BREAKING NEWS! PRESS JOURNAL ENDORSES DALE SIMCHICK FOR COUNTY COMMISSION, DISTRICT 2
BREAKING NEWS! PRESS JOURNAL ENDORSES DALE SIMCHICK FOR COUNTY COMMISSION, DISTRICT 2
As
we were about to send this communication to our membership today, July
28, 2010, the Press Journal announced Dale Simchick as their recommended
candidate for County Commission, District 2.
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Indian River Neighborhood Association announces endorsements for Indian River County Commission
Citizens of Indian River County numbering over 100 came together at Captain Hiram’s to hear the announcement of endorsed candidates for the upcoming County Commission races. The Indian River Neighborhood Association’s Board of Directors announced their unanimous endorsement of incumbent Peter O’Bryan (District 4) and former Sebastian Council member Dale Simchick (District 2). Both O'Bryan and Simchick are expected to face opponents in their respective Districts in the Republican primary August 24,2010.
“A committee lead by Honey Minuse interviewed candidates running for the County Commission and our Board of Directors came to a unanimous agreement. We based our decision on knowledge of the local issues, personal qualities and good records on what constitutes smart management of residential and comercial development,” said Chairman John Higgs. Higgs then introduced Simchick and O’Bryan, who were met with enthusiastic applause.
“No other county in Florida has the quality of life we have and I am proud to have played a part in that. I will continue to push forward for better quality jobs in Indian River County,” O’Bryan said after accepting the endorsement. O’Bryan was recently recognized for his efforts in diversifying our local economy and jobs development by being awarded the Carolyn K. Eggert Economic Development Award from the Indian River County Chamber of Commerce.
Dale Simchick has over 23 years in law enforcement and recently served on the Sebastian City Council. A strong supporter of environment and wetland preservation, she is also a veteran, having served as a Marine Corporal. “I loved being of service to my country and my community. Now I’d like to be of service to all citizens of Indian River County.”
Photo caption: Dale Simcheck, John Higgs, Peter O’Bryan. O’Bryan addresses questions from audience members
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Dale Simchick www.DaleSimchick.com
Peter O'Bryan www.votepeterobryan.com
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Rising Again: Indian River Neighborhood Association
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April 2010 Newsletter - The Three Legged Stool
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The Press Journal 03/24/2010, Page A08
JOBS PLANNED FOR INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
The Indian River Neighborhood Association has always advocated a vibrant, business friendly environment and encouraged light industry and wise commercial growth to support both economic viability and sustainable job creation. We welcome Mr Carter and the INEOS New Planet BioEnergy venture to Indian River County.
Florida’s first bioethanol plant would create jobs in county
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IRNA Celebrates Five Years of Accomplishments
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Some 25 years ago, Florida recognized that growth was out of control. The Growth Management Act was enacted, which imposed state rules and oversight on local growth decisions. An important feature of this comprehensive legislation was to require infrastructure (especially roads) to be in place before construction. Another was an attempt to limit sprawl outside of the urban service area. Although this system did not work perfectly, it provided some rationality and restraint on local government from continuing to make bad decisions at the behest of local developers and land owners.
The 2009 Legislative session has gutted that Act. A new law went into effect that repealed requirements for roads in a large part of Florida and weakens state oversight of growth management. It also limits or repeals some local laws controlling land use and commits mischief in dozens of other areas. Another new law created "5 Water Czars" who allocate all water in the State behind closed doors.
As the enclosed articles clearly point out, "the Florida Growth Machine" remains very much in control of Florida politics. Virtually everyone knows that residential growth as a sustainable basis for Florida's economy has failed the economy itself, the environment, and the thousands who cannot sell their homes or get a job. It is most certain to fail in the future. New home sales have begun again, especially in the Midwest. It is only a matter of time until the developers once again begin to eat away at our community and our neighborhoods.
While frequently being outspent by the development industry, we continue to work to bring balance to the influence of those who would profit from unmanaged growth at the expense of our quality of life. We are a not-for-profit organization and thank our many members who have donated in support of our work. This financial support is vital to our efforts. If you have not already donated to the IRNA, we ask you to consider doing so.
Please know that we always look forward to hearing from our members and encourage you to contact us by clicking on the link ("Contact Us") on the left side of this page.
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IRNA on the Radio
Every Monday morning on WTTB 1490 at approximately 8:20 am, Bob Soos will interview Honey Minuse, Chair of the IRNA Executive Committee, on his show "Morning Magazine". They will discuss issues that are current and effect the people of Indian River County. These issues impact all of us and will ultimately be determined by a political vote in the county and the municipalities.
You can catch the show every week on our website here.
