Month: December 2008

Condo ofering mix

17- studio c
5 -1 bed c
4 -1 bed d
1 -1 bed a
6- 1 bed b
1 -1 bed e
6- stud a
3- 3 bed lock b
1 – 3 bed d
2- 3 bed e
1- 2 bed b
2 – 2 bed d
1 – 2 bed e
4 – 2 bed lock a
2 – 2 bed lock f
1 – 2 bed lock c

Jason Koertge
850-319-1172
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I just arrived at the auction

With small scattered groups of people hudled together the anticipation is growing. Buyers and agents are walking around with their folders and clipboards waiting for the auction to begin.

In the past the seating equipment has been flimsy white folding chairs. Not this time – this time they splurged with stationary chairs with arm rests.

Not sure how many registered bidders yet, but I’ll let you know as soon as I know.

Jason Koertge
850-319-1172
Sent via BlackBerry – I know, I sold my iPhone.

Bay Point Billfish Pledges Tournament Proceeds to Charity

Heading into its 26th year, the Bay Point Invitational Billfish Tournament continues to raise the billfish tournament bar by announcing its commitment to donate proceeds from the 2009 tournament to the St. Joe Community Foundation.

Along with proceeds from the event set for July 15-19 at Bay Point Marina, the entire entry fee from the 71st and final boat will go directly to the Foundation. The Invitational’s commitment to the Foundation is a natural evolution for the tournament, which from its inception has been deeply rooted in the Florida Gulf Coast community and has consistently supported local charities.

In 2008, the Invitational added two successful community-focused programs – the Soldier Salute and Al Hubbard Kids Fishing Experience. Event-goers and participants welcomed the events with open arms, and both events will be expanded for the 2009 tournament. The wonderful reception of these events helped affirm the decision by event organizers to take the tournament’s long-standing commitment to the community a step further by pledging its proceeds to the St. Joe Community Foundation.

“We are absolutely thrilled about the Invitational’s partnership with the St. Joe Foundation,” says Tournament Director Scott Burt. “We have the opportunity to take the success of our tournament and use it to support an organization that has a proven record in helping so many people and organizations in Northwest Florida.”

The St. Joe Community Foundation serves Florida’s Bay, Franklin, Gulf and Walton counties. Since its start in 1999, the non-profit Foundation has given more than $14 million in grants and pledges back to these Northwest Florida communities with a focus on improving quality of life by supporting education, healthcare, conservation and cultural projects. In Bay County alone, the Foundation has sponsored the Aquatics Center, teaching and learning grants, literacy programs, scholarship funds, transportation for disabled adults, Special Olympics athletes, children’s home renovations, arts and nature programs, and most recently the Audubon of Florida’s conservation efforts near St. Andrews Bay. For more information on the St. Joe Community Foundation, visit www.stjcf.com.

Along with its ongoing community efforts, the Bay Point Invitational reigns as the premier social event of the Panama City Beach area with more than 13,000 spectators over the tournament weekend enjoying live entertainment, the Sponsor Village, the Invitational’s World Famous Dock Walk and, of course, the Friday and Saturday night weigh-ins.

New to the 2009 event is the 40/40 Shootout – a separate division within the Invitational geared specifically to smaller competitive fishing boats. The “tournament within the Tournament” will feature 40 boats of 40 feet or less in length fishing for tuna, wahoo and dolphin.

With more than two decades of success under its belt, the Invitational is recognized as one of the most prestigious billfish tournaments along the billfish circuit and continues to make waves. The tournament made history during its 25th anniversary by going full release for all billfish – a significant change that was embraced by participants and spectators alike. In fact, 47 boats vied for nearly $1 million in prize money.
The Bay Point Invitational Billfish Tournament is hosted by the St. Joe Company and Bay Point Marina.

For more information, visit www.baypointbillfish.com.

TDC Meeting – Klages, Sea Oats, JBInc, New Board

Bed tax numbers were reported to be up for October, but no percentages or numbers were provided.

Lisa Armbruster presented the preliminary plans for the Sea Oat Planting and Sand Fencing project and encouraged public comment.  The goal is to implement this plan next year after turtle nesting season, and Lisa advised that the funding is already in place.

After a presentation from Walter Klages that emphasized a need to increase international visibility, the board voted to follow staff’s recomendation and approve the contract for the current year including the extra money to start doing occupancy and rate studies.

The board voted to approve the Memo of Understanding with Jennifer Barbee Inc. under the assumption that they could renogotiate the stipulation requiring 1/3 of the budget to be deposited in advance with her firm.  The board agreed they would like no more than 1/6 of the budget to be deposited in advance with JBInc.  It was discussed that Jennifer Barbee Inc has been working on the new spring break site even without a contract.  Andy expressed his concern that $95k was too much for a web site, but the board seemed to disagree.

New officers will be chosen in January and another 6 months was added to all the board member’s term.  Originally, the 2 year appointments were to end in June 2009, but now they will end in January 2010.  I though this was a decision to be made by the County Commission/PCB City Council. ??

The New Year’s Even Ball Drop being held at Pier Park is sponsored by the CVB and will include an 8 foot ball dropped 145 feet from a crane.  Board members are unsure whether, at this point, it will be allowed to smash into the ground on top of a car.

Oh, and don’t forget the special meeting called on the Bed Tax issue on the 17th of December.  I’ll add it to the calendar on the side.

Seahaven Auction – LIVE Action on PCBDaily.com!

That’s right, you heard it.  Live on pcbdaily.com will be the auction details as they unfold on Saturday at Origin in the Towne of Seahaven.

Right now, many anxiously await the time when the auctioneer starts rambling off barely discernable numbers to bring who knows what kind of prices.  Many have criticized the auction process.

I personally have a number in my head that the condos will bring, but I’ll respectfully decline to comment on that at this time.  BUT, feel free to post in the comments what you predict they’ll sell for.

On Saturday, if you can’t make it to the auction, just hang on pcbdaily.com and hit refresh every few minutes for updates.

See you at the auction!

Jazz at Grand Panama

On December 13th beginning at 1:00pm The Village of Grand Panama retailer’s association is hosting An Afternoon of Jazz. The concert will feature famous saxophonist Jeff Kashiwa, Panama City’s “On Call Band”, and the Patronis Elementary Christmas Choir.

One of the most sought after jazz saxophonists in America, Jeff Kashiwa made a name for himself as a member of the popular group, The Rippingtons. His music is lightly grooving and mildly soulful.

This proceeds from this event will benefit the Children’s Home Society. General admission tickets are $15.00 and VIP tickets are $30.00, which include special seating and two drink tickets. Tickets can be purchased at The Hangar Men’s Clothing Store and Envy Boutique in The Village of Grand Panama.

“The retail association is excited to host this event featuring Jeff Kashiwa,” said Erica Spivey, event coordinator for An Afternoon of Jazz. “We hope the community will come out and enjoy an afternoon of great live entertainment, shopping, and celebrate this holiday season by supporting the Children’s Home Society.”