TARPON SPRINGS -- Three city commissioners have removed themselves from the canvassing board that will oversee the city's March 20 election, citing what they described as a personal attack by mayoral candidate Costa Vatikiotis. Commissioners Cindy Domino, Jim Archer and David Archie said Tuesday night that they would rather have members of the public replace them on the board than allow Vatikiotis' criticism to be an issue in the oversight of vote-counting. Vatikiotis had said Domino and Archer should not be allowed to serve on the board because they have signs in their yards supporting his opponent, Mayor Frank DiDonato. City Attorney John Hubbard said the commissioners can support any candidate any way they choose and still serve on the canvassing board. Commissioners will discuss new appointments at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at City Hall, 324 E Pine St.

Police cite driver in fatal accident

Clearwater police have cited the driver who caused an accident that killed a motorcyclist last month.

Clearwater resident Marion Curtis is charged with violating the right of way, said police spokesman Wayne Shelor.

Motorcyclist Qui Trang Tong, 37, of Clearwater died Feb. 14 after he hit Curtis' car.

Curtis pulled in front of him at Pierce Street and Pierce Boulevard about 3 p.m. Feb. 13, police said.

After the crash, Tong, who was not wearing a helmet, was flown to Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg, where he died.

Various medical water workouts available

CLEARWATER -- Micki Nault and her staff offer medically approved programs for adults:

Aqua Slim classes: Program for muscle tone, flexibility and relief of joint stress, 9 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, the Long Center, 1501 N Belcher Road, Clearwater; 9:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, Highlander Pool, 903 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin.

Arthritis and fibromyalgia exercises: Exercises for joint flexibility and relief of pain and stiffness, 10 a.m. Monday through Friday, Biltmore Eclips Spa (indoor warm water), 25 Belleview Blvd., Belleair and at the Palms of Largo Wellness Center, 400 Lake Ave., Largo: 5:45 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; 12:30 p.m. Thursdays and 10 a.m. Mondays; private sessions available.

For prices and to sign up, call Micki Nault, 442-0618.

Seniors invited to show off talents

LARGO -- Musicians, singers, dancers, comedians, magicians and the like are invited to audition for the annual Senior Talent Show at Largo Community Center. Participants must be 55 years or older. Auditions will be at 3 p.m. Friday and March 9 at the center, 65 Fourth St. NW. There will be a dress rehearsal at 3 p.m. March 16. The show is at 1 p.m. March 22 at the center. Those who wish to attend are encouraged to buy $5 tickets in advance. Tickets are $7 the day of the show. Call the center, 587-6722, for information.

Belleair Beach candidates speak today

BELLEAIR BEACH -- Candidates for mayor and vice-mayor and four unopposed City Council candidates will speak from 7 to 9 p.m. today at Belleair Beach City Hall, 444 Causeway Blvd. Kaye Woolcott, Doug Prescott, Mike Kelly and Bob Park have been invited, along with City Council candidates Bert Cutler, Mary Jo Henderson, Chuck Pollick and Lynn Rives. The forum is sponsored by the Belleair Beach Property Owners Association. Call 595-4646.

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