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HOMETOWN HERO We pay tribute to Michael Camelo, Jr. Cape Coral Fire Department

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FEATURE

Lt. Dana Coston Cape Coral Police Dept

7 HOMETOWN HERO Michael Camelo, Jr.

15 WITTICISMS Logic is funny

9 HEALTH Reducing the Risk of Macular Degeneration

22 MONEY Planning tax payments to avoid penalties

8 CAPE COMEDY Funny Stuff

10 MOVIE REVIEW Only Lovers Left Alive

11 BEER Joe reviews Palm Bender @ Big Storm Brewery 12 LOCAL KNOWLEDGE 2018 Hurricane Season: KNOW YOUR ZONE 13 QUICK READS Tony gives you the quick story 14 WINE Hooray for Rose’ (Part 1)

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16 FEATURE Lt. Dana Coston 23 CAPE PETS Pearl

24 THE IMFORMED CITIZEN In the second of a series, State Representative Dane Eagle discusses the first five Constitutional Ammendments coming up in the next election 26 COMMUNITY IN ACTION Things around the Cape 31 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Things to do around town

From the Publishers August represents back to school month, the peak of hurricane season, and my Mother's birthday! It's hot, it's humid and it's hectic.

Here are just a few of the fun events coming up this month: On the 7th, the Southwest Florida Miltary Museum & Library will become home to a

permanent Purple Heart Wall. Unveiling ceremony will begin at 10:30, with lunch to

follow. Honor those who gave their lives for us, along with all those who served.

Also on the 7th is the Chamber's Candidate Hobnob at Gulf Coast Village. From 5:30 –

7:30, come out, meet the candidates running to represent your voice locally, in Florida

and nationally.

On the 29th, The Westin is hosting the 5th Annual Women's Leadership Conference

again this year. Meet some amazing women in our community. Hear from some of the

best and brightest ladies that will share their experiences and thoughts on empowering

women. Join us starting at 8 am.

On the 30th, join CapeStyle Magazine for our first Brews & Bites. This is a beer pairing

event, being held at Personal Touch Catering on Santa Barbara Blvd. Come out and visit

brewmasters from 3 different local breweries, enjoy samples from 6 different beers, and samples of food that pair well with those beers. The fun starts at 6 pm. Purchase tickets

on Eventbrite.com.

There are so many events happening around the Cape every weekend. Sometimes it's

hard to keep track of them. Check out our website and Facebook pages each Thursday for the 5 Things To Do This Weekend in Cape Coral. It's the best way to plan your

calendar and stay busy! We showcase some of the best free or low cost events happening in our community each week.

While we focus on the lifestyle here in Cape Coral, we also try to keep you informed of

what's going on in your city. Voting is a constitutional right that we enjoy. We will be

on 13 ammendments to the Florida Constitution. Do you understand what is on the ballot this year? Please educate yourself on the issues. To help, Cape Coral's own Florida

State Representative & Majority Whip Dane Eagle will be helping us understand exactly

what these amendments are and what they mean. Over the next few months, leading up to November 6th, follow along for a snapshot on the most important issues.

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Michael Camelo Jr. HOMETOWN HERO

Submitted by Andrea Schuck, CCFD Public Information Officer

Engineer/Driver Michael Camelo Jr. was born and raised in Cape Coral.

He essentially grew up in a Cape Coral firehouse with his father, Michael

Camelo, Sr., who retired in 2013 as a Cape Coral Fire Lieutenant after 36

years of service. After graduating from Mariner High School and

working for ~7 years as a manager at Publix, Camelo followed the call

of the fire service and began his career as a firefighter with the Cape Coral Fire Department on February 27, 2006.

On February 10, 2018 he was promoted to Fire Engineer/Driver. He was

also a Paramedic, a Hazardous Materials Technician, a Public Safety Boat Operator, a member of the Firefighter Survival and Rapid Intervention

Team, and served on the Honor guard. Camelo was committed to

continuing his education and ensuring he stayed apprised of advancements in the fire service. He received an A.S. in Fire Service from

Columbia Southern University in 2017 and held Fire Officer I, Fire Safety

Inspector I, Instructor I, and Live Fire Training Instructor I certifications.

Camelo’s enthusiasm for training had reaches far beyond the Cape Coral

Fire Department. He was a Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor, teaching countless citizens the lifesaving procedure of CPR. He was a beloved

instructor for the Cape Coral Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), training them in basic disaster response skills, specifically search and rescue and disaster medical operations.

In April, Camelo attended Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) International as a recipient of the Honeywell-DuPont 2018

Scholarship. FDIC International is the fire service’s premier source of

advanced training on firefighting tools, tactics and safety for first responders, and the Honeywell-DuPont Scholarship is a prestigious

honor. Scholarship recipients are nominated by their peers and awarded

by an independent panel; only 20 first responders throughout the

country were selected.

While these are all impressive accomplishments, Camelo was proudest of being a father to his two children, Anna and Michael Camelo, III.

On May 31 at 2:52pm, surrounded by his family and friends and with

members of the Cape Coral Fire Department standing vigil, Engineer Camelo succumbed to the effects of a brain aneurysm. His funeral was on June 7 with approximately 1000 people in attendance and over 30

apparatus from the five-county region joining in the procession.

“Engineer Camelo was beloved by his family, his fellow Brothers and

Since 2013, Camelo was an instructor at the Fort Myers Fire Academy.

The impact he had on the young recruits coming through the Academy

is immeasurable. He was one of the Academy’s best adjunct instructors.

He consistently maintained a positive attitude, was extremely motivated,

and was always willing to go the extra mile for the students.

Sisters, and the community,” said Fire Chief Ryan Lamb. “He was involved

in every facet of the organization and was fiercely dedicated to the fire

service. His loss will not only be felt by his family and the CCFD, but the entire Southwest Florida community.”

Michael Camelo, Jr. was the epitome of a Hometown Hero. Our

thoughts and prayers continue to be with his wife, his kids, his extended

family and friends throughout Southwest Florida and the firefighting

community.

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If Strike Isn't Settled Quickly, It May Last Awhile Ya' think?

Cold Wave Linked to Temperatures Who would have thought?

Enfield (London) Couple Slain; Police Suspect Homicide They may be on to something!

Red Tape Holds Up New Bridges You mean there's something stronger than duct tape?

Man Struck By Lightning: Faces Battery Charge He probably IS the battery charge!

New Study of Obesity Looks for Larger Test Group Weren't they fat enough?

Astronaut Takes Blame for Gas in Spacecraft That's what he gets for eating those beans!

Kids Make Nutritious Snacks Do they taste like chicken?

Local High School Dropouts Cut in Half Chainsaw Massacre all over again!

Hospitals are Sued by 7 Foot Doctors Boy, are they tall!

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HEALTH

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of severe, irreversible vision impairment in the United States. It affects the macula, the central part of the retina supplying central vision. There are two types of AMD: dry and wet. Dry AMD, also known as atrophic or non-exudative AMD, is the most common form, accounting for at least 80 percent of patients with AMD. It tends to progress slowly over many years to affect central vision. Despite the smaller population of patients with wet AMD, also known as neovascular or exudative AMD, this group accounts for 90 percent of severe vision loss from AMD.

those who took supplements with beta-carotene. This is important since beta-carotene can increase risk of lung cancer in smokers. Also, for a subgroup of participants with very low levels of antioxidants in their diet, adding these new antioxidants to the AREDS formulation helped lower their risk of advanced AMD and even decreased progression to cataract surgery. These findings allowed for the creation of an improved AREDS2 formulation.

The National Eye Institute sponsored a clinical trial called the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS), which evaluated the use of a high-dose combination of vitamin C, vitamin E, betacarotene and zinc for patients with varying degrees of macular degeneration. The study found that people at high risk of developing advanced stages of AMD lowered their risk by about 25 percent, recommending patients with intermediate AMD or advanced AMD in at least one eye take AREDS supplements with this formulation of antioxidants and zinc to decrease risk of vision loss from AMD.

vegetables and natural omega 3 fatty acids, wear sunglasses with 100 percent UV protection and exercise regularly. Those with intermediate or advanced AMD are recommended to take AREDS2 formula eye vitamins. Each eye should be checked daily with an amsler grid, a square box with vertical and horizontal lines surrounding a central point of fixation. Straight lines that become wavy may be a sign of wet AMD, and an eye doctor should be contacted immediately. Early intervention has revolutionized outcomes for patients with wet AMD by decreasing progression and sometimes even improving vision.

While genetic testing is available for genes associated with AMD, its routine use is not supported by the current literature and not recommended at this time.

Reducing the risk of age-related macular degeneration

Another study, the Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 (AREDS2), was created to evaluate whether adding different antioxidants (lutein and zeaxanthin) along with omega 3 fatty acids to the AREDS formulation could decrease the risk of developing advanced AMD. It also evaluated the effect of eliminating betacarotene and lowering the dose of zinc. The study showed no additional benefit in lowering the risk of advanced AMD by adding these new items to the original AREDS formulation.

However, participants who took AREDS supplements containing the newer antioxidants with no beta-carotene had a slight reduction in the risk of advanced AMD compared to

Those with AMD should schedule annual eye exams, avoid smoking or secondhand smoke, eat a diet rich in green, leafy

If you have concerns about your vision, it is important to speak to a doctor to discuss treatment options. Dr. E. Trevor Elmquist, Dr. Kate Wagner, Dr. Nina Burt, and Dr. Sarah Eccles-Brown of Elmquist Eye Group are available to answer your questions. With over 20 years of service to the Southwest Florida community, Elmquist Eye Group offers experienced doctors that are dedicated to patient care. Elmquist Eye Groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cape Coral office is located at 2336 Surfside Blvd., Suite 121, and additional offices are located in Fort Myers and at Shell Point. For more information, visit www.Elmquist.com, call 239-936-2020 or stop by an Optical Boutique location in Cape Coral or Fort Myers.

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MOVIE REVIEW

Only Lovers Left Alive

By Rachel Roth

Ranked 72 on the “BBC’s list of 100 Greatest Films since 2000” international critic poll, starring Tilda Swinton and Tom Hiddleston, I present Only Lovers Left Alive. A hypnotic piece of cinema written with the prose of poetry. Beautiful and elegant, a combination of Gothic darkness and century bound true love that crafts a work of art with one of the best modern soundtracks ever created thanks to minimalist composer Jozef van Wissem.

Released in late 2013, it slipped under the radar and continues to remain there, going unnoticed by thousands of movie watchers who have never heard of it. It received no major advertising and barely made its money back at the box office.

Its main fan base is film buffs, Jim Jarmusch fans and major Marvel Loki fans. For those who haven’t seen any of the Marvel films, Tom Hiddleston plays a fan favorite character named Loki in the MCU. As a diehard Loki fan, I promise Only Lovers Left Alive is a fantastic Loki fix between Marvel movies.

A modern twist on the typical vampire tale in which two vampires, married centuries ago, live in two different places in the world. They’ve lived so long that they don’t need to be in one another’s company. One in Tangier and one in Detroit, they communicate through phone calls and FaceTime until they achingly reunite with a most passionate non-sexual reunion, complete with forehead touching, sensual hand stroking and snuggling.

Adam and Eve are honestly the least vampire-y vampires.

Adam spends his time composing music and inventing, while Eve dances and reads the thousands of books she has stacked up against the walls. They’re old and they act it. They act the way vampires probably would if they weren’t fictional.

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Tom Hiddleston perfectly personifies a handsome, poetic, dark soul that romantics will swoon over ten minutes in. He's a melodramatic, suicidal vampire pondering the purpose of his life. Despite the incredible dreamlike music he composes, he cannot look past the darkness any longer.

Tilda Swinton, unique as always, captures the audience’s imagination as a true creature of the night. Through her graceful ethereal presence, dressed in all white, with white hair and pale chalk skin, she embodies a vampiress more Goddess like than Hiddleston’s ominous animal in black clothes, long black hair and deep stare. Watching Eve’s optimism clash with Adam’s pessimism is nothing short of delightful. You really feel as if these two have been together for thousands of years.

Without damsels in distress or onscreen violence, Only Lovers Left Alive sets itself apart from the vampire tales we’re used to, but director Jim Jarmusch does drawl themes from vampires’ original origins. Originally sad creatures forever cursed to never receive rest, vampires weren’t always sexed up, fun-loving night prowlers, and Jarmusch touches on this fact.

The late actor, Anton Yelchin, symbolizes innocent, ignorant humanity drawn in by the mysterious vampires. Though they have no bad intentions, it is his inability to resist their presence that becomes his downfall. Throughout the film's journey, we are brought into the loving marriage of Adam and Eve and their love for all things beautiful. But it is during the film’s end that Jarmusch chooses to remind us that no amount of music or love stories will change the fact that they are predators tormented by an unfortunate need to drink blood.

BEER

Palm Bender @ Big Storm Brewery Review

By Joseph Welsh, The Boston Beah (Beer) Guy

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This month we dive into the local flavors at Big Storm Brewery in Cape Coral.

Big Storm's best seller and year-round available beer is the Palm Bender, an IPA with ABV (Alcohol by Volume) of 7.3% described as a floral, citrus and uncompromising.

The appearance of Palm Bender is golden/brown and cloudy. The beer was a medium body and held its foamy head for a couple of minutes.

The mouthfeel is crisp and lightly carbonated. Each sip had a sweet bitter bite that become stronger and more apparent the more you enjoyed this refreshing beverage. The smell was mild, but a very pleasant citrusy, grapefruit aroma.

The Palm Bender punches your pallet with a very balanced hoppy and sweet taste. For an IPA, this beer is not as bitter and hoppy as one might expect for a micro-brewerieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s IPA. The taste was pleasant, and the beer goes down smooth, leaving a robust flavor resonating in your mouth long after you have finished your sip, encouraging you to continue sipping this strangely unique IPA.

Overall a very pleasant local brew with a slow tasteful buildup on your pallet. The flavor rests in your mouth and every sip seems to be better than the last, with the final sip urging you to order another round.

In summary, if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for a balanced IPA with an extra kick (ABV on the higher end), Palm Bender is a solid choice. Per my taste buds, I rate this beer at 3.65 out of 5 (73% out of 100%).

There are 3 Big Storm Locations throughout Florida: Big Storm Cape Coral, Big Storm Pasco in Odessa, and Big Storm Pinellas in Clearwater.

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LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

2018 Hurricane Season: KNOW YOUR ZONE! Submitted by Thomas Evans, Emergency Management Coordinator, City of Cape Coral The impact of Hurricane Irma last September was a reminder of how powerful Mother Nature can be. Hurricane Irma was the first hurricane to directly impact the State of Florida since 2005.

The 2018 Hurricane Season officially began on June 1st and ends November 30th. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forecasts 10-16 named storms this year, with 1-4 of those classified as major hurricanes.

With the peak of hurricane season being August – September, we ask that you take the time NOW to prepare your home and family for another long season.

Evacuation

One of the leading topics discussed in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma was the impact of evacuating. Between the crowded freeways, Sold Out signs on gas pumps and busy shelters, it seemed everyone had to face one struggle or another leaving their residences. In a phased manner, the city evacuates residents by zone from official predictions of storm surge and wind. This mean that the Emergency Management Office may call for evacuating before the storm or its effects may be felt.

This allows citizens to evacuate and travel more safely.

If your Zone is not under an evacuation order, and if you feel safe in your home, then what you would do is shelter in place and have an emergency kit available with enough supplies for your family for 72 hours. If you must evacuate, please have an idea of where you are going (shelter, hotel, friends house,) how you will get there and what supplies you will need for you family for the next 72 hours.

Sheltering

If you and your family need to evacuate and you decide to go to a shelter, please be prepared. A shelter is a place of safety during the storm. If you go to a shelter, make sure to bring your emergency kit. The amount of supplies needed should support you and your family for 72 hours. The emergency kit may contain prescription medication, important personal property information, personal identification cards, kid friendly games (non-battery), clean clothes, bedding, cash, food and water.

Know your Zone

Here in Cape Coral, the thing to remember is “we hide from wind and run from water!” Contrary to what you may believe, a hurricane’s wind speeds are not the biggest threat to your life. The bigger danger is storm surge and flooding.

The City of Cape Coral is divided into three evacuation zones (A, B, and C.) These zones are based off flood maps that have been prepared for the City. Knowing what zone you are in will determine if you need to evacuate. Please visit the Lee County Emergency Management website (www.LeeEOC.com) to discover in what zone you live.

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If you have a pet, make sure you visit www.LeeEOC.com to review pet friendly shelter information. Pet friendly shelters would expect that you bring all necessary supplies to feed and care for your pet for at least 72 hours.

Government officials are committed to working with citizens in order to prepare for and respond to all emergencies (including tropical storms and hurricanes). We hope that the above information will assist you to be better prepared for this hurricane season. If you would like a copy of the Lee County All-Hazards Guide or to learn more about how to be better prepared, please contact the Cape Coral Emergency Operations Center at (239) 573-3022.

QUICK READS

By Tony Henkels

THIS NARROW SPACE - Alisha Waldman. An American Jew who got his MD in Education, worked in the US for several years, then went to work in Israel. He worked there treating Jews, Arabs & Palestinians. He got additional training in palliative care in the US & went back to work in Israel. He served in the military there & was in the reserve army. ♥♥♥♥ **** FALSE REPORT - A TRUE STORY OF RAPE IN AMERICA - T. Christian Miller & Ken Armstrong. The story of a serial rapist. ♥♥♥♥ Mostly about the one rape where the victim was convicted of lying.****

CAPITAL GAINES - Chip Gaines. Memoir of his business adventures with a little about his personal life. Their 1st business was & is Magnolia Market, followed by Magnolia homes & Magnolia realty. Their TV show was HGTV's Fixer Upper. ♥♥♥ ***

GOD, FAITH, AND REASON - Michael Savage. Author is a far right radio talk show host, but this book has almost NO politics.

All about religions and very well written. ♥♥♥♥ ****

JIMMY BUFFET (A good life all the way) - Ryan White. A must read for Buffet fans with a LOT of details about his career and life. For non-Buffet fans, it is a one star read. ♥♥♥ ***

UNBELIEVABLE - Kathy Tur. MSNBC reporter writes about covering Donald Trump during the presidential race. Her liberal bias comes across over & over and her "attitude" about men pops up, too. It still is a pretty good read.♥♥♥♥ ****

THE GIRL WHO ESCAPED ISIS - Farida Khalaf/Andrea C. Hoffmann. Farida was captured by ISIS in a small Kurd village.

Harrowing story of treatment by ISIS – beatings & being “sold” to ISIS men, and then her escape. ♥♥♥♥ ****

RUTHLESS - Ron Miscavige/Dan Koon. Author’s father is the head of the Scientology organization. This is a damning book about that religion and his son. Makes for a good read of the unbelievable stuff that goes on in Scientology.♥♥♥♥ ****

ROGUE SPOOKS - Dick Morris/Elieen McGann. How the Intelligence agencies (FBI & CIA) tried to damage President Trump through false info leaked to the press & the cooperation by the press. Author was chief political advisor for President Clinton for 20 years. Co-author is his wife.♥♥♥ ***

UNSTOPPABLE (MY LIFE SO FAR) - Serena Williams. Author was/is one of the best women tennis players in the world. She moved from Russia to the U.S. when she was 6 years old to develop her skills. Good story, tennis buffs will love this one.♥♥ **

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With the summer heat upon us and the “Rosé All Day” promotion in full force, it seems fitting to discuss a very common yet misunderstood category of wines. Clearly, rosé suffers from nothing more than an erroneous negative reputation because when speaking to folks in the wine industry, there is only praise and appreciation for the class. However, the regrettable era of White Zin lingers, clouding the casual wine drinker’s opinion of the entire group of wines to this day.

Sommeliers around the country lull themselves to sleep at night repeating the refrains: No, rosés are not made from pink grapes; no, rosés are not red and white wines mixed together; no, rosés are not all sweet; no, rosés are not considered entry level wines for the uninitiated. Henceforth, it is helpful to note what exactly rosés are and to debunk these misnomers one by one.

Simply put, rosés are pink-hued wines made from red grapes. Rosés differ from red wines because, during the production process, the extracted grape juice is in contact with the red grape skins for only a short amount of time. This limits the rosé wine’s ability to acquire the vibrant red color of their red wine brethren whose juice is in contact with the red grape skins for an extended period of time.

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Even casual rosé drinkers are likely to note the variety of shades in which the wine presents itself. From pale baby pink through burnt sunset orange to cherry soda red, the tints are determined by the amount of time the juice spends in contact with the grape skins, the grape variety that comprises the wine and the winemaker’s preferences.

In all wines, including rosés, the winemaker determines the sweetness of the wine by stopping fermentation when the wine has reached the desired level of residual sugar. During the process of fermentation, yeast continually consumes sugar and produces alcohol until the sugar is completely depleted or until the winemaker halts the process to leave some amount of sugar to balance the resulting wine. This means that rosés, like all other wines, come in versions ranging from very sweet to very dry. If a rosé is sweet, it can be called blush.

It is helpful to remember, though, that blush is not a synonym for rosé because even though all blushes are rosés, not all rosés are blushes.

Check back with us in September’s issue of Cape Style Magazine for the second half of this article where we will delve into the numerous processes used to make rosé wines. Until then, please remember to say Hooray for Rosé!

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The Changing Face of the Cape Coral Police Department FEATURE

By David Christopher Photos by TS Gallant Photography

The face of the Cape Coral Police Department for the past seven years, Lieutenant Dana Coston, Public Affairs Officer, recently announced he is taking on a new role, starting up the Community Services Bureau. This new branch of the department will, among other things, coordinate the activities of the Community Outreach Program, Police Volunteer Unit, and the School Resource Officer program.

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“I have been transitioning out of my former role and, at the same time,

Desiring a better quality of life for his growing family, as well as a

Public Affairs in very capable hands. For the second time in my career,

meeting with (then) Chief Arnold Gibbs, Coston was convinced he had

that will build our brand new Community Services Bureau (CSB).”

“We had family here, I liked the area, and most of all I admired and

assisting Master Sergeant Allan Kolak as he transitions into his new

role in Public Affairs. Today, that transition is complete, and I leave

I get to do something very few get to do and create something new

from the ground up. I am fortunate to be part of the leadership team Looking back, Coston originally had other plans for his life. He

attended college at Emory University in Atlanta, majoring in Political

Science and History, with eyes toward law school. He changed his

focus, however, after experiencing the enforcement side of the law through ride-alongs with friends who were members of the police

force. Risking disappointing his parents, Coston, wanting to do more

for his community, joined the Fulton County Police Department.

During his three years there, the height of the crack cocaine epidemic, he worked in the high crime Atlanta metropolitan area, learning much

from his work with the Georgia community.

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shorter commute (less than the two hours it took at the time) he

looked to Cape Coral for its potential. After a ride-along and a found his new home.

respected the way that Chief Gibbs supported his people.”

Coston moved his family here, serving as a patrol officer for two years

before being offered a position as a School Resource Officer (SRO) at

Caloosa Middle School.

“There was a vision to change what the SRO was, from a safe, end-

of-career position, to one which involved young, energetic officers,

who would be more interactive with the kids. This new role would involve both forming positive relationships with the students, while

also allowing the officer to gather intelligence on juvenile and gangrelated crime within the community,” Coston explained.

Coston became the agencyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gang specialist, and his work in locating

Coston now intends to bring his experience to the Community Services

a sought-after candidate for a Joint Terrorism Task Force with the FBI.

the Citizens Police Academy, Do the Right Thing Program, and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shop

and documenting gang members and associates got him noticed. This led to Coston being selected as a detective. His expertise made Coston

During his three years attached to the FBI, Coston worked on domestic and international terrorism cases with ties here to southwest Florida, and achieved what very few task-force officers ever achieve: he became an

adjunct instructor for the FBI Academy, teaching agents how to recruit confidential human sources.

Returning to Cape Coral, Coston again returned to the streets as Patrol

Sergeant. It was during a conversation with (then) Chief Jay Murphy that

Costonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s career took a turn. At the time, Murphy was seeking to modernize the department after years of recession-era budget cuts. He

asked Costonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opinion on how he thought that could be best accomplished; an updated website, as well as a social media presence on sites such as Facebook and Twitter, were among Costonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s suggestions.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a time where the media portrayed a less than positive view of

the department, and we needed to tell stories from the Police

Department's point of view. A person representing the Department needed to be in front of the camera. We needed to post videos showing

the things our officers did well, in addition to mistakes that were made, for the public to see,â&#x20AC;? Coston recalled.

A few days later, he got a call from the Chief that he and another officer, (then) Lieutenant Tony Sizemore,

would be the members of the newly created Public

Affairs Office. This office that didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t exist yet, but would be â&#x20AC;&#x153;extra duties and responsibilitiesâ&#x20AC;? as they took on roles in the Professional Standards Bureau.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The job has changed quite a bit since then,â&#x20AC;? Coston

explained, recalling his promotion seven years ago.

Bureau, efficiently keeping up with the growing demands of the

community. His new job will include overseeing existing programs like With a Cop.â&#x20AC;?

â&#x20AC;&#x153;It will be our job to keep up with new technology and innovation. While we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to be beta-testers for new advances, we do want to keep

up with the times - the latest trends, newest technology, etc. For example, agency-wide we plan to expand the use of body cameras, drones, and social media.â&#x20AC;?

Due to recent events, the program most visible will be Cape Coralâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reentry to the School Resource Officer Program.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;After Stoneman Douglas, the state mandated that police officers be in

all schools. Chief Newlan stepped up, insisting that Cape officers be in

all Lee County District schools located within the city to balance the

schoolsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; needs with department wants. CCPD used to have a presence in all schools in Cape Coral before the recession forced the City, and thus the Department, to reduce our budget.â&#x20AC;?

Coston plans to use this program to rebuild relations with Lee County

Schools, as well as the students of Cape Coral, engaging them with what

they know and understand.

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room, a small hand-held camera to video interviews, and an old laptop, brought from home, to create and

update social media pages for the department.â&#x20AC;?

This new department went against all conventional

wisdom of the time, bringing more transparency to

department activities. Though many were against the use of Social Media, Coston used the relatively new

medium to his advantage, posting department

briefings online at the same time they were given to

the press. Since that time, the program, and

department, have become a model for others within the nation.

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“School Resource Officers have such a

unique opportunity to close a gap that

exists in our community, the department, and in our kids’ lives in three key ways.

First, through mentorship, our officers will

be able to connect with and provide

guidance to kids, helping them make

positive decisions, build character, and

grow into responsible young adults. Some

of these kids don’t have that.”

“Second, through education, SROs can

provide valuable lessons to kids about

safety, and the law, so that they can

understand the consequences of unsafe

or even criminal behavior.”

“Finally, through law enforcement, our

officers will keep our kids safe by enforcing

the law in and around our school

campuses. Through this program, we can

augment the efficiency of the CCPD, enhancing

services

provided,

while

building strong connections with the

youth in our community.”

Leaving the Public Affairs Office in the

capable hands of Master Sergeant Allan

Kolak, Coston is looking forward to the challenges of his new role, continuing to

serve his community in a different

capacity, while bringing the same energy

and enthusiasm to his new position. If his

past record is any indication, building the Community Services Bureau will be

another shining success on Coston’s resume.

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Planning Tax Payments to Avoid Penalties Properly structuring tax payments requires careful planning, especially in light of tax reform Submitted by Rebecca Ross Withholding and Estimated Tax Payments

Individuals who are working are required to have income taxes with-

held directly from their salary. Taxpayers who have little to no in-

come other than their salary usually find their withholding is more

than enough to cover their targeted tax payment, and they often

end up with a refund when they complete their tax return. The exception to that might be those with larger bonuses, stock option income, etc., where a flat percentage is withheld that may be less than the actual tax rate applied to that income.

Those who have income that is not required to be withheld on –

such as investment income, business income or retirement distributions – may find they need to make additional tax payments

throughout the year. These payments are calculated by the taxpayer and delivered to the IRS along with a payment voucher, Form 1040-

ES. These estimated payments are due on the quarterly deadlines, and late payments of those may result in a penalty being assessed until the payment is received by the IRS.

Taxpayers who find they missed a payment deadline should not wait

until the next payment due date to catch up. The underpayment

penalty is calculated on a daily basis, so the sooner the payment is made, the sooner the penalty stops.

For taxpayers whose only income is from a business or investments,

where withholding is not typically available, estimated payments are

likely the only option for paying their taxes. Taxpayers who have a

combination of income that is withheld on and other income not

subject to withholding, or retirees whose income consists of pension

payments and IRA withdrawals, can typically choose how to cover the tax liability on that other income. As usual, there are pros and

cons to each approach:

• By paying the tax on that additional income via estimated pay-

ments, the taxpayer can keep control of the income for a longer pe-

riod of time. They might earn the income in the beginning of the

year, but only make the estimated payments on each quarterly due

date. However, this requires the taxpayer to be aware of the deadlines and be sure to send their payments on time. It also means they

must be careful to set aside some of their income periodically to

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• Depending on the amount of non-salary income, a taxpayer could

simply increase the withholding on their salary to cover the tax cost

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months before the estimated payment would be due.

Planning Around An Unexpected Increase In Income

For taxpayers whose income comes almost exclusively from wages

that are subject to withholding, their withholding is usually more

than enough to cover 90% of that year’s taxes. But what happens

when that taxpayer experiences an unusual increase in their income,

perhaps by realizing a large capital gain from an investment? In that

case, the taxpayer can often wait to pay the tax on that income until the April 15 due date for their tax return.

Special Consideration For 2018

The tax reform act passed in late 2017 (the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act) in-

cluded many significant changes that take effect in 2018 and will

impact all taxpayers. Taxpayers will want to take these changes into

account when planning their 2018 tax payments. Some of the more impactful changes included in this tax reform are:

• New limitations on many of the deductions taxpayers have claimed in the past.

• A new exclusion for income received from a pass-through business.

• Significant changes that will limit the impact of the Alternative Minimum Tax.

• Lower tax rates applied to virtually all levels of income.

• Changes affecting families, including the repeal of the personal exemption along with the expansion of the existing child credits.

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PEARL In September 2015, I was included in a raid of a puppy mill.

We rescued 47 dogs that day.

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Her friend, Ruby the Pomeranian, made her feel safe. Pearl watched as I gently held and petted Ruby, and eventually Pearl let me do the same with her. It wasn't until after about a month that she first played, like a real puppy.

It was that moment, you could see it in her eyes, that she exhaled a sigh of relief for the first time.

Now, she's a total spitfire! She runs around and plays with the other dogs, barking and rolling around. She loves to be held and follows me everywhere. She loves belly rubs and loves to just be wherever I am.

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By Dane Eagle, Florida House of Representatives, District 77 and Majority Whip

In last month’s issue we discussed the magnitude of the upcoming elections, not necessarily because of the offices on

the ballot but because of the issues on the ballot. On No-

Amendment 3 would give Florida voters the exclusive right to

decide whether to authorize casino gambling through addi-

tional Constitutional Amendments. This would take the deci-

vember 6th, you will see thirteen proposed Constitutional

sion of gaming expansions away from the Governor and

This month we will discuss the first five proposed Constitu-

Amendment 4 would automatically restore the voting rights

Amendments, as well as local referendums.

tional Amendments. Amendments 1, 2, and 5 were placed on

Legislature and give it to the voters.

of Floridians with felony convictions after they complete all

your ballot through a supermajority vote of the Florida Legis-

terms of their sentence. The restoration of rights process is

tions and Supreme Court approval.

Florida Cabinet.

lature. Amendments 3 and 4 were put on the ballot through

the citizens’ initiative process of obtaining 766,200 voter peti-

currently conducted on a case-by-case basis through the Ex-

ecutive Clemency Board, which consists of the Governor and

If passed, Amendment 1 will increase the homestead exemp-

The Governor and Florida Legislature have cut your taxes by

top of the existing exemption of $50,000. The result will be

can also be undone through a simple majority vote. This is

tion by exempting the assessed valuation of homestead

property by an additional $25,000 for most Florida voters, on

lower property taxes for homeowners.

Fortunately in Florida, we also have a 3% cap on the annual increases in assessed value of homestead property to help

homeowners save on their taxes. However, there was no cap

on non-homestead properties in Florida until 2008, when the voters placed a 10% cap on their annual increases. This cap

will sunset at the end of 2018 unless voters approve Amendment 2, which will make the 10% cap permanent.

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well over $10 billion in the last eight years. This was done

through a simple majority vote of the legislature; however, it why we placed Amendment 5 on your ballot, which would

prohibit the legislature from raising any state taxes or fees unless through a two-thirds supermajority vote.

I hope you have found this information helpful. I encourage

you to do additional research on all thirteen proposed Constitutional Amendments on your November ballot. Next

month we’ll be discussing Amendments 6-9.

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nning!

e Coral woman

For many years, 92-year-old Frances Keogh has wanted to take a ride on

the back of a motorcycle. Thanks to a

special surprise coordinated by her

Tre Boston Football Camp

close friends, Frances can finally check

this experience off her bucket list.

Friends and family recently gathered

at Gulf Coast Village to present Frances with her long-awaited motorcycle ride.

Frances’ bucket list ride was made possible by close friends, Sheila

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ast, Dr. Michael Dreikorn, for his help

to make it happen. Upon hearing of

their plans, Michael readily agreed to

take Frances out on his Indian motorcycle.

“This is something I’ve been wanting

to do for years, and years, and years,

and I’ve never had the opportunity,” Frances said after her ride. “This is just

wonderful. It’s a great day.”

Originally from Piedmont, North Car-

olina, Frances moved to Southwest

Florida in 1995. She is a poet, author

and political enthusiast. She has been

a resident of Gulf Coast Village for nearly a year. “She is just an inspiration

at 92 years old to be as energetic and so positive,” Joyce said.

Among many other achievements, Frances was nominated “Woman of

the Year” by the American Business Women’s Association in 1974, received

both the “Golden Poet Award” and “Silver Poet Award” by World of Poetry

in 1985 and 1986 for her book God’s

Spotlight, and recently was awarded

the “Women of Distinction Lifetime of

Leadership Award” by the Republican

Women of Cape Coral Federated.

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FREE Movie & Concessions at Cape Vineyard Church, 923 SE 47th Terr in South Cape * Peter Rabbit * Invite your family and friends! Everybody from the community is invited! FREE Movie, FREE Hot Dogs, FREE Popcorn, FREE Candy, FREE Drinks & FREE Prizes! Food is served at 6:30pm, Showtime is 7:00pm

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PURPLE HEART WALL UNVEILING CEREMONY

The SWFL Military Museum & Library is proud to be the recipient of and permanent home for an amazing Purple Heart Wall. This was created and donated by the Florida Chapter of the Military Order of the Purple Heart. This event will unveil that display, as well as, serve as a ceremony to present the Purple Heart to the family of a WWII hero that died in combat. Join us on Purple Heart Day, in our Purple Heart City to honor these heroes. Unveiling ceremony starts at 10:30, stay for lunch after the ceremony.

Museum is located at 4820 Leonard Street, in South Cape.

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2018 CANDIDATES HOBNOB

Get To Know Your County, State and Federal Candidates! FREE Event - Open To The Public, presented by the Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral!

Straw Poll and Voter Registration Conducted by the Lee County Supervisor of Elections Office. Held at Gulf Coast Village, 1333 Santa Barbara Blvd, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm.

Don't miss this bacon-themed trolley event that's become a staple in Cape Coral's Entertainment District! You'll take the trolleys around South Cape, stopping at various locations to enjoy bacon-themed and bacon-inspired drink and appetizer samples.

This limited event always sells out, so be sure to get your tickets early. They are currently available on Eventbrite and at select participating locations.

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CAPESTYLE NETWORKING

Join us for an evening of networking with local business owners throughout the area. We have added a 2nd networking event each month. Come out and enjoy appetizers and fun at Big Blue Brewing, 4721 SE 10th PL in South Cape, each month on the 2nd Monday from 5:30 – 8 pm.

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FREE MOVIE & CONCESSIONS!

FREE Movie & Concessions at Cape Vineyard Church, 923 SE 47th Terr in South Cape * Black Panther * Invite your family and friends! Everybody from the community is invited! FREE Movie, FREE Hot Dogs, FREE Popcorn, FREE Candy, FREE Drinks & FREE Prizes! Food is served at 6:30pm, Showtime is 7:00pm

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JUST FOR FUN DOG SHOW

In celebration of "the dog days of August," our popular Just For Fun Dog Show returns to Rotary Park!

Round up your dogs and join in the fun or just come to interact with petfriendly vendors and watch this pawsome, entertaining event! Dogs can be registered in advance or starting at 9:30 a.m. the day of the show, with class judging to begin at 10:00 a.m.

The entry fee is $6 per class, $20 for 4 categories or $25 for unlimited categories. All dogs who are registered in at least one category will automatically be entered for free in the last two categories - Best in Show & People's Choice.

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CAPESTYLE NETWORKING

Join us for an evening of networking with local business owners throughout the area.

Fathoms closes on Mondays over the summer, so we moved networking to the 4th Thursday of the month through September. Enjoy appetizers and the best view in all of Cape Coral at Fathoms Restaurant & Bar in Cape Harbour, 5785 Cape Harbour Drive, from 5:30 – 8 pm.

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WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE 2018

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