Seminole Heights Foundation, Inc.
2009-03-14 00:21:00 Seminole Heights Foundation, Inc. We would like to introduce you to the Seminole Heights Foundation. Seminole Heights is a central Tampa neighborhood known for its tree-lined streets, historic bungalow style homes and resurgent commercial corridors. The Seminole Heights Foundation has been formed to assist with revitalization and redevelopment of this vibrant and diverse area while striving to protect and preserve the unique character that this area is known for. The Foundation will work with individuals, business owners, associations, developers, and government entities to locate funding sources for and promote initiatives that will increase the quality of life for neighborhood residents, improve commerce for area businesses and identify Seminole Heights as a premier location in the city. We invite you to share your ideas on taking the first steps. Please email us atinfo@seminoleheightsfoundatio-n.org. We look forward to hearing from you! For further information, contact the Seminol...
Seminole Heights new all inclusive chruch
2008-12-08 11:29:00 Breath of Life Fellowship Community Church is happy to announce our new location at 7901 N. Nebraska Av. - Tampa, FL 33604. We are on the south side of the Hillsborough River. Pastor J. Ricc Rollins, II is an award-winning talk show host, motivational speaker, lecturer, life coach, actor and proud father of two. A native of Tampa, FL. Ricc graduated from C. Leon King High School and matriculated at Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia, where he majored in business with a minor in marketing and merchandising. He is the only child of Allie McEady Rollins and the late Jessie Rollins, Sr.Pastor Rollins has been preaching since the age of twelve and has been sharing the Word of God every since. Currently, he is the Senior Pastor and founder of Breath of Life Fellowship Community Church; a biblically based, Christ-centered, intentionally inclusive, radically receptive and non-denominational ministry. His vision is to facilitate fellowship and nurturing for the un-churched and those seeki...
Greater Seminole Heights Vision Plan--Oct 29th
2008-10-27 16:38:00 This is the product from the "form based zoning" discussions to revitalize the commercial corridors in Seminole Heights (all of Seminole Heights: southeast, south, and old). It is important for neighbors to turnout. It is important for the leaders of ALL three neighborhood groups to be there. If our leaders aren't there and neighbors also don't show up we have no voice in the city's decision making. ****Please join us for a Stakeholder Review and Open House which is scheduled for Wednesday, October 29, 2008, 6:30 - 8:30pm (presentation at 7:30pm) at City Hall, 315 East Kennedy Boulevard, to review the draft Vision Plan and provide input on the Vision Planning exercises for this project. City staff will be presenting findings and documenting public comments.For additional information regarding the Greater Seminole Heights Form-Based Code project, you can visit our web site at: www.tampagov.net/ldc or contact us at (813) 274-8405.Thanks,Samantha FengerUrban Planner IILand Developme...
The Urban Puzzle
2008-10-13 05:10:00 (Illustration/Christophe Vorlet Graphic) The above graphic accompanied an interesting article in the Boston Globe regarding neighborhoods and gentrification. Click on the image to link to the article. I think it is relevant to so many of the issues that face our urban core neighborhoods. In reading it you can hear some of the same challenges we face in Seminole Heights. Commercial redevelopment. Blight and renovation. Economic stratification and who was here first. Preserving what first attracted us to the area yet trying to move forward without changing that character. Bridging the diversity that too often seems to be a bridge to no where. The generational divides between those who have lived here for decades and are not so sure what to make of change. Throw into the mix that the bursting of the real estate bubble seems to have taken us backward rather than forward. Those that thought we had moved past the urban pioneer stage may find this set back more than they bargai...
Publix robbed
2008-09-27 01:03:00 Police are searching for two armed men who robbed a Publix supermarket late Thursday night.According to the Tampa Tribune the suspects entered the store through a rear loading door at 10:20 p.m. The men ordered employees to get on the ground and forced the store's assistant manager and cashier to hand over money from the safe according to Lt. William Ferguson of the Tampa Police Department.In an update e-mail about the robbery to Christie Hess, OSHNA Crime Awareness committee:Major Bennett asked that I send you an email, for you to disperse among your Seminole Heights email tree as far as it can go. Major Bennett wanted to assure the residents of Seminole Heights that every available lead is being followed, and the TPD Robbery Squad is working diligently to locate the suspects. I'm including their descriptions in this email. Major Bennett personally went to the scene and met with management this morning - as he considers our "Publix" one of the sacred spots in the Seminole hei...
Bungalow Bistro Offers OSHNA Forum
2008-09-24 19:02:00 The owners of Bungalow Bistro have very graciously offered to host a candidate forum for the upcoming Old Seminole Heights (OSHNA) board elections. The following letter was sent only to the current board since the Graham's did not have e-mail contact for all of the candidates and has since been circulated to all of the candidates. The date and time have not been determined.My understanding is that there would be an effort to have a moderator not connected to OSHNA to maintain neutrality.Personally, I think it is great that a business owner is taking such positive interest in the residential community. It looks like a win-win both for their business and our neighborhood. The Graham's had moved from the neighborhood but still own and operate two businesses in Seminole Heights. Both are attractive additions to our commercial district.Thank you Elizabeth and Michael for your continued interest in residential areas of our community.
TPD to meet with Seminole Heights Residents
2008-09-24 02:57:00 IMPORTANT MEETING with Tampa Police Department and the residents of greater Seminole Heights!DATE: SEPTEMBER 29, 2008TIME: 6:30 PMPLACE: TPD DISTRICT III @ 3808 North 22nd Street ~ Tampa, FLSUBJECT:PROSTITUTION, DRUGS AND CRIME IN GREATER SEMINOLE HEIGHTS,PARTICULARLY, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE NEBRASKA AVENUE CORRIDOR.WHO: ANY INTERESTED SH RESIDENT OR BUSINESS OWNER. BRING YOURINFORMATION, YOUR QUESTIONS AND ISSUES AND YOUR WILLINGNESS TO WORK TOGETHERTO MAKE CHANGES.If you have had issues and have been vocal in your concerns, then it is important for you to attend this meeting.a repost from Hampton Terrace.org post by Greg Barnhill
Giddens Park in the Big Picture
2008-09-14 22:34:00 Long long time ago...kind of reminds me of a certain Don McClean song. The City of Tampa launched the Greenprinting Initiative. A partnership of the city, the Mayor's Beautification Program and the F.E. Lykes Foundation to target 10 city parks for upgrades at the rate of 1 per year. The project was to be seeded with funds from the foundation which offered $75,000 for each park. The first up was supposed to be Southeast Seminole Heights' Giddens Park. As the program draws to the end. The first hasn't been finished. The second in Tampa Heights was to center on Lake Robles and Robles Park but it is still in the design stage. Third is Curtis Hixon Park, a downtown Riverfront park. Now the city of Tampa has likely spent over the last 20 years more money on that piece of land than all the other urban core parks combined. And the plans of Mayor Iorio will make it so if it isn't already."It's functional," Debra Evenson, the beautification program's executive director, said of the foun...
A correction
2008-08-30 18:05:00 In my July posting on the Hampton Terrace debate, I took issue with the the Creative Loafing article about the HTPRO spokespeople residing in the neighborhood (see the link).This morning at Starbucks Gail confront me and challenged my assertions and challenged me to make a retraction. I will gladly accept that challenge, if what I post is shown to be inaccurate I have no problem retracting anything. So I again went looking in regard to the property owned by Gail Davis.For whatever reason the property appraiser's site does not pull it up under her name but when I search Mohawk I did find the homestead under her and her husband's name.Gail consider this my retraction.
"His heart, home are in Seminole Heights"
2008-08-21 15:34:00 There is a great article in the St. Pete Times about Greg Barnhill."Seeing Greg Barnhill, professional looking in khakis and a button-down dress shirt, it's hard to imagine him as a country boy on a farm outside West Union, Ohio. That's exactly what Barnhill was, though, and he still has great regard for the small-town way of life. It's evident in his passion for the older homes and sense of community in Seminole Heights, where he helped organize the neighborhood's first home tour and has been integral in restoring its garden center building." (more)
Save the Whaleys (for Seminole Heights)
2008-08-11 15:01:00 The Official Unoffical Seminole Heights blog has a campaign for Whaleys to come to Seminole Heights, which New Heights Magazine fully supports: http://seminoleheights.blog.com-/3496517/#cmtsIn our search we realized that Whaley's has let go of their web domain (www.whaleysmarket.com). We have purchased it to save it from competitors' clutches and will give it to them free when they reopen (anywhere), BUT will include a FREE website AND FREE advertising if they move their location to Seminole Heights.We are still in search of a phone number for Todd Whaley, but have written him suggesting several locations in Seminole Heights, including Sem-Hi Center and the Van Gogh signs location currently up for sale. There is also a great "grocery store-looking" location across from Bali Bay that's for lease (although it's bigger than what they are probably looking for).Please help spread the word to Whaleys that they'll have a lifelong partner with Seminole Heights residents and New Heights ...
Southeast Seminole Heights Kiosk
2008-08-10 19:39:00 From the SESH email list: " For those of you who have not seen it.........check out the fabulous KIOSK built by Glenn Cable and Buddy Williams (so how could it be anything but fab!) It is not finished as it rains every day but you can see what it looks like........ ....right now it is holding a banner for NNO, but it is meant to hold a glass front message board which will be installed as soon as it's back ordered self comes in! Note on the back of the KIOSK is a place to pick up a newsletter and to drop a flyer you want to have considered for posting on the message board!"
Vote for Seminole Heights
2008-08-08 17:29:00 From Rich on the SESH email list:Dear Seminole Heights Neighbors, Just wanted to remind you about the Creative Loafing Best of the Bay Voting. Below is a link: posting.tampa. creativeloafing. com/gbase/ BestOf/BestOf You have a limited time to vote by August 13th , so please do not delay. Here are some of my suggestions: 1. Best Local TV Newsperson: Brendan McLaughlin ? Let?s not forget that he has done so much in promoting our neighborhood and getting our voices heard. Besides, he is the best. 2. Best Theatre Troupe: Stageworks ? Stageworks is not only a wonderful theatre troupe, they also do community outreach programs for underprivileged teens and children. Season tickets on sale now for $103 for 5 shows?call me for tickets. 3. Best Kept Secret: Stageworks Rainbow Tribe Outreach Program for Kids at Risk 4. Best Local Politician: Rose Ferlita ? Let?s not forget how she got us a 4-Way stop at Chelsea and 12th when no one else ...
Seminole Heights to get New Library
2008-07-30 15:14:00 According to the Trib:""I'm very happy to tell you that in our capital fund budget, we have marked $7.3 million to replace the current library," he said.While the county commission's 2009 budget must survive two more public hearings in September before it is fully approved, he said he didn't expect anything to change. "We've worked really hard on this," he said, adding that it is possible to be building by late 2011 or early 2012 if the budgeted funds are approved.
Digging Up Seminole Heights
2008-07-16 03:15:00 12th Street will be dug up to replace the wastewater pipe.City Begins Replacing 12th Street Wastewater Pipeline July 11, 2008 - Crews have begun video surveying and mobilizing construction equipment for a new wastewater pipeline that will improve service and reliability for Tampa customers. The new five-mile pipeline will replace the aging 12th Street wastewater pipeline and carry about one-fourth of the City?s wastewater from the Sulphur Springs Pumping Station to the 26th Street interceptor sewer.The original 12th Street wastewater pipeline was placed in service in 1980. This pipeline has failed twice since 2004, causing highly disruptive and expensive repairs. Replacing the pipeline will help ensure reliable wastewater service for Tampa.Construction for the new 12th Street Wastewater Force Main will start in mid-August and is scheduled to be completed in July 2009. To minimize public impact and expedite construction, multiple crews will work simultaneously ...
Bring Serge Storms to Seminole Heights
2008-07-14 01:41:00 One of my favorite series of books is the ones written by Tampa author, Tim Dorsey, which features this great whacky lovable serial killer, Serge Storms. Serge loves Florida history and Florida kitsch. "All aspects of the history of Florida, whether political, ecological, or sociological, are of intense interest to Serge. He is often seized with a sudden urge to visit landmarks, although their significance is frequently personal or related to popular culture, (from the Wikipedia entry) In the novels he travels all over Florida undergoing these interesting adventures. The last book, Atomic Lobster, which I just finished reading, had a big focus on Davis Islands.It be cool to have Serge Storms visit Seminole Heights in a big way. But why would he do so? What history would he want to see and what activities would he encounter?Hillsborough High School - the oldest high school in Hillsborough County and one of the oldest in the SouthNicko's Diner - the booth where Elvis ate whe...
Will Seminole Heights Starbucks Close?
2008-07-02 03:00:00 Will the Seminole Heights Starbucks close? News is out that Starbucks will close 600 stores nationwide."Seventy percent of the stores to be shut are less than three years old, the company said." . . . . "Most of the 600 stores to be closed were opened in late 2005 and 2006". . . . "During that time, more than 50 percent of the new stores had drive-through service". . . ."Florida and California are among the largest states affected" . . . ."estimated the stores were taking 25 percent to 30 percent of sales from nearby locations".The Seminole Heights store fits the profile. However I wonder if its proximity to I-275 (drivers gonmg to work and easy visibility) and heavy neighborhood use will keep it open? Will there need to be a letter writing/email campaign to save the Starbucks?
Outdoor cats in Seminole Heights
2008-07-01 02:40:00 From an email:My name is Megan, and I have lived in South Seminole Heights for about a year and a half. As I walk or drive around this area and other parts of Seminole Heights, I notice a large number of cats roaming yards and streets. Many of them seem to be friendly, healthy and content with being outside, and are not bothering anything. The concern I have is making sure these cats are spayed or neutered. If they are roaming the neighborhood and are not fixed, there is a very good chance they are reproducing and having babies that are often unwanted.Spay/neuter has many benefits for animals, owners and the community:Good for your pet:- Helps dogs and cats live longer, healthier lives (spayed or neutered pets live an average of 2 - 3 years longer than those who are not)- Eliminates or reduces the risk of a number of health problems that are difficult or expensive to treat, including several different kinds of cancerGood for you:- Makes pets less aggressive, more affectionate compan...
South Seminole Heights photo contest!
2008-06-11 20:22:00 From an email:Neighborhood Photo Contest Deadline Extended! It's not too late to enter the South Seminole Heights photo contest! Send us photos that exemplify our neighborhood and the things that make it special ? such as the river, our park, our charming bungalows, people walking their dogs, etc. Winners will be featured on the SSHCA website and maybe even in a South Seminole Heights 2009 Calendar! Scenics, action shots (of neighbors working on home improvement, for example), gardens, close-ups, portraits of area businesses ? all are fair game. Think of the things that make our neighborhood unique, and click away! You must be a neighborhood resident to participate. All ages are welcome and each contributor may submit up to 3 digital photos. All images must be color, digital files of 1 MB in size or less. However, if selected, you will need to have high-resolution versions of the images available for printing in our newsletter or in a calendar. If you?re not sure what this means, ...
Problems with Noise in Seminole Heights?
2008-05-20 21:23:00 I am working on a story about the city and county's noise ordinances, looking at what agencies enforce what, who to call when you have a noisy neighbor, whether commercial or residential. I'd like to talk to some people who have had problems with noise. It would even be better if they had to call police or some other agency so they could describe their experiences. Thanks Mike Salinero County
Alessi Clears Property In Seminole Heights
2008-05-17 14:37:00 By KATHY STEELEThe Tampa TribuneSEMINOLE HEIGHTS - A boarded-up store at Nebraska and Louisiana avenues came tumbling down in about three hours Tuesday.But the plot of dirt isn't being developed right away."The building was unsafe," said owner and restaurateur Phil Alessi Jr. "A car hit it about six months ago."Property records show the building, which Alessi sometimes used for storage, was built in 1928.Alessi said he is exploring possible development projects at the site but has no immediate plans."It's just something in discussion," he said.In 2006, Alessi listed the property for sale at about $1.2 million. The real estate includes three parcels stretching along Nebraska between Louisiana and New Orleans Avenue.Initial discussions focused on a range of developments including shops, a restaurant and apartments.The Alessi family owns Alessi's Bakery in West Tampa, and Alessi Jr. and his father opened Alessi Woodstone Oven on North Dale Mabry Highway in 2006.
Seminole Heights Crime Watch Alert
2008-05-17 00:27:00 The crime rate in our area is continuing to climb. Everyone needs to do their part to bring the crime rate back down. The immediate cause is due to random ‘kick-in burglaries’ that are occurring during daylight hours. These thieves target homes regardless of an alarm system. The alarm system only minimizes the amount of property stolen. The police believe that the thieves are scouting for homes
Sherry's Yesterdaze in Seminole Heights Will Have Tickets to the Obama Rall
2008-05-17 00:17:00 For free tickets to the 21 May 2008 Barack Obama rally at the St. Pete Times Forum: Sherry's Yesterdaze 5207 N Florida Ave Tampa, FL 33603 Sat 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sun 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. More info: http://yesterdazevintage.com/
Employee Stabbed at Seminole Heights Family Dollar
2008-05-15 05:21:00 On 13 May a woman by the name of Sonya Wyatt was caught shoplifting by an employing at the Family Dollar on Nebraska Ave. Wyatt cut the employee's ear and stabbed her in the back. Sonya Wyatt was at the scene when the police arrived and is now being held at the Orient Road Jail. She has been charged with attempted felony murder, robbery with a weapon, carrying a concealed weapon, aggravated
Greater Seminole Heights Planning Area Tour
2008-05-06 03:27:00 Date: 05/09/08 Time: 9:00 am—12:00 pm Please join us for a tour of the Greater Seminole Heights Planning Area. We will be utilizing a City van, which will leave at 9:00 am prompt. If you are planning to attend the tour, please wear comfortable clothing and bring a clipboard with paper. The City van will hold 13 passengers. If our RSVP number exceeds the passenger capacity, we will provide you
Verizon requests to Pollute Seminole Heights
2008-04-22 13:02:00 The following comes from a reader. I saw what he's talking about too, but (to date) have been unable to learn anything more about it. Please chime in if you know more:-----------------------I wanted to get something out there on the blog. Has anyone seen the big yellow sign on the side of the Verizon building at the corner of Hillsborough and Florida Ave? I have tried to read it driving by and it says something about an application to build an ?air pollution source?. Sounds like something we should get some more details on.Charles HaynieTampa Street Market
Seminole Heights Documentary Sold Out!
2008-04-19 18:12:00 From the Times:Seminole Heights: An Intimate Look at the Early Years sold out. More than 100 people lingered on the sidewalk, without tickets.Suzanne Prieur, who spearheaded the project, came outside to tell the crowd there would be no second showing that night. No way she or resident filmmakers Gene and Krissy Howes could've anticipated the interest in Seminole Heights history."Stunned is how I'm feeling," she said. "Completely stunned."and"Among those who didn't get in was 84-year-old Anne Ramsey, who lived in the neighborhood in the 1930s."That's my grandma! So how was it? Any reviews? Opinions? Thoughtful critiques?
Seminole Heights Documentay is a Hit
2008-04-18 11:35:00 Last night the Seminole Heights documentary was shown to an audience of over 1,400 people. Unfortunately the showing at the Tampa Theatre was sold out and many who came from across Florida were turned away. Efforts were made to accommodate a second showing but it was not possible. The film was a wonderful story of life during Seminole Heights' formative years. The film rekindled memories and
Tommy in Old Seminole Heights, One Year Later
2008-04-16 13:13:00 The blog has survived it's first year. I started writing on 15 April last year, the same day I committed to buying a home in Seminole Heights (first post). That's right, I haven't even lived in the neighborhood for a year. Surprisingly I've published over 480 posts and more than 12,000 different IP addresses have visited the blog. Thanks to everyone that continues to read my musings and updates.
Seminole Heights Publix Update
2008-04-15 03:01:00 The following was posted at the request of Chuck, the Publix manager and a Seminole Heights neighbor, to share news about our neighborhood Publix.Just wanted to drop a Publix note letting you know that this March we began our fourteenth year with the new store. We had forty years with the old store, so fifty five years of Publix in Seminole Heights!I am very honored to be your neighborhood manager and continue to strive to make you proud of our little store.Some updates of things that have recently happened and are coming up:1) The big yellow generator outside is large enough to run the entire store in the event of an emergency(hurricanes!). This will be very helpful to everyone if TECO has a major outage, plus good for Publix. We threw away $65 million in Groceries when the storms hit a few years back. This should be a win/win for everyone.2) The locking wheel carts are helping make sure you always have a cart available when you come shopping, plus they don't end up in your yard. ...
Seminole Heights in New Heights Magazine
2008-03-28 13:29:00 Main story from the most recent issue: Moving Pictures: Making History on FilmTampa?s history goes largely unrecognized by many of the city?s tourists and newer residents. With the exception of a few hard-to-miss standouts, like the silver-capped, former Tampa Bay Hotel (circa 1891), ?progress? has erased much of Tampa?s early years from sight. But those years have not been erased from memory, as one local filmmaker has discovered ... Read MoreAlso: News & Rumors & Scene in the UCAnd much, much more: www.NewHeightsMag.com
Old Seminole Heights Neighborhood Association - 10th Annual Neighborhood Ho
2008-03-12 03:41:00 Old Seminole Heights Neighborhood Association10th Annual Neighborhood Home TourSunday, April 6th, 2008 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.Seminole Garden Center5810 Central AvenueFor information call: (813) - 310-5705
Seminole Heights Form Based Codes Planning
2008-03-08 16:51:00 If you live any where in Seminole Heights you recieved an invitation to the Demonstration Project in Community Planning through Form Based Codes for the Greater Seminole Heights Planning Area (aka the Charrette Open House). The city needs everyone's input on developing the future of our commercial corridors and residential areas. What: Charrette Open House When: April 21-24 Between 5:30 and
Channel 10 covers Seminole Heights
2008-03-02 19:38:00 Video Link: http://www.tampabays10.com/vide-o/16x9/?aid=55634&sid=73344-By: Jennifer HoweTampa, Florida - The Tampa Heights neighborhood was established back in the 1880's and sits just north of downtown. It is experiencing a re-development now as the city's newest, oldest suburb.Gene Howes is a documentary filmmaker who has spent a lot of time walking these streets, photographing the unique architecture."I love this area,? said Howes. ?I love the diversity of it. I love the history of it, and so it's fantastic to be a part of what's going on."He's now contributing to a new magazine dedicated to the people of Tampa, Seminole and Riverside Heights.We met the editor of "New Heights Magazine? at the old Tampa Fire House #5. Jay McGee started the magazine after realizing how many stories could be told about the neighborhoods and what they've accomplished.Jay said, "What I could do was kind of act as a facilitator for all these neighborhoods by creating a magazine that talks abou...
The Urban Eater is Organizing a Seminole Heights Hot Sauce Festival
2008-02-27 23:31:00 "So who thinks a good ole fashioned Hot Sauce Festival sounds like a good idea? I Do! I Do! I'm scouring Seminole Heights for some volunteers. I've got the game plan, but I'll need some assistance. No, you won't need to quit your job in order to volunteer, but I do need some committed (preferably not in a hospital) Seminole Heights folks to put this festival together." Click here for more info
Seminole Heights Hot Sauce Festival
2008-02-27 19:49:00 Ha! I did it! I broke into my Hubby's Blogger account! (insert evil laughter)So who thinks a good ole fashioned Hot Sauce Festival sounds like a good idea? I Do! I Do! I'm scouring Seminole Heights for some volunteers. I've got the game plan, but I'll need some assistance. No, you won't need to quit your job in order to volunteer, but I do need some committed (preferably not in a hospital) Seminole Heights folks to put this festival together. Here's the 411:People enter their winning hot sauces into 3 categories: Red, Green, & Speciality (think Peach). There is a panel of guest judges that will do a blind tasting. There is a big tent where festival goers can taste all of the yummy hot sauce. There's a Chili Pepper Eating Contest, there is a Hot Sauce Puppy Pageant, there is a Hot Sauce band. Family fun for all. I'm hoping to do it at the Garden Center. Please email michelle@cooksncompany.com if you are interested in volunteering in any way shape or form!Thanks,The Urban Eater
Memorial Foundation Created in Honor of Seminole Heights Teenager
2008-02-27 05:49:00 Sam Santilli Memorial FoundationDear Friends,Tragically, our community lost a very special young man this summer. Sam Santilli was 16 years old and was going to begin his 3rd year at Hillsborough High School in August. Two ofSam’s favorite activities were soccer and the marching band. It was through these activities that Sam learned the importance of respect and teamwork, which he demonstrated
Business Guild of Seminole Heights Announcements
2008-02-25 01:07:00 "The winners of the 2007 Beautification awards were revealed at the General Meeting February 21, 2008, with the presentations being made by Councilwoman Mary Mulhern. The People's Choice Award, voted on by the membership and also by the Seminole Heights neighborhoods as well, was given to Tampa Financial Group, Brian Wade and John Corso, owners. The Judge's Choice, which was determined by a
Seminole Heights Bicycle Club
2008-01-15 00:02:00 During the next few weeks, I would like to gauge the level of interest in forming a Seminole Heights Bicycle Club.The goals would be to have scheduled rides on the streets in Seminole Heights; start bike rides from inside Seminole Heights of about 15-30 miles to other locations; to generally promote bicycling in Seminole Heights and Tampa; and to hold occasional bicycle events and festivals in Seminole Heights to enhance community spirit. A local Seminole Heights Bicycle Club would NOT duplicate any efforts of other bike clubs such as the Tampa Bay Freewheelers, which does a great job at sponsoring rides in the area. Seminole Heights resident Mike Limerick contacted me about the concept of a bicycle club, so we decided to put the word out on the street to see the extent to which people here in Seminole Heights would like to form a club. I have held several local bike rides in Seminole Heights and 15-30 people have participated in these local neighborhood bike rides. We have some of ...
Lost Baby Cat in Seminole Heights
2008-01-09 17:32:00 From an S.H. neighbor:I have recently lost a wonderful and loving cat. He escaped through my screen window on Christmas Eve night. His name is Baby because that's just what he is to my family. He's very loving and sweet and vocal...he calls me EL.I know that may sound funny, but if you've ever owned a vocal cat they call in their own sort of diction of cat language.He was born in my home almost two years ago. He was a sweet little thing and even though males are territorial he never wanted to fight with the other males. He has a few battle scars around the back of his neck due to his resistence to fight with other males.He would sit with me for hours rubbing his tummy and his chin. He is the most loving cat that I have ever owned in my life. When you lose a special animal I can't tell you of how you feel with frustration and hurt. They become part of the family and part of your life. I miss him terribly. It's so sad to think that Baby will not come back to his home.I am trying ...
City tests new zoning in Seminole Heights
2007-12-26 16:44:00 TAMPA -- Elizabeth Graham, incoming president of the Business Guild of Seminole Heights, recalled that when she decided to open Forever Beautiful, a day spa and salon at 5135 N. Florida Ave., "my vision was to have a cute, quaint business district where you are supported and loved by your community."So far, it's been a mixed bag.New businesses in the three neighborhoods that comprise Seminole Heights -- Old Seminole Heights, South Seminole Heights and Southeast Seminole Heights -- tend to be cherished by the residents. But onerous building regulations and speeding cars have made it difficult to develop the kind of business district Graham envisions.That might be changing as the city of Tampa tests out a new type of zoning, called form-based code, that relies on neighborhood input for decision making. Starting next year, the city will hold a series of meetings in Seminole Heights, asking, "What do you want your community to look like," said Cynthia Miller, director of growth managem...
Bike Riders Tour Seminole Heights
2007-09-24 15:12:00 Sounds like the event was a success. Congrats to you Alan and to all that participated.SEMINOLE HEIGHTS - About 30 residents ages 7 through 60-plus pedaled off Sept. 15 on a 5.2-mile jaunt through the neighborhood.Organized by resident Alan Snel, the bike ride was the first of what he hopes are many more to come. Snel, a former Tampa Tribune reporter, is coordinator for South West Florida Bicycle United Dealers, a group of retail bicycle stores.The slow-paced ride started on East Powhatan Avenue, with a route that included North 12th Street, Park Circle, Central Avenue and a victory lap around Lake Roberta. Participants showed up with required helmets and an array of bikes, from a tandem to mountain and road bikes.The rides are designed to highlight areas of Seminole Heights and promote bike riding in the Tampa Bay area. The next ride is set for 8:15 a.m. Oct. 13. Snel said he's considering an 8- to 10-mile ride, possibly heading west of Interstate 275.For information, go to www.al...
My Seminole Heights
2007-06-08 03:30:00 The Seminole Heights Blog will be transitioning to different blog software (Wordpress) and a better looks. The name will be changing to My Seminole Heights and will be found at www.myseminoleheights.info This the result of work by Tommy Duncan and the Sticks of Fire gang and is part of a new initiative by him.As part of this transition I am looking for more writers. Anyone who is currently a writer for the seminoleheights.blogspot blog will invited to join the new blog. But I am also looking for additional writers. Whether you have an existing blog or not, you are welcome to apply. I am looking for people who have something to say about living or life in Seminole Heights. Events. Activities. Commentary. Photos. Stories. Tell us about your remodeling of your house. Issues you deal with in your daily life here. Cool things you see. The pleasures you find. Email me at dbanghart@yahoo.com if you are interested. Something I also hope to do down the road is to put some ...
Seminole Heights Bike Ride
2007-05-24 13:41:00 Alan Snel is ogranizing "a local Seminole Heights bike ride of about 6 miles or so on Saturday morning starting at my house and ending at the garden center park on Central Avenue. It's not an official organized ride -- just a fun pedaling session, mostly for kids and newbie bike riders."For more details see:http://alansnel.com/blog/20-07/05/in-bicycles-we-trust-bike--ride-on.html
Seminole Heights Historic District-Tampa, Fl
2007-05-22 01:46:00 View this 1926 Bungalow for sale in Seminole Heights.If you are thinking of building a new home, purchasing a Bungalow, or want to make an addition to an existing home located in Seminole Heights you'll want to first determine if the property is in the boundaries of the Historic District.The map of the Seminole Heights Historic District shows the boundaries of the local and national districts and is used by the staff and the Architectural Review Commission ARC to help determine whether a structure is contributing or non-contributing. This determination is made using other information along with the map, such as the master site files. Do not use this map as the sole guide for determining the status of a structure.The ARC is responsible for reviewing development within a historic district. The purpose of the ARC is to insure that the integrity of the district is maintained. The ARC focuses on exterior work on a structure, but may review the interior in certain instances.Here's the m...
Seminole Heights Historic District-Tampa, Fl
2007-05-22 01:46:00 View this 1926 Bungalow for sale in Seminole Heights.If you are thinking of building a new home, purchasing a Bungalow, or want to make an addition to an existing home located in Seminole Heights you'll want to first determine if the property is in the boundaries of the Historic District.The map of the Seminole Heights Historic District shows the boundaries of the local and national districts and is used by the staff and the Architectural Review Commission ARC to help determine whether a structure is contributing or non-contributing. This determination is made using other information along with the map, such as the master site files. Do not use this map as the sole guide for determining the status of a structure.The ARC is responsible for reviewing development within a historic district. The purpose of the ARC is to insure that the integrity of the district is maintained. The ARC focuses on exterior work on a structure, but may review the interior in certain instances.Here's the m...
Business Guild of Seminole Heights MAY MIXER
2007-05-07 03:00:00 Business Guild of Seminole Heights MAY MIXER The BGoSH May Mixer will be held Wednesday night, May 9th, starting at 6:00 pm, and hosted by Amy and Charles of the Tampa Street Market: 4906 N. Florida Avenue Network and socialize with a diverse group of Seminole Heights professionals, business owners and residents in a friendly, fun, business-casual environment. ? Eat, drink and browse unique furniture, art and collectibles. ? Seminole Heights business owners, bring your business cards and brochures to network with people looking for you! ? Residents, come and learn more about the businesses right here in your neighborhood! ? Meet local artists featured this month: Jeff Jacoby & Josh Pearson ? Free raffle! Join us and you may be a winner!
Bigger Seminole Heights
2007-05-04 13:56:00 Seminole Heights is a bigger than life neighborhood. it's like one of the guys or gals in a room everyone talks about but that person always has something going on.This reputation also means Seminole Heights gets a larger footprint than it really has. Often times I will read a story that will indicate something occur in Seminole Heights or that Seminole Heights residents were involved in civic fight.For example: In the recent issue about the crematorium that wanted to move in to Florida Ave south of MLK Blvd, often times in news stories and blog article or comments people would say the facility would be located in Seminole Heights or that Seminole Heights people were fighting it. We were not. this faciity was located in Arlington Heights/Tampa Heights.Today in the times was another story described as being in Seminole Heights. It is a very touching story. Lessons in comfort - A student learns that for the dying, listening can be the best medicine."But when Robben pulled up to...
Carlton Skewers Seminole Heights
2007-04-25 13:54:00 Sue Carlton of Times wrote a column today that skewers Seminole Heights based on the Alex Zayas article.It's unfortunate that Carlton used as her source only the article and not the various blog articles and comments, so she would have had a more accurate picture of the issue.This is the neighborhood with the Taco Bus. We take pride in the Taco Bus.What we want is food. Good food. Good service. Good atmosphere. Okay, Actually we'd settle for adequate food, service and atmosphere. All in the same restaurant. We'd settle for adequate since a lot of times we get get poor. We'd like places wer ca nfeel comfortable. And we'd like some variety. If this neighborhood had an influx of English pubs serving bangers and mash, replacing most of the restaurants, we'd complain. Another thing is that Seminole Heights is a neighborhood of tensions, where there are many different things pulling different ways. It is a neighborhood in transitions. many transitions. Often a microcosm ... |
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