The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
PAGE 11 - March 24, 2010
Levy Commission - From page 1
Editorial - Opinion - Commentary
ing to run against Nancy Bell, Dist. 2 commissioner. Johnson’s new home is located across
From Yankeetown Town Hall
the street and about a mile from his current address. The new address is in Dist. 2.
This press release is to inform the citizens of Levy County of my intentions regarding
my appointed position as Levy County Commissioner for District 1. I have recently sent my
A Guest Commentary by Mayor Dawn Clary
Letter of Resignation from my appointed position as Levy County Commissioner District 1
WGP News - Ms. Linda Cohan has agreed to continue on as the Chairperson of
to Governor Crist. I must resign to be eligible to run for the position of Levy County Com-
the Board of Trustees and was confirmed by council for another term. Best of Luck to her.
missioner, District 2 according to Florida Resign to Run Law (s.99.012 (3). No person may
Scott Gibson of Gibson Tree service donated his crew and equipment for tree trimming and
qualify as a candidate for more than one public office, if the terms or any part thereof run
cleanup around the museum at the park. One tree was removed that had unfortunately come
concurrently with each other. Although my family and I currently live in District 1, we will
up too close to the maintenance building and was tearing off the eave of the building. Also
be building our home in District 2.
the new exterior stairs are being constructed and should be finished soon.
According to the Florida Statues, the resignation must be effective no later than the date the
Nitty Gritty of Everyday - Maintenance staff flushed a portion of the town’s cul-
candidate/officer would take office, if elected. I may hold my position as District 1 Commis-
verts last week. We have developed a schedule for flushing out culverts on a regular basis
sioner, until November 16, 2010 at which time the General Election would be completed and
to try to keep them as clear as possible. This year’s budget includes money to replace some
new officers would take their elected position.
of the culverts that have problems such as crushed ends etc.
A copy of my Letter of Resignation is included with this release.
We are getting estimates to repair the roof on the Children’s Park Pavilion. It has
Dear Governor Crist:
quite a few holes and it would be nice to repair it if the budget allows. Norm Shannahan
Please except this Letter of Resignation from my appointed position as Levy County
donated some shelves to the water department to store parts.
Commissioner District 1, effective November 16, 2010. I am resigning this position in order
It’s A Good Thing - Census forms are being received. Please fill them out and send
to run for Levy County Commissioner District 2 in the 2010 election, in accordance with the
them back. While many know that it is the law to do so, few seem to know that money is
provisions of section 99.012, Florida statues.
allotted to states and communities based upon the numbers. It was estimated that approxi-
My wife and I own land that is the building site for our home.
mately 3000 dollars are lost for every person that is not counted in our area. Some grants use
We have planned to build at this location, on our family farm for several years and have
these numbers. Please help by sending it in.
decided to begin construction. This move, albeit only one and one tenth of a mile from our
Good Friday (April 2nd) - The hall will be closed on Good Friday. Have a happy
current address, will cross the district line established at CR345 (NE 130th St). We have
Easter! Passover begins Monday at sundown, respects to those who observe it.
prayed and discussed our options with family and friends concerning this decision and feel
Sadness in the Swamp - I would like to express our deepest sympathies to the Fam-
it is the right one for our family.
ily and Friends of Marinus DeRijke at his passing. Marinus contributed to his community
The appointment to District 1 during the suspension of the elected commissioner has been
by serving on the Yankeetown Planning and Zoning Commission from 2002 until 2006 and
a wonderful experience in politics; as well as, personal growth and development. I am truly
was Chairperson of the committee for much of that time. Originally from Holland he moved
grateful to have been appointed by you and your staff to represent the great people of Levy
to Yankeetown after many years in the Ft. Lauderdale area. Special sympathies to Molly,
County and wish to continue doing so.
his dog and faithful companion who spent many many hours walking with Marinus on the
I will soon begin my campaign to seek their vote, but will always be both humbled and
streets of Yankeetown. Marinus will be missed. Good Night and Good Luck, Dawn Marie
appreciative to have received your vote of confidence through the appointment process.
Clary, Mayor of Yankeetown
Sincerely, Owen Chad Johnson,Levy County Commission District 1.
Inglis PD Investigate Theft Complaint
Marinus F. DeRijke,Yankeetown passed away on Friday, March 19, after
A Sworn Complaint was isued against a St. Petersburg man, March 5, on a mis-
a long illness. Mr. DeRijke was born in 1939. Marinus served on Withlacoochee Crime
demeanor theft charge. According to the Inglis Police Department, the victim, an Inglis
Watch and the Yankeetown Planning & Zoning Committee. He was a director and trea-
resident of Garden Mall Ct., identified 33-year-old Ravi Baichan in a photo line-up as the
surer of the Friends of the Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve, and served as postal master relief
suspected thief. According to the complaint, Baichan is accused of taking a pair of metal
at the Yankeetown Post Office. He is survived by his devoted wife Barbara Ehrgott, two
Craftsman car ramps from the victim’s carport.
sons, Marinus, Jr and Hans, and their wives Mary Ann and Lydia, respectively; brother
The victim spoke with Baichan, over the telephone, asking him to return the
Wim DeKonig and wife Aafka daughter , Julia; Sister-in-law and brother-in-law Susan and
ramps, however, Baichan refused to return them, according to the complaint, so the victim
Edward Jones and children Chris & Sara; six grandchildren; nieces and nephews. A memo-
contacted the IPD.
rial service to celebrate Marinus’ life will be held at the Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve on
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