CITY OF BROOKSVILLE ANNOUNCES ADVISORY BOARD VACANCIES
CITY OF BROOKSVILLE ANNOUNCES ADVISORY BOARD VACANCIES Brooksville, Florida (September 29, 2023) – The City of Brooksville is now accepting applications from individuals interested in volunteering their time to serve as a member of the following advisory board or commission.:CURRENT AVAILABLE POSITION: These positions are available January 1, 2024.Cemetery Advisory Committee (Must be City resident or have documented ties to Cemetery) •One (1) full time position for 4-year term of office through December
Monthly Meeting of the Hernando County Fine Arts Council
The regular monthly meeting of the Hernando County Fine Arts Council will be held:Thursday, October 12, 2023 from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM atBrooksville City Hall, 201 Howell Ave, Brooksville, FL 34601 The purpose of this meeting is to consider routine business matters of the Hernando County Fine Arts Council. All meetings of the Hernando County Fine Arts Council are open to the public and guests are welcome. Regularly scheduled business meetings of the Hernando County Fine Arts Council are held on the second
United Way of Hernando County's ''Give Thanks Give Food'' Drive!
During the month of OCTOBER, easily give back by donating non-perishable food items that will benefit Hernando outreach efforts, pantries & shelters. All food will be distributed to the following partners during United Way's "5 Days of Caring" in November. Dry MilkGranola BarsJellyJuiceMac & CheeseApplesauceBoxed PotatoesCanned BeansCanned Fruit,CerealMeat & VeggiesOatmealOlive OilPasta & SaucePeanut ButterRiceSoup BrothsSoups & StewsStuffingTomato SauceTuna Unopened, unexpired items can be donated
Hernando County Government Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Has Been Approved
(Brooksville, FL) – On Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at the final budget hearing, the Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approved the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 final budget with a 4 to 1 vote totaling $767,373,154. The BOCC reduced the FY24 General Fund millage rate 0.2915 mil and have consecutively lowered the millage over the last 4 years totaling 1.0915 in mil reduction. For the FY24 final budget, the General Fund millage rate is 6.6997. The General Fund includes the Clerk of Court,
Final Collection for Debris Removal in Hernando County
Final Collection for Debris Removal in Hernando County(Brooksville, FL) – The final collection of debris removal for areas affected by Hurricane Idalia will begin the week of October 2, 2023. Areas included in debris removal pick-up are between CR 550 (Cortez Blvd) and Osowaw Blvd., west of US 19 (including private roads). Only storm generated debris will be collected. Residents in these areas are strongly encouraged to have the debris on their curbside by this date to ensure pick up of the items. Do not
Hernando County Provides Q & A for FEMA Individual Assistance
Hernando County Provides Q & A for FEMA Individual Assistance(Brooksville, FL) - FEMA Individual Assistance helps disaster survivors begin recovery by providing grants for basic, critical needs. FEMA assistance is not a substitute for insurance, nor can it duplicate other sources of assistance. How Can I Apply for FEMA Assistance? Go online to DisasterAssistance.gov, download the FEMA App for mobile devices, or call toll-free 800-621-3362. The line is open every day from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET. Help is
Hernando County Government Announces New Director of Human Resources
Hernando County Government Announces New Director of Human Resources (Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County Government announces Jan Houser as the Hernando County Director of Human Resources. Ms. Houser joined the team on September 5, 2023. Prior to that, she was the Director of Human Resources of the Children’s Board of Hillsborough County, an organization dedicated to the well-being of children and families. Ms. Houser earned her bachelor’s degree from Emory University and holds the SHRM-SCP and SPHR
Commissioner Elizabeth Narverud Appointed to the Florida Association of Counties’ Federal Policy Com
Commissioner Elizabeth Narverud Appointed to the Florida Association of Counties’ Federal Policy CommitteeHERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. – Hernando County Commissioner Elizabeth Narverud was appointed as a policy leader to the Florida Association of Counties’ (FAC) Federal Policy Committee. The policy leaders were appointed by the association’s president, Bill Truex of Charlotte County. FAC’s Policy Committees are responsible for proposing, debating and adopting policy positions that focus on improving and
Florida Division of Emergency Management Announces State Sheltering Assistance for Residents Impacte
Florida Division of Emergency Management Announces State Sheltering Assistance for Residents Impacted by Hurricane Idalia TALLAHASSEE, FL - Today, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (Division) announced the launch of FloridaRecovers.org to provide temporary sheltering assistance to Floridians impacted by Hurricane Idalia. “Thanks to the hard work of our State Emergency Response Team and the support of Governor Ron DeSantis, we have officially launched our State-led sheltering assistance
HERNANDO COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY TO OPEN HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER (SECTION 8) WAITING LIST
The Hernando County Housing Authority will be accepting applications online for its Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list beginning at 8:00 A.M. Eastern Standard Time on Monday October 2, 2023, until 11:59 P.M. Eastern Standard Time on Wednesday October 4, 2023. Applications must be submitted online at www.waitlistcheck.com/FL1555 only during this time. Time and date of receipt of the application on-line has no bearing on whether an application will be selected for the waiting list. There is no
FEMA Opens Disaster Recovery Center in Hernando County
FEMA Opens Disaster Recovery Center in Hernando County (Brooksville, FL) – The FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will be opening for those affected by Hurricane Idalia. The purpose of a DRC is to:Apply for assistance.Learn the status of your FEMA application.Understand any letters you get from FEMA.Find housing and rental assistance information.Get answers to questions or resolve problems.Get referrals to agencies that may offer other assistance.Learn about Small Business Administration (SBA) loan
Let's Do Some Good- Tunnel to towers Event
Let's Do Some Good- Tunnel To Towers Foundation Presented by Buick GMC Brooksville FREE FAMILY EVENT-Over 50 vendors-Kid Zone-Live Music-Beer & Wine Two event packed days brings the 911 Never Forget Rolling Museum to The City of Brooksville at Tom Varn Park November 18th and 19thOver 50 vendors (including artisan, food trucks, beer and wine)Kid Zone- Inflatables-Games- Touch a Truck- Photo Booth Dj Entertainment-Gabriela EventsLive Music starts at 6P both days. Embry Brothers Saturday the 18th Jam
The Early Learning Coalition
The Start initiative is a program for families!!! The Early Learning Coalition of Pasco and Hernando Counties knows how much you love your children. We know you are invested in their success. By joining STRAT, you will receive tools and strategies for relationship-based parenting and support to help during these challenging times and beyond. The Early Learning Coalition of Pasco and Hernando Counties, Inc. invites families to participate in the following FREE activities. STAR ACTIVITIES: Participate
IRS orders immediate stop to new Employee Retention Credit processing
To protect taxpayers from scams, IRS orders immediate stop to new Employee Retention Credit processing amid surge of questionable claims, concerns from tax pros and aggressive marketing to ineligible applicants, posing unacceptable risk to businesses and the tax system. ERC Claim Processing Click Here ERC Eligibility Checklist Click Here ERC Scams Warning Signs Click Here To protect taxpayers from scams, #IRS has stopped new Employee Retention Credit processing amid surge of questionable
LLykes Bros. Inc. Elevates Flint Johns and Noah Handley to Leadership Positions
Lykes Bros. Inc. Elevates Flint Johns and Noah Handley to Leadership PositionsTampa, FL -- Lykes Bros. Inc. CEO Johnnie James Jr. has announced the promotions of Flint Johns as vice president of Ranch and Agriculture Operations and Noah Handley, P.E., as vice president of Engineering and Land Management. Johns and Handley have stepped into new roles after the passing of Joe Collins, P.E., long-time senior vice president of Lykes Ranch. “Lykes Ranch has a strong tradition of commitment to the land and our
BROOKSVILLE GALLERY 201 ANNOUNCES A CALL TO ARTISTS
The Brooksville Gallery 201 Coordinator, Pedram Moghaddam, announces a “Call to Artists’ for the Brooksville Gallery 201 for the “Meeting of the Minds” Exhibit that will be on display from October 13, 2023, through January 24, 2024. The “Meeting of the Minds” is a collaborative piece created as a combination of techniques and intelligences. Moving into a new year, it is important to recognize that significant cultural communication reaching out to our neighbors, listening to one another, and working
Hernando County Development Services Updated Operations
Hernando County Development Services Updated Operations(Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County’s Development Services Department will be closed the follow dates from 2pm-4pm for staff training.• September 13, 2023, from 2-4 PM • September 20, 2023, from 2-4 PM • September 28, 2023, from 2-4 PM • October 4, 2023, from 2-4 PM • October 11, 2023, from 2-4 PM • October 18, 2023, from 2-4 PM Development Services includes Code Enforcement, Building, Planning, and Zoning Divisions.
Important SBA Disaster Assistance for Hurricane Idalia Survivors in FL
U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION FACT SHEET - DISASTER LOANS FLORIDA Declaration 18118 & 18119 (Disaster: FL-00192) Incident: HURRICANE IDALIA occurring: August 27, 2023 & continuing in the Florida counties of: Citrus, Dixie, Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy, Suwannee, and Taylor; for economic injury only in the contiguous Florida counties of: Alachua, Columbia, Gilchrist, Hernando, Jefferson, Madison, Marion, and Sumter; and for economic injury only in the contiguous Georgia counties of: Echols and
U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that certain Private Non-Profit organizations (PNPs) in Florida that do not provide critical services of a governmental nature may be eligible to apply for low-interest disaster loans for damages as a result of Hurricane Idalia that occurred Aug. 27 through Sept. 4, 2023. Private Non Profit Organizations SBA and FEMA Disaster Assistance Click HereDisaster Field Operations Center East (English) Click HereDisaster Field Operations Center East
Hernando County Extends Local State of Emergency Declaration
Hernando County Extends Local State of Emergency Declaration (Brooksville, FL) – As of September 8, 2023, the Hernando County Executive Policy Group has extended the Local State of Emergency declaration for Hernando County, PROCLAMATION NO. 2023-03. This declaration provides Hernando County Government the authority to take action as needed to ensure the health, safety and welfare of our community. This includes making emergency purchases, obtain additional resources, renting equipment, hiring workers,
Hernando County Department of Public Works Scheduled Road Closure
Hernando County Department of Public Works Scheduled Road Closure(Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County Department of Public Works will be closing Fort Dade Avenue from Citrus Way to Cobb Road on Sunday, September 10, 2023. This road closure will last for several hours. An overhead conveyor system will be installed during the closure. Please use alternative routes while driving in this area. For questions or more information, please contact Hernando County Department of Public Works at (352) 754-4060.
Volunteers Needed! Multicultural Festival & Murals in the Park
Volunteers Needed!October 6th & 7th, 2023 for the Multicultural Festival & Murals in the Park If you having been looking for an opportunity to get involved with Brooksville Main Street, this is it! We have a variety of volunteer needs to help bring the Multicultural Festival and Murals in the Park Historic Downtown Brooksville. Click the link below to see how you can volunteer.BMS Volunteers: Multicultural Festival/ Murals in the Park (signupgenius.com)
FloridaCommerce Announces Disaster Unemployment Assistance is Available for Floridians Impacted by H
FloridaCommerce Announces Disaster Unemployment Assistance is Available for Floridians Impacted by Hurricane IdaliaTallahassee, FL - Today, FloridaCommerce announced that Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is available to Florida businesses and residents whose employment or self-employment was lost or interrupted as a direct result of Hurricane Idalia and are not eligible for regular state or Federal Reemployment Assistance benefits. Eligible Floridians whose employment or self-employment was lost or
Federal Declaration for Individual Assistance Approved for Hernando County
View as Webpage Dear Partners, The Florida Department of Emergency Management Recovery Bureau notified Hernando County officials that a FEMA Federal Declaration for Individual Assistance application was approved for Hernando County resulting from the impacts of Hurricane Idalia. Individuals wishing to apply for FEMA assistance are asked to go to FEMA.gov and click on Apply for Assistance. You also can apply from your phone by downloading the FEMA app where you will find the application link and additional
Workforce Development, Career & Job Training Rapid Credentialing Courses Fall 2023
PHSC's Workforce Development, Career, and Job Training Department is pleased to announce our Rapid Credentialing courses for Fall 2023! Funding is still available through the Open-Door Grant to qualified students through June 2024 and applies to all of our IT & AutoCAD classes and NEW to this year, our FAA Approved Aircraft Dispatcher course & FAA Approved Private Pilot's License (details TBD) courses are included as well! For more information, visit:
Arts Council Opens Applications for the 39th Annual Art in the Park
Hernando County Fine Arts Council Subject: Arts Council Opens Applications for the 39th Annual Art in the ParkThe Hernando County Fine Arts Council is thrilled to announce that artist applications are now open for the 39th Annual Art in the Park happening on March 9 and 10, 2024, at Tom Varn Park in Brooksville, Florida. This highly anticipated art extravaganza is set to take place in the heart of our community and promises to be an exceptional showcase of creativity and talent.Artists from across the
Free Workers' Compensation and Workplace Safety Webinars
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES Division of Workers’ Compensation Compliance Bureau Free Employer Webinars The Florida Department of Financial Services, Division of Workers' Compensation offers free seminars and webinars regarding the Florida&##1048577;Workers' Compensation Law and Workplace Safety. Webinars are offered quarterly. In person seminars are conducted upon request.WORKERS’ COMPENSATION TOPICSReview of key statutory definitions Insurance coverage
Brooksville City Council Seeks Advisory Board Members For Charter Review Committee
BROOKSVILLE CITY COUNCIL SEEKS ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS FOR CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE Brooksville, Florida (August 11, 2023) – The Brooksville City Council is seeking volunteers for the Advisory Board Charter Review Committee. Per the City of Brooksville Charter, every six years, the City Charter must be reviewed. Seven volunteer City residents will be appointed as Advisory Board Committee Members in January 2024, to begin review of the Charter. After review, any findings for change will be presented to City
The Safety & Fun Fest - 2023 hosted by the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office
Vendor registration is now open for the annual Safety & Fun Fest hosted by the Hernando County Sheriff's Office.The Safety & Fun Fest - 2023 hosted by the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office is set to hit the streets of downtown Brooksville on Saturday, Oct. 14.This free event showcases all of Hernando County’s first responder from deputy sheriffs and troopers to firefighters and other emergency medical personnel.The event will run from 4 to 8 p.m.The ultimate goal is provide a fun and educational experience
USF Basic Economic Development Course
Join University of South Florida Nov. 7-9 for their Accredited Basic Economic Development Course, Florida's only accredited BEDC program. It is part of the required curricula for the Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) exam and is only offered once a year. TIMELY AND RELEVANT TOPICS Attendees will explore the foundations of economic development and learn about best practices in:Business retention and expansionStrategic planningMarketing/attractionEconomic development financeSmall business and
Arts Council Opens Applications for the 2024 Community Arts Grants Program
The Hernando County Fine Arts Council (HCFAC) is thrilled to announce the launch of the 2024 Community Arts Grants (CAG) and invites any Hernando County education, art, civic or cultural organization recognized as a non-profit or charitable group to apply. This grant program aims to empower nonprofits to involve county residents in creating, appreciating, supporting, participating in, or learning about the creative arts in Hernando County by providing them with financial support to fuel their artistic
Hernando County Business Owners: Avoid These Critical Financial Mistakes
Small business owners have a lot going on. In addition to running the day-to-day operations of their businesses, they also have to assume a lot of other company positions, from marketing and sales to HR and finance. It's no wonder, then, that financial mistakes are all too common. To help you avoid making some costly errors, the Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce put together a list of the ten most common financial mistakes small business owners make — and how to avoid them.1. Poor Budgeting
Create Organizational Change For Your Business With These Essential Steps
As a business owner, it is inevitable that you’ll have to manage organizational change at some point. Whether it is due to the introduction of new technology, changes in customer demand, or simply staying ahead of the competition, making sure your business stays up-to-date and relevant can be a challenge. That said, there are strategies you can use to make the transition smoother and more effective, and the Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce has put together a few of them for your
