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HOUSE BILLS THREATEN TOURISM

Proposals

would divert dollars

from tourist development to property tax relief

JIM McCARTHY jim@keysweekly.com

Taxes paid by visitors to the Sunshine State, which are currently used for tourism marketing and facilities, could soon go to reduce county property taxes under a set of proposals in the Florida House. Specifically, two pieces of legislation aim to eliminate the use of tourist development tax (TDT) revenues for promoting and attracting tourism — and instead using them to provide property owners with a bit of tax relief beginning in 2026. House bills 1221 and 7033 moved favorably out of the State Affairs and Budget committees on April 22.

Per an analysis of the bills, beginning in 2026, a credit against county property taxes must be applied to property tax bills that, in total, equals the prior year’s TDT collections less any revenue needed for debt service or to continue any contract in effect on July 1, 2025. The credit on bills may either be proportionate shares of the TDT collections for all county taxpayers, or can be allocated among certain categories of taxpayers according to an ordinance adopted by the board of county commissioners.

Not only would both bills divert TDT funds to property tax relief, but they also would dissolve tourist development councils across the state. Tourism promotion agencies would also cease to exist, unless approved by the county commission via resolution on or before Dec. 31, 2025. And just keeping any local tourism dollars would require a referendum every eight years.

The House Budget Committee chair, State Rep. Lawrence McClure, said Visit Florida would not be eliminated with county-level tourism councils. Visit Florida is the state’s official destination marketing organization.

Many in the tourism sector view the proposals as a direct attack on a booming industry in Florida — with visitor spending in the state reaching $124 billion last year. Figures show roughly 2 million Floridians are employed in the hospitality and tourism industries.

“Make no mistake: this is not a tax cut — it’s a job killer,” said Visit Florida Keys president and CEO Kara Franker. “This is an existential threat — not just to the tourism industry, but to the communities like ours that depend on it.”

In the Florida Keys, the proposal could deliver a devastating blow to a tourism industry that generated $61.4 million in tourist development taxes in 2023 and 2024. Visitors booking overnight lodging in the Florida Keys pay a 4% tourism development tax, in addition to a 7.5% sales tax and 1% tourist impact tax. TDT revenues fund brick and mortar improvements for tourist-related organizations, events up and down the island chain as well as advertising and promotion. The Monroe County TDC manages the local tourism marketing efforts to assure long-term economic stability resulting from visitor-related revenues.

“For a community that relies so heavily on tourism to

drive its economy, it would be highly concerning to see any disruptions to the marketing efforts to the Florida Keys as a tourism destination,” said Robert Spottswood Jr., president for the Spottswood Companies.

Last year, the local TDC allocated $4.4 million to 140 events and festivities. A total of $11.1 million was allocated for capital projects among tourist-related businesses and organizations from Key Largo to Key West. The TDC funded municipalities’ improvements in public facilities, beach maintenance and restoration, park improvements, museum refurbishment projects and new public restroom facilities.

Nonprofit organizations throughout the Keys also received funding throughout the Florida Keys, including Key West Wildlife Center, National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, Dolphin Research Center, Reef Marine Conservation Center, Alligator Reef Light Station off Islamorada, History of Diving Museum, Key West Art and Historical Society, Florida Keys Land & Sea Trust and Jacobs Aquatic Center in Key Largo.

“It’s important we let legislators understand that TDT taxes have great benefits to taxpayers here and all throughout Florida,” said Dan Samess, Marathon Chamber of Commerce CEO. “It literally subsidizes our property taxes, allows local governments to maintain beaches and parks and provides funding for coral restoration projects, local nonprofits, the arts and much more.”

Samess added if the House bills related to TDTs pass, the financial burden would fall solely on local governments, negating any property tax savings legislators suggest.

State Rep. Monique Miller, a Republican from Palm City, is sponsoring House Bill 1221. She told fellow representatives on the State Affairs Committee her bill gives local governments more control over these taxes and the power to use the revenue to make Florida more affordable for its residents.

“Between inflation, the cost of the insurance crisis, people are losing their homes,” Miller said. “This is a way to bring them immediate relief, and also give them the tools to regrow their community the way that they think is best.”

State Rep. Jim Mooney voted against House Bills 1221 and 7033. Mooney, who is vice chair on the State Affairs Committee and a Budget Committee member, said the state is built on tourism. And while he said he admired the thought of cutting property taxes, the actual savings wouldn’t be much.

“I believe you said (it would bring) $1.5 billion in savings. That’s $68.78 per every man, woman and child in the state. That is not going to be magnificently successful,” Mooney said to Miller during the State Affairs Committee. Mooney said there are many unintended consequences with the bill that will be negative. He noted that Colorado tried a similar proposal in 1995 and 1997.

“The reality is they tried this and it was a miserable failure, they went from the No. 1 tourist destination in this country to dead last. And it took 15 years to recover. We can’t wait 15 years to recover,” he said.

Both bills will go before the full House on April 25. If approved, legislation would have to be approved in the Senate in order for it to reach the governor’s desk.

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A 15-YEAR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

JEN ALEXANDER www.keysweekly.com

The Marathon High School Culinary Arts program, led by head chef and instructor Carl Stanton – or as he’s known to the school, just “Chef” – turned 15 on April 11. The program celebrated its success and welcomed current and former students to the high school with culinary delicacies to celebrate the quindecennial year.

The MHS program is a part of ProStart, a two-year, industry-backed culinary arts and restaurant management program for high school students. Stanton, who has also won the ProStart Teacher of the Year, and has earned the school a high-achieving rank as a Premier ProStart Program, has been a part of the culinary team for the past 13 years.

“It’s really amazing what these kids have been able to achieve in such a short amount of time,” said Stanton. “I’m so very proud of the accomplishments of my former and current students and am looking forward to the great things they will do in their lives. We have been able to participate in some really great competitions and held our own with the big high schools in Florida. These kids come from all aspects of life and have amazing goals and dreams. I’m just glad I can be a part of their inspiration.”

Marathon High School's ProStart program goes beyond its two-year structure, offering students valuable ServSafe certifications in areas like restaurant management, food handling, allergen awareness and workplace safety. Nowhere is this more evident than at the Dolphin Bistro, which puts on dinner services throughout the year at the school’s “in-house restaurant” for members of the public as well as

offering students the chance to venture out and cater community events.

Juniors and seniors may also take the ProStart1 and ProStart2 classes.

These two levels are part of a nationally-recognized program developed by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation to provide comprehensive training in culinary arts and restaurant management for high school students. ProStart1 typically introduces foundational skills, while ProStart2 builds upon those skills and delves deeper into industry knowledge and practices. The Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (FRLA) also recognizes student achievements within the program.

A dedicated member of Marathon High School's culinary program for all four of her high school years, senior Gabriella Gutierrez recently received the FRLA Hospitality Excellence Award in March. This statewide competition is by invitation only for premier program schools. Gutierrez intends to study business administration at the University of North Florida and told the Weekly she envisions opening her own Mexican restaurant post-graduation.

“I’ve been involved in the hospitality and restaurant industry my whole life,” she said. “My dad was a chef. He passed away four years ago, but the idea of becoming involved in culinary was always in my blood. … So being able to have the opportunity to get into culinary was just amazing because it’s really helped me stay connected with my dad ever since he passed away. It kind of made me create my own culinary pathway in the same way that he could.”

According to ProStart, over the past 27 years, more than 1 million students have participated. The curriculum integrates practical skills, allows students to become familiar with

restaurants and food service, exposes them to innovative career opportunities and provides tools and skills needed to become industry leaders.

“The first year that I took and passed my first exam, it kind of lit a spark that I didn't really know that I could have,” said Gutierrez. “It showed me that if I put my mind to it, I can achieve what I want to do. I’m really grateful for being a part of this program the past four years. … It was also fun being a part of the competitions.”

The MHS culinary program aims to prepare students for immediate and effective entry into the restaurant workforce by integrating realworld experiences into the classroom. Friendly competitions along with hands-on work with mentors provide industry insights and highlights the link between performance and career success. The program also instills punctuality, preparedness, teamwork and accountability, producing skilled and professionally mature graduates ready for the demands of the restaurant industry.

For more information visit facebook.com/MHSDolphinBistro.

From top: Marathon High School culinary students host a dinner at the Dolphin Bistro to celebrate the program’s 15th anniversary. From left: Aldo Badalamenti, Andres Arroyo, Joselin Cubas, Alyssa De La Torre, Phoebe Krzypkowski, Nicholas Roberts, Madison Sweeney, Faith Edward, Raul Llanes and Julian Ambrosio. ALEX RICKERT/Keys Weekly

Carl ‘Chef Flavor’ Stanton, the head of Marathon High’s culinary program, shows off a full wall of hardware, trophies and plaques earned by the school and its students.

senior Gabriella Gutierrez,

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4 FINALISTS PICKED FOR SUPERINTENDENT

School board names 2 in-county, 2 out-of-county applicants

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And then there were four — finalists, that is, for the Florida Keys’ top education job.

School board members on April 22 narrowed the list of candidates from 11 semifinalists to four finalists — two Monroe County School District employees and two deputy superintendents from other Florida counties.

The four finalists, in alphabetical order, are:

Amber Archer Acevedo: current Monroe County School District deputy superintendent; former principal at Key West High School and Poinciana Elementary.

Darren Burkett: current deputy superintendent of Collier County public schools.

Laura Lietaert: current principal of Coral Shores High School; former teacher, assistant principal and principal at Key Largo School.

Edward Tierney: current deputy superintendent & chief of schools for Palm Beach County; former teacher of exception students; former high school principal; retired U.S. Marine Corps veteran.

In a ranking exercise at their April 22 meeting, all five school board members included Burkett and Tierney in their list of desired finalists. Acevedo and Lietaert each received support from three of the five board members.

Acevedo got the finalist nod from John Dick, Sue Woltanski and Yvette Mira-Talbott, but not Mindy Conn or Darren Horan.

Lietaert received support from Mira-Talbott, Horan and Conn, but not Dick or Woltanski.

All candidate applications are available at keysschools.com, under the “Superintendent Search” link at the top of the home page.

The school board members and district officials have been working with consultants from the Florida School Boards Association, who have guided the application and ongoing interview process, which continues next week with public interviews, one-on-one interviews with individual board members and public meet-and-

greet receptions in each region of the county.

Individual school board members will conduct 90-minute interviews with each of the four finalists on Friday, May 2 starting at 9 a.m. in Marathon.

Community receptions to meet the finalists are scheduled:

• Upper Keys: Wednesday, April 30 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Murray Nelson Government Center.

• Middle Keys: Thursday, May 1 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.at Marathon High School.

• Key West: Friday, May 2 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Beachside Resort.

The final selection of the next superintendent is scheduled for the May 6 board meeting. Contract negotiations will follow. The job posting outlines a salary range of $175,000 to $225,000, plus benefits, “along with a relocation stipend and other negotiated incentives,” the job posting states. The current superintendent’s salary is $175,000.

The new schools chief will start work July 1, allowing a month-long overlap before the July 31 retirement of Theresa Axford.

WHO PAYS FOR RAISED ROADS?

County commission weighs $25,000 assessment for homeowners in improved areas

ALEX RICKERT alex@keysweekly.com

Discussion over how to “split the bill” for looming road adaptations in the Keys earned center stage at the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners’ meeting on April 16.

From 2021 to 2023, a Roads Vulnerability Sea Level Rise Adaptation Study completed by the county identified and ranked 97 road areas for improvement by the year 2045, at a projected cost of $1.6 billion, to mitigate flooding due to rising sea levels. Of those 97 areas, 49 were recommended for completion by 2025 at a projected cost of $888 million – before accounting for rising costs since the original 2020 estimate.

Prior discussion of how to raise the monumental sum – including a public bond, sales tax increases, grants and loans – continued in last Wednesday’s preliminary proposal for discussion: a uniform $25,000 assessment per “billing unit” in areas identified for improvement to defray a portion of capital costs, plus established localized taxing districts to fund 100% of the operations and maintenance of each area’s road project.

The assessments drew heavy criticism from public commenters, most of whom were residents in areas with improvement projects already underway. Several took issue with what they felt was a lack of communication from county officials as rising costs, layers of environmental regulations and shifting funding sources changed the financial landscape of each project. Others said potential assessments would hurt property values and raise rents, potentially driving more of the Keys’ workforce out of the island chain with the significant tax increases.

Steve Miller, executive director of the Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce, told the commission that such an assessment in the Sands subdivision on Big Pine Key could be a tipping point for the Keys’ workforce.

“They’re the ones that are just getting by, a lot of them,” he said. “This is just going to be one more thing that’s going to be landing on top of them (and) pushing them away. And we’re losing more of this workforce all the time.”

County Administrator Christine Hurley told the commission that existing projects in Conch Key and the Sands and Twin Lakes subdivisions have “pretty much tapped out” the

county’s capacity for funding available through its one cent infrastructure surtax. Hurley and multiple county commissioners reminded the audience that grant funding for projects requires a matching portion, and that recent deep cuts to state and federal grant funding could place future projects in even greater jeopardy without local financial backing. Chief Resilience Officer Rhonda Haag said that while grant funding is partially secured for a total of seven projects, there will still be a likely shortfall that Monroe County taxpayers will need to cover.

“What that means, and I want to be very clear about this … is unless we raise ad valorem taxes to pay for portions of these other projects, we cannot do the projects,” Hurley said. “None of us are happy about the discussions we’re having.”

“I’m afraid that we’re looking at changing issues in our country, with less willingness to provide money than there is willingness to take and cut funding,” said commissioner David Rice. “It’s okay to say we don’t want to have this $25,000 per building unit collected, but that money still has to be paid. We don’t have the money, and maybe you (taxpayers) don’t have the money either. That leaves us one option (to abandon roads), and I think we’re going to be facing that issue.”

“We’re now at that philosophical question: Who is going to pay for this?” said Mayor Pro Tem Michelle Lincoln, who pledged to host a town hall meeting for Sands subdivision residents to discuss the impacts of the improvement projects. “It’s coming out of ad valorem taxes; is it going to come from one specific neighborhood that’s receiving a benefit, or is the entire county going to pay for these projects that may only benefit a few?”

“I don’t know if we’re quite there on making a decision on how we move forward,” said commissioner Holly Raschein. “I do appreciate that we do need to have a community process and a consistent process.”

“Sea level rise is continuing,” said Mayor Jim Scholl. “We don’t want to be just rearranging the deck chairs on the Titanic. Somewhere there’s got to be a balance of what the investment is going to be, what the return on the investment is going to be, and whether there are alternatives when we’re done with pilot projects.”

No formal action was taken on the proposal, with discussions set to continue at future commission meetings.

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The ReStore is a fundraising arm of Habitat for Humanity of the Middle Keys. They are a donation center that resells new and gently used appliances, building material, furniture and more. The ReStore is currently accepting drop-off donations by appointment only and offers limited donation pickup appointments for large items. They partner with local residents and businesses to generate the necessary funds to support our local community by building affordable homeownership. General Manager Lily Williamson encourages you to stop by and check out the new treasure you can find every week. When asked the key to their success she enthusiastically replied "our amazing island community!!"

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REPAIRS COMPLETE, TENANTS MOVE BACK INTO ST. COLUMBA WORKFORCE HOUSING Church reopens building shuttered after balcony collapse

ALLISON MORGAN www.keysweekly.com

Two years after a balcony suddenly collapsed at an apartment complex in Marathon, new tenants are moving into the reconstructed and reengineered workforce housing.

Located at 1655 Overseas Highway, the complex includes four buildings with 16 total units, owned by St. Columba Episcopal Church. In April 2023, tenants of the units were ordered to vacate the building when it was deemed structurally unsound. Thankfully, the collapse did not cause any injuries.

The years-long project to get the apartments structurally safe again has filled St. Columba’s Rev. Debra Maconaughey with a range of emotions and put her faith to the test.

“We've mainly been putting one foot in front of the other trying to get the apartments back up,” Maconaughey said. “I have a lot of faith and I thank God for that, because I haven't lost my faith over this. I'm very proud of the church because we’ve really stuck together to do this project, which has been really hard and we haven’t wavered.”

Maconaughey worked closely with Randy Hendrick Construction and Will Campbell Engineering on the project and said she is grateful for their expertise and guidance. She added Marathon Lumber has been helpful in the process. Following many months of planning, applying for permits and executing repair work including spalling and a replaced roof, five of the units recently became habitable for tenants, with two more expected to reopen soon. Maconaughey believes all 16 units will be habitable by the end of July.

The improvements include all-new hurricane windows; new plumbing, electric, bathrooms and kitchens; and some updated appliances and Wi-Fi, according to Maconaughey. Repairs and improvements have cost about $1 million. The balconies have been removed, replaced by new staircases.

It hasn’t been easy to fund every step of the project, Maconaughey said, but with community support, the church has been able to see the project

Repairs are underway at the Apartments at 1655 Overseas Highway. Five of the 16 units are ready for new tenants, with the rest expected to be complete by summer. ALLISON MORGAN/Keys Weekly

through. St. Columba funded a majority of the repairs; fundraisers from the community filled in the gaps. Maconaughey and church staff said they are grateful for the financial boost from fundraisers such as Marathon Monopoly, a Porky’s Bayside Mini Golf tournament, bingo events, a Frank’s Grill catered dinner and donations, such as one this month from the Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce. The chamber donated a portion of tips that were collected at the 49th Original Marathon Seafood Festival.

“You can see what happens when people band together for the good,” Maconaughey said. “We never bought this building for our parish. This has always been for the community and we’ve never walked away from that mission, which was to provide workforce housing for the community. What happened was a heavy blow, but we’re looking forward to finishing the project and moving people in it.”

The church is still collecting donations to complete the project. Maconaughey encourages anyone who has a heart for workforce housing to donate. A Go Fund Me campaign is available for anyone who would like to give online.

While the 550-square-foot onebedroom/one-bathroom units previously rented for $1,200 per month, after the costs of repairs, the revamped units are offered at $1,900 per month. For more information, email 1655apartments@gmail.com.

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SCHOOL’S OUT, CAMP’S IN Summer

adventures are waiting for Middle Keys kids

Summer in an island chain means opportunities for youngsters that can’t be found anywhere else. When school lets out in the Florida Keys, it’s time for a host of unique camps, whether your children are young scientists-in-training, zoologists in the making, thespians waiting for their shot on stage, sailors ready to hit the water – or kids who just want to have a good old time and play.

ST. COLUMBA JUST FOR FUN CAMP

What is it? Just for Fun Camp offers fun activities, arts and crafts, science, games, field trips, healthy snacks, breakfast and lunch.

Where is it? St. Columba Episcopal Church, 451 West 52nd St., Marathon When is it? June 23 through Aug. 1, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Age requirement: Ages 5 and up. How does it work? To sign up, email stcolumbamarathon.secretary@gmail. com or visit stcolumbamarathon.org.

Cost: FREE

Contact: Cathy Walters (305-743-6412) or email stcolumbamarathon.secretary@gmail.com

PIGEON KEY MARINE SCIENCE SUMMER CAMP

What is it? Campers will learn all about different marine biology topics with a fun, hands-on approach. Activities include reef fish identification, invertebrate collection, snorkeling at Sombrero Reef and around Pigeon Key, participating in dissections, fishing, playing field games and relay races, and enjoying their own private island.

Where is it? Pigeon Key

When is it? Day camps run Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on June 30-July 4, July 14-18, and July 28-Aug. 1. Overnight camps run from 9 a.m. Monday through 5 p.m. Friday on June 23-27, July 7-11, and July 21-25.

Age requirement: Day camps are for ages 8-16. Overnight camps are for ages 10-16.

How does it work? Find more information and registration at www.pigeonkey.net.

Cost: $500 per child for day camps, $1,550 per child for overnight camps

Contact: Email sarah@pigeonkey.net

LOCALS’ DOLPHIN DAY CAMP

What is it? Locals' Dolphin Day Camp is a fun-filled, active five-day program that introduces children ages 8-10, who are full-time year-round Florida Keys residents, to the amazing world of dolphins. Campers will get to know and respect each DRC dolphin as a unique individual, go up close and observe them in action, learn more about each dolphin's unique behaviors and physical characteristics, and participate in hands-on activities (including dolphin interactive programs), group discussions, games, crafts and more. Where is it? Dolphin Research Center

When is it? Camp runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday on June 16-20.

Age requirement: Children ages 8-10, who are full-time year-round Florida Keys residents.

How does it work? To receive an application link and begin the enrollment process, email education@dolphins.org with the camper's full name, birth date and home location (i.e. Marathon, Key West etc.). Applications submitted without a prior request via email will be discarded. The online application will include a link to pay tuition. You must submit the application and pay the tuition for your camper to be enrolled in camp.

Cost: $200 per child per week, paid when submitting an application. Tuition does not include meals or snacks.

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CAMP CRANE

What is it? Fun activities and games including swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, fishing, hiking and exploring. Where is it? Crane Point Museum & Nature Center

When is it? Camp begins on June 2 and lasts until the start of the new school year on Aug. 8.

Age requirement: 5-11

How does it work? For questions and registration, contact Crane Point CEO Charlotte Quinn (cranepointmuseum@ gmail.com) or call 305-393-9501.

Cost: $100 per week per child

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COMMUNITY THEATRE CHILDREN’S SUMMER THEATER PROGRAM

What is it? A six-week evening program with activities that touch on theater basics including auditioning, theater terminology, stage direction, the production process and more. Camp concludes with stage show performances in July.

Where is it? Marathon Community Theatre

When is it? Tentatively scheduled from June 2 through July 9 on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m., with performances on July 11, 12 and 13.

Age requirement: Ages 6-18

How does it work? Enrollment is by application, to be released soon. For further information, contact info@ marathontheater.org or call 305-7430994.

Cost: $150 per child. Assistance is available based on need.

Contact: Lisa Campanelli, general manager at gm@marathontheater.org

CITY OF MARATHON PARKS AND RECREATION SUMMER CAMP

What is it? This eight-week summer camp has many field trips, including to Jacobs Aquatics Center, Pinfish Entertainment, Everglades Alligator Farm, Marine Lab and many more, all the way from Key West to Miami. Where is it? Each day will begin at Marathon Community Park before departing for a field trip or staying in the park for activities.

When is it? Camp begins June 9 and runs through Aug. 1. Drop-off begins daily at 8 a.m. with pickup beginning at 4 p.m. Campers may register for the entire camp, for four-week sessions, or per week.

Age requirement: Ages 5-13

How does it work? To register, go to clubs.bluesombrero.com/cityofmarathonparksandrec.

Email Samantha Blyer (blyers@ ci.marathon.fl.us) with any camp questions.

Cost: Full summer camp: $720 for 8 weeks per camper. First four-week session (June 9-July 3): $380 (no camp on July 4 or June 19). Weekly: $120 per camper per week except for Week 2 (beginning June 16) and Week 4 (June 30), which are $90 each.

MIDDLE KEYS SAILING YOUTH CAMP

What is it? Local youth learn to sail and hone their skills on the clear water that surrounds our island home with Middle Keys Sailing and Science Camps.

Where is it? 33rd Street Gulf, Marathon, at the point under the yellow shade.

When is it? A new schedule for 2025, offering (2) two-week beginner/refresher sessions and several one-week intermediate/advanced sessions, some with racing or fun science themes. Session times are divided by age: Mondays through Thursdays, ages 7-9 in mornings, ages 10-16 in afternoons. All ages meet together on Fridays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Class sessions run from June 9 through Aug. 8, with a regatta and end-of-season party on July 19.

Age requirement: Ages 7-16

How does it work? Open to all local youth and visiting sailors. For more information and sign-up, visit www. mycef.education.

Cost: Tuition is $170 per sailor per week. Sign up before May 20 to register a student for two consecutive weeks for $300. Financial assistance is available for those in need.

MONROE COUNTY PARKS & BEACHES SUMMER CAMP

What is it? With locations moving throughout the Keys as the summer progresses, this camp offers fun activities, field trips, interactive games and more with the Monroe County Parks and Beaches staff.

Where is it? Big Pine Key Community Park for Weeks 1, 2 and 3 (June 2-6, June 9-13, June 16-20). Sugarloaf School for Weeks 4 and 5 (June 23-27,

July 14-18). Bernstein Park on Stock Island for Weeks 6 and 7 (July 21-25, July 28-Aug. 1). Plantation Key Community Center in Tavernier for Weeks 8 and 9 (July 28-Aug. 1, Aug. 4-8).

When is it? Mondays through Fridays on the listed dates from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Age requirement: Ages 6-12

How does it work? Open to all local youth. For application requests and inquiries in the Lower Keys, contact Mike Piekenbrock (305-394-1173, pie-mike@ monroecounty-fl.gov). For the Upper Keys, contact Naomi Pagidas (305-4538726, pagidas-naomi@monroecountyfl.gov).

Cost: $150 per camper per week, including field trips (50% off for sibling discount). Campers must complete full registration 10 days prior to first camp date.

ADDIE MAKES IT HOME FOR EARTH DAY

At first glance, Addie didn’t have a bright prognosis and wasn’t expected to survive. Following her surgery, she couldn’t lift her head. So instead of returning to water, she had to be placed on a shower bed for a month, where she underwent physical therapy, then was fed by tube twice a day for two months.

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK! Mon - Fri 11am to Close Sat & Sun 10am to Close

HAPPY HOUR 1-4PM $7 Menu

• Chicken wings, chicken livers and More!

• 32 beers on tap 1/2 off 2pm - 3pm

* $2 Pints of Yuengling and Bud Light!

BREAKFAST SERVED UNTIL 2PM

• Unique & interesting menu

• $3 Mimosas • $5 Breakfast Shots

LUNCH & DINNER

• Lobster Enchiladas

• Diver Speared Local Fish

• Prime Rib • Local Lobster

• Cook Your Own Catch

• Great Seafood Selections

SUSHI

• Toro • Lionfish • Poke • Hamachi collar

• Fresh Uni arrives on Thursday

The warm waters off the Florida Keys provided the perfect welcome home for a rehabilitated sea turtle this Earth Day. Hundreds of spectators erupted in cheers on April 22 as “Addie” made her way into the Atlantic Ocean for a fresh start after an improbable recovery.

“Addie is a juvenile green sea turtle who has been rehabilitating at the Turtle Hospital since August of last year,” said Bette Zirkelbach, the hospital’s manager. “She had a fishing hook deeply embedded in her esophagus. She was covered in fibropapilloma tumors.”

When she was healthy again, Addie gave the medical team quite the scare. She was brought back to life three different times during her stay at the Turtle Hospital, which makes her strength and recovery even more praiseworthy, hospital staff said.

Zirkelbach was grateful the turtle release coincided with Earth Day to provide a platform to educate others. Before releasing Addie back into the ocean, kids had a chance to learn from Zirkelbach about the need to protect the earth and its ecosystems.

“People want to do good things. And caring for sea turtles gives them something to care about,” she said.

The Turtle Hospital, based in Marathon, has been rescuing, rehabilitating and returning sea turtles to the wild for almost 40 years. More information is at www.turtlehospital.org. — Contributed

NATALIE DANKO/Florida Keys News Bureau

Pastor Mary Ashcraft 3010 Overseas Highway

Monday: Men’s Breakfast 7am at Irie Island Eats. Tuesday: Sisters in Christ 9:45am.

"The word of God is alive and active." — Hebrews 4:12

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No matter how many individuals appear in the pages of each edition of Keys Weekly, there are always so many more of our community members who deserve to be recognized. In an effort to shine a spotlight on more of the incredible individuals who live and work in these islands, Keys Weekly is proud to present our Neighbor of the Week feature, dedicated to celebrating a community member with each issue.

Our neighbor of the week is Charlie Brown, a master electrician working for Arlington Electric South in Marathon. He is also a husband to wife Jeree and dad to his two sons, Stetson and Gavin.

Charlie Brown Master electrician

How long have you been in the Keys and what brought you here? Our Arlington Electric South family (Ron, Mickee and I) moved down to the Keys in 1992 and started the service division for AE South.

What do you do for fun in the Keys and why do you love living here? Cooking is my usual “go-to” for something to do for fun. I spend a lot of time with my Green Egg. Other than that, the usual fishing and diving, sandbar hanging with my favorite person, Jeree and our two sons, Stetson and Gavin. I also love to hang with the locals at Marathon Grill and Ale House and hear the rumors on the coconut telegraph. My favorite part of living here is the community; the people are what makes this place special.

If you were a house, what part of the house would you be and why? I would be the game room. The golf simulator/sports bar – a round of golf and a cold beverage with a few friends sounds like the room having the most fun.

If you could invite anyone in the world to dinner, who would you invite and why? Herschel Walker because he is the greatest running back of all time. He is one of the greatest Georgia Bulldog football players.

Describe the color blue without using its name. Deep like the ocean, rich, warm and inviting.

What is your favorite sports team and why? The Georgia Bulldogs! It’s in my blood. Go Dawgs!

Describe the purpose of your job to someone from another planet. As a master electrician my job is to harness electrical current flow in an effective, efficient and safe manner for utilization by the public on a daily basis.

What’s up with the name Charlie Brown? That must have been interesting growing up with that name. The best advice I ever got was from my uncle Ziggy, who told me when I was about 5, “The sooner you buy in and own being Charlie Brown the better life would be, kiddo.” He was 100% right. I love being Charlie Brown.

What’s one thing people don’t know about you? I was a male cheerleader at Marathon High School

Know someone who would be a good “Neighbor of the Week?” Email keysweeklyjen@gmail.com.

jcook@oceansir.com

akelley@oceansir.com

MESSAGE SHERIFF FROM THE

Please help me in warning others of a recent scam by thieves sending falsely claiming to be from prepaid road toll programs— E-Z pass or SunPass — in an attempt to steal money, personal, and financial information.

If you receive such a text, ignore it, and contact the organization at www.sunpass.com

You will receive a bill in the traditional mail for all legitimate toll collections. These texts are not unlike other scams involving thieves pretending to be government/law enforcement/utility/bank o cials to extort money.

If someone contacts you asking for money, claiming to be from a law enforcement agency, any government organization, utility company, a bank, or credit card company — contact the organization yourself.

A sure sign of a scam is anyone asking for payment for anything via gift cards or Bitcoin.

Monroe County Sheriff, Rick Ramsay

DANIEL WEISBERGER AVOIDS PRISON IN BROTHER’S KILLING

Judge’s sentence includes mental health treatment plus 40 years of probation

JIM McCARTHY jim@keysweekly.com

Asecond chance at life was given to Daniel Weisberger, the 22-year-old who was recently convicted of killing his younger brother Pascal.

Roughly an hour of deliberation on April 21 in a Key West courtroom led Judge Mark Jones to sentence Weisberger to a minimum two years in the mental health facility Passageway, plus 40 years probation.

Weisberger was facing the possibility of life in prison having been convicted in January of second-degree murder in the stabbing death of Pascal on May 7, 2020 inside their Executive Bay home. Weisberger, who was 17 at the time of attacks, was also found guilty of first-degree attempted murder in a stabbing attack on his dad, Ariel Poholek, shortly after killing Pascal.

Jones’ sentence included four years and 11 months in state prison. Weisberger won’t be spending any time at a prison facility because he’s getting credit for the time incarcerated since the attacks in May 2020.

As part of the sentencing, Weisberger will be required to wear an ankle monitor during probation. Weisberger received 40 years probation on the second-degree murder conviction and 25 years on the first-degree murder conviction, but Jones said they will run concurrently. He’s required to follow all recommendations from mental health counselors, and he also must take his anti-psychotic medicine and other medications.

the incident in an attempt to understand what happened — and why.

“The conversations were very hard, but Daniel is very clearly remorseful,” he said. “And it’s clear to me that he loves his brother. In some ways I see Pascal in him and it’s so strange.”

“I feel as though he’s owed a second chance at life,” Austin continued. “I feel as though I want him to not have his potential squandered because what I see is a troubled young man who could not fathom the pain and mental anguish he suffered, which has caused him to do things beyond the breadth of his control.”

Prosecutors from the Monroe County State Attorney’s Office recommended the court sentence Daniel to life in prison. They noted he wasn’t deemed legally insane by the court. They also stated that a letter he wrote after the attacks showed he knew what he was doing.

Poholek, Daniel’s father, said he was relieved and appreciative of Jones’ judgement. Despite being the victim of an attack by his son, Poholek was a strong advocate for Daniel receiving the necessary mental health treatment and support as opposed to life behind bars.

“I’ve said from the beginning of this tragic situation that, as terrible as losing Pascal has been, given the overall circumstances of this case and particularly Daniel’s age, mental illness, history of being abused as well as community support which has existed for him, a unique approach was needed,” he said.

Poholek added Jones laid out the rationale he put into his compassionate decision.

“It’s clear that he’s someone who takes his role and responsibilities very seriously but is also willing to think outside the box when justice in its truest form calls for it,” Poholek said.

In the courtroom, the defense asked the judge to consider a sentence committing Daniel to a mental health facility, not a lifetime prison sentence. Diane Ward, defense counsel for Weisberger, told the judge his mental capacity to understand the criminal nature of his conduct was diminished when he committed the attacks on his brother and father. Ward said Daniel began having mental issues at 4 years old. He’s dealt with post-traumatic stress disorder since 2016, and he’s currently receiving treatment for schizophrenia.

During testimony at trial, Poholek said his son exhibited bizarre behavior in the lead-up to the attacks at their Executive Bay residence. Poholek also called for mental counseling upon observing stab markings in the furniture and multiple knives hidden around the home.

Dr. Mark Mills testified during trial that he was of the opinion Daniel was in a psychotic state and suffered from schizophrenia on May 7, 2020. Mills’ opinion was supported by Dr. James Campbell, a psychologist who said during sentencing that Daniel had post-traumatic stress disorder from multiple complex traumas suffered at a young age, including his parents’ rough divorce.

The defense’s request was something Judge Jones heard from family and friends who took the stand during the sentencing hearing, which began April 16. Aidan Austin was a close friend of Pascal going back to their days in Boy Scouts. Appearing via Zoom during sentencing, Austin said he spoke to Daniel several times since

Jones ultimately agreed with the defense counsel’s request for a sentence that didn’t include life in prison.

“He was substantially impaired. To me it’s loud and clear,” Jones said. “This teenager was troubled, he was having serious problems. I know the state advocated somehow it came in after the fact; I don’t agree with that observation.”

“This indeed has been one of those most unique, tragic and complicated cases I have ever presided over in my 28-plus career as judge,” Jones said.

State attorney, dad react to sentence

Monroe County State Attorney Dennis Ward told Keys Weekly he disagrees with Jones’ sentence. Ward said he was in attendance for the two days of sentence hearings and saw Jones leaning in the direction of mental health treatment and no extended prison time.

“That’s his opinion,” Ward said. “My job, and his job, is to ensure the safety of the community.”

Ward noted the violent actions by Daniel on the morning of May 7, 2020 which left Pascal dead and his father fighting for his life.

“This guy is violent,” he said. “The crime he committed was horrible, it was almost a practical beheading of his little brother.”

Overall, Ward said he believes the obligation to protect the community didn’t come to fruition.

“I hope this kid does not harm anybody in the community, that would be the best bet,” he said. “I hope Judge Jones is right.”

Daniel pens letter to judge

Before the sentencing, Daniel wrote a letter to Judge Jones regarding his mental health struggles, the tragedy he caused and his love for his brother Pascal.

“I once was a cautious young boy who later became lost while trying to find my way to becoming a man due to my struggles with the adversity of trauma and mental illness,” he said.

In his letter, Daniel said he wants to pursue a more positive life while being realistic and managing his priorities. He said he’d like to finish his high school education by getting his GED, and one day find a job.

“I would also like to get vocational training as a peer counselor to help other people who need guidance, which I could either do as a job or as a form of volunteer work,” he said. “These experiences gave me an appreciation for the importance of dedicating time to giving back to other people, animals and the environment.”

Pascal’s memory lives

With the case drawing to a close almost five years from the incident, not lost is the legacy of Pascal, who cared for his family, friends and community. He overcame his own struggle with autism. He fought hard for the environment and helped animals at the local rescue.

The annual Pascal’s Way 5k Run/ Walk will be held in May with proceeds supporting seniors at Coral Shores High School and science programs at Upper Keys schools. The exact date of the race is still being determined.

In this picture taken by defense counsel Diane Ward, Daniel Weisberger is pictured with his dad, Ari Poholek, during trial. Poholek holds a picture of his sons, Pascal and Daniel, when they were little. CONTRIBUTED

DAILY SPECIALS

by Nate Bartlett

Listed by Nate Bartlett

NEW KEY WEST AIRPORT IS CLEARED FOR TAKEOFF

EYW sends first passengers to Atlanta using new glass jet bridges

Over the last few years, visitors’ and locals’ nostalgic island experience of traipsing across the steaming tarmac at Key West International Airport was replaced with a labyrinth of construction, shipping containers temporarily serving as tunnels, and a virtually standingroom-only departure area best described as purgatory. Even Seward Johnson’s iconic, welcoming bronze sculptures of arriving tourists that were perched atop the ramp decamped nearly two years ago for their own facelifts.

That era of humid tarmac hikes with hefty luggage ended on Monday, April 14 at 7 a.m. And whether you lament the loss of tropical traditions, or welcome the air-conditioned upgrades, Key West International Airport has a whole new look these days. With the pushback of Delta Air Lines flight 1072 to Atlanta, EYW’s new Concourse A was cleared for take-off. Instead of enduring blast-furnace heat or soaking rain showers, passengers left the gleaming, ultra-modern, 48,802-square-foot, new concourse and boarded the Airbus A319 via one of eight air-conditioned glass jet bridges – the first ever in the Florida Keys.

“For those of you lucky people, you are on the very first flight out of the new airport on the first jet bridge out of Key West,” announced Delta agent and local performer Mitch Jones to thunderous applause and cheers. Even at that early hour, most passengers were wowed and surprised at what they were experiencing, though some locals waxed nostalgic about walking to the planes outside on the ramp.

The long-anticipated world-class concourse opened with the first flights smoothly departing on time despite some technology snafus: inoperative PA systems, sideways flight information screens and IT and WiFi issues. But the soaring, spacious architecture no doubt alleviated some of the stress, with airport staff taking it all in stride.

The sleek new concourse will be the envy of major hubs — highlighted by a glass curtain wall assembled with 446 panels of electrochromic glass that can switch between transparent and opaque states and can withstand 200mph winds. But why are there dots on the glass? It’s for the birds The glass wall panels feature bird-safe glazing — a pattern of small dots every 2 inches is fused to the glass to disrupt bird groups from seeing their reflection. Airport officials and the design team met with local wildlife preservation groups to review their concerns and gain approval for the pattern.

The new EYW is chock full of amenities: voluminous space, natural light, sparkling marble-walled bathrooms, comfortable generous seating with work

tables, USB and AC power, free WiFi, and — most noticeably — the $1 million ThyssenKrupp all-glass jetways at each of the eight gates, which are still a rarity in the United States.

The lights went down on the old concourse with a Sunday night American Airlines arrival from Miami, and the final race was on for departures to begin early Monday morning. Personnel worked through the night to make the overnight switchover.

“There is no simulation to be done beforehand. All the electronics have to just switch over from downstairs to here,” Monroe County’s Director of Airports Richard Strickland said in October.

With three new airlines, seven new nonstop routes, and an 80% increase in available seats since 2019, the airport transformation was overdue. But construction is analogous to changing the tire on a race car while still running a race, as Key West Airport and the Lower Keys experienced their biggest boom in travel during the buildout period.

Airport and airline crews, who had been working in overdrive learning jet bridges and new IT systems, particularly over the last week, were elated at the opening, but acknowledged much work remains. The facility remains a construction zone.

There’s much more to come

With a temporary certificate of occupancy in hand, EYW is in a soft launch mode with a grand opening planned for the first phase of improvements on Tuesday, May 21.

Concessions are still a work in progress, as the airport currently only has a Farm2Air Market and a temporary Conch Flyer bar.

Still to come for departing passengers are a Chili’s restaurant, a Southern Point bar and a new Conch Flyer, an EYW tradition since back in the old Air Sunshine days in the 1970s. Additional vendors will round out the package.

The next phase of construction, which should be finished by summer 2026, will include a new pedestrian bridge, a four-lane TSA checkpoint, a new baggage claim and arrivals area with a new two-carousel baggage system that’s double the current size (thank god), rental car counters and a long First Call Beach Bar will offer thirsty travelers their first margarita.

“There will be more space and depth for ev-

erybody to be able to breathe and move around in baggage,” Strickland said.

Key West air travel continues to soar

The upgraded terminal, which Strickland said is the largest single public project in Monroe County history, showcases the Keys’ emergence as a premium destination. The previous 7,000- square-foot departure hold room, which dates to the original terminal’s 1957 opening, had long outlived its expiration date even after a 2009 expansion.

All the while, Key West’s air traffic boomed postpandemic, from 969,069 passengers in 2019 to 1.45 million in 2024, with Key West International Airport enjoying one of the fastest growth rates of any U.S. airport.

Inbound visitors account for 96% of traffic at EYW, with local outbound passengers accounting for the small remaining balance. Of all the overnight visitors coming to the Florida Keys, 24% fly into the Key West airport, while 21% percent fly into Miami and then drive a rental car down the island chain to their hotel or vacation rental.

Overall, 42% of tourists arrive by personal and rental vehicle, according to a 2024 analysis commissioned by the county’s Tourist Development Council. Diverting more leisure-based air traffic into Key West is a growth opportunity for the airport, and potentially could reduce the number of vehicles on the Overseas Highway.

As an example, Key West newcomer Breeze Airways will begin service at the new terminal on June 12, initially offering nonstop service to Orlando and Tampa.

Construction & funding

The county commission approved construction of the new $100 million facility in October 2021 as the travel boom reached its peak. The project broke ground a year later in November 2022. Monroe County selected a joint-venture firm, Kendall-based NV2AGulf and the local Stock Island-based Keystar Construction, as lead contractors.

Taxpayers aren’t footing the bill for the new facility.

“The project was completely funded by $41.34 million in bond proceeds, Florida Department of Transportation grants, FAA grants, PFCs (passenger facility charges), and airport revenues. No local tax dollars were used,” EYW communications director Katie Atkins said in an April 14 press release announcing the soft opening.

Enhanced user fees for airlines, increased rents and concession revenues will be used to pay back more than $40 million in bonds.

Monday’s soft opening was about six months late from the original target, which is considered normal by industry standards. But the project isn’t suffering from cost overruns notorious with projects of this scale.

As for the missing Seward Johnson sculpture of luggage-toting tourists? Fear not. The “New Friends” sculpture will once again welcome people to the Southernmost City. But they, too, will exchange their outside perch for the air-conditioned comfort of the new arrivals hall next year.

— Special thanks to Chris Sloan, an aviation journalist and Key West resident, for providing the Keys Weekly with exclusive coverage. For more aviation information, visit theairchive.net and see more of Sloan’s Key West videos on YouTube at TimeFliesTravelVideos.

CHRIS SLOAN/Airliner World & theairchive.net

Roger Steinfeld, MD Cardiology

Joan E. Homan, MD Cardiology

WITHOUT HOPE AND WITHOUT DESPAIR

T... is a photographer, writer, and semi-professional birdwatcher. He has lived in Key West for more than 25 years and may no longer be employable in the real world. He is also executive director of the Florida Keys Audubon Society.

he general theory of spring migration in the Florida Keys is that it lasts from about April 15 to May 15. But it’s only a general theory. Birds follow trends more than they follow rules. It’s not as if anyone is there waving a green flag, telling them to go. They have to wait until the quality and amount of light changes, the weather changes, and their endocrine systems gear up to start pumping the right volume of the right hormones to wave the metaphorical green flag. Except they don’t always take off just then. The stars need to be visible, the wind needs to be favorable, or at least favorable-ish. Coming from South America and the Caribbean, flying over all that water, they need to have built up their fat stores for the airborne ultramarathon ahead. And these are just the variables we know about. There are the tendencies of different species, but there are also the tendencies of individuals.

Males tend to migrate first, so they can claim territory and act all impressive when the females arrive.

There have been signs that migration was about to kick in for a couple weeks. The reappearance of common grackles, squawking it up around town, is a known precursor to the cavalcade of birds that will follow. The sight of the occasional swallow-tailed kite making landfall after crossing the Gulf of Mexico (yeah, I said it) before slow-looping its way north, is also always a harbinger of change. Also, barn swallows swirling around anywhere bugs are to be found is another sign.

The thing about migration, specifically what days you get to see migrant birds in the Keys, is, it’s not a steady, linear thing. It’s not even on a bell curve. It’s stochastic – some days you’re overwhelmed by how much you see, some days nothing much is going on, a lot of days are in between, and in the end it usually all averages out.

Isak Dinesen, a.k.a Karen Blixen, once said she tried to write a little bit every day, without hope, and without despair. I’ve always used that notion as sort of a mantra, sometimes about writing, sometimes about other things. If possible, just do the thing without letting your doubts and/or delusions dictate the terms. (I am not always, or arguably even mostly, successful at this.)

I was thinking about Dinesen’s line and trying to achieve that state of detached equilibrium, of being dispassionate about a passion, as I drove into Fort Zachary Taylor State Park the other morning, a week after migration officially began. Mark Whiteside had texted me on Saturday about seeing a Townsend’s warbler out at the Botanical Garden, and then there had been a report of one at Fort Zach on Sunday. So things were afoot.

A Townsend’s warbler is a West Coast bird, and doesn’t have a lot of business being here. But birds do wander, and we get one or two in the Keys every couple of years. I was not going to admit to myself that I hoped to see one, but I wasn’t going to be averse to it if I did.

Fort Zach is currently about half open, the rest blocked so they can replace the sand on the beach that periodically gets blown out by hurricanes and other storms. But despite the yellow tape everywhere, there was still a good bit of habitat worth birding.

Almost immediately I heard the least terns calling out their frenetic, high-pitched, toofast-to-parse Morse code to each other. I’d actually been listening for them over at the federal courthouse on Simonton Street, where they like to nest on the roof, but hadn’t heard them yet. No doubt they’re all just getting back and reacquainted, and will settle in to pair off and raise chicks in the next few weeks.

I spent a few minutes staring up at the sky, trying to catch sight of the least terns I was hearing, but it is easy to miss small white birds flying in front of big white clouds.

I headed into the low part of the hammock first, keeping my eyes on the leaf litter, thinking there was a high probability of seeing an ovenbird and a low probability of seeing the far more discreet Swainson’s warbler, but all I saw were curly-tailed lizards, which pushed

the emotional needle that I was ignoring a few points towards despair.

Warblers, which make up the bulk of the migrant species you see in the Keys, tend to move around in mixed flocks, and not seeing any in a half-acre of hammock doesn’t really mean anything. That, or I was wasting my morning. One of the two.

Somewhere beneath all the noise from the least terns I heard, relatively close, a blackwhiskered vireo, one of those species that breeds here but doesn’t get much north of central Florida. I hustled up the incline where I met a pair of birders from Virginia. The woman told me they were really hoping to see a blackwhiskered Vireo. I told her I just heard one. She said, no, that was her playing the call.

Sigh.

But right after that, a black-and-white warbler popped out on the branch of a gumbo limbo. Then there was a northern parula, then a Cape-May warbler, then the best bird of the morning, a golden-winged warbler.

There are a lot of reasons to like a goldenwing. For one, anything with golden in the name sounds classy. But also, the bird lives up to it, with a flashy bright yellow patch on each wing, and a similar bright yellow cape, plus some dramatic black and white facial markings. And they’re not common here, and only slightly more common in their breeding habitat, the high Appalachians.

There were another dozen species after that, making it pretty a mid-range day for migration birding in the Keys. But it definitely tilted the table away from despair, which, I’m pretty sure, is an assessment that even Isak Dinesen would allow in after-the-fact retrospection. As long as I wasn’t too hopeful about the next time I went out.

MARK HEDDEN

THE CLEAN SWEEP

CLEAR THE CLUTTER AND WELCOME SPRING WITH THREE BOOKS THAT TRULY SPARK JOY

EVERY TOM, DICK & HARRY

By Elinor Lipman

Emma Lewis feels like a kid coming home again. After earning multiple degrees in college, she is back in Harrow, Massachusetts and needs a job. As her parents prepare to retire, she reluctantly moves into their home and is handed Finders Keepers, their successful estate-sale business. As Emma takes on quirky customers with a modern twist, she stumbles upon the sale of the century and signs up the largest home in town. Upon her initial inspection, Emma discovers that this humongous home was not quite the bed and breakfast everyone imagined. It was secretly (or not so secretly) a brothel, servicing some of the most prominent community members. With hidden filing cabinets, mysterious rooms and a trove of bizarre valuables to sell, Emma puts her personal opinions aside and prepares to make a windfall. At the same time, she is falling for the new police chief whom she knew in high school. This lanky, shy boy has grown into the most eligible bachelor in town. After laughing my way through, I’m now oddly inspired to host a yard sale — or at least tackle the infamous garage abyss.

I had the pleasure of buddy-reading “Every Tom, Dick & Harry” with Sara Matthis, our beloved former Keys Weekly editor who runs a local estate-sale business, Sara’s Estate Sales. She’s the go-to expert for helping people declutter, sell and prepare for moves. Her craziest find? A handicappedrated port-a-potty. And yes, it was clean — because even the oddest treasures deserve a little dignity. Sara’s love for books rivals her passion for estate sales, and she’s always on the hunt for a good read in between curating oddities for her clients.

TIDY UP YOUR LIFE

By Tyler Moore

Tyler Moore and his wife live in a twobedroom/one-bath apartment in New York with their three little girls. This may sound impossible to families in the suburbs – imagine no garage, basement or attic. Hence, the Moore family has nowhere to hide their stuff. It is fascinating as Tyler explains the challenges of assessing what you actually “need” and how to keep any space clean and organized. As a school teacher and administrator, Tyler was good at accomplishing his to-do list with little ones underfoot. To everyone’s surprise, he discovered that he actually enjoyed cleaning and began to create methods to keep his home tidy and happy. As he morphed into his life as “tidy dad” through social media (some of his videos went viral) Tyler realized that with a little time and a budget, anyone can create the life and space they desire. This light, entertaining read is filled with fabulous tips and motivating ideas for everyone. If you are ready to take the spring cleaning challenge, check it out. It took 30 years for my hubby to start doing the dishes, but it was worth it.

First and foremost a reader, she has reviewed hundreds of books on her blog www. readingandeating. com. And, more recently, this new Keys resident has also begun writing.

THE CLEANERS

By Ken Liu

Gui has a special cleaning shop called A Fresh Start. But it is not what you may think. Gui is different from the others. Since he cannot access memories or emotions when he touches objects, he becomes a professional “cleaner.” Cleaners are necessary in this sci-fi world. They remove memories so people are not forced to relive pain over and over again. Gui “cleans” experiences from people’s items and from their homes. He is known as memory-insensitive, a rare condition. Not only is Gui able to do his job and help others, but he is never affected by feelings of history. When two sisters enter his shop one day, Gui must help them decide how to live with certain memories and accept what life would be without them – whether they are good or bad. This standalone short story is part of the “Faraway” series on Amazon Original Stories. This futuristic reimagining of “The Princess and the Pea” is free to download if you are a Prime member.

KAREN NEWFIELD

Spot

3-month-old female kitten.

Looking for: Fun, playtime, toys, naps and more playtime.

Turnoffs: Nothing. I’m one happy cat.

SWIPE RIGHT

Adorable furry faces are waiting for families at the Florida Keys SPCA

Keys Weekly is thrilled each week to showcase some “furever” friends that are ready, waiting and available for their perfect adoption “match” at the Florida Keys SPCA’s Marathon campus – complete with their best qualities, preferences and turnoffs to ensure the best fit.

From cats and dogs to guinea pigs, hamsters, rabbits, reptiles and birds, the perfect addition to your family is waiting for you at one of the SPCA’s two campuses, in Key West and Marathon. The SPCA’s knowledgeable staff will help with advice and care tips while working to ensure a good fit between each pet and its people.

See all the animals waiting for a home at fkspca.org. To contact the Marathon campus, call 305-743-4800 or visit 10550 Aviation Blvd.

Leeloo

7-year-old female domestic shorthair.

Looking for: Life has been hard – I need a soft place to land.

Turnoffs: I was actually shot. I never, ever want to be outside again.

Mama Foo Foo & Daddy Peanut

2.5-year-old female & male dwarf rabbits.

Looking for: A loving home together, furever.

Turnoffs: Remember: Rabbits are not gifts.

OPEN MEETING BOARD OF DIRECTORS

FLORIDA KEYS ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION, INC.

MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2025, AT 9:00 A.M.

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Having Fun in the Middle Keys

HOP TO IT

Marathon Rotary Club hosts annual egg hunt

Children’s Rotary Park in Marathon played host to its annual stampede of giddy children on April 19 as the Marathon Rotary Club presented its fan-favorite Easter egg hunt. As is tradition, the smallest youngsters got first crack at the treasures scattered around the park with their parents before a sea of “big kids” found the remainder in a matter of minutes. And of course, the Easter Bunny was on hand for photo ops galore. Photos by NATALIE

DANKO/Keys Weekly

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TRIPLE CROWN

Key West, Marathon & Coral Shores all win district baseball titles | P.6

THE SCOREBOARD

Coral Shores Softball South Homestead 4/15 L, 27-25

Coral Shores Baseball Keys Gate 4/16 W, 12-6

Key West Baseball Belen 4/16 W, 1-0

Coral

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

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THIS WEEK IN KEYS SPORTS ON THE COVER

APRIL

Vinny did an outstanding job on the mound to capture the district championship. He stayed composed and attacked hitters throughout the lineup; we look forward to his next start in the regionals.”

– Ralph Henriquez, Conchs head coach

next start in the

With the district championship on the line, the Conchs put their faith in right-handed pitcher Vinny Moline to do what Key West does best: win titles. Moline did not disappoint, not just shutting down the Wolverines, but completely shutting them out. The senior has been steady on the mound all season, earning six wins and pitching two complete games, including the district championship. Moline fanned eight, walked one and gave up a stingy two hits in the win, adding to his impressive and still-growing stats this season.

“Vinny has shown that he can take over games and has been throwing lights-out towards the end of the season for us,” said Conchs athletic director Andrew Freeman. “He is a fearless leader when he is on the mound and our team follows his suit.”

For showing up and dialing in when it counted the most, Key West’s Vinny Moline is the Keys Weekly Athlete of the Week.

Vinny

Senior, Key West Baseball

Photo by: MAICEY MALGRAT/Keys

fled to the Keys from the frozen mountains of Pennsylvania hours after graduating from college and never looked back. She is a second-generation coach and educator, and has taught in the public school system for over 25 years. She and her husband met at a beginning teacher meeting in 1997 and have three children born and raised in Monroe County. In her free time, McDonald loves flea markets, historical fiction and long runs in the heat.

grew up in Miami and moved to the Keys in 1997. He has spent the last 25 years teaching physical education and coaching virtually every sport for Florida Keys kids ages 4 to 18. If you are reading this and live or lived in the Florida Keys, he has probably taught, coached, or coached against someone you know.

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Left, Kaya Hughes-Struyf and Skye Sterling, right.

Far right: The Lady Hurricanes defeat the Gators of Everglades City on April 17 to finish their season at 5-6, a marked improvement from the year before.

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GIRLS GUNNING FOR A TITLE

Conchs & Fins await district matchups in playoff action; ’Canes hang up their bats

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The Lady Conchs softball squad finished their regular season 12-7 after a loss to Schoolhouse Prep on April 18. The Wolfpack pulled out to an early lead and never looked back, defeating Key West 9-0. Key West’s bats were unusually quiet Friday night. Vera Rodger tripled, while Shylo Sanchez, Tavyn Gage and Alexa Condella each singled for a total of just four Conch hits. Brianna Brenner struck out six, walked two and surrendered 10 hits against the Wolfpack.

But the Conchs can now focus on FHSAA’s 4A District 16 bracket, where they most likely will draw a bye for the quarterfinals, given their power ranking, boosted by the team’s strength of schedule and record.

MARATHON

Marathon played one game last week, taking on Miami Country Day on the road on April 14. Sara Robinson and Madelyn Thornton had two hits apiece. Robinson had the hot bat with a double and an inside-the-park homer, driving in three runs. Thornton pitched six innings, striking out 10 in the 15-5 loss.

The 8-5 Fins played one more regular-season game April 23 against Somerset South Homestead (results not available at press time) before turning to the postseason. Marathon will receive the first test in its new Rural District 8 classification in the district semifinals. The Fins’ most likely opponent is Fort Meade, and matchups had not been announced at press time.

CORAL SHORES

The Lady ’Canes piled up 26 hits on April 15 in a shootout against Somerset South Homestead, but the other Hurricanes managed to outscore Coral Shores by two, 27-25. Mira Jones stacked up five hits, including a triple and a pair of doubles, scoring half a dozen times for Coral Shores. Addison Grady had four hits, while Melanie Estevez, Chloie Stanley and Abby Vogt had three each. Presley Bagwell struck out eight batters, walked 13 and surrendered 13 hits.

The Hurricanes went on to defeat the Gators of Everglades City on April 17 to finish their season 5-6, a marked improvement from a winless 2024 campaign. Coach Lesa Bonee said her team is young and talented.

“We’re getting better every day,” she said.

Coral Shores is an independent in softball and does not participate in an FHSAA district, putting an end to its season with last week’s loss to South Homestead.

TRIPLE CROWN

Conchs, Fins and ’Canes win district titles in record-breaking baseball season

For the first time in history, all three Keys baseball teams captured district championships in the same season.

Key West, seeded first in FHSAA’s 4A Region 4 District 16, secured its 34th district championship by defeating the second seed, Belen Jesuit. Marathon picked up its third district title, the first since 1979, by toppling the top-seeded Fort Meade in the 1A Rural District 8 championship game, and Coral Shores, which drew the top seed in 2A District 16, beat Keys Gate to win the first district championship in the school’s history. Now the teams each face a three-game series in hopes of moving on to their respective state tournaments.

The Conchs enjoyed the home-field advantage, playing longtime rival Belen Jesuit on April 16 in front of a packed crowd. Freshman Kade Maltz singled with one out in the first inning, then progressively made his way home on a hit batter and a pair of walks. The Conchs then held on for dear life, fueled by a dialed-in Vinnie Moline and backed by an error-free Key West defense.

Moline went the distance on the mound, striking out eight, walking one and surrendering just two hits to blank the Wolverines and capture the Conchs’ 34th district championship. Auggie Davila and Sam Holland had one hit each to make it three for Key West, enough to secure the hardware and stay alive for their elusive 12th state championship.

The team’s next step came on April 21, when they faced District 13’s runner up Satellite Scorpions in game one of a three-game series, falling 8-2. The Conchs and Scorpions also faced off the following night (results not available at press time) and will once again on April 24, should a third game be required to determine the regional quarterfinal champion. Key West earned the home-field series via power rankings.

CORAL SHORES

Also playing for a district title on April 16 was Coral Shores. The Hurricanes avenged an earlier 8-7 loss against Keys Gate by defeating the Knights for a far better prize than a regular-season win. The ’Canes earned their first-ever district championship in a 12-6 victory. Donovan Thiery carried the load for Coral Shores, on the mound and at the plate. The Hurricanes’ ace fanned a dozen batters, walked one and surrendered seven hits for the win over five and two-thirds innings; Campbell Lavoie collected the save.

Thiery drove in four runs off two home runs and a single. The junior’s performance last week boosted his slugging percentage to a whopping .848, and Thiery leads the team in that category as well as in RBIs with 37. Lavoie and Riley O’Berry added two hits each to the team total of 13.

Now 19-3-1, the Hurricanes face a formidable opponent in FHSAA’s 2A Region 4 quarterfinals.

Despite winning their district, the ’Canes received the No. 8 seed in the region, pitting them against top-ranked

Cardinal Newman. The Hurricanes played the Crusaders in West Palm in the first two of a three-game series on April 21 to determine who moves on and who goes home, dropping their first game in a 20-0 shutout. They faced off again on April 22 (results not available at press time). Should the series require a third game, the Hurricanes would host.

The Crusaders, ranked third in Florida’s 2A classification and 13th overall, boast some of the highest-caliber talent in South Florida, but don’t count the ’Canes out just yet. The team’s spirited season has proven their grit and tenacity, enabling them to do what no other Coral Shores baseball team has done, and under the helm of first-year head coach Joe Szymanski, the Hurricanes have exceeded expectations. Szymanski did not hesitate to put a finger on just what is driving the team’s success this season.

“The leadership of our upperclassmen and the group of assistant coaches we have,” he said. “They are amazing.”

MARATHON

Marathon fans had to wait an extra day to see how their first-ever foray into the FHSAA Rural classification would be. On April 17, Marathon made the long trip to Fort Meade to take on the Miners. Marathon, seeded second behind Fort Meade, pulled off a fantastic upset, scoring two runs in the first frame and holding on for the final six, giving up a single run in inning three to secure the district title.

Mason Thornton lasted six and two-thirds innings on the mound, leaving the game only when his pitch count expired. The 6’5” senior struck out four, walked seven and gave up just two hits against the Miners. With the possibility of their first district championship since the Carter administration on the line, Dylan Williams took the ball from Thornton with two outs and two runners on base. Despite the Miners doing their best to rattle the sophomore hurler with creative baserunning, Williams proved his nerve, and with a catch by center fielder Jason Stubblefield, a flyout ended the game and sealed the championship. The Dolphins managed just three hits, but it was enough. Gabe Leal had two while Williams had one.

Marathon is now in the hunt for a state title with just 15 other teams. The smaller Rural classification playoff brackets place the Fins directly into the regional semifinals on Monday and Tuesday, April 28 and 29 with a rubber match on May 1 if needed. Marathon will enjoy the home-field advantage in the first two of the three-game series. The teams will face one another again to determine who gets a shot at the winner of a Trenton-versus-Chiefland matchup in the regional finals the first week of May.

Left: The Key West Conchs pose with their district championship trophy.

Top: Coral Shores celebrates their first district championship win against Keys Gate April 16.

Above: The Marathon Dolphins capture the school’s first baseball district championship in 46 years.

Photos by Maicey Malgrat, Justice Lee and contributed image.

2025 ALL-KEYS GIRLS WEIGHTLIFTING

Big gains on the winter weight racks

Monroe County teams had a noteworthy season in girls weightlifting this year. Collectively, Keys teams earned two team district championships, 22 individual district championship medals, three individual regional titles, and one individual state title. A total of 10 athletes made the cut for the state meet, making a significant showing for the Keys in the highest level of competition.

Marathon’s Justice Lee is a three-time state gold medalist, following up her incredible state championships last season with an additional gold this year in traditional lifts. She earned silver in the Olympic event and the powerful junior gets stronger by the day. Lee never misses a workout or an opportunity to improve, seeking extra coaching and gym time whenever she can. In addition to holding every single record in Marathon’s girls weightlifting books and multiple state medals, Lee brought home a pair of firsts in districts and regionals this season.

Bench: 185

Snatch: 170

Clean & Jerk: 205

Part of Marathon’s extremely talented junior class, Ayme Maradiaga placed first at districts in the traditional event and third in Olympic lifts. At regionals, she was second in traditional and fifth in Olympic, earning a trip to states with her efforts. Maradiaga won bronze at states in the traditional category and was 13th in Olympic, setting the stage for a prosperous 2026 season.

Eleanor “Ella” Dunn capped off her senior season in style, winning a district title in Olympic lifts and the runner-up medal in traditional. At regionals, Dunn captured a pair of bronze medals and qualified for the state meet. Her performance at states earned Dunn a pair of fifthplace medals to add to her extensive collection.

Marathon’s Ella Evans won dual district titles this season, then finished with a pair of silvers at regionals. The hardworking junior’s efforts at regionals earned her a bid to states, where she came home with a fourth place in traditional and sixth in Olympic. Evans also earned the status of Top Lifter at the FHSAA 1A District 16 Championships in the traditional category, making for a very exciting senior campaign next year.

TOP LIFTS

Ava Merryman

JUNIOR MARATHON | 139

Marathon’s Ava Merryman was the district champion in traditional lifts, the only event she competes in. Merryman automatically qualified for regionals where she placed fifth, ranking her among the top 33 lifters in the state.

Aaliyah McLeod

Alexa Condella

Jennille Arias

Key West’s Aaiyah McLeod made waves in her division as a freshman, bringing home dual district championships in her weight class. McLeod’s district golds qualified her for regionals in her first season of competitive weightlifting, making for an exciting future for her in the sport.

Brizni Vargas

SENIOR

MARATHON | 154

Brizni Vargas made the most of her senior season, claiming a district championship in traditional lifts and a runner-up medal in Olympic. At regionals, she was fifth in traditional, qualifying for the state meet with her exceptional totals. There, Vargas ended her high school career ranked number 15 in Florida.

Kali Gomer FRESHMAN KEY WEST | 199

After a substantial season with the Conchs, Alexa Condella finished off her career in high-school weightlifting with a bronze at districts in the Olympic event. Condella qualified for regionals, but opted to attend a leadership conference at Texas A&M, which she plans to attend next year.

Sydney Eysenbach

SENIOR

CORAL SHORE | UNL

Sydney Eysenbach claimed a pair of district titles this season, then followed up with a pair of silver medals at regionals. Eysenbach qualified for states with her regional lifts and medaled there, as well. She won fourth place in Olympic lifts and sixth in traditional, finishing her time with the ’Canes as one of the most decorated weightlifters in school history.

SENIOR

Rachel Rusch SENIOR KEY WEST | 154

SENIOR

CORAL SHORES | 129

In her senior campaign, Kali Gomer won a pair of silver medals at districts, automatically qualifying for the regional event. At regionals, Gomer was fourth in Olympic lifts and sixth in traditional. With impressive weights lifted in the Olympic events, Gomer finished her final season with the Hurricanes as a 2025 state qualifier.

CORAL SHORES | 169

Coral Shores’ Jennille Arias beat out her district competition with ease, bringing home a pair of first-place medals and automatically qualifying for regionals. At regionals, Arias won first place in traditional and second in Olympic lifts, qualifying for states in both events. Arias completed her stellar career with the ’Canes as state runner-up in traditional lifts and with a third-place finish in Olympic.

SENIOR

SHORES | 110

Coral Shores’ Rachel Rusch was the district champion in the traditional event, moving on to regionals where she secured the bronze. With a solid regional performance, Rusch was a state qualifier, capping off a fantastic high school campaign.

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY

CASE NO: 24-CA-000594-K

Darreth Dellagnese Plaintiff, Vs William H. Foster

Defendant, NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY given that pursuant to a Writ of Execution issued in the Circuit Court, of Monroe County, Florida, on the 16th day of July, 2024, in the cause wherein Darreth Dellagnese is Plaintiff and William H. Foster was defendant, being Case No. 24-CA-000594-K in said court, I, Richard A. Ramsay, Sheriff of Monroe County, Florida have levied upon all right, title, and interest of the defendant, in and to the following described real property to wit:

SPECIFIC DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY:

From the warranty deed that states the following described land, situate, lying and being in Monroe County, Florida towit (With certain exceptions):

Legal Description(s) –

The southerly 15 feet of Lot 30, WHISPERING PINES PLAT NO. 3, according to the map or plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 4, Page 59 of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida.

PARCEL B – “LESS AND EXCEPT” – (AUTHORED BY THE UNDERSIGNED PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY TONY ANDRE)

A portion of Lot 30, WHISPERING PINES PLAT NO. 3, according to the map or plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 4, Page 59 of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the Southeasterly corner of the said Lot 30 and run thence S89°53'00"W along the Southerly boundary line of the said Lot 30 for a distance of 99.00 feet to the Easterly face of an existing pool coping, said point also being the Point of Beginning of the parcel of land hereinafter described; thence N0°01'48"E along the said Easterly face of an existing pool coping for a distance of 0.78 feet to the Northeasterly corner of the said existing pool coping; thence N89°58'12"W along the Northerly face the said existing pool coping for a distance of 21.77 feet to the Northwesterly corner of the said existing pool coping; thence S0°01'48"W along the Westerly face of the said existing pool coping for a distance of 0.83 feet to a point on the said Southerly boundary line of the said Lot 30; thence N89°53'00"E along the said Southerly boundary line of the said Lot 30 for a distance of 21.77 feet back to the Point of Beginning. (Containing 45.15 Sq. Ft +/-) Copy of Exhibit A available upon request from the Sheriff’s Office and on the date of sale.

SPECIFIC LOCATION OF REAL PROPERTY:

Vacant Sands Road, Big Pine Key, FL 33040 All bidders must have a valid Driver’s License with them and must register with clerk at location of sale prior to start time of sale.

I shall offer this property for sale, at Monroe County Court House located at 500 Whitehead Street Key West, Florida 33040 in the County of Monroe, State of Florida, on the 29th day of May, 2025, at the hour of 10:00

A.M. or as soon thereafter as possible. I will offer for sale all of the said defendant’s right, title, and interest in the aforesaid real property at public auction and will sell the same subject to all taxes,

prior liens, encumbrances and judgments, if any, to the highest and best bidder for CASH IN HAND. The proceeds to be applied as far as may be to the payment of costs and the satisfaction of the above described execution.

Dated at Key West, Monroe County, Florida this 10th day of April, 2025. Richard A. Ramsay Sheriff of Monroe County, By: Donald Stullken Deputy Sheriff In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons with disabilities needing a special accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact the Civil Division no later than seven says prior to the proceeding at (305)8093041.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

U-HAUL COMPANY OF MIAMI

Notice is hereby given that on May 5th, 2025, Leonard Richford Jr. Storage Auctioneer, Executive Administrator for U-Haul Company of Miami, Will be offering for sale under the Judicial Lien Process, By Public Auction, the following storage units. The Terms of the sale will be cash only. U-Haul Company does reserve the right to refuse any bids. The sales will Begin at 8:00 a.m. and continue day by day until all units are sold. The names of whose units will be sold are as follows: 103530 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037 Yetman, John 1200 Lopez, Elis 1610 Gonzalez, Juan 1007 Allen, David 1407 Chamberlain, Sheila 1167

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

Notice of Seizure that in accordance with Florida Statutes 83.805 / 83.506, Whaler’s Plaza, 13333 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050, will sell or otherwise dispose of the personal contents of the following units to satisfy the delinquent storage lien. All Contents in: Unit # C-3

Angela McCllanahan

Contents: Household Goods Unit # BW1 & Shuttle Van Lighting Star INC Contents: Office Supplies and Shuttle Van

Sale of all goods will be on May 2nd, 2025, at 10am at 13333 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050. The terms of the sale will be cash only. Whaler’s Plaza does reserve the right to refuse any bids. The sales will continue day by day until all units are sold.

Publish: April 17 & 24, 2025

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE

Public Meeting

Announcement – Monroe County Human Services Advisory Board (HSAB)/ Monroe County Board of County Commissioners

The Human Services Advisory Board (HSAB) will meet on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 10:00 AM in the Marathon Government Center, BOCC Meeting Room, on the 2nd floor, 2798 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050. The Board will make recommendations on the County Fiscal Year 2026 funding for human services. The meeting will be a hybrid format with the HSAB meeting live at the Marathon Government Center. The public will be able

to participate in-person or via Communication Media Technology (“CMT”) using a Zoom Webinar platform. The HSAB meeting will begin at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. The webinar will begin at 9:30 A.M., a ½ hour before the meeting, to allow time for people to join and test connections. Below are the various options available to the public to view the live meeting and/or to make public comments on certain agenda items during the public portion of the meeting. Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/85788794963 Or iPhone one-tap : US: +16465189805,, 85788794963# or +16699006833,, 85788794963# Or Telephone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 646 518 9805 or +1 669 900 6833 Webinar ID: 857 8879 4963 International numbers available: https://mcbocc. zoom.us/u/kpAo2XFNM

For a copy of the agenda or other information, contact Andrew Roltsch, Financial Analyst, in writing at 1100 Simonton St., Room 2-213, Key West, FL 33040; or by email at Andrew-Roltsch@ MonroeCounty-FL.Gov. If members of the public wish to submit written documentation, the documentation must be submitted to Andrew Roltsch prior to the meeting and no later than April 30, 2025, by 5:00 P.M.

The public is advised that some or all the members of the Monroe County Board of Commissioners may attend the meeting and discuss items that may come before the Commission.

If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the board with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, please contact the County Administrator's Office, by phoning (305) 292-4441, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call "711".Live Closed Captioning is available via our web portal @ http://monroecountyfl. iqm2.com/Citizens/Default. aspx for meetings of the Monroe County Board of County Publish:Commissioners.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

MONROE COUNTY CONTRACTORS EXAMINING BOARD

MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Notice is Hereby Given To Whom it may concern, that on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 the Monroe County Contractors Examining Board (CEB) will hold a scheduled meeting at the Marathon Government Center, 2798 Overseas Highway, Second Floor, BOCC Room, Marathon, Florida scheduled to commence at 9:30 A.M. This meeting is to hear the following: any person(s) to come before the board; any reports from Monroe County Assistant Attorney; any reports from Monroe County Building Official; any reports from Staff. The Monroe County Contractors Examining

Board (“CEB”) will review Certificate of Competency Trade applications and the Industry Input Section. All public participation in this meeting may be conducted via Communication Media Technology (“CMT”) using Zoom Webinar platform, during the scheduled meeting.

Meeting Agenda and Zoom Webinar information is available 7 days prior to meeting date on the Monroe County Web Calendar and the Contractors Examining Board webpage: www. monroecounty-fl.gov

PURSUANT TO FLORIDA

STATUTE SECTION 286.0105, be advised that, if a person decides to appeal the decision made by the Contractors’ Examining Board with respect to any matter considered at today’s hearing, that person will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special recommendations in order to participate in this proceeding, please contact the County Administrator's Office, by phoning (305) 292-4441, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., no later than five (5) calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call “711”.

NOTICE:  It shall be the responsibility of each Respondent or other person addressing the Board to have an interpreter if the party is not able to understand or speak the English language. Rick Griffin, Building Official/ Board Secretary Jamie Gross, Senior Contractor Licensing Coordinator – CEB Board Monroe County Building Department Publish: April 24, 2025 The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following: Professional Support Services for Plan Review, Inspection Services, and Planning/Zoning Development Review Monroe County, Florida Pursuant to F.S. § 50.0211(3) (a), all published competitive solicitation notices can be viewed at: www. floridapublicnotices.com, a searchable Statewide repository for all published legal notices. Requirements for submission and the selection criteria may be requested from the County’s electronic bidding platform at bonfirehub.comhttps://monroecounty-fl. OR www. monroecounty-fl.gov/ BonfireBids. The Public Record is available upon request.

Monroe County Purchasing Department receives bids via the Bonfire electronic bidding platform. Please do not email, mail or attempt to deliver in person any sealed bids. Emailed/mailed/physically delivered bids/proposals/ responses WILL NOT be accepted.

The Monroe County Purchasing Department hereby directs that bids be submitted via the Bonfire electronic bidding platform at bonfirehub.com,https://monroecounty-fl. no later than 3:00 P.M. on Thursday, June 5, 2025. There is no cost to the bidder to use the Bonfire platform. Please do not submit your confidential financial

information as part of your proposal. There are separate uploads for each set of documents, including confidential financial information. All proposals will be made public on the platform after an intended decision or 30 days, whichever is earlier, unless the bids/ proposals are rejected in accordance with F.S. 119.071. If your proposal document includes financial information, that information will not be considered confidential and will be available and viewable to the public in accordance with public records law. In the event of a discrepancy between the bid amount on the Proposal Form and the bid amount entered in Bonfire, the bid amount listed in the “Proposal Form” provided by Monroe County in the RFP is the amount that will be utilized by the County when considering the bid proposal. The County reserves the right to waive any proposal/bid irregularity.

The bid opening for this solicitation will be held virtually, via the internet, at 3:00 P.M., on Thursday, June 5, 2025. You may call in by phone or internet using the following: Join Zoom Meeting https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/4509326156

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Publish: April 24, 2025

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 25-CP-000151-P IN RE: ESTATE OF BRUCE W. CHIARELLO Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of Bruce W. Chiarello, deceased, whose date of death was January 25, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88770 Overseas Highway, Suite 2, Plantation Key, FL 33070.

The name and address 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 ON OR BEFORE 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.

The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent's death by the decedent or the decedent's surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

The date of the first publication of this notice is April 24, 2025.

Personal Representative: B. Jason Chiarello 3 Charles Way Lawrenceville, NJ 08648

Attorney for Personal Representative: William M. Bromley, Esq. Florida Bar Number: 123502 FOX ROTHSCHILD LLP 777 S. Flagler Dr., Suite 1700 West Tower West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Telephone: (561) 835-9600

E-Mail: wbromley@ foxrothschild.com

Secondary E-Mail: bjosaphouitch@foxrothschild. com

Publish: April 24 and May 1, 2025

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO.: 2022-CP-358-K IN RE: ESTATE OF JOHN L. CLAYTON, JR., Decedent.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of JOHN L. CLAYTON, JR., deceased, whose date of death was May 26, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, Florida 33040

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

The date of first publication of this notice is: April 24, 2025.

Personal Representative: Dara Marie Clayton 701 Spanish Main Drive Unit 467

Cudjoe Key, Florida 33042

Attorney for Personal Representative: Nicholas E. Christin, Esq. Florida Bar Number: 179561 Wicker, Smith, O'Hara. McCoy & Ford, P.A. 2800 Ponce De Leon Boulevard Suite 800 Coral Gables, Florida 33134

Telephone: (305) 448-3939

Fax: (305) 441-1748

E-Mail: miacrtpleadings@ wickermsith.com

Publish:

April 24 & May 1, 2025

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PROBATE DIVISION FILE # 25-CP-146-P IN RE: THE ESTATE OF BRENT ALAN SPERRY Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of, BRENT ALAN SPERRY, deceased, whose date of death was 15 March 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88770 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, Florida 33070.

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 ON OR BEFORE 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is 17 April, 2025. Personal Representative Shannon Sperry PO Box 1423 Angel Fire, NM 87710 Attorney for Personal Representative Tom Woods, Esq. Florida Bar No.: 0525197 116 Porto Salvo Drive Islamorada, Florida 33036 Phone 305.664.2200 Fax 2205

Primary Email: tom@ tomwoodslaw.com Secondary Email: eserve@ tomwoodslaw.com Publish: April 17 & 24, 2025 The Weekly Newspapers

UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF FLORIDA KEY WEST DIVISION “IN ADMIRALTY” CASE NUMBER: 4:25-cv-10021JEM IN THE MATTER OF THE COMPLAINT OF: WILLIAM MILNER & PAULA MILNER, as owners of the S/V Sara Lou, a 1992 34’ Pacific Seacraft Monohull Sail, bearing Hull Identification No.: PCS34227G192, its Engines, Tackle, Appurtenances, Equipment, Etc., In a cause for Exoneration from or Limitation of Liability. Petitioner. ___________________/ NOTICE TO ALL POTENTIAL CLAIMANTS OF COMPLAINT FOR EXONERATION FROM OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

As the owner of the S/V Sara Lou, a 1992 34’ Pacific Seacraft Monohull Sail bearing Hull Identification No.: PCS34227G192, (the “Vessel”)—and pursuant to 46 U.S.C § 30501, et seq., and Supplemental Rule F of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure—William Milner and Paula Milner filed a Complaint on March 4, 2025,

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LEGAL NOTICES

in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida seeking exoneration from, or limitation of, any liability concerning any and all personal injury, property damage, destruction, or other losses arising out of or related to an incident on or about December 27, 2024, on the navigable waters of the United States in Buttonwood Sound, Key Largo, in Monroe County, Florida, as more fully described in the complaint. The Court has accepted a letter of undertaking as interim security for all claims against Petitioners and the Vessel. Pursuant to 46 U.S.C. § 30511(c), “all claims and proceedings against the owner related to the matter in question shall cease.”

By June 9, 2025, all persons or entities claiming damage for any and all loss, destruction, injuries, and/or death allegedly as a result of the occurrences and happenings recited in the complaint must file their respective claims with the clerk of this court and serve copies thereof on Petitioners’ counsel. By the same date, all persons or entities presenting claims and desiring to contest the allegations of the complaint must file an answer to the complaint in this court and must serve copies thereof on Petitioners’ counsel or be defaulted. Service on Petitioners’ counsel may be made by delivery or mail to Richard J. McAlpin, or Lourdes M. Cardelle of MCALPIN FLOREZ MARCOTTE, P.A., 80 SW 8th Street, Suite 2805, Miami, Florida 33130, telephone number (305) 810-5400.

Dated: March 13, 2025. Angela E. Noble United States District Court Southern District Court of Florida By: Nadhege Augustin Deputy Clerk Publish: April 10, 17, 24 and May 1, 2025 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 25-DR-410-K JOSE PAULINO SANTOS MEJIA, Petitioner, and ESTELA JUDITH DIONISION GOMEZ, Respondent.

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT) TO: ESTELA JUDITH DIONISION GOMEZ RESPONDENT’S LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: UNKNOWN YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Dissolution of Marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on JOSE PAULINO SANTOS MEJIA, whose address is 2828 FOGARTY AVE., KEY WEST, FL 33040 on or before May 19, 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: NONE Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request.

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of

Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office. WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings. Dated: April 14, 2025 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Sheryl LaTorre Deputy Clerk Publish: April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 25-DR-414-K PAOLA MELISSA ZEPEDA LAZO, Petitioner, and HECTOR MANUEL CABAN GONZALEZ, Respondent. NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT) TO: HECTOR MANUEL CABAN GONZALEZ RESPONDENT’S LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 1213 14TH STREET, LOT W, KEY WEST, FL 33040 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Dissolution of Marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on PAOLA MELISSA ZEPEDA LAZO, whose address is 3328 EAGLE AVENUE, KEY WEST, FLORIDA 33040 on or before May 17, 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 302 Fleming Street, Key West, FL 33040, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: NONE Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address.

(You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office. WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.

Dated: April 11, 2025 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Destiny Johnson Deputy Clerk Publish: April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 25-DR-349-K DEON ROBINSON, Petitioner, and ANTTWON JEWSOME,

Respondent. NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)

TO: ANTTWON JEWSOME RESPONDENT’S LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 1213 14TH STREET, LOT 184, KEY WEST, FL 33040 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Dissolution of Marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Deon Robinson, whose address is 1213 14th Street, Lot 184, Key West, FL 33040 on or before May 31, 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: N/A Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request.

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address.

(You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office. WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.

Dated: March 26, 2025

Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Destiny Johnson Deputy Clerk Publish: April 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2025

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE

SALE BY THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will, on the 6th day of May 2025 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, 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: Property Description: BK 9 NW ½ LOT 20 STRATTONS SUBD PB2-38 UPPER MATECUMBE G24-94 G45-384 OR755-540 G1-450/51 OR 834-325 OR 1007-2476 OR 1660-945 OR 1660-946/AFF OR 1660-947/ AFF OR 2012-2378 OR 2347255 OR 2686-1408 OR 2984962 OR 3110-0874 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PARCEL ID # 00400600-000000, ALTERNATE KEY # 1492892. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 81975 OLD HIGHWAY, ISLAMORADA, FLORIDA 33036

Pursuant to FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE entered in a case pending in said Court, the 3rd day of March 2025 Style of which is: KENNETH STEVENS AND CLIFFORD BROWN Plaintiff VS. WOLF CAPITAL FUNDING, LLC, et. al Defendant

And the Docket Number of which is Number 2023-CA320-P WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 13TH day of March 2025

KEVIN MADOK Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming as 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: April 17 & 24, 2025

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION/ SALE FOR NON-JUDICIAL TIMESHARE FORECLOSURE

MARATHON KEY BEACH CLUB II ASSOCIATION, INC.

MONROE County, Florida

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to an action for non-judicial foreclosure of timeshare units on the Claim of Lien, which is dated November 23, 2024 and was recorded December 5, 2024, in the Official Records of Monroe County, Florida in Official Records Book 3302, Page 1635 as Instrument Number 2482638, I will sell, to the highest and best bidder for cash, at MARATHON KEY BEACH CLUB CONDOMINIUM II RESORT Manager’s Office, 4560 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050 on the 6th day of MAY, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., the following described real property located in MONROE County, Florida, to-wit:

Annual Timeshare Periods as set forth below in MARATHON KEY BEACH CLUB CONDOMINIUM II, according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof, recorded in Official Records Book 859, at Page 786, as amended in Official Records Book 874, at Page 2169, all of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida and all subsequent amendments and exhibits thereto. Unit Number: Use Period: Unit Number: Use Period:

A 101 03, 23, 48 A 102

27

A 201 30, 35, 36 A 202 21

B 101 05, 06

B 102 02, 25, 36, 50 B 201 03, 04, 47

B 202

Amount due:

Dale A Bradley and Catherine E Bradley 7781 Union Street Mentor, OH 44060

A101/48

$2,958.75 with a per diem amount of $1.46 from September 1, 2024

Charles L Burke and Esther M Damian-Burke 21 Broad Hill Road Leverett, MA 01054

A201/35

$4,176.91 with a per diem amount of $2.06 from September 1, 2024

A201/36

$4,176.92 with a per diem amount of $2.06 from September 1, 2024

Skyler Clabough 7300 Charlott Drive Knoxville, TN 37924

B202/39

$1,517.30 with a per diem amount of $0.75 from September 1, 2024

John W Cummings 109 Poland Hill Place Lafayette, IN 47909

B201/03

$6,443.14 with a per diem amount of $3.18 from September 1, 2024

B201/04

$6,443.14 with a per diem amount of $3.18 from September 1, 2024

B201/47

$6,443.14 with a per diem amount of $3.18 from September 1, 2024

A202/21

$6,443.14 with a per diem amount of $3.18 from September 1, 2024

David B Denholtz and Rhonda J Denholtz 13231 Shetland Lane Ft Myers, FL 33912

D202/31

$2,951.14 with a per diem amount of $1.46 from September 1, 2024

D202/32

$2,951.14 with a per diem amount of $1.46 from September 1, 2024

James A Fregien and Loretta Fregien 2763 Pepperidge Court San Jose, CA 95148

A201/30

$1,517.30 with a per diem amount of $0.75 from September 1, 2024

Troy Gonyea and Michelle Gonyea 16 Silver Street Meriden, CT 06450

E102/20

$1,514.85 with a per diem amount of $0.75 from September 1, 2024

Jennifer L Hill 931 Cordova Avenue Ormond Beach, FL 32174

C101/21

$5,402.08 with a per diem amount of $2.67 from September 1, 2024

Ralph W Hoffman 21225 Railroad Avenue High Springs, FL 32643

B102/25

$1,517.30 with a per diem amount of $0.75 from September 1, 2024

Anita Holt 12 N 269 Factly Road West Sycamore, IL 60178

B102/50

$4,047.55 with a per diem amount of $2.00 from September 1, 2024 Terrell W Jones and Tina F Jones 5095 Datil Pepper Road St Augustine, FL 32086

C102/36

$1,517.30 with a per diem amount of $1.46 from September 1, 2024

Lorraine Khoury 7545 Oso Blanca Road Las Vegas, NV 89149

B101/05

$4,712.06 with a per diem amount of $1.46 from September 1, 2024

B101/06

$4,712.06 with a per diem amount of $1.46 from September 1, 2024

Jeffrey A Kuhfeld 504 N Topsail Drive Rockledge, FL 32955

B202/27

$1,517.97 with a per diem amount of $1.46 from September 1, 2024

Isadoro Perez and Miladys Perez 13460 SW 66th Street Southwest Ranches, FL 33330

A101/27

$2,960.14 with a per diem amount of $1.46 from September 1, 2024

Porter, LeVay & Rose, Inc

7 Pennsylvania Plaza #10 New York, NY 10001

E101/12

$4,048.94 with a per diem amount of $1.46 from September 1, 2024

Anne E Richardson 5000 S Centinela Ave #213 Los Angeles, CA 90066

B102/36

$2,960.14 with a per diem amount of $1.46 from September 1, 2024

Kennella L Rowzie 604 Deen Road

Bunnell, FL 32110

C102/01

$1,516.58 with a per diem amount of $1.46 from September 1, 2024

James Bryan Stevens and Christine Stevens 111 Old Dundee Road Barrington, IL 60010

B102/02

$6,071.38 with a per diem amount of $1.46 from September 1, 2024

A101/03

$6,071.38 with a per diem amount of $1.46 from September 1, 2024

Joseph A Viani and Mary Viani 7263 Halleck Street Viera, FL 32940

C201/40

$1,517.30 with a per diem amount of $1.46 from September 1, 2024

Louis J Wilder 405 Southwind Drive, Apt 1 North Palm Beach, FL 33408

A101/23

$1,514.85 with a per diem amount of $1.46 from September 1, 2024

The assessment lien created by the Claim of Lien was properly created and authorized pursuant to the timeshare instrument and applicable law, and the amounts secured by said lien are as set above.

You may cure the default at any time prior to the public auction by paying the amount due, as set forth in this notice, to the undersigned Trustee at the address set forth below. THIS NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION/SALE is dated this _2nd_ day of _APRIL__, 2025.

THOMAS L AVRUTIS

THOMAS L. AVRUTIS, AS TRUSTEE FOR MARATHON KEY BEACH CLUB II ASSOCIATION, INC

201 Fletcher Avenue, 2nd Floor Sarasota, FL 34237

Telephone (941) 955-7300

Facsimile (941) 953-7625

Publish: April 17 & 24, 2025

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-02

Notice is hereby given that, ASSEMBLY TAX 36, LLC ASSEMBLY TAX 36, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2022/117

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 1036145

Parcel ID: 00035290-000000

Description of Property: KW MOFFATS SUB PB1-12 ALL LOT 6 AND PT LOT 8 SQR 3 TR 14 OR106-113/114 OR395891/92 OR1292-464D/C OR1294-1030/33 OR12981250/51L/E OR1303-1725D/C OR1318-711/14 OR1323-450 OR2966-45NAME/CHG OR2991-2420

Names in which assessed: VINSON CYNTHIA JEAN REV TRUST 09/14/2019

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed. com Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale

Time: 10:00am.

Dated this April 4th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish: April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-03

Notice is hereby given that, ASSEMBLY TAX 36, LLC

ASSEMBLY TAX 36, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2022/764

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 1376221

Parcel ID: 00304180-000000

Description of Property: BK 32 LTS 1-2 SANDS SUB 1-65 BIG PINE KEY OR622-272 OR742-430C/T OR12801827D/C OR1495-2321AFF OR1495-2322 OR21761063/64 OR2691-575C/T OR2726-40C/T OR27502109/10 OR2750-2111 OR2791-796/802 OR29081900/01 OR2952-2223 ALONG WITH MOBILE HOME: TITLE NUMBER: 4754739 VEHICLE ID NR:FT168FL2250 YEAR:1971 MAKE: IN-HOUSE PKWA BODY:HS

Names in which assessed: FIGUEROA LUIS

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed. com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am. Dated this April 4th 2025 KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish: April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-04

Notice is hereby given that, ASSEMBLY TAX 36, LLC ASSEMBLY TAX 36, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No: 2022/887

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 1410012

Parcel ID: 00333641-003100

Description of Property: LT 31 STIRRUP KEY SUBDIVISION PB7-4 STIRRUP KEY OR754-470 OR925-253AFF OR925-254D/C OR925-255 OR1018-1545/48 OR1882-103 OR2668-1885/86 OR2687-413/14

Names in which assessed: BROWN GARY D

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed. com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am.

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Dated this April 4th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By:

Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy

Clerk

Publish:

April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED

2025-05

Notice is hereby given that, ASSEMBLY TAX 36, LLC

ASSEMBLY TAX 36, LLC FBO

SEC PTY,

holder of the following

Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2022/151

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 1056456

Parcel ID: 00055910-000000

Description of Property:

BK 2 LT 3 KW PB5-19 PEARLMAN ESTATES SECOND ADDITION OR300-332/33 OR503-201 OR1487-626/27 OR2750-742LET/ADM OR2762-196ORD OR27861389/90

Names in which assessed: NESIUS THEODORE II

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed.

com Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this April 4th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy

Clerk

Publish: April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-06

Notice is hereby given that, ASSEMBLY TAX 36, LLC ASSEMBLY TAX 36, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2022/992

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 9085848

Parcel ID: 00355430-000149

Description of Property: UNIT B-38 SOMBRERO MARINA A CONDOMINIUM

OR3120-1942

Names in which assessed:

BROWN GARY

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed.

com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this April 4th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish: April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED

2025-07

Notice is hereby given that, ASSEMBLY TAX 36, LLC

ASSEMBLY TAX 36, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2022/531

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 9090619

Parcel ID: 00104180-002310

Description of Property: BOAT DOCK SPACE SW 31 INDIGO REEF MARINA HOMES

OR2180-626/684DEC OR23151697 OR2687-915AMD OR2736-1492C/T OR32630841

Names in which assessed: MFRA TRUST 2014-2 C/O FAY SERVICING LLC

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed. com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this April 4th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish: April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-08

Notice is hereby given that, MARCIO AUGUSTO DE LA CRUZ GOMEZ, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No: 2020/1327 Date of Issuance: June 01, 2020

Account Number: 1451681

Parcel ID: 00368500-000000

Description of Property: NW'LY 4 FT LOT 1 BLK 19 CRAINS SUBD OF GRASSY KEY PB 1-51 OR39-216-217 Names in which assessed: DOROTHY LEE JARO, JARO JACK

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed. com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this April 4th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish: April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-09

Notice is hereby given that, KEYS FUNDING LLC - 7022, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which

it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2022/124

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 1041513

Parcel ID: 00040830-000000

Description of Property:

KW TROPICAL BLDG AND INVESTMENT CO SUB LOT 17 AND PT LOTS 10 AND 18 SQR 2 TR 19 PB1-34 G49-309/10

J2-121 OR122-236/37 OR491599 OR491-600 OR491602(PROB-81-357-CP-12)

OR845-2195/2197-WILL

OR1051-2301/02 OR1464-723

OR1607-1970/71 OR178258/59 OR1782-60 OR22401359 OR2279-1491/92T/C

OR2421-2421/29F/J OR26461539/40C/T OR2701-2199/201

Names in which assessed:

DGK KEY WEST LLC

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed. com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this April 4th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish:

April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED

2025-10

Notice is hereby given that, KEYS FUNDING LLC - 7022, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No: 2022/542

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 1210064

Parcel ID: 00164560-000000

Description of Property:

LT 64 SUGARLOAF SHORES

SEC D SUGARLOAF KEY PB488 OR414-663 OR446-605/06 OR937-183 OR937-184D/C OR1207-584 OR2692-1570/72

Names in which assessed: HOME ON KINGFISHER LLC

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed. com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this April 4th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish:

April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025 The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-11

Notice is hereby given that, MIKON FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. AND OCEAN BANK, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No: 2022/315 Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022 Account Number: 910454 Parcel ID: 00097680-000100

Description of Property:

20 64 36 LOWER MATECUMBE KEY PT GOVT LOT 2 OR30401431

Names in which assessed: KEYS STEVEN L All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed. com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this April 4th 2025 KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish:

April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED

2025-12

Notice is hereby given that, MIKON FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. AND OCEAN BANK, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No: 2022/711

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 1337960

Parcel ID: 00266320-000000

Description of Property: BK 6 LT 9 EDEN PINES COLONY PB4-158 BIG PINE KEY OR404157E OR460-781 OR1167998DC

Names in which assessed: HELLIESEN FRANCYS M

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed. com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am. Dated this April 4th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy

Clerk

Publish:

April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED

2025-13

Notice is hereby given that, MIKON FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. AND OCEAN BANK, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No: 2022/864 Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 1402974

Parcel ID: 00328740-00000

Description of Property:

BK B LT 8 PART A OF MASTER PLAT OF N MARATHON

SHORES PB3-8 KEY VACCAS

OR453-665-666 OR624-371 OR686-867 OR1571-945

OR1823-886/87 OR1832-393

Names in which assessed: ANTHONY D'AIUTO, JOSEPH D'AIUTO All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such

LEGAL NOTICES

certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed.

com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am. Dated this April 4th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy

Clerk

Publish:

April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-14

Notice is hereby given that, MIKON FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. AND OCEAN BANK, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2022/334

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 9088412

Parcel ID: 00100371-018700

Description of Property: UNIT 55C BOAT HOUSE CONDOMINIUM OR2738-1752 OR2822-2314/15

Names in which assessed: SHELLFISH ENTERPRISES LLC

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed. com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am. Dated this April 4th 2025 KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish: April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-15

Notice is hereby given that, DAY INVESTMENT AND CONSULTING LLC, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2021/1161

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2021

Account Number: 1451690

Parcel ID: 00368510-000000

Description of Property: BK 19 LT 2 CRAINS SUBD OF GRASSY KEY PB 1-51 PT SECS 24-25-26 TWP 65S R 33E OR39-218/219 CASE #86-47CP-23 OR972-1185/1190WILL OR996-1715/1716P/R OR1006-38/42 OR1011-500 OR1018-205Q/C OR2094408/09

Names in which assessed: ARLENE KAISER, ROBERT KAISER

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed. com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am. Dated this April 4th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish: April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-16

Notice is hereby given that, CHARLES WEITZEL, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2019/924

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2019

Account Number: 1406414

Parcel ID: 00331061-011301

Description of Property:

SEA-AIR ESTATES KEY VACA PB6-91 W1/2 LOT 17 BLK 5 & ADJ PT OF ANA COURT OR1550-2356-62RES

Names in which assessed: SEA-AIR ESTATES INC C/O GOSS RICHARD

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed. com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this April 7th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish: April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025 The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-17

Notice is hereby given that, ASSEMBLY TAX 36, LLC

ASSEMBLY TAX 36, LLC FBO SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2022/1561

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 1670022

Parcel ID: 00546530-000000

Description of Property: BK 3 LT 8 AMD PLAT OF WINSTON WATERWAYS PB4144 OR297-77 OR725-787/88

OR858-221/22 OR1063-1340 OR1874-999 OR2366-681/82 OR2797-1106/07

Names in which assessed: LEGNA INVESTMENTS LLC

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed. com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this April 7th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025 The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-18

Notice is hereby given that, ASSEMBLY TAX 36, LLC

ASSEMBLY TAX 36, LLC FBO

SEC PTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No: 2022/1560 Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 1669911

Parcel ID: 00546420-000000

Description of Property: BK 2 LT 5 AMD PLAT OF WINSTON WATERWAYS PB4-144 OR575-383 OR978936 OR999-35 OR999-34 OR1793-1400 OR1793-1401 OR1793-1402 OR1793-1403 OR2068-2148/49 OR30241180 OR3030-1245 OR31192376

Names in which assessed: KARIM-URROZA DAVID, LARYSA KULISH SMITH

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed. com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am. Dated this April 7th 2025 KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish:

April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-19

Notice is hereby given that, TLOA OF FLORIDA, LLC FOR SECURED PARTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No: 2022/1191 Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022 Account Number: 1512907 Parcel ID: 00416730-000000

Description of Property: BK 8 S 1/2 LT 13 KEY HEIGHTS SECTION 2 PB3-159 PLANTATION KEY OR392266/67 OR824-2483 OR908908 OR1362-392 OR1362393/94PR OR1433-1787/88 OR1433-1789/93 OR1478555/56EST/ORD OR1479-1738 OR1479-1739DC OR14791740DC

Names in which assessed: NEZBED MELBA E JR All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed. com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am. Dated this April 7th 2025 KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish: April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-20

Notice is hereby given that, TLOA OF FLORIDA, LLC FOR SECURED PARTY, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax

Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed

to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2022/1260

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 1551864 1512907

Parcel ID: 00452230-000000

00416730-000000

Description of Property:

LT 92 PORT LARGO PB5-3 KEY LARGO OR647-575 OR696-121 OR3062-1391

Names in which assessed:

DERRIEN JEANNINE

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed.

com Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this April 7th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish: April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8,

2025

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-22

Notice is hereby given that, MIKON FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. AND OCEAN BANK, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2022/1473

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 9104464

Parcel ID: 00513300-001600

Description of Property:

BK 3 LOT 16 PARADISE POINT

PB3-16 KEY LARGO G72302/03 OR187-483/84 OR269553/554 OR274-113/114 OR369-350 OR414-363/64

OR460-485/492Q/C OR502923 OR506-756 OR609-430 OR722-687 D/C OR744734/737 OR869-650/55

OR890-1650/51PR OR8921002 OR950-563P/R OR11081408/1409 OR1216-2072/73 OR1341-2326 OR1341 2330 OR1531-135/36 OR1552-1557 OR1971-2251/52 OR259238/39 OR2975-982 OR2977997C

Names in which assessed: COBIA LLC

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed. com Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this April 7th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish: April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025 The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-23

Notice is hereby given that, MIKON FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. AND OCEAN BANK, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The

Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows:

Certificate No: 2022/1499

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 1642843

Parcel ID: 00523590-000000

Description of Property:

BK 2 LT 5 AMD PLAT OF PB3-62

KEY LARGO PARK KEY LARGO OR381-151 OR1249-144 OR1240-1459/62 OR1786-7 OR2177-1751C OR2196-1574 OR3109-2275

Names in which assessed: ARIAS CARLOS LUIS

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed.

com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this April 7th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish:

April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED

2025-24

Notice is hereby given that, JPL INVESTMENTS CORP, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No: 2022/1059

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 1457043

Parcel ID: 00373970-000000

Description of Property: CRAINS SUBD OF GRASSY

KEY PB 1-51 PT SECS 24-25-26

TWP 65S R 33E LOT 6 SQR 54

G30-189-190 OR900-2496 OR1331-184 OR2426-295 OR2836-1631 OR3110-0230

Names in which assessed: TORRES WILGENS SR All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed. com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am.

Dated this April 7th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish: April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025

The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2025-25

Notice is hereby given that, TLGFY, LLC CAPITAL ONE, N.A., AS COLLATERAL ASSIGNEE OF TLGFY, LLC, holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No: 2022/1070

Date of Issuance: June 01, 2022

Account Number: 8918194

Parcel ID: 00378381-000101

Description of Property: UNIT B-001A & B-001A EXPANSION VILLAGE AT

HAWK'S CAY DUCK KEY OR1488-190/265DEC OR14882199/02 OR1910-1972/1973A OR1967-1550/52 OR27972198/200 OR3044-165

OR3127-0667

Names in which assessed: PATRICIA D PYTLESKI, PYTLESKI VICTOR D

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on www.monroe.realtaxdeed.

com

Sale Date: May 28, 2025 Sale Time: 10:00am. Dated this April 14th 2025

KEVIN MADOK, CPA CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk

Publish: April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8, 2025 The Weekly Newspapers

AUTOS WANTED

AUTOS ALL YEARS! Junk or Used Cars, Vans, Trucks. Runs or Not.$CASH 305-332-0483

AUTOS FOR SALE

PLACE YOUR AUTO FOR SALE AD HERE. $25/week for up to 5 lines of copy! Pease call 305-4170871 or email Anneke@ KeysWeekly.com

BOAT SLIP FOR RENT

19’x40’ slip in Marathon, could handle somewhat larger boat with approval from dockmaster. Desirable location in marina, easy in, easy out. Electricity, available, free water, pump out, WiFi. Available 1 May 25 thru Oct 25, possibly long term lease. Please contact Vern Rozier, 904 626 5279, or 904 626 8224 and leave call back info. Or email vrrozier@yahoo.com.

EMPLOYMENT

ALL KEYS GUTTER HIRING INSTALLERS

$25/$35hr - Major Holidays Off - BenefitsTavernier. Apply: call or text Jay 305-587-1581

Night Monitor –FREE Private Room in exchange for overnight availability at our Assisted Living Facility. 5 nights on, 5 nights off 10pm-8am plus weekly stipend, Drug & background screen required. www.westcare. com/join-our-team/

HELP WANTED: Two Conchs in Marathon is now hiring a Full Time Retail Sales Person in our Tackle Shop/ Marina. Competitive wages. Contact George 305-289-0199

The Housing Authority of the City of Key West now hiring for the following positions: Resident Care Supervisor with min. 3 yrs. experience of an LPN, Housing ManagerFT-Marathon, Maintenance Mechanic (Maintenance Worker. To apply, please contact Human Resources at: wrightk@kwha.org or 305-296-5621 ext. 224. Applications are available at the Administrative Office located at 1400 Kennedy Dr., Key West, FL 33040 or online at www.kwha. org - EOE & Drug Free Work Place. This opportunity is covered under Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968.

Part Time Supervisor/ Housekeeper Position Available Immediately in Key Colony Beach. Hours may vary depending on need including weekends. Responsibilities include oversee housekeeping staff, inspecting rooms prior to guest occupancy, making up laundry bags, cleaning rooms, etc. Physical demands: ability to lift and carry laundry bags ~ 35 lb. **Must have reliable transportation** Please call/text or email to discuss pay and to request application. Vivian -952-208-2850 Cheryl -305-505-8747

Marathon Yacht Club is hiring a parttime bookkeeper. QuickBooks experience required. Must provide photo ID, social security card or passport, and checking account. Email office@ marathonyachtclub. com to schedule an interview.

PLACE YOUR EMPLOYMENT AD HERE. $25/week for up to 5 lines of copy! Pease call 305-4170871 or email Anneke@ KeysWeekly.com

Marathon Yacht Club is hiring a part-time line cook. Private club, friendly atmosphere. Flexible lunch/dinner shifts available Tuesday – Saturday, some Sundays. English proficiency required. Must provide photo ID, social security card or passport, and checking account. Email office@ marathonyachtclub. com to schedule an interview.

Serve/Bartend

on the ocean! The Cabana Club, an ocean front private swim club is seeking a customer service-oriented Server/Bartender. Serve on pool deck, beach and/or bar lounge. Open year round, 9:30am-7pm daily. Full time/Part time. Small friendly staff. Above average hourly wage plus tips. Apply in person at 425 E. Ocean Dr. Key Colony Beach or call 404-2193359 and ask for Dave.

Full time office position with strong computer skills, KCB Condominium, $78K per yr., apply by e-mail to HardingThomasL@ aol.com, text or call 734-476-0531. HIRED IN LESS THAN TWO WEEKS!!!

HOBBIES/COLLECT.

PRIVATE COLLECTOR

WANTS Rolex, Dive Watches and Pilot Watches. Old Model Military Clocks & Watches. Call 305-743-4578

HOUSING FOR RENT

Studio rental in Marathon, long-term, fully furnished, price includes water, electric, internet, gas, pest, and lawn @ $2200 all in. Call or text 3054330515.

Rental in Marathon: 4/2 pool waterfront tiki bar home with dock for up to 50 ft. Steps to Sombrero Beach, ocean in under 10 mins. Seasonal or annual. Furnished. Thania Moses, MBA & Realtor 954.683.2150

Downstairs apartment of a duplex to rent to 1 person (no pets). Large living room/bedroom and separate kitchen. Large screened porch with its own washer/dryer and driveway. Utilities include wifi/tv. 150 ft to the ocean. MM 96 Key Largo $1600/month. F/L/S 305-853-3779 RENTED IN LESS THAN SIX WEEKS!

Available Now, Stock Island near CVS. Traveling nurses/ Working professionals only. No pets, smokers or drugs. Gated, safe, quiet, has parking and a pool. Fully furnished room w/ private bath, smart TV, washer/dryer. House and kitchen privileges always, w/fridge and cabinet space. Monthly rent REDUCED to $1,400.00 All Included. First and Last due at move in time. Call 305-797-5600 RENTED IN THREE WEEKS!

1BR/1BA fully furnished Apt. for rent in Marathon. Ideally one person. On canal w/boat lift, W/D, Wifi. $1,950/ mo. 850-376-7137 RENTED IN THREE WEEKS!

VACATION RENTAL

Key West House For Rent - 28 day minimum. Recently renovated. 2 Units: 3BR/3BA or 2BR/2.5BA. 1 block to Schooner Wharf @ Historic Seaport. Starting $214/night. Sweet CarolineSeaport.com

YARD SALES

Sat. April 26 8A-Noon. Fishing poles, boat items, household items, washing machine, hot water heater, etc. 112 Saguaro Lane, Flamingo Island, Marathon

SARA’S ESTATE SALE:

We’re emptying the cutest little Duck Key cottage! Fri, April 25 and Sat, April 26 from 9a to 1p, both days, 417 Harbour Drive, Duck Key. Small white sectional, white 3-piece entertainment center and 13-pieces of sturdy, functional wicker patio seating. Tons of quaint details – vintage lamps and prints, and a fully stocked kitchen, wicker bedroom furniture. Plus garden art, a few tools, costume jewelry and camera equipment. Follow the signs (mine and construction detour signs!) and park with consideration. Photos at estatesales.net.

PLACE YOUR YARD SALE AD HERE. $25/week for up to 5 lines of copy! Pease call 305-4170871 or email Anneke@ KeysWeekly.com

NOW HIRING!

e Turtle Hospital in Marathon wants you to join their team!

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM GUIDES/GIFT SHOP SALES

Full and part-time. Public speaking and & retail sales experience helpful. $19/hour to start. Send resume to: turtlehospital@turtlehospital.org

NOW HIRING

HVAC TECH WANTED

Upper Keys position, reporting in Tavernier.

Full time job with benefits, vacation time, and holidays.

Apply at keysschools.com or call 305-293-1400 ext. 53398

NOW

TECHNICIAN MARINE REPAIR

HIRING WE ARE HIRING!

Specializing in Yamaha outboard engines.

RETAIL PARTS/COUNTER HELP Marine outboard knowledge and QuickBooks experience a plus.

Hours M-F 8a-5p for both positions. Apply in person at: All Keys Yamaha 2001 Overseas Highway, Marathon. 305-743-3530

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and veterans, receive preference and priority in employment, and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled. Keys Energy Services, in Key West, Florida, is accepting applications for the following position in its Engineering Department:

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CLIENT MEDICAL SERVICES ASSISTANT, CNA (FT)

Assisting our clients with dental, medical and transportation appts. Act as liaison between clients, families and support staff. Requires some on-call responsibility. Min. requirement - Florida certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant.*

SUPPORTED LIVING COACH (FT)

Responsibilities include management of developmentally disabled clients in independent living environments, management of office and in-home support staff. Must be available for some evenings and weekends. Bachelor’s degree in related field or experience working with developmentally disabled clients in lieu of degree. Must have a valid FL driver’s license. Salary commensurate with experience.*

DIRECT CARE

STAFF

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NIGHTS/WEEKENDS – GROUP HOMES 24/7 (FT)

These positions are available at our Windsor and Von Phister Group Homes. Providing direct-care services and support to our clients in their home. Must be willing to work flexible shifts including overnights. This position requires a minimum of high school completion or GED and 1 year of experience with care giving or 30 hours of college coursework.*

*ALSO REQUIRED FOR ALL POSITIONS: Fluent in English language, speaking and writing, proficiency is a must. Level 2 background screening and valid Florida driver’s license. EOE

hr@marchouse.org Phone: 305-294-9526 *32

DUI FRONT DESK CLERK & EVALUATOR/INSTRUCTOR

The Advocate Program DUI school is hiring for part time positions. Front desk: 3 days a week, high school diploma required.

DUI instructors and evaluators: 2 days a week, Bachelors or Masters degree in substance abuse eld required. Of ce located in Marathon. Contact Marcia at 305-704-0117.

ARE CENTER, Inc. IS HIRING!

JOIN A HIGHLY EFFECTIVE NONPROFIT HELPING PEOPLE COPE AND CHANGE FOR 52 YEARS!

We provide Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Treatment Programs to the Florida Keys community while valuing and rewarding our employees.

KEY LARGO Advocate (FT)

Behavioral Health Counselor (Children)

Behavioral Health Therapist (Children)

KEY WEST

Case Manager (Children, Adult, Forensic)

Behavioral Health Therapist (Children) Prevention Specialist Front Desk Specialist Advocate

MARATHON

Care Coordinator (PT)

Driver (CDL not required) (PT)

RN/Licensed Practical Nurse (FT,PT)

Behavioral Health Therapist (Adult)

Maintenance Specialist

*Behavioral Health Technicians – 3 shifts (FT,PT)

*Support Worker (Assisted Living) (FT,PT)

*Night Monitor (Assisted Living - Free Housing)

*No experience required for this position. Will train. A caring heart & helpful hands necessary.

Background and drug screen req. EEOC/DFWP

Apply at guidancecarecenter.org

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OPENINGS AVAILABLE

PHYSICIAN PRACTICE OPENINGS

- Advanced Practice Provider (APRN-PA-C)Surgical, Ortho, Tavernier

- Advanced Practice Provider (APRN-PA-C), BHMG Multispecialty - Marathon, $5k Bonus

- Medical Assistant, Primary Care Marathon, $5k Bonus

MIAMI CANCER INSTITUTE KEY WEST

- Radiation Therapist, $12k Bonus

- Registered Nurse, Chemotherapy Infusion, $15k Bonus

- Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA-C), Medical Oncology, $5k Bonus

TAVERNIER

MARINERS HOSPITAL

- Cook, Dietary

- Radiology Technologist 1, Imaging-MRI, $40k Bonus

- Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 1, (Mammo & X Ray), Radiology, $50k Bonus

- Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, $25k Bonus

- Patient Scheduler, Radiology

- ED Team Coordinator 1, Emergency Department

- Environmental Tech 1, $5k Bonus

- MC Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 1, Ultrasound/Vascular with Echo, $50k Bonus

MARATHON FISHERMEN’S COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

- Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 1, (CT & X Ray) Radiology, $50k Bonus

- Radiology Technologist 1, $40k Bonus

- Multi-Modality Imaging Tech 1, (Mammo & X Ray) Radiology, $50k Bonus

- Registered Nurse, Multispecialty Care, $25k Bonus

- Social Work Case Manager, Case Management, $10k Bonus

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

*Sign-on bonuses are available only for select full-time positions based on candidate experience.

THEME: VACATION DESTINATIONS

ACROSS

1. Aladdin’s find

5. Reggae precursor

8. “Lights out” signal

12. Not good

13. Flock’s echo

14. ____ diet, a.k.a. caveman diet

15. Kind of jerk

16. *Southern and Southwestern U.S. region: Sun ____

17. Financial backer

18. *Switzerland’s skiing destination (2 words)

20. Ivan the Terrible, e.g.

21. Clint Eastwood’s “Play ____ for Me”

22. One in a pod

23. Wear out

26. Masculine

30. *Princess’ turf

31. Makes a sum (2 words)

34. “He’s Just Not That ____ You”

35. Dionysus’ pipe-playing companion

37. Choose

38. Provide food

39. Answer from a tunnel

40. Virtual you

42. ____ Scare

43. Prickly plant

45. *Second “National Lampoon’s Vacation” destination

47. Biblical Adam’s partner

48. Cause and effect cycle?

50. Goals

52. *Jamaica and Cayman Islands location

56. Bert’s sidekick

57. Poet Pound

58. Hay bundle

59. “The Great Gatsby” author

60. Billiards relative

61. Theories

62. ____-deaf

63. Boar’s mate

64. Reason to cram

DOWN

1. Not more

2. Swear, not curse

3. Between mini and maxi

4. Bodily fluid

5. Small silvery fish

6. ____ G. of “SpongeBob SquarePants”

7. Aardvark’s repast

8. *Serengeti National Park location

9. Aquatic plant

10. Pressure inducer

11. *Costa del ____, Spain

13. Humiliated

14. Eucharistic plate

19. Fretted instrument

22. OB-GYN test

23. Balance sheet item

24. *Coastal destination

25. Policeman’s club in India

26. Cockapoo or Puggle, e.g.

27. Foreword

28. Make tea

29. Vast multitude

32. Peace symbol

33. *Rest and relaxation destination

36. *El Capitan and Half Dome location

38. Pigeon food?

40. Brewery order

41. Acrobatic move

44. Living room centerpiece?

46. Velveteen creature

48. Type of membranophone

49. Cupid’s ammo

50. Gas station brand

51. Aware of a secret (2 words)

52. Porcinos

53. “At ____, soldier”

54. Charitable contribution

55. Hawk’s aerie, e.g. 56. Time in NYC

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