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The Laker

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Title:
The Laker
Uniform Title:
Laker (Land O'Lakes, Fla.)
Creator:
Diane Kortus ( publisher )
Place of Publication:
Land O'Lakes, FL
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Community News Publications, Inc.
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September 21, 2022
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English
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v. : ill. ; 44 cm.

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Newspapers -- Land O'Lakes (Fla.) ( lcsh )
Newspapers -- Pasco County (Fla.) ( lcsh )
Florida -- Land O'Lakes ( fast )
Florida -- Pasco County ( fast )
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United States -- Florida -- Pasco -- Land O'Lakes
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28.2033519 x -82.4634581

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Began in 1982.
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Janet Gillis, publisher.
General Note:
"It's not Wednesday til you read The Laker."

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University of Florida
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Copyright, Community News Publications. Permission granted to University of Florida to digitize and display this item for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires permission of the copyright holder.
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LAKERLUTZNEWS.COM The L LAND O’ LAKES EDITION JULY 19, 2023 The L Free Auto Accident? Slip and Fall? FREE CONSULTATION No Fees Or Costs Unless You Win Walk-Ins WelcomeHelpingInjuredPeople.com 18920 N. Dale Mabry Hwy Ste 101 Lutz, FL (Corner of Sunlake & Dale Mabry) HOLLIDAY KARATINOS LAW FIRM, P.L. “I Will Aggressively Fight To Protect Your Legal Rights”Call Attorney JIM HOLLIDAY 813-868-1887 WE’RE THE TEAM YOU CAN COUNT ON 20122020 813-990-0561FOR FIRST-TIME CUSTOMERS 813-990-0561 813-990-0561 813-990-0561 Same-Day Service Free 2nd Opinion* Free Estimates** 24/7 Emergency**Free estimates for new A/C, water heater, water treatment, whole home generators, whole home repipe and electrical panel upgrade. *Free second opinion with written diagnosis from another company. cornerstonepros.com $150.00 OFFTANKLESS WATER HEATER INSTALLATIONCustomer supplied tankless water heaters excluded. Cannot be combined with any other coupons or discounts. Exp. 7/30/23.$250.00 OFFNEW HVAC SYSTEMCannot be used on previous purchase or HVAC system already installed. Valid on Daikin equipment only. One coupon per purchase. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Exp. 7/30/23. A A d d v v e e r r t t i i s s i i n n g g i i n n T T h h e e L L a a k k e e r r / / L L u u t t z z N N e e w w s s W W o o r r k k s s f f o o r r U U s s ! ! We’ve been advertising in The Laker since April 2021 to promote our insurance agency in Dade City, and are very pleased with the results. We get new customers every week from readers in East Pasco and Wesley Chapel, and have even received calls from Land O’ Lakes! L L a a r r r r y y B B o o t t k k i i n n s s a a n n d d T T o o m m S S p p o o o o r r Preserving memories, and dignityJoy Lynn, Dade City Historic Cemetery Preservation Committee board member and founder of the Dade City Heritage & Cultural Museum, gives Monuments by Moonlight Cemetery Tours at Dade City Cemetery. The tours attract locals and out-of-towners. MIKE CAMUNASDade City Cemetery, 38151 Martin Luther King Blvd., has several distinctive architectural features including mausoleums, decorative structures and monu-ments to territorial women and military veterans, dating back to the 1920s and s. The oldest burial dates back to 1884. The Dade City Historic Cemetery Preservation Committee, based out of the Dade City Heritage & Cultural Museum, is working to have the cemetery listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. For more on this story, see Page 1B.By B.C. Manionbcmanion@lakerlutznews.comOn the same day it conrmed the appoint-ment of Anthony “Tony” Perez as the county’s new re chief, the Pasco County Commission indicated it likely will support a tax increase to cover reghter pay increases and additional personnel. The board unanimously conrmed Perez’s selection at its July 11 session. During the public comment portion of the meeting, John-Michael Morin, president of Pasco County Professional Fireghters, expressed what a signicant day it was in the department’s history. He said Pasco Fire/Rescue is looking forward to working with Perez, who began his reght-ing career in Pasco, before rising through the ranks at Tampa Fire Rescue and returning back to the county. The union president asked the county board “to contemplate the resources necessary to keep up with the unprecedented growth in residential and commercial development, population and the subsequent strain on the emergency services response system. “Our success, including that of the new re chief, is predicated on your commitment to public safety and to providing adequate, scally Pasco considers additional taxes to support its reghters See NEW TAXES, page 9AFILE ART/COURTESY OF PASCO COUNTYAs new re stations continue to be built for Pasco Fire Rescue, the county needs to add additional reghters. An increase in the tax rate for the county’s Fire Municipal Taxing Unit has been rec-ommended to support pay raises and additional rst responders. By Mike Camunasmcamunas@lakerlutznews.comHer new title was coined years before she was elected, but has always had a nice ring to it. “It’s Mayor Melonie or Mayor Monson,” Melo-nie Bahr Monson said, with a laugh. “My friend came up with that well before I was running, but was like, ‘Nooooo — we have to save it!’ I guess I’m glad we did!” That turned out to be a good call since Mon-son became the city’s new mayor, after tallying a whopping 59% of the vote in the April municipal elections. She assumed the role after Gene Whit-eld stepped away after three terms as mayor. Monson, the city’s 21st mayor, is just the sec-ond female mayor in the town’s history. “It’s exciting because, in my whole lifetime, there’s never been a female mayor in Zeph-yrhills!” the 62-year-old said. “That was exciting when I was campaigning because I heard there was excitement — ‘Let’s have a female mayor!’ “I also didn’t want to run on that platform because I felt my experience and expertise was much more than just being a woman.”HOMETOWN HEROMonson came to Zephyrhills in 1969 when her family established Bahr’s Mobile Home Park. She went to Zephyrhills Middle (now Ray-mond B. Stewart Middle) and was in the grad-uating class of 1979 from Zephyrhills High. She was named American Legion Student of the Year when she was in eighth grade, and played soft-ball and golf in high school. “My mother (Edna Bahr, 86) was very ada-mant that girls are going to be able to do any-thing boys can do,” Monson said. Monson became a cosmetologist when she was 17 years old and did that for 33 years. She owned and operated her own business for 25 years. She moved from Zephyrhills to Califor-nia, where she raised her children and ran her business. But she came back to Pasco County’s largest city about 12 years ago. She knew it would be the place where she, and her husband of 29 years, Dennis, would retire. “I thought I would just retire and play with grandbabies,” she said. “Nope. That’s not me.” She worked as the town’s assistant city clerk, then joined The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce, where she eventually became CEO, a role she held for eight years before stepping down in late 2022. “I thought I’d just do it for fun, but I ended up running the show for eight years, so that was a little unexpected,” Monson said. It was eight years well spent. Monson calls running the chamber “one of the most political non-political jobs you can have” because of all the relationships she built, as well as being an ambassador to the city. That includes promoting the city, and its businesses, and trying to attract new businesses. “There’s hardly anyone who doesn’t know Melonie,” new chamber CEO Vicki Wiggins said. “She loves to talk to people and has such a wel-coming personality that you can’t help but like her. The chamber is the way it is because of Mayor Monson moves inZephyrhills Mayor Melonie Bahr Monson started her term in Pasco County’s largest municipality in April; she views herself as the city’s ambassador and has big aspirations for its future MIKE CAMUNASNewly elected Zephyrhills Mayor Melonie Bahr Monson became the city’s 21st mayor in April after receiving 59% of the vote, defeating two other candidates. Before becoming mayor, Monson spent eight years as the CEO of The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce. She’s seen here in front of her new home at City Hall in downtown Zephyrhills. Monson is the second female mayor in the city’s history. See MONSON, page 9A By B.C. Manionbcmanion@lakerlutznews.comMiami-based Mast Capital, the owner of Saddlebrook Resort, has received a stamp of approval from the Pasco County Commission to pursue an ambitious redevelopment plan of the property, off State Road 54, slightly over a mile east of Interstate 75. During its glory days, Saddlebrook — often referred to as Wesley Chapel’s crown jewel — enjoyed an international reputation for excellence, and attracted luminaries from the worlds of professional golf and tennis to compete and train there. Mast purchased the resort from its origi-nal owner Tom Dempsey, and after months of negotiations and compromises, received permission to pursue its plans to revitalize the resort. In broad strokes, the redevelopment plan is divided into four areas. Area 1 and Area 2 are outside of the orig-inal gated community. • Area 1 includes 75,000 square feet of commercial retail/ofce, 465 multifamily Wesley Chapel’s ‘crown jewel’ to get major overhaul FILESaddlebrook Resort, credited with putting Wesley Chapel on the map, is gearing up for a massive makeover. See SADDLEBROOK, page 9A

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2Awww.LakerLutzNews.com July 19, 2023 rf ntf brrnr r rfn rtrrrnn rtrtrb trrnnfr rr nrtnrrnrfn bff Nothing seems complete when you have one missing piece.Come hear what you’re missing!Free adult hearing screenings this month. Call for your appointment 813-949-1331 A Tradition of Excellence in Elder Law Durojaiye Law • Wealth Preservation • Elder Law • Healthcare Planning • Medicaid Planning • Retirement Planning • Estate Planning • Living Trust • Last Will & Testament • Power of Attorney • Probate The Laker/Lutz News Staff ReportIt’s summer vacation time and a lot of fami-lies and boating enthusiasts will be hitting the water. Here are some tips to help you stay safe when you are on the water.Before boating• Check the weather forecast. Be prepared for high winds, the sun and other elements, and be aware that conditions can change rapidly. • Don’t forget to stay hydrated. Bring plenty of drinkable water. • Be sure to check your equipment. Be sure to have what you need and that everything is working properly. • Be sure you have the proper permits, a re extinguisher and easily accessible life jackets. Complete a oat plan before you leave by let-ting someone who is staying shoreside know where you are going and launching from, how you plan to get there and approximately when you are leaving and plan to return. Float plans are critical in the event of an emergency and will give search and rescue crews a huge advantage in where to begin. • Complete safety checks before you launch. • Be patient at boat ramps and launch sites, and follow all posted signs.While on the water• Designate a sober captain, as well. It’s im-portant to know that alcohol impairments affect the body differently while on the water and you may feel its effects faster than you do when drinking on land. • Don’t forget: Boating while intoxicated is illegal. • Remember, just like drivers, share the road; boaters share the water and its resources. • Be cautious and reduce speeds near other vessels while on the water. • Keep an eye out for other people on the water such as kayakers, paddle boarders and swimmers. • Always look for dive ags to help keep snorkelers and divers safe when below the sur-face, too. • Be vigilant of wildlife, and give animals plenty of space. To nd out more about water safety, visit PoolSafely.gov, apsp.org, or RedCross.org. Summer’s here: Stay safe when boating

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www.LakerLutzNews.com July 19, 20233A CONGRATULATIONS !!! WESLEY CHAPEL 12U GIRLS SOFTBALL FLORIDA DISTRICT 10 CHAMPIONS We are expecting to reach full capacity early for the 2023 Fall season and may have to limit our numbers due to field capacity c hallenges. Please remember to register early! ***** We are also excited to announce that WCAA is adding a softball 14U divisi on! ***** Please Note: . Press Release — The Wesley Chapel Girls 12U Softball All Stars recently won the Florida District 10 Championship in Madeira Beach, beating local rival Lutz then moving on to play favorite Madeira Beach, where they won in decisive fashion. The All Stars lost to Lutz in the early round only to prevail in their semi final round repeat match up, then swept Madeira Beach in two games on the final day! This is Wesley Chapel s first win at the District Championships since 2012! Way to go girls! The Wesley Chapel All Stars went on to the State Tournament where they lost to eventual Champion, Winter Springs Krakens, in a hard fought battle. Congratulations on an amazing season, Wesley Chapel 12U Girls! Softball Registration Age Groups 6U Girls ages 4 -6 8U Girls ages 6 -8 10U Girls ages 9 -10 12U Girls ages 11 -12 14U Girls ages 13 -14 Volunteer Registration s Managers and Assistant Coaches must be registered by July 24th, 2023 to be considered for manager or assistant coach positions. Please contact Liz Tomer, Softball Director at Liz.Tomer@wcaasoftball.org regarding volunteer opportunities. Fall 2023 Softball FAQs Please follow this link to get details about each division and important dates for our Fall Season. You will find the answers for many of your questions here: https:// www.wcaasports.org/page/show/998453 -faq -s Recreational Softball Tryouts/Evaluations will be conducted on Saturday August 12, 2023. Please contact the WCAA Softball Committee with any additional questions. We look forward to seeing you and your family playing softball this season!!! Front Row: Asst. Coach Jorge Aguay, Bela Gonzales, Megan Bucaille, Alexa Ducos, Grace Pultorak, Aniija Griffin, Asst. Coach Am anda Bell, Asst. Coach Paul Everhart; Back row: Hannah Neumann, Sadie Rogers, Sophia Phillips, Asst. Coach Garrett Phillips, Claire Mears, Abagail Everhar t, Khloe Gonzales, Head Coach Jorge Ducos, Olivia Watts, Addie Alford, Sophie Banda WCAA is excited to announce that softball registrations are OPEN for the Fall 2023 season until July 31st. Xtreme Softball 8U 14U tryouts are August 20, 2023, Times TBD. This is a higher level of play allowing recreational players the opportunity to experience a higher level of play. Visit WCAA Softball on Facebook for more information and signup!

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Fixed Today! $150.00 OFF TANKLESS WATER HEATER INSTALLATIONCustomer supplied tankless water heaters excluded. Cannot be combined with any other coupons or discounts. Exp. 7/30/23.$250.00 OFFNEW HVAC SYSTEMCannot be used on previous purchase or HVAC system already installed. Valid on Daikin brand equipment only. One coupon per purchase. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Exp. 7/30/23. STATE PARKS CONTESTThe Florida State Parks 2023 photo contest is open to all Florida state park visitors. The submission period deadline is July 30; photos are being accepted on the contest website and winners will be announced in November. All photos must be taken inside a Florida State Park. Participants can submit one photograph for each category, for a total of 12 photographs, or four photographs can be submitted into each of three separate categories. The categories are: landscape; wildlife; birds; waterscapes; night skies; details and small things; park experiences; park adventures; plants and owers; camping; trails; and sightseeing. There are three divisions: professional/hobbyist; student; and mobile phone. For a full list of rules, submission details and prizes, visit PhotoContest.oridastateparks. org/contest2.INSTRUMENT PETTING ZOOSThe Florida Orchestra will host these Instrument Petting Zoos for guests to touch and play a variety of musical instruments: • July 20 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, for kindergarten through fth grade. For information, call 352-567-3576. • July 20 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel. For information, call 813-788-6375.JEWISH SERVICECongregation Beth Chavarim will host its monthly service and home-cooked kosher meal on July 21, at a member’s home. For more information, email Alan Stern at familyfriendlytemple@yahoo.com.NEW STEAM EXHIBITThe Museum of Science & Industry, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., in Tampa, has a summer exhibit, “STEAM Team Superhero Training Academy,” available now through Labor Day, and is included with general admission tickets, thanks to the underwriting support from Florida Blue. MOSI is part of the Blue Star Museums initiative, which allows military families to visit for free. For more information on the exhibits and tickets, visit MOSI.org.SEASON THEATER PASSESLive Oak Theatre Company in Brooksville now has 2023-2024 Season Passes available. The passes allow patrons to purchase multiple passes at a discount that can be used for any of its in-season productions, both Main Stage and Youth Theatre. New season shows include “Fiddler on the Roof,” “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers,” “Mary Poppins Jr.,” “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” and “The Little Mermaid Jr.” For more information, visit LiveOakTheatre.org or Facebook.com/ LiveOakTheatre, call 352-593-0027, or email boxofce@liveoaktheatre.org. FRIENDSHIP SLIMEThe Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will host a craft program on July 20 at 2 p.m., for grades four to seven. Tweens can make uffy friendship slime. Registration is required. Call 727-815-7126.PAINT-ALONG FOR ADULTSThe Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will host a paint-along for ages 18 and older, “Together Again,” on July 20 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., in the Heron Room. An instructor will guide participants to create a painting of three birds sitting on a wire. All materials will be provided. Register by calling 727-815-7126.BENEFIT FOR THE BLUEThe Dade City Police Foundation will host a “Benet for the Blue” on July 20 at 6:30 p.m., at the Florida Cracker Lunch on Limoges, 14139 Seventh St., in Dade City. The 2 -hour evening will be one of appreciation, ne dining and community unity. Tickets are $100 per person and are available on Eventbrite.com.COMMUNITY MOVIE NIGHTHarvester Community Church, 2432 Collier Parkway, in Land O’ Lakes, hosts a free Community Movie Night on the third Friday of each month. The next show is slated for July 21 at 6:30 p.m., featuring the lm “Courageous.” Young family members can watch “Horton Hears a Who” in the children’s wing. The event includes popcorn and fellowship.GREASE PERFORMANCEThe New Tampa Players will present “Grease” on July 21, July 22, July 28 and July 29 at 8 p.m., and on July 23 and July 30 at 3 p.m., at the New Tampa Performing Arts Center, 8550 Hunters Village Road in Tampa. For information and tickets, visit NewTampaPlayers.thundertix. com.FRIENDSHIP FRIDAYThe Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will host a Friendship Friday on July 21 at 10 a.m. Families can help their little ones learn how to make and get along with friends through art, games and play. Each week, the “All Together Now” theme will highlight concepts of friendship, kindness and unity through different activities. For information, call 727-815-7126.PINK FESTIVALB&B Theatres Wesley Chapel The Grove 16, 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd., in Wesley Chapel, will host a “Pink Festival” on July 21 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., in the Marquee Suites, to celebrate all things Barbie. There will be a 360 photo booth, DJ Manny Poppins, a karaoke contest, local vendors, and more. Admission is free; limited tickets available. Movie tickets sold separately. For information, call 813-536-4753.UNDER THE LIVE OAKBearss Groves, 14316 Lake Magdalene Blvd., Tampa, will host “Under the Live Oak,” a day for family fun, on July 22 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will feature food trucks, local small businesses, a splash zone and shaded picnic areas. For information, email undertheliveoak400@gmail.com.NATIVE PLANT SEMINARUF/IFAS Pasco County Cooperative Extension will present a free seminar on Florida native plants on July 22 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. HOMETOWN WALKING TOURDowntown Dade City will host an America Hometown Tour on July 22 at 10 a.m. Participants can join the walking tour and learn about the city’s midcentury atmosphere, antique emporiums, wine bar, brew pubs, art, music, and books. There also will be meet-andgreets with business owners. Guests should gather at Agnes Lamb Park, 14200 Ninth St., Dade City, near the stage. The cost is $5 per adult. Youth admission is free. To reserve a spot or for questions, email dadecitytours@gmail. com, or text 304-266-0788.SUMMER SING-ALONGThe Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will host a Summer Sing-along on July 22 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with the showing of an animated musical classic. There also will be a Lego set giveaway. Popcorn will be served. Participants can bring in outside snacks and beverages. For information, call 727-815-7126.INTRO TO GENEALOGYThe Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host “Intro to Genealogy” on July 22 at 1 p.m. The guest speaker will be Drew Smith, on the topic of where to start, what resources are available, and more. For information, call 813-929-1214.LIBRARY SURVEYPasco County Libraries wants to hear feedback from its patrons, through its 2023 Customer Satisfaction Survey at bit.ly/423cTMH. Participants who complete the survey will be entered to win a $100 gift card (provided by the Friends of the Library). Only one survey/ entry per person. The survey will be active until July 22.BARBIE FUN DAYThe Connector Club will present a Barbie Family Fun Day on July 23 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., at B&B Theatre Wesley Chapel – The Grove 16, 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd. All things pink will be celebrated with a photobooth, local vendors, a scavenger hunt, rafes, and a chance to meet Barbie.COOL SUMMER CLASSICSThe Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St., in downtown Tampa, will show these Cool Summer Classics, at 3 p.m.: • July 23: : A Space Odyssey” (G, Sci-Fi) • July 30: “The Lion King” (G, Animation) • Aug. 6: “Planet of the Apes” (G, Sci-Fi) • Aug. 13: “Titanic” (PG-13, Drama) • Aug. 20: “Casablanca” (PG, Drama) • Aug. 27: “The Silent Clowns” (Not Rated, Silent Comedy) Tickets for all summer classics are $10 ($7 for theater members). The silent movie is $14.50 ($11.50 for members). For more information, visit TampaTheatre.org.LEARN ABOUT CYBERCRIMEThe Pasco County Sheriff’s Ofce will visit the Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, on July 24 at 10:30 a.m., to discuss what cybercrime is and how to prevent it. The program is for ages 18 and older. For information, call 813-929-1214.WATER PARTYThe Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will host an End of the Summer Water Party on July 25 at 2 p.m., for kindergarten through third grade. There will be water balls, orbeez, chalk, and popsicles. Participants should wear clothing and footwear that can get wet, and bring sunscreen and towels. A waiver is required to attend. For information, contact Karyn Stanley at 727-815-7126.PIPE CLEANER ARTThe Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will host a craft class on July 25 at 4 p.m., for adults. Participants can make two different types of owers out of pipe cleaners. All materials will be provided. Registration is required online at PascoLibraries.org.MEET SHERIFF’S K-9The Pasco County Sheriff’s (PSO) Ofce will visit the Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, on July 26 at 2 p.m., for grades kindergarten through third grade. Visitors can meet special guests from the PSO K-9 unit. For information, call 813-929-1214.TASTE TEST CHALLENGEThe Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will host “A Chewy Conundrum” on July 26 at 6 p.m., for teens, and on July 27 at 10:30 a.m., for kindergarten through fth grade. Participants will be blind-folded to take a Taste Test Challenge and can win prizes. For information, call 352-567-3576. What’s Happening What’ s Happening Your Community Calendar • Submit 2 weeks in advance to: news@lakerlutznews.com • All listings free of charge The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, has been collecting donations throughout the summer to make Kindness Kits for the homeless in the com-munity. The library will host a packing day on July 26 at 6 p.m. Donations needed include: gallon-size Ziploc bags; socks; water bottles; bandages; wet wipes; toothbrushes/toothpaste; sunscreen; nail clippers; combs; tissues; feminine hygiene products; razors/ shaving cream; soft foods like macaroni and cheese, applesauce, ramen, tuna packs. Participants who attend will be able to take kits home and distribute them when they see a need. Other kits will be donated to the Metropolitan Minis-tries BrigAIDe Mobile Outreach. For information, call 813-929-1214. Help make Kindness Kits

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6Awww.LakerLutzNews.com July 19, 2023 CLASS REGISTRATION OPENThe Straz Center Patel Conservatory’s registra-tion is now open for dance, music and theater classes. Fall classes will begin Aug. 28. Patel offers more than 100 classes, ranging from tap dance to musical theater to improv to trumpet ensemble, for students of all ages and experience levels. New classes this year include Scene Study and Yoga for the Performer. Homeschool classes such as Homeschool The-ater and Homeschool Performing Arts are held on Wednesdays. Some classes require auditions. Registration for auditions can be done online at StrazCenter.org/ auditions or by calling 813-222-1040. Registration for fall classes is online at Patel-Conservatory.org, through email admissions@ strazcenter.org, in person at the Patel Conser-vatory Admissions Ofce, or by calling 813-2221040. To arrange a tour, call 813-222-1029 or email patelconservatory@strazcenter.org.INCREDI-BOWL Z’HILLSThe fth annual Incredi-Bowl Z’Hills will take place on July 29 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Pin Chasers in Zephyrhills, to benet local youth and education programs, scholarships, and other com-munity service projects. The event will include prizes for the winning team, a wine rafe, and rafe prizes. Individual play is $45. Team play (ve bowlers) is $200. All tickets include two hours of bowling, rent-als, and unlimited drinks and food. Sponsorships are available. For information, call Vicki Wiggins at The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce at 813-782-1913. The L AKER / Lutz N EWSLUTZ, ODESSA, LAND O’ LAKES, WESLEY CHAPEL, NEW TAMPA, ZEPHYRHILLS, DADE CITY Serving Pasco since 1981 / Serving Lutz since 1964 PUBLISHER & OWNER BRIAN CALLE bcalle@lakerlutznews.com SUBSCRIPTIONS: Mail subscriptions are sold to cover postage cost: $40/3 months, $80/6 months, $160/12 months. 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Box 619 Dade City, FL 33526 psi@PascoStucco.comRick McDonaldOwner/President www.PascoStucco.comCommercial and Residential352-567-1252 Rated#1 SEND YOUR SCHOOL NEWS TO NEWS@LAKERLUTZNEWS.COM STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS• Scott Abramson, Odessa: Dean’s List, Illinois Wesleyan University, Bloomington • Trinity Alvarez-Wilson, Lutz: Dean’s List, Tal-lahassee Community College • Skylar Barnes, Lutz: Dean’s List, Tallahassee Community College • Austin Brown, Lutz: Dean’s List, Tallahassee Community College • Averie Bennett, Odessa: Dean’s List, Talla-hassee Community College • Hannah Coleman, Lutz: President’s List, Tal-lahassee Community College • James Cook, Lutz: Dean’s List, College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, Massachusetts • Matthew Daniels, Lutz: President’s List, Tal-lahassee Community College • Jamie Denney, Lutz: President’s List, Talla-hassee Community College • Colin Frederick Gaynor, Odessa: Dean’s List, University of Nebraska-Lincoln • Brett Gwinn, Lutz: Dean’s List, Tallahassee Community College • Joshua Harris, Odessa: Scholastic Honor Roll, Oregon State University • Logan Hinsberg, Odessa: Dean’s List, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa • Graydon Horn, Odessa: Dean’s List, The Uni-versity of Alabama, Tuscaloosa • Noah Kilpatrick, Lutz: Dean’s List, The Uni-versity of Alabama, Tuscaloosa • Brycen Lowe, Lutz: Dean’s List, Carthage College, Kenosha, Wisconsin • Jaeden Lowther, Odessa: President’s List, Kennesaw State University, Georgia • Ryleigh Mcelroy, Lutz: President’s List, Talla-hassee Community College • Miller Raeckers, Lutz: Dean’s List, Tallahas-see Community College • Robert Thomas, Lutz: Dean’s List, Tallahas-see Community College • Christiana Till, Odessa: Dean’s List, The Uni-versity of Alabama, Tuscaloosa GEARING UP FOR BACK TO SCHOOLDavron, an executive search and outplace-ment rm in Land O’ Lakes, is hosting its annual Back-to-School Supply Drive, to ben-et Christian Social Services (CSS) of Land O’ Lakes. CSS provides food, clothing and other services for disadvantaged families through-out central Pasco and northern Hillsborough counties. Needed donations include: pencils/pens/ colored pencils; washable markers/Expo markers; pencil sharpeners; crayons; paper; spiral/composition notebooks; safety scissors; Elmer’s glue and glue sticks; folders; calcula-tors; and erasers. Items can be dropped off at 8429 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Monday through Friday, between 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., until July 27. Donations also can be made through an Amazon wish list, at Amazon.com/registries (search for “Davron”).BACK-TO-SCHOOL DRIVE-THRUThe Church @ Myrtle Lake, 2017 Reigler Road in Land O’ Lakes, will host a Back-toSchool Drive-Thru on July 29 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., for kindergarten through 12th-grade students. Backpacks and school supplies will be pro-vided for each child, while supplies last. For information, visit MyrtleLake.com.BACK-TO-SCHOOL BASHThe sixth annual Bullard Family Founda-tion’s Back-to-School Bash, in partnership with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and presented by AdventHealth, Fran Haasch Law Group and Skanska, will return to Raymond James Sta-dium on July 29. Guests can pick up a free backpack lled with school supplies, and take advantage of free medical, dental and vision services, as well as complimentary haircuts, food and entertainment. The event is free and open to the public. Registration is not required, but families must register for medical, dental and eye care services, online at tinyurl.com/BASHMEDI-CAL2023. To register for backpacks, visit tinyurl.com/ BASH2023Backpack.BACK TO SCHOOL BASHZephyrhills Chick-l-A, 7490 Gall Blvd., will celebrate its second birthday with a Back to School Bash on July 29 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. This community celebration will include giveaways, games, free health screenings and more. No registration is required.ERASE THE NEEDHillsborough County Tax Collector Nancy C. Millan announced the annual school sup-ply drive to “Erase the Need” for teachers and students in Hillsborough County, through the month of July. For almost 35 years the Hillsborough Education Foundation (HEF) has been com-mitted to strengthening public education through advocacy, investment of resources, and programs that empower every student to achieve academic and personal success. Each year, HEF distributes supplies to serve around 100,000 students, according to a news release. Supplies are available to teachers in Title 1 schools to shop for much needed class-room resources, for free. Items such as backpacks, pencils, paper, notebooks, and more can help make a big dif-ference in a student’s life. To nd a tax collector’s ofce near you for donation drop-off, visit HillsTax.org. To learn more about the Hillsborough Edu-cation Foundation and how to help, visit Edu-cationFoundation.com.

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www.LakerLutzNews.com July 19, 20237A THRIVE OVER 55 REGISTER NOW TO ATTENDTickets are free, but mandatory for entry. Register now athttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/642979327477 or call813-909-2800Vendor Opportunities Available!Call 813-909-2800 Today for Detail Package Information • Space is Limited per Business Categories!OCTOBER 26TH, 2023 9AM-12:30PMB&B Theatre 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd. Wesley Chapel, FL 33544FREE ADMISSION • FREE PARKINGBringing you the latest products, services, lifestyle enhancements and special offers directly to you.THERE’S SO MUCH TO SEE, DO AND ENJOY!• Free Breakfast / Lunch • • Sample New & Exciting Products • • Free Giveaways & Discount O ers • • Free Health Screenings • • Door Prizes & Giveaways • Senior Expo SPONSORED BY LOCAL HOTELIERS HONOREDSpringHill Suites Marriott, Residence Inn by Marriott and Hilton Garden Inn Tampa have received awards for excellence and service. The awards were announced by Florida’s Sports Coast at a recent Pasco Tourism Devel-opment Council meeting. • Springhill Suites Marriott in Land O’ Lakes received the Silver Circle Award for ranking in the top 20% of the brand for the 2022 calendar year. In order to be eligible for the award, the hotel must have been open throughout 2022 and be in compliance with all brand standards. • Residence Inn by Mariott in Wesley Chapel received the Silver Elite Award, rec-ognizing the top hotels in the 2022 calendar year. • Hilton Garden Inn Tampa, in Wesley Chapel, received the 2022 Hilton Award of Excellence. This award recognizes the top 5% of hotels in the Hilton Garden Inn Brand in each region. “We are honored to work with tremendous hoteliers here in Florida’s Sports Coast, and we are proud to celebrate their highly rec-ognized achievements in the industry,” Adam Thomas, Florida’s Sports Coast tourism direc-tor, said in a release.E-VERIFY REQUIRED, AS OF JULY 1The North Tampa Bay Chamber has noti-ed its members that a new law, which took effect July 1, requires certain employers to use the federal E-Verify database to verify the employment eligibility of new employees and certify to the State of Florida that it’s in com-pliance. The law applies to employers with 25 or more employees, however, employers with fewer than 25 employees can choose to use E-Verify and certify under the new state law. The law is already in effect, but penalties do not take effect until July 1, 2024, according to the chamber’s posting. More information is available through the chamber.CITY OF TAMPA EXPANDS CENTERThe Tampa Convention Center recently celebrated its new waterfront meeting rooms, over the Tampa Riverwalk, according to a city news release. The ceremony marked the com-pletion of construction of a 16,000-square-foot two-story addition. The convention center is at 333 S. Franklin St., in downtown Tampa.COMMERCE & COFFEEThe North Tampa Bay Chamber hosts Commerce & Coffee on the fourth Tuesday of each month, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Raining Berries, 25595 Sierra Center Blvd., in Lutz. It’s a chance for chamber members to network, without an agenda, in a relaxed setting.CHAMBER HONORS JUDI FISHERJudi Fisher, from Architectural Signage and Printing, has received the prestigious Chair-man’s Award from the Greater Pasco Chamber of Commerce. She was honored for consistently demon-strating an exceptional level of commitment, dedication and outstanding performance, according to a chamber posting. “Her contributions have been invaluable, and her unwavering support has signicantly contributed to the success and growth of our organization,” the posting says.TAMPA DOWNTOWN PARTNERSHIP BOARDThe Tampa Downtown Partnership has announced its board leadership for 20232024, according to a news release. The new board members are: • Jin Liu, board chairwoman • Abbey Ahern, immediate past chair and secretary • Stephen Panzarino, vice chair • Tim Koletic, treasurer Other members of the executive commit-tee are: Dr. Jason Collins. Michael English, Jeff Houck, Kimberly Madison, Marshall Rainey and Braxton Williams.SCORE MENTORSBusinesses needing help can get it from a SCORE mentor, and people with knowledge to share can volunteer to mentor others. SCORE welcomes those needing assistance, as well as those who are able to provide it. Find out more by visiting SCORE.org/ pascohernando.HABITAT FOR HUMANITY BOARD NAMEDHabitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco Counties has announced its board of directors for the 2023-2024 scal year, accord-ing to a news release. Those board members are: • Heather Ford, chairwoman • Frank Starkey, vice chairman • Ken Ginel, treasurer • Chris Hackey, secretary • Brandon Brayboy, immediate past chair • Ian Peterson, Chris Majesk, Lynn Skelton, at-large members Mike Sutton is also a non-voting member of the board.BARBECUE & NETWORKINGThe Greater Pasco Chamber of Commerce has its monthly barbecue lunch and networking event in Land O’ Lakes on the second Thursday of each month, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at New Beginnings, 18935 Michigan Lane, in Land O’ Lakes. The event is hosted by Judi Fisher. Those attending can place a lunch order for barbecue, catered by Hungry Harry’s, if they choose. The gathering is free for chamber members, plus the cost of food. There’s a $10 fee for non-members. If you are not a member but would like to check out the event for free, call the chamber ofce at 727-842-7651 or 813-909-2722 for a one-time free entry. The lunch is sponsored by Architectural Signage & Printing. BUSINESS digestSEND YOUR BUSINESS NEWS TO NEWS@LAKERLUTZNEWS.COM By Mike Camunasmcamunas@lakerlutznews.comThe City of Zephyrhills announced it began its massive sidewalk construction project on June 19 that spans approximately 10,500 linear feet, in areas surrounding West Zephyrhills Elementary School. This project aims to increase walkability and safety for schoolchildren, residents and visitors. It is scheduled for completion by June 19, 2024. During construction, there may be times when resident driveway access will be affected. The contractor, BRW Contracting Inc., will seek to work with residents to provide as much advance notice as possible in these circumstances. Construction-related noise and some minor trafc disrup tion with temporary lane/right of way closures is anticipated. Construction work and streets to be impacted include: • Ninth Avenue from First Street to Sixth Street • 10th Avenue from First Street to Sixth Street • 11th Avenue from First Street to Sixth Street • 13th Avenue from First Street to Sixth Street • 14th Avenue from 37733 14th Ave. to Sixth Street • 15th Avenue from 37742 15th Ave. to 14th Avenue • Third Street from Ninth Avenue to 10th Avenue • Fifth Street from Ninth Avenue to 14th Avenue • Sixth Street from Ninth Avenue to 16th Street Zephyrhills City Manager Billy Poe told The Laker/Lutz News in January that this sidewalk project was intended to “connect any missing links” so residents can get around town without crossing streets or have neighborhoods connecting to the schools via sidewalks. The city earmarked $1 million of the 2022-2023 scal budget — $100 million, which is a 33% increase from the previous year — specically to address this sidewalk project. The sidewalks come in at the right time and coincide with several road work projects, such as extensions of Dairy Road and Kossick Road, and improvements to the intersection at County Road 54 and 12th Street, next to Zephyrhills High.Zephyrhills preps for a plethora of new sidewalks MIKE CAMUNASThe City of Zephyrhills is spending $1 million to improve sidewalks across the town, including areas near West Zephyrhills Elementary, such as on Ninth Avenue, between First Street and Sixth Street.

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8Awww.LakerLutzNews.com July 19, 2023 PREVENTIVE CARE • MEDICINE • SURGERY • DIGITAL X-RAY • DENTAL CLEANING PRE-BREEDING EXAMS • OVULATION TIMING • PROGESTERONE TESTING rAt the corner of SR 54 and Oak Grove Boulevard Dr. Moses Kawalya, DVM, DABVP (Board Certified by the American Board of Veterinar y Practitioners) WALK-INS WELCOME!ASK US ABOUT OUR AFFORDABLE WELLNESS PLANS $ EXAM rfrntbnffrfnf813-428-6994ffntnb nnbbOPEN: Monday-Friday 8am-6pm • Saturday 8am-4pm Screaming Metal Deathtrap, a preteen boy band based out of Lutz, is a viral sensation thanks to Tik Tok videos — and the fact that these young rockers can, well, rock!By Mike Camunasmcamunas@lakerlutznews.comSocial media has been screaming their names. It’s all because of a short video on TikTok — and the band’s rocking out. Here’s how it went down. Screaming Metal Deathtrap — a quartet of 10to-12-year-olds — was taking part in the Bach To Rock Battle of the Bands on June 11 at The Orpheum — a concert venue off Nebraska Avenue. The band, based at Bach To Rock Lutz, won its division with their original song, ‘This is not a drill.’ Screaming Metal Deathtrap is made up of Parker Schmidt (bassist, lead singer), Matas Metkes (guitarist), Axton Binkley (guitarist) and Carlos Santos (drummer). They formed a band because of their talents and their love for “heavier” rock music. Matas’ dad is big on lming the band and posting it on social media. He did nothing differ-ent than before — lmed and posted the band’s award-winning performance, but he also posted another short video. “I found out about this video like everyone else and it had already generated 60,000 views by the time I saw it,” said Rick Schmidt, Parker’s dad and owner of B2R. “Someone sent it to me and was like, ‘What’s going on?’ I don’t know!” The video is only a minute and a half long and it’s only an intro of the band playing the cover to ‘Down with the sickness’ by head-bang-ing rock band, Disturbed. Its distinct sound was played perfectly by the youngsters — and then blew up with hundreds of thousands of views in just hours. “We weren’t expecting to blow up like that and (it be) the most popular of the Tik Toks (we have),” Parker said. “Even before this one blew up, maybe we had 4,000 views and then all of them had so many views, but even then it wasn’t like the (Disturbed) one. “Suddenly, it was like, ‘Oh, it has 2.5 million views — whoa.’” “It’s crazy, but I always tried to do YouTube and I was never successful,” Axton added. “It’s denitely crazy that, like out of nowhere, the band just blew up. It’s been “exciting, especially checking it and seeing that it has so many views and then check-ing it again not even after a while and it has even more views.” It had 2.5 million views in less than a week. Since Screaming Metal Deathtrap won the Battle of the Bands on June 11, they qualied to play in the nationwide B2R Battle of the Bands, which was held, virtually, on July 2. Screaming Metal Deathtrap took home the top prize in the Elementary School Division — and that viral Tik Tok had more than 4 million views just a couple days before. “It was so surprising, but it was really cool, too,” Carlos said. “Really, we had just been show-ing it to friends, so for it to have that many views was just crazy. “I think we were just all trying to play like we do and never expected it to be so popular on Tik Tok.” Matas was stunned. “Like, holy crap, look how many views it has!” he exclaimed. “Then, we’d check it again and be like, ‘Whoa, so many more views!’ We really couldn’t believe it every time we looked at it on Tik Tok!” Neither could Rick Schmidt, who also used to promote bands such as Creed and Sister Hazel and even worked for local radio station, 98 Rock. “You used to hit up stations (or use) word of mouth (to get a band’s music out there), but it is a lot of social media now,” Rick said. “It can generate a lot of views and get a lot of people excited about the band or musicians. “And for them, it was just the intro — not even the whole song, but people are on there and like, ‘Oh my God — these kids rock!’ because Tik Tok is the new word of mouth. “And they do rock! Parker just wanted a band to play heavier rock, but Axton is great, Matas is great, Carlos is a great drummer — we had to get them together!” Parker says he hopes to write more songs, but for now they have their single, as well as playing covers of the likes of Rage Against The Machine and Metallica. The latter band even commented on a Tik Tok video of them covering a popular Metallica song. That made the band members scream even louder. “I’ve had a really good time playing with these guys, and it was very interesting at rst because we didn’t really know each other,” Parker said. “We all liked playing and all liked the same songs, but we weren’t together very long — but then we clicked and now we just like rocking.” “I love playing and rocking with these guys,” Axton added. “It’s a lot of fun.” “Now we’re kind of famous,” Matas chimed in with a laugh. “Just from playing a song,” concluded Carlos. “That’s pretty rock.” Boy, this band rocks rrrfntb rfntb rfnnft tnbnt ftfnfn tffft tftf ntnf ftffbt ftff ttff ftnbtbft tt tntf ffn ffft nnf ftnf tntbft tfftft tnfbtnf ftb tfftb nbtf fnfftfff Screaming Metal DeathtrapComprised of Parker Schmidt, lead singer and bassist; Carlos Santos, drummer; Axton Binkley, guitarist; and, Matas Metkes, guitarist, Screaming Metal Deathtrap is a Lutz-based rock band that was formed and practic-es out of Bach To Rock, a music school in Lutz. The band has recently gained viral popularity thanks to Tik Tok videos that show band members shredding and performing covers of popular rock songs, such as classic hits from Metallica and Disturbed. One video, in particular, has more than 4 millions views, while another event garnered a comment and like from the band Metallic itself. To view videos of the band, visit www.tiktok.com/@bearmusic529. To see their Battle of the Bands Performance in Ybor City, visit YouTube.com/watch?v=Un46grMIDqw. For more information about Bach To Rock Lutz, visit BachToRock.com/lutz. MIKE CAMUNASFrom left, members of rock band Screaming Metal Deathtrap: Parker Schmidt, lead singer and bassist; Carlos Santos, drummer; Axton Binkley, guitarist; and, Matas Metkes, guitarist. This Lutz-based boy band out of Bach To Rock music school has garnered quite the following thanks to a viral Tik Tok video of them performing a cover of a Disturbed song, as well as covering other bands, such as Metallica. One video, only a minute long, has more than 2 million views, while Metallica even commented on another video on the social media platform. Screaming Metal Deathtrap guitarist Axton Binkley shreds during a session at Bach To Rock, in Lutz. Drummer for Screaming Metal Deathtrap, Carlos Santos, works a beat at Bach To Rock, in Lutz. Screaming Metal Deathtrap lead singer Parker Schmidt belts away during a recording session at the Lutz-based music school, Bach To Rock. Screaming Metal Deathtrap guitarist Matas Metkes rocks out during a recording session at Bach To Rock, in Lutz.

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www.LakerLutzNews.com July 19, 20239A responsible and sustainable funding,” Morin said. Later on in the meeting, four of ve county board members indicated they would support a tax increase to provide additional support to Pasco Fire Rescue. County Administrator Mike Carballa has rec-ommended the tax rate for the Fire Municipal Services Taxing Unit (MSTU) be increased from 1.8036 mills to 2.3 mills. Although four commissioners spoke in favor of the increase, a unanimous board vote is required to make it happen. Commissioner Seth Weightman said he would support an increase, but not necessarily the entire amount recommended. Pasco County Budget Director Robert Goehig explained the increase to 2.3 mills would cover pay raises and step plan increases for reght-ers. It also would provide funding for the staff that’s needed at ve new re stations the county is building. The opening of those stations will help to reduce emergency response times, Goehig said. Weightman said he would prefer to take a look in 24 months to see what increases are needed, rather than approving what is essen-tially a ve-year plan. Weightman also objected to the way the rec-ommendation came forward. “Back in May, May 16, when we had our meeting, there was a recommendation that there would be no charge to the Fire MSTU. Then, we get a notice last night that we want to jump up, essentially over 27%,” he said. The commissioner also noted that in the agenda backup materials, posted online, there was no indication of a proposed change in mill-age — meaning the public didn’t see it. “I have concerns with how this process was handled. We go from no movement on the MSTU in May to a pretty signicant bump in what you are asking for, today, right?” He also reiterated his conservative approach relating to taxes. “I will be supportive of the 5% wage increase for staff and some level of an increase on Fire MSTU,” Weightman said. But he also noted: “We’re all feeling the impacts of ination. Our residents are feeling it. Our seniors are feeling it. So, I just want to be cautious and truly understand what this money is going to be spent on.” Other county board members, however, voiced support for the increase. Commission Chairman Jack Mariano put it this way: “One of the biggest goals of the MSTU is to get the reghters to 95% of Hillsborough’s reghters’ wages — not even 100%.” Mariano said taxpayers have shown their sup-port for Pasco Fire/Rescue by approving a bond issue to pay for additional re stations. He also mentioned the parade of speakers who appeared before the board last year, plead-ing for additional funding to get the stations built and staffed, to reduce emergency response times. Commissioner Ron Oakley agreed: “Cut those (response) times down, so we can service our citizens the right way.” Commissioner Kathryn Starkey said the tax increase is necessary. “To have service calls wait 14 minutes. That’s not OK. That’s a life-and-death scenario,” she said. “Funding public safety adequately is one of our most important roles. “I think the step has been needed for a while, and I just think we need to do it. I think this is an important step forward.” Commissioner Gary Bradford added: “I agree with Commissioner Starkey that it’s our obliga-tion to fund public safety, our sheriff and our re (and rescue services), as best we can. Four-teen minutes is too long.” Bradford and Mariano both also noted that the board can revisit the Fire MSTU millage every year, as part of its budget deliberations. Carballa said the planning that went into rec-ommending the rate is based on a ve-year plan and projection. The county administrator told commission-ers: “I don’t take lightly bringing a recommen-dation forward to increase taxes on any of our citizens, but when I am confronted with new data, I do feel compelled to act. “We have found a way that we can work with our rst responders to help overcome a lot of the serious issues that we’re seeing and facing out there today,” the administrator said. NEW TAXES, from page 1A that personality. She is the best ambassador for this city.” Wiggins also knows Monson relished her chamber role. “You’re the voice of the business community. You’re the voice of a lot of people, so you’re at everything and involved in everything, from festivals to meetings — everything,” she said. “You’re out there talking to everyone. “It was like everyone already knew me — or felt like they did.” Which would come in handy running for mayor.RUNNING ON FAMILIARITY While it may be cliche, Monson feels she has hit the ground running as mayor. That may be because she had thought about running for mayor for some time. When Whit-eld announced on Dec. 16 he would not seek reelection, it ended up being the “perfect storm” for Monson to enter the race. “I said for years, when the mayor retired, that I was going to run, and the kids thought it was a joke, but the hubby knew I was serious,” Monson said. “Everyone already saw me as the ambassador to the city and so it was a natural t. “If the citizens wanted someone with expe-rience who was ready to rock and roll, then I knew they’d vote for me,” she said. If they wanted someone different than that, they wouldn’t. “One thing Mayor Whiteld told me is you can’t solve every problem — but you can listen to the people and direct them in the right way and really learn a lot of what people really need and want.” Monson not only listens to her citizens and residents, she also listens to her fellow government ofcials, especially the City Council members. “I think it’s important to have an ambassa-dor like Melonie,’” City Manager Billy Poe said. “As we go through these changes and address various issues, someone like Melonie brings a level of trust to the community at-large. To have an additional leader who understands the issues and can go out and communicate the city’s direction for the community and our solutions, I think that’s extremely benecial.” Monson agrees. “One of the biggest reasons I ran for mayor and not city council was the inuence I knew I would have with my work behind-the-scenes — to talk things out,” she said. “I don’t get a vote, but when I’m at City Council meetings, I bring up points, and they still want to hear what I have to say because I’m the voice of the citizens.”CHILDREN ARE THE FUTUREMonson already has initiatives in mind for her term as mayor. “I’m passionate about the youth,” she said. She recognizes Zephyrhills — the city, its downtown — has changed since she was out riding her bike down to places such as the movie theaters or the bowling alley. It’s important, she said, for the city to have a place for the city’s children and teens. “I want to get a civic center for our kids, if it’s the last thing I do in my term or terms,” Monson said. “We need a new place — something for kids to keep them off the streets and teach them how to be adults. I talked to (State) Sen. (Danny) Burgess about it and he was like, ‘Go for it!’” Monson has an optimistic outlook. “I’m excited about what the future holds, but I also don’t know how anyone could do this without any experience,” she said. “I’m grateful for my experience at the chamber because of the relationships I built and, now, I feel I’m making a positive impact for the citizens. “I’m approachable — I’m going to interact with people, and sit down and talk with them. That’s why they elected me, and I really stepped into a great job — if you even want to call it a job. MONSON, from page 1A MIKE CAMUNASMelonie Monson’s campaign to become mayor included taking part in Zephyrhills’ Founder’s Day celebration in March. She considers herself to be an ambassador for the city and she intends to promote the town to both residents and visitors. Mayor Melonie Bahr Monson was sworn into ofce in April as Zephyrhills’ 21st mayor in town history.units and 25 townhomes. • Area 2 includes 25,000 square feet of com-mercial retail/ofce and 120 townhomes. Area 3 and Area 4 are within the existing resort community. • Area 3 includes tennis courts, parking, the renovation of the clubhouse and resort area. • Area 4 calls for replacing two 18-hole Arnold Palmer courses with three nine-hole courses; and, the relocation of the driving range, which currently fronts State Road 54. The developer also has committed to improvements aimed at handling the project’s trafc. It has agreed to build a road across a por-tion of its property that will link into Wiregrass Ranch Boulevard. It also will add turn lanes at Saddlebrook’s main entrance and make a connection to Van-dine Road. A new gated access point for Saddlebrook residents and a multi-use path also will be added to provide them access to areas beyond the community’s gate also will be added. Mast also has signed a deed restriction that guarantees that the golf course land will never be used for commercial or residential develop-ment. A big part of the plan involves the overhaul of the resort itself. Mast Capital will renovate the resort facilities, while both Mast and third-party condo hotel owners will upgrade the individual hotel rooms. Mast will manage the hotel room renovations and third-party investors will have an opportu-nity to opt in. Mast and third-party investors will pay the same renovation cost per unit. Initially, Mast’s plans faced a wall of resis-tance from Saddlebrook owners and residents. But over time — after dozens of meetings — that opposition decreased. Still, areas of disagreement did not entirely go away. During the county board’s July 11 public hearings, Jane Graham, an attorney representing the Save Saddlebrook Coalition, cited continuing concerns about the conversion of 36 holes of golf to 27 holes. She expressed appreciation for Mast’s deci-sion to convert some of its planned townhomes into green space, but said concerns continue regarding the amount of pavement required for multifamily parking. Larry Barbetta, a founder of the Save Saddle-brook Coalition, called for greater sensitivity to the existing community to ensure compatibility and he again asked for a reduction, or shift, in density to help achieve that. He also expressed appreciation for the quest to revitalize Saddlebrook. “We’re all saddened by its current state. We all support Mast’s efforts to bring that back to what it should be. We want to help accelerate that,” Barbetta said. Patrick Hogan, an advocate for retaining the two 18-hole Arnold Palmer golf courses, pre-sented a plan that could keep those golf courses, while maintaining the driving range’s current location and making room for other improve-ments. His idea, however, gained no traction. Keith Swope, a resident of Saddlebrook since the 1980s, lamented the inevitable change he believes the redevelopment will bring to his daily life. “It is a peaceful, quiet, lifestyle,” Swope said. “It looks like that’s going to be changed. It’s not going to be for the better.” Hope Kennedy, president and CEO of the North Tampa Bay Chamber, however, advocated on behalf of Mast’s redevelopment plans. “This is the type of project that communities around this country are dying for. They would be thrilled to have this kind of investment com-ing into their community,” Kennedy said, noting she represented the chamber board and the business organization’s 610 members. “Saddlebrook literally put Wesley Chapel on the national and international map, and they have been a contributing force in tourism and commerce. “As with any asset, it must be nurtured and constantly improved upon. “For us to continue to prosper as a region, we must evolve. We, the chamber, applaud Mast Capital for their vision to improve the crown jewel of Wesley Chapel. “They have gone above and beyond to ensure the legacy of Saddlebrook continues. We thank them for investing in our community,” Kennedy said. County Commissioner Ron Oakley said it’s in the best interest of both Mast and Saddle-brook property owners for the redevelopment to succeed. “You’re going to nd a very well-built Sad-dlebrook, that’s a modern age Saddlebrook — that’s different from the one that was in the 0s, and you’re going to see that thrive, in this new economy that we have now,” Oakley predicted. He expects Mast to address trafc issues and to be expeditious in its redevelopment efforts. “If they don’t take care of trafc and they can’t get people in and out of there, guess what, they’re not going to rent anything in there. It’s not going to happen,” he said. Oakley added: “They can’t just lollygag around. They’ve got to go forward and get this thing done. If those units aren’t starting to be renovated in the hotel area, they’re not going to rent them because nobody is going to stay in there because they’re outdated.” Commissioner Kathryn Starkey said she agrees with the sentiments expressed by cham-ber executive Kennedy. Like the chamber leader, Starkey said she appreciates Mast’s willingness to invest in Saddlebrook. Commissioner Seth Weightman told Mast: “We’re putting our name behind you, right?” “We all have high expectations. You’ve heard us loud and clear. “Don’t let us down. “Don’t let the folks that live there down,” Weightman said. Pasco County Commissioner Ron Oakley said it’s in the best interest of both Mast Capital and the owners of property within Saddlebrook Resort that the redevelopment effort is a success. SADDLEBROOK, from page 1A COURTESY OF ANDY TAYLOR/PASCO COUNTYPasco County Commissioner Seth Weightman said the county board has made it ‘loud and clear’ that it has high expectations of Mast Capital, the company that will be redeveloping the Saddlebrook Resort.By Mary Rathmanmrathman@lakerlutznews.comFlorida is in the midst of its hurricane season, which started June 1 and ends Nov. 30. After assessing damages done from hur-ricanes in the past few years, Floridians are encouraged to have at least seven days of supplies, including food, water, medicine and batteries, according to the Florida Division of Emergency Management website. Every family and business is advised to stock up adequately and to prepare to face the season. The Emergency Management group offers af-fordable disaster prep tips such as picking up at least one nonperishable food item on every gro-cery trip to build a disaster supply kit over time. Items can include, but are not limited to: canned fruits, vegetables and meats; bottled water; nonperishable pasteurized milk; protein or fruit bars; dry cereal or granola; and peanut butter. Visit FloridaDisaster.org/kit to download and print a checklist that covers rst aid, documents, food and water, pet care items, clothing, phone numbers, vehicles, and general items such as medications, cash, cellphone chargers, and books and games for children. For information about planning for any disas-ter and preparedness tips, visit FloridaDisaster. org or Ready.gov/. For business owners who want to en-sure their ability to continue business after a disaster, visit FloridaDisaster.org/business/plan-ning-for-businesses/, to start planning.It’s not too late for a hurricane checklist

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10Awww.LakerLutzNews.com July 19, 2023 Call Hudgins Law Firm 800-950-5534C C i i v v i i l l T T r r i i a a l l P P r r a a c c t t i i c c e e • • F F r r e e e e C C o o n n s s u u l l t t a a t t i i o o n n HudginsLawFirm.net I I n n j ju ur re ed d? ? I I n n j ju ur re ed d? ? Drew Ben Hudgins, Esq Zephyrhills, FL • CAR CRASHES • MOTORCYCLE CRASHES • TRUCK CRASHES • BOAT INJURIES • JET SKI CRASHES • TRIP & FALL INJURIES • SLIP & FALL INJURIES • SERIOUS INJURIES • WRONGFUL DEATH Your Neighborhood Sports Source Community Sports Community Sports LaVerne Pace, a 100-year-old Lutz resident, has found the Fountain of Youth — as well as a new community of friends, both of which keep her active and kicking to the beat of Jazzercise up to ve times a weekBy Mike Camunasmcamunas@lakerlutznews.comShe never has a cheat day. LaVerne Pace, who lives in Lutz, is eas-ily the town’s most-active 100-year-old. She can be found at the Jazzercise off Lutz Lake Fern Road up to ve times a week, dancing away — or as much as she possibly can — during the high-energy exercise sessions. Despite her age and varying operations over the years, she credits these classes to her excel-lent health, a desire to stay active and, of course, to developing dozens of friendships. “I believe in keeping moving,” Pace said. “I march (in place) as much as I can and can’t (move my) arms and legs at the same time, but as long as I keep both moving when I can, then I know it’s a good workout. “I just keep going (to class and in life),” she added. “All my friends are gone, but now these are my new friends! I attribute Jazzericse to reaching 100. I really do.” Originally from Salida, Colorado, Pace moved to Miami at age 5. She grew up and attended school in Miami, visited the Everglades, occa-sionally, and became a junior high math teacher for 20 years. She and her husband lived in Miami until 1989, before moving to Lutz. Her husband passed in 2001, after nearly 55 years of marriage. But nothing — including having both her hips and a knee replaced and gallbladder re-moved — slowed her down. She went to a Curves studio for years until it closed, took a few years off exercising and then took up Jazzercise in 2012. In doing so, she made dozens of friends, including more than 50 who showed up to her birthday workout class on July 3. “I don’t have the words to explain how she motivates other people,” said Colleen Pedersen, co-owner of the Lutz Jazzercise. “To see anyone complain about an ache or pain, but then they turn and look at her — they say, ‘Well, if she can do it, I can!’ “She attributes coming (to Jazzercise) ve times a week to her longevity and her health — she’s healthy as a horse!” Pedersen added. “She does what she can, and that’s more than people half her age that don't exercise like her — they’re on oxygen tanks or have diabetes and because they’ve been sedentary for so long, they can’t do what LaVerne does. “She’s always been moving and she still can move at her age.” Despite being in great shape, there are some things that Pace cannot do on her own. She uses the aid of a walker, but also the aid of Jazzercise friends, who drive her to the classes. “We’re Team Daisy!” said Pace’s daugh-ter, Carolyn Sterger, who also works out at Jazzercise. “Like (the movie), ‘Driving Ms. Daisy.’ So we’re her tribe here. That’s why there were 65 or more people at Stonewater Grill (in Land O’ Lakes) for her birthday (lunch). “When she goes to her physical, the doctor is like, ‘Can you raise your hands above your head?’ and she’s doing this (waving her arms like in class) and the doctor is like, ‘I’ve got peo-ple half your age who can’t do that right there!’ “Jazzercise has denitely helped her all these years,” Sterger added. There might be another reason this great-grandmother has plenty of friends at Jazzercise. She’s also known as the “Boozy Baker.” Even though she doesn’t drink, she’ll make cakes with alcohol and give them to her friends at Jazzercise. “Everyone does love those cakes,” Pace said. “Maybe that’s why I have so many friends!” “No,” Pederson added. “This is her family, these are her friends, now, because she’ll tell you all her friends are dead — but they’re really here at Jazzercise. She’s like a grandma to my 12-year-old daughter. “And it's her upbeat personality. Who knows how much longer she has, but she doesn't look 100 because when most people think of a 100-year-old, they don’t think of LaVerne. “With her longevity, it makes you want to experience life the same way she has.” Sterger agrees. “I have more (surgical) hardware than she does and something is going to break on me — so, not sure I’ll make it to 100, but maybe genetics will help!” Sterger said. “She denitely keeps me going!” According to Boston University centenari-an statistics, only .27% of the 330 million U.S. population reaches age 100. That makes Pace a rarity — one who reached her goal to have 150 Jazzercise classes this year before her birthday. Because she never took a day off. “Oh yeah, I’m going to keep coming, proba-bly until I drop dead here at Jazzercise (laughs). I’ve been very blessed with good health and family and friends,” Pace said. “I really never thought I’d reach 100 and I don’t know anyone else who has!”Staying youthful, active — and all that jazzLaVerne Pace, who is 100 years old, can be found at Jazzercise up to ve times a week. Besides helping her to stay t, the Lutz resident uses Jazzercise as a social outing. JazzerciseWhere: 19012 First St., S.W., in LutzWhen: Open seven days a week for morning and afternoon ses-sionsDetails: With locations all over the country, Jazzercise uses high-energy dance cardio, such as Cardio or Power Sculpt, to help participants get in shape. For more information on the Lutz location, call 813-406-4707, or visit Jazzercise.com. MIKE CAMUNASLaVerne Pace, a 100-year-old Lutz resident, works out up to ve times a week at the Jazzercise studio in Lutz, as a way to stay active and healthy. The centenarian has been trying to stay active as much as she can, but also uses Jazzercise as a social outing and has dozens of friends, all of whom helped her ring in her 100th birthday on July 3 with a packed workout session. SENIOR SOFTBALL LEAGUE CELEBRATES CHAMPS, READIES FOR NEW SEASONThe North Tampa Bay Senior Softball league (NTBSS) celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2022 by experiencing record participation numbers and crowning new champions. The team sponsored by RIPA Associates out of Tampa defeated AMI Recycling 10-9 to take home the 2022-2023 North Tampa Bay Senior League Slowpitch Championship earlier this year.RIPA is led by managers/players Wayne Spencer and Gene Castillo, and includes Angel Delgado, Paul Wells, Howard Honigbaum, Bernie Desrosiers, Carlos Pinnace, Brian Jared, Nick Cozzo, Ed Madeo, Dave Leto, Dave Perez, Joe Ricardo and John Esposito rounding out the roster.The league has teams sponsored by local busi-nesses such as Humana, Payne Environmental, Culinary Packaging, HOJO Softball Inc., E.M. Consultants, J. Emerson LLC, Gary Lemberg Ministries, and A&R Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Inc.NTBSS is a league that offers outdoor activity for senior men and women, with a concentra-tion on sisterhood, brotherhood, sportsmanship, tness and competition. The league practices during the summer months twice a week at the elds at Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex, 3032 Collier Parkway, on Tuesdays and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. New players (men over age 60 and women over 50) are invited to try out for the 2023-2024 season starting in September. A draft of players for team participation will be held last week of August. For more information, contact League Com-missioner Walt Bruschi at wbruschi1@gmail.com or 330-701-0646, or League Secretary Denny Kato at denny.kato@yahoo.com or 727-215-5345. Interested parties also can visit NTBSS.net for more league information.LOCAL BALLPLAYER DRAFTEDFormer Land O’ Lakes High baseball player Dakota Harris (2020) was drafted in the 11th round of the Major League Baseball Amatuer Draft on July 11 by the St. Louis Cardinals.Harris just nished his rst season at Oklahoma State University after transferring in from Polk State and batted .328 with seven homers, 12 doubles and 48 RBI in 46 games. At Polk State, Harris was National Junior College Athletic Association co-Defensive Player of the Year and earned a Rawlings Junior College Gold Glove thanks to a .973 elding percent-age, committing just four errors in 150 chances and assisting on 28 double plays.NRA RIFLE PROGRAMThe Dade City Precision Rie Team will host an NRA First Steps Rie Program on July 28 from 1 p.m to 6 p.m., at 35445 County Road 52 Alternate, Dade City.Cost is $45 per person and the team provides the rearms, ammunition, training materials and snacks. The Rie Team is a 501(C)3 organization, whose mission is “to promote rearms safety and marksmanship training with an emphasis on youth.” To register or for more information, email Larry Shrewsbury at LShrews1@aol.com.BOXING EVENTFlorida’s Sports Coast, along with EFC Boxing and American Dream Presents, will bring the Inuencer Boxing Championship on July 29 to AdventHealth Sports Arena, at the Wiregrass Ranch Sports Campus, 3021 Sports Coast Way, Wesley Chapel. This will be the rst-ever inuencer boxing event in Florida, with only two other states pre-viously hosting this event: California and Texas. The full lineup of bouts and celebrities will be announced soon, and participants in the Inuencer Boxing Championship will have a combined social media presence of over 30 million followers. Tickets for this event are available at efcboxing.com/tickets. To submit notable sports news, event informa-tion, and individual or team accomplishments, email mcamunas@lakerlutznews.com. SEND SPORTS NEWS TO MCAMUNAS@LAKERLUTZNEWS.COM CHECK THIS OUT Dakota HarrisCOURTESY OF OP PARRISH

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The Dade City Historic Cemetery Preservation Committee seeks to maintain and preserve Dade City historic cemeteries. It’s currently pursuing a listing for the Dade City Cemetery on the National Registry of Historic Places.By Mike Camunasmcamunas@lakerlutznews.comAnything this old needs some help — not only to be preserved, but also to persevere.That’s where the Dade City His-toric Cemetery Preservation Committee comes in. The group, formed ve years ago, works to beautify, preserve and maintain the city’s his-toric cemeteries. It seeks to raise awareness, respect and appreciation for them, as well. The committee routinely works with city staff and the Dade City Commission to imple-ment projects that include much-needed improvements to the cemeteries, such as adding benches to the grounds, which it did on July 8. Currently, the committee’s board and volunteers are focused on getting the Dade City Cemetery, at 38151 Martin Luther King Blvd., listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. “It’s a process,” said Joy Lynn, committee board member and founder of Dade City Heri-tage & Cultural Museum. “I update the commis-sion on that when I can, but then they ask us what they could do for us, and I mentioned we could use seating in the cemetery. It’s difcult for some folks to be on their feet for 90-minute tours.” The committee provides Monuments By Moonlight Tours, which is a fundraiser that allows the committee to do work and resto-ration to the cemeteries. When the committee was formed, most of the city-owned cemeteries were in disarray, so the funds they raised allowed fences and head-stones to be mended and cleaned, fallen trees to be cleared, the addition of things like seating and better markers. And, of course, there’s the crusade to get the Dade City Cemetery on the National Registry. For a property to be eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, it must meet at least one of four criteria — an event of historic importance must have happened there; a per-son of signicant importance must have had an impact on the place; design or construction of the place must have great artistic and/historical importance; or there is potential historical infor-mation that can be found at the site. Each nomination contains a narrative section that provides a detailed physical description of the property and justies why it is signicant historically with regard either to local, state, or national history. The Dade City Cemetery dates back to the start of the city, with its rst burial being in 1884. People laid to rest there include soldiers who fought in the U.S. Civil War and many of Dade City’s founders. “When we came in ve years ago, (the cem-etery) was a disaster,” Lynn said. “You couldn’t see (markers and headstones), fences were bro-ken, trees were all on the ground and the com-pany hired to mow it wasn’t mowing like you should in a cemetery. No one was keeping care of the cemeteries, so I can only sing praises for how the city has helped and worked with us to improve them.” The tours have become quite popular with local residents and out-of-towners alike coming to hear stories about the cemetery’s history, and possible hauntings. “Normally, entering a cemetery entices indi-viduals to think of death, a topic that is taboo or unpopular in most cases,” Lynn said of the tours. “However there is more than meets the eye in these eerie but intriguing places: Art, architecture, symbolism, science, nature, gar-dening, remembrance, and of course, a curiosity about whether it’s haunted. “The purpose of this tour is to raise aware-ness of Dade City’s historic cemetery land-marks,” Lynn added. “Some people just want the history, a lot of people want the haunted aspect, some want both, and we have had sightings. “I honestly think, though, if someone were out here and to see something, they’d run right out of the cemetery (laughs).” Lynn noted that several Dade City Police Ofcers have claimed to have seen something on the grounds and that some city workers “just refuse to come out here after dark.” But beyond the intrinsic value of the tours, there’s also a nancial benet. Lynn — assisted by Museum Director Jayde Archbold and Museum President Charlotte Lewis — provided a tour for 13 people in May, raising nearly $400 to support the committee’s causes. Lynn also hosted Haunted Happy Hour, which was a paranormal-inspired walking tour that went to Locke Inn. That’s the site of the former 1892 Pasco County jail that was restored into an AirBNB. Lynn is committed to Dade City history and sharing its stories. There are reports of paranormal activity all over Dade City, she said, citing locations such as the cemetery, the jail, the former Keefer Build-ing as examples. “There’s a lot of activity,” she added, “and Dade City always wants to keep it kind of quiet, but anything we can do to preserve and restore our cemeteries, well, it’s helpful.” JULY 19, 2023 INSIDE: Directories, Classieds, Games & More B Lutz Lutz The L The L COMMITTEE SEEKS TO PRESERVE — AND MAKE — HISTORY MIKE CAMUNASDade City Historic Cemetery Preservation Committee board member Joy Lynn stands near the sign that tells the history at Dade City Cemetery. Its rst burial dates back to 1884. Dade City Historic Cemetery Preservation CommitteeDetails: The Dade City Historic Cemetery Preservation Committee is organized under the nonprot organization of the Dade City Heritage & Cultural Museum Inc.; the committee of volun-teers is dedicated to the beautication, historic preservation, maintenance, education, apprecia-tion and respect of Dade City Historic cemeteries. The committee is working with Dade City’s Commission to implement signicant projects cur-rently in the historic Dade City Cemetery and to have this cemetery listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. To learn more, visit DadeCityHeritageMuseum. org/cemetery-committee. Dade City Cemetery, 38151 Martin Luther King Blvd., features several burials from the late 1800s. The Dade City Historic Cemetery Preservation Committee is working to have the cemetery added to the National Registry of Historic Places.

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Previously, he served as president/CEO of AdventHealth Gordon and AdventHealth Mur-ray, also in the Southeast Region, as well as president/CEO of UChicago Medicine Adven-tHealth LaGrange and UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale in the Great Lakes Region. Murrill earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Andrews University, a Master of Business Administration from the University of Colorado and is a Fellow with the American College of Healthcare Executives. “I’m honored to step into this new role and join the talented team extending Christ’s heal-ing ministry in West Florida,” said Murrill in the release. “AdventHealth has passionate and highly skilled leaders and caregivers across its continuum of care, and I’m excited to start working with our colleagues in Zephyrhills, Dade City and Connerton.”LUTZ YOUTH ADVOCATEEleven-year-old Luke Schmid, of Lutz, recently visited Washington D.C., to represent type 1 diabe-tes (T1D) face-to-face with decision-makers in the government at the JDRF Children’s Congress. Schmid called on mem-bers of Congress to renew the Special Diabetes Program, a federal pro-gram funded at $150 million per year to sup-port research to prevent, cure and treat T1D. The program is set to expire in September. The youth shared his experiences about living with T1D and why research to fund life-changing therapies until a cure can be found is critical. Schmid loves to play soccer and read, and is a part of his school’s engineering club. Schmid previously met with members of Congress through Promise to Remember Me meetings with his mother.MENTAL HEALTH SERVICESChristie Campus Health, a provider of men-tal health and well-being support services to colleges and universities nationwide, has announced a partnership with The University of Tampa (UT) to offer its students access to the 24/7 Clinical Support Line, according to a news release. “We are delighted to partner with The Uni-versity of Tampa to help them expand mental health services for their students,” said Kaitlin Gallo, Ph.D., Christi Campus chief clinical of-cer, in the release. “The 24/7 Support Line gives students instant access to licensed clinicians at any time, anywhere. The resource will be a great asset to not only students, but faculty as well,” said Gallo. Students also will be connected to next steps, if required, to ensure they receive the mental health support they need. Christie Campus currently offers its com-prehensive mental health platform to more than 100 colleges and universities, supporting more than 700,000 students nationally and internationally. To learn more, visit ChristieCampus.com.HOSPITAL HONORThe American Heart Association recently recognized AdventHealth Zephyrhills with the Get With The Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus Award. The hospital team also achieved Stroke Honor Roll Elite, which recognizes the facility for administering the life-saving drug TPA to stroke patients within 45 minutes of arriving at the hospital. This honor highlights the AdventHealth Zephyrhills’ efforts in applying the most up-todate, evidence-based treatment guidelines to improve patient care and outcomes in the community.BREASTFEEDING BASICSAdventHealth Zephyrhills will offer two Baby Place classes about breastfeeding basics — one on July 20 and one on Aug. 24, both from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at the former AdventHealth Wellness Center Zephyrhills Building, 38233 Daughtery Road. The guest speaker will be registered nurse Tammie Williamson. For information and to register, call 877-5343108, or visit AHZephyrhills.com/events.FREE SCHOOL PHYSICALSTerlep Chiropractic, 8466 Northcliffe Blvd., in Spring Hill, in coordination with the Her-nando County School District, will host its annual Back to School Bash and free school physicals on July 29 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For a $20 donation of school supplies to the Hernando County Education Foundation, guests can earn free chiropractic care. The event will include more than 30 local businesses, free tacos, face painting, haircut vouchers, games and more. For information, call 352-666-2222.CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGYAdventHealth Wesley Chapel announced the purchase of cutting-edge technology for its hematology department that aims to signi-cantly expedite the turnaround time for cancer test results, according to a news release. The AdventHealth Wesley Chapel Founda-tion provided more than $400,000 in donations for this addition to the lab. The new Sysmex and Cellavision technology allows one scientist to complete about three to ve times as many patient samples at a time. The new Sysmex performs a complete blood count, makes a slide if needed, stains the slide, and transitions the slide to the Cellavision. The Cellavision then captures many micro-scopic pictures and uses mathematical formulas to categorize the blood cells, the release said. Scientists then review the images, reclassify them as necessary, and provide results quickly. The new lab technology also will cater to the growing demand for oncology services in Pasco County, while easing the workload of the health care team, through a more integrated and automated diagnostic process. AdventHealth Wesley Chapel expanded its oncology services just over two years ago, rec-ognizing the increasing and crucial need for cancer treatment in the county. The Laker/Lutz News likes to keep our readers informed about available classes, seminars, lectures and events regarding health and wellness issues. Hospitals, doctors, individual practitioners and anyone related to the health care industry can submit information, at least two weeks in advance, to be considered for publication. Photos of events, recognitions and so on, also are welcome. Submissions should include who, what, where, when, cost, contact information, identications for individuals in a photo (unless it is a large group), and a photo credit. This information should be emailed to news@lakerlutznews.com. COURTESY OF ADVENTHEALTH WEST FLORIDA DIVISIONMike Murrill COURTESY OF JDRF NORTHERN FLORIDA CHAPTERLuke Schmid The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report If your tax bill is less than $10, Pasco County Tax Collector Mike Fasano won’t be sending you that bill — effective next year. But Fasano wants to notify taxpayers of that change this year. The Pasco County Commission agreed to Fasano’s request to stop sending the bills during its July 11 meeting. But that won’t be ofcial until the board adopts a resolution to that effect. The scal breakdown from the tax collec-tor’s analysis was included in the county board’s agenda packet. It shows that Fasano’s ofce is losing money when it sends out the bills for less than $10. The estimated cost for printing and mailing the notice is $23,210.34. The total collected, if paid, would be $11,240.99. That results in a loss of $11,969.35 for sending the notices to those owing less than $10. Fasano said that most of the under-$10 tax bills are mineral rights notices. “If you know anything about mineral rights, it’s the most ridiculous thing ever created by the state of Florida. “They don’t get paid, rst of all. “Then we have to send reminder notices. Then, we have to advertise them. “And the only one who can buy the certi-cate, if they wanted to, is the people that own the property on top of those mineral rights.” Fasano told the board if they can adopt the resolution this year, he can let people know in this year’s mailing that if their tax bill is less than $10, this is the last notice they’ll receive. Commissioner Kathryn Starkey made a mo-tion to approve Fasano’s request, which was seconded by Commissioner Ron Oakley. But County Attorney Jeffrey Steinsnyder told board members they can’t approve the request until a resolution is prepared for their action. “If that’s the board’s inclination, we can put that back on the Aug. 8 agenda,” Steinsnyder said. Commission Chairman Jack Mariano told Fasano: “I think it’s unanimous with the board to move forward with it, so happy to do it. Thank you for bringing it forward.” Pasco tax collector wants to stop sending tax bills for less than $10 FILE

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