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Neighborhood Report

Neighborhood briefs

Briefs and news of note

By MEAGHAN FORBES
Published September 15, 2006

Project to address stormwater under way

PALMA CEIA WEST - Relief is on the way for motorists weary of frequent flooding in the area of Dale Mabry Highway and Neptune Street.

Residents and community leaders joined Mayor Pam Iorio on Wednesday to unveil a sign noting the start of the Neptune Street stormwater reconstruction project.

The project will install about 3,000 feet of stormwater pipe and inlets under Neptune Street from Grady Avenue to Manhattan Avenue. It will replace an old system that's beyond repair.

BUN Construction Co. will complete the approximately $1.63-million project.

Neptune Street will remain closed, except for local traffic, until the project is finished around April.

Party will tout the release of comic book-style novel

TEMPLE TERRACE - Horizon Line Gallery hosts a book release party and gallery show Saturday for Tampa artist Greg Vondruska's new comic book, Summer Goes Slowly.

Vondruska of Old Seminole Heights published the 48-page comic book-style novel thanks to a $3,000 grant received from the Arts Council of Hillsborough County.

Summer Goes Slowly features short, humorous autobiographical stories about the author's childhood. The novel covers themes such as sibling rivalry, dating, bike riding and favorite television shows.

Vondruska will sign books from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Horizon Line Gallery, 11005 N 56th Ave. The exhibition will run through Oct.15.

Fundraiser set to cover medical expenses

BAYSHORE GARDENS - Cherry's Bar & Grill and Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla host a fundraiser Thursday to help offset medical expenses for krewe member Laura Hall.

Hall was recently diagnosed with lung cancer and ocular melanoma. After a monthlong treatment in Mexico, she has returned for additional treatment and therapy.

The event at Cherry's, 3114 W Bay to Bay Blvd., begins at 5:30 p.m. and will include a silent auction and raffle prizes.

Walk and rally to show solidarity for Israel

BAYSHORE GARDENS - The Tampa Bay Committee to Bless Israel is holding a solidarity walk and rally at 2 p.m. Sunday at Bayshore and Bay to Bay boulevards.

The event, "For Such a Time as This: N.O.W. - No Other Way!," was designed to promote Israeli unity regardless of ethnic or religious backgrounds.

Participants are encouraged to carry Israeli flags and posters with positive messages.

There will be opportunities to send cards to Israeli soldiers, learn about ways to support Israel and purchase items. Proceeds will help victims of terrorism living in Israel.

The first 300 people to preregister at www.blessIsrael2006.com will receive a gift. Walk check-in begins at 1:30 p.m. Call 404-5673.

Artist, designer host evening of displays, sales

CHANNEL DISTRICT - Local artist April Paige and interior designer Jill Lifsey host an evening of art displays, interior accessories and metropolitan architecture Thursday at District Designs, 1212 E Whiting St., Suite 101.

The event will feature Paige's original work, live music, a wine tasting and group tours of the Meridian and Victory Lofts, where Lifsey's work can be seen.

All artwork and accessories will be available for purchase. Ten percent of all sales will go to the American Cancer Society.

Call 221-4607.

TECO Energy official to receive Ethics Award

DOWNTOWN - John B. Ramil, TECO Energy Inc. president and chief operating officer, is the recipient of the 2006 Tampa Bay Ethics Award to be presented Sept. 22.

Ramil has been a part of TECO's leadership team for 27 years.

As chairman of the Greater Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce, he has focused his leadership on bringing a new appreciation for diversity and placed an emphasis on collaborative leadership.

The University of Tampa's Center for Ethics began the annual recognition in 1991.

Nominees are considered for their responsibility, respect, trustworthiness, caring, justice and citizenship.

The award breakfast is open to the public. Tickets are $25 or $150 for a table of eight. Call 258-7415.

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