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Putnam Destination

Your Complete Guide to Putnam County & 2015 Chamber Membership Directory

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Putnam County School District 2014-15 “Intelligence plus character That is the goal of true education.” ~Martin Luther King, Jr.

Let’s keep the momentum going!

It is a time of enthusiasm and progress in Putnam County schools. It is an honor to lead our county’s school district, which is also Putnam’s largest employer. I am privileged to work with so many dedicated teachers, administrators and staff, and to be entrusted with the opportunity to help improve our community.

As a district we are continually opening new avenues for student success. Attendance is up throughout the district. We are striving to change the dynamics in all of our classrooms by providing more opportunities and partnering with area businesses.

To the community – Thank you for all your support! As we move forward together, we will continue to work hard every day to give our children every opportunity for success.

Phyllis Criswell

Putnam County Superintendent of Schools

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Let’s Get Acquainted What makes Putnam County such a great place to spend a few hours, days … or a lifetime?

Is it the natural beauty of the mighty St. Johns River and surrounding areas?

Or the unsurpassed hunting and fishing opportunities to be found within our borders?

Maybe it’s the fantastic hiking, biking and equestrian trails, or the many opportunities for wildlife watching.

Perhaps it’s our great parks, including state-operated Dunns Creek and Ravine Gardens.

You’d have to rank our local festivals, which run the gamut from Blue Crab to Catfish to Azalea, near the top too.

And what about our many outstanding local businesses, our schools, college and technical college?

All those and more make Putnam County a great place to live, work and visit, to be sure.

But there is one more intangible you might add to your list, and that’s the wonderful people who make Putnam County their home.

You won’t find better friends and neighbors anywhere.

We have collected many of the local highlights to help you gain a better understanding of why Putnam County is such a unique and special place. We could easily have filled a book twice as big, because there is so much to see, do and experience locally.

We appreciate the support of our local business community and Putnam County Chamber of Commerce, who have partnered with us to make this publication possible.

You will find this book contains a wealth of information on Putnam County sure to interest both the casual visitor and long-term residents alike.

We hope you will find it an invaluable resource as you explore and shop in Putnam County.

Whether you are a first-time visitor or a life-long resident, Putnam County has something to offer that is sure to delight, entertain, inform, save you money or make you smile.

Those of us lucky enough to call Putnam County home may be aware of many of the components that make this one of Florida’s premier destination spots and a great place to live, but there always seems to be something more to learn or explore.

Kick back, grab a glass of sweet tea and imagine the smell of magnolias and the gentle rustling sound of cool evening breezes through Live Oaks dripping with Spanish Moss as you flip through the pages of this publication.

Hopefully, by the time you reach the end, you will have learned something useful about Putnam County in your daily life.

Without a doubt, you will appreciate the scenic beauty and many interesting activities and events we have to offer here.

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Your Complete Guide to Putnam County & Chamber Membership Directory

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ON THE COVER: Crescent City artist Debbie Willis Faivre’s painting was chosen as the cover for this year’s magazine as part of an open competition for local artists depicting their vision of Putnam County.

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Table of Contents 6 Welcome to Putnam 8 Brief History of Putnam County

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Our Communities: Palatka, Crescent City, Interlachen, Welaka, Pomona Park, Melrose and Bostwick

36 Off the Beaten Path - Enjoying the Outdoors 38 Lake Butler - Palatka Trail 40 Dunns Creek State Park 42 Ravine Gardens State Park

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St. Johns River

48 Rodman Reservoir 50 Fishing 54 Bartram Trail 56 Trail information for Hiking, Biking, Equestrian, Wildlife Watching and Hunting

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Education: Putnam County School District, St. Johns River State College and First Coast Technical College

64 Local Resources 66 2015 Calendar of Events 68 Murals 72 Chamber of Commerce & Business Directory

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Welcome to Putnam WELCOME VISITORS & NEWCOMERS!

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hether you are seeking real Florida culture, heritage, recreation, educational experiences, special interest subjects or just relaxing in a small historic town, Putnam County has it all.

Putnam County has a rich and diverse history. The first documented history can be found in William Bartram’s Travels, published in 1769. Bartram describes the Indian settlements and the early pioneers that farmed the area and the abundance of plant life that he found.

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VISITOR’S CENTERS Florida’s Putnam County Chamber of Commerce 1100 Reid Street, Palatka, FL 32177 386.328.1503 • www.putnamcountychamber.com

a relaxing atmosphere with gracious tree-lined streets, picturesque river front homes, country settings with peaceful solitude, easy accessibility without hustle and bustle, natural attractions and other activities that add to Putnam County’s charm.

Because of our many fresh water resources - the St. Johns and Ocklawaha Rivers, Crescent Lake, Rodman Lake and Lake George - we are known for our prized largemouth black bass and native wildlife habitat viewing.

The people and companies of Putnam County believe they share something special here. We invite you to discover the same advantages they have.

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ocated on the St. Johns River about 55 miles south of Jacksonville on U.S. Highway 17, 25 miles west of St. Augustine on State Road 207, 45 miles east of Gainesville on State Road 20 and 90 miles north of Orlando on U.S. Highway 17.

Proximity to:

Beaches.....................................................................25 miles I-95.............................................................................22 miles I-75.............................................................................45 miles Disney Word..............................................................90 miles Tampa......................................................................156 miles Jacksonville International Airport.......................... 72 miles Gainesville Regional Airport...................................47 miles Orlando International Airport................................126 miles Closest Deep Water Port..........................................60 miles (Jacksonville International)

HOW’S THE WEATHER? On average, the warmest month is July. The highest recorded temperature was 105ºF in 1950. The average coolest month is January. The lowest recorded temperature was 11ºF in 1985. The maximum average precipitation occurs in August.

AVERAGE MONTHLY TEMPERATURE IN º F Jan High 68º Low 44º Precip. 3.5”

Feb 71º 46º 3.6”

Mar 76º 51º 3.9”

Apr 81º 57º 2.5”

May 86º 64º 2.9”

Jun 90º 71º 5.6”

Jul 92º 73º 6.4”

Aug 91º 73º 7.7”

Sept 89º 70º 5.8”

Oct 83º 62º 2.9”

Nov 76º 54º 3.0”

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Putnam County A Brief History

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n the office of the Property Appraiser of Putnam County is a land survey which includes updates through the 1850’s. It is signed by Benjamin Alexander Putnam, who was then the surveyor general of East Florida.

Putnam who was a prominent attorney, an officer in the Second Seminole War and a judge of the Eastern Circuit Court would later have the county named for him.

However, 200 years before Putnam’s adventures in the area, as early as 1655, the Spanish were developing Palatka - as well as Gainesville and Tallahassee - into the state’s three principal ranching areas to feed the settlers.

Famed Botanist William Bartram visited the area during an expedition in April 1774 and wrote about finding an Indian Village on what is the site of present day Palatka.

Palatka’s first history is found in “Bartram’s Travels”, a book published in 1791. Another area thought to be mentioned in this book is Welaka, where he described the river and alligators that were, “in such incredible numbers, and so close together from shore to shore, that it would have been easy to have walked across on their heads.”

In 1765, a “Mr. Dunn” received an English grant to certain lands located about half a mile south of the present center of Crescent City, where he built a home, 8

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cleared land and planted crops near Lake Crescent. The lake was known as Lake Dunn until 1876, when it was renamed Lake Crescent. At that time, the once named Deep River which runs between the lake and the St. John’s River was renamed Dunns Creek.

During the American Civil War, Putnam County was sparsely settled and Florida served mainly as a source of food supplies for the southern cause, utilizing the St. Johns River as a main highway into the inland areas.

When the war did come, Palatka and Welaka were occupied by federal troops for a short time.

The turn of the century brought prosperity and growth for most Putnam County communities with new hotels, stores, businesses and railroads. Agriculture, which is still a mainstay for the community saw large farms of citrus and other crops.

Today, Putnam is comprised of neighborhood communities, where friends are invited to come over and sit for a spell. Festivals and parades showcase local artists, vendors and local flavor, while eco-tourism grows as new bicycle trails connect the county and the St. Johns River still draws countless anglers, paddlers and boaters.

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riginally named Pilotaikata, the Seminole-Creek name for “boat crossing,� the city was established as a trading post in 1821 when Dr. Nehemiah Brush purchased the property and began a ferry service.

In 1835 the town was attacked and burned by the Seminoles prior to the start of the Second Seminole War. Recognizing the importance of control of the St. Johns River, the main artery in Central Florida, the military in 1838 established what was initially known as Fort Pilatka; later it would become Fort Shannon, named for Capt. Samuel Shannon.

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Such noted icons such as Zachary Taylor and Lt. William Sherman were stationed at the base.

The officer’s quarters for Fort Shannon, currently houses the Putnam Historic Museum and is one of only a few remaining structures in Florida from the Second Seminole War. With the St. Johns River, the city became a port of entry into the state and was a popular tourist destination in the early 1900s.

Steamboats brought the rich and famous to Palatka including Thomas Edison, Babe Ruth, Harriet Beecher Stowe and President Grover Cleveland.

Palatka served as the final home for William Dunn Moseley, the first governor of Florida. Moseley is buried in Westview cemetery.

During the American Civil War, Federal troops occupied the city.

In 1860, the Hart Line was officially started by Col. Hubbard Hart, with the first steamer named “James Burt.”

The ships traveled to Ocala along the Ocklawaha River.

These riverboats became the gateway to the interior of Florida and Palatka became known as the “Gem of the St. Johns,” boasting several world class hotels including the Saratoga and Putnam House.

Palatka prospered in the late 1880s as an enormous resource of timber and citrus and had a reputation for natural

The original home of the First Presbyterian Church of Palatka was once an old log powder magazine left at Fort Shannon when the military abandoned the base following the Second Seminole War.

beauty.

In 1884, a fire touched off in the business district of Palatka, destroyed most of the area.

Rich in historical architecture, the city of Palatka is home to the Bronson-Mulholland House, an 1854 Greek Revival Plantation home, Ravine Gardens State Park, a civil works project, the Larimer Arts Center and the Tilghman House.

Palatka is now home to over 10,000 residents and is the county seat of Putnam. The current Putnam County Courthouse was constructed in 1909 and demonstrates Classical Revival style of architecture.

Today Palatka has a large downtown business district, a beautiful waterfront park and many historic and cultural sites. Palatka is also home of several festivals and events including the Azalea Festival, held the first weekend of March, Blue Crab Festival, held Memorial Day weekend, the annual Fourth of July fireworks display and nighttime Christmas Parade.

Population (2012 est.): 10,475 Median Age: 33.2 Total Households (2010): 4,128 Total Housing Units: 4,533 Owner Occupied Housing Units: 3,948 Source: US Census Bureau, 2010 Census

Photo above: Spectators watch the annual Fourth of July fireworks along the riverfront.

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City of Palatka Incorporated Jan. 8, 1853

First row: Justin Campbell, Commissioner; Mary Lawson Brown, Vice Mayor/Commissioner; Terrill Hill, Mayor/Commissioner; Rufus Borom, Commissioner; James Norwood, Jr., Commissioner; Second row: Don Holmes, City Attorney; James Griffith, Interim Police Chief; Michael J. Czymbor, City Manager; Betsy Jordan Driggers, City Clerk; Mike Lambert, Fire Chief; Matt Reynolds, Finance Director.

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Regular City Commission meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall.

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General Administration - City Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329-0100 Includes Water, Sewer & Sanitation billing dept., Personnel, Bookkeeping.

Michael J. Czymbor, City Manager Betsy Jordan Driggers, City Clerk Matt Reynolds, Finance Director Cemeteries Administration - Lot Sales and Services . . . . . .329-0175 Building, Zoning & Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329-0103 Includes Building Inspections & Permits, Business Tax Receipts, Special Events Permitting, Park and Facility Rentals Thad Crowe, Planning Director Jonathan Griffith, Facilities, Parks & Projects Manager Bronson-Mulholland House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329-0140 Jeremy Yates, Docent Call for tours and rentals Palatka Main Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329-0103 Charles Rudd, Manager, Ext. 333 Palatka Police Dept./Code Enforcement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329-0115 In any emergency, dial 911 James Griffith, Interim Police Chief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329-0110 Palatka Housing Authority. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329-0132 John Nelson, Executive Director

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Waste Water Treatment Plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329-0146 Brian McCann, Supt.

Water Treatment Plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329-0144 Melvin Register, Supt.

Palatka Municipal Golf Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329-0141 Andy Heartz, Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329-0141 Course Maintenance Supt... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329-0143 Call for Clubhouse reservations and prices Palatka Municipal Airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329-0148 John Youell, Airport Manager Fuel Sales, Hangar Rentals Palatka Gas Authority. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .328-1591 Donald E. Kitner, Manager

Boards & Committees Standing Meeting Dates City Commission ............2nd & 4th Thursday of Month ...6:00pm Planning Board ...............1st Tuesday of Month ................4.00pm Historic Preservation Board ...............................1st Thursday of Month ..............4:00pm Zoning Appeals Board ...............................2nd Tuesday of Month ...............4:00pm Code Enforcement Board ...............................4th Wednesday of Month ..........4:00pm Community Redevelopment Agency.............................2nd Thursday of bi-monthly- Feb., Apr., June, Aug., Oct., Dec., .............................................5:00pm Tree Comm. ....................2nd Monday of Month................4:00pm Airport Advisory Board ....1st Wednesday of Month..... 12:00noon Pension Boards ..............3rd Tuesday of March, June, Sept., Dec. Red Light Ticket Court ...3rd Wednesday of Month ...... 329-0115 For Agenda Deadlines, Please call for date and time

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TOWN PROFILE Palatka City Hall 201 N. 2nd Street Palatka, FL 32177 City Commission meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6 p.m. at City Hall.

Rufus Borom Commissioner rborom@palatka-fl.gov Michael J. Czymbor City Manager 329-0100 mczymbor@palatka-fl.gov Besty Jordan Driggers City Clerk 329-0200 ext. 211 bdriggers@palatka-fl.gov

Mike Lambert Fire Chief 329-1029 mlambert@palatka-fl.gov James Griffith Interim Police Chief 329-0110 jgriffith@palatka-fl.gov

Annual Events: Florida Azalea Festival First Weekend of March Blue Crab Festival Memorial Day Weekend Gem City Shrimp Festival Labor Day Weekend Occupation of Palatka Last Weekend in September

Places of Interest Palatka Riverfront Park Bronson-Mulholland House Palatka Art League/ Tilghman House Larimer Arts Center Terrill Hill Mayor thill@palatka-fl.gov Mary Lawson Brown Vice-Mayor mbrown@palatka-fl.gov James Norwood, Jr. Commissioner jnorwood@palatka-fl.gov Justin Campbell Commissioner jcampbell@palatka-fl.gov 14

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Photo on top: As part of the renovation at the riverfront the newly installed sculpture of a large mouth bass greets boaters at city dock. Above: Chyna McCloud, slides down with Chloi McCloud, at the Blue Crab Festival.

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ncorporated in 1885, Crescent City will be celebrating its 130th Anniversary in 2015. Crescent City sits on the shores of Crescent Lake, one of the largest lakes in the State of Florida and a lake with direct connection to the St. Johns River via Dunns Creek. On the west side of Crescent City is Lake Stella.

Always considered the bass fishing capital of the world (it is in the city logo, it must be true!), Crescent City is also fast becoming the speck fishing capital– hosting the 4th Annual Crappie USA fishing tournament on January 18, 2014.

Amateur fishermen are welcome to participate.

The Crescent City Yacht Club also hosts two regional regatta events on Crescent Lake. And of course, the Crescent City Rotary Club will be putting on its 37th Annual Catfish Festival the first Saturday in April, this regional event features delicious local food such as gator tail, frog legs, swamp cabbage, and of course, catfish. Hot dogs, hamburgers, fried dough and other standard festival fair are also available for the less adventurous palates.

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Photo at top: Hubbard House, also known as San Sui, overlooks Crescent Lake.

Photo above: Volunteers fry catfish and hush puppies during the Crescent City Rotary Club’s annual Catfish Festival held the first Saturday of April each year.

Woman’s Club and Putnam County Tourist Development Council. The event features a parade, crafts, entertainment and children’s activities.

However, you do not need to have a boat or wait for a special event to enjoy Crescent City.

A walking tour of Crescent City is a great way to see some of the historical architecture in the area including the Bela and Henry G. Hubbard House, or San Sui, which is one of two listings on the National Register of Historic Places.

The Crescent City Historic District is also on the National registry and encompasses the area of Lake Stella, Vernon Avenue, Lake Crescent and Orange Avenue. It includes 212 historic buildings. Historical styles include Queen Anne, Colonial Revival, Victorian and Carpenter Gothic to name a few.

Antique shops and small eateries with a variety of offerings are popping up all over town, making it an excellent day trip or weekend getaway any time of year.

Population: 1,577 Median Age: 44.5 Total Households: 889 Total Housing Units: 644 Owner Occupied Housing Units: 382 Source: US Census Bureau, 2010 Census

Photo above right: Children attempt to catch live catfish with a lasso tied to the end of a stick during the Catfish Festival. Photo at right: Paddlers battle to the finish as part of a cardboard regatta. Above: A few of the local antiques on display at the Little Blue House. Bottom: Painting of the original railway station.

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Patrick Kennedy City Manager 386-698-2525 citymanager@ crescentcity-fl.com Robert Johnson Police Chief 386-698-1211 Jason Highfill Fire Chief 386-698-1212

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Having fun with their float, members of the Lake Crescent Mobile Home Park catch the spirit of the Catfish Festival with two anglers depicted trying to bring into their boat an oversized stuffed catfish.

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Independence Day Celebration Saturday before 4th of July

Places of Interest: Crescent Lake Walking Tour of Historic Homes

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Photo on opposite page: An antique car rides in front of historic Interlachen Hall before the Fourth of July parade. Above left: Historic photo of train depot from 1916. Above: Charles Francis, a founding father of Interlachen, maintained an aviary next to the train depot for many years and also raised exotic fowl for one of which he received this pewter trophy in 1925 at the South Florida Fair. Left: Blueberries are picked at the Miller Farm in Interlachen.

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n 1879, Oliver Parker, who had a 160-acre homestead in the central part of the present community of Interlachen, made an agreement with the Florida Southern Railroad. The railroad agreed to have 80 acres of Mr. Parker’s land surveyed and laid out into 14 city blocks and have the survey registered with the county.

In 1881 Florida Southern Railroad engineer N.R. Gruele discovered the area while making plans for a railroad route. Gruele originally called the area Blue Pond. The pond is now known as Lake Lagonda.

The railroad was completed from Palatka through Interlachen in August of 1881.

Before automobiles, the only roads through Interlachen was the Palatka-Micanopy road and a road to Fort Brooks.

In 1888 the town was incorporated and the name changed to Interlachen (between the lakes).

The community is situated between Lake Lagonda and Lake Chipco with numerous lakes and ponds nearby, making it the perfect winter residence for snowbirds and fishing enthusiasts.

In 1892 Town Hall was built. After undergoing massive renovations the building known as Interlachen Town Hall was re-opened as a historical museum and community center. The building is on the National Registry of historic buildings.

Charles Francis, a prudent businessman who operated sand mines in West Putnam as well as forming the Interlachen Telephone Company in 1912, assisted the Interlachen Chamber of Commerce in drawing Boy Scouts of America to the area in 1926 by donating land for a camp. The camp still exists through a trust on property on Lake Lagonda.

In the 1960’s the Interlachen Depot was razed and in the early 1980’s the last train to cross Interlachen pulled with it a gift to the town from Seaboard Coast Line.

The gift, a red caboose and one section of track stand in front of the current town hall as a reminder of the partnership between the railroad and the town.

After the tracks were removed, the former railroad was turned into a green space through the center of town.

The green space was named after Robert Henry Jenkins, Jr., an Interlachen resident and Vietnam veteran who earned the Congressional Medal of Honor.

In 2013, Interlachen celebrated it’s 125th anniversary.

Population: 1,403 Median Age: 43.1 Total Households: 565 Total Housing Units: 682 Owner Occupied Housing Units: 405 Source: US Census Bureau, 2010 Census

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TOWN PROFILE Interlachen Town Hall 311 Atlantic Avenue Interlachen, FL 32148 www.interlachen-fl.gov The Town Council meets second Tuesday of the month at Town Hall (Dickerman Building) at 7 p.m.

Beverly Bakker, Council Member 386-684-3811 bakker@interlachen-fl.gov John Lahert, Council Member 386-684-3811 jlahert@interlachen-fl.gov

Pam Wilburn Town Clerk 386-684-3811 p.wilburn@interlachen-fl.gov Gary Warren Fire Chief, IVFD, Station 4 386-684-2413

Wayne Corbin, Council Member 386-684-3811 corbin@interlachen-fl.gov

Larry Wilburn Police Chief 386-684-2164 lwilburn1@windstream.net

1888 - 2013 Celebrating 125 Years

Annual Events: July 4th Celebration with parade and festival Christmas Celebration with parade and festival

Places of Interest Concerts at the Caboose Dowda Park Grassy Lake Park Robert Henry Jenkins, Jr. Memorial Parkway Lake Lagonda Park Mary Wisham Park Hastings Park Ken Larsen Mayor 386-684-3811 larsen@interlachen-fl.gov Judi Costanzo Chairperson 386-684-3811 jcostanzo@interlachen-fl.gov Carolyn Meadows Vice Chairperson 386-684-3811 meadows@interlachen-fl.gov

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Welaka

Photo above: Kayakers prepare to explore the St. Johns River near Welaka as they participate in the Paddler’s Rondaveu a four-day statewide event to promote kayaking.

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ncorporated June 21, 1887, the name is derived from the Indian name Ylacco, meaning river or chain of lakes.

The area saw a boom to business thanks to the believed medicinal properties of the Welaka springs at the turn of the century. By 1907 Welaka was attracting tourists to its springs and their supposed healing qualities. On Nov. 15, 1907 The Welaka Mineral Springs was incorporated with work continuing on the site into 1908. The Welaka Hotel was opened due to the burgeoning growth of tourism from the springs on Dec. 10, 1908 and was noted for providing light for guests from gas lamps.

While the mineral springs would eventually close, the springs themselves would become part of the Welaka Fish Hatchery, completed under the Civil Works Administration in 1933.

Prior to the beginning of the Great Depression, the city council of Welaka as well as the chamber of commerce were approached with the idea of creating a fish hatchery in Welaka due to its proximity to the St. Johns River and other modes of transportation.

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complete the project. Today, there are 41 ponds at the facility which raise 4.5 to 5 million fish annually which are vital fishery resources for Florida, Georgia, Alabama and the coastal United States.

Each year the Welaka Fish Hatchery hosts a fishing rodeo for children which attracts people from around the state. The hatchery also operates an aquarium which displays some of the fish raised in the ponds created by the CWA project.

Sitting on the banks of the St. Johns River, Welaka is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and bird watchers. There are over 40 native species of birds that can be observed and photographed with a bird observation tower at the Beecher Unit ponds of the hatchery.

Welaka is the home of the Floridian Club as well as other facilities to enjoy fishing including several fish camps.

Welaka State Forest is located along the east bank of the beautiful and historic St. Johns River. The Florida Forest Service maintains the integrity of the natural systems while allowing limited outdoor recreation use and environmental education, especially in the areas of forestry, botany, soils and wildlife ecology. In 1935, under the Federal Resettlement Administration, the

Above: Andy Jackson counted individual fish from a pail during a harvest of a pond of striped bass at the Welaka National Fish Hatchery.

United States government started the Welaka Forestry and Wildlife Conservation Project. The Welaka property was later transferred to the University of Florida as a Florida Conservation Reserve. Welaka State Forest was acquired for management by the Florida Forest Service in 1992 through a transfer of lease from the University of Florida.

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Population: 701 Median Age: 57.3 Total Households: 327 Total Housing Units: 578 Owner Occupied Housing Units: 229 Source: US Census Bureau, 2010 Census

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TOWN PROFILE Welaka Town Hall 400 4th Avenue welaka-fl.gov

Town Council meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

Annual Events:

Christmas Parade December 2015 Spring Fest February 13 - 14, 2015

Places of Interest

Mount Royal Indian Temple Mound Fort Gates Ferry Gordon Sands Mayor 386-467-9800 gsands@welaka-fl.gov Brian Eltervoog Council Member 386-467-9800 beltervoog@welaka-fl.gov Sam McGauley Council Member 386-467-9800 smcgauley@welaka-fl.gov Jamie Watts Council Member 386-467-9800 jwatts@welaka-fl.gov Willie Washington Council Member 386-467-9800 wwashington@welaka-fl.gov Jennifer McDaniel Town Clerk 386-467-9800 jennifermcdaniel@welaka-fl.gov Richard Back Fire Chief 386-336-5198 Casimir Piwowarski Police Chief 386-467-2303 welakapd@welaka-fl.gov 26

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roud to be described as a “nice place to live,” Pomona Park was established in 1874, the town was incorporated in 1894. Pomona was named after the Roman Goddess of fruit trees. She is typically depicted as holding fruit and a pruning knife. Early settlers to the area arrived by steamers from Dunns Creek to Pomona Landing. The settlement consisted of 75 families and was noted for its citrus, grape vineyards, farm produce and long leaf yellow pine.

In the first half of the 20th century, the area was littered with citrus groves.

However due to very hard freezes, few of the groves remain today.

In 1945, the town’s name was officially changed to Pomona Park. The change occurred due to confusion with Pomona and Pompano, Florida. The name changed again in 1963 to the Town of Pomona Park.

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spring-fed lake with public access.

Built in the 1890’s, an old two-story wooden schoolhouse was renovated in 1939 by the WPA and donated to the Town of Pomona Park by the trustees of the Pomona School House. The building became the town hall until 1984 when the town council

meetings moved to the renovated “old” volunteer fire department. Since 1986, the building has served as a community center for family reunions and other community events.

The old packing house on the north end of town was opened in

Photo above: This 1938 photo shows Larry Morse’s house from the back as it was when built in 1860. The small room on the right is thought to have been the kitchen and has been extended to create a larger kitchen and dining area. Photo top left: A more recent photo of Morse’s home. The home has been featured in the past as part of a Christmas Tour of Homes. Photo above right: The evening glow of the sun brings out the golden color of bales of hay placed throughout a field on U.S. 17 south of Pomona Park. Photos opposite page: Top: A dock overlooks Lake Broward and the public swimming access. Bottom: From left, Utah Bill McKendrick, Jerry Horner, Stan Burgoyne, Jack Eichenlaub and middle Hoyt Roberts performed during the 2013 Pomona Park Opry.

1913 by W.S. Middleton, for packing citrus for shipping. In 1945, Clyde D. Middleton was one of the pioneers in the development of frozen orange juice concentrate.

The Town of Pomona Park has a Mayor/ Council form of government. Pomona Park has the distinction of being the first Florida town to have a woman elected as Mayor. Eula E. Dunn was duly elected and sworn into the office of mayor in 1928, serving until 1933.

In 1994, the Town of Pomona Park celebrated its centennial which included a parade, pony rides for children, a barbecue dinner and arts and crafts. In 2014, Pomona Park will be celebrating its 120th year.

Estimated Population: 910 Median Age: 40.3 Total Households: 358 Total Housing Units: 500 Owner Occupied Housing Units: 267 Source: US Census Bureau, 2010 Census

Charles L. Overturf III Supervisor of Elections Putnam County

First-time Voter in State of Florida To register to vote, you must fill out a voter registration application. Once completed, mail or deliver the form to a Supervisor of Elections’ office, the Division of Elections, or any voter registration agency. Voter

registration applications are available at your local Supervisor of Elections’ office or can be downloaded at http://election.dos.state.fl.us/pdf/webappform.pdf.

First-time Voters who Register by Mail Special identification requirements apply if you register by mail and you are a first-time voter in the State and you have not been issued a Florida driver license number, Florida identification number, or a Social Security number. Instead, you must provide one of the following forms of identification in order to register if it contains your name and photograph: - United States passport - Debit or credit card - Military identification - Student identification

- Retirement center identification - Neighborhood association identification - Public assistance identification.

Or you can provide instead a copy of a current and valid utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document containing your name and current residence address. DO NOT SEND ORIGINAL IDENTIFICATION DOCUMENTS TO THE SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS.

Note: All voters are required to provide photo and signature ID at the time of voting. Without a valid identification, a voter can only vote a provisional ballot.

Please give us a call at 386-329-0224 or visit our website at www.putnam-fl.com/soe if you have any questions about registering or voting.

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TOWN PROFILE

The Office of Property Appraiser is part of your local county government, serving all of Putnam County, both the unincorporated areas and the cities of Crescent City, Interlachen, Palatka, Pomona Park and Welaka.

The primary responsibility of this office is to set a value for every piece of property in Putnam County, no matter how big or how small, on the appraisal date, which is January 1 of each year.

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1775 Hwy 17 South PO Box 518 Pomona Park, FL 32181 pomonapark.com Town Council meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month.

Annual Events:

Everybody’s Having A Yard Sale 1st Saturday in November Christmas Jamboree 2nd Saturday in December Pomona Park Community Market 1st Saturday each month

Places of Interest

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We here at Hitchcock’s still today are all about offering only the highest quality foods at competitive prices, clean stores and with friendly well trained and knowledgeable employees. We take pride in training our employees in areas of their responsibility. All of our Meat and Produce employees complete intensive apprentice training programs that are designed specifically with you the customer in mind. Our Pharmacy managers and staff are all about the customers and helping with their wellness needs. Our store managers are home grown, many of which started part time as baggers and over the years with intense in house training have become outstanding service oriented managers with only the customers’ needs in mind. They know how and take pride in delivering a well-stocked, clean and service oriented store for their customers.

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Melrose

wo years after Florida became a U.S. Territory (1821), surveyors described the area of Melrose as “an uninhabited wilderness, except (for) a few Indian villages.”

The area remained isolated until 1877 when Melrose was platted and plans laid for a canal that would make it a waterport. The canal opened in 1881 and steamboats began transporting passengers and freight across the lakes between Melrose Bay and the railroad in Waldo.

Melrose’s “golden age,” during the 1890’s when many of its historic homes were built, largely ended about the turn of the century After the Civil War, families began to settle around Melrose Bay, an inlet off of Lake Santa Fe. Initially, the new community was called “Shake Rag.” This name came from the many horse races they used to hold. To start or end a race, they shook a rag, hence the name, “Shake Rag.” On May 10, 1877, a plat was Photo top left: The old volunteer fire house remains a fixture in Melrose, nestled in between buildings on SR 26. Top right: Award winner Chuck Ritter displays bloom at his camellia garden in Melrose. Right: Artists paint in the new Senior Community Center. Activities take place each day during the week from painting to quilting and more. Volunteers work in the refreshment booth as well to earn money for the center.

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recorded in Alachua County naming the community, “Melrose.” It has been speculated that the area women desired a more dignified name for their community and named it for Melrose, Scotland.

As settlers found Melrose, new ideas abounded. In the early 1880’s, a group formed to build a canal between Lake Santa Fe and Lake Alto to the west with another canal from Lake Alto to Waldo which was located on the railroad. This gave them transportation to northern markets for their crops. Soon, Melrose was a lively and bustling community.

Until the great freeze of 1894 winter, this area had been the center of the citrus industry. After the freeze, this area practically stood still for many years.

However, we are fortunate that many of the homes from Melrose’s heyday have survived. There are 72 structures contributing to Melrose’s Historic District which is on the National

Register.

Melrose Bay Park, snuggled up to beautiful Melrose Bay, offers peace and quiet just a couple blocks away from all the traffic along Bellamy Avenue (SR 26). Bring your children to play in the water at the sand beach, read a book on a park bench, or come to watch a local rowing team launch their long racing shell to practice on Lake Santa Fe beneath the fading rays of the afternoon sun.

TOWN PROFILE Community Events Melrose Community Farmer’s Market at Melrose Heritage Park Fridays 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Annual Events: Merry Melrose Christmas Parade and Arts Festival 2nd Saturday of December

Places of Interest Melrose Bay Park Tour the art galleries throughout the community

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Bostwick

ituated along the railroad, ten miles north of Palatka, Bostwick derives its name from the “Bostwick Grant” in reference to a man from Jacksonville who owned the property.

In 1904, John W. and Orilla Glisson gave a parcel of land for the purpose of a missionary Baptist church and cemetery. A group of people built the church, “nestled among a grove of oaks.” In 1925 the church moved into Bostwick.

From 1921 to 1977, a two-story wooden building served as part of the Bostwick school. Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, the school currently serves as the public library after renovations using money raised by the community and grants were completed.

After the school closed, the newer wing became a community center, meeting place for Boy Scouts Troop 492, as well as the Bostwick public library.

Started in 1997, the Bostwick Community Association, Inc. has held an annual Blueberry Festival to raise money for renovations to the school, and provide financial support for community needs. The festival starts the morning early with a pancake breakfast beginning at 8 a.m. The 34

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breakfast attracts locals as well as visitors from Jacksonville, St. Augustine and Gainesville. A line that stretches outside the building is a common sight during the festival until the last pancake is served. The festival is the place to satisfy all of your blueberry cravings from ice cream to cakes as well as blueberries sold by the bag and blueberry plants for those that wish to grow their own.

In 2003, the kitchen and cafeteria, a separate building, caught fire one night and destroyed the structure.

In 2006, a new community and senior center was completed using funds from the Better Place Plan and insurance money from the fire.

Complete with an industrial kitchen, the community center hosted its first Blueberry pancake breakfast in the new location in June of that year.

Photo above left: Festival goers enjoy pancakes during the Blueberry Festival. Top: Chase Matott catches some air over a hill during practice at Bostwick Creek Motorcross Park north of Bostwick. Above: Steven Johnson flips a blueberry pancake on Saturday on one of three grills used to cook part of the blueberry pancake breakfast for the Bostwick Blueberry Festival.

Below: Cylei Hutchinson, right, and her cousin Kendall Hutchinson work to put the finishing touches on bruschetta during a cooking summer camp.

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Whether a fishing enthusiast, an avid bicyclist, a hunter, a day hiker or an equestrian, we have the perfect outdoor experience waiting for you. From the recently opened portion of the Lake Butler to Palatka trail to established venues like Rodman Reservoir and Ravine Gardens State Park, these locations promote all that the outdoors has to offer.

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If you Build It, They Will Come

Lake Butler - Palatka Trail

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n Putnam County, hiking, biking and horseback trails are replacing abandoned rail lines. Currently, the Lake ButlerPalatka trail has seen extensive changes and improvements as new sections are opened.

The project is part of a larger goal to connect St. Augustine to Lake City and make the total length of paved trail more than 100 miles and will provide links to a 260-mile St. Johns River to Sea Loop. Construction completed in 2013 consisted of a 4.3 mile section through Palatka, crossing Memorial Bridge into East Palatka. Finished with this portion, the trail is getting closer to completion of Putnam’s 47-mile portion.

The trail runs along the former Norfolk-Southern Railroad right-of-way through Putnam, Clay, Bradford and Union counties. Purchased with Preservation 2000 funds through the Florida Greenways and Trails Acquisition Program, the Rails to Trails Conservancy played a key role in preserving the corridor for conversion to a rail-trail. It was designated as part of the Florida Greenways and Trails System in 2007 and is being constructed by the Florida Department of Transportation in segments as funding becomes available.

Shortly after the completion of this portion of the trail, Bike Florida held its 20th Anniversary spring ride with a week long mass tour that will began in the City of Palatka on March 22, 2014 and brought hundreds of cyclists through the community.

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Since the development of the trails began, a citizen support organization for Putnam Blueways and Trails has formed to promote and protect the Blueways and Trails in Putnam County. The organization holds events and support other events that use the trails, and represents the trails to government entities.

For more information on the Putnam Blueways and Trails, Citizen Support Organization call 386-329-0469

Top: Riders with the Bike and Build organization start the last leg of their ride for Monday on a section of finished multipurpose trail in East Palatka. Above: Golden shovels stand ready for the ground breaking ceremony of the Palatka section of the Lake City to St. Augustine Rail Trail on Tuesday in Palatka in 2012.

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n 1880, the Dunns Creek property housed a railroad station, post office, express office, general store and a lodging facility. A farming, timbering and turpentine community, Sisco, grew up along this facility. The property eventually became a hunt club in the mid-1900s and was then sold to the Nature Conservancy in 1990, which transferred ownership to the state for continued preservation, restoration and management of its natural and cultural features.

When officially opened, recreational uses will include fishing and hiking. The conceptual land use plan by the state of Florida proposes a campground, trails, picnic areas, a small boat ramp, a canoe/ kayak launch, boardwalks and overlooks and equestrian facilities.

Currently access to the park is available at the Blue Pond entrance located off of US 17 north of Pomona Park. This allows visitors to hike or bicycle along a 1.5 mile trail to the 40

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pristine waters of Blue Pond. For geocachers, there are several geocaches located on the property.

From the Blue Pond picnic area, there are four marked trails. These area trails are also available for equestrian use.

In December, a new entrance to the park was installed with help from the Friends of Dunns Creek State Park Citizens Support Organization (CSO).

The new entrance is located off of Sisco Road and will be the main entrance to the larger part of the park when it is opened on a daily basis in the future.

The park occupies approximately 6,222.4 acres and has over 20 identified natural communities. It is one of two locations known to have specimens of the Etoniah Rose. Native Americans used the site extensively, especially the area

around Piney Bluff landing as proven by an extensive shell mound in the location.

Twice annually the park hosts an open house for visitors which includes a boat tour of Dunns Creek to Crescent Lake, trail rides for equestrians, a poker run for kayakers, trail ride for cyclists, hiking, camping and more. These events allow guests to see more of the park and the beauty of the natural surroundings. The open house is open the first weekend in November and the second weekend of April.

For those who can’t get enough of the park, members of Friends of Dunns Creek State Park have access to the park on a monthly basis for work days.

Dunns Creek is located on US 17, north of Pomona Park.

For more information about the park contact Ravine Gardens at 386-329-3721.

For more information on volunteering, visit www.friendsofdunnscreek.org.

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Ravine Gardens State Park W

hile the Great Depression wrecked havoc on families throughout the nation, Palatka paving contractor T.B. Gillespie saw firsthand how the prosperous community around him transformed, now being marked by the hungry and those in dire distress. As a garden lover, he discussed the dense jungle ravine with several prominent citizens which led to a committee being appointed to appear before the Palatka City Commission. On March 22, 1933, this committee asked for approval to clear the dense jungle growing around the ravine and was approved. Jacksonville architect Richard Forrester was commissioned to start on April 5, 1933 On Nov. 20, 1933 a delegation traveled to Tallahassee in regards to Putnam’s allocation of the civil works fund. The group’s focus was on the Ravine Gardens and the Welaka Fish Hatchery due to the permanent nature of both projects and their use in the future. The delegation was well received and $150,000 was recommended.

By November 25, 1933 95,000 azaleas were purchased for the Ravines. 45,000 azaleas were acquired from three north Florida nurseries at a total cost of approximately $10,000. The remaining 40,000 were included in the entire purchase of a central Florida nursery at a delivered price of $16,500. On Monday, Nov. 27, 1933, 600 men were placed to work at the Ravine Gardens.

On March 11, 1934 the first of the three suspension bridges to span the Ravines were opened and in operation.

The formal opening on Dec. 2, 1934 was without any fanfare

Top: A visitor walks along the paved trail as azaleas bloom throughout the park. Right: A postcard commissioned through the civil works council touts the beauty of the azaleas located within the park.

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since the Court of States was not complete due to lack of funding. At that time the City of Palatka became the official trustee of the gardens. The Court of States would be finished with a 64-foot obelisk dedicated to FDR. Florida was the first flag to be dedicated at the Court of States on Feb. 17, 1935 by Gov. Scholtz.

As popularity for the Ravine Gardens grew, the Junior Chamber of Commerce, (Jaycees), looked to capitalize on the charm of the azaleas by proposing an annual festival. While humble in its beginnings, the Azalea Festival is now touted as one of the oldest festivals in Florida.

In 1936, a small article on the very bottom of the front page of the Palatka Daily News informed housewives and businessmen to plan Newly installed water wheel at Ravine Gardens State Park to host a statewide flower and plant show the remodeled and expanded to become a two-story multi-use facility. following year on the grounds of the gardens. Instead a motion was A picnic pavilion was installed on the property to resemble one of adopted to create a local Azalea festival in March 1937. the structures removed previously. Fountains that were destroyed In 1938 the Jaycees transformed their “Jaycees Day” at the over time in the court of states have also been recreated in the last gardens into the first official Azalea festival with Geraldine Meyer decade. of St. Petersburg crowned as the first Azalea queen on February Under the direction of current Park Manager Mark Giblin, ponds 20, 1938. Crowned with white azaleas and given a bouquet with have been cleared of debris and over growth, repair of the butterfly the same flowers, Meyer was among a list of 10 contestants on a fountain continues and old undergrowth has been cleared away to weekend when more than 7,500 visitors were on hand to witness allow the azaleas to grow. the festivities at the gardens.

The original administration building is currently the meeting site In 1970 the state park system officially took control of the park. for the Garden Club of Palatka, Inc., and dates back to the initial While the Azalea festival separated from Ravine Gardens, under development of the gardens. The neighboring Wilson Cypress the state park system Azalea Days began as a flower and plant show. Company of Palatka was a member of the Southern Cypress Numerous changes have occurred during city ownership as Association, which was headquartered in Chicago. The architectural well as during the management of the property as a state park. plans used for the construction of the building are a duplicate of the Buildings were demolished due to safety. A concrete block building cypress structure that created so much interest at the 1933 Chicago that was used for administration up until the 2000s was gutted, World’s Fair. The Works Progress Administration (WPA) funded the construction of the administration building. The Wilson Cypress Company donated lumber and the structure was completed in 1934. Some modern utilities have been added, but the building has no air conditioning. It is significant as an example of American Rustic Architecture, as part of the overall designed landscape and as a surviving example of New Deal-era construction.

The park consists of a 1.8-mile paved trail as well as hiking trails.

A community center complex is available for meetings, weddings and special events.

Palatka Garden Club members arrange items for sale at their clubhouse at the Ravine Gardens State Park as they prepared for Azalea Days.

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Ravine Gardens is located at 1600 Twigg Street in Palatka.

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St. Johns River

or nearly 300 miles, the twisted course of the St. Johns River runs northward, up nearly one half the length of the state.

William Bartram explored the river in 1773, however the source of the river wasn’t charted until 1822. John Eatton LaConte, working for the United States government charted the location. What he described was the result of abundant rainfall of South Florida and that while part drains into the St. Lucie River, Lake Okeechobee or the Everglades, the remaining portion seeps into the St. Johns River.

Flowing northward the St. Johns passes through nine lakes: Helen Blazes, Sawgrass, Washington, Winder, Poinsett, Harney, Monroe, Woodruff and George, eventually emptying into the Atlantic Ocean.

During the Civil War, steamboats were used along the river for blockade running by the Confederate Army.

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Photo at top: Aerial view of the St. Johns River toward Palatka. Left: Lee Stalvey bags a good sized bass during the Bassmaster Open on the St. Johns River. Above: Terrell Robinson pulls his cast net in from the Palatka docks on the St. Johns River.

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Fishing would become a popular tourist attraction for the river, with Crescent City named the “Bass Capital of the World.”

In addition to big mouth bass, the St. Johns River also offers such sport fishing as the striped bass, blue gill, channel catfish and shellcracker to name a few. In the late summer and fall months, shrimping from boats and off docks and piers is a popular pastime as the brackish water sends the shrimp down the river.

Yearly events take place along the St. Johns River, from Christmas boat parades in both Welaka and Palatka, bass tournaments, including the Bassmaster Elite to the ever popular Mug Race for sailboats. The river that flows north has truly been and will continue to be an asset to Putnam County.

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Rodman Reservoir

he beauty of the Ocklawaha was realized and utilized by owners and operators of the steamlines that traversed the river during the 1800’s.

Rodman Reservoir is located on the Ocklawaha River. The reservoir was created in the 1960’s when the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers constructed Rodman Dam as part of the now defunct Cross Florida Barge Canal.

The Corps needed a pool with enough water to float barges.

Rodman Reservoir encompasses 9,000 acres and 16 miles of the Ocklawaha River In 1935, construction began on a ship canal from Yankeetown to Palatka. In 1962, the project was recreated as a barge canal and work restarted.

On Feb. 27, 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson set off the explosion marking the beginning of the Cross Florida Barge Canal.

In 1968, the dam was completed and Rodman was flooded.

However, in 1971, President Richard Nixon halted work on the project and in 1990 the project was officially decommissioned. One of those leading the fight in preserving Florida’s green spaces was noted conservationist Marjorie Harris Carr.

Rodman Reservoir has become the most controversial and well-known place in Putnam County. The lake has become a battleground as fishermen fight to keep it and environmentalists seek to have it removed. Staunch supporters of the reservoir include Save Rodman Reservoir, Inc, which hosts an annual bass tournament.

A 7,200 foot-long earth fill dam was built across the Ocklawaha River, just west of the H.H. Buckman Lock to impound water for the reservoir. A four-gate spillway, built into the dam, controls the water elevation in the reservoir.

Buckman Lock is 600 feet long and 84 feet wide. The purpose of the lock is to lift boats and barges from the level of the St. Johns River to the level of Rodman.

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Top: Boaters traverse through the dense vegetation at Rodman Reservoir. Above: The George Kirkpatrick Dam can be seen in this aerial photo. The dam was part of the Cross Florida Barge Canal project that was officially decommissioned in 1990.

facilities, Rodman attracts more than just tournament anglers.

Hikers, families, snow birds and groups like scouts often use the facilities. State surveys show more than 350,000 visitors, visit Rodman Reservoir each year with more than $6 million in direct spending in Putnam County by those visitors.

In 1992, the property from the project became state property and eventually was named the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway.

In 2003, the dam was renamed to honor the late state Sen. George Kirkpatrick, a long-time ally of Rodman.

Rodman Reservoir was named one of the 10 best fishing lakes in Florida for largemouth bass by Florida’s Fish and Wildlife Commission due to the rich vegetation and sunken logs in the area.

Rodman Recreation area is free and open to the public.

Rodman Campground is operated by the Florida Office of Greenways and Trails. The campground is located at 410 Rodman Road, Palatka and can be booked by calling 386-326-2846

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Fishing in Putnam

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utnam County is home to three of the “Top 10” fisheries in Florida as designated by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The climate ensures excellent fishing year round. While known as the “Bass Capital of the World,” Putnam offers a wide variety of freshwater, saltwater and brackish water fishing. Freshwater species includes largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, shellcracker and catfish.

Salt water species includes red fish, flounder, sea trout and tarpon. In the summer and early fall months, shrimp migrate up the St. Johns River and are easily caught off docks or by boat with cast nets.

Lake George, the second largest lake in Florida after Lake Okeechobee, is not only one of the premier largemouth bass fishing lakes, it is also perfect for crappie and blue gill. With extensive vegetation, primarily eelgrass, it provides excellent habitat for bass.

Rodman Reservoir also makes Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission’s list as a top spot for bass fishing.

The area covers 9,500 acres of prime largemouth bass habitat.

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in the upper and lower St. Johns River and Dunns Creek system from early May through June. Small catfish can be caught all year, but best fishing occurs in the spring and fall. This area is also listed as a top spot according to Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission.

The St. Johns River is also listed as a prime spot for catching striped bass and sunshine bass. Fish in the 8 to 12-pound range are common. However, if you’re looking for the big one, remember stripers over 20 pounds are rare. Striped bass move through the system during fall and winter. Popular spots include Memorial Bridge, and the jetties and bombing ranges in Lake George.

Putnam County has the highest economic impact from freshwater fishing of all rural counties in Florida with a population under 75,000. Putnam waters also attract many bass clubs from surrounding counties on a regular basis and have been featured on national circuits.

Putnam County and Palatka are recognized across the nation as one of the favorite sites for the Bassmaster Anglers Sportsman Society (BASS) professional fishing circuit. Not to leave the youngest anglers behind, in the spring the Welaka Fish Hatchery holds an annual fishing rodeo at their catfish ponds.

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Toll free 1-888-347-4356 from anywhere in the United States or Canada. You’ll receive a temporary license and a permanent one will be mailed within 48 hours.

May be purchased at: Putnam County Tax Collectors Office 312 Oak Street, Palatka 1114 Hwy 20, Interlachen 19 N. Summit Street, Crescent City or from sub-agents who are generally located at tackle shops, fish camps, hardware stores, etc. www.floridaconservation.org for more information.

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Bartram Trail

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ver 200 years ago William Bartram, along with his father John, traversed the waterways of the St. Johns River.

The pair visited East Florida and nine years later William would return to further explore the area.

Bartram’s observations and notes were printed in his manuscript, ”Travels in Georgia and Florida 1773-74: A Report to Dr. John

Fothergill.” Fothergill funded the Bartram’s expedition in return for plant specimens and sketches of birds, fish, flowers and plants.

Most of Bartram’s adventures on the St. Johns River document sites still relatively untouched in Putnam County. The springs, lakes and animals well documented

by Bartram still exist in the their natural state today, placing Putnam in a unique situation to continue to preserve the beauty he saw, wrote about and sketched.

Locations of importance in Putnam County included the site of a Native American village on the banks of what is now Palatka, Mount Royal, a Native American burial site and Spalding’s Lower Store, arguably the most important point of reference on the St. Johns River. Managed by Charles McClatchie, Spalding’s

A blue heron takes flight from a dock at Hermit’s Cove. Ken Mahaffey, left, and Dean Campbell, right, discuss places to put a marker for Seven Sisters Island as Sam Carr holds the sign.

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William Bartram’s Alligator, Alligator mississipiensis

-Courtesy Natural History Museum, London

Lower Store was Bartram’s base of operation during his travels.

The location allowed Bartram to store his collections as he ventured throughout East Florida. The site served as a hub of commerce and travel for Europeans and Native Americans.

In September 2012 the Putnam County Bartram Trail committee was officially formed and were awarded a grant in January 2013 to document sites in Putnam County. There are now a variety of maps to facilitate viewing some of the Bartram sites.

Site locations as designated with a sign and more prominent areas have a kiosk.

Hiking, driving and biking trails go close to many of Bartram’s sites, but to truly experience the area as Bartram did, the waterway trail is the best option.

Trail maps are available at the Putnam Chamber of Commerce or can be accessed online at www.bartram.putnam-fl.com

Travels in East Florida (adapted from William De Brahm’s Map of the General Survey of East Florida... 1766-1770, in Harper, William Bartram’s Travels

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For More Adventure Check out these other locations for hunting, hiking, canoeing, wildlife viewing and equestrian trails. These locations are not only known for the abundance of wildlife, but also scenic views. Many trails are multi-use, so remember to share paths and be aware of other visitors.

Etoniah Creek State Forest

Etoniah Creek State Forest named for Etoniah Creek, has 7,145 acres of pine-palmetto flatwoods, sand hill, hardwood hammocks, and creek bottoms.

Recreational activities on the forest include hiking, fishing, hunting, nature study, wildlife viewing and photography. There is one designated trail for horseback riding and trails for bicycling will be established in the future.

Deer, squirrel and turkey hunting are good, while wild hog, migratory bird, and small game hunting is fair.

Camping is authorized only by permit from the Division of Forestry. No dogs or ATVs are permitted. Etoniah Creek State Forest is located in the north- west part of the county off S.R. 100 on Holloway Rd. For more information, contact Etoniah Creek State Forest, 390 Holloway Road, Florahome, FL 32140. (386) 329-2552

Get a Hunting License

Toll free 1-888-486-8356 from anywhere in the United States or Canada. You’ll receive a temporary license and a permanent one will be mailed within 48 hours.

May be purchased at: Putnam County Tax Collectors Office 312 Oak Street, Palatka 1114 Hwy 20, Interlachen 19 N. Summit Street, Crescent City or from sub-agents who are generally located at tackle shops, fish camps, hardware stores, etc. www.floridaconservation.org for more information.

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Equestrian Trails

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Caravelle Ranch Conservation Area

24,869 acres of river bottom hardwoods, pasture and pine-palmetto flatwoods with small hammocks intermingled. Camping is allowed with a permit. No dogs or ATVs are permitted.

It is located on S.R. 19 South, approximately 9 miles south of Palatka There are a series of trails that are mixed use and traverse through a variety of ecosystems.

Picnic area and wildlife viewing are available.

Seasonal use is included for hiking and biking.

Closed during hunting season.

Several equestrian trail areas are available.

Caravelle Ranch equestrian trails are accessible at the S.R. 19 entrance. Trails are closed during hunting season.

View sparrows, turkeys, wading birds, and swallowtail kites. Closed to viewing during hunting seasons.

Seasonal boating and canoeing is available.

Hunting season is from September to March. Turkey hunting is excellent, while deer, migratory bird, small game, and wild hog hunting are fair to good. A special- opportunity dove hunt is offered on four 50-acre dove fields.

For more information, contact the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Northeast Region Office, 1239 S.W. 10th St., Ocala, FL. (352) 732-1225.

Georgia-Pacific Wildlife Management Area Georgia-Pacific Wildlife Management Area has 3,661 acres of creek bottom hardwoods and pine-palmetto flatwoods. Camping is allowed with a permit and no dogs or ATVs are permitted. Small game and turkey hunting is good, while deer, wild hog, and migratory bird hunting is fair.

Georgia-Pacific Wildlife Management Area is located west of Palatka on S.R. 100. For more information, contact Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation N.E. Region Office, 1239 S.W. 10th St., Ocala, FL. (352) 732-1225.

Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway, Kenwood and Rodman Recreation Area Crossing Central Florida from the St. Johns River to the Gulf of Mexico, the Cross Florida Greenway is a 110-mile corridor that crosses a variety of natural habitats.

Putnam County is the east trailhead for the Greenway, with several recreation areas including Kenwood and Rodman Recreation Areas located on Rodman Reservoir and Buckman Lock and the St. Johns Loop Trails.

At the trailhead south of Palatka there are a series of trails that include a 4.5-mile hiking trail that meanders through natural woodlands of cypress wetlands and hydric hammocks.

The Putnam county segment of the 1,300mile footpath for the Florida National Scenic Trail is accessible at the Cross Florida Greenway.

The trail runs north to Rice Creek Sanctuary, connects with the Palatka to Lake Butler Trail and Etoniah State Forest. For more information, contact: Florida Trail Association. 1-(877) HIKEFLA. The St. Johns Loop trail has a 2-mile equestrian trail that travels along the southside of the Cross Florida Barge Canal.

Cross Florida Greenway Kenwood & Rodman Recreation Areas provide observation spots for viewing all types of birds, including limpkin, coot, common gallinule, wood ducks, swallowtail kite, osprey, southern bald eagle, woodpecker, jays, hawks, flycatcher, wrens, heron, white ibis, and a variety of egrets.

Recommended launch area for the Oklawaha River for boating, kayaking and canoeing is located at Rodman Recreation Dam and pull out is located at the State Road 19 Bridge.

Camping is available by reservation at Rodman Recreation area. Sites include Recreational vehicle hook-ups, bathrooms and primitive campsites for tents. To reserve a site, call 386-328-2846.

To get to Rodman Dam, travel south on S.R. 19 to Rodman Recreation Area. Turn right on Rodman Dam Road and follow to the Dam launch. The Cross Florida Greenway is located approximately 9 miles south of Palatka on U.S. 19.

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Welaka State Forest Trails

A series of foot trails offers the public an opportunity to walk and observe wildlife.

While walking the trails of Welaka State Forest look for woodpeckers, eagles, hawks, wrens, warblers, Osceola turkey, herons, egrets, and owls.

The Sandhill Horse Trail is available for equestrian use, as well as hiking. Welaka State Forest also manages a 72-horse stable, training arenas and show horse arena, which are all available for rental.

Welaka State Forest has 2,288 acres of various ecosystems along the east bank of the St. Johns River. The Division of Forestry maintains the integrity of the natural systems while allowing outdoor recreation use and environmental education, including complete equestrian facilities. Welaka State Forest is located approximately 17 miles south of Palatka on State Road 309, one mile south of the town of Welaka. For more information, contact the Welaka State Forest at (386) 467-2388.

Welaka Fish Hatchery

A 3⁄4 mile footpath that travels through natural pine forest. Picnic area, wildlife observation deck and interpretive information are available. Located at the Welaka National Fish Hatchery.

The Hatchery’s ponds attract fish-eating wading birds, eagles, ospreys, hawks, waders, white ibis, sandhill cranes, kingfishers, and mergansers.

Murphy Creek & Island

Murphy Creek is approximately 4 miles long and runs along the east bank of Murphy Island, located at the confluence of Dunns Creek and the St. Johns River. Paddlers can put in at Palatka - Brown’s Landing Road south of Palatka and paddle across the St. Johns River at Marker 16 to the mouth of Dunns Creek.

Murphy Creek Conservation Area has 1,707 acres that are predominantly hardwood swamp. Murphy Island contains one of the few upland areas along the St. Johns River that can be reached by boat. Primitive camping is permitted at designated sites only in Murphy Creek Conservation Area. The entrance to the conservation area is located off of U.S. 17, west on C.R. 309-B. A parking area is approximately one- half mile on the north side of the road.

Access to Murphy Island is by boat only. For more information, contact the St. Johns River Water Management District Division of Land Management at (386) 329-4404.

Lake George Conservation Area

More than 10 miles of horse trails traverse through this conservation area. There are several access points to Lake George Conservation area. Trail use is limited during hunting season.

Located in Putnam and Volusia Counties, Lake George Conservation Area has 35,380 acres of planted pine plantations, oak hammocks, bayheads, and dense creek swamps. Camping is allowed with a permit. No ATVs allowed. Lake George Conservation Area is located 3 miles west of Crescent City on Georgetown-Denver Rd. For more information, contact the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Northeast Region Office, 1239 S.W. 10th St., Ocala, FL. (352) 732-1225.

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Ocala National Forest

Small game hunting is good, and deer and turkey hunting is fair to good. Hunters could encounter bears while hunting on the Ocala Wildlife Management Area. (352) 732-1225.

Ocala National Forest Located in Marion, Putnam and Lake Counties, the Ocala National Forest has 382,408 acres that range from dense sand pine-scrub oak communities to wet and dry prairies to longleaf pine-palmetto flatwoods.

Camping, dogs and ATVs are allowed. To access, travel south on S.R. 19 from Palatka approximately 15 miles. For more information, contact the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Northeast Region Office, 1239 S.W. 10th St., Ocala, FL. (352) 732-1225.

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Education PUTNAM SCHOOLS DELIVER!

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he Putnam County School District includes 19 schools that serve more than 10,000 students in grades PreKindergarten through grade 12. It is the largest employer in the county with more than 1,500 employees.

Putnam County Schools are committed to ensuring that all of our students have the opportunity to grow academically, socially and emotionally. Teachers, principals, support personnel, custodians, instructional assistants and food service personnel go above and beyond expectations to meet the

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varied needs of the diverse students they serve.

The Cambridge Program is in its second successful year. The Cambridge program offers rigorous, internationally recognized preuniversity curriculum in grades K-10. It provides students with a broad and balanced education that prepares them to enter a university with college credits and provides the skills required to be successful once they become college students.

Cambridge is recognized as the equivalent of the first and/or second year standing at colleges and universities. Students who finish the program by passing six of the exams in three areas and complete community service hours will be automatically eligible for the Bright Futures Academic Scholarship Award.

To better transition elementary students into middle school, the C.L. Overturf, Jr. Sixth Grade Center

was created. Its focus is on helping students build a solid foundation both socially and emotionally, and emphasizes real-world academics prior to students entering their middle school years.

The District continues to offer a broad selection of advancement opportunities for all students, including dual enrollment at St. Johns River State College, AP classes, AVID, career and technical programs and gifted programs.

Welding. Industry certification is also available.

Numerous opportunities are offered in FFA, FBLA, HOSA, DECA and CISCO. Outstanding JROTC programs are offered at the high schools. Also available are girls’ and boys’ athletics, band, chorus, art, musical theater, and various clubs and organizations.

All schools strive to prepare students for college and career readiness, the military and the workforce.

The five-member school board meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday each month at the District’s administrative offices.

Courses are also available through Florida Virtual School and Putnam’s My District Virtual School.

Career and Technical Education programs are available at all middle and high schools. Program choices include: Administrative Assistant, Automotive, Business Technology, Computer System Technology, Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, Digital Photography, Diversified Technology, Early Childhood Education, Health Science, Horticulture, Nursing Assistant and

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St. Johns River State College S

ince 1958, St. Johns River State College has built a solid reputation as a full-service college dedicated to meeting the educational and workforce training needs of its Northeast Florida district.

With campuses in Palatka, Orange Park and St. Augustine, SJR State is truly the community’s college.

SJR State continues its comprehensive educational role by expanding its services and programs while continuing its focus on the Associate in Arts (transfer) degree and more than 30 Associate in Science degrees and certificates as well as bachelor’s degrees in Early Childhood Education, Organizational Management (with four specializations offered), and Nursing. The College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate and baccalaureate degrees.

SJR State offers articulation agreements with local universities to offer a seamless transition into select bachelor’s degree programs, including the UNF/SJR State Gateway Program as well as the Blue-Gold Connection with 60

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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

The Honors Program at SJR State offers outstanding and motivated students the opportunity to enhance and foster their individuality, leadership skills and educational experiences through challenging coursework, leadership and service to others.

Workforce Development SJR State’s Workforce programs are designed to fulfill the workforce needs of the community. The programs prepare individuals to enter a chosen career or profession such as nursing, respiratory care, criminal justice, computer networking, business and logistics, and more. Collaborative efforts with employers in business, industry and government ensure the creation of programs and courses to prepare students in some of the fastest growing occupations.

Outreach Programs In 2012, SJR State launched its first in-district minority scholarship program in honor of Collier-Blocker Junior

College, one of the first 12 AfricanAmerican junior colleges established in Florida. The College was established in Palatka in 1960 and later merged with St. Johns River Junior College in 1964. The Collier-Blocker Scholarship was established as a means of reaching out to local students who demonstrate potential and a desire to succeed and who, without financial support, may not otherwise be able to attend college. Incorporated into the program to ensure students stay on track and complete their program successfully are mandatory skills workshops and a designated mentor assigned to assist each student.

Adult Education SJR State recognizes the need for education outside of the traditional student setting by offering an Adult Education program. This program is designed to give students basic adult education and GED test prep classes to prepare those seeking to earn their Florida high school diploma through the General Education Development program. This program is a way for those who may have been unable to complete their high school education to start fresh. Having a high school diploma is one of the first steps to opening the door to a person’s career. SJR State strives to support individuals who wish to create their new future.

In addition, the Adult Education program offers the full GED exam through computer based testing. Providing the test electronically benefits students by allowing for more immediate score results and creating a less stressful experience overall.

Students are able to view their final score 3 to 4 hours after completing the test.

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In addition to over 20 student-run clubs and organizations offered on its three campuses, SJR State offers three intercollegiate athletic programs based on the Palatka campus: women’s fastpitch softball, women’s volleyball and men’s baseball. The SJR State Viking baseball team won the Mid-Florida Conference Championship in 2013 and 2014.

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First Coast Technical College

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ounded in 1965 as St. Augustine Technical Center, First Coast Technical College (FCTC) is Florida’s first postsecondary charter school, serving St. Johns, Putnam, and Clay counties to provide career and technical training for adults and high school students. Today, First Coast Technical College offers training in more than 28 careers.

FCTC features career counseling, financial aid for students who qualify and placement assistance to assist graduates in obtaining employment.

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102 Port Rd., Palatka, FL 386.326.9000

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FCTC’s Putnam County campuses host a wide array of programs, including Welding, LPN, EMT and Cosmetology. Students can complete all registration, paperwork and advising at the Comfort Road campus.

In addition, First Coast Technical College is committed to preparing people for employment and furthering the education of those already in the workforce. FCTC provides professional, continuing education and customized training for local businesses, agencies, and organizations. Computer, customer service, and leadership seminars enable area employees to advance in today’s competitive job market. FCTC’s Adult Education Department provides adult basic educational skill training, high school completion for adults, preparation for the GED exam, and English classes for speakers of other languages (ESOL).

To learn more about FCTC, call 904-547-3282 , email info@fctc.edu or visit www.fctc.edu.

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Palatka Daily News 386-312-5200 Publishes daily with local news coverage of Putnam County www.palatkadailynews.com Putnam County Courier Journal 386-698-1644 Publishes every Wednesday with local coverage of Crescent City and Putnam County. www.cjnewsfl.com Putnam Pennysaver 386-328-4649 Publishes every Wednesday. www.floridapennysaver.com LIBRARIES Palatka 386-329-0126 601 College Rd, Palatka Hours: Mon & Wed • 9am -6pm, Tues & Thurs • 9am - 9pm, Fri • 9am-5pm, Sat • 9am-1pm

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VEHICLE REGISTRATION Vehicle title, tags and drivers license must be applied for within ten days of moving to Florida.

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Interlachen 386-684-1600 133 North CR 315, Interlachen Hours: Tues - Fri • 9:30am - 6pm, Sat • 9am 12:30pm

Melrose 352-475-1237 312 Wynnwood Ave., Melrose Hours: Tues - Fri • 9:30am-6pm, Sat • 9am - 12:30pm

RADIO STATIONS Putnam County receives AM and FM signals from surrounding stations in St. Augustine, Gainesville, Jacksonville and Orlando.

Local stations : 93.1 Hope FM 386-325-3334 Features contemporary Christian music and programming.

WIYD - 1260 AM Country Hits, sports and more.

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WPLK - 800 AM Timeless classics from artist like Elvis, Beatles, The Drifter and more 386-328-5800 Crescent City (Remote Office)

386-698-3088 Interlachen (Remote Office)

386-684-1288 VOTER REGISTRATION/ELECTIONS You must be 18 years of age or older and have no felony record to register and vote. Registrations are closed 29 days prior to any election.

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386-329-0224 Register online at: www.putnam-fl.com/soe or print and mail an application to address below: 2509 Crill Ave., Ste 900 Palatka, FL 32177

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ELECTRIC UTILITIES Florida Power and Light (FPL)

1-800-226-3545 Clay Electric Corp

386-328-1432 GARBAGE REMOVAL WastePro 386-328-5445 City of Palatka Sanitation

386-329-0107 WATER & SEWER City of Palatka 386-329-0109 City of Crescent 386-698-2525 Town of Welaka 3 86-467-8677 WATER Town of Interlachen

386-684-3811 GAS AUTHORITIES Palatka Gas Authority

386-328-1591 Crescent City Natural Gas

386-698-1486 TELEPHONE COMPANIES AT&T 1-800-288-2020 Windstream 1-800-481-5441

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Events 2015 January, 2015 African-American Festival & Parade Always observed Martin Luther King Day February 7, 2015 Air Potato Rodeo Ravine Gardens State Park 1600 Twig St., Palatka (386) 329-3721 February 13-14, 2015 WELAKA SPRING FEST Welaka Town Hall Entertainment, food, arts & crafts (386) 467-9800 February 19-21, 2015 ANNUAL BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL Rodeheaver Boy’s Ranch Current and beloved bluegrass singers take the stage for this three day festival. Sponsored by Rodeheaver Boy’s Ranch (386) 328-1281 February 20, 2015 ANGELS FOR ANGELS Silent Auction Palatka Art League (386) 325-8750 March 7-8,2015 AZALEA DAYS Ravine Gardens State Park 1600 Twig St., Palatka (386) 329-3721 March 7-8, 2015 69th ANNUAL AZALEA FESTIVAL Arts & Crafts, entertainment, Shriner’s parade and food Sponsored by Palatka Main Street (386) 328-4021 66

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March 17, 2015 ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE Downtown Palatka Parade at 6 p.m. St. Johns Avenue March 20-28, 2015 PUTNAM COUNTY FAIR Fairgrounds, East Palatka Vendor, games, rides, agricultural exhibits, entertainment (386) 328-3247 www.putnamfairandexpo.com April 3-4, 2015 CATFISH FESTIVAL King Catfish parade, arts and crafts, Catfish Run, Catfish dinners and more Sponsored by Rotary Club of Crescent City (386) 698-1644 April 18, 2015 WELAKA KIDS FISHING RODEO Always 3rd Saturday in April Welaka Fish Hatchery. Prizes in various categories. From 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

(386) 467-2374 May 2, 2015 61st ANNUAL MUG RACE Always 1st Saturday in May Palatka Riverfront to Jacksonville.

Sponsored by Jacksonville Rudder Club (904) 264-4094 May 14-16, 2015 WOLFSON’S CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL 26th BASS TOURNAMENT Always 3rd Saturday in May City Dock in Palatka Sponsored by Wolfson’s Children’s Hospital (904) 360-4531

May 15, 2015 BOSTWICK BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL Bostwick Community Center Blueberry pancakes, plants and other assorted blueberry specialties www.bostwickblueberry.com May 22-25, 2015 BLUE CRAB FESTIVAL Always Memorial Day Weekend Downtown Palatka Booths, entertainment, rides, blue crab dishes (386) 325-4406 www.bluecrabfestival.com July 4, 2015 INTERLACHEN INDEPENDENCE DAY Downtown Interlachen 10 a.m.

Fireworks, crafts, booths, entertainment, games, parade, food, car show (386) 684-3811 July 4, 2015 PALATKA INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION Palatka Riverfront Entertainment and Fireworks (386) 329-0100 x 333 September 25-26, 2015 OCCUPATION OF PALATKA 1864 3rd Annual Living History Civil War Event.

Always last weekend in September.

Bronson Mulholland House 100 Madison St., Palatka (904) 377-5044 October 2015 AZALEA CITY CRUISERS CAR SHOW Downtown Palatka on the River Front Charles Wellborn (386) 328-4904 Mike Walker (386) 684-4724

October 2015 PALATKA RAILFEST Browning Railroad Museum Price Martin Center Railroad exhibits and train show 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. No admission, Free parking (386) 328-0305 October 24, 2015 RAVINE GARDENS 3K-6K COSTUME RUN Ravine Gardens State Park 1600 Twig St., Palatka Runners are encouraged to dress up as their favorite character in this family friendly event.

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November 27, 2015 PALATKA CHRISTMAS PARADE Downtown Palatka Nighttime parade the Friday after Thanksgiving Sponsored by Downtown Palatka, Inc (386) 328-4021 December 2015 WELAKA CHRISTMAS PARADE (386) 467-9800 December 2015 INTERLACHEN CHRISTMAS PARADE Interlachen Town Hall Lighted Christmas parade @ dark.

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October 24, 2015 ENCHANTED RAVINE FALL FESTIVAL Ravine Gardens State Park Booths, games, wagon rides, trick-or-treating 3-6 p.m.

(386) 329-3721 November 11, 2015 VETERAN’S DAY PARADE Downtown Palatka Followed by march over Memorial Bridge

December 2015 LIGHT THE RIVERFRONT Candle lit luminaries decorate the riverfront in remembrance of loved ones and special wishes.

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November 12-14, 2015 PALATKA FALL BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL Rodeheaver Boy’s Ranch 3 Day Family Event featuring current and popular names in bluegrass Sponsored by Rodeheaver Boy’s Ranch (386) 328-1281

December 2015 CAROLING THE RAVINES Take a wagon ride through the gardens while enjoying seasonal caroling. From 6 p.m to 9 p.m.

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Murals

Murals currently available to tour.

1-6. Putnam County Jail, circa 1880; Putnam County Courthouse, circa 1909; Bronson-Mulholland House, circa 1854; Palatka City Hall, circa 1905; JT&K Railway Station, circa 1886; Palatka Waterworks, circa 1886-87. These 68

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are individual panels located at Palatka City Hall on Reid Street at North Second Street.

7. Heartbeat of Palatka, circa 1890-1916 – This mural combines Old City Hall, with fire station, the old Post Office (current City Hall) and North Second Street. This mural is located at 205 N. Second St. 8. Mug Race – Annual sailboat race that takes place the first weekend of May. The race begins in Palatka and ends in Jacksonville.

This mural is located at Reid Street and North Third Street.

9. The Putnam House, circa 1891 – The Putnam House was a hotel at the height of Palatka’s tourism boom in the 19th Century. Known for its majesty and elegance, the Putnam House encompassed an entire city block. The mural is located at the site of the original hotel at North Second Street and St. Johns Avenue.

10. Battle at Horse Landing, May 23, 1864 – Commemorating the Civil War battle between a Northern gunboat and a Confederate Calvary on the banks

of the St. Johns River. This mural is located at South Third Street and St. Johns Avenue.

11. Putnam County Wildflowers – This mural is a collaboration between the mural committee and the Palatka Art League that showcases the wildflowers in Putnam County.

12. Night Passage, circa 1884 – A popular means of travel for tourists, steamboats traversed the Ocklawaha River between Palatka and Silver Springs. This mural is located at North Fourth Street at St. Johns Avenue.

13. To God Be the Glory, 19371938. Popular evangelist Billy Graham started out preaching at a small Baptist church in Putnam County. This mural portrays Graham during his baptism in Silver Lake and his first pulpit at Peniel Baptist Church. This mural is located at South Fourth Street at St. Johns Avenue.

14. Bygone Days, circa 1880 – Originally not a Conlee-Snyder Mural, this mural was painted prior to the formation of the committee but is maintained and listed by the

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committee. This mural is located on South Fifth Street at St. Johns Avenue.

15. Putnam Treasures – This mural depicts birds and animals native to Putnam County. This mural is located at South Seventh Street and St. Johns Avenue.

16. High Time in Palatka, circa 1872. This mural depicts amusements popular during the time period in Putnam County.

This mural is located at South Seventh Street at St. Johns Avenue across from the Putnam Treasures mural.

17. Cattle Drive to Paynes Prairie, circa 1930 – Cattlemen drove their cattle from Palatka to Paynes Prairie in the winter to fatten them for market. This mural is located at North 10th Street and St. Johns Avenue.

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County, Pearce was instrumental in passing legislation to help farmers. The mural shows cabbage and potatoes, primary crops for this area. This mural is located at St. Johns Avenue between North 11th and North 10th streets.

19. Seats of Learning, circa 1923 – This mural depicts the two high schools before desegregation, Putnam High School and Central Academy. Central Academy would become the first fully accredited black high school in Florida in 1923. This mural is located at the Price-Martin Community Center at Reid Street and North 11th Street.

20. Mary Lawson Hospital – Opened in 1918, AfricanAmerican female Mary Jane Lawson owned this. Doctors of both races cared for both black and white patients.

21. Train Station- Railroads, along with steam ships on the St.

Johns River, brought thousands of winter visitors to Palatka in the 1870s, 1880s, 1890s and early 1900s. This mural is located at Ninth and St. Johns Avenue.

22. Annie Oakley - One of the most admired women in America in the 1890s and early 1900s, Annie Oakley brought her sharpshooter show to Palatka in 1908.

This mural is located at Eleventh and St. Johns Avenue.

23. Harlem Nights - “The Belton’s Society Syncopators” was a jazz band created in the 1920s by Cortland S. Belton and his brother Wilbert Belton, young black musicians from Palatka.

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of the top ten dance bands in the nation. Located on corner of St. Johns Avenue and North 8th Street.

While not official Conlee-Snyder Mural Committee approved works, these other outside murals are located throughout the county.

Basketball great Michael Jordan – North 10th at Eagle Street Choo-Choo-A-Comin’ – Reid Street at North 12th Street at the Train Station Ravine Gardens, circa 1932 – Ravine Gardens, Twigg Street.

Hudson Paper – Matthews Storage Building on Reid Street.

South Historic District scenes – Hammock Hall at Kirby and Kirkland Street.

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A Message from the Chairman Dear Friend: The Putnam County Chamber of Commerce proudly presents its 2015 Business Directory contained within this publication. This publication is produced by the Palatka Daily News to provide community information to visitors and residents, as well as to recognize Chamber members along with the goods and services they provide.

It also serves as a reminder for Chamber members to demonstrate their commitment to the continued growth and development of the community by purchasing products and services from fellow members.

We owe a great deal of gratitude to those sponsors whose messages appear herein. Their participation reflects their commitment to this community and its continued prosperity. Many businesses purchased ads to support this publication, so please take time to review them and think of them when you need to make a purchase.

We are a Chamber of Commerce directed by our membership and committed to the positive growth of our community. The Putnam County Chamber of Commerce is the principle leader in the promotion of commerce. Our mission is to be a creative force that promotes excellence in leadership, coordination and orderly development of business enterprise.

We take great pride in our citizens, who work together and assume responsibility for the economic, educational, and cultural well-being of Putnam County.

We can only do this with the support of our members. If you have been considering joining, allow me to encourage you to do so now – we need you on the team!

Sincerely,

Daniel R. Hemphill 2015 Chairman of the Board

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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Chamber Leadership for 2015 2015 OFFICERS

Chairman: Danny Hemphill, Sentry Termite & Pest Control Past Chair: Kelley Smith, Gator Timber & Land Chair Elect: Greg Bacon, City Shippers & Papa Johns Treasurer: Sandra Raburn-Fortner, First Coast Technical College President: Dana Jones, Putnam County Chamber of Commerce 2015 VICE CHAIRS Taylor Douglas, Roland Pacetti Realty Derek Hembree, Clay Electric Cooperative Brian Keith, Newcastle Shipyards Benita Lookadoo, VyStar Credit Union Steve Overturf, Johnson-Overturf Funeral Homes Jini Robbins, Bates Hewett & Floyd Insurance

EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS Michael Czymbor, Administrator, City of Palatka Jeff Hardy, Putnam County Sheriff Patrick Kennedy, Administrator, City of Crescent City Karl Flagg, Chairman, Board of County Commissioners Rick Leary, Administrator, Putnam County Ken Larsen, Mayor, Town of Interlachen Terrill Hill, Mayor, City of Palatka Joe Santa, Mayor, City of Crescent City John Bergquist, Mayor, Town of Pomona Park Gordon Sands, Mayor, Town of Welaka Phyllis Criswell, Superintendent, Putnam County School District

2015 BOARD OF DIRECTORS (plus officers) Ben Bates, Coldwell Banker - Ben Bates, Inc. Jim Beeler, Clay Electric Cooperative John Browning, Angel’s Dining Car Jim Bugg, 1st Coast Recycling Michael Clark, Putnam Community Medical Center Michael Curtis, Artic Air, Inc. Charlie Douglas, Douglas & Hedstrom P.A. Mike Garman, Florida Power & Light Terry Hadaway, Georgia-Pacific Wayne Knuckles, Palatka Daily News Wayne McClain, Beck Ford-Lincoln Bobby Payne, Seminole Electric Cooperative Bill Pickens, Peninsular Auto and P & F Mini Storage Joe Pickens, St. Johns River State College Kelly Redford, Crystal Cove Resort Tito Smith, Rogers Towers, P.A. Terry Turner, Armstrong Roofing

CHAMBER PROFESSIONALS SERVING YOU IN 2015 Dana Jones, IOM, President Alex McCoy, CEcD, Vice President, Economic Dev. Julie Linton, IOM, Vice President, Tourism Daisy Quiles, Membership Manager Karen Clifford, Finance Manager

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PUTNAM COUNTY

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL The Putnam County Economic Development Council (PCEDC) is a public-private partnership whose mission is to provide resources and help facilitate economic development by creating jobs through attracting new businesses, assisting existing companies with expansion efforts, and retention of primary businesses within our community. The Council’s goal is to be a community catalyst for assuring well-balanced growth that adds to the standard of living for the residents while improving Putnam County’s business environment.

Membership in the PCEDC is open to all members in-good-standing of the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce. Your investment enables us to continue our efforts toward achieving our Annual Economic Development goals. If you would like to increase your businesses visibility, please join the PCEDC. Benefits of being a PCEDC investor include: special recognition on the Chamber’s website & on our annual event pop-up banner display, advance notification of announcements & special invitations to regional economic development meetings, quarterly luncheons with prominent guest speakers & activity updates, and the pride in knowing you are part of a team that is building a stronger Putnam County.

Thank You

To Our Current PCEDC Investors PLATINUM INVESTORS

SILVER INVESTORS

BRONZE INVESTORS

City of Palatka Georgia-Pacific Corporation

AT&T Cancer Center of Putnam County CenterState Bank Clay Electric Cooperative, Inc. Continental Building Products Florida Power & Light Company Putnam County Development Authority Putnam County School District St. Johns River State College

Ambient Technologies, Inc. Bates Hewett & Floyd Insurance Carr, Riggs & Ingram Century 21 - Triton Realty City of Crescent City First Coast Technical College Hanson Pipe & Precast Rogers Towers, P.A. Town of Interlachen Vulcan Materials - Smith Division Vystar Credit Union

GOLD INVESTORS Palatka Daily News Palatka Gas Authority Putnam Community Medical Center Seminole Electric Cooperative

On behalf of the Board of Directors for the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce and the Putnam County Economic Development Council, we would like to extend an invitation to invest in something that matters -- your community. For additional information, please contact the Chamber of Commerce at 386-328-1503. Your investment will enable continuing efforts to improve Putnam County’s business environment.

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Why Join Your #1

Chamber of Commerce in Some business owners might say their schedule is demanding the Country enough at the moment, and the thought of adding one more activity to their busy calendar is unbearable. So why should they try to cram time into their already hectic schedules to join and actively participate in their local chamber of commerce? Because membership in the local chamber offers numerous benefits and keeps business owners on top of important, ever-changing issues and trends within their community and local marketplace. Not only that, but research points out that consumers are more likely to do business with a company if it’s a member of their local chamber of commerce.

The Value

of Chamber Membership In a study commissioned by the American Chamber of Commerce Executives with support from Small Business Network Inc., Market Street (A part of The Shapiro Group Inc.) was able to determine the real value to companies - in terms of consumer outcomes - of joining and being active in their local chamber of commerce.

Their findings reveal a number of important findings about how consumers and business owners perceive the local chamber of commerce and the businesses that are their members. For example: • When consumers know that a business is a member of the local chamber, they are 49% more likely to think favorably about it.

• Consumers who are told that a business is

a chamber member are 51% more likely to be highly aware of it and 57% more likely to think positively of its local reputation.

• Consumers are 80% more likely to buy goods and services in the future from a company that they believe is a member of the local chamber of commerce.

The study also has good news for businesses that sell to other businesses.

• When business decision-makers believe that a business is a chamber member, they are 37% more likely to think favorably of the business, 51% more likely to be highly aware of it, 58% more likely to think positively of its local reputation, and 59% more likely to buy goods and services from it.

Supporting the previous findings, the study also reveals a positive perception for the local chamber itself: Regarding the chamber’s impact on the local economy, 82% of respondents believe that the local chamber of commerce helps create jobs and promotes local economic development..

National study: Consumers 80% more likely to buy from chamber members.

Major Impact

on Small Businesses Small businesses represent the largest segment of most local chamber membership rolls, and the study indicates that chamber membership has consistent and powerful benefits for small business members—if consumers are aware that the small business is involved with its local chamber.

For example, if respondents know that a small business is a member of its local chamber, the business enjoys a 49% increase in its consumer favorability rating, a 73% increase in consumer awareness, a 68% increase in its local reputation, and an 80% increase in the

likelihood that consumers will patronize the business in the future.

Most people know fairly well what their local chambers do; the study assessed the effect of this knowledge on perceptions of chamber members. The researchers said ”any belief about the chamber of commerce—whether that belief was true or not—could have a significant positive impact on how someone views a member… he or she is more likely to think that the [member] company’s products stack up well and have a favorable opinion toward the company.”

The key factor in developing and maintaining positive consumer perception of chamber members, the Schapiro Group said, was that “positive outcomes only occur when

consumers know that a business is a chamber member (i.e., being involved in the chamber is a known facet of the company’s reputation).”

Accordingly, when consumers know that a large business is a member of the chamber, they are likely to patronize the company more often, to express favorable opinions about the company, to know more about the company, and to buy the company’s products.

For information on membership contact the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce, mention that you read this story and we will waive your $30 enrollment fee!

Start saving today!

Applications are also available online www.putnamcountychamber.com .

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Profile Putnam

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elcome to Putnam County, Florida, a progressive rural community with easy access to major metropolitan areas, a competitive business climate, and an attractive lifestyle. We’re nearly equal distance to Jacksonville, Ocala, Daytona, Gainesville, and Orlando making us the hub of Northeast Florida. We’re less than 25 miles to the Atlantic, and have ample waterfront property along many lakes and the St. Johns River.

Business/Transportation

Companies benefit from our low cost of doing business, available skilled workforce, and excellent transportation

Target Industries Identified for Putnam County: Aircraft & Aviation Components Back Office Services and Call Centers Clean Transportation - Fuels and Technologies Data Centers Food Processing Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Tool and Die Machining 76

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Largest Private Employers Georgia-Pacific, Palatka Operations – 1,000 Putnam Community Medical Center – 450 Wal-Mart Associates, Inc. – 350 Seminole Electric Cooperative, Inc. – 280 Palatka Health Care Center – 210 assets. We have a strong density of electric transmission lines, a large gas pipeline, a navigable river, an airport with a 6,000’ runway, available rail service, and several four-lane divided highways offering convenient access to nearby North/South and East/West Interstates. Additionally, no one is less than an hour away from commercial airports in Gainesville, Daytona, or Jacksonville. These assets support several major private employers including Georgia-Pacific, Continental Building Products, Veritas Steel, Newcastle Shipyards, St. Johns Shipbuilding, Seminole Electric, and Marble Today.

Our pro-business incentives include a Florida Rural Enterprise Zone covering Crescent City, Interlachen, and Palatka. Businesses within the Zone are eligible for tax credits and sales tax refunds. Area residents are business minded.

Voters adopted the Better Place Plan which called for a local option sales tax. A part of those taxes have been used to build the Putnam County Business Park and a community

POPULATION

owned speculative building. Local government leaders have strategically planned and maintained an intimate atmosphere of openness to businesses and their needs.

Putnam Florida 1980: 50,549 9,746,961 1990: 65,070 12,938,071 2010: 74,364 18,801,310

Education/Workforce

All of our schools are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. For us, education does not stop with high school. We are fortunate to have St. Johns River State College, the Florida School of the Arts, First Coast Technical College, and St. Leo’s, all in Palatka. We are blessed to have several nearby universities, colleges, and technical schools, including the University of Florida, the State’s Flagship University.

EMPLOYMENT BY INDUSTRY

As a testament to our great business location, Putnam County leads the state in the percentage of labor engaged in manufacturing. Our manufacturing wage is higher than the state average.

Communities/Housing

Putnam is made up of several small communities, Crescent City, Interlachen, Welaka, Melrose, Pomona Park, and Palatka.

Each has its own unique history, traditions, and festivals.

Many of our homes are historic in nature, standing proud as a testament to our shared past. Yet we have many areas with new housing developments, all built with the modern family in mind. We even have places surrounded with wide open spaces, offering plenty of room for you to spread out. With several housing options and average prices below the State average, all of our communities have something to offer.

PER CAPITA PERSONAL INCOME

Putnam 2010: $27,597 2011: $28,125 2012: $28,556

Florida $38,493 $39,896 $41,012

$34,132 $43,210 4.6% 4.7% 10.4% 4.3% 20.4% 20.9% 0.7% 1.8% 3.0% 6.7% 7.8% 14.6% 14.1% 14.9% 8.0% 13.6% 2.7% 3.2% 24.8% 14.0%

Closest Interstates I-95 & I-75 Federal Highways US-17 State Highways SR-19, SR-20, SR-21, SR-26, SR-100, SR-207 Nearest Airports Jacksonville International Airport, Gainesville Regional Airport, Daytona International Airport General Aviation Airports...........................Palatka Kay Larkin .........................................................................Municipal Airport Railroad ............................................................................ CSX Local Deep Water Port (miles to closest port).......................60

Above all, the quality of life in Putnam County is second to none with a business friendly atmosphere and a family friendly way of life that is coupled with the values of honesty, hard work, and the tenacity to succeed. Short mild winters help provide a sportsman’s paradise along Florida’s freshwater coast anchored by the St. Johns River and many other natural amenities. To compliment this, Putnam County boasts an original Donald Ross designed golf course and festivals celebrating different events throughout the year.

Experience the best of both worlds, our relaxed atmosphere and pro-growth approach to business! Good schools, unique recreational opportunities, and a pro-business atmosphere set us apart. Putnam County, our location, our people, our climate, these things and more, make this the right place to locate your family and business.

Visit us at www.putnamcountychamber.com.

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TRANSPORTATION

Quality of Life

Our citizens receive the best service when it comes to heath care. Putnam Community Medical Center, Florida Radiation Oncology Group, Putnam Heart Center, Veterans Affairs Health Clinic, and other great nearby heath care facilities offer advanced procedures using state of the art equipment convenient for area residents.

Putnam

2012 Average Annual Wage Construction Manufacturing Trade, Transportation and Utilities Information Financial Activities Professional & Business Services Education & Health Services Leisure & Hospitality Other Services Government

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Public Schools

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Private Schools Available: Yes POST SECONDARY EDUCATION SERVING THE COUNTY: Colleges/Universities • St. Johns River State College Junior/Community Colleges: • Florida School of the Arts • Saint Leo’s University Technical Schools: • First Coast Technical College

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CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY CONNECT WITH US www.putnamcountychamber.com 1100 Reid St., Palatka, FL 32177 chamber@pcccfl.org 386.328.1503 A Dire Need, LLC 152 Matt Trail Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-6188 PORTABLE TOILETS

Aaron’s Sales & Lease 420 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9979 FURNITURE / HOME FURNISHINGS

Acosta Creek Harbor, Inc. 124 Acosta Creek Dr Satsuma, FL 32189 (386) 467-2229 MARINA

Ajax Building Corporation

10365 S. Hood Rd, Suite 203 Jacksonville, FL 32257 (904) 262-8660 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

Ambient Technologies, Inc. 213 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (904) 483-6121 COMPUTER SERVICES

American Cancer Society 600 Zeagler Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6224 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

American Red Cross 523 S. 13th St Palatka, FL 32177 (904) 797-3851 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

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Listed below is the 2014 Putnam County Chamber of Commerce Member Business Directory. All listings are current as of December 2014. List provided by Putnam County Chamber of Commerce.

The Chamber’s mission is to be a creative force that promotes excellence in leadership, coordination and orderly development of business enterprise.

In the pages to follow, you will find a list of members in more than 27 categories that provide local goods and services to the Putnam County community.

Be sure to visit www.putnamcountychamber. com to learn more about the Chamber, find area events on our calendar and to search our member directory online.

Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. 510 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2221 FINANCIAL PLANNING

Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. 510 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2221 FINANCIAL PLANNING

Ameris Bank

601 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5154 BANKS / CREDIT UNION

Ameris Bank

100 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3770 BANKS / CREDIT UNION

Angel’s Diner, Inc. 209 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3927 RESTAURANTS

Anguilla Fish Farm

181 School Rd, Federal Point Hastings, FL 32145 (904) 692-1050 FISH FARM

Animal Health Center 354 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-0327 VETERINARIANS

Animal Medical Clinic

AT&T

Apex Metal Fabrication, Inc.

Azalea Health

3301 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177-9101 (386) 328-4613 VETERINARIANS

177 Comfort Rd, Barge Port Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2564 METAL FABRICATORS

Arc-Rite, Inc.

341 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3523 WELDING & MACHINE SHOP

Armstrong Roofing, Inc. 455 East End Rd San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 325-2023 ROOFING CONTRACTOR

Aron Livingston Agency – New York Life Ins. Co. 222 N. Third St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-9030 INSURANCE AGENCIES

Artic Air, Inc.

1501 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5095 AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING

Arts Council of Greater Palatka 216 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8998 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

900 N. Nova Rd, Suite 100-A Daytona Beach, FL 32117 (386) 451-2675 TELECOMMUNICATIONS

613 St Johns Ave, 3rd Flr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0108 PHYSICIANS - GENERAL

B&B Wholesale Metals 186 Hwy 207 East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-0242 METAL FABRICATORS

Badcock Home Furniture & More 1000 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1412 FURNITURE / HOME FURNISHINGS

Barrington Apartments

607 S. Moody Rd - Office Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-0512 APARTMENT / HOUSING RENTALS

Barry Manor Apartments 1000 Husson Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5137 APARTMENT / HOUSING RENTALS

Bass World Lodge & Marina

209 Browns Fish Camp Rd Georgetown, FL 32139 (386) 467-2267 FISH CAMPS

CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY Blue Sky Roofing of North Florida

Cancer Center of Putnam County

Bates, Hewett & Floyd Insurance

Bohannon Battery Dist, Inc

3400 Crill Ave, Suite 2 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1100 INSURANCE AGENCIES

611 N. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9024 AUTOMOTIVE - BATTERY SALES & SERVICE

Capital City Bank

Beck Chevrolet - Buick GMC

Bradley’s Steaks & Seafood

Bates Roofing Company

119 Hotel St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2588 ROOFING CONTRACTOR

1601 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1511 AUTOMOBILE DEALERS - NEW & USED

Beck Chrysler - Dodge Jeep

256 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8863 AUTOMOBILE DEALERS - NEW & USED

Beck Ford - Lincoln

420 N. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8881 AUTOMOBILE DEALERS - NEW & USED

Beck Nissan

252 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2775 AUTOMOBILE DEALERS - NEW & USED

Beef O’Brady’s

201 N. 1st St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2525 RESTAURANTS

Blue Lagoon Carwash, Inc. 4401 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (352) 473-7060 CAR WASH & DETAILING

196 W. River Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-0168 ROOFING CONTRACTOR

909 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-4334 RESTAURANTS

Bramlitt’s Plumbing & Electric 110 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1520 PLUMBING SUPPLIES

Brent Coates

600 Zeagler Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-8140 PHYSICIANS - ONCOLOGY

4120 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-1155 BANKS / CREDIT UNION

Capital City Bank

148 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 329-1150 BANKS / CREDIT UNION

CareerSource NE Florida

779 Hwy 20 West Hollister, FL 32147 (386) 328-8188 HAULING / TRUCKING COMPANY

C.P. Deli & More, Inc. 3707 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1199 RESTAURANTS

Champion Self Storage 4001 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2046 STORAGE FACILITIES

Charmed

337 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-9216 LOUNGE / RESTAURANT

Catholic Charities Bureau, Inc.

C&W Logistics

102 S. Main St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2100 REAL ESTATE - GENERAL

Carr, Riggs & Ingram

Bulls-Hit Ranch & Farm, Inc.

3305 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5804 RESTAURANTS

Century 21 Triton Realty

6719 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-5983 RETAIL STORES

101 Cinnamon Dr Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 937-1481 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

Burger King / Deb Lyn, Inc.

1120 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-4971 BANKS / CREDIT UNION

400 Hwy 19 North, Suite 33 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-3724 EMPLOYMENT SERVICES / AGENCIES

906 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4561 ACCOUNTANTS / CPAs

9165 Old Hastings Rd Hastings, FL 32145 (904) 692-2715 AGRI-BUSINESS

CenterState Bank

3940 Lewis Spdwy, Suite 2103 St Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 829-6300 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Causseaux, Hewett, & Walpole, Inc.

132 NW 76th Dr Gainesville, FL 32607 (352) 331-1976 ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS

CenterState Bank

500 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1982 BANKS / CREDIT UNION

CenterState Bank

1 Eastgate Square East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-1984 BANKS / CREDIT UNION

Cheyenne Saloon, Inc

City Cafe of Palatka 318 St. Johns Avenue Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-3056 RESTAURANT

City Coin Op. Laundry 1608 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5942 LAUNDROMAT

City of Crescent City

3 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2525 GOVERNMENT OFFICES - CITY & TOWNSHIP

City of Palatka

201 N. 2nd St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0100 GOVERNMENT OFFICES - CITY & TOWNSHIP

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CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

City Shippers

1608 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5942 SHIPPING SERVICES PACKAGES / PARCELS

Clay Electric Cooperative, Inc. 300 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1432 ELECTRIC COMPANIES

Coldwell Banker / Ben Bates, Inc. 3400 Crill Ave, Suite 1 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6716 REAL ESTATE - GENERAL

Coldwell Banker / Ben Bates, Inc.

315 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112-2333 (386) 698-2776 REAL ESTATE - GENERAL

Coldwell Banker / Ben Bates, Inc. 315 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2313 REAL ESTATE - GENERAL

Coldwell Banker / Ben Bates, Inc. 3400 Crill Ave, Suite 1 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 937-0054 REAL ESTATE - GENERAL

Coldwell Banker Commercial/Ben Bates, Inc. 3400 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6716 REAL ESTATE - COMMERCIAL

Comcast Cable

200 N. Third St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1567 CABLE TELEVISION

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Community Partnership for Children 1910 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-4244 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Conlee-Snyder Mural Committee 233 Davis Lake Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9806 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Continental Building Products 886 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5766 GYPSUM / DRYWALL

Cooper’s Closet

164 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 530-2792 RETAIL STORES

Corky Bell’s Seafood of Palatka, Inc. 185 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 329-9300 RESTAURANTS

Courtesy Transport Services

Craig Z. Sherar, P.A.

Daniel A. Martinez

Crescent City Kennel, Inc

DePriest A/C & Heating, Inc.

147 Pine Tree Rd East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 336-3088 ATTORNEYS / LEGAL SERVICES

2620-A Hwy 17 South Crescent City, FL 32112 386-698-2777 PET SERVICES

Crescent City Woman’s Club 604 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 467-7075 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Crescent Termite & Pest Control 241 S. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2847 PEST CONTROL SERVICES

Crestwood Nursing Center 501 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1472 NURSING HOMES

Crystal Cove Resort & Marina

133 Crystal Cove Dr Palatka, FL 32177-9673 (386) 325-1055 RESORT ACCOMMODATIONS

1306 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 336-9515 AMBULANCE / MEDICAL TRANSPORT

Cuttin’ Time Lawn Service

Cowart’s Meat Market

Cynthia O. Asia

530 Hwy 17 South San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 325-5003 MEAT MARKET / BUTCHER SHOP

Cracker House Sauces, Inc. P.O. Box 1066 Palatka, FL 32178 (386) 328-2780 FOOD PRODUCT SALES

109 Park Rd Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-3445 LAWN MAINTENANCE

424 N. Fern St San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 328-1607 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

Dairy Queen of Palatka, Inc. 822 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2677 RESTAURANTS

320 Round Lake Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3959 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

342 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-0000 AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING

deSigns

1309 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2166 SIGNS - SALES & SERVICE

Do-All Pest Control, Inc. 6100 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3347 PEST CONTROL SERVICES

Doctor Rooter Supply & Service

3845 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2634 PLUMBING & SEPTIC SERVICES

Domino’s Pizza #3254 650 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-4400 RESTAURANTS

Domino’s Pizza #3256

7903 Hwy 21 Keystone Heights, FL 32656 (352) 473-7070 RESTAURANTS

Domino’s Pizza #5156 1602 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-0112 RESTAURANTS

Douglas & Hedstrom, P.A.

601 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6000 ATTORNEYS / LEGAL SERVICES

CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Dunkin Donuts / Baskin Robbins

1419 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2181 RESTAURANTS

Early Learning Coalition of North Florida, Inc.

2450 Old Moultrie Rd, Ste 103 St Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 342-2267 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Eddie’s Lawn Services 128 Grassy Lane Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-4040 LAWN MAINTENANCE

Edgar Minerals, Inc. 651 Keuka Rd Hawthorne, FL 32640 (352) 481-2421 MINING & MINERAL PROCESSING

Edith Aldrich Insurance Agency 1721 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0610 INSURANCE AGENCIES

Edward D. Jones & Co. 512 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177-4148 (386) 325-9072 INVESTMENT BROKER

EGP, Inc.

1760 Hwy A1A South St. Augustine, FL 32080 (386) 328-6816 COPIER / FACSIMILE SERVICES

Elkins Constructors, Inc. 701 W. Adams St Jacksonville, FL 32204 (904) 353-6500 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

Elliott Welding, Inc.

190 Lundy Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8782 WELDING & MACHINE SHOP

Embroidme

320 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-5503 EMBROIDERY & SCREENPRINT

Episcopal Children’s Services

400 Hwy 19 North, Suite 33 Palatka, FL 32177 (904) 726-1500 CHILD WELFARE

Etc, LLC

516 River St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 937-7158 INTERIOR DECORATING

Factory Direct Bedding, LLC 1400 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1200 MATTRESSES / BEDDING

Family Shoe Store

711 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177-4645 (386) 325-7847 FOOTWEAR - SHOES / BOOTS

Farm Bureau Insurance 147 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-5822 INSURANCE AGENCIES

Farm Credit of Florida, ACA 309 N. 2nd St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-7201 BANKS / CREDIT UNION

Farmers Home Furniture 419 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4638 FURNITURE / HOME FURNISHINGS

First Baptist Church of Palatka 501 Oak St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1531 CHURCHES

First Coast Cardiovascular Institute 524 Zeagler Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (904) 885-1169 PHYSICIANS CARDIOVASCULAR

First Coast Community Credit Union 306 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5555 BANKS / CREDIT UNION

First Coast Janitorial Service, Inc.

113 Pecan Grove Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 937-5043 CLEANING SERVICES RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL

1st Coast Recycling, Inc. 108 Seaboard Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-6061 TRASH & RECYCLE CONTAINERS

First Coast Technical College 2980 Collins Ave St Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 829-1011 EDUCATION

First Coast Technical College 146 Comfort Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-9000 EDUCATION

Flagler Hospital

400 Health Park Blvd St. Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 819-4400 HOSPITAL

Flagler Multi-Specialty Care Center 400 Health Park Blvd St. Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 819-4431 PHYSICIANS - GENERAL

Florida Pest Control & Chemical Co.

2405 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177-4269 (386) 328-1541 PEST CONTROL SERVICES

Florida Power & Light Co. 2900 Catherine St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-5102 ELECTRIC COMPANIES

Flowers by Melanie, Inc. 2312 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-5559 FLORISTS

Forest Groves Ferneries, Inc. 610 Old Hwy 17 Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1074 FERNERIES

Frank Bush Insurance Agency

1062 Hwy 19 South, Suite 2 Palatka, FL 32177-9003 (386) 325-9468 INSURANCE AGENCIES

FL Institute for Workforce Innovation

Fred Fox Enterprises, Inc.

307 Hwy 26 Melrose, FL 32666 (352) 475-5347 WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

26 Spanish St St Augustine, FL 32084 (386) 328-3822 GRANT WRITING / ADMINISTRATION

Flagg Serenity Memorial Chapel

Fruitland Ace Hardware

2400 Madison St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-0444 FUNERAL HOMES

1157 CR 309 - Fruitland Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 467-2795 BUILDING MATERIALS, HARDWARE & LUMBER

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Garry Wood - Attorney at Law

415 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-3993 ATTORNEYS / LEGAL SERVICES

Gator Timber & Land, LLC 1520 Hwy 17 North Bostwick, FL 32007 (386) 328-6969 TIMBER & LAND CONSULTANTS

Golden Corral Restaurant #643 501 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4040 RESTAURANTS

Gottago of Putnam County P.O. Box 2741 Palatka, FL 32178-8041 (386) 328-6454 PORTABLE TOILETS

Harrell & Harrell, P.A.

Hitchcock’s Market

Hasty’s Communications of Florida

Hitchcock’s Market

4735 Sunbeam Rd Jacksonville, FL 32257 (800) 251-1111 ATTORNEYS / LEGAL SERVICES

6609 Commonwealth Ave Jacksonville, FL 32254 (904) 783-0130 TELECOMMUNICATIONS

9 Eastgate Square East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 462-2284 GROCERY STORE

1114 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-6514 GROCERY STORE

Gene O’Connor

Graphics II

Haven Hospice

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites

6400 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-7100 HOSPICE CARE

3813 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2500 LODGE / MOTEL / HOTEL

Gentiva Health Services

Guaranty Title Company

Hawkins & Turner Farm

Holly Ridge Apartments

128 Sunset Point Lane East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-4405 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

205 Zeagler Dr, Suite 401 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0202 HOME HEALTH CARE

George A. Davis, MD, PA 800 Zeagler Dr, Suite 120 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8369 PHYSICIANS OPHTHALMOLOGY

Georgetown Marina & Lodge 1533 County Rd 309 Georgetown, FL 32139 (386) 467-2002 FISH CAMPS

Georgia-Pacific - Palatka Chip Mill P.O. Box 1458 Palatka, FL 32178-1458 (386) 328-8826 PAPER PRODUCTS

Georgia-Pacific - Palatka Operations County Rd 216 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2001 PAPER PRODUCTS

Ginn Financial Group, Inc. 421 St. Johns Ave, Suite 3 Palatka, FL 32177-9987 (386) 325-4501 FINANCIAL & INVESTMENT SERVICES

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623 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177-4643 (386) 328-4021 PRINTING SERVICES

213 N. 4th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4576 ABSTRACTS, TITLE INSURANCE & SEARCHES & REAL ESTATE CLOSINGS

Gullett Title, Inc.

401 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5106 ABSTRACTS, TITLE INSURANCE & SEARCHES & REAL ESTATE CLOSINGS

H. Earl Wallace, II - Land Surveyor 224 N. 6th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3233 LAND SURVEYORS

Hanson Pipe & Precast

245 Comfort Rd, St. Johns Barge Port Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8841 MANUFACTURING - CONCRETE PRESSURE PIPE

Harbor Community Bank 350 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5600 BANKS / CREDIT UNION

438 East End Rd San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 328-3736 FARMING

Hawkins Roofing, Inc. P.O. Box 398 San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 937-1634 ROOFING CONTRACTOR

Herrington Industries, Inc. 7300 Crill Ave, Box #65 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9898 HEAVY EQUIPMENT CONTRACTORS

Hibu, Inc.

4601 E. Moody Blvd Bunnell, FL 32110 (904) 541-2600 ADVERTISING

Hicks Dental

800 Zeagler Dr, Suite 330 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-6000 DENTISTS

Hill’s Hardware & Recycling 1770 Hwy 17 Pomona Park, FL 32181 (386) 649-5479 BUILDING MATERIALS, HARDWARE & LUMBER

6410 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-1973 APARTMENT / HOUSING RENTALS

Holmes & Young, P.A.

222 N. 3rd St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1111 ATTORNEYS / LEGAL SERVICES

Home Depot, Store #8531 417 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5857 BUILDING MATERIALS, HARDWARE & LUMBER

HoneyBaked Ham Company Hwy 19 Palatka, FL 32177 (440) 487-9572 CATERING SERVICES

Hospice of Citrus & the Nature Coast 927 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 530-4600 HOSPICE CARE

Hot Action Sportswear 307 Division Ave Ormond Beach, FL 32174 (386) 677-5680 SILK SCREEN PRINTING

CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Human Resources Development Services

609 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-0990 BUSINESS CONSULTANTS

Humana Health Insurance Company 1500 Beville Rd, Suite 405 Daytona Beach, FL 32114 (800) 447-5261 INSURANCE SERVICES

Humane Society of NorthEast Florida 112 Norma St Hollister, FL 32147 (386) 325-1587 ANIMAL SHELTER / SANCTUARY

Income Tax Service

107 Mungin St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8854 INCOME TAX & BOOKKEEPING SERVICE

Island Doctors

199 Hwy 17 South, Suite A East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 312-0250 PHYSICIANS - GENERAL

J&J Aluminum Products, LLC 1026 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 972-0391 ALUMINUM CONTRACTORS

J.D. Thompson

558 W. Peniel Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3189 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

Jerry Stalvey’s BBQ

6430 CR 16A, Lot A St Augustine, FL 32092 (904) 540-1697 CATERING SERVICES

Joe Boatwright

P.O. Box 101 East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 937-5320 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

Johnson & Osteryoung, PA

226 SW 2nd St Gainesville, FL 32601 (352) 372-6947 ATTORNEYS / LEGAL SERVICES

Johnson-Overturf Funeral Homes 1230 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-3360 FUNERAL HOMES

Johnson-Overturf Funeral Homes 307 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177-4143 (386) 325-4521 FUNERAL HOMES

Joyce L. Skaff

P.O. Box 486 Pomona Park, FL 32181 (386) 326-4321 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

Keep Putnam Beautiful 205 N. 2nd St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-9598 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Kennedy Rehabilitation & Skilled Therapy Services

Kids Care Pediatrics, P.A. 6910 Old Wolf Bay Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-7337 PHYSICIANS - PEDIATRICS

King’s Office Supply & Printing Co.

306 Central Ave Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1121 OFFICE SUPPLIES & FURNITURE

Lady Bug’s Gift Shoppe 114 S. 2nd St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-7502 GIFTS & DECORATING ACCESSORIES

Laibl’s Tire King

514 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7835 AUTOMOTIVE - TIRE SERVICE & REPAIR

LakeWood Nursing Center 100 N. Lake St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2222 NURSING HOMES

Law Offices of Ronald E. Sholes

700 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-3496 ATTORNEYS / LEGAL SERVICES

Lee & Cates Glass Distributors 629 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5301 GLASS

Leta & Company

205 Zeagler Dr, Suite 101 Palatka, FL 32177 386-328-6746 PHYSICIANS - GENERAL

3603 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-1001 PHYSICAL & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Jeffrey R. Slotten, D.D.S.

Kerry Rowell

Life’s A Stitch

Jack M. Matheny II, MD

205 Zeagler Dr, Suite 502 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1500 DENTISTS

343 E. Buffalo Bluff Rd Satsuma, FL 32189 (386) 649-2476 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

2000 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2672 BEAUTY SALONS

225 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-3369 EMBROIDERY & SCREENPRINT

LifeSouth Community Blood Bank 6003 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-7299 BLOOD BANK

Lightfoot Fire Extinguisher Service 506 Madison St Palatka, FL 32177-3431 (386) 325-1734 FIRE SAFETY CONSULTANTS

Lighthouse Screen Printing 2163 Hwy 17 South Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-4400 SCREEN PRINTED SIGNS & APPAREL

Lori’s Fountain Restaurant 2401 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9769 RESTAURANTS

Lowe’s

500 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-5340 BUILDING MATERIALS, HARDWARE & LUMBER

Loyal Order of Moose, Lodge #184 3875 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-6948 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Magnolia Dunes, LLC 400 Hwy 310 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 643-8042 MOTORSPORTS PARKS

Marie’s Tables & Tents 5262 Silver Lake Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-9848 PARTY RENTALS

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Mariner Finance

318 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 386-329-8988 BANKS / CREDIT UNION

Massey III Painting

115 Red Fox Trail Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4357 PAINTING & PLASTERING INTERIOR / EXTERIOR

Massey Services, Inc.

1761 E. Dobbs St St. Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 808-1828 PEST CONTROL SERVICES

Masters Funeral Homes 3015 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386)325-4564 FUNERAL HOMES

Masters Funeral Homes 1207 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-4177 FUNERAL HOMES

Mathews Moving & Storage, Inc. 1202 Carr St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7578 STORAGE FACILITIES

McClain Family Foundation 285 West River Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-3833 CHARITABLE FOUNDATIONS

McDonald’s of Palatka 2627 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2092 RESTAURANTS

McKinnon Furniture Outlet 1023 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1583 FURNITURE / HOME FURNISHINGS

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McKinnon Home Furnishings

237 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177-9706 (386) 328-8880 FURNITURE / HOME FURNISHINGS

Meade Insurance Agency 307 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8627 INSURANCE AGENCIES

Mederi CareTenders 3900 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3555 HOME HEALTH CARE

MedEx - Medical Express of Palatka 6500 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-0575 URGENT CARE FACILITIES

Melrose Business & Community Association P.O. Box 1301 Melrose, FL 32666 (352) 246-4545 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Merrill, Hancock & Turner Insurance 1301 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-0100 INSURANCE AGENCIES

Millican Insurance Agency 2400 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5793 INSURANCE AGENCIES

Miner’s Marine Construction, Inc.

649 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-0881 MARINE CONSTRUCTION

Modern Realty of Putnam, Inc.

NE Florida Association of Realtors

1723 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2965 REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATIONS

NE Florida Community Action Agency 1201 Madison St Palatka, FL 32177 (904) 635-8646 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Modern Realty of Putnam, Inc.

NE Florida Educational Consortium

881 Hwy 20, Suite 3 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 546-1152 REAL ESTATE - GENERAL

Montco Research Products, Inc. 209 Janice Dr Hollister, FL 32147 (386) 325-5504 CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING

Moore’s Well Drilling

579 Stokes Landing Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1448 WELL DRILLING SERVICES

Musselwhite’s Seafood & Grill

Miller Farms

Myers Resources, LLC

239 Hwy 17 North Bostwick, FL 32007 (386) 325-4714 FARMING

1428 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5800 RADIO STATIONS

881 Hwy 20, Suite 3 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-0930 REAL ESTATE - GENERAL

Messer’s Westside Bait & Tackle 934 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4035 BAIT & TACKLE

Natkim Radio -- WIYD & WPLK

125 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 326-9111 RESTAURANTS

1419 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9490 ACCOUNTING SERVICES

3841 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-3800 EDUCATION

NE Florida Regional Council

6850 Belfort Oaks Place Jacksonville, FL 32216 (904) 279-0880 GOVERNMENT AGENCIES

Neal Strickland Roofing, Inc. 283 East End Rd San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 328-5509 ROOFING CONTRACTOR

Neuco Distributors

1214 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32007 (386) 328-1257 INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTORS

New Horizon RV, Inc. 617 Hwy 17 South San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 326-8900 RV SALES & SERVICES

CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Newcastle Shipyards

195 Comfort Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-0000 SHIPBUILDING

Nicholson AC/Heating & Quality Ice

326 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0911 AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING

Niko’s Pizza

804 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177-9308 (386) 328-8558 RESTAURANTS

91.3 Hope FM

201 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3334 RADIO STATIONS

Norfolk Southern Fishing Lodge 120 Mullis Trail East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 385-3071 LODGE - PRIVATE / CORPORATE

Normand Jutras

412 Mulholland Park Palatka, FL 32177 (978) 376-1730 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

North Florida Emulsions, Inc. 701 N. Moody Rd, #15 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1733 ASPHALT & PAVING CONSTRACTORS

North Florida Home Builders, Inc

611 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 559-7972 CUSTOM HOMES CONSTRUCTION

NorthEast Environmental, LLC 209 Environmental Blvd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 546-5770 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

Nurse On-Call

205 Zeagler Dr, Suite 101 Palatka, FL 32177 (352) 395-6424 HOME HEALTH CARE

Old Castle Lawn & Garden 1512 Hwy 17 North Bostwick, FL 32007 (386) 312-0208 LAWN EQUIPMENT SALES & SERVICE

Old City Web Services, Inc. 2155 Old Moultrie Rd, Suite 109 St Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 829-2772 WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT

P & F Mini Storage

533 S. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2002 STORAGE FACILITIES

Palatka Art League, Inc. 324 River St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8750 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Palatka Christian Service Center 3218 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0984 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Palatka Daily News 1825 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-5200 NEWSPAPERS

Palatka Flooring Center

Palatka Press Plant

Palatka Gas Authority

Papa John’s Pizza

1813 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-0440 CARPET & FLOOR COVERINGS

518 Main St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1591 GAS: NATURAL

Palatka Health Care Center 110 Kay Larkin Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-0173 NURSING HOMES

Palatka Housing Authority

400 N. 15th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0132 GOVERNMENT OFFICES - CITY & TOWNSHIP

Palatka Main Street 205 N. 2nd St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0100 x333 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

1825 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-5201 PRINTING SERVICES

1608 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7277 RESTAURANTS

Parker Heating & Air of NE FL, Inc. 1014 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 937-6376 AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING

Parker House Lounge, Inc. 143 N Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2397 LOUNGE / PACKAGE GOODS

Patricia Banks Accounting 519 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7523 ACCOUNTANTS / CPAs

Palatka Mall, LLC

PBS Ad Specialties, Inc.

400 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (770) 955-8117 SHOPPING CENTERS

100 Belgrade St Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-3881 PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS

Palatka Marketplace

Peninsular Auto Parts

Palatka New Vision Lion’s Foundation

Pilot Club of Palatka, Inc.

Hwy 19 & 20 Palatka, FL 32177 (727) 449-2020 SHOPPING CENTERS

P.O. Box 2655 Palatka, FL 32178 (386) 937-8277 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Palatka Pawn Shop, Inc. 1801 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-1999 PAWN SHOPS

533 S. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112-3031 (386) 698-2002 AUTOMOTIVE - PARTS & SUPPLIES

P.O. Box 2202 Palatka, FL 32178 (386) 328-3496 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

PizzaBoyz

919 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-9977 RESTAURANTS

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Plastic Masters International, Inc.

327 SR 207 East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 312-9775 PLASTICS FABRICATORS

Port Consolidated, Inc.

102 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2064 PETROLEUM DISTRIBUTOR WHOLESALE

Preston Electric & Construction Co.

2105 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3355 ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS

Producers Ace Hardware Co. 404 Central Ave Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1260 BUILDING MATERIALS, HARDWARE & LUMBER

Publix Super Markets #727 171 Town & Country Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-8305 GROCERY STORE

Pulido Internal Medicine, LLC 700 Zeagler Dr, Suite 1 Palatka, FL 32177 386-329-9036 PHYSICIANS - INTERNAL MEDICINE

Putnam Bicycles

100 S. 9th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9033 BICYCLE SALES & SERVICE

Putnam Community Medical Center 611 Zeagler Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5711 HOSPITAL

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Putnam County Chamber of Commerce

Putnam County Property Appraiser

Putnam County Clerk of Courts

Putnam County School District

1100 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1503 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

312 Oak St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0286 GOVERNMENT OFFICES - CITY & TOWNSHIP

Putnam Habitat for Humanity 1605 Westover Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5862 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Putnam Pennysaver

410 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-7600 GOVERNMENT OFFICES - CITY & TOWNSHIP

Putnam County Courier Journal 330 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1644 NEWSPAPERS

Putnam County Dept. of Health

2801 Kennedy St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-3200 GOVERNMENT OFFICES - CITY & TOWNSHIP

Putnam County Development Authority 1100 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5177 GOVERNMENT AGENCIES

Putnam County Fair Authority, Inc. 118 Theatre Rd East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-3247 ENTERTAINMENT

Putnam County Government

2509 Crill Ave, Suite 200 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0296 GOVERNMENT OFFICES - CITY & TOWNSHIP

200 S. 7th St Palatka, FL 32177-4612 (386) 329-0510 EDUCATION

Putnam County Sheriff’s Office

130 Orie Griffin Blvd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0800 GOVERNMENT OFFICES - CITY & TOWNSHIP

Putnam County Shrine Club 110 Yelvington Rd East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-8020 CATERING SERVICES

Putnam County Supervisor of Elections 2509 Crill Ave, Suite 900 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0408 GOVERNMENT OFFICES - CITY & TOWNSHIP

Putnam County Tax Collector Office

930 Hwy 19 South, Suite A Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4649 NEWSPAPERS

Quality Inn & Suites Riverfront

201 N. 1st St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3481 LODGE / MOTEL / HOTEL

Quiznos Subs #95 111 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-9003 RESTAURANTS

R&J Power Equipment, Inc 100 E. Hick St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3356 LAWN EQUIPMENT SALES & SERVICE

Rachelsie Farm, Inc.

1035 Bardin Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-4006 LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS & SUPPLIES

323 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0271 GOVERNMENT OFFICES - CITY & TOWNSHIP

Ralph’s House of Flowers

Putnam Family Fitness Center

Randy Mathews Mini Storage & Hauling, LLC

213 Perry St Pomona Park, FL 32181 (386) 649-8784 FITNESS CENTERS

605 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4734 FLORISTS

1400 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1200 STORAGE FACILITIES

CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Reiter Insurance Agency, Inc.

926 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2400 INSURANCE AGENCIES

Reliable Carpentry & Handyman

P.O. Box 136 East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 336-1154 HANDYMAN MAINTENANCE SERVICE

Richard Jason, D.P.M.

3600 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7541 PHYSICIANS - PODIATRY

River Bend Condominiums 179 Beecher Point Dr Welaka, FL 32193 (386) 467-2900 VACATION RENTALS

River Villas, Inc.

239 Buffalo Bluff Rd, # 250 Satsuma, FL 32189 (386) 649-4001 RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

Riverfront Development Group

329 River St Palatka, FL 32177 (561) 441-5535 REAL ESTATE DEVELOPERS

Riverside Builders of Putnam County

511 W. Towles Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 937-7248 GENERAL CONTRACTORS

Robert Altman, P.A.

5256 Silver Lake Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4691 ATTORNEYS / LEGAL SERVICES

Robert M. Perry -- Attorney at Law

San Mateo Villas

Rodeheaver Boy’s Ranch, Inc.

Saravel Self Storage

601 Reid St, 2nd Floor Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-9805 ATTORNEYS / LEGAL SERVICES

380 Boys Ranch Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1281 CHILD WELFARE

Rogers Towers, P.A.

100 Whetstone Place, Suite 200 St Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 824-0879 ATTORNEYS / LEGAL SERVICES

Roland Pacetti Realty, Inc. 208 N. 6th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5569 REAL ESTATE - GENERAL

Rudd Jones, P.E. & Associates

209 N. 4th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-3610 ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS

S&A Leisure, Inc.

1300 Hwy 309 North Welaka, FL 32193 (386) 467-7000 MARINE DEALERSHIP

Safe Touch Security 2515 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-9998 SECURITY ALARMS

Salt Springs Civic Association, Inc

P.O. Box 5075 Salt Springs, FL 32134 (352) 685-3938 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

500 Hwy 17 South San Mateo, FL 32187 (772) 778-9106 MOBILE HOMES & TRAVEL TRAILERS

790 State Rd 207 East Palatka, FL 32131 (904) 692-2250 STORAGE FACILITIES

Seminole Electric Cooperative

890 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9255 ELECTRIC COMPANIES

Sentry Termite & Pest Control, Inc.

431 Atlantic Ave Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-2847 PEST CONTROL SERVICES

ServPro of Putnam County 608 Main St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8660 CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING

Sherwin-Williams Company #2636 302 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5480 PAINTING & WALLPAPER SUPPLIES

Shrimp-R-Us & More 765 3rd Ave Welaka, FL 32193 (386) 467-7111 RESTAURANTS

Singleton Subway #13481, Inc 151 Town & Country Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0008 RESTAURANTS

Singleton Subway #4631, Inc. 201 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5154 RESTAURANTS

Sleep Inn & Suites

3805 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-8889 LODGE / MOTEL / HOTEL

Smith Farm

336 East End Rd San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 325-4332 FARMING

Smith Products Company, Inc 900 Kirby St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4534 CABINETS / CABINETRY

Sonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q 425 N State Road 19 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4655 RESTAURANTS

Southern Air

3849 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177-9766 (386) 328-3212 AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING

Speas & Rowe, PLLC

613 St Johns Ave, Ste 203 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-9081 ATTORNEYS / LEGAL SERVICES

St Johns Asset Mgmt, LLC 601 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-5915 FINANCIAL & INVESTMENT SERVICES

St Johns Campground

436 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131-9014 (386) 328-4470 RV PARK / CAMPGROUND

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St Johns Eye Care

2504 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5141 PHYSICIANS - OPTOMETRY

St Johns Housing Partnership

525 W. King St St. Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 824-0902 HOUSING SUPPORT

St Johns River State College 5001 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177-3897 (386) 312-4200 EDUCATION

St Johns Super Service Center 608 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9231 AUTOMOTIVE - REPAIR & SERVICES

St Johns Urgent Care / Putnam Family Care 6101 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-1225 URGENT CARE FACILITIES

St Leo University 5001 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-1477 EDUCATION

State Farm Insurance Co.Ken Henley 119 N. 4th St Palatka, FL 32177-3727 (386) 328-1523 INSURANCE AGENCIES

State Rep. Charles E. Van Zant 3841 Reid St, Ste 5 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-2272 GOVERNMENT AGENCIES

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Steamaster

246 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-5572 CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING

Steve A Chapman, D.M.D.

3520 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8351 DENTISTS / ORTHODONTISTS

Sunbelt Landowners Association

233 N. Causeway, Suite C New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169 (386) 423-4248 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

SunCrest Omni Home Health 700 Zeagler Dr, Suite 6 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-0646 HOME HEALTH CARE

Sunrise Marine

228 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-0767 MARINE DEALERSHIP

Sunrise Primary Care 101 Eucalyptus Ave Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2279 PHYSICIANS - GENERAL

Sunset Point Car Wash 160 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-1119 CAR WASH & DETAILING

Sunshine Cleaning Service 416 Silver Lake Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3017 CLEANING SERVICES RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL

Sunshine Trophies & Awards 239 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4989 TROPHIES & PLAQUES

Susan G. Helwig, Insurance Agency 836 S. Moody Rd, Suite 1 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-1002 INSURANCE AGENCIES

Synergy Construction

1100 Carr St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-6222 GENERAL CONTRACTORS

Tance E. Roberts Attorney at Law

200 Malaga St, Suite 9 St Augustine, FL 32084 (386) 328-2778 ATTORNEYS / LEGAL SERVICES

Tangles Hair Salon 3713 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 538-1277 BEAUTY SALONS

Taylor Builders & Developers, Inc.

710 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-8226 GENERAL CONTRACTORS

TD Bank

101 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-7729 BANKS / CREDIT UNION

TD Bank

350 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2959 BANKS / CREDIT UNION

TD Bank

1116 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-4439 BANKS / CREDIT UNION

Terrence B. Brauneck, D.D.S. 120 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177-3935 (386) 328-9206 DENTISTS

The ARC of Putnam County 1209 Westover Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2249 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

The Bailey Group

1200 S. Plantation Island Dr, Ste 210 St Augustine, FL 32080 (904) 461-1800 INSURANCE SERVICES

The Bingo Palace 201 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5822 ENTERTAINMENT

The Boathouse Marina 329 River St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2944 MARINA

The Computer Guys

302 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-6130 COMPUTER SALES & SERVICE

The Executive Compensation Grp

325 Williamson Blvd, Suite 120 Daytona Beach, FL 32120 (386) 255-0519 FINANCIAL & INVESTMENT SERVICES

The Floridian Sports Club 122 Floridian Club Rd Welaka, FL 32193 (386) 467-2181 RESORT ACCOMMODATIONS

CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

The Mathe Corporation

106 Mathe Ave Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-2471 GENERAL CONTRACTORS

The Ride Solution, Inc.

220 N. 11th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-9999 TRANSPORTATION / SHUTTLE SERVICES

Theodore E. MacGibbon 419 Emmett St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7663 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

3 Bananas Restaurant & Bar 11 S. Lake St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2861 RESTAURANTS

Toby’s Alignment, Inc.

2604 Peters St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5490 AUTOMOTIVE - REPAIR & SERVICES

Tommyz Alternator & Starter Service 114 Hwy 207 East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-4749 AUTOMOTIVE - ALTERNATOR SERVICES

Tony Alfiero

P.O. Box 990 San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 328-0667 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

Town of Interlachen

311 Atlantic Ave Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-3811 GOVERNMENT OFFICES - CITY & TOWNSHIP

Town of Pomona Park

1775 Hwy 17 South Pomona Park, FL 32181 (386) 649-4902 GOVERNMENT OFFICES - CITY & TOWNSHIP

Town of Welaka

400 4th Ave Welaka, FL 32193 (386) 467-9800 GOVERNMENT OFFICES - CITY & TOWNSHIP

Treasure Fine Jewelers

Villa Farms Luxury Community 7300 Crill Ave, # 65 Palatka, FL 32177-9206 (386) 325-0055 RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

Virginia Howe’s Cleaning Service

157 Town & Country Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3222 JEWELER / GOLDSMITH

5206-B Silver Lake Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 546-2955 CLEANING SERVICES - RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL

True House, Inc.

Vulcan Materials - Smith Division

150 Hwy 207 East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-9085 MANUFACTURING - TRUSS SYSTEMS

U.S. Army Recruiter – Palatka Station 400 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-8833 MILITARY RECRUITERS

UNF Small Business Development Center (SBDC) 12000 Alumni Dr Jacksonville, FL 32224 (904) 620-2427 BUSINESS CONSULTANTS

UniFirst Corporation 317 NE 2nd St Ocala, FL 34470 (352) 629-7141 LAUNDRY SERVICE

United Rent-All of NE Florida, Inc.

4743 Blanding Blvd Jacksonville, FL 32210 (904) 771-3300 PARTY / EVENT PLANNING & SUPPLIES

United Way of Putnam County 820 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8992 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Veritas Steel, LLC 211 Comfort Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4683 STEEL FABRICATION

400 Keuka Rd Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 659-2477 SAND MINING

Vulcan Materials - South Division 400 Keuka Rd Edgar, FL 32149 (386) 684-2441 SAND MINING

Vystar Credit Union

510 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3303 BANKS / CREDIT UNION

W. L. Pritchett, Jr.

119 Orange Tree Rd East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-9510 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

W.W. Gay Mechanical Contractor 524 Stockton St Jacksonville, FL 32204 (904) 388-2696 HEAVY EQUIPMENT CONTRACTORS

Wal-Mart Supercenter, Store #551 1024 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6733 RETAIL STORES

Walters Landscaping & Lawn Service

137 Confederate Point Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9199 LAWN MAINTENANCE

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Waste Pro of Florida

Wes Larson

Watson Realty Corp.

Wesnofske Farms, Inc.

170 County Landfill Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5445 GARBAGE COLLECTION

203 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-9888 REAL ESTATE - GENERAL

Wattles Business Solutions 110 S. Second St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4323 PRINTING & ADVERTISING SERVICES

113 Gator Trail Melrose, FL 32666 (386) 937-3697 HONORARY MEMBERS

P.O. Box 631 Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1409 FARMING

Woodland Point Apartments

6710 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9530 APARTMENT / HOUSING RENTALS

Woodmen of the World

Your Home Medical

Woody’s Bar-B-Q

Zaxby’s of Palatka

2700 Lundy Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 983-2235 FINANCIAL & INVESTMENT SERVICES

110 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 386-385-3234 RESTAURANTS

610 Zeagler Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2096 PHARMACY & MEDICAL SUPPLIES

423 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3495 RESTAURANTS

WTRP

BE VOCAL

205 Zeagler Dr, Suite 303 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5637 REAL ESTATE DEVELOPERS

BUY LOCAL

CATEGORICAL MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

ABSTRACTS, TITLE INSURANCE & SEARCHES & REAL ESTATE CLOSINGS Guaranty Title Company 213 N. 4th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4576

ADVERTISING

Hibu, Inc. 4601 E. Moody Blvd Bunnell, FL 32110 (904) 541-2600

AGRI-BUSINESS

Gullett Title, Inc. 401 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5106

Bulls-Hit Ranch & Farm, Inc. 9165 Old Hastings Rd Hastings, FL 32145 (904) 692-2715

ACCOUNTANTS / CPAs

AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING

Carr, Riggs & Ingram 906 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4561 Patricia Banks Accounting 519 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7523

ACCOUNTING SERVICES Myers Resources, LLC 1419 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9490

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Artic Air, Inc. 1501 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5095 DePriest A/C & Heating, Inc. 342 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-0000 Nicholson AC/Heating & Quality Ice 326 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0911

Parker Heating & Air of NE FL, Inc 1014 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 937-6376 Southern Air 3849 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177-9766 (386) 328-3212

ALUMINUM CONTRACTORS J&J Aluminum Products, LLC 1026 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 972-0391

AMBULANCE / MEDICAL TRANSPORT Courtesy Transport Services 1306 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 336-9515

ANIMAL SHELTER / SANCTUARY Humane Society of NorthEast Florida 112 Norma St Hollister, FL 32147 (386) 325-1587

APARTMENT / HOUSING RENTALS Barrington Apartments 607 S. Moody Rd - Office Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-0512 Barry Manor Apartments 1000 Husson Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5137 Holly Ridge Apartments 6410 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-1973 Woodland Point Apartments 6710 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9530

ASPHALT & PAVING CONSTRACTORS North Florida Emulsions, Inc. 701 N. Moody Rd, #15 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1733

CATEGORICAL MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

ASSOCIATE MEMBERS Brent Coates 101 Cinnamon Dr Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 937-1481 Cynthia O. Asia 424 N. Fern St San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 328-1607 Daniel A. Martinez 320 Round Lake Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3959 Gene O’Connor 128 Sunset Point Lane East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-4405 J.D. Thompson 558 W. Peniel Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3189 Joe Boatwright P.O. Box 101 East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 937-5320 Joyce L. Skaff P.O. Box 486 Pomona Park, FL 32181 (386) 326-4321 Kerry Rowell 343 E. Buffalo Bluff Rd Satsuma, FL 32189 (386) 649-2476

W. L. Pritchett, Jr. 119 Orange Tree Rd East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-9510

ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS American Cancer Society 600 Zeagler Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6224 American Red Cross 523 S. 13th St Palatka, FL 32177 (904) 797-3851 Arts Council of Greater Palatka 216 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8998

Loyal Order of Moose, Lodge #184 3875 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-6948

Salt Springs Civic Association, Inc P.O. Box 5075 Salt Springs, FL 32134 (352) 685-3938

Melrose Business & Community Assoc P.O. Box 1301 Melrose, FL 32666 (352) 246-4545

Sunbelt Landowners Association, Inc. 233 N. Causeway, Suite C New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169 (386) 423-4248

NE Florida Community Action Agency 1201 Madison St Palatka, FL 32177 (904) 635-8646

The ARC of Putnam County 1209 Westover Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2249

Palatka Art League, Inc. 324 River St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8750

Catholic Charities Bureau, Inc. 3940 Lewis Spdwy, Suite 2103 St Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 829-6300

Palatka Christian Service Center 3218 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0984

Community Partnership for Children 1910 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-4244

Palatka Main Street 205 N. 2nd St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0100 x333

Conlee-Snyder Mural Committee 233 Davis Lake Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9806

Palatka New Vision Lion’s Foundation P.O. Box 2655 Palatka, FL 32178 (386) 937-8277

United Way of Putnam County 820 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8992

ATTORNEYS / LEGAL SERVICES Craig Z. Sherar, P.A. 147 Pine Tree Rd East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 336-3088 Douglas & Hedstrom, P.A. 601 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6000 Garry Wood - Attorney at Law 415 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-3993

Crescent City Woman’s Club 604 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 467-7075

Pilot Club of Palatka, Inc. P.O. Box 2202 Palatka, FL 32178 (386) 328-3496

Harrell & Harrell, P.A. 4735 Sunbeam Rd Jacksonville, FL 32257 (800) 251-1111

Theodore E. MacGibbon 419 Emmett St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7663

Early Learning Coalition of North Florida, Inc. 2450 Old Moultrie Rd, Suite 103 St Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 342-2267

Putnam County Chamber of Commerce 1100 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1503

Holmes & Young, P.A. 222 N. 3rd St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1111

Tony Alfiero P.O. Box 990 San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 328-0667

Keep Putnam Beautiful 205 N. 2nd St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-9598

Normand Jutras 412 Mulholland Park Palatka, FL 32177 (978) 376-1730

Putnam Habitat for Humanity 1605 Westover Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5862

Johnson & Osteryoung, PA 226 SW 2nd St Gainesville, FL 32601 (352) 372-6947

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Law Offices of Ronald E. Sholes 700 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-3496 Robert Altman, P.A. 5256 Silver Lake Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4691

Robert M. Perry -- Attorney at Law 601 Reid St, 2nd Floor Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-9805 Rogers Towers, P.A. 100 Whetstone Place, Suite 200 St Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 824-0879 Speas & Rowe, PLLC 613 St Johns Ave, Ste 203 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-9081 Tance E. Roberts - Attorney at Law 200 Malaga St, Suite 9 St Augustine, FL 32084 (386) 328-2778

AUTOMOBILE DEALERS NEW & USED Beck Chevrolet - Buick - GMC 1601 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1511 Beck Chrysler - Dodge - Jeep 256 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8863 Beck Ford - Lincoln 420 N. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8881 Beck Nissan 252 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2775

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AUTOMOTIVE ALTERNATOR SERVICES

Tommyz Alternator & Starter Service 114 Hwy 207 East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-4749

BANKS / CREDIT UNION Ameris Bank 601 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5154

AUTOMOTIVE - BATTERY SALES & SERVICE

Ameris Bank 100 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3770

Bohannon Battery Dist, Inc 611 N. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9024

Capital City Bank 4120 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-1155

AUTOMOTIVE - PARTS & SUPPLIES

Capital City Bank 148 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 329-1150

Peninsular Auto Parts 533 S. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112-3031 (386) 698-2002

AUTOMOTIVE - REPAIR & SERVICES St Johns Super Service Center 608 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9231 Toby’s Alignment, Inc. 2604 Peters St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5490

AUTOMOTIVE - TIRE SERVICE & REPAIR Laibl’s Tire King 514 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7835

BAIT & TACKLE Messer’s Westside Bait & Tackle 934 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4035

TD Bank 101 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-7729 TD Bank 350 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2959 TD Bank 1116 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-4439 Vystar Credit Union 510 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3303

BEAUTY SALONS

CenterState Bank 500 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1982

Leta & Company 2000 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2672

CenterState Bank 1 Eastgate Square East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-1984

Tangles Hair Salon 3713 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 538-1277

CenterState Bank 1120 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-4971

BICYCLE SALES & SERVICE

Farm Credit of Florida, ACA 309 N. 2nd St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-7201 First Coast Community Credit Union 306 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5555 Harbor Community Bank 350 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5600 Mariner Finance 318 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 386-329-8988

Putnam Bicycles 100 S. 9th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9033

BLOOD BANK LifeSouth Community Blood Bank 6003 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-7299

BUILDING MATERIALS, HARDWARE & LUMBER Fruitland Ace Hardware 1157 CR 309 - Fruitland Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 467-2795

CATEGORICAL MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

Hill’s Hardware & Recycling 1770 Hwy 17 Pomona Park, FL 32181 (386) 649-5479

Sunset Point Car Wash 160 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-1119

Home Depot, Store #8531 417 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5857

CARPET & FLOOR COVERINGS

Lowe’s 500 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-5340 Producers Ace Hardware Co. 404 Central Ave Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1260

BUSINESS CONSULTANTS Human Resources Development Srvcs 609 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-0990 UNF Small Business Development Ctr 12000 Alumni Dr Jacksonville, FL 32224 (904) 620-2427

CABINETS / CABINETRY Smith Products Company, Inc 900 Kirby St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4534

CABLE TELEVISION Comcast Cable 200 N. Third St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1567

CAR WASH & DETAILING Blue Lagoon Carwash, Inc. 4401 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (352) 473-7060

Palatka Flooring Center 1813 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-0440

CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING ServPro of Putnam County 608 Main St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8660 Steamaster 246 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-5572

CATERING SERVICES HoneyBaked Ham Company Hwy 19 Palatka, FL 32177 (440) 487-9572 Jerry Stalvey’s BBQ 6430 CR 16A, Lot A St Augustine, FL 32092 (904) 540-1697 Putnam County Shrine Club 110 Yelvington Rd East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-8020

CHARITABLE FOUNDATIONS McClain Family Foundation 285 West River Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-3833

CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING Montco Research Products, Inc. 209 Janice Dr Hollister, FL 32147 (386) 325-5504

CHILD WELFARE

Episcopal Children’s Services 400 Hwy 19 North, Suite 33 Palatka, FL 32177 (904) 726-1500

Rodeheaver Boy’s Ranch, Inc. 380 Boys Ranch Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1281

Elkins Constructors, Inc. 701 W. Adams St Jacksonville, FL 32204 (904) 353-6500 NorthEast Environmental, LLC 209 Environmental Blvd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 546-5770

CHURCHES

COPIER / FACSIMILE SERVICES

First Baptist Church of Palatka 501 Oak St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1531

EGP, Inc. 1760 Hwy A1A South St. Augustine, FL 32080 (386) 328-6816

CLEANING SERVICES - RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL

CUSTOM HOMES CONSTRUCTION

First Coast Janitorial Service, Inc. 113 Pecan Grove Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 937-5043 Sunshine Cleaning Service 416 Silver Lake Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3017 Virginia Howe’s Cleaning Service 5206-B Silver Lake Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 546-2955

COMPUTER SALES & SERVICE The Computer Guys 302 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-6130

COMPUTER SERVICES Ambient Technologies, Inc. 213 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (904) 483-6121

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES Ajax Building Corporation 10365 S. Hood Rd, Suite 203 Jacksonville, FL 32257 (904) 262-8660

North Florida Home Builders, Inc 611 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 559-7972

DENTISTS Hicks Dental 800 Zeagler Dr, Suite 330 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-6000 Jeffrey R. Slotten, D.D.S. 205 Zeagler Dr, Suite 502 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1500 Terrence B. Brauneck, D.D.S. 120 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177-3935 (386) 328-9206

DENTISTS / ORTHODONTISTS Steve A Chapman, D.M.D. 3520 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8351

EDUCATION First Coast Technical College 2980 Collins Ave St Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 829-1011

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CATEGORICAL MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

First Coast Technical College 146 Comfort Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-9000

Life’s A Stitch 225 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-3369

Wesnofske Farms, Inc. P.O. Box 631 Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1409

NE Florida Educational Consortium 3841 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-3800

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES / AGENCIES

FERNERIES

Putnam County School District 200 S. 7th St Palatka, FL 32177-4612 (386) 329-0510 St Johns River State College 5001 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177-3897 (386) 312-4200 St Leo University 5001 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-1477

ELECTRIC COMPANIES Clay Electric Cooperative, Inc. 300 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1432 Florida Power & Light Co. 2900 Catherine St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-5102 Seminole Electric Cooperative 890 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9255

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS Preston Electric & Construction Co. 2105 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3355

CareerSource NE Florida 400 Hwy 19 North, Suite 33 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-3724

ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS Causseaux, Hewett, & Walpole, Inc. 132 NW 76th Dr Gainesville, FL 32607 (352) 331-1976 Rudd Jones, P.E. & Associates 209 N. 4th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-3610

ENTERTAINMENT Putnam County Fair Authority, Inc. 118 Theatre Rd East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-3247 The Bingo Palace 201 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5822

FARMING Hawkins & Turner Farm 438 East End Rd San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 328-3736

EMBROIDERY & SCREENPRINT

Miller Farms 239 Hwy 17 North Bostwick, FL 32007 (386) 325-4714

Embroidme 320 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-5503

Smith Farm 336 East End Rd San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 325-4332

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Forest Groves Ferneries, Inc. 610 Old Hwy 17 Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1074

FINANCIAL & INVESTMENT SERVICES Ginn Financial Group, Inc. 421 St. Johns Ave, Suite 3 Palatka, FL 32177-9987 (386) 325-4501

FISH CAMPS Bass World Lodge & Marina 209 Browns Fish Camp Rd Georgetown, FL 32139 (386) 467-2267 Georgetown Marina & Lodge 1533 County Rd 309 Georgetown, FL 32139 (386) 467-2002

FISH FARM Anguilla Fish Farm 181 School Rd, Federal Point Hastings, FL 32145 (904) 692-1050

FITNESS CENTERS

St Johns Asset Mgmt, LLC 601 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-5915

Putnam Family Fitness Center 213 Perry St Pomona Park, FL 32181 (386) 649-8784

The Executive Compensation Group 325 Williamson Blvd, Ste 120 Daytona Beach, FL 32120 (386) 255-0519

FLORISTS

Woodmen of the World 2700 Lundy Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 983-2235

FINANCIAL PLANNING Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. 510 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2221 Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. 510 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2221

FIRE SAFETY CONSULTANTS Lightfoot Fire Extinguisher Service 506 Madison St Palatka, FL 32177-3431 (386) 325-1734

Flowers by Melanie, Inc. 2312 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-5559 Ralph’s House of Flowers 605 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4734

FOOD PRODUCT SALES Cracker House Sauces, Inc. P.O. Box 1066 Palatka, FL 32178 (386) 328-2780

FOOTWEAR - SHOES / BOOTS Family Shoe Store 711 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177-4645 (386) 325-7847

FUNERAL HOMES Flagg Serenity Memorial Chapel 2400 Madison St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-0444

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Johnson-Overturf Funeral Homes 1230 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-3360 Johnson-Overturf Funeral Homes 307 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177-4143 (386) 325-4521 Masters Funeral Homes 1207 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-4177 Masters Funeral Homes 3015 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4564

FURNITURE / HOME FURNISHINGS Aaron’s Sales & Lease 420 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9979 Badcock Home Furniture & More 1000 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1412

GAS: NATURAL

Palatka Gas Authority 518 Main St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1591

GENERAL CONTRACTORS Riverside Builders of Putnam County 511 W. Towles Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 937-7248 Synergy Construction 1100 Carr St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-6222 Taylor Builders & Developers, Inc. 710 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-8226

GENERAL CONTRACTORS The Mathe Corporation 106 Mathe Ave Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-2471

GIFTS & DECORATING ACCESSORIES

Farmers Home Furniture 419 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4638

Lady Bug’s Gift Shoppe 114 S. 2nd St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-7502

McKinnon Furniture Outlet 1023 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1583

GLASS

McKinnon Home Furnishings 237 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177-9706 (386) 328-8880

GARBAGE COLLECTION Waste Pro of Florida 170 County Landfill Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5445

Lee & Cates Glass Distributors 629 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5301

GOVERNMENT AGENCIES NE Florida Regional Council 6850 Belfort Oaks Place Jacksonville, FL 32216 (904) 279-0880

Putnam County Development Authority 1100 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5177

Putnam County Supervisor of Elections 2509 Crill Ave, Suite 900 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0408

State Rep. Charles E. Van Zant 3841 Reid St, Ste 5 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-2272

Putnam County Tax Collector Office 323 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0271

GOVERNMENT OFFICES CITY & TOWNSHIP City of Crescent City 3 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2525 City of Palatka 201 N. 2nd St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0100 Palatka Housing Authority 400 N. 15th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0132 Putnam County Clerk of Courts 410 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-7600 Putnam County Dept. of Health 2801 Kennedy St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-3200

Town of Interlachen 311 Atlantic Ave Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-3811 Town of Pomona Park 1775 Hwy 17 South Pomona Park, FL 32181 (386) 649-4902 Town of Welaka 400 4th Ave Welaka, FL 32193 (386) 467-9800

GRANT WRITING / ADMINISTRATION Fred Fox Enterprises, Inc. 26 Spanish St St Augustine, FL 32084 (386) 328-3822

GROCERY STORE Hitchcock’s Market 9 Eastgate Square East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 462-2284

Putnam County Government 2509 Crill Ave, Suite 200 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0296

Hitchcock’s Market 1114 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-6514

Putnam County Property Appraiser 312 Oak St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0286

Publix Super Markets #727 171 Town & Country Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-8305

Putnam County Sheriff’s Office 130 Orie Griffin Blvd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0800

GYPSUM / DRYWALL Continental Building Products 886 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5766

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HANDYMAN MAINTENANCE SERVICE Reliable Carpentry & Handyman, Inc P.O. Box 136 East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 336-1154

HAULING / TRUCKING COMPANY C&W Logistics 779 Hwy 20 West Hollister, FL 32147 (386) 328-8188

HEAVY EQUIPMENT CONTRACTORS Herrington Industries, Inc. 7300 Crill Ave, Box #65 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9898 W.W. Gay Mechanical Contractor, Inc. 524 Stockton St Jacksonville, FL 32204 (904) 388-2696

HOME HEALTH CARE Gentiva Health Services 205 Zeagler Dr, Suite 401 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0202

HOSPICE CARE

Haven Hospice 6400 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-7100

Hospice of Citrus & the Nature Coast 927 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 530-4600

HOSPITAL Flagler Hospital 400 Health Park Blvd St. Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 819-4400 Putnam Community Medical Center 611 Zeagler Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5711

St Johns Housing Partnership 525 W. King St St. Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 824-0902

INCOME TAX & BOOKKEEPING SERVICE

Mederi CareTenders 3900 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3555 Nurse On-Call 205 Zeagler Dr, Suite 101 Palatka, FL 32177 (352) 395-6424

INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTORS

HONORARY MEMBERS Wes Larson 113 Gator Trail Melrose, FL 32666 (386) 937-3697

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Edith Aldrich Insurance Agency 1721 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0610 Farm Bureau Insurance 147 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-5822 Frank Bush Insurance Agency 1062 Hwy 19 South, Suite 2 Palatka, FL 32177-9003 (386) 325-9468 Meade Insurance Agency 307 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8627

HOUSING SUPPORT

Income Tax Service 107 Mungin St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8854

SunCrest Omni Home Health 700 Zeagler Dr, Suite 6 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-0646

Bates, Hewett & Floyd Insurance 3400 Crill Ave, Suite 2 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1100

Neuco Distributors 1214 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32007 (386) 328-1257

Merrill, Hancock & Turner Insurance 1301 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-0100 Millican Insurance Agency 2400 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5793

Reiter Insurance Agency, Inc. 926 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2400

INSURANCE AGENCIES

State Farm Insurance Co. Ken Henley 119 N. 4th St Palatka, FL 32177-3727 (386) 328-1523

Aron Livingston Agency – New York Life Ins. Co. 222 N. Third St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-9030

Susan G. Helwig, Insurance Agency 836 S. Moody Rd, Suite 1 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-1002

INSURANCE SERVICES Humana Health Insurance Company 1500 Beville Rd, Suite 405 Daytona Beach, FL 32114 (800) 447-5261 The Bailey Group 1200 S. Plantation Island Dr, Ste 210 St Augustine, FL 32080 (904) 461-1800

INTERIOR DECORATING Etc, LLC 516 River St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 937-7158

INVESTMENT BROKER Edward D. Jones & Co. 512 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177-4148 (386) 325-9072

JEWELER / GOLDSMITH Treasure Fine Jewelers 157 Town & Country Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3222

LAND SURVEYORS H. Earl Wallace, II - Land Surveyor 224 N. 6th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3233

LAUNDROMAT City Coin Op. Laundry 1608 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5942

LAUNDRY SERVICE UniFirst Corporation 317 NE 2nd St Ocala, FL 34470 (352) 629-7141

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LAWN EQUIPMENT SALES & SERVICE Old Castle Lawn & Garden 1512 Hwy 17 North Bostwick, FL 32007 (386) 312-0208 R&J Power Equipment, Inc 100 E. Hick St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3356

LAWN MAINTENANCE Cuttin’ Time Lawn Service 109 Park Rd Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-3445 Eddie’s Lawn Services 128 Grassy Lane Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-4040 Walters Landscaping & Lawn Service 137 Confederate Point Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9199

LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS & SUPPLIES Rachelsie Farm, Inc. 1035 Bardin Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-4006

LODGE - PRIVATE / CORPORATE Norfolk Southern Fishing Lodge 120 Mullis Trail East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 385-3071

LODGE / MOTEL / HOTEL Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 3813 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2500

Quality Inn & Suites Riverfront 201 N. 1st St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3481 Sleep Inn & Suites 3805 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-8889

MARINA

Acosta Creek Harbor, Inc. 124 Acosta Creek Dr Satsuma, FL 32189 (386) 467-2229

LOUNGE / PACKAGE GOODS Parker House Lounge, Inc 143 N Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2397

LOUNGE / SPORTS BAR Beef O’Brady’s 201 N. 1st St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2525

MANUFACTURING CONCRETE PRESSURE PIPE Hanson Pipe & Precast 245 Comfort Rd, St. Johns Barge Port Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8841

MANUFACTURING - TRUSS SYSTEMS True House, Inc. 150 Hwy 207 East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-9085

MILITARY RECRUITERS

The Boathouse Marina 329 River St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2944

U.S. Army Recruiter - Palatka Station 400 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-8833

MARINE CONSTRUCTION

MINING & MINERAL PROCESSING

LOUNGE / RESTAURANT Cheyenne Saloon, Inc 337 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-9216

B&B Wholesale Metals 186 Hwy 207 East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-0242

Miner’s Marine Construction, Inc. 649 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-0881

MARINE DEALERSHIP S&A Leisure, Inc. 1300 Hwy 309 North Welaka, FL 32193 (386) 467-7000 Sunrise Marine 228 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-0767

MATTRESSES / BEDDING Factory Direct Bedding, LLC 1400 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1200

MEAT MARKET / BUTCHER SHOP Cowart’s Meat Market 530 Hwy 17 South San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 325-5003

METAL FABRICATORS Apex Metal Fabrication, Inc. 177 Comfort Rd, Barge Port Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2564

Edgar Minerals, Inc. 651 Keuka Rd Hawthorne, FL 32640 (352) 481-2421

MOBILE HOMES & TRAVEL TRAILERS San Mateo Villas 500 Hwy 17 South San Mateo, FL 32187 (772) 778-9106

MOTORSPORTS PARKS Magnolia Dunes, LLC 400 Hwy 310 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 643-8042

NEWSPAPERS Palatka Daily News 1825 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-5200 Putnam County Courier Journal 330 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1644 Putnam Pennysaver 930 Hwy 19 South, Suite A Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4649

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NURSING HOMES

Crestwood Nursing Center 501 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1472 LakeWood Nursing Center 100 N. Lake St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2222

Palatka Health Care Center 110 Kay Larkin Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-0173

OFFICE SUPPLIES & FURNITURE King’s Office Supply & Printing Co. 306 Central Ave Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1121

Georgia-Pacific - Palatka Operations County Rd 216 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2001

PARTY / EVENT PLANNING & SUPPLIES United Rent-All of NE Florida, Inc. 4743 Blanding Blvd Jacksonville, FL 32210 (904) 771-3300

PARTY RENTALS Marie’s Tables & Tents 5262 Silver Lake Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-9848

PAWN SHOPS

Palatka Pawn Shop, Inc 1801 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-1999

PEST CONTROL SERVICES PAINTING & PLASTERING INTERIOR / EXTERIOR Massey III Painting 115 Red Fox Trail Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4357

PAINTING & WALLPAPER SUPPLIES Sherwin-Williams Company #2636 302 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5480

PAPER PRODUCTS Georgia-Pacific - Palatka Chip Mill P.O. Box 1458 Palatka, FL 32178-1458 (386) 328-8826

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Crescent Termite & Pest Control, Inc 241 S. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2847 Do-All Pest Control, Inc. 6100 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3347 Florida Pest Control & Chemical Co. 2405 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177-4269 (386) 328-1541 Massey Services, Inc. 1761 E. Dobbs St St. Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 808-1828 Sentry Termite & Pest Control, Inc. 431 Atlantic Ave Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-2847

PET SERVICES

Crescent City Kennel, Inc 2620-A Hwy 17 South Crescent City, FL 32112 386-698-2777

PETROLEUM DISTRIBUTOR WHOLESALE Port Consolidated, Inc. 102 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2064

PHARMACY & MEDICAL SUPPLIES Your Home Medical 610 Zeagler Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2096

PHYSICAL & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Kennedy Rehabilitation & Skilled Therapy Services 3603 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-1001

PHYSICIANS CARDIOVASCULAR First Coast Cardiovascular Institute 524 Zeagler Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (904) 885-1169

PHYSICIANS - GENERAL Azalea Health 613 St Johns Ave, 3rd Flr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0108 Flagler Multi-Specialty Care Center 400 Health Park Blvd St. Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 819-4431

Island Doctors 199 Hwy 17 South, Suite A East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 312-0250 Jack M. Matheny II, MD 205 Zeagler Dr, Suite 101 Palatka, FL 32177 386-328-6746 Sunrise Primary Care 101 Eucalyptus Ave Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2279

PHYSICIANS - INTERNAL MEDICINE Pulido Internal Medicine, LLC 700 Zeagler Dr, Suite 1 Palatka, FL 32177 386-329-9036

PHYSICIANS - ONCOLOGY Cancer Center of Putnam County 600 Zeagler Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-8140

PHYSICIANS OPHTHALMOLOGY George A. Davis, MD, PA 800 Zeagler Dr, Suite 120 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8369

PHYSICIANS - OPTOMETRY St Johns Eye Care 2504 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5141

PHYSICIANS - PEDIATRICS Kids Care Pediatrics, P.A. 6910 Old Wolf Bay Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-7337

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PHYSICIANS - PODIATRY Richard Jason, D.P.M. 3600 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7541

PLASTICS FABRICATORS Plastic Masters International, Inc. 327 SR 207 East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 312-9775

PLUMBING & SEPTIC SERVICES Doctor Rooter Supply & Service, Inc 3845 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2634

PLUMBING SUPPLIES Bramlitt’s Plumbing & Electric 110 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1520

PORTABLE TOILETS A Dire Need, LLC 152 Matt Trail Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-6188 Gottago of Putnam County P.O. Box 2741 Palatka, FL 32178-8041 (386) 328-6454

PRINTING & ADVERTISING SERVICES Wattles Business Solutions 110 S. Second St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4323

PRINTING SERVICES Graphics II 623 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177-4643 (386) 328-4021

Palatka Press Plant 1825 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-5201

PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS PBS Ad Specialties, Inc. 100 Belgrade St Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-3881

RADIO STATIONS 91.3 Hope FM 201 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3334 Natkim Radio -- WIYD & WPLK 1428 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5800

REAL ESTATE COMMERCIAL Coldwell Banker Commercial/ Ben Bates, Inc. 3400 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6716

REAL ESTATE - GENERAL

Roland Pacetti Realty, Inc. 208 N. 6th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5569 Watson Realty Corp.

203 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-9888

REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATIONS NE Florida Association of Realtors 1723 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2965

REAL ESTATE DEVELOPERS Riverfront Development Group 329 River St Palatka, FL 32177 (561) 441-5535 WTRP 205 Zeagler Dr, Suite 303 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5637

RESORT ACCOMMODATIONS

Century 21 Triton Realty 102 S. Main St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2100

Crystal Cove Resort & Marina 133 Crystal Cove Dr Palatka, FL 32177-9673 (386) 325-1055

Coldwell Banker / Ben Bates, Inc. 315 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112-2333 (386) 698-2776

The Floridian Sports Club 122 Floridian Club Rd Welaka, FL 32193 (386) 467-2181

Coldwell Banker / Ben Bates, Inc. 3400 Crill Ave, Suite 1 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6716 Modern Realty of Putnam, Inc. 881 Hwy 20, Suite 3 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-0930

RESTAURANTS 3 Bananas Restaurant & Bar 11 S. Lake St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2861 Angel’s Diner, Inc. 209 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3927

Beef O’Brady’s 201 N. 1st St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2525 Bradley’s Steaks & Seafood 909 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-4334 Burger King / Deb Lyn, Inc. 3305 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5804 C.P. Deli & More, Inc. 3707 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1199 City Cafe of Palatka 318 St. Johns Avenue Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-3056 Corky Bell’s Seafood of Palatka, Inc. 185 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 329-9300 Dairy Queen of Palatka, Inc. 822 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2677 Domino’s Pizza #3254 650 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-4400 Domino’s Pizza #3256 7903 Hwy 21 Keystone Heights, FL 32656 (352) 473-7070 Domino’s Pizza #5156 1602 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-0112 Dunkin Donuts / Baskin Robbins 1419 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2181

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Golden Corral Restaurant #643 501 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4040

Lori’s Fountain Restaurant 2401 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9769 McDonald’s of Palatka 2627 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2092 Musselwhite’s Seafood & Grill 125 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 326-9111 Niko’s Pizza 804 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177-9308 (386) 328-8558 Papa John’s Pizza 1608 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7277 PizzaBoyz 919 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-9977 Quiznos Subs #95 111 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-9003 Singleton Subway #13481, Inc 151 Town & Country Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0008 Singleton Subway #4631, Inc. 201 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5154

Shrimp-R-Us & More 765 3rd Ave Welaka, FL 32193 (386) 467-7111

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Sonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q 425 N State Road 19 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4655 Woody’s Bar-B-Q 110 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 386-385-3234 Zaxby’s of Palatka 423 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3495

RETAIL STORES Charmed 6719 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-5983 Cooper’s Closet 164 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 530-2792 Wal-Mart Supercenter, Store #551 1024 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6733

RETIREMENT COMMUNITY River Villas, Inc. 239 Buffalo Bluff Rd, # 250 Satsuma, FL 32189 (386) 649-4001 Villa Farms Luxury Community 7300 Crill Ave, # 65 Palatka, FL 32177-9206 (386) 325-0055

ROOFING CONTRACTOR Armstrong Roofing, Inc. 455 East End Rd San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 325-2023 Bates Roofing Company 119 Hotel St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2588

Blue Sky Roofing of North Florida, LLC 196 W. River Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-0168 Hawkins Roofing, Inc. P.O. Box 398 San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 937-1634

Neal Strickland Roofing, Inc. 283 East End Rd San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 328-5509

RV PARK / CAMPGROUND

SHIPBUILDING Newcastle Shipyards 195 Comfort Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-0000

SHIPPING SERVICES PACKAGES / PARCELS City Shippers 1608 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5942

SHOPPING CENTERS

St Johns Campground 436 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131-9014 (386) 328-4470

Palatka Mall, LLC 400 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (770) 955-8117

RV SALES & SERVICES

Palatka Marketplace Hwy 19 & 20 Palatka, FL 32177 (727) 449-2020

New Horizon RV, Inc. 617 Hwy 17 South San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 326-8900

SAND MINING Vulcan Materials - Smith Division 400 Keuka Rd Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 659-2477 Vulcan Materials - South Division 400 Keuka Rd Edgar, FL 32149 (386) 684-2441

SCREEN PRINTED SIGNS & APPAREL Lighthouse Screen Printing 2163 Hwy 17 South Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-4400

SECURITY ALARMS Safe Touch Security 2515 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-9998

SIGNS - SALES & SERVICE deSigns 1309 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2166

SILK SCREEN PRINTING Hot Action Sportswear 307 Division Ave Ormond Beach, FL 32174 (386) 677-5680

STEEL FABRICATION Veritas Steel, LLC 211 Comfort Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4683

STORAGE FACILITIES Champion Self Storage 4001 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2046

CATEGORICAL MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

Mathews Moving & Storage, Inc. 1202 Carr St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7578 P & F Mini Storage 533 S. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2002

Randy Mathews Mini Storage & Hauling, LLC 1400 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1200 Saravel Self Storage 790 State Rd 207 East Palatka, FL 32131 (904) 692-2250

TELECOMMUNICATIONS AT&T 900 N. Nova Rd, Suite 100-A Daytona Beach, FL 32117 (386) 451-2675 Hasty’s Communications of Florida 6609 Commonwealth Ave Jacksonville, FL 32254 (904) 783-0130

TIMBER & LAND CONSULTANTS

Gator Timber & Land, LLC 1520 Hwy 17 North Bostwick, FL 32007 (386) 328-6969

TRANSPORTATION / SHUTTLE SERVICES The Ride Solution, Inc. 220 N. 11th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-9999

TRASH & RECYCLE CONTAINERS 1st Coast Recycling, Inc. 108 Seaboard Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-6061

URGENT CARE FACILITIES

WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT

MedEx - Medical Express of Palatka 6500 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-0575

Old City Web Services, Inc. 2155 Old Moultrie Rd, Ste 109 St Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 829-2772

St Johns Urgent Care / Putnam Family Care 6101 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-1225

VACATION RENTALS River Bend Condominiums 179 Beecher Point Dr Welaka, FL 32193 (386) 467-2900

VETERINARIANS

TROPHIES & PLAQUES

Animal Health Center 354 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-0327

Sunshine Trophies & Awards 239 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4989

Animal Medical Clinic 3301 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177-9101 (386) 328-4613

WELDING & MACHINE SHOP Arc-Rite, Inc. 341 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3523 Elliott Welding, Inc. 190 Lundy Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8782

WELL DRILLING SERVICES Moore’s Well Drilling 579 Stokes Landing Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1448

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT FL Institute for Workforce Innovation 307 Hwy 26 Melrose, FL 32666 (352) 475-5347

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Community Centers Government Offices Libraries Visitor Centers Real Estate Offices 1st Coast Recycling, Inc. Edith Aldrich State Farm Insurance Artic Air - Air Conditioning & Heating Azalea Health Badcock & More Home Furniture Barrington Apartments Bates Hewett & Floyd Insurance Agency Beck Auto Group Beef O’Brady’s Bradley’s Steak & Seafood CareerSource Northeast Florida Century 21 Triton Realty Champion Self Storage City of Crescent City City of Palatka City Shippers Coldwell Banker Ben Bates, Inc. Dairy Queen East Palatka Animal Health Center Edward Jones Factory Direct Bedding First Baptist Church of Palatka First Coast Technical College Flagg Serenity Memorial Chapel Flagler Hospital St. Augustine Georgia Pacific Guaranty Title Haven Hospice Susan Helwig State Farm Insurance Hitchcock’s Markets HogWaller Mud Bog Holiday Inn Express Johnson-Overturf Funeral Homes & Crematory Lightfoot Fire Extinguisher Service Inc. Aron Livingston Financial Advisor Jack Matheny, MD Mathews Moving & Storage Masters Funeral Home LLC 102

Destination Putnam

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Modern Realty of Putnam Inc. Musselwhite’s Seafood & Grill P & F Mini Storage Palatka Daily News Palatka Gas Authority Papa Johns Pizza Patricia Banks Accounting Parker House Liquor Store & Lounge Peninsular Auto Parts - Napa Robert Perry P.A. Pulido Internal Medicine Putnam Community Medical Center Putnam County BOCC Putnam County Florida Department of Health Putnam County Clerk of Courts - Tim Smith Putnam County Property Appraiser - Tim Parker Putnam County School District Putnam County Tax Collector- Linda Myers Putnam Physicians R & J Power Equipment Ravine Gardens State Park Rodman Plantation River Villas / Villa Farms Seminole Electric Cooperative, Inc. Sentry Termite and Pest Control, Inc. Sleep Inn Jeffery R. Slotten D.D.S. St. Johns River State College Supervisor of Elections - Charles L. Overturf III SunCrest Omni Home Health The Boathouse Marina Town of Interlachen Town of Pomona Park Vystar Credit Union Watson Realty Woody’s Bar-B-Q

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Can You Protect JJobs And The Environment At The Same Time?

Our Answer Is,Yes.

If Georgia-Pacifi acific’ss Palatka mill were to acific vanish tomorrow, tomorro ow, w 1,000 Floridians would be out of work. Those people lov love o e and respect a ov natural environment that we we’ve ve spent 12 years and $200 million trying to protect. Tod T Today, ay, ay y, the water we are returning to the environment is cleaner. r And we r. we’re re proving o oving that good jobs and a cleaner e environment can, in fact, go hand-in-hand.

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Destination Putnam

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Beck Ford Lincoln

420 N. Palm Ave. • 386-328-8881

Beck Nissan

252 Hwy 17 North • 386-328-2775

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