Lakes View - 48 August 2011

Lakes View / Issue 48 / August 2011 2

With all the heat and rain we’re

having, I’m looking forward to

the cooler days of autumn, even

if it does mean raking leaves.

We’re now on our summer

break, but there’s a lot going on

with the budget reconciliation,

infrastructure issues, etc. Here

are some updates:

Budget Workshop - the Board approved a proposed

budget of approximately $235 million for the 2011/2012

fiscal year, bringing the total reduction of Leon County’s

budget to more than $48.9 million, or roughly 17.2

percent, since 2008. For the third year in a row, the

County has reduced citizens’ property taxes, resulting in

a cumulative savings of $13.9 million over the past three

budget cycles. I’m pleased no new taxes have been added,

but if you would like to view the Work shop go to

www.leoncountyfl.gov/admin/agenda/realwork shops.asp

or if you would like to read the agenda item that details

staff’s report on the budget, go to

w w w. leoncounty f l. gov/ADMIN/Agenda/Work shops/

BudgetWork shop12/BudgetWork shop_Book-Final.pdf.

Please keep in mind the budget will not have final

approval until September and our next public hearing

on the budget will be September 13th and the final -

September 20th. Leon County continues to maintain the

lowest net budget, the lowest net budget per resident, the

lowest number of employees, and the lowest number of

employees per capita than any other like-sized counties in

Florida. And when compared to Florida’s other 66

counties: • Leon County has the seventh lowest net budget

per capita; and • Leon County has the second lowest

number of employees per capita.

County Leadership Change – The mantle has been

passed and Vince Long is now our new County

Administrator. At his appointment in June, I asked that he

come back to the Commission with goals for our

organization that are measurable. A work shop will be

held August 23rd for him to present his recommendations.

Hope you can tune in for that meeting.

Please see, Bryan’s Brief continued on Page 19

Bryan’s Brief

Be sure to register as a member at www.kil learnlakeshoa.org 3

Residents of Seven Oak s and the surrounding area gathered for

the kickoff of the 17th Annual July 4th Parade and Celebration at

the home of Mario and Kristin Sacasa. Neighbors marched around

the circle on decked-out bikes, wagons, golf carts, strollers or just

on good ole foot. Before the pledge of allegiance and National

Anthem, Cassie Crumpacker, Juliet Perrier, and Brooke Ferrell

offered patriotic face painting to all. The Bradfordville Volunteer

Fire Department and Tallahassee Fire Department kicked off and

led the parade with a convoy of fire truck s and sirens. Young

Uncle Sam, Will Crumpacker, was paraded around the circle

practicing his wave in the patriotic truck decorated and driven by

the Hubbard family. Little Miss Firecracker chose to take her

crowning in stride with her tiara and sash by riding on her very

own bike. Half way around the circle parade goers quenched their

thirst with ice cold waters donated by Epiphany Lutheran Church

and distributed by Ellen and Craig Ferrell. After the parade

participants enjoyed hot dogs and drink s donated by Publix while

the neighbors joined together and provided chips and desserts.

Then everyone received a great cool down by the volunteer

firefighters from the Bradfordville station.

The Perrier family generously donated the hot dog buns and

delicious popsicles enjoyed by all. We thank Mario Sacasa for his

supberb grilling skills and he and his wife for allowing us to start

and end at his house. Sharlene Turner, Dee Wahlem and Carol

Perrier were much appreciated for their work in the hot sun

serving hot dogs and drink s. Epiphany Lutheran Church donated

the sound system, tables and the great voice and guidance of

Richard Boyd. Sean Turner, Cassie Crumpacker and Juliet Perrier

helped distribute f lyers donated by Bob Fink. We also thank

Woodey Woodard for many different efforts and Nester Mendez

because without him and his guidance the whole event wouldn’t

have been possible. Anyone interested in assisting in even the

smallest way next year can contact Barbra Crumpacker at

[email protected].

Copperfield Circle 4th of July Parade By Barbra Crumpacker

Photos taken by Ellen Ferrell


Everyone is born with natural intuitive powers, but often we are

taught to ignore them and to rely solely on our reasoning mind. If

we can’t see something, touch it, smell it, taste it, hear it or prove

it, we tend to deny its existence. Consequently we fail to take

advantage of those psychic hunches and warnings that played such

an important role in the

lives of our ancestors for

their survival.

‘Women’s intuition” or

men’s “gut feelings” are

the expressions that we

hear to explain how we

gain knowledge that is beyond normal information channels – that

inner feeling or compulsion that drives us to follow (or not follow)

certain courses of action. We all can recall certain events where we

followed or ignored our sixth sense and the consequences we

paid for that decision.

In developing your powers of intuition, listen to your hunches.

When making a decision, the first solution you settle on is usually

the best, and lapsing into a back-and-forth debate with yourself

How To Develop Your ESPBy Dr. Darlene Treese

Please see, ESP continued on Page 24

wastes energy and smothers the natural inner voices that are

available for sage advice.

Start paying attention to what is happening in you life. Are there

timers during conversations when you know ahead of time what

someone is going to say?

Do you ever know ahead

of time that your

telephone is going to ring,

or that someone is about

to knock on your door? Do

you occasionally

experience a feeling of

déjà vu - that you have previously experienced something or have

seen something that is happening to you at the present moment

for the first time? Do you silently communicate with family pets?

Are your dreams prophetic or helping with problem- solving? Do

you sometimes pick up thoughts or emotions of a friend or loved

one who is far away from you? All of these powers can be brought

from your subconscious mind to your conscious awareness

through practice and letting go of preconceived ideas.

Listen to your intuition. It will tell

you everything you need to know.Anthony J. D’Angelo, The College Blue Book

“”

What You Need To KnowBefore Dropping The

Dime On ANeighborhood Alligator…

Re-printed from “Lakes View” issue #42

According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation

Commission, alligators are considered a “nuisance” if they are at

least 4 feet or longer and exhibit aggressive behavior toward

people, property or pets. Trappers are on call 24 hours a day,

seven days a week. Once determined the gator is big enough* and

is going to cause a safety hazard, caller’s information goes to the

statewide nuisance alligator program in Lake Okeechobee and

then is routed to whatever trapper work s that county.

Homeowners concerned about an alligator that’s acting

aggressively on their property can report the animal online at

myfwc.com/gators or through a toll free hotline number at 866-

FWC-GATOR (392-4286). No third party calls will be accepted.

But, if you’re an animal lover, know this:

“The alligator you complain about is NOT going to simply be relocated

to another pond or lake. It is going to be put to death. “In most cases

99% of the time the gator will be harvested, but not on site and in

front of the public.”

(Excerpts taken from “Tallahassee Magazine” , Volume 32, pg. 40-43)

http://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/managed/alligator/

*To Estimate Length:

Eyes To Nose 1”= 1 Ft In Length



I was asked by our staff to write an upbeat column for this issue.

It should be fun. The good news is that we are doing well

financially, despite the large balance of unpaid dues. We have

tailored our budget, and as a result will still be able to do one

major project (out of four previously identified). In August we will

be working on stabilizing the erosion in Tekesta Park. The work

will be complete in time for our Fall Festival.

The better news is our staff. Because of bankruptcies, foreclosures

and abandonment of property, all of which have to be handled

differently, your staff has had to learn more about real estate law

than I thought possible. The paperwork that flows into our office

almost daily is unbelievable. Yet these ladies, with no formal legal

training, have mastered most of it and are protecting your

interests. We are very blessed indeed to have them.

To those of you who called recently and asked the staff to get rid

of smoke from a forest fire over one hundred miles away, I’m sorry.

We’re still working on that.

Cool Moves For Hot Summer Days

By Liz Sullivan, LPN, CSA

We hear it all the time. Exercise, stay fit, stretch, warm up, keep

active. For many, the idea of exercising in the hot, humid weather

of the south is less than appealing. During the hot summer it is

essential that at any age we continue to remain active. The trick is

how to stay active without becoming overheated.

As seniors it is vitally important that we keep our blood flowing

and our bodies moving. Symptoms from age related conditions

such as arthritis, diabetes and high blood pressure can be

improved from remaining physically active. The best exercise to

do is one that you will stick with. Each day you must move your

body to prevent the muscles and joints from becoming stiff and

less elastic.

Some of the many benefits of regular exercise include:

• Better circulation, especially to your brain, heart and other

vital organs

• Better digestion to help stimulate your appetite and also

prevent constipation

• Increased ability of the body to heal wounds

• Decrease in depression

• Better sleep

• Increased energy

• Better balance

Motivation is the key to continuing to exercise daily. Many of our

seniors are living alone. These seniors may lack the motivation or

have the ability to drive to a senior center to engage in some form

of group exercise. For these seniors, hiring a caregiver for a few

hours per week may be all that is needed to get them up and

about and moving. Local senior centers and Assisted Living

Facilities provide group classes for little to no cost. A caregiver

can escort the senior to the class and transport safely home. The

senior will benefit from the exercise, the mental stimulation as

well as connecting with other seniors in the class. If the senior

prefers to remain at home, a caregiver can take daily walk s or

assist with gardening or some other enjoyable activity while

providing safety and companionship.


Senior’s spot

Please see, Cool Moved continued on Page 22


Election Time Reminder

This is a reminder that Killearn Lakes will soon be having its

annual election for the Volunteer Board of Directors. At this time

there may be vacancies to fill. We would like members of Killearn

Lakes to know that they are eligible to run and we encourage your

participation. If you think you might be interested in “throwing

your hat into the ring” this election cycle, please contact

the homeowner’s association office at 668-3231 or

email us at [email protected]. If you are

interested, nomination forms can be obtained

from the website www.killearnlakeshoa.org

under Downloadable Documents �

Additional Documents �Nomination Form. All forms are

due at the KLHOA office on or

before September 20th in order

to be placed on the October

Ballot. There will be additional

information in the October Issue

of “Lakes View” regarding how to

cast your ballot and the deadline

to do so.

Welcome!Congratulations to Gregory, Eileen & Malcolm Durant who have

a new addition to their family. Welcome to the world baby Mia

Genell Durant, born 3:48 pm on June 24, 2011, weighing 7lbs 12oz.

19 inches long!


Bulk Waste Pickup

Waste Management’s bulk waste pickup service covers items that

are just too big to fit in your regular curbside collection. This

includes objects such as appliances, furniture, mattresses,

limited quantities of yard waste and construction debris.

Contact the Customer Service Department to schedule a bulk

waste pick.

Hours and Holiday Schedule

Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm, CLOSED: January 1st, July 4th,

Labor Day, Thank sgiving, Christmas

All residential services will run one day behind the remainder

of the week containing a holiday. For example; if your service is

normally on Monday and so is the holiday, you will be serviced

on Tuesday, Tuesday customers will be serviced Wednesday,

Wednesday customers on Thursday and so on. This only applies

to holidays that actually fall on the scheduled day of service, not

“observed" days.

Re-printed with permission from Waste Management

Stop by Allegro Heritage Oak s during the month of

September and participate in our Making Strides for Breast

Cancer campaign or log on to www.putonyourpinkbra.com/leon

and make a contribution to our Heritage Oak s team. We want

to support the American Cancer Society’s focus on saving lives

and creating a world with less cancer and more birthdays!

Donations are tax deductable.

FYI…


Just a “Friendly Reminder”

The association would like you to make arrangements to bring

your containers back to your garage area or wherever you place

them after Waste Management collects on Mondays.

Perhaps you could load them in the back of your truck or car and

haul them back to your house. The streets where you live are

narrow enough without the added empty containers left by the

street for a week or week s at a time.

Please think of your neighbors and maybe those trying to sell

their property. It doesn’t look good and tends to lower property

values.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation,

Killearn Lakes Board & Staff


To All the Kids WhoSurvived the 1930s, ‘40s,

‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s!!

First, we survived being born to mothers who may have smoked

and/or drank while they were pregnant. They took aspirin, ate

blue cheese dressing, tuna from a can, and didn’t get tested for

diabetes.

Then, after that trauma, we were put to sleep on our tummies in

baby cribs covered with bright colored lead-based paints.

We had no childproof lids on medicine bottles, lock s on doors or

cabinets, and, when we rode our bikes, we had baseball caps, not

helmets, on our heads.

As infants and children, we would ride in cars with no car seats,

no booster seats, no seat belts, no air bags, bald tires and

sometimes no brakes.

Riding in the back of a pickup truck on a warm day was always

a special treat.

We drank water from the garden hose and not from a bottle.

We shared one soft drink with four friends, from one bottle, and

no one actually died from this.

We ate cupcakes, white bread, real butter, and bacon. We drank

Kool-Aid made with real white sugar. And we weren’t overweight.

WHY? Because we were always outside playing... that’s why!

We would leave home in the morning and play all day, as long as

we were back when the streetlights came on. No one was able to

reach us all day. — And, we were OKAY.

We would spend hours building our go-carts out of scraps and

then ride them down the hill, only to find out we forgot the brakes.

After running into the bushes a few times, we learned to solve the

problem.

We did not have Play Stations, Nintendos and X-boxes. There were

no video games, no 150 channels on cable, no video movies or

DVDs, no surround-sound or CDs, no cell phones, no personal

computers, no Internet and no chat rooms.

Please see, To All the Kids continued on Page 23


August Open Member Meeting

Jim Cichon will receive the 2011 “Lake-Friendly Yard” award sign

at the August Quarterly Open Member Meeting with KLHOA

Board Member Joe Barnett presenting the award. The quarterly

meeting will be held August 9, 2011 at the Historic Bradfordville

School House off Bannerman Road at 7pm. Talquin

representatives will provide helpful information as Killearn Lakes

prepares for the transition to the new TEC-Metering System.

Residents will have an opportunity for Q&A. Please mark your

calendars and we look forward to seeing you there! ��


Don’t Let Summer Come Up And Bite You…

or Your Neighbors!By Drew F. Winters, Esquire

Ah the joys of summer, longer days, warmer nights, and the kids

no longer complaining about having to go to school. The smell of

backyard barbeques fills the air. The sounds of the pick-up basket

ball game down the street and kids splashing in the pool rises

from back yards. You can almost hear the Country Time lemonade

commercial playing in the back ground. Unfortunately, along with

these wonderful moments can come some unwanted additions to

our summer that leaves many of us longing for the return of

winter. The constant barrage of mosquitoes, the yard looking like

a jungle, and the whine of the window air conditioning unit next

door are just a few of the not so welcome summer visitors.

Therefore, we at the Killearn Lakes Homeowners Association

thought it would be a good time to go over some of the pitfalls of

summer and to remind each of our members of ways to ensure

that this summer is a great summer for both you and your

neighbor.

Swimming Pools. The backyard swimming pool is almost an

institution here in the sunshine state. Not only are pools a great

means to relax, they can also add value and appeal to your home.

However, during our hot summer weather, swimming pools can

become the breeding ground for mosquitoes and other pests if

not properly maintained. In fact, even a short amount of time

neglecting a pool can permit it to become a significant breeding

ground for pests, creating a nuisance for both you and your

neighbors. The Florida Legislature recognized this problem and

has enacted the Mosquito Control Act, which is contained in

Chapter 388, Florida Statutes. Pursuant to Section 388.291, Florida

Statutes, each residential property owner is required to “maintain

their property in a manner that does not create or maintain any

standing freshwater conditions capable of breeding mosquitoes

or other arthropods in significant numbers.” In addition to the

state regulation, each Killearn Lakes Plantation community has an

applicable Declaration of Covenant and Restriction that requires

Please see, Legal Lingo continued on Next Page


each property owner to conduct no activity which is obnoxious or

offensive or which may become an annoyance or nuisance to the

neighborhood. So if your pool is glowing green or perhaps even

looking a little more like a potential summer home for the

creature from the Black Lagoon, it is probably time to call the

pool professional to ensure your pool does not become a nuisance

to you or your neighbors. With each pool owners help we can keep

our community beautiful and filled with a few less summer pests.

Air Conditioners: With summer invariably comes the rising

temperatures and the wish to escape inside to the cool. Therefore,

a well functioning air conditioning system is a must in Florida.

However, some of us may find that one room is a little warmer

than the others or we may just want one area to stay cooler than

the rest of the house. However, each community within the

Killearn Lakes Plantation has recognized the benefit and necessity

to accomplish such climate control through the use of properly

installed central air conditioning systems. Such systems increase

property values, reduce energy bills and avoid the unsightly look

and sound of window style air conditioning units. Therefore, each

community within the Killearn Lakes Plantation has enacted a

covenant and restriction against the use of window air

conditioning units. Each year, as the summer heat increases, we

at the Killearn Lakes Homeowners Association see an increase in

attempted installation of such units and spend significant amounts

of time informing our members regarding the restrictions against

such units and the benefits of using proper central air

conditioning systems. In fact, many property owners have been

able to benefit from current rebates and grants offered through

your local utilities to update their system, increase cooling ability

and reduce their utility bill. So help keep both you and your

neighbor cool this summer and refrain from installing or using

window style air conditioning units.

Just like you, we at the Killearn Lakes Homeowners Association

look forward to the fun and festivities of summer. We strive to

provide the best community possible and hope that these friendly

reminders to our members will help each and everyone enjoy

summer to its fullest potential. During the summer, you may see

our staff and workers completing projects and conducting

inspections throughout the community. Please remember that,

pursuant to all applicable Declarations of Covenants and

Restrictions in the Killearn Lakes Plantations, the staff and agents

of the Killearn Lakes Homeowners Association has the right to

enter upon all properties in the community for the purposes of

inspection and maintenance of the community. All such activities

will be conducted with the utmost care and respect for our

members and their property. As always, your Association welcomes

any comments or concerns and wishes each member a happy and

healthy summer.


Killearn Commons2011 Best Yard Contest

BEST YARDAnne Giddens, 2740 Oakleigh Court

BEST YARDDoug Perry, 2963 Glen Ives Drive

MOST IMPROVED

Bob & Traci Wharton, 2960 Glen Ives Drive

Kenneth & Melodie Greene, 8428 Hannary Drive

(Not Pictured)

Each winner received a $50 Visa Gift Card sponsored by Florida Commerce Credit Union

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A plant located in the right location will thrive with little or no

maintenance once it is established. Drought tolerant plants will do

well in elevated open areas, but may succumb to root diseases and

pests if planted in low lying areas. Plants that require moist or wet

soils will do fine in lower lying areas, but will require lots of water

if planted on a drier site. In this series we will identify certain

native plants and the requirements they need in order to thrive.

The best part is that these plants will be for sale (depending on

supplier availability) from your Arbor Committee. Stay posted to

the newsletter for details on how you can participate. All of these

articles will be posted in the Articles/Admin section of

www.killearnlakesarbor.com.

Fringe Tree (Chionanthus virginicus)

Fringe tree is a small tree reaching heights

of 20 to 25 feet. It is normally found as an

understory tree where it receives filtered

light, but is tolerant of full sun to partial

shade. The soil conditions should be well

drained and moist. In the right place, Fringe tree will put on a

show and provide valuable food for song birds.

Coontie (Zamia pumila)

Coontie is a small evergreen shrub reaching

approximately 3 feet in height and 5 feet in

width. It is normally found in well drained

sandy or sandy loam soils. It is tolerant of full

sun to dense shade. Its slow growth, small size and evergreen

leaves make it a great foundation plant.

Indian Pink (Spigelia marilandica)

Indian Pink is a woodland wild flower that is

very attractive to hummingbirds. It is

normally found in rich, moist hardwood

forests and thrives in partial sun. It grows to

approximately 2 feet in height forming a clump in successive years.

Indian Pink will die to the ground in winter but comes back each

spring and blooms in April.

Passion Vine (Passiflora incarnata)

Passion vine is a climbing vine that is relished

by the caterpillars of the gulf fritillary and

the zebra longwing butterf lies. These

caterpillars can eat the vine all the way back

to the stems, but the passion vine is designed

for this and grows back quickly. This is the perfect plant if you

want to attract butterflies to your yard.

Right Plant, Right PlaceBy Jim Cichon

Disaster Supply Kit

Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for

3 to 7 days

Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days

— non-perishable packaged or canned

food/juices

— foods for infants or the elderly

— snack foods

— non-electric can opener

— cooking tools / fuel

— paper plates / plastic utensils

Blankets / Pillows, etc.

Clothing - seasonal / rain gear/ sturdy shoes

First Aid Kit / Medicines / Prescription Drugs

Special Items - for babies and the elderly

Toiletries / Hygiene items / Moisture wipes

Flashlight / Batteries

Radio - Battery operated and NOAA weather

radio

Telephones - Fully charged cell phone with

extra battery and a traditional (not cordless)

telephone set

Cash (with some small bills) and Credit Cards

- Bank s and ATMs may not be available for

extended periods

Keys

Toys, Book s and Games

Important documents - in a waterproof

container or watertight resealable plastic bag

— insurance, medical records, bank account

numbers, Social Security card, etc.

Tools - keep a set with you during the storm

Vehicle fuel tank s filled

Pet care items

— proper identification / immunization

records / medications

— ample supply of food and water

— a carrier or cage

— muzzle and leash

www.nhc.noaa.gov/HAW2/english/prepare/supplykit.shtml


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Internet Café Regulation – An Internet Café is not a place

for a latte or to surf the Internet – their design is similar to

that of actual gambling casinos. A public hearing was held

June 14th and the Commission moved forward with

regulating the more than 20 local Internet cafes located in

Leon County. The requirements include guidelines for hours

of operation, location restrictions in relation to churches,

schools and day-care facilities, licensing fees ranging from

$2500 to $15,000 and background check s for all employees

and owners. No more permits will be issued for new cafes.

Those in operation now, can remain in operation, but if they

close for any reason, they cannot reopen. The goal is to get

the number down to no more than 10. There is still the

possibility the Legislature can take action next session, but

I’m not very hopeful! The following provides info on the

issue www.news-journalonline.com/opinion/editorials/n-j-

editorials/2011/06/12/legislature-must-act-on-internet-

cafes.html .

Revision of Gun Laws - In April, the Florida Legislature

amended Florida Statutes preempting to the state the entire

field of regulation of firearms. The Bill provides for a

criminal penalty and fines of governmental entities that

knowingly and willfully violate the section, eliminates the

limited exception of the county waiting period ordinances,

and provides for termination of employment or contract or

removal from office of a person acting in an official capacity

who knowingly and willfully violates any provision of the

section. Based on the revised laws, we had to revoke all laws

implemented by the County that regulate firearms and

ammunition. For more information on this situation you can

view agenda items 20-22 at www.leoncountyfl.gov/admin/

agenda/view2.asp?id=10383. We’ll be lobbying for change in

our next Legislative Session.

Bannerman Rd Corridor Study – The Citizens Action

Committee has been meeting and developing

recommendations for the design based upon information

they received from the public hearings. It’s expected that

their report will be brought back to the Commission in

October. Still no funds available to implement the design,

but we will now be ready should Federal stimulus funds

come available.

Northeast Park – I didn’t have the votes to move forward

on a northeast park, but I’ll continue to work to identify

where and how we can establish a park in the north east -

many of the commissioners were supportive but did not feel

that now was the time to spend the dollars. We are, however,

moving forward with a study to determine the feasibility of

having a competitive sports complex here in Leon County.

I’ve studied this issue and from all I’ve read on those

currently in existence they’ve been money makers – a boon

to the economy – and with no other sports complexes in the

Big Bend, southern Alabama and Georgia areas, we would

have year round visitors for competitive sports and a revenue

stream that could prove beneficial. We’ll see how the study

goes – more later.

As always, thank you for your continued support. I’m

honored to serve as your District IV Commissioner. I

appreciate all of your calls, e-mails and letters advising me

of service or operational issues you’ve identified in District

IV. It’s because of you and your continued contact with me

that I am able to identify opportunities for improvement

and make District IV the wonderful place it is to live. I

hope you’ll call me if you have any questions, concerns or

suggestions – [email protected] or 606-5364.

Bryan Desloge

Bryan’s Brief continued from Page 2

The 2011 Hurricane Names are:Arlene

Bret

Cindy

Don

Emily

Franklin

Gert

Harvey

Irene

Jose

Katia

Lee

Maria

Nate

Ophelia

Philippe

Rina

Sean

Tammy

Vince

Whitney


Please see, School Calendar continued on Page 22

Leon County Schools 2011-2012Regular School Calendar

School Board Adopted 1/11/2011

2011August 8 Last Four Day Workweek

15 Teachers Report15-19 Teacher Planning/Inservice Days22 Students Report

September 5 Labor Day Holiday (Districtwide)October 17- 21 FCAT Retakes

21 End of First Nine Weeks (44 day nine weeks)

24 Teacher Planning/Inservice Day (Students Out)

November 11 Veterans Day Holiday (Districtwide)23 Thanksgiving Holiday

(Students & Teachers Out)24- 25 Thanksgiving Holidays (Districtwide)

December 19- 21 Middle and High School Exam Days21 End of Second Nine Weeks

(38 day nine weeks/82 day first semester)

22-30 Winter Holidays (Districtwide)

2012January 2-3 Winter Holidays (Districtwide)

4 District Staff Return and Teachers Return/Inservice Day

5 Students Return16 Martin Luther King Holiday

(Districtwide)February 28 FCAT Writing (Grades 4, 8 and 10)March 1 FCAT Writing (Grades 4, 8 and 10)

16 End of Third Nine Weeks (51 day nine weeks)

19- 23 Spring Break (Students & Teachers Out)

26 Teacher Planning/Inservice Day (Students Out)

April 16-27 FCAT SSS Reading & Math Retakes (Grades 11-Adult)

16-27 FCAT SSS Reading & Math (Grades 3-10)

16-27 FCAT SSS Science (Grades 5, 8, and 11)

May 28 Memorial Day Holiday (Districtwide)29-31 Middle and High School Exams Days/

Elementary, Middle and High Early ReleaseEnd of Fourth Nine Weeks (47 day nine weeks/98 day semester)

31 Last Day of School


Fare Share

After-School Snacks

Recipes courtesy of www.FOODNETWORK.com

1. Sweet Bagel Chips Slice stale cinnamon-raisin bagels

crosswise into thin rounds. Brush the tops with melted butter

and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Bake 10 minutes at 325

degrees F; flip, brush with more butter, sprinkle with more

cinnamon sugar and bake 10 more minutes.

2. Sesame Potato Chips Preheat 2 baking sheets in a 425

degrees F oven. Toss thinly sliced russet potatoes with olive

oil and salt. Spread on the hot baking sheets, sprinkle with

sesame seeds and bake 10 minutes.

3. Salami Snails Top strips of refrigerated breadstick dough

with 1 strip each of provolone and salami; roll into pinwheels.

Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with dried oregano. Bake as

the dough label directs.

4. Apple Quesadillas Melt some butter in a skillet, then lay a

f lour tortilla in the pan and top with grated cheddar and

thinly sliced apple on one side. Fold the tortilla in half and

cook until golden on both sides. Cut into wedges.

5. Nutty Pretzel Wands Spread peanut butter on the top few

inches of pretzel rods. Roll in chopped peanuts and/or dried

fruit.

6. Apple Moons Slice an apple into crescents. Spread with

peanut or almond butter and press granola on top.

7. Crackerwiches Spread peanut butter on saltines. Top with

thin strawberry slices. Drizzle with honey and top each with

another saltine.

8. Smoky Pretzel Mix Melt 1/2

stick butter with 3 tablespoons

brown sugar, 1 teaspoon smoked

paprika and 1/4 teaspoon

cayenne. Toss with 3 cups mini

pretzels and 2 cups

mixed nuts. Spread on a

baking sheet and bake 20

minutes at 325 degrees F,

stirring.

Please see, Fare Share continued on Page 25


Cool Moves continued from Page 8School Calendar continued from Page 20

Some things to remember when exercising in the summer heat:

• Always drink plenty of water before ,during and after any

kind of activity and throughout the day

• Wear light, loose fitting clothes

• Try to walk before 10am or after 6pm when the sun and

heat of the day is not so intense

• Wear good shoes

• Eat a snack before and after exercise such as apple slices

with peanut butter

• Engage in something you love. You’ll be more likely to stick

with it.

It’s never too late to take care of our bodies. Start slowly,

increasing activity by as little as 5 extra minutes per day. Before

you know it, you’ll be fitter, experience less aches and pains and

back to enjoying life again. Now get moving!

Liz Sullivan, LPN

General Manager

850-402-0051

June 1&4 Teacher Planning/Inservice Days/End of Regular Term

4 Four Day Workweek Begins5-6 Teacher Inservice Reading Academy6 ESE Teacher Inservice Summer

Services11- 21 ESE Summer Services11-28 Reading Academy

July 4 Fourth of July Holiday (Districtwide)9-19 Reading Academy9- 26 ESE Summer Services

August 6 Last Four Day Workweek

Tentative: 13 Teachers Report/Teacher

Planning/Inservice Day20 Students Report


To All the Kids continued from Page 12

WE HAD FRIENDS and we went outside and found them!

We fell out of trees, got cut, broke bones and teeth, and there were

no lawsuits from those accidents.

We would get spankings with wooden spoons, switches, ping-pong

paddles, or just a bare hand, and no one would call child services

to report abuse.

We ate worms, and mud pies made from dirt, and the worms did

not live in us forever.

We were given BB guns for our 10th birthdays, 22 rifles for our

12th, rode horses, made up games with stick s and tennis balls,

and - although we were told it would happen - we did not put out

very many eyes. We rode bikes or walked to a friend’s house and

knocked on the door or rang the bell, or just walked in and talked

to them. Little League had tryouts and not everyone made the

team. Those who didn’t had to learn to deal with disappointment.

Imagine that!! The idea of a parent bailing us out if we broke the

law was unheard of. They actually sided with the law!

These generations have produced some of the best risk-takers,

problem solvers, and inventors ever. The past 50 to 85 years have

seen an explosion of innovation and new ideas..

We had freedom, failure, success and responsibility, and we

learned how to deal with it all.

If YOU are one of those born between 1925-1970,

CONGRATULATIONS!

You might want to share this with others who have had the luck

to grow up as kids before the lawyers and the government

regulated so much of our lives for our own good.

While you are at it, share with your kids, so they will know how

brave and lucky their parents were.

Kind of makes you want to run through the house with scissors,

doesn’t it ?

The quote of the month by Jay Leno:

“With hurricanes, tornados, fires out of control, mud slides,

flooding, severe thunderstorms tearing up the country from one

end to another, and with the threat of bird f lu and terrorist

attack s, are we sure this is a good time to take God out of the

Pledge of Allegiance?”

MOST LOYAL ADVERTISER

The Editor would like to thank Mike Bruno for advertising with us since

our first issue of the “Lakes View” Magazine. Another loyal advertiser

will be highlighted in our next issue.


ESP continued from Page 5

Cleanliness of mind, body and soul are the key elements that must

be present to achieve your greatest psychic potential. Make

honesty and kindness keystones to your character. Treat others

the way that you would like to be treated. Don’t allow your home,

work place or mind to be cluttered with unneeded possessions or

negative thoughts. Self discipline and the ability to control your

emotions and direct them positively are vital. If something

unfortunate has happened to you in the past, don’t dwell on it and

let the disappointment control the future direction of you life.

Don’t forget about it either, for it is important to learn from what

happens to us. Shift this memory to an area of your mind where

it can be stored away like an old email on your computer. Don’t

waste your energies or opportunities on feeling guilty. Resolve

instead to do better in the future.

If you work with someone you do not like, make a special effort

to concentrate on their good qualities and to understand the

reasons for the characteristics and behaviors that you find

disagreeable. You will be better off for it emotionally and your

psychic energies will not be dissipated and wasted on anger,

resentment and toxic thoughts. If you are faced with a task you

dislike, get on with it immediately. Don’t stand around wringing

your hands or feeling sorry for yourself because that doesn’t get

the job done. The clearer you are in your intentions, the less

clutter you will have in your mind and in your surroundings and

the more room you will create for your natural powers of ESP to

guide you in every aspect of life. The results and rewards will be

amazing!

Dr. Darlene Treese has been in private practice in hypnosis and

counseling since 1983. She is a Diplomate in Counseling with the

National Institute of Sports and Past President of the American

Psychotherapy and Medical Hypnosis Association. Darlene has

been internationally acknowledged for her positive action and

solution-based therapies and work with corporations. “A person for

the people”, Dr. Dar is always available to help with your questions

and dilemmas through office visits, email or telephone

consultations. Call her at 850-201-0073 or visit

www.AskDrTreese.com


9. Ricotta-Apple Pockets Make Jam Pockets (No. 31), but fill

with ricotta, diced apple and a pinch of cinnamon sugar.

Brush with egg and sprinkle with more cinnamon sugar

before baking.

10. Yogurtwiches Place a scoop of frozen yogurt between

graham cracker squares. Roll the edges in chocolate chips.

Freeze until firm.

11. Pretzel Melts Sandwich small slices of cheddar between

mini pretzels. Put on a parchment-lined baking sheet and

bake about 10 minutes at 425 degrees F. Serve with mustard.

12. Loaded Oatmeal Cookies Prepare a 17.5-ounce package

oatmeal cookie mix as the label directs, but substitute 1/2 cup

applesauce for the butter or oil and add 1/4 cup wheat germ

and 1 cup each chopped mixed nuts, dried fruit and shredded

coconut to the batter.

13. Banana Chips Slice a banana into 1/8-inch-thick rounds and

lay on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 200 degrees F until

golden, 2 to 3 hours. Let harden at room temperature.

14. Chicken and Waffles Mix chicken salad with some sliced

grapes and chopped walnuts. Spoon onto toasted mini whole-

wheat waffles.

15. `Matzo Melts Brush matzo crackers with olive oil and

sprinkle with salt, pepper and dried rosemary. Top with

sliced turkey and shredded cheddar. Bake 5 minutes at 400

degrees F.

Fare Share continued from Page 21

A paraprosdokian is a figureof speech in which the latterpart of a sentence or phrase issurprising or unexpected in a way thatcauses the reader or listener to reframe or reinterpretthe first part. It is frequently used for humorous ordramatic effect. For this reason, it is extremely popularamong comedians and satirists.

Nostalgia isn’t what it used to be.

The last thing I want to do is hurt you. But it’s still on the list.

Dolphins are so smart that within a few weeks ofcaptivity, they can train people to stand on the very edge

of the pool and throw them fish.

Whenever I fill out an application, in the part that says “Inan emergency, notify:” I put “Doctor”.

Hospitality: Making your guests feel like they’re at home,even if you wish they were.

I discovered I scream the same way whether I’m about to be devoured by a great white shark or

if a piece of seaweed touches my foot.

You’re never too old to learn something stupid.

LastLaugh

Important Phone Numbers:Fire Department Dispatch

(non-emergency situations only): 891-4310

Talquin Electric (ex: Light out on your street)

(Bradfordville office): 893-6853

Outages (24-hour service): (1-888) 802-1832

Leon County Sheriff’s Department Dispatch: 922-3300

Leon County Public roads

(Limbs & Trees on KL roads): 606-1400

CALL BEFORE YOU DIG: (1-800) 432-4770

Animal Control 606-5400

Leon County Mosquito Control 606-1400

Waste Management 574-3000

Leon County Storm Water Questions: 606-1400


Cover Photo Contest

This month’s cover photo was submitted

by Jeff Hearn, previous winner of the

“Lake-Friendly Yard” Award. In the

words of the Mr. Hearn, “This photo

was taken on Memorial Day 2011 in my

back yard on Lake Petty Gulf. A Great

Blue Heron showing off his fishing

skills. We really enjoy watching the

abundant and diversified wildlife

that inhabit our community.”

Did you know that your

photography could be showcased

on our cover? If you have a photo

you would like to submit for consideration,

simply send it to [email protected]. All photos should

be highest available quality (at least 300dpi) to be considered. All

entries will be reviewed by the Board of Directors, and the

selected photo will appear on an upcoming issue of the “Lakes

View” Magazine. Call our office at (850) 668-3231 for any

additional questions. Looking forward to showcasing your

submissions!

July 25- Aug 29 Tekesta Park CLOSED for park

renovations

Aug 9 Quarterly open member meeting@ the Historic BradfordvilleSchoolhouse at 7pm

Aug 22 BACK TO SCHOOL!

Aug 25 Arbor Committee meeting@KLHOA at 6:30pm

Sept 8 Board meeting @ the KLHOAOffice at 7pm

Sept 19 Deadline for nominationforms

Sept 22 Arbor Committee meeting@KLHOA at 6:30pm

Jot It Down


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