The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
PAGE 11 - June 17, 2009
Yankeetown Mayor s Report
Editorial - Opinion - Commentary
A Guest Commentary by Dawn Clary
Letter To Inglis Residents:
Legal Front - In our never ending struggle to resolve, or address, Izaak Walton Investors
Re: Inglis Disaster Plan from Mayor Bill Lake
challenge to the Department of Community affairs intent to find our Comprehensive Plan
amendment IN COMPLIANCE, our attorney has now arranged for the administrative hear-
Hurricane season is here, and we must be prepared with a Disaster Plan. The Town
ing to be held at the Inglis Community Center. This is good because the community will
of Inglis is in the process of preparing a new set of plans for hurricane preparedness, to
have a chance to witness the proceedings without the undue burden of having to travel far.
guarantee the safety of our residents. I would like to review these plans with you.
Dates have also been set, August 10-14th.
Anyone who needs special assistance during a crisis period, please call Inglis Town
The Future - I had the pleasure of accompanying County Commissioner Ms. Marsha
Hall, at (352) 447-2203, as soon as possible, and give your name, address, and phone num-
Drew on an information gathering trip to the University of Florida’s Center for Renewable
ber, so we may make preparations for assisting you to evacuate, if the need arises.
Chemicals and Fuels. They have a gorgeous lab there where they are conducting an experi-
The “40 mph Wind Rule,” basically means: If you do not evacuate, you cannot be
mental program attempting to refine the process for converting different types of vegetation,
assured of assistance by emergency medical services (EMS) or the fire and police depart-
grass, trees etc, into fuels. Essentially they use different enzymes to breakdown various
ments after that 40 mph wind threshold has been reached.
types of plants and then they distill them into useable fuels which can power machines.
We are presently printing re-entry stickers for Inglis residents, which should be
Most everyone is familiar with the use of converting corn to ethanol which has been used
available in approximately one week. We will put a notice on the Inglis Town Hall Bulletin
to power cars however this had the nasty side effect of depleting an important food source.
Board when they are available. To get one, please bring these items with you to Inglis Town
UF is working on using food by-products, waste or non food plants for conversion to fuel in
Hall: your driver’s license, your vehicle registration, and a phone number where you can be
an economical way. Ms. Drew is exploring new technologies as possible suggestions for
contacted. The contact phone number will be put into a data base and used to automatically
business alternatives and opportunities for Levy County.
advise our citizens, by phone, in the event that a mandatory evacuation is necessary, or for
What’s Happening - Speaking of Commissioner Drew, she has started her own website.
any other emergency.
It is very user friendly and gives a wealth of information about everything from the county
A portion of the Inglis Community Center, which is located behind Inglis Town
comprehensive plan to community events in the county. It has a calendar of county meet-
Hall (135 Highway 40 West, Inglis), has been set aside to be used as a Command Post, out-
ings. There is also a “news” section that has relevant legislative and other information.
fitted with all necessary equipment to monitor the hurricane and keep Emergency Manage-
Check it out at www.marshadrew.com.
ment, in Bronson, aware of Inglis’ needs.
THE BUDGET - The budget process is starting for both Yankeetown and Levy County.
The Inglis Community Center will be equipped with a generator, and will be used
While the budget process may seem tedious and boring, I strongly recommend that you get
as a staging area to move individuals to a shelter in Bronson, or another suitable shelter. The
involved if you have thoughts on how your money is spent. Councilman Norm Shannahan
Inglis Fire Department building, next to Inglis Town Hall, will have an emergency supply
is just now beginning to plan our next year’s budget workshops and meetings. Watch for the
of water available after the crisis.
meeting postings and if you have opinions, communicate with your favorite council person
You should make sure that you have an Emergency Supply Kit on hand, in your
or attend a meeting. You can also get an informational copy of the county budget from
home, that includes a 3-day supply of food and water, in the event of a declared emergency.
www.marshadrew.com
This will be needed after you return to your home.
Rumor Control - Apparently there is a rumor going around that our Zoning Official
During and/or after a disaster or crisis, a curfew will be established, and the Inglis
Chris Fineout has quit. It is always a great mystery as to how stuff like this gets started.
Police Department will enforce this curfew with no exceptions.
Mr. Fineout has been attending a seminar in Orlando this week on Floodplain Management,
The Town of Inglis will do all, within our power, to assure the safety of our citi-
for which he earned a scholarship, but has indicated no intention to leave his position with
zens and, God willing, these steps will not be necessary. But rest assured, the Inglis Town
Yankeetown.
Employees and the Inglis Police, Fire and Maintenance Departments are here to assist you,
Remember Dad - Sunday is Father’s Day, a day to celebrate fatherhood and male parent-
in any possible way, to ensure your safety.
ing and to honor fathers and forefathers. It was made a federal holiday by President Johnson
Yankeetown School Teen Driver
in 1966. Sunday is also the Summer Solstice, summer begins. Good Night and Good Luck,
Dawn Marie Clary, Mayor of Yankeetown
Improvement Program Set to Start
ew! email news to: news@thenewscaster.com
The Levy County Sheriff’s Office, Community Relations Division, is offering a no
N
cost, Teen Driver Improvement Program to all Levy County students who have a current
Operators License or Learners Permit or who are about to get their Learners Permit. In 2005,
Levy County ranked second in the state in the number of teen involved crashes for counties
having a population of 0-50,000. This is an appalling statistic! The goal of this program is
to educate the teen drivers of Levy County of the dangers of aggressive driving, distracted
driving, impaired driving, and to reinforce the benefits of seatbelt use. These four issues
Restaurant
have been found to be major causes of teen involved crashes, injuries and fatalities. This
program is free of cost and is 4 hours in duration. Yankeetown School classes will be held
June 29, July 7, and August 6. All classes begin at 9 a.m. For more information please con-
The Best Mexican Cuisine South of the Border!
tact Lt. Sean Mullins or Sgt. Max Long at 352-486-5111 ext 278.
Crystal Terrace Shopping Center • N.E. of Big Lots & Post Office
Computer Course Offered at CFCC
445 N.E. 1st Terrace • Crystal River, Florida
The Central Florida Community College Levy Center in Chiefland has received
HOURS:
the new July-December 2009 Continuing Education schedules. Please stop by the center at
Monday-Thursday
114 Rodgers Blvd. Chiefland. to pick up your free copy. Schedules are also available at the
11 am - 2 pm & 5 - 9 pm
libraries in Levy County. The following classes begin in July:
Friday
11 am - 2 pm & 5 - 10 pm
Computer Fundamentals I is a course for those with little or no experience with
Yes,
Saturday
r
personal computers. Students will learn how to use the mouse and keyboard, how to create,
e
Dinn
W
Beer  e Have
Noon - 10 pm
save and modify documents, and how to work with files. The six-week course will meet
h&
&W
unc erved
Sunday
from 6:15 to 8:15 p.m. on Mondays beginning July 13. The course fee of $76 includes the
L
ine!
S
Noon - 9 pm
textbook. Students may register in person at the Levy Center, by telephone at 352-493-9533
Dine-In or Take-Out - Call 352-795-5251
using a major credit card.
Inglis
Shannon Adams,Realtor
The Newscaster by Mail
NAPA Auto &
Office 352-794-0888
Yes! I want to receive The Newscaster by mail. A one year
Truck Parts
Toll-Free 1-888-664-1951
subscription is $18.25 in Florida and $21.25 out of State.Mail
Cell 352-220-9209 -Home 352-564-
your check or credit card # with this form.
Fax: 352-447-6099
Hours:
Name_________________Add________________
(352) 447-6000
730 N. Suncoast Blvd., Crystal River
Mon-Friday
__
FAX: 352-795-0282
7:30-5:30
WEBSITE: www.ExitRealtyLeaders.com
Saturday
City_______________St.___Zip_____Date______
Hydraulic Hoses Our Specialty
E-MAIL: Kingdomrealty@yahoo.com
8-12
Newscaster Publishing
___
Hydraulic Hoses up to 2"- 6 Wire
See page 2
Each Office is Independently Owned & Operated