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Meetings. 5 island officials concentrate on golf cart woes. 5

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three manatees — aria, top, and Janus and iclyn — swim Sept. 21 in the Parker manatee rehabilitation Habitat at the Bishop museum of Science and nature in Bradenton. aria arrived to the aquarium Sept. 21. She was found injured by a boat strike and suffering cold stress in anna maria Sound in January. She was taken to Zootampa and then the Bishop. for more, see page 3. islander Photos: courtesy Bishop museum the Bishop’s animal care team and staff from Zootampa take measurements Sept. 21, after aria’s arrival to the aquarium.

NESTING NOTES: under 50 turtle nests remain. 18

Sojourn south begins for snowbirds. 19 championship matchup set in adult football. 20 target species take bait, beef up for fall. 21

Isl Biz: trading up, trading places. 22

CLASSIFIEDS. 24 Property insurance likely to rise. 26

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Hb mixed in parking garage reactions By ryan Paice islander reporter

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Manatee County’s “war” over parking in Holmes Beach has reignited a familiar discussion on Anna Maria Island. Does the island need a parking garage? “I do not support a parking garage in the city,” Holmes Beach Mayor Judy Titsworth wrote Sept. 23 to The Islander, remarking on Manatee County Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge’s Sept. 16 letter outlining terms for an agreement with the city. In his letter to Titsworth, Van Ostenbridge listed his “desired commitments” from the city, such as the reinstatement of parking along certain residential streets to pre-pandemic levels and the repeal of the city’s park-by-permit program. The city implemented a program last summer to reduce parking along some residential streets when people flooded its beaches as many other beaches in the state remained closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The system involves selling $15 decals to residents and property owners to allow them to park a vehicle in one of 645 spots along residential roadways where the city prohibits public parking 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Van Ostenbridge also proposed a variety of county enticements, including a water taxi service connecting the mainland to the island with a stop in the city, providing weekend solid waste removal at beach access points and the continuation of tourist tax funding for beach renourishment projects. turn to parking garage, Page 3

Am nixes one-way travel on Pine Ave., residents applaud By amy V.t. moriarty islander reporter

Anna Maria is saying no to going one way. Commissioners voted Sept. 22 to eliminate the possibility of changing traffic on Pine Avenue to one-way and removed another alternative from a slate of five offered by a traffic engineer as part of a project to Reimagine Pine Avenue. Anna Maria residents at a public hearing and meeting breathed audible sighs of relief and applauded as commissioners unanimously voted to take off the table any option for one-way vehicular traffic on Pine Avenue. Since May, when traffic engineer Gerry Traverso of St. Petersburg-based George F. Young Inc. suggested one-way streets was

an option for his traffic study as part of the Reimagine Pine Avenue project, residents on Spring and Magnolia avenues — the streets targeted for opposing one-way traffic — have been concerned about the possible impact. The project to explore safety and traffic flow on the city’s main business road includes Spring and Magnolia avenues —parallel roads south of Pine Avenue — and Gulf Drive to the west and South Bay Boulevard to the east. As anticipated, one of Traverso’s alternatives indeed called for Pine and Magnolia islander graphic: avenues to be opposite-direction one-way Bonner Joy roads, what he called a “one-way pair.” Commissioner Jonathan Crane said he The purpose for one-way pairs is to distribute traffic and reduce stress on motorists thinks Pine Avenue would be better as a oneturn to One Way, Page 2 and roads in an area more evenly.

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David Hutchinson, standing, comments Sept. 22 at a Reimagine Pine Avenue public hearing at Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive. Hutchinson is the executive director of the Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization. Anna Maria resident Bob Carter, front, and Manatee County Sheriff’s Deputy Sgt. Brett Getman are seated in the gallery. Islander Photo: Amy V.T. Moriarty One Way continued from page 1

way road, but not if it requires Spring or Magnolia avenues also to be one way. “Without empirical data we don’t know,” Mayor Dan Murphy said. “Before we can intelligently discuss the impact of it, I think we need to know: What’s it going to do to Spring and Magnolia?”

At the beginning of the Sept. 22 meeting, Traverso presented data showing the number of vehicles his study recorded in several 24-hour periods on the roads included in the project’s scope — including about 5,000 on Pine Avenue. “If we do the one-way pair … you’re adding almost 5,000 cars, however they divide up, to Spring and Magnolia. I find that totally unacceptable for those neighborhoods,” Commissioner Doug Copeland said. “The whole city’s been impacted by the tourist boom. I feel that we can’t impact those two blocks to that extent.” After the commission ruled out one-way traffic, Crane made a motion to have Traverso reevaluate the data and present an option that made Pine Avenue a singular one-way street. But without a second, the motion failed. The next alternative nixed by commissioners involved the addition of parallel on-street parking and delivery areas, along with the creation of a paved continuous concrete sidewalk in place of the existing, meandering, crushed shell and sand walkways. The alternative would not have provided dedicated bicycle lanes but would have employed sharrows — markings on the road identifying it as shared equally by motor vehicle and bicycle traffic. Commissioners unanimously agreed the shared travel lanes created enough danger and paired with on-street parallel parking could lead to more hazardous situations as people opened doors of parked vehicles. As commissioners nixed the alternative, they did so with the caveat that parking options would be discussed in the future. “You won’t have ideal parking if you’re looking at safety,” Anna Maria resident Bob Carter, a planning board member and husband of Commissioner Carol Carter, said during the meeting. “You won’t have shared lane use for bikes and cars if you’re looking at safety. So I agree with what you just did but, overall, I hope that safety remains the top priority because it’s a dangerous road the way it is now,” he said.

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“I just wanted to commend you all for making great progress today. You achieved the mayor’s objective of getting it down to two and you know change is not a simple task,” David Hutchinson, executive director of the Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization said. Hutchinson asked Traverso if the remaining alternatives would help resolve drainage issues, which is an objective of the project. Traverso said regardless of the alternative commissioners choose, addressing drainage issues is part of the project. At an Aug. 19 meeting, commissioners unanimously voted down an alternative that only called for additional pavement markings and the addition of two crosswalks to the five existing on Pine Avenue along with four more on both Spring and Magnolia avenues. A date was not set for a followup meeting, when commissioners will discuss the remaining two alternatives offered by Traverso in addition to two new previously not discussed suggestions from Copeland and Commissioner Deanie Sebring. The first of the remaining two alternatives would add buffered bike lanes in both directions of travel on Pine Avenue, provide a continuous sidewalk for pedestrians and alleviate sightline issues by shifting parking from the roadway closer to storefronts. The other alternative would create sidewalks on both sides of Pine Avenue, add 8-foot-wide two-way bike lanes on one side of the road and increase the number of pedestrian crosswalks. Anna Maria City Hall is at 10005 Gulf Drive. For more information, call the clerk’s office at 941708-6130.

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Bradenton aquarium nurtures manatee found injured near AMI A manatee rescued from Anna Maria Sound is now swimming safe and sound at the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature. The manatee, nicknamed Aria, was rescued in January and until earlier this month was receiving care at ZooTampa at Lowry Park. The manatee was injured in a boat strike and suffering from cold stress. The manatee — estimated to be about 18 months old — was moved Sept. 21 to Bishop’s Parker Manatee parking garage continued from page 1

One of his proposed county actions — the construction of a three-story parking garage at the Manatee Public Beach in Holmes Beach — was met by mixed reactions from city officials. In addition to expressing her opposition to the idea, Titsworth wrote that a parking garage isn’t allowed in a zone like the public beach. She added that the county would have to propose a code change for commission consideration to move forward with Van Ostenbridge’s garage proposal. She also expressed support for the city’s parkby-permit system, writing, “We can no longer allow the residential streets to serve as overflow parking for beach accesses.” City Commissioner Terry Schaefer told The Islander Sept. 24 that he’s open to discussing the addition of a parking garage in the city. “I think it’s fair to consider,” he said. “We have to give due-consideration to every initiative. …It’s healthy to continue a dialogue.” However, Schaefer had doubts for the benefits of a parking garage, saying it would not quell tourists’ ever-growing “appetite” to visit the island despite its limited infrastructure and traffic congestion. “This is a classic example of why home rule is so important for a small city like ours,” Schaefer said. “So we’re not force-fed things from the county.” City Commissioner Carol Soustek told The Islander Sept. 24 that she previously supported the county’s

Rehabilitation Habitat, joining Janus and Iclyn, two other manatees in the Bishop’s care. Aria weighed 220 pounds when she was rescued. The manatee’s weigh in Sept. 21 was 340 pounds. “It’s likely that Aria was struck by a boat and subsequently orphaned,” Virginia Edmonds, the Bishop’s director of animal care, said in a news release. “And since she was injured in January and may not have known where to find a warm-water refuge without her mother’s guidance, she also suffered from cold stress.

purchase of land in the city for a parking garage but expressed concern with the feasibility of a parking garage at the public beach due to space limitations. “I really don’t have enough information to make a judgment on something like that,” Soustek said. Both Schaefer and Soustek suggested the matter may come up for discussion at their next commission meeting at 5:10 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 28, after The Islander’s press deadline. Van Ostenbridge’s letter — which he described as a document to start a conversation that could lead to compromise — can be found online at islander.org.

We’re glad we’re here to help care for this young manatee and get her ready to return to the wild.” Manatees have rehabbed since 1998 at the museum, where the habitat allows them time to recover from illness or injury and prepare for a return to the wild. Bishop CEO Hillary Spencer said, “This year has been especially tough for manatees throughout Florida. More manatees have died in 2021 than in any other year in the state’s history — making rescue and rehabilitation programs like ours more important than ever.” The museum is at 201 10th St. W., Bradenton. GoodDeeds for manatees Bishop recently announced a monthly support program for manatees — Bishop Foster Friends — in partnership with Florida Power and Light. FPL will match up to $20,000 of donations made to Bishop Foster Friends to support manatee care. For more information, go online to www.bishopscience.org/bff or call the museum at 941-746-4131. — Lisa Neff

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AM adopts 2021-22 tax increase by unanimous vote By Amy V.T. Moriarty Islander Reporter

Anna Maria commissioners unanimously adopted a tax increase for property owners Sept. 23. When the 2021-22 fiscal year begins Oct. 1, Anna Maria taxpayers will face a tax hike, due in part to a $71,033,954 increase in property values and the approved millage rate of 2.05 mills. Millage is the number of dollars taxed per $1,000 of property value and determines the ad valorem tax revenue for the year. At 2.05 mills, the owner of a property valued at $500,000 would pay $1,025 in ad valorem tax. At the rollback rate of 1.8427 mills, using the same $500,000 example, a property owner would pay $921 in ad valorem taxes. The rollback rate provides the city with the same amount of ad valorem revenue for the next fiscal year as it did this year. Any percent of increase over the rollback —

including keeping the rate the same — amounts to a tax increase. The millage rate approved by commissioners exceeds the rollback rate by 11.25%, the percent of increase property owners will pay the city in the 2021-22 fiscal year. Murphy The motion to adopt the millage rate was made by Commissioner Doug Copeland and seconded by Commissioner Deanie Sebring. The motion to adopt the 2021-22 budget — with $4,409,997.99 in spending — was made by Commissioner Mark Short and seconded by Copeland. And the motion to adopt an ordinance authorizing the county tax collector to receive the 2021 ad valorem tax payment from the city was made by Commissioner Jonathan Crane and seconded by Short. All three motions passed unanimously. “We have a budget!” Commission Chair Carol Carter announced when voting on the three measures

concluded. Mayor Dan Murphy commended the commission’s fiscal responsibility. “I think it’s important that the public knows: our millage rate continues to be the very lowest in the county. By far, we’re lower than any other city in this county and we’ve maintained this millage rate now for well over 10 years without increasing. Yes, the property values have gone up, but where other cities have raised their millage rate, this city has not. I think it’s a sign of good fiscal responsibility on the part of our commission,” Murphy said. Before adjourning the 11-minute meeting, Carter turned the compliment back on the mayor and city treasurer LeAnne Addy, commending the research and recommendations they provided to the commission to consider the budget. Anna Maria City Hall is at 10005 Gulf Drive. For more information, call the clerk’s office at 941-708-6130.

5 HB commission candidates vie for 3 seats, file financial reports By Ryan Paice Islander Reporter

Campaign signs are springing up around Holmes Beach in advance of the Nov. 2 election. Meanwhile, the five candidates running for three city commission seats have filed financial reports detailing campaign contributions and expenditures through Sept. 10. The candidates include incumbent Commissioners Terry Schaefer and Carol Soustek, former Commissioners Pat Morton and John Monetti, as well as political newcomer Renee Ferguson. Commission Chair Jim Kihm, whose seat is one of three up for grabs this year, announced in August he would not seek reelection despite previously stating he would run. Kihm, who said he had personal reasons for not running, was one of three current commissioners to donate to Ferguson, the leader in campaign contributions among the five candidates. An 11-year resident, Ferguson received $2,500, including $100 from Kihm, $300 from Commissioner Kim Rash and wife Theresa and $200 from Commissioner Jayne Christenson and husband Joe, according to the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections’ website, votemanatee.com. Other contributors include Margaret Patall, Steven Clark, Mark Kennedy, Mary and Sean Muniz, Marjorie and Richard Motzer, Richard Brown and Melissa

Rash. Ferguson also received $23 as an in-kind contribution from Anna Maria Commissioner Carol Carter. Ferguson recorded $1,650.02 in expenditures, including more than $800 for campaign signs, $311.37 for T-shirts and $89.65 for a “campaign/strategy/ lunch.” She has not served in an elected capacity but has attended past city meetings. Soustek’s campaign has the next largest contribution total with $1,600, including $1,500 from herself and $100 from Mayor Judy Titsworth. She recorded $577.76 in expenditures, including $500.86 for campaign signs and $76.90 for filing fees. Soustek, who serves as the commission’s vice chair, was appointed in 2014 to complete the unexpired term of former Commissioner David Zaccagnino. She was reelected to her first full two-year term in November 2015 and was reelected in 2017 and 2019. Morton, a 27-year resident of the city who spent 17 years on the commission, raised $900 in contributions, including $500 from himself, $200 from Mike Norman and $100 from Titsworth and her husband, Steven. He also received contributions from Lynne Budcinsk and Unike Kendall. The expenditure reported for his campaign was a

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$76.90 charge for filing fees. Morton was first elected to the commission in 2003 and served until he lost the vote in 2020. Schaefer, elected to a two-year term on the commission in November 2019, had $500 in his campaign account from himself as of Sept. 10. His only recorded expense was $76.90 for filing fees. He serves as the commission’s liaison to the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce, the Center of Anna Maria Island, Anna Maria Elementary School please, see hb candidates, page 5

Campaign reports filed for BB candidates By Amy V.T. Moriarty Islander Reporter

It’s easy to know when autumn begins, even in Florida — the scent of pumpkin-spice is in the air and campaign signs spring from the ground like daisies. In Bradenton Beach, there are only two candidates vying for voters’ attention this election season: incumbent Mayor John Chappie and challenger David Galuszka. If elected, Chappie would serve his third and final two-year term as mayor in this round in accordance with city-set term limits. He also served as mayor 2001-07, when term limits prevented another run in 2007. Galuszka, a 20-year U.S. Air Force veteran, doesn’t want to wait a year for Chappie to term out of office and has qualified for the ballot. As of a Sept. 10 filing deadline with the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections office, Chappie leads the race for campaign money with $2,050. Galuszka is behind in dollars with $1,395 in contributions, but overall, has nearly 75% more contributors. A look at the reports show Chappie has more highdollar contributors. Along with Chappie’s four contributors and Galuszka’s 19, each candidate has pumped money to his own campaign. When the one-week candidate qualifying period concluded Aug. 27, campaign finance filings were required bi-weekly. As of Oct. 1, they will be required weekly, SOE chief deputy Sharon Stief told The Islander Sept. 24. Candidates have 90 days after the election to close out their campaign accounts and use remaining funds to pay invoices or distribute to charities, Stief said. Voting officially began Sept. 24 with mail-in ballots sent to applicants. The deadline to vote by mail is 10 days before the Nov. 2 election, according to the SOE website, votemanatee.gov. Mail-in ballots can be requested online at votemanatee.com or by calling the SOE at 941-741-3823. More at islander.org For more on donors and spending, go to Bradenton Beach election online at islander.org.

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Wanted: AM residents willing to serve on city commission By amy V.t. moriarty islander reporter

Only two candidates stepped up to fill three open commission seats in Anna Maria. Those two candidates are incumbents Carol Carter and Jonathan Crane and they’re automatically reelected to two-year terms on the dais. Crane and Carter also are the only sitting commissioners elected to their posts, as the other three at the dais — Doug Copeland, Deanie Sebring and Mark Short — were appointed. “I’d love to see us get more people interested in serving on the commission. I’m just not sure how we do that,” Crane said at a Sept. 23 commission meeting hb candidates continued from Page 4

and the city police pension board. Monetti’s campaign has received $200, including $100 from himself and $100 from Sandra Haas-Martens, a former commissioner. A $76.90 charge for filing fees was the only expenditure reported by Monetti, who has lived in the city for 16 years and prior to being elected commissioner, served on the planning commission. There were 2,768 registered voters in Holmes Beach as of Sept. 23, according to the SEO. Voting began Sept. 24, as mail-in voting ballots were sent to applicants. Mail-in ballots can be requested via phone at 941741-3823 or online at votemanatee.com. For more on donors and spending by the candidates, go to Holmes Beach election online at islander. org.

Meetings

Anna Maria City Oct. 14, 2 p.m., commission. Oct. 18, 2:30 p.m., planning. Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 941708-6130, cityofannamaria.com. Bradenton Beach Oct. 6, 9 a.m., CIP. Oct. 6, 9:30 a.m., CRA. Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., 941-778-1005, cityofbradentonbeach.com. Holmes Beach Oct. 6, 10 a.m., parks and beautification. Oct. 6, 5 p.m., planning. Oct. 12, 5 p.m., commission. Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 941-708-5800, holmesbeachfl.org. Manatee County Oct. 6, 1 p.m., commission (workshop). Oct. 7, 9 a.m., commission (land use).

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at Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive. Copeland, a former commissioner who also served the city on the planning board, was appointed in July when Joe Muscatello, appointed in carter 2019, vacated his seat to move out of state. Copeland was the only applicant. Now, with another uncontested election Nov. 2, the commission must appoint another member. Commissioners unanimously approved Mayor Dan Murphy’s crane request to open the application period for the seat Oct. 1 and accept applications through the month. The commissioners plan to interview candidates at a 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17, meeting. Commissioners at the meeting also unanimously backed a resolution detailing the procedure for use and accounting of $882,504 allocated to the city by the U.S. Department of Treasury as part of a federal coronavirus relief package — the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. City attorney Becky Vose said the purpose of the resolution is to have a directive regarding the funds in the event of an audit. Sebring motioned to approve the resolution and Crane seconded. Murphy said the funds will be received and logged in the city’s ledger in early October as revenue for the 2021-22 fiscal year that begins Oct. 1. Oct. 12, 8:30 a.m., commission. Oct. 13, 1 p.m., commission (workshop). Oct. 19, 9 a.m., commission. County administration building, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, 941-748-4501, mymanatee. org. West Manatee Fire Rescue None announced. WMFR administration building, 701 63rd St. W., Bradenton, 941-761-1555, wmfr.org. Also of interest Oct. 18, 9 a.m., Manatee County Tourist Development Council, county administration building. Oct. 25, 2 p.m., Island Transportation Planning Organization, Holmes Beach City Hall. Nov. 2, Election Day. Nov. 11, Veterans Day, most government offices will be closed. Nov. 25, Thanksgiving, most government offices will be closed, and also on Nov. 26. — Lisa neff

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“I want to thank Uncle Sam for this,” Murphy said. In other matters … • Commissioners unanimously approved a contract with Charles Abbott and Associates for an interim building official. With that approval, the commission unanimously approved the appointment of David Gilson from Charles Abbott and Associates as the interim building official, replacing Luke Curtis, who resigned. “Mr. Gilson is a seasoned building official with a lot of experience,” Murphy said. Gilson has worked to catch up on a backlog of permits and other department matters, Murphy said. Crane noted he heard complimentary feedback regarding a backlogged permit request that was addressed by Gilson. • Both the second and fourth Thursday of November are federal holidays — Veterans Day, Nov. 11, and Thanksgiving, Nov. 25. With that in mind, commissioners unanimously voted to consolidate their November meetings to one at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17. For more information, call the clerk’s office at 941-708-6130.

Lane closures on gulf drive at the intersection at avenue c take place as a crew installs a sidewalk southward to ninth Street north. the project should wrap up later this year. islander Photo: amy moriarty

RoadWatch Eyes on the road

The Florida Department of Transportation posted the following notices: • State Road 789/Gulf Drive at intersection with Avenue C south to Ninth Street North in Bradenton Beach: Crews are replacing the east sidewalk with permeable pavers. Expect lane closures and flagging operations, as well as construction noise. The contractor is AF USA Construction Corp. The project is expected to be completed late this year. — Lisa neff

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Dear Holmes Beach: Here’s what I want. Here’s what you have to give me. Here’s what you get. Well, what the rogue county commissioner sent in his ransom letter to the Holmes Beach mayor is far more than a parking garage. With his stated goal to provide “fair and equal beach access to all residents of Manatee County,” Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge goes on to detail the terms of his proposal. His list details some common provisions that the county already provides — leaving us to wonder if he intends to “take away” some services — i.e, weekend trash pickup at beach accesses — if Holmes Beach officials don’t agree to his proposal. He’s also offering beach renourishment, a parking garage, a text app for visitors, additional beach patrols; a water taxi service, weekend parking at the elementary school, weekend/holiday park-and-ride trolley service at the Island Library, and a review of TDC funding for a city center improvement project. Wow. Some items are toxic. Illegal. Beyond the reach of county government. He goes on with demands from the city: • Reinstate pre-pandemic parking rules. • Repeal residential parking permits. • Allow use of churches for beach parking. • Provide dock space for water taxi service. And, finally, the city must agree to support all of the Van Ostenbridge parking initiatives. Will he ask us to give up the farm? But wait, the county claims ownership and provides management of the Manatee Public Beach — and Coquina Beach, too. Some of us still remember when the county removed — and promised to fund a new pier at the Manatee Beach — but ignored the citizens’ pleas. Now VO is demanding ransom. But the county tourist tax dollars contribute only a small amount to the state and federal dollars for beach renourishment and, no beach, no tourists — the engine that drives the county economy. He clearly hasn’t thought that through. And a parking garage at the beach is like putting slime on a tiara. The beaches are the jewels of Manatee County. Just picture it. A three-story garage where now you only have to drive by to see the Gulf of Mexico and the flag waving on the lifeguard stand. But there’s home rule. And for those who call the Manatee Beach “their beach,” maybe the answer is NO. No to VO’s demands. NO parking garage. — Bonner Joy, news@islander.org

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On the Islander’s Facebook page, in response to a Sept. 22 news story about island elected officials seeking to address problems with low-speed vehicles, the following comments were posted: I’m a big supporter of living life on “island time” but it’s ridiculous to have a golf cart going 17 mph on Gulf Drive, where the speed limit is 35 mph. A person with common sense would stick to side streets when possible and pull off the road to let cars go by. But common sense isn’t all that common. So it’s time to regulate. Gash Caudill, Bradenton When was the last time you were able to go 35 on the island? Just curious? And also, are you against people who live full-time on the island having golf carts? If so, sorry not getting rid of ours. Julie Kane, Bradenton Beach Don’t allow them. Shawn Sheeler, Bradenton

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In the archives

There are a multitude of reasons for traffic backups on our two-lane island. Getting on the island, getting off the island at certain times, school zone, garbage Islander archive 24/7 Some years ago, The trucks, the trolley, someone trying to turn left, crossIslander was invited to walks. Get the picture? Plan for it. Leave early. Expect take part in a pilot projit. Adapt. ect with the University Kathy Manning, Anna Maria of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries. We Have your say donated our collection of printed newspapers beginSubmit letters to the editor to news@islander. ning with the first edition org. Letters must include name, address and a conin 1992. It took some time, but it’s all maintained on tact phone number. the library site, searchable by key word, name or date. Look for Islander in at the UofF Florida digital newsVisit islander.org for the best news on AmI. paper collection at ufdc.ufl.edu.

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10&20 years ago

In the Sept. 27, 2001, issue

Polling on policing anna maria voters cast ballots at city hall in a July 1977 referendum on policing. they were deciding whether to contract with the manatee county Sheriff’s office, create an islandwide police department or maintain a city law enforcement department. islander Photos: courtesy manatee county Public Library System

Keep clear a sign warns of construction at the anna maria city Pier in august 1974. the historic pier underwent a number of renovations and improvements. the pier, damaged by Hurricane irma in September 2017, was demolished and replaced with the current structure.

• Anna Maria Commissioner Tom Skoloda called for the removal of Mayor Gary Deffenbaugh, claiming the mayor mishandled repairs to the city pier damaged by TS Gabrielle. • No qualified applicants applied to run for election to the Holmes Beach Charter Review Committee. City attorney Patricia Petruff said the commission could either do nothing or appoint citizens to serve. • Anna Maria city attorney Jim Dye told commissioners parking fines might be illegal and parking could be allowed anywhere in the city because sign placement must be done by ordinance. He said he found no record of any parking ordinance.

In the Sept. 28, 2011, issue

• “Oh my gosh, a shark bit me!” Charles C.J. Wickersham yelled to his friends from the water, where their boat was anchored in the Gulf of Mexico, while diving and spearfishing on a weekend afternoon. The bite was deep enough to expose the thigh bone and the wound measured about 14 inches from knee to hip. Friends rescued Wickersham from the water and raced the boat to the island to meet paramedics. • Florida authorities arrested William Gary Hurst for allegedly killing his wife in 1982. The body of Amy Hurst of New Port Richey was found floating in the Gulf about 25 miles off the coast of Anna Maria Island. • Anna Maria Mayor Mike Selby signed the papers to purchase the six vacant lots across from the Anna Maria City Pier parking lot. The city paid $2.8 million for the property. — Lisa neff

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Cops & Courts

Valrico woman arrested for DUI in HB

Judge gives Jacksonville man probation for DUI arrest Judge Heather Doyle of the 12th Judicial Circuit Court ordered at a pretrial conference the withholding of adjudication on a second-degree misdemeanor charge for alcohol-related reckless driving against Jacksonville resident Nicholas McCutcheon. Doyle placed McCutcheon, 23, on probation for a year and immobilized his vehicle for 10 days, according to forms filed Aug. 24 with the Manatee County Clerk of Court and made public Sept. 13-14. The case began when Holmes Beach police arrested McCutcheon after he allegedly failed field sobriety tests during a March 20 traffic stop. McCutcheon was transported to the Holmes Beach Police Department, where he performed two Breath-

alyzer tests that returned results of 0.170 and 0.173 blood/alcohol content. The legal blood/alcohol content limit for driving under the influence is 0.08 in Florida. McCutcheon was jailed and released the next day after posting a $120 bond. Prosecutors initially charged McCutcheon with a second-degree misdemeanor for driving under the influence of alcohol, to which he pleaded not guilty. However, the charge was revised to alcohol-related reckless driving, to which McCutcheon pleaded no contest. — ryan Paice

Bradenton man arrested in HB for burglary with battery

public as of Sept. 23. Conviction for a first-degree felony can carry up Holmes Beach police officers arrested Bradenton to 30 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. resident Aaron Williams, 29, Sept. 21 on a first-degree felony charge for burglary with battery. An officer was dispatched to a report of a battery Staff reports and arrived to find a man arguing with a woman outIsland police reports side a residence in the 300 block of 72nd Street. The man, identified as Williams, had bloodshot Anna Maria eyes and slurred speech, according to the police Sept. 3, 500 block of Pine Avenue, larceny. The report. Manatee County Sheriff’s Office dispatched a deputy Williams told the officer he previously lived at the for the reported theft of an inflatable paddleboard — residence and was there to take his things and leave. valued at $500 — from a dock behind an apartment. The woman told the officer Williams battered her Sept. 4, 700 block of North Shore Drive, noise. brother, who later spoke with the officer and said Wil- The MCSO answered a 1:44 a.m. complaint of loud liams entered the residence unannounced and without music. The deputy issued a citation for violation of the permission, and struck him several times to provoke noise ordinance. a fight. Sept. 5, 200 block of South Bay Boulevard, noise. The man wanted to press charges against Williams The MCSO answered a 12:18 a.m. call reporting a and provided an affidavit. loud party with a DJ. The deputy issued two citations No additional information was available to the for violation of the noise ordinance, one each to the By ryan Paice islander reporter

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Holmes Beach police officers arrested Valrico resident Chantell Preziosi, 48, Sept. 19 on a second-degree misdemeanor charge for driving under the influence of alcohol. An officer saw a vehicle traveling the wrong way in a one-way exit from the Manatee Public Beach. The officer stopped the motorist, identified as Preziosi, who had bloodshot eyes and slurred speech, as well as an open beer bottle in the cupholder, according to the police report. The officer asked Preziosi to perform field sobriety tests, but she refused. He arrested Preziosi and transported her to the Holmes Beach Police Department, where she refused to provide breath samples. The officer transported Preziosi to the Manatee County jail, where she was released Sept. 19 after posting $120 bond. Conviction for a second-degree misdemeanor can result in up to 60 days in jail, six months of probation and a maximum fine of $500. An arraignment will be at 8:55 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, at the Manatee County Judicial Center, 1051 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. — ryan Paice

residents of the two properties where the party was taking place. The MCSO polices Anna Maria. Bradenton Beach Sept. 12, 100 block of Bridge Street, domestic disturbance. The Bradenton Beach Police Department dispatched an officer on complaints of two people arguing. Both people had called 911, one to report being locked out of a hotel room and the other to report locking the person out. The officer determined both were intoxicated. The couple agreed one person would get a separate hotel room. The officer supplied both people with a victim’s rights packet. Sept. 13, Circle K, 2513 Gulf Drive N., trespass. The BBPD responded to the Circle K, where a manager reported a customer became unruly after being told the price of an item. The customer threw the item on the counter and began yelling, went outside and addressed an off-duty BBPD officer, who was fueling his cruiser at a gas pump. When the on-duty officer arrived, the person was issued a trespass notice and barred from the property for a year. Sept. 13, 100 block of Bridge Street, warrant. PLeaSe, See streetLiFe, neXt Page

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Cape Coral man arrested for marijuana, concealed weapon Holmes Beach police officers arrested Cape Coral resident Cody Scena, 34, Sept. 15 on two third-degree felony charges for possessing marijuana and a concealed firearm. Scena also was charged with a first-degree misdemeanor for possessing drug paraphernalia and given a citation for speeding. An officer saw a truck traveling faster than the speed limit and activated his radar, tracking the vehicle at 63 mph in a 35-mph zone and stopped the motorist, identified as Scena — and reported the smell of marijuana emanating from inside the cab. Scena admitted to possessing marijuana without a medical license, as well as a firearm under his seat,

according to the police report. The officer searched the vehicle and found several bags containing marijuana, as well as three glass pipes and a loaded pistol. The officer seized the items, arrested Scena and transported him to the Manatee County jail, where he was released Sept. 17 after posting $3,500 bond. Conviction on a third-degree felony is punishable with up to five years in prison, five years of probation and a $5,000 fine. An arraignment will be at 9 a.m. Friday, Oct. 8, at the Manatee County Judicial Center, 1051 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. — ryan Paice

STREETLIFE continued from Page 8

While on patrol, a BBPD officer saw a man stumbling on the sidewalk and wearing only “a pair of shorts that were inside out with his butt fully exposed.” The officer stopped to make sure the man was OK. The officer determined the man was intoxicated and, on finding a Manatee County warrant for contempt of court/failure to respond to summons, the man was transferred to county law enforcement custody. The BBPD polices Bradenton Beach. Cortez No new reports due to Manatee County Sheriff’s Office records system maintenance. The MCSO polices Cortez. Holmes Beach Sept. 14, 4700 block of Gulf Drive, recovered vehicle. A person called the Holmes Beach Police Department to report a U-Haul vehicle partially parked in Gulf Drive. An officer responded and found the vehicle to be stolen out of Nashville, Tennessee. The officer contacted U-Haul. Sept. 15, 6500 block of Flotilla Drive, identity theft. A person called the HBPD to report that he clicked on an emailed link that allowed someone to steal his personal information. The person provided a statement.

Sept. 16, 8000 block of Marina Isles, identity theft. A person visited the HBPD to report someone used her Social Security number to file for unemployment. She provided a statement. Sept. 18, CVS Pharmacy, 611 Manatee Ave., shoplifting. A manager called the HBPD to report he saw a man steal multiple items while another man tried to distract the manager. An officer recovered video from the Publix Super Market, where the suspect ran. Sept. 21, 3900 block of Sixth Avenue, paraphernalia. An officer saw a man with a flashlight riding a bicycle behind businesses at night. The officer stopped the man, who was carrying a bike frame on his bike’s handlebars, and took the frame for safekeeping. The man’s friend arrived and the officer searched her, finding a marijuana pipe. The officer issued a court summons. Sept. 21, 4800 block of Second Avenue, underage driver. An officer saw a teenager driving a golf cart with an adult assisting. The officer stopped the vehicle and confirmed the driver’s age, 12, and issued the adult a court summons. HBPD polices Holmes Beach. Streetlife is based on incident reports and narratives from the BBPD, HBPD and MCSO.

HB adopts ‘plainly audible’ noise ordinance By ryan Paice islander reporter

The city of Holmes Beach is cracking down on noise violations. City commissioners voted 4-1 Sept. 15 to approve on final reading a noise ordinance containing a “plainly audible” clause that deems noise in violation of city code if it is plainly audible to a police officer within 100 feet of the violating property. Commissioner Kim Rash voted “no,” arguing for a 50-foot distance from a property for officers to determine violations that a resident proposed during public comment. Rash said other cities in the state had implemented stricter measurement distances than 100 feet for their own plainly audible noise ordinances. Holmes Beach Police Chief Bill Tokajer said many of those municipalities had 50-foot measurements to determine violations regarding amplified music, whereas the proposed ordinance deemed all plainly audible noise in violation. He added that other municipalities with similar rules exempted normal conversations or the unamplified human voice. Erica Augello, the city’s code compliance attorney, said the 100-foot measurement distance for plainly audible noise ordinances held up best when challenged in court. Commissioner Carol Soustek said she’d like to keep the 100-foot distance instead of implementing a “shaky” policy that could crumble when challenged in court. The commission was to meet at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 28, at city hall, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

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The Islander Calendar ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

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“Battles of the Boneless” exhibit, the Bishop Museum of Science and ON aMI Nature, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-746-4131. Wednesday, Oct. 6 through august 2022, “Seeing the Invisible” augmented reality 1:15 p.m. — Beginner ukulele exhibit, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 1534 Mound St., Sarasota. instruction, Island Library, 5701 Marina Fee applies. Information: 941-366-5731. drive, holmes Beach. Registration: through Oct. 10, “Women in Print” exhibit, John and Mable mymanatee.org/library. Information: Ringling Museum of art, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota. Fee 941-778-6341. applies. Information: 941-359-5700. ONGOING ON aMI through Jan. 16, 2022, “Prints, Ceramics and Glass from Japan,” John and Mable Ringling Museum of art, 5401 Bay Shore throughout September, “Live Colorfully” membership exhibit, Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf drive, holmes Beach. Information: Road, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-359-5700. 941-778-6648. ahead OFF aMI throughout September, “Life at the Beach,” artists’ Guild Oct. 9-Nov. 28, Selby Gardens’ annual orchid show, SaraGallery, 5414 Marina drive, holmes Beach. Information: 941-778sota. 6694. Oct. 13, Off Stage Ladies begin meeting, Bradenton. throughout October, “Feathers” exhibit featuring artwork by Oct. 15, Ringling’s Noche Cubano dance Party, Sarasota. Jim Wheeler, Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf drive, holmes Beach. Oct. 14-31, Manatee Players’ “Mamma Mia!,” Bradenton. Information: 941-778-6648. Oct. 23, Florida Maritime Museum/Cortez Cultural Center throughout October, “art on 10 x 10 Cradleboard” exhibit, artists’ Guild Gallery, 5414 Marina drive, holmes Beach. Information: Cortez Nautical Flea Market, Cortez. Nov. 13, anna Maria Island Privateers Black tie Fundraising 941-778-6694. Gala, Bradenton. ahead ON aMI dec. 3-5, Bradenton Blues Fest, Bradenton. Oct. 8, artists’ Guild Gallery grand reopening, holmes Beach. Oct. 15, anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce Bayfest kickoff, anna Maria. Oct. 16, anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce Bayfest, anna Maria. Nov. 12, anna Maria Island historical Society Ice Cream Social, anna Maria. Nov. 4-14, Island Players’ “Same time, Next Year,” anna Maria. Nov. 13, anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra’s “Symphony on the Sand,” Bradenton Beach. CANCELED Nov. 17, Island Players audition for “Blithe Spirit,” anna Maria. dec. 10, holiday Walk of treasures open houses and holiday Carols in the Park, anna Maria. ONGOING OFF aMI First Fridays, 6-9:30 p.m., village of the arts First Fridays artwalk, 12th Street West and 12th avenue West, Bradenton. Information: www.villageofthearts.com. Saturdays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Bradenton Farmers Market, Main Street, downtown Bradenton. Information: 941-301-8445. Second and fourth Saturdays, noon-2 p.m., Music on the Porch jam session, presented by the Florida Maritime Museum and Cortez Cultural Center, outdoors, 4415 119th St. W., Cortez. Information: fmminfo@manateeclerk.

holmes Beach. Registration: mymanatee.org/library. Information: 941-778-6341. 2 p.m. — Sunshine Stitchers Knit and Crochet, Island Library, 5701 Marina drive, holmes Beach. Registration: mymanatee.org/ library. Information: 941-778-6341. Friday, Oct. 1 11:30 a.m. — Mahjong Club, Island Library, 5701 Marina drive, holmes Beach. Registration: mymanatee.org/library. Information: 941-778-6341. Tuesday, Oct. 5. 11:30 a.m. — Mahjong Club, Island Library, 5701 Marina drive, holmes Beach. Registration: mymanatee.org/library. Information: 941-778-6341. ONGOING ON aMI Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., Kiwanis Club of anna Maria Island meeting, Gulf drive Cafe, 900 Gulf drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-7781383. ahead ON aMI

Oct. 12, ﬁrst Anna Maria Farmers Market in the Park of the season, anna Maria. Oct. 20, anna Maria Island Garden Club meeting, anna Maria. Nov. 11, veterans day Parade on Pine and recognition ceremony, anna Maria. KIDS & FAMILY Nov. 6, Keep Manatee Beautiful’s Manatee Public Beach cleanup, holmes Beach. ON aMI Nov. 17, anna Maria Island Garden Club Plant Sale, anna Friday, Oct. 1 Maria. 10 a.m. — 40 Carrots Partners in Play, Island Library, 5701 dec. 4, Keep Manatee Beautiful’s Coquina Beach cleanup, Marina drive, holmes Beach. Registration: mymanatee.org/library. Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-6341. OFF aMI ahead ON aMI Saturday, Oct. 2 Dec. 28, ﬁrst Movies in the Park of the season, Anna Maria. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. — Master Gardener Plant Fair, UF/IFaS extension Manatee County, 1303 17th St. W. Palmetto. Registration ONGOING OFF aMI required via eventBrite. Information: 941-722-4524. First Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m., “Soar in 4 Family Night, the Tuesday, Oct. 5 Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, 201 10th St. W., Braden3 p.m. — “hamilton: how ton. Fee applies. Information: soarin4.org, 941-746-4131. the Musical Remixes american Saturdays and Sundays, 3 p.m., tales Under the tree, the history,” Ringling College LifeBishop Museum of Science and Nature, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton. long Learning Institute lectures, Fee applies. Information: 941-746-4131. the Paradise Center on Longboat Key, 546 Bay Isles Road, Longboat Key. Fee applies. Informaahead OFF aMI tion: 941-383-6493. dec. 4, Florida Maritime Museum’s Christmas in Cortez, ONGOING OFF aMI Cortez. Wednesdays, 3 p.m., the Longboat Key Paradise Center for healthy Living “Grieve Not alone: Peer Support Group,” 546 Bay Isles Road, Longboat Key. Information: 941-383-6493. ON aMI tuesdays, noon, Rotary Club of anna Maria Island lunch meeting, Compass hotel by Margaritaville, 12324 Manatee ave. Thursday, Sept. 30 PLeaSe, See caLendar, neXt Page 10 a.m. — Seaside Quilters, Island Library, 5701 Marina drive,

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‘Cradleboard’ exhibit at Artists’ Guild Gallery

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Island Gallery West features ‘Feathers’ exhibit

Artist Jim Wheeler will show his work in “Feathers” at Island Gallery West, the coop’s featured exhibit in October. The exhibit features photographs enhanced — digitally or manually — with acrylic overpainting. Wheeler, originally from Chicago, moved to Florida about 23 years ago. He chose “Feathers” as his exhibit Wheeler theme because “of his love for birds of all kinds. Bird pictures have always dominated his work and he finds them to be a part of the beauty of nature.” Wheeler will be at the gallery, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 8, to greet visitors. For more information, go online to www.islandgallerywest.com or call 941-778-6648. caLendar from Page 10 W., Perico Island. Second tuesdays at 5 p.m. Information: 941-9202505.

The Artists’ Guild Gallery will feature the exhibit “Art on 10x10 Cradleboard” throughout October. The art mounted on cradleboard will be sold for fundraising in October and November. The gallery is operated by the Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island, a nonprofit that exhibits member artists at the gallery as well as promotes arts education. The gallery is at 5414 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. For more, call the gallery at 941- 778-6694.

Kiwanis hosting speakers

The Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island is arranging a fall schedule, with weekly in-person meetings at 8:30 a.m. Saturdays at the Gulf Drive Cafe, 900 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. The group will hear from John Campora, a financial adviser based in Holmes Beach with Edwards Jones, Oct. 2. Also, Sue LaMastro of SHINE—Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders — will address the club Oct. 23. Meanwhile, club members are welcoming recommendations for other speakers. For more information, call Sandy Haas-Martens at 941-778-1383. 2626, mrbradway@gmail.com. ahead ON aMI

Lectures return in October to Paradise Center LBK

Learning is on center stage at the Paradise Center on Longboat Key. In October, the nonprofit will host several lectures presented by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, a division of the Ringling College Continuing Studies Department. The lecturers will be based at the Ringling College and, because several are to be broadcast via Zoom, they will be screened at the Paradise Center. The schedule includes: • 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5, “Hamilton: How the Musical Remixes American History,” with Richard Bell, including discussion about the show streaming on a Disney service and returning to Broadway. • 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, “The Cigar Industry and How it Changed Florida,” with Josh Goodman, including discussion about the cigar industry economy and its impacts on Tampa, Miami, Jacksonville and Tallahassee. • 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20, “Florida and the Dawning of the Space Age,” with Josh Goodman on the development of Cape Canaveral and the surrounding area for missile testing and then spaceflight operations. The fee to attend the programs at the center is $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers. Reservations are not required. The center is at 546 Bay Isles Road, Longboat Key. For more information, call the center at 941383-6493.

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Nov. 7, Manatee County Audubon Society ﬁeld trip to Bean Oct. 8, Keep Manatee Beautiful’s “Fore the environment” CharPoint, anna Maria. ity Golf, Bradenton. ahead OFF aMI Dec. 11, Manatee County Audubon Society ﬁeld trip to Perico Oct. 23, Oct. 30, Nov. 27, Perico Preserve tours, Perico Island. Oct. 16, Paradise Center of Longboat Key’s Making Strides Preserve, Perico Island. against Breast Cancer Walk, Longboat Key. ONGOING OFF aMI GOOD TO KNOW Nov. 12-13, Manatee River Garden Club Flower Show, BraSaturdays, 8 a.m., Robinson Runners running club, Robinson KeeP the dateS denton. Preserve expansion, 840 99th St. NW, Bradenton. Information: 941Sunday, Oct. 31, halloween. OUTDOORS & 742-5923, ext. 6047. Sunday, Nov. 7, daylight saving Saturdays, 9 a.m., Saturday Mornings at the NeSt nature SPORTS time ends. exploration, Robinson Preserve expansion, 840 99th St. NW, BraONGOING ON aMI thursday, Nov. 11, veterans day. denton. Information: 941-742-5923, ext. 6047. tuesday, dec. 21, winter solstice. Saturdays once a month, Manatee County audubon Society aMI dragon Boat team—Paddlers From Paradise practices Saturday, dec. 25, Christmas and meetups, various times and locations. Information: 941-462- workday, Felts Preserve, 4600 24th ave. e., Palmetto. Information: day. Friday, dec. 31, New Year’s eve.

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It’s time to contrive your costume! Anna Maria Elementary School’s fall costume parade and festival is back for 2021 after a 2020 break due to the coronavirus pandemic. Students will parade to the community center in Anna Maria for costume judging and the festival. Anna Maria commissioners unanimously voted Sept. 23 to approve a consent agenda including a staffrecommended special event permit for the festival — canceled last year — at the Center of Anna Maria Island. The event will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, with the costume parade launching on foot from City Pier Park, 101 N. Bay Blvd., and ending just a few blocks away at the center, 407 Magnolia Ave., both in Anna Maria. AME parent-teacher organization secretary Kari Kennedy, the listed applicant on the permit, told The Islander Sept. 24 that Holmes Beach Police Chief Bill

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Tokajer would lead the parade. At the center, PTO volunteers will announce costume winners before opening the facility for indoor and outdoor activities, including craft and game booths hosted by each AME classroom, music, food and refreshments. Kennedy said the event would feature a “carnival atmosphere” and, thus far, it’s been generating a lot of excitement. “We’re coming back and we’re trying to go a little bit above and beyond this year since we missed out last year,” she said. “Everybody is excited. …I can’t tell you the number of phone calls and emails we’ve gotten from people wanting to volunteer and help.” Kennedy said masks won’t be required outdoors but a discussion still needed to be held regarding safety measures indoors, including about masks and social distancing. “I will be talking with (AME principal Michael) Masiello and with the center to come up with something that is acceptable for everybody,” she said. The event will end around 8 p.m. and is projected to draw around 200 people, according to the permit application. People can learn more by calling AME at 941-7085525. To become a sponsor for the festival activities, go the PTO website at amepto.org.

AME Calendar

• Oct. 7, end of quarter. • Oct. 8, record day, no school. • Oct. 11, 3:30 p.m., PTO board meeting. • Oct. 13, picture retakes. • Oct. 23, 4-8 p.m., Fall Festival (tentatively scheduled at the Center of anna Maria Island, 407 Magnolia ave., anna Maria). • Nov. 8, 3:30 p.m., PTO second quarter general membership meeting. • Nov. 11, Veterans Day, no school. From: Kirk Reed Kirk@crossﬁtannamaria.com Subject: Ad • Nov. 18, 3:45 p.m., SAC virtual meeting. Date: September 22, 2021 at 2:57 PM To: Toni toni@islander.org • Nov. 22-26, Thanksgiving break. You can read anna Maria elementary is at 4700 Gulf drive, holmes Toni, it Hiall online at Beach.for the ad. Not sure if this is the format you need, so Here is what we were thinking let me know. Thanks. For more information, call the school at 941-708-5525. islander.org

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Gathering

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Looking for a bargain? Roser Memorial Community Church will hold a yard sale Saturday, Oct. 9, outside the thrift store, 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. The sale will be 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and include household items, furniture and appliances, as well as apparel and many other items. Sales support the remodeling and also guild schol- craig ramberger, in the choir loft, and Brandon Kouri, at the organ, lead musical worship at roser church. arships and missions. For more information, call the church office at Church seeks choir 941-778-0414.

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As it prepares for Christmas performances, Roser Memorial Community Church is inviting people to join the cantata choir, which rehearses at 6:45 p.m. Thursdays in the sanctuary, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. The production, “Sing Joy to All the World” by Lloyd Larson, will be performed at 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. worship services Sunday, Dec. 19. Roser director of music ministries Craig Ramberger and associate director Brandon Kouri, with the church since 2019, issued the call for choir members. There was no Christmas cantata performance in 2020 due to the pandemic. For more information, call the church at 941781-0414, People also can email Ramberger at craig@ roserchurch.com and can indicate their vocal style.

The Rev. Dirk Rodgers of Roser Memorial Community Church will lead religious studies in October. The course is “Facing Tough Questions in a Divided World” and it will be held Mondays at 10 a.m. at the pastor’s home, 2 p.m. at the church hall at 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, and at 7 p.m. on Zoom. A news release described the program: “As followers of Jesus, we walk on a challenging road, extending love and grace on one side, while remaining faithful to God’s righteous commands on the other. As we face the divisive issues of our day, how do we remain within the pathway Jesus marks out for us?” To register, go online to roserchurch.com. For more information, call 941-778-0414.

Obituary

the rev. dirk rodgers, pastor at roser church, will teach a religion class in october. islander courtesy Theodore H. “Ted” Geeraerts, 72, of Holmes Photos

Theodore H. ‘Ted’ Geeraerts Beach died Sept. 6.

He was born to Harold and Eleanor July 5, 1949, in Peoria, Illinois. He graduated from Richwood’s High School and Northland College in Wisconsin. He was a devoted husband and father. geeraerts His terrific sense of humor and clever wit never missed a day. He was always present to support family, friends and everyone around him and he will be loved and deeply missed by many. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. Mr. Geeraerts is survived by his wife Kathy (Tobin); children, Lindsey Patterson and husband Mike, Zack and Sage; grandchildren Finn and Hayes Patterson; sister Jodean Sarins and husband Juris; and several nieces and nephews.

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Obituaries are offered as a community service to residents and families of residents, both past and present, as well as to those people with ties to the island. Submit to news@islander.org. Obituaries are provided free — a service of your community newspaper. Paid obituaries can be discussed with advertising consultant Toni Lyon at 941-778-7978.

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Monday-Friday Wednesdays, 6:45 p.m., CrossPointe Fellowship Wednesday 8:30 a.m. — St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. harbor drive, Night Blast. holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-4769. thursdays, 7 p.m., Roser Church chancel choir rehearsals. Thursdays Thursdays, 9:30 a.m., Roser Church Roser Robics ﬁtness. 9:30 a.m. — episcopal Church of the annunciation, 4408 Gulf Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m., Roser Church Roser Robics ﬁtness. drive, holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1638. SAVE THE DATES Saturdays Oct. 9, Roser thrift Store sale. 4 p.m. — St. Bernard Catholic Church. Oct. 30, eCa potluck supper. Sundays Nov. 6, Roser Memorial Community Church holiday Craft 8 a.m. — episcopal Church of the annunciation. Fair. 8:30 a.m. — St. Bernard Catholic Church. Nov. 28, hanukkah begins. 8:30 a.m. — Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine dec. 4, eCa holly Berry Bazaar. ave., anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414. dec. 6, hanukkah ends. 9 a.m. — CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf drive, holmes dec. 12, Roser Church blood drive. Beach. Information: 941-778-0719. dec. 24, Christmas eve. 9:15 a.m. — harvey Memorial Community Church, 300 Church dec. 25, Christmas day. ave., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-779-1912. Please, send notices to calendar@islander.org. 9:45 a.m. — episcopal Church of the annunciation. 9:30 a.m. — Gloria dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina drive. holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1813. Gathering 10 a.m. — Roser Church. Gathering is the religion page for The Islander. 10 a.m. — Christ Church of Longboat Key Presbyterian USa, We welcome news from local places of worship, 6400 Gulf of Mexico drive, Longboat Key. Information: 941-900as well as photos. We also welcome listings for the 4903. Tidings calendar. 10 a.m. — Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico drive, Please, submit to news@islander.org and calLongboat Key. Information: 941-383-6491. endar@islander.org. 10:30 a.m. — St. Bernard.

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• Ministry of Presence Inc. seeks medications and monetary donations to aid earthquake victims in Haiti. The MoP is shipping a container-load weekly. Donations to The Islander, 315 58th St., Suite J, Holmes Beach, or mail to MoP, P.O. Box 770, Oneco, FL 34264. • Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce seeks volunteers and sponsors for Bayfest in Anna Maria Oct. 15-16, as well as greeters in the chamber office. Information: 941-778-1541. • Senior Adventurers group seeks events coordinators and a van driver for Friday outings. Information: 941-447-5076 • Moonracer Animal Rescue seeks volunteers to offer foster and forever homes for rescued animals. Information: 941-345-2441. • The Roser Food Bank seeks donations. Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, administers the pantry, supported by All Island Denominations. Information: 941-778-0414. • Keep Manatee Beautiful seeks volunteers for cleanups and other efforts. Info: 941-795-8272.

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Signs, signs, everywhere a sign Signage greets beachgoers as they step on the sand at the manatee Public Beach, with a notice for beach wheelchair availability, manatee county pandemic guidelines and beach rules, and a rip current warning placard. islander Photo: Bonner Joy

Golf events benefit nonprofits

Keep Manatee Beautiful is registering players for “Fore the Environment,” its annual fundraising golf tournament at Rosedale Golf and Country Club. The tournament will start with registration at 7 a.m. Friday, Oct. 8, at the club, 5100 87th St. E., Bradenton. The entry fee is $150 per person or $500 per fourperson team, including lunch and awards program at 12:30 p.m. Prizes include a new car for a hole in one. — Lisa neff KMB also is selling sponsorships for the event, the nonprofit’s first fundraising event in two years due to Submit listings the pandemic. The Islander welcomes listings for GoodDeeds at For more information, call the office at 941-795calendar@islander.org. 8272 or go online to manateebeautiful.com. Moonracer No Kill Animal Rescue is putting on a “Golf Goes to the Dogs!” tourney with awards and Milestones luncheon at Terra Ceia Bay Golf and Tennis Club in The Islander welcomes photographs and Palmetto. Organizers are seeking sponsors and prize notices of milestones. Submit announcements donations for the fundraiser. and photographs to news@islander.org. Registration is online at dixongives.com/moonracer. EAT IN Established Golf for the dogs will begin with registration at 1952 DINE OUT 7:30 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 23. For more, call Toni Lyon at 941-928-8735. T A E GR FROSTED S R E G R U B MUGS 1 VOTED # VOTED # 1

• The Roser Food Bank welcomes applicants who live and/or work on Anna Maria Island for food assistance, Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414. • AID offers help to those who live on the island, go to church on the island, attend school on the island and work on the island. Information: 941-725-2433.

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nesting notes By Samara Paice

Under 50 sea turtle nests left to hatch on AMI

And soon there will be none. With less than 50 sea turtle nests remaining on the shore, the volunteers who monitor the nesting season celebrate each successful clutch. On Sept. 22, Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch and Shorebird Monitoring volunteers excavated a loggerhead sea turtle nest near the 1900 block of Gulf Drive North in Bradenton Beach. The clutch produced 78 hatched eggs and one unhatched egg. The average sea turtle hatch year to date is 70, so this is considered a good count. The season runs through October and began in May. The volunteers will continue monitoring on the shore until the rest of the nests hatch or exceed the period required to hatch, at which time they will be excavated. The potential for unhatched nests is a concern due to the time nests spent under water during storms. Sea turtle eggs can survive at least four hours under water and their survival rate decreases as the embryo grows, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Research Institute.

as of Sept. 26, amitW had identified 421 nests, 556 false crawls and 217 hatched nests on ami.

amitW volunteers Kathy marshall and Hans duerr excavate a loggerhead nest Sept. 22 near the 1900 block of gulf drive north in Bradenton Beach. for information about amitW, go online to islandturtlewatch.com or call director Suzi fox at 941-2321405. islander Photos: Samara Paice

In other news, large human-made holes continue to present potential hazards to sea turtle hatchlings as they make their way to the Gulf of Mexico, according to the volunteers. A sizable hole, seemingly formed when a sand sculpture was built, was discovered Sept. 22 in the 1900 block of Gulf Drive North in Bradenton Beach. Turtle hatchlings are about 2 inches long and the clutch works together to dig their way out of a 2-footdeep nest. The turtles then travel across the beach to the water. So holes, furniture, trash and towels — any obstacle — can impede their efforts, sometimes resulting in death due to dehydration. AMITW stresses the importance of beachgoers filling holes and taking everything from the shore — trash and all — when leaving. T-Shirts $10 @ The Islander, 315 58th St., HB.

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She saw flocks of Canada geese flying overhead. Then she noticed fewer warblers in the backyard. And my mom knew it was time to purchase a ticket on her flight south, planning a mid-October departure from Illinois for Florida. You can’t tell from the temperatures on AMI, but you can tell neff from the calendar and an uptick in the number of songbirds that the fall migration is underway. The leaders of nonprofit groups on the island sense the change, as they’re ramping up programs and events to cater to seasonal residents just beginning to flock to the island. Birders sense the change, finding more blue-gray gnat catchers populating Leffis Key this month than last. And who hasn’t noticed the European starlings crowding the branches at the top of the Norfolk Island pines? Still, we’re weeks from peak migration and the big arrival of orioles, grosbeaks and wood warblers, wrens, vireos, thrushes, buntings, hawks and eagles. One of the best resources for tracking migrations in the fall and spring is BirdCast, powered by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Colorado State University and University of Massachusetts-Amherst at birdcast. info. The site contains migration maps and analysis, providing forecasts for nocturnal migration three hours after sunset and updating them through the night, about every six hours. The color-coded maps show migration intensity — high, medium, low and none — while the fore-

casts provide estimates of the number of birds on the move. On Sept. 9, BirdCast predicted over half a billion birds would be flying during the three hours after sunset. Another big migratory push occurred Sept. 13 and again Sept. 21. Some of the birds traveling south will fly over Florida or stop in Florida while in route to even warmer regions. For others, Florida will be their winter destination. Leffis Key, located at Coquina Bayside and a stop

on the Great Florida Birding Trail, is good birding spot at any time of year but in the late fall or early winter, the county preserve is a birder’s paradise. On a summer day, dozens of species might be observed at Leffis Key. On a day in late fall, the species count might be 100 — or more. Other birding spots to chirp about include Neal and Perico preserves on Perico Island and Robinson Preserve in Northwest Bradenton. Happy fall, orioles. Hello, white pelicans. Welcome back, Mom. And happy season, islanders.

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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation ComWebinars related to the issue will be at 6 p.m. mission is holding webinars related to “conservation Wednesday, Sept. 29, and noon Monday, Oct. 11. measures and permitting guidelines” for some beachPeople also can comment by emailing the FWC at nesting birds found on Anna Maria Island. imperiled@myfwc.com. Under review are draft documents that contain For more information, including draft guidelines, overviews of the American oystercatcher, snowy go online to myfwc.com/shorebirds. Feds collecting comments on plover, least tern and black skimmer, as well as outline the permit process for incidental takes and “mitigation ‘incidental’ takes of eagles Migration monitors options.” Share your observations of the fall bird The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is taking public The commission will consider the draft guidelines migration with The Islander, as well as advice comments through Oct. 29 on the process for permitat a meeting in December. If adopted, they will be to the best birding spots in the area. Email Lisa ting incidental takes of eagles. incorporated into the Florida Imperiled Species ManNeff at lisa@islander.org. The Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act proagement Plan. hibits the harm and possession of both species and their parts, nests or eggs “except pursuant to federal regulations.” The Interior Department issues rules providing for permits to take eagles and nests for various purposes, but most often to make way for new infrastructure, energy development and construction. The FWS is taking public comment on the permit process, including comments about how long the BEST EF’FIN CORNED BEEF ON THE PLANET!!! permit process should take and cost. But the opportunity also exists to comment on the LIVE MUSIC! authorization of such permits. For more information or to comment, go online to www.regulations.gov. The docket number is FWSHQ-MB-2020-0023.

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Champions set in flag football, trophy awarded in horse shoes By Kevin P. Cassidy Islander Reporter

Football will peak in the coming week at the Center of Anna Maria Island with the championship matchup set in the adult league. The top two teams were set in semifinal action Sept. 23. First up, No. 5 seed TBT knocked off No. 1 We The Best Lending 28-22 to advance to the championship game. Cassidy Matt Briley threw for two touchdowns and caught one of his own, while also chipping in an extra point to lead the TBT offense. Brandon Kull also had a big game, passing for one touchdown, running for a touchdown and adding a touchdown catch for good measure. Zach Routh logged a touchdown reception for TBT, which also received a 2-point conversion from Donnie Deitch and an extra point from Jesse Kunc to complete the victory. We The Best Lending was led by Chase Richardson, who ran for two touchdowns and connected with Jonathan Soultatos for another TD. Soultatos also had a pair of 2-point conversions in the loss. The second semifinal matchup saw No. 2 Catalyst hold off No. 3 Ray’s Ramblings 14-6 to advance to the title game. Evelyn Long lead the way for Catalyst, finishing with five receptions, including two for TDS. Jon Moss and Brent Moss both finished with touchdown passes, while Jesse Skipper finished with three quarterback sacks on defense. Catalyst and TBT will face off for the championship at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30. The all-star game will follow at 8:30 p.m. on the center field.

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A patchy bloom of the red tide organism, Karenia brevis, persists along Florida’s Gulf coast and concentrations were detected in Manatee County the week ending Sept. 26. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission reported K. brevis was observed at background to medium concentrations in Manatee, as well as background to high concentrations in and offshore of Pinellas County, background concentrations offshore of Hillsborough County, background to medium concentrations in and offshore of Sarasota County, background concentrations in and offshore of Charlotte County and background to low concentrations in and offshore of Lee County. Fish kills suspected to be related to red tide were reported on the Gulf Coast in or offshore of Manatee, Pinellas, Sarasota and Lee counties. The FWC’s “fish kill database” indicated dead fish — the species were not identified — found in Holmes Beach Sept. 21 and Sept. 23. Respiratory irritation suspected to be related to red tide also was reported in Pinellas, Manatee and Lee counties. For more, go to myfwc.com/research/redtide. — Lisa Neff

Billy Silver shows off the winner’s trophy Sept. 25 after posting the only 3-0 record in pool play during horseshoe action at the Anna Maria City Hall pits. Islander Photo: Courtesy Jay Disbrow

Adult basketball action continues After four weeks of action in the adult basketball league at the center, Beach Bums is on top with a 4-1 record, just ahead of Moss Builders and Paddy Wagon — both 3-1. Slim’s Place and Solid Rock Construction follow with 2-2 records, while Sandbar Restaurant is 1-4 and Blue Lagoon is 0-4. Action Sept. 20 tipped off in the center gym with Moss Builders holding off Solid Rock Construction 35-33 behind 10 points from JB Shuck, 8 points from Jordan DeMers and 7 points from Jon Moss. Dom Otteni paced all scorers with 17 points, while Connor Haughey finished with 7 for Solid Rock. Beach Bums cruised to a 50-30 victory over Slim’s Place in the second game of the evening behind 14 points from Chuy Ayvar and 13 points from Austin Young. Slim’s Place received 10 points from Chris Hampton and 8 points from AJ Colagiovanni in the loss. The last game of the evening saw Sandbar hold on for a 34-30 victory over Blue Lagoon behind 9 points from Austin Henderson, 8 points from Chase Richardson and 7 points from Matt Briley. Kevin Roman scored 8 points for Blue Lagoon, which also received 6 points from Trey Joyner. Youth soccer gets rolling The fall youth soccer league at the center saw a full slate of action Sept. 21, starting with a 2-2 tie for Miz & Hiz Biz and Blalock Walters in the 11-14 division. Riley Lawson and Chad Nunez each scored goals to lead Miz & Hiz Biz, which also received five combined saves from Konnor Oelfke and Stephen Wilson. Andrew Graham and Mason Moss each scored goals to lead Blalock Walters, which also received four saves from Cale Rudacille. The second match of the night saw Anna Maria Island Wines cruise to a 3-1 victory over HSH Designs. Victor Albrecht, Angelina Albrecht and Nixon Conner

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With bait invading local waters, targeted species beef up for fall By Capt. Danny Stasny Islander Reporter

You can do it. Fishing around Anna Maria Island remains consistent for anglers who spend their time in the shallow waters of Tampa Bay. As more bait is present in the bay, we should see most species feeding heavily as they prepare for fall. Water temperatures are in the low to mid 80s, keeping fish quite active. Stasny Targeting catch-and-release species such as snook, redfish and trout is proving to be quite good. Mangrove shorelines where good tidal flow exists are holding respectable numbers of snook and reds. Working away from the mangroves, deeper grass flats are holding many spotted seatrout, presenting a great opportunity to throw some top-water plugs. Seeing a big trout explode on a top-water lure is an exhilarating experience while fishing the deep flats, where you’ll also see bluefish, ladyfish and jack crevalle attracted by the top-water lures, adding to the variety and excitement of the bite. If you’re in search of dinner, try fishing over structure in Tampa Bay. Mangrove snapper and Spanish mackerel are inhabiting these areas, making them easily targetable during the right tides. Free-lining live shiners is most effective. In many instances, the activity created by the mackerel feed-

ing on the surface will attract the snapper from their hiding places in the wrecks to the surface to feed. While fishing wrecks and reefs in Tampa Bay, there’s always a chance of hooking into an occasional gag grouper —another rewarding occurrence. Jim Malfese says fishing is good for a variety of species at the Rod & Reel Pier, where large schools of bait are attracting fish — macks and jack crevalle being the most prevalent bite. The fish are actively feeding on the plethora of bait during swift moving tides. Pier anglers casting silver spoons, Gotcha plugs or small jigs are finding consistent action and many of the mackerel catches are above keeper-size, providing the fishers with the option to take home dinner. Other species attracted to the bait schools around the pier are catch-and-release snook and redfish. Using live shiners, pinfish or live shrimp as bait is attracting these species to bite the hook. Black drum are present but are only being caught by anglers baiting their hooks with live shrimp.

Lastly, mangrove snapper is a good consistent bite. Keeper-size snapper are being caught, as well as many under-size ones. Capt. Johnny Mattay of Anna Maria Charters says catch-and-release snook are producing excellent action for his clients. Fishing shallow flats in Tampa Bay is resulting in catches of up to 40 snook during a morning charter. Free-lining live shiners up against mangrove shorelines is where it’s at for fall. Schooling catchand-release redfish are being found in these areas and, on deeper grass flats, catch-and-release spotted seatrout are rounding out the flats bite for Mattay. Fishing over structure in Tampa Bay and in the Gulf of Mexico is proving to be good for both mangrove snapper and Spanish mackerel. Those species are reacting well to live shiners as bait. For the macks, a free-lined shiner on a long shank hook is working. For the snapper, a weighted rig with a circle hook fished near the bottom is the best bet for success. Send high-resolution photos and fishing reports

Fishing the tide — red tide Fishing is sporadic due to a recurrence of red tide. With reports of dead fish on the beaches and toxic levels of algae in the samples collected by the FWC, it’s prudent to take steps to harvest seafood for dinner. Finding areas clear of red tide is attainable, especially in the bays, which seem to be clear of red tide. But, conditions can change daily. Wind and tides play major roles in moving patches of red tide and dead fish. You may find good fishing one day and the next find red tide has chased everything out. Or worse, killed it. Perseverance and a luck are required for the days to come. Be sure to avoid areas of murky water and dead floating fish — don’t even bother to drop anchor. Stay in clear water that has good movement of tide and fish — and you’re good to go. — Danny Stasny

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AMI Locals goes ﬂip-ﬂop Sounds like there’s a new top dog in the Anna Maria Island rental business. AMI Locals Realty staff confirmed Sept. 16 a merger between their luxury vacation rental business and Anna Maria Island Accommodations, known colloquially as “the flip-flop company,” but were unsure if the deal had been inked. Despite multiple attempts, The Kaiman Islander was unable to reach AMI Locals manager Eric Pullen for more information about the merger by the press time Sept. 27. A phone call to Anna Maria Island Accommodations Sept. 15 was answered by a staffer who said leadership declined to comment. According to AMI Locals staff Sept. 16, the merger would add about 250 rental units to the company’s portfolio, bringing its total number of units to 500 and likely making it the largest rental agency on the island. The office for AMI Locals is at 9801 Gulf Drive, Suite 5, Anna Maria. Supermarket switcheroo There’s been a change in management at the Island Publix Super Market, 3900 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. Kent Davis, former store manager of the Beachway Plaza store, 7310 Manatee Ave., Bradenton, and Chris Smith, former manager of the island location,

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changed places Aug. 8. Davis, a 13-year Publix employee, brings four years of supermarket management experience to the island. For more information, call the island store location at 941-778-5422. Can you play that tune, times 2 They can play you a memory, even if they’re not really sure how it goes. In addition to comedians, bands and other acts throughout the week, 88 Live features dueling pianos Friday and Saturday nights. “What I call them are human jukeboxes. They will literally play anything you ask them,” said co-owner Sherry Elliott Sept. 9. On the off chance the pianists are unfamiliar with a request, one will leave the stage momentarily, quickly learn the song and return to play, Elliott said. The bar, 6640 Cortez Road W., Suite A, Bradenton, also features jam sessions Tuesdays, “Wine Wednesdays” and Ladies’ Night Thursdays. Chef John Smith prepares pizzas, flatbreads and meatball subs to complement the drink menu. Elliott said the crowd on any given night can range in age from 21 to 90. “That’s our favorite part about it. There’s something for everyone and everyone is welcome,” she said. For more information, visit 88-live-piano-bar.business.site or call 941-900-1133. He doesn’t just sell homes He’s a builder, too. Ed Taaffe, a September addition to Wagner Realty’s Anna Maria Island team, knows the importance of “good bones.” The Realtor has been swing-

ing a hammer for Habitat for Humanity for about a decade. After vacationing in the area for more than 35 years, Taaffe relocated from St. Louis to Bradenton in 2020. He volunteered with Habitat for Humanity Manatee County for the first time in August and said Sept. 20 he’s looking forward to many more builds in the future. Taaffe said constructing homes sharpened his real estate expertise. He’s owned a painting and landscaping businesses and, in addition to a stint with Habitat for Humanity in St. Louis, he’s done home renovations. Taaffe also is no stranger to the financing side of real estate — he worked for CitiCorp Mortgage in St. Louis for five years and was a certified home appraiser. Habitat for Humanity is one of many ways Taaffe has given back to his communities over the years. In addition to volunteering as an emergency medical technician and firefighter, Taaffe has been a member of the Knights of Columbus for more than 40 years and coached Little League baseball for 15 years. To reach Taaffe at the Wagner Realty Anna Maria Island office, 2217 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach, call 636-346-6165 or email ed@wagnerrealty.com. Big tent revival S&S Plaza businesses began to come back to life Sept. 23 after a tenting for termite extermination Sept. 21-22. Kathy Smart and Mary Doub have owned Minnie’s Beach Cafe, 5360 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, in the plaza for 20 years. Smart said this is the first time for tenting. “(The property managers) had this planned since June, so we knew that we were going to have to close a couple of days. But we’d much rather be closed in September when it’s slow,” Smart said Sept. 24. PLeaSe, See biz, Page 23

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Jason James, left, and Tyler Robinson tickle the ivories Sept. 10 during a dueling piano session at 88 Live, 6640 Cortez Road W., Suite A, Bradenton. Islander Photo: Courtesy Sherry Elliott

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Save the dates Oct. 14, member luncheon, Slicker’s Eatery, Cortez. Oct. 15-16, Bayfest, Pine Avenue, Anna Maria. Oct. 28, business card exchange, hosted by the Anna Maria Island Privateers at Slicker’s Eatery, Cortez. Fees may apply for events. RSVP for the networking events by contacting the chamber at 941-778-1541 or info@amichamber.org.

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FREEBIE ITEMS FOR SALE

HELP WANTED Continued

BiKeS and tooLS: Schwinn 10-speed, $85, Woodshop tools. 941-356-1456.

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 1-866-362-9821. (limited time offer)

director-driVer SougHt for senior’s at the annie Silver community center and center of anna maria island. Seeking volunteer senior activity director and van driver for friday outings. contact Peg miller, 941-4475076 or pm3h@yahoo.com.

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diVe SHoP retaiL associate position. We’re hiring a full-time long-term employee who loves diving and is ready to learn all about the dive industry! ami@floridaunderwatersports.com. 941-200-0660.

WeBer SPirit: tWo burner stainless-steel gas grill. tank not included. cash and carry. $325. 919-760-9209. 10 KW SYncHronouS 3-phase a/c alternator. 220 volts. old but unused. $265. 941538-8460.

Wanted: WorKout dVds and retired but working XBox, Wii units with games for ministry of Presence for kids and teens in Haiti. deliver to the islander, 315 58th St. Suite J, Holmes Beach.

fiVe tHree-WHeeL bikes, $99, golf cart tires, $15. four for $50. older motobecane, women’s, $20. Bicycle Jim, 413-441-6823. antiQue BaBY carriage: Wood and wicker. Proceeds benefit moonracer animal rescue. email for photos: moonraceranimalrescue@gmail.com.

Wanted: Your oLd cellphone for recycling. deliver to the islander, 315 58th St. Suite J, Holmes Beach.

antiQue Partner deSK: all wood, $500. inquire at the islander office, 315 58th St. Suite J, Holmes Beach. 941-778-7978.

Sandy’s Lawn Service Inc. ESTABLISHED IN 1983

Residential & Commercial Full-service lawn maintenance. Landscaping ~ Cleanups Hauling ~ Tree Trimming.

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HELP WANTED fuLL-time LaBorer to accept, catalog, and deliver materials, assist with projects, and site clean-up. reliable, dL. Send resume to info@coastalife.com

Yogi wants to play ball!

a/c SerVice tecH: experience required. must have own tools. full-time with benefits. drug free Workplace. West coast ac, 941778-9622. rePorter Wanted: Print media, newspaper experience required. apply via email with letter of interest to news@islander.org.

Yogi is a 4-year-old, 30-pound male looking for a fun family to play fetch. To meet this cutie, call Lisa Williams at 941-345-2441 or visit The Islander ofﬁce in Holmes Beach. For more about pet adoption, visit moonraceranimalrescue.com. SPonSored BY

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SeeKing Part-time front desk person for a small beach resort on anna maria. Basic computer skills required. must be available to work weekends. Please forward resume to: beckyjhardy1@msn.com. KIDS FOR HIRE dePendaBLe, reSPonSiBLe, fun babysitter for hire. 13 years old, island local. available in June. 941-526-9090. 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, 315 58th St. Suite J, Holmes Beach. SERVICES need a ride to airports? tampa $65, St. Pete, $55, Sarasota, $30. gary, 863-4095875. gvoness80@gmail.com. iS Your Home or office in need of some cleaning? Well, i’m your girl! Local, reliable, professional! Please, give me a call or text, 941-773 -0461. cLeaning: Vacation, conStruction, residential, commercial and windows. Licensed and insured. 941-744-7983. PreSSure WaSHing, PaVer sealing, driveway, roof, fence, pool area. also, window cleaning. Licensed and insured. 941-5653931. iSLand PHotoSHootS WitH gemma. family, children, engagement, commercial. instagram: @silvernestphoto. 805-5701415. nannY, BaBY/PetSitting, cleaning, organizing, errands, assistance. 20 years’ experience. reliable and trustworthy, local. 805570-1415. more ads = more readers in the islander.

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I S L A N D E R C L A S S I F I E D S SERVICES Continued

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RENTALS

LOOKING FOR A housecleaner? Look no further. Sand & Sea Cleaning is the team for you. 941-226-2773.

HANDYMAN AND PAINTING. No job too small. Most jobs just right. Call Richard Kloss. 941-204-1162.

ANNUAL: 4440 123rd St. Ct. W. Cortez. 1BR/1BA furnished $1,500/month plus utilities first/ last, $1,000 deposit. Mike Norman Realty 941-778-6696.

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HAMMERED HOMES: (SAVING homes since 1984.) Handyman services, renovations. Free estimates and consulting. Call before making decision, save money. 941-778-3206.

LONG-TIME AMI resident sold home. Seeking annual rental. House, apartment, studio or share. Retired widower. 703-599-4421.

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

HANDYMAN AND CLEANING services. Move-ins and outs. Affordable. Call Fred, 941-356-1456.

BUSINESS-TO-BUSINESS JD’s Window Cleaning looking for storefront jobs in Holmes Beach. 941-920-3840.

BARNES LAWN AND Landscape LLC. Design and installation, lawn and landscape services, tree trimming, mulch, rock and shell. 941-705-1444. Jr98@barneslawnandlandscape.com. COLLINS LANDSCAPE LIGHTING: Outdoor lighting, landscaping, irrigation services and maintenance. 941-920-0253. MJC24373@gmail.com. SEARAY SPRINKLER SERVICES. Repairs, additions, drip, sprinkler head/timer adjustments. 941-920-0775. HOME IMPROVEMENT VAN-GO PAINTING residential/commercial, interior/exterior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island references. Bill, 941-795-5100. www.vangopainting.net. TILE -TILE -TILE. All variations of ceramic tile supplied and installed. Quality workmanship, prompt, reliable, many Island references. Call Neil, 941-726-3077. GRIFFIN’S HOME IMPROVEMENTS Inc. Handyman, fine woodwork, countertops, cabinets and wood flooring. Insured and licensed. 941-722-8792. BLINDS, SHUTTERS, SHADES: Motorization. 30 years on AMI. Call Keith Barnett, Barnett Blinds, 941-730-0516. ISLAND HANDYMAN: I live here, work here, value your referral. Refinish, paint. Just ask. JayPros. Licensed/insured. References. Call Jay, 941-962-2874. LOOKING FOR AN EARLY BIRD? You can read Wednesday’s classifieds on Tuesday at islander.org. And it’s FREE!

SCREEN REPAIR: WINDOW and door screening available: standard, sun block, pet, no-see-ums. Call Lane, 941-705-5293. HOLLANDS PAINT, DRYWALL and handyman services: Interior/exterior paint, drywall repair, wall/ceiling textures, stucco repair, pressure washing. Over 25 years’ experience. All work guaranteed. References. Licensed/insured. Call Dee, 256-337-5395. API’S DRYWALL REPAIR: I look forward to servicing your drywall repair needs. Call 941524-8067 to schedule an appointment for me to come out and look at your job. SCREENS RIPPED OR old? Window and door screen repair. Standard, sun-block, pet, no-seeum. Call Lane, 941-705-5293. RENTALS ANNA MARIA GULF beachfront vacation rentals. One- two- and three-bedroom units, all beachfront. www.amiparadise.com. 941778-3143. VACATION RENTAL: DOUBLE-wide mobile home. 2BR/2BA, eight miles to beach. 55-plus community, $600/week. Pool and clubhouse. Real Estate Mart, 941-3561456. ANNUAL: 105 SEVENTH St, South B, Bradenton Beach. 3BR/2BA $3,000 1st, last, $1,000 deposit. Mike Norman Realty, 3101 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. AVAILABLE JANUARY-APRIL: 2BR/1BA stilt home, located west of Gulf Drive. 120 Peppertree Lane, $3,000/month. Contact:nelsonluis97@gmail.com or 813362-3967.

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ANNUAL RENTAL: BEAUTIFUL furnished 3BR/2BA plus den with views of Palma Sola Bay, $4,000/month. First, last and security. Wagner Realty, 941-778-2246. REAL ESTATE WINNIE MCHALE, REALTOR, 941-5046146. Rosebay International Realty Inc. You need an aggressive and experienced Realtor in today’s market! Selling island homes, Sarasota and Bradenton areas. Multi-milliondollar producer! “Selling Homes - Making Dreams Come True.” ASSISTANCE OFFERED. SAVVY and experienced. Marketing, graphic design, photography, listing, farming, CRM, web, print, social. 805-570-1415. NORTHWEST BRADENTON: UPDATED 3BR/2BA, garage. No HOA fees. Plus, freestanding 1,000 sf building for RV or boat storage, workshop or rental income. $450,000. Call agent direct. Fred Flis, Real Estate Mart, 941-356-1456.

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AMI property insurance price hikes likely to continue with older roofs, AC and electrical systems. Due to the increasing risk aversion among carriers, Clegg’s selection has diminished about 30%-40% over the past five years. “We probably have lost five or six carriers that are just not writing in our area,” Brakefield said. In addition to the price increases, non-renewals and carrier scarcity, some tax watchdogs maintain insurance customers will be dealt another blow by President Joe Biden’s Build Back Better agenda, which they argue will drive insurance prices even higher. Proposed legislation is working its way through Congress that would raise the corporate tax rate from 21% to 26.5% and the Build Back Better plan calls for the establishment of a global minimum tax rate between 15% and 28% — which would impact the international reinsurers that finance many independent carriers in Florida. Many large corporate insurers withdrew from the Florida market after the 2004-05 hurricane seasons, leaving independent insurers backed by international financiers to fill the void. Since the Florida market relies heavily on inter-

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national dollars, opponents of the Build Back Better agenda have dubbed the international tax rate hike a “hurricane tax.” Brakefield declined to speculate on the impact of the proposed plan but said the current insurance market has led some of her clients to forego hurricane and flood insurance. However, only homeowners without mortgages can take on that gamble and the high cost of insurance can be a “deal-breaker” when it comes to purchasing property on the island, she said. Brakefield suggests prospective homeowners purchase dwellings with “superior construction” — homes constructed with metal roofs and impact glass, for example — to cut down on insurance costs. Due to the unpredictable weather patterns over the past several years, she advises against gambling on self-insurance. “I get asked all the time, ‘Did you buy wind or flood?’ Well, I have them both. So I wouldn’t dare pick a peril and test Mother Nature,” she said. For more on home insurance, visit your agent or Brakefield can be reached at 941-896-4800.

What’s gone up is not coming down. High reconstruction costs, tropical storms, exaggerated claims and frivolous lawsuits — these are some of the factors driving up the price of property insurance in Florida, Clegg Insurance Advisors executive vice president Lisa Brakefield said Sept. 23. “Unless some legislation gets passed to address these issues, I think rates could continue to climb 20%25% a year,” she said. Brakefield, who works at Clegg’s island office, 101 S. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, has seen renewal rates rise for the past five years but, she said, this year’s increase was slightly steeper. Most customers are aware insurance costs are on the rise and policies are pricier on the island, where reconstruction costs tend to be higher than on the mainland, she said. According to Brakefield, the number of people shopping for insurance has swelled. In addition to renewal price increases, insurance carriers’ “exposure management” strategies are driving people into the market. Tropical storms, namely Hurricane Irma in 2017 Carol Bernard and Hurricane Michael in 2018, have depleted the coffers of some carriers, leading to non-renewals in highIsland real estate transactions Bantle to JDB27, LLC for $925,000; list $950,000. risk areas, such as the island, Brakefield said. 524 Bayview Place, Anna Maria, a 1072sf, 2601 Gulf Drive #631, Bradenton Beach, a 468sf, Exposure management strategies also are tied to 2bed/3bath home on a 6,599sq ft lot built in 1977 sold home construction and, in recent years, some carriers 1bed/1bath Sandpiper Resort unit on a 1,085 sq ft 08/31/21 by Norris Trust to Campbell for $1,300,000; have indicated they would no longer insure buildings lot built in 1967 sold 08/31/21 by Farr to Shaw for list $1,395,000. $150,000; list $179,000. 209 Palm Ave., Anna Maria, a 2,520 sf, 2bed/2bath 505 74th St., Holmes Beach, a 1479sf, 2bed/2bath pool home on a 5,719sq ft lot built in 1988 sold 08/26/21 home on a 9,191 sq ft lot built in 1968 sold 08/23/21 by by Howe to Gory’s Properties LLC for $1,445,000; list MORGAN $1,425,000. LEWIS 611 Foxworth Lane, Holmes Beach, a 2,346 sf, REALTY 413 Pine Ave. Anna Maria 3bed/3bath pool home on a 10,411 sq ft canal lot built in 1970 sold 08/30/21 by Lewis to Baker for Decades of island Full Time Professional Agents experience … Buying! $1,660,000; list $1,650,000. Selling! Building! 853 North Shore Drive, Anna Maria, a 1,956 sf, Consulting! 3bed/2bath home on a 4,430 sq ft bayfront lot built Call Mark, 941-518-6329 in 1950 sold 08/25/21 by Hanna Trust to Sandcastle morganlewisrealty@gmail.com Holdings AMI LLC for $2,250,000; list $2,499,000. BK620023 Mark Kimball CGC58092 256 Gladiolus St., Anna Maria, a 2,100 sf, 4bed/4bath pool home on a 8,586 sq ft lot built in 1978 sold 08/24/21 by Stulman to Fink for $2,650,000; list $2,750,000. MIKE NORMAN REALTY Compiled by Island Real Estate staff. Island Real EST. 1978 Estate sales professionals can be reached at 941-7786066, islandreal.com

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