Anna Maria Island Sun October 5, 2016

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October 5, 2016

Red tide relief is brief

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

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Moderate to high levels of red tide are predicted at least through Thursday in Manatee County waters, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

Red tide, an abnormally high concentration of the microscopic organism, Karenia brevis, has affected Anna Maria Island coastlines for more than two weeks, with the location of the heaviest bloom changing with variable winds and currents.

The algae is killing fish, causing respiratory problems and impacting the tourism industry; Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce President Debra Wing reports 50 percent cancellations, especially at beachfront resorts.

Beach cleanup continues to be problematic. Manatee County beach rake driver Mark Taylor said Saturday he thought he had the dead fish on the beach under control.

“Things are much more favorable,” he

Visitors at the Sandbar restaurant watch as a massive storm moves across the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday. Shifting winds were credited with blowing the red tide bloom back out into the Gulf over the weekend, but by Monday the noxious algae had returned.

see red tide, page 54

Bazzy settlement proposed City commissioners will vote on the proposed settlement during Thursday evening’s commission meeting.

BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

BRADENTON BEACH – A $15,000 settlement has been proposed to end the pier lease lawsuit that Bradenton Beach Marina owners Mike and Allan Bazzy filed last year against the city, the Anna Maria Oyster Bar (AMOB), Paradise Boat Tours and two additional subtenants.

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Bert Harris purchase contract submitted

BY JOE HENDRICKS

The propose settlement agreement was discussed and negotiated during three recent non-public shade meetings conducted by attorney Fred Moore, who, as the city’s legal representative, then exchanged offers and counteroffers with the Bazzys’ attorney, Nelon Kirkland.

The Bazzys signed the settlement agreement on Tuesday, Sept. 20. The agreement now requires final commission approval and the signature of Mayor Bill Shearon in order to be official. see bazzy, page 57

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SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA – On Friday, Sept. 30, the city of Anna Maria presented the law firm representing 117 Willow LLC with a contract to purchase a vacation rental property located at 117 Willow Ave. The 12-page contract calls for the city to pay $1,212,925 for the four-bedroom, 3.5 bath, two-story single family residence in order to resolve a Bert Harris claim filed in May on behalf of the property owners.

Attorney Louis Najmy is listed as the LLC’s registered agent and Joe Varner and Shawn Kaleta are listed as authorized persons. The appraisal package

submitted with the Bert Harris claim lists AMI Vacations as the property’s group finance entity.

Anna Maria Mayor Dan Murphy discussed the sales contract late Friday afternoon, after it had been transmitted to the property owners’ attorney at the Najmy Thompson law firm.

“We have sent a contract to Mr. Kaleta’s attorney that’s got a seven-day deadline for signature. The sale is subject to inspection of the property and the city obtaining financing, with a closing date of 65 days from acceptance,” Murphy said.

“We have 15 days to inspect the propsee bert harris, page 56

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Resident questions budget figures City treasurer explains differences in budget figures.

BY PAT COPELAND SUN STAFF WRITER | pcopeland@amisun.com

HOLMES BEACH – City commissioners approved the 2.25 millage rate and $12 million budget at the final budget public hearing on Sept. 27 after receiving a lone complaint from resident Jim Kihm, which was read into the record in Kihm’s absence.

“First, I do not understand why the proposed budget is being compared against the current year’s budget and not actual forecasted expenditures for the year,” Kihm said. “This approach results in a distorted view of the city’s financial position and needs for the coming year.

“If you check the year-to-date figures through the month of August, you will find that revenue is almost $600k less than what was budgeted in just five line items. Yet the budget figures used to set next year’s budget assumes that all of this money will be collected during the month of September.”

Kihm then provided figures for YTD (year to date), budget, variance and variance percentage for franchise fee/

electric, communications service tax, half-cent sales tax, Swiftmud drainage and private grant proceeds showing a variance of $593,502.64.

However, City Treasurer Lori Hill pointed out, “These amounts are through Aug. 31, 2016, financials, which is revenue inclusive through June and expenses through July with some August inclusions. We will have two more months of expenses that will need to be funded from FY15/16 budget.”

She also gave figures for those expenses for each example Kihm cited.

Department spending

In addition, Kihm said, “Spending year-to-date through the end of August is below budget in the amount of almost $1.5 million. Again, the budget figures used to set next year’s budget assumes that all of this money will be spent during the month of September.

I find this totally unrealistic.”

He then provided figures for YTD, budget, variance and variance percentage for all of the city’s departments, plus the five-cent gas tax and stormwater utility fund showing a variance of $1,468,862.77.

Hill then explained the differences in those figures:

• Mayor and commission funds are to be reallocated at the Sept. 27 meeting to finance additional stormwater drainage improvements, which are over budget.

• Administrative costs through August still have two more months of legal expanse and a new phone system.

• The Police Department will not spend all its funding this year due to a reduction in the pension plan contribution and the change in health care in July 2016.There also are two months of costs and the RMS system to pay for.

• The Building Department will have a variance because FY15/16 was its first year as an individual department.

Some internal costs were estimated higher that actual and adjustments have been made for FY16/17.

• Code Enforcement has two months of additional bills and a part-time employee was made full time.

• The Public Works Department will now spend its entire budget, but there are significant additional expenses. For example, the Grassy Point boardwalk for $87,000 has not been invoiced.

• A paving invoice for approximately $80,000 has not been received yet.

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Holmes Beach sets legislative priorities At the urging of Holmes Beach Vice Chair Jean Peelen, city commissioners adopted three legislative priorities taken from a list of legislative priorities submitted by the ManaSota League of Cities for 2017. The city’s priorities are: • Relocation of utilities – Oppose legislation that mandates local governments bear the cost of relocating utility equipment when it is located in a public utility easement; • Vacation rentals – Support legislation that repeals the state preemption of the regulation of vacation rentals and permits grandfathered local governments to modify existing short-term vacation rental regulations.

• Tourist development tax – To support efforts to change the state statute that governs how tourist development taxes can be used.

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Vacation rental advertising ordinance OKd Holmes Beach commissioners approved on first reading an ordinance regarding illegal advertising of vacation rentals. The ordnance states that all advertising shall state the maximum occupancy limit of the vacation rental unit and the maximum parking, and advertisements that do not contain this information or that contain inaccurate information are a violation of the ordinance.

Penalties are as follows: First violation, $0; second violation, $250; third violation, $500; irreversible violation, $2,500 and per violation after a third violations, $5,000.

City Attorney Patricia Petruff said the first violation was set at $0 “to give everybody a first strike.”

Attorney clarifies definition of rental After questions arose about whether the vacation rental ordinance applies to the A-1 zoning district, City Attorney Patricia Petruff clarified the issue.

“It is my opinion that if any rental units in the A-1 district meet the definition of a vacation rental unit, then the ordinance applies to those units. A hotel/ motel, which is licensed by the state of Florida, is not a vacation rental unit.

“A vacation rental unit is a type of public lodging establishment. A vacation rental certificate is required for a vacation rental unit regardless of the underlying zoning category.”

In the vacation rental ordinance, a public lodging establishment defined as one “which is rented to guests more than three times a calendar year for periods of less than 30 days or one calendar month, whichever is less, or which is advertised or held out to the public as a place regularly rented to guests.”

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Gloria Dei rezone gets a no, then a yes

The church’s attorney said church officials should be allowed a public hearing to make their case.

BY PAT COPELAND SUN STAFF WRITER | pcopeland@amisun.com

HOLMES BEACH – After opposing a motion that would allow Gloria Dei Lutheran Church to rezone part of its property from PSP (public/semi public) to R-2 (medium density), city commissioners reversed their vote upon hearing from two attorneys.

When the church’s attorney Scott Rudacille said he was “shocked” that they would turn down the motion without having a public hearing, City Attorney Patricia Petruff advised them to reconsider the motion.

The motion was regarding Ordinance 16-17 to amend the city’s comprehensive plan to change the

I’m shocked that you turned this down without hearing from the church.”

Scott Rudacille Attorney future land use designation of a portion of the church’s property.

A second, Ordinance 16-18, would allow a rezone of part of its property from PSP to R-2.

Church officials sought the rezone after members learned of major financial issues and determined that the only way to save the church was to rezone a portion of the property and sell it off.

Prior to the motion, City Planner Bill Brisson said both medium density, or R-2, which would allow duplexes, and low density, or R-1, which is single-family residential, would be consistent with the comprehensive

plan and read a list of advantages and disadvantages of each.

“My conclusion as a planner is that to designate it as medium density residential is consistent with the comp plan,” Brisson concluded.

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“I feel increasing the residential zoning would help save the church,” Chair Judy Titsworth said, because it would increase the number of residents, but Brisson said there is no data to support that statement. see gloria dei, page 10

Commission reviews Gloria Dei site plan The parking plan calls for grass parking, which would require an ordinance to legalize.

BY PAT COPELAND SUN STAFF WRITER | pcopeland@amisun.com

Commission approves ordinances Holmes Beach commissioners approved the following ordinances on second reading: • Establishing a moratorium on new franchise, or formula, businesses for eight months beginning June 14; • Increasing the mayor’s salary to $2,000 per month; They approved the following ordinances on first reading: • Establishing public urination and defecation as an offense with a $75 fine; • Increasing the fine for parking violations from $35 to $50 and designating all city rights of way intersecting Gulf beaches as emergency access points where parking is prohibited.

Correction Judy Rupp is president of the Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island. An article in The Sun’s Sept. 28 edition listed her as president of a different service organization.

HOLMES BEACH – Commissioners reviewed a site plan for Gloria Dei Lutheran Church parking, should its application for a rezone be approved, and gave the nod to allow grass parking.

City Planner Bill Brisson told the board that the Florida Building Code calls for a parking space for every 18 inches of pew. He said this would require the church to have 83 parking spaces, which is what its site plan shows.

He said 63, or 76 percent, of the parking spaces are shown as unimproved grass parking, but the city does not have a provision for grass parking.

“It is fairly common for communities to allow grass parking for intermittent uses,” he said. “These uses, such as churches, traditionally require full parking capacity only one or two days a week.

“As a result, a percentage of the

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City Planner Bill Brisson recommended that the city allow parking on the grass at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. required parking for these uses can be in the form of grass parking” and added that if the commission wishes to allow it, the code would have to be amended.

Building Official Jim McGuinness recommended allowing grass parking for intermittent uses and pointed out that it also reduces the impervious surface.

Chair Judy Titsworth asked about stormwater runoff, and Mc-

Guinness said the church would have to retain it on their land and have an engineered drainage plan.

Brisson also recommended that the parking spaces be 20 feet long and 10.4 feet wide and said the church has provided a landscape plan. He said he believes the site plan is appropriate and that commissioners should allow grass parking.

Commissioners instructed Petruff to draft an ordinance to do so.

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Fire district open house at Station 1 There will be a station dedication ceremony as well as displays and events for the public.

BY PAT COPELAND SUN STAFF WRITER | pcopeland@amisun.com

BRADENTON – West Manatee Fire Rescue personal invite the public to attend an open house for Fire Station 1, 407 67th St. W., Bradenton, on Saturday, Oct. 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

At 10:15, there will be a dedication ceremony to name the station for Robert “Bob” Kline, the first full-time firefighter hired at Westside Fire and Rescue District in 1962 (Westside and Anna Maria merged in 200 to become West Manatee).

Kline’s career spanned 30 years, and he served as a firefighter, lieutenant, captain, assistant chief and fire marshal, in various positions of leadership in the county and as president of Manatee County Fireman’s Mutual Aid Association.

The ceremony will begin with the American Legion Honor Guard presentation. Following that will be speakers including WMFR Commission Chair Randy Cooper and others. Kline’s wife will then unveil the plaque dedicat-

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A wall inside Station 1 displays photos of Robert “Bob” Kline. The plaque honoring Kline will be unveiled at the ceremony. Right, the bunker gear room in the new station houses firefighters’ gear. ing the station, and fire personnel will uncouple a fire hose, the fire service’s version of a ribbon cutting.

Events for the public

The ceremony will be followed by a host of events and displays for the public including: • Tours of the station that include a look at the office that will be the hub of activity during a hurricane evacuation; bunk rooms, the dayroom, the kitchen,

the weight room and the gear room.

• A display of Marine 7, WMFR’s new fire rescue boat, with a Marine Specialty Team member on hand to inform the public about the new apparatus and answer any questions; • A display of Engine 111, Ladder 129 and Medic 4 with crew members on hand giving tours and answering any questions; see fire DISTRICT, page 21

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EDITORIAL Nobody wins

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s it better to fight or walk away?

That’s a decision Bradenton Beach Commissioners will make Thursday night when asked to approve a previously and privately discussed $15,000 settlement payment to resolve the pier lease lawsuit filed by Bradenton Beach Marina owners Al and Mike Bazzy.

Fred Moore, the city’s attorney in this case, has presented the commission with two imperfect choices: Let a circuit court judge decide whether city officials committed Sunshine Law violations when they met privately with the commission’s chosen pier tenant before the final lease terms were approved; or approve the proposed settlement, pay up and move on.

Moore has stated his belief that the city has a strong defense of the Sunshine allegations and a good chance of winning in court. He has also informed the commission that the Bazzys would likely appeal a ruling in favor of the city, which would lead to additional attorney bills, on top of the $38,000 or so the city has already spent.

Although nothing is certain, the commission is expected to approve the settlement rather than subject the city to more attorney fees. If so, this serves as a classic case of nobody wins.

The settlement money will be used to cover or recoup the legal expenses the Bazzys have incurred, but the lease rights to the two small city-owned pier structures the Bazzys once coveted will not be put back out for bid. The tour boat terminal will remain a tour boat terminal and that space will not be used as an anchor master’s office for a managed mooring field, as the Bazzy’s requested in a previous ill-fated settlement proposal.

The city taxpayers will have funded a costly legal folly that could have been prevented had all lease discussions taken place in the public eye with full transparency. In settling, the city will admit no wrongdoing. But let this be an expensive lesson to city officials when engaging in future negotiations.

The political foes of the former mayor and the current city attorney will not get their pound of flesh in the form of a guilty ruling; and the foes of those who filed the lawsuit will not experience the joy of judicial vindication. Instead, we are left with the same sense of ambivalence one feels at the end of an uneventful, rain-soaked football game that ends in a 3-3 tie.

Upon further review, there are some winners in this case: the pier tenants who will no longer be subjected to the stress and uncertainty of not knowing if they will be continued to operate in their chosen locations; and the attorneys who earned large sums of money for serving as referees in another city squabble that could have been avoided.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Paving paradise?

Do we have a master plan for our Island? Do we have guidelines to help us maintain the 1960s charm that Anna Maria Island is known for? While Longboat Key has guidelines that work, we have allowed one developer to change our family-friendly quaint streets into lodging districts for oversized groups. This has raised our property taxes and chased a great number of the locals off the Island. He is now ruining the quiet ‘Avenues’ in north Bradenton Beach. Is this part of “The Plan for AMI’s future?”

Now Commissioners are discussing a push to acquire a popular ice cream store in order to level it and put up a large parking structure.

I was a high school sophomore when Joni Mitchell’s lyrics became popular. Perhaps those deciding the direction of our future should remember them: “Don’t it always seem to go That you don’t know what you’ve got ‘til it’s gone They paved paradise And put up a parking lot…”

Steve Schewe Bradenton Beach

project following the events of 9/11 when the Club presented a Peace Pole to the school and it has been an annual event since then. We thank the school administration, faculty, staff, and most importantly the students for their commitment and creativity promoting Peace. Students at each grade level participated by making posters, writing essays, and singing songs about what Peace Looks Like. The Manatee High School Drum Line did a great job welcoming the crowd. Some community neighbors came to school because they heard the drums and wanted to be a part of the celebration.

The Rotary Club partners with the school on several projects, The Character Book Program, Rotary Dolphin Reader, the 4 Way Test Essay Contest and the Service Above Self Award, each year. The Club also supports literacy with donations to the school library to purchase new books.

We feel fortunate to be able to work with the school and students, they are What Peace Looks Like to us!

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Peace Day at AME

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The Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island was again the proud sponsor of Peace Day at Anna Maria Elementary. Rotary initiated this

I would like to invite award winning editorial cartoonist Steve Borggren to join us in our ministry at Gloria Dei. We welcome his par-

Take The Sun Survey on Page 7. ticipation, as we welcome all people to our congregation worshipping more than 50 years in Holmes Beach. As AMI demographics have changed reducing the number of residents and families who join and financially support the church, members have searched for opportunities to grow and keep the congregation afloat. Additionally, issues such as wind insurance and building maintenance have increased expenses immensely. In the midst of these challenges, Gloria Dei has expanded its social ministry locally. Building and funding homes with Habitat for Humanity, helping families at Thanksgiving and Christmas, working at Our Daily Bread, participating in the furnishing of a safe house for Selah Freedom, and renovating Manatee Public Schools Pre-School Evaluation Center waiting area are just a few of the projects undertaken by a congregation consisting of 120 members. More than $60,000 in donations and hours of volunteer labor have been used locally to benefit residents in Manatee County.

I believe Mr. Borggren will find as he joins us that his editorial opinion expressing fears that Jesus would not be welcome are unfounded. And offensive.

RuthAnn Jacobson Bradenton

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on the agenda

PREVIOUS QUESTION: What do you think of Anna Maria's plan to purchase rental homes involved in Bert Harris litigation?

Anna Maria

Holmes Beach

10/11: Planning and Zoning Board, 4 p.m.

10/13: City Commission special meeting, 6 p.m.

For information, call 7086130.

10/5: Parks and Beautification Advisory Board, 10 a.m.

10/5: Planning Commission, 7 p.m.

10/11: City Commission meeting followed by work session, 6 p.m.

10/13: Neighborhood Watch meeting, 6 p.m.

For information, call 7085800.

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I am concerned that the estimated $20 million for buying the homes will bankrupt the city.

I like the idea of purchasing them, financing those purchases, then reselling them for families to live in permanently.

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Bradenton Beach 107 Gulf Drive N.

10/6: City Commission meting, 6 p.m.

10/11: Community Redevelopment Agency workshop, 9:30 a.m.

10/11: City Commission workshop, 1 p.m.

10/13: Department head meeting, 1 p.m.

For information, call 7781005.

5801 Marina Drive.

Island-wide

10/5: Community meeting on Manatee County’s proposed half cent sales tax, Manatee County Utilities building, 4401 66th St. W., Bradenton.

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THIS WEEK’S SURVEY What do you think of the proposals to build a multi-level parking garage in Bradenton Beach?

• It's a good idea. More parking space is desperately needed, especially on Bridge Street.

• I don't like it. A parking garage would be completely out of character with the city.

• It would depend on where they build it. If they put it at Coquina Beach, for example, I could support the plan.

To vote, go to www.amisun.com or scan this code to vote by smartphone.

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Roser-Robics chair-based exercise class, Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, 9:30 a.m. Bring two cans of fruit of equal size and weight.

Gulf Coast Writers group, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 12:45 p.m.

Thursday Oct. 6

Boomer Boot camp, Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, 10 to 11 a.m. One class, $15; five classes, $65; 10 classes, $100.

Knitting/crochet group, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 2 p.m.

Jam in the sand, Manatee Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, 5 to 8 p.m.

Friday Oct. 7

Publishers Mike Field Maggie Field Editor/CEO Mike Field Layout Ricardo Fonseca Reporters Pat Copeland Cindy Lane

Tom Vaught Joe Hendricks

Ad assistant Chris Boniberger

Accounting John Reitz

Columnists Louise Bolger

Classified ads Bob Alexander

Outdoors editor Rusty Chinnis

Graphics Elaine Stroili Ricardo Fonseca

Distribution Bob Alexander Keith Isner Tony McNulty

Ad director Chantelle Lewin

Web/Social media Jocelyn V. Greene Cindy Lane

Contributors Steve Borggren Monica Simpson

Forty Carrots program for babies and children to age 5, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Dr., Holmes Beach, 10 a.m.

Bridge beginners/refresher class, Aging in Paradise Resource Center, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Dr., 2nd Floor, Longboat Key, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., $10 includes coffee and cookies. RSVP to maryannbrady@aginginparadise.org. or call 941-383-6493.

Roser-Robics chair-based exercise class, Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, 11 a.m. Bring two cans of fruit of equal size and weight.

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

Saturday Oct. 8

Paddle Neal Preserve, Neal Preserve, Manatee Avenue east of Anna Maria Island Bridge, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Reserve to 941-742-5757, ext. 7.

Origami class, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 10 a.m.

Star Wars Reads and Lego club, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Dr., Holmes Beach, 2 p.m.

Music on the porch, Florida Maritime Museum, Cortez Road and 119th St. W., Cortez, 2 to 5 p.m.

Sun spotting through a Hydrogen Alpha solar telescope, Robinson Preserve, 99th Street Northwest and 17th Avenue Northwest, Bradenton, 2 to 4 p.m. Call 941-748-4501, ext. 6039, for information.

Starry night telescope exploration, Perico Preserve, north side of Palma Sola Causeway, east of Harbour Isle development, 8 to 9:30 p.m. Reserve to 941-7484501, ext. 6039.

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Commissioner: Hey retailers! Open up your wallets for The Center He suggested retail customers might want to contribute a percentage of their bills to The Center.

BY PAT COPELAND SUN STAFF WRITER | pcopeland@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA – Commissioner Dale Woodland presented an idea to board members to boost The Center’s revenue with voluntary contributions from patrons of local businesses.

“I’m looking at the existence and solvency of the community center he said. “One of the other reasons is the time the board and staff spend on fundraising when we all know there’s a lot of other functions they could be working on.

“You’ve seen the change in demographics. It’s obvious a lot of support in the past has come from residents. That’s kind of a dying breed now. That’s part of the problem and part of the idea.”

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involves taking advantage of retail operations and businesses on the Island. It is voluntary, and if businesses elect to participate, a customer may make a contribution of 1 percent of their bill, whether it’s a bar bill, restaurant bill, grocery bill, etc.

He said his idea is “fluid” and they could tailor it to suit their needs. He pointed out that Publix cashiers ask customers to contribute to various causes.

“We can flesh out the idea and define it and decide whether to move forward,” Chair Bill Shuman said.

Financial report

Treasurer Jim Froeschle reported that August “was another slow month, the unfortunate reality is with the seasonality of the revenue.

July and August are building the programs and getting people in, but money flow comes later.

“We had a net loss of $35,000 for the month, which turns the

We can flesh out the idea and define it and decide whether to move forward.”

Bill Shuman Center board chairman

two-month year to date figure into a negative $16,500. The $44,000 from the Giving Challenge won’t come in until November.”

He said that participation levels are up and sign ups are doing well and added, “It’s not an issue

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Center board discusses changing community’s perception Bob Carter presented a plan to focus on fundraising and rebuilding trust in the community.

BY PAT COPELAND SUN STAFF WRITER | pcopeland@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA – Board members of The Center of Anna Maria Island last week discussed a development plan presented by fundraising expert Bob Carter.

According to Carter’s report, “The preliminary results of the interviews and web survey indicate a disconnect between the (strategic) plan that was drafted more than a year ago and how the community currently views the organization as compared to the values and objectives presented in the plan.”

Carter offered a list of criteria for a successful philanthropy plan as well as recommendations beginning with a review and revision of the plan.

“We need to revisit our strategic plan,” Executive Director Kristen Lessig pointed out. “We want to all be familiar with where we’re headed and where we want to be so that our messaging is consistent.”

She said there is a negative perception in the community, and “it isn’t who

we are. Some people still think people are on the board that are no longer associated with the Center.

“How can we get this message out about who we are now? We want to tell our story in a different and positive way, to communicate it in a way that excites the community.”

“We need a working strategic plan, but we also need something simple to reach the community stated in a way that explains what we’re really trying to do,” treasurer Jim Froeschle agreed.

Board member Sam Pakbaz said since he became involved in the Center, he is learning about “all the misconceptions that are out there” and that many people are uniformed or misinformed about The Center.

“I would have been flabbergasted to learn that 200 kids use this space and how many people are involved,” he said. “Unless you have kids, you do not appreciate how important this is, and you just don’t know about it.”

Lessig said key points are “trust in the leadership, which is disheartening because I know we’ve all worked hard to keep this center open” and increasing their credibility in the community.

She suggested that board members

invite people for tours ‘so they can see what is actually happening.”

Director’s report

Lessig reported that: • The Center received $44,000 from the recent Giving Challenge.

• Epicurious is offering food in the Center’s café for sports youth and adults on Monday through Thursday nights, while the Traveling Gourmet continues to offer food in the daytime.

• The teen program is evolving and community service will become a focus.

• The Center is exploring a partnership with St. Stephen’s Schools.

• The Beyond the Classroom after school program has increased from 18 to approximately 40 kids per day.

• The Center hopes to work with Home Sweet Home on attracting new homeowners.

Center hosts Meet the Candidates night The Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria, will host a Meet the Candidates event as part of its Soiree and Shiraz program on Friday, Oct. 14, from 6 to 8 p.m. There will be light refreshments and beer and wine.

Candidates will be given five minutes to present their viewpoints. An overview of the information presented in the League of Women’s Voters Guide has been recommended.

There will be time at the end of the presentations for candidates to mingle with the crowd and answer questions.

There will be no formal Q&A during the presentations.

Confirmed to attend are Manatee County Commission District 3 candidates David Zaccagnino and Matt Bower; Manatee County School Board District 3 candidates Dave “Watchdog” Miner and Misty Servia; Anna Maria City Commission candidate Brian Seymour; and Bradenton Beach City Commission candidates John Chappie and William Vincent.

The Center’s Soiree program began two years ago with the volunteer effort of Sissy Quinn, of Anna Maria Island Preservation Trust. The Center will continue to offer stimulating presentations for adults and seniors through this program.

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of lack of interest; the issue is seasonality.

With a $1.2 million business that is hugely seasonal, you’d better have a couple hundred thousand dollars in cash reserves.

“That’s not to cover losses; it’s to cover timing. Once we build those up into a healthy amount, we have a chance to manage the programs, not manage our bank account.”

Froeschle also pointed out that the rental program – offering fitness memberships to participating rental agencies for use by their renters – was built into the 2016-17 budget plan for $75,000, but he said it is “drifting because everyone wants to do it a different way.”

He suggested that one board member oversee the program and find a solution.

He suggested Sam Pakbaz.

Pakbaz accepted and said, “I would like to broaden he mandate and think about what Dale said” and added that he would like to include restaurants, corporate memberships and the like.

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GLORIA DEI: First a no, then a yes FROM PAGE 4

Titsworth then said if the whole property were to be considered, R-1 would be more appropriate, and Brisson agreed.

Petruff then advised commissioners to “hold their comments until we hear from the applicant and the public,” however, Rudacille said he did not have a presentation because neither ordinance was advertised as a public hearing.

Neighbor Walter Post said he is opposed to the rezone because of concerns about flooding and traffic worsening with the addition of multifamily units.

“It’s difficult for me to imagine changing a zone to allowing for more density than we already have,” Commissioner Jean Peelen said. “I believe it would be compatible with R-1. I look at the city as a whole, not just what’s next door.”

“You can approve it as it is, not pass the first reading, or provide direction to the staff with respect to your concept of what would be more appropriate,” Petruff advised.

Commissioner Carol Soustek said she’s not sure a rezone would help the church, and it may have to sell

I'm shocked that you turned this down without hearing from the church. It violates the church's due process rights."

Scott Rudacille Gloria Dei attorney the rest of the property shortly, but Commissioner Pat Morton said they couldn’t speculate on what could happen in the future.

Voting no, then yes

Commissioners then voted not to approve Ordinance 16-17, prompting Rudacille to object.

“Once you file the application and pay the fee, you should be entitled to a public hearing,” he said. “I’m shocked that you turned this down

without hearing from the church.

It violates the church’s due process rights. I ask you to reconsider.”

Petruff advised them that in order to avoid possible litigation, they could approve a motion to reconsider the vote, approve the first reading and hold to a pubic hearing at their next meeting.

Commissioners did so, and then moved to approve Ordinance 16-18.

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Merchants have new president The Sunday Market on Bridge Street has been discontinued and will not take place this year.

BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

BRADENTON BEACH – Island Time and Bridge Street Bistro coowner and managing partner Bill Herlihy has agreed to serve as the new president of the Bridge Street Merchants Association.

In a statement provided by Jack Clarke, the association’s new executive director, Herlihy said, “I am honored to accept the position as president of the Bridge Herlihy Street Merchants Association. My predecessor Angela Rodocker did an outstanding job and I aspire to continue to accomplish all of the goals set forth by our board of directors. Bridge Street and Bradenton Beach have seen so many positive things happen recently to our community and businesses and I am confident that we will be able to keep moving in a

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Popular with the shoppers of all ages, the seasonal Sunday Market on Bridge Street will not take place this year. favorable direction that will promote Bridge Street and our mission statement.”

When she announced her resignation in August, Rodocker issued a statement to the board members that said, “After being your president of the Merchant Association for over two years, I am stepping down from this position as of September 1st. I have greatly enjoyed

being a part of everything that we have done and created for the street; and although I will not be on the board at this time, I will remain the committee chair for Christmas on Bridge Street. At the same time, I would like to welcome Jack Clarke as the Bridge Street Merchants’ first executive director.”

In regard to the seasonal Sunday Market, Rodocker, while still serv-

ing as president, issued an e-mail to the board members and merchants that said, “The board has agreed to discontinue the Sunday Market on Bridge Street. Although it had become known and successful to many, the cost to continue was going to outweigh the benefits given the fact that we were going to have to move it to the street with the impending building on the empty lot. It was also going to have a significant impact on the parking situation by closing a portion of the street. We will continue to keep our relationship with our loyal vendors and many have agreed to come back for our special events.”

Beyond providing seasonal sales space to local vendors and artists, the Sunday Market also featured food tastings, fund-raisers, live entertainment and other community events.

In addition to the annual Christmas on Bridge Street celebration, the merchants will continue to host the annual Blues, Brews and Barbecue festival that takes place each spring.

Visit the Bridge Street Merchants online at www.visitbridgestreet.com.

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Swordfish supports FELT On Wednesday, Sept. 28, Swordfish Grill General Manager Bob Slicker, left, was joined by Laura Bell, Sande Caplin, Heidi Johnston, Bill Evers, John Banyas and Feeding Empty Little Tummies (FELT) President Dick Moore in presenting the ceremonial check that represented the $23,198 raised during the FELT fundraiser that took place at the Swordfish Grill in Cortez on Tuesday, Sept. 13.

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Keep Florida Beautiful (KFB) leaders recently recognized Florida Rep. Jim Boyd, Dist. 71, for his work to ensure residents know about the three R’s – reduce, reuse, recycle. “We appreciate the support of state leaders like Rep. Boyd who know and understand the importance of litter prevention, recycling and environmental programs,� said Steve Lezman, KFB chair and senior director of Governmental Affairs for PepsiCo. “The programs and events in Manatee County have a significant purpose and effect on the community whether it is pertaining to marine debris and its effects on water quality; to keep medians, parks and other areas litter free; or how oil, chemicals and debris affect water quality and threaten wildlife," said Ingrid McClellan, executive director of Keep Manatee Beautiful.

"We are glad that Rep. Boyd supports programs that have not only generated more awareness in our community, but have also created a deeper sense of responsibility."

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Remodeled deck coming to Beach House The Beach House Restaurant in Bradenton Beach will remodel its Gulf front deck with two seaside pavilions designed for both dining and special event and wedding spaces.

“We are excited to be underway with this phase of our renovations,” said Chiles Restaurant Group Marketing Director Caryn Hodge in a press release. “During the renovation we will still offer outside seating right on the beach, along with our inside dining room and bar area.”

The project will launch with the construction of an overhead louvered awning system connecting the two pavilions, which can be closed or opened for shade or sun. The louvered system, which creates a year-round covered restaurant option, is the first step for the project.

Additional plans include a new outdoor covered bar equipped with a sunken lounge serving cocktails and providing a place to wait for a table. A new, uncovered seating area close to the beach will be designed for watching sunsets and listening

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While undergoing construction, the Beach House will remain open serving full, regular and feature menus during normal business hours, Sunday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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outside seating with 90 outside seats available offering full service Monday through Friday beginning at 4 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. The Beach House Happy Hour is Monday through Friday from noon to 6 p.m. at the bar. Visitors are advised to call ahead at 941-779-2222 with questions about seating or dining options.

Manatee County is accepting applications for one opening on the Tourist Development Council, which makes recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners on the expenditures of resort tax revenues.

The council is comprised of nine volunteer members who make recommendations on the effective operation of the projects set forth in the Tourist Development Plan and the uses for which tax revenues may be spent.

Eligible applicants include registered Manatee County voters who own or operate motels, hotels, RV parks or other tourist accommodations in Manatee County that are subject to the county's 5 percent resort tax.

Applications are due Monday, Oct. 10 and may be found online at www.mymanatee.org/advisory_boards The Tourist Development Council typically meets on the third Monday of every other month at 9 a.m. at various locations throughout Manatee County. The abbreviated term for this seat expires June 30, 2017 at which time the TDC member must re-apply to retain the seat.

For more information, call Monica Luff at the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau at (941) 729.9177, ext. 231 or e-mail her at Monica.Luff@ mymanatee.org.

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HOLMES BEACH – The city received two more Bert Harris cases on Thursday from attorneys Najamy/ Thompson involving properties at 113 36th St, owned by VM Seaside, LLC, and 309 65th St., owned by Christopher and Karen Norton.

According to the letter from attorney Aaron Thomas regarding

the property at 113 36th St., “The before condition of the subject property is a five-bedroom, twostory residence able to accommodate up to 16 guests as part of the authorized an approved shortterm rental use of this property and other within the city.

“The owner has a vested right to the use of this property for which it was built, approved and ultimately used. By the city of Holmes Beach’s passage on Sept. 9, 2015 of Ordinance 15-12, this property is now restricted to lower occupancy.”

Thompson is claiming the loss in fair market value of the property is $210,000.

Regarding the property at 309 65th St., Thomas states that the before condition of the property is a four-bedroom, two-story residence able to accommodate up to12 guests. He again cited Ordinance 15-12 and said it restricted the property to a lower occupancy.

Thompson is claiming the loss in fair market value of the property is $275,000.

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Officer uses tech to nab burglary suspect The suspect said he stole two TVs and pawned them because he was broke, getting evicted and hungry.

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HOLMES BEACH – Having a cell phone proved handy for Holmes Beach Sergeant Mike Pilato when he answered a call about a burglary on Sunday, Sept. 11. Officer Joel Pierce also answered the call. The dispatcher said Ernest Forrester was working on the yard at 304 Clark Drive when he saw Michael Paul Farmer, 40, use a key to go inside and take two wide-screen television sets. Farmer had previously done some handyman work for the owner, Marcus Mumm. Forrester told police the white male suspect got inside a black car with a black male driving and they left with the televisions.

Forrester said Mumm had found Farmer on Craig’s List. Forrester said he had Farmer’s cell phone

number. He said Farmer had texted him a few days earlier asking if he had any work for him.

Pilato called Farmer’s number and it went to voice mail so he left a message to call his cell phone and make arrangements to return the televisions.

Pilato talked with Mumm who knew where Farmer lived and gave Pilato directions. Pilato told Pierce to get an affidavit from Forrester.

As Pilato drove toward the residence, he called Mumm who directed him to Farmer’s home. As he passed the house, he saw a white car pull out of the driveway. It pulled up to a spot in Cortez Village and a computer check showed the vehicle did not belong to Farmer so he returned to Farmer’s house. He knocked on the door a few times and heard dogs barking, but nobody answered. He then returned to the scene of the crime where Pierce was observing the house in case Farmer returned.

Pilato got a text from Mumm who said Farmer had been texting him.

He told Mumm that he made a mis-

take, but he was hungry and about to get evicted. He offered to replace the televisions. As the two texted, Pilato called Farmer’s cell phone and Farmer answered. They made arrangements to meet at a convenience store on Cortez Road. Pilato arrested Farmer and placed him in handcuffs. There was a Manatee County Sheriff ’s Office deputy at the scene too.

After Farmer and Pilato got into the patrol car, Farmer waived his Miranda rights and said he had sold the televisions to a man identified later as James Dormevil through Letgo.com.

As they headed for Holmes Beach, Farmer’s phone started getting texts and after receiving permission from Farmer, Pilato read the texts and found out Farmer’s fiancé was telling Farmer she loved him.

Farmer filled out a statement of what he did.

At the station, they contacted Dormevil, who was the man driving the car during the burglary and the man who bought the televisions from Farmer. He was skeptical

about Pilato and refused to return the televisions. Finally, he said he would give them to the Bradenton police. As Farmer was transferred to a sheriff ’s deputy’s car to go to jail, Farmer’s phone rang and Pilato answered it. It was Dormevil who got angry and said he would not return the televisions. Pilato explained that Dormevil knew the sets were stolen and if he did not return them, he would be charged with dealing in stolen property, but he said he didn’t care and hung up. Pierce later called to say he had identified Dormevil, who had refused to give his last name.

Pierce found out he knew Dormevil’s wife and she promised to get him to return the televisions.

Mumm called later to say $200 worth of tools were missing from his shed and requested they “throw the book at” Farmer. After checking pawn data, the officers found that the missing tools were pawned.

Farmer remains in jail facing burglary charges. His bond is set at $5,000.

Dormevil was not charged.

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Candidates address traffic and parking Traffic and parking concerns pose ongoing challenges for Anna Maria’s elected officials.

BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA – During a recent candidates’ forum, Anna Maria Commission candidates Nancy Yetter, Chuck Webb and Brian Seymour addressed concerns related to traffic, congestion and parking.

Yetter said, “I think it goes back to the study the three cities did about a year ago. Their main recommendation was if you want to control traffic, control the parking.

I know we have to have a certain number of spots to qualify for the beach renourishment, but why give more than you need? That’s only encouraging more people to come.

If they don’t have a place to park they’re not going to be here and they’ll get the idea that maybe they need to go somewhere else.

“During that storm, when it said the city was closed, that was wonderful. Things like that can be done, but you have to address the parking issue first to be able to get a handle on controlling traffic,” she added.

Webb said, “You’ve got two sources of traffic: the surrounding communities and the vacation rentals.

My experience with the vacation rentals is each person staying there is bringing a car. If we limit that to something reasonable, that would take cars off the road.

Seymour “The surrounding communities are growing exponentially and all those folks out there are going to come here. About the only way to control that is to control the actual area to park in or charge Yetter for parking. The appetite for paid parking on the commission is practically non-existent, so I’m not going to fight that battle anymore, but we are talking about restricting parking.

Parking is one of the Webb more difficult issues to solve. The main thing is to lessen the number of parking spaces and limit the number of cars that can be at a vacation rental.”

Seeking office for the first time, Seymour said, “I agree that there are issues at times. I drive up and down the Island almost daily. There are times the traffic’s bad. It’s usually not all the way up into the city of Anna Maria. It usually starts at

If they don’t have a place to park they’re not going to be here and they’ll get the idea that maybe they need to go somewhere else.”

Nancy Yetter City Commissioner about 67th Street in Holmes Beach, to get on and off the Island.”

The Anna Maria General Store owner said, “I have eight longtime associates in my business. In the past, five of them used to live in the city and bike or walk to work. With the lack of annual rentals and housing, they all have moved to Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach. There are more employees going back and forth, up and down the Island. It’s not just the vacation rentals, it’s people coming from in town for the day, it’s people coming to the City Pier, it’s people that work out here and can’t afford to live within our city boundaries anymore; it’s all of us. It just seems to be worse during winter residency and the snowbird season.”

The former Washington D.C. area resident tried to put the Island’s traffic problems in perspective

when he said, “I come from what was traditionally the second worst traffic city in the country, so it’s hard for me to say that sitting in five minutes of traffic is really an overbearing burden.”

The candidates expressed unanimous opposition to the idea of parking garages becoming part of the city landscape.

“No way,” Yetter said.

“You’ve got to realize that a parking garage and paid parking lots start harming the character of the city. It’s no longer old Florida, it starts turning into Orlando,” Webb said.

“And there becomes liability issues and insurance issues and staffing, cleaning, maintenance and lighting,” Seymour added.

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Anna Maria candidates discuss flooding The candidates cited overbuilding and coverage as contributing factors to recent flooding.

BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA – The three candidates seeking two seats on the Anna Maria City Commission agree that flooding and drainage are the most crucial issues facing the city other than the vacation rental-related Bert Harris claims.

The candidates shared their opinions on flooding, drainage and stormwater infrastructure issues during a Sept. 20 candidates’ forum hosted by The Sun. Incumbent Commissioner Nancy Yetter said, “We have to get a handle on the flooding. I know we’ve started doing the drainage ditches; I hope that does give some relief to the residents.”

Yetter attributed recent increases in flooding to overbuilding.

“We need to address that,” she said, suggesting that the city develop some type of program that will make ground level houses and historical buildings conform to certain building codes and give owners an incentive to keep them ground level. On my street, there were two ground-levels with big lots that were taken down and four buildings were put up in their place. As a result of that, our street had flooding. We never had flooding.”

First-time candidate Brian Seymour said, “The mayor and commission have started working on flood control paving and drainage. I think

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Vertical infiltration trenches like the one recently installed along Gulf Drive are designed to improve drainage and reduce flooding. there needs to be more done in an expedited manner. I think we have to bring our experts in and (City Engineer) Lynn Burnett has been invited to explain the steps that have been taken and if that’s the right way to move forward.”

He also said, “I don’t know if you’re ever going to completely eliminate it.”

In regard to Tropical Storm Hermine, the AMI General Store owner said, “Where my business is, and where I live, there’s permeable surface all the way around designed and built to retain water on the property. There was an excessive amount of water and it took days to go away. That’s not helpful in a situation where you have a ground level home facing water being pushed in by cars driving by too fast. Fern (Street), up on the north end, is like a bowl. I think we need maybe more than one option put in front of us to say what’s the plan for the future?”

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Last month, Palm Avenue was barricaded due to street flooding associated with Tropical Storm Hermine.

Webb said, “This rain event wasn’t nearly the worst one I’ve seen, but we suddenly have all this flooding.

We have been doing a stormwater system designed we thought to control everything, but something has changed. The amount of lot coverage we allow is causing it and people are also covering their lots in an unpermitted manner.”

Webb mentioned the prevalent use of shells to cover yards that later become compacted and less permeable, which reduces drainage and forces water onto neighboring properties.

“We’ve got to take a look at that, continuing to modify our ordinances to protect the neighbors,” he said.

In regard to drainage elements installed during construction, he said, “Anecdotal evidence shows that may not be working. The rule is if you do something on your property, you can’t negatively impact the water flow so that it floods your neighbors’ property. You have to contain it on your property. With the new houses, it’s apparently not being contained on the property. We need to take a look at what to do to make sure the water stays on that property.”

He also acknowledged the reality of living on a low-lying Island that drains into the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay. “It’s limited what we can do. We’ve really got to rely on our experts,” he said.

Yetter said, “I agree with Chuck.

I don’t think we’ll ever completely solve the problem, due to the fact that we’re basically at sea level.

However, I think it would be wise if we received information from more than one source on possible solutions. Get as much information as you can and then attack the problem.”

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Dock variance in place A neighboring property owner had praise for the special master and the variance approval process.

BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

BRADENTON BEACH – The City Commission has unanimously approved an amended variance request that will allow for the construction of at least one residential dock at 2107 Ave. A. The commission supported the recommendation provided by the city’s contracted special master, attorney William Robinson, who conducted variance hearings in May and August.

The commission approval granted in September marked the first time the commission has rendered a variance ruling since city voters amended the city charter last fall. The charter now requires four-fifths supra-majority commission support in order for a variance request to be granted. Prior to the charter amendment, the special master provided the final ruling.

Realtor Mike Norman represented property owners Richard Wagener Jr and the Richard Wagener Trust throughout the variance request process that pertained to two adjacent vacant lots that front a U-shaped canal near the corner of Avenue A and 21st Place North.

The original variance request presented in May sought setback relief on both sides of the shared property line in hopes of building a connected dock that provided 20 feet of dock space in front of each lot.

The amended variance request approved last week grants the property owners relief from the 10-foot side yard setback requirement at the western edge of lot 30, which will allow for

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A commission-approved variance request will allow for the construction of a dock on the eastern lot, but may or may not allow for the construction of a shorter dock on the western lot closest to Avenue A. the construction of dock five feet wide and at least 20 feet long.

The special master and the commission denied a similar setback relief request for the eastern edge of lot 29, which is located west of lot 30 and closer to Avenue A. Not being granted setback relief for lot 29 means the owners may or may not be able to build a shorter dock in front of the lot that sits closest to Avenue A and the seawall and two shared finger docks co-owned by six nearby property owners.

During the variance hearings, several potentially-impacted property owners expressed concerns that a dock in front of lot 29 would impede their ability to navigate the canal and limit their access to the shared finger docks.

During the Sept. 15 city commission meeting, property owner Tracy Wallace asked the commission to deny the variance request for lot 29. She said later that she was OK with the variance being granted for lot 30.

When she addressed the commission, property owner Jennifer Vermillera encouraged the commission to approve the amended variance request recommended by Robinson and she offered praise for the special master and the hearings he conducted.

“I would like for the commission to vote with the special master. I felt that he was very thorough and his concerns were for the effect that the docks would have on the existing properties and I really appreciated

that. That’s not the way that we are going on this Island and it was very refreshing to have someone look out for our interests. I think it was a nice meeting of the minds that we grant the extension of the dock on lot 30 but not on lot 29,” Vermillera told the commission.

When he addressed the commission Norman said, “We’re satisfied with the decision of the special master.”

When asked afterwards if the variance request as approved would allow for a shorter dock to be constructed in front of lot 29, City Planner Alan Garrett said, “I don’t have a definitive answer. I would need to see if the existing docks would still be afforded access.”

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Proposal accepted Bradenton Beach vacationers Jared Stewart and Brittany Norris, of Ohio, made their visit unforgettable when Jared surprised Brittany with an engagement ring one recent evening at sunset. Congratulations!

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• Southern Manatee Fire Rescue will be on hand utilizing their fire safety house to demonstrate proper home fire safety tips; • Attendees will have the opportunity to register for free home safety inspections, smoke alarm testing, Vial of Life kits, CPR classes, AED training, fire extinguisher training and more with the Fire Prevention Bureau; • Members of the Urban Search & Rescue Team will man a both dedicated

Longtime Anna Maria City Clerk Diane Percycoe is now officially retired and preparing to relocate to her hometown of Sterling, Ill. During her final city commission meeting on Sept. 22, Mayor Dan Murphy presented her with a key to the city and thanked her for her service to the city. Holmes Beach City Clerk and Florida Association of Certified Clerks (FACC) Southwest District Director Stacey Johnston presented Percycoe with a retirement resolution adopted by the FACC in recognition of Percycoe's service and dedication to her profession.

to discussing the teams duties and training involved; • Members of WMFR’s Rescue Swim Team will be manning a booth showcasing the team’s objectives, training and tools utilized during a water rescue effort; • Young people will have the opportunity to learn new skills and test them out on the bike rodeo obstacle course.

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Tribute to Rick Grice The Anna Maria Island Art League is hosting a Tribute to Richard Grice exhibit on Friday, Oct. 7, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

After 38 years of making an artistic impression on Anna Maria Island, artist Richard Allen Grice, 60, died Saturday, July 23.

As an artist known for his mixed media, collages and provocative works, Grice frequently won awards in area competitions. His works will be shown at the Anna Maria Island Art League for the month of October.

For more information, call the Art League at 941-778-2099.

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Chamber host Jeanie Brantley, of Water’s Edge of Bradenton Senior Living, addresses Anna Maria Chamber of Commerce members at the Business Card Exchange on Nov. 28. Water’s Edge hosted the event and gave tours of assisted living apartments. The building is brand new and they are taking reservations for the near future.

MANATEE COUNTY – Joshua T. Barnett has been hired as Manatee County’s new Health Care Services manager.

Barnett will help lead the county’s Community Health Care Initiative. He will also serve as the county’s liaison to the Health Care Advisory Board as part of the efforts to address the health care needs of low-income and uninsured adults throughout Manatee County.

“His background in behavioral health and experience integrating primary care into that setting is exactly what we need in our community,” said Deputy County Administrator Karen Windon.

Barnett has managed public mental health, substance use and physical health treatment services for private, non-profit and state government entities. For the past three years, he served as a consultant to a settlement agreement

between the United States Department of Justice and the State of Delaware, monitoring quality and treatment outcomes of community-based supportive services.

“I am thrilled for the opportunity to return to my home state of Florida to work with community shareholders on a collaborative agenda to enhance the use of Manatee County’s public health resources in the areas of prevention, intervention, care coordination and treatment outcomes,” Barnett said.

Barnett holds a Master of Health Science degree from the Johns Hopkins University; a Master of Arts in Thanatology from Hood College; a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Florida State University and is a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner.

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The following hotels and motels accept pets. Some have limitations on species, number, size and breed, some require pets to be caged before housekeeping services are rendered, some require deposits or extra charges, and some have special pet amenities, such as grassy areas for walking. Call ahead to find accommodations that match your needs, and make a list of several hotels in different parts of the state to be prepared for storms from any direction.

ARCADIA Knights Inn 504 S. Brevard Ave. 863-494-4884 Holiday Inn Express 2709 Southeast Hwy. 70 863-494-5900 BRADENTON Best Western Plus 2215 Cortez Rd W 941-238-0800 Best Western Plus 648 67th St. Cir. E. 941-757-5555 Courtyard Bradenton Sarasota/Riverfront 100 Riverfront Dr.W. 941-747-3727 Days Inn 3506 1st St.W. 941-746-1141 Days Inn I-75 644 67th St. Circle E. 941-746-2505

Microtel Inn 6298 Nature Coast Blvd 352-796-9025

Residence Inn 20371 Summerlin Rd 239-415-4150

Quality Inn 30307 Cortez Blvd 352-796-9481

Travel Lodge 4760 S Cleveland Ave 239-275-1111

CAPE CORAL Holiday Inn Express 1538 Cape Coral Pkwy E 239-542-2121

Travel Lodge 13661 Indian Paint Ln 239-561-1117

DAYTONA BEACH Homewood Suites By Hilton 165 Bill France Blvd 386-258-2828 Residence Inn Daytona Beach Speedway/Airport 1725 Richard Petty Blvd 386-252-3949 DELAND Budget Inn 2801 East NY Ave 386-736-3440

GAINESVILLE Best Western 4200 N.W. 97th Blvd.

352-331-3336 Holiday Inn Express 3905 S.W. 43rd St. 352-376-0004 Motel 6 4000 S.W. 40th Blvd.

352-373-1604 Red Roof Inn 3500 S.W. 42nd St. 352-336-3311

ELLENTON Red Roof Inn 4915 17th St. E. 941-729-0600

KISSIMMEE Motel 6 5731 W. Irlo Bronson Hwy. 407-396-6333

Sleep Inn 5605 18th St. E. 941-721-4933

Palms Hotel and Villas 3100 Parkway Blvd.

407-396-2229

Super 8 5218 17th St. E. 941-729-8505

Blue Inn 4970 Kyngs Heath Road 407-396-0065

Quality Inn 6727 14th St.W. 941-758-7199

FORT MYERS Baymont Inn & Suites 9401 Marketplace Rd 239-454-0040

LAKELAND Ramada Inn 3260 U.S. Hwy. 98 N. 863-688-8080

Super 8 6516 14th St.W. 941-756-6656

Four Points by Sheraton 13600 Treeline Ave S 239-322-1399

La Quinta Inn 1024 Crevasse St. 863-859-2866

Sunrise Inn 668 67th St Circle E 941-745-1876

Hyatt Place 2600 Champion Ring Rd 239-418-1844

Motel 6 3120 U.S. Hwy. 98 N. 863-682-0643

BROOKSVILLE Days Inn 6320 Windmere Rd 352-796-9486

La Quinta Inn 9521 Market Place Rd 239-466-0012

Residence Inn 3701 Harden Blvd.

863-680-2323

Fairfield Inn & Suites Lakewood Ranch 6105 Exchange Way 941-552-4000 Hampton Inn 309 10th St W 941-746-9400 Motel 6 660 67th St. Circle E. 941-747-6005

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LAKE BUENA VISTA Clarion Inn 8442 Palm Parkway 407-996-7300 Marriott Residence Inn 11450 Marbella Palm Court 407-465-0075 LAKE CITY America’s Best Inn 339 SW Commerce Dr 386-755-6300 Baymont Inn & Suites 3598 US 90 W 386-752-3801 Days Inn 3430 N US Hwy 441 386-758-4224 LAKE MARY Candlewood Suites 1130 Greenwood Blvd.

407-585-3000 Extended Stay America 1040 Greenwood Blvd 407-829-2332 La Quinta Inn 1060 Greenwood Blvd.

407-805-9901 Residence Inn 825 Heathrow Park Lane 407-995-3400 LEESBURG Best Western Plus 1321 N. 14th Street 352-460-0118 The Sleep Inn 2476 Citrus Blvd.

352-326-9002 OCALA Hampton Inn & Suites 3601 SW 38th Ave 352-867-0300

Holiday Inn Express 1212 S Pine Ave 352-629-7300

Staybridge Suites 7450 Augusta National Dr 407-438-2121

La Quinta Inn & Suites 3530 S.W. 36th Ave. 352-861-1137

Townplace Suites 11801 High Tech Ave. 407-243-6100

Microtel Inn & Suites 1770 Southwest 134th St 352-307-1166

PLANT CITY Comfort Inn 2003 S Frontage Rd 813-707-6000

Quality Inn 3434 SW College Rd 352-854-3200 Residence Inn 3610 S.W. 38th Ave. 352-547-1600 Sleep Inn and Suites 13600 S.W. 17th Court 352-347-8383 ORLANDO Hard Rock Hotel 5800 Universal Blvd.

407-503-2000 Holiday Inn Lake Buena Vista 13351 State Road 535 407-239-4500 La Quinta Inn - Universal Studios 5621 Major Blvd 407-313-3100 Motel 6 - Winter Park 5300 Adanson Street 407-647-1444 Motel 6 5909 American Way 407-351-6500 Residence Inn Seaworld 11000 Westwood Blvd.

407-313-3600 Rodeway Inn Maingate 5995 W. Irlo Bronson Hwy. 407-396-4300

Knights Inn 301 S Frontage Rd 813-752-0570 PORT CHARLOTTE Country Inn 24244 Corporate Court 941-235-1035

SANFORD Best Western Plus 3401 S Orlando Dr 407-320-0845 SARASOTA Comfort Suites 5690 Honore Ave 941-554-4475 Hampton Inn 975 University Parkway 941-355-8140 Hibiscus Suites 1735 Stickney Point Road 941-921-5797 Holiday Inn – Lakewood Ranch 6231 Lake Osprey Dr 941-782-4400

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Holiday Inn Express 4400 US 27 North 863-386-1115

Motel 6 West 2738 N. Monroe St. 850-386-7878

Holiday Inn Express 8310 Galbraith 813-910-7171

Kenilworth Lodge 1610 Lakeview Dr 863-385-0111

Quality Inn 3090 N. Monroe St. 850-562-2378

Residence Inn 4312 W. Boy Scout Blvd.

813-877-7988

La Quinta Inn 4115 US 27 South 863-386-1000

Red Roof Inn 2930 Hospitality Street 850-385-7884

Quality Inn & Suites 6525 US 27 North 863-385-4500

Residence Inn 1880 Raymond Diehl Road 850-422-0093

TEMPLE TERRACE Holiday Inn Express 13294 Telcom Dr 813-972-9800

Residence Inn 3221 Tubbs Road 863-314-9100

Residence Inn Universities 600 W. Gaines St. 850-329-9080

SPRING HILL Microtel Inn 4881 Commercial Way 352-596-3444

Sleep Inn 1695 Capital Circle N.W. 850-575-5885

Days Inn 1941 Tamiami Trail 941-627-8900

Holiday Inn Express 5730 Gantt Rd 941-925-0631

Knights Inn 4100 Tamiami Trail 941-743-2442

Holiday Inn Sarasota - Airport 8009 15th St. E. 941-355-9000

Microtel Inn 4056 Tamiami Trail 941-624-6339

Hotel Indigo Sarasota 1223 Boulevard of the Arts 941-487-3800

Sleep Inn & Suites 806 Kings Highway 941-613-6300

La Quinta Inn & Suites 1803 N.Tamiami Trail 941-366-5128

TALLAHASSEE Best Western Pride Inn 2016 Apalachee Parkway 850-656-6312

PUNTA GORDA Four Points by Sheraton 33 Tamiami Trail 941-637-6770

Residence Inn 1040 University Pkwy.

941-358-1468

Quality Inn 6737 Mahan Drive 850-656-2938

Days Inn 5000 N.Tamiami Trail 941-351-7734

Econo Lodge North 2681 N. Monroe St. 850-385-6155

Sleep Inn 900 University Pkwy.

941-359-8558

La Quinta Inn North 2905 N. Monroe St. 850-385-7172

SEBRING Chateau Elan Hotel 150 Midway Dr 863-655-7200

Motel 6 Downtown 1027 Apalachee Parkway 850-877-6171

Punta Gorda Waterfront Hotel 300 W Retta Esplanade 941-639-1165 The Wyvern Hotel 101 E Retta Esplanade 941-639-7700 RUSKIN Ruskin Inn 3113 College Ave 813-641-3437

Motel 6 6172 Commercial Way 352-596-2007 SUN CITY Sun City Center Inn 809N. Pebble Beach Blvd 813-634-3331

Residence Inn 13420 N Telcom Parkway 813-972-4400 Towne Place Suites by Marriott 6800 Woodstork Rd 813-975-9777 WINTER HAVEN Howard Johnson Inn 1300 3rd St SW 863-294-7321

Staybridge Suites 1600 Summit Lake Drive 850-219-7000

Lake Roy Beach Inn 1825 Cypress Garden Blvd 863-324-6320

Suburban Extended Stay Hotel 522 Silver Slipper Lane 850-386-2121

Shergill Grand Hotel 5665 Cypress Garden Blvd 863-324-5950

TAMPA Clarion Hotel 2701 E. Fowler Ave. 813-971-4710

Roadway Inn & Suites 1911 Cypress Gardens Blvd.

863-324-5994

Econo Lodge 4732 N. Dale Mabry Hwy. 813-874-6700 Hampton Inn 5628 W Waters Ave 813-901-5900 Holiday Inn Express 9402 Corporate Lake Dr 813-885-3700 Holiday Inn Express 8610 Elm Fair Blvd.

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BUSINESS Antique/Collectible Store The Sea Hagg 12304 Cortez Rd. W. Cortez, 216-0656

Auto Service Holmes Beach Automotive Service 5333 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 779-0487

Bait & Tackle Shop Annie’s Bait & Tackle 4334 127th St. West Cortez, 794-3580

Bank Bank of America

699 Manatee Ave. Holmes Beach, 778-4566

Bike Rental Beach Bums Island Attitude 427 Pine Ave. Anna Maria, 778-3316

Boating Store West Marine

3622 1st Street Bradenton, 357-1657

Car Dealer Firkins Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram 2700 1st St. Bradenton, 877-594-3074

Car Wash American Car Care

6412 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 794-5007

Carpet Cleaner Fat Cat Carpet Cleaning 5400 Holmes Blvd.

Holmes Beach, 778-2882

Chiropractor Dr. David Zamikoff Natural Healing Arts Medical Center 2215 59th Street West Bradenton, 761-4994

Clothing Store Irene’s Resort Wear

5308 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, 778-1161

Commercial Print Store Steam Designs LLC

5343 Gulf Drive #600 Holmes Beach, 779-9108

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Florist Josey’s Poseys Florist

Dentist John Norman, DDS

Gift Shop Sand Dollar

Dry Cleaner Courtesy Cleaners

Grocery Store Publix Supermarket

Electrician Miller Electric

Hair Salon Salon Salon

Eye Care The Eye Associates

Heat & Air Anthony’s Cooling & Heating

Fitness Island Fitness

Home Builder Kern Construction Inc.

Floor Coverings Coastal Floors Inc.

Hotel/Motel Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages

2513 Gulf Drive N. Bradenton Beach, 778-7605

5372 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 778-7898

7421 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 794-5145

6992 Iris Street Sarasota, 747-1530

6002 Pointe West Blvd.

Bradenton, 792-2020

5317 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 778-7200

5334 Gulf Drive Bradenton Beach, 778-5500

6100 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 792-6770

5302 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, 778-2024

3900 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-5422

3612 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-0400

2501 Gulf Drive N. Suite #102 Bradenton Beach, 778-0100

4012 Cortez Rd. W. #2202 Bradenton, 778-1115

2710 Gulf Drive Bradenton Beach, 778-1010 see READERS, page 27

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Jewelry Store Tide & Moon Jewelry

Pest Control Island Pest & Termite Control

Real Estate Associate John Damato

Liquor Store Walgreens Drug Store

Pet Grooming (tie) The Paw Spa

Real Estate Company Mike Norman Realty Inc.

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200 Bridge St. Ste. A Bradenton Beach, 778-4050

3200 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-0451

Manicurist Pink & White Nail Spa Tin Pham 7306 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 794-6168

Marina Keyes Marina

5501 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, 779-2838

Men’s Apparel Mister Roberts Resortwear 5330 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 778-4505

Outdoor Sports Store AMI Outfitters Coastal Gear & Apparel 401 Pine Ave. Anna Maria, 254-4996

Pack & Ship Island Mail & More

3230 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-1911

8700 Cortez Rd. W. Bradenton, 778-1337

5343 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 778-0885

Great Cuts for Mutts 5411 26th St. W. Bradenton, 758-2800

Pet Store Petco Animal Supplies 6757 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 792-1315

Pharmacy Walgreens Drug Store

3200 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-0451

Plumber LaPensee Plumbing • Pools • Air 401 Manatee Ave. Holmes Beach, 778-5622

Pool Cleaner LaPensee Plumbing • Pools • Air 401 Manatee Ave. Holmes Beach, 778-5622

Sato Real Estate 519 Pine Ave. Anna Maria, 778-7200

3101 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 778-6696

Rental Company Sato Real Estate

519 Pine Ave. Anna Maria, 778-7200

Resort Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages

2710 Gulf Drive Bradenton Beach, 778-1010

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Sign Maker The Sign Factory

6600 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 792-4830

Souvenir Shop Island Bazaar

3304 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-3443

Sports Memorabilia AMI Sports Zone

9801 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 251-3927

Spa Sea-renity Beach Spa & Eco Boutique 112 Bridge Street Bradenton Beach, 779-6836

Retirement Center Freedom Village

Tattoo Island Tattoo | Mark Nicholas

Service Station Circle K

Women’s Apparel Irene’s Resortwear

6406 21st Ave. W. Bradenton, 877-600-6287

2513 Gulf Drive N. Bradenton Beach, 778-7605

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5308 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, 778-1161 see readers, page 28

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PEOPLE & PLACES architectural design

Emily Anne Smith LLC

527 74th St. Holmes Beach, 778-3113

Attorney (tie) Law Office of Peter Lombardo

1101 6th Ave. W. #109 Bradenton, 747-6639

William B. Padelford, Esq. 2424 Manatee Ave. W. #201 Bradenton, 748-1400

Beach Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages

2710 Gulf Dr. Bradenton Beach, 778-1010

Boat Captain Captain Mark Howard

Sumotime Fishing Charters 704-6763

Business Person Michael Zeppi

2501 Gulf Drive N. #102 Bradenton Beach, 778-0100

Charity American Red Cross

10311 Malachite Drive Bradenton, 792-8686

Doctor Stephen Pelham, M.D.

3909 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-1007

Golf Course Key Royale Club Inc.

700 Key Royale Drive Holmes Beach, 778-3055

Massage Therapy Nikki Miller 592-3761

Personal Trainer Brenda Canning Island Fitness

5317 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 778-5200

Pharmacist Joe Catera Walgreens Drug Store

3200 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-0451

Pier Rod & Reel Pier Restaurant 875 North Shore Drive Anna Maria, 778-1885

Place To See A Sunset Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages

2710 Gulf Drive Bradenton Beach, 778-1010

School Anna Maria Elementary 4700 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 708-5525

School Principal (tie) Mike Rio

Virgil Mills Elementary 7200 69th St. E. Palmetto, 721-2140

Denise Jordan

Next Generation Academics 3011 19th Ave. W. Bradenton, 748-4612

School Teacher Lynn McDonough Anna Maria Elementary 4700 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 708-5525

Veterinarian Bill Bystrom, DVM Island Animal Clinic

5343 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 778-2445

Vet Clinic Beach Veterinary Clinic 4404 124th St. Ct. W. Bradenton, 792-2838

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View Sandbar Seafood & Spirits 100 Spring Ave. Anna Maria, 778-0444

FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT Art Gallery Island Gallery West

5368 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 778-6648

Bagel Shop Paradise Bagels CafĂŠ & Catering

3220 East Bay Dr. Holmes Beach, 779-1212

Bakery Hometown Desserts

507 Pine Ave. Anna Maria, 896-3167

Band Big Daddy Band

Bradenton, 544-6836

Bar & Grill Bridge Tender Inn & Dockside Bar

135 Bridge Street Bradenton Beach, 778-4849 see readers, page 35

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Bartender Stephanie SPRINGER

Island Time Bar & Grill 111 Gulf Drive Bradenton Beach, 782-1122

Barbecue Mr. Bones BBQ

3901 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 778-7769

Traveling Gourmet Anna Maria, 405-7627

Ice Cream Shop Two Scoops

Pizza Oma’s Pizza and Italian Restaurant

674 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 795-0478

101 S. Bay Blvd.

Anna Maria, 779-2422

5410 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, 778-5888

201 North Gulf Drive Bradenton Beach, 778-0771

Italian Restaurant Oma’s Pizza and Italian Restaurant

Restaurant (Overall) Sandbar Seafood & Spirits

Live Theater Island Players

Seafood Restaurant Sandbar Seafood & Spirits

Mexican Restaurant Wicked Cantina

Specialty Gourmet Olive Oil Outpost

German Restaurant Old Hamburg Schnitzelhaus

Most Romantic Beach Bistro

Sub/Sandwich Subway

Grouper Sandwich Sandbar Seafood & Spirits

New Restaurant AMOB ON THE PIER

Takeout Oma’s Pizza and Italian Restaurant

201 North Gulf Drive Bradenton Beach, 778-0771

10009 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 778-5755

200 Gulf Drive N. Bradenton Beach, 779-2222

Festival Bayfest

900 Gulf Drive N. Bradenton Beach, 778-1919

Caterer Molly O’Connor

Chinese Restaurant China 1

Traveling Gourmet Anna Maria, 405-7627

Favorite Waiter/Waitress Melissa BECHLER-HADLEY Beach House Waterfront Restaurant

Burger Skinny’s Place Inc.

9801 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 778-1706

Night Spot D’Coy Ducks

3900 East Bay Dr. Holmes Beach, 778-5422

3240 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 779-0738

Candy Store Dips Ice Cream

Health Food Store Richard’s Foodporium

Deli Publix Supermarket

Breakfast Peach’s Restaurant

Café Gulf Drive Café & The Kokonut Hut

Chef Molly O’Connor

3236 East Bay Dr. Holmes Beach, 779-2933

3007 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 778-6614

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3246 East Bay Dr. Holmes Beach, 778-1320

100 Spring Ave. Anna Maria, 778-0444

6600 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 778-6444

200 Bridge Street Bradenton Beach, 778-2662

100 Spring Ave. Anna Maria, 778-0444

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401 Pine Ave. Anna Maria, 896-3132

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201 North Gulf Drive Bradenton Beach, 778-0771

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Braun Wins!

Dana Braun of Bradenton won the drawing from all the entries in the Island's original Readers' Choice Awards. Sun Advertising Director Chantelle Lewin presented Dana with her prizes valued over $600 which included: • AMI Sun Newspaper T-shirt • Island Fitness gift basket (1 month free membership and 2 personal training sessions) •Bridge Tender Inn T-shirt and $50 gift certificate •Salon Salon beauty products (Bumble & Bumble) •Tide and Moon Jewelry (Octopus pendant) •Searenity Beach Spa & Eco Boutique gift voucher •Sandbar $25 gift certificate •Two Scoops Ice Ceam $20 gift certificate Congratulations Dana!

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Searching for souls on Bridge Street Five people participated in the Paranormal Society’s first Ghost Tour of Bridge Street.

Sun Reporter Tom Vaught walked with the Ghost Tour Friday night

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BRADENTON BEACH – It’s hard to imagine paranormal activity on Friday night as the sounds of live entertainment waft down Bridge Street, but two members of the Paranormal Society of Bradenton and five young ladies went “ghost hunting” in the company’s inaugural ghost tour on the Island.

Liz Reed led the excursion with Kara DiComo bringing up the rear with an electromagnetic field detector (EFD) that senses disruptions in the field, thought to be evidence of the presence of ghosts.

Unfortunately, the presence of red tide in the air made it hard to concentrate and everyone in the party had fits of coughing.

Reed has investigated hauntings at several Island locations, including the Sign of the Mermaid where things get rearranged overnight and some locations on the beach. One area that is reportedly active is the locations where a woman reportedly took her own life, but her mother said she was murdered.

She said the beach is often active.

“The ghost of the woman who was murdered in Anna Maria (Sabine MusilBuehler) by her boyfriend has been seen near where she was buried by him,” Reed said. “Victims of the molasses barge that sank off Bradenton Beach in the 1940s – the cook and his dog – are said to have been seen on the beach at night.”

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The ladies who took the tour had taken one in Bradenton before, but they still reacted to possible contacts with the departed via electromagnetic field detectors.

Reed also said on a previous walk, they communicated with the ghost of George Bean, the pioneer promoter who marketed the Island as a tourist destination a century ago.

As we walked from the Island Time Inn toward the Historic Bridge Street Pier, the lights on her EFD started to blink. Was it the presence of a ghost?

The device’s red light glowed. Were we communicating with George Bean?

There was no reaction from the EFD. As we neared the pier, Reed told the

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Above: Liz Reed takes readings from an electromagnetic field detector on the Historic Bridge Street Pier. Kara DiComo also took readings from the rear of the group.

party to take pictures of the water and look for red circles above the water, said to be the existence paranormal activity. The five young ladies, who did not want to be identified, started taking pictures with their smart phones.

We turned around after resting at the end of the pier and headed toward the beach, entering at the dune walkover at the end of the street.

Again, they took pictures but the red tide finally got to us and we decided to put some distance between us and the

waves before the red tide made a ghost out of any if us.

Back where we started, Reed thanked the ladies for coming – they had been on a ghost tour of Bradenton before – and they said they loved the tour of Bridge Street and would take it again when the red tide went away.

The tour is held Tuesday through Saturday. It begins at the Island Time Inn on Bridge Street and tickets are required. For tickets, call 941-704-0621.

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Fishing fine in areas clear of red tide Captain Rick Grassett

Anglers fishing Sarasota Bay with me during the past week, out of CB's Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, caught and released juvenile tarpon, trout and jacks on flies. Although there is red tide in some areas of Sarasota Bay, particularly close to passes, there are areas that are fine. Red tide may actually concentrate fish in some areas as fish move away from affected areas.

Marshall Dinerman, from the Atlanta area, fished deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay with me on Monday. He had good action catching and releasing trout and jacks on Ultra Hair Clouser flies. We also fished a backwater area where he caught and released a juvenile tarpon on my Grassett Flats Bunny fly with a 6-wt. His first tarpon on a fly!

I had an instructional fly fishing trip in Sarasota Bay on Tuesday. We worked on basics and were shooting line and catching and releasing a few

fish before the end of the trip. This is a good option for beginning fly anglers, since it is different when fishing from the deck of a boat with different fly lines and weighted flies as opposed to casting on grass or from the shore of a lake.

I look for action in the coastal gulf with false albacore (little tunny) and Spanish mackerel to take off as the water cools down and baitfish become more plentiful. Tripletail will also become a good option as stone crab traps hit the water next week, increasing the amount of available structure for them. Night snook fishing around lighted docks and bridges in the ICW with flies and DOA Lures should be a good option. You might also find a few juvenile tarpon and reds in the lights along with snook. In addition, there should be good action with trout, Spanish mackerel, bluefish and more on deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay.

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Marshall Dinerman, from Atlanta, Ga., caught and released this juvenile tarpon, his first tarpon on a fly, with 6-weight fly tackle on a Grassett Flats Bunny fly while fishing in Sarasota with Captain Rick Grassett.

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Great grouper Dan Janisch holds a 20 pound red grouper he caught recently 50 miles west of Anna Maria.

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Mullet champs Toria and Nathan Meschelle won The Flippin’ Mullet Sports Bar’s third annual mullet fishing tournament last weekend in Cortez. With a combined weight of 22.85 pounds for their top five fish, the Meschelles took home more than $400 worth of cash and prizes. Luther Sasser caught the largest mullet of the two-day tournament, when he reeled one in that weighed 4.81 lbs.

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Nice redfish Cameron Cubbage, 5, visiting from Virginia, holds a redfish he caught while fishing with Captain Mac Sweety.

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tide chart for anna maria city pier-October 5-12 Day Date

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Wed 10/5

1:14a 2.42

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3:17p 1.84

8:08p 1.34

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Thu 10/6

1:49a 2.41

9:35a 0.41

4:18p 1.76

8:41p 1.43

Fri 10/7

2:31a 2.37

10:35 0.47

5:33p 1.70

9:25p 1.52

Sat 10/8

3:23a 2.30

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7:04p 1.0

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9:34p 1.92

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provided for you, contact the church.

For more information, call 941-7780414, or visit www.roserchurch.com.

Party for women’s causes

All things nautical

Help support the Women’s Resource Center of Manatee County and join the fun at Women Wellness and Wine at the Manatee Performing Arts Center, 102 12th St. W., Bradenton on Tuesday, Oct. 18,from 4 to 7:30 p.m.

There will be wine tasting, booths, live music and a raffle. There will be speakers from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door.

Receive a $50 gift card for attending.

For more information listing booths and speakers, go to www.womenwellnesswine.com.

The 19th Annual Cortez Nautical Flea Market is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 22, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Florida Maritime Museum, 4415 119th St. W., in Cortez. This event, sponsored in part by Southwinds magazine and The Anna Maria Island Sun, offers new, used and unusual maritime treasures.

Items will be available for sale and trade so bring your whole family and enjoy some live music by Treble Hook The event is free to the public. Rain date is Saturday, Oct. 29. If you would like to donate your gently used boating and fishing gear to the Friends of the Florida Maritime Museum to be sold at their fundraising booth, contact Amara Nash at (941)708-6121 or amara.nash@ manateeclerk.com.

Writers meet at library The Gulf Coast Writers meet at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Dr., Holmes Beach, on Wednesday, Oct. 5, at 12:45 p.m. Members are urged to bring some of their writings for critique. Members of the public and those interested in joining are welcome. For more information, call 778-6341.

Shipwreck exhibit opens There will be an opening celebration for “Beneath the Waves: Florida Shipwrecks” on Thursday, Oct. 6, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Florida Maritime Museum, 4415 119th St. W., in Cortez. There will be live music and light refreshments available, courtesy of the Florida Maritime Museum and admission is free. RSVP is appreciated. Call 941-708-6120 or e-mail Kristin.Sweeting@manateeclerk.com

Neal Preserve from the water The Manatee County Parks and Natural Resources Department is hosting a paddle through Neal Preserve, 12301 Manatee Ave. W., from 8:30 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8. Explore the mangroves and seagrass beds and learn the story of the “Comeback Kid,” Sarasota Bay. This easy three-mile paddle is suitable for ages 16 and up.

This paddle is sponsored in part by WayneAdventures. The kayak launch is on the south side of Manatee Avenue.

Participants must have their own canoe or kayak and safety gear. Reservations are required by calling 941-742-5757, ext. 7.

Music on the Porch In celebration of the rich musical heritage of Cortez, Florida Maritime Museum, 4415 119th St. W., hosts Music on the Porch jam session on Saturday, Oct. 8, and the second Saturday of each month from 2 to 4 p.m.

Come to listen, or bring an instrument and join in. Musician participation may

Coming up

Father Matthew Grunfeld of the Church of the Annunciation speaks at an All Island Denominations (AID) Prayer Session followed by ice cream on May 15. There will be another payer with ice cream around Thanksgiving, according to AID officials. vary. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated.

Solar delights See the sun as you have never seen it before – through a Hydrogen Alpha solar telescope on Saturday, Oct. 8, from 2 to 4 p.m.. Come see the sun in perfectly safe H Alpha light and observe solar granulation, filaments, sunspots and even solar flares. Stop by the lawn of the Valentine House at Robinson Preserve, 1704 99th St. NW, to take a look through the solar scope. No reservations needed. For more information, call 941-748-4501 ext. 6039.

See planets from Holmes Beach The next sidewalk astronomy session will be on Saturday, Oct. 8, at sunset, 7:08 p.m., in the field next to Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Dr. Weather permitting, it will be a chance to see Saturn’s rings, the first quarter moon and the planets Mars, Uranus and Neptune. Members of the Local Group of Deep Sky Observers will have their high powered telescopes set up to vies the skies and it’s free to the public.

For more information, log onto www.

LGDSO.com.

Scan the heavens Join the Manatee County Parks and Natural Resources Department for a Starry Night Telescope Exploration on Saturday, Oct. 8, from 8 to 9:30 p.m.

Get a chance to view the skies through a high-powered telescope. Learn how to identify these heavenly bodies, and how you can star gaze at home too.

Suitable for all ages. Reservations are required by calling 941-748-4501 ext.

6039.

Plant native The Florida Native Plant Society and the Sarasota Bay Estuary Program will hold their 16th Annual Fall Native Plant Festival and Sale on Saturday, Oct. 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sweet Bay Nursery, 10824 Erie Rd. in Parrish. The sale features a large selection of native trees, shrubs, grasses and blooming wildflowers for use in any garden. There will also be FloriMulch® for sale, this is made from the exotic, invasive melaleuca tree and is an excellent garden mulch alternative to nonsustainable cypress.

As a special incentive, Florida Native Plant Society members get 15 percent off all plants.

Non-members can join FNPS at the sale event to get 15 percent off as well.

Free parking is available. Local honey will be available for sale and Ray’s Vegan Soul will sell breakfast and lunch treats.

Off Stage Ladies get a preview The Island Players directors will give the Off Stage Ladies of the Island Players a preview of the coming season’s performances at their meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 12, at 11:30 a.m. at Bella Mia Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant, 5917 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton.

There will be a buffet lunch. Contact Nancy Ambrose at 941-518-4431 for information.

Take to the high country Take a fantasy trip of the Rockies when Mary and Lou Baldovini share their experiences when JOY (Just Older Youth) meets on Wednesday, Oct. 12, at 11 a.m. in the Roser Community Church Fellowship Hall, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Everyone is welcome.

Bring your own lunch; dessert and beverage provided. If you would like lunch

Thieves' Market to return The Anna Maria Island Privateers are making plans for their next season and one of their more popular events is the Thieves' Markets. They are searching for vendors of all types to display their wares in the Coquina Beach parking lot. The first market will be on Saturday, Nov. 12, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Contact Privateer Cindy “Bubbles” Swagger at 941-900-4141.

Catch problems in time You could be alerted to possible stroke or other health problems by taking Prevention Plus Stroke and Vascular Screening offered Monday, Oct. 10, at The Center, 407 Magnolia, Anna Maria. The screenings are being offered at reduced prices. They include stroke/ carotid ultrasound for $40, abdominal aortic aneurysm for $40, arterial disease test for $40, thyroid ultrasound for $40, abdominal ultrasound for $95 and heart scan-echocardiogram for $95 or all six tests for only $179. Blood tests, liver, cholesterol, PSA and TSH tests are also available. To register, call 888-667-7587.

Help children with special needs The Sarasota Manatee Association for Riding Therapy (SMART) is a group that advocates horseback riding as therapy for some special needs children, is looking for volunteers to man SMART’s ice cream stand at Tampa Bay Buccaneers games. You can volunteer to work one game or more.

For more information, call Christopher at 248-785-7214 or e-mail to horses4ourkids@gmail.com. For more information on SMART, log onto smartriders.org.

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Obituaries Kandi Grant Kerekes Kandi Grant Kerekes, 60, of Anna Maria, passed away peacefully September 26, 2016 at her home, after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was surrounded by her family.

Kandi was born in Winter Haven, Fla., the daughter of Tommy and Betty Grant. She graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor’s degree in Interior Design from the School of Architecture. After marrying and starting a family in Clearwater, she founded KG Designs to market her creative artwork and repurposed furniture at arts and craft shows throughout Florida. She later opened Three Island Monkeys, a fun gift shop, in Anna Maria. Most recently, Kandi was pursuing a new adventure as a Real Estate agent with Duncan Real Estate.

Kandi is survived by her husband of 34 years, Joe; their two sons, Grant and Andrew; her mother, Betty Grant, Anna Maria; and brother Jim, his wife Kim, and their daughter, Taylor, of Bonita Springs. She was preceded in death by her father, Tommy Grant.

A celebration of her life will be held at Roser Memorial Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, on Saturday, Oct. 8 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Tidewell Hospice, Philanthropy Department, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, Fla., 34238 or Vintage Paws Sanctuary, 7950 State Road 72, Sarasota, Fla., 34214.

In loving memory Samuel Bryan Lott December 23, 1987 October 5, 2011 You will always be remembered sweet Sam We miss you so very much Rest in peace my son Kim Lott & Family

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9/18, noise ordinance violation, 9405 Gulf Drive. A neighbor called deputies about a noise violation.

9/19, felony criminal mischief, 100 block of Oak Avenue.

Party or parties unknown damaged the victim’s vehicle.

9/21, criminal mischief, 800 block of North Shore Drive.

A party or parties unknown pushed over a barbecue grill causing approximately $50 in damage.

9/23, criminal mischief, Bayfront Park, 316 N. Bay Blvd.

Two signs were painted over.

9/25, open door, 800 block of North Shore Drive. The deputy stopped at the home because the alarm was sounding. The front door was open, but there was no evidence of intrusion The deputy said the wind could have blown the door open as a storm was approaching and the door had been improperly secured.

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9/23, possession of a controlled substance, 120 Bridge St. The defendant was involved in a disturbance at one location, threatening patrons and the officer found him at a second location. While patting down the

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defendant, he found some pills that are controlled substances. He had no prescription and was arrested.

9/24, trespass warning, 118 Bridge St. The officer issued a warning to a homeless man found sleeping on a bench 9/25, trespass warning, BB Dingy Dock, 200 Bridge St. The officer observed two men loitering on the dock an asked them to move on. One of the men became belligerent and was given a warning.

9/28, trespass warning, Circle K, 103 Gulf Drive S. The officer observed a man coming out of the store who hesitated when he saw the officer. Shortly after, the clerk came out and said a the man had taken a bottle of Mike’s Hard Lemonade without paying for it. The officer found the suspect, who returned the unopened bottle, and issued a trespass warning.

Cortez

9/21, trespass program signup, Cortez Trailer Park, 12507 Cortez Road W. The owner of the park signed up for the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office Business Trespass Program. That gives deputies the power to issue trespass warnings to people loitering on the property.

9/22, burglary, 12400 block of Cortez Road West. A home was broken into and items taken.

Holmes Beach No new reports.

Cancer survivor lobbies for research support Last month, more than 700 caner patients, survivors, volunteers and staff from all 50 states, Puerto Rico and Guam came together in Washington, D.C. to rally for their cause. The effort was part of the annual American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Leadership Summit and Lobby Day. They urged Congress to take specific steps to make cancer a national priority.

Manatee County resident, Nancy Ambrose, met with legislators including Representative Vern Buchanan, Fla. District 16, to discuss the need to support an increase in federal funding for cancer research. She also asked him to support quality of life legislation, and thanked him for co-sponsoring legislation that would close a loophole in Medicare that often results in surprise costs for seniors when a polyp is found during a routine colonoscopy. Ambrose felt they made a difference for their top three priorities.

"As a cancer survivor, caregiver and ACS CAN volunteer, I let Congress know that none of us is more the one degree from someone with cancer, whether it is a friend, family member or ourselves directly.

There is perhaps no better way for Congress to demonstrate support for the fight against cancer than by funding that fight, she said.

“We asked lawmakers to support a $680 million increase for the

National Cancer Institute for the Moonshot Initiative as it is known.

This bold step would show Americans that Congress stands with us in the fight against cancer.”

From the moment a person hears “you have cancer,” they are dealing with the anxiety and fear of the unknown, and later with the pain and side effects of treatment, and finally, the lingering physical side effects of survivorship. But there is an extra layer of support that should be available to patients and their caregivers from diagnosis on, called palliative care. In addition to their curative treatment, patients can receive help from a team that often includes a palliative care specialist, a nurse, a social worker, a pharmacist, and a psychologist to better coordinate their care and manage their symptoms while they undergo treatment.

ACS CAN is leading an effort to make palliative care more easily available to people who need it by supporting The Palliative Care and Hospice Education Training Act HR3119 and S2748, a bipartisan bill that focuses on palliative care research, workforce training and public education.

Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death in the United States, but colorectal cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer and thousands of these deaths

"As a cancer survivor, caregiver and ACS CAN volunteer, II let Congress know that none of us is more than one degree from someone with cancer." could be avoid with routine colorectal screenings. The biggest barriers to screening are co-pays, which have been mostly eliminated in the private insurance market, but Medicare patients can still get hit with a bill because of a rule that makes them pay if a polyp is found, changing the classification of their colonoscopy from a “screening” to a diagnostic procedure. Passing the Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Act HR 1220 and S624 would repair this rule.

The ACS CAN Lobby Day culminated with an evening Lights of Hope ceremony in front of the U.S. Capitol Reflecting Pool featuring over 22,000 bags glowing in honor of cancer survivors or in memory of those lost to this terrible disease. There were almost 600 Lights of Hope shining from Manatee County. Ambrose was once again in the top 10 from around the country selling Lights of Hope with Florida #1 and 2 out of the top 10. For more information, visit www.acscan.org or contact Ambrose at 941-518-4431.

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Sweet trip Captain Kathe Fannon and Captain. Mike Fannon of Cortez took The Sun with them to Hershey, Pa. recently to visit the chocolate factory.

Last week, the Bradenton Beach Public Works Department completed the process of painting the concrete planter boxes along Bridge Street that have been a source of consternation for some residents and business owners.

Once concrete gray, the planter boxes are now covered with a light brown, textured, Behr Premium Granite Grip concrete coating. Some of the planters, like the one in front of the Bridge Street Bazaar, contain fresh herbs the public is invited to help themselves to.

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Fire boat delivered West Manatee Fire Rescue’s new boat, a 30-foot Metal Shark, has been delivered to Station 1 and is awaiting completion of the seawall at the 63rd Street boat ramp in Holmes Beach. Fire Chief Tom Sousa said training for firefighters began last week, and the boat should be in service by mid October.

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Island home to senior ‘orphans’

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

More than a quarter of the seniors who live on Anna Maria Island are “elder orphans,” people over 65 who live alone without a spouse or adult children in the area, according to aging advocate Carol Marak.

The number reflects a statewide and nationwide condition; a 2015 report to the American Geriatrics Society estimates that nearly a quarter of all elderly Americans are “orphans.”

Elder orphans often face problems silently, Marak said, like how to get to the grocery store, the doctor, or the bank – many seniors do not bank online – or how to keep up with household chores and bills.

“It’s a hidden issue,” she said.

“People are trying to get by with what they have.”

But the number of elder orphans is going to grow over the next 15 years, which will require communities and their leaders to plan for services to accommodate their needs, Marak said.

Especially in places like the Island, which is losing residents as homes are converted to vacation rentals, seniors must make efforts to create and sustain relationships with people who can help them, through churches, community centers, civic groups and informal social groups, including Facebook, she said.

Senior Adventures

One successful senior social group on the Island is Senior Adventures, which has taken field trips to the Red Barn, Village of the Arts, Florida Maritime Museum and Geraldson Farms in Bradenton; the Holocaust Museum, Chihuly Museum and Dali Museum in St. Petersburg; Warm Mineral Springs in Venice; the Ringling Museum, Mote Marine Laboratory, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport and the Greek Festival in Sarasota; Weeki Wachee Springs in Weeki Wachee and the Strawberry Festival in Plant City.

“There’s a definite senior need here,” coordinator Peg Miller said, adding that many members of the group are among the shrinking number of Island residents whose families have moved on.

Groups can range from 10 people in the summer to many more in the winter, she said. Those who don’t drive are picked up by those who can for transportation to a central meeting place, often the Annie Silver Community Center in Bradenton Beach, where van transportation is provided with car pools following behind.

Sign up by calling Miller at 941-7783106. Membership is $3 per year and you pay your own way to each event; proceeds from monthly book sales at the Annie Silver Community Center partially underwrite some costs.

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Manatee County Aging Services Manatee County provides many services for seniors, available by calling the elder helpline, 941-792-5818.

• Homemaker - housekeeping, meal planning and preparation, laundry services, and shopping for groceries, medical supplies and incidentals • Personal Care - personal hygiene and dressing • Home Delivered Meals – Meals on Wheels furnishes a hot, nutritious noontime meal delivered to the home • Medical Transportation – for elderly persons who are without a method of traveling to medical appointments of facilities • Emergency Alert Response - an electronic surveillance service monitors homebound seniors by linking them to a communication response center, which responds to emergencies • Volunteer Program - locates volunteers through Volunteer Services of Manatee County, Inc., to provide help such as window washing and yard work. Minor home repairs are available when certain conditions are met.

• Community Referrals - connects seniors to needed services or items (such as legal services or shower chairs) which are provided on a volunteer or at cost basis.

• Adult Day Care - benefits adults who may

be isolated and can profit from participation in a group setting • Respite Care - affords supervision and companionship in the home or at an adult day care facility for physically disabled or mentally impaired seniors. This program is designed to periodically relieve the primary caregiver.

• Case Management - trained case managers link clients with needed services in the community, monitor the services and periodically review clients' needs • Home Care for the Elderly - supplies a stipend to elderly persons requiring 24-hour care to encourage provision of care for seniors in their home or their caregivers' home.

• Medicaid Waiver Home and Community Based Services - offers all services except assisted living facility (ALF) support. In addition, consumable medical supplies, durable medical equipment, companion service, escort, pest control, and help with chores are available. No co-pay is required. Medicaid and technical criteria must be met.

• Assisted Living Medicaid Waiver provides financial assistance to elderly persons for expenses with congregate care or limited nursing services in an assisted living facility. Medicaid and technical criteria must be met.

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Potential rental regulations refined The proposed regulations will evenutally be presented to the city commission.

BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

BRADENTON BEACH – Led by new chairman John Burns, the Planning and Zoning Board has nearly completed its initial efforts to create new vacation rental regulations to recommend to the city commission.

Assisted by City Planner Alan Garrett during the Wednesday, Sept. 28 meeting, the board, which also includes Frank Harrison, Jim Lynch, Reed Mapes, John Metz and Patricia Shay, made additional modifications to the three-page document they’ve created that provides the framework for proposed rental regulations designed to protect the rights of residents and vacation rental owners.

Created to replace the discarded Quality of Life Ordinance, the working document, referred to as the Transient Public Lodging Establishment (TPLE) Ordinance, states the city shall have the right to conduct an administrative inspection, with reasonable advance notice, of any short-term rental that holds or is supposed to hold a transient public lodging license issued by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

Two-plus-two

After some spirited discussion, the board reached non-unanimous consensus that the recommended maximum TPLE occupancy should be two persons per bedroom, plus two additional occupants per dwelling unit.

Burns clarified with Garrett that a duplex with two bedrooms per side would be allowed six residents per side. Harrison, a 42year city resident, objected to the proposed occupancy limits. He expressed concern about an area at the end of his street being developed by Shawn Kaleta that would contain four six-bedroom structures. He said the two-plus-two occupancy limit would allow 14 people in each of the four structures.

“That many people changing every seven days is ludicrous,” he said.

Holding up a copy of the city’s 2020 comprehensive plan, Harrison said it requires the city to maintain a residential, cottage-type environment.

“My last neighbors are moving in March.

They can’t take it anymore. I’m the sole person on my street that’s a resident. What we’re doing does not honor this in anyway, so I do not agree with it,” he said.

Garrett reminded Harrison that the twoplus-two occupancy limit was something the board previously agreed on: “We’re saying

the capacity for everyone, whether you’re a short-term rental or not, should be two-plustwo.”

Harrison and Lynch expressed concern about the city currently having no limit on the number of bedrooms allowed, other than the state-mandated minimum bedroom size of 70 square feet.

Mapes expressed concern that imposing the two-plus-two limit on existing properties would expose the city to Bert Harris claims, similar to what has occurred in Anna Maria and Holmes Beach.

Mapes, a retired contractor, sympathized with Harrison’s concerns, but said the city can’t tell someone they can only have four bedrooms when they’ve already got six. He then mentioned the board’s plans to later recommend amendments to the Land Development Code that would address future construction.

“If we change the code to say bedrooms are 120 square feet, and you have a floor area ratio and a bedroom area ratio, it is going to limit the number of bedrooms we allow,” Mapes said.

“If someone like Mr. Kaleta comes in and buys three lots on the corner and tears it down and wants to build one house on three lots, we’re screwed. I don’t know a way to stop that,” he added.

Signs and other matters

The board agreed that the required outdoor signage should be at least 5x7 inches and contain the property owner’s name and phone number, and the rental agent’s name and phone number if applicable.

The board agreed that the interior placard placed on or near the inside of the front door should state the maximum number of guests allowed, the maximum number of vehicles allowed and provide notice to guests that violations of city codes and ordinances in regard to occupancy, parking, noise and trash disposal would subject them to tickets or citations.

The board recommends a separate false advertising ordinance that requires advertised occupancies to be consistent with those listed on the TPLE license. During public input, commission candidate John Chappie suggested the proposed ordinance also prohibit vacation rentals from advertising the non-allowed overnight use of public docks.

The board voted 4-2 against lowering the residential noise threshold from 55 decibels to 45 decibels between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m.

The only item in the document still to be discussed are stiffer penatlites for repeat violators, which will be discussed on at the Wednesday, Oct. 19, meeting.

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Laughs abound in south Texas comedy 'The Red Velvet Cake War,'

by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten, runs through Oct. 9 at the Island Players.

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

ANNA MARIA – The stage resounded with southern accents at the Island Players in “The Red Velvet Cake War.” The only exception was the German accent from Robin Rhodes’ portrayal of a psychologist who had her hands full keeping up with the rapid turn of events taking place in Sweetgum Texas.

Although sometimes heavy on dialogue, the play also had its share of action, including a ring-around-the-rosie chase reminiscent of those three funny Stooges from the 1940s.

The play begins to the side of the stage where Cee Cee Windham, played by Island Players veteran Laura Morales, presents Gaynelle Verdeen Bodeen, played by Judi King, whose husband ran off with his girlfriend and Gaynelle’s money. She was released from jail after driving her car through the girlfriend’s double-wide trailer and

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From left to right: The cast includes Jim Faltot, Miriam Ring, Cathy Hansel-Edgerton, Rick Kopp, Sadie Palmer, Robin Rhodes, Judi King, Joanie Anton, Vinnie Conte and Judy Keenan. Not pictured is Laura Morales. she looked awestruck as Cee Cee went over the recent details of her life.

The next scene takes place in Gaynelle’s house. In fact, get ready to see a lot of short scenes as the plot builds and the cast uses the wings of the stage to keep up.

LaMerle Verdeen Minshew, a role Cathy Hansel-Edgerton was made to play, decides to cancel the annual fam-

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ily reunion because of the scandal from Gaynelle’s broken marriage.

Enter Gaynelle’s sexy cousins, blonde Peaches Verdeen Belrose,played by Sadie Palmer who sounded a lot like Dolly Parton; brunette Bitsy Hargis, played

by Judy Keenan; and redhead Jimmie Wyvette Verdeen, played by Joanie Anton. They want to proceed with the reunion and not worry about how people

feel about Gaynelle’s “scandal.”

They confront LaMerle, whose red velvet cake is famous at family reunions, and in a fit of passion, Gaynelle bets she can make a better red velvet cake than LaMerle. In fact, she bets her house on it.

Rick Kopp plays a one-eyed handyman, Newt Blaylock, who becomes the object of some of the ladies, although it’s hard to figure out why. Vinnie Conte plays a rip-roaring sheriff and also Purvis Verdeen and Rhodes is at her best as the German psychologist, Else Dowdall who was hired to check Gaynell’s mental condition after her arrest.

Throw in a Texas twister and the story reaches its peak. You’ll have to see the play to find out how it ends.

The couple that stole the show was Aubrey Verdeen, played by Jim Faltot and Mama Doll Hargis, played delightfully by Miriam Ring. These two octogenarians chased each other around the set in a hilarious romantic fit of passion. They got a lot of the laughs.

The humor is fast-paced and you’ll leave with a smile on your face.

For more information, call the box office at 941-778-5755.

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Flood insurance do we even want to know

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t’s finally October and so far, our area has again been spared from the “big one.” Although we did experience flooding during Hurricane Hermine last month it was not crushing. However, none of that matters when it comes to the premium for your flood insurance where you will not be spared.

Let’s start with a little recap here for anyone who has deleted the details from their minds. In 2012 after hurricanes Katrina, Sandy and other major storms plunged the flood insurance program deeply into debt, Congress enacted the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012. The act was designed to remove government discounts and bring insurance rates charged for risky properties up to levels reflecting actual risk.

However, many homeowners of those risky properties received such large increases in their 2014 renewals that Congress was pressured to throttle back on the rate increases.

In addition, there was a fear of the housing market located in flood zones collapsing.

Castles in the Sand Louise Bolger The congressional fix was a 25 percent annual limit on rate increases for properties in flood hazard zones paid for with a new surcharge imposed on all property owners.

This temporary reprieve did stop the bleeding and the drama until now.

So this year as many of you already may know the flood insurance rates are increasing for all policyholders as the National Flood Insurance Program continues to dig itself out of the $24 billion in debt it has incurred. Out of the National Flood Insurance Program’s 5.1 million policies, about 1.8 million are written for properties in Florida.

Nationwide the flood insurance premiums are increasing an average of 9 percent

excluding some surcharges and fees said a spokeswoman for the Federal Emergency Management Agency back in April of this year. The increases are based on if the home was built prior to the 1980s, are in flood hazard zones or have been paying artificially low premiums since flood zone maps were first created in the 1980s.

The good news is homeowners won’t endure annual flood premiums immediately jumping five or six times, but year after year of flood rate increases of 9 percent to more than 20 percent are expected. Home buyers can expect their flood rates will double within four or five years, with the rates eventually reaching the government’s unsubsidized level.

And for most homeowners, flood insurance coverage is not an option since homeowners with mortgages backed by a federal lending guarantor such as Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac are required to carry flood insurance if they lie in a special flood hazard zone. Special flood

hazard zones are defined as being typically near the ocean or Gulf of Mexico, the Intracoastal Waterway, canals, rivers or other low-lying areas.

And because bad news follows other bad news a couple of weeks ago Florida regulators approved a rate hike for Citizens Insurance “the insurer of last resort.” Although private insurers have come into the State in recent years, Citizens still has nearly 500,000 customers. These homeowners can expect their rates to increase by an average of 6.4 percent next February. Citizens officials said they needed to raise rates to deal with rising claims associated with water loses not associated with storms in spite of the fact that Florida has been relatively hurricane free for the past ten years.

It seems that sometimes you just can’t get a break, even without storms the rates keep going up. Don’t be crushed by the latest crushing news; enjoy your water view and remember it’s almost November.

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New budget in effect The adopted budget shows a net gain of $24,335, with additional savings expected.

BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

BRADENTON BEACH – After multiple budget workshops and two public hearings, the Bradenton Beach City Commission adopted the 2016-17 budget for the fiscal year that began on Oct. 1.

With Mayor Bill Shearon absent with excuse at the final budget hearing on Sept.

22, the four commissioners unanimously approved the general fund budget and the accompanying Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) budget on final reading.

During the first budget hearing on Sept.

7 and prior budget workshops, Shearon consistently opposed the proposed general fund budget, saying he believed that capital improvement expenditures carried over from previous budget years would create a deficit budget – an opinion not shared by the other commissioners or City Treasurer Shayne Thompson.

The adopted budget anticipates $2,999,211 in total revenues. With $2,770,876 in total general fund expenditures and $204,000 for capital projects and reserves expenditures, to-

tal projected expenses are $2,974,876, which produces an anticipated net gain of $24,335.

The CRA budget that the mayor and commission unanimously agreed to amend on Sept. 7 before final adoption on Sept. 22 includes $250,000 for a new floating dock, $15,000 for consulting services and $25,000 to update the CRA plan. The adopted CRA budget lists $386,142 in projected revenues and $413,007 in expenditures, and, according to Thompson, the current CRA fund balance is $1.32 million.

Before final adoption of the general fund budget, Commissioner Jake Spooner said, “There’s been concern that without raising the millage rate we were possibly going to be in a deficit. Right now it shows we have a surplus of $24,000. And then you look at the Sun Trail, which I believe is on the back burner for now because we didn’t get the Tiger Grant: $81,000 was allocated for that in the budget and another $12,500 in the CRA budget, so that adds another $93,000 to the $24,000.

“On top of that, with the floating dock the $250,000 was for both sides and we found out we could only do one side, so now we’re looking at another $125,000 from there. So we’re really in good shape; I just wanted to clear that up,” he said.

Commissioner Jan Vosburgh agreed and Vice Mayor Ed Straight said, “Some of the

money being taken out of the general fund was put into the general fund for certain reasons. That was the only place it could be put and I want to make sure that’s clear.”

Thompson verified the accuracy of Straight’s statement and said, “That’s correct.

It was committed for a certain purpose.”

Revenues

The budget is based on the same 2.3329 millage rate used in recent years, which means property owners will pay $2.33 for every $1,000 in assessed property value, and due to increased property values, will see their city property taxes increase on average by 8.54 percent.

The projected $1.18 million in ad valorem taxes is the city’s single largest source of revenue. The budget also projects $399,000 in stormwater revenues and grants; $160,500 in franchise fees and utilities taxes; $122,786 in police revenues; $93,800 in half-cent sales tax revenues; $81,850 in pier revenues; $80,426 in streets and roads revenues, including $66,426 from the various half-cent gasoline taxes; and $54,000 in city-issued occupational license fees.

The budget projects $62,500 in planning and zoning revenues and $150,000 in building permit and plan fees, which could be impacted by a proposed six-month building

moratorium to be decided by city voters in November.

Expenditures

The city’s largest projected expenses include the $1.02 million budgeted for the police department; $498,288 for the Administration Department; and $358,769 for the Planning and Building Department; the figures include the 8 percent salary increase supported by the commissioners and opposed by the mayor.

Salaries and expenses for the Public Works Department are included in the $256,671 budgeted for streets and roads, the $130,000 budgeted for stormwater expenditures and the $76,889 for facilities expenditures.

The $157,733 budgeted for stormwater management expenditures includes wages page to the city engineer. Two of the lowest categorical expenses are the $133,371 allotted for the commission, which includes $31,800 in total salaries for the five members; and $69,235 for Code Enforcement.

The $204,000 budgeted for capital projects and reserves expenditures includes $81,000 for the AMI Sun Trail; $60,000 for police radios; $30,000 for street-end improvements; $23,000 for the 12th Street seawall and dock; and $10,000 for Herb Dolan Park.

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red tide: continues to plague AMI

Take precautions against red tide

FROM PAGE 1

said. “The Gulf water is a more favorable color and there’s a northeast wind coming.”

That was then.

By Monday, conditions had deteriorated.

“We thought we had it under control,” he said. “I raked the beaches Sunday and there were a lot of dead fish on the beach at Bean Point.”

Taylor said they planne d on using a second rake, but there’s another problem.

“We need another rolloff (dumpster) because all of the ones we have are full and we’re running out of room to put the dead fish.”

Taylor said he hoped an expected northeast wind from the presence of Hurricane Matthew – if it goes east of the Florida Peninsula – would push the red tide out into the Gulf.

Meanwhile, the county’s public beaches are open, according to Manatee County Marine Rescue Chief Joe Westerman.

“They can enjoy the beach and even go in the water, which we don’t recommend,” Westerman said. “Locals might

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Sunday's storms, seen here approaching the Anna Maria City Pier, briefly helped give the Island some relief from the red tide by blowing the algae back out into the Gulf. stay away but if you’re from Europe and you travelled all the way to Manatee County, you’d probably want to go to the beach.” He said some people were doing that Monday.

As for the lifeguards, they are out there doing their job.

“They have masks they can wear,” he

said. “If it gets real bad, we put them on a shift of one hour in the tower and one hour out of it.”

No effective remedy for red tide, a natural phenomenon, has been discovered.

Visit www.mote.org/beaches to monitor red tide at the beaches.

• People with asthma and other respiratory conditions should bring their inhalers to the beach or avoid the area.

• People affected by red tide up to five miles inland from Anna Maria Island are advised to close their windows and run their air conditioners.

• Swimming is not advised, as some swimmers experience skin irritation and rashes after swimming in red tide. Swimming in water where dead fish are present also exposes swimmers to elevated bacteria levels.

• Sea foam contains a high concentration of red tide; exposure to foam along the shoreline can cause skin and eye irritation.

• Shellfish like clams, oysters, and coquinas that are harvested from areas with red tide should not be eaten because shellfish are filter feeders that concentrate the toxins produced by red tide. Scallops can be consumed if only the scallop muscle is eaten; scallop stew using the whole animal should not be consumed.

• Crabs, shrimp and lobster can be consumed because they do not concentrate the red tide toxin. Shellfish available through restaurants and commercial food suppliers are considered safe to consume.

Source: Florida Department of Health

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Turtle tips During sea turtle season, May 1 – Oct. 31, please follow these tips: • Turn off lights visible from the beach and close blinds from sundown to sunrise; lights confuse nesting sea turtles and may cause them to go back to sea and drop their eggs in the water, where they won’t hatch. Light can also attract hatchlings away from the water. • Don’t use flashlights, light sticks, or cell phone or camera flashes on the beach at night. • Remove all objects from the sand from sundown to sunrise; they can deter sea turtles from nesting and disorient hatchlings. • Fill in the holes you dig in the sand before leaving the beach; they can trap nesting and hatching sea turtles, which cannot live long out of the water. • Don’t use sky lanterns or fireworks; they litter the beach and Gulf. • Do not trim trees and plants that shield the beach from lights. • Never touch a sea turtle; it’s the law.

If you see people disturbing turtles, call the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Wildlife Alert hotline at 888-404-FWCC (3922).

Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

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bert harris: Purchase contract submitted FROM PAGE 1

erty and the sale is subject to a successful inspection,” he added.

“They’re getting a contract that is a standard Florida Bar and Florida Board of Realtors approved as-is contract. It’s subject to the normal things a contract is subject to when you purchase a house such as inspections, a reasonable period of time to obtain financing and a reasonable period of time for closing. There’s nothing out of the ordinary here. We didn’t dream up a contract to send to them,” Murphy said.

The purchase price includes all the furnishings shown in the appraisal; and according to Murphy, the contract can be assigned to another party at the city’s discretion if someone else wishes to purchase the property.

Murphy said he was not yet at liberty to discuss how the city would fund or finance the purchase.

If the sale is carried out, this would mark the first time the city has purchased a rental property in order to settle a Bert Harris claim.

The city commission-approved purchase offer was submitted to 117 Willow LLC in writing on Sept. 13 as an alternative to the 14-person occupancy limit the property owners sought in their claim.

As of Friday, 117 Willow LLC was the only one of the 20 property owners who received purchase offers to take the city up on the offers made as an alternative to the two persons per bedroom plus two additional guests occupancy limit the city was also offering.

As of Friday, the city had received 70 Bert Harris claims, including two that day from

the Najmy Thompson firm that day, seeking a total of $23.7 million for lost property value in the event that acceptable occupancy limits cannot be agreed upon.

According to purchase offer City Attorney Becky Vose sent to attorney Aaron Thomas on Sept. 13, the city will honor all existing rental agreements in place as of that date, which currently extend through May 2017.

The purchase offer also states the city will continue to use the existing rental agent as long as the firm is offering its services at a generally accepted, reasonable local rate.

If the sale is consummated, the city would receive the rental revenue generated by the property, minus the percentage paid to the rental agent.

When asked if the city’s rental agent

would be asked to try to fill any open dates between now and May, Murphy said that would make sense from a business standpoint.

Murphy was asked if owning a vacation rental might provide the city the opportunity to ensure that the property is utilized in full accordance with the city’s vacation rental ordinance.

“Absolutely,” he said.

As for what happens once any existing rental contracts expire, Murphy said, “We’ll cross that bridge when we come to it.”

In regard to concerns taxpayers might have about the city purchasing vacation rental properties, Murphy said, “I’m confident the city’s headed in the right direction in the resolution of these Bert Harris claims.”

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Shown here at a court hearing in early September, the parties involved in a pier-related lawsuit are now on the verge of an out-of-court settlement agreement.

bazzy: settlement proposed FROM PAGE 1

The settlement agreement signed by the Bazzys was distributed to commission members late last week. On Saturday morning, Shearon e-mailed City Clerk Terri Sanclemente and asked that the settlement agreement be added to the agenda and the meeting packet for the Thursday, Oct. 6 commission meeting that had previously been distributed with no mention of a pending commission vote on the settlement.

A copy of the agreement obtained from Shearon later in the day revealed the settlement terms.

The terms

“The parties desire to avoid incurring costs of litigation and seek amicably to resolve the dispute between them,” the agreement states.

Filed in November, 2015, the lawsuit stemmed from the Bazzys’ allegations that the non-public, preliminary lease term discussions that took place after the commission selected AMOB as its preferred pier tenant violated state Sunshine Law in regard to public meetings and public negotiations.

Mayor Jack Clarke, City Attorney Ricinda Perry, AMOB CEO John Horne

and Horne’s attorney were the participants in those private discussions that resulted in AMOB increasing their offer and agreeing to lease all three cityowned spaces at the Historic Bridge Street Pier, rather than just the restaurant space as they originally proposed.

These terms were then approved by the city commission during two public hearings in August and September 2015.

“Bazzy acknowledges that the city disputes that a violation of Sunshine Law occurred, but agrees that whether or not a Sunshine Law violation actually occurred, the actions of the city at meetings beginning in August of 2015 and continuing through the execution of this agreement is sufficient to have cured any such violation and have cured all issues. This settlement agreement and the settlement agreement payment being made are without any admission of liability or wrongdoing by the city and are made purely by way of compromise and settlement,” the agreement states.

The agreement requires payment from the city be made in full to the Harrison Kirkland law firm within 30 days of the agreement being approved and finalized.

Not including the pending settlement payment, the city has already spent approximately $38,000 on attorney fees related to this case. Several months ago, Horne said he had already spent more than $10,000, and that amount has increased

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due to the additional hearings and legal actions that have occurred since then.

The agreement's mutual release clause states that upon payment, the parties fully and forever release, discharge and consent not to sue each other with respect to any and all actions, claims, demands, damages and expenses resulting from or relating to the issues and facts raised in the lawsuit. The mutual release also pertains to heirs, successors, affiliates and related entities.

The settlement does not require the city to issue a new request for proposals (RFP) for the two smaller spaces AMOB subleases to Paradise Boat Tours and Coastal Gifts and Jewelry. The issuance of a new RFP for the lease of the two secondary spaces was one of the corrective actions the Bazzys sought in their lawsuit.

The Bazzys were among those who responded to the original request for proposals the city issued in June 2015.

The Bazzy proposal included all three buildings and offered the highest monthly lease payments, but also included a restaurant concept presented by Allan Bazzy that called for the restaurant service to be provided collectively by various other Bridge Street restaurants, none of whom publically expressed interest in participating in the proposed cooperative endeavor.

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OCTOBER 5, 2016

Progressive Cabinetry shuts the door on Moss Builders

BY MONICA SIMPSON SPECIAL TO THE SUN

The rain could not stop the adult footballers at The Center Thursday night. However, the lightning most certainly did, but not until half time of the second game of the night. Fans, family and friends were able to witness the first game of the night, the Mosses versus the Shaughnessys, two of the Island families in the league.

It was a matchup of speed and quick execution in the battle between Moss Builders and Progressive Cabinetry. The passing stats of both skilled quarterbacks and team captains Ryan Moss and Tim Shaughnessy were toeto-toe with 175 and 180 passing yards, respectively.

The game ultimately came down to flag pulls and the head-to-head match up between Moss Builders’ Chad Woods and Pat Calvary for Progressive Cabinetry.

With Moss Builders missing two critical players, Mike Gillum and Andrew Terman, the team relied heavily upon the skills of the patriarch of the Moss family, Ed Moss; the defensive prowess of Emily Moss and Rainia Lardas; and the speed of Jordan Ganey.

The first half of the game was a scoring festival for both teams. Setting the tone for the game, Jason Garden intercepted the second down pass of R. Moss. Progressive Cabinetry quickly capitalized with a touchdown to P. Calvary with a perfect extra point conversion to immediately put seven points on the scoreboard.

After the snap to R. Moss, a quick pass to E. Moss behind the line of scrimmage gave Moss Builders play options on their second offensive possession of the game. E. Moss quickly got the football back to his son. Being patient and not finding an open receiver, R. Moss ran the ball the length of the field past P. Calvary, who could not make the flag pull, scoring the touchdown. Moss Builders made the extra point tying the ballgame 7-7.

Playing without their solid player Caleb Roberts, Progressive Cabinetry returned to their offensive playbook hitting D. Calvary for the quick pass and first down yardage gain on the run after. Husband, P. Calvary, gained his own rushing yardage on the second down play moving the ball within striking distance from the goal line.

After accidentally getting struck in the head by the elbow of T. Shaughnessy, R. Moss came off the field to get

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Above, Moss Builders' Emily Moss and Chad Woods give Pat Calvary, of Progressive Cabinetry, no where to go Thursday night. Right Making a leaping catch, Progressive Cabinetry's Pat Calvary helps take his team to victory. his head wrapped up allowing him to continue in the game. Continuing play, Ganey put the pressure on the Progressive QB. Cool headed, T. Shaughnessy found the hands of Garden who easily walked the ball into the end zone for the third touchdown of the game advancing the score to 14-7 with the point after.

With three minutes left on the clock, Moss Builders marched the football down the field, with a first down throw to E. Moss, followed by the touchdown catch and run by Woods who finished the game with 115 total yards. The missed extra point catch left Progressive Cabinetry ahead in the game by one point.

The next two possessions by each of the teams in the first half came up see sports, page 59

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short, leaving the score 14-13 with 20 minutes left to play in the game.

As the rains continued to challenge the players, P. Calvary showed his team and opponents why he is considered one of the strongest players in the league. Taking the quick pitch, the Progressive Cabinetry powerhouse sped down the entire length of the field being chased by Moss Builders’ Woods, but his speed just could not be matched on the touchdown play.

Moss Builders’ offense returned to the field hoping to close the gap on the eight-point deficit. After three snaps of the ball, the team found themselves back on defense.

Offensive possession went back and forth as the weather made it more difficult for both teams to cleanly execute their plays. Mike Shaughnessy took snaps giving the ball to his son T. Shaughnessy hoping to give him the option to run. Daughter Brianna Shaughnessy provided defensive pressure helping her to team to maintain their lead in the game.

For the last score of the game, M. Shaughnessy made the quick pitch to P. Calvary, who ended the night with 155 receiving yards. The speed of P. Calvary was just too much for R. Moss and Ganey who had no chance of stopping the touchdown. Sealing the deal with the extra point, Garden moved the score to 28-13 with less than three minutes on the clock.

Despite the valiant effort of Moss Builders, the win was just not in their reach. Another top team fell to Progressive Cabinetry who looks like the team to beat this season at the Island’s community center.

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The father and son team of Mike and Tim Shaughnessy stop the forward progress of Moss Builders' Chad Woods.

Sun Scoreboard Tuesday, September 27 Youth Soccer: 8-to 10-Year Old League Mason Martin Builders Cloud Pest Control

6 5

Bins Be Clean Gulf Bay Realty

3 2

Thursday, September 29 Adult Co-Ed Flag Football Moss Builders Progressive Cabinetry

13 (3-2) 28 (4-1)

Games Not Played Due to Weather Coldwell Banker (2-2) Beach House Real Estate (2-2) Anna Maria CrossFit (1-3) Blake Medical Center (1-3)

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QB Ryan Moss, injured in the first half, gets the football in the air despite the pressure of Progressive Cabinetry's Brianna Shaughnessy

Tyler’s Ice Cream (1-3) Mason Martin (3-1)

Golfers compete at Key Royale Club Here’s a recap of golf at Key Royale Club, in Holmes Beach.

Kent Newbold and Dan Richardson tied for first place in Monday’s modified Stapleford contest with a score of +4.

On Tuesday, the ladies competed. The low net winners were: Flight A 1) Lori Waggoner.

28 2) Margrit Layh.

30 Flight B. 1) Debbie Richardson. 28 2). Terry Westby.

33 Birdies: Debi Wohlers on #1; Lori Waggoner on #6; Penny Williams on #6 Chip-Ins: Debi Wohlers on #1; Lori Waggoner on #6; Penny Williams on #6 Game of the Day was Low Putts: Debbie Richardson had 14 total putts.

John Cassese, Mike Gillie and Kent Newbold won Thursday’s scramble with a score of 28, 4 under par.

For more information about Key Royale Club, call 778-3055.

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Across 1 Shot in the dark 5 Mild expletive 9 Contraction used with “up” 14 Confining room 15 River originating in Manchuria 16 Assails 17 Woodstock performer before Joan 18 Sci-fi guru 19 Rodeo maker 20 Number on some beer bottles?

23 Make even the slightest comment 24 Hall of Famer Musial 25 Some suits, briefly 28 Egg foo __ 30 Depot worker 32 Flight regulatory org.

35 Washateria wear?

38 “__ turca: allegretto”: Mozart rondo 40 “Is that __?”

41 Floor option 42 Musical work played where Brits go?

47 Sci-fi craft 48 Exotic journey 49 Kennel calls 51 Terrestrial wiggler 52 Storm sound 55 Jefferson bills, slangily 59 Smokeless chimney duct?

61 Courts in some hotels 64 Bend for a swan, maybe 65 Woodworking tool 66 Contemporary of Beethoven 67 Trouser parts

68 Chatted with online 69 Quirky 70 2015 World Serieswinning manager Ned 71 Much of the MTV generation Down 1 Natural skin protection 2 __ firma 3 Way in the back, often 4 Pass easily 5 Prestigious NASCAR venue 6 Lima love 7 Many Renoirs 8 Foster __: sunglasses brand 9 Self-titled 1987 pop album 10 Diner concoction 11 Phil Mickelson’s alma mater: Abbr.

12 Toon devil 13 “The Simpsons” disco guy 21 Subject of an evil negotiation 22 “Dumb and Dumber” actress

Answers to 09-28-16 Crossword Puzzle.

25 Parental control device 26 Italian soccer great Rossi 27 Dash datum 29 Tortilla chip topper, informally 31 It’s not observed in P.R. 32 Pseudo 33 “Half __ is ... “ 34 On high 36 San Antonio-to-Dallas dir.

37 Small craft 39 Picasso’s here 43 Picking site 44 Giza’s river 45 Like the maximum sum 46 Multinational energy gp.

50 Less, when added?

53 To an adequate degree 54 __ diet 56 Versifier’s weather 57 Calculus pioneer 58 Origins 59 Echelon 60 Touring jobs 61 “What a darling baby!”

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SHELL DELIVERED AND spread $50/yd. Hauling all kinds of gravel, mulch, top soil with free estimates. Call Larry at 941-795-7775, "shell phone" 941-720-0770

WALY PRECISION PAINTING custom painting, pressure washing, commercial/residential, interior/exterior, drywall/stucco, Licensed & insured. Call 941-448-1928 or 941-580-4005 www.

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LOST & FOUND

“WIZARD OF WALLS” Established 1980 Prompt quality service.

Paperhanging/removal Faux finishes. Interior painting. Mary Bell 941794-0455

LOST TENNIS BRACELET Gold with Diamonds around. Near Dog Park or Publix. REWARD! Call 941778-2494 FOUND SET OF KEYS in water off Bayfront Park.

Call Bob 941-778-3986 LOST WOMAN'S PRESCRIPTION glasses, brown frame.

Lost on beach around 72nd street. On Monday the July 25. Call 260-6029866 LOST MAN’S SILVER Wedding Ring, silver with stones mounted. Lost at Coquina Beach near restrooms. Please Call 813413-3373 LOST BRACELET Heavy silver with multi colored stones at Harrington House Bed & Breakfast. REWARD! Call 949-939-3340 LOST WHITE GOLD diamond ring. Antique looking. It has a hinge which opens up. Sentimental value. REWARD. Call 941504-9502

BAYSIDE COMMERCIAL PAINTING. David Padyani Call 941-565-9446 or Larry Zimmer 941-2248123 Licensed & Insured

PERSONAL TRAINING CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER and Island resident with "10 years" of in- home training experience. Specializing in "balance" and "functional" exercises for a long healthy life. "Get Fit with Stephanie."

CALL 941-302-1797

PETS ARE YOU WANTING to vacation and not worry if your pet is lonely. I will overnight in your home, so your animal can stay in his own environment. Home Sitting is also available. Great References.

Call Mary 941-405-2496

POOL SERVICES

MOVING & STORAGE

FOUR SEASONS POOL SERVICE. AMI & West Bradenton. Certified Pool Operator. Residential/commercial. Chemical Service Licensed & Insured. Call Dennis Clark 941-737-5657

MARTIN’S MOVING YOUR Island movers! Offering dependable, competitive rates. No hidden costs. 941-809-5777.

TWO MEN and a TRUCK. Movers who care. Local and Long distance. www. twomen.com Call 941-3591904. We sell boxes!

PAINTING & WALLCOVERING PAINT! PAINT! AND MORE 28 years of experienced interior/exterior custom painting. Pressure cleaning, drywall repairs and texture finishes. Many Island references. Please call Neil for free estimates.

941-812-0507

COLE'S TROPICAL POOL SERVICE Call Cole Bowers for all your pool maintenance needs!

Affordable and Dependable!! 941-713-1893

REAL ESTATE HOMES & CONDOS FOR SALE LOOKING FOR A highly motivated real estate broker to buy or sell your next home? Darcie Duncan, Broker Duncan Real Estate a lifelong island resident bringing success to her customers for 26 years. Proven track record, brings you results! 941-725-1589

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W. BRADENTON CONDO 4000sq.ft. Canal front Bay view 3+BR/3.5BA Bonus room dock lift 2 car Island Real Estate Call AL Galletto 941-2322216 STARTING FROM THE UPPER 200’s. Only minutes from the beach, this new active adult community is perfectly located just south of Manatee Ave, off Village Green Pkwy. Perfectly designed, open 2BR or 3BR/2BA plus den & 2CG floor plans. Luxurious amenities, pool, spa, gym, pickle ball and fenced-in dog park. HOA only $190/month. Models open daily. Contact us 941-254-3330 www.MirabellaFlorida.com 106 WILLOW RENOVATED Cottage. 1 in from Beach, beautiful pool/spa. Lush landscaping $1,245,000.

Call Charles Buky Coldwell Banker 941-228-6086 FIND REAL ESTATE at brokersandra.com. Call Sandra Glantz 941-7999229 Licensed Real Estate Professional with Wagner Realty. Call for Free Market Analysis.

"ISLAND GULF FRONT For Sale” 1940 Cottage 2BR/1BA with 1BR/1BA Apartment. Direct Gulf Front 100X50 plus 2 100X50 Submerged Lots.

Located AT 3005 Ave F Holmes Beach $2,250,000.

Contact ken@ward-mitchell.com

RENTALS: ANNUAL ANNUAL RENTALS WANTED! We have well qualified tenants for beach/mainland annual rentals, Full management or Finders fee. Call today for details. Ask for Ed. DUNCAN REAL ESTATE 941-779-0304 www.teamduncan.com

WEST BRADENTON San Remo 4011 Plumosa Terrace 2BR/2BA/1CG on Salt Water Canal. W/D hookups, Large lanai & yard plus dock Bring your boat! $2000/mo unfurnished.

First, Last & Security. Credit check. Call JoAnn 941-8092488

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RENTALS: ANNUAL ANNUAL RENTAL and CONDOMINIUM Association management serviced by (2) offices open 7 days a week! Contact junew@ islandreal.com – 941-3451295 - Island Real Estate of Anna Maria Island, Inc. WEST BAY COVE groundlevel furnished 2BR/2BA annual lease at $1600/mo.

Palma Sola Trace townhouse 2BR/2BA w/garage and W/D $1375mo. Studio in Holmes Beach $750/mo.

Call A Paradise 941-7784800 BRING YOUR BOAT to this 3BR/2BA ranch w/2 car gar. on canal in East Bradenton. Waterfront home has dock, 11,000 # boatlift, fireplace, large lanai & split plan. Just minutes to I-75 with large fenced, shady back yard. $1750/ mo. Call June at Island Real Estate - 941-778-6066

Call us today! 941-778-3986

ANNUAL RENTAL: BEAUTIFULLY remodeled Bradenton Beach 2BR/2BA $1800/mo plus utilities. Call Dennis 941-448-7793

ANNUAL RENTAL HOLMES BEACH 1/2 Duplex close to Beach & Restaurants $1400/mo with Washer/ Dryer, large deck, storage.

Small pets allowed. Call 941-704-4591

RENTALS: SEASONAL & VACATION

ANNUAL RENTAL, BRADENTON BEACH, 1BR/1BA, great location, bay in back, beach in front, swimming pool, fishing, $1150/mo.

No pets, No smoking, Available Nov.1, 2016, Call 603-969-6840 ANNUAL 3BR/2BA TOWNHOME on Anna Maria island. On Site Parking. Nice Views, steps to the beach. $1800/mo. Tenant Pays All utilities. Call 941-7828556 if interested Ask for Mike. Leave Message

TIFFANY PLACE Gulf Front Condo for Rent Incredible views from living room and master bedroom. 2BR/2BA Green Real Estate Call 941-778-0455

ANNA MARIA ISLAND, Fl Condos. Pool beach access, fully equipped $650-$800/ wk Redekercondos.com 941-704-7525 or 941-7781915

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WILLKOMMEN AUF AMI! Besuchen Sie Island Real Estate in einem unserer Inselbüros (6101 Marina Drive oder 419 Pine Ave) mit unserem deutschsprachigen Reservierungsservice und erhalten ein freies Island Real Estate Baseball Cap! Wir geben Ihnen gerne mehr Auskunft über unsere 250 ausgewählte Feriendomizile für Ihren nächsten Urlaub!

TRANSPORTATION AMI TAXI metered-on-callcards accepted. Airport: Tampa $85, Sarasota $35, Clearwater $75, Fort Meyers $150, Orlando $150.

Call 800-301-4816. amitaxi4u@gmail.com, www. amitaxi.com

ANYTIME TRANSPORTATION to all airports, appointments, casino, cruises, etc. Tampa $60. Sarasota $30. Pets welcome. Very dependable. Reasonable rates. Contact Jeanne.

941-779-5095 ADMIRAL TOWN CAR Professional chauffeur, taxi prices! Airports (1@ $75, 10 $150 to Tampa), Appointments anywhere.

Credit cards accepted. Phil 941-320-1120 admiraltowncar@gmail.com, Licensed & Insured ROGER'S AIRPORT SERVICE. Tampa, St. Pete/ Clearwater, Sarasota/ Bradenton. Call Roger 941773-1469

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