PAGE 1 City of Ormond Beach City Commission Members Mayor Ed Kelley Zone 1 James Stowers Zone 2 Troy Kent Zone 3 Rick Boehm Zone 4 Bill Partington City Attorney Randy Hayes City Manager Joyce Shanahan 22 S. Beach St. Ormond Beach, FL 32174 Ph: 386-676-3200 Fax: 386-676-3384 Email: shanahan@ormondbeach.org www.ormondbeach.org Inside this Issue Fitness & Fun 2 Indian Cultural Society 3 Barbra Streisand 4 Effluent Reclaimed Water 5 Youth Volleyball 6 Fire Hydrants 7 Workshop Cancelled 7 PW in ACTION 8 Movies on the Halifax Artists & Crafters Wanted 11 12 Pet Shot Clinic 13 The Casements hosted the final Echo Ranger program for this year on Saturday with an honored guest and special treat just in time for Presidents Day. Six youngsters from across Volusia County traveled to The Casements as part of their program to visit historical and cultural places throughout the county. Their visit on Saturday was all about Presidents Day. After being asked why they would have the following Monday off from school, the children began to realize the significance of the day. Did you know that if Abraham Lincoln were alive today, his birthday on February 12th would have made him 202 years old? And, our first president, George Washington would have celebrated his 279th birthday on February 22nd. The children enjoyed listening to Lew Welge, who dressed as Abraham Lincoln and shared stories and fun facts about the 16th President of the United States. As a special treat, the children made cherry tarts topped with cut out stars as the presidential treat for the day. As the tarts baked, the FEBRUARY 25, 2011 A Presidential Treat children learned interesting facts about our country and the great individuals that were here before us. We are looking forward to planning a new season for the Echo Rangers and will be working with our friends from The Ormond Beach Historical Society and Ormond Memorial Art Museum to plan next year s visits.
PAGE 2 Gymnastics Center News This week at the Gymnastics Center, the Police Department utilized the padded gym floor to run police officer self defense training. Three officers participated in the exercise. The Gymnastics Center will continue to partner with the Police Department to schedule ongoing tactical training at the facility. The current gymnastics and cheer classes are going smoothly and on schedule as we approach the middle of the two-month session. The Leisure Services Department is always looking for new ways to bring students into the sport of gymnastics and cheerleading. We are pleased to see an increasing number of boys participating in the gymnastics program. The Ormond Flames cheer team is currently preparing to enter their first competition next month in Jacksonville. The coaching staff is working diligently with the girls to sharpen their skills for this exciting upcoming event! The Leisure Services Registration office may be contacted for further information at 386-676-3250. Fitness & Fun at Nova Community Park Nova Community Park is a destination location for community residents to enjoy recreational and fitness activities. Tennis courts, racquetball courts, the Magic Forest playground, the pavilions, the fitness trail, ball fields, batting cages and the skate park attract people of all ages seven days a week. The park provides a wonderful opportunity to be outdoors and enjoy an optimum quality of life. The Department of Leisure Services strives to promote healthy lifestyles by providing a wide variety of activities designed to make fitness fun!
PAGE 3 Presidential Guests at The Casements The Casements Guild members had a special program this week for Presidents Day. Local historians and re-enactors presented a program with John and Abigail Adams. John Adams was the second president, taking office in 1797. He was a conservative Federalist and one of the most influential of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Adams came to prominence in the early stages of the American Revolution. He was a delegate from Massachusetts to the Continental Congress and played a leading role in persuading Congress to declare independence. He assisted Thomas Jefferson in drafting the United States Declaration of Independence in 1776. Abigail Adams was John s wife and the mother of John Quincy Adams who later became the sixth President of the United States. She was the first to have the title of Second Lady of the United States and First Lady of the United States. She is remembered most for the letters she wrote to her husband while he stayed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during the Continental Congresses. John frequently sought her advice on many matters and their letters are filled with intellectual discussion on government and politics. The program this week was the second of three programs given by this couple. They were enjoyed by the Guild and several other local residents who filled the gallery and atrium for the one hour presentation. Indian Cultural Society Brings Drama The Indian Cultural Society of Daytona presented a drama at the Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center on Monday February 21 st. Mike Patel, the President of the Indian Cultural Society of Daytona, brought in a professional theatre troupe from Mumbai, India, to perform. The drama depicted a humorous look at daily family life in India. The comic talent of the actors was greeted to the warm reception of nearly continuous laughter from the audience.
PAGE 4 Then & Now...A Tribute to Barbra Streisand From the hair down to the trademark nails, Carla DelVillaggio has the look and sound of the Greatest Star, the incomparable Barbra Streisand. This multiple award-winning tribute artist successfully recreates the excitement and elegance that is the standard for any Barbra Streisand concert. This exciting artist will be appearing on Saturday, March 5, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. at the Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center with her live eight-piece band. Ms. DelVillaggio s uncanny resemblance to Vintage 1960 s Barbra, as well as her skill in portraying Ms. Streisand as we know her now, has given her the ability to create a show that is completely unique in the tribute artist industry. Entitled, Then and Now...a Tribute to the Artistry of Barbra Streisand, this show in two acts encompasses songs spanning the five decade career of the one and only Funny Girl herself. You will be transported back in time as you hear favorites including Don t Rain on My Parade, People, and Second Hand Rose as well as other timeless classics like Evergreen, The Way We Were and Papa, Can You Hear Me? From Las Vegas to Miami, audiences across the country are talking about this exciting show, and are constantly amazed at her ability to become Barbra right before their eyes. Ms. DelVillaggio can deliver the high energy vocals of Streisand s most powerful show-stoppers, as well as the beautiful ballads that are so closely identified with this greatest of all singing actresses. She s simply spectacular, simply stunning, and she s Simply Streisand! Tickets are $20 each. For information and tickets, please contact the Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center Box Office at 386-676-3375. The box office is open Tuesday through Friday from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., and two hours prior to all performances. Movies on the Halifax On Friday, March 4, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., the City s Leisure Services Department and The Casements Guild will present Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs in Rockefeller Gardens. You can make it dinner and a movie! At 6:00 p.m., a spaghetti dinner (spaghetti with meatballs and a breadstick) will be served for only $3.00. Reservations are requested, so please call 386-676-3216 to make your reservations now. Other refreshments will also be available for purchase. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and come out and enjoy dinner and a movie with your friends and family! Moving Rating: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs is a PG rated movie and parents are urged to use parental guidance as the motion picture may contain some material parents might not like for their younger children to view.
PAGE 5 SONC is Busy! Another busy week was enjoyed this week at the South Ormond Neighborhood Center (SONC). Youth basketball play-off games went down to the wire with a great amount of excitement. The season ended with teams receiving well deserved trophies. This has been one of the most well balanced leagues that we have had in years. All three divisions at SONC have been great! With this week s beautiful weather, the outdoor activity in the park has begun to pick up already, and there are still a few weeks to go before spring! A variety of activities have taken place in the park this week ranging from a Lacrosse Clinic to picnics and playground fun. What a nice week to be out and about at the Center. Effluent Reclaimed Water Possible Service Disruptions Beginning today, effluent reclaimed water customers in the City of Ormond Beach may experience intermittent service disruptions. Service disruptions are anticipated while the City completes necessary repairs to the chlorine contact and effluent equalization tank facilities associated with the on-going Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion Project. Upon depletion of the current reuse storage supply, service will be interrupted until such time that repairs are accomplished and appropriate materials curing time has occurred. Repairs are currently nearing completion and we anticipate reuse production and storage will be available and returned to normal operational status on Monday evening February 28. We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause. Thank you in advance for your cooperation in this matter. If you have any questions, please contact the City s Utilities Division at (386) 676-3230.
PAGE 6 NLC Prescription Card In June 2010, the City of Ormond Beach launched a program to help provide residents with some relief from the high cost of prescription drugs. Since that time, over 600 residents have saved over $24,000, or an average of approximately 25% on prescription medications. In January, the program had saved residents over $5 million nationwide. Cards can be printed from the Internet at www.caremark.com/nlc and are available at City offices and facilities at no cost to residents. Residents can visit www.caremark.com/nlc to access program tools or call tollfree 1-888-620-1749 for assistance with the program. The discount cards may be used by all residents and has no restrictions based on the resident s age, income level, or existing health coverage. The NLC card can be used when purchasing prescription drugs at approximately ten (10) pharmacies around the city, as well as at more than 60,000 participating retail pharmacies across the country. The discount card program is administered by CVS Caremark. About The National League of Cities The National League of Cities (NLC) is the nation s oldest and largest organization devoted to strengthening and promoting cities as centers of opportunity, leadership and governance. NLC is a resource and advocate for 19,000 cities, towns and villages, representing more than 218 million Americans. To learn more about NLC, go to www.nlc.org. Youth Volleyball League The City of Ormond Beach Leisure Services Department is currently registering girls and boys ages 9-16 (age as of September 1, 2011), for its Spring Youth Volleyball League. Fees are $40 for City of Ormond Beach residents (proof of residency required) and $60 for nonresidents. Registration will take place at the Registration Office, 399 N. U.S. 1. Office hours: Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Practices, training, and games will be held nightly on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at the Nova Community Center Gymnasium. The season will continue until May 4th. If you have any questions, please contact Gerry Pitchford, Athletic Supervisor, at 676-3280, or by email at pitchford@ormondbeach.org. For registration information, please call 676-3250.
PAGE 7 NOTICE March 1, 2011 Pension Review Workshop has been CANCELLED Fire Hydrant Inspection/ Flow Tests City firefighters will be conducting water flow testing and mechanical inspection of the City s 1,600 fire hydrants beginning in March. These activities are performed annually to assess the condition and flow capabilities of the City s fire hydrants and associated water distribution system. The hydrant flow testing is scheduled to be performed primarily between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, beginning on March 1, 2011, and is expected to be completed by June 1, 2011. The testing procedure requires firefighters to open hydrant valves and allow water to flow from the hydrant for a few minutes to obtain proper flow readings. According to the Florida Fire Prevention Code: Hydrants shall be clear from growth, vegetation, trash, fences, vehicles or storage of other materials that would obstruct a fire hydrant and hinder or prevent its immediate use by the fire department. This activity may cause tap water in nearby homes and facilities to become temporarily cloudy. In such cases, it is suggested that affected customers let their tap water run for a few minutes until the water appears clear. Should a cloudy water condition continue to persist, the customer is requested to contact the City of Ormond Beach Public Works Department Utilities Division at (386) 676-3220. Weekly Police Stats Calls for Service - 1,190 Arrests 16 Citations Issued - 185 Reports Written - 116 Traffic Stops - 181 Weekly Fire Operations Stats 121 INCIDENTS 73 - EMS 11 - Motor Vehicle Accidents 6 - Fires 3 - Fire Alarms 26 - Public Assists 2 - Hazardous
PAGE 8 Public Works in ACTION (continued) The moon isn t the only thing out at night, concrete crew pours library s sidewalk......and then a concrete picnic table and trash can pad at Riviera Park Equipment crews assist ballfield maintenance with turficide spreading
PAGE 9 Public Works in ACTION Safety first for the Sign Shop as they install stop bars on Oleeta and Seminole Ave. Urban Forestry removes dead tree on Mayfield Terrace Maintenance crews remove railroad ties on S. Forty Trail in preparation for concrete curb installation
PAGE 10 Public Works in ACTION Concrete crew removes 70 of broken sidewalk on Tomoka Ave. Walk with the Manager, Riverside Drive concern resolved shoulder repair Stormwater crews replace stormdrain pipe at Loyola and Jamestown
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PAGE 13 Low Cost Pet Shot Clinic To Benefit Concerned Citizens for Animal Welfare February 27, 2011 9 am 12 pm Ormond Beach Police Department 170 West Granada Blvd. Ormond Beach, FL Rabies shots $10.00 Distemper $10.00 Dog & Cat combo shots $10.00 Flea Medication Available Dry cat food donations will also be accepted For Information call 386-676-3262 or 386-318-8105