Patricia Northey Volusia County Council District 5

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1 Patricia Northey Volusia County Council District 5 COUNTY COUNCIL UPDATE Our family gathers in the early afternoon around a table filled with the specialty dishes of the roasting, cooking and baking members of the family. Before we begin the feast we always go around the table and say what we are grateful for. Everyone participates and the comments become a kind of recap of the year the family has enjoyed. Many of the comments are poignant, some are routine and others are funny. I always look forward to hearing what the nieces, nephews and Grands are thankful for. And they never disappoint. Many times they express thanks for a special food that graces the table, or a toy that is a favorite. Sometimes they surprise me with the depth of their thoughts and sometimes they are just funny. One of the thankful comments that stand out the most for me is the one my grandnephew offered up some years back! He was thankful for Toilet Paper! He though he was quite the comic and we all laughed and said what a funny kid he 1

2 was and yes, that after much thought that was indeed a worthy thankful message. We are also thankful that our family can gather at the table filled with food. We are thankful that our extended family doesn t have to travel very far to enjoy the day together. We are thankful that my mother, now approaching 93 years of age, still has her health and always brings a special dessert (her Cheese Cake is one of my favorites) to finish the meal. And yes we are even thankful for toilet paper! What are you thankful for? Volunteers And I am also thankful for our wonderful County volunteers who help hold up our county in so many ways. From service on our many boards to working clean up u campaigns along our rivers and beaches, to volunteering in our libraries, to our citizens Observers s on the road and all the other areas that our citizen volunteers serve in, we are enrich with their diversity and skills. As your district 5 council member, I have the occasion to fill board and committee positions in many areas. Interested in Agriculture? Do you like to talk transportation? How about creating a cultural community or interested in protecting our children and families? I have openings for registered ered voters living in District 5 for any of these boards and committees. Download the application on the County web site and forward it to the Manager s office or call me at

3 Volusia County s farm and ranch families produce a bounty of agricultural products, managing a large portion of our county's land base and serving as caretakers of our natural resources and diverse ecosystems. The annual economic impact of Volusia County's agriculture and natural resources industries is $781 million, representing 3 percent of the county s economic activity. The county s 1,114 farms cover more than 229,000 acres and produce agricultural products including fruit, vegetables, honey, cattle, hay, sod, fish, timber and plants. Celebrating our nation s agricultural industry, the week before Thanksgiving is designated national Farm-City Week. In Volusia County, we conclude the week with a Farm Tour, an annual tradition since VO-LASALLE FARMS 3

4 The tour showcases various agricultural businesses, products and activities throughout the county. This is the one day a year local growers open their doors to the public for an up close look at how agricultural operations work. This is a self-guided driving tour so participants can pick and choose the operations they want to see, which are only available at specific times. I look forward to you joining us and continuing this educational, informative and fun tradition. Go to for the farms and ranches participating. David Griffis, Extension Service Director County-Council-Member-District-5/ I am regularly posting content on County Council issues to this page. Like the page to get the most recent Council News. And on Twitter: You can find many of our County services on Facebook and twitter as well. You can also sign up for notifications from the manager s office, parks, rec and culture, emergency management and other important county 4

5 Volusia County District 5 Representative Pat Northey receives Espiritu Latino award Northey w/carlos Valderrama, President, Volusia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce The Volusia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce awarded Volusia County Council Representative Pat Northey with its Espiritu Latino award during its second annual Columbus Caravel Award Gala. 5

6 The Espiritu Latino award is given to an elected official or civil servant who has shown the most support for issues affecting Hispanics and their communities and worked with the chamber and its members on issues of priority. Northey said it s an honor to receive this award. It has been an honor to work with the Volusia Hispanic Chamber on issues impacting Volusia County, said Northey. From growing local businesses to lobbying for additional air service out of Daytona Beach International Airport, to serving on local boards and committees, the members of the Hispanic Chamber have been active and engaged in the business community, not just here in Volusia County, but in our central Florida region. The many contributions of our Hispanic citizens are a tremendous part of our state s history as well as our future. I look forward to continuing our efforts to promote business growth in Volusia County, and I commend the chamber for its progressive thinking and community involvement. Columbus Caravel Awards are given to members, businesses and individuals who have played a vital role in the Hispanic community. 6

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8 Cut the ribbon at the Mike Accardi Sons of Italy Lodge to celebrate Italian American Heritage Month. Introduced Dr. Thompson to the DeBary City Council; Attended the Annual Farm Bureau Membership Dinner; Delivered Dictionaries to third graders at Sunrise and Osteen Elementary; Read a Proclamation at the Hispanic American Youth Group of Deltona Dinner; Attended Chamber of Commerce Ormond Beach State of the City Address; received update on the UCF Business Incubator by Dr. Tom O Neil and County Staff; Talked transportation and trails at the Central Florida MPO Alliance; Brought greetings to the Deltona Library Volunteers at the Appreciation Tea; Proclaimed Daytona Blues Festival Days at the Jack; Attended the 2 nd Annual Columbus Caravel Awards ; attended the River of lakes Heritage Corridor Meeting; Spoke to the Volusia County Legislative Delegation on behalf of the St. Johns River Alliance; brought greetings at the Enterprise Dr. Thompson speaks to the DeBary City Council Preservation Society 13 annual Festival. Helped to break ground on the th Florida Hospital Health Park, Attended the AMPO Conference in Portland, Oregon, Chaired the Tourist Development Council; participated in the monthly WNDB Radio Show the Volusianaires; Attended the DEP Workshop on Blue Spring 8

9 PLACES TO GO AND THINGS TO DO! We are blessed to live here in Volusia County. The weather is perfect this time of year. Now is the time to get out and explore our county. There is so much to do right here at home.. Begin by going on line and check out our county web site. You can use the drop down menu to explore our beaches, our trails, parks, libraries, and historical places. Be sure to check out the monthly free outdoor adventures! It s not too late to come out for the run! November 2 th : The 7 TH ANNUAL RIVER CITY RUN sponsored by the Rotary Club of DeBary-Deltona-Orange City: start time is 8:00 A.M., but get there at 7:30 A.M. See more at: UPDATED INFORMATION. November 2 nd : Florida and the U-Boats: Torpedoes, Saboteurs, and the Hooligan Navy. Learn how German submarines attacked merchant ships from New York to New Orleans close enough that people onshore could see them burning; how German spies on PonteVedra Beach buried explosives and equipment meant to blow up Florida rail lines; and how a German U-Boat captain was honored in Jacksonville almost 50 years after sinking a tanker offshore. Lani Friend narrates as historical re-enactor Larry French brings to life Kapitänleutnant Reinhard Hardegen, ace U-Boat commander who wreaked havoc from New York to Florida during the "American Hunting Season" of PM FREE AT THE DELTONA LIBRARY! NEW LISTING Nov. 9: Marine Science Center Bird Fest to take flight: Fun and education await nature lovers at the ninth annual Bird Festival, which takes flight from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, at Volusia County s Marine Science Center in Ponce Inlet. The popular event provides an opportunity for visitors to learn about bird migration, watch raptor demonstrations, and witness the release of rehabilitated sea birds. The event will culminate with the release of rehabilitated birds at 3 p.m. at the "dog beach" in Lighthouse Point Park, a five-minute walk from the Marine Science Center. Admission is free. 9

10 NEW LISTING MERRITT ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 50 TH ANNIVERSARY Save the Date - Saturday, November 9 th a.m. to 3 pm Space for Wildlife Festival Opening Ceremonies begin at 10:00 a.m. Fun for the whole Family! Games for the Kids Presentations throughout the day; Wildlife Exhibits Vendors; Please join us as we celebrate Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuges 50th Anniversary on November 9 at the refuge Visitor Center! Opening ceremony starts at 10:00 am. Family fun for children of all ages. November 30 th, City of DeBary 10

11 FEBRUARY 8 TH : The FLORIDA SCRUB JAY FESTIVAL returns to the Lyonia Environmental Center, one of my early projects as your County Council Member. The weather will be wonderful this time of year. Come on out and enjoy the fun! Please note: This is a monthly newsletter, written and edited by yours truly, updating you on what is happening in District 5 and in the County. This is a public record and is intended for broad distribution. It may be shared. Please feel free to me on any issue that you have a concern. My address for official county business is pnorthey@volusia.org. My cell phone is Or you can reach my assistant at the numbers O) ; F) : Volume 7: issue # 7 11