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LEMMON DROPS: In a rarity, all three County Commission races in ‘16 will be highly contested Six bite-size Lemmon Drops to nibble on while waiting for Marco Andretti to take the checkered flag in the 99th Indianapolis 500:
• As I’ve mentioned before, I’m a wannabe political consultant.
That’s why I’m so fascinated by all of the maneuvering that already has taken place for the 2016 August primary. Next year’s Republican primary is shaping up to be one of the best ever in Indian River County. It’ll definitely be the best one since I moved here (in late ’06). All three races for County Commission will be highly contested. Which is a rarity – usually at least one race is a laugher, but not in ’16. The lineup thus far: District 1: Susan Adams vs. Jim Hill. District 3: Tim Zorc vs. Chuck Kirby and Mark Rodolico. District 5: Bob Solari vs. Jay Kramer. The two incumbents, Zorc and Solari, aren’t shoo-ins. They had only gadfly-level opposition in the 2012 primary.
Kramer, a member of the Vero Beach City Council, decided against running for State Representative. It’s going to be interesting to see how this race unfolds, as Solari has long pushed for the sale of the Vero Beach electric system to Florida Power & Light, while Kramer has been very effective in blocking FPL. Russ Lemmon In the District 3 race, at least Zorc doesn’t have to worry about facing Tony Donadio again. Donadio, who ran as an independent in ’12, told me last week he’s out for ’16. Sheriff Deryl Loar has raised $50,875 for his re-election bid. Talk about sending a message to potential opponents. As of now, his only opposition is Darrell Rivers, who has raised $5,290. I expect the race for Property Appraiser to result in the most yard signs in the county. Wesley Davis, who decided
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not to run for re-election to the County Commission, has raised $9,750. David Nolte, who is running for his 10th term, has raised $4,100. (Davis expects both candidates to raise at least $40,000.) The years-long construction on U.S. 1 between 4th Street to the county line has been aggravating for motorists and affected businesses alike. That’s why I groaned when I saw the notice for a June 2 public hearing for U.S. 1 improvements between 53rd Street and County Road 510. Take your time in starting this project, FDOT! If you’ve traveled on 58th Avenue in recent weeks, then you’ve seen crews doing survey work. What’s up with that? “The county needed to obtain updated right-of-way information and, consequently, the surveys were ordered,” said Chris Mora, the county’s director of Public Works. “The right-of-way information will be used to develop future roadway and intersection improvements along 58th Avenue.” Mora says the county has “no definitive schedule” to
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four-lane 58th Avenue north of 26th Street. Which reminds me … let the Twin Pairs be! Chuck Fitz wrote a lengthy email to thank me for writing about the positive aspects of short-term vacation rentals, which are frowned upon by a certain segment of the population. A crime spree by a short-term renter is usually cited as a reason why people are against them. “The boogeyman syndrome needs to stop,” he wrote. Enough with perpetuating statistically insignificant negative hype, he said. I see having vacant vacation rental homes as a lose-lose, and Fitz offered this as food for thought: “Having people in our vacation houses will have a positive effect on deterring burglaries.” Pam Cooper loves to do research, but even she came up empty in trying to find the story behind “Lester Nathan Highway” – which is how Google sometimes refers to State Highway A1A. Seriously, who is this guy?
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in-home medical needs over of the years. They also have mobile units to care for those without insurance. Helping fund this much needed program are two wonderful thrift shops – first is the VNA Hidden Treasures thrift store in Vero (656 21st St.), where I made a furniture purchase, • Kiwanis-Hobart Park: Found on the Indian and then there is the sister store in Sebastian (11646 River County web page, this 95-acre park is located U.S. 1). Please consider making a donation to either between Vero Beach and Sebastian (at 5350 77th one of these stores. Volunteers are always needed. La Hays St.). It is very peaceful and sure to please. Kids • The Cheese Cave: I love cheese, do you? Well, will love the large playground, adults will enjoy the long trail in Vero Beach there is The Cheese Cave (670 21st St.). Not to drive or to bike, or even a healthy walk. Several pavilions only do they have marvelous types of cheese, but a variety of surrounded by tall pine trees would easily hold a large event. international wines and gourmet products. They also have A bridge will take you to the lake side, where one can sit and homemade dishes, like lasagna – so no cooking tonight. enjoy the view. But be wary, because the bugs like this park Cheese lovers will delight in this cave! “Cheese” you there. too! Especially the “no-see-‘ums.” Bring the spray! Ouch! • VNA’s thrift shops: The Visiting Nurse Association is Know a great place I have yet to visit? a great program, helping thousands of people with their Email me at Latishahays@gmail.com
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Top 500 countdown
Fun facts
Russ Lemmon, who loves music (and lists), spent a lot of time putting together his Top 500 favorite songs of all-time. For the next few years, Lemmon Lines will be counting ‘em down.
In 2010, the number of part-time residents in Indian River County was estimated at 14,230.
(1969) 5th Dimension Memory: In my pre-teen years, the 5th Dimension might have been my favorite musical group.
By 2030, the number of part-time residents is expected to reach 19,690.
407. “Aquarius / Let the Sun Shine In”
406. “Photograph”
By 2020, that number is expected to grow to 16,930.
– Source: Indian River County 2030 Comprehensive Plan
(1973) Ringo Starr Memory: It’s hard not to sing along with this one. Ringo co-wrote it with George Harrison, making it their only “official” collaboration.
405. “Last Song”
(1972) Edwin Bear Memory: I always associate this song with “The Midnight Special.” The group’s long-haired frontman played the drums while singing it. All the songs thus far in the countdown can be found on LemmonLines.com.
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