Business Notes (10/7/15)
Southwest Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce ‘2015 Fall Job Fair’
The Southwest Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce invites the community to its 2015 Fall Job Fair on Thursday, October 29th, from 10am – 2pm at Keiser University located at 9100 Forum Corporate Pkwy in Fort Myers off of Exit 138 on I-75.
Participating companies include Latino 97.7, Keiser University, Lowe’s, Telemundo, BB&T, FOX 4, CenturyLink, LYNX Services, Collier County Sheriff’s Office, Univision SWFL, Sunstate Academy, LCEC, MundoMax, Fort Myers Broadcasting, Accin Hispana, Fifth Third Bank, Biotest Pharmaceuticals, Telediario, Lee Professional Institute, Tower Dental Arts, Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, Hope HealthCare Services, Imagen Semanal, Comcast, Juan 1200/1460AM, Azteca America SWFL, CareerSource SW Florida, HolaCiudad.com, Nuevos Ecos, Lee Memorial Health System, Supervisor of Elections, United Way, Florida Highway Patrol, Exitos Magazine, Take Shape for Life, Autos Trocas y Mas & more!
Anyone interested in changing careers or in need of a job is welcome. This event is free to the public. For information or to rent a booth, please call the Chamber at 239-418-1441, or send an e-mail to info@hispanicchamberflorida.org.
Automated garbage collection begins in East Lee County
Residents in East Lee County including Lehigh Acres, Buckingham and Alva will receive automated garbage collection beginning Monday, Oct. 5. Additionally, residents will now receive same-day collection for all household waste, recyclables and yard waste. Collection of all materials will take place on the day previously used for garbage collection.
Over 47,000 new wheeled garbage carts were delivered to residents over the past six weeks in preparation for the conversion.
In order for the automated collection to proceed in an efficient manner, residents are asked to leave 3 feet between their garbage and recycle carts and any other items at the curb including mailboxes. Progressive Waste Solutions, the franchise hauler for the area, has worked together with Solid Waste staff to ensure a smooth transition. Anyone having a service issue is asked to call Progressive’s customer service at 239-368-2300 or Lee County Solid Waste at 239-533-8000.
The Lee County Solid Waste Department is a nationally-recognized enterprise system providing residents and businesses safe, affordable waste disposal and recycling services. The system utilizes an energy-from-waste combustion process to create clean, renewable energy and single-stream recycling for material recovery. More information about the changes in East Lee County is available at leegov.com/solidwaste/collectionchanges.
Beverly Hills Window Tinting & Treatments acquires new contracts
Over the past few months, a local window tinting company has acquired a number of contracts for tinting the windows of various commercial fleets throughout Southwest FL.
Beverly Hills Window Tinting & Treatments, with stores in Naples and Fort Myers, has recently provided automotive window tinting for companies with large fleets of vehicles such as Yellow Cab, BlueBird Taxi, Checker Airport Transportation, various auto dealerships, Eagle Concrete, and many others. The most recent project is for the Sanibel Police Department, which includes the tinting of the department’s new Ford Interceptors.
For more information about Beverly Hills Window Tinting, including services and on-site tinting, or pick up and delivery, visit bhwtinc.com or call (239) 489-3838.
Lee Clerk of Court seminars scheduled
Lee County Clerk of Court Linda Doggett is pleased to announce the 2015-2016 dates for the popular public seminar The Value of Searching Records and Online Services.
Doggett will be at the Fort Myers Beach Library on May 18, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Public records are not only useful to businesses and organizations, but can help you make better-informed decisions in your daily life. Learn what to do if you suspect fraud, waste or financial mismanagement involving court-appointed guardians over elderly, minor children and incapacitated individuals. Learn how to search public records for copies of deeds and mortgages; review court records of prospective tenants, employees, contractors and doctors; pay traffic tickets online; request postponement or excusal of Jury Duty and more.
The seminars are free and informative so mark your calendar and join Linda at any of the convenient locations and dates as she guides you through the information available on the Lee County Clerk of Court website.
Reservations are not required. For more information contact Rita Miller, Community Relations Manager at RMiller@LeeClerk.org.
Other than Beach Library, here are the locations and times of the other seminars:
– Lakes Regional Library: Oct. 21, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
– SW Cape Coral Library: Dec. 9, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
– Estero South County Library: Jan. 20, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
– NW Cape Regional Library: Feb. 24, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
– North Ft. Myers Library: March 30, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
– Bonita Springs Library: April 27, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
FSW program receives national award
Florida SouthWestern State College’s Respiratory Care program recently accepted the Distinguished RRT Credentialing Success award from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care. Professors Sindee Karpel and Jean Newberry attended the national conference in Phoenix, Arizona and accepted the award on behalf of the program. The Associate of Science in Respiratory Care is one of 11 health career degrees offered in the FSW School of Health Professions.
FSW’s program was honored because more than 90 percent of its respiratory care graduates, from 2012-2014, earned the Registered Respiratory Therapist certification. Only 63 out of 440 Respiratory Care programs in the nation received this prestigious recognition.
“Innovative teaching styles, engaging clinical experiences, and dedicated faculty are the primary reasons our graduates enjoy such success,” said Jeff Davis, Program Director of FSW Respiratory Care and Cardiovascular Technology Programs. “This award is due to the extraordinary efforts of Dr. Jeffrey Elsberry, Associate Dean Cardiopulmonary & Emergency Care, and professors Newberry and Karpel.”
Success with the Registered Respiratory Therapist certification and with job placement throughout Southwest Florida continues with the most recent graduating Class of 2015.
The Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care accredits entry into professional practice programs in respiratory care at the Associate, Baccalaureate, and Master’s Degree level in the United States. The CoARC also accredits polysomnography programs offered by professional respiratory care degree programs in the United States. CoARC’s mission is to ensure that high quality educational programs prepare competent respiratory therapists for practice, education, research, and service.
Go to www.coarc.com to learn more.
Tax Collector’s office to host free public seminars
The Lee County Tax Collector’s Office is offering community education seminars, focusing on property taxes, driver licenses, vehicle registration and concealed weapons services.
Join Tax Collector, Larry Hart, and hear from agency experts who will offer information and answer questions.
Four more sessions will be offered at library locations across Lee County. Learn about your property tax bill including taxing authorizes and non-ad valorem taxes. Get the checklist and ask about required documents for Florida driver licenses. Find out about Florida insurance requirements and when to surrender a license plate. Find out about new services offered, including concealed weapons applications and renewals.
Here is the schedule for upcoming events:
– Wednesday, Oct. 14, 10 to 11:30 a.m., East County Regional Library, 881 Gunnery Road N
– Tuesday, Oct. 27, noon to 1:30 p.m., Bonita Springs Public Library, 26876 Pine Ave
– Wednesday, Nov. 4, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Lakes Regional Library, 15290 Bass Road
– Monday, Nov. 16, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Cape Coral Library, 921 SW 39th Terrace
Fort Myers to Havana service coming to RSW
The Lee County Port Authority has announced Choice Aire will begin nonstop service between Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Havana Jos Mart International Airport (HAV) in Cuba on Nov. 2, 2015. Flights will operate Mondays and Fridays on a Swift Air 737 with 126 seats.
“Southwest Florida Inter-national Airport is thrilled to have service to Cuba,” said Robert M. Ball, A.A.E., executive director of the Lee County Port Authority. “We have been planning for this service since we were designated as a gateway to Cuba in June 2011. These flights will offer residents of Southwest Florida the unique opportunity to visit the beautiful and historic capital city of Havana.”
For more information or to book a flight, visit www.flychoice-aire.com or call 1-888-892-1254. Affordable packages including air, hotel, meals and much more are also available from Island Travel & Tours at www.islandtraveltours.com.
Lee County deputy honored at Law and Order Ball
Deputy Michael Zazwirsky was selected as Law Enforcement Officer of the Year at the second annual Law and Order Ball at the Harborside Convention Center recently.
Zazwirsky has lived in Cape Coral since 1987, where he graduated from Mariner High School. His immediate family include his wife Ashley, a Lee County native, and their 5-year old daughter, Abigail. Zazwirsky began his career with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office in the Technical Services Division at age 18. Shortly after, he attended the 103rd Corrections Academy at the Southwest Florida Public Service Academy.
Zazwirsky continued to excel, joining the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard and becoming a Field Training Officer. In his pursuit of excellence, he graduated from the 55th Law Enforcement Crossover Class and eventually transferred to the North District, where he has spent the past eight years. In North District, Michael worked as a patrol deputy, a field training officer, a detective, a juvenile arrest and monitoring deputy and as a community policing deputy.
Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Fort Myers South, this event brought together law enforcement officers from all over Lee County with the community for a night of reflection, honor, and praise for those officers who went above and beyond in their service to the citizens of Lee County.
Zazwirsky was one of three LCSO finalists, selected through a blind judging process by citizens in the community. Deputy Christopher Meyer and Staff Officer Darryl Aubuchon were the other two to receive the distinction.
Business Notes (10/7/15)
Southwest Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce ‘2015 Fall Job Fair’
The Southwest Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce invites the community to its 2015 Fall Job Fair on Thursday, October 29th, from 10am – 2pm at Keiser University located at 9100 Forum Corporate Pkwy in Fort Myers off of Exit 138 on I-75.
Participating companies include Latino 97.7, Keiser University, Lowe’s, Telemundo, BB&T, FOX 4, CenturyLink, LYNX Services, Collier County Sheriff’s Office, Univision SWFL, Sunstate Academy, LCEC, MundoMax, Fort Myers Broadcasting, Accin Hispana, Fifth Third Bank, Biotest Pharmaceuticals, Telediario, Lee Professional Institute, Tower Dental Arts, Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, Hope HealthCare Services, Imagen Semanal, Comcast, Juan 1200/1460AM, Azteca America SWFL, CareerSource SW Florida, HolaCiudad.com, Nuevos Ecos, Lee Memorial Health System, Supervisor of Elections, United Way, Florida Highway Patrol, Exitos Magazine, Take Shape for Life, Autos Trocas y Mas & more!
Anyone interested in changing careers or in need of a job is welcome. This event is free to the public. For information or to rent a booth, please call the Chamber at 239-418-1441, or send an e-mail to info@hispanicchamberflorida.org.
Automated garbage collection begins in East Lee County
Residents in East Lee County including Lehigh Acres, Buckingham and Alva will receive automated garbage collection beginning Monday, Oct. 5. Additionally, residents will now receive same-day collection for all household waste, recyclables and yard waste. Collection of all materials will take place on the day previously used for garbage collection.
Over 47,000 new wheeled garbage carts were delivered to residents over the past six weeks in preparation for the conversion.
In order for the automated collection to proceed in an efficient manner, residents are asked to leave 3 feet between their garbage and recycle carts and any other items at the curb including mailboxes. Progressive Waste Solutions, the franchise hauler for the area, has worked together with Solid Waste staff to ensure a smooth transition. Anyone having a service issue is asked to call Progressive’s customer service at 239-368-2300 or Lee County Solid Waste at 239-533-8000.
The Lee County Solid Waste Department is a nationally-recognized enterprise system providing residents and businesses safe, affordable waste disposal and recycling services. The system utilizes an energy-from-waste combustion process to create clean, renewable energy and single-stream recycling for material recovery. More information about the changes in East Lee County is available at leegov.com/solidwaste/collectionchanges.
Beverly Hills Window Tinting & Treatments acquires new contracts
Over the past few months, a local window tinting company has acquired a number of contracts for tinting the windows of various commercial fleets throughout Southwest FL.
Beverly Hills Window Tinting & Treatments, with stores in Naples and Fort Myers, has recently provided automotive window tinting for companies with large fleets of vehicles such as Yellow Cab, BlueBird Taxi, Checker Airport Transportation, various auto dealerships, Eagle Concrete, and many others. The most recent project is for the Sanibel Police Department, which includes the tinting of the department’s new Ford Interceptors.
For more information about Beverly Hills Window Tinting, including services and on-site tinting, or pick up and delivery, visit bhwtinc.com or call (239) 489-3838.
Lee Clerk of Court seminars scheduled
Lee County Clerk of Court Linda Doggett is pleased to announce the 2015-2016 dates for the popular public seminar The Value of Searching Records and Online Services.
Doggett will be at the Fort Myers Beach Library on May 18, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Public records are not only useful to businesses and organizations, but can help you make better-informed decisions in your daily life. Learn what to do if you suspect fraud, waste or financial mismanagement involving court-appointed guardians over elderly, minor children and incapacitated individuals. Learn how to search public records for copies of deeds and mortgages; review court records of prospective tenants, employees, contractors and doctors; pay traffic tickets online; request postponement or excusal of Jury Duty and more.
The seminars are free and informative so mark your calendar and join Linda at any of the convenient locations and dates as she guides you through the information available on the Lee County Clerk of Court website.
Reservations are not required. For more information contact Rita Miller, Community Relations Manager at RMiller@LeeClerk.org.
Other than Beach Library, here are the locations and times of the other seminars:
– Lakes Regional Library: Oct. 21, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
– SW Cape Coral Library: Dec. 9, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
– Estero South County Library: Jan. 20, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
– NW Cape Regional Library: Feb. 24, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
– North Ft. Myers Library: March 30, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
– Bonita Springs Library: April 27, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
FSW program receives national award
Florida SouthWestern State College’s Respiratory Care program recently accepted the Distinguished RRT Credentialing Success award from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care. Professors Sindee Karpel and Jean Newberry attended the national conference in Phoenix, Arizona and accepted the award on behalf of the program. The Associate of Science in Respiratory Care is one of 11 health career degrees offered in the FSW School of Health Professions.
FSW’s program was honored because more than 90 percent of its respiratory care graduates, from 2012-2014, earned the Registered Respiratory Therapist certification. Only 63 out of 440 Respiratory Care programs in the nation received this prestigious recognition.
“Innovative teaching styles, engaging clinical experiences, and dedicated faculty are the primary reasons our graduates enjoy such success,” said Jeff Davis, Program Director of FSW Respiratory Care and Cardiovascular Technology Programs. “This award is due to the extraordinary efforts of Dr. Jeffrey Elsberry, Associate Dean Cardiopulmonary & Emergency Care, and professors Newberry and Karpel.”
Success with the Registered Respiratory Therapist certification and with job placement throughout Southwest Florida continues with the most recent graduating Class of 2015.
The Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care accredits entry into professional practice programs in respiratory care at the Associate, Baccalaureate, and Master’s Degree level in the United States. The CoARC also accredits polysomnography programs offered by professional respiratory care degree programs in the United States. CoARC’s mission is to ensure that high quality educational programs prepare competent respiratory therapists for practice, education, research, and service.
Go to www.coarc.com to learn more.
Tax Collector’s office to host free public seminars
The Lee County Tax Collector’s Office is offering community education seminars, focusing on property taxes, driver licenses, vehicle registration and concealed weapons services.
Join Tax Collector, Larry Hart, and hear from agency experts who will offer information and answer questions.
Four more sessions will be offered at library locations across Lee County. Learn about your property tax bill including taxing authorizes and non-ad valorem taxes. Get the checklist and ask about required documents for Florida driver licenses. Find out about Florida insurance requirements and when to surrender a license plate. Find out about new services offered, including concealed weapons applications and renewals.
Here is the schedule for upcoming events:
– Wednesday, Oct. 14, 10 to 11:30 a.m., East County Regional Library, 881 Gunnery Road N
– Tuesday, Oct. 27, noon to 1:30 p.m., Bonita Springs Public Library, 26876 Pine Ave
– Wednesday, Nov. 4, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Lakes Regional Library, 15290 Bass Road
– Monday, Nov. 16, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Cape Coral Library, 921 SW 39th Terrace
Fort Myers to Havana service coming to RSW
The Lee County Port Authority has announced Choice Aire will begin nonstop service between Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Havana Jos Mart International Airport (HAV) in Cuba on Nov. 2, 2015. Flights will operate Mondays and Fridays on a Swift Air 737 with 126 seats.
“Southwest Florida Inter-national Airport is thrilled to have service to Cuba,” said Robert M. Ball, A.A.E., executive director of the Lee County Port Authority. “We have been planning for this service since we were designated as a gateway to Cuba in June 2011. These flights will offer residents of Southwest Florida the unique opportunity to visit the beautiful and historic capital city of Havana.”
For more information or to book a flight, visit www.flychoice-aire.com or call 1-888-892-1254. Affordable packages including air, hotel, meals and much more are also available from Island Travel & Tours at www.islandtraveltours.com.
Lee County deputy honored at Law and Order Ball
Deputy Michael Zazwirsky was selected as Law Enforcement Officer of the Year at the second annual Law and Order Ball at the Harborside Convention Center recently.
Zazwirsky has lived in Cape Coral since 1987, where he graduated from Mariner High School. His immediate family include his wife Ashley, a Lee County native, and their 5-year old daughter, Abigail. Zazwirsky began his career with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office in the Technical Services Division at age 18. Shortly after, he attended the 103rd Corrections Academy at the Southwest Florida Public Service Academy.
Zazwirsky continued to excel, joining the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard and becoming a Field Training Officer. In his pursuit of excellence, he graduated from the 55th Law Enforcement Crossover Class and eventually transferred to the North District, where he has spent the past eight years. In North District, Michael worked as a patrol deputy, a field training officer, a detective, a juvenile arrest and monitoring deputy and as a community policing deputy.
Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Fort Myers South, this event brought together law enforcement officers from all over Lee County with the community for a night of reflection, honor, and praise for those officers who went above and beyond in their service to the citizens of Lee County.
Zazwirsky was one of three LCSO finalists, selected through a blind judging process by citizens in the community. Deputy Christopher Meyer and Staff Officer Darryl Aubuchon were the other two to receive the distinction.
Business Notes (10/7/15)
Southwest Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce ‘2015 Fall Job Fair’
The Southwest Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce invites the community to its 2015 Fall Job Fair on Thursday, October 29th, from 10am – 2pm at Keiser University located at 9100 Forum Corporate Pkwy in Fort Myers off of Exit 138 on I-75.
Participating companies include Latino 97.7, Keiser University, Lowe’s, Telemundo, BB&T, FOX 4, CenturyLink, LYNX Services, Collier County Sheriff’s Office, Univision SWFL, Sunstate Academy, LCEC, MundoMax, Fort Myers Broadcasting, Accin Hispana, Fifth Third Bank, Biotest Pharmaceuticals, Telediario, Lee Professional Institute, Tower Dental Arts, Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, Hope HealthCare Services, Imagen Semanal, Comcast, Juan 1200/1460AM, Azteca America SWFL, CareerSource SW Florida, HolaCiudad.com, Nuevos Ecos, Lee Memorial Health System, Supervisor of Elections, United Way, Florida Highway Patrol, Exitos Magazine, Take Shape for Life, Autos Trocas y Mas & more!
Anyone interested in changing careers or in need of a job is welcome. This event is free to the public. For information or to rent a booth, please call the Chamber at 239-418-1441, or send an e-mail to info@hispanicchamberflorida.org.
Automated garbage collection begins in East Lee County
Residents in East Lee County including Lehigh Acres, Buckingham and Alva will receive automated garbage collection beginning Monday, Oct. 5. Additionally, residents will now receive same-day collection for all household waste, recyclables and yard waste. Collection of all materials will take place on the day previously used for garbage collection.
Over 47,000 new wheeled garbage carts were delivered to residents over the past six weeks in preparation for the conversion.
In order for the automated collection to proceed in an efficient manner, residents are asked to leave 3 feet between their garbage and recycle carts and any other items at the curb including mailboxes. Progressive Waste Solutions, the franchise hauler for the area, has worked together with Solid Waste staff to ensure a smooth transition. Anyone having a service issue is asked to call Progressive’s customer service at 239-368-2300 or Lee County Solid Waste at 239-533-8000.
The Lee County Solid Waste Department is a nationally-recognized enterprise system providing residents and businesses safe, affordable waste disposal and recycling services. The system utilizes an energy-from-waste combustion process to create clean, renewable energy and single-stream recycling for material recovery. More information about the changes in East Lee County is available at leegov.com/solidwaste/collectionchanges.
Beverly Hills Window Tinting & Treatments acquires new contracts
Over the past few months, a local window tinting company has acquired a number of contracts for tinting the windows of various commercial fleets throughout Southwest FL.
Beverly Hills Window Tinting & Treatments, with stores in Naples and Fort Myers, has recently provided automotive window tinting for companies with large fleets of vehicles such as Yellow Cab, BlueBird Taxi, Checker Airport Transportation, various auto dealerships, Eagle Concrete, and many others. The most recent project is for the Sanibel Police Department, which includes the tinting of the department’s new Ford Interceptors.
For more information about Beverly Hills Window Tinting, including services and on-site tinting, or pick up and delivery, visit bhwtinc.com or call (239) 489-3838.
Lee Clerk of Court seminars scheduled
Lee County Clerk of Court Linda Doggett is pleased to announce the 2015-2016 dates for the popular public seminar The Value of Searching Records and Online Services.
Doggett will be at the Fort Myers Beach Library on May 18, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Public records are not only useful to businesses and organizations, but can help you make better-informed decisions in your daily life. Learn what to do if you suspect fraud, waste or financial mismanagement involving court-appointed guardians over elderly, minor children and incapacitated individuals. Learn how to search public records for copies of deeds and mortgages; review court records of prospective tenants, employees, contractors and doctors; pay traffic tickets online; request postponement or excusal of Jury Duty and more.
The seminars are free and informative so mark your calendar and join Linda at any of the convenient locations and dates as she guides you through the information available on the Lee County Clerk of Court website.
Reservations are not required. For more information contact Rita Miller, Community Relations Manager at RMiller@LeeClerk.org.
Other than Beach Library, here are the locations and times of the other seminars:
– Lakes Regional Library: Oct. 21, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
– SW Cape Coral Library: Dec. 9, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
– Estero South County Library: Jan. 20, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
– NW Cape Regional Library: Feb. 24, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
– North Ft. Myers Library: March 30, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
– Bonita Springs Library: April 27, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
FSW program receives national award
Florida SouthWestern State College’s Respiratory Care program recently accepted the Distinguished RRT Credentialing Success award from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care. Professors Sindee Karpel and Jean Newberry attended the national conference in Phoenix, Arizona and accepted the award on behalf of the program. The Associate of Science in Respiratory Care is one of 11 health career degrees offered in the FSW School of Health Professions.
FSW’s program was honored because more than 90 percent of its respiratory care graduates, from 2012-2014, earned the Registered Respiratory Therapist certification. Only 63 out of 440 Respiratory Care programs in the nation received this prestigious recognition.
“Innovative teaching styles, engaging clinical experiences, and dedicated faculty are the primary reasons our graduates enjoy such success,” said Jeff Davis, Program Director of FSW Respiratory Care and Cardiovascular Technology Programs. “This award is due to the extraordinary efforts of Dr. Jeffrey Elsberry, Associate Dean Cardiopulmonary & Emergency Care, and professors Newberry and Karpel.”
Success with the Registered Respiratory Therapist certification and with job placement throughout Southwest Florida continues with the most recent graduating Class of 2015.
The Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care accredits entry into professional practice programs in respiratory care at the Associate, Baccalaureate, and Master’s Degree level in the United States. The CoARC also accredits polysomnography programs offered by professional respiratory care degree programs in the United States. CoARC’s mission is to ensure that high quality educational programs prepare competent respiratory therapists for practice, education, research, and service.
Go to www.coarc.com to learn more.
Tax Collector’s office to host free public seminars
The Lee County Tax Collector’s Office is offering community education seminars, focusing on property taxes, driver licenses, vehicle registration and concealed weapons services.
Join Tax Collector, Larry Hart, and hear from agency experts who will offer information and answer questions.
Four more sessions will be offered at library locations across Lee County. Learn about your property tax bill including taxing authorizes and non-ad valorem taxes. Get the checklist and ask about required documents for Florida driver licenses. Find out about Florida insurance requirements and when to surrender a license plate. Find out about new services offered, including concealed weapons applications and renewals.
Here is the schedule for upcoming events:
– Wednesday, Oct. 14, 10 to 11:30 a.m., East County Regional Library, 881 Gunnery Road N
– Tuesday, Oct. 27, noon to 1:30 p.m., Bonita Springs Public Library, 26876 Pine Ave
– Wednesday, Nov. 4, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Lakes Regional Library, 15290 Bass Road
– Monday, Nov. 16, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Cape Coral Library, 921 SW 39th Terrace
Fort Myers to Havana service coming to RSW
The Lee County Port Authority has announced Choice Aire will begin nonstop service between Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Havana Jos Mart International Airport (HAV) in Cuba on Nov. 2, 2015. Flights will operate Mondays and Fridays on a Swift Air 737 with 126 seats.
“Southwest Florida Inter-national Airport is thrilled to have service to Cuba,” said Robert M. Ball, A.A.E., executive director of the Lee County Port Authority. “We have been planning for this service since we were designated as a gateway to Cuba in June 2011. These flights will offer residents of Southwest Florida the unique opportunity to visit the beautiful and historic capital city of Havana.”
For more information or to book a flight, visit www.flychoice-aire.com or call 1-888-892-1254. Affordable packages including air, hotel, meals and much more are also available from Island Travel & Tours at www.islandtraveltours.com.
Lee County deputy honored at Law and Order Ball
Deputy Michael Zazwirsky was selected as Law Enforcement Officer of the Year at the second annual Law and Order Ball at the Harborside Convention Center recently.
Zazwirsky has lived in Cape Coral since 1987, where he graduated from Mariner High School. His immediate family include his wife Ashley, a Lee County native, and their 5-year old daughter, Abigail. Zazwirsky began his career with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office in the Technical Services Division at age 18. Shortly after, he attended the 103rd Corrections Academy at the Southwest Florida Public Service Academy.
Zazwirsky continued to excel, joining the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard and becoming a Field Training Officer. In his pursuit of excellence, he graduated from the 55th Law Enforcement Crossover Class and eventually transferred to the North District, where he has spent the past eight years. In North District, Michael worked as a patrol deputy, a field training officer, a detective, a juvenile arrest and monitoring deputy and as a community policing deputy.
Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Fort Myers South, this event brought together law enforcement officers from all over Lee County with the community for a night of reflection, honor, and praise for those officers who went above and beyond in their service to the citizens of Lee County.
Zazwirsky was one of three LCSO finalists, selected through a blind judging process by citizens in the community. Deputy Christopher Meyer and Staff Officer Darryl Aubuchon were the other two to receive the distinction.
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