The Islander Newspaper E-Edition: Wednesday, July 24, 2019

Wing and a pin. 19

Tracking turtles. 22

Killer heat. 23

AMITW July 19: 468 nests, 572 false crawls, 38 hatched nests.

Astheworldterns cast doubt on shadows. 6

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Another wave of force main work on horizon. 3

Meetings

On the government calendar. 4

Op-Ed

The Islander editorial, reader opinions. 6

10-20 YEARS AGO

From the archives. 7 Save a date. 10

Happenings

Announcements, activities. 11 HB grounds e-scooter rentals, bike-shares. 12 DOT adjusts timeline on Longboat bridge. 12 BB may soon have a flag to fly. 13

Streetlife. 14

STREET MAP 16-17

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Judge rules for Bradenton Beach in Sunshine lawsuit By chrisann silver esformes islander reporter

The trial is done and the city prevailed.

the July 15-19 trial for the case pitting the city of Bradenton Beach and ex-mayor Jack clarke against six former volunteer city board members, alleging violation of florida’s government-in-the-sunshine law, ended July 19 with Judge edward nicholas ruling in favor of the plaintiffs.

“The last two years have been difficult. I appreciate that,” nicholas, of the 12th Judicial circuit, said July 19 upon issuing his ruling. “and i’m hoping that, to some extent, the conclusion of this trial may help close the wound that has been so open and so raw, out in Bradenton Beach for so long.”

The suit, filed in August 2017 by Clarke and joined by the city, alleged sunshine law violations by former P&Z board members reed mapes, John metz, Patty shay and Bill Vincent, and scenic Waves Partnership committee members tjet martin and rose

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This is not a close call.

Even after being advised not to continue to do so, even after not getting any clarity via the Florida Ethics Commission letter, the defendants continued to meet, continued to discuss at length, issues.

— Judge Edward Nicholas

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Vincent, all of whom were members of the now-defunct grass-roots group concerned neighbors of Bradenton Beach. all but metz represented themselves as pro se defendants. the city, represented by attorney robert Watrous, alleged the board members violated florida’s government-in-the-sunshine law by discussing city matters at cnoBB meetings and through emails, texts and phone calls.

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Obituaries

Former Mayor Dick Connick dies. 19 No-swim advisory lifted for Palma Sola. 19

Judge Edward Nicholas gives his ruling in the city versus citizens lawsuit. Islander Photo: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Opening statements Watrous presented the judge with a timeline of events, including several cnoBB meetings that were not noticed or recorded, as well as transcripts and recordings of meetings that included discussions of land-use matters that he claimed either did or were likely to come before the defendants as board members.

He said the defendants were warned by city attorney ricinda Perry, who had listened to recordings on the cnoBB website and determined the group’s discussions were placing the city at risk for a sunshine law violation, which could lead to a lawsuit against the city by outside interests. that outsider turned out to be ex-mayor Jack clarke.

Please see sunshine, Page 8

WMFR to build new HQ. 20 AME calendar. 20 AM pier gets wired. 21 Indoor soccer helps kids stay cool. 24 Adapt for angling success. 25

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PropertyWatch. 28 CLASSIFIEDS. 28 NYT crossword. 31

Week 5: Flippin’ for Flipper

Whitley Southard, of Henderson, Kentucky, takes the prize for the fifth week of The Islander’s Top Notch photo contest with a photograph of a dolphin chasing a boat wake and performing a 360-degree rotation. The photographer wins an Islander “More-thana-mullet wrapper” T-shirt and entry into the finals, a grand prize of $100 from The Islander and an assortment of gift certificates from participating advertisers. The last entry deadline for the six-week contest is this week at noon, Friday, July 26. Rules and deadlines for contest submissions are online at islander.org.

A Facebook post July 12 welcomes a street vendor’s late-night opening on Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach. See story, page 2. Islander Screenshot: Lisa Neff

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Bradenton Beach Commissioner Jake Spooner, left, Mayor John Chappie and paralegal Michael Barfield, congratulate each other July 19 as city attorney Ricinda Perry and attorney Robert Watrous share a hug following the city’s victory in a lawsuit against six former board members, at the Manatee County Judicial Center in Bradenton.

Islander Photo: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes

Food vendor seeks late-night Bridge Street approval

Hot dog hungry islanders cheered the introduction of a late-night food cart on Bridge Street.

The idea to provide street food as the brick-andmortar bars and the night life were closing down excited a Facebook crowd.

Uncle Steve’s Mobile Kitchen is now looking to carve out a legal way to operate a food stand in Bradenton Beach’s business district.

Bradenton Beach Police Chief Sam Speciale said in a July 16 interview with The Islander that the food stand, which had been operating until 2 a.m. on Bridge Street for several weeks, is not permitted to operate without an exception to the city code.

Speciale said the police department contacted Joe Cuervo, owner of the food stand, as well as the Drift In lounge on Bridge Street and in Bradenton, to cease and desist operation of his mobile kitchen.

However, the chief said Cuervo is looking to permit the business based on commission approval of an exemption.

Customers called attention to Uncle Steve’s Mobile Kitchen July 12 in a shout-out in the Facebook group Island Ratz Unite, a public group with more than 2,100

members.

Group administrator James Hershey posted a photo of the vendor and a notice: “Attention Islanders!!! The heavens have opened wide, Bridge Street now has a street food stand open til 2 a.m. Come show Uncle Steve’s Mobile Kitchen some serious love and support. At least locals have a ‘chance’ to sober up before taking the drive home.”

Hershey continued, “This is a great step in the right direction” for #BradentonBeach.

His post, as of July 20, had received eight wows, 18 hearts and 107 likes and generated 21 comments — among them “That’s awesome,” “What’s on the menu?” and “So are food trucks now allowed?”

Food trucks and vendor stands do operate at special events on the island, including the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce’s annual Bayfest in the fall in Anna Maria and the chamber’s annual food truck festival at Coquina Beach in the spring.

Cuervo could not be reached for comment before The Islander’s press deadline.

Editor’s note: Ryan Paice and Lisa Neff contributed to this story.

sunshine continued from page 1 Additionally, Nichols noted that Bill Vincent, P&Z board member/CNOBB founder, sent letters to the Florida Attorney General’s Office and the Florida Commission on Ethics near the time Perry’s warnings were issued in late July 2017, asking for guidance on potential Sunshine Law issues and responses to his inquiries indicated he should consult with the city or county attorney.

He did not.

Shults argued that any discussions relating to city business were halted at CNOBB meetings when CNOBB/board members started veering into matters that could have come before them at city meetings, including discussions on a future parking garage.

Furthermore, Shults said mentions of a parking garage were made during CNOBB’s deliberation of possible charter amendment initiatives for the November 2017 ballot, which were being sought by the defendants as individuals through a process outlined by state statute, not the city process.

He said no one had applied to build a parking garage in the city, and such a structure was not permitted by the city’s comprehensive plan, so an application for a parking garage was not likely to come before the defendants as P&Z members.

He also said the defendants’ right to free speech was protected under the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.

Defendant, witness testimony Bradenton Beach city planner Alan Garrett testified July 16 that the comprehensive plan did not prohibit parking garages in all areas of the city during the time Mapes brought the matter up at a CNOBB meeting.

So, it was reasonably foreseeable to have come before the P&Z as an application, and the city’s comp plan would not necessarily need amending to accommodate a parking garage.

In April 2017, the P&Z reviewed an amended plan for the city’s community redevelopment district, which Please see sunshine, page 8

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Another wave of force main work set for Bradenton Beach

By ryan Paice islander reporter You’ve got to crack a few eggs to make an omelet. in the case of manatee county’s continuing force main replacement project, the aim is to replace Bradenton Beach’s entire 50-year-old sewer system. In the process, roadways must be barricaded and excavated despite the traffic issues that may result.

Commissioners voted 5-0 July 18 to approve Manatee county’s plans to continue a force main replacement project, which will include open-cut excavations and milling and resurfacing portions of gulf drive, sixth street south, fifth street south, Bay drive south and church street north. the project is phase two of the work to replace water main valves. Phase one on gulf drive and avenue c was completed earlier this year. city engineer lynn Burnett said the county originally planned to replace the city’s sewer system over the course of 10 years, but compressed the timeline to three-five years after finding infrastructure in worse

shape than assumed. city engineer lynn Burnett said the county awaits permits, but otherwise is ready to begin work. Permits could take 30-60 days to grant. She said the work would take Tampa-based Harris-McBurney Co. 270 days to complete.

However, Burnett added that plans may need to be adjusted, if, when excavations are made, they encounter unexpected problems.

Mayor John Chappie said the county must finish the work before the 2020 spring tourist season to avoid impacting traffic and commerce during the city’s busiest months of the year. chappie also said pumps used to dewater the roadway excavations would be loud, and suggested changing construction hours from 7 a.m.-6 p.m. to 8 a.m.-7 p.m. “i wouldn’t want them working outside my house at seven in the morning,� Vice mayor Jake spooner said. city attorney ricinda Perry said the county should notify property owners that would be impacted by the

project with mail, detailing dates and hours of operation, as well as how residents can contact the county with concerns. spooner’s motion, which was seconded by commissioner Marilyn Maro, stipulated the county finish work by the next tourist season, notify property owners and limit work hours to 8 a.m.-7 p.m. chappie also suggested the county block off a section of cortez Beach parking — which is maintained by the county — to use as a staging area for the contractor during its work on fifth street south and sixth street south.

Burnett said she would speak to county officials about the mayor’s suggestion.

Library to host session on court, comptroller sites

the manatee county clerk of the circuit court and comptroller will present to islanders a program on finding and accessing information from the office. the presentation will be 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, July 31, at the Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. the agenda includes remarks by angel colonneso, the manatee county clerk of the circuit court and comptroller, as well as representatives from departments in the clerk’s office. the goal is to introduce people to “the easy-tonavigate online experience� accessing “departments, services, latest news, important information, forms, reports, fee listings and much more,� according to a

news release. online services range from making a payment to searching court case information and initiating a marriage license application. “our team wanted to reach out to the community to provide the public with an introduction to our office and our duty to Manatee County residents and help them navigate our online resources,� colonneso said in the news release. “our online services can be easily and readily accessed through the website at a time and place that is most convenient through any device used — whether it’s a workstation, a tablet or phone.� for more information, go online to www.manateeclerk.com or call the office at 941-749-1800.

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AM delays vote on trash/waste contract

By cory cole islander reporter Waste management made unapproved changes to a proposed contract, and anna maria mayor dan murphy did not approve. in a special city commission meeting July 11, murphy told commissioners he would not be presenting them with a Waste management contract for their consideration.

Waste management currently holds the contract for waste-collection services in the city and became the city’s first choice to negotiate a new contract. a new contract and terms were agreed upon may 30 by the commission.

But murphy, referring to the company, said, “they made some substantive changes” to the contract, including tipping fees.

Because of the changes, the mayor said he would not present the contract to the commission.

He asked the commission for authorization to meet with a decision-maker at Waste Management to find out why changes were made.

Anna Maria Mayor Dan Murphy informs city commissioners July 11 that he would not be presenting them with a Waste Management contract for their consideration. Islander Photo: Cory Cole

Holmes Beach receives Hagen Foundation funding

commissioner doug copeland motioned to postpone a decision on the contract until the next scheduled meeting. commissioner dale Woodland seconded the motion. the commission vote was 4-1, with commission chair Brian seymour voting no. if the city cannot reach an agreement with Waste management, the process for selecting a waste-collection service could be reopened or the city could accept the only other bid, from Waste Pro. the new contract would be for seven years. “i don’t want to spend a whole bunch of time trying to clear the issue,” murphy said. the next city commission meeting will be at 6 p.m.

Thursday, July 25, at 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria.

Anna Maria P&Z wades into sea level issue

members of the anna maria Planning and Zoning Board hope to keep their heads above water.

P&Z members discussed sea level rise and intervention during a meeting June 11 and returned to the discussion in a July 9 meeting. chair Jonathan crane said the board needs to make sure what members discuss is grounded in the comprehensive plan, which contains a section on sea level rise. the P&Z is responsible for monitoring the plan. “i don’t want to step on any toes,” he said. city planner robin meyer suggested the P&Z and the city commission jointly meet on the subject. meyer also informed members the city has no plan to raise streets by 2 feet. He mistakenly provided the 2-foot figure previously to the P&Z. one idea the P&Z is considering is bringing an expert on sea level rise to a future discussion. the next P&Z meeting will be at 4 p.m. tuesday, Aug. 13, at city hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria island.

— Cory Cole

The city of Holmes Beach received $50,000 July 15 from the Hagen family foundation of indiana, for playground equipment, shade structures and a sandbox. the funding will help the city renovate the tot lot at city field, adjacent to city hall, 5801 Marina Drive.

Rex Hagen, who died in 2017, and his late wife Helen, were significant contributors for the betterment of anna maria island, having helped fund many recreation projects, including the skate park in Holmes Beach and the tennis courts at the center of anna Rex Hagen looks out over theskate park he helped maria island in anna maria. create. Islander File Photo: Bonner Joy — ChrisAnn Silver Esformes

Meetings

Anna Maria City July 25, 6 p.m., commission.

July 31, 10 a.m., historic preservation board. aug. 8, 6 p.m., commission. aug. 13, 4 p.m., planning and zoning.

Aug. 19-30, candidate qualifying.

Aug. 21, 5:30 p.m., special magistrate. aug. 22, 6 p.m., commission.

Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 941708-6130, cityofannamaria.com.

Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 941-708-5800, holmesbeachfl.org.

West Manatee Fire Rescue none announced.

WMFR administration building, 6510 Third Ave. W., Bradenton, wmfr.org.

Manatee County July 30, 9 a.m., commission (budget). aug. 1, 9 a.m., commission (land use). aug. 6, 9 a.m., county commission.

Aug. 20, 9 a.m., county commission.

Bradenton Beach Administration building, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., July 25, 9 a.m., commission (budget).

July 30, 9:30 a.m., commission, CRA Bradenton, 941-748-4501, mymanatee.org. (budget).

Of interest July 31, 10 a.m., commission.

July 30, 4 p.m., Manatee County Council of Aug. 26-30, candidate qualifying.

Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., governments, Bradenton area convention center, 1 Haben Blvd., Palmetto.

941-778-1005, cityofbradentonbeach.org.

Aug. 20, 2 p.m., Coalition of Barrier Island Elected Officials, Anna Maria City Hall. holmes Beach sept. 16, 9 a.m., manatee county tourist develJuly 25, 11:30 a.m., police retirement. opment council, sarasota-Bradenton international July 31, 10 a.m., special magistrate.

Airport, 5900 Airport Lane, Sarasota.

Aug. 7, 6 p.m., planning commission. nov. 5, general election.

Aug. 27, 6 p.m., commission.

Send notices to news@islander.org.

Aug. 26-30, candidate qualifying.

Coastal cleanup

Josie Womble, of Lakeland, a part-time Holmes Beach resident, and Frank Booth, of Holmes Beach, collect trash July 5 from the beach near 68th Street in Holmes Beach, as part of a citywide post-holiday beach cleanup.

Gretchen Strub, left, of Virginia, and Laurie Murdock, of Holmes Beach, dispose of trash collected July 5 from the beach in Holmes Beach as part of a cleanup following the Fourth of July holiday.

Islander Photos: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes

Election 2019

The qualification period to run for city commission in anna maria in the november election opens monday, aug. 19. municipal elections on anna maria island will be tuesday, nov. 5. three commission seats with terms of two years will be up in anna maria. Qualifying for office in the city will be noon Aug. 19-noon Aug. 30. the terms for incumbents doug copeland, carol carter and dale Woodland are up for election. three commission seats with terms of two years will be up in Holmes Beach. Qualifying for office in the city will be noon Aug. 26-noon Aug. 30. seats held by commissioners Jim Kihm, carol soustek and rick Hurst are up for election. two seats — held by commissioners Jake spooner and randy White — and the mayoral post held by John chappie will be up in Bradenton Beach. Qualifying for office in the city will be noon Aug. 26-noon Aug. 30. the last day to register to vote in the election will be Oct. 7. for more information about becoming a candidate or registering to vote, go online to votemanatee.com.

— Lisa Neff

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Opinion

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Who wins?

Bradenton Beach wins. citizens lose. the city is again divided down the middle. us against them. them against us.

You can see it at the election polls. i’m not sure too many other cities have seen tied elections and decisions for seats by the draw of a card — twice. and so it continues, now with the sunshine lawsuit decided — the city against six citizens, former board members — in favor of the city.

We don’t dispute the court’s finding. It was likely a judge would find the conversations among P&Z board members at meetings of a grass-roots group violated the sunshine law. You can’t step away from being board members and be “individuals” without resigning. even so, members of concerned neighbors of Bradenton Beach aimed to improve regulations and procedures, not overtake the city. they gathered to reach common goals for the city based on their ideas and ideals and, that is to be commended. it was inevitable that some discussion among the friends who formed cnoBB would touch on city topics as they sought solutions by petitioning voters to change the city charter. their common purpose: to change the city for the better. Perhaps the six conflicted members should have stepped away from their seats on city boards to achieve their common goals. eventually they were vindicated when their charter changes were approved by the electorate. soon enough, city attorney ricinda Perry warned the board members about a possible lawsuit and, soon after, told the mayor and commissioners they should join an ongoing legal investigation. she said the city could be the subject of the legal dispute if they didn’t join the anonymous party in advance of the lawsuit. they agreed without knowing the legal action was at the behest of ex-mayor Jack clarke, who later was absolved by the city of any legal risk. and why didn’t the city slap the wrists of the socalled sunshine six, or dismiss them from the boards they served, and avoid the lawsuit?

Paradise spoiled for Why? Better ask them at the next election. it cost a great deal of taxpayer money to arrive at parking lot at Coquina the point where the city can say, “We were right.” one issue — the removal of australian pine trees now the six thorns in the side of the city await a to improve a parking lot at coquina Beach — continhearing to determine who pays the more than $200,000 ues to dominate the discussion on the islander’s social in court costs and city legal fees. media pages.

We ask, will the city be vindictive in victory? these are responses to the islander’s report head— Bonner Joy lined “trees downed at coquina despite protest” in the July 17 issue: “mother nature will let you know how it feels.

Keep it up you will see. sorry, anna maria, man is JULY 24, 2019 • Vol. 27, No. 39 destroying your natural beauty.” ▼ Publisher and Editor Cindy Rairigh Williams, of Bradenton Bonner Joy, news@islander.org “so very sad. i come every year to the island. one ▼ Editorial of the reasons was for its old-time setting. unfortuLisa Neff, editor, lisa@islander.org Sandy Ambrogi, sandy@islander.org nately i have noticed big changes and that old florida Joe Bird, editorial cartoonist look is disappearing.”

Kevin Cassidy, kevin@islander.org Paula Anderson-Wolsiefer, of Anderson, Indiana Cory Cole, cory@islander.org Jack Elka, jack@jackelka.com “i loved those trees, that’s why i would go ChrisAnn Silver Esformes, chrisann@islander.org there.”

Brook Morrison, brook@islander.org Susan Rowell Kapioski, of Sarasota Ryan Paice, ryan@islander.org Kathy Prucnell, kathyp@islander.org “australian pines have been in florida for over ▼ Contributors 100 years and now they’re suddenly a problem?”

Jesse Brisson Debbie Kincaid Carboni, of Bradenton Karen Riley-Love Capt. Danny Stasny, fish@islander.org “sad, sad, sad.” ▼ Advertising Director Betty Wilson, of Louisville Toni Lyon, toni@islander.org “this is stupidity. those trees were not only part ▼ Office Staff of ‘quaint and old’ they had a purpose: shade. nesting Lisa Williams, manager Vicki McIntyre, office assistant, reader advocate birds — we were a bird sanctuary — and a very reliinfo@, accounting@, classifieds@, able wind break. i believe the long-term plan that is subscriptions@islander.org not being discussed is a large paved parking lot with ▼ Distribution Urbane Bouchet ‘landscaped’ areas to add to the palm trees, where the Judy Loden Wasco palm rats nest. i’m sad. i’m embarrassed. this is so Ross Roberts short-sighted and narrow-minded.”

(All others: news@islander.org) Christine Torgeson van Zandt, of Holmes Beach

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some years ago, the islander was invited to take part in a pilot project with the university of florida george a. smathers libraries.

We donated our collection of printed newspapers covering from the first edition in 1992 to the digital era of 2005, as well as the digital editions. It took some time, but it’s all on the uoff digital library site now, all searchable by key word, name or date.

It’s simple, easy and available 24/7.

There’s 27 years, 52 weeks a year, the complete collection of The Islander, online at ufdc.ufl.edu.

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10&20 years ago In the headlines: July 21, 1999

An Anna Maria resident collected 200 petition signatures from people opposed to closing Beach street to parking.

Anna Maria officials were negotiating a lease for a restaurant on the anna maria city Pier with John Horne of anna maria oyster Bar inc. about 20 people attended a special meeting on the lease because of concerns with the tenant.

A woman fishing at Annie’s Bait and Tackle in Cortez named the 50-inch snook she caught “moby dick.” she used a dead sardine on a hook and released the 40-pound fish after taking a trophy photograph. real estate transactions included the sale of a ground-level home two blocks from the gulf in Holmes Beach for $69,000 and the sale of a commercial condo for $59,900.

Find weekly editions of The Islander — 1992 to present — online in the University of Florida Digital Library at ufdc.ufl.edu.

In the headlines: July 22, 2009

Old-timey ‘Waze’

Sinking ship

Spectators gather on the beach in Bradenton Beach to witness the sinking of a molasses barge. “Regina,” a converted tanker, was loaded with 350,000 gallons of molasses when a storm hit in March 1940. Locals worked to rescue the crew as the night grew cold and the temperature dropped below 40 degrees. The ship’s cook, Severino Canisares, and the ship’s mascot, a German shepherd dog, died while trying to swim to shore. A fictionalized story, “The Bay is Full of Rum!” by Wyatt Blassingame, can be found at islander.org.

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A sign posted along U.S. 301 on the border of Manatee and Hillsborough counties in 1955 indicates the distance to “Bradentown,” 17 miles; “Manatee,” 18 miles; and “Cortez Beach,” 26 miles. Islander Photos: Manatee County Public Library System archives

Federal officials were collecting public comments on a proposed deepwater port and natural gas pipeline proposed by Port dolphin energy llc for 28 miles off the coast of anna maria island.

Holmes Beach commissioners set a maximum millage rate of 1.7549 mills — also the rollback rate — for the new 2009-10 fiscal year. anna maria commissioners set a maximum millage rate for the 2009-10 fiscal year budget at 1.9450 mills — the rollback rate — avoiding a tax increase for property owners.

Holmes Beach officials were working on the final details of a plan to zone the city’s central business district — the marina-gulf drive area — with mixed residential and commercial uses.

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sunshine continued from page 2 included a parking garage as a possible project. Even though the proposed parking facility died for lack of support, it remained a possibility for the CRA district in the future.

Additionally, when Watrous cross-examined Bill Vincent July 18, he asked Vincent if changes to the city’s comp plan go through the P&Z for review, to which Vincent responded, “Correct.”

Watrous asked Vincent, if a charter amendment was passed prohibiting parking garages in the city, would the city have had to amend the comp plan to support the change to the charter, to which Vincent responded, “Probably, I guess.”

During Metz’s cross-examination, also July 18, Watrous asked him if he took the oath of office to be on the P&Z, to which Metz responded, “Yes.” Watrous asked Metz if he understood that by taking that oath, he was putting himself in “a subject category different than the rest of the populous to some extent, correct?” to which Metz replied, “In an extremely limited sense.”

Watrous asked if one of those limitations was that Metz’s oath was to uphold the U.S. and state constitutions, to which Metz responded, “Yes.” Watrous asked Metz if he was aware that the Sunshine Law is contained within the state constitution, to which Metz replied, “Yes.” During his July 18 cross-examination of Mapes, Watrous asked why the defendants didn’t approach the city or county attorney for guidance after being warned their actions could be in violation of the Sunshine Law. Mapes responded, “We were developing our initiatives to paragraph 166.031 of the Florida statutes, which had absolutely nothing to do with the city.”

Judgment During the four-day trial, Nicholas heard testimony from defendants and witnesses, listened to recordings of CNOBB meetings and reviewed depositions.

Nicholas recounted the timeline of events leading up to the lawsuit, including CNOBB meetings and P&Z board meetings that included discussions of parking garages.

He read portions of the Sunshine Law from the Florida Constitution. “… at which public business of a body is to be transacted or discussed,” he read, adding, “The court emphasizes ‘discussed.’”

“Clearly public business was discussed at many, and virtually all of the CNOBB meetings,” Nicholas said. “This is not a close call. Even after being advised

Defendant Bill Vincent, a former Bradenton Beach board member, gives his closing statement July 18, as defendants Reed Mapes, left, Rose Vincent, Patty Shay, Tjet Martin, attorneys Jodi Ruberg and Tom Shults, and defendant John Metz look on. not to continue to do so, even after not getting any clarity via the Florida Ethics Commission letter, the defendants continued to meet, continued to discuss at length, issues that not only have come before the planning and zoning board and Scenic Waves committee, but that were obviously certain to continue to come before planning and zoning and Scenic Waves.”

He said case law has determined that, “when in doubt, the members of any board, agency, authority or commission, should follow the open meetings policy of the state.”

“Well, there was a doubt here,” he said.

He said the defendants continued to ignore warnings and concerns regarding compliance with the Sunshine Law in their “eagerness to attempt to thwart the possibility of a potential parking garage.”

He said the defendants’ use of a state statute to defend their ballot initiative process “seemed contrived and unpersuasive.”

“I find that the defendants’ efforts to characterize these meetings as ballot initiatives does not ameliorate the need that meetings of this nature, wherein planning and zoning members debate planning and zoning issues, need to be held in compliance with the Sunshine Law,” he said.

He said judgment is in favor of the city and found

all defendants violated the Sunshine Law. He also said there will be post-trial proceedings to determine potential sanctions, including division of court costs and legal fees.

“Government in the sunshine is why we’re here — it’s as simple as that, and as important as that,” Bradenton Beach Mayor John Chappie said July 19. “It’s the foundation of what good government is built on.

Openness, transparency and accountability. Anything less is not acceptable.”

He added, “Now is the time to heal.”

“You never know what to expect,” Mapes said following the ruling. “Nor do you know what to expect in the way of what comes next.”

Sunshine Law trial, a day-by-day brief

By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Islander Reporter Almost two years of legal wrangling is done.

The civil lawsuit initiated in August 2017 by exMayor Jack Clarke and joined by the city of Bradenton Beach versus six former volunteer board members for allegedly violating Florida’s Government-in-the-Sunshine Law during meetings of the grass-roots group, Concerned Neighbors of Bradenton Beach, saw its day — or week — in court, July 15-19.

The outcome, in favor of the city, was announced July 19 by Judge Edward Nicholas. The matter of court costs and legal fees remains to be determined.

Day 1 • The hearing opened July 15 with pretrial motions by defendant John Metz’s attorney, Thomas Shults, joined by pro se defendants Reed Mapes, Tjet Martin, Patty Shay and Bill and Rose Vincent, as well as motions by the plaintiffs’ attorney, Robert Watrous.

• Judge Edward Nicholas denied the pretrial motions in favor of proceeding to trial and deferred a motion by Shults to strike supplementary evidence by the plaintiffs.

• Watrous, Shults and the pro se defendants gave opening statements.

• Watrous and paralegal Michael Barfield, and Shults, along with co-counsel attorney Jodi Ruberg, read portions of the depositions into the record.

called July 16 as a witness, and was examined by Watrous and cross-examined by Shults.

• City attorney Ricinda Perry was examined by Watrous and cross-examined by Shults and pro se defendants Mapes, Martin, Shay and Bill Vincent.

• Watrous played portions of CNOBB steering committee meetings, entered as evidence.

John Metz, defendant in the Sunshine lawsuit filed by Bradenton Beach and ex-Mayor Jack Clarke, gives his testimony July 17 at the Manatee County Judicial Center, Bradenton.

Day 3 • Watrous examined Mapes and Rose Vincent, who were then cross-examined by Shults July 17.

• The plaintiffs rested their case.

• Shults, on behalf of Metz, requested a dismissal, which Nicholas declined.

• Shults examined Metz.

Day 4 • Watrous cross-examined Metz July 18.

• Shults called Bill Vincent to the stand for examination and Watrous cross-examined him, as did Rose Vincent and Martin.

• Shults examined Shay, who was cross-examined

by Watrous.

• Shults and Ruberg read aloud portions of Perry’s deposition.

• The parties delivered closing statements.

Day 5 • Nicholas ruled July 19 in the city’s favor, finding the defendants violated the Sunshine Law. Post-trial Day 2 proceedings will determine potential sanctions, includ• Bradenton Beach land planner Alan Garrett was ing the division of court costs and legal fees.

Reed Mapes, former Bradenton Beach Planning and Zoning Board member, and defendant in a civil lawsuit with the city of Bradenton Beach, speaks to the court July 15, as defendant John Metz’s attorney, Thomas Shults, looks on.

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Bradenton Beach Sunshine lawsuit, rundown on key elements

By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Islander Reporter Nearly two years after the lawsuit was filed in the case of Bradenton Beach and ex-Mayor Jack Clarke versus six former volunteer board members — Reed Mapes, Tjet Martin, John Metz, Patty Shay, and Bill and Rose Vincent — was tried July 15-19 and judgment was rendered for the city at the Manatee County Judicial Center in Bradenton.

The issue • The complaint, filed Aug. 11, 2017, by the city and Clarke, stated the plaintiffs were seeking relief for alleged violations of Florida’s Government-in-theSunshine Law by four members of the planning and zoning board and two members of the Scenic Waves Partnership Committee.

• The defendants were part of the core group of a now-defunct neighborhood organization, Concerned Neighbors of Bradenton Beach, formed the summer of 2017 by then-P&Z board member, defendant Bill Vincent.

• The city and Clarke maintain defendants violated the Sunshine Law by discussing city matters at CNOBB meetings and through emails, texts and phone calls.

Plaintiffs’ allegations • The city and Clarke claim the defendants put the city at risk of a lawsuit by discussing matters that could come before them in the future as city board members.

• The plaintiffs claim the lawsuit was filed as a cure to insulate the city against actions of board members, who were unlawfully acting as private citizens after taking an oath to serve the city.

• The plaintiffs also claim the defendants destroyed some materials, such as CNOBB steering committee meeting recordings, to avoid information being brought forward as evidence.

Defendants’ claims • Most CNOBB meetings were recorded, open to the public and announced in The Islander.

• CNOBB identified as an educational group to inform the public of issues facing the city and promote participation in city meetings. Members hoped to encourage more people to run for city commission.

• When alleged discussions occurred regarding prohibitions of parking garages in the city, or other land-use matters, members dropped the discussion for concerns of possible Sunshine Law violations.

• As CNOBB members, the defendants crafted and petitioned support for three initiatives using a state statute as their guide to a citizen referendum to achieve changes to the city charter. They claim they were protected under state statute while acting as individuals, and also were protected under the First

Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.

• The six defendants resigned from city boards shortly before the lawsuit was initiated.

Timeline • July 11, 2017: CNOBB held its first public meeting.

• July 25, 2017: After listening to recordings of CNOBB meetings, city attorney Ricinda Perry issued an email to Mapes, and included the mayor, city commission and staff, stating the board members’ actions could violate the Sunshine Law. • Early August 2017: The six CNOBB/board members resigned from their city boards.

• Aug. 7, 2017: The commission voted 3-1 to be added to an investigation of the board members initiated by paralegal consultant Michael Barfield, under the direction of attorney Robert Watrous of Sarasota, for alleged Sunshine Law violations, with legal fees capped at $5,000. Then-Mayor Bill Shearon voted against the measure.

• Aug. 11, 2017: The lawsuit was filed.

• Aug. 28, 2017: The city voted to block the CNOBB charter amendment petitions due to “insufficiencies,” even though CNOBB members gathered the required amount of voter signatures.

• Nov. 7, 2017: After a tussle with the city to get the three charter questions added to the ballot, the electorate passed the amendments.

• Nov. 14, 2017: CNOBB members voted to dissolve the organization due to the pending litigation.

• Early 2019: All defendants but Metz went pro se, citing prohibitive legal fees.

• June 2019: The city received invoices from Watrous through April 30 totaling more than $230,000 Bradenton Beach Mayor John Chappie, front, listens and the defendants claimed they spent about the same July 18 as attorney Robert Watrous delivers his clos- amount. ing statement at the trial for the lawsuit filed by the • July 15-19: Following nearly two years of city and ex-Mayor Jack Clarke against six former discovery, pretrial hearings, mediation and multiple city board members. settlement offers, the lawsuit was heard in court.

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Island happenings Island Players ready for 71st theater season theater volunteers are working up playbills and tidying up props, preparing for a new season at the island playhouse. the island Players, manatee county’s oldest community theater, will begin its 71st season Sept. 19 with a mike lusk-directed presentation of “steel magnolias.”

The popular play by Robert Harling will be the first of five productions at the theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria, for the 2019-20 season. The run will be sept. 19-29. auditions for the play will be sunday, aug. 4, at 7:30 p.m. at the theater, where all auditions take place.

“Relatively Speaking” will run Nov. 7-17. Island Player Heiko Knipfelberg will direct. after the new year, “ripcord” will premier Jan. 9 and run through Jan. 26, directed by iP actor and director James thaggard.

Kelly lynn Woodward will direct Ken ludwig’s “Leading Ladies,” to be presented March 5-22, 2020, and the season will conclude with the comedy “death by design,” with Preston Boyd directing. island Players’ president sylvia marnie said in a statement on the island Players’ website, “i’m excited and proud to present our 71st season and it promises

to be one of the best.” “theater is the screen that stares right back at you. audience reactions change performances, and no two are ever exactly alike,” she wrote.

Season tickets are available for $100 for five shows. individual tickets are $23 each. sponsorships also are available.

Performances will be 8 p.m. tuesday-saturday and 2 p.m. sundays. the theater is dark mondays.

The box office will open 10 days prior to opening nights with hours of 9 a.m.-1 p.m. monday-saturday and one hour prior to performances. opportunities exist to volunteer for a variety of positions, including the off-stage ladies, which works on costumes, assists people with finding their seats, hunts props, prepares a sunday meal for cast and crew and more.

Marnie said more than 100 volunteers run the theater. for more info, go to theislandplayers.org.

Club to hear about food bank

Library celebrates ‘Universe’

the Kiwanis club of anna maria island will meet Saturday, July 27, to hear from Jack Brennan, manager of the food bank at roser memorial community church in anna maria.

The club meets at 8:30 a.m. Saturdays at the Anna maria island Beach cafe at the manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.

However, the club is on an abbreviated summer schedule.

For more, call Sandy Haas-Martens at 941-7781383.

Privateers bring Christmas cheer to July

Ho, ho, it’s hot. the anna maria island Privateers will celebrate christmas in July with santa claus and a community supper.

The nonprofit dedicated to “kids and community” will host its annual christmas in July celebration beginning at 5 p.m. Saturday, July 27, at the Drift In lounge, 120 Bridge St., Bradenton Beach. santa and his sleigh will arrive at about 6 p.m.

Plans include a raffle for a liquor basket, a lotto and a potluck supper. the privateers asked that attendees bring a dish to share or a $5 donation for supper.

For more information, call the bar at 941-7789088.

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the island library invites children to the grand finale of its “A Universe of Stories” series of summer programs.

The celebration will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 25, at the library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. thursdays in June and July, the library hosted a series of youth programs sponsored by the friends of the island library. the library also hosted programs on saturdays for tweens and teens, as well as storytime sessions. the summer series will conclude with a presentation, “Star Stories: Greek Myths,” at 10 a.m. July 25, featuring a reading party and raffle prizes.

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

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the senior adventures group will gather for lunch Friday, July 26, at the Metro Diner, 4726 Cortez Road, Bradenton. senior adventures is a group that plans outings or gatherings — usually fridays — either on or off the island. during the summer, the group is not meeting weekly but instead gathering the last friday of the month for lunch. for more information, including the time, call Kaye Bell at 941-538-0945.

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Holmes Beach grounds e-scooter rentals, bike-share stations

By chrisann silver esformes islander reporter talks over regulating a pilot bike-share program have turned into a prohibition in Holmes Beach. at the Holmes Beach commission work session July 9, commissioners discussed a draft ordinance for a 1-year pilot program for bike-share stations on private property, but instead decided to prohibit such businesses. additionally, commissioners agreed to prohibit rentals of small electric scooters — standup scooters sometimes classified as micro-mobility.

In December 2018, the commission instituted a moratorium on new businesses renting “dockless mobility vehicles” on public property, including scooters, as well as new bicycle-sharing services and bike rental businesses, until June 30. at a June 11 commission meeting, the moratorium was extended to Sept. 30. a bike-sharing business offers bicycles for shared use to individuals on a short-term basis. Bike-shares allow people to borrow a bike from point “a” and return it at point “B.” dockless mobility systems comprise vehicles that don’t require a station for users to receive or return the vehicles. “docked” systems include bike- and scooter-rental stations that must be permitted at each location with a

Holmes Beach Commissioner Rick Hurst speaks July 9 about scooter- and bike-share systems during a work session at city hall, 5801 Marina Drive.

Islander Photo: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes site plan. the dock rental sites are not staffed.

Previously, city attorney Patricia Petruff suggested Holmes Beach could regulate the number of docked systems by implementing a parking standard with the site plan required for a bike-share service.

However, upon review of the draft ordinance for a pilot program, which would include 50 bikes — 10 bikes at each station — commissioners agreed such a

program would not benefit the city. commissioner rick Hurst expressed concern that limiting the number of bikes to 50, at a $50 fee paid to the city per bike, would inhibit smaller businesses. one such operation is mobile muttleys, a Holmes Beachbased business that pitched a docked bike-share program to the anna maria, Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach commissions.

Hurst said national companies would have less to lose if the city ended a program at the conclusion of a pilot period. mayor Judy titsworth reminded commissioners that the city is trying to “keep people out of their cars,” so a pilot program could be a way to try out a docked bike-share system, adding it could include up to 100 bikes.

Petruff said most bike-share companies are pulling bikes and transitioning to electric scooters, and suggested adding regulations to the land development code that prohibit rental of electric scooters. the commission unanimously agreed to direct Petruff to write an ordinance amending the ldc to prohibit the rental of electric scooters. the commission reached a 3-2 consensus to also prohibit bike-share programs, with or without stations, throughout the city. commission chair Jim Kihm and commissioner carol soustek voted “nay.”

DOT adjusts timeline for Longboat bridge work, aims for September finish

By lisa neff islander editor the crew repairing the longboat Pass Bridge experienced a rain delay. the contractor now expects to complete the project by mid-september instead of late august. the project cost is $5.2 million and the scope of the work includes repairs to the concrete and fender systems, an upgrade to the electrical system, cleaning and painting the steel and the installation of new traffic signals. the week of July 15, the contractor was working on spall repairs, running electrical conduit, coating and painting steel, installing a temporary lock system for the span and repairing railings and sidewalks. also, mechanical work on the bridge began July 17, according to Brian Rick, a spokesman for the Florida department of transportation. repairs began in June and originally the dot expected the work to continue until thanksgiving. the dot and contractor, southern road and Bridge llc, shortened the timetable and announced an august deadline.

However, rick said July 16, “due to weather days

The Longboat Pass Bridge on State Road 789 spans the pass between Longboat Key and Bradenton Beach.

The DOT is managing a $5.2 million repair project on the bridge.

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and holidays granted to the contractor, the completion cortez bridges also were constructed. date has been moved to mid-september.”

The project will add 10-15 years of use to the The State Road 789 drawbridge spanning Long- structure. boat Pass between Bradenton Beach and longboat Key the work requires narrower travel lanes, overnight was built in 1956-57, when the Anna Maria Island and lane closures and some sidewalk closures. the dot has no plans to close the bridge, rick said.

Cortez Bridge study results expected in early September the florida department of transportation plans to release its project development and environment study for the cortez Bridge in early september.

The DOT’s office of environmental management is reviewing the study, dot spokesman Brian rick said July 16.

The DOT began the PD&E in 2013, examining social, economic, natural and physical environmental impacts of various options for the bridge site.

The DOT announced in April 2018 that a fixedspan bridge with a 65-foot navigational clearance is its preferred alternative to replace the drawbridge on cortez road spanning sarasota Bay between cortez and Bradenton Beach.

However, the dot has yet to release the Pd&e study and instead announced the study results — challenged by many cortezians and criticized by Bradenton Beach officials — in an April 2018 news release. the release stated “the fixed-span bridge has many benefits over the existing low-level drawbridge or a replacement drawbridge” and cited the benefits of modern materials, improved traffic flow, enhanced sidewalks and added bike lanes.

“We anticipate having the final approved study available to the public by early september,” rick said.

— Lisa Neff

Roadwatch Eyes on the road

The Cortez Bridge links Anna Maria Island to the mainland at the village of Cortez on Cortez Road.

The DOT says a study — not publicly released — determined the drawbridge should be replaced with a fixed, high-clearance span. Islander File Photo: Jack Elka

the florida department of transportation and manatee county posted the following for the week of July 22: Longboat Pass Bridge: major repairs on the longboat Pass Bridge on gulf drive between Bradenton Beach and longboat Key take place through the summer. overnight work requires decreasing lane sizes, flagging operations and occasional lane closures. Work is to end in september. state Road 684/Cortez Road: crews are installing new lighting at various locations along state road 684/cortez road from gulf drive in Bradenton Beach to ninth street West in Bradenton. expect nighttime/overnight lane closures.

Powercore inc. is the contractor. for the latest road watch information, go online to fl511.com and swflroads.com or dial 511.

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Bradenton Beach permit changes defray costs, delay pedestrian crossings By ryan Paice islander reporter Pedestrians will wait a little longer for crosswalk improvements on Gulf Drive at 27th Street North in Bradenton Beach. city commissioners reached consensus July 18 to change the permitting process for a pedestrian crossing with flashing beacons near the Sandpiper Resort so the city won’t be responsible for maintenance of the fixtures. city engineer lynn Burnett said the plans were submitted by the city to the florida department of

Transportation for permitting, but the plans identified the city as an owner of the beacons, which makes the municipality responsible for future maintenance of the fixtures.

Burnett said the city could change the permit so the DOT owns and maintains the crossing fixtures on the state road. she said changing course could lengthen the process. mayor John chappie supported the change.

Burnett said she would reach out to the dot July 19.

While the city awaits state permitting, it has a

contract for the project with msB services ready for commission consideration. the contract, which would require msB to furnish and install the crossing beacons by sept. 15 for $31,490, was not put out to bid due because the expense is less than $50,000.

Expenses include $11,900 for two solar-powered beacons east and west of Gulf Drive, as well as $11,800 for posts and signage. if msB fails to complete the project by deadline, it would pay the city $1,000 in fees per day until work is finished.

City flag may soon fly over Bradenton Beach buildings

Bradenton Beach wants a flag of its own. commissioners reached consensus July 18 to revisit the creation of a city flag at a later meeting, giving public works manager tom Woodard time to get a sample of the proposed flag from Allegra Marketing Print mail of Bradenton.

Woodard, who proposed a city flag to the commission in June, presented commissioners with three options for the flag’s background, including light blue, white and teal.

mayor John chappie and commissioners Jake spooner and marilyn maro best liked the light blue background. However, commissioners agreed to consider the light blue in the city seal for the background.

Woodard said he created the draft he presented, but wanted the contractor to produce a final draft using the seal’s light blue. city attorney ricinda Perry also drafted a resolution to establish a city flag.

— Ryan Paice

Sex offender registers BB address a 54-year-old male sex offender registered a temporary Bradenton Beach address. the man reported residing in the 1800 block of Gulf Drive North July 15, according to a florida department of law enforcement report.

He was convicted in April 2011 of possessing child-related sexually abusive material in macomb county, michigan. the fdle registry shows other sex offenders in the area as of July 17: • A 57-year-old male offender in the

4200 block of the 129th Street West in cortez.

• a 54-year-old male offender in the 100 block of Crescent Drive in Anna maria.

• a 61-year-old male offender in the 100 block of Ninth Street North in Bradenton Beach. sex offenders must register permanent and temporary addresses with the sheriff in the county where he or she resides as well as transient locations unless otherwise ordered by a court.

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Streetlife

Holmes Beach Police Officer Christine LaBranche works on the beach. Islander Photo: Courtesy HBPD

By Kathy Prucnell

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Sheriff’s office details Anna Maria coin theft

By Kathy Prucnell islander reporter The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office filed two reports detailing nearly $6,000 in pawned gold coins in the case involving the arrest of 39-year-old former Bradenton Beach woman. amanda miller, of manatee county, was arrested July 12 on warrants for two counts of dealing in stolen property Dec. 3, 2018, and Dec. 15, 2018, following an investigation into thefts of collector coins from miller’s onetime landlord in anna maria. miller allegedly pawned the american gold eagle coins — one Miller for $1,096 and four for $4,875 — to d&s loans in Bradenton. miller told mcso detective sgt. Jonathan russell she found the coins while cleaning under the sink during a kitchen remodel and thought the coins belonged to a former tenant, according to russell’s report. the mcso report stated miller felt entitled to the coins and pawned them.

Her landlord, laurie Higgins, rented miller a mother-in-law apartment in the 300 block of Magnolia Avenue from April 2018 to March 2019. Higgins kept coin collections in her house and an attached storage shed at the time.

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Higgins told the islander she is a former dealer in gold and silver, as well as a collector of foreign money. miller gave Higgins and others in the community “a sob story” about being broke and widowed, which was not true, according to Higgins. Higgins estimated she is still owed $3,500 in back rent. miller also took Higgins to court on restraining orders alleging stalking, a case since closed. in the mcso report on the coin theft, russell concluded it was feasible miller came across the coins stored in the shed.

Higgins said miller’s arrest covers only the coins mcso could track. there were other coins stolen, she added. in June, miller admitted taking the coins and selling them and her fingerprints were matched to pawn tickets, according to russell’s report. “the remodeling project is a joke,” Higgins said. friends were helping miller install a new faucet and, according to Higgins, no coins were found during the process.

Higgins met miller when she was looking for a rental in the island ratz facebook group and thought she was “a good fit” as a tenant because she had no car and took the trolley to work on anna maria island.

Her case will be heard at the manatee county Judicial center, but no court date is pending.

Higgins said miller now resides on a boat in Bradenton Beach. The court file lists Miller as homeless in Bradenton.

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Anna Maria July 11, 400 block of Spring Avenue, theft. A roofing company reported several sheets of metal stolen from a construction site during the previous two weeks.

Manatee County Sheriff ’s Office polices Anna Maria.

Bradenton Beach July 16, Circle K, 103 Gulf Drive S., trespass warning. a 28-year-old man ignored a store clerk and kept drinking alcohol after the clerk told him not to drink on the premises. Bradenton Beach police witnessed the clerk issue a warning and advise the man not to return to the property.

July 15-16, Bridgewalk Resort, 100 Bridge St., trespass. Police gave two men warnings not to trespass after observing them drinking alcohol and loitering at the motel. the men were told not to return to the property for a year, but they returned the next day and BBPd issued notices to appear in court for trespassing.

BBPD polices Bradenton Beach.

Cortez July 10, Cortez Park, 12507 Cortez Road W., motor vehicle theft. a vehicle with the keys left inside was stolen from a driveway.

July 15, 3800 block of 118th Street, domestic disturbance. a couple who live together argued over who would turn off the oven. the woman asked a man to turn the oven off since he’d left it on. the man said he was too tired. When manatee county sheriff’s deputies arrived, the man had locked himself in his truck to cool down. no physical injuries occurred. the parties agreed to separate for the night.

MCSO polices Cortez. holmes Beach July 10, 500 block of 74th Street, theft. A man reported a green grill valued at $1,100 stolen from his patio after 10 a.m. the day before.

July 13, 200 block of 85th Street, battery. A man driving a low-speed vehicle was on his way to meet a female friend at crossPointe fellowship when he was attacked by three males. Witnesses stopped to assist. one witness said she saw three juveniles run from behind the church and also saw one of the suspects punch the victim as he was driving, causing his vehicle to flip. There was no report on injuries.

July 14, 4000 block of Fourth Avenue, recovered vehicle. on patrol, a Holmes Beach police officer found a parked 2014 Ford truck and determined it was stolen after checking a law enforcement database.

HBPd contacted mcso and, based on the owner’s request, a tow was arranged.

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HBPD budgeting for vehicles, personnel, safety gear

By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Islander Reporter Island life is not just a day at the beach for the Holmes Beach Police Department. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have arrested people here for serious, violent crimes,â&#x20AC;? Police Chief Bill Tokajer said July 16. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Not everyone that comes out here are the guests we want to welcome. And we must make sure we can handle whatever Tokajer we have to face.â&#x20AC;?

As the city fine-tunes its proposals for the 2019-20 budget, The Islander discussed police department expenses with Tokajer.

The code department, which the chief oversees, is undergoing some staffing changes and restructuring.

The department is moving into a suite of offices, now under renovation, at the public works building.

The budget includes an increase of about $97,000 to account for an additional code enforcement clerk.

Tokajer said the new clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s responsibilities would include logging calls and complaints, filing reports and scheduling. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We should be hiring the new clerk soon,â&#x20AC;? Tokajer said July 16. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This will be a good compliment to the way we are working things out now and will be the face of code when people come in to file complaints and concerns.â&#x20AC;?

The proposed budget also includes about $30,000

for a new code enforcement vehicle and $10,000 for a golf cart.

Tokajer said the vehicles must be outfitted to withstand the elements. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need equipment that will last when exposed to sand and saltwater,â&#x20AC;? he said.

The proposed police budget also includes leasing eight vehicles for $500,000, which, when paid over four years, amounts to $15,625 per vehicle per year.

The vehicles total about $60,000 each and are â&#x20AC;&#x153;fully equipped with lights, cameras, gun safes, window and rear cages, sirens and enhanced safety features,â&#x20AC;?

Tokajer said, including â&#x20AC;&#x153;all the necessary technology to support our demands.â&#x20AC;?

Additionally, $51,000 for 17 new in-car computers and $30,000 for an information technology contractor are included in the proposed budget.

Tokajer said the computers in patrol cars now are 6 years old and, at the time of purchase, were capable of basic functions, such as taking reports. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Now we are being dispatched by computers,â&#x20AC;? he said, adding that the in-car computers are used for record-management and the license plate recognition program. They also are GPS-enabled. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Information technology from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement has come a long way over the years,â&#x20AC;? the chief said.

He said the new computers are â&#x20AC;&#x153;ruggedized,â&#x20AC;? meaning they can withstand harsher treatment and

conditions. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These ruggedized computers are made for being in a police car,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These will hold up better in the heat and humidity and can handle being taken in and out of car.â&#x20AC;?

Tokajer also budgeted $4,000 for four bulletproof vests and $21,165 for 17 bulletproof helmets.

He said the vests last five years and he has been rotating and renewing vests since 2013. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They actually have the expiration date printed inside,â&#x20AC;? he said, adding that sweat and saltwater break down the vests, which become more â&#x20AC;&#x153;wearer-friendlyâ&#x20AC;? as technology improves.

The vests are partially funded by a $1,082 grant from the Bulletproof Vest Partnership.

The bulletproof helmets complete the necessary active-shooter equipment for officers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Right now, we have shields and active-shooter vests that go over the exterior vests, and firearms necessary to respond to an active shooter, but do not have helmets for officers in these situations,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Tokajer said demands on the police department continue to grow as more people visit the island. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I tell people all the time we have 4,000 of the best residents in the world, but 10,000-15,000 on weekends and 30,000-40,000 people on holidays is a lot on this island,â&#x20AC;? Tokajer said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just the little hidden gem this island once was. We must make sure we are equipped to handle whatever comes our way.â&#x20AC;?

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Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1813.

Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. — Christ Church of Longboat Key Presbyterian (USA), 6400 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 941-383-8833.

8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. — Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

9:30 a.m. — Harvey Memorial Community Church, 300 Church Ave., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-779-1912.

8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. — St. Bernard, Holmes Beach.

9 a.m. — CrossPointe Fellowship, 8665 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-0719.

9 a.m. — Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, Holmes Beach.

WORSHIP SERVICES 9:30 a.m. — Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Holmes Beach.

Monday-Friday 10 a.m. — Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, 8:30 a.m. — St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 941-383-6491.

Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-4769.

11 a.m. — Cortez Church of Christ, 12111 45th Ave. W., Cortez.

Thursday Information: 941-216-6286.

9:30 a.m. — Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf ONGOING EVENTS Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1638.

Saturday Wednesday 4 p.m. — St. Bernard, Holmes Beach.

7 a.m. — Men’s Bible study, CrossPointe.

5 p.m. — Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, 8 a.m. — Men’s breakfast, Church of the Annunciation.

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Obituaries Arthur Abo

arthur abo, of Wallingford, connecticut, and anna maria island, died June 28.

He was the beloved husband of rose m. Perrone.

He was born in Paterson, new Jersey, to isaac and rebecca and was a u.s. army veteran.

He spent his career as an accountant, first working in public accounting, then in the insurance industry as a tax accountant for mass mutual Abo and anthem Blue cross. early in his career, he taught tax accounting in an adult education program.

His passion was slow-pitch softball, which he played more than 30 years. He excelled as a pitcher and later in life joined a senior league.

He was involved with community youth sports when his children played in the Wallingford Youth soccer league.

He and his wife hosted two high school students, one from norway and one from italy, with the afs chapter in Wallingford.

He also was passionate about going to anna maria island for the winter to enjoy the warmth and sunshine. a funeral service was held July 4 in Wallingford. memorial donations may be sent to the sisters’ Project, P.O. Box 1643, Wallingford CT 06492.

Frank Rudolf Erich Kremps His family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of midstate medical center for the care profrank rudolf erich Kremps, 58, of Bradenton, vided. died July 9. He was born feb. 2, 1961, in altena, gersurvivors include his wife, rose; son stephen many, and came to the united states in 1995. and wife melissa; daughter allyson salek and husHe resided in Holmes Beach band Jefrey; grandchildren Brayden and skylar, and before settling down in northwest emily and matthew salek; sister dorothy mizzi and Bradenton. husband george; brother leon; and many nieces and He was a successful and proud nephews. owner of florida service Heating & cooling inc.

Nicholas Guerra He was known for his devotion to Kremps nicholas guerra, of Holmes Beach, died July 2 family and friends. after a battle with lung cancer.

His second family included all the men and women He was born Jan. 17, 1959, in he worked with while employed with manatee county chicago, where he grew up. at the Port manatee detention facility. He enjoyed mr. guerra moved to anna maria everyone, but the group from there was special to Island 17 years ago. him.

He worked for gettel Hyundai in He also worked for climatic conditioning co. and Bradenton/lakewood ranch and was was grateful for the help and support they gave him. a top salesperson for the dealership.

He enjoyed fishing, boating, entertaining friends Guerra He loved fishing from his dock at and satisfying his palette with fine German cuisine. home and lunches at the outdoor tiki bar at the BridgeHis family and friends will remember “the tender in Bradenton Beach, where he also had been a german” for his bigger than life personality, a boommember of the moose lodge. ing laugh and as a gadget guru with a creative solution A funeral service was held July 10 in Evergreen to almost any mechanical situation. He was a hardPark, illinois, followed by interment at Holy sepulchre working man with a generous spirit. cemetery in alsip, illinois. a celebration of life will be 2-4 p.m. saturday, survivors include his wife, sharon; sons nick, of July 27, at Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & CremaBradenton; and michael, of Holmes Beach; daughters tory 43rd Street Chapel, 604 43rd St. W., Bradenton. amanda Huffman and husband aaron, of lakewood condolences may be made online at www.brownandranch, and emily dickson and husband tom; grand- sonsfuneral.com. children madison and leonardo; brother Jerry and survivors include his loving wife, lesley; faithful wife lisa of oswego, illinois; in-laws Bill and rita canine max; children christopher and franziska; and Wright, of evergreen Park, and many nephews and grandchildren Paul and lucy. more OBiTuARies, neXt Page nieces.

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10 a.m. — Women’s Bible study, Christ Church of Longboat Key Presbyterian (USA).

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10 a.m. — Tai chi exercise, Gloria Dei. 11 a.m. — Just Older Youth group, second and fourth Wednesdays, Roser.

11:30 a.m. — Prayer partners, Gloria Dei. 7 p.m. — Bible study, Cortez Church of Christ.

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10:30 a.m. — Life group, CrossPointe.

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Former Bradenton Beach Mayor Connick dies Richard F. Connick, of Port Charlotte and formerly of Bradenton Beach, died July 19.

Mr. Connick served as mayor of Bradenton Beach from Dec. 6, 1973, to Dec. 12, 1986, according to The Islander archive.

He was born Oct. 7,1928, in White Plains, New York, to Joseph and Ella.

At the age of 17m he joined the U.S. Navy and traveled the world as a first-class fireman.

After discharge from the Navy in 1947, he attended an electrical trade school in Kansas City, Missouri, where he met and married the love Connick of his life, his late wife, June.

He settled in lrvington, New York, working three jobs to support his family.

During a vacation to Anna Maria Island in 1958, he fell in love with and moved his family from New York to Bradenton Beach, where he owned and operated Connick’s Grocery and TV Repair Shop.

He became involved in community service, serving with vigor, pride and honor, as a volunteer firefighter, fire chief, rescue squad chief, councilmember, police chief and, for 14 years, as mayor.

A heart attack at the age of 58 forced an early retirement and relinquishment of public service.

Mr. Connick relocated to a 5-acre home site in Sarasota, where he spent 30 years tinkering in his beloved barn. Due to declining hearth, he lived his last year with his eldest daughter in Port Charlotte.

Visitation was to be 5-8 p.m., Tuesday, July 23, followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 24, at Groover Funeral Home at Mansion Memorial Park, 1400 36th Ave. E., Ellenton.

Survivors include his children, Rick and wife Barb of Englewood, Jean Connick Thompson and husband Dale of Port Charlotte, and Sherry of Sarasota; grandchildren Dawn Brown, Rickey and wife Erica and Angel, Trisha and husband Ed Nolan, Terri, Dale and wife Nathalie, and Mickey and wife Jessica Thompson, Rachel and husband Chet Brown and Jay Huddleston; brother Bob and wife Marion of Irvington, New York; sister Shirley Horvath and husband Duke of Bradenton Beach; great- and great-great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

No-swim advisory lifted for Palma Sola

By Kathy Prucnell Islander Reporter The Florida Department of Health lifted a no-swim advisory July 17 for the south side of Palma Sola Bay after tests determined bacteria in the water met safe swimming guidelines.

DOH tests the waters at statewide beaches, including Palma Sola Bay and Anna Maria Island, every two weeks for enterococci bacteria.

Tom Larkin, director of Manatee County Environmental Health, said enterococci is a robust indicator of fecal pollution and possible sources of the bacteria are from human waste in sewer-line breaks, animal fecal matter and stormwater runoff.

The dropped advisory followed tests the week of July 8 from Palma Sola Bay 1,000 feet west of 81st Street on the south side of the causeway showing 24,196 and 422 colony-forming units of enterococci in 100 milliliters of water.

Larkin said the beach was re-tested July 15.

Results showed 30 colony-forming units of enterococci in 100 milliliters of water, bringing the bacteria within the DOH/EPA recommended levels for safe swimming.

The tests used by the health department are based on U.S. Environmental Protection Agency epidemiological studies, which, in January 2016, lowered the recommended limit from 103 to 70 colony-forming units per 100 milliliters of sample.

Nationwide beach studies showed that the bacteria caused gastrointestinal issues, including vomiting and diarrhea, at levels corresponding to the limits.

Larkin suspects the high bacteria counts in Palma Sola Bay in early July were the result of heavy rains and stormwater runoff, which put fecal waste in the water.

A year ago, tests from the same beach showed 988 colony-forming units growing together in 100 milliliters of water and a second test found 75 colonyforming units in the same amount of water.

High bacteria levels also can result when there are breaks in sewer lines.

A boarder paddles in Palma Sola Bay, where a sign stated bacteria levels exceeded safe swimming guidelines July 16 — a day before the Florida Department of Health lifted a no-swim advisory for the beach. Islander Photo: Kathy Prucnell After finding high levels of enterococci, Larkin said his department checks with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for sewage outflows in a 1-mile radius of the impacted beach.

Larkin said the DEP as well as other agencies that report sewage spills into Palma Sola Bay — Manatee County Utilities Department and the city of Bradenton — had not recently reported a spill.

The last reported sewage spills into Palma Sola Bay occurred between December 2017 and February 2018, with more than 6 million gallons of raw sewage spilling into the bay due to ruptured sewer lines, according to the county and state records.

George C. Wilson

George C. Wilson, 67, of Holmes Beach, died July 8.

He was born Feb. 7, 1952, in Newcastle, Pennsylvania, to George C. Sr. and Vilma Winter.

He received a degree with a major in English from Youngstown State University in 1976.

In 1994, he went to Holmes Beach Wilson to visit his friend Dave Cochran and he never left.

While in Florida, he worked as a teacher at Electa Arcotte Lee Middle School.

His hobbies included music — especially classic rock and reggae; attending concerts and photographing rock stars at those concerts.

Golf also was a passion, and Mr. Wilson was thrilled to win his first golf tournament earlier this summer, an honor he shared with some of his favorite golfing buddies.

A celebration of life was held July 22 at the Anna Maria General Store in Anna Maria, with an after-party at D.Coy Ducks. Memorial donations may be made on Go Fund Me. Survivors include his sister-in-law, Chris Ann; nephew Christofer Russo; niece Rachel Tommelleo Ramirez and husband Ray; great-nephew Ben Ramirez; and many friends.

At your service: Obituaries are offered as a community service in The Islander newspaper to islanders, both past and present, and family as well as people with ties to the island. Submit to news@ islander.org.

An X-ray taken July 16 shows a rescued osprey’s broken wing. Capt. Matt Ercoli said July 18 that Dr. Connor Bystrom indicated the bird could fully recover after rehabilitation.

A wing and a pin

Dr. Connor Bystrom, a veterinarian at Palma Sola and Island Animal Clinics in Bradenton, treats a rescued osprey’s broken wing July 16. Capt. Matt Ercoli, a local fishing guide, found the injured bird at his dock in Holmes Beach. Ercoli captured the osprey with a net and contacted Bystrom. Islander Photos: Courtesy Katherine Dye An X-ray of an osprey’s broken wing was taken July 16 at the Palma Sola Animal Clinic where Dr. Connor Bystrom splinted the wing with a pin. The bird is recovering at Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation Center in Bradenton Beach. Wildlife Inc.’s Ed Straight said rehab would take two months.

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WMFR votes to buy land, build new administration building

By Kathy Prucnell islander reporter West manatee fire rescue commissioners voted 4-0 to purchase vacant land in Bradenton to construct a new administrative building that could double as an emergency operations facility.

WMFR officials and the sellers, Yulara 2 LLC, inked the $295,000 contract July 16 after the vote. commissioner george Harris was absent with excuse.

Site inspections of 1.88-acre parcel at 701 63rd St. W. in Bradenton, are expected in the next 60 days, after which Wmfr must “decide if it’s a go or no go,” Chief Tom Sousa said at the site July 17. the vacant land, south of manatee avenue, next to Bealls and adjacent to Hidden lake condominiums, is zoned residential-1 in Bradenton. a zoning change to a public use designation, as well as stormwater and sewer services, are needed, sousa said, adding the city is “willing to work with us.” during the due diligence period, sousa stressed the importance of identifying the cost of bringing sewer service to the Bradenton property, whether a tap into an existing line is possible or a more costly solution involving a gravity sewer is necessary. to make this determination, sousa expects the district to solicit three bids. sousa and commissioner randy cooper teamed up to choose the possible sites.

A 5,000 square-foot buildout with parking is expected to meet the needs for office staff but, in the event of an emergency, the property, along with the possibility of using the nearby Beall’s parking lot, is large enough to accommodate fire and police fire equipment relocations, according to sousa. staff includes incoming chief Ben rigney, administrative personnel and three fire inspectors. The new building is planned for offices, meeting rooms and possible sleeping quarters for an on-duty battalion chief. the building footprint could be expanded, according to sousa and cooper, if Wmfr partnered in the project. at the July meeting, the commissioners discussed the possibility of slicing off a portion of the property for another governmental or nonprofit use. “one of the things that sold me” on the site was the possibility of selling or leasing part of the property, commissioner al robinson said. commissioner larry Jennis motioned for the commission’s approval, saying he preferred a vacant lot with no need for demolition of an existing building. cooper seconded the motion.

“We went to several properties,” cooper said, referring to the site search, which started at the beginning of the year and was whittled to two finalists in may after Bob gause of gause and associates of Palmetto reviewed four sites for public utilities stormwater restraints, parking and zoning regulations.

WMFR Commissioner Randy Cooper and Chief Tom Sousa talk about the property under contract for the district’s new administrative offices in front of the 1.88-acre site on 63rd Street West south of Manatee Avenue in Bradenton.

Islander Photo: Kathy Prucnell

The new administrative building site is shown to the left of Bealls department store as the “subject property” in an aerial photograph. Islander Photo: Courtesy WMFR “and this has the most options for serving our district and our community. so i think we should go ahead with it,” cooper added. the commissioners voted to choose the 63rd street property over a 0.65-acre parcel with an abandoned dental office, requiring demolition, at 6607 Third Ave. W., near WMFR’s Station 1 at 407 67th St. W. at the may meeting, commission chair david Bishop noted the proximity of the office building to station 1. drawbacks to the site included the cost to remove the existing structure, ponding and setbacks that could have restricted the buildout. the commissioners then directed staff to research and bring back contracts for consideration. at the July meeting, Bishop initially recommended commissioners delay a vote to include Harris, who in may said he favored “the bigger the better” and liked

WMFR approves Cortez station purchase

By Kathy Prucnell islander reporter Property leased to West manatee fire rescue for a station on cortez road West soon will be owned by the district. a unanimous vote by commissioners July 16 approved a second amendment to a lease with Pen Bay I LLC, calling for the $285,000 purchase at 10350 Cortez Road W., Bradenton, with a closing within 90 days. the limited liability company is the successor of manatee fruit co., which began leasing the property to the district in may 1985. the lease was last updated in April 2013 to provide space needed to remodel the fire station, including a retention pond, driveway, parking lot and expanded training facility.

“We run ambulances from there to the island. it’s a very busy station,” chief tom sousa told the commissioners. according to sousa, the agreement was a “dollar lease” premised on a future buyout with impact fee

credits as the development on the adjacent land built out.

Initially, the plan was to waive the district’s $500 per home impact fee assessments on 587 home sites pending in a proposed Pen Bay development, but the county, which collects the fees, would not agree to the arrangement, sousa said. the county approved the 358.5-acre development in September 2016 for 1,950 residential units, which has yet to break ground.

“We were unable to give the credits as expected so that’s why we went to the purchase,” sousa told The Islander July 17.

Before the commission vote, sousa and Pen Bay developer Whiting Preston discussed purchasing the property “with current impact fee monies” based on the average of two appraisals, $330,000 from realty appraisal services of southwest florida and $230,000 from Bass Fletcher & Associates, according to a memo prepared by administrative Battalion chief Ben rigney, who will be chief in october, upon sousa’s retirement.

the access to parking lots at the adjacent strip mall. according to the contract, the seller is an administratively dissolved florida limited liability company. managers maurice and renee Healy of Palma sola signed on behalf of the company.

A $25,000 deposit has secured the contract, which would be applied to the purchase price at closing.

Wmfr can decide to terminate the contract with a full refund of the deposit before the end of the inspection period.

The attorney for the fire district, Jim Dye, of Dye, Harrison, Kirkland, Petruff, Pratt & st. Paul drafted the contract and is holding the deposit. the search for a new administrative building began after the district sold its former 11,500 squarefoot administration building at 6417 Third Ave., Bradenton, to oasis middle school. that property was considered too large. sousa said he expects a two-year timeframe for construction.

WMFR will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20, in its temporary headquarters of the Palma sola Presbyterian Church, 6510 Third Ave. W., Bradenton.

School calendar

• Aug. 1, classroom assignments released.

• Aug. 5, teachers return.

• Aug. 8, 4:30-5:15 p.m., Back-to-School Night, kindergarten, first- and second-grades.

• Aug. 8, 5:15-6 p.m., Back-to-School Night, third-, fourth- and fifth-grades.

• Aug. 12, first day of school.

• Sept. 2, Labor Day, no school.

• Sept. 11, early release.

Anna Maria Elementary is at 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.

For more information, call 941-708-5525.

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Anna Maria City Pier gets wired up as construction continues

By Ryan Paice about the pace of progress.

Islander Reporter “One said, ‘It’s like seeing an old friend again after Workers are charging up the new Anna Maria City a long time,’” Murphy wrote.

Pier.

“Another said, ‘I feel better just knowing it’s And a bit of rain isn’t holding up progress on the there.’” pier.

Miller Electric, a subcontractor, began installing electrical wiring along the pier walkway July 17, after waiting out rainy days the week of July 8.

Anna Maria Mayor Dan Murphy wrote in a July 17 email to The Islander that the wiring work should take about two weeks.

Also, despite the rain delay, Murphy said i+iconSOUTHEAST remained on track to complete the pier walkway and T-end by September. He noted that the contractor had not requested a change order to extend its deadline since the approval of a change order in March.

Installing the electrical wiring is the final step in completing the understructure of the pier.

Next, i+iconSOUTHEAST will install ipe decking for the walkway and to top the concrete T-end.

Murphy said he feels good about the progress, but is “anxious” for i+iconSOUTHEAST to complete the project.

The mayor said he received several compliments

The new pier — estimated to cost $5.9 million for demolition and construction — replaces the historic Anna Maria City Pier, which was built in 1911 and underwent numerous remodels before it was destroyed

by Hurricane Irma in September 2017.

Planks flank park

Anna Maria public works employees construct a fence July 19 with engraved planks that formerly made up the walkway at the historic Anna Maria City Pier at City Pier Park, on the corner of Pine Avenue and North Bay Boulevard. Meanwhile, work continues to build the replacement pier, deemed destroyed in September 2017. Islander Photo: Ryan Paice

Crew jets, hammers, sets pilings for Bridge Street floating dock

By Ryan Paice Islander Reporter The sound of pile-driving is in the air.

Work on Bradenton Beach’s floating dock is underway and support pilings are visible in the water on the south side of the Historic Bridge Street Pier.

Eric Shaffer, a project manager with Hecker Construction, told The Islander July 16 that his crew had driven 12 of the 25 composite resin pilings for the dock. He estimated installation would be complete in about three weeks, or the week of Aug. 5, depending on weather.

Shaffer said workers are using a pressurized water-jet to create holes for each piling, and then driving the piles with a hydraulic vibratory hammer.

The hammer generates low-load, high-frequency vibrations to loosen the bay bottom and drive piles 15 feet deep.

Workers are driving four pilings per day, according to Shaffer. He added that the barge used for the project can carry six piles at a time from the South Coquina Boat Ramp and a one-way trip from the ramp to the

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pier takes about 45 minutes.

The city of Bradenton Beach entered an interlocal agreement with Manatee County earlier this year for the use of the ramp, which the county owns and maintains, as a loading facility.

After driving the piles, Hecker will install rollers and dock sections. The rollers are wheeled steel brackets that keep the dock sections attached to the piles but allow the sections to float with the tide.

“I don’t want to jinx myself, but there have been no issues yet,” Shaffer said.

He added that rain during the week of July 8 slowed the project’s launch, but construction had progressed smoothly since.

The floating dock replaces a dock damaged by a storm and removed for public safety. The city also plans to install finger docks at the pier and a boat lift for the exclusive use of the Bradenton Beach Police Department.

The city’s agreement with the county for the use of the boat ramp extends to Jan. 1, 2021, to provide time for city contractors to complete the two additional projects.

A Hecker Construction crew drives a composite resin piling July 16 into the seabed alongside the Historic Bridge Street Pier. Twenty-five pilings will form the foundation of the floating dock at the pier.

Islander Photo: Ryan Paice

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AMITW volunteers Karen Anderson, left, and Cindy Richmond excavate a loggerhead sea turtle nest July 17 on the beach near Bayfront Park in Anna Maria.

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Nesting news

By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes

Hatchling sea turtles take to the Gulf

sea turtle nesting is slowing and hatchlings are emerging on anna maria island. loggerhead hatchlings are emerging daily from nests in the sand on island beaches, then making the crawl to begin their lives in the sea. as of July 19, anna maria island turtle Watch and shorebird monitoring reported 38 hatched nests with about 2,441 hatchlings making their Esformes way to the gulf of mexico.

An estimated one in 1,000-10,000 will survive to maturity, according to the sea turtle conservancy.

A nest contains about 100 eggs, which incubate 45-70 days. turtle watch volunteers began walking the beach each morning just after sunrise when nesting season started may 1 to search for tracks left during the night by nesting female sea turtles, and now the focus turns to signs hatchlings have left their nests.

AMITW executive director Suzi Fox said July 17 that recent overnight rains had washed away tracks, making it difficult for volunteers to tell if hatchlings disoriented or safely made it to the water.

However, she said she had not received any reports of hatchlings in the dunes or other upland areas. â&#x20AC;&#x153;itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good sign we havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t gotten any calls about dead hatchlings,â&#x20AC;? fox said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;even though we have not been able to see the tiny tracks because of overnight rain, it appears they are making it to the water.â&#x20AC;? fox added that higher tides and standing water from rain washed over some nests closer to the waterline, but those could still hatch.

Resources for turtle nesting season

to report unattended beach gear or large holes on the beach, call code enforcement: â&#x20AC;˘ Anna Maria, 941-708-6130, ext. 139 or 129. â&#x20AC;˘ Bradenton Beach, 941-778-1005, ext. 280. â&#x20AC;˘ Holmes Beach, 941-708-5800, ext. 247. to read about turtle-friendly lighting, visit: â&#x20AC;˘ myfwc.com/seaturtle and click on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sea Turtles and lights.â&#x20AC;? to report sick, injured, entangled or dead sea turtles, call: â&#x20AC;˘ FWC Wildlife Alert Hotline, 1-888-4043922, #fWc or *fWc on a cellphone or text tip@ myfWc.com. to reach anna maria island turtle Watch, contact executive director suzi fox: â&#x20AC;˘ 941-778-5638 or suzifox@gmail.com. to learn more about sea turtles and conservation around the world, visit sea turtle conservancy: conserveturtles.org.

Turtle watch volunteers counts eggs July 17 during a nest excavation in Anna Maria. The nest contained 124 hatched eggs, five unhatched eggs and one live hatchling, which was released to the Gulf of Mexico.

Per florida fish and Wildlife conservation commission instruction, when a nest is hatched, amitW volunteers wait 72 hours to excavate the nest and determine how many eggs hatched, didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hatch, or if live hatchlings remain in the nest. during an excavation, volunteers dig about 18-24 inches into a hatched nest with gloved hands and count the hatched, unhatched or pipped â&#x20AC;&#x201D; partially developed â&#x20AC;&#x201D; eggs and also dead or live hatchlings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;collecting the data is really what itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about for us,â&#x20AC;? fox said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;this is where we get to look for

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AMITW sea turtle stats as of July 19: 468 nests, 572 false crawls, 38 hatched nests and about 2,441 hatchlings to the sea.

trends.â&#x20AC;? fox said a trend that she has noticed from excavations is very few live hatchlings remaining in nests. â&#x20AC;&#x153;this is really good because it means they are developing well in their nests and getting out to the water,â&#x20AC;? she said. excavations usually take place around sunrise or sunset, when the risk of dehydration or predation is lower for hatchlings. fox said turtle watch posts information about upcoming excavations to the groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s facebook page. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We really want our residents and visitors alike to come out and see the work we do to protect and document the cycle of life happening with the turtles out here on our beaches,â&#x20AC;? fox said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;it really is a beautiful thing.â&#x20AC;?

A hatchling that remained in a nest on the bayfront in Anna Maria is released in Tampa Bay July 17.

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People sunbathe June 24 in Holmes Beach. The Islander invited members of its Facebook group, AMIgo, and page fans to offer their recommendations on the best places to beat the heat.

Topping the list? Chilling on the beach.

Islander Photo: Sandy Ambrogi

By Lisa Neff

Study: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Killer heatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; coming

the â&#x20AC;&#x153;hi, byeâ&#x20AC;? time of year is here.

We go from air-conditioned homes to air-conditioned cars to air-conditioned workplaces. and, should we encounter a neighbor outdoors, we exchange a quick â&#x20AC;&#x153;hiâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;byeâ&#x20AC;? before swatting at a mosquito and rushing on to escape the heat.

Just maybe weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll engage in a short conversation, beginning with, â&#x20AC;&#x153;can you believe this heat?â&#x20AC;? or â&#x20AC;&#x153;iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m so glad i donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a dog to walk.â&#x20AC;? this year, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen some record-setting heat, but historically Neff weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve not seen â&#x20AC;&#x153;off the chartsâ&#x20AC;? temperatures in manatee county. a new analysis from the union of concerned scientists predicts a change by midcentury, when we could average one off-the-charts day a year and, by late century, 18 days per year on average. â&#x20AC;&#x153;if we take no action and global heat-trapping emissions continue to rise unabated, by late century, few refuges from extreme heat will remain,â&#x20AC;? scientists wrote in â&#x20AC;&#x153;Killer Heat in the united states: climate choices and the future of dangerously Hot days.â&#x20AC;?

The UCS, a nonprofit science advocacy group, published the study in mid-July, intending to drive action to address the climate crisis. â&#x20AC;&#x153;if we wish to spare people in the united states and around the world the mortal dangers of extreme and relentless heat, there is little time to do so and little room for half measures,â&#x20AC;? the researchers wrote. the analysis looks at the national Weather serviceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heat index â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the â&#x20AC;&#x153;feels likeâ&#x20AC;? temperature â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and considers global climate scenarios associated with different levels of heat-trapping emissions and warming.

With no action to reduce heat-trapping emissions, by midcentury the average number of u.s. days per year with a heat index above 100 F degrees will more than double and the number of days per year above 105 will quadruple. late in the century, with no action to reduce heattrapping emissions, the united states will experience, on average, four times as many days per year with a heat index above 100 degrees and nearly eight times as many days per year above 105. the analysis projects the southeast region will be

Beating the heat on AMI

the islander invited fans of its facebook page the top four recommendations were to chill on and members in its facebook group, amigo, to share the beach, chill while binge-watching tV in an airthe best ways to beat the heat in the summer months conditioned home, chill poolside and chill with a on anna maria island. cocktail anywhere. the hardest hit and floridians will experience some of the highest frequencies of extreme heat.

Historically in florida, there have been 125 days per year on average with a heat index above 90 degrees.

By mid-century, the average number of days exceeding 90 degrees on the heat index would increase to 166 and by centuryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s end to 186.

Historically, in the state, there have been 25 days per year on average that exceed 100 degrees on the heat index. By midcentury, the average will be 105 per year and, by centuryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s end, 141. in manatee county, the historical average for 1971-2000 was 28 days per year over 100 degrees.

Without bold action, by midcentury â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 2036-2065 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the county will see 119 days per year over 100

degrees, based on findings in the peer-reviewed study, published in environmental research communications.

And by late century â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 2070-2099 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the county will see 155 days per year of temperatures exceeding 100 degrees.

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s required to temper the rising heat? steep, rapid reductions in the heat-trapping emissions we produce. â&#x20AC;&#x153;the longer the united states and other countries wait to drastically reduce emissions, the less feasible it will be to realize the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;rapid action scenario,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? the scientists concluded. so letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s turn up the heat demanding action.

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CO2 and such

global warming is primarily a problem of too much carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

What causes the carbon overload? mainly the burning of fossil fuels such as coal, oil and gas or cutting and burning forests. there are many heat-trapping gases â&#x20AC;&#x201D; methane and water vapor, for example â&#x20AC;&#x201D; but co2 puts us at the greatest risk of irreversible changes if it continues to accumulate unabated in the atmosphere, according to the union of concerned scientists. co2 has contributed more than any driver to climate change between 1750 and 2011.

the national Weather service suggests issuing an advisory when the heat index will reach 100 F for 48 hours to warn that â&#x20AC;&#x153;heat stress or illnesses are possible, especially for elder adults and those sensitive to heat.â&#x20AC;?

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Indoor soccer helps kids stay cool for summer

By Kevin P. Cassidy Islander Reporter After a few weeks of action, the indoor soccer league at the Center of Anna Maria Island is in full swing and the action is fast and furious in the gym.

End-to-end play with lots of scoring and a rowdy crowd cheering the players from the stands on the stage make for an exciting sports arena.

The advanced division has G&G Cassidy Yardscaping pulling away from the crowd among three teams of 10-14-year-olds. G&G leads with a 4-1 record as AMI Locals post a 2-2-1 record and try to keep up. Ugly Grouper rounds out the standings with a 1-3-1 record.

Standings in the intermediate division for players ages 5-9 tighter. Ugly Grouper and Moss Builders share the top spot with 3-0 records, well ahead of thirdplace team Cloud Pest Control, which has a 1-2 record.

Island Vacation Properties holds down the fourth spot with a 1-3 record, while Solid Rock Construction is in last place with three losses.

Action July 16 kicked off with Cloud Pest Control taking on Island Vacation Properties in the intermediate division. Cyrus Ryan came through with a hat trick to lead Cloud to a 3-2 victory. Vacation Properties was led by Clancy Cusack and Kason Davis, who each scored a goal in the loss.

Solid Rock Construction defender Emma Raulerson clears the ball away as Jackson Titen applies pressure during indoor soccer action at the Center of Anna Maria Island.

Islander Photo: Kevin P. Cassidy

The second match of the evening was a battle between Moss Builders and Solid Rock Construction.

The first half saw Moss putting a lot of pressure on the Solid Rock defense, but center back Emma Raulerson and her fellow defenders were up to the task, turning away attack after attack in the scoreless first half.

The second half saw Moss finally capitalize on the pressure as Dylan Sato scored twice and Jackson Titen

Endless summer (fun) “Will’s first surf camp! The week of some really big waves!

Everyone at West Coast Surf Shop was so great to these kids,” wrote Christine Torgeson van Zandt, grandmother of Will Cross, age 7, of Gainesville, on her Facebook page. Will is pictured left and above, left, with three campers. The last day, July 12, produced some rough waves and a rip tide, but, she said, they had a fun day. The more experienced kids surfed, some other kids rode close to the shore. They had a beach clean up, a talent show and pizza. Will said, “I want to go back next year!”

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added a goal to close out a hard-fought 3-0 victory.

The advanced division took over the gym the same evening, with AMI Locals taking on Ugly Grouper.

The Locals ran away with a 5-1 victory behind three goals from Savana Coba and two goals from Evan Talucci.

Will Wright notched the lone goal for Ugly Grouper in the loss.

The final match saw G&G Yardscaping roll to a 6-1 victory over Ugly Grouper behind three goals and an assist from Connor Samblis. Cale Rudacille, Ryan Joseph and Katie Stembridge each added a goal and an assist in the victory.

Victor Albrecht scored for Ugly Grouper in the loss.

The action was set to continue with four back-toback matches starting at 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 23, after The Islander went to press.

Horseshoe news Three teams emerged from pool play and battled for the day’s bragging rights during July 17 horseshoe action at the Anna Maria City Hall horseshoe pits.

Steve Doyle drew the bye and watched as Tim Sofran advanced to the finals with a 21-13 victory over Jerry Disbrow and Hank Huyghe. The championship match saw Doyle earn bragging rights for the day, outlasting Sofran by a 21-15 score.

There was no need for a playoff at the July 20 games, thanks to a furious rally by Neil Hennessey in his third and final pool play match. Trailing 17-9, Hennessey rallied for a 23-20 victory for the lone 3-0 record and the day’s championship.

Play gets under way at 9 a.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays at the Anna Maria City Hall pits. Warmups begin at 8:45 a.m. followed by random team selection.

There is no charge to play and everyone is welcome.

Key Royale news Golf at Key Royale Club was rained out.

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Adapt to surroundings, change approach, find success

By capt. danny stasny islander reporter With water temps climbing to the mid to upper 80s, fishing around Anna Maria Island may require you to change your tactics and your location. targeting catch-and-release snook on the shallow flats of Tampa Bay may not be as good as it could be, but that doesn’t mean you can’t catch fish. Try looking in deeper — Stasny cooler —water along channel edges or around deep-water docks. like people, snook want to take refuge from the heat and lingering in the warm, shallow waters is not the place to find refuge.

Another alternative is to target fish at night. This might mess up your sleep schedule, but how badly do you want to catch a snook? another option is to pass up the snook and target spotted seatrout. Try fishing grass flats in depths of 6-20 feet of water and I’ll bet you’ll find some action. also, fish structure for mangrove snapper and spanish mackerel. the snapper are making a good showing in tampa Bay, and the heat doesn’t seem to bother them. the same applies for the macks. find large bait schools, especially glass minnows in tampa Bay, to stir up the macks. and, if you can run offshore to deeper water in the gulf of mexico, you’ve got great prospects. reports of american red snapper are positive despite the heat. In water depths of 100 feet, the reds are perfectly comfortable, shielded from the extreme water temps that shallow water species avoid. also while offshore, anglers are catching numerous yellowtail and mangrove snapper, as well as red grouper. adapt to the surroundings, change your approach and find success on the water. on my southernaire charters, i’m putting sport fishers on catch-and-release spotted seatrout on deep grass flats during the stronger stages of the incoming tides. the size range of the trout is 14-18 inches, which isn’t huge, but when they catch 30-40 in a morning, there are no complaints from my anglers. and, since trout are catch-and-release, size doesn’t matter.

For variety, I’m seeing a fair amount of ladyfish and spanish mackerel mixed in with the trout bite. free-lining live shiners works well for the trout and, if you’re using small “hatch bait,” adding a popping cork to your rig will put some distance on your cast. fishing structure in tampa Bay is providing action on mangrove snapper and flounder. Both are taking live shiners combined with a knocker rig. this method also is resulting in some juvenile gag grouper of 10-20 inches. And, let me tell you, a 20-inch gag on light tackle is no joke. strong arms and luck are essential

The Fieler family, vacationing from Ohio, fished nearshore July 15, where they caught snapper and mackerel using shiners for bait, releasing several under-size fish. Zac Martin, left, Alex, Mike, Andrew and Gina Fieler were guided to the fish by Capt.

Warren Girle. to reeling one of these bruisers out of the structure. also, my clients are enjoying catch-and-release snook action on the flats at first light, when the water is cooler. most are schooley-size snook — 18-24 inch males — which are good action on light tackle. i’m also seeing catch-and-release redfish mixed in there.

Jim malfese at the rod & reel Pier is seeing a mixed bag — mangrove snapper, flounder and a few catch-and-release redfish — being caught by anglers using live and frozen shrimp. on days when the bait schools surround the pier, casting silver spoons or small jigs for spanish mackerel is worthwhile. Jack crevalle and ladyfish are taking spoons and jigs, too. anglers looking to hook into bigger game are targeting catch-and-release snook. free-lining large baits, such as ladyfish, pinfish or mojarras, is a sure way to entice a 35-plus inch linesider to the hook. capt. aaron lowman is working the nearshore reefs with his clients, looking for permit. casting live pass crabs or Doc’s Goofy jigs to schooling fish is resulting in some drag-screaming action. Most fish being caught are 10 pounds. also present are macks and mangrove snapper. free-lined live shiners cast over the reef are attracting this bite. moving inshore, lowman is finding spotted seatrout on the deeper grass flats of Terra Ceia Bay. Mixed in are macks, ladyfish and some jacks. On the shallower flats, he’s putting sport anglers on catch-andrelease snook during strong-moving tides, especially early mornings before the sun heats up the flats.

Capt. Warren Girle is fishing inshore throughout the lush grass flats of Tampa Bay. Free-lining live shiners around mangrove structure is yielding both catchand-release snook and redfish. The bite is primarily from the snook, with a few redfish mixed in. moving slightly deeper, girle is putting anglers on catch-and-release spotted seatrout on flats with depths of 5-8 feet. again, free-lining shiners is working nicely,

with the addition of a popping cork.

Mixed in with the trout are macks and ladyfish.

While fishing structure in Tampa Bay, Girle is finding keeper mangrove snapper and more macks. moving offshore, girle is hooking clients up with some gag and red grouper, as well as some hefty mangrove snapper. capt. david White of anna maria charters is working inshore due to frequent offshore storms and rough seas. targeting catch-and-release snook and redfish around mangrove shorelines is producing the best action for White and his clients. live, free-lined shiners are working as baits. fishing docks with live shrimp also is putting a bend in the rods.

White says black drum and mangrove snapper under the docks are falling for the bait, especially when it’s a live shrimp. Fishing the artificial reefs in Tampa Bay, as well as other structure, is yielding some mangrove snapper and spanish mackerel for the coolers. lastly, White is in pursuit of juvenile tarpon in the back country. Finding the elusive fish can be challenging, but hooking one on light tackle is a reward not forgotten. the trophy photo is priceless, as the credit card tV commercials say. capt. Jason stock is putting clients on an awesome offshore yellowtail snapper bite. chumming and freelining baits to the “flags,” as they’re called when they are large enough, is providing the action and some excellent tablefare for stock’s clients. also while offshore, stock is leading his clients to limits of american red snapper and red grouper. moving closer to shore, stock is working in tampa Bay, putting his share of catching keeper-size gag grouper in the coolers.

Also while bay fishing, Stock is hooking up with tarpon for trophy photos and plenty of sharks for action.

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The Shore almost ready to open co-owner tom leonard told the islander by text July 10 that the Shore restaurant, 800 Broadway St., longboat Key, is looking toward a labor day grand opening. details to come as the opening finally draws near. the restaurant has been undergoing construction at the site of the of the former mooreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stone crab Restaurant after it was purchased in July 2015.

A fire forced developers into further construction in October 2018 after the interior of the structure suffered heavy damage from the blaze. can this really be the home stretch? stay tuned. stay busy, islanders!

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Fishing for business news in the summer doldrums

Local fisher joins Wagner as real estate agent Scott Kinsman spent years in Montana as a flyfishing guide, then moved to this area to open a charter fishing business. now Kinsman, who owns ami fishing charters, has joined the sales team at Wagner Realty, 2217 Gulf drive n., Bradenton Beach.

Kinsmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s focus is anna maria island and properties that accommodate boaters.

He can be reached at 941-270-4445 or scottkinsman@wagnerrealty.com.

Island restaurateurs expand once again ron fuller and steve Bishop own the Bridge street Bistro, as well as the island time Bar and grill, both on Bridge street in Bradenton Beach. they also own the surf shack restaurants on st. armands circle in sarasota and in tampa. the pair recently expanded their reach with a makeover of Blu mangrove grill in Palmetto, rebranding the eatery as the riviera dunes dockside social Bar and Grill, 102 Riviera Dunes Way, Palmetto. the restaurant, which has gone through seven owners in nine years, overlooks the riviera dunes marina. fuller and Bishop revamped the menu, refreshed the dining area and hired new management and a new

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L.J. Garcia, of Tampa, summers with his family in Holmes Beach. He caught a snook July 16 with Capt. Logan Bystrom while learning fishing skills from the charter captain. Islander Photo: Courtesy Logan Bystrom chef. They took over the 270-seat property in November 2018. riviera dunes dockside Bar and grill is open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 11 a.m.-11 p.m. friday-saturday.

Through Sept. 30 Nominations accepted for small business of the year award in AMI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE four categories.

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A crowd celebrates July 16 as Joanne Owens cuts the ribbon at a new location for Keller Williams on the Water — 2501 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. The second island location serves as a business center for Keller Williams agents and Portfolio Vacations. The event, sponsored by the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce, featured a taco bar, libations and tours of the new office.

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Chamber seeks nominations for awards

Salon Salon baby boom

Enjoying “mommy and me time” are style staff and owner of Salon Salon, Holmes Beach and Anna Maria, Nikita Fosmore, with their infants, including Nina Bisceglia, left, and 18-week-old Maddox, front, Fosmore and 11-week-old Behr, Amy Melnichuk and 8-weekold Piper and Carson Frankey and 5-week-old Cash. Islander Courtesy Photo

the anna maria island chamber of commerce is accepting nominations for its small business of the year awards. an announcement from the chamber states, “our alumni of past winners will tell you what an honor it is to receive the small Business of the Year award and what a great opportunity it is for your business.”

The deadline for nominations is Sept. 30. for more information about the awards, contact the chamber at info@annamariaislandchamber.org or 941-778-1541.

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By Jesse Brisson

Island real estate transactions

By Jesse Brisson special to the islander 102 72nd St., Holmes Beach, a 2,640 sfla / 3,096 sfur 5bed/4bath Gulffront triplex built in 1952 on a 5,720 sq ft lot was sold 06/27/19, Fineout to Bordenave for $2,150,000.

109 13th St. S., Bradenton Beach, a 5743 sfla / 7,577 sfur 8bed/8bath bayfront pool home built in 1983 on a 13,910 sq ft lot was sold 06/19/19, Thirteen 109 LLC to Galvin for $2,082,500; list $2,395,000.

607 Crestwood Lane, Holmes Beach, a vacant bayfront lot was old 07/03/19, McKnight Family Partnership LP to Hug for $1,525,000.

806 N. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, a 2,297 sfla / 4,538 sfur 3bed/3bath/2car pool home built in 2002 on a 5,253 sq ft lot was sold 07/02/19, Berkery to Roediger for $1,120,000; list $1,149,000.

106 Willow Ave., Anna Maria, a 856 sfla 2bed/2bath pool home built in 1920 on a 5,500 sq ft lot was sold 07/01/19, Eureka 106 LLC to Knoop for $1,075,000; list $1,195,000.

4803 Second Ave., Holmes Beach, a 1,790 sfla / 2,880 sfur 3bed/2bath/2car pool home built in 1972 on a 10,000 sq ft lot was sold 06/24/19, Oliff to Pond for $915,000; list $899,000.

109 47th St., Holmes Beach, a 1,776 sfla / 3,224 sfur 3bed/2bath home built in 1986 on a 8,400 sq ft lot was sold 06/26/19, Burger to Thomas for $795,000; list $875,000.

103 Pelican Drive, Anna Maria, a 1,544 sfla / 2,654 sfur 3bed/2bath/3car pool home built in 1997 on a 7,500 sq ft lot was sold 06/28/19, Crawshaw to Marshall for $775,000; list $799,000.

5701 Holmes Blvd., Unit A, Island Palms, Holmes Beach, a 1,300 sfla 2bed/2bath condo with pool built in 1979 was sold 06/25/19, Hoschak Properties LLC to Wiebelhaus for $650,000; list $669,000.

501 75th St., Holmes Beach, a 1,598 sfla 2bed/3bath/1car canalfront pool home built in 1969 on a 10,800 sq ft lot was sold 07/02/19, Dinucci to 2 Bagger LLC for $600,000; list $699,000.

414 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria, a 1,794 sfla /

PLACE CLASSIFIED ADS ONLINE AT WWW.ISLANDER.ORG 2,080 sfur 4bed/2bath duplex with pool built in 1957 on a 7,540 sq ft lot was sold 06/26/19, Sequin to Pero for $597,400; list $635,000.

1325 gulf drive n., unit 258, tortuga, Bradenton Beach, a 1,320 sfla 2bed/2bath bayfront condo with shared pool built in 1976 was sold 06/18/19, Casa Cortez LLC to Marshall for $590,000; list $599,000.

2407 Ave. B, Bradenton Beach, a 1,650 sfla / 3,460 sfur 4bed/4bath duplex built in 1995 on a 5,000 sq ft lot was sold 06/25/19, Ivers to Lynch for $545,000.

401 Bay Palms Drive, Holmes Beach, a 1,564 sfla 2,092 sfur 2bed/2bath/1car home built in 1965 on a 10,985 sq ft lot was sold 07/02/19, Paszko to Sherrard for $540,000.

138 Crescent Drive, Anna Maria, a 1,274 sfla / 1,754 sfur 3bed/2bath home built in 1960 on a 7,700 sq ft lot was sold 07/01/19, Francis to Salman for $530,000; list $549,000.

237 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach, a 1,261 sfla / 1,871 sfur 2bed/2bath/2car home built in 1956 on a 7,500 sq ft lot was sold 06/24/19, Clark to Anderson for $450,000; list $485,000.

205 Peacock Lane, Holmes Beach, a 586 sfla 1bed/1bath condo with pool built in 1973 was sold 07/05/19, Peacock Hut LLC to Epstein for $425,000; list $425,000.

6250 Holmes Blvd., Unit 63, North Beach Village, Holmes Beach, a 1,224 sfla / 2,056 sfur 2bed/2½/1car condo with shared pool built in 1990 was sold 06/18/19, Zarodnansky to Florida Nameplate Inc. for $410,000; list $449,000.

1801 Gulf Drive N., Unit 105, Runaway Bay, Bradenton Beach, a 1,080 sfla / 1,140 sfur 2bed/2bath condo with shared pools built in 1978 was sold 06/28/19, Phinney to Butson for $355,000; list $369,000.

501 Gulf Drive N., Unit 209, Bridgeport, Bradenton Beach, a 1,128 sfla 2bed/2bath condo with shared pool built in 1982 was sold 06/21/19, Dubravec to Shumaker for $313,000; list $342,000.

117 Seventh St N., Unit 17, Bay View Terrace, Bradenton Beach, a 594 sfla / 642 sfur 1bed/1bath condo with shared pool built in 1973 was sold 06/26/19, Grohs to Haselow for $205,000; list $212,900.

Jesse Brisson, broker/associate at Gulf-Bay Realty of Anna Maria, can be reached at 941-778-7244.

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SERVICES Continued

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BIMINI BAY SAILING: Small sailboat rentals and instruction. Day. Week. Month. Sunfish, Laser, Windrider 17 and Precision 15. Call Brian at 941-685-1400.

BEACH SERVICE air conditioning, heat, refrigeration. Commercial and residential service, repair and/or replacement. Serving Manatee County and the Island since 1987. For dependable, honest and personalized service, call Bill Eller, 941-795-7411.

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ANNUAL RENTAL: 3BR/2BA at 7510 15th Ave. NW, Bradenton. Call 703-587-4675.

AMI WANNA GO Eco-tours. Dolphin, shell, ray and shark tours aboard our 24-foot pontoon, kids 6 and up. Or Grady-White charter fishing. Call Judy for info, 941-757-7246.

HELP WANTED SEEKING PART-TIME property manager for small beach resort on AMI. Customer service skills imperative. Knowledge of QuickBooks a definite plus! Occasional weekend days required with this position. E-mail resume to beckyjhardy1@ msn.com for consideration.

GROUNDSKEEPER POSITION AVAILABLE for resort on Anna Maria. Part-time hours with alternating week-ends. Email resume or self-description. More details: dashbara@ yahoo.com. Include your outdoor and/ or landscape knowledge, and noteworthy “handyman” work history.

HANDYMAN/CLEANER LOOKING for several men or women who want to grow with us. Hourly rate of $10 to $20 an hour, based on experience. Jay Pros, 941-962-2874.

KIDS FOR HIRE KIDS FOR HIRE ads are FREE for up to three weeks for Island youths under 16 looking for work. Ads must be placed in person at The Islander office, 3218 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach.

SERVICES U FLY I drive your car anywhere in the USA. Airport runs, anywhere. Office, 941-4476389. 941-545-6688.

RELAXING MASSAGE IN the convenience of your home or hotel. Massage by Nadia, more than 25 years on Anna Maria Island.

Call today for an appointment, 941-5188301. MA#0017550.MA#0017550.

LAWN & GARDEN CONNIE’S LANDSCAPING INC. Residential and commercial. Full-service lawn maintenance, landscaping, cleanups, hauling and more! Insured. 941-778-5294.

CLEANING: RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL, vacation rental. We also offer power washing for pavers and windows. 941-744-7983.

SINGING LESSONS: HOLMES Beach with experienced singer from New York. Learn breathing, relaxation, and strengthening techniques to gain vocal freedom and have fun! All styles. Text or call, 941-357-6186.

AIRPORT RIDES TO Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, from surrounding islands. Super rides, super fares. Call/text Anna, 941-9321600.

DO YOU NEED help repotting your plants?

Call Belinda’s Plant and Pet Care. Plant care.

Pet sitting in your home. 941-714- 5922.

BUSINESS-TO-BUSINESS JD’s Window Cleaning looking for storefront jobs in Holmes Beach. I make dirty windows sparkling clean.

941-920-3840.

ANYONE CAN TAKE a picture. A professional creates a portrait. I want to be at your wedding! www.jackelka.com. 941-778-2711.

CHRISTIE’S PLUMBING Family Owned and Operated since 1975

VAN-GO PAINTING residential/commercial, interior/exterior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island references. Bill, 941-795-5100. www.vangopainting.net.

TILE -TILE -TILE. All variations of ceramic tile supplied and installed. Quality workmanship, prompt, reliable, many Island references. Call Neil, 941-726-3077.

Landscape Design Lawn Care Cleanups Stone Paths Licensed and Insured

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Windows & Doors 941-730-5045 WEATHERSIDE LLC

Bed: A bargain!

King, Queen, Full & Twin, pre-owned from $30 new/used.

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GRIFFIN’S HOME IMPROVEMENTS Inc. Handyman, fine woodwork, countertops, cabinets and wood flooring. Insured and licensed. 941-722-8792.

JERRY’S HOME REPAIR: Carpentry, handyman, light hauling, pressure washing. Jack of all trades. Call 941-447-2198.

BLINDS, SHUTTERS, SHADES: Motorization. 30 years on AMI. Call Keith Barnett, Barnett Blinds, 941-730-0516.

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ISLAND HANDYMAN: I live here, work here, value your referral. Refinish, paint, tile. Just ask. JayPros. Licensed/insured. References.

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NEED A RIDE to airports? Tampa $65, St. Pete, $55, Sarasota, $30. Gary, 863-4095875. gvoness80@gmail.com.

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ANNUAL RENTAL: BRADENTON Beach, Bayview Terrace, one bedroom, bay in back, Gulf in front. Walk to everything, no smoking, no pets. $1,250/month unfurnished, $1,550/ month furnished. Call 603-969-6840.

VILLAGE GREEN VILLA: Annual rental by owner. 2BR/2BA, 2154 sf, two-car garage, unfurnished, full appliances, very clean.

Many updates, lake view, heated pool, over-55 residence. $1,900/month, first, last, security. $100 HOA application fee. Available now. Call Jim, 781-603-2861, jimreilly@ townisp.com.

SEASONAL RENTAL: ONE-level home, 4BR/2BA, pool, garage, exercise room, close to beach. 7808 Third Ave. W. Bradenton, 34209. Call 703-587-4675.

AVAILABLE RENTAL: October-April 2020.

2BR/2BA ground-level with carport and patio. Charming, plantation shutters. 1.5 blocks to Gulf beaches. Updated, granite countertops, recessed lighting, flat-screen TVs in each room. Must see! Anna Maria.

941-565-2373.

ANNUAL NW BRADENTON: 3BR/1BA (second bath coming). $1,500/month. Real Estate Mart, 941-356-1456.

ROOMMATE WANTED: 1BR/1BA. Owner gone two weeks/month. $900, plus half utilities. AMI 10 minutes. Deed restricted. Two cats only allowed in the sunroom, outside.

One sweet, quiet dachshund. 941-2240681.

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ANNUAL 3BR/2BA, BRADENTON Beach.

Great opportunity. Authentic island house, elevated, washer/dryer. Large Gulf-view porch! Fantastic location, $1,495/month, first, last, $1,000 deposit. Email info to thehummingmask@gmail.com. 941-778-1098 or 267-566-8577.

ANNUAL RENTAL: 2BR/2BA, Two-car garage, boat lift, indoor laundry room, newly remodeled, Key Royale. $3,000/month. 813624-2664.

HOLMES BEACH: 3BR2BA, caged pool.

Open concept, large kitchen. See on Zillow.

218 82nd St. $699,000. 813-390-5747.

ANNUAL STUDIO APARTMENT: 109 Fourth St., south Bradenton Beach. Stove and refrigerator. Small dog friendly, big yard.

Two blocks from Bridge Street. $850/month.

Call 813-892-4768.

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Marianne Norman-Ellis.

941.778.6696

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WATERFRONT ISLAND HOME: 3BR/2BA, two-car garage. Heated caged pool/spa.

Boat dock/lift. $699,900. Real Estate Mart, 941-356-1456.

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Newly remodeled 2BR/1BA half-duplex. Large pool and spa.

Short walk to beach, shops, restaurants, trolley. $1,400/week. Eileen, 732-492-6946.

DOUBLE-WIDE MOBILE HOME: 2BR/2BA, 8 miles to beach. $29,000 or best offer. Ask for JB, 941-356-1456.

TROPICAL WATERFRONT PARADISE: Anna Maria Island. 2BR/2BA, pool, boat lift, annual, $3,150/month. Call 941-704-7336 or 941-730-1086.

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