Atlantic Beach Mayor's Notes
Annual
Holiday
Celebration Approaching
 I LOVE A PARADE.
But in Atlantic Beach the tough economic climate has
forced us to cut costs wherever we can to maintain our low tax rate.
The Town Council, staff and I have decided that it would be best to
save money this year by not holding a Christmas parade. We believe
that our citizens would rather have us cut back on celebrations like
parades than on services. The costs associated with closing Highway
58 are quite high, so eliminating the parade this year will help us
stay on budget.
We are, however,
still planning some great holiday events. We are holding a tree
lighting ceremony and community Christmas party at our fire station.
Both events were well-attended last year and we are excited about
hosting our citizens again this year.
On Saturday, Dec.
6 at 7pm we’ll light up the tallest Christmas tree on the Crystal Coast at our 2nd annual Tree
Lighting Ceremony. Our tree will be erected at the flag poles at the
entrance to the circle. After the Tree Lighting Ceremony we’ll all
walk across the street to the fire station where we’ll have food and
drinks. Live music will be provided by the Atlantic Beach Fire
Department’s Pipes and Drums band, as well as the Bouge Banks
Baptist Church Choir, who will serenade us with Christmas Carols.
Santa Claus
himself will be our guest of honor at the Christmas party and free
photos with Santa will be available to kids of all ages.
This is a great
opportunity to get out and mingle with your neighbors, elected
officials and town staff. We had an excellent turn out last year
after the parade and we look forward to hosting you again this year.
On behalf of
everyone at Town Hall, I would like pass along wishes of Happy
Holidays and a Happy New Year to all of our residents and visitors.
It is a pleasure to serve you.
Read more articles in the December print edition of Island Review.
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