CMF Public Media http://cmfmedia.org Issues and Voices that Matter Thu, 29 Jul 2010 19:57:22 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 Central Florida matters to many. And within Central Florida there are issues and voices that matter just as much. Central Florida Matters places simultaneous meaning, focus and importance on the geographic region and the issues and voices within it. Central Florida Matters is the inaugural program of Carroll McKenney Foundation for Public Media’s mission to produce and distribute program content via the Internet featuring local issues and voices that matter. Issues and Voices that Matter CMF Public Media http://cmfmedia.org/web/wp-content/themes/cmf/images/itunes.jpgCMF Public Mediahttp://cmfmedia.org central florida, community, non-profit, public media, art, culture, people no Stephen McKenney Steck steck@cmfmedia.org Legislative Appreciation Luncheon http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/legislative-appreciation-luncheon/ http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/legislative-appreciation-luncheon/#comments Wed, 30 Jun 2010 19:29:56 +0000 Webmaster http://cmfmedia.org/?p=2691 Formal remarks are offered by three state legislators – Altman, Adams and Plakon — on their view of the results of the recently adjourned 2010 state legislative session and the impact such results had on Central Florida related issues. Those issues include SunRail, funding for public education, aerospace economic incentives, bond ratings, unemployment tax, property insurance premiums and tax credits among others. Audience questions evoked responses centered on financial aid to local school districts, home owners’ property insurance, pension reform, Tax Payer Bill of Rights (TABOR) and state taxes on common area maintenance rates on leased property. Their 45-minute presentation begins with 25-minutes of remarks from the legislators and 20 minutes of answers to followup questions from the luncheon audience.
Feature Length — 54:18

Selected photos courtesy – Charles Wells Photography

Key Participants

Senator Thad Altman (photo - CMF Public Media)
Senator Thad Altman

District 24 (Republican)

website

 Representative Sandy Adams (photo - Charles Wells Photography)
Representative Sandy Adams

District 33 (Republican)

website
Representative Scott Plakon (photo - Charles Wells Photography)
Representative Scott Plakon

District 37 (Republican)

website

Facilitating Participants

Cynthia Sucher, Chamber Board President, and Associate Vice President for Community Relations at University of Central Florida (photo: Charles Wells Photography)
Cynthia Sucher

Chamber Board President, and Associate Vice President for Community Relations at University of Central Florida

UCF

 Moderator Paul Sladek (photo - CMF Public Media)
Paul Sladek

Moderator and Chamber Vice President – Government Affairs
Attorney, Cloninger & Files

website
Cory Skeates, Executive Director, Oviedo Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce (photo: Charles Wells Photography)
Cory Skeates

Executive Director, Oviedo Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce
website

Pictures

Selected photos courtesy –  Charles Wells Photography

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Chamber member Joe Regenstein asks questions about home owner property insurance (photo - CMF Public Media)

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This presentation marks the 6th in a series of collaborations Carroll McKenney Public Media has initiated with the Oviedo/Winter Springs Florida Regional Chamber of Commerce through a series of on-going programs staged by the chamber to address a range of important issues relevant to the business community and the general population in the Oviedo and Winter Springs communities served by the chamber.

Here at the Heard in Central Florida Web site you may listen to the growing archive of previous chamber luncheon events featuring… the Oviedo and Winter Springs mayor’s “state of the cities” address, an overview of high-tech innovation along the 417 Corridor, a presentation regarding state constitutional amendments; comments from Donnie Jones, new head coach of the University of Central Florida Men’s basketball team; and an overview of broadband technology and it’s potential for the community.

]]> http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/legislative-appreciation-luncheon/feed/ 0 Formal remarks are offered by three state legislators – Altman, Adams and Plakon — on their view of the results of the recently adjourned 2010 state legislative session and the impact such results had on Central Florida related issues. Those issues include SunRail, funding for public education, aerospace economic incentives, bond ratings, unemployment tax, property insurance premiums and tax credits among others. Audience questions evoked responses centered on financial aid to local school districts, home owners’ property insurance, pension reform, Tax Payer Bill of Rights (TABOR) and state taxes on common area maintenance rates on leased property. Their 45-minute presentation begins with 25-minutes of remarks from the legislators and 20 minutes of answers to followup questions from the luncheon audience. Feature Length — 54:18 Selected photos courtesy – Charles Wells Photography Key Participants Senator Thad Altman District 24 (Republican) website Representative Sandy Adams District 33 (Republican) website Representative Scott Plakon District 37 (Republican) website Facilitating Participants Cynthia Sucher Chamber Board President, and Associate Vice President for Community Relations at University of Central Florida UCF Paul Sladek Moderator and Chamber Vice President – Government Affairs Attorney, Cloninger & Files website Cory Skeates Executive Director, Oviedo Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce website Pictures Selected photos courtesy –  Charles Wells Photography After you launch the slideshow below, click “Next” and “Previous” to rotate through the photos. Additional Useful Links Oviedo Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce Tuscawilla Country Club Additional Event Pictures(selected photos courtesy Charles Wells Photography) Additional Event Information This presentation marks the 6th in a series of collaborations Carroll McKenney Public Media has initiated with the Oviedo/Winter Springs Florida Regional Chamber of Commerce through a series of on-going programs staged by the chamber to address a range of important issues relevant to the business community and the general population in the Oviedo and Winter Springs communities served by the chamber. Here at the Heard in Central Florida Web site you may listen to the growing archive of previous chamber luncheon events featuring… the Oviedo and Winter Springs mayor’s “state of the cities” address, an overview of high-tech innovation along the 417 Corridor, a presentation regarding state constitutional amendments; comments from Donnie Jones, new head coach of the University of Central Florida Men’s basketball team; and an overview of broadband technology and it’s potential for the community. Formal remarks are offered by three state legislators – Altman, Adams and Plakon — on their view of the results of the recently adjourned 2010 state legislative session and the impact such results had on Central Florida related issues. Those [...] Commentary http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/commentary-12/ http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/commentary-12/#comments Thu, 17 Jun 2010 19:35:21 +0000 Webmaster http://cmfmedia.org/?p=2651 Formerly homeless Steve Bruton, Longwood, Florida resident (photo - CMF Public Media) A feature of every Central Florida Matters is a 3-minute commentary presented by a voice that matters on an issue that voice believes matters.

The voice you’ll hear is that of Longwood, Florida resident Steve Bruton, a formerly homeless person commenting on the homeless issue in Seminole County.
Feature length – 03:53

Central Florida Matters encourages you to post your own reaction to this commentary. Below, you will find useful links related to the commentary, including a transcript, biographical information and related pictures.

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Formerly homeless Steve Bruton, Longwood, Florida resident (photo - CMF Public Media) Formerly homeless Steve Bruton, Longwood, Florida resident (photo - CMF Public Media)

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]]> http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/commentary-12/feed/ 0 A feature of every Central Florida Matters is a 3-minute commentary presented by a voice that matters on an issue that voice believes matters. The voice you’ll hear is that of Longwood, Florida resident Steve Bruton, a formerly homeless person commenting on the homeless issue in Seminole County. Feature length – 03:53 Central Florida Matters encourages you to post your own reaction to this commentary. Below, you will find useful links related to the commentary, including a transcript, biographical information and related pictures. Should you wish to be considered for a commentary segment on Central Florida Matters, please click on the “contact” link to send us an email which should include adequate information for us to understand your issue. And please include a daytime telephone number where we may reach you. Pictures Click on the picture(s) to enlarge. Additional Feature Information Commentary Transcript Steve Bruton Bio A feature of every Central Florida Matters is a 3-minute commentary presented by a voice that matters on an issue that voice believes matters. The voice you’ll hear is that of Longwood, Florida resident Steve Bruton, a formerly homeless person [...] Kids of HOPE http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/kids-of-hope/ http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/kids-of-hope/#comments Thu, 17 Jun 2010 19:29:58 +0000 Webmaster http://cmfmedia.org/?p=2665 When summer arrives many children who receive free or reduced lunches during the school year may miss out on their midday meal. In Oviedo, Florida, the HOPE Foundation sponsors a program called “Kids of HOPE” which provides bag lunches for those children. Christine Wright, resource coordinator for the HOPE Foundation, explains how the program operates and Darlene Campbell and her daughter express their appreciation for the lunches. Feature length – 08:50

(Produced, reported and edited by Desta Horner)

With the end of the school year millions of poor children across the United States lose their access to free and reduced lunches at school. To help fill the 9 week gap until school begins in August, the HOPE Foundation of Oviedo, Florida is again providing free bag lunches for eligible children. Christine Wright, the resource coordinator and food pantry manager at HOPE, came up with the idea after seeing children from Jackson Heights Middle School loose their summer lunch program a few years ago.

In 2009, the Kids of HOPE initiative served 300 children with one meal a week during the 9 weeks of summer break. Now, in 2010, it has expanded to 3 days a week and expects to serve 450 children. Each meal costs approximately $2.10. For families in a tough economic climate, providing an extra meal for each child each day can be a strain.

Children or their parents can pick up the lunches at the Sunshine Food Pantry in Oviedo. The bags contain a small easy-opening canned meal (spaghetti, ravioli, etc), fruit, juice and a snack. Also each child who picks up a meal can choose a book for summer reading or may receive a tooth brush or shampoo and even a small piece of candy. These little extras are gathered by HOPE to accompany the lunch.

Donations from churches, individuals and grant aid helps fund the program but the program hasn’t yet reached its funding goal for the summer of 2010. Volunteer families assemble the bags and often decorate them and write a special message to place inside. The children who receive the lunches get great joy from these messages of love and support.

The HOPE Foundation website (link below) provides additional information and a chance to support this program.

Extended Interview & Pictures

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Christine Wright
and Desta Horner
Resource Coordinator
Extended interview (08:38)
Darlene Campbell
and Desta Horner
Extended interview (03:29 )
Christine Wright, Resource Coordinator, HOPE Foundation (photo - CMF Public Media) Mother Darlene Campbell (at right) and daughter Precious Angel (photo - CMF Public Media) Kelsey, Chris and Precious handing out lunch bags (photo - CMF Public Media)

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]]> http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/kids-of-hope/feed/ 0 When summer arrives many children who receive free or reduced lunches during the school year may miss out on their midday meal. In Oviedo, Florida, the HOPE Foundation sponsors a program called “Kids of HOPE” which provides bag lunches for those children. Christine Wright, resource coordinator for the HOPE Foundation, explains how the program operates and Darlene Campbell and her daughter express their appreciation for the lunches. Feature length – 08:50 (Produced, reported and edited by Desta Horner) With the end of the school year millions of poor children across the United States lose their access to free and reduced lunches at school. To help fill the 9 week gap until school begins in August, the HOPE Foundation of Oviedo, Florida is again providing free bag lunches for eligible children. Christine Wright, the resource coordinator and food pantry manager at HOPE, came up with the idea after seeing children from Jackson Heights Middle School loose their summer lunch program a few years ago. In 2009, the Kids of HOPE initiative served 300 children with one meal a week during the 9 weeks of summer break. Now, in 2010, it has expanded to 3 days a week and expects to serve 450 children. Each meal costs approximately $2.10. For families in a tough economic climate, providing an extra meal for each child each day can be a strain. Children or their parents can pick up the lunches at the Sunshine Food Pantry in Oviedo. The bags contain a small easy-opening canned meal (spaghetti, ravioli, etc), fruit, juice and a snack. Also each child who picks up a meal can choose a book for summer reading or may receive a tooth brush or shampoo and even a small piece of candy. These little extras are gathered by HOPE to accompany the lunch. Donations from churches, individuals and grant aid helps fund the program but the program hasn’t yet reached its funding goal for the summer of 2010. Volunteer families assemble the bags and often decorate them and write a special message to place inside. The children who receive the lunches get great joy from these messages of love and support. The HOPE Foundation website (link below) provides additional information and a chance to support this program. Extended Interview & Pictures Click on the picture(s) to enlarge. Christine Wright and Desta Horner Resource Coordinator Extended interview (08:38) Darlene Campbell and Desta Horner Extended interview (03:29 ) Additional Feature Information The HOPE Foundation of Oviedo When summer arrives many children who receive free or reduced lunches during the school year may miss out on their midday meal. In Oviedo, Florida, the HOPE Foundation sponsors a program called “Kids of HOPE” which provides bag lunches for [...] Women Motorcyclists http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/women-motorcyclists/ http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/women-motorcyclists/#comments Thu, 17 Jun 2010 19:27:10 +0000 Webmaster http://cmfmedia.org/?p=2644 Women Motorcyclists More and more adventurous women are climbing aboard their own motorcycles and taking to the open road and we’ll enjoy hearing from local motorcyclists. The Chrome Angels of Central Florida discuss the combined pleasure of riding and raising money for women with cancer. Rider Susan Hughes of Sanford and Harley-Davidson sales manager Geno Demauro share their insights into this thriving women’s sport. Facing both the joy and the risk of riding is a daily thrill for the free-spirited women motorcyclists in Central Florida. Feature length – 21:10

(Produced, reported and edited by Desta Horner)

It is estimated that 10 -20% of all motorcycle owner/riders are women. From 2003 to 2008, the number of female motorcyclists increased 26 percent. The majority of those women are married and more than a quarter of them have a college degree. The median age of women riders is 42 and rising. One reason for this growth is the increase in women’s income which makes owning and operating a bike as well as an automobile quite feasible.

There are real risks in motorcycle riding. The federal government estimates that per mile traveled, the number of deaths on motorcycles in 2007 was about 37 times the number in cars. Motorcyclist deaths have been rising in recent years — more than doubling by 2008 from the record low in 1997. But the rate of accidents for women motorcyclists is far below men. While 10 to 20% of women are bikers, 97% of all motorcycle accidents involved men. An increasing percentage of women riders take a safety training course when they begin riding.

The Chrome Angels of Central Florida are an independent motorcycle riding association made up of women, bound together by a love of riding and a desire to make a positive impact in their community. Their main focus is to support individual women suffering from cancer and its financial strain. The group was founded in July 2003 by Jessi “SunDancer” Sills after losing her mother to breast cancer. She wanted to do something positive in her Mother’s memory and to help other women who were fighting this disease. As of this date they have contributed nearly $100,000 to assist women with cancer. Today, this group of women has about 15 active members with a positive reputation earned through its fundraising activities. The latest event is a Hawaiian Luau and Game run on July 24 check the Chrome Angels website for details.

Women have been riding motorcycles across the country since the early 1900’s. One of the pioneers was Bessie Stringfield known as the Motorcycle Queen of Miami. In the 1930’s and 40’s she made eight cross country trips. You can read about this African-American heroine and other famous women on wheels at the American Motorcycle Assoc. Hall of Fame.

Extended Interview & Pictures

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The Chrome Angels: (from left) President Jessi Sills, Valerie Gilardi, Trish Rose and Judy Hayes (photo - CMF Public Media)
Chrome Angels and Desta Horner
with Jessi Sills, Valerie Gilardi, Judy Hayes and Trish Rose
Extended interview (17:12)
Geon Demauro of Seminole Harley-Davidson (photo - CMF Public Media)
Geon Demauro and Desta Horner
Extended interview (06:05)
Susan Hughes of Sanford, Florida (photo - CMF Public Media)
Susan Hughes and Desta Horner
Extended interview (10:11)
Chrome Angels’ vests (photo - CMF Public Media) Susan Hughes on the road (photo - CMF Public Media) (from left) Valerie Gilardi, Jessi Sills (on bike), Trish Rose, Judy Hayes (photo - CMF Public Media)

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]]> http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/women-motorcyclists/feed/ 0 More and more adventurous women are climbing aboard their own motorcycles and taking to the open road and we’ll enjoy hearing from local motorcyclists. The Chrome Angels of Central Florida discuss the combined pleasure of riding and raising money for women with cancer. Rider Susan Hughes of Sanford and Harley-Davidson sales manager Geno Demauro share their insights into this thriving women’s sport. Facing both the joy and the risk of riding is a daily thrill for the free-spirited women motorcyclists in Central Florida. Feature length – 21:10 (Produced, reported and edited by Desta Horner) It is estimated that 10 -20% of all motorcycle owner/riders are women. From 2003 to 2008, the number of female motorcyclists increased 26 percent. The majority of those women are married and more than a quarter of them have a college degree. The median age of women riders is 42 and rising. One reason for this growth is the increase in women’s income which makes owning and operating a bike as well as an automobile quite feasible. There are real risks in motorcycle riding. The federal government estimates that per mile traveled, the number of deaths on motorcycles in 2007 was about 37 times the number in cars. Motorcyclist deaths have been rising in recent years — more than doubling by 2008 from the record low in 1997. But the rate of accidents for women motorcyclists is far below men. While 10 to 20% of women are bikers, 97% of all motorcycle accidents involved men. An increasing percentage of women riders take a safety training course when they begin riding. The Chrome Angels of Central Florida are an independent motorcycle riding association made up of women, bound together by a love of riding and a desire to make a positive impact in their community. Their main focus is to support individual women suffering from cancer and its financial strain. The group was founded in July 2003 by Jessi “SunDancer” Sills after losing her mother to breast cancer. She wanted to do something positive in her Mother’s memory and to help other women who were fighting this disease. As of this date they have contributed nearly $100,000 to assist women with cancer. Today, this group of women has about 15 active members with a positive reputation earned through its fundraising activities. The latest event is a Hawaiian Luau and Game run on July 24 check the Chrome Angels website for details. Women have been riding motorcycles across the country since the early 1900’s. One of the pioneers was Bessie Stringfield known as the Motorcycle Queen of Miami. In the 1930’s and 40’s she made eight cross country trips. You can read about this African-American heroine and other famous women on wheels at the American Motorcycle Assoc. Hall of Fame. Extended Interview & Pictures Click on the picture(s) to enlarge. Chrome Angels and Desta Horner with Jessi Sills, Valerie Gilardi, Judy Hayes and Trish Rose Extended interview (17:12) Geon Demauro and Desta Horner Extended interview (06:05) Susan Hughes and Desta Horner Extended interview (10:11) Additional Feature Information Chrome Angels of Central Florida, Inc. More and more adventurous women are climbing aboard their own motorcycles and taking to the open road and we’ll enjoy hearing from local motorcyclists. The Chrome Angels of Central Florida discuss the combined pleasure of riding and raising money [...] Central Florida Matters #15 http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/central-florida-matters-15/ http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/central-florida-matters-15/#comments Thu, 17 Jun 2010 19:25:44 +0000 Webmaster http://cmfmedia.org/?p=2624 In the conclusion of our 3-part series On Being Homeless in Seminole County, Fl., hear local experts discuss the possibilities of improving or reducing homelessness. Celebrate Women Motorcyclist Month through conversations with local Women on Wheels. Understand how major issues impact local candidates and voters in Seminole County.  Visit with the Kids of HOPE summer lunch program. And hear commentary from a formerly homeless Longwood, FL. resident on creating “safe zones” for the homeless.

These are the issues and voices featured in a traditional radio-style format in this complete version of Central Florida Matters, posted on line 6/17/2010. Feature length – 01:42:33

(Produced, reported and edited by Stephen McKenney Steck and Desta Horner)

Note: Desta and Steve will be taking a break from Central Florida Matters’ usual every 3-week edition of the program to enjoy a week or so at the beach with children and grandchildren and without microphones! So the next edition of Central Florida Matters will post on Thursday, July 29, 2010 and every 3-weeks thereafter.

]]> http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/central-florida-matters-15/feed/ 0 In the conclusion of our 3-part series On Being Homeless in Seminole County, Fl., hear local experts discuss the possibilities of improving or reducing homelessness. Celebrate Women Motorcyclist Month through conversations with local Women on Wheels. Understand how major issues impact local candidates and voters in Seminole County.  Visit with the Kids of HOPE summer lunch program. And hear commentary from a formerly homeless Longwood, FL. resident on creating “safe zones” for the homeless. These are the issues and voices featured in a traditional radio-style format in this complete version of Central Florida Matters, posted on line 6/17/2010. Feature length – 01:42:33 (Produced, reported and edited by Stephen McKenney Steck and Desta Horner) Note: Desta and Steve will be taking a break from Central Florida Matters’ usual every 3-week edition of the program to enjoy a week or so at the beach with children and grandchildren and without microphones! So the next edition of Central Florida Matters will post on Thursday, July 29, 2010 and every 3-weeks thereafter. In the conclusion of our 3-part series On Being Homeless in Seminole County, Fl., hear local experts discuss the possibilities of improving or reducing homelessness. Celebrate Women Motorcyclist Month through conversations with local Women on [...] Judicial Review: Meet the Candidates http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/judicial-review-meet-the-candidates/ http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/judicial-review-meet-the-candidates/#comments Tue, 08 Jun 2010 19:30:16 +0000 Webmaster http://cmfmedia.org/?p=2567 Hear remarks by non-partisan candidates standing for election or reelection as judges in the 18th Circuit Court District of Florida – which includes Seminole County – and candidates for Seminole County Judge. In the order in which they are heard, the candidates included Jeff Dowdy (represented by Bobbi Bullington) and Michael Rudisill for 18th Circuit Court/Seat 16; Carsandra D. Buie, Oscar Hotusing, and Jessica Recksiedler for 18th Judicial Circuit/Seat 3; Linda Schoonover and Clayton D. Simmons for 18th Judicial Circuit/Seat 24; Greg Hass, Debra L. Krause, Amir A. Ladan, and Frederic M. Schott for Seminole County Court/Group 5. Each candidate was given 90 seconds to introduce him or herself to voters and to highlight his or her qualifications and experience.
Feature Length — 42:23

Photos courtesy – GK Sharman and CMF Public Media

Key Participants

Jane Lane, president, League of Women Voters of Seminole County (photo - CMF Public Media)
Jane Lane
President, League of Women Voters of Seminole County
 Kenneth Leffler, retired Seminole-Brevard Circuit Judge (photo - GK Sharman)
Kenneth Leffler
Retired Seminole-Brevard Circuit Judge

Judicial Candidates

(as provided to Seminole County Supervisor of Elections)

Circuit Court Judge — 18th Judicial, Group 16

Bobby Bullington representing candidate Jeff Dowdy, Circuit Court Judge -- 18th Judicial, Group 16 (photo - GK Sharman)
Jeff Dowdy
Represented by Bobby Bullington

720 W. SR 434
Winter Springs, Florida 32708
(407) 327-5865
email | website

 Michael Rudisill, candidate Circuit Court Judge -- 18th Judicial, Group 16 (photo - GK Sharman)
Michael Rudisill

P.O. Box 471472
Lake Monroe, Florida 32747
email | website

Circuit Court Judge — 18th Judicial, Group 3

Carsandra D. Buie, candidate, Circuit Court Judge -- 18th Judicial, Group 3 (photo - CMF Public Media)
Carsandra D. Buie

P.O. Box 2920
Sanford, Florida 32772-2920
(321) 363-3039
website

 Oscar Hotusing, candidate Circuit Court Judge -- 18th Judicial, Group 3 (photo - GK Sharman)
Oscar Hotusing

(321) 610-8949
email | website
Jessica Recksiedler, candidate Circuit Court Judge -- 18th Judicial, Group 3 (photo - GK Sharman)
Jessica Recksiedler

P. O. Box 471366
Lake Monroe, Florida 32747-1366
(407) 497-2976
email | website

Circuit Court Judge — 18th Judicial, Group 24

Linda Schoonover, candidate Circuit Court Judge -- 18th Judicial, Group 24 (photo - GK Sharman)
Linda Schoonover

1301 South International Parkway, Suite 1041
Lake Mary, Florida 32746
(407) 865-3810
email | website

 Clayton Simmons, candidate Circuit Court Judge -- 18th Judicial, Group 24 (photo - GK Sharman)
Clayton Simmons

website

Seminole County Court Judge – Group 5

Greg Hass, candidate Seminole County Court Judge, Group 5 (photo - GK Sharman)
Greg Hass

P.O. Box 5601
Longwood, Florida 32791
(407) 718-6415
email | website

 Debra Krause, candidate Seminole County Court Judge, Group 5 (photo - GK Sharman)
Debra L. Krause

137 Academy Oaks Place
Altamonte Springs, Florida 32714
email
Amir A. Ladan, candidate Seminole County Court Judge, Group 5 (photo - GK Sharman)
Amir A. Ladan

P.O. Box 195517
Winter Springs, Florida 32719-5517
(407) 383-9073
email | website

 Fred Schott, candidate Seminole County Court Judge, Group 5 (photo - GK Sharman)
Fred Schott

2056 Hutton Point
Longwood, Florida 32779
(407) 491-9125
email | website

Pictures

Photo Credit – GK Sharmin and CMF Media

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Retired Judge Kenneth Leffler addresses League of Women Voters of Seminole County members and guests at Hot Topics Luncheon (photo - CMF Public Media)

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Panel Discussion Summary

This summary is written by League member Heather Torre

On May 27, 2010, the Seminole County League of Women Voters held another in their series of Hot Topic luncheons. This luncheon focused on the Judiciary and was attended by judicial candidates for both the circuit and the county court level. The program began with remarks by Judge Kenneth Leffler. Judge Leffler retired after many years of service on the bench in Seminole County.

Judge Leffler’s introductory remarks focused on his criteria for selecting a competent judge. Judge Leffler gave the audience a set of six categories a voter should consider when evaluating judicial candidates. First, a candidate must have legal acumen. A judge needs to have the ability to make good, timely legal decisions. The judge should be a good listener and be “steeped’ in the law. Leffler pointed to a judge’s ability to reason and to establish a foundation for decision-making based on reason and not prejudice or outside influences. Second, voters should look at the reputation of a judicial candidate. Good character and honesty are important for those seeking the bench. Judge Leffler quoted the philosopher, Sir Francis Bacon, when he wrote of judges, “integrity is their portion and proper virtue.” Third, judges must be fair and open-minded. Leffler stressed the necessity of a judiciary unbiased and apolitical. Fourth, a judicial candidate should have an open history. Leffler noted that a wide and varied experience is helpful to a judge when deciding cases. Voters should also examine a candidate’s memberships in organizations, honors received, and prior service to the public. Finally, Judge Leffler noted the need for judicial candidates to have a judicial temperament. Judges, in Leffler’s analysis, should be even-tempered, attentive, courteous, mature, and punctual.

]]> http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/judicial-review-meet-the-candidates/feed/ 2 Hear remarks by non-partisan candidates standing for election or reelection as judges in the 18th Circuit Court District of Florida – which includes Seminole County – and candidates for Seminole County Judge. In the order in which they are heard, the candidates included Jeff Dowdy (represented by Bobbi Bullington) and Michael Rudisill for 18th Circuit Court/Seat 16; Carsandra D. Buie, Oscar Hotusing, and Jessica Recksiedler for 18th Judicial Circuit/Seat 3; Linda Schoonover and Clayton D. Simmons for 18th Judicial Circuit/Seat 24; Greg Hass, Debra L. Krause, Amir A. Ladan, and Frederic M. Schott for Seminole County Court/Group 5. Each candidate was given 90 seconds to introduce him or herself to voters and to highlight his or her qualifications and experience. Feature Length — 42:23 Photos courtesy – GK Sharman and CMF Public Media Key Participants Jane Lane President, League of Women Voters of Seminole County Kenneth Leffler Retired Seminole-Brevard Circuit Judge Judicial Candidates (as provided to Seminole County Supervisor of Elections) Circuit Court Judge — 18th Judicial, Group 16 Jeff Dowdy Represented by Bobby Bullington 720 W. SR 434 Winter Springs, Florida 32708 (407) 327-5865 email | website Michael Rudisill P.O. Box 471472 Lake Monroe, Florida 32747 email | website Circuit Court Judge — 18th Judicial, Group 3 Carsandra D. Buie P.O. Box 2920 Sanford, Florida 32772-2920 (321) 363-3039 website Oscar Hotusing (321) 610-8949 email | website Jessica Recksiedler P. O. Box 471366 Lake Monroe, Florida 32747-1366 (407) 497-2976 email | website Circuit Court Judge — 18th Judicial, Group 24 Linda Schoonover 1301 South International Parkway, Suite 1041 Lake Mary, Florida 32746 (407) 865-3810 email | website Clayton Simmons website Seminole County Court Judge – Group 5 Greg Hass P.O. Box 5601 Longwood, Florida 32791 (407) 718-6415 email | website Debra L. Krause 137 Academy Oaks Place Altamonte Springs, Florida 32714 email Amir A. Ladan P.O. Box 195517 Winter Springs, Florida 32719-5517 (407) 383-9073 email | website Fred Schott 2056 Hutton Point Longwood, Florida 32779 (407) 491-9125 email | website Pictures Photo Credit – GK Sharmin and CMF Media After you launch the slideshow below, click “Next” and “Previous” to rotate through the photos. Additional Useful Links Eighteenth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida (serving Brevard and Seminole counties) Seminole County Clerk of Courts Seminole County Supervisor of Elections Office League of Women Voters of Seminole County League of Women Voters of Florida Panel Discussion Summary This summary is written by League member Heather Torre On May 27, 2010, the Seminole County League of Women Voters held another in their series of Hot Topic luncheons. This luncheon focused on the Judiciary and was attended by judicial candidates for both the circuit and the county court level. The program began with remarks by Judge Kenneth Leffler. Judge Leffler retired after many years of service on the bench in Seminole County. Judge Leffler’s introductory remarks focused on his criteria for selecting a competent judge. Judge Leffler gave the audience a set of six categories a voter should consider when evaluating judicial candidates. First, a candidate must have legal acumen. A judge needs to have the ability to make good, timely legal decisions. The judge should be a good listener and be “steeped’ in the law. Leffler pointed to a judge’s ability to reason and to establish a foundation for decision-making based on reason and not prejudice or outside influences. Second, voters should look at the reputation of a judicial candidate. Good character and honesty are important for those seeking the bench. Judge Leffler quoted the philosopher, Sir Francis Bacon, when he wrote of judges, “integrity is their portion and proper virtue.” Third, judges must be fair and [...] Hear remarks by non-partisan candidates standing for election or reelection as judges in the 18th Circuit Court District of Florida – which includes Seminole County – and candidates for Seminole County Judge. In the order in which they are [...] Broadband & the Innovation Economy http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/broadband-the-innovation-economy/ http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/broadband-the-innovation-economy/#comments Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:31:56 +0000 Webmaster http://cmfmedia.org/?p=2508

“Broadband and the Innovation Economy” featuring Joel L. Hartman, Vice Provost for Information Technologies and Resources at the University of Central Florida is the subject in this gavel-to-gavel recording of the Oviedo-Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce monthly membership luncheon. Hartman’s 30-minute presentation includes remarks defining “broadband” and “innovation economy,” how the two are connected and their relationship to central Florida. Audience questions at the conclusion of his prepared remarks answer issues surrounding the digital divide and net neutrality. This presentation was recorded Thursday, May 20, 2010 at the Tuscawilla Country Club in Winter Springs, Florida.
Feature Length — 45:12

Selected photos courtesy – Charles Wells Photography

Key Participant

Joel L. Hartman
Vice Provost for Information Technologies and Resources

bio

Relevant External Links on Subjects Addressed by Joel L. Hartman (in approximate order of mention)

Facilitating Participants

Cynthia Sucher, Chamber Board President, and Associate Vice President for Community Relations at University of Central Florida (photo: Charles Wells Photography)
Cynthia Sucher
Chamber Board President, and Associate Vice President for Community Relations at University of Central Florida

website
Cory Skeates
Executive Director, Oviedo Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce

website

Phil Cloninger Memorial Scholarship Presentation

Karen Astringer, VP/Education Committee (OWSRCC) and President, Resilience Counseling Center, Inc. (photo: Charles Wells Photography)
Karen Astringer
VP/Education Committee (OWSRCC) and President, Resilience Counseling Center, Inc.

website
Oviedo High School
Student – Tara Stanko, 12th grade at Oviedo High School

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Krewe of Leaders Recognition
Krewe of Leaders

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Additional Useful links

Pictures

Additional Event Pictures (selected photos courtesy GK Charles Wells Photography)

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Additional Event Information

This presentation marks the fifth in a series of collaborations Carroll McKenney Public Media has initiated with the Oviedo/Winter Springs Florida Regional Chamber of Commerce through a series of on-going programs staged by the chamber to address a range of important issues relevant to the business community and the general population in the Oviedo and Winter Springs communities served by the chamber.

While at the Heard in Central Florida Web site you may listen to the growing archive of previous chamber luncheon events featuring… the Oviedo and Winter Springs mayor’s “state of the cities” address, an overview of high-tech innovation along the 417 Corridor, a presentation regarding state constitutional amendments, and comments from Donnie Jones, new head coach of the University of Central Florida Men’s basketball team.

]]> http://cmfmedia.org/2010/06/broadband-the-innovation-economy/feed/ 0 “Broadband and the Innovation Economy” featuring Joel L. Hartman, Vice Provost for Information Technologies and Resources at the University of Central Florida is the subject in this gavel-to-gavel recording of the Oviedo-Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce monthly membership luncheon. Hartman’s 30-minute presentation includes remarks defining “broadband” and “innovation economy,” how the two are connected and their relationship to central Florida. Audience questions at the conclusion of his prepared remarks answer issues surrounding the digital divide and net neutrality. This presentation was recorded Thursday, May 20, 2010 at the Tuscawilla Country Club in Winter Springs, Florida. Feature Length — 45:12 Selected photos courtesy – Charles Wells Photography Key Participant Joel L. Hartman Vice Provost for Information Technologies and Resources bio Relevant External Links on Subjects Addressed by Joel L. Hartman (in approximate order of mention) National Telecommunications and Information Administration’s Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP) United States Department of Agriculture’s Broadband Loan program BroadbandUSA.gov – The portal to apply for broadband funding under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) National Broadband Plan Florida LambdaRail – Florida’s Research and Education Network National LambdaRail – The Network for Advanced Research and Innovation Internet 2 Google Fiber for Communities (including map) Local Community Options – One Broward Network Palm Beach Broadband Coalition Facilitating Participants Cynthia Sucher Chamber Board President, and Associate Vice President for Community Relations at University of Central Florida website Cory Skeates Executive Director, Oviedo Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce website Phil Cloninger Memorial Scholarship Presentation Karen Astringer VP/Education Committee (OWSRCC) and President, Resilience Counseling Center, Inc. website Oviedo High School Student – Tara Stanko, 12th grade at Oviedo High School website Krewe of Leaders Recognition Krewe of Leaders website Additional Useful links Oviedo Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce Tuscawilla Country Club BroadbandUSA.gov – The portal to apply for broadband funding under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Pictures Additional Event Pictures (selected photos courtesy GK Charles Wells Photography) After you launch the slideshow below, click “Next” and “Previous” to rotate through the photos. Additional Event Information This presentation marks the fifth in a series of collaborations Carroll McKenney Public Media has initiated with the Oviedo/Winter Springs Florida Regional Chamber of Commerce through a series of on-going programs staged by the chamber to address a range of important issues relevant to the business community and the general population in the Oviedo and Winter Springs communities served by the chamber. While at the Heard in Central Florida Web site you may listen to the growing archive of previous chamber luncheon events featuring… the Oviedo and Winter Springs mayor’s “state of the cities” address, an overview of high-tech innovation along the 417 Corridor, a presentation regarding state constitutional amendments, and comments from Donnie Jones, new head coach of the University of Central Florida Men’s basketball team. “Broadband and the Innovation Economy” featuring Joel L. Hartman, Vice Provost for Information Technologies and Resources at the University of Central Florida is the subject in this gavel-to-gavel recording of the Oviedo-Winter Springs Regional [...] Are We Failing Our Children? http://cmfmedia.org/2010/05/are-we-failing-our-children/ http://cmfmedia.org/2010/05/are-we-failing-our-children/#comments Thu, 13 May 2010 19:30:23 +0000 Webmaster http://cmfmedia.org/?p=2396 Lawton 'Bud' Chiles Hear the Orange County Florida League of Women Voter’s May 5, 2010 Hot Topics’ Luncheon program featuring the remarks of Lawton “Bud” Chiles, president of the Lawton Chiles Foundation on the subject of “Are We Failing Our Children?” and their campaign known as Worst to First, an initiative to raise Florida’s ranking in the state’s investment in children’s education, health, and social well being, compared to the investments of other states. Also, Deirdre Macnab, league member and president of the Florida League of Women Voter’s provides a status report regarding the Fair Districts Florida state constitutional amendment on the ballot for voter consideration in November. And league member, Marc Lovett, co-chair of its Social Policy Committee provides a report regarding the activities of the committee. Feature Length — 55:17

The late Florida Governor Lawton Chiles was a fierce advocate for children’s rights and during his years in the Governor’s Mansion many child advocacy programs, including Healthy Start, were approved. But today, while statewide statistics related to the wellbeing of children are dismal, programs to help them are under attack. Enter Lawton “Bud” Chiles: Chiles has taken a page out of his father’s campaign book and is walking the state, spreading the message about the importance of investing in children. Hear the story of his “Worst to First” initiative, a statewide advocacy campaign to make children’s issues the top priority for Florida’s leaders.

Key Participants

Lawton "Bud" Chiles, president, Lawton Chiles Foundation (photo: CMF Public Media)
Lawton “Bud” Chiles
President, Lawton Chiles Foundation

website
bio

 Program moderator, Linda Sutherland, executive director, Orange County Healthy Start Coalition (photo: CMF Public Media)
Linda Sutherland
Executive director, Orange County Healthy Start Coalition

website
bio
Deirdre Macnab, president, League of Women Voters of Florida (photo: CMF Public Media)
Deirdre Macnab
League Member and President, League of Women Voters of Florida

website
bio

 Charley Williams, president, League of Women Voters of Orange County (photo - CMF Public Media)
Charley Williams
League Member and President, League of Women Voters of Orange County

website
Marc Lovett, co-chair, Social Policy Committee, League of Women Voters of Orange County (photo: CMF Public Media)
Marc Lovett
league member and co-chair, Social Policy Committee

Relevant External Links on Issues Addressed by Panel Speaker (in approximate order of reference)…

Linda Sutherland

Lawton “Bud” Chiles

Marc Lovett

Deirdre Macnab

Pictures

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(from left) Lawton "Bud" Chiles, speaker; Linda Sutherland, moderator; and Charley Williams, president, League of Women Voters of Orange County (photo: CMF Public Media)

Summary

This summary is from the Worst to First website

Is Florida the worst? Yes, in nearly every measure of how our state pays for and provides care to vulnerable children, our state is at or near the bottom of the national rankings.

As the 4th largest state in the country, and one of the most prosperous, Florida should be a leader in the health, education, and investment we make in our children’s future.

And we once were: Florida led the country with innovative programs to make sure every child entered kindergarten ready to learn. We developed cutting-edge anti-smoking programs that cut the rates of teen smoking dramatically, using the money we obtained from suing the big tobacco companies to do it.
But now, instead of being first—or even among the upper half of states on indicators of the child well-being, we are in the bottom 10 to 15, competing for 50th with Mississippi and Texas in the percent of working parents who go to sleep at night worrying that if their kids get sick, they won’t be able to afford to take them to the doctor.

Those aren’t Florida values. We should be leading the nation in the quality of our schools and the health of our kids, not in teen pregnancy and juvenile incarceration. Middle class parents should be able to send their kids to public schools that will prepare them to compete in the 21st century global economy, and people who work hard but are still struggling to make ends meet, or are losing their jobs in these tough economic times, should know that their kids will have the ability to see a doctor and get the kind of education that will help them fulfill their God-given potential.

We should be investing in success—healthy, well-educated children—not paying for failure. We shouldn’t be spending our tax dollars on remedial education for kids when we could have spent a fraction of those dollars preventing the problems in the first place by making sure all of our children have a running start by the time they reach kindergarten. We shouldn’t be spending our tax dollars building new detention centers and prison cells for teenagers when, if we had intervened early, could have spent a fraction of those dollars building new college classrooms. And we shouldn’t be spending hundreds of thousands of taxpayer dollars on costly procedures to try to save sick infants when we could have prevented them from being born early and ill had we invested a fraction of that money in preventive care for unborn children. Investing in our children is not just the right thing to do. It’s also the fiscally responsible thing to do.

]]> http://cmfmedia.org/2010/05/are-we-failing-our-children/feed/ 0 Hear the Orange County Florida League of Women Voter’s May 5, 2010 Hot Topics’ Luncheon program featuring the remarks of Lawton “Bud” Chiles, president of the Lawton Chiles Foundation on the subject of “Are We Failing Our Children?” and their campaign known as Worst to First, an initiative to raise Florida’s ranking in the state’s investment in children’s education, health, and social well being, compared to the investments of other states. Also, Deirdre Macnab, league member and president of the Florida League of Women Voter’s provides a status report regarding the Fair Districts Florida state constitutional amendment on the ballot for voter consideration in November. And league member, Marc Lovett, co-chair of its Social Policy Committee provides a report regarding the activities of the committee. Feature Length — 55:17 The late Florida Governor Lawton Chiles was a fierce advocate for children’s rights and during his years in the Governor’s Mansion many child advocacy programs, including Healthy Start, were approved. But today, while statewide statistics related to the wellbeing of children are dismal, programs to help them are under attack. Enter Lawton “Bud” Chiles: Chiles has taken a page out of his father’s campaign book and is walking the state, spreading the message about the importance of investing in children. Hear the story of his “Worst to First” initiative, a statewide advocacy campaign to make children’s issues the top priority for Florida’s leaders. Key Participants Lawton “Bud” Chiles President, Lawton Chiles Foundation website bio Linda Sutherland Executive director, Orange County Healthy Start Coalition website bio Deirdre Macnab League Member and President, League of Women Voters of Florida website bio Charley Williams League Member and President, League of Women Voters of Orange County website Marc Lovett league member and co-chair, Social Policy Committee Relevant External Links on Issues Addressed by Panel Speaker (in approximate order of reference)… Linda Sutherland Orlando Sentinel/Scott Maxwell “Your quick guide to Legislature’s highs and lows.” Hope World Wide Lawton Chiles Foundation Lawton “Bud” Chiles Lawton Chiles Endowment Fund The Florida Constitution Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) Florida TRUTH anti-smoking campaign Children’s Week Community Innovation Awards Luncheon Worst To First’s indicators Florida Children’s Service Council Marc Lovett Social Policy Committee Update Guardian ad Litem Florida Parent Teachers Association Deirdre Macnab Fair Districts Florida Federal Voting Rights Laws Florida League of Cities Florida Association of Counties Florida League of Women Voters Pictures After you launch the slideshow below, click “Next” and “Previous” to rotate through the photos. Summary This summary is from the Worst to First website Is Florida the worst? Yes, in nearly every measure of how our state pays for and provides care to vulnerable children, our state is at or near the bottom of the national rankings. As the 4th largest state in the country, and one of the most prosperous, Florida should be a leader in the health, education, and investment we make in our children’s future. And we once were: Florida led the country with innovative programs to make sure every child entered kindergarten ready to learn. We developed cutting-edge anti-smoking programs that cut the rates of teen smoking dramatically, using the money we obtained from suing the big tobacco companies to do it. But now, instead of being first—or even among the upper half of states on indicators of the child well-being, we are in the bottom 10 to 15, competing for 50th with Mississippi and Texas in the percent of working parents who go to sleep at night worrying that if their kids get sick, they won’t be able to afford to take them to the doctor. Those aren’t [...] Hear the Orange County Florida League of Women Voter’s May 5, 2010 Hot Topics’ Luncheon program featuring the remarks of Lawton “Bud” Chiles, president of the Lawton Chiles Foundation on the subject of “Are We Failing Our Children?” and [...] Commentary http://cmfmedia.org/2010/05/commentary-10/ http://cmfmedia.org/2010/05/commentary-10/#comments Thu, 06 May 2010 19:25:46 +0000 Webmaster http://cmfmedia.org/?p=2361 Cade Resnick A feature of every Central Florida Matters is a 3-minute commentary presented by a voice that matters on an issue that voice believes matters.

The voice you’ll hear is that of Winter Springs, Florida resident Cade Resnick, a local mental health counselor commenting on community issues surrounding the rescue of Nadia Bloom. Feature length – 03:41

(Produced, reported and edited by Stephen McKenney Steck)

Central Florida Matters encourages you to post your own reaction to this commentary. Below, you will find useful links related to the commentary, including a transcript, biographical information and related pictures.

Should you wish to be considered for a commentary segment on Central Florida Matters, please click on the “contact” link to send us an email which should include adequate information for us to understand your issue. And please include a daytime telephone number where we may reach you.

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]]> http://cmfmedia.org/2010/05/commentary-10/feed/ 0 A feature of every Central Florida Matters is a 3-minute commentary presented by a voice that matters on an issue that voice believes matters. The voice you’ll hear is that of Winter Springs, Florida resident Cade Resnick, a local mental health counselor commenting on community issues surrounding the rescue of Nadia Bloom. Feature length – 03:41 (Produced, reported and edited by Stephen McKenney Steck) Central Florida Matters encourages you to post your own reaction to this commentary. Below, you will find useful links related to the commentary, including a transcript, biographical information and related pictures. Should you wish to be considered for a commentary segment on Central Florida Matters, please click on the “contact” link to send us an email which should include adequate information for us to understand your issue. And please include a daytime telephone number where we may reach you. Additional Feature Information Commentary Transcript Cade Resnick – Bio Resilience Counseling Center A feature of every Central Florida Matters is a 3-minute commentary presented by a voice that matters on an issue that voice believes matters. The voice you’ll hear is that of Winter Springs, Florida resident Cade Resnick, a local mental health [...] Future of UCF Men’s Basketball http://cmfmedia.org/2010/04/future-of-ucf-mens-basketball/ http://cmfmedia.org/2010/04/future-of-ucf-mens-basketball/#comments Thu, 22 Apr 2010 19:30:22 +0000 Webmaster http://cmfmedia.org/?p=2276 The future of UCF Men's Basketball The future of University of Central Florida men’s basketball is the subject of remarks from Donnie Jones new head coach of the UCF Knights. This 17-minute presentation includes remarks on his first several weeks on the UCF campus, his assistant coaching career at University of Florida and his head coaching career at Marshall University, his player recruiting initiatives, his preference for “short and fast” team play, and the positive impact players have had on his own life. The remainder of the event, at a length of 4-minutes, includes a check presentation to the chamber by a prominent civic group – known as the Krewe of Leaders, and recognition by the chamber of its students of the month.
Feature Length — 28:01

Selected photos courtesy of Charles Wells Photography.

Bios

Key Participant
Donnie Jones, head coach, UCF men's basketball (photo - Charles Wells Photography)
Donnie Jones
Head Coach, UCF Men’s Basketball

biography
Facilitating Participants
Cynthia Sucher, Chamber Board President, and Associate Vice President for Community Relations at University of Central Florida (photo: Charles Wells Photography)
Cynthia Sucher
Chamber Board President, and Associate Vice President for Community Relations at University of Central Florida

website
Cory Skeates
Executive Director, Oviedo Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce

website
Student of the Month Recognition
Karen Astringer, VP/Education Committee (OWSRCC) and President, Resilience Counseling Center, Inc. (photo: Charles Wells Photography)
Karen Astringer
VP/Education Committee (OWSRCC) and President, Resilience Counseling Center, Inc.

website
Winter Springs High School student of the month: Kevin W. Deese & Sue Deese (mother) (photo - Charles Wells Photography)
Kevin W. Deese
Student, Winter Springs High School

website

 Indian Trails Middle school student of the month, from left Maria Elena Rodriguez (mother) and Marines Rodriguez (student) (photo - CMF Public Media)
Marines Rodriguez
Student, Indian Trails Middle School

website
From left: Karen Astringer, chamber VP for education; Winter Springs High School student Kevin Deese; and Cory Skeates, chamber executive director (photo - Charles Wells Photography) Winter Springs High School student of the month, from left: Angela Iversen (chamber education committee member), Dale Phillips (assistant principal), Kevin W. Deese (student), Bob Deese (father) and Sue Deese (mother) (photo - CMF Public Media) Winter Springs High School student of the month: from left -- Bob Deese (father), Kevin W. Deese (student), Sue Deese (mother) (photo - CMF Public Media) From left: Karen Astringer, chamber VP for education; Indian Trails Middle School student Marines Rodriguez; and Cory Skeates, chamber executive director (photo - Charles Wells Photography) Indian Trails Middle school student of the month, from left: Angela Iversen, Maria Elena Rodriguez (mother), Marines Rodriguez (student) and Sonja Ruggles (guidance counselor) (photo - CMF Public Media)

Relevant Links on Subjects Addressed by Coach Jones

Additional Useful links

Pictures

“Various Luncheon Pictures” Photo Credit – GK Sharmin

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Jolene Burns and Rick Burns, luncheon attendees (photo - Charles Wells Photography)

Additional Event Information

In this gavel-to-gavel presentation, the Oviedo-Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce presents “The Future of University of Central Florida Men’s Basketball, featuring remarks from Donnie Jones in his first public speaking engagement as the new head coach of the UCF Knights. Jones’ remarks were recorded Thursday, April 15, 2010 at the Tuscawilla Country Club in Winter Springs, Florida, before a luncheon audience of 125 members and guests.

His 17-minute presentation includes remarks on his first several weeks on the UCF campus, his assistant coaching career at University of Florida and his head coaching career at Marshall University, his player recruiting initiatives, his preference for “short and fast” team play, and the positive impact players have had on his own life..

After coach Donnie Jones’ presentation, the remainder of the event, at a length of 4-minutes, includes a check presentation to the chamber by a prominent civic group – known as the Krewe of Leaders, and recognition by the chamber of its students of the month.

Voices you will hear facilitating this program are chamber executive director, Corey Skeates, and Cynthia Sucher, president of the Oviedo Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce and associate vice-president of community relations for University of Central Florida.

This presentation marks the fourth in a series of collaborations Carroll McKenney Public Media has initiated with the Oviedo/Winter Springs Florida Regional Chamber of Commerce through a series of on-going programs staged by the chamber to address a range of important issues relevant to the business community and the general population in the Oviedo and Winter Springs communities served by the chamber.

While at the Heard in Central Florida Web site you may listen to the growing archive of previous chamber luncheon events featuring… the Oviedo and Winter Springs mayor’s “state of the cities” address, an overview of high-tech innovation along the 417 Corridor, and a presentation regarding state constitutional amendments.

This series has a companion page called Central Florida Matters. Click on the orange CMF logo in the upper left of the Web page and you’ll hear features important to those of us who live, work and raise our families here…because Central Florida matters!

]]> http://cmfmedia.org/2010/04/future-of-ucf-mens-basketball/feed/ 1 The future of University of Central Florida men’s basketball is the subject of remarks from Donnie Jones new head coach of the UCF Knights. This 17-minute presentation includes remarks on his first several weeks on the UCF campus, his assistant coaching career at University of Florida and his head coaching career at Marshall University, his player recruiting initiatives, his preference for “short and fast” team play, and the positive impact players have had on his own life. The remainder of the event, at a length of 4-minutes, includes a check presentation to the chamber by a prominent civic group – known as the Krewe of Leaders, and recognition by the chamber of its students of the month. Feature Length — 28:01 Selected photos courtesy of Charles Wells Photography. Bios Key Participant Donnie Jones Head Coach, UCF Men’s Basketball biography Facilitating Participants Cynthia Sucher Chamber Board President, and Associate Vice President for Community Relations at University of Central Florida website Cory Skeates Executive Director, Oviedo Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce website Student of the Month Recognition Karen Astringer VP/Education Committee (OWSRCC) and President, Resilience Counseling Center, Inc. website Kevin W. Deese Student, Winter Springs High School website Marines Rodriguez Student, Indian Trails Middle School website Relevant Links on Subjects Addressed by Coach Jones Basketball – University of Central Florida Basketball – Marshall University Basketball – University of Florida Additional Useful links Oviedo Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce Tuscawilla Country Club Krewe of Leaders Pictures “Various Luncheon Pictures” Photo Credit – GK Sharmin After you launch the slideshow below, click “Next” and “Previous” to rotate through the photos. Additional Event Information In this gavel-to-gavel presentation, the Oviedo-Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce presents “The Future of University of Central Florida Men’s Basketball, featuring remarks from Donnie Jones in his first public speaking engagement as the new head coach of the UCF Knights. Jones’ remarks were recorded Thursday, April 15, 2010 at the Tuscawilla Country Club in Winter Springs, Florida, before a luncheon audience of 125 members and guests. His 17-minute presentation includes remarks on his first several weeks on the UCF campus, his assistant coaching career at University of Florida and his head coaching career at Marshall University, his player recruiting initiatives, his preference for “short and fast” team play, and the positive impact players have had on his own life.. After coach Donnie Jones’ presentation, the remainder of the event, at a length of 4-minutes, includes a check presentation to the chamber by a prominent civic group – known as the Krewe of Leaders, and recognition by the chamber of its students of the month. Voices you will hear facilitating this program are chamber executive director, Corey Skeates, and Cynthia Sucher, president of the Oviedo Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce and associate vice-president of community relations for University of Central Florida. This presentation marks the fourth in a series of collaborations Carroll McKenney Public Media has initiated with the Oviedo/Winter Springs Florida Regional Chamber of Commerce through a series of on-going programs staged by the chamber to address a range of important issues relevant to the business community and the general population in the Oviedo and Winter Springs communities served by the chamber. While at the Heard in Central Florida Web site you may listen to the growing archive of previous chamber luncheon events featuring… the Oviedo and Winter Springs mayor’s “state of the cities” address, an overview of high-tech innovation along the 417 Corridor, and a presentation regarding state constitutional [...] The future of University of Central Florida men’s basketball is the subject of remarks from Donnie Jones new head coach of the UCF Knights. This 17-minute presentation includes remarks on his first several weeks on the UCF campus, his assistant [...]