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In the last few years I have had about 7 breakins with burglary and property damage and nothing is ever done. No fingerprints are ever taken or even police reports made. I told the police I knew who...
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In the last few years I have had about 7 breakins with burglary and property damage and nothing is ever done. No fingerprints are ever taken or even police reports made. I told the police I knew who it was who broke in and nothing was done. When I saw that person with my belongings the police came but only pressed charges once I complained about their work. They asked me sign a blank form to press charges and I never heard anything past that.The form I filled out was completely blank and I never got a letter from the county about it. A few months later the man was put in jail for doing a home invasion at 191 Sherman dr. cir. and beating a old man half to death. This could have been avoided if police had done their job looking into my request on my break ins. Now the old man's house is vacant and the family of the burglar breaks into the house all the time. I reported this to the police and was told they do not do anything about vacant houses.
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Oct 26, 2015 by
luvmybabyz.dj (5 points)
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In the last few years I have had about 7 breakins with burglary and property damage and nothing is ever done. No fingerprints are ever taken or even police reports made. I told the police I knew who it was who broke in and nothing was done. When I saw that person with my belongings the police came but only pressed charges once I complained about their work. They asked me sign a blank form to press charges and I never heard anything past that.The form I filled out was completely blank and I never got a letter from the county about it. A few months later the man was put in jail for doing a home invasion at 191 Sherman dr. cir. and beating a old man half to death. This could have been avoided if police had done their job looking into my request on my break ins. Now the old man's house is vacant and the family of the burglar breaks into the house all the time. I reported this to the police and was told they do not do anything about vacant houses.
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Hi Palatka !
Our idea: is to open a coffee house / music cafe in your historical downtown area, a nice homey place, that serves a great variety of European coffees, expressos, Latte-Macchiaco, fine...
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Hi Palatka !
Our idea: is to open a coffee house / music cafe in your historical downtown area, a nice homey place, that serves a great variety of European coffees, expressos, Latte-Macchiaco, fine herbal teas, ice cream and shakes, smoothies, home made cakes, pies, soups, chili, a variety of fresh -made sandwiches. live acoustic music, open mic nite, ect.
please tell us what you think? we would love to hear you and your opinions if the community would support such a fun spot?
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Aug 23, 2016 by
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Hi Palatka !
Our idea: is to open a coffee house / music cafe in your historical downtown area, a nice homey place, that serves a great variety of European coffees, expressos, Latte-Macchiaco, fine herbal teas, ice cream and shakes, smoothies, home made cakes, pies, soups, chili, a variety of fresh -made sandwiches. live acoustic music, open mic nite, ect.
please tell us what you think? we would love to hear you and your opinions if the community would support such a fun spot?
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I absolutely believe in the restoration of down town into the thriving, flourishing area it once was. I do believe that is possible and i do believe the steps are being taken in the right direction to...
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I absolutely believe in the restoration of down town into the thriving, flourishing area it once was. I do believe that is possible and i do believe the steps are being taken in the right direction to make that happen. However, we need to get awareness out that the area needs to be brought up in value. I believe we can do this by offering first time home buyers incentives are just creating awareness about the area. I think that if you families or adults could buy houses and fix them up it would greatly increase the downtown areas value and traffic, also i think it would help get new businesses off the ground. Also, the older homes could be made into apartments as the antique chic thing is very popular with young people. we should be doing everything we can to raise awareness about the area.
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Jan 16, 2015 by
Kayllateal (5 points)
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I absolutely believe in the restoration of down town into the thriving, flourishing area it once was. I do believe that is possible and i do believe the steps are being taken in the right direction to make that happen. However, we need to get awareness out that the area needs to be brought up in value. I believe we can do this by offering first time home buyers incentives are just creating awareness about the area. I think that if you families or adults could buy houses and fix them up it would greatly increase the downtown areas value and traffic, also i think it would help get new businesses off the ground. Also, the older homes could be made into apartments as the antique chic thing is very popular with young people. we should be doing everything we can to raise awareness about the area.
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My Brother’s Keeper Community Challenge
In September 2014, President Obama issued a challenge to cities, towns, counties and tribes across the country to become “MBK Communities.” This challenge...
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My Brother’s Keeper Community Challenge
In September 2014, President Obama issued a challenge to cities, towns, counties and tribes across the country to become “MBK Communities.” This challenge represents a call to action for all members of our communities, and mayors in particular, as they often sit at the intersection of many of the vital forces and structural components needed to enact sustainable change through policy, programs, and partnerships. After reviewing city and county data; specifically looking at the disparities in education and law enforcement, it will be very beneficial overall for Mayor Hill, City Manager and Commissioners to address these disparities by taking on this community challenge.
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Dec 14, 2014 by
Nelson (5 points)
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My Brother’s Keeper Community Challenge
In September 2014, President Obama issued a challenge to cities, towns, counties and tribes across the country to become “MBK Communities.” This challenge represents a call to action for all members of our communities, and mayors in particular, as they often sit at the intersection of many of the vital forces and structural components needed to enact sustainable change through policy, programs, and partnerships. After reviewing city and county data; specifically looking at the disparities in education and law enforcement, it will be very beneficial overall for Mayor Hill, City Manager and Commissioners to address these disparities by taking on this community challenge.
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What incentives does Palatka offer new businesses? How does Palatka plan to draw in enough new businesses to get the downtown area booming again? Does the county/town offer grants, affordable business...
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What incentives does Palatka offer new businesses? How does Palatka plan to draw in enough new businesses to get the downtown area booming again? Does the county/town offer grants, affordable business space, or other factors that would bring in business owners that would otherwise take their shops elsewhere? My family is moving back to the area and we are interested in helping Palatka getting back on its feet. My husband is a property manager, well versed in electric, plumbing, and HVAC, and I am a chef and we would both love to become very active in the community.
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Nov 4, 2015 by
StacyMer (5 points)
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What incentives does Palatka offer new businesses? How does Palatka plan to draw in enough new businesses to get the downtown area booming again? Does the county/town offer grants, affordable business space, or other factors that would bring in business owners that would otherwise take their shops elsewhere? My family is moving back to the area and we are interested in helping Palatka getting back on its feet. My husband is a property manager, well versed in electric, plumbing, and HVAC, and I am a chef and we would both love to become very active in the community.
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Teen are being trained as advocates to help link their fellow friends to valuable resources in the community to help reduce, abuse, STD, HIV, DATING VIOLENCE, homelessness, drug and alcohol abuse,...
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Teen are being trained as advocates to help link their fellow friends to valuable resources in the community to help reduce, abuse, STD, HIV, DATING VIOLENCE, homelessness, drug and alcohol abuse, teen pregnancy, violence and bullying. More info at pause4teens.com
This is a after school based program already active at Gainesville High school and willing to train other youth in other high schools in Putnam county, There are many teens challenged, scared and do not know where to,turn. Some will go to a friend before they go to an adult for help. Teens want to help their peers access community and agency resources, join us to help train them. Owners of the agency are a mother and daughter team that founded the project 3 years ago. Teresa mercado-white and Keiyesa parker.
352-231-6383 PEERS ADVOCATING FOR UNIFIED SERVICES AND EDUCATION!! It is a movement...
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Mar 20, 2015 by
Tee Mercado White (5 points)
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Teen are being trained as advocates to help link their fellow friends to valuable resources in the community to help reduce, abuse, STD, HIV, DATING VIOLENCE, homelessness, drug and alcohol abuse, teen pregnancy, violence and bullying. More info at pause4teens.com
This is a after school based program already active at Gainesville High school and willing to train other youth in other high schools in Putnam county, There are many teens challenged, scared and do not know where to,turn. Some will go to a friend before they go to an adult for help. Teens want to help their peers access community and agency resources, join us to help train them. Owners of the agency are a mother and daughter team that founded the project 3 years ago. Teresa mercado-white and Keiyesa parker.
352-231-6383 PEERS ADVOCATING FOR UNIFIED SERVICES AND EDUCATION!! It is a movement...
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Have more options for people to utilize this program for home ownership, everyone wants to complain about the homeless, but they don't want to do anything to try to make changes. There are some who...
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Have more options for people to utilize this program for home ownership, everyone wants to complain about the homeless, but they don't want to do anything to try to make changes. There are some who have not been in this situation all their lives, I am a single parent and am trying to survivie. But Palatka, seems to be on the low end of the totem pole , for this. I am also a veteran. All I want is a chance.
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Feb 5, 2019 by
Patricia Tyler (5 points)
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Have more options for people to utilize this program for home ownership, everyone wants to complain about the homeless, but they don't want to do anything to try to make changes. There are some who have not been in this situation all their lives, I am a single parent and am trying to survivie. But Palatka, seems to be on the low end of the totem pole , for this. I am also a veteran. All I want is a chance.
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Get the Police back over there and rescue them. Do your job!!!
Jul 12, 2015 by
Cheryl Buckwheat (5 points)
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Get the Police back over there and rescue them. Do your job!!!
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Fire the policemen and get some real men on the force. read the article. its gone viral. now the whole city of Palatka looks like a bunch of ignorant redneck assholes. Is it true? then they wont get...
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Fire the policemen and get some real men on the force. read the article. its gone viral. now the whole city of Palatka looks like a bunch of ignorant redneck assholes. Is it true? then they wont get anything for allowing those dogs to suffer. How dare the city council allow this to go by. How dare the chief of police allow his officers to do this! Maybe you are a bunch of old fashioned , ignorant, racist assholes. and I add the word racist because this would have happened years ago during the sixties in the south.
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Jul 13, 2015 by
Brenda Berch (5 points)
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Fire the policemen and get some real men on the force. read the article. its gone viral. now the whole city of Palatka looks like a bunch of ignorant redneck assholes. Is it true? then they wont get anything for allowing those dogs to suffer. How dare the city council allow this to go by. How dare the chief of police allow his officers to do this! Maybe you are a bunch of old fashioned , ignorant, racist assholes. and I add the word racist because this would have happened years ago during the sixties in the south.
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I challenge the mayor to walk down husson ave starting at edgemoor n go towards silver lake dr . and to tell me how proud the city street looks. It disgusting. Tires in the street trash boxes food...
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I challenge the mayor to walk down husson ave starting at edgemoor n go towards silver lake dr . and to tell me how proud the city street looks. It disgusting. Tires in the street trash boxes food bags n u name it. Its in our streets in front on my house. They used to sweep the streets here every so often. Ive lived here since 1991 . its the worst ive ever seen . its trashy n nasty . please please come look at our streets it so bad.
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Oct 6, 2015 by
Shirl Tilton (5 points)
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I challenge the mayor to walk down husson ave starting at edgemoor n go towards silver lake dr . and to tell me how proud the city street looks. It disgusting. Tires in the street trash boxes food bags n u name it. Its in our streets in front on my house. They used to sweep the streets here every so often. Ive lived here since 1991 . its the worst ive ever seen . its trashy n nasty . please please come look at our streets it so bad.
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I believe if the Palatka Police Department took a slighty more aggressive approach toward safer driving ie: Speeding, equipment deficiencies, road rage, etc. the City of Palatka could benefit greatly...
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I believe if the Palatka Police Department took a slighty more aggressive approach toward safer driving ie: Speeding, equipment deficiencies, road rage, etc. the City of Palatka could benefit greatly from the sudden influx of income that comes from traffic infraction enforcement.
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Oct 5, 2017 by
Dustin Humphrey (43 points)
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I believe if the Palatka Police Department took a slighty more aggressive approach toward safer driving ie: Speeding, equipment deficiencies, road rage, etc. the City of Palatka could benefit greatly from the sudden influx of income that comes from traffic infraction enforcement.
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A response from a city representative about these initiatives would be great! Ive noticed there are topics that are 4 years old on the community voice yet no response from ANYBODY. Come on Pakatka, do...
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A response from a city representative about these initiatives would be great! Ive noticed there are topics that are 4 years old on the community voice yet no response from ANYBODY. Come on Pakatka, do better, be better and lead by example!!!
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Oct 23, 2017 by
Dustin Humphrey (43 points)
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A response from a city representative about these initiatives would be great! Ive noticed there are topics that are 4 years old on the community voice yet no response from ANYBODY. Come on Pakatka, do better, be better and lead by example!!!
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I Was Wondering If Anyone Would Be Interested In Getting Together, To Clean Up Oak Hill East Cemetery? No Machinery Is To Be Used, Only Trash And Leaf Pick Up. This Is Something Important To Me. I...
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I Was Wondering If Anyone Would Be Interested In Getting Together, To Clean Up Oak Hill East Cemetery? No Machinery Is To Be Used, Only Trash And Leaf Pick Up. This Is Something Important To Me. I will Give Details If Anyone Wants To Message Me. TY :)
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Apr 5, 2018 by
Heather Haines (7 points)
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I Was Wondering If Anyone Would Be Interested In Getting Together, To Clean Up Oak Hill East Cemetery? No Machinery Is To Be Used, Only Trash And Leaf Pick Up. This Is Something Important To Me. I will Give Details If Anyone Wants To Message Me. TY :)
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I spoke to my dad the other day. He lives in Fla. He told me it was 104 degrees...HOT!! Then I have to read about dogs kept outside in a box. That has to be dangerous. Think about it - if you had to...
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I spoke to my dad the other day. He lives in Fla. He told me it was 104 degrees...HOT!! Then I have to read about dogs kept outside in a box. That has to be dangerous. Think about it - if you had to be outside all day...in the July heat...in a box....wearing a fur coat. Could you do it? Then have someone come over that could do something about it --- but doesn't. Those poor dogs. Let down by their owners and then by the ones that could have done something. I am sick to my stomach. I am very upset. It's to late now - the dogs have been moved....where? Are they still alive? I know - not your problem. Looks like kids live in this house. I wonder/worry about them just by the looks of the yard about the dog's "house". Anyone bother to check on them? This did go viral as you probably know....so shame on you! Shame on your department. People today w/ social media are not going to let things slide by. People will call you out and push for better action. It is only going to get worse.
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Jul 14, 2015 by
Linda Feltner (5 points)
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I spoke to my dad the other day. He lives in Fla. He told me it was 104 degrees...HOT!! Then I have to read about dogs kept outside in a box. That has to be dangerous. Think about it - if you had to be outside all day...in the July heat...in a box....wearing a fur coat. Could you do it? Then have someone come over that could do something about it --- but doesn't. Those poor dogs. Let down by their owners and then by the ones that could have done something. I am sick to my stomach. I am very upset. It's to late now - the dogs have been moved....where? Are they still alive? I know - not your problem. Looks like kids live in this house. I wonder/worry about them just by the looks of the yard about the dog's "house". Anyone bother to check on them? This did go viral as you probably know....so shame on you! Shame on your department. People today w/ social media are not going to let things slide by. People will call you out and push for better action. It is only going to get worse.
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The city should invest in a new clamshell truck. It seems like every time I call for a pick-up, the truck is down. This would benefit all city residents.
Oct 5, 2015 by
Kevin Tracey (5 points)
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The city should invest in a new clamshell truck. It seems like every time I call for a pick-up, the truck is down. This would benefit all city residents.
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To Implement an advocacy program for resident's who reside in public/low income housing. To protect them from unfair/illegal practices bestowed upon them by management companies and landlords.
Jul 18, 2016 by
Lolo (5 points)
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To Implement an advocacy program for resident's who reside in public/low income housing. To protect them from unfair/illegal practices bestowed upon them by management companies and landlords.
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My idea is that my government step in and make them take me to my medical appointments...Ride Solution IS my medical transportation and if they accept Medicare and Medicaid they are government funded...
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My idea is that my government step in and make them take me to my medical appointments...Ride Solution IS my medical transportation and if they accept Medicare and Medicaid they are government funded and need to honor their commitments ...Myy government should step in and get too the bottom of this!
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Feb 11, 2019 by
Karen Tidwell (5 points)
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My idea is that my government step in and make them take me to my medical appointments...Ride Solution IS my medical transportation and if they accept Medicare and Medicaid they are government funded and need to honor their commitments ...Myy government should step in and get too the bottom of this!
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I live on Carole Road in Palatka. This is a straight road and almost every day 90% of the vehicles that travel this road are driving 15 to 20 miles above the speed limit.
We have requested officer...
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I live on Carole Road in Palatka. This is a straight road and almost every day 90% of the vehicles that travel this road are driving 15 to 20 miles above the speed limit.
We have requested officer to come ticket the violators and that does not seem to work.
There are many children that on this road. That play on a constant in their front yards.
To better this neighborhood, I am suggesting the county install speed bumps and warning signs to slow traffic before some ones child gets hurt.
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Sep 8, 2017 by
Butler (15 points)
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I live on Carole Road in Palatka. This is a straight road and almost every day 90% of the vehicles that travel this road are driving 15 to 20 miles above the speed limit.
We have requested officer to come ticket the violators and that does not seem to work.
There are many children that on this road. That play on a constant in their front yards.
To better this neighborhood, I am suggesting the county install speed bumps and warning signs to slow traffic before some ones child gets hurt.
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I recently moved to Putnam and am disappointed to learn that we don't have a recycle program & garbage collection is only once a week. Please consider either putting a program in place to recycle or...
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I recently moved to Putnam and am disappointed to learn that we don't have a recycle program & garbage collection is only once a week. Please consider either putting a program in place to recycle or amend the contract with whoever picks up solid waste to force them to collect solid waste twice a week. Keeping garbage for a week is NASTY and a health concern.
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Feb 23, 2017 by
Melissa C (5 points)
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I recently moved to Putnam and am disappointed to learn that we don't have a recycle program & garbage collection is only once a week. Please consider either putting a program in place to recycle or amend the contract with whoever picks up solid waste to force them to collect solid waste twice a week. Keeping garbage for a week is NASTY and a health concern.
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I would just love to see these giant potholes filled.. The 4 way intersection where husson Ave and Edgemoore meet is awful and Belmont/Mimosa Dr have another big one. All hazards and not healthy for...
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I would just love to see these giant potholes filled.. The 4 way intersection where husson Ave and Edgemoore meet is awful and Belmont/Mimosa Dr have another big one. All hazards and not healthy for anyone’s vehicle.
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May 1, 2018 by
Nunya (5 points)
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I would just love to see these giant potholes filled.. The 4 way intersection where husson Ave and Edgemoore meet is awful and Belmont/Mimosa Dr have another big one. All hazards and not healthy for anyone’s vehicle.
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I purchased a mobile home and land on 5/3/2018 and have not been able to move in due to heavy rains, flooding and the fact that a neighbor Mr. Price has violated his land boundaries by placing a...
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I purchased a mobile home and land on 5/3/2018 and have not been able to move in due to heavy rains, flooding and the fact that a neighbor Mr. Price has violated his land boundaries by placing a gate, fence and an 8 ft. trench across 8th Ave. This also impedes me from getting to my mailbox, any emergency services from being able to locate and assit me or my family. I have spoken to an attorney Mr.William Whelan of Bogin, Munns & Munns. This against the law to block off the right of way to my home. I do not want to file suit against all that is involved in preventing me access to my home. I would appreciate your prompt attention to this matter.
Thank you
Jill Williams (407)431-3611 email : survivorj@aol.com
108 NW 8th Ave Palatka,32177
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Jul 31, 2018 by
Jill Williams (5 points)
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I purchased a mobile home and land on 5/3/2018 and have not been able to move in due to heavy rains, flooding and the fact that a neighbor Mr. Price has violated his land boundaries by placing a gate, fence and an 8 ft. trench across 8th Ave. This also impedes me from getting to my mailbox, any emergency services from being able to locate and assit me or my family. I have spoken to an attorney Mr.William Whelan of Bogin, Munns & Munns. This against the law to block off the right of way to my home. I do not want to file suit against all that is involved in preventing me access to my home. I would appreciate your prompt attention to this matter.
Thank you
Jill Williams (407)431-3611 email : survivorj@aol.com
108 NW 8th Ave Palatka,32177
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Pine Cone Trail is a death trap right now. Has not Rain for several mornings and the pot holes are bigger than ever. I live with an elderly mother, and she has a heart problem. If she was to have a...
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Pine Cone Trail is a death trap right now. Has not Rain for several mornings and the pot holes are bigger than ever. I live with an elderly mother, and she has a heart problem. If she was to have a heart attack or any of the children have an emergency, emergency vehicles need to be able to pass through.
Right now not even the mail can be delivered! Please help. Frustrated citizen.
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Sep 9, 2015 by
Amanda Clarke (5 points)
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Pine Cone Trail is a death trap right now. Has not Rain for several mornings and the pot holes are bigger than ever. I live with an elderly mother, and she has a heart problem. If she was to have a heart attack or any of the children have an emergency, emergency vehicles need to be able to pass through.
Right now not even the mail can be delivered! Please help. Frustrated citizen.
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Hello. Nice to meet you. I have noticed garbage in many places in parts of Palatka. People even litter in their own neighborhoods. Just saw a person throw a huge cup outside their car window without...
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Hello. Nice to meet you. I have noticed garbage in many places in parts of Palatka. People even litter in their own neighborhoods. Just saw a person throw a huge cup outside their car window without even a second thought. Is there anything being done to try to fix this problem (if it can be)? Also, I know there are houses in the historic district that can qualify for money to be fixed up in a way, but what about some of these houses that are falling apart in other areas (and probably should be condemned)? Is there nothing that can be offered to help people who are willing and able to fix their homes? Just thinking out loud. Thank you for your time, website.
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Sep 10, 2019 by
Tom Johnson (5 points)
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Hello. Nice to meet you. I have noticed garbage in many places in parts of Palatka. People even litter in their own neighborhoods. Just saw a person throw a huge cup outside their car window without even a second thought. Is there anything being done to try to fix this problem (if it can be)? Also, I know there are houses in the historic district that can qualify for money to be fixed up in a way, but what about some of these houses that are falling apart in other areas (and probably should be condemned)? Is there nothing that can be offered to help people who are willing and able to fix their homes? Just thinking out loud. Thank you for your time, website.
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Some of depend on being able to pay our bills by your website. Please have someone correct the certificate issue!
Dec 4, 2015 by
Les Crone (0 points)
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Some of depend on being able to pay our bills by your website. Please have someone correct the certificate issue!
