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Memorandum To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council

From: Jim Landon, City Manager

Date: January 13, 2017

Re: Week-In-Review

City Offices Closed Monday, January 16 In Observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

USTA Pro Circuit Men’s Futures Wild Card Tournament Tuesday, January 24 thru Thursday, January 26

Palm Coast Tennis Center

USTA Pro Circuit Men’s Futures Tennis Tournament Friday, January 27 thru Sunday, February 5


Friday, February 10 thru Sunday, February 12 City Hall and various locations

Annual Firefighter Pinning Ceremony The Palm Coast Fire Department celebrated promotions and new rank assignments for 25 firefighters this week. The firefighters being honored were “pinned” by family members and fellow firefighters at a Pinning Ceremony held at Palm Coast City Hall. Congratulations to all recognized! For more information about the ceremony, promotions and restructuring of the department, see the news release attached.

10th Annual Christmas Tree & Electronics Recycling Event As in years past, last week’s Christmas Tree and Electronic Recycling Event was a success! The City received over 300 Christmas trees from residents and the local Home Depot, and over 1,000 pounds of electronics, all for recycling. Residents who donated received a new tree to plant in their yards.

Next Week:

Monday, January 16th, ALL City Offices CLOSED, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Tuesday, January 17th, City Council Business Mtg, 9am, City Hall – Community Wing, 160 Lake Avenue

Wednesday, January 18th, Planning & Land Development Regulation Board Mtg, 5:30pm, City Hall – Community Wing, 160 Lake Avenue

Attachments Administration & Economic Development Department Update BAC Update Information Technology Department Update Public Works Department Update Community Development Department Update Parks & Recreation Department Update Event Calendar Utility Department Update News Releases Sent: Birds of a Feather Fest registration (Feb. 10-12 event), call for entries for

Birds of a Feather Fest Art Show, Fire Department holds Pinning Ceremony, USTA Men’s Futures Tennis Tournament (Jan. 27-Feb. 5 event)

Week In Review Friday, January 13, 2017

City Clerk

Processed 4 public records requests.

Processed 3 litigation documents.

Prepared and processed 9 documents for recording.

Prepared 3 agenda items.

Prepared 1 proclamation.

Prepared and posted 1 agenda to the Web.

Processed 1 bond (Tractor Supply Landscape/Irrigation).

Completed 1 Proof of Life document for a citizen. Communications & Marketing

News releases sent: Birds of a Feather Fest registration (Feb. 10-12 event), call for entries for Birds of a Feather Fest Art Show, Fire Department holds Pinning Ceremony, USTA Men’s Futures Tennis Tournament (Jan. 27-Feb. 5 event)

Brand Plus: met with Parks Team about park signage project, conducted brand training at New Hire Orientation

Responded to various media requests and coordinated advertising

staffed Council workshop

staffed the Pinning Ceremony – photography

Designed door hangers for water reuse notifications, printed new supply of swale maintenance door hangers

Birds of a Feather Fest: finalizing arrangements with guides, working on permitting for field trips, designed poster

Started Facebook/Twitter/Instagram campaign for Internship Opportunities.

Social Media Post of the Week:

Videotaped/aired live the Palm Coast Fire Department Pinning Ceremony

Edited two promos for the 2017 USTA Pro Circuit Men’s Futures Tennis Tournament. YouTube links: :30 sec - https://youtu.be/W-G0fuNnjmw AND :15 sec - https://youtu.be/Onwqa8nR4pM

Setup camera and microphone for the Fire Dept. – used for recording training sessions.

Updated news and announcements on PCTV’s bulletin board and ticker tape service. Central Services Purchasing:

Status Ref. # Project

Pending ITB-UTC-WW-17-14 Sound Attenuated Well Point Pump

Pending ITB-PW-FLT-17-15 Zero Turn 100" Cut Articulating Mower

Pending RFP-PR-17-07 JULY 3rd AERIAL FIREWORKS DISPLAY

Pending ITPQ-CD-CME-17-17 Pump Stations Odor Control Project

Pending ITB-CD-CME-17-17 Pump Stations Odor Control Project

Open ITB-CD-CME-17-09 Restrooms & Sports Lighting at PCAF and ITSC

Open RFP-PW-FLT-17-08 Robotic Mower

Open ITPQ-CD-CME-17-13 WWTP #1 Mechanical Bar Screens Replacement Project

Open ITB-CD-CME-17-13 WWTP #1 Mechanical Bar Screens Replacement Project

Open LOI-CD-CME-17-19 Belle Terre Blvd at SR 100 Roadway Improvements Design

Evaluating RFP-CM-16-02 Palm Harbor Golf Club Management, Operations and Maintenance Services

Evaluating RFI-ADM-16-04 Golf Course Consultant Services

Evaluating RFI-ADM-16-05 Tennis Center Consultant Services

Completed ITPQ-CD-CODE-17-02 Wildfire Underbrush Mowing

Completed ITB-PW-STRT-17-05 Concrete – 4000 PSI with Fiber Mesh

Completed ITB-PW-FLT-17-04 Price Agreement for Mower Parts

Completed ITB-CD-CODE-17-03 Wildfire Underbrush Mowing

Contracts:

Allied Tube & Conduit Corporation providing sign shop materials for the City, ITB-PW-SD-16-09, 01/06/17-01/05/18

Flagler Volunteer Services, Annual Grant Agreement 2016-17, 10/01/16-09/30/17

Ring Power Corporation, Engagement letter authorizing piggyback of the National Joint Powers Alliance for the purchase of a Diamond 50” HD Flail Mower Head, 01/06/2017-08/20/17

Bergmann Associates, Master Plan for the Public Works Facility, RFQ-CD-CME-16-14, 01/11/17-01/10/18

https://youtu.be/W-G0fuNnjmw

https://youtu.be/Onwqa8nR4pM

WEEK IN REVIEW January 13, 2017

BUSINESS CONSULTING This Week –6 Consulting Sessions, 20 Consulting Hours

Total for Month - 14 Consulting Sessions, 53 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 HOME BASED BUSINESSES

Peace of Mind – Handyman Service

AAA Leak Finders Inc – Pool Contractor

Art Garden Irrigation LLC – Handyman Service

Rachel Dolezal Photography – Photographer/Videographer

Coastal Valuation Services LLC – Real Estate Appraiser

Harrison’s Maintenance – Landscaping Service

My FL Handyman LLC – Handyman Service

Kroupa’s Home Inspection LLC – Home Inspection

Roger’s Landworks – Excavation Service

MKH Home Services – Handyman Service

Pelican Floor Coatings & Linings LLC – Unclassified Personal Service

The Palm Coast Business Assistance Center

Services Provided by the SBDC at UCF

Located at City Hall 160 Lake Avenue

Palm Coast, Florida 32164 (386) 986-2499

www.PalmCoastBAC.com

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

TO : Jim Landon, City Manager

FROM : Steve Viscardi, IT Director

DATE : 1/13/2017

RE : Week In Review

Department/Division Support

ENTERPRISE

Applications Division created a page for online registration of art exhibitors at this year's Birds of a Feather Fest

at http://www.palmcoastgov.com/events/birding-fest/art-show.

Applications Division made changes to the AP - Invoices workflow to disable the "Pay with Multiple" option if a

GL Account or PO has already been selected.

Applications Division went live with new online permitting application. This application is an extension of our

existing permitting system and allows all permits to be applied for electronically.

Applications Division added a "day of" and "7 days late" email reminder to the Evaluation process, as well as

made adjustments for employee's whose usernames and email addresses don't match.

Applications Division made changes to the Building Dept. of the website to accommodate for the rollout of the

new online permit system.

Applications Division fixed an issue with On Base where some of the HTML forms were hanging up.

Operations Division completed numerous service requests.

Operations Division provided support for the following meetings:

o Council Workshop

o Awards Ceremony

Operations Division continued with migrating VMs to the new server.

Operations Division continued setting up new surfaces for Utility Department.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

GIS Division updated the CRH (Community Residential Homes) Application; Added 1 new assisted living facility

location and removed 2 that are no longer in service.

GIS Division provided Community Development with Zoning and Future Land Use maps with the location of a

proposed cell tower.

ENGINEERING & STORMWATER

GIS Division provided Storm water staff with a map featuring City owned property and drainage

easements on the Cypress Knolls Golf Course.

http://www.palmcoastgov.com/events/birding-fest/art-show

Office of the Director

Activities for the Week of January 13, 2017

Trimming Trees at Water Treatment Plant 3

Parks & Medians Maintenance

Inspected 38,569 linear feet of park hiking trails and 312 signs

Prepared soccer fields at Indian Trails Sports Complex

Inspected 263 irrigation zones, cleaned, replaced, adjusted spray heads along City medians

Inspected 60 irrigation zones, cleaned, replaced, and adjusted spray heads in City parks

Trimmed cord grass at Town Center

Trimmed palm trees at Fire Station 21, 22 and Water Treatment Plant 3

Replaced two palm trees that were hit by a car on Palm Coast Parkway

Performed safety inspections on playground equipment, parks, and trails at 22 locations

All mulched playgrounds (6) were leveled

Maintained center medians on Belle Terre Parkway, Palm Coast Parkway, SR-100, & Old Kings Rd

All City parks (12) were mowed and maintained

Grounds were maintained at 250 well sites and lift stations

Maintained grounds at: 5-Fire Stations; 3-Water Treatment Plants; & 1-Wastewater Treatment Plant

Mowed 16 sports fields, three times each, for a total of 56 acres

Raked and prepared for play, ten courts at the Palm Coast Tennis Center

Preparing Soccer Fields at Indian Trails Sports Complex

orkstility Crews

Installing a Ctch

Basin &

Relocating

Water Lines

Streets Maintenance & Special Projects

Trimming cord grass and mulching along Seminole Woods Parkway medians

Performed site distance trimming in “F” & “W” neighborhoods

Screened and recycled 275 cubic yards of dirt for re-use for other City projects

Mechanically swept and cleared debris from 20 lane miles of curb and gutter on main arterial

roadways

Repaired 100 linear feet of street radii on Old Kings Road

Inspected and reported 35 street light outages to Florida Power & Light for repair

Responded to 1 after hours call – Florida Park Drive traffic signal repair

Performed traffic signal work – Belle Terre Parkway and State Road 100

Repaired/replaced 12 street signs

Repaired bridge deck at Palm Harbor Golf Course

Holland Park – Poured ADA compliant sidewalk and landscaped around the park

Belle Terre Parkway Median Improvements – Installed 240 linear feet of irrigation mainline,

Graded 500 linear feet of swale

Installed Signage for the Electric car Charging Station at City Hall

Stormwater Maintenance

Cleaned 35 culvert pipes for a total of 910 linear feet

Replaced 170 linear feet of drainage pipe on Wynnfield Drive & Buttonworth Drive

Maintained 75,325 linear feet of drainage ditches

Cleaned 23 catch basins

Graded and stabilized 5,302 linear feet of residential swales

Replaced Drainage Pipe on Buttonworth Drive

Fleet and Facilities Maintenance

Performed 3 fire fleet vehicle/equipment repairs and 2 preventive maintenance services

Performed 5 road calls for repairs

Performed preventative maintenance on 17 vehicles/equipment

Repaired 12 City vehicles, heavy equipment, small equipment, and trailers

Repaired 23 pieces of small and hand-held equipment

Completed 12 facility maintenance requests

Painted trim and hand rails at Palm Coast Tennis Center

Painted Trim at Palm Coast Tennis Center

Repaired Starter on Forklift

Week-in-Review- January 13, 2017-Stephen Flanagan, Director

PERMITTING ACTIVITY

The following is an update of permit and development application activity in Palm Coast from January 5, 2017

through January 11, 2017:

Total number of permits issued: 381

Construction Value from October 1, 2016 to January 11, 2017 $274,957,302.00

Commercial Permit Applications

21 Old Kings Road N Unit 211 &

212

Interior Renovations - David

Eldridge - Attorney at Law

Ideal Homes At Palm

Coast $3,000.00

100 Belle Terre Blvd (Shoppes at

Palm Coast) Starbucks

Elfrink Custom

Construction $225,000.00

Commercial Permits Issued

5095 State Hwy 100 E Aldi Grocery Store Deerfield Construction $1,200,000.00

250 Palm Coast Parkway NE 210 &

211

Interior Renovations -

Massage Envy

Whitley Builders LLC $221,000.00

216 Palm Coast Parkway NE (Island

Walk)

Site Development for

Starbucks

Certified General

Contractors

$730,000.00

5013 A State Hwy 100 (Shoppes at

Palm Coast)

Gazebo C & L Landscaping $6,500.00

Residential Permits Issued

72 Princeton Lane Addition Southern Accept $5,000.00

Development

39 Osprey Circle Addition Raszl Inc. $7,000.00

5 Fortress Court Addition Raszl Inc. $10,000.00

21 Pelican Court Addition Encompass Aluminum $8,000.00

58 Columbia Lane Addition Encompass Aluminum $13,000.00

27 Courtney Place Addition Waldhauer & Son $12,000.00

16 Covington Lane Addition Southern Screen $15,000.00

12 White Hurst Lane Addition Encompass Aluminum $5,000.00

2 Woodlyn Lane Alteration Select Professional

Builders

$25,000.00

54 Boulder Rock Drive Alteration Paul Davis Restoration $18,000.00

7 Pennsylvania Lane Alteration Paul Davis Restoration $5,000.00

16 Lewis Shire Place Single Family Residence Intervest Construction $325,000.00

58 Waterfront Park Road Single Family Residence Gold Coast Home

Builders

$400,000.00

14 Longview Way N Single Family Residence Olsen Custom Homes $478,000.00

11 Washington Place Single Family Residence Seagate Homes $321,000.00

6 Wood Arbor Lane Single Family Residence Seagate Homes $159,000.00

2 Ellwood Lane Single Family Residence Vanacore

Construction Inc.

$331,000.00

22 Sedgwick Trail Single Family Residence Everlast Homes $272,000.00

170 Parkview Drive Single Family Residence Seagate Homes $275,000.00

13 Edgemont Lane Single Family Residence Seagate Homes $271,000.00

15 Bud Field Drive Single Family Residence Holiday Builders $314,000.00

127 N Starling Drive Single Family Residence Dream Finders Homes $392,000.00

18 Erickson Place Single Family Residence Saltwater Homes $346,000.00

1 Fletcher Lane Single Family Residence Jason and Kari Quinn $220,000.00

18 Farnell Lane Single Family Residence Vanacore

Construction Inc.

$238,000.00

6 Serra Court Single Family Residence Maronda Homes $381,000.00

8 Unimay Court Single Family Residence Maronda Homes $307,000.00

5 N Waterview Drive Single Family Residence Olsen Custom Homes $443,000.00

Occupancy Permit

175 Cypress Point Parkway Centerstate Bank ARC National Tax Search

2 Office Park Drive Suite D Democratic Executive Committee Sue Hecht

1 Hargrove Grade Building A

Unit 1-I

Doing Green Cleaning Services Lorena Gardno

4882 Palm Coast Parkway NW

Unit 1 & 2

Angry Angler LLC (Home Décor) George Lockett

Certificate of Occupancy

160 Cypress Point Parkway C105 Marios Bakery and Coffee

Shop

Phillips Coastal

Construction

$2,000.00

1499 Palm Coast Parkway NW Unit

C & D

Cosmo Prof Beauty Supply Budgen Construction $9,000.00

PLANNING

PALM COAST 10TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TREE AND ELECTRONICS RECYCLING EVENT

On January 7th, Palm Coast residents braved the rain and cold temperatures to participate in Palm Coast’s, 10th Annual

Christmas Tree and Electronics Recycling Event. A steady turnout of people many repeat participants and several new

comers. The City recycled a total of 307 trees, 137 of those trees were donated by residents and 170 were donated by

Home Depot, these trees were left over from the tree tent sales. The City collected over 1,000 pounds of electronics with

holiday lights being the most collect item. Residents were happy to walk away with a new tree to plant in their landscape.

A total of 125 trees found new Palm Coast homes.

PLANNING INTERN PROJECT SUMMARIES DURING WINTER HOLIDAY

City Hall Tour and SWAG

o Created a path and script for the City Hall tours that will take place on the “Green City Hall Day”.

o Priced out USB lanyards from 3 different companies and sent them to Branding for selection.

o Created a Read Me document to put on the USBs so that people will understand what is on them.

o Wrote social media posts for the month leading up to the event to advertise to the public.

Park Signs

o Created a budget for signs to add to some of the City’s parks that have water bodies in them/habitat for

dangerous animals

o Selected which signs should go in which parks as well as choosing the educational signs that can hold

information for people to learn about the animals that live in Palm Coast and the dangers around them.

o Also budgeted for additional fencing and signs to prevent littering in the parks.

o Created a PowerPoint that will be presented at both the Branding Team meeting as well as the Parks &

Recreation meeting.

o Also created pictures of the parks that show where the signs should be placed for easy visualization.

LOMAs

o Went through all of the LOMAs on FEMA’s website to cross reference with the LOMAs that we had in

our system. Added all of the LOMAs that we were missing to our spread sheet as well as adding them to

the FIRM Maps.

Elevation Certificates

o Went through all of the Elevation Certificates to make sure that the documents matched what was on the

spreadsheet.

o Scanned all of the certificates into On Base and then filed them away in the proper places.

SAP

o Went through the 2015-2016 Performance Overview and counted how many performance measures

there were as well as City Council priorities.

o Then updated the 2015-2016 SAP Report Card to reflect the 2016-2017 Performance Overview and

performance measures.

o Created an Excel sheet with all of the information breakdown:

How many performance measures

Completed/incomplete

City Council priorities

Completed/incomplete

Goal totals

The breakdown of performance measures/City Council priorities/percent complete.

Waif Gopher Tortoise Permit

o Went back out to Waterfront Park to do another survey for Gopher Tortoises.

o Completed the permit in the FWC Portal.

Deer Sign Map

o Created a map of car accidents that involved Deer.

o This was to assist in the decision to install a Deer crossing sign on Seminole Woods Blvd.

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT & ENGINEERING

The following is an update since last week for projects in the City from January 5, 2017 through January 11, 2017

City Capital Projects Under Construction

Holland Park -Florida Park Drive 90% Artificial rock wall and 3 seat walls 93% complete.

Installation of Bahia sod continues. Excavation and finish

grading continues ahead of Bahia sod. Slabs poured for 4 new

dugouts. ADA compliant sidewalk poured to Baseball field 1

bleachers/dugout. Sidewalk forming at upper elevation edge

of rock wall continues.

Wastewater Treatment Plant #2 42% January 11, 2017, generator was delivered on site and placed

into generator building on new completed concrete pad.

Southern Wellfield Expansion

Phase 2 (Sesame & Equip 5 Wells) 5% January 5, 2017 contractor is stringing pipe on right of way.

Project signs were installed by Contractor January 6, 2017.

Developer Projects Under Construction

Tractor Supply Store 96% Contractor is completing punch list items January 6, 2017.

McDonald's Improvements HWY

100 70%

January 11, 2017 building work continues, driving lanes are

completed.

Protea Senior Living/Sable Palms 31%

January 9, 2017 roof drains are being installed on buildings.

Chlorinating points have been installed on water mains for

testing. January 12, 2017 pressure test was performed on the

potable water and fire lines.

Grand Landings Recreation Center 85% January 10, 2017 contractor has completed the curbing of

sidewalks and asphalt.

Aldi 10% January 9, 2017 silt fence was installed and inspected,

materials were delivered on site and foundation fill being

compacted. Stormwater installation has started.

Parkview Baptist Church 30% January 11, 2107 construction of 2nd floor has started.

Park Place Recreation Center 50% January 11, 2107 sub base for parking lost has been

completed.

Super Wash - Cypress Point Pkwy 91% January 11, 2017 sod has been installed on the medians and

road lane striping has started.

Dunkin Donut/Baskin Robbins -

Rebuild 5% January 9, 2017 contractor started the footers for building.

Airport Entrance - Belle Terre 98%

January 11, 2017 a substantial walk-thru and redlined as-built

was completed and provided to contractor. Florida

Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Water and

Wastewater signed clearance applications were sent to agency

for approval.

7-Eleven Store - Beach Village 90% January 10, 2017, project is almost complete. Contractor

working on final documents.

7-11 Near Final Completion

Holland Park - Sidewalk Forming

Waste Water Treatment Plant #2 Generator Delivered – Preparing for Installation

The Flagler Humane Society is very appreciative of all the holiday donations that we receive. These donations not only help out the homeless pets of the county but also helps to subsidize the pet food pantry that FHS has. Our goal is to try to keep people and their pets together. We never want a tough time be the deciding factor in surrendering a pet. Many times people just need a bag or two of food to get them by. We are proud that FHS is able to offer this service to the community in their times of need. Please note that this is a program to help out not to become a pet’s only means of nutrition. 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 PetSmart and PetCo every weekend and a day (usually Wednesday or Thursday) during the week. See the FHS Website for location. Interested in becoming a volunteer? Attend at volunteer orientation that are held at noon in the Humane Society education room every second Saturday of the month. We hope to see you there! Interested in helping at Outreach Adoption Events? Join the SPOT Team and help homeless animals find loving homes. If interested, email [email protected]. Adoption Specials: See the FHS Facebook/Website for Upcoming Adoption Specials. Upcoming Fundraisers/Events: Join us at the FHS January Yappy Hour! It will be held on January 29th from 3 pm – 5pm and is hosted by Snack Jack in Flagler Beach. Dogs are always welcome! Pre-purchase your ticket to ensure that you get a handmade pottery bowl! See FHS website for more information. Public Announcements: 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 on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of every month from 1pm-3pm. No appointments are necessary for the Low Cost Vaccination Clinics. 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 [email protected].

Animals ready for homes

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

MADDIE

Maddie is a sweet 3 year old terrier mix. She is already

spayed, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations. She was

surrendered with 2 other dogs that have already been adopted. She is great with other dogs and very sweet. She is a little on the shy

side but warms up quickly. She is excellent on a leash and the

perfect size for a small home or apartment. She is very quiet and

appears to be housebroken. Contact the FHS Adoption

Specialist for more information.

Pet of the Week

Jan 3- LJ

PALM COAST PARKS & RECREATION

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

Winter/Spring 2017

CPR/FIRST AID TRAINING PROGRAMS http://www.palmcoastgov.com/government/fire/cpr

The City of Palm Coast Fire Department offers CPR and First Aid Training

1. The Healthcare Provider course -- a professional certification course -- includes a multiple-choice

written exam and a practical exam.

2. Workbooks for use during the class are provided. It is highly recommend that participants purchase a

course workbook. The American Heart Association recommends that each student review the course

information for two weeks prior to the course. Workbooks can be found at : http://www.aha.channing-

bete.com/

3. Course available to those ages 13 and up.

4. All courses begin at 9:00 a.m. Participants should arrive a few minutes ahead of time for check-in.

5. A minimum of six persons is required for each course date. If fewer than six persons have registered,

each person will be contacted to reschedule or to receive a refund.

6. Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

First Aid and CPR/AED Heartsaver First Aid is a 7-hour classroom course (includes 1 hour for lunch) that is designed to meet OSHA

regulations. The course teaches basic first aid skills:

Administering CPR to an infant, young child, or an adult.

Using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

Using a mask or barrier device.

How to stop visible bleeding.

Assist with possible sprain or broken bone.

Securing the scene for safety.

Date: January 14

February 18

March 11

April 8

May 20

Time: 9 am-4 pm

Fee: $5/person; Pre-Registration required at least 48 hours in advance.

Location: Palm Coast Community Wing (160 Lake Ave, Palm Coast FL 32164)

http://www.palmcoastgov.com/government/fire/cpr

http://www.aha.channing-bete.com/

http://www.aha.channing-bete.com/

mailto:[email protected]

Jan 3- LJ

Healthcare Provider The Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Course provides healthcare professionals the ability to

recognize several life-threatening emergencies, administer CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe,

effective and timely manner.

Examples of those who may need this certification are: EMS personnel, physician assistants, dentists, nurses,

respiratory therapists and others. All must have a credential (card) documenting successful completion of a CPR

course.

The 4.5-hour course is video-based with instructor-led discussion and simulation. Students participate, practice,

and complete various skills and learning stations. We will provide a workbook for you to borrow during the

course. However, we recommend you purchase a workbook two weeks prior to the course and review the

information.

Date: January 20

April 28

Time: 9 am-1:30 pm

Fee: $50; Pre-Registration required at least 72 hours in advance.

Location: Palm Coast Fire Station #25, (1250 Belle Terre Parkway, Palm Coast, FL 32164)

Jan 3- LJ

ADULT FITNESS

Adult/Teen Flag Football League Come join the 7th annual adult flag football league under the lights at Ralph Carter Park. This year we are also

having a Teen division as well! Register as a team for 7v7 style play to win the title of league champion, a

trophy, a championship t-shirt, and free entry into next season’s league. Captain’s Meeting is Wednesday,

January 11th, 2017.

Days: Mondays and Wednesdays

Date: January 18- March TBD

Game Times: 7:00 pm, 8:00 pm, 9:00 pm

Location: Ralph Carter Park

Ages: 14 & Up

Fee: $400

Adult/Teen Open Gym Futsal Come join us for our inaugural Futsal open gym. Futsal is an exciting, fast-paced small sided soccer game that

is enjoyed around the world.

Days/Dates: Mondays January 23-May 8 $26

Wednesdays January 25-May 10 $26

Time: 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Location: Rymfire Elementary School

Ages: 14 & Up

NO Futsal on 3/13, 3/15

*Disclaimer: Flagler Schools may cancel program due to school activity. We will make every effort to notify

participants of cancellations.

Adult Open Gym Volleyball Come with friends or come alone and play Adult recreational co-ed volleyball open gym creates new “teams”

weekly. Usually two nets, with teams rotating in and out of play. One net is for competitive style play and the

second net is for recreational style play.

Days/Dates: Mondays January 23-May 15 $33

Wednesdays January 25-May 17 $33

Time: 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Location: Indian Trails Middle School

Ages: 18 & Up

NO Volleyball on 3/13, 3/15



Adult Open Gym Basketball The adult co-ed basketball program is a non-competitive recreation program.

Days/ Dates: Tuesday January 24-May 16 $33

Thursday January 26-May 18 $33

Time: 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Location: Indian Trails Middle School

Ages: 18 & Up

NO Basketball on 3/14, 3/16



Jan 3- LJ

3 on 3 Spring Basketball Tournament Come join the 1st annual Palm Coast 3v3 Basketball Tournament. All teams must submit a Team Registration

Form, one per team, with completed roster and pay a $12 tournament fee. All players must complete an

individual Waiver Form. The team registration, tournament fee, and waiver forms must be submitted 5 days

prior to the tournament start date. This is a double elimination tournament.

Days: Saturday and Sunday

Date: May 20-21

Game Times: TBD

Location: Holland Park

Ages: High School and Adult divisions

Fee: $250

Pickleball The fastest growing sport in North America. Pickleball is sport for all ages. Played with small racquets and

whiffle balls, this game is perfect for all ages. Equipment is available for rent and will be provided on the days

and times below.

Days/Dates: December 19-April 28

Belle Terre Park Holland Park Tuesdays: 1-3pm Mondays: 11-1pm

Wednesdays: 6-8pm Thursdays: 11-1pm

Fridays: 11-1pm

Location: Belle Terre Park/Holland Park

Ages: 18 & up

Fee: Free

Jan 3- LJ

ADULT PROGRAMS

AARP Driver Safety Program 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. To register contact AARP Representative Karen Zimmerman 386-

585-4116.

Dates: January 13, February 17, March 21, April 18

Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Location: Frieda Zamba Pool- Classroom

Fee: $20/Session ($15/Session/AARP Member)

Critic’s Choice Dinner Club Each month this “Club” visits a new restaurant, chosen by the group, to spend quality time with friends

enjoying a casual dinner while rating the food and service. New members are always welcomed. Dinner and/or

transportation are the participant’s responsibility. Pre-Registration Required

Days/Dates: Thursdays, February 2-Columbia Restaurant, St. Augustine

March 2- Hidden Treasure, Flagler Beach

April 6- TBD by group

May 4- TBD by group

Time: Meet at restaurant 5:30 pm

Game Day Social As the name suggests, 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 and Recreation Department. Light refreshments

are served.

Days: Thursdays (Starting January 12th)

Time: 12:30 – 4 pm

Location: Frieda Zamba Swimming Pool Classroom

Fee: Free

Women’s Self Defense Learn effective methods to ward off attackers in this three day class. Sergeant Lutz from the Flagler County

Sheriff’s Office will teach you skills that will make you more aware of your surroundings and methods to

protect yourself and provide safety tips to implement right away. Pre-registration required and participants

must attend all three classes. Pre-Registration required at least 48 hours prior to start date and time.

Days/Dates: Mondays January 16-City Hall

23/30- FZ Pool Classroom

March 06- City Hall

13/20-FZ Pool Classroom

May 08/15/22-FZ Pool Classroom

Times: 6 - 8 pm

Ages: 12 & Up

Fee: Free

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Jan 3- LJ

Wood Carvers The art of woodcarving has a history that spans centuries. At its core, woodcarving transforms a piece of wood

into a masterfully crafted work of art. Join this group of gifted carvers as they share their skill and know how in

this informal teaching atmosphere. The woodcarving group is a mixed group of men and women at all levels

and abilities. Visitors are welcome.

Days: Tuesdays (Starting January 10th) No Woodcarvers on (Mar 21, Apr 18)

Time: 1pm - 4pm

Location: Frieda Zamba Pool- Classroom

Fee: Free

Jan 3- LJ

Discover Trips The registration fee includes: round-trip, motor coach transportation to and from destination and admission fees

for the attraction. Payment is due at time of registration. Limited number of spaces available so register early.

Registration is on a first come, first serve basis.

Kennedy Space Center The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is the visitor center at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. It features

exhibits and displays, historic spacecraft and memorabilia, shows, two IMAX theaters, a range of bus tours of

the spaceport, and the Shuttle Launch Experience, a simulated ride into space. It also encompasses the separate

Apollo/Saturn V Center and United States Astronaut Hall of Fame. Lunch not included but can be purchased on

site. Pre-Registration required by January 23.

Day/Date: Friday, January 27

Time: Depart the Palm Coast City Hall 8 am

Return to the Palm Coast City Hall at approx. 4:30 pm

Location: Titusville, Florida

Fee: $75/person

Orlando Eye and Aquarium The Orlando Eye is a 400 ft. tall giant Ferris wheel. Lunch not included but can be purchased on site. Pre-

Registration required by February 8th.

Day/Date: Friday, February 15


Return to the Palm Coast City Hall at approx. 5 pm

Location: Titusville, Florida

Fee: $60/person

Strawberry Festival Take a ride to the 82nd annual The Florida Strawberry Festival – “We’re Playing Your Song!” The Florida

Strawberry Festival is an 11-day community event celebrating the strawberry harvest of Eastern Hillsborough

County. Each year, nearly 500,000 visitors enjoy the festival’s headline entertainment, youth livestock shows,

and exhibits of commerce and, of course, its strawberry shortcake. Pre-Registration required by February 23.

Day/Date: Thursday, March 2



Location: Plant City, Florida

Fee: $42/person

Jan 3- LJ

McKee Botanical Gardens Located on a tropical hammock at the southern gateway to Vero Beach, Florida, McKee Botanical Garden is

where native plants and exotic botanicals combine with Old Florida charm. Follow the Garden's pathways

through a grove of majestic palms; past tranquil streams accented with colorful waterlilies. Explore 18 acres of

natural landscape preserved and restored to the vision of its founders. Discover trees, waterfalls and historic

structures each with their own unique story. Lunch is included and will be hosted on site. Pre-Registration

required by Wednesday, April 12.

Day/Date: Wednesday, April 19



Location: Vero Beach, Florida

Fee: $60/person

A look at Ole Florida

First stop at the Lake Ridge Winery where a sampling of 7 different wines will be available, a video

presentation shown. Second stop Presidents Museum and third stop Florida Citrus Tower. Lunch at

participant expense. Lunch at local BBQ restaurant. Pre-Registration required by Wednesday, April 8.

Day/Date: Wednesday, May 10



Location: Clermont, Florida

Fee: $50/person

Jan 3- LJ

Lunch N’ Lecture Series Join professionals during lunch for informational discussions on topics that may affect the lives of our adult

community. Pre-Registration required 48 hours prior to the program date and while space is available.

Time: 11:00 am -12:30 pm

Location: City Hall, Community Wing – 160 Lake Avenue, Palm Coast, 32164

Fee: FREE

Friday, January 20th – Learn how the City of Palm Coast reduces hazards and pollution through stormwater,

floodplain and natural resource management, and how citizens can make a difference in their own homes.

Friday, February 17- Dr. Nanavati, an Interventional Cardiologist will speak on PAD/Vascular disease. PAD

is Peripheral Artery Disease – a common circulatory problem which narrows your arteries and reduces blood

flow to your limbs.

Friday, March 17- Can I recycle this? Speaker Dianne Torino will explain all the different ways you can

recycle various items in the City of Palm Coast.

Friday, April 21-Dr. Issam Nasr, Gastroenterologist – will speak on a topic relating to GI/Colorectal.

Friday, May 19-TBD

Jan 3- LJ

TODDLER PROGRAMS Pre-Registration required at least 48 hours prior to start date and time of all Toddler Programs

Teddy Bear Picnic Children will bring their favorite teddy bear for story time, game playing or craft and a snack. This monthly

programs offers a unique experience for toddlers and their parent.

Day: Mondays

Dates/Theme: February 6 – Valentine’s Day Love Bugs

March 6 – St. Patrick’s Day Gold Hunt and Leprechaun Fun

April 3 – Earth Day Remarkable Recycling

May 1 – Summer Sensational Sea

Time: 10 – 10:30 am

Location: Palm Coast Linear Park

Age: 2 – 5 years old

Fee: Free

Little Picassos Lil Picassos is designed to help your little artists discover their inner Picasso as they discover their own unique

style. Children will learn fundamental art concepts by creating a fun & unique work of art.

Days/Dates: Tuesdays February 14

March 7

April 11

Time: 10 – 11 am

Location: Frieda Zamba Pool Classroom

Age: 2– 5 years old

Fee: $8

Munchkin’ Sports

This child with parent program teaches the basic motor skills necessary to play organized sports such as soccer,

baseball, golf, football, and tennis. This 6-week program is designed for parents to assist the child.

Days/Dates: Wednesday, April 19 – May 24

Time: 5:15 – 6:00 pm

Location: Belle Terre Park, 339 Parkview Drive

Ages: 3-5 years old

Fee: $35 per session

Little Kicker Soccer

Bring your Little Kicker Soccer player to this high energy, fun, age appropriate introduction to soccer. Little

Kicker Soccer is not a league, rather an introduction to the fundamentals of soccer focusing on skill

development and confidence building that your child will use as he/she transitions to league play.

Days/Dates: Wednesday, April 19 – May 24

Time: 6:15 – 7:00 pm

Location: Belle Terre Park, 339 Parkview Drive

Age: 3-5 years old

Fee: $35 per session

Jan 3- LJ

YOUTH PROGRAMS

Pre-Registration required at least 48 hours prior to start date and time of all Youth Programs

Recreation on the Go Come join us as we schedule recreation activities at a variety of parks throughout Palm Coast. We will be

providing recreation equipment and encouraging participants in a variety of games and activities.

Day: Saturdays

Dates/Location: January 14 – Ralph Carter Park

February 18 – Seminole Woods Neighborhood Park

March 11 – Holland Park

April 8 – Belle Terre Park - Golf

May13 – Belle Terre Park - Tennis

Time: 10am – 12pm

Age: 5 and older

Fee: FREE

Jan 3- LJ

Aquatic Programs

Pre-Registration required at least 48 hours prior to start date and time of all Aquatic Programs

Parent and Child Level 1 (Ages 6 months to 36 months) Parent and child water introduction class that uses games, music and fun to familiarize your child to being in

and around the water.

Water Babies participants learn to:

Introduction to entering and exiting the water safely

Submerge mouth, nose and eyes

Explore floating on front and back with/without support

Introduction to floating with support

Basic Kicking

Day/Dates: May 8th- May 18th

Times: 1:00pm-1:30pm

Location: Frieda Zamba Swimming Pool

Fee: $45

Parent and Child Level 2(36 Months to Age 4) Parent and Child aquatics class for the preschool age students. Students will learn introduction skills to prepare

for Level 1 class. Your child will familiarize themselves in a more structured aquatic setting to learn safety,

basic swim techniques, and more.

How to safely enter and exit the water.

Introduction into kicking.

Introduction into floating on back with/without support.

Introduction into swimming on front.

Introduction into bobbing.

Overview of pool rules and water safety.

Days/Dates: May 8th-May 18th



Fee: $45

Preschool Aquatics – Level 1 (Ages 4-5 years) Participants will be introduced to the basic skills needed to achieve a minimum level of water competency.

Skills introduced include, but not limited to the following:

How to safely enter and exit the pool

Floating on front and back

Treading of water

Swimming on front and back



2:30pm-3:00pm


Fee: $45

Jan 3- LJ

Preschool Aquatics – Level 2 (Ages 4-5 years) For participants who can successfully demonstrate the skills of Preschool Aquatics Level 1. Participants will

build upon those skills and knowledge of water competency in order to advance to Learn to Swim Level 1.




Fee: $45

Preschool Aquatics – Level 3 (Ages 4-5 years) For participants who can successfully demonstrate the skills of Preschool Aquatics Level 2. Participants will

build upon those skills and knowledge of water competency in order to advance to Learn to Swim Level 1.




Fee: $45

SWIM LESSON INFORMATION:

Pre-Registration, including payment of applicable fee, is required prior to the start of each session.

Online registration is available (website)

Minimum class size of 4 participants.

When classes are cancelled by management, make-ups will be scheduled accordingly.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Class The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants

with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for

breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS)

personnel take over. The blended learning offering is designed to provide a flexible online learning environment

for the knowledge-based aspects of the lifeguarding course, along with videos demonstrating the skills that

participants will practice during the facility portion of the training.

Day/Dates: Session 1 - Friday, March 10th- Sunday, March 12th Blended Learning Class

Session 20- Friday, March 31st- Sunday, April 2nd Blended Learning Class


Ages: 15 & up

Fee: $160

Jan 3- LJ

Frieda Zamba Swimming Pool 2017 Hours of Operation

Monday, April 17-Friday, May 26

Monday through Friday - 2 PM to 7:30 PM Saturday & Sunday - Closed

Saturday, May 27-Monday, September 4

Monday through Friday - 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM Saturday & Sunday - 12:00 noon-6:00 PM

Tuesday, September 5-Friday, November 25

Monday through Friday - 2 PM to 7:30 PM Saturday & Sunday - Closed

Holiday Hours of Operation:

Monday, May 29 - 12 PM to 6 PM Friday & Saturday, July 3 & 4 -12 PM to 6 PM

Monday, September 4 - 12 PM to 6 PM

*** Hours of Operation dependent on daily weather conditions and subject to change without notice ***

Jan 3- LJ

SPECIAL EVENTS

Daddy Daughter Dance - “Masquerade Magic” A time to remember! Discover precious moments together at this delightful event. Enjoy a glorious time full of

music & more to create memories never to be forgotten! Dinner not included. Pre-Registration required,

while space is available. While space is available, registrations must be made 48 hours prior to event

date/time.

Day/Date: Moved to Saturday, June 10

Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Location: Holland Park

Cost: $10 per dad

$15 per daughter

NCCAA Youth Sport Clinic Young athletes – get ready for some free fun on the fields! Free soccer, baseball, volleyball, basketball and golf

clinics are scheduled at Indian Trails Sports Complex and the Palm Harbor Golf Club, 100 Cooper Lane from

9:30 to 11:30 a.m., 6 to 16 year-olds will have the opportunity to learn and practice basic skills with

professional coaches and collegiate athletes representing the National Christian College Athletic Association

(NCCAA). These talented experts will be right here in Palm Coast to work with our future athletes, so plan to

bring your children to take advantage of this exciting opportunity!

Day/Date: Saturday, March 18 Time: 9:30 am to 11:30 am

Location: Indian Trails Sports Complex & Palm Harbor Golf Club

Ages: 6-16

Cost: Free

Egg’ Stravaganza The hunt is on 10,000+ candy and toy filled eggs. Enjoy fun-filled morning with exciting activities such as the

Easter egg hunt for children ages 2 through 12 years of age, magic shows, balloon art, food, refreshments and

pictures with the Easter Bunny.

Day/Date: Saturday, April 15

Time: 10 am – 1 pm

Location: Central Park

Movies in the Park Bring your blanket, lawn chairs and snacks and invite your friends and neighbors to join you at this monthly

free, family activity. Relax and enjoy an “oldie but goodie” or a recent hit as we watch movies on the giant,

outdoor movie screen. And, take it from us you don’t want to forget your bug spray!

Day/Date/Time: Friday, March 10, movie begins at 7:45pm, The Jungle Book

Friday, April 14, movie begins at 8:00pm, Pete’s Dragon

Friday, May 12, movie begins at 8:20pm, Zootopia

Location: Central Park in Town Center

Jan 3- LJ

Food Truck Tuesdays Free entertainment along with gourmet food available for purchase from a variety of specialty food trucks.

Proceeds from Food Truck Tuesdays benefits a local organization whose work supports our children and

families.

Day/Date: 3rd Tuesday of the month - March through November

March 21st, April 18th, May 16th, June 20th, July 18th, August 15th, September 19th,

October 17th, November 21st

Time: 5 - 8 pm

Location: Central Park in Town Center

Pool Safety Day Our certified pool staff will lead activities to teach safety in and around the pool. Activities will include pool

games, mini learn to swim classes, provision of water safety information and discussing basic first aid.

Participants will also watch as our life safety staff demonstrates a water rescue.

Day/Date: Sunday, May 28

Time: 1 - 4pm; Activities/safety demonstration


Fee: $1 daily admission for youth 17 & under

$2 daily admission for adults/seniors

Tribute to the Troops In honor of current and retired military personnel, show your military ID for FREE admission to Frieda Zamba

Swimming Pool

Day/Date: Monday, May 29

Fee: Free daily admission for current and retired military who show their military ID


Memorial Day Ceremony “Remembering America’s Heroes” Day/Date: Monday, May 29

Time: 8 am

Location: Heroes Memorial Park

Rain Location: Fire Station 21, 9 Corporate Drive

Information: Fire Station 25 at 386-986-2300

Event Calendar for 1/13/2017 through 1/31/2017

1/13/2017 9:00 AM

AARP Driver Safety Program

Frieda Zamba Pool

1/14/2017 9:00 AM

First Aid CPR/AED Class

City Hall

1/14/2017 9:00 AM

Karate Classes for Kids, Youth & Adults

Palm Coast Community Center

1/14/2017 10:00 AM

Recreation on the Go

Ralph Carter Park

1/16/2017 5:00 PM



1/16/2017 6:00 PM

Women's Self Defense

Frieda Zamba Pool

1/18/2017 5:00 PM



1/18/2017 6:00 PM

Coastmasters Toastmasters Club

Flagler County Govenment Services Bldg, 3rd floor


1/20/2017 9:00 AM

Healthcare Provider

Fire Station #25

1/21/2017 9:00 AM

Flagler Home & Lifestyle Show

Flagler Palm Coast High School

1/21/2017 9:00 AM



1/23/2017 5:00 PM



1/23/2017 5:30 PM

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church

1/24/2017 12:00 AM

USTA Pro Circuit Men's Futures Wild Card Tournament


1/25/2017 5:00 PM



1/25/2017 6:00 PM

Coastmasters Toastmasters Club

Flagler County Govenment Services Bldg, 3rd floor


1/27/2017 12:00 AM

USTA Pro Circuit Men's Futures Tennis Tournament


1/27/2017 8:00 AM

Discover Trip to the Kennedy Space Center

City Hall

1/28/2017 9:00 AM



1/28/2017 1:00 PM

Woodlawn : Night of Champions

The Chapel

1/29/2017 2:30 PM

'Til Death Do Us Part: Late night Catechism 3"

Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center,

1/30/2017 5:00 PM



M e m o r a n d u m

To: Jim Landon, City Manager

From: Richard Adams, Utility Director

Date: January 12, 2017

Re: Week in Review

The average water demand for this week was 7.101 million gallons per day. The average

wastewater flow was 5.860 million gallons per day.

Crews installed 24 new domestic water meters and 5 reuse meters.

There was a total of 23 calls after hours.

There were 162 disconnects for non-payment this week.

Cline Construction completed the repair of the deep gravity sewer line on Wellington

Drive. The road patch is scheduled to be completed this week.

Wastewater crews completed 60 pep maintenance and 101 service orders. Replaced 26

pep pumps, 37 floats, and 4 cleanout caps. Replaced 8 ball valves, 8 valve boxes, installed

1 riser and 1 back lid, 1 pep chamber, and 4 pep panels.

Wastewater crews inspected via CCTV, 9,536 feet of gravity sewer and inspected 54

manholes. Responded to 10 priority one backups and cleared all 10.

Miller Pipeline completed lining 3,793’ of gravity sewer mains in Section 25 (Parkview area).

Concrete Conservation started lining of 58 gravity sewer manholes in Section 20 (Pine Lakes)

and Section 25 (Parkview). Will return next week.

Water distribution crews repaired 4 service lines, replaced/repaired 12 meter pits, and

tested/repaired 214 backflow preventers.

Completed the annual Alternative Water Supply Progress report for Consumptive Use

Permit 1947-8 condition #44 and submitted to the St. Johns Water Management District.

Wellington Drive Deep Gravity Sewer Line

Miller TV Crew

NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast Contact: Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager 386-986-3708; cell 386-214-4729 Jan. 9, 2017

Registration opens for City of Palm Coast’s Birds of a Feather Fest, set for Feb. 10-12

Palm Coast – Registration is now open for the City of Palm Coast’s third annual Birds of a Feather Fest, set for Feb. 10-12 – offering a weekend of birding, photography, workshops, social events, nature art show and family activities.

New this year are big trips to Lyonia Preserve in Deltona, the GTM Reserve in Ponte Vedra Beach and Sweetwater Wetlands in Gainesville; two full days of free beginner bird walks at two Palm Coast locations; a nature-themed art show and family activities in Peacee’s Kids Nest. The festival has a new home base this year – Palm Coast City Hall, 160 Lake Ave., Palm Coast.

Many activities are free, while some have a fee. There is no registration free. Meet the experts – our birding guides for the weekend – at a free reception Friday evening at Canfield’s.

The three-day birding and nature festival is geared toward serious birders, as well as beginners and families. A good number of the birding trips offered will be on paved trails in and around Palm Coast, making birding accessible to children and people with disabilities.

A complete schedule for the Birds of a Feather Fest is at www.birdingfest.com, and registration is now open. Twenty-eight birding trips and classes are being offered. Participants can choose as much or as little as they’d like over the three days.

Returning this year as expert birding guides are internationally known birder Greg Miller, whose story was the subject of The Big Year motion picture starring Jack Black; David and Dee Simpson of Space Coast Audubon (David is the current holder of the American Birding Association’s Big Year for Florida); David Hartgrove, longtime Volusia County compiler for the North American Migration Count; and Joe and Judie Dziak, Flagler’s resident bald eagle experts.

In addition to Lyonia, GTM Reserve and Sweetwater, big trips this year will be to Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge and Viera Wetlands. Several trips are planned to Flagler County’s own Princess Place Preserve, Matanzas Inlet and Palm Coast’s Linear Park.

http://www.birdingfest.com/

Photographers will have two opportunities to learn new skills – at a Bird Photography Field Workshop at Varn Park north of Flagler Beach in Flagler Beach and at a class at Palm Coast City Hall about Post Processing and Publishing Your Photos, both on Friday, Feb. 10.

Saturday, Feb. 11, will offer a full day of recreation for families and art and nature lovers. The “Rooted in Nature” art show will be indoors at the Community Wing of Palm Coast City Hall from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Peacee’s Kids Nest – under the big tent on the lawn – will be open for families from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with nature-themed crafts, games, and a reading of Pelican Pete. Be sure to register in advance for the Build a Birdhouse and Build & Decorate Binoculars classes.

“We are building on the successes of our first two years of the Birds of a Feather Fest to offer great trips by well-known birding guides for serious birds, along with introductory walks for people who want to learn,” said Event Coordinator Jason Giraulo, the City’s Digital Communications Coordinator. “Palm Coast and greater Flagler County have more than 200 identified bird species, and last year we saw 114 different bird species during the festival weekend.”

“Our goal is to share our community’s unique birding opportunities with the larger world,” Giraulo said. “We have 125 miles of trails, miles of coastline and varied habitats. Palm Coast is truly a birder’s paradise.”

Applications are now being accepted from artists who would like to exhibit and/or sell their works at the art show on Feb. 11. More information is available on the festival website at www.birdingfest.com.

Sponsorships opportunities are available. Sponsors already on-board include Florida Power & Light, Palm Coast & the Flagler Beaches, and the Palm Coast Observer.

Please join us for the third annual Birds of a Feather Fest – Fun for the Whole Flock!

For more information, visit www.birdingfest.com or contact Giraulo at 386-986-2484 or [email protected]. Short video promo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQgna9Pi4Bk Video overview of the Fest (3:28): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khnbzbUgSiA




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQgna9Pi4Bk

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


Artists, Photographers invited to exhibit, sell at Birds of a Feather Fest Art Show

Palm Coast – The City of Palm Coast is seeking artists and photographers to exhibit their work at the Birds of a Feather Fest Art Show, to be held 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, indoors at Palm Coast City Hall.

The theme of the show is “Rooted in Nature,” and all entries should be related to nature (birds and other wildlife, landscapes, trails, waterways, the great outdoors).

There is no charge to participate. Artists can participate at the Exhibitor Level or the Vendor Level. Artists who would like to sell their works at the show will be required to attend the show to staff their display booth.

The deadline to apply for participation is Feb. 6. Complete guidelines and the entry form are available online at www.birdingfest.com.

The Birds of a Feather Fest Art Show is a new feature of the festival, and the Flagler County Art League is assisting the City in managing the show. It will be open to the public, as well as enjoyed by birders and nature lovers attending the festival. The Art Show will be held in the Community Wing of Palm Coast City Hall – right in the hub of activity for the festival. Admission to the Art Show will be free.

A complete schedule for the Birds of a Feather Fest is at www.birdingfest.com.

For more information about participating in the Art Show, contact Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager, at [email protected] and 386-986-3708.




Photo attached: Palm Coast firefighters who were promoted, along with Chief Mike Beadle and

Deputy Chief Jerry Forte, at the conclusion of the Pinning Ceremony on Thursday.


25 Palm Coast firefighters “pinned” with new ranks during City Hall ceremony Palm Coast – The Palm Coast Fire Department celebrated promotions and new rank assignments for 25 firefighters during a Pinning Ceremony held Thursday. The firefighters being honored were “pinned” by family members and fellow firefighters at the ceremony at Palm Coast City Hall. The large Pinning Ceremony was the result of a restructuring of the Fire Department’s rank system. Two new ranks were added – battalion chief (which is below deputy chief and above lieutenant) and driver-engineer (which is below lieutenant and above firefighter). The Palm Coast Fire Department has 57 career personnel, plus 45 volunteer members. The Department’s three existing captains were automatically changed to the new rank of battalion chief. That created three openings for captain, which in turn created three openings for lieutenant. In addition, 15 firefighters were promoted to the new rank of driver-engineer. The selections were made through written, practical application and tactical testing, role-playing exercises, and interviews. “I personally want to thank everybody for what they’ve done to get here,” said Palm Coast Fire Chief Mike Beadle. “It’s been a long, long, long journey for many, but this is the culmination and the payoff of those years of sacrifice and the training and the testing.” The restructuring of the rank system is designed to improve retention of personnel and follows a study that looked at firefighter turnover. In addition, it was done in anticipation of a number of retirements from the Department between 2018 and 2020. Adding the new ranks will give the Department more leadership succession opportunities in the coming years and also strengthen the middle ranks, said Deputy Chief Jerry Forte. “This is the first step in our organization to plan for the future,” Forte said. The restructuring was years in the making, and the promotion process was rigorous and took many months to complete. Forte also thanked the personnel and told them how proud he is.

Under the new structure, only driver-engineers will drive fire trucks responding to calls. One benefit is that the City’s fleet division can work more closely with those drivers on fire truck maintenance and repair issues. In addition, each of the new driver-engineers will be paired with a lieutenant as a leadership team, providing stability if and when there is personnel turnover. Each of the firefighters promoted will receive a 5-percent raise with their new responsibilities. The rank changes and promotions are as follows: Battalion Chiefs: Ronald Petrillo, Mark Valentik, Sean Major Captains: Kyle Berryhill, Gary Potter, Thomas Ascone Lieutenants: Dan Driscoll, John Kozloski, Joseph Paci Driver Engineers: Jeffrey Poeira, Mike Chandley, Daniel Hackney, Mark Davidson, Leo Chumaceiro, Adam Bachman, Christopher Cottle, Omar Kanaan, Robert Ballou, Daniel Bouillon, Eric Robinson, Colin Craig, Jeff Nunziato, Nikolay Kulev, David Faust, Andrew Woolwine

NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast Contact: Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager 386-986-3708; cell 386-214-4729 Jan. 12, 2017 Palm Coast Tennis Center hosts USTA Pro Circuit Men’s Futures Tourney, Jan. 27-Feb. 5 Palm Coast – See the rising stars of men’s tennis from around the world Friday, Jan. 27, through Sunday, Feb. 5, at the USTA Pro Circuit Men’s Futures Tournament at the Palm Coast Tennis Center, 1290 Belle Terre Parkway. This is the City of Palm Coast’s eighth year hosting the tournament. Making stops in local communities across the United States, the USTA Pro Circuit is the pathway to the professional ranks for the next generation of world-class players. Here in Palm Coast, up to 128 touring professionals will compete at the City’s outstanding clay court facility for a $10,000 purse and the ranking points players need to ascend to the next level. A Wild Card Men’s Open tournament for local players’ entry in the qualifying portion of the Futures Tournament will be Jan. 24-26, with entry fee of $40 per player. The Wild Card is singles only. Deadline to register is noon Monday, Jan. 23. Contact Tournament Director Deborah Stanfield at 386-986-2552 or by email at [email protected] to register. The winner gets a wildcard entry into the Main Draw, and the runner-up gets a wildcard into Qualifying. Spectator admission is free to the Wild Card Tournament, along with Futures Tournament Qualifying Jan. 27-30 and Main Draw play Jan. 31-Feb. 2. Also free is Kids Day at 2 p.m. Jan. 28, where children 6-12 will have fun and games on-court with the head pro and some stars of tomorrow! Advance registration for Kids Day is recommended, at the Palm Coast Tennis Center. Tickets to participate in the Pro-Am Event at 5 p.m. Jan. 30 are $35; advance registration is required at the Tennis Center. Play right alongside touring professionals! The schedule is as follows:

Wild Card Men’s Open tournament will be Jan. 24-26

Qualifying begins Jan. 27 and continues through Jan. 30

Kid’s Day will be Jan. 28 at 2 p.m.

Pro Am will be Jan. 30 at 5 p.m.

Main Draw Singles and Doubles begin Jan. 31

Doubles Quarter Finals will be Feb. 1

Doubles Semi-Finals are on Feb. 2

Doubles Final will be Feb. 3


Singles Quarter Finals will be Feb. 3

Singles Semi-Finals are Feb. 4

Singles Final will be Feb. 5 All matches are free through Feb. 2. From Feb. 3 to 5, daily tickets will be $5 for adults, and free for juniors 16 and under. A schedule of matches will be posted daily at www.PalmCoastTennisCenter.com. Times are subject to change, so please check the online schedule often. No refunds will be given. “We’re proud to host the USTA Pro Circuit Men’s Futures Tournament again this year,” said Debbie Stanfield, tournament director for the USTA Pro Circuit Men’s Futures Tournament at Palm Coast. “The tournament is a great opportunity for area tennis lovers and players to see the up-and-coming generation of the world’s best players. It’s our biggest event of the year, and we invite the public to join us to see some great, world-class tennis.” The USTA Pro Circuit is the largest developmental tennis circuit in the world and has launched the careers of such current stars as Victoria Azarenka, John Isner, Mardy Fish, Andy Murray, Maria Sharapova and Caroline Wozniacki, as well as past champions Andre Agassi, Jim Courier, Lindsay Davenport, Justine Henin and Pete Sampras. In 2015, Palm Coast resident Reilly Opelka played in the tournament after receiving the Main Draw Wild Card from USTA. Later that year, Opelka won the Junior Wimbledon tournament, defeating the No. 1-ranked junior. At age 19, he is now a professional tennis player. For more information on the upcoming Futures Tournament in Palm Coast, visit www.PalmCoastTennisCenter.com or call 386-986-2550.

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