SRQ DAILY Aug 22, 2017
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"The closest house to this property is actually on the west of Interstate-75."
The potential for a recycling plant near the Celery Fields in east Sarasota County has raised concerns among environmentalists despite assurance from developers that the plan will not introduce a major risk to the area. Now, Sarasota County Commissioners will spend all of Wednesday at a public hearing about rezoning the 16-acre site before making a decision on the project's future.
TST Ventures has proposed an open-air recycling plant on the site, located at Apex Road and Palmer Avenue, and says the facility will have minimal effects on the surrounding areas. An application to the county requests a change in the county’s Future Land Use Map to designate the property as Light Industrial, a rezone of the property and a special use permit to run the plant there.
Bo Medred, agent for TST Ventures, noted to Planning Commissioners in June that four acres of the site already have been zoned for light industrial use, and land being purchased by the county had always been intended to be sold for industrial use. He also noted that while east Sarasota County has a more rural feel, that also means homes aren’t close to the site. “The closest house to this property is actually on the west of Interstate-75,” he said at the Planning Commission hearing. The closest single-family homes to the proposed recycling site on the east side of the interstate are located about 3/4 of a mile away, he said. James Gabbart, principal owner of the site, said he has a strong background in reducing pollution at recycling sites, and that this facility would be careful about what materials get accepted and how they will be sorted for disposal or recycling. An updated traffic study made available Monday predicts the project would add less than 5 percent to truck traffic to nearby roads at peak hours, even accomodating for maximum traffic conditions.
Opponents of the project have been rallying support mostly around potential threats to wildlife at Celery Fields. County Commissioners have been flooded with emails from citizens who enjoy birdwatching on the land, and fear the noise and pollution associated with a waste plant could alter the habitat even off the land where the facility would be located. “The essence of our argument is, first of all, pollution and impacts to the environment,” says David Johnson, who founded the celery fields.org website to fight the proposal. Johnson notes the use of concrete crushers and wood chippers will produce large amounts of noise that could disturb both avian and human residents in the region. Just the number of diesel-burning trucks coming to and from property will introduce air pollution in the area, he says. Save The Celery Fields protests have been held at the site and near County Administration in Sarasota to rally opposition to the proposal.
County planning staff have recommended approval of a change to the Future Land Use designation with certain conditions but offered no opinion on rezoning the property or issuing a permit. The Sarasota County Planning Commission voted to deny the application altogether. Sarasota County commissioners will meet at 9am Wednesday at the Sarasota County Administration Center in Sarasota. 
By a unanimous vote, Sarasota business leader Jesse Biter was elected to chair the Florida Sports Foundation Board of Directors for the 2017-18 fiscal year. The Tallahassee-based FSF is a division of Enterprise Florida and the state’s lead sports promotion and development organization. Biter’s term for the 2017-18 fiscal year runs through June 30.
Dr. Alexander J. Bajorek joined Sarasota Memorial Health Care System’s First Physicians Group network as part of the physiatry team, providing inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services for people recovering from brain and spinal cord injuries, stroke and other neurological, orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions.Bajorek earned his medical degree in 2013 from the University of Louisville, Kentucky, and came to Sarasota from Harvard Medical School’s Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital in Boston, Mass., where he completed his residency training and served as chief resident.
Joel Freedman, a prominent land-planning consultant on the Gulf Coast, is joining Shumaker Advisors Florida, a subsidiary of the full-service business law firm Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick. Shumaker Advisors Florida provides public and private sector clients with a broad range of expertise and services at the federal, state and local levels. Freedman joins the group as the director of land planning. The founder and president of Freedman Consulting and Development, Freedman will continue to provide land planning and land development consulting services to the private and public sectors. As director of land planning, he will also provide practical and strategic advice to clients on a project’s approach and act as a liaison between developers, property owners and government entities.
Directed by Connie Schindewolf, this play is about Robert who is suffering from depression and anxiety. When he finds a mammoth bone in his yard, he starts to hear the sound of ancient mammoths, leaving him wondering whether he is communicating with spirits of the past or is his medication playing tricks with his mind? Single tickets are $15.
The Players Centre for Performing Arts, 838 N Tamiami Trail
Featuring classics from the Jazz Age songbook made famous by the likes of Bessie Smith, Louis Armstrong, Helen Morgan, Ruth Etting, Al Jolson, and more. Join as Carole Bufford travels back to a time where flappers, vamps and sheiks were shimmying in gin joints as a whirl of great social and political change happened all around them. For more information and to purchase tickets please visit www.floridastudiotheatre.org
Florida Studio Theatre , 1241 North Palm Ave., Sarasota
Featuring paintings by Ringling College Fine Arts alumnus Jeffery Cornwell. Showing across the United States in galleries and alternative spaces, Cornwell draws inspiration from the natural environment and the relationship of sky to land.
Patricia Thompson Gallery , 2700 N. Tamiami Tr., Sarasota
A highly accomplished bass/baritone soloist, Stephen is acclaimed for being the consummate performer, whether on stage before thousands, or in the intimate atmosphere of a cabaret. He has been entertaining and inspiring audiences for over 30 years and has recently been recognized as “one of the finest baritone voices in America today.” Join him for an afternoon of incredible variety.
Pinkerton, 140 Tampa Ave. W., Venice
Join the celebration as United Way Suncoast kick-off another exciting campaign year and challenge yourself to achieve even more for our community. Enjoy inspiring speakers over lunch while you network with problem-solvers and game-changers like you. Be sure to invite friends and coworkers who care about taking action and making a difference. When we work together, we can win the fight. Because TOGETHER, we are the UNITED Way. Tickets are $30/person or $300/table of 10. For more information or to register, call Shelle Austin at (941) 328-6973.
Michael’s On East, 1223 S Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL
Songs from Broadway to Hollywood. Selections from Sondheim, Kander and Ebb, Cole Porter, and many others. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Breast Cancer Research.
Pinkerton, 140 Tampa Ave. W., Venice
Join us in the Jungle Gardens for quick sketching of the tropical birds of Florida from life. Using these sketches, artists will then return to the studio to create paintings of life energy and vibrant colors.
Southern Atellier , 7226 21st St. E., Sarasota
Jah Movement Reggae Band return to the Van Wezel’s FREE outdoor concert series Friday Fest bringing their infectious groove to the bay for the second year in a row on Friday, August 25th. Winners of Creative Loafing’s 2016 ‘Best Local Reggae Band’, Jah Movement feature a glorifying sound where individual talents of each member come together. Highlighting the talented ensemble is vocalist Shantel Norman, hometown hero, who will be celebrating her birthday with this Friday Fest party. Adding their own touch of R&B, soul and funk to some of the best live reggae music, it’s always a surprise to see which popular songs they will pull out of the box at the show.
Van Wezel, 777 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
For the sixth year in a row, Englewood’s ChalkFest will transform the Dearborn Street sidewalk into an oversized canvas for chalk-art masterpieces. Professional artist demonstrations include the creation of atrompe l’oeil –or visual illusion—work of art by Johan Bjurman, a noted classically trained painter. This day of discovery will also feature fun prizes and a people’s choice award. The ChalkFest is free and sponsored by the Englewood Art Center, a division of Ringling College of Art and Design, and is presented by the Pioneer Days Committee as part of Englewood’s popular Pioneer Days festival.
Englewood Art Center and the Pioneer Days Committee
VT’s own “BAB” Kim Kollar pays tribute to some of the best female vocalists of all time. She’ll be belting her face off to songs such as “Before the Parade Passes By,” “I Miss the Mountains,” “Worst Pies In London,” and many more!
Pinkerton, 140 Tampa Ave. W., Venice
The Women’s Council of Realtors Sarasota Chapter will be holding their annual Fashion Show on Wednesday, September 6th at the Hyatt Regency Sarasota for an anticipated audience of over 500 participants. Fashions for the ladies are from designer Camilyn Beth and men’s fashion provided by Martin Freeman. Cutting Loose Salon has volunteered their services for the models. The Boutique with over 15 merchants will open at 10:30 with the fashion show commencing at noon. In addition to the exciting show, there will be a live auction donated by Vanessa Fine Jewelry featuring a KABANA designer 14 karat yellow gold pendant with inlaid bronze mother of pearl and diamonds along with a “Lottery Tree.” The event will also hold a silent and Chinese auction with amazing packages for bidding. Purchase your tickets online to ensure your attendence and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Mothers Helping Mothers.
Hyatt Regency Sarasota, 1000 Boulevard of the Arts Sarasota, Florida 34236
The Goldtones have been called the “hottest doo-wop group in Florida” and entertain their audiences with the sweet sounds of street-corner harmony and all those favorites from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s. The group is back by popular demand after performing at Venice Theatre for three years in a row. Tickets are $22.
Venice Theatre, 140 West Tampa Ave.,Venice
The annual showcase is an exciting, jam-packed, one-day event for lifelong learners to experience the best instructors and topics our region has to offer. Hosted by the SunCoast Alliance for Lifelong Learning, this popular event is now in its third year. The event includes 24 course sessions of which participants may choose four to attend, continental breakfast, a box lunch, exhibits, sponsor merchandise and more. A special Keynote speaker will also be present, Louise Gallagher an Educator and Certified Life Coach, will be giving an informed and insightful talk about “retirement: who needs it?”. Registration begins Monday August 7th and the price of the ticket includes all the classes and meals. Put your thinking cap on and get into the back to school spirit because SunCoast Alliance for Lifelong Learning can't wait to teach you something new!
RCLLA Temple Beth Sholom, 1050 S. Tuttle Ave., Sarasota, FL 34237,
On Friday, September 15, the Boys & Girls Club of Sarasota County will present the 12th Annual Intertape Polymer Group Leadership Breakfast; celebrating community members who support youth as leaders in our community. The honorees this year are CEO of PGT Industries, Rod Hershberger, and Director of Sarasota County Library System, Sarabeth Kalajian. The event takes place at the Lee Wetherington Boys & Girls Club from 7:30-9:00am. Cost is $50 for an individual ticket. For tickets and sponsorship opportunities, please call 941-366-3911.
Lee Wetherington Boys & Girls Club , 3100 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL 34237
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