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MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

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Kids’ definition of a terrible Halloween is only being able to wear a costume once. So, the City of Marathon staged a special Halloween party at the park this Saturday so Alex, among others, could show off his Ironman outfit. To see more photos, turn to page 12. For the lowdown on Halloween activites, turn to page 16. GABRIEL SANCHEZ/Keys Weekly

MOVING FORWARD WHILE PRESERVING OUR ISLAND PARADISE WE MUST ALSO

• Continue to address our Marathon citizens’ concerns • Preserve our changing environment & protect our resources • Improve our Long Term and Strategic Planning • Strive to solve the lack of affordable housing • Improve adherence to grant requirements and project funding cycles

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MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

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MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016 GABRIEL SANCHEZ

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The Weekly snuck into Marathon Community Theater’s story slam this past weekend to listen in on the local raconteurs. The theme for the evening was underwater (literally and figuratively). Story tellers competed for cash and gift prizes, while enjoying drinks, popcorn, and laughs. After the dust settled, contestants spilled the beans about their underwater adventures. We asked …

What was the moral of the story? The winner of the story slam, Carl Carlson, said, “In 40 years of fishing, I’ve never had a crazier day than when shark fishing caused a heart attack for my old buddy Ray.”

“Laughter is better than crack. That’s why I like the theater, it keeps me off drugs,” quipped John Schaefer.

“There’s a Dave Barry quote that says, ‘Staying on the surface [of the ocean] all the time is like going to the circus and staring at the outside of the tent.’ I called my story Under the Big Top thanks in part to that,” said Judy Manning.

RE-ELECT

“Doc Dan” ZIEG for MARATHON

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“Teach your wife what the ‘no air’ sign means before you go diving,” laughed Tom O’Neil.

DocDanZieg@gmail.com Jackie O’Neil said, “That even an unexpected moment during my first dive could end up being magical.” Jackie was lucky enough to come across a pair of turtles … uh … “hugging.”

DOC DAN ZIEG @ by Daniel “Doc Dan” Zieg for Marathon City Council

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Embrace ‘Energiewende’

Vote ‘no’ on Amendment 1

A generation of Germans picked up the renewable torch that the Reagan administration tossed aside … and renamed it “die Energiewende.” The word translates simply as “energy change.” But there’s nothing simple about the Energiewende. It calls for an end to the use of fossil fuels and nuclear power and embraces clean, renewable energy sources such as solar, wind and biomass. Most Americans just assume that the only way to get power is from a few large generating plants, usually owned by corporate utilities operating as monopolies. Not so in Germany. Decentralizing electricity was at the core of the example of the revolutionary movement known as the Energiewende. Decentralization rewarded people who installed solar panels on their roofs, or invested in cooperatives that bought wind turbines, by paying them for the energy they produced. Let’s have an energy change in the United States with Florida leading the way. Don’t let the utilities control solar power in the Sunshine State. Vote “No” in November on Amendment 1 and make solar the decentralized power source it should be.

Last Stand opposes Florida Amendment 1 and is recommending a “no” vote on Nov. 8. This Amendment, titled the “Rights of Electricity Consumers Regarding Solar Energy Choice,” was drafted by statewide utilities in order to control how Floridians can install and use solar panels on their own properties. The campaign to pass the Amendment is funded by Florida Power and Light, Duke Energy and Tampa Electric and is designed to protect their monopoly markets and profits. Florida is one of only five states that specifically prohibit companies from installing solar panels on homes or businesses and then selling the power directly to the consumer, bypassing the utilities. These utilities want the constitution to perpetuate their strangle hold on the right to sell electricity even if the effect is to restrict expansion of solar power installations throughout the state. … Amendment 1 will make this state of affairs permanent by putting the language in the Florida constitution. … Florida doesn’t need Amendment 1. Existing law gives Floridians the right to purchase or lease solar equipment and allows net metering, where utilities credit a retail rate to customers generating excess solar power that is returned to the electric grid. The constitutional changes in Amendment 1 are not in the best interest of Florida residents. Last Stand joins a large bipartisan group of organizations recommending a NO vote for Amendment 1.

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If you want more solar power in Florida, vote “no” on Amendment 1. The proponents of Amendment 1 are for-profit corporations, whose purpose is to maximize profits by discouraging the installation of solar power. They have a big budget and you no doubt have seen their manipulative ads. Do not be deceived. Amendment 1 is anti-solar. My wife and I installed the first interconnected solar-electric system in the Florida Keys more than 15 years ago. It was expensive, but it has paid for itself. We hope others will have the opportunity to install solar power on their homes and businesses. If you want more solar power in Florida, vote “no” on Amendment 1. John Hammerstrom, Tavernier

BRIEFLY Taste of the Islands seeking vendors Restaurants and vendors are being sought for the 19th annual Taste of the Islands, hosted by the Marathon Chapter of Business and Professional Women on Nov. 12 at Marathon Community Park. Restaurants who provide tapas-style tastes of specialty dishes will be judged in 10 categories. Restaurant owners interested in participating should call Mallory Morton at 813-846-6759. Vendors and artists should contact Jeanine Christiansen at BPWTasteVendors@gmail.com. Combining efforts for the women’s shelter BPW and Zonta are cooperatively holding a fundraiser for the Domestic Abuse Shelter on Saturday, Oct. 22 from 8:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a money toss at the corner of U.S.1 and Sombrero Beach Road. The Shelter is temporarily closed for required renovations but they are still taking calls and assisting victims. If you have any questions, contact C M Bishop at 305 395-0439. ‘Prom’ helps shelter animals On Saturday, Nov. 12, the Florida Keys SPCA is throwing a “Prom in Paradise” from 6 to 10 p.m. at Faro Blanco Resort in Marathon. The evening features drinks, gourmet dinner and dancing. Seats are limited and tickets cost $75. Purchase tickets in advance at the Marathon Shelter or online at fkspca.ticketleap.com. For more information, or sponsorship inquiries, call 305-743-4800.

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

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n Nov. 8, Florida Keys residents will have a chance for their voice to be heard on the issue of a genetically modified mosquitoes (GMO) trial in either the Key Haven area or elsewhere in the Keys. Originally just a question for Key Haven residents (outside of Key West), the query is now on the ballot for all Monroe County voters to vote “yes” or “no” regarding the release of scientifically-altered mosquitoes in their area. The referendum is “non-binding” meaning it’s simply a survey for the Florida Keys Mosquito Control Board to gauge public sentiment. The referendum will read “trial in Monroe County” for all voters except Key Haven residents. Key Haven ballots will specifically ask if GMO mosquitoes should be released on Key Haven. The result may or may not affect Mosquito Control Board’s decision to release Oxitec’s GMO mosquitoes but it is not concerned about the release of MosquitoMate’s mosquitoes which are infected with a bacterium because they are not genetically altered insects.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

Library: thanks for the help The Marathon Public Library would like to announce the end of another successful reading program, On Your Mark, Get Set, Read! I would like to thank the eight presenters who gave their time and energy to our kids during our weekly presentations. Betsy Lefler of Marathon Yacht Club shared information about the Middle Keys Community Sailing Program; Kelly Grinter of the Marathon Wild Bird Center; Lloyd Wilkerson and Coasty of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary District 7 Division 13 and Bob Weisman of U.S. Coast Guard Aux and Marathon Services by the Sea; Keith Douglass of Boy Scouts of America Florida Sea Base in Islamorada; Stella Diaz of Truly Nolan in Key Largo; Ellie Splain of Reef Environmental Education Foundation in Key Largo; and Beth Pinkus with her puppets from the Dolphin Research Center. These wonderful presenters highlighted the fun and unique activities available to us in the Keys, because we live here! How cool is that? I would also like to thank our sponsors who made the reading program possible. First the local chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa, a teacher sorority, donated funds for reading prizes which were supplied by Put Your Name On Anything. We had prizes donated by Aquarium Encounters, the Art Studio, Crane Point Hammock, Island Time Diner Ice Cream & Deli, and of course Sweet Savannah’s who donated cupcakes for the awards party. I must say that I had no one turn us down when asked for donations for our children. Thank you, Marathon businesses, we couldn’t do it without you. Finally I’d like to thank the Community Coop Preschool and Kreative Kids Christian Academy for attending the programs as part of their programming. We had good attendance at the presentations and lots of fun in the children’s room. Children who read over the summer will have a better chance of retaining skills learned and be ready for the challenges of the new school year. Remember, read lots, read often and come visit us at the library. Melody Dodamead, Children’s Librarian Assistant Marathon Public Library

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Massage therapy distinctions I would like to make a few corrections to the “Triggers and Referrals” article in last week’s Health and Wellness insert. As a massage therapist, I am not allowed to diagnose any condition of any kind. It’s outside of my education and scope of practice. The job of the licensed massage therapist is to treat soft-tissue symptoms and possible underlying causes. It might look like semantics to a non-healthcare provider, but under the law it is a very clear distinction! Second, most massage therapists refer people who come to them for treatment as “clients.” If the person is seeking treatment under the direction of a doctor, then the term “patient” is applicable. I hope this clears up any misunderstandings that might have come up! Brandi Simpson, Licensed Massage Therapist, Marathon

BRIEFLY 17th (Not-So) Annual Spelling Bee seeking wordsmiths The annual spelling bee benefiting Habitat for Humanity of the Middle Keys and hosted by Fishermen’s Community Hospital will be taking place on Friday, Nov. 18 at 6 p.m. at Key Colony Beach City Hall. Entry fee is $200 for a team of three with a $75 optional mulligan. Partial word lists are given to the pre-registered. To watch, make a donation of $2 at the door, or spell a given word correctly. Hamburgers, hotdogs, desserts, beer, wine and soda will be available for a donation. To register a team, call 305-743-9828. Lobster dinner Benefits shelter St. Columba Church is hosting a lobster dinner on Sunday, Nov. 6 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the church on 52nd Street, gulfside. Tickets are on sale for $10 in advance, or $15 at the door. Organizers plan food (Keith Anderson on the grill) and music (Joe Mama). The event benefits Independence Cay, a soup kitchen and transitional housing. For more details, call 305-743-4582.

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ELECTION SEASON

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

Incumbent Holly Raschein (R) faces challenger Dan Horton (D) in the race for State Representative, representing district 120. The district comprises all of the Keys, much of the uninhabited Everglades, and cities on the mainland including Homestead. Raschein was first elected in 2012, and Horton defeated Kevin Diaz (D) in the primary. The term length is two years.

STATE REPRESENTATIVE, District 120

DAN HORTON (D)

1. Please explain, in layman’s terms, the duties of the elected state representative and the responsibilities of the office. 2. If elected, which issue will be at the top of your list of properties? 3. How much time have you spent in the Keys during the past year? 4. What makes you more qualified than your opponent to hold this office?

1. As your representative, my duty is to advocate for this community in Tallahassee. To me, that means working with both Republicans and Democrats to solve issues such as restoring the flow of fresh water into the Florida Bay. It also means fighting against the big corporations and special interests that seek to further their own goals at the expense of the people of Florida. 2. My top priority is protecting our clean water. That starts with restoring the flow of fresh water into the Florida Bay. I was proud to sign the Now or Neverglades Declaration. Sadly, Holly continues to refuse to sign the Declaration. 3. A lot of time. In the past three months alone, we have driven nearly 10,000 miles. I have personally knocked on doors in every community from Key Largo to Key West. I am grateful to this community for its incredible support throughout our campaign. 4. I have refused to take money from big corporations and special interests like Big Sugar and Florida Power & Light (FPL). I will work for the people of this community, and not for the special interests that run Tallahassee by buying off our elected officials. I encourage you to check out our campaign finance records, compare them to Holly’s, and then decide for yourself.

HOLLY RASCHEIN (R), incumbent

1. My job is to represent the needs and issues of our unique district in Tallahassee and assist constituents in their interactions with state government. 2. We have a lot of issues we are tackling in the Keys, so it is hard to pick just one. My top three are water quality, insurance rates (both property insurance as well as the worker’s compensation rate increases the Legislature will be trying to control on behalf of our small businesses) and workforce housing. 3. I am a full-time resident of Key Largo. The only time I am not here is when I am fulfilling my duties as your state representative in Tallahassee. 4. I believe that the experience I bring to this office is my greatest asset. I worked for our two prior state representatives before being elected myself, so I have a long history and deep understanding of our local issues. I also know the legislative process and have built great relationships with the key players in Tallahassee. I know who to work with and how to get things done, which is how I have been able to deliver results on a variety of issues for our district over the past four years in office.

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

The Facts Concerning Sunset Grille & Knight's Key I would like to provide some perspective and history on the development of Chappy’s Restaurant, now known as The Sunset Grille. At the time, Jim and Bettye Chaplin requested their second zoning change, I was Chairman of the Planning Committee for the City of Marathon and a Marathon City Councilman. Prior to the City of Marathon being incorporated, the Chaplin’s requested a zoning change from residential to mixed use commercial from the Monroe County Planning Committee. The requested zoning change was denied and the property remained zoned residential. Soon after the City was incorporated, the City of Marathon was operating under Monroe County’s zoning, comprehensive plan, and land use regulations. The City of Marathon was in the process of developing its own regulations and zoning which needed to be sent to the State for approval. Jim and Bettye Chaplin requested the same zoning change from the City of Marathon Planning Committee. There was a well-attended meeting at the Government Center where both sides presented their case for and against the requested zoning change. After all sides presented their arguments and the discussion closed, it was agreed by the entire Planning Committee/City Council (John Bartus, Jeff Pinkus, Randy Mearns, Pete Worthington and John Repetto) Since a zoning change would directly affect the residence of Knight's Key the Board felt that the decision to change the zoning should rest solely with the residents of Knight’s Key. Tracy Holder (resident of Knight’s Key) and Greg Coldiron (resident of Knight’s Key) and many other Knight’s Key residents spoke against the zoning change. There was no question that in the Board’s view, that the majority of Knight’s Key residents were against the zoning change. The decision of the Planning Committee/City Council was 5-0 against the zoning request. The property remained zoned residential. During the Planning Committee’s discussions, the comment was made that a local family restaurant could be an asset to the area if the residents would agree to the requested change of zoning. As chairman of the Planning Committee, I volunteered to see if we could broker a deal. I met several times with Tracy Holder and Greg Coldiron to see if there was common ground. To my surprise, both Tracy Holder and Greg Coldiron were not against the restaurant per se. They both thought a restaurant would be a good idea. Their fear was that they did not want the restaurant to be another

Holiday Isle with increased traffic, noise, etc. They wanted to be sure that the residential neighborhood stayed residential. After determining that there was a sliver of hope, I called Jim Chaplin and requested a meeting to discuss options. Jim was flabbergasted that there was even a remote possibility that the residents might consider changing their minds. Many meetings later, Jim understood the Knight’s Key concerns and agreed to make their required changes accordingly. Within a couple of days, we had our first face-to-face meeting at Cabana Breezes. Attending were Jim Chaplin, Greg Coldiron, Tracy Holder, Scott Janke (City Manager) John Herin (City Attorney) and me. The purpose was to iron out an agreement that both parties could live with. The list below summarizes the results of that meeting: Noise – It was agreed that there would be no amplified music regardless of time. It was further agreed that there be no music after 9:00PM (i.e., non-amplified guitar, etc.). Size of Facility – It was agreed that all employees and guests of the restaurant would be required to park on the restaurant property. Traffic – Jim Chaplin agreed to install two gates on Kyle Way to control the traffic. The gates would be installed and maintained by the restaurant. The City of Marathon would secure the necessary permits required to install the gates. Jim Chaplin owned the property where the two gates were to be located. The restaurant will have a pool. Enforcement – This probably was the hardest point to resolve. The Knight’s Key residents wanted assurances that the agreement would be honored. They also wanted the ability to enforce the agreement if the Chaplains failed to live up to the agreement. John Herin (City Attorney) assured the Knight’s Key residents that by listing all of the agreed items in both the deed restrictions and in the development agreement, that the Knight’s Key residents would be protected. John Herin indicated that any person can sue to enforce deed restrictions and the City has the ability to enforce the development agreement. We were almost there. Both sides left the table with the understanding that we could make this work. We now needed to sell this to the remaining Knight’s Key residents. Tracy Holder, Greg Coldiron, and I prepared a ballot which was hand delivered or delivered via registered mail to each Knight’s Key property owner asking if they would

support a zoning change if the Chaplin’s agreed to these conditions. Ballots were hand delivered by Jim Chaplin, Tracy Holder, and Greg Coldiron to those residents who were physically on Knight’s Key. Those property owners not physically on Knight’s Key were sent registered letters with the ballots. I do not remember the exact numbers, but there were approximately 37-38 properties on Knight’s Key. When the votes were counted we had 57% (I remember that number) in favor of the zoning change if all of the conditions were met. We had about 25% as no’s and the remaining did not respond. We had met the second hurdle of securing the approval of Knight’s Key residents. The ballots with signatures and votes were given to Cindy Ecklund (City Clerk) for her review and verification. I assume they are still available for review if the need were to arise. At the next Planning Committee/Council Meeting, the Chaplins presented their third request for the zoning change. Both Tracy Holder and Greg Coldiron spoke in favor of the requested change, conditioned on all of the previously mentioned agreement requirements. The Planning Committee/City Council passed the requested zoning change contingent upon incorporating the necessary language in the deed restrictions and in the sites development agreement/ Conditional Use Permit. Now the vote was 5-0 in favor of the zoning change. During the time the restaurant was operated as Chappy’s, the restaurant adhered to the agreement/ Conditional Use Permit. I, John Repetto, made a point to verify this myself. In conversations with both Tracy Holder and Greg Coldiron, they both indicated that the Chaplins honored their word. End of History, beginning of commentary -> Chappy’s was sold and became The Sunset Grille. Apparently, the deed restrictions and development agreement/Conditional Use Permit, as noted above, are not being adhered to, according to many Knight’s Key residents. On June 8, 2016, I was made aware that the current owners of The Sunset Grille wanted to change the development agreement/Conditional Use Permit. How can one side, unilaterally, change an agreement? An agreement is an agreement. If the City entertains any changes, as requested by the owners of The Sunset Grille, then the other side (Knight’s Key residents) must be given an opportunity to review, edit, and/or approve, or decline any chang-

es to the agreement currently existing. The residents of Knight’s Key voted their approval of the zoning change based upon a specific set of facts. The City of Marathon was completely involved in all aspects of the agreement. The City Manager (Scott Janke) was part of all meetings, after the initial one-on-one meetings. The City Attorney (John Herin) drafted the deed restrictions/ development agreement/Conditional Use Permit. The City Building Official, at the time, was also deeply involved in the creation of the this agreement. The City Council/Planning Committee were involved in all aspects. Acting as a City Councilman and Planning Committee member, I participated in all of the meetings. The City of Marathon brokered this deal between the Chaplins and the residents of Knight’s Key. I would assume that any changes to the development agreement would/could expose the City to legal issues. If the City allows this agreement to be modified, does this open a can of worms in potentially allowing all current and future development agreements/Conditional Use Permits to be modified at any time? Obviously, if a precedent is set by this case, any future agreement that the City wants to negotiate would be open to future modification, as the residents will know that the City has allowed and approved changes to an existing development agreement/Conditional Use Permit potentially without their input. It is my opinion, the City must reject any changes to the current development agreement/Conditional Use Permit, unless all parties affected have the same opportunity to participate in, provide input to, and mutually agree or disagree with, the changes. If mutual agreement by all affected parties cannot be reached, then the current agreement should stand without modification. The City should reject the pending request to change the development agreement/Conditional Use Permit without the approval of the residents of Knight's Key. Being a Monday morning quarterback, I can look back at the City’s efforts to please both parties and realize this was probably one of the worst decisions I made as a Councilman/Planning Committee member. I will be more than happy to make myself available at any time to discuss any of the above. John Repetto

ELECTION SEASON

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

SECOND TOKE IS THE CHARM?

Legalization of medical marijuana back on the ballot

n 2014, Amendment 2 legalizing medical marijuana failed although it garnered 58 percent of the vote but fell short of the 60 percent needed to become law. Revamped and rewritten, Amendment 2 on the Nov. 8 ballot will allow qualified physicians and caregivers to certify patients and issue IDs for medical marijuana use. The amendment now expands the definition of debilitating diseases, includes parental consent and limits caregiver patients. Voting “yes” on Amendment 2 would allow licensed physicians and caregivers to dispense marijuana prescriptions to patients with specific debilitating diseases such as cancer, epilepsy, glaucoma, HIV, AIDS, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Crohn’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis and other serious diseases. An ID would allow patients to legally obtain marijuana from state regulated dispensaries. The Department of Health would regulate and limit the number of centers that cultivate and distribute marijuana. This Amendment would expand on the recently approved Florida House Bill 307 allowing terminally ill patients to use marijuana. HB 307 allowed Trulieve, a marijuana dispensary, to open in Tallahassee last July with more dispensaries pending throughout the state. The amendment’s definition of a “caregiver” remains vague. However, it does state it must be someone 21 years or older, who is licensed to help a patient. The licensing guidelines have yet to be written. The Department of

Health will limit the number of patients a caregiver may see and cap the amount of IDs they may hand out. Caregivers are also prohibited from consuming the marijuana dispensed to their patients. Also, Amendment 2 would require annual renewal for all patients and access to marijuana would not be limitless. Lastly, a minor would need parental or guardian consent in writing to obtain an ID. A “no” vote will not affect the existing Florida statutes. Aside from HB 307, there is the Compassionate Medical Cannabis Act of 2014 which allows nonsmoked low-THC marijuana for qualified patients suffering from seizures and advanced cancer. So far no known patients have received such benefits since enacted Jan. 1, 2015.

An ID would allow patients to legally obtain marijuana from state regulated dispensaries.

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

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Treat fest and movie night are early Halloween celebration

arathon families gathered under a full moon for the Halloween Treat Fest on Oct. 15 at the Community Park. Costumed kids and adults watched “Hotel Transylvania 2” from blankets on the lawn and the bleachers. Before the show, candies and treats were given away, and Centennial Bank worked hard behind the grill to provide hot dogs. There was an arts and crafts table where kids painted their own “pumpkin” coconuts and decorated a variety of Halloween ornaments. Complimentary face painting and balloon animals were also available for all of Marathon’s little ghouls and goblins. The movie feature was the third time the large inflatable projector screen was used by the City of Marathon for a public showing. —Weekly Staff report

GABRIEL SANCHEZ/Keys Weekly 1. Sara, Natalie, and Ashley show off their matching shirts and face paint. 2. Jake and Amanda parade their little troll, Jordan Spaulding.

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The Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 13-3 is offering a Boating Skills and Seamanship class Mondays and Wednesdays, beginning on Oct. 31 through Nov. 16 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Big Pine Methodist Church, 280 Key Deer Blvd. The cost of the program is $55 per person (materials included) or $80 per couple with shared materials. For more information, visit a0701303.wow.uscgaux.info, or call Diane at 305-872-4071.

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Dolphin Research Center offers specials for Floridians Through Oct. 31, all Florida residents, as well as all military personnel and veterans from the U.S., can visit Dolphin Research Center for half-off general admission. The nonprofit education and research facility is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and features educational behavior sessions with the dolphins and sea lions and other presentations throughout the day. DRC is located at MM 59 on Grassy Key. Proof of valid Florida residency or military/veteran identification is required. The offer cannot be combined with others and does not include interactive programs. Free tennis at country club Florida Keys Country Club’s tennis professional Richard Lorenzo is offering complimentary tennis instruction for ages 11 years old and older throughout October. Mondays are fundamentals and Thursdays are hitting sessions for 11-18 year olds from 4 to 5 p.m. and from 5 to 6 p.m. for adults at Florida Keys Country Club. Beginners to advanced players are welcome. For more information, visit floridakeyscc.com or email rdblorenzo@aol.com or call 305-849-0297.

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The pint-sized voters of Stanley Switlik Elementary hit the tiny polls this past Monday to elect a new student government. Alerik Rodriguez will represent the third grade students as Switlik’s Student Council Secretary and fourth-grader Chloe Migut will hold the post of Student Council Vice President. In a hotly contested race among fifth graders, lifelong Marathon resident and chocolate ice cream aficionado Aidan Gonzalez will serve as the Student Council President. The student body, which traditionally has leaned to the left side of the aisle, voted nearly to 2 to 1 in favor of Hillary Clinton over Donald Trump in the school’s mock election. Principal Brett Unke, left, Rodriguez, Migut, Gonzalez and Marathon Councilman “Doc Dan” Zieg make the announcement via SwitTV. JASON KOLER/Keys Weekly

Zonta offers mammograms for uninsured/underinsured women Zonta Club of Marathon is offering annual screenings and mammogram for those without insurance or the ability to pay. Call 305-390-0567 or e-mail info@zontaclubofmarathon.com for more information. They also offer assistance with literacy, career guidance and mentoring. Garden club season starts The Marathon Garden Club meeting takes place on Friday, Oct. 21 at 1 p.m. at the garden club, 5270 Overseas Hwy, MM50. Beth Ranson, from the

Florida Keys Mosquito Control District, will provide an update on mosquito eradication efforts as well as techniques to avoid the Zika virus and tips on safe gardening practices. Guests are always welcome. For more information, call 305-743-4971, or visit marathongardenclub.org. Community Foundation accepting nominations The Community Foundation of the Florida Keys (CFFK) is accepting nominations for the 17th Annual Unsung Heroes celebration. Online nomination forms are available at cffk.org.

Saturday, Oct. 22 • Money toss for Domestic Abuse Shelter from 8:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Sombrero Beach Road intersection, Marathon. • Release of sea turtle at 10 a.m. from Sombrero Beach, Marathon. • Health and nutrition seminar with Genevieve Gohier from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Keys Strength and Condition, Marathon. $10. Sunday, Oct. 23 • Stanley Switlik Halloween Carnival from 1 to 4 p.m.; public welcome. • Zombie Bike Ride starting at 2 through 9 p.m. from Fort East Martello, Key West. • MAYDAE Fundraiser from 4 to 8 p.m. at Sunset Grille, Marathon. Tuesday, Oct. 25 • Planning meeting for I Love Stock Island cleanup and festival at 5:30 p.m. at Stock Island Marina Village. Friday, Nov. 4 Florida Keys Council of the Arts member show opening reception from 5 to 7 p.m. at The Gato Building, Key West. Saturday, Nov. 5 Awareness Breast Cancer 5K Walk/ Run at 8 a.m. from Salute Restaurant, Key West.

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ports broadcasters were a little flabbergasted when large circular bruises appeared all over swimmer Michael Phelps’ back during the 2016 Summer Olympics. Turns out the famed Olympian is a fan of cupping, an alternate form of muscular therapy that has gone mostly unknown to the world, until now. The localized suction of a cup placed on skin creates a negative pressure says Angela Roth, of Marathon Acupuncture. “Rather than compressing the tissue, cupping lifts the tissues and allows for better circulation.” Roth is a licensed acupuncturist, certified in cupping, and a Marathon native. She’s been operating her practice in the Florida Keys since 2011. To better understand how cupping works, Roth broke the process down. Be mindful that the following

description of treatment is for a patient with middle and low back pain. “First, and most importantly, we talk and find out if cupping is even appropriate. It’s safety first. For some it can be a little too stimulating. It’s a great healing modality, but it’s not appropriate for everybody.” Part of Roth’s initial screening is getting to know her client’s medical history. She wants a complete understanding of prior injuries, medications, prosthetics, surgeries, etc. She explains the process before she oils the area

and begins applying the cups. “I ask that patients communicate any discomfort in the cup placing, because that means something is going on that maybe we don’t want, or Angela Roth, of Marathon it’s going to be too Acupuncture, uses strong of suction for cupping techthe area,” she said. niques on clients Twenty minutes for detox and pain relief.

later, the cups are removed. Roth then directs the toxins to lymph nodes using a single cup and minimized suction. “At that point we have a visual picture of where the areas of injury or concern are, because now they have varying degrees of darkness in the mark they leave behind. The more stagnation present at a spot, the darker the spot. The longer the spot stays, the deeper into the muscle tissue the injury.” In the follow up sessions, Roth asks to hear feedback about muscular congestion, mobility, and pain. “Muscular congestion can be toxins, lactic acid, old injuries, or simply from lifestyle habits, like frequent inactivity or sitting,” said Roth. “Congestion can show itself as tenderness, inflammation, and of course, pain.” A current client of Roth, Brandi Puckett, said cupping eased severe pain in her lumbar and hip following a car accident. “After she did the first cupping session, I felt major relief,” said Puckett. “For six months we used a combination of cupping and acupuncture to get mobility. I’m almost at 100 percent now where before I was at about 20 percent.”

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win trinkets. Adults are encouraged to check out the silent auction, with great packages on offer. Kids can take turns trying to dunk Principal Unke, teacher Stacy Couch, Mayor Mark Senmartin, Sheriff Rick Ramsey, Coach Andre Garvey, and Coach Arno Silva in the dunk tank. “All the money raised in a year’s time goes back to the school to be distributed to departments that need it,” said Kate Koler, who sits on the Halloween carnival committee. In prior years, funds have been used to finance field trips, purchase school supplies, and procure new hardware for Stanley Switlik’s media department. The carnival is the parent-teacher organization’s (PTO) largest fundraiser of the year. Planning for the carnival starts at the beginning of the school year.

Trick or Treating in Marathon

rick or treating in Marathon is a well-established tradition. Parents and their “littles” (toddlers and babies) head to Gulfside Village to gather loot from the shop owners and other organizations that set up in the U-shaped shopping plaza. It’s very safe, well-lit and offers just the right amount of excitement for the younger children. It’s set for Monday, Oct. 31 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The rest of the town heads to the neighborhood behind the airport. Beginning in the afternoon, law enforcement will set up roadblocks, allowing only residents with an ID showing a neighborhood address to drive to their homes. The rest

of the vehicles will be directed to the west end of the airport runway where the gates will be open. Shuttles will be provided, but cars will not be allowed to park overnight; they will be towed. The city is also providing trash cans and port-a-potties to keep the streets clean. The City of Marathon is also collecting bags of wrapped candy to distribute to the homeowners in the neighborhood behind the airport. Candy can be dropped at City Hall, 9805 Overseas Hwy. For more information about giving candy or receiving candy, call 305-743-0033. — Weekly staff report

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tarting on Sunday afternoon, and leaving a four-mile trail of horror, the zombies will be taking over the streets of Key West from Fort East Martello to Duval Street. Zombies and zombie hunters will creep through Key West on two wheels for the sixth annual bike ride. What started as a couple hundred people six years ago under the creative and creepy direction of WeCycle owner Evan Haskell and WonderDog Studio’s Marky Pierson, has grown into one of the biggest events the island offers. (Last year, it’s estimated there were more than 8,500 walking dead out searching for fresh brains.) The family-friendly event starts with a kid’s zone, DJ Bell, live mural painting, food, drinks and face and body painting from 2 to 6 p.m. at Fort East Martello. At about 6 p.m., the zombies set off. “The Zombie Bike Ride embodies the creative culture and spirit the Florida Keys are known for,” said Key West Art and Historical Society Executive Director Michael Gieda at Fort East Martello. “We are happy to support the event by offering the

Fort as the event’s starting point and family-friendly pre-party.” When the zombies leave the fort, they will be taking up all four South Roosevelt lanes to travel west toward Atlantic Boulevard, passing Higgs Beach onward to Duval Street. ZombieFest takes place between the 100 to 300 blocks of Duval Street with official parties listed at zombiebikeride.com.

Register for the Zombie Bike Ride ($5) online at zombiebikeride.com. The registration fee enters cyclists into special drawings and supports parade costs, including motorcycle police escorts, trash and recycling, permits, and donations to Montessori Children’s School and The Key West Art and Historical Society. The founders encourage families to participate in the ride (with protective helmets for children) and stress that participants do not need to do the entire route. There will be no parking available for vehicles at the Fort.

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For regular citizens, the “R” must be visible on all “R”ecreational buoys. Most buoys are white, but some people decorate their buoys, and that is allowed as long as the “R” is still visible. Each recreational trap must also have trap owner’s information — name and address — affixed or etched into the trap. The traps have a biodegradable slat that will allow the stone crab to escape should a boat take the buoy for a ride, or a storm washes the whole trap away. Successful trappers say a good catch is dependent on a good “pull” — clean the throat of the trap from debris growing on it with a couple passes of your hand every time you check the harvest. Once a trap is pulled, a quickhand or tongs will help wrangle the wily beast before the claws are removed. Legally both claws, if of size, can be removed, but some leave the smaller one to help the crab defend itself, and collect food faster. The renewable delicacy don’t need its claws to eat, but can eat more and regenerate the claw faster with one. To see a video on how to remove the claws, visit myfwc.com. And, luckily, for anyone wanting to get stoned, season runs through May 15.

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n Saturday, Oct. 22, the Marathon Association for Youth Development & Athletic Excellence (MAYDAE) will be holding a fundraiser event at Sunset Bar and Grill. The student-centered non-profit is hosting a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, and will be accepting donations to fund academic initiatives for student-athletes that runs from 4 to 8 p.m. The organization’s goal is to “promote mental, physical, and emotional growth for students through athletic and academic achievement.” While less than a year old, MAYDAE has lofty goals. Predominately centered in youth sports, MAYDAE is seeking to expand their influence into improving their athlete’s personal situation through academics. The organization is currently looking for professional and motivated preceptors to assist in mentoring its student-athletes. “I really want to expand in to helping make these kids more productive members of society and productive people,” said cofounder, Neil Cataldo. “Beyond the usual fundraising, I’d like to able to provide scholarships, laptops for kids, and potentially send kids to charter schools.” “We want to emphasize social and academic initiatives, whether it be through mentors, or just involving the kids in community activities with different people,” said Cataldo. “Our kids need to know the real value of community, how to work for things, and how to handle themselves in different social environments they may not have in their normal everyday life.” Cataldo is teaming up with Marathon High School assistant basketball coach, Sean Kirwan, to grow MAYDAE’s outreach. “We want to grow the athletics program to include more sports.

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Craving a hint of fall?

all is my favorite season. I grew up going to apple orchards and pumpkin patches, baking pumpkin and apple pies, sipping cider next to a fireplace, and going for walks to find the most radiant red, orange and yellow leaves. But in the Florida Keys when the temperatures are pushing 90 degrees, it’s hard to think about enjoying any of these things. If like me, you’re craving a hint of fall, here are a few tips to bring a little fall to you. LEAH MAKI • Wet your whistle. Head to your favorite coffee shop for a pumpkin spiced latte or better yet, indulge is a fashion-obin a white chocolate cinnamon mocha from Café Moka sessed style Keys in Tavernier. This decadent treat will truly awaken your blogger, formerly fall senses. If coffee isn’t your thing, opt for something from Minnesoa little lighter. You can find some great Octoberfest ta. Her current infatuations and pumpkin ales this time of year. Florida Keys Brewinclude statement ing Co in Islamorada offers a large selection of beers pieces, dramatic on tap including a number of fall themed selections heels, red lipstick sure to wet your whistle. and vintage • Fall accents. The best fall accents add warmth to costume jewelry. Visit LeahsFabuyour home. Add a vase of yellow sunflowers or colorful lousFinds.com wildflowers to liven up your room. Apples are another for more of her fall staple that are easy to decorate with. Add them musings. to a vase on your center table or foyer, or assemble them into a large bowl on your counter. Another easy way to get into the season is to pick out a handful of gourds, colorful squash and pumpkins at your local grocery store or farmer’s market. My favorite are the white albino pumpkins that seem to blend better with our tropical landscaping. • Update your space. When you’re cooling off in the air conditioning, a light throw might be just what you need to snuggle in. This is the perfect time of year to add fall-themed throws or accent pillows to your living space. Fall tones are not only the traditional orange and brown, instead consider adding deep purples, magenta or dark teal to warm up your space. • Fire pit. The best part about fall in South Florida is that the weather starts cooling down for us to finally enjoy more outdoor living. Outdoor fire places, fire pits, and other fire features are some of the fastest growing trends in outdoor living spaces. There is just something mesmerizing about the dancing flames and wood burning elements, the smoky aromas and crackling sounds of the fire that make it feel like fall. Add a fire pit to your outdoor space for instant charm and warmth in the cooler hours once the sun goes down. • A new jack o’ lantern. Instead of carving a pumpkin, embrace your tropical locale and opt for a pineapple Jack o’ lantern — great for table décor for a dinner party or a children’s activity with built-in snack. These silly and spirited little guys are darling but don’t leave them out too long as they are perishable.

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WEEKLY INTERVIEW

KEYS QUEEN OF HEARTS

Kristen Livengood Candidate for Fantasy Fest Queen

ike a true Queen, Kristen Livengood takes her bloodlines seriously. Born and raised in the Keys, no one is more determined, more tenacious or more vivacious campaigning for “Queen” of this year’s Fantasy Fest and giving back to her community. Just 32, Livengood has already established her reign in the Keys as a feature writer extraordinaire for The Keys Weekly Newspapers. She helps give locals a voice from Key West to Key Largo making the newspapers locally grown and loved. Even the king of all media, The New York Times, has printed four of her features putting her in the big leagues — but she is still a small town girl at heart. “Keyswide, AIDS Help gives around 400 people some sort of assistance like medicine, housing, prevention, awareness and more,” said Livengood. “If I can show my daughters that everyone can do something a little bigger than themselves for the good of their community, then I’m doing something right.” Supported by her husband Travis, “the most understanding husband in the whole wide world,” and her two daughters, Summer, 9, and Marina, 5, Livengood shows all of us the beauty of our community inside and out — whether it be on the water boating and spearfishing, on writing about our unique residents or raising awareness for those in need. Her energy and sense of adventure is limitless. Livengood is also a two-time “That’s What She Shot” spearfishing tournament winner, a Take Stock In Children mentor, is presently in Leadership Monroe and proudly claims she was dead last in 2014’s 7 Mile Bridge Run. Donate to AIDS Help and Livengood’s campaign before coronation on Friday, Oct. 21 at ahmonroe.org. Or come to the royal coronation party. For tickets go to ahi.ticketleap. com. or call 305-296-6196. This is a benefit for AIDS Help, Inc. Casa Marina, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, 1500 Reynolds St.; 6 - 10 p.m.

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016 HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

1. Full Name? Kristen “K-10” Livengood 2. Worst nickname? In fourth grade at DARE, someone said “take a bite out of Grimes,” instead of crime. When I met my husband and heard his last name, I told him I would marry him one day whether he liked it or not…Grimey no more. 3. Who is your arch nemesis? The 7 Mile Bridge. We have a love-hate relationship. 4. What is your most useless hidden talent? Snowboarding. 5. Who is your celebrity crush and why? QMitch Jones at 801 Bingo. For real, he’s amazing and raises a ton of money for local charities in the process. 6. Who’s your favorite Queen? Queen ML, she has been a wealth of information this candidacy and has become a good friend in the process, and Queen Jodyrae Campbell, for her encouragement and kind words. 7. What’s your funniest Keys story? I told someone that one day I want to sail around the world shooting fish and catching lobster. He said I should get a cat because they are more stable. I said, “but a dog has four legs, too.” Then I realized he was talking about a catamaran. 8. Which super hero character is your spirit animal? Michelle Maxwell. A big cup of class with a sidecar of sarcasm and a cape made of terry cloth adorning a monkey. 9. What is your nerdiest passion? Ha, Pokémon Go. It’s the only time I go to the “gym.” Team Valor – woot! Three months ago, I had no idea what a Pikachu was, now I am well versed in Poké lingo. To think I downloaded the app to play with my kids. 10. If you could take one item on a deserted island, what? why? I watch a lot of “Naked and Afraid,” I don’t need anything to survive in the wild, including clothes. 11. If invisible what would you do? Use the restroom in peace without two little girls barging in, EVERY SINGLE TIME, asking me random questions like “will you get me some milk.” Kid, that can’t wait 45 seconds?

12. What was your first thought this morning? I need a nap. 13. Favorite guilty pleasure? Having someone come clean my house and letting my husband think I did it and I’m super woman. I have to ask her, please don’t make the beds, he’ll know it wasn’t me. Yes, babe, I can do it all. 14. If you could change the world, what would you do? Stop world hunger – is this answer middle-aged Miss America enough? 15. Dream meal: you are sitting at a diner counter eating (I think you mean drinking)…who walks in and sits next to you? Ernest Hemingway, buys me a beer, and wins me over with his womanizing ways. Hall pass, Travis!

Finish these sentences... 16. Don’t drink the water here…drink alcohol instead, upstairs at The Bull, while hula hooping, naked. This is how people get pregnant. 17. My autobiography would be titled… The Exhausting Life of Kristen. 18. At the end of a rainbow there is… November. November, as my husband calls it. He said don’t even think about saying yes to anything for a while. But, what a boring life that would be. 19. Key West ... chickens are not as cool as my chickens, Little Pecka and Pippa. 20. When I go, I will go …. Reluctantly. Once you break the seal... (Are we talking about using the bathroom here, Hays?)

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016 Sam Williams PA, Realtor Sam.Williams@ColdwellBanker.com

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VACANT LOTS: 91st Court, Ocean, Marathon • $349,000 1500 Eastward HO Lot 1, Marathon • $125,000 1500 Eastward HO Lot 2, Marathon • $125,000

109 Avenue D, 308, Marathon Weekly rentals allowed. One of the only condos in the Marathon area that allow weekly rentals and with dockage and onsite boat ramp. Slip is $250 per year and will be assigned to you exclusively. Common areas include, pool, tennis courts, trailer storage, and coin operated laundry facility. Unit is clean and ready to go. Your choice for management company. $269,000

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COMMUNITY MMS STUDENT NEWS OF THE WEEK

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

ST. COLUMBA

WELCOMES YOU WITH LOVE! A joyful heart is good medicine...." Proverbs 17:22 Come and get your daily dose!

Sunday Services

9:00 am - Traditional service with Children's Sunday School 11:00 am - Contemporary Service followed by Sunday Lunch

Kids join us for Youth Group Every Wednesday 5:30pm -8:00pm

Hammock House Thrift Boutique has a new location! #35 at Gulfside Village

New Store Hours: Thurs, Fri & Sat 10am-4pm WE OFFER A COMMUNITY OF PEACE, LOVE AND UNDERSTANDING.

St. Columba Episcopal Church 451 West 52nd St, Marathon Fl 305 743-6412 • www.stcolumbamarathon.org

Faculty and students at Marathon Middle School chose a Weekly Student by selecting candidates with good character, achievements and involvement. These students stand out amongst their peers and are recognized by the Weekly Newspapers. What organizations and activities are you involved with at MMS and why are they important to you? I am not involved in any club or activities in MMS. Who has been your biggest inspiration at MMS and why? I am inspired by my grades because I want to have good grades and be a good student. What class do you think has best prepared you for life after high school and why? I think math class is a very important class. Instagram or Snapchat? What’s your favorite filter? I like Snapchat, duh! My favorite filter is the doggie. What are the biggest challenges facing the Keys? What would you do to meet these challenges? In Marathon there are a lot of tourists and they cause a lot of accidents. What are your plans after high school? My plan after high school is to go to college because I want to become a doctor. Do you think you will make the Keys your permanent home? Why or why not? Yes, because I love the ocean and all of my family lives here and I LOVE the Florida Keys.

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HOMECOMING PARADE

Marathon High School features court, floats

Marathon High School had its Homecoming Parade on Oct. 20 following an early release day. This year’s theme was “Vintage Hollywood.” Later in the evening, the Dolphins hosted Miami Country Day for the annual homecoming game. Homecoming king and queen were announced during half-time. Scores were not available at press time. SARA MATTHIS/Keys Weekly

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2. Marathon High School teacher Jan Dorl, the parade marshal, styles from her convertible perch. 3. Florida Explorers display the Flag of Florida and the National insignia. 4. The Class of 2022 rides by in style. 5. Bailey Sullivan and dinosaur are the rearguard of the senior ‘Jurassic Park’ float. 6. Homecoming Court members Hannah Child and Teddy Violissi tour town before their appearance on the field at halftime.

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PARTY WITH A PURPOSE

Here’s a week of feel good parties

he Coconut Castaways do it all the time – they call it partying with a purpose – where they get together, drink good drinks, sell raffles, and raise money for a local nonprofit. This week is filled with crazy activities, and although there is a ton of stuff going on, some of the parties do double duty raising funds for those in the community in need of some extra funds.

SATURDAY NIGHT October 22 The annual Goombay two-day festival celebrates Bahamian-American contributions to the City of Key West and includes Bahamian food, arts and culture, Junkanoo parade and more. The event hosted by Bahama Village Community Coalition showcases the talents of the Gerald Adams Steel Pan Band, Bahama Village Music Program, KWHS Conchettes, Bahama Village Social Club, and more.

FRIDAY NIGHT October 21 Fantasy Fest King and Queen Coronation Ball at 6 p.m. at Casa Marina. This event raises money for AIDS Help and is the culmination of the eight-week-long fundraising campaign by the four candidates vying for a king and queen crown.

SUNDAY NIGHT October 23 King Neptune’s Curse and the Spirits of the Long Dead from 8 to 10 p.m. at U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Ingham. The haunted ship brings in money for the upkeep of the historic ship permanently parked at Truman Waterfront.

THURSDAY October 28 Fat Tuesday Pink Party at 9 p.m. The annual party at 305 Duval St. raises money for American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of the Florida Keys. TUESDAY NIGHT October 25 The Florida Keys SPCA Cocktails for Animal Tails from 7 to 10 p.m. at Rick’s on Duval Street. Attendees are encouraged to party like an animal as Rick’s eight bars are transformed into different animal kingdoms around the world. There will be a costume contest for the best dressed party animal.

MONDAY EVENING October 24 Heroes and Villains 5K at 6 p.m. from Southernmost Beach Resort. This is a Theme Run puzzle medal event and this race is benefiting the Key West High School’s track and cross country team and Care Camps for kids with cancer.

WEDNESDAY EVENING October 27 Pet Masquerade at 5:30 p.m. at Casa Marina benefiting Lower Keys Friends of Animals. In its 32nd year of fundraising. What started as a parking lot parade has morphed into one of the premier official Fantasy Fest events. Also, Lucy’s Retired Surfers Bar and Restaurant Blue Party at 8 p.m. at 320 Grinnell St. benefits Reef Relief. Surfers and reef conservation go together like burgers and beer. Swing by the official Blue Party at Lucy’s and help raise money for the local wave breakers, the reef.

Wear a pink bra, save ta-ta’s and possibly win a $500 bar tab with the best pink costume. Also, the Smallest Parade in the World starts at 5 p.m. at Waterfront Brewery benefiting MARC House for the mentally disabled citizens in the community. In its second year, the parade will only be “bigger” and better than the last!

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

THE REAL STORY ON SUNSET GRILLE By John Kotch Sunset Grille, Owner Since purchasing the Sunset Grille we have made every effort to be contributing members to our community. We provide jobs to 100 staff members, tax revenue to the City, promote Marathon to visitors, as well as donate to local charities and non-profit organizations. However, as some of you may know in recent years we have unfortunately been subjected to attacks by certain members of our community for their own personal gain. When we refused to pay the amounts demanded they took us to Court. Thankfully, the Court ruled in favor of Sunset Grille. Unfortunately, that did not stop the harassment. Our adversaries then sought to use a noise restriction to force us to pay them. The Sunset Grille has had live music since it opened more than 7 years ago, without any problems from the city or anyone else. In our opinion, our adversaries have never been concerned about traffic or noise or neighborhood character- they have only been concerned about personal profit. Recently, a black sedan pulled up to our restaurant and dropped off a gift bag with the following note and a “Joker” hat. The note is printed in its entirety below. This was delivered by an employee of one of our adversaries. As you can read it supports the above story including “Ah, $ $ $ $ what might have been.” We are trying to operate a successful business for our community. We are only asking to play by the same rules that apply to every other business in Marathon. We need your support and assistance. Please come out and support us at the next City Council meeting on October 25.

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Marathon City Hall Council Chambers, 9805 Overseas Hwy., Marathon Tuesday, October 25, 2016, 5:30 P.M.

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

LIBATION

BARNACLE BARNEY’S Emily Springsteen – Friday, Oct. 21 Joe Mama - Saturday, Oct. 22 Mike Hammond - Sunday, Oct. 23 Chris Case - Monday, Oct. 24 Michael J. - Thursday, Oct. 27

(* Denotes Item Is Passed By Consent Upon Approval Of Agenda) Public Comments taken on all items and at 6:30pm time certain for items not on the agenda or as soon as possible thereafter or after the last agenda item; whichever comes first.

City Council Items *A. Approval of Minutes B. Amendment 1, Rights of Electricity Consumers Regarding Solar Energy Choice Presentation by Michael Welber (Mayor Senmartin) C. GFOA Award for Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for FY Ending 2015 D. Special Recognition of Deputy Guerra E. Community Announcements City Manager Report A. Marathon Fire Rescue Department Report B. Building Department Report C. Code Department Report D. Parks and Recreation Report Quasi-Judicial Public Hearings: A. Resolution 2016-94, Consideration Of A Request By John S. Kotch And Marathon Sunset Grill, Inc For An Amendment To A Conditional Use Permit Pursuant To Section 102.79 Of The City Of Marathon Land Development Regulations (Code) Entitled “Minor And Major Amendments To Existing Conditional Uses” Seeking To Amend Condition Number 3 Of Resolution 2006-73, Development Order 2006-05, Which Currently Reads, “There Shall Be No Amplified Music And All Music Shall Stop At 9:00 PM” To Read Instead, “Between The Hours Of Nine P.M. And Eleven A.M, No Music Or Amplified Sound May Emanate From The Restaurant Site At A Volume That Is Plainly Audible On Any Residential Lot In The Village Other Than The Residential Chaplin Lots. No Music Or Amplified Sound That Is Unreasonably Loud May Emanate From The Restaurant Site At Any Time”; For Property Located On Kyle Way West, Knights Key, And Further Described As Lots 1, 2, And 3, Block 1, Knights Key Village, Knights Key, Monroe County, Florida, Having Real Estate Numbers 00319520-000000, 00319530-000000, 00319540-000000, 00319550-000000, 00319560-000000, & 00319570-000000. Nearest Mile Marker 47 Ordinances for Final Public Hearing and Enactment A. Ordinance 2016-08, Amending The First Time Homebuyer Assistance Program; Providing For The Repeal Of All Code Provisions And Ordinances Inconsistent With This Ordinance; Providing For Severability; Providing For Inclusion In The Code Of Ordinances, City Of Marathon, Florida; And Providing An Effective Date B.

Ordinance 2016-09, Modifying Section 2-19 of the Marathon City Code, Amending The Compensation Amount To Be Paid To City Council Members; Providing For Severability; Providing For Inclusion In the Code; Providing for the Repeal of Conflicting Provisions; And Providing For An Effective Date.

Resolutions for Adoption *A. Resolution 2016-95, Approval Of The Amended Traffic Signal Maintenance And Compensation Agreement With FDOT For The Maintenance Of The Traffic Signals Along The US 1 Corridor Within The City Of Marathon; Authorizing The City Manager To Execute The Agreement; And Providing For An Effective Date. B.

Resolution 2016-96, Establishing A Transaction Surcharge Fee For Use Of A Debit and/or Credit Card For Payments; Providing For Conflicts And Severability And Providing For An Effective Date

*C. Resolution 2016-97, Authorizing The City Manager To Execute A Corporate Authorization Resolution For Centennial Bank To Establish City Emergency Credit Card Accounts; Directing The City Manager To Establish A Policy For Use Of The Credit Card Accounts; And Providing An Effective Date. *D. Resolution 2016-98, Ratifying A Contract With Windstream For Internet And Land Line Phone Services; Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into Agreements In Connection Therewith; And Providing For An Effective Date The public hearings will commence at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as business permits, at the City Hall Council Chambers, 9805 Overseas Hwy. in Marathon. All interested persons are invited to attend the meeting and participate in the discussion; or, written comments may be sent to the City of Marathon, c/o City Clerk, 9805 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050. Pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Council with respect to any matter considered at such hearing or meeting, one will need a record of the proceedings & may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; such record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. ADA Assistance: Anyone needing special assistance at the City Council hearing due to disability should contact the City of Marathon at (305) 289-4130 at least two days prior thereto. Please contact the City Clerk at clavierd@ci.marathon.fl.us if you would like to receive any of the items on the agenda by email.

LIVE MUSIC

SUNSET GRILLE & RAW BAR Pool Party – Sunday, Oct. 23

Sherry, a.k.a. Red, shares a new Red Molly, a basil infused strawberry lemonade martini. KRISTEN LIVENGOOD/Keys Weekly

KRISTEN LIVENGOOD kristen@keysweekly.com

Castaway

herry Minche, also known as just “Red,” moved to Marathon fulltime last January to escape the cold northern winters. Beforehand, she was a seasonal resident for that past six years. “I love the area, the weather, and the people,” she said while shaking up a new cocktail just as vibrant as her red hair. Made with citron vodka, Red Molly also includes fresh strawberry puree and muddled basil. “I just made it,” she said “It’s unique, but still fruity and citrusy and has the ‘pow’ from the basil. That makes it a little different.” She said she loves working at Castaway, but awaits the day when she will honestly not have to work and be independently wealthy so she can spend her days hanging out at Sombrero and Bahia Honda beaches sipping on cocktails. In her spare time, she likes “researching” other liquors and reads a lot. Her recommendation is “Stones of Summer.” She said the Red Molly goes well with the King of the Jungle lionfish sushi roll or the professor’s pasta filled with tomatoes, mushrooms, and garlic. The latter is a vegetarian pasta she makes hearty with the addition of chicken. Castaway is located at the end of 15th Street, oceanside, in Marathon. Follow the signs.

SPARKY’S LANDING Karen Weber & Funkin’ Conchs - Friday, Oct. 21 Roger Jokela - Saturday, Oct. 22 and Tuesday, Oct. 25 Ken Fairbrother - Wednesday, Oct. 26 John Bartus - Thursday, Oct. 27 CASTAWAY WATERFRONT Corey & Ty - Friday, Sept. 21 Aaron Austin - Saturday, Oct. 22 Glenn Harmon - Sunday, Oct. 23 Tony Napoli - Thursday, Oct. 27 NOWHERE BAR & GRILL Karaoke - Fridays THE HURRICANE Open Mic Night w/ Tony Napoli Wednesday, Oct. 26 Johnny Long – Friday, Oct. 28 and Saturday, Oct. 29 Red Elvises – Monday, Oct. 31 MARATHON ALE HOUSE DJ Dekade - Saturday, Oct. 22 Ale House Jam - Sunday, Oct. 23 KEY COLONY INN John Bartus – Saturday nights LULU’S Lady A & Blue Fuze - Friday, Oct. 21 Tim Dee - Thursday, Oct. 27 PORKY’S BAYSIDE Tim Dee - Friday through Sunday Tony Napoli - Mondays Joe Mama - Tuesdays and Wednesdays Marc Davis - Thursdays BURDINES Joe Mama - Every Friday KEY WEST TWO FRIENDS PATIO RESTAURANT Local artists performing live daily: twofriendskeywest.com. Karaoke - Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays at 8:30 p.m. SUNSET PIER at OCEAN KEY RESORT Marjorie Lee - Friday, Oct. 21 at 1 p.m. Mark Lum – Friday, Oct. 21 at 6 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 22 at 1 Robert Albury - Monday, Oct. 24 and Wednesday, Oct. 26 at 6 p.m. The Happy Dog – Tuesday, Oct. 25 at 6 p.m. The E’Claires – Thursday, Oct. 27 at 6 p.m. Marjorie Lee – Friday, Oct. 28 at 1 p.m.

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

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We Repair STIHL Products

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THE FRESHEST SEAFOOD AND BEST PRICES IN TOWN! Stone Crab Claws Now Available

Best Prices in town!

LUNCH AND DINNER

RETAIL MARKET SPECIAL WHOLE LOBSTER $8.95 lb. RESTAURANT SPECIAL STONE CRAB CREOLE $16.00

Fish Filet Meal (Fried, Grilled or Blackened) Choice of Mahi, Grouper, Snapper, Hogfish or Seared Tuna. Shrimp Platter (Fried, Grilled or Blackened). Seafood Pasta. Skirt Steak. Fried Calamari Shrimp Quesadillas. Steak Fajitas. Fish Tacos. Lobster Enchilado (Creole style). "Best" Cuban Sandwich. Midnight/Medianoche. Philly Cheese Steak. Steak Sandwich/Pan con Bistec. Chicken Sandwich. Pork Sandwich/Pan con Lechon. Homemade Desserts including Fried Key Lime Pie!

OUR SEAFOOD SOUP IS A LOCALS FAVORITE!

RETAIL MARKET

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WE SERVE BEER & WINE!

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 10 A.M. – 9 P.M. • 10925 O/S HWY., MARATHON • 305-735-4132

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

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RAW BAR

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Grilled Oysters | 16 Taps – 150 Bottled & Canned Beers

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OCTOBER

FRIDAY NIGHTS AT THE MUSEUM:

HALLOWEEN CRAFT NIGHT

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$10 Blue Plate Special Lunch | Cocktails

New Patients Welcome!

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Square Grouper is OPEN. My New Joint closed until Thursday, November 3rd!

Voted Best Lunch and Best Seafood in the People’s Choice Awards of the Lower Keys and Key West

Family Dentistry with an Emphasis on Comfort & Quality

Crane Point Hammock

5:30pm-7:30pm: Admission $10 Come join us for an all hallows evening of creativity. We will be creating Halloween decorations: monsters, ghouls, ghosts, and more out of everyday household items. MATERIALS, SNACKS, AND REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED

305-745-8880 | MM 22.5 Oceanside, Cudjoe Key | Lunch 11-2:30 * Dinner 5-10

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

Now open TO THE PUBLIC!

Visit Henry Flagler's Historic Pigeon Key

18-Hole Golf Course Tennis Courts Free golf and tennis clinics call now!

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Want to Attract more Business?

305-743-5999 Daily Historical Tours At 10am, 12pm, & 2pm • www.pigeonkey.net

Let’s go Fishing!

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Marathon Lady • 73’ Party Boat Call Lesley at 305-395-9895

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MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

The Real Keys Waterfront Dining Experience

DAILY Specials & FRESH Local Seafood

Large CRAFT BEER Selection Daily LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

HAPPY HOUR DAILY from 3 – 6 PM OPEN DAILY 7 AM - 10 PM for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Breakfast served 7AM-11AM)

Homemade Desserts 1410 Overseas Hwy, Bayside MM 47.5, Marathon, FL 305-289-2065 PorkysBaysideBBQ.com Facebook.com/PorkysBaysideBBQFLKeys

BBQ Brisket Smoked on Premises Every Day!

Burdines

11am to 9pm Daily • 305-743-9204 • 1200 Oceanview Ave off 15th St

H I D E AWAY C A F E The only thing we overlook is the Ocean Sunset Spe c

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Comp now only $1lete Dinners 6.95 per per son Must be seat ed by 5:15 pm 7 nights a w eek (exce pt holidays)

Serving Breakfast Oceanside 7 Days a Week Reservations 289-1554 • At beautiful Rainbow Bend Resort • Credit Cards Accepted • Mile Marker 58, Grassy Key •

COMMUNITY KEYS DISEASE NEWS

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

Church Ladies with Typewriters More actual passages taken directly from church bulletins…

hank God for church ladies with typewriters. I do believe that God has an amazing sense of humor, as evidenced by these sentences that JOHN actually appeared in church bulletins BARTUS or were announced is a City Council at church services. member and a Thanks again to my former Mayor of friend Mac from the the City of MaraUK for these! thon. John is also a musician who • The Fasting & performs around Prayer conference town at various includes a meal. establishments. • Scouts are saving aluminum cans, bottles and other items to be recycled. Proceeds will be used to cripple children. • The sermon this morning: “Jesus Walks on the Water.” The sermon tonight: “Searching for Jesus.” • Ladies, don’t forget the rummage sale. It’s a chance to get rid of those things not worth keeping around the house. Bring your husbands. • Don’t let worry kill you off — let the Church help! • Miss Charlene Mason sang, “I Will Not Pass This Way Again,” giving obvious pleasure to the congregation. • For those of you who have children and don’t know it, we have a nursery downstairs. • Next Thursday there will be try-outs for the choir. They need all the help they can get. • Irving Benson and Jessie Carter were married on October 24 in the church. So ends a friendship that began in their school days. • A bean supper will be held on Tuesday evening in the church hall. Music will follow. • At the evening service tonight, the sermon topic will be “What Is Hell?” Come early and listen to our choir practice. • Eight new choir robes are currently needed due to the addition of several new members and to the deterioration of some older ones.

• Please place your donation in the envelope along with the deceased person you want remembered. • The church will host an evening of fine dining, super entertainment, and gracious hostility. • Pot Luck Supper Sunday at 5 p.m. — prayer and medication to follow. • The ladies of the Church have cast off clothing of every kind. They may be seen in the basement on Friday afternoon. • This evening at 7 p.m. there will be a hymn singing in the park across from the Church. Bring a blanket and come prepared to sin. • The pastor would appreciate it if the ladies of the Congregation would lend him their electric girdles for the pancake breakfast next Sunday. • Low Self Esteem Support Group will meet Thursday at 7 p.m. Please use the back door. • The eighth-graders will be presenting Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” in the Church basement Friday at 7 p.m. The congregation is invited to attend this tragedy. • Weight Watchers will meet at 7 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church. Please use large double door at the side entrance. And this one just about sums them all up… • The Associate Minister unveiled the church’s new campaign slogan last Sunday: “I Upped My Pledge — Up Yours!” ••••• John Bartus performs Wednesdays at Tarpon Creek, Thursdays at Sparky’s Landing, tonight (Friday) with Jade Storm at Postcard Inn in Islamorada, and most Saturday nights at the Key Colony Inn. www. johnbartus.com

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THE CIRCLE OF CARE

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

What women need to know in the Keys HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

Step 1

Step 4

Have a clinical breast exam These can be performed by a doctor or nurse practitioner at either an OB/GYN office or clinic.

A positive finding of cancer Consult with your primary doctor and oncologist about the right course of treatment. Options include lumpectomy, partial mastectomy, total mastectomy and breast reconstruction can all be done at both hospitals. Chemotherapy and radiation are available at 21st Century Oncology Center in Key West. Mariners Hospital in the Upper Keys also has an oncology suite where chemotherapy can be delivered according to an oncologist’s plan. Many Keys patients travel to the mainland for further treatment. After treatment, women should continue to regularly visit their doctors for further checks, including clinical breast exams.

If the patient is between the ages of 50 and 64, she may be eligible for the Florida Breast & Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program, FBCCP. In Key West, this can only be done at Womankind; in Marathon, women can be screened for the program at Community Health Center of South Florida (CHI). The patient is given a prescription to go to Fisherman's Hospital for a free mammogram, diagnostic mammogram and biopsy if needed. The program also pays for surgery and/or chemotherapy and reconstructive surgery.

Step 2

Step 3A

Get a mammogram Mammograms are available at every Keys hospital. Both Lower Keys Medical Center and Fishermen’s Hospital also have ultrasound equipment, and LKMC will offer 3D mammography in 2017. The hospitals often run specials during October for women without insurance, offering mammograms for a low-cost, flat fee. The Zonta Club of Key West and the Zonta Club of Marathon also offer vouchers for free mammograms for women who qualify. There are also diagnostic centers that provide mammograms, such as Mammography of Key West or the mobile HerScan. Check to see if the service includes a reading from a certified radiologist, or if that requires an extra payment.

No findings Whew! Schedule next year’s mammogram.

Step 3B Abnormal results. Women who have been diagnosed with abnormalities should schedule further testing as soon as possible at the local hospital. The hospitals offer diagnostic mammograms conducted by an on-site radiologist. Biopsies can be performed during an ultrasound, and results will be sent to the patient and her doctor within 24 hours.

COMMUNITY NEWS

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 Saturday Oct 22nd 1PM-4PM Sunday Oct 23rd 11AM-3PM

OPEN HOUSE

330 E. Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach 2 bedrooms 3 baths, Vacation Rental Ready

Walter Ceballos 305-562-0819

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS MEDICAL SERVICES The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office requests proposals from Florida licensed physicians practicing in Monroe, Dade and Broward County to provide medical service to MCSO employees for a three year contract period. Required services include: • Annual and new hire physical examinations including EKG and TB tests • Hepatitis B Vaccinations • New Hires, random and for cause drug urinalysis (16 Panel) • Fitness for duty examinations • Consultations with Sheriff’s staff as required • Certification for respirator use in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.134 • Hearing Test (if applicable) • Stress Test (if applicable) • Range of Motion Test (if applicable) • QuantiFeron Test (approval required) • FAA Physicals • FAA Drug Test • Hair Follicle Drug Test MCSO has approximately 590 employees. Currently 322 are sworn deputy sheriffs and detention deputies; the remainder, are civilian. All new hires receive a physical examination. Only sworn officers receive annual physicals. Last year 310 employees received annual physicals, 76 new hires received physicals including drug urinalysis and 60 random drug tests were administered. MCSO intends to contract with physicians in Monroe (Lower, Middle, and Upper Keys) Dade and Broward County. Evening and Saturday hours are desirable. The MCSO reserves the right to take any action that may be necessary or in the best interest of the MCSO; in proposals received; to request additional information, to exercise its discretion and to apply its judgment in all matters pertaining to the proposal. The MCSO further reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, with or without cause, to waive technical errors and informalities or accept proposals, which in its judgment, best serves the MCSO. For further information contact Executive Director Donna A. Moore at (305) 292-7044. The proposals must be received at the MCSO Human Resources Division – 5525 College Road, Key West, no later than 5:00 pm on Friday, November 14, 2016, and include the following information: • Name and credentials of physicians • Certificate of Liability • State of Florida Department of Health Division of Medical quality Assurance • Controlled Substance Registration Certificate • National Provider Identification (NPI) Enumerator • Location(s) where services are to be performed • Hours of Operation • Cost of the aforementioned required services Proposals received after the deadline noted above will not be accepted. MCSO is not responsible for postal or courier service delays. MCSO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual preference, transgender, transsexual, genetics or disability.

Accountant Full Time Min. 5 Yrs Experience Job Description Available Email Resume and Salary Requirements to: tara@keyscpa.com 305-743-6586 EOE

Full & Part Time Positions. Apply in Person. Grassy Key Outpost 58152 Overseas Hwy.

We Buy Gold Locally! Cash Flow Jewelry and Pawn Townsquare Mall Marathon

Rewarding stable jobs with excellent benefits!!! THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. in MARATHON is looking for: • Medical Director/ Psychiatrist

• Care Coordinator/LPN • Peer Specialist (PT) • Maintenance Specialist • Psychiatrist (PT, Contract) • Pharmacist (PT, Contract) • Maintenance Coordinator The Guidance/Care Center, Inc, a division of

HIRING! A Cut Above

Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop is now hiring for evening shifts.

Please Apply In Person 8919 Overseas Hwy in Marathon

OFFICE SPACES FOR RENT Office spaces FOR RENT starting at $250/mo. Parking spaces also available. Located on US 1, Cudjoe Key. 305-304-0776

Help Wanted FL Licensed Barber or Hair Dresser for walk in hair cuts

Call 305-289-4622

“Uplifting the human spirit since 1973”

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. in KEY WEST is looking for: • Child & Adult Case Managers • Child & Adult Behavioral Health Therapists • Drivers (Key West & Key Largo) • Care Coordinator • Substance Abuse Counselor Visit www.guidancecarecenter.org or http://careers.westcare.com to apply. EEOC/DFWP, Bilingual a plus; Drug & background screening required.

HELP WANTED Line Cook AM Server Assistant P/T Host/Hostess (weekends) GREAT PAY INCENTIVES. PAID VACATIONS BENEFITS AFTER 90 DAYS Please apply in person at 28500 Overseas Highway, Little Torch Key

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 AUTOS FOR SALE

AUTOS FOR SALE

EMPLOYMENT

FISHING MISC.

Key Largo School Crossing Guard Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is accepting preliminary applications for School Crossing Guard.4 hour work days with split shifts of 2 hours in the morning and 2 hours in the afternoon.Hourly rate is $14.06. Applicants must fill out the online pre-application at: www.keysso.net Contact Charles Slebodnick at (305) 2927044. EEO/AAP TELLER POSITIONS at FIRST STATE BANK of the Florida Keys. BIG PINE KEY BRANCH. Cash handling & balancing skills a must. Apply on line w w w.keysbank. com. EOE M/F/V/D Member FDIC Seeking stable happy energetic personality for PT sales position in fun gift shop. Must be year-round Marathon resident; retirees welcome. Stop in to schedule appointment at 11528 Overseas Highway Marathon Construction Foreman wanted. Needs Vehicle. Pay commensurate with experience. Call 305-304-7995 Looking for i n d e p e n d e n t worker. Must have vehicle Great pay and training included. Call 305304-7995 NOW HIRING: Sweet Savannah’s is now hiring for evening shifts. Please Apply In Person. 8919 Overseas Hwy in Marathon LOOKING FOR Wait Staff, Food Runners & Hosts. Established busy restaurant must apply in Person. Sparky’s Landing, Key Colony Beach Servers & Bartenders Needed Full Time Please apply during business hours. Key Colony Inn, 700 W. Ocean Dr. Key Colony

Many ref’s avail. John Potts Jr. 321-784-5982 or 3 2 1 - 3 0 2 - 3 6 3 0 w w w. s h i p s u s a .co m

KEY WEST KIA

1963 Pontiac Grand Prix -almost entirely original parts and interior. Blue inside and out. Great condition. $12,500. For more details or more pictures, call 305-733-7901. Located in Marathon.

A Wellings Automotive Company 2826 North Roosevelt Blvd.

Key West, FL (305) 295-8646 www.KeyWestKia.com

WELLINGS AUTOMOTIVE 9200 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL (305) 509-7499 www.KeyWestKia.com

Call us and SAVE, SAVE, SAVE 2003 Ford Mustang Runs great $2,790

2015 Toyota Corolla Warranty, 34,000 miles $13,390

2015 KIA Optima LX 16,300 miles $14,990

2015 Nissan Altima 35,795 miles, white, like new $14,990

2016 Jeep Compass Like new, 18,650 miles $15,490

2014 Kia Sorento Low miles, like new $17,990

2015 Camaro Convertible RS $20,290

2015 Dodge Challenger SXT 14,000 miles, loaded $20,990

2016 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Like new $22,990

2016 Ford F150 Crew Cab Loaded, 15,800 miles $27,990

2013 Toyota Tundra Crew Cab Call for details!!! Tax, tag and DOC fee not included in sale price.

KEY WEST KIA A Wellings Automotive Company 2826 North Roosevelt Blvd. Key West, FL (305) 295-8646 www.KeyWestKia.com

WELLINGS AUTOMOTIVE 9200 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL (305) 509-7499 www.KeyWestKia.com

Call us and SAVE, SAVE, SAVE

AUTOS WANTED ALL YEARS! Junk or Used. Cars - Vans - Trucks - RVs. Running or Not. CASH 305-332-0483

ED EMPLOYMENT

HIRING - Island Time Diner Ice Cream & Deli is hiring for a nights and weekends ice cream and deli worker. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and supply references. Please apply at 5187 Overseas Hwy, Marathon - next to Office Depot.

Reefside Renovation and Construction looking for skilled construction laborers. Middle Keys locals only. Call 305-731-4583 Local convenience store in the Keys is currently recruiting for Sales Associates and Assistant Managers in the Marathon and Islamorada area. Qualified applicants will have 2 - 3 years previous retail experience, enjoy working with the public, previous cash handling experience and able to work nights and weekends Company offers amazing benefits package - health, dental, vision, life, holiday and paid vacation time. All interested candidates can forward their resumes to employmentinthekeys@ gmail.com Florida Keys Diesel Repair, Inc. located at 531 107th Street, Marathon, is now hiring qualified diesel technicians. Caterpillar or Cummins Certified Diesel Techs need only apply. Requirements are 5 years minimum experience on Cummins or Caterpillar engines, at least one certification on one of the described engines, proficiency in SIS or QSOL also required. Please contact us at 305-289-2070 Florida Keys Diesel R e p a i r , Inc. located at 531 107th Street, Marathon, is now hiring a Parts Manager Assistant. Please contact us at 305-289-2070 Irrigation/Landscape Lighting Specialist D’Asign Source is looking for a highly skilled and motivated Irrigation/ Lighting Specialist. 3 or more years of lighting and irrigation design, Installation and maintenance e x p e r i e n c e . C o m p e t i t i v e compensation and benefits. careers@ dasignsource.com

NOW HIRING Lunch & Dinner Shifts, Full Time Only with Experience. Apply in person, Grassy Key Outpost, MM 58 EXP. HELP ONLY needed for all positions. Apply in person Mon-Fri 1011am @ Sunset Grille & Raw Bar Knights Key Blvd. Marathon

FISHING MISC. ALL TYPES OF PERMITS! Rock Shrimp, King Fish, Atlantic Snapper, Grouper Gulf, 6 Pack Reef & Pelagic. Commercial Gulf Reef Fish, Gulf Snapper IFQ’s, Long Line pkg. Many other permits avail. We buy, sell & broker all types of permits. Call before you buy or sell! Please call for prices. Licensed & Bonded. All permits guaranteed valid for transfer.

FOR RENT COMMERCIAL

LEGAL NOTICES recorded in Official Records Book 595 at Page 351 of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida A/K/A: One Kyle Way South, Unit 201/48, Marathon, FL 33050 -AND-

2 Office Spaces For Rent in Marathon. One office is approximately 500 square feet and the other is approximately 600 square feet. Contact number is 305 743 5142. .

FOR RENT CONDOMINUM

FOR RENT: Beautiful SeaWatch Condo - 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath with Den for possible 3rd Bedroom. Partially Furnished, Basic Cable Included. No Pets. Great Workout Room & Pool. $3,000 per month (negotiable). Call Bonnie at ACRE Sales 305-393-2691 304-3610 HOBBIES /

COLLECTIBLES

SELLING OLD NAUTICAL items. Lanterns, Chelsea Ship Clocks, Ship Wheels, Binnacles, Vents, Signs & 1/2 Hulls. ALSO BUYING. Call Lou 603-455-6106 PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex, Dive watches and Pilot watches. Old model Military clocks & watches. Call 305-7434578

LEGAL NOTICES IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO. 14-CA000291-M NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, AMY HEAVILIN, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will, on the 7 TH DAY OF NOVEMBER 2016 at 11:00AM on THE FRONT STEPS OF THE MONROE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 500 WHITEHEAD STREET in the city of KEY WEST, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Unit 201 Week 48 of HAWK’S NEST CONDOMINIUM, a Condominium, according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof,

Unit 201 Week 49 of HAWK’S NEST CONDOMINIUM, a Condominium, according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof, recorded in Official Records Book 595 at Page 351 of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida A/K/A: One Kyle Way South, Unit 201/49, Marathon, FL 33050 Pursuant to the FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE entered in a case in said Court, the style of which is: HAWK’S NEST CONDOMINIUM, INC., A FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION Plaintiff, VS. GEORGE BAILEY; Unknown Heirs, Beneficiaries et al Estate of John N Flury; Unknown Heirs, Beneficiaries et al Estate of Virginia K Flury, Defendants.

LEGAL NOTICES XX-6785, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

LEGAL NOTICES BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: October 14, 2016. Personal Representative: Charles Merriman 347A Pleasant Valley Road, P.O. Box 385 Potsdam, New York 13676 Attorney for Personal Representative: Robert E. Korn, Esq. Florida Bar Number: 127998 Bernstein Hodsdon Tannen & Korn, P.A. 2700 N. Military Trail, Suite 100 Boca Raton, Florida 33431 Telephone: (561) 910-6671 E-mail Address: bhtkorn@ aol.com Publish: October 14 & October 21, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers

The Weekly Newspapers are in full compliance with Chapter 50 of the Florida State Statutes on Legal and Official Advertisements. The Weekly Newspapers are distributed from Key Largo to Key West. Call (305) 743-0844, Fax (305) 7430866 or E-mail: anneke@ keysweekly.com.

NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS

And the Docket Number of which is Number 14-CA-000291-M WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 4th day of October, 2016. AMY HEAVILIN, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Tammy Marciel Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale. Publish: October 21 and October 28, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2016-CP000063-M IN RE: ESTATE OF Betty Merriman a.k.a. Betty G. Merriman and Betty W. Merriman, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Betty Merriman a.k.a. Betty G. Merriman and Betty W. Merriman, deceased, whose date of death was March 15, 2016, and whose social security number is XXX-

Plantation Key Nursing Center

located in Tavernier, is seeking

C.N.A.

12 hr shifts days and nights available $500.00 sign on bonus for all new applicants We offer a competitive wage and benefits program. To apply for position, Please submit your Resume to BOL@PLANTATIONKEYNC.COM

MARATHON WEEKLY / OCTOBER 21, 2016

• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES •

305.743.0844

Full & Part Time Positions.

Detention Deputy Trainee: The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is accepting Preliminary Applications for a Detention Deputy Trainee Academy starting January 31, 2017. Monroe County Sheriff’s Office will pay for your new career (tuition, books and salary). Preliminary Applications must be completed and received by November 18, 2016. Applicants may apply on line at www.keysso.net or contact Charles Slebodnick at cslebodnick@keysso.net or 305 292-7044. EEO/AAP.

Apply in Person. Grassy Key Outpost 58152 Overseas Hwy.

HIRING!

Communications Supervisor MARATHON Monroe County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for Communications Supervisor. Individual is responsible for the supervision of a group of Communications Officers in the Sheriff’s Office. Work performed under general supervision of the Director of Communications and is reviewed for timeliness, effectiveness and compliance with established policies and procedures. Position involves scheduling, directing, and evaluating a staff to ensure that prompt, safe and effective response is made to calls for police and other emergency services.

HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:

Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop

Servers, Busperson, Prep Cook, Bartender and Food Runners.

is now hiring for evening shifts.

Please apply on line at www.spottswood.com/careers or on site 13201 Overseas Highway. EOE m/f/d/v

Please Apply In Person 8919 Overseas Hwy in Marathon

Qualifications required: High School diploma or equivalent and three years experience as a dispatcher. Type 35 wpm minimum, successfully pass questionnaires and Criticall test. Work all shifts and natural disasters. Ability to manage personnel is desired. Complete preliminary application at www.keysso.net. Email resumes to salexander@keysso.net or fax to (305) 292-7159. Suzanne Alexander may be contacted @ (305) 292-7044. EOE/AAP

The Hammocks at Marathon

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES $250 Sign-On Bonus! • Repair and Maintenance Engineer • Room Attendant • Houseperson/Carpet Shampoo • Recreation-Activities Associate Camp Counselor Experience Outdoor activities a plus.

GREAT BENEFITS:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 4 weeks’ vacation, 401k match & much more.

TO APPLY:

Online: jobs.bluegreenvacations.com In Person at The Hammocks: 1688 Overseas Highway, Gulf Side, Mile Marker 48, Marathon Or Call Carlos 305-743-9009

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THE MOORINGS

MM 81.5 Seeking self-motivated people for

General Housekeeping Fax Resumes to 1-305-664-4242 or pick up an application at 123 Beach Rd. Islamorada

Casa del Sol Beach Resort Now Hiring: FULL TIME, PART TIME FRONT DESK RESERVATIONIST Candidate must be friendly and outgoing with excellent customer service skills. Basic computer skills and proper phone etiquette required. Some weekends and evening shifts required. Excellent Salary

Please apply in person.

Casa del Sol Beach Resort 58162 Overseas Hwy, Grassy Key 305-743-8400

Management positions @ Fairvilla's Sexy Things (524 Front Street, Key West Florida 33040) Applicants must be open minded & personable with the ability to lead others. Should enjoy interacting with customers, and be a responsible self-starter with computer skills & the ability to focus on details. Reply to this job posting by sending all of the following to Cherie@fairvilla.com: Letter of interest on the available position • Current resume & your availability & include your favorite joke PLEASE NOTE: Emails that only include a resume without a letter of interest will NOT be considered. • Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

OFFICE SPACES FOR RENT Office spaces FOR RENT starting at $250/mo. Parking spaces also available. Located on US 1, Cudjoe Key. 305-304-0776

Immediate opening for a HVAC Service Technician Upper & Middle Keys. Great Pay • Paid Holidays • Sick Pay • Medical Insurance • Paid Vacation

Apply in person 171 Hood Ave • MM 91.5 • Tavernier p 305-852-2960 • f 305-852-0656

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let’s do business let’s do business FAAST MOBILE SERVICE Specializing in Personal Watercraft & Jet Boat Repair – over 20 years

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MASTER MARINE SURVEYOR SERVING ALL THE KEYS

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installation • repairs commercial retaining walls brick cleaning & sealing Dave Keller (305) 304-3966 family owned & operated

Now Hiring

Waitstaff, Food Runners & Hosts Great Opportunity to work year round! Please apply in person daily at 3pm. Sparky's Landing! (305) 684-9799

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Great Prices, Good Service, Good People Joel & Bonnie Cadbury

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Kitchen Cabinets Sales REAL Wood Cabinets at Particle Board Prices KitchenKorner/Fred's Beds 1333 O/S Hwy, MM 53.5 • 305-743-7277

Ceramic Tile We Do Porcelain Installations! Marble Licensed & Insured Granite Tops FREE ESTIMATES & 109th St, Marathon Floor & Wall Tiles U.S.1 (Across from Beall’s Outlet) Carpets Lic#SP-3562 289-3019

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