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‘A time of renewal and revitalization’ Mayor David Alfin highlighted first responders, economic growth, infrastructure in State of the City. PAGE 3A

$2.5 million roundabout planned on Old Kings Accommodations for Radiance development PAGE 4A INSIDE GUIDING STUDENTS

Flagler Schools honors crossing guards on appreciation day. PAGE 8A

ADDING TEACHERS

Flagler Schools closing teacher gap, superintendent says PAGE 5A

EXPANSION SUCCESS

All geared up 304 people run/walk in Palm Coast Tunnel to Towers 5K PAGE 1B Andrew Gulyas, a member of Flagler Palm Coast High School’s Fire Academy, crosses the finish line in his firefighter gear. Photo by Sierra Williams

Craig Flagler Palms funeral home celebrates expansion of $2 million renovations PAGE 10A

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A ‘neighborhood’ Observer initiative Growth may be divisive, but here, being a good neighbor isn’t. Here’s how to get involved in next week’s Welcome to the Neighborhood plan. 9A

Led by youth Underclassmen lead Flagler Palm Coast to girls basketball victory against Matanzas Elite Dance studio becomes 2LeftFeetCure online. PAGE 10A

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INDEX

Flagler Palm Coast, Seabreeze and Matanzas girls weightlifters head to state with eyes on the podium.

Business....................PAGE 10A Calendar..................... PAGE 2B Comics ........................PAGE 5b Cops Corner............... PAGE 6A Letters.......................PAGE 12A McMillan....................PAGE 12A Public Notices............ PAGE 8B Sports......................... PAGE 3B Real Estate................ PAGE 11A Veterans....................PAGE 12A

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Wrestling champs Flagler Palm Coast wins Five Star wrestling title. Observer Publisher Brian McMillan, with the Welcome to the Neighborhood Week (Feb. 15-22) proclamation, at the Feb. 5 meeting of the Flagler County Commission. Photo by Sierra Williams

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THE OBSERVER | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2024

CITY WATCH

SIERRA WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER

City Council to review new city attorney proposals Palm Coast will begin the next step in its search for a new city attorney in the next two weeks. At the Feb. 6 Palm Coast City Council meeting, Mayor David Alfin asked the other council member for and received a consensus to bring the four requests for proposals the city has received for the position forward for presentation. Alfin asked the RFPs be presented to council within the next two weeks. “We are in a position now to move forward with our search for counsel for attorney,” Alfin said. “I’d like to keep it going. And there would be no sense to procrastinate at this point in time.” Former City Attorney Neysa Borkert left the position in December for another inhouse position at her firm, Garganese, Weiss, D’Agresta & Salzman, P.A. The law firm has represented Palm Coast in city meetings since 2008 but is unable to supply another dedicated person to function as the city’s attorney in Borkert’s place.

Landings CDD will now include Cascades The Palm Coast City Council has approved a petition to expand the Landings Community Development District to include the Cascades development. A CDD is a special-purpose government that functions as a way for developers to finance the infrastructure costs of a large residential community, senior planner Phong Nguyen said. The Landings CDD, located south of Seminole Woods and Citation Boulevard and east of Highway U.S. 1, originally covered 204 acres. After the inclusion of Byrndog PCP’s Cascades development — which includes the 44-acred “hook piece” owned by JTL Grand Landings — the CDD now encompasses 560 acres. The Palm Coast City Council unanimously approved the petition at its Feb. 6 business meeting. Council member Cathy Heighter was absent. Nguyen said one of the benefits of a CDD is that the city is not responsible for the costs of installing infrastructure. “The city doesn’t have to use up funding in order to support this project,” he said. Jeff Douglas — the Cascades developer — is the chairman on the Landings CDD board of supervisors. Attorney Michael Chiumento represents the Cascades development and, according to the CDD website, is the CDD’s district counsel. The petition to expand the CDD was first heard at the Dec. 5 City Council meeting and was approved, with the provision that the petition was corrected to reflect the accurate number of residential units that would be in the new Landings boundaries. (The Dec. 5 version of the document listed the total units as over 1,000 in some places and 801 in others.) The number of units in the petition are used to estimate infrastructure costs. The original petition was filed in October, before the Cascades was limited to a total 416 units. The corrected documents approved by council on Feb. 6 reflected the total number of residential units, 913. The Cascades has 416 units, the JTL hook parcel has 93

The Landings CDD’s previous borders and the borders with the expansion. Image from Palm Coast City Council meeting documents

units and the original Landings CDD has 399. COUNCIL APPROVES $450,000 DEPOSIT FOR PROJECT DESIGN ESTIMATE THROUGH FPL

A cost estimate says moving transmission facilities could cost the city $3.3 million. Relocating transmission facilities is part of the city’s Matanzas Woods Parkway westward extension project, which entails adding additional railroad crossings from the Florida East Coast railway to access city land on the west side of the railroad. The project requires coordination with the FEC, Florida Power and Light and the Florida Department of Transportation. “The FPL relocation is our critical path method to moving forward to construction of the roadway,” Stormwater and Engineering Director Carl Cote said. FPL is responsible for moving transmission facilities and provided the city with the estimate. The scope of work is listed on meeting documents as “the temporary relocation of transmission lines that will provide

a working area for the bridge construction over railroad tracks and the installation of taller permanent poles due to the elevated road crossing.” If the city wants a detailed design and cost estimate, FPL requires a $450,000 deposit, according to the meeting documents. City staff asked the council permission to pay the deposit for the detailed estimate. Council member Theresa Pontieri said the figure does not allow the city to budget appropriately. “This is a ridiculous letter, to me,” Pontieri said. “I just find this to be incredibly unprofessional on behalf of FPL.” Council member Nick Klufas agreed, pointing out that FPL is in a position of power where it can name its terms. Cote said the estimate is an “engineer’s estimate,” that uses previous, similar work to gauge the cost of a project, a tactic the city itself has used in the past. The overall cost estimate could go up or down, he said, and the funds would be reimbursed by a future FDOT grant. The council unanimously approved the $450,000 deposit.

Fire department celebrates promotions, new firefighters Palm Coast Fire Department has added five new firefighters to its team and promoted four others. Driver engineer Kalin Graham has been promoted to lieutenant, replacing retired Lt. Rich Cline. Firefighters Anthony Forte, Michael Ginn and Dylan Mulligan were all promoted to driver engineers. The new firefighters have all joined the PCFD since November 2023. They are: James Allinson, Cole Dipatre, Joshua Gilliam, Izaiah Lee and Osvaldo Sene. The ceremony also celebrated the life-saving actions of multiple PCFD first responders over the last year. The following firefighters received Unit Commendation Ribbons for their services: Engine 29’s Lt. Nikolay Kulev, driver engineer Anthony Forte, and firefighterEMT Gunner Pemberton for their actions on Jan. 5 rescuing a woman and infant from a submerged vehicle. Engine 25’s Lt. Daniel Driscoll, driver engineer Anton Tagintsev, and firefighter-EMT Joshua Gilliam for their Jan. 4 rescue of a man from an upside-down vehicle. Engine 24’s Lt. Joseph Paci, driver engineer Brandon Davis, and firefighter Kyle Gardner for their part in helping save a man in cardiac arrest on Sept. 2. Engine 22’s Lt. Richard Cline, driver engineer Julie Rivera and Firefighter Tyler Major for their part in rescuing a man in cardiac arrest on July 9. Engine 22’s Lt. Joseph Paci, driver engineer Brandon Davis, and firefighter Tyler Major for helping save the life of a man in cardiac arrest last February.

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THE OBSERVER | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2024

STATE OF THE CITY

‘Renewal and revitalization’

Palm Coast Mayor David Alfin. Photos by Sierra Williams

Mayor David Alfin highlighted the city’s first responders, economic growth, public safety and expansion of infrastructure. SIERRA WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER

conomic growth, public safety and quality of life were just a few of the topics highlighted in Palm Coast’s 2024 State of the City Address on Feb. 1. “It’s the dawn of another year in our beautiful city,” Mayor David Alfin said, “marking a time of renewal and revitalization.” The address, held at the Palm Coast Community Center, was livestreamed on the city’s YouTube page and attended in person by Palm Coast residents and Flagler County elected officials, including the Flagler County commissioners and Sherif Rick Staly. At the end of his speech, Alfin awarded three community service awards to Palm Coast residents. The Public Service Award was given to Veteran Services Officer David Lydon for his “unwavering dedication to serving the veteran community in Palm Coast and Flagler County.” Flagler Cares Chief Executive Officer Carrie Baird received the Citizen of the Year Award. Alfin said Baird demonstrated “exceptional leadership and commitment to addressing the diverse needs of our community.” Finally, the Next Generation Award was given to Erik Libby, founder of the To-Do Dudes, for innovation and entrepreneurial spirit. “These individuals embody the spirit of service and volunteerism, and it is through their tireless efforts that our community continues to be a place where we are all proud to live,” Alfin said. The 2024 address focused on the city’s successes in public safety, economic vitality, infrastructure and the city’s focus on quality of life. PUBLIC SAFETY

In 2023, real estate website UpHomes named Palm Coast the second safest city in Florida. Staly also referenced a survey by automatelife.net, which lists Palm Coast as the 39th safest city in the United States. The survey is titled “America’s Most Trusting Towns of

2023.” Staly said both of these surveys reflect the effective collaboration between the community and law enforcement. “Notably, crime in Palm Coast has experienced an impressive 54% decrease since I took office in 2017, reaching a 25-year low,” Staly said. The FCSO answered 117,931 calls for service in 2023, while the Palm Coast Fire Department answered 14,310, the highest 12-month call volume in the department’s 50-year history. In 2024, Fire Chief Kyle Berryhill said, the PCFD will be establishing a new fire station in Seminole Woods, which will be funded by a $5 million state appropriation. “As we look ahead, rest assured that the Palm Coast Fire Department remains dedicated to serving you, our community,” Berryhill said. INFRASTRUCTURE

“Despite economic challenges in 2023,” Alfin said, “our Utility Department has maintained essential services.” To support the city’s anticipated growth, he said, the city has fast tracked a study to increase the water treatment plants’ capacity and have reviewed another study addressing the city’s utility rates. Palm Coast will have the first of two public hearings debating an increase to the city’s utility rates on Feb. 20. Alfin said the increase to utility rates is part of the city’s plan for services to remain “exceptional, both now and in the future.” “We understand that hearing about possible increases in utility rates can be unpleasant,” Alfin said. “But please know that these decisions are not made randomly.” Palm Coast’s Public Works Department and the Stormwater and Engineering Department both had their own successes in 2023, Alfin said. Public Works’ saved $894,000 for residents through its fleet vehicle management, he said, while Stormwater’s pipe crew completed 53 projects totaling over 5,000 linear feet. “Their work ensures that our community is better equipped to handle challenges that may occur with our drainage system or, possibly, avoid them altogether,” Alfin said.

"These individuals embody the spirit of service and volunteerism.”

County Commissioners David Sullivan and Greg Hansen and Flagler School Board member Will Furry.

support local businesses and are passionate about attracting outside industries that foster innovation.” QUALITY OF LIFE

“As we look ahead, rest assured that the Palm Coast Fire Department remains dedicated to serving you, our community.” KYLE BERRYHILL, PCFD Fire Chief

The Promenade — a multi-use facility with retail and restaurants on the ground floor and one- to two-bedroom apartments on above floors — will soon break ground on the corner of Bulldog Drive and Central Avenue. “Palm Coast is at the cusp of unparalleled advancement and prosperity,” Alfin said. “We eagerly

Palm Coast’s Waterfront park and the new Southern Recreation Center were the city’s two major park improvement projects in 2023. Waterfront reopened last fall with new amenity installations, including a floating dock for kayaks and paddleboards and the installation of a extensive landscaping. The park is also undergoing an expansion to its available parking. The Southern Recreation Center project also broke ground in 2023. The project is turning the existing Tennis Center into a complex that also includes 12 pickleball courts and a community center space with a restaurant and indoor locker rooms and meeting spaces. “The facility, which is part of the city’s parks and recreation master plan, will be the ultimate addition to our recreational landscape,” Alfin said. In the coming year, he said, Palm Coast has even more to look forward to as the city looks for private funding options for a massive proposed sports complex on Palm Coast’s undeveloped western side. “As we continue to navigate the path forward,” Alfin said, “let’s embrace the upcoming year with optimism, unity, and a shared pledge to make Palm Coast an even more wonderful place to live, learn, work, and play.”

BY THE NUMBERS

98,411

residents live in Palm Coast.

2nd

Palm Coast was rated the second-safest city in Florida.

54%

decrease in crime has occurred since Sheriff Rick Staly took office in 2017.

14,310

calls for service were answered by the Palm Coast Fire Department

firefighters work for the PCFD. There are also over 20 volunteers

117,931

calls for services were answered by the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office

600

employees were with the city of Palm Coast

950,000 people visited Palm Coast in 2023

Palm Coast City Council members Ed Danko, Cathy Heighter, Theresa Carli Pontieri and Nick Klufas.

Sources: Palm Coast and Flagler County Sheriff’s Office’s annual reports

DAVID ALFIN, Palm Coast May

ECONOMIC VITALITY

FCSO Sheriff Rick Staly.

Palm Coast had “significant business growth” across multiple industries in the last year, Alfin said. The grand opening of Advent Health Palm Coast Parkway created 600 local jobs. The new hospital is a “crucial response” to Palm Coast’s health demands and growing population, he said. And health care infrastructure will continue to advance in 2024 with the construction of a state of the art cancer center at AdentHealth Palm Coast. “This endeavor is a testament to our partnerships for our residents’ well-being,” Alfin said. Alfin also announced that the new BJ’s Wholesale Club is slated to open in the summer.

Palm Coast Mayor David Alfin with award recipients Veteran Services Officer David Lydon, Flagler Cares Chief Executive Officer Carrie Baird and Erik Libby, founder of the To-Do Dudes.

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Old Kings Road roundabout planned ‘This is a sovereignty The roundabout was built into the Radiance question’ development agreement. SIERRA WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER

A $2.5 million roundabout is planned for south Old Kings Road as part of the Radiance development planned for the area. The roundabout and development would be located on the east side of the intersection of Audubon Way and Old Kings Road near Flagler County’s southern border. A left turn lane is required at the development’s entrance because of the amount of traffic the Radiance development would generate with over 1,200 units, Growth Management Director Adam Mengel said. “A roundabout would do that better, in staff’s opinion,” Mengel said. The roundabout will not be funded by the county. The decision the Flagler County Commission approved — in a 4-1 vote with Commissioner Leann Pennington dissenting — on Feb. 5 was to allow the developer, Venture 8 LLC, to build the roundabout and

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receive transportation impact fee credits for the cost of building it. The $2.5 million cost estimate — which Mengel said will very likely increase over time with construction costs — equates to roughly 1,600 units worth of impact fee credits. The Radiance development was approved for just over 1,200 units. The cost of the roundabout is more expensive than the Radiance’s impact fees. The remaining credits will be transferrable and can be used elsewhere, Mengel said, so long as it is within the same expenditure district east of the Florida East Coast railroad right-of-way. “The idea here (is) those credits have to be used first by Venture 8, or their successors, and then they can be transferable,” Mengel said. Mengel said the roundabout was previously approved as part of the development’s Planned Unit Development agreement with the county. Some locals attended the Feb. 5 commission meeting to express concerns about the danger of installing a roundabout. Flagler County resident Tom Hudson said he and other locals have been trying to keep roundabouts from Old Kings Road.

“The residents in that area do not — do not — want roundabouts,” he said. Hudson also expressed concerns about the future of Old Kings Road, which will likely be widened to four lanes. Commission Chair Andy Dance said that while expanding Old Kings Road is on the county’s priority list, there is not, at this stage, a timeline for that. Regardless, Mengel said it would be possible to expand the roundabout to accommodate four lanes. Dance said he wanted to clear up miscommunications about roundabout safety — Old Kings Road already has a history of accidents, even without roundabouts, he said. “Red lights have problems. Roundabouts significantly have less problems, but do have problems,” Dance said. Because the idea of the roundabout was staff-generated, the commission is able to change it, Mengel said, likely during the final plat approval process, which is likely several months out. Commissioner Dondald O’Brien said the idea of a roundabout was settled with the PUD’s approval. “Roundabouts work, they’re safe,” O’Brien said. “You cannot deny the data that they’re effective everywhere we’ve implemented them.”

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Ormond Beach attorney Cliff Shepard said in a mediation meeting between Flagler County and the city that the main issue in its lawsuit against the county is not about conservation. “This is a sovereignty question, much more so than a conservation question,” he said. “...They [the developer] had no right to convey to you that which they did not have.” Ormond Beach and Flagler County representatives met on Feb. 6 at Ormond Beach City Hall to discuss potential resolutions that would avoid further litigation. Ormond Beach filed a lawsuit against the developer U.S. Capital Alliance LLC and Flagler County on Oct. 27 over what the city calls violations to its development agreement with U.S. Capital’s Hunter’s Ridge development. Ormond Beach’s lawsuit cites that U.S. Capital violated its development agreement by not conveying almost 300 acres of conservation lands to the city and issuing Flagler County a 60-foot-wide public road easement in 2017 through those conservation lands. Among the listed violations in the lawsuit, the city’s complaint said the easement violated the city’s comprehensive plan for conservation lands. Shepard said in the public meeting that Ormond Beach is looking to have the easement removed and then the city may be willing to work out resolutions to the access needs by Flagler County and the developer. Shepard said the city would like to see the easement released and an interlocal agreement or some kind of contract between the Ormond Beach and Flagler County granting the county access through what is known as the “40-grade,” a dirt path through the 300 conservation acres. The easement the county has from U.S. Capital grants it access-rights to the 40-grade in perpetuity, without being subject to future changes like an interlocal would, Flagler County assistant attorney Sean Moylan said. Shepard said the perpetuity was the concern. “The nonstarter is you cannot keep what you unlawfully took, even if it was accidental,” he said. Shepard said his communications with county attorney Al Hadeed, who was not present at the Feb. 6 meeting, had a focus on the conservation side of the lawsuit. “It’s not like we’re anti conservation,” he said. “We are pro protecting our sovereignty.” “You’re pro litigation,” Moylan said. “Well,” Shepard said, “guilty. Because I’m going to win.” Moylan also said that any agreement changing the easement would also need to be approved by the developer, who holds the title on the property with the 40-grade until it conveys the land to Ormond Beach. The developer and their lawyers said they would be willing to work out a resolution. Both parties agreed to ask their elected officials if voiding the easement and entering into an agreement granting limited access to the 40-grade would suffice, or altering Flagler County’s easement in a way that would satisfy the city.

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Flagler Schools closing teacher gap

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The Flagler County School District teacher shortage is shrinking. Flagler Schools is currently looking to fill about seven classroom positions, Superintendent LaShakia Moore said. “We’re in a much better place than we were in last year,” Moore said. The district hired seven teachers in late January while one teacher resigned and one was terminated since Jan. 26. Moore said 17 classrooms in the district currently have some kind of long-term substitute, but many of them are certified teachers. Some are retired and some others are awaiting their certification to be issued from the state of Florida, she said. The district’s greatest need continues to be paraprofessionals, Moore said. The district hired two paraprofessionals — one for Rymfire Elementary School, one for Bunnell Elementary School — in the past two

Flagler School Superintendent LaShakia Moore. Photo by Brent Woronoff

weeks, according to the district’s February personnel item list. But a paraprofessional at Belle Terre Elementary resigned effective Jan. 30. The seven teachers that were hired from Jan. 24 to Jan. 31 include a replacement for Bunnell Elementary School teacher Anthony Hines, who resigned in September amid the investigation into the school’s assemblies for African American students. The district also hired a speech-language pathologist at Flagler Palm Coast High School, a pre-K ESE teacher at BES, two teachers at Buddy Taylor Middle School (one that’s a new position), a teacher at FPC and a teacher at Matanzas High. Moore said the district currently has 10 instructional positions that are open. Of those, at least five are class-

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Beach Vandalism. Local small business owners called police after they found rocks and dirt in the back of their trailer, a day after they spotted two boys throwing rocks and chunks of dirt in the area. The business owners told police that they had been leaving for work the day before when they noticed the boys in a grassy area where trees had been removed, and that they asked them to stop, according to an incident report. When the officer arrived at the scene, he noted he could see small footprints in the dirt mound. The officer went around a nearby apartment building, asking residents about the boys. He found one of them, who said his friend had thrown rocks at the trailer but that he hadn’t done anything wrong. The officer then spoke to that boy’s mother, who said it was the other boy who had thrown the rocks. The business owners didn’t wish to get the kids in trouble, so they asked for a report to show the apartment building’s management that the tenants were responsible for the damage.

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INSTANT KARMA 11:59 p.m. — 1400 block of East Moody Boulevard, Bunnell DUI. A Bunnell man who was under arrest for a DUI charge was more concerned about being able to smoke his next cigarette than being arrested. A police officer was driving along East Moody Boulevard when a white Ford pickup sped out of a bar, nearly hitting the officer’s patrol car, according to the suspect’s arrest report. As the man left his truck to check for any damage, the officer noticed the man was heavily slurring his speech. The officer told the man to return to his truck and

when he did, the suspect kept repeatedly searching his cab and pockets for a cigarette. The officer told the suspect to quit moving around, to which the man said “I just want a cigarette. I’m going to jail, I know.” Not only was the man’s speech incoherent,but the officer smelled alcohol on the suspect’s breath and found opened beer bottles in the center console, the report said. As the suspect was placed under arrest, another officer contacted the first to say the suspect had been involved in a crash in the bar’s parking lot right before almost hitting the first officer.

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HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHT 11:43 a.m. — intersection County Road 325, Highway U.S. 1, Bunnell Cocaine possession. A man found with almost 17 grams of cocaine hidden in his underwear attempted to hide more in the backseat of a Sheriff’s Office patrol vehicle. The suspect was originally pulled over for the tint of his windows when deputies smelled marijuana in the car, according to the man’s arrest report. Deputies searched the man’s vehicle and found marijuana residue and sandwich bags in the car, but one deputy noticed an unnatural bulge in the man’s pants. While searching the suspect’s person, deputies found the 17 grams hidden near the suspect’s genitals, and he was placed under arrest on several drug possession charges and placed in the back of the patrol car, the report said. Later, one deputy reviewed the patrol car footage and saw the suspect pull another baggie of cocaine from his “buttocks area” and shoved the contents into the patrol car’s backseat.

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Flagler County receives $4 YOUR TOWN million state grant for library FLAGLER SCHOOLS The future ‘Nexus Center’ will be a multi-purpose facility, housing a new Bunnell branch library, county department. OBSERVER STAFF

Gov. Ron DeSantis awarded $4 million to Flagler County on Feb. 2, part of a $223 million effort to expand broadband internet access to all Floridians. The $4 million will go towards Flagler County’s future “Nexus Center” — a multi-purpose facility to house both a new library and the county’s Health and Human Services Department, a Flagler County press release said. The county qualified for the funding through a grant in the state’s multipurpose facility program designed to support community infrastructure projects. “We are thrilled by this announcement,” said County Administrator Heidi Petito. “This is huge for Flagler County. We are extremely grateful to have been awarded this money by Governor DeSantis.” During the Flagler County Commission meeting on Feb. 5, Petito said, Chief of Special Projects and

BIZ BUZZ DAYTONA AIRPORT SURPASSES PREPANDEMIC NUMBERS

versus 2022 and up 7.1% versus 2019. DAB welcomed a new airline, ultralow-cost carrier Avelo Airlines, in June 2023. The airport is also served by Delta Air Lines and American Airlines, which have provided service for 44 years and 15 years, respectively. “In the years since the pandemic shuttered commercial air service, we’ve used 2019 as a benchmark for normal passenger traffic levels, so it’s satisfying to see our numbers have officially recovered,” said Joanne Magley, airport manager for Air Service, Marketing and Customer Experience.

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Friday, Feb. 2, was School Crossing Guard Appreciation Day. Flagler Schools Superintendent LaShakia Moore and Assistant Superintendent Angela O’Brien commemorated the day by making surprise visits and handing out gift bags to the district’s crossing guards. The district and the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office partner in the crossing guard program to help ensure students arrive and depart school safely each day. At Wadsworth Elementary School, Moore helped guard the crosswalks and thanked crossing guard Thomas Maccini for his service. She also joined with FCSO deputies to honor crossing guards along Belle Terre Parkway at Wadsworth and Buddy Taylor Middle School. Moore then stopped for a few minutes to chat with Yvonne Fertall at Rymfire Elementary and with William “Sandy” Cheney at Bunnell Elementary. O’Brien stopped at Indian Trails Middle School to meet up with Brigitte Richard, who recently was promoted after two years to be a full-time crossing guard, and Ellen LeMay, a five-year veteran of the crossing guard team. They were joined by School Resource Deputy Thomas Douglas as they waited for the last two students to arrive at school. During a break, the two guards

Assistant Superintendent Angela O’Brien with Belle Terre Elementary School crossing guards Michael Folger and Richard Rivera.

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how many parents are so appreciative of what we do.” “We try to set a good example, and they develop a respect for the law,” Folger said. “I love being here first thing in the morning. We have a ball.”

PALM COAST RESIDENT IS ST. JOHNS COUNTY TEACHER OF THE YEAR Indian Trails Middle School crossing guards Brigitte Richard and Ellen LeMay warm up with some hot coffee and a doughnut.

enjoyed some hot coffee — it was 44 degrees outside — and doughnuts in a conference room with ITMS Principal Ryan Andrews and the school’s assistant principals. “We appreciate what you do every day,” Andrews told them. At Belle Terre Elementary School, O’Brien presented gift bags and certificates to Richard Rivera, a former Brevard County law enforcement officer, and Michael Folger, a one-time General Motors executive, who had just finished making sure a handful of Bobcats made it safely across Belle Terre Parkway to their campus. “I’ve watched these kids grow up,” said Rivera, who has been a crossing guard at the school for three years. “I remember some of them when they were little and clinging to their mom or dad, and now they’re confident and able to walk here by themselves. I’m surprised to see

Palm Coast resident Tina Hemby, an eighth-grade pre-algebra teacher at Mill Creek Academy in St. Augustine, was named the St. Johns County School District Teacher of the Year at a special recognition banquet on Thursday, Feb. 1. Hemby has 29 years of experience as an educator in mathematics, elementary education and general science in St. Johns County District Schools, and previously in South Carolina. She has been honored with a Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching, among her many recognitions and memberships in educational associations.

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Library Director Holly Albanese took the initiative to apply for the grant in June. Albanese has been applying for grant money for the Nexus Center for several years. The project is estimated to cost around $16 million in January 2022. The facility will provide space for an expanded Bunnell Branch Library, the Health and Human Services Department, a congregate meal site for seniors, and community rooms, the press release said. The building will sit on county-owned property on Commerce Parkway near the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office headquarters. “We revised the scope of the project from just a library to a library, a Health and Human Services Department, and a community room,” Albanese said. “It appears that was a good decision because it made us eligible for these funds. This announcement made my day. It’s a big win for our community.” Flagler County has earmarked $9.6 million earmarked for this project, alongside another $1 million in revenue from the library’s passport program, the press release said. The county also secured a $500,000 state grant last year to go toward the new facility.

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Goode, Catholic priest Father John P. Washington, and Reformed Church in America minister the Rev. Clark V. Poling. “When you’re called, you respond, and you seek to be faithful,” keynote speaker Chaplain Harry Gilman said to the Palm Coast audience. “These men did something magnificent, which required very little thought. If they thought too much, they would have started to think about themselves. In this situation, they did what needed to be done.” Among those participating in the ceremony were past commanders Joe Pepin and Dave Hammond, Chaplain Rev. Dr. Ophelia Beier, Sgt.-at-Arms Edward Beier and Joe Licata, Coastal Florida Police Fire Pipes and Drums, Flagler County Commissioners Andrew Dance and Dave Sullivan, Mayor David Alfin, Palm Coast City Council member Cathy Heighter, musicians Kermit Allison and Katya Feldman, Adjutant Gary Owens, Chaplain Harry Gilman, Honor Guard member Patrick Hartnett, Rev. Terry Wines, Rabbi Rose Eberle, Father Jose Panthaplamthottiyil, Chaplain John Johnston and past chaplain Ken Wall.

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BLUE JEANS AND BLING 2024 RAISES $9,000 About 130 people attended the annual Blue Jeans and Bling event Feb. 3, at Cattleman’s Hall, at the Flagler County Fairgrounds. The event brought in more than $9,000 for the 4-H and FFA Youth Awards

and Scholarship Fund, according to event organizer Penny Buckles. The annual 4-H and FFA Youth Livestock Show and Sale will be April 8-12. Visit http://www.flaglercountyfair.com/. Call 386-931-6597.

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Chaplain Harry Gilman praised the sacrifice of the four chaplains in a Feb. 3 ceremony hosted by the American Legion Post 115. Photo by Brian McMillan

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BUSINESS OBSERVER Elite Dance becomes 2LeftFeetCure online Craig Flagler Palms funeral home celebrates expansion Professional ballroom dancer Magdalena Piekarz said she wants to help everyone who is too shy to dance overcome their fears.

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Magdalena Piekarz said closing down her ballroom dance studio Elite Dance last November was the beginning of a new chapter in her life. Piekarz — a professional dancer for over 30 years and the former number four in the world for ballroom dancing in 2008 — is still teaching dance, but has moved online to video tutorials at 2LeftFeetCure.com. She said her videos first focus on teaching the two most important, basic dances: a slow dance and a fast dance. People often tell her they have two left feet, Piekarz said. “It takes me about 15 minutes to prove to you, you don’t,” she said. “It’s really a limited concept that people have that prevents them from trying, believing that it’s very hard, or they are afraid to look foolish.” In reality, she said, the only creature she’s ever met with two left feet is her dog, Chupa — everyone else can learn. Her goal is to reach all those people who believe they are incapable of learning to dance. There’s a gap of people, Piekarz said, that want to dance but are too scared to take that first step. Her classes on 2LeftFeetCure.com allow people to practice in their own home without feeling embarrassed, on their own time. Piekarz said she wants to show everyone who is too shy to dance that they can do it, too, and overcome their fears. “I think that’s a very beautiful mission and my new passion,” she said. At her old studio, because of

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Magdalena Piekarz, CEO of 2 Left Feet Cure, teaches Ron and Lanel Silvers to salsa. Photo by Sierra Williams

restrictions to hours, class sizes and staffing, she could only reach about 50 people at a time, she said. “Where here easily I could have 5,000 a week,” Piekarz said. “And that kind of excited me but also showed me ... that I can impact so many more lives.” Piekarz said she designed her lessons so that anyone who takes them can begin the first lesson on a Monday, finish the fifth on a Friday, and go out dancing on Saturday. Ron and Lanel Silvers have been learning from Piekarz for over a year and have followed her from Elite Dance to 2LeftFeetCure.com. Lanel Silvers said her family was always dancing at family reunions and parties, but it was not often her husband would join her on the dance floor. They’d tried three other studios before finding Piekarz, Ron Silvers said. “It’s her way of teaching. She

makes you comfortable,” he said. Her methods put everyone at ease, he said, and break down the intimidating aspects of learning to dance. He said he doesn’t hide from dancing anymore — instead, they look for opportunities to dance. “There’s still dances I’m not real comfortable with, and there’s other ones that I’ve learned that I’m comfortable with and I enjoy doing now,” Ron Silvers said. “It’s an ongoing process.” Lanel Silvers said everyone should try Piekarz’s lessons. The online classes make it more feasible with their flexibility and Piekarz’s videos make learning easy. “It’s like you have Magdalena at your back,” she said. “You can hear her voice and the way she did it with us [in person] is the same thing you hear when you’re doing the class online.”

Craig Flagler Palms Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens celebrated the completion of two new event spaces. The renovations began in February 2022 and cost around $2 million to complete. Located at 511 Old Kings Road South, the Craig Flagler Palms general manager Sal Passalaqua held a grand reopening and ribbon cutting on Jan. 31. The rooms have state of the art audio and visual systems and the funeral home offers in-house catering for those renting the spaces. The “larger, brighter modern venue” renovations are in line with changes happening in the funeral service industry, Passalaqua said. “There’s been a real dynamic shift in the funeral industry, the way families do things,” he said, “and and we’re catching up to that.” The renovations included the addition of a covered outdoor patio area with a stone fireplace that connects to a larger event space that can be set up for celebration of life services. Passalaqua said the rooms can also be rented for non-funeral related events. Those interested would just need to reach out to him, he said. Craig Flagler Palms has been serving Flagler County for over 100 years and was originally established in 1923 as Hope Cemetery. In May 2023, the cemetery expanded to include Flagler Estates, a section of six acres

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house in Ocean Hammock was the top real estate transaction for Dec. 14-20 in Palm Coast and Flagler County. Just In Time 8, LLC, of West Lake Hills, Texas, sold 506 Cinnamon Beach Lane to Erin Pash, of Mendota Heights, Minnesota, for $3,077,800. Built in 2023, the house is a 6/5.5 and has a pool, a private boardwalk and 4,758 square feet. ALEXIS MILLER CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Condos Walter and Andrea Wozniak, of Palm Coast, sold 165 Avenue De La Mer, Unit 401, to Jerry Barnette, Jr., of Palm Coast, for $580,000. Built in 2007, the condo is a 3/2.5 and has 2,014 square feet. It sold in 2012 for $300,000.

Joel David Barron and Debra Rich, of Flagler Beach, sold 3600 South Ocean Shore Blvd., Unit 516, to Irene and Daniel Dandrea, of Flagler Beach, for $325,000. Built in 1984, the condo is a 1/1 and has 715 square feet. It sold in 2021 for $219,000. Valerie and Joseph Schmalzried, of Jacksonville, sold 104 Surfview Drive, Unit 1604, to Keri Emerson, of Palm Coast, for $485,000. Built in 1992, the condo is a 2/2 and has 1,158 square feet. It sold in 2004 for $356,000. Shmuel and Tema Kissin, of Palm Coast, sold 80 Riverview Bend South, Unit 814, to John David Cole, of Palm Coast, for $320,000. Built

in 2006, the condo is a 3/2.5 and has 1,824 square feet. It sold in 2007 for $336,200.

FLAGLER BEACH Venice Park Ernesto Fernandez, of Flagler Beach, sold 152 Avalon Ave. to Nathan and Emily Berning, of Ormond beach, for $706,000. Built in 1959, the house is a 3/2 and has a pool, a boathouse, a dock and 1,482 square feet. It sold in 2022 for $580,000.

PALM COAST Artesia Colour Palmer, LLC, of St. Johns, sold 30 Sanchez Ave. to Madeline Connaughton, of Palm Coast, for $425,000. Built in 2023, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,362 square feet. Easthampton Miguel Gonzalez and Norma Acevedo, of Palm Coast, sold 1 Edward Drive to Michael Ungaro and Eva Yan, of Riverside, Connecticut, for $700,000. Built in 2020, the house is a 4/3 and has a pool and 2,313 square feet.

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DEC. 14 - DEC. 20 Grand Haven Mohsen and Sohaila Fakhar, of Westerville, Ohio, sold 26 Lakeside Drive to Jelena Kaveney, of Palm Coast, for $535,000. Built in 2006, the house is a 3/2.5 and has a pool and 2,083 square feet. It sold in 2007 for $412,500. Ocean Hammock John and Sally Reichert, of Mills River, North Carolina, sold 26 oak View Circle East to Ronald and Francina Singer, of Palm Coast, for $1,250,000. Built in 2005, the house is a 4/4 and has a pool, a fireplace and 3,027 square feet. It sold in 2013 for $617,000. Palm Coast Plantation Joseph Woodford and Victoria Clark, as co-trustees, sold 155 Heron Drive to John and Christie Knott, of Ormond Beach, for $750,000. Built in 2012, the house is a 4/3 and has a pool and 2,595 square feet. It sold in 2014 for $430,000. Pine Lakes Irene Karaitis, of Stockholm, New Jersey, sold 41 Westrobin Lane to Aaliaya Nieves Patterson and Danna Nieves Patterson, of Palm Coast, for $330,000. Built in 2002, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,746 square feet.

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house beachside was the top real estate transaction for Dec. 24-30 in Ormond Beach and Ormond-by-the-Sea. Timothy and Rhynda Gilliam, of Ormond Beach, sold 359 Ocean Shore Blvd. to Michael Leon Irons and Lisa Irons, of Chapin, South Carolina, for $6,200,000. Built in 2015, the house is a 7/7 and has 3 half baths, a fireplace, a pool, a hot tub, a theater room, a wine cellar, two gas fire pits and 9,389 square feet. ALEXIS MILLER CONTRIBUTING WRITER

ORMOND BEACH Halifax Plantation Clifford and Vera Krukemeier, of Ormond Beach, sold 1332 Wicklow Lane to Susan and Terrance Gooding, of Ormond Beach, for $580,000. Built in 1998, the house is a 4/3 and has a pool, a hot tub and 2,575 square feet. It sold in 1999 for $215,000. Hunters Ridge Pergola Place, LLC, of Alexandria, Virginia, sold 134 Pergola Place to Randy Sorrentino, of Ormond Beach, for $330,000. Built in 2017, the house is a 4/2 and has 1,674 square feet. It sold in 2017 for $230,000. Ormond Shores Dorothy Smith, of Ormond Beach, sold 166 River Beach Drive to James Slavin and Donna Louise Slavin, of Saint Johns, for $316,500. Built in 1961, the house is a 3/2 and

has 1,414 square feet. Ormond Terrace Nicholas and Laura Greer, of Bunnell, sold 227 Putnam Ave. to Jeffrey and Toni Wright, of Ormond Beach, for $500,000. Built in 1958, the house is a 4/3.5 and has a fireplace, an in-law suite and 3,226 square feet. It sold in 1989 for $89,000. Treasure Oaks Ernie and Ginger Addison, of Daytona Beach, sold 116 Treasure Lane to Don and Karen Durham, of Ormond Beach, for $625,000. Built in 1963, the house is a 4/2 and has a pool and 2,249 square feet. It sold in 2019 for $355,000.

ORMOND-BY-THE-SEA Aqua Vista Circles Michael Edwin Carnes and Marea Spencer Carnes, of Ormond Beach, sold 40 Aqua Vista Drive to Heidi Lee Wohlfarth Kerr, of Ormond Beach, for $434,000. Built in 1962, the house is a 2/2 and

REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

DEC. 24 - DEC. 30 has 1,497 square feet. It sold in 2019 for $264,000. Not in a subdivision Scott Strasser, as a personal representative, sold 1200 John Anderson Drive to Stephen Lofvers and Amanda Eileen Lofvers, of Ormond Beach, for $1,250,000. Built in 1972, the house is a 4/3.5 and has a fireplace, a pool, a boathouse and 4,589 square feet. It sold in 2000 for $32,850. Pierside Bruce and Joyce Nelson, of Ormond Beach, sold 145 Riverwalk Court to Sherif and Marian Botros, of Wesley Chapel, for $350,000. Built in 1987, the house is a 2/2 and has a fireplace and 1,448 square feet. It sold in 1992 for $88,000. Plaza Shores Daniel Dean and Carmen Lacombe Dean, of Grassy Creek, North Carolina, sold 27 Plaza Drive to Roman Gulakowski, Jr. and Barbara Ann Gulakowski, of Ormond Beach, for $448,000. Built in 1968, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,384 square feet. It sold in 2008 for $124,900. Roberta Heights Andrew and Melissa Auringer, of Ormond Beach, sold 103 Roberta Road to Roy Alan Premer, of Ormond Beach, for $390,000. Built in 1953, the house is a 2/1 and has 972 square feet. It sold in 2022 for $316,000.

John Adams, of Adams, Cameron & Co. Realtors, contributed to this report.

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MY VIEW

PALM COAST

Residential development is not economic development

THERESA PONTIERI PALM COAST CITY COUNCIL

While residential development provides jobs and can help attract businesses to a community, residential development does not equal economic development. The sentiment that we can rely on residential development for economic development is a false one that is not sustainable for our city’s long-term financial sustainability. There’s only so much land to build on, so what happens when that land is gone? What if the infrastructure is not in place to sustain the pace of growth? And where do the influx of

people brought in by this residential development work? These are the questions many have been chastised for asking. The facts are this: Our unemployment rate in Flagler County was 13th highest in Florida as of December 2023, and 92% of our ad valorem taxes last year rested on the shoulders of our residents due to the lack of diversity in our tax base and our lack of commercial, manufacturing and industry. Perhaps we’ve been relying on residential development as economic development for far too long. This reliance on residential development translates to a reliance on residential ad valorem to largely fund our General Fund, which pays for necessities like fire, police and public works. Not only is this a dangerous reliance due to things out of our control, such as market conditions and possible legislation that could get passed at the state level,

but it’s an impossible way to keep our taxes low while simultaneously protecting our quality of life. We’ve been building rooftops; now, we need to focus on industry outside of residential construction. We, as a city, need to continue to work on initiatives to better support our local businesses, such as helping them get certificates of occupancy quicker and making them operational sooner. We need to focus on bringing more industry and manufacturing to our city by providing pad-ready real estate cites and incentives to entice larger companies with good-paying jobs to come to Palm Coast. I have had numerous conversations with both our city staff and our Chamber of Commerce regarding these initiatives, and there is consensus to continue working collaboratively towards these common goals. While I’m not anti-development,

I’m very focused on ensuring we have infrastructure in place to sufficiently handle the influx of residential development. Impact fees are nothing more than shiny pennies, and I refuse to subsidize the cost of new residential development with my current taxpayers’ monies. I simply want reasonable growth that we have the resources to sustain. Our roads, utilities, and water capacity are in need of major improvements, and the publicly accessible figures show that much of the reason for our increased infrastructure needs and costs are due to increased growth. I am pro-growth, but in a smart, calculated manner that will ensure we are providing a strong foundation upon which our city can flourish and preserve the quality of life our residents have come to rely on, appreciate, and enjoy.

reduce your utility bill: Make sure that your toilets are functioning properly (leaking toilets are the biggest reasons for adding costs to your bill); when purchasing new appliances, find those with more water-wise efficiencies; limit your water use with less or shorter lawn irrigation and showers, and cut the amount of time you run water in your sinks. I’m proud to say that nearly 48% of our residents practice water conservation efforts and use less than 2,000 gallons of water a month. Learn more about conserving water on the city’s website at: palmcoast. gov/water-tips Regarding the installation of an irrigation well system at your home, your wish to invest in this procedure may become complicated. Homeowners should only install private well systems if reclaimed water service is NOT available to them. Builders are made aware

of where reclaimed water service is available at the time of building permit application. Also, for the safety of all utility customers, private companies who install these systems cannot interconnect their work in any way with our city’s public utility system, its water mains, service lines, or pipes. The design, permitting, construction, and use of a private irrigation well must also comply with the most current regulations of the Flagler County Health Department, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, and the St. Johns River Water Management District, as appropriate. Small-diameter irrigation wells are permitted through Flagler County.

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Why is my water bill so high?

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Question from a resident: My water bill keeps going up every single month. There must be a way to reduce my costs. I notice I’m paying an awful lot of money for just the base charge on the bill. Why is it so much? Also, can I install an irrigation well system at my house to reduce my costs for city water? Palm Coast’s treatment and ser-

vice of your water is intricate. The water bill section for your property’s utility bill is divided into two segments: your base charges and your usage charges. Base charges cover the fixed costs related to dependably supplying you with enough capacity for servicing water and treating the sewer coming from your home. These charges consider ongoing personnel, debt service, maintenance for pipelines, valves, elevated tanks, pump stations and treatment facilities. Your usage charges are billed as per thousand gallons for the additional cost to treat the water you are using each month. These expenses include the chemicals, plant personnel, electricity, repairs and maintenance needed. Here are a few suggestions to

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Time to update ITT’s vision, with today’s facts in Palm Coast Dear Editor: To know where we’re going, we must know where we came from. Palm Coast was originally designed and built by ITT in the late 1960s. Gasoline was 36 cents per gallon back then, and the entire population of Flagler County was 4,454. ITT executives planned a community based upon the living capacities and capabilities of that time. Home size, electricity, water, sewer, the PEP system, garbage, numbers of vehicles and vehicle use — the necessities of community living back then were what went into the Palm Coast equation. These demographics set at 1960s to 1970s values seemed to fit, and the system worked. As times changed, the homes got bigger, electric use skyrocketed with all our new gadgets, automobile use and traffic way up, water and sewer use up, garbage amounts doubled and more, and drainage, well, we have been hearing from

residents where that stands. This has been the Florida way of building a city: “Build it and they will come.” The ITT plan was all nice, bundled up, and running while the population stayed at a low growth rate. Now, we have about 125,000 residents, some say halfway to a big city of 250,000. Rather than focusing on big city Palm Coast, we need critical attention right now by everybody to the present Palm Coast. We cannot go forward to the dream of a Palm Coast with 250,000 or more residents until the now Palm Coast is in the condition ITT or anybody said it would be in their grand design at this stage of the game. It may be time to pause, reconsider, and reassess the ITT model for Palm Coast. Is it working and is it the best way for us to go forward in the 21st century? The question I have is can this community continue this rate of breakneck growth to 250,000 or more residents with the problems we are having right now at half that number without experiencing a huge hit on current residents’ quality of life?

This is where we’ve been, I hope we know where we are going. JEFFERY C. SEIB Palm Coast

Why publish such a disparaging letter on pro-choice? Dear Editor: I noted with alarm a letter to the editor in last week’s Observer in which the writer critiqued previous coverage by the Observer of a local women’s rights/pro-choice rally. The writer objected to the reporting, claiming the rally participants, Democrats, and seemingly the Observer, as well, were euphemistically promoting “killing babies.” The writer went further with some disparaging attempts to conflate “undesirable” immigrants with pro-choice philosophy. I’m surprised that the Observer would publish such an inflammatory letter by a writer who clearly confuses pro-choice stances with infanticide, which abortion very definitely is not … and would insert

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Many of us can relate to the following situation: You drive home from work, or you walk your dog, and you

notice that you have a new neighbor who has just moved into a house nearby. So you think: I should introduce myself. But, you talk yourself out of it. It’s probably not a good time. Maybe it will be awkward. I’ll just wait around for the right moment. Well, next week is the right moment. On Feb. 15, the Observer will publish its inaugural Welcome to the Neighborhood edition, a pull-

out section filled with information that will be especially useful for new move-ins, answering questions such as the following: Where are the parks, libraries and hospitals in our community? Who are my elected officials, and how can I contact them? What’s the history of my new city? The Observer invites you to pick up a copy of the Feb. 15 edition, pull out the special section and knock on that new neighbor’s door. You could say something like this: “Hi! I got this in our local newspaper, but it’s really for you. Welcome to the neighborhood.”

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some biased pejorative immigration remarks, bereft of reason, trying to tie that somehow with the prochoice event. Given the OK to publish this kind of letter, would the Observer now be willing to publish a letter contending that draconian anti-abortion laws and stances are akin to dystopian “forced birth” and firmly places the blame for stripping away women’s health care rights and forcing women to give birth on the unsettling resurgence of Christian Nationalism embraced by Republicans? ROBERT GORDON Palm Coast

Editor’s Note: The Observer does not have a stance on abortion rights; the newspaper’s goal is to build bridges of understanding by helping one group of residents understand how an opposing group thinks and feels. Your letter is a welcome addition. I agree that the previous letter writer’s use of the word “undesirable” with reference to immigrants is offensive and should not have been published. Thanks for your contribution. Sincerely, Brian McMillan, publisher.

Welcome to the Neighborhood: an Observer initiative In the Feb. 15 edition, a special section called ‘Welcome to the Neighborhood’ can connect you and your neighbor.

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A big friendly smile, a neighborhood newspaper: the beginning of a beautiful friendship. Growth is often a divisive issue in our community, but being a good neighbor shouldn’t be. This initiative won’t solve our problems, but it could multiply our community spirit and help new move-ins feel more welcome. If you want to participate in what Flagler County and Palm Coast have proclaimed Welcome to the Neighborhood Week, look for the Feb. 15 edition and take it to a new move-in. Then, email me and let me know, at brian@observerlocalnews.com.

Dennis Bird  Branch of military: U.S. Navy  Dates of service: 1975-1998  Rank/occupation: Chief Warrant Officer 3 / Aircraft Maintenance Officer  Hometown: Trenton, New Jersey Dennis Bird enlisted in the Navy as an integrated electrical systems specialist and attended boot camp at Naval Training Center in Orlando. He then commenced his specialized training regarding installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of various electrical systems on naval vessels, to include power distribution systems, navigation equipment, communication systems, radar systems, and other electronic components crucial to the functioning of the ship. He served in that capacity for over 13 years, and due to his high competence and merit, he was selected for commissioning as a warrant officer. In that role he was trained as an aircraft material control and allocation officer and an aircraft organizational maintenance officer. Bird is a veteran of the Gulf War, having supported Operation: Desert Storm. Upon retirement from Naval service, Bird was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal with one bronze star, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon with 4 devices, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Armed Forces Service Medal, Kuwait Liberation Medal, 3 Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals, and two Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals, among others. Bird retired in 1998 and he and his wife Judy of 47 years purchased a home in Palm Coast. He volunteers his time providing music lessons as an instructor with Guitars 4 Vets. For benefits and organizations for veterans, call 386-313-4014.

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

YOUR NEIGHBORS FROM TRAGEDY TO TRIUMPH Three hundred and four people run/walk in Palm Coast Tunnel to Towers 5K SIERRA WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER

Robert MacDonald and FPC Fire Academy student Andrew Gulyas both wore fire gear in the race. Pictured: MacDonald, Gulyas and MacDonald’s grandson Nathan, also dressed in a firefighter uniform, with Palm Coast Mayor David Alfin. Photos by Sierra Williams

Laurice Viola finishes the 5K with a smile.

Michael Appolonia is greeted as he crosses the finish line with his father, Patrick Appolonia Sr.

YOUR TOWN SURVEY: HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT A BEACH RENOURISHMENT IN FLAGLER COUNTY? Flagler County beaches mean something to everyone, and now is the time to speak up. It is for that reason that the Flagler County Board of County Commissioners asks its residents and businesses to take the short and confidential survey that will be sent countywide on Feb. 12 through a text messaging system. While the text message will contain the Flagler County logo, the text message will be sent by the consulting firm PFM Advisors on behalf of the county. “It is critical that we get input from our residents across the county,” said Commission Chair Andy Dance. “We need to know from everyone how you use the beaches, and the value that you place on them.” The big question to answer is this: How do you feel about a Beach Nourishment Program to maintain the beaches in Flagler County? In the event the text message is missed or not received, the survey is available at https://surveys.reconmr. com/S2/1/Flagler/ Additional information is available on the Flagler County website: https://www.flaglercounty.gov/

PCFD Chief Kyle Berryhill presented Palm Coast Volunteer Fire Rescue Vice President Howard Peiffer the Follow The Footsteps Award on behalf of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

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PALM COAST OPEN BEGINS 13TH YEAR, WELCOMING TENNIS STARS, $15,000 PRIZES The city of Palm Coast invites residents and visitors Feb. 9-18 to the Palm Coast Open, a United States Tennis Association Pro Circuit event, now in its 13th year. This event showcases tennis talent from across the globe, competing for $15,000 in prize money and crucial ranking points with the Association of Tennis Professionals. In addition to witnessing worldclass tennis, amateur tennis players are invited to participate by registering for the Wild Card Qualifiers Tournament to showcase their skills and compete alongside professional athletes. This year, Palm Coast has been chosen as the site for a shadow test by Foxtenn, an industry leader in tennis officiating technology. Unlike traditional systems that rely on bounce estimations, Foxtenn uses 40 ultra-high-speed cameras capable of generating more than 100,000 images per second to ensures precision and reliability in line calls. The Palm Coast Open starts on Feb. 9-10, with wildcard qualifying matches, with finalists for the wildcard matches being selected on Sunday, Feb. 11. Palm Coast Open qualifying matches will run Feb. 1216, with semifinal and doubles final

Over 300 registered for and ran in Palm Coast’s 2024 Tunnel to Towers 5K run/walk on Feb. 3. As of Feb. 5, the city’s third annual race for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation had raised over $20,000, according to an email from Palm Coast Communications Director Brittany Kershaw. Kershaw said the race had 304 participants, 25 more participants than in 2023. B r ya n McMahon, John Johnston,and Fredrick Gleissner each raised $1,325, $855, and $570, respectively, a city press release said. Several teams also worked together to raise funds: “Team No Judge” raised $1,550, followed by “FDNY Gone South” with $860 and “Roger ‘Papa’ Thibault” with $415. All proceeds will go to the foundation, which helps support the families of fallen veterans and first responders. Palm Coast has now raised over $55,000 for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation over the last three years, Kershaw said. Ahead of the race, Palm Coast Fire Department Fire Chief Kyle Berryhill presented the Follow The Footsteps Award to Palm Coast Volunteer Fire Rescue Vice President Howard Peiffer on behalf of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Peiffer has served in the fire service for 66 years and is a former PCFD fire chief. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation was formed after 9/11 in 2001 by Frank Siller, whose brother Stephen Siller was one of the 343 first responders killed while attempting to save lives. Stephen Siller had just gotten off his shift that morning when he heard about the planes crashing into the Twin Towers, according to the Foundation’s website. Stephen Siller returned to his squad, drove his truck to the entrance of the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel and ran through the tunnel to where it connected to the Twin Towers, the website said. The foundation held its first 5K in NYC, and it has since

matches on Saturday, Feb. 17. Final matches and awards will take place on Sunday, Feb. 18, as will wheelchair tennis and Special Olympics Exposition Games.

DONATIONS SOUGHT FOR TWO-DAY RUMMAGE SALE AT TEMPLE BETH SHALOM For the first time in its history, Temple Beth Shalom in Palm Coast is introducing a two-day rummage sale that wraps around the Jewish Sabbath. Opening day begins 9 a.m. Friday, Feb. 16, when sales begin and item donations will be accepted, and will shut down by 1 p.m. to clear the grounds in preparation for Sabbath services at 7 p.m. The sale will continue 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18, with newly received items featured. Items will include furniture, electronics, household items, tools, books, vintage jewelry, paintings, and many sort-through surprises. The Palm Coast community is welcome to participate in advance by dropping off re-usable items in near-new shape at the Temple on Mondays, Wednesdays or Fridays between 9 a.m. and noon, when receipts for donated goods can be available. Door-to-door pick-up from your home or place of business can be arranged in advance by calling Temple President Robert Arkin at 386-9322258. This “Wrap-around Rummage

RESULTS Below are the remaining first place winners in each age group, according to the registration website. Best male overall: Christopher Vecchione. Best female overall: Kimberley Roberts, 34, at 21 minutes and 57 seconds. FEMALE CATEGORIES 17 and under: Morrigan Daly, 15. 18-23: Ashley Baccus, 22. 24-30: Sarah Hastings, 27. 31-37: Megan Rice, 32. 8-43: Amy Kutlik, 40. 44-49: Krisie Patrick, 46. 50-56: Jackie Pellek, 55. 57-64: Dottie West, 61. 65 and over: Marsha Pacelli, 67. MALE CATEGORIES 17 and under: Austin Cochran, 17. 18-23: Nicholas Cirillo, 20. 24-30: Troy Webb, 26. 31-37: Eric Richard, 34. 38-43: Matthew Bewley, 41. 44-49: Michael Gariepy, 44. 50-56: Paul Pais, 51. 57-64: James McGovern, 59. 65 and over: Joe Komaromy, 70.

expanded to included races across the country. Jackie Pellek, a retired teacher from New Jersey, is planning to run in every state that hosts a Tunnel to Towers 5K. So far, she said, she’s run in five races across the country. Pellek said she was so inspired by the sacrifice made by the first responders who died on 9/11 that she created her own foundation called 403 Reasons to Run, which supports the efforts of the Tunnel to Towers. “I believe in what the mission of the [Tunnel to Towers] Foundation is and our foundation is modeled after their foundation,” she said. “So because I believe in it, I want to support it.” Christopher Vecchione, 35, came in first place at 19 minutes and 28 seconds, with Troy Webb, 26, and Paul Pais, 51, placing second and third overall, respectively. Email Sierra Williams at sierra@ observerlocalnews.com.

Sale” represents a challenge for Temple volunteers to set up, sell and break down quickly on Friday in order to prepare the property for Sabbath services on Friday evening, but as members of the Men’s Club say, “We joyfully challenge challenges that represents service for The Almighty and to share good will with the community.” Temple Beth Shalom is located at 40 Wellington Drive in Palm Coast. Call 386-445-3006.

BEAUTIFY BUNNELL UNITES 25 VOLUNTEERS TO PICK UP 2,180 POUNDS OF TRASH The 2024 Beautify Bunnell City Cleanup held on Jan. 27 was a success, according to a city press release. Over 25 volunteers participated in the event, spending 2.5 hours to collect over 80 filled trash bags, along with many large items that included: bicycles, a large TV, lawn chairs, cardboard boxes, home furnishing items, and car tires. The most common items collected were aluminum cans, styrofoam food containers and cups, plastics (bags/bottles), and glass. Total trash: 2,180 pounds, including 680 pounds of tires. PC Construction provided all the necessary supplies to keep volunteers safe. Terranova’s, World Plate Catering, and Dunkin’ at Town Center provided food for volunteers.

JAMES KIRK, 67 James Kirk Sr., 67, a resident of Palm Coast, (formerly of Augusta, Georgia) died Friday, Jan. 26, at his residence surrounded by his family.

PETS UP FOR ADOPTION Lily, 1, was abandoned at the shelter last October with another dog. Kali, 3, was surrendered in September

Creed, 2, was surrendered in October

Sheba, 1, was surrendered to the shelter in July 2023

Anyone wanting to adopt can contact the Flagler Humane Society at 386445-1814 or apply online at flaglerhumanesociety.org.

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LOCAL EVENTS

Palm Coast Details: Attend this family-friendly event, open to all ages, and eat, play games and dance. Registration costs $15 per person; children 3 and under are free.

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ART OF HEALING WORKSHOP When: 2-3:30 p.m. Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach Details: Join OMAM for this program to create art projects that focus on self-expression, growth, and relaxation, often with a meditative component. Open to anyone 16 and older in need of reflective time, including caregivers, survivors, and those who have lost a loved one. Free admission. Registration is required. Visit ormondartmuseum.org.

OBMS PANTHER PROWL 5K When: 8:30-10:30 a.m. Where: Ormond Beach Middle School, 151 Domicilio Ave., Ormond Beach Details: Join OBMS for a 5K. Checkin begins at 7:15 a.m. Race costs $20 for students and staff; $20 for local cross country and track teams; and $30 on the day of the race. Visit https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/ OrmondBeach/OBMSHoliday5K. MAYOR’S HEALTH AND FITNESS CHALLENGE KICK-OFF AND WEIGH-IN When: 9 a.m. to noon Where: South Ormond Neighborhood Center, 176 Division Ave., Ormond Beach Details: The 2024 Mayor’s Health and Fitness Challenge will begin with a kick-off and weigh-in. The eightweek program is a citywide initiative designed for individuals of all fitness levels. Registration costs $35 per individual or $70 for families with up to three children, 18 and under. Visit ormondbeach.org/MHFC.

HALIFAX GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY MONTHLY MEETING AND PROGRAM When: 1:30 p.m. Where: Ormond Beach Regional Public Library auditorium, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach Details: Terry Hall will present the program, titled “Transcribing Historical Handwriting: An 1846 Travelogue.” Hall is the president of Roots & Branches Genealogical Society and volunteers in the Genealogy Room of the DeLand Library. ITALIAN FESTIVAL When: 5-9 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8 and Friday Feb. 9; and 12-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 Where: 1014 N. Halifax Ave., Daytona Beach Details: Attend this festival featuring authentic Italian food, games, live music, free kids activities and arts and crafts. Call 386-255-0433.

VALENTINE’S COOKIE DECORATING CLASS When: 10 a.m. to noon Where: Becca’s Sweet Tooth, 2710 E. Moody Blvd., Unit B, Bunnell Details: Learn the basics of working with royal icing. The class will provide everything needed to complete six decorated cookies. Class costs $45 and is recommended for ages 15 and older. Deadline to register is Feb. 7. Call 386-309-9957.

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ST. THOMAS RUMMAGE SALE When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 9; and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 Where: St Thomas Episcopal Church, 5400 Belle Terre Parkway, Palm Coast Details: This rummage sale features clothing, linens, books, kitchen items and more, as well as baked goods for sale. No shopping bags allowed. Call 386-446-2300.

‘WOMEN OF TO-MORROW: SOCIAL ACTIVISM OF MARJORIE KINNAN RAWLINGS AND ELLEN GLASGOW’ When: 10-11 a.m. Where: Anderson-Price Memorial Building, 42 N. Beach St., Ormond Beach Details: Ashley Lear, professor of humanities at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, will speak about the literary friendship of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings and Ellen Glasgow and the roles they played in women’s suffrage. This is a free live history program sponsored by the Florida Humanities Speakers Bureau and hosted by the Ormond Beach Historical Society.

FLAGLER WOMAN’S CLUB RUMMAGE SALE When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 9; and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 Where: Clubhouse at 1524 S. Central Ave., Flagler Beach. Details: Rain or shine, everyone is invited. Plenty of things to choose from including jewelry, household items, home decor, clothing, toys, electronics, collectibles, and much more at bargain prices. For information call Barbara at 215-209-9332 or Shelly at 630-209-9660.

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN GENERAL MEETING When: 11 a.m. Where: Cypress Knoll Golf and Country Club, 53 Easthampton Blvd., Palm Coast Details: The American Association of University Women will host Lenny Foster, owner of Gallery 141 in St. Augustine, as its speaker for Black History Month. Lunch is available for $20. The meeting costs $5 for those not eating lunch. Reservations are required. Visit https://flaglercountyfl.aauw.net/.

VOLUSIA ECHO RANGERS CHILDREN’S HISTORY PROGRAM When: 12:30-1:30 p.m. Where: Fortunato Park, 2 John Anderson Drive, Ormond Beach Details: Children in grades first through fifth are invited to partake in this free program hosted by the

VALENTINE’S SWEETHEART DANCE When: 6-9 p.m. Where: Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Parkway NE,

Ormond Beach Historical Society. Learn about the Timicua Indians, Ponce de Leon, plantation settlers, Hotel Ormond and more. Register by calling 386-677-7005. ‘GENEALOGY IN THE LIBRARY’ PROGRAM When: 1-4 p.m. Where: Ormond Beach Regional Public Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach Details: The Halifax Genealogical Society is hosting a free, one-on-one research assistance program for anyone interested in researching family history. The volunteers convene in the Sandpiper Room in the library. To register, contact halifaxgensociety@gmail.com. COMMUNITY MUSIC CONCERT When: 3 p.m. Where: Central Baptist Church, 152 Fairview Ave., Daytona Beach Details: See instrumental and vocal music featuring high school musicians and adult musicians from the community. Free admission with a donation of a non-perishable food item.

SUNDAY, FEB. 11

‘ROMANCING THE STRINGS’ CONCERT When: 3:30 p.m. Where: Lighthouse Christ Presbyterian Church, 1035 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach Details: The Daytona Solisti Chamber Players is presenting Beethoven’s violin concerto with Ukrainian violinist and Daytona Solisti concertmaster Olga Kolpakova. A $15 donation is requested at the door. For more information, visit daytonasolisti.com or call 386-5625423.

MONDAY, FEB. 12

A ROMANTIC EVENING WITH THE FLAGLER YOUTH ORCHESTRA When: 7 p.m. Where: Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, 5500 E. Highway 100, Palm Coast Details: Join the Flagler Youth Orchestra program for its second performance of the year. Tickets cost $10 for adults; $4 for students. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.

TUESDAY, FEB. 13

20TH ANNUAL MARDI GRAS GALA When: 6 p.m. Where: Grand Haven Golf Club, 500 Riverfront Drive, Palm Coast Details: The Flagler County Education Foundation is hosting its annual Mardi Gras Gala. Masks are encouraged. Proceeds will support the Take Stock in Children and senior scholarship program. Tickets cost $100. Visit flagleredfoundation.org.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 14

PROBUS CLUB OF PALM COAST When: 11 a.m. to noon Where: Social Club of Palm Coast, 51N Old Kings Road, Palm Coast Details: Join this social club for retired and semi-retired men and women who meet monthly with a guest speaker of interest and other social events during each month. This month’s speaker is Dr. John Patrick, who will outline the opportunities and concerns associated with artificial intelligence. All are welcome to attend. Free. For more information, contact Larry Wright at palmcoastprobusclub@gmail.com or at 386-597-3055. VALENTINE SPAGHETTI DINNER When: 5:30 p.m.

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ORMOND BEACH AREA DEMOCRATIC CLUB MEETING When: 7 p.m. Where: 56 N. Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach Details: Join the Ormond Beach Area Democratic Club for its January meeting. Check-in and socializing will begin at 6:30 p.m. The focus of the meeting will be on club activities in 2024 in preparation for the November election, how to meet Democratic neighbors, and updates on local, state, and national issues. Like-minded nonmembers are welcome to attend as guests. Visit ormondbeachdems.org.

FRIDAY, FEB. 16

YOGA OUTDOORS When: 10 a.m. Where: Ormond Beach Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave., Ormond Beach Details: The Environmental Discovery Center is hosting a free outdoor beginner level yoga class by Kim Latford. Chairs available. Mats recommended. Space is limited. Call 386-615-7081. AN EVENING WITH ANTHONY SMITH AND DARRYL WORLEY: NASHVILLE SONGWRITERS When: 7 p.m. Where: Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, 5500 E. Highway 100, Palm Coast Details: See American country music singers Darryl Worley and Anthony Smith perform. Tickets start at $54. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.

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REEL IN THE FUN When: 9 a.m. Where: Central Park I, 601 Fleming Ave., Ormond Beach Details: The city of Ormond Beach is hosting a free kids’ catch and release fishing tournament, open to residents only. Children must be between 4-12 years old and accompanied by one adult. Sponsored by Ike Leary, of Granada Pier Bait and Tackle. Register by Feb. 14. Visit ormondbeach.org/lsresigration. THE GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Ormond Beach Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave., Ormond Beach Details: Join the city of Ormond Beach for a free family-friendly event featuring bird count stations, activities, crafts, guided walks and more.

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NORTH ATLANTIC RIGHT WHALES: HOW YOU CAN HELP! When: 1-2 p.m. Where: Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreational Area, 3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach Details: Sara Ellis and Jim Hain, lead scientists with the Marineland Right Whale Project, will present a 45-minute program about the North Atlantic right whale. Entrance into the park costs $5 per vehicle.

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SPORTS Lifters head to state with eyes on podium Bulldogs’ Zoey Gotera, Nya Williams and Chloe Long, Sandcrabs’ Sofia James and Pirates’ Rilee Whitmore expect to be in medal hunt. BRENT WORONOFF ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Flagler Palm Coast senior Zoey Gotera wants to have a little bling to go along with her cap and gown at this year’s high school graduation. Specifically, she wants to wear a state weightlifting medal. Gotera is one of five Bulldogs who qualified for the Class 3A state girls weightlifting championships on Feb. 16 in Lakeland. She qualified in both traditional and Olympic competitions in the unlimited weight class. Senior Chloe Long and freshman Nya Williams also qualified in both competitions for the Bulldogs. FPC allows state medalists to wear their medals at graduation. The top six in each competition receive a medal. Last year, Gotera finished 10th at state in the Olympic competition. At the Region 1-3A championships on Feb. 1 at the Bulldogs’ gym, Gotera placed third in Olympic and eighth in traditional. Her Olym-

pic total of 320 pounds is the fifth top total among state qualifiers, and it’s not even her best. Her district meet total was 330 pounds. “I’m a little injured, so I had to lower my weights,” she said after the regional meet. “I rolled my ankle on Sunday (Jan. 28). I was playing volleyball at a (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) meeting. I didn’t want to be the only one left out, so I played.” At district, Gotera lifted 140 pounds in the snatch lift and 190 in the clean and jerk. She settled for 135 and 185 at the regional to ease the strain on her ankle. “I have two weeks (before state), so my ankle should be good by then,” she said. Long placed fifth in both competitions in the 183-pound class with a 295-pound total in Olympic and 295 pounds in traditional (clean and jerk and bench press). The senior will compete at state for the second time after qualifying as a sophomore. She said she’s added 25 pounds to both of her totals this year. The state meet is a welcome addition to an already busy February for Long. Her month also includes several major band events, the Leaders 4 Life Fellowship conference and the beginning of lacrosse season. Williams began lifting in June. Now, she’s in the mix for two state

medals. At regional, she was the runner-up in the 110-pound class in the Olympic competition with a 255 total and was fifth in traditional, also with a 255 total. She is seeded third in Olympic and seventh in traditional at state. “I’m really excited for the opportunity I have,” she said. “Initially, I had my ups and downs, but I had fun doing it, so I continued. Now I’m going against state champs, so it feels good.” FPC coach Duane Hagstrom said Williams, Gotera and Long all have a chance to reach the podium and take home a state medal. “I think everybody would agree this is the toughest region for 3A,” Hagstrom said. “There are some strong, strong girls in this region.” FPC’s Madeline Brinker (101 pounds) and Shey Paul (154) also qualified in Olympic competition based on their regional totals. Brinker placed eighth at region in both competitions. Paul finished ninth in Olympic. “I only have two seniors and a couple of juniors, and for a a lot of (FPC’s regional qualifiers) this was their first experience in something of this magnitude,” Hagstrom said. “So overall I’m happy. We’re very, very young.”

FPC’s Chloe Long, Zoey Gotera and Nya Williams qualified in both the Olympic and traditional competitions in the Class 3A state girls weightlifting championships. Photo by Brent Woronoff

JAMES, WHITMORE TO BATTLE AT STATE

Matanzas qualified two lifters while Seabreeze qualified one for the Class 2A championships Feb.17 in Lakeland. Seabreeze’s Sofia James qualified in both competitions in the 169-pound class. James placed second to New Smyrna Beach’s Mepeola Tofade in tradtional with a 355-pound total and third in Olympic with a 310-pound total at the Region 2-2A meet Feb. 3 in Leesburg. Matanzas’ Rilee Whitmore placed third at 169 pounds in traditional with a 350-pound total. She will join James and Tofade as three of the top four seeds at state in the traditional competiton. Tofade won the region title with a

385-pound total, tops among state qualifiers. James is seeded second with her 355 total, while Gainesville’s Ori Sela, who won the Region 1-2A title, is tied with Whitmore with a 350-pound qualifying total. Matanzas’ Alicia Naticchione, a first-year senior lifter, also qualified for state in the 199-pound Olympic competition with a 295-pound total in the snatch and clean and jerk. Naticchione placed sixth at region. Matanzas’ Sarah Sanchez placed fifth in traditional in the 154 poundclass with a 285-pound total but missed qualifying by 10 pounds. The 20th qualifier lifted 290 pounds but also would have gotten in over Sanchez in a tie based on body weight at the regional weigh-ins.

Bright futures: Underclassmen lead FPC to victory against Matanzas The Bulldogs end regular season with 66-27 triumph as Alexandria Connerton, Ava Works and Tori Spann combine for 52 points.

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The future’s bright for the Flagler Palm Coast girls basketball team. Coach George Butts was hired late last summer and was not able to spend an offseason with the Bulldogs. This year will be different. He

FPC assistant coach Mike Ebert (left) and head coach George Butts (right with grandchild) with seniors Kaley Mack (2), Taylor Spann (5), Davianna Simmons (11), Kameran Gordon (21) and Kyra Johnson (24). Photo by Brent Woronoff

FPC’s Alexandra Connerton shoots from the corner as Ruby Fogel (left) and Taylor Boone defend.

will be with the players all summer, he said. FPC will return seven players, including freshmen Ava Works and Tori Spann and sophomore Alexandria Connerton, who combined for 52 points on Friday, Feb. 2, in the Bulldogs’ final regular-season game, a 66-27 victory over Matanzas on senior night at the Bulldogs’ gym. “I’m very proud of them,” Butts said. “We’re young. We’re going to be tough next year.” Connerton scored a game-high 21 points, while Works and Spann added 16 and 15 points, respectively. “There was a whole bunch of energy in here. I liked it,” said Spann, who has become more of a scoring option in the second half of the season. “They trust me more to shoot the ball,” she said. “You just have to keep

working hard.” FPC jumped out to a 23-6 second-quarter lead against the Pirates and led 31-19 at the half. Freshman Jaeda Paige led Matanzas with seven points, while Laila Krebs scored six. FPC, which improved to 10-11 with the victory, honored seniors Kaley Mack, Taylor Spann, Davianna Simmons, Kameran Gordon and Kyra Johnson before the game. The Bulldogs’ season ended with a loss to Jacksonville Mandarin on Monday, Jan. 5, in a first-round District 1-7A tournament game. Mandarin advanced to play the Tocoi Creek-Sandalwood winner in a semifinal on Jan. 7. Matanzas fell to Winter Springs on Jan. 5 in a District 5-6A first-round game.

Seabreeze opens soccer playoffs at home; Matanzas has long road trip Seabreeze girls will host Wesley Chapel, Matanzas boys will visit River Ridge in regional quarterfinals. BRENT WORONOFF ASSOCIATE EDITOR

The Seabreeze girls and Matanzas boys soccer teams have spent all season preparing for their Feb. 13 regional quarterfinal games. The Sandcrabs, who have played some of the top teams in North and Central Florida, are battle tested. The Pirates, who will have a threehour road trip to New Port Richey River Ridge, traveled two and a half hours to Lake Wales about three weeks ago.

“TraveIing to play a tough team and winning (2-0) gave them confidence,” Matanzas coach Beto Aguilar said. “I was telling the boys, we’re going to have to handle our business regardless if we’re home or away. There is a little bit of excitement with traveling. Hopefully, we’ll get the results.” Seabreeze, the third seed in the Region 2-5A girls playoffs, hosts No. 6 Wesley Chapel at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13, at the Ormond Beach Sports Complex. Wesley Chapel (11-9) will be making a long road trip of its own as it tries to upset the Sandcrabs (106-1). Seabreeze lost to Cypress Creek 3-2 in double overtime in the regional final last year. This year, the Sandcrabs are hitting their stride, ending the regular season with six straight

victories after starting off with a killer schedule. “I built a really tough early schedule — Ponte Vedra, Creekside, Bartram Trail, Montverde,” Seabreeze coach Eli Freidus said. All four of those teams are ranked among Florida’s overall top 10. Playing against the top teams has forced the Sandcrabs to adapt to a faster pace. As a result of the tough competition, their record is not as impressive as the other top teams in he region — No. 1 seed Cypress Creek (15-1-2), No. 2 Aburndale (12-2-3) and No. 4 Horizon (12-3-1). “We may not be the favorites, but I don’t think any team can overlook us,” Freidus said. Seabreeze lost leading goal scorer Brianna Chesley, who is now with Baylor, and four-year starting goal-

keeper Avery Dellinger from last year’s squad. Sophomore Olivia Chase has become the leading scoring threat with 17 goals. Speedy Annabel Thistle has nine goals. But the key to Seabreeze’s attack, Freidus said, is center midfielder Kylie Watson. “Kylie may not get the direct assist, but if you look two or three passes back, she’s the one who started the attack,” Freidus said. “She the motor in our offense. She’s just all over the field for us. She goes goal to goal.” Matanzas (11-4-2) is seeded sixth in the Region 2-5A boys playoffs and will visit No. 3 River Ridge (15-3-1) at 7 p.m. Feb. 13. Like the Seabreeze girls, the Matanzas boys team has played well down the stretch, winning its last five games and going unbeaten in its

last six. The Pirates have scored 25 goals and given up just two in those six games. “We made some changes in the back line, which helped solidify the structure and our composure with the ball,” Aguilar said. “Once we made the back-line changes, everyone else fell into a good groove.” Back-line play will be important. River Ridge has allowed more than one goal just twice all season and has given up a total of just nine goals in 19 games. So, the Pirates, who are led offensively by Sergio Posada (12 goals), Landon Grover (11 goals, 6 assists) and Diego Bernardi (nine goals), will have to make the most of their scoring opportunities.

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SIDELINES

The Flagler Palm Coast wrestling team won the Five Star Conference Championship at DeLand High School. Courtesy photos

Matanzas and FPC finished first and second among 29 teams at the Clay Rotary Girls Wrestling Invitational on Feb. 3. Matanzas racked up 167.5 points, while FPC had 138 points. The Pirates and Bulldogs each had four champs. Mariah Mills (110), R`Cardenay Michel (115), Tiana Fries (140) and Ani Brown (235) won titles for Matanzas.

The St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School girls volleyball team won the Diocese of St. Augustine Middle School Championship, completing an undefeated season. The Palm Coast school defeated Blessed Trinity of Jacksonville to end the season with an 11-0 record. SEAS won both the regular-season and tournament championships. Saya Galisin was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player. Galisin, Janie Allio, and Sophie Garcia were named to the All-Conference team. This was the third straight regular season championship for SEAS. In the past three seasons, the girls have a combined record of 30-3, including 21 straight regular season

CHEERLEADING CHAMPIONSHIPS

Seabreeze achieved its best score of the season at the Florida High School Competitive Cheerleading State Championships on Feb. 3 in Lakeland. The Sandcrabs placed second in the Class 1A Small Co-ed Semifinals with a score of 76.30. FPC and Matanzas both competed in the Class 2A Small Non-Tumbling Semifinals. The Bulldogs placed 12th with 73.60 points. The Pirates were 17th with 68.2 points.

Seabreeze will compete at the National High School Championships Feb. 9-12 at Disney World Resort.

BIG YEAR FOR FPC SOCCER TEAMS FPC’s soccer teams didn’t reach the playoffs, but they both had successful seasons. The boys had their best season in nine years, finishing with a 16-5 record, including a 10-game unbeaten streak. They were 7-0 at home, scored 65 goals and had 11 clean sheets. Their 22 goals allowed was their lowest total in 11 seasons. The FPC girls team advanced to the district and Five Star Conference championship games despite losing Savanah O’Grady, their captain and leading scorer, early in the season. Eight freshmen contributed to the

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29 *Sell plumbing inventory? World Series champs 60 Cheers from a cheer31 Spain’s “Imperial City”

At the Clay Rotary boys wrestling tourney, Matanzas senior Jordan Mills improved to 41-0 on the season. Mills defeated Nease’s Alan Rivera by a 10-9 decision for the 190-pound championship. Rivera fell to 31-2 with the loss. Email Brent Woronoff at brent@ observerlocalnews.com

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Seabreeze’s competitive cheer team pose outside the RP Funding Center in Lakeland at the state championships.

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varsity squad including Ivy Chen, who was their second-leading scorer with 10 goals. O’Grady scored 11 goals in nine games. The Bulldogs finished with a 1210-2 record, playing against several ranked teams. They scored 63 goals and goalie Natalie Neal recorded 10 clean sheets.

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69 Like wines aged in barrels vis-a-vis tanks 70 Sister 72 Galoot

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89 “___ the Kid” of the Pittsburgh Penguins 90 More than an A-lister

Puzzle Three Clue: X equals C

MATANZAS, FPC TOP TWO TEAMS

SEAS VOLLEYBALL WINS DIOCESE TITLE

victories. The players are Saya Galisin, Janie Allio (captain), Sophie Garcia, Gabby Kes, Amaries Daily, Channing Gleason, Marianne Doctora, Sofia Azevedo, and Vivian Vadurro. The team is coached by Jody Marolf.

Puzzle Two Clue: A equals F

Flagler Palm Coast won the Five Star Conference wrestling championship Saturday, Feb. 3, at DeLand. The Bulldogs won seven titles and tallied 226 points to easily win the title. New Smyrna Beach placed second with 151 points, DeLand was third with 141 points, Seabreeze was fourth with 75 points, and Mainland, which brought just six wrestlers, placed fifth in the seven-team field with 72 points. FPC’s weight-class winners were Joseph Dailey (106 pounds), Trey Twilley (126), Toryion Stallings (132), Carson Baert (144), Kelton Howard (165), Brandon Calidonio (175) and Ethan Laupepa (215). Mainland’s Jamison Pinyan won the 157-pound title. Seabreeze had three runners-up: Caden Robbins (106), Williams Sites (126) and Luke Cloer (285). FPC had two runners-up: Doyvonne Leadon (150) and Isaiah Wilkins (120). And two Mainland wrestlers also finished second: Jeremiah Garcia (132), Isaac Simien (144).

Joslyn Johnson (100), Christina Borgmann (125), Ana Vilar (130) and Alexa Calidonio (170) were FPC’s champs. Borgmann remained undefeated for the season at 14-0, while Vilar (27-1) and Mills (26-1) have just one loss and Fries (21-2) has lost just twice. Matanzas junior Kendall Bibla finished second at 145, losing a close 5-4 decision in the final to rival Katherine Stewart of Bartram Trail. Bibla won the state 145 championship last season, defeating Stewart in the final by a 15-4 major decision. FPC’s Alisha Vilar (140) and Gabrielle Proctor (155) also placed second. Matanzas’ Jazlyn (105), Autumn Jarvis (120) and Saiomy Cabrera (130) placed third.

Puzzle One Clue: Z equals W

FPC WINS FIVE STAR WRESTLING TITLE

The St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton Catholic School girls volleyball team won the Diocese of St. Augustine Middle School Championship.

93 Journalist Diane 94 “Lion of ___” (Swiss monument) 95 Online rabble-rouser 96 Hem’s partner 98 Grounded 100 Roomba’s cousin that

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 24-CP-000087 Division 48 IN RE: ESTATE OF ARNOLD O’DELL, Deceased. The administration of the estate of ARNOLD O’DELL, deceased, whose date of death was December 1, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1769 E Moody Blvd, Building #1, Bunnell, FL 32110. The names and addresses of the personal representatives and the personal representatives’ attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is February 8, 2024. Personal Representatives: KELLY HUNTER SULLIVAN 1 Wello Place Palm Coast, FL 32164 SHAWN SULLIVAN 217 N. Whitney St. St. Augustine, FL 32084 Attorney for Personal Representatives: Heather S. Maltby HEATHER@EPPGLAW.COM Florida Bar No. 116571 E.P.P.G. Law of St. Johns, PLLC 200 Malaga Street, Suite 2 St. Augustine, FL 32084 Telephone: 904-875-3774 February 8, 15, 2024 24-00022G

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023-CP-000665 Division 48 IN RE: ESTATE OF CAROLE HANKINSON Deceased. The administration of the estate of Carole Hankinson, deceased, whose date of death was May 21, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Kim C. Hammond Justice Center, 1769 E Moody Blvd Building #1, Bunnell, FL 32110. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is February 8, 2024. Personal Representative: /s/ David Hankinson 12126 Normont Drive Houston, Texas 77070 Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Jennifer A. McGee Jennifer A. McGee, Attorney Florida Bar Number: 1023164 6 Meridian Home Lane, Unit 201 Palm Coast, Florida 32137 Telephone: (386) 320-7300 E-Mail: jennifer@mcgeelawfl.com Secondary E-Mail: denise@mcgeelawfl.com February 8, 15, 2024 24-00023G

BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT COME THIS DAY, on the 11th of September in the Julian Period of 1963 (2446124 2331), under the Virgo, sign (18º13’) Mercury, at Miami, in the Territory of Lauderdale County, in Florida, Latitude 88º42’W, 32º22’N, one of the several states of the United Statesof America, Lela Mae Patterson (mother and “birthing person”) gave birth to a single male, known as Tyrone Baker of Florida at approximately 17:00 UT, precisely at Jackson Memorial Hospital, 1611 N.W. 12 th Avenue, Miami, Florida 33136. It is hereby declared by Lela Mae Patterson (mother) a Floridian National but not a citizen of the District of Columbia and Robert Edward Baker, Jr. (father), a Floridian National but not a citizen of the District of Columbia, give testament to the witness of the birth of Tyrone Baker of

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CITY OF PALM COAST REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATION ON FORENSIC AUDITS Bid #: RFP-FS-24-35 GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This Request for Proposals is issued for the purpose of the City of Palm Coast seeks the assistance of a qualified auditing firm to provide a comprehensive presentation on the topic of municipal forensic audit. The presentation aims to educate and inform the Council members about the cost, process, and expected results of conducting a forensic audit within the municipal context. The presentation by the Firm will serve as an essential educational tool for the Palm Coast City Council, helping members make informed decisions and provide transparent information to constituents on the topic of forensic audit. The audit firm’s insights will contribute to enhancing the City’s financial accountability, transparency, and overall governance. BID/PROPOSAL SOLICITATION DOCUMENTS: Solicitation documents are available at no-cost through the City’s Procurement Portal at (https://palmcoastgov.bonfirehub.com/portal). SUBMITTALS: Responses must be submitted electronically through the portal by the specified time and date. No other method of submission will be allowed or considered (i.e. mailed, emailed, or hand delivered). CONTACT/QUESTIONS: The City’s Budget and Procurement Office is the main point of contact for this solicitation. Specific contact information can be found in the Project Manual. Bidders/Proposers – DO NOT contact any other Palm Coast staff, nor any member of the City of Palm Coast City Council, or City Manager, regarding this solicitation at any time prior to the bid/request having been formally presented to, and voted on by, the City Council. Any such contact shall be cause for rejection of your bid/request submittal. Any questions concerning the intent, meaning and interpretations of the solicitation documents including the draft agreement, must be requested in writing through the portal at least seven (7) calendar days prior to the due date. ADDENDA: Should revisions to the solicitation documents become necessary; the City will post addenda on the portal. Bidders/Proposers must sign, date, and return all addenda with the bid/proposal submittals. Therefore, it is recommended that Bidders/Proposers check the portal at least three (3) calendar days before both Deadline dates below to verify information regarding addenda. Failure to do so could result in rejection of the bid/proposal submittal as unresponsive. AWARD: All submittals will be evaluated by City staff in accordance with the criteria set forth in the solicitation documents. The City reserves the right to reject all submittals, to waive any formalities, and to solicit and re-advertise for new bids/proposals, or to abandon the project in its entirety. QUESTION DEADLINE: February 22, 2024 AT 2:00 PM BID/PROPOSAL DEADLINE: February 29, 2024 AT 2:00 PM PUBLIC OPENING: February 29, 2024 AT 2:00 PM, or shortly thereafter, at City of Palm Coast City Hall, 160 Lake Avenue, Palm Coast, Florida 32164. Attendance not required. ADA INFORMATION: Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of the proceedings should contact the City Human Resource Office ADA Coordinator at 386986-3718 at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the public opening, pre-bid meeting, or any other proceeding related to this bid/proposal. February 8, 2024 24-00039F

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FIRST INSERTION GRAND HAVEN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NOTICE OF BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING AND NOTICE OF AUDIT COMMITTEE MEETING The Audit Review Committee for the Grand Haven Community Development District (“District”) will hold an audit review committee meeting on February 15, 2024, at 9:00 a.m., and located at Grand Haven Village Center, Grand Haven Room, 2001 Waterside Parkway, Palm Coast, Florida 32137. At the meeting, the Audit Review Committee will review, discuss, and establish the minimum qualifications and evaluation criteria that the District will use to solicit audit services. The audit committee meeting will be held in conjunction with the regular meeting of the District’s Board of Supervisors, which regular meeting will be held at the same date, time, and location as the audit review committee meeting. The meetings are open to the public and will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Florida law for community development districts. A copy of the agendas for the meetings may be obtained from the District Manager, at the office of Vesta District Services, located at 250 International Parkway Suite 208, Lake Mary, FL 32746. The meetings may be continued to a date, time, and place to be specified on the record at the meetings. There may be occasions when one or more Supervisors will participate by telephone. At the above location will be present a speaker telephone so that any Board Supervisor or Staff Member can attend the meeting at the above location and be fully informed of the discussions taking place either in person or by telephone communication. Any person requiring special accommodation to participate in these meetings is asked to advise the District Office at (321) 263-0132 X-193, at least 48 hours before the meetings. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Florida Relay Service at 1 (800) 955-8770, who can aid you in contacting the District Office. A person who decides to appeal any action taken at the meetings is advised that this same person will need a record of the proceedings and that accordingly, the person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, including the testimony and evidence upon which such appeal is to be based. David McInnes District Manager February 8, 2024

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Two Flagler County middle school cross country runners were runners-up at the middle school state championships in Lakeland this season. Buddy Taylor Middle School’s Douglas Seth and Indian Trails Middle School’s Peyton Ceraci were honored at the Dec. 19 Flagler County School Board meeting. Seth set goals during summer team camp of breaking 10 minutes in the 3-kilometer distance and winning the state championship. At state, he placed second with a time of 9:58. While he achieved one of his goals, he’ll have the opportunity to reach the other at next year’s state championships when he will be an eighth grader. During the season, Seth won two meets, including the county championship, finished among the top five in seven meets. He finished the season ranked fifth in the nation among seventh grade boys. Ceraci won the girls county championship and finished second at state. She set a personal record of 11:08 and finished in the top four YOU. YOUR NEIGHBORS. YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD. in all seven of her races, winning three THURSDAY, times. She finished season JANUARYthe 11, 2024 ranked 27th in the nation among eighth grade girls.

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development order state the land use will revert to R-2,” Davis said, citing the city’s 2006 PRD development order. That order was for a maximum of 119 units, and the 2006 developer was represented by Rob Merrell, who is also part of the legal team representing the current developers. If the Planning Board members inquire about an acceptable density, that’s what she would point to. “In fact, Rob Merrell described it as the poster child for smart development,” Davis said. “I could not agree more.” The PRD process was working, Tomoka Oaks resident Michelle Zirkelbach said. What failed is that it didn’t give the developers exactly what they wanted. “I have my daughter’s seventh grade citizenship project,” she said. “On here, what we want: Open land. We want space. What we don’t want: A bunch of junk jammed in a doughnut hole.”

standards. We don’t have that anymore because the PRD expired, so we’re in limbo.” The developers of the proposed Tomoka Reserve subdivision are THURSDAY, JANUARY 4, 2024 KARL SANDERS, attorney representing the developers leaving another Ormond Beach Planning Board public hearing with a recommendation of denial. On Thursday, Jan. 11, the board reviewed a request to rezone the 147.94-acre former Tomoka Oaks 1 golf course property from a Planned Residential Development to R-2 “Single-family low density” during its meeting, held at Tomoka Christian Church. Developers Carl Velie, Ray Barshay, Sheldon Rubin and Emily Rubin are pursuing a rezoning since their previous plan to construct 272-homes was turned down by the City Commission last November. BOARD: WE TOLD DEVELOPERS The property was zoned R-2 prior WHAT WE WANTED to 2006, when it was rezoned PRD to Board member Mike Scudiero said allow a developer to build 35 townthat when he buys something, he homes and six condo buildings on 30 likes to know what he’s buying. acres of the golf course, a develop“It sure seems to me like the appliment that never took place due to the cant bought a piece of property with recession. no entitlements, as was said here But the board believed that, just tonight,” Scudiero said. “It’s like because it was previously zoned buying a car without an engine — R-2, doesn’t mean it should be today, seems like a bad idea to me.” voting unanimously to recommend Board member Barry du Mouthe commission deny the rezoning lin said he didn’t understand why request. the developer insists on building “Just because it used to be, to me, as many homes as possible on the is not meeting the burden of proof,” property. He raised concerns about Board Chair Doug Thomas said. infrastructure and traffic and said The golf course has been coined the the property could instead be devel“hole in the doughnut” by Tomoka oped similar to Broadwater, which Oaks residents and Dennis Bayer, the has large estate homes. attorney representing its homeown“If you develop these kinds of ers’ association, because it is comestates on that property, I think that pletely surrounded by the neighwould be a jewel for the developer,” borhood. Planning Board member du Moulin said. Troy Railsback said the developers If something is to be developed purchased the former golf course on the former golf course property, property knowing that it came with board member Al Jorczak said it a lack of entitlements since it was should be “above and beyond” anyzoned PRD for the last 17 years. a PRD zoning provides the oppor- status at about 4:50 p.m. Thursday. thing ever done in Ormond Beach. “If you fill the doughnut with a “We should be moving toward tunity to “harmonize the challenges The Planning Board meeting started non-conforming use, or bad ingreexcellence and not just whatever the presented by the proposed devel- at 6 p.m. dients, it’s going to taste bad and it’s Bayer said he didn’t want to fur- common practices are, even in other opment of the former golf course going to make us sick,” Railsback land in a manner that best satisfies ther delay the process, but that they communities,” Jorczak said. “It’s a said. “They’re looking for sweet the goals and objectives of the city’s would raise the issue when it came special community and it’s a special jelly to explode the whole doughnut comprehensive plan and land devel- before the City Commission as they spot.” hole.” Maybe, it requires a special zoning opment code regulations,” according believe they have sufficient evidence MISCOMMUNICATION OR to support a party-intervenor status. district too, he added. to a staff report. BULLYING? “My clients are the doughnut The developers and their attorneys “The actions taken by Triumph Planning Board members were on Oaks of Ormond Beach I, LLC, show that surround the hole,” Bayer said. kept telling the board at previous “It’s now time that we stand alert since the start of the meeting. an unwillingness by the applicant “They’re the hole that’s trying to hearings that the board needed to tell up to the land use attorneys Earlier that morning, they had to address concerns that have been come in now and affect substantially them what they wanted for Tomoka each received a letter from Karl and we work together instead Reserve, board member Angeline identified by the Planning Board, the our neighborhood.” Sanders, the attorney representing If the developers are given an R-2 Schull said. City Commission, and the residents of threaten us with words like, the developers, opposing that the “We did,” she said. “We told you of Tomoka Oaks subdivision,” the zoning, they can then “paint the ‘I’m going to go nuclear on HOA be granted “party-intervenor” canvas however they want,” Bayer less density and you weren’t willstaff report states. status, which allows them to present The board was not there to rehash said. A site plan review is all they ing — we had the slightest change of you.’” their case before the board and the the previous 272-home development would need to develop the property, like three or four homes, so it’s very City Commission. and that’s a technical process. frustrating for you to come back now order application, Sanders said. GG GALLOWAY, Planning Board The board saw it as an intimida“As your staff has pointed out, if and say, ‘Oh, well now we want R-2 All the developers are asking now, member tion tactic and said it was an examhe said, is that the city revert the that canvas is painted under a PRD so we can put more homes in there.’” ple of how developers are bullying Thomas said that when the develzoning district back to what it was designation, then you’re going to volunteer boards and commissions help pick the colors, you can help opers bought the property in 2021, historically: R-2. he deemed necessary, to provide a their way. “So to the extent that there are any pick the confines,” Bayer said. “We it was zoned PRD. In his opinion, it “I do not like getting an email at meaningful opportunity to present questions or concerns of any kind go through the same process that should remain zoned as such. 7:18 this morning with the applicant his clients’ objections and concerns,” about any proposed development was there before.” “Three times we have told them sending out a letter with all kinds of Sanders said. Tomoka Oaks resident Carolyn what we want, and three times they on this piece of property, we’re not objections and conditions and everygoing to talk about that tonight,” Davis said that the property isn’t in have just walked away and said, thing else,” Thomas said. “I look at ‘WE’RE ENTITLED TO HAVE Sanders said. “That was the pur- “limbo,” as the attorney argued. The ‘The heck with that, we’re not doing that as either being totally unpre- DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS’ pose of the prior hearings, where the developers can bring back a develop- that,’” Thomas said. “So here we are, pared or intimidation — and if you’re The previous 272-home develop- PRD development was an attempt ment order under a PRD zoning to be and it’s going to be ... a unanimous going to try and intimidate me, you ment order application was direct- to negotiate an agreement that was considered by the commission. decision.” might as well hit me upside the head ed by the City Commission to be acceptable to both the city and to the “Nowhere does the now-expired with a two-by-four, because you’re reviewed again by the Planning neighbors. That failed, so we move Board due to concerns about den- forward.” going to get my attention.” Thomas said he didn’t appreci- sity, traffic and irrigation in the bufThe property has no zoning entiate being notified at the last min- fer. Instead of continuing to pursue tlements under a PRD without a ute, saying it was unfair to both the this, the developers opted to ask for a development order, Sanders said. board members and the residents rezoning, which could allow them to There’s nothing the developers can build more homes than their previ- do on the property without a rezonwho attended the meeting. Board member GG Galloway said ous proposal. ing granting them new entitlements, Planning Director Steven Spraker he argued. coming to the board with threats or with the intent to bully the board to said there’s been a lot of numbers “We want an opportunity to have floating around regarding the num- the same rights for our property,” approve a project is inappropriate. “It’s now time that we stand up to ber of homes that could be built on Sanders said. “We’re entitled to have the land use attorneys and we work the former golf course. development rights for our proper“Quite honestly, we don’t know ty, just like everyone else, and what together instead of threaten us with words like, ‘I’m going to go nuclear until we see a site plan that’s been everyone is entitled to, in any jurisengineered, it’s taken into (consid- diction, is a zoning code that lists on you,’” Galloway said. Sanders apologized to the board, eration) tree preservation, natural zoning districts, allowed uses and saying that the letter he wrote was areas,” Spraker said. “So we’re not development standards. We don’t not written for the board, but for going to be able to answer it.” have that anymore because the PRD Located at 180 S. Yonge from 5,400 square to city’s planning staff recom- expired, so we’re in limbo.” City Attorney ed Randy Hayes, and that feetThe mended the Planning Board deny the opposition7,200 has tosquare be raised to beallowing feet, St. in Ormond Beach, developers’ rezoning request to PRD INSTEAD OF R-2 part of the record. more members to jointhe and R-2, stating that the PRD should be Bayer said he was made aware that “My communication was designed more equipment and classes the fitness studio has to ensure that Mr. Bayer had as much preserved because of the property’s the developers were opposing the to be added. unique characteristics and because HOA be granted party-intervenor Doug Thomas. Photo by Jarleene Almenas time as this boardAt deemed necessary, expanded by 1,800 the age of 24, Arnold N

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It hasn’t been an easy season for Seabreeze’s girls basketball team. But senior Sarahnoel Randolph hasn’t stopped pulling down rebounds. Randolph surpassed 1,000 rebounds in her career during a 59-28 loss against Flagler Palm Coast at the FPC gym on Monday, Jan. 8. She entered the game ranked fourth in the state with 16.7 rebounds a game. “I play volleyball, so I just kind of see the ball and I jump,” Randolph said. “I think I have a high vertical (leap) for my height (5-foot-5). I think I’m just good at niche things.” The Sandcrabs fell to 1-10 with the loss. FPC freshman Ava Works led the Bulldogs (5-7) with 25 points. It was her third straight game with 20 or more points. “I definitely have more confidence,” Works said. “I scored a lot in our first game back from break. After that, I knew I can do it.” Works began the year as FPC’s point guard. Now she and sophomore Alexandria Connerton are sharing the role. “We’re switching them up so Ava can get her shot more,” FPC coach George Butts said. “She’s growing up. I told her that tonight, I wanted her to start early. I didn’t want her to wait.” Works responded with 12 first-half points. Tori Spann added nine points for the Bulldogs. Connerton and Kiera Clark scored eight points apiece.

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Randolph, who is also leading Seabreeze in scoring with 12 points per game, scored a team-high 10 points against the Bulldogs. Randolph was an all-area volleyball player as a middle blocker and said it would be fun if she can be named allarea in basketball too. Her eye-popping rebound totals might help her reach that honor. “I’m more of a volleyball player, but I really like basketball,” said Randolph, who will concentrate on academics in college. She plans to major in political science at either the University of Florida or UCF and hopes to eventually become an appellate lawyer. She said she’d like to see the Seabreeze girls basketball program grow after she graduates. “We’ve had a lot of girls transfer this year, and we’re really young,” Randolph said. “My goal is to help this team rebuild. I want people to come to Seabreeze and play basketball after I leave.” The Sandcrabs planned to honor Randolph before their home game against Father Lopez on Thursday, Jan. 11 for achieving the rebounding

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SUBSEQUENT INSERTIONS SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2023 CA 000630 SELENE FINANCE LP, Plaintiff, vs. CHRISTOPHER J. POGGI A/K/A CHRISTOPHER POGGI AND ANGEL F. POGGI A/K/A ANGEL POGGI, et al. Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated January 05, 2024, and entered in 2023 CA 000630 of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Flagler County, Florida, wherein SELENE FINANCE LP is the Plaintiff and CHRISTOPHER J. POGGI A/K/A CHRISTOPHER POGGI; ANGEL

F. POGGI A/K/A ANGEL POGGI; ROBERT CHANG; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ANGEL F. POGGI A/K/A ANGEL POGGI; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF CHRISTOPHER J. POGGI A/K/A CHRISTOPHER POGGI; CITY OF PALM COAST, FLORIDA are the Defendant(s). TOM W. BEXLEY as the Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at https://flagler.realforeclose. com, at 11:00 AM, on February 23, 2024, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 8, BLOCK 7, OF PALM COAST, MAP OF BELLE TERRE, SECTION 11, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 6 PAGE(S) 59-67, INCLUSIVE OF THE PUBLIC

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 2023 CA 000936 GREENSPRING CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS ADMINISTRATOR OF RMH 2023-1 TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS, CREDITORS, DEVISEES, BENEFICIARIES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, TRUSTEES, AND ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING AN INTEREST BY, THROUGH, UNDER, OR AGAINST HORST SCHROEDER, ITT LEVITT DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, UNKNOWN TENANT #1, UNKNOWN TENANT #2, Defendants. To: All Unknown Heirs, Creditors, Devisees, Beneficiaries, Grantees, Assignees, Lienors, Trustees, and all other parties claiming an interest by, through, under, or against Horst Schroeder Last Known Address: 100 Belvedere Lane Palm Coast, Florida 32137 Current Address: 100 Belvedere Lane Palm Coast, Florida 32137 YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action has been instituted to foreclose a Mortgage covering the following real and personal property described as follows, to wit: Lot 69, Block 3, PALM COAST, MAP OF BELLE TERRE, SECTION 11, according to the map or plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 6, Pages 59 through 67, inclusive, Public Records of Flagler County, Florida; as amended in instrument recorded in O.R.

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in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste D-305, Deland, FL 32724, (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. Dated this 24 day of January, 2024. By: \S\Danielle Salem Danielle Salem, Esquire Florida Bar No. 0058248 Communication Email: dsalem@raslg.com ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff 6409 Congress Ave., Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33487 Telephone: 561-241-6901 Facsimile: 561-997-6909 Service Email: flmail@raslg.com 23-107174 - NaP February 1, 8, 2024 24-00020G

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right-of-way of the “Old” Florida East Coast Canal (F.E.C.C.) as recorded in deed book 18, pages 42-44 of the public records of Flagler County; thence departing said extension line, run S19°11’11”E along said centerline right-of-way, a distance of 146.64 feet; thence departing said centerline right-ofway, run S69°25’01”W along a line being the extension of the southerly line of Lot 56 of said plat, a distance of 100.03 feet to the southeast corner of Lot 56 of said plat, thence departing said extension line, run along the easterly lone of said put and the westerly right-of-way of the “Old” Florida East Coast Canal (F.E.C.C.), a distance of 138.00 feet to the aforementioned point of beginning of this description. Parcel Identification Number: 04-11-313000-00000-0560 Property Address: 107 Island Estates Pkwy., Palm Coast, FL 32137 has been filed against you and you are required to serve written defenses, if any, to it on Plaintiff ’s attorney, McCabe & Ronsman, whose address is 110 Solana Road, Suite 102, Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, 32082; Telephone No. (904) 396-0090, within 30 days of first publication, and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on Plaintiff ’s attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint or petition. DATED this 5 day of JANUARY, 2024. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Court (SEAL) By: /s/ Sara Proffitt As Deputy Clerk Michael J. McCabe, Esq. McCabe & Ronsman 110 Solana Road, Suite 102 Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 service@flcalegal.com Jan. 18, 25; Feb. 1, 8, 2024 24-00012G

NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE COUNTY COURT, SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2023-CC-000694 ISLAND ESTATES NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION, INC., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, Plaintiff, v. TOY WHITAKER, et al. Defendants. TO: TOY WHITAKER UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF TOY WHITAKER Last Known Address: 8802 Estate Drive West Palm Beach, FL 33412 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a Claim of Lien on property in Flagler County, Florida: Lot 56, Island Estates, according to the map or plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 28, Page(s) 43 through 51, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Together with a Parcel of land being a portion of the Westerly half (1/2) of the “Old” Florida East Coast Canal (F.E.C.C.) right-of-way lying in government Section 15, Township 11 South, Range 31 East, Flagler County, Florida, being more particularly described as follows: A point of reference being the intersection of the easterly right-of-way of Island Estates Parkway with the northerly line of Lot 56 of the subdivision plat of Island Estates as recorded in map book 28, pages 43-51 of the public records of Flagler County; thence N64°29’33”E along the northerly line of said Lot, a distance of 420.14 feet to the northeasterly corner of Lot 56 of said plat and the point of beginning; thence continuing N64°29’33”E along a line being the extension of the northerly line of said Lot, a distance of 100.61 feet to a point at the intersection of said extension line with the centerline

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$4,995.00 USD was seized for forfeiture by the Flagler County Sheriff ’s Office on January 3, 2024. The item was seized at or near Plainview Drive, Palm Coast, Flagler County FL. The Flagler County Sheriff is holding the property for purposes of a current forfeiture action 2024 CA 49 in the 7th Circuit Court.

NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY Case No. 2023-CA-000653 Division: 49 MARCIA M. WILK and THEODORE F. WILK Plaintiffs, vs. JAMES ALLEN, Deceased, et al, Defendant(s). TO: WANDA ALLEN TISDALE, YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to quiet title to the following property in Flagler County, Florida: LOT 1 AND 10, BLOCK 2, LINCOLN HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OR MAP THEREOF DESCRIBED IN PLAT BOOK 2, AT PAGE(S) 18, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Vincent L. Sullivan, Esq., the Plaintiff ’s attorney, whose address is 145 City Place, Suite 301, Palm Coast, Florida 32137, on or before 30 days after the first publication and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on the Plaintiff ’s attorney or immediately thereafter, otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. Dated 1/23/2024. TOM BEXLEY Clerk of Court (SEAL) By: /s/ Amy Perez Deputy Clerk Vincent L. Sullivan, Esq. the Plaintiff ’s attorney 145 City Place, Suite 301 Palm Coast, Florida 32137 Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 8, 15, 2024 24-00018G

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SECOND INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE No. 2023 CP 000582 Estate of DANUTA HOFFMAN, Deceased The administration of the Estate of DANUTA HOFFMAN, deceased, whose date of death was JUNE 9TH, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Kim C Hammond Justice Center, 1769 E Moody Blvd, Bldg #1, Bunnell, Florida 32110. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is February 1, 2024. Personal Representative: BEATA T. STEVENS 20 BUTTONWORTH DR. PALM COAST, FLORIDA 32137 Attorney for the Personal Representative Eliza Hope, Esq. Florida Bar No. 0087952 747 S. Ridgewood Ave., Suite 101 Daytona Beach, Fl 32114 Tel. (813) 600-8695 Email: yourattorney@hotmail.com February 1, 8, 2024 24-00019G

VOLUSIA COUNTY LEGAL NOTICES FIRST INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No.: 2023-10009-PRDL Division: 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF MICHAEL ANDREW BAKAYSA a/k/a MICHAEL A. BAKAYSA a/k/a MICHAEL BAKAYSA Deceased. The administration of the estate of MICHAEL A. BAKAYSA, deceased, whose date of death was 12/01/2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 6043, DeLand, Florida 32721-6043. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS

AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is February 8, 2024. /s/ JENNIFER OCEALIS Personal Representative 18 Sugarberry Circle Ormond Beach, FL 32174 /s/ ADAM WARREN Florida Bar No. 940501 Hawkins, Hawkins & Burt, LLP 501 South Ridgewood Avenue Daytona Beach, Florida 32114 adamwarren@hawkinsandburt.com laura@hawkinsandburt.com February 8, 15, 2024 24-00060I

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2019 10296 CIDL THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-20, Plaintiff, v. JULIUS THREET; YVONNE D. THREET; MERS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.; CARMEL FINANCIAL CORP.; ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING INTERESTS BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST A NAMED DEFENDANT TO THIS ACTION, OR HAVING OR CLAIMING TO HAVE ANY RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY HEREIN DESCRIBED; UNKNOWN TENANT #1; UNKNOWN TENANT #2, Defendant(s), NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment dated January 24, 2024 entered in Civil Case No. 2019 10296 CIDL in the Circuit Court of the 7th Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-20, Plaintiff and YVONNE D. THREET; MERS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.; CARMEL FINANCIAL CORP. are

defendants, Laura E. Roth, Clerk of Court, will sell the property at public sale at www. volusia.realforeclose.com beginning at 11:00 AM on May 28, 2024 the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to-wit:. LOT 18, BLOCK 1229, DELTONA LAKES UNIT FOURTY-THREE, ACCORDING TO PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 27, PAGES 270 THROUGH 283, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. Property Address: 1600 Amboy Drive, Deltona, Florida 32738 ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM BEFORE THE CLERK REPORTS THE SURPLUS AS UNCLAIMED. THE COURT, IN ITS DISCRETION, MAY ENLARGE THE TIME OF THE SALE. NOTICE OF THE CHANGED TIME OF SALE SHALL BE PUBLISHED AS PROVIDED HEREIN. Kelley Kronenberg 10360 West State Road 84 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33324 Phone: (954) 370-9970 Fax: (954) 252-4571 Service E-mail: ftlrealprop@kelleykronenberg.com /s/ Jordan Shealy Jordan Shealy, Esq. FBN: 1039538 File No: M180252-JMV February 8, 15, 2024 24-00057I

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. CASE No. 2022 11900 CIDL FINANCE OF AMERICA REVERSE LLC, Plaintiff, vs. DEVONNA HALCOMB AKA DEVONNA K. HALCOMB, et. al., Defendants. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order or Final Judgment entered in Case No. 2022 11900 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the 7TH Judicial Circuit in and for VOLUSIA County, Florida, wherein, FINANCE OF AMERICA REVERSE LLC, Plaintiff, and DEVONNA HALCOMB AKA DEVONNA K. HALCOMB, et. al., are Defendants, Clerk of the Court, Laura E. Roth, will sell to the highest bidder for cash at WWW.VOLUSIA.REALFORECLOSE. COM, at the hour of 11:00 AM, on the 26th day of March, 2024, the following described property: THE WEST 1/2 OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 17 SOUTH, RANGE 30 EAST, EXCEPT THE EAST 30 FEET THEREOF, VOLUSIA COUNTY,

VOLUSIA COUNTY LEGAL NOTICES FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF SUSPENSION To: Lutaaya K. Ross Case No: CD202308151/D 3211300 A Notice of Suspension to suspend and an Administrative Complaint to revoke your license and eligibility for licensure has been filed against you. You have the right to request a hearing pursuant to Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes, by mailing a request for same to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Licensing, Post Office Box 5708, Tallahassee, Florida 32314-5708. If a request for hearing is not received by 21 days from the date of the last publication, the right to hearing in this matter will be waived and the Department will dispose of this cause in accordance with law. Feb. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2024 24-00059I FLORIDA. Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, must file a claim per the requirements set forth in FL Stat. 45.032. IMPORTANT If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. DATED this 6th day of February, 2024. GREENSPOON MARDER LLP TRADE CENTRE SOUTH, SUITE 700 100 WEST CYPRESS CREEK ROAD FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33309 Telephone: (954) 343 6273 Hearing Line: (888) 491-1120 Facsimile: (954) 343 6982 Email 1: Karissa.Chin-Duncan@gmlaw.com Email 2: gmforeclosure@gmlaw.com By: /s/ Karissa Chin-Duncan, Esq. Florida Bar No. 98472 22-000431 (34407.1932) / JSchwartz 24-00064I February 8, 15, 2024

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2021 31201 CICI WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT INDIVIDUALLY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR NATIONSTAR HECM ACQUISITION TRUST 2020-1, Plaintiff, vs. VALLIS F. MILLER, et al. Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated April 24, 2023, and entered in 2021 31201 CICI of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC is the Plaintiff and VALLIS F. MILLER; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF VALLIS F. MILLER; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; THE COLONY HOUSE, INC. are the Defendant(s). Laura E. Roth as the Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at www. volusia.realforeclose.com, at 11:00 AM, on March 01, 2024, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: APARTMENT UNIT C-2, NEW COLONY HOUSE, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM THEREOF AS RECORDED IN OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 1326, PAGE 526 AND AS AMENDED THERETO, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORI-

DA, TOGETHER WITH AN UNDIVIDED INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS APPURTENANT THERETO. Property Address: 500 SOUTH BEACH STREET UNIT C2, DAYTONA BEACH, FL 32114 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim in accordance with Florida Statutes, Section 45.031. IMPORTANT AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste D-305, Deland, FL 32724, (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. Dated this 2 day of February, 2024. ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff 6409 Congress Ave., Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33487 Telephone: 561-241-6901 Facsimile: 561-997-6909 Service Email: flmail@raslg.com By: \S\Danielle Salem Danielle Salem, Esquire Florida Bar No. 0058248 Communication Email: dsalem@raslg.com 21-012095 - MiM February 8, 15, 2024 24-00063I

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VOLUSIA COUNTY FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45, FLORIDA STATUTES IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2023 30160 CICI TRAILWOOD TOWNHOMES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC, Plaintiff, vs. ANGELINA ORTIZ, et al., Defendant(s). Notice is given that pursuant to the Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated , in Case No.: 2023 30160 CICI of the Circuit Court in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein TRAILWOOD TOWNHOMES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC, is the Plaintiff and ANGELINA ORTIZ, et al., is/

are the Defendant(s). The Clerk of Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at 11:00 a.m., at https://www.volusia. realforeclose.com, in accordance with Section 45.031, Florida Statutes, on March 20, 2024, the following described property set forth in the Final Judgment of Foreclosure: LOT 23 TRAILWOOD SUB MB 38 PG 97 PER OR 5050 PG 2185 PER OR 5849 PG 3420 PER OR 5897 PG 3787 PER OR 6377 PG 3606 & OR 6589 PG 2609 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. IF YOU ARE A PERSON WITH A DISABILITY WHO NEEDS AN ACCOMMODATION IN ORDER TO ACCESS COURT FACILITIES OR PARTICIPATE IN A

COURT PROCEEDING, YOU ARE ENTITLED, AT NO COST TO YOU, TO THE PROVISION OF CERTAIN ASSISTANCE. TO REQUEST SUCH AN ACCOMMODATION, PLEASE CONTACT COURT ADMINISTRATION IN ADVANCE OF THE DATE THE SERVICE IS NEEDED: COURT ADMINISTRATION, 101 N. ALABAMA AVE., STE. D-305, DELAND, FL 32724; (386) 257-6096. HEARING OR VOICE IMPAIRED, CALL 711. DATED: January 31, 2024 By: /s/Carlos Arias Carlos Arias, Esquire Florida Bar No.: 820911 ARIAS BOSINGER, PLLC 280 W. Canton Avenue, Suite 330 Winter Park, Florida 32789 (407) 636-2549 February 8, 15, 2024 24-00054I

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2024-10204-PRDL IN RE: ESTATE OF JERRY VERN MORROW, Deceased. The administration of the estate of JERRY VERN MORROW, deceased, whose date of death was December 8, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 101 North Alabama Avenue, Deland FL 32724. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is February 8, 2024. Personal Representative: SUZETTE M. PARKER 1424 Carrlton Way Chesapeake, Virginia 23320 Attorney for Personal Representative: BENJAMIN F. DIAMOND Attorney Florida Bar Number: 899291 THE DIAMOND LAW FIRM, P.A. 150 2ND AVE N STE 570 ST. PETERSBURG, FL 33701 Telephone: (727) 823-1400 Fax: (727) 999-5111 E-Mail: ben@diamondlawflorida.com Secondary E-Mail: kelley@diamondlawflorida.com eservice@diamondlawflorida.com February 8, 15, 2024 24-00053I

NOTICE OF ACTION CONSTRUCTIVE SERVICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2023 31918 CICI CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES LLC, Plaintiff, vs. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHERS WHO MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST IN THE ESTATE OF EDDIE L. GENTLE A/K/A EDDIE GENTLE, DECEASED, et. al. Defendant(s), TO: OLIVIA GENTLE, ADOLPHUS SYLVESTER GENTLE, whose residence is unknown and all parties having or claiming to have any right, title or interest in the property described in the mortgage being foreclosed herein. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following property: THE SOUTHERLY 55 FEET OF LOTS 5 AND 6, BLOCK 8, PLAT 2 PLAN OF DAYTONA GARDENS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 6, PAGE 37, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on counsel for Plaintiff, whose address is 6409 Congress Avenue, Suite 100, Boca Raton, Florida 33487 on or before MAR 18 2024/(30 days from Date of First Publication of this Notice) and file the original with the clerk of this court either before service on Plaintiff ’s attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint or petition filed herein. THIS NOTICE SHALL BE PUBLISHED ONCE A WEEK FOR TWO (2) CONSECUTIVE WEEKS. WITNESS my hand and the seal of this Court at County, Florida, this 1 day of February, 2024. LAURA E ROTH CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT (SEAL) BY: /s/ Jennifer M. Hamilton DEPUTY CLERK Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 6409 Congress Ave., Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33487 PRIMARY EMAIL: flmail@raslg.com 23-112449 February 8, 15, 2024 24-00058I

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA FILE NO.: 2023-CP-13006 IN RE: MARY BLOUNT MCMAHAN, Deceased. The administration of the estate of MARY BLOUNT MCMAHAN, deceased, whose date of death was June 23, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 101 North Alabama Avenue, DeLand, FL 32724. The name and address of the personal representative and the personal representative=s attorney are set forth below. An Order of Summary Administration has been entered by the Court on January 26, 2023. The total value of the estate is estimated to be $500.00 and has been assigned to Bank of America, N.A., in accordance with ITEM III of the Last Will and Testament of Mary Blount McMahan, dated June 15, 2012. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT=S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED The date of the first publication of this Notice is February 8, 2024. Personal Representative: Bank of America, N.A. Mail Code MO9-250-24-01, Centene Centre 7676 Forsyth Blvd., 24th Floor Clayton, MO 63105-3404 Attorney for Personal Representative: Robert F. Iseley, Jr., Esq. biseley@bellsouth.net mtc2470@bellsouth.net Florida Bar No.: 844070 Grimsley, Marker & Iseley, P.A. 200 West Forsyth Street, Suite 1300 Jacksonville, Florida 32202 Telephone: (904) 3549900 Facsimile: (904) 482-0556 February 8, 15, 2024 24-00062I

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NOTICE UNDER FICTITIOUS NAME LAW PURSUANT TO SECTION 865.09, FLORIDA STATUTES NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Samantha Thibodeau will engage in business under the fictitious name THE POSH BLONDE, with a physical address 54 Vining Ct Ormond Beach, FL 32176, with a mailing address 2526 Chester Ave New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168, and already registered the name mentioned above with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations.

Notice Under Fictitious Name Law According to Florida Statute Number 865.09 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the Fictitious Name of Young Minds Preschool located at 353 S. Halifax Dr., in the City of Ormond Beach, Volusia County, FL 32176 intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated this 2nd day of February, 2024. WOM, LLC

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE The following personal property of Robert Leon Tirrell will on the 22nd day of February 2024 at 10:00 a.m., on property at 460 Ridgewood Avenue, Lot #57, Holly Hill, Volusia County, Florida 32117, in Ashland Mobile Home Park be sold for cash to satisfy storage fees in accordance with Florida Statutes, Section 715.109: Year/Make: 1969 ELCO Mobile Home VIN #: 16653 TITLE: 0014732153 And All Other Personal Property Therein

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NOTICE OF CIVIL ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL ACTION CASE NO: 2023 12862 CIDL PROSPER FL REALTY, LLC, a Florida Limited Liability Company, Plaintiff, v. THE ESTATE OF LAURA E. HAWKINS; ANY BENEFICIARIES OF THE ESTATE OF LAURA E. HAWKINS; THE ESTATE OF WOODROW W. HAWKINS and ANY BENEFICIARIES OF THE ESTATE OF WOODROW W. HAWKINS; INSPIREN TECH SOLUTIONS, LLC, A Virginia Limited Liability company and VOLUSIA COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR Defendants. TO: THE ESTATE OF LAURA E. HAWKINS; ANY BENEFICIARIES OF THE ESTATE OF LAURA E. HAWKINS; THE ESTATE OF WOODROW W. HAWKINS and ANY BENEFICIARIES OF THE ESTATE OF WOODROW W. HAWKINS (Addresses Unknown) COMES NOW, the Plaintiff, PROSPER FL REALTY, LLC, by and through the undersigned attorney, and hereby gives notice that a civil action has been instituted on the above action, and is now pending in the Circuit Court of the State of Florida, County of Volusia, on December 27, 2023. Case No: 2023-CA-12862. 1. 31 17 32 W ½ of SE ¼ of SE ¼ OF SE ¼ OF NW 1/4 EXC 50 PC SUBSURFACE RIGHTS , according to the Public Records of Volusia County, Florida. Parcel No. 723100000910 You are required to serve an Answer to this action upon: RICHARD M. RICCIARDI, JR., ESQUIRE of YOUR ADVOCATES, Plaintiff ’s attorney, who address is 2050 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33901, on or before MAR 15 2024, and file the original with the clerk of this court at Volusia County Justice Center, P.O. Box 6043, DeLand, FL 32721-6043, either before service on Plaintiff ’s attomey or immediately thereafter. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of you current address. Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed to the address on record at the clerk’s office. DATED THIS 30 DAY OF January, 2024. Laura E. Roth Clerk of the Circuit Court (SEAL) By: /s/ Jennifer M. Hamilton Deputy Clerk RICHARD M. RICCIARDI, JR., ESQUIRE YOUR ADVOCATES Plaintiff ’s attorney 2050 McGregor Blvd. Fort Myers, FL 33901 Feb. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2024 24-00055I

NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. CASE No. 2023 12590 CIDL CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS. BRIAN JOHN MONAHAN A/K/A BRIAN MONAHAN, ET AL. DEFENDANT(S). To: UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF BRIAN JOHN MONAHAN A/K/A BRIAN MONAHAN RESIDENCE: UNKNOWN LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 1923 S Viscaya Circle, Deltona, FL 32738 To: BRIAN JOHN MONAHAN A/K/A BRIAN MONAHAN RESIDENCE: UNKNOWN LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 1923 S Viscaya Circle, Deltona, FL 32738 To: UNKNOWN TENANT # 1 RESIDENCE: UNKNOWN LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 1923 S Viscaya Circle, Deltona, FL 32738 YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following described property located in Volusia County, Florida: Lot 9, Block 165, Deltona Lakes Unit Twenty-Three according to the plat thereof, recorded in Map Book 27, Pages 36 through 40, inclusive, of the Public Records of Volusia County, Florida. has been filed against you, and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to this action, on Tromberg, Morris & Poulin, PLLC, attorneys for Plaintiff, whose address is 1515 South Federal Highway, Suite 100, Boca Raton, FL 33432, and file the original with the Clerk of the Court, within 45 days after the first publication of this notice, either before MAR 15 2024 or immediately thereafter, otherwise a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. This notice shall be published once a week for two consecutive weeks in the Business Observer. If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Court Administration at 386-257-6096 , 101 N Alabama Ave., Ste D-305, DeLand, FL 32724 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. Date: January 30, 2024 LAURA E ROTH CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT (SEAL) By: /s/ Jennifer M. Hamilton Deputy Clerk of the Court Tromberg, Morris & Poulin, PLLC attorneys for Plaintiff 1515 South Federal Highway, Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33432 Our Case #: 23-001595/2023 12590 CIDL/CMS February 8, 15, 2024 24-00056I

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL ACTION CASE NO.: 2023 11658 CIDL U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs. MICHAEL STEPHEN COLES AKA MICHAEL S. COLES, et al, Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated January 16, 2024, and entered in Case No. 2023 11658 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida in which U.S. Bank National Association, is the Plaintiff and Michael Stephen Coles a/k/a Michael S. Coles, Florida Housing Finance Corporation, are defendants, the Volusia County Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash in/on online at electronically/online at http://www. volusia.realforeclose.com, Volusia County, Florida at 11:00AM EST on the March 5, 2024 the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment of Foreclosure: LOT 6, BLOCK 6, BREEZEWOOD PARK - UNIT 6, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 34, PAGE 149, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. A/K/A 600 S PARKVIEW AVE ORANGE CITY FL 32763 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim before the Clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. ATTENTION PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Court Administration, 125 E. Orange Ave., St. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, 386257-6096, within 2 days of your receipt of this notice. If you are hearing impaired, call 1-800-955-8771; if you are voice impaired, call 1-800-955-8770. THIS IS NOT A COURT INFORMATION LINE. To file response please contact Volusia County Clerk of Court, 101 N. Alabama Ave., DeLand, Fl 32724, Tel: (386) 736-5907. Dated this 05 day of February, 2024. ALBERTELLI LAW P. O. Box 23028 Tampa, FL 33623 Tel: (813) 221-4743 Fax: (813) 221-9171 eService: servealaw@albertellilaw.com By: /s/ Nathan Gryglewicz Florida Bar #762121 Nathan Gryglewicz, Esq. CT - 22-009294 February 8, 15, 2024 24-00061I

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023 13010 PRDL Division 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF MILDRED AAKER, A.K.A. MILDRED M. AAKER, A.K.A. MILDRED MARIE AAKER Deceased. The administration of the estate of Mildred Aaker, a.k.a. Mildred M. Aaker, a.k.a. Mildred Marie Aaker, deceased, whose date of death was September 11, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the mailing address of which is PO Box 6043, Deland, Florida 32721. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is February 1, 2024. Personal Representative: /s/ Steven Aaker Steven Aaker 1530 Canyon Drive Downingtown, Pennsylvania 19335 Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Wendy A. Mara Wendy A. Mara, Esq., Attorney Florida Bar Number: 69872 Mara Law. P.A. 555 West Granada Blvd., Ste.D-10 Ormond Beach, Florida 32174 Telephone: (386) 672-8081 Fax: (386) 265-5995 E-Mail: wamara@maralawpa.com Secondary E-Mail: fmgomez@maralawpa.com; paralegalm@maralawpa.com February 1, 8, 2024 24-00043I

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. CASE No. 2022 31319 CICI BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., PLAINTIFF, VS. THOMAS E YOVANOVICH , ET AL. DEFENDANT(S). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated January 25, 2024 in the above action, the Volusia County Clerk of Court will sell to the highest bidder for cash at Volusia, Florida, on March 20, 2024, at 11:00 AM, at www.volusia.realforeclose.com for the following described property: LOT 29, RIVERWOOD PHASE V AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 41, PAGES 80-81, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. The Court, in its discretion, may enlarge the time of the sale. Notice of the changed time of sale shall be published as provided herein. If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Court Administration at 386-257-6096 , 101 N Alabama Ave., Ste D-305, DeLand, FL 32724 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. Tromberg, Morris & Poulin, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff 1515 South Federal Highway Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33486 Telephone #: 561-338-4101 Fax #: 561-338-4077 Email: eservice@tmppllc.com Our Case #: 22-001062/2022 31319 CICI/ BOA February 1, 8, 2024 24-00049I

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2024 10032 PRDL Division 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF CHARLES RAYMOND SWENSON Deceased. The administration of the estate of Charles Raymond Swenson, deceased, whose date of death was December 17, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Post Office Box 6043, DeLand, FL 32721. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is February 1, 2024. Personal Representative: Edward A. Dimayuga 313 S. Palmetto Ave. Daytona Beach, Florida 32114 Attorney for Personal Representative: Edward A. Dimayuga, Attorney Florida Bar Number: 50634 Legacy Law Associates, P.L. 313 S. Palmetto Ave. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Telephone: (386) 252-2531 Fax: (386) 258-0392 E-Mail: ed@legacylaw313.com Secondary E-Mail: Paralegal@legacylaw313.coma February 1, 8, 2024 24-00047I

NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Summary Administration) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File Number: 2024-10295-PDRL Division: 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF SYLVIA SHATARA Deceased. The summary administration of the estate of SYLVIA SHATARA (a/k/a Silvia Shatara), deceased, whose date of death was December 8, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P. O. Box 6043, DeLand, FL 32721-6043. The names and addresses of the petitioner and the petitioner’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons who have claims or demands against the decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is February 1, 2024. Petitioner Joanna Manna 72 Kent Drive Ormond Beach, FL 32176 Attorney for Petitioner RICKY P. BATEH Florida Bar No.: 0998249 6420 Greenland Chase Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32258 (904) 448-3168 rpbpa7@gmail.com rickbateh@comcast.net February 1, 8, 2024 24-00048I

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2024 10059 PRDL Division 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF GEORGE DICKSON HUGUS, III Deceased. The administration of the estate of George Dickson Hugus, III, deceased, whose date of death was December 1, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Post Office Box 6043, DeLand, FL 32721. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is February 1, 2024. Personal Representative: George Dickson Hugus, IV c/o Legacy Law Associates, P.L. 313 S. Palmetto Ave. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Attorney for Personal Representative: Robert M. Holland, Attorney Florida Bar Number: 938998 Legacy Law Associates, P.L. 313 S. Palmetto Ave. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Telephone: (386) 252-2531 Fax: (386) 258-0392 E-Mail: holland@legacylaw313.com Secondary E-Mail: linda@legacylaw313.com February 1, 8, 2024 24-00046I

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023-13092 PRDL Division 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF MARGARET MARY NATUZZI A/K/A MARGARET M. NATUZZI, Deceased. The administration of the estate of MARGARET MARY NATUZZI A/K/A MARGARET M. NATUZZI, deceased, whose date of death was October 11, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P. O. Box 6043, DeLand, FL 32721-6043. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served, must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: February 1, 2024. Signed on this 2 day of December, 2023. /s/ GRACE RHODES Personal Representative 212 Carle Road Westbury, NY 11590 /s/ ROBERT KIT KOREY, ESQUIRE Attorney for Personal Representative Florida Bar No. 147787 ROBERT KIT KOREY, P. A. 595 W. Granada Blvd., Suite A Ormond Beach, FL 32174 Telephone: (386) 677-3431 Email: Kit@koreylawpa.com Secondary Email: Michele@koreylawpa.com February 1, 8, 2024 24-00045I

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE The following personal property of Beth Salgado and Dolores Cervantes-Acosta will on 19th day of February 2024, at 10:00 a.m., on property at 336 Circle Drive, Lot #17, DeLand, Volusia County, Florida 32724, in Applegate MHC, be sold for cash to satisfy storage fees in accordance with Florida Statutes, Section 715.109: Year/Make: 1973 CHARM VIN #: 48440412 Title #: 6176821 And All Other Personal Property Therein

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO: 2024 10108 PRDL Div.: 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF PEGGY IRA EARLY, Deceased. The administration of the Estate of PEGGY IRA EARLY, deceased, whose date of death was October 13, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 101 N Alabama Ave, DeLand, FL 32724. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other

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SECOND INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Summary Administration) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023 12974 PRDL Division 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF ALICE B. BRITTINGHAM, aka ALICE BURR BRITTINGHAM Deceased. TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE: You are hereby notified that an Order of Summary Administration has been entered in the estate of Alice B. Brittingham, also known as Alice Burr Brittingham, deceased, File Number 2023 12974 PRDL, by the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Post Office Box 6043, DeLand, FL 32721; that the decedent’s date of death was September 30, 2023; that the total value of the estate is $500.00 and that the names and addresses of those to whom it has been assigned by such order are: Name Marion A. Brittingham-Beers, as trustee of the Alice B. Brittingham Trust of 1989 dated August 16, 1989, Address c/o Legacy Law Associates, P.L. 313 S. Palmetto Ave. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT: All creditors of the estate of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent other than those for whom provision for full payment was made in the Order of Summary Administration must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702. ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER APPLICABLE TIME PERIOD, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is February 1, 2024. Person Giving Notice: Marion A. Brittingham-Beers c/o Legacy Law Associates, P.L. 313 S. Palmetto Ave. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Attorney for Person Giving Notice W. Denis Shelley, Attorney Florida Bar Number: 273872 Legacy Law Associates, P.L. 313 S. Palmetto Ave. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Telephone: (386) 252-2531 Fax: (386) 258-0392 E-Mail: shelley@legacylaw313.com Secondary E-Mail: linda@legacylaw313.com February 1, 8, 2024 24-00051I

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO. 2023 11762 CIDL WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, v. PHILLIP J. VER HAAR A/K/A PHILLIP J. VERHAAR A/K/A PHILLIP J. HAAR A/K/A PHILLIP J. VER HARR; VALERIE VER HAAR A/K/A VALERIE E. VERHAAR A/K/A VALERIE VER HARR; UNKNOWN TENANT 1; UNKNOWN TENANT 2; Defendants. Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to the Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered on November 28, 2023, in this cause, in the Circuit Court of Volusia County, Florida, the office of Laura E. Roth, Clerk of the Circuit Court, shall sell the property situated in Volusia County, Florida, described as: LOT 27, BLOCK 1289, DELTONA LAKES UNIT FORTY-FOUR, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 27, PAGES 289 THROUGH 296, PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. a/k/a 830 ALCAN AVE, DELTONA, FL 32738-7144 at public sale, to the highest and best bidder, for cash, online at www.volusia. realforeclose.com, on February 27, 2024 beginning at 11:00 AM. Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste. D-305, DeLand, FL 32724 (386) 257-6096; Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. Dated at St. Petersburg, Florida this 23th. day of January, 2024. eXL Legal, PLLC Designated Email Address: efiling@exllegal.com 12425 28th Street North, Suite 200 St. Petersburg, FL 33716 Telephone No. (727) 536-4911 Attorney for the Plaintiff Isabel López Rivera FL Bar: 1015906 1000008829 24-00037I February 1, 8, 2024

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SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2019 31947 CICI NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, Plaintiff, vs. EDWARD C TAFT JR, JR. A/K/A EDWARD C. TAFT, et al., Defendant. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered January 25, 2024 nunc pro tunc January 10, 2024 in Civil Case No. 2019 31947 CICI of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT in and for Volusia County, Deland, Florida, wherein NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC is Plaintiff and EDWARD C TAFT JR, Jr. a/k/a Edward C. Taft, et al., are Defendants, the Clerk of Court, LAURA E. ROTH, ESQ., will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash electronically at www.volusia.real foreclose.com in accordance with Chapter 45, Florida Statutes on the 28th day of February, 2024 at 11:00 AM on the following described property as set forth in said Summary Final Judgment, to-wit: LOT 53 AND THE EASTERLY 1/2 OF LOT 54, ROWLADERS THIRD ADDITION TO DAYTONA, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 4, PAGE 179, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens, must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114; (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 1 (800) 955-8770. By: /s/Robyn Katz Robyn Katz, Esq. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 225 East Robinson Street, Suite 155 Orlando, FL 32801 Phone: (407) 674-1850 Fax: (321) 248-0420 Email: MRService@mccalla.com Fla. Bar No.: 146803 23-06882FL February 1, 8, 2024 24-00052I

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. CASE No. 2022 30176 CICI NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY, Plaintiff, vs. UNKNOWN SPOUSE, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING AN INTEREST BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF D. JOAN SHAW AKA DOROTHY JOAN SHAW, DECEASED, et al. Defendants. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order or Final Judgment entered in Case No. 2022 30176 CICI of the Circuit Court of the 7TH Judicial Circuit in and for VOLUSIA County, Florida, wherein, MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC, Plaintiff and UNKNOWN SPOUSE, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING AN INTEREST BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF D. JOAN SHAW AKA DOROTHY JOAN SHAW, DECEASED, et al., are Defendants, Clerk of Court, Laura E. Roth, will sell to the highest bidder for cash at, WWW.VOLUSIA.REALFORECLOSE. COM, at the hour of 11:00 AM, on the 23rd day of February, 2024, the following described property: LOT TWO (2), UNIVERSITY CIRCLE, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 25, AT PAGE 144 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, must file a claim per the requirements set forth in FL Stat. 45.032. IMPORTANT If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. DATED this 24th day of February, 2024. GREENSPOON MARDER LLP TRADE CENTRE SOUTH, SUITE 700 100 WEST CYPRESS CREEK ROAD FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33309 Telephone: (954) 343 6273 Hearing Line: (888) 491-1120 Facsimile: (954) 343 6982 Email 1: Jacob.Elberg@gmlaw.com Email 2: gmforeclosure@gmlaw.com By: /S/ Jacob C. Elberg Jacob C. Elberg, Esq. Florida Bar No. 1032316 36615.0414 / JSchwartz February 1, 8, 2024 24-00038I

persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME

PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is February 1, 2024. Personal Representative: /s/ Melissa Carrier Thomas DuBrule 176 Ormwood Drive Ormond Beach, FL 32176 Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Elan R. Kaney Elan R. Kaney, Esq., Attorney Florida Bar Number: 538302 523 N. Halifax Ave. Daytona Beach, FL 32118 Telephone: (386) 281-5777 Fax: (386) 867-8076 E-Mail: Elan.Kaney@KaneyLaw.com February 1, 8, 2024 24-00044I

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2022 30409 CICI LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. BEVERLY A. STARNES, ANGELA L. BRITTON AND BRIAN B.BRITTON, et al. Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated June 14, 2023, and entered in 2022 30409 CICI of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC is the Plaintiff and BEVERLY A. STARNES; ANGELA L. BRITTON; BRIAN B. BRITTON; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF BRIAN B. BRITTON; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ANGELA L. BRITTON are the Defendant(s). Laura E. Roth as the Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at www.volusia.realforeclose.com, at 11:00 AM, on February 21, 2024, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 42, BLOCK 3, BIG TREE SHORES, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 31, PAGES 84 AND 85, PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA, TOGETHER WITH A 1995 MANUFACTURED HOME HAVING IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 03610799H PERMANENTLY ATTACHED THERETO.

Property Address: 11 APPLEWOOD CIR, SOUTH DAYTONA BEACH, FL 32119 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim in accordance with Florida Statutes, Section 45.031. IMPORTANT AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste D-305, Deland, FL 32724, (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. Dated this 24 day of January, 2024. ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff 6409 Congress Ave., Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33487 Telephone: 561-241-6901 Facsimile: 561-997-6909 Service Email: flmail@raslg.com By: \S\Danielle Salem Danielle Salem, Esquire Florida Bar No. 0058248 Communication Email: dsalem@raslg.com 21-140530 - EuE February 1, 8, 2024 24-00039I

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO. 2023 11987 CIDL BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT SERIES I TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS, CREDITORS, DEVISEES, BENEFICIARIES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING AN INTEREST BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF JUSTINA ZABULUNGI, DECEASED; HILDA AKYAA CORRI; KWABENA DWUMON CORRI; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; UNKNOWN PERSON(S) IN POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY, Defendant(s) To the following Defendant(s): ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS, CREDITORS, DEVISEES, BENEFICIARIES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING AN INTEREST BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF JUSTINA ZABULUNGI, DECEASED (LAST KNOWN ADDRESS) 2041 SWANSON DRIVE DELTONA, FLORIDA 32738 HILDA AKYAA CORRI (LAST KNOWN ADDRESS) 2725 SW 27TH AVE APT U4 GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA 32608 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Foreclosure of Mortgage on the following described property: LOT 4, BLOCK 559, DELTONA LAKES UNIT SEVENTEEN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 25, PAGES 241 THROUGH 244, INCLUSIVE, OF THE

PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. a/k/a 2041 SWANSON DRIVE, DELTONA, FLORIDA 32738 has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it, on Kahane & Associates, P.A., Attorney for Plaintiff, whose address is 1619 NW 136th Avenue, Suite D-220, Sunrise, FLORIDA 33323 on or before MAR 08 2024, a date which is within thirty (30) days after the first publication of this Notice in the BUSINESS OBSERVER and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on Plaintiff ’s attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint. This notice is provided pursuant to Administrative Order No.2.065. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to provisions of certain assistance. Please contact the Court Administrator at Suite 300, Courthouse Annex, 125 E. Orange Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32114; call (386)257-6096 within two (2) working days of your receipt of this notice or pleading; if you are hearing impaired, call 1-800-955-8771 (TDD); THIS IS NOT A COURT INFORMATION LINE; if you are voice impaired, call 1-800995-8770 (V) (Via Florida Relay Services). WITNESS my hand and the seal of this Court this 23 day of January, 2024. LAURA E. ROTH As Clerk of the Court (SEAL) By: /s/ Jennifer M. Hamilton As Deputy Clerk Submitted by: Kahane & Associates, P.A. 1619 NW 136th Avenue, Suite D-220 Sunrise, Florida 33323 Telephone: (954) 382-3486 Telefacsimile: (954) 382-5380 Designated service email: notice@kahaneandassociates.com 23-00818 PHH February 1, 8, 2024 24-00042I

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION Case No. 2020 10402 CIDL Mortgage Lenders Investment Trading Corporation d/b/a R P Funding f/k/a R P Funding, Inc., Plaintiff, vs. The Unknown Heirs or Beneficiaries of the Estate of Craig F. Lipscomb a/k/a Craig Lipscomb a/k/ Craig Farrel Lipscomb, Deceased, et al., Defendants. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the Final Judgment and/or Order Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale, entered in Case No. 2020 10402 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit, in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein Mortgage Lenders Investment Trading Corporation d/b/a R P Funding f/k/a R P Funding, Inc. is the Plaintiff and The Unknown Heirs or Beneficiaries of the Estate of Craig F. Lipscomb a/k/a Craig Lipscomb a/k/ Craig Farrel Lipscomb, Deceased; Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Mortgagee, as Nominee for Quicken Loans, Inc., its successors and assigns; LORENA LIPSCOMB A/K/A LORENA JOHANNA LIPSCOMB; MELANIE MARIE LEDGERWOOD; JOHN RAYMOND LIPSCOMB are the Defendants, that Laura Roth, Volusia County Clerk of Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at, www.volusia.realforeclose.com, beginning at 11:00 AM on the 2nd day of May, 2024, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 9, BLOCK 128, DELTONA LAKES UNIT FOUR, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 25, PAGE(S) 121 THROUGH 126, INCLUSIVE, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. TAX ID: 813004160090 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis

pendens must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. REQUESTS FOR ACCOMODATIONS BY PERSONS WITH DISABILTIES If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at not cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Court Administration, 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste. D-305, DeLand, FL 32724, (386) 257-6096, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the appearance is less than 7 days;if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. THESE ARE NOT COURT INFORMATION NUMBERS SOLICITUD DE ADAPTACIONES PARA PERSONAS CON DISCAPACIDADES Si usted es una persona con discapacidad que necesita una adaptación para poder participar en este procedimiento, usted tiene el derecho a que se le proporcione cierta asistencia, sinincurrir en gastos. Comuníquese con la Oficina de Administración Judicial (Court Administración), 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste. D-305, DeLand, FL 32724, (386) 257-6096, con no menos de 7 días de antelación de su cita de comparecencia ante el juez, o de inmediato al recibir esta notificación si la cita de comparecencia está dentro de un plazo menos de 7 días; si usted tiene una discapacidad del habla o del oído, llame al 711. ESTOS NUMEROS TELEFONICOS NO SON PARA OBTENER INFORMACION JUDICIAL Dated this 26th day of January, 2024. BROCK & SCOTT, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff 2001 NW 64th St, Suite 130 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309 Phone: (954) 618-6955, ext. 4766 Fax: (954) 618-6954 FLCourtDocs@brockandscott.com By /s/Justin J. Kelley Justin J. Kelley, Esq. Florida Bar No. 32106 File # 20-F01777 February 1, 8, 2024 24-00040I

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO. 2023 12009 CIDL NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, Plaintiff, vs. CARMEN R. IGLESIAS A/K/A CARMEN IGLESIAS; UNKNOWN TENANT NO. 1; UNKNOWN TENANT NO. 2; and ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING INTERESTS BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST A NAMED DEFENDANT TO THIS ACTION, OR HAVING OR CLAIMING TO HAVE ANY RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY HEREIN DESCRIBED, Defendant(s). TO: CARMEN R. IGLESIAS A/K/A CARMEN IGLESIAS Last Known Address 2121 ARROWHEAD AVE APT 4 DELTONA, FL 32725 Current Residence is Unknown UNKNOWN TENANT NO. 1 2121 Arrowhead Ave Deltona, FL 32725 UNKNOWN TENANT NO. 2 2121 Arrowhead Ave Deltona, FL 32725 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following described property in Volusia County, Florida: LOT 1, BLOCK 163, DELTONA LAKES UNIT EIGHT, AS PER PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 25, PAGE(S) 165 THROUGH 177, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Diaz Anselmo & Associates, P.A., Plaintiff ’s attorneys, whose address is P.O. BOX 19519, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33318, (954) 564-0071, answers@ dallegal.com, on or before Dec 14, 2023, and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on Plaintiff ’s attorneys or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you

for the relief demanded in the complaint or petition. REQUESTS FOR ACCOMMODATIONS BY PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Court Administration, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, (386) 257-6096, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. THESE ARE NOT COURT INFORMATION NUMBERS SOLICITUD DE ADAPTACIONES PARA PERSONAS CON DISCAPACIDADES Si usted es una persona con discapacidad que necesita una adaptacin para poder participar en este procedimiento, usted tiene el derecho a que se le proporcione cierta asistencia, sin incurrir en gastos. Comunquese con la Oficina de Administracin Judicial (Court Administration), 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, (386) 257-6096, con no menos de 7 das de antelacin de su cita de comparecencia ante el juez, o de inmediato al recibir esta notificacin si la cita de comparecencia est dentro de un plazo menos de 7 das; si usted tiene una discapacidad del habla o del odo, llame al 711. ESTOS NUMEROS TELEFONICOS NO SON PARA OBTENER INFORMACION JUDICIAL DATED on Oct 30, 2023. LAURA E ROTH CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT (SEAL) By: /s/ Erika Gray DEPUTY CLERK Diaz Anselmo & Associates, P.A. Plaintiff ’s attorneys P.O. BOX 19519 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33318 (954) 564-0071 answers@dallegal.com 1496-192148 / DP February 1, 8, 2024 24-00041I

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2015 11321 CIDL U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. ROBERT W. WHITAKER, et al., Defendant. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered October 10, 2022 in Civil Case No. 2015 11321 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT in and for Volusia County, Deland, Florida, wherein U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST is Plaintiff and Robert W. Whitaker, et al., are Defendants, the Clerk of Court, LAURA E. ROTH, ESQ., will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash electronically at www. volusia.realforeclose.com in accordance with Chapter 45, Florida Statutes on the 7th day of March, 2024 at 11:00 AM on the following described property as set forth in said Summary Final Judgment, to-wit: A parcel of land situated in Section 29, Township 19 South, Range 32 East, Volusia County, Florida, said parcel being more particularly described as follows: Commence at a concrete monument at the Northwest corner of Section 29 and run South 00 degrees 00 minutes 02 seconds East along the West line of said Section 29 a distance of 2266.98 feet to an iron pipe; thence run North 35 degrees 11 minutes 41 seconds East, 140.84 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence run North 44 degrees 56 minutes 43 seconds East, 167.67 feet;

thence run North 80 degrees 22 minutes 22 seconds East, 167.66 feet; thence run South 89 degrees 52 minutes 40 seconds East, 93.00 feet; thence run South 32 degrees 46 minutes 28 seconds East, 1565.90 feet to an iron pipe; thence continue South 32 degrees 46 minutes 28 seconds East, 120 feet more or less to the waters of a lake; thence run Southwesterly along said waters to a point bearing South 42 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds East from the Point of Beginning; thence run North 42 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West, 140 feet more or less to an iron pipe; thence continue North 42 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West, 1629.62 feet to the Point of Beginning. Also known as Lot 10, The Cove at Lemon Bluff, unrecorded. Together with easements for ingress, egress, drainage and utilities over and across the following: Easements: A 70 foot easement for utilities and General Road purposes across a strip of land situated in Sections 20 and 29 of Township 19 South, Range 32 East, Volusia County, Florida; said easement lying 45 feet right and 25 feet left of the following described centerline: Commence at the Northwest corner of said Section 29 and run South 89 degrees 47 minutes 10 seconds East, along the North line of said Section 29, a distance of 1942.95 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence continue South 89 degrees 47 minutes 10 seconds East, along said North line 948.57 feet; thence run North 55 degrees 16 minutes 42 seconds East, 538.19 feet; thence run North 77 degrees 02 minutes 52 seconds East, 302.00 feet; thence run South 70 degrees 07 minutes 38 seconds East 277.85 feet; thence run South 49 degrees 21 minutes 58 seconds East, 331.43 feet; thence run South 75 degrees 36 minutes 33 seconds East, 382.28 feet; thence run South 89 degrees 47 minutes 10 seconds East 160.27 feet to the Easterly right-of-way line of Lemon Bluff Road and the end of said easement.

A 70 foot easement for drainage, utilities and general road purposes situated in Section 29, Township 19 South, Range 32 East, Volusia County, Florida; said easement lying 35 feet left of and 35 feet right of the following described centerline: Commence at the Northwest corner of said Section 29 and run South 89 degrees 47 minutes 10 seconds East along the North line of said Section 29 a distance of 646.90 feet to the Point of Beginning of said centerline: thence run South 00 degrees 07 minutes 04 seconds West, 2003.29 feet to the end of said easement. A 70 foot easement for drainage, utilities and general road purposes situated in Section 29, Township 19 South, Range 32 East, Volusia County, Florida; said easement lying 35 feet left of and 35 feet right of the following described centerline: Commence at the Northwest corner of said Section 29 and run South 89 degrees 47 minutes 10 seconds East along the North line of said Section 29 a distance of 1977.95 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence run South 00 degrees 07 minutes 04 seconds West, 2001.16 feet; thence run North 89 degrees 52 minutes 40 seconds West, 1608.90 feet; thence run South 80 degrees 22 minutes 22 seconds West, 167.66 feet; thence run South 44 degrees 56 minutes 43 seconds West, 167.67 feet; thence run South 35 degrees 11 minutes 41 seconds West, 140.84 feet to the end of said centerline. A 70 foot easement for drainage, utilities and general road purposes situated in Section 29, Township 19 South, Range 32 East, Volusia County, Florida; said easement lying 70 feet East of and adjacent to the following described centerline: Commence at the Northwest corner of said Section 29 and run South 00 degrees 00 minutes 02 seconds East, along the West line of said Section 29, a distance of 2226.98 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence continue South 00 degrees 00 minutes 02 seconds East, along said West line, 442.03 feet to the

West 1/4 Section corner of said Section 29; thence run South 00 degrees 05 minutes 14 seconds East, along said West line 2070.04 feet to the end of said easement line. Also an easement for utilities and general road purposes across a cul-de-sac having a radius of 50 feet and its radius point being North 89 degrees 54 minutes 46 seconds East, 50 feet from the above described end of said easement line. Together with easement for ingress and egress, utilities and drainage as set forth in Deed recorded in Official Records Book 2734, Page 1215, of the Public Records of Volusia County, Florida. Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens, must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114; (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 1 (800) 955-8770. By: /s/Robyn Katz Robyn Katz, Esq. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 225 East Robinson Street, Suite 155 Orlando, FL 32801 Phone: (407) 674-1850 Fax: (321) 248-0420 Email: MRService@mccalla.com Fla. Bar No.: 146803 23-06641FL 24-00050I February 1, 8, 2024

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