PSC Presents Energy Efficiency Award To Escambia’s 4-H Center
February 1, 2016
Recognizing energy efficiency accomplishments, the Florida Public Service Commission presented its first 2016 Triple E Award—for Energy Efficiency Effort—to Escambia County’s Langley Bell 4-H Center in Cantonment for applying best energy practices in their new building.
“We commend Escambia County 4-H Center administrators for incorporating a variety of energy efficiency measures in its new building,” PSC Chairman Julie Brown said. “With the money saved on monthly energy costs, the 4-H Center now can do more for the youth and community it serves.”
“Working in concert with Escambia County and Gulf Power Company, we implemented energy efficiency recommendations, using floors optimized for natural daylight, low-e windows with roof overhang, and well insulated walls and ceilings,” said Pamela H. Allen, UF/IFAS Escambia County Extension director. “Because of our center’s innovative building design, we also achieved a ‘Three Green Globes Certificate,’ being recognized for best practices in energy, water, and environmental efficiency.”
“Gulf Power always encourages businesses and organizations to start with us to learn about their organizations’ energy use and the best ways to save money on energy costs,” said Rick DelaHaya, Gulf Power spokesperson. “We worked closely with Escambia County’s Facilities Management before and during the 4-H Center’s new construction and helped them incorporate energy efficiency enhancements in many high-use energy areas, such as the center’s HVAC and outside air ventilation systems, as well as their lighting and roofing designs.”
The PSC encourages cost-effective conservation and renewable energy to reduce the use of fossil fuels and defer the need for new generating capacity. Through the Florida Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act, the PSC approves conservation programs for the state’s five investor-owned utilities, JEA, and the Orlando Utilities Commission.
Covering the state’s five major geographic areas, each month the PSC gives its Triple E Award to a local business that has accomplished superior energy efficiency.
.Pictured: The Langley Bell 4-H Center on Stefani Road. NorthEscambia.com file photos, click to enlarge.
Appointee Sought For Escambia County Disability Awareness Committee
February 1, 2016
The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners is seeking county residents interested in volunteering for an “At-Large” appointment to the Escambia County Disability Awareness Committee, which was established by the Board during its regular meeting on Oct. 17, 2013.
The purpose of the committee is to make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners regarding issues relating to the disabled community and any other issues requested by the Board. The committee is composed of seven voting members, and all members of the committee must be electors of Escambia County. Each commissioner on the Board of County Commissioners appoints one member to the committee, and each member serves concurrently with his or her appointing commissioner’s term. The Board collectively appoints two at-large members, who each serve a four-year term.
There are four meetings scheduled each year on the third Wednesday of the month. Meetings begin at 3 p.m. and typically last until 5 p.m. Special meetings may be scheduled if needed. There is no travel required.
Residents interested in serving on the committee are asked to submit a resume and letter indicating their desire to serve by the close of business on Thursday, Feb. 11. Letters and resumes should be submitted to Judy Witterstaeter, Program Coordinator, Board of County Commissioners, P.O. Box 1591, Pensacola, Florida 32502.
Northview Holding Open Gym Sessions For Potential Volleyball Players
February 1, 2016
Northview High School will host four open gyms this semester for any girl that is interested in playing volleyball next season.
Any girl that will be in grades 9-12 year is welcome, including home school students. The open gym sessions will be held February 3 and 17, and March 2 and 16. All sessions will be from 3:30 until 5:45 p.m. A current physical must be on file.
Rain Chances Increasing Into Tuesday Night
February 1, 2016
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: Patchy fog. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tuesday: A slight chance of showers between 9am and noon, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Patchy fog before 9am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 74. South wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
Tuesday Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after midnight. Some of the storms could be severe. Low around 64. South wind 10 to 15 mph becoming west after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Wednesday: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 9am, then a chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 65. West wind around 10 mph becoming northwest in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Wednesday Night: A slight chance of rain before midnight, then a slight chance of showers after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 40. North wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 55. North wind 10 to 15 mph.
Thursday Night: Clear, with a low around 34. North wind around 10 mph.
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 54. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 30. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 56.
Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 34.
Sunday: A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 55.
Sunday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 39.
Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 60.
Tate Aggies Win Seminole Wrestling Classic
February 1, 2016
The Tate High School Aggies won the recent Seminole Wrestling Classic hosted by Florida High in Tallahassee as 10 wrestlers won medals
Jacob Cochran was 3-0 for first place in 106-Pool B and pinned his Suwannee competitor in 2:57 to win the championship. Mathew Blalock was 3-1 in Pool A and pinned Florida High’s wrestler in 2:33 for a third place finish overall.
The Aggie’s Heath Herndon was 4-0 in 170 Pool B. Logan Womack at 152 and Alex Porter at 113 also reached the finals for Tate. Scott Houston (120), Tanner Wood (126), Daniel Pigg (138) and Gaven McAnally (220) each finished in third place for Tate. Brandon Pheabus (132) ended with a fourth place finish.
The Aggie Wrestling Team also too first place in the Baldwin County Dual with six wrestlers placing in the top four.
Submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Ballots For Military And Overseas Voters On The Way
February 1, 2016
The Escambia County Supervisor of Elections Office has mailed absentee ballots to eligible military and overseas citizens. Voters will either receive their ballot by mail or electronically, depending on their chosen method of delivery. Absent military voters and those living overseas can request, mark and track their absentee ballots electronically.
Absentee ballots for all eligible domestic voters will be mailed beginning on Tuesday, February 9. The deadline to request an absentee ballot to be mailed for the Presidential Preference Primary Election is 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 9. To request or track your absentee ballot for the Presidential Preference Primary Election, visit EscambiaVotes.com and click “Vote by Mail”, or contact the Supervisor of Elections Office at (850) 595-3900.