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Memorandum
To:
From:
Date:
Re:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council
Jim Landon, City Manager
April 10, 2015
Week-In-Review
Movie in the park
Friday, April 10, 8pm – 9:45pm
Central park in town center
flagler college spring soccer invitational
Friday, april 10 thru Sunday, april 12
Indian trails sports complex
Junior golf clinic
Saturday, april 11, 10am to 11:30am
Palm harbor golf club
Frieda zamba pool 2015 season opening
Monday, april 13
Frieda zamba swimming pool
Lunch n learn with the city manager
Wednesday, april 15
Palm coast community center
Egg ’Stravaganza
On Saturday, April 4, children ages 2 to 12 had the opportunity to participate in
the Annual Egg' Stravaganza Egg Hunt at Central Park in Town Center. At least
2,000 of our family, friends and neighbors came out to enjoy the activities, music,
games, magic shows and of course egg hunts. The Easter Bunny arrived in style,
courtesy of the Palm Coast Fire Department, and greeted children and posed for
pictures.
Palm Coast has Award Winning Wastewater Treatment Plant
The Palm Coast Wastewater Treatment Plant has been selected to receive the 2nd Place
Safety Award for Class B facilities from the Florida Water Environment Association
(FWEA). This award recognizes the outstanding effort of the management and
operational staff which resulted in zero lost time accidents during the 2014 calendar
year. Congratulations to the Utility Department and staff who operate this facility.
Another recognition for our Utility Department and the exemplary service we provide
to the residents of Palm Coast.
Next Week:
 Tuesday, April 14th, City Council Workshop, 9am, City Offices, 160 Cypress Point Pkwy, B106
 Wednesday, April 15th, Planning & Land Development Regulation Board Mtg, 5:30pm, Community
Center, 305 Palm Coast Pkwy NE
Attachments:
Administration Department Update
BAC Update
Information Technology Department Update
Public Works Department Update
Community Development Department Update
Fire Department Update
Parks & Recreation Department Update
Event Calendar
Utility Department Update
News Releases: Family Bike Rodeo on April 25, New Faces Night at the Tennis Center on April 24,
Munchkin’ Sports and Munchkin’ Soccer programs, Arbor Day 5K Root Run/Walk and Free Fun Run,
Pool Opens for the Season, Birding Adventures TV Show
City Manager’s Office
Administrative Divisions Week in Review
Friday, April 10, 2015
City Clerk
 Processed 12 public records requests.
 Processed 2 litigation documents.
 Prepared and processed 3 documents for recording.
 Prepared and posted 1 agenda and 2 sets of approved meeting minutes to the Web.
 Processed 10 resolutions.
 Processed 1 bond - received performance bond for Grand Landings Ph.2, Replat Lots 8-10.
 Completed 2 Proof of Life documents for citizens.
Communications & Marketing
 Branding Team: promoting resident brand campaign, planning for next segment of resident brand
campaign, City Hall conference room naming, oversaw installation of new signage at Frieda
Zamba Swimming Pool
 News releases sent: Family Bike Rodeo on April 25, New Faces Night at the Tennis Center on
April 24, Munchkin’ Sports and Munchkin’ Soccer programs, Arbor Day 5K Root Run/Walk and
Free Fun Run, Pool Opens for the Season, Birding Adventures TV Show
 Handed various media requests
 Coordinated advertising
 Staffed Council meeting
 attended PIO training at Flagler County EOC
 Designed new Food Truck Tuesdays logo and flier
 Designed ads for Arbor Day Run and Event
 Began work on Birds of a Feather Fest 2016 schedule
 Posted to Facebook & Twitter
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o PCTV:
Videotaped/aired live the City of Palm Coast Council Meeting.
Videotaped footage at Water Plant 3, Waterfront Park, Ponce Inlet Lighthouse; and organized
video elements for upcoming FCCMA state conference video.
Submitted video entries to NATOA’s 2015 GPA (Government Programming Awards) competition.
160 Cypress Point Pkwy, Suite B-106, Palm Coast Florida 32164
386-986-3702
Purchasing and Contracts Management
Purchasing & Bidding:
 Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting for ITB-CDBG-15-02 - Rehabilitation of Five Homes
 Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting for ITB-PW-SD-15-02 - Street Resurfacing 2015
 RFP Opening for RFP-ADM-CLERK-15-03 - Real Estate Broker Services
 Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting for ITB-CD-CME-15-02 - Boulder Rock Drive Crossing
Rehabilitation Project – Structure F-2
Contracts:
 Environmental Land Services of Flagler County, Inc. – ITB-PW-U-15-09 - Re-Bid Term Contract
for Lime Sludge Removal, Hauling and Disposal Services
 URETEK Holdings, Inc. – piggyback of Osceola County Agreement #SG-15-04003-AP for
Shallow Subsurface Polyurethane Injection Projects
 All Daytona Septic Tank Service, Inc. – ITB-PW-U-15-07 - Wastewater Collection System
Emergency Tank Truck Services
 Environmental Control Systems, Inc. – ITB-PW-U-15-07 - Wastewater Collection System
Emergency Tank Truck Services
160 Cypress Point Pkwy, Suite B-106, Palm Coast Florida 32164
386-986-3702
Impact
April 10, 2015
RESULTS
#
13
Sessions
2175
0
174
0
Total
174
42
new businesses
Hours
training
13
jobs
consulting
EFFORTS
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Attendees
0
0
INVESTMENT
capital
sales
1,195
Current R
Hours
Week: April 6 – 10
BAC
PARTNERS
salaries
Total
Month: April
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To Date: Since May 1, 2011
invested
New Palm Coast Businesses
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Ya Ya Salon – 160 Cypress Point Pkwy – Salon
Garrett Internal Medicine P.A. – 385 Palm Coast Pkwy – Medical Office
Modern Organic Salon – 6 Florida Park Drive N – Salon
Back in Motion Spine & Wellness Ctr – 10 Cypress Pt Pkwy – Chiropractor
Palm Coast Family Dentistry – 50 Cypress Point Pkwy – Dental Office
Driven – Home Based – Retail Sales
Francisco Rosa Painting & Handyman Service – Home Based - Handyman Service
Thunder Boy LLC – Home Based – Handyman Service
Tiffany May Smith – Home Based – Landscaping Service
Skeeterz Skate Shop – Home Based – Retail Sales
Veronica Marie Scott – Home Based – Unclassified Personal Service
Demir Florida Repair LLC – Home Based – Handyman Service
Phil Keuper Painting – Home Based – Handyman Service
LVS Photography – Home Based – Photography/Videography
Sapphire Pool Care – Home Based – Pool Cleaning
A1 Anything – Home Based – Handyman Service
The Palm Coast Business Assistance Center
Managed by the SBDC at UCF
Located at City Offices at City Market Place
160 Cypress Point Parkway, Suite B-105
Palm Coast, Florida 32164
(386) 986-2499
www.PalmCoastBAC.com
Getting Started
With QuickBooks
A BAC/SBDC Seminar
Wednesday, April 22, 6—8 PM
Palm Coast City Council Room
160 Cypress Point Parkway, Suite B-106
Jim Bradshaw, an Accounting and Management Consultant and Intuit Pro Advisor
certified in QuickBooks, will instruct this course. Jim is a graduate of EmbryRiddle Aeronautical University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Management.
After providing leadership in a non-profit organization for 22 years, Jim started
his own business in 2009 called Storehouse Treasures. He offers accounting and
management services for clients from Jacksonville to Orlando. He is a licensed
community association manager. Jim’s goal is to help small businesses and nonprofits succeed in their goals by giving strategic feedback with accurate
accounting reports. Storehouse Treasures specializes in helping small businesses
get the best use out of QuickBooks software for their particular accounting
purposes.
Seminar Topics Include:
 QuickBooks Features & Applications
 Setting up a New Company File
 Setting Preferences
 Navigating the Home Page & Menu Bar
 Entering Transactions—The Forms
Cost of Seminar
$15 Early Bird Discount
$25 after April 1
Class Size limited to 12
Register in advance by calling…
The Palm Coast
Business Assistance Center
160 Cypress Point Parkway
Suite #B-105, Palm Coast, FL
386-986-4764
Or register Online at:
www. PalmCoastBAC.com
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
TO : Jim Landon, City Manager
FROM : Steve Viscardi, IT Director
DATE : 4/10/15
RE : Week In Review
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Operations Division staff is preparing to retool the current model as we expect several new ISPs to come on board
in the next few weeks.
DEPARTMENT/DIVISION SUPPORT
ENTERPRISE
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Applications Division made changes to the PAF (Personnel Action Form) workflow to better accommodate
Human Resource's process.
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Applications Division updated the City website with information about this year's Park & Rec Job Fair and
Summer Camps.
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Applications Division created an admin to allow Parks and Rec to manage Movies in the Park and Dive in Movie
dates and information.
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Applications Division staff made more changes and fixes to the Delinquent Notices process.
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GIS Division completed coordinate geometry(cogo) of 6 legal descriptions. This is part of an effort to establish
License Agreements with all dock owners. These 6 docks were digitized/attributed for inclusion in the Land
Rights Project.
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Operations Division received 127 Track IT’s this past week.
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Operations Division staff repaired the speaker system at the pool it is now ready for the busy summer season.
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Operations Division staff is continuing the upgrade of City computers to MS Office 2013. It is the latest version of
Office and it is our goal to make sure all users are on this version in the next few weeks. (Word, Excel, Outlook,
etc.). Progress is 95% complete.
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Operations Division staff is continuing their annual site inventory. All sites will be visited to verify all computer
equipment. Progress is 70% complete.
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Operations Division staff assisted in the community alert that went out to the W section after the weir break.
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Operations Division staff is upgrading the VM (virtual) view servers. While this seems like a constant upgrade
process, it is our effort to make sure we keep up with virtual technology and keep our users at a level where they
can be the most productive.
FIRE
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GIS Division worked with the Fire Department on an analysis study of EMS response times by district and by truck.
This is an ongoing study that will culminate in a web application.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
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GIS Division worked with Community Development on a map of right-of-ways symbolized by maintenance
stewardship.
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GIS Division staff mapped via COGO(coordinate geometry), DRI(Development of Regional Impact) areas east of
Old Kings Road, for Community Development.
ENGINEERING & STORMWATER
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GIS Division has continued to support stormwater and finance staff with the recalculation of parcels as per the
stormwater ordinance; Geofit 1 asbuilt and digitized 1 building footprint & other impervious surfaces.
Public Works Department
Nestor Abreu ~ Public Works Director
Activities for the week of April 10, 2015
Pedestrian Safety
Removed and replaced 120 linear feet of handrail on Belle Terre Parkway
damaged from motor vehicle accident.
Facility Maintenance
Refurbished 15 picnic tables at Frieda Zamba Pool
Seminole Woods Multi-Use-Path Phase III
Formed, poured and finished 480 linear feet of newly constructed sidewalk.
Stripped, graded and made ready additional 1500 linear feet of ground.
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 Screened and recycled 2000 cubic yards of dirt; made ready for future
City projects.
 Inspected 10,560 linear feet of sidewalk for pedestrian safety.
 Performed sight distance trimming on-going in the “R” section.
 Currently mowing Belle Terre Parkway, East Hampton Boulevard, Royal
Palms Parkway, Rymfire Drive, Whiteview Parkway, Palm Coast Parkway
and all neighborhoods.
 Mechanically swept 45 lane miles of curb and gutter and cleared of debris
on main arterial roadways.
 Inspected irrigation systems and provided maintenance on Palm Coast
Parkway, Bulldog Drive and Belle Terre Parkway.
 67 Right-of Way inspections completed for new construction.
 Graded and stabilized 3,871 linear feet of residential swale.
 Refurbished 2,466 linear feet of Right-of-Way for Swale Rehabilitation.
 Mow and weed 36,760 linear feet of ditch - inmate crew.
 Removed and replaced 120 linear feet of pipe at 72 Lindsay Drive.
 Installed one valley gutter at Crazy Horse Court assisting drainage control.
 Inspected and evaluated 39 residential swales, completing 20.
 Inspected 73,659 linear feet of park hiking trails and 186 trail signs.
 Installed one bench, one bike rack and two canoe trailer racks at Long’s
Creek.
 Completed 12 facility maintenance requests.
 Inspected street lights and reported four outages to FPL for repair.
Week-in-Review – April 10, 2015 – Stephen Flanagan, Director
PERMITTING ACTIVITY
The following is an update of permit and development application activity in Palm Coast from April 1, 2015
through April 8, 2015:
 Total number of permits issued: 185
 Since January 2009, $684,009,267 construction dollars have been invested in Palm Coast.
Commercial Permit Application
9 Old Kings Road N Site Development - Dunkin
Suite 7
Donuts
TAJ Construction
$45,000
1200 Palm Harbor Pkwy
Unit A-2
6 Rybark Lane
29 Ulaturn Trail
53 Lafayette Lane
22 Edith Lane
1 Edison Lane
Commercial Permits Issued
Portuguese American Club
- remodel restroom - office
build out
Amaral Custom Homes
Residential Permits Issued
Addition
Aluminum Creations
Alteration
Dom Salvatore's Home Imp.
Alteration
Millers Screen
Single Family Residence
Vanacore Construction
Single Family Residence
Vanacore Construction
$2,400
$21,000
$13,000
$8,000
$325,000
$210,000
Application Submittals
Technical Site Plan Tier 1
Palm Coast Art Foundation
Sam Perkovich with Palm
Coast Arts Foundation
Technical Site Plan Tier 1
Airport Commerce Center Borrow Pit
Technical Site Plan Tier 1
First Coast Energy Building Addition
Technical Site Plan Tier 1
Palm Coast Medical
Clint Smith with Florida
Landmark Communities
LLC
W. Earl Meads with Means
Engineering, Inc.
Raul Socarras with Urgent
Care Developers of Palm
Coast LLC
PLANNING
First Baptist Church Master Plan
The approval of the master plan for this existing church will allow it to expand over five phases. The first phase has been
approved with the master plan and includes a significant parking lot redesign and expansion so approximately 450
parking spaces can be provided to serve all five phases. Phase 2 would expand the sanctuary so that seating could double
from 600 to 1200, while Phase 3 would add a second floor of over 10,000 square feet to the existing fellowship hall
building that will be utilized for classrooms. Phase 4 would construct an additional small building for another 3,900 sq.
ft. of classrooms and Phase 5 would add 3,000 additional square feet for administrative purposes.
Airport Commerce Center Phase 2 Subdivision Master Plan
The proposed Airport Commerce Center Phase 2 subdivision plat is located on the southwest corner of State Road 100
and Seminole Woods Parkway. The 31.82 +/- acres of land will be subdivided into 4 General Commercial (COM-2)
zoned lots. Development orders have been issued approving the subdivision design and layout and the construction plans
of the infrastructure supporting the subdivision. Portions of the land within the plat require additional processes such as
a land exchange with Flagler County for annexation and an easement relocation with DOT in order to consider the
subdivision for Final Plat approval.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT & ENGINEERING
The following is an update since last week for projects in the City from April 1, 2015 through April 8, 2015.
Projects in Survey, Permitting & Design Phase
Secs. 1 & 2 Stormwater Modeling –
Design by consultant
Palm Coast Parkway Six-Laning
Royal Palms Parkway Improvements
Holland Park
City Hall
15%
Singhofen & Associates to prepare the modeling for
$46,615.00. Consultant is now geo-referencing as-builts.
Projects Under Construction
Barrier wall construction and grading for widening on the
north side of the parkway continues. Irrigation work continues
along south side of Parkway. Additional Traffic signals were
activated and old strain pole signal removed. A 14" HDPE
69%
Directional Drill was installed at night due to necessary lane
closure on Old Kings Road. The 14" HDPE will replace the
12" water main on Old Kings Road that crosses Palm Coast
Parkway
Limerock base completed and ready for asphalt for the
roadway widening at Rymfire. Signalization pedestals have
75%
been mounted at Rymfire. Clearing and grading began at the
Rickenbacker turn lane addition.
10%
Excavation of the retention pond. Removal of the tree debris.
Installation of conduit for future sports field lighting continues.
32%
Insulation of inside face of exterior walls has begun. Materials
for wall framing and roof were delivered. Installation of
underground electrical conduit continues. Exterior surfaces of
tilt panels are being prepared to receive paint finish.
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Royal Palms Reclaim Water Main
Extension
Water Treatment Plant #3 Concentrate
20%
Work by Utility Operations Department continues.
New lighting is being installed in the Ozone Generator
Building. Injection pad motor thermal test is being performed.
99%
Sun Shields to protect panel equipment are being
manufactured. Cartridge filters have been tested and passed.
Development Projects
Park Place - Pine Grove
36%
The contractor has installed 95% of the Gravity Sewer System.
The installation of 6" water main continues at 65%.
Island Walk Shopping Center
70%
The 8" water main relocation behind the new Publix continues.
A 2" service and fire hydrant were installed. The grease
interceptors have been delivered on site.
New City Hall
Island Walk Publix Backflow Installation
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Pet of the Week
Animals ready for homes
The Flagler Humane Society is in need of donations for our “Angel Fund”. This
fund is for animals that come to FHS with injuries or illnesses that need to be
treated by a veterinarian. Just recently, a stray cat “Dex” came in with kidney
stones that had progressed to the point where the cat was showing outward
symptoms of the disease. The cat was rushed to an emergency veterinary clinic
but it was too late and the cat was unable to be saved. FHS still is responsible for
the over $500 bill that was incurred trying to save this cat’s life. This is just one
example of the animal’s that come to the shelter and are in need of help. For
these reasons, we encourage owner surrenders (and even stray surrenders that
have been in the finder’s custody for a few days) to provide us as much medical
background as they can. Even observations of any symptoms can help to save a
life.
Donation Opportunities: The Flagler Humane Society is collecting shoes again.
We welcome all shoes regardless of size, type, or condition. Cleaning out your
closet – don’t throw away all those old shoes – donate so that FHS can achieve
your projected goal. We were very successful in reaching our set goal last year
and we would like to exceed it this year! Additional drop off locations can be
found on the Flagler Humane Society website.
“Doghouse Donation Boxes” are found at all the fire stations in Flagler County.
You can drop off donations anytime at your nearest fire station. 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: Come and join us for the Turtle Fest in Flagler
Beach on this Saturday the 4th from 10 am – 4 pm. We will be set up (where the
Farmer’s Market usually is) with adoptable furry friends and stay as long as the
weather allows us to!
Save the date for the next Jacksonville Mega Adoption Event! Mark your
calendar for April 17th – 19th. We hope to see you there.
Don’t forget that FHS have volunteers and adoptable pets at the Farmer’s Market
in Flagler Beach every Friday and at PetSmart in Palm Coast every Saturday and
Sunday. Come and see Howard and his crew to adopt your next furry family
member! We are in need of more outreach volunteers so that we can attend more
events and get more animals seen. If you are interested, please contact Katie
DiPippo or Gary Langley at (386) 445-1814.
Adoption Specials: Check out the FHS Facebook and look for the Pet of the
Week! This adoptable pet will have a reduced adoption fee for the week. Don’t
miss out on adopting your next furry friend.
Upcoming Fundraisers/Events: The Flagler Humane Society will be hosting a
Family Pet Fair and Bark –K –Q on May 2nd from 11 am- 3 pm. There will be
adoptable pets on site, pet related vendors, and food, fun, and more. Come and
check out our Kid Zone that will have lots of stuff for the kids. Drop by the
kissing booth and get a smooch from one of the adoptables from FHS. See the
FHS website for more information or if you would like to be a vendor – email
kshare@flaglerhumanesociety.org.
GIBBS
Gibbs is an older gentleman that
would love a quiet home with no
other pets. He is approximately 6
years old and already neutered. He
is up to date on all his vaccinations
and microchipped. He is very sweet
and a favorite here at the humane
society. He goes to all the outreach
events and is a perfect gentleman.
His adoption fee has been sponsored.
Come and meet this velvety middle
sized hound mix today!
Adoption specialist:
Danielle Camic
dcamic@flaglerhumanesociety.org
(All adoptions and outreach)
Information on events to benefit our homeless
animals can be found on our website,
www.flaglerhumanesociety.org
Fire Department
To:
Jim Landon, City Manager
From
M. C. Beadle, Chief
Date:
April 9, 2015
Re:
Week in Review
In the past week, the department responded to 178 calls. There were two brush fires and one
vehicle fire. A total of 126 EMS calls was logged and the balance was miscellaneous in nature.
The drought index is at 287 out of a possible 800 and the fire danger is moderate.
Parks & Recreation
To:
Jim Landon, City Manager
From: Luanne Santangelo, Parks and Recreation Director
Date:
April 10, 2015
Re:
Week in Review
PAST WEEK HIGHLIGHTS:
Egg’Stravaganza – On Saturday, April 4, children ages 2 to 12 had the opportunity to
participate in the Annual Egg' Stravaganza Egg Hunt at Central Park in Town Center.
At least 2,000 of our family, friends and neighbors came out to enjoy the activities, music,
games, magic shows and of course egg hunts. The Easter Bunny arrived in style, courtesy of the
Palm Coast Fire Department, and greeted children and posed for pictures.
UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS:
Flagler College Spring Invitational Soccer Tournament – Men’s Soccer Tournament
hosted by Flagler College. Eight (8) teams from the following universities/colleges will be
visiting Palm Coast for the tournament this weekend: Old Dominion University, University of
Western Kentucky, University of Tennessee, University of Alabama, Flagler College, Florida
Atlantic University, Dalton State College, Georgia Gwinnett College. Games will be held at the
Indian Trails Sports Complex on Friday, April 10 at 6pm and 8pm; Saturday, April 11 beginning
at 11am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm; and Sunday, April 12 beginning at 10am and 1pm.
2015 US Youth Soccer Florida State Cup - U17 Girls
Girl’s State Cup Soccer Tournament hosted by PDA Florida.
Thirty-Two (32) teams from across the state will visit Palm Coast
to participate in this preliminary round of the Florida State Cup.
Games will be held on Saturday and Sunday, April 18-19 at the
Indian Trails Sports Complex.
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES:
♦Toddlers
Little Chefs - Bring your “Little Chef” to the Palm Coast Community Center on Tuesday,
April 14 to learn how to make a healthy, tasty snack. Cooking begins at 10am. Pre-registration
required.
Munchkin Sports – Begins on Wednesday, April 22 at Belle Terre Park located at 339
Parkview Drive. Toddlers, ages 3-5 years, will learn basic skills of soccer, baseball, golf,
football and basketball. Pre-registration and payment of $35 fee required.
Munchkin Soccer – Begins on Wednesday, April 22 at Belle Terre Park located at 339
Parkview Drive. This “Munchkin” activity will focus on the specific skills of soccer. Toddlers,
ages 3-5 years and their parents will enjoy of variety of games that assist in learning those basic
skills. Pre-registration and payment of $35 fee required.
3-2-1 Blast-Off! – Your toddler will read about space and enjoy a craft or project related to
the story. The first class will be held on Friday, April 24 at 11am. Pre-registration and
payment of $5 fee required.
♦Adults & Seniors
Game Day Social
This relaxed social atmosphere allows our participants to meet new friends while enjoying the
friendly competition of dominos, cards, or the game of their choice. Participants are encouraged
to bring their own games to share with others. Held every Thursday from 12:30-4pm at the Palm
Coast Community Center.
Lunch N’ Lecture Series - “Making Our Future Together,” with guest speaker Jim Landon,
City Manager for the City of Palm Coast . Mr. Landon will discuss the special projects we’re
working on including City Hall, Holland Park, Community Center, Long Creek, road projects
and new private development (residential and commercial). Join us on Wednesday, April 15 for
lunch and a lively discussion of the future developments of Palm Coast. Lunch begins at 11am
and is held at the Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Parkway, NE
AARP Driver Safety Program
The nation's first and largest classroom course for motorists ages 50 and older. This course
identifies ways that older drivers can compensate for the physical changes that occurs as they
age. The course provides research based information to help older drivers update their driving
knowledge and skills. To register for the next class held on Friday, April 17 contact AARP
Representative Mary Jane Harris 386-445-1476. The class is held from 9am-3:30p at the Palm
Coast Community Center. There is a fee to attend.
Women’s Self Defense Class – The next class will begin on Monday, April 20 from 6 pm8 pm at the Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Parkway, NE. Instruction provided
by Sergeant Lutz of the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office. Women will learn effective methods to
ward off an attacker. Appropriate for ages 12 years and up. Pre-registration is required; cost is
free.
Event Calendar for 4/10/2015 through 4/30/2015
4/10/2015 12:00 AM
Flagler College Spring Soccer Invitational
Indian Trails Sports Complex
4/10/2015 8:00 PM
Movies in the Park featuring "Big Hero 6"
Central Park in Town Center
4/11/2015 9:00 AM
3rd Annual Garden Expo & Plant Sale
Trinity Presbyterian Church
4/11/2015 10:00 AM
Junior Golf Clinic
Palm Harbor Golf Club
4/11/2015 3:00 PM
Gamble Jam Session
Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreational Area at Flagler Beach
4/13/2015 2:00 PM
2015 Opening of the Frieda Zamba Swimming Pool
Frieda Zamba Pool
4/16/2015 8:45 AM
Advance Care Planning: Ask the Experts Panel Discussion/National
Healthcare Decisions Day
Hilton Garden Inn
4/17/2015 7:30 PM
Flagler Auditorium Presents American English
Flagler Auditorium
Event Calendar for 4/10/2015 through 4/30/2015
4/18/2015 12:00 AM
State Cup Soccer Tournament
Indian Trails Sports Complex
4/18/2015 9:30 AM
Leaf it to Me
Palm Coast Linear Park
4/18/2015 10:00 AM
Junior Golf Clinic
Palm Harbor Golf Club
4/18/2015 6:00 PM
Flagler Sheriff's Pal 'Deputy Dash 5K & Block Party'
European Village
4/18/2015 6:30 PM
Flagler Sheriff's PAL "Hot Pursuit 5K & Block Party"
European Village
4/19/2015 6:30 PM
8th Annual Picnic & Pops
Central Park in Town Center
4/20/2015 6:00 PM
Women's Self Defense
Palm Coast Community Center
4/22/2015 9:00 AM
Coastal Strand Trail Hike
North Peninsula State Park - Smith Creek Landing
Event Calendar for 4/10/2015 through 4/30/2015
4/22/2015 6:00 PM
Getting Started with QuickBooks
City Offices
4/22/2015 6:00 PM
Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) Wednesday night fun run /
walk
Wadsworth Park
4/22/2015 6:00 PM
Getting Started with QuickBooks Seminar
City Offices
4/24/2015 5:00 PM
New Faces Night
Palm Coast Tennis Center
4/25/2015 9:00 AM
Annual Bike Rodeo
Flagler Sheriff's PAL Office
4/25/2015 10:00 AM
Junior Golf Clinic
Palm Harbor Golf Club
4/25/2015 3:00 PM
Gamble Jam Session
Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreational Area at Flagler Beach
4/28/2015 9:00 AM
Exploratory Morning Beach Hike
Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreational Area at Flagler Beach
Event Calendar for 4/10/2015 through 4/30/2015
4/29/2015 6:00 PM
Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) Wednesday night fun run /
walk
Wadsworth Park
Memor an dum
To:
Jim Landon, City Manager
From: Richard Adams, Utility Director
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Date:
April 9, 2015
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Week in Review
The average water demand for the week was 7.405 million gallons per day; the average wastewater
flow was 5.909 million gallons per day.
This week 198 utility customers were shut off for non-payment.
Crews installed 5 new domestic water meters, 1 new pep tank, and replaced 2 existing tanks.
There were a total of 26 calls after hours.
This week on the Royal Palms Parkway Reuse Water Project sod was stripped, 3 stacks of pipe were
staged and 500 feet of new pipe was laid.
Completed smoke testing 41,013 feet of gravity sewer mains in the Conservatory and parts of Section
9 (F Section). Replaced 40 clean out caps in Section 9 and 30 clean out caps in the Conservatory.
Inflow and Infiltration crew inspected via CCTV 3,109 feet of gravity sewer and inspected 5 manholes.
Water Distribution crews replaced (retrofits) 4 water service lines and tested and repaired 90 backflow
preventers.
At the City’s Eggstravanganza event, Customer Service staffed a booth to promote “Water
Conservation Month” and promote the National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation. We also
used the opportunity to promote paperless billing options that are available through our billing
system. In addition, we presented the National Mayors Challenge to the Hammock Conservation
Coalition at their Monthly meeting where we handed out flyers, press releases and business cards.
Started rehab of the Westgrill pump station which will include replacing the control panel. Completed
open cut in the road and installation of 3 new electrical conduit lines for pump and control float cables.
Approved the final printer’s proof of the 2014 Annual Water Quality Report for printing and
distribution to High Cotton to insert in with the May bills.
Received notification from FWEA that we won 2nd place for safety program for Class B Facilities in
the state (see attached).
NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast
Contact: Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager
386-986-3708; cell 386-214-4729
April 8, 2015
Annual Family Bike Rodeo teaches safety on wheels – April 25
Palm Coast – Attend Palm Coast’s Annual Family Bike Rodeo on Saturday, April 25, from 9
a.m. to 1 p.m., and your children will practice a wide variety of skills related to bike safety. It is
free to participate.
The City of Palm Coast’s Parks & Recreation Department, in partnership with the Flagler
Sheriff’s PAL, the Frank Celico Foundation and the Bicycle Doctor, will offer the following fun
free activities:
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Bicycle safety course
Bicycle clinics
Bike registrations
Safety checks
Skills obstacle course
Helmet raffle/give-away
The event will be held at the Flagler Sheriff’s PAL office, 5400 E. State Road 100. Please bring
your bicycle and bike helmet!
For more information, contact Palm Coast Parks & Recreation at 386-986-2323.
NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast
Contact: Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager
386-986-3708; cell 386-214-4729
April 9, 2015
Palm Coast Tennis Center welcomes new players at event April 24
Palm Coast – If you’d like to improve your tennis skills or become a new member at the
Palm Coast Tennis Center, the Tennis Center would like to invite you to attend a free
special event on Friday, April 24.
New Faces Night will provide open play and a free clinic with Head Tennis Professional
Eric Dubin, as well as the perfect chance to meet and enjoy court time with other
players. This fun and social event will give players who are not currently pass-holders or
active at the Tennis Center an opportunity to check out Palm Coast’s award-winning
tennis facility.
Refreshments will be served, and the event will extend from 5 to 8 p.m. on the clay
courts at the Palm Coast Tennis Center, 1290 Belle Terre Pkwy. For more information,
please call 386-986-2550.
NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast
Contact: Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager
386-986-3708; cell 386-214-4729
April 7, 2015
Palm Coast offers 2 sports programs for Little Munchkins
Palm Coast – Are your little munchkins showing an interest in sports? The City of Palm Coast
Parks & Recreation Department is offering two programs for preschoolers and their parents that
are designed to introduce young children to sports, give them a love for active recreation, and
help them develop motor skills.
Both programs, Munchkin Sports and Munchkin Soccer, start Wednesday, April 22, and
registration is now open at www.palmcoastgov.com/register. Both programs will be offered at
Belle Terre Park, 339 Parkview Drive, Palm Coast.
Munchkin Sports
Munchkin Sports will be offered on Wednesday evenings 5:30-6:30 p.m. from April 22 through
May 27. Children ages 2-5 will learn the basic motor skills necessary to play organized sports
such as soccer, baseball, golf, football and tennis. The six-week program is set up for parents to
assist during lessons to enjoy quality family time. The cost is $35. Pre-registration is required by
5 p.m. April 15 at www.palmcoastgov.com/register.
Munchkin Soccer
Munchkin Soccer will be Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m. from April 22 through May 27. The soccer
program is for children ages 3-5. The six-week program is set up for parents to assist children
with soccer skill lessons and enjoy quality time together. The cost is $35. Pre-registration is
required by 6 p.m. April 15 at www.palmcoastgov.com/register.
For more information on either program, contact Parks & Recreation at 386-986-2323.
NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast
Contact: Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager
386-986-3708; cell 386-214-4729
April 8, 2015
Palm Coast Arbor Day offers 5K Root Run/Walk and Free Fun Run on May 2
Palm Coast – Take a walk or run while enjoying the great outdoors at the City of Palm Coast’s
Arbor Day 5K Root Run/Walk and Free Fun Run for children – part of the annual Arbor Day
celebration on Saturday, May 2. This race will close out the 2014-2015 season in the Palm
Coast Running Series.
It’s time now to register! The Arbor Day 5K Root Run/Walk will begin at 8 a.m., followed by the
Free Fun Run at 9 a.m. The run/walks will start and finish on Lake Avenue in Central Park at
Town Center, 975 Central Ave., Palm Coast. Awards will be given out at Central Park Main
Stage after the race.
Register for the 5K Root Run/Walk at www.palmcoastgov.com/ArborDay. (Pre-registration is not
required for the children’s Fun Run.) Participants of the 5K Root Run/Walk are guaranteed a
race T-shirt and goody bag if they register by April 24. Entry fees and pre-registration deadlines
are as follows:
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$25 Online registration closes at 5 p.m. April 30 at www.palmcoastgov.com/ArborDay.
$25 Mail-in registration closes April 24 (see details below)
$25 In-person registration closes May 1. Register in-person 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays at
the Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Parkway, NE. Checks, money
orders, cash and credit cards accepted.
$30 Race day entry fee – cash or checks only – at Central Park (along Lake Avenue).
Veterans with military ID receive free entry
Mail-in registration is available through April 24. Mail registration form available online with
check or money order (made out to City of Palm Coast) to: City of Palm Coast, c/o Arbor Day
Race Pre-registration, Attn: Carol Mini, 160 Cypress Point Parkway Suite B106, Palm Coast, FL
32164.
Packet Pick Up will be held at the Community Center from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 1, or at 7 a.m.
on race day at Central Park (on Lake Avenue).
Prizes will be awarded to the overall male and female runners, as well as the top three men and
women in 15 age groups. The race will be chip-timed. Children participating in the Fun Run will
receive a ribbon. A ceremony honoring the overall winners for the Palm Coast Running Series
will immediately follow the 5K Root Run awards.
After the races, enjoy the free Arbor Day celebration from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Central Park.
Bring canned food or pet food items and exchange them for a three-gallon native hardwood tree
(while supplies last). Feed a Mouth, Get a Tree, Grow a Community is the theme. The event will
also feature a butterfly tent, zoo exhibits, green vendors, a fire prevention activity, entertainment
and kite flying/building. The popular Native Butterfly release is set for 11 a.m.
The best way to get to Central Park for Arbor Day is by taking Central Avenue off Belle Terre
Parkway. Access to Central Park from Central Avenue off Town Center Boulevard (off State
Road 100) will be unavailable from approximately 7:30 to 10 a.m. Saturday because of the race.
Race participants should park in designated areas around Central Park. After the run/walk, at
approximately 10 a.m., Central Park can also be accessed from Central Avenue off Town
Center Boulevard (off SR100).
Palm Coast’s Arbor Day 2015 is sponsored by the Palm Coast Observer, Florida Hospital
Flagler and Home Depot.
Complete details are available at www.palmcoastgov.com/ArborDay. For more information,
contact City of Palm Coast Urban Forester Carol Mini at 386-986-3722.
NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast
Contact: Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager
386-986-3708; cell 386-214-4729
April 7, 2015
Palm Coast’s Frieda Zamba Swimming Pool to open for season on April 13
Palm Coast – It’s time to take a swim! The City of Palm Coast’s Frieda Zamba Swimming Pool
will open for the 2015 season on Monday, April 13, from 2 to 7:30 p.m.
Hours through April will be 2-7:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; hours and days of operation will
expand later in the spring. The pool is heated, so everyone can splash around, even on days
when the weather is still a bit chilly. There are four pavilions on the pool deck available for
reservation, and the entire facility can be rented for after-hours events.
Whether it’s lessons, exercise, open swim with friends or fun special events, families will love
spending time at the pool! Watch for theme days, aquatic lessons, admission specials and the
Dive-In Movie program. Mark your calendars now for four big events at the pool in May:
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Itsy Bitsy Pool Party – Wednesday, May 6, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Parents and their little ones
(ages 2-5) will have fun playing together at the pool, practicing swimming, playing
games, learning water safety. $5. Must pre-register by 2 p.m. May 5:
www.palmcoastgov.com/register.
Frieda Zamba Pool Makeover Celebration – Saturday, May 23, 1-4 p.m. The pool will
proudly show off its brand new look on this fun family day. Half-price admission: Adults
$2; youth/seniors $1.50.
Tribute to the Troops – Monday, May 25, noon-6 p.m. Spend the day honoring the
troops at the pool! Free admission to the pool for current and retired military with military
ID.
Pool Safety Day – Sunday, May 31, 1-4 p.m. Want to learning more about swimming
pool safety? Youths and adults can practice basic first aid, play safety games and
participate in a mini-swim lesson at the pool. Admission: $1 youths; $2 adults.
The Frieda Zamba Pool is located at 339 Parkview Drive, adjacent to Belle Terre Park and the
Buddy Taylor/Wadsworth School campus. Daily admission is $4 adults; $3 for seniors and
youth; and free for children under 2 (half price after 5:30 p.m.). Season memberships are also
available. The phone number for the pool is 386-986-4741.
The City pool is named for local surfing legend Frieda Zamba, a four-time world surfing
champion from Flagler Beach. Zamba won three straight titles from 1984-1986, then again in
1988, and is regarded by many as the greatest woman surfer of all time.
For more information about the pool, call the Parks & Recreation Department at 386-986-2323.
NEWS RELEASE – City of Palm Coast
Contact: Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager
386-986-3708; cell 386-214-4729
April 10, 2015
Palm Coast bird-watching to be featured on Birding Adventures TV show
Palm Coast – Palm Coast’s amazing opportunities for bird-watching will be showcased Friday,
April 17, in an episode of Nikon’s Birding Adventures TV, which airs on Discovery’s Destination
America channel.
The episode about Palm Coast’s Birds of a Feather Fest will air at 7:30 a.m. April 17.
Destination America is Channel 162 or HD 1264 on Bright House Networks.
The inaugural Birds of a Feather Fest was held in February, and a crew from Birding
Adventures filmed birds including a nesting Great Horned Owl, Wood Ducks, Warblers, nesting
Bald Eagles, several woodpeckers and Painted Buntings across Flagler County. The footage
showcases the community’s natural beauty, with some of the stunning shots coming from a
drone – literally giving a birds-eye view and an up-close look at the eagle’s nest at Princess
Place.
The opening of the half-hour show was shot at Waterfront Park. Major segments also featured
mountain biking and birding at Malacompra Park, and bird-watching at Princess Place Preserve,
Haw Creek Preserve, Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area and in a natural area
adjacent to Matanzas High School.
Nikon's Birding Adventures TV focuses on destination and adventure bird-watching. Hosted by
James Currie, the show explores the best exotic birding destinations on the planet and the most
unusual, rare and highly sought-after bird species. The program has a strong conservation
emphasis and highlights the importance and urgency of preserving birdlife around the world.
The episode showcasing Palm Coast’s Birds of a Feather Fest will air twice on the channel, and
eventually will be available on Birding Adventures TV’s YouTube channel.
“Birding Adventures has a huge following among birders around the world, and we are excited
Palm Coast is among the top birding destinations featured on the program,” said City of Palm
Coast Digital Communications Coordinator Jason Giraulo, who founded the Birds of a Feather
Fest. “We hope viewers will see the show and then make plans to attend the second annual
Birds of a Feather Fest, which will be held February 5-7, 2016.”
For more information, call Giraulo at 386-986-2484.