The Islander Newspaper E-Edition: Wednesday, October 25, 2017

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The Best News on Anna Maria Island Since 1992 AsTheWorldTerns wish for a ‘reel’ pier. 6

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The Islander editorial, reader letters. 6

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Looking back. 7

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On the government calendar. 8 Island officials appeal to state for dollars. 10 Bradenton Beach group forms PAC. 10

Happenings

Community announcements, activities. 12-13

Make plans, save a date. 14

Streetlife. 16 Moose members to the rescue. 17 Post-Irma cleanup continues. 19

Sea turtles wrap up season. 20 Bradenton Beach P&Z reconvenes. 21

Obituaries. 22 AME achieves ‘excellence.’ 24 ‘Something Wicked.’ 27 Season for soccer. 28 Fast-action species keep anglers busy. 29 Business awards. 30 Classifieds. 32

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By Sandy ambrogi islander reporter “our ancestors gave us a pier that lasted a hundred years. i think we should do the same for the next generation.”

So said commissioner doug copeland oct. 17 regarding which path to pursue in rebuilding the landmark anna maria city pier. and so they did. the anna maria city commission voted unanimously oct. 17 to move forward with plans for the rehabilitation of the pier, 100 S. Bay Blvd. the vote was somewhat unexpected, occurring at a special meeting. the wooden structure already was suffering from wear and tear when Hurricane irma roared through the area Sept. 10-11, causing major damage to the site that “is” anna maria to so many visitors and residents. on oct. 17, commissioners listened to Jay Saxena of the city’s contracted engineering firm, Ayres Associates of Tampa, as he narrated a powerpoint presentation showing costs and time lines for the rehab of the pier, including the restaurant and bait shop at the end of the walkway. the engineers working with the city of anna maria are striving to extend the service life of a new pier while maintaining the historical aspects of the original pier. three associates, christopher martin, Jan ash and Hisham Sunna, answered questions and offered detailed explanations in Looking east on Pine Avenue in Anna Maria to Tampa Bay, classic cars share the road their areas of expertise. ayres associates did with pedestrians at the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce’s annual Bayfest. The pLeaSe See Pier page 3 Oct. 21 festival featured music, crafts, food and refreshments. Islander Photo: Jack Elka

Bradenton Beach accolades wind up in another brouhaha

By chrisann Silver esformes islander reporter it is customary in Bradenton Beach for the city commission to award volunteers certificates of appreciation for their service when they leave a board or committee. apparently, timing is everything. at an oct. 19 city commission meeting, an agenda item to award certificates to nine former members of city boards was amended to only include those members who are not being sued by the city. nine board members have resigned since aug. 7, when the city voted to join a lawsuit

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initiated by ex-mayor Jack clarke for alleged Sunshine Law violations against thenplanning and zoning board members reed mapes, John metz, patty Shay and Bill Vincent, along with Scenic Shearon Waves partnership committee chair tjet martin and Waves member rose Vincent.

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nition for the former board members on the oct. 19 agenda.

But as the meeting began, commissioner John chappie, who is challenging Shearon in the nov. 7 Chappie election for the mayor’s seat, asked to remove the recognition for the six former board members targeted in the clarke lawsuit.

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of the people in litigation and take it up after litigation is complete,” chappie said. “they served many good years, it’s important that we recognize them, but at a later date.”

Shearon said city clerk terri Sanclemente expressed concern when he submitted the request to her for board recognition on the agenda.

He then spoke with attorney mark Barnebey of Blalock Walters p.a. of Bradenton about the recognition. according to Shearon, Barnebey said it would not be a problem to award certificates to the six board members named in the lawsuit, since they were being recognized for work done in the past. “i still think it would be a mistake not to recognize them for their years of service prior to the litigation,” Shearon said. “that could go into the record.” chappie said he was concerned that Shearon wanted anything to go on the record, as the commission is not supposed to discuss the lawsuit outside of shade meetings. “i just made it as a suggestion,” Shearon replied.

“You’re taking it out of context.” a shade meeting is allowed between the city and its attorney to discuss pending litigation providing the attorney advises the city at a public meeting that he or she desires advice on the litigation. the subject matter must be confined to settlement negotiations or strategy related to the expense of the litigation. city attorney ricinda perry told the commission at the meeting that she spoke with the attorneys representing clake and the city in the suit and they told her that recognizing the members in litigation is inappropriate at this time.

Perry said the recognition would create a conflict that could weaken the city’s position.

Bradenton Beach resident Jim Hassett spoke out of turn and demanded to have his comment heard.

Shearon opened public comment for Hassett, who said he didn’t think Shearon wanted to make his state-

Bradenton Beach Mayor Bill Shearon presents a certificate of appreciation to Bona Lee Wortman, longtime member of the Bradenton Beach Scenic WAVES Partnership Committee.

The presentation occurred during a city commission meeting at city hall, 107 Gulf Drive N. Wortman, a founding member of WAVES, resigned from the board in August.

Islander Photo: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes ment on the record for the case, but that he suggested the motion passed 4-1, with Shearon voting it could be put on record that the certificates recog- “nay.” nized their volunteerism before the lawsuit.

“What’s happened is we’ve been slayed again. i New member appointed shake my head every time,” Hassett said. “there’s a denotation and a connotation in my opinion. no way to Scenic Waves in hell was he trying to say, ‘i want to get this in the connie morrow, president of runaway Bay record so it can be used, specifically, in your negocondominium association in Bradenton Beach, tiations.’ my hope is that when you lose the lawsuit, was unanimously appointed to hopefully you’re just as gracious in thanking those the Scenic WaVeS partnership people for their service.” committee oct. 19 by the city A vote was taken to withhold the certificates of commission. appreciation for the six defendants, to be reconsidered morrow was unable to after the lawsuit is concluded. attend the oct. 19 commisthe islander welcomes news of the milestones in readers’ lives — weddings, anniversaries, births, deaths, travels and other events. Submit notices and photographs with detailed captions — along with complete contact information — to news@islander.org.

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Pier continued from page 1 the initial assessment of the pier’s condition after Irma and found “extensive damage.” They recommended the city close the pier until it could be repaired.

The long-term “75- to 100-year plan” will take 68-82 weeks to complete — from permitting to the day when the public again can stroll the 800-foot-long walkway to the T-end.

Ayres estimates 30 weeks of construction.

Commissioners asked the Ayres team about differences between the “25-to 50-year repair plan” and the “75-to 100-year plan” officials eventually approved.

Saxena compared approving the short-term fix to applying a “Band-Aid” on a big wound.

“It’s like treating the symptoms and ignoring the disease,” Saxena said.

The long-term plan will create what the engineering firm dubbed a “superstructure.”

Existing substructures would be removed and replaced with 18-inch square precast piles and castin-place pile caps.

Spans will be 29-30 feet to maintain environmental impact areas and top planks will be placed with quarter-inch spacing to allow light to the area below the pier, encouraging seagrass growth. Estimated cost for substructure phase is $1,014,000.

Lumberlock planking, comprising recycled molded plastic with the color infused, would replace wooden planks, without affecting the aesthetics of the pier, according to Ayres. The planks will never need paint or stain. Fixtures, electrical, utility pipes, framing with corrosion resistant materials and above the deck materials would make up the next two phases of construction, at a cost of about $3,141,000.

Building, including interior finishes, would cost $776,000-$1.1 million.

Special permits from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and other agencies would be required and could take as long as 24 weeks to process, according to the Ayres team.

Commissioner Dale Woodland questioned the

Jay Saxena, of Ayres Associates, Tampa, attends a presentation Oct. 17 at a special meeting of the Anna Maria City Commission to discuss replacing the Historic Anna Maria City Pier. Islander Photos: Sandy Ambrogi

“superstructure” long-term build during the presentation period, wondering if a shorter, less expensive rehab would help pier and restaurant workers return to their livelihoods faster. In the end, Woodland also voted “yes” to moving forward with the long-term fix.

Mayor Dan Murphy, when discussing possible funding sources, said relief money made available after Irma would definitely assist with paying the check for the new pier.

Saxena said the state historical resources office would be consulted during the permitting process to understand what, if any role, it might have, in response to Commissioner Carol Carter’s question about the historical nature of the pier.

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Murphy said they considered a historical designation because of the associated grants but, to accomplish that, there could be six months of lead time. “I don’t think that’s what we want,” Murphy said.

Ash explained that as long as the building is not deemed historical, the rebuild doesn’t have to meet the criteria of a restoration.

“If it is an historical building, a lot of other regulations come to play with respect to restoration,” Ash said.

As for the 1,000 or so engraved planks currently on the pier walkway, the disposition remains up in the air. Current plans call for the walkway planks to be removed and stored.

Commissioners agreed the planks have “sentimental” value to islanders and should be repurposed into a memorial or display.

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4 candidates seek to fill 3 AM commission seats By terry o’connor islander reporter in anna maria, incumbent commissioners carol carter, doug copeland and dale Woodland are running for re-election, while newcomer Laurie Jo Higgins is campaigning for one of three available seats in the nov. 7 election. the top three anna maria vote-getters from 1,129 registered voters will gain two-year terms. anna maria’s polling place, precinct 301, is at roser memorial community church, 512 pine ave.

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“We are fighting to maintain our residential neighborhoods,” he said. “This is a fight we cannot afford to lose.” chappie said state legislative changes in 2011 diminishing or infringing on local government’s home and politics candidate forum at the islander. rule took away much of Bradenton Beach’s authority He said restoration of the anna maria city pier is to regulate vacation rentals. the top issue for his constituency. chappie also said he would work with the p&Z Woodland moved to the island in 1953 at the age board and residents to “make their voices heard.” of 5. He attended anna maria elementary and later studied mathematics at the university of florida. ralph Cole He worked as a computer systems developer until if re-elected to a second term, 38-year Bradenton he retired in 1996 and started Woodland’s Quality pool Beach resident cole, 56, is enthusiastic to continue the care to serve the island community. He cleans about work he began as chair of the community redevelop40 pools a week. ment agency. in a small community, “people are much more the cra encompasses the Bridge Street business vocal … because they can make a difference, and that’s district and the Historic Bridge Street pier. healthy.” “there’s a lot of things that still need to get accom“as long as you have dialogue, at least we’re plished, but i think based on what’s been done over working together,” he said. the last two years, we are moving in a great direction,” Woodland recognizes the debate about future of cole said. the center of anna maria island on magnolia avenue With a recently extended plan for the district, — city property — is a major issue. the cra is anticipating about $15 million in revenue Woodland said he has no immediate solution to spread over 30 years. the center’s financial woes, but “everyone wants the “I’m about Bradenton Beach, first and foremost,” community center to succeed.” cole said. “this is about moving forward with cra funds in a way that secures our future.”

Carol Carter carter is seeking a third term as commissioner.

She moved to anna maria in 2006, has a pre-med degree from mcdaniel college in maryland and a master’s degree in human development from the university of maryland. carter has served in leadership roles with several colleges throughout the years.

She said her focus for a new term would be to “continue to work on the health and safety of residents … and the environment on the island.” carter said her priorities include representing anna maria in tallahassee. She is the city’s liaison to the florida League of cities, which is developing a platform on short-term rental regulations and home rule. in addition, she said, she is involved with Home Sweet Home, an organization she co-founded to perBy chrisann Silver esformes suade families to rent long-term or buy property on the the islander island. the vote-by-mail ballots have gone out, and nov. carter attributes the rising cost of property and taxes to a 20.5 percent drop in the city’s population. 7 is election day in Bradenton Beach.

Voters can opt to re-elect mayor Bill Shearon or put commissioner John chappie in the mayor’s seat.

Doug Copeland additionally, voters in the city will decide who will a woodworker and cabinetmaker by trade, coperepresent Ward 3 on the city commission — incumbent land is seeking a third consecutive term. “i want to get the city pier park done,” copeland ralph cole or political newcomer randy White. the races are nonpartisan. said about his goals for a new term. “i’m not sure we the winning commission candidate will serve a can get the pier completed, but at least we can get that construction going and get the Bert Harris cases two-year term and will receive a $400 monthly sticompleted. then continue to try to work for the best pend. the candidate elected mayor will serve a two-year interests of the citizens.”

He believes settling the Bert Harris complaints will term and will receive $800 per month. of 755 registered voters in Bradenton Beach, 600 resolve much of the conflict in Anna Maria. voted in the november 2016 general election, which “We’ve weathered the storm,” he said. the Bert Harris Jr. private property rights protec- also included the presidential race.

Bradenton Beach registered voters will cast ballots tion act of 1995 allows property owners to seek relief if they can prove a government action lowered the tuesday, nov. 7, at precinct no. 307, the Bradenton Beach Volunteer fire Hall, 201 Second St. n. value of their property. copeland said he hopes the florida League of William “Bill” Shearon cities can help the city obtain stronger home rule. a former city commissioner, Shearon was elected copeland became an anna maria resident in 1974. up next, he said, is to convince more people to live to his first mayoral term in November 2013. He served a partial term due to a recall in may 2015 and was refull-time on the island. elected in november 2015.

Shearon, 70, born in chicago, has been a full-time laurie Jo Higgins Higgins, a 22-year resident of anna maria island resident of Bradenton Beach for 15 years.

Citing his accomplishments in office, Shearon said and a newcomer to politics, said she cares about a number of issues, including rising taxes, restoration he is proud to have led the city to a balanced budget. “in 2017 we presented a balanced budget for the of the pier, the plight of small business owners and the $190,000 in parking tickets assessed by officials first time in years,” Shearon said. “It was really a team effort.” in anna maria last year.

Shearon said he values input from residents and, if Higgins said she wants to break up the “good old re-elected, will continue to improve the flow of comboy’s club” of power in the city. munication to keep the city moving forward. “complacency has set in,” she said. “my job as mayor is to keep the communication “all the hype is for vacation rentals,” she said. “there’s a group of old people who are silent. they process moving fluidly,” Shearon said. “If re-elected, complain to me, and they don’t really have a voice.” i will work to make it mandatory that any ordinance Higgins said she is “100 percent in favor of more or resolution be discussed in a workshop before going green spaces,” but would prefer to see bicycles on to a vote.” sidewalks instead of bike paths, which she says are John Chappie dangerously close to vehicular traffic. a former manatee county commissioner, as well She said the city overstepped its bounds with its as former mayor and commissioner in Bradenton vacation rental ordinance.

“When you allow a 10-bedroom home to be built, Beach, chappie is challenging Shearon for his seat. what do you expect?” she said. “if you’re going to give Chappie filed “resign-to-run” paperwork, which keeps the building permit, that’s what you should expect.” him in office until his seat becomes vacant. His Ward 4 seat will be filled by commission appointment following the election, whether he wins or not.

Dale Woodland chappie, 64, born in dayton, ohio, has been a incumbent commissioner dale Woodland has served as commissioner more than 16 years through resident of Bradenton Beach for more than 43 years. as mayor, chappie says he would “rally the troops” eight terms.

Woodland, with 14 years in office, called himself a to fight legislation in Tallahassee that could threaten public servant, not a politician, at the oct. 13 popcorn home rule and historic districts across the state.

2 BB candidates vie for commission, 2 for mayor

randy White White, 58, has been a resident of Bradenton Beach since 2013 and is a commercial pilot with american eagle.

While this is his first election, he helped Shearon with his campaign in 2015 and assisted Ward 4 candidate Bill Vincent with his campaign in 2016, going door-to-door to help garner support for both men.

White says he thinks the current commission places more importance on the desires of business owners in the city than the residents.

“Business is great, i have nothing against it, but a business community is only as good as a healthy residential community,” White said. “it shouldn’t just be about Bridge Street. Let’s have some balance.”

White said he supports the cnoBB ballot initiatives for charter amendments. “good old-fashioned democracy,” White said. “that’s what they endeavor.”

5 HB candidates vie for 4 seats By terry o’connor islander reporter in the game of musical chairs, there’s one less seat than there are fannies to fill them. it’s the same with the Holmes Beach election for city commission.

Five people, including first-time candidates Jim Kihm and rick Hurst, and three incumbents whose two-year terms expire in november, commissioners pat morton and carol Soustek and marvin grossman, qualified to run for office in Holmes Beach. the candidate with the fewest votes will be eliminated. the candidate with the next-fewest votes will be elected to a one-year term, and the three top votegetters win two-year terms. nonpartisan commission seats represent the citywide electorate. Holmes Beach had 2,780 registered voters as of oct. 16, according to michael Bennett, manatee county supervisor of elections.

Marvin Grossman it’s no surprise grossman, a Holmes Beach city commissioner since 2012, is extending a welcoming hand to what can be the most infuriating contingent in Holmes Beach: short-term renters. “i think we should be looking for common ground,” grossman said.

“Well, it’s taken me a number of years to learn how to get things done that will positively affect our future, most of all to get some kind of consensus,” he said. grossman and Jane, his late wife of 40 years, moved to Holmes Beach in 1996.

He says the short-term rental boom has driven some families from the community. pLeaSe See HB CANDiDAteS, next page

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HB CANDiDAteS continued from page 4 Vacationers sometimes party nonstop after arriving to Holmes Beach, which can disrupt residential neighbors to the point where they call the police. grossman said welcoming guests into the community is a better than becoming adversarial.

“First, we need to take a firm position on noise, traffic and parking,” he said. “But we need to take a positive stand, also. Welcome them to the island and somehow communicate we live in paradise and it’s a sane, low-key friendly place.” grossman also has crusaded for improvements to the city’s dog park. rick Hurst Hurst qualified for the election on the last possible day.

He’s been running hard ever since.

Hurst’s late burst includes an influx of funding.

He’s raised $1,665 and spent $949, which are totals second in the race only to Kihm. if elected, Hurst said his focus will be on keeping Holmes Beach a place where people would rather own a home than a rental property. a Holmes Beach resident since 2013, Hurst said he’s concerned by the erosion of community events. “that’s why i’m running,” he said. “i think i can help. i will work to restore a sense of community, a lot of which has been lost.” other platform planks include working to solve problems with short-term rental properties, he said, including the Bert Harris lawsuits where city liability now exceeds $28 million.

Hurst said he will “manage Bert Harris suits to eliminate the potential of tax increases or city bankruptcy.”

Home rule also is important to the first-time candidate. “i will campaign against any state legislation that limits home rule and our ability to decide our own destiny,” Hurst wrote. “i am raising a child on the island, which creates

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a strong motive to make this a great place to reside,” Hurst said.

Jim Kihm Kihm has $4,265 in his political war chest.

His opponents in the race for four seats on the Holmes Beach city commission have raised a combined $3,230.

Kihm also has an endorsement from departing commissioner Jean peelen in his pocket. the Logansport, indiana, native said he will bring his business background and planning skills to office.

He said he wants to live in a cohesive community. “that’s why i’m running,” he said. “i think i can help.”

Kihm and connie, his wife of 52 years, made Holmes Beach their home in 2013.

Kihm said he would concentrate on quality of life issues if elected, including gaining more tourism tax dollars for Holmes Beach. other plans include maintaining and improving quality of life while exercising fiscal responsibility and demonstrating support for home rule. “i’ve put together a campaign plan, did the mailings, got to absentee people and am knocking on doors to hear what they want in their city,” Kihm said.

Pat Morton no one has more experience on the commission than morton. morton has been a commissioner since 2003, reelected six times to two-year terms.

He and his wife, gailene, moved to Holmes Beach in 1994. they have two daughters, a grandson and a

great-granddaughter. morton is employed at ace Hardware, 3352 e. Bay drive. morton said he takes pride in his role as city commission liaison to Waste pro, the vendor responsible for waste removal in Holmes Beach. morton helped direct the island cleanup effort following Hurricane irma. the waste-removal issue became a hot button earlier in the year, too, when trash receptacles overflowed following memorial day. morton helped resolve the garbage issue before for the July fourth holiday, which typically draws the largest crowds to the beaches.

He also is liaison for the island emergency operations center and the public works department. the 14-year commissioner said he’s still focused on the community. “i’ve taken it seriously,” he said.

Carol Soustek Soustek attends more meetings than many island politicians. “i like to be in the know,” Soustek said. “a lot of information comes out of all these meetings.”

Soustek touted her role in the commission’s budget-deficit recovery.

“We may appear to be slow sometimes, but that’s because we’re going to get it right,” she said.

Soustek’s political career on Holmes Beach began when she was appointed in 2013 to serve as chair of a congestion committee. on nov. 25, 2014, she was selected by the commission to fill the unexpired term of former commissioner david Zaccagnino.

She was elected to a two-year term in november 2015.

Soustek majored in computers and accounting at Hillsborough community college. She worked in the business communities of tampa and Bradenton for 54 years before retiring in 2006.

Soustek’s involved with anna maria turtle Watch & Shorebird monitoring and friends of the island Library. She also has worked with city staff to promote beach cleanups.

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Trick or treat?

Yes, that scary holiday with black cats, witches, vampires, ghouls and goblins is upon us.

You can tell, because the candy corn treats and pumpkin decorations were on the shelves more than a month ago at the big stores. the kids are ready to go door-to-door for candy in their costumes — superheroes, princesses and all. i always liked the candy, but not so much dressing up as a character and when i realized my birthday theme included a black cat on the cake, i revolted. no more black cats for me.

Well, the trick’s on us. the historic anna maria city pier, built in 1910, will now be replaced with plastic planks and concrete pilings, golden arches and a ferris wheel.

Well, maybe not the arches or the carnival, but plastic planks? that’s scary to me.

We understand the thinking to make it last for another 100 years, but maybe the commissioners — the stewards of the pier — are just a wee bit over zealous in their effort.

We also know there’s a mentality afoot to get all the money from other agencies to pay for the repair — read that replacement — of the pier. the mayor and commission don’t want the city taxpayers to foot the entire bill and rightfully so. the pier is a treasure for all, for people who come from all over the world to gaze upon the aqua waters of tampa Bay. But in this grab-the-money plan, are they going a plank or two too far?

Would a 50-year pier with a bank of money for regular, routine ongoing repairs be more to the public’s liking if it were more historical in nature? after all, we know this pier is not in such dire shape that it mandates replacement. it could be repaired and strengthened and open to the public in a matter of weeks or months — not the 68-82 months proposed. that’s more than a year and a half! that’s frightful! as proposed, it could take longer to build and outlast the new bridges on the drawing board.

So who wants a fancy pier that will outlast our lifetime? Who wants a pier that serves the public within How many chain stores a few months that puts people back to work and back suit Holmes Beach? on the boards? attention fellow business owners and residents: Longevity is just half of the equation. please, don’t the Holmes Beach city commission is writing the forget our history is invested in that pier.

We need to think about tomorrow’s memories — ordinance that will regulate additional chains and formula stores on Holmes Beach. sunrises and sunsets — waiting on the amcp. at this point, the way the ordinance is being writ— Bonner Joy ten, it will allow for a least another nine chains/formula stores spread throughout Holmes Beach. there are only four meetings left this year where the commissioners are discussing the percentage cap OCT. 25, 2017 • Vol. 25, No. 52 on formula/chain businesses in Holmes Beach. ▼ Publisher and Editor if you think nine is too many, we urge you to attend Bonner Joy, news@islander.org the next meetings at city hall, set for tuesday, oct. 24, ▼ Editorial and thursday, oct. 26, starting at 6 p.m.

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Treehouse saga continues in Holmes Beach

the treehouse saga is beyond ridiculous. not only should the illegal structure have been removed long ago, in many cities the owners would be in jail for contempt, as well as paying the city’s legal expenses.

Some people seem to forget one or more laws have been broken. and Holmes Beach is being played like a fool.

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Banking on more beach parking

there is always talk about the lack of parking here on the island and what should be done.

Well, it’s quite simple. there has been an empty bank building on manatee avenue near gulf drive for years.

Why not purchase it with funds from the tourist tax? a parking garage could be built there, with paid parking helping offset the cost. it could be tastefully done, something like the one in downtown Bradenton.

With parking on the ground floor and a covered second floor, there would be three floors of parking. there is a trolley stop on the corner and publix and cVS are easily accessible. also, the manatee public Beach is within walking distance. i think it would look a lot nicer than the vacant bank, which is only used for nearby business parking.

Rick Lewis, Holmes Beach

Pursuing ‘powerless office’

it seems strange to me that commissioner John chappie wants to be mayor of Bradenton Beach, an office which has very little power thanks to changes to the charter made by Chappie and friends, an office that we hoped would work for the residents of Bradenton Beach. i wonder: if chappie wins, will he like a powerless office or will that change?

Bona Wortman, Bradenton Beach

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Campaigning for votes in ’77

10&20 years ago

Bradenton Beach residents turn out for a candidate forum in November 1977.

Challenger David Reid (inset photo) was taking on longtime Mayor Dick Connick, who survived the challenge by 39 votes. Island elections will be held in all three cities this year on Tuesday, Nov. 7.

Islander Photo: Manatee County Public Library System

In the headlines: Oct. 22, 1997

Remembrance, salute set for Veterans Day

The service and sacrifice of U.S. military veterans will be honored friday, nov. 10, with the islander’s Veterans day Salute. the islander and the city of Holmes Beach invite the public to the annual tribute outside Holmes Beach city Hall, 5801 marina drive. there will be coffee provided by the anna maria island Beach cafe and breakfast pastries provided by the islander at 8:30 a.m., followed by the program at 9 a.m. the american Legion Kirby-Stewart post Honor guard will participate, as will island veterans. also on the same day, the city of anna maria will host a veterans parade from city hall to city pier park, with a social to follow the parade at the anna maria island Historical park. for more information, call the islander at 941778-7978.

Vote 2017

election day is tuesday, nov. 7. in anna maria, voters will elect three city commissioners to two-year terms from a field of four: incumbents carol a. carter, doug copeland and dale Woodland and newcomer Laurie Jo Higgins. in Bradenton Beach, voters will elect a mayor and a commissioner to two-year terms, as well as decide three ballot questions. incumbent William “Bill” Shearon and commissioner John chappie are running for mayor. incumbent ralph L. cole and randy White are facing off in the citywide vote for the Ward 3 commission seat. in Holmes Beach, voters will elect four city commissioners from a field of five. The ballot includes incumbents marvin grossman, pat morton and carol Soustek and newcomers rick Hurst and Jim Kihm. for more information, go online to votemanatee. org.

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• “Commission to decide on Key Royale Bridge fix” was the top story. Holmes Beach commissioners were faced with options to fix the bridge. the bridge had been declared “substantially deficient” and needed repairs until replacement could occur in 2004.

• The idea of pedestrian crosswalks on Gulf drive in Bradenton Beach received less than enthusiastic support from staff at the florida Department of Transportation, leaving island officials to make plans to go directly to the district secretary with a request.

• Volunteers who monitored the activity of nesting sea turtles throughout the summer reported 161 sea turtle nests that produced 17,091 eggs and sent 12,651 hatchlings to the gulf of mexico.

In the headlines: Oct. 24, 2007

• “AMI bridge closure draws island ire” read a page one headline. islanders learned the florida department of transportation planned to close the manatee avenue Bridge for up to 75 days for repairs. the closure was to begin april 1.

• Participants in the Palma Sola Scenic Highway project adopted bylaws that codified how the committee operated, including which members could vote.

• Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch, as the 2007 nesting season ended, reported 132 nests and 181 false crawls. about 10,245 hatchlings emerged from nests to crawl to the gulf. and about 20 disorientations occurred.

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Bayfest kicks off season of festivals on Anna Maria Island

music wafts in the air at the annual Bayfest event Members of the band Yesterdayze entertain the crowd Oct. 21 at the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce Bayfest. The event featured a daylong musical lineup. Yesterdayze featured retro Beatles and other 1960s and ’70s music favorites.

Ruth and David Conley, owners of a prize-winning Dodge 1957 pickup, show off their trophy from the Bayfest classic car show. Islander Photo: Lisa Neff

From the mid-way point on Pine Avenue looking east, Jack Elka’s drone camera can see the Anna Maria City Pier, Tampa Bay and the Sunshine Skyway Bridge.

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Bayfest brings fun for all ages Kids and adults line up at the applebobbing can at the Bins Be Clean booth during the AMI chamber Bayfest Oct. 21 on Pine Avenue.

The cleaning company turned a new giant can into hours of fun for festival goers. Islander Photo: Courtesy Rather Hosch

Artist Christine Cater from Marietta, Georgia engages a shopper at the Oct. 21 Bayfest on Pine Avenue, Anna Maria. Cater’s booth was filled with eclectic metal-embellished birdhouses and woodland creatures.

Bayfest diners wait for food at the Waterfront Restaurant’s booth at Bayfest on Pine Avenue in Anna Maria. Their grouper tacos were a popular item in the food garden at the festival.

Meetings Anna Maria City • Oct. 26, 6 p.m., city commission.

• Nov. 9, 6 p.m., city commission.

• Nov. 14, 4 p.m., planning and zoning.

• Nov. 30, 6 p.m., city commission.

Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 941-708-6130, cityofannamaria.com.

Bradenton Beach • Oct. 25, 1 p.m., planning and zoning.

Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., 941-778-1005, cityofbradentonbeach.org.

Holmes Beach • Oct. 26, 11:30 a.m., police retirement board.

• Oct. 26, 6 p.m., city commission.

• Oct. 30, 1 p.m., ad hoc committee on local government.

• Nov. 1, 10 a.m., parks and beautification.

• Nov. 1, 6 p.m., planning commission.

• Nov. 2, 5:30 p.m., planning commission vision meeting at gloria dei Lutheran church, 6608 marina drive.

• Nov. 13, 1 p.m., ad hoc committee on local government.

• Nov. 20, 9 a.m., city commission (organizational meeting).

• Nov. 21, 6 p.m., city commission.

• Nov. 27, 1 p.m., ad hoc committee on local government.

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 • Nov. 2, 9 a.m., commission (land use).

• Nov. 7, 9 a.m., commission.

Administration building, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, 941748-4501, mymanatee.org.

Of interest • Nov. 7, 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Election day.

• Nov. 10 is observed as Veterans Day and most government offices will be closed. the islander and the city of Holmes Beach will host a Veterans Salute at 8:30 a.m. at city hall. the newspaper office will be closed.

• Nov. 23 is Thanksgiving and most government offices will be closed. offices also will be closed Nov. 24. The Islander office also will be closed nov. 23.

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Island officials appeal to state legislators for tourism dollars

By Terry O’Connor Islander Reporter State Sen. Bill Galvano, R-Bradenton, warned the more than 40 speakers planning to present appeals for state funding Oct. 19 at the Manatee County Legislative Delegation meeting: Hurricane Irma might have beaten you to it.

“A lot of what we’re doing here today involves state funding,” said Galvano. “Hurricane Irma had significant fiscal impact on our state and, in turn, on our state budget. A lot of dollars that were anticipated as surplus have now been spent in order to mitigate the damages and the impacts of that storm.”

State Rep. Jim Boyd, R-Bradenton, alluded to the meeting’s political purpose while giving the invocation.

“Allow us to understand their issues and allow us to deal with them the best way we can,” Boyd said.

Galvano’s opening salvo did little to dampen the optimism in the county chambers, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, where representatives from higher education, nonprofits and cities came to ask the native son to help loosen the state purse strings for hometown causes.

Galvano was to be named Senate president-designate at an Oct. 24 Republican caucus meeting called

by Florida Majority Leader Wilton Simpson, which positions him to influence legislation.

Manatee County Commissioner Betsy Benac was first to congratulate Galvano.

“It’s a very exciting year to have you sworn in as president of the Senate,” Benac said. “That leadership role is very important to the entire state, but especially to your constituents here in Manatee County.”

During what Galvano termed “an aggressive

Dave Bullock, former town manager for Longboat Key, left, Bradenton Beach Mayor Bill Shearon and Holmes Beach Mayor Bob Johnson wait out a fire drill Oct. 19 at the Manatee County building, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, before attending the legislative delegation meeting. Standing behind Johnson is Palmetto Vice Mayor Brian Williams.

Islander Photo: Terry O’Connor schedule,” Holmes Beach Mayor Bob Johnson and Bradenton Beach Mayor Bill Shearon appeared at the podium, standing shoulder to shoulder on two issues: home rule and resort tax funding.

In 2011, the Florida Legislature pre-empted cities from regulating vacation rentals although provisions were made for grandfathered ordinances, Johnson said.

“Understand, we on the islands don’t have any

BB grass-roots group becomes a PAC

By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Islander Reporter A citizens group in Bradenton Beach will soon become a political action committee.

The grass-roots group formed in July under the banner Concerned Neighbors of Bradenton Beach.

The group held a number of meetings, which lead to three ballot initiatives to change the city charter. Members collected the required number of petition signatures from more than 100 voters to have the initiatives added to the Nov. 7 municipal ballot.

In previous discussions, the group opted to remain an “educational” organization rather than a political committee.

However, according to Florida statutes, because the group “seeks signatures from registered electors in support of an initiative,” CNOBB chairman Bill Vincent determined they are required to register as a PAC. CNOBB members are pushing for three charter amendments — replace the city four-ward representative system with an at-large system, amend

Anna Maria ready for new ‘cool’ structure

Rock Andrle holds a ladder Oct. 17 as crew members install supports for a new shade sail at the City Pier Park at the corner of Pine Avenue and North Bay Boulevard in Anna Maria. The shade is being installed to increase comfort for people attending events at the park at a cost of $109,000. Islander Photo: Sandy Ambrogi

residency requirements for elected officials from 24 months to the state-approved 12-month minimum, and prohibit changes to the city charter by resolution. If approved by electors, a citizen vote to amend the charter would be needed.

According to CNOBB member Reed Mapes, his attorney, Jim Dye of Dye, Deitrich, Petruff & St. Paul P.L. of Bradenton, said the group should register with the city.

However, CNOBB member Tjet Martin attempted to submit the necessary forms Oct. 23 and was turned away at the clerk’s office.

Martin said the clerk first told her the city would not accept the application because the city is in litigation with CNOBB. After Martin insisted that was incorrect, the clerk suggested she register with the county, according to Martin.

The registration forms were signed by Vincent and treasurer John Metz and ready to file Oct. 23.

Martin then headed to the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections Office, where she was told to file the paperwork for the PAC with the city.

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issues with sharing our island space with the many families who come to Florida as tourists,” Johnson said. “However, the intensification of commercial vacation rentals in a traditional residential area has led to some problems.”

Legislation passed in 2014 softened the pre-emption of home rule and allowed cities to adopt some regulations specific to vacation rentals, Johnson said.

“We ask you to please reject the efforts that will surely surface again this coming session in an attempt to restrict our specified rights to home rule and abilities to respond to concerns in our community,” Johnson said.

Johnson closed by touching on tourism funding needs on Anna Maria Island, which he called a related issue to the erosion of home rule.

Anna Maria Island cities want and need more funding from the Manatee County Tourist Development Council as it continues to push millions of visitors to consume city services, Johnson said.

The TDC does a great job of selling Florida as a vacation destination, but it can’t allocate funding for areas where crowds of visitors place a burden on the local tax base in providing police services and infrastructure.

“The municipalities and tourist development communities are confronted with increasing intensity of inhabitants,” he said.

Holmes Beach, for example, has 3,800 residents and 10,000 daily inhabitants, he said, when taking visitors into account.

“These cost impacts we’re dealing with, the increased demands on our infrastructure, fiscal as well as operational, have to be dealt with,” he said.

Failure to do so amounts to facilitating the deterioration of “old Florida,” he said.

Johnson offered a solution after outlining the problems.

“How much more tourism development do we need? Maybe we need a tourism sustainability and development program,” he said.

As of now, tourist tax spending is restricted to promoting tourism. Johnson said a portion of the funding should be allocated toward sustaining tourism resources.

Ferry company plans launch, seeks feedback

By Sandy Ambrogi Islander Reporter It’s not ready for riders, but it is time to weigh in on the much-anticipated Sarasota/Anna Maria Island/ Bradenton ferry plans.

The ferry will launch in early 2018, providing riders — commuters and sightseers — a new route from the Manatee River in Bradenton to downtown Sarasota, including a stop in Bradenton Beach.

The company is reaching out via social media to learn how the ferry can best serve commuters, locals and tourists.

The ferry will travel from the 10th Street Pier in downtown Sarasota to the Historic Bridge Street Pier on Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach and on to Riverwalk in downtown Bradenton.

The inaugural boat of the ferry fleet will carry 149 passengers.

Capt. Sherman Baldwin, director of marine operations, said of the ferry service: “In the coming months, we will be working with local conservation organizations and the U.S. Coast Guard to ensure we launch the safest and most environmentally friendly use of our waterways for transportation.”

“Future riders will be comfortable onboard and able to depend on our schedule,” Baldwin said in an Oct. 19 news release.

One survey participant will win a ticket aboard the ferry service’s maiden voyage — a planned extravaganza.

The website at sarasotabraentonferry.com includes a survey.

Chris Johnson, director of marketing for the ferry company, said updates will continue to appear on the Sarasota-Bradenton Ferry Facebook page to keep the community informed and involved.

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WMFR ready to offer ALS, sets island priorities

By Kathy prucnell islander reporter Five-year strategic planning and a new fire code topped the discussion oct. 19 for the West manatee fire rescue Board of commissioners. and, out ahead of the strategic plan — to be adopted after a public hearing not yet announced — is one of its major tenets: advanced life support provided by Wmfr-trained paramedics using a specially equipped truck based at Station 3, 6001 marina drive in Holmes Beach. chief tom Sousa led an oct. 19 workshop with aLS taking a starring role in the strategic plan. the commissioners’ regular meeting followed the workshop. “for the most part, it’s increasing the level of life support service from basic to advanced,” commission chair george Harris said, describing how the new plan differs from past plans. the aLS equipment, including a deliberator monitor, is on order, according to Sousa. aLS includes intubation, continuous positive airway pressure and paramedic care — soon to be available from WMFR firefighters, who also are being certified as paramedics.

With applications for state and county licenses pending, Harris directed staff to ask when the county license is expected.

“I’m hoping it’s before the first of the year,” Sousa said about when aLS equipment, training and licenses will be finalized.

WMFR Battalion Chief Rich Jasinski shows Commissioner Larry Jennis the district’s new ALS vehicle Oct. 19. The Ford-150 pickup was delivered the third week of October. Islander Photo: Kathy Prucnell ALS service first will be offered from the island station, the chief said, but he also hopes to run aLS from all stations as more firefighters are trained as paramedics and equipment is added. ideas from stakeholders were incorporated in the Wmfr strategic plan from responses to surveys sent to businesses, commissioners, residents and emS personnel. the district received 69 responses from 215 district commissioners, residents, businesses and emS personnel.

One goal likely reflected in public sentiment was to “develop a plan for closest unit response with outside agencies” — regardless of district affiliation, according to commissioner randy cooper.

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commissioner david Bishop agreed with the goal, adding his disdain for the status quo. He gave an example of a fire truck sent to save lives from a geographically distant place — just because of fire district boundaries.

“Right now, the fiefdoms between the individual entities are not cooperating,” Bishop said. “it has to be a political answer to that,” Sousa responded.

The new fire code was discussed at the workshop and a first reading was held at the commission meeting. new to the code this year are food truck regulations, according to Wmfr marshal Jim davis.

He said the code will update, localize and provide more stringent fire safety and prevention provisions, without duplicating the national fire prevention association.

The final reading to adopt the fire code ordinance is set for a nov. 16 commission meeting. also at the meeting, commissioners voted unanimously to limit meeting room availability to the public to regular business hours, but carved out an exception for government agencies.

WMFR has three fire stations and employs 43 full-time employees, including 36 firefighters, two inspectors and five administrators, as well as 20 reservists for nearly 20,000 properties in manatee county. a fourth crew member recently joined the staff at the Holmes Beach station.

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Island Gallery West exhibits ‘Petal Away’

island gallery West’s featured artist in november is marti Salerni, who is exhibiting “petal away.” the exhibit of brightly colored watercolor and acrylic paintings features “whimsical bicycles and flowers.” the exhibit will run nov. 1-30 at the gallery, 5368 gulf drive, Holmes Beach. a reception, part of the artsHop gallery walk, will be 5-8 p.m. friday, nov. 10. for more information, call igW at 941-7786648.

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the Studio at gulf and pine is celebrating its 10th anniversary nov. 1-dec. 23 with the “10byten at the Studio” exhibit. artists — from novice to professional — created art measuring 10 by 10 inches or 5 by 5 inches. artwork will be sold to raise money for cultural Connections, a local nonprofit, and for the Studio at gulf and pine to expand programming for artists. a reception for the exhibit will kick off this year’s artsHop, an islandwide celebration of art, community and culture held annually in november. the reception will be at 6 p.m. thursday, nov. 9, and feature art, live music, wine and light appetizers provided by the Sandbar restaurant. the Studio at gulf and pine is at 10101 gulf drive, anna maria. for more information, call the Studio at 941-7781906.

The box office will open Monday, Oct. 30, for tickets to “the game’s afoot,” the next stage production presented by the island players. the play, written by Ken Ludwig, will run nov. 9-19 at the anna maria playhouse, 10009 gulf drive. performances will take place at 8 p.m. tuesday-Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. the theater is dark mondays.

The box office will open 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays and an hour before curtain during the run. tickets are $20. preston Boyd directs the comedy-thriller, which features a cast that includes mark Woodland, mary Selke, daniel greene, Judy glynn, Heath Jorgenson, pamela Hopkins, Laura morales and robin rhodes. “the game’s afoot” is set in december 1936 at the castle of actor William gillette, a Broadway star who made his name portraying Sherlock Holmes. gillette invites cast members to his home, where a murder takes place.

For more information, call the box office at 941-778-5755.

Casting call for ‘Beyond A Joke’

island players director James thaggard will hold auditions for “Beyond a Joke” at 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, nov. 12, at the island players theater, 10009 gulf drive, anna maria. the island players will present the play, written by Derek Benfield, Jan. 11-28, 2018.

Senior Adventures trek to Mad Beach for festival

Senior adventures will depart friday, oct. 27, from the annie Silver community center for a day at the John’s pass Seafood festival in madeira Beach. the van will leave for the festival at 9 a.m. from the center at 103 23rd St. n., Bradenton Beach. for more information or to rSVp for activities, call Kaye Bell at 941-538-0945.

Gloria Dei: Trunk ’n’ treat time

gloria dei Lutheran will host its annual trunk ’n’ treat in the church parking lot, 6608 marina drive, Holmes Beach, with the festivities getting underway just as the trail of treats ends. the event will begin at 6 p.m. on Halloween. for more information, call 941-778-1813.

Islanders celebrate Halloween with Trail of Treats

time to scare up a costume and practice those three thrilling words: trick or treat? the anna maria island chamber of commerce’s trail of treats will be 3:30-7 p.m. tuesday, oct. 31. the celebration will begin with a costume contest at the chamber, 5313 gulf drive, Holmes Beach. children as old as 12 will assemble at 3:30 p.m. for judging by age groups. after the contest, costumed kids will go trick-ortreating on the trail of treats, which includes businesses in anna maria, Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach. the chamber will provide trail maps. generally, those who follow the trail will find Holmes Beach businesses providing treats 4-6 p.m.

Businesses in Bradenton Beach and anna maria will be treating costumed kids 5-7 p.m. “the chamber is proud to be a part of this festive event that provides a safe way for our children to trick or treat on the island,” said chamber president deb Wing in a news release. “in addition, this is a great opportunity to get the local community into the shops A little witch makes an appearance at the Trail of of our local businesses.” for more information, call the chamber at 941- Treats in 2016. This year’s Halloween celebration will begin at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31, at the 778-1541.

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Kiwanis installs officers

Flanked by Robyn Kinkopf, outgoing president of the Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island, and incoming president John Chappie, fifth-grader Ethan Sackett speaks Oct. 16 about leading K-Kids at Anna Maria Elementary during the 65th annual banquet in Holmes Beach.

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After their swearing-in, the new Anna Maria Island Kiwanis officers gather for a photograph.

The 2017-18 officers are president John Chappie, secretary Sandy Haas-Martens, vice president Roger Domme and treasurer Susie Kruse.

Lynn Kruse, Lauri Harris and Bruce Seewald are sworn in Oct. 16 as 2017-18 directors of the Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island by Division 17 Lt. Michael Lubrano at the annual banquet at the Key Royale Golf Club. Not pictured are 2017-18 directors Al Guy and Darrel Shinn.

Kiwanis to hear from Guardian Angels rep

Keep manatee Beautiful will present the SandBlast sandsculpture competition 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, nov. 4, at the manatee public Beach, 4000 gulf drive, Holmes Beach. teams will begin arriving at about 8 a.m. to select a sandplot. the sculpting in free-form or wildlife categories will be 9 a.m.-1 p.m., when judging will begin for two divisions — elementary-middle school and high school-adult. to enter a team or sponsor one, call KmB at 941795-8272 by oct. 31.

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the Kiwanis club of anna maria island will hear from Bobbie price of the guardian angels of Southwest florida oct. 28, during the club’s weekly Saturday gathering at the anna maria island Beach cafe at the manatee public Beach, 4000 gulf drive, Holmes Beach. manatee county commission Betsy Benac will address the club at the nov. 4 meeting. club members and guests will gather for breakfast at 8 a.m., followed by the program at 8:30 a.m. for more information, call Sandy Haas-martens at 941-778-1383.

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ArtCenter presents exhibits

ArtCenter Manatee will exhibit water ink works by the Sarasota chapter of the Sumi-e Society in the Searle Gallery Nov. 7-Dec. 8. During the same period, the Off the Wall exhibit, an open-juried show featuring paintings, sculptures, jewelry, pottery and mixed media, will be displayed in the Kellogg and Reid Hodges galleries at the center, 209 Ninth St. W., Bradenton. Opening receptions will be 5-7 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 9. For more information, call the center at 941-746-2862. Islander Courtesy Photo

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The Islander Calendar ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ONGOING ON ANNA MARIA ISLAND

• Throughout October, Jane Keeling exhibits her artwork in “Surf ’n Turf,” Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.

Information: 941-778-6648.

• Through Oct. 28, “Chasing Light: A Collection of Wildlife and Fine Art Photography” by Cynthia Herrick, the Studio at Gulf and Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-1906.

• Nov. 1-Dec. 23, 10th anniversary celebration at Studio at Gulf and Pine and “10byTen” community exhibit, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-1906.

• Throughout November, Marti Salerni exhibits her artwork in “Petal Away,” Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.

Information: 941-778-6648.

LOOKING AHEAD ON AMI Nov. 9-19, Island Players’ “The Game’s Afoot,” Anna Maria.

Nov. 9-12, Anna Maria Island artsHOP, islandwide. Nov. 12, Anna Maria Island Privateers Shiprek Poker Run, Bradenton Beach.

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ON ANNA MARIA ISLAND 5-7 p.m. — Bradenton Beach Trail of Treats trick-or-treating, Bradenton Beach business communities. Information: 941-778- Wednesday, Oct. 25 1541.

Noon — Adult coloring club meeting, Island Branch Library, 6 p.m. — Gloria Dei Lutheran Church Trunk or Treat party, 6608 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1813.

Thursday, Oct. 26 10 a.m. — Quilting club gathering, Island Branch Library, 5701 ONGOING ON AMI Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

• Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m., Wednesday Night Blast, CrossPointe Saturday, Oct. 28 Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-7789 a.m. — CPR training, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina 0719.

Drive, Holmes Beach. RSVP. Information: 941-778-6341.

• Tuesdays, 3:15 p.m., after-school children’s choir, Roser Sunday, Oct. 29 Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Informa4 p.m. — Piano dedication recital, Roser Memorial Community tion: 941-778-0414.

Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

Wednesday, Nov. 1 LOOKING AHEAD ON AMI 12:45 p.m. — Gulf Coast Writers meeting, Island Branch Nov. 2-4, Keep Manatee Beautiful Sandblast celebration and Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. RSVP. Information: contest, Holmes Beach. Dec. 2, Center of Anna Maria Island Lester 941-778-6341.

Family Fun Day, Anna Maria. Dec. 3, Roser Memorial Community ONGOING ON ANNA MARIA ISLAND Church Advent Family Night, Anna Maria. Dec. 9, Anna Maria Island Privateers Christmas Parade, islandwide. Dec. 15, Anna Maria • Second and fourth Wednesdays, 11 a.m. Just Older Youth/ Island Centre shopping plaza holiday party, Holmes Beach.

JOY Brown Bag Lunch Series, Roser Memorial Community Church, LOOKING AHEAD OFF AMI

Nov. 25, Mote’s Santa Jaws, Sarasota.

Saturday, Oct. 28 GAMES, SPORTS & 7:30 p.m. — Manatee Community Concert Band concert with OUTDOORS French touring band, Manatee High School auditorium, 902 33rd St. Court W., Bradenton. Information: 260-410-4126.

Wednesday, Oct. 25 4 p.m. — Chess club meets, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina ONGOING OFF AMI Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

• Through Dec. 16, “Cuban Fishing Ranchos in Tampa Bay” ONGOING ON ANNA MARIA ISLAND exhibit, Florida Maritime Museum, 4415 119th St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-708-6120.

• Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., horseshoes pitched, Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: LOOKING AHEAD OFF AMI 941-708-6130.

Nov. 10, Mote Marine Aquarium movie night featuring “Chasing • Fridays, usually at 1 p.m., mahjong games, Island Library, Coral,” Sarasota. Feb. 17-18, 2018, Florida Institute for Saltwater 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

Heritage’s Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival, Cortez.

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KIDS & FAMILY

Saturday, Oct. 28 8 a.m. — Ecofitness Scavenger Run, Robinson Preserve, 1704 99th St. NW, Bradenton. Information: 941-745-3723.

Friday, Oct. 27 9 a.m. — Sun-spotting, Robinson Preserve, 1704 99th St. NW, 10 a.m. — Forty Carrots parenting program, Island Branch Bradenton.

Information: 941-745-3723.

Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-7787 p.m.

— Starry Night Telescope Exploration, Perico Preserve, 6341.

11700 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 941-737-2254.

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ONGOING OFF ANNA MARIA ISLAND 9 a.m. — AME PTO Fall Festival costume judging, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce, 5313 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.

• Second and fourth Wednesdays, Roser Memorial Community Information: 941-708-5525.

Church Golfing for God, IMG Academy Golf Club, 4350 El Conquis10 a.m.-2 p.m. — AME PTO Fall Festival, city field, 5801 Marina tador Parkway, Bradenton. Fee applies. Info: 941-778-0414.

Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-708-5525.

LOOKING AHEAD OFF AMI Tuesday, Oct. 31 10 a.m. — Preschool storytime, Island Branch Library, 5701 Nov. 3-4, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium William R. Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

Mote Memorial Snook Shindig, Sarasota and Sarasota Bay. 3:30 p.m. — Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce Trail of Treats costume contest, 5313 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1541.

4-6 p.m. — Holmes Beach Trail of Treats trick-or-treating, Holmes Beach business communities. Information: 941-778-1541.

5-7 p.m. — Anna Maria Trail of Treats trick-or-treating, Anna Maria business communities. Information: 941-778-1541.

512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

• Thursdays, 9 a.m.-noon, Manatee County Veteran Services Divisions counseling and assistance, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

• Third Thursdays, 11:45 a.m., Successful Women Aligning Together meets, Bridge Street Bistro, 111 Gulf Drive S., Bradenton Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-345-5135.

• Fridays, Senior Adventures meet to carpool on an adventure or for an activity, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St. N., Bradenton Beach. Oct. 27, the group departs at 9 a.m. for John’s Pass Seafood Festival in Madeira Beach. Information: 941-5380945.

• Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island breakfast meeting, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. The club will hear from Bobbie Price of Guardian Angels Oct. 28. Information: 941-778-1383.

• Terrific Tuesdays for community and families, 5:30 p.m., Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

• Second and fourth Tuesdays, Concerned Neighbors of Bradenton Beach general membership meetings, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St. N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941730-7715.

LOOKING AHEAD ON AMI Nov. 4, Episcopal Church of Annunciation Pet Blessing Day, Holmes Beach. Nov. 4, Roser Memorial Community Church craft fair, Anna Maria. Nov. 6, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce business awards and banquet, Holmes Beach. Nov. 10, “Old Soldiers and Sailors” tribute to veterans, Anna Maria. Nov. 10, The Islander Veterans Day Salute, Holmes Beach. Nov. 15, The Islander’s 25th anniversary party, Holmes Beach. Dec. 9, Episcopal Church of the Annunciation Holly Berry Bazaar and Food Market, Holmes Beach.

OFF ANNA MARIA ISLAND Saturday, Oct. 28 6:30 p.m. — Mote Marine Oceanic Evening black-tie gala, RitzCarlton Sarasota, 1111 Ritz Carlton Drive, Sarasota. Fee applies.

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OFF AMI LOOKING AHEAD Nov. 2, Mote Marine Aquarium Manatee lecture and book signing, Sarasota. Nov. 3-4, Manatee River Garden Club Flower Show, Bradenton. Nov. 4, Taste of Manatee, Bradenton. Nov. 15, Florida Maritime Museum lecture, Cortez. Dec. 13, Florida Maritime Museum lecture, Cortez.

ONGOING OFF AMI • Second Wednesdays during season, Off Stage Ladies meeting and luncheon, various venues, Bradenton. Information: 941-9322798.

GOOD TO KNOW SAVE THE DATES • Tuesday, Oct. 31, Halloween.

• Sunday, Nov. 5, daylight saving time ends.

• Tuesday, Nov. 7, Election Day. • Friday, Nov. 10, Veterans Day Salute.

• Saturday, Nov. 11, Veterans Day. • Thursday, Nov. 23, Thanksgiving.

Folk school brings students to Cortez museum

classes on the calendar at the florida maritime museum’s folk school include lessons in making canning, cheese-making and more. the school, headquartered at the florida maritime museum, released its november schedule, including: • Canning 101, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 1. The cost is $30.

• Cheese-making, 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 3. The cost is $35.

• Jelly-making, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 7. The cost is $35.

• “Sails Ahoy” acrylic painting, 10 a.m. Wednesday, nov. 8. the cost is $60.

• Advanced soap-making, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 14, and friday, nov. 17. the cost is $75.

• Net-mending, 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 18. The cost is $25.

• Gyotaku painting, 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 21. the cost is $35. the museum and folk school are at 4415 119th St. W., cortez. for more information, call the museum at 941708-6120.

Yoga, art history classes offered at AMIAL

the anna maria island art League will offer “gentle chair Yoga” with instructor cindy phillips, owner and director of island Yoga Space, on Wednesdays at noon. the classes will begin nov. 1. the program combines breathing with postures to improve strength, flexibility, balance and tranquility. the cost per session is $12. amiaL also will host artist rolando rodriguez lecturing on “classical moments in art History” tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. the cost is $20 per session. rodriguez will begin with a discussion on the achievements of the ancient greeks, followed by lessons on the high renaissance, the dutch school and the french academic school. the art league is at 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach. for more information, call 941-778-2099.

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Work by local artist Susanna Spann was selected for inclusion in the San diego Watercolor Society’s 37th international exhibition. the exhibition opened with a preview gala Sept. 30.

Spann’s painting in the exhibition is titled “mermaid of Horseshoe cove.”

Spann is a member of the american Watercolor Society, Spann national Watercolor Society and florida Watercolor Society.

She studied at arizona State university and the art center college of design in Los angeles and holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in art.

Her work is included in 12 watercolor books, including her own book, “painting flowers and crystal in Watercolor.”

She has worked as an adjunct professor at the ringling college of art and design in Sarasota and also continues to lead workshops.

She exhibits her work in national and international competitions and at her gallery, the dead end gallery at 12124 45th ave. drive W., cortez.

“What drives me?” asks Spann. “i’ve been obsessed with color and creating since i was 4 years old and the whole world is my palette.”

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“Mermaid of Horseshoe Cove” by local artist Susanna Spann was selected for inclusion in the San Diego Watercolor Society’s 37th International Exhibition. Islander Courtesy Photo ently, Spann says, she’s working on “‘Spanning the globe,’ depicting images and emotions from my travels.”

Her paintings, she says, tell stories. “mermaid of Horseshoe cove” was inspired by a trip to Bermuda — “swimming, snorkeling and just family fun.” another area artist, anne abgott, also had work featured in the exhibition — a watercolor titled “off Broadway 1.”

Island Library sets November calendar

Military veterans will find assistance and information at the island Branch Library 9 a.m.-11 a.m. thursdays in november. also, the library will host representatives of the SHine/Serving Health insurance program, providing information for older citizens, 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, nov. 15. also on the library calendar in november: • Wednesday, Nov. 1, 12:45 p.m., the Gulf Coast Writers group meets.

• Thursday, Nov. 2, 2 p.m., the knitting and crochet club gets together.

• Friday, Nov. 3, 10 a.m., Forty Carrots parenting program offered.

• Nov. 3, 1 p.m., mahjong is played.

• Saturday, Nov. 4, 10:30 a.m., Ask A Master Gardener program offered.

• Nov. 4, 2 p.m., the Lego Club meets.

• Tuesday, Nov. 7, 10 a.m., preschool storytime takes place.

• Nov. 7, 2 p.m., Manatee County Parks and Natural resources presents “florida’s fabulous fakes” cryptozoology program.

• Wednesday, Nov. 8, noon, the adult coloring club meets.

• Nov. 8, 4 p.m., the chess club meets.

• Saturday, Nov. 11, 10 a.m., the origami club meets.

• Tuesday, Nov. 14, preschool storytime takes place.

• Nov. 14, 2 p.m., a computer class in searching and security is offered.

• Thursday, Nov. 16, 10:15 a.m., the Friends of the island Book club meets to discuss “our Souls at night.”

• Nov. 16, 2 p.m., the knitting and crochet club gets together.

• Friday, Nov. 17, 1 p.m., mahjong is played.

• Saturday, Nov. 18, 11 a.m., a meditation session is offered.

• Nov. 18, 2 p.m., “Decorate Your Own Tiny House” family arts and crafts program is offered.

• Tuesday, Nov. 21, 10 a.m. preschool storytime takes place.

• Wednesday, Nov. 29, 6 p.m., telescope instruction is offered.

• Thursday, Nov. 30, 10 a.m., the quilting club meets.

• Nov. 30, 2 p.m., a blues program is offered. the library is at 5701 marina drive. for more information, call the library at 941-7786341.

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two occasions between 5:30 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. near Bayfront Park during the third week in October.

Deputies also observed the man expose himself

By Kathy Prucnell, Islander Reporter at 6:05 a.m. Oct. 19 in the same vicinity, Schnering said. “We’re taking it very seriously because it involves the schools and possibly children,� Schnering said.

MCSO detectives and its Crimes Against Children Amado Zeppi, 18, of Bradenton Beach, was neighborhood near St. Bernard Catholic Church. unit are investigating. arrested Oct. 20 in connection with a residential breakPolice checked nearby homes and found the Palm MCSO asks anyone with information to contact in on Palm Harbor Drive following an altercation with Harbor Drive home and vehicle burglarized, with a the office at 941-747-3011, ext. 1927. police. door and window broken. The SUV contained a kayak Holmes Beach police were alerted to the 11:35 and several flat screen TVs, which belonged to the DUI probation ordered a.m. burglary by a vacationer, who owner of the Palm Harbor residence. for Palmetto man called in a report of a man wearing a Police reported finding Mace in Zeppi’s pocket black-hooded jacket, pulling a kayak and a knife and burglary tools at the scene.

Joel Lewetag, 28, of Palmetto, pleaded no contest down the road and also loading a flatWhen police confronted Zeppi, he allegedly Oct. 9 to driving under the influence in 12th Circuit screen TV into a vehicle. confessed, saying the victim “probably owned three Court.

Chief Bill Tokajer and officers houses,� according to the police report.

Judge Doug Henderson found Lewetag guilty, Joel Pierce and Lee Diehl appreDuring the arrest, Zeppi allegedly swore and ordered a 12-month probation and assessed Lewetag Zeppi hended Zeppi as he walked to a GMC threatened Pierce, saying he would “come after� the more than $2,300 in fines and court costs.

SUV at Palm Harbor and South Harbor drives in the officer and his family when he got out of jail, according Holmes Beach police stopped Lewetag in August to the police report.

2016 for speeding and administered field-sobriety HBPD charged Zeppi with armed burglary to a tests, leading to his arrest.

HBPD officer OK after vehicle and residence, threats and battery to a law His probation includes a DUI course, a victim-imrun-in with wasps enforcement officer, carrying a concealed weapon, pact panel and an evaluation and treatment, if deemed Hazards come in many forms for law enforcement grand theft, criminal damage to property and posses- necessary. sion of marijuana.

The judge also suspended Lewetag’s driver’s officers.

He was transported to Manatee County jail. license for six months with a business purpose excepAsk any cop, or just ask Holmes At press time Oct. 23, Zeppi was being held with- tion.

Beach Officer Steve Ogline.

According to the court order, his probation can be Ogline was checking properties out bond for the armed burglary charge and assigned terminated early if he meets the conditions. — a service HBPD offers to protect a $9,500 bond on the other charges.

Zeppi had been arrested July 13 by HBPD for posproperty while the owner is away — near the north end of Holmes Beach sessing marijuana and drug paraphernalia. The charges

By Kathy Prucnell Oct. 19 when he encountered a swarm were adjudicated Oct. 12, resulting in a deferred senOgline tence and court intervention contract. of wasps.

Island police blotter Committing “any new crimes� and carrying fireHe was stung once, according to Chief Bill Tokajer, but the swarm followed Ogline and, as he ran away, arms and weapons are prohibited under the contract. Anna Maria Zeppi’s arraignment on the Palm Harbor burglary Oct. 12, 100 block of Willow Avenue, information. he sustained minor injuries in a fall and experienced charges is set for 9 a.m. Dec. 1 at the Manatee County A woman reported a loose board on a public walkway. chest pain.

She told a Manatee County sheriff’s deputy her child Tokajer reported EMS responded and took Ogline Judicial Center, 1051 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. bruised her foot on the beach walkover. Public works to the hospital, where he was kept overnight “as a prewas notified of the issue. caution.� He was released Oct. 20.

Sheriff investigates AM Oct. 18, Ginny’s & Jane E’s at the Old IGA, 9807 Tokajer said another officer was stung at the same school bus exposure incident Gulf Drive, trespass. A shoplifting suspect ran south on property and the owner now has been notified to have Manatee County Sheriff’s investigators have Gulf Drive. Deputies detained the man at Gulf Drive the wasp nest addressed in order to continue the house identified a man who allegedly exposed himself to a and Oak Street and determined the allegedly stolen check program. school bus driver near the corner of Crescent Avenue merchandise had been left at the store. The store owner issued the man a trespass warning. and North Bay Boulevard in Anna Maria.

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Moose lodge members take action, save life

By Kathy Prucnell Islander Reporter Mike Turner knows CPR. And, as happenstance would have it, Turner, a retired 39-year firefighter, was in the right place to help Eric Paulsen — who nearly drowned Oct. 14 in the Gulf of Mexico near Moose Lodge 2188 in Bradenton Beach.

Beachgoers saw the 54-year-old man go into the water, swim awhile and, at about 3:42 p.m., when he began floating and looking purple, called 911, according to marine rescue and police reports.

People from the beach went to the back door of the Moose, saying someone needed CPR just as Turner, a seven-months-a-year snowbird on Anna Maria Island, was about to begin washing dishes, his Moose volunteer job that day.

That’s when Turner and others from the Moose sprang into action. “On the way out the back the door, I grabbed the AED in case it was needed,� he said.

As he got closer to the water, Turner saw Paulsen being pulled onto the beach by Samaratans. “For a while there, I didn’t think he’d make it,� said Debbie Snook, Moose office manager, who assisted with Turner’s efforts.

Once Paulsen was on the beach, Turner used his dishwasher’s apron to dry Paulsen’s chest, before an off-duty EMT at the beach with his family, helped him affix the AED’s contact pads.

The AED registered “no shock was needed� and to “continue CPR,� which they did.

Man arrested for exposure, sentenced to probation

Holmes Beach man gets jail, probation for DUI, drugs

A 55-year-old man was sentenced to two years probation and credit for time served for a disturbance in May at a Bradenton Beach restaurant.

Robert Randall Lloyd, a live-aboard boater at the Bradenton Beach anchorage, pleaded no contest July 28 to resisting arrest with violence, disorderly intoxication and exposing his sexual organs.

Lloyd upset patrons at the Bridge Tender Inn & Dockside Bar when he swore, urinated and shook his penis at the nearby dinghy dock. He resisted police by putting his hand up and swinging at an officer.

Judge Brian Iten imposed Lloyd’s sentence and included a 12-month probation on the exposure charge to run concurrent with the two-year probation.

Lloyd also was ordered to receive an alcohol and mental health evaluation, appropriate treatment and weekly counseling. The court also allowed for the transfer of his court supervision to Georgia.

According to the court website, Lloyd was assessed $969 in court costs and fees.

Time stood still for the rescuers and Turner couldn’t guess how long the rescue took, saying he just did what he was trained to do and had done a multitude of times — until emergency responders from Manatee County Marine Rescue and EMS took over patient care. “It did take a village,� Turner said, emphasizing the importance of the AED — which if not used for cardiac arrest can reduce the chance of survival by 7-10 percent every minute. “I give total credit to the emergency responders,� he added.

EMS transported Paulsen to Blake Medical Center in Bradenton, where he was treated, hospitalized and discharged several days later.

2nd case against LBK jewelry thief dropped

Mike Turner points to the Gulf of Mexico where he helped rescue an unconscious man. Inset: Turner and Debbie Snook. Islander Photos: Kathy Prucnell

The second case brought by Longboat Key police in 2015 against a jewelry thief who sold gold and jewelry to a Bradenton Beach jeweler has ended in no prosecution.

Michael M. Artman, 53, of Holmes Beach, was arrested in December 2015 for an alleged burglary and grand theft at the Windward Bay condominiums in the 4900 block of Gulf of Mexico Drive.

A condo resident reported Artman’s van was in the parking lot when he left the building and, on return from the grocery store, he found $1,500 in jewelry, including a gold onyx ring, stolen from his condo.

Artman was previously convicted for the theft of a diamond ring valued at $85,000 from another condo resident in the same complex. He was sentenced to two years probation in that case.

For several years before his first arrest, Artman sold jewelry to Bridge Street Jewelers in Bradenton Beach, which then resold the items.

During the investigation, Artman allegedly told police he’d committed 10-15 similar crimes, including the 4900 Windward Bay unit burglary and theft.

However, Judge Brian Iten ruled Aug. 15 the admissions made after Artman requested an attorney were not legally obtained.

Assistant State Attorney Casey Cahall dropped the case the next day.

According to her memo, the state would be unable to prove beyond a reasonable doubt Artman removed or sold the victim’s jewelry due to the suppressed confessions and the lack of corroborating evidence.

A Holmes Beach man was sentenced Aug. 21 in 12th Circuit Court to 12 months probation for driving impaired after a prior conviction, refusing to submit to a breath test and possessing Zoloft without a prescription.

Judge Mark Singer ordered Shane Weaver, 28, to 10 days in Manatee County jail, with credit for time served, a 90-day house arrest, 12 days in the offender work program and advanced DUI school.

Weaver was arrested by Holmes Beach police for failing field-sobriety tests in January. His vehicle was observed swerving across Gulf Drive. Found in his vehicle were 25 pills marked “Tesla� and 10 Zoloft pills.

HBPD had suggested 25 felony counts of possessing Tesla, a controlled substance known to be twice as strong as MDMA/Ecstasy, but the state attorney’s office dropped them in February, and transferred the case to the misdemeanor division.

After Weaver’s plea in August, Singer also ordered a six-month driver’s license suspension, vehicle Streetlife continued from page 15 impoundment for 30 days and 50 hours of public serdevices at the resort, where neither man was a guest. vice, with an optional buy-out at $10 per hour for half Eyes on the road Both men were trespassed and advised not to return. of the service work.

Bradenton Beach is policed by BBPD. The Florida Department of Transportation posted Weaver was assessed $2,889 in fines and court Cortez the following advisories for the week of Oct. 23: costs, according to the court’s website.

Oct. 7, Seafood Shack Marina, Bar & Grill, 4110 • SR 789/Gulf Drive from SR 64/Manatee Avenue 127th St. W., theft. An unknown person stole a kayak to SR 684/Cortez Road: Manatee County is installing Cortez is policed by MCSO. from the parking lot and left the paddle. new force mains and water mains. For more informaHolmes Beach Oct. 8, Bradenton Boat Club, 12160 Cortez Road Oct. 15, 600 block of Dundee Lane and Emerald tion, visit amipipereplacement.com.

W., suspicious incidents. A woman from New York Lane, assist. A boat crashed into a dock a boat on a • SR 789/Gulf Drive in Bradenton Beach: Crews reported her father, an owner of a boat in storage, had lift and a fence. Damage to the dock was estimated at are installing a sidewalk along Gulf Drive from south died and that she gave the storage facility her contact $1,000. Holmes Beach police interviewed a suspect of 13th Street South to the North Coquina Beach Boat information, credit card for money due and went back at the corner of Key Royale Drive and Dundee Lane. Ramp. Currently, the work involves clearing the site to New York. About three weeks later, she returned and HBPD passed the information to the Florida Fish and area and working on drainage. Watch for daytime clofound out the boat had been released to her brother. Wildlife Conservation Commission for investigation. sures. The expected completion is late 2017.

She also reported a burglary at her father’s Bradenton • SR 684/Cortez Road at 119th Street West: Crews Oct. 16, 3200 block of Gulf Drive, theft. A man home, where his truck and motorcycle were missing. alleged the theft of a check from his checkbook. He will construct interim safety improvements, including Oct. 9, O’Shucks Raw Bar & Grill, 12012 Cortez told police a friend of the family staying at his res- median, pedestrian signal and lane-striping. Currently, Road W., disturbance. A small crowd gathered in the idence had stolen a check from his checkbook and crews are mobilizing for the project. Watch for daytime parking lot, where a man screamed and swore at a cashed it for $175. and nighttime lane closures. The expected completion tow truck operator during a crash investigation by the is late 2017.

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Government ‘nerd’ advises Holmes Beach ad hoc committee

By Terry O’Connor Islander Reporter The Florida League of Cities sent a “nerd” to advise the Holmes Beach ad hoc committee researching various forms of government.

Lynn Tipton, director of the FLC University, brought more than 30 years’ experience in state and federal administration to Holmes Beach for an appearance Oct. 17 before the ad hoc committee on government.

“I’m kind of a nerd,” said Tipton. “In my spare time, I read city charters.”

The FLC formed as a group of municipal governments in 1922 to shape legislation, share the advantages of cooperative action and exchange ideas and experiences.

Tipton came to advise the ad hoc committee studying the Holmes Beach form of government and whether it would benefit from a city manager. The committee will also recommend job responsibilities, benefits and pay range if a city manager is hired.

The committee can draft charter revision proposals, but any recommendation must go before the city commission.

Tipton’s talk was wide-ranging as she discussed the many forms of government exercised by 412 municipalities in Florida’s 67 counties. She focused on shoreline cities, saying inland city issues are dissimilar.

“Most coastal cities have seasonal populations,” Tipton said.

She suggested the committee focus on answering one question: Does our form of government work for us?

Tipton made it clear she was not going to interfere with the direction of home rule regarding the form of government in Holmes Beach.

“We’re here to point you to resources,” she said.

Committee member Terry Schaefer asked what form of government provided a net advantage. It’s a

Holmes Beach ad hoc committee chair David Cheshire discusses the Oct. 17 meeting agenda with Lynn Tipton, director of the Florida League of Cities University. Islander Photo: Terry O’Connor simple question with no simple answer, Tipton said.

“A manager costs you,” she said. “It takes the heat off the mayor.”

The trend since the 1950s has been for Florida cities to move toward a commission-manager form of government, Tipton said.

Committee members quizzed Tipton about various governmental options.

Committee chair David Cheshire asked how most commission-manager forms of government are structured in Florida.

Tipton said it was split, with some cities opting for

making it tougher to hire a manager and others making it harder to fire a manager.

The need for a full-time professional manager is being driven by an increasing complexity of issues, faster rates of change, a need for more effective lobbying, increasing city responsibilities and liabilities, and operational stability and consistency, Cheshire said in a report he presented after Tipton’s talk.

Holmes Beach’s unique composition makes it difficult to find a comparable city, Tipton said. So, it’s more important to determine how a city manager should be hired and fired here, she said.

“Most managers are hired with enthusiasm and fired with enthusiasm,” Tipton said. “It’s the nature of the profession.”

If a charter change recommendation from the committee is approved by the commission, it must then go before the electorate. Commission Chair Judy Titsworth was at the meeting along with Mayor Bob Johnson, Police Chief Bill Tokajer and treasurer Lori Hill.

The committee would develop a transition plan if voters approve a proposed charter change.

Tipton emphasized one bit of advice: “Whatever you put in the charter, make it clear.”

The committee will next meet at 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30, at city hall, 5801 Marina Drive.

City government forms

Commission/council with manager: 65 percent, including Longboat Key. Commission/weak mayor: 22 percent, including Bradenton Beach.

Commission/strong mayor: 12 percent, including Anna Maria and Holmes Beach.

Administrator reports to mayor: 1 percent.

Source: Holmes Beach ad hoc committee chair David Cheshire

THE ISLANDER n Oct. 25, 2017 n 19

Hurricane Irma, Clydesdales leave different cleanup tasks

By Terry O’Connor Islander Reporter Hurricane Irma didn’t strike Anna Maria Island as hard as expected but still left a mark on many lives and properties, according to reports at the Oct. 18 meeting of the Coalition of Barrier Island Elected Officials.

Holmes Beach Commissioner Carol Soustek said the cleanup and recovery has gone slowly at times.

“This morning, one of the claw trucks showed up in the 500 block of 71st Street,” Soustek said. “I’m all excited, right? He did three houses and left.”

It took 40 minutes to clean up those three residences, she said, and it took more than an hour for the truck to return from the Lena Road landfill.

“He’s going to be on 71st Street for a long time,” Soustek said.

Bob Baublitz, lead operations supervisor for Waste Pro in Manatee County, estimated Oct. 13 nearly 200 tons of storm debris will have been removed by the end of October when the job is done.

“The good news is building damage and so forth is not very significant,” said Holmes Beach Mayor Bob Johnson.

The officials shared a laugh when comparing storm debris removal with the problems posed by keeping up with the waste production from the Budweiser Clydesdales that recently cantered through Bradenton Beach.

“The Clydesdales left behind on Bridge Street a significant amount of material that could be used in your upcoming political election,” Anna Maria Mayor Dan Murphy said to loud laughter.

Holmes Beach Commissioner Jean Peelen brought the meeting back to serious issues with observations about the barrier island traffic study being conducted by the Florida Department of Transportation and the need to apply for concession funding from Manatee County.

“I want to thank the mayors for the stand you’re

Anna Maria Commissioner Carol Carter, left, Holmes Beach Commissioner Jean Peelen and mayors Dan Murphy of Anna Maria, Bob Johnson of Holmes Beach and Bill Shearon of Bradenton Beach share a laugh Oct. 18 at the Coalition of Barrier Island Elected Officials meeting. Islander Photo: Terry O’Connor taking with the traffic study people,” Peelen said. “It matters. They need to hear. There’s a certain arrogance with state folks where they just think they know best.”

The three island mayors are questioning the value of the $675,000 barrier island traffic study being done by the DOT. The study is supposed to identify traffic problems and solutions involving vehicles, parking, bicycles and pedestrians on the barrier islands from Anna Maria southward to Lido Key. Tricia Labud, DOT District 1 traffic operations, acknowledged upon being questioned that the study had yet to determine where on the mainland most of the island traffic originates.

“I think it’s difficult to find solutions if you don’t know where the problem is coming from,” Johnson said Oct. 9 at an Island Transportation Planning Organization meeting.

Peelen was less complimentary when discussing money being left on the table by the mayors.

“What’s wrong with you?” she asked. “There’s $1 million sitting in the Holmes Beach concession fund.

We have not asked for it.”

Funds collected by Manatee County from United Park Services, the concessionaire at the Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, and Coquina Beach, 2650 Gulf Drive S., Bradenton Beach, above the base rent are allocated to a beach “reserve” fund.

It has topped $1 million in the past two years, but the cities have barely tapped it.

The reserve fund contributed $130,000 to the island ULI study in 2015, and other funds, $93,500, were spent on custodial care at the two public beaches and a holiday cleanup, leaving a balance of $1,097,872.

A request from the cities to fund fitness-exercise stations on the Bradenton Beach trail has not yet been fulfilled.

Peelen said the county will find other uses for the money if Anna Maria Island leaders don’t apply for it.

“My point is the ball is being dropped here big time,” Peelen said.

Any projects submitted for funding must be agreed on by the three cities. Johnson said a list of project funding requests approved by the island mayors will be announced sometime before Nov. 1.

Alley phase of Bradenton Beach stormwater project to begin

By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Islander Reporter Some alleyways on the north end of Bradenton Beach are about to get a facelift.

The city will clear debris and install stormwater filtration in the city-owned alleys from 23rd Street North to 26th Street North between Gulf Drive and Avenue A. Many of the alleys have become overgrown with weeds and plants or residents have stored items there, causing increased flooding after heavy rainfall.

At an Oct. 19 meeting, the mayor and commissioners unanimously voted to follow city engineer Lynn Burnett’s recommendation to accept contractor Woodruff & Sons Inc.’s bid for the project. Burnett’s company, LTA Engineers, will engineer and manage the project for the city.

The contract with Woodruff & Sons was approved, although some minor corrections are pending from the city attorney.

Additionally, the commission unanimously approved LTA Engineer’s $13,000 proposal for bidding services, engineering and project oversight.

Burnett said the total for the project is $208,000, half of which will be reimbursed by the Southwest Florida Water Management District.

An alley located near the intersection of 25th Street and Avenue A in Bradenton Beach is planned for inclusion in an upcoming stormwater filtration project. Islander Photo: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Workers will clear encroachments from the alleys, dig stormwater infiltration beds and install perforated pipes that connect and drain to outfalls. The infiltration beds will be covered with stone.

Following a Sept. 20 pre-bid meeting, Burnett and

Bradenton Beach public works director Tom Woodard conducted two neighborhood workshops to address project concerns with citizens.

At the workshops, Burnett introduced project details and showed photos of the alleys along with digitally enhanced “after” pictures.

Commissioner Marilyn Maro attended the Sept. 20 workshop held at Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St. N., and was impressed with the proposals.

“The pictures really show the difference this improvement will make,” Maro said.

Burnett said in addition to a proposal that easily met the project budget, she chose to recommend Woodruff & Sons because work will be done in close proximity to residences, requiring interaction with people in the neighborhood.

“They will be right in everyone’s back windows,” Burnett said. “Having the right crew is paramount.”

She said her experience with the company has shown they “have compassion, will talk with people and work with them.”

She said the project — set to begin in November — will take about eight weeks to complete.

“We’ll mobilize in November and get it done before the January snowbirds come back,” Burnett said.

Clearing the way

A sunken 40-foot mono-hull is raised by a crane and barge Oct. 19 just north of the Cortez Bridge and adjacent to the Seafood Shack marina. It was late afternoon when the sailboat was removed in a joint operation to remove navigational hazards between four agencies — the U.S. Coast Guard, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission. Eddy Shorter, dockmaster at the Shack marina, watched the daylong operation. Two boats were hoisted and removed to the barge. Islander Photo: Courtesy the Seafood Shack / Eddy Shorter

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Turtle watch closes in on record-breaking season

By chrisann Silver esformes islander reporter and the cycle continues. another record-breaking season for anna maria island turtle Watch and Shorebird monitoring will wrap-up oct. 31. more sea turtle nests — 488 loggerhead nests and five green sea turtle nests — were laid as of Oct. 19 on anna maria island beaches than any previous year on record.

With amitW’s help, more than 25,000 hatchlings found their way to the gulf of mexico. during sea turtle nesting-hatching season, may 1-oct. 31, sea turtles — mostly loggerheads on anna maria island — return to the beach of their origin to lay their eggs. following a six- to eight-week incubation period, tiny hatchlings emerge from nests on the shore — usually at night — and follow the reflection of the moon and stars on the surface of the water to the gulf of mexico. on may 1, a team of amitW volunteers embarked upon their first sunrise beach survey of this season.

Volunteers — 88 total — are responsible for walking a mile stretch of shoreline one day a week after dawn breaks to look for new nests and, later in the season, to look for signs of hatched nests.

When a nest is discovered, it is staked off for protection from predators and people, and so amitW volunteers can collect data.

The first nests of the season were spotted May 12 — one in anna maria, another in Bradenton Beach and two in Holmes Beach.

Within two weeks, 60 more nests were validated on island beaches.

By July 2, there were 347 nests nestled in clutches on the island shoreline.

Some of the first hatchlings of sea turtle season on anna maria island emerged early morning July 15 near avenue f in Holmes Beach. upon emergence from the nest, the majority of the medallion-size hatchlings progressed to the water.

However, several hatchlings disoriented and crawled

With a tracking device mounted atop the female sea turtle’s carapace, Eliza Ann, a 300-pluspound loggerhead makes her way June 20 from her nesting activity back to the Gulf of Mexico.

Islander Photos: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes

toward the dunes. they were found and released to walk the sand to the water. the hatchlings imprint on the beach is an important part of the process. upon hatching, a sea turtle is guided by instinct to the reflection of the moon and stars on the Gulf waters but, in some cases, lights visible from the shoreline can disorient hatchlings. disorientations were an issue this season in Holmes Beach. Located at the center of the island, Holmes Beach had the most nests of the three island municipalities and also has more people.

While the likelihood of disorientations increases with more nests, the ratio was not proportionate, according to amitW executive director Suzi fox. throughout the rest of season, fox worked with code enforcement in Holmes Beach to remedy problems by bringing lights into compliance with sea turtle regulations and educating people on the beaches. additionally, with season’s end, fox will evaluate data to determine how to keep the problem from recurring next year. during the year, fox and her team of volunteers educate the public about the importance of turtlefriendly lighting — low and shielded — and closing blinds and curtains at night in beachfront units.

amitW creates handouts, including door-hangers and leaflets, and distributes them to the public at informational “turtle talks.” people also are invited to some nest excavations throughout the hatching portion of season. amitW volunteers conduct excavations — dig into hatched nests — 72 hours after hatching to collect data that is shared with county, state and federal agencies. turtle watch volunteers count the number of hatched and unhatched eggs, and any live hatchlings in the nest are released to the gulf. throughout July, hatch rates increased, while new nesting activity started tapering off. on July 23, amitW “stat guy” pete gross reported 437 nests on the island, “an all-time record for number of nests on ami for any one season.” also, as of July 23, 27 nests had hatched, 394 nests remained viable and approximately 1,697 hatchlings had made their way to the sea. on July 31, tropical Storm emily staged a sneak attack from the gulf of mexico, forming just offshore overnight and making landfall on anna maria island. as the storm pushed ashore and northeast across florida, downpours, high winds and rough surf pounded the island’s beaches — and washed over some pLeaSe See turtleS, next page Suzi Fox, Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch and Shorebird Monitoring executive director, leads an educational “Turtle Talk” June 5 at CrossPointe Fellowship in Holmes Beach.

The sun casts a glow Aug. 9 on a loggerhead hatchling as it makes its way to the Gulf of Mexico from its nest in Holmes Beach.

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Turtle watch volunteer Annie Camp shows people a loggerhead egg Aug. 9 during a nest excavation on the beach in Holmes Beach.

Sea turtle nests — and a sea of umbrellas — line the beach July 6 in Holmes Beach during peak loggerhead nesting season on Anna Maria Island. turtles continued from page 20 sea turtle nests.

AMITW counted 376 unhatched nests before Emily, many in the dunes above the high tide line, that were unaffected by the storm.

Fox said AMITW estimated it lost stakes for 28 nests, mostly from Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach.

By Aug. 28, 207 nests had hatched, 173 remained unhatched and approximately 14,997 hatchlings had emerged from their nests.

The next big storm event affecting AMI — Hurricane Irma — passed AMI overnight Sept. 10-11.

Irma — a Category 2 storm when it skirted the island — produced strong winds, but minimal flooding and no storm surge. As of Sept. 17, AMITW reported 319 hatched nests and 37 nests remaining to hatch on the island. Fox said 22 nests were lost to Irma.

Hatch rates diminished late September and early October. According to Fox, this is normal for the end of season, when nesting females are depositing mostly unfertilized eggs to prepare for migration.

As of Oct. 22, no nests remained on the island.

“We’ve had another incredible year,” Fox said.

“People working together as a team — volunteers, residents, businesses and visitors — is vital to saving our turtles. We should be proud of what we’ve accomplished.”

For more information about AMITW, contact Fox at suzilfox@gmail.com or 941-778-5638.

AMITW sea turtle stats as of Oct. 22: 488 nests, 446 false crawls, 340 hatched nests and approximately 25,379 hatchlings to the sea.

All nests of the 2017 sea turtle nesting season have hatched.

The Bradenton Beach Planning and Zoning Board meets Oct. 18 at city hall, 107 Gulf Drive N. — its first meeting with a quorum since June.

Islander Photos: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes

Eliza Ann races to finish line, takes 2nd place

When loggerhead nesting season peaked mid-June, Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch and Shorebird Monitoring partnered with the Sea Turtle Conservancy in its Tour de Turtles, a program to tag and release a nesting female loggerhead for migration data.

The chosen sea turtle was named Eliza Ann for AMITW’s race sponsor, the Eliza Ann Restaurant at Waterline Resort and Marina in Holmes Beach — was held overnight and tagged with a satellite tracker June 19. She was released early June 20 from the nesting site at Coquina Beach.

The tracking device showed the Sea Turtle Conservancy and AMITW that Eliza Ann came ashore four times, nesting three times during the season, which runs through Oct. 31.

This was the first confirmation for AMITW of multiple nesting by a mature female loggerhead on Anna Maria Island.

As of Oct. 19, Eliza Ann had traveled 1,580 miles and was in second place in the marathon, which tracks distance covered through Nov. 1 by the tagged sea turtles.

Turtle watch participated in the tour in 2015 with a loggerhead named Amie, but the turtle’s tracker fell off not long after she began her migration.

“This is the first time that we have positive proof of multiple nests laid by one girl, all on the west coast,” said Suzi Fox, AMITW executive director. “We are over-the-moon excited.”

— ChrisAnn Silver Esformes

BB P&Z reconvenes with new members

By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes ever had here,” Commissioner John Chappie, who Islander Reporter attended the meeting, said Oct. 18.

A sea change is in the works in Bradenton Following introductions, Garrett addressed P&Z Beach. board members’ powers and duties.

Following a four-month hiatus, the planning and He emphasized the P&Z board is a recommendzoning board met Oct. 18 with a quorum — including ing body to the city commission. It does not have final four new members. authority.

In September, the city commission appointed Fred Garrett said the city holds public hearings after Bartizal, Ken McDonough, Andrew Mincieli and Bill the P&Z board makes a recommendation, which is Morrow to the board, which had been unable to meet dependent on the members reaching consensus. He since August due to lack of a quorum. said commission hearings are legislative or quasi-judiThe new members succeeded four members who cial, adding he would explain more about hearings at resigned in August, when the city voted to join a law- the Oct. 25 meeting. suit initiated by former Mayor Jack Clarke against Additionally, Garrett told board members that they them for allegedly violating the Sunshine Law. are not to discuss P&Z matters with each other or comAs of Oct. 18, three of the four new members had missioners outside of board meetings or hearings. He completed Sunshine Law training, according to deputy said if members have concerns, speak with him. clerk Marie Montoya. Bartizal received the materials “I highly encourage you to call me with quesOct. 18 and was instructed to complete the course before tions,” Garrett said. the next meeting, planned for Oct. 25.

Additionally, he said, he cannot tell one member City planner Alan Garrett led the Oct. 18 meet- what another member said to him, outside of a meeting, introducing himself and asking members to do ing. the same.

“That would be ex parte communication and that’s The members briefly addressed their backgrounds not allowed,” Garrett said. He cannot be a conduit. and qualifications.

Garrett gave members a brief background of the “This is one of the strongest P&Z groups — as far history of zoning in Florida and said the purpose of as qualifications are concerned — that I think we’ve zoning regulations is to “protect the health, safety and welfare” of individuals in the city.

“We always must respect these issues,” Garrett said.

He gave members copies of the city zoning map and explained the districts.

Garrett said most of the issues the P&Z board addresses are rezones, land development code amendments, special permits and site plans.

He encouraged members to use the LDC and comprehensive plans as resources.

Garrett closed the meeting with a reminder: “By being a member of the board, you now act as one individual. Everything that you discuss stays here with the board. If you happen to have dinner with a commissioner and you know a particular issue will come before the commissioner, you are not to discuss the issue.”

The next P&Z meeting will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25, at Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N.

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ECHO’s big project

Roser to host recital, grand piano dedication

Roser Memorial Community Church will celebrate the recent acquisition of a grand piano for its sanctuary with a dedication recital at 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29. The recital will feature Sarasota-based pianist Don Bryn, who will perform a diverse repertoire of classical and jazz selections. He performs with the Venice Symphony, Pops Orchestra, Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra and Musica Viva. Roser musicians Mary Deur (flute), Phyllis O’Keef (organ/piano), Kristen Stanton (piano) and Scott Stanton (bass) also will perform. The piano will be dedicated during the 10 a.m. worship service at the church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Islander Courtesy Photo

Fall worship schedule 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 at 8605 gulf drive, Holmes Beach. the episcopal church of the annunciation worships Sundays at 8 a.m. and at 10:30 a.m. with music at 4408 gulf drive, Holmes Beach. christ church of Longboat Key holds worship service Sundays at 10 a.m. Sunday school is held at 11:15 a.m. in the church choir room following worship, 6400 gulf of mexico drive. 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 5 p.m. 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.

Harvey memorial community church, 300 church St., Bradenton Beach, is an interdenomina-

tional church with service Sundays at 9:30 a.m.

Longboat island chapel, a christian-based interfaith community church, offers communion and healing at 9:45 a.m. and worship at 10 a.m. at the church, 6200 gulf of mexico drive, Longboat Key. Worship service at roser memorial community church is held 8:30 a.m. in the chapel at 10 a.m. Sundays in the sanctuary at 512 pine ave., anna maria.

St. Bernard catholic church celebrates mass at 8:30 a.m. daily and Sunday mass at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. at 248 S. Harbor drive, Holmes Beach.

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David Erickson, president/CEO of ECHO Global Farms, will talk with members and guests of the JOY/ Just Older Youth group at 11 a.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 25, at Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. ECHO is a global Christian organization “honoring God by empowering the undernourished with sustainable hunger solutions.” Attendees will meet in the fellowship hall at Roser. Organizers suggest bringing a brown bag lunch. Beverages and dessert are provided. For more information, call the church office at 941-7780414.

Obituary

John Shirk

John Shirk, 80, of Bradenton and formerly of anna maria, died oct. 16. mr. Shirk played in the tennis group at the center of anna maria island and, before retiring, worked in the food service business.

He is survived by his wife, Jean. no service is planned.

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Pumpkins created during the Small Town Creamery’s Oct. 14 decorating class for kids fill a display shelf at the ice cream shop in Holmes Beach.

Pumpkins come to life

By Sandy Ambrogi, sandy@islander.org

Island kids get into the Halloween spirit during a candy-and-pumpkin decorating class Oct. 14 at the Small Town Creamery, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

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• 12:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 3, early release.

• Friday, Nov. 10, no school, Veterans Day. • Wednesday-Friday Nov. 22-Nov. 24, no school, revised thanksgiving holiday. anna maria elementary is at 4700 gulf drive, Holmes Beach. for more information, call 941-708-5525.

Excellence continues at island school, state honor bestowed for 3rd year It’s a statewide honor. And it’s not the first for “our little school by the bay.” anna maria elementary, 4700 gulf drive, Holmes Beach, was designated a School of excellence by the florida State Board of education. the designation was awarded oct. 18 to seven schools in the manFeatherston atee County School District — five elementary schools, one middle and one high school. the honor is not easily attained. there are 347 elementary, 116 middle, 96 high schools and 84 combination schools — grades K-8 or another form of nontraditional public school — awarded the designation

out of a 3,530 schools in the state. to become a School of excellence, a school must receive a grade of a or B for the most recent three years and must rank at the 80th percentile or higher for their school type for two of the past three years. manatee county School Superintendent dr. diana green, in a news release, said, “Students, parents, teachers, support employees and administrators at all of these schools have earned this important accolade and they will serve as shining examples to all of us as to what is possible and obtainable.” anna maria elementary has won the designation for three consecutive years. “i am so pleased that our school is in the top 80 percent-plus for the state of florida in our school grade

calculation compared to other elementary schools. We receive the designation due to the dedication and commitment from our teachers to make sure our students achieve and learn at the highest level possible,” ame principal Jackie featherston said about the award.

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paul was helping students conduct an experiment involving water, sand, heat and shade, and discussing the reasons scientists use graphs for comparisons.

“We want to do it the right way because today we are what?” paul asked.

“Scientists!” was the resounding reply from the third-graders in her classroom. “mr. Bones” had no comment.

Skeleton finds new ‘life’ at AME it’s not every day you a get a skeleton as a gift.

But that’s what happened oct. 17 to Karen paul and her class of thirdgraders at anna maria elementary. “mr. Bones” now stands quietly in the classroom during reading, writing, math and paul’s favorite subject, science. mr. Bones has a new life and purpose.

Just in time for Halloween, “mr.

Bones” is wearing a strand of Halloween garland and receiving more attention than usual, since the season of ghosts and goblins is a favorite time of year for third-graders. charlotte mansur, owner of mr.

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Karen Paul’s third-grade class gathers around the new kid in class, “Mr. Bones,” a gift from restaurant owner Charlotte Mansur, who refreshed her decor, minus the skeleton.

“He’s been standing in the restaurant said. paul had taught both of mansur’s since 1992. it was time to refresh the place. He needed a new home,” mansur boys, who are now in college. Knowing paul’s penchant for all things science, mansur offered “mr. Bones” to the teacher. “the kids were really excited when we showed up with a skeleton,” mansur laughed. “one pointed at the tailbone and said, ‘he has a little tail.’” it was fun. paul will use the skeleton for anatomy lessons and, chances are, “mr.

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New lodging facilities shake up Manatee tourism

By ed Scott islander reporter When the challenge is to put heads in beds, adding new hotels can cause a headache.

Manatee County tourism officials hope demand for vacation rentals catches up with an increased supply of new lodging facilities. they’d also like to attract more canadian tourists.

But as new lodging establishments are built, such as the Waterline marina resort & Beach club, set to open in november at 5325 marina drive, Holmes Beach, it takes a while for tourists to find them. Meanwhile, older facilities are challenged to keep their customer traffic and optimum revenue. the number of transient lodging units in manatee county increased 5.4 percent, from 7,743 to 8,163, in the 12 months starting in august 2016. it’s a substantial increase in inventory that’s having an impact on occupancy in Southwest florida, says tourism data expert Walter Klages of research data Services. and those numbers don’t even include new, competing lodging establishments in nearby Sarasota county, said elliott falcione, executive director of the Bradenton area convention and Visitors Bureau. “think about that,” falcione said. “When a visitor comes to the region, they may stay in the Bradenton area and think they’re in Sarasota, or vice versa.” the new beds have impacted occupancy. comparing the past two fiscal years, October-August in 2015-16 and 2016-17, Klages said, occupancy of shortterm rentals was down nearly one-half of 1 percent, 74.4-74.0. But average daily rate was up 3 percent, $169.30-$174.40, and revenue per available room, aka reVpar, was up 2.3 percent, $128.5-$131.50. “there has been a very significant increase in inventory,” said Klages, whose company collects and analyzes tourism data for the county. as inventory increases, newer establishments “benefit from being new” and the older ones have a “marketing challenge, so there’s no surprise that occupancy dropped.” august was a good month, Klages said. “i can tell you that September was definitely affected by the storms and the weather.”

Klages was speaking oct. 16 in the county chambers before the manatee county tourist development council, which meets six times a year to discuss tourism issues and advise the county commission.

Comparing the recently closed fiscal year to the previous one, Klages said visitation grew 3.7 percent, 645,600-669,800, in manatee’s hotel/motel/condo-

An artist’s rendering depicts the pool and marina at Waterline Marina Resort & Beach Club in Holmes Beach, where a November opening is anticipated. minium segment, resulting in an increase in economic impact of 6.2 percent. “this is a very substantial, positive performance,” he said.

So where do tourists come from? their points of origin are as consistent as their reasons for coming here. the majority of tourists come to manatee from other counties in florida. there were 186,940 in-state tourists in 2016-17, up 5.2 percent from 2015-16. nearly the same amount of people visited from the midwest as the northeast, 141,620-138,370. midwesterner visitation was up 5 percent, from 134.850.

Visitors from the northeast were up 4.3 percent, from 132,630. from there the raw numbers drop sharply. europe sent 87,390 visitors, up 4.5 percent from 83,620. “opportunity markets” such as Houston — pre-Hurricane Harvey — sent 30,790 tourists here, up 6.2 percent from 28,980.

“We have a very strong florida market,” Klages said, adding that he regarded the european numbers as “a very strong performance” as well, particularly compared to how well — or poorly — other florida destinations attracted europeans. the draw of tourists from the Southeastern states fell 1.3 percent, 62,460 to 61,660. canadian tourists continued to decrease in manatee. Visitation decreased 9.2 percent, from 25,370 to 23,030. Klages called these numbers “very significantly negative.” “it’s exchange parity related,” he said. “We have

become much more expensive for them because their currency and economy” haven’t performed as well as in the past.

But Klages cautioned tdc members not to listen to people who confuse low short-term vacationers with the canadians who move to florida as seasonal or long-term residents. “there is a big difference between what they are observing and what we are recording,” Klages said.

Snowbirds “are really very different from the traditional tourist. it’s really not surprising that you see lots of canadians, but they are not staying in commercial lodging.” the number of properties in manatee county with canadian mailing addresses increased from 1,561 in 2007 to 3,667, according to the office of Charles Hackney, manatee county property appraiser. meanwhile, visitation in manatee was up 4.7 percent in august, 46,500 to 48,700, year over year. tourists accounted for 109,000-plus room nights for an economic impact of almost $40 million, up 11.1 percent. “that is an important performance,” Klages said. “it is important because economic impact is what generates the residual.” they’re paying taxes, Klages said. “You can’t do much better than a better-than-10percent increase over a one-year period of time. that is doing well.” august visitation was up 17.8 percent from opportunity markets, 2,190 to 2,580; up 10.8 percent from the northeast, 5,670 to 6,280; up 5.4 percent from florida, 20,510 to 21,620; up 3.3 percent from europe, 6,320 to 6,530; and surprisingly up 9.8 percent from canada, 1,020 to 1,120.

Visitation in august was down 3.6 percent from the Southeast, 4,700 to 4,530, and down 0.8 percent from the midwest, 6,090-6,040. manatee county tax collector Ken Burton Jr. has released tourist tax collection data for august.

Holmes Beach collected $239,002.68, anna maria $120,339.57 and Bradenton Beach $54,909.34. countywide collection of tourist tax was up in august compared to the same month last year, from $677,713.30 to $782,597.87.

Klages said the spring-summer tourism season was “very strong” in manatee county. august by itself was strong. He expects a hurricane-related drop in the September data, which will be released at the next tdc meeting. that meeting is set for 9 a.m. monday, dec. 4, at anna maria city Hall, 10005 gulf drive.

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“Coconut Palms,” a postcard depiction of a lush, green Pine Avenue in Anna Maria.

The view is toward the bay, with Roser Church on the left. Sandscript invites readers to share their “postcard perfect” views on Anna Maria Island. Look for this postcard and invitation to share your photos Oct. 25 on The Islander Facebook page.

By Lisa Neff

‘Something Wicked’

i recently went leaf-peeping on anna maria island, not to celebrate the return of fall but to assess damage from the late-summer storms.

Some of our tree leaves are going from green to brown and falling dead to the ground.

Snowbird friends soon will flock back to the island to find many trees lost leaves — like the trees they left behind back home in new York, new Hampshire, Wisconsin and illinois, but without the glorious autumn color Neff conversions. i grew up in illinois in a midsized city. Waukegan is an ordinary midwestern place by most standards, but author ray Bradbury made it an extraordinary place for the children who read his books and adults who revisit their childhood year after year re-reading “dandelion Wine” and “Something Wicked this Way comes.”

The novels are set in fictitious Green Town, but any child of Waukegan who has ambled along the shore of Lake michigan, explored the deep ravines, engaged in furious battles with crab apples and played ball in the dandelion-dressed fields will recognize their hometown, which was Bradbury’s hometown. i celebrate summer re-reading “dandelion Wine,” a lyrical story about the bright, shimmering days of summer, with some magic and fantasy and also a touch of terror. and i transition into autumn re-reading “Something Wicked this Way comes,” a fantasy story about 13-year-old best friends — a boy born one minute before oct. 31 and a boy born a minute after — and the traveling carnival that visits green town. the novel, published in 1962, opens on a gray oct. 23, with cooger & dark’s pandemonium Shadow Show, a carnival that promises to make every wish and dream come true (for a price) arriving the next day.

Something is in the air.

Something wicked this way comes. each time i read this book, i read from a different perspective.

I didn’t know, on my first read, that William Shakespeare’s “macbeth” provided the inspiration for the title. nor did i understand the fear of death, which in the story can drive an adult to ride a carousel backward

to become young and perhaps live forever. as i kid, i couldn’t imagine making a deal for eternal life with the malevolent mr. dark, because i couldn’t imagine not living. at 53, i’m not like Will Halloway, the young hero of “Something Wicked this Way comes” who is about to turn 14. nor am i like the older hero of the novel, the

boy’s father, charles, who harbors tremendous fears of aging and death. i’m in the middle now, middle-aged, i guess.

Young enough not to fear my death but old enough to understand death and fear the deaths of others. and that is what i thought about when i walked on the fallen, dead leaves on a recent friday evening in one of the most pleasant places i’ve ever known.

The cover of “Season” is arriving, with the anticipated return Ray Bradbury’s of friends and acquaintances who spent summers in “Something cooler locales visiting their children and grandchilWicked This dren.

Way Comes,” Hopefully they enjoyed summer mornings walka dark fantasy ing through fields of dandelions, ambling along a lake novel about shore, or picnicking in a park. childhood But who will not return this season to the place and adultthey’ve called paradise for maybe just a year or maybe hood, good 50 years? And those who do return will find some and evil, friends gone from the island. belief the Saturday morning after i went leaf-peeping and fear, and thinking, i picked up my worn copy of “Something summer Wicked this Way comes” to read on and realized my and fall. purpose this year was to turn back time.

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40 years later, smuggling web still a tangled tale

By Sandy Ambrogi Islander Reporter Twenty miles off the shore of Egmont Key, a rusting shrimp trawler lists as it rests on the Gulf of Mexico.

It is home to schools of crevalle jack and the occasional diver.

In Taylor County, a crystal-clear sinkhole sits eerily in the middle of deep woods. It, too, is host to an occasional diver.

What ties these sites together is a tale of smugglers, murder and local boys. Those who have lived around Anna Maria Island and Cortez for decades may know the story, or perhaps heard whispers as it was recounted among boat captains and barkeeps.

Part 1 of 3 But as time has ticked forward some 40 years, so Agents joked he had caught “square grouper” — has the clarity of the incident. One man’s recollection is another man’s tale. So goes the story of Sandy the nickname for floating bales of pot. Loads were often cast off boats in the event of chase or search.

Creek.

Marijuana was the most profitable of Florida’s catches for decades.

A rare snow and a blizzard of bales The smuggler’s load was the largest-to-date in the Weather records reveal it was so cold the night of Jan. 23, 1977, it snowed on the Florida panhandle, a United States when the Capo crew were caught. The rare occurrence. But a web of smuggling, murder and defendants were nicknamed the “Steinhatchee Seven,” simple bad luck made the falling snow warm compared after the tiny Florida fishing town near where the bust to the scene that unfolded that night just down the coast occurred.

Capo claimed he didn’t know the boat was being from Panama City.

It started when a Tallahassee bartender named used to smuggle, but all seven men were convicted.

Bobby Jo Vines met FBI agent Don Baldwin in a bar in Capo served two years in federal prison, returned to 1976. Baldwin was out to nail Cortez fisherman Floyd Dixie County, in 1976 and is reputed to have become “Bubba” Capo, who, in March 1973, was arrested with one of the largest drug smugglers in the history of the six co-conspirators — another fisherman from Cortez Florida West Coast.

It would not be until 1980 that federal and state and five men from St. Petersburg. When Capo’s boat was stopped and searched near Steinhatchee, agents law enforcement agents were able to indict Bubba discovered 17,000 pounds of marijuana in the holding Capo on myriad charges. In late 1980, he received a bins on the fishing vessel and arrested Capo, despite sentence of 38 years for smuggling 28,000 pounds of pot in several counties. his protestations.

In the years between his 1976 prison release and the 1980 indictments, the elder Capo was in the crosshairs of both the DEA and Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and he knew it.

So, when approached by the bartender Vines — now turned informant — Bubba Capo sent the prospective customer to David Capo, his son.

The mango didn’t fall far from the tree. The younger Capo set about putting the plan into motion.

Little did he realize that motion would include murder.

Bradenton resident Peter Van Estrup, now deceased, was recruited to purchase a boat for the smuggling operation. According to testimony from fellow smugglers, Van Estrup went to Freeport, Texas, and purchased the Gunsmoke, a steel-hulled trawler.

Van Estrup then piloted the Gunsmoke from Texas to Colombia, where, it was said, he was guarded by members of the Colombian army while more than 20 tons of marijuana were loaded onto the boat.

The Gunsmoke then made its way to the Gulf of Mexico and quietly anchored in the darkness in the small bay of Sandy Creek in Bay County to off-load the cargo.

Jon boats were running the bales to shore and men were loading two trucks in the darkness when an ex-con from Springfield showed up in a camper with two young women and another man, looking for seclusion and a night of fun.

It would turn out to be a bad-luck decision to travel to Sandy Creek that night — the worst kind of wrong place, wrong time.

Part 2 The smuggling plan unravels and four people looking for a party instead made a fatal decision to go Sandy Creek.

Slim’s rises in adult soccer, youth soccer enters finals

By Kevin P. Cassidy Islander Reporter After three weeks of soccer action in the adult league at the Center of Anna Maria Island, Slim’s Place has the only unblemished record at 3-0 and stands alone in first place. Mulock Flynn Law is right on their heels at 2-0-1, closely followed by Acqua Aveda at 2-1. Sato Real Estate holds down fourth place with a 1-1-1 record, while Ross Built, Jiffy Lube and Moss Builders all sport 1-2 records. Mar/Kis Insurance holds down last place and is still in search Cassidy of a victory at 0-3.

Moss Builders opened the Oct. 19 action on the center field, emphatically breaking its schneid with a 9-4 victory over Acqua Aveda to behind two goals each from Shay Coleman, Olaf Krause and Jillian Ptak.

Ryan Moss, Andre Lewis and Matt Plummer each added a goal to complete the scoring, while Jordan Demers made four saves in goal.

Rico Beissert scored three goals and Cortni Wash added a goal to lead Acqua Aveda in the loss.

The second game of the evening saw Slim’s Place improve to 3-0 as Jiffy Lube failed to field the required number of players.

Ross Built rolled to an 8-1 victory over Mar/Kis Insurance behind five goals from Kevin Roman and a goal each from Scott Eason, Jake Parsons and Greg Ross.

Jermais Gramajo notched the lone goal for Mar/ Kis Insurance in the loss.

The last game of the evening was the best, as

Mulock Flynn Law and Sato battled to a 7-7 tie. Chris Scott led Mulock Flynn with six goals and Lexi Sato added a goal.

Zoran Kolega and Josh Sato scored two goals each to lead Sato, which also received goals from Nate Welch, Adam Mott and Angela Albrecht in the tie.

Finals set in 8-10 youth soccer division There were no upsets of monumental proportion during the Oct. 17 semifinals of the 8-10 youth soccer division playoffs at the center.

Top seeded Progressive Cabinetry easily dispatched Blue Lagoon 4-1, while Bins Be Clean defeated Wash Family Construction 3-1, to set up a No. 1 seed versus No. 2 championship game.

The final will have a 6:30 p.m. kickoff after press time for The Islander Tuesday, Oct. 24. Before he championship match at 5:30 p.m., the third-place playoff game will pit Wash versus Blue Lagoon Horseshoe news Four teams emerged from pool play with 2-1 records and battled it out for the day’s championship during Oct. 18 horseshoe action at the Anna Maria City Hall horseshoe pits.

The team of Dom Livedoti and Sam Samuels rolled past Norm Good and Tim Sofran 25-2, while Jay Disbrow waltzed past Bob Rowley and Tom Skoloda 23-7 in the semifinals.

Livedoti and Samuels earned the day’s bragging rights with a 21-16 win over Disbrow.

Livedoti found himself back in the winner’s circle during Oct. 21 action, teaming with Steve Doyle to

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Key Royale news The Key Royale Club golfers took part in an Oktoberfest Scramble Oct. 14 that included a traditional evening German buffet that was enjoyed by more than 60 club members.

The team of John Koljeski, Charlie Porter and Kathy Porter combined on a 10-under-par 22 to take home first-place honors for the day. They were followed by Diane Miller, Karen Mitchell and Scott Mitchell in second place with a 7-under-par 25, while Debbie Richardson, Dave Richardson, Phyllis Roe and Jack Roe were another shot back in third place.

Margrit Layh won the closest-to-the-pin contest for the women on the eighth hole, while Charlie Porter took home the men’s prize on the third hole.

Helen Pollock won the women’s long-drive contest, while Dave Richardson won on the men’s side.

The men were back on the course Oct. 16 for their regular modified-Stableford system match. Jeff Rodecal grabbed first place with a plus-5, while Mark Kimball took second with a score of plus-2.

The men played a nine-hole scramble Oct. 19.

The team of Lex Halakan, Tom Lewis, Rodencal and Gary Silke combined on a 6-under-par 26 to take first place, while Dick Mills, Pat Moyna, Tom Nelson and Terry Tarras combined for second place at 3-underpar 29.

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Fast-action species keep island anglers busy By capt. danny Stasny islander reporter Fall fishing around Anna Maria Island is host to some fast-action species that are sure to keep local and visiting anglers occupied.

While patrolling the beaches, i’m seeing schools of Spanish mackerel as close as 100 yards from the shore to about a mile off the beach. Looking for the feeding shorebirds — seagulls and terns — is key to locating these fish. mixed in with the macks are king mackerel — the Spanish mackerel’s Stasny larger cousin. and, of course, whenever large quantities of mackerel are around, you’re bound to see sharks.

Blacktip and spinner sharks are the most apparent species, but don’t be surprised to see an occasional bull shark or even the elusive hammerhead cruise by the boat.

Flats fishing also is heating up with the cooler weather. the recent drop in water temps triggered the snook to start moving from the beaches and passes to the grass flats in the bays. and you know when the snook are on the grass flats, they are there for one reason — to feed. High tides are favorable to target these linesiders on the flats and especially around mangrove shorelines and oyster bars. casting live shiners right up against the edge of the bushes — or if you’re good, under the bushes —is a sure-fire way to catch numerous schooley-sized snook.

You also may hook into some redfish while doing this, which is always a welcome sight. on my Southernaire charters, i’m starting the morning by fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. Numerous Spanish mackerel and shark catches are a great way

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the William r. mote memorial Snook Shindig is rescheduled for nov. 3-4. the event, a fundraiser for mote marine Laboratory, was rescheduled from oct. 6-7. it is a “catch, sample and release” fishing tournament that provides recreational and research opportunities.

Anglers get to fish for prizes. Mote gets their data for research. a captain’s meeting will be at 6 p.m. friday, nov. 3, at mote’s WaVe center, 1600 Ken thompson parkway on city island in Sarasota. fishing in Sarasota Bay will begin at 7 p.m. friday, nov. 3, and conclude at noon Saturday, nov. 4. an awards banquet will be at 5:30 p.m. nov.

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The registration fees to fish and dine are $50 for adults and $30 for kids. the cost to attend the banquet is $30. for more information and to register, go online to mote.org/snookshindig or call mote at 941-3884441.

Phil Hardwick and Gene Clements of Illinois went offshore Oct. 11 looking for gag grouper and yellow tail snapper and found the fish cooperative and willing to take their bait, live shiners.

They were guided by Capt Warren Girle.

to start off the day. throw in a couple late-season tarpon and you’re golden. this bite seems to be working during the morning incoming tide. plus, with the low tide in the morning, it’s tough to get on the flats to target snook and redfish. So after you get in some beach action, the tide will have had a chance to rise.

Then it’s time to hit the flats, where snook 20-26 inches are abundant. These hungry fish are quickly devouring free-lined shiners. and to add to the fun, I’m seeing redfish mixed in with the snook bite. capt. Warren girle is patrolling the beaches of Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key for kingfish, Spanish mackerel and shark. for the macks and kings, girle is anchoring and chumming over structure. Artificial reefs and ledges are proving to be a good area to start. Kingfish up to 30 pounds are being taken with most catches falling in the 15-pound range. As for the macks, fish up to 24 inches to the fork are the norm.

Moving inshore, Girle is finding a good bite on redfish and trout. For the redfish, shallow grass flats where sandy potholes exist are producing the best action. As for the trout, slightly deeper grass flats with the same environment or sandy potholes are resulting in slot-size fish. capt. david White of anna maria charters also is targeting kings and macks in the gulf of mexico.

To catch bait for the kingfish, White is using a Sabiki rig to snag threadfin herring. These larger baits are ideal for slow trolling or casting. plus, they are like candy for hungry kings. as for the macks, mediumsize white bait free-lined over structure is doing the trick. despite numerous windy days, White is still managing to run some fly-fishing trips. The highlight this past week came from large jack crevalle. a jack in the

10-pound range caught on an 8-weight fly rod can be challenging to get to the boat, which adds some extra excitement for visiting anglers looking for action on fly.

Jim malfese at the rod & reel pier is seeing redfish, snook, flounder and mackerel being caught.

For the reds and the flounder, pier fishers using live shrimp as bait are finding success. For the snook, a tasty shiner or frisky little pinfish doesn’t last long when cast under the pier. Lastly, the mackerel are being taken on artificials, such as jigs and silver spoons. capt. aaron Lowman is targeting “transitional” snook throughout the flats of southern Tampa Bay and beyond. These fish are post-spawn, meaning they are moving from the beaches to the back bays and grass flats to feed in preparation for winter. This being said, these fish are ready to eat. Casting live freelined shiners over the shallow flats where mangrove shorelines exist is resulting in multiple hookups for Lowman’s anglers.

Redfish and trout also are being caught on the flats. Trout numbers are high around deep grass flats where good tidal flow exists. As for the redfish, dock fishing is proving to be a consistent location to hook up the reds.

Capt. Jason Stock is fishing offshore for a variety of species. fishing over wrecks and reefs is proving good for Stock’s clients, who are reeling up kingfish, permit, Spanish mackerel, goliath grouper and cobia — all being taken on live bait. Stock likes to carry an assortment of baits ranging from scaled sardines and threadfin to pinfish, blue runners and even crabs for the occasional permit.

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the island and the key almost run together into one long stunning coastline on the gulf of mexico. and the businesses on anna maria island and Longboat Key provide service to both the island and the key. the Longboat Key chamber of commerce gave special recognition to area businesses at its Small Business of the Year awards luncheon oct. 19 at the Zota Beach resort, 4711 gulf of mexico drive, Longboat Key. anna maria island-based businesses took home two of the four top wins and received other accolades.

The banquet room filled with business owners and guests, dining and chatting in anticipation of the postluncheon award presentations.

Judges from the chamber’s small business council conducted interviews and studied numerous entries to

Michael Bazzy, center, co-owner with his father, Alan Bazzy, of the Bradenton Beach Marina, 402 Church Ave. N., Bradenton Beach, accepts the award for companies with 10 or fewer employees from Emily Walsh and chamber chair Michael Doll at the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce awards luncheon Oct. 19 at Zota Beach Resort. determine the winners in the weeks before the luncheon. the rookie Small Business person award went to Key culinary tours of Sarasota, owned by Susan robinson and ferruh muktar. the award for the outstanding business with 10

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or fewer employees went to Bradenton Beach marina, 402 church ave., Bradenton Beach. the full-service marina, owned by allen Bazzy and son michael, edged out 14 nominees. the marina recently added a large catamaran, the Anna Maria Explorer, to its fleet of sightseeing boats and is estimating more than 10,000 will set sail on tours by year’s end. the Bazzys also are planning to add a dinner boat in 2018. another anna maria island business, Lapensee plumbing, pools and air, 401 manatee ave., Holmes Beach, added to its wall of awards, capturing the top plaque in the 11-100 employee category.

“We were excited to win in such a great competition with a lot of amazing companies,” Karen Lapensee said. the award, accepted by Lapensee and son greg, honored the company that opened in a garage in 1985. presenter michael doll, chair of the chamber board mentioned Lapensee operates more than 50 trucks and answers hundreds of calls per day. an award in a new category, good as green Business, went to rick Benninghove and the resort at Longboat Key club. With acres of land to care for, Benninghove and his staff were singled out for “green” practices in recycling, reusing and use of natural resources.

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Observer publisher Emily Walsh, left, looks on as Greg LaPensee and mother Karen accept the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce 2017 Small Business of the Year award Oct. 19 from chamber chairman Michael Doll.

LaPensee Plumbing, Pools and Air, 401 Manatee Ave., Holmes Beach, was honored by the chamber at its Small Business Week luncheon at Zota Beach Resort. Islander Photos: Sandy Ambrogi

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Get your party shoes ready for chamber events.

November kicks off with the monthly Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 1, at IMG Academy, 4350 El Conquistador Parkway, Bradenton. Cost is $15 for members and $25 for non-members.

On Monday, Nov. 6, the Anna Maria Island chamber will hold its annual board of director installation banquet, where winners of the Small Business of the Year award will be named in three categories.

The banquet begins at 6 p.m. at the Key Royale Golf Club, 700 Key Royale Drive, Holmes Beach.

Presentation of the Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island Business Person of the Year Celebration also will take place during the event.

Cost is $35 per person and reservations are required. Call or email the chamber with menu choices

by Friday, Oct. 27.

As a reminder, the chamber will hold a ribboncutting at 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27, including music, a food truck and adult beverages at the new Bunny and Pirates Bazaar, 12404 Cortez Road W., Cortez.

And here comes Halloween.

Businesses participating in the Trail of Treats: Remember to stock up on candy and goodies for the ghosts and goblins coming your way Tuesday, Oct. 31. The costume contest for ages 0-12 will be judged at 3:30 p.m. at the AMI Chamber Office, 5313 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.

After the contest, hoardes of kids spread out to the shops in the area — sometimes 300 or so. Islandwide trick or treating for businesses will continue until about 7 p.m.

For more information, go to annamariaislandchamber.org, call 941-778-1541 or visit the office.

Vendors are encouraged to sign up for the East Meets West Business Expo, a joint trade show of the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce and the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance, which will be 4:30-7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28, at Robarts Arena, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota. Cost to attend is $5 for Longboat Key Chamber members and $10 for non-members.

For more information, call the LBK chamber at 941-383-2466, visit the website at longboatkeychamber.com or the office at 5390 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key.

HB eatery hosts Manatee chamber

Janice Teeter, Anna Maria Island chapter director of Successful Women Aligning Together/SWAT, introduces her group to guests at the Manatee Chamber of Commerce Power Connection Lunch Oct. 18 at Eat Here in Holmes Beach. Scott Anderson of State Farm is seated in front of Teeter. The Sean Murphyowned eatery served Gulf of Mexico shrimp, veal meatloaf, appetizer plates and key lime bars — but don’t get your hopes up, the restaurant is open to the public for dinner only. Islander Photo: Sandy Ambrogi

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By Jesse Brisson Special to the islander 214 Chilson Ave., Anna Maria, a 2,108 sfla / 3,979 sfur 4bed/3bath/1car canalfront pool home built in 1982 on a 10,656 sq ft lot was sold 09/29/17, Bayless to nelson for $1,500,000; list $1,599,000.

120 50th St., unit B, 50th Street costal cottages, Holmes Beach, a 2,423 sfla / 4,754 sfur 3bed/3bath/2car land condo with pool built in 2013 was sold 09/29/17, cooper to carkner for $1,354,000; list $1,379,000.

523 56th Street, Holmes Beach, a 2,670 sfla / 3,707 sfur 3bed/2bath/4car canalfront home built in 1952 on a 11,880 sq ft lot was sold 09/25/17, cayo to carden for $1,300,000; list $1,499,000.

2311 Canasta Drive, Bradenton Beach, a 2,580 sfla /

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3,909 sfur 4bed/4½bath/2car pool home built in 2017 on a 5,000 sq ft lot was sold 09/20/17, 2311 canasta drive LLc to Johnson for $1,279,000; list $1,290,000.

2300 ave. B, Bradenton Beach, a 2,832 sfla / 4,628 sfur 4bed/4bath duplex built in 2003 on a 5,000 sq ft lot was sold 10/05/17, Bartone to anderson for $1,200,000.

421 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, a 903 sfla / 1,218 sfur 2bed/1bath home built in 1902 on a 15,109 sq ft lot was sold 09/27/17, Bennett to 421 pine Land trust, rysal enterprises LLc for $994,000; list $1,060,000.

83 n. Shore drive, anna maria, a 2,268 sfla / 3,714 sfur 4bed/2½bath/2car pool home built in 2001 on a 5,200 sq ft lot was sold 09/29/17, dimasi to Stipp for $862,500; list $935,000.

314 Bay drive S., unit 5, old Bridge Village, Bradenton Beach, a 1,717 sfla / 1,837 sfur 2bed/2½bath/2car condo with shared pool and dock built in 2004 was sold 09/20/17, teitelbaum to Harbor manor LLc for $800,000; list $849,000.

607 S. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, a 2,512 sfla / 5,890 sfur 4bed/3bath/2car home built in 1995 on a 6,000 sq ft lot was sold 09/22/17, dirk to arbors Seaside cottages LLc for $700,000; list $749,000.

5300 gulf drive, unit 404, martinique north, Holmes Beach, a 1,007 sfla 2bed/2bath Gulffront condo

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3404 gulf drive, unit 8, gulf Beach place, Holmes Beach, a 1,359 sfla / 1,394 sfur 2bed/2bath condo with shared pool built in 1987 was sold 09/26/17, Vo to gerken for $385,000; list $399,000.

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

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