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AME Church Bishops Address California Wildfires in Pasadena

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Harvey WaldenCommunity Member
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AME Church Bishops Address California Wildfires in Pasadena

The African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church of the 5th District, led by Bishop Francine Brookins, hosted a press conference yesterday p.m. at the historic First A.M.E. Church – Pasadena

The African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church of the 5th District, led by Bishop Francine Brookins, hosted a press conference yesterday p.m. at the historic First A.M.E. Church – Pasadena. This significant event addressed the impact of the EATON fire that has devastated the local community, particularly affecting over 65 families and more than 160 individuals from the AME Church community. “This gathering is not just about addressing the immediate needs of those impacted by the EATON fire, but also about fostering a holistic approach to healing,” said Bishop Francine Brookins. “While we focus on the black community, we are committed to creating a healthy, healing, mental, financial, legal, and redevelopment process that encompasses the entire community.” Individual persons interested in supporting the 5th Episcopal District can donate in the following ways: Mail: Send checks payable to the 5th Episcopal District with the memo: Disaster Relief. 4519 Admiralty Way, Suite 205, Marina del Rey, CA 90292 Online: Zelle to [email protected] Local AME congregations have been asked to take up offerings this Sunday to support the 5th Episcopal District. The post Breaking News: Council of Bishops holds Press Conference at First AME Pasadena to Address California Wildfires appeared first on AME Church.

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Stay Informed: Access Lake Wales City Meeting Agendas and Minutes

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Lake Wales City Commission Meeting Agendas and Minutes Available Online

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Lake Wales to Hold Public Hearing on Chicken Ordinance

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"NOTICE OF CITY OF LAKE WALES INTENT TO ENACT ORDINANCE 2024-30 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lake Wales, Florida, intends to enact Ordinance 2024-30, which amends the City’s Land Development Regulations (LDRs) to revise Section 4.02.03, Accessory Uses. The proposed ordinance relates to the keeping of chickens and fowl as an accessory use in residential zoning districts. A public hearing on Ordinance 2024-30 will be held before the City Commission on June 18, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Commission Chambers, City Administration Building, 201 West Central Avenue, Lake Wales, Florida, 33853. All interested parties may appear at the meeting and be heard with respect to the proposed ordinance. The proposed ordinance may be inspected by the public at the City Clerk’s Office in the City Administration Building, 201 West Central Avenue, Lake Wales, Florida, 33853, during regular business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The proposed ordinance is also available on the City’s website at www.cityoflakewales.com. All persons are advised that, if they decide to appeal any decision made at the above-stated hearing, they will need a record of the proceedings and, for such purpose, may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing a special accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact the City Clerk’s Office no later than 48 hours prior to the proceeding at (863) 677-3775."

Church on the Move to Host Annual Golf Tournament at Eagle Landing

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"Church on the Move Annual Golf Tournament Saturday, September 14th · Eagle Landing Golf Course Get ready to tee off for a cause! Join us for our annual golf tournament on September 14th at Eagle Landing Golf course. Check in opens at 7:00 AM and tee off is at 8:30 AM. The cost is $75 per golfer."

Lake Wales to Hold Public Hearing on Wireless Communication Ordinance

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"NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Commission of the City of Lake Wales, Florida, will hold a public hearing to consider the enactment of Ordinance 2024-23, an ordinance of the City of Lake Wales, Florida, amending Chapter 15, Land Development Regulations, Article 10, Wireless Communication Facilities, Sections 15.10.010, Purpose and Intent; 15.10.020, Definitions; 15.10.030, Applicability; 15.10.040, General Standards; 15.10.050, Application Requirements; 15.10.060, Specific Application Standards; 15.10.070, Review Standards; 15.10.080, Abandonment and Removal; 15.10.090, Permit Fees; and providing for severability, providing for conflict, and providing for an effective date. Said public hearing will be held on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the City Commission Room, City Administration Building, 201 W Central Avenue, Lake Wales, Florida."

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