Hi, Here is some info from Andrea.... Sending this along in case you did not receive it. Please also check www.thesludgereport.org for additional updates. Things are happening very fast in Tallahassee, but as of yesterday, there was no movement on the bills we are watching. I will let you know immediately if we need you to contact legislators over any issues. There are only three choices for our legislators – (1) repeal the inspection provisions of SB550 (HB13); (2) Repeal and replace with a different inspection program. The official bill for this is CS CS CS SB1698 which is unacceptable in its current form and waiting in the Senate Budget Committee for action and further possible amending; (3) Further delay implementation of SB550.
Possible scenarios: (1) If SB1698 is passed in its current form, without the amendment we have been working on, we will need to go directly to Governor Scott and ask for a veto. (2) If the Senate and the House cannot agree on and pass an acceptable compromise, and repeal does not happen, SB550 will be implemented immediately after session closes. At that point, we would have to work directly with Governor Scott to prevent implementation.
I know all of this is very complex and it has been a source of concern and worry for far too long. After three long years of our efforts and legislative activism, it’s still not over. I think we are all beginning to realize that there are very powerful special interests at work that will not allow the issue to be resolved until they have their solution in place. So far, your efforts and the efforts of thousands of others across the state have given notice we will not be run over. Time, I guess, to re-group, renew, and resolve to keep involved, as without you we will all be just another speed-bump. E-mail me if you have any questions, and pass along this information to your e-mail circles.
Many Thanks,
Andrea
This was created for our Bent Oak residences to keep you informed on information pertaining to Bent Oak.
Friday, April 29, 2011
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Sign Stolen
Hi Everybody, Well the Homeowners Association put out signs in the retention areas and one has been stolen already. It was taken from the retention area on Hidden Pine Ln. So now the HOA will have to buy another one and have it installed..... Dave
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Whats New at the Park
Hi, Here is some information on the upcoming activities at Wekiwa Springs State Park, thought you might be interested.... DaveApril 9, 2011
Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Detail: The sixth annual Wekiva RiverFest celebrates the ecological wonder of the Wekiva River Basin and the natural beauty of its underground waterways, springs, rivers and uplands forest. Held Saturday, April 9th from 10:00am until 4:00pm at Wekiwa Springs State Park, the festival will feature live-feed video to large screen monitors from Cambrian Foundation divers exploring the underground cave at Wekiwa Springs, music by instrumental guitarist and Australian Didjeridoo player Dominic Gaudious, nature hikes, food vendors, environmental exhibits, and children’s art and activities.
For this year’s Wekiva RiverFest, Friends of the Wekiva River, the Rotary Club of South Seminole, and the Wekiva River Aquatic Preserve are focusing on preserving the beautiful and fragile river basin by asking homeowners to take the Wekiva Promise. The Promise asks homeowners to pledge support for the best practices of waste management, yard maintenance, and water conservation.
COST: $6 per vehicle for park entry. Free admission and shuttle to Riverfest if you park off-site at the First Baptist Sweetwater Church, 3800 Wekiva Springs Road, Longwood.
For more information visit www.friendsofwekiva.org
Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Detail: The sixth annual Wekiva RiverFest celebrates the ecological wonder of the Wekiva River Basin and the natural beauty of its underground waterways, springs, rivers and uplands forest. Held Saturday, April 9th from 10:00am until 4:00pm at Wekiwa Springs State Park, the festival will feature live-feed video to large screen monitors from Cambrian Foundation divers exploring the underground cave at Wekiwa Springs, music by instrumental guitarist and Australian Didjeridoo player Dominic Gaudious, nature hikes, food vendors, environmental exhibits, and children’s art and activities.
For this year’s Wekiva RiverFest, Friends of the Wekiva River, the Rotary Club of South Seminole, and the Wekiva River Aquatic Preserve are focusing on preserving the beautiful and fragile river basin by asking homeowners to take the Wekiva Promise. The Promise asks homeowners to pledge support for the best practices of waste management, yard maintenance, and water conservation.
COST: $6 per vehicle for park entry. Free admission and shuttle to Riverfest if you park off-site at the First Baptist Sweetwater Church, 3800 Wekiva Springs Road, Longwood.
For more information visit www.friendsofwekiva.org
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