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When Pasco County spends money from its Jobs and Economic Opportunity Trust Fund, it’s getting a healthy return on investment, according to David Engle, manager of the Pasco County Office of Economic Growth. Engle recently gave the Pasco County Commission an update on the county’s pri-

mary incentive programs. Between 2015 and 2025, the county expects to collect $60 million for its Jobs and Economic Opportunity Trust Fund, through its Penny for Pasco tax revenues.Those projections are based on a 3.5 percent annual increase, Engle said. So far, the county has spent $22 million of those funds — on a variety of programs aimed at boosting job opportunities and increasing the county’s economy.

Programs include job skills programs and incentives for targeted industries that are investing in Pasco County and expanding the number of jobs in Pasco. Industries that have received incentives include Touchpoint,Welbilt, Mettler Toledo and others, Engle said. Job skills programs include AmSkills, the Pasco-Hernando Work Force Board and variSee INCENTIVES, page 19A

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Pasco County Administrator Michele Baker expects to be very busy over the next year and a half. She’ll be crossing off a to-do list, one by one, before leaving in 2017 to go on a lengthy road trip with her husband. The couple will hit the road with their recreational vehicle and their motorcycles, on a tour of as many baseball parks and national parks as they can squeeze into a year. “That’s been our dream,” Baker said, so letting her contract lapse in July 2017 makes sense. But, don’t expect a lame duck administrator. “There’s no kicking back here,” Baker said.“This isn’t me slowing down. ” Baker has told Pasco County commissioners she won’t seek renewal of her current two-year contract, which makes her

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last day July 9, 2017. the jail and construction of new fire stations By then, Baker will • Relocating have worked 35 years central Pasco more government offices to in public service, 24 Baker also plans to fill vacancies for a of those years with few key leadership positions that remain, Pasco County. cluding an assistant county administrator infor Her to-do list, in public safety and administration. short form, includes: Progress has been made, Baker said, but • Completing mas- government services still could be more ter plans and updates customer-friendly. for storm water, solid A culture that was decades in the waste and tourism making is being changed, she said.“You don’t • Funding and building a diverging get to dia- turn a canoe.You’re turning mond road design to ease traffic congestion a ship.” Public service wasn’t Baker’s first at State Road 56 and Interstate 75 career choice. • Completing the State Road 56 extenOver the years she worked sion as a waitress, • Nurturing SunWest Park, the county’s flight attendant and a theater manager. She also served in the U.S.Air Force Reserve. fledgling aqua park Her undergraduate degree was in • Replacing and repairing aging busiinfra- ness administration. structure and roads damaged by the It wasn’t until she accepted a secretarial summer flooding • Making progress on the expansion of See RETIRE, page 11A Michele Baker

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Dade City established as butterfly sanctuary By Brian Fernandes bfernandes@lakerlutznews.com

Dade City has been inducted as a Monarch City USA – pledging to help preserve the monarch butterfly population. In March, the city joined the ranks of four other Florida municipalities in addressing the plight facing these endangered insects. The idea of seeking the designation was initiated by the Dade City Garden Club. After the scarcity of the butterfly species became a topic of discussion at a board meeting last year, club members felt compelled to take action. “When we did our research and saw the numbers drastically declining, that was alarming,” said Joan Hepscher, a club member. They studied the guidelines of the Monarch City USA organization during meetings in 2018, and earlier this year the club approached a longtime supporter of theirs for help – Dade City Mayor Camille Hernandez. She was instantly on board in helping to move the project forward. “I have come to know and respect the garden club,” Hernandez said. “My line is: ‘How can I help you?’” The mayor then brought up the issue as See BUTTERFLY, page 19A

As Pasco County’s rapid growth continues, County Administrator Dan Biles said his team continues to focus on the county’s mission. Stated simply, it’s this:“Serving our community to create a better future.” Biles loves the clarity and simplicity of the statement. “How many governments have a mission statement that is eight words?” the administrator asked, during a recent luncheon meeting of the North Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce. The mission statement lacks the bureaucratic gobbledygook often found in mission statements. It doesn’t even mention the word government. But, Biles said that every member of his 2,500-member team knows that they play a role in pursuing that mission, and he noted that internal studies reveal that employee engagement continues to increase. “I tell my team,‘You come to work every day with the ability to go home, knowing you’ve improved somebody’s life. It doesn’t matter if you work in purchasing, and you happen to be purchasing the water valves for the water department — making sure we have clean water to go to our customers; or you work in community services and you’re working with the homeless to help the people in the county who have fallen on hard times. “Everybody in the county has the ability to do (improve lives) that,” Biles said. The county is a big operation, with a budget of more than $1 billion and 60 departments and divisions. And, it’s easy to see — with new development popping up along the State Road 54/State Road 56 corridor, that the county continues to grow, the administrator added. Pasco issued 50,000 permits last year, according to county records. That included permits for simple things, like water heaters, he said. But, it also included 3,600 single-family home permits last year. Biles expects the growth to continue, and he expects the county’s population to approach 560,000, when the population is

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Pasco County Administrator Dan Biles said if the county was a city, it would rank between Tucson, Arizona, and Fresno, California in terms of population. It ranks 12th in population, among Florida’s 67 counties, he said.

counted in the U.S. Census in 2020. “If you look at growth trends in Florida, just among the 67 counties, there’s about 18 counties driving all of the growth in Florida,” Biles said, including Pasco County. “For comparison purposes, if we were a city, we would rank between Tucson, Arizona, and Fresno, California,” he said, adding that it’s Florida 12th most populous county. In terms of land mass, the area west of Little Road to the coast is actually larger than the city of Seattle, Biles added. As the population increases, county services must increase, too, Biles noted. “We will probably, in the next couple of years, have the second-largest fire department in the region. We’re at about 630 firefighters and administrative staff in 24 stations, and we’re adding five stations,” he said. Those stations are being financed through a bond issue overwhelmingly approved by voters last November.Voters also agreed to general obligation bonds to upgrade libraries, expand the county’s jail and enhance county parks. Biles said his job is to guide the county See SERVICE, page 19A

MPO board meeting addresses possible taxes By Brian Fernandes bfernandes@lakerlutznews.com

The Pasco County Metropolitan Planning Organization board addressed three key topics during its April 11 session. Those items were: • The Tampa Bay Resiliency Study • Future transportation funding, through a proposed transportation surtax • A requested extension on a project related to the MPO’s long-range plan John Villeneuve, director of the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), briefed the board on Pasco County’s efforts to prepare for severe weather conditions. The county’s MPO has been collaborating with the MPO’s Hillsborough and Pinellas branches to comprise a variation of studies. These studies are for the Resilient Tampa Bay:Transportation Pilot Project. “What we’re trying to do is determine with the threat of potential sea level rises, if we have any kind of significant flooding due to rain or hurricanes,”Villeneuve said. The study will help pinpoint locations where infrastructure could be strengthened to withstand natural disasters. State Road 54 and U.S. 19 will be closely

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John Villeneuve, director of the Metropolitan Planning Organization, briefed board members on a resiliency study to better protect infrastructure during natural disasters.

examined during this study. Villeneuve’s presentation was informational in nature and no board action was required. Under its 2045 Long Range Transportation Plan, the MPO also proposed several options in raising Pasco County’s transportation revenue. It factors in the current Penny for Pasco initiative – a one-penny surtax from every dollar collected in sales. The referendum initially passed in 2004

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and will discontinue at the end of 2024. Wally Blain, a senior project manager who works in conjunction with the MPO, detailed five possible scenarios: • Penny for Pasco continues through 2045, thus excluding a transportation surtax • Penny for Pasco ends in 2034, introducing a half-penny transportation surtax in 2035 • Penny for Pasco ends in 2024, introducing a half-penny transportation surtax in 2025 • Penny for Pasco ends in 2034, introducing a one-penny transportation surtax in 2035 • Penny for Pasco ends in 2024, introducing a one-penny transportation surtax in 2025 Currently, Penny for Pasco allocates 45 percent of collected funds to the Pasco County Commission, another 45 percent to the Pasco County School System and 10 percent to municipalities within Pasco County. Of the county’s 45 percent share, 18 percent goes toward transportation development. The MPO is most interested in the fifth option, Blain said, because it draws in the most

revenue in 20 years — topping $3.2 billion. However, state legislators in Tallahassee could change how taxes on the local level are implemented. “There’s some new legislation that’s pending right now that would look at changing the requirements of passing any new local sales tax,” Blain explained. Some board members expressed skepticism. “Are we suggesting that the school district doesn’t need any money?” asked Commissioner Kathryn Starkey. Starkey stated that modifying surtax distribution might be possible, but that devoting all surtax money to transportation does not seem feasible. In response, Blain noted that under Option 5, a charter county surtax separate from Penny for Pasco, would be solely for transportation. He also said that the current 18 percent put toward transportation could then, in the future, be used to fund other agendas. Blain said he would return to the board with a more “prioritized list of needs” to get the proposal in motion. Also on the agenda was the MPO’s request for a time extension on a New Vision model project related to its Long Range Transportation Plan. The $25,000 project is designed to forecast Pasco County’s travel demand, address the need for right of way, and determine how many lanes may be needed for the Vision roadway network. The MPO asked for a six-month extension leading into October 2019 and the board passed the proposal unanimously. The board met at the Pasco County Historic Courthouse in Dade City.

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Offering ways to better manage money was the central theme of Pasco County Schools’ Financial Literacy Expo, held at Wesley Chapel High School. Representatives from various organizations and companies came together to inform students and adults, alike, on how to prioritize their expenses. The Wesley Chapel High session was on April 4.A previous session had been held on April 1 at Marchman Technical College in New Port Richey. The informative sessions were timed to coincide with Financial Literacy Month, which is celebrated nationwide in April. “This was in response to our parent and community feedback to our survey last year,” explained Tina Stavrou, a senior instructional specialist for Pasco County Schools. “They felt that our students walk out of the (school) system being financially illiterate.” The University of South Florida – specifically its Muma College of Business, was one of the organizations present at the event. Amanda Houston, admissions recruiter/advisor, was at the institution’s booth — fielding questions. She said funding for college tends to be the most common question among parents and students. In addition to the information she could share at the financial literacy event, she also recommends seeking additional information at the university. “We have a wonderful financial aid office available every day,” Houston said. The office informs students of the various scholarships USF offers and is open to outside financial aid as well. Although the school has a work study program to help offset expenses, students are encouraged to seek out assistance from different programs. “Florida Prepaid is a huge help with a lot of students,” Houston said. The statewide program invests funds toward future tuition by installment plans. While it takes money to enter college, once there, business students at USF are taught how to build their wealth and main-

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The Financial Literacy Expo gave high school students and adults the opportunity to gather information to increase their knowledge about financial issues. The April 4 event was held in the Wesley Chapel High School cafeteria with a host of booths representing various institutions.

tain it. Depending on their major, students may learn about estate and retirement planning, or from a corporate stance – assets and equity. For students who are not business majors getting in-class guidance, there is the Bull2Bull program. This program recruits those like Linda Higgs to help fellow students to become aware of financial opportunities and to come up with ideas to manage their money. “They (students) really want to learn how to manage their money, it’s just hard in college,” Higgs said. In her experience helping peers, she found that students are open to the idea of investing to build a better future. Coaching sessions are also offered to educate students on business jargon and direct them to the best sources for investing their money. Across the cafeteria, Shirin Khorsandian stood behind the State Farm Insurance booth. She noted that the company not only covers vehicles and homes, but health, banking and credit cards. “We also have investment planning services we help small business owners with, and individuals,” the representative explained. State Farm also addresses the risks associ-

ated with owning property – including a home. For instance, homeowners are advised on what steps to take in order to hold onto their home in the case they lose their job. Khorsandian also noted there’s a trend among younger generations to be less inclined to get a driver’s license, because of the growing popularity of Lyft and Uber. Even with this in mind, State Farm emphasizes the importance of safe driving for teens. “The reality is that it’s a huge financial risk that their parents are giving them, when handing over the keys,” she said. The insurance company will sit down one-on-one with young drivers to educate them on what to do in certain scenarios. Luigi Danielu, a senior from Wiregrass Ranch High School, was at the forum to soak whatever knowledge he could. He said that he often thinks about properly managing money. “I’ve researched about how to build good credit, and I think that’s important for a lot of young people,” Danielu stated. The expo came at a great time for the 18year-old, as he just started his own business earlier this year – Partum Digital. This online marketing company assists clients with the use of Facebook, Instagram and Google.

Danielu stated that social media has been a huge advancement for his company. “We’re in the information age now,” he said. “You can almost create anything you want online.” While he said that the expo was a learning experience for him, he would like other youth to take advantage of these events, becoming more educated than previous generations. This sentiment was echoed by Michael Zmistowski who said he sees the importance of having high school courses geared toward managing finances. Zmistowski is an advisor at the Financial Planning Association of Tampa Bay. In the building adjacent to the cafeteria, he was one of multiple speakers holding seminars in classrooms. In his class, the advisor spoke on what he said are the top three worries surrounding retirement: outliving your assets, making a reliable income and a potential stock market crash. His solution to these concerns was summed up with one response. “The answer that I give to all of them is to create a purposeful spending plan,” Zmistowski explained. He advised that in order to save, people must look at their reasons for saving, whether it’s for their kids’ education or their own retirement. Also, unforeseen events, such as the loss of a spouse, need to be factored in, and most importantly, it should all be written down. He addressed those who live paycheck to paycheck, finding it hard to save any money at all. “Make a list of those things that you spend money on that are essential and those things that are discretionary,” the advisor encouraged. Using food as an example, he stated that while this is an essential need, people can be conscious about how much they spend and how often they go out to eat. Finding ways to cut back, even on the necessities, can result in small savings, he said. With advice and support from institutions like this, Stavrou hopes that this will become an annual event for Pasco County schools.

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Pasco County Libraries is re-imagining its seven branches and is asking for the public’s input.A Community Listening Session will take place April 25 at 6:30 p.m., at the New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel, as the design phase of library remodeling work gets underway. For information, visit PascoLibraries.org.

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Afford-a-Brew, 4022 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., will offer a beginner homebrewing class on April 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., for anyone curious about the hobby or just learning how to brew beer at home.There will be free donuts and bagels, and cold brew coffee available for purchase.The cost is $15.Tickets can be purchased online at AffordABrew.com.

BLOCK PRINTING

The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel, will offer a Styrofoam block printing class for teens on April 25 at 4 p.m. Participants can make a Styrofoam stamp. For information, call (813) 7886375.

SEUSSICAL JR.

The Straz Center’s Patel Conservatory will present “Seussical Jr.,”April 25 to April 28, in the TECO Theater. Conservatory students in grades five through eight will perform on Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m.; Saturday at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.; and Sunday at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.There also will be a sensory-friendly performance on April 27 at 1 p.m.Tickets are $15 and can be purchased by calling (813) 229-7827, in person at the Straz Center Ticket Office, or online at StrazCenter.org.

STRING ART

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host a string art class, for ages 18 and older,April 25 from 10 a.m. to noon. The workshop will focus on stringing a mason jar design. Holes will be predrilled into the wood, and participants will hammer in the nails and do the stringing. All supplies will be provided. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

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Earth Day event Pasco County’s 24th annual Earth Day Celebration will take place April 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Crews Lake Wilderness Park, 16739 Crews Lake Drive in Spring Hill. There will be a Florida-native plant sale, upcycle vendors, a ladybug release, children’s crafts, and educational displays. Presentations will include Woodland Hills Birds of Prey and a chance to meet Spike, a 10-foot alligator from Croc Encounters. On-site recycling and waste disposal opportunities will include: • Household hazardous waste collection • Electronics recycling (two free TVs; additional TVs $7) • Medication take-back program (expired or unwanted medication disposal) • Document shredding by Shred 360 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (limit three boxes/bags per person) • Mercury disposal (bring old thermometers/thermostats and get a $5 gift card) UF/IFAS Pasco County Cooperative Extension Service also will offer two workshops: Rainwater Harvesting at 10 a.m., and Composting at 1 p.m. Seating is limited and preregistration is required at bit.ly/EarthDayWorkshops.

There also will be live music, a screening of the documentary “Cowboys and Scientists,” and Nina’s Cucina Wood Fire Pizza on site. Guests can bring lawn chairs, blankets, a picnic and BYOB. For information, all (813) 929-2760.

The Zephyrhills Public Library, 5347 Eighth St., will offer the AARP Smart Driver course on April 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.There are no tests and participants could receive an insurance discount.The workshop fee is $15 for AARP members and $20 for nonmembers.To register, call Bev Cogdill at (813) 907-3908.

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Land O’ Lakes AARP Chapter No. 4764 will meet April 26 at 10:30 a.m., at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd.The guest speaker will be attorney Michelangelo Mortellaro on the topic of Elder Law. For information, email tata101@tampabay.rr.com.

The Bay City Flyers model airplane club will host a radio-controlled model airplane event April 26 and April 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 22500 State Road 52 in Land O’ Lakes.There will be scale replica models from World War I.There also will be a Fun Fly for all ages on Saturday, featuring handthrown gliders, with prizes. For information, visit BayCityFlyers.org, or call Jim Slaughter at (813) 966-7529.

ARBOR DAY

The City of San Antonio will celebrate Arbor Day on April 26 with a presentation in City Hall, 32819 Pennsylvania Ave., at 10:30 a.m.There will be guest speakers and a tree planting ceremony near the Welcome Sign on College Avenue. For information, call Marissa Morales at (352) 588-2127.

DE-STRESS WITH GAMES

The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel, will offer “Mindful Moments”April 26 at 11 a.m., for anyone that wants to de-stress through brain games, puzzles and coloring. For information, call (813) 788-6375.

LECTURE ON THE LAWN

Pasco County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources will host a Lecture on the Lawn, “Florida Cattle Ranching: Five Centuries of Traditions,”April 26 from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., at Starkey Ranch District Park, 11880 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa.The guest speaker will be Laura Bennett, UF/IFAS multi-county livestock extension agent.

The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will offer a basic survival sewing class April 26 from 10 a.m. to noon. Sewing machines and materials will be available. Registration is required by calling (352) 567-3576.

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DECORATIVE MUGS

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer a class on decorative mugs on April 27 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., for ages 11 to 18. Using various techniques and materials, participants can decorate and craft a basic white mug.All materials will be provided.A Foundry waiver and safety forms are required. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

LIBRARY ASTRONOMY

The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel, will host an astronomy session April 27 at 4 p.m. Local astronomers will bring telescopes and share the wonders of sun spots. For information, call (813) 788-6375.

FILM IN THE PARK

Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park, 10500 Wilderness Park Blvd., in New Port Richey, will host “Wildlife Film in the Park” on April 27 at 8:15 p.m. Guests can view a portion of a National Geographic film with footage of natural areas and wildlife. Bring chairs or blankets, snacks and nonalcoholic beverages.Admission is free.All ages can attend. No pets. For information, contact Rick Buckman at (727) 834-3247 or fbuckman@pascocountyfl.net.

POTHOLDER CLASS

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer a class on sewing potholders on April 27 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., for ages 9 and older.All materials will be provided. Registration, a Foundry waiver and safety forms are required. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

SATURDAY IN THE SQUARE

Main Street Zephyrhills will present “Saturday in the Square”April 27 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., in historic downtown Zephyrhills.There will be local craft food and beverages, and live music by The Shane Forrester Band. Guests can bring chairs.Admission is free. For information, visit MainStreetZepyrhills.org.

CHARITY DINNER

The fifth annual Sean Bartell Memorial Foundation Pasta Dinner Fundraiser will take place April 27 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Trinity Church of Wesley Chapel, 33425 State Road 54. Dessert also will be served.Tickets are $15 for adults, and $8 for kids ages 5 to 11. Children age 4 and younger are free.Tickets are available online at SeanBartell.org, or at the door. The donation is tax deductible. For information, call (813) 416-9238.

COMPOSTING 101

Shell’s Feed & Garden Supply, 9513 N. Nebraska Ave., will host “Composting 101” on April 27 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.The guest speaker will be Amanda Streets, of Pinellas Community Composting Alliance, on the topic of the best and fastest way to make composted soil out of home paper and food waste.The cost is $10. For information, visit ShellsFeed.com and click on Learning Center at the top of the page.

TASTE OF PASCO

The Taste of Pasco will take place April 27 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., at The Concourse of Safety Town, 15362 Alric Pottberg Road in Shady Hills, to benefit A.F.I.R.E. of Pasco County and Sunrise of Pasco County. There will be bite-size samples from more than 30 local restaurants, wine and beer available for purchase, entertainment and children’s activities.The cost is $25 in advance and $35 at the door. Children age

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Live Oak Theatre will host its first yard sale and vendor fair on April 27 from 8 a.m. to noon, at the Carol & Frank Morsani Center for the Arts, 21030 Cortez Blvd., in Brooksville. Proceeds from the event will be used to help fund the Live Oak Conservatory Scholarship Fund and various programs through the Live Oak Theatre Company. For information, email KelliSAlexander@yahoo.com.

SPRING SHOP FEST

Two Sisters DIY Workshop, 2020 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., will host a Spring Shop Fest on April 28 from noon to 6 p.m.There will be local artisans, free bunny pictures, and mini sign painting available for $10. For information, call (813) 586-3521.

SPRING CONCERT

The choir from Saint Mark The Evangelist Catholic Church will present a spring concert April 28 at 2 p.m., at Holy Name Monastery, 12138 Wichers Road in St. Leo. There will be a reception after the concert. Donations will be accepted.

FUN WITH ART

Members of the Zephyrhills Art Club will meet April 30 from 10 a.m. to noon, at the Zephyrhills Public Library, 5347 Eighth St. Participants can take part in a painting or drawing session, and bring their own project and supplies. For information, call the library at (813) 780-0064.

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay will host an orientation and training session April 30 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Wesley Chapel Honda, 27750 Wesley Chapel Blvd., for anyone interested in becoming a mentor/volunteer. For information, contact Deb Kristol-Irwin at (813) 997-6881 or DebK@bbbstampabay.org.

AROUND THE WORLD

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer “Around the World: Passport to Australia”April 30 at 6:30 p.m., as part of its children’s cultural experience program, for kindergarten through age 5. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

GARDEN CLUB

The Orange Blossom Garden Club of Lutz will meet on May 1 at 9:40 a.m., at the Lutz Civic Center, 98 First Ave., N.W.The topic will be,“The Moringa Tree for Life.” There also will be a plant show and a drawing. Guests can bring a canned good for the food bank and a plant cutting for a plant exchange. For information, call (813) 949-1301 or visit Facebook.com/ OrangeBlossomGardenClubOfLutz.

KIDS’ STORYTIME

The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will offer a toddler storytime May 1 at 10:15 a.m., for birth through age 2; and a preschool storytime May 1 at 11 a.m., for ages 3 to 5, with Miss Angela.There will be stories, songs, fingerplay and crafts in the 45-minute sessions. For information, call (352) 5673576.

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existing high-volume toilet — that uses 3.5 gallons per flush or greater — with a toilet that uses 1.28 gallons per flush or less can receive a rebate of up to $100 on their water bill for the first toilet replaced, and up to an $80 rebate for the second toilet replaced. The program also focuses on educating low-volume toilet users on the proper maintenance, specifically flapper replacement and leak detection, necessary to ensure that each toilet remains a water-conserving fixture. The estimated cost of the program is $100,000. The water management district has agreed to reimburse up to $50,000 of the cost. You can request an application to apply for a rebate by calling the program administrator at (800) 964-2140.

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USF dean shares tips for successful negotiations By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

When it comes to negotiations, there are two basic truths. One, everyone negotiates. And, two, everything is negotiable. At least that’s how Moez Limayem, dean of the University of South Florida’s Muma College of Business, sees it. He shared his expertise on the art of negotiations at a recent North Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce breakfast meeting, at Pasco-Hernando State College’s Porter Campus at Wiregrass Ranch in Wesley Chapel. “We all negotiate every single day, from the time we wake up, until we sleep.We negotiate with our kids, spouses, friends, business partners, employees, bosses, that’s what we do,” Limayem said. Over the course of his life — in which he has lived, worked and studied on four continents — he has had the opportunity to observe “how ill-prepared most people are, for negotiation,” he said. So, he offered the breakfast crowd a short course in effective negotiations. He outlined 10 rules that apply in all types of negotiations — whether you’re buying a house or a car, or working out a business deal. It’s important to remember that “negotiation is a discussion between two parties, two equals. “Neither party has the power to get his or her way. If I can impose my way, that’s no longer a negotiation,” he said. That being said, here are Limayem’s 10 rules for successful negotiations.

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• Rule No. 1: “Never start negotiating until you are ready. “It’s amazing how many times a good negotiator will push you to start very, very quickly. Why? Because they want to catch you ill-prepared.” “How do you get ready? “There are three things to properly prepare. “First one, do your research. “For example, you want to negotiate a job, salary. What type of research do you do? What are other people making? Adjust for cost of living. Go to the website; it’s amazing how much information you can

find there. “No. 2: Research. More research. “No. 3: Research. • Rule No. 2: “Always be faithful to your BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement). “Based on your research, you need to know that level at which it (the deal) is not worth it anymore.What do you need to do? Walk away. “If you are buying a car, what would be your BATNA. The maximum price you are willing to pay. “How do you decide on your BATNA? “Research. In “2008, 2009, people did not stick to their BATNA. They were buying houses, more than they could afford and that led to a disaster. “Do your research. Decide on your BATNA and be faithful to your BATNA. “A good negotiator will always want to know your BATNA. Resist that. Don’t disclose your BATNA. That’s your secret. And, be willing to walk away.” • Rule No 3: “Never make the first offer. “A good negotiator will push you to make your offer.” But, don’t do it, he said, because “you might be losing out.” • Rule No. 4: “Listen more than you speak. We’re born with two receivers and on transmitter, so we should at least listen twice as much as we talk, especially in negotiations.” • Rule No. 5: “Never accept the first offer. Everything is negotiable.” When someone is selling a house and they ask for $200,000, your first step, Limayem said, should be to:“Look the per-

son in the eyes. Pause. Repeat the offer.” Typically, just that alone will cause the seller to lower the asking price. “Most of the time, that’s how it works. Try it.” • Rule No. 6: “Never make a quick deal. “You need some time. Go back. Think about it.Analyze it.Talk to people you trust, then go back.” • Rule No. 7: “Do not negotiate with yourself. “What happens when you negotiate with yourself? Bad things happen.You start negotiating with your BATNA and then you go to your emotion, and you leave a lot on the table.” • Rule No. 8: “Watch for the Salami effect. “You give me a quote for renovating my house. One lump sum. “A good negotiator (wants to know) how much for labor, how much for material, how much for this and for that,” he said. A good negotiator would push for that because “he or she can select the things that make sense and forget about the things that don’t make sense. “If you, as a negotiator, can do the Salami effect, that’s great. But, if you’re the other side, watch for it. Resist it.” • Rule No. 9: “We live in a world that is truly global.” So, it’s important to be aware of cultural differences and norms, when doing business with international partners. • Rule No. 10: “Avoid the rookie’s regret.You did your research.You decided on your BATNA, you followed your rule. Move on.This will only hurt you. “Always avoid regrets,” he said.

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Biscayne Homes is hosting an open house of its Sabal 3 model home this weekend, April 27 and April 28, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and also the following weekend, May 2 and May 3. The Sabal 3 model is beautifully decorated and offers a spacious floor plan at 4,271 square feet. The home

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“Our homes are built to the high standards required in south Florida, which means our homes are more wind and water resistant than most homes built in Tampa,” said Adler. “An example is our use of concrete block, which we use instead of wood, to build the second floor of our homes.” Biscayne Homes also incorporates the latest in international design trends that are popular in south Florida, but new to this area. “We design our homes so that all space is truly usable, and that all living areas flow smoothly together,” said Adler. “We offer as standard features 10-foot ceilings, and large bedrooms that easily accommodate queen-size beds and dressers.”

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Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s So Much To Do Near Mattamy Homesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; New Townhomes

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attamy Homesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; two new townhome communities in Lutz and Citrus Park are selling fast because buyers love the fabulous assortment of close-by things to do, from recreational outings to fabulous shopping to an epicurean array of restaurants. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our buyers at Avea Pointe in Lutz and Lakeview at Citrus Park are active, engaged families who love being so close to so many things to do,â&#x20AC;? said Kathleen Dec, marketing manager at Mattamy Homes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These are perfect communities for people who want fun things to do with family and friends of all ages.â&#x20AC;? Avea Pointe is five minutes away from the expansive Lake Park, with its non-motorized boat access, hiking trails, BMX track and multiple playgrounds. Over at Lakeview, its homes overlook tranquil Gant Lake at the end of Tom Fuller Road, where residents have a community pier for fishing, kayaking and paddle-boarding. Both communities also are an easy drive to Brooker Creek Headwaters Nature Preserve, with its flats fishing, walking trails and observation tower. Plus, there are nearby golf courses and equestrian stables, ice skating in Wesley Chapel, and even hot air balloon rides in Lutz when the weather is right. When it comes to shopping, Avea Point is just 20 minutes to Tampa Premium Outlets and The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel, while Lakeview is minutes away to Westfield Citrus Park Mall, and a quick trip down the Veterans Expressway to International Plaza and Westshore Plaza in Tampa. An array of well-appointed townhomes are ready this spring at both communities, with quick move-in

This fun and spacious loft in the Venice townhome won a Best Feature award at last monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tampa Bay Parade of Homes Awards Reception.

homes available for families wanting to get settled before the 2019-20 school year begins.

AVEA POINTE IN LUTZ

Avea Pointe is located off Van Dyke Road on Lakeshore Road , directly across from Mattamy Homesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Lakeshore Preserve community, and offers three unique floor plans designed to live like single-family homes. All townhomes feature large open kitchens, optimized living spaces, covered lanais and 2-car garages. The Santa Rosa is 1,913 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, with an ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s suite on the first level; the Sebring is 2,230 square feet with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths; and the Venice is 2,574 square feet with 4 bedrooms (including a first-floor bedroom) and 3 baths. Prices being in the low $300s. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We offer some of the largest

townhomes in the area,â&#x20AC;? said Dec. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Their unique designs meet the needs of first-time homebuyers, families with children and emptynesters.â&#x20AC;? Avea Pointe is just minutes from St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital-North, within two miles of the Veterans Expressway and an easy commute to Tampa, the airport and area beaches. Excellent schools are another reason families move to Avea Pointe, whose children are zoned to Steinbrenner High, Martinez Middle and Schwarzkopf Elementary, all less than three miles away on Lutz Lake Fern Road.

LAKEVIEW ALREADY 30% SOLD OUT

Mattamy Homes has only been selling in Lakeview at Citrus Park since August, and already over 30 percent of its homes have sold. The community will have 124 town-

homes when completed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lakeview at Citrus Park is one of the prettiest and most convenient locations in the north Tampa area,â&#x20AC;? said Dec. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our new models are beautifully decorated and furnished, and feel as spacious and private as single-family homes.â&#x20AC;? The Marianna (1,667 sq. ft.) and Ormond (1,888 sq. ft.) have 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and single garages. The Santa Rosa (1,928 sq. ft.) has 3 bedrooms, one of which is located downstairs, 2.5 baths, and a 2 car garage. The Sebring (2,230) has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and a 2 car garage. The Venice (2,574 sq. ft.) has 4 bedrooms, including one downstairs, 3 baths and a double garage. Prices begin in the mid $200s. Visit MattamyHomes.com, or call (813) 580-7303, to learn more about these communities, Mattamy Homesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Spring Sales Event, or to schedule a VIP appointment.

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Bexley Wins Big at Parade of Homes

exley and four of its outstanding builders were big winners at last month’s 2019 Parade of Homes. The annual event is sponsored by the Tampa Bay Builders Association. In all, builders at Bexley earned three Grand Awards and three Silver Awards for model homes, along with two Best in Class Awards. The community’s model homes were the winningest of any other community competing in this year’s Parade. Model homes throughout Bexley were judged by a panel of industry experts. Bexley also had the honor of being the Parade’s featured Showcase Community. Pulte Homes’ Summerwood in the Del Webb at Bexley 55-plus community earned a Grand Award in the $350,000 - $399,000 price range category. In the $600,000 - $649,000 price range, the Bayshore II model from Homes by WestBay also earned Grand Award honors. Cardel Homes’ Savannah and Henley took home both the Grand Award and Silver Award in the $750,000 - $799,000 price category. Homes by WestBay’s Cypress Model received a Silver Award in the $400,000 - $449,000 price category while David Weekley’s Tangelo also earned a Silver Award in the $550,000 - $599,000 category. Best in Class honors went to Cardel Homes for its Master Suite and Bath in the Savannah model. The single-story floor plan features four bedrooms, three baths, a three-car garage and more than 3,300 square-feet of living space in a single-story design. Homes by WestBay also earned a Best in Class Award in Outdoor Living for its Bayshore II model. “We’re honored to have several of our outstanding builders recognized,” said Pam Parisi, vice president of marketing for Newland. “This year’s Parade of Homes also recognized Bexley as its Showcase

Parade of Homes award winners at Bexley include the elegant Savannah model by Cardel Homes, at left, and the Bayshore II model from Homes by WestBay, with its beautiful outdoor living area shown above.

Community. It was wonderful to host so many prospective homebuyers during the event because it offered them the chance to experience Bexley’s unique and vibrant community first-hand.” Bexley is one of the top-selling communities in the Tampa area, with a variety of home styles ranging from low-maintenance townhomes to single-family and luxury homes. Nestled among cypress domes, oak hammocks and pine flatwoods,

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Bexley features significant conservation areas and a myriad of opportunities for recreation, exercise and social entertainment and connection. The Bexley Club, a lakeside clubhouse is the centerpiece of the community and home to The Twisted Sprocket Café. This popular meeting spot is open to the public and serves breakfast items, gourmet lunches, desserts, smoothies, wine, craft beer and coffee drinks. Next to

the clubhouse, Suncoast Trailside Bicycles sells a variety of bikes, gear and clothing, and offers repairs. If you’re looking to cycle around the community or hit the Bexley BMX pump track, you’ll find everything you need at this one-stop shop. Bexley residents also enjoy miles of multi-surface Avid™ trails with Fit Stations to add fun and variety to workouts, whether walking, biking or jogging. And don’t forget about the custom-built playgrounds, two dog parks and sports fields. At Bexley, prospective homebuyers can tour a variety of home options all in one visit. Best of all, the community offers an exclusive Resident for a Day program, which gives potential residents a chance to experience what Bexley has to offer. To learn more, visit www.BexleyFlorida.com or call (813) 425-7555.

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ward-winning, custom home builder David Weekley Homes has opened a new model, The Crestview, in Asturia â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a Hines signature community. Intimately scaled, Asturia has over 300 completed homes and is excited about entering its final phase of development. Asturia is located on the much-desired State Road 54 corridor in central Pasco County, just minutes from the Suncoast Parkway. David Weekley Homesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; new onestory Crestview model is beautifully furnished, showcasing 2,100 square feet of living space with three bedrooms, a study, two full bathrooms and a two-car garage. Features include a lanai, gourmet kitchen and ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s retreat with tray ceiling and oversized walk-in closet. Priced from the high $200s, the builderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Village Series of homes range in size from 1,650 to 2,700 square feet and are situated on 45foot homesites. The builder also offers larger homes in Asturia on 55- and 65-foot homesites. For more information about David Weekley Homes, call (866) 493-3553. Another premier builder in Asturia is ICI Homes. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new model, The Costa Mesa, will open in May. This one-story home is 2,565 square feet with four bedrooms and three baths. Its open floor plan brings together the gathering room,

gourmet kitchen and dining room in one expansive space and lots of windows to bring in natural light and sunlight. Townhomes is the newest product in Asturia, and Ryan Homes sold 18 homes since its February opening. Its Chopin and Haydn models feature open floor plans, designer options and rear-load, two-car garages that give plenty of space to store sports equipment and vehicles. Families of all ages and sizes chose Asturia because of its convenient location to several transportation hubs, its unique trails system that winds through wetlands, parks and neighborhoods, and its award-winning Amenity Center that includes a zero-entry pool, contemporary community center and state-of-theart fitness center. Asturiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique amenity package also includes neighborhood parks, Kompan play structure, GaGa Ball court, dog park and open event lawns to foster imaginative play and healthy, family fun. The community encompasses 500 acres of the former Behnke Ranch, which under Hinesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; vision and management, has become an award-winning blend of shopping, office space, luxury apartments, single-family homes and townhomes. To learn more, visit AsturiaFlorida.com or call (813) 227-4148.

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Cornerstone Gives You Endless Water With A Tankless Hot Water Heater

othing is worse than running out of hot water when your family is getting ready for school, work or play. Which is why many households are converting to a tankless hot water heater and replacing their traditional 40-gallon tank that sits in the corner of their garage. “Endless hot water is the number one reason why local families are going tankless,” said Miguel Silva, plumbing manager for Cornerstone Air Conditioning, Plumbing and Electrical in Land O’ Lakes. Silva and his team of 11 plumbers install between seven and 10 tankless water heaters a month, and that pace is accelerating with the introduction of a new tankless system powered by electricity. “Tankless systems for homes with gas have been around for many years, but it’s only recently that the technology has become available for electric heaters,” said Silva. “We work with a manufacturer out of Arizona called trutankless, which has a fantastic system that even has an app that makes it fun and easy to keep track of your water usage and to send alerts.” The trutankless system is adaptable for homes from one bathroom to four. It provides endless hot water 24 hours a day, for half the cost of a traditional hot water tank. “The energy efficiency of a tankless system will save a family at least 15 percent on their monthly power bill,” said Silva. “In less than five years, your tankless system will pay for itself!” Another benefit of a tankless water system is that it mounts directly on your garage wall, freeing up space on the floor that a traditional water tank requires. “The trutankless system is contained in a neat, 2-foot by 2-foot square that juts out less than a foot from the wall. The unit is hardly noticeable and really cleans up the look of the garage,” said Silva. Manufactured in Arizona, the trutankless system is a U.S. company

that boasts an outstanding service record. “Cornerstone has installed over 100 trutankless systems in the past two years, and we’ve had very few service issues,” said Silva, who adds that the system is virtually maintenance-free. Many homeowners decide on a tankless hot water system when their old tank begins to leak, or no longer keeps up with the family’s hot water demands. “After comparing the cost of replacing their old water tank, which is 100-year-old technology that is very energy inefficient, most homeowners switch to a tankless system because it costs 50 percent less to operate, plus gives them hot water on demand with absolutely no fuss,” said Silva. Traditional water tanks work 11 hours a day to keep water hot, even in the absence of hot water demand, and wear out and need to be replaced every seven to 10 years. Replacement cost to install a traditional hot water

tank is between $1,200 and $1,500. By comparison, Silva said a tankless system costs about $3,000, which includes upgrading a home’s electrical system to accommodate the installation of the trutankless system, as well as a plumber. “Cornerstone always sends a plumber and an electrician to the home for a tankless water system install. This is not a do-it-yourself project, and requires both electrical and plumbing permits,” said Silva. Most Cornerstone installs are completed in less than a day, and there is almost no inconvenience to

the family. Same day installs are scheduled for emergency jobs, especially when a family’s old water tank starts leaking. The manufacturer of the trutankless system reports that $8.1 billion could be saved annually in the U.S., if American families switched to tankless heaters. “Tankless technology also eliminates corrosion, leaks, scalding and explosions that sometimes occur with old-style tanks, all which can be hazardous to your family,” said Silva. “The trutankless product is something that Cornerstone is very proud to offer —a sophisticated solution that gives families something they dream about – endless hot water.” Ready to say goodbye to cold showers? Contact Cornerstone today at Ready to say goodbye to cold showers? Contact Cornerstone today at (813) 990-0561 and ask about a $75 discount it is offering Laker/Lutz News readers interested in buying a tankless water system for their home.

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Enjoy Lake Padgett With A Waterfront Cardel Home

here are more lakes in Land O’ Lakes than anywhere else in Tampa Bay. And, one of the area’s most desirable is Lake Padgett, a spring-fed, 200-acre lake that is home to an exclusive Cardel Home community. Cardel is the newest homebuilder on Lake Padgett, which has been home to beautiful waterfront homes for over 50 years because of its peaceful cypress-lined shores, and stunning sunrises and sunsets. Lake Padgett families enjoy boating, fishing, water skiing, paddle-boarding, canoeing and kayaking. And, today, they can also enjoy boating to lakeside destinations. Just south of Cardel’s community, The Enclave At Lake Padgett on the lake’s western shore, are fun boating destinations that have opened in the past few years. This includes The Tiki Cove, which has a dock for boaters to tie up to, live music and beach volleyball games on the weekends. Even closer to The Enclave is another waterfront destination, In The Loop Brewery, where boaters anchor close to the beach and planning for a dock is underway. This popular local spot has an on-site brewery, tap and tasting room, and a huge outdoor deck and beer garden overlooking the lake. “Most lakeside communities offer homeowners traditional waterfront views and boating, but living on Lake Padgett offers even more, because it has destinations you can easily boat to,” said Brian Phillips, vice president of sales and marketing at Cardel Homes. There are only a handful of homesites remaining on the lake, which is why Phillips is so excited about The Enclave At Lake Padgett. “It’s almost unheard of to find new home construction on Lake Padgett. It’s exciting as a builder to be offering such beautiful, large lots in such a premium location,” said Phillips. Many people who discover The

Enclave At Lake Padgett say it’s one of the best kept secrets in Land O’ Lakes. “Part of this community’s intrigue is that one would never expect to find such a gem tucked away in the heart of Land O’ Lakes,” said Phillips. Conveniently located off Land O’ Lakes Boulevard (U.S. 41), just two miles north of State Road 54, the secluded entrance to The Enclave assures residents of privacy that they will share with just a handful of other homeowners. All of The Enclave’s homesites can be permitted for docks that are large enough for fishing, waterski and pontoon boats. And, unlike other developments on Lake Padgett, none of its docks are shared between homeowners. “This prestigious community has just eight large homesites available — all very private and with no CDD fees,” said Phillips. In addition to its waterfront living,

The Enclave is just 15 minutes from Wesley Chapel’s shopping and dining destinations, including Tampa Premium Outlets, The Shops of Wiregrass and the newly opened Cypress Creek Town Center. Cardel Homes is offering three, one-story plans at The Enclave, all with tile roofs and brick paver driveways as standard features. Homes range from 3,000 to 4,260 square feet, and offer four bedrooms, three or four baths and three-car garages. The St. Lucia model home is ready now for a quick move-in. This stunning home is 3,336 square feet with four bedrooms, three baths, and a large front porch and covered lanai. The home is on a wooded lot, and has a large front porch and covered lanai in the back. An oversized dock is just steps away from the backyard, and is perfect to dock a boat and enjoy the natural setting. The St. Lucia inventory home, in-

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cluding its waterfront dock, is listed at just $650,000. If you prefer to choose your homesite and select a floor plan, colors and finishes, a Cardel home in The Enclave begins at $494,900. “The Enclave At Lake Padgett is a perfect community for families wanting to move up to an exclusive, private, lakefront community with no CDD,” said Phillips. “It offers the best of both worlds —all the recreation and things to do on Lake Padgett, with the convenience of being close to so many shopping and dining options.”

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The 16th DEA National Take Back Day will be April 27, during which local prevention coalitions and law enforcement agencies will collect expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs, and over-thecounter medications. The Pasco County Sheriff’s Office and the Pasco County Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention will join to host drop-off locations. To properly dispose of medications, visit The Shops at Wiregrass, 28211 Paseo Drive in Wesley Chapel, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., on the first floor of the parking garage, next to the car detailing service. For information, visit Facebook.com/PascoASAP/or visit TakeBackDay.dea.gov.

TAI CHI CLASS

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host Bonnie’s Tai Chi Class on April 29 at 6 p.m. The program aims to help bring physiological systems from digestion, cardiovascular, respiration, immunity and mental activity to a higher level, in a gentle and low-impact manner. Greater flexibility, core stability, im-

CHAIR YOGA

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer a chair yoga class April 30 at 10:15 a.m., to help improve balance and increase endurance, flexibility and range of motion. The class is taught in seated and standing positions, using a chair as a prop. Participants should bring water and wear comfortable clothing, and bring a yoga mat, tower or blanket if you want to relax on the floor for the final pose. A signed liability waiver is required. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

ALZHEIMER’S STUDY

Researchers at the University of South Florida (USF) are looking for participants in a research study — PACT (Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training) — to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Using a grant from the National Institutes of Health, researchers will conduct a study of up to 1,600 older adults, who will learn a mental exercise routine focused on processing information to target cognitive improvements over time. There are four study sites in Florida, including one in Dade City. Other sites are in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Lakeland. Each site will host up to 400 older adults. The research will consist of a variety of brain games on a computer in which partic-

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Oak Hill Hospital announced the winners of its annual Frist Associate, Physician and Volunteer Humanitarian Awards. The awards honor outstanding individuals for their humanitarian and volunteer services. The recipient of the Frist Associate Humanitarian is George Meadows, RRT; the Frist Volunteer Humanitarian Award was given to Lois Hackett; and the Frist Physician Humanitarian recipient is Michael W. Higgins, DO, FAOAO.

ipants are asked to indicate what they saw or heard and solve puzzles. Each participant will visit a study site three times to learn how to follow the mental regimen and, over the course of three years, they will complete a total of 45 hours of computerized training exercises on their own. Researchers will monitor for cognitive improvement or signs of decline. For information, visit PactStudy.org. To volunteer for the study, call the Dade City office at (352) 658-3184, to see if you qualify.

DIABETES AND FEET

Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point will host a Tuesday Tutorial,“Diabetes and How It Affects Your Feet,”April 30 at the Rao Musunuru M.D. Conference Center, 14100 Yosemite Drive in Hudson. Dr. Alexis Kreplick will review diabetic risk factors, foot screenings and more. Registration and lunch start at 11:30 a.m., followed by the tutorial at noon. Admission is free. A complimentary lunch will be served. Reservations are required by calling (727) 869-5498.

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Children had plenty of options to have a good time at the Out & About Summer Expo, presented by The Laker/Lutz News, and sponsored by Kids R Kids Learning Academy in Land O’ Lakes. Kids posed for photos with the Easter Bunny and Queen Elsa, petted a horse and baby goats, searched for eggs and took home beach balls, balloons and other giveaways from exhibitors. But, the fun wasn’t limited to the younger crowd — adults also had a chance to search for eggs and won 60 prizes, including gift certificates from all sorts of businesses, and even a $100 bill that was won by Glenn Roberts, of Land O’ Lakes. Besides having a good time, there were ample opportunities to pick up information from vendors representing attractions, summer camps, museums, shops and local businesses. And, in addition to discovering new things to do close to home, expo visitors also sampled goodies from local restaurants and took home some swag.

Angelina Williamson, dressed as Queen Elsa of Arendelle from Disney’s ‘Frozen,’ posed with countless little princesses at the Out & About Summer Expo. Here, she shares a moment with 5year-old Daphne Coffee, of Lutz. The little girl’s grandmother said Elsa is one of Daphne’s favorite Disney characters.

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The Pasco County Schools afterschool enrichment programs department will have a community information night for a Century Community Learning Center grant-funded afterschool program on April 25 at 6 p.m., at Stewart Middle School, 38505 10th Ave., in Zephyrhills. The district is preparing a grant proposal for the afterschool programs for students attending select elementary and middle schools. Families are encouraged to come out to help develop the vision for the Century Community Learning Center.

PROGRAM EXPANDS

The North Tampa Bay Chamber is expanding its high school scholarship fund to include recipients from Cypress Creek, Wesley Chapel, Wiregrass Ranch, Freedom and Wharton high schools. The chamber has partnered with the career counselors at each campus, where all students have applied by completing a comprehensive application, including a short essay. Presentations for the ceremonial checks will take place as follows: • Freedom:April 25 at 6 p.m. • Wharton:April 25 at 6:30 p.m. • Wiregrass Ranch: May 23 at 6 p.m. • Wesley Chapel: May 28 at 7:30 a.m. • Cypress Creek: May 28 at 9 a.m. For information regarding the program, email eliana@northtampabaychamber.com.

SAINT LEO COMMENCEMENTS

Saint Leo will host its Baccalaureate Mass on April 26 at 4 p.m., in the Marion Bowman Activities Center, at 33701 State Road 52 in St. Leo. Following the Mass,“Saint Leo Under the Stars” will take place with campus tours, food, games, photo opportunities and fireworks. And, on April 27, more than 1,250 students will receive degrees during commencement ceremonies for Saint Leo. The university’s Florida locations will all come together to celebrate at two ceremonies, at the Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. 301 in Tampa. The morning ceremony will be from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., and the afternoon ceremony will be from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The guest speaker for the morning commencement will be former 6th Judicial Circuit Judge Lynn Tepper, and Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco will speak at the afternoon ceremony. For more information, visit SaintLeo.edu.

The Department of Health Pasco County is partnering with the Pasco County School Board to provide preventive dental services for students in Title 1 schools in Pasco County. The dental bus will travel to selected schools to give dental assessments, sealants, fluoride varnish, and education for the students. The remaining school schedules for the East side of Pasco County are as follows: • April 29 to May 2: West Zephyrhills Elementary • May 6 to May 9: San Antonio Elementary • May 13 to May 16: Quail Hollow Elementary • May 20 to May 23: Lacoochee Elementary In order for a child to be seen on the bus, the required forms must be completed and signed by a parent or guardian. For more information, visit Pasco.FloridaHealth.gov and click on “Smile Care A Van.”

STEINBRENNER GALA

Steinbrenner High School’s football and cheerleading program will host a Leadership & Legacy Gala on May 3 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Cheval Clubhouse, 4312 Cheval Blvd., in Lutz. This is a casual, family friendly event open to all.The gala will feature a live DJ, a live and a silent auction, a putting contest, hors d’oeuvres, a 50-50 drawing, a cash bar and a raffle. The keynote speaker will be former Super Bowl MVP Dexter Jackson. For sponsorship opportunities and tickets, visit SteinbrennerGalaAndGolf.com.

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Middle school science teachers now have a new tool from the University of Florida to teach students about pollinators and the role they play in producing food. Nicole Pinson and Alicia Lamborn, horticulture agents with the UF Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Extension in Hillsborough and Baker counties, respectively, helped to develop the new curriculum called “Pollinator Power.” The curriculum contains three lesson plans and a variety of activities to introduce students to pollinators in fun, interactive ways. It includes a Pollinator Power Safari Kit that contains bug jars, a butterfly net, magnifier, and insect and flower rubbing plates. Other activities let students “Be the Bee,” by hand-pollinating squash or zucchini flowers, and construct a ‘bee hotel’ to set up in a pollinator-friendly part of the school. For educators with students who are afraid of bees and wasps, the program can help those students better appreciate the insects and their benefit. To order the Pollinator Power curriculum, visit the UF/IFAS bookstore website at IFASBooks.com.

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INCENTIVES, from page 1A ous programs through Pasco EDC, Engle said. “For every (incentive) dollar that the board awards, we’ve gotten $10 back in gains to the county,” Engle said. With the jobs creation incentive, which has been around since 2011, the Pasco County Commission, awards incentives to industries that create high-paying jobs. Highpaying jobs are defined as jobs paying at least 115 percent of the median pay in Pasco County, “This is one of our most highly successful programs. We’ve created almost 1,300 jobs since 2011. For every job we create, it costs the county around $3,800.We’ve look at other JCI programs across the state,” Engle said. By comparison, the incentives cost $5,000 to $9,000 a job in other counties they looked at, Engle said. Pasco’s return on investment in this program “is extremely high,” Engle said, noting for every dollar the county has spent, it has received $30 in benefit. He also noted that the future is looking bright, too. “Our pipeline is robust and growing,”

Projected revenue: $59.65 million in the Jobs and Economic Opportunities Trust Fund, over the life of the Penny for Pasco (2015 to 2025), assuming a 3.5 percent annual increase.

Expenditures to date: $21.8 million, includes operating expenses

Encumbrances to date: $34.7 million in board-approved awards, excludes operating expenses

Engle said. The master-planned unit developments approved by the board, particularly along the State Road 54 corridor, are beginning to focus on their employment centers, the economic growth manager said. “So, we have a number of big projects coming in, consisting of hundreds of thousands of square feet of Class A office buildings. Right now, we have three to four Class A office buildings we are processing for incentive awards now.We’ll make recommendations to the board of County Commissioners in the next several months,” he said.

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When moms and their children escape from a dangerous situation at home, they may not have a chance to pack clothing or personal care items, or other belongings. This is the 11th year that Two Men and a Truck has organized the Movers for Moms Program, with the goal of giving back to mothers in need each Mother’s Day. Items needed include housewares, gently used or new clothing, baby care supplies, blankets, twin sheets, medical supplies, appliances and other household goods. Go to TwoMenAndATruck.com, click on the Pasco tab and community tab, for more information. Locally, the Two Men and a Truck franchise will pick up items at a number of collection points, where businesses or other organizations have volunteered to accept donations. Businesses accepting donations within

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prove access to services. The MyPascoApp recently has been redesigned, which gives residents and customers quick access to many types of information, he said. For instance,App users have a direct link to storm updates, he said. “You can actually see what our wait times are at Central Permitting, on the App,” he added. “You can drive down the street and see a new construction pop up, and you go,‘What is that?’“Well, in the app, under permitting, you go to the project pipeline, you can actually find out what that project is,” he said. There are some limits, though.“If it was permitted over 2 years ago, it is not in the database right now,” Biles said. The county administrator also told the luncheon crowd that his job is to lead his team, not to know every detail, of every project. If there’s a discussion over the price for a piece of right of way, for example, that’s something that experts on the county’s staff can and should handle, he said. His job, he said, is to serve the people, who serve the people.

in the direction that the Pasco County Commission wants the county to go. The county has worked hard to improve its delivery of services, and has made progress, Biles said. “It’s the existing team that has made it happen, not me bringing in a new team of people,” said the administrator, who was selected to fill the post when former County Administrator Michele Baker retired. Biles said that he works to create an atmosphere where employees can feel comfortable expressing their opinions and sharing their ideas. “We want to be a great organization. What is a great organization? It has people who show up to work, who want to be there,” Biles said. Two of his goals are for Pasco County to be named a Best to Place to work, among large companies; and for the county to win a Sterling Award, for the entire county, not just a department. Biles said the county has made strides in many areas to increase transparency, and im-

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BUTTERFLY, from page 1A an agenda item before the Dade City Commission, which ultimately approved the project. The mayor signed a proclamation in March to establish Dade City as a Monarch City USA. This national organization was formed in 2015 to help prevent the extinction of monarch butterflies. It gets to the heart of the matter, addressing the lack of milkweed and nectar plants – the butterflies’ food source. Limited nutrition is due, in part, to harsh weather conditions during winter seasons. A 2016 study revealed that during the past two decades, the monarch population dropped by 68 percent, according to the Center for Biological Diversity. Through Monarch City USA, municipalities across the United States are encouraged to join the effort in populating their land with milkweed and nectar plants. Hepscher noted that when monarchs migrate from Canada to the U.S., and then to Mexico, they need to have “way stations.” “As they fly, they need to have places to stop, eat, refresh and lay their eggs for the next generation,” she explained. While this is beneficial to the monarchs, it also contributes to the circle of life for other insects. Butterflies are just one of many pollinators who work as a team to provide nourishment for each other. Thus, the Garden Club sees their efforts as being two-fold, not only preserving the monarchs, but wildlife on a whole. On March 16, they had a monarch butterfly seminar to educate the public on how they can contribute in their own backyards. The club will grant certificates to resi-

dents who follow simple guidelines, such as planting milkweed and nectar in their gardens. The club will hold itself to those same standards, planting on its premises outside the clubhouse, as well. In the pre-butterfly stage, caterpillars also benefit by eating the plant leaves down to uneven shapes. Hepscher said that although they may not look aesthetically pleasing, the unshapely leaves serve their purpose. “This plant is doing its job because it was here to feed the caterpillars, and it’s done that,” she stated. Adults aren’t the only ones who are encouraged to join in the effort. Hernandez has enlisted the city’s youth council to help on the project. The Garden Club also has twice-a-year programs at the Hugh Embry Library for kids called ‘Nature Detectives.’ In these classes, the youth watch videos, do crafts and are involved in other activities to help them learn about the animal kingdom. “We do believe educating children is the way to change the future and getting them to respect nature,” Hepscher said. In some ways, the kids may be ahead of the game as they’ve already studied the monarch butterflies in depth. The Monarch City USA designation includes the opportunity to display a Monarch City USA sign, which has not yet arrived. The city is planning a fall festival to celebrate its induction as a Monarch City USA. It also plans additional educational seminars. The Garden Club hopes that such events are held annually to encourage the preservation of wildlife. “We feel we can take control of the future and we can make it better here in Dade City,” Hepscher stated.

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igh school football is back in session, as spring football practices are now underway statewide. And, while the 2019 prep season remains months away, Florida high school football fans still will get a taste of how their teams are shaping up with a series of exhibition games and jamborees in late May. Florida high schools are allowed a maximum of 20 practice sessions from April 22 through May, according to Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) guidelines.The first allowable day for full-contact tackling is April 27. Take a look at these five area teams to watch as spring practices ramp up:

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Academy at the Lakes will seek its third straight eight-man title in 2019. The team is currently on a 20-game winning streak dating back to 2017.

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The back-to-back defending eight-man Florida Christian Association of Private and Parochial Schools (FCAPPS) state champion Wildcats will have another target on its back as it enters the new season on a 20-game winning streak (including a win by forfeit) dating back to September of 2017. But, that shouldn’t faze an Academy at the Lakes squad that again returns the father-son combo of head coach Shawn Brown and rising junior quarterback Jalen Brown. Shawn Brown is a two-time reigning FCAPPS Coach of the Year, while Jalen Brown won the 2018 FCAPPS Heisman Trophy Winner award, given to the eight-man league’s top player. Last season the 6-foot-2, 180-pound quarterback completed nearly 58 percent of his throws for 1,105 yards, 18 touchdowns and seven interceptions. He also rushed for 672 yards and 10 touchdowns on 93 carries. In addition to Jalen Brown, the team returns All-Conference standouts in center Dwight Downing and defensive end Elijah Freedman. Also expect significant contributions from the likes of tailback Adrian Leverette, receivers Cole Lallanilla and Caleb Yann, and linebacker Denzyl Downing, among others. Perhaps the biggest question for the Wildcats is finding ways to replace the production left behind by graduating All-State linebacker Dylan Price and All-State defensive back Jullian Jennings, as well as All-State offensive lineman Andrew Kilfoyl, who has since transferred to Gaither.

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Under new head coach Chad Walker, the Gators achieved its first winning season since 2013, going 7-3 and narrowly missing out on a playoff berth. The turnaround season also included a 35-24 win over crosstown foe Sunlake to crack an eight-game losing streak in the annual ‘Butter Bowl’ rivalry game. Naturally, fans of the storied Pasco County program will expect similar success again this year. It won’t come easy, however, as the team moves on from a sizable senior class that in-

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cluded its leading rusher, leading receiver, leading tackler and top kicking specialists. Working in the team’s favor, though, is the return of one of the area’s top signal callers in rising senior quarterback and two-year starter Ethan Forrester. Last season the 6-foot-3, 220-pound athlete completed nearly 52 percent of his passes for 1,429 yards, 12 touchdowns and three interceptions. He also rushed for 155 yards and three touchdowns. Meanwhile, the Gators have put together a tough 2019 regular season slate that includes five teams that made the playoffs last season — Gaither, Mitchell,Tampa Catholic, Wiregrass Ranch and Zephyrhills Christian, respectively.

STEINBRENNER WARRIORS

Following a disappointing 2-7 output in 2017, the Warriors rebounded last year to finish 6-5 overall with a 4-2 mark in District 6-8A, including a four-game winning streak to close out the season. With a bevy of returning talent, the momentum should continue into 2019 under longtime head coach Andres Perez-Reinaldo. The Warriors feature multiple NCAA FBS Division I football targets, such as receivers Aidan Bitter and Dean Patterson, and Matthew Adcock, a 6-foot-4, 320-pound offensive lineman. The squad is stacked with other playmak-

Schools in Laker/Lutz News Coverage Area (and their 2018 records)

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY: • Carrollwood Day School Patriots: 6-6 overall, 2-2 region • Freedom High School Patriots: 4-6 overall, 2-4 district • Gaither High School Cowboys: 7-4 overall, 4-2 district • Steinbrenner High School Warriors: 6-5 overall, 4-2 district

PASCO COUNTY: • Academy at the Lakes Wildcats: 10-0 overall, 7-0 district • Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School Hurricanes: 4-5 overall, 3-1 district • Cypress Creek Middle High School Coyotes: 3-7 overall, 1-0 region • Land O’ Lakes High School Gators: 7-3 overall, 2-2 district • Pasco High School Pirates: 2-8 overall, 0-4 district • Sunlake High School Seahawks: 4-6 overall, 1-3 district • Wesley Chapel High School Wildcats: 5-5 overall, 4-3 district • Wiregrass Ranch High School Bulls: 7-4 overall, 4-2 district • Zephyrhills High School Bulldogs: 11-1 overall, 6-0 district • Zephyrhills Christian Academy Warriors: 7-4 overall, 0-1 region

ers, too. Quarterback Haden Carlson, the son of former Tampa Bay Buccaneer Jeff Carlson, is poised to build off a junior campaign where he completed 54 percent of his passes for 1,418 yards, 10 total touchdowns and four interceptions. The rising senior will have plenty of weapons at his disposal in the likes of Bitter (32 receptions, 568 yards, six touchdowns), Patterson (39 receptions, 391 yards, two touchdowns), Jett Law (22 receptions, 212 yards) and Deon Silas (1,198 all-purpose yards), among others. The Warriors also return several of its top players on the other side of the ball, including rising junior linebacker Austin Brannen, who registered 130 total tackles, including 12 for loss. Meanwhile, special teams figure to be another strength, with All-State punter Cameron Brown, kicker Trevor Haire, and a return game that collectively averaged 28.2 yard on kick returns and 13.2 yards on punt returns.

WIREGRASS RANCH BULLS

With a string of three consecutive winning seasons and playoff appearances under head coach Mark Kantor, Wiregrass Ranch seems positioned for another year as one of Pasco County’s premier programs. And, most any win will be hard earned in 2019, particularly with new district foes in Class 6A state runner-up Armwood, East Bay and Tampa Bay Tech. In fact, every opponent on the Bulls’ 10game schedule sported a winning record last season, aside from crosstown rival Wesley Chapel, who finished with a 5-5 mark. Of those teams, half qualified for the playoffs from their respective classification. Fortunately for the Bulls, the team has the benefit of experience on its side with about two dozen rising seniors. That includes one of the Sunshine State’s most productive defensive players in first team All-State linebacker Dylan Ridolph. Ridolph’s 22 sacks last season ranked sec-

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MAY 17 • Anclote at Sunlake • Cypress Creek at Pasco • Land O’ Lakes at Wesley Chapel • Wiregrass Ranch at East Lake

MAY 18 • Bishop McLaughlin at Carrollwood Day

MAY 24 • Jamboree: Academy at the Lakes, Master’s Academy, Lakeside Christian, Solid Rock at Land O’ Lakes Recreation Center

ond in the state, trailing only Winter Garden Foundation Academy’s Warren Sapp II (24). The 6-foot, 215-pound Ridolph already holds the county record for most career sacks (37). Some other upperclassman to keep an eye on include defensive back Jonavon Tills (five interceptions) and tailback Keith Walker (667 all-purpose yards, nine touchdowns). Meantime, the Bulls will have to break in a new quarterback with the graduation of two-year starter Grant Sessums. Such duty will likely fall to promising rising senior dual-threat quarterback Hunter Helton. Last season Helton served as the team’s backup quarterback option, but showcased his athleticism as the team’s leading receiver (16 receptions, 315 yards, four touchdowns). His last extended action under center came as a sophomore on junior varsity, where he completed nearly 54 percent of his throws for 557 yards, nine touchdowns and one interception.

ZEPHYRHILLS BULLDOGS

Going undefeated in the regular season on its way to securing its second straight district title, the Zephyrhills Bulldogs in 2018 put together one of the more notable campaigns in recent memory. It also added to the program’s tally of winning seasons, which now numbers eight straight dating back to 2011. Maintaining their sustained dominance this year may prove challenging, though, as the Bulldogs say farewell to 23 seniors from last year’s 11-1 squad, 10 of whom earned AllConference honors. Among that group is the team’s starting quarterback, several leading receivers, multiple leading tacklers and top special teamers. Serving another blow to the team’s 2019 depth: All-Conference linebacker Ja’varrius Wilson recently announced his intention to transfer to Clearwater Academy International for his senior year. He was fourth on the team in tackles (91) and second in tackles for loss (18). On the bright side for Zephyrhills, up-andcoming head coach Nick Carroll returns for 2019, looking to build upon a combined 29-6 mark his first three seasons. Of course, the Bulldogs won’t be totally devoid of impactful playmakers in 2019. Rising senior two-way lineman Demetris Wright (40 pancake blocks, 30 tackles), and rising juniors Zyre Roundtree (541 rushing yards, six touchdowns) and Tre Gallimore (45 tackles, two interceptions) are a few to watch, among others.

Players to watch HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY • Shelton Quarles Jr., Carrollwood Day, athlete • Tawfiq Thomas, Freedom, defensive tackle • Chance Coleman, Gaither, linebacker • Deon Silas, Steinbrenner, athlete PASCO COUNTY • Jalen Brown, Academy at the Lakes, quarterback • Adam Berry, Bishop McLaughlin, tailback • Jalen Warren, Cypress Creek, athlete • Ethan Forrester, Land O’ Lakes, quarterback • Darrion Robinson, Pasco, receiver • Jonathan Wallace, Sunlake, defensive end • Jelani Vassell, Wesley Chapel, athlete • Dylan Ridolph, Wiregrass Ranch, linebacker • Zyre Roundtree, Zephyrhills, tailback • Malik Jones, Zephyrhills Christian, defensive lineman

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Residents of Betmar Acres enjoy a series of friendly water volleyball games three times a week.

Fun in the sun — plus exercise, too By Christine Holtzman choltzman@lakerlutznews.com

ome residents of Betmar Acres, in Zephyrhills, hit the pool three times a week to work out and have fun at the same time. Laughter, cheers and good-natured teasing fill the air at the heated pool, while the players hit large colorful balls around, in water volleyball games. About two dozen players jump, dive, swing and swat — in friendly games that give participants a nice workout, too. Ninety-five-year-old Goldie Klebowski is one of the best players in the pool. Besides playing water volleyball, she also manages a full schedule — volunteering at the Hospice thrift store and her church. She offers this advice for aging well:“You need exercise, the more the better. Keep doing something, and feel good by helping others.”

Betmar Acres, in Zephyrhills, is a manufactured-home community for residents age 55 and older. In the 1960s, there were just four mobile home parks in Florida, and Betmar founder M.H. Meengs saw the need for one in Zephyrhills. Meengs turned his vision into an opportunity for development, when he bought 200 acres of former farm land along State Road 54. He and his partner honored their wives by combining their first names — Betty and Mary — to christen the community, Betmar. Today, Betmar Acres consists of nearly 440 acres, 1,700 homes, three clubhouses, 27 holes of golf, tennis and pickleball courts, two swimming pools, and a world-class shuffleboard facility. Residents at Betmar always have lots of recreational opportunities, including Bingo, ballroom and line dancing, live music shows, bocce ball, water aerobics, card games, computer and creative writing classes, block parties and garden clubs.

Tim Fisher, a snowbird from Michigan, pauses for a moment to consider his game strategy.

From left: Joan Connell, Michael Blackman, T.A. Huggins and Bill Rood laugh, while the ball is in play near the net.

Teammates Nancy Sisunik, a snowbird from Michigan, left, and Georgia Fulton, a snowbird from Ohio, both jump for the ball during an afternoon game.

Bluebell loves a good walk Bluebell is a stunning 4-year-old mixed-breed pup that is heartworm negative and up to date on all her vaccines. She does need to be the only dog in a home setting; however, she does well with children and loves to trek on the trails at the Pasco parks.

An Easter portrait Lucy is 3 years old and patiently awaited the arrival of the Easter Bunny. Lucy lives with the Brucker family in Land O’ Lakes.

PET PAWS STRAY KITTEN EDUCATION Pasco County Animal Services (PCAS) is promoting education for the community and anyone that finds stray or abandoned kittens through the “Leave Them Be” program. Highlights of the program include: • “Leave Them Be” until mom returns • Become a kitten foster parent until they are 8 weeks old and can enter the shelter • Information on county ordinances and alternatives to turning kittens in to Animal Services • Kitten feeding guides • How-to instructions and kitten care starter kits • There are no cat leash laws in Pasco County Animal Services saw a 35-percent increase in stray kitten intake at the shelter in 2018. Help PCAS save lives by learning about the program and how to better help kittens in the community by visiting bit.ly/LeaveThemBe.

FREE HEARTWORM PREVENTION

The Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center, 440 N. Falkenburg Road in Tampa, will offer a free month’s supply of heartworm prevention with every dog adoption during the month of April, which is also Heartworm Awareness Month. All dogs adopted at the center are vaccinated, registered, microchipped, and spayed or neutered.

The shelter is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

VACCINE CLINICS

Pasco County Animal Services, 19640 Dogpatch Lane in Land O’ Lakes, hosts a vaccination and microchip clinic in its Adoption Center every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Residents from all counties can bring pets in. All Pasco County residents are required to buy a county animal license, if they are purchasing a rabies vaccination. Anyone requesting a three-year vaccination, needs to provide proof of previous vaccination.

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If you have pet news about adoptions, walks or other events for pet owners and their pets, you can let us know by sending us an email. We just need the basics: who, what, when, where and why. The information should be submitted two weeks prior to the desired publication date. We also need a contact name and number, in case we have questions. There is no guarantee of publication, but we consider each item we receive. If you’d like to make a submission, send it to news@lakerlutznews.com. Readers can now find Pets of the Week and Local Wildlife photos on our website at LakerLutznews.com, under the Pets/Wildlife link.

Petey is a sweet senior Petey is 8 years old, heartworm negative and ready to find his home today. This handsome boy does well with other pups, and previously lived with both large and small dogs. A meet-and-greet at the shelter is recommended.

If you would like to adopt Bluebell or Petey, be sure to visit Pasco County Animal Services at 19640 Dogpatch Lane in Land O’ Lakes. The adoption center is open Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 6:30 p.m. All adoption fees include spay/neuter, microchip and vaccines. For more information, email adoptionpartners@pascocountyfl.net.

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