Anna Maria Island Sun January 16, 2019

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Sunrise serenity

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The sun rises over Anna Maria Island in this portrait looking roughly east at the Rod and Reel Pier.

Governor taking ambitious steps to combat harmful algae blooms Gov. Ron DeSantis stopped in Sarasota last week to announce major reforms designed to protect Florida’s environment.

BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

SARASOTA – New Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is wasting no time addressing water quality issues that include red tide and other harmful algae blooms.

On Thursday, Jan. 10, De-

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Santis signed Executive Order 19-12 as part of his plans to implement major reforms to protect Florida’s water quality and environment. The executive order seeks $2.5 billion over the next four years for Everglades restoration and the protection of Florida’s water resources.

DeSantis issued the executive order less than 48 hours after being inaugurated as Florida’s 46th governor, and he visited Sarasota the same day he issued those orders.

DeSantis was joined by his wife, Casey, and Lt. Governor Jeanette Núñez at an early

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afternoon press conference at Mote Marine’s Keating Marine Education Center in Sarasota.

Florida Senate President Bill Galvano, Florida Senator Joe Gruters, former State Rep. Jim Boyd, Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Secretary Noah Valenstein, Anna Upton from the Everglades Foundation, Chris Peterson from Captains for Clean Water, Mote Marine President Michael Crosby and others were hand for the press event, and many of them also spoke.

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Gov. Ron DeSantis discusses his executive order and his aggressive plans to improve Florida’s water quality.

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Tree house case continues in court The tree house case has been continued to a case management conference in March to determine if it should go to trial.

BY KRISTIN SWAIN SUN STAFF WRITER | kswain@amisun.com

BRADENTON – It was a win and a loss for both sides during a Jan. 8 hearing in Judge Edward Nicholas’s courtroom for the tree house case.

New to the case, Nicholas dismissed the city of Holmes Beach motion to default, an attempt to push the case to a trial, and the tree house owners’ motion to abate, saying the move wasn’t warranted at this time. Both sides of the years-long case will have the opportunity to have their motions reheard and consider if a declaratory judgement request should be heard. That request was entered by attorney David Levin on behalf of owners Lynn Tran and Richard Hazen filed in 2013 and not pursued by either side until now.

During the Jan. 8 court proceedings, Levin argued that the declaratory judgement needs to be ruled on in court before the case can go to trial. On behalf of the city, attorney Jim Dye argued that the case has

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Holmes Beach Mayor Judy Titsworth listens to councils’ arguments during a hearing for the tree house case. The two-story tree house beach side at Angelinos Sea Lodge in Holmes Beach remains in its Australian pine perch while its fate is being decided in Manatee County courtrooms. gone on long enough, since a code enforcement hearing in 2013, and the city wants to “go to trial and get a resolution as quickly as possible.” He also said that with different hearings and rulings having happened in the case since the submittal of the request for declaratory judgement, the complaint is obsolete and would need to be redone to take into account all of the facts of the case in the previous five years.

The March 5, 90-minute conference will

allow the court to consider the nature of discovery, if any, needed for a trial, determine if the declaratory judgement needs to be resolved before going to trial and allow both sides to tell their stories to the new judge on the case. If the case goes to trial, it will be to receive a ruling on the city’s request for injunctive relief and motion for default. These would either require Tran and Hazen to pay more than $65,000 in code enforcement fees and remove the tree

house themselves or allow the city to forcibly remove the structure.

The tree house has been the subject of much debate in the city since it was built about seven years ago. The two-story structure is built partially in an Australian pine and supported by telephone poles designed to look like trees.

Tran and Hazen argue that they went to city hall before building the tree house to ask if they needed a permit and were told no by a building department staffer. City leaders argue that a permit was needed, the structure is located too close to the erosion control line and is potentially hazardous to neighbors in a storm event.

While the owners applied for after-thefact building permits from the city, Building Official Jim McGuinness found that the supports for the tree house were not deep enough in the sand, the structure could not be made ADA compliant and to bring it up to code would require tearing it down and rebuilding it. And that would happen only if the owners could get a permit from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to build at the erosion control line, even though the current tree house structure is located on private property.

The tree house case is back in court at 9 a.m. March 5.

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IN BRIEF

Historical society scholarship The Anna Maria Island Historical Society is offering one $2,000 scholarship to a to high school senior living in Anna Maria, Bradenton Beach or Holmes Beach.

The student must have a grade point average of 3.0 (weighted) for a four-year college or a 2.5 (weighted) for a community college.

Forms are available at high school guidance offices and the Anna Maria Island Historical Museum, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. The postmark deadline is March 31, 2019, and the recipient will be selected in April. Mail your application to Pat Copeland, Scholarship Committee, Anna Maria Island Historical Society, Box 4251, Anna Maria, FL 34216. For information, call Copeland at 778-9205.

Dolphin Dash this Saturday The feet hit the street at Anna Maria Elementary School, 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, this Saturday, Jan. 19, for the annual Dolphin Dash.

Runners need to arrive before 8 a.m., before the 5k run begins. The race is timed and sanctioned by the Bradenton Runners Club. Participants run or walk through residential neighborhoods with traffic managed by the Holmes Beach Police Department.

Afterward, there’s a one-mile fun run where all the runners are acknowledged.

The race is open to all ages and awards go to male and female finishers as well as top three finishers in each age group. Awards go 10-deep in the 9 and under age group to encourage and reward the kids who participate.

Kelly Gitt, the coordinator for the PTO, said participants could sign up at the school and at Bradenton Runners Club on Face Book or runnergirl.com. up to Friday. The cost is $35 per person or there is a group discount for 20 or more, to encourage runners from other schools.

Correction: Ashley Burns fundraiser The birthday celebration and fundraiser for former Waterfront restaurant employee Ashley Burns will take place Saturday, Jan. 19, at Bayfront Park in Anna Maria, 316 North Bay Boulevard, from 1 to 6 p.m. A story in the Jan. 9 edition of The Sun listed the wrong day of the week.

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Residents sound off on duck hunting

BY CINDY LANE SUN STAFF WRITER | clane@amisun.com

MANATEE COUNTY – County commissioners heard the first volley of complaints from residents about duck hunting near county preserves bordering neighborhoods at a land use meeting on Jan. 10.

“Residents have endured shotgun blasts beginning as early as 6 a.m. and going on all day,” said Mark Lorenze, who answers panicked phone calls from neighbors as chair of the security committee at Perico Bay Club.

People using the walking trails at Perico Preserve also are alarmed by the unexpected gunshots of duck hunters, he said.

“The preserves were set up to attract and protect wildlife, including the waterfowl these hunters seek to kill,” he said, adding that studies show loud noises scare birds off their nests, leaving the eggs unprotected.

“It doesn’t make sense to allow hunters to kill birds at the edges of these preserves meant to protect them,” he said. “Birds can’t see boundary lines.”

The Anna Maria Island Sun exposed the hunting activity at www. amisun.com on Dec. 1, 2018, at Perico Preserve, a bird sanctuary just across Perico Bayou from Robinson Preserve. The hunting activity quickly moved to nearby Neal Preserve, across Manatee Avenue and to the west of Perico, reported on Dec. 14, 2018.

Hunting is not allowed in the preserves, except for Duette Preserve in east Manatee County. However, duck hunters can legally shoot birds on the wing while standing or boating in state waters bordering preserves if they are properly licensed, trained and armed with the right weapon and ammunition in season, according to Florida Fish and Wildlife

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Red shows where gunshots were reported during duck hunting season at Perico Preserve and Neal Preserve last fall and winter.

Conservation Commission (FWC) Officer Timothy Hinds.

Residents of Wild Oak Bay were astonished to find out hunting is legal near their homes, said Stuart Smith, a resident of the community on Sarasota Bay near Bayshore Gardens.

On Dec. 26 and 27, dozens of shots were fired by duck hunters in the neighborhood, he said.

“Clearly we have some loopholes to close,” said Smith, who plans to discuss the issue next week with Florida Rep. Will Robinson, for whose family Robinson Preserve is named.

Land development codes have tools to prohibit neighborhoods from incompatible uses, Smith said, suggesting the commission pass an ordinance prohibiting hunting in urban residential neighborhoods using the county’s existing urban development zone boundary line to allow hunting east of the line, in less populated areas.

“This is the right thing to do,” Smith said. “It’s common sense. It’s time. All it takes is the will to do it.”

“I’m very disheartened today to hear that ducks are being shot” near county preserves, Manatee County Commissioner Misty Servia said.

“People could get hurt. Bird rookeries are in danger,” she said, suggesting the commission address the issue at a future meeting with input from the county attorney’s office.

Commissioner Betsy Benac said she has hunted ducks in Michigan, but does not "recall ever seeing a house while hunting.”

Any regulations considered should address where hunters can or cannot hunt, not regulate guns, she said.

The incompatibility of guns, preserves and densely populated neighborhoods worries Charlie Hunsicker, the county’s Parks and Natural Resources director, who has asked the county attorney’s office to study the commission’s options.

“We are researching it and there will be some information forthcoming hopefully in the near future,” Commissioner Stephen Jonsson said.

The duck hunting season lasts until Sunday, Jan. 27, according to the FWC.

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Does Bridge Street need a redesign?

City officials want public input on the possible reconfiguration of Bridge Street

BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

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Citizen of the Year Local restauranteur, business owner, entrepreneur and philanthropist Ed Chiles has been named the city of Anna Maria’s Citizen of the Year. Chiles will be presented with his award during a short ceremony that will take place at Anna Maria City Hall on Thursday, Jan. 24, at 5:30 p.m.

BRADENTON BEACH – Should Bridge Street be turned into a one-way street, be closed completely to vehicular traffic or remain as it is?

That’s a question the Bradenton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and the City Commission want public input on before making any decisions. So, the city will host a public work meeting at city hall on Wednesday, Feb. 6, at 6 p.m.

At the request of CRA member and Mayor John Chappie, this preliminary discussion occurred at the Wednesday, Jan. 9, CRA meeting.

“There’s been a lot of talk over the last several years: What do you want to do on Bridge Street? Do you want one-way traffic? Do you want two-way traffic? Do you want parking? Do you not want parking?

We need to have some discussion here and in the community. We need to make some decisions,” Chappie said.

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Bridge Street is currently a two-way street, but there’s talk of possibly changing that.

Ralph Cole said he’s willing to listen to the pros and cons of all options. CRA member and City Commissioner Jake Spooner said he’s visited other cities where a main street was closed and replaced by stages, splash parks and other public features. He noted those cities also have solid transportation options and adequate parking.

“It might be a little premature closing that street down without having that type of infrastructure already in place. But I think it would be a great thing to work towards,” he said.

Cole invited BridgeWalk resort owner

Angela Rodocker to last week’s meeting and offered to contact every other Bridge Street business owner about the upcoming work meeting.

Emily Anne Smith, the CRA’s contracted architectural designer, is charged with creating a CRA district vision plan.

She said there are many good options for Bridge Street, but access must be maintained for the mid-block post office.

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Newly elected Gov. Rick DeSantis followed through last week on his campaign promises to take aggressive action in protecting Florida's environment overall and its water quality specifically.

DeSantis on Thursday signed into effect an executive order restructuring the state's fundamental approach to environmental protection.

The governor's order calls for spending $2.5 billion over the next four years for a variety of efforts, including Everglades restoration and expanded scientific research into the causes of red tide.

The order also calls for the appointment of a chief science officer to oversee and coordinate the state's environmental efforts by using scientific data, research monitoring and analysis.

In addition, a new agency called the Office of Environmental Accountability and Transparency will be created to collect scientific research and data and make sure state agencies are coordinated in their responses to these findings.

This is a bold and refreshing approach to preserving Florida's natural resources and a sharp contrast to former Gov. Rick Scott's greedy, arrogant attitude toward environmental protection over the past eight years.

And while DeSantis' ambitious moves are being hailed by many, it remains to be seen how effective they ultimately are, especially with this state legislature, many of whose occupants are staunchly aligned with some of the biggest polluters in Florida.

But this is, by any stretch, a good start and the governor is to be commended for his actions. They represent a recognition that our environment is one of the most precious gifts Floridians will ever be given.

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It's not Monopoly

Hello to all from your police chief. Happy New Year.

I found the articles a little comical from this past week indicating that a citizen would think they would get a pass for driving under the influence. We have made it clear that you must drive sober or get pulled over. Holmes Beach is not like playing Monopoly. There is no such thing as a get out of jail free card.

I am proud of the professionalism and continued enforcement activity shown by all of our officers.

William L. Tokajer Holmes Beach police chief

A shivering good day

Thank you so much for The Sun's great coverage at the 11th Annual Shamrock Shiver Charity Plunge. Your article and photos were amazing.

The money raised from this event, as you know, funds programs for local disadvantaged children who need it the most.

I am the only paid employee of Caring for Children Charities/ Florida Winefest & Auction. The Shamrock Shiver Charity Plunge and those that donate, pledge, support and participate in any capacity overwhelms me. We have a most giving community and that is something we cherish.

The money raised on January 1 will be put into the pot and be add-

ed to the proceeds that we realize from our 29th Florida Winefest & Auction event April 4-7. Our goal is to grant money to 15-18 charities in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

So, on behalf of Caring for Children Charities/Florida Winefest & Auction, Clancy’s and the Shamrock Shiver Charity Plunge Committee, thank you again for taking the time on New Year’s Day to come to the beach and cover this event and for your subsequent article.

A great day had by all.

Jan Crudele Co-event coordinator Florida Winefest & Auction

The Anna Maria Island Sun staff Publishers Mike Field Maggie Field Editor/CEO Mike Field Layout Ricardo Fonseca Reporters Cindy Lane Tom Vaught Joe Hendricks Kristin Swain

Columnists Louise Bolger

Digital/social media editor Cindy Lane

Outdoors editor Rusty Chinnis

Accounting John Reitz

Ad director Chantelle Lewin

Distribution Bob Alexander Tony McNulty Connor Field

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Contributors Pat Copeland Steve Borggren Monica Simpson

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ON THE AGENDA ANNA MARIA 10005 GULF DRIVE

For those visiting from up North, here's what you might be looking at if you were back home right now.

A winter storm over the past few days dumped eight to 10 inches of snow and frosted trees with frozen rain. This photo is from Pittsboro, Ind.

For information, call 7086130 Jan. 21 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day. City offices closed Jan. 23, 10 a.m. – Charter Review Commission meeting

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For information, call 7781005 Jan. 16, 1 p.m. – Planning and Zoning Board meeting Jan. 17, noon – City Commission meeting

Jan. 21 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day. City offices closed Jan. 22, 10 a.m. – City Commission work meeting

HOLMES BEACH 5801 MARINA DRIVE

For information, call 7085800 Jan. 17, 10 a.m. – Charter Review Commission meeting Jan. 18, 9 a.m. – Florida Arbor Day celebration, City Hall Memorial Gardens Jan. 21 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day. City offices closed Jan. 22, 6 p.m. – City Commission meeting followed by work session

MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOTE: EVENTS ARE FREE UNLESS INDICATED.

WEDNESDAY JAN. 16

Beach market, Coquina Beach, 2650 Gulf Drive S., Bradenton Beach, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Memoir writing, The Folk School at Florida Maritime Museum, 4415 119th St. W., Cortez, 10 a.m., $38.

Painting Cortez: The Burton Store, The Folk School at Florida Maritime Museum, 4415 119th St. W., Cortez, 10 a.m., $38.

Tour the digital library, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 2 p.m.

Movies in the Park: Inside Out, City Pier Park, 100 N. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, 6:30 p.m.

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Veterans services information, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 9 a.m.

Roser-Robics chair-based exercise class, Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, 9:30 a.m.

Treetots: Size Wize, Robinson Preserve Mosaic NEST, 1704 99th St. N.W., Bradenton, 10 a.m. Reserve to 941-742-5757 ext. 4.

Mollusks Monthly, Bayfront Park, 316 N. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, 10 a.m. Reserve to 941-742-5923 ext. 6036.

Book club, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 10:15 a.m.

Tour the A.P. Bell Fish House, The Folk School at

Florida Maritime Museum, 4415 119th St. W., Cortez, 11 a.m.

Friends Lecture and Travel Series: The Seminole of Florida with Max Osceola, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 2 p.m.

Science and Service Book Club: Shadow County, Robinson Preserve Mosaic NEST, 1704 99th St. N.W., Bradenton, 5 p.m. Reserve to 941-742-5923 ext. 6035.

Jam in the Sand, Anna Maria Island Beach Café, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, 5 to 8 p.m.

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Mahjong Club, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 11:30 a.m.

Sunshine Stitchers knit and crochet, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 2 p.m.

Sunset drum circle, Manatee Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, 5 to 8 p.m.

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Jan. 19 Cast net mending, The Folk School at Florida Maritime Museum, 4415 119th St. W., Cortez, 8:30 a.m., $38.

Meditation with Sheryl, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 11 a.m.

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Beach market, Coquina Beach, 2650 Gulf Drive S., Bradenton Beach, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Coyote co-existence discussed at city meeting There are no plans to trap or remove coyotes in Anna Maria or Holmes Beach.

BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA – Public Works Manager Dean Jones gave an informative presentation on coyotes during the Thursday, Jan. 10, City Commission meeting. The main message he conveyed was that humans need to co-exist with coyotes.

Holmes Beach Police Chief Bill Tokajer provided additional insight, as did Anna Maria Turtle Watch & Shorebird Monitoring Executive Director Suzi Fox. Jones said coyotes are most active at dawn and dusk because they’re looking for food. He cautions folks to never feed coyotes and never leave pet food or human food out that would attract them. He said to secure trash cans and keep compost in animal-proof containers.

He said coyotes will eat most anything, including apples, mice, rats, opossums, racoons, cats and more, and this helps keep the Island’s rodent population in check.

Jones said you should never leave your dogs and cats outside and unattended, even in fenced in areas.

When walking your dog, keep it on a short leash and don’t walk near heavily-wooded areas.

If you encounter a coyote, make a lot of noise and scare it off. This can be done using a coyote shaker (a can filled with rocks or pellets), an air horn or simply by screaming at it.

It’s also not a bad idea to carry a hefty stick, pepper spray or someone other legal means of self-defense.

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Anna Maria Public Works Manager Dean Jones gave a passionate presentation on coyotes last week. Right, a lone coyote waits in the sea oats and watches the beach near the 5600 block of Holmes Beach.

Jones said many Native American tribes consider coyotes to be a force of change and see them as being wise, possessing a sense of humor and symbolizing resourcefulness and a sense of survival.

Jones’ presentation included a photograph of a coyote swimming across the Indian River and a photo of a coyote hopping a fence.

“These guys can go from first gear to fifth gear and jump right in the water and start swimming. A coyote can outrun anything in the woods. They’re awesome swimmers.

"Coming from the military, if I had to equate these guys to some of our special-ops it would be the Navy Seals.

These guys are intelligent, they’re intuitive, they can think on the run. They’re very adaptable. It’s a very special creature in my opinion,” he said.

Jones said coyotes play an important role in the ecology, and he likened coexisting with them to co-existing with alligators – and he stressed the importance of treating coyotes with the same

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respect and caution.

Jones’ research indicated one known fatal coyote attack on a human between 2000 and 2018. This happened to a 19-year-old girl in Nova Scotia in 2009.

Jones said removing coyotes creates a vacancy the pack will replace. If an alpha male is killed or removed, the pack will bring in another alpha male to replace it. If an alpha female is killed or removed, the other females will go into heat and the population will expand.

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Tokajer described coyotes as “beautiful creatures.”

He said trapping coyotes is only successful about 10 percent of the time – and if you do trap one, you must find a place within 40 miles to release it, with the property owner’s permission.

“If we don’t want them here, I don’t know who wants them in their back yard either, so that isn’t a viable op-

tion,” Tokajer said.

He said using snares is inhumane and said if you shoot a coyote with a tranquillizer dart, the coyote’s going to run to who knows where – and this could bring it in contact with children before the tranquillizer takes full effect.

Tokajer said he and his officers are aware of a pack of coyotes in Holmes Beach on 48th Street. They’ve seen coyotes during the day, including one that is rather large.

“He’s got to be at least 70 pounds,” Tokajer said.

They’ve also seen coyote pup tracks but have not yet seen the pups.

Fox said she’s not aware of coyotes presenting a great risk to nesting sea turtles and sea turtle hatchlings. She hopes that if they go after nesting birds, including snowy plovers, the adult birds react as a group and use their beaks to defend themselves.

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State Sen. Joe Gruters does not sense the same energy as in past years when it comes to limiting local governments’ ability to regulate vacation rentals.

BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

SARASOTA – If Florida Senator Joe Gruters (R-Sarasota) has his way, Anna Maria Island’s beaches and those throughout Florida would become nosmoking zones.

Filed on Jan. 2, Gruters’ Senate Bill 218 seeks to prohibit tobacco use on public beaches and issue citations and $25 fines to first-time violators.

Gruters proposed legislation seeks to create a new state laws that says: “Smoking prohibited on public beaches ... It is unlawful for any person to smoke tobacco on a public beach.”

Gruters’ legislation does not specifically address vaping.

Gruters was among those who attended Gov. Ron DeSantis’ press conference in Sarasota last week. When asked afterwards about his proposed beach smoking legislation last week, Gruters said he thinks it’s “disgusting” to see someone throw a cigarette butt on the beach, or to stick your hand in the sand and come up with a cigarette butt.

“This is basically the result of me having discussions with constituents.

People kept telling me they didn’t like sitting next to people who smoked.

People have the right to smoke and hopefully we can provide them designated smoking areas on the sidewalks.

"But the bottom line is we need to make sure we protect peoples’ rights to have quite enjoyment of the natural resource, which is the beaches, and protect our residents and tourists so

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People kept telling me they didn’t like sitting next to people who smoked.”

Joe Gruters Florida Senator they can come enjoy them without having to experience second-hand smoke,” Gruters said.

In 2013, Sarasota County’s beachsmoking ban was deemed unconstitutional after being enacted by the Sarasota County Commission in 2007.

State law, however, provides the state legislature the sole authority to ban smoking at public beaches statewide.

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The Sun also asked Gruters if he anticipates the state legislature repeating its past unsuccessful efforts to repeal or further restrict local governments’ ability to regulate vacation rentals.

Gruters now holds the senate seat vacated by former Florida Sen. Greg Steube. Steube and State Rep. Mike LaRosa led those past legislative efforts, but Steube is now a U.S. Congressman.

“My predecessor had those bills the last two years, and I don’t know if there’s as much energy towards pushing that forward now that he’s gone.

Only time will tell,” Gruters said.

The state of Florida’s 2019 legislative session will begin in early March and continue for at least 60 days.

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Sunshine lawsuit depositions continue The depositions are part of the pre-trial discovery process for the Sunshine Law lawsuit scheduled for trial in March.

BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

BRADENTON BEACH – Former mayor Jack Clarke and current City Clerk Terri Sanclemente have been disposed in city’s ongoing Sunshine Law lawsuit.

On Monday, Jan. 7, Clarke was the first person deposed by the attorneys representing two of the six defendants.

Clarke is a co-plaintiff with the city of Bradenton Beach in the civil lawsuit that seeks a circuit court judge’s determination as to whether six former city advisory board members violated the Florida Sunshine Law that requires elected commission members and appointed advisory board

members to conduct their official city business in properly noticed public meetings.

Clarke’s deposition revealed a defense strategy being pursued by attorney Thomas Shults, who is representing former Planning and Zoning Board member John Metz.

Early in the seven-hour deposition, Shults asked Clarke if he’s familiar with the phrase “acting in bad faith.” Shults spent much of the day trying to establish that Clarke, City Attorney Ricinda Perry and the City Commission acted in bad faith when filing the lawsuit against Metz, Reed Mapes, Tjet Martin, Patty Shay, Bill Vincent and Rose Vincent in August 2017.

The allegations stem from the Concerned Neighbors of Bradenton Beach (CNOBB) meetings that took place that summer, when all six defendants served as city board members while participating in CNOBB meetings that were not conducted at city hall.

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City Clerk Terri Sanclemente was deposed on Jan. 9.

Shults’s defense strategy is partially based on the contentious relationship Clarke and Metz have had in recent years. Shults questioned email exchanges that occurred between Clarke, as a private citizen, and The Sun reporter who first reported the alleged violations. Several of those emails pertained to letters to the editor Clarke penned regarding Metz’s actions.

These actions included lawsuits Metz filed against the city and the 2015 lawsuit Metz filed against Clarke personally in hopes of keeping him off the special election recall ballot that resulted in Mayor Bill Shearon being removed from office.

Shults questioned the reporter’s ability to provide “evenhanded” reporting while maintaining a friendship with Clarke,

who left office in late 2015.

Shults noted that one of Clarke’s letters was critical of the legal fees Metz has subjected city taxpayers and how that differs from the cost of the Sunshine lawsuit the city is now a part of.

Clarke acknowledged that he has not yet been billed for any of the more than $116,000 in legal fees the city has accrued so far. He also said he’s aware that Metz could come after him for his legal fees if it’s proven the lawsuit was filed in bad faith.

When asked why he agreed to be a co-plaintiff, Clarke said, “They broke the law. It’s that simple.”

Shults spent little to no time trying to establish that the alleged Sunshine violations never occurred. After the deposition, paralegal Michael Barfield said he’s often seen Shults pursue bad faith defenses.

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Red tide low on Island

BY CINDY LANE SUN STAFF WRITER | clane@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA ISLAND – Red tide was at low levels on the Island last week, according to today’s report from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).

Low concentrations of red tide appeared in water samples at the Rod & Reel Pier in Anna Maria and the Longboat Pass boat ramp in Bradenton Beach on Jan. 7. Very low concentrations were recorded at Palma Sola Bay the same day.

No fish kills were reported in Manatee County, but respiratory irritation was reported on Jan. 3, Jan. 5-7 and Jan. 9-10 at Coquina Beach and Jan. 3, Jan. 5, Jan. 7 and Jan. 9-10 at Manatee Beach, according to the FWC. The rest of the state was clear of red tide through Jan. 10 with two exceptions – Collier County had high levels and low levels were recorded in the Florida Keys.

High

The start of the new year brought a resurgence of the red tide bloom, which had dwindled the last week of 2018 to one background concentration in Palma Sola Bay – the only evidence in the state of the toxic algae.

The bloom began in southwest Florida in October 2017 and arrived in Anna Maria Island waters on Aug. 3; it has now surpassed the most recent record red tide of 2005-06.

Florida red tide, or Karenia brevis, is a type of microalgae that emits a neurotoxin when it blooms. Deadly to marine life, red tide also can make shellfish unfit to eat and can cause respiratory irritation in people.

Background concentrations of red tide cause no anticipated effects. Very low levels cause possible respiratory irritation.

Low levels cause respiratory irritation, shellfish harvesting closures and possible fish kills. Medium levels cause respiratory irritation, shellfish harvesting closures and probable fish kills. High levels cause all the above, plus water discoloration.

RED TIDE REPORT

(respiratory irritation, shellfish harvesting closures, fish kills, water discoloration)

Very low

(possible respiratory irritation)

Background

Medium

(probable respiratory irritation, shellfish harvesting closures, fish kills)

(no effects)

None

(no red tide present)

Low

(possible respiratory irritation, shellfish harvesting closures, fish kills) Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Spring Lake on Jan.22 agenda Though City Engineer Lynn Burnett was absent from the Jan. 8 city commission meeting, Holmes Beach Mayor Judy Titsworth relayed a short report on the status of the Spring Lake restoration project.

More detail is expected at the Jan. 22 meeting where Burnett is scheduled to present the minutes from a meeting with the South West Florida Water Management District

and the results of a survey to determine the amount of pollutants in the lake. The survey results will help city leaders obtain more accurate estimates for dredging and cleanup of the polluted waters. Along with how best to clean up the lake, the issue of whether to return the lake to a saltwater environment or back to its original freshwater state is still up for discussion.

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2019 Anna Maria Island Sun Readers’ Choice Business

Business

People & Places

1

Antique/Collectible Store

40

Pool Contractor

77

School

2

Auto Service

41

Real Estate Assoc. (include location)

78

School Teacher (include location)

3

Bait & Tackle Shop

42

Real Estate Co.

79

Veterinarian (include location)

4

Bank (include location)

43

Rental Co.

80

Veterinary Clinic

5

Bike Rental

44

Resort

81

View

6

Boating Store

45

Retirement Community

82

Waiter/Waitress (include location)

7

Car Dealer

46

Service Org.

83

Yoga Instructor (include location)

8

Car Wash

47

Service Station

9

Carpet Cleaner

48

Shopping Center

10

Clothing Store

49

Sign Maker (include location)

11

Convenience Store

50

Souvenir Shop

12

Dry Cleaner (include location)

51

Spa

13

Electrician

52

Tattoo

14

Fitness

53

Travel Agency

15

Floor Coverings

54

Window Repair

16

Florist

55

Women’s Apparel

17

Frame Shop

18

Gift Shop

People & Places

19

Grocery Store

56

20

Hair Salon

21

Hardware Store (include location)

22

Heat & Air

23

Home Builder

24

Food & Entertainment 84

Bagel Shop

85

Bakery

86

Barbecue

87

Breakfast

88

Burger

89

Café

90

Candy Store

91

Chinese Restaurant

92

Deli

Architect

93

Festival

57

architectual Design

94

German Restaurant

58

Art Gallery

95

Golf Course

59

Attorney

96

Grouper Sandwich

60

Band

Hotel/Motel

97

Health Food Store

61

Bar & Grill

25

Jewelry Store

98

Ice Cream Place

62

Bartender (include location)

26

Liquor Store

99

Italian Restaurant

63

Beach

27

Manicurist (include location)

100 Live Theater

64

Boat Captain (include location)

28

Marina

101 Mexican Restaurant

65

Business Person

29

Men’s Apparel

102 Most Romantic Restaurant

66

Caterer (include location)

30

Outdoor Sports Store

103 New Restaurant

67

Charity

31

Pack & Ship

104 Night Spot

68

Chef (include location)

32

Painter (include location)

105 Pier

69

Chiropractor

33

Pest Control

106 Pizza

70

Dentist

34

Pet Grooming

107 Place to see a Sunset

71

Doctor

35

Pet Store

108 Restaurant (overall)

72

Eye Care

36

Pharmacist (include location)

109 Seafood Restaurant

73

Financial Planner

37

Pharmacy

110 Specialty Gourmet

74

Interior Design

38

Plumber

111 Sub/Sandwich

75

Massage Therapy

39

Pool Cleaner (include location)

112 Takeout

76

Personal Trainer (include location)

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Please read carefully. To vote in The Sun’s Readers’ Choice Awards you must use an official entry ballot published in The Sun. Copies and faxes will not be accepted. The ballots will appear in The Sun on Jan. 9, Jan. 16, Jan. 23. Only one ballot per person is allowed. At least 10 CATEGORIES must be filled in for the ballot to count and the entry form must be completed. If you work for The Sun or are related to someone who does, you can’t play. Complete ballots may be dropped off at The Sun’s office, 9801 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Or you can mail it in to The Sun’s Newspaper, PO Box 1189, Anna Maria, FL 34216. All ballots must be in by January 25, 2019 at 4pm. Prizes in the drawing may not be transferred. Winners are drawn at random from all entries and you don’t have to buy anything to win. Accepting the prizes means winners agree to the use of their names and photographs in subsequent ads and news stories. You must be 18 years or older to participate. Ballots which show signs of tampering will not be counted. We reserve the right to reject any ballot(s) or disqualify any contestant(s).

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November 2018 tourist tax collections compared to November 2017

Anna Maria Bradenton Beach Holmes Beach Manatee County Total*

6% 22% 4% 9%

*(Anna Maria Island, Bradenton, Longboat Key, unincorporated Manatee County, Palmetto) Manatee County’s 5 percent resort tax, or tourist tax, is collected from owners of accommodations rented for six months or less who charge the tax to their renters, in most cases, tourists.

About 50 percent of the tax proceeds are allocated to Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau tourism marketing efforts, with 20 percent allocated to beach renourishment. Resort tax increases reflect both increased visitation and improved tax collection efforts. Amounts shown were collected in November and paid to the Manatee County Tax Collector’s Office in December.

Manatee County numbers include Anna Maria Island cities, Bradenton, the portion of Longboat Key within Manatee County, unincorporated Manatee County and Palmetto. To anonymously report a rental owner who may not be paying the tax, call 941-741-4809 or visit http://www. taxcollector.com/tdt-evader.cfm Source: Manatee County Tax Collector

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A new direction for Florida’s marine environment?

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t a press conference Jan. 10 at Mote Marine Laboratory, Florida’s new Republican governor, Rick DeSantis, announced some sweeping changes to the way his administration will handle Florida’s mounting water crisis.

The actions announced in the first two days of his term have been heralded by anglers, environmentalists and many Democrats. In an executive order signed that same day, DeSantis indicated he would be expanding efforts by increasing environmental funding, relying on sound science and pushing for quick action on Everglades area restoration.

In two other actions, he requested the resignation of the entire South Florida Water Management Board and rescinded the appointment of Bradenton developer Carlos Beruff to that board.

The specifics of the order call for $2.5 billion over the next four years for Everglades restoration and water resource protection, a $1 billion increase

Reel Time RUSTY CHINNIS over what was spent the prior four years. Other key features include the creation of the Office of Environmental Accountability and Transparency and the Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection, both within the Department of Environmental Protection.

I think it’s important to applaud the governor for these long overdue actions while keeping a close eye on what follows with the Republican controlled Legislature, that has been closely aligned with agricultural interests that have been blamed for much of the runoff that may be fueling both the red tide and blue green alga.

My main concern is the apparent change of course for a politician that

as a senator consistently voted against sound environmental policy. True, DeSantis made the environment of Florida and the much-publicized red tide and blue green alga threat the centerpiece of his campaign and is apparently following through with that promise.

Looking for a valid explanation one doesn’t have to go too far. While all red tides are bad for businesses on Florida’s west coast (and occasionally the east coast), this episode finally got the attention it deserves as influential businesses, including developers, real estate agents and the $82 billion-dollar tourist industry, felt the impact. While these actions are long overdue and the right thing to do, it’s also a wise political move.

I’ve fished local waters since the early 80s and have seen firsthand the slow but steady decline of many of our fisheries. True, there have been some bright spots as local governments have SEE REEL TIME, PAGE 23

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Gov. Ron DeSantis announces his resolve to follow through with his campaign promise to address Florida’s water crisis. He is flanked by, from left, Mote’s Dr. Michael Crosby and Hell’s Bay Boat Company owner Chris Peterson.

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Sheepshead are fired up CAPTAIN DAVE WHITE

The drop in water temperature has gotten the sheepshead all fired up. The sizes are getting bigger, and they are much more plentiful in the colder weather vs. the heat.

We here at Anna Maria Charters are using shrimp as our primary bait. Fishing bait with a weight on the bottom with either a jighead or a knocker rig will yeild you good catches.

Certain docks and portions of beach are holding nice redfish and black drum as well. In certain instances, these fish can be a bit persnickety, so a lighter lead and leader are often in order. We’ve seen black drum up to 15 pounds and redfish as big as 30 inches on our recent inshore trips.

Offshore, the mangrove snapper seem to be going crazy. We’ve been catching them on both shrimp and cut sardines. Chumming them gets them going pretty good. It’s not uncommon to get

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10 year old Nick from Lousianna, with brute sheephead them in the 20-inch range if you’re on a good bite. Also being caught offshore on our trips are big red grouper, amberjack and the occasional African pompano. If the winds will allow it, it’s not hard to get a nice cooler full of healthy and tasty fillets. Best of luck and

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7-year-old Jared Miller, of Murray, Ky., hoists a beast of a sheepshead caught with Captain David White, of Anna Maria Charters.

tight lines.

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As the cold fronts become more prominent here on Anna Maria Island, we have been staying inshore, mainly targeting the spawning convict fish (sheephead).

These feisty fish love a live shrimp on a #2 owner SSW bait hook, with a small split shot.

While filling the cooler with sheephead, we also are catching many catch and release redfish, the majority of them being juvenile in the 16- to 22-inch range, which is great to see considering what our waters have endured the last few months.

On the warmer afternoons our charters are also getting a few nice speckled sea trout around the deeper grass flats. A live shrimp behind a popping cork seems to be key for the keeper size trout.

We’re also looking forward to some less windy days so we can get back out on the nearshore reefs, where there is an abundance of snappers, porgy and grouper to bring the lines tight.

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worked to control storm and sewage releases, and groups like the Coastal Conservation Association have lobbied for change.

But a look at Florida’s history really brings home the extent of what we’re losing and what has been lost. This past year, books I’ve read have helped me see the place where I’ve lived for four decades with new eyes. Jack Davis’s “Gulf, The Making of An American Sea,” Michael Grundwald’s “The Swamp, The Everglades,

Florida, and The Politics of Paradise” and “A Land Remembered “

by Patrick D Smith, showed me a once-resplendent Florida that few can imagine.

It’s an age-old problem as people have come to Florida over the decades and are enchanted by its natural beauty. Compared to other more compromised areas of the country some see no problem in sacrificing a few mangroves and natural habitat in the name of progress. When we have lived here for awhile, we begin to see

the effects of this gradual compromise as new residents arrive not having that same experience.

It’s unfortunate that the environment had to get to the condition it’s in to effect change, but maybe this time will be different. All Floridians should applaud the governor and support him in efforts to protect our water, air and natural assets. We should also be vigilant and hold our politicians to the task of protecting our most valuable assets. Stay tuned!

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Island Photography & DJ a family affair Anna Maria Island residents Dara and Chuck Caudill have combined their creative talents to offer wedding photography and entertainment under one banner, Island Photography & DJ. Together, they will coordinate the photography and music for your special day.

Dara is a professionally trained photographer who combines the latest in digital technology along with an artistic and creative flair. She blends photojournalistic with traditional styles of photography. “A little fantasy mixed with a little reality,” she says. “It’s important for the photos to be beautiful!”

Chuck is a professional musician and DJ on Anna Maria Island. In addition to ukulele and acoustic guitar ceremonies, Chuck provides live music and/or full DJ services for the reception.. He provides state of the art sound and lighting.

Dara and Chuck are true island residents, so they specialize in beach weddings. The two know how important it is to have the right professionals for your day, especially if you are having a destination wedding. They were married in Kauai, and the people they hired made it a special day. They want to create that same memorable island experience for you.

Over the years, they have become friends with many of the couples they helped marry. They find it rewarding when those couples revisit the area and call them to get together.

Both are fully insured and belong to many professional organizations including the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce. Check out their websites – www.islandphotography.org and www.chuckcaudill – to see what they have to offer. For more information, email daracaudill@verizon.net or call 941-778-5676.

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Amy Ledebuhr and Ryan Kozelka were married on the beautiful beach of Anna Maria Island on December 8, 2018. Chuck Caudill provided the music. Amy and Ryan honeymooned on Anna Maria Island before returning home to West Chester, Ohio.

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Shawna Deeds and Jay Koontz were married at the Beach House restaurant on Dec. 22, 2018. Chuck Caudill played ukulele for the ceremony and was deejay the reception. The couple's friend, Tom Hamilton also performed for the ceremony. Shawn Rhoton and Jenna Pollock, of the Beach House, coordinated the ceremony and reception. Shawna and Jay went on a honeymoon cruise to the Bahamas, before returning home to Centerville, Mich.

Lendanette Pastrana and Jerson Rivera were married at the Beach House restaurant on Dec. 2, 2018. Shawn Rhoton and Jenna Pollock, of the Beach House, coordinated the ceremony and reception. Lendanette and Jerson honeymooned in Italy, before returning home to Lutz, Fla. DARA CAUDILL WWW.ISLANDPHOTOGRAPHY.ORG

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will be reported during the meeting. It will be open to the public from 1 to 3 p.m. A lovely plant will be raffled off during the meeting.

YOU’LL FLIP FOR FLAPJACKS

FAMILY FUN

At the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach: • Wednesday, Jan 16, Tour the digital library, 2 to 3 p.m.

• Thursday, Jan. 17, a veteran’s services professional will be available to help vets with needs, 9 to 11 a.m.; Book Club, “Educated: A Memoir,” by Tara Westover,10:15 to 11:15 a.m.; Friends Lecture and Travel Series, “The Seminole of Florida,” By Max Osceola, 2 to 3 p.m.

• Friday, Jan. 18, Mahjongg Club, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Sunshine Stitchers and Crochet, 2 to 4 p.m.

• Saturday, Jan. 19, Meditation with Sheryl, 11 a.m. to noon.

• Tuesday, Jan. 22, Preschool story time, 10 to 11 a.m.; Mahjongg Club, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Technical Help, 2 to 4 p.m.

For more information, call the library at 941-7786341.

GARDEN CLUB MEETS

The Anna Maria Island Garden Club’s general meeting will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 16, at 11:30 a.m. at Roser Community Church, 512 Pine Ave. Anna Maria.

There will be a discussion on creating natural island yards at 11:45 presented by Claudia, Nancy and Susan. A general meeting will follow, and a luncheon will be served to club members.

Plant talk this month will be given by Shawn Mayers. Additional information regarding the club’s beautification projects, updates and progress will be discussed.

Save the date; the flower show and bake sale will be held on March 20 at Roser Church. Each member is encouraged to enter their arrangement. The theme this year is "Let's Go To The Movies," There will be several categories to choose from. More information

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It’s season and that means the smell of bacon, pancakes and other treats will emanate from Roser Community Church like they will on Saturday, Jan. 19, from 8 to 11 a.m. For $6, enjoy pancakes, sausage, syrup and/or melted butter, applesauce, biscuits and gravy, juice and coffee or tea. There is no charge for children under the age of 5. After breakfast stroll across the street and browse the bargains in the Guild Thrift Shop from 10 a.m.to 1 p.m.

Flippers, mixers, runners, sausage servers, syrup servers, and more are needed. Have fun, meet new friends, Sixteen people are needed for each shift and five people for the cleanup crew. Shifts are 7:30-9:30, 9:30-11:30 and the 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. cleanup crew.

Sign-up online at www.roserchurch.com/pancakebreakfast or call the church at 941-778-0414. Roser Church is located at 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria.

GET YOUR TICKETS

The St. Bernard fashion show and luncheon, “Cruise into Fashions,”will be held Thursday, Feb 21.

Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; the show starts at noon in the activity center, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Fashions are by Irene’s Resort Wear. Tickets are $25. Contact Margaret Finley for tickets at 303588-1995. Tickets sell out quickly, and no tickets will be sold at the door.

DANCING RESUMES

The Anna Maria Irish Ceili and set dancers has begun for winter dancing on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Sandpiper Mobile Resort, 2601 Gulf Drive, N., Bradenton Beach. Dancing will continue every week through the end of March. All, including beginners, are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Judy at 941-779-1416

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PADDLE THE KEYS

Join the Sarasota Bay Estuary Program and professional guide Brad Tanner for a paddle of Leffis and Jewfish Keys on Saturday, Jan. 19, from 9 to 11 a.m. to learn about what makes Sarasota Bay an estuary of national significance.

Bay Wise Kayak Tours are free, but participants are responsible for bringing their own kayaks, paddles, and gear. Space is limited to 15 participants and preregistration is required.

Registered participants will receive an email with directions to the meeting spot.

For more information about Bay Wise Kayak Tours, visit https://sarasotabay.org/get-involved/play/baywise/.

NEW ART AT IGW

Mixed media artist Sue Elliott is January featured Artist at Island Gallery West, at 5368 Gulf Dr., Holmes Beach, with “Companions.” There will be a public reception on Friday Jan. 11, from 5.30 to 7:30 p.m. with music from Tanya McCormick, appetizers and wine.

Elliott’s love of painting is matched by her love of animals so, for this exhibit, she has brought them together. She has been painting animals her entire life and loves bringing their personality to life on the canvas. Elliott accepts commissions to paint your family members – canine, feline or human.

Elliott’s exhibit runs through Jan. 31. Regular gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and Sundays from Nov. through the end of April. Visit www.islandgallerywest.com, Facebook or call 941-778-6648 for updates.

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DeSantis considers rescinding Scott appointments

BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA ISLAND – Several Florida news agencies have reported that Gov. Ron DeSantis has either rescinded or is considering rescinding some of his predecessor ’s lastminute appointments.

These include developer Carlos Beruff ’s appointment to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), but as of Monday no official statement had been posted at the governor ’s website. Calls to the governor ’s office were also unreturned by press time.

However, at a meeting in Stuart Jan. 10, DeSantis called for the entire nine-member board of the South Florida Water Management District to resign, citing their failure to act on or even address the impact recent algae blooms have had on local communities, according to media reports.

Before departing as Florida’s 45th governor, Rick Scott made more than 80 last-minute

gubernatorial appointments, including Beruff ’s FWC appointment.

According to the FWC website, “The FWC’s seven commissioners are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Florida Senate to fiveyear terms. The Florida Constitution authorizes the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to enact rules and regulations regarding the state’s fish and wildlife resources. To do this, the seven commissioners meet five times each year to hear staff reports, consider rule proposals and conduct other commission business.”

Anna Maria City Commissioner Carol Carter was among the more than 6,020 people who as of Sunday evening had signed a petition by change. org calling for Beruff ’s appointment to be rescinded.

“The appointment of a developer with a track record of putting profit over protection of the environment is unconscionable,” says the petition language created by Naples

resident Michelle Eddleman McCormick.

“We need a commissioner appointed to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission who has a background as a scientist, conservationist and an advocate for a clean environment and request Gov. DeSantis to rescind this last-minute appointment by Rick Scott,” the online petition says.

Bradenton resident Rose Lipke recently voiced her displeasure and shared on her Facebook page a news story about Beruff ’s appointment.

Former Holmes Beach Commissioner and County Commission candidate David Zaccagnino’s response consisted of a single word: “Disgusting.”

Swordfish Grill manager Adam Sears’ response said: “He has to be confirmed by the State Senate. So, call up your State Senator, Bill Galvano, and voice your displeasure with this choice.”

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Is a piece better than the whole pie?

very long time ago in the history of writing this column, I discovered fractional ownership as a new and interesting real estate topic. I quickly dropped the subject when I realized it wasn’t something that had caught on in great numbers across the vacation real estate industry. Well recently there was an extensive piece in The Wall Street Journal about fractional ownerships which sparked my interest again, so I took another look.

As all of us who live in Florida and certainly on Anna Maria Island know, second homes are the ultimate discretionary purchase. Many people would like to have one, but no one really needs one.

Therefore, it would appear that fractional ownership arrangements would be the perfect fit for potential second home owners. But are they and how do they compare to timeshares?

Timeshares and fractional ownerships are very similar in that they can be sold,

Castles in the Sand LOUISE BOLGER gifted or inherited and require annual maintenance fees. Fractional owners receive a real property deed, whereas timeshare owners receive a type of deed but specifically for an assigned period of time, usually one or two weeks. In addition, fractional properties are usually organized into residence clubs, which appeal to more up-scale buyers with higher prices, nicer amenities and fewer owners than timeshares, making the concept as well as the properties more exclusive. But be careful, the more fractions are sold, the more they resemble timeshares.

Also, proponents of fractional properties point out that a purchase of a fractional

property can be arranged for much longer periods of time, creating more of a second home concept instead of just a vacation get away. In addition, the case can be made that fractional ownership provides equity benefits with more of the possibility of making a profit when its sold, but like all real estate there are no guarantees. Although timeshares can appreciate in value, depending on the property and location, typically they do not. Of course, conventional financing for both fractional ownerships and timeshares is near to impossible.

Purchases are generally made with cash.

So, who are the buyers of a fractional ownership? They are generally people wo could afford a vacation home but don’t have the time to use it on an annual basis and just want a winter or summer getaway. Or, as the Wall Street Journal piece pointed out, they may be people who want to spend months hopping from one fractional to another around the globe.

Although there are fractional ownership

properties in Florida, I couldn’t find any on Anna Maria. Two of the big players in fractional ownership clubs are Timbers Resorts and Elite Destinations. There is also the Luxury Fractional Guide on line to check out if anyone is interested in further research, and research you should. Since fractional ownership clubs make their money on selling the properties and reselling the properties, its important to verify that their maintenance program is well funded and well managed.

The fractional ownership concept makes me a little uneasy, but for owners who want a property in an area with escalating property values it may be the only way to spend time there for more than just a quick visit. While I was doing my research, I found that Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, had several fractional ownership clubs. Just so happens, I’m headed there at the end of the month. What are the chances of me coming back with a new deeded property?

I don’t think so; I want all of the pie.

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GOVERNOR: Ambitious steps FROM PAGE 1

Speaking first, Crosby said, “I was so heartened to hear our new governor say so clearly during his inaugural address that the quality of our water and the environmental surroundings are foundational to our prosperity as a state. Even more energizing for me was that he also said that he will lead the efforts to save our waterways, that together we will fight red tide and other harmful algae blooms.”

GOVERNOR’S REMARKS

DeSantis said he spent time that day learning what Mote Marine scientists are working on regarding red tide. He also noted that water quality was an issue he campaigned on.

“I listened loud and clear to what Floridians were telling us: that they wanted action on this. We have a sense of urgency.

We’re going to be seeking $2.5 billion over the next four years for water resource and Everglades-related projects. That represents a billion dollars more than the previous four years,” DeSantis said.

He plans to install a chief science officer within the FDEP to work with Mote Marine and other agencies to ensure the state has the most up-to-date scientific data.

“So, when we’re making policy it’s going

to be effective policy,” he said.

DeSantis is moving the enforcement arm of environmental issues out of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and into FDEP. “I think that’ll make a big difference.

We’re also going to have a resiliency office to look at how different communities are affected by things like increased flooding and rising water,” he said.

The executive order says the Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection will adamantly oppose all off-shore oil and gas activities off every coast of Florida and oppose hydraulic fracturing (fracking) statewide.

The executive order also establishes a blue-green algae task force.

“This task force should support key funding and restoration initiatives to expedite nutrient reductions in Lake Okeechobee and the downstream estuaries,” the order says.

“I think we have a huge majority of Floridians across party lines that would love to see action. Unfortunately, I wish we could just do it at the governor’s office.

We’re going to work with the legislature, the local communities and the federal government. The federal government obviously plays a big role in this,” DeSantis said.

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This is a challenge, but I also think it’s an exciting time because we can be part of solving some of these problems for generations to come.”

Ron DeSantis, Florida Governor DeSantis said he worked with the White House and Army Corps of Engineers during his gubernatorial transition period and addressed the federal government’s management of Lake Okeechobee and discharging into surrounding rivers lake water that contains blue-green algae.

“I think we could probably avoid having to do these discharges, certainly not at the level we’ve seen,” DeSantis said.

“On our end, we’re going to move forward with the EAA reservoir (Everglades Agricultural Area Storage Reservoir Project), which is very important to be able to stop discharges. And we’re going to make sure the Army Corps gets on track with this thing. We don’t want it to take 10 years – that I think is going to be unacceptable.

I do think the (federal) administration understands Florida’s needs, and I think they’re willing to work with us,” DeSantis said.

In reference to Galvano, Gruters and the Florida Senate, DeSantis said, “There’s a

critical mass of folks here that really want to get some big things done. This is a challenge, but I also think it’s an exciting time because we can be part of solving some of these problems for generations to come.”

In a separate action, DeSantis has requested the resignations of all current board members of the Southwest Florida Water Management District.

MOTE FUNDING

After the press conference, Cosby said Mote Marine would seek additional state and federal funds to bolster the red tide research and monitoring program currently conducted in partnership with FDEP. Crosby also said Mote Marine would propose bill language to the state legislature seeking an additional $3 million for each of the next five years to develop a new harmful algae bloom mitigation and technology development initiative aimed at lessening the impacts of red tide.

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From left: James Thaggard as John Barrymore, Caleb Allen as Andrew Rally and Brian Dewey as Gary Peter Lefkowitz in "I Hate Hamlet" at the Island Players.

You'll love 'I hate Hamlet'

BY TOM VAUGHT SUN STAFF WRITER | tvaught@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA – Every once in a while an actor finds that perfect role, or is it the role finds that perfect actor?

That’s what happens in “I Hate Hamlet’" by Paul Rudnick, now playing at the Island Players, when James Thaggard plays the ghost of John Barrymore.

His over-the-top performance was wonderful and it was contagious as the rest of the cast was brilliant to match Thaggard’s energy.

The special effects were perfect, especially as Barrymore’s ghost exposed his presence to most of the characters, but not all.

Brian Dewey was great as Andrew Rally, a Los Angeles actor who moves to New York on the advice of his agent, Lillian Troy, played brilliantly by Caroline Cox, after his television show is cancelled.

He feels down on his luck as his girlfriend, Dierdre McDavey, played sweetly by Katherine Dye, won’t have sex with him until she knows he’s the one she wants to spend the rest of

her life with. But he is unsure of his future because he has accepted the role of Hamlet, and he’s not too fond of Shakespeare.

His real estate agent, Felicia Dantine, played by Caroline Zaput, found him an apartment that was once owned by John Barrymore, who was known for his great portrayal of Hamlet.

Dantine is also a medium, and they try to communicate with him, but when it seemingly fails, everyone goes their own way, but Barrymore finally appears to Rally.

The final character is Gary Peter Lefkowitz, played perfectly by Brian Dewey. He’s a laid back L.A. style actor who comes to New York with a lucrative offer for Rally, a television show back on the West Coast.

Barrymore, however, wants Rally to do Hamlet, and with flare, he tries to convince him to do real acting, not inane television shows.

The play is delighful with few lulls in action, and as for Thaggart’s performance, we think Barrymore would be very impressed.

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SANCLEMENTE DEPOSITION

Shults spent much of Sanclemente’s Jan. 9 deposition discussing her responsibilities as the city’s official records keeper. He asked about her training and certification and the duties placed on her staff.

He questioned the role Sanclemente played in preparing the signed affidavit and exhibits attorney Robert Watrous filed in support of the city’s lawsuit.

Shults noted one of those exhibits was the oath of office Metz took when he joined the planning board in 2014.

Shults questioned why that document was not stamped as being notarized.

Sanclemente said that occurred before her time and that would have been the responsibility of then-deputy clerks Tammy Johnson or Audra Lanzaro.

Shults asked if the city’s land development code (LDC) is posted at the city website. Sanclemente said it is, but the city’s website currently shut down while being upgraded. Shults asked of the LDC is posted at the city’s Municode page. When Sanclemente said it was, Shults produced a screen shot that indicated otherwise.

Perry and City Planner Alan Garrett are scheduled to be deposed next. The case is scheduled for a March trial.

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License plate cameras approved

BY KRISTIN SWAIN SUN STAFF WRITER | kswain@amisun.com

HOLMES BEACH – In a 3 to 1 vote with Commissioner Kim Rash dissenting, commissioners approved two contracts Jan. 8 to have a five-camera license plate recognition system installed in the city. Commissioner Rick Hurst was absent.

The approval of the contracts, one with Vetted Security Solutions LLC for software and access to the system, and one with Vigilant Systems for the camera system and installation, comes after months of discussion.

The contract represents $105,240 for a five-year contract on the system. It does not include $40 per month per camera to connect the system via wireless internet service. In the second year of the contract the city will be responsible for approximately $4,000 in service fees

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With HBPD Chief Bill Tokajer absent, Mayor Judy Titsworth responds to commissioner questions on the city’s incoming license plate reader camera system. to Vetted Security Solutions with a 10 percent cap on future annual increases.

Once installed, the system will connect with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. While the cameras will monitor license plate num-

bers of vehicles being driven through different Holmes Beach intersections, it only sends alerts to officers if an open legal infraction is associated with the license plate, including an expired registration, stolen license plate,

suspended driver’s license or active warrant for the vehicle owner.

In the event of a crime occurring on Anna Maria Island, the system can be accessed by officers to see what vehicles were going

on and off the Island via Manatee Avenue or traveling north to Anna Maria or south to Bradenton Beach. Tokajer previously said that the access to the system by law enforcement officials will be limited to prevent misuse of the cameras.

With Tokajer absent from the meeting, Mayor Judy Titsworth answered some commission concerns about the system, including addressing Rash’s concern that a commission liaison is not appointed to the police department. Titsworth said it’s not common to have a liaison to a charter position and that she has no intention of appointing one to the HBPD at this time.

With the contracts approved, Titsworth can now sign off on the agreements on behalf of the city and installation on the camera system is expected in the coming weeks.

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NEWS BRIEFS Beach end bins get a bath Holmes Beach Commissioner Pat Morton said that after a conversation with Waste Pro representatives the disposal company is heading the effort to clean and maintain the bins placed at public beach accesses. Cleaning has already begun, but Morton asked residents to be patient, saying that it will take some time to get to all of the bins requiring cleaning. Residents noticing a beach access garbage bin in need

of cleaning are asked to contact the city’s public works department at 941-708-5833 to report the bin location.

Carter named League prez Anna Maria City Commissioner Carol Carter will serve as the president of the Manasota League of Cities for 2019. Holmes Beach Commissioner Jim Kihm will serve as the league’s vice president. Anna Maria Mayor Dan Murphy made this announcement during last week’s City Commission meeting.

He said this is important for the city of Anna Maria because Carter can

help guide the regional league’s legislative priorities for the 2019 state legislative session, which begins in March.

“It gives us another voice with the Florida Legislature,” Murphy said.

After the commission meeting, Carter said, “It’s a great opportunity to represent our city and the cities on the Island on key things like home rule – particularly with the vacation rentals – and the water quality issues that have reared their ugly head. That’s another issue we can take to Washington too.”

The Manasota League of Cities is part of the Florida League of Cities.

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OBITUARIES Steven McCrea Robertson Steven McCrea Robertson, 47, Bradenton, Fla., died after an acute illness on Jan. 9, 2019. Parents are Janie Schember Robertson, of Bradenton Beach, Fla., and Paul Corwin Robertson Jr., of Birmingham, Mich.

Steve was a 1989 graduate of Cranbrook Academy, Bloomfield Hills, Mich., and a graduate of Wayne State University, Detroit, Mich.

Steve’s interests and abilities were broad and varied: athletic in both team and individual sports; music and accomplished percussionist; photography; avid reader of classics, biographies, philosophy, economics, politics and history; a hiker, biker and camper; accomplished at propagating plumeria trees; good cook; crazy dancer; animal lover; seeker of wisdom through spirituality and study.

He loved kids, always interested in their activities and especially, their education. Uncle Stever was a favorite of many. He was most proud of his little brother of 11 years, Andrew O’Brien, of Bradenton, from the Big Brothers

Get rid of it Residents and businesses should get hazardous materials and electronic equipment ready to transport to the beach. The Manatee County Solid Waste Department will hold its annual Island Household Waste and eScrap Collection on Saturday, Jan. 26, at Coquina Beach from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It is free for residents, and businesses may be charged. Bring in old electronics such as

Big Sisters program. His own education was broad and diverse. He loved school and being a student. He never stopped learning.

His volunteer work included years on the city of Bradenton Beach Scenic WAVES committee, focusing on mass transit at the county level and dune protection projects.

His professional career ran the gamut from corporate at Volkswagon in Auburn Hills, Mich., U.S. Homes in Florida, researching chemical product regulations for world-wide fertilizer markets, establishing small businesses and start-up/managing a home health care company.

He leaves behind two brothers, P. Corwin Robertson, III, of Chicago and Mitchell M. Robertson, sister-in-law, Debbie Shumaker Robertson, of Bradenton, three nephews, one niece; and 15 cousins.

Interment will be in Grand Haven, Mich., and Franklin Mich.

R.I.P. Steve. May you reach your lifelong goal of achieving wisdom. Your precious soul is well-loved

Beverly Ann (Hexum) Schauss Beverly Ann (Hexum) Schauss was born Jan. 20, 1931 in Rochester, Minn., and passed on Dec. 20, 2018, surrounded by family in Bradenton, Fla. She was a 39-year resident of Holmes Beach and served on the Seaside Garcomputers and monitors, televisions, radios, phones and more. They also collect house paint and toxic or flammable chemicals. For more information, call 942-792-8811.

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dens Board.

She attended Cottey College in Nevada, Mo., from 1949-1951. She had a long career in nursing, earning her RN degree in May of 1982. She worked at Blake Memorial Hospital and Pinnacle Health, among others.

She is survived by her sons, Chuck (Kim) Schauss, of Otsego, Minn., and Scott (Lynda) Schauss, of Red Wing, Minn.; her grandchildren, Eric and Owen Schauss, of Red Wing, Minn., Tony (Jaimie) Samuelson, of Shakopee, Minn., Cassie (Mat) Zwiebel, of Richfield, Minn.; her great-grandson, Noah Zwiebel, of Richfield, Minn.; brother, Les (Barb) Hexum, of Deephaven, Minn.; sister, Linda (Nick) Vangelof, of St. Francis, Minn.; brother, Steve Schoolmeisters, of Bradenton; stepsister. Joan (Marty) Luhman, of Rochester, Minn., step–brothers John (Sue) Schoolmeisters, of Otsego, Minn., Jim (Marylin) Schoolmeisters, of Harris, Minn.

A celebration of life will be held at the residence of her good friend and neighbor, Sandy Haas-Martens, 464 63rd Street, Holmes Beach on Bev’s birthday – Jan. 20, 2019, from 2 to 5 p.m. Memorials in lieu of flowers are requested to be sent to the Bishop Animal Shelter, 5718 21st Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34209 to honor her lifelong love of animals.

Dolores Jenkins Socia passed away peacefully at home in Holmes Beach, Fla., on Jan. 3, 2019. Born in Mineral Wells, Texas on Sept.18, 1930, she was the daughter of the late George W. Jenkins and Willie Lea Jenkins.

Dolores was married to the late Edwin S. Crenshaw until he passed away in 1974. She is survived by her husband of over 40 years, Clarence J. Socia, of Holmes Beach, FL and four children; Linda L. Joseph (Mike), of Las Vegas, Nev., William E. Crenshaw (Denise), of Lakeland, Fla., Sammye D. Simpler (Ken), of Pensacola, Fla., and George L. Crenshaw (Marti), of Holmes Beach, Fla. She was loved by nine grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

The family is grateful for the many wonderful nurses and caregivers who attended to her needs over the years.

They cared for her like family and made sure she was able to make daily excursions and visit loved ones.

A private family service was held in Bradenton, Fla., on Jan. 5, 2019. Memorial donations may be made to the Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch, 2213 Ave B, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217.

Condolences may be given online at www.GriffithCline.com.

improve the overall quality of Sarasota Bay and its tributaries. To support these goals, funding is available from SBEP for local projects that focus on habitat restoration or bay-related environmental education and stewardship.

Businesses, non-profit organizations, schools, academic institutions, civic associations, religious organizations and neighborhood/homeowners’ associations located in Sarasota and Manatee counties with projects

that will benefit the Sarasota Bay watershed are eligible to receive funding. Contact Darcy Young, director of Planning and Communications by email at https://sarasotabay. org/about-sbep/staff/contact-us/ or 941-9558085 for more information. Applications are due on Friday, March 1.

Since 2003, SBEP has awarded over $300,000 in grants to support Bay-friendly projects conducted by 80 area organizations in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

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1/3, found property, 427 Pine Ave. A worker at Beach Bums found a wallet.

Efforts to contact the owner were negative, so employees are keeping it until the owner contacts them.

12/24, identity theft, 4100 block of Osprey Harbour Loop. The victim said an unknown person called her claiming to work for Apple, got information from her and used her credit card number.

12/28, domestic battery, 4400 block of 102nd Street West. A male was arrested after he pushed his girlfriend to the ground during an argument.

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12/26, drug violation, 1700 Gulf Drive South. The officer noticed a car parked after hours in Coquina Park. He saw a male and female inside and their personal items inside. He noticed drug paraphernalia inside also. He searched the vehicle and found drugs. He issued citations and took the drugs and paraphernalia for destruction.

12/29, criminal mischief, Gulf Drive Cafe, 900 Gulf Drive North. The passenger side front window to a rental car was broken. Nothing was missing from the interior.

1/1, disorderly conduct, 135 Bridge St. The suspect was arrested after yelling obscenities and threats at people on the street.

1/1, death investigation, 800 Gulf Drive South. A man committed suicide on the beach.

1/6, possession of a controlled substance, 700 block of Gulf Drive North. While being investigated for a possible warrant, the defendant gave the officer a false name. He verified the defendant was the man on the warrant and arrested him. While searching the defendant, the officers found a bottle of pills that were narcotics.

12/20, driving without a license and misdemeanor possession of marijuana, 600 Manatee Ave, The officer stopped the driver for inoperative license plate lights, and the driver said he did not have a driver’s license. While speaking with the driver and passenger, he detected an odor of marijuana and when he asked about it, the passenger produced a small amount. Both received citations, and the officer took the pot for processing.

12/21, DUI, East Bay at Gulf Drive. The officer detected inoperative license plate lights on the suspect’s vehicle and followed him, noticing he was driving erratically and dangerously. He turned on his lights and the suspect stopped.

He noticed signs of impairment on the driver and performed a field sobriety test. Based on the results of the suspect’s performance, he was arrested.

12/22, driving without a valid driver’s license, immigration warrant, 700 Manatee Ave. The officer ran a computer check on a driver and found he had no license. He stopped the driver who confirmed that. The computer report also said the suspect was here illegally from Mexico, and the Manatee County

Sheriff’s Office was called to assist in the suspect’s deportation.

12/23, battery on a person 65 or more, 2700 block of Avenue C. The officer responded to a family dispute with no apparent suspect or victim. He filled out a capias request form to have the state attorney’s office to investigate.

12/25, DUI, 4000 Gulf Drive. The officer stopped the driver for failure to stop at a four-way flashing red light intersection. Before he stopped, he travelled quickly to the east, tailgating the car in front of him. After he stopped, he displayed signs of intoxication, and the officer had him perform a field sobriety test. Based on his performance, he was arrested.

12/26, noise violation, 11 Palm Harbor Drive. The officer responded to a noise complaint and could hear the music from the road. When the house occupants saw the officer, they went inside and refused to answer the door. He observed eight vehicles parked in the driveway and yard. After 20 minutes of trying to get someone to answer, another person arrived who contacted somebody inside who answered the door. The owner of the residence, Scott Lebore, finally talked with the officer, but became belligerent and refused to talk anymore and went back inside. He decided to try later.

12/37, driving with a suspended license, warrant arrest, 500 Key Royale Drive. The officer ran a computer check on the vehicle and found the driver’s license was suspended and there was a warrant for her arrest. The officer arrested her and had her car towed.

12/29, DUI with accident, drugs, 5200 Gulf Drive. The suspect’s vehicle crashed

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small park areas to the side. Or the street could be left as is, even though Smith doesn’t think it’s truly functioning as a two-way street.

She also suggested two-car electric trams to transport people from the free public parking south of Bridge Street at Cortez Beach, and she supports giving all Bradenton Beach property owners their say at the work meeting.

PUBLIC INPUT

Rodocker agrees that public input is critical. She thinks Bridge Street is a great location that could be transformed into a “true destination” – one that would be more pedestrian-friendly if reduced to one lane or no lanes.

“I’ve always envisioned Bridge Street being something different than it is today and I think a lot of people have as well. What we have now, it’s just not right. We’re functioning, but it’s not what it can be and should be,” she said.

She also cautioned against rushing the process due to self-imposed timeframes.

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agrees with Rodocker and suggested the other Bridge Street business owners would too.

The marina is within walking distance of Bridge Street, but Bazzy said when he drives from the marina to the post office the street is often partially blocked by delivery trucks that he must swerve around, which he feels endangers pedestrians.

“Having two lanes there is probably not the best use,” he said.

CRA member and Anna Maria Oyster Bar president John Horne asked whether Smith needs to create story boards to illustrate the possible options. Smith said that’s not needed yet, but she’ll provide simple illustrations at the work meeting – either printed on paper or created on a chalkboard in real time.

Chappie stressed the need for discussion, decision making and moving forward with the CRA vision plan: “The money’s there. With the incremental tax dollars we collect, we have an obligation to use those dollars.”

Chappie said no decision-making will occur at the work meeting.

Later in the week, Chappie said he’s heard some initial resistance to any plan that increases traffic for residents on and around Bay Drive South.

into a palm tree in the median. It appeared the occupants were intoxicated and had been involved in a disturbance the officer had answered earlier. They were taken to the hospital and the driver was arrested for DUI. While checking the car, the officer found approximately 10 grams of marijuana and paraphernalia.

121/31, careless driving, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive. The officer was approached by a number of people saying the suspect was driving carelessly and almost had an accident. The officer caught up with her and noted signs of impairment. She received a summons, and her vehicle was towed.

1/2, DUI with vehicle damage, 2217 Gulf Drive N. The officer investigating an accident called for help in assessing the condition of the at-fault driver. He failed a field sobriety test and was arrested.

1/4, fleeing to elude, 4000 Gulf Drive. The officer chased the suspects after they failed to stop at the four-way red lights at the intersection. The chase ended at 34th Street when the driver stopped and ran. The three other occupants stayed in the car. All were juveniles including the driver, who was found near the Anna Maria Island Bridge.

He admitted post Miranda to driving he car and said he was scared because there was marijuana in the car and he only had a learner’s permit. He was arrested and taken to the juvenile justice center.

1/7, Possession of cocaine, 4000 Gulf Drive.

The officer stopped the defendant for speeding and during a search of the car found cocaine, which led to the defendant’s arrest.

Name the quilt contest returns The name the quilt contest is back for the 19th annual Tour of Homes quilt, created especially for the event by the Eyeland Needlers. The quilt is on display through the end of January at the Island Branch Library where members of the public can submit their idea for a quilt name.

The winner will be notified

by Feb. 3 and will receive 50 tickets for the quilt drawing taking place during the

Tour of Homes. All proceeds benefit The Center of Anna Maria Island. This year’s quilt is sponsored by Green Real Estate and was designed

by Joan Pettigrew.

The Eyeland Needlers are Judy Bennett, Dru Clody, Jane Coleman, K. K. Kotovsky, Mary Lewis, Debbie Magnin, Joan Pettigrew and Marcia Powers. The 2019 Tour quilt is dedicated to the memory of original quilter Anne Horne.

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Teens hit the gridiron:

ACE Hardware takes the easy win

BY MONICA SIMPSON SPECIAL TO THE SUN

For more than 10 years, nearly half of the 27 boys in the 14- to 17-year-old flag football league have been friends on and off the flag football field at the Island’s community center. Now some of those same players who first took to the field when they were four years old are driving themselves to the games.

New and newer players to the league were welcomed by the lifelong friends to play one of the most popular sports on the Island. ACE Hardware’s Bryce Gunter and Tyler Richards and Aaryn Scalone for Blue Lagoon secured their spots in The Center sports records in the first week of play after two weeks of rain postponements.

Thursday night the boys started another season at The Center. With many of the supportive parents still in the bleachers rooting for and cheering on players on both sides of the field, ACE Hardware coach Chuck McCracken watched his team play a fun game of flag football against Blue Lagoon, coached by Randy Langley.

Despite the final score of 40-12, both teams playing in the recreational league laughed and relaxed during the two halves of play, enjoying a little time away from the pressures of high school and life as a teenager.

Free of video games and cell phones and friends since preschool, Tyler Brewer and Tuna McCracken took the field for ACE Hardware. During the first set of downs, Blue Lagoon’s possession of the ball was cut short by an interception by McCracken.

The ACE Hardware interception was run back for a touchdown, giving the team a quick six-point lead.

Blue Lagoon took back the football after the failed point after by ACE. The team, lead by Rutger Langley, went three and out with a near interception.

He is joined on the team by his younger brother Roman Langley. The Langleys attended AME with many of the other boys in the league.

ACE Hardware’s Connor Ludwig, who joined the Island bunch in middle school, scored the next touchdown on a bomb

by Brewer. Ludwig’s consistent receptions have been his trademark in the league for years.

Once again unable to convert, Blue La-

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ACE Hardware's Travis Bates gained crucial yardage last Wednesday night before running into the path of Blue Lagoon's key athlete Chris Snyder. goon’s QB in the series felt the pressure of Brewer’s cousin Travis Bates. Bates forced Chris Snyder, who joined the league in elementary school, to scramble out of the pocket while waiting on an open receiver.

Three snaps of the ball is all it took for ACE Hardware to be on the march once again.

Blue Lagoon held its own preventing the ACE first down. Rutger Langley, as quarterback, hit league veteran Jeremiah Sculco for the Blue Lagoon touchdown.

Also missing the extra point, Blue Lagoon left the score at 12-6.

Ludwig’s next great catch, with two minutes on the scoreboard clock, was followed by a short touchdown pass to Brewer. A sliding reception by Ludwig in the end zone took the score to 19-6.

Coming back on the field after halftime, Blue Lagoon took the ball on offense only to be intercepted by ACE Hardware’s David Daigle. Daigle, who met McCracken and Brewer in kindergarten at Anna Maria Elementary School, ran the ball into the end zone after the interception with Snyder diving unsuccessfully for the flag pull.

The score stayed at 25-6 as the result of another failed point after.

A faulty Blue Lagoon snap and a pass

beyond the line of scrimmage led to the loss of the ball. The offensive possessions changed several times before ACE Hardware once again scored.

Daigle’s next catch of the game gained critical yards for his team. On the next snap, McCracken hit Morgan Horesh, who met his teammates in the third grade. Horesh ran the football the remaining length of the field for another ACE Hardware touchdown and extra point.

Instituting the no rush mercy rule on ACE Hardware for having more than a 21-point lead, with the score 32-6, Snyder made a beautiful run on the first snap in the possession for a touchdown, slipping through the hands of all of the ACE Hardware defenders.

The missed point after left the score 32-12.

Showing his ups, Ludwig snagged the high pass by McCracken, turning after the catch to run for another six points.

The extra point conversion increased the deficit to 28 points.

The final play of the game gave Snyder the ball with defenders purposefully at a standstill paving the way to end zone with the same love of playing on the community center’s field they did a decade ago.

SUN SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, JAN. 8 YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL EIGHT- TO 10-YEAR-OLD LEAGUE Beach Bums Planet Stone

(2-0-0) 33 (0-1-1) 7

Ugly Grouper Progressive Cabinetry

(0-1-1) 6 (1-0-1) 20

Slim's Place Bins Be Clean

(1-0-1) 29 (0-2-0) 18

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 9 YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL 11- TO 13-YEAR-OLD LEAGUE CABB Cleaning Grooms Automotive

Island Charms Beach House Real Estate

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL 14- TO 17-YEAR-OLD LEAGUE

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Island Fitness Cloud Pest Control

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Across 1 Green Angry Birds animals 5 Salon style 9 "Jabberwocky" opener 13 Les __-Unis 15 Eye layer 16 "For __ jolly ... " 17 Name on a two-liter bottle (and what's inside) 19 Double-crossers 20 Like microwavable meals 21 Valued caches 23 Independently owned suds producer (and the suds in question) 26 Parthenon goddess 29 "How cool!"

30 Length of most TV dramas 31 WWI battleship Graf __ 33 Kin by marriage 37 CIO partner 38 Where Starbucks began (and a product it popularized) 40 __ snail's pace 41 Note above A 43 Snoop (around) 44 Blockage 45 Slangy "It's cool" 47 Currently combusting 49 Pepperidge Farm treat (and its ideal companion) 53 Novelist Waugh 54 Scolds harshly 58 Jones with a locker 59 What's clued in parentheses for each of four answers, and found in corresponding sets of puzzle circles

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22 Deal with, as loose laces 24 "Almost there!"

Answers to 01-09-19 Crossword Puzzle.

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