November 13, 2013 G. Herb Sheheane, FHBPA Lobbyist Leadership representatives from Florida’s most prominent racehorse owners, trainers and breeders associations will be on hand to testify at both Florida Senate Gaming Committee public hearings this week, Thursday, November 14 in Pensacola, and Friday, November 15 in Jacksonville. Scheduled to speak at both hearings...Read More
G. Herb Sheheane, FHBPA Lobbyist October 28, 2013 Proudly standing as an unforgettable monument to Florida horse racing, a real Thoroughbred and jockey greeted Florida Senators this past week as they arrived to participate in the first of several upcoming statewide public hearings on a proposed overhaul of Florida’s gambling and pari-mutuel laws. ...Read More
Next Florida Senate Gaming Committee Meeting is Wednesday, October 30 in Lakeland, Florida October 26, 2013 Attention Horsemen! The NEXT edition of the Florida Senate Gaming Committee public hearings is scheduled for THIS WEDNESDAY, October 30 in Lakeland, Florida from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.! We need as many of you there as possible!...Read More
By Kathy Davey Next meeting: Thursday, November 7. Approximately 30 people attended today’s meeting. Paraphrasing Tim Ritvo’s opening remarks; The year round racing meet is going well. We have learned a lot and still want to improve in all aspects of the game. Our goal is to enhance the racing experience in...Read More
Kathy Davey, FHBPA Secretary Next meeting: Thursday, October 24. Approximately 28 people were in attendance at today’s meeting. Horsemen’s Backstretch Committee meets every other Thursday; the members are: Leo Azpura, Joe Calascibetta, Phil Combest, Greg Griffiths, Barry Rose, Peter Walder. Bring your concerns to them and they will meet with Tim for...Read More
