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Editorial
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Thursday, January 23, 2014

Hello. I wanted to share some ideas. America, we have an egotistical, delusional president. He has convinced himself that he is disliked by many Americans because he is black. In a lengthy interview the president tells, "Theres no doubt that theres some folks who just really dislike me because they dont like the idea of a black president. Now, the flip side of it is there are some black folks and maybe some white folks who really like me and give me the benefit of the doubt precisely because Im a black president." President Obamas approval rating has fallen badly in the national polls. His ratings are historically low. The second lowest in modern history at this point of a presidency. Lower than Bush. Lower than everyone but Richard Nixon. He was disgraced by peers. Here come the excuses. Obama desperately wants to believe its all because hes black. Because if he didnt have that excuse, it would have to be based on his performance. When Obama blames "some folks" for not liking him because he's black, he refers to conservatives and white Americans. Im an unapologetic member of both groups. Its an interesting excuse.let me rant for a bit. Do you agree or not? If we disliked him for the color of his skin, that would excuse his failed performance as president. How convenient. That would excuse everything hes done to damage or destroy American exceptionalism, capitalism, and the U.S. economy. If this was about race, it would excuse his dismantling of the economy. It would excuse the 92 million workingage Americans not in the workforce. It would excuse all-time record lows for workforce participation. It would excuse tens of thousands, and in some cases, hundreds of thousands of Americans dropping out of the workforce every month. It would excuse the fact that only crummy, crappy, low-wage part-time jobs are being created because of Obamas policies. If this was about race, it would excuse Obama taking the formerly greatest health care system in the world and plunging it into crisis and confusion. It would distract us from seeing his failed ObamaCare web site that cost hundreds of millions of dollars. Or his blatant lies about keeping our health insurance if we like it. Or his lies about the middle class not being taxed to pay for 30 million new patients. Or his lies about the quality of care remaining the same, even though weve added 30 million new patients, with no new doctors. Or his lies about prices going down, while our rates are going through the roof, and his own IRS predicts health insurance will cost the average family a staggering $20,000 per year by 2016. If this was about race, it would excuse his lies about wanting to create jobs for middle class Americans while hes made conscious decisions to hire foreign companies (who rely on cheap foreign labor) to build and fix the defective ObamaCare website. If this was about race, it would excuse his never ending spending and debt. Or the damage hes done to middle class Americans -- the doubling of gas prices, the all-time record highs for electricity, the jobs hes destroyed by not approving oil drilling, or fracking, or the Keystone Pipeline. Or using the EPA to try to put coal industry completely out of business, why? We were a leader of coal production for many years. It would excuse his using the power of the IRS to persecute Tea Party groups and conservative critics (like me), while allowing the IRS to hand out fraudulent tax refunds to illegal immigrants claiming fake dependents not even living in the United States. It would excuse four dead American heroes in Benghazi, a refusal to send help while they were fighting for their lives, and a blatant cover-up before the election. But putting all that aside, let me point out a few inconsistencies in Obamas allegation against conservatives: First, I dont dislike Obama. I dislike his beliefs and his policies. Second, last I checked Obama is not just black. Hes half white, born by a white mother, raised by white grandparents. Third, Ive been consistent my entire life. Ive been a true blue conservative patriot since when I handed out campaign literature for our city of Cincinnati Mayor, in my fathers arms. I judge people by their political beliefs and policies, not the color of their skin. Bad is Bad, wrong is wrong. I despised the policies of ultra-leftist Presidential candidate George McGovern. His beliefs and policies were almost identical to Obamas today. Did I hate white Midwestern men? In 1980, I despised the policies of President Jimmy Carter, whose policies were almost identical to Obamas today. Did I hate white Southern men? Lastly, I can think of many Jewish Democrats whose policies I despise. Does that mean I hate Jews? Thats pretty funny, because my mother is Jewish. In each case a Republican conservative like me despises the political beliefs and policies of people I believe now, or believed back then, to be extreme, radical, socialist, economically ignorant, and damaging to America and capitalism. No, Mr. Obama, we dont dislike you because youre black. But we do despise your policies, your lies, and your destruction of the greatest country, economy and middle class in world history. No other Advertising for only $50..thats a total of 10,000 times reason, just that. printed/mo. you cant beat that anywhere! Thanks for reading!!

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BCC Meeting

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The Commissioners approved changing the speed limit in Ten Lakes Estates from 15 miles per hour to 25. They also agreed to continue to work on the allowance of sandwich board signs and will advertise for a civil citation fee resolution. TDC Director Jim Bagby asked to request an attorney general opinion for the use of Tourist Development Tax use and to work with staff on the TDC Council makeup. Bagby said bed tax collection is flat for the year. He noted there are several major restorations. The Commissioners agreed to limit the way fundraisers are done along the roadways in the unincorporated parts of the county. DeFuniak Springs also recently limited how you are allowed to raise funds along the roads, such as bucket drives. Commissioner Cindy Meadows introduced the idea of a tax increment financing district. She said the work along 30A is a $10 million project. She said the work would help with overlaying the entire length of the road and with drainage. The drainage issue showed up dramatically this past summer. The tax money raised in the district will stay in the district and have an ending date. Commissioner Bill Imfeld said the TIF financing has been shelved the last few years after the oil spill. They both talked about getting assistance in determining how to get the financing. Meadows said there is a lot going on and they have an opportunity to capture it. Commissioners agreed to have Government Services Group do the study to see what can be done. Bob Hudson, standing as a private citizen, said he has researched TIFs since one was proposed for 331. He explained the money is generated from the increase in property values. If a home is appraised at $400,000 now and a year later it is at $500,000, then the county gets the tax from the $400,000 and the tax from the increased $100,000 goes to the project. This has been used in Okaloosa and other Florida counties. Hudson said he supports using the TIF. A number of South Lake Drive residents are concerned with issues of the wetlands. Commissioner Meadows said the DEP permitted the wetland removal. Lynn Stafford said the concern is for the spring fed Eastern Lake and the buffering wetlands. There is construction underway. Commissioner Meadows said they had used red clay before being stopped. Stafford said they are pushing water into other properties and there are more that could be developed. County Environmentalist Billy McKee agreed the lots were platted over wetlands and the owners obtained the needed permits to fill. He said there was not hydrological input given concerning the dune lake. Commissioner Chapman asked how they take care of lots that were platted in the 30s. Meadows said they were unaware of DEP giving the permits. She told commissioners they need to look at a process so these do not slip through the cracks. Walton does not have a clearing permit. County Planning asked for a revision to the existing Roadway Functional Classification Map. The request is to change the map with roads in southern Walton. The roads are: West Hewitt, East Hewitt and Churchill Bayou revised from a classification from other roadways to minor collectors and 393 from minor collector to major collector. Commissioners agreed and the matter will return for a final adoption.

Undiscovered Deal Sites Can Save Consumers up to 95%

What many don't know is that not all deals are created equal some sites offer bigger discounts on better products than others. The best deal sites offer up to 95% off on brand new popular products like iPads, HDTVs, Cameras, Kitchen Appliances and more. Additionally, there are different types of deal sites that existanything from a discount auction site like QuiBids to a daily deal subscription site like Groupon. Deals come in all varieties and facets. Savvy deal seekers have discovered these sites that are unknown to many, and used them to their advantage to snag great deals and savings, and you can too! However, first, you might be wondering why you haven't heard of these sites already. Why the Best Deal Sites are Unknown Most consumers expect that the retailer that advertises deals the most must have the best deals. This is a common misconception. Not all great companies have big ad budgets that large retailers such as Best Buy have at their disposal. Even if these smaller underground retailers had the ability to advertise as much, they would choose not to do so. You see, every product deal has a limited quantity that the deal site can sell to its customers before running out of inventory. No retailer wants to advertise a deal that they can't make good on for all customers right?

NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION

Take notice that the Walton County Board of County Commissioners will hold a SPECIAL MEETING and a closed EXECUTIVE SESSION on January 28, 2013, beginning at 8:30 a.m., or as soon as possible to that time, at the Walton County Courthouse located at 571 US Highway 90 East, DeFuniak Springs, Florida to discuss the following: In Re: Oil Spill by the Oil Rig Deepwater Horizon LOCAL GOVERNMENT ENTITIES (2:10-CV-09999-CJB-SS) The Board of Commissioners, William Bill Chapman, Kenneth Pridgen, Bill Imfeld, Sara Comander, and Cindy Meadows; Gerry Demers, Interim County Administrator; Mark D. Davis, Interim County Attorney; and outside Counsel for the county in this case, Brantley Fry; Rhon Jones of Beasley Allen and S. Drake Martin and Billy Buzzett of Nix, Patterson, and Roach, will attend this meeting and it will be recorded by Sharon Payne, a certified court reporter. Any person who decides to appeal any decision made with respect to any matter considered at a meeting of the Board will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, including the testimony and evidence upon which an appeal may be based. Walton County adheres to the American with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable modifications for access to the meetings upon request. Please call (850) 8928115 to make a request. For hearing impaired, please call 1-800-955-8771 (TDD), 1-800-955-8770 (VOICE). Requests must be received at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting to allow time to provide the requested services.

That's why the best deal sites have intentionally stayed out of the spotlight and developed a word-ofmouth business. The resultthose deal seekers who are in the know on which deal websites to visit, If you're finding it more challenging than ever to juggle simply save the most money and get the best deals. the demands of your job and the rest of your life, you're not alone. How Do I Find the Best Deal Sites? Many people are putting in extra hours, or using their smartphones to be on call when they're not physically at work. Continue to keep your eyes open for articles like this one! A lot of the time, you can find of "A lot of people are having a more difficult time finding niche deal sites that offer amazing savings just balance in their lives because there have been cutbacks or layoffs where they work. They're afraid it may happen to by browsing the internet and reading articles them, so they're putting in more hours." that cover the topic. Register with deal sites that offer deals. Once Schedule yourself at least 3 hrs daily for family/self time! registered see if the deals, and the method to get the deal, interest you. Deal sites can fall in a variety of categories such as auction websites, daily deal sites, and flash sale sites. Get started today! A relatively new deal site worth checking out today is QuiBids. QuiBids is a discount auction site that offers up to 95% off brand new products like iPads, HDTVs, Kitchen Appliances, and more. That's all you need to know. Now you're ready to save money and pay just pennies on the dollar for the products you want most!

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Health Post
You don't have to overhaul your entire diet to get a big Seagrove Medical Clinic health boost. Here are five Call # 850-231-6200 simple changes you can put Walk-ins and Appt.s into action today for highSend health questions or impact results. comments to: P.O.Box 1133 Freeport, Florida 32439 1. Load Up on Fruits and Veggies You know fruits and vegetables are good for you, but did you know they should fill half your plate at every meal? That's what the the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recommends, and for good reason: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, fruits and vegetables make you less likely to get heart disease, high blood pressure, and some cancers. Your daily goal: 2 cups of fruit and 2.5 cups of veggies. Sound like a lot? "Think about eating them all day," says Cheryl Forberg, RD, author of Flavor First: Cut Calories and Boost Flavor. Top your morning eggs with salsa (yes, it counts!), lunch on vegetable soup or a sandwich topped with sprouts, snack on a strawberry-banana smoothie, and for dinner add chopped-up veggies to your meat loaf or pasta sauce. 2. Choose Better Fats Saturated and trans fats can raise your bad cholesterol level and your risk of heart disease. By cutting back on animal-based foods like butter, bacon, and untrimmed meats, as well as pantry staples like cookies and crackers, you can keep these at bay. Eating less bad fats can be as easy as switching from whole milk to fatfree milk, eating a turkey burger instead of a beef burger, and switching from peanut butter to a lower-fat nut butter, Forberg says. You do need some fat, of course. Plant-based foods like olive oil, nuts, seeds, and avocados contain healthy fats that are essential for energy and cell growth. To add more good fats to your diet, snack on almonds instead of chips, cook with olive oil instead of butter, and top your sandwich with a slice of avocado instead of cheese. Also, some fish (such as salmon) is high in good-for-you omega-3 fatty acids. The American Heart Association recommends eating fish at least twice a week. 3. Drink Water, Not Lattes If most of what you're drinking every day isn't plain water (think soda, coffee drinks, sports drinks, and juices), you're probably overloading on added calories and sugar. "People think juice bars are great, but if you're having a jumbo you're not doing yourself a favor," Forberg says. Water, on the other hand, goes a long way in boosting health. Every cell in your body needs it to work properly. Water also helps your digestion. Trade sugary drinks for water. Aim for about six to eight glasses a day. To help reach that goal, start and end your day with a tall glass of water and keep a water bottle with you during the day. Need more flavor? Drop a slice of lemon or lime into your glass. 4. Eat More Fiber Want to reduce belly fat, have more energy, and lower your risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain types of cancer? Simply bump up your fiber intake. Fiber-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and beans can also lower your cholesterol and boost digestion. Plus fiber makes you feel fuller longer, which is great for keeping off extra pounds, says Jessica Crandall, a spokeswoman for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. To get more fiber, replace refined breads with whole-grain breads, choose brown rice instead of white rice, and switch to whole-wheat pasta. Start your day with a bran muffin or oatmeal. Snack on an apple, a cup of berries, or popcorn. You can also add fiber to your usual foods. "Sprinkle high-fiber cereal on top of your yogurt or add flaxseeds to your salad to give it a flavor pop as well as a high-fiber benefit," Crandall says. 5. Keep Portions in Check Reaching for a smaller plate may be the easiest thing you can do for a healthier diet. Why? It's an optical illusion. "Your mind is tricked into eating less by being visually satisfied" .
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SW Seahawk Signed
South Walton High softball athlete Camille Cosson signed with Northwest Florida State College. The 18-year-old Ponce de Leon resident is the daughter of Burt and Tiffany Cosson. Camille says she has been playing since she was 8. Travel ball began at age 12 and Camille started her freshman year at Walton High, then transferred to South Walton in her sophomore year. She started by trying out all sports and eventually came to softball. She plays basketball too, but decided softball was her main sport and has focused on it. She says she likes being able to compete and likes working as a team. Camille says she doesn't think she could do an individual sport. She says the team is like a family. The centerfielder says she likes offensive play, especially hitting. While she has yet to experience the stage of a college field, she says she looks forward to it. She plans to seek a nursing degree, taking after her mother. Her scholarship is for two years. Christina Hamilton, Softball Coach at NWFS, said Camille is an athlete with much to contribute and she is local. They have recruited five local athletes so far. She said the first time she saw Camille, she could see that she had skill in many aspects of play.

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Like Camille, Coach Hamilton says the team is important. She noted some of the local hard to beat teams like Chipola and the need for the team approach. Northwest Florida State College has made it into several tournaments and these will take them out of the area starting in February.

PUBLIC NOTICE Walton County Tourist Development Council Meeting

NOTICE is hereby given that the Walton County Tourist Development will hold its regular TDC meeting on the following date: Tuesday, February 4, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. at the South Walton Courthouse Annex Boardroom Upcoming TDC Committee meeting dates: Marketing, January 28, 2014 at 3:00 p.m., Coastal Branch Library Beach Management, February 3, 2014, 2:00 p.m., S.W. Annex Events, Activities, Arts and Culture, February 12, 2014 at 10:30 a.m., Coastal Branch Library Destination Improvements, February 12, 2014, 3:30 pm., Comm. Meadow District 5 Office For additional information regarding this meeting contact Stacey Infinger at 850-267-1216 Stacey@visitsouthwalton.com

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The FREEPORT POST

Freeport City Council Meeting
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The Mayors Post

Russ Barley Freeport Mayor Please send any and all comments to The Emerald_Star_News@hotmail.com

'Defect' on VA benefits site shares vets' personal details online

Thousands of veterans may have had their personal information broadcast online following a major "defect" on a popular benefits website run by the Defense and Veterans Affairs departments. According to multiple complaints, veterans who logged onto the eBenefits site to check personal claims and benefits information were redirected to other veterans' files. I went into my folder to check on the status of my claim and it said sexual trauma, one veteran told FoxNews.com on Tuesday. It definitely was not mine. There were also lines of erroneous web code. You could tell there was a coding software error. The veteran, who has a computer background and asked to remain anonymous out of fear of retaliation, said he then logged off the site completely, but again encountered the same error. I logged off, logged back in and it was the same thing, he said. Every time Id log back in, I would get another persons information. Names, addresses, bank routing numbers and medical conditions both current and past -- were among the information made available via the data breach last week. The VA issued a statement Friday afternoon acknowledging the software defect. VA took immediate action upon discovering the software defect and shut the eBenefits system down in order to limit any problems, the agency said. It also said that the VAs independent Data Breach Core Team would conduct a full review and that based on the number affected by the problem, the VA will take the appropriate response, which may include free credit monitoring for the affected individuals. An official said up to 5,351 people may have been impacted, out of a total 3.38 million users. A "final determination" on the number affected has not yet been made. This isnt the first time the VA has had a problem with privacy in 2012, thousands of veterans had their personal information compromised when data was released to Ancestry.com, and posted. In 2009, the VA agreed to pay $20 million to veterans for exposing them to possible identity theft in 2006 by losing their sensitive personal information .In 2006, a VA data analyst said he had lost a laptop and external drive containing the names and Social Security numbers of as many as 26.5 million veterans and active-duty military men and women.

The City of Freeport could become the next golf cart friendly city in our area. At the recent meeting the Council considered wording of an ordinance that could allow golf carts to use city streets. The Planning Department presented information about the ordinance that would allow the golf carts on designated streets and multi-use paths. The carts would only be operated by individuals 16 and over, would have to be registered with the city, would not be used on sidewalks, have to have red reflectors in the front and back and would be restricted to no more than the amount of passengers the cart is designed for. Carts could also be used at night if they meet certain requirements. The City Planner is taking input and will return at the next meeting. The Fire Department gave a brief report for December and said a thank you to the Town Planters for all of their help during the holidays. Harold Taunton gave a report on maintenance items and upcoming events for the Regional Sports Complex. The Council approved a budget amendment, approved the city Planner attending a Flood Plain manager training, the Mayor attending the Institute for Elected Municipal Officials, approved the replacement of garage doors at the old public works building and a, pole barn at the public works building. Jennifer Laird asked Mr. Dickerson with State Farm, to answer questions regarding ISO ratings and insurance premiums. There were several audience comments. Dickerson explained insurance premiums are based on a number of factors, with ISO rating only being one of the criteria. Other factors apply including: building construction, location in regards to fire stations, response times of fire departments, and water supply availability.

Russ Barley- Mayor-Freeport

Wishing you the Best for 2014 ! The City Council voted to amend the budget of the Freeport Fire Department and increased the budget another $132,000.00 by taking money from the Street Department Budget and Parks and Recreation Budget, now the council will have to work on the budget for next year as the fire department is expected to increase expenditures another 5%- $25,766.00. The annexation project is still underway as we had a response to approximately 275 residents and the City Planner is working on the presentation to the council for the decision of annexation for those interested. At the last meeting the city council voted to allow Tim Ard to head up another historical project, where a plaque will be placed at the Four Mile Creek Landing site marking the invasion of the Florida Panhandle under the leadership of Brigadier General Alexander Asboth , this is where they entered the area to begin the Battle of Marianna. Contributions can be made by contacting Tim at 850-5853304. The Heritage Center of Freeport is back up and running since the holidays and the hours are 12:00 (noon) - 5:00 PM, Wednesday through Saturday, drop by and visit if you havent had the chance and view some of the history of Freeport. Approval was granted for the City Planner to attend the Flood Plain Manager training as well as approval for myself to attend the Institute of Elected Municipal Officials at the end of this month. We both look forward to attending and being able to bring new ideas to our city. As we begin this new year which seems to be passing by quickly, I do want to remind you that I am available for your comments and questions at city hall Monday through Friday.

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Health Reform and Your Insurance Options

The familiar world of health insurance is going through a lot of changes. If you're trying to get your bearings, take a look at what's different since the health reform bill became law. The highlights:

Your children can't be denied coverage (and beginning in 2014, adults as well) because of health problems they had in the past. This is known as a "preexisting condition."

If you have children who are 19 to 26, they can stay

on your insurance plan.

Insurance plans, with some exceptions, now cover

some preventive medical services. You won't need to pay a co-payment or reach the deductible. These preventive services include certain vaccinations and screenings. In the fall of 2013, health insurance Marketplaces were set up in each state. Marketplaces, also known as Exchanges, are websites where you can shop for coverage

What You'll Find in the Health Insurance Marketplace

What is it? The health insurance Marketplace is a new way to find health coverage. It lets you compare the costs and benefits of different plans. Each state has a Marketplace. The federal government oversees the Marketplaces in some states. Other states run their own Marketplace. The Marketplace offers different plans that vary by:

Types of services they provide How much you have to pay for them
Plans can't turn you down because you have a health problem or you've had one in the past. Who can use it? To get health insurance from an exchange, you must:

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Be a U.S. citizen or legal immigrant Not be in prison Lack access to affordable coverage through an employer Because of that, the Marketplaces are mostly be for people who are buying insurance on their own, as well as small businesses. How does the Marketplace help me find a plan? Your Marketplace has tools and information to help you select between options, such as:

Websites for comparing available plans Information in simple language about how each plan
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A toll-free phone number you can call for help Calculator that shows you how much your options
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Help with enrolling in government programs such as

Medicaid if you're eligible When does it start? The Marketplaces start providing health coverage in January 2014. Good Luck!

Dear Aunt Ruby, I'm a high school senior. At the beginning of the school year, I agreed to drive my best friend to school in the mornings, and for a while it was nice. Last month she started to refuse to talk while I was driving. If I tried talking to her, she wouldn't respond. She recently told her boyfriend (who she texts constantly while riding with me) that she didn't like my driving. I found out because of a post he made on Facebook. When I asked her about it, she said that morning I had slammed on the brakes and it scared her. This has made me tense and stressed out in the mornings, and I want to stop driving her. My grandmother says I should stick it out instead of causing friction. My mom thinks I should stop driving her, but only if she can find another ride. I tried to explain this to her, but she won't listen and I'm still stuck with her. This has ruined our relationship. I feel like she hates me, but I don't know what to do about any of it. Help! -- DRIVEN CRAZY IN FLORIDA DEAR DRIVEN CRAZY: Your former best friend may have stopped talking to you on the way to school because she was too busy texting her boyfriend. She is ignoring the fact that you have been doing her the favor of transporting her and is using you as a private taxi service. If she was frightened because you braked suddenly, the person she should have said it to was you. So stop "explaining" to her and tell her that if she wants to continue getting a free ride, she had better adjust her attitude or make other arrangements for transportation. Thats the best I could say to handle it so that way she knows if she no longer has a ride to school from you, she will know why. People take advantage of others in many different ways. If your really friends at all they will appreciate your being honest with them and they will help behave in a manner acceptable to you both. Friendship is a relationship between two people that come together when they care for someone who may be struggling with emotions and such. Be there for them for they will be there for you in return. If you accept their flaws, why shouldnt they be OK with yours? Sincerely, Aunt Ruby

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Happenings in DeFuniak Springs

COPE Land Use Change Request

As reported by Wzep 1460AM

In a very long meeting, the DeFuniak Springs City Council agreed on a 4-1 vote to not allow the COPE Center to change the land use of property they were hoping to turn into an Assisted Living Facility. The vote was 4-1 with Councilman Mac Carpenter the only vote against the denial, and he clarified his vote saying it was due to the technical information provided. As the Council began the hearing to change the land use of a home on Highway 83 north, Attorney Clay Adkinson said an attorney will be the main speaker for the applicant. Adkinson said there is no specific party intervener from opposition. He agreed the mayor can ask those speaking not to rehash statements already made. Diane Howell, an adjoining property owner, was agreed to speak for opposition as a party intervener. The attorney for Howell said the primary speaker will be Jack Owen. The matter was a public hearing for a small scale zoning amendment by COPE Center on behalf of Ohio Investments. The request is to change the density from low to medium residential. The Planning Boards recommendation was to change to R-2. Will Dunaway, the attorney for COPE Center, told the Council they will be presenting factual evidence and anyone in opposition will need to show this has an adverse impact to the city. He said the citys Comprehensive Plan calls for low density residential and the property is C-2. Dunaway said the citys code has a provision with prohibited uses in a C -2, including hospitals and other business for the care and treatment of persons. He said the R -2 zoning, two classifications down from C-2 and less intense, allows for this type of business. He explained that in a C-2 area, you would not want the type of business of taking care of people. COPE wants to put an assisted living facility in a large home and add additional square footage. COPE is loosing its current home on 331 south due to the widening of the road. The hearing was only to change the land use, not approve the building. Staff agreed all materials needed were met and provided and there is no technical reason to not approve the request. If the land use change was approved, the applicant would have to return with a detailed site plan for a special exception. Rachel Gillis, CEO of COPE Center, said she did not think the new facility would be a problem, but finding the location seemed to start a range war. She said the current facility will be taken by the FDOT. She said they have to find a place for Magnolia Terrace in Woodlawn. She said Magnolia Terrace is not like a group home they Center operates. She said drug treatment centers have to have a specific license to operate. Magnolia Terrace does not have this. She said it also does not have convicted sex offenders. She said it does not even make sense that they would house sex offenders across the street from a park. She said they have told 20 people they will keep a roof over their head. Gillis said the main goal was to bring Magnolia Terrace into the city limits and contribute to the city. COPE Center has an $8 million business and uses local vendors. They also provide 13 jobs. Gillis said they have an average of 35 E911 calls a year with most in the day. Councilman Ennis noted what he called a lot of Baker Act patients from the E911 calls. Gillis said being Baker Acted can mean they are depressed and this can include hospitalization. She said anyone reported as missing is usually from the family taking their members home without properly checking them out. Continued top of next column over.

Council member Mac Carpenter noted the area will grow and the ALFs will continue to serve a very important part of the community. He said he is in favor of them, but has concerns about the compatibility of the location. Carpenter cited a Florida Statute and asked if they have submitted requirements. Dunaway said the applicant has met all the requirements and the request is for the change, not the design of the building. Carpenter said, since they do not have it in their code, they have to fall back on state law and he does not have the information. He said this does not mean he is against the request, rather that he needs the information and wants to make sure they are able to make a sound decision that will stand up to the law if challenged. Several residents spoke in opposition to the request. They said an Assisted Living Facility is not a problem, just such a facility at that location. The main arguments were placing the home near other residences and across from a park. The traffic concerns and access as well as ability to meet building requirements were also cited. Jack Owen was the main speaker. Along with others, he talked about the number and types of E911 responses, the types of residents currently in the home, stormwater retention, the size of building less than 100 feet from a home, traffic off the highway, the types of license they currently have and possible other options. The opposition said the ALF has a high number of Baker Acted residents. Baker Acted patients are forced into mental health hospitalization. COPE also has a license for mental health. Of the three ALFs in Walton, they are the only one with a mental health license. The local football coach said he questions residents trying to cross the highway or worse. The Council was asked how much does it take to change the life of a child. Even with a promise of a landscape buffer, the closeness of the home to neighboring residences was cited. While many residents of the ALF do not drive, having a business next to a home would bring in more traffic. While there are other businesses in the area, the home sits back off the highway. After the opposition continued to present questions and facts supporting their position, the meeting closed with attorneys for both sides giving arguments. In the end the motion was to deny the request to change the land use passed 4-1.

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Sam Woolf, whose audition on Fox's American Idol raced across the Internet last week, performed in front of about 200 eager fans at the Manatee County Fair on Sunday evening. Woolf, who smiled and waved shyly as fans shrieked their approval, said his life has changed dramatically since the three American Idol judges invited him to compete in Hollywood. A lot of people are freaking out and recognizing me at school, Woolf said. It's really weird. While the teenager auditioned in front of judges Keith Urban, Jennifer Lopez and Harry Connick Jr. last summer, the episode containing his soulful crooning aired on Wednesday. But his voice has long been known to Sam's grandfather, Roy, whom the Internet has taken to calling Papa Roy. He's been singing since he could talk, the elder Woolf said. When they were growing up, his sister went up to my wife and said: Grandma, something's wrong with Sam he's singing and smiling all the time. He picked up guitar about three years ago and has been performing almost ever since. Sam said he would perform for about 30 people whenever he would play local gigs in Manatee and Sarasota counties. But on Friday night, his first performance since his American Idol audition aired, more than 400 people crammed into Pier 22. Some people even came from Brandon, said Lou Ziebell, one of Sam's close friends from Braden River. People were coming up to him and taking photos while he was just sitting at a table talking. I give allergy shots to your grandma, one woman blurted out as she stood next to Sam. I already talked to her all about seeing you on 'Idol.' Ana Keehner and her daughter, Alex Fernandez, were among those in line and said they only went to the fair so they could see Sam perform. We didn't even know there was a fair, Keehner laughed. I just said we need to see him before he's famous. Alex, 12, said this is the second area Idol contestant she has met. She met Syesha Mercado, a graduate of Booker High School who placed third in the seventh season of American Idol, when the 'Idol' contestant came to perform at her elementary school. She nodded when her mother asked whether she thought Sam was cute. It's really cool to know that someone famous could live a block away from you, she said. After the gaggle of girls took their seats, Sam was ready to take the stage.

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