register. More info: 386-986-2550. Thursdays – Game Day Social – Thursdays, 12:30- 4 p.m. at the Frieda Zamba Swimming Pool classroom, 339 Parkview Drive, Palm Coast. Game Day Social is comprised of a lively, spirited group of individuals who enjoy the camaraderie and competition of dominos, a variety of card games or board games. Participants are encouraged to bring their favorite game or play one provided by the Parks & Recreation Department. Light refreshments are served. Free. More info: 386-986-2323.

Fridays – Friday Basic Training (tennis for adults) – Fridays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the Palm Coast Tennis Center, 1290 Belle Terre Pkwy. This clinic is all about drills for players at all levels, with one fast-paced hour of groundstrokes, volleys and footwork to help keep you sharp. $12 for Pass Holders/$16 for Non-Pass Holders. More info: 386-986-2550 or www.palmcoastgov.com/register. For more information, contact Palm Coast Communications & Marketing Manager Cindi Lane at 386-986-3708 or clane@palmcoastgov.com.

Photo: Palm Coast Firefighter-Paramedic Thomas Bull, center, is congratulated for selection as the

Flagler-Palm Coast Kiwanis Club’s 2017 Firefighter of the Year by Capt. Thomas Ascone, left, and Lt.

Jeffrey Poeira, right.

NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast Contact: Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager 386-986-3708; cell 386-214-4729 Oct. 18, 2017 Palm Coast Firefighter-Paramedic Thomas Bull is Kiwanis Club’s Firefighter of the Year Palm Coast, Florida – The Flagler-Palm Coast Kiwanis Club has named Palm Coast Firefighter-Paramedic Thomas Bull its 2017 Firefighter of the Year. Bull, a veteran firefighter with over 15 years of service, joined the Palm Coast Fire Department within the last two years. He previously served in New Smyrna Beach Fire Department and Alachua County Fire Rescue. Bull is a graduate of the Daytona State College and obtained his paramedic certification in 1996 and firefighter certifications in 2001. He lives in Daytona Beach with his family. Above and beyond his duties as a Firefighter-Paramedic, Bull eagerly accepted the role as the Emergency Medical Service Officer for the Fire Department. He coordinates EMS training and helps lead the Department’s effort in purchasing a new training mannequin simulator with funds from a State EMS grant. Bull was selected for this award by the Fire Department command staff because of his commitment to excellence with the training program and for greatly enhancing residents’ quality of life through the Department’s high-quality Emergency Medical Services. “Firefighter Bull works close with our Medical Director (Dr. Kristin McCabe-Kline) and Capt. Thomas Ascone in assuring high-quality training for the department’s EMTs and paramedics,” said Fire Lt. Jeffrey Poeira, who nominated Bull for the award. “Tom is helping our Department enhance our EMS training with more hands-on training assessments.” The Flagler-Palm Coast Kiwanis Club has been a local chapter of Kiwanis International for the past 40 years. This annual award is given to local firefighters to recognize them for their service, dedication and commitment to their communities. The award was presented by Kiwanis Chapter President Michael McElroy, a retired Police Officer from Ossining, New York, and Awards Chairman Frank Consentino. Also attending the awards presentation were Capt. Ascone and Lt. Poeira.

For more information, contact the Palm Coast Fire Department at 386-986-2300.

NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast Contact: Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager 386-986-3708; cell 386-214-4729 Oct. 19, 2017 Palm Coast is ‘best place to retire’ and among ‘best cities to live in,’ publications say Palm Coast – The City of Palm Coast has been recognized by two national publications for being one of the “7 best places to retire” and among “America’s 50 best cities to live in.” MONEY magazine, a publication of Time Inc., selected Palm Coast as being “Best for Water Lovers” as part of its retirement feature. The story is available online at: http://time.com/money/4976232/the-best-places-to-retire-now/. 24/7 Wall St., an online financial news and opinion company, featured Palm Coast as one of the most livable cities in this story re-published by USA Today: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/nation-now/2017/10/13/most-liveable-americas-50-best-cities-live/761013001/. Best for Water-Lovers MONEY magazine highlighted the community’s love for the beach, boating, fishing and waterfront living in its annual “Best Places to Live” edition. The story said 45.5 percent of Palm Coast’s population is 50 and older. Weather won big points, too, with 221 clear days per year. The county’s 19 miles of beaches, along with the pier and boardwalk in Flagler Beach, were featured. The story also mentioned that many of the community’s beaches are pet-friendly, which could be important to retirees. Other factors were housing affordability compared to other parts of Florida and location. “Located on the Sunshine State’s east coast between St. Augustine and Daytona Beach, Palm Coast delivers everything water-seeking retirees could want,” the story said. A photo that ran with the story was a winner from this year’s City of Palm Coast Find Your Florida Photo Contest. The photo of the Palm Coast Marina, taken by resident Vicki Payne, won first place in the contest. MONEY based its selections on thousands of data points that consider cities’ economic health, cost of living, crime, taxes, weather, ease of living, and amenities. The magazine also looked at data on housing market costs and growth, and reporters did research including interviews. Only cities with populations between 10,000 and 100,000 were considered.

Most Livable

Palm Coast is No. 39 on 24/7 Wall St.’s list of “America’s 50 best cities to live in.” The story was based primarily on cost-of-living, income, the employment rate and growth. Although the average income here is lower than the average American household income, it also highlights that the poverty rate is lower than both the state and national rates.

“As is the case with many cities on this list, Palm Coast’s population is expanding rapidly. The City’s population grew by 23.7 percent in the last decade – more than triple U.S. population growth over the same period,” the story said. “New residents also appear to be fueling job growth. The area’s employment climbed 6 percent between 2014 and 2016, well above the 3.5-percent U.S. employment growth rate.”

24/7 Wall St. created an index of over three dozen socioeconomic measures to identify the 50 best American cities to live in.

For more information, contact Communications & Marketing Manager Cindi Lane at clane@palmcoastgov.com and 386-986-3708.

When you live in Florida you get used to living next door to the local wildlife. It is not uncommon to be neighbors with raccoons, alligators, opossums, and armadillos. We need to remember that we moved into their territory and that they don’t understand that their homes have been uprooted. It is an old wife’s tale that if a raccoon is out in the daylight that it has rabies. This is just a myth and there is no truth to it. We have made our wildlife desensitized to our presence and thus have caused them to become more domesticated. Wild animals should be left alone and left to fend for themselves. The more they rely on human help the more domestic they become. Orphaned wildlife should be taken to a rehab facility where they can be raised and then released back to the wild. For more information, call Flagler Animal Services at 386-445-1814 ext. 500. Donation Opportunities: The Flagler Humane Society Thrift Store always accepts donations. They cannot take in any computers/printers or large appliances. Call 386-597-2839 and leave a message. “General Donations” can be dropped off anytime at your convenience. FHS appreciates all donations, especially those from our Wish List (available at flaglerhumanesociety.org/wish-list). You can also purchase items via the Amazon.com link on the FHS website and ship them directly to the shelter. Outreach Adoption Events: Don’t forget that FHS have volunteers and adoptable pets at Petco in Palm Coast on Sundays and at PetSmart in Palm Coast on Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays. Interested in becoming a volunteer? Attend an orientation! Volunteer orientations are held at noon in the Humane Society education room every second Saturday of the month. Interested in helping at Outreach Adoption Events? Join our Outreach Team! For more information, contact Katie at kshare@flaglerhumanesociety.org. Interested in fostering? Contact our adoption specialist at adopt@flaglerhumanesociety.org. Adoption Specials: See the FHS Facebook or Website for upcoming adoption specials. Upcoming Fundraisers/Events: See the FHS Website for upcoming events. Offered Services: The Flagler Humane Society has a variety of Subsidized Spay & Neuter Programs for members of the community that need to have their pets or community pets sterilized. Please call FHS at 386-445-1814, email info@flaglerhumanesociety.org for questions. FHS has a Wellness Clinic for minor veterinary issues. Call 386-445-1814 for Appointments. Low Cost Vaccination Clinics are held on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of every month from 1pm-3pm. No appointments are necessary for the Low Cost Vaccination Clinics. FHS also offers a “Pet Food Pantry” for those that are in need of assistance. Please call for more information. To keep up with Flagler Humane Society happenings – visit us on the FHS Facebook/Twitter, our website at www.flaglerhumanesociety.org, or via email at info@flaglerhumanesociety.org.

Animals ready for homes

Adoption specialist: Katrina Geigley adopt@flaglerhumanesociety.org Outreach Manager: Katie Share kshare@flaglerhumanesociety.org

CHEWY

Chewy is a very special lovable cat that can’t stand not to be

around his people. He is already neutered, microchipped, and up to date on his vaccinations. He does

have some dietary issues that require a strict diet but when kept

on the diet he does extremely well! He can be around other cats

but would need to be fed separately. He would love to be given the chance to become a valued member of a family.

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