Manatee County has two openings for the Tourist Development Council, an appointed board that makes recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners on the expenditures of tourist tax revenues.
The TDC is comprised of nine members who make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners concerning the effective operation of the projects set forth in the Tourist Development Plan and the uses for which Tourist Development Tax revenues may be expended.
The vacancies are open to two elected municipal officials; one must be from the largest municipality in the County (Bradenton). All applicants must be registered voters in Manatee County. Terms are for four years.
Applications are due May 1 and may be found online at www.mymanatee.org/advisory_boards
The Tourist Development Council meets on the third Monday of every other month at 9 a.m. at locations throughout Manatee County.
For more information, call Monica Luff at the Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, (941) 729-9177 ext. 231 or via e-mail at Monica.Luff@mymanatee.org
Kerkering Barberio Welcomes New Tax Manager
Kerkering, Barberio & Co., Certified Public Accountants – is pleased to announce that Christina Greenstein has joined the firm as a Tax Manager. Christina received her Bachelor of Science in Finance from Florida State University and her Master of Science in Taxation from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She is a Florida and Texas CPA.
"We are glad to have Christina become an integral part of our practice. Her extensive tax experience and education will be a true benefit to our clients and the firm," said Rob Lane, Managing Shareholder.
Kerkering, Barberio & Co. is one of the largest independent certified public accounting firms in Southwest Florida and offers a wide range of services to businesses, organizations, and individuals. The firm has been serving clients since 1972. Kerkering, Barberio & Co. has two locations: one at 1990 Main Street, Suite 801, Sarasota, FL, and one in Lakewood Ranch at 6320 Venture Drive, Suite 203, Lakewood Ranch, FL.
Blake Medical Center’s Diagnostic Imaging Department Awarded Three Year Accreditation from the American College of Radiology in Nuclear Medicine, Cat Scan and MRI
Blake Medical Center’s Diagnostic Imaging Department has been awarded a three-year accreditation in computed tomography (CT), Nuclear Medicine and MRI as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology (ACR).
The ACR gold seal of accreditation represents the highest level of image quality and patient safety. It is awarded only to facilities meeting ACR Practice Guidelines and Technical Standards after a peer-review evaluation by board-certified physicians and medical physicists who are experts in the field.
”Obtaining the ACR accreditations represents Blake Medical Center’s commitment to clinical excellence through high quality practice standards,“ says Robert Stouffer, Director of Diagnostic Imaging & Radiology. ”It shows that our facility meets their requirements for equipment quality control, quality assurance, image superiority, and continuing education for staff and physicians. We are committed to delivering quality, safe patient care that our consumers can trust.“
CT scanning – sometimes called CAT scanning – is a non-invasive imaging procedure that helps physicians diagnose and tailor treatments for various medical conditions. Nuclear Medicine is a branch of medical imaging that uses small amounts of radioactive material, injected into the patient, to diagnose and treat a variety of diseases, including many types of cancers, heart disease, and certain other abnormalities within the body. MRI is a non-invasive imaging procedure that utilizes magnetic fields to produce anatomical images of internal body parts to help physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions.
Michael’s On East Welcomes Molly Klauber to the Leadership Team
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Michael’s On East is pleased to announce that Molly Klauber has joined Michael’s On East in the position of Assistant General Manager for the fine dining restaurant.
Ms. Klauber is the founder and president of Go To Girl, a business she continues to operate which offers area businesses event planning, training, staffing and marketing expertise. She brings a broad knowledge of business analysis, event production and promotional strategies paired with extensive restaurant experiences.
”Having the great fortune of growing up in the hospitality industry, I am honored to join a nationally-recognized team which has been built by loyal, hospitality professionals for more than 25 years,“ said Ms. Klauber. ”Using a hands-on management approach, I know it is imperative to learn every detail of the Michael’s On East operation and look forward to continuing to offer our guests exceptional service and inspired cuisine each and every visit.“
An independently owned and operated business since 1987, Michael Klauber and Phil Mancini are the co-proprietors of Michael’s On East. Michael Klauber has anticipated his daughter joining the family business for some time. ”Molly and I have a shared vision of excellence,“ said Mr. Klauber. ”Her attention to detail and creativity will prove to be an asset to our establishment and our guests.“ His partner Phil Mancini agrees. ”I’m looking forward to Molly bringing the latest trends to Michael’s On East guests while continuing to focus on–and most importantly deliver–our unmatched service,“ said Mr. Mancini.
Previously, Ms. Klauber has worked with several prominent Klauber family-owned and operated businesses including Pattigeorge’s, Polo Grill and Bar and the world-renowned Colony Beach and Tennis Resort. Restaurant management roles at other outstanding establishments such as Selva Grill, Zoria and Libby's Cafe and Bar have allowed Ms. Klauber to further hone her team leadership, productivity oversight, marketing and creative skills.
Molly Klauber studied restaurant and hotel management at Johnson and Wales University in Miami and has completed level one in the Guild of Master Sommeliers training program.
Active in the community, the Moffitt Cancer Center, Animal Rescue Coalition, Goodwill Industries, Designing Daughters, Sarasota Memorial Health Care Foundation, Muscular Dystrophy Association, Wellness Community, Sarasota-Manatee Originals and United Cerebral Palsy are several nonprofit organizations that have benefited from her passion and talents.
Public invited to Saturday Lincoln Splash Ground Grand Opening
Palmetto’s first ever Multicultural Day to follow at noon
Palmetto’s long-awaited splash park will open on Saturday, March 24 during a grand opening ceremony of Lincoln Park Splash Ground, scheduled for 9 a.m.
The new splash ground at 715 17th St. East in Palmetto features geysers, jets, interactive equipment, sprinklers and water aerators. The splash ground will be open to the public:
á Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 pm. from March 25 through May 27, 2012
á Wednesdays from 1 – 5 p.m. and Fridays through Sundays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. from May 30 through June 10, 2012
á Tuesdays through Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. from June 12 through Aug. 19, 2012 (Closed on the Fourth of July)
The splash ground is the culmination a series of projects over the past five years to improve Lincoln Park paid for using Community Development Block Grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The grant also went to construct picnic pavilions, a new restroom and renovate existing restrooms; to improve field lighting and to install security lighting at the Lincoln Park soccer fields; and to upgrade playground equipment and fencing around the park.
”We’re very pleased with the finished product and I think the children of Palmetto are going to love it,“ said Manatee Parks and Recreation Director Cindy Turner. ”It’s going to be a great place for families to come to have fun and to cool off when the weather’s hot.“
Manatee County Neighborhood Services Department applied more than $1.7 million in CDBG dollars to construct the splash grounds and park improvements. Manatee County Parks and Recreation will staff the splash ground. Manatee County entered into a lease use and maintenance agreement with the City of Palmetto in July of 2000.
”It’s turned into a gorgeous neighborhood park with multiple amenities that’s rare elsewhere in the County,“ said Suzie Dobbs, Manatee’s Community Development Manager who oversees CDBG funds.
At noon the same day, the City of Palmetto Community Redevelopment Agency will host the first ever Multicultural Festival, a family-friendly event including live music, rides, social activities and food booths. That event is also free and open to the public.
For more information on Manatee County Government, visit www.mymanatee.org or to learn more about Parks and Recreation visit www.mymanatee.org/parks
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