Legal Notices for 10-8-26

Bradford

Suwannee River Water Management District Declaration of Phase II Water Shortage

The Suwannee River Water Management District (District) has issued a Phase II Water Shortage Order, WSO 26-004 for water uses within all Counties located in the District, including all locations in Alachua and Levy counties, excluding the cities of Gainesville, Micanopy, and Hawthorne located in Alachua County.

To learn more or to view WSO 26-004, visit our website at www.mysuwanneeriver.com.

UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE – BCT

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 8TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR

BRADFORD COUNTY, FLORIDA

CIVIL DIVISION

CASE NO. 26000244CAAXMX

SELECT PORTFOLIO SERVICING, INC.,

Plaintiff,

vs.

ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS, CREDITORS, DEVISEES, BENEFICIARIES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING AN INTEREST BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF RUSSELL E. HOFFMAN A/K/A RUSSELL ERNEST HOFFMAN, DECEASED; MICHAEL GARY HOFFMAN; UNKNOWN PERSON(S) IN POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY AS TO 2932 SE 129TH STREET; UNKNOWN PERSON(S) IN POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY AS TO 2942 SE 129TH STREET,

Defendant(s)

NOTICE OF ACTION

To the following Defendant(s):

(LAST KNOWN ADDRESS)

2932-2942 SE 129TH STREET

STARKE, FLORIDA 32091

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Foreclosure of Mortgage on the following described property:

LOTS 20 AND 21, TOMWOOD, AN UNRECORDED SUBDIVISION, LYING AND BEING IN SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP 7 SOUTH, RANGE 22 EAST, BRADFORD COUNTY, FLORIDA, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

COMMENCE AT A CONCRETE MONUMENT MARKING THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP 7 SOUTH, RANGE 22 EAST, BRADFORD COUNTY, FLORIDA; THENCE RUN S00°13’12″W 1320.31 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE RUN N89°51’W 1.50 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT; THENCE CONTINUE N89°51’W 1262.58 TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT; THENCE RUN N00°05’40″E 751.49 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT MARKING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 20 FOR A POINT OF BEGINNING; FROM POINT OF BEGINNING THUS DESCRIBED, THENCE CONTINUE N00°05’40″E 216.00 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT MARKING THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 21; THENCE RUN S89°47’49″E 470.74 TO A POINT; THENCE RUN S09°19’57″E TO AN INTERSECTION WITH A LINE RUNNING S89°47’49″E 506.61 FEET FROM AFORESAID SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 20 TO CLOSE.

TOGETHER WITH THAT CERTAIN 2007 CAVALIER MANUFACTURED HOME, SERIAL NO(S):

BL07GA0214261A/B.

a/k/a 2932-2942 SE 129TH STREET, STARKE, FLORIDA 32091

has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it, on Kahane & Associates, P.A., Attorney for Plaintiff, whose address is 1619 NW 136th Avenue, Suite D-220, Sunrise, Florida 33323 on or before__________ a date which is within thirty (30) days after the first publication of this Notice in the BRADFORD COUNTY TELEGRAPH and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on Plaintiff’s attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint.

This notice is provided pursuant to Administrative Order No.2.065.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to provisions of certain assistance. Please contact the Court Administrator at 945 North Temple Avenue, Rm. 137, Starke, Fl 32091, Phone No. (904)966-6280 within 2 working days of your receipt of this notice or pleading; if you are hearing impaired, call 1-800-955-8771 (TDD); if you are voice impaired, call 1-800-995-8770 (V) (Via Florida Relay Services).

WITNESS my hand and the seal of this Court this 18th day of September, 2026.

DENNY THOMPSON

As Clerk of the Court

By LANETRA JENKINS

As Deputy Clerk

Publish: (Please publish in BRADFORD COUNTY TELEGRAPH)

Submitted by:

Kahane & Associates, P.A.

1619 NW 136th Avenue, Suite D-220

Sunrise, Florida 33323

Telephone: (954) 382-3486

Telefacsimile: (954) 382-5380

Designated service email: notice@kahaneandassociates.com

25-01874 sps 10/01 2tchg 10/08-BCT

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

ROOF REPLACEMENT PROJECT

Introduction

Bradford County is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors to provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to replace existing low-slope roofing system on the County Courthouse building.

The intent of this RFP is to select a contractor with demonstrated experience in low-slope roofing systems and the ability to manage potential interior water damage repairs associated with the roof failure.

PROJECT OVERVIEW

Project Location: 945 N. Temple Avenue, Starke, FL

Building Type: Government

Existing Roof Type:

Upper Section – Low Slope (aggregate surfaced with flashing)
Lower Section – Modified Bitumen
Occupancy Status – Occupied

SCOPE OF WORK

Obtain required permit(s)
Remove and dispose of existing roof.
Inspect and repair deck.
Installation of a new roofing system.
Install flashing and drainage components.
Ensure any openings are sealed.
Site cleanup and final inspection.
Door replacement on roof top building.
Interior Water Damage Contingency.
Define separate warranties for materials and labor.

Include a contingency cost to address potential interior damage caused from existing roof leaks or discovered roof leaks. This may include, but is not limited to:

Removal and replacement of water damaged decking and ceiling systems
Drywall repair and replacement
Insulation replacement
Mold remediation (if needed)
Painting and finishing

CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Florida roofing Contractor license.
Insurance and bonding, including any subcontractors.
Experience in government or commercial roof replacement.
Manufacturer certification.
Three References for completed roofs for Government / Commercial Buildings within the past five years.

PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS

Project approach.
Specifications.
Schedule.
Cost proposal.
Warranty.
OSHA Approved Safety plan.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Technical approach.
Experience.
Cost.
Warranties.
Timeline.

SCHEDULE

RFP Issued: 10/1/2026
Pre-Bid Meeting: 10/13/2026, Meet at 10:00, parking lot on North side of building (On site, Mandatory for all potential bidders)
Questions Deadline: 10/20/2026 by 4:00 PM
Proposal Due Date: 10/27/2026 at 2:00 PM
Award Date: 11/3/2026

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Submission Method: Sealed Bid

[2 Copies] Proposals shall be submitted as a sealed bid and delivered to:

Bradford County Commission

945 N. Temple Avenue Starke, FL

Electronic submissions will not be accepted.

Contact Information

Contact Name: Jason Dodds

Email Address: Jason_Dodds@bradfordcountyfl.gov

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF

THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

OF FLORIDA IN AND FOR BRADFORD COUNTY

GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION

CASE NO. 25000446CAAXMX

NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING,

Plaintiff,

ARTHUR M SANCHEZ, et al.,

Defendant.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered August 25, 2026 in Civil Case No. 25000446CAAXMX of the Circuit Court of the EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT in and for Bradford County, Starke, Florida, wherein NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING is Plaintiff and Arthur M Sanchez, et al., are Defendants, the Clerk of Court, DENNY THOMPSON, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash Bradford County Courthouse, 945 North Temple Avenue, Lobby, Starke, FL, 32091 in accordance with Chapter 45, Florida Statutes on the 15th day of October, 2026 at 10:00 AM on the following described property as set forth in said Summary Final Judgment, to-wit:

Lot One (1), Green Acres Annex, according to the plat recorded in Plat Book 3, Page 11, Public Records of Bradford County, Florida.

Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens, must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true and correct copy of the foregoing was: [check all used]

(x) E-mailed (x) Mailed this 24th day of September, 2026, to all parties on the attached service list.

By: /s/Robyn Katz

Robyn Katz, Esq.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP

Attorney for Plaintiff

225 East Robinson Street, Suite 155

Orlando, FL 32801

Phone: (407) 674-1850

Fax: (321) 248-0420

Email: MRService@mccalla.com

Fla. Bar No.: 146803

If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Persons with a disability who need any accommodation in order to participate should call Jan Phillips, ADA Coordinator, Alachua County Courthouse, 201 E. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601 at (352) 337-6237 within two (2) working days of your receipt of this notice; if you are hearing impaired call (800) 955-8771; if you are voice impaired, call (800) 955-8770.

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FLORIDA PACE FUNDING AGENCY

NOTICE OF INTENT TO USE UNIFORM METHOD OF

COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENTS

The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of the Florida PACE Funding Agency, a public body corporate and politic, (the “Agency”), hereby provides notice, pursuant to Sections 163.08, 163.081, 163.082 and 197.3632(3)(a), Florida Statutes, each as amended from time to time, of its intent to use the uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem assessments for more than one year to be levied within the area encompassed by the boundaries of every county in Florida, or any of the municipalities therein, served by the Agency’s statewide provision of funding and financing to assist property owners who wish to construct, install or otherwise obtain qualifying improvements identified by the Legislature including, but not limited to, energy conservation and efficiency improvements, renewable energy improvements, and wind resistance improvements, in accordance with Section 163.08, et seq., Florida Statutes, as amended (collectively, the “Qualifying Improvements”). By law and resolution of the Agency, a property owner may apply to the Agency for funding and financing of Qualifying Improvements. The non-ad valorem assessments contemplated by this notice are voluntary and are only imposed by the Agency with the prior written consent authorized by or on behalf of affected property owners who determine to obtain financing for Qualifying Improvements from the Agency. The Agency is authorized by state law to fund and finance Qualifying Improvements and is required to annually collect repayment by non-ad valorem assessments to be collected by the Tax Collector in each County. The Board will consider the adoption of a resolution electing to use the uniform method of collecting such assessments as authorized by Section 197.3632, Florida Statutes, after a public hearing to be held at 401 Dyer Blvd Kissimmee FL on November 3, 2026, at 2pm. In the event of a local or national emergency, a hurricane, or any other interfering circumstance, if necessary, the meeting may be continued to a time, date, and place certain, and notice thereof, along with appropriate means for public attendance and participation, if other than in-person, will be posted on the Agency’s website. Such resolution electing to use such uniform method will state the need for the levy and will contain a legal description of the boundaries of the real property that may be subject to the levy – which is the entirety of the State of Florida. A copy of the proposed form of resolution and other information may be viewed at the Agency’s website: www.FloridaPACE.Gov. All affected property owners have the right to be heard on the matter via advance written objection or by appearing in person at the public hearing. Advance written communication will be given equal weight to comments or objections made in person, and may be submitted to the Board via email to Info@FloridaPACE.Gov; and should be received by the Agency on or before November 2, 2026 at 8am, so that copies can be distributed to Board members for advance review and hearing preparation purposes. Any person desiring to speak in person may appear at the public hearing. If any person decides to appeal any decision made with respect to any matter considered at this public hearing, such person will need a record of proceedings and for such purpose such person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made at their own expense and which record includes the testimony and evidence on which the appeal is based. Any person requiring a special accommodation at this meeting due to disability or physical impairment or needing an interpreter to participate in this proceeding should contact the Agency at 850-400-PACE at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. If hearing impaired, Florida Relay Service numbers for assistance are (800) 955-8771 (tdd) or (800) 955-8770 (voice).

Publish on [dates to be filled in per publication] by Order of the Board of Directors of the Florida PACE Funding Agency.

Assessments to be levied pursuant to written consent on various parcels within the State of Florida

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR

BRADFORD COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROBATE DIVISION

FILE NO.: 04-2026-CP-000136

In re: JAMES RUSTIN YATES, also known as JAMES R. YATES and JAMES YATES,

Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of James Rustin Yates, also known as James R. Yates and James Yates, deceased, whose date of death was August 10, 2026, and whose Social Security Number is ***-**-4399, is pending in the Circuit Court for Bradford County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Bradford County Courthouse, 945 N Temple Avenue, Starke, Florida 32091. The name and address of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this Court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

The date of the first publication of this Notice is October 8^th, 2026.

Personal Representative:

Susan K. Yates

8082 SW CR 18

Hampton, Florida 32044

Attorneys for Personal Representative:

TAYLOR ARRUBLA HARDWICK P. A.

By /s/Jennifer T. Arrubla

James J. Taylor Jr.

Florida Bar No. 334057

Jennifer T. Arrubla

Florida Bar No. 98804

420 S. Lawrence Blvd.

Keystone Heights, Florida 32656

Primary Email: Jennifer@tah-law.com

Secondary Email:

Jim@tah-law.com

Kim@tah-law.com

352-473-8088 (telephone)

352-473-8161 (facsimile)

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NOTICE OF ENACTMENT OF ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF STARKE, FLORIDA

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the ordinance, which title hereinafter appears, will be considered for enactment by the City Commission of the City of Starke, Florida, hereinafter referred to as the City Commission, at a public hearing on October 20, 2026 at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard, in the City Commission Meeting Room, City Hall located at 209 North Thompson Street, Starke, Florida. A copy of said ordinance may be inspected by any member of the public at the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, located at 209 North Thompson Street, Starke, Florida, during regular business hours. On the date, time and place first above mentioned, all interested parties may appear and be heard with respect to the ordinance. The title of said ordinance reads, as follows:

ORDINANCE NO. 2027-01

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF STARKE, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF STARKE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, AS AMENDED; RELATING TO THE REZONING OF LESS THAN TEN CONTIGUOUS ACRES OF LAND, PURSUANT TO AN APPLICATION, Z 26-01S, BY THE PROPERTY OWNER OF SAID ACREAGE; PROVIDING FOR REZONING FROM SINGLE FAMILY, MEDIUM DENSITY (R-1C) TO MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (R-2A) OF CERTAIN LANDS WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF STARKE, FLORIDA; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE

All persons are advised that if they decide to appeal any decisions made at the above referenced public hearing, they will need a record of the proceedings, and that for such purpose they may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

Persons with disabilities requesting reasonable accommodations to participate in this proceeding should contact the Office of the City Clerk at 904.964.5027 or via the Florida Relay Service 800.955.8770 (voice) or 800.955.8771 (TTY) at least 48 hours prior to the date of the public hearing.

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SURPLUS PROPERTY SALE

Three (3) wheelchair equipped transit vehicles. Envelopes marked “Sealed Bids” must be mailed to Suwannee River Economic Council, Inc. P.O. Box 70, Live Oak, FL 32064 by Friday, October 16, 2026. Please make sure the VIN is clearly marked on bids submitted. Vehicles may be inspected by appointment only. For appointments to inspect vehicles call Sheryl Hartzog, Operations Manager, at 386/496-0624. For additional information or questions contact Stephanie Barrington, Director of Transportation, at sbarrington@suwanneeec.net. Suwannee River Economic Council, Inc. reserves the right to refuse or reject any bid.

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COMMISSION MEETING

THE PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED that the Bradford County Board of County Commissioners will have a board meeting on October 15, 2026, at 6:30 PM, inside the county commission meeting room, located in the north wing section of the Bradford County Courthouse, 945 N. Temple, Avenue, Starke, FL. A copy of the meeting agenda may be obtained from the Bradford County website: www.bradfordcountyfl.gov. Said meeting location is secured – no firearms or weapons are permitted.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE

8TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR BRADFORD COUNTY, FLORIDA

GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION

CASE NO. 20000463CAAXMX

WELLS FARGO BANK N.A., NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL OR BANKING CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR GREEN TREE 2008-MH1

Plaintiff,

vs.

BRIGHT, MARION H, ET AL.

Defendants.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order or Final Judgment entered in Case No. 20000463CAAXMX of the Circuit Court of the 8th Judicial Circuit in and for Bradford County, Florida, wherein, WELLS FARGO BANK N.A., NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL OR BANKING CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR GREEN TREE 2008-MH1, Plaintiff, and, BRIGHT, MARION H, et. al., are Defendants, Clerk of Circuit Court, will sell to the highest bidder for cash at the lobby of the Bradford County Courthouse, 945 North Temple Avenue, Starke, FL 32091, on November 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM, the following described property:

THE NORTH 102.53 FEET OF THE SOUTH 334.53 FEET OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 22 EAST, BRADFORD COUNTY, FLORIDA, SAID PARCEL BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

COMMENCE AT AN IRON PIPE AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 25 AND RUN N 01 DEG 23 MIN 59 SEC W, ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION 25, A DISTANCE OF 232.05 FEET TO AN IRON ROD FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING;

THENCE CONTINUE N 01 DEG 23 MIN 59 SEC W, ALONG LAST SAID WEST LINE, 102.53 FEET TO AN IRON ROD;

THENCE RUN N 89 DEG 46 MIN 25 SEC E, 270.00 FEET TO AN IRON ROD;

THENCE RUN S 01 DEG 23 MIN 59 SEC E, 102.53 FEET TO AN IRON ROD;

THENCE RUN S 89 DEG 46 MIN 25 SEC W, 270.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.

TOGETHER WITH A 30 FOOT WIDE EASEMENT FOR INGRESS, EGRESS AND ACCESS BEING IN THE SE 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4 OF SECTION 26, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 22 EAST, BRADFORD COUNTY, FLORIDA, LYING 30 FEET TO THE LEFT OF A PARALLEL TO THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED LINE AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

COMMENCE AT THE IRON PIPE AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 26 (ALSO BEING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 25) AND RUN N 01 DEG 23 MIN 59 SEC W, ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 26, A DISTANCE OF 232.05 FEET TO AN IRON ROD FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF SAID EASEMENT;

THENCE CONTINUE N 01 DEG 23 MIN 59 SEC W, ALONG THE SAID EAST LINE, 337 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO AN EXISTING FENCE POST AT THE NEW CORNER OF THE SE 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4 OF SE 1/4;

THENCE RUN S 89 DEG 29 MIN 35 SEC W, ALONG THENORTHER LINE OF SAID SE 1/4 OF SE 1/4 OF SE 1/4, A DISTANCE OF 150 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO A POINT;

THENCE RUN N 01 DEG 22 MIN 58 SEC W, 671 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE SOUTHERLY R/W LINE OF COUNTY ROAD N.E. 216TH STREET, AND THE END OF SAID EASEMENT LINE.

TOGETHER WITH A 2003 FLEETWOOD MANUFACTURED HOME; BEARING SERIAL#: GAFL234A75913CY22, AND GAFL234B75913CY22; TITLE#: 89154327 AND 89154986

Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, must file a claim per the requirements set forth in FL Stat. 45.302.

DATED this 1st day of October, 2026.

GREENSPOON MARDER, LLP

100 W. Cypress Creek Road, Suite 700

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

Telephone: (954) 491-1120

Hearing Line: (888) 491-1120

Facsimile: (954) 343-6982

Email: gmforeclosure@gmlaw.com

Email: Karissa.Chin-Duncan@gmlaw.com

By: /s/Karissa Chin-Duncan

Karissa Chin-Duncan, Esq.

Florida Bar No. 98472

32875.2053 / 32875.2053 / Jean Schwartz

Publish in: Bradford County Telegraph

IMPORTANT

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in a proceeding, you are entitled to be provided with certain assistance at no cost to you. Please contact the ADA Coordinator, Alachua County Family and Civil Justice Center, 201 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601 (352-337-6237) at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days. If you are hearing or voice-impaired, call 1-800-955-8770 via Florida Relay Service.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE

EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR BRADFORD COUNTY, FLORIDA

CASE NO: 16-2026-CP-000116CPAXMX

IN RE: THE ESTATE OF ALAN LEE MESSMORE,

Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of Alan Lee Messmore, deceased, whose date of death was July 14, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for Bradford County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Drawer B, Starke, FL 32091. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

The date of first publication of this notice is October 8, 2026.

Attorney For Petitioner:

WHITE, GRIFFIS & LITTELL, PLLC

By: /s/ Charles W. Littell

Charles W. Littell

Florida Bar No. 174593

3701 NW 40th Terrace, Suite 1

Gainesville, Florida 32606

Telephone: (352) 372-1011

Email: cwl@wgl-law.com

Email2: sdl@wgl-law.comPetitioner:

/s/ Leslie Lee Messmore

Leslie Lee Messmore

Personal Representative

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REQUEST FOR BID

The Board of County Commissioners of Bradford County, Florida is requesting competitive bids from qualified vendors for fire and life safety systems inspection, testing, maintenance, and monitoring services at certain Bradford County facilities.

BID ISSUED DATE: October 8, 2026

BID DUE DATE/TIME: October 28, 2026, 2:00 PM

SERVICES TO BEGIN: November 30, 2026

All vendors will be permitted to schedule site visits prior to submitting a bid. This should be scheduled through the Bradford County Fire Marshal at chris_cooksey@bradfordcountyfl.gov.

Instructions and bid forms can be picked up at the Bradford County Manager’s Office, Bradford County Courthouse, 945 N. Temple Avenue, Starke, Florida 32091 or from the county website at www.bradfordcountyfl.gov/bid-advertisements.

Bids must be physically delivered in sealed envelope marked “SEALED PROPOSAL FOR FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY SYSTEMS INSPECTION, TESTING, MAINTENANCE, AND MONITORING SERVICES” to the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court before October 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM. No faxed or emailed bids will be accepted.

Bids will be read aloud in the Bradford County Commission Meeting Room located in the Bradford County Courthouse – 945 N. Temple Avenue, Starke, FL 32091 on October 28, 2026, at 2:05 PM.

The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, award all or part of the bid, waive any technicality with regard to the bids, exercise its local preference ordinance, and to interpret the bid specifications in the best interest of Bradford County.

For additional information, contact the County Manager’s Office at (904) 966 – 6327 or lisa_bretch@bradfordcountyfl.gov and taylor_mccoy@bradfordcountyfl.gov.

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Union

Suwannee River Water Management District Declaration of Phase II Water Shortage

To learn more or to view WSO 26-004, visit our website at www.mysuwanneeriver.com.

UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE – UCT

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR

UNION COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROBATE DIVISION

File No. 2026-24-CP

Division Probate

IN RE: ESTATE OF

RYAN CHRISTOPHER HARRIS

Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of Ryan Christopher Harris, deceased, whose date of death was June 18, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for Union County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 55 West Main Street, Lake Butler, Florida 32054. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

The date of first publication of this notice is October 1, 2026.

Attorney for Personal Representative:

/s/ John J. Kendron

John J. Kendron

Florida Bar Number: 306850

Robinson, Kennon & Kendron, PA

582 W Duval Street

PO Box 1178

Lake City, Florida 32056

Telephone: (386) 755-1334

Fax: (386) 755-1336

E-Mail: jjk@rkkattorneys.com

Secondary E-Mail: mad@rkkattorneys.com

Personal Representative:

/s/ Bobbie Jean Harris

Bobbie Jean Harris

6266 SW 78th Lane

Lake Butler, Florida 32054

10/01 2tchg 10/08-UCT

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

CONCERNING A SPECIAL PERMIT FOR ESSENTIAL SERVICES

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of County Commissioners of Union County, Florida, that, pursuant to the Union County Land Development Regulations, objections, recommendations, and comments concerning a special permit, as described below, will be heard by the Board of County Commissioners of Union County, Florida, at a public hearing during its regular meeting on October 19, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard, in the Board of County Commissioners Meeting Room, Union County Courthouse, located at 55 West Main Street, Lake Butler, Florida. The Board will hear a petition by Florida Public Utilities Company requesting a special permit to allow the expansion / placement of a natural gas transmission line and associated facilities (an essential service) on County-owned property, in accordance with Section 14.11 of the Land Development Regulations. The proposed location is described as follows: A portion of the County property located in Section 1, Township 06 South, Range 18 East, Union County, Florida, Parcel ID No. 01-06-19-00-000-0210-0. The criteria for approval are limited to a showing of the need for such services in the requested location, that it is in the public interest that the special permit be granted, and compliance with the other provisions of Section 14.11. At the aforementioned public hearing, all interested parties may appear and be heard with respect to the special permit application. Copies of the application and supporting materials are available for public inspection at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners, located at 15 Northeast First Street, Lake Butler, Florida, during regular business hours. Persons with disabilities requesting reasonable accommodations to participate in this proceeding should contact Heather Register, Secretary to the Board of County Commissioners, at 386-496-4241 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Florida Relay Service at 1-800-955-8770 (voice) or 1-800-955-8771 (TTY). All persons are advised that, if they decide to appeal any decision made at this public hearing, they will need a record of the proceedings and, for such purpose, they may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

10/8 1tchg-UCT

Lake Region

INVITATION TO BID (ITB)

Project Title: Tennis Court Lighting

Bid Release Date: October 06, 2026 (8:30 AM)

Bid Submission Deadline: October 29, 2026 (1:00 PM)

Pre Bid Meeting: October 22, 2026 (2:00 PM)

Bid Opening: October 29, 2026 (1:00 PM)

Project Overview

The owner is requesting sealed bids from licensed contractors to supply and install overhead tennis court/basketball court lighting. Design target should be a minimum of 50 average maintained horizontal footcandles and a minimum of 2.0:1 maximum to minimum uniformity ratio.

Project Location

555 S Lawrence Blvd, Keystone Heights, FL 32656.

The site features two (2) existing tennis courts and one (1) existing full basketball court.

Pre-Bid Meeting

Pre bid meeting is scheduled for October 22 ,2026 and will be at 555 S Lawrence Blvd. This will be an opportunity to inspect existing wiring and electrical capabilities, placement of new poles with lighting, and site conditions. (Pre-bid meeting is not mandatory but encouraged.)

Scope of Work (Turnkey Installation)

The selected contractor must provide all turnkey labor and materials to complete the following:

*Mobilization

*New steel lighting poles and foundations (Designed for a sports-lighting application and applicable wind loads.)

*LED sports lighting fixtures (Quantity and Placement of fixtures as well as life expectancy of bulbs.) Fixture mounting hardware and aiming of the fixtures * *Electrical service and distribution

*Underground conduit

*Conductors and grounding if required

*Disconnects and circuit protection

*Lighting Controls (timers, photocell, etc.): Activation system shall include a weatherproof, vandal-resistant manual public activation station located near the courts, with separately labeled controls for each of the two tennis courts and basketball court. Public users shall be able to activate each court’s lights independently during hours of darkness only. Each activation shall run for a City-programmable timed interval and shall be subject to a City-programmed mandatory shutoff time and override. The system shall include photocell or astronomical-clock functionality). *Junction/pull boxes

*Concrete foundations

*Equipment rental, including lifts and any other necessary equipment

*Final testing and commissioning

*Restoration of disturbed areas (Grad and re-sod if necessary.)

*Protection of existing courts (Courts are new and the intent is to keep the finish in like-new condition.)

*As-built documentation including pole locations, wiring locations, and any other applicable underground information.

*Warranty (The selected contractor shall provide a minimum one-year warranty covering installation, foundations, electrical work, controls, aiming, and commissioning beginning on the date of final acceptance. Lighting fixtures, drivers, poles, controls, and other manufactured components shall include the manufacturer’s standard written warranty, with a minimum five-year warranty preferred for LED fixtures and controls. The contractor shall provide all warranty documentation before final payment and shall be responsible for coordinating warranty service during the warranty period.)

*All other activities to deliver fully functional system/systems.

3.Submission Requirements

Bidders must submit an all-inclusive lump-sum pricing for both of the tennis courts and basketball court. Each bid shall include a photometric lighting plan for the two tennis courts and one basketball court showing proposed pole locations, pole heights, fixture quantities, fixture specifications, aiming average maintained horizontal footcandles, minimum and maximum footcandles, and maximum-to-minimum uniformity ratio.

Submission Requirements

Bids must be received on or before the submission deadline. Contractors may submit using the following method:

*By Mail / In Person: 555 S. Lawrence Blvd, Keystone Heights, FL 32656

*Bids may be emailed: deputycitymanager@keystoneheights.us (Bids emailed will be saved opened at same time as all other bids received)

*The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals

10/8 2tchg 10/15-BCT

Legal Notices for 10-8-26