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Gov. Rick Scott Hosts Zika Preparedness Roundtable

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Governor Rick Scott today hosted a roundtable with community leaders in Miami on Zika preparedness ahead of the rainy season when mosquitos are most prevalent in Florida.
Governor Scott said, “Florida has only had two isolated cases of local Zika transmission this year and there are not currently any identified areas with active Zika transmission, which is good news. However, it is crucial that we continue to work together to remain vigilant and take precautions to stay ahead of this virus. That is why I hosted a Zika preparedness roundtable in Miami today with the Florida Department of Health to make sure the South Florida community is taking action now in advance of the upcoming rainy season.
“I urge all Floridians to remember to eliminate any standing water around your homes, businesses and communities, and to wear bug spray to prevent mosquito bites. It is also important to protect yourself if you travel outside of Florida to an area with Zika virus. Last year, our aggressive actions helped lift the previous Zika zones in Wynwood, Little River and Miami Beach. This year, we stand ready to once again do all we can to protect Florida’s families, visitors and communities.”
More information on the Zika virus and preparedness actions can be found HERE.
Florida Department of Health’s Zika Virus Hotline: 1-855-622-6735

Appointments by Gov. Scott for Thursday, March 23, 2017

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Governor Rick Scott Appoints Three to District Board
of Trustees, State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota

Governor Rick Scott announced three appointments to the District Board of Trustees, State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota.

Tracy Knight, 51, of Venice, is the managing director of Knight Marketing, LLC and received her bachelor’s degree from Florida State University. She fills a vacant seat and is appointed for a term beginning March 23, 2017, and ending May 31, 2019.

Richard Dorfman, 65, of Sarasota, is a former international sports executive and received his bachelor’s degree from American University. He succeeds Eric Robinson and is appointed for a term beginning March 23, 2017, and ending May 31, 2020.

Dominic DiMaio, 51, of Lakewood Ranch, is a divisional CEO of Synovus Bank and received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Widener University. He fills a vacant seat and is appointed for a term beginning March 23, 2017, and ending May 31, 2020.

The appointments are subject to confirmation by the Florida Senate.

Governor Rick Scott Makes Four Appointments
to Jackson County Hospital District

Governor Rick Scott announced today the appointment of four to the Jackson County Hospital District.

John Milton, 57, of Marianna, is a local business owner and real estate investor. He succeeds William Floyd and is appointed for a term beginning March 23, 2017, and ending September 5, 2019.

Shareta Wright, 43, of Marianna, is the director of The Wright Foundation. She fills a vacant seat and is appointed for a term beginning March 23, 2017, and ending July 31, 2020.

Kelly Connolly, 47, of Marianna, is the vice president of finance for Tri State Automotive Warehouse. She succeeds Sandra Helms and is appointed for a term beginning March 23, 2017, and ending July 20, 2020.

Dr. Robert “Bob” Hoff, 82, of Marianna, is a retired family practitioner. He succeeds David Carrel and is appointed for a term beginning March 23, 2017, and ending July 19, 2018.

 

Gov. Rick Scott to Attend “A Rick Case Habitat Community” Celebration Event

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Tomorrow, March 24, Governor Rick Scott will attend the “A Rick Case Habitat Community” celebration event in Pompano Beach.

WHAT: “A Rick Case Habitat Community” Celebration Event

WHEN: 12:30 PM

WHERE: Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church
900 NW 15th Street
Pompano Beach, FL 33060