Tuesday, November 24, 2009

From the Southwest Florida Water Management District

District asks homeowners to "Skip a Week" of irrigation this winter

Overwatering in winter can encourage pests and disease

The Southwest Florida Water Management District recently launched a new campaign to encourage residents who irrigate their lawns to "Skip a Week" of watering during the cooler months of December, January and February.

According to research by the University of Florida, grass doesn't need to be watered as often during the cooler months. In fact, one-half to three-quarters of an inch of water every 10–14 days is sufficient.

“Over-watering in the winter can encourage pests and disease in your lawn," said Sylvia Durell, Florida-friendly landscaping project manager. Skipping a week of watering is as easy as “off” for residents with irrigation timers. “Turn the timer to ‘off’ for the week that you want to skip, and ‘on’ for the week that you want to water,” said Durell.

Homeowners can determine when their grass needs water when:

• Grass blades are folded in half lengthwise on 30 percent of the lawn

• Grass blades are blue-gray

• Footprints remain on the lawn for several minutes after walking on it

Skipping a week of irrigation will help conserve drinking water supplies. Following the “Skip a Week” plan saves water that the public needs for other critical uses during the dry season.

In addition to entering the dry season, the region is experiencing the effects of a four-year drought. All 16 counties within the District are under one-day-per-week lawn watering restrictions through the end of February.

For more water conservation tips, information about the drought and the current water restrictions, please visit the District's web site at WaterMatters.org/skipaweek.

Monday, November 23, 2009

Christmas on Main Street

Media Release

November 20, 2009

Christmas on Main Street
MEDIA RELEASE
For Immediate Release
November 12, 2009

The public is invited to a Christmas on Main Street - Courthouse Christmas Tree Lighting Program on Friday, December 4, 2009, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The program will be taped and broadcast on Channel 622 during the holidays. Mark your calendar and plan to come and enjoy local talent perform holiday music in front of the historic Courthouse in beautiful downtown Brooksville. Please bring your own chairs. Additional details about the program will be forthcoming.

The 35th Annual Kiwanis Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, December 12, 2009, at 10:00 a.m. in downtown Brooksville. For more information, visit:
www.kiwanisclubofbrooksville.org

Hernando County Water Awareness Series 2010

Media Release

November 20, 2009

Hernando County Water Awareness Series 2010
MEDIA RELEASE
For Immediate Release
November 20, 2009

Hernando County Water Awareness Series 2010

The Hernando County Utilities Department and Citizens for W.A.T.E.R. invite the public to the second session of the Hernando County Water Awareness Series 2010 presentation on Friday, December 4, 2009, from 10:00 AM to Noon. The seminar will be held at the Hernando County Utilities Department, 21030 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville, FL 34601. Light refreshments will be provided. The topic will be: Why Sinkholes? Why Here? What You Need to Know! Learn all about geology, how and why they occur and why this is important to people living in this area. The seminar will be presented by Ann Tihansky, Hydrologist, United States Geological Survey (USGS). Please call (352) 754-4705 and make your reservations to attend.

Directions: To Hernando County Utilities Department-Administration Office
From Spring Hill, travel east on Hwy 50 to the East 50 Truck-Route (Cortez Blvd). Turn right on the Truck-Route (Cortez Blvd.) and continue on for approximately 2.5 miles (past Broad Street/U.S. Hwy 41). The Hernando County Utilities Department is on the right at the corner of South Main Street/Mitchell and Cortez Boulevard. Turn right at the traffic light. 352-754-4037

Thursday, November 19, 2009

County Government Offices Closed for Thanksgiving

Media Release

November 16, 2009

County Government Offices Closed for Thanksgiving
MEDIA RELEASE
For Immediate Release
November 16, 2009

Hernando County Government Offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 26 and 27, 2009, in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.

The Hernando County Northwest Waste Management Facility, located at 14450 Landfill Road, Brooksville; the East Hernando Convenience Center, located at 33070 Cortez Boulevard (State Road 50), Ridge Manor; and the West Hernando Convenience Center, located at 2525 Osowaw Boulevard (County Road 595), Spring Hill; will be closed Thursday, November 26, 2009 in observance of Thanksgiving Day. The Hernando County Northwest Waste Management Facility, the East Hernando Convenience Center and the West Hernando Convenience Center will resume normal operation hours of service on Friday, November 27, 2009.

Questions should be directed to the Solid Waste & Recycling Division, at (352) 754-4112.

Saturday, November 7, 2009

HOA Annual Membership Meeting

HOA Annual Membership Meeting
Our Annual Meeting is Tuesday, November 17th @ 7:00 PM
At SNPJ Lodge, 13383 County Line Road, Spring Hill

We have 3 Board positions that are up for election. If you have an interest in serving on the Board please submit a brief “resume” or statement about yourself. Please send your information to:
Kurt Naser, knaser@tampabay.rr.com,
or you may drop it by 329 Forest Wood Court.
We hope to see you there!

2009 General Meeting Agenda

Proposed Assessment
for 2010 is $250*

Agenda

• Election of Officers
• Vote on 2010 Proposed Assessment
• Officers Reports
• Crime Watch Report
• ACC Report

*This is the same as the 2009 Assessment

Seek a New Chairman and Members for the ACC since Bob Cooper has put in his resignation.

Important Homeowner Info:

Important Homeowner Info:

A Proxy for the Annual Meeting is enclosed. If you cannot attend, please complete the form, designate someone to vote on your behalf and return it to a Board Member.

We must have a quorum at the Annual Meeting in order to conduct business. Thank you in advance for your attendance!

H1N1 Vaccinations and Discounted Lab Services

Media Release

November 5, 2009

Community Health Summit Scheduled for November 14th
For Immediate Release
Contact:
Robin Schneider
Brooksville Regional Hospital
352-797-4645

November 5, 2009
H1N1 Vaccinations and Discounted Lab Services
Offered As Part of Health Summit

Maxim Healthcare will be offering H1N1 (Swine) flu vaccinations as part of the Brooksville Regional Hospital Health Education and Resource Summit this Saturday, November 14. The opening ceremony will begin at 8:45am, and the Health Summit is from 9:00am until 1:00pm.

The vaccinations will be administered for $15.00, on a first-come, first-served basis to those who meet the “high risk” priority group as determined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These high risk groups include pregnant women, individuals age 6 months thru 24 years; those persons 25 thru 64 who have compromised immune systems or other chronic medical conditions; healthcare workers who have direct patient contact; and those who care for infants 6 months of age and younger.

In addition, discounted lab services will be available without a prescription for the following: Cholesterol & Triglycerides; $10, Complete Metabolic Panel; $15, Complete Blood Count; $10, Thyroid Panel – TSH w/FT4 if indicated; $15. A 10 hour fasting is required for Cholesterol and Metabolic services.

Tickets for vaccinations and lab services will be distributed beginning at 8:30am outside at the registration tent, in front of the hospital. Tickets will be numbered with designated time slots, and doors will open at 9:00am. Brooksville Regional Hospital is located at 17240 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville. .

For more information about the H1N1 vaccinations, call Maxim Healthcare at 352-683-2885. For information on Brooksville Regional Hospital’s lab services, call 352-799-5019 or visit us at www.BrooksvilleRegional.net. For more information on H1N1 Swine Flu, visit the Florida Flu Information Line at 1-877-352-3581 or visit www.myflusafety.com.

Friday, November 6, 2009

Senator Bill Nelson to Hold Veteran's Forum in Brooksville

Media Release

November 6, 2009

Senator Bill Nelson to Hold Veteran's Forum in Brooksville
MEDIA RELEASE
For Immediate Release
November 6, 2009

U.S. Senator Bill Nelson has announced a Veterans Forum to be held on Monday, November 9, 2009, from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm at Brooksville City Hall, 201 Howell Avenue, Brooksville, Florida. For additional details, please call Senator Nelson's Office at (813) 225-7040 or the City of Brooksville at (352) 540-3810.