Eagle Scout Jordan Liggett, son of Daniel and Shonda Liggett of Dunedin, receives an Eagle Scout Certificate of Recognition for outstanding leadership and citizenship from Compatriot Art Hays with the Florida Society Sons of the American Revolution Clearwater Chapter.
CLEARWATER - Rickshaw-like pedicabs, Segway scooters, mopeds, golf carts and passenger-powered surrey bikes are just some of the ways tourists get around Clearwater Beach, either by renting the vehicle and operating it themselves or by being driven by a professional driver.
The Clearwater City Council wants to regulate them, but the dilemma facing the council is how to provide enough regulation to ensure safety without over regulating to the point that it drives their owners out of business.
At the council’s Feb. 13 work session, Assistant City Attorney Rob Surrette told the council that he has drafted a proposed ordinance that would require companies that rent vehicles to have $500,000 worth of insurance for each occurrence and name the city as a co-insured, and to obtain a “certificate to engage in business” that would be renewed at the same time as their business license.
In addition, the owner would have to have his vehicles inspected by a mechanic and submit a sworn statement saying that his vehicles are in safe condition and he knows the law pertaining to putting them out for hire. If the pedicabs or other vehicles are to be driven by professional drivers, instead of by the renter, owners must also submit a list of all such drivers in their employ.
CLEARWATER - The Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin, Inc. is accepting applications for its annual Community Service Program Grants. JLCD grants help fund programs, which serve to improve the well-being of foster youth in upper Pinellas and Pasco counties.
Grant applications are due by Friday, March 9, 5 p.m. Eligible organizations must be a 501(c)3 nonprofit. The JLCD’s Community Advisory Board reviews applications.
Applications should be emailed to jlclwdun@aol.com or mailed to The Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin, attn. community vice-president/grand application, 1265 Bayshore Blvd., Dunedin, FL 34698. Applicants will be notified by Sunday, April 1, and grant recipients are invited to attend a check presentation.
CLEARWATER - A Clearwater man was arrested after allegedly sexually battering a 13-year-old girl on Feb. 12, according to a Clearwater Police report.
The victim went to a private residence in Clearwater to meet with the nephew of Gabriel Moreno-Flores, 35. The nephew was not home when the victim arrived, and Moreno-Flores coerced the victim into his bedroom, where he sexually battered her against her will, the report said.
The victim’s mother contacted police when she learned what happened. Officers responded and arrested Moreno-Flores. To protect the identity of the victim, the police are not releasing any further information.
Moreno-Flores is charged with sexual battery. He was booked into the Pinellas County Jail. Bond was set at $50,000. He also is being held without bond on a failure to appear for soliciting for prostitution charge and an ICE hold.
CLEARWATER - More vehicle thefts are being reported in Clearwater.
A witness called to report a suspicious vehicle and two suspicious male subjects in a restaurant parking lot on Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard on Feb. 8, according to a Clearwater Police report.
The witness saw one of the subjects get out of the vehicle and smash the window of a vehicle. The suspect saw the witness and got back into the vehicle and fled the scene. The witness immediately called police.
Strawberry celebration CLEARWATER - The Clearwater East Branch Library, 2251 Drew St., will host a celebration in honor of the Florida Strawberry Festival on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2 p.m. The free event is for all ages and will feature strawberry-themed crafts and strawberry treats to sample. KeeLee Tolminson from the Florida Strawberry Festival will share the history of Florida’s strawberries with attendees.
Call 562-4970 or visit www.myclearwater.com/cpl.
Dunedin's Green Market DUNEDIN - Green Market is open Saturdays through the end of July from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the corner of Main Street and Douglas Avenue in Dunedin. Vendors offer a wide variety of items including: produce, cheeses, plants and herbs, local honey, all natural pet treats, organic products, nuts, olive salad, pastries and orchids. Free entertainment and parking is available at the Dunedin Green Market. For information, contact the Market Manager, Richard Kendler, at 692-5353 or email GreenMarketManager@verizon.net
Elks of Largo flea market LARGO - The Elks of Largo flea market is Saturday, Feb. 18, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 810 16th Ave. SE.
The market will consist of old and new items, along with arts and crafts and will be open to Elks’ members as well as outside vendors.
The club will set up the market outside in the shady park area. There will be a table space rental fee of $20. Participants are welcome to bring additional tables or a tent.
The lodge will accept donations for Elks’ tables for the reselling of items. Please do not bring clothing, and make sure that all items are clean and in good working order. There will be a rain date of Feb. 25.
Call Debbie at 559-0035 to reserve space, volunteer to help or to advise of a donation.
Roaring Twenties Night LARGO - The Knights of Columbus celebrates its second annual Roaring Twenties Night Saturday, Feb. 18, 6 to 11 p.m., at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 2121 16th Ave. SW.
Cocktails will be served at 6 p.m.; dinner at 7. Each dinner includes a salad, garlic bread and sausage. The music of the 1920s will be provided. For tickets, call Ron Klemm at 804-4804 or John Scozzafva at 422-3753.
Lady in Red sweatheart dance LARGO - The “Lady in Red” sweatheart dance will be held Saturday, Feb. 18, at Largo Community Center, 400 Alt. Keene Road.
The dance is a fundraiser for the Sonia Plotnick Health Fund, a 501c3 charity providing healthcare grants to women throughout the Tampa Bay community for 14 years.
Tickets are $25 before Feb. 12 and $30 at the door if any are available.
The dress is business casual to formal. Professional photographer, jewelry sales, DJ and a nice buffet are offered. All proceeds benefit the health fund.
Call 518-3416.
Energy efficiency workshop PALM HARBOR - In conjunction with the Pinellas County Extension Office, Palm Harbor Library will offer a free energy efficiency workshop on Saturday, Feb. 18, 11 a.m. to noon, at 2330 Nebraska Ave.
James Stevenson will discuss money saving, energy lowering tips for the home and demonstrate a new Kill-A-Watt monitor. This simple tool, which is available for check-out at all Pinellas County libraries, shows the amount of energy different home electronics use, when in use or even when turned off.
All participants will leave with a Kill-A-Watt monitor that they can borrow for up to 14 days.
To register for the program, go to pinellascountyextension.org, click on Feb. 18, 2012 and then on “Kill-A-Watt Campaign.”
Call 724-3332, ext. 3006.
Saddle Up Riding Club open house PINELLAS PARK - Saddle Up Riding Club will host an open house for its “Saddle Up for Heroes” equine program for veterans on Saturday, Feb. 18, 1:30 to 3 p.m., at 6080 94th Ave.
The event is free and will feature refreshments, a chance to meet the horses and hear from the staff about opportunities available for veterans.
The club was one of 95 nationwide community organizations awarded a grant from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in support of Paralympic sport and physical activity programs for disabled veterans. The grant awards, which range from $2,500 to $500,000, were announced Dec. 22.
For more information about “Saddle Up for Heroes,” call program liaison Angel Watson at 637-1067. Visit www.saddleupridingclub.org.
Super Greek Festival ST. PETERSBURG - The St. Stefanos annual Super Greek Festival will run Feb. 17-19 at St. Stefanos Greek Orthodox Church, 3600 76th St. N.
The festival is a nonreligious event and is open to the public. The festival will celebrate Greek food, Greek culture and the coming together of the St. Petersburg and greater Tampa Bay communities as a whole.
There will be food, music, dancing, raffle and bake sale.
Call 345-8235 or visit www.ststefanos.org.
Fresh Market on Corey Avenue Corey Area Business Association's Fresh Market on Corey Avenue in St. Pete Beach, Sundays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Oct. 16 through May 2012. The market will feature vendors of fresh and/or organic produce, plants and flowers, spices, foods, handcrafted items, arts and crafts. For vendor information, call Kathi at 727-498-8778. Corey Avenue is just off Gulf Boulevard in downtown St. Pete Beach. Parking is free.
Four Chaplains celebration MADEIRA BEACH - American Legion Post 273 plans a Four Chaplains Day celebration Sunday, Feb. 19, 1 p.m., at the post, 600 American Legion Drive.
The Four Chaplains, also referred to as the “Immortal Chaplains,” were four U.S. Army chaplains who gave their lives to save other civilian and military personnel during the sinking of the troop ship USAT Dorchester on Feb. 3, 1943 during World War II.
The chaplains helped other soldiers board lifeboats and gave up their own life jackets when the supply ran out. The chaplains later joined arms, said prayers, and sang hymns as they went down with the ship. The public is invited.
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