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City Manager’s 2/8/2019

WEEK-IN-REVIEW

This week Mayor Holland

and staff hosted the Flagler

County Chamber of

Commerce Youth

Leadership Academy

students. This week’s class

was focused around our

natural resources. Students

enjoyed lunch with Palm

Coast’s Mayor Milissa

Holland followed by a site

visit and informative tour

of the City’s Water

Treatment Plants #2 & #3.

Mayor hosts Youth Leadership Academy

Youth Leadership Academy Visits Palm Coast

Thursday February 7 thru Sunday, February 10 Palm Coast Community Center

Friday, March 8, 7:45pm Central Park in Town Center

Announcements

Mayors 90/90 Challenge:

It’s not too late to start that New Year

resolution to get fit! Join Mayor

Milissa Holland for the Mayor’s 90/90

Challenge. To sign up and log your

success, go to

www.palmcoastgov.com/healthy.

Don’t forget to share your progress on

Instagram using the hashtags

#Mayors9090 and

#HealthyPalmCoast.

Highlights

Next Week:

Tuesday, February 12, City Council Workshop, 9am, City Hall – Community Wing, 160 Lake Avenue

Friday, February 13, Volunteer Firefighters’ Pension Board Mtg, Fire Station 25, 1250 Belle Terre

Pkwy

Administrative Services & Economic Development Department Update

BAC Update

Public Works Department Update

Community Development Department Update

Fire Department Update

Parks & Recreation Department Update

Utility Department Update

Humane Society Update

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Coffee with a Cop is Feb. 18

Community Cats meeting postponed to Feb. 13

Temporary modification of Water Disinfection process

Deputy Fire Chief, fire officers and firefighters pinned at ceremony at City Council meeting

Parks & Rec has 3 options for Spring Break camps

Road closure on Rickenbacker Drive on Feb. 12

Ladies Paint Night.

News Releases

Attachments

ADMINSTRATIVE SERVICES & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT-Beau Falgout, Interim City Manager

Processed 13 public records

requests.

Processed 2 litigation documents.

Prepared and processed 32

documents for recording.

Prepared 2 agenda items.

Prepared and posted 2 agendas

and 4 sets of approved meeting

minutes to Web.

Processed 15 resolutions.

Processed 1 bond.

City Clerk

Communications & Marketing The 5th annual Birds of a Feather Fest is underway through Sunday, with guided birding trips, classes and a keynote Friday

evening from National Audubon Society executive David Ringer. Join us Saturday for free beginner bird walks and classes at

the Community Center. The schedule is at www.birdingfest.com.

A new class of the Citizen’s Academy began this week, and we also staffed the Council meeting. News releases and

announcements distributed this week include Coffee with a Cop is Feb. 18; Community Cats meeting postponed to Feb. 13;

Temporary modification of Water Disinfection process; Deputy Fire Chief, fire officers and firefighters pinned at ceremony

at City Council meeting; Parks & Rec has 3 options for Spring Break camps; Road closure on Rickenbacker Drive on Feb. 12;

and Ladies Paint Night.

We launched a new Be Local Buy Local campaign centered around shopping local for Valentine’s Day. Buy your chocolate

and flowers in Palm Coast! #BeLocalBuyLocal

Social Media

POST OF THE WEEK

Central Services Division

Purchasing

Status Ref. # Project

Pending ITB-CD-19-22 Stormwater Utility Site Maintenance

Pending RFQ-PW-19-39 Debris Disposal Services

Pending RFP-ADM-19-30 Request for Proposal (RFP) for Hearing Officer Services

Pending RFP-ADM-19-31 Request for Proposal (RFP) for Real Estate Acquisition Services

Open ITB-PW-19-14 Sign Shop Materials

Open ITB-UT-19-20 Water and Wastewater Emergency Construction Services

Open LOI-CD-19-38 Request for Letter of Interest (LOI) for Central Park Master Plan Update and Design Services

Evaluating RFSQ-CD-18-49 / ITB-CD-18-49 Palm Coast City Hall Emergency Generator

Evaluating RFP-IT-19-21 City Wide VoIP Phone System

Evaluating RFSQ-CD-19-10 / ITB-CD-19-10 Whiteview Parkway Force Main Crossing

Completed RFSQ-SW-18-10 Professional Stormwater and Environmental Engineering Services

Completed RFSQ-CD-19-12 Professional Utility Engineering Services

Completed RFSQ-CD-19-02 / ITB-CD-19-02 Pump Station “D” Improvement

Completed ITB-CD-19-04 Backup Power to Five (5) Pump Stations FEMA Contract #4283-27-R

Completed ITB-CD-19-05 Backup Power to Five (5) Pump Stations FEMA Contract #4283-31-R

Completed ITB-CD-19-06 Backup Power to Five (5) Pump Stations FEMA Contract #4283-33-R

Completed ITB-CD-19-07 Backup Power to Five (5) Pump Stations FEMA Contract #4283-34-R

Completed ITB-CD-19-08 Backup Power to Five (5) Pump Stations FEMA Contract #4283-35-R

Completed ITB-CD-19-09 Backup Power to Five (5) Pump Stations FEMA Contract #4283-36-R

Completed RFSQ-UT-19-18 / ITB-UT-19-18 2019 Sanitary Sewer Lining

Completed ITB-UT-19-19 Master Services Agreement Contract for Solid Dried Lime Sludge removal, hauling and disposal from Water Treatment Plant #1.

Completed RFQ-UT-19-24 SCADA Support Software (Rockwell Factory Talk) and PLC Maintenance

Completed ITB-CD-19-25 Resurfacing of Clay Tennis Courts

Completed LOI-CD-19-28 Request for Letter of Interest (LOI) for Water Treatment Plants Nos. 1 & 2 Lime Sludge Handling, Removal & Disposal Study Engineering Services

Completed RFP-CD-19-29 Single Family Housing Rehabilitation Inspection Services

Contracts Processed:

Kimbell Midwest – Piggyback Contract for Maintenance, Repair & Operations of various supplies for PW department – Contract # R142105 – 2-2-2019 – 3-31-2020

BUSINESS ASSISTANCE CENTER

BUSINESS CONSULTING:

This week – 10 consulting sessions, 32 Consulting Hours

Total for Month – 49 Consulting Sessions, 163 Consulting Hours NEW PALM COAST COMMERCIAL BUSINESSES:

Discount Tire – 140 Garden Street – Retail Sales NEW PALM COAST HOME-BASED BUSINESSES:

Handy Herman LLC – Handyman Service

Swyer’s Publishing – Unclassified Personal Service

Brendlyn Assisted Living – Assisted Living Facility

Ellen Harford – Retail Sales

Ronnie Ray – Landscape Service

Boat Girl Cleaning Company – Janitorial Service

Enos Marine South Florida LLC – Repair Service

JMH Land Management – Tree Surgeon

Amerilawns Inc – Landscape Service

Ocean Blue Cleaning Service LLC – Janitorial Service

Nikky Events LLC – Unclassified Personal Service

In Re

2,010 , 5%

35,635

Stormwater Division

Graded residential swale maint - LF Repaired outfalls Ditch maint LF Inspect ditch drainage problems

PUBLIC WORKS – Nestor Abreu, Director

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PARKS & HIKING TRAILS INSPECTIONS # MILES

PARKS & TRAILS SIGN INSPECTIONS

ATHLETIC FIELDS PAINTED

INSPECT PKS & ATHLETIC FIELD IRRIGATION ZONES

PARKWAY MEDIAN MAINTENANCE

INSPECT MEDIAN IRRIGATION ZONES

LEVELED & ADDED CERTIFIED PLAYGROUND MULCH

Parks & Medians Division

2,815

2,912

54,990

Stormwater Division

Graded residential swale maint -LF

Culvert pipe cleaning - LF

Ditch maintenance - LF Improving access for ditch maintenance

Woodholme Lane

Mowing with remote controlled slope

mower - Matanzas/ I-95 off ramps

Repairing bench – Waterfront Park

Swale projects crew – Clearview Court N

Fountain maintenance

Palm Coast Pkwy/ I95 off ramp

PaAdding fresh mulch to landscape beds

Palm Coast Pkwy

Removing Spanish moss

from trees - Belle Terre

Adding fresh playground mulch

Community Center

Adding fresh playground mulch – Community Center

Managing ditch vegetation

R section

Improving ditch capacity and flow – W section

Improving ditch capacity

and flow – W section

Bridge repair

Graham Swamp

Irrigation repair

Central Park

Erosion control- F section

Hazard tree removal

Prichard Drive

Fire mitigation- Prichard Drive

FPL path

11,689

35 2 1,000 12 2 14 8 2 19 4

Streets Division

Site distance trimming LF Curb & gutter swept # of miles

Edge of roadway repair Screen & recycle dirt for City projects - Cubic yards

Pot holes repaired Street Radii repaired

Repair signs Street light inspections

After hours call Hazardous tree removal

Special Projects

FIRE FLEET TRANSPORT

CITYWIDE FACILITY REQUESTS

ROAD CALLS

VEHICLES - REPAIR

VEHICLES - INSPECTIONS

VEHICLES - PM'S

SMALL EQUIP-PM'S

HAND EQUIP & MOWERS - RD CALLS

HAND EQUIP & MOWERS - REPAIRS

HAND EQUIP & MOWERS - INSPECTIONS

HAND EQUIP & MOWERS - PM'S

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16

3

3

1

17

2

60

30

30

1

30

11

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Facility & Fleet Service

City Fleet Fire

Painting restroom doors – Waterfront Park

Inspecting new stormwater maintenance

equipment

Pouring concrete for new pathway – Sesame Boulevard Installing driveway apron for new

pathway – Sesame Boulevard

Hazardous tree removal

SR 100

Hazardous tree removal – Covington Drive

Pothole repair

Central Avenue

Installing new deer crossing sign

Palm Coast Parkway

101 Palm Harbor Parkway B117 Interior Renovations - Trams Café Blue Crown Construction $98,000

101 W Matanzas Woods Parkway Convenience Store with Gas Pumps and Restaurant ME Construction $1,150,000

25 Pine Cone Drive Unit 3C Interior Renovations - Cabinet Display Store Phillips Coastal Construction $1,500

101 W Matanzas Woods Parkway Convenience Store and Gas Station ME Construction $1,150,000

160 Cypress Point Parkway A110 The Healthy Hangout - weight management

Special Exception Mr. Rooter Plumbing Services/ Sandlake Subdivision Lot 3

Master Site Plan American Village

Subdivision NonStatutory Palm Coast Days Inn Lot 6

Subdivision NonStatutory 31 Cimmaron Drive

$105,876,061

15

Hammock Real Estate Development, LLC

Commercial Permits Applied

Commercial Permits Issued

Occupancy Permits Issued

Floyd Williams

Construction value improvements  from October 1, 2018 to date

Residential Single Family / Duplex Residences

Development Applications

Pipe Property, Inc.

Development Order

Smile Land, Inc.

SG Flagler Holdings, LLC

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT – Stephen Flanagan, Director

Beach Haven Garden Club

On Saturday, February 2nd staff

presented a horticulture lecture to

the Beach Haven Community Garden

Club. A newly constructed

community located between the

Intracoastal Waterway and the

Atlantic Ocean, Beach Haven is a

coastal neighborhood of cottage-style

homes that reminisce of old Florida.

The program started at the amenity

center with an overview of the areas

climate, hardiness zones, and native

tree and plant species. Then,

participants strolled the streets,

stopping at pre-selected locations to

discuss specific horticulture topics

and issues. Residents were pleased

with the experience and found the

program very informative, engaging,

and helpful.

Spotlight Projects

Neighborhood Tour

Native Tree and Plant Species

FIRE– Jerry Forte, Fire Chief

COMMUNITY OUTREACH Basic First Aid & CPR: February 23rd 3 openings March 23rd 10 openings April 13th 12 openings Healthcare Provider: March 22nd 5 openings DEPARTMENT ACTIVITIES Flagler Palm Coast High School students and Volunteer Firefighter Intern applicants have a total of 33 “Ride-Along” hours this week.

During the week, staff attended training at the Flagler County Airport for Air Transport units. FF Douglas completed her 4-month rookie test out & FF Nemec completed his 12-month rookie test out. Lastly, our newly promoted officers & firefighters were ceremoniously pinned at the City Council Meeting.

The Palm Coast Fire Department launched its official Facebook Page. You can visit the page at www.facebook.com/palmcoastfire for more photos and updates on the department’s activities.

Tip of the Month: Burn Awareness Week – Burn Awareness Week, observed the first full week in February, is a window of opportunity for organizations to mobilize burn, fire and life safety educators to unite in sharing a common burn awareness and prevention message in our communities. PSA –National Burn Awareness Week - http://bit.ly/Burn-awareness Volunteer Intern “Become a Volunteer” http://www.palmcoastgov.com/government/fire/volunteer Register for Basic First Aid & CPR or Healthcare Provider: http://www.palmcoastgov.com/government/fire/cpr

GUIDANCE

City of Palm Coast Employee Academy had a great time visiting Fire Station 25

New Officer and Firefighter Badge Pinning at Palm Coast City Council Meeting

Badge Promotion Ceremony

The next round of promotions were ceremoniously pinned at the Palm Coast City Council Meeting. Those being pinned due to promotion & appointment are:

Deputy Chief Bradd Clark Battalion Chief Kyle Berryhill

Captain Andrew Woolwine Lieutenant Robert Ballou

Driver Engineer Michael LaGreca Firefighter-EMT Katelyn Douglas

Firefighter-Paramedic Joshua Meeker

Probationary Firefighter Test Out

Firefighter Katelyn Douglas completed her 4-month rookie book test out. Firefighter Masun Nemec completed his 12- month rookie book test out.

Palm Coast Firefighters perform the “Big 5”, which are the essential skills performed on a fire ground. Speed is important, but proficiency is mastery. Among the skills to be completed are putting on the full gear, catching a hydrant, dragging a hose line, deploying an extension ladder and setting up for ventilation.

Air Transport Unit Training

This week department members are being educated on Air Transport Units (ATUs). When there is a need to utilize air transport there are three different aircraft that we could potentially work with in our area. We are serviced by FireFlight operated by Flagler County Emergency Services, AirOne operated by Volusia County Sheriff's Office and UF Health TraumaOne from St. Augustine.

HIGHLIGHTS

Left: FF Nemec sets up the ventilation fan Right: FF Douglas dons her gear

Engine 22 crew: Lt. Matt Stevens, DE Jeff Nunziato & FF Anton Taginstev in front of UF Health Trauma One

Parks & Recreation – Alex Boyer, Director

Several staff members attended the Flagler College Spring Career Expo to promote our summer positions. We

gained a lot of interest for the internships that both Parks & Rec and the City, as a whole, are offering. It was a

good chance to meet face-to-face with students and help get the City’s name out there as an employment

opportunity.

The Birds of a Feather Fest started this week and Parks & Rec has been busy helping with the event. We are

hosting both the Lunch N’ Lecture and keynote speaker today. There are many other activities going on this

weekend as well. Visit www.parksandrec.fun/birding for more information.

Staff is diligently working on our summer schedule of activities and we are excited for the next activity guide to

come out in just a few weeks. It is going to be a fun summer with Parks & Rec!

Winter/Spring 2018-19 Activity Guide http://www.palmcoastgov.com/recreation

Online Registration & Activities List http://www.parksandrec.fun

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Adult/Senior Weekly Senior Social Programs Dance with Me Ballroom Dancing Line Dancing West Coast Swing A Matter of Balance Coffee Series Women’s Self-Defense Health & Wellness Yoga for All & Gentle Yoga Better Balance through Tai Chi Mayor’s 90/90 Challenge Indoor Rowing REFIT Revolution Family Fitness Zumba Gold Athletics Open Pickleball Beginner’s Pickleball Adult Flag Football League Adult Open Gym Volleyball Adult Open Gym Basketball Tennis – Adults Beginners, Cardio, Morning Blast, Doubles Skills, & Round Robins Tennis - Youth Tennis Tots Rallies (Rookie, Red, Orange, & Green) Junior Development Toddler/Youth/Teen Beginning Ballet Imagination Builders Lil Sensory Explorers Musical Munchkins Awesome Alphabet Outing Kids in the Kitchen for Homeschoolers Awesome Art for Young Minds Palm Coast Apprentice Builders Cooking is Fun Physical Recreation Special Events Birds of a Feather Fest

Programs Offered this Week

COMING UP

Feb. 22 – Parents’ Night Out Feb. 22 – The Chill Zone for Teens Feb. 23 – Doubles Cornhole Tournament March 8 – Movies in the Park March 19 – Food Truck Tuesday March 23 – NCCAA Youth Sports Clinic April 12 – Movies in the Park April 16 – Food Truck Tuesday April 19 – Teen Flashlight Egg Hunt April 20 – Egg’Stravaganza April 26 – Art Exhibition and Show April 27 – Annual Ladies Day Tennis

Intro to Drawing

Flagler College Spring Career Expo

Lil Sensory Explorers

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On Wednesday, all three water treatment facilities converted to free chlorination. The temporary conversion to free chlorine is to reduce nitrification in the distribution system and maintain water quality.

The average water demand for this week was 7.366 million gallons per day.

The average wastewater flow for the week was 7.722 million gallons per day.

The unidirectional flushing operation that originally was scheduled for February 11th in Section 59 has been canceled due to the need to conduct conventional flushing during the day to mitigate other concerns related to water quality.

Water Distribution crews installed 17 new water meters.

There are 204 new meter installations pending with 48 lots cleared and an average installation time of 4 weeks.

Wastewater Operations installed 6 new PEP tanks and replaced 4 tanks.

There are 34 new PEP tanks pending and 2 PEP tank replacements pending. Currently all new tanks are being installed within 6 days of site ready.

There were 89 calls after hours.

Water Distribution crews replaced 1 water service line, repaired 2 water service lines, 10 manifolds, completed 10 meter pit adjustments/replacements and tested and repaired 287 backflow preventers.

Wastewater crews replaced 20 PEP pumps, 1 PEP chamber, 5 ball valves and boxes, 20 floats, 10 cleanout caps and 2 back lids. Crews installed 5 new PEP pump assemblies and 4 PEP pump electric assemblies, 2 risers and repaired 6 service laterals. Inspected via CCTV 3,188 feet of gravity sewer, 30 manholes and inspected 3 annual pump stations for maintenance.

Wastewater Operations staff completed the installation of a new Biorem Odor Control unit at Pump Station 59-1.

On January 31st, Water Distribution repaired a damaged water main located on Rolling Sands Drive. Water service was interrupted for approximately 2 hours for 19 homes and a precautionary 48 hour boil water notice was issued to these homes until lab samples confirmed the water was safe to drink.

Compliance/Environmental continued correspondence with the Florida Department of Emergency Management for FEMA Grant contracts for 30 generators at pump and lift stations. This included providing updated manuals and procurement documents for each of the six contracts.

Freeman Well Drillers replaced a motor at SW-141. The interior well assembly components had to be removed in order to reach the motor.

Utility – Richard Adams, Director

The average wastewater flow was

7.722 million gallons per day

The average water demand for the week was

7.366 million gallons per day.

Wastewater Operations

On February 5th, staff from Wastewater Collection repaired two sewer lateral lines located on Brushwood Lane. Prior to the scheduled repair, staff used a high pressure water jet to clear out the lines. Once this process was completed, a Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) was used to inspect inside the lines which concluded the lines were damaged and in need of repair. FPL assisted by using their equipment to secure the power pole in place while staff worked on the repair.

Water Operations

On February 5th, Peter Roussell took part in a program offered by the Flagler County Schools. Flagler Palm Coast High School and Matanzas High School has been active in a Mentoring Program for some of their students that are engaged in learning about potential careers. The students toured Water Treatment Plant #3 and learned about the skills required to operate a water treatment facility. The idea is to share knowledge and to help the student’s progress through their mentoring journey.

HIGHLIGHTS

Wastewater Treatment Plant #1

Staff from Wastewater Plant #1 prepared for the removal of the drive unit from Clarifier #5. The unit is scheduled to be replaced with a new unit. The clarifier cleans wastewater which will be filtered and disinfected for reclaimed and reuse water. Before the new unit can be installed, the clarifier must be cleaned. Tubes were assembled to attach to the Vac-Con truck which will remove debris from the clarifier. PBM Construction dissembled the drive unit and removed the unit using a high lift crane.

Water Treatment Plant #2

The City of Palm Coast and the Flagler County Youth Leadership Program participants celebrated National Resources Day on February 6th. The program is designed to gain an appreciation of local efforts to become environmentally friendly with green initiatives. A portion of the program involved a tour of Water Treatment Plant #2 including the Zero Liquid Discharge ZLD process. They got the opportunity to learn how we are capable of treating water and treating concentrate without the need of disposing it into the environment.

HIGHLIGHTS

NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast Contact: Kimberly Norman, Public Relations Associate 386-986-3717 Feb. 4, 2019

Residents invited to ‘Coffee with a Cop’ at the Palm Coast Community Center Palm Coast – Palm Coast Parks & Recreation and the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office are partnering to offer ‘Coffee with a Cop’ on Monday, Feb. 18, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Palm Coast Community Center located at 305 Palm Coast Parkway NE. It is free to attend but please pre-register at www.parksandrec.fun/adults. Coffee with a Cop is a movement designed to help break down the barriers in communities. This program allows citizens to sit down with a member of law enforcement to discuss their concerns or issues, uninterrupted, while enjoying a cup of coffee in a casual, neutral environment. “Coffee with a Cop is a great way to bring the community and the deputies together to talk about issues or just get to know each other,” said Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly. “We look forward to speaking with many local residents and hearing what’s on their mind so that we can work together to make Flagler County the best place to live, work and visit.” This is the first time the City and Sheriff’s Office have partnered for ‘Coffee with a Cop,’ but the two agencies have ongoing team efforts for programs such as Women’s Self-Defense and the Eddie Eagle GunSafe Program. The Sheriff’s Office provides law enforcement services for the City of Palm Coast. For more information, contact Parks & Rec at 386-986-2323.

NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast Contact: Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager 386-986-3708; cell 386-214-4729 Feb. 5, 2019 Meeting for caretakers of community cats rescheduled to Feb. 13 at Palm Coast City Hall Palm Coast – The City of Palm Coast Animal Control Division has rescheduled the upcoming public meeting for caretakers of community cats to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, and is moving the meeting to Palm Coast City Hall, 160 Lake Ave. Alice Burton from Alley Cat Allies, a leading advocate for outdoor cats, will speak to the group, offering information about colony management, resources available, low-cost spay/neuter, and more. All are welcome to attend. The Palm Coast Animal Control Division would like to provide education and receive public information from community cat caretakers. For more information, contact Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager, at [email protected] and 386-986-3708.

Feb. 4, 2019 Palm Coast announces temporary modification of disinfection treatment procedures Palm Coast – In order to maintain the reliability of the water distribution system serving Palm Coast Utility customers, the City of Palm Coast Utility Department will temporarily change the disinfection process for its potable (drinking water) water supply. This also affects Flagler County Utilities customers who are being served by Palm Coast Utility Department – in Marineland, Painters Hill and Beverly Beach. From Feb. 6 to 26, the City will disinfect the water with free chlorine rather than combined chlorine/ammonia (chloramines). During this period, customers may experience a slight increase in the taste and odor of chlorine. The periodic and temporary conversion from chloramines, which are a longer-lasting disinfectant, to free chlorine, which is a stronger disinfectant, helps to ensure the quality of the drinking water in the distribution system. The maintenance program, which is a normal procedure for water systems, is supported by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and will include daily testing to monitor water quality and measure the effectiveness of the program. After this process is completed, Palm Coast Utility will revert to disinfection by the chloramines method. Customers on dialysis who use a proportioning machine to prepare dialysate are advised to contact their physician to obtain the appropriate steps to accommodate the change in water disinfection. Customers who have fish tanks or aquatic species are advised to contact a professional aquarist to avoid any problems associated with chlorine. For more information, please contact Palm Coast Customer Service at 386-986-2360.

NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast Contact: Patrick Juliano, Fire Public Information Officer 386-986-2488; cell 386-290-9722 Feb. 5, 2019

Palm Coast Fire Department pins new Deputy Chief, Fire officers, firefighters Palm Coast, Florida – The Palm Coast City Council and Fire Chief Jerry Forte formally welcomed Deputy Fire Chief Bradd Clark to the City family at a special pinning ceremony at Tuesday’s City Council meeting. Six other newly promoted fire officers and firefighters also received new badges at the ceremony. They are Battalion Chief Kyle Berryhill, Capt. Andrew Woolwine, Lt. Robert Ballou, Driver Engineer Michael LaGreca and Firefighters Katelyn Douglas and Joshua Meeker. “Tonight I am proud to present to you our next round of promotions for the continuation of high quality fire service in the City of Palm Coast,” Fire Chief Forte told the City Council. “Tonight is a celebration of successful succession planning, but more importantly a celebration of our newly promoted and appointed staff members. Their commitment and dedication to persist in their personal and professional development have led them to be here this evening.” Palm Coast Fire developed a comprehensive succession plan in anticipation of the retirement of several senior members of the department. Forte was promoted to Chief last September following the retirement of Chief Michael C. Beadle, setting the stage for Clark’s hiring as Deputy Fire Chief and the promotions celebrated Tuesday. “Several years ago our department came together to address the needs of the future,” Chief Forte said. “As we prepared for the retirement of senior members of the department, we developed a plan to continue forward momentum without missing a beat.” “They say that the job of an old firefighter is to teach a young firefighter how to be an older firefighter, and so we continue our mission,” he said. The succession plan includes a mentoring program to prepare personnel for future promotion. The department’s mentoring for fire lieutenants began in 2011 and has since been expanded to include driver engineers, fire captains and battalion chiefs. In addition, the department developed a volunteer internship program through which participating volunteer firefighters gain hands-on experience as they attend school to earn fire, EMT and paramedic certifications. Successful participants are offered career firefighting positions with the department as they become available. So far, nine volunteer interns have been hired as full-time career firefighters for Palm Coast Fire.

“It’s commendable that we have been working to develop talent inside the City, as well as recruiting additional qualified candidates to join our Fire Department,” said Palm Coast Mayor Milissa Holland. “We congratulate these firefighters being honored for their dedication and commitment,” Mayor Holland said. “I am confident our fire officers, led by Chief Forte, will continue to provide excellent care and fire protection services for Palm Coast.” Additional Information about Recognized Personnel Deputy Chief Clark has been in the fire service since 1984 and has extensive experience as a fire officer. He came to the City from the Florida State Fire College, where he was a program manager, and previously served as a fire officer at departments in Florida and Oklahoma. Clark served as an adjunct professor for Oklahoma State University in the School of Fire Protection and Safety Engineering Technology, where he earned his bachelor's degree, and in the Fire and Emergency Management Program, where he was the program’s first graduate. He has also completed the Executive Fire Officer Program at the National Fire Academy. He joined Palm Coast Fire Department on Jan. 14. Battalion Chief Berryhill has been with Palm Coast Fire since 2005. He earned his Bachelor of Science from Flagler College and a Master of Public Administration from Barry University. He came up through the ranks in the department, having been promoted to lieutenant in 2011 and captain in 2016. He and his wife Danielle live in Palm Coast with their two children. Capt. Woolwine joined the department in 2014, having previously served with the Palatka Fire Department. He earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Florida. Woolwine is also a Captain in the Florida National Guard. He and his wife Kate reside in Palm Coast with their two daughters. Lt. Ballou has been with Palm Coast Fire since 2009. He earned his Bachelors of Science from Jacksonville University. He attended the First Coast Technical College for firefighting and Florida Medical Technical Institute for his paramedic certification. He was promoted to Driver Engineer in 2016 and also serves as President of the Palm Coast Professional Firefighters. He and his wife Janet live in Saint Augustine with their daughter. Driver Engineer LaGreca joined the department in 2010 after moving from Elizabeth, New Jersey. A Palm Coast resident, he previously was a paramedic for several EMS agencies in North Jersey. Firefighter-EMT Douglas is a 2017 graduate of Matanzas High School. She attended Daytona State College for firefighting and EMT certifications and is currently enrolled in DSC’s paramedic program. She was hired by Palm Coast Fire in October 2018. Firefighter-Paramedic Meeker began with Palm Coast Fire in 2006 as a volunteer firefighter. He is a 2006 graduate of Flagler Palm Coast High School. He attended the Flagler Adult Education for firefighting and Daytona State College for his paramedic certification. He previously served in nearby departments for almost a decade as a paramedic. Meeker is also a Specialist in the Florida National Guard. For more information, contact the Palm Coast Fire Department at 386-986-2488.

NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast Contact: Kimberly Norman, Public Relations Associate 386-986-3717 Feb. 6, 2019 Palm Coast Parks & Rec brings on the fun with spring break camps Palm Coast – It won’t be long until spring break is upon us and kids are out of school for a week. To keep children entertained during those few days, there are several camps offered through Palm Coast Parks & Recreation for school-aged children where they can have fun and make new friends. Camps are offered during the week of Flagler County Public Schools spring break that is held Monday, March 11 through Friday, March 15. If interested in any of the camps, please register at parksandrec.fun/camps while space is available. Spring Break Youth Camp – The day will be filled with a variety of age-appropriate, fun-filled themed activities such as arts and crafts, stories, recreational games and nature hikes. Campers must bring their own lunch and snack each day. Camp begins at 7:30 a.m. and runs until 4:30 p.m. with extended care offered from 4:30-6 p.m. for an additional cost. This camp is designed for children currently enrolled in grades K-5. Camp will be held at the Palm Coast Community Center located at 305 Palm Coast Pkwy NE. The cost is $80 for the week and an extra $10 for extended care. Spring Break Middle School Camp – Campers currently enrolled in 6th through 8th grades will explore the trails of a local park by going on hikes and bike rides. Activities will also include art projects, recreational games and other fun adventures. Campers must bring their own lunch, water bottle and snack each day. Camp is held at the Linear Park classroom and surrounding park at 31 Greenway Court and runs from 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. with extended care from 4:30-6 p.m. The cost is $80 per person and an extra $10 for extended care. Tennis Spring Break Camp – These camps use team games and activities to introduce campers to tennis and develop athletic skills while fostering a love for the sport. Campers must be ages 6 to 13 years old and should come with athletic clothes and shoes, a water bottle, sunscreen, lunch, snacks and drinks. Sibling discount is available in the same transaction. Camp hours are 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The cost is $175 per week or $40 per day and it is held at Belle Terre Park located at 339 Parkview Drive. Some activities will be held in the indoor classroom. For more information on camps offered, call Parks & Rec at 386-986-2323.

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

Feb. 7, 2019 Section of Rickenbacker Drive to be closed Feb. 12; detour to be provided Palm Coast – A section of Rickenbacker Drive – from Royal Palms Parkway to Rippling Brook Drive – will be closed during daytime hours Tuesday, Feb. 12, to allow Florida Power & Light to install two concrete power poles. There will be no through traffic during the project. A detour will be provided. The City of Palm Coast appreciates the patience and cooperation of residents and motorists during this important power utility project. For more information, call Customer Service at 386-986-2360.

NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast Contact: Kimberly Norman, Public Relations Associate 386-986-3717 Feb. 5, 2019 Ladies Paint Night, other new art programs offered for spring Palm Coast – Even if you’re not a skilled artist, there is a class for everyone! Among them is Ladies Paint Night, which is an artistic-based social that will allow you to release your creative side while being led by a certified art instructor in this step-by-step class. Bring a friend or make new ones. Classes are $35 each and held from 6–7 p.m. at the Palm Coast Community Center located at 305 Palm Coast Pkwy NE. Here’s a schedule of each class by date and the featured object to be painted on: Feb. 20 – Sunset Canvas; March 20 – Wooden Décor Sign; April 17 – Majestic Oak Tree Canvas; May 15 – Flower Pot. Palm Coast Parks & Rec is also offering new art programs this spring along with some returning favorites. Here’s a lineup of some of the classes: Intro to Drawing – Come learn the basic tools and techniques of drawing with certified art instructor Kristy Craigle. Participants will learn form, value and basic shapes in relation to the world by learning how to simplify subject matter. Classes cost $25 per session and are happening now through Feb. 25 from noon-1 p.m. at the Community Center. Intro to Painting – After taking this course, participants will be well-versed in painting techniques such as mixing, shading, dabbing, layering, dry brush, detailing and more. Cost is $55 for the session held Mondays, March 18-April 22 from noon-1 p.m. at the Community Center.

Open Art Studio – Need a space to create your next work of art? Stop by the Community Center for some quiet, creative time. Please bring all of your own materials. Classes are free and are held Wednesdays, now through May 29 from 9 a.m.-noon at the Community Center. Crafts for Veterans – Help Heal Veterans provides free therapeutic craft kits to veterans. These kits include a wide variety of crafts and materials such as leatherwork, models, woodwork, jewelry, painting, needlecrafts, poster art, scrapbooks and more. Classes are free (must present veteran ID card) and are held at the Community Center on Wednesdays, now through May 29 from 9 a.m.-noon. Color Me Happy – Coloring is a great, fun way to combat stress, promote mindfulness, allow creativity and activate different areas of the brain. Bring favorite coloring books/pages and colored pencils or use the supplies Parks & Rec has available. Classes are free and held on Mondays now through May 27 from 10 a.m.-noon at the Community Center.

Please register at parksandrec.fun/seniors to participate in any of these classes. For more information, please call Parks & Rec at 386-986-2323.

Driving a truck can be a lonely profession and that is why many drivers have considered taking their pet on the road with them. It has become more common across the U.S. Over 60% of truck drivers are also pet owners. Of that percentage, 40% of them then take their pet with them. As the wife of a truck driver, this conversation has come up many times in our house. We have discussed the pros and the cons of it but the deciding factor was that the company he works for has a no pet policy. Don’t make the decision to bring a pet out on the road before weighing the positives and negatives. You need to think of the commitment and whether you and your pet are up to it. Consider the benefits to your health by having your furry friend along for the ride. Pets have been known to help reduce stress levels. Lower stress results in a happier and safer driver. Dogs would like to stretch their legs at their potty breaks so this forces you to move around and creates a form of exercise. Exercise is vital to a driver that spends most of their time sitting down. Donation Opportunities: The Flagler Humane Society Thrift Store always accepts donations. They cannot take in any computers/printers or large appliances. Call for our new store location where we collect donations. “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, PetSmart, PetSupermarket and Tractor Supply in Palm Coast. Stop by and see our adoptable pets! Want to be a volunteer? Attend an orientation! Orientations are held at noon in the Humane Society education room every second Saturday of the month. Applications can be found on the FHS website. Interested in fostering? Contact our adoption specialist at [email protected]. Adoption Specials: Adopt a pet and get a Free Dog Bed! *While supplies last. Upcoming Fundraisers/Events: See the FHS Website for information on any 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 [email protected] for questions. FHS has a Wellness Clinic for minor veterinary issues. Call 386-445-1814 for Appointments. Low Cost Vaccination Clinics are held every Saturday from 1pm-3pm. FHS also offers a “Furry Friend 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/Instagram/Website at www.flaglerhumanesociety.org, or via email at [email protected].

Animals ready for homes

Adoption specialist: Katrina Geigley [email protected] Outreach Manager: Katie Share [email protected]

Kitten and Kiki Kitten and Kiki are 4 year old siblings. They are both sterilized and up to date on vaccinations. They would love to go together but would be ok adopted apart. They were surrendered because the owners were moving. Kitten loves to hug and Kiki loves to be petted. They both get along well with other cats. Come and meet them today!

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