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Putnam County School District 2017-18

he Putnam County School District serves a diverse population of students. We offer a broad selection of opportunities for all students including AVID, career and technical programs, Advanced Placement classes, and dual enrollment. Students in grades K-12 can apply to participate in our Cambridge program of advanced studies and incoming 9th grade students can apply for the Collegiate High School program in partnership with St. Johns River State College. We are partnering with local businesses and community organizations to provide our students with more opportunities for real world and practical career experiences through our career and technical programs. We have expanded our welding program and have a new program for Advanced Manufacturing. The Putnam County School District is committed to the education of the whole child; our mission is to â&#x20AC;&#x153;inspire every student to think, to learn, to achieve, to care and to become a successful and responsible citizenâ&#x20AC;?. We thank the community for its support. As we move forward together, we will continue to work hard every day to give your children every opportunity for success.

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

36 Off the Beaten Path - Enjoying the Outdoors 38 Bike Trails - Lake Butler / Palatka Trail, Palatka / St. Augustine

40 Dunns Creek State Park 42 Ravine Gardens State Park

Wayne Knuckles Publisher Scott J. Bryan Editor

46 St. Johns River 47 Rodman Reservoir 48 St. Johns River Center

Mary Kaye Wells Advertising Director Jeannette Eveland Production Manager & Layout

52 Water Works

Nida Phillips Advertising Design

54 Bartram Trail

Writers: Nick Blank Trisha Murphy Brandon D. Oliver Allison Waters-Merritt

56 Trail information for Hiking, Biking, Equestrian, Wildlife Watching and Hunting

58 Fishing 60 Education: Putnam County School District, St. Johns River State College & First Coast Technical College

62 Murals 64 2018 Calendar of Events 68 Local Resources 70 Chamber of Commerce & Business Directory

Photography by: Chris DeVitto, Allison Waters-Merritt & Staff Advertising Representatives: Pam Froehlich, Mike Reynolds

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Welcome to Putnam W E L C O M E V IS IT O R S & N E W C O M E R S !

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 “Bartram’s Travels,” published in 1769. Bartram described the Native American settlements, early pioneers that farmed the area and abundance of plant life that he found. Just 30 miles from beautiful Atlantic beaches and centrally located to most North and Central Florida attractions, Putnam County offers visitors and residents 4

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V IS IT O R ’S C E N T E R S Fl o rid a’ s P utnam C o unty C h amb er o f C o mmerc e 1 1 0 0 Reid Street, Palatka, FL 3 21 7 7 3 8 6 . 3 28 . 1 5 0 3 • www. putnamcountychamber. com

a relaxing atmosphere with gracious tree-lined streets, picturesque riverfront 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 freshwater resources – the St. Johns River, Ocklawaha River, 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.

At the Center of Everything

ocated on the St. Johns River about 55 miles south of Jacksonville on U.S. 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. 17. P ro x imity to :

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Putnam County A Brief History

estled in the center of bustling metropolises, eternally young college towns and tourist beach destinations is Putnam County, a quiet but lively enclave with a focus on nature-based activities. Bisected by the historic St. Johns River, Putnam has become a popular getaway for people looking to go fishing, hiking and cycling, among other activities. Though large in size – measuring in at 728 square miles – Putnam is relatively small in regard to population, with a population of about 72,000 people, according to the U.S. Census. But the county’s proximity to cities like Jacksonville, St. Augustine, Gainesville and Orlando gives local residents a chance to dabble in a bigger city lifestyle without having to fully adopt it. “(This is) a nature-based way of life,” said Larry Harvey, the 2016-2017 Board of County Commissioners chairman. “We can be in big cities in an hour and a half and not have to live there. We’re a caring, loving community that loves each other.” The county consists of six unique and diverse municipalities: Crescent City, Interlachen, Melrose, Palatka, Pomona Park and Welaka. It is home to three national parks and part of the Ocala National Forest. Putnam also sustains a lucrative farming industry in multiple areas of the county. Putnam County’s history dates back hundreds of years, before the county was given its current name. In the 19th century, Alexander Putnam, then-surveyor general of East Florida, signed a land survey that included updates through the 1850s. But in the 1700s, famed English botanist William Bartram visited and traveled throughout Florida, making his headquarters at current-day Stokes Landing. Bartram wrote “Bartram’s Travels,” published in 1791, which detailed flora 6

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and fauna throughout Putnam County, Florida and the Southeast United States. There are even records of the Spanish developing Putnam County as early as 1655 to transform it – and Tallahassee and Gainesville – into one of the state’s three principal ranching areas. More recently, Putnam County was adversely impacted by the Great Recession of 2008 and has struggled to rebound. But its nature and ecotourism ambitions are looking to help showcase the county while boosting the local economy. Since 2008, construction of the Lake Butler to St. Augustine Trail has been ongoing, in sections, for a trail that will span five counties. The 250-mile Bartram Trail in Putnam County was recognized as a national park in 2016, and local officials are hoping the to draw visitors to – and make more local residents aware of – local trails to see pockets of Florida not available in urban areas. Harvey said the multi-county and Bartram trails have brought people from other counties, states and countries to Putnam County, and have boosted the economy in the process. But for local residents, and visitors, too, naturebased activities and the small town aspect of Putnam County are a great way for people to get away while also enjoying their surroundings. “I’m really enjoying the solitude when I can,” Harvey said. “I so look forward to go home in Putnam County (when I’m away). You’re bound to find peace and solitude somewhere out there. Other places have paved over that.” Information about Putnam County can be found at Putnam-fl.com.

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alatka began as a trading post in 1821 after Dr. Nehemiah Bush started a ferry service when he bought the land. Palatka was first named Pilotaikata, the Seminole Creek term for “boat crossing.” Seminoles raided the town in 1835. The U.S. military, in the midst of the Second Seminole War, decided to build Fort Pilatka close to the St. Johns River. The fort was later named Fort Shannon after Capt. Samuel Shannon. Fort Shannon was abandoned in 1843 at the conclusion of the war, but officer’s quarters still stand today as one of Florida’s last relics from the Second Seminole War. The building also houses the Putnam Historic Museum.

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City of Palatka Incorporated Jan. 8, 1853

First row: Mary Lawson Brown, Vice Mayor/Commissioner; Justin Campbell, Commissioner; Terrill Hill, Mayor/Commissioner; Rufus Borom, Commissioner; Tammie Williams. , Commissioner; Second row: Don Holmes, City Attorney; Jason Shaw, Police Chief; Betsy Jordan Driggers, City Clerk; J. R. Grimes, I nterim Fire Chief; Matt Reynolds, Finance Director

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The historic Bronson-Mulholland House was built in 1854 by abolitionist judge Isaac Bronson and is recognized for its antebellum flair, mossy live oaks and spacious lawns. Union troops occupied Palatka in 1864, and used the Bronson-Mulholland House, also called Sunny Point, as a base of operations and a lookout for Confederate blockade runners. An “Occupation of Palatka” Civil War reenactment is held annually. The Bronson-Mulholland House fell into disrepair after owner Mary Mulholland died in 1935, and the house frequently switched owners. The house has undergone several renovations since 1977 after being purchased by the city in 1965. With many antebellum antiques and design, the BronsonMulholland House is popular for local gatherings. The Bronson-Mulholland House has tours 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays, and on the first Sunday of the month from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. or by appointment. The Northern and Southern Historic Districts have several historic homes near the St. Johns River. Other examples of captivating historical architecture include the Larimer Arts Center, the Tilghman House and the Putnam County Courthouse. The city underwent a sizable transformation post-Civil War. With steamboat lines and cargo ships, Palatka was a major port on the St. Johns River in the late 1800s. The citrus and logging industries experienced booms, but the town suffered a massive fire in 1884, which hampered tourism and leveled the business district. In the 1920s, the Wilson Cypress Plant was one of the

The original home of 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.

largest cypress plants in the world. Due to trade and growth, the prosperous town earned its nickname, “The Gem of the St. Johns.” Steamboats brought famous Americans to Palatka. The city was a major tourist hub with riverboat travel and luxury hotels, drawing the likes of Babe Ruth, Theodore Roosevelt, Grover Cleveland, Thomas Edison and Ella Fitzgerald. Today, Palatka’s thriving downtown area is worth a visit with numerous bars, restaurants and stores. The Water Works Environmental Education Center and St. Johns River Center focus on environmental education. Palatka is also home to Palatka Municipal Airport as well as the Palatka Golf Course, a classic Donald Ross design from 1925 nestled next to Ravines Gardens State Park. The Christmas Parade and Fourth of July fireworks display draw thousands every year. Notable events held annually include the Azalea Festival held the first weekend in March, the Blue Crab Festival on Memorial Day weekend and the St. Johns River Bartram Frolic in late September.

Population: 10,452 Median Age: 33.2 Total Households (2010): 4,128 Total Housing Units: 4,533 Owner Occupied Housing Units: 3,948 Source: US Census Bureau, 2016 Census Estimate

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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 Matt Reynolds Interim City Manager 329-0100 mreynolds@palatka-fl.gov Betsy Jordan Driggers City Clerk 329-0100 ext. 211 bdriggers@palatka-fl.gov

J.R. Grimes Interim Fire Chief 329-0120 mlambert@palatka-fl.gov Jason Shaw Police Chief 329-0115 jshaw@palatka-fl.gov

Annual Events: Florida Azalea Festival First Weekend of March Blue Crab Festival Memorial 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 Tammie McCaskill-Williams Commissioner twilliams@palatka-fl.gov Justin Campbell Commissioner jcampbell@palatka-fl.gov The new Puc Puggy Landing playground at St. Johns Riverfront

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estled between Lake Stella and Crescent Lake, one of the largest lakes in the state of Florida, Crescent City’s historic charm and friendly atmosphere is attracting retirees from the southern portion of the state wanting to get away from the “big city.” A popular destination for anglers, Crescent City is considered the bass capital of the world. But the small municipality has so much more to offer residents and visitors. With the formation of the Multicultural Arts Guild Inc., a burgeoning art scene is encompassing the city with a variety of events, classes, galleries and children’s camps. In 2016, the arts guild kicked off its first scarecrow festival and encouraged residents and businesses to participate in decorating a scarecrow for display around town. The highlight in 2018 will be Crescent City Rotary Club’s 40th annual Catfish Festival. Always the first Saturday in April, the festival features local food such as gator tail, frog legs, swamp cabbage, strawberry shortcake, and, of course, catfish. For the less adventurous, there are always plenty of hamburgers, hot dogs and other festival fair. The Saturday before the Fourth of July, fireworks fill the sky during the Red, White and Boom festival presented by the Crescent City Yacht Club. During the Christmas season, a Christmas festival sponsored by the Crescent City Lion Club features a parade, crafts, entertainment and children’s activities. However, you don’t need to have a boat or wait for a 14

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Photo at top: Hubbard House, also known as San Sui, overlooks Crescent Lake. Photo above: Children smile as they ride float during the annual Catfish Festival parade held the first Saturday of April.

special event to enjoy Crescent City. City leaders have focused on improving a variety of recreational activities for residents and visitors through grants and money available through Better Place Plan funds. Recent additions and improvements include a new playground, remodeled and expanded gazebo, and refurbished tennis and basketball courts at the city’s central park, Eva Lyon Park. At Harry Banks Park, new playground equipment, bathrooms, fencing and other improvements were added in 2016 and 2017. Recently, community members joined together with

government leaders to create the first dog park inside the city. Crescent City is also rich in history. Phillip Randolph, a prominent civil rights leader was born in Crescent City in 1889. The Crescent City Historic District is on the National Registry of Historic Places and a walking tour 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. The district includes more than 200 historic building with styles ranging from Queen Anne to Colonial Revival. Antique shops and small eateries offer a variety to see and taste, making Crescent City an excellent day trip or weekend getaway.

Population: 1,548 Median Age: 42.9 Total Households: 725 Total Housing Units: 973 Owner Occupied Housing Units: 443 Source: US Census Bureau, 2016 Census Estimate

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Brett Peterson Mayor mayor@crescentcity-fl.com Harry Banks Commissioner Judy West Commissioner Barbara Scholl Commissioner Marcus Hardy Commissioner Patrick Kennedy City Manager 386-698-2525 citymanager@crescentcity-fl.com Angelo Damiano Police Chief 386-698-1211 Jason Highfill Fire Chief 386-698-1212

TOWN PROFILE Crescent City City Hall

3 N. Summit Street Crescent City, FL 32112 crescentcity-fl.com City Commission meets the second Thursday of the month at city hall.

Above Top: DeLeon Springs chainsaw artist Sam Knowles puts the faces on a catfish sculpture he is cutting out of a large oak stump at Eva Lyon Park in Crescent City. Above: Painting of the original railway station.

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ike many towns, Interlachen was founded primarily because of the railroads. Settlers began to trickle into the area in the 1850s. Oliver Parker’s homestead was part of where Interlachen lies today. Florida Southern Railroad surveyed Parker’s land in 1879 and laid out 14 city blocks. Interlachen was incorporated as a town in 1888. Interlachen had three hotels in the 1890s, though two burned down. The Hotel Interlachen was on Boyleston Street between Prospect and Tropic streets and had 76 rooms. The Hotel Lagonda was popular for meetings and clubs. The Lakeview House Hotel is the only hotel left standing because the Hotel Interlachen and Hotel Lagonda burned down. Hastings Park is two blocks from the Lakeview House Hotel and has a picnic area and playground. The Interlachen Depot was demolished in the 1960s. In the early 1980s, the last train came through Interlachen. The Seaboard Coast Line donated an orange caboose, which remains in front of the current 18

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Interlachen Town Hall as a reminder of the town’s railroad heritage. The tracks were removed and the area was converted into a green space in the center of town, named after Vietnam War Medal of Honor recipient Robert Henry Jenkins Jr. Born in Interlachen, Jenkins dived on an active hand grenade to save a fellow soldier in 1969. Interlachen was bustling member of the citrus trade until the devastating freezes in the late 19th century. In 1895 many people left Interlachen due to damages from the freezes. Interlachen’s first town hall in 1891 was formerly a vacant store. Six months later, the town hall was burned down in a quarrel between cattlemen and the town. Farmers would regularly let herds run through town, but the herds preferred eating orange tree leaves and fruit. Deviant cows were put behind lock and gate near the town hall, and the owners had to pay a fee to get them back. The cattlemen torched the fence and Interlachen Town Hall along with it.

Interlachen Hall, 215 Atlantic Ave., built in 1892, is on the National Registry of Historic Places. With the building restored in 2003, it is now a community center and historical museum, and is available for weddings, receptions and birthdays. The town hall was moved to the Dickerman Building in the 1960s. Interlachen means “between the lakes.” Interlachen celebrated its 125th anniversary in 2013. Interlachen is nestled between Lake Chipco and Lake Lagonda. There are also several tiny ponds and lakes making Interlachen an ideal spot for fishing.

Population: 1,361 Median Age: 43.1 Total Households: 565 Total Housing Units: 682 Owner Occupied Housing Units: 405 Source: US Census Bureau, 2010 Census Estimate

Photo on opposite page: Historic Town Hall. Above: Red caboose, a gift from the Seaboard Coast Line. Above left: West Putnam Recreation skate park recently. Right: Town members participate in annual Fourth of July parade

Ken Larsen Mayor 386-684-3811 larsen@interlachen-fl.gov Judi Costanzo Chairwoman 386-684-3811 jcostanzo@interlachen-fl.gov Carolyn Bennett Vice Chairwoman 386-684-3811 bennett@interlachen-fl.gov Beverly Bakker, Council Member 386-684-3811 bakker@interlachen-fl.gov John Lahert, Council Member 386-684-3811 jlahert@interlachen-fl.gov Carolyn Meadows Council Member 386-684-3811 meadows@interlachen-fl.gov

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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.

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Welaka

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

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e’ve started to see growth,” longtime Welaka Mayor Gordon Sands said about the small town of fewer than 700

residents. From new additions at local businesses to new homes being built, Sands said the town of Welaka is starting to see positive growth again since the recession. And younger residents moving to the area, he said Sands said he expects to see more youth programs in the future hosted by the police department and new Chief Michael Porath. Incorporated June 21, 1887, Welaka’s name comes from the Native America word Ylacco, meaning river or chain of lakes. The St. Johns River is only a short walk from Town Hall, and Welaka is a popular location for boating, fishing and kayaking. With an easily accessible public boat launch with floating dock, professional and amateur anglers enjoy catching black bass, large-mouth bass, speckled perch and panfish. By 1907, Welaka was a booming town, bringing tourists to experience the medicinal properties of Welaka’s springs, including Beecher Springs. And in 1908, the Welaka Mineral Water Co. built a bottling works and casino equipped with hot and cold baths. 22

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While the mineral springs would eventually close, Beecher Springs became an integral part of the Welaka Fish Hatchery, completed under the Civil Works Administration in 1933. In 1926, prior to the beginning of the Great Depression, the town council of Welaka and 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. Approved as a Civil Works Administration project in 1933, the Welaka Fish Hatchery would get funds and workers needed for creating 22 fish ponds, as well as an aquarium, living quarters and aviary. Today, there are 41 ponds at the facility, which raise between 4.5 to five million fish annually. Recently, the Welaka Fish Hatchery joined in recovery efforts for eastern indigo snakes, whose population is declining. In January, the hatchery received 30 snakes with plans for 30 more in 2019. Welaka is a haven for bird enthusiasts, and at the Beecher Unit ponds, bird watchers can observe more than 40 native species, including bald eagles, ospreys, herons, ibis and sandhill cranes. Nearby is the Welaka State Forest, which is maintained by the state’s Forest Service. Given to the Forest Service

in 1992 by the University of Florida as Florida Conservation Reserve, the area offers limited outdoor recreation use with hiking trails, primitive camping facilities and cabins.

Population: 684 Median Age: 48.3 Total Households: 280 Total Housing Units: 463 Owner Occupied Housing Units: 193 Source: US Census Bureau, 2010 Census Estimate Gordon Sands Mayor 386-467-9800 gsands@welaka-fl.gov Sam McGauley Council Member 386-467-9800 smcgauley@welaka-fl.gov

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Pomona Park P

omona Park is named after the Roman goddess of fruit trees. It was easy to see why, considering Pomona Park’s past involvement in the citrus trade. There was a large citrus packing plant in front of the railroad tracks that opened in 1913. Local businessman Clyde Middleton developed a typed of frozen orange juice concentrate in 1945. “The citrus was what Pomona Park was originally known for,” Pomona Park accounting clerk Nancy Lajoie said. “It sat there because it was easy to load the oranges directly into the cars of the trains.” Few citrus groves remain, however, because of the vicious early 20th century freezes that killed the crop. Pomona Park was established in 1874 and incorporated as a town 20 years later. The first settlers came from the Dunns Creek area. The name was originally Pomona, but it was changed to Pomona Park to avoid confusion with Florida towns called Pomona and Pompano. The 1890s two-story wooden schoolhouse may be Pomona Park’s most cherished building. Inside the building is an old handmade ladder, a piece of ship that sunk in Lake Broward and a black ball of pitch, a tar substance used to patch wooden ships. On the first Saturday every month at the community center, volunteers serve breakfast to residents to raise money for the 26

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beautification committee. The community center hosts quilting, line dancing, painting and cardmaking on different days of the week. “It’s always busy,” Lajoie said. The Works Progress Administration renovated the old town hall in 1939. The structure served as town hall until 1984. Eula E. Dunn became the first Florida woman mayor elected when she assumed office in 1928. She served for five years. The current Pomona Park Town Hall has notes, ledgers and maps dating back to the 1930s. Because it was previously a jail and firehouse, the bathroom still has bars

from the jail. The inside of the building is decorated with pieces created by local artists. A highlight of Pomona Park is visiting Lake Broward. Part of Lake Broward is in Pomona Park town limits, while Putnam County oversees another portion. Lajoie said there are about 750 carp in Lake Broward. Carp are sexless, so they won’t overpopulate the lake. Carp eat algae in the lake, a reason people can see 20 feet down. Middleton Beach is clean and available for public use, with a covered pavilion, a floating dock and a bathroom.

Photo above: This 1938 photo shows Larry Morse’s house from the back 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 right: 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 below 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: Brandon Turner and Sandraya Edwards stopped along U.S. 17 near Pomona Park to pick some of the wildflowers that grow every spring.

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TOWN PROFILE POMONA PARK TOWN HALL 1775 U.S. 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

Places of Interest Lake Broward Middleton Beach Willard Hazen Ballpark

Christmas Jamboree 2nd Saturday in December Pomona Park Community Market 1st Saturday each month

Estimated Population: 882* Median Age: 40.3 Total Housing Units: 473* Total Housing Units: 500 Owner Occupied Housing Units: 267 *Source: US Census Bureau, 2016 estimates

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Melrose Q

uirky, artsy, serene and eclectic easily describe the small, unincorporated town that crosses four county lines. A haven for artists and professors from the University of Florida in nearby Gainesville, Melrose is located on the southern portion of Lake Santa Fe and is situated at the four corners of Alachua, Bradford, Clay and Putnam counties. With multiple art galleries and variety of art classes offered at the Melrose Senior and Community Center, novices to professional artists can create or purchase inspirational works. With a population of about 3,500 residents, Melrose offers a variety of events throughout the year sponsored by the Melrose Business and Community Association. The association formed in 1982, after a group of concerned business owners

Photo top: The old volunteer fire house remains a fixture in Melrose, nestled in between buildings on SR 26. Right: Micanopy Regular Bob Waters explains a Seminole War-era flintlock musket to people attending an adult enrichment program at the Melrose library.

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joined together to establish a community service organization. In 1995, the group opened to residents with a mission to continually build a better community. Two years after Florida became a U.S. Territory in 1821, surveyors described the area of Melrose as “an uninhabited wilders, except (for) a few Indian villages” Surveyors were brought to the area after Congress appropriated $20,000 for a survey and opening of a public road from Pensacola to St. Augustine, the two centers of the state’s population. When Bellamy Road opened in 1826, it became the state’s first federal highway. The road is now State Road 26. In 1877, the area was platted and plans were laid for a canal for steamboats to haul passengers and freight across the lakes between Melrose Bay and a railroad

in Waldo. The canal opened in 1881, making Melrose easily accessible for winter visitors from the North. The local economy quickly grew after the Civil War

TOWN PROFILE Community Events Melrose Community Farmers Market at Melrose Heritage Park Fridays 4-7 p.m. Friday Night Art Walks 5-9 p.m. first Friday of the month

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

Places of Interest Melrose Bay Park

from cotton farms to orange groves and hotels. Winter visitors built many of the 72 structures contributing to Melrose’s Historic District, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. As families began to settle in the area around Melrose Bay, the area was initially called “Shake Rag.” At the time, the area was popular for horse racing. To start or end a race, a rag was shook, hence the name “Shake Rag.” It was speculated area ladies desired a more dignified name and named the

community for Melrose, Scotland. After a winter freeze in 1894 destroyed Melrose’s citrus industry, the lake docks were abandoned and the land reverted to private use. In the 1940s, Maggie Steinert owned the site and made it available as the “swimming hole.” In 1959, the Junior Women’s Club purchased the property and made it into a park. In 1983, the park as deeded to the business and community association and is a great place to take children to play or read a book.

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Bostwick

ention the name Bostwick and the small unincorporated town just to the north of Palatka conjures up thoughts of fresh blueberry pancakes, pies and other homemade goodies. The annual Bostwick Blueberry Festival began more than 20 years ago after two residents visited a grape festival and thought it was a good idea. Haven’t gone to the festival? There’s still time. The festival is still going strong, with it scheduled April 28, 2018. The festival is the main fundraiser of the Bostwick Community Association, which provides financial support for community needs such as 4-H, Friends of the Bostwick Library and two yearly scholarships for high school students who live in the area. The community association was established in 1991 by a group of residents who met at one of the defunct schoolhouses at 125 Tillman St. When the Blueberry Festival started in 1997, the association used the fundraiser to raise money for renovations to the schools. Situated along a railroad, Bostwick derives its name from “Bostwick Grant” in reference to a man from Jacksonville who owned the property. From 1921 to 1977, a two-story wooden building served as part of Bostwick School. Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, the school was restored in 2007 due in large part to the tenacity of residents and former students. After the school’s restoration, the building became the Bostwick library. Inside the library, visitors can find old photographs and drawings of the 32

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school and its students. The Bostwick Library can credit its roots to the perseverance of resident Naomi Wilkinson. In 1995, Wilkinson decided to move donated books from her home and car to the Bostwick Community Center. The center’s building at the time was part of Bostwick School and was built in 1955. Wilkinson and her family set up the library in one of the classrooms of the school. Volunteers ran the library until 2000 when it was made a branch of the Putnam County Library System. Just prior to the 2003 blueberry festival, the kitchen and cafeteria, which were in separate buildings on the school

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he Putnam County Sheriff’s Office is a community engaged law enforcement agency focused on improving the quality of life for our residents through crime prevention and enforcement of the law. We are invested in our community, actively involved in seeking out and participating in community events and striving to maintain an open dialogue with the citizens we serve. Founded on the principles of integrity, respect, honesty, and caring for others, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office takes a proactive approach to eliminate crime and promote safety. Our agency offers a variety of community programs designed to educate and promote safety awareness. We welcome the opportunity and are readily available to attend community, civic or corporate group events. We look forward to another year of serving our citizens. Together we make Putnam County a great place to live, work, and play.

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campus, caught fire and were destroyed. In 2006, the festival moved into a new senior and community center building. A new volunteer fire station was built in 2015, replacing an old garage structure that served the community’s fire trucks. At the same time, new playground equipment was installed in front of the community center.

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ith the natural beauty found throughout our communities, the majestic waters of the St. Johns River, two state parks, two state forests and one national forest, Putnam County is quickly becoming a mecca for those seeking a way off the beaten path. 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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n Putnam County, welcome signs go beyond those of other counties. At county line sites on major highways, signs inform people they’re entering “outdoor friendly” Putnam County. And the state and county are doing their parts to make sure Putnam lives up to that reputation. One of the newest recreational spots in Putnam doesn’t stop at county borders, though. The Lake Butler to St. Augustine Trail spans five counties and has been under construction since as early as 2007. Kraig McLane, the vice chairman of the county Waterways and Trails Committee, said there is an 8-and-a-half-mile gap in Palatka – as well as a gap in St. Johns County – preventing the trail from being uninterrupted from St. Augustine to just west of Keystone Heights. But the good news, he said, is construction is underway on a 6-mile stretch near the St. Johns River Water Management District, and a 2.5-mile section from the water management district to U.S. 17 has been acquired. “They just acquired 0.7 miles of that corridor from the water management district to Mill Road, which is (County Road) 26,” McLane said. “It would be uninterrupted from west of Keystone Heights to I-95 in St. Augustine. Once the section in Palatka is completed, that will be 54 miles of uninterrupted trail.” To the casual observer, a paved multi-use trail could seem like a simple item. But the trail is a complex, state-funded endeavor, the purpose of which is to provide an elongated area for people 38

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to exercise and observe nature in a safe environment. The trail has been constructed in stages, as state funds become available. Construction in Putnam County began in 2008, with the urban Palatka section – including Memorial Bridge – completed in August 2013. In 2014, the section from near Florahome to Carraway was completed, and a year later, the section from East Palatka to the Putnam-St. Johns county line was finished. The trail is the perfect tool to get Putnam residents and people from other counties, states and countries active to improve their health, McLane said. “(It is) an opportunity to have some safe, feasible trails that folks can get out on and have some health benefits,” McLane said. “We’ve made some great progress these last three or four years.” For information about and a map of the state’s trails, visit floridasuntrail.com.

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estled in the rural settings of Pomona Park is Dunns Creek State Park, a relatively young facility that showcases something for every outdoor enthusiast. Located at 320 Sisco Road in Pomona Park, the park occupies about 6,222 acres and has more than 20 identified natural communities. Growth is a constant theme for the park, said Terri Newmans, park director. In January 2016, the park went from being open only during events or with a tour guide to being open seven days a week. During that time, the park opened the main entrance to the public, and in 2017, its days area – the area open to the public on a daily basis – grew. “Dunns Creek is a newer park,” Newmans said. “(In 2017), we expanded our days area. Trails are still under development. We have the Blue Pond Trail. Equestrians are able to enjoy it as well as hikers.” In addition to the 1.5-mile Blue Pond Trail, the park features a 2-mile paved trail, where visitors can drive through the park and view the splendor it offers. Throughout the park – even along the paved trail – visitors have reported seeing a variety of wildlife including

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bears, foxes and coyotes, Newmans said. “Just driving through the park, you can have a wildlife experience,” she said. Although the park is relatively new, the area’s history can be traced back to the 19th century. In 1880, the Dunns Creek property was the site of a railroad station, post office, express office, general store and lodging facility. The area eventually became the home of a farming, timber and turpentine community, and in the mid-1900s, it became a hunting club. In 1990, the property was sold to the Nature Conservancy, which transferred

ownership to the state for preservation, restoration and management of its natural and cultural features. Before the 2016 opening of its Sisco Road entrance, the park’s only point of access was the Blue Pond Trail entrance near U.S. 17. But the park has evolved into a lively area where visitors can hike, fish, ride horses, canoe and kayak. Twice a year, Dunns Creek officials host open house events to expose the park to new people and remind those familiar with it what it has to offer. Newmans said operating a newer park has its challenges at times, but she and

park staff and volunteers take pleasure in operating the South Putnam gem. “With anything, it’s a learning curve,” Newmans said. “(We make) sure park visitors can make their way around the park and making sure proper signage is up.” Dunns Creek State Park is open 8 a.m. to sunset seven days a week. For information, call 329-3721 or visit friendsofdunnscreek.org.

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ightseeing, exercising, family gatherings and a wide variety of plants and animals. Most communities have places someone can do at least one of those things, but Putnam County has an ideal location where people can do all of those things and more. Ravine Gardens State Park, 1600 Twigg St. in Palatka, has been a source of recreation and events for decades, giving Putnam residents and guests a chance to observe a pocket of wildlife for which Florida is known. Park Manager Terri Newmans said the park’s rich history and its unique landscape are what draw people, locals and visitors, to the Ravines. “I think the attraction is the cultural background,” Newmans said. “There is history here. I think with parks, people are looking for something different.” The Ravines’ history dates back to the Franklin Roosevelt era, when the park was commissioned in 1933 and opened, complete with 45,000 azalea bushes, in 1934. Today, the park boasts two suspension bridges, two unpaved trails for hikes, fountains, a civic center and the Court of States, which showcases flags from every state. But one of the park’s most famed features is the 1.8-mile paved trail that loops the ravine within. For decades the trail has been a place for runners and walkers to exercise, families to enjoy leisurely bicycle rides and motorists to sightsee from the comfort of their vehicles. “We have a large group that comes through and exercises,” 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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Newmans said. “They walk. They run. They use the paracourse equipment. We have out-of-towners come in to see the features.” Since its opening, the Ravines has been a pillar of the community, but even pillars sustain damage. Hurricane Irma swept through Florida on Sept. 10 and 11 and left behind erosion problems at the Ravines park officials said won’t be resolved in the foreseeable future. Because of washouts, the paved trail is open to only

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pedestrians, and downed trees and erosion caused damaged to the unpaved Springs and Azalea trails. The unpaved trails are open, but there are walk-arounds where fallen trees or other obstacles block the path. Newmans said her staff began assessing and repairing damage Sept. 11, hours after the hurricane passed Palatka, and debris removal workers were in the park the following day. Park officials are in contact with engineers to solve major erosion problems, clear the trails and get the park back to tip-top shape. There are a plethora of national and state parks throughout Florida, but the Ravines has stood out for decades as a unique place to hike, enjoy family-friendly events – such as Caroling the Ravines, the park’s annual Christmas event – and literally smell the roses. And even though the Ravines isn’t back to 100 percent, Newmans said, the park still has much to offer people who want to be active or host functions. “The civic center (at the park) is a very popular place for weddings,” Newmans said. “We also host meetings. It’s a rental facility, so we also see a bunch of baby showers or family events.” Open 8 a.m. to sunset seven days a week, the Ravines, even in the midst of disrepair, offers a one-of-a-kind experience Putnam residents hold dear. Call 329-3721 for information about the park.

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he St. Johns River spans almost 300 miles, snaking through nearly half the state. As Florida’s longest river, the St. Johns River is a popular travel destination for enjoying outdoors and commerce. The St. Johns River touches 12 counties and nine lakes before it empties into the Atlantic Ocean. It passes through Jacksonville, Orange Park, Green Cove Springs, Palatka and Sanford. Naturalist explorer William Bartram traveled down the St. Johns River twice in the late 1 00s, extensively sketching flora and fauna and detailing many waterways. Bartram could not locate the source of the river, which is the marshes in Indian River County near Vero Beach. New Jersey-born John Eatton Le Conte charted the location working for the U.S government in the early 1800s. During the Civil War, the Confederacy regularly attempted to get past Union blockades. Prior to roads, the river functioned similar to a highway, as commercial activity on the river was prevalent thanks to steamboats and trade. Palatka had six steamboats line in 1845, when Florida became a state. ortherners flocked to sunnier climates of Florida to escape harsh winters as tourism on the riverfront was booming. In the 1880s, railroads took hold and St. Johns River steamboats mostly vanished. Recreational fishing is a popular pastime on the St. Johns River. luegill, catfish, largemouth bass, striped bass and 46

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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.

shellcracker populate the river. The St. Johns River is crowded with boats during shrimping season. Crescent City is called “The Bass Capital of the World.” The river draws several high-level bass fish tournaments. The popular sailboat Mug Race begins in Palatka and ends in Jacksonville. Palatka and Welaka hold Christmas boat parades on the river every year. The St. Johns River Water Management District is head uartered in Palatka, with offices in Jacksonville, aitland and Palm Bay. Established by state legislature in 1972, the district is one of Florida’s five regional water management districts. The environmental organization aims to preserve and protect bodies of water and maintain a long-term supply of drinking water. The district serves 18 counties in Northeast and East Florida and covers about 7.8 million acres, employing a variety of scientists, engineers and planners. ne of the few rivers in the .S. that flows north, the St. Johns River served as the catalyst of Palatka and a lifeline of Putnam County.

Rodman Reservoir ne would be hard pressed to find a location in Putnam County as popular and polarizing as Rodman Reservoir. Located southeast of Palatka and near the Ocala National Forest, the reservoir has evolved into a rich ecosystem and popular fishing location for local residents and visitors to the county. The site is a sought-after place to have bass tournaments, host cookouts, hike and camp, among other activities. But the reservoir is also a source of contention for environmentalists who say the Rodman Dam damaged an ecosystem that existed before the dam was constructed in 1968. There have been numerous attempts to breach the dam and restore the Ocklawaha River to what it was prior to the dam being erected. The most recent attempt to have the dam removed occurred in 2017 when Florida Defenders of the Environment sued the U.S. Forest Service. “Some people will tell you (the reservoir is) a stagnant pool,” said County Commissioner Larry Harvey, who also serves as executive director of Save Rodman Reservoir. “If it was stagnant, it wouldn’t be so popular. For anybody who thinks they should tear it down, it’s ludicrous.”

The dam was built as a method to hold back the Ocklawaha during the construction of the Cross Florida Barge Canal, which was intended to be a shortcut for shipping from one Florida cost to the other. But President Richard Nixon halted construction in 19 1, and the pro ect was officially deauthori ed in 1990. Although the dam’s intended use was never brought to fruition, an ecosystem developed in the reservoir, which also became a lively locale for recreation. But environmentalists, government officials, local officials and residents, and even officials of nearby counties, have been at odds about where the dam should remain. arvey said the dam filters pollutants and nutrients, preventing them from entering the Ocklawaha and, eventually, the St. Johns River. There is also potential to expand the recreational activities in the area, Harvey said, which could draw more local residents and visitors outdoors to take in the beauty the county has to offer. And the people who show up to the reservoir would love to the area intact, Harvey said. Information about the Rodman Reservoir can be found in the fishing tab on myfwc.com.

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ake a stroll down the riverfront and check out the St. Johns River Center’s rooftop view of the St. Johns River as it glides under the Memorial Bridge. With Palatka being “The Gem on the St. Johns,” environmental education is critical when it comes to passing it on to the next generation. The St. Johns River Center, which opened in July 2015, is perfect for families looking for a relaxed, educational experience teaching children about Northeast Florida’s vibrant river ecosystem and history. Sam Carr is the chairman of Bartram Trail in Putnam County Committee and a volunteer at the center. “It’s so gratifying to see the look on kids’ faces; it’s the look that they’re learning and that the way the center is set up,” Carr said. “If we can teach them one thing from each exhibit every time they come in here, by the time they have been here two or three times, they’ll get it and understand it.” Georgia-Pacific funded the St. Johns River Center for $1.2 million. The center was a joint effort between GP and the city of Palatka. The St. Johns River Center teaches about the ecological importance of wetlands, the conservation of river areas and the need for a sustainable approach to water usage. Students also learn about the plants, animals, streams and lakes associated with the state’s largest river. 48

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The center’s theme is “Adventures in a Wetlands Ecosystems,” and tailored to follow fourth- and fifth-grade education. A large model of a cypress tree is placed in the center. With hands-on features, activities and interactive exhibits like I-Spy stations. The center serves as an area for promoting study of wetlands for students, tourists, scholars and others captivated by the environment. The center also offers lesson plans and activity guides for teachers.

Palatka’s history with the St. Johns River is shown through the “The River Builds a Town” exhibit, which shows Palatka’s historical bond with the river. Carr said the activities would develop a scientific interest in children, and then they would be interested in the longer, wordier material when they returned. Field trips are available for school and youth groups. If inquiring about school groups visiting outside the hours of operation, trips are available on a limited, first-come, first-serve basis with a reservation. The center’s exhibit area, meeting room and roof are available for events and private tours.

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he historic Palatka Water Works pump house and brick channel was erected in 1886 and operated for close to 100 years. It pumped a million gallons of water a day for the emerging city. Now, the building operates as the Water Works Environmental Education Center. After a great fire engulfed owntown Palatka, the city decided to build the station, which ran until 1996. The property was vacant for 15 years until a coalition of residents helped obtain a $250,000 grant with the help of city commissioners to refurbish the building. “It’s important that we repurpose a lot of our old buildings, otherwise they are torn down or trashed,” Project Manager Mandi Tucker said. “A lot of times, old buildings are valuable because of the history they contain.” The museum teaches children about Palatka’s past and saving water. The pump house has a interactive water wall and a video kiosk about explorer William Bartram’s travels, making the Water Works building an excellent complement to the St. Johns River Center. Afterward, step outside and walk the Puc Puggy Trail, named after Bartram’s title bestowed by Native Americans, meaning “Flower Hunter.” The trail contains signs about plants Bartram identified and outlines his contributions to the St. Johns River area. There’s an environmental education unit where kids learn about water conservation and recycling as an simple tasks, such as brushing teeth, washing dishes or taking a shower. “It’s things like that kids don’t necessarily learn unless they go to a place that teaches it,” Tucker said. “So I think it’s at a very valuable spot to the community.” 52

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Tucker said two gopher tortoises and five box turtles are kept on site with nearby kiosks explaining the importance of tortoises. The site also has 18 garden plots and many volunteer gardeners who farm organically without fertilizers or synthetic pesticides. The Water Works Environmental Education Center is run completely by volunteers who maintain trails, give tours and host field trips. The Water Works Environmental Education Center is at 1101 Whitewater Drive, near the South Historic District. For information, contact Tucker at the St. Johns River Center 326-2704 or check out palatkawaterworks.com.

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he St. Johns River William Bartram traveled with his father in the 1765 isn’t too different than what it is today. Bartram’s route, sketches and notes are some of the few remaining connections to Old Florida. Families and history lovers can observe the natural beauty of an area first documented more than 200 years ago. Bartram’s second expedition in 1774 was funded by Dr. John Fothergill. Bartram was tasked with collecting plant specimens and sketching animals. He began near Amelia Island and ventured as far southwest as the Alachua Savannah and the Suwannee River. In the vein of great naturalist explorers of the late 18th century, Bartram interacted with Native Americans, drew flora and fauna, and kept extensive ournals later published as “Bartram’s Travels.” Bartram’s book is often considered one of the most important scientific books of its era. eorge Washington and Thomas Jefferson were among the readers of “Bartram’s Travels.” artram’s ourney took him to a Seminole illage near Palatka and Mount Royal, a village 3 miles south of Welaka. Spalding’s Lower Store was Bartram’s base for his explorations. The site, near the banks of Palatka, was popular for the bartering and mingling between Europeans and Native Americans. artram was called Puc Puggy by ative Americans, a name meaning “Flower Hunter.” In a famous anecdote, Bartram killed a rattlesnake for villagers and attended a watermelon feast. Bartram described the Choctaw, Creek, Cherokee and Seminole with empathy and curiosity. He disputed the notion Native Americans were uncultured barbarians. 54

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“Some of the youth were naked, up to their hips in the water, fishing with rods and lines, whilst others, younger, were diverting themselves in shooting frogs with bows and arrows,” Bartram wrote. “They were civil and appeared happy in their situation.” The artram Trail with vast swamps, Palmetto barrens, and moss-draped trees isn’t ust a glimpse out the window

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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 pinepalmetto 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 ivision of Forestry. o dogs or AT s 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, 90 olloway Road, Florahome, F 2140. 86 29-2552

Get a Hunting License

Toll free 1-888-486-8356 from anywhere in the United States or Canada. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. o dogs or AT s 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, biking, boating and canoeing. 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. iew sparrows, turkeys, wading birds, and swallowtail kites. Closed to viewing during hunting seasons. 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 ffice, 12 9 S.W. 10th St., cala, F . (352) 732-1225.

Georgia-Pacific Wildlife Management Area eorgia-Pacific Wildlife anagement Area has 3,661 acres of creek bottom hardwoods and pine-palmetto flatwoods. Camping is allowed with a permit. o dogs or AT s are permitted. Small game and turkey hunting is good, while deer, wild hog, and migratory bird hunting is fair. eorgia-Pacific Wildlife anagement Area is located west of Palatka on S.R. 100. For more information, contact Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation . . Region ffice, 12 9 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 ulf of exico, the Cross Florida reenway is a 110-mile corridor that crosses a variety of natural habitats. Putnam County is the east trailhead for the reenway, 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, 00mile footpath for the Florida National Scenic Trail is accessible at the Cross Florida reenway. The trail runs north to Rice Creek Sanctuary, connects with the Palatka to ake utler 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 reenway enwood 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, ays, hawks, flycatcher, wrens, heron, white ibis, and a variety of egrets. Recommended launch area for the Ocklawaha 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 reenway is located approximately 9 miles south of Palatka on .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 1 miles south of Palatka on State Road 09, one mile south of the town of Welaka. For more information, contact the Welaka State Forest at (386) 467-2388.

Welaka Fish Hatchery

A 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 atcheryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 unns Creek and the St. Johns River. Paddlers can put in at Palatka - rownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s anding 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 .S. 1 , west on C.R. 09- . 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 anagement at 86 29-4404.

Lake George Conservation Area

More than 10 miles of horse trails traverse through this conservation area. There are several access points to ake eorge Conservation area. Trail use is limited during hunting season. ocated in Putnam and olusia Counties, ake eorge Conservation Area has 5, 80 acres of planted pine plantations, oak hammocks, bayheads, and dense creek swamps. Camping is allowed with a permit. No AT s allowed. ake eorge Conservation Area is located 3 miles west of Crescent City on eorgetown- enver Rd. For more information, contact the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation ortheast Region ffice, 12 9 S.W. 10th St., Ocala, FL. (352) 732-1225.

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A hiker walks along the trail to Mud Springs in the Welaka State Forest

Ocala National Forest ocated in arion, Putnam and ake 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 AT s are allowed. Small game hunting is good, and deer and turkey hunting is fair to good. Hunters could encounter bears while hunting. 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 ffice, 12 9 S.W. 10th St., cala, F . (352) 732-1225.

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f someone wanted to witness someone en oying a day of fishing in Putnam County, all one has to do is drive by almost any local body of water. With numerous creeks and lakes, and the iconic St. Johns River flowing through the county, there is no shortage of fishing spots in Putnam. And with an activity so popular – and lucrative – Putnam County officials are keen to capitali e on it. Larry Harvey, the 2016-2017 Board of County Commissioners chairman, said the county is doing its part to ensure safe fishing locations are available to all who want to spend some time by or on the water. Chief among improvements to the county’s fishing industry, Harvey said, is the change to the county’s fishing committee. “That licensing fund pays for boat ramps and improvements,” Harvey said. “We added a person, and we’ve revamped the Fishing Fund Advisory Committee.” The board rearranged the advisory committee in 201 . Prior to the shake-up, each of the five board members was responsible for appointing a member from his district. While commissioners are still responsible for nominating someone to the committee, a commissioner’s nominee is no longer required to live in that board member’s district. Commissioners also added 58

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an at-large position. Harvey said the reorganized committee should help the county’s fishing industry thrive and expand. The advisory committee is responsible for pinpointing docks, boat ramps and other fishing locations in need of repairs and improvements to make fishing a safer, more en oyable activity for local residents and visitors, he said. The county already has plans to install water and sewer at some fishing facilities, arvey said. Improving fishing spots is not simply an improvement for recreation. Putnam County is home to multiple bass tournaments throughout the year, and sometimes hosts the Bassmaster Elite Series tournament, which is broadcast on SP . Harvey said he sometimes forget how far-reaching the county’s fishing industry is. ut recently, arvey said, he visited the nation’s capital and met someone who fell in love with Putnam after visiting the area to go fishing. “I was standing in the White House line,” Harvey said. I saw a guy in line with a eorgia T-shirt. e said, I ust came to Putnam County to go fishing.’ And while bass tournaments are fun, Harvey said, there are many local residents who go fishing to ensure food is on the table. o matter the reason, fishing is one of the county’s most popular pastimes, one county

officials hope to see continue for years to come, Harvey said. It’s not ust recreation it’s sustenance,” Harvey said. “When you take in the lakes and the tributaries, my ord, if you can’t find a place to fish .

Get a Fishing License

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 State Road 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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November 1 or before, tax bills are mailed Pay by November 30, 4% discount on current taxes paid in full Pay by December 31, 3% discount on current taxes paid in full Pay by January 31, 2% discount on current taxes paid in full Pay by February 28, 1% discount on current taxes paid in full March 31, all taxes are due, no discount Payment must be received or mailed with a postmark on or before the specific date each month.

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April 1, unpaid taxes are delinquent and subject to 18% interest per year May 1 – 22, delinquent properties are advertised in advance of Tax Certificate Sale June 1st or before, tax certificates will be sold on all real property with delinquent taxes

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Vehicle/vessel decal and registration expire on your birthday ** Driver’s license/Florida ID expire on your birthday ** Company owned vehicle registrations expire on June 30 Heavy Vehicles (over 5000#) registrations expire on December 31 Mobile Home decal registrations expire on December 31

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Education

PUTNAM SCHOOLS DELIVER!

he Putnam County School istrict includes 19 schools that serve more than 10,000 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. It is the largest employer in the county with more than 1,500 employees. Putnam County schools are committed to ensuring all 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 varied needs of the diverse students they serve. The Cambridge program is in its fifth year. The Cambridge program offers rigorous, internationally recognized pre-university curriculum in grades K-12. It provides students with a broad and 60

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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 e uivalent 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 of study and complete community service hours will automatically be eligible for the Bright Futures Academic Scholarship Award. To better transition elementary students into middle school, the C. . verturf Jr. Sixth rade 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, A I , career and technical programs and gifted programs. Courses are also available through Florida irtual School and Putnamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s y istrict irtual School. Career and Technical Education programs are available at all middle and high schools, as the

St. Johns River State College Since 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. The college has campuses in range Park, St. Augustine and Palatka. SJR State’s main campus in Palatka is also home to Florida School of the Arts. 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 0 Associate in Science degrees and certificates as well as bachelor’s degrees in early childhood education, organizational management (with four specializations offered) and nursing.

district offers 15 different industry certifications. Program choices include Administrative Assistant, Automotive, Business Technology, Computer System Technology, Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, igital Photography, iversified Technology, arly Childhood Education, Allied Health Assisting, Aide, ome ealth Aide and Welding. The district also offers a cluster of Agriscience programs, including Horticulture, Agritechnology, eterinarian Assisting and Animal Science. Numerous opportunities are offered in FFA, FBLA, HOSA, DECA and CISCO. The district in 2015 leased a property, 1001 usson Ave. in Palatka, to First Coast Technical College and facilitated state-funded renovations in an effort to expand post-secondary and high school career-technical opportunities in Putnam County. 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. School board meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday each month at the district’s administrative offices.

On behalf of Seminole Electric Cooperative, Welcome to Putnam County! Seminole is one of the largest generation and transmission cooperatives in the country. One of Seminole’s primary resources is the Seminole Generating Station in Putnam County, Florida. Located on 2,000 acres, just north of Palatka, the Seminole Generating Station has been a part of our community since 1984.

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Murals

The Conlee-Snyder Mural Committee began operating under the guidance of Palatka ain Street in 1998 to accurately depict the history, culture and environment of Putnam County through painted murals. Currently, the committee maintains 25 murals. The committee has plans to recommission “Mug Race,” which was forced to relocate in 2016. 62

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Murals currently available to tour: 1-6. Putnam County Jail, circa 1880 Putnam County Courthouse, circa 1909 ronson- ulholland ouse, circa 1854 Palatka City all, circa 1905 JT Railway Station, circa 1886 and Palatka Waterworks, circa 1886-87. Located at Palatka City all on Reid and orth Second streets. . eartbeat of Palatka, circa 18901916 This mural combines ld City all, with fire station, the old Post ffice (current City Hall) and North Second Street. This mural is located at 205 N. Second St. 8. The Putnam ouse, circa 1891 The Putnam ouse was a hotel at the height of Palatka’s tourism boom in the 19th Century. The Putnam ouse encompassed an entire city block. Located at the site of the original hotel at North Second Street and St. Johns Avenue. 9. attle at orse anding, ay 2 , 1864 – Commemorating the Civil War

battle between a nion gunboat and a Confederate Calvary on the banks of the St. Johns River. Located at South Third Street and St. Johns Avenue. 10. Putnam County Wildflowers A collaboration between the mural committee and the Palatka Art eague showcasing the wildflowers in Putnam County. Located at South Third Street at St. Johns Avenue. 11. ight Passage, circa 1884 Popular for tourism, steamboats traversed the Ocklawaha River between Palatka and Silver Springs. This mural is located at North Fourth Street at St. Johns Avenue. 12. To od e the lory, 19 19 8. vangelist illy raham started preaching at a small Baptist church in Putnam County. This mural portrays raham during his baptism in Silver ake and his first pulpit at Peniel aptist Church. Located at South Fourth Street at St. Johns Avenue. 13. Bygone Days, circa 1880 – This

mural was painted prior to the formation of the committee but is maintained and listed by the committee. Located on South Fifth Street at St. Johns Avenue. 14. Putnam Treasures This mural depicts birds and animals native to Putnam County. ocated at South Seventh Street and St. Johns Avenue. 15. igh Time in Palatka, circa 18 2. This mural depicts amusements popular during the time period in Putnam County. Located at South Seventh Street at St. Johns Avenue across from the Putnam Treasures mural. 16. Cattle rive to Paynes Prairie, circa 19 0 Cattlemen drove their cattle from Palatka to Paynes Prairie in the winter to fatten them for market. Located at North 10th Street and St. Johns Avenue. 1 . Sen. .C. Pearce agricultural mural Representing Putnam County, Pearce was instrumental in passing legislation to help farmers. The mural shows the area’s popular crops — cabbage and potatoes. Located at St. Johns Avenue between North 11th and North 10th streets. 18. Seats of earning, circa 192 This mural depicts the two high schools before desegregation, Putnam igh School and Central Academy. Central Academy would become the first fully

accredited black high school in Florida in 192 . ocated at the Price- artin Community Center at Reid and North 11th streets. 19. ary awson ospital pened in 1918, African-American female ary Jane Lawson owned this. Doctors of both races cared for both black and white patients. Located at 822 St. Johns Ave. 20. Train Station – Railroads, along with steam ships on the St. Johns River, brought thousands of winter visitors to Palatka in the 18 0s through early 1900s. ocated at inth and St. Johns Avenue. 21. Annie Oakley – One of the most admired women in America in the 1890s and early 1900s, Annie akley brought her sharp-shooter show to Palatka in 1908. ocated at leventh and St. Johns Avenue. 22. Harlem Nights – “The Belton’s Society Syncopators was a a band created in the 1920s by Cortland S. Belton and his brother Wilbert Belton, young black musicians from Palatka. Originally, they started out with a 4-piece band but progressed into a large band and were often compared to Duke Ellington and his orchestra. Located on corner of St. Johns Avenue and North

Eighth Street. 23. Readers Become Leaders – This mural depicts William D. Moseley, who was the first elected governor of Florida from 1845 to 1849. After serving his term in office, he settled in Palatka and opened a citrus grove. The book in his hand in the mural encourages young readers to become readers. Located at 110 usson Ave. in Palatka, on the east wall of the William D. Moseley Elementary School. 24. The eterans emorial ural – This is a work in progress. It is composed of seven panels that depict the seven conflicts our country has been involved in. They are World War I, World War II, orean War, ietnam War, Desert Storm, Iraq and Afghanistan. Three of the panels have been painted with scrolls showing the names of locals killed in action, prisoners of war and those missing in action. Located on the west wall at 514 St. Johns Ave. 25. The William Bartram Mural — Depicting a scene from Bartram’s travels and discoveries in 1 4 when Palatka was a wilderness inhabited mostly by Native Americans. Located on the west wall at 220 St. Johns Ave. Details: visit conleemurals.org.

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E vents January 2018 AFRICAN-AMERICAN FESTIVAL & PARADE Always observed Martin Luther King Day

February 16-17, 2018 WELAKA SPRING FEST Welaka Town Hall 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Entertainment, food, arts and crafts (386) 467-9800

February 15-17, 2018 SPRING PALATKA BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL Rodeheaver Boys Ranch Current and beloved bluegrass singers take the stage for this three-day festival. Sponsored by Rodeheaver Boys Ranch (386) 328-1281

March 3-4, 2018 71st ANNUAL AZALEA FESTIVAL Arts and crafts, entertainment, Shriner’s parade and food Sponsored by Downtown Palatka Inc. (386) 328-4021

March 3-4, 2018 AZALEA DAYS Ravine Gardens State Park 1600 Twigg St., Palatka

March 16-24, 2018 PUTNAM COUNTY FAIR Fairgrounds, East Palatka Vendor, games, rides, agricultural exhibits, entertainment (386) 328-3247 www.putnamfairandexpo.com

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March 2018 ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE Parade at 6 p.m. St. Johns Avenue Downtown Palatka April 6-7, 2018 CATFISH FESTIVAL King Catfish parade, arts and crafts, Catfish Run, catfish dinners and more Sponsored by Rotary Club of Crescent City (386) 698-1644 64

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May 5, 2018 64th ANNUAL MUG RACE Always 1st Saturday in May Palatka Riverfront to Jacksonville. Sponsored by Jacksonville Rudder Club (904) 264-4094 May 18, 2018 WOLFSON’S CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL 29th BASS TOURNAMENT Always 3rd Saturday in May City Dock in Palatka Sponsored by Wolfson’s Children’s Hospital (904) 360-4531

July 4, 2018 INTERLACHEN INDEPENDENCE DAY Downtown Interlachen 10 a.m. Fireworks, crafts, booths, entertainment, games, parade, food, car show (386) 684-3811

July 4, 2018 PALATKA INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION Palatka Riverfront Entertainment and fireworks (386) 329-0100 x 333

September 29-30, 2018 OCCUPATION OF PALATKA 1864 8th Annual Living History Civil War Event. Always last weekend in September. Bronson-Mulholland House 100 Madison St., Palatka (904) 377-5044 April 28, 2018 BOSTWICK BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL Bostwick Community Center Blueberry pancakes, plants and other assorted blueberry specialties www.bostwickblueberry.com May 25-28, 2018 BLUE CRAB FESTIVAL Always Memorial Day Weekend Downtown Palatka Booths, entertainment, rides, blue crab dishes (386) 325-4406 www.bluecrabfestival.com

October 6, 2018 AZALEA CITY CRUISERS CAR SHOW Downtown Palatka on the riverfront Charles Wellborn (386) 328-4904 Mike Walker (386) 684-4724

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November 8-10, 2018 FALL PALATKA BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL Rodeheaver Boys Ranch Three-day family event featuring current and popular names in bluegrass. Sponsored by Rodeheaver Boyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ranch (386) 328-1281

October 2018 PALATKA RAILFEST Browning Railroad Museum Price-Martin Center Railroad exhibits and train show 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission, Free parking (386) 328-0305

November 11, 2018 VETERANS DAY PARADE Downtown Palatka Followed by march over Memorial Bridge

December 2018 INTERLACHEN CHRISTMAS PARADE Interlachen Town Hall Lighted parade at 6:15 p.m. (386) 684-4749

October 20, 2018 WELAKA KIDS FISHING RODEO Always 3rd Saturday in April Welaka Fish Hatchery. Prizes in various categories. From 8-10 a.m. (386) 467-2374 October 2018 TRICK-OR-TREAT THE MAGICAL RAVINES Ravine Gardens State Park Booths, games, wagon rides, trick-or-treating 3-6 p.m. (386) 329-3721 October 31, 2018 BOO ON THE AVENUE Downtown Palatka 3-5:30 p.m. Sponsored by Downtown Palatka, Inc.

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December 2018 WELAKA CHRISTMAS PARADE (386) 467-9800

November 23, 2018 PALATKA CHRISTMAS PARADE Downtown Palatka nighttime parade the Friday after Thanksgiving Sponsored by Downtown Palatka Inc (386) 328-4021

December 2018 LIGHT THE RIVERFRONT Candlelit luminaries decorate the riverfront in remembrance of loved ones and special wishes. Sponsored by Pilot Club December 2018 CAROLING THE RAVINES Take a wagon ride through the gardens while enjoying seasonal caroling. 6-9 p.m. Sponsored Ravine Gardens State Park. (386) 329-3721

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Local Resources LOCAL NEWS RESOURCES 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 LIBRARIES Palatka 601 College Rd, Palatka

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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

GETTING SETTLED ELECTRIC UTILITIES Florida Power and Light (FPL) 1-800-226-3545 Clay Electric Corp 386-328-1432

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GARBAGE REMOVAL WastePro 386-328-5445 City of Palatka Sanitation 386-329-0107

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

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

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

WIYD - 1260 AM 386-325-4556 Country Hits, sports and more. WPLK - 800 AM 386-328-5800 Timeless classics from artist like Elvis, Beatles, The Drifter and more

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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329-0111 329-0800 329-0396 329-3738

VEHICLE REGISTRATION Vehicle title, tags and drivers license must be applied for within ten days of moving to Florida. Auto Tags/ Driver’s License/ Vehicle Registration Main number 386-329-0282 312 Oak St., Palatka 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. PUTNAM COUNTY ELECTIONS OFFICE 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 POST OFFICES Interlachen

386-684-2228

Satsuma

386-649-4366

Putnam Hall

352-473-4224

Hollister

386-325-5527

Pomona Park

386-649-4272

Bostwick

386-325-7158

East Palatka

386-325-4071

Georgetown

386-467-9641

Lake Como

386-649-4144

Crescent City

386-698-1538

Palatka

386-328-3071

San Mateo

386-325-2303

Melrose

352-475-1701

Florahome

386-659-2228

Grandin

386-659-2493

Welaka

386-467-2116

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A Message from the Chairman Dear Friend: The Putnam County Chamber of Commerce proudly presents its 20 1 8 Business Directory contained within this publication. This publication is produced by the Palatka Daily N ews to provide community information to visitors and residents, as well as to recognize Chamber members along with the goods and services they provide. I t 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. O ur mission is to be a creative force that promotes exce llence in leadership, coordination and orderly development of business enterprise. We take great pride in our citize ns, 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. I f you have been considering j oining, allow me to encourage you to do so now â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we need you on the team!

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Chamber Leadership 2018

Photo submitted by Brian Keith

2018 OFFICERS

2018 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chairman: Joe Pickens, St. Johns River State College Past Chair: Greg Bacon, City Shippers & Papa Johns Chair Elect: Steve Overturf, Johnson-Overturf Funeral Homes Treasurer: Janette Wagner, Capital City Bank President: Dana Jones, Putnam County Chamber of Commerce

Ben Bates, Coldwell Banker - Ben Bates, Inc.

2018 VICE CHAIRS Charlie Douglas, Douglas & Hedstrom Taylor Douglas, Roland Pacetti Realty Terry Hadaway, Georgia-Pacific Derek Hembree, Clay Electric Cooperative Wayne McClain, Beck Auto Jini Robbins, Bates Hewett & Floyd Insurance

Mike Garman, Florida Power & Light

EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS

Mike Perry, Robert M. Perry, Attorney at Law

John Bergquist, Mayor, Town of Pomona Park Buddy Goddard, Chairman, Board of County Commissioners Terrill Hill, Mayor, City of Palatka Patrick Kennedy, City Manager, City of Crescent City Ken Larsen, Mayor, Town of Interlachen Bobby Payne, Florida House of Representatives Brett Peterson, Mayor, City of Crescent City Matt Reynolds, Interim City Manager, City of Palatka Gordon Sands, Mayor, Town of Welaka Terry Suggs, Putnam County Administrator Rick Surrency, Superintendent, Putnam School District

Karla Flagg-Wright, Flagg Serenity Memorial Chapel

Jim Beeler - Clay Electric Daniel Brauneck, DDS, DMD John Browning, Angelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dining Car Jim Bugg, 1st Coast Recycling Michael Curtis, Artic Air Brian Keith, Newcastle Shipyards Wayne Knuckles, Palatka Daily News Benita Lookadoo, VyStar Credit Union Robert Mills, St. Johns Asset Management Chris Mosley, Putnam Community Medical Center Troy Nettles, McKinnon Home Furnishings

CHAMBER PROFESSIONALS SERVING YOU IN 2018 Dana Jones, President Brian Bergen, Vice President, Economic Dev. Julie Linton, Vice President, Tourism Daisy Quiles, Membership 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 and on our annual event pop-up banner display, advance notification of announcements and special invitations to regional economic development meetings, quarterly luncheons with prominent guest speakers and 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 Florida Power & Light Company Georgia-Pacific, LLC

AT&T Cancer Center of Putnam County CenterState Bank Clay Electric Cooperative, Inc. Continental Building Products Putnam County Dev. Authority Putnam County School District St. Johns River State College Walmart Stores, Supercenter #551

Ambient Inc. Bates Hewett & Floyd Insurance Capital City Bank Carr, Riggs & Ingram City of Crescent City 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. 72

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Putnam County Florida

Easy Access to all of Northeast Florida Great Climate & Recreation Natural, Historic & Family-Friendly

Transportation Options Air

Palatka Municipal Airport & close to 2 international airports

Business Climate The tax environment here is very favorable. Florida does not have corporate franchise tax, personal state income tax, or taxes on inventories or foreign income. Our state and local governments offer competitive tax incentives for businesses that relocate or expand in Northeast Florida. Florida is a “Right-to-Work” state. Employees are not required to join a union, and employment may be terminated “at will” by either employee or employer. The Park and Putnam County are included in JAX Foreign Trade Zone #64 and the County is a US SBA HUB Zone. 74

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Rail

Dual rail carriers (CSX , Norfolk Southern) & Amtrak

Water

Barge access via St. Johns River to nearby JAXPort (ocean access)

Truck

Interstate connectivity: US 17 North four lanes to I-10, SR 207 North four lanes to I-95 and SR 20 to I-75

Education/Workforce Local colleges offering 2 and 4 year degrees and workforce development programs in collaboration with local businesses Growing workforce development and educational network Excellent availability of high school and technical school trained workers Proximity to universities, such as University of Florida, Embry-Riddle, Stetson, Flagler and University of North Florida

Quality of Life

Putnam County residents enjoy an incredible quality of life with agreeable weather year-round and an abundance of water. We are a nature-based community, rich in history and heritage, some of which is depicted in over 30 murals throughout the city of Palatka. Putnam County is a fishing mecca, known as the Bass Capital of the World. Other recreational highlights include: National, State & local parks Original Donald Ross designed golf course Festivals throughout the year Great multi-use, hiking & paddling trails

Accessible Location Putnam County is located in Northeast Florida with easy access to major metropolitan areas. Nearly equal distance to Jacksonville, Ocala, Daytona, Gainesville, and Orlando makes us the hub of Northeast Florida. We are less than 25 miles to the Atlantic, and have ample waterfront property along many lakes and the St. Johns River.

Infrastructure Fiber/wireless broadband availability Excellent electrical capacity and distribution network Community owned land and speculative building Natural gas, water, and wastewater service

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CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Listed below is the 2018 Putnam County Chamber of Commerce Member Business Directory. All listings are current as of December 2017. List provided by Putnam County Chamber of Commerce.

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.

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

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

1100 Reid St., Palatka, FL 32177 • putnamcountychamber.com• 386.328.1503 A Dire Need, LLC

152 Matt Trail Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-6188 PORTABLE TOILETS

A-1 Pharmacy

815-3 S. Moody Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-3987 PHARMACY & MEDICAL SUPPLIES

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

Abe’s Finest Meats, LLC 1122 Bronson St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5157 MEAT MARKET / PACKERS

Acosta Creek Marina 124 Acosta Creek Dr Satsuma, FL 32189 (386) 467-2229 MARINA

All American Solar, LLC 1060-A E. Industrial Dr Orange City, FL 32763 (386) 218-6930 SOLAR CONTRACTORS

Ambient Inc.

213 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 312-7011 COMPUTER SERVICES

American Legion Bert Hodge Post #45 316 Osceola St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6976 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.

Trent Higginbotham 510 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2221 FINANCIAL & INVESTMENT SERVICES

Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.

4015 Reid Street Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8674 TOURS

Robert Dickert 510 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2221 FINANCIAL & INVESTMENT SERVICES

Tony Alfiero

Ameris Bank

Air Florida Helicopter Charters Inc.

P.O. Box 990 San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 328-0667 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

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601 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 201-9003 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

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

Animal Medical Clinic 3301 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4613 VETERINARIANS

The ARC of Putnam County 1209 Westover Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2249 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

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 222 N. 3rd 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

Cynthia O. Asia

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

AT&T Florida

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

AutoSpa of Palatka

276 N Highway 17 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-5566 CAR WASH & DETAILING

Azalea Health

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613 St Johns Ave, Ste 300 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0108 HEALTH CARE SERVICES

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

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

Barry Manor Apartments

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

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

Beef O’Brady’s

The Bartram Inn Bed & Breakfast

Bellamy Plumbing, Inc.

116 Kirkland St Palatka, FL 32177 (352) 359-0623 LODGE / MOTEL / HOTEL

Bass World Lodge & Marina

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

Bates, Hewett & Floyd Insurance 3400 Crill Ave, Suite 2 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1100 INSURANCE AGENCIES

Beck Chevrolet - Buick GMC

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

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

6695 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2172 PLUMBING & SEPTIC SERVICES

Best Western Inn of Palatka

119 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-7800 LODGE / MOTEL / HOTEL

The Bingo Palace The Bingo Palace 201 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5822 ENTERTAINMENT

Blue Lagoon Car Wash, Inc. 4401 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 937-3740 CAR WASH & DETAILING

Blue Sky Roofing of North Florida, LLC

Bulls-Hit Ranch & Farm, Inc.

The Boathouse Marina

Busy Bee’s Cleaning Service

196 W. River Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4233 ROOFING CONTRACTOR

329 River St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2944 MARINA

Joe Boatwright

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

Bradley’s Steaks & Seafood 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

Daniel T. Brauneck, D.D.S., D.M.D. 120 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9206 DENTISTS

Bright Minds Youth Development

1857 Wells Rd, Ste 222-B Orange Park, FL 32073 (904) 644-8594 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Brooks Americare Home Health 3424 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4567 HOME HEALTH CARE

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

123 Kennedy Avenue Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 972-1792 CLEANING SERVICES RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL

C&W Logistics

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) 325-3405 RESTAURANTS

Cancer Center of Putnam County 600 Zeagler Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-8140 PHYSICIANS - ONCOLOGY

Canine Companions Dog Training, LLC 120 Carraway Court Palatka, FL 32177 386 325-3378 PET SERVICES

Capital City Bank

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

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CareerSource NE Florida

146 Comfort Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 530-7089 EMPLOYMENT SERVICES / AGENCIES

Carr, Riggs & Ingram

CenterState Bank

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

Century 21 Triton Realty Cassandra Browning-Nettles

906 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4561 ACCOUNTING SERVICES

611 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2100 REAL ESTATE - GENERAL

Russell Castleberry

Century 21 Triton Realty Barbara Scholl

122 Point of Woods Trail Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4135 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

Castrol Premium Lube Express

611 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2100 REAL ESTATE - GENERAL

Champion Self Storage

4100 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (904) 545-8990 AUTOMOTIVE - REPAIR & SERVICES

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

Catholic Charities Bureau, Inc.

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

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

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Steve A Chapman, DMD, PA

Cheyenne Saloon, Inc

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

Chili’s Grill & Bar 1004 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 386-328-4646 RESTAURANTS

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

City Shippers

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

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

Brent Coates

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

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

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

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

Coldwell Banker Commercial/Ben Bates Ben Bates

3400 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6716 REAL ESTATE - COMMERCIAL

Coldwell Banker Commercial/Ben Bates Marc Spalding

3400 Crill Ave, Suite 1 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6716 REAL ESTATE - COMMERCIAL

Community Hospice & Palliative Care 4266 Sunbeam Rd Jacksonville, FL 32257 (352) 727-2398 HOSPICE CARE

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

The Computer Guys 302 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-6130 COMPUTER SERVICES

Congressman Ted Yoho

5000 NW 27th Court, Ste A Gainesville, FL 32606 (352) 505-0838 GOVERNMENT AGENCIES

Conlee-Snyder Mural Committee, Inc. 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

Corky Bell’s Seafood of Palatka, Inc. 185 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-1094 RESTAURANTS

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Country Feed & General Store 2420 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6047 LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS & SUPPLIES

Courtesy Transport Services

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

Cremer Wood, Inc.

2508 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7326 PULPWOOD & TIMBER CONTRACTORS

Crescent City Kennel, Inc. 1952 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, Inc 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

Cricket Wireless

300 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-3287 TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Crystal Cove Resort & Marina

133 Crystal Cove Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-1055 LODGE / MOTEL / HOTEL

Dairy Queen of Palatka, Inc.

Early Learning Coalition of North Florida

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

Eco Marine Contractor, LLC

822 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2677 RESTAURANTS

P.O. Box 487 San Mateo, FL 32187 (352) 454-7915 MARINE CONSTRUCTION

George A. Davis, MD, PA

Eddie’s Lawn Services

800 Zeagler Dr, Suite 120 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8369 PHYSICIANS OPHTHALMOLOGY

DePriest A/C & Heating, Inc.

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

Direct Auto Insurance 3902 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-1547 INSURANCE AGENCIES

Discount Mini Storage of St Johns 790 Hwy 207 East Palatka, FL 32131 (904) 692-2250 STORAGE FACILITIES

Douglas Hedstrom, P.A.

601 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (800) 369-6657 ATTORNEYS / LEGAL SERVICES

128 Grassy Lane Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-4040 LAWN MAINTENANCE

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 (386) 325-9072 FINANCIAL & INVESTMENT SERVICES

EGP Document Solutions, LLC

1760 Hwy A1A South St Augustine, FL 32080 (904) 471-4770 COPIER / FACSIMILE SERVICES

Elliott Welding, Inc.

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

Episcopal Children’s Services 821 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-3450 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Etc, LLC

516 River St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 937-7158 ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING

Express Family Care, LLC

6500 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-0575 PHYSICIANS - URGENT CARE

Express Family Care, LLC 300 S. Main St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1221 PHYSICIANS - GENERAL

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 (386) 325-7847 RETAIL STORES

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

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First Coast Cardiovascular Institute

205 Zeagler Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2836 PHYSICIANS CARDIOVASCULAR

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

First Coast Metal Roofing Supply 186 Hwy 207 East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-0242 METAL FABRICATORS

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

First Coast Technical College 1001 Husson Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-9000 EDUCATION

First Coast Technical College 2980 Collins Ave St Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 547-3282 EDUCATION

Flagg Serenity Memorial Chapel 2400 Madison St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-0444 FUNERAL HOMES

Flagler Hospital, Inc. 400 Health Park Blvd St. Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 819-4400 HOSPITAL 80

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Flagler Multi-Specialty Care Center

Frank Bush Insurance Agency

Florida Medical Hearing Centers

Fruitland Ace Hardware

400 Health Park Blvd St. Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 819-4431 PHYSICIANS - GENERAL

306 Reid Street Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 530-2528 HEARING AIDS

Florida Pest Control & Chemical Co.

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

Florida Power & Light Co.

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

Graphics II

Gator Timber & Land, LLC

Guaranty Title Company

1520 Hwy 17 North Bostwick, FL 32007 (386) 328-6969 PULPWOOD & TIMBER CONTRACTORS

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

Florida Septic, Inc.

Georgia-Pacific - Palatka Chip Mill

The Floridian Sports Club 122 Floridian Club Rd Welaka, FL 32193 (386) 467-2181 LODGE - PRIVATE / CORPORATE

Flowers by Melanie, Inc. 102 Oakland Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-5559 FLORISTS

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

603 Emmett St Palatka, FL 32177 (831) 915-4278 LODGE / MOTEL / HOTEL

1157 CR 309 - Fruitland Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1260 BUILDING MATERIALS, HARDWARE & LUMBER

2900 Catherine St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-5102 ELECTRIC COMPANIES

5757 SE 211th St Hawthorne, FL 32640 (352) 481-2455 PLUMBING & SEPTIC SERVICES

Grand Gables Inn Bed & Breakfast

P.O. Box 1458 Palatka, FL 32178 (386) 328-8826 MANUFACTURING - PAPER PRODUCTS

Georgia-Pacific - Palatka Operations 215 County Rd 216 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2001 MANUFACTURING - PAPER PRODUCTS

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

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

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

213 N. 4th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4576 TITLE SERVICES

Guiding Light Creations 107 Navajo St Satsuma, FL 32189 (386) 649-9504 SIGNS - SALES & SERVICE

Gullett Title, Inc. 401 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5106 TITLE SERVICES

Jerry Hafner, General Contractor

122 Hilty Lane East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 983-2166 GENERAL CONTRACTORS

Hagan Ace Hardware #11619 141 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-2698 BUILDING MATERIALS, HARDWARE & LUMBER

Hamby Construction & Roofing, Inc.

112 Lake Broward Lane Pomona Park, FL 32181 (386) 649-9231 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Hampton Inn - Palatka

100 Memorial Pkwy Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 530-2420 LODGE / MOTEL / HOTEL

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

Hasty’s Communications of Florida, Inc. 6609 Commonwealth Ave Jacksonville, FL 32254 (904) 783-0130 TWO-WAY RADIO SALES & SERVICE

Haven Hospice

Hitchcock’s Markets

9 Eastgate Square East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-1494 GROCERY STORE

Hitchcock’s Markets 1114 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-6514 GROCERY STORE

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 3813 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2500 LODGE / MOTEL / HOTEL

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

Hawkins & Turner Farm

Holmes & Young, PA

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

Hawkins Roofing, Inc. 112 Cereus Lane St Augustine, FL 32086 (386) 937-1634 ROOFING CONTRACTOR

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

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

307 Division Ave Ormond Beach, FL 32174 (386) 677-5680 EMBROIDERY & SCREENPRINT

Income Tax Service

301 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8854 INCOME TAX & BOOKKEEPING SERVICE

Interlachen Cabinets, Inc.

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

91.3 HOPE fm

1230 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-3360 FUNERAL HOMES

Joyce Herb, LLC

100 Lodge Pole Circle Georgetown, FL 32139 (772) 214-2294 INTERIOR DECORATING

Normand Jutras

Island Doctors

Katartizo Collective, LLC

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

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

170 W. Dogwood Rd Florahome, FL 32140 352-328-1216 MARKETING & PROMOTIONS

J&J Aluminum Products, LLC

Keep Putnam Beautiful

Richard Jason, D.P.M.

Kennedy Rehab & Skilled Therapy Services

1026 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 972-0391 ALUMINUM CONTRACTORS

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

3419 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3334 RADIO STATIONS

Jerry Stalvey’s BBQ

Hospice of Citrus & the Nature Coast

Johnson-Overturf Funeral Homes

927 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 530-4600 HOSPICE CARE

Johnson-Overturf Funeral Homes

2010 Hwy 20 East Hawthorne, FL 32640 (352) 481-6078 CABINETS / CABINETRY

Holly Ridge Apartments

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

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

Hot Action Sportswear

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

307 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4521 FUNERAL HOMES

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

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

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

Kindred Home Health Care 205 Zeagler Dr, Ste 401 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0202 HEALTH CARE SERVICES

Destination Putnam

CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

King’s Office Supply & Printing Co.

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

Kona Ice of So. St Augustine

108 Moultrie Crossing Lane St Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 829-7291 SHAVED ICE / ICE CREAM VENDOR

Lake View Motel

1004 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1090 LODGE / MOTEL / HOTEL

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

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

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

Destination Putnam

Lori’s Fountain Restaurant

Masters Funeral Home, LLC

Mederi CareTenders

Lowe’s

Matanzas Law Group

Messer’s Westside Bait & Tackle

2401 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9769 RESTAURANTS

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

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

200 Malaga St, Suite 9 St Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 826-1772 ATTORNEYS / LEGAL SERVICES

Theodore E. MacGibbon

106 Mathe Ave Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-2471 GENERAL CONTRACTORS

419 Emmett St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7663 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

Mariachiles Mexican Grill 318 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 530-2114 RESTAURANTS

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

Daniel A. Martinez

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

Massey III Painting

1661 Baden Powell Rd Hawthorne, FL 32640 (386) 328-7782 PAINTING & SUPPLIES

Massey Services, Inc.

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

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

The Mathe Corporation

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

McColm & Company

826 S. 13th St Palatka, FL 32177 (202) 669-2978 BUSINESS CONSULTANTS

6719 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3555 HOME HEALTH CARE

934 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4035 BAIT & TACKLE

Miller Farms

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

Modern Realty of Putnam, Inc. Larissa Ricketts 881 Hwy 20, Suite 3 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-0930 REAL ESTATE - GENERAL

Modern Realty of Putnam, Inc. Tommy King 881 Hwy 20, Suite 3 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 546-1152 REAL ESTATE - GENERAL

Monahan Chiropractic

McDonald’s of Palatka

905 St Johns Ave Palakta, FL 32177 (386) 328-2710 PHYSICIANS - CHIROPRACTOR

McKinnon Home Furnishings

Montco Research Products, Inc.

2627 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2092 RESTAURANTS

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

209 Janice Dr Hollister, FL 32147 (386) 325-5504 MANUFACTURING

Meade Insurance Agency, Inc.

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

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

Moore’s Well Drilling

CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Musselwhite’s Seafood & Grill

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

Vernon Myers, Jr.

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

Natkim Radio -- WIYD / WPLK / WAVE 1428 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5800 RADIO STATIONS

NE Florida Association of Realtors 1723 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2965 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

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

NE Florida Educational Consortium 3841 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-3800 EDUCATION

NE Florida Regional Council

100 Festival Park Ave Jacksonville, FL 32202 (904) 279-0880 GOVERNMENT AGENCIES

Neal Strickland Roofing, Inc. 153 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32121 (386) 328-5509 ROOFING CONTRACTOR

Neuco Distributors, LLC

1214 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1257 INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTORS

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

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

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

Nurse On-Call

3630 SW 47th Ave Gainesville, FL 32608 (352) 395-6424 HOME HEALTH CARE

Gene O’Connor

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

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

Palatka Flooring Center

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

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

Palatka Health Care Center

Nicholson AC/Heating & Quality Ice

The Oaks Golf Club

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

1264 Hwy 309 Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 467-2512 GOLF COURSE / COUNTRY CLUB

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

Niko’s Pizza, Inc.

Old Castle Lawn & Garden

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

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

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

Norfolk Southern Fishing Lodge

One Direction Car Wash

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

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

North Florida Home Builders, Inc.

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

1618 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 530-2422 CAR WASH & DETAILING

P & F Mini Storage

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

Padgett Groves

Palatka Housing Authority

Palatka Mall, LLC

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

Palatka Marketplace 805-901 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (727) 449-2020 SHOPPING CENTERS

Palatka Moose Lodge #184

1622 Hwy 308 Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 467-2106 AGRI-BUSINESS / FARMING

3875 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-6948 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Palatka Christian Service Center

Palatka New Vision Lion’s Foundation

2600 Peters St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0984 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

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

Destination Putnam

CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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

Papa John’s Pizza #3622 1608 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7277 RESTAURANTS

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 ACCOUNTING SERVICES

Peninsular Auto Parts

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

Robert M. Perry -- Attorney at Law

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

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

Plastic Masters International, Inc.

327 Hwy 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

Destination Putnam

Prestige Social Marketing 131 Cinnamon Dr Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 916-3700 MARKETING & PROMOTIONS

Preston Electric Co.

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

W. L. Pritchett, Jr.

P.O. Box 1073 Welaka, FL 32193 (386) 325-9510 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

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

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

Putnam County Chamber of Commerce 1100 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1503 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

Putnam County Clerk of Courts

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

Putnam County Courier Journal

Putnam County School District 200 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0510 EDUCATION

Putnam County Sheriff’s Office

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

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

Putnam County Dept of Health

Putnam County Shrine Club

2801 Kennedy St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-3200 HEALTH CARE SERVICES

Putnam County Development Authority

1100 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5177 GOVERNMENT OFFICES - CITY & TOWNSHIP

110 Yelvington Rd East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-8020 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

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

Putnam County Fair Authority, Inc.

Putnam County Tax Collector

Putnam County Government

Putnam Habitat for Humanity

Putnam County Property Appraiser

Putnam Health & Fitness Center

118 Theatre Rd East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-3247 ENTERTAINMENT

2509 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0307 GOVERNMENT OFFICES - CITY & TOWNSHIP

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

312 Oak St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0282 GOVERNMENT OFFICES - CITY & TOWNSHIP

2506 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5862 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

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

CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Q.I.R. Investments

625 Hwy 100 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-4000 SHOPPING CENTERS

Quality Inn & Suites Riverfront

The Ride Solution, Inc.

220 N. 11th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-9999 TRANSPORTATION / SHUTTLE SERVICES

River Bend Condominiums

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

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

R & J Power Equipment, Inc.

River City Players

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

Ralphâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s House of Flowers 605 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4734 FLORISTS

Randy Mathews Mini Storage & Hauling 1400 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1200 STORAGE FACILITIES

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

Renegades on the River 1171 Hwy 309 Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 524-4179 LODGE / MOTEL / HOTEL

216 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (904) 377-5044 THEATER COMPANY

River Villas 55+ Community 239 E. Buffalo Bluff Dr Satsuma, FL 32189 (386) 649-4001 RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

Riverfront Development Group

124 St Johns Ave 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

Rodeheaver Boys Ranch, Inc. 380 Boys Ranch Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1281 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

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

Roland Pacetti Realty, Inc. Taylor Douglas

Sherwin-Williams Company

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

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

S & A Leisure, Inc.

Shrimp-R-Us & More

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

765 3rd Ave Welaka, FL 32193 (386) 467-7111 RESTAURANTS

Safe Touch Security

Singleton Subway #13481, Inc.

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

San Mateo Estates RV & Mobile Home Park 471 San Mateo Rd San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 328-4866 RV PARK / CAMPGROUND

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

Craig Z. Sherar, P.A.

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

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

Joyce L. Skaff

P.O. Box 351879 Palm Coast, FL 32135 (386) 326-4321 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

Sleep Inn & Suites

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

Jeffrey R. Slotten, D.D.S. 205 Zeagler Dr, Suite 502 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1500 DENTISTS

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

Destination Putnam

CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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

Source4Teachers

800 Kings Hwy North Cherry HIll , NJ 08034 856-482-0300 EDUCATION

Southern Air

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

Spherion Staffing

2820 Hwy 1 South, Ste D St Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 808-1500 STAFFING SERVICES

St Johns Asset Mgmt, LLC 1301 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-5915 FINANCIAL & INVESTMENT SERVICES

St Johns Cafe & Bound For Glory Bookstore 621 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 386 328-4109 RESTAURANTS

St Johns Campground

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

St Johns Eye Care, Inc.

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

Destination Putnam

St Johns Realty & Management

Sunrise Marine

St Johns River Dental

Sunrise Primary Care

220 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1000 REAL ESTATE - GENERAL

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

6200 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5467 DENTISTS

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

St Johns River State College

Sunset Point Car Wash

5001 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-4200 EDUCATION

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

St Johns Urgent / Putnam Family Care

Sunshine Cleaning Service

6101 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-1225 PHYSICIANS - URGENT CARE

Staples -- Store #1056

327 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-1831 OFFICE SUPPLIES & FURNITURE

State Representative Bobby Payne

3841 Reid St, Ste 5 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-2272 GOVERNMENT AGENCIES

Sunbelt Rentals

3523 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 643-6010 EQUIPMENT RENTALS

SunCrest Omni Home Health 3900 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-0646 HOME HEALTH CARE

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

Susanne Paper - Exit Realty Producers

229 Lake Ida Point Dr Interlachen, FL 32148 (301) 806-8935 REAL ESTATE - GENERAL

T-Mobile

111 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2554 TELECOMMUNICATIONS

3 Bananas Restaurant & Bar 11 S. Lake St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2861 RESTAURANTS

Thompson Pipe Group Pressure

245 Comfort Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8841 MANUFACTURING - CONCRETE PRESSURE PIPE

Toby’s Alignment, Inc.

2604 Peters St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5490 AUTOMOTIVE - REPAIR & SERVICES

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 157 Town & Country Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3222 RETAIL STORES

CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

True House, Inc.

105 Denver Road Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 325-9085 MANUFACTURING - TRUSS SYSTEMS

U.S. Army Recruiter Palatka Station 400 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-8833 MILITARY RECRUITERS

Uncle Tyrone, Inc.

140 3rd St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 916-7472 ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS

UNF Small Business Development Ctr

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 RENTALS

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

Villa Farms Luxury Community

Waste Pro of Florida

Wetland Preserve, LLC

Watson Realty Corp. Tina Arant

Garry Wood - Attorney at Law

203 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-9888 REAL ESTATE - GENERAL

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

Vulcan Materials - Smith Division

Wattles Business Solutions

Woodland Point Apartments

Vulcan Materials - South Division

Webster University

7300 Crill Ave, # 65 Palatka, FL 32177-9206 (386) 325-0055 RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

Vintage Care of Palatka

203 S. Moody Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-9905 ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES

1451 State Road 100 Melrose, FL 32666 (386) 659-2477 SAND MINING

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

170 County Landfill Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5445 GARBAGE COLLECTION

110 S. 2nd St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4323 COPIER / OFFICE EQUIP SALES & LEASING

4414 SW College Rd, Ste 942 Ocala, FL 34474 (352) 861-9330 EDUCATION

Wesnofske Farms, Inc.

P.O. Box 631 Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1409 AGRI-BUSINESS / FARMING

113 Arden Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (904) 303-4471 AGRI-BUSINESS / FARMING

6710 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9530 APARTMENT / HOUSING RENTALS

WTRP

205 Zeagler Dr, Suite 303 Palatka, FL 32177 (904) 886-9006 REAL ESTATE DEVELOPERS

Zaxbyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of Palatka 423 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3495 RESTAURANTS

W.W. Gay Mechanical Contractor, Inc. 524 Stockton St Jacksonville, FL 32204 (904) 388-2696 HEAVY EQUIPMENT CONTRACTORS

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

Walmart Supercenter #551 1024 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6733 RETAIL STORES

Destination Putnam

CATEGORICAL MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

ACCOUNTING SERVICES 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 Vernon Myers, Jr. 1419 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9490

AGRI-BUSINESS / FARMING Bulls-Hit Ranch & Farm, Inc. 9165 Old Hastings Rd Hastings, FL 32145 (904) 692-2715 Hawkins & Turner Farm 438 East End Rd San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 328-3736 Miller Farms 239 Hwy 17 North Bostwick, FL 32007 (386) 325-4714 Padgett Groves 1622 Hwy 308 Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 467-2106 Wesnofske Farms, Inc. P.O. Box 631 Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1409 Wetland Preserve, LLC 113 Arden Dr Palatka , FL 32177 (904) 303-4471

AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING 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

Destination Putnam

Nicholson AC/Heating & Quality Ice 326 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0911 Southern Air 3849 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3212

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

ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES

Vintage Care of Palatka 203 S. Moody Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-9905

ASSOCIATE MEMBERS Tony Alfiero P.O. Box 990 San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 328-0667

Joyce L. Skaff P.O. Box 351879 Palm Coast, FL 32135 (386) 326-4321

ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS American Legion Bert Hodge Post #45 316 Osceola St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6976

Cynthia O. Asia 424 N. Fern St San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 328-1607

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

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

Catholic Charities Bureau, Inc. 3940 Lewis Spdwy, Suite 2103 St Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 829-6300

APARTMENT / HOUSING RENTALS

Russell Castleberry 122 Point of Woods Trail Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4135

Barrington Apartments 607 S. Moody Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-0512

Brent Coates 101 Cinnamon Dr Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 937-1481

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

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

Normand Jutras 412 Mulholland Park Palatka, FL 32177 (978) 376-1730

Holly Ridge Apartments 6410 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-1973

Theodore E. MacGibbon 419 Emmett St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7663

Woodland Point Apartments 6710 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9530

Daniel A. Martinez 320 Round Lake Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3959

ASPHALT & PAVING CONTRACTORS

Gene O’Connor 128 Sunset Point Lane East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-4405

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

W. L. Pritchett, Jr. P.O. Box 1073 Welaka, FL 32193 (386) 325-9510

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

Conlee-Snyder Mural Committee, Inc. 233 Davis Lake Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9806 Crescent City Woman’s Club 604 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 467-7075

Early Learning Coalition of North Florida 2450 Old Moultrie Rd, Ste 103 St Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 342-2267 Episcopal Children’s Services 821 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-3450

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

CATEGORICAL MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

NE Florida Association of Realtors 1723 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2965

NE Florida Community Action Agency 1201 Madison St Palatka, FL 32177 (904) 635-8646 Palatka Christian Service Center 2600 Peters St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0984

Uncle Tyrone, Inc. 140 3rd St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 916-7472

Beck Chrysler - Dodge - Jeep 256 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8863

Capital City Bank 4120 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-1155

United Way of Putnam County 820 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8992

Beck Ford - Lincoln 420 N. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8881

CenterState Bank 1 Eastgate Square East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-1984

ATTORNEYS / LEGAL SERVICES

Beck Nissan 252 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2775

CenterState Bank 1120 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-4971

Craig Z. Sherar, P.A. 147 Pine Tree Rd East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 336-3088

AUTOMOTIVE - PARTS & SUPPLIES

Palatka Moose Lodge #184 3875 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-6948

Douglas Hedstrom, P.A. 601 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (800) 369-6657

Peninsular Auto Parts 533 S. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2002

Palatka New Vision Lion’s Foundation P.O. Box 2655 Palatka, FL 32178 (386) 937-8277

Holmes & Young, PA 222 N. 3rd St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1111

AUTOMOTIVE - REPAIR & SERVICES

Pilot Club of Palatka, Inc. P.O. Box 2202 Palatka, FL 32178 (386) 328-3496

Law Offices of Ronald E. Sholes 700 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-3496

Putnam County Chamber of Commerce 1100 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1503 Putnam County Shrine Club 110 Yelvington Rd East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-8020 Putnam Habitat for Humanity 2506 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5862 Rodeheaver Boys Ranch, Inc. 380 Boys Ranch Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1281 The ARC of Putnam County 1209 Westover Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2249

Matanzas Law Group 200 Malaga St, Suite 9 St Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 826-1772 Robert M. Perry -- Attorney at Law 601 Reid St, 2nd Floor Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-9805 Garry Wood - Attorney at Law 415 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-3993

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

Castrol Premium Lube Express 4100 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (904) 545-8990 Toby’s Alignment, Inc. 2604 Peters St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5490

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

BANKS / CREDIT UNION Ameris Bank 601 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 201-9003 Ameris Bank 100 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3770 Capital City Bank 148 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 329-1150

CenterState Bank 500 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1982 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 VyStar Credit Union 510 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3303

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

BLOOD BANK LifeSouth Community Blood Center 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) 698-1260

Destination Putnam

CATEGORICAL MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

Hagan Ace Hardware #11619 141 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-2698

One Direction Car Wash 1618 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 530-2422

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 McColm & Company 826 S. 13th St Palatka, FL 32177 (202) 669-2978 UNF Small Business Development Ctr 12000 Alumni Dr Jacksonville, FL 32224 (904) 620-2427

CABINETS / CABINETRY Interlachen Cabinets, Inc. 2010 Hwy 20 East Hawthorne, FL 32640 (352) 481-6078 Smith Products Company, Inc. 900 Kirby St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4534

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

CATERING SERVICES Jerry Stalvey’s BBQ 6430 Hwy 16A, Lot A St Augustine, FL 32092 (904) 540-1697

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

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

CAR WASH & DETAILING

CLEANING SERVICES - RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL

AutoSpa of Palatka 276 N Highway 17 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-5566

Busy Bee’s Cleaning Service 123 Kennedy Avenue Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 972-1792

Blue Lagoon Car Wash, Inc. 4401 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 937-3740

Sunshine Cleaning Service 416 Silver Lake Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3017

Destination Putnam

COMPUTER SERVICES

DENTISTS

Ambient Inc. 213 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 312-7011

Daniel T. Brauneck, D.D.S., D.M.D. 120 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9206

The Computer Guys 302 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-6130

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES Hamby Construction & Roofing, Inc. 112 Lake Broward Lane Pomona Park, FL 32181 (386) 649-9231 Herrington Industries, Inc. 7300 Crill Ave, Box #65 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-9898

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 St Johns River Dental 6200 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5467

Interlachen Cabinets, Inc. 2010 Hwy 20 East Hawthorne, FL 32640 (352) 481-6078

Steve A Chapman, DMD, PA 3520 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8351

North Florida Home Builders, Inc. 611 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 559-7972

ECO TOURS / EXCURSIONS

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

COPIER / FACSIMILE SERVICES EGP Document Solutions, LLC 1760 Hwy A1A South St Augustine, FL 32080 (904) 471-4770

COPIER / OFFICE EQUIP SALES & LEASING Wattles Business Solutions 110 S. 2nd St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4323

COUNSELING SERVICES Bright Minds Youth Development 1857 Wells Rd, Ste 222-B Orange Park, FL 32073 (904) 644-8594

Wetland Preserve, LLC 113 Arden Dr Palatka , FL 32177 (904) 303-4471

EDUCATION

First Coast Technical College 1001 Husson Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-9000 First Coast Technical College 2980 Collins Ave St Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 547-3282 NE Florida Educational Consortium 3841 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-3800 Putnam County School District 200 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0510 Source4Teachers 800 Kings Hwy North Cherry HIll , NJ 08034 856-482-0300

CATEGORICAL MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

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

Webster University 4414 SW College Rd, Ste 942 Ocala, FL 34474 (352) 861-9330

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/SUPPLIES All American Solar, LLC 1060-A E. Industrial Dr Orange City, FL 32763 (386) 218-6930 Preston Electric Co. 2105 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3355

EMBROIDERY & SCREENPRINT Hot Action Sportswear 307 Division Ave Ormond Beach, FL 32174 (386) 677-5680

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES / AGENCIES CareerSource NE Florida 146 Comfort Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 530-7089

ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS Causseaux, Hewett & Walpole, Inc. 132 NW 76th Dr Gainesville, FL 32607 (352) 331-1976

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

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING Etc, LLC 516 River St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 937-7158

EQUIPMENT RENTALS Sunbelt Rentals 3523 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 643-6010

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

FINANCIAL & INVESTMENT SERVICES Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Trent Higginbotham 510 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2221 Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Robert Dickert 510 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2221 Edward D. Jones & Co. 512 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-9072 Ginn Financial Group, Inc. 421 St Johns Ave, Ste 3 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4501

St Johns Asset Mgmt, LLC 1301 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-5915

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

FISH CAMPS Acosta Creek Marina 124 Acosta Creek Dr Satsuma, FL 32189 (386) 467-2229

Johnson-Overturf Funeral Homes 307 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4521 Masters Funeral Home, LLC 3015 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4564 Masters Funeral Home, LLC 1207 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-4177

FURNITURE / HOME FURNISHINGS

Bass World Lodge & Marina 209 Browns Fish Camp Rd Georgetown, FL 32139 (386) 467-2267

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

Georgetown Marina & Lodge 1533 Hwy 309 Georgetown, FL 32139 (386) 467-2002

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

FITNESS CENTERS Putnam Health & Fitness Center 213 Perry St Pomona Park, FL 32181 (386) 649-8784

FLORISTS Flowers by Melanie, Inc. 102 Oakland Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-5559 Ralph’s House of Flowers 605 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4734

FUNERAL HOMES Flagg Serenity Memorial Chapel 2400 Madison St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-0444 Johnson-Overturf Funeral Homes 1230 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-3360

Farmers Home Furniture 419 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4638 McKinnon Home Furnishings 237 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8880

GARBAGE COLLECTION Waste Pro of Florida 170 County Landfill Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5445

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

GENERAL CONTRACTORS Jerry Hafner, General Contractor 122 Hilty Lane East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 983-2166

Destination Putnam

CATEGORICAL MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

Riverside Builders of Putnam County 511 W. Towles Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 937-7248

Putnam County Clerk of Courts 410 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-7600

The Mathe Corporation 106 Mathe Ave Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-2471

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

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

GOLF COURSE / COUNTRY CLUB The Oaks Golf Club 1264 Hwy 309 Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 467-2512

GOVERNMENT AGENCIES Congressman Ted Yoho 5000 NW 27th Court, Ste A Gainesville, FL 32606 (352) 505-0838 NE Florida Regional Council 100 Festival Park Ave Jacksonville, FL 32202 (904) 279-0880 State Representative Bobby Payne 3841 Reid St, Ste 5 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-2272

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

Destination Putnam

Putnam County Government 2509 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0307 Putnam County Property Appraiser 312 Oak St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0286 Putnam County Sheriff’s Office 130 Orie Griffin Blvd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0800 Putnam County Supervisor of Elections 2509 Crill Ave, Ste 900 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0408 Putnam County Tax Collector 312 Oak St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-0282 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

GROCERY STORE Hitchcock’s Markets 1114 Hwy 20 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-6514

Hitchcock’s Markets 9 Eastgate Square East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-1494

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

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

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

HEALTH CARE SERVICES Azalea Health 613 St Johns Ave, Ste 300 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0108 Kindred Home Health Care 205 Zeagler Dr, Ste 401 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-0202 Putnam County Dept of Health 2801 Kennedy St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-3200

HEARING AIDS Florida Medical Hearing Centers 306 Reid Street Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 530-2528

HEAVY EQUIPMENT CONTRACTORS W.W. Gay Mechanical Contractor, Inc. 524 Stockton St Jacksonville, FL 32204 (904) 388-2696

HOME HEALTH CARE Brooks Americare Home Health 3424 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4567

Mederi CareTenders 6719 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3555

Nurse On-Call 3630 SW 47th Ave Gainesville, FL 32608 (352) 395-6424 SunCrest Omni Home Health 3900 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-0646

HOSPICE CARE Community Hospice & Palliative Care 4266 Sunbeam Rd Jacksonville, FL 32257 (352) 727-2398 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, Inc. 400 Health Park Blvd St. Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 819-4400 Putnam Community Medical Center 611 Zeagler Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5711

INCOME TAX & BOOKKEEPING SERVICE Income Tax Service 301 S. Palm Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8854

INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTORS Neuco Distributors, LLC 1214 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1257

CATEGORICAL MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

INSURANCE AGENCIES

LAUNDROMAT

LODGE / MOTEL / HOTEL

Aron Livingston Agency New York Life 222 N. 3rd St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-9030

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

The Bartram Inn Bed & Breakfast 116 Kirkland St Palatka, FL 32177 (352) 359-0623

Bates, Hewett & Floyd Insurance 3400 Crill Ave, Suite 2 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1100 Direct Auto Insurance 3902 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-1547 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 (386) 325-9468 Meade Insurance Agency, Inc. 307 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8627 Reiter Insurance Agency, Inc. 926 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2400 Susan G. Helwig, Insurance Agency 836 S. Moody Rd, Suite 1 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-1002

INTERIOR DECORATING Joyce Herb, LLC 100 Lodge Pole Circle Georgetown, FL 32139 (772) 214-2294

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

LAUNDRY SERVICE UniFirst Corporation 317 NE 2nd St Ocala, FL 34470 (352) 629-7141

LAWN EQUIPMENT SALES & SERVICE

Best Western Inn of Palatka 119 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-7800 Crystal Cove Resort & Marina 133 Crystal Cove Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-1055

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

Grand Gables Inn Bed & Breakfast 603 Emmett St Palatka, FL 32177 (831) 915-4278

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

Hampton Inn - Palatka 100 Memorial Pkwy Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 530-2420

LAWN MAINTENANCE

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 3813 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2500

Eddieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lawn Services 128 Grassy Lane Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-4040

LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS & SUPPLIES Country Feed & General Store 2420 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6047 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 The Floridian Sports Club 122 Floridian Club Rd Welaka, FL 32193 (386) 467-2181

Lake View Motel 1004 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1090 Quality Inn & Suites Riverfront 201 N. 1st St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3481 Renegades on the River 1171 Hwy 309 Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 524-4179 Sleep Inn & Suites 3805 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-8889

LOUNGE / PACKAGE GOODS Cheyenne Saloon, Inc 337 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-9216

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

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

MANUFACTURING CONCRETE PRESSURE PIPE Thompson Pipe Group Pressure 245 Comfort Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8841

MANUFACTURING - PAPER PRODUCTS Georgia-Pacific - Palatka Chip Mill P.O. Box 1458 Palatka, FL 32178 (386) 328-8826 Georgia-Pacific - Palatka Operations 215 County Rd 216 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2001

MANUFACTURING - TRUSS SYSTEMS True House, Inc. 105 Denver Road Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 325-9085

MARINA Acosta Creek Marina 124 Acosta Creek Dr Satsuma, FL 32189 (386) 467-2229 The Boathouse Marina 329 River St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2944 Crystal Cove Resort & Marina 133 Crystal Cove Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-1055

Destination Putnam

CATEGORICAL MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

MARINE CONSTRUCTION

NEWSPAPERS

Eco Marine Contractor, LLC P.O. Box 487 San Mateo, FL 32187 (352) 454-7915

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

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

MARKETING & PROMOTIONS Katartizo Collective, LLC 170 W. Dogwood Rd Florahome, FL 32140 352-328-1216 Prestige Social Marketing 131 Cinnamon Dr Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 916-3700

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

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

MATTRESSES / BEDDING

OFFICE FURNITURE SALES

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

Wattles Business Solutions 110 S. 2nd St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4323

MEAT MARKET / PACKERS Abe’s Finest Meats, LLC 1122 Bronson St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5157

METAL FABRICATORS

OFFICE SUPPLIES & FURNITURE King’s Office Supply & Printing Co. 306 Central Ave Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1121

First Coast Metal Roofing Supply 186 Hwy 207 East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-0242

Staples -- Store #1056 327 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-1831

MILITARY RECRUITERS

PAINTING & SUPPLIES

U.S. Army Recruiter - Palatka Station 400 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-8833

Massey III Painting 1661 Baden Powell Rd Hawthorne, FL 32640 (386) 328-7782

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

Crescent City Kennel, Inc. 1952 Hwy 17 South Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2777

PARTY RENTALS

PETROLEUM DISTRIBUTOR – WHOLESALE

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

Port Consolidated, Inc. 102 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2064

United Rent-All of NE Florida, Inc. 4743 Blanding Blvd Jacksonville, FL 32210 (904) 771-3300

PHARMACY & MEDICAL SUPPLIES

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

PEST CONTROL SERVICES Crescent Termite & Pest Control, Inc 241 S. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2847 Florida Pest Control & Chemical Co. 2405 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (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 Canine Companions Dog Training, LLC 120 Carraway Court Palatka, FL 32177 386 325-3378

A-1 Pharmacy 815-3 S. Moody Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-3987

PHYSICAL & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Kennedy Rehab & Skilled Therapy Services 3603 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-1001

PHYSICIANS – CARDIOVASCULAR First Coast Cardiovascular Institute 205 Zeagler Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2836

PHYSICIANS – CHIROPRACTOR Monahan Chiropractic 905 St Johns Ave Palakta, FL 32177 (386) 328-2710

PHYSICIANS – GENERAL Express Family Care, LLC 300 S. Main St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1221 Flagler Multi-Specialty Care Center 400 Health Park Blvd St. Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 819-4431

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Island Doctors 199 Hwy 17 South, Suite A East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 312-0250 Sunrise Primary Care 101 Eucalyptus Ave Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2279

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, Inc. 2504 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5141

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

PHYSICIANS – PODIATRY Richard Jason, D.P.M. 3600 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7541

PHYSICIANS - URGENT CARE Express Family Care, LLC 6500 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-0575 St Johns Urgent / Putnam Family Care 6101 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-1225

PLASTICS FABRICATORS

Plastic Masters International, Inc. 327 Hwy 207 East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 312-9775

PLUMBING & SEPTIC SERVICES Bellamy Plumbing, Inc. 6695 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2172 Florida Septic, Inc. 5757 SE 211th St Hawthorne, FL 32640 (352) 481-2455

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 (386) 328-6454

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

PUBLIC RELATIONS Katartizo Collective, LLC 170 W. Dogwood Rd Florahome, FL 32140 352-328-1216

PULPWOOD & TIMBER CONTRACTORS Cremer Wood, Inc. 2508 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7326

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

RADIO STATIONS 91.3 HOPE fm 3419 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3334 Natkim Radio -- WIYD / WPLK / WAVE 1428 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5800

REAL ESTATE – COMMERCIAL Coldwell Banker Commercial/ Ben Bates Ben Bates 3400 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6716 Coldwell Banker Commercial/ Ben Bates Marc Spalding 3400 Crill Ave, Suite 1 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6716

REAL ESTATE – GENERAL Century 21 Triton Realty Cassandra Browning-Nettles 611 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2100 Century 21 Triton Realty Barbara Scholl 611 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32177 (386) 698-2100 Coldwell Banker / Ben Bates, Inc. Nancy Jones 315 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-2313

Coldwell Banker / Ben Bates, Inc. Ben Bates 3400 Crill Ave, Suite 1 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6716 Coldwell Banker / Ben Bates, Inc. Erin Fortner 3400 Crill Ave, Suite 1 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 937-0054 Modern Realty of Putnam, Inc. Larissa Ricketts 881 Hwy 20, Suite 3 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 684-0930 Modern Realty of Putnam, Inc. Tommy King 881 Hwy 20, Suite 3 Interlachen, FL 32148 (386) 546-1152 Roland Pacetti Realty, Inc. Roland Pacetti 208 N. 6th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5569 Roland Pacetti Realty, Inc. Taylor Douglas 208 N. 6th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5569 St Johns Realty & Management Amy Heath 220 N. Summit St Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 698-1000

Susanne Paper - Exit Realty Producers 229 Lake Ida Point Dr Interlachen, FL 32148 (301) 806-8935 Watson Realty Corp. Tina Arant 203 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-9888

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REAL ESTATE DEVELOPERS

Riverfront Development Group 124 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (561) 441-5535 WTRP 205 Zeagler Dr, Suite 303 Palatka, FL 32177 (904) 886-9006

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES The Oaks Golf Club 1264 Hwy 309 Crescent City, FL 32112 (386) 467-2512

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 C.P. Deli & More, Inc. 3707 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-3405 Chili’s Grill & Bar 1004 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 386-328-4646 Corky Bell’s Seafood of Palatka, Inc. 185 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 325-1094 Dairy Queen of Palatka, Inc. 822 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2677

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

Zaxby’s of Palatka 423 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3495

Mariachiles Mexican Grill 318 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 530-2114

RETAIL STORES

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, Inc. 804 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8558 Papa John’s Pizza #3622 1608 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7277 Shrimp-R-Us & More 765 3rd Ave Welaka, FL 32193 (386) 467-7111

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 Sonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q 425 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4655

St Johns Cafe & Bound For Glory Bookstore 621 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 386 328-4109

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

Family Shoe Store 711 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-7847

Blue Sky Roofing of North Florida, LLC 196 W. River Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4233

Home Depot, Store #8531 417 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5857

Hamby Construction & Roofing, Inc. 112 Lake Broward Lane Pomona Park, FL 32181 (386) 649-9231

Lowe’s 500 Hwy 19 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-5340

Hawkins Roofing, Inc. 112 Cereus Lane St Augustine, FL 32086 (386) 937-1634

McKinnon Home Furnishings 237 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8880 St Johns Cafe & Bound For Glory Bookstore 621 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 386 328-4109 Treasure Fine Jewelers 157 Town & Country Dr Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-3222

Walmart Supercenter #551 1024 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-6733

Neal Strickland Roofing, Inc. 153 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32121 (386) 328-5509

RV PARK / CAMPGROUND San Mateo Estates RV & Mobile Home Park 471 San Mateo Rd San Mateo, FL 32187 (386) 328-4866 St Johns Campground 436 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-4470

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

RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

SAND MINING

River Villas 55+ Community 239 E. Buffalo Bluff Dr Satsuma, FL 32189 (386) 649-4001

Vulcan Materials - Smith Division 1451 State Road 100 Melrose, FL 32666 (386) 659-2477

Villa Farms Luxury Community 7300 Crill Ave, # 65 Palatka, FL 32177-9206 (386) 325-0055

Vulcan Materials - South Division 400 Keuka Rd Edgar, FL 32149 (386) 684-2441

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

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SHAVED ICE / ICE CREAM VENDOR Kona Ice of So. St Augustine 108 Moultrie Crossing Lane St Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 829-7291

SOLAR CONTRACTORS All American Solar, LLC 1060-A E. Industrial Dr Orange City, FL 32763 (386) 218-6930

STAFFING SERVICES Spherion Staffing 2820 Hwy 1 South, Ste D St Augustine, FL 32086 (904) 808-1500

SHIPBUILDING

STEEL FABRICATION

Newcastle Shipyards, LLC 195 Comfort Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 312-0000

Veritas Steel, LLC 211 Comfort Rd Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4683

SHIPPING SERVICES City Shippers 1608 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-5942

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

Palatka Marketplace 805-901 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (727) 449-2020 Q.I.R. Investments 625 Hwy 100 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 329-4000

SIGNS - SALES & SERVICE deSigns 1309 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2166 Guiding Light Creations 107 Navajo St Satsuma, FL 32189 (386) 649-9504

STORAGE FACILITIES Champion Self Storage 4001 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-2046 Discount Mini Storage of St Johns 790 Hwy 207 East Palatka, FL 32131 (904) 692-2250 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 1400 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1200

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

Cricket Wireless 300 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 385-3287

T-Mobile 111 Hwy 19 South Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-2554

THEATER COMPANY River City Players 216 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (904) 377-5044

TITLE SERVICES Guaranty Title Company 213 N. 4th St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 325-4576

TROPHIES & PLAQUES Guiding Light Creations 107 Navajo St Satsuma, FL 32189 (386) 649-9504 Sunshine Trophies & Awards 239 Hwy 17 North Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-4989

TWO-WAY RADIO SALES & SERVICE Hasty’s Communications of Florida, Inc. 6609 Commonwealth Ave Jacksonville, FL 32254 (904) 783-0130 VACATION RENTALS

Gullett Title, Inc. 401 St. Johns Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-5106

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

TOURISM / VISITOR INFORMATION

VETERINARIANS

Putnam County Chamber of Commerce 1100 Reid St Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-1503

TOURS Air Florida Helicopter Charters Inc. 4015 Reid Street Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 328-8674

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

Animal Health Center 354 Hwy 17 South East Palatka, FL 32131 (386) 328-0327 Animal Medical Clinic 3301 Crill Ave Palatka, FL 32177 (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

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ADVERTISER INDEX HOW IS THIS GUIDE DISTRIBUTED? Visitors and newcomers freq uently call the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce for information before they plan a visit. The Chamber’ s Tourism Department fulfills these information requests and sends this guide to visitors across the US, Canada & Europe. Putnam County Chamber of Commerce Hotels, Motels, Campgrounds, Resorts Community Centers Government Offices Libraries Visitor Centers Real Estate Offices

Edith Aldrich State Farm Insurance Animal Health Center Artic Air - Air Conditioning & Heating Azalea Health Barrington Apartments Bates Hewett & Floyd Insurance Agency Beck Auto Group Beef O’Brady’s Bradley’s Steak & Seafood Cancer Center of Putnam CareerSource Northeast Florida Champion Self Storage City of Crescent City City of Palatka Coldwell Banker Ben Bates, Inc. Dairy Queen Discount Mini Storage Douglas Hedstrom, P.A. Factory Direct Bedding Farm Bureau Insurance First Coast Cardiovascular Institute First Coast Community Credit Union Flagg Serenity Memorial Chapel Flagler Hospital St. Augustine Susan Helwig State Farm Insurance Hitchcock’s Markets Holiday Inn Express Island Doctors Johnson-Overturf Funeral Homes & Crematory Lightfoot Fire Extinguisher Service Inc. Aron Livingston Financial Advisor Mathews Moving & Storage 98

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Masters Funeral Homes & Crematory 43 Musselwhite’s Seafood & Grill 24 P & F Mini Storage 24 Palatka Daily News 99 Patricia Banks Accounting 28 Parker House Liquor Store & Lounge 16 Peninsular Auto Parts - Napa 16 Robert Perry P.A. 28 Putnam Community Medical Center 50-51 Putnam County BOCC 07 Putnam County Florida Department of Health 21 Putnam County Clerk of Courts - Tim Smith 55 Putnam County Property Appraiser - Tim Parker 43 Putnam County School District 02 Putnam County Sheriff’s Office 33 Putnam County Tax Collector- Linda Myers 59 Putnam Surgical Group 39 R & J Power Equipment 65 Seminole Electric Cooperative, Inc. 61 Sentry Termite and Pest Control, Inc. 20 St. Johns Asset Management 41 St. Johns River State College 61 Sunshine Cleaning Service 19 Supervisor of Elections - Charles L. Overturf III 65 The Boathouse Marina 41 Town of Interlachen 19 Town of Pomona Park 28 Villa Farms 47 Vintage Care Senior Living 53 Vystar Credit Union 37 Watson Realty 27

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