Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Apply for program at Sheriff's Office

Apply for program at Sheriff's Office

Openings are available for the afternoon and evening sessions of the next Hernando County Sheriff's Office Citizens Academy, which will be offered on Thursdays, Oct. 9-Nov. 13. The afternoon session meets from 1 to 4 p.m. and the evening session meets from 6 to 9 p.m.

The Citizens Academy gives an insider's view of the Sheriff's Office and criminal justice system. During the six-week course, participants will observe demonstrations by police dog handlers, receive tours of the Sheriff's Office and learn about forensics, uniform patrol, traffic unit, administration, investigations, vice and narcotics, communications/911, aviation and marine units, mounted patrol and legal issues and perspectives.

Graduates will have the option of riding along with a patrol deputy, flying in the helicopter or observing in the communications center.

The academy is available to adults 18 and older. For information or to register, call Vicki Porter at 754-6830, ext. 53664.

Sunday, September 7, 2008

FYI - Mosquito Control Efforts

Press Release

September5, 2008

Mosquito Control Efforts
MEDIA RELEASE
For Immediate Release
Mosquito Control Efforts
September 5, 2008

The Hernando County Mosquito Control Division advises that as a result of recent increased rainfall, mosquito populations are booming. Mosquitoes can pose a public health threat, especially because the long period of drought prior to the rainy season killed most natural enemies of mosquitoes in ponds, lakes, and retention ponds. Currently, the most severe mosquito problem exists in the City of Brooksville and north of Brooksville, Lake Lindsey, and Ridge Manor.

With over 240 calls received since August, the Mosquito Control staff is very busy fighting these noxious insects with inspections, larviciding, and biological control. All six trucks are spraying nightly. The chemical used is Biomist, which is safe for humans and animals.

Residents are reminded of the importance of monitoring their own property to make sure they are not inadvertently harboring a breeding gound for mosquitoes by allowing water to collect in flower pots, toys or other items that may hold even 1/4" of water.

To learn more about the County's mosquito control methods and how residents can help, visit http://www.hernandocounty.us/mosquito/. In addition, you may contact Mosquito Control at 352 754-4060 for assistance if you have a mosquito problem and to arrange for a staff member to speak to your civic club or neighborhood association on mosquito control issues.

www.hernandocounty.us/mosquito/

Sheriff's Office to host Homeowners' Meeting

Sheriff's Office to host Homeowners' Meeting

Hernando County Sheriff Richard Nugent and the Sheriff's Office will host a new homeowners meeting and informal discussion at 6 p.m. Sept. 16 at the Emergency Operation Center, 18900 Cortez Blvd.

Nugent will welcome all new homeowners and discuss programs the Sheriff's Office offers to residents.

There is no cost to attend. However, seating is limited, and preregistration is required by Friday. To register or for information, call (352) 754-6830, ext. 53664.

Tuesday, September 2, 2008

FYI About Budget Hearings

September2, 2008

Public Hearings to Adopt FY 08/09 Budget
MEDIA RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 2, 2008
Board of County Commission Schedules Budget Hearings

The Board of County Commissioners has scheduled the following public hearings regarding the proposed FY 2008/2009 budget:

Thursday, September 11, 2008 at 5:01 p.m. (Public Hearing to Adopt Tentative Budget)
Thursday, September 25, 2008 at 5:01 p.m. (Public Hearing to Adopt Final Budget)

The public hearings are open to the public and will be held in the John Law Ayers Room, First Floor, Hernando County Government Center, 20 N. Main Street, Brooksville, Florida. The proposed budget can be viewed on the County’s website at www.hernandocounty.us.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons with disabilities needing a special accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact Alice Gura in the County Administrator's Office, 20 North Main Street, Brooksville, Florida, 34601, telephone (352) 754-4002. If hearing impaired, please call 1-800-676-3777 for assistance.

Questions regarding the public hearings or the budget may be directed to the Budget Office at 754-4004.

FREE CLASSES ON FLORIDA-FRIENDLY GARDENING

September 2, 2008

County Extension Classes - September
NEWS RELEASE
By: Jim Moll, Horticulture Agent for
University of Florida/IFAS
Hernando County Cooperative Extension Service
19490 Oliver Street, Brooksville, FL 34601-6538
Ph: (352)754-4433
September 2, 2008

FREE CLASSES ON FLORIDA-FRIENDLY GARDENING

Please note the changes in class locations. The Extension Service will no longer house a satellite office in the Forest Oaks Government Center. Thank you is extended to the Hernando County Library System for providing locations for classes in Florida-friendly gardening.

The University of Florida/IFAS Hernando County Cooperative Extension Service will present the following free classes at:

Spring Hill Branch Library
9220 Spring Hill Dr.
Spring Hill
2:00 pm
“Colorful Fall Annuals and Perennials” – October 15th
“Preparing Your Landscape for Winter” October 29th

The following class will be presented at:

Hernando County Cooperative Extension Service
19490 Oliver St.
Brooksville
10:00am:
“Great Trees for Hernando County” – October 18th
“Fertilizing Appropriately” – October 25th

Call 754-4433 for a full schedule of classes or log on to and click on Extension Classes. Registration is not taken for any of the classes. First come, first seated.

Participants needing special accommodation should call (352)754-4433 at least five working days prior to the meeting. Persons with hearing or speech impairment should call Florida Relay Center Service at 1-800-955-8771.