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SEBASTIANBRINGBEAUTYINDOORSRIVER AREAINSIDEUsing householdplants to spruce upthe home.Page A8Your Local News and Information Source www.HometownNewsOL.comFriday, March 22, 2013062267Vol. 10, No. 26Up & Working waterfront leasecoming decision delayed until AprilAnnual Easter egghunt taking placeMarch 23The City of Vero BeachRecreation Department willpresent its 54th annualEaster Egg Hunt March 23,beginning at 10 a.m., atMulligan’s Grille & Raw Barin Vero Beach for childrenup to age 9. Bring a basketand a donation of six emptyplastic eggs.For more information,call (772) 567-2144 or visitwww.covb.org.Blood drive onMarch 26The Knights Of Columbus at Holy Cross Churchwill sponsor an communityblood drive. The IndianRiver Bloodmobile will bestationed in the Holy CrossChurch parking lot alongRoute A1A at Iris Lane inVero Beach. For more information, call (772) 563-2636.By Jessica Tugglejtuggle@hometownnewsol.comSEBASTIAN — The SebastianCity Council has delayed a voteon the proposed new contract forthe working waterfront programwith a nonprofit organizationuntil April.Despite two hours of discussion on the city’s proposed newworking waterfront lease withFisherman’s Landing Sebastianduring the March 13 meeting,councilmembers could not reacha consensus about how to moveforward and delayed a decisionuntil the April 10 meeting.Several councilmembers saidgoing into the meeting they wereprepared to move forward withthe lease agreement in good faithwith Fisherman’s Landing Sebastian, a nonprofit cooperative, butcomments from the public ledthem to be more cautious.Several commercial fishermenattended the meeting and relayedto the council that they were confused about the perception thatthey were being asked what theywanted in a working waterfrontagreement.Some fishermen said they hadnever been asked what theywanted from representation ofFisherman’s Landing Sebastian,while others said they had casualconversations, butnothing concrete.CouncilwomanAndrea Coy wasDrawing isquite vocal in herMarch 28thdismay and displeasure to hearthat “the fishermen” said they had notbeen asked to be a part of the thenonprofit’s discussions about lease with representawhat would be acceptable in the tives of the nonprofit, but also toworking waterfront lease with the make certain that the fishermen,the ones whose livelihoodcity.“Good faith has gone out the depends on boat slip rentals atwindow,” Councilwoman Coy the working waterfront, has theirinput collected and represented.said.None of the fishermen thatThe council told city managerAl Minner to go over the details of See WATERFRONT, A2LAST CHANCEDETAILSINSIDEFellsmere challenge course open for public useFlorida Tech ROTC CadetMyron Krider spots hisfellow cadet on one of thechallenge courses on theFlorida Tech challengecourse in Fellsmere. Thecity of Fellsmere and theuniversity, along withfederal agencies, partneredto create the course thatwill be used by the generalpublic and the school’sROTC program.Free skate on EasterThe Skate Factory willhost free skate from 1 p.m.to 4 p.m. on March 31.If skates are needed, theymay be rented for 2. TheSkate Factory is located at485 27th Avenue Southwest,in Vero Beach. For moreinformation, call (772) 7943373.Dancing event tofeature two bandsThe Royal Palm PointeFountain will play backdrop to the 21st annual“Dancing Under the Stars”See UP, A5ENTERTAINMENTB1ALICE IN WONDERLANDIndian River Charter HighSchool’s performing artscenter goes down therabbit holejtuggle@hometownnewsol.comFELLSMERE — The skyscraping wooden towers inFellsmere visible from Interstate 95 can now be seen upclose and personal by members of the public.Approximately one yearafter breaking ground, theFloridaTechchallengecourse in Fellsmere is completed and being used by theuniversity’s Army ROTC students and soon will be usedby members of the generalpublic.“This is a fantastic venueand it seemed a perfect fit forthe vision of Fellsmere,” saidFellsmere Mayor SusanAdams.The approximately 18-acrecourse is a joint partnershipventure between the city ofFellsmere and Florida Institute of Technology in Melbourne and the school’sArmy ROTC program. Theproject is part of a long-range100-acre eco-tourism effortthe city planned.Designed to meet U.S.Army standards, the courseis physically challenging, butalso designed to promoteteam building and criticalthinking,saidCapt.Lawrence Lewis, assistantprofessor of military scienceand Florida Tech ROTCleader.With daunting elevatedropes courses, log climbs,alpine towers, cargo nets,vertical walls, sand traps, a300-foot zip line and more,both cadets and members ofthe public can test theirphysical strengths and mental skills with the challenges,Capt. Lewis said.The agreement betweenFellsmere and Florida TechROTC says the ROTC cadetshave first chance at thecourse five months out of theyear.“During the rest of thetime, Florida Tech will takecharge of organizing the various groups that wish to takepart in the challenge course,”he said. “Law enforcementwill have the opportunity touse the facility, as will churchgroups, corporations forretreats and team buildingactivities and adventurousoutdoor enthusiasts.”The various courses areavailable for rent for a minimum of four hours andprices are available online.Congressman Bill Poseywas present at the grandopening of the challengecourse on March 11, and saidthe project was a great exam-ple of the rare momentswhen federal and local government agencies and private institutions can worktogether to bring about along-lasting positive for thecommunity.“I love to see this linkbetween Brevard and IndianRiver County,” CongressmanPosey said.Fellsmere city councilmanFernando Herrera said thecoursewasextremelyimpressive, and he was excited for it to be a part of thefuture of Fellsmere.Cadet Myron Krider wasSee ROPES, A3B2GOLF COURSESExploringthebeautifulcourses ofGrandCypress.WEEKEND WEATHERFriday: Partly cloudy;high: 73; low: 59;high tide: 5:17 a.m.;low tide: 11:27 a.m.Saturday: Partlycloudy, chance ofstorms; high: 81; low:57; high tide: 6:11a.m.; low tide: 12:16 p.m.Sunday: Partly cloudy; high: 77; low: 50;high tide: 6:59 a.m.; low tide: 1:00 p.m.Weather courtesy of oscopesBy Jessica TuggleA7B6B5B1ObituariesOut & AboutPolice ReportViewpointB6B1A5A6Tom Corr named 2013Entrepreneur of Year“Under his leadership, theFor Hometown NewsNewsFP@hometownnewsol.com George E. Warren CorporaTREASURE COAST —Exemplifying the innovation, drive and persistenceof a successful entrepreneur, Thomas L. Corr Jr.was recognized with theDan K. Richardson Entrepreneur Program’s 2013Entrepreneur of the Year onMarch 12 at the IndianRiverStateCollegeRichardson Center at theMueller Campus in VeroBeach.“Tom Corr has demonstratedentrepreneurialvision and exceptionalbusiness acumen throughout his life,” said Dr. EdwinMassey, IRSC president.tion successfully navigatedthe significant challengesfacing the oil industry overthe past 26 years, becoming one of the largestimporters of fuel in theUnited States.”The award, which recognizes the entrepreneurialspirit and business andcommunity achievement,is a central element of theDan K. Richardson Entrepreneurshipprogramestablished by the IRSCfoundation and 13 otherfounding members to promoteawarenessandappreciation of the freeenterprise system.“Tom is also recognizedfor his generosity andstrong commitment tocommunity service, tirelessly supporting numerous charitable organizations and individuals inneed,” Mr. Massey said.“We are proud to honorTom Corr with the award.”Mr. Corr started anindustrial and commercialmaintenance business at17 years old, and employed35 people. He first becameinvolved in the petroleumbusiness as a distributioncoordinator for SouthernPetroleum in Houston,Texas. There, he learnedthe logistics necessary tomore petroleum productsSee ENTREPRENEUR, A2Photo courtesy of Robert LaneCarol and Tom Corr at the Dan K. Richardson Entrepreneur Program’s 2013 Entrepreneur of the Year Award onMarch 12 at the Richardson Center on IRSC Mueller Campus in Vero Beach. Mr. Corr was recognized as this year’srecipient of the award.IT’S YOUR LUCKY DAY TO SAVE!EASTER SERVICES, EVENTS, NEWS ANDMORE! INSIDE THIS WEEK’S EDITIONFor more online at www.HometownNewsOL.com052176GOLFStaff photo by Jessica Tuggle
A2 Sebastian River AreaCorrFrom page A1through the bulk distribution system. From there, hejoined the George E. WarrenCorporation in Boston, andin 1984 was promoted tovice president of trading,becoming a partner in thefirm.Mr. Corr then acquired acontrolling interest in thecompany, and became president and CEO in 1987.Under his leadership, theHometown Newscompany moved to VeroBeach in 1988, and adjustedto a myriad of geopoliticaland weather events thatimpacted the oil industry.Following the passage ofthe Clean Air Act in 1993,Mr. Corr changed directionof the company from a speculative to a blended industry, which resulted in thecompany becoming one ofthe nation’s largest fuelimporters, interacting willall major oil companies as asupplier of gasoline and distillates to new York Harbor,Friday, March 22, 2013the Gulf Coast and the middle United States.Under Mr. Corr’s guidance, the company also provides support to numerouscharitableorganizations,with emphasis on educationand support for militarytroops. Mr. Corr is a founding member of the IndianRiver Community Foundation and The LearningAlliance.Mr. Corr is married toCarol, father to Tom Corr IIIand Katie and is a proudgrandfather of two.John and Kathi Schumannat the Dan K. RichardsonEntrepreneur Program’s2013 Entrepreneur of theYear Award on March 12 atthe Richardson Center onIRSC Mueller Campus inVero Beach.Photo courtesy of Robert LaneThe Entrepreneurs of the Year, from 2000-13: Front, left: Bob Brackett, John Schumann,Tom Corr, Bud Adams and Sonny Williamson. Back, left: Don Proctor, Ray Oglethorpe,Jim Coffey, Vernon Smith, Dr. Richard Houghten and Sid Banack. The group attended theDan K. Richardson Entrepreneur Program’s 2013 Entrepreneur of the Year Award onMarch 12 at the Richardson Center on IRSC Mueller Campus in Vero Beach. Awardeesnot pictured are Barney and Hariot Greene, Alma Lee Loy and Dan Richardson.Photo courtesy ofRobert LaneTom Corr, 2013 Entrepreneur of the Year, holds hisgranddaughter, Sadie, asDr. Edwin Massey, IndianRiver State College president, greets them at theDan K. Richardson Entrepreneurship Program’saward ceremony, held onMarch 12 at the IRSCMueller Campus Richardson Center in Vero Beach.Dr. Larry LandsmanBoard CertifiedOver 20 Years of Dermatology ExperiencePrivate Practice, MiamiVoluntary Professor, DermatologyCleveland Clinic of FloridaAmerican Academy of DermatologyAmerican Society of Dermatologic SurgeryAmerican Academy Cosmetic SurgeryPhoto courtesy ofRobert LaneDebbie’sHair PamperingA Full Service Paul Mitchell Signature SalonWaterfront772550772601From page A1062086EXP 03/31/13NEW CLIENTS ONLYExp 3/29/13 New Patients OnlyEXP. 3/29/13EXP 03/31/13NEW CLIENTS ONLYADVERTISING SALESThe most honored Community Newspaperin America for the past 10 years.Publishing 15 community newspapers fromMartin County through Volusia CountyLooking for ExperiencedADVERTISINGCONSULTANTSIf you enjoy working with businessesand helping them succeed, this is theposition for you.772691In addition to servicing existing accounts, you willalso be calling on area businesses to generate new customersfor our papers.We offer a weekly guarantee and gasallowances, plus commission.Experienced representatives earn 50,000 .Benefits include health, dental, and a 401K plan.Send a resume toOpportunity@HometownNewsOL.com.Please include a cover letter telling uswhy we absolutely must hire you.050912772555EOE, we drug testspoke at the meeting saidthey were opposed to thelease. They were moreconcerned that the nonprofit suggested they weresought out for input,which was not the case.Councilman Jim Hillwas the lone voice oncouncil that was still infavor of voting to move thelease forward.The proposed lease isfor 10 years with an automatic 10-year renewal ifthe organization is incompliance with the lease.The lease includes permission for two specialevents, up to three dayslong, per year, with a cutoff time of 7 p.m.The events were permitted because the purposeof Fisherman’s LandingSebastian was to raisefunds to support the commercial fishing industry inSebastian.Also in the proposal, thecity would take over management of the old Hurricane Harbor property,which currently is subleased to a seafood market, oversee a future tenant to open a smallover-the-counter seafoodeatery and advance theeducational side of theworking waterfront visionwith a fishing museum.In addition, the citywould construct a fishhouse, while the nonprofitwould build an ice houseon the site adjacent to theHurricane Harbor property, the Dabrowski parcel.For more informationabout upcoming citygovernment meetings, orto view agendas, visitwww.cityofsebastian.org.
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A4 Sebastian River AreaHometown NewsFriday, March 22, 2013Family starts over after devastating house fireCommunityrallies in supportBy Jessica Tugglejtuggle@hometownnewsol.comINDIAN RIVER COUNTY— Within the past month,firefighters have been seenat the Indian River CountyFirefighters Fair, on the jobfighting serious blazes andlending a helping hand toone of their own.Two weeks ago, an earlymorning fire consumedthe family home of ScottChnupa, a 21- year veteranof Indian River County firerescue division. All sevenmembers of the familymade it out of the housesafely, but the great majority of their belongingswere burned to ashes.At press time, the causeof the fire was stillunknown.Several individuals andorganizations have set updonation funds, gatheredclothing and other items tohelp the family recoverFORECLOSURE DEFENSEVocelle & Berg, LLP(772) 562-8111Cliff Partlow/staff photographerFrom left, Tracy Hout, whose husband is general manager of ‘Own it Now,’ takes raffletickets from Eddie Owens of Vero Beach and Michael Faucher of Alabama, for firefighterScott Chnupa and his family who lost everything in a house fire earlier this month.would want to be involvedwith anyway.“This guy is a firefighter,when that station bellrings, he’s the one thatgoes out there to respond.He’s a hero every day,” Mrs.Hout said.Raising awareness whileat the firefighter’s fair wasa good way to share thecommunity’s caring fortheir own service personnel, she said.“They are such goodpeople. When I met them Itold them it feels like we’veknown each forever. We’vedefinitelymadenewfriends,” Mrs. Hout said.Financial donations canalso be made to the Chnupa Family Relief Fund,courtesy of the firefightersunion, at 1818 CommerceAve., Vero Beach.Physical donations, suchas furniture, kitchen items,bed sheets and blanketscan be dropped off for thefamily at the main fire station on Old Dixie Highwayand 16th Street in VeroBeach or at Divine AnimalHospital in Vero Beach.As is indicative of thetimes, within days of thefire, friends of the familyset up a Facebook pagesending the alert of theneeds to legions of onlinefriends and acquaintancesabout the situation.An online donation pagehas been set up for thefamily that will remainactive through April 8.To view the milyFireFund?ref stream.For the fundraising 549772655www.VocelleBerg.comand begin a “new normal”phase in their lives.At the Indian RiverCounty Firefighters Fair inVero Beach last week, raffle tickets were sold andthe proceeds were given tothe Chnupa familyGeneHout,generalmanager of the Own ItNow in Vero Beach, and hiswife, Tracy, raised 4,652in the raffle for family during the fair. Winners of theraffle drawing won furniture sets, but one localwinner decided to give herprize to the family instead.Toni Falk donated herprize, a living room set, tothe family, and Own It Nowalso contributed a diningroom set to help the familyget started when they arein a house of their ownagain.Even if she didn’t have abusiness that could contribute something as largeas furniture, Mrs. Houtsaid this cause is one she Substance Abuse/Addiction Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Depression AnxietySUPPORT GROUPSAVAILABLESpecializing In High-End, Aged,Collectable & Commemorative Cigars772-228-8956772561050576For The True Cigar AficionadoOn The Corner of US Hwy 1and Schumann Drive - Sebastian062745Easter WorshipPARTS &SERVICESt. Elizabeth's Church772556ON ALLMAJOR MAKES& MODELS901 Clearmont Street Sebastian, Fl. 32958The Very Rev. Dave ORE MOTORSInvite All to Worship atYour Church with an adon our Worship Page.Maundy Thursday, March 28:Seder dinner at 6:00pm followed by a Service at 7:30pmFriday, March 29:Good Friday Service.Noon and 7:00pmWith Stations of the Cross .NoonSaturday, March 30:The Great Easter Vigil & Baptisms.7:00pm1-772-569-9908 5135 U.S. HWY 1 VERO BEACHSteven A. Long, P.A.ATTORNEY AT LAW062378062747Call 1-800-823-0466For more information1317 North Central Ave.Sebastian, FL NTION THIS AD FOR AFREE CONSULTATIONGeneral Practice, Including: BANKRUPTCY FAMILY LAW & DIVORCE WILLS, TRUSTS & ESTATES062587Holy Week Services:Sunday, March 31:Traditional Easter Services:Traditional no music .8:00amContemporary with music .10:00amEaster Egg Hun
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