City reports on issues with phone lines

The city of Sanibel reported that as it continues to deal with the impact from Hurricane Ian, it is experiencing issues with multiple phone lines due to physical damage to Lumen phone lines

“We apologize for any inconvenience caused by these line issues,” city officials said

The city asked that the public use the following numbers:

For more information about hurricane recovery and other services provided by F I S H , contact Espinoza at 239-472-4775 For more information about F I S H , visit https://www fishofsancap org/ dation for supporting the summer reading program,” Executive Director Margaret Mohundro said “I think earning of books for Golisano patients is an example of the wonderful generosity of islanders and continues their giving legacy ”

The program will run from June 3 to July 29 Locals and visitors are welcome to take part

Summer in-person programs for elementary-aged children are planned for most Tuesday afternoons, with Storytimes f o r y o u n g e r c h i l d r e n o n W e d n e s d a y mornings. Family-friendly feature films will be shown on Monday afternoons Some school-aged programs include visits from the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum, Clinic for the Rehabilitation of

Wildlife and Sanibel Fire and Rescue District, along with a mammal program w i t h l i v e b a t s , M a s t e r S t o r y t e l l e r W i n d e l l Campell and more

∫ 239-472-4135: Administrative Services/HR, City Manager, City Council, City Clerk/Legislative Department, IT/MIS, Natural Resources and Public Works

∫ 239-472-9615: Finance

∫ 239-472-4555: Building Department

∫ 239-472-4136: Planning Department

∫ 239-472-0345, 239-472-0302 or 239-3951860: Recreation Department

The city also asked that the public not use the main City Hall number (239-472-3700) or the main Public Works number (239-472-6397) until notified of restoration

Teens and 'tweens grades sixth to 12th can look forward to Thursday evening programs, including an escape room, potluck, craft programs, and trivia

“I am really looking forward to meeting more families and can’t wait to start t h e S u m m e r R e a d i n g P r o g r a m , ”

Children's Librarian Megan Willis said. “Many exciting presenters are booked, including the Didgeridoo Down Under music program and the robot 'dog' from Lee County Sheriff’s Office ”

For the most up-to-date information, visit the calendar at www sanlib org Library cards are available to residents of Sanibel and Lee County at no charge Visitor library cards are available for a $10 annual fee

The Sanibel Public Library is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a m to 5 p m

For more information, call 239-4722483 or visit www sanlib org

The Sanibel Public Library is at 770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel holders on weekdays, weekends and holidays.

∫ The boat ramp is open to the public (non-permit holders) on weekdays that are not holidays for a $40 daily fee

∫ There is no beach access at the Sanibel Boat Ramp at this time

∫ Commercial use of the boat ramp is prohibited

∫ Fines for violations at the boat ramp are $250

Roadside parking on Sanibel is not allowed except in the case of special events requiring a permit. It is enforced and can result in a $150 fine

Some beach park facilities on Sanibel are still closed. For more information on S a n i b e l b e a c h e s , v i s i t h t t p s : / / w w w m y s a n i b e l c o m / g o v e r n m e n t / p u b l i c - w o r k sd e p a r t m e n t / u s e f u l - l i n k s / p a r k s - p u b l i cbeaches

Dewatering of a pool or spa directly into a waterbody, into the city’s stormwater system or onto any third-party’s property without the third party’s consent is expressly prohibited

Solicitation is not allowed on Sanibel Please share any photos of solicitation hang tags to police@mysanibel.com or use Tip411

Repor ting suspicious activity

Anonymous tips regarding crimes or suspicious activity can be submitted via Tip411:

∫ Text the keyword SANIBEL then your tip to 847411

∫ W e b t i p s c a n b e s u b m i t t e d a t https://www tip411 com/tips/new?alert g roup id=22450.

∫ Use the free “Sanibel PD” app for your Android or iOS device

The SPD's non-emergency line is 239472-3111

F i n d t h e S P D o n F a c e b o o k a t https://www facebook com/SanibelPolice

Registration still open for Fun Days and summer camp

The Sanibel Recreation Center is still accepting registrations for its Fun Days on June 7-9 from 8 a m to 5:30 p m and its Summer Day Camp, which will run weekly from June 12 through July 28 on Monday through Friday from 8 a m to 5:30 p m

Fun Days will offer a variety of farm-themed craft activities, games and swim time

Enrollment is available for kindergartners through eighth-graders

Each child will need to bring a lunch, water, swimsuit, goggles, towel and sunscreen

For June 7, the cost is $36 75 for members and $49 for non-members for those registered by today, May 31 The cost is $38 25 for members and $51 for non-members for those registered on or after June 1

For June 8, the cost is $36.75 for members and $49 for non-members for those registered by June 1

The cost is $38 25 for members and $51 for nonmembers for those registered on or after June 2

For June 9, the cost is $36 75 for members and $49 for non-members for those registered by June 2

The cost is $38 25 for members and $51 for nonmembers for those registered on or after June 3

This year's Florida-themed Summer Day Camp will include swim time, crafts, inflatable fun, trips to on-island businesses, activities with the Sanibel Sea School, special guests, and more Campers will also take weekly field trips to offsite locations, such as 31 P r o d u c e , S u n - N - F u n L a g o o n , S p r i n g t i m e F a r m s ,

Iguanaland, Skatium and more

Registration is open to children entering kindergarten through eighth grade

Breakfast and lunch will be provided daily Campers will need to bring water, a swimsuit, towel, goggles and sunscreen each day

The cost per week for members is: $135 for early bird registration, at least 14 calendar days prior to the start of the program; $162 for on-time registration, seven to 14 days prior to the start of the program; and $168.75 for late registration, less than seven days prior to the start of the program

The cost per week for non-members is: $174 for early bird registration, at least 14 calendar days prior to the start of the program; $209 for on-time registration, seven to 14 days prior to the start of the program; and $217 50 for late registration, less than seven days prior to the start of the program

F o r t h e r e g i s t r a t i o n p a c k e t , v i s i t https://web1 myvscloud com/images/flsanibel/youth program registration form pdf? csrf token=f3200f e914cb798e45590b7ba36d0b6e4a71e69f8c558e7 884e8b066bc0be2b5.

T o v i e w t h e s u m m e r c a m p f l y e r , v i s i t https://files constantcontact com/97af97e6001/a829 ade3-81ab-40fe-bea8-0a1067ed39dc pdf

The center offers daily, weekly, semi-annual and annual memberships

For more information or to register, call 239-4720302 or 239-395-1860 or visit www mysanibel com

The Sanibel Recreation Center is at 3880 SanibelCaptiva Road, Sanibel