Marks second acquisition in Northeast Ohio; name will change to Saint Therese of Westlake ST. LOUIS PARK, MN / ACCESS Newswire / May 1 2025 / Aging care and services leader Saint Therese today announced it is acquiring The Belvedere of Heritage Retirement Communities of Westlake The transition of ownership is expected to occur on May 1 This marks Saint Therese's second acquisition in Northeast Ohio in the past six months including the 2023 acquisition of IHM Senior Living in Monroe The Belvedere has 33 apartments of assisted living and secure memory care and is located just four miles east of St The Belvedere was most recently owned by Heritage Retirement Communities "This acquisition represents our commitment and dedication to the Ohio market and to grow Saint Therese's presence and impact with other mission and values-aligned communities," said Craig Abbott "Belvedere residents will have access to award-winning transitional and long-term care at St Mary of the Woods will now have the option of a Saint Therese memory care community at The Belvedere." Saint Therese will change the name of The Belvedere to Saint Therese of Westlake to reflect its integration into the organization and alignment with the Saint Therese brand About Saint Therese: Minnesota-based Saint Therese was founded in 1964 and prides itself on its rich tradition of providing exceptional care for seniors It has locations and services in Brooklyn Park Most communities provide the full continuum of care from independent living Odilia in Shoreview specializes in hospice and palliative care Ascend Rehabilitation provides rehabilitation therapy Barb Hemberger, 612-669-0381; barbarah@sainttherese.org We’d like to share more about how we work and what drives our day-to-day business How we use your information depends on the product and service that you use and your relationship with us To learn more about how we handle and protect your data, visit our privacy center Read our editorial policy to learn more about our process Executive Circle Awards The Belvedere Guest House 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and leaders Belvedere Terminals announced it will not be building a fuel terminal in the city the company is looking about 25 miles north “We are incredibly relieved in Ormond Beach to know that we're not going to have this 20-million-gallon fuel terminal on our doorsteps steps away from just thousands of residents who live here,” Ormond Beach resident Elena Krafft said According to initial project plans, the Belvedere Terminals site at 874 Hull Road in Ormond Beach was going to have 16 storage tanks that would hold up to 20.4 million gallons of fuel — with six of the tanks set to be 40 feet tall Residents raised concerns over possible safety and environmental issues in the area “We're thrilled with that fact that they're moving And if it wasn't for the residents banding together but as well as residents in all of Volusia County to stop this from being built here on this inappropriate facility This wouldn't have happened,” Ormond Beach resident Robin Magleora said Some concerns for residents included the proximity to a sports complex Sheila Lind said her house is right near to the railroad track “It was more to me for the future of our area it was not just the above ground fuel storage then the lightning capital of the world but it was going to be the additional train traffic and tanker trailer traffic that would be going down hull road behind me would be cutting off one of our entrances into our 55-plus retirement community,” she said Belvedere Terminals received a $10 million Florida Department of Commerce Grant to build the $75 million fuel storage facility Flagler County officials said the county and the city of Palm Coast are working together to bring a new industrial business specifically a fuel terminal that receives gas and diesel by rail which will distribute fuel to the tri-county area The goals are three-fold: providing high-paying jobs and increasing the property tax from an estimated $500 to $800,000 annually An added benefit of this project is a safer lower cost and more reliable delivery of fuel to the region raised the same types of concerns that plagued the Ormond Beach project But Belvedere Terminals CFO Timothy Schwarz said the plan in Palm Coast would include a top-of-the-line facility "We're nto cutting corners," he said probably $50 to $60 million more than would be required at any standard to have better safety than anyone could ever see in a facility like this." The project under consideration is with a company called Belvedere Terminals which will make $75 million to $80 million in capital investment plus an additional $10 million in state appropriations It is anticipated the company will bring in 30 to 35 high-paying Schwarz said company officials hope to have the project completed some time in 2026 Officials said this would be an economic development boon that would bring tax revenue into Flagler County the bulk of which comes from homeowners with only about 5% coming from commercial and industrial properties “This land is already zoned industrial in Flagler County,” said acting Palm Coast city manager Lauren Johnston said “We’ve heard from our community that economic vitality is a top priority This project will help us start to balance our tax base more evenly and minimize the burden on residential homeowners.” Belvedere would build on 78 acres near the tracks and the city’s utility plant off U.S “The Florida Department of Commerce grant will cover the land acquisition and the construction of critical infrastructure necessary to support a fuel storage and distribution terminal,” County Administrator Heidi Petito said Now that the plans were halted in the Ormond Beach property residents are sharing what they would like to see done in the lot in the future some barbecue pits to where people can enjoy that property without a threat of another industrial operation coming to that location,” Ormond Beach resident Catherine Pante said Spectrum News 13 reached out to the city of Ormond Beach for comments on this decision “The City of Ormond Beach sincerely thanks Senator Tom Leek for his unwavering leadership in ensuring the relocation of the proposed fuel farm Leek not only secured the state economic development funding in the 2024 budget but also actively pushed for a better outcome on behalf of our community We also extend our appreciation to Representative Bill Partington for his continued advocacy and support throughout this process His deep understanding of our community and long-standing commitment to the residents of Ormond Beach played an important role in helping guide this issue toward a more suitable resolution the project is now moving forward in a location that better aligns with community needs We are incredibly grateful for their leadership and tireless work to protect the unique character and quality of life that make our region so special Their advocacy is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when elected officials work hand-in-hand with the people they serve." © Heatherwick StudioThe concept designs for the new Belvedere include a distinctive pavilion with a flowing, ribbon-like form, surrounded by lush green spaces and pedestrian-friendly pathways. These features are intended to create a more organic connection between the city and the riverfront improving walkability and making the space more inviting for daily use the design aims to establish a more dynamic and inclusive public space where people can relax and experience the waterfront in a new way Related Article On the New Life of Buildings: Concepts, Reflections, and Adaptive Reuse Projects of 2024 A crucial aspect of the redevelopment has been community involvement. Recognizing the importance of local input, city officials and project leaders have engaged with Louisville residents through a series of public meetings, gathering ideas and feedback to help shape the final design. This collaborative approach reflects a broader effort to ensure the new Belvedere meets the needs of the community while preserving its historical significance. © Heatherwick Studio Belvedere has an incredible potential to become a new green 'living room' for Louisville and its people. Our design will stitch together the Ohio riverfront and connect it to the expansive parks beyond. We've been listening to the community and hear a huge appetite for something powerful, exciting and new to happen. -- Stuart Wood, Executive Partner and Group Leader at Heatherwick Studio You'll now receive updates based on what you follow Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors If you have done all of this and still can't find the email provides something rare for American golfers: regular access to one of the finest examples of a Golden Age architect’s work Join the clubJoin the clubJoin the clubJoin the clubLog inLog inLog inLog inAccessPrivate 2021aboutVisiting Belvedere feels like stepping back in time known for his many excellent courses in California spent his summers at Charlevoix Golf Links (now Charlevoix Golf Club) as the Professional in Charge from 1914 to 1935 It was during this period that he was commissioned to design Belvedere {{content-block-course-profile-belvedere-golf-club-001}} Head professional Marty Joy has transformed the modest Belvedere golf shop into a terrific history room Joy has extensively researched William Watson’s life and the shop now displays some of his work Featuring intriguing sketches of holes and fascinating old photos it is well worth arriving 5-10 minutes early to explore {{content-block-course-profile-belvedere-golf-club-002}} Belvedere has served as the venue of the Michigan Amateur more times than any other course the course hosted 26 consecutive championships and has now reached a total of 40 Belvedere is set to host the event again in 2025 coinciding with the club’s centennial celebration The 16th hole begins at the lowest point of the back nine and climbs to the central ridge It serves as a reminder that not every short par 4 has to be drivable A slight miss to the right or excessive spin will send the ball rolling down Bailing left leads to a tricky chip that could easily roll off the green In an era where drivable par 4s have gained prominence short par 4s demanding intricate wedge shots have become underrated and the 16th hole stands as one of our favorite examples {{content-block-course-profile-belvedere-golf-club-003}} How do you build a compelling course with just one core topographical feature By using it repeatedly and crafting incredible greens William Watson built fascinating golf on a site featuring a prominent ridge with a road running through it defined by a steep ridge and a road—Marion Center—that bisects the property almost equally The road has been there since the course’s inception dividing the front nine on the west side and the back nine on the east The ridge extends to both sides of the road His routing allows many holes to play off of Players encounter this dynamic from the very start The first hole at Belvedere features a dramatic tee shot off the ridge playing down to a fairway pressed against the ridge line This stellar hole makes an immediate impression whereas the next four navigate some of the course’s least interesting land the holes are memorable because of standout greens has one of Belvedere’s many “potato chip”-style greens {{content-block-course-profile-belvedere-golf-club-004}} From the low point on the west side of the property you begin your ascent up the ridge on the sixth hole This hole provides a welcome splash of topographical variety after a series of flat holes The seventh continues the climb with a long par 5 you find yourself back on top of the ridge Recent tree removal by superintendent Jordan Caplan has emphasized the infinity character of this spectacular green tempting you to shorten the hole by biting off some of the right side The hole culminates in another remarkable Watson green with a false front and a severe left-to-right slope the 10th once again takes you from the ridge down into the valley Hitting your tee shot to the right leaves your view of the green obstructed by a small ridge The short approach demands utmost attention because of the green’s sharp undulations many of which repel the ball away from its target The back nine stands out for its greater interaction and variety with the ridge you walk up to the 12th tee and play along and down the ridge diagonally Shorter hitters will approach the green from the ridgetop A tough outcome is if the ball stays on the slope of the ridge resulting in a sidehill approach with a wedge {{content-block-course-profile-belvedere-golf-club-005}} the back features only two flat holes: the par-4 13th and the par-3 14th The 13th boasts one of the best greens on the property This hole takes you down a second ridge to the lowest portion of the east side of the property There are two options off the tee: play safe and stay on top of the ridge or attempt to cut the dogleg right and get to the lower area Playing to the top leaves a longer approach but is an easier tee shot and the chance for your ball to catch on the ridge {{content-block-course-profile-belvedere-golf-club-006}} the exceptional 16th hole ascends back up the ridge The long par-3 17th plays over a valley in memorable fashion leading to a green that leaves a lasting impression Situated on flat land with a false front and a couple of knobs this green will often send you away with a five even if you reach it in two Belvedere’s virtues are simple but enduring and his greens test your short game and enliven the duller sections of the property All towns could have a course like this—and I wish they did the greens and routing at Belvedere are masterful While the agronomic presentation is impressive (superintendent Jordan Caplan has remarkably enhanced Belvedere’s playing conditions over the years) the course’s stylistic presentation suffers from the lack of original bunkers resemble open saucers more than Watson’s rugged creations would significantly improve the course’s aesthetics that consulting architect Bruce Hepner has skillfully restored fairway lines and playing corridors on a budget over time Although the ridge is used ingeniously in some areas 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Something went wrong while submitting the form.Author NameJan 13, 2025DeleteLorem ipsum dolor sit amet Founder Andy Johnson started Fried Egg Golf in 2015 by answering his own question: What if we made golf architecture approachable In looking at an entire golf course holistically Fried Egg Golf brings another dimension to the game and fills a gap in golf coverage FooterA deeper level of golfSign up to our newsletter for fresh takes Mondays Fried Egg Course RatingWe rate golf courses using a three-"Egg" scale a course must be very good; to receive three Most courses will not get any Eggs at all — and this is not meant as an insult Click here to learn more about our rating system and our criteria of Land Superintendent Series: Jordan Caplan on Belvedere and Michigan GolfSuperintendent Series: Jordan Caplan on Belvedere and Michigan GolfSuperintendent Series: Jordan Caplan on Belvedere and Michigan Golf54 minAugust 31 The Venetian-inspired Belvedere Guest House for Men in Cherry Grove an architecturally distinctive hotel in Fire Island’s Cherry Grove community The ornate, Venetian-style hotel with a 68-year history has long served as a popular vacation destination for the gay community The property has 33 rooms and 200 feet of bayfront according to listing agent Mitch Muroff of Muroff Hospitality “You’re on the ferry on the Great South Bay and you see this building and it’s just incredible,” said Muroff “It doesn’t look like anything else on Fire Island … You’d expect to see a property like this in the south of France 20 suites have private bathrooms while the economy rooms have eight shared bathrooms The property was listed by Coldwell Banker Sammis and co-brokered by Gail Gladstone and David Blumberg in 2003 for $4.5 million retail and all things business across Long Island By clicking Sign up, you agree to our privacy policy who has owned and operated the hotel since 2018 is selling the property so he can spend more time with his partner and not worry about the busy summer hospitality rush “There’s no great impetus for the sale,” said Muroff “He and his partner would like to spend more time together without the challenges of running a hotel all summer long.” Fire Island’s Cherry Grove and Pines communities draw around 110,000 LGBTQ+ tourists every summer Dorcelien Eberhardt could not be reached for comment Friday Dorcelien Eberhardt was not the first owner of the hotel but represents the third generation of a group of gay men that have run it since 1957 The Belvedere was built by the late artist and builder John Eberhardt who began buying land and building homes in Cherry Grove in 1949 Eberhardt constructed the Belvedere in 1957 and continued expanding on it after he met his partner adorned with European antiques and elaborate murals “John met Craig and they formed a life-long relationship,” said Muroff It’s essentially been in the same family for three generations without any of them being related by blood.” The Belvedere has been ubiquitous with Fire Island since its inception who said the hotel exemplifies Cherry Grove’s history of drag and camp culture high style of the ‘queens’ sitting around having high tea Men saw it as an oasis from the homophobic environment back then.” who also sold the Ice Palace and Grove hotels in 2022 “This hotel is an irreplaceable asset” to Fire Island Trump's influence on NY's future .. Get the latest news and more great videos at NewsdayTV Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories The Newsday app makes it easier to access content without having to log in Unlimited Digital AccessOnly 25¢for 6 months Audi announce organisational restructure ahead of F1 arrival in 2026 5 Winners and 5 Losers from Miami – Who excelled in the Sunshine State Tsunoda concedes he ‘made life much more difficult’ with five-second penalty in Miami after battling for final point Antonelli taking plenty of positives from Miami weekend despite struggles on way to P6 in the Grand Prix ‘We took the tough decision’ – Vasseur defends Ferrari team orders situation in Miami as he acknowledges Hamilton’s frustration Building on the landmark 10-year Global Partnership between Formula 1 and LVMH Formula 1 is excited to announce Moët Hennessy luxury spirit as the sport’s first-ever Official Vodka Partner The collaboration marks Belvedere’s first foray into global sports and connects two brands celebrated for their heritage Formula 1 and Belvedere will create one-of-a-kind experiences and give fans the unforgettable taste of an F1 race READ MORE: Moët & Chandon returns as the Official Champagne of Formula 1 Belvedere Vodka is produced in one of the world's longest operating Polish distilleries with distillers drawing from a 600-year Polish vodka-making history to artfully craft rye into an extraordinary vodka of distinct taste and character Belvedere will host an Official After Party of the Australian Grand Prix an exclusive event that will redefine high-end entertainment and nightlife and bring together the world’s most renowned DJs Belvedere Vodka will be served in hospitality spaces throughout the season including in Paddock Club and the F1 Garage further adding to the incredible energy of the circuit said: “Formula 1 has always been the symbol of prestige which is why we are so thrilled to welcome Belvedere as our first Official Vodka Partner Together we share the same dedication to quality and the pursuit of exclusive moments “This announcement once again confirms the strong connection with LVMH Their willingness to fully embrace the spirit of Formula 1 excites us and makes us proud of this partnership.” READ MORE: Louis Vuitton joins Formula 1 and becomes title partner of the Australian Grand Prix added: “I am immensely proud of the partnership between Belvedere and Formula 1 where milliseconds forge legends and engines roar with untamed energy Belvedere Vodka arrives not just as a partner but as the embodiment of the festivities and the entertainment Formula 1 isn’t just about speed; it’s about spectacle there will be always a reason to honour the excitement of the sport Don't miss your chance to experience the picturesque Imola circuit.. MIAMI LOWDOWN: All the key moments as McLaren and Antonelli shine, Ferrari face tensions and LEGO takes over MONDAY MORNING DEBRIEF: How Leclerc and Hamilton’s opposing Miami strategies culminated in fractious Ferrari radio exchanges HIGHLIGHTS: Piastri leads McLaren 1-2 after thrilling race in Miami Driveable LEGO big builds welcomed to Miami drivers’ parade Cadillac unveil their team logo and brand during dazzling Miami launch event ahead of 2026 entry Verstappen vs Norris into Turn 1 and Antonelli after redemption – What To Watch For in the Miami Grand Prix Driveable LEGO big builds welcomed to Miami drivers’ parade MIAMI LOWDOWN: All the key moments as McLaren and Antonelli shine © 2003-2025 Formula One World Championship Limited Uecker played her father George Owens on the family sitcom Belvedere," a show that aired on ABC in the mid to late 1980s Tofte, who played Heather Owens on "Mr. Belvedere," was "absolutely heartbroken" upon learning that Uecker died on Thursday She posted a lengthy tribute to her TV dad even noting a personal experience she had with Uecker just last month at his home in Menomonee Falls which made the visit even more important to me," Tofte wrote he was cracking jokes and making me laugh." is what Uecker did all the time while on set back in the 1980s "I’ll always treasure the memories from Mr Belvedere – there were so many," Tofte wrote "Bob was the glue that held us together and kept us grounded and his #1 goal was always to make us laugh." She recalled days spent on his boat on Lake Michigan or seeing him at the ballpark whether it was in Los Angeles or Milwaukee "Bob had a rare gift of making everyone feel special," Tofte wrote "He appreciated everyone — no matter their status One of his other TV children also remembered Uecker "90 years and still gone too soon," Brice Beckham, who played Uecker's youngest son on the show, Wesley, wrote on Instagram, along with a series of photos representing Uecker's well-traveled life Share it here: What's your favorite memory of late Brewers broadcaster Bob Uecker? By subscribing, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy Polish alcohol label Belvedere Vodka continues to shake up the beverage scene. After revealing opulent bottles and a luxurious campaign with Future and Taika Waititi in 2024 Belvedere now steps into the caffeinated aisle with Dirty Brew The brand’s new coffee-based liqueur will get you buzzed in more ways than one blending organic rye vodka with robusta coffee beans for an impactful flavor The roasted notes of coffee are heightened with touches of toffee and espresso brightening your cocktails with bold accents Charlottesville, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – The Center at Belvedere is partnering with the University of Virginia for a special screening of Dottie a film created to help healthcare professionals build empathy for individuals with dementia expressed her enthusiasm for the collaboration calling the film “a really cool conversation around how we… talk about this disease that a lot of people are scared of.” The event will also include a Q&A session with Dottie’s artistic director adButlerLazyLoad("1223781303405916524",100,["688449","688449","688449"],"177030"); the Center is collaborating with Dementia Friends of Central Virginia to support the growing number of individuals affected by cognitive decline “One out of every 10 adults that are 65 and older are suffering with some aspect of cognitive decline,” Benjamin shared She noted that all Center staff have undergone specialized training to better assist those experiencing memory loss Through initiatives like the Dottie screening and its continued partnership with Dementia Friends the Center at Belvedere is deepening its community impact the Center remains a vital resource for older adults and their families “It’s something that benefits all of our society when we actually do those things,” said Benjamin referring to the Center’s commitment to dementia-friendly practices adButlerLazyLoad("958402455899487750",100,["688449","688449","688449"],"177030"); Olivia Davis is a Content Contributor for Cville Right Now UVA Alert Monday morning from self-inflicted gunshot incident The Nelson County Sheriff and The AWARE Foundation of Virginia asking help finding a missing Nelson County teen Governor Youngkin took final actions to complete the legislative session for 2025 in the General Assembly City Council Monday night considers a grant program to assist low- and moderate-income people whose home ownership in the city may be in jeopardy due to financial stress associated with costs owning that home Virginia’s standing as one of the top states in the nation for patient safety in hospital settings has again been affirmed in the Leapfrog Group Hospital Safety Grade rankings Be sure you have your GPS enabled and try again Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg unveiled the first proposed renderings of the reimagined Belvedere and the project's new manager at his 2025 State of the City address Thursday we're now going to create an iconic world-class destination that will serve as Louisville's front yard and canal," he told an audience at the Rotary Club of Louisville I'm going to publicly share some conceptual renderings of what the Belvedere could look like." saying she was taking "on a new challenge" in her statement The initial renderings are not set in stone, Greenberg told the audience at his address. The government is still collecting feedback and community reactions through an online form. Beyond the announcements about the Belvedere Greenberg touched on several facets of life in Louisville from public safety to parks to libraries — including that the Parkland Library will reopen in late February — amid a slew of running puns though Greenberg said he is committed to reforming the department regardless of a consent decree gave the speech in a navy suit and athletic shoes He likened being mayor to running in a race and said he is focused on "building momentum" through the rest of his time in office spearheaded the legislation and previously said it was meant to force mayoral candidates to "hunt votes" around Jefferson County Greenberg pitched himself as a mayor for the full county during the address "I want to strengthen the connections among our neighbors and all of our neighborhoods whether it's the neighborhoods that are closer to the urban core or the neighborhoods that are close to the county line and might be surrounded by woods and farmland The full 2025 State of the City address is online Reach reporter Eleanor McCrary at EMcCrary@courier-journal.com or at @ellie_mccrary on X Building a Crazy Pro Street Car Out of a Crazily Styled Vehicle Is Pro Street GeniusTony Netzel treated his 1961 Plymouth Belvedere to the Pro Street look The twin-turbo 440 backs up the looks with serious performance Barry KluczykWriterKevin DiOssiPhotographerMar 04 There’s a lot of existential power in “just because”—the reflexive reply to an impulsive act that seeks neither validation nor approval “just because” is the answer to why we pushed your little sister to the ground or poured maple syrup down the heating vents He plucked it from a wrecking yard in North Dakota way back in 1994 The owner then directed Tony to the Belvedere “A ’61 Belvedere wasn’t remotely on my radar,” said the flooring specialist from the Gopher State “but it was so odd-looking that I had to do something with it it was better than driving home and listening to the empty tow dolly rattle on the highway.” With inspiration from the low-slung, big-tire Pro Street cars he’d seen in magazines when he was young it wasn’t long before Tony had the quirky-looking Mopar with the furrowed browback-halved and tubbed along with a tweed interior and a tangerine paintjob It was all the standard fare of mid-’90s hot-rodding but I wanted to stretch the car more and take it to the next level,” he said but Tony remained steadfast in his grander vision for the car It included more chassis and suspension work and revisiting the powertrain “I started thinking more about it over time and then my buddy Matt suggested twin turbos for the car,” he said We got started on the car again around 2012.”  effectively creating a full frame over which the unitized body structure was channeled Highlights include a four-link setup in the rear with coilovers and a Mustang II–style front suspension and the requisite rack-and-pinion steering system The stance and ride height are tailored perfectly with airbags In addition to the dare-to-be-different body, the car’s other big “just because” element is the twin-turbocharged RB big-block The engine displaces 493 cubic inches (a 0.030-over 440 block with a 4.150-inch stroke) and is fitted with forged internals as well as a comparatively small solid camshaft It also wears a set of Indy cylinder heads a pair of 64mm Borg Warner turbos blow into Holley 450-cfm carburetors mounted on old-school Mopar long-ram intake manifolds Supporting elements include an MSD ignition system and fuel-system stuff from Aeromotive the force-fed 493 makes about 800 horsepower which Tony acknowledges seems a bit tame compared to the big-boost street cars topping 1,000 the goal for this car was never to win HOT ROD Drag Week “It’s not a race car and was never intended to be one,” he said, “but it has gone 10.90 at 132 mph, sips pump gas, and never, ever overheats. I did the last Power Tour West and when the ambient temperature hit 113 degrees It’s also worth mentioning just how far streetcar performance has come in recent years It wasn’t all that long ago that a truly streetable 700-horsepower hot rod would have been cover material with those twin-turbos on vintage long-ram manifolds It all finally reaches the pavement via 22.5-inch-wide Hoosier tires mounted on classic Weld Rodlite 15x14-inch rear wheels Matching 4-inch-wide Rodlites and skinny 165/80R15 tires keep the car’s chin off the ground As Plymouth applied its own dare-to-be-different styling to the ’61 Belvedere so Tony simply straightened and smoothed the stock sheetmetal and gave the hood a bit of a bikini trim to make room for all the turbo plumbing That stock appearance amplifies the car’s presence and so does the bold Dodge Viper Snakeskin Green paintwork with a contrasting roof color There’s also a full rollcage, and to make room for the massive wheeltubs, the rear seat was jettisoned. Nevertheless, there was enough room for a tidy audio system with a Pioneer head unit mounted in a custom center console. The wheeltubs also take up a fair bit of the trunk, which is otherwise filled to the brim with a big long-hauler fuel cell, the battery, and an air tank for the airbags.  That alone justifies the effort. Not that Tony was seeking validation. From every angle, his Plymouth oozes the very essence of “just because.” We should all be so confident. Formula One has announced Belvedere as the first-ever official vodka partner of the series This is the latest deal to form part of the ten-year contract that Formula One agreed with LVMH Group last year It also makes Belvedere the first brand controlled by the luxury goods conglomerate to partner with the series that was not named in the original announcement Moët Hennessy and Louis Vuitton were the three brands specified initially Belvedere’s designation as ‘official vodka’ of Formula One follows the recent trend of increasing commercialisation in the series, which began with KitKat being named the series’ first official chocolate bar in November 2024 “Formula One has always been the symbol of prestige which is why we are so thrilled to welcome Belvedere as our first official vodka partner,” said Stefano Domenicali president and chief executive of Formula One “Together we share the same dedication to quality and the pursuit of exclusive moments This announcement once again confirms the strong connection with LVMH Their willingness to fully embrace the spirit of Formula One excites us and makes us proud of this partnership.” president and chief executive of Belvedere Vodka added: “I am immensely proud of the partnership between Belvedere and Formula One “Formula One isn’t just about speed; it’s about spectacle Belvedere will host an official after party at this year’s season-opening Australian Grand Prix which is being title sponsored by fellow LVMH-owned brand Louis Vuitton Looking to unlock more exclusive insights and strategic connections in the motorsport industry The BlackBook Motorsport Forum is the destination that connects and inspires top decision-makers and leaders across global motorsport. Join us in London on 27th March 2025 to dissect the critical balance between on and off-track performance, exploring areas such as technical innovation, sustainability and commercial success. Discover more here It's time to inject some much-needed energy into our city. The proposed redesign of the Belvedere spearheaded by the award-winning London-based design firm Heatherwick Studio promises to breathe new life into this iconic space When I first heard about the plans to redo the Belvedere I couldn't help but wonder: why fix something that isn't broken it's clear that this project is about more than just aesthetics — it's about creating a vibrant engaging destination that reflects our inherent spirit Area landmarks seem to be woven into the designs thoughtfully incorporating elements from the sweeping curves of the KFC Yum Center and the Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts plus the use of color seen at the Muhammad Ali Center Belvedere project with Waterfront Park would be visual refugeToday the question shouldn’t be "why?" It must be  "why not?" but the value they bring to our community is immeasurable combined with the Waterfront Park and the new play area would offer a visual refuge for tourists and locals Gov. Beshear We reintroduced Kentucky to the world at economic forum, and it wants to invest. | Opinion This public art space would greatly enhance the cityscape creating a welcoming environment that everyone can enjoy Louisville tourism brings in a substantial $3.4 billion and enriching the cultural fabric of our city While some may be critical of investing in projects aimed at attracting tourists the benefits extend to everyone in our community The Belvedere project plays a significant role in drawing visitors which in turn boosts our economy and provides shared spaces for all to enjoy inspires creativity and reflects diversity everything becomes monotonous and uninspired The Belvedere redesign offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate visual and creative diversity making our city a better place for everyone I see office workers taking lunchtime strolls and hear children on field trips laughing   and playing while releasing energy Opinion: Louisville police reform is not optional. It is a mandate from this community. This project will provide a space for them It's about creating a place where people can come together The recent unveiling of renderings for a new multi-million dollar project The door is now open for a vibrant discussion about our future and sets the stage for defining a collective vision Heatherwick Studio has created iconic structures worldwide Their work showcases their ability to blend creativity with functionality The Belvedere project is another example of their innovative approach offering our community an exciting opportunity to shape our urban landscape Looking through the company’s portfolio strengthens my belief that great design can transform spaces and enhance the lives of those who use them The Belvedere redesign must be more than just a facelift We should embrace it as a bold step toward creating a world-class destination Let’s not forget the Michael Graves-designed Humana building now stands as an iconic symbol of our city's architectural The Belvedere project must be about embracing change Let's come together and make this vision a reality Agree or disagree? 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Kolarik is a marketing manager at a Louisville agency He also is a former Courier Journal Opinion editor Plans for fuel farms in Fort Pierce, Ormond Beach and Jacksonville made headlines in 2023 amid public outcry over their proximity to neighborhoods and natural waterways TCPalm previously reported Belvedere Terminals has no experience building or operating such terminals Now a new investigation found Grupo México the Mexican company responsible for loading and transporting millions of gallons of flammable petrochemicals has an extensive record of safety and environmental violations Neither company responded to TCPalm's multiple requests for comment about the community’s safety concerns “It's no secret that I am not in favor of this project being so close to our new wastewater treatment plant or 10 Mile Creek,” said Florida Rep “We must also be careful with the organizations that Belvedere Terminals will partner with.” What is Grupo México?Grupo México is a global mining transportation and infrastructure conglomerate based in Mexico City with operations in México The company bought the Florida East Coast Railway in 2017 making it ultimately responsible for the fuel tankers CEO Germán Larrea Mota-Velasco — the world's second-richest Latin American according to the Bloomberg Billionaires index — has expanded the company into the freight rail industry since taking over in 1994 the company operates over 6,800 miles of track It's not uncommon for companies as large as Grupo México to receive safety and environmental violations especially when they manage operations across multiple industries But the mining and transportation conglomerate was fined 2.5 times more money than the average of its top 10 peers in the industry Since acquiring FEC Railway seven years ago Grupo México has more than doubled its safety violations according to Federal Railroad Administration data the FEC Railway received 14 safety violations during the seven years before Grupo México took over the railway was hit with 38 safety violations Grupo México was found responsible for various environmental disasters around the world, including what the Mexican government considers the worst mining disaster in its history: a 2014 acid waste spill in Sonora that contaminated a dozen towns and two rivers U.S. operations have resulted in nearly a half-billion dollars in environmental violations since 2000, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. The EPA slammed mining subsidiary ASARCO with a $163.5 million penalty in 2015 for releasing hazardous air pollutants, including lead and arsenic, from a 103-year-old copper smelter in Arizona.  Mining operations were responsible for 20 Superfund sites in seven states, which are contaminated areas so polluted that cleanup could take years. Belvedere Terminals: Fort Pierce fuel farm sparks public safety, water pollution concerns Belvedere Terminals: CEO and founder Edwin Cothron bribed public official in 1984 On the Treasure Coast, the company was fined $7,090 in 2023 for letting toxic lead paint flake off into the St. Sebastian River for years, according to Florida Department of Environmental Protection records Grupo México has the second highest total fines for environmental violations, topped only by Norfolk Southern, the railway responsible for the East Palestine, Ohio, derailment in 2023. Here are the top 10 freight rail companies operating in the U.S and their total financial penalties since 2000: a Volusia County resident who helped lead the opposition to that fuel farm Fort Pierce fuel farm plansBelvedere Terminals is responsible for building and operating the fuel tanks The company leased land from FEC Railway to build the Fort Pierce fuel farm and submitted a pre-application plan to St There's “no update yet," a spokesperson told TCPalm in December Initial plans call for fuel tanks on a 145-acre forested site on Glades Cut Off Road just south of Lake Zobel in the George LeStrange Preserve The fuel farm would be about half a mile from residential neighborhoods and adjacent to the Ten Mile Creek The depot would have one 40-foot-tall tank that would hold 94,000 barrels two 40-feet-tall tanks that would hold 67,000 barrels and a smaller secondary tank that would hold 51,000 barrels Belvedere Terminals' intentions in Ormond Beach are uncertain The company hasn't responded to Volusia County Manager George Recktenwald nor addressed concerns that it omitted certain wetlands impacts in its Environmental Resource Permit application “After several attempts to reach you and your associate … I continue to seek information from you, or any of your associates, to ascertain Belvedere's intentions,” he wrote in a letter to Belvedere Terminals in August 2024 Belvedere also hasn't said whether it's considering relocating the 16-tank fuel farm proposed near neighborhoods the city's municipal airport and the Ormond Beach Sports Complex officials and environmental advocates pressured Belvedere to move the site and the state allocated $10 million to do so Jacksonville had more luck convincing Belvedere to relocate its 14-tank terminal from a site near the Dinsmore neighborhood Belvedere agreed to build it at a CSX railway depot off Sportsman Club Road Fuel will be transported by FEC Railway south of Jacksonville Belvedere points to Florida’s lack of gas pipelines and in-state production of oil More fuel resiliency would reduce the reliance of boat deliveries “We are in communication with Florida state leaders and we are hopeful that our company's mission will benefit Floridians,” CEO and President Edwin Cothron III said in the statement What is Belvedere Terminals and who runs it? Belvedere was founded in Delaware in 2012 and began doing business in St. Petersburg in 2019, according to Florida Department of State's Division of Corporations records The company’s website said Cothron has "a thorough knowledge of the petroleum industry" from his 29 years in "management, training and service-related experience,” and that he developed over 50 gasoline convenience and retail centers in his career Cothron has tangled with criminal and financial issues, including two bankruptcies and a 1984 conviction for bribing a public official he offered $50,000 to a State Attorney’s Office representative to drop cocaine trafficking charges against a longtime friend who was on parole Jack Lemnus is a TCPalm enterprise reporter. Contact him at jack.lemnus@tcpalm.com — Residents filled the Flagler County Board of County Commissioners meeting on Monday for discussion surrounding a proposed fuel terminal in Palm Coast Belvedere Terminals are looking to build near the city’s utility plant off of U.S 1 after plans in Ormond Beach fell through That project has seen a lot of back and forth Palm Coast Mayor Mike Norris took to Facebook saying he recommended to city staff to withdraw from consideration for the project “We are severely limited on properties zoned for industrial development and the large landowners are unlikely to offer up lands for zoning changes to bring about meaningful industrial / commercial development,” Norris stated in his post His post included an email sent to Palm Coast City Manager Lauren Johnston saying in part: “In light of the quite vocal rejection of the project we need to withdraw from consideration for the terminal project.” 13 people used public comment at the commission meeting to speak about the proposed fuel terminal a majority holding signs and wearing shirts in opposition “Most of us are against this and we’re outraged we’re deeply concerned,” Palm Coast resident Narina Speaks said.  a neighborhood that’s a few minutes away from the proposed fuel terminal’s location She worries about the environmental impacts this project could have and its proximity to neighboring buildings we have our elders living there,” Speaks said “If we don’t stand and we don’t speak up about what’s going on we’re going to have everything polluted and our environment’s going to go terrible We’re just not going to have a chance for our kids to enjoy what we’re enjoying.” Joshua Stumbo started a petition on Change.org that’s for the Belvedere fuel terminal He believes the city and county need to see this through they’re just denying it like the city hasn’t done anything yet about it let the facts be heard before we just say no,” Stumbo said Stumbo is from Pennsylvania and knows what it’s like to be close to projects of this scale To him and many others, it’s about job creation in the area they’re right next to houses up there and they haven’t done anything,” he said it only damages the tank and 400 feet away It doesn’t go a mile and a half to a mile away.”  A city of Palm Coast spokesperson tells Spectrum News 13 they believe this project will be talked about more during Tuesday’s city council workshop Flagler County and Palm Coast leaders said the fuel terminal project would create high-paying jobs but he also had a successful acting career including his role in the popular TV sitcom Mr Uecker spent several years playing the part of George Owens But what hasn’t changed is her love and appreciation for Bob Uecker The ‘80s hit show made viewers fall even more in love with Uecker Tracy says it was “amazing” to work with him as a child She played his TV daughter from the age of 12 until she turned 18 “He was like a second dad to me,” Tracy said They were like a parental figure for me for most of my life.” visiting them in Wisconsin on his boat and sharing time in Los Angeles when he went there to call Brewers games She said they always tried to get together Tracy was lucky enough to see Bob just three weeks ago at his home in Menomonee Falls “When I first walked into their home and saw him ‘Get a hold of your emotions,’ because the sight of him made me want to burst into tears and we just sat at the kitchen table for a few hours.” Watch: Tracy Tofte remembers Uecker as her TV father Tracy learned of Bob’s passing from a text message early this morning As she works through the shock and heartbreak of Mr darling,’ and giving me a big hug,” Tracy said “He would call me Darling Trace and kitten He had so much pride about baseball in Milwaukee you could see how the memories mattered to him And I’m just very honored and blessed to have known him I feel like everybody should try to be like Bob—make everybody feel special.” Stream local news and weather 24/7 by searching for “TMJ4” on your device Available for download on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, and more. Report a typo or error // Submit a news tip Report a typo Then a chance of scattered thunderstorms overnight A missing person report was taken Sunday in the 2300 block of Olive Street Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Account processing issue - the email address may already exist Would you like to receive our daily headlines? Signup today Receive email alerts anytime there is breaking news or a severe weather alert Get the latest local and national sports headlines delivered to your inbox every morning Would you like to receive our Police Reports? Signup today Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application It is with the most profound sadness that we announce the passing of Devin “Belvedere” Shea on July 10 due to complications from ventricular tachycardia He will be remembered and missed by his parents Jim and Linda (Wickeri) Shea of Hudson brother Jamie Shea and his wife Teri of Framingham He attended Hudson High School (Class of 1997) he spent his entire life in Hudson and in Orleans He loved not only the people of Hudson and Orleans and collected and preserved memorabilia from both towns since he was a child in his family’s antique shop Devin graduated UMASS Dartmouth with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art + Design: Graphic Design (Class of 2001.) He was incredibly artistic and creative making the perfect gift at the perfect time He helped to restore his family’s beloved cottage “The Surf” at the Cape and put many unique “Devin” touches in such as antique porthole windows and mirrors learning to play at the Odd Fellows Hall (above the family antique store) and then at On Cue Billiards in Hudson when he was 13 years old he worked at Gee Cues Billiards in Marlborough He won more pool tournaments than can be counted and has competed nationally in Las Vegas nine times He ran the Massachusetts Eagles Eight-Ball Tournament whenever the Hudson club hosted Devin was also an avid fisherman and sportsman He loved spending time at his summer home in Orleans always making time to stop for a few casts under the Railroad Bridge along the Cape Cod Canal and brought many a bushel home to share with dear friends or a batch of 2:00 AM baked-stuffed quahogs that told someone immediately how you knew him and yet always made you feel like the only person in the room Devin was loved by many and he loved you back even more When asking friends to sum him up in a single sentence the same qualities came up again and again He always made himself available to anyone in need and would do anything for anyone He helped so many people and touched so many lives whether it was to give a hand or just be there as a friend or just to say nothing and give you the best hugs.  Devin was a kind soul who could always make you laugh he was the friend who would find something and turn it into a joke along with a smile that would brighten up the room no matter who you were or what mood you were in could always put a smile on your face and was there for you when you needed him He was an old soul who brought a certain type of happiness into people's lives and had the ability to make people feel like they were on a field trip when in his company He was always happy as he made his way about town Devin was incredibly intelligent and wildly clever He had a memory like an elephant and used it to his hilarious advantage (Don’t let him know your soft spot!) He remembered things about everybody He could take the smallest piece of “junk” turn it into something so special for someone Or he would decorate something or hide something in your home yet understood for each person he knew just what special combination of his personality they needed most That is the one thing that sums up Devin the most the one thing that he was incredibly rich with – love He loved everyone and was loved by everyone Please join us in celebrating Devin’s/Belvedere’s indominable wit and spirit at a Celebration of Life at the Hudson Elks (99 Park St.) on July 28 in a private ceremony on the family’s property in Cape Cod Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors Belvedere Terminals has shifted its plans from building a fuel storage and distribution facility near Ormond Beach to a site in Palm Coast as its proposed location Belvedere Terminals plans to build the facility on more than 70 acres near the city’s utility plant off U.S The project is expected to bring about 300,000 barrels of product ― one barrel is equal to 42 gallons ― in about four to five tanks Belvedere Terminals' Chief Financial Officer Tim Schwarz said Schwarz said Belvedere Terminals chose the site in part because it's already zoned for industrial use and it's near to the Florida East Coast Railway track which would be used for transporting the product He said he's been working closely with Flagler County and Palm Coast officials on the plans Belvedere Terminals plans to invest about $75 million in the project and use an additional $10 million from the state of Florida The state offered the money as an incentive for the project to move from Ormond Beach to an alternative site in Volusia and the funds would go through Flagler County government Plans for the Ormond Beach project on Hull Road faced major backlash from residents business owners and others concerned about the possible hazards of living next to a large fuel storage facility as well as traffic increases and other issues Schwarz said he's trying to avoid that early by educating people about the safety features and benefits of the Palm Coast project "There's a lot of things that we bring that I don't think we ever really got a fair hearing in Ormond Beach to talk about the benefits I think people were too concerned about a lot of disinformation about the safety of our system," he said Schwarz said Ormond Beach is a backup plan if Palm Coast falls through The Florida East Coast Railway owns the Ormond Beach site Elena Krafft was among those who advocated against the Ormond Beach location "I'm incredibly happy for Ormond Beach," Krafft said "It was always an extremely inappropriate project for our beautiful beach community will be part of a bigger system of fuel delivery and storage that has taken more than 10 years and over $20 million to develop to date "We're redesigning the way product is brought into Florida," he said every gallon of gas you consume currently comes over the water into the three main ports: Tampa crews will load 125-car trains with product at a hub in Mississippi and the trains will deliver products to "spur locations" in Jacksonville the products will be trucked to local retailers Schwarz said it will provide a stable source of fuel that won't be disrupted by severe weather like ports are and it also won't rely on long-haul trucking Safety has been top of mind for Belvedere Terminals from the beginning and the business has invested "millions and millions" toward that end The trains are built specifically for Belvedere Terminals If a component such as a bearing were to overheat the locomotive and control room would be notified the train would stop and the train car would be pulled out of service for repairs "That telemetrics is basically bringing passenger-level safety to industrial-commercial rail," Schwarz said The storage tanks will be state of the art with advanced lightning protection systems and floating roofs to prevent vapor and air from accumulating and risking an ignition Each tank would have a foam suppression system that would be immediately triggered to put out a fire if something ignited Tanks would be monitored daily for leaks visually and electronically The entire facility would also have a berm wall it would be contained within the berm wall Underneath the property will be a nonpermeable membrane so no leaks will seep out of the area and into the groundwater system the facility will go above Environmental Protection Agency standards to control vapor loss which can happen when moving product from one container to another "We're 10 times better than the EPA's standard for vapor recovery," he said Schwarz said officials expect about one train a week to come to the Palm Coast site and about four trucks from customers an hour to pick up fuel for local delivery What's the next step in the Palm Coast fuel facility project?The land is already zoned for industrial use Belvedere Terminals still needs to complete a lease agreement with Flagler County and go through the regular project permitting process with Palm Coast which is from the Florida Department of Commerce will also go toward site improvements and building infrastructure Flagler County Administrator Heidi Petito said in a prepared statement While the project sparked pushback in Ormond Beach Palm Coast officials voiced enthusiasm for the fuel facility The project is expected to bring in 30 to 35 jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more and $800,000 of tax revenue A press release from Flagler County government said the project would be an "economic development boon" in a county where only about 5 percent of tax revenue comes from commercial and industrial properties Belvedere Terminals also plans to work with its customers and with Palm Coast and the surrounding area to ensure that fuel is available for first responders in the event of an emergency that limits access to fuel Palm Coast and Flagler County officials commented on the proposed fuel facility Friday Palm Coast Mayor Mike Norris said in a text message to The News-Journal that "It's a strategic asset for the state and an economic opportunity for … our city that's in desperate need of balancing out our tax base With the planned north-south connector C.R it will be ideally located to support ingress and egress into and out of the state during national disasters." Palm Coast Acting City Manager Lauren Johnston said economic vitality is one of the community's top priorities because it will help diversify the tax base “This project will help us start to balance our tax base more evenly and minimize the burden on residential homeowners," she said in a prepared statement Staff writer Colleen Michele Jones contributed to this story but the effort to build the riverfront plaza took nearly the same length of time Louisville residents not only celebrated the achievement they reflected on the decades it took to get the project done Louis consultant Harland Bartholomew collected dust for 27 years before they were picked up and revised Louisville officials agreed to have the Reynolds Metals Company and General Electric buy and develop a riverfront park but the relationship between the businesses and the city would soon grow tense Reynolds felt they had to wait too long to get the project started while city leaders were skeptical of the "elaborate and expensive" designs drawn up by Greek architect Constantinos Doxiadis Reynolds and GE pulled out of the project in 1967 the portion of Interstate 64 running past downtown Louisville A local planning group wanted to split the expressway and develop the proposed riverside park in between but the Kentucky Highway Department disagreed The Belvedere plaza would eventually be built on top of the highway More: Retro Louisville | Louisville Downs closes in 1991 following decades of harness racing as "expediter" of the riverside park project in 1964 Cochran died before the Belvedere opened to the public but he was credited by officials for leading the turnaround of what was a floundering project before he came in a seven-member board "created to get the project moving," the Courier Journal noted in a 1973 article Work to develop the Belvedere did finally get moving in 1969 who was retained by the Riverside Commission as the project's lead architect all of which would cost about $13.5 million to put up The city started taking in construction bids in July 1969 Ground was broken on the garage five months later Barmore Construction was awarded a $2.3 million contract to build the Belvedere plaza When the area opened to the public 18 months later Burke considered it to be one of the best riverfront developments in the country It's a return of the city to its source," he said in April 1973 More: Retro Louisville | Jackie Robinson visits Kentucky as baseball player, social justice advocate hundreds of students from Louisville schools released balloons into the sky and watched as fountainheads sprayed water in a dazzling display 1973 called the ceremony a "glorious moment for Louisville" and a "realization of a dream of some 40 years ago." then told them who the Belvedere is meant for "Over there you see a mother and her children This is significant because the plaza is dedicated to them," he said More: Greenberg unveils Belvedere renderings at 2025 State of the City address Reach reporter Leo Bertucci at lbertucci@gannett.com or @leober2chee on X Belvedere Senior Housing hosted its annual Easter Egg Hunt a family-friendly event open to the public Director of Marketing and Sales Andrea Puente and Executive Director Stephanie Westphal were thrilled to welcome the community for fun and connection “It’s a great opportunity for the community to visit our residence home and create some amazing memories together,” said Puente “We have a variety of activities planned for families We’re also offering photos with the Easter Bunny and providing lunch so it’s a nice way for residents to enjoy a meal with those visiting their home.” Westphal had a lot to prepare for the event and it was certainly worth it—it was well attended and thoughtfully organized She can credit not only her efforts but also the support of Puente who plays a key role in ensuring the community knows about their presence and in bringing people together for the meaningful events they host “We start planning and preparing months in advance,” said Westphal “We begin by working on candy donations and deciding which activities to include make sure the Easter Bunny arrives on time It takes a lot of coordination to get all the eggs stuffed thanks to the hard work of our marketing director.” Events like these are amazing for the residents of Belvedere Senior Housing as they get a chance to enjoy the weather and spend valuable time with their family and friends “It benefits the community because they enjoy a fun family-friendly event—even if they’re not directly connected to our residents,” said Puente and we just want everyone to know about all the great things happening here at Belvedere Senior Housing we want our residents to keep making amazing memories.” the turnout exceeded expectations as the population nearly tripled compared to the year before “We received candy donations from several local businesses,” said Puente “We also provide baskets and over 1,000 Easter eggs filled with candy We want to give a big shoutout to our team—they helped stuff the eggs and promoted the event to make sure as many people as possible could enjoy it They’ll also be the ones helping run everything on the day of.” Many of the residents at Belvedere Senior Housing don't have family nearby—or any family—so bringing in children and creating an intergenerational experience is incredibly special for them The residents are filled with smiles and laughter during and after these events we prioritize bringing the community into our building as much as possible,” said Westphal "Many of our residents aren’t able to get out easily but they’re still a part of this community we help them stay connected to the world around them Our second annual Easter egg hunt is a wonderful opportunity for intergenerational engagement—our residents love seeing all the little kids running around and being part of the fun.” For more information about Belvedere Senior Housing, visit their website and Facebook page. Share Good News Contact Us Meet Our Team AwardsCover GalleryUpdate contact infoDonate Submit a Biz Buzz announcementSubmit a Chalkboard announcementSubmit a sports scoreSubmit paid obituaryEntertainment Search‘Madam Belvedere’ Connie Wiley dies at 98, leaves legacy of civic dedicationFrancisco MartinezJan 157 min readEx-Belvedere Mayor Connie Wiley died on Christmas Eve at age 98 (via Paige Peterson)Longtime Belvedere resident Connie Wiley a former Citizen of the Year and two-time mayor whose dedication to civic volunteerism included a combined 12 years on the City Council and Planning Commission died of COVID-19 at her lagoon home on Christmas Eve Wiley was elected uncontested to the City Council in 1996 after four years on the planning board She stepped down after serving two full terms and was recognized as Citizen of the Year in 2005 where she served as an inaugural Belvedere member from 2007 to 2011 she was a member of the Tiburon Peninsula Chamber of Commerce board and the Tiburon Economic Development Committee and co-chaired the inaugural Friday Nights on Main street festival when it debuted in September 2004 Wiley built an accomplished career as an interior designer and was long considered one of Northern California’s top professionals She was a member of the American Society of Interior Designers and had her work published in three books Interior-design magazine House Beautiful featured a kitchen she redesigned on its front cover in 1992 and she co-owned decorative-arts store The Dovecote at The Boardwalk shopping center for a quarter century said Wiley was a neighbor and friend of her parents She called Wiley a role model because of how she cared for the city which came through whenever she talked about it “She’s always been seen as the elder stateswoman of the city and everyone respects her for all she’s done,” Cooper said Longtime friend and former Mayor Sandy Donnell said Wiley epitomized what was beautiful about Belvedere and noted that “living in Belvedere “If anyone deserved a title to be Madam Belvedere and there’s nobody like her right now,” Donnell said an engineer who graduated from Harvard University Francis Wood neighborhood of the city and graduated from the all-girls Katherine Delmar Burke School as her family would sail out to Belvedere Cove Wiley’s grandparents built a home on San Rafael Avenue in 1952 She lived on San Rafael Avenue until about 1977 before moving to Beach Road where she lived next-door to actor Vivian Vance of “I Love Lucy” fame until Vance’s death in 1979 She then moved into Vance’s former residence when she moved back to San Rafael Avenue and remained there until her death Tennis was an integral part of Wiley’s life She played for the University of California at Berkeley tennis team as its No graduating from the university around 1948 with a bachelor’s in design Wiley then embarked on a brief professional tennis career that was cut short after she faced 14-year-old Maureen “Little Mo” Connolly in 1948 “And then Mom realized that maybe she was really good but that was the end of her professional career,” Peterson said Connolly in 1953 became the first woman to complete the Grand Slam in a calendar year by winning Wimbledon and the tournaments now known as the Australian Open Wiley continued to play tennis recreationally all over the world She also once played doubles with famed Italian operatic tenor Luciano Pavarotti against a pair that included San Francisco Chronicle columnist Herb Caen you run,’” Peterson said of the doubles match “She said he was a really good athlete and a really good tennis player but she ran her ass off while he stood at the net.” Wiley worked in the design department and on the sales floor at Macy’s before earning her design license and beginning her interior-design practice Though she was active in the field up to her death her mother’s prime as a designer was in the 1980s and ’90s Wiley was able to bring in Italian and French furniture and give the pieces a “bit of modern design,” Peterson said adding that Wiley’s sense of color and ability to arrange and layer made her a brilliant designer “She had the most extraordinary visual ability to see beauty,” Peterson said “She loved fabrics and painted furniture and lovely paintings Wiley ran her interior-design business out of The Dovecote said Wiley brought in the likes of Battersea enamelware Russian lacquer boxes and Fortuny-branded fabrics She was later married to John Wiley from 1959 to 1973 but Peterson said her mother’s most important relationship was her six-year relationship with Otto Lang Peterson said her mother and Lang were a match because Lang was “very sophisticated and a lover of beauty as a filmmaker.” “I think they connected in a way that was completely different,” Peterson said Wiley first got involved in the city’s civic affairs when she joined the Planning Commission in 1992 she pointed to a recent flurry of demolition-permit requests submitted by homeowners and said Belvedere “must be very careful what kind of homes are built on those properties” and that the city’s character should remain the same While she noted at the time that evaluating home proposals could be difficult and that the commission’s work was often thankless she reiterated how important the board was to the city “I think every citizen who loves this city should volunteer in some capacity,” Wiley said in 1992 working for the common good of the community.” Wiley said her priorities were ensuring the Belvedere Lagoon did not become “walled in” by new homes and remodels She also worked to plan Belvedere’s Venice-themed centennial celebration later that year Former Belvedere City Manager Ed San Diego said he first met Wiley around 1987 when the city was working to convert its former fire station into what is now the Belvedere Community Center He said he reached out to her because of her interior-design expertise and they talked about what furniture should go in the space The pair’s professional relationship blossomed from there with San Diego offering guidance and answering questions when needed He noted Wiley would come into his office and ask the questions she needed to on items like the city’s budget only leaving when she was satisfied with what he said and how it would relate to the city where the two reminisced about their time together San Diego said he was heartbroken to hear of Wiley’s death adding that “the interests of Belvedere were first and foremost in her mind.” “She was like a mother figure and wanted to make sure everything worked collegially in the family Following her 2004 departure from the City Council Wiley remained active in local politics after being elected to the Sanitary District No The city of Belvedere had been annexed into the district in 2005 and the 2007 election was the first time Belvedere residents were able to run for a seat on the board and vote in the election Wiley became part of Belvedere’s inaugural class on the board alongside Claire McAuliffe Donnell noted that one of Wiley’s standout qualities was her confidence in speaking her mind “She was smart and sharp until the last minute of her life,” Donnell said “It was inspiring to see how brilliant her brain still was.” Belvedere resident Adam Gavzer said he first met Wiley when he and husband James Campbell moved into the city in 2007; she was the first to invite them over for lunch He said his favorite memory of Wiley is their shared dances during the city’s free annual Concerts in the Park series where Gavzer recalled Wiley’s beautiful outfits and how she’d light up whenever he asked her to dance and I just think her loss is a great loss to the community,” Gavzer said said Wiley was a prolific host of luncheons and informal social events He also remembers Wiley’s love for the animals that roam the city; Wiley would often ask Campbell about where pelicans would go to sleep at night and she still felt she was the luckiest person on Earth to be able to live here and enjoy all of this,” Campbell said Peterson said that while Wiley could be intimidating as a parent given her prowess as a tennis player and as a sailor Peterson said her own work ethic comes from changing The Dovecote’s window displays every Sunday saying that as a kid she witnessed her mother “doing extraordinary things and being remarkably successful” at her professional and civic endeavors Peterson said Belvedere was her mother’s greatest love “It was one of the last things she talked about in the last week: ‘I just love my city.’” adding that he was unsure who’d fill in for her role “I hope we haven’t moved out of that generation where there’s a person like Connie who’s the fabric and the glue of the community In addition to daughters Peterson and Laurie Everson Wiley is survived by grandchildren Heidi Geist Alexandra Peterson and Peter Cary Peterson A private memorial service will be held in May Reach Tiburon reporter Francisco Martinez at 415-944-4634 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D, Tiburon, CA 94920  |  415-435-2652  |  Privacy Policy  |  Designed by Kevin Hessel The Owens family was brought together again to honor the life and legacy of Uecker Tracy Tofte/Instagram; Bob D'Amico/ABC via Getty ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty  FlaglerLive April 3, 2025 | | 30 Comments “The pause is appropriate,” County Commission Chair Andy Dance said this morning and sharing of information on his type of significant project is important.”  The Flagler County Commission was to approve the $10 million grant since the county would be buying the land on behalf of Belvedere and for five years would be the property owner of the site in Palm Coast (Belvedere would pay property taxes starting from year one of operations.)  Closing on the property would have to occur within six months of the County Commission approving it and $2 million of the $10 million would have to be handed to Belvedere within 90 days after closing for site development The county has until June 2026 to approve the grant The decision to pull the proposal for now also reflects trepidation not just from the public but from elected officials–and not just in Palm Coast the county chair–and a landscape architect–has concerns my initial concerns are ones that have been repeated by residents and that’s the location of the wells and the water treatment plant,” Dance said The water plant is about 3,500 feet from the project parcel in one direction A pair of wells are equidistant in the other direction So those are still items that are for me still being evaluated.”  Neither the Palm Coast City Council nor the County Commission had discussed the plan in public until the council did so for the first time Tuesday prompted by public responses to reporting about the plan along with Belvedere Terminals’ chief financial officer disclosed the plan’s details to reporters last Thursday Company officials had met individually with city and county elected officials in late February and early March The plan until then had been cloaked under the state’s allowance for certain economic development projects to be temporarily exempt from sunshine-law disclosure we’re going to pick this land and the county is going to buy it and own the land and the company is going to go belly-up,” Pontieri said filed for bankruptcy in 1998 and 2012.) “If it does go belly up we certainly don’t want a wasteland particularly next to residential development.”  Mayor Mike Norris has championed the project as essential to balance the city’s tax base which relies heavily on residential development even he was acknowledging public distaste for the facility at the U.S “We only have so much industrial land so I don’t think they’re going to have an easy time finding a site unless they have a connection with Rayonier,” the  Jacksonville-based timbering company that owns the majority of the land west of U.S “Maybe they can try something further down in the county If it’s safe in the county that’s a big bonus to the tax base but I don’t think the citizens of Palm Coast have an appetite for it But that’ll be between the county and Belvedere.” April 3, 2025 at 4:04 pm Glad they will look at other options for the fuel depot That site was not a good one for that use April 3, 2025 at 4:20 pm Why don’t they build it in the middle of the approved 8,000 residential for the Growth of a Vision of 2050 for Bunnell Let’s see how that flies with the developers April 3, 2025 at 8:26 pm A lot of the problems Palm Coast has are due to the inability of the city to hold builders that live here accountable for contractual agreements If the city cant get builders that live here to live up to the contractual agreements then how do they expect to hold a CEO living in a country where the drug cartels have more powee than the politicians accountable Especially a CEO with a track record of taking the money and then declaring bankruptcy leaving cities burried in debt and toxic waste When this happens the FL governments department of envirinmental protection will have no problem opening a second lawsuit against us like the other environmental fines they already have piled on the city And the EPA will join suit and fine the city This scenario will play out with a declaration of palm coast as a public “superfund” site that will tank property and result in continous and perpetual fines for cancer causing carcinogens April 3, 2025 at 9:13 pm April 3, 2025 at 9:44 pm We need to protect the ground water supply in that area April 4, 2025 at 5:04 am we need an industrial tax base to help support growth in the this county We need the type of business that employs 100’s of people who make things that creates a salary base for people to live here and prosper This fuel dump would employ 40 people who are going to watch computer screens and keep the place from leaking or catching fire We don’t need new schools because this city hasn’t provided a place for young people to work and start new families Instead we attract 50+ year olds who are at or near the twilight of there working careers and the last thing we want is increasing costs My wife and I are always amazed to see the level of low paying strip mall or gas station jobs that are built on every square inch of available soil These jobs used to be entry level into the real working world or support you while in school Now the expectation is that these jobs are a career April 4, 2025 at 5:45 am The council blames how the land was previously rezoned This is as dumb as buying an RV and a boat then driving them home wondering how it’ll all fit in the single car garage to “diversify our tax base” in their own words They prioritized their pitiful desperation before citizen and community wellbeing for sure April 4, 2025 at 5:47 am A big thanks to our city and county commissioners for tabling this project for future study I am pro-business and hope that we can bring some industrial business where appropriate to the surrounding areas April 4, 2025 at 5:49 am Must build the thing and and be done with it Palm Coast is always crying it’s need more industry Either build it or quit crying about industry in the city April 4, 2025 at 8:22 am That fuel depot should be down toward Brevard County to serve folks north A depot at or next to I95 and the 528 would serve that purpose April 4, 2025 at 8:51 am did I just read that the Ritz-Carlton is wanting to build an elite 128 condo April 4, 2025 at 9:15 am Just think if we would’ve stood up before all this development and overpopulation This would’ve been a nice quiet town instead of the zoo it is becoming like Orlando April 4, 2025 at 9:28 am Just another example of government getting in the way of business This is a Republican county and people here voted for less regulation April 4, 2025 at 10:19 am Will politicians have to return the bribes they got for pushing this shit April 4, 2025 at 10:21 am People opposed to this is are overlooking some key facts: #1 Regardless of where the Fuel Depot end up being built the trains loaded with Fuel are still going to be passing the new neighborhoods the water treatment plant and the water wells #2 Fuel Depot’s and Fuel Tank Farms are required by EPA and fire code regulation to have liners and berms to contain over 100% of the maximum capacity of whatever will be on site #3 Railroad tracks do not have to contain anything and often do end up with derailments that leak chemicals into ground water #4 Having the Fuel Depot in the proposed location means that the trains will be moving slowly to unload in the vicinity and therefore much less likely to derail with spillage #5 Having the Fuel Depot in Flagler provides energy security for Flagler residents in the event of storms versus the current situation with everything having to be trucked into the county #6 Having the Fuel Depot local to Palm Coast means residents might finally be able to get cheaper gas since we will no longer be an the end of expensive distribution routes April 4, 2025 at 11:50 am The whole Belvedere fuel farm strikes me as a solution looking for a problem When have our gas stations ever run out of fuel with the current distribution system April 4, 2025 at 12:34 pm for giving us a clearer picture about what has been happening behind the scenes and how our input as local residents can still impact what can be done to stop this fuel tank farm which is incompatible with the surrounding community A question I have regarding zoning (rezoning) is: How was the land rezoned from industrial to residential over the past decade or so but that parcel cannot be rezoned as residential It seems that now that there are hundreds of homes and thousands of residents living adjacent or very near this site it would make more sense to rezone the parcel that Belvedere Terminals wants to build on We are not opposed to an industrial project as long as it doesn’t have negative health safety and environmental impacts on the surrounding community as the Belvedere Terminals project clearly does April 4, 2025 at 1:14 pm ‘ninetynine problems but a superfund site aint one’ commented : “If the city cant get builders that live here to live up to the contractual agreements then how do they expect to hold a CEO living in a country where the drug cartels have more powee than the politicians accountable.” But a little research turns up that the CEO: “Cothron is a sixth-generation Floridian who studied engineering and computer science at Santa Fe College in Gainesville from 1979-1981 as per https://www.tcpalm.com/story/news/local/st-lucie-county/2023/11/13/belvedere-terminals-fuel-farm-ceo-founder-edwin-cothron-1984-bribery-conviction-two-bankruptcies/71520323007/ Maybe ‘ninetynine problems but a superfund site aint one’ has a little racism problem April 4, 2025 at 1:16 pm It just speaks to: Someone is getting paid off April 4, 2025 at 1:42 pm April 4, 2025 at 1:51 pm I hope people will still show up at the Flagler County commissioner meeting on Monday morning You’re necks are on the chopping block April 4, 2025 at 2:11 pm April 4, 2025 at 3:58 pm Keep the tankers trucks on State road US-1 Then watch builders still build near the terminal like the airport where the people complain that actually moved there This way others can move near it and complain I’ll take the the industrial taxes and 50 in- house jobs If they build it out in the middle of nowhere it just shouldn’t be a problem April 5, 2025 at 12:28 pm @”Standing in the middle of Palm Coast Pkwy” thank you for fact checking this It is both unfortunate and unsurprising a good ole boy from Gainesville is in on this I was referring to parent company Groupo Mexicono let us not forget the parent company of Marineland was based in Mexico and them declaring bankruptcy is the other major cataltyst for PalmCoasts woes It is not racist to point this out I assure you Mexico peopke would not be allowes to have the discussions like we are having online about this Cartels would be involved in making sure the deal goes through and dissenters end up in wells There is a good reason a lot of mexicans want to immigrate here They have had entire city blocks explode killing their families April 5, 2025 at 4:22 pm Bunch of Karen’s in this area… all you people just moan and groan about everything April 7, 2025 at 8:08 am @Landman – The 30-40 jobs are mostly engineers jobs paying $100K a year If they are going to hire folks from Palm Coast that would be great but I have absolutely no faith in that they are not human resource jobs and they are not maintenance jobs If there are men and women engineers living here in Palm Coast and they are looking for a job that’s great but some how I don’t think so I believe Palm Coast is mostly made up of folks trying to retire I could be wrong so more than likely there will be no jobs for our residents And I’m still not understanding 100% “as the county will own the property for the first five years though Belvedere Terminals will pay property taxes from the time it begins operations.” My understanding is that this company will not be paying taxes on the land they own for the first five years I would like for them to pay mine for five years Where is it coming from because in my mind if the county/city whoever has this money then it should go to the water treatment plant This farm is benefiting Volusia and St Johns County but we will be living with it THERE IS NO IN LAND AVAILABLE AND IF SO IT STILL DOES NOT BELONG IN PALM COAST I live a little too close to this and I am NOT A KAREN April 7, 2025 at 6:31 pm No one should be complaining about anything that a company wants to do Remember how bad regulations are and how detrimental they are to business They should be welcomed into ever neighborhood not just someone else’s April 8, 2025 at 12:23 pm April 23, 2025 at 7:33 pm DeSantis wants Buc-ees with their 104 pumps to not run out of gas All 3 of the proposed Counties have or will have a Buc-ees within 30 miles Hard to tell how much Buc-ees contributed to his campaign (which it did) because PACs hide it well April 23, 2025 at 7:36 pm Landman… says: You really think your property taxes will decrease The company itself said 35 engineering jobs paying 100k but likely they’ll bring their own Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 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Log in A proposed fuel terminal that previously prompted safety concerns from some Volusia County residents and elected officials may have found a new home in Flagler County pending processes and approvals that would still need to come through before any development plans are finalized Belvedere Terminals is eyeing a parcel of land zoned for industrial use in Palm Coast making it a good fit for the fuel storage and distribution terminal Belvedere wants to build according to Chief Financial Officer Timothy Schwarz “We need to be adjacent to rail tracks for the way our system is designed,” Schwarz said “Belvedere's system brings product in by rail “pretty much every gallon of gas you consume comes over the water,” from refineries off the Gulf Coast the gas is long-haul trucked to various locations throughout the state “That is a system that has some vulnerabilities to it and you have recovery and repair challenges in the aftermath of [hurricanes].” Belvedere’s $500 million fuel terminal project is “designed to have a safer cleaner way to bring refined products — gas jet [fuel] — into the state of Florida,” Schwarz said Originally, Belvedere had hoped to develop a fuel terminal site in Ormond Beach in Volusia County. But those plans ultimately fell through, following months of pushback from area residents, some of whom lived under a mile from where the facility would be built. A petition against the Ormond Beach site drew nearly 44,000 signatures “There was a fair amount of local resistance to that and I think a fair amount of activity by the government — the elected officials — that appeared to make it a challenge After initially voting unanimously in favor of a temporary moratorium on industrial development including the site where Belvedere hoped to build Volusia County Council members later stepped back from that moratorium: clearing the way for Belvedere to build in Ormond Beach RELATED: Volusia Council tosses moratorium, clearing path for controversial fuel farm the company ultimately backed off from its plans to develop in Volusia Belvedere is finding a more receptive audience in Palm Coast and the wider Flagler community because of the tremendous benefits we bring to the community for doing this,” Schwarz said Many Volusia County residents had voiced their safety concerns with the proposed facility, which would be designed to store up to 500 million gallons of different fuels, according to an initial air construction permit issued in 2023 by Florida’s Department of Environmental Protection Residents worried about what could possibly happen in the case of a chemical explosion or other emergency situation at the site the proposed fuel terminal would not be dangerous describing safety as Belvedere’s “absolute number-one priority.” He pointed to the company’s investment of millions of dollars into “state-of-the-art safety systems,” adding that all rail cars would be brand new applied to commercial-grade rail traffic,” Schwarz said was established to deliver projects designed to boost the resiliency of Florida’s fuel supply When asked about the company’s track record with building similar fuel terminal projects the spokeswoman wrote via email that Belvedere works “with a broad team that includes some of the best design with decades of experience and hundreds of comparable projects.” To move the project forward, Belvedere has its eye on a $10 million appropriation to the Department of Commerce, which state lawmakers specifically set aside last year for either Volusia Brevard or Flagler County to build a fuel storage and distribution terminal Flagler commissioners are slated to discuss approval of the $10 million appropriation at an April 7 commission meeting the county would move forward with a purchase and sale agreement for Belvedere to acquire the industrial site said Flagler County Administrator Heidi Petito “our involvement will be somewhat limited with this project,” Petito wrote in an email Although the state appropriation requires a county to receive the grant funding “The property is located within the City of Palm Coast so all the permitting and development approvals will take place at the City This is a project that the Mayor of Palm Coast was seeking and we are just helping with the grant portion to allow for the site to be acquired and developed,” Petito wrote BALTIMORE — If you drive on York Road near the Belvedere Square Market you will see an empty plot of land just before the staples There used to be some homes here that were demolished a really long time ago and it's pretty much been an ad-hoc parking lot in those few decades," said Anna Evans-Goldstein president of the Belvedere Improvement Association The Belvedere Improvement Association announced last week that it has purchased the land Evans-Goldstein says people wanted a say in what it will be it could be anything from keeping it as a parking lot to transforming it into like a pocket park or an urban farm or something like that," she said The association was able to purchase the land with help from Senator Mary Washington who was able to get state funding from the purchase "To have support a the state level from our senator was really game-changing and I'm sure as we move forward we'll continue to do so because we've got our sights set high on what we decide to do here," said Evans-Goldstein The next step is to decide what the land will become The neighborhood association plans to hold several workshops within the next few months The first meeting for the Belvedere Improvement Association will be held on Thursday — The Palm Coast City Council is asking Belvedere Terminals to conduct a site selection analysis to ensure its proposed fuel terminal project is a good fit for the chosen location off Peavy Grade and U.S On March 28, Belvedere Terminals officials announced that after nearly two years of opposition, they would not be building a fuel terminal in Ormond Beach Palm Coast residents said they worried that the process was moving too quickly, and said they were glad the city and county are trying to find the best path forward “I hope they’re listening to some of the feedback they’re getting," Palm Coast resident Jennifer Herold said because it seemed like it was on track to happen no matter what.”  Flagler County Commissioners were expecting to hear a presentation about the Florida Department of Commerce’s $10 million grant that would enable the Belvedere Terminals deal to move forward It has since been pulled from the agenda as leaders have asked Belvedere to conduct a site selection analysis let’s have it be something that’s going to make some jobs and give us a good industrial area which would receive gas and diesel by rail and distribute it to the tri-county area City and county leaders said the facility could provide high-paying jobs But some residents believe a better option is out there “I would rather see a different kind of company be the catalyst to bring in jobs into the county," Herold said "I don’t know if I see a lot of other development coming from this." Petitions are circulating online for and against the fuel terminal project.  it’s one of those necessary evils," Herold said "It’s got to happen somewhere — we all use fuel but you always say you don’t want it in your own backyard Belvedere Terminals didn’t respond to a request for more information about the site selection surveys An official with the city of Palm Coast said there’s no timeline on when the site selection surveys will start.