The Islander Newspaper E-Edition: Wednesday, June 15, 2022

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Meetings 4

AM moves toward beachbuild approval

LBK considers Beer can boater restrictions. 5

By ryan Paice islander reporter

astheworldterns. 6

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budget talks 4

White’s whale shark

RoadWatch 5 Opinions 6

10-20 YeArs Ago

Looking back. 7

Legislation could soften insurance market. 8 HB water committee discusses sample results. 8

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ami values rise. 9

save the date. 10-11

Happenings What’s up on ami?

10-11 surf’s up for island son.

12 Top notch contest opens. 13

Gathering. 14

Obituary 14

Cops & Courts 16

Streetlife. 16

amiTW: conservation instruction. 18

‘Pop’ photography. 19 summer sports. 20 dad’s day on the water.

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Isl Biz: 22 cLASSIFIEDS. 24-25

PropertyWatch. 26

NYT puzzle. 27

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a 30-foot whale shark, one of a pod of four observed June 6 about 40 miles off anna maria island in the gulf of mexico, checks out the charter fishing boat captained by david White of anna maria charters. for more, see fishing, page 21.

It looks as if the path to build on the Elm Avenue beachfront is clearing.

City commissioners unanimously voted June 9 to approve — with one stipulation — a right-of-way use permit allowing the development of vehicle access to an undeveloped lot at 105 Elm Ave. It may be the final hurdle to build a home on the controversial property, seaward of existing homes and previously thought to be unbuildable.

In order for the permit to be approved, the applicant must better address drainage at the end of Elm and commissioners must approve the revised plan.

The permit would allow a 12-foot-wide, 68-foot-long access drive, consisting of 12-inch-thick 250 rock mix alongside the existing beach path and pedestrian bridge.

The access drive would connect to a proposed 2,144-square-foot three-story singlefamily home that owner Fedora Campbell has contracted to build for $1.635 million.

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection provided a notice to proceed and a permit for the proposed development in June 2020.

The proposed home would be built in the city’s conservation zone, which allows limTurn To beach build, Page 3

it’s a race! 2nd challenger steps up in HB By ryan Paice islander reporter

The competition is heating up over three seats up for grabs in Holmes Beach this November.

Four candidates, including two incumbents, had filed forms as of June 10 with the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections office to qualify to run in this year’s municipal election.

The November ballot will determine who wins the mayoral post and two city commission seats.

Mayor Judy Titsworth, who served as a city commissioner 2012-18 and has served as mayor 2018-22, was one of the two incumbents to qualify for reelection.

While no candidate had completed the process to oppose Titsworth as of June 10, incumbent Commissioner Kim Rash wrote in a June 7 text message to The Islander that he is interested in running for mayor.

“I don’t know if I’m going to run for commissioner but I’m really thinking about

the mayor position,” Rash wrote.

Rash was first elected to the commission in 2018 and reelected in 2020 with 28.72% of a four-way vote.

Meanwhile, incumbent Commissioner Jayne Christenson has filed the required paperwork to run for another two-year term.

Christenson was first elected as commissioner diggins in 2020 with 25.36% of a four-way vote.

Christenson will compete with at least two other candidates, including Daniel Diggins and Greg Kerchner, for her seat.

Kerchner The two highest votegetters will be elected.

Diggins challenged former Commissioner Marvin Grossman for appointment to a commission seat in 2016, when Grossman Turn To hb elecT, Page 2

Cortez matriarch dies June 9 cortez Village Historical society founder mary fulford green — often called the matriarch of cortez — serves strawberry shortcake to benefit the cortez Village Historical society at the 2004 cortez commercial fishing festival. mrs. green died June 9. full obituary, page 14. islander file Photo

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Election qualifying underway in Anna Maria

2022 Elections

By ryan Paice islander reporter

Candidate qualifying week arrives in Bradenton Beach By robert anderson islander reporter

Let the qualifying begin.

The two Bradenton Beach commission seats held

by Ralph Cole and Marilyn Maro are up for election Nov. 8.

Candidate qualifying opened at noon June 13 and will close at noon Friday, June 17.

Maro told The Islander in mid-May that she was undecided as to whether she will seek reelection.

Commissioner Ralph Cole picked up a candidate application but no paperwork had been filed with the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections as of June 10.

Candidates for office must be registered voters and permanently reside in Bradenton Beach for the 12 calendar months prior to the date of qualifying.

To qualify, people must declare candidacy via one of three forms of media — newspaper, radio or television.

They also must file their paperwork with the supervisor of elections office specifying a campaign account and a treasurer to oversee the account.

Candidates for office must submit proof of residency and pay 4% of one year’s salary of the office sought.

City commissioners receive $400 a month Bradenton Beach has 672 registered voters.

In the 2021 election, 348 voters cast ballots.

To learn more about candidacy requirements or the Nov. 8 election, go to votemanatee.com.

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Election season has officially begun in Anna Maria.

Two incumbents — Mayor Dan Murphy and Commissioner Mark Short — have qualified with the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections office to seek reelection the week beginning June 6.

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failed to qualify for reelection.

Kerchner is the chair of the city’s planning commission and has served on the board since 2019.

Both Diggins and Kerchner have filed the required paperwork to qualify for a commission seat.

Titsworth The window to qualify to run opened at noon June 13 and will close at noon Friday, June 17.

To qualify, potential candidates must file forms with the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections Office christenson to detail a campaign bank account and appoint a campaign treasurer.

Potential candidates also must obtain 15 signatures from registered voters in the city, submit an affidavit of residency and pay 1% of the annual pay they would receive if elected. rash The mayor is paid $27,120 annually.

Commissioners earn $7,819.92 annually.

The city’s voters will decide who will represent them Tuesday, Nov. 8, in the general election.

There were 2,681 registered voters in Holmes Beach as of May 9, according to the SOE. To learn more about the election, go to the SOE’s website, at votemanatee.com.

elected without opposition in 2016, 2018 and 2020. If reelected, he would serve his fifth two-year term in office.

Short was appointed to the commission in September 2019 to commurphy plete the remainder of Brian Seymour’s term. He was elected without contest to a full term on the dais in 2020.

Commissioner Deanie Sebring, who was appointed by commission vote in November 2020 to a two-year term, hadn’t qualified for reelection as of June 10, but told The Islander she will seek another term.

All the incumbents’ terms end in November.

The window to qualify to run for election opened June 6 and will close at noon, Friday, June 17.

To qualify, potential candidates must file forms with the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections office to detail a campaign bank account and appoint a campaign treasurer.

Potential candidates also must obtain 10 signatures from registered voters in the city, submit an affidavit of residency and pay 1% of the annual pay they would receive if elected.

Mayors are paid $19,600 annually.

Commissioners receive a $4,800 annual salary.

Without challengers, the incumbents would automatically retain their seats.

The city has struggled to produce challengers in recent history. The last election with a vote between competing candidates was in 2017. Everyone since has either won without opposition or was appointed by commission vote.

If there are challengers, the city’s voters will decide who will represent them Tuesday, Nov. 8, in the general election.

There were 968 registered voters in Anna Maria as of May 9, according to the SOE. To learn more about the election, go to the SEO’s website, at votemanatee.com.

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ited development, and seaward of any existing home on Elm Avenue.

A few neighbors entered into litigation to stop the development, but an administrative law judge ruled in 2021 to uphold the DEP’s 2020 approval.

The project now hinges on the city’s approval of the proposed right-of-way permit.

It got off to a rocky start May 16, when the planning and zoning board’s motion to recommend city commission approval of the permit failed on a 2-2 vote.

Nevertheless, Mayor Dan Murphy recommended commissioners approve the permit.

“I don’t like development in the environmental zone. …But for the sake of this city, I strongly recommend that you give it due consideration,” Murphy said.

Public input Public comment brought a mixed bag of back-andforth arguments to the commission.

Attorney Lionel Rubio, from the Winter Parkbased Winderweedle, Haines, Ward & Woodman law firm, represented Jordan. He said the proposed vehicle driveway might not provide emergency vehicles, such as fire engines or ambulances, adequate access due to size and shape.

He requested city commissioners deny the permit due to inconsistency with the city’s comprehensive plan or impose restrictions addressing his safety concerns.

City planner Chad Minor said the proposed vehicle access drive was reviewed by West Manatee Fire Rescue staff, who “had no issues.” WMFR noted its trucks would be able to park within 150 feet of the structure.

Real estate developer Stephen Hansen, whose family previously owned 107 Elm Ave., said the proposed vehicle access is seaward of the DEP’s 30-year erosion projection line and could impact dune stability. He said such a combination could create a “flood interstate” that may bring stormwater “aggressively

motion, which passed.

Murphy said the revised drainage plan would be brought to commissioners at a later date.

In other matters…

Anna Maria Mayor Dan Murphy provided the following updates: • He plans to seek Manatee County concession funds to pay for a $207,450 study to determine a permanent solution for the Lake La Vista inlet, which requires regular dredging by the city. Gov. Ron DeSanA silt fence surrounds a vacant lot June 9 at 105 tis vetoed the city’s request for funding.

Elm Ave., Anna Maria, where owner Fedora Camp• The city will file a complaint June 8 with the bell plans to build a three-story home seaward of 12th Judicial Circuit Court for injunctive relief against the neighbors. Islander Photo: Robert Anderson Mangoes on Magnolia. The city will seek a one-year suspension of the LLC’s vacation rental license for 313 landward.”

Magnolia Ave. after it was declared a public nuisance for violating the city’s noise ordinance five times in Determination less than 10 months.

Hansen and others’ concerns about drainage at the The commission will meet next at 6 p.m. Thursday, end of the roadway seemed to resonate with city offi- June 23, at city hall, 10005 Gulf Drive. The meeting cials. will be open to the public. Directions to attend via Murphy said such concerns were “very valid.” He Zoom can be found at cityofannamaria.com. said repeatedly driving on the 250 rock mix drive can compact the material and make it less pervious than

By Lisa Neff intended.

Murphy, while reiterating his recommendation to ultimately approve the permit, suggested city staff The Islander poll Last week’s question establish criteria needed to gain city approval.

When I go to the beach, I love to …

Attorney Kevin Hennessy of the St. Petersburg51%. Walk. based Lewis, Longman & Walker law firm, represent15%. Swim. ing Campbell, asked the city not to impose a “blank 12%. Suntan. check” payment upon Campbell for the engineers’ 14%. Read. work. He said he would prefer their team design new 8%. Other. drainage measures, which the city could then review.

City attorney Becky Vose said the commission This week’s question My favorite island pier is … could approve the permit subject to their later approval A. Anna Maria City Pier. of a beach access and drainage improvement plan from B. Historic Bridge Street Pier. the applicant.

C. Rod & Reel Pier.

Commissioner Robert Kingan moved to approve D. All of them.

Vose’s recommended motion.

To answer the poll, go online to islander.org.

Commissioner Jonathan Crane seconded the

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County considering $1.2B capital improvements spending plan Manatee County commissioners are thumbing through a capital catalog.

Commissioners, at work on a 2022-23 budget, were set to review a recommended capital improvements plan for 2023-27 at a meeting Tuesday, June 14, after The Islander went to press.

A statement on the county website said the proposed CIP also was to become available to the public that day at mymanatee.org.

The total recommended county budget for the next fiscal year is $1,867,498,712 and the county’s proposed CIP for 2023-27 is $1,166,546,259.

The administration is proposing the following CIP investments:

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• $187.4 million for the parks department to support some 90 projects over the next five years, including beaches, waterways, boat ramps and more.

There are 14 beaches and waterways projects in the plan. Three of the more substantial projects include an artificial reef at $1.8 million, Coquina Beach stabilization structures at $2.8 million and the Longboat Pass jetty rehabilitation project at $1.6 million.

The boat ramps category consists of a total invest-

State delivers dollars for red tide, manatees, Rattlesnake Key There’s money on the table.

The 2022-23 budget that Gov. Ron DeSantis signed June 2 includes investments in red tide research, manatee rescue and care, derelict vessel removal, land acquisition and conservation law enforcement.

The budget year will begin July 1.

The $109.9 billion spending plan includes: • $4.8 million in continued support for the Center for Red Tide Research; • Up to $3 million to remove invasive Burmese pythons; • More than $30 million to enhance and expand manatee rescue and rehabilitation efforts and provide habitat restoration for areas where manatees are highly concentrated; • $2.6 million for 12 additional law enforcement officers at the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission; • $8.8 million to improve boating access; • $20 million for derelict vessel removal; • $15.5 million for habitat restoration initiatives.

• $18.8 million for law enforcement operations and support; • $600,000 for artificial reefs.

The budget also contains $23 million for the pur-

ment in the CIP of $14.9 million, including $5 million for the Kingfish Boat Ramp renovation in Holmes Beach.

The preserves section includes boardwalk repairs at Robinson of $222,500 over the next five years, as well as boardwalk repairs at Emerson Point and Leffis Key in Bradenton Beach.

• $329 million for transportation, with $317.7 million for road projects, including widening 75th Street West in Bradenton from 20th Avenue West to Manatee Avenue West.

The recommended CIP also includes $1.5 million for construction in fiscal 2023 at the Florida Maritime Museum in Cortez.

The budget process began earlier this month, when the county administrator delivered a budget presentation to commissioners.

In September, the commission will hold two public hearings, set the county millage rate and spending and revenue plans and adopt the budget for the fiscal year, which begins Oct. 1.

chase of Rattlesnake Key, situated southwest of the Sunshine Skyway on Tampa and Terra Ceia bays, to create a state park.

State Rep. Will Robinson and State Sen. Jim Boyd, both Bradenton Republicans, had pursued the funding — Lisa neff during the legislative session with backing from Manatee County commissioners and a number of conservation groups.

The state has long sought Rattlesnake Key as part of the Florida Forever Terra Ceia project.

To drive the project, county commissioners in December 2021 authorized staff to work with the state to acquire Rattlesnake Key property with a local contribution of 10% of the purchase price or $3 million — whichever is less.

Boyd’s request for the state appropriation said the money would be used to “finance the acquisition, improvement and management of land to protect drinking water sources and water quality, preserve fish and wildlife, provide park and recreation for all Floridians, provide land acquisition as an alternative to commercial development. Preserving these lands will ensure they are not developed, giving access to the public as a map includes rattlesnake Key, which the state, its best and highest use.” with support from manatee county government, — Lisa neff

wants to acquire for a park. islander file graphic

Bradenton Beach optimistic despite governor’s funding veto By robert anderson islander reporter

Gov. Ron Desantis didn’t do the city of Bradenton Beach any favors when he signed the budget earlier in June.

The governor vetoed $3.4 billion in state spending, including Bradenton Beach’s $3 million request for undergrounding utilities.

At their June 2 meeting, city commissioners reviewed the request for funds to continue relocating utility lines underground. The project involved connecting with the Longboat Key underground infrastructure, extending the buried utilities to Bradenton Beach’s northern city limits.

The city said the work would reduce hazards and increase recovery time during hurricanes and severe

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storms, as well as open a path for a public tram and improvement aesthetics.

Mayor John Chappie responded to the veto with optimism.

“We’ve got other things that are happening,” he said. “We have three major projects. Undergrounding is still one of them if we can find a way.”

Chappie alluded to the use of resiliency funding as an alternative method of completing the work.

“Risk assessment will help us in applying for resiliency funds,” Chappie said.

Resiliency grants from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection address environmental concerns and the mayor said there’s a possibility the undergrounding project would qualify.

The Resilient Florida program exists to protect

By Lisa neff

Anna Maria City June 22, 2 p.m., planning and zoning.

June 23, 6 p.m., commission.

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

Bradenton Beach June 15, 1 p.m., P&Z. June 16, noon, commission.

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

Holmes Beach June 28, 10 a.m., code compliance.

June 28, 5 p.m., commission.

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

West Manatee Fire Rescue June 21, 6 p.m., commission.

WMFR administration building, 701 63rd St.

W., Bradenton, 941-761-1555, wmfr.org.

Manatee County June 16, 9 a.m., commission (land).

County administration building, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, 941-748-4501, mymanatee. org.

Also of interest June 15, 2 p.m., Barrier Island Elected Officials, Anna Maria City Hall. CANCELED June 19 is Juneteenth. Many government offices will be closed June 20 for the federal holiday.

June 23, 9 a.m., Manatee County Tourist Development Council, Center of Anna Maria Island.

July 4 is Independence Day. Most government offices will be closed.

Sept. 5 is Labor Day. Most government offices will be closed.

Please, send meeting notices to calendar@ islander.org and news@islander.org.

inland waterways, coastlines and shores, which serve as invaluable natural defenses against sea-level rise.

The city needs a risk assessment study to apply for grants, which provide a 50/50 match for projects.

The city failed to acquire resiliency funding in 2021.

Two engineering firms were contacted regarding a risk assessment study, including Colliers Engineering and Design, which offered to guide the city through the application process for $5,000.

Another offer from Environmental Science Associates of Sarasota was for no cost to the city.

ESA currently works with the city and the Bradenton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency on projects, including the shoreline resiliency plans along Bay Drive South.

The ESA project focuses on the redevelopment of the shoreline from Bridge Street to Fifth Street South, introducing shore protection elements — oyster shell bags, riprap, plantings and sand.

Funding from resiliency grants would enable the city to work with ESA and other firms on environmentally themed undertakings.

Government offices close for Juneteenth

Juneteenth is Sunday, June 19, with the federal observance set for Monday, June 20.

Federal offices will be closed for the holiday, which commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans.

Also, two island government offices will be closed, Anna Maria City Hall and Holmes Beach City Hall.

Bradenton Beach City Hall will be open.

Manatee County, including the transit service, did not post holiday hours or closures as of June 13 but a tourist development council meeting was changed to May 23.

Waste Pro and Waste Management also did not post changes for the holiday and Monday collection services will take place.

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Longboat considers boating restrictions at Beer Can By robert anderson islander reporter

Recreational boaters may soon get the can on Beer Can Island.

Longboat Key officials are working to establish a prohibition zone for motorboats on the southeast side of Greer Island, more commonly known as Beer Can Island.

In recent years, sand has accreted along the eastern shore of the island, creating a spit of land that extends from the northern part of the key under the Longboat Pass Bridge and into the Intracoastal Waterway.

Sand swept around the Longboat Key point by the current has continually settled under the bridge over time — slowly closing off the Greer Island lagoon from its natural water movement, according to an April 19, 2021, report on the town website.

In a video with that report, the town indicated the accumulation of sand extended the Greer Island side of Longboat Key closer to the private Land’s End dock, putting recreational boaters in close collision with private property.

That brought the Longboat Key town commission to approve a motion June 6 advancing an ordinance that would create a public bathing zone and restrict some boating.

The proposal will create a continuous zone from the Greer Island lagoon to the beachfront along the southeastern portion of the county-owned park, which ends near the Land’s End property.

Also, Longboat Key police earlier this spring

recreational boaters and beachgoers congregate June 12 at greer island — aka Beer can island — adjacent to Longboat Pass. The area is under scrutiny

by Longboat Key town commissioners. islander Photo: Jacob merrifield

For more information, go online to www.longboatraised concerns about the safety of swimmers in the key.org. area due to currents in and around Longboat Pass.

Town staff reached out to Manatee County Marine signs on waterRescue Chief Joe Westerman, who advised that Longway buoys boat Pass is best avoided as a swim area. may soon The ordinance specifies the use of the Greer Island demarcate a bathing area for wading, lounging and congregating in swim area on shallow water. greer island, The swim area will be policed by the Longboat aka Beer can Key Police Department’s marine patrol, the Florida island. islander Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission marine courtesy patrol and the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office, which graphics: LBK also has jurisdiction.

The area for swimmers would be designated with buoys that read, “Motorboats prohibited.”

The city is working to have the ordinance in effect before July 4.

A special meeting on the ordinance will be at 1 p.m. Monday, June 20, at Longboat Key Town Hall, 501 Bay Isles Road.

Changes planned for Anna Maria speed tables By ryan Paice islander reporter

a suggested map of the “motorboats prohibited” area proposed in a Longboat Key ordinance.

RoadWatch

Eyes on the road

The Florida Department of Transportation posted the following notice: State Road 684/Cortez Road over the Cortez drawbridge: Bridge maintenance. Crews will be conducting overnight bridge maintenance 9 p.m.-5 a.m. Monday, June 20-Thursday, June 23. Motorists can expect flagging operations and are encouraged to use caution.

— Lisa neff

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Concerns about three speed tables on South Bay Boulevard in Anna Maria proved accurate.

Mayor Dan Murphy said June 9 that the city traffic engineer’s the speed tables installed by Bradentonbased Superior Asphalt on South Bay Boulevard failed to meet specifications.

He said that two were close but all three provided less than the specified 1 foot of ramp per inch of elevation.

The issue was sparked by recent complaints from residents about the tables disrupting traffic, creating noise and liability concerns.

Murphy said the city had two options: remove the speed tables at a cost of $4,000 each or request Superior Asphalt modify them to specifications.

Commissioner Robert Kingan said he’d driven over several speed tables and noticed those on South Bay Boulevard were worse than others. He supported modifying the speed tables to meet specifications.

Commissioners Carol Carter, Deanie Sebring and Mark Short also supported modified speed tables.

Carter also suggested painting the speed tables with reflective paint to boost night visibility.

Resident Pat Olsen, one of the original complainants who lives near the speed table in the 500 block of South Bay Boulevard, asked commissioners to go further and move the speed table away from her residence due to the disruptive noise it causes.

Murphy recommended having Superior modify the speed tables to meet specifications, allow bicycles room to pass and add reflective tape.

Commissioners agreed with Murphy’s plan.

Murphy said that since the city would be asking Superior to take corrective action, the item would not require funding or a motion from the commission.

The commission will meet next at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 23, at city hall, 10005 Gulf Drive.

The meeting will be open to the public. Directions to attend via Zoom can be found at cityofannamaria. com.

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Opinion

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Summertime, and livin’ is easy

Some of us see the summer calendar and think escape. No more teacher, no more books. Time off to do nothing — or for adventure.

And some of us see the temperature rising. The Gulf of Mexico feels like a bathtub. The sun is scorching hot and the sand burns our bare feet.

We need a big storm in the Gulf to kick up some waves for the surfers.

We need that 5 o’clock cool off from the thunderstorms that push inland in the afternoons.

We’re all looking for a break.

The cities slow down on meetings in the summer — sometimes lacking a quorum as elected officials duck out and cool off in Georgia, North Carolina and the Midwest (where, by the way, it’s not so cool).

Of course, the issues that nag the officials, sealevel rise, stormwater drainage, safe streets, parking and crowds at the beaches, don’t necessarily cool down, there’s just a waning desire to talk about them.

And finally, the longest day arrives.

The summer solstice will occur at about 5 a.m.

Tuesday, June 21, the astronomical first day of summer.

It occurs when the sun travels along its northernmost path in the sky in the northern half of the globe, resulting in the longest day (daylight hours) and shortest night of the calendar year.

It’s the one day that early to rise, late to bed makes sense. And sunset? We can relish the long day and as the temperature drives upward, the sun will head to the horizon at about 8:29 p.m. Plenty of time for dinner, dessert and a sunset toast.

I’d say, “See y’all there,” but not this year.

I’m heading to Martha’s Vineyard for a small project and I’ll have to find my longest day sunset while there. And I hope to see how that island — settled in 1642 — manages to cope with summer tourism, vacation rentals and rising real estate prices.

It’s far less developed than nearby Cape Cod and requires a ferry or plane ride to the mainland to find a Starbucks or McDonald’s.

I’m sure I’ll find all the necessities — and I’ll have a eye out for the Obamas. I plan to visit small town galleries, shops, book stores and restaurants for my morning caffeine fix, seek out some local cuisine — seafood! — and sundown wine. Edgartown will be getting some of my attention. And I’ll take in some nature, but no thank you to whale watching.

Maybe a side-trip to soak up the scenery from the “Jaws” movie location.

Bring on the summer of 2022.

— Bonner Joy, news@islander.org

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Opinion

Abhorrent and vindictive

As a past resident of Anna Maria Island from 1996 to 2005, I find the news that the city of Bradenton Beach is attacking my deceased brother and going after his estate for a so-called Sunshine violation abhorrent and vindictive.

As a developer, Reed Mapes accomplished so much in many years, since the early 1990s, to enhance the beauty and value of the island.

My brother built South Beach Village, North Beach Village, the Sand Castle, Bermuda Bay and perhaps at least 30 or more single-family homes on Anna Maria Island.

The city of Bradenton Beach tried to steal his property on the beach in front of Bermuda Bay and it took my brother 10 years to be compensated at his cost and legal fees to retrieve his investment.

For those of you who own homes my brother built, you have been rewarded with great value since the 1990s.

Enjoy his vision for the positive development of Anna Maria Island.

Stephen Mapes, Bradenton

Elect better

Thank you for describing the ongoing indecent behavior by elected and appointed Bradenton Beach officials toward the late Reed Mapes. (The Islander, June 8, “Bradenton Beach pursues settlement from former P&Z member’s estate) As for the claim against his estate, creative city accounting begs for an independent audit. While Reed was outspoken and forthright, he also was a wizard with numbers and logic. He was rarely wrong.

Having developed many residential communities on Anna Maria Island, he was no stranger to the people who appointed him to the planning board. Their hubris

as they pursue him beyond the grave is unspeakable.

As you said so well in the June 8 editorial, how low will they go?

Take note citizens considering future city appointments: Better lawyer-up.

Bradenton Beach’s best solution: Elect better people who will clean up city hall.

Fred and Janice Teeter, Bradenton

I got this!

I have been told that when someone passes that you treasure deeply, you should try and carry on whatever you admired the most about them to keep their memory alive within your heart.

My husband, Reed Mapes, was the strongest person I have even known and had such a drive and will to live.

He conquered nine of his cancers over the past 14 years.

He was still fighting to live April 13, the day he passed away.

I am heartbroken to learn how his death was discussed so coldheartedly, in such a vengeful way, by the city of Bradenton Beach.

We worked more than 30 years together.

I admired how Reed always was willing to help people. I witnessed his enthusiasm with mentorship, his passion for working with his hands, designing and building, the love he had for his family and friends.

I admired so much about Reed and I am thankful we had 42 years together, but I will try and carry on until I am lucky enough to join him — one being the passion he showed for things he believed in and how they were worth fighting for.

Rest in peace, sweetie.

I got this!

Mary Mapes, Bradenton

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Sunbrella days

looking back

a 1914 postcard of the anna maria city Pier, built in 1911, before the first bridge from the mainland. The old pier was damaged and renovated multiple times over 100 years and then demolished in 2018 after some accumulated damages and a final blow from Hurricane irma.

Shout out to island father a 1913 postcard for the anna maria city Pier, built about three years earlier, shows the 776foot pier and the Trice home. The information attached to the photo reads: The pier was commissioned by the anna maria Beach company and was the brainchild of Will Bean, whose father homesteaded a large tract of land in 1893, and charles roser. during the 1910s and 1920s, the pier had various buildings attached, including private residences. islander Photos: courtesy manatee county Public Library systems

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From the June 12, 2002, issue

• Manatee County Natural Resources director Charlie Hunsicker said the second phase of beach renourishment would be vegetation of the coastline with native plants, primarily sea oats. Volunteers were sought to move the project forward. Phase I involved pumping sand from the Gulf of Mexico onto eroding beaches.

• Charter fishing Capt. Mike Greig and neighbors around 58th Street in Holmes Beach pooled resources and put a boom across their canal entry to keep seagrasses and algae out of the canal. Greig said the idea came after city and county officials said there was no money to fund canal cleanups.

• The Lardas family of Anna Maria sold vacant canalfront property on South Bay Boulevard to GSR Development LLC for $3.1 million. The quitclaim sale allowed title to the property to be transferred to the new owners. GSR principals Robert Byrne and Steve Noriega negotiated the purchase and said they would develop Villa Rosa, a gated subdivision of single-family homes.

From the June 13, 2012, issue

The islander archives are at ufdc.ufl.edu.

• Two former Bradenton Beach Planning and Zoning Board members and a third Bradenton Beach resident sued June 4, challenging a joint development agreement on the beach between the city and BeachHouse Restaurant.

• When candidate qualifying for the 2012 election wound down, there was no candidate in Anna Maria for mayor.

• Anna Maria island community center executive board members unanimously agreed to rename their meeting room the “Pierrette Kelly Conference Room” in honor of the outgoing center director.

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New legislation could soften island insurance market

By Kane Kaiman Islander Reporter

Here’s some good news for shingle-payers.

Palmetto-based insurance broker Jim Cirillo said state legislation passed in May is “a step in the right direction” to softening a property insurance market that is “harder” than ever.

State legislators convened for a special session in May to hammer out remedial laws for the insurance crisis, a statewide supply-and-demand problem.

They passed Senate Bills 2D and 4D — sponsored by Sen. Jim Boyd, R-Bradenton, that would: • Authorize $2 billion for a reinsurance fund that carriers can access if they reduce customer premiums; • Forbid carriers from denying DeSantis coverage based on a roof’s age if the roof is less than 15 years old or if an inspection shows an older roof has five or more years of viability; • Change state building code to permit homeowners to repair rather than replace roofs that are more than Boyd 25% damaged; • Discourages attorneys from pursuing frivolous lawsuits and Floridians from making unscrupulous roofing claims.

In recent years, global catastrophes, as well as lawsuits related to Hurricanes Irma and Michael, have drained the coffers of “reinsurance” outfits — entities

The Runaway Bay entryway between rainstorms June 10. The 186-unit condo association is seeking to reduce its property insurance rate by an Oct. 1 deadline. Islander Photo: Kane Kaiman

that provide insurance for insurance companies.

The reinsurance shortage has forced many carriers out of business. Survivors have instituted more stringent underwriting policies related to the age of roofs and composition of buildings and many carriers have stopped writing policies for properties in high-risk areas, namely barrier islands.

To make matters worse, Citizens Property Insurance Corp., an entity that receives special reinsurance privileges from the state, tightened its underwriting guidelines, leaving many Floridians without an “insurer of last resort,” Cirillo said June 8.

HB water committee discusses sample results

By Ryan Paice Islander Reporter

The results are in and they aren’t looking good for Holmes Beach’s waterways.

Steve Suau, a project engineer from Sarasota-based Progressive Water Resources, told the Holmes Beach Clean Water Committee June 8 that recent water samples from a city canal tested extremely poor, according to CWC Chair Ron Huibers.

The samples were taken May 11 by Suau and project engineer Peter Brown at a canal near city hall, 5801 Marina Drive, during a bloom of Lyngbya wollei, also known as “brown gumbo” algae.

Lyngbya wollei grows in Anna Maria Sound, producing thick mats that float on the surface and get pushed by the tides into nearby waterways, including the canals on AMI. Tests of the samples showed nitrogen levels exceeding levels detected in polluted wastewater discharged into the Tampa Bay estuary from the Piney Point phosphate plant.

“In addition, the oxygen levels were extremely low due to the excess nitrogen loading of the algae,”

Huibers wrote in a June 8 email.

Sarasota Bay Estuary Program executive director Dave Tomasko, along with Suau, recommended removing the algae from local waters to reduce nitrogen loading and improve water quality.

However, since algal blooms are a seasonal issue, removal may mitigate the issue but not solve it.

Nevertheless, the city can act to mitigate blooms and the water quality issues they cause for the city.

City commissioners recently budgeted up to $30,000 for bioremediation testing with the Cape Coral-based Ecological Laboratories’ product, MicrobeLift, at Spring Lake.

The product contains bacteria that, when poured into a body of water, breaks down dead algae, reduces nitrates and unpleasant odors, as well as improves water clarity and quality.

Testing the product will involve applying multiple treatments to the waterway and sampling the results, and Huibers wrote that the CWC had identified a Florida grant apply for to help fund the testing.

In the meantime, CWC members made some additional requests of the city, including:

Island condo associations that employ Cirillo — including Runaway Bay and Coquina Moorings in Bradenton Beach, as well as Island Village of Holmes Beach — have faced non-renewals in the past two years.

Like other property owners across the state, the associations have scrambled to obtain insurance, and the rates have escalated.

Runaway Bay, for example — which received a non-renewal letter from American Coastal Insurance Co. in July 2021 due to the age of its roofs — purchased a $581,260 layered insurance package, up from $172,152 the year before.

Last year, Coquina Moorings faced non-renewal from Citizens, also due to the age of its roofs, before Cirillo secured private wind insurance in late December 2021 for $30,000, nearly double what the association paid the year before.

Following an early 2022 non-renewal, Island Villages was facing an annual rate increase from $75,000 to $250,000 before Cirillo secured a $164,000 package for the association in April on the back of risk mitigation documentation.

Cirillo said the new insurance legislation — signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis days before hurricane season began June 1 — likely will not have an immediate impact on the island market.

“None of these carriers are going to jump back into the market in the middle of hurricane season but I think if we’re lucky and we have a slow season, we’re spared from any major storms, you’ll start to see the benefit of it by the end of this year,” he said.

Since more carriers write insurance for individual homes and condos than condo associations, the $2 bilplease, see Insurance, Next Page

• Collaborate with Suncoast Waterkeeper to expand water sampling to drinking water to test for PFAs, or polyfluoroalkyls, which are long-lasting and often cancerous chemical compounds found throughout the globe due to widespread use; • Request a proposal from EcoLabs for the bioremediation pilot and expanded water sampling efforts, to be done in conjunction with the Center of Anna Maria Island’s “Go Green” mini-reef tests; • Obtain quotes for mechanical remediation or removal of Lyngbya wollei and other problematic algal blooms; • Update the city website to improve public communication on water quality initiatives.

Rusty Chinnis, who chairs the Sarasaota-based nonprofit Suncoast Waterkeeper, was asked to speak at the CWC meeting.

He told committee members he supports the idea of a meeting or summit of the area’s water quality organizations to determine a common agenda and priority recommendations.

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Project engineer Peter Brown of Sarasota-based Progressive Water Resources collects a water sample May 11 for testing from a canal near Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, during an outbreak of Lyngbya wollei algae. Islander Photo: Courtesy Ron Huibers

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AMI property values rise in 2022 estimate

Up, up and way up.

That’s an assessment from the Manatee County Property Appraiser’s Office on the rising local property values from 2021 to 2022.

The total market value of properties in the three island cities for 2022 is $7,511,224,785.

In Holmes Beach, the estimate on new taxable value for 2022 is up 222.68% over 2021’s value.

Earlier in June, the appraiser’s office released its “estimate report” comparing 2022 preliminary property values with 2021 values.

The estimates will help local government work up fiscal year 2022-23 budgets, which rely heavily on property tax revenues.

The PAO’s report contained the following:

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2022 market value

Difference

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2022 taxable value

Difference

Location

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2022 new taxable

Difference

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$1,742,578,952 $879,213,862 $2,742,407,665 $60,144,147,496 $1,445,871,855 $724,954,727 $2,354,027,565 $44,879,776,063 $31,187,895 $8,879,844 $18,291,035 $1,299,765,249

lion reinsurance fund will do more to stabilize the individual property insurance market, he said.

“People don’t realize that reinsurance represents the bulk of your insurance premium that you pay as a consumer to your carrier,” Cirillo said. “So, what this (fund) does is provide cheap and readily available reinsurance at much cheaper rates with a much lower deductible threshold to the insurance carriers than they could get in the private market and that savings is passed down to the consumer.”

Thanks to the new roofing rules, condo associations that have maintained their roofs and compiled documentation will no longer be unfairly excluded from the market, the 20-year broker said.

SB 2D, which limits or bans attorney fees and deters fraudulent claims, is critically important, he said.

“The claims that were in the gray area or just outrightly did not quality, those are the ones that hurt the industry,” Cirillo said. “And it’s not even the claim itself. For every $1 spent on the claim there was up to $11 in attorney fees and other soft costs that the insurance carriers had to pay that really cost consumers mil-

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lions of dollars and the industry billions in losses.”

While the market remains hard, consumers should implement the insurance-hunting strategies Cirillo and Runaway Bay Condo Association treasurer Mark Douglas are employing to reduce the organization’s premium by its Oct. 1 renewal deadline, Cirillo said.

As chair of the association’s insurance finance committee, Douglas prepared a “portfolio of good behavior,” a collection of documents detailing roof and structural inspections and repairs, in preparation for negotiations with carriers in the fall.

Cirillo and Douglas also are seeking a 15-month package to shift the association’s annual insurance hunt into the winter, well ahead of hurricane season and before carriers reach “capacity” in island zip codes.

To mitigate risk, carriers have limits on the amount of insurance they write in a year in any given area.

With a portfolio of good behavior in hand, Cirillo hopes to save Runaway Bay about $181,000 this year, no small feat given current market conditions.

“And it could’ve been even worse if we didn’t put in the work to show the quality of the risk and to convince the carrier to take it on,” he said.

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Screening ‘The Dressmaker’ “The dressmaker” will entertain attendees of the “movie matinees” program at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 23, at the Paradise center. The film stars Kate Winslet and Liam Hemsworth. she’s a dressmaker with a reputation.

He’s an australian farmer. admission is free for members and $10 for guests. The center is at 546 Bay isles road, Longboat Key. for more info, call 941-383-6493.

compiled by Lisa neff, calendar@islander.org.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ONGOING ON AMI Throughout June, artist Sharon Lennox Woelfling’s “Coastal Impressions” painting exhibit, Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: islandgallerywest.com, 941-7786648.

LBK Paradise Center hosts ‘Grapes and Games’

Can you name that tune?

The Longboat Key Paradise Center is hosting Through Aug. 5, “Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experi“Grapes and Games!” this summer, including an hour ence,” Starry Night Pavilion at University Town Center, 195 Univerof “fun and laughter” 1-2 p.m. Thursday, June 16. sity Town Center Drive, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: vanThe cost to attend is $10 for nonmembers. There is goghsarasota.com. no fee for members of the center, 546 Bay Isles Road, ONGOING OFF AMI

Through Aug. 13, Thursday-Saturday, Laser Light Nights at the Bishop, Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-746-4131.

Through Aug. 28, “Metadata: Rethinking Photography in the 21st Century,” The Ringling, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-360-7390.

First Fridays, 6-9:30 p.m., Village of the Arts First Fridays Artwalk, 12th Street West and 12th Avenue West, Bradenton. Information: villageofthearts.com.

Second and fourth Saturdays, 2-4 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: floridamaritimemuseum.org, fmminfo@manateeclerk.com.

Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: mymanatee.org/library, 941-778-6341.

Friday, June 17 10 a.m. — 40 Carrots for ages 0-5, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: mymanatee.org/library, 941-7786341.

Tuesday, June 21 10 a.m.— Family storytime, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: mymanatee.org/library, 941-7786341.

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Through July, summer June 23, LBK Paradise Center’s Movie Matinee, Longboat reading program, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Key. June 30, LBK Paradise Center’s Wine Bottle Night Light, Long- Beach. Information: mymanatee.org/library, 941-778-6341. boat Key. Dec. 2-3, Bradenton Blues Fest, Bradenton.

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Longboat Key. The center also continues to host fitness classes, as well as movie matinees.

For more information or to register for a program, call 941-383-6493 or email paradisecenterrsvp@gmail. com.

CLUBS & COMMUNITY ON AMI Thursday, June 16 2 p.m. — Sunshine Stitchers Knit and Crochet, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

Saturday, June 18 11 a.m. — Meditation with Sheryl, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341.

Wednesday, June 22 9 a.m. — Senior Adventures’ outing to Red Barn Flea Market, Center of Anna Maria Island, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-1908.

1 p.m. — Anna Maria Island and West Manatee Democratic Club Summer Chat, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 954-8043431.

KIDS & FAMILY

ONGOING ON AMI Through Aug. 7, “Sharks: On Assignment with Brian Skerry” exhibit, Mote Marine Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, City Fridays, 11:30 a.m., Mahjong Club, Island Library, 5701 Marina ON AMI Island, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-388-4441.

Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: mymanatee.org/library, 941-778Thursday, June 16 First Wednesdays, “SOAR in 4” family night, The Bishop 6341.

10 a.m. — Wildlife Inc. visits with an owl, Island Library, 5701 Museum, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m., Mahjong Club, Island Library, 5701 941-746-4131.

Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: mymanatee.org/library, 941-778-6341.

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July 4, Anna Maria Island Privateers Independence Day Parade, islandwide.

Aug. 4-7, Anna Maria Island Privateers Pirate Invasion Weekend, various locations.

Oct. 15, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce’s Bayfest, Anna Maria.

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OFF AMI Thursday, June 16 1 p.m. — LBK Paradise Center “Grapes and Games,” 546 Bay Isles Road, Longboat Key. Fee may apply. Information: 941-3836493.

ONGOING OFF AMI Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m., Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island lunch meeting, Slicker’s Eatery, 12012 Cortez Road W., Cortez. Information: 512-944-4177.

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Democratic club sets ‘Summer Chat’ dates

Island gallery seeks members

Island Gallery West is accepting applications for new member-artists to show their work in the gallery.

Membership information, requirements and application forms are on the gallery website at islandgallerywest.com.

For more information, call 941-778-6648.

Bayfront site of all-ages iNaturalist activity

Eye spy a seagrape.

Manatee County Parks and Natural Resources in partnership with the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens will host an “EcoFlora Bioblitz” at Bayfront Park in Anna Maria.

Day campin’ at center The event is set for 9 a.m. Wednesday, June 15, at Kids and counselors celebrate the start of summer the park, 315 N. Bay Blvd. activities during the first week of day camp at the An announcement said participants — ages 5 and center of anna maria island, 407 magnolia ave., older — will use the iNaturalist smartphone app to anna maria. camps will continue through July 29. document plant species during a guided walk from the With an increase in enrollment, the center is hiring park to Bean Point. additional counselors, seeking young people who Reservations are required. are “positive, proactive and caring” to focus on For more information about the event, email Selby “giving campers a fun, safe camp experience.”

Gardens at ecoflora@selby.org. counselors are seasonal employees at the center.

To reach the county parks department, call 941for more information, call the center at 941-7781908 or email a resume to programs@centerami.org. 742-5923. islander courtesy Photo SAVE THE DATE July 23, Anna Maria Island Privateers Christmas in July at the Drift-In, Bradenton Beach.

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July 15, Anna Maria Island Privateers scholarship night with the Bradenton Marauders, Bradenton.

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KEEP THE DATES AMI Dragon Boat Team-Paddlers from Paradise practices and meetups, various times and locations. Information: 941-462-2626, Throughout June, LGBTQ mrbradway@gmail.com.

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The Anna Maria Island and West Manatee Democratic Club will hold a series of “Summer Chat” events beginning a day after the first day of summer.

The first chat — on the question, “What are your most pressing issues that need to be addressed by those running for office in November?” — will be 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, June 22.

The event will be at the Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

Additional chats — at locations to be announced later — will be July 20 and Aug. 17.

For more information, call Tom Ehren at 954804-3431.

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Going places: Surf’s up for island son, first in class at MHS By nicole Quigley islander guest writer

Anyone who is wondering about the prospects for young islanders need only spend a few minutes with Holmes Beach teen Samuel Wright — if you can get him off the waves.

The 2022 high school graduate finished at the top of his Manatee High class. He’ll be attending the University of Florida, majoring in applied mathematics.

Wright’s family moved to the island in 2016. He attended Johnson Middle School of International Studies in East Bradenton. And later, while a student at Manatee, Wright transitioned to college classes at the University of South Florida’s Sarasota campus for his upper class years. The county pays for the courses, which allowed Wright to graduate high school with 60 college credits.

But there’s more to Wright’s story than good grades. Like many islanders, Wright’s journey has not only been about achieving great things. It’s also been about embracing the salt life.

“I’ve pretty much grown up for most of my life on Anna Maria … I’m always outside. I’m always out on the beach. I love surfing, skating, skimboarding, pretty much anything outside. I go with friends fishing, spearfishing, and it’s like the island lifestyle. And that’s how I’ve grown up,” Wright said.

Wright pursued his love for the outdoors thanks to online college-level classes. When the pandemic hit and his high school friends transitioned to online school, Wright had been learning remotely.

“I’ve loved it. I know it’s not for everyone. I can do whatever I want when I want and still see my best friends,” he said.

Wright was captain of Manatee’s varsity basketball team the past two years. He also was on the sailing team his junior year, making it to the regional finals in Charleston, South Carolina. And he volunteers through Key Club and is a member of the National Honor Soci-

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He’s quick to point to his family support as a key to his success.

He says his parents drove home values that he counts as a driving force behind where he is today: “Hard work, discipline and manners are the keys to a lot of success. Being genuine and humble with people.

You have to go into every conversation as a humble person.”

Wright also counts some of his Manatee teachers as inspiration, including Bryan Dacey, a power and energy teacher, and Christopher Peters, his shop teacher.

“I feel like they’re like life teachers for me because I’ve gotten really, really close with them,” Wright said.

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He’s also considering a double major in computer science or data analytics.

He has a Florida Bright Futures scholarship, which covers tuition and fees. He also is a recipient of the Anna Maria Island Historical Society scholarship.

“Thankfully, my parents did the Florida prepaid program back in the day, so I can take out that money and apply it toward extra expenses,” Wright said.

And then there’s the musician. Wright started playing violin at the age of 6. When he got older, he started listening to older bluegrass and fiddle music and he transitioned styles. Wright’s parents connected him to Debbie Zanders, a fiddle teacher in Palmetto, who inspired a lifelong love for the music.

“She taught me everything I needed to know about fiddle-style music. One of the big things I learned was how to play by ear. Now that’s pretty much all I play by now—mostly by ear for pretty much any instrument that I do,” Wright said.

He began joining jam sessions about once a month, where he meets some 12 or so musicians who take turns calling out and playing songs.

“It’s a good time. It’s super fun. I’m also probably the only person that’s under the age of 65 that goes to any of them, but I’ll tell you that it’s a good time,” Wright said.

Wright also has learned banjo, mandolin, and guitar. His specialty is Americana music, which incorporates folk, jazz, and country sounds. And it’s paying off.

He now plays gigs at Cedar Cove, North Shore Cafe, Blue Marlin, Ugly Grouper, Bridge Tender. He’ll spend his last summer before college playing gigs on the island before a trip to Alaska.

For Wright, a bright future is ahead, and he is grateful to the island and the people in his life for helping him accomplish his dreams. But ask him where his favorite spots to surf are, and Wright looks away with a wry smile.

“The north end of the island or the south. But I won’t name specific spots. We don’t want people to crowd our surf breaks when the waves are up,” Wright said.

A true island kid, indeed.

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New photo contest launches June 29, enter now The Islander’s Top Notch contest begins anew.

The contest celebrates what still is known as the “Kodak moment,” despite Kodak’s downfall in the switch from film to digital technology.

Look to June 24 for the first deadline and don’t forget your July 4 holiday photos in the coming weeks.

The contest includes six weekly front-page winners. Each will claim an Islander “More than a mullet wrapper” T-shirt.

One weekly shot will take the grand prize in the contest, earning the photographer a $100 prize from The Islander and certificates from local merchants.

A pet photo winner will be announced in the final week.

Look online this week for complete rules and details.

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Obituary

Cheers from NOLA

Mary Fulford Green

Cortez native and community icon Dr. Mary Fulford Green, 96, died June 9.

She was born in Cortez in 1925 in the Billy Fulford house at the end of 123rd Street across from Star Fish Co. Her grandfather, Capt. Billy Fulford, was the first settler in Cortez in 1883 and his original house is still standing at the corner of 123rd Street and Fourth Avenue. His second house, where Mary was born, was built in 1907, closer to the water.

She was the oldest of seven children born to Walton “Tink” and Edith Wilson Fulford and had 41 first cousins. For most of her life, anyone who lived in Cortez was a relative. Tink Fulford was recognized as the most successful fisherman of his generation. Mary lived in her parents’ 1926 home for the past 20 years.

She graduated from Bradenton High School in 1942 as valedictorian and went to Florida State College for Women in Tallahassee, where she obtained a bachelor’s degree in science. She returned to Tallahassee and FSU in 1960 after her husband retired from the U.S. Air Force and obtained a master’s and later a doctorate degree in education.

When she returned to Manatee County in 1974, she began work to preserve the Cortez fishing village and had a remarkable string of successes.

She knew how to lean in, long before it became Bible school adventures sharon skladany leads a program at roser church’s popular for women to do so. In 1985 after the local government had given approval for a boat manufacvacation Bible school, which took place at the church the week beginning June 6. students played turer to construct a large marina and block the channel games, attended lessons and also ate supper at the to Cortez, she led a successful campaign to overturn frank Williams, manager of island mail and Print in Holmes Beach, takes time away from the shop in Holmes Beach to visit Bourbon street in new orleans — twice — in may. He liked the destination so much, he returned memorial day weekend in his islander tie-dye shirt. islander courtesy Photo

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Vacation Bible school attendees enjoy faithand-games activities outside roser memorial community church in anna maria.

BeLoW: roser memorial community church’s associate director of music ministries, Brandon Kouri, helps to open the VBs program at the church the week of June 6. islander courtesy Photos

Roser to celebrate Dads

Roser Memorial Community Church will celebrate Father’s Day with special recognitions during worship services Sunday, June 19.

“All guys in attendance will receive a gift,” according to a news release from the church. And all visitors in attendance will receive a Fig Newton, along with a story about a connection between the church and the cookie.

Worship will be in the chapel at 8:30 a.m. and the sanctuary at 10 a.m. at the church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria.

For more information, go online to roserchurch. com or call the church office at 941-778-0414.

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Worship: Sundays, 9:15 a.m.

Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414, roserchurch.com.

Worship: Sundays, 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m.

Ongoing: First and third Wednesdays, 9 a.m., Hope Seeds packing; Sundays, 8:30 a.m., adult Sunday school.

St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Info: 941-778-4769, stbernardcc.com.

Worship: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.; Saturdays, 4 p.m.; Sundays, 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m.

CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.

Info: 941-778-0719, crosspointefellowship.church.

Worship: Sundays, 9 a.m.

Ongoing: Wednesdays, 7 a.m., men’s Bible meeting; 9:30 a.m. women’s Bible study.

Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Info: 941-778-1638, amiannunciation.org.

Worship: Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.; Sundays, 9:15 a.m. through Labor Day. OFF AMI Ongoing: Wednesdays, 8 a.m., men’s meeting.

Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive. Holmes Christ Church of Longboat Key Presbyterian USA, 6400 Beach. Info: 941-778-1813, gloriadeilutheran.com.

Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Info: 941-900-4903, christchurWorship: Sundays, 9:30 a.m. choflbk.org.

Ongoing: Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m., social gathering, Manatee Worship: Sundays, 10 a.m.

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ObiTuarY from Page 14 mary fulford green, 1990, standing among stacks of commercial crab traps in cortez. islander courtesy Photo

the multimillion-dollar project.

In the 1980s, she and cousin Sue Turner were vocal opponents to the marijuana smuggling trade that had taken over much of coastal Florida. Even after threats from the smugglers, they spoke out, organized protests and appeared on TV, pushing local law enforcement to stop the smuggling in Manatee County.

She helped form the Cortez Village Historical Society in 1985, served as treasurer and edited the CVHS newsletter for more than 35 years.

She was one of the driving forces to create the Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage in 1991 and purchase the 100-acre FISH preserve on Sarasota Bay. In 1992, she helped fight the Florida DOT’s plans

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to build a high-rise bridge from Cortez to the beach.

She was successful then and was actively against new plans for a high-rise bridge in Cortez up until the last weeks of her life.

In 1995, she was successful in gaining recognition for Cortez on the National Register of Historic Places.

This included identifying and providing historic data on 95 structures in the village.

She lobbied Manatee County in 1999 to purchase the former 1912-Cortez School, which today is the Florida Maritime Museum. She helped raise funds to renovate the museum in 2005 and in recent years to move a historic cottage from Bradenton Beach to the FISH preserve to serve as the Cortez Cultural Center.

She was a fixture not only at the Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival but at county fairs and other events selling Cortez books and strawberry shortcake for CVHS. Her contributions to Manatee County didn’t stop in Cortez. In 1974, she helped create the career counseling program at Manatee Community College, now State College of Florida.

She was one of the founders of Hope Family Services in 1979 and served as the first director of the spouse abuse refuge house.

She also a licensed mental health counselor, serving on the board and as a full-time volunteer of the Manatee Mental Health Association for many years.

She volunteered with the Manatee County Drug Court, at the Manatee County jail and several Florida prisons to mentor and counsel incarcerated women, helping them rehabilitate their lives, teaching them the Bible and helping them find employment after release.

She spoke at several national prison ministry conferences on her work in Manatee County.

She would always say her most important work was for the church. She was a member of the Cortez Church of Christ and invited everyone she met to join her on Sundays, where it was not unusual to see a person she just met that week seated next to her on the pew.

She taught Bible classes by mail for World Bible School for over 20 years and many years taught a

mary fulford green poses march 18 with a historic preservation award presented to her by the manatee chapter of the daughters of the american revolution. islander file Photo

weekly women’s Bible class at the Cortez Trailer Park.

Arrangements are by Brown & Sons Funeral Home, 5624 26th St. W., Bradenton, with visitation 5-7 p.m. Friday, June 17, and the service at 11 a.m.

Saturday, June 18. Burial will be at Palma Sola Cemetery, Bradenton.

Memorial donations may be made to World Christian Broadcasting, 605 Bradley Court, Franklin, TN 37067, or Cortez Village Historical Society, P.O. Box 663, Cortez, FL 34215.

Mrs. Fulford is survived by daughters Cathy and husband Tom Ryon of Locust Grove, Virginia; Carol Kio Green and husband Jim Kio of Tallahassee; sons Ben of Tallahassee and Mark and wife Mary of Cordova, Tennessee; 13 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren; sisters Irene Taylor of Cortez and Ann Dean Riddick of Searcy, Arkansas; brothers Wayne and wife Betty Fulford of Stanley, North Carolina, and Gary Fulford of Bradenton; and many nieces and nephews.

Editor’s note: Mark Green contributed to this tribute to his mother.

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And be sure to take a sunset or beach photo with the family while there to remember a wonderful Father’s Day celebration.

While spending the day on a rental or your own boat, the Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant and Pub on Longboat Key is the perfect stopping point for fresh seafood and drinks. Located at GPS coordinates 27.437993 N, -82.681861 W MXVW VRXWK RI /RQJERDW 3DVV DQG ZHVW RI -HZ¿VK Key at ICW#3914, convenient slips make access to this waterfront restaurant a great option.

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Cops & Courts

‘No Swim’ advisory issued for causeway beach

Bradenton resident arrested

by BBPD for narcotics

Bradenton Beach police arrested Bradenton resident Amy Endsley, 57, June 5 for alleged possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.

BBPD Officer Kyle Orms was on patrol at the Coquina South Boat Ramp when he noticed a vehicle parked at an awkward angle.

Orms then observed that an occupant, a woman later identified as Endsley, appeared to be passed out in the passenger seat.

According to the police report, the officer looked through the vehicle window and saw a glass pipe near Endsley’s feet.

Orms also reported finding a plastic bag containing what field-tested positive for methamphetamine.

Endsley was arrested and eventually transported to the Manatee County jail, where she was booked for possession of methamphetamine.

If convicted of the third-degree felony, she faces up to five years in prison, five years of probation and a $5,000 fine.

Endsley also is charged with possession of drug paraphernalia, a first-degree misdemeanor.

Her arraignment is set for Friday July 1, at the Manatee County Judicial Center in Bradenton.

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Island police reports

Anna Maria June 5, 100 block of Sycamore Avenue, larceny.

The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call regarding the theft of two bicycles. A deputy took the complainant’s statement that he and another person rode their bicycles to the beach and secured them. When they returned, the bikes were gone. The bicycles were rented from Beach Bums.

June 5, 9808 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria Rocks, larceny. The MCSO responded to the store, where a clerk reported someone tried to steal merchandise. Deputies did not find a suspect.

The MCSO polices Anna Maria.

Bradenton Beach No new reports.

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Cortez No new reports.

The MCSO polices Cortez.

Holmes Beach

The Florida Department of Health in Manatee County issued a “no swim” advisory for Palma Sola South, a beach along the Palma Sola Causeway on Manatee Avenue/State Road 64.

The notice was issued June 10.

Other beaches located in Manatee County were not under an advisory.

The advisory indicates water contact might pose an increased risk of infectious diseases to humans.

Health department officials issued the notice after samples taken June 6 and June 8 showed an elevated level of enterococci bacteria.

The advisory will be in effect until the water meets U.S. Environmental Protection Agency safety guidelines.

For more information, contact the health department at 941-714-7593 or floridahealth.gov.

— Lisa neff

a sign June 13 at the Palma sola south beach on manatee avenue cautions against swimming due to “high bacteria levels.” islander Photo: Lisa neff

June 1, 6700 block of Palm Drive, no license. An officer from the Holmes Beach Police Department clocked a motorist driving 42 mph in a 25-mph zone.

The officer conducted a traffic stop and spoke with the driver, who did not have a Florida license despite living and working in the state for more than 30 days.

The officer issued a court summons and citations.

June 5, West Coast Surf Shop, 3902 Gulf Drive, trespass. An officer responded to reports of shoplifting and spoke with the owner, who said he saw a juvenile attempt to steal a bracelet. He said he stopped the juvenile and waited for the police to arrive. The officer issued the juvenile a trespass warning at the owner’s request.

June 7, Walgreens, 3200 E. Bay Drive, grand theft.

An officer responded to reports of a past theft at the liquor store. The officer spoke with the manager, who said security cameras caught footage of a theft. Three women left without paying for several baskets of alcohol. Staff provided the officer with an itemized receipt of the stolen goods, totaling $1,232.76, and video of the incident.

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FISH approves plans to inject preserve with waterways

By Kane Kaiman islander reporter

They liked the flow.

At a June 6 meeting at Fishermen’s Hall in Cortez, the Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage board unanimously approved a Sarasota Bay Estuary Program/ Environmental Science Associates conceptual plan to install waterways in the nonprofit’s nature preserve.

The plan calls for earth removal to carve out a marshland and open/deep water system near the 100acre preserve’s eastern border with Sarasota Bay RV Park, 10777 Cortez Road W., Bradenton.

When the system is installed, stormwater from a retention pond near the RV park’s western border — which board members said flows directly into Sarasota Bay after heavy rains — will stream into the preserve for natural filtration.

In addition to protecting the bay by purifying runoff from Cortez Road and the RV Park, the deepwater areas could serve as additional habitat for juvenile fish, board member Angela Collins, a Florida Sea Grant agent and marine biologist, said.

SBEP will submit the plan to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Southwest Florida Water Management District and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection in applications for project permits.

Since 2005, FISH, in conjunction with SBEP and other partners, has endeavored to restore the preserve — east of the historic Cortez fishing village and bounded in part by 119th Street to the west, Cortez Road to the north, the RV park to the east and Sarasota Bay to the south — to its natural state and to create amenities for hikers, kayakers and other nature-lovers.

The preserve was conceived as a buffer for the fishing village from development.

Creating the waterways will be part of the fourth and final phase of the preserve restoration project, but FISH leadership has not released a timetable for the completion of the overall initiative.

Two other preserve-related items were discussed

nine members of the florida institute of saltwater Heritage’s 11-member board discuss a sarasota Bay estuary Program plan to install waterways in an eastern section of the nonprofit’s nature preserve. The review took place at a June 6 meeting at fishermen’s Hall in cortez. islander Photo: Kane Kaiman

at the June 6 meeting: • Treasurer Jane von Hahmann called for an updated, aerial survey of the sanctuary to ward off any confusion about the preserve’s western and southern boundaries, which extend into Sarasota Bay; • Von Hahmann told the board a 4-by-8-foot sign featuring wildlife and organizations FISH has partnered with to restore the preserve, including SBEP, is being prepared. FISH plans to install the sign east of 115th Street West along the southern side of Cortez Road.

board since the organization’s inception in 1991 and was instrumental in the establishment of the preserve.

He was a much revered environmentalist, having received a Gulf Coast Guardian Award and, in 2015, was inducted into the Manatee County Agricultural Hall of Fame.

“I just wanted to tell you guys that John talked about FISH to everyone he knew,” Collins said. “The preserve was so close to his heart. The Giving Challenges, he would go out there and stomp the pavement He will be missed and a lot of those donations that came in every year …

At the meeting, the board mourned had some association to John and his mission to get the death of John Stevely, 72, one of funding for FISH.” its founding members.

The distinguished marine biolo- More FISH gist, who had been battling cancer, The next board meeting will be 7 p.m. Monday, died May 27 while taking a walk in July 11, at Fishermen’s Hall, 4515 124th St. W., stevely Robinson Preserve in Bradenton.

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nesting notes

By Samara Paice

Education goes a long way

Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch and Shorebird Monitoring volunteers are cross-training and offering conservation lessons to people on the beach at the library.

Just check into the Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, to check out the display created

by AMITW volunteers Karen and Chuck Anderson.

The display, which will remain near the library entrance through June, provides information on conservation and loggerhead sea turtles.

Meanwhile, on the shore, AMITW volunteers

amiTW created the June display at the island Library, 5701 marina drive, Holmes Beach.

are fielding questions from curious beachgoers while tracking and marking new nests and false crawls.

Nesting season is active, with Zone 2 — along the Gulf shore in Holmes Beach and Anna Maria — reaching and surpassing the 100-nest mark June 9.

AMITW has sectioned the island into three zones for monitoring nesting and hatchling activity — Zone 1 in Bradenton Beach, Zone 2 and Zone 3 on the bayfront.

Other nesting notes • AMITW volunteers noted a nesting loggerhead June 9 near the 800 block of North Shore Drive in Anna Maria knocked down an enclosure for a previously marked nest.

The Andersons restored the markings at the older nest and then located the new nest just a couple of feet away.

The obstructed nesting attempt, or “ONA,” will be reported to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

The Andersons also spoke June 9 from Debbie and Dave Keener, who were vacationing from Draper, Virginia, providing the beachgoers with information about the threat of human-made holes to sea turtles.

AMITW had documented a false crawl that day by a female loggerhead that, upon approaching a sizable hole, returned to the Gulf without laying its eggs.

• Of note: Barbara Riskay is filling in for AMITW executive director Suzi Fox while she recovers after a car crash. Riskay can be reached at snqqpy24@aol. com or 404-275-9422.

• The Sea Turtle Conservancy, a nonprofit organization established in 1959 and dedicated to the research, education and protection of sea turtles around the world, is planning the public release of a loggerhead, nicknamed “Esther,” in partnership with AMITW, the Waterline Resort and Mainsail Vacation Rentals.

The release is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. Monday, June 20, at Coquina Beach but the date and time are subject to weather and release conditions.

The capture, including tagging with a satellite tracker, is part of the STC’s Tour de Turtle program, a race, of sorts, in miles traveled while being monitored after release from beaches in Costa Rica, Panama, Nevis, Anna Maria Island and other locations in Flor-

amiTW volunteer Karen anderson fields questions June 9 from debbie and dave Keener of draper, Virginia, about loggerhead tracks on the beach near 43rd street in Holmes Beach. Barbara riskay will be filling in for suzi fox while she recovers. islander Photos: samara Paice

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The turtle that travels the most miles over a threemonth period starting Aug. 1 will be the winner of Tour de Turtle.

More details about the event can be found on conserveturtles.org or by following the STC Facebook site.

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By Lisa Neff

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Witness father’s nature.

In May, I toured the James Museum of Western and Wildlife Art with my wife and dad, an early Father’s Day treat before my pop departed Florida for a summer in Illinois.

My dad most wanted to see the Western-themed art, especially the sculptures stationed in the canyonlike entrance to the St. Pete museum.

Connie and I wanted to see the side-by-side exhibitions featuring the grand, majestic photographic works neff of Ansel Adams and Clyde Butcher.

“Ansel Adams: The Masterworks” and “Clyde Butcher: America the Beautiful” opened in early April and will continue until July 31.

It’s no stretch to say Ansel Adams is the grand

pappa of American nature photography and Butcher is his most successful successor.

I knew of Adams’ interpretations of western America — majestic and powerful — before I ever visited California and New Mexico to make my own interpretations.

And I knew of Butcher’s interpretations of Florida — complex and grand and wild — before I ventured off Anna Maria Island to experience what else the state offers.

In the James Museum show, Butcher’s large-scale photographs dramatically, intimately show natural Florida, especially the Everglades, but also capture other wild spaces and places in America.

The Adams’ exhibition features 32 black-andwhite gelatin silver prints, including some of the photographer’s best-known images, such as “Moonrise, Hernandez, New Mexico,” “Aspens, Northern New Mexico,” and “Winter Sunrise, The Sierra Nevada.”

“Beauty,” said museum executive director Laura Hine, “is at the heart of this exhibition. It serves as an opportunity for us to connect with the awe-inspiring natural beauty found all over this country, lifting us out of the day-to-day. And this is a rare opportunity to see these two formidable and influential artists together in one space.”

And it’s a unique opportunity to see together the work of two influential environmentalists.

To help put Adams’ contributions to U.S. environmentalism in perspective, chronologies of the movement mention the publication in 1960 of the Sierra Club’s first “Exhibit Format” series of large, illustrated conservation books — which featured photographs by the photographer and text by Nancy Newhall — as one of the great statements in the history of conservation.

As for Butcher, for his efforts to celebrate nature, especially in our public parks, he’s been cheered as a national treasure.

About six years ago, when Butcher published the book “Celebrating America’s National Parks, Preserves, Monuments, Recreation Areas,” he called to Americans.

“I am filled with gratitude that I live in a country that had the foresight to save so many wild places for future generations,” he said. “They have given us the ability to step out of the rush of the modern world and to return to the quiet peace of nature.”

So get out there this holiday weekend, cherish the time with family and celebrate a quiet peace of nature on AMI or beyond.

And hey, maybe focus on a “top notch” seascape or island landscape photo for an entry in the newspaper’s ongoing photo contest.

Happy Father’s Day.

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Slow summer kick off

Island court challengers

By Kevin P. cassidy islander reporter

Summer — and the sports we follow on AMI — are getting a slow start.

But there was another busy week of golf at the Key Royale Club in Holmes Beach that got started June 6 with the men playing their weekly modified-Stableford system match.

Tom Solosky earned clubhouse bragging rights after carding a plus-3 — three points above his average cassidy points per round. The trio of John Kolojeski, Tom Nelson and Terry Schaefer finished in a tie for second place at plus-2.

The women were on the course June 7 for their weekly nine-hole individual-low-net match in two flights.

Flight A saw Margrit Layh and Roxanne Koche tie for first place at even-par 32. Jenny Huibers was alone in second place at 3-over-par 35.

Terry Westby captured Flight B with a 2-over-par 34, two strokes ahead of Marilyn Niewijk.

The KRC action for the week ended with a June 9 scramble where each player had to use the same club they teed off with until their ball was on the green.

The team of Mike Gillie, Jenny Huibers and Kurt Snouffer matched the score of Mike Cusato, Ken Nagengast and Tom Solosky, who matched the 1-under-par 31 of Ron Huibers, John Kolojeski and Blake

it’s not the roland garros in Paris and they’re not playing tennis. Pickleballers enjoy play June 3 on the public courts at the corner of 62nd street and flotilla drive in Holmes Beach. islander Photo: ryan Paice

Ress for a three-way tie for first place.

Moving over to the horseshoe action June 8 at the Anna Maria City Hall pits, two teams forged 3-0 records during pool play and met in the finals, where Bob Baker and Gary Howcroft outlasted Jerry Disbrow and Steve Doyle, winning by a 21-17 score and earning the day’s bragging rights.

The June 11 games saw Tim Sofran rally for a 21-19 victory in his final pool-play match to finish alone 3-0 pool-play record and the day’s championship.

Play gets underway at 9 a.m. Wednesdays and Sat-

urdays at the Anna Maria pits. Warm ups begin at 8:45 a.m. followed by random team selection.

There is no charge to play and everyone is welcome.

Action in the gym gets started this week for kids ages 4-13 in the youth soccer league at the Center of Anna Maria Island. Matches are played Tuesday evenings. Later this month, adult players will compete outdoors in the summer flag football league, registration ends June 15 with competition Thursday evenings at the center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria.

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Tim sofran lines up what turned out to be the winning ringer June 11 during his final game of pool play at the anna maria city Hall pits. sofran claimed the day’s outright championship. islander Photo: courtesy ami Pitchers

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Father’s Day approaches, expect busy weekend on the water

By Capt. Danny Stasny Islander Reporter

As we approach June 19, many fishers are anxiously anticipating getting on the water to celebrate Father’s Day. Whether from piers, docks, beaches, wading the grass flats or from a boat, we all should anticipate a busy day on the water.

Father’s Day is an important holiday for me, as I thank my father for Stasny instilling the passion of fishing in me so much that it became my livelihood.

From the time I was able to hold a rod and reel in my hands, my father was teaching me how to fish.

In fact, it was a tradition in my family to go fishing whenever opportunity came along.

And growing up in Florida, you can bet we had a lot of opportunities.

Not only did my dad teach me to fish, he instilled in me the proper ethics of the sport.

Values such as never keeping illegal fish and only keeping enough fish to feed our family to preserve our fishery for further generations were just a few of the lessons he taught me.

He also taught me that fishers are secretive about their spots and how they catch their fish. There was no Facebook back then for people to feed their egos like nowadays. These are values I carry with me and practice every day in my profession.

My dad also taught me the importance of not being wasteful while fishing. You never kill an animal just to kill it — there has to be a purpose. And a lot of times, we just fished for fun, letting everything go.

We just enjoyed quality time together — fishing.

Mary Torres of Tampa shows off her June 12 catch — the one fish that has eluded her for 20 years! She was guided to the tarpon, a 70-pounder, by Capt. Warren Girle.

Jason Ellis of Bradenton shows off a June 8 catch, a 23-pound American red snapper that ate a live sardine about 50 miles out in the Gulf of Mexico.

Ellis was guided to the fishing by Capt. David White of Anna Maria Charters.

So, I want to say, “Thanks, Dad. I owe everything to you. I now support my family in my dream career.

And it’s all because of you. Happy Father’s Day.” And Happy Father’s Day to all those dads who taught their kids to fish. And to the kids who carry on their legacy.

On my Just Reel Charters, snook and spotted seatrout are dominating the bite. Limits of trout are attainable by determined anglers as many of the trout being caught are just short of the 15-inch minimum.

As for the snook, they are catch-and-release until the season reopens in September, but they are crowdpleasers for my clients on the boat.

I’m starting to see mangrove snapper being caught on the flats while targeting snook and trout.

These snapper are a welcome sight and are finding their way into the cooler. They could be the perfect catch leading up to Father’s Day and a backyard fish fry.

Capt. Warren Girle is putting clients on tarpon along the Gulf beaches of Longboat Key and Anna Maria Island. Finding schooling fish as they meander up and down the shorelines and casting live crabs to them is key to Girle’s success. Most catches are 60-100 pounds, with larger fish mixed in.

When he’s not hunting tarpon, Girle is finding action in Sarasota Bay, where he reports spotted seatrout are the most abundant species. His clients are landing fish in the slot of 15-19 inches. Girle said he’s also hooking up with quite a few over-slot trout.

On shallow flats, Girle is finding action on snook and redfish. Although not as consistent as the trout bite, Girle is finding respectable numbers of the two species.

Capt. David White is fishing many days offshore, past the sight of land. He’s had some extraordinary luck in finding and observing large — 30 feet of large — whale sharks. The gentle giants almost appear attracted to White, whose numerous sightings are possibly owing to his respect for fish and nature. One trip produced a pod of four. Other trips, including one to the same spot last year, produced a single whale shark. His video and photos are striking — and have attracted a great deal of social media attention.

Meanwhile, in depths of 100-plus feet, White is finding his clients plenty of action on American red

snapper. Live pinfish combined with a bottom rig dropped to the depths are being devoured by these most aggressive fish in the snapper family. An occasional red grouper also is being caught in the snapper areas — if they can beat the snapper to the bait.

In shallower offshore waters of 50-80 feet, White is targeting smaller snapper — yellowtails and mangroves. Both are being caught on live shiners.

Moving inshore, White is targeting tarpon along the beaches. Casting crabs or threadfin herring into schools of silver kings is getting a bite and a trophy photo for clients.

Numerous varieties of shark are being found along the beaches, too. White points out that blacktips, bull sharks and hammerheads are quick to sniff out a cutbait soaked on the bottom along the shorelines.

Lastly, fishing mangroves for catch-and-release snook on the flats is providing action for sport anglers.

Capt. Jason Stock is finding plenty of action offshore in the Gulf of Mexico. American red snapper are the hot species to target and his clients are taking limits of the tasty fish. Red and gag grouper are being caught, as well as many yellowtail and mangrove snapper. As far as pelagics are concerned, Stock is finding some large wahoo, kingfish and amberjack.

Moving inshore, Stock is putting clients on tarpon and sharks along the beaches.

Jim Malfese at the Rod & Reel Pier says a plethora of catch-and-release snook are arriving at the pier.

In fact, on days when the waters are clear, people at the pier are watching the snook cruise the perimeter and waters under the deck. Sizes of these fish are 20-40 inches. Pier fishers using live shrimp as bait are hooking into quite a few of the smaller linesiders. Anglers hoping to hook into a monster are using larger baits, such as pinfish, mojarras and even some live ladyfish.

Other species being targeted at the pier include black drum and mangrove snapper. Both are being caught using live shrimp as bait. And, as the bait schools gather around the pier, Spanish mackerel is becoming more frequent. Casting silver spoons or small white jigs can attract these fish to bite, and moving the lures quickly to intrigue the macks is key.

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Tricia Cunningham — daughter of Tortilla Bay owner Lamont Cunningham, who suffered severe injuries last November after being hit by a car while riding a motorcycle in Ohio — said June 9 the Cunninghams had hoped to reopen their restaurant but realized selling the business was the only viable option.

The family closed Tortilla Bay Dec. 1, 2021, to focus on Lamont’s Kaiman convalescence.

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Sam Marhi said June 10 he is excited to bring a late-night dinner option to the island and hopes to open the Detroit-style pizzeria by Aug. 1.

“We’ve got that ‘wow’ factor when people try our food. I’m hoping people on the island are ready for something new, something a little different,” Marhi said.

With restaurants in Bradenton and Orlando, the Island Shopping Center location at 5318 Marina Drive, will be the Pizzano’s 10th.

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BB CRA scrutinizes operator, future parking shuttle service By robert anderson islander reporter

The June 1 meeting of the Bradenton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency started off uneventfully but turned into a discussion about budget concerns, including funding a shuttle service between beach parking lots and the CRA district.

Joshua LaRose, owner of the Easy Parking Group shuttle service, updated CRA members regarding monthly ridership.

The CRA funds capital improvement projects to promote restoration, growth and tourism for the district with grants and incremental tax revenue collected

by Manatee County since 1992, when the area was declared blighted.

The board includes the mayor, city commissioners and two appointed members, restaurateur Ed Chiles and resident David Bell.

In September 2020, CRA members allocated $113,150 in funding over a trial period for Easy Parking to supply and operate the service.

easy Park shuttle driver Harry miller prepares to transport Jason davis, a visitor from Kentucky, from a parking lot to the Historic Bridge street Pier in Bradenton Beach. islander Photos: robert anderson

The program was created to alleviate parking shortages in the district.

Last October, the CRA board extended the contract to November.

According to LaRose, the shuttle service is seeing a significant increase in passengers compared to last year. In May, 6,500 people rode the shuttle as compared to May 2021, when there were 4,393 riders.

“We are at about a 50%-70% increase from last year’s months,” he told the CRA June 1.

However, LaRose said people outside the service route expressed concerns the shuttle does not operate north of Cortez Road, the northernmost boundary of the CRA district.

The service area runs along Gulf Drive from Coquina Beach to Fifth Street South, up Bay Drive South to the east end of Bridge Street and onward to the Bradenton Beach Marina, ending at Cortez Road.

While discussing LaRose’s suggestion to extend the route beyond the district, Mayor John Chappie, a member of the CRA, questioned whether the shuttle service still needs funding from the CRA. “Why use tax dollars to supplement a transportation system?” Chappie asked. “Most of the people that stay here, get golf carts.”

“Maybe it should be privatized,” said CRA chair and Commissioner Ralph Cole. “Then you would open up funds to maybe add some extra security on Bridge Street.”

An agreement with the CRA allows the contractor to sell ad space to subsidize the costs of the service and possibly generate income but, according to LaRose, the $5,475 a month is not enough to make the business self-sufficient.

“Right now, it’s not a viable business if it’s privatized,” said CRA member/Commissioner Jake Spooner.

“Without our subsidies, it’s not even break-even.”

Spooner said if the city wants to pursue revenue sources, a better option might be paid parking.

“I’ve never been a fan of paid parking,” said

Spooner. “But I think it would cover the shuttle and an extra police officer.”

The CRA members agreed to discuss paid parking lots at their next meeting, 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 6, at city hall, 107 Gulf Drive N. Joshua Larose, the easy Park shuttle service owner, delivers monthly data at the June 1 cra commission meeting.

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AMI Chamber SAVE THE DATES

June 23, business card exchange, Topsail Steamer at the AMI Chamber, Holmes Beach.

Info, RSVP: 941-778-154, info@amichamber. org.

Other events THIS WEEK Wednesday, June 15 Noon — Longboat Key Chamber Networking at Noon, Cafe L’Europe, 431 St. Armands Circle, Sarasota.

Thursday, June 16 5 p.m. — Longboat Key Chamber New Member Reception, Longboat Key Chamber, 5390 Gulf of Mexico Drive Suite 102, Longboat Key. SAVE THE DATE June 28, Longboat Key Chamber Business After Hours, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, Sarasota.

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rePorTer WanTed: full- to part-time.

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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. more Bang for Your BucK? it’s an old saying, but it’s still true when it comes to The islander. Look for more online at islander. org.

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.

BicYcLe rePairs: Just4fun at 5358 gulf drive can do most any bicycle repair at a reasonable cost. Pick-up and delivery available. 941-896-7884. comPanion/HomemaKer: Honest and reliable offering help with running errands, grocery shopping, house sitting, pet and plant care, light cooking/cleaning, transportation. references available and licensed. call sherri, 941-592-4969. aPi’s drYWaLL rePair: i look forward to servicing your drywall repair needs. call 941524-8067 to schedule an appointment.

HandYman and cLeaning services. move-ins and outs. affordable. call fred, 941-356-1456.

PreserVe Your memories: Transfer video tapes, slides, photos and old movie films to dVd, Blu-ray or flash drive in digital format. all work is done in our lab in Bradenton. mention the islander for ten percent off. Phone, 941-758-3077. Web: www.videotechniques.com. sHermarKs serVices LLc: Looking for handyman for your property maintenance needs from flooring, painting, pressure washing? free estimates. Holmes Beach.

Local, license and insured. mark manning, 239-240-2573. aLmosT LiKe Home pet boarding, days, overnights, weekends, longer periods of time. Pets are accepted on short notice, small, medium size pets only. Location west Bradenton. $20 per day. 941-896-5512. onLine noTarY and mobile notary now serving manatee county. call to book, 941301-8262. available evenings and weekends.

Business-To-Business Jd’s Window cleaning looking for storefront jobs in Holmes Beach. i make dirty windows sparkling clean.

941-920-3840.

BeacH serVice air conditioning, heat, refrigeration. commercial and residential service, repair and/or replacement. serving manatee county and the island since 1987. for dependable, honest and personalized service, call Bill eller, 941-795-7411. cac184228.

don’t forget: Signature AMI gifts! White and tie-dye “More-Than-a-MulletWrapper” T-shirts, $10-$15, and AMI stickers, $2. Come shop at The Islander, 315 58th St., Holmes Beach. And we’ve got Jack Elka calendars!

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I S L A N D E R C L A S S I F I E D S LAWN & GARDEN

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

SCREENING SERVICES: Replace your old or ripped window, door or porch screens. Many screen types available. Retired veteran here to serve our community! Free estimates, call Lane, 941-705-5293.

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.”

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. 941-279-9947. 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.

RENTALS ANNA MARIA GULF beachfront vacation rentals. One- two- and three-bedroom units, all beachfront. www.amiparadise.com. 941778-3143.

LUXURIOUS ANNA MARIA Island condo for rent: Upgraded granite, stainless-steel kitchen. Incredible water views through floor length windows. Waterfront patio, luxury furnishings, 2BR/2BA. King beds, pool, tennis, walk to the beach, private carport. Monthly rental, July-December. Owner/renter. Flexible terms. 570-239-0431. Email now: marketreps@aol.com.

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

FURNISHED 3BR/2BA WITH pool. $3,500/ month plus $1,000 deposit and last month’s rent. Utilities not included and $40 application approval required. Available June 15.

12112 45th Ave. W., Cortez. Mike Norman Realty, 941-778-6696.

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

NEED ROOM TO rent: Bradenton area, on bus route. Retired, single 50-year-old with friendly dog. $800/month. Please mail with information. Suzanne. No phone. 3547 51st.

Ave. W., Bradenton, FL 34210.

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.

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

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.

CONDO: SHORT-TERM rental. 2BR/1BA furnished. 55-plus community. 90-day minimum stay. $1,250/monthly. Real Estate Mart, 941-356-1456.

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Sightseeing on the bay sightseers board a Paradise Tours deck boat, the inlet explorer, June 1 at the floating dock at the Historic Bridge street Pier in Bradenton Beach. Passengers get a tour of the waters of sarasota Bay, as well as a history lesson about the area from their tour guide. islander Photo: robert anderson

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PropertyWatch

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Island real estate transactions

MarketWatch

By Lisa neff

Anna Maria Median listing home price: $3.5 million.

Median sold home price: $2.4 million.

Listings: 49 properties, $665,000-$8.5 million.

Bradenton Beach Median listing home price: $749,000.

Median sold home price: $1 million.

Listings: 34 properties, $265,000-$6.5 million.

Holmes Beach Median listing home price: $2 million.

Median sold home price: $1.7 million.

Listings: 83 properties, $80,000-$28.5 million.

721 N. Shore Drive, Anna Maria, a 3,765 sq ft 4BR/6BA Gulffront pool home on a 25,683 sq ft lot built in 2021 sold 4/19/2022 by AMI North Shore Holdings LLC to Nenninger for $9,400,000, list price $10,750,000.

5400 Gulf Drive, #26, Holmes Beach, a 810 sq ft 1BR/1BA condo in 5400 Gulf Drive condos built in 1964 sold 5/2/2022 by Garbus to Kern for $400,000, list price $400,000.

5701 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach a 928 sq ft 2BR/1BA duplex with a shared pool on a 12,431 sq ft source: realtor.com lot built in 1979 sold 5/2/2022 by Colangelo to Hiner for $950,000, list price $925,000.

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A MONUMENTAL CENTENNIAL

BY DANIEL BODILY AND JEFF CHEN / EDITED BY WILL SHORTZ Daniel Bodily, of Woodbury, Minn., is an R&D robotics engineer. Jeff Chen, of Seattle, is a professional writer and crossword constructor. Dan started making puzzles three years ago. “Every once in a while I pick a ‘mammoth goal’ — something way out of my comfort zone,” and in 2019 that was to have a crossword published in The Times. This is his second (and his first Sunday). Jeff Chen has been a frequent contributor since 2010. — W.S.

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