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September General Membership Meeting Featuring the Election of of APSTA Officers and Directors
We Need You! Help Shape the Future of APSTA
APSTA is powered by volunteers who care about our community. Whether you're interested in serving on the Board, helping with a committee, or sharing a special skill or talent, we'd love to have you involved. Board members and committee volunteers play an important role in preserving and enhancing the quality of life at Alligator Point. From beautification projects and community events to advocacy and communications, volunteers help strengthen our community.
We have a variety of committees where you can contribute your interests, skills, and ideas: Membership, Social, Meeting Speakers, Beautification, Publicity, Events, and Special Projects. CONTACT US BY EMAIL IF YOU ARE INTERESTED.
New residents and longtime property owners alike are encouraged to participate. Fresh ideas and new perspectives are always welcome. Every improvement we enjoy at Alligator Point—from community events and beautification projects to advocacy on issues affecting our area—begins with neighbors willing to get involved.
Interested in learning more? We'd be happy to answer questions about any Board or committee position. CONTACT US BY EMAIL and let us know how you'd like to get involved.
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| New Palm Trees and Benches
A special thank you to the APSTA Beautification Committee for all their hard work in planning and installing the benches along the walking path, and to Maxwell's Tractor Service for their generous donation and planting of the palm trees. | New APSTA Lending Library
The free new library is located in front of the AP Water Department. It is now FULLY stocked, and we also have a section now for puzzles and children's books. Please stop by to take a book and donate one. Also, special thanks to John Kelly, Tash Kelly, and Teresa Jacobs for the beautiful painting job. |
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Local updates • Guest speakers • Community discussions
October 10, 2026 - 10:00 AM: APSTA Chili Cook-Off: Because of several conflicting countywide events, including the FSU Marine Lab's Float Your Boat and Apalachicola Porchfest, the 1st Annual Chili Cook-Off has been postponed until February 13, 2027.
October 24, 2026 - APSTA Beach Clean-Up:
September President's Spotlight AwardCongratulations to Nonda Meng, our September Spotlight Award recipient! Nonda has faithfully served APSTA for years as our Treasurer, a position requiring tremendous trust, accuracy, and dedication. She also chairs our Membership Committee and is always present, active, and ready to help at virtually every APSTA meeting, event, and community function. Much of what Nonda does happens quietly behind the scenes, but her commitment is seen throughout our organization. Her dependability, hard work, and genuine dedication to APSTA and our community are truly appreciated. Congratulations, Nonda, and thank you for all you do! You make APSTA stronger!
| Help us compile the History of APSTAAs you may have noticed, our APSTA History page is a work in progress. Thanks to Sam Rogers, Ben and Julia Houston, and John Kelly we have a good start. But we need more. We know APSTA has a rich history filled with memorable people, events, storms, traditions, and stories. Unfortunately, much of that history has never been gathered in one place. That's where you can help. Do you have old photographs, newspaper clippings, APSTA documents, meeting programs, newsletters, or stories about APSTA? We'd love to hear from you. Our goal is to create a community history page that preserves and celebrates the people, places, and events that have shaped APSTA over the years. If you have information you'd like to share, please contact any board member or send us an EMAIL. Together, we can help ensure that the stories that shaped APSTA are preserved for future generations. |
Meet the 2026-2027 APSTA Board of Directors
The 2026-2027 Officers are Dr. Teresa Jacobs, First Vice President; Bill Smith, Second Vice President; Julie Crump, Secretary; Ralph Smith, Treasurer; Nonda Meng; and Directors at Large: Ingrid Wingate, Julia Houston, Dr. David Harris, Sharon Rigsby, Marsha Long, and Gavin Bates
From the President - September 2026
A View from the Point
A View From The Point
Neighbors working together for a stronger community!
October 2026
From the President
This fall, the Alligator Point St. Teresa Association invites all property owners in our community to renew their membership or join APSTA for the first time. We mailed property owners a postcard highlighting APSTA's work on behalf of our area and the priorities we continue to address, including public safety, responsible parking, safe beach access, beautification, public boat ramps, and a strong voice for our residents. The annual membership is $50, and every membership strengthens our ability to advocate for this community we all care about. If you have received your postcard, we encourage you to renew today-and if you are not yet a member, this is a great time to join us.
YOUR VOICE! YOUR COMMUNITY! JOIN US! MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
We are so excited about all the positive things that are happening in our area. Working together, we can protect and improve this precious place.
Our new and Improved website (APSTA.org) provides members with up-to-date information, and we post updates regularly. We will disseminate everything via the website. The website is changing to provide better access for our members. We are archiving the Treasurer's report, the Secretary's monthly minutes, and past reports and posting them on the website. Please visit APSTA.org to view the latest information.
Some of the new things you can access at your fingertips through the website are: Alligator Point Weather, Tides Tables, Marine Forecast, Beach water quality reports, American Red Cross Hurricane Safety, National Hurricane Center, Florida Division of Emergency Management, Franklin County Emergency Management, and Florida Forest Service Burn Ban Information. These are hot links and will connect you directly to this information. The website also has a history page, and many are helping develop this section. If you have any information or old photos, we would love to archive them here on the website. Please send them to Sharon. Hopefully everyone is enjoying the updates and photos Sharon Rigsby is providing. She is doing a marvelous job, so if you see her, please thank her. Just revamping the website is a lot of work. Bookmark APSTA.org
You can always make APSTA.org your homepage!
In October, there will NOT be a monthly meeting; instead, we will meet on October 24th at 8:30 AM at beach access #2 for our annual Beach Clean-up. Come out and join us. Immediately after the beach clean-up, the Alligator Point Volunteer Fire Department will host a Fire Prevention Open House from 10-1, with free hot dogs and drinks, plus demonstrations, giveaways, and hands-on CPR. Spend the morning on the Point helping with cleanup, then enjoy fellowship at our fire department.
Regards,
Teresa
Your NEW Officers and Board Members
The 2026-2027 Officers are Teresa Jacobs, President; 1st Vice President; Bill Smith, Second Vice President; Julie Crump, Secretary; Ralph Smith, Treasurer; Nonda Meng; and Directors at Large: Julia Houston, David Harris, Sharon Rigsby, Gavin Bates, Ingrid Wingate, and Marsha Long.
Upcoming APSTA Meetings and Community Events
- October 10th, 8:30 Board Meeting-NO monthly meeting (Cancelled)
- October 24th, Beach Clean-up 8:30-10:00
- October 24th, APVFD Fire Prevention Open House 10-1
- Upcoming Franklin County Commission Meetings
- October 21st, November 4th & 18th. The meetings will be held at the Armory (not the Courthouse Annex) at 9 AM. Meetings are available via Zoom and are held live on Forgotten Coast TV.
Alligator Point St Teresa Association.
P. O. Box 213 Panacea, FL 32346
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Join APSTA – Be Part of the Change
When you join the Alligator Point/St. Teresa Association, you’re adding your voice to a community that cares. Together, we work to protect and improve life on the east end of Franklin County—advocating for what matters most to our neighborhoods.