The Islander Newspaper E-Edition: Wednesday, June 21, 2017 by The Anna Maria Islander Newspaper

‘No’ retreat. 2

August opening. 4

Beans: ‘Anna Ma-rye-uh’ 15 JUNE 21, 2017 FREE

VOLUME 25, NO. 34

The Best News on Anna Maria Island Since 1992 AsTheWorldTerns spin out of control. 6 HB commission holds firm against giving more to center. 4

Op-Ed

The Islander editorial, reader letters. 6

10-20 YEARS AGO

Looking back. 7

DEP, Cortez stilt-house builder to meet. 8

Meetings

On the calendar. 8 Cortez Bridge study anticipation. 9

Happenings

Community activities, announcements. 10-11 HB discusses franchise ban. 13 County charter workshop held. 14 Bradenton Beach to keep lobbyist. 16

Gathering.. 18 Obituaries. 19

Streetlife.

Nighttime beachgoers disturbing nests. 22

Endless summer and sunscreen. 23

Center debt prompts board conﬂict, leadership turmoil

By Bianca Benedí islander reporter the center of anna maria island saw within the past two weeks two board officers resign, unresign and a board vote via email to replace its chair. on June 9, board chair Bill Shuman emailed vice chair patty mcBean announcing he wanted to step down. mcBean, who joined the board in october 2015, became interim chair upon Shuman’s resignation and called an emergency meeting June 12, seeking a vote of confidence. However, at the meeting, Shuman expressed a desire to retain Shuman his chair seat. according to mcBean’s notes from the meeting, Shuman was allowed to stay on as a board member. Jim froeschle also announced his resignation Zaccagnino as treasurer at the meet-

ing. But by June 14, froeschle had requested to be reinstated on the condition that the board vote to remove mcBean as chair and replace her with former Lessig Holmes Beach commissioner david Zaccagnino, who had been added as a board member april 26. froeschle circulated the email calling for the vote to remove mcBean as chair. Froeschle June 12 was Zaccagnino’s first meeting since joining the board. But first on the agenda June 12, McBean outlined a short-term plan to improve the center’s financial situation, according to her notes. By May, the center’s deficit had reached more than $250,000, a pattern froeschle claimed in previous meetings would continue without additional government funding.

By Sandy ambrogi islander reporter all three cities on anna maria island said no to medical marijuana dispensaries. But anna maria’s largest restaurant operator has quite another take on the matter. ed chiles, owner of a trio of restaurants — Sandbar restaurant in anna maria, Beach House in Bradenton Beach and mar Vista dockside restaurant Chiles and pub on Longboat Key — will soon hold a share in one of a handful of marijuana cultivation licenses issued by the florida department of Health. all he lacks is the governor’s signature

on the bill. chiles has partnered with 3 Boys farms of ruskin and, after an almost 18-monthlong legal ordeal to name five growers in all of florida, 3 Boys emerged victorious in a may ruling by administrative Law Judge John Van Laningham. Laningham ruled alpha foliage, known as Surterra therapeutics, should have been ineligible to receive an initial operator license in 2015, due to a change of ownership. on may 23, Laningham recommended the florida department of Health award a license to 3 Boys farm and plants of ruskin. 3 Boys farms, a competitor in the initial medical marijuana license selection, was virtually tied in the scoring used to determine the awards, but lost to alpha for the rights to the Southwest florida region, which includes manatee and Sarasota counties. chiles, along with ted Laroche, who holds other investment interests with chiles, bought into the ruskin farm in 2013 as nonmajority partners. the organic growing operation has been awarded the governor’s environmental Leadership award and is the pLeaSe See Farm page 3

Local restaurateur farms medicinal ‘greens’

1 soccer team chases perfection. 24 Summer fishing. 25 Chamber warns of tech-support scam. 26 Real estate sales. 27 Classifieds. 28

www.islander.org

3 Boys Farm in Ruskin logo and website project a hippie vibe. Islander Courtesy Graphic

ZAGAT “Top Restaurants in America”

941-778-6444 www.BeachBistro.com

Crafted Cocktails

941-213-9926

www.DoctorsOfficeAMI.com

mcBean and others were critical about the continued spending in view of past months’ losses and, subsequently, the department heads offered to substantially cut their budgets. mcBean said her short-term plan included placing endowment funds that were already withdrawn in escrow, implementing an immediate hiring freeze, a requirement that purchases and employee terminations be approved by board members, and a request pLeaSe See CeNter page 5

Sean Murphy, left, and Rex Hagen in January 2016 at the Beach Bistro in Holmes Beach. Islander Photo: Bonner Joy

Island altruist, legend Hagen, 89, dies

Just days from his 90th birthday and a celebration planned by friends to toast rex Hagen’s many years of friendship and generosity, Hagen died June 17. Hagen and his late wife Helen were major contributors on anna maria island, having funded tennis courts at the then-anna maria island community center in the 1970s, and again funding a rehab of the courts at the center of anna maria island in 2016. rex and Helen helped fund the skate park in Holmes Beach and, more recently, he donated money for improvements at city pier park in anna maria, although, due to controversy over city funding restrictions, the money was returned. He and Helen were annual donors for many years to the city of Holmes Beach, with funding earmarked for recreation. in recent years, he served on the center board of directors and gave generously. more recently, he signed on as Sean murphy’s first partner in the Doctor’s Office — a craft bar in Holmes Beach. For more, see obituary, page 19.

Florida Trend “Best New” Restaurant

941-778-0411 www.eathereflorida.com

2 n JuNE 21, 2017 n THE ISLANDER

AM commissioner stands firm against Bert Harris settlements Nancy Yetter stands June 8 outside Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, before a city commission meeting. Islander Photo: Bianca Benedí

go to court to get a judgment.… the commission voted 4-1 against it.” at that time, Yetter was in the majority vote, but she’s since changed her mind. “i think we’ve done a disservice to the residents and to the city,” she said. “to me, you don’t give up before you really know if you have a chance to win the battle.” plus, Yetter said, some of the claims have been dubious. “When people can file a Bert Harris claim on a vacant piece of property … i’m suspicious.” Understanding Bert Harris in anna maria in april 2016, the city of anna maria’s new vacation rental ordinance went into effect. the ordinance limits short-term vacation rental owners to eight occupants and requires owners to pay an annual vacation license fee. Soon after adoption, the Bert Harris claims began flooding the city.

To date, 112 claims have been filed. the Bert Harris Jr. private property protection act of 1995 provides property owners relief if they can prove a government action lowered the value of a property. claimants must provide appraisals to establish value and the settlement amount and, in lieu of a cash payments, can either fully or partly restore the rights that existed before the prohibitions. Property owners in Anna Maria filed claims on the basis that the occupancy restriction limited their income. the city responded on an individual basis with offers to partially restore property owners’ rights. Becky Vose, city attorney, has been drafting settlement agreements that offer those who filed Bert Harris claims occupancies of eight to 16 people. the city also made and rescinded one purchase offer, while another purchase offer is in negotiations.

Unique Pet Portraits

Composited images printed to stretched canvas

6HOƓHV Sunsets PRINTS FROM

By Bianca Benedí islander reporter nancy Yetter almost always the lone “no” vote against anna maria’s Bert Harris settlements, and she’s fine with it. It’s about the message. to date, 84 of 112 Bert Harris claims made against the city of anna maria have been settled or are waiting for a final signature, while 28 are in negotiation. So far, virtually all of the claimants have been granted a higher occupancy rate. and almost every time the city attorney has presented the settlement offers to the commission, Yetter has voted “no.” only once, in January, did she approve a settlement. She wasn’t always the only one — former Commissioner Chuck Webb joined her until he left office, and commissioner carol carter has joined her on three votes. But their votes failed to halt approval of the settlements. rejecting Bert Harris settlements, Yetter says, was a campaign promise. She was re-elected in november 2016, garnering the most votes of the three candidates competing for two seats on the commission. “To me, it feels like we gave up without a fight,” Yetter said. “and that’s not my personality. i’m kind of like the junkyard dog. until you show me exactly why something can’t be done, I’ll keep fighting until somebody proves me wrong.” in addition, Yetter said, a home rental generally includes a total cost for the rental for a specified period with a maximum occupancy, rather than a per-head payment. “and here it’s the total opposite, the more people the more money. i think it’s wrong,” she said. Yetter said the commission should have more aggressively pursued seeking a declaratory judgment, as Webb suggested. “according to our comprehensive plan and landuse regulations, commercial businesses in residential zones are illegal,” she said. “(Webb) thought we should

THE ISLANDER n June 21, 2017 n 3

Farm continued from page 1 first nutrient-film technique hydroponic operation in the United States to be USDA-certified organic. Also in 2013, Chiles signed a long-term lease on the Gamble Creek Farm in Parish, where they grow vegetables, fruits and herbs for use in his restaurants. Chiles stated he has no current plans to grow cannabis at Gamble Creek and that he will continue with his “farm-to-fork” mission, providing fresh, local ingredients to consumers. In 2014, the state propagated the rules for cannabis operations and decided to issue five licenses — one for each of five state regions. Requirements are far from easy — or affordable. Nurseries must have been in continuous operation for 30 years with a minimum of 400,000 plants. Applicants must be able to prove they can manage “huge” startup expenses, without the risk of bankruptcy within the first two years. Estimated bills for startups are usually around $2 million, with an initial $63,000 non-refundable deposit fee. In addition, bonds must be renewed yearly. The grow licenses are significant assets, as they are tied to the dispensaries for cannabis distribution. Each grower may open 25 dispensaries in their area, and more, if they work collectively with other growers. In November 2016, a Florida constitutional amendment legalized medical marijuana for a broad vista of patients with debilitating diseases, enabling current grow license holders to automatically be eligible to grow and dispense pot products for a much larger base. Robert and Deborah Tornello of 3 Boys posted June 13 on the business Facebook page that “in the months ahead, we’ll begin posting pics of what we’ve all been waiting for — Florida’s first all-organically grown medical cannabis crop from an all-Floridian operated grow.” When asked in a phone interview June l6 about his involvement in the venture, Chiles said he felt it would not have a negative effect on his restaurants or

Snowy plover takes ‘1st steps’ in Holmes Beach

Photographer Cynthia Herrick of Maryland, a regular visitor to Anna Maria Island, captured photos of a newly hatched snowy plover with its mother. With her photo submission to The Islander, named “First Steps,” Herrick wrote, “I was very fortunate to capture the recent plover hatching on the beach near 79th Street. It was amazing to watch the plover chicks take their first steps and gain their strength. Their interaction with both of their parents and siblings was priceless.” Islander Courtesy Photo his image. “The people of Florida have spoken very loudly. A resounding majority voted to support medical marijuana. Attitudes have changed,” Chiles said. “This has been interesting to say the least,” he said of the past three years in the grow process. “But I don’t have a crystal ball” for what the future holds. Chiles also reiterated his feelings on medical marijuana becoming available in Florida. “I am glad to see that folks who can benefit from cannabis can now get it. We know in certain conditions it helps, but this will also aid in research and we will

SUNSET CRUISES DOLPHIN TOURS

JOIN US on the ANNA MARIA EXPLORER for a romantic sunset cruise or educational dolphin tour!

TOURS LEAVE DAILY! 11 AM, 2 PM and SUNSET Adult: $25 Kids: $15 Seniors: $20 PRIVATE TOURS AVAILABLE

es!

r all ag

o Great f

GO2DOLP

HINS.COM

Experience our breathtaking SUNSET on a relaxing cruise. Sunset Tours are 90-minutes long and fun for the whole family

TOURS SUNSET he on t LORER RIA EXP s A M A N AN Adult $5 OFF

BEER AND WINE SERVED ABOARD

CALL OR BOOK ONLINE TODAY! 941-778-2288 GO2DOLPHINS.COM 402 CHURCH AVE., BRADENTON BEACH

be able to conduct studies.” Chiles said Tornello will be in charge of dispensaries when the crop eventually becomes available. The 3 Boys Farm plans to begin production of medical marijuana within 30 days of the governor’s signature hitting the bill. But for now, Chiles will have to be content with restaurants on Anna Maria Island and Tornello will have to put those dispensaries somewhere other than Anna Maria, Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach. To which Chiles simply replied, “No comment. I’m not concerned with that.”

4 n JuNE 21, 2017 n THE ISLANDER

Holmes Beach holds firm against further giving to center

By terry o’connor islander reporter the hot discussion item at the Holmes Beach city commission meeting June 13 was on the cutting-room floor when all was said and done in the chamber at city hall, 5801 marina drive. funding for the center of anna maria island was listed for discussion under new business until commissioner Jean peelen questioned it. “i don’t understand why it’s back on the agenda when it’s already been decided,” peelen said. peelen’s motion to remove the topic from the agenda carried by a 4-1 vote, with only commission chair Judy titsworth objecting. the commission voted in april to give $10,000 to the center despite having budgeted $45,000. “our $10,000 allocation so far this year should at least be topped up to the budgeted amount,” mayor Bob Johnson wrote in a report to the commission before the meeting. “the city has an obligation to meet our parks and recreation facilities and services obligations of our comprehensive plan.” it’s the lowest funding allocation from the city for the center since it began supporting the nonprofit operation in fiscal year 1998-99. In the past eight years, commissioners allocated $22,500-$22,542 for the center. titsworth said she placed center funding back on the agenda because questions were raised and more information became available. the other commissioners disagreed and refused to again discuss center funding. after the topic was removed from the agenda, center executive director Kristen Lessig and treasurer Jim froeschle left the meeting, which was attended

The Holmes Beach Commission meeting June 12 at city hall included an exchange between Chair Judy Titsworth, second from left, and Commissioner Jean Peelen, fourth from left, over funding for the Center of Anna Maria Island. Others, from left, are Mayor Bob Johnson, Commissioners Pat Morton, Marvin Grossman and Carol Soustek. Islander Photo: Terry O’Connor by about a dozen people. they said they had hoped to speak on behalf of increased funding. “i’m really disappointed by the hate i see up here,” froeschle said, while staring at the commissioners before exiting city hall. “i am ashamed,” titsworth said. “they deserved to be heard.” the center offers an array of services for anna maria island and funding provided by Holmes Beach is minuscule, said Lessig. “they sent a message,” she said. “they aren’t supporting the community center.” froeschle said the fact most commissioners weren’t willing to again discuss funding for the center is “despicable.” “they can’t afford to provide the services we do,”

he said in an interview outside city hall. “this will blow back on them.” the center, 407 magnolia ave., anna maria, offers fitness, education and cultural programs. center fundraising, however, has fallen critically short for the past eight years. The deficit for the 2016-17 fiscal year, which ends June 30, had grown to $240,000 at the end of march. it is likely the center will lose more than $200,000 when the fiscal year ends June 30, according to Froeschle. the center has lost more than $200,000 annually since the new building opened in 2009, he said. “i thought the commission was supposed to make decisions for the good of the community,” froeschle said. “What they just did is kill funding for a major attraction for residents.”

Waterline resort targets August opening in Holmes Beach By terry o’connor islander reporter the Waterline marina resort & Beach club plans to begin offering its brand of old-florida charm in Holmes Beach in august. Several projected opening dates have been pushed back — now to August — by “unforeseeable construction delays,” according to Waterline developers mainsail Lodging and development of tampa. Waterline, 5325 marina drive, plans a soft opening aug. 16. it is taking reservations starting aug. 30. rooms at the $29 million waterfront boutique resort will start at less than $300 per night and range up to roughly $700 nightly. angie Birdwell, permit technician in the Holmes Beach building department, said Waterline permits include a $169,724 permit for the central lounge and east and west wings, with a build cost of $9,946,029; a $41,569 Zinck permit for building B, which cost $1,646,354; a $2,782 permit for the $87,300 pool; and an $897 permit for the $27,500 irrigation system. the total revenue for the city building department from permits is $214,972. the build cost for the permits is $11,707,183. Collier Joe collier, president of mainsail Lodging & Development, acknowledged an affiliation with the marriott Hotel chain, which manages Waterline reservations, but indicated the resort should not be classified as a franchise. “We are an independently owned and managed boutique luxury resort, which will be a part of the autograph collection,” collier said in an email. “autograph is one of 30 brands that exist under marriott international, including ritz-carlton, edition and the Luxury collection.” the full-service resort features 37 two-bedroom suites and kitchens, a 50-slip marina, 2,000 square feet of meeting space, gourmet dining at eliza ann’s coastal Kitchen and, of course, a swimming pool and deck. general manager Sandy Zinck was appointed in november 2015 to oversee day-to-day operations and hire support staff. Zinck said she’s hired 35 employees and is still

property. a previously announced partnership between Waterline and mote marine Laboratory and aquarium is not yet underway, collier emailed. “We don’t have a formal agreement in place,” collier stated. Waterline marina resort envisions an educational partnership with mote, which will include a variety of eco-experiences. “mote is pleased with the opportunity to partake in an educational partnership with Waterline,” said michael crosby, president and ceo of mote, in announcing the partnership. Waterline has an ongoing community partnership with anna maria island turtle Watch & Shorebird monitoring. the program includes the release of a loggerhead turtle, “eliza ann,” through the tour de turtles. for the program, amitW was planning the week of June 21 to tag and then track a nesting sea turtle as she returns to the gulf of mexico.

Waterline Marina Resort & Beach Club at a glance Roof work is underway on the Waterline Marina Resort & Beach Club in Holmes Beach — now expected to open in August. Islander Photo: Terry O’Connor looking to employ cooks, kitchen help and housekeepers. the delayed opening upset at least a couple of people who had reserved rooms, according to online reviews, but Zinck says those issues have been sorted. Waterline tried to help guests whose reservations could not be honored find accommodations at other Anna maria island locations, she said. Waterline is Zinck’s second consecutive new facility. She came to mainsail Lodging from d.p. murphy Hotels & resorts in her hometown of moncton in new Brunswick, canada, where she worked eight years. most recently, she was general manager at four points by Sheraton moncton, where she was project manager before its opening in 2015. during her time with d.p. murphy, Zinck also was general manager of future inns Hotel & conference centre, where she directed operations of the 128-room

groundbreaking: oct. 15, 2015. developers: mainsail Lodging & development of tampa. target opening date: aug. 30 with soft open aug. 16. address: 5325 marina drive, Holmes Beach. room rates: $289-$689. amenities: full-service resort featuring boutique waterfront hotel with 37 two-bedroom suites and kitchens, 50-slip marina, 2,000 square feet of meeting space, eliza ann’s coastal Kitchen and swimming pool. partners on the project: outside designers cooper Johnson Smith architects & town planners of tampa, and inside designers orlandobased L2 Studios. financing: centennial Bank and gulfShore Bank. Sister hotels: epicurean Hotel in tampa’s Hyde park, Scrub island resort, Spa & marina in the British Virgin islands and mainsail Beach inn, 66th Street, Holmes Beach. Website: waterlineresort.com.

THE ISLANDER n JuNE 21, 2017 n 5

CeNter continued from page 1 for executive director Kristen Lessig to cut the future budget by $20,000 monthly. it also included a request for copies of all center bank and credit card statements within 48 hours, a request to review credit card statements regularly in the future and a request that the board review employee benefit packages. And although the board affirmed her plan, it was not fulfilled, mcBean said. She had not received records or passwords for access to financial accounts by June 19. at the June 12 meeting, the board also developed a budget committee and an audit committee to pursue improving the center’s financial records. Zaccagnino said the meeting became contentious and that board members did not necessarily understand the plan being proposed, adding most members later disagreed that mcBean’s plan was approved. He said no votes were taken at the meeting. Lessig said the contents of the minutes were in dispute because several board members walked out of the meeting. Within a day of the meeting, mcBean reported to the board in an email that former board member mike Coleman — who attended and took part in the discussion at the June 12 meeting — requested a private meeting with her. according to mcBean’s account, coleman asked her to resign as chair, claiming it would provide more stability and that she would put the center at “extreme risk” by staying. coleman also offered to provide $10,000 to the center on the condition that she step down, according to mcBean.

coleman declined June 18 to comment on the record. on June 16, an email vote distributed by froeschle resulted in a 10-4 vote to remove mcBean from the role of chair. She remains on the board. McBean the center’s bylaws state that a board vote can be taken electronically, but must be approved at the next board meeting. Zaccagnino, who issued a disclaimer that he’s only attended one board meeting thus far, said he believes there’s a lot of confusion Coleman regarding the board’s future but “everyone wants the same thing.” “I think everyone wants to focus on the financials, liability and strength of the center. it’s just how to get there,” he said, that people are disagreeing on. “i was put on the board to try to help with the government and use my knowledge that way,” Zaccagnino said. if everyone agrees on my stepping up as chair, “i’ll do that,” he said. “the most important thing is the center. i think it’s on the right path right now. this is just one of those board things that happened where there’s differences of opinion, but everyone wants the same thing.” after the meeting, the islander joined mcBean in requesting financial records June 14 from Lessig based on numerous claims that center credit cards were being misused. the newspaper received no response regarding the record request from Lessig as of June 19. furthermore, froeschele indicated to the board that, as treasurer, he did not scrutinize spending. estimates are the center will be more than $300,000 in the red by the end of June and some board members and Lessig are proposing taking a substantial amount of money — $200,000-$250,000 — from the endowment fund to make up the deficit and for operations. Zaccagnino said he expected access to the center’s online accounts and signing authority over the week-

end — June 17-18. When asked about newspaper access to the center’s financial records, Zaccagnino said he spoke to Bradenton attorney Scott rudacille, who said the center’s financial records are not covered under Florida’s Sunshine Law. But the newspaper and the city of anna maria have received legal advice that contradicts rudacille’s opinion. anna maria mayor dan murphy said June 16 his city attorney differs with Zaccagnino’s opinion. Murphy said the center’s financial records, including spending and expenses, are public record. The open meeting laws require discussion of financial matters be open to the public. murphy said a february 2016 letter was provided to Lessig asserting the center records are public and, while he did not receive a response acknowledging the letter, records were provided. Zaccagnino said the center would be prepared to discuss its financial status in more detail after the board completes the 2017-18 fiscal budget, which he said will scale the center budget back to “live within its means.” mcBean’s short-term plan included the same request for scaling back expenses. the next center meeting will be at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 21, at the center, 407 magnolia ave. Budget discussions are planned at that meeting and June 28. The new fiscal year begins July 1. Lessig said the June 21 meeting may or may not be public, depending on where the board is in the budget process. She also said that mcBean and Shuman were to be granted access to the credit card accounts by monday, June 19. Click! the islander welcomes news of the milestones in readers’ lives — weddings, anniversaries, births, obituaries, travels and other events. Submit notices and photographs with detailed captions — along with complete contact information — to news@islander.org.

2017 Parade of Homes Overall Winner*

PHASE 1 - Over 50% Sold

New Condominium Homes | Resort Style Amenities | From The Low $300’s • Gated community overlooking Palma Sola Bay • Conveniently located 5 miles from the beaches, Downtown Bradenton and Robinson Preserve • Resort style amenities and luxurious clubhouse • Private covered parking and storage *2017 Winner in these categories: Best Overall Development; Best Overall Islamorada; Best Overall - Key Largo; Best Master Suite & Best Architectural Detail - Key Largo; Best Kitchen & Best Floor Plan - Islamorada.

Call 941-845-6991 today! Models Open

Mon. - Sat.: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Sun.: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

www.PalmaSolaBayClub.com 3410 77th St. W., Bradenton, FL, 34209

6 n JuNE 21, 2017 n THE ISLANDER

Opinion

Our

Center shame

The community center — however you wish to name it, Youth center or center of anna maria island — is now in more serious trouble than five years ago when we rallied in the center gym, brainstorming fundraising ideas and looking for solutions. trouble was, we should have been looking for spending cuts. Big cuts. there were people in denial when they heard the center had been operating in the red for eight years — and that was five years ago. It’s now worse than we ever thought. for the past three years, the board has thrown a Hail mary pass to wriggle free from its $220K-plus debt at the end of the fiscal year. Last year, they squeaked by with a Bp oil spill payout. the board this year is withdrawing some $250K to make up for losses from its endowment fund, but by what shenanigans is unknown. it wont’ fully satisfy what is expected to be $300K$350K by the end of the fiscal year June 30. and it won’t pay for operations in the coming year. and how did the center arrive at a $300,000-plus deficit in one year? By spending. unparalleled spending. unchecked spending. maybe a company like publix can serve as an example. they hire mostly part-time employees, which limits benefits. maybe small businesses can offer insight. most businesses on Anna Maria Island must show a profit or the mom-and-pop owners can’t buy groceries. the business can’t survive. So what do the tough do when the going gets tough? Tighten up. Spend less. Cut benefits. Cut hours. cut expenses. cut salaries. cut from the top. the center staff and board apparently did not do enough. and some of the fault lies with the board and the officers, who apparently don’t want to be bothered with daily operations. the treasurer, for instance, admits to not having scrutinized spending. this past week resulted in a standoff for the board. He said. She said. You’re out. You’re in. they still don’t know where the money went. But for certain, leadership that results in repeated losses of $300K a year amounts to gross negligence. and there is yet an underlying question of morality. once upon a time we had a youth center. — Bonner Joy

JUNE 21, 2017 • Vol. 25, No. 34 ▼ ▼

▼

▼ ▼

▼

Publisher and Editor Bonner Joy, news@islander.org Editorial Lisa Neff, copy editor Sandy Ambrogi, sandy@islander.org Bianca Benedí, bianca@islander.org Joe Bird, editorial cartoonist Kevin Cassidy, kevin@islander.org Jack Elka, jack@jackelka.com ChrisAnn Silver Esformes, chrisann@islander.org Susan Huppert Terry O’Connor, terryo@islander.org Kathy Prucnell, kathyp@islander.org Ed Scott, edscott@islander.org Contributors Jesse Brisson Karen Riley-Love Capt. Danny Stasny, ﬁsh@islander.org Advertising Director Toni Lyon, toni@islander.org Office Staff Lisa Williams, manager Janice Dingman accounting@islander.org classiﬁeds@islander.org subscriptions@islander.org Distribution Urbane Bouchet Judy Loden Wasco Ross Roberts (All others: news@islander.org)

Single copies free. Quantities of five or more: 25 cents each. ©1992-2017 • Editorial, sales and production ofﬁces: 3218 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach FL 34217 WEBSITE: www.islander.org PHONE 941-778-7978 toll-free fax 1-866-362-9821

Opinion

Your

Managing at city hall

the city commission has voted in favor of appointing an ad hoc committee to pursue a proposal to change our charter. the mayor of Holmes Beach has one objective and that is to change to a city-manager form of government. as a steward of this city, this makes me uncomfortable. Sure, in a perfect world a city manager could be great. But in the city of Holmes Beach, is there a real need? could there be other options, for instance, leave the charter alone and add an administrator? the other question that i ask is if this proposed change in charter ordinance prevails at the polls, can we afford it without raising taxes? We have a fiduciary responsibility to our constituents to know the answers to these questions. Historically, mayors have run for office after serving many years as a commissioner. this job would come a lot easier to someone with experience. We had a seasoned, qualified candidate just last election. the people spoke and voted in a mayor with no political experience. ever since taking office, the mayor has been pushing for a city manager, not an administrator, and wants him or her to be hired before his term is up. What are the factual issues or problems with our current charter? i’m hearing lack of consistency, and fear we may not find a willing mayor before the next election. Have we ever had a problem finding a mayor? if the lack of administrative skills prevents a leader from running for office, then hire an administrator. I questioned the mayor on what issues he was having difficulty with and never received an answer. as chair, i would like to share my concerns. the only way to do it is to be frank. When we are proposing changing an established way of governing the community has embraced for

the past 65 years, a discussion on the current problems need to be had followed by discussions on solutions. Our city office has not grown: We have the same number of departments. to serve the number of people visiting our island everyday requires more indians, and in my humble opinion, not more chiefs. We have very competent department heads and each department has structure. our no. 1 goal should continue to be to not raise taxes. a $150,000-plus city manager will have a profound effect on the budget. Yes, times are good right now and property values are up, but this won’t last forever. in summary, a proposal to change our form of government should not be taken lightly or on the whim of a new mayor or commission to combat struggles of a term or two in office. not every term of government is going to run smoothly. if commissioners do not have the ear of the mayor, then we struggle. although we can still perform our job, it makes it more difficult and not nearly as enjoyable. our charter gives us the tools needed to do our jobs effectively and our departments to manage themselves. no structural arrangement for government will insure effective leadership. the person who occupies the office must understand the nature of the job — its possibilities, interdependencies and limitations — and have the personal inclination, energy and talent to exercise necessary leadership. i appreciate the fact that as a registered voter in this city, i have a voice in selecting our leader. unfortunately, with the formation of this committee, this train has left the station. Judy Holmes Titsworth, Holmes Beach Commission chair editor’s note: With the city budget reaching $12mplus, the islander supports the city manager study.

THE ISLANDER n JuNE 21, 2017 n 7

As the salad turns

Diners at Pete Reynard’s Yacht Club restaurant sample from the revolving salad bar. The restaurant in Holmes Beach featured a revolving dining room, the Compass Room and a bar, the Mermaid Room, known for its fish-eye view of swimming mermaids. The image is dated 1978. Islander Photo: Manatee County Public Library

Lesson plan

Plans, circa 1955, show Anna Maria Island Elementary School in Holmes Beach, including a screened porch, dressing room and “can wash.” Islander Photo: Manatee County Public Library

10&20 years ago

In the headlines: June 18, 1997

• Anna Maria’s postmaster announced fees would be eliminated for post office boxes for anna maria and cortez residents using their local post offices. The postmaster said, “Everyone is guaranteed one form of free mail delivery in this country.” • Protesters under the banner of Concerned citizens of Holmes Beach demonstrated against the city commission’s consideration of a proposal to erect a cell tower on private property in the 5900 block of marina drive. • Fire destroyed the Surfing World shop on Cortez Road in the fishing village. Fire officials estimated damage in excess of $300,000, which exceeded insurance coverage on the popular retail store. • Volunteers with the group monitoring the beaches for nesting sea turtle activity reported that a “peg-legged” sea turtle had crawled on to shore at least eight times in less than two months. the turtle, with three legs and a stump, left unique tracks on the beach.

In the headlines: June 20, 2007

Archived online

All editions of the newspaper — since 1992 — can be found online in the University of Florida digital newspaper collection at ufdc.ufl. edu.

Click!

the islander welcomes news of the milestones in readers’ lives — weddings, anniversaries, travels and other events. Send notices and photographs with detailed captions — along with complete contact information to news@islander.org.

We’d love to mail you the news!

• Manatee County commissioners voted to ban congregating in parking lots at county beaches and parks, adopting an ordinance requested by the police chief and other officials in Bradenton Beach following a gang-related shooting at coquina Beach. • Founders and “friends” of Legacy Inc. nonprofit were raising money for a campaign to build a 2,500-seat performing arts pavilion at coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach.

YOUR COMPLETE CASUAL FURNITURE STORE

We mail the islander weekly for a nominal $54 per year. We also offer online e-edition subscriptions — a page-by-page view of the weekly news for only $36 per year, but you must sign up online. it’s the best way to stay in touch with what’s happening on anna maria island. We bring you all the news about three city governments, community happenings, people features and special events … even real estate transactions … everything you need if your “heart is on anna maria island.” if you don’t live here year-round, use this form to subscribe by (snail) mail for yourself or someone else. (Sorry, we do not suspend mail subscriptions — you get The Islander free while you’re here!)

BULK MAIL U.S. SUBSCRIPTION (allow 2 weeks for every week’s delivery) ❑ 1 year: $54

❑ 3-6 Months: $36

❑ 1-3 Months: $24

U.S. FIRST CLASS AND CANADIAN MAIL SUBSCRIPTION ❑ 3-6 Months: $98 ❑ 1-3 Months: $54 ❑ 1 year: $160 ❑ Single Issue: $5 FIRST CLASS MAIL, U.S. ONLY, maximum four weeks MAIL TO: ______________________________________________________________ ADDRESS _____________________________________________________________ CITY ____________________________ STATE __________ ZIP _________________ Credit card: ❏ d

❏ u No.

We offer Rattan and Wicker tropical-style indoor and outdoor furniture, for island and coastal looks.

UÊ iÀ V> >`iÊ ÕÀ ÌÕÀi UÊ ÕÃÌ Ê"À`iÀÃÊ7i V i UÊ > ÞÊ"Ü i`ÊEÊ"«iÀ>Ìi` UÊ ` ÀÊEÊ"ÕÌ` ÀÊ7 V iÀ

___________________________________________

Name shown on card: _____________________________ Exp. Date ___________ Credit card billing address: ______________________________________________ MAIL START DATE: _____________________________________________________

THE BEST NEWS ON ANNA MARIA ISLAND — SINCE 1992 3218 E. Bay Drive • Holmes Beach FL 34217

CHARGE BY PHONE 941.778.7978 ONLINE (secure server) www.islander.org E-MAIL subscriptions@islander.org

-* Ê - ,Ê" ,t

$50 OFF > ÞÊ«ÕÀV >ÃiÊ vÊfxääÊ ÀÊ Ài $100 OFF > ÞÊ«ÕÀV >ÃiÊ vÊf£]äääÊ ÀÊ Ài *WITH THIS AD. Not valid with any other offer or on prior purchases. Expires June 28, 2017

VISIT OUR 8,000+ SF SHOWROOM 6807 14TH ST. W., BRADENTON (across from Alex Karras Lincoln)

{£ Çxx äÓÎxÊUÊÜÜÜ°yÊ À `> i> `«>Ì °V

8 n June 21, 2017 n THE ISLANDER

Builder of stilt house in Cortez-state waters sets DEP meeting

By Kathy Prucnell Islander Reporter A June 21 meeting has been set for the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to continue its investigation into a house built on stilts in the waterway not far from the A.P. Bell Fish Co. docks. Raymond “Junior” Guthrie and Capt. Tom Mora told The Islander in mid-May they built the structure. The DEP determined the state owns the submerged land beneath the house and Guthrie is the owner of the structure. The house was built 300-400 feet from A.P. Bell Fish Company docks where it requires “certain authorizations,” according to Shannon Herbon, DEP media relations spokeswoman. An investigator viewed the property from the shore May 25 and requested the meeting with Guthrie following interviews and a review of historical aerial photographs, permits and a title search. “Future actions and the need for any further inspections will be determined after this meeting occurs,” Herbon wrote in a June 16 email. The land beneath the Guthrie-Mora structure has never been leased, according to Herbon, but DEP title research identified an expired lease for three docks on nearby state-owned submerged land at the water’s edge of A.P. Bell’s property. The state released its interest in the submerged land under one of the docks in 2004 to Bell. Karen Bell, owner of A.P. Bell, declined comment when asked June 12 whether she would favor Guthrie’s structure becoming part of her lease.

Another photo of the Cortez stilt house shows the proximity to the A.P. Bell Fish Company. Islander File Photo: Kathy Prucnell

Rehab fails

Gail Straight of Wildlife Inc. holds a roseate spoonbill found injured June 7 near a retention pond in a gated area behind the Cortez Cultural Center. The rescue was reported in the June 14 edition of The Islander. Straight took the bird to her rehab center in Bradenton Beach but, she reported, efforts to save the spoonbill failed. Islander Photo: Kathy Prucnell

NOTE: The Islander office has moved to 3218 E. Bay Drive next to Walgreens.

A house built over the water offshore of the Cortez fishing docks is being investigated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Islander Photo: Kathy Prucnell

According to the DEP, Guthrie said the current house is the third time he’s built a structure in that location without a lease or permit. Guthrie was told to stop construction. Wooden shacks on stilts, called net camps used in the early 1900s for net storage and, in some cases as living quarters, peppered the shores of the fishing village. Most were destroyed by storms, including a 1935 hurricane. Mora said he and Guthrie were using the house as a workshop and to “not let the whole thing go to waste.” Guthrie said he planned to conduct seagrass experiments “to help the sea life around here.” A neighbor and longtime Cortez historian, Mary Fulford Green, said Guthrie’s been living in a houseboat adjacent to the Fulford fish house. She also claimed the liveaboard residence violates a Manatee County ordinance. Guthrie “has to have a place to live,” Green said, adding she believes he constructed the house in the water to live in. Linda Molto said she understood the pilings under the new structure had once been removed. She added

Meetings Anna Maria City • June 22, 6 p.m., city commission. • July 4, 1 p.m., city-sponsored Fourth of July celebration, City Pier Park, North Bay Boulevard and Pine Avenue. • July 11, 4 p.m., planning and zoning. • July 13, 6 p.m., city commission. • July 27, 6 p.m., city commission. • Aug. 8, 4 p.m., planning and zoning. • Aug. 10, 6 p.m., city commission. • Aug. 24, 6 p.m., city commission. • Sept. 12, 4 p.m., planning and zoning. • Sept. 14, 6 p.m., city commission. • Sept. 28, 6 p.m., city commission. Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 941708-6130, cityofannamaria.com.

only one net camp — the one originally built by Joe Capo and Kurt Johns and rebuilt by the Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage a short distance east of the new structure — has existed during the past 30 years. In a June 7 letter asking Guthrie to arrange the meeting with a DEP investigator, the southwest district director, Mary E. Yeargan, stated “to authorize construction of this type of structure,” Guthrie would have to apply for a permit and authorization to use sovereign submerged land. It also stated the following rules and laws apply to building on state land: • Activities are limited to water-dependent activities in the public interest. • Stilt houses, boathouses with living quarters or residential structures are prohibited. • Structures listed or eligible for a state or federal designation as a historic place having a submerged lands lease or a grandfathered use to such lands until Jan. 1, 1998, shall have the right to continue submerged land leases. As of mid-June, the DEP investigation is “still working to determine any requirements or exemptions for this structure,” according to Herbon. Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 941-708-5800, holmesbeachfl.org. West Manatee Fire Rescue • None announced. WMFR administration building, 6417 Third Ave. W., Bradenton, wmfr.org. Manatee County • July 25, 9 a.m., county commission. • Aug. 1, 9 a.m., county commission (budget). • Aug. 3, 9 a.m., county commission (land use). • Aug. 8, 9 a.m., county commission. • Aug. 16, 9 a.m., county commission (land use). • Aug. 22, 9 a.m., county commission. Administration building, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, 941-748-4501, mymanatee.org.

Bradenton Beach Of interest • June 21, 1 p.m., planning and zoning. • June 21, 2 p.m., Coalition of Barrier Island Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., Elected Officials, Longboat Key Town Hall. 941-778-1005, cityofbradentonbeach.org. • July 4, Independence Day, most government offices and The Islander office will be closed. Holmes Beach • July 19, 2 p.m., Coalition of Barrier Island • June 27, 6 p.m., city commission. Elected Officials, Anna Maria City Hall. • June 29, 6 p.m., city commission. • Aug. 16, 2 p.m., Coalition of Barrier Island • July 5, 7 p.m., planning commission. Elected Officials, Bradenton Beach City Hall. • July 11, 6 p.m., city commission. • Aug. 21, 9 a.m., Manatee County Tourist • July 13, 6 p.m., city commission. • July 27, 11:30 a.m., police retirement board. Development Council, Manatee Technical College, 6305 State Road 70 E., Bradenton. • Aug. 2, 7 p.m., planning commission. • Sept. 4, Labor Day, most government offices • Aug. 8, 6 p.m., city commission. and The Islander office will be closed. • Aug. 10, 6 p.m., city commission. • Sept. 11, 2 p.m., Island Transportation Planning • Aug. 22, 6 p.m., city commission. Organization, Anna Maria City Hall. • Aug. 24, 6 p.m., city commission. Send notices to calendar@islander.org and • Aug. 28-Sept. 1, noon-noon, election qualifynews@islander.org. ing period.

THE ISLANDER n June 21, 2017 n 9

DOT Cortez Bridge study ends, opposition stirs

By Kathy Prucnell Islander Reporter Five years and $1.5 million later, the outcome of the Cortez Bridge study is taking shape — prompting a new wave of opposition. The Florida Department of Transportation District 1 is planning a late August or September public hearing “that wraps it up,” said Zac Burch, DOT government affairs and communication manager. At the hearing, officials will present the district’s choice between a narrowed list of two designs — a 35-foot bascule and 65-foot vertical clearance fixedspan — to replace the Cortez Bridge on State Road 684, which connects Cortez and Bradenton Beach. Public comment will be taken and the study results will go to Tallahassee for consideration. A no-build recommendation also will be included, according to Burch. Under the no-build alternative, the DOT anticipates the Cortez Bridge would last 10 years without renovation. Under the build options, a 75-year life span is predicted. If the state approves a new bridge, a $7.25 million design phase will start in 2017, followed by right-ofway acquisition and construction phases, Burch said, adding the DOT has selected H.W. Lochner as its design consultant. “If a no-build alternative is selected, we will cancel the contract and reassign those funds to another project,” he said. The existing bridge has a 17.6-foot clearance and stretches almost a mile between 123rd Street West on the mainland and Gulf Drive in Bradenton Beach. The final public hearing comes after studying engineering, environmental and societal aspects, including public meetings and surveys to arrive at the “best solution,” Burch said. If the fixed span is the DOT’s bridge-of-choice, it’ll be no surprise to Nancy Deal, the secretary/treasurer of Save Anna Maria Inc.

The Cortez Bridge closed for repairs in late May, when valve and electrical problems prevented the bascule from fully closing, creating gridlock on Cortez Road. Islander File Photo: Kathy Prucnell SAM is a nonprofit that formed in the 1990s to fight the mega-bridge proposals to replace the mainland links to Anna Maria Island. That fight began with then-Bradenton Beach Mayor Katie Pierola railing against a 65-foot bridge and the swath of properties it would destroy on both ends of the Cortez Bridge. The DOT backed off and agreed to rehab the bridge, but turned its focus to a replacement bridge on Manatee Avenue. Then came SAM and the fight against the DOT. “They don’t like those bascule bridges. They don’t like them, SAM I am,” said Deal, adding that the DOT fails to consider hurricane evacuation issues in the event the megabridges close due to high winds. Members of SAM and Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage Inc., including Linda Molto, Plum Taylor and Mary Fulford Green, are planning a public aware-

2ND

ness campaign. At a FISH meeting June 12, Molto told the board about SAM’s interest in joining forces to prepare a handout aimed at stopping a high bridge replacement for Cortez Road. FISH is a nonprofit representing a 180-person membership with a mission to preserve the commercial fishing industry and traditional maritime history in Cortez. FISH vice president Jane von Hahmann recommended “getting a few people together from our group and theirs” and “to decide what needs to get printed.” Molto agreed, volunteering to get the handout “to every house in the village.” “Most people just don’t realize what the bridge could do to Cortez,” Taylor said. After the FISH meeting, Green, who helped propel Cortez in 1995 to the list of National Register of Historic Places, spoke against a new DOT bridge. The district — bounded by Cortez Road to the north, Sarasota Bay on the south, 119th Street to the east to the South 124th Street Court to the west — should prevent negative impacts to those areas, according to Green. “The people who live to the north have to get concerned,” Green said. “I’m for the “no-bridge option now,” she added. The proposed 65-foot-clearance Cortez Bridge would close four streets in Cortez and “we’d lose the Seafood Shack,” Green said.

Click!

The Islander welcomes news of the milestones in readers’ lives — weddings, anniversaries, births, obituaries, travels and other events. Submit notices and photographs with detailed captions — along with complete contact information — to news@ islander.org.

JULY

POST-GAME FIREWORKS presented by:

JULY 2nd @ McKECHNIE FIELD • GATES OPEN @ 4:30PM TICKET TO THE GAME GETS YOU INTO THE FIREWORKS SHOW

10 n JuNE 21, 2017 n THE ISLANDER

TERRA’S

Handmade Sterling Jewelry

NOW OPEN at our new location! 714 43rd St. W • Bradenton Tue-Fri 10-5, Sat 11-4

941.779.5350

The Islander Calendar ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

ONGOING ON AMI

ONGOING OFF ANNA MARIA ISLAND

• Throughout June, Island Gallery West features the work of Maria Sine in the exhibit “The Shape of Things to Come,” 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6648. • Through June 24, “Weathered Souls” exhibit featuring work by artist Edana Davis, the Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-1906. • Thursdays, 5-8 p.m., Jam in the Sand, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe/Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-0784. • Fridays, 5 p.m.-sunset, Sunset Drum Circle, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe/Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-0784.

• Through June 23, trio of exhibits, ArtCenter Manatee, 209 Ninth St. W., Bradenton. Information: 941-746-2862. • Through July 29, Florida “Through the Lens,” work by photographer Richard Estabrook, Florida Maritime Museum, 4415 119th St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-708-6120. • Most second Wednesdays, Think+Drink (Science), 7-9 p.m., South Florida Museum, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-746-4131. LOOKING AHEAD

KIDS & FAMILY

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

941-778-2711 NOTE: The Islander office is now at 3218 E. Bay Drive next to Walgreens.

Signature ISLANDER gifts

NEW! Mugs, $10 each. All-cotton AMI tote bags, $5. Plus white and tie-dye “More-Than-a-MulletWrapper” T-shirts, $10-$15, and AMI stickers, $2. Come shop at 3218 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach, sandwiched between Walgreens and the bagel cafe!

AMI Chamber of Commerce 2017 Best Business of the Year

ON ANNA MARIA ISLAND

July 8, Music on the Porch, Cortez.

CLUBS & COMMUNITY ON ANNA MARIA ISLAND

Thursday, June 22 10 a.m. — Wonders of Nature Traveling Animal Show, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-7786341. Saturday, June 24 2 p.m. — “Lego Excavation,” Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341. Tuesday, June 27 10 a.m. — Preschool story time, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

Friday, June 23 10 a.m. — Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch and Shorebird Monitoring executive director Suzi Fox addresses the Senior Adventures group, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St. N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-3106. Saturday, June 24 8:30 a.m. — Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island meeting for breakfast and a talk by a representative with the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1383. 9 a.m. — CPR training, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, ONGOING ON ANNA MARIA ISLAND Holmes Beach. Registration required. Information: 941-778-6341. Wednesday, June 28 • Tuesdays, 10 a.m., Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch and Noon — Adult coloring club, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Shorebird Monitoring Turtle Talks, CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341. Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-5638. Turtle Talks will not take place June 27. And, for the week of the Fourth of July, ONGOING ON ANNA MARIA ISLAND Turtle Talks will be July 3. • Second and fourth Wednesdays, 11 a.m. Just Older Youth/ LOOKING AHEAD JOY Brown Bag Lunch Series, Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414. June 29, Rumpelstiltskin Bits N’ Pieces Puppet Theatre, Holmes • Thursdays, 7 p.m., Overeaters Anonymous meets, the EpisBeach. July 4, Anna Maria Island Privateers Independence Day copal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. parade, islandwide. July 4, Fourth of July ceremony, Anna Maria. Information: 813-494-6518. July 4, Independence Day ﬁreworks display, Anna Maria. • Third Thursdays, 11:45 a.m., Successful Women Aligning Together meets, Bridge Street Bistro, 111 Gulf Drive S., Bradenton ONGOING OFF ANNA MARIA ISLAND Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-345-5135. • Fourth Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Stelliferous Live star exploration, LOOKING AHEAD South Florida Museum, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-746-4131. June 30, quilting activity, Holmes Beach. June 30, Senior • Most first Saturdays, Family Night at the South Florida Adventures book sale and potluck lunch, Bradenton Beach. July 7, Museum, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: Senior Adventures travel talk, Anna Maria. July 22, Kiwanis Club of 941-746-4131. Anna Maria Island meeting, Holmes Beach. • “Teeth Beneath: the Wild World of Gators, Crocs and Caimans” exhibit, Mote Marine Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson ParkLOOKING AHEAD OF AMI way, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-388-4441. July 11, Aging in Paradise Resource Center Dine for our Cause, LOOKING AHEAD Sarasota. July 4, Longboat Key Fourth of July parade and celebration, Longboat Key. July 22, Snooty’s Birthday Bash, Bradenton.

GAMES, SPORTS & OUTDOORS

GOOD TO KNOW

ON ANNA MARIA ISLAND

• June 21, ﬁrst day of summer. • July 4, Independence Day. • Aug. 10, Grandparents Day. • Sept. 4, Labor Day. • Sept.11, Patriot Day. • Sept. 22, ﬁrst day of autumn. • Sept. 20, Rosh Hashanah. • Sept. 29, Yom Kippur.

Wednesday, June 28 4 p.m. — Chess club, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341. ONGOING ON ANNA MARIA ISLAND • Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., horseshoes pitched, Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708-6130. ONGOING OFF ANNA MARIA ISLAND • Through Sept. 3, Bradenton Marauders Minor League Baseball games, LECOM Park, 1611 Ninth St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 877-893-2827. • Second and fourth Wednesdays, Roser Memorial Community Church Golﬁng for God, IMG Academy Golf Club, 4350 El Conquistador Parkway, Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-7780414. • Through the summer, duplicate bridge games, 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays, Aging in Paradise Resource Center, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Fee applies. Information: 941-383-6493.

full service salon and spa offering… Hair ~ Nails ~ Massage ~ Facials Acupuncture ~ Body Treatments ~ Bikini and Brazilian Waxing ~

GET LISTED

3612 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach, 941.778.0400 313 Pine Ave, Anna Maria, 941.778.0500

.

Summer arrives June 21, bringing long days on the beach. Islander File Photo

Send listings to calendar@islander.org. Submissions must include a contact name and telephone number for publication, as well as the pertinent details of the event: What, when, where and how much.

Island happenings Island to celebrate Independence Day with parade, fireworks

the fourth of July brings blasts from the cannons in the anna maria island privateers independence day Parade and bursts of fireworks on the beach. the two major island events for the holiday occur on tuesday, July 4, with the parade at 10 a.m. and the fireworks after sunset in Anna Maria. the parade route stretches from South coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach to the anna maria city pier at the east end of pine avenue. participation in the parade is open to the public and there is no entrance fee. privateers encourage entrants to show their â&#x20AC;&#x153;red, white and blueâ&#x20AC;? pride and entries must be on wheels â&#x20AC;&#x201D; no walking or marching because the all-island route is too long.

Privateers to present 14 scholarships

on the fourth of July, the anna maria island privateers will present scholarships to 14 students. Scholarships will be presented during an afterparade party noon-4 p.m. tuesday, July 4, at the ugly grouper, 5704 marina drive, Holmes Beach. the privateers will present $20,650 in scholarships. the honors include: â&#x20AC;˘ Konstantina Lardas, senior at Florida International university, $2,500 Whitey Horton memorial Scholarship. â&#x20AC;˘ Chelsea Perez, senior at University of Central florida, $2,000 Shiprek memorial Scholarship. â&#x20AC;˘ Mina Barsoum, junior at FSU, $1,750 Sandpiper Scholarship. trista campbell, junior uSf, $1,600. â&#x20AC;˘ Justin Puthusseril, junior at USF, $1,600. â&#x20AC;˘ Emily Waikem, medical school student at USF, $1,600. â&#x20AC;˘ Megan Manbeck, sophomore at University of alabama, $1,200. â&#x20AC;˘ Daniele Grutzner, sophomore at FSU, $1,200. â&#x20AC;˘ Asia Sterlin, sophomore at State College of Florida, $1,200. â&#x20AC;˘ Christian Zander, sophomore at UCF, $1,200. â&#x20AC;˘ Gabriel â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gabeâ&#x20AC;? Chawi, sophomore at SCF, $1,200. â&#x20AC;˘ Carly Provan, sophomore at University of Florida, $900 Liz â&#x20AC;&#x153;docâ&#x20AC;? christie memorial Scholarship. â&#x20AC;˘ Anthony Cucci, freshman at USF, $900. â&#x20AC;˘ Morgan Eady, freshman at SCF, $900. â&#x20AC;˘ Gabrielle Gallo, freshman at USF, $900.

after the parade, the privateers will host a party noon-4 p.m. at the ugly grouper, 5704 marina drive, Holmes Beach, and present $20,650 in scholarships to 14 students. the party will feature live entertainment, food and drink. for more information, call tim â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hammerâ&#x20AC;? thompson at 941-780-1668 or go online amiprivateers.org. the annual â&#x20AC;&#x153;fireworks extravaganzaâ&#x20AC;? at the Sandbar, presented by the chiles restaurant group, will take place after dark July 4. the restaurant, 100 Spring ave., anna maria, will host a holiday party, with reserved seating, dinner specials, musical entertainment and party favors. The fireworks show will take place on the beach near the restaurant, with the public gathering on the beach to the north and south of the Sandbar.

WATCH BANDS â&#x20AC;˘ WATCH BATTERIES â&#x20AC;˘ SERVICE/REPAIRS

40% OFF All pre-owned ROLEX!

Ladies and Gents -- 2-year service warranty, box and papers

33 YEARS IN BRADENTON! 8110 CORTEZ RD. W. Tue-Fri 10-4, Sat 10-2 â&#x20AC;˘ ATM & CCs â&#x20AC;˘ 941-798-9585

Jerry Patridge

Not only do Jerryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cigar-box instruments look good, like any collectorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s item should, they also sound good when played. See his stringed creations at the gallery or go online to our user-friendly website. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also see the work of nearly 30 other talented artists. 5368 Gulf Dr., Holmes Beach

Children wait for the July Fourth parade to arrive in Anna Maria. Islander File Photo

Mon-Sat 10-5 941-778-6648

Stop by our office at the AMI Centre Shops, 3218 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach, for AMI stickers and totes!

Anna Maria sets 4th of July celebration

Gather your U.S. flags and head to the park. the city of anna maria will host a fourth of July celebration at 1 p.m., tuesday, July 4, at city pier park, at the corner of pine avenue and north Bay Boulevard. the celebration will include free hot dogs, apple pie, drinks and patriotic songs. the city event, which will be 1-3 p.m., follows the anna maria island privateersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; parade. for more information call city hall at 941-7086130.

Uncle Sam to visit Longboat

calling all fourth of July fans! itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to celebrate the birthday of the united States of america. Longboat Key chamber of commerce is hosting the annual freedom fest at 9 a.m. tuesday, July 4, at Bicentennial park on Bay isles road, Longboat Key, and uncle Sam will be there to greet the guests. festivities start organizing at 8:30 a.m. and run until 11 a.m. participants in the â&#x20AC;&#x153;shortest parade in the uSaâ&#x20AC;? are asked to assemble by 8:30 a.m. in the parking lot between the Suntrust Bank and Bank of america on Bay isles road. floats may be any motorized vehicle with four wheels. Businesses are welcome to enter for $25 and, if 10 or more businesses participate, cannonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s marina will award a $500 prize for the best business entry. LBK chamber member the Blue dolphin cafe,

THE ISLANDER n JuNE 21, 2017 n 11

5370 gulf of mexico drive, will kick-start the holiday morning by serving Belgian waffles â&#x20AC;&#x201D; an American version with red strawberries, white whipped cream and sausage. there will be childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s games and craft stations. the Longboat Key garden club will help kids release dozens of butterflies. not to leave the four-legged family members out, the rotary club of Longboat Key is sponsoring the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hot diggety dogâ&#x20AC;? contest. dress up Lady or Sparky in her/his finest patriotic threads. Prizes will be awarded for the most patriotic dog, most creative costume and best-dressed owner and pooch combo. contestants in the dog contest should register at the table near Suntrust by 8:30 a.m. to march in the parade. contact the Longboat Key chamber of commerce at 941-383-2466.

Under New Ownership! Ali Severson Hair.Skin.Nails.Massage Open 6 days a week www.acquaaveda.com 941.778.5400 5311 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach

sale Selah Vie is an upscale resale boutique specializing in designer handbags, women's clothing, accessories, unique furniture and art. Proceeds benefit Selah Freedomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission to end sex trafficking.

Bring this ad for 10% off purchase of $20 or more. Offer expires July 1.

4FMBI 7JF t SE "WF 8 t #SBEFOUPO need a good laugh? visit the emerson quillin signature store. humor, art, gifts 317 Pine Ave., Anna Maria â&#x20AC;˘ www.emersonshumor.com

4VNNFS )PVST 8FEOFTEBZ 4BUVSEBZ Summer Soiree: 5VFTEBZT +VOF +VMZ "VH 4FQU

12 n JuNE 21, 2017 n THE ISLANDER

Anna Maria reviews comp plan, records policy, lobby efforts

By Bianca BenedĂ islander reporter anna maria is looking to incorporate historic preservation and sea level rise efforts into its comprehensive plan. city commissioners debated some of the proposed changes to the comprehensive plan during a public hearing June 8, but discussion will continue to evaluate all the changes. the hearing was extended to the next commission meeting, at 6 p.m. thursday, June 22, at city hall, 10005 gulf drive. the proposals were drafted by the anna maria planning and Zoning Murphy committee and presented by city planner robin meyer. changes to the comprehensive plan were designed to strengthen the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s efforts to protect itself from overdevelopment. One of the modifications inserts Copeland a disclaimer that the city â&#x20AC;&#x153;can not accommodate unlimited growth.â&#x20AC;? another mentions that development must take into account pedestrian and bike traffic. the planners also suggested a sentence specifying that structures can have no more than two habitable floors. one proposed change deletes a sentence saying anna maria does not have any historical boundaries to protect and deletes a paragraph stating the city has avoided a strong tourist presence. The most significant proposed change is for the

addition of the historic preservation element for the â&#x20AC;&#x153;preservation, protection, perpetuation and use of landmarks, landmark sites and historic districts.â&#x20AC;? The land use element would be modified to ban discrimination against people for sexual orientation, as well as include a provision to â&#x20AC;&#x153;explore efforts to increase access to information technologyâ&#x20AC;? by developing anna mariaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s telecommunications infrastructure. another new element addresses how the city would respond to sea-level rise. although the changes proposed suggested the city â&#x20AC;&#x153;shouldâ&#x20AC;? use strategies such as raising the road surface to battle rising tides, commissioners voiced their concerns about inserting language that obligated them to follow that path. in other matters, the commission unanimously passed a resolution to make official the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s public record policy. according to city attorney Becky Vose, the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s policy is both valid and legal, but ratifying it can help coordinate and enforce the policy. current policy says any person can access a record at any reasonable time, under reasonable conditions, and under supervision of the city clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office. Waiting periods may not be imposed, individuals are not required to identify themselves to access records, computerized records must be equally accessible and a fee may not be imposed simply for reviewing a document unless itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a significant request. also, the commission approved a $3,114 technology contract with LiftOff LLC to install Office365 and migrate city hall staff to the new system. according to mayor dan murphy, the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current system, eme cloud, has suffered from unexplained outages and difficulties and is â&#x20AC;&#x153;not reliable.â&#x20AC;?

Countywide fertilizer restrictions begin

June 1 arrived with a reminder from the county to skip using nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer on lawns and landscape through Sept. 30. the countywide fertilizer restriction applies to all properties, including landscapes maintained by lawn care professionals. manatee county is one of more than 90 florida communities with summertime fertilizer blackouts. also, phosphorous is prohibited year-round as florida soils are naturally abundant in the element. â&#x20AC;&#x153;these laws prevent fertilizer runoff from frequent summer rains from washing down storm drains and into our rivers, lakes, bays and the gulf of mexico,â&#x20AC;? a county news release stated. the county advised those who use landscape treatments to look for â&#x20AC;&#x153;summer-safeâ&#x20AC;? products with 0-0 as the first two numbers on the fertilizer label. Some additional florida-friendly lawn care practices: â&#x20AC;˘ Pump some iron. An application of iron, readily available at most garden centers, will keep a lawn green during the summer without spurring growth. â&#x20AC;˘ Get better dirt. Mix dirt with composted cow or chicken manure, or home compost, to enrich soil. â&#x20AC;˘ Mow high. Set the lawn mower blade to 3.54 inches high for standard St. augustine grass to

encourage strong, deep roots that resist fungus and pests. â&#x20AC;˘ Pick better plants. Buy plants suitable for a hot, humid climate and plant them in the right place according to their sun and water needs. â&#x20AC;˘ Look for the BMP decal. Lawn care professionals applying fertilizer must be certified and display a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Best management practicesâ&#x20AC;? decal on a company vehicle. for more, go online to mymanatee.org.

Teen boating class offered

the anna maria island Sail and power Squadron will offer the americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Boating course for teens June 19-23. The class takes place in five sessions 9 a.m.-noon at the squadron building, 1200 71st St. nW, Bradenton. the fee is $55 and scholarships are available. Students who graduate from the course are certified, meeting the requirements of a Florida law that says any person born after Jan. 1, 1988, must have a state boating safety id card to operate a motorized vessel. for more information about the class, call Janet razze at 941-792-0394.

The city purchased 13 one-year licenses for Office 365 and 11 one-year licenses for exchange online Kiosk and exchange online archiving. finally, murphy announced that the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work with city lobbyist chip case will include drafting some legislation to protect the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interests in legislating vacation rentals. in the most recent legislative session, a House and Senate bill were introduced to alter the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s laws around legislating vacation rentals, making them stricter and effectively nullifying anna mariaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vacation rental ordinance. the bills died at the sessionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s end. murphy said such opposition is likely to come back in the next session, and the city will prepare for it by introducing legislation that instead fits its needs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easier to defend something than challenge it,â&#x20AC;? said chair doug copeland.

AM budget talks start up

The city of Anna Maria will begin the first of four budget workshops at a meeting at 6 p.m. thursday, June 22, at city hall, 10005 gulf drive. the meetings will continue into august. according to city clerk Leanne addy, more budget talks may be added to the calendar, depending on the complexity of the talks. public hearings will be held in September. The new fiscal year will begin Oct. 1. this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s process will include discussing a lineitem in the budget for donations to the center of anna maria island, according to addy. the center has requested more than $15,000 a year in the past and, at an april 27 commission meeting, more than a dozen speakers asked the city to fund the center more generously. the commission may also discuss funding proposals in the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new 10-year wish list. Suggestions include building a public kayak launch on Lake LaVista, constructing a water-taxi landing at the city pier, installing two traffic signals and adding street lighting to pine avenue. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Bianca BenedĂ

Cafe Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Europe hosts Dine for a Cause benefits

the aging in paradise resource center will benefit from the Dine for a Cause set for 5-9 p.m. tuesday, July 11, at cafe Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; europe on St. armands circle in Sarasota. the resource center, located on Longboat Key, will receive 15 percent of dinner checks that evening. reservations are required, and people should mention the center when calling the restaurant, 941-388-4415. the restaurant will raise money for other community causes tuesday nights in July and august. Additional beneficiaries in July include the Jewish Housing council foundation, July 18, and Save our Seabirds, July 25.

ENJOYABLE GOLF, GREAT RATES, EXCELLENT CONDITIONS!

Now accepting NEW CLIENTS and REFERRALS!

Includes GPS Enabled Cart and Complimentary Practice Balls!

Book your tee time today! Online: imgacademygolfclub.com Golf Shop: (941) 758-1464

Join us in the Grille Room for lunch or dinner Reservations: 941-758-1467 4350 El Conquistador Pkwy Bradenton, FL 34210

www.imgacademygolfclub.com

Connor Bystrom, DVM, Ashley Gardner Sorice, DVM, and William V. Bystrom, DVM

Island

Animal Clinic

3URGERY s $ENTISTRY s "OARDING s $AY #ARE s "ATHS s &OOD 3UPPLIES (/52 %-%2'%.#9 s $2/0 /&& !.$ 0)#+ 50 (OLMES "USINESS #ENTER 'ULF $RIVE .O - & .OON 7ED WWW ISLANDANIMALCLINIC COM

THE ISLANDER n June 21, 2017 n 13

Holmes Beach draws business distinctions to preserve ‘flavor’

By Terry O’Connor Islander Reporter Holmes Beach will continue to reshape regulations concerning formula businesses, revamp its pay structure for 42 city employees and form a committee to study whether to switch to a city manager form of government instead of an elected mayor. City commissioners reached consensus on those three goals at their June 15 workshop at city hall, 5801 Marina Drive. Reaching consensus wasn’t easy during the nearly three-hour session. In the ongoing economic struggle to balance the needs of mom-and-pop stores and big business, the city commission has been working to preserve its unique niche in the marketplace. Commissioners say protecting the “island flavor” prevents the city from devolving into a homogenized area, indistinguishable from metro Florida cities. Easier said than done. Planner Bill Brisson outlined the legal difficulties in a report titled “Formula Businesses: Allow, Regulate or Prohibit?” The recent introduction of national franchise chains Dunkin’ Donuts-Baskin Robbins and Smoothie King at the Anna Maria Island Centre shopping plaza on East Bay Drive, otherwise known as Benderson plaza, has been a concern, commissioners said. Out of 173 businesses in Holmes Beach, 20 are classified as formula businesses, excluding banks, gas stations and services such as real estate, grocery stores, gas stations, legal, medical and cable TV. While commissioners debated how best to define franchise or “formula” businesses, Brisson warned it has to be done in a manner the courts will uphold. His report suggests retailers or restaurants with 11 or more locations be considered franchises. If the franchise originated in Sarasota or Manatee county, however, it would not be considered a chain. Sanibel Island’s definition helped guide the discussion. If a business offers standardized goods, logos, uniforms, business signage or trademarks on Sanibel Island, it’s a chain.

Holmes Beach businesses are concentrated primarily in two areas, according to Brisson: 110 between Gulf Drive and 52nd Street, and roughly 63 between Manatee Avenue and 30th Street. He presented two options. One would allow formula businesses in the commercial area of the Benderson shopping center on the west side of East Bay Drive south of Manatee Avenue to Gulf Drive, and prohibit them elsewhere. A second option involves allowing exceptions to formula businesses offering unique services and improving the mix of services on the island. “That’s one of the reasons people like to shop downtown,” Brisson said. “It’s unique.” City attorney Patricia Petruff and Brisson emphasized any new regulation must be aimed at protecting the character of the city’s commercial areas and not any specific business. “You’ve got a mom-and-pop character downtown,” Brisson said. “It’s a quirky situation and we want to keep it that way.” The discussion was more heated on whether to consider transforming to a city-manager form of gov-

The Anna Maria Island Centre shopping center on East Bay Drive in Holmes Beach provides a mix of franchise stores and mom-and-pop shops. Islander Photo: Sandy Ambrogi

ernment. Chair Judy Titsworth said changing the form of government makes her uncomfortable. “Can we afford it without raising taxes?” she asked. Commissioners Jean Peelen, Carol Soustek, Pat Morton and Marvin Grossman lined up behind Mayor Bob Johnson in saying they want a committee formed to study the proposal and present options. Holmes Beach needs to change its present format of electing a part-time mayor to serve two-year terms, Peelen said. The job has grown much too big to continue operating with a part-time mayor, she said. “We’re acting like we’re Mayberry and we’re not Mayberry,” Peelen said. “I want to see our options,” Soustek said. “You need to find a way to get stability into the leadership of the city,” Johnson said. “Because it ain’t there. That has to change.” If a charter change for a city-manager form of government receives approval from the electorate, the mayor’s duties likely would change. Another change designed to add stability involves revamping the pay structure to enhance employee recruitment and retention, according to Mary Buonagura, city human resources analyst. Buonagura presented a study by Evergreen Solutions comparing Holmes Beach with 15 similar public agencies in Florida. The report found Holmes Beach is 6 percent below the market in salary ranges. Switching from a step plan of automatic pay increases tied to longevity to an open-range structure using merit increases makes sense, Johnson said. The new pay structure would be phased in over two years and cost roughly $250,000. “There won’t be any major increases,” Johnson said. “We can’t afford to let that happen.” City police officers will remain on a step plan, which Police Chief Bill Tokajer said would prevent any dissension in his ranks. “That’s why they are not going union,” Tokajer said. “They want to stay with the step plan.”

Familiar faces repopulate Holmes Beach Planning Commission By Terry O’Connor Islander Reporter The new Holmes Beach Planning Commission is going to look a lot like the old one. With three terms expiring and the resignation of longtime member Gary Hickerson, the mayor and commission have four seats to fill on the planning commission at its June 12 meeting at city hall, 5801 Marina Drive. In addition to four incumbents, four new applicants offered to serve on the planning commission, according to city clerk Stacey Johnston. Candidates must be Holmes Beach residents. Alternates must attend meetings and may participate in discussions but have no vote. With terms expiring July 1, planning commissioners Chuck Stealey and Sylvia Harris and second alternate David Lester all reapplied and were reappointed for three years. “I’m still alive and kicking and I’d like to continue,” Stealey said. “We have a good group on the commission.” Harris is the longest tenured member of the board.

She was originally appointed to the planning commission in September 1996. Lester, who said he prefers being an alternate, first was appointed in September 2014. One new applicant was chosen. Hickerson resigned May 17. First alternate Jaynie Christenson, who joined the planning commission in October, was appointed to fill his unexpired term, which ends July 1, 2018. The new planning commissioner will be first alternate Tom Carlson, who moved to Holmes Beach in 2012. He succeeds Christenson as first alternate and his term expires July 1, 2019. Carlson, vice president of the Key Royale Resident Owners Association, has been a small-business owner and federal program and project manager, according to his application. He earned a doctorate degree in marine acoustics from the University of Washington. “I’m particularly interested in the comprehensive planning process,” Carlson said. “These documents are so important and so necessary to the continuity in local government.”

Carlson said he’s read the Holmes Beach comp plan and it needs a lot of work, which the planning commission is preparing to to begin this year. Nancy Deal, a 16-year Holmes Beach resident, also was nominated for the post Carlson eventually filled. She withdrew when it appeared the commission might be split on their choice. “I would respectfully withdraw,” Deal said. “There are plenty of other things I can do around here.” “You are so gracious,” said Holmes Beach Commissioner Carol Soustek, who nominated Deal. Other new applicants were Eric Kovich, Beth Rariden and Deborah Sneddon. All were applauded and encouraged to look for ways to help the city. “It’s wonderful we have this many people,” Soustek said. The immediate project for the newly appointed planners is crafting a vision statement to use as a guideline for the comp plan revision. They will coordinate the Holmes Beach vision statement with a similar statement Anna Maria adopted in 2015. The planning commission will meet next at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 5, in city hall, 5801 Marina Drive.

Motorized Jet-Powered Surf Boards

Anna Maria’s only one-stop rental and adventure center

Bikes • Beach • Baby • Paddleboards • Kayaks Gem Cars *ROI &DUWV 6FRRWHUV ¬6HJZD\V -HW6NL -HW 6XUI )LVKLQJ &KDUWHUV ¬6XQVHW 'ROSKLQ &UXLVHV Lessons & Rentals & Sales www.surfsupwatersportsfl.com

941.896.9780

14 n June 21, 2017 n THE ISLANDER

County reviews charter government, home rule

By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Islander Reporter Concerns regarding home rule have prompted a citizenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s initiative to press Manatee County to adopt a charter. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a middleman in non-charter counties,â&#x20AC;? said Ginger Delegal, Florida Association of Counties executive director, during a June 14 workshop with the Manatee County Board of Commissioners. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And that middleman is the Florida Legislature.â&#x20AC;? Like a charter city or school, a charter county is guided by a document that would confer powers, duties or privileges on the county. Supporters say a charter provides more freedom from state oversight, while opponents fear it reduces home rule for municipalities within the county. According to Delegal, home rule â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the transfer of certain state powers to local entities in matters of local concern â&#x20AC;&#x201D; in a charter county is implemented directly from the Florida Constitution. In a non-charter county, home rule is authorized by the Florida Constitution, but is implemented by the Florida Legislature. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What the Legislature giveth, it can also taketh away,â&#x20AC;? Delegal said June 14. To date, 20 of the 67 counties in Florida are charter counties. However, those 20 counties include more than 75 percent of the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s population. Delegal said there are various reasons non-charter counties decide to operate under a charter, and this is mostly due to the issues the county was facing at the time it made the switch. She said in many counties that enact charter governments, the county doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t look any different the day after it is implemented, than the day before. Delegal said in a charter county government, citizens can initiate policies through ordinances and charter amendments proposed by petition. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What is really different is the potential for reform for county government,â&#x20AC;? Delegal said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is then a document that your county has voted on to potentially and dramatically change county government. By and large, it is just that â&#x20AC;&#x201D; potential and opportunity.â&#x20AC;? However, she said state law trumps a county charter. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A charter cannot conflict with a state law,â&#x20AC;? Delegal said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t trump it.â&#x20AC;? In March, the League of Women Voters of Manatee County, which has been pushing for a charter county government since 1985, began circulating a petition to drive the charter government measure forward. The initiative requires 15 percent of registered

Manatee County Commissioner Betsy Benac, left, Commissioners Steve Jonsson and Vanessa Baugh attend a June 14 county commission workshop to discuss a county charter. Benac chaired the meeting, which was attended by about 75 people. Manatee County voters, or about 35,000 people. Additionally, the county commission can initiate the switch to a charter government. At the June 14 workshop, Rosalie Shaffer, president of the League of Women Voters of Manatee County, said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It would be better if we could make the changes we want without permission from the Florida Legislature.â&#x20AC;? She suggested the county appoint a charter committee to develop a â&#x20AC;&#x153;starter charter.â&#x20AC;?

SUMMER ACTIVITIES FOR EVERYONE! 16-WEEK SENIOR SELF DEFENSE WORKSHOP 16-WEEK SELF DEFENSE WORKSHOP Become proďŹ cient in Threat-Stopping Techniques, including Empty-Hand and Combat Gear. 9 am Saturday for Seniors, followed by Self Defense at 10 am. SUMMER FITNESS CAMP JULY 10-14, AGES 10-14 Each day, the kids will have one hour of Yoga, Surfset Fitness, Aerobic and Strength Training techniques, followed by arts and crafts. FAMILY KARATE with Sensei Omar 4 pm Classes, Mondays & Thursdays Call or visit or stop by for price details and to reserve your spot. 5364 Gulf Drive Homes Beach 941-778-5446 www.amihealthandfitness.com

She said a previous county charter initiative included a draft charter which would allow the county to pre-empt municipalitiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; rights, and many are concerned the current initiative would be the same. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The previously proposed charter was deeply flawed,â&#x20AC;? she said, and recommended a new charter that would allow city ordinances to prevail in the cities, unless the city prefers to adopt the county ordinance. Former Bradenton Beach Mayor Katie Pierola said Bradenton Beachâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s charter is â&#x20AC;&#x153;terrific,â&#x20AC;? because it allows for citizen referendums. She said the previous draft charter was concerning because the cities were preempted by the county regarding density and zoning changes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Please donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t confuse that old charter with whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been talked about today,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s old, antiquated and doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean a thing.â&#x20AC;? Bradenton Beach city attorney Ricinda Perry, who also attended the workshop, discussed the matter with Bradenton Beach commissioners during their June 15 meeting. Perry said many of the concerns people are looking to address with a charter are controlled by the state, including development and vacation rentals. She said the county could put mandates on the charter, instead of the Legislature passing bills, and the protection would be the citizenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vote, but that would mean the entire county would vote on issues that may only pertain to one city. She said she does not see any advantage for municipalities with a county charter. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is all about government that is close to the people,â&#x20AC;? Perry said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what we already have.â&#x20AC;?

Bradenton resident Barbara Elliott, left, and former Bradenton Beach Mayor Katie Pierola pose June 14 next to a pro-charter petition display following a county workshop at the Bradenton Area Convention Center, 1 Haben Blvd., Palmetto. Islander Photos: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes

Ginger Delegal, Florida Association of Counties executive director, speaks June 14 during a Manatee County Board of Commissioners workshop at the Bradenton Area Convention Center, 1 Haben Blvd., Palmetto.

SUMMER FUN SPECIAL

10% OFF

ANY 2%.4!, ./4 ).#,5$).' "/!4 2%.4!,

FACEBOOK COM *UST &UN2ENTALS

3 3 0LAZA s 'ULF $RIVE s (OLMES "EACH s

ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOT OUTSIDE, STAY COOL $ AC Tune-Up Special

Performance test, ACUV dye, up to 1 pound of freon. Exp 06-28-17. Exp 10-22-14. CALL GROOMS!

5608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach 941.896.7898

THE ISLANDER n June 21, 2017 n 15

Bean descendant recalls growing up fishing on ‘Anna Marye-uh’

By Bianca Benedí Islander Reporter When Charles Bean III — that’s his legal name, but he’s really the fourth — reminisces about Anna Maria Island, he pronounces it the Scottish way, “Marye-uh.” “I’m Scotch-Irish, my whole family is,” Charles said. He recalled a former Anna Maria Island mayor — the late Ernie Cagnina — who “fought a losing battle” trying to convince islanders to pronounce it the Scottish way. But the Spanish influence is too great, he says. “I can’t even get my kids to say it the Scottish way.” The pronunciation isn’t the only thing Charles has seen change on the island. There’s more people, he said, which has decreased the fish available and increased the rental prices. In 1892, George Emerson Bean became the first homesteader on Anna Maria Island, settling at what is now known as Bean’s Point at the far northern end of the island. He had seven children that make up the descendants of the extended Bean family. Among them was Charles Bean, Charles III’s great-grandfather. Charles grew up spending summers on the island. “We’re water people,” he said of his family. “We like boating, we like fishing, we like swimming. We like everything about the water.” And while some things have changed over time, he acknowledges, the island has a unique tenacity for holding on to its old-Florida feel. Anna Maria’s City Pier, he said, remains virtually unchanged. So does the Rod & Reel Pier. The Sandbar restaurant, 100 Spring Ave., Anna Maria, has grown larger, he says, but that too was part of the island as he grew up. As a child, he said, his family couldn’t afford to take all the kids to an expensive restaurant. “I used to swim outside and look at the people in there eating and think, someday I’m going to come

Charles Bean Sr., Charles Bean III and Charles Bean Jr. sit together, with Charles Bean IV sitting on his father’s lap, in this family photo supplied by Charles Bean III.

Charles Bean III down and eat at that restaurant,” he said. He has, many times since, and recommends the soft shell crabs. Fishing was a large part of his time on the island, Charles said. He said he and his father would often join his uncle George Kline, a professional fisherman, on his boat. “In the summertime, the fish was speckled trout,” he said. “We’d go out and catch a couple of hundred in a day and sell them at the market.” In winter, he said, king fish and mackerel were the popular catches. Charles recalled he and his siblings fished at the city pier. There, people could catch snapper, small grouper, speckled trout and mackerel when it was around. “There was an old-timer who came one day, and nobody knew who he was,” Charles said. “He was looking and asking questions. Finally after an hour, he announced to nobody in general, ‘There’s snook under this pier.’” The unidentified man set out with stainless steel fishing wire, he said and pulled out a 25-pound fish.

WE’RE PUTTING SCIENCE TO WORK TO NURTURE NATIVE WILDLIFE.

Then another. Then a third. “The whole island went crazy fishing for snook,” he said. “Nobody knew it was there.” He says he kept a log that summer of how many snook were caught. By the time his vacation ended, the number was in the hundreds. The fishing has changed today — there’s much less fish available, he says, but that’s a natural byproduct of a rapidly growing human population. And who can blame people? Over a hundred years ago, George Emerson Bean chose the island for his home. Today, millions flock to it. “I don’t think there’s a beach anywhere that compares to Anna Maria,” Charles said. “For all that it offers. There’s beaches that claim to be a prettier beach, maybe they are, maybe they aren’t, but the atmosphere and the people are unique.”

Click!

Share the good news. Submit your announcement or notice and photographs with details and contact information to news@islander.org.

Every day, Mosaic puts science to work right here in our community. Our team of biologists and ecologists is dedicated to ensuring the protection and stewardship of Florida’s native wildlife through the most advanced relocation techniques and prime habitat development. By working with local environmental groups, Mosaic has preserved and created thousands of acres of natural habitats throughout our region for nearly 300 types of native wildlife. Grant, Mosaic ecologist and authorized agent, works to ensure wildlife like the Florida gopher tortoise thrives in reclaimed xeric upland habitats.

To learn more about Mosaic’s leadership in reclamation ecology, visit Science.MosaicCo.com.

16 n JuNE 21, 2017 n THE ISLANDER

Bradenton Beach approves lobbyist, sets workshop for beach funds

By chrisann Silver esformes islander reporter Bradenton Beach is following in the footsteps of anna maria and Holmes Beach as it plans to rehire its lobbyist and consider manatee county concession fund projects for the next fiscal year. at their June 15 meeting, commissioners and mayor Bill Shearon approved $15,000 for “professional services” to be added as a line item to the 201718 budget, to cover the cost of a tallahassee lobbyist. For the first time in anyone’s memory, the commission this year hired a lobbyist, dave ramba, to represent Bradenton Beach. Bradenton Beach followed the lead of the other island municipalities and Longboat Key and hired a lobbyist to represent them during the 2017 legislative session. Several bills that threatened municipal home rule were proposed during the general legislative session, but did not pass on the Senate floor. However, island municipalities are concerned the measures will be revived next year. according to Shearon, anna maria and Holmes Beach already have budgeted for lobbyists for next year. according to city treasurer Shayne thompson, to

date, the city has paid ramba $9,800 of the $15,000 allotted in the 2016-17 budget. Vice mayor John chappie suggested the commission approve the same amount for next year’s budget. “these items will be coming back,” he said. He also suggested holding a discussion with anna maria and Holmes Beach to consolidate lobbyist efforts for next year. “We should discuss how we approach this, not just as the city of Bradenton Beach, but as an island,” chappie said. a motion was made to increase the budget for professional services by $15,000 to be used for a lobbyist or other professional services. it passed unanimously. additionally, at the June 15 meeting, the board agreed to begin formal budget discussions following the July 11 audit review. in other matters, the board agreed to hold a workshop to discuss projects that could be paid for from the county’s beach concession revenues. anna maria and Holmes Beach already have held workshops to discuss how the fund, which to date is nearly $800,000, should be used. the fund is allotted by the county for intergovernmental projects between the three island municipali-

ties

the cities are concerned if the funds are not used, the county will absorb the concession funds for other expenses. Shearon said June 15 that the three mayors discussed compiling a joint list of “potential projects” to consider, decide upon, then submit to the county. in march, Bradenton Beach submitted a proposal to the county for $10,000 from the concession fund for fitness equipment along the Coquina Beach multi-use trail. it awaits the county’s response. chappie suggested a city workshop to compile a list of projects. “it could be big ticket or small items that tend to get put off,” he said. “We should consider things we don’t usually think of, but could benefit the entire island.” commissioner ralph cole suggested new trolley pull-offs around the island as a project for the funds. “it’s a good way to use the money and everyone benefits,” Cole said June 15. the commission agreed to direct chappie to set up a workshop to discuss projects for the concession funds. the next city commission meeting will be at 6 p.m. thursday, July 6, at Bradenton Beach city Hall, 107 gulf drive n.

Bradenton Beach noise ordinance ‘needs tweaking’

By chrisann Silver esformes islander reporter following a series of workshops to address noise complaints in the commercial district, Bradenton Beach commissioners decided to make a few minor “tweaks.” mayor Bill Shearon said changing the ordinance “would be just opening up another can of worms and will be very difficult for law enforcement to implement,” noting there are residences within 20 feet of some commercial establishments in the city. during a June 6 meeting to address the issue, the board agreed the outdoor entertainment cutoff should not be extended past 10 p.m., but the measurement point needs to be addressed. “the ordinance needs some tweaking,” city attorney ricinda perry said June 6. commissioners agreed the city needs to preserve the “vision” seen by previous officials and business owners for a commercial district that supports a family environment. that vision apparently did not include outdoor music on Bridge Street after 10 p.m. “my question to you as commissioners and the mayor is: do you know what that vision was? Who is the market we are trying to attract?” asked angela rodocker, owner of BridgeWalk a Landmark resort, 100 Bridge St. “i think when you answer those ques-

tions, decisions like this should be easy in your position.” city commissioners and staff have been considering relaxing noise restrictions at the request of restaurant owners, but are torn between disgruntled residents and the business owners desire to attract visitors. Business owners and employees have expressed concerns for their livelihoods. Rodocker said June 14 her motel business — she also leases to Bridge Street Bistro and island time Bar & Grill — would make more money if the ordinance is relaxed, but that is not her goal. She said reviews on travel websites, including tripadvisor, say that while music on Bridge Street is loud, it stops by 10 p.m., allowing people to put their kids to bed. “music can be played inside after 10 p.m. So i’m not really sure why this is an issue,” rodocker said. “We need to keep our community as it was designed, which is to attract families.” Vice mayor John chappie, representing Ward 4 including Bridge Street, said he spoke with representatives of businesses on Bridge Street and they said they are happy with the ordinance as it stands. “Everybody I’m hearing from said they’re fine with the way things are,” chappie said. He agreed with rodocker that the theme of revitalization for the commercial district was to create a

“disney-like atmosphere” for families on Bridge Street and he is not in favor of allowing outdoor music past 10 p.m. chappie and rodocker also addressed concerns with how decibel measurements are taken when a noise complaint is made. the noise ordinance does not state where a reading must be taken but the people and the commission agreed that distance from the source should be standardized. commissioners are considering how to accomplish this task. rodocker said it is unfair to the people who complain to have the “onus on them” to call the police, then have an officer go to their residence to take a reading. “that’s reactive and we need to be proactive,” rodocker said. She suggested measurements be taken from the closest location to the complainant, outside of their unit. chappie agreed but has concerns some properties “could be a little tight” in their proximity to the noise. He said he supports taking measurements 100 feet from the noise source if the city is the complainant, an idea discussed at previous meetings. the commission directed city attorney ricinda perry and Bradenton Beach police chief Sam Speciale to review the ordinance and present their suggestions as an agenda item at a future meeting.

Submit your community news to news@islander.org.

Nochemicalsinside.com

No More Chemicals Inside your House! Smart Water Technology tied into your Sprinkler System will accomplish this Goal !

37 Years in Business, Family Owned and Operated!

No More Mosquitos, No No-Seeums, No Fireants and many more insects that our Guarantee covers.  



We will save you appr 75000 Gallon of water per year Inside and Outside Pest Management all done with ONLY ORGANIC Products

Outside Liquid Fertilization for Lawn, Shrubs and Trees all done with ONLY ORGANIC Products Smart Water Technology Controller using latest Technology and will be managed by us

FOR ONE LOW MONTHLY FEE

THE ISLANDER n JuNE 21, 2017 n 17

Pier business owner voices concerns over September closure

By chrisann Silver esformes islander reporter Bradenton Beach has approved plans to undertake construction on the Historic Bridge Street pier, but a tenant of the retail space at the foot of the pier is concerned with how it will affect his business. at their June 15 meeting, city commissioners discussed closing the pier in September while new rooftop decks and air conditioners are installed at amoB, the restaurant on the city pier. the city and amoB have entered an agreement that includes closing the restaurant for two weeks during construction, but it remains to be seen if the city will close the pier to pedestrians and fishers. Sherman Baldwin, owner of paradise Boat tours, 200 Bridge St., Bradenton Beach, said June 15 he is concerned access to his tour boat and office will be blocked if the pier closes. Baldwin said he does not want to close in September, because many of his competitors are closed then and he sees a spike in business. He would like to use the city-owned dinghy dock

Sherman Baldwin captains his Paradise Boat Tours from the Historic Bridge Street Pier. Islander File Photo on the shoreline on the south side of the pier while the contractors are at work and, he’d like the city to limit a section of the dock to commercial traffic. additionally, Sherman requested inclusion in advertising relating to the pier closure, u.S. americans With disabilities act-approved access to the dinghy dock and a temporary variance allowing him to set up a shade structure near the dock for employees to check in passengers. He also asked the commission if it would be pos-

sible to replace the floating day dock on the south side of the pier at the same time as the planned September closure. “i was hoping we could kill two birds with one stone,” Baldwin said. Bradenton Beach police chief Sam Speciale, who chairs the pier team, said he and public works director tom Woodard are meeting with Southern cross inc., the contractor for the air conditioning decks, to discuss placing temporary fencing around the construction area, directing people toward Baldwin’s business and tide and moon/room With a Hue next door. “that way, we won’t be negatively affecting the businesses there,” Speciale said June 15. He also said the state and manatee county may not allow the city to completely close the pier, since this is not an emergency. He also suggested stopping construction during the rebuild and opening the pier at 10 p.m. additionally, Speciale said he will speak with Technomarine, the contractor for the new floating day dock, to determine if technomarine can install the day dock during the restaurant construction. Vice mayor John chappie said the pier closure will require a motion with a list of associated city responsibilities. the board agreed to direct Speciale and Woodard to present a list of requirements for the project at the next meeting, which will be at 6 p.m. thursday, July 6, at Bradenton Beach city Hall, 107 gulf drive n. Retail space at the land’s end of the Historic Bridge Street Pier could be affected by the planned construction and possible closure of the pier in September.

Bathroom Remodeling ◆ 25 Years Experience

◆ Local, Licensed and Insured ◆ Fast, Clean, High Quality

Call 786.318.8585 Holistic wellness center and spa

Now oﬀering yoga and meditation in the ambiance of a healing Himalayan salt wall. Massage Therapy | Acupuncture | Yoga 2219 Gulf Drive N | Bradenton Beach

941.778.8400 | www.alunawellness.com

HOW TO RELAX ON AN ISLAND. MASSAGE BY NADIA Call 941.518.8301 Massaging on AMI for more than 17 years. Your place, your convenience. GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE

i.wed

The Islander Wedding Directory T

ACCOMMODA ATI ACCOMMODATIONS Tortuga Inn Beach & Tradewinds Resorts 90 well-appointed rooms, apts., suites with kitchens. Wi-ﬁ, pools, beach, more! www.tortugainn.com 941-778-6611 www.tradewinds-resort.com Bungalow Beach Resort DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH! Classic 1930s island-style resort. 800-779-3601 bungalow@bungalowbeach.com www.bungalowbeach.com PHOTOGRAPHY Jack Elka PhotoGraphics The ﬁnest wedding photography since 1980. www.jackelka.com 941-778-2711

MUSIC/ENTERTAINMENT Chuck Caudill Entertainment Beach weddings and events. DJ service, live guitar and more from an experienced island professional. 941-778-5676 • www.chuckcaudill.com Gulf Drive Band The Best! Classic Danceable Tunes Musical Entertainment DJ for Weddings, Receptions. Call: 941-778-0173. email: gulfdriveband@gmail.com

BRIDAL ATTIRE The Beach Shop 11904 Cortez Road W. Pretty white dresses for an island wedding. Dresses for moms, too! Open daily. 941-792-3366

JEWELRY Bridge Street Jewelers The island’s full-service jewelry store. 129 Bridge St., Bradenton Beach 941-896-7800

TO BE INCLUDED IN IWED, TONI LYON, 941-928-8735, OR toni@islander.org

CONTACT

MA#0017550

The city-owned dock adjacent to the Historic Bridge Street Pier in Bradenton Beach is for public use. Islander Photos: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes

18 n JuNE 21, 2017 n THE ISLANDER

Gathering

Children taking part in Roser Church’s Vacation Bible School sing for an audience at the church. Islander Photos: Courtesy Roser Church/ Peggy Nash

By Susan Huppert

Churches offer summer fare

Sunday worship at roser is at 8:30 a.m. in the chapel and 10 a.m. in the sanctuary. church school and a nursery are available during the 10 a.m. service. roser is at 512 pine ave., anna maria. crosspointe fellowship offers Sunday worship at 9 a.m., followed by study and fellowship at 10:30 a.m. in Life groups for all ages. a weekly men’s group meets at 7 a.m. Wednesdays. the group is studying the book of Hebrews. crosspointe is at 8605 gulf drive, Holmes Beach. the episcopal church of the annunciation worships Sunday at 9 a.m., alternating between rite i and rite ii. at 9:30 a.m. thursdays, a shorter eucharist and healing prayer service are offered at the church, 4408 gulf drive, Holmes Beach. a weekly Bible study is open to all at 9 a.m. tuesdays in Lowe Hall. christ church of Longboat Key hosts worship on Sundays at 10 a.m. following the service, the rev. norman pritchard leads a study on the book of acts. no Bible study experience is needed. all are welcome to attend. the class begins at 11:15 a.m. in the choir room at the church, 6400 gulf of mexico drive. other studies include a study of romans with a guide by John Stott at 9 a.m. mondays and “Jesus christ, teacher, Servant” with a guide by Stott at 6 p.m. tuesdays. the cortez church of christ, 12111 45th ave. W., cortez, holds Bible study at 10 a.m. Sundays, followed by worship at 11 a.m. and again at 5 p.m. the midweek Bible study is at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. gloria dei Lutheran church holds worship 9:30 a.m. Sundays. a traditional service with music and hymns is offered Saturdays at 5 p.m. at the church. a men’s Bible study meets weekly at 10 a.m. Wednesdays. a women’s Bible study group meets at 10 a.m. thursdays and experiencing christianity is thursdays at 6:30 p.m. at the church, 6608 marina drive, Holmes Beach. Harvey memorial community church, 300 church St., Bradenton Beach, is an interdenominational church with service Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Bible study is 11 a.m. thursdays. Longboat island chapel, a christian-based interfaith community church, offers Sunday services of communion and healing at 9:45 a.m. and worship at 10 a.m. at the church, 6200 gulf of mexico drive,

At your service

obituaries are provided as a community service in the islander newspaper to residents and family of residents, both past and present, as well as to those people with ties to anna maria island. information may be submitted to news@islander.org. Paid obituaries are available by calling sales rep toni Lyon at 941-778-7978. Pastor Rosemary Wheeler Backer

simple burials

1,195

Longboat Key. St. Bernard catholic church celebrates daily mass at 8:30 a.m. and Sunday mass at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Saturday Vigil is at 4 p.m. at the church, 248 S. Harbor drive, Holmes Beach.

Online arrangements available

(941) 312-6371 SoundChoiceCremation.com

WORSHIP WITH US SATURDAY AT 5 PM SUNDAY AT 9:30 AM Fellowship follows Sunday worship 6608 Marina Drive ~ Holmes Beach ~ 941-778-1813 www.gloriadeilutheran.com “All are welcome”

Loving Christ • Sharing His Grace • Serving All

SUNDAY WORSHIP

8:30 AM AND 10:00 AM IN THE SANCTUARY

DISCOVERING GOD’S

COMMUNITY CHURCH

LECTURE SERIES Rev. Dr. Mike Slaughter 7/31 -8/2 • 5:00 PM Meal served at 7:00 PM $75 3 Meals • 3 Sessions • Book

The Renegade Gospel

10:00 AM Nursery & Church School Call 980-521-7129 or go to 8:45 AM Adult Bible Study A Non-denominational, Christian Church • Everyone Welcome!

dinner, games, crafts, videos and Bible stories were enjoyed by children at the maker fun factory, the evening Vacation Bible School held June 5-9 at roser memorial community church. children brought coins, some dollars, too, to support children at Hope children’s Home and a migrant family mission, Beth el. at the June 11 morning worship service, Beth Bernet, VBS leader, thanked all who helped to make VBS such a success. the children sang for the congregation before preparing the same snacks for the worshippers that they had received during the week. they also sang and danced for parents and those who retired after the service to the fellowship hall, where they also viewed photos from the week of activities as they enjoyed the treats. church member peggy nash, who chronicled the week in photos, said she had as much fun as the kids.

RoserChurch.com/Next

941-778-0414 • www.RoserChurch.com • www.facebook.com/RoserChurch

Art by Joan Voyles

740

Roser brings fun, learning to summer VBS

512 Pine Ave • Anna Maria

simple cremations

LEFT: Josh and Katie help organize games for younger VBS kids. ABOVE: Sheema, left, Emily and Bella pose for the camera during VBS.

Pastor Stephen King 9:30 am Sunday Services

300 Church Ave. • Bradenton Beach PO Box 243, Bradenton Beach 34217

2 blocks north of Bridge St. Clock Tower

Sermon by Dr. Paul Eckel

THE ISLANDER n JuNE 21, 2017 n 19

Obituaries

Bernard ‘Rex’ Hagen

Bernard “rex” Hagen, 89, died June 17 at his home on anna maria island. He was born June 28, 1927, in morocco, indiana, to ross and elizabeth Hagen. there he married Helen Stone on may 13, 1951. He served in the u.S. navy during World War ii and the u.S. air force during the Korean War. a self-made business owner, he started Superior Sample company in 1957 in Ligonier, indiana. He enjoyed traveling the world, playing and watching tennis, golf, motorcycles and fast cars. a remembrance for mr. Hagen included this quote from gonzo journalist Hunter S. thompson, “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out and loudly proclaiming, ‘Wow! What a ride!’” He was a graduate and life-long supporter of purdue university and a member of many fraternal organizations, including the moose, elks, Shriners, VfW and american Legion. a graveside service will be held in indiana at a date yet to be determined. memorial donations may be made to the center of anna maria island, p.o. Box 253, anna maria fL 34216. He is survived by daughter nancy and husband rich Stage of Big Sky, montana, and son mark and wife Jeanna of Cromwell, Indiana, along with five grandchildren, and many, many friends.

Doris Della Hudson

doris della Hudson, 75, of anna maria island, died June 12. She was born in duluth, minnesota, and moved to Bradenton in 2014 from Waynesville, north carolina. She was a retired social worker and an active member of roser memorial community church. Hudson Brown & Sons funeral Homes & crematory 43rd Street chapel is in charge of arrangements. memorial donations may be made to St. Jude children’s research Hospital, the american Heart association, the Juvenile diabetes foundation or roser memorial community church. condolences may be made online at brownandsonsfuneral.com. She is survived by daughters Sheila ann and wife catherine massey Kazar of pennsylvania, Sheryl freed of tampa, Stacey and husband Kevin Van Voorhis of north carolina and Sonya Hudson of tampa; brothers fred gilbertson of tampa and mickey gilbertson of georgia; grandchildren Kayla, Luke, Jordan, Sarah and anna; and her dog daisy.

BEN AND KAREN COOPER PLEASE COME SEE US AT OUR NEW OFFICE NEXT TO THE REGIONS BANK BUILDING AT 4401 MANATEE AVE. W., BRADENTON. "ANK 2ECONCILIATIONS s 0REPARING &INANCIALS #ALCULATING 0AYROLLS s (OMEOWNER !SSOCIATIONS )NDIVIDUAL #ORPORATE 4AX 2ETURNS

941-795-7048 Ofﬁce 941-795-4878 Fax

941-713-9190 Cell benacooper@aol.com

CHRISTIE’S PLUMBING

Foreign & Domestic • Air Conditioning Electrical Systems • Tune-Ups, Brakes & More 5333 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach at the corner of Gulf & Marina Drives

941-779-0487

$2 OFF

$3 OFF THE WORKS

AMERICAN CAR CARE 941-794-5007

Must present coupon. Not valid with other offers or prior services. Expires 07-05-17 (CFC1426596)

LOCATED IN THE BACK OF THE BUILDING

HOLMES BEACH AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE

Full-Service Car Wash, PLUS Sealer Wax, Under Chassis Wash & Air Freshener. Most vehicles

REPAIRS & REMODELING • NEW CONSTRUCTION EMERGENCY SERVICE • FREE ESTIMATES WATER HEATERS • SEWER & DRAIN CLEANING NO EXTRA CHARGE FOR OVERTIME

778-3924 OR 778-4461

L I F E A U T O H O M E B O AT B U S I N E S S

FRESH & SHINE

RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL Family Owned and Operated Since 1975 Two Florida State-Certiﬁed Master Plumbers

5508 MARINA DRIVE, HOLMES BEACH

Rex Hagen views a skater at the Holmes Beach Skate Park on opening day in April 2010. Hagen shared that day his love for sports and thrills, but he said he was “too late to skate board.” He and wife Helen contributed funds to the park and were recognized along with donors Dan and Kay Kay Hardy at the event. The park was eventually named for the late-Holmes Beach Police Officer Pete Lannon. Islander File Photo: Bonner Joy

Full-Service Car Wash, PLUS Polish-N-Wax, Under Chassis Wash, Armor All on Tires & Air Freshener Most Vehicles.

AMERICAN CAR CARE 941-794-5007

Must present coupon. Not valid with other offers or prior services. Expires 07-05-17

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED SINCE 1994 6412 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton 941-794-5007 WWW.AMERICANCARCAREBRADENTON.COM

5412 Marina Drive • Island Shopping Center Holmes Beach • 941.778.2253

·S YOUR COMFORT ZONE? WHERE

20 n JuNE 21, 2017 n THE ISLANDER

Cops & Court By Kathy Prucnell, Islander Reporter

Bradenton man sentenced to jail for fighting cops

Joseph perusek ii, 25, was clocked by police at 64 mph in a 35-mph zone in the 12000 block of manatee avenue. twelfth circuit Judge doug Henderson found perusek guilty may 9 and ordered the probation, including a dui course, a victim-impact panel, 50 hours of public service work and a $1,841 fine convertible to public service. the judge also suspended perusek’s driver’s license for six months and ordered a 10-day vehicle impoundment. Perusek also was fined $304 for speeding.

two altercations with island police ended in court with a 270-day jail sentence for a Bradenton man. Luke norris, now 32, was arrested in march by Holmes Beach police for resisting arrest and disorderly intoxication after he fought with officers in a condominium stairwell. in october 2016, he was arrested on battery charges after striking two officers and resisting arrest on Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach. norris pleaded no contest to all charges may 4. twelfth circuit deno economou sentenced norris to the manatee county jail with credit for time served. By Kathy Prucnell as of June 13, he remained in jail. the judge assessed Island police blotter norris $1,649 in court fees and costs in the Bradenton Beach case and $860 for the Holmes Beach incident, anna maria no reports. including $200 to each police agency for costs. Anna Maria is policed by MCSO. Bradenton Beach Blue Marlin burglary case June 9, coquina Beach, 2200 gulf drive S., battransferred to drug court tery. a man and a woman argued while in a moving the case of the man accused of breaking into the vehicle. the argument escalated with the woman and Blue marlin Seafood restaurant in Bradenton Beach man striking one another. the man stopped the vehicle and told the woman to get out, but circled back to pick is now in drug court. Judge andrew d. owens Jr. ordered William gar- her up. Bradenton Beach police arrived and officers ringer, 52, of the Bradenton Beach anchorage, released coaxed the woman from a wooded area. Police filed on his own recognizance June 8 and transferred the case a request for the state attorney to consider charges of from the criminal division to the drug court program. battery against the parties. June 9, 200 Bridge St., anchorage, abandoned boat. Bradenton Beach police arrested garringer in March on a burglary charge after officers viewed a Police were notified of a sunken boat. BBPD detervideo of the break-in that allegedly showed the man mined the owner and advised he was responsible for on the restaurant’s back porch trying to open a lock removing it. He was cited for a derelict vessel. Bradenton Beach is policed by BBPD. with a blow torch. owens ordered garringer to begin the court inter- Cortez June 2, cortez Kitchen, 4528 119th St. W., tresvention program the week of June 12. garringer is required to waive his speedy trial pass. a man called 911, reporting a battery but, when right, appear for an intake assessment, attend manda- Manatee County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrived, witnesses said the caller had a long knife. the man was tory court dates and enter a plea. trespassed at the request of the owner. Cortez is policed by MCSO. Parrish man sentenced to Holmes Beach probation for DUI June 9, 300 block of 60th Street, burglary. two a parrish man arrested in Holmes Beach in march roommates reported someone pried open a storagepleaded no contest to driving under the influence of room door. christmas ornaments, shelving and a belt, valued at $565 were taken. police found fresh marks alcohol and was sentenced to 12 months probation.

Streetlife

Pulse Remembrance Day

Holmes Beach Mayor Bob Johnson and Police Chief Bill Tokajer stand June 12 at the flagpole in front of city hall, 5801 Marina Drive. The flag was at half-staff in honor of the 49 lives lost in the mass shooting June 12, 2016, at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando. Gov. Rick Scott proclaimed June 12 as Pulse Remembrance Day. Islander Photo: Terry O’Connor on the door and the lock damaged. a witness said a woman clad in a neon spandex top was seen cutting through the backyard. June 11, 600 block of Key royale drive, construction/ice. Holmes Beach police assisted u.S. immigration and customs enforcement after responding to a complaint about a man working construction on a Sunday against city ordinance. While on scene, a dispatcher informed the officer that ICE had an outstanding warrant to remove the guatemalan national from the country. The officer contacted an ICE agent, who advised the officer not to arrest the man but to document the violation. The officer said the man became upset and pLeaSe See StreetLiFe, neXt page

SERVING GOURMET ICE CREAM SINCE 1984

❊ Truly Homemade Ice Cream

(yes, we really make it ourselves)

❊ Voted Best Ice Cream ❊ Open 7 Days a Week www.tylersicecream.com Manatee Ave & 59th 941-243-3841

Cortez & 119th 941-794-5333

EAT-IN OR TAKE-OUT

Longboat Center Shops 941-383-6935

$100 OFF

Any Size Pizza

FREE DELIVERY!

OMA PIZZA

& ITALIAN RESTAURANT

Specializing in Veal • Chicken • Fish • Pasta Makers of the World’s Largest Pizza Makers of the World’s Largest Pizza Open 7 Days • 11AM to Midnight 201 N. Gulf Dr. • Bradenton Beach 778-0771 or 778-0772

Roadwatch

Eyes on the road

The Florida Department of Transportation did not post any advisories for Anna Maria Island for the week of June 19. For the latest road watch information, go online to www.fl511.com or dial 511.

StreetLife from page 20 told police he had a wife and three kids at home. June 11, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, tag alteration. An officer who ran a tag on a motorcycle showing a “12-18” expiration determined it had been altered from “12-13.” Police seized the tag. The man said he’d recently bought the motorcycle and was in the process of transferring it to his name. June 12, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, marijuana. Responding to a call about an open container violation, police observed a man in a vehicle rolling what turned out to be a marijuana cigarette. Police found an open bottle of beer, a marijuana pipe and confiscated a bag of 1.8 grams of marijuana. The man was arrested for possession of the contraband. He was transported to the Manatee County jail. June 13, 200 block of 82nd Street, battery. A landlord-tenant dispute led to an altercation and the landlord’s arrest. An 83-year-old man grabbed a female tenant after she tried to pick up eviction papers. The landlord said he was afraid the tenant would tear up the papers. Police arrested and transported the man to the Manatee County jail. Holmes Beach is policed by the HBPD. Streetlife is based on incident reports and narratives from the BBPD, HBPD and MCSO. Island watch: In an emergency, call 911. To report information on island crime, call the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office Anna Maria substation, 941-7088899; Bradenton Beach police, 941-778-6311; or Holmes Beach police, 941-708-5804.

“Best Restaurant in Florida” 4.9 out of 5 ZAGAT stars

941-778-6444 www.BeachBistro.com

THE ISLANDER n June 21, 2017 n 21

WMFR enters interlocal agreement, hears audit results

By Bianca Benedí Islander Reporter The West Manatee Fire Rescue District passed its 2016 audit with a clean report, no weaknesses and a “good financial position,” Randy Dillingham, the WMFR commission’s accountant said June 15. However, Dillingham said WMFR had spent $238,000 more than it received in income for the year, tapping into reserves primarily to fund a new ladderequipped engine and renovate Station No. 1. In other business, WMFR Chief Tom Sousa presented board members with an interlocal agreement to improve responses to boat emergencies. The agreement is between Sarasota, Manatee, Desoto and Charlotte counties. It includes the Longboat Key Fire Rescue, West Manatee Fire Rescue, Bradenton Fire Department, East Manatee Fire Rescue, North River Fire Rescue District, Venice Fire Department, Englewood Area Fire District and Sarasota County Fire Department. The agreement would help coordinate the districts in order to provide a joint response or identify the closest available unit for boat emergencies within 5 miles of shore. Sousa said having multiple units working together could improve search capabilities, as well as reduce response time. The board unanimously approved the interlocal agreement. Sousa also said WMFR received multiple responses to its mailed surveys. The fire district had developed

Community notices, events

The Islander welcomes notices of your events and projects on Anna Maria Island and encourages you to submit both news and photographs on a regular basis. Submit press releases and photos with detailed captions to news@islander.org. Remember to include complete contact information for more information and a name and phone number for publication.

and mailed three surveys seeking public opinion on WMFR’s performance, including a survey of former medical patients, a survey of random residents in the district and a survey for businesses. The responses thus far are positive, according to the chief. Sousa added that of the approximate $200 in expenses required to send out the surveys, half has been recouped thanks to a resident who mailed a $100 check with the completed survey.

Pet turtle missing from 67th Street

Teegan, a red-eared slider turtle, was accidentally “set free” June 9 from a kiddie pool at a vacation rental home at 210 67th St., Holmes Beach. Owner Janie Bachman of Orlando, on vacation with her family, said she placed the pet in the small pool to get her “swim time in” and returned to find that a house cleaner thought the turtle was wild and released it in some shrubs. Ed Straight, president of Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Inc. in Bradenton Beach, who was alerted to the missing red-eared slider, said June 13 the turtle had not been found. To report information on the missing turtle, call Bachman at 407-583-9790. Islander Photo: Courtesy Janie Bachman

Craft cocktail bar serving creative bar fare

The bistro’s little sidekick … Florida Trend’s “Best New Restaurant”

941-213-9926

941-778-0411 www.eathereflorida.com

www.DoctorsOfficeAMI.com

22 n JuNE 21, 2017 n THE ISLANDER

Island turtle watch warns: ‘Do not disturb’

By chrisann Silver esformes islander reporter a nighttime stroll on an anna maria island beach in early summer may lead to the once-in-a-lifetime experience of seeing a nesting sea turtle — if you’re lucky. But in this era of twitter feeds and facebook posts, some people might forget that certain memories are best preserved in the mind. “if you’re on the beach at night and see a sea turtle nesting, don’t take pictures, just stand 100 feet back and let her do her thing. Just enjoy it,” anna maria island turtle Watch volunteer denise gardner said June 13 to people attending “turtle talks,” amitW’s weekly informational session at crosspointe fellowship in Holmes Beach. as of June 13, amitW reported 180 nests this season, which runs may-october. female sea turtles nest onshore mostly at night, when the beaches are dark and predators are minimal. they only leave the water to nest, so the beach is unfamiliar terrain. any disturbance can lead to a false crawl — a failed nesting attempt. “if you’re out on the beach at night, let your eyes acclimate instead of turning on a flashlight,” AMITW executive director Suzi fox said. “any light could scare a nesting sea turtle and this could scare her back into the sea before she’s done, causing her to drop her eggs in the ocean.” amitW volunteers walk the beach each morning at sunrise looking for nests, which when found are staked off for monitoring and protection. fox said she recently has had problems with people disturbing nesting sites at night. in some cases, they were trying to help by surrounding the nests with a circle of seagrass and writing messages in the sand that read, “sea turtle nest.” However, amitW volunteers walk the island every morning to collect data from the tracks the sea turtle leave behind, not the turtles themselves. dis-

Beach found a nest that had been dug up by people, not predators. “disturbing a nest is a federal, state and local offense,” fox said. She said if someone spots a nest or a nesting sea turtle at night, they do not need to call turtle watch — a volunteer will see the nest in the morning and mark it with stakes and ribbon. people should observe without a phone or camera flash. amitW section 6 coordinator anne camp said, “You can tell people, ‘no, i didn’t take a picture because i was respecting the mama turtle.’” for more information on the sea turtle habitat, or to report a sick, injured or dead sea turtle, contact fox at suzilfox@gmail.com or 941-778-5638.

Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch and Shorebird Monitoring section 6 coordinator Anne Camp walks June 13 through a disturbed sea turtle nesting site on the beach near 30th Street in Holmes Beach. Islander Photos: Courtesy AMITW rupting the sand surrounding a nest can result in difficulty. Upon finding a crawl, AMITW often will verify a nest — look for the clutch of eggs in relation to the tracks — so volunteers know it is marked off correctly. if the tracks have been trampled or brushed away by morning, volunteers may not be able to determine where the eggs are or if there are any eggs. on June 13, volunteers walkingin Bradenton Turtle Watch volunteers discovered a sea turtle nest June 13 that had been dug open by a person near the 10th Street Groin at Cortez Beach in Bradenton Beach. Disturbing a sea turtle nest is a federal offense.

Xavier Teeters, 3, of New Mexico, and mom Diana talk June 6 with AMITW volunteer Denise Gardner during “Turtle Talks” at CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Islander Photo: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes

AMITW sea turtle stats as of June 18: 214 nests and 228 false crawls.

Signature ISLAND gifts! NEW! Navy mugs,

$10 each. New all-cotton AMI tote bags, $5. White and tie-dye “More-Than-aMullet-Wrapper” T-shirts, $10-$15, and AMI stickers, $2. Come shop at 3218 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach, sandwiched between Walgreens and the bagel cafe!

A Longboat Key

Landmark

It’s warming up outside... So Stop in at Harry’s to cool down for a HOT Prix Fixe! $32.00 per person $47.00 with wine pairings

RESTAURANT • DELI • CATERING • CORNER STORE RE

5600 Gulf of Mexico Drive • Longboat Key, FL

941.383.0777 • harryskitchen.com

THE ISLANDER n JuNE 21, 2017 n 23

A sunny summer day brings a crowd to the Manatee Public Beach in Holmes Beach. Islander File Photo: Jack Elka

By Lisa Neff

Endless summer, sunshine and sunscreen

i spent many childhood summer days at the municipal pool, trading baseball cards in the shade of the concession stand because i didn’t swim. one distinct memory is of trading away a george Brett card, which is now worth thousands of dollars. a more general memory is of all the older kids and parents sunning themselves on the lounge chairs circling the pool. their skin glistened Neff with Hawaiian tropic tanning oil to intensify the effects of ultraviolent rays. most weekdays, they tanned from noon to 5 p.m. When i turned into a teen, i gave up trading baseball cards and stepped out of the shade to join my friends on the lounges, where we became what we called “one with the sun.” We baked our bodies and it felt wonderful, lying in the heat, soaking up the rays for hours a day — every day of the summer. The only protection — a polyester bikini and a cheap pair of imitation ray-Ban Wayfarers. regrets about those days won’t do me any good, but i’ve had them ever since i moved in 2005 to anna maria island. the daily sunshine of our endless summer reminds me of the damage i did to my skin when i was young. i don’t like being a buzz-kill, but ultraviolet radia-

tion is a proven human carcinogen, which is why the international agency for research on cancer puts uV tanning in the same risk class as cigarettes and plutonium. the vast majority of melanomas today are caused by the sun. one recent study found 86 percent of melanomas can be attributed to exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun. another study shows, on average, a person’s risk of melanoma doubles if he or she has had more than five sunburns. also, about 90 percent of nonmelanoma skin cancers are associated with exposure to ultraviolent radiation from the sun. i’ll admit vanity drove me to tan when i was young. i don’t know how i would have responded to a finger-wagger advising me that 90 percent of skin aging is caused by the sun, sun damage is cumulative and people who use a sunscreen with an Spf of 15 or higher daily show 24 percent less skin aging. awareness to the dangers of uV rays has changed since the 1970s. When i go to the beach, i see kids wearing rash guards and applying sunscreen. But i also Look see a heck of a lot of sunburned bathers. online for So, awareness is not enough. an interestadvocacy is required. ing look new York city is putting sunscreen into the hands back in the of beachgoers this summer. the parks department is “Yahoo piloting a program that involves installing Spf-30 sunHistory screen dispensers in Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx and of SunStaten Island at nine beaches and one fishing pier. The screens,” public-private campaign involves the city parks departbeginment, along with the nonprofit Impact Melanoma and ning in the company Brightguard. the 1920s. Islander Photo: Coppertone

We’re now OPEN FOR LUNCH, too. Lunch Thursday-Saturday 11:30-2.30 Dinner Monday-Saturday 5-9

How to protect your skin

• Seek the shade, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. • Do not burn. • Avoid UV tanning booths. • Cover up with clothing, including a brimmed hat and uV-blocking sunglasses. • Use a broad-spectrum — UVA/UVB — sunscreen with an Spf of 15 or higher every day. for extended outdoor activity, use a water-resistant sunscreen with an Spf of 30 or higher. • Apply an ounce of sunscreen to your body 30 minutes before going outside. and remember to reapply after swimming. • Keep newborns out of the sun. Sunscreens should be used on babies over the age of 6 months. • Examine your skin, head to toe, every month. • See your physician every year for a skin exam. Source: Skin cancer foundation

º/ iÀiÊ ÃÊ Ê ÛiÊÃ ViÀiÀÊÌ > Ê Ì iÊ ÛiÊ vÊv `°»ÊpÊ ° °Ê- >Ü

HAXEN FRI-SAT NIGHTS (reserve ahead) 941.778.1320 http://schnitzel.house 3246 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach

closer to anna maria island, the city of madeira Beach recently hosted a waterfront celebration where festivalgoers received free samples of sunblock and a free cancer screening with dermatologists who volunteered their services. i got an all-clear, by the way. Both campaigns are interesting approaches we might consider for the island. if we can provide bins to keep people from throwing cigarette butts in our parks and make poop bags available to dog-walkers on island streets, why not dispense sunscreen and conduct cancer screenings on the beach?

UÊ iÊ ÊUÊ >ÀÀÞÊ"ÕÌÊUÊ"«i ÊÇÊ >ÞÃÉ££\Îä ÊÊx{äÈÊ >À >Ê À ÛiÊUÊ Ã > `Ê- «« }Ê i ÌiÀ iÃÊ i>V ÊUÊ {£°ÇÇn°xä Ó

SPECIAL SUNDAY BRUNCH Tues-Fri 11-9 | Sat 5-9 | Sunday Brunch 10:30-2 Closed Monday. Catering. Private room. 5629 Manatee Ave. W, Bradenton Reservations appreciated: 941-792-O99O

24 n June 21, 2017 n THE ISLANDER

Commercial fish catch slows in Cortez

By Terry O’Connor Islander Reporter The Gulf Coast commercial fish catch is off dramatically, according to the two major processors in Cortez. Karen Bell, owner of the A.P. Bell Fish Co., gave a downbeat commercial fishing report June 12 at the Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage board meeting at Fishermen’s Hall, 4511 124th St. W., Cortez. “I don’t ever remember it being this slow,” said Bell, whose grandfather, Aaron Bell, founded the company. “It’s definitely down this year,” said Kim McVey of Cortez Bait and Seafood, 12110 Cortez Road. “It’s been a very odd year.” Cortez Bait and Seafood sells a variety of Florida fish, including pompano, smoked mullet, red snapper, swordfish, triple tail and Key West pink shrimp. A.P. Bell Fish Co. also sells a variety of Florida seafood such as grouper, stone crab, mullet, amberjack and shrimp. Thirteen A.P. Bell fishing boats unload thousands of pounds of fish on a good day to be sold all over the world. There haven’t been a lot of good days in the past six months, Karen Bell said. “We’ve processed 498,000 pounds compared with 2 million pounds in the 2013 season,” Bell said. Last year was comparatively anemic, too, at 700,000 pounds, she said. “It’s slow. Really slow,” said Bell. “It’s been a

really strange year.” Bell and McVey cited weather conditions as a possible contributor to the slowdown. “The weather has been horrendous,” Bell said. “That makes a big difference. When you stir the Gulf up, the water gets murky and it’s hard to see fish. They can’t work in heavy winds and heavy rains, so this past weekend they did nothing.” Oppressive heat has reached heights not normally seen until August, McVey said. “It seems like it’s hotter this year,” she said.

Bill Miller, 82, says he’s ready to do whatever he wants as he steps down June 12 from the Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage board. Islander Photo: Terry O’Connor

“Weather has been a problem.” “I’d need a scientist to tell me why,” Bell said. Scientists at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration are working on understanding the downturn. The answers are not readily apparent. Kate Brogan, NOAA Fisheries public affairs spokeswoman, said commercial fishery data for 2016 is being analyzed and no conclusions have been drawn yet regarding any possible shortfall in the catch. Earlier in the FISH meeting, the board accepted the resignation of four-year member Bill Miller, 82. Miller said it was just the right time. “I’m getting too old,” he said with a laugh. “I want to do what I want to do. I don’t want to do anything else.” Miller will be replaced on the 15-member board after applications have been reviewed. Also, longtime Cortez resident Mary Fulford Green sought to sway the FISH board to rent out its meeting hall to serve as a wedding chapel. It wouldn’t be out of place, Green said. Before it became Fishermen’s Hall, 4511 124th St. W., Cortez, it served as a Cortez church. “I think it’s a great opportunity,” Green said. “We could make $1,500 to $2,000 per wedding.” Another revenue stream would be welcome, board members agreed. The only FISH fundraiser now is the annual two-day Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival in February. FISH will meet next at 7 p.m. Monday, July 3, at Fishermen’s Hall in Cortez, 4511 124th St. W.

1 adult soccer team still chasing center perfection

By Kevin P. Cassidy Islander Reporter With only one week remaining in the adult soccer league at the Center of Anna Maria Island, Sato Real Estate was chasing an unbeaten season with a 6-0 record. Having already beaten Slim’s Place, sitting in second place with a 5-1 record, and Acqua Aveda at 4-2, Sato has locked up the top spot for the playoffs, which get started June 27. Acqua Aveda and Slim’s will square off in the regular-season finale June 22 to determine which team Cassidy takes the second seed. The rest of the projected seedings are too tough to predict. Anna Maria CrossFit and Lancaster Design both sport 3-3 records and are tied for fourth place. Mulock Flynn Law follows at 1-4-1, while Ross Built at 1-5 and Moss Builders at 0-5-1 round out the standings. The evening action June 15 started off with Slim’s Place taking an easy 5-2 victory over Ross Built. Yorvi Moreira scored two goals and PJ Smarjisso added a goal and an assist to lead Slim’s, which also received a goal each from Aaron Parkin and Nate Welch. Oliver Petereit finished with two assist, Mike Kaleta had one assist and goalie Jason Sato helped preserve the victory with five saves. Ross Built’s Vince Circharo and Steve Oelfke scored a goal each and Chandler Hardy had an assist.

We’ve got BAIT!

Richard Fosmore in goal finished with six saves in the loss. The second game of the evening saw Acqua Aveda edge Anna Maria CrossFit 3-2 behind a hat trick from Eric Pullen. Tyler Pullen and Ray Gardner contributed to the Acqua Aveda victory with assists. Kris Yavalar and Drew Mitchell scored a goal each to lead Anna Maria CrossFit, which also received assists from Angela Wiles and Murat Akay in the loss. Sato Real Estate remained unbeaten after slipping past Lancaster Design by a 3-1 score behind a pair of goals from Adam Mott and two assists from Kevin Roman. Josh Sato added a goal and an assist, while Jordan Demers finished with four saves in the victory. Andre Lewis notched the lone goal for Lancaster Design on an assist from Frank Agnelli and Ben Sato finished with four saves in the loss. The final match of the night saw Mulock battle to a 4-4 tie with Moss behind a pair of goals from Cortni Wash and a goal and an assist from Jessica Williams. Omar Polar chipped in with one goal, while Danny Anderson added an assist and Ivan Gaeta finished with five saves in the tie. Nate Talucci and Rico Beissert scored two goals each to lead Moss, which received an assist from Matt Kretzman and four saves from Shawn McCarthy in the tie.

marine docktor Sales • Service • Supplies & More

• Jet Ski Lifts & Boat Lifts • Remote Controls • Stainless Motors • Cables and Switches

941-323-7892

Date

HIGH

LOW

— 2.7 2.8 2.9 2.9 2.8 2.5 2.3

3:14a 3:53a 4:31a 5:10a 5:53a 6:46a 7:49a 9:04a

1.0 1.2 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3

5:15p 6:08p 6:58p 7:47p 8:34p 9:19p 10:03p 10:47p

LOW

AM City Pier tides; Cortez high tides 7 minutes later — lows 1:06 later

Southernaire Fishing Charters

Fishing Charters Capt. Warren Girle

Moon

-0.1 -0.4 -0.5 -0.5 New -0.5 -0.3 -0.1 0.1

• Dock Accessories • Piling Cones • Aluminum Ladders

Open Mon-Fri 8-4, Saturday by Appointment 12044 Cortez Rd. W, (941) 792-7657 marinedocktor@msn.com

Call in your bait reservation:

June 21 9:45a 2.5 — June 22 12:11a 1.5 10:26a June 23 1:19a 1.5 11:09a June 24 2:20a 1.5 11:53a June 25 3:13a 1.5 12:40p June 26 3:59a 1.5 1:29p June 27 4:40a 1.5 2:21p June 28 5:18a 1.6 3:18p

Key Royale Golf news The rainy weather has wreaked havoc with regular golf action at the Key Royale Club in Holmes Beach. All regular golf action was canceled two weeks ago and action in the past week was limited to a nine-hole scramble June 15, which saw the team of Mike Gillie, Jon Holcomb, Dick Mills and Scott Mitchell combine on a 1-under-par 31 to earn clubhouse bragging rights.

Make one stop to shop for the Dock!

LIVE Whitebait Crabs Threadfin Pinfish

Anna Maria Island Tides

Horseshoe news Three teams advanced to the knockout round after each posted 2-1 pool play records in the June 14 horseshoe action at the Anna Maria City Hall horseshoe pits. The team of Sam Samuels and Norm Good drew the bye into the finals and watched as the team of Tim Sofran and Jay Disbrow dispatched walker Steve Doyle by a 23-17 score. In the finals, Samuel and Good were too “good,” rolling to a 23-14 victory over Sofran-Disbrow to earn a trip to the winner’s circle. The proceedings were much more efficient June 17 as Hank Huyghe and Doyle earned the only 3-0 pool play record and were the day’s outright champs. Play gets underway at 9 a.m. every Wednesday and Saturday 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.

INSHORE RE Redﬁsh Snook

O OFFSHORE SSnapper G Grouper

LIGHT G TACKLE C • FLY Over 30 years experience in local waters • USCG Licensed Full / Half Day Trips • 941.387.8383 (H) • 941.232.8636 (C) www.captainwarren.com Facebook: Captain Warren

THE ISLANDER n JuNE 21, 2017 n 25

Rainy weather slows, fishing returns to normal By capt. danny Stasny islander reporter Well, after a week-long soaking from thunderstorms, fishing around Anna Maria Island is starting to fall back into the summertime pattern that started a few weeks earlier, in spite of the official start of summer this week, June 21. fishing the flats for snook and spotted seatrout is proving to be effective. for the snook, mangrove shorelines where good tidal flow exists is producing decent numbers of catch-and-release fish. As for the Stasny trout, deeper grass flats during early morning outgoing tides seem to be the ticket. mixed in with the trout are ladyfish, jack crevalle and Spanish mackerel — a nice addition to the bite. fishing rock piles, reefs and wrecks is resulting in some tasty species of fish, including mangrove snapper, flounder, permit and cobia. Other species being found in these areas include barracuda, goliath grouper, sharks and bonito. on Southernaire charters, we are reef fishing, where mangrove snapper are making a decent showing, although you still have to work to achieve limits. flounder are in the mix at 15-20 inches. Lastly, cobia up to 38 inches are taking the hook. catching and landing these large fish on “snapper tackle” requires some skill and a little luck. On the flats, I’m finding the spotted seatrout accommodating. Free-lined live shiners cast over flats with depths of 6-8 feet are producing trout 15-20 inches along with Spanish mackerel, bluefish and ladyfish. Capt. Aaron Lowman is working the flats of southern tampa Bay for spotted seatrout. fishing deep grass

Tessa Robinson, front, of South Africa and Pat Goldwater of Pennsylvania, long-time friends, went searching for tarpon June 4 with Capt. Warren Girle Once hooked, it took both women to get the fish to the boat for the photo before it was released.

Tom Waller and Elaine Sullivan of Wimborne, England, show off a 34-inch cobia they caught June 13 on a charter fishing trip with Capt. Danny Stasny of Southernaire Fishing Charters.

flats of 5 feet or more where strong-flowing tides exist is resulting in numerous trout, as well as bluefish, ladyfish and Spanish mackerel. Live, free-lined shiners are Lowman’s bait of choice. moving out into the gulf of mexico, Lowman is patrolling wrecks and reefs in search of a bite. freelining live threadfin herring in these areas is resulting in shark, bonito and barracuda. capt. Warren girle is targeting tarpon along the beaches of anna maria island and Longboat Key. casting live crabs or threadfin herring to schooling fish is resulting in hookups of these powerful fish. Persistence is key this week, since fewer numbers of fish are present due to the full moon. average size of the tarpon being caught is 80-150 pounds. Jim malfese at the rod & reel pier is seeing numerous snook under the pier and along the shoreline near the pier. Live, free-lined shiners are hooking the smaller fish along the beach, while larger baits, such as pinfish, ladyfish and grunts are attracting slot- and over-slot fish to the bite. The snook put up a good fight, but alas, it’s all catch and release now. Pier fishers using shrimp for bait are hooking into an occasional redfish, flounder and jack crevalle. Using artificials — jigs or spoons — is resulting in a mack bite. capt. rick gross of fishy Business charters is having good results with snook on free-lined live shiners on shallow grass flats with numerous hookups of 20-30 inch fish. Mangrove shorelines and oyster bars include some of the aspects of good snook territory. Combine these with good tidal flow and you have a recipe for some great action. Fishing deeper grass flats with Gross is producing spotted sea trout, bluefish and Spanish mackerel. Freelined live shiners are gross’ bait of choice. Finally, fishing rock piles in Tampa Bay is produc-

jmsnookykyayakcharters.com 23’ Custom Hanson Bay & Kayak Charters

ing mangrove snapper, juvenile grouper and flounder. capt. Jason Stock is pursuing tarpon, patrolling beaches and passes from egmont Key to Longboat. He’s producing respectable numbers of fish for his clients, with live crabs, threadfin herring, pinfish and large shiners as bait. He reports the sizes of tarpon between 80-160 pounds. Moving offshore, Stock is finding his share of permit around the wrecks. Live pass crabs sight-cast to these schooling “garbage can lids” are producing hookups with fish up to 25 pounds. Also, while offshore, Stock is catching mangrove snapper on live shiners around reefs and over hard bottom. capt. david White of anna maria charters is working inshore charters with good results. Redfish, spotted seatrout, mangrove snapper and catch-andrelease snook are being caught by his clients. Live bait is producing good action, although even fly fishing is producing a bite. Large bull redfish are readily taking flies in clouser and mullet patterns. moving offshore, White is hooking up with numerous snapper, including yellowtail, mangrove and lane. Live shiners are producing, but live shrimp also are attracting fish to the hook, especially hogfish. Send high-resolution photos and fishing reports to fish@islander.org.

TideWatch

No red tide in Manatee

the red tide organism, Karenia brevis, was not detected June 15 in samples from manatee county. the organism was detected in background concentrations in pinellas and Sarasota counties. for more information about red tide in florida, go to myfwc.com/redtidestatus.

CAPT. AARON LOWMAN 'ULF "AY &ISHINGs4ARPON 53'! ,ICENSED AND )NSURED

941.465.8932 Offshore boat available for up to 6 clients

727-459-5899

jmsnooky@gmail.com USCG Certified & Insured

AnnaMariaFishing Guide.com

DOCKED AT SEAFOOD SHACK > ÌÊUÊ/>V iÊUÊ ViÊUÊ >À iÊ Õi

7iÊ >ÛiÊiÛiÀÞÌ }Ê Þ ÕÊ ii`Êv ÀÊÃÕ iÀ wÊÃ }Ê Ê À `> IN-HOUSE PROFESSIONAL ROD REPAIR

ISLAND DISCOUNT TACKLE 5503 MARINA DRIVE at KEYES MARINA, HB

OPEN DAILY 7AM 941-779-2838

941-778-2711

Major Credit Cards Accepted

Visit us at … www.IslandDiscountTackle.com

26 n JuNE 21, 2017 n THE ISLANDER

isl

Chamber warns of tech-support scam

biz

BY SANDY AMBROGI

Magazines and Moore news

â&#x20AC;&#x153;More artsy paddleboard-and-cruiser bikeâ&#x20AC;? oK. that quote is attributed to writer david Hanson in the June 4 edition of coastal Living magazine. itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s part of the tag line of the magazineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest nod to anna maria island. over the years, the everything â&#x20AC;&#x153;beachâ&#x20AC;? periodical has mentioned the island numerous times â&#x20AC;&#x201D; best beach, best weekend, bestkept secret location, which is a surprise for those who live on anna maria island. in this coastal-praise installment, the magazine ventured a guess at who your neighbors might be on the island and what they might do, what islanders did when they ventured to the big city and the best way to spend a day in the sun here â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Bean Point in Anna maria. the article claimed, â&#x20AC;&#x153;You could walk around the entire island without leaving the sand.â&#x20AC;? ummm. the article praised the local mom-and-pop shops and restaurants, singling out the Sandbar, ginnyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & Jane eâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s at the old iga, rod & reel pier and the Beach Bistro, where, according to the article, flip-flops are welcome. Best of all, coastal Living pointed out there are â&#x20AC;&#x153;no high-rise condos or greasy golden archesâ&#x20AC;? on our little island. Quaint was the word. Sometimes, even if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t build it, they still will come. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Parakeetsâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Parrotheads,â&#x20AC;? all are welcome the roll of mentions in nationally distributed periodicals continues. on June 15, forbes gave a nod to anna maria island and anna maria Sound in an article on the venture at Harbour isle just across the bridge on perico island. minto communities has partnered with Jimmy Buffettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s margaritaville Holdings to create one particular Harbour within the Harbour isle development.

as in other places, paradise is not immune to scammers. the anna maria island chamber of commerce wants area businesses to be aware of the latest scheme scammers are using to obtain personal information. the tactic involves a phone call alleging the caller is from a tech-support team in charge of the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s computer maintenance. the caller claims to have received notice of some changes and needs access to the business computer to make sure everything is running properly. once remote access is acquired, the scammer can access

Buffetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recent real estate developments in daytona and elsewhere have targeted his fan base â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 55 and over â&#x20AC;&#x153;parrotheads.â&#x20AC;? one particular Harbour will deviate from the successful â&#x20AC;&#x153;older active adultsâ&#x20AC;? model and include sales to all ages, including his younger fans, dubbed â&#x20AC;&#x153;parakeets.â&#x20AC;? Buffett, now 70, has a reported net worth of $550 million as of 2016, according to the forbes article. the son of a son of a sailor may now blow out all the flip-flops he wants, and buy more. The Shore rises from Mooreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s if it seems quite a while since a bulldozer took mooreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Stone crab restaurant to the ground on Longboat Key, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s correct. the landmark eatery closed in July 2015, with a promise by buyers tom Leonard and mark garagiulo of a new restaurant rising at the 800 Broadway St. location. mooreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s was demolished in may 2016. Leonard, who owns Shore restaurant on St.

a business or personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s banking details, passwords, customers, credit card information and more. Such a scammer recently attempted to persuade an anna maria island business owner to allow access but the ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s persistent questions led the caller hung up, according to the chamber. there was no traceable number on caller id and the scammer would not identify what company he represented. in a news release, the chamber also warns of vacation-rental schemes and fake $20 and $50 bills circulating. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Sandy Ambrogi

armands circle, now has a new partner and construction permits for the new facility are anticipated. He is partnering with John mays, one of the original Bonefish Grill developers, after buying out Garagiuloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shares in the Shore restaurant holdings. When things went south with the first contractor, work ceased and new permits were required when they were ready to resume work. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are excited to bring something new to the waterfront on Longboat Key. We are very focused on the Shore brand and growing it,â&#x20AC;? Leonard said in a telephone interview June 14. â&#x20AC;&#x153;and this time, we are staying with local contractors. i think it will be much better, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been like starting all over again.â&#x20AC;? Leonard added. He is targeting the end of January 2018 for an opening date. â&#x20AC;&#x153;of course, as with all things, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a window of time,â&#x20AC;? Leonard said. An artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rendering of The Shore Longboat. The restaurant, under construction on the former site of Mooreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Stone Crab Restaurant at 800 Broadway St., Longboat Key, is due to open in January 2018. Islander Image: Courtesy Shore

ISLAND RESIDENCE

Impeccably maintained 4BR3.5BA elevated residence with Fabulous Bay and Intracoastal Waterway views. Built in 1999 and second-floor addition in 2008, offering 3,600 sf of living area, 2 master suites, new kitchen in 2017, metal roof and deeded shared dock agreement. Convenient quiet location with short walk to beach. Adjacent Bayfront lot is also available. Offered at $979,000.

2217 GULF DRIVE, BRADENTON BEACH

Brock Real Estate Inc. Greg Brock REAL ESTATE BROKER

JOHN@CALLTHEISLANDERS.COM

941-896-8822

For details call associates Dave Moynihan 941-7200089, or Miguel Rosa, 941-447-5928.

Serving Anna Maria Island, Bradenton and Manatee County brockrealestatein.com

(941) 778-6066 WWW.CALLTHE ISLANDERS.COM

greg@brockrealestateinc.com

John van Zandt 6101 MARINA DR., HOLMES BEACH, FL 34217

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Old Florida with a New Twistâ&#x20AC;? Ă&#x153;Ă&#x153;Ă&#x153;Â°>Â&#x2DC;Â&#x2DC;>Â&#x201C;>Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x2C6;>Â&#x2C6;Ă&#x192;Â?>Â&#x2DC;`Ă&#x20AC;i>Â?Ă&#x152;Ă&#x17E;Â°VÂ&#x153;Â&#x201C;Ă&#x160;UĂ&#x160;Â&#x2122;{ÂŁÂ°xĂ&#x2C6;Ă&#x2021;Â°xĂ&#x201C;Ă&#x17D;{ xĂ&#x2021;Ă¤Ă&#x201C;Ă&#x160; >Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;>Ă&#x160; Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x2C6;Ă&#x203A;i]Ă&#x160; Â&#x153;Â?Â&#x201C;iĂ&#x192;Ă&#x160; i>VÂ&#x2026; More than 200 beautiful hand-selected properties to choose from. Stop by our offices or visit our web-site to book your next vacation in paradise!

Ă&#x17D;ÂŁxĂ&#x160;*Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;iĂ&#x160; Ă&#x203A;iÂ&#x2DC;Ă&#x2022;iĂ&#x160;UĂ&#x160; Â&#x2DC;Â&#x2DC;>Ă&#x160; >Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x2C6;> 941-779-0733 www.annamariaparadise.com

-/Ă&#x160;-iÂ?iVĂ&#x152;Â&#x2C6;Â&#x153;Â&#x2DC;Ă&#x160;Â&#x153;vĂ&#x160;New Construction Â&#x153;Â&#x2DC;Ă&#x160; \Ă&#x160;"* Ă&#x160; "1- Ă&#x160;ÂŁÂ&#x2021;{Ă&#x160;ÂŤÂ&#x201C;Ă&#x160;-Ă&#x2022;Â&#x2DC;`>Ă&#x17E;Ă&#x160; Ă&#x2022;Â&#x2DC;iĂ&#x160;Ă&#x201C;x REDUCED

PRICE

523 68TH ST., HOLMES BEACH 4 BEDROOMS / 3 BATHS SQFT. 2,656 $1,549,000

Own your own piece of paradise on the largest canal in Holmes Beach. This breathtaking home features window walls in the main living area, solid granite surfaces and a SUPERSIZED master suite with a private balcony overlooking the Grand Canal!

THE ISLANDER n June 21, 2017 n 27

Chambers sizzle with summer activities

Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce members guests can enjoy the chamber’s monthly business card exchange and then stick around for a painting session at the monthly mixer at 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 28, at Painting With a Twist, 5917 Manatee Ave., Bradenton. A turtle-themed painting session will be offered after the business event for $25 — and the artwork goes home with the artist. Cost for the mixer is $5 for members and $10 for non-members. RSVP’s are requested by the chamber. The chamber will gather at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 5, at The Feast Restaurant, 5406 Marina Drive, for a networking lunch. Cost is $15 for members and $25 for non-members. The Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce is conducting its annual membership drive through July 31, with perks for new and recommending members. And the chamber will conduct an election for its board of directors in the coming months. Four directors are running for re-election and five board spaces are opening with the balloting in the fall. For more information on programs or for event reservations, contact the chamber at 941-778-1541. The chamber is at 5313 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce will host a 360 New Member & Refresher breakfast at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 28, at the chamber office, 5390 Gulf of Mexico Drive. The breakfast, sponsored by Longboat Limousine/Suncoast Sedans, is limited to 20 attendees. The LBK chamber’s Networking at Noon will be at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 21, at Harry’s Continental Kitchen 545 St. Judes Drive, Longboat Key. Cost is $25 for member reservations, $30 for walk-in members and $35 for non-members. For more information on Longboat Key chamber events, call 941-383-2466, visit the website at longboatkeychamber.com or stop by the office at 5390 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Suite 102, Longboat Key.

Jen and Mark Bowman of Keller Williams on the Water in Holmes Beach speak to fellow chamber members June 14 at the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce sunrise breakfast, held at the Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, 4000 Gulf Drive. The next chamber event will be a business mixer at 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 28, at Painting With a Twist in Bradenton. Islander Photo: Courtesy of AMICofC

PropertyWatch

Island real estate sales

By Jesse Brisson Special to The Islander 206 78th St., Holmes Beach, a 2,602 sfla / 4,256 sfur 5bed/4½bath/2car pool home built in 2015 on a 6,000 sq ft lot was sold 05/01/17, Tropical Island Homes LLLP to Carkner Properties LLC for $1,575,000; list $1,679,000. 213 Elm Ave., Anna Maria, a 2,294 sfla / 4,514 sfur 3bed/3bath/2car pool home built in 2002 on a 8,657 sq ft lot was sold 04/28/17, MaCartney to Heron House LLC for $1,220,000; list $1,229,550. 2513 Ave. C, Bradenton Beach, a 2,418 sfla / 3,732 sfur 5bed/4½bath/2car pool home built in 2014 on a 5,009 sq ft lot was sold 04/28/17, 2513 Avenue C LLC to Prout for $1,050,000; list $1,195,000. 106 Willow Ave., Anna Maria, a 836 sfla 2bed/1bath home built in 1920 on a 5,489 sq ft lot was sold 04/28/17, Gulfside Development LLC to Forsythe for $987,500; list $999,500. 1407 Gulf Drive S., Unit 207, Coquina Moorings, Bradenton Beach, a 1,262 sfla / 1,294 sfur 2bed/2bath condo with shared pool built in 1982 was sold 05/09/17,

Baker to Crowe for $804,001. 802 Gladiolus St., Anna Maria, a 2,238 sfla / 3,830 sfur 2bed/2½bath/2car home built in 1985 on a 6,940 sq ft lot was sold 05/08/17, Atkinson to 802 Gladiolus St LLC for $725,000; list $799,900. 217 67th St., Unit 4, Blue Lagoon, Holmes Beach, a 1,609 sfla 3bed/3bath condo built in 1971 sold 05/04/17, Pips Properties LLC to Hopson for $705,000. 502 74th St., Holmes Beach, a 2,000 sfla / 2,680 sfur 3bed/2bath/2car canalfront pool home built in 1959 on a 11,900 sq ft lot was sold 04/28/17, Stratton to Flanagan for $650,000; list $749,900. 7205 Gulf Drive, Unit A, Beach Villas of Anna Maria, Holmes Beach, a 1,032 sfla 3bed/2bath condo with pool built in 1970 was sold 04/28/17, Boron to Smith for $635,000; list $669,000. 606 Foxworth Lane, Holmes Beach, a 2,233 sfla / 2,833 sfur 3bed/2½bath/2car canalfront pool home built in 1970 on a 10,977 sq ft lot was sold 04/28/17, Ladd to Brien for $630,000; list $659,000. 506 59th St., Holmes Beach, a 1,490 sfla / 3,824 sfur 3bed/2bath home with dock built in 1986 on a 7,979 sq ft lot was sold 04/26/17, Godfrey to Taylor for $625,000; list $635,000. Jesse Brisson, broker/associate at Gulf-Bay Realty of Anna Maria, can be reached at 941-778-7244.

MIKE NORMAN REALTY EST. 1978

PALMA SOLA PARK ~ 6 BEDROOM HOME

RENTAL HOME OWNERS Why pay more than 15% commission for great quality and outstanding service? Benefit from our state-of-the art tools: Responsive website, online booking, travel insurance, safe credit card processing, 24/7 inquiry responder, keyless, every day check-in.

PALMA SOLA PARK – 6 BEDROOM POOL HOME Spanish Mediterraneanstyle 6-BR/3.5 BA home with more than 5,000 sq. ft. This unique home offers a rooftop deck and a pool with waterfall, enclosed in a spacious, screened lanai. New roof in 2015. Just minutes to the beach. $649,000

Family owned and managed: Enjoy the personal touch – be treated as a VIP and not like a number. Get in touch with us. Let us detail our favorable conditions for renting and managing your rental. We also serve you in German, French, Italian and Spanish.

!"#$%&'()*+,*#'' -).*/&*0'1*",'2&3"3*'4#5$*#'' Visit us: Florida Dreams Realty of AMI Inc.

3340 East Bay Drive, Holmes Beach FL 34217 Office 941-462-4016 Cell 941-779-5700 Email: info@florida-dreams.com www.florida-dreams.com

Mike Norman Realty 800-367-1617 • 941-778-6696 31O1 GULF DR HOLMES BEACH

Download our FREE APP

www.mikenormanrealty.com sales@mikenormanrealty.com

INC

28 n JuNE 21, 2017 n THE ISLANDER

Sandy’s Lawn Service Inc. Established in 1983 Residential and Commercial Full service lawn maintenance Landscaping – Clean-up Hauling tree trimming Licensed & Insured

Paradise Improvements

941.792.5600

Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Specialist Replacement Doors and Windows

Andrew Chennault

FULLY LICENSED AND INSURED Island References Lic#CBC056755

CBC 1253471

RDI CONSTRUCTION INC. Residential & Condo Renovations Kitchens • Bath • Design Service Carpentry • Flooring • Painting Commercial & Residential

References available • 941-720-7519

Bed: A bargain!

King, Queen, Full & Twin, pre-owned from $30 new/used. 941-922-5271 www.sleepking.net

ISLANDERCLASSIFIEDS ITEMS FOR SALE

BOATS & BOATING

ADULT TRICYCLE: BRAND new, big seat, large basket, still in box! $275, ﬁrm. 941-524-1025.

BIMINI BAY SAILING: Small sailboat rentals and instruction. Day. Week. Month. Sunﬁsh, Laser, Windrider 17 and Precision 15. Call Brian at 941685-1400.

TEXAS HOLD ‘EM table: Great condition, accessories, $100. Bed rails for hospital bed, new, $100. 941-224-4417. MOVING SALE: TWO new sofas, one is queensize sleeper with chair, upholstered swivel rocker, end tables, ﬁve-piece modern dinette set, king headboard with matching dresser, night stands, miscellaneous lamps. 813-967-4673. GIRLS BIKE: NEW, 26-inch. $75. 941-7786172. ANTIQUE PARTNER DESK: All wood, $1,000. See at The Islander ofﬁce, 3218 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. FOUR OAK OFFICE chairs: Antiques, perfect for eclectic dining set. The Islander newspaper, 3218 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach.

FREEBIE ITEMS FOR SALE Individuals may place one free ad with up to three items, each priced $100 or less, 15 words or less. FREE, one week, must be submitted online. Email classiﬁeds@islander.org, fax toll-free 1-866-3629821. (limited time offer)

Island Limousine

ANNOUNCEMENTS

PROMPT, COURTEOUS SERVICE AIRPORT PERMITTED & LIVERY INSURED IslandLimo.net

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETING: 7 p.m. Thursday nights at Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Bradenton Beach. Contact number: 813-494-6518.

941-779-0043

WANTED: WORKOUT DVDs and retired but working XBox, Wii units with games for Ministry of Presence for kids and teens in Haiti. Deliver to The Islander, 3218 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. WANTED: YOUR OLD cell phone for recycling. Deliver to The Islander, 3218 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach.

AdoptA-Pet

AERIAL PHOTOS of Anna Maria Island. View and purchase online: www.jackelka.com.

abby is a 7-year-old mixed-breed dog. She enjoys walks and belly rubs. She’s a sweet and friendly couch potato. She gets along nicely with large dogs, but not a fan of small dogs or cats. She has a tail that never stops, earning her nickname “Wags!” to meet her, please, email moonraceranimalrescue@gmail.com or call 941-896-6701. Check out our website at www.moonraceranimalrescue. com or visit The Islander ofﬁce next to Walgreens in Holmes Beach for more … SPONSORED BY

ANSWERS TO JUNE 21 PUZZLE

G O B I

O M A N

F E S T

V E R G E S

F L E E T E D

W E A T H E R W O R D S

A G E E S

S A B L E

A R S E N I O

N E A R

V O G T I O R C S U S E H E A L I A L L O W D I A M O E S S E N

T S A L A A B B O O R R T C F A E R L E L E A R S T N E I N N D E S

F L I E S D A M O N D O R A

H I T M E H A R R O D S

S T A R M A P

O M E R N A L E E R M S S H E F R O S C I A O S A N D T O R K S I G R O M L E U S P O E N O R S S I E A L I E U I T S R O S B I N T E I A G E A N S O L C O T T L A N E

A S S E T

O L E A T E

B O T H B L I N D S

A T R A

S H O W E O R S C A D R O T T E A D D O A N

N I S P O A N T H O O F T R U N B Y

S P A D E

H E D E R E B E S

B R I D A L T H I N G S

B O R A

S W A Y

E Y E R O L L

L E S T E R

A V O N

L E N O

S L E W

FREE GUN LOCK courtesy of Project Childsafe, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and Holmes Beach Police Department. Pick up at The Islander ofﬁce, 3218 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. Don’t be sorry, be safe.

GARAGE SALES ROSER THRIFT SHOP: Open 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday. Donations preferred on Wednesdays, 9-11 a.m. 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. 941-779-2733. BRADENTON BEACH FIRE Lodge is hosting a garage sale: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, June 24. 201 Second St. N., Bradenton Beach. INSIDE SALE: SATURDAY and Sunday, June 24-25. 529 69th St., Holmes Beach. Two queen and one single bed, furniture, chairs, dining set, household. 941-778-2268.

PETS PET PAL PET sitting: Short and long term, in your house or mine. 18-year Island resident. 941-7045937. e.davies5937@gmail.com. PLEASE FOSTER A pet! Moonracer Animal Rescue. www.moonraceranimalrescue.com.

Place classiﬁed ads online at www.islander.org

PONTOON BOAT RENTAL Create life long memories. Call 941-778-2121 or see boatflorida.net. 2004 SAILFISH 2100 bay boat: Anna Maria. Engine hours, 150, ProFish package, two 160quart fish boxes, raw water wash down, remote fill (four-stroke) dual battery switch, Bimini top. Maintained, clean. $22,000. John, 941-8095889.

HELP WANTED INSURANCE AGENCY: HOLMES Beach hiring full-time 2-20 or 4-40 licensed insurance customer service representative. Must have at least three years experience with multi-line, independent insurance agency. Please, inquire: brent. moss@greatﬂorida.com or 941-567-6266. REPORTER WANTED: Full-to-part-time. Print media, newspaper experience or journalism degree required. Apply via email with letter of interest to news@islander.org.

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 I DON’T CUT corners, I clean corners. Professional, friendly cleaning service since 1999. 941779-6638. Leave message. ISLAND COMPUTER GUY, 37 years experience. On-site PC repairs, upgrades, buying assistance and training. Call Bill, 941-778-2535.

CLEANING: RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL and resort. Love what we do, love to work. 941756-4570. PRESSURE WASHING AND windows: Commercial, residential and resorts. Roofs, buildings, houses driveways, paver sealing, etc. 941-2515948. AUTHORITY ONE SERVICES: Cleaning, vacation rentals, resorts, real estate, commercial/residential cleaning. Ask about our other services. Call 941-565-3931.

U FLY I drive your car anywhere in the USA. Airport runs, anywhere. Ofﬁce, 941-447-6389. 941-545-6688. NEED A RIDE to the airports? Tampa $65, St. Pete, $55, Sarasota, $30. Call Gary, 863-4095875. Email: gvoness@aol.com. WILDLIFE REMOVAL AND relocation: Problem solving for all animals, big and small. Call Joe, Westcoast Nuisance Wildlife Service. 941-7204152. More ads = more readers in The Islander.

$10 DINER MUGS

@ The Islander, 3218 E. Bay Drive, HB

THE ISLANDER n JuNE 21, 2017 n 29

SERVICES Continued

HOME IMPROVEMENT

DO YOU NEED help with your yard? I cut grass, trim bushes, weed, mulch, plant, rake leaves, etc. $15/hour. Call Richard, 941-405-9372.

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

BUSINESS-TO-BUSINESS JDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Window Cleaning looking for storefront jobs in Holmes Beach. I make dirty windows sparkling clean. 941-9203840. 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. CAC184228. ANYONE CAN TAKE a picture. A professional creates a portrait. I want to be at your wedding! www.jackelka.com. 941-778-2711. RELAXING MASSAGE IN the convenience of your home or hotel. Massage by Nadia, more than 19 years on Anna Maria Island. Call today for an appointment, 941-518-8301. MA#0017550. MA#0017550.

LAWN & GARDEN CONNIEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LANDSCAPING INC. Residential and commercial. Full-service lawn maintenance, landscaping, cleanups, hauling and more! Insured. 941-778-5294. TREES BY BREEZE: Tree trimming, landscapes, maintenance, insured. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s said is good as done.â&#x20AC;? 941-778-2837. ISLAND LAWN SPRINKLER Service: Repairs, installs. Your local sprinkler company since 1997. Call Jeff, 941-778-2581.

SHELL DELIVERED AND spread. $55/yard. Hauling all kinds of gravel, mulch, top soil with free estimates. Call Larry at 941-795-7775, â&#x20AC;&#x153;shell phoneâ&#x20AC;? 941-720-0770. NATUREâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DESIGN LANDSCAPING. Design and installation. Tropical landscape specialist. Residential and commercial. 35 years experience. 941-448-6336. STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPE: Shell, lime rock, palms, river rock, construction demolition, fencing, pressure washing, hauling debris and transport. Shark Mark, 941-301-6067.

CUSTOM REMODELING EXPERT. All phases of carpentry, repairs and painting. Insured. Meticulous, clean, sober and prompt. Paul Beauregard, 941-730-7479.

TILE -TILE -TILE. All variations of ceramic tile supplied and installed. Quality workmanship, prompt, reliable, many Island references. Call Neil, 941-726-3077. GRIFFINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOME IMPROVEMENTS Inc. Handyman, ďŹ ne woodwork, countertops, cabinets and wood ďŹ&#x201A;ooring. Insured and licensed. 941-722-8792.

TOO BIG or TOO SMALL. Free Estimates. Call Dan, 941-713-3108

No Job

HURRICANE

Windows & Doors 941-730-5045

$YDLODEOH $We

ISLE TILE: QUALITY installation ďŹ&#x201A;oors, counters, backsplashes, showers. Licensed, insured. Call Chris at 941-302-8759.

ANNA MARIA HOME Accents: 20 years experience in building and remodeling. Local, licensed and insured. No job too small. We accept all major credit cards. 786-318-8585. I CAN FIX that! No job too small. 20 years experience. Remodel, new construction. Call Brent, 941-524-6965.

PROFESSIONAL PAINTING SERVICES: Prompt and reliable, meticulous, thorough, quality workmanship. Interior/exterior, wallpaper removal. Also minor repairs and carpentry. Free written estimates. Bill Witaszek, 941-3079315.

3218 E. BAY DRIVE, HOLMES BEACH 941.778.7978 â&#x20AC;˘ WWW.ISLANDER.ORG

CALL THE ISLANDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FINESTâ&#x20AC;Ś MORE THAN 2,500 LARGE AND SMALL PROJECTS ON AMI SINCE 1988!

We provide design plans~You preview 3-D drawings

WASH FAMILY CONSTRUCTION 941.725.0073

>Ă&#x20AC;Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;Ă&#x160; Â°Ă&#x160;7>Ă&#x192;Â&#x2026;Ă&#x160;UĂ&#x160;State Lic. CBC1258250

LOCALLY OWNED AND FAMILY OPERATED SINCE 1988

REAL ESTATE PHOTOGRAPHY

ISLAND GATER RESTORATIONS: Interior/exterior, painting, pressure cleaning, drywall repair, textures, stucco. Danny, 941-720-8116. islandgater@gmail.com. ONLINE SERVICE: Did you know you can place classified ads and subscribe online with our secure server? Check it out at www.islander. org. THE ISLANDER. The best news on Anna Maria Island since 1992. TURN THE PAGE for more Islander classiďŹ eds.

___________

____________ ___________

___________

____________ ___________

___________

____________ ___________

___________

CLASSIFIED RATES: Minimum $12 for up to 15 WORDS. 16-30 words: $20. 31-45 words: $40. BOX ad: additional $4. (Phone number is a "word.")

The deadline is NOON Monday every week for Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s paper. _________

POOL CAGES, LANAIS, PORCHES, WINDOWS, DOORS

WEATHERSIDE LLC

____________ ___________

_________

DANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S RESCREEN INC.

JERRYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOME REPAIR: Carpentry, handyman, light hauling, pressure washing. Jack of all trades. Call 941-778-6170 or 941-447-2198.

CLASSIFIED AD ORDER

Run issue date(s) _________

iĂ&#x153;Ă&#x160; Â&#x153;Â&#x2DC;Ă&#x192;Ă&#x152;Ă&#x20AC;Ă&#x2022;VĂ&#x152;Â&#x2C6;Â&#x153;Â&#x2DC;Ă&#x160;UĂ&#x160;,iÂ&#x201C;Â&#x153;`iÂ?Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;} Â?Â?Ă&#x160;*Â&#x2026;>Ă&#x192;iĂ&#x192;Ă&#x160;Â&#x153;vĂ&#x160;*Â?Ă&#x2022;Â&#x201C;LÂ&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;}Ă&#x160;,iÂŤ>Â&#x2C6;Ă&#x20AC;Ă&#x160;EĂ&#x160;-iĂ&#x20AC;Ă&#x203A;Â&#x2C6;Vi Â&#x2122;{ÂŁÂ&#x2021;Ă&#x2021;Ă&#x2021;nÂ&#x2021;Ă&#x17D;Â&#x2122;Ă&#x201C;{Ă&#x160;Ă&#x160;Â&#x153;Ă&#x20AC;Ă&#x160;Â&#x2122;{ÂŁÂ&#x2021;Ă&#x2021;Ă&#x2021;nÂ&#x2021;{{Ă&#x2C6;ÂŁĂ&#x160;UĂ&#x160;xxĂ¤nĂ&#x160; >Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;>Ă&#x160; Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x2C6;Ă&#x203A;i]Ă&#x160; Â&#x153;Â?Â&#x201C;iĂ&#x192;Ă&#x160; i>VÂ&#x2026;

.com

941-778-2711

OK<I@FI a "EK<I@FI IFE< a <I@8C a ,KF:B )FJK 8I;J a IF:?LI<J /" ( a ; <J@>E

WE LIKE LIKES f acebook.com/ Islandernewspaper

WE TWEET TOO

_________ or TFN start date: ______________

Amt. pd _________________ Date _____________ Ck. No.ďż˝ _________ Cash ďż˝ _______ By _________ Credit card payment: ďż˝

d ďż˝ u No.

_____________________________________________________

Name shown on card: ____________________________________________card exp. date ______ / ______ House no. or P.O. box no. on cc bill ________________________Billing address zip code ________________ Your e-mail for renewal reminder: ____________________________________________________________

Web site: www.islander.org 3218 E. Bay Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217

LIC#CBC1253145

FEMALE CAREGIVER SEEKING employment. Light housekeeping, making meals, running errands. CertiďŹ ed, references. Call Michelle, 801833-8146.

Family Owned and Operated since 1975

Residential & Commercial #CFC1426596

ISLANDERCLASSIFIEDS

CHRISTIEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PLUMBING

E-mail: classifieds@islander.org Fax toll free: 1-866-362-9821 Phone: 941-778-7978

@ami_islander

30 n JuNE 21, 2017 n THE ISLANDER

I S L A N D E R C L A S S I F I E D S RENTALS

RENTALS Continued

REAL ESTATE Continued

WEEKLY/MONTHLY/ANNUAL rentals: wide variety, changes daily. SunCoast Real Estate, 941-779-0202, or 1-800-732-6434. www.suncoastinc.com.

RENTAL: 606 KEY Royale, Holmes Beach. Sixmonth rental, available now until January 10, 2018. 3BR/3BA, pool, canal, $3,500 per month. Utilities included. Call Bob, 321-287-1779.

SEASONAL RENTAL: 3BR/2BA, one-car garage. Retro 1960s, pet-friendly, fenced yard, RV/boat parking available. $700/week, $2,500/month. 941-795-7775 or 941-720-0770.

ANNUAL RENTAL: TROPICAL canalfront home on Key Royale. Pool with spillover spa. 2BR/2BA, two-car garage boatlift, ďŹ re pit, new paint and ďŹ&#x201A;ooring. Unfurnished. $3,500/month, available July 1. Call 941-730-1086.

STARTING FROM THE upper $200,000s. Only minutes from the beach, this new, active adult community is perfectly located just south of Manatee Avenue off Village Green Parkway. Perfectly designed, open 2BR or 3BR/2BA plus den and two-car garage ďŹ&#x201A;oor plans. Luxurious amenities, pool, spa, gym, pickleball and fenced-in dog park. HOA only $190/month. Models open daily. Contact us, 941-254-3330. www.MirabellaFlorida.com.

WEEKLY, MONTHLY, SEASONAL rentals. Brand new luxury condos. Spectacular views from living, kitchen, master. 3BR/3BA. New, quiet community located on Anna Maria Sound. 727-482-4766. LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? You can read Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classiďŹ eds on Tuesday at www. islander.org. And itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s FREE!

PERICO BAY CLUB, AS GOOD AS IT GETS! PEND

ING

ANNUAL RENTAL: HOLMES Beach: Beautiful 3BR/2BA canalfront house, heated pool, large lanai, garage, dock, new lift. Renovated, single ďŹ&#x201A;oor, expansive water views! $4,000/month. 529 70th St. Diana, 603-591-0604. WWW.ISLANDER.ORG: Useful tools and links, fun stuff and important infoâ&#x20AC;Ś The Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best classiďŹ ed section.

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE: BUY, sell, invest. Enjoy. Billi Gartman, Realtor, An Island Place Realty. 941-5458877. www.AnnaMariaLife.com. QUESTIONS ABOUT REAL estate? Ask Amy anything about AMI real estate at the Island Coffee Haus, Holmes Beach, every Wednesday all day long. www.islandlivingami.com.

MIKE NORMAN REALTY

PEACEFUL VIEWS OF LAKEFRONT

ptional customer service for all your short or long s "2 "! $EN s SQ FT lifetime, we will help you find your perfect

EST. 1978

s -ULTITUDE OF AMENITIES $349,900

For professional real estate sales, call a true island native, born and raised on Anna Maria Island. Marianne Norman-Ellis. 941.778.6696

ght needâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;Ś..buy, rent and your piece of G D I Nfinance PEN

s "ED "ATH s SQFT s .EW !# 7ATER (EATER s -ULTITUDE OF AMENITIES $194,900

Mike Norman Realty

Make Your Life Easier!â&#x20AC;?

For the island lifestyle, call Lynn Zemmer, 941-778-8104.

DREAM VACATIONS FOR YOUR â&#x20AC;&#x153;We Work Hard To Make Your Life Easier!â&#x20AC;? VACATION DREAMS 941-778-8104 Ofc 877-778-0099 Toll Free 104 Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach

1301&35: ."/"(&.&/5 t 3&"- &45"5& 4"-&4 t 7"$"5*0/ 3&/5"-4

vacationhomes.com 104 Bridge St., Bradenton Beach 1lending.com 941-778-8104

877-778-0099 Toll Free Edgewatervacationhomes.com et, Bradenton Edgewaterrealestateami.com Beach mer Broker/Owner

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising herein is subject to the Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination Familial status includes children under age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777 or for the hearing impaired, call 0-800-543-8294.

Place classiďŹ ed ads online at www.islander.org EXPERIENCE REPUTATION RESULTS SALES/RENTALS 43 Years of Professional Service to Anna Maria Island

Heronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Watch 10 minutes to beaches. 4 BR + Den. Excellently maintained, tastefully decorated. MLS A4142821. $373,900. 101-103 26th St. W. BUILD NEW with river view, keep historical cottage. $419,000. VACATION/SEASONAL RENTALS GULFFRONT PROPERTIES BOOKING NOW 941-778-0807

tdolly1@yahoo.com â&#x20AC;˘ www.tdollyyoungrealestate.com

Gulf-Bay Realty of Anna Maria Inc. Jesse Brisson - Broker Associate, GRI 941-713-4755 800-771-6043 BEAUTY ON THE CANAL: This 3bed/2bath on a corner lot is surrounded with water. The home features an open plan with, spacious lanai, 2-car garage, pool, tiki hut, boat dock, boat lift, all on a lush tropical large corner lot on sailboat water. $749,900 SWEEPING GULF VIEWS: This 2bed/2bath condo at Anna Maria Island Club has breathtaking Gulf views from the living room and the master bedroom. A rare opportunity to own at one of the most soughtafter condo complexes on the Island. $725,000

Call Jesse Brisson â&#x20AC;˘ 941-713-4755

WE UNDERSTAND THE VALUE OF EVERY DOLLAR. Reach more than 20,000 people weekly with your ad for as little as $12! Call 941.778.7978 3218 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach

classiďŹ eds@islander.org â&#x20AC;˘ www.islander.org

RELEASE DATE: 6/18/2017

New York Times Sunday Magazine Crossword

THE ISLANDER n JuNE 21, 2017 No. 0611n 31

THINK TWICE

BY CHARLES M. DEBER / EDITED BY WILL SHORTZ

54 Intimates 1 Zip along 55 Wash’n ____ (towelette brand) 7 Example of 22- and of 65-Across 56 Caribbean land whose capital 12 Conscience-stricken is St. George’s 19 Opposites of alphas 59 It’ll knock you out 20 It may be grand 60 Ricochet 21 “Hah!” 62 Ambition for 22 7- and 112-Across an actor 24 Flashing lights 64 In view 25 What scouts gather 65 7- and 31-Across 26 Intentions 67 “So long,” for short 27 Donkey’s call 69 Part of a machine 29 Naval engineer assembly 31 Example of 65-Across 71 Like Odin or Thor and 39-Down 72 Titter 33 Subsides slowly 73 Some scratchy attire 37 Org. for ex-G.I.s 74 “Sprechen ____ 40 Diddley and Derek Deutsch?” 41 Farewells 75 Lowest points in Florence 76 Car for which you 42 Take temporarily “listen to her tachin’ up now, a 44 First lady listen to her whine,” before Bess in a 1964 hit 47 116-Across and 78 Land in the Seine 96-Down 79 “I cannot tell ____” 49 Levin who wrote “A Kiss Before 81 “Nuh-uh!” Dying” 82 Film critic Christopher 50 Silver, for example, in the opening 83 112-Across and to TV’s “The Lone 96-Down Ranger” 86 Dress adornment 51 Torah receptacles 87 Lathers (up) 52 A professional may 89 Not esos or estos need one to practice: 90 Coiled killer Abbr. 91 Nikon product, 53 Work unit for short Online subscriptions: Today’s 92 “____ Rebel” puzzle and more (1962 No. 1 hit) Answers: than 4,000 past puzzles, 93 Example of 34-Down page 28 nytimes.com/crosswords ($39.95 a year). and 108-Across AC RO SS

94 Dimes, essentially 97 Straight 100 “Othello” traitor 101 Milky gems 105 Admit 108 93- and 116-Across 112 Example of 83- and 22-Across 113 “Little Women” author 114 Ruined 115 Dead Sea Scrolls sect 116 Example of 108- and 47-Across 117 “See ya!” DOWN

1 Desert crossed by the Silk Road 2 Gulf state 3 Celebration 4 Writer/critic James and family 5 Animal with luxurious fur 6 Org. with a “3-1-1” rule 7 Twenty-one words 8 Give ____ all 9 Damage 10 Blight victim 11 Film again 12 Money in the bank, e.g. 13 This and that 14 Razor brand 15 Example of 39- and 34-Down 16 Lang. heard in Haifa 17 Before, to a bard 18 ____ Moines

20 Bugs about the trash 23 Toil 28 Competitor of PetroCanada 30 Scrub, as a mission 31 Squealer 32 They may be high in a fallout zone 34 93-Across and 15-Down 35 When repeated, a Polynesian getaway 36 What trees do in fierce storms 37 Is on the brink 38 Passed quickly 39 31-Across and 15-Down 41 Len of stage and screen 42 They’re often pulled at night 43 131/2-inch gold-plated figure 45 Hall of fame 46 A mere stone’s throw from 47 Upscale London retailer 48 Fatty-acid compound 55 One of a pair of best friends in Greek legend 56 Heights of achievement 57 Witherspoon of “Legally Blonde” 58 Fussed over, as a grandchild 60 Like some diplomats 61 AOL alternative 63 Skeptical response 65 Dudes

26 29 38

27 31

40 45

32 42

56 61

63 67

79 84

107

100 108

109

110

101

113

114

115

116

117

84 ____ the Explorer 85 Guide to studying the night sky 86 What “Mc-” means in a name 88 Richard Strauss opera 90 Sired, biblically 93 Is disposed 94 Need for a professional designer

96 102

103

104

111

112

66 Puts forward 68 Holt of NBC News 70 Part in an animated film 72 “Well, look what I did!” 75 Lightly bite 76 Word of wonder 77 “Really!” 79 Ear: Prefix 80 Den denizen

93 97

106

73 77

65 69

105

95 “Me So ____” (1989 rap chart-topper) 96 Example of 47- and of 83-Across 98 Excited cry in a casino 99 Highest score in baccarat 100 Privy to 102 ____ Barksdale, drug dealer on “The Wire”

103 Jay who preceded Jimmy 104 Big bunch 105 Juice drink 106 Fleur-de-____ 107 ____ Palmas, Spain 109 90° bend 110 Obama health law, for short 111 Old, clumsy ship

Visit WWW.ISLANDER.ORG for the best news on Anna Maria Island.

Everything you’re looking for

www.annamariaislandresorts.net

877.867.8842

32 n JuNE 21, 2017 n THE ISLANDER