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    • Shared Photo- Free Masks, Gulfport, FL

      Bravo Gulfport! What every city should be doing!

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    • 6000 More Free Face Masks at the Gulfport Casino Ballroom & 49th Street Neighborhood Center, Gulfport, FL

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      Gulfport continues to be a leader in preventive measures to curb the spread of COVID-19. Gulfport is home to Gulfport Municipal Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR.

      City of Gulfport

       
      2401 53rd Street South
      Gulfport, FL 33707  
      (727) 893-1000
       
      CITY OF GULFPORT RECEIVES 6,000 ADDITIONAL MASKS
       
      In conjunction with the Board of County Commissioners, the City of Gulfport has received an additional 6,000 face masks through the efforts of Pinellas County Commissioner, Ken Welch. Residents who are in need of a FREE face mask are advised to go to the 49th Street Neighborhood Center and/or the Gulfport Casino Ballroom. Both facilities are walk-up sites. Cloth face masks will be available on a first come, first served basis.
       
      49th Street Neighborhood Center 
      Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
      (727) 893-1000
       
      Gulfport Casino Ballroom
      Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.
      (727) 893-1000
       
      It is in part of the efforts to slow a recent, rapid spike in COVID-19 cases in the community. These Community Leaders remind us it’s important we continue to help slow the spread of COVID-19 and keep members of our communities healthy and safe. Wearing a cloth face covering, practicing social distancing, and washing your hands are good practices that will continue to protect us and our neighbors. Pictured above are the City of Gulfport Vice Mayor, Michael Fridovich, City of Gulfport Councilmember, Paul Ray, Pinellas County Commissioner, Kenneth Welch, City of Gulfport Councilmember, April Thanos, Pinellas County Commissioner, Charlie Justice, and City of Gulfport Councilmember, Christine Brown. Thank you for wearing a mask.
       
      For more information about when and how to properly wear a mask, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s website at 
       
       

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    • Face Masks Required in St. Augustine, FL

      Our thanks to Michele Bennett of St Augustine Cruisers Net for this Facebook posting.

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    • State of Florida Issues Emergency Order 2020-09

      Gulfport continues to be a leader in preventive measures to curb the spread of COVID-19. Gulfport is home to Gulfport Municipal Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR.

       
      City of Gulfport
      2401 53rd Street South
      Gulfport, FL 33707  
      (727) 893-1000
      For Immediate Release on 6/26/2020 – 3:00 PM
       
       
      STATE OF FLORIDA ISSUES EMERGENCY ORDER 2020-09
      Effective immediately, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation is suspending on premises consumption of alcohol at bars statewide.
       
      The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation has issued Emergency Order 2020-09 prohibiting bars from providing the consumption of alcoholic beverages on premises.
       
      “Based on recent increases in COVID-19 cases and non-compliance with previous orders, DBPR has taken action to suspend on-premises alcohol sales at bars,” DBPR Secretary Halsey Beshears said in a statement. “DBPR believes this is a necessary step to take to protect public health as we continue working in partnership with industry and health officials to combat COVID-19.”
       
      Emergency Order 2020-09 applies to establishments that derive more than 50% of gross revenue from the sale of alcoholic beverages. The establishments can continue to sell alcoholic beverages in sealed containers for consumption off premises.
       
      Licensed restaurants can continue to operate for on-premises consumption of food and beverages at tables so long as these vendors derive 50 percent or less of gross revenue from the sale of alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption.
       
      For more information, please visit the City of Gulfport COVID-19 webpage at www.mygulfport.us/covid-19 or call 727-893-1000.
       
       
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      The State of Florida is responding to COVID-19. In an effort to keep Florida residents and visitors safe and aware regarding the status of the virus, the Florida Department of Health will issue updates every day, seven days per week. 
       
      To find the most up-to-date information and guidance on COVID-19, please visit the Department of Health’s dedicated COVID-19 webpage. For information and advisories from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), please visit the CDC COVID-19 website. For more information about current travel advisories issued by the U.S. Department of State, please visit the travel advisory website.
       
      Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Call Center is Available 24/7
      Call: 1 (866) 779-6121
      For additional information and helpful links regarding COVID-19, please visit the Florida Department of Health COVID-19 website at FloridaHealth.gov/COVID-19.
       
       
      For the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) latest updates, please visit, https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/.
       
       
       
      City of Gulfport Florida | 2401 53rd Street SouthGulfport, FL 33707

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    • Masks Required in Charleston, SC Beginning July 1


      Charleston’s city council voted Thursday night to require people wear masks in public places beginning July 1. Enforcement will be difficult in a state that values individual freedom over community welfare.

      Charleston votes to require masks as county leads SC in new coronavirus cases

       

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      1. james aughton -  June 26, 2020 - 5:41 pm

        What makes the author believe that "enforcement will be difficult"? I think most citizens of SC will think it is no big deal to wear masks if only for the benefit of their neighbors

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    • Bahamas Chatter: More Bahamas Updates 6/25/20

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      Bahamas Chatter is produced by Explorer Chartbooks, A CRUISERS NET PARTNER, which has long been the standard navigational supplement for enjoyable, informative, and safe cruising through the beautiful Bahamian waters and island visits.

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      More Bahamas Updates 6/25/20

      Posted: 25 Jun 2020 04:15 AM PDT

        Below is a link with information on COVID Protocols for those wishing to enter The Bahamas June 15 – 30. 
      https://covid19.gov.bs/travel/
       
      Guests are to wear masks when in public places, sanitize hands as they enter the office and observe social distancing.
      The borders opened June 15 for yachts and are due to open on July 1st for all travelers.

      NEAR BAHAMAS

      Abaco Beach Resort, Marsh Harbour
      Here are a few news worthy updates at the Abaco Beach Resort
       
      1 Refurbished Guest Rooms
      2 New Restaurants and Bars:
      Hurricanes at Marinaville (formally Anglers)
      Terrace at the Great Room (Bistro – indoor and outdoor dining)
      3 Renovated Fitness Center
      4 New Lobby and Porte Cochere at hotel entrance
      5 New Great Room – Relaxing lounge area overlooking the Garden Pool and Sea of Abaco
      6 Newly constructed Marina with expanded fueling station, Electrical Pedestals, WiFi, Water, Cable
      7 New Exclusive Marina Check-in with Bahamas Customs and Immigration Offices
      8 Renovated Banquet facilities

      Brent S. S. Ingraham
      Sales and Marketing
      Abaco Beach Resort
      10 Fairway Drive, Suite 206-208, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
      954-281-5861 (O) 727-254-2929 (M)
      www.abacobeachresort.com

      TREASURE CAY
      We are open daily for fuel 8 a-4p, with 22 moorings; we have our M dock open with 6 slips but no shore power yet. We do have access to water.
      Registration is at the fuel dock during 8a-4pm. We can arrange customs and immigration as we are a port of entry.

      Meantime the old marina is demo removed, we are doing seawall repairs and expect after the first of the year to build back minimum two docks for about 50 slips.

      We do have services like Florences Cafe, a mini mart and expect an ATM by December when power returns. 

      NASSAU HARBOUR CLUB is currently open for domestic travelers and international yachters and those arriving on private planes. 
        
      Fuel, Marina slips and hotel roomsare available. 

      Nassau Harbour Club:  Tel: 242-393-0772
      Email: reception@nassauharbourclub.com
       Samantha Allen
      Pirates of Nassau
      Tel: 356-3759

      EXUMAS

      The Kahari Resort on Stocking Island will open JULY 1ST, 2020. All rooms are ready to be booked.
      Services offered:Breakfast and dinner by reservation. Lunch available at Peace & Plenty Beach Club.
      For specific details Please visit https://www.peaceandplenty.com/updates/ 
      1-242-524-8889, info@kahariresort.comkahariresort.com

      FAR BAHAMAS

      VALENTINES MARINA will be open July 1, observing COVID protocols.

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      SPANISH WELLS YACHT HAVEN is currently open for domestic travelers and international yachters and those arriving on private planes. 
       
      Marina slips and hotel rooms are available.  No Fuel. 

      Tel: 242-333-4255
      Email: reception@swyachthaven.com
      Website:  swyachthaven.com   
       
       Samantha Allen
      Pirates of Nassau
      Tel: 356-3759

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    • BoatUS: Possible Interference to GPS Signals from New L-Band Network

      BoatUS believes that as the Ligado L-Band network is rolled out, instances of signal interference in ordinary GPS will increase.


      Boat Owners Association of The United States
      5323 Port Royal Road, Springfield, VA 22151
      FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

      BoatUS Says FCC’s Message to Boaters and Those Relying on GPS:

      ‘Tough Luck’  

      Controversial order threatens reliability of hundreds of millions of GPS units

      SPRINGFIELD, Va., June 25, 2020 – The nation’s largest advocacy, services and safety group for recreational boaters, Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS), says an April 22 decision by the Federal Communications Commission to give mobile satellite services operator Ligado Networks, a private equity company, the green light to build and operate a land-based industrial 5G (fifth generation) wireless network will negatively impact the reliability of the nation’s Global Positioning System and harm boating safety.

      Ligado’s slice of licensed “L-Band” spectrum designated for space-based navigation and communications is located near lower frequency bands used by hundreds of millions of GPS units used in public safety, health, government, transportation, military, commerce, agriculture and more. A founding member of the recently launched Keep GPS Working Coalition, BoatUS believes that as the Ligado network is rolled out, instances of signal interference will increase. This will give current GPS users no choice but to either purchase new GPS units or potentially suffer continued interference. The loss of a GPS signal at a critical moment is a significant safety concern for any vessel operator relying on this popular and widely used technology.

      The coalition said that FCC’s decision disregarded mountains of evidence highlighting the interference issue, ignored established technical standards, relied only on limited studies with vague and impractical criteria to access interference, and was made during the COVID-19 pandemic when a final decision was circulated only among the five FCC commissioners as stakeholders were dealing with the health crisis.

      The commission also ignored serious concerns from the federal government as well as agencies including the departments of Defense, Transportation, Commerce, Interior, Justice and Homeland Security, as well as NASA, the National Science Foundation, Federal Aviation Administration and U.S. Coast Guard.

      “As a recreational boater, I must have a reliable navigation system,” said BoatUS Manager of Government Affairs David Kennedy. “With this decision, FCC is permitting one private company to upend the entire reliability of GPS. It’s unfathomable that the lone federal caretaker of our national radio spectrum shows such disregard, even after admitting there are cases where federal and private GPS users will suffer harmful interference. It’s a message that in essence says ‘tough luck’ – you are on your own.”

      Boaters may remember Ligado’s former name, LightSquared. In 2010, FCC suspended consideration of its prior proposal to use its licensed spectrum for a 4G LTE network also citing unresolved concerns over radio spectrum interference with GPS, forcing the company into bankruptcy. In May of this year, Ligado announced $100 million in new funding from unnamed sources.

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    • Georgia Beach Week 2020 Cancelled

      Due to the importance of public safety, the annual BeachWeek events, typically scheduled for the week leading up to Independence Day, has been canceled. 
       

       
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      The Department of Natural Resources Coastal Resources Division (CRD) is taking precautions to keep the public safe and prevent the spread of Covid-19.  Due to the importance of public safety, the annual BeachWeek events, typically scheduled for the week leading up to Independence Day, has been canceled

      With summer in full swing, Georgia beaches throughout the coast continue to be popular destinations for visitors and residents. Therefore, CRD encourages the public to visit our website at https://coastalgadnr.org/BeachWeek2020 to learn more about the sights and sounds on Georgia’s coast.  You will also find links to our partners sites to allow you to dive a little deeper.

      Did you know that Georgia is home to 100 miles of shoreline, 380,000 acres of saltmarsh, and 14 barrier islands which buffer the mainland from the Atlantic Ocean? Five major freshwater rivers feed the Georgia coast, forming an extensive estuarine ecosystem. This network delivers vast amounts of freshwater to the coast and creates a range of habitats that support diverse wildlife. Although relatively undeveloped, the coastal Georgia landscape is changing nonetheless. New residents are drawn by the region’s natural beauty and abundance of recreational opportunities. Through a combination of wise management, stewardship, and collaboration, everything we love about coastal Georgia can be conserved for generations to come.

      For more information about Beach Week 2020 activities contact Jennifer Kline, Beach Week Coordinator at (912) 264-7218.

       
       
       
       
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    • LNM: Mobile Pumpout Service Temporarily Suspended, Florida Keys

      This suspension of mobile pumpout service is not good news to cruisers in the Florida Keys. Cruisers now must rely on land-based pumpout until mobile pumpout is restored. See link below for locations.

      FLORIDA – FLORIDA KEYS: Monroe County Mobile Vessel Sewage Pumpout Service suspension.
      Effective July 1, 2020 the Monroe County Mobile Vessel Sewage Pumpout Service will be suspended. Vessel owners are advised that waters of the Florida Keys are within a No Discharge Zone and proof of legal pumpout is required. For a list of available pumpout facilities, please visit www.monroecounty-fl.gov/pumpout or call 305-289-2505 for more information. LNM 25/20

      There are more than 30 land-based pump-out facilities located throughout the Keys.

      Shoreside Pump-Out Stations

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    • Pinellas County Passes Ordinance Requiring Face Coverings, Gulfport, FL

      Gulfport Marina includes dry boat storage, ship store, bathroom, public boat ramp, parking, fueling stations, lighted range markers and guest docking facility.

      This West Florida county emergency action mirrors similar ordinances recently enacted in east coast Palm Beach, FL. See Masks to be Required. Gulfport continues to be a leader in preventive measures to curb the spread of COVID-19. Gulfport is home to Gulfport Municipal Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR

      Immediate Release
      Media Contact
      Tony Fabrizio, Senior Public Relations Coordinator, (727) 464-3849
       
       
      PINELLAS: COMMISSION PASSES EMERGENCY ORDINANCE REQUIRING FACE COVERINGS, OTHER COVID-19 SAFETY MEASURES
       
      • Citizens must wear face coverings in most indoor places, with exceptions
      • Emergency ordinance covers entire county and takes effect Wednesday, June 24, at 5 p.m.
      • Restaurants, bars must spread out patrons, prevent congregating and only serve seated patrons
       
      Faced with an alarming surge in COVID-19 cases, the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday passed an emergency ordinance requiring that citizens wear face coverings in most indoor public places, and restaurants and bars to implement new safety and anti-crowding measures. The ordinance passed 6-1, with Commissioner Kathleen Peters dissenting.
       
      The countywide ordinance takes effect Wednesday, June 24, at 5 p.m., and will remain in effect through the duration of Pinellas County’s State of Local Emergency. The Board extended that declaration through July 3 and can continue to renew it on a weekly basis.
       
      The ordinance defines a face covering as a material that covers the nose and mouth and remains affixed or a face shield. A cloth face covering, or mask, may be factory-made or sewn by hand and can be improvised from clothing or other household fabric items.
       
      Requirements:
       
      • Citizens must wear a face covering while in most indoor public places within Pinellas County, although the Board provided several exceptions. Among them:
      • The mandate cannot conflict with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
      • It does not apply if a person is strictly adhering to social distancing and there are 10 or fewer people in the location who are also maintaining social distancing.
      • It does not apply to governmental entities such as schools, courthouses or city halls, although those entities are encouraged to develop procedures to protect employees and the public.
      • The City of Gulfport is requiring face coverings in all City of Gulfport Public Facilities with the exclusion of the Gulfport Recreation Center.
      • If a person is under age 18, that person’s use of a face covering is left to the discretion of that person’s parent, guardian or an accompanying adult.
      • Religious rituals such as various forms of singing are permitted provided that social distancing is strictly maintained.
      • Exercising while social distancing, such as in a gym, is permitted without a face covering.
       
      • Restaurant and bar staff must wear a face covering while on duty and while directly or indirectly preparing food or beverage, or serving food or beverage, or having customer contact, regardless of where the food or beverage is being prepared or whether the customers are inside or outside. Customers can remove their face coverings while dining or consuming a beverage when seated and social distancing.
       
      • Restaurants and bars must position chairs and tables so that parties of one or more are separated by six feet and patrons are not standing at the bar or congregating in any area.
       
      • Retail employees must wear face coverings unless working in an area of the business that is not open to the customers and has social distancing measures in place.
       
      Carefully weighed decision
       
      The Board made its decision based on COVID-19 trending data, the advice of the County’s leading public health officials, and CDC guidance. Through the Zoom virtual meeting platform, the Board also took several hours of public comment.
       
      Dr. Ulyee Choe, director of the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County, pointed out that the county’s rolling 7-day average of new COVID-19 cases is up to 219 per day, with a positive test rate of about 12 percent, whereas the positivity rate was only 1 to 2 percent five weeks ago. Dr. Angus Jameson, medical director for Pinellas County Emergency Medical Services, noted that COVID-19 cases in the greater Tampa Bay area have increased from about 125 per day three weeks ago to about 1,000 cases a day, raising concerns that COVID-19 will continue to spread exponentially and overwhelm the healthcare system.
       
      Enforcement
       
      The Board elected to adopt the emergency order by ordinance to allow it to be enforced as a non-criminal local ordinance violation, in addition to other enforcement remedies.
       
      Remedies include:
      • A warning.
      • A non-criminal ordinance violation citation that levies a fine.
      • Injunctive relief through a complaint filed in Circuit Court.
      • Misdemeanor arrest or a Notice to Appear for Repeat Violations.
       
       
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      Marketing & Communications Department
      333 Chestnut Street, Clearwater, Florida 33756
      (727) 464-4600 • www.pinellascounty.org
       
       
      City of Gulfport Florida | 2401 53rd Street SouthGulfport, FL 33707

      City of Gulfport
      2401 53rd Street South
      Gulfport, FL 33707
      (727) 893-1000
      www.mygulfport.us

      For Immediate Release, 6/24/2020 – 8:20 AM

      CITY OF GULFPORT COVID-19 SAFETY MEASURES:
      FACE COVERINGS IN CITY FACILITIES

      In addition to the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners emergency ordinance requiring that citizens wear face coverings in most indoor public places, the City of Gulfport is requiring face coverings in all City of Gulfport public facilities with the exclusion of the Gulfport Recreation Center.

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    • New Georgia Anchoring Bill Passes the Senate!

      This is good news for Waterway cruisers in Georgia. Our thanks to Kim Russo for this announcement posted on AGLCA’s Forum.

      Minutes ago the Georgia State Senate passed legislation that will undo the disastrous anchoring regulations that took effect in that state on January 1st of this year. HB 833, sponsored by Georgia Representative (and Gold Looper!), Ron Stephens, passed the Georgia House on March 12th, but didn’t make it to the Senate floor for a vote before the General Assembly adjourned for COVID-19 quarantine. The lawmakers have returned, and the bill passed the Senate today by a vote of 48-1.

      HB 833 takes back some of the widespread power the previous law afforded DNR to regulate anchoring. In short, HB 833 removes the ability to require permits for all overnight anchoring, removes the requirement to keep records of pump outs, and perhaps most importantly, removes the requirement that boats not anchor within 1,000 feet of water front structures and within 300 feet of marinas. Instead, the new law changes those set-back distances to 150-feet from waterfront structures, 300-feet from marinas, and 500-feet from commercial shellfish beds for short-term anchoring, which is defined as anchoring in the same place for up to 14 cumulative nights per calendar year. Long term anchoring (over 14 days in the same place) will require a permit.

      The bill now requires a signature from the Governor, which is expected soon. Once signed, the new law takes effect immediately.

      This is a big win for the boating community and a great example of what our membership can do with our collective advocacy efforts.

      Kim Russo
      Director
      America’s Great Loop Cruisers’ Association

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    • Dredge Plan Approved for Oregon Inlet, Pamlico Sound, NC


      As the first inlet into NC waters south of the Chesapeake, Oregon Inlet is very tempting to offshore cruisers. HOWEVER, Oregon Inlet is notorious for shoaling, keeping the USCG busy relocating ATONs. Even with this dredging project, Cruisers Net still recommends attempting navigation ONLY with shoal draft and good local knowledge.

      Park Service OKs Oregon Inlet Dredge Plan
      Coastal Review Online

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    • Exploring Florida’s Wild Outdoors

      If you’re a fan of state parks, you’ll enjoy checking out Florida’s unique selection: the state’s parks encompass more than 800,000 acres across 175 state parks, nine state trails, and many historic sites.

      Exploring Florida’s Wild Outdoors
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      Your past submissions to these old accounts have looked really interesting and we appreciate your thinking of us, but, sadly, we cannot open them. Please remove Claiborne Young’s name from your contact list.

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