The islander newspaper e edition wednesday, nov 15, 2017 by The Anna Maria Islander Newspaper

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VOLUME 26, NO. 3

The Best News on Anna Maria Island Since 1992 AsTheWorldTerns invite you to party. 6 AM commissioner questions Bayfest security. 3 Island election results. 4-5, 8-9

Op-Ed

The Islander editorial, reader letters. 6

10-20 YEARS AGO

Looking back. 7

Meetings

On the government calendar. 8

Happenings

Community announcements, activities. 10-11

Make plans, save a date. 12-13 Anna Maria explores cost to repurpose pier planks. 14 An Islander 25th-anniversary invite. 15 FISH to sit out Aqua by the Bay challenge. 16 Veterans Day. 21 Get in the game. 22

Streetlife.

Fall fest nets big return. 25 Beware: Manatees on the move. 26 Psyched up on AMI. 27 Seedings set for adult soccer playoffs. 28 Fishing improves with cooler nights. 29 Isl Biz: Chamber, rotary awards. 30 Classifieds. 32

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Developer settles Anna Maria lawsuit for $1 million

By Bianca Benedí and Kathy Prucnell Islander Reporters Shawn Kaleta and the city of Anna Maria have reached a $1 million settlement. The parties signed off on an agreement and Florida Municipal Insurance Trust delivered a $1 million check Nov. 10 to Kaleta’s law firm, najmy thompson pa. “We are pleased with the settlement, not mainly for its dollar amount,” wrote Louis najmy, principal with the law firm, in a nov. 10 text. najmy confirmed the $1 million payout. He added his client is “most pleased” with the city’s commitment to work with Kaleta in a fair manner. Murphy City attorney Becky

Vose did not return a call for comment Nov. 10 from The Islander. Kaleta and Beach to Bay Construction LLC alleged the city and its Kaleta representatives had blackballed him and his development efforts in violation of First and 14th Amendment rights. The federal case was initially dismissed “withNajmy out prejudice” in mid-october by U.S. District Judge James d. Whittemore, permitting either party 60 days to reopen it “with good cause.” With the nov. 10 settlement, the parties agreed to permanently dismiss the case filed by Kaleta-Beach to Bay in February 2016.

in october. According to the final settlement — included on the Nov. 9 commission consent agenda without stating the dollar amount — the parties released each other from all claims relating to the lawsuit without admitting liability and each side was to pay its own fees. najmy said he and his client are bound by a confidentiality agreement and cannot release the final document. PLEASE SEE Settlement PAGE 3

… threats drive chair to seek dissolution

Clarke has filed two complaints against cnoBB and some of its members with the Florida Elections Commission. The complaints come on the heels of a lawsuit filed in august by clarke against six city board members alleging Sunshine Law violations. in an oct. 18 letter to the elections commission, clarke alleges the group violated state statute by not registering as a political action committee before seeking signatures for the initiatives. clarke filed a second complaint against the group oct. 19 for accepting and disbursing funds exceeding $500 before filing as an organization. When asked Nov. 11 about the election complaints, clarke refused to comment on the matter. When asked if he planned to

challenge the amendments approved by voters nov. 7, clarke responded, “it’s too soon to tell.” Mayor-elect John Chappie said the city does Vincent not plan to challenge the amendments, which are set to be discussed at the Nov. 16 commission meeting. “The voters have spoken. It’s passed. As far as i’m concerned, it’s Clarke part of the charter,” chappie said. “Now we need to figure out the enabling legislation.” cnoBB member tjet martin, named by clarke in the complaints, received official PLEASE SEE CnOBB PAGE 2

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on behalf of the city, attorney John T. Conner of dean, ringers, morton and Lawton pa, the law firm assigned under the city’s $1.5 million Florida League of cities’ insurance policy, filed a notice of settlement

CNOBB faces election complaints from ex-mayor … story, page 2

By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Islander Reporter Residents whose efforts saw success in the Nov. 7 election should be cheering. Three charter amendments placed on the ballot by Concerned Neighbors of Bradenton Beach were approved by voters. However, the group is facing a new challenge. “Some members are concerned about future litigation as a result of our victories,” cnoBB chair Bill Vincent said nov. 10. Former Bradenton Beach Mayor Jack

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Bradenton Beach political group to consider dissolution Bill Vincent, founder and chair of Concerned Neighbors of Bradenton Beach, leads the group’s first meeting, held July 10 at Annie Silver Community Center. Islander File Photo: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes

the group is a cause for concern. He said he questions whether the group is “salvageable.” He said cnoBB must decide how — and if — it will move forward in the face of “philosophical differences” between some members. “There are some members who think this very nice victory is a green light to go hammer and tongs on a host of other initiatives I don’t support because I feel they are personal in nature,” Vincent said. Vincent said the result could be to dissolve the group and, in the future, operate as a different organization. “I envisioned a neighborhood advocacy group working for the people of Bradenton Beach to provide a voice at the podium,” Vincent said. “not militancy.” He said he hopes members will take time to consider the future of the organization at its next — and perhaps final — meeting, which was set for 6:30 p.m. tuesday, nov. 14, at the annie Silver community center, 103 23rd St. n., Bradenton Beach.

CnOBB continued from page 1 notice in letters dated oct. 27 and nov. 2 from erin riley, fec deputy clerk. in a nov. 8 email response to riley, martin wrote she was not aware the group needed to register as a PAC when she was serving as interim co-chair during an absence of chairman Bill Vincent. in her letter to riley, martin writes that she “basically ran meetings” during Vincent’s absence and “had no knowledge nor responsibility that we were required to form as a political committee.” in previous discussions, the group opted to remain an “educational” organization instead of filing as a pac, because it did not endorse candidates in the November election. However, because the group collected signatures from registered electors in support of an initiative, Vincent determined that, according to florida statutes, they were required to register. The appropriate PAC forms were signed by Vincent and treasurer John Metz PLEASE SEE CnOBB, neXt PAGE

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By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Islander Reporter “this is not the organization i envisioned,” Bill Vincent, concerned neighbors of Bradenton Beach founder and chair, said nov. 10. “radically differing opinions have become very clear.” Three charter amendments placed on the Nov. 7 ballot by the grass-roots group passed, though not without effort. Several members of cnoBB pooled money to pay $3,000 for legal assistance in october to ensure the initiatives made it to the ballot as they contended with obstacles from the city. even so, the group currently is facing complaints made to the Florida Elections Commission by exmayor Jack clarke alleging cnoBB actions violated state election laws. according to Vincent, issues encountered since the group’s formation in June may lead to its dissolution. Vincent said under his direction cnoBB steering committee members reached consensus Nov. 9 for a motion at the Nov. 14 general membership meeting to dissolve the organization. That meeting was to occur after The Islander went to press. cnoBB’s bylaws state it can be dissolved by a two-thirds majority vote of the membership. Vincent said he thinks some members of the group are taking it in a direction that he did not intend. “There are elements here that are very happy being litigious,” Vincent said. “and these unexpected and extraordinary expenses become a very big problem.” in august, Vincent and five other members of cnoBB, who at the time also were on city boards, found themselves facing allegations that they had violated Florida’s Government-in-the-Sunshine Laws. The allegations resulted from claims that discussions at cnoBB meetings and emails exchanged pertained to city matters. according to Vincent, the controversy surrounding

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AM commissioner raises concerns about event security

By Bianca Benedí nesses on Pine Avenue or bringing Islander Reporter merchandise outdoors to the street Not everyone is pleased with the impact Bayfest from those stores. has on local businesses. Specifically, Seymour had issues At a city commission meeting Oct. 26, Anna when customers who purchased alcoMaria Commissioner Brian Seymour raised concerns hol at his store, Anna Maria General about instructions to private security officers and how Seymour Store, were directed by officers to the annual Bayfest event impacts businesses on Pine drink the alcohol on the store propAvenue. erty before returning to the festival. Bayfest, presented by the Anna Maria Island Seymour said the store has a Chamber of Commerce, took place Oct. 21 on Pine license to sell alcohol “to go” and the Avenue. Parts of the street were closed for the duration license prohibits him from allowing of the festival and vendors, including beverage sales, customers to drink on the premises. lined the street. “What they were telling my cusWing Seymour said security officers hired this year by tomers could cost me my license,” the chamber discouraged people from entering busi- Seymour said. “I had a real problem with that.” He also said he had an issue with the fact the event CNOBB continued from page 2 appeared to discourage attendees from visiting his store and filed with the city Oct. 24. because he was not part of the festival. The city has since cited insufficiencies with the Seymour added that for last year’s Bayfest, he forms as filed, including Martin’s signature as interim closed his store early due to loss of business resulting chair on the group’s finance report. from the festival, adding that an intoxicated festival “Chair Vincent has now returned, and I am no attendee attempted to take him on in a fist fight. longer interim co-chair,” Martin wrote Riley in Permit requirements for Bayfest stipulate that alcoresponse to this allegation. hol from outside the event may not be brought into the Additionally, part of the complaint cites Martin as Settlement continued from page 1 a “respondent on behalf of CNOBB.” Murphy said Nov. 12 in an email: “I don’t know Martin claims, as shown in a news report included as an exhibit, she was contacted by a reporter regarding the amount of the monetary settlement with Mr. Kaleta. I don’t know if the figure quoted (by you) is correct. CNOBB’s PAC status, but never responded. “Is there a law that states I have to respond to a That was completely between Mr. Kaleta and the insurance company.” reporter? I don’t think so,” Martin wrote. Murphy added, “no city money (whether from Martin closed her email to Riley, writing, “Jack Clarke is nothing but a bitter old man with nothing to ad valorem taxes or otherwise)” was spent to settle do but harass citizens that are trying to make a differ- the case. No one from the city, whether myself, the ence in their community as they see the wrongs going city commissioners or the city attorney, was involved on in their city with a crooked attorney. Mr. Clarke also in any way with the negotiation or payment of any has a lawsuit against six volunteer board members that monetary settlement with Mr. Kaleta. The city at no the city is funding. He doesn’t even know the proper time admitted any liability to Mr. Kaleta and continues to deny liability. What the insurance company did was spelling of my name.”

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event, while alcohol purchased at the event must be consumed within the event boundaries. Security officers may be required for events if Sgt. Russell Schnering, head of the Anna Maria substation, determines there is a need, but permit holders currently have the option to hire MCSO or private security. The commissioner asked Mayor Dan Murphy to limit security for the event to the city’s Manatee County sheriff’s patrol deputies. Murphy said Nov. 9 he planned to arrange a meeting between himself, Seymour, Schnering and Deb Wing, president of the chamber to discuss the events at Bayfest. Murphy also said the city would rely on MCSO for future events. But Wing disputes the narrative Seymour shared about Bayfest. “Nearly every word that Seymour said was untrue and lies,” she wrote in an email Nov. 10. Wing said Seymour had his employees contact the chamber on his behalf and they did not convey his claims. In addition, she said, she visited his establishment during Bayfest “as an issue was unfolding” in order to address the situation and set the rules.

the business of the insurance company.” The final settlement referenced a city resolution adopted Oct. 12 that retracted statements about banning Kaleta from obtaining permits and accusations of unpermitted work and required the city not to contradict the resolution. As part of the resolution, the city agreed to relocate gumbo limbo trees and trim Australian pine and seagrape trees at Kaleta’s beachfront property at 101 Willow Ave. and to implement a written city policy for handling permit applications to avoid discrimination. Kaleta’s lawsuit sought $12.3 million in damages and was scheduled to go to trial in November.

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POSTELECTION: 1 SEAT OPEN IN BRADENTON BEACH Vacant Bradenton Beach commission seat opens opportunity

By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Islander Reporter Results of the recent Bradenton Beach municipal election have set a wave of political posturing in motion. Ward 4 Commissioner John Chappie resigned his seat effective with the nov. 7 election, opening his seat to appointment by the commission. Chappie won his bid to upset Mayor Bill Shearon and will be sworn in Nov. 20. now, with the passing of charter amendment 1, which replaces the city’s four-ward representative system with an at-large election, and amendment 2, reducing the pre-election residency for candidates to 12 months, almost anyone who has resided in the city for the past year can apply for the seat. Ward 3 commissioner ralph cole, who lost his bid to retain his seat in the Nov. 7 election to Randy White, submitted his application for the empty comBill Vincent, Ward 4 commission candidate, campaigns for the seat in 2016. Vincent has applied for appointment to the open commission seat. Islander Photos: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes

mission seat Nov. 9. Cole also serves as chair of the community redevelopment agency, which oversees spending of incremental tax revenue for projects to enhance the historic district. Cole has made CRA proposals for underground utilities for Bridge Street and finger docks along the Historic Bridge Street Pier. “i’ve been here for 33 years,” cole said. “i’ve seen where it started and where it is now, and i would like to continue to be a part of this as it keeps getting better. i love Bradenton Beach.” Former Ward 4 commission candidate Bill Vincent also filed an application with the city clerk. Vincent, a former Scenic Waves partnership committee member and former planning and zoning board member, has been actively involved in the city since becoming a resident in 2007. He is chair of Concerned Neighbors of Bradenton Beach — the group that put the charter amendments on the ballot — and is being sued by the city and ex-Mayor Jack Clarke for alleged Sunshine Law violations. When asked if he is concerned the civil suit could impact his chances for an appointment, Vincent said, “innocent until proven guilty.” Vincent was planning this week to address the cnoBB membership with a request to dissolve the grass-roots group he founded in view of election complaints filed by clarke. as of nov. 9, no other applications were filed with the city clerk’s office. If the vote for the appointment is split between the mayor and commissioners, the city again will be subject to the luck of the draw for the third time in three years. Chappie was elected Ward 4 commissioner in

November 2016. The election resulted in an open Ward 2 commission seat, ending in a tie among the three commissioners and mayor. The winner was determined by a card draw. the commission appointment to fill Ward 2 was tied — not the public vote. It was the second city election in recent history that ended with a card draw, the first being the election between current mayor Bill Shearon and Jack clarke, who took the mayor’s seat in May 2015 in a recall election, and lost in a card draw after a tied vote of the electorate in a repeat faceoff between the two in November 2015. The city is accepting applications for appointment to the open commission seat at city hall, 107 Gulf Drive N. Bradenton Beach Ward 3 Commissioner Ralph Cole campaigns Nov. 7 for re-election to his seat. Cole lost the election but has applied for appointment to the seat vacated by Mayorelect John Chappie.

Bradenton Beach voting results in turnabout, 3 charter amendments

By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Islander Reporter Voters in Bradenton Beach have cast their ballots, heading back to the future in the mayor’s race. The city also is taking a few steps forward. Commissioner John Chappie will switch chairs on the dais to the mayor’s seat. He defeated incumbent Bill Shearon with 232 votes to Shearon’s 155 to win the mayor’s post. Chappie has served in the past as mayor and commissioner in Bradenton Beach and also as a Manatee County commissioner. “I’m excited for the opportunities and challenges we have,” chappie said. “We’re a community divided and I’m excited for an opportunity to bring people together.” Chappie said he understands this doesn’t mean people will always agree. “Because we’re not going to,” he said. “government is about compromise and we need compromise to move forward as a city.” Shearon said he wishes Chappie success and hopes he continues the work of the previous two years. “i wish him luck in the new administration,” Shearon said. Mike Harrington, Concerned Neighbors of Bradenton Beach member, holds a sign Nov. 7 near Precinct No. 307, the Bradenton Beach Fire Hall, encouraging electors to vote “yes” on three charter amendments placed on the ballot by CNOBB,

for the Ward 3 seat on the city commission, 205 votes were cast to elect political newcomer Randy White, while 169 backed commissioner ralph cole. “it’s going to be on-the-job learning,” White said. “i might be the opposition for certain issues, but i’m hoping we come together as a commission for the city.” Ward 1 Commissioner Jake Spooner returned to his seat with no challenger. electors voted “yes” for the three charter amendments placed on the ballot by Concerned Neighbors of Bradenton Beach. cnoBB chair Bill Vincent said he is “absolutely delighted” the amendments passed. “each one is important in its own realm,” Vincent said. “We’ve got to have the city of Bradenton Beach at the forefront of these objectives.” the vote was 207 “yes” and 171 “no” to charter amendment 1, which replaces the city’s four-ward representative system with an at-large election. the vote was 212 “yes” and 174 “no” for charter amendment 2, which reduces the pre-election residency requirements for candidates to 12 months.

the third charter amendment, prohibiting changes to the city charter by a resolution of the commission, received 243 “yes” and 134 “no” votes. it passed by the largest margin, with 64.46 percent of the vote. of 732 registered voters in Bradenton Beach, 390 cast votes in the election. Vote-by-mail ballots numbered 147 and 243 people cast ballots at precinct no. 307, the Bradenton Beach Volunteer fire Hall, 201 Second St. n. in the 2015 municipal election, 148 ballots were vote-by-mail, 242 people cast ballots at the poll and one provisional vote was cast for 391 total votes. The swearing-in ceremony for the newly elected officials will be at 1 p.m. monday, nov. 20, at Bradenton Beach city Hall, 107 gulf drive n.

Outgoing Bradenton Beach Mayor Bill Shearon, left, shakes hands Nov. 7 with newly elected Ward 3 Commissioner Randy White. Bill Vincent, Concerned Neighbors of Bradenton Beach chair and previous Ward 4 commission candidate, also congratulates White on his win. Islander Photo: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes

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Anna Maria retains 3 commissioners

Island election results by the numbers Anna Maria commission election results Candidate Carol Carter doug copeland Dale Woodland Laurie Jo Higgins

term 2 years 2 years 2 years

Poll 200 168 179 100

mail 132 137 139 72

total 332 305 318 172

Holmes Beach commission election tally Candidate Jim Kihm carol Soustek rick Hurst Pat Morton marvin grossman

term 2 years 2 years 2 years 1 year

Poll 419 324 328 300 265

mail 279 248 228 232 231

Bradenton Beach election results mayor John chappie Bill Shearon Ward 3 Randy White Ralph Cole

term 2 years term 2 years

Charter Amendment 1

Poll 134 108 Poll 129 107

Poll

mail 98 47 mail 76 62

Percent 59.95 40.05 Percent 54.81 45.19

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135 104

77 70

“Yes” “no”

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98 45

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total 232 155 total 205 169

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Percent 24.46 20.04 19.48 18.64 17.38

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Poll

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Percent 29.46 27.06 28.22 15.26

207 171 212 174 243 134

Source: Manatee County Supervisor of Elections office.

54.76 45.24 54.92 45.08 64.46 35.54

By Bianca Benedí Islander Reporter Three incumbents easily retained office nov. 7 in anna maria. carol carter, doug copeland and Dale Woodland will keep their seats on the dais. Political newcomer Laurie Jo Higgins lost her bid for a seat. carter, who conducted an active campaign that outpaced the fundraising and spending of the other candidates, received 332 votes — the most of the four hopefuls. Woodland was second with 318 votes and copeland received 305 votes, according to official returns. Higgins received 172 votes. carter, who has served since 2014, said her decision to greet voters on the perimeter of the poll from 7 a.m. until just before voting closed was intended to remind voters to choose her. also, she credited her win to voters’ support for her efforts to keep residents on the island and preserve home rule. Higgins said she considered it a “relief” to lose. “i am not politically correct,” she wrote in a Nov. 10 email to The Islander. She said she was glad to create competition, adding that because she ran, “the other candidates had to go door-to-door hearing residents’ concerns.” in addition, she said she was happy Commissioner Carol Carter campaigns early Nov. 7 across the street from Anna Maria’s official poll at Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave. Islander Photo: Bianca Benedí

to raise awareness about the problem she encountered when the city ticketed visiting hospice nurses for illegal parking. Voters cast their ballots at Roser memorial community church, 512 pine ave., the voting location for precinct 301, which encompasses all of anna Maria. out of 1,124 eligible voters, 438 cast votes in the election, according to the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections office, resulting in a 39 percent turnout. In the previous Anna Maria election not held concurrently with a presidential election, 622 out of 1,187 eligible voters cast ballots, a 52 percent turnout. The results of the vote were to be certified nov. 13. Commissioners earn a $400 monthly stipend for serving. The newly elected commissioners will be sworn into office at 2 p.m. thursday, nov. 16, at city hall, 10005 gulf Drive.

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Magic tricks

It looks like history could repeat itself in Bradenton Beach. the divide continues among elected officials and the electorate, who have again elevated John chappie to the mayor’s post. We don’t know how chappie will vote on matters, but if history holds true, he goes the way of the city attorney. as did ralph cole, defeated for a second term as commissioner. And Jake Spooner. and ex-mayor Jack clarke has some sway, too. No one needs a crystal ball. By putting randy White in cole’s seat, voters seem to have evened the split on the commission. the seats have shuffled, but the divide remains. We expect a tie vote when it comes to a choice for the seat left vacant by Chappie’s resign-to-run tactic. He could, after all, have resigned. the outcome for him would have been the same. But he left the choice to the commission, not the voters. Had he outright resigned, the decision for the fifth seat on the dais would have gone on the ballot. There would have been a campaign and a chance for voters to vet the candidate. chappie “robbed” voters of that choice. the divide could end in yet another card draw, because whether the choice next week facing the new mayor and commission is Bill Vincent, a former candidate, or cole, the vote will most likely be split among the four people holding the cards on the dais. The odds are against Vincent with Clarke working behind the scenery, taking aim with complaints and lawsuits. But wasn’t cole just ousted from office? The voters also came to the appropriate decision on the charter amendments. all three passed, and all were good choices. But it’s unclear how Chappie — stripped of powers in the mayor’s office by the past undoing by opponents of former Mayor Bill Shearon — will face the same situation as his predecessor. the resolutions that took power away from Shearon, cannot now be undone with a wave of the city attorney’s wand. after all, charter changes are now limited to approval by the electorate. Is there another card up the sleeve to restore Chappie as administrator of the city? Hiring and firing powers? control of the meetings? oversight of the clerk’s office? the police, building and public works departments? We must wait for the big reveal. Maybe some magic will spring forth from behind the curtain. and card tricks, too. — Bonner Joy

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Taking ﬂight

on the rod & reel pier in anna maria, we recently observed baitmaster Jim Malfese freeing a brown pelican caught in a fishing line. the bird was released without damage and, as we leave anna maria island for the united Kingdom, we have this photograph that encapsulates how we feel about this place. the pelican flew and so do we — hopefully returning next year when the Anna Maria City Pier may be repaired. John and Sue Denham, Yorkshire, England

You’re invited

The Islander newspaper will celebrate its 25th anniversary with an open house starting at 5 p.m. Wednesday, nov. 15, at the newspaper office. And you’re invited. We’ll toast publishing in print, still a vital way to deliver the news. We’ll celebrate our success with our business partners, contributors and “alert readers” as well as the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce — and you! We’ll enjoy some great r&B music by the tbone trio with vocals by Henry Lawrence and, of course, some great food and adult beverages from our friends at Beach Bistro. come cheer anna maria island with music, food, refreshments and the islander! — Bonner Joy and The Islander Team

Pressing for pressuretreated lumber on pier

The taxpayers of Anna Maria need to take a look at the cost and time required to build the Anna Maria City Pier. The existing pier was built in 1911 using wood pilings, stringers and decking. Current repairs indicate rebuilding the pier will cost $5 million and require more than a year of work. Before traveling that road, consider a different approach. New pressure-treated pilings and new pressuretreated stringers and new decking would be more economical and could be done in three months or less. We encourage the mayor to request competitive Jim “Feese” Malfese releases a pelican that became bids to rebuild the pier and get bids from dock and pier entangled in a fish line at the Rod & Reel Pier in builders to use the same simple technology. Anna Maria. Islander Courtesy Photo Robert Barlow, Robert Mitchell, Anna Maria

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Celebrating at Pete’s supper club

Pete Reynard of Pete Reynard’s Yacht Club Restaurant in Holmes Beach offers a sample from the buffet to Christine Torgeson of Anna Maria, newly crowned Miss Florida for 1966. Reynard hosted a celebration of her new title. Torgeson — now married to John van Zandt, resides in Holmes Beach. This photograph and many other historical images can be found in “Images of America: Anna Maria Island” by Islander publisher Bonner Joy. Islander Courtesy Photo

We’re glad you’re here

We’re campaigning for a friendlier, kinder, gentler attitude toward guests, visitors, vacationers and all who come to love Anna Maria Island. “We’re Glad You’re Here” originated in the 1980s with a restaurant trade group and we decided it suits the situation that has developed since some island officials began seeking limits on vacation rentals. We believe Anna Maria Island needs a new attitude — one that makes everyone feel welcome even as we try to find ways to limit congestion and retain our old Florida origins and mom-and-pop businesses. — The Islander

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10&20 years ago In the headlines: Nov. 12, 1997

• Holmes Beach mayor Bob Van Wagoner proposed collecting tolls on the bridges to Anna Maria Island and charging parking fees at countyoperated public beaches as a way to deal with traffic. • Bradenton Beach commissioners unanimously voted to initiate a public hearing process to halt construction of cell towers in the city until January 1999. The commission wanted a moratorium, allowing time to amend the land development code and comprehensive plan. • the anna maria island community orchestra and Chorus announced a fall-winter season that included five concerts at St. Bernard catholic Church in Holmes Beach.

In the headlines: Nov. 14, 2007

• florida department of transportation officials shaved 30 days from a schedule that would close the Anna Maria Island Bridge for a $9.14 million renovation. With the planned shutdown at 45 days, local officials wanted more trimming to occur in the timetable. • the anna maria island community center marked the opening of its new facility in Anna maria with a private, invitation-only party to recognize donors and patrons and then a daylong public celebration. • Holmes Beach parks and Beautification Committee chairman Jim Dunne resigned his post, announcing plans to pursue a master’s degree in business administration and devote time to family.

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Newcomer tops all vote-getters in Holmes Beach race By Terry O’Connor Islander Reporter Faint music and frequent laughter could be heard from the street. The political party was on. First-time candidates Jim Kihm and Rick Hurst swept into the Holmes Beach City Commission in the Nov. 7 municipal election with Kihm collecting the most votes of all five candidates, including three incumbents. A postelection party at Kihm’s home was still lively more than an hour after results were announced at 7:20 p.m. Kihm collected 24.46 percent of the 2,854 ballots cast. Kihm collected 698 votes, according to official election results reported by the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections office, which was 126 more than the runner-up. “As a first-time candidate, I was pleased and surprised,” Kihm said as some attendees around him celebrated with coconut-Key lime cake. “I worked hard and it showed in the numbers. I look forward to serving the people of Holmes Beach.” Hurst picked up 556 votes or third overall. Hurst was at an evening event for a soccer team he coaches when results were announced. “I’ve enjoyed meeting so many people while running for this office,” Hurst said earlier on Election Day. Voters returned two of three incumbents to office through polling at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, and mail-in balloting. Incumbent Commissioner Carol Soustek collected 572 votes to finish No. 2 in the balloting. “It was rough,” Soustek said at the Kihm party. “With such a large field, it was difficult to gauge support.” The three top vote-getters won two-year terms. Incumbent Commissioner Pat Morton finished fourth with 532 votes and will serve a one-year term.

Commissioner Carol Soustek, left, outgoing Commissioner Jean Peelen and incoming Commissioner Jim Kihm, third from left, celebrate along with Karen Zimmerman at the postelection party at Kihm’s home. Kihm collected the most votes Nov. 7 in the Holmes Beach municipal election to earn a seat on the commission. Soustek kept her seat with the second-most votes. Islander Photo: Terry O’Connor Incumbent Commissioner Marvin Grossman finished fifth with 496 votes and was eliminated. “It is a little disappointing,” Grossman said at the party after finishing a quiet phone conversation. “I had lots of plans. I’d finally figured out how to get stuff done.” Grossman, the commission liaison to the Holmes Beach Parks and Beautification Committee, is credited with providing much of the momentum toward the recent commission decision to upgrade the dog park. He said that may have worked against him. “Some people said it seemed as if I only cared about the dog park,” he said. Including elections in Anna Maria and Bradenton Beach, voter turnout islandwide was 37.7 percent as 1,747 ballots were cast by 4,625 registered voters in the three municipalities. Holmes Beach turnout was at 33 percent, as 919 ballots were cast out of 2,772 registered voters, according to the city’s election official, city clerk Stacey Johnston. Mail-in balloting trended higher this election

Complaint brings more political signage to Holmes Beach

By Terry O’Connor Islander Reporter A citizen’s Election Day complaint Nov. 7 about “lazy” signage directing voters to the only Holmes Beach polling location saw action. Posting a sign on Marina Drive and at the front door to the poll at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608

The Manatee County Supervisor of Elections Office posted this sign on Marina Drive and at least three more after a complaint was made Nov. 7 to the SOE. Two signs were added on Palm Drive directing voters to the polling place at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive. Islander Photo: Terry O’Connor

Marina Drive, isn’t good enough, C. Melissa Williams wrote in an email to The Islander and the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections Office. “I think it should be posted on the main road for certain,” Williams said. Palm Drive sees more traffic past the church, but the church parking lot entrance is on Marina Drive. “A lot of people don’t realize it’s Election Day today. The people aren’t aware. It’s lazy.” The elections office posted two “Vote Here” signs within the hour on Palm Drive after Williams, a former candidate for a Holmes Beach commission seat, complained, according to Debbie Scott, assistant to Mike Bennett, supervisor of elections. “They went there and they adjusted some signage,” she said. “We feel it’s in the proper places now. They put it where it should be.” Holmes Beach city clerk Stacey Johnston, the city’s election official, said the SOE is responsible for posting political signage directing voters to the Holmes Beach poll. Roughly 30 candidate signs lined Marina Drive and more were in the parking lot leading to the voting room at Gloria Dei. Williams also expressed concern that she did not receive a sample ballot. “Totally expecting super low turnout for both reasons,” Williams wrote. Turnout was 33 percent in Holmes Beach for the Nov. 7 election. Four years ago, turnout was 36.15 percent for the municipal election. Johnston said Holmes Beach posted ballot information online at holmesbeachfl.org and did not mail sample ballots this election cycle.

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compared with the November 2013 election, which also featured five commission candidates. Mail-ins accounted for 45.96 percent of the ballots cast this election compared with 27.3 percent in 2013. Overall, voter turnout in Holmes Beach in 2013 was 36.15 percent. Election results were to be certified by the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections Office Monday, Nov. 13, and a swearing-in of the newly elected Holmes Beach officials will be held at 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 20, at city hall, 5801 Marina Drive.

Meetings Anna Maria City • Nov. 30, 6 p.m., city commission. • Dec. 12, 4 p.m., planning and zoning. • Dec. 14, 6 p.m., city commission. • Dec. 28, 6 p.m., city commission. Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 941-708-6130, cityofannamaria.com. Bradenton Beach • Nov. 15, 1 p.m., planning and zoning. • Nov. 16, noon, city commission. • Nov. 20, 1 p.m., swearing-in ceremonies. • Nov. 21, 1 p.m., city commission. Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., 941-778-1005, cityofbradentonbeach.org. Holmes Beach • 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. • Dec. 6, 6 p.m., planning commission. • Dec. 12, 6 p.m., city commission. Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 941-708-5800, holmesbeachfl.org. West Manatee Fire Rescue • Nov. 16, 6 p.m., commission. • Dec. 21, 6 p.m., commission. WMFR administration building, 6417 Third Ave. W., Bradenton, wmfr.org. Manatee County • Nov. 28, 9 a.m., commission. • Dec. 4, 9 a.m., tourist development council, Anna Maria City Hall. • Dec. 7, 9 a.m., commission (land use). • Dec. 12, 9 a.m., commission. • Dec. 19, 9 a.m., county commission/school board joint meeting. Administration building, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, 941-748-4501, mymanatee.org. Of interest • Nov. 15, 2 p.m., Coalition of Barrier Island Elected Officials, Bradenton Beach City Hall. CANCELED • 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. Send notices to news@islander.org.

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Bradenton Beach discusses implementing charter amendments

By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Islander Reporter “the people have spoken, and shame on elected officials who don’t listen to what they say,” John chappie, mayor-elect and still serving as commissioner, said Nov. 9. electors voted “yes” nov. 7 for three charter amendments placed on the ballot by the grass-roots group Concerned Neighbors of Bradenton Beach. By passing charter amendments 1 and 2, Bradenton Beach citizens voted to ease requirements for candidates for elected office. With the passing of charter amendment 3, changes to the city charter must be made by referendum, not commission resolutions. the vote was 207 “yes” and 171 “no” to charter amendment 1, which replaces the city’s four-ward representative system with an at-large election. chappie said the amendment could benefit the city by increasing the candidate pool, and he is not con-

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cerned it could lead to a concentration of candidates from one neighborhood. “there’s good arguments on both sides, but it opens it up for everybody throughout the city to run for office,” chappie said nov. 9. Newly elected Ward 3 Commissioner Randy White agreed. “the wards are like fences, ‘You can’t come into my yard and run against me,’” White said nov. 7. “those fences are gone now.” the vote was 212 “yes” and 174 “no” for charter amendment 2, which reduces residency requirements for elected officials from 24 months to 12 months. Chappie said the reduction falls in line with case law, stating nine months is sufficient time to live in a community before running for office. He added that people interested in running should participate on volunteer boards to understand how government functions. “We have statutes we have to abide by,” chappie said. “It’s nice for people to get involved in the community before they decide to run just to set policies.” However, former commissioner Jan Vosburgh, who pushed to retain the 24-month residency requirement in 2016, is concerned 12 months is not enough. “Bradenton Beach is very unique,” Vosburgh said. “You really need to live here and be involved for at least two years to represent the people here.” the third charter amendment, prohibiting changes $10 each @ The Islander, 3218 E. Bay Drive, HB

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to the city charter by a resolution of the commission, requiring a citizen referendum to change the charter, received 243 “yes” and 134 “no” votes. the third amendment passed by the largest margin, with 64.46 percent of the vote. “the city can form committees, you get some good minds together, you interpret the charter and you put it out to referendum,” White said. “amendment 3 is direct democracy, as pure as you can get. it’s what we need in a small community like this.” Chappie said he sees amendment 3 as a “counter” to a resolution passed in 2014 that weakened the mayor’s authority and opened up the charter to interpretation by the commission through resolution and ordinances. “it never should have happened — period,” chappie said. “The charter is pretty simple. The charter prevails.” He added, “i think government closer to the people is the best type of government you can have.” Chappie said the next task would be for the commission to discuss how to enact the voter-mandated legislation. “I think it’s important we start right now to get these policies enacted,” chappie said. “people want it and we want to do it right.” The commission plans to discuss the amendments at its next meeting at noon thursday, nov. 16, at city hall, 107 gulf drive n.

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Cortez artist Anne Abgott recently won the “Combined Donors” award at the National Watercolor Society Show in San Pedro, California, for “Off 5th,” a painting from a photograph. Islander “Springtime in Bryant Park” won Anne Abgott the Kanuga award at the Florida Watercolor Society show in Coral Springs.

Roser taking Thanksgiving dinner reservations

Roser Memorial Community Church again will host a community Thanksgiving service and dinner. the service will be at 10 a.m. in the roser chapel, 512 pine ave., anna maria. The dinner — open to all at no charge — will be at 2 p.m. in the fellowship hall at the church. Roser volunteers will serve a traditional Thanksgiving meal with turkey, stuffing and all the fixings to diners seated at tables dressed up with table linens and centerpieces. Preparing for the feast will involve volunteers roasting at least 13 turkeys and baking 10 apple, 10 pumpkin and 10 pecan pies for delivery to the church kitchen by 10 a.m. Thanksgiving Day. at the church, volunteers will prepare the stuffing, potatoes and gravy and more for the feast. additional volunteers will set the tables, serve the meal and cleanup afterward. Reservations are requested by the Sunday before thanksgiving. due to limited seating of 200, organizers ask that people notify the office if they change plans. for reservations or to volunteer, call the church office at 941-778-0414.

Kiwanis to hear about Odyssey of the Mind

The Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island will hear from an odyssey of the mind representative nov. 18, during the club’s weekly Saturday gathering at the Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe at the Manatee Public Beach, 4000 gulf drive, Holmes Beach. odyssey is a creative problem-solving program for students K-college. 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.

Wish Book wishes sought

Christmas decorations already are in stock at some stores, which signals to the islander that it is time to collect “wishes” from local community groups. each year since 1993, the islander publishes its Wish Book, a special section containing the needs and wants of local nonprofits so that anna maria island residents and visitors can fill them while shopping for the holidays. if you represent a community group, please, send The Islander a list of your organization’s needs to calendar@islander.org. the Wish Book will publish Wednesday, nov. 22, in advance of Thanksgiving.

Garden club holds plant sale, plots season

The Anna Maria Island Garden Club will hold its annual plant sale 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, nov. 18. the sale will feature native plants, succulents, herbs, cut flowers and arrangements. there also will be chances to win prizes and gift baskets. The club will set up displays in the fellowship hall at roser community church, 512 pine ave., anna Maria. The club also has set its meeting and events calendar for the 2017-18 season. The club will gather at Roser for general meetings at noon on the following Wednesdays: nov. 15, dec. 20, Jan. 17 and feb. 21. also, the club will hold its penny flower Show 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, march 21, at roser. The club’s annual fashion show will be Wednesday, april 18, at roser. for more information, call charlotte noyes at 941778-6758.

Senior Adventures to attend Sarasota concert

Senior adventures will depart friday, nov. 17, from the Annie Silver Community Center to attend a piano concert in Sarasota. The suggested concert donation is $2 and the fee to ride on a shared van will be $5. The van will leave for the Sarasota Music Club concert at Sunnyside Village Community Center at 9 a.m. from annie Silver, 103 23rd St. n., Bradenton Beach. For more information or to RSVP for activities, call Kaye Bell at 941-538-0945.

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Artists, artsHOP patrons ﬁll studio reception Some professional artists and others not so pro, and some who tried their hand at art for the first time were limited to 10s. images — from favorite coastal subjects to abstracts — filled the walls at the Studio at gulf and pine, 10101 gulf drive, anna maria, for the 10byten art sale and artists reception Nov. 9. The exhibit commemorated the vision of the late rhea chiles, former first lady of florida and the visionary who opened the studio 10 years ago. Chiles’ son Ed and his wife Tina now operate the gallery. More than 100 10-by-10-inch panels were on view

as artists and guests enjoyed Lola wines and appetizers from the Sandbar Restaurant. A Champagne toast was presented in honor of the artists. Children’s panels also were presented in a “Budding artists” section. The 10-by-10 panels sold for $75 each and more than 50 children’s works on smaller panels were offered at $25. Proceeds from the exhibit will go to Cultural Connections and the Studio at Gulf and Pine to expand future programs for artists. — Sandy Ambrogi

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Island Players turn back clock with murder mystery

By Sandy Ambrogi Islander Reporter though written in the last decade by Ken Ludwig, the latest island players production could just as well have been written decades ago, when the play is set in 1936. a parlor-room â&#x20AC;&#x153;who done it,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;the gameâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s afootâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D; subtitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Holmes for the Holidaysâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D;is a comedic murder mystery with a larger cast for Island Players productions. directed by preston Boyd, the script won the 2012 Edgar Award for best play from the Mystery Writers of America. Mark Woodland carries the main character of Wil-

liam Gillette off with ease. Gillette fancies himself a true Sherlock Holmes, a role in which he gained widespread fame on the New York stage with his own play. He prances in his parlor coat and smokes a briar pipe in the lavish connecticut â&#x20AC;&#x153;castleâ&#x20AC;? he has built with a fortune playing the 19th century English detective made famous by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. mary Selke is martha gillette, William the bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mother, who also resides at the connecticut house. She scuttles about the stage, doting on her son and delivering beverages to the houseguests, gilletteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cast members who have come for some Christmas Eve revelry. two weeks prior, in the opening scene of â&#x20AC;&#x153;the gameâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s afoot,â&#x20AC;? William gillette is shot onstage in New York City. His castmates arrive Christmas Eve to visit for the first time since the shooting, bringing news that a murder has occurred at their theater in the interim. Soon, a much-maligned theater critic from the city arrives â&#x20AC;&#x201D; daria chase, played by islander players veteran Robin Rhodes â&#x20AC;&#x201D; who lights up the stage with her exaggerated expressions and precisely-timed body language, truly putting the comedy is this murder mystery. Daniel Greene as Felix Geisel and Judy Glynn as GET LISTED Madge Geisel carry their roles easily. Frequent perSend announcements for The Islanderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s calendar to calendar@ formers in the island players theater, greene is a good islander.org. The deadline for listings is the Wednesday before the foil to Woodlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gillette and Glynn quickly catches publication date. Please include the date, time, location and description of the event, as well as a phone number for publication. LOOKING AHEAD ON AMI Dec. 1, Downtown Holmes Beach Holiday Walk and Tree Lighting, Holmes Beach. Dec. 2, Center of Anna Maria Island Lester Family Fun Day, Anna Maria. Dec. 3, Roser Memorial Community Church Advent Family Night, Anna Maria. Dec. 8, Santa in the Park, Anna Maria. Dec. 8, Anna Maria Holiday of Treasures open house and walk, Anna Maria. Dec. 9, Anna Maria Island Privateers Christmas Parade, islandwide. Dec. 15, Anna Maria Island Centre shopping plaza holiday party, Holmes Beach. LOOKING AHEAD OFF AMI Nov. 25, Moteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Santa Jaws, Sarasota.

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the dialogue to keep the play moving. as Sherlock and Watson onstage, greene and Woodland continue the personas as â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Gameâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s afootâ&#x20AC;? progresses through an evening of escalating intrigue. Those who love the work of William Shakespeare will enjoy the frequent quotes from a number of his plays imbedded throughout the performance. pamela Hopkins, whose light presence onstage is an addition to any island playerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s production, is seamless as Aggie Wheeler. She glides about the set with her comings and goings, never revealing a secret she carries. Heath Jorgenson as Wheelerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new husband, Simon Bright, and Laura morales as a dour inspector Goring round out the cast. in the end, the mystery is solved, but the fate of the victim remains. Perhaps an evening at the theatre might provide the resolution? or perhaps, the game is still afoot. â&#x20AC;&#x153;the gameâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s afootâ&#x20AC;? is playing at the island players through nov. 19. performances are 8 p.m. tuesdaySaturday, and there remains a 2 p.m. matinee Sunday, Nov. 19. tickets are $20 each and the box office at 10009 Gulf Drive is open 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through Saturday and one hour before each performance for information and ticketing. for more information, call the box office at 941778-5755. Dec. 13, Florida Maritime Museum lecture, Cortez.

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Anna Maria considers alternatives, cost for pier planks By Bianca Benedí Islander Reporter Anna Maria will look for an alternative use for the 1,000 pier planks on the 800-foot walkway at the Anna Maria City Pier, but it’s possible the planks won’t be repurposed. At a city commission meeting Nov. 9, Mayor Dan Murphy asked commissioners if they wanted him to get cost estimates for alternatives to preserve the planks instead of just replacing them. After Murphy announced an estimate the city received for preserving the planks — prying them off the pier, power-washing, de-nailing and storage — came to more than $50,000, commissioners questioned the cost to preserve them. Commissioner Carol Carter said the city would have other expenses to repair the pier, questioning whether the city wanted to spend funds on preserving the planks. Plus, Carter added, “when you raise money for capital projects, you don’t promise the donor” that goods constructed from their donation will be there forever. Murphy also issued a disclaimer to the audience and the public: “The city had nothing to do with (the engraving) program.” Murphy said the city could not reimburse people for the cost of their planks or identify where someone’s plank is, pointing out the city was not involved in the plank sponsorship and has no information on their location on the pier or the engravings. The engraving program was a partnership between the tenant, the Anna Maria City Pier Restaurant, and The Islander. Commissioner Doug Copeland said that based on his experience as a woodworker, he did not see how the planks could easily be refurbished.

People walk and read the pier planks with installation ongoing in April 2011 at the Anna Maria City Pier. Islander File Photo

“A boardwalk might make sense,” he said, “but if you’re building a boardwalk, why use wood that’s already halfway into its lifespan?” Commissioner Brian Seymour suggested Murphy look into the option of holding a sort of “open house” event in which people who want a plank could point out their plank. The city then would mark and reserve those planks and destroy the rest. Murphy asked commissioners to consider the feelings of residents. “There’s a lot of emotion in the emails we receive” about the planks, he said, citing examples of people using the planks to memorialize lost relatives. “There’s a lot of people looking at us saying,

Anna Maria lobbyist points out legislative threats

By Bianca Benedí Islander Reporter Anna Maria is planning ahead. Lobbyist Chip Case was hired in February by the city commission to battle a pair of bills during the Florida House and Senate 2017 legislative session. After bills that would have significantly weakened Anna Maria’s vacation rental ordinance died at the end of the session, commissioners voted to hire Case for another political season. At the commission meeting Nov. 9, Case said he anticipates “a huge battle” in the legislature over vacation rental rights in 2018. He said corporations like AirBnb that advocate for vacation rental rights have hired more lobbyists since the 2017 bills failed and may go after communities with grandfathered laws restricting vacation rentals. Case said he doesn’t know who might sponsor the bills. However, Sen. Greg Steube, R-Sarasota, has introduced a bill Case said could potentially impact Anna Maria’s landscape. Mayor Dan Murphy said he brought Steube’s Senate Bill 574 to Case’s attention because the language might restrict Anna Maria’s ability to preserve grand trees and prevent residents from cutting them down.

Rep. Katie Edwards, D-Broward, introduced a companion bill in the Florida House, HB 521. The language of the bills pre-empts local regulation of trees and trimming to the state, and specifies that a municipality cannot “prohibit or restrict a private landowner from trimming, removing or harvesting trees” on their property. Case told commissioners he had not spoken with Steube or Edwards and didn’t understand the intention of the bills. He said it may be possible to add an amendment to the bills to preserve Anna Maria’s grand tree ordinance. Finally, Case said he and Murphy have discussed developing a proposal to ask the Legislature for funding to restore the Anna Maria City Pier. Case said Rep. Jim Boyd, R-Bradenton, offered to sponsor a bill requesting funds from the state for the pier. In addition, Case said Boyd will approach Sen. Bill Galvano, R-Bradenton, to get his support on the issue. Murphy said hopefully the pier would be funded by Manatee County’s Tourism Development Council, the beach concession fund, FEMA and the state without tapping into city taxpayer funds. “We would have a state of the art, eco-friendly, exceptionally green pier which would be a model … for other similar projects,” Murphy said.

‘What kind of city are you? Are you compassionate?’” he warned commissioners. Commissioners concluded that Murphy should pursue options for the pier, particularly for methods of returning planks to those who want them. Murphy said he would come back in December with more estimates. In addition, he said, commissioners would meet again with Ayres Associates in December to solidify plans for replacing the pier. “We’re still in the permitting stage,” he said, pointing out that no details about the physical construction of the pier have been decided on yet.

Anna Maria seeks Citizenof-the-Year nominations The city of Anna Maria is accepting nominations for Citizen of the Year, recognizing an individual or organization that has contributed time and effort to the local community. Anyone can submit a name, but the nominee must either be an Anna Maria resident who has lived in the city for at least two years or an organization that has worked in Anna Maria for at least two years. The nominees will be submitted to the Anna Maria Citizens Recognition Committee, which will select a winner. The four-person committee, chosen by Mayor Dan Murphy, will be announced later this month. The winner will be announced 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 28, at a commission meeting. Last year, resident Jack Brennan was named citizen of the year for his extensive volunteer efforts and his work to preserve Anna Maria history. Forms for submission are online at www.cityofannamaria.com or fill one out at city hall, 10005 Gulf Drive. To submit a form, deliver it to city hall in person, fax it to 941-708-6134, mail it to city hall at Citizens Recognition Committee, P.O. Box 779, Anna Maria FL 34216, or email it to amadmin@cityofannamaria. com. Nominations are due Friday, Dec. 1.

High schoolers take in Anna Maria city meeting

Chip Case, right, lobbyist for the city of Anna Maria, meets commissioners for the first time Nov. 9. Islander Photo: Bianca Benedí

Anna Maria Mayor Dan Murphy signs paperwork Nov. 9 affirming Matthew Kinkead, 15, attended a city commission meeting. Matthew and more than a dozen other students from Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School in Bradenton attended Anna Maria’s city meeting on assignment for their American government class. The students took notes about how commissioners and the mayor conducted the meeting. Islander Photo: Bianca Benedí

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Manatee County plans $4.9M Longboat Pass jetty upgrade By terry o’connor Islander Reporter the weathered 60-year-old jetty that runs from the base of the Longboat Pass Bridge to the Gulf of Mexico at the southern tip of Anna Maria Island is showing its age. it looks like an old railroad track, but the rotted wood on the jetty gives the metal spikes less purchase to hold the 500-foot concrete-and-lumber structure together. the jetty needs fortification, said charlie Hunsicker, director of manatee county parks and natural resources, in applying for funding from the florida Department of Environmental Protection. Hunsicker said it’s time to rejuvenate the jetty. it is failing to prevent sand from Coquina Beach at the south end of Bradenton Beach from entering Longboat Pass. the jetty’s primary purpose is to prevent sand from sifting into the navigational path at the pass, which results in limited inlet access to boaters from shoaling and increases the need for costly dredging. the project will cost an estimated $4,875,000 and take six months to complete sometime in 2019, according to the funding request. outgoing Bradenton Beach mayor Bill Shearon said he learned of the jetty funding request from a tV newscast. “I need to know more about it before I know

Longboat Pass and the jetty in Bradenton Beach, looking northeast toward Cortez. Islander File Photo: Jack Elka

A Manatee County Marine Rescue division worker orders two people walking in the water near the 60-year-old Longboat Pass Inlet jetty to leave the water. The jetty juts from the bridge into the Gulf of Mexico at the southern tip of Anna Maria Island and the current in the pass creates dangerous conditions for people. Islander Photo: Terry O’Connor whether i’d be for or against it,” Shearon said. “it hasn’t been brought up in any meeting i’ve attended.” The request estimates construction will cost $4.6 million and designs will cost $275,000. the state would pay $3,656,250 and the county would pay $1,218,750, according to the request. manatee County will use tourist development tax revenues to pay its share, Hunsicker said. Shearon said he has concerns about who’s footing the multimillion-dollar bill for the jetty upgrade and how communication about the project is being handled. “they’d have a whole lot more support if the officials were advised about it rather than hearing it on the news,” Shearon said. “also, assuming that figure is right, $5 million is a lot of money.” Shearon said the pass can be dangerous. “When the current goes through there, it really goes through there,” Shearon said. “there’s been a couple of deaths there.” Permitting could take a couple of years. In the meantime, Longboat Key is talking about becoming an all-Sarasota county isle, Shearon said. “I would hate to see Manatee County pay for all of that if Longboat Key goes Sarasota county,” Shearon said. “that’s another factor.” an example of the proposed jetty upgrade can be found about 50 miles south at the Venice jetties, where the rebuild comprises large rocks with a wide path on top, a popular vantage point for sunbathers and anglers

alike. By contrast, signs on the Longboat pass jetty warn against walking on the rickety structure. The Anna Maria Island shoreline extends between Florida Department of Environmental Protection monument R-1 at the north end of the island and R-41 at the south end. the entire ami shoreline has been classified by the dep as “critically eroded.” Estimated costs have held steady since it was anticipated in the 2015-16 manatee county fiscal budget that repair or replacement of the jetty would occur in 2017-18 with the state providing nearly $3.5 million.

Longboat Pass Inlet jetty proposal

What: manatee county Longboat pass inlet management proposal to upgrade an aging jetty. Where: on a federally authorized navigation channel — Longboat Pass — between the south end of anna maria island, where the jetty is sited, and the north end of Longboat Key. When: manatee county proposes designing and initiating permitting for reconstruction of the jetty during fiscal year 2017-18, with construction in 2019-20. How: Jetty reconstruction funds are requested under the Florida Department of Environmental protection inlet project application process. How much: the project will cost an estimated $4,875,000.

FISH to sit out newest Aqua by the Bay court challenge

By terry o’connor Islander Reporter The Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage will not take part in the latest round of litigation involving the Aqua by the Bay land development. At the Nov. 6 meeting at the FISH-owned Fishermen’s Hall, vice president Jane von Hahmann said a legal challenge to Carlos Beruff’s development proposal, which has been opposed by fiSH as environmentally unsound, revolves around a process dispute. Manatee County commissioners unanimously approved Beruff’s proposal oct. 3 for 2,384 multifamily and 510 single-family homes plus 78,000 square feet of commercial space. The Aqua by the Bay development, formerly known as Long Bar pointe, is to be sited on 529 acres between El Conquistador Parkway and Cortez on Sarasota Bay. the complainants, including Suncoast Waterkeepers and several private citizens, claim the meeting was without proper public notice. The lawsuit claims the hearing should have been continued and advertised to allow public comment on the amended proposal. “it’s a challenge process,” von Hahmann said. “i think we step up when it’s a challenge to the environment.” Von Hahmann, a former manatee county commissioner, indicated she is resigned to the fact the project will become reality. She noted Beruff’s plans include at least 14 buildings allowed to be built a maximum of 110 feet tall,

and show a “lot of asphalt and almost no greenery.” “We’ll just have to wait and see what it looks like,” von Hahmann said. “they got it.” in other board matters, fiSH secretary Karen Bell, owner of Starfish co. market & restaurant and a.p. Bell fish co., said the commercial fishing catch for stone crab — season opened oct. 15 — is “terrible, terrible slow.” grouper has been slow, too, she said. But mullet is a bright spot. “It’s a good time to eat mullet right now,” she said. The board accepted the resignation of Danielle Miller less than four months after she succeeded her grandfather, Bill miller. the younger miller moved to Tennessee. Miller was replaced on the board by Janet Miller of Fidelity Bank for an interim term to run through the March FISH board election. Janet Miller is no relation to her predecessors on the board. Fifth-year chair Rose Lipke reported activity will intensify in January for the 38th cortez commercial fishing festival, feb. 17-18, 2018. Kristin Sweeting of the Florida Maritime Museum announced plans to observe the museum’s 10th anniversary dec. 8. Sweeting said anniversary events will be held the first two weeks of december. matthew Kurutz, 15, made an eagle Scout presentation to the board, pitching a $2,400 project involving removal of invasive Brazilian pepper trees and repairs to a wooden bridge at the FISH Preserve. the fiSH board oK’d Kurutz’s proposal, which also requires approval from the Eagle Scout board. The

Boy Scoutmaster Stephen Kurutz and Boy Scouts Matthew Kurutz, 15, Nicholas Kurutz, 13, and Shari Kurutz attend the FISH board meeting Nov. 6 to support Matthew’s Eagle Scout project, a proposal to remove invasive Brazilian pepper trees and repair a wooden bridge in the FISH Preserve. Islander Photo: Terry O’Connor Boy Scouts originally built the bridge. the nonprofit fiSH provides for the 95-acre preserve, a boat building and repair program and litigation involving developments deemed threatening to Cortez village, such as aqua by the Bay. the fiSH board will not meet in december, when it holds a holiday party. The board will next meet at 7 p.m. monday, Jan. 8, at fishermen’s Hall, 4511 124th St. W.

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Veterans Day observances More than 100 marching band members and cheerleaders from Manatee High School turn the corner from Pine Avenue onto Bay Boulevard Nov. 10 during Anna Maria’s Veterans Day parade. Islander Photo: Jack Elka See MORE, page 21.

The American Legion Kirby Stewart Post 24 honor guard posts the flags for the branches of military service as members of the branch stand at the Nov. 10 Veterans Day Salute in Holmes Beach. Islander Photo: Bonner Joy

Ted Adams, president of the Cortez Village Cultural Center, posts the U.S. flag Nov. 11 on the porch of the cultural center, commemorating Veterans Day in the village. Islander Photo: Terry O’Connor

Alla Hull of Bradenton, right, served in the U.S. Air Force from 1955-63. He volunteers with the American Legion Kirby Stewart Post 24 honor guard and played taps Nov. 10 near the close of The Islander Veterans Salute at Memorial Park at Holmes Beach City Hall. Islander Photo: Terry O’Connor

Military veterans honored, islanders pay respects

By Terry O’Connor Islander Reporter Dawn welcomed an appropriately somber, gray day Nov. 10 at Holmes Beach City Hall. Nearly 100 people attended a 35-minute morning Veterans Salute in observance of Veterans Day at Memorial Park, 5801 Marina Drive. The salute, presented by The Islander and the city of Holmes Beach, was highlighted by a flag presentation featuring five military branches — U.S Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard — a rifle salute and a moving rendition of the taps bugle call performed by Allan Hull of Bradenton, who served in the Air Force 1955-63. Hull informed his solo with memories of three high school classmates killed in action. “Within two weeks, they were killed by a mine,” Hull said. “It’s very heart-wrenching to think of all the people who didn’t come back.” City hall was closed in observance of the federal holiday but close to 100 people arrived to the event, including 10 members of the American Legion Kirby Stewart Post 24 Honor Guard. Some honor guard members had mixed feelings about the state of U.S. recognition for military veterans, including kneeling during the national anthem at

National Football League games. “This generation has shown a lot of disrespect to veterans, including all those who lost their lives,” said Earl Mattashed, of Palmetto, who served in the Navy 1956-60. “Not only kneeling at NFL games, but even in the school system, where military history is not taught anymore.” Others said they take it upon themselves to remember their fellow military personnel. “It’s respectful for the honor guard to remember the veterans who have passed and those who are still here,” said Army vet Charles Magnus of Bradenton, who served 1971-74. Anna Maria Mayor Dan Murphy, sporting an Army hat, lightened the mood with a wisecrack about coming to Holmes Beach. “It’s always a pleasure to come to the low-rent district,” he said. Turning serious, Murphy said his military experience was life-changing. He advised all veterans to make a humble reply when a civilian thanks them for their service. “Say thank you for having let us serve,” Murphy said. “It’s more rewarding to serve than to be served.” Murphy went on to detail the many things he is

thankful for as a result of his military service, including free hospital stays for his wife on the birth of their children, a low-interest VA loan, an education on the G.I. Bill that led to a career and more. “Thanks for teaching me life lessons in courage and compassion and how to quell my fears when things go wrong and danger looms. “Thank for providing comradery during a very troubled time for our nation “And lastly, thank you Uncle Sam for teaching me the most valuable lesson of all….. that it is far more rewarding to serve than to be served,” Murphy said. Murphy remains grateful for his opportunity to serve. Holmes Beach Mayor Bob Johnson issued a Veterans Day proclamation, noting the title of the military holiday signifies it belongs to all Americans. “It’s not a day that belongs to veterans,” Johnson said. “It’s a day for honoring all veterans.” Johnson’s proclamation lauded U.S. military veterans as heroes who have saved millions of people from oppression. “They stepped forward when America needed them the most,” he said. “Our veterans are beacons of liberty and have earned the respect of a grateful nation.”

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Then and now: Ann and Lynn Horne of Anna Maria celebrate 60 years of marriage this month. Islander Courtesy Photos

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The public is invited to Roser Memorial Community church Sunday, nov. 19, to celebrate founders day and dedicate the courtyard. the courtyard dedication, celebrating a beautification project begun a year ago, will take place after the 10 a.m. service. also, “exceptional volunteers” will be singled out during the 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. worship services at the church, 512 pine ave., anna maria. for more information, call the church at 941-7780414.

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Ann and Lynn Horne of Anna Maria will celebrate 60 years of marriage Nov. 16. They married in 1957 at the First Baptist Church in Bartow and spent their one-day honeymoon in orlando. they lived and raised their two boys, Lynn and John, in Bartow. “ann’s hair did turn white after the birth of her second son, probably knowing the shenanigans the boys would get up to!” Ann Horne visited Anna Maria as a child and her dream was to have a beach house — the dream was realized in 1977. Lynn Horne worked as a citrus and fertilizer consultant, ending his 45-year career with Ben Hill griffin in Frostproof. Ann Horne was a court reporter and started Ann S. Horne reporting Service in Bartow. She enjoyed a 42-year career in court reporting. the two spend their time between Woodfin mountain, north carolina, and anna maria. they also love to travel the world. Italy is one of their favorite destinations and they have a trip planned for next summer. They will celebrate their 60th anniversary on Anna maria with a Southern-style luau nov. 18 with friends and family.

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Veterans Day in Anna Maria, Bradenton Beach

Participants walk Pine Avenue Nov. 10 in the Anna Maria Old Soldiers and Sailors Veterans Day parade. Islander Photo: Jack Elka

Marissa Baldino, 15, waves her flag Nov. 10 in sync with members of the Lakewood Ranch High School color guard at Anna Maria’s Old Soldiers and Sailors Veterans Day Parade. More than 200 marching band and color guard members from Lakewood Ranch and Manatee high schools participated in the parade.

Ted Robinson, 17, drums Nov. 10 with the Lakewood Ranch High School drum line during the Old Soldiers and Sailors Veterans Day Parade. Celebrants stand to pledge to the U.S. flag at City Pier Park Nov. 10 as Manatee County sheriff’s deputies raise the flag in observance of Veterans Day.

Surprise celebration greets veteran Nov. 11 in Bradenton Beach

By Bianca Benedí Islander Reporter In Bradenton Beach, one military veteran’s daughter took the extra step to celebrate her father’s service. On the evening of Nov. 10, Debbie Bacon had arranged for staff from the Bradenton company Flamingos at Large to decorate John Bacon’s front yard with U.S. flags and a sign identifying him as a World War II Navy veteran. When he woke up Nov. 11, Veterans Day, John Bacon said he saw the sign and flags on his front yard and cried. “It feels good to be recognized for your service,” he said. “My daughter is so beautiful to me. …I was very proud.” More than 70 years ago, John Bacon stepped off the USS LSM(R) 196, a rocket ship used to clear beaches in the South Pacific. He said he was one of the last crew members still on board the ship when it was brought to Long Beach, California, to be decommissioned. He had served on the ship for two years after joining the U.S. Navy as an 18-year old because he was finally old enough to apply without his parents’ permission, spurred to action by the events at Pearl Harbor. At only 107 pounds, he was technically ineligible to serve — one must be 115 pounds to serve in the Navy — but, Debbie Bacon said, he struggled to gain weight for the entrance and begged to let serve, and he was waved through. Bacon served as a navigator on the ship, steering it by South Pacific beaches to clear them before U.S.

John Bacon stands outside his home Nov. 11. Decorations ordered for his yard by his daughter commemorate his military service. Islander Photo: Bianca Benedí

soldiers moved in. Although he never fired a gun, Bacon said he witnessed a lot of action during his service — from soldiers clamoring onto newly-claimed beaches to the bombing of Hiroshima — he said the atomic bomb was dropped 300 miles from his ship. He was awarded a Bronze Star for his service. Today, he wears the medal pinned to a baseball cap that reads “World War II Navy Combat Veteran.” After his Navy service, he spent 10 years in the reserves. Bacon returned to a newspaper career in Flint, Michigan, eventually becoming a circulation director for the Flint Journal.

After years of visiting Anna Maria Island, he purchased property in Bradenton Beach in 1972 and has resided in the community since. He has held two reunions for shipmates in his Bradenton Beach home — one in 1988 and another in 1998 after friends voted to return to the island again for a second gathering. John Bacon was married for 68 years to wife Irene before she died in 2015. “She was the most beautiful woman,” he said fondly. Irene Bacon served as an RN and held the title of Army lieutenant before retiring to marry. They had two children — Debbie and Butch. We salute you, John Bacon.

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By Kathy Prucnell

Island police blotter

Anna Maria Oct. 23, 700 block of North Shore Drive, Baker Act. Manatee County sheriff’s deputies, assisted by Holmes Beach officers, responded to an emergency call that resulted in EMS transporting a woman to Blake Medical Center in Bradenton, and minor injury to one of the Holmes Beach officers. Oct. 24, Rod & Reel Pier, 875 N. Shore Drive, lost tag. A female reported to MCSO her vehicle tag may have fallen off between her home and work. MCSO reported the missing tag to the state. Anna Maria is policed by MCSO. Bradenton Beach Oct. 28, Coquina Park, 2650 Gulf Drive S., Baker Act. A 40-year-old man threatened harm to himself. Bradenton Beach officers responded and transported him to a treatment facility. Nov. 2, Bradenton Beach Police Department, 403 Highland Ave., stolen tag. A tag from a motorcycle was reported stolen and BBPD filed the report with the state database. Nov. 3, 2600 block of Gulf Drive, drug overdose. Bradenton Beach officers responded to a call about an unresponsive 25-year-old male suffering from a suspected heroin overdose. EMS transported him to Blake Medical Center in Bradenton, where he was treated. Bradenton Beach is policed by BBPD. Cortez Oct. 31, Seafood Shack, 4110 127th St. W., defrauding innkeeper/trespass. A Manatee County sheriff’s deputy arrested a 52-year-old woman fleeing on her bicycle after refusing to pay a bill for two beers, a grouper sandwich and hush puppies. The woman also was trespassed. She was transported to the Manatee County jail. Cortez is policed by MCSO. Holmes Beach Oct. 29, 300 block of 58th Street, theft. A complainant reported several pieces of jewelry and a designer purse went missing between August and October. The stolen items were valued at $9,292. Nov. 1, Walgreens, 3200 E. Bay Drive, trespass. Holmes Beach police issued a trespass warning to a 59-year-old woman who was causing a disturbance. A taxi was summoned to remove her from the premises. Nov. 3, 600 block of Crestwood Lane, construction theft. A contractor reported copper pipes belonging to him were on a truck and trailer. The pipes were returned after the contractor advised the truck driver that taking the pipes was a theft from the job site. Nov. 3, Publix Super Market, 3900 E. Bay Drive, trespass. A manager reported a suspicious person asking customers for money. Police found a man who met the manager’s description at the intersection of East Bay and Gulf drives and warned him for trespassing. Nov. 3, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, trespass. Three males and one female at a picnic table with a bottle of alcohol became belligerent and threatened Holmes Beach police officers. The officers issued them trespass warnings. Nov. 3, Publix Super Market, 3900 E. Bay Drive, theft. A mountain bike, valued at $150, was stolen. A security camera video of the theft was provided to police. Nov. 5, 6500 block of Flotilla Drive, damage. A man reported a puncture to one of the windows in his condo unit. Nov. 6, Manatee Public Beach, theft. A mountain bike, valued at $300, was reported stolen. Holmes Beach is policed by HBPD. Streetlife is based on incident reports and narratives from the BBPD, HBPD and MCSO.

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In an emergency, call 911. To report information on island crime, call the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office Anna Maria substation, 941-708-8899; Bradenton Beach police, 941-778-6311; or Holmes Beach police, 941-708-5804.

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Holmes Beach Police Officer Mike Walker poses with his mini look-alike Evan White Oct. 31 during the trail of treats. Walker gave Evan an HBPD patch after posing by the police truck. Now Evan wants to be — you guessed it — a police officer when he grows up. Islander Photo: Courtesy Heather Carbone

Cops & Court By Kathy Prucnell, Islander Reporter

Bradenton woman arrested for DUI in Anna Maria

A witness saw a motorist nearly strike several vehicles and bicyclists in Anna Maria and called 911 — leading to a woman’s arrest for driving while intoxicated. Barbara Boyd Foulds, 68, of Bradenton, was taken into custody at 6:49 p.m. Nov. 11 at 125 Crescent Drive, where she stopped her vehicle and blocked traffic flow, according to a Manatee County sheriff’s report. MCSO Deputy Amy Leach Foulds responded initially and Deputy Benjamin Quick arrived to conduct a DUI investigation, including a field-sobriety test, which was discontinued after Foulds lost her balance. An open bottle of chardonnay, more than twothirds empty, and an unopened bottle of wine allegedly were found in Foulds’ vehicle. Foulds was transported to the Manatee County jail, where she remained in custody Nov. 8. Her arraignment is set for 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6, at the Manatee County Judicial Center, 1051 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton.

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Bradenton man arrested for drugs at Coquina

Bradenton Beach Officer Alex Hurt noticed an unoccupied pickup truck parked after hours Oct. 28 at Coquina Park and stopped to investigate. He arrested Julian Z. Herrera, 21, of Bradenton, for possessing cocaine after speaking to the driver and passengers, who returned to the vehicle at about 2 a.m. from the beach. Asked for identification, the group told the officers their IDs were Herrera in the vehicle, where Hurt reported noticing a strong odor of burnt cannabis. According to the police report, the driver turned the marijuana in the vehicle over to the police and a search turned up a wallet with $220 and a small bag of cocaine. Herrera allegedly admitted the wallet belonged to him, but initially denied owning the cocaine, although later asked why he was the only one arrested when the drug belonged to others as well. He was taken into custody and transported to the Manatee County jail. Herrera posted $1,500 bond and was released. His arraignment is set for 9 a.m. Friday, Dec. 1, at the Manatee County Judicial Center, 1051 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton.

Eyes on the road

The Florida Department of Transportation posted the following advisories for the week of Nov. 13: • SR 789/Gulf Drive from SR 64/Manatee Avenue to SR 684/Cortez Road: Manatee County is installing new force mains and water mains. For more information, visit amipipereplacement.com. • SR 789/Gulf Drive in Bradenton Beach: Crews are installing a sidewalk along Gulf Drive from south of 13th Street South to the North Coquina Beach Boat Ramp. Crews are working on sidewalk installation and drainage. Lane closures will occur during the day. Watch for flaggers. The expected completion is late 2017. • SR 684/Cortez Road at 119th Street West: Crews are constructing safety improvements, including median, pedestrian signal and lane-striping. Motorists should expect daytime and nighttime lane closures. The expected completion is late 2017. For the latest road watch information, go online to www.fl511.com or dial 511.

The roads they are a changin’

Electronic road signs Nov. 7 warn approaching motorists of a new traffic pattern on Cortez Road near 121st Street Court West in Cortez. Targeted for change by early December, the intersection is being temporarily re-aligned to allow better flow for eastbound traffic from Anna Maria Island. A new pedestrian signal also will be installed. The work is expected to be complete by early December. A permanent solution to realign the south and north legs of 119th Street West is still a plan on a paper. Islander Photo: Kathy Prucnell

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Anna Maria Island Bridge to bear Florida motif By Terry O’Connor Islander Reporter In deciding to replace the drawbridge constructed in 1957 on Manatee Avenue, the Florida Department of Transportation wanted to make sure the structure appears to belong in the Sunshine State. To ensure the new fixed span with 65 feet of vertical clearance sports the right look, the DOT formed an Anna Maria Island Bridge aesthetics advisory committee with representatives from Anna Maria, Bradenton, Bradenton Beach, Holmes Beach, Manatee County, the Palma Sola Scenic highway committee and the Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization. The committee has spoken. Bridge features were chosen to look good, have as little ecological impact as possible and be easy to maintain, said Ingrid McClellan, who chaired the Nov. 8 meeting of the Palma Sola Scenic Highway Corridor Management Entity, despite nursing a broken kneecap. The committee sought community input on decorative features and amenities for the project on State Road 789 between Kingfish Boat Ramp in Holmes Beach and Martinique Drive on Perico Island, McClellan reported. Recommended bridge features include mudline footings, panel railings with sun-shaped infills and blue hammerhead piers with turtle impressions, according to the committee. “It’s a cleaner look,” McClellan said. The committee suggested the wall impressions include manatees, turtles and pelicans on gray, fractured granite. Landscaping suggestions for the landings include a combination of trees, such as royal and sabal palms, silver buttonwoods and geigers. The committee’s recommendations were sent to the DOT, according to McClellan.

Chair Ingrid McClellan and James McGuinness, Holmes Beach building official, discuss issues at the Nov. 8 meeting of the Palma Sola Scenic Highway Corridor Management Entity. Islander Photo: Terry O’Connor Speaking on other matters, McClellan noted the Holmes Beach public works employees have been exemplary in maintaining the city’s area of Palma Sola Scenic Highway corridor. “Holmes Beach has an A-plus on maintaining their side of the causeway,” said McClellan. Holmes Beach is responsible for property maintenance east of the welcome sign on Manatee Avenue West to the bridge. Also, Holmes Beach is bringing its navigational day markers up to code to allow law enforcement. “If someone is traveling too fast through the waterway, they could be cited for doing it,” said James McGuinness, Holmes Beach building official. “It’s also a great aid for boaters for us to replace those markers.” Improved parking to provide “soft access” for

Grassy Point Preserve is being developed, too, McGuinness said. Holmes Beach has acquired two lots immediately south of Grassy Point to be used for parking, he said. He said the new lots are expected to increase attendance and enjoyment of the park. “It’s something we’ve been working on for a long, long time,” McGuinness said. “We were concerned about those lots because, right at the gateway, we don’t want commercial development.” The island has two scenic highway groups — the Palma Sola committee and the Bradenton Beach Scenic Waves advisory committee that focuses on Gulf Drive in the city. The Palma Sola Scenic Highway group’s next meeting will take place at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14, in a training room at the Bradenton public works facility at 114 Ninth St. W.

The Anna Maria Island Bridge aesthetics committee chose features including sun-shaped infills and blue hammerhead piers with turtle impressions. Islander Courtesy Graphic

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Fall Fest nets big returns for AME PTO

There’s a reason for the fall season. once again, the anna maria elementary fall fest yielded a large sum of money for the Parent-Teacher organization. pto treasurer mauri Zaccagnino reported nov. 3 the net income was $5,075.48. the total was slightly less than last year, but Zaccagnino said a $250 last year helped defray costs. The gross revenue from ticket and armband sales was up $14. “overall, the board is pleased,” Zaccagnino reported. pto president nicole teich said proceeds will help pay to install a new stage in the school auditorium, buy school supplies and expand the estuary studies program, which take place in the spring. “The auditorium is one of the original buildings here,” teich said. “the stage needed to be replaced and we have purchased a new one.” The estuary studies program historically has been but will be expanded to all grade levels in the spring, reserved for students in the second- and third-grades, thanks also to the ame-pto.

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AMITW outreach thrives despite sea turtle season ending

By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Islander Reporter Suzi Fox, Sea turtle season on anna maria island ended oct. AMITW exec31, but educational outreach is year-round for anna utive director, Maria Island Turtle Watch and Shorebird Monitorspeaks to stuing. dents during A record-breaking number of loggerhead sea turtle an uppernests were spotted on island beaches this season and school marine AMITW executive director Suzi Fox says public awarescience club ness is one of the reasons nesting numbers increased. meeting at Educating children in Manatee County is a focal Saint Stephens point of amitW outreach, according to fox. Episcopal throughout the school year, fox and amitW volSchool, 315 unteers work with students at Anna Maria Elementary 41st St. W., School. AME and AMITW are longtime partners. Bradenton. They teach students about sea turtles and nesting Islander shorebirds. Students are enlisted for artwork that is used Photo: Courfor printed materials, including amitW notecards, tesy AMITW with money from the sales going to the school. additionally, art produced by the students will be this year, turtle watch is taking its educational according to christiane Skey, an upper school used for “Keep off the dunes” signs at coquina Beach program to town. science teacher and co-sponsor of the club, students in Bradenton Beach. Fox spoke Nov. 2 to upper-school students in will create a plan to work on projects, including beach “It’s a great way for the kids to express themselves,” fox said. “they get to learn about ecology, the marine science club at Saint Stephen’s Episcopal cleanups and shorebird stewarding. PLEASE SEE tURtleS, neXt page School in Bradenton about AMITW. have fun and help out the school and turtle watch.”

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By Bianca Benedí Islander Reporter the island fitness center, and its members are relocating to the Center of Anna Maria Island. As Island Fitness’s 10-year lease at the Waterline business center in Holmes Beach came to an end, the gym developed a new partnership with the center, which already boasted a workout facility at 407 magnolia ave., anna maria. Island Fitness courses at the center began Nov. 6 in the second-floor workout studio. The center offered an introductory membership to island fitness members, but because the center is not open 24 hours, island fitness members will no longer have 24-hour access as they did at the Holmes Beach location. The details of the partnership are still being finalized and the transition won’t be complete until thanksgiving, according to center executive director Kristen Lessig. However, Lessig said, membership for both

organizations will be combined, and island fitness will receive a percentage of future membership fees. The partnership will not affect existing courses or programs offered at the center. But, Lessig said nov. 4, the partnership with Island Fitness will have an impact on negotiations with former board member Shawn Kaleta. The center’s gym equipment has been on loan from Kaleta and a September 2015 note — half of which was due in September 2017 — values the equipment at $100,000. Kaleta’s attorney, Louis najmy of najmy thompson pL, said in July that Kaleta donated the use of the equipment for two years, with the intention of receiving payment for the full value of the note at the end of the term, which is September 2018. at a center board meeting oct. 25, board chair David Zaccagnino said the center is still negotiating the note with Kaleta.

Some years ago, the islander was invited to take part in a digital newspaper pilot project with the university of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries. After submitting electronic — digital — editions of the newspaper, we donated our collection of printed newspapers covering from the first edition in 1992 up to the digital era of 2005. it took a few years, but it’s all on the uoff digital library site now, all searchable by key word, name or date. it’s simple, easy and available 24/7. there’s 25 years, 52 weeks a year, the complete collection of the islander, online at ufdc.ufl.edu. You’ll find the islander at the uoff library among the digital stacks, now and into the future. Weekly. Find weekly editions of The Islander — 1992 to present — online in the University of Florida Digital Library at ufdc.ufl. edu.

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Snook Shindig’s scientiﬁc purpose

Jennifer Castilow and Nate Brennan of Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota measure a snook during the annual William R. Mote Memorial Snook Shindig, held Nov. 3-4 in Sarasota Bay. More than 40 anglers joined Mote researchers for the “catch, measure and release” tournament. The shindig provides data for researchers to monitor the health of the snook population and track hatchery-raised fish released into the bay. Islander Photo: Mote Marine Laboratory/Cheri Tardif

By Lisa Neff

AMI eco-psych abounds

this time of year, many people on anna maria island open our doors, offer spare pillows and sleeping space and share our tables with friends and families. Visitors come from near and far to see us, sample our cuisine, browse our shops and read the islander (celebrating its 25th anniversary with a big office party Wednesday, nov. 15). They somtimes stay with us a night, long weekend, a week or a month. Neff Undoubtedly many of our visitors will leave feeling better about life than when they arrived. You can pat yourself on the back, acknowledge Roser Church for the Thanksgiving feast that’s as delicious as it is calorie rich and recognize the warm community of residents and businesspeople. However, much credit for the happy travelers who trek through the departure gates at the airports in tampa, Sarasota and clearwater must go to nature. i recently read a study by British researchers titled, “Are some natural environments more psychologically beneficial than others? the importance of type and quality on connectedness to nature and psychological.” researchers at the university of Surrey, university of exeter, university of plymouth and plymouth tURtleS continued from page 26 “We think what they do is wonderful and we can’t wait to work with them,” Skey said of amitW. “We look for rewarding citizen science opportunities for the students and this fits right in.” Fox also said she is meeting with her volunteers for a “think tank” on presentations and materials. throughout the year, amitW provides turtlesafety information to the public through door-hangers, booklets and stickers. The materials especially provide beachfront residents and visitors on the importance of turtle-friendly lighting and practices during sea turtle nesting and hatching season — may 1-oct. 31. as part of its outreach, amitW is distributing “turtle SafeLight” cards with a small, blue filter that, when held up to a light-source, allows a person to see what lights are visible to sea turtles. Fox said the cards are free and available at the

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Marine Laboratory examined the experiences of more than 4,500 people spending time in nature and investigated how environmental settings impacted psychological well-being. The scientists asked people to describe their visits and evaluate their overall encounters and discovered people reported greater psychological contentment visiting rural and coastal locations compared to people who spent time in urban green spaces. The researchers also found that visits to natural areas of protected or designated status also resulted in improved mental well-being. These visits to the coast or the country or protected parks were associated with greater feelings of relaxation and refreshment and lower levels of stress, as well as stronger emotional connections to the natural world. not surprisingly, visits longer than 30 minutes had greater psychological benefits. the lead author of the study, dr. Kayleigh Wyles, three island city halls and at AMITW events. “they aren’t purely scientific,” fox said. “But, they are fun for people to use and do help us to see if a light is in compliance.” turtle watch will start up its free, informational “turtle talks” in early 2018 at the Waterline marina Resort and Beach Club in Holmes Beach. “It’s nice to show the winter people everything we do in the summer,” fox said. “But, we truly do work year-round to protect our turtles.” for more information about amitW, contact fox at suzilfox@gmail.com or 941-778-5638.

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conducted his research at Plymouth Marine Laboratory and is now a lecturer in environmental psychology at the University of Surrey. He had this to say about his work: “We’ve demonstrated for some time that nature can be beneficial to us.… Here we have found that our mental wellbeing and our emotional bond with nature may differ depending on the type and quality of an environment we visit. “these findings are important as they not only help unpick the mechanisms behind these psychological benefits, but they can also help to prioritize the protection of these environments and emphasize why accessibility to nature is so important.” The researchers further determined that socioeconomic status was not a factor in the enjoyment of nature, demonstrating the importance of providing free or affordable entry to sites for equality in accessing nature. So as we go about our week of preparing for the first big holiday of the “holiday season” and the arrival of visitors from near or far, we should be thankful for the proximity of the gulf of mexico, the bayfront, the riverfront, preserves of robinson, perico, neal, Leffis Key, grassy point and the fiSH preserve and our aquatic resources. The how and why nature improves psychological well-being is a question for another study. Perhaps the impact of nature on us has an evolutionary origin or maybe it is just improved air quality. Scientists don’t know exactly. But we know we have in abundance the “natural environments more psychologically beneficial than others.”

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Seedings set for adult soccer playoffs at center By Kevin P. Cassidy Islander Reporter The regular season is in the books and the playoff seedings and schedules are carved in stone. The playoffs kick off at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, with No. 4 seed Moss Builders taking on fifth seed Sato Real Estate. The second match of the evening has No. 3 seed Jiffy Lube pitted against sixth seed Ross Built at 7 p.m., while the 8 p.m. match pairs No. 2 Mulock Flynn Law against seventh seed Ross Built. As expected, Slim’s Place finCassidy ished the regular season as top seed, but they did finally lose a game, removing the pressure of an unbeaten season. No. 1 will take on No. 8 Mar/ Kis Insurance in the final match of the evening, starting at 9 p.m. The last night of the regular season Nov. 9 opened with Jiffy Lube easing past Sato Real Estate by a 7-4 score behind four goals from Danny Anderson and two goals from Ricky Anderson. Chris Klotz added a goal and an assist in the victory, while goalie Jason Sato made eight saves. Josh Sato’s two goals paced Sato Real Estate, which also received single goals from Nate Welch and Zoran Kolega while Bobby Troxler, Yunior Guerra and Adam Mott each had one assist in the loss. The second match of the night saw Ross Built and Acqua Aveda battle to a 2-2 tie. Kevin Roman and Scott Eason scored a goal and Ben Sato made three saves between the pipes to lead Ross Built. Darrin Wash scored two goals to lead Acqua Aveda, which also received assists from Cortni Wash and Rico Beissert in the tie. Mulock Flynn Law edged Slim’s Place 5-4 behind five goals from Chris Scott. Angela Wiles led Slim’s

Place with three goals, while Greg DeMeuese added a goal in the loss. Mar/Kis Insurance seems to be finding its stride after starting the season with five consecutive losses. The team won its first game last week and battled to a 5-5 tie against Moss Builders in its final regular season match. Jeremias Gramajo led the way with two goals, while Miguel Ajoy, Tony Frudakis and Ruby Rodriguez scored a goal each. Mario Prino helped keep Mar/ Kis in the game with seven saves in goal. Andre Lewis led Moss Builders with a goal and two assists, while Ryan Moss, Jillian Ptak, Olaf Krause and Shay Coleman added a goal in the tie. Club news There was a full week of golf action at the Key Royale Club in Holmes Beach, starting with a ninehole modified-Stableford system match for the men Nov. 6. Buddy Foy and John Kolojeski both carded plus-4s to finish in a tie for first place. The foursome of Tim Friessen, Lex Halakan, Marty Hicks and Gary Razze combined on a plus-5 to win the team competition. The women took over the course Nov. 7 for a ninehole individual-low-net match in four flights, including a side game of low putts. Flight A was particulary competitive with Helen Pollock, Marcia Helgeson, Margrit Layh and Debbie Milder all coming in with matching 1-under-par 31s — a four-way tie for first place. Joy Kaiser finished alone in second place with a 32. Helgeson and Kaiser tied for low puts in the group with 14 putts. Meredith Slavin and Fran Barford both fired 1-under-par 31s to finish in a tie for first place in Flight B. Roxanne Koche was alone in second with an evenpar 32, while Jana Samuels was a stroke back in third place. Pam Alvord and Sue Christenson both had 13

putts to win the low putts contest in the flight. Sue VanOrsdal won Flight C with a 1-over-par 33, while Janet Razze took second with a 2-over-par 34. Jan Turner was alone in third at 4-over-par 36. Turner and Carol Patterson won the low putts game with 13 putts. Peggy Clauhs took first place in Flight D with a 40, while Cathy Rice and Marty Clark finished in second and third place respectively. Clark was the outright winner of the low putts game in the flight with 14 putts during her round. Horseshoe news Two teams advanced from pool play to the knockout round during Nov. 8 horseshoe action at the Anna Maria City Hall horseshoe pits. The team of Hank Huyghe and Rod Bussey rolled in the finals with a 21-6 victory over Bob Lee and Art Kingstad. Six teams advanced to the knockout stage with 2-1 records during Nov. 11 action. The team of Tom Skoloda and Steve Doyle won its first-round match by a 22-12 score over Jerry Disbrow and Tim Sofran. Meanwhile Neil Hennessey and Adin Shank cruised past Dom Livedoti and Steve Hooper by a 21-2 score. John Crawford walked his way past Tom Farrington and Norm Langeland 22-16. Crawford drew the lucky bye into the finals and watched as Skoloda-Doyle advanced to the championship game, defeating Hennessey-Shank 24-11. Crawford ended the marathon playoff by defeating Skoloda-Doyle to earn the day’s bragging rights. Play gets underway at 9 a.m. every Wednesday and Saturday at the Anna Maria City Hall pits. Warmups begin at 8:45 a.m. followed by random team selection. There is no charge to play and everyone is welcome.

Boaters beware: Manatees on the move, including island waters

People who remember in November to watch out for manatees as they begin migrating to warmer waters are making a difference in the species’ survival, according to conservation officials. Florida waters are home to more than 6,600 manatees. With the arrival of Manatee Awareness Month,

people again are slowing down for these large aquatic mammals in waterways throughout the state. Many seasonal manatee protection zones go into effect Wednesday, Nov. 15, including in the waters around Anna Maria Island. While some signs identifying manatee zones may

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Cooler nights, moderate days provide fishers hot action By Capt. Danny Stasny Islander Reporter fall fishing around anna maria island is getting better and better as we experience cool overnight temperatures, moderate days and calm waters. As a result of the two cold fronts we recently experienced, the waters have cooled down just enough to trigger fish to start feeding and fatten up for winter. Fishing offshore is proving to be quite productive, as many reports of gag and red grouper are coming from the guides. Migratory species â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Stasny kingfish, mackerel, bonito, cobia and blackfin tuna â&#x20AC;&#x201D; are being reported. and on the flats, the snook bite is nothing short of exceptional. Live free-lined shiners are quickly being devoured by hungry snook in preparation for winter. redfish and spotted seatrout are proving to be a worthwhile venture. and lastly, rumors of pompano are being reported â&#x20AC;&#x201D; keep a couple of shrimp-tipped jigs handy. Capt. David White of Anna Maria Charters is working offshore for a variety of species. Cobia and blackfin tuna highlight the offshore bite for anglers fishing live baits on the surface. those fishing with bottom rigs are being rewarded with numerous red and gag grouper. moving inshore, White says fishing for bonito along the beaches is productive. fly fishers especially like to hook these little football-shaped fish just for their sheer power and fight. on the flats, snook are the predominant bite. Live shiners under a cork or free-lined are quickly devoured by hungry linesiders. Jim malfese at the rod & reel pier says the fishing and the weather at the pier is about as good as it gets. Anglers using live shrimp as bait are catching a multitude of species, including redfish, black drum and sheepshead. Pompano are being taken via live shrimp. anglers using live lures, such as jigs and spoons, are catching ladyfish, macks and jacks until their arms are worn out. Capt. Aaron Lowman is targeting the large bait schools, which are gathering anywhere from a few hundred yards from the beach to a few miles offshore. these large schools of bait fish attract predators â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Spanish mackerel, kingfish, bonito and sharks. moving to the flats, Lowman is finding an exceptional spotted seatrout bite during the strong phases of the tide. Live free-lined shiners are producing the best

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Peter Martinez, visiting from New Jersey, and friend Mario Garcia from Miami fished offshore Nov. 9 with Capt. Warren Girle. They reeled up a nice reward of kingfish and snapper using live bait.

action. Snook are abundant on the flats and the best bite, again, is occurring on strong tides. Capt. Rick Gross of Fishy Business Charters is taking anglers to fish the flats of tampa Bay for snook. free-lining live shiners over shallow grass flats during the morning tides is producing respectable numbers of catch-and-release sized snook. Spotted seatrout also are being found on the flats, along with ladyfish and pompano. Fishing in depths of 10 feet or more throughout Tampa Bay is producing a great bite on Spanish mackerel. Finding schools of bait is key to locating these

high-speed fish, and casting live baits or silver spoons is attracting the bite. capt. Jason Stock is spending his days offshore, thanks to the mild weather and calm seas. Using topwater plugs, such as large poppers, around wrecks and reefs is resulting in some explosive action on amberjack and cobia. Blackfin tuna and kingfish are present in these areas, too. as for bottom fishing, gag grouper is the highlight this week for Stockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clients. Send high-resolution photos and fishing reports to fish@islander.org.

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Award winners Liza Kubik and Jed Lippincott, left, of the Seafood Shack Marina Bar & Grill; Alexander Keighley and David Hassall of Allegra Printing & Signs Now Bradenton; and Mark and Jen Bowman of Keller Williams On the Water; display their awards Nov. 6 at the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year Awards ceremony. Islander Photos: Sandy Ambrogi

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Chamber lauds businesses, names new directors

It was a night of celebration and awards — the perfect ending to a chamber of commerce kind of day. The Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce gathered members and friends Nov. 6 for the annual board installation dinner and the naming of the year’s small business award winners. festivities were held at the Key royale club, 700 Key royale drive, Holmes Beach. Local member businesses vied in three categories, small, medium and large, as designated by number of employees. Six companies were finalists in the small category, which was won by Jen and Mark Bowman of Keller Williams on the Water, 5386 gulf drive, Suite 104, Holmes Beach. the Bowmans beat grooms motors, advanced insurance Brokerage, Sugar Beach digital, the Hive creations and ami Health & fitness to take home the honors. their island real estate office opened five years ago. allegra printing & Signs now Bradenton took the plaque for the medium business category. The graphics, branding and marketing company competed against Island Vacation Properties for top honors. Squeals erupted at the table of key employees from the Seafood Shack marina, Bar & grill, 4110 127th St. W., cortez, as the restaurant was named large business of the year. chief operating officer Jed Lippincott and director of marketing and events Liza Kubik accepted the plaque for the restaurant-marina

owned by the Vandyk group, which has reinvented the waterfront establishment near the Cortez Bridge. Boyd Insurance was vying against the Seafood Shack for top accolades in the large category. The Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island honored and thanked first-responders, naming the group as their business persons of the year. Rotary president Judy Rupp named the Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach police departments, manatee county Sheriff’s office, which patrols anna maria, and West manatee fire rescue as this year’s recipient, bucking the tradition of naming a single business person as the winner. dennis Schuermann, outgoing president, assisted with the presentation. Chamber board chair Eric Cairns passed the gavel to his successor, island coffee Haus owner Bev Lesnick, jokingly saying the gavel “weighed much more than you might think.” Two new members were added to the chamber board of directors. Liza Kubik, of the Seafood Shack and Mike Southwick of AAA Payroll were inducted during the event.

Shoppers enjoy lucky days

Rebecca St. Jean, left foreground, shops the offerings Nov. 4 at the grand re-opening celebration of the Howluckyami boutique at Restless Natives in the Island Shopping Center, 5416 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Jane Sperlazzi, Jan Labriola and Restless Native’s Carol Clifford partnered to offer the “lucky” merchandise and celebrate with libations and sweet treats. Islander Photo: Sandy Ambrogi

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West Manatee Fire Rescue Chief Thomas Sousa, left, Manatee County Sheriff’s Lt. Lewis Licata, Holmes Beach Police Chief Bill Tokajer and Bradenton Beach Police Lt. John Cosby accept plaques for first-responder efforts from Judy Rupp and Dennis Schuermann of the Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island. The first-responders were collectively honored as Rotary’s business persons of the year.

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Holiday festivities will kick into high gear almost as soon as we clear the Thanksgiving leftovers from the table. on friday, dec. 1, the anna maria island chamber of Commerce will sponsor the annual Holmes Beach holiday open house and tree lighting. The party gets underway at 5 p.m. in downtown Holmes Beach with Santa and his sleigh and the CrossPointe Fellowship Holiday Carolers bringing cheer to the evening. at 6 p.m., the annual christmas tree lighting will take place at the chamber office, 5313 gulf drive.

Outgoing Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce board chair Eric Cairns, left, shares a chuckle Nov. 6 with incoming board chair Beverly Lesnick and new board inductees for 2018, Liza Kubik and Mike Southwick. Islander Photos: Sandy Ambrogi

Many Holmes Beach businesses will remain open until at least 8 p.m., offering holiday eats and treats, libations, live music and shopping specials — a perfect way to ring in December. The monthly chamber business luncheon will be at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, dec. 6, at the Bridge tender inn, 135 Bridge St., Bradenton Beach. cost is $15 for members and $25 for non-members. due to the holidays, the early-riser breakfast and the business card exchange will both take place Wednesday, dec. 13. for more information, go to annamariaislandchamber.org, call 941-778-1541 or visit the chamber office at 5313 gulf drive, Holmes Beach. The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce is seeking an assistant to president Gail Loefgren with duties to include member services. Loefgren said the job is face-paced, event- and

program-driven and requires someone with exceptional organizational skills who is outgoing, detailoriented, computer literate and able to work a flexible schedule. other great attributes? Business intelligence and good old common sense. Peg Pluto is leaving the position to become manager at the Wicker Inn on Longboat Key. Applications can be sent to gloefgren@lkbchamber.com. the east meets West expo, spanning the Longboat Key chamber and Lakewood ranch Business alliance, will be held 4:30-7 p.m. thursday, nov. 28, at robarts arena, 3000 ringling Blvd., Sarasota. cost is $5 for 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.

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

Paradise Improvements

941.792.5600

PETS

COMPUTER: DELL DUAL core, refurbished, $50. 941-756-6728.

PET PAL PET sitting: Short and long term, in your house or mine. 18-year Island resident. 941-7045937. e.davies5937@gmail.com.

TWO SLEEPER SOFAS: Very good condition, $95 each. Leather loveseat, $45. Karl, 941-7047798.

Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Specialist Replacement Doors and Windows

Andrew Chennault

FULL/QUEEN DUVET with two shams. Brand new, unused. White/navy paisley pattern, $25. Text 830-928-3131 for pictures.

FULLY LICENSED AND INSURED Island References Lic#CBC056755

RDI CONSTRUCTION INC.

CBC 1253471

ITEMS FOR SALE

FREEBIE ITEMS FOR SALE

Residential & Condo Renovations Kitchens • Bath • Design Service Carpentry • Flooring • Painting Commercial & Residential

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

References available • 941-720-7519

Bed: A bargain!

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

ANNOUNCEMENTS WANTED: WORKOUT DVDs and XBox, Wii units with games for Ministry of Presence for kids and teens in Haiti. Deliver to The Islander, 3218 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. WANTED: YOUR OLD cell phone for recycling. Deliver to The Islander, 3218 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. FREE GUN LOCK courtesy of Project Childsafe, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and Holmes Beach Police Department. Pick up at The Islander ofﬁce, 3218 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. Don’t be sorry, be safe.

ESTATE SALES MOVING SALE: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18. 215 Chilson Ave., Anna Maria. Furnished waterfront home with bedroom, dining and seating furniture, patio items, garage and some building materials. For pictures and details: www.estatesales.net. Sale by Julie McClure.

$YDLODEOH $We AMI CENTRE, 3218 E. BAY DRIVE, HOLMES BEACH 941 778-7978 • WWW.ISLANDER.ORG

GARAGE SALES

AdoptA-Pet

ROSER THRIFT SHOP: Open 9:30 a.m.-2p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m.-1p.m. Saturday. Donations preferred 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Wednesdays. 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. 941-779-2733. LARGE GARAGE SALE: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17-19. Linens, kitchen, decor, tools, furniture, old golf cart, 3-wheeler, lots more! 5105 Fifth Ave., Holmes Beach, end of 52nd Street.

Rollo is a happy boy! He’s a 3-year-old mixed breed. He has all his shots and he’s in great health. Available to adopt: www.moonraceranimalrescue.com or email moonraceranimalrescue@gmail.com Call lisa Williams at 941-345-2441 or visit the Islander next to Walgreens in Holmes Beach for more …

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FOR SALE: 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. Approximately 6,700 miles. Call 815-355-0298.

BOATS & BOATING BIMINI BAY SAILING: Small sailboat rentals and instruction. Day. Week. Month. Sunfish, Laser, Windrider 17 and Precision 15. Call Brian at 941685-1400. PONTOON BOAT RENTAL Create life long memories. Call 941-778-2121 or see boatflorida.net. USED BOATLIFT: 8,000 lbs., $2,500, 40-hp Perkins diesel, $2,500, cement-finishing tools. 941993-1042.

HELP WANTED HOUSEKEEPER: PART-TIME at Haley’s Motel. Must have own transportation and speak English. Prior experience required. Haley’s is a nonsmoking property. 941-778-5405. DELIVERY DRIVER/WAREHOUSE man. Work on Anna Maria Island. Part- or full-time. Resume to: annamariaisland@hotmail.com. LOOKING FOR RESPONSIBLE self-starter person. 2-4 hours per day, 4-5 days a week, mornings preferred. Outdoor light maintenance work, private residence. For more information, call 941-713-1586. REPORTER WANTED: Full- to part-time. Print media, newspaper experience or journalism degree required. Apply via email with letter of interest to news@islander.org.

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

SERVICES ISLAND COMPUTER GUY, 37 years experience. On-site PC repairs, upgrades, buying assistance and training. Call Bill, 941-778-2535.

MOVING/ESTATE SALE: 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 18. Everything must go! Most items under $20. House has to be emptied. 910 78th St., N.W., Bradenton, in Catalina subdivision, off 75th Street.

T.H.S. CLEANING: RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL vacation rentals. Dependable and detailed. 941756-4570.

FOUND: CHILD’S “GRANDDAUGHTER” bracelet on North Shore Drive just south of Spring Avenue, Anna Maria. Call 941-465-9451. K A S R D A S

TRANSPORTATION

MOVING/GARAGE SALE: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Furniture, etc. 2203 Ave. C, Bradenton Beach.

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