community PhotoCourtesyIslanderAug.diedColemanMicheal14. TuRN TO OBitUARiES, PAgE 14 Top Notch PrimaryDay:Aug.23. 3 Q&a 082422 3 Developer drops federal lawsuit against HB. 3 AM P&Z OKs food truck plan. 4 Meetings 4 Beach access battle continues. 5 Opinions 6 looking back. 7 BB P&Z opposes rezone. 8 Megabridge challengers mull appeal. 9 Save the date. 10 Honorables. 11 Islanders to the rescue. 12 AME calendar. 13 Obituaries 14 GoodDeeds 15 Streetlife 16 WMFR advances 2022-23 budget. 17 Ooh hatchlings.babybaby, 18 Algae studies. 19 Summer sports. 20 Patience pays off on the water. 21 Isl Biz: 22-23 Inn-joying the spotlight. CLASSIFIEDS. 24-25 PropertyWatch. 26 NYT puzzle 27
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By Kane Kaiman Islander Reporter The golden goose wants its due.
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Local officials want changes to tourist tax
Compared to the county’s 2018-19 fiscal year, the region has garnered about 76% more bed tax revenue in 2022 on the back of a pandemic-era “endless season” tourist boom that began in late 2020. Chappie kicked off public comment by describing a crowded island with strained infrastructure and personnel. Decades ago, “when the lots were platted, they had 3-6 people on those lots. And what’s happened in the last decade … we’re cramming anywhere from 12-22 people on these lots,” Chappie said. “Our infrastructure is suffering … our public safety, our lifeguards, we need to be
Mike Coleman: all about community, family, died aug. 14
The TDC advises county commissioners on spending the tourist tax, or “bed tax,” and the trio said island municipalities should see more of the money.
By Ed SpecialChilestoThe Islander Mike Coleman, like so many of us, fell in love with Anna Maria Island on his first trip here in 1995. Mike and wife Jane moved their family here in 2005. I met Mike by chance. A new home was going up on Pine Avenue. It was unlike anything I had ever seen before, utilizing insulated concrete form construction. Mike took a minute to tell me a little bit about it when I invited myself onto his construction site. Mike was all about the island and specifi cally all about Pine Avenue. He made the ultimate commitment, building his hurricane-proof home on the street, and raising his boys there with the love of his life, Janie. He was concerned when it appeared that the only properties in the city designated for small business could go totally residential, taking away the vision of the founders of our community when they built the city pier in 1911 on one end of Pine Avenue, and the pavilion where the Sandbar Restaurant now sits in 1912 on the other end. Pine Avenue was Main Street. Losing the opportunity to have a small business district would eliminate the most important thread in the fabric of a village or a community. That concern led Mike to develop the plan for the Pine Avenue restoration project. His vision would have never happened without the tenacity, drive, intellect and extreme capabilities that he will be forever known for. The Pine Avenue Restoration project, now known simply as Pine Ave and dubbed “the greenest little Main Street in America,” is a great legacy to Mike’s capabilities and his love for Anna Maria. of families now gather on its porches and in its shops, and the small business
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TuRN TO tOURiSt tAX, PAgE 2 Gathering. 14 Manatees — at least one, maybe two, with what appear to be recent injuries — pass through shallow waters Aug. 16 at Anna Maria’s Bean Point. Two people also are in the water, one who appears to be swimming toward the herd of marine mammals. But manatees are protected by state and federal regulations that make it unlawful for any person, intentionally or negligently, to annoy, molest, harass or disturb any manatee. People should not feed, give fresh water from hoses or tanks, touch or pursue manatees. People also should avoid making noise around manatees and be sure to give them space to move. Summer is manatee mating season and herds can often be seen in shallow water. To report an injured, harassed or dead manatee, call the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission hotline at 888-404-FWCC. For more information about Florida manatees, go online to myfwc.com.
At a Manatee County Tourist Development Council meeting Aug. 15 at the Center of Anna Maria Island, Bradenton Beach Mayor John Chappie, Anna Maria Commissioner Carol Carter and Manatee County Commissioner Carol Whitmore — a Holmes Beach native filling in for County Commissioner Misty Servia as chair — pushed for a motion to recommend the county begin a process to change how tourist tax dollars can be spent under state law.
The “bed” tax, also known as the resort tax, is a 5% levy on overnight rentals of six months or less that garnered $2,838,519 in revenue for the county in June.
In June, Holmes Beach earned $890,927 or 31% of the county’s bed tax revenue, while unincorporated Manatee County drew $954,493 or 34%. In April, Holmes Beach was the top earner, gleaning $1,170,028 or 37% of overall revenue.
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Following the commentary, Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau executive director Elliott Falcione said the TDC could make a motion to advise county commissioners to add changes to bed tax statutes to the commission’s legislative priority list, a document commissioners review with local state legislators before annual legislative sessions in Tallahassee.
However, Wittine said, it appears the tourism gains the county made during the pandemic have been cemented as June visitation was up 25.8% from the same month in 2019, room nights up 24.9% and economic impact up 38.4%.
Carter echoed Chappie’s sentiments and Whitmore said the island municipalities draw the lion’s share of bed tax revenue. “As an islander out here, I feel the pain. I understand 100%,” Whitmore said. “What bothers me is the three cities out here contribute the highest amount of tourist tax that the county receives. Holmes Beach is the second highest.”
Visitation to Manatee County was down 8.1% and room nights down 3.7% from 2021 levels but Wittine, a director of quantitative research at Research Data Services, said the trend reflects a normalization of tourism patterns as fewer Florida residents have opted to vacation in-state this year. The county saw a 19.8% year-over-year drop in visitation from Florida tourists in June.
In terms of visitor origins compared to 2019 — the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau’s prepandemic benchmark year — the county drew 126.4% more people from Florida in June. In the same month, and for the fi rst time in 15 months, Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport experienced its first year-over-year contraction in passenger volume. Pilot shortages and subsequent flight cancellations as well as the high cost of airfare and fuel, inflation and recession fears contributed to the dip in passengers, airport senior vice president and chief operating officer Mark Stuckey said at the meeting. Falcione predicted a shift in visitation demographics to the area next summer. The executive director said more Americans will vacation in Europe, while a proportionate number of Europeans will visit the states, maintaining the tourism status quo.
Consultant Anne Wittine presents tourism metrics to the Manatee County Tourist Development Council at an Aug. 15 meeting at the Center of Anna Maria Island in Anna Maria. Islander Photo: Kane Kaiman
Know your TDCs Members of the TDC include County Commissioner Misty Servia, chairman, Palmetto Mayor Shirley Groover Bryant, Bradenton Mayor Gene Brown, Ed Chiles, Eric Cairns, Jiten Patel, Rahul Patel, Dave Wick and Norma Kennedy. Wick and Kennedy, “interested citizen” members of the council, were appointed by county commissioners Aug. 9 to succeed Vernon DeSear and Jack Rynerson, whose terms expired June 30. DeSear and Rynerson reapplied for their seats but DeSear failed to garner more than three votes for reappointment and Rynerson did not receive a nomination from commissioners.
Wick is a 40-year county resident and 16-year foundation chairman of the Powel Crowsley Estate, while Kennedy is a county native and 10-year vice president of the Parrish Civic Association.
The next TDC meeting will be 9 a.m. Monday, Oct. 17, at the Manatee County Administrative Building in Bradenton. — Kane Kaiman
However, when Whitmore asked if any TDC members would make the motion none responded. Falcione said the motion could be made at an October meeting or the issue could be addressed at a December workshop.
A slight dip June tourism metrics were down compared to the same month in 2021 due to shifting visitor demographics, consultant Anne Wittine said at the meeting.
“I hope that you all bring this up to your respective governments because (the island cities) are feeling the pain,” Whitmore said. “They generate the largest part of the revenue and they don’t get the benefits from it.”
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Neither Kaleta nor Louis Najmy commented to The Islander on the lawsuit.
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• Denying his attorneys’ access to a special magistrate hearing and failing to record it;
An amended lawsuit, filed May 26, is largely identical but does not include $3,125,000 for damages.
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“I was told by Mr. Kaleta’s council that they wanted to ‘get their ducks in a row,’” Daigneault said. “I don’t know what that meant. Typically, one would have their ducks in a row before their suit is filed.”
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“The city requests that the court dismiss plaintiff’s amended complaint because it is defective in every way possible,” the motion states. Grantham filed a motion June 30 to deny the city’s motion to dismiss the case. However, it was the last filing before Kaleta’s notice of voluntary dismissal.
People lounge Aug. 19 on the shore at Bali Hai Beach Resort, 6900 gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Islander Photo: Ryan Paice
Daigneault told The Islander Aug. 19 that Kaleta’s legal team had indicated the case would be refiled.
Developer drops federal discrimination lawsuit against HB
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“Arbitrarily and capriciously re-interpreting the city’s code to negatively affect” him, as well as “overly aggressively” filing and prosecuting code enforcement violations against his properties.
Primary voting underway Islanders were to head to the polls Tuesday, Aug. 23, to cast ballots in primary races. Polls were to be open 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Anna Maria voters cast ballots at Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave. The precinct is 301.Bradenton Beach voters — in precinct 307 — cast ballots at the volunteer fire hall, 201 Second St. N. Holmes Beach voters — precinct 305 —cast ballots at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive.For a look at island results after the primary, go online to Lookingislander.org.totheNov. 8 general election, voter registration will close Tuesday, Oct. 11. Early voting will begin Saturday, Oct. 29, and close Saturday, Nov. 5. For more about the 2022 elections, visit the supervisor of elections office website at votemanatee.com. — lisa Neff
Kaleta’s voluntary dismissal came shortly after a June 9 motion to dismiss the amended complaint, filed on behalf of the city by attorney Jay Daigneault of the Clearwater-based Task, Metz & Daigneault law firm.
One legal battle between the city of Holmes Beach and the Bali Hai Beach Resort has been put to rest. But it might not be for long. Attorney Michelle Grantham of the Bradentonbased Najmy Thompson law firm filed a notice Aug. 17 on behalf of their client, developer Shawn Kaleta, to voluntarily dismiss the federal lawsuit she filed against the city without prejudice. Judge Charlene Honeywell of the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida signed an order finalizing the case’s dismissal the same day. Kaleta owns many properties in the city, including Bali Hai, Coconuts Beach Resort, Anna Maria Island Beach Resort, the Islands West Resort, and accommodations at 305 73rd St. and 102 48th St. The lawsuit, filed Dec. 31, 2021, claimed the city ran a “black-ball campaign” against him that resulted in $3,125,000 million in damages to his businesses. The complaint demanded a jury trial for injunctive relief. It also sought an order directing the city to issue a public apology via a local newspaper. The lawsuit alleged that the city discriminated against Kaleta and set out to destroy his “business reputation and goodwill” by:
The motion claims Kaleta’s amended lawsuit is an “impermissible shotgun pleading” failing to provide the city adequate notice of the number and nature of claims against the municipality.
• Stalling development plans at Bali Hai and prohibiting the business from operating a bar/lounge;
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Also of interest Sept. 5 is Labor Day. Most government offices will be closed.Sept.12, 2 p.m., Island Transportation Planning Organization, Holmes Beach City Hall. Sept. 26, 9:30 a.m., Sarasota-Manatee Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization, Holiday Inn-Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, 8009 15th St. E., Sarasota. Nov. 8 is Election Day nationwide. Nov. 11, Veterans Day. Please, send meeting notices to calendar@islander. org and news@islander.org.
officers could cite food trucks found violating code. City code provides discretion to such officers to determine noise violations based on volume, intensity, duration, proximity of noise to residences and more.
There was no public comment. The ordinance will go before city commissioners for a hearing and final reading at their meeting at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, at city hall, 10005 Gulf Drive.Directions to attend via Zoom can be found at cityofannamaria.com.
Bradenton Beach Aug. 30, 9 a.m., commission. Sept. 1, 6 p.m., commission. Sept. 7, 9:30 a.m., CRA. Sept. 7, 2 p.m., ScenicWAVES. Sept. 8, 5:05 p.m., CRA (budget). Sept. 8, 5:30 p.m., commission (budget). Sept. 15, noon, commission. Sept. 15, 5:05 p.m., CRA (budget). Sept. 15, 5:30 p.m., commission (budget). Sept. 21, 1 p.m., planning and zoning. Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., 941-778-1005, cityofbradentonbeach.com.
P&Z member Bob Carter pointed out that if food trucks were positioned to face the park, generators would be placed behind and closer to residences.
Alcohol permit P&Z members also were unanimous in recommending city commission approval of a special use permit for Brian Seymour, owner of the Anna Maria General Store, to operate a package beer, wine and liquor store at 501 Pine Ave., Unit A. Seymour, a former city commissioner, resigned from the post in August 2019 shortly after the commission voted against a code amendment which would have allowed the liquor store.
Holmes Beach Sept. 14, 9 a.m., clean water. Sept. 14, 5 p.m., planning. Sept. 15, 5 p.m., commission (budget). Sept. 27, 5 p.m., commission. Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 941-708-5800, holmesbeachfl.org.
The CFO designation will be valid for three years, when it must be Rigney,renewed.whoholds a master’s degree in public administration, began at WMFR as a volunteer firefighter in October 2005 and has served as chief since March 2019. Rigney told The Islander Aug. 18 that the program taught him a lot about networking. “I was very honored to receive the designation,” Rigney said. “I’m very excited about it.” — Ryan Paice Rigney
The Center for Public Safety Excellence’s Commission on Professional Credentialing Aug. 2 awarded WMFR Chief Ben Rigney with the CFO designation after his completion of the program. The CFO program measures participants by experience, education, professional development and contributions, association membership, community involvement and technical competence.
WMFR chief achieves CFO professional designation AMI has a new CFO. And the West Manatee Fire Rescue district now has one in 1,755 chief fire officers in the world.
Anna Maria City Aug. 25, 5:30 p.m., commission (budget). Aug. 25, 6 p.m., commission. Sept. 7, 1:30 p.m., historic preservation. Nov. 11, 1 p.m., Veterans Day Old Soldiers and Sailors Parade and Ceremony, Pine Avenue. Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 941708-6130, cityofannamaria.com.
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Food trucks would be allowed into the area daily on a first-come, first-served basis and operate from dusk to Fooddawn.trucks operating outside the area would be in violation of city code and at risk of receiving a citation.P&Z Chair Dr. Jose Erbella expressed concern with noise from the area impacting nearby residents. He said food trucks often require generators, which can be P&Zloud.member David Haddox said the city noise ordinance covered such issues so law enforcement
Previously, city code prohibited establishments from selling alcoholic beverages within 2,500 feet of a church or another establishment selling alcohol. However, the provision was eliminated in a 2020 amendment and its removal was carried forward into code revisions adopted earlier this year.
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The measure comes in response to a state law passed in 2020 that preempts local governments from regulating food truck operations, allowing the creation of a “reasonable” space for food trucks to operate. That space will be in a city right of way at the end of the park, where the current use is sandbagging and construction staging. City commissioners discussed potentially laying stone in the area, as well as adding parking markers to cap the number of food trucks at four.
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Haddox suggested possibly designating the food trucks’ service windows to face toward the park to minimize the impact to residents.
The P&Z board’s next meeting will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13, at city hall. Directions to attend via Zoom can be found at cityofannamaria.com.
Seymour said during public comment that his decision was not impacted by the vote and was instead due to otherCityissues.attorney Becky Vose said the alcohol ordinance had changed since 2019.
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Volunteering work, supplies, support Frank Cashin, left, and John Fara, right, stand Aug. 17 next to a frame they built to house a new sign, donated by Judy Nelson of Michigan-based Wensco Sign Supply, for the Anna Maria Island Historical Society, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Holmes Beachbased Island lumber donated the materials used to build the sign frame. Islander Photo: Courtesy Barbara Murphy
A proposed food truck ordinance is a vote away from becoming reality in Anna Maria. Planning and zoning board members unanimously voted Aug. 17 to recommend city commission approval of an ordinance that would establish a 20-by-90-foot area for food trucks to park and serve people at the northwest end of Bayfront Park, 316 N. Bay Blvd.
Carter also said he saw no other “reasonable” location for the food truck area within the city.
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“Achieving this designation signifies Ben Rigney’s career commitment to the fire and emergency services,” WMFR fire marshal Rodney Kwiatkowski wrote in an Aug. 8 news release.
West Manatee Fire Rescue None announced. WMFR administration building, 701 63rd St. W., Bradenton, 941-761-1555, wmfr.org. Manatee County Sept. 1, 9 a.m., commission (land use). Sept. 6, 9 a.m., commission. Sept. 7, 6 p.m., commission (budget). Sept. 13, 8:30 a.m., commission. Sept. 13, 6 p.m., commission (budget). Sept. 20, 9 a.m., commission. Sept. 22, 1:30 p.m., commission (land use). Sept. 27, 9 a.m., commission. County administration building, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, 941-748-4501, mymanatee.org.
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9 witnesses testify, beach access courthouse battle
“If you’re going to buy property, you know that easement was there, that public access was there,” Whitmore said. “There’s been a pathway for 50 years.”Another witness, New Jersey resident and longtime island visitor Eileen Laszlo, title manager for 107 78th Street Investments, said her property’s proximity to the beach and use of the path was the deciding factor in purchasing it as a second home and vacation rental.“I would say I was shocked when the path got closed,” Laszlo said. “It’s such a treasure for the people of 78th Street. I couldn’t understand how anyone could want to do that to their neighbors.”
By Ryan Paice Islander Reporter
The battle over a closed beach path at 78th Street in Holmes Beach is heating up in court. Nine witnesses testified Aug. 18 for the plaintiffs in a hearing for a temporary injunction to enjoin defendants Travis Resmondo, Michael Fronk and Oceana Condominium Association of Holmes Beach from blocking the path.
The plaintiffs also filed a motion for temporary injunction June 3 stating, “A temporary injunction is necessary to restore the status quo, prevent irreparable harm to plaintiffs, and protect the public’s rights to access the beach.”
After several hours of testimony, Judge Charles Sniffen of the 12th Judicial Circuit Court announced there wouldn’t be enough time for the defendants’ witnesses or closing arguments. Sniffen continued the hearing at 9 a.m. Friday, Aug. 26, at the Manatee County Judicial Center, 1051 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. “Save the beach access” signs dot the lawns on 78th Street in Holmes Beach Aug. 19, as litigation over a beach lot and path RyanIslanderbegins.Photos:Paice grass grows Aug. 19 over the former beach path at the end of 78th Street in Holmes Beach — the property was claimed as private in April and closed to the public.
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The dispute began in April, when signs were posted along the path warning it was private property and that trespassers would be prosecuted. Resmondo, owner of property at 99 78th St., 100 78th St. and 101 78th St., claimed in an April 13 email to city officials that the path that begins on his vacant lot at 99 78th St. and continues onto Front’s and OCA’s vacant lot at 98 78th St., was not open to the public. Soon after the claim, additional signs, ropes and bollards, as well as plants, were placed blocking access to theSeveralpath. residents protested the path’s closure and contended that, at least before 2014, deeds for the property included a 10-foot-wide “non-exclusive walkway easement” providing public access to the path.Some residents called for the city to act on the matter and several have erected signs along the street reading, “Save the beach access.” However, city attorney Erica Augello recommended leaving the matter to private property owners since the now-missing easement lacked a listed beneficiary, which may lead a judge to consider it ambiguous language.Linda Carmon, owner of 103 78th St. and 105 78th St., 107 78th Street Investments, corporate owner of 107 78th St., and Minh Vu, owner of 202 78th St., shortly after filed a lawsuit. Their suit calls for a court order to declare if the now-missing easement exists at the property and entitles public access to the path, as well as an order directing defendants to restore access to the path by removing barriers and disruptive signage.
Resmondo and OCA have since filed responses opposing the motion. OCA’s response argues, “The plaintiffs have not suffered special damages simply because they must go a bit further to access the beach.”Both sides provided their opening arguments at the Aug. 18 hearing but, with 15 total witnesses scheduled to testify, only the plaintiff’s nine witnesses had a chance to speak before the hearing was paused and continued.Theplaintiffs’ witnesses included several Holmes Beach residents, including Manatee County Commissioner Carol Whitmore, who spoke about the historically public use of the path. Whitmore said she had used the 78th Street beach access path since she was a kid, when it was a hangout spot for local youths. She said the path was open to the public until now. She added that the path was marked as public access in an interlocal agreement between the city and county for beach renourishment funding.
Glenda Morgan Hertzman, Cincinnati Treehouse case continues The Islander in its Aug. 8 issue reported on a possible court hearing in one of three active lawsuits regarding a beachfront treehouse in Holmes Beach. Readers on social media remarked: Not one dime less of ALL their fines. The owners are not royalty. Mark Howard, Holmes Beach Tear it down, send them the bill and put a lien on their property.
Paul Blackburn, Louisville, Kentucky
The treehouse is much better looking than half the new mansions on the island. Heather Carbone, West Paterson, New Jersey
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In the blink of an eye I’m in love. I’ve fallen head over heels, deep deep deep in love with a little charmer named June, who only came into my life at 5:49 p.m. Aug. 20. She’s my great-granddaughter — the daughter of Josey, my son’s daughter. Which, of course, makes it all so bittersweet, having lost Damon a little more than five years ago. In that time, Josey has grown up, matured, faced life head on and made her own way — and always top of mind for me. As coincidence would have it, the daughter of a good friend of Damon’s was her birthing nurse at Sarasota Memorial Hospital. And in came the next shift, a nurse that Josey recognized from her 2015 class at Manatee High. Josey’s mom — fi ghting cancer and struggling through chemo — made a visit, an aunt and cousin were there to help in place of mom for the birth, and the baby daddy and his sister were there, too. It was like an army of welcome arms for June. What a treasure. Reaffirming, really. Life goes on. But this came at the culmination of a week of losses. We learned Janice Dingman, longtime past bookkeeper and keeper of the gate at the Islander office, lost her battle to cancer Aug. 13. Janice and husband Billy had found a perfect little retreat in North Carolina and left AMI just months before she was diagnosed. And Mike Coleman. Micheal — the only Micheal we ever knew with the “e” before the “a” in his name and the only thing for which he had no explanation — died Aug. 14. You may not know it, but Micheal saved Pine Avenue. In fact, I give him solid credit for saving Anna Maria from a renegade city commissioner. He fought with all his might and significant intellect against an elected commissioner who only revealed after the votes were tallied that he wanted to have Pine Avenue’s new mixed-use ground-level stores and elevated residences “bulldozed.” Thanks to Micheal’s coordinated effort, we learned the commissioner was conspiring to sue the city and more. The commissioner threatened to “put the tail on the donkey,” that “donkey” being the party responsible for Pine Avenue development. He targeted the mayor. Rest in peace, Micheal, my friend. We can all take pride in your work — the shops, homes, sidewalks, vegetables, herbs and native plants and the bee hives you provided to support them. You gave us a community. — Bonner Joy, news@islander.org Driving food truck biz
If they had spent the money spent chasing this treehouse on traffic and parking solutions, I would imagine it would be more useful to the island. Patrick Oxenham, Richmond, Virginia
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The Islander reported in its Aug. 17 issue on Anna Maria designating a location at the north end of Bayfront Park as a food truck zone. Readers responded on social media: That’s the sandbagging area! Corbin Walker, Bradenton
What about the people who live next door?
From the Aug. 22, 2012, issue Holmes Beach Commissioner Jean Peelen read a report into the record targeting an island builder, alleging he transformed the city into an out-of-state investor-driven rental market.
From the Aug. 21, 2002, issue Seventy Anna Maria taxpayers signed a petition calling on the city to reduce the $1.76 million reserves in the proposed 2002-03 budget and either distribute the money to taxpayers or transfer the money to a revenue account.
Sparked by complaints from motorists, the Manatee County Area Transit placed signs at the back of fare-free trolleys advising drivers to watch for people crossing roads near trolley stops.
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Anna Maria commissioners and Mayor Mike Selby were headed for a showdown with the Manatee County Sheriff’s Offi ce over defi ning the duties of deputies assigned to police the city. Voter turnout for the primary elections was higher than in 2008 but lower than in 2010, according to the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections Office.The Manatee County Tax Collector’s Office reported tourist tax collections in July 2012 increased 28% over July 2011.
Bradenton Beach commissioners said they were prepared to slash the proposed 2002-03 budget to maintain the 2001-02 millage rate — which still would still result in a tax increase.
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Page 8 THE ISLANDER | islander.org Aug. 24, 2022 CheCk us out at IsL aNDeR.oRG Breaking news, e-edition, faceBook & twitter. the islander has it all. “Anna Maria Island,” a signed pictorial history book of the island by Bonner Joy, is available for $20 at The Islander office, 315 58th St., Holmes Beach, or by mail. Visit islander.org or call 941-778-7978. $20 plus postage, if appli cable. need a good laugh? visit the emerson quillin signature store. humor, art, gifts 317 Pine Ave., Anna Maria • emersonshumor.com Dara Caudill • 941-778-5676 islandphotography.orgbungalow@bungalowbeach.comwww.bungalowbeach.com MUSIC/ENTERTAINMENT Gulf Drive Band The Best! Classic Dance Tunes Musical Entertainment DJ for Weddings, Receptions. Call: 941.778.0173. gulfdriveband@gmail.com Island Photography Beautiful and creative photography to treasure for a lifetime. ACCOMMODATIONS Bungalow Beach Resort DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH! Classic 1930s island-style resort. 800.779.3601 bungalow@bungalowbeach.com i.wed The Islander Wedding Directory WEDDING PLANNER AMI Beach Weddings Destination Beach Wedding Experts. AMIBeachWeddings.com love@amibeachweddings.com TO BE INCLUDED: CALL ISLANDER AD EXPERT TONI LYON 941.778.7978 OR TONI@ISLANDER.ORG Castner Castner FINE FURNITURE& CC BLOWOUT SUMMER WAREHOUSE CLEARANCE! BB P&Z board opposes rezone, cites concern to commission By Robert Anderson Islander Reporter “You’re in trouble if you do and you’re in trouble if you don’t” was the theme of the Aug. 17 Bradenton Beach Planning and Zoning Board meeting. Facing a dilemma over a city-initiated change in zoning, the P&Z reached out to the city commission for guidance.Theordinance establishes a rezone for multiple parcels from Residential-3, or multiple-family dwell ing, to MXD, or mixed-use zoning. Staff said the purpose was to correct inconsistencies between the zoning map and the future land use map in the com prehensive plan. A comp plan provides guidance for growth through goals, objectives and policies. A permit, land use or zoning decision must be consistent with the comprehensive plan. Zoning is how a city implements a comp plan. It establishes permitted and prohibited uses, as well as regulations for setbacks, building heights, subdivi sions of land, fences and signs. Staff requested the R-3 to MXD rezone of 2.53 acres between Second Street North and Cortez Road and between Gulf Drive North and Highland Avenue.The properties encompass more than 20 residen tial lots and Oma’s Pizza and Italian Restaurant. Also included are parking lots owned by ELRA Inc. and CCBB LLC — both naming restaurateur Ed Chiles as principal — at the corners of Third Street North and Gulf Drive North and Third Street North and Highland Avenue. The P&Z previously rejected the proposed ordi nance change at its June 15 meeting.
During a review of map inconsistencies in April, the P&Z recommended the parcels, as well as much of the surrounding area, be rezoned Residential-2 and the FLUM be changed to medium-density residen tial. However, downzoning the area could open the city to legal action from owners who want the high est and best use from their property. An owner could claim the city is interfering with their vested right to the use of property. State and federal provisions deal with protect ing the rights of property owners, including Florida’s Bert J. Harris Jr. Private Property Rights Protection Act of 1995, which provides a process for owners to seek relief when property is affected by government action.Likewise, the city could face legal action if a property owner purchases with the intent for a primary residence but the modified zoning only allows mixeduse and Residentbusinesses.Evelyn Stob told commissioners at the Aug. 16 meeting of her concerns with the proposed rezone.“We purchased in 2003,” she said. “We purchased down here for vacation and the future of retirement. I didn’t purchase it to make a big party house but I did think I would eventually go big to accommodate my children and my two grandchildren, but now things are changing. Do I want my grandchildren coming here and being above a barbershop?”
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The next commission meeting will be at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1, at city hall, 107 Gulf Drive N. The next P&Z meeting will be at 1 p.m. Wednes day, Sept. 21, at city hall.
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The matter will now advance on an agenda at a future city commission meeting.
Stob said a property next to hers is owned by a business. If the investor builds a ground-level busi ness with residences above, her neighborhood would see increased traffic and other business-associated problems.“I’mnot opposed to R-2 because I am not going for the big party house,” she said. “The mixed, I will not be happy with.” After some deliberation, the P&Z members unan imously voted against recommending the ordinance and agreed to send a letter to commissioners citing their concerns, as well as requesting review by an independent land use attorney. Board member Dan Morhaus said he also wants the city to get input from lot owners in the area.
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• That the agency did not document its prior experience with similar bridge projects in the administrative record, a collection of documents outlining how and why the department selected the high bridge;
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McClash also said the group was exploring ways to educate Manatee County and state politicians about the bridge battle and might create an informational package for elected leaders.
The complainants maintained the DOT inappropriately utilized a federal categorical exclusion that relieved the agency of an obligation to perform more extensive analyses of the environmental and cultural impacts of the high bridge and its approximately 700-foot-long inland retaining walls.However, Porcelli ruled the agency demonstrated, with thousands of pages of documentation, that it had made a satisfactory attempt under the law to comply with Title 23 of the code of federal regulations, which outlines the criteria executive agencies must meet to use categorical exclusions. McClash said Aug. 18 the anti-high bridge coalition might revive three of its arguments during the appeal process:
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• That the DOT did not analyze the navigational impacts of a fi xed bridge from a regional perspective.The Cortez Bridge spans the Intracoastal Waterway and links Bradenton Beach on the island to Cortez on theSailboatsmainland.with masts taller than 65 feet would not be able to pass beneath the high, fixed bridge and McClash and his fellow complainants maintain that preventing these vessels from accessing the Intracoastal Waterway diminishes its regional utility.
By Kane Kaiman Islander Reporter “High” is a four-letter word for the four challengers to a proposed Cortez megabridge. Cortez megabridge opponent Joe McClash met with attorneys Matt Farmer and Ralf Brookes Aug. 19 to discuss appealing an unfavorable ruling in a suit between the Florida Department of Transportation and four complainants challenging the agency’s decision to replace the 17-foot-clearance Cortez drawbridge with a 65-foot-clearance fixed-span bridge in 2026-27. McClash, a former county commissioner, and the other complainants —Cortez resident and former county commissioner Jane von Hahmann, as well as Cortez residents Linda Molto and Joe Kane — advocate the construction of a 35-foot drawbridge. McClash said Aug. 20 the group was still considering whether to prompt attorneys to move forward with the appeal process.
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• That the DOT inadequately studied the bridge’s impact on a floodplain, including the effects of waves bouncing off the structure’s inland retaining walls — 20-feet tall at their peak — during storms and floods;
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On Aug. 5, Judge Anthony E. Porcelli of the U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, decided the suit at the district level by granting a DOT motion for summary judgment that outlined the ways in which the agency complied — or attempted to comply — with the National Environmental Policy Act during its yearslong bridge selection process.
SAVE THE DATE Oct. 1, Master Gardner Plant Fair, Palmetto. OUTDOORS & SPORTS ONGOING ON AMI AMI Dragon Boat Team-Paddlers from Paradise practices and meetups, various times and locations. Information: 941-462-2626, mrbradway@gmail.com.ONGOING AROUND AMI Saturdays, 9 a.m., Robinson Runners run, walk stroll, Robinson Preserve NEST, 10299 Ninth Ave. NW., Bradenton. Information: 941-742-5923,Saturdays,crystal.scherer@mymanatee.org.9a.m.,MorningsattheNEST,10299 Ninth Ave. NW., Bradenton. Information: 941-742-5923.
KIDS & FAMILY ON AMI Tuesday, Aug. 30 10 a.m.— Family storytime, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: mymanatee.org/library,ONGOING941-778-6341.AROUND AMI First Wednesdays, “SOAR in 4” family night, The Bishop Museum, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-746-4131.
CLUBS COMMUNITY& ON AMI Thursday, Aug. 25 10 a.m. — Seaside Quilters, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: mymanatee.org/library, 941778-6341.2p.m. — Sunshine Stitchers, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: mymanatee.org/library, 941778-6341. Saturday, Aug. 27 8:30 a.m. — Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island meeting, Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-778-1383. ONGOING ON AMI Fridays, 11:30 a.m., Mahjong Club, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: mymanatee.org/library, 941-7786341.Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m., Mahjong Club, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: mymanatee.org/library, 941-778-6341. “green Painting” by Nigerian artist Twins SevenSeven, on exhibit at the Fine Arts Museum in St. Petersburg. Islander Courtesy Photo
Coloring club on calendar Who has the periwinkle?
ONGOING AROUND 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.
SAVE THE DATE Sept. 10, Greg LaPensee Bowling Tournament benefitting Center of Anna Maria Island,Sept.Bradenton.15-25, Island Players present “Cliffhanger,” Anna Maria. Oct. 29, Main Street Live, Bradenton. Nov. 3-13, Island Players present “I Ought to be in Pictures,” Anna Maria. Nov. 23, Main Street Live, Bradenton. Dec. 2-3, Bradenton Blues Fest, Bradenton. Dec. 31, Main Street Live, Bradenton.
The coloring club returns to the Island Library in September.Theopen-to-adults club will meet at noon Wednesday, Sept. 7, at the library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. The club also will meet Wednesday, Sept. 21. For more information, call the library at 941778-6341, go online to mymanatee.org/library or check social media at @manateelibraries.
SAVE THE DATE Oct. 15, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce’s Bayfest, Anna Maria.
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Friday, Aug. 26, International/National Dog Day. Monday, Sept. 5, Labor Day. Sunday, Sept. 11, Patriot Day. Sunday, Sept. 11, Grandparents Day. Preparing for the 2022-23 season of events? Please, email calendars, announcements, logos and photos to calendar@islander.org. Kiwanis to meet The Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island will gather Saturday, Aug. 27. The meeting will be at 8:30 a.m. at Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach.The speaker will be Barbara Baker of All Clams on Deck and a Kiwanis member. The meeting will be the last of the club’s summerWeeklyschedule.meetings will resume Saturday, Sept. 10. For more information, call Sandy Haas-Martens at 941-778-1383.
Page 10 THE ISLANDER | islander.org Aug. 24, 2022 Compiled by lisa Neff, calendar@islander.org. Massage Therapy | Acupuncture | Yoga 2219 Gulf Drive N | Bradenton Beach 941.778.8400 | www.alunawellness.com Holistic wellness center and spa Now offering yoga and meditation in the ambiance of a healing Himalayan salt wall. playitagainjams.com941.896.9089 8208 Cortez Road W., Ste.5, Bradenton Used & Consigned Musical Instruments Music Lessons: Guitar, Piano, Ukulele, Saxophone and Drums www.IslandGalleryWest.com Island Gallery West Fine Art, Photography, Ceramics, Jewelry 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, AMI 941-778-6648 Hours Tues-Sun 10-5 MOUNT VERNON PLAZA 9516 CORTEZ RD. W., CORTEZ941.795.5227MM34454|MM87857 A Hair Day Salon & Spa A Hair Day Salon welcomes Rita from Bayshore Family Hair Care. 10% OFF 1st time with Irene, highlights & style. Summer is time for deep conditioning treatments... Please, mention ad. WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED. ARTS ENTERTAINMENT& ONGOING ON AMI Throughout August, artist Larry Paul’s “Anna Maria Sunsets” exhibit, Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: islandgallerywest.com, 941-778-6648.ONGOING AROUND AMI Through Aug. 28, “Metadata: Rethinking Photography in the 21st Century,” The Ringling, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-360-7390. Through Sept. 25, “Ballroom Florida: Deco and Desire in Japan’s Jazz Age,” The Ringling, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-360-7390. Through Jan. 15, 2023, “Multiple: Prince Twins Seventh-Seven” exhibit Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg. Fee applies. Information: 941-896-2667, @ mfastpete.FirstFridays, 6-9:30 p.m., Village of the Arts First Fridays Artwalk, 12th Street West and 12th Avenue West, Bradenton. Information: villageofthearts.com.SecondandfourthSaturdays, 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.
Septembershow “Birds of a Feather” and other work by Shirley Rush Dean will WestIslandfeaturedbeatgallerythrough-outSeptem-ber.IslanderCourtesyPhotos
The tournament to benefit the nonprofit will be at 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, at Bowlero Bradenton, 4208 Cortez Road, Bradenton. For more information, go online to the center website at centerami.org or call the center at 941778-1908.
lEFT: Shirley Rush Dean is the September featured artist at Island gallery West, 5368 gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. gallery visitors can meet the artist 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7. For more, call 941-778-6648 or go to islandgallerywest.com.
The exhibit is a retrospective of work done at the longboat Key Art Center.
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george Kyd of Anna Maria wins a Top Notch shoutout for his photo of great-nephew James, greatniece Maddie and great-nephew grayson Kyd, visiting from San Diego and sharing a sunset “toast” on the Anna Maria City Pier.
Top mentionshonorablenotch Danny Curry was shooting on high July 9 — from a rooftop deck at his home on 58th Street in Holmes Beach — to capture this photo. He wins an honorable mention in the Top Notch contest for his photo.
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Sandi Anderson of Bradenton wins an contestmentionhonorableinTheIslander’sTopNotchphotoforthisimage,shotinJanuaryatMoteMarineAquariumonCityIslandinSarasota.
What’s Top Notch? The Islander newspaper’s Top Notch contest celebrates moments captured in photographs. Images can be shot throughout the year but the contest runs in summer, with six weekly front-page winners, a grand-prize winner, a pet photo winner and honorable mentions. Odd Duck Designs ShopWearable T-shirt art by local artist Connie Wolgast.
Marilia Clark of Holmes Beach wins an honorable mention in the contest for this striking sunset silhouette, taken July 2 near the 75th Street beach access in her hometown.
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The Center of Anna Maria Island is registering people and lining up sponsors for the Greg LaPensee Bowling Tournament.
Adventures in Shopping … Antiques, Art-Tiques and Chic Boutiques! artisans. They also offer Dixie Belle paints. Blessed and Distressed is a tastefully designed store — so inviting, you’ll want to stay and visit — filled with collectibles and work by local artists. The store is in Palma Sola Square, around the corner from Winn-Dixie. It offers 30-plus vendors, including vintage, upcycled, shabby chic, fanciful frocks and local crafts and art. You won’t be disappointed. Scavengers Marketplace welcomes you to peruse the goodies for a good cause at the Island Shopping Center in Holmes Beach. Purchases at the store benefit Moonracer No Kill Pet Rescue — our favorite pet rescue group. Founder Lisa Williams is The Islander office manager and, along with board member/Islander sales rep Toni Lyon, leads the rescue efforts. Shopping 900 place fun, work Local Artisans
McConnell said other factors also are considered when evaluating adopters and fosters, such as if they have a fenced yard, if they’re physically able to care for a rescue and for personality fit.
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McConnell said foster fails aren’t ideal, since they often result in the loss of a foster family for future rescues, but finding a forever home for their rescues is priority one. That’s why fosters receive the first right to adoption for the dogs in their care.
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“I’m completely blown away by the community and the support of this island,” Aaron said. People can learn more about the rescue, volunteer as a foster, view dogs up for adoption, as well as donate, at Peopleamipuprescue.com.cancontactpuprescue by emailing amipuprescue@gmail.com or calling Aaron at 703-5687804.
Island ‘pup’ rescue halfway to 100 adoptions in 2nd year
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Aaron said they try to keep in touch with their adopters and enjoy receiving silly pictures of the rescued dogs and updates. They added that they were surprised at the level of support the island community has provided, including numerous willing fosters and regular donations.
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Ivy Rose, a 3-year-old Yorkshire terrier-chihuahua mix, pops up to say “hello.” Ivy Rose was rehomed by AMI Pup Rescue. Islander Photo: Courtesy Debbie greenspan
Cat’s Meow may want to lace up skates, as this large vintage skating rink has plenty to offer bargain, antique, unique hunters. Plus, there’s a mancave and a cool clothing boutique. You don’t want to miss this vast collection of vendors.
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Greenspan said the rescue facilitated 64 adoptions in its first year of operations and 50 adoptions in 2022 as of Aug. 19. Those adoptions include Toby, a 10-year-old Jack Russell terrier, and Ivy Rose, a 3-year-old Yorkshire terrier-chihuahua mix. Toby was rescued from a shelter in early August and is an endless source of energy. He enjoys swimming and Luckily,boating.Toby’s foster, who decided to adopt him after less than a month of foster care, owns a boat and takes him on the water regularly. But there’s nothing Toby enjoys more than playing with toys, and the squeakier, the better. “He comes with this massive personality that you just can’t get away from and he’s like a living machine because he’s constantly moving around,” McConnell said. “But then the next thing you know, he falls asleep at your feet.” Ivy Rose was rescued Aug. 16, weighing only 3 pounds. She’s more of a “purse dog,” according to Aaron.During
A number of local rescues operate with island ties, including Moonracer No Kill Animal Rescue, founded and operated by Islander office manager Lisa Williams. Islander advertising director Toni Lyon serves on the board.Williams launched Moonracer after volunteering for other rescue efforts, including working with the Humane Society of the United States in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, to help stranded and lost animals left behind after evacuations following Hurricane Katrina in Williams2005.takes on some of the neediest, homeless dogs and cares for them through fosters and at her “dog ranch” in Duette. For more information about Moonracer, go online to www.moonraceranimalrescue.com, email moonraceranimalrescue@gmail.com or call Williams at 941-345-2441. People also can call The Islander, 941-778-7978. For more information about AMI Pup, email amipuprescue@gmail.com.
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The Islander’s interview with the AMI Pup Rescue leaders, Ivy Rose was quietly nestled in Greenspan’s arms. They said Ivy had started a sensation on the rescue’s Facebook page, where posts with her pictures have received numerous likes and adoring comments.Greenspan said Ivy will be spayed at the end of the month but they’re trying to first put some meat on her bones.Bothdogs were adopted by their foster families, otherwise known as a “foster fail.”
Greenspan said some rescues arrive sick or injured, which could be sad, but helping those who need it most is the best part of the job. “The most rewarding thing is getting them fixed up and vetted and spayed, and to see them with their foster families or adopter,” Greenspan said. “To see them loved by their families is the best feeling in the world.”
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tries to limit its foster homes to Anna Maria Island and west Bradenton but also allows adoptions from other areas. The organization evaluates each adopter with home inspections and a call to their veterinarian to check the medical history for other pets in their care.
AMI Pup Rescue covers foster expenses and provides resources such as food, toys and equipment. It also clears its rescues medically and gets them spayed or neutered at local veterinarians, gets them groomed at the Paw Spa and works with Tail Wags Training for coaching and Greenspanconsulting.saidtherescue
International Dog Day is celebrated Aug. 26, which also is National Dog Day. The observance honors all dogs and encourages pet adoptions from rescues and shelters.
FYI: Scavengers also carries Fusion Paints. And don’t forget, tell people you meet along the way, “The Islander sent me.”
By Ryan Paice Islander Reporter Dogs might be human’s best friend. But not all pups find friendly homes. Anna Maria residents Debbie Greenspan, Christine Aaron and Mark McConnell launched AMI Pup Rescue Inc. in March 2021 to find loving homes for rescued dogs. The organization rescues dogs in shelters and owner surrenders, finds foster homes for temporary care and facilitates adoptions with vetted applicants.
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• Sept. 5, Labor Day, no school.
The commission unanimously voted to buy a 2021 Ford utility vehicle for $45,943.35, a police responder vehicle for $49,721.72 and two $2,000 AED trauma kits, with funding from the 2021-22 budget.
• Aug. 24, school picture day.
• Nov. 21-25, Thanksgiving vacation.
• April 20, school advisory council. AME is at 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. For more information, call the school at 941-708-5525.
• Commissioners voted to refund $2,100 in fees associated with a street vacation application from Bungalow Beach Resort, 2100 Gulf Drive N. Building planner Steve Gilbert said the investor withdrew the application due to a utility conflict.
• Oct. 7, records day, no school.
• Police Chief John Cosby requested funding for two police vehicles and automated external defibrillator trauma kits for the vehicles.
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• Jan. 26, school advisory council.
By Robert Anderson Islander Reporter In Bradenton Beach, it’s time for new vehicles for police and a pension for personnel. Bradenton Beach commissioners unanimously voted Aug. 18 to approve a pension plan for civilian employees that’s on par with the retirement plan for the police department.
• Commissioner Jan Vosburgh motioned for a position from the city concerning Manatee County’s decision to take over the Coquina Beach Market.
In other matters:
“I just think they should know how Bradenton Beach feels about it,” she said. The motion failed for lack of a second.
• Oct. 6, end of first quarter.
Welcome,welcome,welcome Students are welcomed by secondgrade teacher laura Redeker Aug. 10 at her classroom door at Anna Maria Elementary, 4700 gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. The 2022-23 school year began Aug. 10. Islander Photo: Nenita Daguinotas gollamudi
• Sept. 22, school advisory council.
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• Commissioners approved a $16,641.75 invoice for M.T. Causley for review of building permits.
“I’m really happy with the fact that the commission has realized the need for a pension plan for our employees,” Mayor John Chappie said. “This will also help us to be competitive as an employer.”
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• The commission heard from public works director Tom Woodard regarding a stormwater drainage project for Highland and Church avenues, as well as First Street WoodardNorth.asked for commission approval to withdraw from a $37,191 hazard mitigation grant received under a contract with the city’s former engineering firm, Lynn Townsend & Associates. The city has engaged Colliers Engineering but the firm will not warranty the work done by LTA and the project is unfinished. Woodard asked commissioners to drop the LTA grant and start again with Colliers, a request the commission unanimously approved.
• Nov. 2, early release.
“Anna island,”Maria a pictorial history book of the island by Bonner Joy is available at The Islander office, 315 58th St., Holmes Beach. Joy is publisher of The Islander newspaper. She launched the newspaper in 1992. She first came to the island in 1972.
• Dec. 22, end first semester.
The next commission meeting will be at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1, at city hall, 107 Gulf Drive N. The commission also will meet for a workshop at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Aug 30, to discuss city-sponsored paid parking.The commission also plans to take up parking in front yards of boats, trailers and other vehicles.
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For AME-PTO information, go online to amepto.org or check the organization’s Facebook page.
• Nov 17, school advisory council.
• Dec. 23-Jan. 9, winter vacation.
• Nov. 11, Veterans Day, no school.
Worship: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.; Saturdays, 4 p.m.; Sundays, 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. Ongoing: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m., Rosary; Saturdays, 3:30 p.m., Confession. OFF AMI Christ Church of Longboat Key Presbyterian USA, 6400 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Info: 941-900-4903, christchurchoflbk.org. Worship: Sundays, 10 a.m. Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Info: 941-383-6491, longboatislandchapel.org. Worship: Sundays, 10 a.m. Temple Beth Israel, 567 Bay Isles Road, Longboat Key. Info: 941-383-3428. Worship: Friday Shabbat, 5:30 p.m.; Saturday service, 10 a.m. Please, send notices to calendar@islander.org.
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Janice Marie Dingman, 72, of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, and formerly of Bradenton Beach, died Aug. 13 at home. She was born Dec. 17, 1949, in Holyoke, Massachusetts. She spent her fi nal days after a long battle with cancer at home with Dingman her loving husband, Billy, by her side, just days after they would have celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary. She fought like a warrior until the end. Those who knew her well, will agree that she was a strong and spirited woman. She will be greatly missed. Everywhere that Janice and Billy went, they left an impression and gained lifelong friends. She was a trusted and valued staff member at The Islander newspaper for many years. During her time on AMI, Mrs. Dingman also was manager of the Pines Trailer Park in Bradenton Beach and a deputy clerk for the city. The couple were members of the Moose Lodge No. 2188, Bradenton Beach, and the Anna Maria Island Privateers. A service of remembrance will be held Sept. 10 in Barkhamsted, Connecticut. Mrs. Dingman leaves behind her husband Billy and their and blended family, including her daughter, Lisa, and three granddaughters Caitlin, Jessica, and Meghan; her son Bobby and grandson Jacob; and Billy’s children, who she thought of as her own, Kimberly, Kevin, and Kristine; sisters Jean and Joanne; grandchildren, Emma, Dylan, Cullen, Violet, Clark, Malcom, Shane, Koda, Lexi, and Matthew; and four great-grandchildren.Jane; sons John, Ehren, Patrick, Nate, Casey and Jack; five siblings; eight grandchildren; and a loving extended family.
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Pine Avenue Restoration developer Ed Chiles, left, and managing partner Mike Coleman meet on Pine Avenue at their PAR properties in Anna Maria in June 2010. Islander File Photo: lisa Neff Mike Coleman pitches in at the 2010 Easter celebration on Pine Avenue. Islander File Photo: lisa Neff Micheal Lloyd Coleman Micheal Lloyd Coleman, 74, of Anna Maria, died Aug.He14.was born July 5, 1948, in Traveler’s Rest, South Carolina, to Herman and Mary Coleman. His family moved to Pompano Beach, where he spent his formative years. He lived his adult life in and around San Francisco, Great Barrington, Massachusetts, and Anna Maria. Mr. Coleman joined the U.S. Air Force after high school before embarking on a long successful life as a far-sighted, innovative entrepreneur. He built multiple successful businesses that took him across industries and around the world. Notably, he was CEO of Poppo’s Taqueria for nine years and was managing partner of the ambitious Pine Avenue Restoration project. The project aimed to maintain the Anna Maria’s historic charm while revitalizing the local economy through responsible, reserved and sustainable development. This ethos attracted the attention of international organizations, inspired other community-minded investors and earned Pine Avenue the title of “Greenest little Main Street.” He cared deeply about community. In Great Barrington, he volunteered as a football coach. In Anna Maria, he was engaged in several projects to enrich the city, including the community center, the Center of Anna Maria Island. Mr. Coleman had a rich Christian faith, which was a part of his daily life to the end. He passed peacefully in the certain knowledge of Christ’s love and redemption.All are welcome to a celebration of life at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, at CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Memorial donations may be made to Doctors Without Borders at doctorswithoutborder.org.Mr.Coleman is survived by his wife of 41 years, that brought Mike’s vision to life make our community a better, richer place. Mike created a model for how a community could do environmentally responsible development that reflected the low-rise, high-character and heritage of the island he loved so much. Mike’s work included starting a popular family business on Pine Ave, Poppo’s Taqueria, named after his wife’s father. Mike made the island a better place. It was a privilege to be his partner and friend.
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Worship: Sundays, 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m. Ongoing: Second and fourth Thursdays, 11 a.m., Just Older Youth group programs with brown-bag lunch; Sundays, 8:30 a.m., adult Sunday school. St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Info: 941-778-4769, stbernardcc.com.
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Elaine Chase Jackson, 79, died Aug. 5 after years of fighting cancer. She was born in Rhode Island and raised in Jackson, New Hampshire. She was a 1965 graduate of the University of New Hampshire and briefly enjoyed being a hippie in San Francisco. She was a loyal employee of the Jack Frost Shop. At age 33, despite joking of forever being an old maid, she found her great love, Joe. They married in 1977. The moved to Anna Maria Island, where they bought a house on Key Royale Drive in 2001. She truly loved her AMI family of friends —neighbors and friends, those she met for beach walks and shared dinners and Sunday card games, book club and sailing club friends. She was thankful for friends during Joe’s illness and death in 2011. No service is planned. Mrs. Jackson is survived by Joe’s three children, their nine children and12 great-grandchildren. Jackson
Page 14 THE ISLANDER | islander.org Aug. 24, 2022 Gathering By lisa Neff Worship With Us At Our Church Sunday Ser vice 10:00 AM The Rev. Dr. Nor man Pritchard Men’s Bible Study: Monday @ 9:00 Women’s Bible Study: Wednesday @ 10:00 Visitors & Residents Welcome Watch Our 10: 00 AM Ser vice Live: www bit ly/cclbksermons or www christchurchof lbk org (follow YouTube link) ON AMI 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; Wednesdays, 6 p.m., supper; Wednesdays, Night Blast, 6:45 p.m.; Fridays, 10 a.m. women’s Bible meeting. 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. Ongoing: Wednesdays, 8 a.m., men’s meeting. Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive. Holmes Beach. Info: 941-778-1813, gloriadeilutheran.com. Worship: Sundays, 9:30 a.m. Ongoing: Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m., social gathering, private home. Harvey Memorial Community Church, 300 Church Ave., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-779-1912. Worship: Sundays, 9:15 a.m. Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414, roserchurch.com.
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Roser plans Golfing for God Roser Memorial Community Church is registering participants for its fall “Golfing for God” series. Golf outings will be at 2:45 p.m. Wednesdays, Sept. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 2, Nov. 9 and Dec. 7, at IMG Academy, 4350 El Conquistador Parkway, Bradenton, according to a notice on the church website. After the round on the links, there’s Bible study and supper at 5:45 p.m. at Bella Mia Pizza & Italian Restaurant, 5917 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. For more information, including costs, go online to roserchurch.com or call the church office at 941778-0414.
GoodDeeds Organizations: Please, send listings — assistance sought or offered — for GoodDeeds to calendar@islander.org. Please include a contact phone number to publish.
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• The Friends of the Island Library seeks storage space for donations to its annual book sale. Information: 941-7786341.
• Moonracer Animal Rescue seeks volunteers to offer foster and forever homes for rescued animals, as well as assist with technology. Information: 941-345-2441.
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Playing for charity Residents of Bay Palms and Key Royale turn out Aug. 5 for a Bay Palms Community Action Committee fundraiser in their Holmes Beach neighborhood. About 40 residents participated in a house-tohouse miniature golf tournament to raise $1,200 for the Wounded Warrior Project. The nonprofit helps veterans and active-duty service members. Another community event is planned in November. Islander Photo: Courtesy Jim Craig
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The Roser Food Bank seeks donations. Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, administers the pantry, supported by All Island Denominations. Information: 941-778-0414.
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• AID offers financial help to those who live on the island, attend church or school on the island and work on the island. Information: 941-725-2433.
The Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce, 5313 Gulf Drive N., Holmes Beach, seeks volunteers for its office and visitor information center. Volunteers typically work a four-hour, weekday shift. Information: becky@amichamber.org, 941-778-1541
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• The Roser Food Bank welcomes applicants who live and/or work on Anna Maria Island for food assistance, Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.
Sunrise on the bayside griffin Renzella of Wellesley, Massachusetts, tries his hand at fishing Aug. 1 from the waters of Tampa Bay on Anna Maria Island as the sun rises beyond the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Islander Photo: Samara Paice
Officials weigh in on concealed firearms for government workers
Tokajer said there has never been an incident where a Holmes Beach civilian employee needed a firearm for self-defense on the job.
“If this is a county employee and not a law enforce ment officer, are you going to ask them as they walk in, ‘Are you armed?’” Tokajer said. “Are they going to have a deputy or an armed security person in the office with them so they’re safe while they confront an employee that may be armed? Are they going to know which employees have a CCW and which ones don’t? There’s a lot of factors that go into it that I am not sure have been fully vetted.”
“I don’t know that it is going to be any different for my officers. We encounter people weekly, who are carrying firearms both legally and illegally. We take the appropriate action if it’s illegal and we use extra caution if it is someone who is legally carrying.”
“We’ve had it where code enforcement has had people that have been a little obstinate toward them, but that’s one radio call for us to go over there and stand by,” the chief said. Tokajer said the county might see problems in personnel matters, specifically when disciplining or terminating armed employees.
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Anna Maria No new reports due to technical issues for the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office. The MCSO polices Anna Maria. Bradenton Beach No new reports. The Bradenton Beach Police Department polices Bradenton Beach. Cortez No reports due to technical issues. Cortez is policed by the MCSO. Holmes Beach Aug. 11, 700 block of Manatee Avenue, speeding. An officer from the Holmes Beach Police Department clocked a motorist driving 72 mph in a 35-mph zone. PlEASE, SEE StREEtliFE, NExT PAgE
In Anna Maria Anna Maria Mayor Dan Murphy told The Islander in an Aug. 8 interview that he does not anticipate the potential county policy will impact Anna Maria’s oper ations.And, said Murphy, “We have no plans to do any thing like that one way or another.”
In Bradenton Beach Bradenton Beach Police Chief John Cosby said Aug. 4 that if a county employee is allowed by his or her employer to carry a concealed weapon, the city will not have an issue with the employee carrying on city Cosbyproperty.said if a county worker carried a concealed firearm without their employer’s per mission, the city would not act. The chief said it would be a matter of a citizen exercising their right under the state However,constitution.thecounty employee still would be bound by Statute 790.06 and not be able to enter any prohib ited Aslocations.forBradenton Beach employees, other than law enforcement personnel, they are not permitted to carry firearms at work.
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By Robert Anderson Islander Reporter Go ahead, make my workday. Manatee County commissioners voted 6-1 in July to develop a policy allowing county employees to carry concealed weapons at work. Commissioner Reggie Bellamy voted no. The vote followed a recommendation from County Commissioner James Satcher. “Gun-free zones should be called criminal empow erment zones,” Satcher said earlier this year. “They basically let the bad guys know exactly where to target.”The Islander reached out to Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach police chiefs, as well as Anna Maria Mayor Dan Murphy, for their views on the concealed firearm debate and how island cities might be affected by a county decision. In Holmes Beach “We already have our buildings marked as ‘No firearms allowed,’” Holmes Beach Police Chief Bill Tokajer said. “You can’t carry firearms into a police department. You can’t carry into a city or government meeting. I don’t see that being a problem for us.” HBPD and city hall occupy the same building and entering either with a concealed firearm would be a violation of state statute 790.06, Tokajer said. The law forbids carrying of a concealed weapon, even with a valid permit, in certain venues, including any meeting of a municipal ity. The chief noted that if a county employee wore a concealed weapon into a city building, even with a permit endorsed by the county, they would have to remove their weapon before they entered.
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The officer conducted a traffic stop, then issued a cita tion and court summons to the driver. Aug. 11, 300 block of 42nd Street, habitual traf fic offender. An officer located a vehicle pinged by the HBPD’s license plate recognition system and fol lowed it until it was parked. The officer spoke with the driver, who provided identification. Dispatch advised the officer the man was a habitual traffic violator and his license was indefinitely suspended. The officer arrested the man and transported him to the HBPD. Aug. 12, Walgreens, 3200 E. Bay Drive, petit theft. An officer responded to reports of shoplifting and found a man who matched the caller’s description. The officer spoke with the man, who was wearing new headphones but lacked a receipt. The officer contacted a manager, who wanted to press charges. The officer arrested the man and transported him to the Manatee County jail. The officer returned the merchandise to the store.Aug. 12, 3700 block of Gulf Drive, domestic dis turbance. An officer responded to reports of a domes tic disturbance involving a possibly intoxicated man trying to leave with a child. The officer found a man matching the caller’s description and detained him. The child’s mother arrived and said there had been no domestic violence. The man was released, but the offi
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Cosby said the county might face problems with liability if it moves forward with a policy change.
“I think one of the things that would stand out the most for me would be the liability,” said Cosby. “I don’t know how our insurance carrier would feel about that.”“I would say if the city wanted to do it, I would require a little more training. I would want to see them go through some shoot/don’t shoot training as well as de-escalation classes,” he added.
“We’re dealing with people with everyday issues,” Murphy said. “They are dealing more with strategic things. Ours are far more where the rubber meets the road. That’s how things happen and that’s how trends begin. It’s not with strategists.AnnaMaria civilian employees are not allowed to wear concealed weapons at work. The city is policed by the Manatee County Sher iff’s Office. Manatee County commissioners plan to vote on the matter in the next month.
Island watch In an emergency, call 911. To report information, call the MCSO Anna Maria substation, 941-708-8899; Bradenton Beach police, 941-778-6311; or Holmes Beach police, 941-7085804.
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WMFR district commissioners unanimously voted Aug. 16 to approve a first reading for a $13,621,463 budget for fiscal 2022-23, which begins Oct. 1. The proposed budget is a slight decrease from the $13,708,22 budget adopted for this year. Much of that difference is due to a projected decrease in reserves — from $5,485,935 in 2021-22 to $4,899,475 in 2022-23. The decrease can be attributed to the use of some reserves to pay off debt owed on Station 1, 407 67th St. W., Bradenton.Asaresult, debt service expenses — which cost the district $964,342.46 this year — are not included in the projected budget for 2022-23. The proposed budget also factors in a 4% increase in fire assessment rates, which leads to a projected $363,701 increase in tax revenue over this year.
cer had the man’s vehicle towed since it was illegally parked and unregistered. Aug. 13, 7500 block of Gulf Drive, 911 hang up. An officer responded to a disconnected 911 call and found a woman who identified as the caller. The woman told police the man she was with had taken her phone and refused to return it, so she called 911 using her watch. The man provided the missing phone to the officer, who returned it to the woman. The woman did not want to press charges and left with the man. Aug. 14, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Marchman Act. An officer responded to reports of a man harming himself. The officer found a man who said he was on methamphetamine and crack cocaine, as well as drunk on alcohol. The officer placed the man into protective custody under the Marchman Act and transported him to the HCA Florida Blake Hospital in Bradenton.Aug.15, 2900 block of Gulf Drive, THC possession. An officer located a vehicle pinged by the HBPD license plate recognition system and conducted a traffic stop. The officer spoke with the driver and smelled freshly burnt marijuana. The officer searched the vehicle and found tetrahydrocannabinol gummies in the female driver’s purse. The officer confiscated the gummies, arrested the driver and transported her to the Manatee County jail. A passenger removed the vehicle. HBPD polices Holmes Beach. Streetlife is based on incident reports and narratives from the BBPD, HBPD and MCSO.
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2022-23 budget passes 1st reading WMFR by the numbers… 2022-23 proposed budget Revenues: $8,752,238 Tax assessments: $8,244,921 Expenses: $8,721,988 Personnel expenses: $7,366,980 Reserve funds: $4,899,475 2021-22 adopted budget Revenues: $8,252,537 Tax assessments: $7,881,220 Expenses: $8,222,287 Personnel expenses: $6,727,135 Reserve funds: $5,485,935 Budget hearing dates: Final hearing: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13. — Ryan Paice
The new assessment rates were approved in July and will go into effect when the new fiscal year begins. There was no public comment. The WMFR board will meet next at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13, at the admin building, 701 63rd St. W., Bradenton.Directions to attend via Zoom can be found at wmfr.org.
The district’s current rates include a $203.35 residential base rate and a $0.1199 additional charge for every square foot more than 1,000, as well as a $505.38 commercial base rate with a $0.2188 additional charge per square foot more than 1,000. With the current rates, residential property owners pay $323.28 for a 2,000-square-foot home. Commercial property owners pay $943.08 for a 3,000-square-foot building. The district’s new rates include a $211.48 residential base rate and a $0.1247 additional charge for every square foot more than 1,000, and a $525.59 commercial base rate with a $0.2276 additional charge per square foot more than 1,000. Under the new rates, residential property owners will pay $336.18 for a 2,000-square-foot home. Commercial property owners will pay $980.79 for a 3,000-square-foot building.
WMFR Battalion Chief Chad Brunner, left, stands Aug. 16 with gabriel gonzalez and William Thomas, right, who were promoted from probationary staff to third-class firefighter/paramedics. Islander Photo: Courtesy Jay Johnson
By Ryan Paice Islander Reporter West Manatee Fire Rescue district’s 2022-23 budget is almost in the books.
Ooh baby baby Sea turtle nesting has slowed to Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch Monitoring volunteers are focused on excavating hatched nests while surveying Beachgoers frequently ask the volunteers what they are doing: Are you digging up a nest? Yes. Did the eggs hatch? Yes. Are you moving the eggs? No. Are turtles in there? Sometimes. A hatched nest is identified by an indentation in the sand, called a drop, created when together the hatchlings crawl out of the nest. The hatch is noted and three days later the volunteers dig in to count the eggs — hatched, unhatched, pips and live hatchlings. The numbers are sent to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, which uses the data to determine nesting density and trends.
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Sea turtles are protected by the U.S. Endangered Species Act of 1973 and Florida’s Marine Turtle Protection Act and these protections include the harassment and handling of sea turtles. Also, beachgoers should not handle hatchlings unless they are in harm’s way and AMITW volunteers cannot be reached to assist the turtles.
Filling holes, including those created by sand sculptures, is important. The hole hatchlings crawl from can be shoulder deep and the effort of getting out can deplete the hatchlings of energy. So falling into a human-made hole on the way to the Gulf of Mexico can be deadly.
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Tracking Esther Esther holding at 6th place The Tour de Turtles hard-shell category started Aug. 1 and can be followed at tourdeturtles.org. Esther, a loggerhead tagged and released June 20 on Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach, was in sixth place out of 12 turtles Aug. 18. Esther traveled 131 miles through Aug. 18 and was swimming toward Englewood. Tour de Turtles is an educational effort led by the Sea Turtle Conservancy. Established in 1959, the organization is dedicated to the research, education and protection of sea turtles around the world. They started Tour de Turtles in 2008. The Waterline Resort, Mainsail Vacation Rentals, both located on Marina Drive in Holmes Beach, and AMITW worked with the conservancy to make the tagging of Esther possible.Each turtle has a cause: Esther’s is light pollution. — Samara Paice
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AMITW volunteers Debbie and Bob Haynes excavate a loggerhead turtle nest Aug. 16 near the 2300 block of gulf Drive North in Bradenton Beach. Islander Photos: Samara Paice counted almost 20,000 hatched eggs.
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As of Aug. 20, AMITW had identified 527 nests and 490 false crawls and reported 313 hatched nests with 24,365 hatchlings to the sea.
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While that might seem like a significant number, research indicates only 20 of the hatchlings will make it to Oddsadulthood.arenot stacked in their favor, which is why AMITW stresses the importance of working together to protect the sea turtles. Nests hatch out daily — usually at night — and it is possible beachgoers might see hatchlings emerge or on theSo,sand.what should beachgoers do if they see hatchlings?Stand back. Be quiet. Don’t shine lights, including the light of a smartphone because sea turtles see lights and, disoriented, can head away from the water.
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Volunteers Debbie and Bob Haynes excavated four loggerhead nests Aug. 16. An excavation near Seventh Street South in Bradenton Beach yielded 59 hatched eggs and two unhatched eggs. Two nests excavated near the 2300 block of Gulf Drive North in Bradenton Beach contained 194 hatched eggs, 19 unhatched and one live loggerhead that was released by the volunteers on the sand to allow imprinting as it crawled to the Gulf. Imprinting is how female turtles return to the beach where they were born to lay eggs upon reaching adulthood — about 30 years later. The last excavation Aug. 16, near the 600 block of Sixth Street North in Bradenton Beach, yielded 78 hatched eggs and eight unhatched. Through mid-August, AMITW’s volunteers
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Some of the participants reported experiencing symptoms like those caused by neurotoxic shellfish poisoning — except they hadn’t eaten shellfish. These people tended to have a medical history of migraines or chronic fatigue syndrome.
• What dose levels of toxins can cause neurological symptoms?“There is still much to understand about this toxin and the levels of threat it poses to human brain health,” Mullan said in the news release.
The study also found an increase in sickness with an increase in the severity of a red tide bloom.
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The Roskamp Institute and the Gulf of Mexico Coastal Ocean Observing System conducted the research, recently published in Harmful Algae, a peer-reviewed journal. Their findings provide new evidence that red tide exposure can have neurological impacts and suggest some people are susceptible to airborne exposure from the harmful blooms.
“More than three-quarters of Floridians live along our coasts and more new residents are moving here every day,” Fiona Crawford, Roskamp Institute CEO, said in a news release. “Harmful algal blooms like Florida’s red tide are predicted to become more frequent and longer lasting as our climate undergoes changes and it is important to understand how our brains are impacted by red tides and what we can do to mitigate any risks they may pose.”
Karenia brevis blooms, which occur naturally, can be intense, persistent and deadly to marine life and harmful to humans, particularly in coastal communities along the Gulf of Mexico, where brevetoxins are released by K. brevis in seawater and carried inland with marine aerosol.
Another study is out to inform coastal residents that concentrations of K. brevis toxins are not OK — for marine life or human life.
A modeled forecast of respiratory irritation at beach locations Aug. 16 is based on field samples of Karenia brevis concentration, wind speed and direction. Blue is “very low.” Islander graphic: Courtesy gCOOS What is red tide? Red tides, harmful algal blooms, occur when microscopic algae multiply to higher-than-normal Oneconcentrations.ofthemost well-known species is Karenia brevis , found year-round at background concentrations of 1,000 cells per liter or less. K. brevis produces brevetoxins capable of killing fish, birds and other marine animals. Brevetoxins also can cause health problems in humans when wave action breaks open cells and the toxins become airborne. K. brevis blooms occur in the Gulf of Mexico almost every year, generally in late summer or earlyThefall.blooms are most common off the central and southwestern coasts of Florida between Clearwater and Sanibel Island.
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“We did not expect that people would report NSPsymptoms,” said Laila Abdullah is a researcher at the Roskamp Institute and the lead author of the paper. study … indicates that repeated airborne exposures in otherwise healthy people can also make them more sensitive to red tide.”
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• Why do people respond differently to airborne toxins? Some are not affected and some experience severe symptoms.
Prior research documented respiratory issues associated with red tide blooms have also established that eating shellfish contaminated with red tide toxins can produce neurotoxic shellfish poisoning in people, which causes nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, numbness and tingling, dizziness, headaches and a reversal of hot and cold sensations.
For the latest research, the scientists surveyed more than 250 people exposed to red tide toxins in the air in Sarasota, Lee, Charlotte, Collier and Manatee counties.TheIslander, over the past two years, published notices to help direct people to the researchers, publishing calls for study participants.
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Barbara Kirkpatrick, a senior adviser at GCOOS was one of the lead researchers on earlier red tide studies, including a 2007 paper that found people with chronic lung diseases were impacted by airborne red tide Thattoxins.research helped lead to GCOOS’ development of the Red Tide Respiratory Forecast — found at redtideforecast.com — to inform people which beaches could have red tide impacts on a specificAboutday. the latest findings, Kirkpatrick said they “indicate that there is much more for us to discover about how humans are impacted by red tide, and we’re hoping to continue building upon this work in future studies.”
The team of Gary Howcroft and Rod Bussey jumped out to an early lead and appeared to have things locked up, but Jerry Disbrow and Dom Livedoti had other ideas. The duo rallied to tie the score at 19-19 but Disbrow applied some pressure with two shoes that would be worth four points. Howcroft responded by throwing double ringers to give him and Bussey a 22-19 victory and the day’s bragging rights.
The back-to-school swoon continues for organized sports on AMI, which is the norm for August. And I’m thankful to report on horseshoes at Anna Maria City Hall and the golf rounds at the Key Royale Club in Holmes Beach. Two teams emerged from pool play and settled things in a playoff during Aug. 17 horseshoe action at the city hall pits.
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The Aug. 20 games were short and sweet as Bussey and Disbrow forged the lone 3-0 record in pool play and were the day’s outright champs. Play gets underway at 9 a.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays at the Anna Maria pits. Warmups begin at 8:45 a.m., followed by random team selection. There is no charge to play and everyone is welcome to take part in the games.
Tarpon fever Former islander Terry Brittell visited the Anna Maria City Pier Aug. 20 and documented a tarpon catch by Jaden Hughes, who works at the pier, and Sean Wirtemburg of Tampa. Brittell called The Islander and reported, “I’m here on the island. Two young men caught a 5-foot tarpon with a small rod. They fought if for about an hour and a half.” Hughes, right, shows off the prize catch prior to its release.
Meanwhile, it was a short week for golf at the Key Royale Club, where the men’s weekly modifiedgary Howcroft, left, and Rod Bussey hold the winner’s trophy Aug. 17 at the Anna Maria City
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Stableford system match Aug. 15 was rained out and the women didn’t play their Tuesday match for a third consecutiveMembersweek.combined on the course Aug. 18 for a par 43, Theshamble/scramble.teamofKenNagengast, Mike Pritchett and Bill Shuman combined on a 3-under-par 40 to earn a two-shot victory. The team of Diane Miller, Fred Miller and Mike Riddick were in second place at 1-under-par 42. At the Center of Anna Maria Island, registration is underway for adult and youth soccer leagues. The center also is looking for volunteer coaches and team Registrationsponsors.can be completed online or at the center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. To sign up to play or volunteer on the sidelines, contact Rusty Wood at programs@centerami.org. To sponsor a team, contact Chris Culhane at chris@centerami.org.Formoreinformation, call the center at 941-7781908. Pitching at city hall Palma Sola resident Bob Heiger tosses a horseshoe Aug. 17 at the Anna Maria City Hall pits, 10005 gulf Drive. Islander Photo: Ryan Paice
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ers and small hooks, with the addition of a split shot, complete the rig when targeting the educated snapper. These fish see all sorts of varieties of rigs day in and day out, so stealth can work in your favor. Along with the mangrove snapper, Malfese is seeing some catch-and-release snook and a few redfish on the hook. When targeting these fish, slightly heavier gear than traditional snapper gear may be required, as some of the snook and reds lurking under the pier can be large. Live shrimp as bait works to attract either species. Lastly, as the bite slows during the heat of the afternoon, Malfese says it doesn’t hurt to take a break for a cold beverage in the shade of the bar. Send high-resolution photos and fishing reports to fish@islander.org.
Cara Barnes, 14, visiting Anna Maria Island from Cambridge, England, shows off her Aug. 18 catch, a “very white” redfish hooked offshore using shiners for bait. The family also caught numerous snapper while fishing with guide, Capt. Warren girle.
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Capt. David White is working offshore in the Gulf when the summer thunderstorms hold back. In depths of around 150 feet, White is putting clients on limits of American red snapper. Live baits such as pinfish and frozen sardines work well to catch the large snappers.
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Red grouper rec harvest to close Aug. 30
Stasny Patience, tolerance from fishers can beat the heat, fill coolers
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is closing the recreational harvest of red grouper in state waters of the Gulf of Mexico, excluding waters of Monroe County. The harvest will close Aug. 30 and reopen Jan. 31, 2023.The closure is consistent with the closure in federal waters of the Gulf of Mexico by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Marine Fisheries Service, according to a news release from the FWC. The recreational red grouper fishery was closed in federal waters because landings information indicates that the 2022 recreational quota is projected to be met Aug. 29, the FWC stated. Red grouper is primarily a Florida fi shery and consistent open/closed seasons in state and federal waters off Florida is important to prevent overfishing and continue to improve stock abundance. For more on fishing regulations, visit myfwc. com.
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Capt. David White of Anna Maria Charters shows off a redfish he caught in Tampa Bay Aug. 19 on a pilchard, while taking part in data collection for a study by Bonefish & Tarpon Trust.
The game is to beat the heat. Fishing in August around Anna Maria Island requires patience and tolerance to be a winner. Fishing the inshore waters of Tampa Bay becomes challenging when water temperatures reach the mid- to upper- 80s, causing the bite to slow.Spotted seatrout are the most consistent bite and even they require some work to get on the hook. Fishing swift-moving tides early in the morning works best. The same scenario applies for the snook. Getting a good tide during the first couple of hours of daylight provides you with the best chances of a hook up. As the day progresses and the heat intensifi es, moving to deeper water in the bay will help you find a more consistent bite. Fishing reefs and wrecks is advantageous, as you may readily find mangrove snapper and Spanish mackerel. If you fancy bigger fish, you can target sharks along the Gulf beaches. The fish are plentiful and hungry. And they don’t seem to mind the warmer water, especially when a fresh-cut piece of Spanish mackerel is dangled in front of their nose. Moving offshore, snapper provide the most consistent action. American red, mangrove and yellowtail are the stars of the show. The American reds respond to live and frozen baits. As for the mangoes and yellowtails, small live shiners work best. While offshore, you may encounter red and gag grouper, as well as an occasional cobia. On my own Just Reel charters, I’m seeing clients earn every fish they catch. Fishing deeper grass flats is working for spotted seatrout and mangrove snapper and we’re also catching snapper around the inshore wrecks and reefs. Snook fishing is doable, although the bite diminishes after mid-morning. Lastly, fishing along the beach is giving thrills out-of-towners who are hooking up with blacktip sharks. Capt. Warren Girle is finding mangrove snapper while working the artificial reefs in the Gulf of Mexico. By chumming, Girle is getting the snapper to rise to the surface from the reef below by free-lining
In some instances, if the snapper are apprehensive to come to the surface, Girle is adding a split shot to the rig to get the bait a little deeper. On calm days, Girle is hooking into an occasional permit, using live crabs and shrimp as bait. Moving inshore to the flats, spotted seatrout are the main attraction for Girle’s anglers. Deep grass areas in Sarasota Bay hold the trout. Also in the mix are mangrove snapper.
In depths slightly shallower, around 100 feet, White is finding yellowtail snappers where hard bottom and ledges are present. Again, limits are being caught. Finally, while offshore, White’s anglers are hooking into an occasional cobia. Moving inshore, White is finding action around rock piles, wrecks and reefs in Tampa Bay, where mangrove snapper are being caught on live shiners. Along the Gulf beaches, White is finding catchand-release snook accommodating. Sight-casting to the fish is the preferred technique. Lastly, shark fi shing is a crowd-pleaser for the Anna Maria Charter customers. Jim Malfese at the Rod & Reel Pier says between untangling pelicans from fishing lines and making sure the pier is operating smoothly, he’s seeing quite a few fish caught. Mangrove snapper are the predominant bite for anglers using live shrimp as bait. Light lead-
Son of Lynn Horne, Anna Maria Oyster Bar managing partner and director of purchasing, Trey rejoined the five-restaurant company — recently rebranded as Oyster Rock Hospitality — in March as its implementation and project manager.
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The Joie Inn in Holmes Beach received national attention in early August. The four-room motel was featured on NBC’s “Today” show in a segment about its owners, Ashley and Dino Petrone. “It was really exciting,” Ashley Petrone said Aug. 17. “I thought they did a really great job in the way that they shared the island and our story.”Prior to converting the former Anna Maria Pirates Den into Joie Inn, a stylish vacation destination, the Petrones amassed hundreds of thousands of Instagram followers with photos and videos of their exploits renovating homes across the country, living in an RV for a year and raising their four school-aged children.
“We’re just really thankful for the island and how amazing everybody is here,” Ashley said. “We love all the small businesses here. We love supporting them and getting to know everybody, so we’re just grateful to beForhere.”more information, visit joieinn.com or follow Ashley on Instagram under her handle @arrowsandbow.To learn more about another Petrones’ business, the Fox Mercantile, an online paper goods, homeware and coffee store, visit thefoxmercantile.com.
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“We just really share openly and honestly,” Ashley said. “And I think people just enjoy seeing the design process and then the ups and downs of everything that we do.”The duo opened the inn in October 2021 and, by mid-November, the motel was booked through August.During the renovation process, Ashley strived to maintain the “integrity, charm and quaintness” of the inn while elevating the property through design techniques, including island colors and other elements she encountered while touring the area.
On Aug. 3, he was selected to attend the Manatee Chamber of Commerce 2022-23 Leadership Manatee class, a course that exposes future community leaders to the problems and opportunities facing the region.
“John, being the leader he is, he always wants to give his employees tools for success,” Trey said Aug. 17.
The 27-year-old former Hernando De Soto Historical Society marketing director said the course will do more than make him a better employee.
Pumping up A Wawa store/gas station is taking shape near the southeastern corner of the Manatee Avenue and 75th Street West intersection in Bradenton. Gas pumps recently were installed and the station’s parking lot appeared to be paved and landscaped Aug. 15.
In an Aug. 17 email to The Islander, Wawa public relations lead Alyson Mucha wrote the station is slated to open October-December this year. Publix to reign supreme Kroger? More like no-ger. On June 24, the supermarket chain sold a lot that formerly housed an Albertsons store near the intersection of Manatee Avenue and 75th Street West to Manatee Memorial Hospital for $4.3 million, eliminating the possibility of grocery store competition for the Publix store in the nearby Beachway Plaza. Kroger bought the vacant space adjacent to the MAXhealth office plaza, 7415 Manatee Ave. W., in late 2020 but plans to put a Lucky Market at the site failed.Manatee Memorial Hospital did not respond to The Islander’s email and phone inquiries about the Joie Inn owner Ashley Petrone carries her daughter, Foxi, 1, on her shoulders in June, outside her family-owned renovated, four-room motel in Holmes Beach. Islander Photo: Courtesy Dino Petrone
Trey will be following in the footsteps of his uncle, Oyster Rock Hospitality owner John Horne, and also managing partner Tim Bingham and general manager Greg Guevara, who took the course in years past.
“I do think it will make me a better asset, not just to Oysters Rock but to our community, because the oyster bar is so connected to the community,” Trey said. “We help out wherever we can.”
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Pearls of wisdom Trey Horne will be one of 45 people getting an indepth look at the inner workings of Manatee County this fall and winter.
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The Petrones also are dedicated to keeping the inn, 3501 Gulf Drive, “attainable,” Ashley said. “I’m really thankful that we can keep it at a price point that is making us money and profitable but not breaking the bank for people,” she said. The Petrones, now Anna Maria residents, found a permanent home on the island.
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County administrator Scott Hopes, in an Aug. 15 interview with The Islander, said the decision to take over the market stemmed from a beach tour he took in April with then-director of public safety Jacob Sauer and marine rescue Chief Joe Westerman. He said Saur and Westerman brought up issues related to the market, including problems for people crossing the trail to the beach and walkers, joggers and bicyclists on the trail.
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Chappie said the city was not involved with the market, which operated under a concession agreement until this Chappiemonth.said the city’s concern had been about safety and law enforcement under an interlocal agreement with the county for policing Coquina Beach.
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Chappie, in an Aug. 17 interview, said market visitors and vendors filled parking spaces — which were at a premium during the ongoing parking lot renovation project — leading beachgoers to complain to the Bradenton Beach Police Department.
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Hopes said the visit was in part spurred by concerns raised by Bradenton Beach Mayor John Chappie over parking at Coquina.
In July 2021, Publix purchased the property through an LLC for $2 million. Publix community relations manager Brian West did not respond to an Aug. 15 email inquiry from The Islander about the project by press time Aug. 22.
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By Robert Anderson Islander Reporter Manatee County is planning a trail fixup as it seeks to launch anew a vendor market at Coquina Beach. A former market — established along a multipurpose trail at the beach — was discontinued Aug. 1 after nine years and plans were announced for the market to operate under the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau beginning in November.
“The beach trail is scheduled to be renovated and repaired because of cracks and roots, and things like that, along with the parking construction,” Hopes said.He said the trail project would happen before the end of the year. Manatee County public information officer Bill Logan told The Islander via email Aug. 18, that the BACVB had thus far received more than 180 vendor inquiries. People trek the Manatee County multipurpose trail that runs through Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach. The county plans to improve the trail this year. Islander Photo: Robert Anderson
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“The county wants to make sure that the market isn’t a separate function but part of the beachgoing experience,” Hopes said.
Hopes, who said multiple issues factored into the county move, told The Islander changes for the market will occur in concert with improvements to the multipurpose trail.
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TWO FORMAl SITTINg chairs, burgundy and beige, excellent, $50 each, Cherry wood coffee table, $40. 540-903-5914.
g RIFFIN’S 941-962-2874.
ANNA MARIA gulF beachfront vacation rent als. One- two- and three-bedroom units, all beachfront. www.amiparadise.com. 941-778WANT3143.
ANN u A l RENTA l : 3BR/2BA, pool, canal with boat lift. Home on Key Royale. $8,500/ month. 941-713-1586.
TO RENT: One-car garage in west Sara sota-Bradenton area. 845-304-0911.
LAWN & GARDEN CONNIE’S l ANDSCAPIN g INC. Residential and commercial. Full-service lawn mainte nance, landscaping, cleanups, hauling and more! Insured. 941-778-5294.
FuRNISHED SHORT-TERM rental: 2BR/1BA, pool, 55-plus community. $1,250/month. Avail able October through Dec. 30. Real Estate Mart, 941-356-1456. FuRNISHED SHORT-TERM rental: 2BR/1BA, pool, 55-plus community. $1,250/month. Avail able October through Dec. 30. Real Estate Mart, 941-356-1456.
BARNES lAWN AND landscape llC. Design and installation, lawn and landscape services, tree trimming, mulch, rock and shell. 941-7051444. Jr98@barneslawnandlandscape.com.
ANgElO’S lAWN CARE: Mow, edge, string trimming, blow. Starting at $20/cut. licensed/ insured. 941-217-9000. HOME IMPROVEMENT VAN- g O PAINTIN g residential/commercial, interior/exterior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island references. Bill, 941-795-5100. www. vangopainting.net.TIlE-TIlE-TIlE.All variations of ceramic tile supplied and installed. Quality workmanship, prompt, reliable, many Island references. Call Neil, 941-726-3077.
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS Inc. Handyman, fine woodwork, countertops, cabinets and wood flooring. Insured and licensed. 941-722-8792. BlINDS, SHuTTERS, SHADES: Motorization. 30 years on AMI. Call Keith Barnett, Barnett Blinds, 941-730-0516. ISlAND HANDYMAN: I live here, work here, value your referral. Refinish, paint. Just ask. JayPros. licensed/insured. References. Call Jay,
Aug. 24, 2022 THE ISLANDER | islander.org Page 25 REAL ESTATE WINNIE MCHA l E, REA lTOR, 941-5046146. Rosebay International Realty Inc. You need an aggressive and experienced Real tor in today’s market! Selling island homes, Sarasota and Bradenton areas. Multi-milliondollar producer! “Selling Homes - Making Dreams Come True.” TIRED OF 800 numbers? local face-to-face real estate services at internet commission prices. Buy, sell, property management and rentals. Call us. Real Estate Mart, 941-356WATERFRONT1456. l OT FOR sale with boat lift in Bradenton. 10,000 sf. 917-860-1917. HOME IMPROVEMENT Continued HANDYMAN AND PAINTIN g . No job too small. Most jobs just right. Call Richard Kloss. 941-204-1162. HOllANDS PAINT, DRYWAll and handy man services: Interior/exterior paint, drywall repair, wall/ceiling textures, stucco repair, pressure washing. Over 25 years’ experi ence. All work guaranteed. References. licensed/insured. Call Dee, 256-337-5395. 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.
CAll HYDRO ClEAN. Full-service pressure washing, sealing. Pavers, travertine and natu ral stone. Window washing too, up to three stories. Call Jacob, 941-920-2094.
HO l MES BEACH 2BR/2BA newer duplex. Beautifully furnished with garage. $2,800/ month plus utilities. 941-778-2824.
CO ll INS l ANDSCAPE l I g HTIN g : Outdoor lighting, landscaping, irrigation services and maintenance. 941-279-9947. MJC24373@ SEARAYgmail.com.SPRINK l ER SERVICES. Repairs, additions, drip, sprinkler head/timer adjust ments. 941-920-0775.
SERVICES Continued BEACH SERVICE air conditioning, heat, refrig eration. Commercial and residential service, repair and/or replacement. Serving Manatee County and the Island since 1987. For depend able, honest and personalized service, call Bill Eller, 941-795-7411. CAC184228.
CLASSIFIED____________ RATES: Minimum $12 for up to 15 WORDS 16-30 words: $20. 31-45 words: $40. BOX ad: additional $4. (Phone number is a "word.") The deadline is NOON Monday ever y week for Wednesday’s paper. Run issue date(s) or TFN star t date: Amt. pd Date Ck. No � Cash � By _________ Credit card payment: � d � u No Name shown on card: card exp. date / House no or P.O. box no on cc bill ________________________Billing address zip code Your e-mail for renewal reminder : Web site: www.islander.org E-mail: classifieds@islander.org 315 58th St., Suite J Fax toll free: 1-866-362-9821 Holmes Beach FL 34217 Phone: 941-778-7978 CLASSIFIED AD ORDER Place classified ads online at islander.org AMI TA XI 941-447-8372 professional, metered, on-call, gps, cards accepted www.amitaxi.com • amitaxi4u@gmail.com holmes beach, bradenton beach, anna maria airports • shops • dining I S L A N D E R C L A S S I F I E D S 315 58TH ST. , HOLMES BEACH 941 778-7978 • WWW ISLANDER ORG Licensed and Insured Landscape Design Lawn StoneCleanupsCarePaths 315 58TH ST., HOLMES BEACH 941.778.7978 • WWW ISLANDER ORG TurnerRick Personal 941.504.2894Driver Place classified ads online islander.orgat
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Carol Bernard Island real estate transactions 104 Los Cedros Drive, Anna Maria, a 2,468 sq ft 4BR/3BA pool home on a 8,587 sq ft lot built in 1995 sold 7/29/2022 by Baja Casa LLC to McKennon Family Trust for $3,200,000, list price $3,495,000. 213 Elm Ave., Anna Maria, a 2,294 sq ft 4BR/4BA pool home on a 8,690 sq ft lot built in 2002 sold 7/14/2022 by Paga 06 LLC to Baker for $3,543,200, list price $3,895,000. 233 Willow Ave., Anna Maria, a 3,046 sq ft 4BR/4BA pool home on a 7,954 sq ft lot built in 2021 sold 7/15/2022 by Davis to Southern Island Girl LLC for $4,723,000, list price $4,743,000. 1801 Gulf Drive, #127, Bradenton Beach, a 1,080 sq ft 2BR/2BA Runaway Bay condo built in 1978 sold 8/1/2022 by Jones to AC/TC LLC for $625,000, list price1325$625,000.GulfDrive, #168, Bradenton Beach, a 1,120 sq ft 2BR/2BA Tortuga condo built in 2006 sold 7/21/2022 by Spiral Galaxy LLC to Turtle Prop Inv INC Mike Norman Realty
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A pelican that might be named Chubby Checker twists its neck Aug. 10 to pick at its feathers on while standing on the walkway of the Anna Maria City Pier. Islander Photo: Ryan Paice LLC for $725,000, list price $734,000 2519 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach a 3,088 sq ft building on a 5,149 sq ft lot built in 1948 sold 7/28/2022 by Terrazza Romana LLC to 2519 Gulf Drive LLC for $2,375,000, list price $2,375,000. 6300 Flotilla Drive, #70, Holmes Beach, a 1,023 sq ft 2BR/2BA Shell Point condo built in 1973 sold 7/8/2022 by Huntington to Serrano for $565,000, list price3301$595,000.GulfDrive #5, Holmes Beach, a 700 sq ft 2BR/1BA Sea Pirate condo built in 1969 sold 8/1/2022 by Anroch Enterprises to Slattery for $650,000, list price104$699,900.29thSt., #3, Holmes Beach, a 976 sq ft 2BR/2BA Gulf Path condo built in 1971 sold 7/22/2022 by Cook to Brown for $749,000, list price $799,900. 414 80th St., Holmes Beach, a 866 sq ft 2BR/2BA home on a 7,253 sq ft lot built in 1978 sold 7/20/2022 by Geissler TruSt. to Vanlieshout for $800,000, list price5300$850,000.GulfDrive #305, Holmes Beach, a 1,516 sq ft 3BR/2BA Martinique North condo built in 1971 sold 7/22/2022 by Simpson to Osborn for $1,199,000, list price306$1,199,000.66thSt.,Holmes Beach, a 1,502 sq ft 3BR/2BA home on a 8,076 sq ft lot built in 1962 sold 7/29/2022 by Marcheck to Livingood for $1,210,000, list price $1,200,000.31166th St., Holmes Beach, a 1,764 sq ft 3BR/3BA pool home on a 10,200 sq ft lot built in 1963 sold 7/22/2022 by Osborn to Calhoun for $1,510,000, list price3708$1,560,000.GulfDrive, #6, Holmes Beach, a 1,446 sq ft 3BR/2BA pool home on a 17,604 sq ft lot built in 1991 sold 7/29/2022 by 3708 Gulf Drive LLC to Brown for $1,800,000, list price $1,985,000. 8402 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, a 2,800 sq ft 4BR/5BA pool home on a 8,499 sq ft lot built in 2022 sold 7/1/2022 by Holmes Beach Developers LLC to Lowenberg Trust for $2,700,000, list price $2,800,000.619Key Royale Drive, Holmes Beach, a 2,080 sq ft 3BR/2BA pool home on a 15,219 sq ft lot built in 1964 sold 8/1/2022 by Elliot to Wilson AMI LLC for $2,995,000, list price $2,995,000. 103 Fifth St., Holmes Beach, a 2,718 sq ft 3BR/4BA home on a 26,572 sq ft lot built in 1975 sold 6/29/2022 by Gill Trust to Manatee Lookout LLC for $6,999,000, list price $6,999,000. Compiled by Island Real Estate staff. Island Real Estate sales professionals can be reached at 941-7786066, islandreal.com.
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Holmes Beach Median listing home price: $1.8 million, up 45.5% year-over-year.Mediansold home price: $1.2 million. Listings: 73 properties, $80,000-$28.5 million.
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Anna Maria Median listing home price: $3.4 million, trending up 55.1%Medianyear-over-year.soldhomeprice: $2.8 million. Listings: 51 properties, $1.5 million-$8.4 million. Bradenton Beach Median listing home price: $845,000, trending down 42.7% year-over-year. Median sold home price: $725,000. Listings: 39 properties, $299,900-$6.5 million.
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