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PORT ST. LUCIE — A proposed city center along U.S. 1 and Walton Road could become a new central hub for international trade with space planned for a 200-room hotel, 1,080 residential units and 1.5 million square feet of business development. The plans, submitted on behalf of the 69-acre site’s owner Lily Zhong, claim the center will be lucrative, longterm for the city. During construction, Zhong anticipates the creation of 3,800 construction jobs and construction fees to cost roughly $380 million. Zhong also estimates more than $26 million to be paid in impact fees to the school board. Annually, she expects 2,650 jobs to be created with a payroll of about $102 million. Zhong is hoping to break ground on the site in April. Sam Yates, president of Yates & Associates — which Zhong hired as her public relations firm — said there has already been interest from businesses that would expand to the center. Yates said he could not reveal which ones, however. Most of those are places that already have locations along the Treasure Coast, but Yates said there has been interest

ST. LUCIE COUNTY — The St. Lucie Commission is against the proposed high speed passenger rail project, All Aboard Florida, that would make 32 daily passes through the Treasure Coast without making any stops in the area. The commission passed a resolution at their meeting June 16, citing safety concerns they say the service would bring to the area. The county joins Martin and Indian River counties, as well as the city of Port St. Lucie, the city of Stuart, the city of Vero Beach and St. Lucie Village as governing bodies that have passed resolutions against the rail. Safety and cost concerns were the main issues cited by the commissioners and other county officials. Much of initial cost is to be covered by a $1.6 billion loan from the Federal Railroad Administration, but county attorney Dan McIntyre said the county would be responsible for costs down the road. “The staff is concerned about cost, and that’s short-term and long-term. We’ve got existing track agreements; even if All Aboard pays for some short-term improvements, we

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TRADITION — Roger LeBel, a former New Hampshire state trooper, moved to Tradition last December.

“I was tired of the northeast winters that were longer and colder,” he said. “I was looking on the west coast of Florida and didn’t see what I liked. I fell in love with Tradition as soon as I drove up. It was exactly the kind of community I wanted.” It didn’t hurt that with its Town Hall and Main Street, the community reminded him of his home state, minus the snow, or that a lot of people he met were from the northeast. LeBel was a trooper for 18 years. Before that, he was a small town police officer and served in the Army. “I went into the Army after high school,” he said. “When I got out in 1982, I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do. Unemployment was pretty high. There was an opening (in law enforcement) and I fell in love with the profession, of helping people and being needed. Retirement was harder than I thought. I’d always enjoyed my work.” LeBel retired seven years ago. It was a financial decision, as well as the desire to try a different career while he was still young enough. Still, he missed aspects of his former life.

“I missed the phone call in the middle of the night to run out to help someone,” he said. “That’s what it was like in New Hampshire. You felt needed and there was an adrenaline rush that was hard to replicate.” LeBel had completed a degree from Southern New Hampshire University as an adult, and he found work in logistics and management. When he moved down here, he took a job in logistics management with Target. He also fulfilled a dream. His book, “The Honor of Brothers,” was just published as an e-book on Amazon. com. “Two years ago, I started writing,” he said. “It was a dream I’d had my entire life. Now the kids were grown, and I had free time. I was going through a divorce, and it was therapy.” The book started off as a spy novel. “I liked reading them and watching movies with intrigue,” he said. “The characters took over, and it’s more military. It takes place just before World War II and during the war. In the Civil war, you had tales of brother fighting brother. “In ‘The Honor of Brothers,’ you

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TREASURE COAST — Back in November 2007 a local jobs report read like this: Florida’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 4.3 percent, a narrow increase from October, but still significantly below the national rate — 4.7 percent. Martin County was keeping pace with the nation, with a 4.6 percent not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate. St. Lucie’s employment picture was comparatively lagging. It weighed in with a 6.3 percent not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate. Together, the two counties form the Port St. Lucie metropolitan statistical area. The MSA came in with a not-seasonally-adjusted unemployment rate at 5.7 percent. Its total workforce is about 188,350. But, that was all so 2007. Things were booming. Things were good. Things were about to change drastically. By most economists’ math, the Great Recession started in December that year, and the nation shed about 8.7 million jobs by June 2009. That’s when most economists figure the recession had ended and an anemic, slow recovery started. The Federal Labor Department recently reported that last month the nation crossed an economic milestone of sorts; it’s regained all those jobs. However, many economists say the nation needed to add about another 6.9 million

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ince when is being short 6.9 million jobs and getting a bunch of lower-wage replacing higher-wage ones good news in America? Since the Great Recession, apparently. Basically, our perception of news comes in four categories: good, less good, less bad and bad. The federal Labor Department recently announced that the nation has recovered the about 8.7 million jobs it’d lost during the Great Recession and prolonged economic downturn. These days, that’s taken by many as “good news.” Thing is, we’re still short about 6.9 million jobs when labor-force growth is factored into equations. Oh, and many of the new jobs are in lower-paying sectors than the ones lost. I take that as less bad news. The recession most of us would like to forget is officially counted as being Dec. 2007 to June 2009. It felt a lot longer than that, didn’t it? There’s a reason. Seven years ago, June 2007 — shortly before the recession — Florida’s seasonally-adjusted unemployment rate was 3.5 percent. The nation was at 4.5. Locally, Martin County’s not seasonally adjusted rate was 4.1 percent. St. Lucie’s was 5.6. Tak-

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Patrick McCallister en together as the Port St. Lucie metropolitan statistical area, the two counties had a not adjusted rate of 5.1 percent. Two years later, at the theoretical end of the international recession, Florida’s adjusted unemployment rate was at 10.6 percent. That was higher than any other month going back to October 1975, when the state was at 11 percent. The nation had a seasonally adjusted unemployment rate of 9.5 in June 2009. The nation’s unemployment rate about doubled over two years. Florida’s about tripled. At the time it looked like things couldn’t get worse, remember? And the less bad taken as good news started trickling onto newspaper pages. Oh, happy days

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were coming back. Yeah, well, while some of the nation seemed to start making tiny bits of progress right around the second half of ‘09, Florida’s unemployment had a whole lot more to prove. The Sunshine State’s unemployment didn’t peak until about January 2010. That’s when we had a statewide 11.9 percent seasonally adjusted unemployment rate. That month, Martin checked in with a 12.4 percent not adjusted unemployment rate; St. Lucie with 14.9 percent. Taken together, the counties had a not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate of 14.5 percent. That 14.5 percent wasn’t counting discouraged workers who stopped looking for jobs. How did Ronald Reagan put it in 1980? “Recession is when your neighbor loses his job. Depression is when you lose yours.” From what I can tell, Florida never really had a post-recession bounce. You know, consumer confidence surging as pent-up demand turns into ringing cash registers. For the last couple years I’ve been writing the same

employment report every month. The jobs market is slowly getting better. The jobs market is slowly getting better. The jobs market is slowly getting better. I’ve asked the editor, Tammy Raits, “How many ways are there to say ‘the jobs market is slowly getting better?’” Today the state and nation are at a 6.3 percent seasonally adjusted unemployment rate. Martin County is at a not adjusted rate of 6.1 percent. St. Lucie follows with a 7.7 percent rate. Together, the two counties have a 7.1 percent not adjusted unemployment rate. The jobs market is slowly getting better. Painfully slowly. But we’re living in days when less bad economic news equals good. I don’t know if we as a nation every really figured out all the reasons why the Great Recession and slow recovery happened the way they did. I don’t know if that history lesson ever turned into widespread family and corporate policies, or sensible local, state and federal initiatives and legislation. Well, the feds say we got back the 8.7 million lost jobs. You’ll forgive me if I skip any celebration until we get some good employment news. Patrick McCallister is a staff writer for Your Voice News & Views.

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26 – 28 and pick up used office furniture and equipment, including desks, chairs, filing cabinets, workstations and more. Representatives from local nonprofits must bring valid paperwork proving their agency’s 501c3 status. Agencies acquiring any used office equipment are responsible for transportation from the Logistics Center. Equipment will be donated on a first-come, first-served basis and must be removed by Saturday, June 28.

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ood business relationships are not just a matter of chance and don’t just happen. They start with an organization’s commitment to provide trustworthy advice and distinctive service. The goal is to accomplish the stated business purpose while providing a great client experience. The development of a business relationship should be viewed as an on-going process and the business value gained will depend not only on the service but the professional delivery of that service. It’s not just what you do but how you do it. A value-added relationship involving distinctive service is easily stated as a goal but does take a special kind of effort to consistently deliver. My 35 years of business experience has taught me that it is indeed worth the effort. The end result of this professional approach to service saves money and time for our clients, adds value and provides a steady stream of on-going business. Building positive professional relationships can be a daunting task. However it can be

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lish the following three levels or plateaus: respect, credibility and trust. The first step, of course, assumes that there is a purpose or reason for the business relationship, and your goal is to earn respect so that you can get to the next plateau. It can be within a social or business setting and can take the form of a lunch, baseball game or round of golf. It is the getting to know phase, kind of like the first few dates and can be initiated in a business setting in the form of a phone call, letter or meeting. While your goal is to earn respect, you should also establish clarity of purpose. Although you are selling your product, at this stage it is your character that is being judged. How your product or service satisfies the client need is important, but how you deliver service is critical. Earning re-

Peter Perry accomplished through a carefully crafted and thought out approach. That’s right, a formal approach with a clear and well defined path for delivering services. It also needs to be a client centric approach that is simple and repeatable. Client centric requires you to think of the client first and develop the relationship around the client’s needs and how your service or product can not only satisfy those needs, but provide added value. I think of the relationship building process as multiple levels of achievement or attainment. For me I estab-

spect is a good start, and earns additional face time. It’s a good start, but only the beginning. It is an opportunity to earn respect, demonstrate your capabilities, communicate added value and establish trust. While this first phase displays some character and personality, it does not always demonstrate ability or knowledge. The client needs to feel comfortable in knowing that they are dealing with competent professionals that can help them accomplish their stated business purpose. This is accomplished during the second phase or credibility building phase of the relationship and delivered only through experienced professionals who know what they are talking about and know what they are doing. You need to show your client that you understand their needs and you have the ability and skills to identify, develop and conduct business transactions that satisfy those needs. There is more, however. A respectful exchange with competent professionals is not enough.

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Tim Dougher, executive director of the Business Development Board of Martin County, said the Stuart area had developed a strong presence in international markets, largely thanks to the marine and aviation industries before the Great Recession. “I think ultimately, the diverse economy we have in Martin County allowed us to climb out of the recession better than the state average and definitely better than some of our neighbors,” he said. Dougher said that as various parts of the world economy recovered at different rates, Martin’s workers benefited from diverse international sales. “Ultimately, I think we fared very well (through the recession),” Dougher said. “I think the type of industry base we have in Martin County helped.” In June 2009, the generally-agreed tail end of the recession, Martin had about 64,000 workers. Slightly more than 7,000 were looking for work, for a not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate of 11.2 percent. While the county has added about 2,500 workers, its unemployment rate has dropped about 5.1 percentage points over four years. Peter Tesch took over as president of the Economic Development Council of St Lucie County earlier this year. He said that St. Lucie is recovering as well as, if not better than, anyone could reasonably hope. “I think, given the general state of the economy, we’re making progress,” he said. “There are a couple areas that are showing some progress.” While St. Lucie’s employment is lagging 1.6 percentage points behind Martin’s, it was particularly hard hit by the housing crash, the centerpiece of the Great Recession. In June, 2009, about

17,400 of the county’s 123,500 workers were job hunting. The not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was a whopping 14.1 percent. While the workforce has grown to about 129,500, the unemployment rate has dropped 6.4 percentage points over the last four years. Dougher said he’s optimistic that things will keep improving for the nation, state and Treasure Coast. “According to what I’m seeing, I’m seeing more recovery in the works,” he said. Dougher noted that there are a number of positive economic signs, such as area property values steadily rising over the last couple years. He also said it’s a significantly positive sign that Costco was looking at possibly locating in Palm City. “I think there’s still room,” Dougher said. “I think we’re going to continue to see growth.” Tesch said many Treasure Coast businesses are adding workers. “This spans different-sized businesses, from some of our larger employers to small- and medium-sized ones,” he said. “We’re seeing companies saying, ‘Yes, we’re starting to experience an influx of orders. We may need to expand our facility.’” The unemployment rate is calculated using a variety of methods. Among them are telephone interviews with workers. Those that report not having jobs and looking for employment in the previous 30 days are counted as unemployed. Discouraged workers — those who are able to work and want jobs, but have not sought employment in the previous 30 days — are not counted in the unemployment figure. Many call this “shadow unemployment,” and it’s inherently difficult to track due to variations of reasons for why people don’t seek jobs. The Treasure Coast traditionally experiences a slight uptick in unemployment during the summer months.

Complete confidence involves trust and trust can only be built through a complete and uncompromised commitment to the highest level of professional standards. In my case, commercial real estate transactions involve significant sums of money and, in some cases, significant risk. The client needs to know that I am going to do what I say I will do. They need to have the confidence and trust in their real estate professional, knowing that they are not only getting knowledgeable and competent service but that the people they are dealing with operate according to the highest levels of professional ethics. Come to think of it, these are some of the same values that I learned many, many years ago as a Boy Scout. It is called the Boy Scout Law and goes something like this: “Be …Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean and Reverent…” There are many approaches both formal and informal in building lasting value-added relationships. Regardless of the approach used, keep in mind that they can only be successful when they are client-centric. The

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ST. LUCIE COUNTY — The county clerk is warning residents of a virus-containing “Notice to Appear” email being circulated that asks recipients to download the notice. The sender claims he or she is the city clerk, but actual County Clerk Joseph Smith said the sender didn’t even bother to get the name correct. “That should be a red flag right there,” he said. The email is signed “Bruce Tailor.” Smith said those who receive the email should call the Clerk’s office at (772) 462-6900. “We’ve had a plenty of people call us let us know they received the email, but no one told us they clicked on it and were affected that way.” Smith said notices to appear are sent through the mail, along with most other notices. “The clerk’s office would not send official business through email,” he said.

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The planned nursing home will be the seventh in Florida. The other homes are located in Daytona Beach, Land O’ Lakes, Panama City, Pembroke Pines, Port Charlotte and St. Augustine. The department also operates a veterans’ assisted living facility in Lake City. Currently, the closest nursing facilities for Treasure Coast and Space Coast veterans are Daytona Beach and Miami. The proposed site is located not quite 2 miles from Tradition Medical Center, St. Lucie West, on land donated by Tradition Land Co. LLC. The parcel is at the western end of Tradition Parkway. Al Carter, FDVA executive deputy director and site-selection committee chair, introduced seven of the nine total committee members attending (the ninth was delayed in arriving at the site).

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VETS from page A24 They included representatives of the FDVA’s legal, legislative, communications and administrative divisions, as well as medical professionals and an architect. Carter explained that half of the committee were voting members, and the other half non-voting, but who still have key roles to play in making the final decision. He explained the rules under which the committee must operate. “There must be ‘Sunshine Law’ cleansing,” he said, referring to the Government-in-the-Sunshine Law enacted in 1967 to guarantee full access to all government records and meetings of government officials. “Voting members must disclose conversations with each other,” Carter said. “We all arrived here in separate vehicles, with the exception of non-voting admin(istration) members. “We’re allowed to ask site-specific questions, but we are not allowed to discuss site evaluation. Not until our visits are complete, and we formulate our recommendations to the state cabinet.” Hutchinson took the floor after Carter, and gave a measured, but passionate, talk touting the many qualities St. Lucie County and the city of Port St. Lucie have to offer. “You’ve got a state-of-the-art medical facility just over a mile from here; you’ve got amenities

like a fire department very near here, shopping; you’ve got serene, calm and beautiful conservation land that will not be developed. “It can’t be duplicated,” she said. “And it’s not just for the veterans, but for their families, too.” Hutchinson’s contingent included representatives from city utilities and services, who told the site committee that the infrastructure was sound, and that the facility could be easily and quickly constructed. County attorney Dan McIntyre said, “Certainly, Port St. Lucie will manage services. “More than 280,000 veterans live in our service area. Of these, more than 100,000 are over 65. We can handle these needs much better than anyone else.” Hutchinson’s team put together a meticulously detailed booklet for the site-selection committee. In the section titled “Local Infrastructure,” the booklet states: “Sewer, electricity, communications and irrigation-quality water available from south side of Tradition Parkway. Water main already present along eastern boundary of property. “County will pay to extend utilities along 830-foot driveway to main part of parcel.” The booklet also addressed environmental concerns, which Carter had said were a priority: “No recognized environmental conditions relative to subsurface contamination found.

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Once the presentations were made, Carter said it was time to take the tour. County crews had previously cut down brush to create a walkway for the committee members, as well as providing water and Italian ice, umbrellas and facecloths at stops along the way. “Safety is key,” Carter said. “Don’t step in any holes, gopher or otherwise. I’m sure the county and city have fine first responders, but we don’t want to have to test it.” Some of the many attendees chose to accompany the site-selection committee members, while others stayed behind, talking over the implications of the site visit. Representatives from all of the United Veterans of St. Lucie County were there to lend their support, according to Dan DePagnier, chairman. The United Veterans provided a Color Guard, and led the attendees in the Pledge of Allegiance. Members buttonholed Steve Murray, FDVA communications director, before he left, wanting to know when the final decision will be made. “We have to finish our recommendations and forward them to the state cabinet by August,” Murray said. “And hopefully, by September a decision will be made.” Other attendees included state

www.YourVoiceWeekly.com Rep. Larry Lee Jr., D-Fort Pierce, and Port St. Lucie Mayor JoAnn Faiella. Like other nursing facilities around the state, the proposed new facility will provide care for those veterans suffering from dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. There is one facility in Lake City that offers assisted-living facilities. The construction of the facility could result in as many as 200 jobs for the county, along with additional revenue in the form of business trade. The state has provided funding for up to $11 million, to be matched by federal funds, Hutchinson said, adding that the county and city are willing to absorb as many costs as possible. Commission chair Hutchinson joked at the end of her presentation, noting the weather: “Lips to God, it hasn’t rained yet!” But she added a heartfelt plea: “I spoke with a veteran I know who has no family. He said he is preparing for the day when he knows he will need to enter a veterans’ home. “He said, ‘St. Lucie County is my family. Frannie, get this for me.” For information on the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs, visit floridavets.org. For information on the St. Lucie County Board of Commissioners, visit stlucieco.gov/BOCC/index. htm For information on the City of Port St. Lucie, visit cityofpsl.com

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‘Corks & Collars’ Italiano style

Summer Schedule

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Sunrise Theatre’s BLACK

BOX

117 S 2nd St, Ft Pierce • Full Bar avail. 7 - 10 PM • $6 Cover, Members $5

• July 8 • July 22 • Aug. 5 • Aug. 19

• Sept. 2 • Sept. 16 • Sept. 30

PSL Botanical Gardens 2410 Westmoreland Blvd, PSL 6:30 - 9:30 PM • $5 Cover, Members $4

• July 2 • July 16 • July 30

• Oct. 14 • Oct. 28

• Aug. 13 • Aug. 27 • Sept. 10 • Sept. 24 • Oct. 8 • Oct. 22 11831

Beginning in November, Jams resume weekly.

www.jazzsociety.org email: info@jazzsociety.org

office: 772-460-JAZZ (5299)

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6/9/14 1:50 PM

SUMMER SPECIALS! 50% OFF FREE DINNER DRINK

Buy one dinner entree and get the second of equal or lesser value for 50% off. Expires 7-4-14

A Fabulous Breakfast Complimented with a Bloody Mary or Mimosa or any of your Favorite Beverages. Sat. 8am - 11am Sun. 8am - Noon

One FREE fountain drink with each lunch entree. Expires 7-4-14

NEW LUNCH SPECIALS Soup & Salad Combo

$ 50

LAST FRIDAY

OF EVERY MONTH

EVERY THURS. NIGHT

Join us for Classic Car Show Bike Night!

101 2nd Street, The Corner of Orange Ave. and 2nd Street www.RinellisYellowTail.com

772.466.5474

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WEEKEND BREAKFAST SPECIALS!

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PALM CITY — On Monday, June 30, Dogs and Cats Forever Inc. will be having a fundraiser dinner, “Corks & Collars” at Ristorante Claretta in Palm City to help the animals. Corks & Collars will be an evening of fine Italian dining and special music performance by Cassidy Diana and Billy Livesay, former singer/ guitarist for Clarence Clemons. In 2014, nearly 1,000 homeless, lost, and abused animals will be housed by Dogs and Cats Forever Inc. We are your Treasure Coast NO KILL animal rescue and supported 100 percent by donations. With the local community support, Dogs and Cats Forever, Inc. will be able to continue its mission: To provide education and outreach in the community, medical services for needy animals, safe shelter and sanctuary for homeless animals, and strong adoption programs to ensure that every animal lives in a safe, loving and secure home. Francesco Ingegnoli, co-owner of Ristorante Claretta’s, is a true animal lover and reached out to the shelter with an offer to help. June 30 marks the end of the season for the restaurant and they will reopen on Sept. 4. “I love my own dog, Maximus, and wanted to help those other animals in need. We are grateful to have an organization like Dogs and Cats Forever on the Treasure Coast” said Ingegnoli. “We are very appreciative of Ristorante Claretta for hosting our dinner and to Cassidy Diane as well as all of our sponsors and supporters. Every dollar helps to support our animals and our new cat building” said Jay Apicella, president of Dogs and Cats

Forever Inc. Dogs and Cats Forever Inc. was organized in 1988 for the purpose of building and maintaining a shelter for homeless dogs and cats on the Treasure Coast. The shelter is founded on the principle of trying to find good, loving homes for our animals. Our pledge is that any healthy pet not adopted, will have a safe and permanent home at Dogs and Cats Forever, Inc. for the duration of its natural life. Our shelter is not connected with any other animal society. It is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt project totally dependent on donations and endowments. Officers and Members are unpaid volunteers. Ristorante Claretta is located at 1315 S.W. Martin Highway in Palm City. Cassidy Diana, an aspiring singer and songwriter from Palm City, launched her career with, “The Call,” in tribute to her dad. The 15-year-old singer/songwriter has already opened for such chart-topping artists as Darryl Worley and Tyler Farr, and has recorded with Trace Atkins’ touring band. The Livesays, featuring Billy Livesay, songwriter, guitarist and vocalist who played for 13 years with Clarence Clemons’ Temple of Soul, Tony Stevens’ Original Foghat, and has multiple credited recordings and performances with many other chart-topping bands. If you have any questions about the Corks & Collars, or Dogs and Cats Forever Inc. please do not hesitate to call (772) 708-3764 or soldbykeri@ aol.com. Sponsorship opportunities and seating are still available. Find us on Facebook at Dogs and Cats Forever-No Kill shelter.

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Captiva unveiled at Vitalia

Open 7 Days A Week • Lunch & Dinner Chef Owned

SEAFOOD EATERY • Belly Clams • Clam Strips • Sea Scallops • Dolphin • Grouper • Salmon • Paella • Lobster Roll • Fish & Chips • Salads • Sandwiches • Ipswich Steamer Clams/ Steamed Virgina Clams • Beer & Wine Available

TRADITION — More than 400 Vitalia residents joined city and county officials, local visitors and real estate community and representatives from AV Homes for the June 19 ribbon cutting of the resort-style Captiva Club, the community hub and amenities center in Vitalia at Tradition. The ribbon-cutting ceremony attracted a large crowd eager to get a first glimpse inside the 55 and better community’s 24,000-square-foot clubhouse and outdoor activity areas. “The Captiva Club was designed as an all-in-one recreation center that complements the active lifestyles of Vitalia residents,” said David Smith, Florida division president of AV Homes, which created the 452-acre Vitalia community within Tradition in Port St. Lucie. “It represents the next generation of club facilities for residents who want to be engaged, challenged and active in retirement.”

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Colossal Lump Crab Roll Photo courtesy of AV Homes Captiva Club is the new 24,000-square-foot amenities center in Vitalia at Tradition. The private, lakefront Captiva Club will offer a year-round calendar of fitness, recreation and social activities for Vitalia residents. The clubhouse features a fitness center, aerobics studio, cyber café, billiards and dart room, demonstration kitchen, and creative studio rooms. Outdoor facilities include a resort-style swimming pool, pickleball and bocce courts, tennis courts, a lakeside pavilion, a Grand Event Lawn with fire pits, and a future golf putting green. “This facility and everything it offers to Vitalia residents is amazing,” said Port St. Lucie Mayor

JoAnn M. Faiella, among the county and city dignitaries attending the ribbon-cutting ceremony. “The Captiva Club demonstrates AV Homes’ commitment to creating healthy, active lifestyles for our residents. It’s an exciting new chapter for Vitalia.” Created as the heart of the Vitalia lifestyle, the Captiva Club will accommodate group fitness, social clubs and sports leagues and complement programs already in place, including golf and bowling outings, card and game nights,

See CAPTIVA page B6

With Fries or Lola’s Salad. With this coupon.

Not valid with other offers. Expires 7-4-14

14.50

reg. $16

Maine Lobster Roll

Includes Fries or side salad With this coupon.

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reg. $18

Belly Clam Roll

Lola’s Salad or Fries With this coupon.

Not valid with other offers. Expires 7-4-14

12.50

reg. $14

962 SW St. Lucie West Blvd 860 S. Federal Hwy. Stuart 4595 Northlake Blvd. Palm Beach Gardens

772-871-5533

WWW.LOLASSEAFOOD.COM

Wednesday, July 16th

Exhibitor Hours: 3:30 - 7:30 PM Break-out Sessions: 3:30 – 5:30 PM 1. Is your small business tech savvy? Find out how. C&W Technologies 2. The benefits of employee leasing. Advantage HR 3. Putting cloud services to work for your business. ITS Fiber, LLC 4. Top 10 to do list for business success. The Back Office, LLC Chamber Member Business After Hours 5:30 - 7:30 PM

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Enhance your Company, Streamline your Operations and Increase your Revenue!

Wolf Technology Center at Indian River State College 2400 Salerno Rd., Stuart Limited amount of vendor spaces available. For info call (772) 287-1088, ext. 111 • lisat@stuartmartinchamber.org

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CAPTIVA from page B5 photography and art classes, and book clubs. By the numbers, the Captiva Club offers eight pickleball courts, five tennis courts, two bocce courts, and a professionally maintained putting green, which is currently under construction. Its 24,000 square feet of interior space features the health club plus numerous gathering and meeting areas. “Our residents often tell us they’re busier now than when they were working,” said Kraig Karmickle, vice president of Florida operations for AAM, which oversees property management at Vitalia. “The Captiva Club now gives them so many more options to enjoy an active lifestyle and expand their social circles.” Vitalia was created by AV Homes, a community developer and homebuilder recognized nationally for its award-winning community design, amenities and homes. AV Homes introduced Vitalia in 2013 as the only age-restricted community for active adults 55 and better within the 8,300-acre Tradition in Port St. Lucie. Vitalia was created with the same meticulous planning and amenity-rich lifestyle that has earned Tradition more than 30 awards, including best master-planned communi-

ty by the Florida Home Builders Association. Emphasizing a coastal, resort-inspired lifestyle, Vitalia is only 14 miles from the Atlantic Ocean and located in a city consistently ranked nationally among the best places to live and retire. Nestled within a setting of lakes and nature preserves, Vitalia’s neighborhoods and amenities are designed to foster a sense of community and camaraderie. With golf carts and bicycles as the preferred mode of transportation, Vitalia offers a relaxed lifestyle, award-winning Mediterranean-inspired architecture and lush landscaping. Vitalia residents also enjoy the amenities of Tradition, including the charming Tradition Square town center reminiscent of smalltown America and offering shops, spas, salons, restaurants and venues for entertainment and concerts. Tradition, set within 400 acres of lakes, is also home to the new state-of-the-art Martin Health System Tradition Medical Center and Tradition Field, the spring training headquarters for the New York Mets and Florida League’s St. Lucie Mets. Nearby is PGA Village, offering 54 holes of Tom Fazio- and Pete Dye-designed championship golf and the 35-acre PGA Center for Golf Learning and Performance. Vitalia offers nine Island, Beach and Coast collection floor plans, including two that earned the

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Photo courtesy of AV Homes AV Homes Florida Division President David Smith, Port St. Lucie Mayor JoAnn M. Faiella, AV Homes Executive Vice President Carl Mulac, and Florida Division Vice President of Land Planning Tony Iorio were joined by members of city council for the ribbon-cutting ceremony of Captiva Club in Vitalia at Tradition. National Association of Home Builders’ coveted Gold and Silver awards. The two- and three-bedroom home designs feature open floor plans, master suites with walk-in closets, freestanding kitchen islands and lanais within 1,460 to 2,456 square feet of living space. Homes in Vitalia are priced from the $180,000s, with several models now open for viewing. For more information, visit the Vitalia New Home Sales Center at 10004 S.W. Oak Tree Circle, call (800) 863-1954, or visit www.

avhomesinc.com/communities/ vitalia-tradition. Nationally acclaimed AV Homes (NASDAQ: AVHI) has 50 years of experience in homebuilding, land development and other real estate operations in Florida, Arizona and North Carolina. The company builds homes for residents of all ages including active adult communities for those 55 years and older. For more information, visit www. avhomesinc.com.

Diamond Tea Room & Bistro For All Your Special Occasions

Through the years many of you have experienced Terry’s legendary food. Now with our impeccable service in a charming atmosphere like no other, the Diamond Tea Room & Bistro is available for your special occasions.

Country Club Plaza • 3868 SE Dixie Hwy., Stuart • 772-781-1133

Hours: Tues. - Fri. 10am - 5:00pm • www.DiamondsbyTerry.com • www.diamondtearoom.com

Bistro 1-772-781-5153

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Our ever-changing menu includes a variety of flavorful bread puddings, assorted fruit tarts, cakes and cookies. As well as specialties such as pastries, and handmade chocolates and confections are offered.

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www.MartinDownsGolfClub.com

Now offering 7 Day Advanced Tee Times for Non-Members Call ProShop for details!

All New

Summer Memberships

Under new ownership and new management since 2013 season.

We offer summer memberships starting at $500 for singles and $700 for family. Outside play available May 1-Oct 31,at 18 holes for only $40 (includes cart). Call for weekly specials and special rates after 2pm: 772.286.6818.

Driving Range Now Available

The Original Martin Downs driving range has been acquired and is now available for use.

Lots of Fun Activities & Social Events

We offer unlimited use of clubhouse and practice facility. Professional golf staff & full service Pro Shop available.

Weddings & Events

Martin Downs offers a 25,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, restaurant & banquet room perfect for your upcoming event. Call Amy Miller, Event Coordinator for tours and consultations:

772-286-6818

Don’t t e g r o F

772-286-6818

Sunday

Breakfast & Lunch 9am to 2pm Every Sunday!

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3801 SW Greenwood Way • Palm City, FL 34990

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Elect Leonard S. Villafranco for Saint Lucie County Judge - Group 4

NEW S CARTERE! ARE H

Golf Tournament

Gator Trace Golf and Country Club

Saturday, July 19 8:30am - 1:00pm

25..Before 12 NOON $ 20.....After 12 NOON $ 15.......After 4 PM

$125.00 per person (groups of 4) includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Golf & Gratuity golf tournament to benefit Candidate for Saint Lucie County Judge - Group 4 Leonard S.

(All Rates Include Cart and Tax)

JUNIOR GOLF SUMMER CAMP

Villafranco

JULY 7, 2014 THRU JULY 18, 2014

Please Make checks or Money orders Payable to: Leonard S. Villafranco Campaign fund

Visa/Mastercard/Discover/American Express also accepted

1600 SOUTH 3RD ST., FORT PIERCE

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CALL THE GOLF SHOP FOR DETAILS

For More information or to Schedule Your Tee Time

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Please RSVP by: June 27th 2014 (772) 834-0400 Tonya or (772) 418-6755 Elizabeth

Rates Now thru Sept 30

772-465-8110

www.ElectLeonardSVillafranco.com Pd. Pol. Adv. by Committee to Elect Leonard S. Villafranco, St. Lucie County Judge, Group 4, 1282 SW Maplewood Dr., Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 Content approved in advance by Leonard S. Villafranco, for St. Lucie County Judge, Group 4

From US1, turn East on Ohio Ave., Directly behind TD Bank

Championship 18 Hole Public Golf Course

visit: www. floridaclubgolf.com Stuart, Florida

772-287-3680

Banquet Facilities

GOLF CAMP

SUMMER FUN FOR KIDS AT ANY LEVEL!

15 Acre Driving Range

| PGA PROFESSIONAL INSTRUCTION | 5-DAY GOLF CAMPS AGES 9-14 $219 | 3-DAY GOLF CAMPS AGES 6-10 $129

All Grass Tees

Regular 18 Hole Golf Rate $75 everyday. Including cart w/G.P.S

$ 00 Buy One Get 25 After 11:00 am 32The00Ultimate Before 11:00 am The Ultimate Golf Experience Golf Experience The Ultimate Golf Experience Includes Cart with G.P.S. YV1

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Includes withwith G.P.S. A Public Course with a Private Club Feel... A Public Cart Course a Private Club Feel...

Range Balls Any Size

FACILITIES INCLUDE:

8565 COMMERCE CENTER DRIVE, PORT ST. LUCIE

Expires 7-4-14

Visit www.floridaclubgolf.com for Online Specials

CAMPS RUN JUNE 10 - JULY 31

Expires 7-4-14

FACILITIES INCLUDE:

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All Occasions Exit 101 SR76 - 1/2 Mile West of I-95

Banquet Facilities for All Occasions

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PGA CENTER FOR GOLF LEARNING & PERFORMANCE

A Public Course with a Private Club Feel...

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• 18 Hole Championship Golf Course • Restaurant with Full Bar FACILITIES INCLUDE: • 18 Hole Championship Golf Course • Restaurant with Full Bar • 18 PGA Hole Instructors Championship Golf Course • Restaurant with Full Bar • Banquet Facilities • Stocked Golf Shop • Lessons with • Banquet Facilities • Stocked Golf Shop • Lessons with PGA Instructors • Banquet • 15 Acre Driving Range with All Grass Tees Facilities • Stocked Golf Shop • Lessons with PGA Instructors • 15 Acre Driving Range with All Grass Tees • 15 Acre Driving Range with All Grass Tees • Professional Golf Fittings • Professional Golf Fittings • Professional Golf Fittings by Brian’s Precision Golf by Brian’s Precision Golf by Brian’s Precision Golf Banquet Facilities for Banquet Facilities for All Occasions

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Community Calendar

Summertime Dinner Dance at the Polish American Social Club 5-9 p.m. Music by Permanent Affair, meal by Chef Manny. Ages

25+. Tickets cost $18. 343 Prima Vista Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information call (772) 871-9551. Feeding Frenzy Tours at the St. Lucie County Aquarium featuring the Smithsonian. 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Join the underwater residents enjoy their morning meal. A volunteer or staff member will provide information on the exhibit’s daily menu, as well as share stories and provide insight on what makes the constantly changing ecosystems so

See CALENDAR page B11

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Friday, June 27

Coffee with the Chair at the St. Lucie County administration building. 8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m. Chair Frannie Hutchinson will give updates on the county commission while guests can enjoy free coffee. SLCTV Studio 101 2300 Virginia Ave. Fort Pierce For more information, call (772) 462-1100.

BEAT THE HEAT SPECIAL 8am - 1pm 9 Holes - $9 + tax 18 Holes - $18 + tax

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Reg. rates apply after 1pm

Island Dunes Country Club

8735 S Ocean Country Club • Jensen Beach

229-2739