Happy Holidays
from the
City of Destin
Seniors of Destin
Are you a senior citizen looking for activities just
right for you? Look no further! The Seniors of
Destin offer a large number of activities, trips and
programs geared for today’s senior citizens.
Join the fun!
Cruises
Day Trips to Biloxi
To better serve Destin residents in a costeffective way and to enhance the quality
of life with a cleaner community, the City
of Destin has negotiated new rates and
benefits for solid waste services with Waste
Management, Inc., the City’s contracted
solid waste service provider.
To achieve the quality of life expected by all residents, the City
will strictly enforce mandatory garbage service through its
Code Enforcement Division with regular cross-checking for
noncompliance. The City will recommend maximum fines to be
levied by the Code Enforcement Board for noncompliance.
Bingo at the
Community Center
Water Color
Paint Lessons
A residence in Destin is required to receive garbage service if it has
water service. The City has partnered with Destin Water Users and
South Walton Utilities to monitor residential water connections.
The City’s partnership with Waste
Management will provide quality solid waste
disposal services to all Destin residents and
businesses.
This partnership ensures a high level of
performance as well as excellent service to all customers in Destin with
the checks and balances in place to monitor these services.
Benefits BEGINNING jan. 1, 2012
Elimination of the Garbage Cart Sticker: Beginning Jan. 1,
Green Rewards Program: Waste Management
2012, residential cart customers will no longer receive a sticker for
garbage carts.
Guaranteed Lower Rates: Residential cart customers in the
City of Destin will see an 11% reduction in their quarterly rates
starting Jan. 1, 2012. The new quarterly rates follow:
Monthly Pot Luck
Golf Outings
Book Club at the
Destin Library
New Release Movies at
the Community Center
Also, enjoy a number of senior-friendly programs at
the Destin Community Center:
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Nautilus Classes
Low Impact Aerobics
Chair Yoga
Zumba
Walking Club
Duplicate Bridge
Woodcarving Classes
And, much more...
To learn more about the Seniors of Destin, contact Pat
Markey at 685-5310 or stop by the Destin Community
Center and pick up a Seniors of Destin activity calendar.
• Residential cart customer: $64.19
• Additional cart: $35.91
will work with the City of Destin to institute a Green
Rewards program to encourage recycling. This
program is currently being developed and will be
rolled out once it is finalized!
Beach Recycling: Solar recycling compactors are being placed at
City beach access points for residents and visitors to recycle. This is a
pilot program.
The previous quarterly rate for a residential garbage cart was
White Goods Drop Off:
$72.12.
• White goods (dryers, stoves, refrigerators, etc.) can be dropped off
Free Bulk Pickup: Traditionally, if a residential customer needed at the City’s Public Services Department twice a year for free (spring
bulk items picked up from their home other than on the spring or and fall). These cleanup days will be advertised for residents to take
fall cleanup days, they would have to pay for this service. Beginning advantage of the free service.
Jan. 1, 2012, this service will be available year round for free on a • White goods can also be dropped off at the Public Services Department
per-call basis. To schedule a pickup, call (800) 862-7141. Fall and throughout the year for free on a per-call basis. To schedule, call (850)
spring cleanup days will still take place.
837-6869.
Yard debris will be picked up for free once per week and large • If scheduled through Waste Management, white goods can be picked
up at residences for a fee.
pickups can be scheduled for a fee by calling (800) 862-7141.
Senior Citizen Discount: Seniors (age 65 or older) living within Enhanced Level of Service: The City will closely monitor the
the City of Destin can opt to receive a “Senior Rate” for garbage performance of the garbage service provider to ensure the expected
level of service is met at all times. A tracking system for complaints and
service by agreeing to and meeting the following criteria:
service issues is in place and penalties can be levied against the provider
• Household with no more than two people
if service issues become frequent. The contract with Waste Management
• At least one household member must be age 65 or older
specifically outlines the penalty structure for nonperformance.
• Must be the property owner qualified for homestead exemption
Residents are encouraged to monitor their garbage service and report
• Agree to once-per-week garbage pickup
any issues that arise, e.g., missed pickups. To file a complaint about
The rate for seniors qualifying for and agreeing to the above service service, please follow the steps below to ensure the problems are
tracked properly:
is $51.65 per quarter.
• Immediately notify Waste Management of any issue by calling (850)
Applications must be completed annually between January 1 862-7141 or toll-free at (800) 862-7141. This is the centralized call center
and April 15 and returned to City Hall. Applications can be found for the City of Destin.
at City Hall, the Destin Library, the Destin Community Center or • If the issue isn’t resolved within 24 hours, notify the City of Destin’s
Public Services Department by calling 837-6869.
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Good Things to Know!
Composer David Ott at the Destin Library
Tax Aide
Need help with your 2011 taxes? The
Destin Library will host AARP tax aide
sessions beginning February 2, 2012.
Please see call the library at 837-8572
for more information and to set up an
appointment.
We want to hear from you!
Do you have questions about Destin, the City
government or general questions about the
area? The City of Destin can help you.
Just visit www.cityofdestin.com, go to the
“Contact Us” page, fill out the online form and
submit and the City’s great staff will help you
find the answers to your questions.
Join gifted storyteller and acclaimed composer David Ott on January 13 at 10 a.m. at the Destin Library as he reads from his latest book on the world’s
greatest composers – stories of struggles, scandals, heartaches & ultimate triumphs. In one hour you will learn of the joys, sorrows, hopes and failures that
led to the creation of music of unbounded beauty and drama. For more information, contact the Destin Library at 837-8572.
Seriously Social: Focus on Facebook
Have you ever considered joining Facebook? Are you already part of the Facebook world and need help taking your experience
to the next level? Join presenters Will Rogers and Tina Kaple at the Destin Library on February 10 at 10 a.m. as they explain
the ins and outs of Facebook, the largest social media outlet. Also, be sure to check out the library’s Facebook page! For more
information, contact the Destin Library at 837-8572.
Annual Run with the Dogs 5K!
The City of Destin Recreation Department will host the 12th Annual Run with the Dogs 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, March 17, 2012, at 9 a.m. This run is open
to individual runners/walkers. Participants may bring their dog, big or small, to run or walk the race. Pre-registration costs $20 and must be completed by
March 1. Registration costs increase to $25 if registered between March 2 and March 16. Day-of registration will cost $30 and will be from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30
a.m. behind Destin City Hall (4200 Indian Bayou Trail). Participants can also register online at www.active.com until March 15. The race begins at 9 a.m.
Grand Opening of the Destin Dog Park!
Join the Destin City Council, the Dog Park Committee, Volunteers and City Staff at the grand
opening of the Destin Dog Park at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 7, 2012. Be sure to bring your
dogs!
Over the past several months, the Dog Park Committee and volunteers worked diligently to
raise the funds to construct this world-class park. Their hard work has paid off for all of Destin to
enjoy. Our hats go off to all of these dedicated citizens.
The park is located at the corner of Commons Drive and Indian Bayou Trial, next to the Destin
City Hall Annex.
City Happenings!
COMMUNITY CENTER PROGRAMS
CHAIR YOGA: Thursdays at 10 a.m. Cost is $3 per
class.
YOGA: Thursdays at noon. Cost is $3 per class.
ZUMBA GOLD: Thursdays at 11 a.m. Cost is $6 per
class.
ZUMBA FOR KIDS: A Zumbatomic Class will start in
January at the Destin Community Center on Tuesdays
at 4:30 p.m. Zumbatomic is Zumba for children ages
4-12 where they get fit by doing crazy-cool dancefitness moves to hip-hop, salsa, reggaeton and
more. The fee is $10 per class or get class cards at 10
for $70 or 20 for $100. Please call Melissa at 543-1507
for more information.
LOW-IMPACT AEROBICS: Mondays, Wednesdays
and Fridays from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Please bring
water and a towel. Cost is $3 per class.
JAZZERCISE CLASS: Mondays, Wednesdays and
Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. The class includes
warm-up, high-energy aerobic routines, muscle
toning and a cool down stretch segment. Cost is $10
per week or $36 per month for residents.
VOLLEYBALL: Thursday nights from 6 p.m. to 8
p.m. Cost is $2 for non-residents. Free to Destin
residents.
WOODCARVING: Friday’s from 9 a.m. to noon. Cost
is $3 per class.
DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Games are held at the
Community Center on Mondays at 9:30 a.m.,
Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m. and Thursdays at 9:30
a.m.
LINE DANCING: Beginning in January. Wednesdays
at 12:30 p.m. Cost is $5 per class.
KIDS’ NIGHT OUT: Parents, now is your time to have
fun while the kids spend a supervised evening full of
games, movies and pizza. For ages 5-12. One Friday
per month from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Please call the
Community Center at 837-5184 for dates. Cost is $15
for residents and $20 per non-resident, per child.
WALKING CLUB: Walk in the comfort of the
Community Center gym with music Monday through
Friday from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.
HOLIDAY BAKING CLASS: December 20 and 21
from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For ages 8 to 14. Cost is $25
per resident and $30 per non-resident.
SPRING CRAFT SHOW: Saturday, February 25, from
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free. Cost for a 8’x10’
booth is $30. Call the Community Center at 6545184 to reserve a booth.
SPRING INTO FUN CAMP: Week-long camp during
spring break, March 19-23, for ages 5-12. Cost is $60
for residents and $70 for non-residents.
BATON LESSONS: Come Join the Fun and Learn
the great sport of baton twirling! Robyn Coley with
the All Star Twirlers is taking names for baton lessons
at the Destin Community Center in Spring 2012. All
ages are welcome! All Star Twirlers have won many
state, national, and international contests! Please
call Robyn at 699-8309 for more information.
TENNIS LESSONS: The City of Destin is offering
a tennis program with USPTA Professional Brian
Wilson at Buck Destin Park on Legion Drive. This
program is open to all ages and abilities. Private and
hitting lessons for experienced players will also be
available. Group classes will be one hour long and
cost $15 a session. Private lessons will be $50 an
hour. Other programs will be added in the future. To
sign up or for more information, please e-mail Brian
at [email protected].
GAME ROOM/OPEN GYM: The Game Room and
Gymnasium at the Destin Community Center are
open to children 10 and older Monday through
Friday from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. Children under 10
years old must be accompanied by an adult. The
Community Center has a ping-pong table, a pool
table, a foosball table, an air hockey table, and a
basketball & volleyball court
Senior Programs
Lots of activities each month for Destin’s active
seniors. Please call Senior Coordinator Pat Markey at
685-5310 for more information.
List of activities:
- Cruises
- Biloxi day trips
- BINGO at the Community Center
- Golf at the Golf Garden and Sandpiper Cove
- Water color paint lessons
(Seniors of Destin)
- Free tennis lessons at Buck Destin Tennis Courts
- Monthly pot luck birthday party
- Monthly lunch bunch
- Senior Book Club
- New release movies at the Community Center
PARKS AND RECREATION EVENTS
YOUTH SOCCER REGISTRATION: Destin Spring Youth
Soccer is having registration January 3 through
February 17. Register online at www.cityofdestin.com
or in person at the Destin Community Center Monday
through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $25 for
Destin Residents and $35 for non-Destin residents.
The soccer program is designed for youth ages 3-13
years old as of January 1, 2012. A birth certificate is
required for all participants. The last day to register
will be Friday, February 17, at 4 p.m. All games will
be held on Friday nights. The Youth Soccer Program
needs coaches!! Please sign up to coach at the Destin
Community Center. For more information, please call
650-1241 or email [email protected].
YOUTH LEAGUE BASKETBALL: The season runs
December 2011 through February 2012 for ages
5-14. Practice is every Tuesday and Wednesday for one
hour between 5-8 p.m., and games are on Saturdays.
The cost is $35 for residents and $45 for non-residents.
ADULT SPORTS LEAGUES: Important dates!
- Men’s Tuesday night Softball Captain’s Meeting:
Tuesday Jan. 24, at 6:30 p.m. at Morgan Sports
Center
- Coed Wednesday night Softball Captain’s Meeting:
Wednesday Jan. 25, at 6:30 p.m. at Morgan Sports
Center
- Men’s Thursday night Softball Captain’s Meeting:
Thursday Jan. 26, at 6:30 p.m. at Morgan Sports
Center
- Men’s Tuesday night Flag Football Captain’s Meeting:
Tuesday Jan. 31, at 6:30 p.m. at Morgan Sports
Center
ANNUAL RUN WITH THE DOGS 5K: The City of Destin
Recreation Department will host the 12th Annual Run
with the Dogs 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, March 17,
2012, at 9 a.m. This run is open to individual runners/
walkers. Participants may bring their dog, big or small,
to run or walk the race.
Pre-registration costs $20 and must be completed by
March 1. Registration costs increase to $25 if registered
between March 2 and March 16. Day-of registration will
cost $30 and will be from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. behind
Destin City Hall (4200 Indian Bayou Trail). Participants
can also register online at www.active.com until March
15. The race begins at 9 a.m.
T-shirts and Prizes for winners of each category will
be awarded. Calhoun’s Pub & Grub is sponsoring the
award ceremony and celebration following the race.
Dogs are required to wear their current rabies tag and
must be on a short leash. Dog owners are responsible
for cleaning up after their dogs (bring your baggies!).
Registration forms can be picked up at the Destin
Community Center, Morgan Sports Center and you can
go to the City of Destin website at www.cityofdestin.
com and print out a registration form. For more
information, call Morgan Sports Center at 650-1241 or
email Nick Coleman at [email protected]
For more information about these programs and
events, please call the Destin Community Center
at 654-5184. or Morgan Sports Center at 6501241.
DESTIN LIBRARY WINTER CALENDAR
January
Tuesday, January 3:
3:30 p.m. Story time
Thursday, January 5:
9:30 a.m. Story time
Friday, January 6:
9 a.m. Expanding Horizons Book Club
Tuesday, January 10:
9 a.m. Destin Garden Club
3:30 p.m. Story time
Wednesday, January 11:
9 a.m. Computer Workshop
10 a.m. Seniors of Destin Book Club
Wednesday, January 18:
9 a.m. Computer Workshop
Thursday, January 19:
9:30 a.m. Story time
Saturday, January 21:
10 a.m. Writers in Sandals
Tuesday, January 24:
3:30 p.m. Story time
Wednesday, January 25:
9 a.m. Computer Workshop
Thursday, January 26:
9:30 a.m. Story time
Tuesday, January 31:
3:30 p.m. Story time
February
Thursday, February 2:
9 a.m. AARP Tax Aide
9:30 a.m. Story time
6:30 p.m. Raising Extraordinary Children Presentation
by Arlene Karian
Friday, February 3:
9 a.m. Expanding Horizons Book Club
Tuesday, February 7:
3:30 p.m. Story time
Wednesday, February 8:
9 a.m. Computer Workshop
10 a.m. Seniors of Destin Book Club
Thursday, February 9:
9 a.m. AARP Tax Aide
9:30 a.m. Story time
3 p.m. Happy Readers Book Club
Friday, February 10:
10 a.m. Seriously Social: Focus on Facebook - this
presentation is sponsored by the Friends of the
Destin Library
WINTER 2011-2012
Tuesday, February 14:
9 a.m. Destin Garden Club
3 p.m. Story time
Wednesday, February 15:
9 a.m. Computer Workshop
Thursday, February 16:
9 a.m. AARP Tax Aide
9:30 a.m. Story time
Saturday, February 18:
10 a.m. Writers in Sandals
Tuesday, February 21:
3:30 p.m. Story time
7 p.m. Foreign Film Night
Wednesday, February 22:
9 a.m. Computer Workshop
Thursday, February 23:
9 a.m. AARP Tax Aide
9:30 a.m. Story time
Tuesday, February 28:
3:30 p.m. Story time
Wednesday, February 29:
9 a.m. Computer Workshop
March
Thursday, March 1:
9 a.m. AARP Tax Aide
9:30 a.m. Story time
Friday, March 2:
9 a.m. Expanding Horizons Book Club
Tuesday, March 6:
3:30 p.m. Story time
Thursday, March 8:
9 a.m. AARP Tax Aide
9:30 a.m. Story time
3 p.m. Happy Readers Book Club
Tuesday, March 13:
9 a.m. Destin Garden Club
3:30 p.m. Story time
Wednesday, March 14:
9 a.m. Computer Workshop
10 a.m. Seniors of Destin Book Club
Thursday, March 15:
9 a.m. AARP Tax Aide
9:30 a.m. Story time
Destin City Council
Saturday, March 17:
10 a.m. Writers in Sandals
Mayor
Sarah “Sam” Seevers
Tuesday, March 20:
3:30 p.m. Story time
7 p.m. Foreign Film Night
Thursday, March 22:
9 a.m. AARP Tax Aide
9:30 a.m. Story time
5:30 p.m. Hunger Games Party
Tuesday, March 27:
3:30 p.m. Story time
Thursday, January 12:
9:30 a.m. Story time
3 p.m. Happy Readers Book Club
Wednesday, March 28:
9 a.m. Computer Workshop
Friday, January 13:
10 a.m. David Ott Presentation
Thursday, March 29:
9 a.m. AARP Tax Aide
9:30 a.m. Story time
Tuesday, January 17:
3:30 p.m. Story time
7 p.m. Foreign Film Night
DESTIN
focus
For more information about the winter
programs and activities at the Destin Library,
please call 837-8572.
Destin City Hall
4200 Indian Bayou Trail
Destin, FL 32541
Phone: (850) 837-4242
Fax: (850) 837-3267
www.cityofdestin.com
Council Members
Jim Bagby
Dewey Destin
Larry Hines
Sandy Trammell
Tom Weidenhamer
Larry Williges
Jim Wood
City Manager
Maryann Ustick